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There are 6 different ways to create a website Web site creation, Web site polluters. You plan to launch a new website and don't want to use a Web builder application for setting up and maintaining it? Looking for something more professionally for your company? Whatever your reason for not using a website building software, the following page provides some options and fixes for creating a website without using a third-party HTML editors browsing experience and when a DIY Site builder might be the best use.
Web site builders work with a Web site editor that is accessible through a Web browsing application. A lot of reviewers like the more traditionally way to create web sites, which is by making HTML pages on a desktops computer and then using FTP to upload them. You do not need a Website builder tool in this case, and you can continue to incorporate programs and apps into your website that are available through your Web Hosts controlling panels or cPanel.
Both of these web design techniques have their pros and cons, i. e. website backup, web hostability, easy handling, professionality, flexibility, as well as optimisation and other problems with web design. The majority of professionals do not use Website Builders because in the end it actually does take longer to set up a website.
In most cases, web publishers and web publishers choose to process their website image data and pictures on a computer screen and FTP them (sometimes called web publishing). Compare Website Builders to downloaded template. To use a professionally designed website, similar to how large companies use, standalone website submissions as zipped downloaded websites are the best option and are the kind of website Allwebco provides.
All our sites are suitable for development, i.e. they are full HTML sites with integrated functions and a number of preformatted web pages. Web template is used by our web site creators and development teams around the globe to create customized customer Web sites. They are ad-free zipped executables that contain all the sources and executables used in the building.
After downloading, the user edits the HTML pages and pictures on their computer's harddisk with any HTML, text editor, text editor or other simple program and publishes them or uploads the file to their web host using FTP technology (many free HTML and FTP programs are available). These types of website allow more versatility and controllability than conventional website builders provide, especially if you are performing a full featured website building program or are scheduling a large website building venture.
In case you don't like our template (we've had one or two cases like this), another way is to use the ready-made template contained in an HTML suite of tools. Add-ons such as CoffeeCup and Dreamweaver contain ready-made web sites that you can use as a base for your work. The advantage of using the Web template contained in a single Web application is that the Web pages are specially designed for working with the Webmaster.
A drawback is that the supplied artwork is usually quite nasty and contains some very simple archive photos and clips-type. Sophisticated HTML editors work similar to a Web builder, except that the editors are located on your computer's harddisk and not as an online browsing surface.
Being a very much loved way to create web sites, Wordpress, is not a web site Builder. Instead, Wordpress is a CMS (Content Mangement System). That makes it a kind of hybrids between a builders and the use of HTML in terms of processing (the editors work through a web browser). Rather, the edit surface works more like HTML and you will be able to create plug-ins for interacting and dynamically interacting web page items using simple click and drag-and-drop.
It takes some learning of the user surface, even if you are building a small or basic website. People who use Worldpress are very devoted to the software (often termed a community), suggesting that it is a high-performance website application. Due to the controls this application offers, using Worpress through a SiteBuilder allows you to build a more professionally designed website and this application is used by many people.
When you are a more adventure minded site manager, you can rebuild your web pages from the ground up. Web pages are just text that you can manipulate with the Notepad and TextEdit applications that come with your computer on Windows and Mac, respectively. Hundreds of HTML websites with copy and past HTML examples and web page creation Tutorials.
There is a qualified web site builder and a web site builder who will use the amount of experience needed to design the web site more effectively. You can spend more of your valuable attention on enhancing other facets of your organization. In order to conserve your valuable web design experience when you hire a customized web design tool, you should include an overview of your website in a piece of Microsoft Word applicationware.
Find out about some of your competitors' websites' suggestions on how your website should work. Designers and templates: When you find a ready-made website artwork that you like, you can let the web designers use it as a point of departure for your web projects and significantly reduce your web site creation and uptime.
Due to the restrictions of proprietary site builders programs if you are considering a large site or are considering expanding over the years, then the above mentioned choices are a better one. Now if you have a large company or a very succesful company, you should not use Website Builders. Little sites, five to six pages (restaurants, businesses).
Little short-term web pages (single home sales, bridal web site). Start-ups, when you try the web for the first and foremost. It doesn't matter to be trapped in a host organization (builders created pages are not portable). The use of builders programs is a fast and simple way to set up a small website and is not advised if you want a professionally looking and working website.
It sounds like a simple answer, but remember that you still have to get the copy and paste functionality, and perform the manual search and retrieval (SEO). The other little-known fact is that a web browsing surface is slow to work with. As your website grows, it becomes more difficult to use the Builders user experience.
Learn how to edit and update a large website: Using a Website Builder application, you need to navigate to each webpage, download the page, make your changes, and then view a thumbnail. This may not seem so, but web browser loading at a relatively low speed in comparison to how quickly a disk opens a file.
You can open your page folders with a web temlate and move the pages to your favorite editors and browsers using simple copy and paste. The seconds you click back and forth to various edit features and wait for pages to be loaded add up. The use of a Website builder application is enticing, all TV commercials refer to *simple*, but in fact if you want a professionally looking website, it will require work whether you are using a proprietory Website builder, a down-loaded HTML style sheet, Wordpress or a webmaster.
When you are looking for a professionally designed, complete site with extensive features for managing your site's content and the possibility to incorporate any kind of website app, the best way is to use downloaded template. While web builder are very common, building the precise website look and feel you want for your company can be a more complicated and unwieldy task than instead learn about HTML and css code and how genuine web sites work.
Builder are really an abbreviation for building a website. Are you using private site builder? One thing many people don't know the first is that the early set-up is just the beginning. Whilst web builder may seem to have a swifter early build, over a longer timeframe, the more professionally fetched and then upgraded website types are much swifter, allowing better search engine optimization and more scrutiny, keeping consistent backup, giving you better visibility into the website layout and allowing you to see all the data used on your website at a single sight.
Because of these considerations, most professionals will not use Site Builders for their customer Web pages. A further aspect that is not often taken into account is that Web pages that have been built with Web Building are not really konfigurable. In addition, SiteBuilders are vulnerable to the creation of very inflatable codes that load slower, are less user-friendly, and can damage your site's lists of SEOs.
Memos are inserted directly into the HTML to show new editors what the page's custom coding is. True professionals sites are complex, so we try to make our work as simple and friendly as possible. Final costs of the Builder: Businesses that provide Site Building usually have either a free or very low priced promotion to involve you.
Downloads are a one-time charge and are available from $20 to $135. Throughout all the review I've been reading (and you can pick your own page), website builder have four major drawbacks: too many hid and upgrading charges, hard for advanced users, bugs and badly supported content. None of these disadvantages exist on downloaded sites of llwebco and we provide the best level of technical assistance in the world.
One of the web building choices at the top of this page should make your site an important choice from a portable point of view. When you choose to choose one of the Web builder programs, make sure you ask for questions in advance, whether it' mobility or other, before you make up your mind. | 2019-04-21T07:11:36 | http://www.blogdesignsbydani.com/topic/web-building-programs |
The last of the eighteenth century was an important period for Russia and Poland, not only politically, but in letters and art. It marked the birth of statesmen, patriots, poets and writers. It was into a Poland of great names and greater activities that Adam Mickiewicz was born in 1798, as son of an impoverished family of the old nobility. Three years before, the third and last partition of his native land had taken place, and the signed documents had been hastened to Petersburg to make more triumphant the birthday of the Great Catherine.
Just a few years before this (1792), Kosciusko had courageously led his forty-five thousand valiant Poles in their brave defiance of an overwhelming number of Cossacks and Russians. History had recorded the bloody Turkish wars, the Pugatshev rebellion, the uprising of the Zaporogian Cossacks and the Polish confederations. And with the nineteenth century came the Napoleonic wars with the dramatic entry of Napoleon into Russia, and a new and different mental life began to dawn over Europe.
Mickiewicz was born in Novogrodek in Lithuania. This was the birthplace of Count Henry Rzewuski, who wrote the delightful memories of the Polish eighteenth century, under the title of "The Memories of Pan Severin Soplica," and who declared he considered it an honor to be born a "schlazig" (noble) of Lithuania, and of Novogrodek. He went to a government school in Minsk, and later attended the University of Vilna, which city in his day was a place of Jesuit faith, gloomy convents and echoing bells. All about him epoch-making events for Slav lands were taking place. It was a resounding, inspired age for his race, and he grew up to take a fitting place in that age and to be called "the immortal hero of Polish poetry." Poland just then was the battle-ground not only for the armies of Europe, but for the diplomats. It was a place for statesmen to win their spurs. If accredited to Petersburg or Warsaw, and successful, they were believed to be equal to any diplomatic emergency. Eloquence, inspiration, and patriotic fervor must have cradled his childhood.
At the time of the birth of Mickiewicz, Russia was bringing to a close a prodigious period of development in almost every field of human activity. It was really the birth-throe of a nation that was to move powerfully, and to dominate—partially—the new age. And the splendid and never again to be equalled pageant of the life of Catherine the Great, with its wild dreams of world dominance and of the glorious revival of perished Greece, had just been unrolled for the amazement of Europe. What dramatic and enchanting memories the names of her followers call up: the Orlows, Potemkin, Panin, Poniatowski, Bestushew-Rjumin, Princess Daschkov, Razumowski.
In France, too, the same preceding period had been brilliant. It had been the France of Voltaire, the Encyclopedists, and a most resplendent and luxurious monarch. England had known her greatest orators and prime ministers. It had been the Prussia of Frederick the Great; the Dresden of August the Strong; the Austria of Joseph the Second.
A little later—during Mickiewicz's own youth—Goethe was at the height of his power and the intellectual dictator of Europe. Under his direction and encouragement the treasures of oriental literature were being translated and made known to the West. This is merely a hasty glimpse of the "mise-en-scene" that preceded the debut in life of the most renowned of Polish poets. The old traditions of absolute and God-created monarchs and princely times were coming to an end, and that democratic modern world, where everything was to change, was close at hand, just over the crest, indeed, of this new century into which Fate was ushering him. He was to see the last of blind power and royal prerogative, and the first dawn of a modern spirit which in time would sweep away forever, the old. It was an uncertain, difficult transition period, without standards and without measurements.
As we take a fleeting, bird's-eye view of the stirring times in which his days were spent, his travels, his army life, his periods of professorship, we can not help but wonder at the amount of writing Mickiewicz did. And his life was not a long one; it did not reach to sixty years. But during the working years allotted him, before a mystical melancholy—which was threatening to degenerate into madness—had impaired his faculties, his mind was unusually brilliant, creative and marvelously disciplined. It obeyed at will. At one time he was professor of Latin in Lausanne; at another time he held the chair of Slavic languages in Paris. He taught Polish and Latin in Kovno. He traveled extensively in Italy in the interest of the Polish revolution. His mind was many-sided and capable of various activities. He devoted considerable time to advanced mathematics and philosophy. He made scientific investigations in Vilna under Lalewel. At one time and another he lived in various large cities of Europe. In Germany he met and became friendly with Goethe. In Switzerland he met Krasinski. In 1833 he married Celina Szymanovska. Her mother was the famous Slav beauty and musician who had so delighted Goethe in her youth.
Among writers of Russia and Poland whose life period somewhat coincided with that of Mickiewicz's are: Korzenowski (born in 1797), the novelist (a brother of Adam Mickiewicz was fellow-teacher with Korzenowski at Charkov); Danilewski (1829), likewise a novelist—it was he who translated The Crimean Sonnets into Russian; Malzweski, Polish patriot and poet, whose "Maria"—perhaps the most popular poetic story in Poland—appeared at almost the same time as The Crimean Sonnets; Zaleski (1802), Slowacki (1809), Krasinski (1812), the three greatest poets of Poland excepting only Mickiewicz himself, the Polish critic, Brodzinski.
In Russia, the golden age of literature almost covered the same period as Mickiewicz's own life—Puschkin, Lermontov, Schukowski, Gogol, to mention only some of the most important names.
In the eighteen-thirties we find Mickiewicz in Paris, which happened to be filled just then with a crowd of brilliant Slavic exiles. Here he became the friend of Chopin, and one of Chopin's most talented pupils—a young Polish girl—made the first translation of the Sonnets into French. It was a wonderful and brilliant Paris which Mickiewicz entered. This was the time when the city was first called "the stepmother of Genius." Heine was here in exile, and Börne. It knew the personal fascination and the denunciative writings of Ferdinand la Salle. It was the day, too, of Eugene Sue, Berlioz, George Sand, de Musset, Dumas, Gautier, the Goncourt Brothers, Gavarni, Sainte Beuve, Liszt, Felix Mendelssohn, Ary Scheffer, Delacroiz, Horace Vernet—to mention only a few great names at random. Julius Slowacki, Count Krasinski and Adam Mickiewicz were all here editing their poetry in the midst of this brilliant life in the inspiring city by the Seine. This period in Paris signs perhaps the high-water mark of the creative genius of Mickiewicz. He had already written the Ballads and Romances, the third part of Dziady, Pan Tadeuz.
The Crimean Sequence belongs to the period of Mickiewicz's youth, the Vilna period. He joined a society at this time which was looked upon with disfavor by the Government. At length, because of his continued participation in it, he was exiled to southern Russia. On that trip, while he was going toward Odessa, he began the Crimean Sonnets. Their success was quick and astonishing. They were translated into every language of Europe. Although the form is the traditional and classic sonnet form, he makes use of it in a slightly different manner, not altogether as an exposition of the sentiments of the soul, and the convictions and emotions of the mind, but as an instrument with which to sketch what he saw upon this eventful journey. He used the sonnet form at that period just as Verhaeren used it in "Les Flamandes," to show us Flanders, and as Albert Samain in "Le Chariot d'Or," to picture the gardens of Versailles. This is worthy of note. And this we must remember was before 1826. In the poetical works of Mickiewicz there was always traceable an inclination to break tradition and to search for new and untried possibilities.
On this exile in Russia he learned to know Puschkin, then a young man like himself. Puschkin has written a verse letter to him which we transcribe in free prose. "He lived among us for a while—a people strange to him. And yet his mind cherished no hatred and no longing for revenge. Generous, kind of heart, noble-minded, he joined our evening circles, and we loved him. We exchanged our dreams, our plans—our poems. God gave him genius and inspiration. He stood always on the heights and looked down on life. We talked of history and of nations. He declared a time would come when races would forget all evil things—like war, rebellion—and dwell together peaceably in one great family. We listened to him eagerly for he had the gift of speech. After a while he went away and we gave our blessing to him. Then we learned our guest—spurred on by his revengeful race—had become our enemy. To please that bitter race of his he filled his songs with hatred. Of our beloved friend there came to us only revenge and angry thoughts. God grant that peace may come again to his embittered heart!"
Puschkin himself wrote eloquently of these same Crimean scenes that Mickiewicz shows us. He, too, was inspired by the old capital city of the Tartar rulers. We recall his "Fountain of Baktschi Serai." And he, too, brings before our eyes again that gigantic mountain world of southern Russia in "The Prisoner of the Caucasus."
The fame of The Crimean Sonnets was so great that Mickiewicz was offered a government position which attached him to the person of the powerful Prince Galitzin, in Moscow. It was in Rome, and singularly enough it was when he wrote the "Ode to Youth" that he began to devote himself to mystical studies which had such an injurious effect upon his mind. For some time after he had lost his fluent power as a poet, he retained his conversational gifts which were remarkable and brought him almost as much fame as his poetry. His life ended in a period as dramatic as that in which it began. He entered the Turkish wars in 1855 and died in Stamboul in that same year. It is somewhat peculiar and at the same time no little to his credit that he should have chosen the sonnet as the instrument of his quick sketching of Crimea on the trip of exile, because the sonnet has never been a frequently chosen means of expression of the Slav races, despite the numerous sonnets written later by Vrchlicky, Preseren and others. The sonnet has belonged more to the Latin races, and to the English race. The Crimean Sonnets, however, rank among the famous sequences.
↑ The full title of the book is: Memories of Pan Severin Soplica, Cupbearer of Parnau, by Count Henry Rzewuski.
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LONDON – US President Trump is scheduled to visit Britain on February 26 and 27, according to prime minister Theresa May’s diary, The Times reports.
“The trip has been in the diary for at least 10 days, according to those familiar with the plans,” the paper said.
The visit is certain to attract protesters, angry about the president’s retweeting of the far-right hate group Britain First.
The Times qualified its report by saying the visit was “pencilled in.” May had previously said no date was set. | 2019-04-20T10:22:14 | https://www.businessinsider.com.au/president-trump-scheduled-to-visit-britain-in-february-2017-12 |
Going into another flu season, a new study reports that hospitalizing children for influenza may cost up to three or four times the previously accepted estimates. Pediatric researchers from The Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia say their finding strengthens the economic justification for broadly vaccinating children against flu.
We found the cost of influenza-related hospitalizations in children was about $13,000 eachcompared to most prior studies that estimated the cost at three to four thousand dollars, said study leader Ron Keren, MD, MPH, a pediatrician at The Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia. This suggests that annual influenza vaccinations for children, especially for those with certain high-risk conditions, may be more cost-effective than previously thought.
The study appears in the November issue of Pediatrics.
The researchers analyzed billing data for 727 patients up to age 21 who were admitted to Childrens Hospital with laboratory-confirmed influenza over four consecutive flu seasons, from 2000 to 2004. The study team statistically adjusted the direct medical costs to account for geographic variations in those costs.
We found a broad range of hospital costs in the study, from approximately $7,000 each for patients treated only on the ward, to nearly $40,000 each for children cared for in the intensive care unit, said Keren. Children with low-risk conditions had hospital costs averaging $9,000 each, compared to those with high-risk conditions, whose costs averaged $15,000 each.
The study team used risk categories defined by the American Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), which has designated medically vulnerable patients who should receive influenza vaccinations. For instance, high-risk conditions include children with heart disease, chronic lung disease, asthma, and disorders of hemoglobin such as sickle-cell disease.
Even in the group with the lowest hospital costs, low-risk patients hospitalized exclusively on the ward, costs were higher than previously estimated. For patients in that group, the hospital costs were $6,000 per patient, double the figure reported in prior studies. We conclude that most previous studies systematically underestimated true costs of influenza by including children with diseases attributed to influenza, such as pneumonia and bronchitis, which probably incur lower costs than actual influenza cases, said Keren. In contrast, we included only patients who had influenza confirmed by laboratory testing.
The highest-cost patients in the study were 18-to-21-year-olds and those who had particular high-risk chronic conditions such as cardiac, metabolic, and neurological and neuromuscular diseases. A 2005 study by Kerens group identified children with neurological and neuromuscular diseases as being at particularly high risk of respiratory failure caused by influenza. That research reinforced last years decision by the ACIP to add neurological and neuromuscular diseases to the list of chronic conditions that warrant annual flu vaccination.
The current study further buttresses the ACIPs public health recommendations for general pediatric flu immunization. During the period we studied, the ACIP recommended that all children aged 6 months to two years receive an influenza vaccine, said Keren. Since that time, the ACIP has extended the recommended age from age 2 to age 5. Our findings support the ACIPs recommendations by strengthening the economic case for vaccinating children against influenza. This economic case is even more compelling for children with high-risk conditions.
Kerens co-authors were Theoklis E. Zaoutis, MD, MSCE, Stephanie Saddlemire, MSPH, Xian Qun Luan, MS, and Susan E. Coffin, MD, MPH, all from The Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia. | 2019-04-23T18:48:29 | https://www.infectioncontroltoday.com/vaccines-vaccination/hospital-costs-children-flu-may-be-higher-thought |
Use our handy alert tool to avoid getting stuck in construction traffic. When you sign up for Road Construction Alerts through the City of Allen, you'll be notified of road closures or other significant traffic delays. Simply type in your email address and check the box for "Road Construction Alerts." Once you confirm your subscription through a test email, you're ready to hit the road!
Also, if you commute to work - either heading south or north - you can also check regional traffic advisories provided by NTTA and TXDOT. | 2019-04-20T10:59:18 | https://www.cityofallen.org/AlertCenter.aspx?AID=34 |
For more than 25 years, RAWLE & HENDERSON’s Architects & Engineers Practice Group has successfully defended architects, engineers and other design professionals throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. The Architects & Engineers group represents client interests in all aspects of architectural and engineering malpractice defense, including litigation involving contract, tort, and breach of warranty issues.
In addition to defending claims in state and federal courts as well as alternative dispute forums, the Architects & Engineers Practice Group protects clients’ interests by frequent reporting on risk management and contract issues, including indemnity clauses and limitation of liability, to reduce the exposure on future claims. Based on their dedication and success in these areas, design professionals and their insurers across the region have come to rely on the Architects & Engineers attorneys’ reputation for excellence in defense.
The Architects & Engineers Practice Group has also been involved in the loss prevention programs of its clients which assign matters to counsel to represent their interests pre-suit when initially notified of a potential claim. The Architects & Engineers attorneys have an excellent success rate in resolving these matters without the need for the expense and delay of litigation. | 2019-04-21T00:59:39 | http://www.rawle.com/practice-areas/architects-engineers/ |
This HERSHEY’S KISSES Bundt Cake is an extremely moist cake loaded with HERSHEY’S KISSES Chocolates inside. It is finished off with a thick cream cheese frosting which compliments the flavor perfectly!
I am so excited to be working with The Hershey Company again.
The HERSHEY’S Brand has always been a part of my life, particularly HERSHEY’S KISSES Chocolates. My grandma always had them sitting in a bowl on her entryway table and I remember sneaking way more than my fair share starting at an early age. Chocolate has always been my go-to treat and the silkiness of HERSHEY’S KISSES Chocolates milk chocolate really hits the spot!
My kids are no different! They LOVE chocolate and I often discover that they have found my hidden stash somewhere :) My daughter is a girl after my own heart and requested we make a chocolate cake for her birthday last month.
She loves to help me bake and couldn’t wait to get in the kitchen with me to make her this beautiful cake! The ingredient list is super simple and uses ingredients you probably have in your pantry already.
Baking is huge passion of mine and any opportunity I am able to bake with my kids is a cherished time in my life. Seeing my children’s face light up when they create something in the kitchen is priceless.
We had this cake for her birthday party with our family and she was ecstatic to get to eat it!
This cake is so moist and packed with chocolate in every bite.
The Cream Cheese Frosting on top really takes this cake over the top and is the perfect finishing touch and the HERSHEY’S KISSES Chocolates really add a nice hidden bite of extra chocolate in little pockets throughout the cake.
In a large mixing bowl, combine cake mix, pudding mix, sugar, sour cream, eggs, oil, water and vanilla and mix for three minutes.
Grease and flour bundt pan and pour batter evenly inside.
Place 14 HERSHEY’S KISSES Chocolates in a circle evenly over the top of batter and bake at 350 degrees F for 40-45 minutes, until done and when cake springs back to the touch.
Let sit in the pan for 3 minutes before turning it out. Cool on a wire cooling rack.
Combine all ingredients for frosting and beat until smooth and creamy.
Spoon frosting into a piping bag and pipe frosting over the top of cooled cake.
Arrange the unwrapped HERSHEY’S KISSES Chocolates onto each piped strip of frosting.
The cake looks amazing and I love the cakebox mix shortcut.
Question, what do you mean to wrap the cake in plastic? As in saran wrap?
I have always wrapped my cakes (even plain old cake mix cakes and from scratch wedding cakes) tight in plastic wrap immediately after removing from the oven. People always compliment on how moist my cakes are...and never believe me when I tell them to just wrap it up! It's TOTALLY the best secret!
BTW...thanks for this wonderful recipe! I will be making this for Thanksgiving this year!
Can I use a vanilla buttercream frosting with this?
This cake was beyond amazing!! First, super easy to make. Even piping the cream cheese frosting was no big deal. Outside of the ease, which is a bonus, it was better than bakery quality. So moist and delicious. The entire family loved it. My husband said I outdid myself. Seriously, thanks to this cake, I am a dessert hero!! Thanks for sharing this fabulous cake recipe. It went to quick for me to grab a pic and tag it, but there will definitely be a next time for this cake. A million thank yous!!
This looks AMAZING! Can't wait to try it out. I have one question what size tip and brand did you use for your icing?
This cake is so moist and yummy! The cream cheese frosting is just perfect. Love it! Now I am going to try these as cupcakes!
I made this cake recently and it ways really good!
I'm not sure I understand, do I push the kiss down in the cake or just let it sit on top and it melts down into the cake?
I am making this now for my daughter's 3rd birthday! One question, I noticed your recipe for cream cheese frosting does not require any butter. Does the cake need to be refrigerated?
Made this for thanksgiving and the WHOLE family loved it!
Made this cake today for Thanksgiving. It was amazing. I made homemade mocha buttercream frosting instead. Cannot believe how moist it was. Will definitely make again.
I believe its just a standard bunt pan, I believe 12 cups.
I made the cake, followed all directions and the kisses came out of the cake. They didn't melt all the way. What did I do wrong? P.S. I am not a baker. Lo!
It came out remarkable! Maybe not as pretty but it's the taste that counted to my crew!
What size cake mix. They change sizes every week it seems.
Made this to take to a friends cottage this weekend. Forgot to take pics, but it was awesome. I was surprised at how far down the Hershey's Kisses fell into the batter. And your tip of wrapping it in plastic wrap really works.
did you wrap it in the pan or after it came out of the pan????
Hey, TY. I did find you answer in you instructions above. So I wrapped it after it cooled last night and I am frosting ti now for tomorrow. I will let you know how it goes, which I'm sure will be a success! TY again!
Margie PS thanks for the quick response!!!
This cake was so easy to make and it was moist and delicious.....such a beautiful presentation!! I love it!!
What size cakemix? 15.25 ounce is the largest I can find.
I am making this for a b-day celebration at my office. Still don't understand what you mean by wrapping the cake-while it's cooling in the pan or right after you take it out and for how long do you leave it wrapped???
I'm from Australia, what can I use instead of Hershey's chocolate which is not available here. | 2019-04-22T08:29:52 | https://www.chef-in-training.com/hersheys-kisses-bundt-cake/ |
Between John Wayne movies and television series like The Virginian and Bonanza, Hollywood has romanticized and institutionalized cattle drives. But no one ever talks about hog drives. Is there any such thing?
Have you ever asked yourself how would a farmer get a ‘crop’ of hogs to market on the Plateau before he had a truck? Would you imagine he would load them up on a horse-drawn wagon? I saw that in a tv-western episode once where a cattleman bought a prize bull and moved him home in a monstrous enclosed wagon and team of sizable horses. It didn’t seem plausible to me, but neither did it seem difficult to drive or even lead a single bull. However, I never gave much thought to moving hogs until someone mentioned the hog drives that used to come up the mountain into Monterey to meet the train.
If you’ve read Replacing Ann, you will remember that Bill Lewis was well respected for his skill in raising hogs and in his early life he worked as an overseer on big hog farms down near Livingston. Well, here’s a confession – many of my fictional characters are inspired by legends of real people from the region. And, I’ve heard a family legend about a man who really did work on big hog farms under the mountain and at least in his family’s memory, was very skilled and respected. The railway came to Monterey years before a spur was built into Livingston. (The Tennessee Central arrived in Monterey in the 1890’s but of course I can’t find the date of the Livingston spur when I actually need it. Maybe one of you would be good enough to share that information with me if you know it.) In order to sell any stock or produce beyond a very close radius, you would have to get it to a rail-head so that meant Monterey for many years.
So I was getting fairly convinced that this legend was based in fact but wondered if the art of driving hogs was unique to our neck of the Appalachian woods. I found an article at atlasobscura.com that confirmed this was a regular occurrence in the nineteenth century. In fact, they explain that the plantations of the South preferred to buy their pork and grow the crops that brought in more cash. That article says the supply of hogs was mainly in Tennessee.
Now, I’ve experienced moving a few pigs from one pen to another or trying to get them into the barn. And those were pigs that lived their whole lives in fenced enclosures. Remember that the feeding range for hogs prior to the 1947 fence law, was anywhere the animals could get to. (Now, here’s an interesting piece of history for you – prior to 1858, the law actually said that livestock owners were required to keep their animals fenced. The 1858 change reversed the requirement saying that crop producers must ‘fence-out’ livestock. So the concept of open ranges in Eastern states was really pretty short-lived. With that said, we still have to remember that Tennessee was the wild west in the mid nineteenth century so I’m not sure how these laws were received or even enforced.) So moving these hogs was surely a bigger challenge than today’s hog farmers would experience. Still, I suppose if you could get the whole herd moving, it would be possible.
The atlasobscura article mentioned, “In 2006 a prominent archaeologist, a specialist in livestock, baldly insisted that pigs ‘cannot be driven’. The historical record suggests otherwise.” The author goes on to quote an 1847 tollgate record from North Carolina totaling the livestock moving as: 692 sheep, 898 cattle, 1317 horses, and 51,753 hogs. | 2019-04-24T10:03:19 | https://tennesseemountainstories.com/blog/2016/3/10/hod-d |
Could You Be Responsible For A Car Accident If You Were Not Driving?
If you are not driving the car at the time of an accident, common sense would tell you that you are not responsible for the damages. But there are actually some situations where you could be found liable for the damages if you were not behind the wheel. Here are 3 situations where that could be possible. You Loaned Your Car To Somebody Having somebody else borrow your car in a time of need may seem like the right thing to do, but you could be responsible for the damage that cause in an accident if your friend causes an accident.
Should You Settle Or File A Lawsuit After An Auto Accident?
After being involved in a car accident, you have the option of filing a lawsuit against the other driver if he or she was responsible or you can file a claim with his or her insurance. Some people choose to go straight to the court, but this might not be the best option in your situation. If you are unsure whether to try to negotiate with the insurance company or go to court, here is what you need to know.
As winter hits, an increasing number of people will start suffering from serious car crashes. If you end up causing an unfortunate accident in snowy driving conditions, it is important to know who is at fault, why, and how to defend yourself if necessary. How Snow Can Affect Your Driving Driving in snowy conditions will have a major impact on the way you drive and the conditions of the road.
Have you recently been injured in some way? Are you worried that you won't be able to get fair compensation for any losses that you've suffered? Accidents can be scary, but sometimes the aftermath can be even scarier. During the accident itself, you forget about all of the bills that you need to pay every month. After the accident, you still need to pay those bills, but now you also have to worry about getting better and trying to get back to work.
Have you recently been in an automobile accident? Is your insurance company trying to avoid compensating you for your losses? Dealing with insurance companies can be a huge hassle. Because of this, you may already have decided to hire an attorney to help you with your case. It's not always easy to decide which lawyer will work for your case, but there are questions you can ask that will help make your task easier. | 2019-04-21T04:47:13 | http://fortunatebiscuits.com/categories/law/page/5/ |
Cybera's talented Vice-President of Strategic Communications, Mary Anne Moser, has left Cybera. She will be focusing on her leadership role with the Beakerhead arts and science festival.
Mary Anne has been with Cybera for nearly two years, during which time she has led the company through a branding and website re-design, developed a strategic path for the company to follow and help guide its efforts, evolved Cybera's annual Summit into a world-class event, as well as developed and strengthened Cybera's relationship with its stakeholder community.
It has been a great pleasure to work with her, and we wish Mary Anne all the best with her future projects. | 2019-04-21T13:09:56 | http://www.cybera.ca/news-and-events/news/cybera-bids-farewell-to-mary-anne/ |
Nearly nine of 10 survey respondents believe that cloud computing is the future of IT, and 67% describe themselves as "cloud believers."
81% of respondents have deployed at least one cloud service, with an average of 2.7 cloud services among all respondents.
Three-quarters plan to add new or additional cloud services within the next three years, with servers and data centers (34%), co-location and backup (22%), and phone systems (22%) leading the way.
58% say their staff is capable of implementing a cloud strategy independently, and 44% have done so internally.
53% say security remains a top concern about cloud deployment, and 36% say privacy is.
Less than three of 10 say budgeting is a top concern about the cloud, as 54% expect their budgets to increase in 2015.
Momentum for cloud deployment is reaching full-throttle levels, according to a new survey report from Evolve IP. The accompanying report, titled "Cloud of Dreams: The Adoption of Cloud Services—2014," reveals that an immense majority of tech employees and leaders feel the cloud represents the very future of IT. Most have already launched cloud services, and nearly as many intend to expand their use of cloud resources. Just as in the classic movie "Field of Dreams," "organizations built their ballparks (clouds), found some initial players (adopters) and waited to see if they were right to believe in themselves," according to the Evolve IP report. "They were, [as] rapid flight to the cloud continues with organizations planning on moving their infrastructure, applications and more to the cloud. If anything, they are seeing fewer hurdles and have built more confidence in the cloud in the last year." And while barriers remain, funding isn't a particularly significant one, as tech budgets are expected to increase in 2015. IT professionals and executives from nearly 1,260 companies participated in the research. For more about the survey (subscription required), click here. | 2019-04-18T19:13:38 | https://www.cioinsight.com/it-strategy/cloud-virtualization/slideshows/cloud-enthusiasm-hits-near-universal-levels.html |
For two summers, Tracy German and a small film crew hiked into the coastal mountain ranges of British Columbia, explored the depths of the Central B.C. Coast and Lake Huron, trekked high into the Arctic, and combed the east coast of Labrador to uncover the ancient history of Canada’s Indigenous peoples. The resulting documentary series, Wild Archaeology, takes viewers along for the journey. The 13-part series airs across Canada this fall on APTN. It follows Indigenous archaeologist Rudy Reimer and co-hosts Jenifer Brousseau and Jacob Pratt (pictured) across Canada to discover the stories of North America’s original peoples.
Of Aboriginal descent, lead writer, director and producer German began the project as a way to explore her own heritage. “My maternal side has Indigenous ancestry, but I didn’t grow up with the traditions or culture and was curious to find out more,” she says.
Her crew also helped her overcome some unique geographical challenges. In the Northwest Territories, for example, an electric wire perimeter surrounded their camp to keep polar bears at bay. In the mountains outside Whistler, B.C., the crew donned backpacks and lugged food, camping gear and all their cameras and filming equipment up the side of a mountain. Once they arrived in a settlement, German and the crew worked hard to build relationships with the people living there so they would share parts of their oral history to help them understand the archaeological discoveries, such as volcanic glass on the B.C. coast.
German, who also teaches part time in Sheridan’s Bachelor of Film and Television program, says the time is right for Canadians to enjoy the series. She believes Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s investigation into residential schools and the Idle No More movement in support of Indigenous rights have made Canadians receptive to learning more about Aboriginal history. | 2019-04-20T02:54:18 | https://www.sheridancollege.ca/alumni/news/new-documentary-traces-indigenous-history.aspx |
Millennials. The kids who are always on their phones, too lazy to get jobs but not lazy enough to stop complaining about their financial situations. At least, that’s the stereotypical definition of our generation. This stereotype ignores the fact that in our turbulent political climate, millennials refuse to stay silent.
Political discussion has become a hallmark of our generation, and this can be seen in the UTD College Democrats and the College Republicans, both of which foster informed debates between their respective members. These discussions have translated into action in the form of activism. However, like counterculture of the 1960s, millennials have a lower voter turnout rate than older generations, meaning our voices aren’t heard.
According to a 2016 report by Achieve, a research agency, more than half of millennials consider themselves to be activists. This is because their definition of activism is participating in protests or some form of publicly noticeable action. Social media has made it impossible to ignore millennials who, according to Roy Chan, the CEO of Philanthropy for America, are becoming increasingly aware of social injustices and less fearful of speaking up.
The effects of social media on activism can be seen in the January 2017 Women’s March and the April 2017 March for Science, both of which had over 2 million participants globally according to the March for Science website. The most recent example is the Take a Knee campaign, where former San Francisco 49ers Quarterback Colin Kaepernick, now a free agent, took a knee during the pledge to protest the lack of indictments in cases of police brutality. A millennial himself, Kaepernick’s actions allowed other members of our generation to demonstrate the power of cyberactivism, also known as online activism, as the protest took social media by storm, eventually reaching the president of the United States.
Millennials have become powerful because of their solidarity. According to a 2016 report by the Pew Research Center, millennials have donated more to crowdfunding than any other age group. Examples of this are seen on websites such as GoFundMe and Change.org, and it’s on these types of websites that 68 percent of millennial donors have given help to someone in need rather than a startup or a local business. The UTD College Democrats showed this willingness to help without having a personal connection when they hosted a protest against the construction of the Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL) in November 2016. Growing up during a recession helped millennials become aware of social injustice and understand those affected by it. Now they’re spreading their message with social media activism.
Despite the progress we have made, there’s still one problem that remains. Our generation is more than happy to protest both in the streets and online, but when it comes to voting, we’re lacking. According to a 2016 report from the Pew Research Center as well as a 2014 report from the U.S. Census Bureau, millennial voter turnout in the 2016 election was roughly the same as that of young adults in the mid to late ‘60s at about 49 percent, when the ‘60s counterculture was at its peak. Voter turnout for younger generations has been and will remain low until we realize that activism isn’t enough. As long as we don’t vote, our voices will never be heard.
Like the protesters that marched at Berkeley in the ‘60s, today’s activists refuse to back down in the face of disillusionment. According to Achieve’s 2016 report, millennials don’t trust the government to right the country’s wrongs. Instead, 70 percent count on themselves to create the change they want to see. This independent, do-it-yourself mindset has manifested in online petitions and campaigns that have seen real results such as with the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, which raised over $100 million for the ALS Association according to their statistics. Millennials have made social justice a part of their identities, and it’s about time that voting becomes just as important. | 2019-04-18T18:47:04 | https://utdmercury.com/current-college-students-represent-new-counterculture/ |
His Divine Grace, A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada (1896-1977) is widely regarded as the worlds pre-eminent exponent of the teachings and practices of Bhakti-yoga to the Western world.Born Abhay Charan De on September 1, 1896, in Calcutta, as a youth he became involved with Mahatma Gandhi’s civil disobedience movement. It was, however, a meeting with a prominent scholar and spiritual leader,Srila Bhaktisiddhanta Sarasvati, which proved most influential on young Abhay’s future calling. Upon their first meeting Srila Bhaktisiddhanta, who represented an ancient tradition of Bhakti (devotional yoga), asked Abhay to bring the teachings of Krishna to the English-speaking world. From birth, Abhay had been raised in a family devoted to Krishna – the name meaning the all-attactive, all-loving Lord. Deeply moved by Srila Bhaktisiddhanta’s devotion and wisdom, Abhay became his disciple and dedicated himself to carrying out his mentor’s request. But it wasn’t until 1965, at the age of seventy, that he would set off on his mission to the West.Having since been awarded the honorary title of Bhaktivedanta in recognition of his learning and devotion, and having taken the vows of sannyasa (renunciation), Abhay Charan, now known as Bhaktivedanta Swami, begged free passage and boarded a cargo ship to New York. The journey proved to be treacherous, and the elderly spiritual teacher suffered two heart attacks aboard ship. After 35 days at sea he finally arrived at a lonely Brooklyn pier with just seven dollars in Indian rupees and a crate of his translations of sacred Sanskrit texts.In New York he faced great hardships without money or a place to live. He began his mission humbly, by giving classes on the Bhagavad-gita in lofts on the Bowery, New York’s infamous skid row, and leading kirtan (traditional devotional chants) in Tompkins Square Park. His message of peace and goodwill resonated with many young people, some of whom came forward to become serious students of the Krishna-bhakti tradition. With the help of these students, Bhaktivedanta Swami rented a small storefront on New York’s Lower East Side to use as a temple. After months of hardship and struggle, in July of 1966, Bhaktivedanta Swami established the International Society for Krishna Consciousness for the purpose of checking the imbalance of values in the world and working for real unity and peace. He taught that each soul is part and parcel of the quality of God and that one could find true happiness through living a simpler, more natural way of life and dedicating one’s energy in the service of God and all living beings.
Having begun initiating his American followers into the Gaudiya Vaishnava lineage, Bhaktivedanta Swami next traveled to San Francisco. Amidst the emerging hippie community in the Haight-Ashbury district, during 1967’s “Summer of Love” he taught that the experience of devotion through kirtan was a spiritual “high” superior to any pleasures derived from material sources such as wealth, fame, or intoxication. In the following months many more came forward to assist him. Desiring to address him with the respect due a revered spiritual teacher, his disciples began to call him Srila Prabhupada, meaning “one at whose feet the masters sit”.
In the eleven years that followed, Srila Prabhupada circled the globe fourteen times, bringing the teachings of Bhakti to thousands of people on six continents. Men and women from all backgrounds came forward to accept his message. With their help, Srila Prabhupada established centers and projects throughout the world including temples, rural communities, educational institutions, and what would become the world’s largest vegetarian food relief program. With the desire to nourish the roots of Krishna-bhakti in its home, Srila Prabhupada returned to India several times, where he sparked a revival in the Bhakti tradition. In India, he opened dozens of temples, including important centers in the holy towns of Vrindavana and Mayapur.
Perhaps Srila Prabhupada’s most significant contribution is his books. He authored over seventy volumes on Bhakti-yoga, which are highly respected for their authority, depth, clarity, and fidelity to tradition. His writings have been translated into seventy-six languages. His most prominent works include: Bhagavad-gita As It Is, the thirty-volume Srimad-Bhagavatam, and the seventeen-volume Sri Caitanya-caritamrita.
For millennia the teachings of Bhakti-yoga had been concealed within Sanskrit and Indian vernacular languages, and the rich culture of Bhakti had been hidden behind the borders of India. Today, millions around the globe express their gratitude to Srila Prabhupada for revealing the timeless wisdom of Bhakti to a world immersed in a materialistic and self-destructive ethos.
A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada passed away on November 14, 1977, in the holy town of Vrindaban, surrounded by his loving disciples who carry on his mission today.
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Told you. Good news: he didn’t fall off the bar. Bad news: he forgot what he was looking at. | 2019-04-20T15:54:32 | https://imgur.com/gallery/e0wYg |
Change things up with these side-trips from Alibaug: Kashid (Kashid Beach, Korlai Fort, & more) and Kihim Beach (in Raigad). And it doesn't end there: kick back and relax at Versoli Beach, stroll through Alibag Beach, steep yourself in history at Kolaba Fort, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Jai Bhavani Temple.
To see other places to visit, ratings, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Alibaug trip itinerary planning tool .
In December, daytime highs in Alibaug are 38°C, while nighttime lows are 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Sun) to allow time to travel back home. | 2019-04-25T05:56:58 | https://planner.makemytrip.com/trip/3-days-in-alibaug-itinerary-in-december-ae733aad3-1f04-41f6-9181-ac99d4c1a981 |
Continue your active social life.
HomeLife in the Gardens offers an ever changing calendar of activities from celebrating holidays with family and new found friends to exercise classes. From enjoying a hand massage and manicure to a picnic at the park and from playing cards and board games to quietly working on a puzzle. Our team draws on your interests as well as encouraging you to share your talents. We strive to keep our programs diverse and interesting. | 2019-04-23T20:53:17 | http://www.homelifeinthegardens.com/about/activities/ |
What Do Thatched Cottages, Dark Tea, Watercolor Paint and Jane Austen Have in Common?
If you answered they are all novels, you are wrong. If you answered they are all names of trendy cocktails, you are wrong. If you anwered that they all have to do with visiting England with me, you are correct.
Next May 14-22 we will hop on a bus outside of the Manchester airport and drive along the coastline and arrive at the coastal village of Conwy in Wales, We will spend time exploring Conwy and its local castle and learning about the culture of Wales (warning, this may involve visiting a pub or two and of course a local tea shop).
After many 29 or so watercolor painting workshops, we have learned not to rush from here to there. Instead we savor what we see and we relax. In the spirit of slow relaxed travel we will spend 8 days in the village of Slaugther in the heart of the Cotswolds. We will spend relaxed days in the village, walking, painting, and exploring and we will travel to neighboring villages to do more of the same. Our big excursions will be a day in Bath and a day in Oxford where local walking guides will show us around town.
If this trip sounds good to you, email me for more info or to reserve your spot. I only have 3 spots left open.
If you want to drop a big hint to a generous loved one, to gift you this this workshop, I am happy to prepare a handlettered gift certificate for them to surprise you with on Christmas morning. | 2019-04-26T16:36:24 | http://www.barbararothanywhereart.com/new-blog/2017/12/20/what-do-thatched-cottages-dark-tea-watercolor-paint-and-jane-austen-have-in-common |
Will you be at VIV Asia next week? On Wednesday (March 15th) you could join the free seminar about growth promotion without antimicrobials in poultry, organized by Proagrica. One of the speakers will be our very own Dr. Devendra Verma, who will discuss the Gut-trophic effects of Tri-butyrin (ProPhorce™ SR).
The 1,5 hour seminar will start at 1 PM in room 222. | 2019-04-19T22:26:48 | https://www.perstorp.com/en/news_center/news/2017/20170309_free_seminar_-_growth_promotion_without_antimicrobials_in_poultry/ |
Abstract: We prove that the dual unit ball of the space C0 [0, ω1 ) endowed with the weak* topology is not a Valdivia compact. This answers a question posed to the author by V. Zizler and has several consequences. Namely, it yields an example of an affine continuous image of a convex Valdivia compact (in the weak* topology of a dual Banach space) which is not Valdivia, and shows that the property of the dual unit ball being Valdivia is not an isomorphic property. Another consequence is that the space C0 [0, ω1 ) has no countably 1-norming Markusevic basis. | 2019-04-26T15:52:56 | http://sci-gems.math.bas.bg/jspui/handle/10525/442 |
Cantilever chair S 32 V, the design classic from Marcel Breuer.
The cantilever chairs S 32 (without armrests) and S 64 (with armrests) fits perfectly into different interior areas - whether meeting room, lounge or waiting rooms, restaurants or in the living room - the cantilever chairs make an excellent figure. Seat and back are covered with cane. The tubular steel frame is chrome plated. The wooden parts are in stained beech or lacquered in various colours available. For chairs that are subject to considerable stress in the seats is a transparent plastic mesh under the cane braced (model S 32 V). Also available in our shop: wool felt seat pads for the chair S 32 / S 64 from Parkhaus.
Do you have a question about "S 32 / S 64"? How can we contact you? | 2019-04-22T04:13:32 | https://www.dieter-horn.de/en/thonet/s32-s64-cantilever-chair |
In this episode of The Music Scout, you'll hear music from Kaz Hawkins Band, Lisa Mills, Nada Surf, Of Gentlemen And Cowards and much more in the third installment of your 30 minute bitesize podcasts of the best new music around on The Music Scout!
In this episode you'll hear music from the likes of Craig W Price, Rob Drakin, Alpha Rev, The Social Bandits plus much more with your 30 minute dosage of the best new music around from The Music Scout podcast.
In this episode, you'll hear music from the likes of Brett Hutchinson, Little Red Lung, Ryk Mead, Ren and many more. Welcome to the first episode of The Music Scout. Your 30 minute dosage of quality new music. | 2019-04-19T06:58:16 | http://themusicscout.libsyn.com/podcast/2016/10 |
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Beauty requires effort, time and financial investments. However, frequent trips to the salon can cost you a pretty penny, although many procedures you could do in the comfort of their home, and the effect is not much different from the work of a professional. In addition, you can conduct many sessions and at a time when you will be comfortable, and even inviting a friend, that was fun. We picked up a few salon procedures that you can definitely replicate at home.
That's really who will be left without work, so it's the master of nail service. You know, that entry to the procedure is almost a month, but this does not mean that you need to wait so much, but still give the money for the regular cover (I agree with gel Polish you can hardly cope on their own). Remember how you did it at a young age when you have not had the opportunity to visit the salon. Buy several types of nail files, remover, any color and clear coating on top to make nail Polish stay longer. And even better — consult with the consultant in the shop of professional cosmetics.
Maybe will not go as you wanted, however, after some time you will succeed.
All kinds of injections, biorevitalization, and especially procedures with threads, of course, be done by a specialist, and in the cabin, where the doctors work, not just cosmetologists. But the girls who need just cleaning or a mask can do on their own. All in the same shop you can buy a special device-a brush for manual cleaning, low-concentrated peelings and scrubs. Various massage techniques will quite replace the vacuum procedure.
In addition, you can consult with your beautician to tell you about the nursing home which is suitable for you personally, take into account the characteristics of your skin. For example, what kind of mask suitable for your skin type, what cream you absolutely can not use, and so on. As a plus, at home you can use just products, not only professional tools such as lemon juice, which could be the basis of the mask against pigmentation.
We are talking about wrapping. Problems such as cellulite, dryness, sagging skin and excess weight, just require this procedure. Almost every cabin you will be charged a considerable sum for algae or, for example, chocolate. Undoubtedly, the effect of the procedure, and stunning: it is possible to reduce stretch marks, tighten the skin and moisturize it perfectly.
Fortunately, all this can be done at home. As you know, wraps are hot and cold. You will need the necessary for your type of problem composition and food wrap. Again, consult your master to give you individual advice. And the main thing — remember: wraps have serious contraindications such as pregnancy, cancer, inflammatory processes in the body and heart disease.
First you need to visit the salon to identify the problem and get advice. If the problem is not too serious and your hair require active nutrition and masks, you can easily perform all procedures in the home. Together with professional funds, which are now huge, you can use and traditional methods that will be a great addition.
Now gaining popularity, such procedures as screening and laminating. The good news: they too can do at home.
This procedure probably has to be repeated more often than others, so as to get rid of hair for good is impossible. Outset — you may not get it right first time, but constant practice will produce results. You will need a jar of wax or paste shugaring — depends on the procedure. If you are experiencing an unpleasant feeling, naturally, can go to the epilator, although it is hardly a painless way.
In addition to the above, you can easily repeat at home paraffin, eyebrow shaping and pedicures. | 2019-04-23T18:49:37 | http://direct-beauty.ru/health-and-beaute/body/19873-salon-at-home-reduce-waste-health-and-beauty-womanhit-ru |
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More mail delivered accurately equates to more orders generated, which drives increased donations and membership. ROI improves as the nonprofit organization can deliver more appeals for support to the right individuals at their correct addresses. | 2019-04-21T18:33:49 | http://www.alclink2me.com/consumer-marketing-case-studies/health-nonprofit-2.php |
Students protesting University President James W. Wagner’s controversial column about the Three-Fifths Compromise joined members of the Emory and Atlanta communities at the opening of a civil rights exhibit in the Robert W. Woodruff Library Friday evening.
The Southern Christian Leadership Conference’s (SCLC) exhibit, titled “And the Struggle Continues,” chronicles the efforts of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his contemporaries in achieving desegregation, gaining suffrage and dismantling systematic discrimination in the United States. The event, which began at 6 p.m., included speeches from civil rights leaders who were contemporaries of King.
The exhibit comes to campus at a time when local and national groups are outraged over Wagner’s use of the Three-Fifths Compromise as an example of political compromise in a column for Emory Magazine. The clause was an agreement made between the Northern and Southern states in 1787 and stated that only three-fifths of the slave population would be counted for purposes of taxation and voting representation. Faculty voted to censure Wagner on Wednesday.
At 5:30 p.m. Friday evening, approximately 30 students convened at Asbury Circle with flyers and signs with phrases such as “I am NOT an afterthought” and “I deserve 5/5 respect.” Protestors consisted of members of the Student Revisioning Committee (SRC) and the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), among others.
The protestors marched silently from Asbury Circle to the exhibit in the Schatten Gallery and Jones Room at Woodruff Library.
“We’re here to show our solidarity against what – at least I personally feel, but I think a lot of us feel – is a shameless co-optation of the legacy of the civil rights movement by James Wagner,” said Patrick Blanchfield, sixth-year Laney Graduate School student.
Both Blanchfield and NAACP members said they did not wish to disrupt the opening of the exhibition.
“We will continue to fight against the systematic disenfranchise and marginalization of students and faculty at Emory and dismantle the culture of apathy and ignorance ingrained in Emory’s community,” said Kayla Hearst, President of Emory’s NAACP.
Upon arriving, the protestors stood in a circle away from the exhibit holding their signs, awaiting the arrival of Wagner.
The event itself drew a couple hundred Atlanta residents and Emory community members. As guests began to congregate in the Schatten Gallery in anticipation of the evening’s speakers, the protestors gathered in the back holding their signs high to send their message to Wagner. Wagner’s arrival at 7 p.m. prompted the beginning of the speeches.
“The exhibition raises the question ‘well, just how far have we come?’ and the second question is ‘how far do we have to go?'” Wagner said in his speech.
The atmosphere shifted to admiration with loud applause and hollers of approval as Congressman John Lewis, a venerated member of the African American and Atlanta community, stepped up to the podium.
“The ideas that the SCLC struggled for and Martin Luther King, Jr. died for are still being debated today in the Congress, in the courts, in legislatures, in the press and at dinner tables around the country,” Lewis said.
Civil rights leader and former President and CEO of SCLC Charles Steele, Jr. described how the SCLC forged a relationship with Emory University in 2005 and how the effort to gain equality endures.
Steele recalled the story of A. Philip Randolf imploring President Franklin Roosevelt to desegregate public services like buses and water fountains, to which Roosevelt replied, “Make me do it.” Steele consequently ended his speech shouting, “I promise you one thing, we’re gonna make you do it.
The idea that modern civil rights leaders have a long way to go to achieve King’s ideal society was a theme of the evening as Dorothy Cotton, SCLC’s educational director, began her speech by singing a line from a song from the civil rights era.
Cotton described her experiences working with King on the Citizenship Education Program, which helped disenfranchised individuals gain the right to vote. Her speech highlighted the individual efforts of civil rights leaders during the movement and charged her audience in a call to action.
“People sometimes talk like they’re waiting for Dr. King to come back and fix things – I want us to think about what do we see that’s not working right, what do you see that’s not working right?” she asked.
At one point, Cotton broke into song and members of the audience joined her. She concluded her speech by discussing the effects of divisions among people.
Bernard Lafayette, a distinguished scholar-in-residence at the Candler School of Theology, told anecdotes about his experience during the freedom riders movement, which protested segregation on bus systems. He stressed the importance of educating people about the civil rights movement, as he himself teaches a class at Emory.
Lafayette underscored the importance of continuing to strive for equality, referencing the student protestors.
The protestors filtered out of the gallery as the speeches concluded.
The sense of entitlement in this country is ridiculous. This story about an article in an alumni magazine that no one reads makes the front page of the New York Times. Yet, Jesse Jackson Jr. was just found to have stolen over $700,000 from his campaign and the news media barely covers it. These protests are just a way to promote an unpopular agenda of more affirmative action and wasteful financial aid at Emory. This should be a lesson on why you shouldn’t be generous in the first place. There are too many ungrateful people out there and when you try to take away something, all hell breaks loose.
Thank you so much for your perceptive and open-hearted words. It’s support from people like you that gets me out of bed in the morning.
P.S. I’m getting a sense from your comments RE: Jesse Jackson, entitlement, ungrateful people, affirmative action, and wasteful financial aid that you might have some thoughts on race relations in this country, but I can’t quite put a finger on them – your analysis is subtle and your prose nuanced. Maybe you could write my next piece in the Emory Report for me?
This is perhaps the most masterful dismissal of a racist troll that I have ever seen in the comments section of a Wheel article. Bravo!
I feel awful about Wagner’s column. I think that Emory needs to apologize to the African-american community in Atlanta by having a huge affirmative action bake sale at a future Wonderful Wednesdays. Black people only have to pay 3/5s as much as white people to show the benefits of affirmative action at Emory. Everyone in Atlanta is invited to participate.
Reading your letter, I realize that my column may in some inexplicable and entirely unanticipatable way have activated certain ambigious racial animosities simmering in some segments of our culture. This is utterly surprising to me, especially since in my piece I didn’t mention race or racism or even African Americans as such at all. Moreover, I ran it by Vice President Gary Hauk and I don’t recall him raising those issues with me, either.
Be that as it may, I thank you for your fulsome support and the charming scenario you suggest!
PS. If you are an alumnus, please give!
We need to have a real protest during Dooly’s week. Get Al Sharpton, Kanye West, Mos Def and Cornell West to make guest appearances. Who’s down with that?
Is there any chance your name might be James? This would be a lovely coincidence! We have so much in common. If I were there I would clasp your arm and squeeze it vigorously in an avuncular and yet clearly dominant way, smile my trademark winning grin.
Thank you for your letter of support. I’m not sure who those people are, but I certainly don’t like protests and would encourage you not to have one unless we can localize it in a free speech zone or unless you give us plenty of notice to lock down campus ahead of time.
I wonder if perhaps you might like funding for your event. Honestly, you might as well since we’ll certainly issue a release saying it was a university-organized forum in any event, maybe even crop some photos we take to cut out the photos and publish in a press release. So you might as well just take the money, it makes it easier. It always does.
My I’m being candid. I realize I’m not sure why. Perhaps it’s because you’re named James too – I feel like we’re brothers. Of course, I don’t mean that in a racial way, I mean, I mean I don’t mean it like guys who high-five each other and are like, Hey, brother! You know the way those people say it to each other, you know what I mean? The way Kanye and Cornell West might call each other brother. Wait are those two related? Do they perform together? This isn’t helping. OK I mean – OK Gary Hauk would tell me to rein it in here so, yes, I mean, I feel brotherly affection for you, not quite like I did towards my fraternity brothers, nor as I currently do towards stalwart chums like Emory Board of Trustees Chair Benjamin F Johnson the III, Esq., but in a warm, beneficent, tolerating kind of way. Actually the warmth may just be this Bourbon – it’s a excellent, really smokey, with notes of peat, some spice. It must have been in quite the quite the cask.
But where was I? Ah! That’s right, that’s where I was. Thanking you for your support, and addressing the possibility of your friends coming to campus. They absolutely should visit! We do great campus tours here indeed, and your friends definitely should dine at any of the fine new offerings at the Emory Pointe development just by the CDC. So yes I’m certain they’ll have a grand time on campus and by then all the controversy will have died down. It will be late Spring, everyone will have moved on to other things, and the Commission on the Improvement of Relations Between the Races that I will have nobly and bravely called for will be nearing prime time for quietly defunding. By the way I have to remember to ask Gary to come up with a better name for that Commission, I don’t think the one I’ve come up sounds right somehow but I can’t put my finger on it. Any it will be a capital time to visit.
James, this bourbon is as thick as molasses and body to match. Oh James, it’s been another one of those just-more-than-slightly-half-of-a-fifth sundowners for you, hasn’t it been? Another evening on the West veranda watching the sun go down reflected in Candler Lake. But it’s just so lovely here surveying the cold sky and rocking back and forth, so warm. The swans are gone but I can see cranes on the horizon. The construction kind, of course. On a clear day I can see the workers as they build the new medical school building, neon vests and hard hats through a break in the trees and past the fence on Haygood Drive. Yesterday morning they were hammering rebar into a foundation between some new landscaping features. Through the fence, between the curling flower spaces, I could see them hitting away, hitting away. It’s a bustling place, my campus, full of movement and money and forgetting.
I can’t wait to forget last week. I’m already nearly there. If you squint your eyes just a little bit more in the half-light of dusk it gets fuzzier and older and it could be any time, really, two weeks ago, last year, a hundred fifty, more.
Controversy aside, the SCLC exhibit is fantastic.
“James Wagner” is a genius. | 2019-04-22T04:52:46 | https://emorywheel.com/civil-rights-exhibit-opens-amid-protests/ |
Merry Christmas from I Did Not Know What To Say!
Happy Thanksgiving – May Your Thanksgiving be Filled with Many Blessings!
A Letter To You From Your Loved One – A good activity to use for Valentine’s Day: “A Letter to You From Your Loved One”. A powerful, beautiful activity for grieving children/teens is to have them write a letter as if it is from the person who died. | 2019-04-22T14:10:01 | https://ididnotknowwhattosay.wordpress.com/2018/02/ |
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I'm a rookie with JMP. I want to sort and format a data table based on conditions on first two columns. The first column is a string of text ("LaserID" ) and the second column is time when data is taken ("time"). My goal is to to derive another table with exact same number of columns as the original table so that there is only one row of data of a particular "LaserID" (i.e. no repeat). The elimination of multiple row(s) with same "LaserID" will be based on when the data is taken ("time").
In another word, the new table will consist of row with a unique "LaserID" with data taken at the latest time.
I am attaching the Original and Final table I want to achieve. Any help in writing a script for this task will be appreciated.
// this can be much simpler if we assume datetime order!
You've gotten a pair of scripting responses. If you'd like to do this interactively, try these steps.
Sort the table by LaserID and Time.
Then create a new column with a formula to select the rows where the LaserID in the current row doesn't match the LaserID in the next row. Since the table is sorted by LaserID and Time you'll get the last row of each LaserID series.
The trick here is to use a column with a data type of Row State and the Selected State state function in the formula.
Choose Cols -> New Column... and set the data type to Row State.
For the formula, start with Row State -> Selected State.
Then put the comparison inside the Selected State() function. This comparison uses the Lag() function with a -1 argument to compare with the value of LaserID in the next row.
Now you just need to copy the row states in your new column to the active row state area by clicking on the star icon in front of the column name.
Now you can use Tables->Subset to subset the selected rows. | 2019-04-21T06:53:43 | https://community.jmp.com/t5/Discussions/Sorting-JMP-data-table-and-deleting-rows-in-JMP-Script/td-p/8945 |
The purpose of this study was to qualitatively examine family relationships in families where one adult member was diagnosed with chronic illness resulting in chronic pain to determine why the crucible, or trial, of chronic illness triggered some families to strengthen while others weakened. The introduction of chronic illness instigates a process of change in family life, yet there is a paucity of research examining families in this situation, specifically when the chronic illness results in chronic pain. Utilizing grounded theory methodology and qualitative data analysis methods, dyadic interviews and periods of observation were conducted with six families across the United States. Questions were focused on family relationships and the impact of adult-onset chronic illness on relationships and family life. Open, axial, and selective coding were conducted during the process of data analysis, illuminating the important role family unity played in helping families remain strong. Findings detail the relationship between family strength and family unity. Adult-onset chronic illness provided a catalyst for families to establish and/or maintain family unity. Five families established or maintained family unity and reported positive changes in family strength, while one family failed to maintain or establish family unity and reported negative changes in family strength leading to separation and eventually divorce. This study has important implications for families facing adult-onset chronic illness and for practitioners serving this population.
Clark, Taralyn, "A Qualitative Exploration of Family Strength and Unity in Family Crucibles" (2012). All Theses and Dissertations. 3152. | 2019-04-18T19:06:02 | https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/etd/3152/ |
So three weeks ago, I said the Mets had an important stretch coming up. My hope for them was to go 15-7 over the 22 games, all but two were against NL East opponents. They missed my target by two games, which isn’t bad, and went 13-9 to emerge 15-14, 2 1/2 games behing the division-leading Braves. Had they followed my plan, they might be half a game out — or half a game up in the division lead. Stupid Mets.
But hey, they’re in it (and so are the Nationals! Philly, not so much at the moment) and they should be able to take four of six on this Midwest swing to Milwaukee and Chicago before coming home for a big nine-game homestand against St. Louis, Cincinnati and the Yankees. | 2019-04-20T02:51:03 | https://njbaseball.net/the-mets-are-in-this-thing/ |
Hammond chiropractor Dr. Ron Daulton offers his 17 years of experience to our patients. We are dedicated to helping you find the pain relief you need to pursue your health goals. In addition to his vast experience, Dr. Daulton constantly researches new techniques and pain relief methods for spinal care, so that he can provide the latest in natural, effective, highly-advanced solutions to treat conditions such as: back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, arthritis, neck pain, sciatica, herniated discs, whiplash and physical therapy for people who have suffered a work injury, sports injury, auto accident injury, or any other kind of injury.
Our Hammond chiropractor works to restore the healthy curvature of a patient's spine so that the nervous system, which runs through the spine and out to the rest of the body, can function properly. When the spine is misaligned, either from years of poor posture, or from a sports, personal, work or auto accident injury, nerves become pinched and pain results. Back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, arthritis, neck pain, sciatica and many other conditions greatly benefit from chiropractic care due to proper adjustment and spinal care.
Dr. Daulton uses several spinal adjusting techniques to realign patients' spines to release pinched nerves and relieve pain. He most commonly uses Activator Methods. He also uses Thompson Technique, Diversified Technique and the Gonstead Technique. The Thompson Technique uses a drop-table method that enables the force of gravity to assist Dr. Daulton as he delivers gentle adjustments. The Diversified Technique uses very precise methods to diagnose the exact location of vertebral misalignments (subluxations). Our chiropractor then delivers very precise adjustments designed to restore the natural bio-mechanical function of the spine. Dr. Daulton thoroughly evaluates each patient to design an adjustment program tailored to the patient's exact needs.
We also use several physical therapy modalities that support Dr. Daulton's spinal adjustments. These techniques help patients through rehabilitation for back pain and neck pain. Patients with these injuries often benefit from ultrasound, electric therapy and cold laser therapy, all of which are pain-relief and internal healing technologies that deliver types of therapeutic energy deep into injured soft tissues (sound, electric impulses and light). Studies show that these techniques can increase circulation, decrease inflammation and stimulate the production of endorphins that relieve pain without the use of drugs.
Because true recovery from an injury or chronic condition is a team effort, we also coach our patients in therapeutic at-home exercises. We design a stretching and exercise program for patients that will help them regain strength and range of motion so that they can get back to normal activity as quickly as possible.
We want to help you feel better, so call us for an appointment to find out how our therapies can help!
Dr. Daulton is highly skilled in dealing with auto accident injury and the back pain and neck pain that accompany it. He doesn't use just one simple technique, but rather evaluates each auto accident injury patient and designs a customized treatment plan.
Since auto accidents can cause a very wide range of problems including back pain, neck pain, headache and impaired mobility, Dr. Daulton uses an equally wide range of treatments to resolve the pain.
Our Hammond chiropractor uses techniques including traditional spinal adjustments, Thompson Technique, the Diversified Technique, various therapies, and cold laser therapy for auto accident injury treatments. Each of these treatments help resolve the symptoms of whiplash, back pain, neck pain, soreness, muscle stiffness, headache, and other auto accident injury conditions.
Traditional chiropractic adjustments involve gentle spinal manipulation. Adjustments are a "hands on" procedure in which the spinal column is very gently manipulated into proper alignment. Back pain can often develop days or weeks following an auto accident, but immediate treatment from a chiropractor can determine the source of the pain. Chiropractic care also provided preventative care for future, more serious injuries from occurring.
Dr. Daulton implements the Activator Method by using an adjusting instrument to gently restore spinal alignment. He has an Advanced Proficiency Rating in this specialized chiropractic technique.
The Thompson Technique is a manual chiropractic adjustment during which Dr. Daulton will use a "drop table." The drop table is segmented into pieces which are then dropped systematically using varied amounts of force. When the drop takes place, the affected areas of the body (joints, muscles, and body tissues) are sent into a different position. The chiropractor will exert varying degrees of pressure at specific places on the body, and when this is combined with the dropping action of the table, the body can experience significantly improved function and flexibility.
The Diversified Technique uses a high velocity and low amplitude thrusting motion. This is the most commonly used method of chiropractic adjustment, and is primarily designed to return the body to a better range of motion and to properly re-align the spinal column.
Cold laser therapy is another back pain and neck pain solution that we often use. This type of therapy utilizes a very thin and highly focused pinpoint of light to speed healing. This type of laser therapy has been shown to bring about a major increase in the energy production of cells in the body.
We are ready to customize a therapy plan for your car accident injuries! If you have experienced an injury as a result of an auto accident, please call today to set up an appointment.
Hammond Chiropractic Life Center provides hands-on chiropractic care and spinal adjustments along with several complementary and synergistic therapies to help provide a complete form of treatment and rehabilitation for work place injuries and auto accident cold laser therapy injury cases. One of the non-invasive treatment modalities we have added to our pain relief program is cold laser therapy.
Patients who have been the victim of some type of personal injury such as an auto accident injury or work place injuries that have resulted in acute pain, or who are experiencing long-term pain from chronic conditions such as arthritis, sciatica, fibromyalgia and carpal tunnel syndrome have all found pain relief with this therapeutic treatment.
Dr. Daulton believes in taking a whole person approach to treating patients and relieving their pain. This means that he first looks at the whole picture of your state of health and level of pain. He then seeks to find the origin of your pain, and works to fix that underlying problem instead of just masking the pain with prescription pain medications. For some patients who have experienced an auto accident injury or work place injuries, the source of this pain may be embedded deep within muscles and soft tissues. While he may utilize chiropractic care and physical therapy in an effort to relax and loosen the sore muscles and stiff joints, he frequently combines those treatments with cold laser therapy to directly deliver therapeutic energy deep into the affected tissues of your body.
This therapy uses a very thin pinpoint of low-intensity laser light that Dr. Daulton precisely focuses on the pain sources he has identified as leading to your discomfort. He will use this technique over a series of treatments to help stimulate circulation, decrease inflammation and swelling, increase mobility and promote the production of pain-relieving endorphins to help your body heal from within. Because of the preciseness of this approach, he has found it can be extremely useful in helping to relieve pain caused by sciatica, arthritis or carpal tunnel syndrome.
This form of laser therapy is extremely safe and non-toxic, and does not involve any anesthesia or incisions like an invasive surgery might. There is no recovery period and no side effects, only soothing relief from your pain. Depending on the cause and extent of your injury or pain, Dr. Daulton might also use it to promote cell growth, support faster wound healing, and reduce scar tissue formation.
Whether you have sustained an auto accident injury that has resulted in whiplash, back pain and neck pain or have suffered work place injuries from a slip and fall accident, overexertion and repetitive motions, Hammond Chiropractor Dr. Daulton will conduct a thorough examination to determine if this type of treatment can be helpful for you. No matter what the cause of your pain is, come to Hammond Chiropractic Life Center for relief because we provide natural healthcare for the entire family.
If you have noticed increasing pain and stiffness in an extremity, you might have carpal tunnel syndrome or a muscle strain -- or you may have arthritis. This disease can afflict people of all ages, and it can cause severe discomfort and disability if left untreated. Many sufferers assume that they must undergo joint replacement or other surgery, or they resign themselves to a lifetime or painkilling drugs. Here at Hammond Life Chiropractic Center, however, our Hammond chiropractor can help you obtain natural pain relief and preserve your joint mobility without surgical intervention.
While we often associate arthritis with the same kind of daily wear and tear that causes carpal tunnel syndrome and other repetitive motion disorders, this common ailment has more than one cause. A bacterial infection can attack the joints and make them arthritic, or an autoimmune reaction may cause the pain and swelling of rheumatoid arthritis. Most of the cases we see are osteoarthritis, a degeneration of the cartilage between bones inside a joint. This degeneration eventually restricts the motion in the joint and allows the bone ends to rub together painfully. Osteoarthritis can affect practically any articulated joint in the body, including the facet joints connecting your vertebrae.
Our Hammond chiropractor, Dr. Ron Daulton, offers the benefit of his 17 years of experience and expertise in multiple disciplines to help you manage the pain, stiffness and other symptoms originating from arthritic joints. First we review your medical history and perform diagnostic evaluations to pinpoint your joint degeneration and inflammation, and to differentiate your symptoms from those of carpal tunnel syndrome or other painful conditions. This enables us to prescribe the appropriate treatment schedule and combination of therapies for your needs. If a spinal misalignment or compression is contributing to a case of osteoarthritis, we can prescribe adjustments that can help restore proper joint alignment and vertebral height, thus relieving the pain of bone-on-bone friction.
Physical therapy can help you retain or increase joint motion while improving your comfort. Cold laser therapy can dramatically reduce the inflammation and pain caused by both osteoarthritis and other forms of the ailment. This type of laser penetrates the skin without cutting or burning, and the stimulation of the beam improves circulation in the treated area. This allows inflammatory toxins and edema to exit the tissues, reducing your pain and swelling, and it also encourages cell regrowth and healing of localized damage. One of the best things you can do for your joints is to keep them moving, and we can advise you on how to exercise afflicted joints safely and keep them as limber and pain-free as possible -- without having to turn to surgery and/or drugs.
In addition to degenerative joint diseases, we also treat carpal tunnel syndrome, plantar fasciitis, whiplash, and other conditions that can interfere with your daily life. Contact our Hammond chiropractor today for an initial consultation.
Axial Decompression Therapy is a non-surgical treatment designed to improve herniated discs as well as degenerative discs (arthritis of the spine) in the neck and low back. It is also effective in treating Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
The discs of the spine are made of a firm outer covering called the Annulus Fibrosus, and a soft, jelly-like substance on the inside called the Nucleus Pulposus. The purpose of each disc is to act as a cushion between the vertebrae, and to separate the vertebrae so there is enough room for the nerves to exit the spine and travel to the different parts of the body.
When a disc herniates, the firm, outer covering (Annulus Fibrosus) tears and the jelly-like fluid (Nucleus Pulposus) starts to push through the outer layer. This creates a "bulge", which usually compresses the nerves of the spine or the spinal cord, causing severe pain and loss of normal function.
Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD - one form of arthritis of the spine) occurs when the jelly-like fluid (Nucleus Pulposus) begins to evaporate and shrink. This condition progressively becomes worse with time.
In both cases (the herniated disc and DDD), the disc becomes shorter (compresses), which pinches nerves of the spine and causes pain and other symptoms, depending on the disc involved.
Axial Decompression Therapy is designed to decompress the herniated / degenerated disc, utilizing a series of traction / relaxation cycles with increasing strength over a period of approximately 30 minutes. The treatment itself is very relaxing, and has a very high success rate (86%) in correcting these types of conditions.
Cold Laser is a special type of laser that produces a very focused, high frequency of light. When the laser is placed over damaged tissue, it causes a dramatic increase in the amount of energy the cell produces, which speeds healing time by 200%.
The laser stimulates a part of the cell called mitochondria. The mitochondria are responsible for producing the energy the cell needs in order to be healthy and function normally. When the cell is injured, the mitochondria slow down, and the cell isn't able to bring in a normal amount of oxygen and nutrition, which is necessary for healing. When the cold laser stimulates the mitochondria, the cell is able to bring in plenty of oxygen and nutrition, as well as push out toxins that build up from the injury, which speeds the healing process.
What does Cold Laser feel like?
Because the laser is cooled, there is really no sensation during the treatment (it doesn't feel hot, painful, etc.). Because all of the healing is occurring at the cellular level, the person being treated rarely feels anything during the treatment. The effects after the treatment, however, are usually very noticeable. People usually report faster pain relief following the cold laser treatment. You may also notice improvements in other areas of the body, because as blood flows under the laser, the blood cells are also improved, which then takes these healing benefits throughout the body.
Why is Cold Laser used?
Cold laser is usually recommended for conditions that take longer to heal. It is also used when a person has scar tissue in the injured area. Scar tissue is weaker than normal tissues of the body, which makes the area easier to reinjure. In these cases, the problem area never heals completely, leading to a chronic condition that requires a lifetime of care to prevent it from flaring up. Cold laser is very good at helping scar tissue heal, which provides longer-lasting results.
It is a therapeutic treatment to aid in the relief of pain and promotion of soft tissue healing.
How does Interferential Therapy Work?
Tiny amounts of electrical impulses are induced into the vicinity of the injury. Where these waves intersect below the skin, a low-frequency stimulation is created. This prompts the body to secrete endorphins and other natural pain killers to help relieve pain.
What does interferential therapy feel like?
Most patients find Interferential Therapy to be extremely beneficial and describe the treatment as a faint "pins and needles" sensation.
Why is interferential therapy used?
Interferential Therapy is most often used for pain relief. Ligament sprains, muscle strains and spasms often respond to this treatment, helping to reduce muscle weakness and increase blood circulation.
Combined with the Chiropractic Adjustment, Interferential Therapy is a very effective way to help reduce your pain more quickly.
It is a way of inducing passive motion into the spine for the purpose of stretching spinal joints and increasing mobility.
How does Intersegmental Traction Work?
What does Intersegmental Traction feel like?
Most patients find this form of treatment to be relaxing and very helpful. The gentle rolling action is restful, exercising the spine without effort.
Why is Intersegmental Traction used?
Since discs have a poor blood supply, they get nutrients from the circulation of fluids surrounding spinal joints. Fixations prevent this natural circulation and can cause disc thinning and degeneration. Intersegmental traction helps increase and restore necessary elasticity and motion to the spine.
Combined with the Chiropractic Adjustment, intersegmental Traction is a very effective way to help your body heal more quickly.
Myofascial Release is a special type of deep muscle treatment. Unlike massage, the goal of myofascial release is not just muscle relaxation, it is also to break down scar tissue that may be building up in the soft tissues of the body. This treatment is very important when a person has an injury - whether the injury is old or new.
During a Myofascial Release treatment, the therapist applies deep pressure on the problem areas with their hands. This deep pressure forces toxins out of the muscles and helps to break down scar tissue. This process allows the muscles to function better and stay relaxed longer, which helps you experience longer lasting relief.
What does Myofascial Release feel like?
Myofascial Release feels like a very deep massage. It is usually very relaxing, but the therapist will likely find some tender spots through the treatment as well. This treatment is performed to your comfort level, so it is important that you communicate with your therapist during the treatment. The pressure should only be done as deep as you can comfortably tolerate it - this is one area where the famous saying "no pain, no gain" does not apply!
Why is Myofascial Release used?
Although we can adjust the misaligned vertebrae in your spine, the muscles are responsible for holding those bones in their proper position. This treatment allows the muscles to stay relaxed longer, which helps keep the vertebrae in their normal position for a longer period of time. Also, because this treatment is designed to help break down scar tissue, it keeps the spine stronger and makes it less likely that you will re-injure yourself again. This means that you experience relief faster, and the results last longer.
NMR is any exercise that improves balance. By improving your balance, we are able to strengthen muscles of the spine that can not be strengthened with any other exercise. The benefit is that you experience longer-lasting results.
When we have you march on a mini-trampoline & bounce on a therapy ball, this forces the body to use small muscles that aren't normally used, because you have to keep yourself balanced in order to do these exercises. Over time, these muscles become stronger, and it becomes less likely that you will reinjure the weak areas of your spine.
What does NMR feel like?
Although these exercises are easy for a person in good health, these exercises may prove to be challenging to a person who is injured and experiencing pain. It is normal to experience mild to moderate discomfort while performing these exercises. It is also normal to experience soreness in the muscles immediately following the exercises. It is very important that you push through the discomfort and soreness, and don't give up. You will find that these exercises become easier, which is a sign that you are progressing.
Although we can adjust the misaligned vertebrae in your spine, the muscles are responsible for holding those bones in their proper position. These exercises strengthen the smaller muscles around the spine that are responsible for balance, which helps keep the vertebrae in their normal position for a longer period of time. This means that you experience relief faster, and the results last longer.
These are exercises specifically designed to strengthen the area of injury. By doing these exercises, you will experience faster relief, as well as longer-lasting results.
How do rehabilitation exercises work?
By strengthening the muscles that surround the injured area, you provide necessary support to the area to prevent future injury.
What do rehabilitation exercises feel like?
Although most of the exercises are easy for a person in good health, these exercises may prove to be challenging to a person who is injured and experiencing pain. It is normal to experience mild to moderate discomfort while performing these exercises. It is also normal to experience soreness in the muscles immediately following the exercises. It is very important that you push through the discomfort and soreness, and don't give up. You will find that these exercises become easier, which is a sign that you are progressing. As you progress, we will be increasing the intensity of the exercises, gradually building the strength of the injured area over a period of time.
Why are rehabilitation exercises used?
Although we can adjust the misaligned vertebrae in your spine, the muscles are responsible for holding those bones in their proper position. These exercises strengthen the muscles, which help keep the vertebrae in their normal position for a longer period of time, which means that you experience relief faster, and the results last longer.
It is a therapeutic treatment using high frequency sound waves administered in the region of soft tissue injuries.
Sound vibrations, as fast as a million times per second, penetrate the tissues deep in the body, creating a heat response. These vibrations and heat help break down and disperse unhealthy calcium and other hard tissue accumulations.
What does Ultrasound feel like?
The gel used to conduct the sound waves is at room temperature and may momentarily feel cool to the skin when it is initially applied. Most patients feel nothing, or a pleasant and relaxing sensation below the surface of the skin.
Ultrasound treatment can usually be administered directly to the area of complaint, penetrating deep into the body. The rise in temperature increases blood flow, relaxes muscle spasms, massages damaged tissues, and speeds the healing process.
Have you ever had one of those days where you just didn't want to get up in the morning? And, no matter how much you sleep, you just can't seem to get over the exhaustion? It's like there's no catching up!
In fact, exhaustion may be the least of your concerns. How many of these symptoms do you deal with on a daily basis?
Did you know that all of these symptoms are usually caused by toxicity in the body? Even if you live the healthiest lifestyle, there are toxins in our environment that we just can't avoid.
For example, have you taken a breath today? I certainly hope so! But guess what - the air we breathe is really not that clean if you think about all the pollutants and infectious agents such as bacteria and viruses that live in our air. But what can you do? You have to breathe!
Or how about the water we drink. Do you really think that's as pure as it could be? What about your food? When was the last time you checked a food label and you were actually able to pronounce all the ingredients?
The point is, we all have issues with toxicity, and it can lead to some very serious symptoms for each of us. What's the solution? Well, detoxifying would be the obvious answer, but how exactly do we do that?
We've all heard of cleansing, and although that's a great thing when done properly, there's one serious flaw with the cleanses you'll see on the market. They don't address the cellular structures of the body.
You see, your body is held together by something called a matrix, which is kind of like a mesh of cells. Toxins will find their way into the cellular matrix, and they get trapped there for a number of reasons. The main reason toxins get trapped there is because the matrix is electrically charged, and most toxins are attracted to this charge.
Cleansing through traditional methods may clean out particular organs (such as the colon, liver, etc.), but they won't clean your body at the most important level which is at the level of the cellular matrix. This is primarily because you have to find a way to temporarily shift the charge of the matrix in order for these cellular toxins to be released by the body!
In other words, you go through all that effort to cleanse (and sometimes a lot of discomfort), and you're still not clean! It's like those soap commercials where you think you're clean, but when they shine the blue light on you, you can see all the soap scum that's left on your body after your bath!
So, how do we get a much deeper cleanse that leads to better results? This is where I get to introduce you to the EB-PRO Ion-Therapy System (you may have heard of these - it's a foot bath that removes toxins from the body).
It's pretty simple - you put your feet in a tub of water, and the EB-PRO changes the polarity of the water which causes your body's cellular matrix to vibrate, releasing toxins at the cellular level throughout the body, and then draws the toxins out of your body through your feet.
It's a really neat thing - you can actually see the water turning colors and accumulating all the junk that was in your body before the treatment, so you can really know that it did its job. The EB-PRO can help your body eliminate mucus, heavy metals, fungus, bacteria, viruses, and all sorts of unwanted chemicals that accumulate in your body.
Pretty amazing, right? How do you think you would feel with all those toxins eliminated from your system? Do you think it would be possible to have more energy, eliminate your daily aches and pains, and even think more clearly? Absolutely!
In fact, you'd probably think this was pretty expensive to have done, but it's actually very reasonable. Each EB-PRO treatment is only $30 in our office, or you can buy 10 treatments in advance and receive 2 for free (which reduces your cost to just $25 per treatment).
In general, it is recommended that you receive 2 treatments per week for 6 - 9 weeks for a thorough cleansing, and then continue the EB-PRO treatments once a month for maintenance. Obviously, this will be different depending on the individual's lifestyle and current health status.
Now is your chance to finally experience a true cleansing experience, and really see what it feels like to have renewed energy, vitality, and health!
Each treatment lasts approximately 30 minutes, so as you can imagine, appointments are limited - please call us at (219) 932-8900 today to make sure you are able to reserve your spot!
**This treatment can not be performed if you have a pacemaker, organ transplant, arrhythmia, take heart regulating medication, are pregnant or lactating, or have open wounds on your feet.
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There are plenty of reasons for the music business to rue iTunes, but killing the album isn’t one of them. If anything, the leading Internet download site is the long-player’s biggest supporter.
Wait, you say – doesn’t the availability of 99 cent tracks make it easy to snap up just that one Fergie tune I like? Yes, but it’s not Apple’s fault if the rest of the record is awful.
I’m a fan of players with more to say than just one song. Every time I tout a performance in this column, you can be pretty sure the artist I’m highlighting is one that goes deep. When I log on to iTunes, I usually buy a whole CD’s worth.
Apple just announced a couple of moves which I think bode well for my way of thinking. Last week they introduced “Complete My Album,” which gives customers credit against the full price of an album for each song they purchase.
Purchase two tracks from Justin Timberlake’s latest, and you can get the rest for eight bucks.
It’s a great way to dabble without getting penalized. You sure couldn’t do that with a CD.
Which leads me to the second iTunes move, which not everybody thinks means good things for the music biz.
EMI, a record company close to bankruptcy, made a bold move last week when they announced they were removing the digital handcuffs from music they sell on iTunes.
It should be noted that other online music stores will likely make the same deal – Microsoft already has tentative plans on their Zune store.
DRM-free songs will be sold at a marked up price, a part of the deal that riled up many. However, the audio quality is vastly improved. Here’s the part that’s so good for album lovers. The price for long players won’t go up under the deal.
It’s a bit of a trick, I admit, and Fergie’s “Glamorous” is still the only decent cut on “The Duchess,” high audio quality or no. But it begins a trend that’s long overdue.
For too long, record companies have treated their customers like criminals, instead of devising creative ways to engage them.
Selling unprotected music should be combined with fan incentives like early access to concert tickets and other goodies. After that, it’s up to the artist to make records that are more than one or two tracks deep. I know they’re out there; I buy (and recommend) them every week.
Thursday: John Gorka, Flying Goose – Case in point. I would never buy just one Gorka song. The folksinger closes out an abbreviated music series in New London with tunes that can make you weep, laugh out loud or shake your head in emphatic assent. You hear a line like “I live where the bottles break and the blacktop still comes back for more,” and wonder what else he’s got up his sleeve.
Friday: Noche Latina Caliente, Electra – Get lucky on Friday the 13th when you learn the tango, salsa and cha cha cha from some talented instructors. Then dance the rest of the night away to great music from south of the border. Claremont had a night like this a couple of years ago that people are still talking about.
Saturday: Stonewall, Royal Flush – It’s a good Saturday for hard rock fans, with Hexerei and Transcent at the Claremont Moose, but I mention this show for two reasons. One, the Flush touts the quality of the tribute bands it brings in, but this show re-states the club’s ongoing commitment to original local music. Two, Stonewall rocks.
Sunday: Fiddler’s Dream, Latchis (Brattleboro) – Jay Ungar and Molly Mason are joined by fiddling friends Liz Carroll and John Doyle for a night of traditional music. You may not know their names, but you’ll recognize their music from Ken Burns’ PBS documentary “The Civil War.” If you don’t want to make the drive south, the duo is in Lebanon April 20th.
Tuesday: The Greencards, Iron Horse – “New Grass,” a melding of old time traditions and contemporary attitude, is probably my favorite genre of music It’s best exemplified by bands like Nickel Creek, the Bittersweets and Crooked Still. This trio just released a new album which should move them from the litte rooms like the Iron Horse to much bigger stages. See them while you have a chance.
Wednesday: Molly Chernington with Kate Wirsing, Canoe Club – Molly’s a Meriden native who took up music while living in Colorado. She has a spare, Shawn Colvin sound, and tonight she’s joined by slam poet Wirsing, which must be a first for the staid Canoe. Should be fun. | 2019-04-24T09:10:24 | https://localrhythms.wordpress.com/category/emi/ |
Wow is the weekend over already? LOL I had one of my line sisters in town so the whole weekend was spent doing sorority stuff. I'm pooped! Fortunately I had time to film and edit some videos.
Stay tuned for my video at Noon today...my MAC Colour Ready Haul. In the video you'll see me rocking the look from the supercool Colour Ready promo image. I'm trying to recover from a nasty allergic reaction I had from a lip product before I film any new videos, sigh. This happened to me a few months ago and I had to go to the dermatologist to get a steroid shot. Hopefully it gets better before I have to resort to that. I just need to stick to my aquaphor!
Meanwhile, I have day 3 of the Arabic wedding I did a few weeks ago. This was the day of the big reception. Let's first start with the sister. We wanted to do something with pinks for sure...I decided to combine it with a bright purple to give it a fun twist. I actually used my 96 palette from Stars Makeup Haven to achieve this look. She was still recovering from breaking out to facial threading so I airbrushed her this time around and it made her skin look perfect!
Next we have the mom. She also wanted to do a pink look so I added a smokey gray/black to the outside to give it some drama. This time around I used my cinema secrets foundation because I think it more accurately matched her skintone. Sometimes, shades can be limited for airbrush and I like to stick to traditional foundation. It all depends on the client.
This time around I also did the Maid of Honor. I discovered that she graduated a year ahead of me from my university. I knew she looked familiar...small world! She stated that she was concerned about her small eyes and I was like oh I got this, I'm asian, lol. We did a smokey pink/burgundy eye on her and she loved it! I also worked on her skin to cover up acne scars and marks...cinema secrets really covers anything!
Here comes the bride! This is the look we had planned during our bridal consultation. She picked the prettiest colors...shimmery pink, champagne, copper and gold. It really went with her outfit and she looked amazing!
Check out her stunning outfit!
Indian/Arabic style weddings are my favorite to do...there's more room for drama, color and creativity. Can't wait for the next one!
yeah that outfit is preeetyyy amazing very nice job with the makeup my gosh everyone looks glamorous!!!
wow, yes their weddings are always more fun, and last more than one day! they have more than one dress! its like color overload!
the bride's dress is gorgeous! as is her makeup :) and her sister's skin looks flawless with the airbrushed foundation!
everyone looks gorgeous Ren!!! I am so proud of you!
They all look great, but you gave the bride some gorgeous looks!
All of them look beautiful. I love the bride's outfit too. The maid of honor's eyes weren't small at all. Or could have been your skills again making them look larger.
the outfit is soo gorgeous!!
You did an amazing job at the make up!
the makeup you did on them looks so gorgeous! | 2019-04-23T11:55:58 | http://www.makeupbyrenren.com/2009/04/arabic-wedding-day-3.html |
We have all said that mythical expression “when I grow up I want to be” and now, studying at university, living away from home and starting a future path, is when we take a look back and think nostalgically of what you dreamed of being. Shall we remember together?
Fire fighter / Police officer: it didn’t matter, what we wanted was to be part of those heroes who fought against the bad guys and beat them. We loved playing cops and robbers, imagining the patrol car with the siren, which led to long afternoons in the park playing at being grown up. And who didn’t?
Magician: Harry Potter influenced our childhood in a way that many of us hoped at some point for the arrival of the letter from Hogwarts to form part of the fabulous world of magic. How many memories come to mind, truly? And surely you tried to move some object with the spell wingardium leviosa.
Teacher: This is a “when I grow up I want to be” that surely some of you have fulfilled and for that reason we congratulate you. Our teachers instilled us with knowledge and encouraged us to follow our dreams. Who does not remember them?
Vet / Marine biologist / Zoo keeper: If there were animals you wanted to work there, and probably decided it after visiting the zoo, aquarium or seeing a Disney movie like Nemo or Tarzan, right? And who didn’t! We have all at one time cared for a little sick street animal.
Have you fulfilled your dream thelofttowner? Let us tell you that if you’re with us it is because you are building your professional future, so we couldn’t be more pleased, but always remember the “when I grow up I want to be”. | 2019-04-18T16:27:18 | https://thelofttown.com/en/when-i-grow-up-i-want-to-be/ |
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Is it your goal to defend these ideals?
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Since the founding of the Planning Office for Ecological Building in 1979, more than 100 buildings designed by Gernot Minke have been realized in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Columbia, Germany, Ecuador, Guatemala, India, Paraguay, Russia, Slovakia, Hungary and Uruguay. Some selected buildings are presented here.
This building with its dome and vaults from earth blocks and its green roof is sheltered against high frequency electro-magnetic waves by 99,6 %. | 2019-04-19T01:07:24 | http://gernotminke.gernotminke.de/projects/ |
Allow the Bodhi Khaya Community to hold your retreat with subtle presence and deep reverence; to nourish all participants with healthy, wholesome food and feel the exquisite land with its wild nature encompassing us all.
Book out the entire retreat centre for your large retreat, or host an intimate retreat in the beautiful old Farmhouse or the monastery-styled Cloister.
Our ambient Meditation/Yoga Hall and magical Opa are two large spaces in which to facilitate healing or to share your teachings, and the vast land is filled with remarkable spots to immerse in Nature. | 2019-04-24T08:00:09 | https://www.bodhikhaya.com/hostaretreat |
I might have one book coming out this fall, but I have four sitting in the drawer behind it. You could say I’m a pro at shelving manuscripts.
Some of my writing that won’t see the (published) light of day.
Sometimes it’s easy to decide to shelve a manuscript and move on. But sometimes it’s hard.
Manuscript #3? The novel I love so dearly and queried 120+ times?
That one was hard to shelve.
I’ve thought a lot about how to figure out why a manuscript isn’t getting picked up by agents and/or editors. I’ve come up with five reasons. There are probably more.
Quality of the writing. For strangers to pick up our meaning, writers have to deploy words, sentences, and paragraphs clearly. For beginning writers, this can be tough, partially because new writers haven’t had as much practice turning ideas into words that then convey ideas. It’s also difficult because new writers may not have developed the self-editing skills to fix their own prose. (Everyone writes bad copy. Experienced writers just know how to fix it.) If you suspect this is your issue (or even if you don’t), join a writing group. See how many line edits you get. See how often people tell you they don’t understand the meaning of a sentence. Happily, this problem is pretty easy to fix, albeit labor intensive.
Not connecting with the characters. Agents and editors often reject manuscripts with the vague explanation of, “I just wasn’t connecting with your characters.” What a frustrating response for a writer who loves her characters with all her heart! How can someone not connect with them? Well. In my experience, connection falters for two reasons: the character doesn’t clearly want something, and/or the reader doesn’t know enough about the character’s personality and motivations to care about what the character wants. Balancing those two aspects, particularly at the beginning of a draft, is hard. You’ve just got to keep working on it, and sending the opening to new readers to see how they react. Examine the books you love and pick apart why it is that you love those characters. Especially in the opening chapters.
There’s not enough tension. A reader can get vested in the characters, but then the plot falters. Novels so often succumb to the dreaded “saggy middle” — when the promise of the initial premise has worn off, and the characters have reverted to passivity. Chances are, events are simply happening to the characters. A good plot will use obstacles plus the character’s desire (need) to overcome those obstacles to build tension. If you think this might be your problem, read some craft books (I love Benjamin Percy’s Thrill Me for this particular issue), examine some plot structures, and see what you can do to retroactively structure the plot.
The concept itself isn’t catchy or unique or of-the-moment. This is a hard one, but unfortunately, I suspect it’s pretty common. I’ve mentored Pitch Wars for the past three years, and each year I’ve seen stories that are well-written and pretty interesting, but don’t make me sit up and gasp and say, “I have to read this now!” One way to judge this for yourself is to see what happens when you give a one-sentence description of your novel to friends and family. Do they politely raise their eyebrows and say, “Oh, that sounds cool,” or do they do that gasp thing? This one was hard for me! Manuscript #2 was definitely a polite nod, and so was #3, no matter how much I loved it. If this is the case, maybe you can find the cool part of your premise and sharpen it. Also, this is the category where luck factors in. Some writers are just going to hit the zeitgeist. There is nothing you can do about whether or not that’s you. Don’t chase trends.
The world isn’t ready. I hesitate to include this reason because, for so many of us, this will be the explanation we’ll want to rely on. The world isn’t ready for my genius, we’ll tell ourselves. But in reality, our manuscripts are more likely suffering from one or more of the previous problems. So before you decide this is your situation, give a hard look at those suggestions above. Still, for a small number of writers, this really is what’s happening. One of my all-time favorite books, A Place of Greater Safety by Hilary Mantel, was rejected countless times when Mantel first submitted it to editors in the late 1970s. She got rejection notices saying that the editors weren’t interested in historical romances — which her novel of the French Revolution most definitely is not. But that’s all editors at that time could imagine historical fiction could be. So Mantel wrote other books and she waited. She finally published that one in 1992, when the world was ready for gritty and political historical fiction. If this is your manuscript? Well, here’s hoping the world catches up.
You’ve gone through this list, you’ve examined your manuscript, you’ve fixed all the problems you think you can fix, and you’re still getting rejections. Now what?
When do you decide to put it away?
And if you shelve your manuscript … then what?
Then, congratulate yourself. You wrote a book. (Or ten.) And if you continue to write books and attempt to get them published, you are in the process of developing a thick skin. You’re learning to handle rejection, to examine your work critically and separate it from yourself, and you’re learning there are some things you can’t control.
That thick skin? You’ll need it. When you do eventually get published.
And remember, no one defines success except you. No one. Be gentle with yourselves, beautiful creative people. | 2019-04-25T08:55:17 | http://www.carriecallaghan.com/blog/2018/10/4/on-shelving-your-manuscript |
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The commercial real estate industry consistently provides amazing opportunities for business owners and investors. However, if you aren’t up to date on your commercial real estate terminology, you could be missing out on some important details. Rakow Group can help you make sense of any commercial real estate deal and help you find the absolute best prices for a commercial property for sale. Contact us today to experience why we are an industry leader.
Below, we will shed some light on commercial real estate terminology you should know. Hopefully, these terms can help you better understand the commercial real estate industry and take steps towards making more profit.
If you are a tenant that is looking for commercial property for rent, you might notice that the contract states the “Option to Buy”. This is a great option if you do plan to invest in commercial real estate soon. If you see the “Option to Buy” in the contract and are serious about pursuing it, you should try to have the owner include specific terms and the price you can expect to pay for the property in the contract.
Sometimes, if you are renting commercial real estate, you might be offered rent concessions. These are typically allowances that provide tenants discounts on their rent for a certain period of time. It usually happens if the property is being renovated or if the tenants need to avoid extra expenses when they are moving into the commercial property for rent. It always helps to have a great commercial real estate broker look over anything like rent concessions before you sign a lease.
When you are evaluating industrial space for rent or commercial property for sale, you should review the total usable square footage before making any decisions. This term refers to the total amount of space that is being leased. It’s a great idea to have a number in mind for the total square footage your business needs before searching for commercial property for rent. That way, you can narrow things down quickly and stay focused on only the properties that will meet your needs.
These three terms are important for anyone to know if they are interested in commercial real estate. Remember that Rakow Group can help you out with any of your commercial real estate needs and negotiate the best possible deals for you and your business.
The task of managing an industrial space is becoming more and more demanding. Business owners are always focused on maximizing the space that they have and to find ways to cut costs as much as possible. Finding industrial space for rent can be easy with a great commercial real estate broker like Rakow Group, but maximizing the efficiency of the space is an entirely different proposition. Adding more square footage by finding more industrial space for rent is always an option, but there are several other ways you can make use of your space to save money and time. Let’s take a look at them below.
Warehouses and industrial space for rent are usually large spaces that provide a lot of vertical space. The trick is figuring out how to take advantage of this space. There are several ways to go about this. You can use industrial shelving to stack up the inventory and maximize the space that you have. Mezzanine shelving is another option that will allow you to have another level to your warehouse. Explore these options of going vertical to really maximize the efficiency of your commercial property.
If you’ve signed a lease on industrial space for rent, you need a way to organize your inventory. A barcode labeling system is a great way to stay organized and efficient, especially because warehouses tend to be very large in size. These days, you can even use a cloud-based inventory management system to keep track of everything in your industrial space. Using technology and a barcode labeling system can make a big difference in improving efficiency.
As a business owner, it is easy to get stuck in set ways. This can lead to inefficient processes and losing lots of money if you aren’t careful. It’s important to take the time to re-evaluate all of your processes for your industrial space to make sure you are operating at full capacity at all times. Industrial space for rent can come with its own unique set of tasks and challenges, which means creating better business functions within the space is always essential.
We hope this article can help you improve the efficiency of your warehouse or industrial space. If you are seeking commercial property for rent, contact the Rakow Group for assistance in finding the best options on the market.
Commercial real estate is a property that is directly used for business purposes. There are so many different types of commercial property for sale that it can be overwhelming for people without any direct experience in the industry. Commercial property is normally leased out for businesses to use as a workspace and for operations instead of living spaces for the public. Commercial property can be a lot of different things including retail space, hotels, strip malls, restaurants, office space, industrial space, and more. There are tons of advantages associated with commercial real estate. Let’s look at some of the main ones below.
Commercial property for sale provides lots of investment opportunities for people that have the capital to consider the purchase. You can invest in commercial property for sale and hope that it increases in value over time. Additionally, you can lease out your commercial property for nice monthly income from tenants. There are tons of commercial real estate investment opportunities out there, you just need a great brokerage firm like Rakow Group to help you find them.
If you are a business owner, at some point you will be looking for office space real estate to provide a place for your business to flourish. Commercial real estate is great for business owners because they can lease a space for a certain amount of time and have the flexibility to move on when they are ready. Leasing commercial property will be much less expensive than purchasing, as lots of commercial real estate offers great leasing rates. By investing in a commercial property for sale, it can be a much more permanent transaction that not every business owner is ready for.
Another big advantage associated with commercial real estate is that it offers tons of variety in terms of property types. Literally, any business type can find commercial property for rent that will suit their individual business needs. The variety is also great for investors that are looking for a diversified portfolio. Investing in different property types can increase your chances of big returns and safeguard you against certain market factors that affect certain property types.
There are plenty more advantages you should keep in mind when thinking about commercial real estate. The opportunities are unlimited if you work with a great brokerage firm like the Rakow Group. Contact us today for all of your commercial real estate needs!
So, you are in the market for industrial space for rent? This is generally considered to be property like a warehouse, a manufacturing building, or a multi-use building. Leasing industrial space can help you find the home for your business operations for many years to come. However, finding industrial space for rent that meets all of your needs and business requirements can be a bit challenging, which is why it always helps to work with an experienced commercial real estate brokerage firm like the Rakow Group. We can help you with every step of the leasing process and also assist you in negotiating the best possible deal for your business. Below, we will walk you through a high-level overview of some important steps for leasing industrial space.
Finding the right industrial space for rent can mean a lot of different things depending on your business type. For example, some businesses need space for producing and manufacturing products, while others are looking for something to house their research and development activities. It really helps to spend some time determining your business needs prior to beginning your search, that way you can narrow down the properties you are looking for and ensure you are signing a lease for exactly what you need.
Another important step for leasing industrial space for rent is finding a broker to help you with the search. It can be overwhelming to find the right space in the location you are looking for without some professional help. The Rakow Group has an extensive database of properties to search through and can help you find exactly what you are looking to lease. We can also help you find commercial property for sale or commercial property for rent if needed.
It’s absolutely crucial to make sure you assess the lease terms of industrial space for rent prior to signing on the dotted line. Hidden expenses are a common thing to watch out for, especially with larger properties. The last thing you want is to have to pay for maintenance and upkeep all out of your pocket simply because you overlooked the lease. The Rakow Group can always provide you professional advice on lease terms and help you negotiate the deal you are looking for.
What Is Cap Rate in Commercial Real Estate?
If you are new to the commercial real estate world or you are a business owner seeking office space for lease, you might be feeling a little overwhelmed. The sheer amount of terms and options to decide from can be intimidating without the right help. It always pays to hire a professional commercial real estate broker like the Rakow Group to help you find the best commercial property for sale. One term you might have heard mentioned before is the cap rate of a property. Cap rate, or capitalization rate, is a basic concept that refers to a percentage number which determines a property’s current value. It’s derived from an estimate of the property’s future net operating income. We will discuss some of the basics about capitalization rates in commercial real estate below to provide you with some powerful insight.
The cap rate is typically calculated by looking at appraisals or what similar properties have sold for in recent times. The actual equation simply takes the Net Operating Income of a property and divides it by the property value. However, calculating the cap rate for commercial real estate can be a complicated endeavor. That’s why it helps to work with a great commercial real estate broker like the Rakow Group.
It’s important to understand that the ways that different properties are evaluated impact the cap rate. For example, apartment buildings are viewed as property types that generate great cash flows, which is reflected in the cap rate. Office space real estate, on the other hand, will be viewed differently.
You might be wondering what a good cap rate is for a property? This depends on whether you are on the buying or selling side. If you are looking for commercial property for sale, you want a cap rate that is higher because your initial investment will be lower. On the other hand, if you are selling commercial property, you are looking for a capitalization rate that is lower because your property value will, therefore, be higher. It always helps to look at similar property’s cap rates to compare your calculations. Keep that in mind if you are trying to come up with a cap rate on your own. If you are looking for help with cap rate calculations or finding comparable properties to use, the Rakow Group can definitely help.
What is a Triple Net Lease in Commercial Real Estate?
If you own a business and are in need of commercial property for rent, it can really pay off to learn about the different lease types that are available to you. The more you know, the more educated decisions you can make. Working with a great commercial real estate broker like the Rakow Group can go a long way towards helping you succeed in your commercial property for rent endeavors. We can help you step by step with all of your commercial real estate needs. Our extensive experience and professional approach to all of our client interactions can be hard to find with other commercial real estate brokers. One commercial real estate lease type to learn about is the triple net lease. It is also referred to as a NNN lease or a Net Net Net lease. We will provide a brief overview of triple net leases below and why they are important in the commercial real estate world.
A triple net lease typically requires the tenant to pay all of the operating expenses that are associated with maintaining the property that has been leased. This lease type is most commonly found in commercial real estate, particularly with single-tenant properties. Standard residential leases are typically gross leases, which means that the landlord will need to pay for all of the expenses related to the property. On the other hand, net leases mean that the tenant will pay for the operating expenses instead of the landlord.
There are three common operating expenses related to commercial real estate. They are insurance, common area maintenance, and property taxes. In a triple net lease, the tenant will be paying for all three. You might be wondering why a tenant would ever want to sign a triple-net lease? All of those expenses certainly can add up quickly for commercial property for rent. Well, the main benefit of a triple net lease is that the monthly rent cost will typically be much lower than normal gross leases. If the building is fairly new and you don’t anticipate lots of operating expenses like repairs, it might make the most sense financially to sign a triple net lease. However, if the building is an older structure, the costs can become quite the burden. For example, imagine having to foot the bill for a renovation on an older building.
We hope this article has provided you with some valuable information about triple net leases and why they might be a good opportunity for you.
With every passing year, the necessity of staying up to date on all of the latest trends in commercial real estate becomes increasingly more important. Looking for success in commercial real estate? You must understand the market and keep yourself informed. The year 2019 is no different. If you are planning to invest in or already have investments in commercial real estate, it makes a lot of sense to read up on all of the latest trends in the market. 2019 is shaping up to be a year with tons of potential in commercial property for rent and office space real estate. Keep reading below to learn about 3 commercial real estate trends you should know for 2019.
The demand for industrial real estate is absolutely soaring, which is largely a result of a massive consumer shift to E-commerce and online shopping. Brick and mortar retail space is quickly becoming a thing of the past, which means you might be able to find commercial property for sale at a great price. The increasing prominence of E-commerce is a trend that is likely to continue throughout 2019, which means the need for industrial real estate to store and ship massive amounts of physical products will rise as well.
Job growth in the United States is gradually increasing and the unemployment rate is low. There are more homebuyers than homes for sale. These are signs of a steady and stable economy. That means you can expect the Federal Reserve to continue boosting short term interest rates in order to maintain this economy and manage inflation. The Fed already delivered 3 boosts to interest rates last year, so keep that in mind for 2019.
As we mentioned earlier, the demand for industrial real estate is quite high. If you are seeking an investment that allows you to create commercial property for rent, keep in mind that large institutional investors are buying up industrial, retail, and multifamily commercial real estate assets as quickly as they can. A quick look at some of the most popular REITs will confirm that there is high investor demand for this type of commercial property for sale.
Making money in the world of commercial real estate can be quite challenging without the right experience and game plan. That’s why working with experienced brokers like Rakow Group can make all of the difference in the world. We want each and every one of our clients to find the commercial property for sale or industrial space for rent that they need to achieve success.
Commercial property typically consists of retail buildings, office space real estate, warehouses, apartment buildings, mixed use buildings, and industrial space. Navigating the different property types and understanding the market as a whole is easier said than done, which makes the expertise of Rakow Group priceless. Working with a tight budget and the pressure to produce can be intimidating for even the most seasoned commercial real estate executives, which is why we’ve written the following article that provides simple details on 3 ways to make money by investing in commercial real estate.
This step is absolutely essential if you ever plan on making money with commercial real estate. The initial deal will have lasting impacts on your overall investment. Ensure that you don’t overpay or miss out on existing property damages that can be expensive to repair. Locating the best possible property involves doing research, comparing multiple options, and working with an experienced real estate broker. If you spend adequate time finding the commercial property for sale, you are well on your way towards a good return on investment.
Making money in the commercial real estate market requires knowing the right time to sell. That means staying up on market trends and economic factors that impact commercial real estate. Look for signs that the economy is on its way up before you decide to sell. You can secure an immediate profit with knowledge and skill. On the other hand, don’t wait too long to sell or you could be stuck with commercial property like office space real estate that steadily declines in value.
After you purchase commercial property for sale, you should understand that maintaining the property is important for eventually making money. You can extend the life of the property by spending money on regular maintenance and necessary repairs. Look for property managers that have connections with maintenance companies. Don’t neglect your properties, or it could come back to haunt you.
Should You Be Considering Apartments for Your 2019 Commercial Property Investments?
Multifamily use commercial property for sale has always been a strong seller for major investors. It’s a diverse type of commercial real estate that provides tons of potential and financial opportunity. If you are seeking an investment in commercial property for sale, it’s likely that you have considered apartments.
The income generated from rent and individually selling each apartment in your building can provide you with great returns on your investment if you do things right. That being said, it’s always important to analyze the latest market trends prior to making any investment decisions. You might be wondering if apartments can still be considered good commercial property investments in 2019. Continue reading to find the answer below. If you are seeking commercial property for rent or office space for sale, reach out to the experts at Rakow Group for help and access to tons of properties.
One thing that is important to understand about commercial property for sale is that every property type is different. That means that the market factors for each property type are unique as well. Apartments are different from other commercial properties because their value is tied to residential demographics and trends. Back during the recession of 2008, the demand for rentals increased dramatically. People were no longer looking to purchase homes, which, in turn, increased the rental prices of apartments. Thanks to the trend of increasing demand for rentals, the price of apartment buildings also subsequently increased. Does that mean that the commercial market for apartments is overbought? Not necessarily.
People will always need a place to hang their hats. Apartments can indeed still be a great long-term commercial property investment and certainly have a good chance of increasing in value over the next few years. Focus on finding commercial property for sale in great locations that are up and coming to maximize your potential profits. Purchasing apartment buildings that are close to major interstates and provide people great job opportunities is another great rule of thumb.
Apartments aren’t the only option for finding great commercial property for sale in 2019. Contact the offices of the Rakow Group for help with finding office space real estate, commercial property for rent, and more. We have a massive database of available properties and can help you through every step of your commercial real estate activities.
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Introduction Strategically important, Gibraltar was reluctantly ceded to Great Britain by Spain in the 1713 Treaty of Utrecht; the British garrison was formally declared a colony in 1830. In a referendum held in 1967, Gibraltarians voted overwhelmingly to remain a British dependency. The subsequent granting of autonomy in 1969 by the UK led to Spain closing the border and severing all communication links. A series of talks were held by the UK and Spain between 1997 and 2002 on establishing temporary joint sovereignty over Gibraltar. In response to these talks, the Gibraltar Government called a referendum in late 2002 in which the majority of citizens voted overwhelmingly against any sharing of sovereignty with Spain. Since the referendum, tripartite talks on other issues have been held with Spain, the UK, and Gibraltar, and in September 2006 a three-way agreement was signed. Spain agreed to remove restrictions on air movements, to speed up customs procedures, to implement international telephone dialing, and to allow mobile roaming agreements. Britain agreed to pay increased pensions to Spaniards who had been employed in Gibraltar before the border closed. Spain will be allowed to open a cultural institute from which the Spanish flag will fly. A new non-colonial constitution came into effect in 2007, but the UK retains responsibility for defense, foreign relations, internal security, and financial stability.
History There is evidence of human habitation in Gibraltar going as far back as Neanderthal man, an extinct species of the Homo genus. The first historical people known to have settled there were the Phoenicians around 950 BC. Semi-permanent settlements were later established by the Carthaginians and Romans. After the collapse of the Roman Empire, Gibraltar came briefly under the control of the Vandals, and would later form part of the Visigothic Kingdom of Hispania until its collapse due to the Muslim conquest in 711 AD. At that time, Gibraltar was named as one of the Pillars of Hercules, after the legend of the creation of the Straits of Gibraltar.
The first permanent settlement was built by the Almohad Sultan Abd al-Mu’min, who ordered the construction of a fortification on the Rock, the remains of which are still present. Gibraltar would later become part of the Kingdom of Granada until 1309, when it would be briefly occupied by Castilian troops. In 1333, it was conquered by the Marinids who had invaded Muslim Spain. The Marinids ceded Gibraltar to the Kingdom of Granada in 1374. Finally, it was reconquered definitively by the Duke of Medina Sidonia in 1462, ending 750 years of Moorish control.
In the initial years under Medina Sidonia, Gibraltar was granted sovereignty as a home to a population of exiled Sephardic Jews. Pedro de Herrera, a Jewish converso from Córdoba who had led the conquest of Gibraltar, led a group of 4,350 Jews from Córdoba and Seville to establish themselves in the town. A community was built and a garrison established to defend the peninsula. However, this lasted only three years. In 1476, the Duke of Medina Sidonia realigned with the Spanish Crown; the Sefardim were then forced back to Córdoba and the Spanish Inquisition. In 1501 Gibraltar passed under the hands of the Spanish Crown, which had been established in 1479. Gibraltar was granted its coat of arms by a Royal Warrant passed in Toledo by Isabella of Castile in 1501.
The naval Battle of Gibraltar took place on April 25, 1607 during the Eighty Years’ War when a Dutch fleet surprised and engaged a Spanish fleet anchored at the Bay of Gibraltar. During the four-hour action, the entire Spanish fleet was destroyed.
During the War of the Spanish Succession, British and Dutch troops, allies of Archduke Charles, the Austrian pretender to the Spanish Crown, formed a confederate fleet and attacked various towns on the southern coast of Spain. On 4 August 1704, after six hours of bombardment starting at 5 a.m., the confederate fleet, commanded by Admiral Sir George Rooke assisted by Field Marshal Prince George of Hesse-Darmstadt comprising some 1800 Dutch and British marines captured the town of Gibraltar and claimed it in the name of the Archduke Charles. Terms of surrender were agreed upon, after which much of the population chose to leave Gibraltar peacefully.
Franco-Spanish troops failed to retake the town, and British sovereignty over Gibraltar was subsequently recognised by the 1713 Treaty of Utrecht, which ended the war. In this treaty, Spain ceded Gibraltar (Article X) and Minorca (article XI) to the United Kingdom in perpetuity. Great Britain has since retained sovereignty over the former ever since, despite all attempts by Spain to recapture it.
During the American Revolution, the Spanish, who had entered the conflict against the British, imposed a stringent blockade against Gibraltar as part of an unsuccessful siege (the Great Siege of Gibraltar) that lasted for more than three years, from 1779 to 1783. On 14 September 1782, the British destroyed the floating batteries of the French and Spanish besiegers, and in February 1783 the signing of peace preliminaries ended the siege.
Gibraltar subsequently became an important naval base for the Royal Navy and played an important part in the Battle of Trafalgar. Its strategic value increased with the opening of the Suez Canal, as it controlled the important sea route between the UK and colonies such as India and Australia. During World War II, the civilian residents of Gibraltar were evacuated, and the Rock was turned into a fortress. An airfield was built over the civilian racecourse. Guns on Gibraltar controlled the entrance to the Mediterranean Sea, but plans by Nazi Germany to capture the Rock, codenamed Operation Felix, later named Llona, were frustrated by Spain’s reluctance to allow the German Army onto Spanish soil and the excessive price Franco placed on his aid. Germany’s Admiral Wilhelm Canaris, head of the Abwehr, also helped by filing a pointedly negative assessment of the options. Canaris was a leader of the German high command resistance to Hitler, and tipped off Franco who erected concrete barriers on roads leading to the Pyrenees.
In the 1950s, Spain, then under the dictatorship of Francisco Franco, renewed its claim to sovereignty over Gibraltar, sparked in part by the visit of Queen Elizabeth II in 1954 to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Rock’s capture. For the next thirty years, Spain restricted movement between Gibraltar and Spain, in application of one of the articles of the Treaty. A referendum was held on September 10, 1967, in which Gibraltar’s voters were asked whether they wished to either pass under Spanish sovereignty, or remain under British sovereignty, with institutions of self-government. The vote was overwhelmingly in favour of continuance of British sovereignty, with 12,138 to 44 voting to reject Spanish sovereignty. This led to the granting of autonomous status in May 1969 , which the Government of Spain strongly opposed. In response, the following month Spain completely closed the border with Gibraltar and severed all communication links.
The border with Spain was partially reopened in 1982, and fully reopened in 1985 prior to Spain’s accession into the European Community. Joint talks on the future of the Rock held between Spain and the United Kingdom have occurred since the late 1980s, with various proposals for joint sovereignty discussed. However, another referendum organised in Gibraltar in 2002 rejected the idea of joint sovereignty by 17,900 (98.97%) votes to 187 (1.03%). The British Government restated that, in accordance with the preamble of the constitution of Gibraltar, the “UK will never enter into arrangements under which the people of Gibraltar would pass under the sovereignty of another state against their freely and democratically expressed wishes.” The question of Gibraltar continues to affect Anglo-Spanish relations.
In 1981 it was announced that the honeymoon for the royal wedding between prince Charles and Diana Spencer would start from Gibraltar. The Spanish Government responded that King Juan Carlos and Queen Sofia had declined their invitation to the ceremony as an act of protest.
In 1988, SAS troops shot and killed three members of the IRA who were planning an attack on the British Army band. The ensuing “Death on the Rock” controversy prompted a major political row in the UK.
2006 saw representatives of the United Kingdom, Gibraltar and Spain conclude talks in Córdoba, Spain, a landmark agreement on a range of cross-cutting issues affecting the Rock and the Campo de Gibraltar removing many of the restrictions imposed by Spain. This agreement resolved a number of long standing issues; improved flow of traffic at the frontier, use of the airport by other carriers, recognition of the 350 telephone code and the settlement of the long-running dispute regarding the pensions of former Spanish workers in Gibraltar, who lost their jobs when Spain closed its border in 1969.
Politics As Gibraltar is an overseas territory of the UK, the head of state is Queen Elizabeth II, who is represented by the Governor of Gibraltar. The UK retains responsibility for defence, foreign relations, internal security, and financial stability. The Governor is not involved in the day-to-day administration of Gibraltar, and his role is largely as a ceremonial representative of the head of state. The Governor officially appoints the Chief Minister and government ministers after an election. He is responsible for matters of defence, and security. On 17 July 2006, Governor Sir Francis Richards left Gibraltar on HMS Monmouth leaving the symbolic keys of the fortress of Gibraltar with the Deputy Governor. A new governor, Lt General Sir Robert Fulton KBE, replaced Sir Francis in September 2006.
The Government of Gibraltar is elected for a term of four years. The unicameral Parliament presently consists of seventeen elected members. The speaker is appointed by a resolution of the Parliament.
The head of Government is the Chief Minister, currently Peter Caruana. There are three political parties currently represented in the Parliament: the Gibraltar Social Democrats, the Gibraltar Socialist Labour Party, and the Gibraltar Liberal Party.
New Gibraltar Democracy and the Progressive Democratic Party have been formed since the 2003 election. The Reform Party was wound up and Gibraltar Labour Party absorbed into the GSD in a merger in 2005. A new party the Progressive Democratic Party PDP was formed in 2006.
The 2007 election was contested by the GSD, GSLP/LIBS, the PDP and two independents.
Gibraltar is a part of the European Union, having joined under the British Treaty of Accession (1973), with exemption from some areas such as the Customs Union and Common Agricultural Policy.
After a ten-year campaign to exercise the right to vote in European Elections, from 2004, the people of Gibraltar participated in elections for the European Parliament as part of the South West England constituency.
As a result of the continued Spanish claim, the issue of sovereignty features strongly in Gibraltar politics. All local political parties are opposed to any transfer of sovereignty to Spain. They instead support self-determination for the Rock. This policy is supported by the main UK opposition parties.
In March 2006, UK Foreign Secretary Jack Straw announced that a new Gibraltar constitution had been agreed upon and would be published prior to a referendum on its acceptance in Gibraltar that year. In July, in a statement to the UK Parliament, Geoff Hoon, the Minister for Europe, confirmed that the new Constitution confirms the right of self-determination of the Gibraltarian people.
On 30 November 2006, a referendum was held for a new constitution. The turnout was 60.4% of eligible voters of which 60.24% voted to approve the constitution and 37.75% against. The remainder returned blank votes. The acceptance was welcomed by the Chief Minister, Peter Caruana, as a step forward for Gibraltar’s political development.
Introduction Guernsey and the other Channel Islands represent the last remnants of the medieval Dukedom of Normandy, which held sway in both France and England. The islands were the only British soil occupied by German troops in World War II. Guernsey is a British crown dependency, but is not part of the UK. However, the UK Government is constitutionally responsible for its defense and international representation.
History Rising sea levels transformed Guernsey first into the tip of a peninsula jutting out into the emergent English Channel, then, around 6000 BC, into an island when it and other promontories were cut off from continental Europe.
At this time, Neolithic farmers settled the coasts and created the dolmens and menhirs that dot the islands. The island of Guernsey contains three sculpted menhirs of great archaeological interest; the dolmen known as L’Autel du Dehus also contains a dolmen deity known as Le Gardien de Tombeau.
During their migration to Brittany, the Britons occupied the Lenur Islands (former name of the Channel Islands including Sarnia or Lisia (Guernsey) and Angia (Jersey). It was formerly thought that the Island’s original name was Sarnia, but recent research indicates that may have been the Latin name for Sark; although Sarnia remains the island’s traditional designation. Coming from the Kingdom of Gwent, Saint Sampson (abbot of Dol, in Brittany) is credited with the introduction of Christianity to Guernsey.
In 933 the islands, formerly under the control of the kingdom, then Duchy of Brittany were annexed by the Duchy of Normandy. The island of Guernsey and the other Channel Islands represent the last remnants of the medieval Duchy of Normandy. In the islands, Elizabeth II’s traditional title as head of state is Duke of Normandy.
During the Middle Ages the island was repeatedly attacked by French pirates and naval forces, especially during the Hundred Years War when the island was occupied by the French on several occasions, the first being in 1339.
In 1372 the island was invaded by Aragonese mercenaries under the command of Owain Lawgoch (remembered as Yvon de Galles), who was in the pay of the French king. Lawgoch and his dark-haired mercenaries were later absorbed into Guernsey legend as an invasion by fairies from across the sea.
During the English Civil War, Guernsey sided with Parliament, while Jersey remained Royalist. Guernsey’s decision was mainly related to the higher proportion of Calvinists and other Reformed churches, as well as Charles I’s refusal to take up the case of some Guernsey seamen who had been captured by the Barbary corsairs. The allegiance was not total, however, there were a few Royalist uprisings in the Southwest of the island, while Castle Cornet was occupied by the Governor, Sir Peter Osbourne, and Royalist troops. Castle Cornet was the last Royalist stronghold to capitulate, in 1651.
During the wars with France and Spain during the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, Guernsey shipowners and sea captains exploited their proximity to mainland Europe, applying for Letters of Marque and turning their merchantmen into privateers.
The nineteenth century saw a dramatic increase in prosperity of the island, due to its success in the global maritime trade, and the rise of the stone industry. One notable Guernseyman, William Le Lacheur, established the Costa Rican coffee trade with Europe.
During World War I approximately 3,000 island men served in the British Expeditionary Force. Of these, about 1,000 served in the Royal Guernsey Light Infantry regiment which was formed from the Royal Guernsey Militia in 1916.
The Bailiwick of Guernsey was occupied by German troops in World War II. Before the occupation, many Guernsey children were evacuated to England to live with relatives or strangers during the war. Some children were never re-united with their families. During the occupation, some people from Guernsey were deported by the Germans to camps in the southwest of Germany, notably to Biberach an der Riß and interned in the Lindele Camp (“Lager Lindele”). There was also a concentration camp built in Alderney where forced labourers, predominantly from Eastern Europe, were kept. It was the only concentration camp built on British soil and is commemorated on memorials under the Alderney’s name in French: ‘Aurigny’.
Guernsey was very heavily fortified during World War II out of all proportion to its strategic value. There are German defences visible all round the coast and additions were made to Castle Cornet. Hitler became obsessed with the idea that the Allies would try to regain the islands at any price, and over 20% of the material that went into the Atlantic Wall was committed to the Channel Islands. Most of the German fortifications still remain intact and although the majority of them are on private property several are open for the public to explore.
Politics The States of Guernsey, officially called the States of Deliberation, consists of 45 People’s Deputies, elected from multi- or single-member districts every four years. There are also two representatives from Alderney, a self-governing dependency of the Bailiwick, but Sark sends no representative. There are also two non-voting members: the Attorney General and the Solicitor General, both appointed by the monarch.
Laws made by the States are known as Projet(s) de Loi before they are passed and Loi or Law(s) afterwards (e.g. The Human Rights (Bailiwick of Guernsey) Law 2000.
A Projet de Loi is the equivalent of a UK Bill or a French projet de loi, and a Law is the equivalent of a UK Act of Parliament or a French loi. Laws have no effect until promulgated by Orders-in-Council of the Crown. They are given the Royal Sanction at regular meetings of the Privy Council in London, after which they are returned to the Islands for formal registration at the Royal Court.
The States also make delegated legislation known as ‘Ordinances (Ordonnances)’ and ‘Orders (Ordres)’ which do not require Royal Assent. Commencement orders are usually in the form of Ordinances.
The Lieutenant Governor is the representative of the Crown. The official residence of the Lieutenant Governor is Government House. Since 18 October 2005 the incumbent is Vice-Admiral Sir Fabian Malbon, born in Southsea, Portsmouth, in 1946 and a serving naval officer 1965-2002. His last naval posting before retirement from the Royal Navy was deputy commander-in-chief of fleet.
Each parish is administered by a Douzaine. Douzeniers are elected for a six year mandate, two Douzeniers being elected by parishioners at a Parish Meeting in November each year. The senior Douzenier is known as the Doyen. Two elected Constables carry out the decisions of the Douzaine, serving for between one and three years. The longest serving Constable is known as the Senior Constable and his or her colleague as the Junior Constable.
The legal system is Guernsey customary derived from Norman French customary law, heavily influenced and overlaid by English common law, justice being administered through a combination of Magistrates Court and the Royal Court. The legal profession is fused – there is no difference between solicitors and barristers as in England and Wales: Guernsey Advocates fulfill both roles. The Royal Court is presided over by the Bailiff and twelve Jurats (a permanent elected jury), the ultimate court of appeal being the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council.
Russian-Saudi relations could be very different today, if Stalin hadn’t killed the Soviet ambassador to Saudi Arabia.
Last week, Saudi King Salman was greeted in Moscow with a lot of pomp and media attention. The 81-year-old monarch arrived with a 1,500-strong delegation amid high expectations for major political and trade deals.
The first visit of a Saudi king to Russia was rich in diplomatic courtesies, but it lacked in substance. What came out of the three days of meetings was much more modest than expected.
The two countries signed only a handful of agreements, most of which were memorandum of understanding. An agreement was reached to establish a $1 billion energy investment fund and a $1 bn hi-tech investment fund. The two sides also negotiated the sale of S-400 defense systems. But against the backdrop of the $15 bn-worth of arms contracts the US recently approved for Saudi Arabia, the Moscow-Riyadh agreement seems quite modest. It very much seems like the high-level meetings in the Kremlin failed to create an appearance of a political and economic breakthrough in relations.
This shouldn’t be all that surprising given that Russia and Saudi Arabia had a 54-year break in relations, during which the US became Riyadh’s dominant partner and security guarantor. Perhaps the outcome of King Salman’s visit could have been very different, if it weren’t for an incident that spoiled Russian-Saudi relations 80 years ago and caused the break.
It is a little-known fact that Riyadh and Moscow used to enjoy remarkably warm relations in the 1920s and 30s. The Soviet Union was, in fact, a diplomatic pioneer in Saudi Arabia: It was the first state to recognize Abdulaziz Al Saud (King Salman’s father) as the King of the Hijaz and the Sultan of Nejd in February 1926.
The Soviet charm offensive in the Arabian Peninsula in the 1920’s was the culmination of numerous attempts by Moscow to gain a foothold in the region prior to that. As early as 1900, Russian imperial military vessels started frequenting the Gulf and making port calls in Kuwait among other destinations. The famous Russian Varyag cruiser visited Kuwait in December 1901 and its captain was greeted by Emir Mubarak Al Sabah despite his agreement with Great Britain not to receive foreign military guests. It was during this visit that the Russians were first introduced to Abdul Rahman Al Saud who was exiled in Kuwait at that time, along with his elder son Abdulaziz, who a year later retook Riyadh from their rivals, the House of Rashid.
As the House of Al Saud was seeking international backing, London looked at young Abdulaziz with a lot of skepticism, which is why he came in contact with the Russian consul in the Persian city of Bushehr inviting him for a visit. The consul visited Kuwait in 1903 accompanied by a Russian military vessel, which caused an outcry in London.
But it wasn’t until after the Bolshevik revolution that Moscow decided to seriously focus on the Gulf. Just like the Russian Empire, the Soviet Union saw the value of diplomatic presence in the region as a way to stand up to Britain.
Apart from pursuing relations with the House of Al Saud, the Soviet Union looked at the Kingdom of Hejaz whose ruler Sharif Hussein controlled Mecca and Medina as a way to reach out to the entire Muslim world. Being at odds with London, Hussein was on the lookout for strong foreign allies, which is why his representative in Rome engaged in talks with Russia.
Extensive diplomatic communication between Georgy Chicherin, the Soviet People’s commissar for foreign affairs, and Soviet diplomats reveals just how important his vision of the Arabian Peninsula and its role in the Muslim world was. Advocating the appointment of a Soviet Muslim as envoy to Hejaz, Chicherin noted in his memo to Joseph Stalin that “Getting into Mecca is of crucial importance to us because it would increase our influence in Arabia and beyond.” He recognized that the annual pilgrimage to Mecca, the Hajj, was a perfect opportunity to reach out to thousands of Muslims from the British and French colonies and flare up anti-colonial sentiment.
In August 1924, Soviet Consul General Karim Khakimov, a Soviet Muslim of Tatar descent, arrived in Jeddah. Soon after Khakimov’s arrival in Jeddah, Abdulaziz launched his campaign to take over Hejaz, which left newly arrived Soviet diplomats with a dilemma of whom to side with.
Diplomatic dispatches from the Soviet commissar for foreign affairs ordered Khakimov to position himself as an ally of all Arabs without openly showing a preference for either side. “If Ibn Saud pursues a policy of uniting the Arabs, this will be in our interests, and we will also have to try to get closer to him, as we did with respect to Hussein, who tried to unite Arabia,” Chicherin wrote to Khakimov. The Soviet Union saw the unification of Arabs as the first step towards empowering Muslims in the region and undermining British rule over them.
By December 1924, Abdelaziz took Mecca and Khakimov was convinced that the time was right for him to try to introduce himself to Ibn Saud. In April 1925, when Jeddah was under siege, he was allowed to perform Umrah, a pilgrimage to Mecca, where Ibn Saud was based, thus getting a chance to meet him – something that no Western non-Muslim diplomat had been allowed to do. Khakimov’s letters to Moscow reveal that his meeting with Abdulaziz went exceptionally well and that even his idea of Soviet mediation between Hejaz and Nejd was perceived positively by Ibn Saud.
By the end of 1925, Ibn Saud controlled Jeddah, and in February 1926 he declared himself King of Hejaz and Sultan of Nejd. As soon as the Soviet mission learned the news, Khakimov did what ultimately earned him the respect and friendship of Ibn Saud. On February 16, Karim Khakimov drove his personal car mounted with a Soviet flag through gunfire from Jeddah to Ibn Saud’s residence in the desert to hand over a formal note recognizing his status as the king. The Soviet Union was the first state to recognize his new title. Abdulaziz responded with a letter thanking the Soviet Union for its neutrality during the war with Hussein and expressed readiness for “relations with the government of the USSR and its citizens”.
Soviet-Saudi relations improved further when the Pan-Islamic Congress of Mecca was called in June 1926, whose objective was to resolve the dispute over Mecca and Medina. At the time, Ibn Saud’s control over these holy sites had many opponents among Islamic notables, which is why it was paramount for the king to earn recognition at the congress.
Realizing this, the Soviet Union did what contradicted the fundamentals of its atheistic ideology: it sent six Soviet Islamic scholars to take part in the congress. Moscow with its 30 million Soviet Muslims threw its weight behind King Abdulaziz, providing the votes for him to be elected the president of the congress. What is more, as a result of Khakimov’s efforts, a Soviet delegate was elected the vice-president of the conference. Having established full diplomatic relations with King Abdulaziz, the Soviet Union dispatched, in 1928, a new head of mission to the kingdom, Nazir Bey Turyakulov.
London’s key concern about the Soviet influence in Jeddah was that it was spreading Communist propaganda among Muslims during the Hajj. Indeed, this was one of the ideas that Moscow had for its diplomats in Jeddah, but in reality, the Soviet mission had a hard time reaching out to both locals and pilgrims.
Faced with a lot of resistance, Soviet diplomats decided to focus on the creation of trade links between Soviet Black Sea ports and Hejaz. Khakimov managed to convince King Abdulaziz to lift restrictions against Soviet goods that existed in the kingdom due to London’s lobbying. In 1929-1930, Soviet goods poured into the kingdom from the port city of Odessa. The biggest achievement of Soviet diplomats in Jeddah was entering the kerosene and benzine market that was almost entirely dominated by the British. The Soviet Union also sent a group of medics to the kingdom to take care of pilgrims during the Hajj.
As a result of Khakimov’s efforts to further develop his ties with Ibn Saud, his son Prince Faisal (who became king in 1969) visited the Soviet Union during his extensive European trip in 1932. Moscow went out of its way to impress Faisal and his entourage by introducing them to the achievements of the Soviet industry, forgiving the Saudi debt that had accumulated by then and, most importantly, offering one million British pounds in financial aid that King Abdulaziz badly needed. While visiting Soviet Azerbaijan, what was going through an oil boom of its own, Prince Faisal was impressed with the country’s oil industry expressing a desire to employ the same technology in the kingdom.
The 1932 visit to the Soviet Union was the highlight of the Saudi-Soviet relations. King Abdulaziz used Moscow’s offer of financial aid to push London to provide aid and never accepted the USSR’s offer. From that point on, the relations between the two states stagnated. As the power of Joseph Stalin was growing stronger, the relationship between the communist regime and Islam was becoming uneasy. In 1932, the Soviet Union unofficially banned its Muslims from performing Hajj.
Soviet medics continued to work in the kingdom and the diplomatic mission continued to function spreading Soviet propaganda among Saudis. In 1937, the wife of the Soviet consul, a doctor herself, even stayed with the favorite wife of Prince Faisal for several months.
After spending a few years in Yemen and Moscow, Karim Khakimov returned to Jeddah as the Head of Mission in 1935, hoping to revitalize the relationship that during his absence gradually came to a halt. Khakimov tried negotiating new trade contracts with the king, but Moscow was no longer interested. It was the time when Hitler was growing stronger in Europe and Stalin, who was skeptical about the USSR’s presence in the Gulf from the beginning, no longer saw the partnership with King Abdulaziz as beneficial. In fact, dropping any political ambitions for the Gulf was a gesture that Moscow thought would help it partner with England, whose support the Soviet Union sought against Hitler.
The career of the Soviet Lawrence of Arabia ended abruptly when he fell victim to Stalin’s political terror in 1937. In September that year, he was recalled to Moscow for a routine visit to the foreign ministry, but upon his arrival, he was arrested on suspicion of being a spy. His colleague Turyakulov who worked with him on the Saudi file was executed in October 1937. Khakimov was executed in January 1938.
King Abdulaziz was outraged at the news that the two Soviet diplomats whom he considered his friends were killed. Two months after Khakimov was executed in Moscow, American geologists discovered the world’s largest deposits of crude oil in Dhahran. This prompted the Soviet Union to appoint a new head of mission in Jeddah in 1938. King Abdulaziz, however, turned the appointment down saying that he does not wish to see anyone other than Khakimov or Turyakulov in Jeddah. He accused Moscow of inciting a revolution in the Muslim world and broke diplomatic ties with the Soviet Union. In September 1938, all remaining Soviet diplomats left Jeddah and the mission was shut down. With the USSR eliminated as a rival, Britain and later the US took over the development and exploitation of Saudi oil.
Relations between Russia and Saudi Arabia were fully restored only in 1992 after the collapse of the Soviet Union. It has been 25 years since then and Russian-Saudi relations have not developed beyond symbolic visits. Karim Khakimov’s diplomatic efforts to create strong and lasting ties between Moscow and Riyadh remain unparalleled.
Introduction Occupied by the UK in 1841, Hong Kong was formally ceded by China the following year; various adjacent lands were added later in the 19th century. Pursuant to an agreement signed by China and the UK on 19 December 1984, Hong Kong became the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR) of China on 1 July 1997. In this agreement, China has promised that, under its “one country, two systems” formula, China’s socialist economic system will not be imposed on Hong Kong and that Hong Kong will enjoy a high degree of autonomy in all matters except foreign and defense affairs for the next 50 years.
History Human settlement in the location now known as Hong Kong dates back to the Paleolithic era. The region was first incorporated into Imperial China in the Qin Dynasty, and served as a trading post and naval base during the Tang Dynasty and the Song Dynasty. The area’s earliest recorded European visitor was Jorge Álvares, a Portuguese mariner who arrived in 1513. Contact with the United Kingdom was established after the British East India Company founded a trading post in the nearby city of Guangzhou.
In 1839, the refusal by Qing Dynasty authorities to import opium resulted in the First Opium War between China and Britain. Hong Kong Island was first occupied by British forces in 1841, and then formally ceded from China under the Treaty of Nanking at the end of the war. The British established a Crown Colony with the founding of Victoria City the following year. In 1860, after China’s defeat in the Second Opium War, the Kowloon Peninsula south of Boundary Street and Stone cutter’s Island were ceded to Britain under the Convention of Peking. In 1898, Britain obtained a 99-year lease of Lantau Island and the adjacent northern lands, which became known as the New Territories.
Hong Kong was declared a free port to serve as an entrepôt of the British Empire. The Kowloon-Canton Railway opened in 1910 with a southern terminus in Tsim Sha Tsui. An education system based on the British model was introduced. The local Chinese population had little contact with the European community of wealthy tai-pans settled near Victoria Peak.
In conjunction with its military campaign in World War II, the Empire of Japan invaded Hong Kong on December 8, 1941. The Battle of Hong Kong ended with British and Canadian defenders surrendering control of the colony to Japan on December 25. During the Japanese occupation, civilians suffered from widespread food shortages caused by imposed rations, and hyper-inflation due to forced exchange of currency for military notes. Hong Kong lost more than half of its population in the period between the invasion and Japan’s surrender in 1945, when the United Kingdom resumed control of the colony.
Hong Kong’s population recovered quickly, as a wave of mainland migrants arrived for refuge from the ongoing Chinese Civil War. With the proclamation of the People’s Republic of China in 1949, more migrants fled to Hong Kong from fear of persecution by the Communist Party. Many corporations in Shanghai and Guangzhou also shifted their operations to Hong Kong. The colony became the sole place of contact between mainland China and the Western world, as the communist government increasingly isolated the country from outside influence. Trade with the mainland was interrupted during the Korean War, when the United Nations ordered a trade embargo against the communist government.
The textile and manufacturing industries grew with the help of population growth and low-cost of labor. As Hong Kong rapidly industrialized, its economy became driven by exports to international markets. Living standards rose steadily with the industrial growth. The construction of Shek Kip Mei Estate in 1953 marked the beginning of the public housing estate program. Hong Kong was disrupted by chaos during the riots of 1967. Pro-communist leftists, inspired by the Cultural Revolution in the mainland, turned a labor dispute into a violent uprising against the colonial government lasting until the end of the year.
Established in 1974, the Independent Commission Against Corruption dramatically reduced corruption in the government. When the People’s Republic of China initiated a set of economic reforms in 1978, Hong Kong became the main source of foreign investments to the mainland. A Special Economic Zone was established the following year in the Chinese city of Shenzhen, located immediately north of the mainland’s border with Hong Kong. The economy of Hong Kong gradually displaced textiles and manufacturing with services, as the financial and banking sectors became increasingly dominant. After the Vietnam War ended in 1975, the Hong Kong government spent 25 years dealing with the entry and repatriation of Vietnamese refugees.
With the lease of the New Territories due to expire within two decades, the governments of the United Kingdom and the People’s Republic of China discussed the issue of Hong Kong’s sovereignty in the 1980’s. In 1984, the two countries signed the Sino-British Joint Declaration, agreeing to transfer the sovereignty of Hong Kong to the People’s Republic of China in 1997. The declaration stipulated that Hong Kong would be governed as a special administrative region, retaining its laws and high degree of autonomy for at least fifty years after the transfer. Lacking confidence in the arrangement, some residents chose to emigrate, particularly after the Tiananmen Square protests of 1989.
The Basic Law of Hong Kong, which would serve as the constitutional document after the transfer, was ratified in 1990. Over strong objections from Beijing, Governor Chris Patten introduced democratic reforms to the election process for the Legislative Council. The transfer of the sovereignty occurred at midnight on July 1, 1997, marked by a handover ceremony at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Tung Chee Hwa assumed office as the first Chief Executive of Hong Kong.
Hong Kong’s economy was affected by the Asian financial crisis of 1997 that hit many East Asian markets. The H5N1 avian influenza also surfaced that year. Implementation of the Airport Core Program led to the opening of the new Hong Kong International Airport in 1998, after six years of construction. The project was part of the ambitious Port and Airport Development Strategy that was drafted in the early 1980’s.
The outbreak of severe acute respiratory syndrome took hold of Hong Kong in the first half of 2003. That year, half a million people participated in a march to voice disapproval of the Tung administration and the proposal to implement Article 23 of the Basic Law, which had raised concerns over infringements on civil liberties. The proposal was later abandoned by the administration. In 2005, Tung submitted his resignation as chief executive. Donald Tsang, the Chief Secretary for Administration, was selected as chief executive to complete the term.
Mahatma Gandhi continues to be relevant even after 70 years of his death. Our pop culture keeps him alive and for good reason.
Mahatma Gandhi would have been 149 today.
Arguably the most influential figure of modern Indian history, Gandhi is also one of the most studied, discussed and dissected personalities of all time. And for good reason.
Dominique Atkinson and Doug Greene in their book The Men Who Changed the Course of History counted Gandhi alongside Jesus Christ, Napoleon Bonaparte, David Moses, Julius Caesar, Alexander the Great, and Prophet Muhammad.
Even great men like Martin Luther King Jr. and Nelson Mandela, who played critical roles in the transformation of their respective countries, were deeply influenced by Gandhi’s doctrines of truth and non-violence.
Closer home, the ‘imprint’ of the Mahatma has endured, of course.
His face has been printed across our currency notes for 22 years and counting. Gandhi portraits adorn the walls of Indian courtrooms, police stations, government offices, etc. Schoolkids dress up as Gandhiji in annual functions year after year. And, there is media and popular culture that keeps Gandhi — somewhat like Che Guevara — always topical.
YourStory lists some notable pop culture references that invoke and celebrate Mahatma Gandhi.
Sir Richard Attenborough famously said that it took him 20 years to find a financier for his eponymous film on the Mahatma. When he pitched the life story of a non-violent freedom crusader from India to producers, they dismissed him saying, “Who the hell will be interested in a little brown man wrapped in a sheet carrying a beanpole?” Gandhi eventually released in 1982, with Ben Kingsley essaying the titular role. A year later, it won eight Oscars, including Best Film and Best Actor. The film charted Gandhi’s journey from 1893 South Africa, when he was subjected to racial discrimination, to 1948 India, when he was assassinated less than a year after Indian independence. Attenborough’s film continues to remain the most definitive work on the life and times of the Mahatma.
Shashi Tharoor’s 1989 book, The Great Indian Novel, which drew from characters and personalities in Indian history and mythology added a touch of irreverence to Gandhi and kept readers guessing with clues and references. A character named Gangaji is shown as the leader of the Quit India movement, an advocate of celibacy, a man obsessed with ‘toilet cleaning’, and the one to go on the Great Mango March (an allusion to Gandhi’s Salt March of 1930). There is also a character wittily named Sir Richard Churchill, modelled on Sir Richard Attenborough, who is made to describe Gangaji as ‘Public Enema Number One’. By the end of the novel, Gangaji is, of course, killed as was Gandhi in real life.
For Generations Y and Z, Raju Hirani’s 2006 Bollywood film starring Sanjay Dutt, is possibly the most prominent Gandhi reference in pop culture. The film, a part of Hirani’s Munnabhai series on the life of a Mumbai underworld don, coined a street term to describe Gandhian principles and philosophies – Gandhigiri. Munnabhai played by Dutt is possessed by the spirit of Gandhi and he goes about conducting his life truthfully and non-violently. Like Gandhi, he preaches the benefits of cleanliness and other things to people. He even urges them to co-operate and co-exist in society, all the while maintaining the street credentials of a bhai (local goon).
While the world celebrated the Mahatma, he led a deeply troubled personal life. Feroz Abbas Khan’s Gandhi, My Father explored his tumultuous relationship with son, Harilal. The film was adapted from the biography of Harilal Gandhi penned by Chandulal Bhagubhai Dalal, and it explored the basic conflict between father and son. While Harilal (played by Akshaye Khanna), wanted to become a foreign-educated barrister (lawyer) like this father, Gandhi hoped his son would fight for the country and take his social causes forward. Their relationship was strained beyond repair, and Harilal eventually abandoned his father and left for South Africa. This was a rare project in which Gandhi’s personal, and not socio-political, life was in focus.
This multilingual film delved on the controversial exchange of letters between Gandhi and Adolf Hitler during World War 2. The film, which established the supremacy of Gandhian ideologies over Hitler’s Nazism, opened at the 61st Berlin International Film Festival. However, reviews weren’t entirely positive. Many sections of the media regarded it to be a glorification of Hitler, but the makers clarified that the film was merely an attempt to draw a contrast between Gandhi’s and Hitler’s principles. Nonetheless, Gandhi to Hitler (also known as Dear Friend, Hitler) was a different take on a lesser known chapter of Gandhi’s life.
Noted historian Ramachandra Guha’s latest book on Gandhi is launching in New York today to mark the latter’s birth anniversary. In this magnum opus spanning over a 1,000 pages, Guha traces the three decades of the 20th century during which Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi became the Mahatma and the Father of the Nation, and altered the fate of India irreversibly. The book opens with Gandhi’s arrival in Bombay in early 1915 and runs through his 30 years of struggle for India’s freedom, in the course of which he advocated secularism, fought against untouchability, promoted indigenous goods, and challenged the orthodox British rule with ahimsa (non-violence). Essentially, Guha explores why Gandhi remains relevant even 70 years after his death. | 2019-04-20T10:31:28 | http://truthtroubles.com/category/england/ |
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The second generation of Lenovo's Miix 8 inch tablet was released in October 2013. It is powered by a 1.8 GHz Intel Atom Z3740 Processor, 2 GB of RAM, 32, 64 or 128 GB of storage, 2x2 802.11a/n wireless, bluetooth 4.0, and optional WWAN in certain models.
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Welcome to the future, in the interesting, slightly oddball shape of the Toyota Mirai.
If a car could be run on air and water, that would be fulfilment of an impossible dream. No combustion, so no pollution.
The next best step is hydrogen, and Honda, Hyundai/KIA and Toyota have all been working on a building a practical electric car powered by a hydrogen fuel cell battery.
Hydrogen is the ‘fuel of the future’ because it is infinitely renewable and, with the Mirai, Toyota is giving the World a taste of what that future might be like in 15 – 20 years time.
Only a taste, because a mere 12 Mirais will be imported to the UK in 2015 and just 18 a year thereafter. But by 2020 Toyota intends to have sold 30,000 hydrogen fuel cell vehicles Worldwide.
At £66,000 apiece Mirais, are unlikely to be sold. Instead, they will be leased at an all-inclusive £750 a month, which also covers the cost of fuel for 60,000 miles over 4 years.
Driving the future is not in the least intimidating because, like the Honda FCX Clarity prototypes of 2009 and the KIA Borrego FCEV prototype of 2010, it’s no different from driving any other electric car, such as the Nissan Leaf or a Renault Zoe.
That’s because the motor is not is fuelled by hydrogen, but instead the hydrogen fuel cell that provides the electrical power for the motor.
Unlike a Leaf or a Zoe, range on a full tank of 5 kilos of compressed hydrogen gas is up to 300 miles.
It’s a slightly curious, semi-futuristic, yet still conventional looking three box saloon with a motor up front, four doors, four seats and a trunk at the back. Only an eagle-eyed car geek would notice it in everyday traffic.
Controls are very similar to a Toyota Prius, with a familiar little lever to select Reverse, Drive, hill descent braking and a button for Park. Couldn’t be simpler.
In front of your eyes, just below the windscreen, you get a very clear TFT dash giving your speed, a fuel gauge, and a diagrammatic representation of whether the battery is providing power or is undergoing regeneration.
It’s all very smooth, with just a faint occasional whirring from the electric motor that powers the front wheels, perfectly adequate pick-up to speed, untroubled hill climbing ability and limo-like ride and handling. It will obviously make an excellent taxi and, since Green Tomato is having a few, numerous private hire customers will get to experience the back seat.
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cheaper, purer and more available to our children than ever before.
rising, and it can now cost more per ounce than pure gold. | 2019-04-18T22:26:15 | http://www.mapinc.org/drugnews/v05/n035/a04.html |
To improve the overall service offerings for SmartNet North America, we made a number of changes to the IP endpoints to servers that service California, Hawaii, Oregon and Washington on Sunday, March 4, 2018 at 11 PM ET. For users that access SmartNet via correct domain names for the states they are working in, this change will NOT impact you and no changes are required. For users that access SmartNet via IP connection, you will need to immediately update your connection details to gain access to your correction services.
No other regions, states or areas are effected by these updates. As always, it is recommended that you access SmartNet via domain name to remove the requirement to make these changes. If you have previously used the 'incorrect' state abbreviation (i.e. ca.smartnetna.com in Arizona) you will need to make sure you are utilizing the correct domain name for the state you are working in. For more information, please read the following Knowledge Base article. | 2019-04-19T21:39:21 | https://support.smartnetna.com/hc/en-us/articles/360000606947-New-IP-Connection-Endpoints-for-CA-HI-OR-and-WA |
During this year's Google I/O event last month, Virtual Reality was one of the more prevalent themes for the search giant. Having launched Google Cardboard during I/O 2014, they followed this up with the announcement of tools to make it easier for people to create Virtual Reality content as well as a new, more modern version of the headset. Google clearly things that Virtual Reality is not only the future of entertainment as Sony and Oculus do, but also the future of how Education and perhaps how we work. Google has invested in Magic Leap before, and while you might not know who Magic Leap are, you're about to hear a lot more of them in the future it would seem.
As a small startup that's been quietly creating augmented reality and virtual reality software, Magic Leap describes the company as more of an idea that "that computing should be shaped and forged to work for us: our life, our physiology, our connected relationships. That exploring human creativity is as great an adventure as exploring space." In a nutshell, Magic Leap wants to bring us back into the real world, while also bringing a little magic along with us. Over time, the company created the "Dynamic Digitized Lightfield Signal" also known as a "Digital Lightfield". In the demo below, it seems that Magic Leap wants to create software systems that we interact with in real time, and with our bodies, rather than through a keyboard and a display, as so many of us do.
It emerged last night that the company is getting ready to launch an SDK shortly, with a tweet from the company essentially confirming that an SDK using both the Unity and Unreal Engines is in the works and will be released soon. This is big news for the augmented and virtual reality space, as the demo from Magic Leap from quite some time ago paints a pretty incredible vision of the future for computing, and hopefully, with an SDK they can start to realize these lofty ambitions. | 2019-04-23T18:33:24 | https://www.androidheadlines.com/2015/06/magic-leap-to-offer-sdk.html |
We have had a wonderful couple of weeks in year 1, with our Stay and Make, trip to Spaceport and our Church service today!
This week in phonics we have been learning the ue sound as well as high frequency words in phonic. In English, have been writing a recount of our trip to Spaceport! The children really enjoyed the trip and it is well worth a visit again in the future!
In maths, we focused on measuring and comparing mass. In RE we discussed why the cross is important for Christians and made our own San Salvador crosses, while in topic we made a fact file about Neil Armstrong! | 2019-04-20T05:11:09 | http://breretonprimaryschool.org.uk/blog/year-1-wb-19.3.18/27521 |
My name is Fiona and I’m a smartphone addict! Raise your hand if you are, too. Oh, everyone here’s a smartphone addict?
Look, everyone’s on their phone 24/7. It’s a part of life. The sky’s blue, grass is green, penguins are the cutest animals, and smartphones are surgically attached to our hands. Them’s the facts.
For addicts though, our phones can be helpful with recovery. Not only can we call anyone, anytime, but we can also go online and read twelve-step literature. We can attend online meetings. We can reach out to treatment centers and recovery organizations. We can…use sobriety apps?
What’s a sobriety app? Which sobriety apps are good? Should I have to pay for a sobriety app? Learn the answers to these questions and more! Let’s find out how to get plugged in to sobriety resources on our phones!
Well, it’s pretty self-explanatory. A sobriety app is any app that helps with your sobriety! There are a ton of these. In fact, a quick Google search turns up pages upon pages upon pages of sobriety apps!
There are twelve-step based apps. These sobriety apps show you how many years, months, weeks, days, and minutes since your last drink or drug. They have the Big Book and Basic Text available to read. They have local meeting and intergroup locations, numbers, and addresses.
There are religious based apps. These have scripture and verses pertaining to addiction and recovery. They have church, synagogue, and mosque directories.
There are self-help sobriety apps. These have tips and tricks to help in recovery. They have links and contact information for non-twelve-step based groups and organizations.
There are about one million more sobriety apps! With so many different choices, how can we make sense of them all? Which apps are good and which apps aren’t? Let’s find out.
This app has a running sobriety calculator, the Big Book, AA intergroup directories, and meeting times. It also allows you to highlight and save passage of the Big Book for easy access.
This is my favorite sobriety app, hands down. I’ll admit, I’m a little biased though, ‘cause I downloaded it when it was free! Today, it costs between $1.99 and $2.99, depending on your phone.
For those who don’t want to pay, there’s this app. AA Big Book and More has the Big Book, a sobriety calculator, and delivers daily motivational message.
This neat app makes sure you’re always able to reach your sponsor. You can call and email your sponsor through the app. You can journal. You can keep AA meeting info (location, time, etc.). You can even keep track of your therapists/councilors. Oh, and Sponsor Support’s free. That’s a pretty sweet deal!
This is an NA sobriety app, which has a sobriety calculator. It also offers A TON of slogans and motivational messages with cute graphics. Friends of Jimmy isn’t yet ready for download, though the site claims it’ll be coming out any day now.
This app offers the Big Book. It also has a sobriety calculator, but unlike other apps, let’s you compare your sober-time to friends. Think of it as a reminder to do the next right thing! One Day at a Time costs $1.99.
This app keeps you motivated. It’s easy for us addicts to start something, but finishing it? Well, that’s a bit harder. Enter your goal and when you complete it, Lift throws you a smartphone party! Lift is free.
This app offers at-home (or on the go!) meditations. It allows you to pick the length of meditation and offers soothing, guided instruction. It also lets you share your personal meditations through social media. Mindfulness Meditation offers a free lite version.
This app is like a recovery calendar. It reminds you of meetings, appointments, and personal goals. It also has an out-of-town AA meeting directory. iPromises Recovery Companion is free, so get it while it’s hot!
This app has the bible. It offers recovery related passages and lets you highlight and save favorite verses. You can even share them with your friends and family through social media. Biblical Encouragement – Alcohol Addiction is .99 cents. | 2019-04-20T02:42:06 | http://sobrietyforwomen.com/sobriety-apps/ |
The Apostle Paul had a fond affection for churches and that was certainly true concerning the church in Thessalonica. Both he and Silas preached there but had to leave because of persecution from the Jews and, as a result, they could not return. In fact, Paul wrote that the believers themselves had received the word in much affliction. In the opening chapter of his first letter to them, he described the kind of church he left behind in that wicked city. As you examine the characteristics of this church, it ought to motivate you to examine your own lives and ask yourselves, "Am I helping FBCMWC be model church?" | 2019-04-24T13:50:37 | http://www.fbcmwc.org/sermon-archive/fbcmwc-be-a-model-church/ |
Equestrian sports are a big part of the sporting scene in the Isle of Man.
Consequently, there are plenty of opportunities on offer for visitors wishing to get in the saddle.
Horse riding offers access to some fantastic off-road trails delving deep into the beautiful Manx hills from where you can experience breathtaking views over land and sea from areas inaccessible by car.
The various trekking centres in the Island offer a wide selection of well schooled horses and ponies and cater for all types of riders, from beginners to the more experienced. All treks are supervised by experienced guides and full instructions given.
Click here to find contact details of a number of Manx businesses ready and willing to find the right ride for you.
"We would like to say how much we enjoyed our stay. The cottage was a delight, clean well appointed an ideal base for exploring the island." | 2019-04-23T14:55:35 | https://groudlecottages.com/things-to-do/horse-riding/ |
Brand new from Liewood - the perfect summer sandals for your little ones! These pretty shoes are super flexible and light to wear making it a comfortable favourite throughout summer.
Available in 3 gorgeous Liewood colours - Rose, Blue Wave and Mustard.
Materials:100% BPA-free PVC. Metallic (nickel free) adjustable buckle. | 2019-04-21T08:35:25 | https://www.themodernnursery.com/products/liewood-sindy-sandals-blue-wave |
From the streets of the Bronx to the top of the Billboard charts. French Montana makes his debut on the Billboard 200 this week at No. 4.
The Bad Boy rapper’s album Excuse My French sold 56,000 copies in its first week, according to Nielsen SoundScan. He also lands atop the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums and Rap Albums charts.
The album, which was executive produced by Diddy and Rick Ross, spawned the hit singles “Pop That” and “Freaks,” and boasts appearances from The Weeknd, Drake, Nicki Minaj, and Lil Wayne.
The No. 1 spot goes to Daft Punk, whose album Random Access Memories sold 339,000 copies, marking the second-largest sales week of the year following Justin Timberlake’s The 20/20 Experience.
Elsewhere, the Jay-Z-produced soundtrack to The Great Gatsby falls 4-5 with 54,000. | 2019-04-20T15:26:02 | https://www.rap-up.com/2013/05/29/french-montana-makes-top-5-chart-debut/ |
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This oversized two bedroom unit is perfect for professional couple 2 singles or a young family. It boasts ample natural light throughout, enormous lounge and dining L shaped, balcony off all rooms, two good sized bedrooms with mirrored built in wardrobes to main, two bathrooms including ensuite, main has a bath and shower, updated kitchen with gas and stainless steel appliances and a security car space in the building.
Walkscore (According to www.walkscore.com): 74/100 Walkers Paradise.
The unit is situated in a secured building with swipe access and is located on the first floor. South west faced with carpets throughout, ample natural light, good sized balcony, internal laundry with dryer and an undercover car space.
Perfectly situated in the middle of Maroubra junction with the main shopping centre at your door step as well as only a 5 minute drive to Maroubra Beach. there is a bus stop right out the front of the building which can take you directly into the city. close to local shops, cafes, schools and parks. | 2019-04-19T06:27:40 | https://rwbj.com.au/residential-for-lease/0000405446.html |
If you want to get the most for your vehicle the same day then you need to call Auto Buyers Group and demand you get the free quote. You can check elsewhere but ABG consistently offers the best deals on used vehicles of any condition. Test out our easy online quote form to see what we can get for your car today.
The decision is then up to you. We are not a sales force. We simply usher your requests to sell your vehicle in a short time with ease. There is no waiting on your part at the DMV for the title transfer paperwork; we complete everything in house on the same day. We can even take over the payments of your vehicle if you still owe anything on it. Use our free quote system to see how much you can get.
We can come to your location in RIdgewood, or the rest of Bergen County or New Jersey. Our offers beat any dealership trade-in without any pushy sales people. No need to drive anywhere or wait in lines; we come to you and take care of the rest. Auto Buyers Group, NJ is the easiest way to sell your used vehicle the same day! | 2019-04-21T05:07:23 | https://autobuyersgroup.com/new-jersey/bergen-county/ridgewood/ |
Photograph of a New England artisan in her workspace on a sunny day for a blog and magazine article profiling her woman-led business. Shot on location in natural light. Business Portrait Photographer in Boston. | 2019-04-19T00:42:26 | https://cynthiaaugust.com/PORTRAIT/18 |
It’s not easy to choose a new home. Even if you have a general area of the country picked out, like New England for example, you still have a wide range of choices in cities both large and small. Ultimately, you have to decide what type of city is right for you. If a large town where you can experience history but also keep up with the latest trends sounds ideal to you, then you should probably choose Boston as your new place of residence.
Boston is often thought of as a historical city, and that isn’t inaccurate. After all, many of the most famous events of America’s Revolutionary War occurred in this very city, and there’s plenty to learn about the past here. The Freedom Trail will lead visitors and locals alike through some of the highlights, but it hardly hits every historical point in the city that has been around since before America was even a nation. History buffs will find plenty to love in Boston.
However, just because it has plenty of history doesn’t mean Boston is stuck in the past. Boston is actually the youngest big city in terms of population. This is due to the many colleges in the area and the vast population of college students. Along with that comes the businesses that cater to the interests and needs of the younger set, meaning that Boston is full of technological innovation and fashionable trends. Far from being at odds with the history of the town, the modern aspects, easily accessible from many of the apartments in the city, give a real sense of the time that has passed. Boston may be historical, but it’s still definitely a living city.
Boston is also a very healthy city for its residents and visitors alike. Visitors can enjoy the local cuisine and know that it’s produced and made locally. Fresh foods are simply better for you, and Boston, while large, is still small enough to be surrounded by plenty of farmland. Of course, the ocean is a source for many of the ingredients as well!
However, as with any city, there’s a lot to be gained from Boston that only the residents get to take advantage of. On a basic level, tourists are not going to get nearly as many health benefits from the parks as residents who can visit them regularly will. However, there’s a much bigger factor in play for the health of Boston residents, and that’s the availability of health insurance. Only four percent of the population of the entire state of Massachusetts is without health insurance. State laws have made it easy to access. Not only does it help when you as an individual can get health insurance, but the fact that others around you can get care makes it less likely that you’ll get sick from the spread of germs. | 2019-04-21T18:39:50 | https://blog.lincolnapts.com/boston-boasts-a-bevy-of-benefits/ |
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ARUAL Cream incorporates natural fatty derivatives in its formula that contribute to the maintenance of skin balance, restoring its protective properties.
Resehip (Rosa Mosqueta) oil has become a very valuable new ingredient in modern natural cosmetic skin care products for its benefits on the skin regeneration. | 2019-04-21T18:39:42 | https://www.productospeluquerialowcost.com/en/47-hand-cream |
The Troy-Bilt TB200 self-propelled mower features a 140cc Briggs and Stratton 550ex series OHV engine and single speed front wheel drive transmission. Equipped with the TriAction cutting system, this system includes a rake bumper to lift grass upright, a specially designed blade for a finer mulch and a symmetrical deck for superior grass flow, eliminating clumping. A rake bumper to lift grass upright, a specially designed blade for a finer mulch and a symmetrical deck for superior grass flow, eliminating clumping. The TB200 self propelled lawn mower comes with a choice of mulching or rear bag for disposing of grass clippings. Dual lever height adjusters for easy changes in cutting height, plus a deck wash adaptor to help clean the underside of the deck, helps you care for both your yard and your mower more easily. Your work in the yard inspires us to design, test and build the most reliable mowers we possibly can. Visit our How We're Built videos and see what it takes to be built for life. | 2019-04-25T00:48:12 | https://www.dhlawnequipment.com/new-models/2019-troy-bilt-tb200-21-in-walk-behind-mower-12a-a1bp723-27068739b |
Apologies for the error from our side. The EPG team have ensured that this will not be the case in the future.
Even after providing photographic evidence, no feedback on why my season is being recording in 2 parts.
Still don't know why this is required, but herewith.
@MadCat - if it is possible, could you please take a picture of the recordings stacked for our technical team.
Please advise why you need a photo? To prove what I have already told you - do you not believe me when I tell you that I had to set a new series recording from ep 5?
So for some bizarre reason, I needed to set a new series recording for Real Housewives of Melbourne last night. Ep 1-4 are stack recorded, ep 5 (and I assume future episodes) are now being recorded separately.
Hi @MadCat - can you check if it stacks Ep 5 on a separate folder from where Ep 1-4 is recorded.
Given that ep 5 recorded separately and I needed to set a new series recording, I assum this will be the case.
But, not really the point: why is ep 1-4 a separate "season" from ep 5? | 2019-04-19T17:03:42 | https://community.dstv.com/t5/EPG/Real-Housewives-of-Melbourne/m-p/8364 |
This project is for white label hotel website using [url removed, login to view] affiliate.
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Welcome to Dyfed's online dating site for singles in Newchapel, we're here to help you make new friends and start relationships with local people around Newchapel, Dyfed. If you're serious about wanting to meet someone in Newchapel and are looking forward to getting yourself out on some fun dates then you have found the right dating website. We're not just a Newchapel dating site, we're focused on making new relationships that last. Something that takes effort and commitment on both sides, a serious dating site for Newchapel singles who are ready to date. | 2019-04-18T11:11:47 | https://www.datedyfedsingles.co.uk/geo/newchapel |
perth wa; 2.5ltr turbo diesel automatic six seater crew van. ex government vehicle with full service history, spare key, cruise control, blue tooth, solid cargo barrier, twin side doors and rear barn doors. very lightly used from new and has just been serviced. | 2019-04-21T12:50:58 | https://purelycommercials.com.au/pre-owned-vehicles/40467-hyundai-iload-2016-for-sale-perth |
Featuring 70+ exhibitors, with material ranging from contemporary to historic. The show will include paintings, sculpture, and fine art of all kinds, furniture, books, fashion, jewelry, textiles, and tribal, folk, American Indian, African, and Asian art – objects of art from around the world.
Click here to see press features and reviews of our previous years' success! | 2019-04-20T22:09:34 | http://objectsofartsantafe.com/ |
How can a peanut not be a nut? Well the clue is in the other part to its name,“pea”. Think of the way peas and edamame beans grow in a pod with a seam on their side. That is part of the definition of what makes a legume a legume (and not a nut). Also when you consider that peanuts grow underground rather than on trees as real nuts do, then you can start to see that it is not just a case of semantics. But, more importantly, let’s look at why these legumes might be of benefit to us in our diets.
You may know already that peanuts pack a powerful protein punch – at 25g per 100g they contain more protein than any “true” nut. But did you know that their antioxidant properties rival many fruits?
How about some spicy satay?
So there are no excuses! You can even have them in peanut candies, although the sugar and artificial ingredients may cause you more health concerns than health benefits.
The main concern is allergic reactions. If you know you are free of any peanut allergies be sure to check with guests before feeding them peanuts or food cooked with peanut oil. Peanut allergies untreated can even be fatal for some people.
Whilst there could be concerns about the overeating of peanuts providing too much fat (they contain nearly twice as much fat as protein) they contain no trans-fats and contain many other nutrients as well. For maximum health avoid salted peanuts. And if you are a vegan then beware that the honeyed variety may contain gelatin. Dry roasted, however, have no such problem.
Peanuts are versatile, filling and full of protein and other nutrients. If you are sensible about the amounts you eat then their fat content should mitigated. And for a protein boost to a vegetarian dish, or for added texture they can be sprinkled at your eating pleasure! | 2019-04-20T04:46:49 | https://www.best-home-remedies.com/vegetarian/is-a-peanut-a-legume.htm |
There is a difference between a divorce mill sending you fill in the blank forms or running your information through prepackaged software and having your pleadings drafted and checked by an experienced matrimonial attorney.
Even an uncontested ending of a marriage is difficult enough without incurring the unnecessary cost and confusion caused by other online “do it yourself” divorce packages or divorce mills.
I provide a better (easier to use, error-free) service than the ones advertised by the “divorce mill” companies or “do it yourself” kits and I do it at a far lower cost.
I decided to sell uncontested divorce packages after speaking to distressed people who had wasted hundreds of dollars purchasing a kit over the Internet or gone to divorce mills, again spending hundreds of dollars and ending up confused, frustrated and, in several cases, financially injured by the product they received (one former client lost over $40,000 in a subsequent divorce as a direct result of a Divorce Mill botching his first divorce). Nearly everyone I have spoken to who used an online service or divorce mill had extremely poor experiences and all of them significantly overpaid.
In some cases, complaints were either dismissed or inordinately delayed because they had not been provided with the correct forms, the company had not sent all the required information and/or were not up to date on the latest rules, fee schedules, and technicalities for filing for divorce in New Jersey. In others, the information they received was just plain wrong and resulted in the divorce becoming unnecessarily unpleasant. Even aside from the fatal errors caused by the companies’ general ignorance of recent rule amendments requiring new information to be submitted with a complaint and the recent increase in filing fees, some of the forms and information provided by these companies were terrible. Even the ones that that weren’t so bad as to be rejected were not good, and almost all of the ones I’ve seen would have been subject to challenge in the future.
The packages I sell work and will result in you obtaining a rapid and inexpensive divorce.
Many of the online companies do a great job at researching and explaining the laws and technicalities of obtaining a rapid, uncontested divorce in New Jersey. I encourage anyone involved in the process to take the time and surf the internet to educate themselves on the law. However, the majority of how the “real world” of the Court works can’t be found in books nor online. By way of two important examples, the recent changes toward permitting “extreme cruelty lite” allegations are not reflected in any published law. They have evolved from discussions and bench-bar meetings, which, to say the least, are not transcribed online. The old, formerly standard “inflammatory language” is no longer necessary. If you have adult children (who are not disabled nor full time students), you can avoid paying the additional filing fee and having to attend the parenting seminar if your complaint is worded correctly. If you earn less than 150% of the poverty line guidelines, the filing fee itself can be waived by the Court. Not a single kit, package, nor divorce mill appears aware of these facts (which end up costing you unnecessary fees and potentially wasting your time and inflaming your spouse). In sum, there is simply no substitute for the knowledge and experience gained as an attorney who practices exclusively matrimonial law.
Each set of pleadings is drafted and checked by an experienced matrimonial attorney. They are not the photocopied “fill in the blank” forms that many online services sell and which will not work. They are not popped out of prepackaged software. They are the same hand-drafted pleadings that would be filed if your case were contested, except without the $2,500-$5,000 retainer.
Some of the “online kits” available cost less than the $149.00 I charge. Usually, you are paying $25.00 – $40.00 for a 10 page “fill in the blank” set of forms photocopied somewhere in the Midwest with language that is not standard for New Jersey and with documents that may be rejected or cause unnecessary delays. To get anything close to the package I provide, you will have to pay $249-$400 for a company to run your information through pre-packaged software – often resulting in incorrect pleadings and non-standard language for triple the price I charge. Each set of pleadings I provide is hand drafted and sent out within 2 business days.
More disturbing are the online kits alleging that you will be provided with the “forms necessary to apply for a domestic violence Order.” No forms are necessary.
The differences in purchasing one of my packages are in price and quality. The package I will prepare for you is identical to one I would file if your case was contested and will sail through the Court. It, and the directions you will receive, are superior to the ones offered by the online services. You will be provided with a plain English explanation of the steps involved, even including a sample transcript of a final hearing. No surprises.
I am a licensed matrimonial attorney admitted to practice in New Jersey. My practice consists of Family Law and Family Law appeals (and two civil rights cases). Although I cannot give advice on a complicated issue where I would have to understand all the facts of your case, I am willing to answer any procedural or legal questions, and to give basic legal advice via email at no additional charge.
Finally, if you are not comfortable with the idea of filing your own paperwork and dealing with the Court, please email me regarding a flat flee uncontested divorce for $500-$750 plus filing fee (please note that the filing fee can be waived if you earn less than 150% of the current poverty guidelines). | 2019-04-20T10:11:13 | https://www.njdivorcekit.com/compare-the-difference/ |
It has long been a goal of many scientist to be able to collect high quality data with adequate data intime,space,stability and accuracy in plakton distribution from the surface down to the deep ocean using the same vessel.In the past the data collected from a wide range of species of varying size (from fish to zooplankton) was achieved through time-consuming and disconnected methods and instruments. The main advantage of using the must is the combination of the quantity and the variability of acoustic sounders installed.
CTD, Laser Optical Plankton Counter (LOPC), Optical Plankton Counter (OPC), 2π Light sensor, 4π Light sensor, Chlorophyll Fluorormeter, Turbidity meter, Digital Flow meter, Pitch, roll and compass sensor for MUST, Pitch and roll sensor for transducer platform.
Depressor suitable for towing depth down to 1000 meters. Vertical rudders are controlling depth and position below the towing ship. The operator onboard the towing vessel can communicate and operate all instruments in MUST via local network on fiber cable. The sounder transducers are installed inside the unit, behind an acoustic window, keeping the transducer faces away from the waterflow around the towing body. The MUST have seven echo sounders: 38, 70, 120 and 200 kHz split beam, and 333, 680 and 1200 kHz single beam All transducers are installed on a stabilized platform. Two motors are using signal from pitch and roll sensors to keep the transducer platform in a horizontal level within ± 0,5°. Two motors are independently controlling the rudders for a set depth or for an ambulating movement of the body within selected depths. | 2019-04-26T08:00:49 | http://www.metas.no/must/ |
Khorramshahr's electricity grid, which was closed late afternoon (Sunday) due to collision of a dump truck with a 132 kV jet-abad-Khorramshahr line, has returned to normal and is now quite normal.
Despite the fact that the flood of March was damaging more than 560 billion tomans to the urban and rural water and wastewater systems of Lorestan, but with the daily efforts of the operational units of the Ministry of Energy, the water of all the villages and towns of Lorestan is now connected to water and there are no problems in supplying There is no water in these areas.
Managing director of Tehran's Abfa province said at the press conference that during the decade of Fajr, the operation of 10 wastewater treatment plants starts at 2000 billion dollars.
The sewage treatment plant in the eastern part of Ahwaz was used by Dr. Jahangiri, the first vice president of the president.
Managing director of Tehran province water and sewage company said: During the ceremony of Arbaeen Hosseini (AS), the forces of the company served the pilgrims of the Aztets of Hades for 12 days.
Qa'm-mkhamam, director of the Tehran Water and Sewage Company, said that water consumption in Iran is 220 liters, while in the rainy countries this figure is lower and this number should be halved.
The director of the supervision of the transmission lines of the Tehran sewage company announced the completion of the sludge transfer line at the Ghods Town Complex for the next two months, saying: "A large part of the pipeline operation of this 5400-meter pipeline has been completed, and now the operation is on the Jalal Al Ahmed is in the hope that he will be completed soon.
The water footprint and the presentation of the National Water Party's Water Education Project with the participation of provincial and national officials in Tabriz was held.
Attended by the Governor of East Azerbaijan, Advisor to the Vice President for Women and Family Affairs, Adviser to the Minister of Energy for Women and Family Affairs, Advisor to the Managing Director of the Water and Waste Water Engineering Company of the Ministry of Women and Family Affairs, Director General of Public Relations and Public Communication of the Water Engineering Company The sewage of the country, the Water Footprint Concert and the presentation of the Water Lady's National Water Education Project in Tabriz Petrochemical Complex.
Deputy Director of Human Resources and Support of Water and Wastewater Engineering Company of Iran together with the Director General of Office of Management Development and Administrative Development of Abfa Engineering Company of Iran, with a visit to South Khorasan, at a meeting with the presence of the CEO, vice-chairs and a group of managers of the province's Abfa Co. to examine how Service and human resources issues were held. | 2019-04-23T08:20:20 | http://vogiran.com/Info/news.aspx?lang=en-US |
I completely disagree, IF the dismissal was purely due to the allegation.
remember back in the day when I was the ONLY poster who stood up for John Sabo??? and I was right?
Parker even said the dismissal was not just for that allegation.
JD and Brassbonanza are right. The different here is <b>team.</b> He abandoned his <b>team</b> mid-way through the season. An actor/musician leaving BU mid-season ain't on a team.
What a freakin' lump of coal the BU hockey team has put in all of our stockings.
I'm sorry but this is apples and oranges. Frankly, I don't even understand the comparison. You're specifically talking about individuals...no teams involved. Coyle was part of a team. There's a reason this almost never happens in college hockey. It's poor form leaving midseason when you're depended upon as a top six forward.
That being said, the more I think about it the more I agree with your point as well. A player on the top line, on a team that only has twenty or so players? That's not no big deal. And, in the music example, if one person in your group left mid-year, you'd definitely be screwed.
. . . Also, the scenario Dave laid out would imply that Coyle left for a supposedly better opportunity. Now I'm no expert on the Canadian leagues, but by all accounts, he left to go to an equal at best league, making it more or less a lateral move. Additionally, it was reported that Minnesota told him he could go AHL or Q right now, and he chose the lower level option.
Now that is a letdown.
Wow..! (was out of town a few days, did not catch USCHO).. this is ridiculous!
Least he could have done was wait a few months to finish the year.. just 12-16 weeks more Charlie & do this in the offseason..
Oh well, not knowing his personal circumstances... heck still, you do not leave your team mid-season like this... very classless.
Bottom line, he is quite a good player, but i have serious doubts about that head on his shoulders & overall judgement..
apparently you only read the court of public opinion rags, like the Herald and what was posted on here.
see, this is the problem with posting and publishing when a person is arrested... the little minds have already tried the accused and will remember "the conviction"
Please understand that intelligent posting is a foreign concept for J.D. You are posting way beyond his capabilities.
I never even thought about it this way but you are right... even if you hated your coach, your classes and the university, its only 12 more weeks of comitment to your teammates... and its not like the team was stinking out the joint recently. There must have been some level of satisfaction racking up some good wins over the past couple of months.... of course I'm sure we will never know the true situation on the academic side of things.
All this and you never answered a simple question.
Hahaha, coming from the dumbest BU fan I've ever encountered on here...not sure what to make of this. The next time you make an intelligent post will be your first.
As to what you will disagree with, I believe the problems this team has and have had in general start at the top with very poor leadership. Many say Jack is a disciplinarian and rationalize that quality that they see (which is just what he chooses to allow fans to see) as the way he is with the players on a day to day basis. I don't know the facts of specifically why Coyle is leaving but my opinion is that this life long Terrier fan didn't value the opportunity to be a BU Hockey player enough to do what he is capable of to stay on the team. If he determined that his BU experience in reality was far from what he expected that may account for much of his not doing what he needed to to remain on the team becuase he'd prefer to live in a very different environment rather then continue in the BU hockey world he's been in.
No, I've been thinking that for a while too, actually. Whether or not we think Parker is good at bringing in and developing talent, or coaching them on the ice, I can't help but get the feeling players come for Agganis, the recognition and exposure, and college experience, and put up with Parker. They might respect him most of the time, but he's less of an attractive reason to commit here anymore. Again, just my perception. For Coyle, he had the added incentive of growing up liking BU, but maybe it wasn't all he'd hoped for, though he of course won't say it.
What the heck is golf?
Oh no not again! I can't remember a week like this.
From now on you shall be known as the recycler.
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Coming from developers Cosmic Picnic is Adios Amigos, a new local co-op adventure game, promising “serious astrophysics in a comic setting”. This sounded intriguing, so pausing only long enough to grab my son, we blasted off into the universe to see what awaited us.
In an interesting move by Cosmic Picnic, there is no combat to be found in this game, making it suitable for children in particular. When you do come across inhabitants of the planets you are surveying, they can be scanned to add to your database and by extension give you a little bit more fuel. The no combat rule doesn’t mean that you can’t come a cropper, though; falling into a pit of spikes and not living to tell the tale, and jumping from the top of a mountain with typical abandon, only to find ourselves floating off into space and having to overcome the weak planetary gravity were commonplace. If you do die on a planet though, your teammates can carry you back to the ship, where you can regenerate, as long as you have the fuel. If you haven’t the resources, I’m afraid you’ll be staying dead!
The controls found in Adios Amigos are fairly simple on paper, but surprisingly tricky to master. When in the ship, the right trigger fires the boosters. This will fly you whichever way the right stick is pointed, so making sure that you try to land the right way up for instance is critical. It soon becomes second nature, spinning the ship around and giving the boosters a quick blast in order to slow your descent, and after a bit of practice you’ll be swooping about planets, using just enough thrust and fuel to keep the ship in the air. The ship also has a grappling hook that can be attached to large rocks so they can be moved out of the way, allowing access to resources hiding under them. If you don’t want to fly around the place (and the risk of damage to the ship is very real) then it’s possible to get out and wander around, using your jet pack to reach new areas.
Each astronaut has a different coloured helmet, so it’s easy to see at a glance who is who. If you decide to split up, the screen will split automatically as you become separated, and this works very well. Strangely, when you rendezvous again, the screen doesn’t automatically go back into one, and you are left to follow a button prompt to join the screens again. That’s not a game breaker, but it is somewhat strange. When you are together though, the astronauts can work as a team to move rocks and other items on the planets, hunting for fuel and taking them back to the ship.
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Adios Amigos is an interesting game. The blend of cartoon action and physics is good fun, and the fact that it is different each time you play makes it more appealing. It’s not the lengthiest game in the world, but the action that is here, especially running across local co-op and being suitable for kids, makes it worth a whirl. | 2019-04-22T19:09:33 | http://www.thexboxhub.com/adios-amigos-review/ |
The Eco Schools programme is an international initiative that encourages pupils to engage with environmental and sustainable development issues.
The programme is a learning resource and topic areas include: Litter, Waste Minimisation, Transport, Healthy Living, Energy, Water, School Grounds and Global Citizenship.
Pupils take key roles in decision making and participation in order to reduce the environmental impact of their school. In this way, Eco-Schools extend learning beyond the classroom and develop responsible citizenship attitudes both at home and in the wider community.
The Eco Schools International Green Flag, awarded to schools with high achievement in their programme, is a recognised and respected eco-label for performance in Education for Sustainable Development. The Eco-Schools programme is a long-term activity, with the award being re-assessed and renewed every two years.
The Eco-Schools Programme is funded by the Welsh Assembly Government, the Countryside Council for Wales and Waste Awareness Wales.
At Stanwell we aim to excel at promoting environmental awareness both within the school and the wider community. We encourage respect for the environment throughout all aspects of school life.
At Stanwell School we have called the eco committee Eco Stanwell in relation to our environmental aim and code of practise. Eco Stanwell has many ages from the Year 7 to sixth form, all of whom are committed to protecting and preserving the local and national environments.
We received our first Green flag in 2005 after months of work by Pupils and Teachers on recycling initiatives within curriculum schemes of work and extracurricular activities, becoming the first secondary school in the Vale of Glamorgan to do so. At Stanwell we are currently working towards our third ‘Green Flag Award’.
Eco Stanwell continues to implement the 3 R’s, “Reduce, Reuse and Recycle” within the school and is now working with the ESDGC groups and the Healthy Schools team to reach our goals in other areas such as supporting the Fair Trade scheme, improving our school grounds, developing global links and encouraging healthy living.
We’ve been involved with many projects, here are the most notable.
The Eco Stanwell Committee wish to update pupils and parents on the progress of the new conservation area planned for an unused area within the school premises. Plans are still in the draft stages but good progress has been made and a final design will hopefully be reached by the end of November 2012. A draft copy has been included below although pupils from the committee have asked for a covered area to be included on the plans.
A draft plan of the new conservation area of the school.
In addition the pupils on the Eco-Stanwell committee applied for some funding to help with the construction of this project through an initiative run by Keep WalesTidy. As the article below shows the pupils were successful in the bid to receive funding for the wildlife project the pupils are keen to introduce to the school.
Congratulations! I am delighted to inform you that your ‘Have a Wild Weekend for Wales’ application was successful.
We received over 280 applications, all of which we have not been able to support, but the Committee has considered your application and I am pleased to inform you that you have been awarded Homebase gift cards for the value of £100.
Finally if any parents/guardians feel they would like to offer advice or support for this project please contact Mrs. J Laity (Eco Schools Coordinator and Geography teacher).
Photo of Year 7 building bird, bat and bug boxes on Cosmeston Sustainability Day 2012.
On Thursday 29th June 2012 Eco-Stanwell Committee members attended an eco meeting with like minded pupils at Fairfield Primary School. During the meeting pupils discussed some of the projects they had been involved in and shared ideas and plans for the future. The group then worked together trying to improve an outside area of the primary school. This involved moving outside furniture to a well established conservation area and the preparation of flower beds with pupils weeding, hoeing and adding top soil so that many new plants could thrive.
All pupils worked hard and showed excellent team work. As a result both committees have planned to meet up on a more regular basis in the future.
Photos of Fairfield and Stanwell pupils working together in several outside areas of Fairfield Primary School. | 2019-04-25T00:35:29 | http://www.stanwell.org/school/eco-schools/ |
We wanted to let you know that Home Energy Top Up is closing. As you’re a HETU customer, you won’t be able to top up online anymore.
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Sister Sparrow & The Dirty Birds - Fan Question: Are you going to do any shows in Connecticut. There's a place called the Fairfield Theater Company in Fairfield Ct that would be a great venue.
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we'll definitely be swinging through there sometime soon... keep an eye out & we'll keep ya posted. we'll definitely check out that theater -- thanks for the tip! | 2019-04-20T10:40:20 | https://sistersparrow.fanbridge.com/questions/q/420101/are-you-going-to-do-any-shows-in-connecticut-theres-a-place-called-the-fairfield-theater-company-in-fairfield-ct-that-would-be-a-great-venue |
Britney Spears performed for the first time at the MTV Video Music Awards since 2007 last night. She performed “Make Me. . . ” from her new album along with G-Eazy.
Watch the Britney Spears performance from the 2016 MTV Video Music Awards at MTV.com or below.
Calvin Harris, Fifth Harmony and Drake were among the other winners at the 2016 MTV Video Music Awards.
Buzzfeed has the 18 best moments of the 2016 VMAs in gif form.
Watch Beyonce performance from the 2016 MTV Video Music Awards at MTV.com Below, watch Jimmy Fallon, dressed as Ryan Lochte, presented Beyoncé with the Video of the Year award.
It seemed like Saint Louis FC had a pretty solid shot at the USL playoffs early in the 2016 season. After Saturday night’s 2-0 loss to San Antonio FC, making the playoffs seems all but off the table. A sell-out crowd of 5,262 fans were on hand at World Wide Technology Soccer Park.
The loss dropped STLFC to 10-7-8 on the season and 29 points on the season. They set in 12th place in the USL West with five games to go. SAFC currently holds the final playoff spot in the conference with 34 points.
STLFC has a midweek game this week on Wednesday at home against Oklahoma City Energy FC. They will be without Irvin Hererra and Ryan Thompson, who will both be on international duty.
The Saint Louis University Billikens women’s soccer team moved to 3-0 on the season with a 1-0 win over Illinois last night. Shaney Sakamoto converted a penalty kick in the 4th minute of the game for the night’s only goal.
SLU’s 3-0 start is the program’s best since 2008. The team plays again on Friday in Nebraska against Valparaiso.
The moment was chronicled on Rhett’s Instagram page. Watch the video below.
Don’t Breathe won the weekend box office crown with an estimated opening of $26.1 million. Mechanic: Resurrection earned an estimated $7.5 million in its debut.
Be sure to check back to RealLifeSTL on Thursday for the Weekend Movie Guide. I’ll be taking a look at the major films opening this weekend; Sully, Before I Wake and Shut In. I’ll also give you the low-down on Hands of Stone, which opens in wide release this Wednesday.
A woman was arrested for driving under the influence over the weekend in California. She may face charges for starting a wildfire that burned 450 acres as well. The right rear tire of her Kia Rio had blown and she was driving on the wheel’s rim. Police were called with reports of the woman driving down the road while her car was emitting sparks. The sparks eventually engulfed the car and also sparked the wildfire. The female driver was arrested.
Last Week Tonight didn’t have a new episode this weekend, but host John Oliver did put out a web-exclusive video. In the segment, Oliver pitches a superhero movie titled Johnny Strong.
Last Week Tonight returns with new episodes on September 25.
Anthony Weiner is involved in another lewd photo scandal because of course Anthony Weiner is involved in another lewd photo scandal. It was announced today that Weiner’s wife, Huma Abedin, and Weiner are separating.
Abedin is a top aide to Hillary Clinton so, there is probably a good joke somewhere in here about destroying things like lewd pictures.
Mylan, the drug company currently in the news for being awful, is set to unveil an “authorized generic” version of their EpiPen, as announced today.
The official EpiPen costs $608.81, much more than the $100 it cost in 2007. The new “authorized generic” EpiPen will cost $300. It will be the same as the “branded” version other than having slightly different packaging.
Aside from raising the costs of life-saving medicine, Mylan also makes use of the “inversion” tax technique to dodges taxes. Apple uses the same technique to avoid paying the United States government what they should in taxes.
St. Louis-based Meridian Medical Technologies produces the EpiPen for Mylan. It will also produce the generic version. | 2019-04-21T12:30:34 | http://reallifestl.com/2016/08/britney-beyonce-2015-mtv-vma/ |
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Alongside the frozen Muonio River demarcating the border between Finnish and Swedish Lapland sits the Pietikainen family’s Harriniva Wilderness Lodge. Many moons and auroras ago, when co-owner Pietikainen Pere was a young man, Harriniva was nothing more than a pit stop for travellers on their way to Nordkapp. Over the years its morphed into a Wilderness Lodge, a riverside colony of 28 cabins , and a home for 400 Siberian Huskies in what has become Lapland's largest husky breeding kennels. The lodge’s rooms are all clad in light pine & locally quarried granite, simply furnished with handicraft fabrics and fitted with a private WC/Shower. 46 of them are configured for 3 or 4 guests (with 3 beds or twin beds plus bunk beds respectively), 6 are larger ones with a sitting area and private sauna, and 12 are apartment style with a kitchenette & children’s sleeping gallery. In the internal public areas there is a sitting area, a bar serving soft drinks, snacks and coffee/tea 24/7, a licensed bar often with 'informal' local entertainment, and 3 restaurant areas collectively termed Kuukkeli, whilst outside there is a traditional Kota restaurant. And everywhere, anywhen and all the time, there is someone, generally a Pietikainen or a BFF, to look after you just as Pietikainen Pere did way back when.
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After breakfast it's time to pack up your overnight needs in your backpack, meet your wilderness guide who will brief you on the days ahead and give you safety & driving tuition. Harriniva's Ski-Doos with their minimum 600cc engines and low centre of gravity are easy and safe to drive, controlled for acceleration and braking from the handle bar and have a 'kill switch' to shut down the engine in emergencies. You'll cover some 100km today, along soft snow trails, over frozen ice lakes and mogul littered tundra:a magical way of enjoying the Pallas-Yllas landscapes. By late afternoon you'll arrive at Palojarvi, check in to your cabin and take a sauna before supper.
Today you'll cover around 80 km scooting across landscapes starkly different to those of the day before; as you climb above the treeline close to the Norwegian border the vista that opens up is one of vast, treeless rolling fjells. En-route you'll stop for an arctic al fresco lunch around an open fire and back at your cabin take a sauna and have supper in the Goldotieva restaurant.
After breakfast snowmobile back to Muonio following 100 km of trails down through forested landscapes for a valedictory supper highlighted with Lappish specialities.
breakfast in the Lodge restaurant before transferring to Kittila airport for your return flight(s) to the UK via Helsinki.
There's a plethora of safaris & experiences available at Harriniva from husky mushing to reindeer sledding, ice karting to snow shoeing & skiing to snow fun and we'll happily bespoke your trip to add anything you fancy.
*Guide Prices are based on our mid-level contract air fares which are real time variable unlike our ground costs. We don't do fancy lead in prices and always use the lowest air fare available at the time you confirm your booking. This may mean your holiday being slightly less or more in which case a proportionate reduction/supplement will apply. Carpe Diem = the earlier you book the better, especially for public & school holidays. | 2019-04-19T00:45:11 | https://www.scanadventures.co.uk/holidays-in-our-finnish-portfolio/harriniva-snowmobile-safari |
Tyrannosaurus is the largest member of Tyrannosauroids. The powerful jaw could crash the bones of the prey. Feathers have not been found with Tyrannosaurus, but basal tyrannosauroids had feathers. Feather distribution in phylogeny suggests Tyrannosaurus is likely to be covered with feathers as reconstructed in this model (Makoto Manabe). | 2019-04-19T14:35:49 | http://www.dino-nakasato.jp/shopdetail/000000000362/ |
You’re probably not old enough to remember, the Wild, Wild West, but back then, in the New Frontier there were just too few laws, and too few officials to enforce them. As a result, chaos reigned throughout the land and bad things happened to good people.
Yeah, that’s what it’s like right now when it comes to CBD oils and CBD-infused products. You could take a bucket of veggie oil and put a few drops of hemp extract in it and call it CBD oil if you wanted to because there are no rules, and the FDA doesn’t have the manpower to police CBD companies if there were rules.
But it does happen. Bad actors want to take advantage of the current situation with the growing popularity of CBD and give you as little CBD as possible for as much money as possible. But there are good companies and good products. You just need some basic information.
If you’re just learning about CBD, doing your homework on it, or shopping for some CBD oil to cure what ails you, the first thing you’ll notice is that… it’s… complicated. You’ve got hemp extract, CBD oil, CBD-infused oil, CBD edibles, full-spectrum CBD oils, broad-spectrum CBD oils, CBD vape pens, suppositories, and so on and so forth. And now we even have FDA-approved CBD prescription drugs. It’s a lot to sort out, frankly. But we’re here to help.
There’s one particular distinction that if you can get the concept, the rest of this will just fall into place. That is the distinction between full-spectrum CBD oil and pure CBD isolate. Just the names alone should tip you off as to what the differences might be between them. It all comes down to the level of refinement.
Let’s go over the four levels of this refinement process.
The first step in producing any CBD product is to extract the essential oils from the resinous, melodious buds from a plant known in the industry as phytocannabinoid rich hemp. Or PCR hemp for short. This plant looks like marijuana, it smells like marijuana, and it’s cultivated in the same way as marijuana. In fact, this type of hemp is not a relative of industrial hemp which is farmed for seeds and fiber. It’s actually a strain of marijuana which has had the THC bred out of it. THC is the compound in marijuana that gets you high. Hemp must have levels of THC below three-tenths of one percent in order to be legal.
Needless to say, this raw extract is probably not something you’d want to put in your mouth. It looks and tastes foul. It needs to be filtered and distilled in order to produce a nice smooth oil rich in cannabinoids but devoid of nasty tasting things like chlorophyll. This product contains the full spectrum of cannabinoids and other active compounds found in the original bud. And it’s called, you guessed it, full-spectrum CBD oil.
Taken another step further in the refinement process, additional distillation produces what is known as CBD concentrate. This is like frozen concentrated orange juice in some sense. It needs to be either reconstituted (in this case with oil, not water), or it can be used as an ingredient in foods, cosmetics, and so on. This product still contains the cannabinoids — in fact, it concentrates them — but in the process, it destroys a lot of the other active compounds such as terpenes.
Terpenes are important to this story because they also have medicinal value and they contribute to the overall effect of the product. This combined effect is known as the entourage effect. Remove the terpenes from the equation and you change the product’s effects.
When taken to its logical conclusion, this refinement process can produce very near 100 pure CBD. This is made possible by the fact that CBD turns into a vapor at a very specific temperature. The same is true with other cannabinoids, so they can all be isolated, as can terpenes using a similar process.
Purified CBD is a crystal, like salt, at room temperature. It is odorless and colorless and is therefore ideal for use in foods and cosmetics. It can also be dissolved into an oil base, in a sense reconstituting it into what some companies call CBD oil. It really should be called CBD-infused oil. You really need to check the manufacturer’s specifications to determine how the product was made.
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