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Christopher J. Nickerson v. Amy A. Nickerson [605 A.2d 1331] Present: Allen, C.J., Gibson, Dooley, Morse and Johnson, JJ. Opinion Filed February 7, 1992 86William J. Donahue, White River Junction, for Plaintiff-Appellee. Susan L. Aranoff of Aranoff & Upson, Waterbury, for Defendant-Appellant. Defendant wife appeals a divorce judgment awarding to plaintiff husband custody of their daughter. The court awarded custody of the couple’s son to wife. She also appeals that part of the judgment relating to visitation between husband and their son. We reverse and remand because the trial court did.not adequately explain application of the primary-care-provider criterion to the facts. The parties were married in March 1979. During the course of the marriage wife became lonely, in part because husband worked long hours, and she began a relationship with a woman in 1988. Husband filed for divorce in April 1989, after a temporary separation. Following various unsuccessful attempts at reconciliation in 1988 and 1989, the couple separated permanently in October 1989, when wife moved to a nearby town to live with her lover. The couple’s son, Morgan, was five months old when wife left for the last time, and has resided with wife since her final departure. Wife left the couple’s seven-year-old daughter, Ashley, with husband. Before the final separation, wife had agreed in writing that husband would have custody of Ashley and she would have custody of Morgan, whom she was then carrying. She testified that she entered into this agreement only because she was “uninformed about parental rights [and] felt threatened by [husband].” At trial, both husband and wife testified that husband worked from 50-70 hours per week in the summers and at least 40 hours per week in the winters at his job as director of marketing at a local inn. As of the date of trial, husband had Sundays and Mondays off. Husband retained the same schedule during the six months between separation and trial. Husband brought Ashley to work with him when she was not at school. She stayed in a vacant room, where she sometimes played with another 87child, and was supervised through a glass door by husband or other workers. She often ate meals at the inn restaurant. When Ashley was not at the inn with her father while he worked, she was in the care of a baby-sitter or in school. As of the date of trial, wife was employed as a teacher, working from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. during the school year. Both parties agreed that while the couple lived together, wife had primary responsibility for the shopping, laundering and meal preparation. Wife bathed, dressed and fed Ashley in the mornings, planned or prepared her noon meal at school, and prepared and ate the evening meal with her. She read to the child daily, although husband also did this “once in a while.” She took Ashley on educational excursions to museums and taught her about classical music, activities in which husband did not participate. Wife largely took responsibility for Ashley’s health needs and brought her to the dentist and doctor for regular examinations. The court found that although wife had been Ashley’s primary-care-provider before the separation, husband had been Ashley’s primary-care-provider after that time. The court concluded it was in Ashley’s best interest to remain in husband’s custody. Morgan, however, had not left his mother’s primary care since he was born in May 1989, and the court concluded wife should have custody of him. Split custody, according to the court, was satisfactory because of the age difference between Ashley and Morgan and because they had not developed a relationship with one another. Visitation was liberal. Wife was awarded parent-child contact with Ashley, with visitation from Friday through Sunday night every other weekend and Saturday on the intervening weekend. Visitation also included alternate holidays, the first two weeks of July and the first two weeks of August. Husband was awarded parent-child contact with Morgan on alternate Sundays and every Monday, as well as alternate holidays, until Morgan reached age two, after which visitation would include overnight stays and an additional four-week period in the summer. The court made additional accommodation for holiday contact between the two children once Morgan reached school age. Wife claims that the trial court erred in granting husband sole legal and physical rights and responsibilities for Ashley 88based on its finding that he was the primary care provider. In addition, she argues that the court’s conclusions of law on this issue and the potential effect on Ashley of a change of custodian are not supported by the findings. Analyzing the evidence on the primary-care-provider factor that wife’s counsel established through the testimony of various witnesses, the court found that “when the parties resided together, [wife] was the primary caretaker of Ashley. She took care of Ashley’s daily needs and was an attentive, loving mother towards her.” The court also found, however, that since Ashley was left in husband’s care when wife left six months earlier, husband had become the child’s primary-care-provider and wife no longer retained that status. [Husband] has provided for [Ashley’s] physical and emotional needs and has become very involved in her daily activities and schooling. He insures she is fed, clothed, and has appropriate adult supervision. [Husband] has good parenting skills and a good sense of Ashley’s needs. [Husband] loves his daughter very much. Based on these findings, and on the conclusion that a change would be disruptive to the child’s life, the court granted split custody, thereby maintaining the “status quo.” In so doing, the court stated that “great weight should be given to the child’s relationship with his or her primary caretaker.” This was a reference to 15 V.S.A. § 665(b)(6), the statutory factor that requires the court, in making a custody order, to consider, along with seven other factors, “the quality of the child’s relationship with the primary care provider, if appropriate given the child’s age and development” (criterion six)! We recognize that the trial court has broad discretion in custody matters. Myott v. Myott, 149 Vt. 573, 578, 547 A.2d 1336, 1339 (1988) (“trial court has broad discretion in a custody matter, and we must affirm unless the discretion is ‘erroneously exercised, or was exercised upon unfounded considerations or to an extent clearly unreasonable in light of the evidence’”) (quoting Jensen v. Jensen, 141 Vt. 580, 581-82, 450 A.2d 1155, 1156 (1982)). Findings of fact, from which conclusions of law 89flow, will not be set aside unless clearly erroneous. V.R.C.P. 52(a). When the relevant legal criteria, among them the eight factors set out in 15 V.S.A. § 665(b), are applied to the facts, it is important for the appellate court to know how the trial court weighed the facts and blended the standards to arrive at the conclusion. In other words, we need to review the explanation as well as the found facts to determine if the application of the criteria to the facts is sound. If the explanation is equivocal, indicating that a misapplication of the law may have occurred, the trial court decision is insufficient. See Klein v. Klein, 153 Vt. 551, 558, 572 A.2d 900, 904 (1990) (findings must address reasoning and weight given various factors to support conclusions reached). We conclude in this case that the court did not adequately explain its application of criterion six. We agree with the trial court that the factor relating to the primary-care-provider under criterion six “should be entitled to great weight unless the primary custodian is unfit.” Harris v. Harris, 149 Vt. 410, 418, 546 A.2d 208, 214 (1988). This does not create a presumption in favor of the primary-care-provider, but instead allows the court to give due consideration to the primary custodian in evaluating the child’s best interests. See id. at 418-19, 546 A.2d at 214 (presumption that the primary custodian will be awarded custody if fit would be inconsistent with the statutory scheme because the court must consider each factor). A person is entitled to this consideration, however, only if the primary-care-provider has been correctly identified. The factor relating to the primary-care-provider is one consideration in a nonexhaustive list outlining the appropriate considerations in determining the best interests of the child. See 15 V.S.A. § 665(b) (“the court shall be guided by the best interests of the child, and shall consider at least [eight] factors”). We have not enunciated a definitive standard for determining the identity of the primary-care-provider under § 665(b)(6). Nevertheless, mere physical custody by one of two fit parents, during the time the estranged spouses live “apart” to satisfy the no-fault divorce requirements, should not in itself cause a former primary-care-provider to lose that status. See 15 V.S.A. § 551(7) (a divorce may be decreed “[w]hen a married person has lived apart from his or her spouse for six consecu90tive months and the court finds that the resumption of marital relations is not reasonably probable”); cf. Emmons v. Emmons, 141 Vt. 508, 511, 450 A.2d 1113, 1115 (1982) (“Merely leaving the homestead in and of itself is not sufficient to justify a finding of fault [relevant to distribution of marital property]. Such a result would substantially circumvent the no-fault divorce provision authorized by our statute.”). A contrary holding may cause a primary-care-provider wishing to leave the home to uproot children from the marital residence solely to remain, in the view of the court, the primary-care-provider. See 15 V.S.A. § 551(7). This kind of parental strategizing is inimical to the best interests of children. Attention should be directed to the needs of the children rather than the actions of the parents. See Bissonette v. Gambrel, 152 Vt. 67, 70, 564 A.2d 600, 602 (1989) (“focus of the court’s decision must be the best interest of the child, not equity between the parties”); Lafko v. Lafko, 127 Vt. 609, 618, 256 A.2d 166, 172 (1969) (in custody dispute “opposing desires of hostile parents ... must yield to the paramount consideration of the children’s well-being”). In Harris, we underscored the importance of balancing the best interests-of-the-child factors. Agreeing that the primary custodian factor, if that custodian is fit, is entitled to great weight, we stated that “[t]he exact weight cannot be determined unless there is evidence of the likely effect of the change of custodian on the child.” Harris, 149 Vt. at 418-19, 546 A.2d at 214. Presumably, the court followed this analysis. Citing Harris, the court stated, “Ordinarily, a child should not be removed from the care of a primary caretaker if that caretaker is fit.” Based on this statement, together with the rest of its analysis, it appears that the court in concluding that husband was the primary-care-provider may have given Ashley’s present living situation undue weight by not giving any weight to wife’s conceded primary care of Ashley for nearly seven years. We decline to follow the unyielding approach of some courts which bifurcate the pre- and post-separation periods in determining the primary-care-provider. See, e.g., Efaw v. Efaw, 400 S.E.2d 599, 602 (W. Va. 1990) (“‘[t]he primary caretaker is that natural or adoptive parent who, until the initiation of the divorce proceedings, has been primarily responsible for the car91ing and nurturing of the child’”) (quoting Garska v. McCoy, 167 W. Va. 59, 278 S.E.2d 357 (1981)) (emphasis added). Instead, the inquiry should focus on all relevant periods of the child’s life, rather than exclusively on the period immediately preceding trial. See Draper v. Draper, 556 So. 2d 210, 214 (La. Ct. App. 1990) (child’s residence with mother for approximately one year prior to custody trial had been unstable and thus did not mandate a finding that his best interest required him to remain with her where stability and continuity had not played a significant role in his life while he lived with her); In re Thompson, 103 Or. App. 458, 460-61, 797 P.2d 1077, 1078 (1990) (wife, who moved out of family home and left eighteen-month-old child to minimize emotional impact of separation, was properly deemed primary parent; fact that husband provided primary care for year since separation was not determinative). We decline to excerpt any period from the child’s life in determining who, out of two competing parents, has provided the nurturing that would make the parent the primary-care-provider. The trial court, on the other hand, apparently accepted a per se rule that the parent with physical custody at the time of the divorce hearing is the primary-care-provider. In sum, we cannot afford meaningful review because we cannot tell from the court’s decision if husband was the overall primary-care-provider under criterion six in light of all the circumstances, including the fact that wife had provided the primary care before the separation. On this record, we are left to speculate as to the reasons the court favored husband over wife with respect to Ashley’s placement. This is especially so because post-separation “primary care” of Ashley was relatively minimal in comparison to that before separation. At the time of trial, husband worked a schedule which allowed him to spend at most one full day — Sunday—with Ashley. Although husband could spend Mondays with Ashley during the summer, her school schedule made this impossible during the months school was in session. Upon separation, Ashley was transferred from the almost full-time care of her mother to the full-time care of baby-sitters, husband’s co-workers, and husband, who often took her to work. Ashley’s school, extracurricular activities and community would not have changed had wife been granted custody. When Ashley lived with husband, much of the 92care provided to her by others replaced care she had formerly received from a parent. We realize that a parent should not be penalized for time at work spent away from a child, but consideration of the child’s best interests “requires comparison of the attributes of each parent.” Bissonette, 152 Vt. at 69, 564 A.2d at 601. Concededly, husband provided care after wife left the family home, but this was a function of wife’s absence, which made him the only parent at home. The issue cannot be decided solely on the performance of one parent. Id. The husband’s expert, who testified that husband was a good father and custody of Ashley should remain with him absent “compelling reason,” had investigated only husband’s relationship with Ashley. The court failed to justify its conclusion by an analysis of the facts over the entire relevant time period. If a different custody disposition is ordered on remand, the court may be required to alter the visitation order. Still, wife’s challenge to the original visitation arrangement is unfounded. Wife argues that the trial court’s order respecting visitation between husband and Morgan allowed for excessive parent-child contact. Even though the testimony indicated that husband worked more during the summer, the trial court did not abuse its discretion in awarding husband four weeks of visitation with Morgan during the summer. See Palmer v. Palmer, 138 Vt. 412, 414-15, 416 A.2d 143, 144 (1980) (visitation arrangement is for trial court’s discretion). Considering the facts as they existed at the time of trial, the court’s order was appropriate. Wife’s contention that she was denied a fair trial based on remarks by the trial judge is also without merit. On remand, the court is to apply the factors of § 665(b) to the situation at the time of hearing on remand, not solely to the situation as it existed at the time of the final divorce hearing. Cf. Klein, 153 Vt. at 557, 572 A.2d at 904 (court must rely on “most recent information available” in fashioning maintenance on remand). Reversed in part and affirmed in part. dissenting. Anybody who reads the majority opinion carefully will recognize that despite the remand, the Court has ruled that custody of Ashley Nickerson must be awarded to defendant as a matter of law. Although the opinion suggests that the defect in the trial court decision is the failure to explain its rationale, I think the opinion can be understood only as a holding that defendant remained the primary-care-provider. Once the rule of law is extracted from the majority opinion, it is impossible for plaintiff to prevail. While I believe this result is unjustified in this case, it is a hallmark of a greater error in the majority opinion. The majority opinion is in fact a trial court opinion. Most of the “facts” stated in the first few pages were not found by the trial court, and some are disputed. The opinion narrowly construes the trial court decision in order to criticize it. Little discretion is accorded to the trial judge in her evaluation of the evidence. Moreover, the “error” found by the majority involves an issue not raised below. In short, this Court has now “tried” this case on theories different from those presented to the trial court and awarded custody of the child based on its fact-finding and evaluation of the evidence. I do not believe it just to abandon the proper role of appellate review even where the hindsight of the Justices of this Court shows we would have reached a different result. Such appellate decisionmaking of this kind inevitably makes bad law that haunts us in the future when we try to stay within our proper role. It is helpful at the outset to examine the procedural posture of the case. Not only did defendant leave the child with plaintiff and agree that he should have custody, she did not contest custody when plaintiff filed for divorce in 1989. In January of 1990, she filed a counterclaim requesting that plaintiff receive custody of Ashley and she have visitation rights. It was not until March, shortly before the divorce hearing, that she changed her mind and sought custody. Both parties submitted trial memoranda of law dedicated almost entirely to the effect of defendant’s lesbian relationship on the custody question. Plaintiff briefly stated that the primary-care-provider factor, as specified in 15 V.S.A. § 665(b)(6), was in his favor. Even more briefly, defendant stated that the evidence 94would show that she was the children’s primary-care-provider. During the trial, the trial judge gave a “weather report” based on the evidence to that point. She indicated that she was leaning to keeping the status quo because of the disruption of changing custody. Despite this statement, defendant never addressed the primary-care-provider question in her closing argument. Neither party submitted requests for findings of fact. There were no relevant post-trial motions. Except in very exceptional cases, we have insisted that issues of law be raised in the trial court before they will be considered by this Court. I have no doubt that if defendant had raised the application of the primary-care-provider factor to a situation where the custodian of the child at the time of trial is not the person who was the primary-care-provider prior to separation, the trial court would have resolved it directly. Instead, this issue is resolved for the first time on appeal. It is particularly ironic that the majority faults the trial court for not fully explaining its decision when defendant failed to take the minimal steps necessary to obtain an explanation. Without preservation and any help from the lawyers, the trial judge is left with the unmeetable burden of explaining everything an appellate court might want to know in response to creative new arguments raised by the losing party for the first time on appeal. In Varnum v. Varnum, 155 Vt. 376, 382-83, 586 A.2d 1107, 1110-11 (1990), a custody case where the claim on appeal was improper consideration of the mother’s religious beliefs in violation of her constitutional rights, we emphasized the critical interest of the children in family stability that is undermined by treating issues for the first time on appeal. After balancing the mother’s constitutional rights against the interests of the children, we held: “Even with the important rights and interests defendant seeks to vindicate, we think the balance tips decidedly in favor of enforcing rules of preservation to avoid the impact of lengthy delays on the well-being of the children.” Id. at 383, 586 A.2d at 1111. This is not a case where appellant is excused from preservation because she was unaware of the trial court’s error until the decision was rendered. The court’s position was crystal clear in its “weather report,” and appellant failed to respond to that position with the arguments she makes here. As a result, we are abandoning the requirement of preser95vation. Almost two years after the trial court’s decision, this Court will overturn the custody award based on an issue never presented to the trial court. I cannot believe that the trauma to the child is outweighed by the possible gain of a better custodian. Even if there had been preservation, I could not accept the majority opinion. While couched in language that criticizes the trial court for failure to explain its decision, the majority’s reasoning on the primary-care-provider argument is really that the trial court improperly found plaintiff to be the primary-care-provider and, thus, improperly weighed that factor in his favor. Instead, the majority concludes that defendant was the primary-care-provider and never lost that status. Thus, in the majority’s view, this very important factor should weigh heavily in defendant’s favor. I find the majority’s analysis of both the facts and the law to be in error. The determination of which parent is the primary-care-provider is primarily one of fact subject to the clearly erroneous test for setting it aside on appeal. See Bissonette v. Gambrel, 152 Vt. 67, 70, 564 A.2d 600, 601 (1989). As the majority recognizes, we have not accorded a custodial presumption in favor of the primary-care-provider. Instead, we accord great weight to this factor with the exact weight to be determined based on the likely effect of a change of custodian on the child. See Harris v. Harris, 149 Vt. 410, 418-19, 546 A.2d 208, 214 (1988). Both the plaintiff and defendant used a child psychologist as an expert witness. Each respective psychologist interviewed the child and the parent who hired the psychologist, and observed the interaction between the parent and child. Only plaintiff’s expert, however, directly responded to the primary-care-provider issue. He found a “mutual bond” between plaintiff and the child and that plaintiff “is a real psychological parent.” He went on to find that the child was flourishing in plaintiff’s care, and that in the absence of a compelling circumstance, he would not recommend changing custodian. He found no compelling circumstance for a change of custodian. In addition to the expert’s testimony, plaintiff testified that he performed the day-to-day functions of the care provider. Other witnesses who observed plaintiff and the child together provided similar testimony. 96Defendant’s expert evidence was in some ways comparable. The psychologist found defendant to be a fit parent with a good relationship to the child. The expert offered no opinion, however, on who should have custody and no opinion on the effect of a change of custodian at the time of trial. It is clear that much of the majority’s criticism of the trial court is based on the majority’s reevaluation of the evidence and separate fact-finding. Relying primarily on the expert evidence, the trial court found that plaintiff had become the primary-care-provider and gave that factor the weight recommended by plaintiff’s expert witness. The majority is giving different weight to the testimony of plaintiff’s expert, as shown by its comments on page 92 of the majority opinion. It is, of course, settled law that the weight to be assigned to evidence is for the trial court, not this Court. The evaluation of the expert testimony is not the only area where the majority has reweighed the evidence. Another critical example is the statement of the majority that the child “was transferred from the almost full-time care of her mother to the full-time care of baby-sitters, husband’s co-workers, and husband, who often took her to work.” This statement is wildly exaggerated. It fails to take into account that plaintiff’s work schedule allowed for two full days of availability, Sunday and Monday, separate from the day, Saturday, that the child is with defendant. It further ignores that defendant works part time and while plaintiff and defendant were together, the child was often with the same baby-sitter she is with now. Thus, the “full-time care of baby-sitters” is actually three or four afternoons a week, at least part of which also occurred before the separation. Obviously, the trial court did not see a flexible forty-hour work schedule as the same impediment to good parenting as the majority sees it. 97The majority opinion presents three interrelated criticisms of the trial court’s application of the law. None are warranted. The first is that the trial court “apparently accepted a per se rule that the parent with physical custody at the time of the divorce hearing is the primary-care-provider.” The heart of the trial court’s analysis was: Both Plaintiff and Defendant point to minor shortcomings in one another’s parenting skills. However, neither party has given a compelling reason to alter the present custodial arrangement. Plaintiff and Defendant are fit parents who can provide for their children’s needs. The children have adjusted to their parents’ separation and more change in their lives would be disruptive. Ashley, in particular, has strong ties to the area in which she presently resides. As noted above, the “compelling reason” analysis was urged by plaintiff’s expert witness. There is nothing of a per se rule in this analysis. If there had been no expert testimony in the trial court, or if defendant had seriously contested the primary-care-provider issue in the terms it is raised here, one could understand the appearance of a per se rule. In context, it is a mischaracterization of the trial court conclusion. The second asserted error, and the one that the majority identifies as the ground for its reversal, is that the trial court failed to indicate whether the proper analysis was used and thus “we are left to speculate as to the reasons the court favored husband over wife with respect to Ashley’s placement.” We have occasionally used this rationale where we cannot discern why the trial court rendered its decision or there is an internal inconsistency in the explanation. See, e.g., Klein v. Klein, 150 Vt. 466, 472, 555 A.2d 382, 386 (1988); McCormick v. McCormick, 150 Vt. 431, 438, 553 A.2d 1098, 1103 (1988). It is a misuse of this rationale to apply it to a case where the trial court is crystal clear on what was decided, and why, but the majority disagrees with the decision. The only thing we are left to speculate on in this case is why the trial court didn’t anticipate the majority’s view of the law. If we use the “anti-speculation” rationale in a case like this, we will inevitably be left to speculate on what the law is after this opinion. At one point, the majority opinion is clear that it is irrelevant that one spouse becomes the primary-care-provider 98after the other spouse, who was the primary-care-provider, leaves the home. Later in the opinion, the trial court is directed to engage in some sort of weighing process, balancing the preseparation care-giving against the post-separation care-giving to determine the “overall primary-care-provider.” I doubt that trial courts would be able to figure out how to award points to implement this legalistic process. It certainly will not be obvious how this process is better in determining the best interest of the child than the approach used by the trial court in this case. None of the justifications for a rule giving special weight to the primary-care-provider are advanced by this process. See Crippen, Stumbling Beyond Best Interests of the Child: Reexamining Child Custody Standard-Setting in the Wake of Minnesota’s Four Year Experiment with the Primary Caretaker Preference, 75 Minn. L. Rev. 427, 440-52 (1990) (purpose of primary caretaker preference is to protect parent-child bonding, promote certainty in custody adjudication and preserve gender-neutrality and the general best interests of the child). While I strongly disagree with a rule that ignores post-separation care provision, I find it far preferable to the mire of weighing unlike things with the risk that carefully considered custody determinations will be overturned because the legalistic equation was not accurate. I fear that the real result of this opinion, and its determination that the trial court failed to explain its decision, will be a plethora of appeals to make us explain our decision. See id. at 452 (primary caretaker preference in Minnesota, since abandoned by legislative action, “caused an explosion of litigation”). The third error involves the legal principles controlling the determination of the primary-care-provider in a case like this. The real holding of this case is that a parent who leaves the home without notice and without continuing to be the primary-care-provider is, as a matter of law, entitled to primary-care-provider status in the custody analysis. I believe this position is rigid and inappropriate. Defendant not only voluntarily relinquished custody to plaintiff, she failed to contest custody until shortly before the divorce hearing. She gave no reason for failing to take Ashley with her to her new home. As a result, the primary-care-provider role shifted to plaintiff, and the child adjusted to that situ99ation to the point that it would be traumatic to make a further change. The majority gives one reason why it is important to continue the legal status of the primary-care-provider with the parent who leaves the home despite the change in the status in fact. It should not be the controlling consideration. In determining custody, we are governed by the best interest of the child and must look at the custody determination from the child’s perspective. See Price v. Price, 149 Vt. 118, 125, 541 A.2d 79, 83 (1987). In a battle between fit and loving parents, the child’s interest is in stability and continuity of relationships and surroundings. Any rule that allows a child, having been left in the custody of one parent, to be reclaimed at will by the other parent despite the bonding that has occurred and the psychological damage to the child is a bad rule. Ironically, the case that the majority criticizes as “rigid,” Efaw v. Efaw, 400 S.E.2d 599 (W. Va. 1990), is an example of the kind of flexible approach that is far preferable to the majority’s approach. Although West Virginia is now the only state that gives custodial preference to the primary-care-provider who is fit, irrespective of other factors, it is flexible in determining whether either parent achieves the preference. The facts in Efaw are similar to those here in that the primary-care-provider, who was the mother, left the children when she moved in with another man. The father then became the primary-care-provider and remained so until the divorce hearing. The court found that neither parent was entitled to the preference under the primary-care-provider rule and that custody must be determined based on the best interest of the children. It awarded custody to the father, in large part because “[t]he children have developed a stable relationship with their father and grandparents .... To remove the children from such an established environment would jeopardize their emotional stability . . . .” Id. at 603. See also Mills v. Gorrick, 381 S.E.2d 273, 276-77 (W. Va. 1989) (trial court has discretion to award custody to father where evidence supports conclusion that wife intentionally relinquished custody to him in order to maintain a relationship with another man); Dempsey v. Dempsey, 306 S.E.2d 230, 231-32 (W. Va. 1983) (where mother had relinquished care to father 100shortly before divorce action, court could find that no primary-care-provider presumption arose and award custody to husband based on the best interest of the child). Efaw is consistent with how other courts have handled a shift of primary-care-provider. See, e.g., Davis v. Davis, 749 P.2d 647, 648-49 (Utah 1988). It is also how the trial court handled this case. A fair evaluation of the trial court’s decision shows that it is not based on a rigid application of the primary-care-provider rule. Instead, it is based on the expert testimony of plaintiff’s psychologist, which the court chose to believe and follow. The decision should be affirmed on that basis. Virtually all custody decisions emphasize that the trial court has broad discretion in custody cases and its custody award cannot be overturned unless its “discretion was erroneously exercised, or exercised upon unfounded considerations, or to an extent clearly unreasonable in light of the evidence.” Peckham v. Peckham, 149 Vt. 388, 389, 543 A.2d 267, 268 (1988). The majority states the standard of review on appeal, but emphasizes all the exceptions to the point where they justify what is essentially de novo review of both the facts and the law. If the majority followed the well-established standard of review, it would have to affirm the custody award in this case as within the trial court’s broad discretion. Accordingly, I dissent. dissenting. I join Justice Dooley’s dissent, except that I believe the primary-care-provider issue was adequately preserved.	<urn:uuid:c4c17c68-e3c0-435f-8c20-80b3f7670a5a>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://calculators.law/caselaw/decisions/2jK8WVDLRnOM/nickerson-v-nickerson	2023-10-04T19:33:32Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.963865	7,628
Fair Week Camping If you are interested in camping fair week please contact us or just give us a call and put your name on the waiting list. Off Season/Open Camping Are you traveling to Calhoun County and looking for camping? The Calhoun County Fairgrounds is a great place! We offer shaded area with water and electric hookup at $25/night/site. We can accommodate from one to hundreds of campers. Please contact us or just give us a call us for group pricing. PLEASE NOTE there is NO open camping during the following dates: - September 25th-30th, 2023 - October 13th-15th, 2023 - DURING THE MONTHS OF NOVEMBER-MARCH (please call the office to confirm)	<urn:uuid:5af09189-c043-4eb6-8c40-86feaca5622c>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://calhouncountyfairgrounds.com/camping/	2023-10-04T20:45:27Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.928814	167
San Francisco, Oakland, and Fresno are getting sued—all because the California Supreme Court has yet to answer a simple question: How many votes does it take for a new tax to become law? The California Supreme Court has some explaining to do. Late last year, the city of Oakland put a new land parcel tax on the books, after 62 percent of voters turned out to boost funding for public education. Now a local business group is suing the city, arguing that the new tax needed two-thirds of the vote—just over 66 percent— to pass. San Francisco faces a similar problem, only twice as big. The city recently began collecting two new taxes: a gross receipts levy on commercial landlords to fund childcare services, and a land parcel tax to increase teacher pay. Last June, each received 51 and 61 percent of the vote respectively. The city is being sued twice. And then there’s Fresno. After 52 percent of voters there opted to increase the city’s sales tax to fund park improvements, city leaders decided to play it safe and do nothing, noting that 52 percent is clearly less than 66. A local nonprofit took them to court for not collecting the new tax. Sued if you do, sued if you don’t. The reason for all this fiscal confusion: the state’s highest court. “It creates havoc for public agencies, it creates all this strange uncertainty for taxpayers and everyone else involved,” said Michael Coleman, an advisor for the League of California Cities, which represents city governments in the Capitol. “This kind of thing fuels cynicism about government.” The central question at issue is a simple one, or at least it ought to be: How many votes does it take in California for a new tax to become law? Over the last four decades, California voters have passed a series of amendments to the state constitution, all designed to make it harder for governments to tax them and raise new revenue. Proposition 13 from 1978 is the mother of all these tax blockers, but voters and the courts have been going back and forth over the details ever since. In 1996, voters passed Prop. 218, which clarified that any tax designated for a specific purpose—say, to fund affordable housing—needs two-thirds of the vote to pass. Since then it was widely assumed that this rule applied to all specific taxes—no matter how they find their way onto the ballot. But a year and a half ago, the state’s Supreme Court threw that into question. The short version of its ruling in California Cannabis Coalition v City of Upland goes something like this: - Prop. 218 requires that any tax imposed by “local government” must be voted on during a regularly scheduled election. - A cannabis industry trade group argued that that rule doesn’t apply to initiatives put on the ballot by petition of the local citizenry. - The court agreed, ruling that a ballot measure initiated by organized citizens (in this case, organized pot shops) is not an act of “local government.” That got the attention of interest groups and public agencies across the state. If citizen initiatives aren’t acts of “local government” when it comes to the timing of an election, does that mean they aren’t subject to Prop. 218’s other rules—namely, that tax measures need two-thirds of the vote to pass? Did the ruling rip a “huge hole in Prop 13 and 218,” as some initially suggested? The state Supreme Court didn’t say. And when lawyers involved in the Upland case asked for clarification, the justices turned them down. But the court surely recognized the implication of its ruling, said attorney Kelly Salt, a Prop. 218 expert. Justice Leondra Kruger even warned in her dissent “that the decision would inevitably extend to the voter-approval requirement,” said Salt. “The logic carries over.” For many legal analysts, the eventual outcome seems clear. “Is there any reasonable way to interpret the tax provision differently than the vote-timing provision?” said Darien Shanske, a law professor at UC Davis. “I would be surprised if any justice thought that there really is much reason to read them differently.” Low-tax advocates and business groups are arguing otherwise, noting that the Supreme Court was not clear on the issue and that, anyway, Prop. 13 also specifies a two-thirds vote for special taxes. “You need a two-thirds vote if the voters put it on (the ballot), if the city put it on, or if anybody else put it on.” said Greg McConnell, CEO of the Jobs and Housing Coalition, the group representing Bay Area business interests that is suing Oakland. He added that in the lead-up to the election, even Oakland voter information pamphlet specified that a two-thirds vote was required to pass the tax. Cities now in legal limbo may have years to wait. San Francisco is collecting those two new taxes, but that money won’t be going to social services or teacher salaries—not yet anyway. It will be parked into “segregated, interest-earning accounts until that litigation risk is cleared,” said a statement from the city’s controller’s office. “These cases tend to be litigated fairly quickly,” said Michael Colantuono, a lawyer who has represented the League of California Cities. What’s quickly? Probably at least “12 to 18 months,” he said. San Francisco is trying to speed the process. After the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association sued the city for collecting its universal child care tax, the city attorney went out and tried to get itself sued again for enacting the teacher salary measure—even running a solicitation in the San Francisco Chronicle. The more cases in play, the logic goes, the more likely that one will go to trial—and force the Supreme Court to finally answer the big question. A third San Francisco ballot measure, a gross receipts tax on local businesses to fund homeless services, also got 61 percent of the vote. The city is still waiting to be sued over that one. If this seems like an awful lot of meshugas just to answer what should be a fundamental question about California governance, even some of the litigants themselves agree. “Both legislative bodies and courts could do the people a big favor in being more precise when they pass legislation or issue court decisions,” said Jon Coupal, president of the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association. “They decided not to do that. So it’s like ‘thanks a lot, now you’ve just given us five years of litigation.’”	<urn:uuid:ff585990-59c8-4491-8b80-f1830dbf0523>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://calmatters.org/economy/2019/02/local-tax-chaos-california-supreme-court/	2023-10-04T19:12:10Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.960939	1,421
Carolyn Dunn PhD, RDN, LDN Dr. Dunn is a William Neal Reynolds Distinguished Professor Emerita and entered into phased (part-time) retirement in 2021. She served as department head for Agricultural and Human Sciences from 2013-2021. She provides program expertise and state-wide leadership for nutrition and wellness for families and communities. She has 30+ years of experience in nutrition education and develops nutrition education materials that are used across the country to help people eat smart and move more. Carolyn is the author/developer for numerous programs and tools that address healthy eating and physical activity. She is the lead author of the award-winning Color Me Healthy, a curriculum that helps young children eat smart and move more. She and colleagues created Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less, a 15-week evidence-based weight management program that is being used across the country in both in-person and online formats. She and colleagues also created Eat Smart, Move More, Prevent Diabetes that is being delivered across North Carolina and in several other states using distance technology. Dunn and her team currently have a $5M grant from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina to deliver diabetes prevention education across the state. Dr. Dunn and colleagues have published their work in Obesity, American Journal of Health Promotion, Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior and others. She is the past chair of Eat Smart, Move More North Carolina, a 90-agency coalition that promotes increased opportunities for healthy eating and physical activity wherever people live, learn, earn, play and pray. She is a member of Sigma Xi the scientific research society and the Academy for Outstanding Faculty Engaged in Extension. Programs and Initiatives - 2019 – William Neal Reynolds Distinguished Professor, NC State University - 2018 – Excellence in Teamwork Award for the Extension Master Food Volunteer Program, North Carolina Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences - 2018 – Outstanding Subject Matter Program by a Team Award, Extension Master Food Volunteer Program, North Carolina Association of Cooperative Extension Specialists - Dunn C, Dada S, Whetstone LM, Thomas C, Aggarwal S, Nordby K, Thompson S, Meyer S. (2018). Mindful eating and weight loss, results from a randomized trial. Journal of Family Medicine and Community Health, 5(3):1152-1159: https://www.jscimedcentral.com/FamilyMedicine/familymedicine-5-1152.pdf. - Dunn C, Haubenreiser M, Johnson M, Nordby K, Aggarwal S, Myer S, Thomas C. (2018). Mindfulness approaches ad weight loss, weight maintenance, and weigh regain. Current Obesity Reports, 7(1):37-49:doi https://doi.org/10.1007/s13679-018-02996. - Dailey, R., Romo, L., Myer, S., Thomas, C., Aggarwal, S., Nordby, K., … Dunn, C. (2018). The Buddy Benefit: Increasing the Effectiveness of an Employee-Targeted Weight-Loss Program. Journal of Health Communication, 23(3), 272–280. https://doi.org/10.1080/10810730.2018.1436622 - Wass, J., Hofing, G., Goolsby, L., Haynes-Maslow, L., & Dunn, C. (2017). Color Me Healthy for SNAP-Ed Supplemental Toolkit: A Comprehensive Approach to the Social-Ecological Model. Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior, 49(7), S53. https://doi.org/10.1016/J.JNEB.2017.05.263 - Jones, L., Dunn, C., Foley, E., Burghardt, M., Rhew, L., van Rijn, S., … Vodika, S. (2017). EFNEP’s Families Eating Smart and Moving More: Integration of Video, Social Media, and PSE in EFNEP Delivery. Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior, 49(7), S54–S55. https://doi.org/10.1016/J.JNEB.2017.05.267 - Thompson S, Dunn C, Aggarwal S, Tchwenko Sm Wang A, Rushing J, Thomas C, Nordby K, Allision C. (2016). Behaviors predictive of weight loss maintenance: Six-month follow up on an online weight management program. Obesity: Open Access, 2(3):doi http://dx.doi.org/10.16966/2380-5528.124. - Dunn C, Dada S, Whetstone LM, Thomas C, Aggarwal S, Nordby K, Thompson S, Meyer S. (2016). Synchronous distance delivery of weight management program, a randomized control trial. Obesity, 24:44-50:doidoi: 10.1002/oby.21315. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26637964/ - Johnson M, Dunn C, Thomas C, Aggarwal S, Nordby K, Thompson S, Myer S. (2015). Offering a free online program to maintain weight over the holiday season. J of Extension, 53(5):#5TOT3. https://tigerprints.clemson.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=3589&context=joe - Dunn C, Whetstone LM, Kolasa KM, Jayaratne KSU, Thomas C, Aggarwal S, Nordby K, Herget C, Rogers AB. (2014). Using synchronous distance education technology to deliver a weight management intervention. Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior, 46(6):602-609:doi https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jneb.2014.06.001 - Kretser, A., Dunn, C., DeVirgiliis, R., & Levine, K. (2014). Utility of a New Food Value Analysis Application to Evaluate Trade-offs When Making Food Selections. Nutrition Today, 49(4), 185–195. https://doi.org/10.1097/NT.0000000000000040 MS Nutrition Meredith College MS Nutrition University of North Carolina at Greensboro PhD Nutrition University of North Carolina at Greensboro Certified Culinary Medicine Specialist (CCMS) Tulane University School of Medicine Registered and Licensed Dietician Area(s) of Expertise - Overweight and Obesity Prevention - Nutrition for Children - Physical Activity - Chronic Disease Risk Reduction - Policy and Environmental Change - Dinah E. Gore Kitchen Pantry Dedicated to Dunn - Carolyn Dunn Reflects on Time at NC State, Leadership and What’s Next - New N.C. 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Whether you’re an experienced sportsbetter or a novice, you want to choose a good sportsbook. That’s why you need to do a little research and learn about the different options available. Before making a decision, make sure that the sportsbook you’re considering is legal in your jurisdiction, complies with all state and local regulations, and provides excellent customer service. Sportsbooks offer several types of betting options, such as live betting, virtual games, e-sports, and horse racing. The most reputable sportsbooks also offer a number of VIP betting options. These include high payout limits, high-quality customer support, and a good selection of betting options. Most sportsbooks have a customer support team that is available 24 hours a day. They should also have a FAQ section that offers answers to frequently asked questions. Most also have live chat support. A good sportsbook offers a variety of payment options, so choose one that is convenient for you. Some sportsbooks accept credit cards, debit cards, PayPal, PayNearMe, and other methods. There are also sportsbooks that accept cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. Some of these sportsbooks also offer mobile apps. You should also check to see if the sportsbook has a good reputation. Some are operated by small family-run businesses, which have a better reputation for customer service. If you’re a first-time sportsbetter, you should check the sportsbook’s reputation and laws in your jurisdiction. Then, read the terms and conditions of the sportsbook before placing any bets. Most sportsbooks also offer promotions and bonuses, so make sure to check them out. Some of these offers include a free bet, cashback, and free plays. Some of these bonuses can be as high as 200%. You may also be able to take advantage of a risk-free $1,000 bet, if you sign up for a free account. Some sportsbooks also offer live streaming. A lot of sports fans like to follow their favorite games live. If the sportsbook you’re considering offers live streaming, you’ll be able to watch the game right from home. In addition, a sportsbook with live streaming can help distinguish it from its competitors. Lastly, you should check out the sportsbook’s payout percentage. The higher the payout percentage, the more profit you’ll make from your bets. That’s especially important if you’re planning on betting on a live game. Choosing a sportsbook with a high payout percentage can be the best way to ensure a good profit from your betting. You should also look for a sportsbook that offers a good variety of betting options, high-quality customer support, and dependable payment methods. Some of the best sportsbooks also have a VIP section, which offers bonuses and special promotions. You should also choose a sportsbook that offers a user-friendly website. You should use a secure password and a secure ID. You should also read the terms and conditions of the sportsbook, as well as laws in your jurisdiction. The best sportsbooks offer competitive odds, a secure deposit and withdrawal system, and a convenient customer support system.	<urn:uuid:c4fe26aa-6b18-4ce5-8bf2-d4feebc7ec84>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://caltroxsoft.com/how-to-choose-a-sportsbook-4/	2023-10-04T19:45:45Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.946546	655
Dickson groaned. What had become of his dream of idylls, his gentle bookish romance? Vanished before a reality which smacked horribly of crude melodrama and possibly of sordid crime. His gorge rose at the picture, but a thought troubled him. Perhaps all romance in its hour of happening was rough and ugly like this, and only shone rosy in the retrospect. Was he being false to his deepest faith? – John Buchan But he is a Jew, which is one inwardly; and circumcision is that of the heart, in the spirit, and not in the letter; whose praise is not of men, but of God. – Romans 2: 29 The late John Tyndall heroically supported the BNP even after he was ousted from the party by mean-spirited bureaucrats. Tyndall still supported the BNP after the leadership was wrested from him, because he loved Britain. It was his belief that the majority of Britons agreed with the nativist principles of the BNP but were afraid to openly support the BNP, because the BNP had no power. For that reason, Tyndall maintained, it was imperative that the BNP should continue to run candidates for local and national officers in order to gain power. This has been the standard response to the liberal-barbarian assault on the West throughout the European nations: Gain power through the democratic process and democratically slow down or stop the invasions of the West. This policy of halting the invasion of the West through the democratic process has been a colossal failure. The West has been invaded, at the invitation of democratically elected Satanists, and the hope of openly nationalist candidates getting elected and actually halting or reversing the blood red tide of colored and Moslem invaders has become a non-hope. (1) Why has the democracy gambit failed? It has failed because you cannot “seek redemption form the devil.” All our modern democratic governments have their origin in that anti-European, anti-Christian movement called Jacobinism. Burke managed to turn Britain and the rest of the European nations against Robespierre and his bloody cohorts, but he was not able to drive home the far more important message: The Jacobin revolt was not a mere palace revolution that replaced one European government with another; it was a revolt against all things European and Christian. It called for the enthronement of Satan. Instead of the religion and the law by which they were in a great politick communion with the Christian world, they have constructed their Republick on three bases, all fundamentally opposite to those on which the communities of Europe are built. It’s foundation is laid in Regicide; in Jacobinism; and in Atheism; and it has joined to those principles, a body of systematick manners which secures their operation. – Burke Burke thought we should never make peace with the regicides, but the European people did make peace with the regicides, and one by one the European nations became democratic, regicide nations, committed to the extermination of the European people and the eradication of their culture. How can the extermination of the European people be halted through the process expressly set up for their extermination? If we elect different executioners every four or five years, do we stop the executions? In the old serials and pulp novels of the 1930s and 1940s, the dastardly villain is never content with merely killing the hero. He must think of some diabolically clever way to end the hero’s life. Despite the protest of his henchmen, who merely want to see the hero dead, the villain concocts an incredibly elaborate way for the hero to die. And of course the hero always escapes and then kills the villain. Why do the fiendishly clever villains never learn to simply kill the hero as quickly as they can and then proceed with their plans to conquer the world? P. G. Wodehouse tells us that while the master villain was growing up, his parents were always praising him for being a clever little fellow. Thus the super villain grew up with an insatiable need to be praised for his cleverness. That need is the main reason Batman, Nayland Smith, Bulldog Drummond, and countless other heroes who tried to stop the arch-villains from conquering the world, were successful. They had great pluck to be sure, but it was the villains’ desire to be clever that saved the heroes and Western civilization. The white man who wants to resist the onslaught of the colored barbarians and the Moslems has unknowingly succumbed to the same temptation as the super villains. He has been told for over a century now that white men do not fight in defense of their own people. They can organize protest marches, if they get protest permits, they can climb tall buildings and throw pamphlets into the streets, but they must not kill the people who are killing their people or the people who ordered the murders. Why mustn’t they kill in defense of their people? They must not kill in defense of their people because Jacobins rule the Western nations. And the first rule of Jacobinism is that only ‘the people’ have a right to revolt; all non-people must submit to their own extermination. At first, ‘the people’ were the French proletariat, but over time all white people became the aristocrats; they were the non-people who had to be purged. The term “white privilege” is used to justify the extermination of the white race; we are all, from the white street person, to the Wall Street executive, guilty of white privilege. And we all must die. The liberal does not wish to die — he does not have a death wish; he wants all whites, excepting himself and a few elite liberals, to die while the blacks stand with their hats in their hands as the great white liberal passes. If you can see the liberals’ favorite film without vomiting take a look at the scene where Atticus Finch walks by the negroes in the balcony of the courtroom. “Stand up, your father is passing.” Does the liberal, who cries every time he sees that scene, but remains dry-eyed over the torture murder of babies in the womb and of white people in South Africa and the United States, ever ask himself why the blacks hate that movie? They hate that movie because they don’t want to worship the great white liberal god. They want Babylon unvarnished and unpolluted by any white presence, even the presence of the self-anointed liberal messiahs. What if baby killers started dying by the thousands? What if government officials who proudly proclaimed that Europe would become Moslem by 2020 were found dead in their beds? What if black barbarians and Moslems who rape, murder, and pillage were killed by masked raiders instead of pampered and pardoned by a liberal, white-hating, ‘justice’ system? (2) It would be very undemocratic to be part of any type of action against the Jacobin establishment. But why are the Jacobins and their anti-European, anti-Christian governments sacred? Why must we refrain from killing those people who are killing our people? In 770 a small group of Spanish Christians met in a cave and took a vow, “To the Knife!” Some 700 years later The Cid drove the Moslems out of Spain. Now the Moslems, the black barbarians, and every other heathen race have descended upon the European nations. Yes, we always have eternal Europe. And if we are the last Europeans left on the face of the earth we should go down fighting while holding eternal Europe, His Europe, before our eyes. But does the kingdom of temporal Europe have to die? What will be the result if a few Europeans take the vow, “To the knife”? We don’t know. The death of the West statisticians cannot tell us, because they don’t know; no one but God knows. And it is God’s will that we should not know. He wants us to stay loyal to His Europe, not to be historical prognosticators. Those who repudiate their past (and in the past white men fought for their people) in the name of a utopian future always end up on the side of Satan. The French, after the cataclysm of 1789, did not heal the wounds or tie up the threads again, did not take hold of themselves and turn a hatred of violent overthrows into a primary political principle. On the contrary, with Tradition and Reason frozen into permanent incompatibilities – hardening against one another in order to produce a standing discontinuity in the very structure of French politics. The overthrow of 1789 became a matter for glory and emulation – a thing to be repeated. There emerged therefore a romantic hypostasization of Revolution as such. – H. Butterfield That romance, the satanic revolt against all things Christian and European, has become part of the blood faith of the European liberals. Wherever satanic revolt sprang up, the liberals supported that revolt and demonized the opponents of the revolt. The northern Jacobins supported the war to set the darkies free and demonized the white Southerners. The white Russians who fought for the Czar were ‘evil oppressors,’ and Trotsky and Lenin were the noble revolutionaries. Castro came down from the hills to free his people, while Franco, who came back from exile to free his people from Communist tyranny, was vilified his entire life. And now every black murderer and Moslem jihadist becomes a noble revolutionary, and their opponents are right-wing reactionaries. But are there any opponents of the liberals’ romance? No, there are not. A romance can only be defeated by another romance. When white men respond to white genocide with ten-point programs outlining the need for white identity, and when white people proudly declare their commitment to the principles of democratic government, even though democratic governments are destroying the white race, we can see that white people do not have that within which is necessary to defeat the Jacobin liberals and their temporary allies, the colored barbarians and the heathens. Let us go back to our Apostle, the apostle who loved and hated with all his heart. St. Paul was not an intellectual, he was not an Erasmus type figure who was concerned with Christology, philosophy, and theology. There are no definitions of God in Paul’s writings, yet he gives us a much more distinct image of Christ than any theological or philosophical treatise ever did or could. It is not Mass attendance, or ten-step programs to a better understanding of God that concern St. Paul. He cares only about Christ crucified and Christ risen. Intimacy with that God is all and all to St. Paul. And how is that intimacy achieved? It is achieved through the charity that never faileth. There is a link between Burke’s defense of old Europe, where men had “that charity of honor,” and St. Paul’s “better way,” the way of charity. St. Paul set the church of Christ on the right course. Christ, not Christology, was to rule the church. It was the mission of our people, the Europeans of the hearth, the soil, and the blood, to place Christ, the hero-God, back in His proper place as true God and true man. The Europeans came as conquerors, but they bent their knees, not to a theology, but to their Lord, Savior, and Kinsman. Jacobinism, which is institutionalized Satanism, arose in Europe as a result of the spread of intellectual Christianity over Pauline Christianity. When Christianity became a philosophical system, the romance of the Christ story was drained out of the church, and Satan filled the void in the Europeans’ souls with the romance of revolt. Burke, who still saw Christ as the first Europeans saw Christ, immediately knew what Jacobinism was. It was an assault on God by way of an attack on the traditions, prejudices, customs, and manners that stemmed from the Europeans’ heartfelt faith in Jesus Christ. It is the heart that sees the romantic vision. Kill the heart and the romance is gone. No power on earth nor the powers of hell could make the Europeans give way to the heathens and the colored barbarians if they still believed in the romance of the Christ story. But intellectual Christians, who have left the romance of Christian Europe behind them in the non-utopian past, must try to graft their Christian non-faith onto some aspect of the Jacobin faith in revolt. The Moslems, the black barbarians, the Jews, the philosophical speculators are all part of the Jacobin revolt. If they can graft their intellectual Christianity onto one of those branches of revolt, the new age intellectual Christians can become part of the romance of the revolt against Christian Europe. The modern world, which the Christ-less Christians have made their world, views everything from white, Christian Europe as unspeakably vile. But isn’t it a case of, “Wisdom and goodness to the vile seem vile; Filths savour but themselves.”? The difference lies in our heart’s vision. Can the romance of Christ crucified, Christ risen, be blended with the Jacobins’ romance of revolt? Almighty God, forbid it! When white ‘Christians’ give birth to black babies hatched in science labs, when Englishmen elect a Moslem Mayor of London, it is time to take the vow, “To the Knife!” The romance of revolt can only be defeated by the romance of Christ crucified, Christ risen, which was and always shall be the one true romance of the European people. + (1) I hope the AfD party in Germany actually wins a national election, I hope Trump wins the Presidency, but such victories, should they occur, are only rear guard measures to cover the retreat of the white race. That charity of honor demands we stop looking to the democratic process as the white man’s only salvation. The liberals have made their intentions clear. They are committed to the destruction of the white race. Must we submit to that destruction if we can’t get enough votes? (2) I am constantly hearing, from the white pacifists, that the vigilante violence of the masked youths in Sweden will only lead to anarchy and hooliganism. Are such pacifists so morally blind that they cannot see that what they call hooliganism and anarchy is a moral and necessary response to hooliganism and anarchy? It appears so. If our laws are not grounded in the traditional faith of the European people, they are not laws, they are the decrees of revolutionary tribunals determined to destroy God by destroying His people.	<urn:uuid:bf56847a-d20a-4467-8cef-693b5b91631d>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://cambriawillnotyield.com/2016/05/07/blood-hearth-and-faith/	2023-10-04T21:04:22Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.965855	3,092
We are thrilled to introduce the Camellia Fiber Community! This community is our way of showing appreciation for our customers with special gifts, discounts, project support, and of course: beautiful, heirloom-quality yarn! And it’s a way for you to help shape the future of Camellia Fiber Company by becoming members and helping us understand the products and services that best serve you. Each membership includes: Access to the Camellia Fiber Company private Facebook group (where we will host exclusive giveaways!) Free domestic shipping on all orders from our online shop (and 50% off all international orders) Two free knitting patterns of your choice from our online pattern shop Four amazing "Community Boxes" delivered to your door, each one filled with limited edition yarns not available to the general public, special gifts, fiber accessories, and other surprises! There are two membership levels, based on the type of Community Box you prefer: The Verbena Box: The Verbena Box is delivered four times per year (in March, June, September and December), and each box will include two skeins of either Merino Worsted or Merino Sport (your choice) in limited edition seasonal hand-dyed colorways. Think speckled yarn and natural dyes! Each box will also include a variety of extra surprise gifts such as a CFC tote bag, extra yarn, and other fiber accessories. The Verbena subscription is $20 per month (billed monthly to your credit card), OR you can pay a one time fee of $220 (for a savings of $20.) The Begonia Box: The Begonia box is also delivered four times per year (March, June, September and December), and each box will feature either our bulky handspun, handspun art yarn, Unicorn yarn, or weaver’s packs and grab bags in limited-edition colorways. You can expect three skeins of yarn per box, or equivalent fiber in weight. Each box will also include a variety of extra surprise gifts such as a CFC tote bag, extra yarn, and other fiber accessories. The Begonia subscription is $40 per month (billed monthly to your credit card), or a one-time fee of $440 (for a savings of $40). (Please note that boxes may vary from member to member. All sales are final, no refunds are permitted.) To join the community, please choose one of the payment options below. International: Please choose shipping option accordingly:	<urn:uuid:5ee61043-56bb-4fdd-a24e-334df8606225>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://camelliafibercompany.com/collections/cf-community	2023-10-04T20:48:22Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.923892	518
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IIT Madras Placement 2023: In the ongoing academic year, the core engineering and R&D sectors accounted for most of the PPOs till date with 44%, followed by analytics, consulting, and finance with 30%, IT with 16% and FMCG with 10%, said IIT Madras. 44% increase in PPO 333 in 2022-23 in compare tp 231 in 2021 -22. As many as 333 PPOs or pre-placement (PPO) offers, as on Nov 13, have been made to the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) students during the 2022-23 academic year, claims the institute. Last year, 231 PPO offers were made. The PPOs will continue to be made till the commencement of phase I of campus placements, which is scheduled for December 1, the IIT added. As per the report.	<urn:uuid:9947913c-a9c5-42e9-923d-8830825b751e>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://campusutra.com/b-tech-placement-2023-update-44-increase-in-ppos-at-iit-madras/	2023-10-04T20:03:21Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.916094	240
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One of the best ways to plan for the future, and ensure that your final wishes are carried out, is to have a valid Will in place. Writing or updating your Will can be an overwhelming prospect. However, with the right legal advice it can be much simpler than you think. To help, we offer a range of obligation free Will writing offers to help our supporters and the broader WA community access professionally prepared standard Wills at a reduced cost. The importance of a Will Simply put, a Will helps to ensure that the needs of those important to you are met, in a way that you are comfortable with, whether that be family, friends, charities or even pets. In Western Australia, if you don’t have a valid Will the Court will appoint an Administrator who will determine how your estate will be distributed. This means that you won’t have any say in who benefits from your estate, or who manages it. It may also cost more to finalise your estate as there is more paperwork involved. Making sure that your Will is up to date and valid will gives you and those you care about peace of mind and confidence that your wishes will be upheld. Our Pop Up Will writing offer Each year, in partnership with local law firms and charities, we offer Pop Up Will events across WA. This service gives you access to local legal professionals who can help you create a valid and properly drafted Will. Our next special Will writing offer will be held in Albany. Keep an eye on our website for the next event in your community. Albany Pop Up Will writing service Cancer Council WA and Guide Dogs WA are partnering with local Albany law firm, Springdale Legal, to offer a professionally prepared standard* Will for just $132! There’s never been a better and more affordable time to write your Will, with this exclusive offer available to our Great Southern supporters. You will be allocated an appointment time between 9.00am – 5.00pm, Thursday 23 – Friday 24 March 2023. Appointments will be held at Springdale Legal. Our team will also be at Albany Plaza during this time if you want to pop in for a chat. *A standard Will does not include complex matters such as controls or trust, ownership of companies and business interests or blended families. How leaving a gift in your will helps your community We encourage you to think of your loved ones first when it comes to distributing your assets, and then consider leaving what’s left to a cause that you are passionate about. Caroline Bryndzej, our Philanthropy Manager, says donations in Wills were invaluable and one of the largest single sources of funding for the organisation. “Every year 13,000 West Australians hear the words ‘you have cancer’ and in 2017, over 400 of those were from the Great Southern region,” she said. “As a community-funded organisation we rely on donations, fundraising and support to continue providing prevention and early detection messages, and much-needed support to families affected by cancer. “By having a valid Will you can help ensure your wishes are fulfilled and your loved ones are looked after, as well as creating a lasting legacy by helping provide care today and hope for the future. “Including a gift for us in your Will, no matter the size, will make a real difference in helping us to reduce the impact and incidence of cancer in our South West,” Caroline adds. - Find out more about leaving a gift in your Will - Read about others who have left gifts in their Wills - Find cancer support and resources	<urn:uuid:d7f21d4e-3671-449b-b0bf-65508e971866>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://cancerwa.asn.au/news/have-you-been-meaning-to-write-your-will/	2023-10-04T19:54:23Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.947614	757
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Why portfolio diversification is always a good idea 11:09, 23 May 2019 When it comes to investing, portfolio diversification is essential. Why? Without it, you run the risk of losing everything if one investment, sector or market fails. Here, we discuss diversification in detail, explaining its importance and ways of ensuring your personal portfolio is diversified. It’s all about the asset classes When speaking about diversification, it's important to first understand what the asset classes are. So let’s quickly recap the definition. An asset class can be explained as a grouping of investments that exhibit similar characteristics and behave alike in the marketplace. Historically, the three principal asset classes have been equities, fixed income and money market instruments or cash equivalents. Today, the list has enlarged, and most investment professionals include many more assets than just stocks and bonds in their portfolios. These can be: The big general asset classes can be broken down into subclasses by size, industry and location. Each asset class offers a different degree of risk and return investment characteristics and perform differently in a particular market environment. Investors interested in maximising returns often do so by reducing portfolio risk through asset class diversification. What is your sentiment on META? What does diversification mean? Ever heard the adage about not putting your all your eggs in one basket? The same concept applies to the management of your investment portfolio. And here is how. Diversification is a technique of a risk management strategy that mixes a wide variety of investments within a portfolio. Used by both investors and traders to reduce risk, it allocates investments among various asset classes of different sizes, industries and countries. The idea behind this technique is that the good performance of some investments balances out the negative performance of others in your portfolio. Its goal is to maximise returns by investing in different areas that would each react differently to the same economic event. Most investment professionals agree that, although it does not fully guarantee against loss, portfolio diversification is the most important component of reaching long-range financial goals while reducing risk. So, why portfolio diversification is important? By diversifying your portfolio, you're acknowledging that the market is extremely volatile: one year, some assets will flop, while the next year they'll do just great. There are several benefits of portfolio diversification. The key advantages are: Risk reduction. Truth be told, you can't eliminate risk completely, but you can manage the level of it. If one investment performs poorly, other investments may perform much better over the same period of time, minimising the potential loss of your investment portfolio. Portfolio hedging. Diversification allows a portfolio to grow both when markets blossom and returns crumble in one sector. Investors who have had 100% equity portfolios over the past decade have likely seen very poor returns due to the overall unstable stock market performance. If included investments in bonds, commodities, and currencies, their portfolios would have experienced greater returns. By diversifying a portfolio, an investor gets the chance to achieve positive returns in one market while another market doesn't do well. Capital preservation. Some investors strive for capital appreciation, while others use capital preservation as their investment objective. Capital preservation allows you to protect the money you already have, rather than focusing on the rate of return for your investments. Portfolio diversification makes it much easier for an investor to protect their savings, allocating money to different investments. Returns generating. Diversification comes in handy when some investments don’t perform as expected, so you don’t have to depend entirely on one source of income. A good diversification strategy helps investors to avoid the worst of market ups and downs. With enough variety in your portfolio, you will usually own some investments that are in favour. The assets that perform better help cushion the blow of those that are falling. How it works So, portfolio diversification means not investing everything you have in one area. Let's see how it works in an example. Imagine you own an investment portfolio that consists of only tech stocks – the FAANG constituents in particular. So, FB, AAPL, AMZN, NFLX, and GOOGL have been a big deal at the beginning of 2018. At that time, your portfolio was smooth sailing, bringing you large stable returns. However, in the second half of the same year, these companies have shown rather poor performance, losing a combined $728 billion in market value. Then, you would literally lose everything at once. Sounds tough, doesn’t it? If, however, you counterbalanced your tech stocks with a couple of others from different industries, only a small part of your portfolio would be affected and the downturn wouldn't hit you as hard. You can invest in dozens of stocks, but if they’re all British iron ore companies, you aren’t truly diversified. In case if the entire sector goes down in value, so will your money. Therefore, it is important to diversify across not only different types of companies and their cap-sizes but also industries. Geographics also matter, as volatility in Australia most likely won’t affect securities in the US, so investing in that country may reduce and offset the risks of investing at home. The more uncorrelated your assets are, the better. True diversification protects you from loss because, even if one of your investments completely tanks, it won’t drag down the performance of your entire portfolio. How to diversify like a pro How many assets do you need to achieve diversification? The majority of active investors suggest that a well-diversified portfolio should include at least 30 stocks. This belief comes from research on ‘Some Studies of Variability of Returns on Investments in Common Stock’ conducted back in 1970 by James H. Lorie and Lawrence Fisher. However, for many, especially novices, owning more than 10 investments can already be overwhelming. Don’t chase after quantity. Diversify by strategy, size, sector, industry and country. Here are some tips on how to diversify your portfolio. A good portfolio should be diversified at two levels: between and within asset categories. So in addition to allocating your investments among bonds, stocks and other asset categories, you may also consider spreading out your investments within each of them. The key is to identify investments in segments of each asset category that may perform differently under the same market conditions. Your portfolio should also include a mix of defensive and growth assets classes: Defensive assets, such as cash or fixed interest, generally provide a lower return over the long term, but also a lower level of risk and volatility than growth assets. Growth assets, such as shares or property, generally provide longer term capital gains, but typically have a higher level of risk. Because achieving diversification can be quite challenging, some investors may find it easier to diversify within each asset category through the ownership of mutual funds, such as Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), rather than through individual investment holdings. These make it easy to own a small portion of several investments. You may have to invest in more than one mutual fund to achieve the diversification you seek. Within asset categories, look for large company stock funds as well as some small company and international stock funds. Between asset categories, look for stock and bond funds. However, as you add more investments to your portfolio, don’t forget that you are likely to pay additional fees, which will, in turn, lower your investment returns. So you’ll need to consider these costs when choosing the best way to diversify your portfolio. After you choose the assets, you have to decide how much of your portfolio you want each investment to be. It’s important to review and rebalance your investment portfolio regularly to make sure the asset allocation is still meeting your investment goals. Careful diversification of your assets is a significant part of financial planning. 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Marietta, GA (January 5, 2022) – Around 4:10 p.m. on the afternoon of Wednesday, January 5, a car accident with injuries occurred in Dalton. According to officials, the accident happened at the intersection of Powder Spring Street and Garrison Road. Police confirmed that three vehicles were traveling in the area when they collided with one another due to unknown reasons after entering the intersection. The vehicles were extensively damaged and had to be removed from the scene. Paramedics, fire crews, and numerous other responders were called to the scene to help those in need. One or more victims were injured in the accident. The injured victims were taken to local hospitals for treatment of their injuries. The roadway was blocked in the area for an extended period of time until police were able to clear the scene. The investigation into the circumstances of the accident continues. Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery. Car Accidents in Georgia Hundreds of thousands of people are injured in serious car accidents throughout Georgia every single year. In just one recent year’s time in Georgia, over 116,000 people were injured in car accidents within the state due to the recklessness of others. These accidents can typically be prevented but continue to occur due to the careless acts of others. Some of the most common causes of car accidents include driver distractions, intoxication, speeding, drowsy driving, and more. If you have been hurt in a serious car accident, it is up to you to show that another party is at fault for your accident. You have many rights and options as you move forward. It is important that you speak with a dedicated accident attorney in your time of need. The aftermath of a car accident can impact your life in many ways, which is why you should speak with a Marietta car accident lawyer as soon as possible. Many serious injuries result from car accidents including spinal cord injuries, TBIs, broken bones, organ damage, and more. Suffering from these injuries can leave you in a difficult position. You may wonder what deadlines you will have to meet or what evidence you will need to move forward when it comes to your case. If you have sustained injuries in a car accident, you may be feeling alone and confused. You should be prepared to speak with a Marietta personal injury attorney as soon as possible. Marietta Car Accident Attorneys Because it can be difficult to face the aftermath of an accident, our attorneys at Kenneth S. Nugent, PC are here for you. We understand how overwhelmed you may be feeling after a car crash on both physical and financial levels. Speaking with an attorney can lessen the stress that you may be feeling after an accident. We will help you work toward the compensation you deserve for a wide array of aspects. These include medical bills, lost income, therapy costs, pain and suffering, and so much more. Please do not hesitate to contact an accident attorney in Marietta at (888) 579-1790 for more information on how we can assist you. Note: We have constructed this post using outside sources, including news bulletins and first-hand accounts from outside sources. The details concerning this accident have not been independently verified and so, if you have identified false information, please inform us immediately. We will adjust the post to reflect accurate content. Disclaimer: At Kenneth S. Nugent, PC Attorneys at Law, we are always looking to improve the quality and safety of our state and have been saddened by the outcome of many accidents across Georgia. We hope to inform those in our community about these accidents in the hopes that they will work to avoid serious Georgia accidents in the future. These posts are not to be taken as a solicitation for business. The information within should never be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. We hope that all involved in these accidents will receive a speedy recovery.	<urn:uuid:e37d49d0-5062-4019-87d8-704bdc1b3f54>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://caraccidentnewsnetwork.com/marietta-ga-car-accident-at-powder-springs-st-garrison-rd/	2023-10-04T18:52:33Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.973108	800
About your role: The Maintenance Technician has a broad variety of different tasks to perform. The primary role is to contribute to Xycarb business goals and objectives by setting up, installing, maintaining and repairing machines and facility equipment in line with safety, predictive and productive maintenance systems and processes. 1st Shift - Monday-Friday 6:00am to 2:30pm Pay is based on years of experience. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The essential duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following: General Job information - Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to mechanical, basic electrical, 3-phase circuitry 110v/480V, pumps, motors, A/C’s, chillers, compressors, CNC mills, CNC lathes, centrifuges, etc. - Read and interpret equipment diagrams, schematics, operation manuals and manufacturer’s specifications - Adhere to and enforce all safety regulations and policies, Follow all OSHA and ISO standards Machines and Equipment - Set up and install production machines and plant facility equipment - Test machines and equipment for the purpose of final acceptance - Assist in training and instructing personnel - Analyze machine and equipment problems and determine how to handle the repair - Instruct operators in how to use the machinery and equipment - Plan the regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment, and plant facilities - Analyzes the general and condition of critical parts and determine if any special repair or replacement is needed - Organize the availability of spare parts - Perform the maintenance - Analyze and solve problems in order to minimize down time - Instruct operators in order to prevent future problems - Suggest and implement improvements on working methods, preventative maintenance schedule etc. - Diagnose problems, replace parts, test, and make adjustments - Make and repair parts by using metalworking tools, lathes, drill press, grinder etc. Handle other miscellaneous duties as needed. Education and Experience: - Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent - Formal vocational training in Industrial Maintenance or CNC Maintenance Technician is Preferred - Previous experience in maintenance or other related fields, CNC controls performing repairs and preventative maintenance - Familiarity with maintenance tools, hand tools, power tools, precision-measuring and testing instruments, machinery, facility equipment and material handling equipment - Knowledge and prior experience in hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanics, basic plc, HVAC and vacuum furnace - Experience in handling production methods and processes, repair and service methods, standards, maintenance forms and documentation - Use of computer and wide range of programs including MS-Office and Lotus Notes - Ability to handle physical workload up to 50 lbs - Deadline and detail-oriented - Ability to work independently with limited supervision and within a team environment - Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with frequently shifting priorities - And, last but not least, to live up to the core competencies of Schunk Xycarb Technology: Innovation, Collaboration, and Customer Focus - Job requires bending, stooping, walking, sitting, and reaching overhead - Manufacturing environment; may be exposed to loud noises, changing temperatures, machinery with moving parts and quartz materials - Must be able to work and be comfortable in required appropriate PPE. This includes but is not limited to appropriate gowning, coat, hairnet, mask, gloves and feet booties - Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds regularly, pushing, pulling, and standing for long periods of time - Working with hazardous materials that require the operator to take great care at all time - Required to have visual acuity to perform assigned tasks - Able to work overtime, call-ins and weekends as needed - Able to work in a fast-paced environment Work Hours: 1st Shift – Monday - Friday 6:00am to 2:30pm Must pass pre-employment testing Must be legally authorized to work in the US What we offer: - Health benefits including medical, dental & vision - Company paid life insurance and short-term & long-term disability - Paid Time Off and 10 paid company holidays - 401(k) employer safe harbor contribution: Company contribution of 3% of your salary - Quarterly Profit-sharing bonus - Tuition reimbursement/Educational assistance - Annual Safety Shoe & RX Safety Glasses Allowance for all the employees - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Travel Assistance - Employee Referral Bonus up to $3000 per referral - Sign-on Bonus up to $3000 for all employees & many more! 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The Infiniti ESQ debuted on the Chengdu Auto Show last month. To get some more attention the Infiniti marketing department in Beijing brought one shiny silver example to the super hip The Village shopping mall, where it was Spotted in China by Reader MB4Ever, thank you for the pictures! The daring ESQ loox rather good in shiny silver. If you wanna go crazy, why not go the whole way..? The vehicle was parked on a mirroring platform surrounded by mirroring stakes. The Infiniti ESQ is a China-only compact SUV based on the Nissan Juke Nismo. It comes with a hefty body kit, a redesigned grille, and a luxurious interior. Power will come from a 1.6 liter four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine with 200hp and 250nm mated to a CVT. The ESQ will launch on the Chinese auto market in October. Price will range from about 200.000 to 300.000 yuan ($32.000 – 49.000).	<urn:uuid:2ee3fdca-0b5f-4f96-9a21-c6c752805684>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://carnewschina.com/2014/09/10/infiniti-esq-is-shiny-silver-in-china/	2023-10-04T20:17:26Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.90097	211
Tottenham Hotspur took their first tottering steps towards the new Premier League season by playing in a friendly match against League One opponent Ipswich Town at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday. Spurs started with a fairly strong, mostly first choice lineup and ended with the kids, scoring three times in the first half en route to a 3-0 win. Ryan Sessegnon opened the scoring, and Son Heung-Min added a brace for the hosts. 7’ — GOAL! Tottenham lead from their first shot, and it’s from Ryan Sessegnon. Dele Alli found him cutting in from the left wing, and Sess hit it into the bottom left corner. Spurs lead 1-0! 9’ — GOAL! Son Heung-Min capitalizes on a lazy backpass from Ipswich, and pounces to score an easy goal. 2-0 lead and Spurs aren’t even ten minutes into the match. 29 — GOAL! Sonny with his second from a gorgeous forward pass from Juan Foyth. Sonny took it in stride and chipped the keeper. 3-0 to Spurs. 42’ — Nearly a third from Sonny from a lovely cross by Gedson. Son gets a toe to the ball but it flies just over the bar. Just after, Hojbjerg gets a head to a Son corner but Cornell is there to make the save. Four changes for Mourinho at halftime: Dennis Cirkin, Jack Clarke, Cameron Carter Vickers and Joe Hart on at halftime. Ipswich change all 11 players. 63’ — Shot on target from Sessegnon, but it’s low and straight at the keeper. Much fewer chances this half than in the first. 63’ — Sub for Spurs as Hojbjerg comes off for 18-year old Harvey White. 71’ — Two 16-year old debuts! Dane Scarlett and Alfie Devine are on for Lucas Moura and Winks. 74’ — Another sub! Jamie Bowden on for Spurs, Dele goes off. 80’ — Very close from Scarlett! The 16-year old nearly got a boot on a cross from Jack Clarke, but he couldn’t quite get there. Would’ve been a lovely debut goal. FULL TIME — Not a lot of chances in the second half, and that’s fine. Final score — 3-0. Son Heung-Min — Two goals, and nearly a third in not a lot of minutes. Sonny looked pretty sharp against League One opposition playing in his preferred slot on the left flank. Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg — Hard to take too much from this match but he was solid enough in his Spurs debut. Interesting that he played in front of Harry Winks and not as the holder. Dele — Worked hard at the tip of the spear for Spurs and had some lovely moments. Really, really (really) wanted to score and came close a couple of times. Gedson Fernandes — Played at right back in the Aurier Role™ and was useful. One of the Carty Free masthead said he showed more promise there against Ipswich than we’ve seen from him in any other position thus far. Notes and Observations - The team that ended the match had very little in common with the team that started it. By the end, it was basically Toby and the Kids™ with most of the team being 19 or younger. We got club debuts for 16-year olds Alfie Devine, whom Spurs signed from Wigan this summer, and striker Dane Scarlett, who was inches from becoming a Spurs academy folk legend like Tom Carroll or Marcus Edwards. Also runouts for Jamie Bowden, Harvey White, Cameron Carter-Vickers (who still looks thicc) and probably others whom I’m forgetting. - Dennis Cirkin looked impressive in his appearance, defending well and getting forward and looking to progress the ball. I also enjoyed watching Jack Clarke, who was pretty lively if a touch uneven. - It was fun to get a look at the youf but honestly, very few if any of them are going to heavily feature for Spurs this season, and that includes Cirkin. This might help a bunch of them get some loans, though. The kids are all right. - Joe Hart played for like 25 minutes and barely touched the ball. Maybe he shouted the ball away from goal a few times, but he could’ve been back there checking Instagram for all that it mattered. - Hard to take away too much from this match, but Spurs looked in much better form than they do most preseasons at this time, probably because the last season ended like three weeks ago or something. - TIL that Ipswich Town are known as the Tractor Boys. Cool. - Next preseason match: next Friday, August 28, vs. Reading.	<urn:uuid:ce3d82a8-5a9a-4583-bd45-d3fd040093b0>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://cartilagefreecaptain.sbnation.com/2020/8/22/21396984/tottenham-3-0-ipswich-spurs-ease-past-tractor-boys-in-preseason-friendly	2023-10-04T20:06:17Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.960724	1,039
It nevertheless is a very disturbing facet to know that your car has got the cracked engine block. The reason behind this fact is that the engine problems are not as ordinary issues as the other car parts’ problems, that is to say, easy to mend or fix. The engine issues weigh load on your pockets. Sometimes, it is kind of not feasible to find its cure and make it operate once again while resulting in purchasing a new one. Nevertheless, whenever you get such information that there might be some identification of the issue “cracked engine block” then you need to inquire about this i.e. what should I know about a cracked engine issue? What Can Be Some Common Symptoms Of The Cracked Engine Block? The symptoms comprise of the extreme heating, blue or grey smoke discharge beneath the hood or bad functioning. Typically the reason generates from overheating instigated by low coolant, critical weather, or overloading. In this regard, you need to be certain to sort out the issue so that you save the head gasket from blowing. In this piece of writing, we will talk about the key things including the symptoms, causes, and the risk factors of overlooking the problem. Conclusively, we will discuss the price and other solutions you have got in hand. Symptoms Of Cracked Engine Block - Extreme Heating: - Bad Functioning - Discharge of smokes - Mixture of fluid 1. Extreme Heating The first sign that one can look at is engine overheating. Moreover, a break is an absolute site for fluids i.e. coolant and anti-freeze to leak. These two fluids are necessary for retaining the engine at an ideal temperature level. When they can’t move throughout the block, they can’t perform. Look for the temperature gauge in the red or the arcane low coolant levels. You should know that overlooking an engine that is running hot will only make the situation poorer. 2. Bad Functioning The pistons place in the engine block which controls the vehicle. The ignition system supplies a spark from the battery, instigating an outburst that stirs the pistons, generating power. In case there is a break than some of that energy leaks, signifying the lesser pressure, which causes a reduction in functioning. Look for the uneven hollowness or the low fuel economy, which recommends there is a snap in the engine block. 3. Discharge of Smokes The blue or grey smoke showing beneath the hood is another sign of the cracked engine block. The only location you should observe smoke emitting is the exhaust pipe. Thus, if it is another area then there is a good possibility a crack is present. Obviously, in case this occurs then you will expectedly have other signs for instance bad conditioning, seepage, or extreme heating. 4. Mixture of Fluid In case you want to know that there is some crack in your engine then you can examine beneath the oil cap. Watch for the creamy and whitish grease or filth which depicts that oil might be blending with the coolant. These two things move through distinct parts of the block, so the only method they can blend is in case there is a crack linking them. In case you observe a piling beneath the cap, you might also observe a pool of liquid under your automobile which recommends seepage. A number of symptoms recommend a crack in your engine block; however one of the most evident in the pool of the fluid beneath your vehicle. The cause for this is that the parts fluids move through are closed. On the contrary, in case there is a break, they will escape through. However, a leak does not always entail that there is a crack available. It does signify you should look for more symptoms like extreme heating or bad functioning. Now that we have wrapped a few of the core signs then it is high time to reevaluate what reasons an engine block to break initially. Causes Of Cracked Engine Block 1. The Low Coolant The most known reason behind the crack in an engine block roots from the extreme heating, as per mechanics. This instigates it to inflate; making microscopic gaps that will expand in case the problem continues. The reason for moving coolant through the block is to retain it within a safe temperature variety. In case you are driving low on the engine coolant, then there is nothing to offset the heat from mounting to the dangerous levels. For this cause, you need to be certain to look for the coolant gauge and increase more when it gets low. 2. Undue Stress You can also instigate a crack in your engine block by overloading it. Stuff like superchargers and turbochargers might improve the functioning; however, they also increase a lot of stress on the block. Directly from the factory, engines are manufactured to function at ideal levels. For this cause, in case you do conclude to increase external parts, you need to be certain to bond with OEM products to alleviate the dangers. Moreover, you need to be watchful of overloading your motor when pulling a load or trailer. The extra stress might not be the core reason a block can take a break, however, it can cause. You need to be certain to look into the car booklet for pulling some details of your model. 3. The Water Pump Failure Now let’s come back to the foremost reason for an engine block-breaking i.e. extreme heating. Contemplate your water pump, which is in the duty of streaming coolant through the block to save it from catching temperature. The symptoms your water pump is breaking down comprises of coolant seepage, a whining noise coming from beneath the hood, or stream coming from your heater. However, most of them likely to go on between 30,000 to 100,000 miles. Thus, in case you have never had a problem with yours and it is in this range, it might be high time to get it checked. 4. The Maker’s Fault It is too rare to happen that the manufacturer’s fault can lead to a cracked engine block. Normally, this root from a mistake made during the molding procedures that result in thinning in the particular sections. For instance, the 2006 Honda civics for cracked engine block’s recall got allotted alongside the 07, 08, and 09 models. In case a crack occurs from a defect or fault, you can contact the manufacturer to ask about the feasible recalls. 5. The Acute Temperatures Conclusively, however not the least is where you reside. This thing matters a lot for the car you own. As you might have estimated that the warmer places add the dangers of extreme heating. On the contrary, cold areas demonstrate a risk as well due to freezing coolant. In case this occurs, it makes pressure in contrast to the walls of the block, which can result in a crack. A great way to protect against this is to make sure you utilize coolant made for sub-zero temperatures. Let’s head towards the dangers of overlooking the factors mentioned previously. What Are The Dangers While Driving With A Cracked Engine Block? 1. The Electrical Shorts You might not get surprised by the results that can root from overlooking a cracked engine block. One of these is the electrical short. Since you have estimated, these kinds of problems are good to prohibit due to the problem of undertaking them. What happens is that when there is a break. The high-pressure coolant will escape through and marinate the surrounding parts. Not only do you have to care about the electrical sections under the hood. However, there is also the fuse compartment to contemplate which can influence the entire system. 2. The Blown Head Gasket You probably may like to evade the blown head gasket. It can surely result in the heads distorting which is an expensive mending since the engine block cracks normally root from the extreme heat. Mending the block in the earlier stage usually keeps you from getting new ones. However, in case you wait until they kick-back then the expense goes up considerably. You need to be sure to watch prior mentioned signs to make sure a cracked engine block repair expenses as little as possible. 3. The Depressurized Cooling System The coolant can get boiled when the cooling system becomes depressurized. This surely lessens how operative it is at doing the duty properly. When it is not functioning as it should, it does not cool the whole block correctly which can possibly result in a blown head gasket. It has surely become evident that the cracked engine block is a very critical and crucial issue. It is time to check a few methods to fix one and how much you can likely pay. The Cracked Engine Block Repair Costs and Techniques There are two kinds of breaks i.e. internal and external. The former is not apparent from the outside and normally results in the blending of the fluids inside the block. The latter type is when you will observe the seepage of oil, coolant, or anti-freeze. Keep in mind that an engine block begins as a single chunk of metal, either aluminum or high-quality iron. On this ground, when you fix it, the area is never as sturdy as it was before the mending. Let’s check the mending methods. 1. The Re-Wielding Relying on the acuteness of the break, you may be able to have it closed with an arc welder. However, it is essential to observe that doing so may direct to the distortion of the block. The most considerable factor that adds to the cost of mending an engine block is hard work which can get as high as $100 per hour. 2. The Cold Metal Stitching There is another choice to tack the metal altogether. Parallel to how you would sew a tear in fabrics. The problem is that sewing itself is prone to temperature deviations, making it not always the finest cure. It is also one of the most expensive choices to fix a cracked engine block due to it being time taking and difficult to implement. 3. The Cold Metal Patches In case you are after a less expensive remedy, there are areas obtainable that utilize adhesives to close the break. The issue is that they are not an enduring remedy. Parallel to sewing, they are prone to extreme temperatures. In case you opt to go this track, you need to be certain to watch prior mentioned signs that disclosed the crack firstly. 4. The Commercial Sealers In case you have seen a break in your engine block in the first place, just before it gets too inflates, you might be able to utilize a commercial sealant. These kinds of products get complemented to the cooling system and make a close between the cracks. However, in case it is established into something greater, you will have to fall back to one or other options to fix a repair cracked engine block. Additionally, there comes the cost. As we have already previously, the hourly rate to fix an engine block ran range as high as $100. Relying on the model of your automobile, the time needed can take as long as 35 hours. In case you ride a normal model with a classic engine, such as Chevrolet Impala with the 3.5 liter V6, you can guess it to take lesser time. On the contrary, you ride something less common like a Chevrolet Avalanche with the Vortec 8100 series, anticipating it to take longer. Increase in the cost of the portions, and you are looking at a normal of about $3,000 to $4,000 to fix a cracked engine block. Frequently Asked Questions – Cracked Engine Block 1. Is It Sealed Under The Warranty? In case your vehicle is still under its maker’s warranty, it is expectedly sealed, the similar goes for lengthy coverage. In case you are outside your guarantee, the finest bet is to examine in case there is an open recall. On the contrary, in case the reason roots from an add-on like a supercharger, it might not be correct. 2. Can I Vend A Car With A Cracked Engine Block? It is obvious that you need to be certain to preserve yourself. It is always good to expose any identified problems to the purchasers rather than hope they never find out. You need to make sure to add a bill of sale asserting the break got stated. 3. Is It Worth Mending A Broken Engine Block? It relies on the automobile. In case the broken engine block mending expenses cross the price of mounting a re-built engine instead, then no, it is not. A similar thing applies to the worth of your automobile, in case the repair is greater than what is its value, it is expected time to get free of it. Discovering that you have a break in your engine block is surely not good to start for your day. While there are choices to fix it, they are hardly worth functioning, particularly in case you ride an older model. Your best wager is to watch your engine, and always ascertain it has sufficient coolant. In case you do observe symptoms of a crack, get it examined primarily before it gets inferior.	<urn:uuid:57330db2-1ac5-4185-8164-b01735ce8af0>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://carupgrade.co/blog/cracked-engine-block-symptoms/	2023-10-04T19:57:20Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.952486	2,756
Casa Nuevo Vida knows the key role of proper nutrition for a faster (and not to mention, easier) recovery. Unlike other sober living homes, Casa Nuevo Vida has an in-house chef who caters to the residents’ varied nutritional needs. From Kosher to gluten-free diets, the in-house chef can create healthy concoctions that will hasten the recovery process of all the residents. To learn more about the connection of nutrition and addiction, read on for further information. A lot of people don’t realize how addiction can affect the body in multiple ways. First, not only does addiction take a huge toll on the body, the lasting physical effects can lead to a compromised immune system and illnesses in the future. Few realize the fact that recovery can start with one’s breakfast and continue well into the night as the person sleeps and metabolizes the food that he/she consumed throughout the day. The beginning of the recovery process is the best time to start supplementing with vitamins and minerals. Although a multivitamin is a great option to begin with (just one pill throughout the day – a no-fuss approach to supplementation), some physicians recommend different approaches depending on the current mental and physical state of the recovering person. Some physicians/homeopaths/naturopaths (depending on the client’s preferred health professional of choice) may recommend fish oil or fermented cod liver oil to hasten the recovery of the brain and other important bodily functions. People who recover from addiction need to cross out a number of things from their daily food list. Caffeine in all forms and simple sugars are considered highly addictive food substances and can replace the high of his/her drug of choice in the past. Certain drugs like Marijuana cause an increased desire for less nutrient dense food or junk food that is why a restrictive but still delicious diet is important in the earlier part of recovery. Antioxidant-rich food like fruits and vegetables are a great way to speed up the recovery process. Fruit or vegetable juices are an excellent way to cleanse the body of toxic buildup. For example, those who are recovering from alcohol addiction need a liver-cleansing diet. Sober living homes like Casa Nuevo Vida can provide nutrient-rich food and drinks thanks to the in-house chef who can cater to the specific nutritional needs of the residents. 4. Proper snacking A fully equipped sober living home like Casa Nuevo Vida can help clients choose proper snacking methods. Nuts, dried fruit, cheese, and yogurt are great snacking options to help curb cravings for junk food that can trigger even more cravings for their drug of choice. 5. A lifestyle overhaul A sober living environment like Casa Nuevo Vida can help advice clients on how to proceed with their lifestyle/food overhaul. When those in recovery are sound in health, they become more aware of the true functional potential of their bodies and are able to stay focused and on track. A past addictive lifestyle more or less may have wreaked havoc on one’s physical looks as well as the self-esteem department. This is why a nutritional overhaul can help with the recovery process in that people can recover emotionally, physically, mentally, and maybe even spiritually.	<urn:uuid:953e08a0-49ab-4789-a983-e80c18db15ba>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://casanuevovida.com/the-role-of-food-nutrition-in-recovery/	2023-10-04T19:45:35Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.926542	695
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Learn About the Law Get help with your legal needs FindLaw’s Learn About the Law features thousands of informational articles to help you understand your options. And if you’re ready to hire an attorney, find one in your area who can help. DOUBLE H HOUSING CORPORATION, Appellant, v. Brian DAVID, Appellee. Double H Housing Corporation (“Double H”) filed a Complaint for Possession in the Superior Court Landlord Tenant Branch, charging that its tenant, Brian David, had failed to pay rents due for October through December 2004. Double H now appeals the court's judgment in favor of David. We reverse in part, affirm in part, and remand. Factual Background and Procedural History In 1995, David entered into a lease agreement with Double H for an apartment located at 4601 Connecticut Avenue, N.W., for a lease term commencing July 29, 1995, and ending July 31, 1996.1 After the lease expired, David continued to occupy the apartment as a month-to-month tenant.2 By letter dated May 27, 2003, Double H notified David that his rent, which was then $1,473 per month, would increase effective August 1, 2003. The letter stated that the increased rate would be $1,488 per month if David signed a new lease. Otherwise, the new rent for continuation of David's month-to-month tenancy would be $1,561 per month. David commenced paying $1,488 per month as of August, 2003, but never signed a new lease. During a bench trial before the Honorable Mary Gooden Terrell, David testified that he had negotiated with Double H rental manager Tony Towler to pay that amount instead of the $1,561 quoted in the May 27, 2003 notice.3 The court admitted into evidence a past-due-rent notice that Double H sent to David on August 14, 2003 for failing to pay the $1,561, and Double H property manager Maria Wilsey testified that Double H had sent David other past-due notices as well. But no other past-due notices were introduced into evidence,4 and David testified that Double H sent him no “other notices that my rent was deficient or not paid correctly.” It was undisputed that Double H continued to negotiate David's payments of $1,488 per month for each month up to and including October 2004.5 This was notwithstanding the fact that on May 24, 2004, Double H sent David a letter notifying him that his rent would increase again effective July 1, 2004. In pertinent part, the May 24, 2004 letter advised David that he could “renew [his] current lease for another 12-month term starting July 1, 2004, at the same Lease rate of $1,561․ Should you decide not to sign for another one-year lease, your rental rate will be $1,611 per month.” David wrote a response letter to Double H explaining that his current rent was $1,488, not $1,561; asserting that the “12-month cycle for adjustments to the rent terms for my apartment commences August 1, not July 1”; and stating that he was agreeable to maintaining the rent at $1,488, but that a new lease “should not be necessary.” In a follow-up letter to David dated July 8, 2004, Wilsey stated that because David was on a month-to-month tenancy, “your rent may be increased at any time, given a 30-day notice,” that David had the option to “renew for another 12-month term for a monthly rate of $1,561, or to continue on a month to month term at a rate of $1,611 per month,” and that “[t]here is no offer to renew for a rate of $1,488 per month.” David continued to pay $1,488 per month and Double H cashed his checks for July, August, September and October, 2004. In November 2004, however, Double H began returning David's checks. Double H returned his checks for November and December 2004, and then, on December 20, 2004, filed its complaint for possession for non-payment of rent, which the complaint stated was $1,611 per month.6 The Superior Court docket sheet indicates that service of the complaint on David was accomplished by posting on January 14, 2005. One of Double H's trial exhibits indicates that Double H returned David's January 2005 check for $1,488, but cashed his February 2005 check for $1,488. The Superior Court docket sheet shows that beginning in March 2005, David made rent payments of $1,561 into the court registry, pursuant to what the docket sheet states was a “protective order by consent.” At the close of the bench trial held on October 5, 2005, the trial judge ruled that Double H was not entitled to the arrearages that it sought. The court reasoned that Double H was “entitled to rent increases, but it should not be conditioned upon whether someone negotiates a new lease,” because that approach “puts the tenant at a tremendous disadvantage.” The court ruled that the rental rate would be considered $1,488, the amount “that had been accepted for a whole year.” The court also held that the offer of a lower monthly rent in exchange for signing a new lease was “void.” The trial judge stated that “if the landlord wants to increase the rent, then they need to ․ do a rental increase, and not condition it upon any leases being signed․” This appeal followed. Double H's brief focuses on the following issue: whether a landlord, entitled to increase the rent charged to its month-to-month tenant, may require the tenant to execute a new lease agreement as a condition of receiving a discount from the otherwise applicable rent increase. We agree with Double H that a landlord may do so, absent circumstances that would support a finding that the tenant was effectively coerced into abandoning the month-to-month tenancy that he was entitled to maintain under District of Columbia law (specifically, D.C.Code § 42-3505.01). By providing that “no tenant shall be evicted from a rental unit, notwithstanding the expiration of the tenant's lease or rental agreement, so long as the tenant continues to pay the rent to which the housing provider is entitled for the rental unit,” section 42-3505.01 guarantees a holdover tenant the opportunity to continue his tenancy on a month-to-month basis as long as he pays the rent. It does not, however, mandate that any continued tenancy must be month-to-month or preclude the landlord and tenant from agreeing to a new or renewed lease. We can imagine a disparity between (i) the monthly rent charged to a tenant who continues residence as a month-to-month tenant and (ii) the monthly rent charged upon execution of a new lease, that is so large that the tenant is effectively forced to sign a new lease. In such a case, we might well hold that the “choice” presented by the landlord conflicts with section 42-3505.01, because it denies the tenant a meaningful opportunity to remain as a month-to-month tenant.7 But the trial court did not find (and the record provides no basis for a finding) that there was such a huge disparity here or that David was denied a meaningful choice.8 We therefore cannot agree that Double H was precluded from offering to charge David a discounted rent amount if he signed a new lease but charging him a higher monthly rent if he continued his month-to-month tenancy.9 To hold otherwise would, we think, encroach on the landlord's-and tenant's-“ ‘basic freedom to contract as he will,’ ” which we have said remains one of the “rather basic rights incident to the ownership of property [that] ought not to be summarily dismissed as obsolete” even under our modern statutory rental housing law. Goodman v. District of Columbia Rental Hous. Comm'n, 573 A.2d 1293, 1297 (D.C.1990) (quoting White v. Allan, 70 A.2d 252, 255 (D.C.1949)). Because we conclude that the trial court's judgment was not required in order to give effect to section 42-3505.01, we cannot uphold the judgment for the reasons that the trial court stated. However, our holding that Double H could condition a rent discount on David's signing a new lease does not lead us to declare that Double H is entitled to recover the rent it demanded for the period in issue. Rather, for reasons that we explain infra, for the months through October 2004, we affirm the court's judgment that David did not owe the rent that Double H demanded.10 For the period from November 2004 through February 2005, we remand the case to the trial court to determine the monthly payment amounts for which David was liable. Paragraph 32 of the 1995 lease agreement between Double H and David states as follows: HOLDING OVER: Should Tenant continue in possession after the end if the term, herein created with permission of the Landlord, it is agreed that the tenancy thus created can be terminated by either party giving to the other party no less than thirty (30) days' written notice from the first day of the month, to expire on the last day of the month. In so continuing the Landlord reserves the right to renegotiate new terms and conditions pertaining to the rent at that time, and the Tenant covenants and agrees to keep and fulfill all other conditions and agreements herein and in case of default in payment of rent, hereby waives the right of any notice to quit. Thus, the parties' agreement called for “renegotiat[ing] new terms and conditions pertaining to the rent” should David holdover after his lease expired. When Double H informed David unilaterally in May 2003 and May 2004 that the rent for continuing his month-to-month tenancy would increase to $1,561 as of August 1, 2003, and then to $1,611 as of July 1, 2004, David remained in his apartment and continued to pay only $1,488. The record makes clear that David did not simply agree to pay the higher rent that Double H demanded.11 He sought to negotiate a lower month-to-month rent, and in the meantime, simply held out, resisting Double H's demands and (it appears) hoping that Double H would relent and accept the lower amount ($1,488) that he tendered each month. The trial court found that Double H had accepted David's payments of $1,488 “for a whole year” after Double H announced the rent increase that would take effect on August 1, 2003. In fact, the evidence is that Double H accepted David's payments for fifteen months, i.e. through October 2004, notwithstanding a few protests along the way. The trial judge did not use the term “accord and satisfaction,” but her conclusion that she would consider the rent to be $1,488 appears to rest on that doctrine. And although the facts might support a different conclusion, we cannot say that the trial court clearly erred or abused her discretion in finding (implicitly) that there was an accord and satisfaction establishing the rent at $1,488 for those months when Double H cashed David's checks for that amount. “Accord and satisfaction is a method of discharging and terminating an existing right and constitutes a perfect defense in an action for enforcement of the previous claim.” Pierola v. Moschonas, 687 A.2d 942, 947 (D.C.1997). We explained in Saul Subsidiary II Ltd. P'ship v. Venator Group Specialty, Inc., 830 A.2d 854, 864-65 (D.C.2003), that: Often, accord and satisfaction arises as a defense when one party tenders a check to the other that contains the phrase “payment in full” or other words to that effect․ Where the amount due is in dispute, and the debtor sends cash or check for less than the amount claimed, clearly expressing his intention that it is sent as a settlement in full, and not on account or in part payment, the retention and use of the money or cashing of the check is almost always held to be an acceptance of the offer operating as full satisfaction. 830 A.2d at 864-65 (quoting Pierola v. Moschonas, 687 A.2d at 947). For there to be an accord and satisfaction, there must be “(1) a legitimately disputed or unliquidated claim, (2) a mutual agreement that the debtor will pay and the creditor will accept something other than the original amount due in satisfaction of the disputed claim, and (3) the actual giving and taking of the agreed upon substitution.” Pierola, 687 A.2d at 947 (citing Stinson v. Mueller, 449 A.2d 329, 331-32 (D.C.1982)). There can be a legitimate dispute about an amount owing “even if a party's assertion is incorrect provided that the assertion is made in good faith.” Pierola, 687 A.2d at 948. As to the agreement, not only need it not be explicit, but “even if the creditor affirmatively rejects the debtor's offer of accord and satisfaction, the accord and satisfaction will still be effective if the creditor proceeds to cash the check.” Pierola, 687 A.2d at 947 (noting also that no “meeting of the minds” is required). As the quotation from Pierola indicates, in many cases in which courts have applied the doctrine of accord and satisfaction, the debtor's intention to pay in full through tender of a check for less than the creditor demands was indicated by a “payment in full” or similar notation on the check itself. However, other manners of conveying the debtor's intent in tendering the check may be a sufficient basis for application of the doctrine. See, e.g., H.H. Butler Stores, Inc. v. Barron, 95 A.2d 330, 331 (D.C.1953) (considering whether the creditor “from all the facts [should] have understood that [the] check was offered as accord and satisfaction,” and declining to apply the doctrine because neither the face of the check nor the letter transmitting the check indicated that the check was intended as full payment); Conover v. Halley, 32 A.2d 110 (D.C.1943) (same). The fundamental requirement is that the debtor “must intend the amount paid as a liquidation of [the creditor's] claim, and the [creditor] in accepting it must understand that it is so intended.” Curtis Builders v. General Floor Service, Inc., 107 A.2d 705, 706 (D.C.1954) (citing Andrews v. Haller, 32 App. D.C. 392 (C.A.D.C.1909)). If the creditor cashes the check with that understanding, it is of no moment that the creditor withheld assent to treating the payment as payment in full or even “expressed protest before the check was tendered or that the parties came away from their meeting with contrary understandings,” because “the creditor's action speaks louder than his words and is operative as an acceptance of the offer as made.” Laganas v. Installation Specialties, Inc., 291 A.2d 187, 189 (D.C.1972) (quoting 6 Corbin, Contracts § 1279 (1962)); Rustler's Steak House v. Environmental Assocs., 327 A.2d 536, 539 (D.C.1974) (finding an accord and satisfaction where the creditor “from the facts should have understood” that the check it cashed was intended by the debtor as a liquidation of the creditor's claim, and stating that “[s]ilent acceptance of a check sent in payment of a disputed claim, even in the absence of a finding of mental assent, is now generally held to constitute an accord and satisfaction”). “In short, the creditor cannot have it both ways. If he takes the satisfaction, he is bound by the accord.” Pierola, 687 A.2d at 947. Here, the facts made permissible (even though they may not compel) a finding that, each month through October 2004,12 there was an accord and satisfaction by which Double H relented and “accepted” David's continued payments of $1,488. Double H cashed David's checks for $1,488 for August 2003 and later months even though it had notified him that his rent for continuation of his month-to-month tenancy would be $1,561 commencing August 1, 2003. Further, David testified about an agreement with the Double H rental manager that he could continue to pay the lower amount, and his letter transmitting the rent check for November 2003 refers to such an agreement. As already noted, the trial court found that Double H had accepted David's payments of $1,488 “for a whole year” after Double H announced the rent increase that would take effect on August 1, 2003. Thus, it found that Double H “accepted” David's rent payment of $1,488 for July 1, 2004, even though Double H had given David notice in May 2004 that his rent would increase to $1,611 effective July 1, 2004, if he failed to sign a new lease. Double H cashed David's July rent check in the amount of $1,488, but, then, in its July 8, 2004 letter to him, renewed its demand for the higher $1,611 rent. Nevertheless, David continued to tender payments in the amount of $1,488, and Double H continued to cash the checks through October 2004, without proof of protest. Double H introduced into evidence only one past-due-rent notice, dated August 14, 2003, and David testified that Double H sent him no other past-due rent notices. In addition, David testified that during the summer of 2004, I asked [Wilsey] why other tenants were being offered a very special opportunity to renew at the same lease rate, but when I informed them that [$1,561] wasn't my lease rate, that they had the wrong number in there, why were they singling me out and increasing my rent when others were being offered the same rent as before. She did acknowledge that there were tenants that had received a zero dollar increase at that time. And then she alluded to the fact that there were some accounting problems ․ under Mr. Tow[l]er when he was the rent manager and that she would get back to me on that. Wilsey testified that in November 2004, Double H “returned [David's] rent to him ․ because he continued to pay the wrong amount. And we told him that we would return his check if it was not for the correct amount ” (emphasis added). And, Double H's complaint did not seek to recover any additional amounts for the period prior to October 2004. In sum, there was a genuine dispute about what rent David was obligated to pay, with David demanding that he be permitted to continue at the “same rent” he had been paying, like other tenants.13 David communicated his position through his correspondence and conversations with Towler and Wilsey, and continued to pay only $1,488 per month. Double H, whose staff described to David the landlord's policy of returning rent checks that were not for the correct amount, continued to cash the checks through October 2004. These facts permitted a finding that Double H cashed David's checks with an understanding that David tendered his payments of $1,488 as payment in full. Cf. Town Ctr. Mgmt. Corp. v. Chavez, 373 A.2d 238, 241-43 (D.C.1977) (declining to disturb trial court's finding of an accord and satisfaction, based on tenant's having withheld certain amounts from the check for his August and September rent and having attached a cover letter “invit[ing] discussion concerning the amount of the deductions,” and landlord's having retained the check without any protest and demand for further payment); Barrett, 1985 Conn.Super. LEXIS 158 at 6 (reasoning that landlord's “long retention without explanation” could “constitute acceptance of an offer of rent,” and holding that landlord's receipt of tenant's $600 rent checks without complaint from December 1983 to April 1984 constituted acceptance of that rent amount, even though landlord had demanded $1,200 per month). At least arguably, therefore, there was an accord and satisfaction for the months up through October 2004, with the results that David's payments of $1,488 discharged his debt and that Double H was not entitled to recover more from him for those months. For that reason, we will not disturb the trial court's holding that the “rental rate ․ will be considered ․ $1,488” for the months in issue prior to November 2004. Beginning in November 2004, however, a number of things changed that possibly call for a different outcome for those months. Starting with November 2004, Double H began returning David's checks. At the very least, it seems, this signaled to David the negotiating period was at an end and that Double H was insisting on payment of the higher rent it had demanded as a condition of David remaining in his unit.14 On the other hand-even though David had waived the right to have a thirty-day notice to quit before Double H could sue him for possession-Double H waited until December 20, 2004, to file its suit for possession, arguably sleeping on its rights until that time.15 Not only that, but Double H did not manage to serve David with its complaint until January 14, 2005, once again delaying pursuit of its demand that David pay a higher rent to remain on the premises. And, as noted earlier, it appears that Double H cashed his check for $1,488 for February 2005, not seeking a protective order until February 18, 2005, and even then agreeing to payments into the court registry of $1,561 (rather than the $1,611 that it told David was the monthly rent amount). Accordingly, for November and December 2004 and January and February 2005, it is not immediately clear whether the amount that David was liable to pay for occupancy of his apartment was the $1,611 that Double H demanded, the $1,561 that the parties apparently agreed David would pay monthly into the court registry, the $1,488 Double H accepted from David for the previous fifteen months and then again in February 2005, or some other amount.16 The record does not reveal the reasons for these varied and seemingly inconsistent actions by Double H. We conclude that a remand is in order so that the trial court-taking any additional evidence that it believes is relevant-can sort out which of a number of potentially applicable doctrines might apply to dictate the payment amount(s) for which David is liable for these months. To summarize, we reverse the trial court's ruling that in no case may a landlord condition a discount from an otherwise applicable rent increase on a month-to-month tenant's agreement to enter into a new lease; we affirm the trial court's ruling that David's rent amount was $1,488 for the months in issue through October 2004; and we remand for a determination of the amount(s) for which David is liable for the months of November and December 2004 and January and February 2005.17 1. Double H's brief advises the court that the property is exempt from rent control. 2. See D.C.Code § 42-3505.01(a) (2001) (stating in pertinent part that “no tenant shall be evicted from a rental unit, notwithstanding the expiration of the tenant's lease or rental agreement, so long as the tenant continues to pay the rent to which the housing provider is entitled for the rental unit.”). This provision of section 42-3501.01(a) applies broadly, even to rental units that are not subject to rent control. See Administrator of Veterans Affairs v. Valentine, 490 A.2d 1165, 1170 (D.C.1985) (observing that a nearly identical predecessor provision, D.C.Code § 45-1561 (1973), “evinces an intent to protect from evictions persons who have been renting apartments and who continue to pay the rent”) (italics in the original), and noting that the Rental Housing Act defines “tenant” to include “a tenant, ․ or other person entitled to the possession, occupancy, or the benefits thereof of any rental unit owned by another person.” See D.C.Code § 42-3501.03(36) (2001) (italics added). 3. David testified that he explained to Towler that he had lived in the apartment for eight years and had always timely paid his rent, and that there were “no complaints against [him]” and thus a year-long commitment was not necessary. 4. Wilsey testified that she would “have to go back through two years' worth of history” to say how often Double H had sent David past-due notices. 5. David's checks were actually for the amount of $1,653; he wrote in the memorandum line on his checks that this amount included $1,488 for apartment rent and $165 for parking. It appears that at least some of David's payments were via automatic debit through his bank account. 6. As amended in February 2005, the complaint sought arrearages and late fees for the period October 1, 2004 to December 31, 2004. During the trial, however, Wilsey testified that the arrearage amount was $9,773, an amount that reflected alleged underpayments since August 2003, the effective date of the first increase in issue, and that gave David credit for amounts paid into the court registry. As discussed infra, the trial court ruled on the issue of whether David owed additional rent for the period commencing August 1, 2003. 7. Cf. Auger v. Tasea Inv. Co., 676 A.2d 18, 22 (D.C.1996) (Ferren, J., dissenting) (“If a landlord serves on the tenant a valid notice to quit and says, at the same time, that as of the termination date the rent will increase 100-fold if the tenant holds over, the trier of fact will confront the question whether, under all the circumstances, the tenant can be held to have agreed to a new, higher-rent tenancy if the tenant stays on the property or will be held responsible, instead, for damages based on fair use and occupancy value”). 8. Judge Terrell did observe generally that conditioning a rent discount on whether a tenant signs a new lease “puts the tenant at a tremendous disadvantage,” but she did not make a specific finding that David was disadvantaged or deprived of a meaningful choice. 9. Such a bargain might benefit both parties: the tenant would pay a lower rent, and the landlord would have the predictability of a lease for a fixed term. 10. We “may affirm a decision for reasons other than those given by the trial court.” Kingman Park Civic Ass'n v. Williams, 924 A.2d 979, 987 n. 10 (D.C.2007) (citation omitted). 11. And, as one court put it, “[a] unilateral statement of rent does not per se create a contract.” Barrett v. Ray L. Stoddard Co., 1985 Conn.Super. LEXIS 158, 6 (Conn.Super.Ct.1985). 12. See Keuroglian v. Wilkins, 88 A.2d 581 (D.C.1952) (“In tenancies from month-to-month each month is regarded as a new ‘periodic tenancy,’-a tenancy for a month certain plus an expectancy or possibility of continuation for one or more similar periods”) (internal quotation marks and citations omitted). 13. We emphasize that this is not a case of simple failure to pay, or payment of less than the agreed-upon rent, neither of which would support a finding of accord and satisfaction. 14. Cf. Novak v. Cox, 538 A.2d 747, 751 (D.C.1988) (“once the notice to vacate became effective, there is nothing in the law that gave the tenant the right to remain in the house without paying what the landlord gave notice he was charging”). 15. Thus, another possibility is that David “h[e]ld over without the consent of the landlord, and merely through the laches of the latter,” and was a tenant at sufferance for the months in issue. 52 C.J.S. Landlord & Tenant § 285. Our case law establishes that where a tenant holds over as a tenant at sufferance without abiding by the landlord's rent terms, the landlord's damages are the “ ‘reasonable value’ for ‘continued use and occupancy of the premises.’ ” Hinton v. Sealander Brokerage Co., 917 A.2d 95, 107 (D.C.2007) (quoting Habib v. Thurston, 517 A.2d 1, 13 n. 16, 18 (D.C.1985)); see also Habib, 517 A.2d at 14 n. 16 (noting that if a landlord “prevails on a notice to quit, the tenant will have been in possession, after the notice expired, in the status of a holdover tenant. In that case, the landlord will be entitled not to the rent specified in the expired lease, but to the reasonable value of the premises during the tenant's continued occupancy”); cf. Welk v. Bidwell, 136 Conn. 603, 73 A.2d 295, 298 (1950) (holding that a month-to-month tenant who held over after refusing to pay the rent increase announced by the landlord became a tenant at sufferance, who was obligated not to pay the amount demanded by the landlord, but instead the reasonable rental value of the property occupied). “Reasonable value” is “ ‘determined presumptively’-but not conclusively-by reference to ‘the rent the tenant had been paying.’ ” Hinton, 917 A.2d at 107 n. 19, quoting Habib, 517 A.2d at 13 n. 16, 18. But if the landlord establishes that the reasonable rental value is a higher amount-perhaps higher than the landlord had demanded-the landlord is entitled to recover that higher amount. cf. Barrett, 1985 Conn.Super. LEXIS 158 at 3, 6 (holding that reasonable rent for months after landlord began returning tenant's checks for $600 was $1,500, because the landlord had obtained an appraiser's report setting the rental value at the higher amount). 16. See Nicholas v. Howard, 459 A.2d 1039, 1041 (D.C.1983) ( “absent an agreement to pay rent, the tenant is not under any obligation to pay rent․ [However,] the tenant [may be] liable for the reasonable worth of his use and occupation and the landlord is entitled to recover in an appropriate action the amount owed by the tenant. This amount is not rent, and hence the landlord's rights thereto are not the rights he has with respect to rent.”) (citations and internal quotation marks omitted); see also Novak, 538 A.2d at 751 n. 4 (distinguishing Nicholas on the ground that “there we found that the appellant, a new owner, had never negotiated a rental agreement with the tenants of the grantor”). 17. Regarding March 2005 and later months when a protective order was in place, the record indicates that the parties reached an agreement pursuant to which they directed the court to disburse the funds to Double H. We therefore see no need to consider what rent amount was owed for those months. If, as it appears, David remained in possession upon agreeing to a new rent amount, the issue of possession is moot, and so we also do not address that issue. THOMPSON, Associate Judge: Was this helpful? Thank you. Your response has been sent. 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Learn About the Law Get help with your legal needs FindLaw’s Learn About the Law features thousands of informational articles to help you understand your options. And if you’re ready to hire an attorney, find one in your area who can help. NORTHLAKE MANOR CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC. v. HARVEST ASSETS, LLC. This is the second appearance of this case before this Court. See Harvest Assets, LLC v. Northlake Manor Condo. Assn., 340 Ga.App. 237, 796 S.E.2d 319 (2017) (“Harvest Assets I”). On remand from our decision in Harvest Assets I, the trial court ruled that based on the language of a previously entered consent order and general principles of equity, Plaintiff Northlake Manor Condominium Association, Inc. (the “Association”), was not entitled to collect unpaid condominium association assessments from Defendant Harvest Assets, LLC, that had accrued during the pendency of the litigation. Consequently, the trial court denied the Association's motion for summary judgment on its claim for unpaid condominium association assessments and granted a declaratory judgment in favor of Defendant Harvest Assets on the same issue. Following entry of final judgment, the Association now appeals, challenging the trial court's ruling that it could not collect unpaid condominium association assessments that had continued to accrue during the litigation based on the consent order and general equitable principles.1 For the reasons discussed more fully below, we agree with the Association that it was entitled to collect the unpaid assessments from Harvest Assets. Accordingly, we reverse the trial court's denial of summary judgment to the Association on its claim for the unpaid assessments, reverse the trial court's grant of a declaratory judgment to Harvest Assets on the same issue, and remand with the direction that the trial court grant summary judgment to the Association on its claim for unpaid assessments and for further action consistent with this opinion. The factual and procedural history pertinent to the present appeal is not in dispute. On December 3, 2013, the property at issue in this case, a condominium unit that was part of the Association, was sold by the DeKalb County Sheriff for payment of overdue property taxes. Harvest Assets purchased the tax deed for the property on that same date. The Association, which claimed a lien on the property for unpaid condominium assessments, thereafter sought to redeem the property and requested that Harvest Assets provide it with the redemption price. See OCGA § 48-4-40 (addressing right to redeem property after tax sale by delinquent taxpayer or by other party with interest or lien on subject property).2 The Association also requested that Harvest Assets pay the condominium association assessments that had accrued on the property since the time of the tax sale. See Croft v. Fairfield Plantation Property Owners Assn., 276 Ga.App. 311, 314 (1), 623 S.E.2d 531 (2005) (purchaser of property at tax sale liable for homeowners association assessments that accrue upon property after sale, even during time when property might be redeemed). Harvest Assets paid $5,000 to the Association “to cover the association fees currently due” and “future dues as they come due” on the subject property. Harvest Assets then informed the Association that the redemption price was $15,120, which included the $5,000 that Harvest Assets had paid in condominium association assessments. The Association disagreed with Harvest Assets that the $5,000 paid in condominium association assessments should be included in the calculation of the redemption price, and on June 13, 2014, the Association tendered to Harvest Assets a lower amount for redemption that did not include the assessments. After Harvest Assets rejected the tender, the Association commenced the present action in August 2014 in which it sought, among other things, to require Harvest Assets to accept the tendered redemption price and to deliver a deed of redemption to the Association. In February 2015, the Association filed a second amended complaint that added a claim seeking payment from Harvest Assets of all unpaid condominium association assessments that had continued to accrue on the property during the litigation above the $5,000 in assessments that had already been paid by Harvest Assets, plus late fees, interest, and attorney fees relating to those assessments. The Association also filed a motion for a temporary restraining order seeking to prevent Harvest Assets from taking steps to foreclose on the Association's right to redeem the property. See OCGA § 48-4-45 (a) (“After 12 months from the date of a tax sale, the purchaser at the sale or his heirs, successors, or assigns may terminate, foreclose, divest, and forever bar the right to redeem the property from the sale by causing a notice or notices of the foreclosure, as provided for in this article[.]”). On March 20, 2015, while cross-motions for summary judgment on the issue of the right of redemption were pending, the parties entered into a consent order that enjoined Harvest Assets from taking steps to foreclose on the Association's right to redeem the property until further order of the court or until the case had been resolved (the “Consent Order”). The Consent Order further provided that the Association until resolution of this case, ․ shall take no action outside the confines of this case to collect or otherwise enforce its claim to condominium assessments or related charges, nor will late charges or interest on Assessments be enforced from the date of [the Association's] attempted tender on June 14, 2014. Additionally no attorney[ ] fees shall accrue for collection of condominium assessments until resolution of the pending motions for summary judgment, but this provision shall not impair [the Association's] right to present to the Court for consideration, in the ordinary course of the litigation, attorney[ ] fees related to the issues included in the [complaint]. The routinely mailed notices from [the Association's] management company to [Harvest Assets] of monthly or special assessments levied against all unit owners or charges added to the invoice automatically by the management company sent in the ordinary course of business shall not be in violation of this Order. Subsequently, the trial court ruled on summary judgment that the Association's tender to Harvest Assets was proper and that the $5,000 in condominium association assessments paid by Harvest Assets after the tax sale were not “special assessments” that should be included in the redemption price under OCGA § 48-4-42. Harvest Assets appealed to this Court, which reversed the trial court and remanded for further proceedings. See Harvest Assets I, 340 Ga.App. at 237-238, 796 S.E.2d 319. We held that “special assessments” under OCGA § 48-4-42 include condominium association assessments paid by a tax sale purchaser, and that a tax sale purchaser is entitled to repayment of those assessments as part of the redemption price. See id. Thus, we concluded that Harvest Assets was entitled to the condominium association assessments it had paid to the Association after the tax sale as part of the redemption price. See id. However, we further concluded that the $5,000 amount sought by Harvest Assets for condominium association assessments was too high because it included attorney fees and interest related to late payments that should not have been included in the redemption price. See id. at 238, 796 S.E.2d 319. Consequently, we remanded the case to the trial court to determine what portion of the $5,000 should be allocated to attorney fees and interest and thus not be included in the redemption price that had to be paid by the Association. See id. Following remittitur, however, counsel for the Association informed counsel for Harvest Assets in March 2017 that based on “the economics of the matter,” the Association's board members had decided “to drop their attempt to redeem the parcel” and only pursue their claim for unpaid condominium association assessments that had continued to accrue during the litigation. The Association thereafter voluntarily dismissed the count of its complaint seeking to redeem the property from Harvest Assets. After the Association indicated that it no longer sought to redeem the property and would only be pursuing its claim for unpaid condominium association assessments, Harvest Assets amended its answer to add a counterclaim for declaratory relief and filed a motion seeking the entry of a declaratory judgment that, among other things, it would be inequitable for it to have to pay the accrued assessments. The Association thereafter moved for summary judgment on several issues, including its claim seeking to collect from Harvest Assets the unpaid condominium association assessments that had accrued on the property during the lawsuit above the $5,000 already paid by Harvest Assets for assessments after the tax sale. The Association also sought interest and late charges on the unpaid assessments and attorney fees. In support of its motion, the Association submitted the affidavit of its current president, former treasurer, and board member detailing the condominium association assessments and other charges that had accrued on the property during the litigation. Harvest Assets opposed the Association's motion for summary judgment, contending that the Association should not be permitted to collect the unpaid condominium association assessments and late fees, interest, and attorney fees under the language of the Consent Order. Harvest Assets further argued that it would be inequitable to permit the Association to collect the assessments for the time period when the issue of the redemption price was being litigated and Harvest Assets was prevented from foreclosing on the right to redemption, given that the Association ultimately withdrew its claim for redemption of the property. On June 19, 2017, the trial court entered an order that, among other things, denied the Association's motion for summary judgment on its claim for unpaid condominium assessments, late fees, interest, and attorney fees, and granted Harvest Assets's motion for a declaratory judgment on the same issue (the “June 2017 Order”). The trial court explained: [The Association] is barred from collecting said Assessments and related charges from [Harvest Assets] under the very language of the Consent Order entered by the Court in March 2015. Any other conclusion would be inequitable given that such a finding would allow [the Association] to: (1) hold [Harvest Assets's] right to foreclose in abeyance throughout this litigation while asserting a right to redeem the Property; (2) reverse its decision to redeem the Property after receiving an unfavorable ruling from the Court of Appeals and after years of pursuing such right/claim for relief; and (3) receive all past due Assessments and related charges, despite having prevented [Harvest Assets] from pursuing its own rights and claims for relief as the tax sale purchaser of the Property. However, the trial court further held that “because of the present status of this case” in which the Association was no longer seeking to redeem the property, the court would set aside the Consent Order so that Harvest Assets could complete foreclosure of its right to redeem the property, and the Association could seek payment of condominium association assessments “from the date of the entry of [the June 2017 Order] forward.” The trial court entered final judgment in September 2017, and this appeal by the Association followed. On appeal, the Association challenges the trial court's ruling in the June 2017 Order that it was not entitled to collect unpaid condominium association assessments from Harvest Assets that had accrued up to that point during the pendency of the litigation.3 According to the Association, the trial court erred in concluding that it could not collect those unpaid condominium association assessments from Harvest Assets based on the Consent Order and general equitable principles. We agree with the Association. 1. The Consent Order. The trial court erred in ruling that based on the Consent Order, the Association was not entitled to collect unpaid condominium association assessments that had accrued during the litigation. As we have explained: A consent order is essentially a binding agreement of the parties that is sanctioned by a court, and it is subject to the rules governing the interpretation and enforcement of contracts. Accordingly, a consent order can be construed according to the general rules of contract construction. Furthermore, where the language of a contract is plain and unambiguous, no construction is required or permissible and the terms of the contract must be given an interpretation of ordinary significance. The construction of a contract is a question of law for the court, and we apply a de novo standard of review on appeal. (Citations and punctuation omitted.) Olympus Media v. City of Dunwoody, 335 Ga.App. 62, 66 (1), 780 S.E.2d 108 (2015). As previously noted, the trial court ruled that the Association was barred from collecting condominium association assessments from Harvest Assets that had accrued during the pendency of the litigation “under the very language of the Consent Order.” However, the plain and unambiguous language of the Consent Order did not bar the collection of those assessments from Harvest Assets by the Association as part of the instant litigation. Rather, the Consent Order simply provided that the Association would “take no action outside the confines of this case to collect or otherwise enforce its claim to condominium assessments or related charges[.]” (Emphasis supplied.) Hence, the Consent Order prohibited the Association from pursuing collection efforts against Harvest Assets outside of the pending litigation, but nothing in the language of the Consent Order reflects a waiver by the Association of its right to seek accrued, unpaid condominium association assessments from Harvest Assets as part of the current lawsuit. Accordingly, the trial court erred in relying on the language of the Consent Order to bar the Association from seeking the unpaid assessments from Harvest Assets in this case. 2. General Equitable Principles. The trial court also erred in concluding that the Association was barred from seeking the unpaid assessments based on general principles of equity. It is true that trial courts have “broad discretion to fashion an equitable remedy based upon the exigencies of the case.” Barngrover v. City of Columbus, 292 Ga. 486, 489 (1), 739 S.E.2d 377 (2013). But the first maxim of equity is that equity follows the law. Thus, a court of equity has no more right than a court of law to act on its own notion of what is right in a particular case. Where rights are defined and established by existing legal principles, they may not be changed or unsettled in equity. Although equity does seek to do complete justice, it must do so within the parameters of the law. (Citation and punctuation omitted.) Hopkins v. Virginia Highland Assoc., 247 Ga.App. 243, 249 (1), 541 S.E.2d 386 (2000). See Wallace v. Wallace, 301 Ga. 195, 199, 800 S.E.2d 303 2017. See also Cooksey v. Landry, 295 Ga. 430, 432 (2), 761 S.E.2d 61 (2014) (“The first maxim of equity is that equity follows the law. Equity cannot, therefore, override the positive enactments of the statutes.”) (citation and punctuation omitted). Our law is clear that a tax deed purchaser of property is obligated to pay homeowners association assessments that accrue after the sale, even during the period before the purchaser can foreclose on the right of redemption. See Canady v. Cumberland Harbour Property Owners Assn., 340 Ga.App. 439, 443 (1), 797 S.E.2d 674 (2017); Harvest Assets I, 340 Ga.App. at 238, 796 S.E.2d 319; Croft, 276 Ga.App. at 314 (1), 623 S.E.2d 531. As we have explained, the tax deed purchaser acquires defeasible title upon purchase of the property at the tax sale, which is “sufficient to trigger automatic membership in the [a]ssociation, and render him liable for the assessments even during the time in which the property might be redeemed.” (Citation and punctuation omitted.) Canady, 340 Ga.App. at 443 (1), 797 S.E.2d 674. See Croft, 276 Ga.App. at 313-314 (1), 623 S.E.2d 531. And we have noted that assessments and fees paid to a homeowners association benefit the tax deed purchaser by “increas[ing] the value of the property purchased at the sale,” such that the purchaser should “pay a proportional share of the cost of these benefits.” Craft, 276 Ga.App. at 314, 623 S.E.2d 531 (1). Furthermore, OCGA § 44-3-80 (d) (1) of the Georgia Condominium Act provides in relevant part: [N]o unit owner other than the association shall be exempted from any liability for any assessment under this Code section or under any condominium instrument for any reason whatsoever, including, without limitation, abandonment, nonuse, or waiver of the use or enjoyment of his or her unit or any part of the common elements. (Emphasis supplied.) Based on the plain language of this statutory subsection, we have held that “[t]here is no legal justification for a condominium owner to fail to pay valid condominium assessments,” and that “[t]he public policy expressed in the statute assures that fulfillment of obligations and the functioning of a condominium association as a whole not be jeopardized or compromised by individual disputes, which may or may not be meritorious.” Forest Villas Condo. Assn. v. Camerio, 205 Ga.App. 617, 618–619 (1), 422 S.E.2d 884 (1992). See Atlanta Georgetown Condo. Assn. v. Chaplin, 235 Ga.App. 460, 461 (1), 509 S.E.2d 729 (1998). Accordingly, under well-established legal principles, Harvest Assets, as a tax deed purchaser with an ownership interest in the condominium unit at issue, was obligated to pay condominium association assessments that accrued after the tax sale, even during the period before it could foreclose on the right of redemption, and even if it was involved in an ongoing dispute with the Association.4 Because “[it] is a basic maxim that equity is ancillary, not antagonistic, to the law” and cannot be used to alter established legal rights, the trial court erred in relying on general equitable principles to conclude that the Association could not recover the unpaid, accrued condominium association assessments. (Citation and punctuation omitted.) Dept. of Transp. v. American Ins. Co., 268 Ga. 505, 509 (4), 491 S.E.2d 328 (1997). For these combined reasons, the trial court erred in ruling that the Association could not recover condominium association assessments from Harvest Assets that had accrued during the lawsuit until entry of the June 2017 order based on the consent order and equitable principles. Consequently, we reverse the trial court's denial of summary judgment to the Association on its claim for unpaid assessments, reverse the trial court's grant of a declaratory judgment to Harvest Assets on the same issue,5 and remand with direction that the trial court grant summary judgment to the Association on its claim for unpaid assessments and for further action consistent with this opinion. Judgment affirmed in part and reversed in part, and case remanded with direction. 1. See OCGA § 5-6-34 (a) (1) (authorizing direct appeal from a final judgment), 5-6-34 (d) (“Where an appeal is taken under any provision of subsection (a) ․ of this Code section, all judgments, rulings, or orders rendered in the case which are raised on appeal and which may affect the proceedings below shall be reviewed and determined by the appellate court, without regard to the appealability of the judgment, ruling, or order standing alone and without regard to whether the judgment, ruling, or order appealed from was final or was appealable by some other express provision of law contained in this Code section, or elsewhere.”). 2. As our Supreme Court has explained:Under OCGA § 48-4-40, the article of the Georgia Code governing redemption of property after a tax sale to satisfy unpaid taxes, a delinquent taxpayer has the right to redeem the property by paying the amount required for redemption at any time within 12 months of the sale and at any time after the sale until the right to redeem is foreclosed by the new owner pursuant to OCGA § 48-4-45 or by the ripening of the purchaser's title through prescription. OCGA § 48-4-48. The right to redeem property sold under a tax execution is conditioned upon the tender of the amount required for redemption[.]Community Renewal & Redemption v. Nix, 288 Ga. 439, 440 (1), 704 S.E.2d 759 (2011). In addition to the delinquent taxpayer, “any other party holding an interest in or lien on the property” may redeem the property by paying the redemption price to the tax sale purchaser. (Citation and punctuation omitted.) Land USA, LLC v. Georgia Power Co., 297 Ga. 237, 239 (1), 773 S.E.2d 236 (2015). See Nat. Tax Funding, L. P. v. Harpagon Co., 277 Ga. 41, 42 (1), 586 S.E.2d 235 (2003) (“After the tax sale, the delinquent taxpayer or any other party holding an interest in or lien on the property may redeem the property by paying to the tax sale purchaser the [redemption price.]”); Bridges v. Collins-Hooten, 339 Ga.App. 756, 758-759 (1), 792 S.E.2d 721 (2016) (discussing redemption of property by creditor of delinquent taxpayer). 3. The Association does not challenge the trial court's ruling in the June 2017 Order that the Association could not collect attorney fees, late fees, or interest on the unpaid condominium assessments that had accrued prior to June 2017. The trial court's ruling on attorney fees, late fees, and interest therefore is affirmed. 4. The Association was within its rights to voluntarily dismiss its claim seeking redemption of the property while its other claims remained pending because OCGA § 9-11-15 (a) expressly allows a plaintiff to “amend his pleading as a matter of course and without leave of court at any time before the entry of a pretrial order.” See Community & Southern Bank v. Lovell, 302 Ga. 375, 377, 807 S.E.2d 444 2017; Young v. Rider, 208 Ga.App. 147, 149 (2), 430 S.E.2d 117 (1993) (“Where less than all of a plaintiff's claims are added or dropped, the additions and deletions are not dismissals and renewals governed by [Section] 9-11-41 (a) ․․․[,] but simply amendments governed by the liberal amendment rules of [Section] 9-11-15 (a)․”). Moreover, the trial court rejected Harvest Assets's argument that the Association's dismissal of its claim for redemption of the property was done in bad faith, lacked substantial justification, or was interposed for delay or harassment, leading the court to deny Harvest Assets's request for attorney fees under OCGA § 9-15-14 (b). 5. Our conclusion that the trial court erred in denying summary judgment to the Association on the assessments issue necessitates that we likewise reverse the trial court's grant of a declaratory judgment in favor of Harvest Assets on the same issue. We express no opinion as to whether a declaratory judgment claim was a proper procedural vehicle for resolving any of the issues raised in this case. Barnes, Presiding Judge. McMillian and Reese, JJ., concur. Was this helpful? Thank you. Your response has been sent. A free source of state and federal court opinions, state laws, and the United States Code. 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Learn About the Law Get help with your legal needs FindLaw’s Learn About the Law features thousands of informational articles to help you understand your options. And if you’re ready to hire an attorney, find one in your area who can help. STATE BOARD OF TAX COMMISSIONERS, Appellant (Respondent Below), v. INDIANAPOLIS RACQUET CLUB, INC., Appellee (Petitioner Below). ON PETITION FOR REVIEW We hold that the Tax Court erred in concluding that Indiana Code section 6-1.1-31-6 requires the State Board of Tax Commissioners and the county land valuation commission to consider all of the listed factors as to each parcel. The State Board may adopt rules providing that actual sales of comparable properties may serve as a proxy for these factors. However, in this case we conclude that the Indianapolis Racquet Club has demonstrated that the county commission and the State Board failed to follow the State Board's rules in valuing IRC's land by including it among noncomparable properties in its land order. Accordingly, we remand to the State Board. Factual and Procedural Background Indianapolis Racquet Club (IRC) is the owner of two parcels of property located in Washington Township at 82nd and Dean Road on the north side of Indianapolis.1 The facility consists of sixteen indoor tennis courts, eight outdoor courts, and associated locker rooms and retail and administrative space. This litigation arises out of the 1989 assessments of IRC's property. Specifically, IRC maintains that this property was improperly classified in the Marion County Land Valuation Order as part of the “82nd Street Corridor” rather than designated “Township-other.” Land in the “82nd Street Corridor” is assessed at a base rate of $3.00 to $4.00 per square foot, and land classified as “Township-other” is assessed at a base rate of $1.50 to $3.00 per square foot. After inclusion in the “82nd Street Corridor,” IRC's land was assessed by the Washington township assessor at a base rate of $3.00 per square foot. IRC petitioned for review with the Marion County Board of Review, and the Board ruled against it in late 1990 and early 1991. Further review by the State Board resulted in hearings in the fall of 1995 and final determinations adverse to IRC in the summer of 1996. IRC then petitioned the Tax Court, and, on January 31, 2000, the Tax Court ordered the petition remanded to the State Board. The Tax Court concluded that the Marion County Land Commission and the State Board had erred in classifying IRC's property as part of the “82nd Street Corridor” because they had failed to consider the nine statutory criteria listed in Indiana Code section 6-1.1-31-6. Indianapolis Racquet Club, Inc. v. State Bd. of Tax Comm'rs, 722 N.E.2d 926, 935 (Ind.Tax 2000). The Tax Court directed the State Board to reconsider the land classification using all of the statutory criteria and to determine the appropriate base rate. Id. The State Board petitioned for review. Standard of Review Review of a decision of the Tax Court is subject to the same “clearly erroneous” standard of review as that provided in Indiana Trial Rule 52(A), which provides for appeal from trial court findings and conclusions. We consider the evidence most favorable to the judgment on appeal and do not reweigh the evidence. Chidester v. City of Hobart, 631 N.E.2d 908, 910 (Ind.1994). In conducting our review, we recognize that the Indiana Tax Court was established to develop and apply specialized expertise in the prompt, fair, and uniform resolution of state tax cases. Indiana Dep't of State Revenue v. Caylor-Nickel Clinic, P.C., 587 N.E.2d 1311, 1313 (Ind.1992). Therefore, with regard to issues within the particular purview of the Tax Court, we exercise cautious deference. Id. I. Indiana Code Section 6-1.1-31-6 and Use of Actual Sales Data as a Proxy Indiana Code section 6-1.1-31-6 provides: (a) With respect to the assessment of real property, the rules of the state board of tax commissioners shall provide for: (1) the classification of land on the basis of: (vi) productivity or earning capacity; (vii) applicable zoning provisions; (viii) accessibility to highways, sewers, and other public services or facilities; and (ix) any other factor that the board determines by rule is just and proper The Tax Court concluded that the commission and the State Board had erred in failing to consider all of the listed factors under subsection (a)(1) in arriving at the classification of IRC's property within the “82nd Street Corridor.” The State Board counters that the statute does not support the position that all of these factors must be considered as to each land valuation order. Rather, the State Board argues that the statute requires only that it take these factors into consideration in promulgating its rules for assessment of real property. The State Board contends that the Tax Court erred in concluding each of the statutory factors must be applied by the local assessing authority to each individual parcel, and claims that such a requirement would create a substantial if not enormous administrative burden to no good end. The State Board's rules provide, in broad brush, that actual sales data of comparable properties, where available, reflect the sum of the effects of these factors on individual parcels. The State Board argues that it is within its expertise to promulgate rules providing for use of sales data as a proxy for the statutory factors, and that the existing rules establish an acceptable practice for making mass assessments. Consistent with its position in this Court, the State Board has determined that land is to be assessed by comparison to actual sales of comparable properties, with adjustments to account for differences in frontage, improvements, depth, and similar factors to arrive at a value of land in the area. Ind.Admin.Code tit. 50, r. 2.1-2-1 to -2 (1987). Under this method, land value maps are developed that divide political subdivisions into neighborhoods “based on characteristics that distinguish [each] from surrounding neighborhoods, such as value ranges of improvements, zoning, or other restrictions on land use.” Id. The Tax Court found this practice inconsistent with the statute. Although it acknowledged that “[t]he plain language of the section does not concretely require the State Board to consider each of the nine factors in classifying land ․ it could be reasonably interpreted to have such meaning.” IRC, 722 N.E.2d at 933. Considered in light of the General Assembly's constitutional mandate to provide “for a uniform and equal rate of property assessment and taxation,” Ind. Const. art. X, § 1, the Tax Court concluded, the “logical” interpretation is that the General Assembly intended for the State Board to consider the listed factors in “placing a particular parcel within a specific category of a land valuation order.” IRC, 722 N.E.2d at 933. All parties agree that the statute requires consideration of the listed factors in promulgating rules for assessing parcels. The statute says that in so many words. It reads: “[w]ith respect to the assessment of real property, the rules of the state board of tax commissioners shall provide for․” I.C. § 6-1.1-31-6 (emphasis added). The State Board disagrees with the Tax Court in the next step of the analysis. The State Board contends that a rule providing a rational basis to value parcels in light of the statutory factors is sufficient. The Tax Court reasoned that a more particularized judgment is required and that the statutory factors must be evident as to each parcel. We agree with the State Board. We see no barrier to procedures designed to arrive at a fair assessment that reflects the statutory factors, but does not take each factor into account as to each individual parcel. The statute does not use the term “land order.” But land orders classifying parcels as to land valuation are adopted pursuant to the rules governing assessment promulgated by the State Board. The rules of the State Board are found in title 50 of the Indiana Administrative Code, article 2.1, rule 2 (i.e., the “1989 Real Property Assessment Manual”), which details procedures for local assessors to follow in the valuation of land. As the Tax Court has frequently pointed out, land orders are initially proposed by county commissions, but become rules of the State Board after review by the Board. IRC, 722 N.E.2d at 931; Precedent v. State Bd. of Tax Comm'rs, 659 N.E.2d 701, 704 (Ind.Tax 1995); Poracky v. State Bd. of Tax Comm'rs, 635 N.E.2d 235, 236-37 (Ind.Tax 1994); Mahan v. State Bd. of Tax Comm'rs, 622 N.E.2d 1058, 1062 (Ind.Tax 1993); Johnson County Farm Bureau Coop. Ass'n v. Indiana Dep't of State Revenue, 568 N.E.2d 578, 586 (Ind.Tax 1991). Although the legislature has dictated factors that must be considered in the State Board's rules for assessment of real property, it has left it to the Board's discretion to adopt rules that accomplish that end. In simple terms, the statute directs the goal, but not the means. This is standard operating procedure for administrative agencies. Cf. I Kenneth Culp Davis & Richard J. Pierce, Jr., Administrative Law Treatise § 2.6, at 67 (3d ed. 1994) (“[The legislature] routinely delegates to agencies the power to make major policy decisions in the form of rules of conduct that bind all citizens. When [a legislative body] delegates authority to an agency, it accompanies that grant of power with substantive standards.”). The State Board has followed the statutory directive. By rule, see 50 IAC 2.1-2-1 to -2, the State Board has adopted the procedure for the adoption of land orders, which themselves become rules if adopted pursuant to that procedure. The State Board has determined that use of comparable sales in formulating the land order meets the requirement to consider the relevant statutory factors. This is a far different proposition from the Tax Court's view that construes the statute to require every factor to be considered not only in the promulgation of the State Board's rules, as the statute expressly provides, but also in the individual valuation of every parcel of land, unless the criterion is simply inapplicable. We agree with the State Board and IRC that use of comparable sales is an appropriate assessment procedure, and that it is well within the discretion of the State Board to promulgate rules that give appropriate consideration to the nine statutory factors by looking to actual sales data, and making the rational assumption that the cumulative effect of the individual factors is reflected in the sales prices reached by buyers and sellers in the market. Accordingly, we disagree that the State Board or local assessors are required to assess each parcel in the light of the effect of each statutory factor on its valuation. II. The Land Order Under its rules, the State Board has approved the use of actual market sales data as a proxy for some of the listed criteria of Indiana Code section 6-1.1-31-6. We agree with the State Board that this practice has been implicitly authorized by the General Assembly in the General Assembly's approval of generally accepted appraisal practices. See Ind.Code § 6-1.1-31-3(4) (1998) ( “The state board of tax commissioners may consider: ․ (4) generally accepted practices of appraisers, including generally accepted property assessment valuation and mass appraisal principles and practices․”). Under the State Board's own rules, however, the use of actual sales data presumes that the parcels included in the data are comparable to the property sought to be assessed. The rules demand first that neighborhoods be rationally identified: “Each neighborhood can be delineated based on characteristics that distinguish it from surrounding neighborhoods.” Ind.Admin.Code tit. 50, r. 2.1-2-1(c) (1987). Second, the rules demand that values to be used for any given neighborhood be “determined by comparing several sales of similar properties.” Id. Thus, the political subdivision must be correctly broken down into neighborhoods consisting of comparable parcels of property and the parcels within a neighborhood must be comparable with those from which the sales data is derived. IRC's principal contention is not that the 1989 Assessment Manual failed to account for the criteria set forth in Indiana Code section 6-1.1-31-6. Nor does IRC challenge the legitimacy of the State Board's rules. To the contrary, Stephen DeVoe, President of IRC, testified that, “we think as a taxpayer we're entitled to have the procedures in the manual followed.” Consistent with this view, IRC's primary argument all along has been that its property differs significantly from the surrounding properties with which it has been grouped and that IRC would have been more properly classified as “other.” In simple terms, IRC does not challenge the use of sales of comparable properties to establish the land values of its parcels. It simply contends that it was not grouped with comparable parcels when it was classified in the “82nd Street Corridor.” Because we agree that a land order may look to sales of comparable properties to determine assessment value, the issue in this case is whether the township assessor correctly classified IRC as part of the “82nd Street Corridor” and whether the State Board was correct in adhering to that determination. Kevin Fasick, the chief values deputy for the Washington Township's Assessor office in 1989, testified at trial that several characteristics of IRC had not been taken into account in its 1989 assessment. Notably it did not consider that one of the parcels did not abut 82nd Street and that neither parcel had direct access to 82nd Street. It is also significant that no consideration was given to the fact that, unlike the other properties in the area, IRC was zoned “SU-3,” which does not allow the high-intensity retail traffic of the surrounding properties. In reviewing a decision of the State Board, the Tax Court is to give great deference to the State Board when the Board acts within the scope of its authority. Wetzel Enters., Inc. v. State Bd. of Tax Comm'rs, 694 N.E.2d 1259, 1261 (Ind.Tax 1998). The Tax Court is to reverse a final determination of the State Board only when its decision is unsupported by substantial evidence, is arbitrary or capricious, constitutes an abuse of discretion, or exceeds statutory authority. Id. The taxpayer bears the burden of demonstrating that the State Board's final determination is invalid. IRC, 722 N.E.2d at 930 (citing Clark v. State Bd. of Tax Comm'rs, 694 N.E.2d 1230, 1233 (Ind.Tax 1998)). Because we have concluded that the State Board's rules require that properties within a land grouping be comparable and that sales data be obtained from the sale of properties that are truly comparable, we agree with the Tax Court that IRC has met its burden of demonstrating that the State Board's final determination was invalid. Specifically, the lack of frontage on 82nd Street and lack of access to 82nd Street differentiate it from the high value retail properties in the corridor. The same is true of IRC's zoning. The State Board argues that, even if this Court determines that its final determination was invalid, IRC should still lose because IRC cannot prove that it was harmed by the land valuation order. Citing State Board of Tax Commissioners v. Town of St. John, 702 N.E.2d 1034, 1040 (Ind.1998), the State Board also notes that a taxpayer does not have a constitutional entitlement to a precisely accurate assessment of property. More specifically, the State Board notes that IRC's property was valued at a base rate of $3.00 per square foot, which is at the top of the range for property classified as “other” in Washington Township. Thus, even if IRC's property is reclassified as “other” it is possible that IRC's base rate will not change. We disagree with the State Board's conclusion that because of this possibility IRC has failed to establish that the State Board's final determination is invalid. The State Board admits the existence of several factors that devalue IRC's property in comparison with surrounding properties. It also concedes that these factors were not considered in the classification of IRC's property. If nothing else, it is clear that, if the local assessing authority had determined that IRC's property belonged to the “other” category, IRC would not have been worse off than it is now. We think it indisputable that, in order for a determination to be valid, both the initial classification and the base rate must have been derived according to the State Board's rules. Cf. Zakutansky v. State Bd. of Tax Comm'rs, 696 N.E.2d 494, 497 (Ind.Tax 1998) (remanding to State Board where incorrect cost schedule to assess buildings was used, although under the proper cost schedule the assessment might not vary significantly). Because IRC has proved that its classification was not arrived at according to the State Board's rules, it has carried its burden of showing that the State Board's final determination was invalid. It has also submitted evidence that suggests its property is neither comparable to surrounding properties nor the market data used as a proxy for the criteria of Indiana Code section 6-1.1-31-6. On remand, as the Tax Court pointed out, IRC “bears the burden of going forward with probative evidence concerning the proper classification of [its property] within the Order and the appropriate base rate to be assigned the parcels.” IRC, 722 N.E.2d at 941. We remand to the State Board for further proceedings consistent with this opinion. 1. The State Board concedes that it inadvertently omitted from its “Petition for Review” caption a second party to this action, Racquet Square Associates (RSA). The State Board initially moved to amend its petition and then withdrew its motion. Accordingly, the State Board is not petitioning for review from the Tax Court's determinations affecting the assessment of RSA's property. SHEPARD, C.J., and DICKSON, SULLIVAN, and RUCKER, JJ., concur. Was this helpful? Thank you. Your response has been sent. A free source of state and federal court opinions, state laws, and the United States Code. 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Appeal from a judgment of the Superior Court of Modoc County, and from an order denying a new trial. Section 1242 of the Civil Code does not make the husband's deed of the homestead absolutely void. The husband's conveyance became effective when the homestead was abandoned. (McQuade v. Whaley , 31 Cal. 526; Bowman v. Norton , 16 Cal. 216; Poole v. Gerrard , 6 Cal. 71; 65 Am. Dec. 481, and note; Freeman on Cotenancy and Partition, sec. 76, p. 143; Himmelmann v. Schmidt , 23 Cal. 119, 121; Johnson v. Bush , 49 Cal. 201; Lee v. Kingsbury, 13 Tex. 68; 62 Am. Dec. 546; Marsh v. Russell, 1 Lea, 543; Crook v. Lunsford, 2 Lea, 237; Brown v. Coon , 36 Ill. 243; 85 Am. Dec. 402; Davis v. Andrews , 30 Vt. 678; Godfrey v. Thornton , 46 Wis. 677; Stewart v. Mackey, 16 Tex. 56; 67 Am. Dec. 609, and note.) Spencer & Raker, for Appellants. Goodwin & Jenks, Ewing & Claflin, and J. J. May, for Respondents. The deed of the husband was void for all purposes. (Civ. Code, sec. 1442.) The declaration of abandonment does not relate back of its date. (Civ. Code, sec. 1244.) The homestead cannot be alienated, except as prescribed by statute. (Flege v. Garvey , 47 Cal. 371; Gagliardo v. Dumont , 54 Cal. 496; Hershey v. Dennis , 53 Cal. 77; Smith on Homesteads, secs. 240, 242.) JUDGES: In Bank. Gibson, C. Belcher, C. C., concurred. Ejectment to recover certain lots in the town of Alturas, Modoc County. Trial before the court without a jury; judgment for defendants, from which and an order denying a new trial plaintiffs appeal. The court found and adjudged that the principal instrument, in the form of a deed absolute, relied upon herein for a recovery was intended and accepted as a mortgage; and that the same, having been executed by the husband alone while the property in controversy was a homestead, was void and of no effect. The defendant J. D. Spray, while the owner of and residing with his wife upon the property, on October 20, 1884, made, acknowledged, and caused to be recorded a declaration of homestead embracing the same property. And on April 7, 1885, while the homestead thus created was still subsisting, he, Spray, executed and delivered to George M. Gleason, one of the plaintiffs, a general warranty deed, absolute in form, embracing the homestead, with other real property. This deed the court found was intended as a mortgage. Thereafter, on May 25, 1885, the defendants, Spray and wife, by a joint declaration to that effect duly filed in the proper office, abandoned the homestead. On May, 26, 1886, George M. Gleason, by a deed of gift, conveyed to Julia, his wife, the same property described in Spray's deed to him. The first question arising on these facts is, as to whether the deed of Spray to Gleason was absolutely void or only inoperative against the homestead while it existed as such. It does not clearly appear whether the property in question was the separate property of Spray, or the community property of himself and wife; but whatever its character may have been, it was, by the declaration of homestead, converted into the joint property of both. (Civ. Code, sec. 1265; Burkett v. Burkett , 78 Cal. 310.) " The homestead of a married person cannot be conveyed or encumbered, unless the instrument by which it is conveyed or encumbered is executed and acknowledged by both the husband and wife." (Civ. Code, sec. 1242.) In the homestead act of 1860, as amended in 1862 (Stats. 1862, sec. 2, p. 519), a similar provision is found; it reads as follows: [22 P. 552] "No alienation, sale, conveyance, mortgage, or other lien of or upon the homestead property shall be valid or effectual for any purpose whatever, unless the same be executed by the owner thereof, and be executed and acknowledged by the wife, if the owner be married, and the wife be a resident of this state, in the same manner as provided by law in case of the conveyance by her of her separate and real property." Under this provision it was held in Barber v. Babel , 36 Cal. 11, that a mortgage of the homestead property, executed by the husband alone for the purpose of reviving a prior mortgage on the same property, executed before the homestead was selected, was void and of no effect. Although the wording of the code provision is different from that of the homestead act above set forth, we think both provisions are the same in effect, and designed to protect the wife in the security of a home by preventing the alienation of the homestead in any mode other than that prescribed by law. (Barber v. Babel, supra ; Burkett v. Burkett, supra .) When a statute says an act cannot be done unless performed in a certain mode, the inhibition against performing it in any other way would seem to be, in view of the word "cannot ," meaning an absence of power, to be just as strong and complete as when the statute says that an act, unless done in a certain mode, shall not be valid for any purpose. An examination of the other two sections of the Civil Code bearing upon the alienation and abandonment of homesteads convinces us that the construction given in Barber v. Babel to the provisions of the homestead act is correct, and should be applied to section 1242 of the Civil Code. Thus, by the provisions of section 1243, "a homestead can be abandoned only by a declaration of abandonment, or a grant thereof executed and acknowledged (1) by the husband and wife, if the claimant is married; (2) by the claimant, if unmarried." And by section 1244, "a declaration of abandonment is effectual only from the time it is filed in the office in which the homestead is recorded." These three sections are in pari materia, and must be read together and effect given to each. Sections 1242 and 1243 prescribe how homesteads may be alienated or encumbered, and the last-mentioned section, in addition thereto, how they may be abandoned, and section 1244 the time from which the abandonment becomes effectual. This last section, it is to be observed, fixes the time when the homestead character of the property is extinguished by abandonment, and does not give the abandonment any retroactive operation. The provision relating to abandonment in the homestead act of 1860, as amended in 1862, was, that the homestead would be deemed abandoned upon the declaration to that effect being filed. But in section 1244 the words "from the time "must have been used for some purpose and with the intention of preventing an instrument made by the husband alone during the existence of the homestead, and designed to affect it, from taking effect upon the abandonment of the homestead. By so construing those words, the three sections, taken together, erect a complete barrier around the homestead for the protection of it, in favor of the wife against the individual assaults of the husband upon it. If, however, an abandonment under section 1244 would, as contended for by the appellants in this case, relate back to the time that the homestead was created, so as to render effectual any attempt of the husband alone to alienate or encumber it while it was a homestead, then the restrictions in sections 1242 and 1243 would be rendered nugatory. And the husband would be enabled, if so disposed, to fraudulently destroy the homestead by first conveying it to a stranger without the knowledge of his wife, and then give vitality to his deed by obtaining her joinder in a declaration of abandonment upon some false pretext. When Gleason took the deed embracing the homestead from Spray, the declaration of homestead, unaffected by any abandonment, stood of record; he was, therefore, charged with notice of the existence of the homestead. And as he took the deed embracing the homestead property without the signature and acknowledgment of Spray's wife, the deed as to such homestead property was void. It is, therefore, unnecessary to inquire whether the instrument was intended as a deed or mortgage. The judgment and order appealed from should therefore be affirmed. The Court. -- For the reasons given in the foregoing opinion, the judgment and order are affirmed.	<urn:uuid:e4df693f-d326-4a90-8769-14cdb1e17ed9>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://casetext.com/case/gleason-v-spray	2023-10-04T19:28:35Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.955532	1,918
Pre-Purchase Inspection and Mobile Auto Repair We get lots of requests from customers looking for a capable mobile auto mechanic to do at home/work repairs and maintenance. We highly recommend the services of instaMek to get the job done RIGHT in a fast and professional manner. We love that they have a fantastic team with a great range of specially trained mechanics for high-end vehicles like BMW and Mercedes. They send the professional mechanic that’s certified to repair the specific vehicle in question. instaMek is also a great choice if you are looking for a 3rd party pre-inspection service when you are in the process of buying or selling a used car. This highly rated company services communities across Canada, including Vancouver, Burnaby, the North Shore, Coquitlam, New Westminster, Richmond, Langley, Surrey, Edmonton and Calgary. instaMek provides over 200 car repairs & services including: - Battery Replacement - Belt Repair & Replacement - Brake Services - Noise & Leak Diagnosis - Complete Engine Repair & Maintenance - Pre-Purchase Inspections With instaMek you do not have to take time out of your day to drive to a shop and wait for your car to be repaired. They come to your location, anywhere in Vancouver and the Fraser Valley at your convenience. Easy home vehicle repairs with: - Fully certified technician’s trained to work on your vehicle - 100% covered by instaMek’s insurance policy - As good at cleaning up as they are at repairing your vehicle - Free quotes Pre-Purchase Vehicle Inspections It always helps to have great independent advice when looking to purchase or potentially sell a vehicle to assess its condition and value. instaMek’s mechanics are highly trained, knowledgeable and can help you make an informed vehicle purchasing decision that could save you thousands of dollars. All OEM Parts and Repairs All at home mechanical repairs exceed the standard of your manufacturer’s specifications. Only high-quality OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) or OEM equivalent parts are used. OEM parts ensure high quality and will not void any existing manufacturer’s warranty you may have.	<urn:uuid:6fee9761-ec98-45db-892c-af1a7a4d72d8>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://cashforcars-bc.com/blog/pre-purchase-inspection-and-mobile-car-repair-services/	2023-10-04T19:57:45Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.929522	462
DPT 6206 - PharmacologyCredits: 2 Hrs. This course is an introduction to the basic principles of pharmacology as they relate to physical therapy practice. The system for the approval of drugs by the FDA will be addressed. Mechanisms for drug intake, absorption, and transport will be discussed. Common medications and their interactions with other drugs will be identified.	<urn:uuid:90576b4f-8b92-4085-b91c-1d4d9a254b25>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://catalog.wssu.edu/preview_course_nopop.php?catoid=9&coid=10553	2023-10-04T20:32:19Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.938292	78
What emerging positives continued to catch the eye during an impressive win for the Carolina Panthers in Week 10 against the Atlanta Falcons? It was going to be interesting to see how the Carolina Panthers bounced back. Coming off a short week and a drubbing at the Cincinnati Bengals, interim head coach Steve Wilks was demanding a response from his players with the entire NFL watching on. Wilks certainly got one as the Panthers dominated both lines of scrimmage to come away with a comfortable victory over the Atlanta Falcons on Thursday Night Football. Despite a 3-7 record, the Panthers incredibly remain in the hunt for the NFC South, just 1.5 games back from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. This season has a slight feel of 2014 when Carolina’s 7-8-1 record was enough to secure playoff football, where they even won a postseason game. The Panthers’ effort – which was non-existent in their Week 9 – was back for this clash as the defense came out very strong. The Falcons had the league’s eighth-best rushing attack when it came to yards per game before the contest, but a fantastic effort from Carolina restricted them to just 33 rushing yards in the first half. On the other side of the ball, we saw a clear game plan from offensive coordinator Ben McAdoo. This was to feed D’Onta Foreman and the former Texas standout had 31 carries for 130 rushing yards and a touchdown to further cement his status as the team’s No. 1 running back. It was a winning formula all around But what were the emerging positives from Carolina’s success in Week 10?	<urn:uuid:c2b0a4ca-5ac1-4f8b-aec0-92daae7befcf>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://catcrave.com/2022/11/12/5-emerging-positives-carolina-panthers-win-falcons-week-10/	2023-10-04T19:10:28Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.983028	333
Winner No. 3 D.J. Johnson - Carolina Panthers OLB There were more than a few raised eyebrows when the Carolina Panthers traded up to acquire D.J. Johnson at No. 80 overall in the 2023 Draft. While his impressive physical attributes were worth gambling on, most fans and analysts felt this was a significant reach for someone with a consensus Day 3 grade. Johnson is a rough diamond after transitioning to the edge rushing position at Oregon. However, the Panthers' acquisition of Justin Houston should give the rookie a little extra breathing space to develop at his own pace during a crucial first season in a professional environment. In fairness to Johnson, he's ignored all the criticism and focused on improving from the moment he joined the Panthers. This is starting to bear fruit in terms of on-field production if the player's performance at the New York Giants was any indication. The statistics didn't exactly jump off the screen, but Johnson's contribution was impressive upon further examination. He set the edge well against the run and caused enough disruption in obvious pass-rushing situations to leave reasons for encouragement. This bodes well for Johnson in both the short and long term. There's a good chance he sees time on the defensive rotation given Houston's age and he might have even surpassed the likes of Yetur Gross-Matos on the depth chart already.	<urn:uuid:eb07926a-ee59-4095-a87a-95278152edc8>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://catcrave.com/posts/5-winners-losers-carolina-panthers-preseason-loss-ny-giants/5	2023-10-04T21:00:32Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.972611	276
For Brian Mizzoni, becoming a parent deeply reaffirmed the value of protecting life from conception onward. “The miracle of life — it really hit me how our Heavenly Father created us. I’ve had that deep conviction since the birth of my children,” he said. “Then I looked at all the (aborted) children deprived of life, and I felt so bad. I wanted to do something to raise awareness about the sanctity of life.” Whereas the Jan. 24 March for Life marks the nation’s largest one-day protest against legalized abortion, the pro-life position is on public display 365 days a year in the Corning-Painted Post area — thanks to the efforts of Mizzoni and two fellow members of All Saints Parish, Michael Joseph and Tony Agosta. Mizzoni, Joseph and Agosta were the driving forces behind a Memorial to the Unborn that was erected this fall next to a shrine of the Blessed Mother at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 115 E. High St., Painted Post. The idea for the memorial originated with Mizzoni and Agosta more than four years ago. They shared their vision with Joseph, a former grand knight with Corning Knights of Columbus Council 281. Discussions deepened over the next two years, as the trio began to combine their lunchtime meetings with praying the rosary at St. Mary’s Chapel. Joseph, who is currently a trustee for Council 281, ended up chairing the project and securing necessary funding from his council. He noted that Knights of Columbus councils often erect memorials to the unborn as part of their involvement in a number of pro-life activities. “Knights of Columbus are champions of the fight against abortion,” he said. The Knights’ support was a turning point for the project. “It never really took off until they got involved,” Mizzoni said. “When you put it in the hands of a group that’s well recognized, it’s easier to move it through,” Agosta observed. Even so, it took quite some time to finalize the project with All Saints’ administration and parish pastoral council — especially regarding the memorial’s location and message. It was originally planned to be at St. Patrick’s Church in Corning, but St. Patrick’s closed in 2001. Finally the memorial was approved for Immaculate Heart of Mary, accomplishing the organizers’ goal of having it visible in a well-traveled area. “The K of C wants people in the community — more than just Catholics — to know that this is an issue that’s important to us, and important to our Lord,” Joseph said. However, since abortion is a sensitive subject, the wording had to be dealt with carefully. “It was no easy task,” Joseph stated. “Several proponents were for a very strong message that indicated the horrors of abortion very clearly, and we had to temper that with the (parish’s) concern about sending too harsh a message and incurring the wrath of a community.” Agosta and Mizzoni added that they didn’t want the words to alienate women who have had abortions. “It’s not to chastise. It’s more, what can we do to make people understand, and to educate people,” Agosta said. The final product displays a quotation from Jeremiah 1:5. Above the quotation is the inscription “In loving memory of the holy innocents” acknowledging the lives ended by abortion. The memorial stone was secured through Haughey Funeral Home in Corning. Joseph described the artwork as “a wonderful handmade inlay of the Holy Family, which was a special feature we wanted to include. And it has the K of C insignia on the face and back of the stone.” Dedication of the memorial took place Oct. 31, 2004. Council 281 covered the entire $3,000 cost, Joseph said, adding that the council plans to also finance landscaping around the display and that he hopes the monument eventually will be illuminated. Though erecting the memorial was a significant accomplishment, organizers acknowledged that many more challenges lie ahead in protecting and promoting the lives of unborn children. “The monument is one piece of a whole pie, of different ways to try to bring education and awareness and forgiveness and remembrance,” said Agosta, who, along with Mizzoni, attended his first March for Life in Washington, D.C., last year. “We recognize it’s just the beginning,” Joseph said. “Once people have been awakened to the call of these children, we would encourage them to donate resources to shelters for women who had considered abortions but decided not to have them. That’s where the real action is.”Tags: Abortion	<urn:uuid:373d3187-5750-45aa-a1d3-b7b888978cb4>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://catholiccourier.com/articles/memorial-to-unborn-opens/	2023-10-04T20:45:38Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.972079	1,042
Craigslist is a popular online platform where people can buy, sell, and trade goods and services. One of the most interesting features of Craigslist is the “Free Stuff” section, where users can find a variety of items that are being given away for free. If you are looking for free stuff, then Craigslist can be a great resource for you. Today, Craigslist’s “Free Stuff” section is filled with a variety of items that you can get for free. Some of the items that are currently available include furniture, electronics, books, and clothing. There are also a lot of household items that are being given away, such as kitchen appliances, dishes, and silverware. Additionally, you can find items for outdoor activities, such as bicycles, gardening tools, and camping gear. It is important to note that while the items are free, you will need to pick them up yourself. The location of the item is listed in the advertisement, so make sure that you are able to travel to the location to retrieve it. Additionally, some items may require some cleaning or repair before they can be used. If you are interested in finding free stuff on Craigslist, it is important to exercise caution and use common sense. Be wary of scams and never give out personal information or money to someone you do not know. Always meet in a public place, and bring a friend with you if possible. In conclusion, if you are in need of some free items, then Craigslist’s “Free Stuff” section can be a great resource for you. With a little bit of patience and caution, you can find some great items that can help you save money and improve your quality of life.	<urn:uuid:2c7712d3-45ba-4e92-8e84-103fbd64efc4>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://cava-almundo.com/craigslist-free-stuff-today/	2023-10-04T18:58:21Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.961726	349
Whether you’re managing a professional warehouse, or merely need a place to store excess documents and other items which don’t fit in your office, you probably utilize storage spaces as part of your business. These storage systems need to be secured, and wire storage cages are among the best options on the market. Inexpensive to purchase and implement, wire storage systems bring plenty of advantages and very few drawbacks. Three Reasons to Invest in Wire Storage Cages 1. Maintaining inventory control Wire mesh cages are a perfect balance between being able to see and access your stock while preventing any loss. Well-crafted mesh cages cannot be easily defeated, not without heavy-duty tools, and easily secured with a variety of locks and access devices. There’s very little chance of items going missing, whether accidentally or deliberately. At the same time, since you can see through the mesh, it does not interfere with taking inventory or with watching over the items for damage. It is also an excellent option for securing pieces of equipment that are expensive, or at risk of being tampered with. 2. Preventing physical damage Surrounding your racks with wire cages helps ensure stock remains in place, even in the event of a mishap such as a forklift backing into a rack. The mesh cage will act as a safety net, holding the stock in place and preventing it from falling. Along the same lines, since most mesh cages have a bit of ‘give’ to them, they can be safer for the heavy equipment as well. A forklift can rebound off the cage with less damage done to it, as opposed to running into something like a solid wall. 3. Protecting your workers Of course, not only the stock needs to be protected. The wire storage cages will also protect your workers from a mishap, and significantly reduce the chances of injuries occurring due to falling items. They will be considerably safer, compared to working around open unshielded shelves. In turn, this means fewer injury claims, and likely lower insurance costs as well. Cal-Wire Can Serve All Your Wire Mesh Needs Since 1948, Cal-Wire has been one of the nation’s leading suppliers of metal wire and products made from wire. We use tightly vetted sources of metal to ensure our products are of exceptional quality, combined with decades of expertise in their use. Contact us to learn more.	<urn:uuid:318750a9-90fa-4bb2-b740-e6ccbfa8cbc2>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://cawire.com/three-reasons-why-wire-storage-cages-are-a-worthwhile-storage-investment/	2023-10-04T19:01:35Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.957964	494
Principal Investigators: Jason Stammen, PhD, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration; John H. Bolte IV, PhD, The Ohio State University; Kristy Arbogast, PhD, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Below is an executive summary of this project. Please note that this summary describes results and interpretation that may not be final. Final interpretation of results will be in the peer-reviewed literature. Little is known about the dynamic response of the adolescent occupant shoulder when seat belt restrained in a frontal or off-center crash. Pediatric clavicle fractures attributed to shoulder belt loading, while rare, provide a glimpse into how the belt-shoulder interaction changes with crash speed, the principal direction of force, restraint type, and belt anchor locations within the vehicle. Investigating cases of clavicle fractures sustained by seat-belt-restrained pediatric occupants provides guidance for developing improved shoulder designs in child-sized anthropomorphic test devices (ATDs). The goals of the study were to determine the crash characteristics typically associated with clavicle fractures, with consideration for age-related differences in injury patterns and restraint conditions, and to estimate the level of force required to cause injury to the adolescent clavicle through paired match case reconstructions with a Hybrid III ATD model. Real world crash data was collected from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Crash Injury and Research Engineering Network (CIREN) and the National Automotive Sampling System – Crashworthiness Data System (NASS-CDS). The data collected included age, seating position, type of restraint, extent of vehicle damage, crash velocity, and injuries. Differences in injury patterns between front- and rear-seated occupants, as well as between adult and adolescent occupants, were observed in NASS-CDS data. Younger occupants appeared to have a greater risk of thoracic organ injuries, while older occupants tended to have more skeletal (rib, sternum, and clavicle) injuries due to the belt. Also, lumbar vertebral fractures were more common in younger occupants, reflecting the greater propensity for the lap belt to ride up on the occupant’s abdomen rather than fitting properly over the hips. The data were further analyzed to identify patterns associated with clavicle fractures, including the presence of attendant serious head and thorax injuries. Four CIREN cases with a seat belt-induced clavicle fracture were selected, along with four cases without clavicle fracture matched to the injured cases by occupant, vehicle and crash characteristics. These eight cases were reconstructed using a combination of a computational modeling of the crash and a 3D finite element (FE) model of the clavicle created from real patient medical imaging. Vehicle- specific seat geometries and crash pulses were used to replicate the case information as closely as possible, and shoulder-belt contact forces obtained from the computer simulations were used as input to the FE clavicle, which had age-appropriate mechanical properties developed from literature studies. Differences in stress (the amount of force per area) magnitude between fracture and non-fracture cases were quantified with respect to both ATD shoulder forces and radiological fracture locations. By drawing relationships between cases where the clavicle was injured and not injured, the researchers can provide guidance for improved ATD shoulder design, as well as loading thresholds indicative of clavicle fracture for vehicle and child seat design. Caitlin Locey, BA and Matthew R. Maltese, PhD, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia; Rebecca Dupaix, PhD, The Ohio State University; Dan Parent, PhD, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Travis Jones and Rakshit Ramachandra, The Ohio State University Doug Longhitano, Honda R&D Americas Inc.; Rodney Rudd, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration; Julie Kleinert, General Motors Holdings LLC	<urn:uuid:7adcb8e4-6853-4ce4-80d2-86e037e39732>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://cchips.research.chop.edu/clavicle-fractures-due-to-belt-loading-in-rear-seated-adolescent-occupants?year=2011-2012&tid=204	2023-10-04T21:07:12Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.937144	798
The company had 300 employees in 20 states, many of whom worked remotely. All employees were classified as exempt, even though there were various duties and job levels within the company. Based on the 2016 regulations there was a risk that as many as 175 employees would be impacted by this. An assessment of the current FLSA classifications of a privately-held company was conducted. CCI obtained job descriptions, organizational charts, annual salaries, and additional relevant data. Managers and department heads were interviewed to ascertain primary duties and responsibilities. Job descriptions alone are not sufficient to determine if the duties test is met. The potential for fines of over $1 million in back wages and damages was reduced. About 100 employees were classified incorrectly and had to change to non-exempt. Nearly 50 correctly classified exempt employees required a salary adjustment to meet the new salary threshold. The company acknowledged the need for change management and management training. CCI developed new policies, procedures, management training and communication for the impacted employees.	<urn:uuid:98cdd291-5cbf-4b64-a7bb-28025f6e7fc9>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://cciconsulting.com/case_studies/flsa-assessment/	2023-10-04T21:01:14Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.982224	207
Monitoring your workforce strategy You’ve implemented your workforce plan, so what comes next? Monitoring and reporting on how your strategy is playing out may seem like the simplest task but it’s often the most overlooked. If you take the approach that workforce planning is not part of your day-to-day job as a business owner, then it’s likely to end up gathering dust rather than facilitate workforce future-proofing. Monitor, measure and adjust No plan is set in stone so monitor, measure and adjust your workforce strategy in response to real-time business conditions. The following are a few steps to help get you started: - Put in place an Action Plan that includes key elements of your workforce strategy. - Monitor your workforce plan. What may have seemed like a great idea six months ago may no longer be realistic. - Measure your plan by linking it to key performance indicators (KPIs). - If you identify any weaknesses, then don’t be afraid to adjust your strategy to ensure it’s fit-for purpose. - Rinse and repeat. Build your own success What’s deemed as successful for one business may fall short for another. For example, low turnover may be seen as success for some companies while new ideas or new people is a key measure of success for others. "Every industry is different,” says Apprenticeship Support Australia Manager Lena Constantine. "Businesses need to get their metrics clear, and align strategies to meet those metrics.”	<urn:uuid:1ddb7177-7422-44d4-8d1e-4fd41ac96d48>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://cciwa.com/business-toolbox/employees/monitoring-your-workforce-strategy/	2023-10-04T18:51:00Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.933063	323
The law and your business There is an enormous breadth and depth of laws that businesses need to comply with that protect your business, customers, staff, suppliers and competitors. Fortunately, information provided by CCIWA and the Federal and State governments can help businesses to navigate the sea of requirements. This article provides a snapshot of where to find information about some high-level areas of business law. Choosing the right structure for your business can have implications on your level of personal liability, the amount of tax you pay and whether or not your personal assets are protected from litigation. Seek advice from your accountant. If you’re an officeholder of a company, you must comply with requirements in the Corporations Act 2001. Officeholders are ultimately responsible for a company’s adherence to the Corporations Act. For more information about the law and your company, visit the Australian Securities and Investments Commission website. Whether you’re creating a contract or signing one, it’s essential to put the time and effort into understanding and managing all aspects of the contract and the relationship it will create. Your business and customers are protected from unfair trading practices by Australian federal and state laws, Australian standards and codes of practice (voluntary and mandatory). All parties involved in a franchise arrangement in Australia are legally required to comply with the Franchising Code of Conduct, which sits within the Competition and Consumer Act 2010. The code regulates the conduct between all franchising participants in Australia. As a business owner, it’s vital to have a working understanding of your employment obligations and how you should address them. CCI provides members with advice about various areas of employment. Industrial relations systems Employees of WA businesses are covered by either a state or national industrial system. Each system has different employment rights, obligations, pay levels and minimum wage levels. Sole traders, unincorporated partnerships and some trusts come under the state system while the national system applies to incorporated businesses – those with ‘Pty Ltd’ or ‘Ltd’ in their name. Unfortunately, it’s not always so cut and dry. Most CCI membership packages offer free advice through the Employee Relations Advice Centre on awards, minimum wages, leave entitlements, employment conditions, unfair dismissal, redundancy and terminations. There are different requirements under each system to keep employee records, such as timesheets, payslips and pay summaries, tax file declarations and superannuation payments. It’s unlawful to discriminate again people based on a wide range of factors, including their gender, age, marital status, religion, race, impairment, pregnancy and family status. For details about your equal opportunity obligations, visit the Equal Opportunity Commission website. Most CCI membership packages offer free advice on equal opportunity through the Employee Relations Advice Centre. Occupational Safety and Health Business owners are responsible for ensuring their employees’ workplace is safe – not just for staff, but also customers. There are legal repercussions for failure to meet Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) obligations. The principal OHS law in WA is the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1984, supported by the Occupational Safety and Health Regulations 1996. WorkSafe WA is responsible for responsible for the administration of the Act in WA. Most members of CCI can receive free telephone advice on OHS and workers’ compensation issues, as well as discounted professional OHS consultancy, customised training courses and business briefings. Businesses are legally obliged to create an effective system that documents the steps to be taken if an injury occurs in the workplace. Penalties can apply for failure to meet create an injury management system. CCI can help with policies and WorkCover WA provides information and templates. Workers’ compensation insurance Business owners are legally required to have workers’ compensation insurance for all staff (including family members) and contractors. For detailed information about requirements to provide workers’ compensation insurance, visit the WorkCover WA website. Protecting your intellectual property is important if you want a monopoly on commercialising that idea. It’s worth investing in a patent lawyer to help you choose the right IP protection and ensure you don’t make any irreversible errors in the paperwork. Most retail shop leases in Western Australia must comply with the Commercial Tenancy (Retail Shops) Agreements Act 1985. If you intend to lease a commercial tenancy, it’s important the lease agreement is transparent and fair, as required by the Act. 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School security remains a wide spectrum of tactics ranging from providing schools with School Resource Officers (SROs) to ensuring availability of wrap around services to all students, and many variations in between. Emergencies can occur in an array of forms, ranging from natural to human inflicted. As we occupy different areas of the country, we are aware of the emergencies that affect us more commonly, as well as those that are unpredictable. Despite the type of emergency, it is vital that we have procedures in place to ensure the safety as well as the security of students and building staff, especially in the event that first responders are delayed. In the wake of an emergency, either predicted or unexpected it is essential to have a response plan in place in order to save lives and mitigate the severity of a situation. This provides a starting point in order to cultivate recovery of a school environment as swiftly as possibly following an emergency. 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Hoi An used to be a bustling, prosperous trade port during past centuries, before its role was replaced by Da Nang. Merchants from many countries on different continents came here to seek silk, spices and handicraft products including porcelain and potteries. Off the coast of Hoi An (the Cham Island), archaeologists discovered a shipwreck that contains plenty of export vases, bowls and more. The bulk of them was baked in Chu Đậu village in the north and Thanh Ha village in Hoi An. This collection then was divided into smaller ones, and sent to exhibit in leading museums throughout the country. In town, the Museum of Trade Ceramics provides the chance. This travel guide aims to introduce Thanh Ha Pottery Village and its traditional pottery production from past to now. It’s only massive kiln in the Central region and has a slight competition with Phước Tích village in the northernmost of Hue. In the busiest year, it is the destination of 2,5 million visitors and two third is foreigners. 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Table of content - 1 What is Thanh Ha Pottery Village? - 2 Location and Get to Thanh Ha Pottery Village - 3 Thanh Ha Pottery Village History - 4 About Thanh Ha Village Potteries - 5 Thanh Ha Pottery Village Entrance Fee - 6 Activities in Thanh Ha Pottery Village - 7 When to Visit Thanh Ha Pottery Village - 8 Thanh Ha Terracotta Park - 9 Thanh Ha Fish Market - 10 Thanh Ha Pottery Village Tour - 11 Hoi An Private Tour Guide - 12 Thanh Ha Pottery Village on Google Maps - 13 Related Posts - 14 My Lai Massacre Village (or Son My Memorial) in Quang Ngai - 15 Cam Kim Island: The Peaceful Countryside of Hoi An - 16 Getting from Hue to Hoi An: Which is the Best Way? - 17 Cycling in Hoi An: Rental, Where to Cycle and Tours - 18 The Best Time to Visit Hoi An - 19 The Bamboo Circus Show (Teh Dar Show) at Hoi An Lune Center - 20 Cua Dai Beach: The Famous Beach of Hoi An - 21 The Japanese Covered Bridge - 22 Bach Ma National Park: Hiking, Trekking in Da Nang and Hoi An - 23 Hoi An Wet Season: What to Do in Hoi An When It Rains? 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- 63 Hoi An Pottery Village: A Guide to Thanh Ha Pottery Village - 64 Hoi An Ancient Town Tour - 65 Hoi An Old Town Ticket: Price, Sellers, Included Sites, More - 66 My Son Sanctuary Tour - 67 Hoi An Lanterns: Festival, Making Class, Where to Buy, More - 68 Hoi An Best Area to Stay: Guide to Where to Stay in Hoi An - 69 Hoi An Weather by Month: Guide to Hoi An Monthly Weather - 70 Hoi An River Cruise: Guide to The Best Boat Tour in Hoi An - 71 Hoi An Old Town Boats: Guide to Boat Rides in Hoi An Town - 72 Hoi An 2 Day Itinerary: Traveler Guide to 2 Days in Hoi An - 73 Cham Island Hoi An - 74 Hoi An Basket Boat Ride - 75 Hoi An Coconut Village: A Guide to Cam Thanh Coconut Village - 76 Hoi An Cham Temples: My Son Sanctuary & Quang Nam Temples - 77 How to Get from Da Nang Airport to Hoi An - 78 Da Nang to Hoi An: Best Da Nang Airport Transfer and More - 79 Hoi An Tour Guide: How to Find a Private Tour Guide in Hoi An - 80 Hoi An Ancient Town Attractions - 81 Hoi An Old Town Map - 82 Tra Que Vegetable Village - 83 Hoi An Lantern Festival - 84 Hoi An Night Market: A Thing to Do in Hoi An at Night - 85 My Son Sanctuary Travel Guide - 86 Hoi An Old Town Unesco World Heritage – Hoi An Travel Guide - 87 Featured Tours and Experiences - 87.0.1 Full Day My Lai Massacre Tour - 87.0.2 Hue to Hoi An Private Car Transfer with Sightseeing (and Vice Versa) - 87.0.3 Hue to Hoi An Motorbike Tour (and Vice Versa) - 87.0.4 Hai Van Pass Motorbike Tour from Hoi An or Da Nang - 87.0.5 Da Nang Night Tour From Hoi An with Local Food Dinner - 87.0.6 Da Nang Day Trip From Hoi An with Local Food Lunch - 87.0.7 Golden Bridge and Ba Na Hills Night Tour - 87.0.8 Golden Hands Bridge Tour In Sunrise or Sunset (1/2 Day) - 87.0.9 Cam Kim Island Bicycle Tour From Hoi An - 87.0.10 Cham Island Tour From Hoi An (Group Tour) - 87.0.11 Cham Island Tour From Da Nang (Group Tour) - 87.0.12 Hoi An Vegetarian Food Tour - 87.0.13 Hoi An Evening Walking Food Tour Through Laneways - 87.0.14 Private Hoi An Basket Boat Tour (Shuttle Bus, Bicycle, Bike) - 87.0.15 Half-day Am Phu Cave Tour (Private) - 87.0.16 Hoi An Countryside Tour (Bicycle, Car, Electric Shuttle) - 87.0.17 Da Nang Tour Package From Singapore - 87.0.18 Hoi An Evening Tour From Da Nang - 87.0.19 Hoi An Walking Food Tour Through Laneways - 87.0.20 My Son Sanctuary and Hoi An Old Town Tour with Thu Bon River Cruise - 87.0.21 My Son Day Trip From Hoi An including Marble Mountains and Basket Boat - 87.0.22 Half Day Hoi An City Tour With River Cruise - 87.0.23 Son Tra Peninsula Tour with Marble Mountains (Private/Small Group) - 87.0.24 Hue Day Trip From Hoi An with Hai Van Pass, River Cruise & Lunch - 87.0.25 Hoi An Ancient Town and Countryside Tour (Bests of Hoi An Tour) - 87.0.26 Hoi An Tour From Da Nang Airport (Private, Optional Lunch) - 87.0.27 Hoi An Day Trip From Da Nang (Marble Mountains, Basket Boat, Old Town) - 87.0.28 Da Nang City Tour From Airport (Private, Optional Lunch) - 87.0.29 Hoi An City Tour with Lantern Class, Lantern Boat, Night Market & Local Food Sampling - 87.0.30 Marble Mountains, Basket Boat Ride & Hoi An Old Town Walking Tour - 87.0.31 Marble Mountains & Golden Bridge Day Tour with Buffet Lunch - 87.0.32 Marble Mountains & Monkey Mountain Tour (Half-day, Private) - 87.0.33 Private Golden Bridge Sunrise Tour (Half-day, Optional Lunch) - 87.0.34 Hoi An Ancient Town & Golden Bridge Day Tour (Private/Small Group) - 87.0.35 My Son Sanctuary & Golden Bridge Day Tour (Private/Small Group) - 87.0.36 Private My Son Sanctuary Sunrise or Sunset Tour - 87.0.37 Full Day Hoi An Ancient Town & Countryside Experience With Local - 87.0.38 Full Day My Son Sanctuary & Hoi An Countryside Tour With Local - 87.0.39 Full Day Hoi An Ancient Town & Coconut Village Experience - 87.0.40 Son Tra Peninsula, Marble Mountains and Hoi An City Tour What is Thanh Ha Pottery Village? Thanh Ha Pottery Village (or Làng gốm Thanh Hà) is a famous pottery making community 2,5 km to the west of Hoi An Old Town. It’s established in 16th century by Vietnamese immigrants from the north. When the town was busy with foreign merchants in later times, its inhabitants produced high-quality potteries for exportation. Thanh Ha’s clay products have their own characteristics that are unlike other “workshops” in Vietnam. Nowadays, there are 35 families continuing their ancestor handicraft tradition and creating souvenirs, building materials for sale. The artisans also guide visitors how to make ceramics by themselves. It’s an experience in which so much fun is provided. Thanh Ha pottery making now is a national intangible cultural heritage, only in Da Nang and Hoi An area. Location and Get to Thanh Ha Pottery Village Where is Hoi An Pottery Village? Thanh Ha Pottery Village is 3 km from the Old Town, to the west via Hung Vuong St. Pham Phan Rd and Hung Vuong Rd connect it with the busiest highway in Vietnam – QL1A, Da Nang and My Son Sanctuary. In its “entrance”, the newly-built Cam Kim bridge leads to the island of the same name where peaceful rural villages are located. To the north, Hai Muoi Tam Thang Ba Rd provides a short distance to the beaches. Thanks to being by the Thu Bon river, traveling to it by boat is possible. Car, Bus and Bikes Thanh Ha Pottery Village has a very convenient location that is easy to get from anywhere in Hoi An and Da Nang to it. From the Old Town, travelers need less than 10 minutes to see the ticket booth and start exploring then, by taxi or car. The main street – Duy Tan is also wide enough to allow the access of buses. Bikes definitely are okay to ride around the village. Parking in the ticket counter (5,000 VND fee) and touring by foot is recommended for motorcycle riders. If have a bicycle, Hoi An Old Town Boat to Thanh Ha Village Traveling by boat to Thanh Ha village from Old Town’s harbour is often recommended by local tour operators. The ride may include Kim Bong carpentry village in some packages. It’not long, around 15 minutes and provides a chance to view tranquil sceneries on the banks and enjoy cool breezes. In the sunset time, the experience is definitely nicer, with a brilliant beauty of golden river and orangish skies. Sunset ride should be from the village downstream to the town. The bicycle can be brought to the boat without an additional fee. Thanh Ha Pottery Village History Establishment of Thanh Ha Village In 1602, a place near Thanh Ha village today was chosen to be capital of Quang Nam province. It’s the seat of power for Nguyen Hoang lord who moved to the south of the country at that time to establish his own state. In a dream, he saw a goddess and she gave him a clay bowl. Then, told him to go to her temple where the land around it is perfect to develop pottery production. The day after, the lord and his son rode the horse and finally found it according to her guidance. After that, he sent the soldiers to return to his hometown, to call for immigrants and especially experienced potters. The first families (founders) are 8, including Nguyễn Viết, Nguyễn Văn, Bùi, Võ, Ngụy, Nguyễn Kim, Lê and Nguyễn Đức. All have been honoured in Nam Dieu Temple today by their successors. A fact that the current location of the village was not the first place where the founders resided. They moved to it later because of its conveniences in traffic. It’s close by major roads, between Hoi An port and the political capital, and by the largest river – Thu Bon. It’s great to off-load the materials and load complete products for sale. Producing Potteries for Exportation People made pottery in Thanh Ha village from mid-16th century, as a part time job to improve their income. In 17th onwards, Hoi An town nearby became a thriving trade port and attracted merchants who seeked good-quality clay products to buy. Taking this chance, locals are more active in spinning the wheel and firing the kilns. That’s the reason why the village was moved to its current location, by the river that is perfect for loading and off-loading of the goods. Local production reached its peak in the 19th century and early 20th century. Following the merchants, Thanh Ha’s potteries were presented in many countries worldwide. Then it declined due to wars and increasing popularity of plastic and metal objects. In the 1980s, villagers changed to make tiles and bricks, and in the 1990s, they invented clay whistles to sell for tourists. Fine art and glazed ceramics are also manufactured. Tradition of Making Potteries Today Nowadays, there are 35 families still producing potteries in the village, the holders of the national intangible cultural heritage title. The artisans are 15th and 16th generations of the founders who migrated from two Northern provinces – Nghe An and Thanh Hoa. Apart from pottery, people here also make tiles and bricks as building materials to reconstruct and renovate ancient houses in the Old Town. As a result of tourism growth in recent years, souvenirs, gifts and other lovely things are seen around. On the other hand, the tradition is partially shared to visitors who like to create their first potteries ever in their lifetime. Artisans will instruct from the scratch if requested. About Thanh Ha Village Potteries The material used to make Thanh Ha potteries has to be yellow, flexible clay with a high adhesion. In past centuries, the villagers could extract it in the village or the surrounding rice paddies. Today, they buy the soil from Thanh Quýt (11km northwest) or Thi Lai (15km southwest). The sellers often move by boat to the village. How to Make a Pottery in Thanh Ha Village The first stage to make potteries in Thanh Ha is to process the soil into the clay. After adding water, the makers use the trowel to trim and cut the soil into smaller pieces. They knead each piece 3 times until becoming perfect for the next step – forming the shape. In common, two people (maybe husband and wife) do it to produce the potteries quicker, but now solo makers are seen more popularly. He or she uses a manual pottery’s wheel to spin and create what he/she likes, such as a pot to cook food or make tea. This step requires many skills and experiences. After feeling the products are nicely shaped, people put them in the sun and the final “fitting” starts when the “crust” becomes dry. After fully dried, potteries are ready to be sold in markets or souvenir stores. Distinctions of Thanh Ha Potteries Thanh Ha potteries are non-glazed and fired in the wood kiln. These may be lost in many traditional villages across the country due to modernization and mass production. In the visit, travelers can see artisans drying the pots on the open yard or burning kilns. Thanh Ha Pottery Village Entrance Fee Price of Thanh Ha Pottery Village ticket is 35,000 VND for adults and 15,000 VND for childrens. It covers entry to the village, visiting historical sites (Nam Dieu Temple, Xuan My Communal House), a pottery making class with artisans, a gift (clay whistle) and two-way transfers from the counter. The ticket booth is at the crossroads of Duy Tan and Pham Phan roads, the Terracotta Park. It opens daily from 8 a.m to 5:30 p.m. If traveling by boat, travelers will see a cashier in the landing place to buy tickets. The class is available in workshops, houses of the artists where it’s possible to see wheels and many potteries around. Some of them are along the riverfront. The whistle gift is received in an artisan house near G.O.M coffee. The owner of the place will give a board showing years of birth and corresponding zodiac animals in traditional thought. It’s fun to guess what animal is yours and other family member’s. At the counter, ask the cashier to give you a map and request her to note workshops, places to get the gift and temples. Tour guide is available for free for a group of 8 people minimum. Activities in Thanh Ha Pottery Village Making a Pottery by own Hands Thanh Ha Pottery Village entrance fee covers this must-do activity. It’s available in the workshops (houses of artisans) by the riverfront or in brick-paved lanes of the place. In each workshop, the owners will instruct visitors how to make their own pottery from a piece of pre-processed clay. All steps follow the tradition. He/she gives the demonstration first and then visitors start touching on the wet soil. A manual potter’s wheel is used instead of the one run by electricity. The learners can spin it by themselves or have help from artisans. While forming a pot or vase, they are also assisted to create a beautiful shape and add a spout if that is a teapot. Lastly, visitors can choose to pack and take it away immediately or let the people dry it in the sun and send it to the hotel later. In the house, there are numerous pieces of pottery to buy. Visiting Historic Buildings Thanh Ha Village has some historic buildings to have a look at and learn about its history and local architecture. These are the highlights: – Xuan My Communal House: by and facing the river. Under the shaded banyan tree, it’s built in the mid-17th century, and the last (largest) renovation was in 1903. On the paved yard, there is a front screen (bình phong) and two small shrines to worship the Six Fairy Ladies and God of the Land. In the second place, a stone elephant of the Chams in 8th century is seen. Its architecture is typical of a Hoi An’s communal house where the founders are honoured. Two ceremonies are held in the year here: lễ tế xuân (the 12nd day of the second lunar month) and lễ tế thu (the 12nd day of eighth lunar month). – Le Ban House: a garden house built in the end of 19th century, by a rich pottery seller at that time named Lê Từ. It’s the only old resilience in the village today. – Nam Dieu Temple of Potter Ancestors: in the northernmost part of the village. It’s constructed in 1866 to honour the first pottery makers in history. On the 10th day of the first lunar month (tháng giêng), a festival takes place here. In the workshops, visitors can see lots of potteries for sale with a variety of size, shape and price. Some of them may be nice to bring home as a reminder about Hoi An. Due to direct sellers, visitors pay lower rates than in town. There are many souvenir stores around the village too. When to Visit Thanh Ha Pottery Village Anytime of the day it is okay to visit Thanh Ha Pottery Village and start making a clay pot by yourself. Tickets are sold from 8 a.m to 5 p.m, but if coming earlier or later, you can pay directly for the artisan to learn his/her techniques. In some workshops, you just need to buy something. Although being close by the river, floods don’t affect the village in the rainy season. If traveling to Thanh Ha Pottery Village by boat, the best time to board from the Old Town is in the afternoon and return in the sunset. Sparkling scene of sundown on Thu Bon River is definitely a wonderful ending to the day of exploration. Thanh Ha Terracotta Park This is the newest cultural landmark in Thanh Ha Pottery Village. It’s built in 2011 by Nguyễn Văn Nguyên – an architect who was born in the village. He used non-glazed bricks to build that tell visitors a distinction of local potteries. The park has 2 different buildings, representing 2 styles of kiln and all stand on a potter wheel. Its exterior features ponds and flows of water, flowers and the miniature of many wonders of the world, like the Sydney opera house or Colosseum amphitheatre in Rome. Inside the buildings, visitors will see exhibitions of potteries across the country, including the ancient ones made by the Cham or Sa Huỳnh cultures. Thanh Ha Terracotta Park opens from 8:30 a.m to 5 p.m from Monday to Friday, and from 8 am to 5 pm on weekends. Its entrance fee costs 50,000 VND for adults and 30,000 VND for children. See full details in https://centralvietnamguide.com/thanh-ha-terracotta-park/ Thanh Ha Fish Market This bustling fish market is under the new Cam Kim Bridge, in the “entrance” of Thanh Ha Pottery Village. It opens from around 4 a.m and ends at 7 or 8 a.m. Travelers are recommended to visit in early hours due to the chance to see the most diversity of fishes and seafoods. Scene of fishermans, their boats, sellers, and buyers is really lively. A picture here is what local photographers must have. Pottery workshops are nearly 1 km away (following Duy Tan Rd). Thanh Ha Pottery Village Tour Thanh Ha pottery village is in the half-day Hoi An countryside tour. Here, travelers will experience making pottery at their hands, with assistance from artisans. Definitely, family members or friends will have an interesting time with wet clay, potter’s wheel or touchings. Before that, the guide shows the village’s historical places and local life through peaceful laneways. Two other rural villages complete the rest of the tour. The first village – Tra Que vegetable growing village is the host for a farming class. In which, travelers become farmers, interact with real farmers and learn about traditional techniques to plant baby herbs. In the second village – Cam Thanh coconut village, a local man will take travelers around a peaceful sea palm forest and watch fun-filled performances (like spinning boat ride). 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CHG employees from east to west agree: CHG is a great place to work. Fortune magazine agrees, too, naming CHG No. 3 on¬†its "100 Best Companies to Work For" list. That's four years in a row for CHG, and we'll admit we're awfully proud of this company and its people. With turkey hat-donning leaders, a fun-filled culture, unique benefits and other great perks, it's obvious there are many reasons why people love working here! Check out the top¬†10 reasons we love CHG -- and be sure to check out a video and photos of our Fortune celebration! 10. Tuition reimbursement program "When I started here, I had my associate's degree in accounting. The tuition reimbursement program allowed me to continue my quest for more knowledge, and I went back to college to get my bachelor's degree as well as my master's degree. When I decided to study for the Certified Payroll Professional exam, the tuition reimbursement program paid for the exam and all I had to do was pass, which I did. This experience has truly allowed me to accomplish the goals that I set for myself many years ago." ‚Äì¬†Kimberly Del'Valle, accounting, RNnetwork in Boca Raton, Fla. 9. On-site health center "CHG added a health center to its office in Salt Lake City. It is a huge benefit and time-saver when my family or I need medical care. I can get an appointment quickly, and it's easy to get my needs met. Putting People First is really not just a tagline. It is lived and breathed through our organization." ‚Äì Jennifer Lemon, benefits and compensation, CHG in Salt Lake City, Utah 8. Good listening skills "The company actively seeks our feedback, and it's great to know that even if we have concerns or disagree with something, our CEO and CHG are always ready to listen." ‚Äì¬†Martin Schrader, sales, CompHealth in Salt Lake City, Utah 7. Transparency in communication "I am very thankful that I get to work for a company that values the transparency between our leaders and employees. The fact that our leaders think it's important to keep every employee in the loop about our company's plans ‚Äî including what we need to work on and celebrating our achievements ‚Äî makes this company one of the best to work for. Good communication, transparency and trust are the main foundations of a successful company." ‚Äì Miguel Martinez, accounts receivable, CHG in Salt Lake City, Utah 6. Flexible scheduling "Flexible scheduling has allowed me to participate in my children's sports activities. My 14-year-old son plays high school baseball. A lot of parents miss the games because they're in the late afternoon/early evening. Because I've been able to come to work early, I've been able to go to all of the games while continuing to get my job done." ‚Äî Joseph Amaru, sales, CompHealth in Norwalk, Conn. 5. Sponsored philanthropy "My most memorable experience at CHG was when CHG sponsored employees helping out in the community while paying us for a day's work. It shows how CHG not only cares for its employees, but everyone in the community as well. I never fail to be continually amazed at the caliber of this company." ‚Äì Christal Potter, sales, CompHealth in Salt Lake City, Utah 4. Executive leaders who hand out whoopee pies "One of the unique things about this company is the executives. I am amazed by how much the executives seem to enjoy and care about their employees. It is not unusual to see them throughout the building amongst the employees; in fact, they personally bring treats around to all of us. Just this week they came around with turkey hats on and handed out pumpkin whoopee pies!" ‚Äì Mary Coombs, payroll, CHG in Salt Lake City, Utah 3. Focus on YOUR growth and improvement "We believe that if we build a people-focused culture and provide the tools to be successful and engage employees, everyone can meet their full potential. In short, everyone can be a ‚Äòhigh potential' employee. Therefore, we design training and development programs for all levels of employees and leaders, from brand-new to seasoned veteran. Our goal is to create a learning organization where employees are dedicated to the continuous improvement of their skills, their team results and the company culture." ‚Äì Kevin Ricklefs, senior vice president, CHG in Salt Lake City, Utah 2. High-energy, people-focused and fun culture "The work environment is unlike any other I have ever experienced. I would describe the atmosphere as high-energy, motivational and fun. I am so proud to be a part of CHG and all that it stands for." ‚Äì Tom Morris, sales, Weatherby Healthcare in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. 1. What we do matters: The providers we place touch the lives of millions of patients and their family members each year. "I believe my teammates and I are here for the right reasons. We know together we make significant impacts in patients' and families' lives by matching exceptional healthcare workers with communities in need." ‚Äì Kelly VerHage, sales, CompHealth in Grand Rapids, Mich.	<urn:uuid:cabb0e9d-d3b9-434c-a6ea-7ba644fa22fb>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://chghealthcare.com/blog/top-10-reasons-we-love-chg	2023-10-04T20:29:08Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.960288	1,182
Chief of Police Robert Marshall has announced his retirement from the Naperville Police Department effective July 2, 2021. This announcement marks the culmination of the Chief’s 44-year career with the City of Naperville, seven of which were spent in the City Manager’s Office. Marshall has served as Naperville’s police chief since 2012, overseeing the department of approximately 275 staff members and directing all its operations and programs. During his tenure, he has embraced best practices and innovative methods of policing, prioritized officer morale and well-being, and led the movement toward data-driven policing. He is also credited with enhancing police/community relationships and encouraging a culture of transparency and accountability. “Chief Marshall is a progressive leader whose integrity and dedication to public safety are evident in everything he does,” said City Manager Doug Krieger. “His leadership has strengthened the Naperville Police Department and the city as a whole and has led to incredible collaboration and a safer community.” Chief Marshall began his career in law enforcement as a sheriff’s deputy with the Will County Sheriff’s Office in 1975. He joined the Naperville Police Department in 1977 and held the positions of police officer, investigator, sergeant, and lieutenant before retiring as a captain in 2005. He continued his service to the City of Naperville as the assistant city manager from 2005 to 2012, during which time he also spent a year as the city manager pro tem. Upon his return to the police department in 2012, Marshall enhanced the department’s training program, putting an emphasis on scenario-based training and de-escalation strategies. He also developed practices to improve the culture of the department, deliver fiscally responsible budgets and significantly improve union relations. He also implemented a peer support team to help officers cope with the stressors of the job. “Our community owes a debt of gratitude to Chief Marshall for his 44 years of service to Naperville, from his time patrolling our streets and investigating violent crimes to his years leading the police department,” said Mayor Steve Chirico. “Because of his service and leadership, Naperville has a forward-thinking, proactive and effective police department. That is one of the primary reasons our community continues to be recognized as one of the safest cities in America. I wish Chief Marshall the very best in retirement. He has definitely earned it.” Marshall has a Master of Science Degree in Public Administration from DePaul University in Chicago and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Law Enforcement from Western Illinois University in Macomb. He is also a graduate of the Senior Executive Management Program for Police Executives at John F. Kennedy School of Government in Boston, Massachusetts, and the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia. Additionally, he has served as a volunteer board member for KidsMatter, 360 Youth Services, Fight Crime: Invest in Kids, and North East Multi-Regional Training (NEMRT). He is also a member of the Collaborative Youth Team and chairman of the Naperville Emergency Telephone System Board. “This has been a difficult decision to leave the department and profession I love,” said Marshall. “My hope is that upon my retirement I leave a legacy of integrity, solid work ethic, strong core values, and a genuine care for the people I’ve served with. “I know the police department is well positioned for continued success,” Marshall continued. “I am very confident in the skills and talents of the current leadership team and their abilities to lead our department forward.” City leaders will meet in the coming weeks to identify the search and selection process for Naperville’s next chief of police.	<urn:uuid:ac309409-92ec-496b-827a-61aa78890f08>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://chicagomorningstar.com/police-chief-robert-marshall-announces-retirement-after-37-years-with-the-naperville-police-department	2023-10-04T19:00:11Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.975078	763
Construction is nearly two-thirds complete for the infrastructure improvements on the Jane Byrne (formerly Circle) Interchange, near the southern edge of West Loop. The structure lies at the corners of multiple neighborhoods, including Greektown to the northwest, West Loop Gate to the northeast, Near South Side to the southeast, and Little Italy and University of Illinois at Chicago to the southwest. Nearby bus access includes a series of stops around the interchange’s bordering streets, including Van Buren & Halsted for route 126, UIC-Halsted Blue Line station for route 8, and Des Plaines & Harrison for routes 36 and 125. For rail transit, the CTA L Blue Line can be accessed by either a three-minute walk west to UIC-Halsted station or a three-minute walk east to Clinton station. Initially completed in 1962, the originally named Circle Interchange, dubbed colloquially as “Spaghetti Bowl,” began seeing heavier congestion in the following decades. The Illinois Department of Transportation began reviewing and planning in 2012, with official construction beginning in 2014. The interchange also had a ceremony in 2014 to dedicate the interchange to Jane Byrne, former Chicago Mayor and first female mayor elected to a major US city. Dynasty Group, EJM Engineering, HBM, Site Design Landscape Architects, and TransSystems are all involved in the project. Per the project website, 10 of the 17 upgrades planned for the interchange have been completed, which include new bridges for streets like Van Buren and Taylor, as well as a new entrance for the UIC-Halsted station. The transformation is expected to span a decade from start to finish, with an official completion date projected for 2022.	<urn:uuid:5d95b997-c5ab-4022-8038-ecbfba1f0727>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://chicagoyimby.com/2020/09/construction-nears-two-thirds-mark-for-jane-byrne-interchange-improvements.html	2023-10-04T19:07:32Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.95384	348
Posted on July 13, 2022 by childrenslearninginstitute April 28, 2021 This replication study examined remote delivery of 2 evidence-based prekindergarten (pre-k) interventions to evaluate whether the combination of interventions, one in Head Start classrooms (online The Early Education Model, eTEEM) and one in the home (online Play and Learning Strategies, ePALS) resulted in enhanced effects on at-risk 3- to 5-year-old children’s school readiness skills when compared to either of these interventions alone. The aligned interventions trained adults – teachers and parents – to use responsiveness and guided learning approaches within routine activities with the aim of increasing children’s social-behavioral and academic skills. Both the original in-person study (Landry et al., 2017) and the present remote study used a four-group factorial design. The present study first randomized classrooms to eTEEM (n = 36) or control (n = 33). Next, within classrooms, parent-child dyads were randomized to ePALS or No ePALS, resulting in four conditions: n = 186 eTEEM/ePALS; n = 151 eTEEM/No ePALS; n = 160 No eTEEM/ePALS; and n = 133 No eTEEM/No ePALS control. The original study found small to moderate effects on parent and teacher behaviors ( d = 0.18 to 0.55). In this remote study, there were generally larger parent and teacher effects for responsiveness (g = 0.63 to 0.70) and for guided learning ( g = 0.37 to 1.05), behaviors targeted by the interventions. Results of the original study showed few effects on children’s academic outcomes and the strongest effect on children’s social-behavioral skills for the parent intervention ( d = 0.15 to 0.19). The present study produced similar patterns of results for child outcomes with larger social-behavioral effects ( g = 0.19 to 0.27) than academic ( g = -0.23 to 0.30). We discuss the importance of these replication findings when delivering interventions remotely to improve scalability. Susan H. Landry, Tricia A. Zucker, Janelle J. Montroy, Hsien-Yuan Hsu, Mike A. Assel, Cheryl Varghese, April Crawford, Edward G. Feil, Replication of combined school readiness interventions for teachers and parents of head start pre-kindergarteners using remote delivery, Early Childhood Research Quarterly, Volume 56, 2021, Pages 149-166, ISSN 0885-2006, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ecresq.2021.03.007.	<urn:uuid:f1352266-be67-41d0-b4ee-bc09e462a683>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://childrenslearninginstitute.org/2022/07/13/replication-of-combined-school-readiness-interventions-for-teachers-and-parents-of-head-start-pre-kindergarteners-using-remote-delivery/	2023-10-04T20:05:53Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.894735	594
This study is a longitudinal follow-up of children enrolled in the Management of Myelomeningocele study (MOMS2). The major goals of this project are to acquire and quantitatively analyze MRI datasets collected as part of the MOMS2 follow-up study of children with spina bifida, who either had prenatal repair or postnatal repair of the myelomeningocele lesion. Elizabeth A. Thom , Ph.D., The Biostatistics Center, The George Washington University Jenifer Juranek, PhD, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston) Participating Sites:Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, University of California San Francisco, Vanderbilt University, George Washington University, University of Houston, and University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.	<urn:uuid:70b8753e-99c8-4fc0-9cd6-3bec2b0c659e>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://childrenslearninginstitute.org/research/management-of-myelomeningocele-moms2/	2023-10-04T20:19:58Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.874154	188
My name is Kish Justice, and from White Sulphur Springs, WV. I have two beautiful children, Anse and Arlo. Outside of work, I spend as much time as possible in the woods or on the water with my family. My passion in life is raising and training bear hounds. After first hearing of the USSA bear hunts in Wisconsin, I knew I had to get involved. Establishing a program in West Virginia became very important to me. With Brigid as our guide, the crew from my great state have been hosting successful hunts since 2013. I anxiously look forward to many more adventures with the families of the USSA and expect to expand our program continually. Best wishes, Kish Justice	<urn:uuid:6eb4f9d7-b67a-423a-bec0-6282e3970c84>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://childswish.org/team-member/kish-justice/	2023-10-04T19:02:27Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.979774	151
Fall Leaves Stem Set Of 2 This unpretentious foliage stem is the ideal piece to keep in your decorating toolbox. Rustic, rich colors make this pair of 49" tall branches a designer's choice to accent dried arrangements, fall,bouquets or any look with neutral overtones. Fill your favorite vase with these seasonal stems Crafted with individually wired, bendable stems, you are able to shape these stems to your desired look Set of 2 stems with various colors that create a cohesive look	<urn:uuid:4e011fa2-0e34-4307-9913-ddec7d8bbb4a>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://chimes.com/products/st1851	2023-10-04T19:10:51Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.880642	112
The information in this brief is intended only to provide educational information. This brief summarizes findings from the CHOICES Learning Collaborative Partnership simulation model of implementing an Active Physical Education (PE) program in school districts participating in the Live Well Allegheny initiative in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. Live Well Allegheny Schools will commit that 50% of PE class time be dedicated to moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA). One objective of the Allegheny County Health Department (ACHD) Community Health Improvement Plan is to decrease obesity in school-age children. Research shows that physical activity helps kids grow up at a healthy weight and reduces the risk of future chronic disease.1 However, many kids do not get enough daily physical activity,2 and without action, a majority of today’s children will have obesity at age 35.3 This has substantial financial implications. The health care costs for treating obesity-related health conditions like heart disease and diabetes were $147 billion in 2008.4 PE programs in schools can help students get the recommended amount of physical activity per day.1 However, research shows that children often spend less than half of PE class being physically active.5 Improving the quality of PE classes in ways that ensure that children are more active during class time will not only help children get more physical activity, but can also encourage children to develop habits to ensure an active and healthy lifestyle.1 The purpose of this study is to estimate the cost-effectiveness of implementing Active PE, which requires that at least 50% of PE class time be spent in MVPA. About Active PE The ACHD envisions that Active PE could be implemented in school districts that have partnered with Live Well Allegheny, a county-wide campaign to improve the health and wellness of Allegheny County residents. Implementation of Active PE would include dissemination of the evidence-based program SPARK PE to eligible elementary and middle schools. SPARK is a well-evaluated and widely used curriculum and training program that has been found to increase MVPA time in PE class.6 SPARK trainers would lead two-day workshops to train PE teachers on how to use and implement the SPARK PE curriculum. Participating schools would receive SPARK curricula, instructional materials, and equipment. Implementation would include a county-level PE Educational Specialist to provide oversight and monitoring of policy implementation, as well as ongoing training and support for teachers and schools each year. Comparing Costs and Outcomes CHOICES cost-effectiveness analysis compared the costs and outcomes of the implementation of the Active PE program in designated Live Well Allegheny school districts over a 10-year time horizon with the costs and outcomes of not implementing the intervention. We assumed that all elementary and middle schools serving grades K-8 that are part of the 18 designated Live Well Allegheny school districts would receive training from SPARK. The model assumes that 70% of the PE teachers trained would implement Active PE program in their schools.7,8 \|Implementing Active PE is an investment in the future. By the end of 2027: Conclusions and Implications The implementation of Active PE using the evidence-based program SPARK within Live Well Allegheny Schools is projected to improve the health of many children in Allegheny County. The intervention would help ensure that 62,100 children attend schools with more active PE classes and would cost $2.29 million dollars to implement over 10 years, at an average of $37 per child. In schools that implement the Active PE program, on average we estimate that students would get 7 additional minutes of MVPA per school week, which is a 3% increase in MVPA. We estimate there will be 13 fewer cases of childhood obesity in the final year of the model as a result of implementation of Active PE. SPARK training offers a professional development opportunity for teachers to improve instructional strategies to foster a fun and enjoyable environment where children can gain lifelong skills to engage in physical activity.10 There are also other likely positive benefits from physical activity related to improved bone health, aerobic and muscular fitness, cognition, and academic performance1 that are not quantified in this analysis but are important outcomes for children’s education and well-being. Active PE is one evidence-based strategy that can benefit the majority of students in a school where most children attend PE classes and can be incorporated into a comprehensive plan to address childhood obesity. Leaders should use the best available evidence to select strategies to help children be more active. - 2018 Physical Activity Guidelines Advisory Committee. 2018 Physical Activity Guidelines Advisory Committee Scientific Report. Washington, DC: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 2018. Accessed September 7, 2018. - Child and Adolescent Health Measurement Initiative. 2016-2017 National Survey of Children’s Health (NSCH) data query. Data Resource Center for Child and Adolescent Health supported by Cooperative Agreement U59MC27866 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration’s Maternal and Child Health Bureau (HRSA MCHB). Retrieved [02/08/2019] from www. childhealthdata.org. CAHMI: www.cahmi.org. - Ward Z, Long M, Resch S, Giles C, Cradock A, Gortmaker S. Simulation of Growth Trajectories of Childhood Obesity into Adulthood. New England Journal of Medicine. 2017; 377(22): 2145-2153. - Finkelstein EA, Trogdon JG, Cohen JW, Dietz W. Annual Medical Spending Attributable To Obesity: Payer-And Service-Specific Estimates. Health Affairs. 2009;28(5). - Institute of Medicine. Educating the Student Body: Taking Physical Activity and Physical Education to School. Washington, DC: National Academies Press; 2013. Sallis, J. F., McKenzie, T. L., Alcaraz, J. E., Kolody, B., Faucette, N., & Hovell, M. F. (1997). The effects of a 2-year physical education program (SPARK) on physical activity and fitness in elementary school students. Sports, Play and Active Recreation for Kids. American Journal of Public Health, 87(8), 1328-1334. - Hoelscher DM, Feldman HA, Johnson CC, et al. School-based health education programs can be maintained overtime: results from the CATCH Institutionalization study. Prev Med. May 2004;38(5):594-606. - McKenzie TL, Li D, Derby CA, Webber LS, Luepker RV, Cribb P. Maintenance of effects of the CATCH physical education program: results from the CATCH-ON study. Health Education Behavior. Aug 2003;30(4):447-462. - Cradock, A. L., Barrett, J. L., Kenney, E. L., Giles, C. M., Ward, Z. J., Long, M. W., … & Gortmaker, S. L. Using cost-effectiveness analysis to prioritize policy and programmatic approaches to physical activity promotion and obesity prevention in childhood. Preventive Medicine. 2017; 95, S17-S27. - Society of Health and Physical Educators (SHAPE). Physical Education Guidelines. Retrieved from: https://www.shapeamerica.org/standards/guidelines/peguidelines.aspx Accessed 13 April 2018. - McKenzie, T. L., Sallis, J. F., & Rosengard, P. (2009). Beyond the stucco tower: Design, development, and dissemination of the SPARK physical education programs. Quest, 61(1), 114-127. Pagnotta M, Hardy H, Reiner J, Barrett J, Cradock A. Allegheny County Active Physical Education (PE) [Issue Brief]. Allegheny County Health Department, Pittsburgh, PA, and the CHOICES Learning Collaborative Partnership at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, MA; December, 2019. This issue brief was developed at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health in collaboration with the Allegheny County Health Department (ACHD) through participation in the Childhood Obesity Intervention Cost-Effectiveness Study (CHOICES) Learning Collaborative Partnership. This brief is intended for educational use only.	<urn:uuid:37db94e1-4af8-4595-8c1e-3a146455eca0>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://choicesproject.org/publications/brief-active-pe-allegheny-pa/	2023-10-04T20:34:48Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.901267	1,745
Artist: Chris Coco Title: Return To Good Karma Label: Chris Coco Music Catalogue Number: CCM010 Release Date: 3 February 2017 Format: Digital Album Artwork by Fernando Hortiguela This album is inspired by time spent on the magical island of Bali. It’s a sort of spiritual journey of discovery, on the way to finding a better way of living. Good Karma is a real place, but it’s turned into somewhere imaginary in this combination of music and field recordings. The cover is a painting made on the island by Spanish artist Fernando Hortiguela. Here’s what Fernando says about the artwork: The way history, space and time aligns, often has surprising outcomes. It was only after I’ve made Bali the new base for my studio that i got the chance to collaborate with Chris in designing the cover for Return to Good Karma. As many others, we both were lured into ‘The island of the Gods’ as its often referred. The culture, traditions, inhabitants, scenery and energy of the place provides a fresh creative angle and a chance to reflect and recharge away from our fast moving life in London. Within the artwork of the album cover, I wanted to encompass some of the elements more revered by the local communities and some which become a perpetual backdrop of the everyday. Active volcanos, ancient temples, ever-growing rice fields, dramatic cliffs, the pondering diverse sea, exotic wildlife…al those elements wrapped up in a contemporary hand drawn ink illustration, that looks back aesthetically into traditional methods of representation and its Asian influences.	<urn:uuid:ccb3b4c3-4493-4121-b2bb-88ec418e4bf3>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://chriscoco.com/return-to-good-karma	2023-10-04T19:40:05Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.942457	341
If you have not played Poker before, this article will introduce you to the basics of the game. Learn about the Rules, Hand rankings, Betting intervals, and even the difference between Odd and Even chips. After reading this article, you will be a pro! Enjoy! And don’t forget to check out our other articles and videos to keep up with the latest poker trends! Here’s a short video tutorial: Poker game rules can vary from table to table, but there are a few universal rules. You cannot use a cell phone or other reflective item on the table. Additionally, you cannot discuss the game with your opponent or other players. Here, we’ll discuss some of the more common game rules. Many of these are actually based on popular customs from expert games. Here, we’ll go over the most important ones: The different hand rankings in poker are based on the number of cards in the hand. For example, if the player holds five cards of the same rank, the hand will be called a two-pair. If the player has three cards of the same rank, they are known as a three-of-a-kind hand. The other two hands are known as kickers. The two most common hands are the pair of aces and the straight flush. There are several different ways in which to set betting intervals in poker. Different variations of the game require different lengths. Players begin by betting the minimum amount required to enter the game, and later in the round they may raise or check. In the final round of the game, the player with the highest poker hand wins the pot. The betting intervals are usually two to seven minutes long. In a typical game, players must act in turn in order to place their bets. In poker, an odd chip is awarded to the player with the highest single card in a tied pot. In positional games, this is the earliest position. In stud-type games (such as Omaha), the highest card by suit is awarded the odd chip. In a Razz game, the highest-ranking player receives the odd chip. In a tie, the high card by suit is awarded the odd chip. Rules of bluffing There are several rules for bluffing in poker. First of all, you have to be aware of the opponent’s body language. While it can be tempting to bet big when you’ve got a strong hand, bluffing will make you look bad. Instead, focus on playing tight, confident hands. These types of hands will increase your chances of winning. However, you should avoid bluffing when you don’t have enough BBs.	<urn:uuid:e726424f-e1b4-42f7-9099-450b6ea367bd>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://chrisryanwrites.com/2022/05/	2023-10-04T19:09:56Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.959943	561
“Graduating and Growing Up With Diversity” On my recent trip to Thailand I had the opportunity to photograph Zoe, a Class of 2022 high school graduate from the Chiang Mai International School. Her parents are originally from India, but she has spent most of her life living in Thailand. Her experience is best described as a TCK – third culture kid – someone who spends their formative years in a country that is not their parent’s home country, yet isn’t fully immersed in the country they currently live in. TCKs are influenced by multiple cultures while growing up but they don’t identify with any one culture, rather they live “in between” cultures. TCKs often have parents who are expats, military personnel or missionaries. It’s a fascinating social phenomena that I’ve been interested in for years as my husband is a TCK. So in meeting Zoe, I could sort of relate to her story as it mirrors a bit of my husband’s. Zoe hopes to attend university outside of Thailand and is currently waiting to hear from universities in Australia! So we did a photoshoot on the back streets of her neighbourhood to celebrate the place she calls home. Afterwards she shared with me what it’s like to grow up in Thailand and the things she is looking forward to moving forward. Your high school experience is quite different than the typical teen since you lived in Thailand and went to an international school. Tell me a little about what it was like to be at the international school? Being at an international school means that I’ve been exposed to many different cultures. My friends come from Korea, Thailand, America, the Netherlands, Taiwan, China, Finland etc. and I have been very lucky to be able to experience a little bit of each culture. It’s made everyone in this international community learn how to be open minded and accepting of everybody and their differences. Diversity is honestly a beautiful thing to see and grow up with. Big changes coming up for you as you’re planning to attend a university in Australia! What are you most looking forward to? I’m most looking forward to moving to an English speaking country! Not being able to speak the language has become pretty difficult and has resulted in a lot of anxiety when doing normal activities like ordering food, buying things, ordering a taxi, etc. So I hope that being in an English speaking country will help me be more confident in my day to day social interactions. How are you preparing for the transition and what will you miss most? My parents have been helping me be a bit more independent in terms of finances and enrolling me for things like driving school. I suppose that makes me feel more like my age and not like a kid anymore. Talking to my sister about what Australia is like is more helpful because she has more experience and advice to share with me about university and dorm life. I’ll miss my family the most. I’ve never been apart from my family for long periods of time so going to college without them around is going to be hard to adjust to. I’m lucky enough to be moving to stay with my older sister, Yindii, so I hope that will help ease the homesickness a bit. How did you choose Australia to go for college and what you plan on studying there? My parents work for an organisation in Australia and I’ve been there many times with them for home assignment. It’s an English speaking country which is the only language I speak so I feel more confident about wanting to move there. My sister is also already studying there so it makes sense for the family to move together. I plan on studying something in the medical field because that’s where my passion is. What is a favourite memory from high school? My favourite memory from life in Chiang Mai is just any memory that I have hanging out with my friends. It’s cheesy to say, but I’ve made some lifelong friends here that I’m so grateful for. I don’t think I would have made it through high school without them, they made everyday worth it for me, even when I really did not like school. It can be any memory from hanging out at each other’s houses, to cycling in the mountains, to even picking up trash together for community service. You’re an Indian national living in Thailand who graduated from an American international school. How have each of those identities (Indian, Thai, American) shaped who you are today? I think growing up in many different cultures is the reason why I still don’t know who I am today. The place I call home is not where I am from, and where I am from feels foreign to me. I’m not sure exactly where I belong or if I belong anywhere at all. Wherever I go, I will always stand out but I suppose that can also be a good thing. What is something you’d want people to know who have never been to Thailand? Thailand is not just a spot for vacationing at the beach, it’s a country rich with culture and welcoming people. The food, scenery, atmosphere, and people are all things that everybody should experience at some point of their lives. Thailand’s economy used to rely a lot on tourism but after Covid hit, many tourist hotspots have closed. I hope to see the streets of Thailand bustling with people again. What was one of your favourite shots from the photoshoot and why? My favourite photo is the one where I am on the road in front of my house, smiling at the camera with my hand tucking hair behind my ear. I think I like that the most because I look confident in that picture, and I personally like the way that I’ve been portrayed. I often find that the way I smile in pictures isn’t photographed as it is in real life, but I like the way I am smiling in this picture and I think it looks genuine. What advice do you have for anyone facing the last few years of high school? High school is definitely stressful in a way that many people think that this is the only time left to decide what you want to do with the rest of your life. I used to think this way too — I had my entire life planned out since 9th grade. But I’ve learned lots throughout the years; sometimes things don’t go according to plan but it’s not the end of the world. There are always always other options to consider. Some of my friends are working, some of them are taking time for themselves, some of them are studying etc. You shouldn’t have to feel the pressure of trying to figure out what you’re going to be doing the rest of your life at such a young age. Where there is a will, there is a way. Zoe, I so enjoyed getting to know you a little bit! Though our time was brief, you were fun and engaging. I appreciate how you were up to try new things even just knowing me for such a short time. These are great qualities that will serve you well wherever you end up for uni! 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Fort Collins Colorado Temple Dedicated 16 October 2016O God our Eternal Father, we come unto Thee in the name of Thy Beloved Son, the Lord Jesus Christ, our Savior and our Redeemer. Our hearts are filled with gratitude as we assemble in this Thy holy house to dedicate the Fort Collins Colorado Temple for the accomplishment of Thy revealed purposes. by Dieter F. Uchtdorf This is a day of rejoicing and thanksgiving. We thank Thee for the gift of Thy Son, who gave His life for each of us. We thank Thee for the everlasting gospel which He taught. We thank Thee for His supreme sacrifice in our behalf and for the redemption of all mankind. We thank Thee for the restoration of Thy glorious work in this “dispensation of the fulness of times.” We thank Thee for the Prophet Joseph Smith, Thy chosen and ordained servant, through whom this work was revealed. We thank Thee for a living prophet in our day, even President Thomas S. Monson; we love him, we sustain him, and we pray for him. We thank Thee for the generations of faithful Saints who have gone before in this sacred work; for their sacrifices, courage, and faith and for all who are building Thy work and kingdom today. We give thanks and pray for a blessing for the many who were instrumental in building this beautiful house of the Lord. We ask Thee to touch the lives and hearts of the people who live in this temple district that they will seek out and hearken to the message of truth and come into the fold of Christ. Please continue to bring about the miracle of conversion among the great and good people of this nation. Dearest Father, forgive us our many shortcomings. Strengthen our faith and fortify us against weakness. Give us power to resist the deceits of the adversary. May love for Thee and Thy Son grow in our hearts, and may it be expressed in our kindness and love to one another as Thy covenant sons and daughters. Thou hast sent Thy prophet Elijah to turn the hearts of the fathers to the children and the hearts of the children to their fathers. This holy temple opens the gates to eternity that these purposes may be fulfilled. And now, acting in the authority of the everlasting priesthood, and as Thy humble servants, we dedicate to Thee and Thy Beloved Son the Fort Collins Colorado Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We dedicate the building from the footings to the top of the steeple with its crowning figure of Moroni. Wilt Thou, O God, accept it as the gift of Thy thankful children. Wilt Thou sanctify it by Thy Holy Spirit for Thy sacred work and purposes. We dedicate the grounds with all its vegetation together with all ancillary structures. Bless this temple with a mantle of holiness. May it stand as a beacon of everlasting truth and light and as an invitation to come unto Thee. Wilt Thou protect this temple from any harm or defilement. May all who come to this temple do so worthily before Thee. May their hearts be lifted and their minds be elevated to things divine. Father, we plead with Thee to bless the youth of Thy Church with a desire to receive an understanding of Thy work by study and also by faith. Bless them with courage, moral strength, and an enduring trust in Thee to press forward and become true disciples of Thy Son. Bless all who attend this temple in any capacity that Thy sacred covenants and ordinances may be deeply anchored in their minds and hearts. May they know that the service they give is service unto Thee, and may they find joy therein. We thank Thee for faithful tithe-payers throughout the world whose consecrated offerings have made possible this and other temples. Open the windows of heaven and shower down blessings upon them. May they feel Thy love, and may Thine encircling arms of mercy be round about them. Our Father in Heaven, we love Thee and Thy Beloved Son. We thank Thee for His atoning sacrifice. All of the blessings of this temple rest upon that great divine act of Thy love and the love of Thy Son, the Savior of all mankind. With gratitude and love, we dedicate the Fort Collins Colorado Temple unto Thee, and we rededicate ourselves to Thee and Thy service in the name of our Redeemer, the Lord Jesus Christ, amen	<urn:uuid:ffda5308-0979-4ea6-a78e-cac07f13a6d3>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/fort-collins-colorado-temple/dedicatory-prayer/2016-10-16/	2023-10-04T19:33:23Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.927881	935
We have come to the end of the series, I hope you have learnt tips and techniques to improve your productivity and efficiency. You will now be using your technology wisely and not wasting time on social media sites. (quickly closes Facebook window). You are feeling more optimistic about life and you have the knowledge how to get your life in order. If you haven’t got started yet use this series or buy my book which will take you step by step through the process how to take control of your life. The seven sections represent all the things that I did to change my life from “Hectic to Harmony” from “Chaos to Control” Believe me it works. Maintaining the Flow One of the parts of the book that has got a lot of interest is how to maintain the good habits that you have learnt throughout the book. Most people find it easy to learn the techniques but not so easy to keep them up. Here are a couple of steps to help you maintain the positive habits you will have learnt Focus on the Goal Think more about the objective rather than the process. If your goal is to get fit and every day you drag yourself out of bed thinking about how miserable you are, how you are not a morning person, how the exercise is painful and you don’t seem to be getting any fitter. You know what you won’t get fitter and it won’t get easier because you will quit. Alternatively you can praise yourself for getting up once again and getting out there. You can focus on the new found health and fitness and keep reminding yourself of your ultimate goal. You control the thoughts that are inside your head! Whatever the habit, don’t try and do too much too soon. This is a definite recipe for disaster. People who go on a diet and stop smoking in the same week will tell you about the chance of success there. Exercise or Start clearing your inbox for 10 minutes a day, small daily changes will add up to create great results. Any yoga teacher will tell you better to practice 10 minutes a day rather than 2 hours once a week. Consistency is the secret to success. If you do something everyday at the same time it is much easier to make it a habit. New pathways in the brain will be created after approximately 30 days and you will begin to do your new habit on autopilot. The more consistent you are with the time and place the easier it will be for you brain to accept it. Use a trigger A trigger is something you do everyday at the same time. If you want to start a new habit it is a good idea to do it every day just after a trigger. A meditation teacher once told me to “RPM” Rise, Pee, Meditate. You could do a weekly review of all your work every Friday after lunch. Creating a routine and using a trigger will increase your chances of success. There are many other tips and tricks in this section how to stay focused and avoid procrastination. Here are some more articles you may be interested in How to take the plunge and Beat procrastination 9 Ways to Stop Procrastinating and Get things Done If you want to buy a copy of Chaos to Control or learn more about the book – Click Here	<urn:uuid:70d577c9-68ff-4bc9-a4f8-3bd4c7e7ebaa>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://ciaraconlon.com/2012/7-maintaining-the-flow/	2023-10-04T19:37:35Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.94172	687
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Towering high above the city, the citadel of Aleppo – one of the oldest and largest fortresses in the world - stands in stark contrast to the wasteland below. Once Syria’s crown jewel and industrial heartland, Aleppo’s former glory transpires through the rubble and destruction. It is from Aleppo that trucks with humanitarian aid occasionally drive across the frontline into the non-government controlled part of Syria. But these deliveries are not a solution for the millions of Syrians in need there. Aid brought in via Turkey continues to be the only viable option. After the battle of Aleppo, one of the fiercest confrontations during the 11-year conflict, the government recaptured a city in ruins at the end of 2016. Aleppo now sits on the fault line between government-controlled and opposition-held areas. Last year, the United Nations started ‘crossline’ deliveries of humanitarian aid from Aleppo into non-government controlled Idlib governorate. In Northwest Syria, 4.1 million people - 20% more than last year – need humanitarian assistance. So far, just 5 crossline convoys, of some 14 truck each, have occurred. These crossline convoys only transport aid for thousands, not millions of people, ruling them out as a viable alternative for cross-border aid. In comparison, some 800 aid trucks with 80% of all food assistance cross the border from Turkey each month. The continuity of this life-saving cross-border operation is at risk. Every year, the UN Security Council votes on the renewal of the resolution allowing this cross-border aid. Just days before the 10 July deadline, concern is palpable. “Humanitarian needs are at their highest since 2011. After 11 years of conflict, displacement and economic recession, Syrians have exhausted their coping strategies,” says Luigi Pandolfi, head of EU Humanitarian Aid in Syria. “Not renewing the resolution would leave millions of aid-dependent Syrians without food, medicines, and water supply, putting many lives at risk.” Safe but poor Meanwhile, in Aleppo, relative safety has returned, but its inhabitants are feeling the crunch of the country’s economic downturn. In Jabal Badro, one of the poorest neighbourhoods and a major battleground during the recapture of Aleppo, most houses are uninhabited. “Some people came back but decided to leave again,” says Fawaz, a father-of-14. “I used to be a driver, but there is no work now.” After fleeing in 2012, the family returned 5 years ago. Fawaz registered for EU-funded humanitarian aid provided by Caritas and the World Food Programme (WFP). The family gets food parcels, hygiene kits and cash assistance. Although they still struggle, Fawaz does not want to leave home again. “Even if you sleep hungry, here, no one will ask you to go.” Further West in the old walled city, Amineh, who is 9 months pregnant, makes her way through Bab Antakya gate and along narrow alleyways to the WFP centre. Some 12,000 pregnant or breastfeeding women get a monthly sum of 125,000 Syrian pounds (SYP) uploaded on a card which they can redeem at 20 shops around the city. “I love cheese,” she says. “And now I can afford it and other things the kids want to eat like mushrooms and chicken.” According to one of the 20 shop owners, cheese and diapers are among the most sought-after items together with fruits, vegetables, chicken, dates, cans of tuna, sardines, and detergent. Amineh’s monthly appointment coincides with a medical checkup by a mobile reproductive health team. To help women in a vulnerable situation, the EU has decided to fund this joint WFP-UNFPA action. “We were displaced for 6 months,” says Amineh. “But in a way, although it is safer and we no longer fear bombardments, things are harder because of the high cost.” Where, before, she would ask for a tray of 30 eggs, now she only gets 10 at a time because they are so expensive. Hyperinflation has plunged almost the entire Syrian population into poverty and food insecurity. Meanwhile, the fighting, the brain drain of health workers, and the destruction of health facilities have contributed to a drastic decrease in life expectancy—20 years in a decade. Caring for new mothers In Halwaniya, another ravaged neighbourhood of East Aleppo, Houriyeh once had to pull her son from the rubble. “At 13, he is afraid of everything,” she says. A mother-of-5 with a 2-month-old baby, she recently lost her husband to cancer. Alone, without family or income, she has no money for rent and is constantly afraid their apartment building might collapse. “This apartment was empty, so a neighbour told me to take the place. But the building next door fell down,” Houriyeh says. “There are no doors or windows. It rains inside. There is no heating, no sources for electricity.” She spends her days inside taking care of the children with just a few mattresses, buckets, household items and a mobile phone as meagre possessions. Luckily, her voucher card gets recharged every month with 125,000 SYP. That is more than a teacher’s salary of 100,000 SYP, but not extravagant given that the price of one litre of cooking oil has tripled to 15,000 SYP since last year, and a chicken costs around 30,000 SYP. Frail and thin, she continues to receive post-natal care, free of charge, after a C-section. “They really cared for me,” she says. “But now, the most important thing is to feed my children. 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If any life sings of the hardships and deprivations borne by those who came before us, and the strength and endurance needed to face them, it is Laura Ingalls Wilder’s. Wilder published her immensely popular “Little House” children’s novels between 1932 and 1943, based on her experiences as a girl and young woman in unsettled Wisconsin, Kansas, Minnesota, and South Dakota. The series launched a long-running television show (1974–1982) under the title of the third book, Little House on the Prairie. The show took liberties with Wilder’s stories but has delighted generations of young people, and is still enjoyed today in syndication around the world. Born in 1867, Wilder didn’t start writing until she was past 40, mostly for farm journals and rural newspapers. She didn’t produce her children’s books until she was past 60, when I began to think what a wonderful childhood I had had. How I had seen the whole frontier, the woods, the Indian country of the great plains, the frontier towns, the building of railroads in wild, unsettled country, homesteading and farmers coming in to take possession. I realized that I had seen and lived it all—all the successive phases of the frontier, first the frontiersman, then the pioneer, then the farmers and the towns. Then I understood that in my own life I represented a whole period of American history…. It seemed to me that my childhood had been much richer and more interesting than that of children today, even with all the modern inventions and improvements. Wilder wanted to preserve her father’s stories and pass on her parents’ virtues?“courage, self-reliance, independence, integrity, and helpfulness.” These form “a golden thread” she weaves through her eight Little House novels (one based on her husband’s childhood), rendered in her special purity of prose and pitch-perfect voice. * * * Caroline Fraser’s Prairie Fires: The American Dreams of Laura Ingalls Wilders deservedly won both the National Book Critics Circle Award and the Pulitzer Prize. It a work of careful, intricate, and painstaking scholarship that tells the sweeping history of the prairie-land Midwest in the latter 19th and early 20th centuries, and of Laura’s place within it. It is also a biography?perhaps a bit too thorough?of Wilder’s erratic and eccentric daughter Rose Wilder Lane, who became her mother’s literary mentor, editor, and collaborator, and was a well-known writer and journalist in her own right. It is moreover a biography of the prairie itself, its ecology, vegetation, climate, weather, economy, and peoples?the austere, expansive beauty and at times harrowing brutality that became part of the American literary imagination. Drawing on a huge number of public and private sources, Fraser, formerly on the editorial staff of the New Yorker, touches on literature, politics, music, and community life?everything related to the struggles of a rural culture rising on vast virgin land. She highlights some of the harsher realities the Ingalls family faced that are not rendered in the novels: humiliations, financial ruin, periods of grinding poverty, cramped and undignified living quarters with undesirable people. The novels present plenty of rough and even frightening scenes, but not graphically, and always worked into a vision of stability, equilibrium, and satisfaction that Fraser cannot seem to accept. Sometimes she conveys the sense that Wilder’s books are prettified versions of rural life meant to relieve Depression-weary Americans. But she doubles back on her own criticism: the books may not be true in every detail, as Wilder and Rose would later assert, but are true in a larger sense to the experience and reality of the West. “[T]he truth about our history is in them,” Fraser admits; “[a]nyone who would ask where we came from, and why, must reckon with them.” Such is the power of art. * * * Part of Wilder’s aim was to counter the representations of rural life’s bleakness and meanness portrayed by such writers as Hamlin Garland and Sherwood Anderson. Though children would have to see how much tougher life was in the past, Wilder deemed some things both inappropriate for young readers and detrimental to the totality of experience she wanted to convey. Today’s autobiographical works are often bent on revealing every last lurid detail, even to the point of sensationalism and the eclipse of any larger purpose. The Little House books represent the literary ethics of a different time. In the same vein, Fraser judges harshly Laura’s much loved and loving “Pa,” Charles Ingalls, for a series of actions she finds morally dubious. He dodged the Civil War (how, isn’t clear), showed poor judgment at times, put his family in harm’s way in wild frontier spaces, and built one of his little houses on Indian land in Kansas, using Indian lumber. Despite such deeds, however, and despite his ultimate failure to wrest a living from the land, Pa emerges in both the books and, willy-nilly, even in Fraser’s narrative, as an admirable figure (along with his wife, Caroline, “Ma”), who withstood some of the harshest trials a human could undergo, including the loss of one child and the blindness of another. Again and again, after arduous physical exertions unimaginable to those challenged by a summer without air conditioning, natural catastrophes undid his hopes. He persevered in the face of enormous obstacles, disasters, diseases, misfortunes, failures, and sorrows, and never stopped working and fiddling and singing and loving his family and guiding them where he could. It seems petty, even ungrateful, to tick off his errors. And once again, Fraser’s criticism doubles back, since it was precisely the risks he took that provided Laura with the childhood she later recalled with luminous appreciation. “The family spent little more than a year on the Kansas prairie,” Fraser writes, referring to the time in Indian territory, “but it shaped her temperament and outlook for the rest of her life. That year made her who she was.” * * * Wilder’s childhood was a time when people kept on in uncomplaining stoicism. The “Black Robe” Belgian Jesuit missionary, Pierre-Jean De Smet, who gave his last name to the South Dakota town which forms the setting for the last four books of the series, found himself “more baffled by white settlers than the Indians,” writes Fraser. He described them as a “strange people,” undeterred by lethal obstacles placed in their paths by climate, weather, or disease. “Nothing frightens them,” he wrote wonderingly to his brother. “They will undertake anything. Sometimes they halt—stumble once in a while—but they get up again and march onward.” They created towns on the prairies, however skimpy and scattered they might be. Settlers were building a culture, a civilization, and Laura Ingalls was part of that. She did not reproach her parents, neither judging them nor inviting judgment. One is impressed with how much real life corresponds to the novels. At times it seems Fraser wishes the settlement of the plains never happened?that it would have been more just and ecologically sensible to have left it to the Indians. She also wishes to qualify the individualism and initiative that the Little House series highlights and to question their place as defining elements of the American character, since both Laura and Rose became staunch opponents of the New Deal. (In fact, Rose Wilder Lane, along with Isabel Paterson and Ayn Rand, are sometimes considered the triple inspiration of the libertarian movement in the United States.) Fraser points out that Charles took state assistance (in one instance, two barrels of flour after a Biblical-scale plague of locusts had eaten everything that grew on the prairie, and practically everything that didn’t grow, besides), but this hardly undercuts the overall picture of the Ingalls and Wilders’ enormous self-reliance. Rose was the more fanatically anti-socialist of the two, but Laura, who had helped support her family from the age of nine, was firm in her conviction that New Deal America was changing for the worse, and she refused to take Social Security. Government intervention and caretaking, she believed, sapped people’s independence and vigor in facing life’s vicissitudes. (The philosopher Eric Hoffer once observed that he never heard a person pity himself until the onset of the New Deal.) * * * Fraser respects the Little House achievement but can’t quite accept its radiance. Her last pages contain this surprisingly reductive summary of young Laura’s days on the prairie: There was joy—riding ponies, singing hymns, eating Christmas candy—but it was fleeting. There was heroism, but it was the heroism of daily perseverance, the unprized tenacity of unending labor. It was the heroism of repetitive tasks defined by drudgery. Cooking and eating the same fried potatoes, day in and day out. Washing dishes in dirty water. Twisting hay with hands so cracked they bled. Writing with a blunt pencil on a cheap tablet. I was rather stunned to come upon this at the end of the book. This is not my sense of Laura’s life at all, even after reading Caroline Fraser’s extensively detailed account. And I don’t think it accurately portrays the Little House books either. Yes, there are ecstatic moments that necessarily have to pass, but Wilder’s joy is not fleeting, but deep and abiding, tried and tested, and found resilient and capacious, redolent with gratitude and contentment. Fraser’s ambivalence about the Little House books is reflected in her response to the recent action of the Association for Library Services to Children (ALSC), a division of the American Library Association. The ALSC has removed Wilder’s name from the award originally established in her honor in 1954, when she was 87 years old, in recognition of “the lasting contribution which [her] books have made to literature for children.” The present-day ALSC cites “anti-Native and anti-Black sentiments in her work,” which, it maintains, “includes expressions of stereotypical attitudes inconsistent with ALSC’s core values of inclusiveness, integrity and respect, and responsiveness.” In an article in the Washington Post, Fraser accepts the charge of racism and does not object to the erasure of Wilder’s name. She does argue that her work should be read, but “critically.” Referring specifically to Little House on the Prairie, she commends it not so much for its literary virtue, it seems, but because “[n]o white American should be able to avoid the history it has to tell.” It is not as tutorials in white guilt, however, but as superlative works of literature that Wilder’s books continue to matter in the first place.	<urn:uuid:4698a3c3-0f5a-4967-b0da-c3382a415f03>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://claremontreviewofbooks.com/home-on-the-range/	2023-10-04T19:12:23Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.971735	2,386
When you are blessed with an inherited house, people will always assume that you are happy for your new acquisition. But the truth is, you may not be too thrilled about the idea of owning a new property that forces you to pay taxes, or costs you money to fix up & maintain. So, what’s the solution? Are you going to sit back, relax and do nothing while hoping that everything will fall into place? Certainly not! You might even think of selling this home. But even when you choose this, there are a lot of issues when attempting to sell a less than ideal inherited home quickly. My experience was wonderful. I was about to lose my house and Nancy came to my help and bought my property and saved my home.– Cheryl Brown House Seller Selling an Inherited House Quickly If you’ve reached a point of wanting to dispose an inherited house quickly, you realize that the law requires you to do a few things. In fact, at this time, it might not seem the easiest path towards liquidation because of the regulations guiding the sale of inherited properties. However, the good news is that there’s a shortcut to all the legwork. There’s a way for you to receive cash in exchange for the house in the shortest time possible. The easiest way to sell your inherited house stress-free is to contact us! We will make it easier for you and give you cash in the shortest time possible. Your money, in exchange for that inherited property is just a phone call away. Call now! Ready to take the 1st step towards selling your inherited house?	<urn:uuid:053d88aa-1aa2-4823-b84d-0be91dcf3c32>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://cleanslatehomes.com/texas-house-selling-solutions/sell-inherited-house/	2023-10-04T18:53:08Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.96319	337
Take an anonymous survey about your office manager. Now through April 10, 2013, and you can opt-in to enter to win a $50 Staples Gift Card. Click here for Survey link: https://www. Remember the survey deadline is April 10, 2013. The $50 gift card winner will be selected on or about April 14, 2013. If you’re confirmed the winner, you will receive an email within 1-2 weeks of that date. This gift card giveaway is only one of the ways Staples is commemorating National Administrative Professionals Day, which is April 24. Staples is also throwing a fabulous Twitter party. Attend Staples Twitter Party April 24th for a chance to win more prizes Even more awesome prizes will be available when you join us for the Staple’s Twitter party April 24, 2013 (from 1-2 pm EST). Staples will also reveal the survey results during the party. I attended last year’s twitter party and it was a lot of fun. I’m looking forward to it again this year! Admins are often very hard-workers who may go overlooked. Many don’t receive the recognition they deserve, so Staples is using National Administrative Professionals Day to show admins that they are well appreciated. Hurray for Admins! Remember on Administrative Professionals day ( April 24th) between 1 and 2 PM Eastern Standard Time: - Follow @Staples - Follow the Hashtag #CelebrateAdmins Reader question: Do you or does your office celebrate Admins Day a.k.a National Administrative Professionals Day? *This is a sponsored post	<urn:uuid:950b6411-3ee0-456a-b221-12a10f04c858>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://cleverlychanging.com/2013/04/admin-day-staples-giftcard/	2023-10-04T20:58:50Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.94206	337
CoinEx Charity’s Global Educational Welfare Program: Making a Difference in Impoverished Communities CoinEx Charity is making a difference in the world of education with its global educational welfare program. Recently, the charity organization has launched its second educational welfare program in Turkey to provide financial support to students in need. The first program was a success, with all students receiving donations continuing their studies in the new semester. CoinEx Charity has also partnered with Kacuv to offer tuition support to 50 impoverished students in Turkey through the Umudum Scholarship Program. Education is a right that every child deserves, but economic difficulties often stand in the way. CoinEx Charity has donated over $100,000 worth of learning supplies to schools in more than 20 regions worldwide, established several charitable libraries, and donated over $100,000 to multiple educational welfare programs jointly with official charity organizations in various regions. This effort has enabled more than 10,000 impoverished children worldwide to return to school and successfully complete their studies. CoinEx Charity’s educational welfare program has received thanks from all over the world, including from Phuong Xa High School in Vietnam, Human Development Foundation (DHF) in Thailand, and UNICEF. The charity believes that every child should have access to quality education, and it will continue to do its best to provide more educational opportunities for children worldwide. CoinEx Charity encourages other global charitable organizations to engage in this cause and work together to drive the development of education for public welfare. Clever Robot News Desk 21th April 2023	<urn:uuid:d2602469-fb85-4638-862a-49250eac2a49>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://cleverrobot.com/coinex-charitys-global-educational-welfare-program-making-a-difference-in-impoverished-communities/	2023-10-04T21:07:27Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.960736	313
Leading slots provider Tom Horn Gaming has agreed to supply its innovative casino content to Novibet. Their portfolio of omni-channel video slots, featuring exciting graphics and unique maths models, has been made available to the operator and players are now able to enjoy the Tom Horn games in both markets, the UK and Greece, where the operator has an established presence. Ondrej Lapides, CEO at Tom Horn Gaming, said: “We are always striving to offer the best games and our video slots going live across the Novibet sites is another measure of how much interest operators are showing in them. “Our ever-growing portfolio is packed full of exciting and immersive HTML5 titles and we are confident they will resonate perfectly with Novibet’s players for years to come.” Konstantinos Andris, General Manager at Novibet, added: “Tom Horn Gaming is one of the quickest growing suppliers in the industry and it’s great to have them on board. “Their top-quality offerings are sure to engage and excite our audience and we look forward to a long and successful relationship as we both strive to grow.”	<urn:uuid:edb51688-30e0-4760-a3a4-206181d64f34>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://client.tomhorngaming.com/tom-horn-gaming-live-with-novibet/	2023-10-04T19:10:52Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.96352	247
You are here What is Pharmaceutical Supplement? Pharmaceutical Supplement is a fortnightly payment similar to Veterans Supplement and MRCA Supplement. It is paid to certain people who hold a Gold Card under the Australian Participants in British Nuclear Tests and British Commonwealth Occupation Force (Treatment) Act 2006. Eligibility and payability rules for Pharmaceutical Supplement A person is eligible for Pharmaceutical Supplement if they hold a Gold Card under the Australian Participants in British Nuclear Tests and British Commonwealth Occupation Force (Treatment) Act 2006. Pharmaceutical Supplement is not payable if the person is entitled to a precluding payment. Precluding payments are: - Veterans Supplement; - MRCA Supplement; - SRCA Supplement; - a payment under the social security law that includes either Pension Supplement or Pharmaceutical Allowance; - Service Pension; - war widow(er) pension. Pharmaceutical Supplement is also not payable if the person is a wholly dependent partner under the MRCA. How much is the Pharmaceutical Supplement? The Pharmaceutical Supplement is set as equal to the rate of Veterans Supplement under section 118C of the Veterans’ Entitlements Act 1986. Current payment rates are here. Can Pharmaceutical Supplement be paid outside Australia? Pharmaceutical Supplement is not payable to recipients who are outside Australia permanently or have been temporarily outside Australia for more than 26 weeks.	<urn:uuid:1017874d-168e-4c1d-be29-228a8e3f149f>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://clik.dva.gov.au/compensation-and-support-policy-library/part-6-veterans-compensation-allowances-and-benefits/pharmaceutical-supplement	2023-10-04T19:40:01Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.90246	295
Waltz in London’s city centre, from Westminster to Trafalgar, with a self-guided audio tour on your phone designed by an accredited expert. Listen to fascinating stories, based on an award-winning storytelling concept, and gain great insights into the fascinating history of London. Start your tour from Westminster Abbey, one of the landmarks of London, and then continue to explore the best sites of the city’s centre, feeling like a local. This is an unmissable opportunity to experience at your own pace London and find out the hidden corners of it with a captivating audio tour on your phone. * * Ticket/entrance fee to the museums or other sites is not included. Rising From the Ashes The Houses of Parliament are also known as the Palace of Westminster. The Royal Palace did indeed stand here on the banks of the River Thames, before it was devastated by the Great Fire of 1834. The design of the current complex was entrusted to the architects Charles Barry and Augustin Pugin. Construction of the new palace began in 1840 and competed in 1870. Despite the dominance of Neoclassicism during this period, the palace is a perfect example of Gothic revival architecture and home to both The House of Commons and The House of Lords. The famous clock tower next to it is actually called 'Elizabeth Tower'; Big Ben is the name given to the bell inside it that chimes the time. Tip: The Parliament is open to the public and you can either attend the public galleries to witness parliamentary debates for free or purchase a ticket for a guided/audio tour on certain days of the week. Inclusions and Exclusions - Self-guided audio tour in English on your smartphone (Android & iOS) - An activation link to access your audio tour - Offline content (text, audio narration and maps) - Entrance fees/tickets to sites - Live Guide - Smartphone or headphones - App not compatible with Windows phones - Food and drinks - Hotel pick-up and drop-off - Charged smartphone Westminster (Parliament Square, Whitehall, Buckingham Palace, The Mall, Trafalgar Square) Recommended visiting hours Daylight hours ideally between 08:00 and 20:00 Know before you book - This is a downloadable self-guided audio tour for your smartphone. No live guide will accompany you. No VR / AR is included. - Admission fees are not included in the price. - After booking, you will receive an email with further instructions on how to access your audio tour. - An Android (version 5.0 and later) or iOS (version 15.0 and later) smartphone is required. The audio tour is not compatible with Windows Phones, iPhone 6/6 Plus or older, iPod Touch 6th generation or older, iPad 4th generation or older, iPad Air 1st generation, iPad Mini 3rd generation or older. - Please ensure you have enough storage space (100-150 MB). - Book per device to be used, not per participant. - Non refundable once activated. Know before you go - Mobile signal may be weak at the site(s). Download the audio tour on your smartphone prior to your visit to avoid connectivity issues and enjoy it offline - The audio tour can be used repeatedly both online and offline - Ensure you have a fully charged device and earphones/headphones - Visitors are advised to wear comfortable shoes Contributors and Bibliography Download the app To take this self-guided tour, you will need to download the Clio Muse Tours app on your iOS or Android device. Enjoy your tour!	<urn:uuid:f7daaacb-dbcf-4b46-949f-8c6a29e212d4>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://cliomusetours.com/tours/london-city-tour-from-westminster-to-trafalgar/	2023-10-04T20:27:36Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.898591	823
For a spirit to be considered gin, it has to have at its most elementary level, a distinct juniper component. Beyond that, gin is not closely regulated; it's made just about everywhere in a slew of different styles that vary widely depending on the botanicals (besides juniper) used in distillation, as well as the amount of sugar added, and the resulting texture. After juniper, gin tends to be flavoured with botanical/herbal, spice, floral or fruit-flavours or often a combination. LONDON DRY GIN The white-button-down classic that's been around since England lost its mind for gin in the nineteenth century. A London dry is clean, dry, juniper-forward, and Martini-ready. SLOE GIN This reddish purple spirit isn't so much a gin as a liqueur made from infusing gin with the tart-sweet juice from sloe plums. Best known for its presence in the Sloe Gin Fizz, sloe gin can be used in place of any fruit liqueur, especially in cobblers or Champagne cocktails. AMERICAN The American craft spirit movement has produced a host of idiosyncratic gins that range from citrusy to peppery to floral. "Navy-strength" gins high-proof gins clocking in around 60% ABV have also become popular of late. PLYMOUTH GIN Plymouth is defined by its place of origin: Plymouth, England. The style is very similar to a London dry (and can be used interchangeably), but it's fuller bodied with a more earthy botanical mix. Use this when you want to add textural complexity to a gin drink. OLD TOM GIN Slightly sweet, with a touch of malt flavor, this pre-Prohibition style bridges the gap between genever and a London dry gin. It's become the go-to among bartenders looking to re-create the classic drinks of that era, especially the Martinez. GENEVER Long considered the predecessor to gin, genever originated in Holland in the sixteenth century. It's built from a malted-grain base and has a less prominent botanical component than the crisp, aromatic gin we know today.	<urn:uuid:e413b9e5-d38c-4330-94f7-6f15d0a1ddef>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://cloud9.la/en/shop/index?c=7&s=14	2023-10-04T20:16:27Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.948972	467
How to Get Car Insurance for Any Vehicle - How to Get Car Insurance for Any Vehicle Securing car insurance at the right cost with the right coverages is crucial to protect your vehicle. Nowadays, getting an auto insurance policy could be as simple as quoting and binding entirely online or picking up the phone to call your local agent. The process of how to get car insurance is a lot easier than you may think (or remember). You just need a few details, and you’ll be done in no time. Whichever way you choose to secure a policy, Clovered is here for you with its easy-to-use online quoting form. How to Get Car Insurance Before Buying a Car The process of purchasing a car and an auto insurance policy to protect it go hand in hand. You’ll need relatively similar information to purchase both — but you’ll need way less info for insurance. 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We’re at the intersection of technology and real people, allowing you to get multiple quotes from the convenience of your computer (or phone) and having our agents on hand to walk you through any step of the process. 4. Purchase Your Policy and Hit the Road Do I Need Insurance Before Buying a Car? Yes, you need insurance before buying a car. If you’re buying a car from a new or used car dealership, you’ll be able to purchase a temporary auto insurance policy on the spot so your vehicle is protected before you even drive off the lot. Purchasing a vehicle from a private party may not have the same luxuries. You’ll likely need to purchase a temporary or standard policy at the time of purchase. If you buy the vehicle and drive it home without having insurance, you’re actually breaking the law and your car won’t be protected if something happens on the way home. Buying a New Car Insurance Grace Period If you currently have an auto insurance policy on another vehicle, your insurer will likely give you a grace period of seven to 30 days to update your policy with your new vehicle’s details. If you don’t already have a policy at the time of purchasing a vehicle, there is no grace period and you’ll have to purchase a policy before you’re legally allowed to drive the vehicle off the lot. Can I Buy a Car Without Insurance? Dealerships won’t allow you to buy a car without showing proof of insurance. If you have a policy in your name on another vehicle, that policy will suffice and your insurer will likely give you a grace period to update your coverage with the new vehicle’s details. Rethink your auto insurance premium with a free quote from the nation's top companies. 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All right, let's get at it today with even more of the Mets cards that Jeff recently (and generously!) sent me. In yesterday's post, I went through a bunch of the over 70 cards contained in the envelope. But, looking back at Part 1, it was way too much chatter on the part of your author and not enough cards being shown. So, today, I'll let the cards do most of the talking and I'll keep the commentary to a minimum, since there are a lot of great cards in this post. So, let's get on with it! I don't have very many of the early Heritage releases. For me and the timeline of my collecting, anything prior to 2011 is considered "early" Heritage. So, I have a lot of catching up to do. These are nice additions from the 2005 release. Another Kris Benson sighting! This one is Bowman Heritage from 2004. I've got a few from this set now and I must say I really enjoy them. The other companies had their take on the 'throwback design' theme, as well. These two are from 2000 Fleer Tradition. While Fleer at least had the history to develop their Tradition line, Upper Deck had no such resource for their Vintage products. Mostly, they were just stealing old school design elements from Topps (mostly) and Fleer. Nonetheless, the card are still nicely done, in my opinion. The Heilman and Floyd cards hail from 2004 UD Vintage. It's too bad Topps went away from producing affordable card sets like Bazooka and Total. They were simple and enjoyable means to add more cards to your team and/or player collections. I'd happily gas Five Star or Magnum or whatever high-end brands Topps produces today in favor of a few more of these wallet-friendly brands. But, I get it, card collecting is a business and Topps knows how to work it. Speaking of high-end, Private Stock was the premium brand of cards Pacific put out in the early part of last decade. I haven't had much success coming across these in dime boxes over the years, so any time I acquire one or, in this case, a few it's always a happy occasion. Brian Schneider rockin' the goalie style catcher's mask. One of the best photos from the '94 Topps base set, bar none In yesterday's post, I referenced the Pratt walk-off from the '99 NLDS versus Arizona. It was just the fourth time in baseball history that a team clinched a playoff series on a walk-off homer. It's pretty neat that this incredible moment was captured on on a card. Boyd was originally a 16th-round draft choice of Texas in 2009, but he instead attended Florida State and the Mets took him in the 6th round in 2012. He began the year at Double-A but was promoted to Las Vegas of the PCL in late May. In 23 games, Boyd is batting a healthy .290 but has not registered a home run. Over 1,302 career pro ABs, the first baseman has crafted an impressive .299 BA but has clubbed just 23 long balls. It's tough to read since the right side of the card is so shiny, but this is a '96 Fleer "Rookie Sensations" insert of Carl Everett. Lastly, but certainly not least in any way, were these guys... From 1994, these are cards from the Fleer Extra Bases set. They are significantly bigger (taller) than standard cards, making them an issue in terms of storage. But, these are pretty darn cool despite all that. I can't say I ever remember seeing these in stores back then. I definitely remember the football set that Fleer similarly produced and I have some of those. But, these bad boys are new to me. Once again, Jeff, I can't thank you enough for all of these terrific cards! They are most welcome additions to my Mets collection!	<urn:uuid:417844f9-5061-48c6-8436-a657563170b7>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://clubhousekaz.blogspot.com/2015/07/comin-atcha-pt-2-still-even-more-cards.html	2023-10-04T19:40:02Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.980446	827
We want to bring you a story that ended in tragedy the other evening. In a crash that happened just before 7:30 p.m. on the 5 Freeway, a vehicle slammed into the back of an eighteen-wheeler. By the time first responders arrived on scene, they found an SUV engulfed in flames stuck under the truck. According to witnesses, the SUV was speeding at more than 100 mph before it crashed. This accident is still under investigation, but it highlights two of the main dangers the Californians encounter on the roadway – speeding and aggressive driving. At the Compass Law Group, we know that there are many ways in which careless and negligent drivers cause accidents and injuries. If you need a car collision lawyer, you can count on us to work tirelessly when securing the compensation you need for all of your accident-related expenses. There are hundreds of thousands of vehicle accidents in California annually. The report from the latest year shows us that these accidents resulted in nearly 12,000 serious injuries and over 3,300 fatalities. For Los Angeles County during the same timeframe, there were more than 82,000 people injured (minor and major injuries) or killed in traffic accidents. We know that vehicle accidents can be scary, especially if there are injuries involved. Even minor injuries can keep us out of work for a few days. Major injuries can be devastating. We know that accidents cause both property damage and personal injuries. In both cases, you will be left with major bills that insurance may cover. But they may not. There is no guarantee that insurance companies will cover all accident-related expenses, especially if you are forced to miss work while you recover. Why They Happen In driver surveys, Californians were asked what they thought the biggest safety issues were on our roadways: - Speeding/Aggressive Driving – 27.2% - Drunk Driving – 22.9% - Texting on Phone – 14.7% - Talking on Phone – 11.9% - Other Distracted Behavior – 4% We know that all of those answers are correct. Alcohol-related crashes are responsible for more than 25 percent of all traffic accident deaths in the state. How many times have you seen drivers looking down at their phone screens instead of at the road? What You Can Do If someone else’s negligent or careless driving has caused you harm on the roadway, it would be wise to seek legal assistance in the aftermath of the incident. We know that insurance companies are not always looking out for your best interests and they may not offer enough money to cover all of your accident-related expenses. At the Compass Law Group, we will be your advocate. There is no reason you should have to suffer financially because of someone else’s mistake. We want to make sure that you are taken care of.	<urn:uuid:9100368c-1478-40f4-9bfc-42527b122c3e>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://cmplawgroup.com/blog/four-dead-in-fiery-interstate-crash/	2023-10-04T20:03:30Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.965463	591
Turks & Caicos Islands. Salacia House, a beach front property in the Turks and Caicos Islands, required a revetment to reduce coastal erosion, while creating a day and night boardwalk experience, sun deck and enhanced beach access. Our unobtrusive, beautifully landscaped solution, makes a refreshing waterside feature which is both sophisticated and durable. it features the warmth of a multi-level boardwalk and recreational deck concealing a large cast in situ concrete retaining wall. Foundations for the wall were dug into the underlying limestone way below mean sea level and then protected by an imported basalt boulder revetment, to dissipate wave energy and eliminate wave scour. Access to the beach below is via a custom aluminium and stainless steel staircase which takes you over the boulder revetment and down to the sand below.	<urn:uuid:6df89654-55ae-4f39-bb93-f0974ca67b89>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://cms-sl.com/salacia-house-tci/	2023-10-04T19:09:21Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.9084	183
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U.S. federal prosecutors have laid out their evidence against Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF) but at least he won’t have to suffer in prison without his prescription pick-me-ups. On Monday, Department of Justice prosecutors filed yet another superseding indictment accusing SBF of stealing “billions of dollars” from customers of his collapsed FTX digital asset exchange. SBF used some of these stolen funds to make “over a hundred million dollars in campaign contributions to Democrats and Republicans to seek to influence cryptocurrency regulation.” Last month, prosecutors dropped the campaign finance charge from their previous indictment(s) of SBF. The move came after the Bahamas government complained that this specific charge wasn’t among the lengthy list of fraud and money laundering charges SBF was facing when he agreed to be extradited to the United States last December. Prosecutors later revealed their intention to bring a separate campaign-related case against SBF and, well, here we are. The new indictment details how SBF wired “misappropriated customer money” into the personal bank accounts of his underlings—including FTX engineering director Nishad Singh and “another FTX executive”—in order to “evade restrictions on certain types of political contributions, and thereby maximize FTX’s political influence.” This unnamed FTX executive is a reference to Ryan Salame, the former co-CEO of FTX Digital Markets (FTXDM). Salame donated over $23 million to U.S. politicians in 2022, most of them Republicans, while donations made in SBF’s name primarily went to Democrats. Salame’s home was raided by Federal Bureau of Investigation agents in April and Bloomberg reported last week that Salame was negotiating some kind of deal with prosecutors. Among the recipients of Salame’s donations was his girlfriend Michelle Bond—a former FTX consultant—who failed to secure a GOP primary win last year for a House of Representatives district in New York. Kicking in Crooklyn For the record, there may be further charges coming SBF’s way, and we’re not talking about the separate trial on bank fraud and bribery of foreign officials that’s set to get underway in March 2024. No, we’re talking about a federal charge of attempted witness tampering. SBF is currently sweating it out in Brooklyn’s notorious Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) after U.S. District Judge Lewis Kaplan revoked SBF’s bail last Friday. Kaplan lost patience with SBF’s ongoing efforts to intimidate and/or collude with witnesses against him, including Caroline Ellison, his ex-girlfriend and the former CEO of FTX’s affiliated market-maker Alameda Research. Last month, SBF shared Ellison’s diaries with a New York Times reporter in an apparent bid to undercut her credibility. That was the last straw for Kaplan, who agreed with prosecutors that “there is no condition or combination of conditions of release that will assure that the defendant will not pose a danger to other persons or the safety of the community.” There was some confusion as to whether SBF would be sent to Putnam County Correctional Facility, where he would have access to a prosecutor-configured laptop that would let him coordinate with his defense team before the first trial gets underway on October 3 (previously, the start date was October 2, but this appears to have changed). But prosecutors did say it could take “weeks” to install the necessary tracking/blocking software to prevent future SBF shenanigans. With SBF having been so rudely deprived of the creature comforts he enjoyed under house arrest at his parents’ home in California, SBF’s attorneys filed a request Monday to ensure he had access to the pharmaceutical crutches to which he’s become, er, accustomed. Specifically, the court wants SBF to keep taking his daily 9mg Ersam transdermal patch, which reportedly treats SBF’s depression. SBF also takes 3-4 10mg tablets of Adderall per day to treat his ADHD. Without these medical interventions, SBF “will experience a return of his depression and ADHD symptoms, which will severely impact his ability to assist in his own defense.” A doctor’s note filed with this request notes that SBF “has a history of Major Depressive Disorder” as well as ADHD. When deprived of his fixes, SBF has “exhibited symptoms of depression, including lethargy, anhedonia [inability to feel pleasure], low motivation, and increased ruminations.” Kaplan granted this pharmaceutical request but it remains to be seen whether SBF’s bunkmate won’t simply take this candy from this baby under the ‘house rules’ of SBF’s new accommodations. Last week, SBF’s team asked Kaplan to give them until Wednesday (16) to submit a list of expert witnesses they plan to call on SBF’s behalf. This request included a hint of SBF’s “intention to present an ‘advice of counsel’ defense or a defense based on mental condition or defect.” Could SBF be prepping a Krusty the Klown Percodan Defense? Witnesses for the prosecution Monday also saw prosecutors file in limine motions regarding the admissibility of the evidence they intend to use in court against SBF. The filing confirms that Ellison, Singh and FTX co-founder Zixiao ‘Gary’ Wang—all of whom previously reached plea deals with the feds—“will testify at trial about conspiring to commit, and committing, fraud with the defendant.” Among the other witnesses the government plans to call are “multiple former employees of Alameda and FTX, several of the defendant’s customer, lender, and investor victims, and an expert witness whose financial analysis will show the nature and extent of the fraud.” Now how much would you pay? The filing confirms last week’s declaration that prosecutors would introduce evidence of SBF’s “illegal campaign finance scheme” even though this specific charge isn’t part of the October trial. “The making of political contributions using Alameda funds and doing so unlawfully in the names of straw donors [Singh and Salame] is direct proof of wire fraud and money laundering conspiracy,” charges that are part of October’s trial. The feds go on to claim that the lengths to which SBF went to ensure he maximized his campaign contributions “demonstrates the strength of his desire to purchase political clout—a desire so great that he stole customer funds to satisfy it.” Salame takes the fifth The filing says Ryan Salame is “unavailable as a witness” in SBF’s upcoming trial, as his attorney has informed prosecutors that “if subpoenaed, Salame would invoke his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination.” Prosecutors nonetheless expect to use Salame’s private communications to illustrate his role as SBF’s straw donor. In a November 2021 private message to “a trusted family member,” Salame said SBF “want[ed] to donate to both democtratic [sic] and republican candidates in the US.” However, SBF wouldn’t do so “cause the worlds frankly lost its mind if you dontate [sic] to a democrat no republicans will speak to you and if you donate to a republican then no democrats will speak to you.” Salame went on to say that the bipartisan donations were intended “to weed out anti crypto dems for pro crypto dems and anti crypto repubs for pro crypto repubs.” Salame clarified that SBF would “route money through me to weed out that republican side.” The China syndrome While SBF won’t face his foreign bribery trial until next spring, prosecutors plan to introduce evidence into October’s trial of SBF’s alleged payment of “at least $40 million” to Chinese government officials in 2021. The payments were made to regain control of Alameda accounts containing over $1 billion worth of digital assets that had been frozen on two Chinese digital asset exchanges. SBF “involved” Ellison in the process to regain these assets and she will testify as to the directions she received. Ellison’s role in the bribery scheme “is covered by her cooperation agreement, and among the information Ellison voluntarily provided to the Government.” The feds say all this will poke holes in SBF’s “anticipated defense that he was not involved in Alameda decision-making” or that he “was in the dark about the criminal actions of others at Alameda and FTX.” Oh, say can you thieve… The feds will also introduce evidence that, as FTX/Alameda crumbled, SBF “took several steps that prioritized certain creditors at the expense of FTX customers as a whole and that were for the benefit of the defendant personally.” The feds single out directions SBF gave Ellison to “prioritize repaying loans to a particular lender that was a U.S.-based entity in order to minimize the prospect of U.S. regulatory scrutiny.” As the walls came down, SBF “discovered an approximately $45 million hole at [U.S.-registered exchange] FTX.US, which the defendant then informed his associates he had filled with a transfer of Alameda assets.” The feds say SBF’s efforts to keep his U.S. house in order “demonstrates consciousness of guilt and therefore provides highly relevant evidence of the defendant’s intent, which is expected to be centrally in dispute.” The tale of the tape Ellison apparently never learned Stringer Bell’s maxim that one doesn’t take notes at a criminal conspiracy. Ellison’s notes at meetings involving SBF and other co-conspirators “include entries such as a list titled ‘Things Sam is Freaking Out About,’ which delineates Ellison’s understanding, from conversations with the defendant, of what remained the defendant’s top business concerns, such as Alameda’s trading hedges, bad press about the relationship between Alameda and FTX, and fundraising.” Ellison also recorded audio of herself speaking to Alameda staff at the “all-hands meeting” on November 9, 2022, two days before FTX filed for bankruptcy protection. At the time, FTX was pinning its hopes on a proposed bailout by rival exchange Binance, a deal that ultimately fell through. During Ellison’s rambling speech, she admits Alameda “ended up borrowing a bunch of funds on FTX which led to FTX having a shortfall in user funds.” When an employee asks who all had been aware of FTX’s fund shortfall, Ellison says “I guess I talked about it with, like, Sam, Nishad and Gary.” Pressed further on who made the decision to access FTX user funds, Ellison replies: “Um… Sam, I guess.” The feds note that Ellison cleared her general comments re Alameda’s likely plan to wind down operations with SBF beforehand. SBF suggested adding “something about there being a future of some sort for those who are excited but that you cant know for sure what it is?” The feds say this indicates that Ellison was acting “as the defendant’s agent” in the meeting. SBF is reportedly stonewalling prosecutors on authenticating certain internal FTX/Alameda documents, but prosecutors say they will instead call team members of the FTX Debtors, the post-bankruptcy entity established to make sense of SBF’s tangled financial web. Prosecutors want the court to limit SBF’s attorneys’ ability to cross-examine witnesses the feds may call to corroborate certain documents—including loan agreements with companies such as BlockFi—to prevent SBF from implying that the due diligence performed by these companies was inadequate. Prosecutors also want to prevent SBF from claiming that other ‘crypto’ entities were engaged in their own misconduct. Claiming that everyone is doing it is “not a defense to the crime of wire fraud or conspiracy to commit wire fraud; just as ‘everyone speeds’ is not a defense if your car happens to get picked up on the radar.” SBF should also be prevented from claiming that he planned to repay FTX/Alameda customers and therefore he isn’t guilty because he never expected anyone to be harmed. “Even temporary misappropriation of money or property is sufficient for conviction under the wire fraud statutes.” And by lying to Alameda’s lenders to secure additional loans, SBF “obtained money or property based on false representations, which is sufficient to establish a scheme to defraud a victim of money or property.” Kill all the lawyers Prosecutors want the court to preclude SBF from claiming that he lacked criminal intent because attorneys were present or involved in “certain decision-making.” An ‘advice of counsel’ defense requires the defendant to provide evidence that “before acting, he in good faith sought the advice of counsel, conveyed all material facts to the attorney, and acted strictly in accordance with the attorney’s advice.” Prosecutors note that SBF has previously claimed that FTX and Alameda “regularly consulted attorneys at Fenwick [& West] on legal issues.” Fenwick & West’s partners included Daniel Friedberg, who served as attorney for both the FTX Group and as SBF’s personal lawyer. A recent FTX Debtors’ report laid bare the criminal role that Friedberg played in SBF’s rise and fall, including bribing Bahamian officials, lying to U.S. banks, covering up the illegal commingling of funds between FTX and Alameda, backdating financial documents to legitimize improper transactions, paying off whistleblowers to keep quiet and firing staff who refused to play ball. SBF shouldn’t lean too hard on Friedberg, who is likely to face his own charges any day now. Besides, the extent and nature of the communications between the two is likely sufficient to blow holes in all their threadbare alibis. SBF was nowhere near Dealey Plaza in November 1963 Meanwhile, SBF’s attorneys filed their own in limine motion, which seek, among other things, to prevent prosecutors from introducing evidence produced to the defense after July 1. This demand is based on the defense’s claims that the government has been slow-rolling the discovery process, including “a production just three days ago of nearly three-quarters of a million pages of Slack messages from Gary Wang’s laptop that the Government originally promised to produce by the end of March.” Prosecutors must also not be allowed to introduce any evidence regarding the bankruptcies of FTX/Alameda because it’s “irrelevant to the issues in the present case.” Allowing this evidence will cause the jury to “improperly infer that the bankruptcy itself is proof that FTX and Alameda collapsed because of fraud, as opposed to outside market forces, and that [SBF] committed the crimes of which he is accused.” Similarly, SBF’s resignation shouldn’t be introduced, because it makes him look guilty. (Sense a thread yet?) Also, SBF’s comments re FTX.US shouldn’t be permitted, because the charges relate to FTX.com document metadata should be off-limits, because SBF doesn’t trust it. Also, SBF shouldn’t have to discuss evidence related to the charges that won’t be prosecuted until the March trial, cuz he’s already having enough trouble feeling pleasure, alright? Don’t do what Donny Don’t does We’ll close on a fittingly bizarre note that sums up the surreality of this whole debacle. The Stanford Daily reported Sunday that—prior to his epic downfall last November—SBF had been scheduled to give a talk to a Stanford class. The subject? ‘Tech ethics.’ Follow CoinGeek’s Crypto Crime Cartel series, which delves into the stream of group—from BitMEX to Binance, Bitcoin.com, Blockstream, ShapeShift, Coinbase, Ripple, Ethereum, FTX and Tether—who have co-opted the digital asset revolution and turned the industry into a minefield for naïve (and even experienced) players in the market. New to blockchain? 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In recent years, Semaglutide has gained significant attention as a potential game-changer in the world of weight loss. Approved by the FDA in June 2021 as a treatment for obesity, Semaglutide offers promising results for those struggling with excess weight. However, like any medication, it comes with its share of potential side effects. In this article, we will explore the benefits of Semaglutide for weight loss and delve into its associated side effects. The Weight Loss Revolution: Semaglutide’s Promise 1. Substantial Weight Loss One of the most significant advantages of Semaglutide is its ability to induce substantial weight loss. Clinical trials have semaglutide side effects that individuals who take Semaglutide can experience an average weight loss of around 15% of their initial body weight. This remarkable reduction in weight can significantly improve overall health and reduce the risk of obesity-related health issues, such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease. 2. Improved Blood Sugar Control Semaglutide is originally an FDA-approved medication for managing type 2 diabetes. When used for weight loss, it helps improve blood sugar control, making it an excellent option for individuals with obesity and insulin resistance. Better blood sugar management can lead to increased energy levels and enhanced overall well-being. 3. Appetite Suppression Semaglutide works by mimicking the effects of a hormone called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1), which is naturally produced in the body. This hormone helps regulate appetite, leading to reduced food cravings and decreased calorie intake. As a result, people taking Semaglutide often find it easier to adhere to a calorie-restricted diet. The Other Side of the Coin: Semaglutide’s Potential Side Effects While Semaglutide offers promising benefits for weight loss, it’s essential to be aware of the potential side effects associated with its use. 1. Gastrointestinal Issues Gastrointestinal side effects are among the most common with Semaglutide. These may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. These symptoms usually occur when starting the medication and tend to subside over time. Managing your diet and gradually increasing the dose can help minimize these side effects. 2. Low Blood Sugar (Hypoglycemia) Semaglutide can lower blood sugar levels, which is beneficial for individuals with diabetes. However, it can also lead to hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) if not used correctly. People taking Semaglutide should be aware of the signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia, such as shakiness, sweating, and confusion, and be prepared to treat it promptly with glucose or a sugary snack. In rare cases, Semaglutide has been associated with pancreatitis, which is an inflammation of the pancreas. Symptoms of pancreatitis include severe abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience these symptoms while taking Semaglutide, seek immediate medical attention. 4. Thyroid Tumors There have been reports of thyroid tumors in animal studies with Semaglutide. While the relevance of these findings to humans is still unclear, individuals taking Semaglutide should have their thyroid function monitored regularly. The Bottom Line Semaglutide offers a promising solution for individuals struggling with obesity, providing substantial weight loss, improved blood sugar control, and reduced appetite. However, like any medication, it comes with potential side effects, including gastrointestinal issues, hypoglycemia, pancreatitis, and concerns about thyroid tumors. Before considering Semaglutide for weight loss, it’s essential to have a thorough discussion with a healthcare professional who can assess your individual health needs, risk factors, and guide you through its potential benefits and side effects. A personalized approach and close monitoring can help ensure that Semaglutide is a safe and effective option on your journey toward a healthier weight.	<urn:uuid:09d5b50f-2e9b-4a40-a2d1-87816ff3976a>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://coinscryptomining.website/semaglutide-for-weight-loss-understanding-the-benefits-and-side-effects/	2023-10-04T21:09:36Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.929034	844
I found this web site the other day whilst looking for some information on Soviet Air Defence Systems. It covers both aircraft and air defence systems with some very well researched and analysed articles and some excellent imagery including either satellite or air photos of air defence installations. Most cold war Soviet systems are covered and it includes equipment that hadn't quite entered service when the Soviet Union collapsed. Key equipments covered include all the SAMs from 2 -22 they also cover PLA deployed systems both in terms of description and performance analysis. If your into the technology it covers that off at a level of detail, and has some superb articles on static SAM sites Slightly off topic in the Historical section it has some great pictures of current Australian military vehicles. The web site offers an open and independent source of information primarily on Air and Air Defence topics with a mass of data that will be of interest to the cold war gaming community and to those historically interested in the period or Air Defence in general. Just what the Internet was made for really, sharing.	<urn:uuid:d74dd17b-660f-4d82-8b01-d605b9cbafb1>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://coldwargamer.blogspot.com/2012/03/	2023-10-04T19:33:13Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.958687	206
Warren Buffett is my mentor. He just doesn’t know it. It’s a great relationship. He doesn’t have to take my calls and I don’t have to listen to everything he says. Buffett has mentored me this way for decades and he’s had a big impact on me. So big that every year my team and I take a group of 100 Internet leaders out to Omaha for a private workshop on Warren Buffett’s philosophy followed by that campy capitalist Midwestern hootenanny, that “Woodstock of Capitalism”, Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway annual meeting. What in particular do Internet CEOs, Chief Product Officers, heads of Customer Experience, and others need to learn from Buffett and his partner, Charlie Munger? Or asked another way – why do companies like Airbnb send groups of leaders to attend this? Leaders can learn a lot including a new way of looking at something they already know (or should know) – the customer experience. Buffett has built an alternate business universe that allows managers to make their own long-term and customer-inclusive decisions without interference from him or short-term pressure from Wall Street. This Buffettverse all starts with the slimmed-down structure of headquarters. With close to 400,000 total employees across 70+ wholly-owned companies (think Geico, Fruit of the Loom, See’s Candies, Burlington Northern railroad, etc.), there are only about 25 total employees at headquarters. That’s correct. 25. I don’t think there’s a startup or large company that can match the minimalist HQ of Berkshire Hathaway. In fact, Buffett has often said his management philosophy borders on abdication. For example, operating divisions do not submit budgets to Buffett. Buffett doesn’t want to look at budgets, approve budgets, or manage budgets. He wants leaders he can trust making those decisions. In the world of product development, many of us advocate pushing down decision-making to the lowest levels. No one does that better than Buffett. He delegates everything. You want to invest in a new technology? That’s your decision. You want to hire a new senior executive? That’s your decision. You want to keep your customer service operation in the United States and not outsource it? That’s your decision. The key to this radical decentralization is trust. Buffett only buys companies where he has trust for the management, who stay on to keep running the company after the acquisition. Sam Taylor, my longtime friend and CEO of one of Buffett’s companies, helped us get this workshop started five years ago. Each year he’d wow attendees with the stories of how he sold his company to Buffett. According to Sam, Buffett focused on two things in their negotiations: 1) whether he could trust Sam and, 2) the details of the customer net promoter scores. Before the sale to Buffett, Sam had private equity owners. They wanted him to lay off people and outsource customer service to India. Sam countered that it was critical to the business that support remain in the U.S. close to customers. When the sale to Buffett went through, Sam – and his employees – cried because it meant those jobs were saved and customers would continue to be treated well. It’s remarkable what can happen in Buffett’s wacky world where capitalists actually practice good business as opposed to rigging the system to maximize personal rewards. (Note: Buffett’s annual salary is $100,000). Generate good economics, treat customers well, and leave trusted managers alone – those are the uncommon rules of Buffett World. P.S. I’ve told the story of the wonderful Sam Taylor – who sadly passed away from brain cancer in 2017 – elsewhere including in a chapter I wrote for a best-selling book about the Berkshire Hathaway meetings (see it here). If you want to join us in Omaha next year for the “Woodstock of Capitalism” and our workshop, then you can fill out this simple Google form telling us about yourself and why you’d like to come (we do this because we limit the number of attendees every year).	<urn:uuid:0f0b6a1a-d2f6-4022-9d41-7b4ad27ce308>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://collaborativegain.com/why-warren-buffett/	2023-10-04T18:48:40Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.952039	894
This is going to be a review on Meta Herbal’s ColoPurex Ultimate Colon Cleanse. Made out of vegetarian ingredients this product is meant to remove years of unnecessary toxins so you can feel better and most importantly healthier. They are also meant to be taken to help get rid of some of the uncomfortable body bloat you may experience and also fire up your metabolic rate. If you are interested in a vegetarian supplement that detoxifies, please keep reading this review to find out more information on it. This product contains the following ingredients: - Aloe Vera which provides functionality to the intestinal tract. - Senna Powder which acts as nature’s laxative. - Fennel Seed aids in the detoxification of the liver and also to combat and prevent the disease colitis. - Goldenseal helps to combat internal inflammation and also helps to promote gland functionality. - Cascara Sagrada is meant to strengthen intestinal muscles. - Rhubarb is a great source fiber which promotes regular bowel movement. - Licorice combats and aids in combating indigestion or heartburn and increases bile flow. - Ginger is a soothing component for your body, especially the intestines and also helps to reduce colon inflammation. - Acai Berry improves the body’s digestion and also naturally detoxifies the body. The recommended dosage for this product is 1 capsule 1 to 2 times per day. The company does suggest this product be taken with another one of their products so this may mean this product isn’t as powerful when taken along. Possible Side Effects The company states you should speak with your physician if you have a medical condition. We also suggest you should speak with your physician about taking any new supplement especially for those of you who are pregnant or nursing or are taking a prescription medication. The current listing price for this product is $39.95; however, the company as it marked down to $29.95. They also offer multi-pack bundles for a larger discount. The best discount is offered with the largest package, which gives you a 45 percent discount for 6 bottles. If you are not happy or satisfied with the product, the company does offer a 90 day money back guarantee. All you need to do is notify the company so they can provide the return information and then send all the bottles (used and unused) back. You will be reimbursed your full refund minus the shipping costs. There are currently no reviews for this product on the website. Meta Herbal’s ColoPurex Ultimate Colon Cleanse capsules seem to be a healthy and gentle way to detoxify the body. It does not contain filler ingredients and are also vegetarian friendly. The guarantee, even though it is 90 days, is still solid and hassle-free. The price is also reasonable as well since you do get 120 capsules per bottle. The two things we did notice was the lack of customer reviews and also how the company stated this product would work better in conjunction with another. As a new customer, many people only want to purchase one product and have it work effectively, rather than more to get the full effect. Overall, we think there are better products out there for your detoxifying needs. Click here to learn about our top colon treatment products. \|ColoClear\|\|Bowtrol Colon Cleanse\|\|Organika Herbal Colon Cleanser Forte\|\|MetaHerbal ColoPurex\|\|One Minute Miracle Oxy-Cleanse\| \|Price (1 bottle) Price (6 bottles) Best Value \|Speed of Results\|\|Extremely Fast\|\|Good\|\|Average\|\|Average\|\|Slow\| \|Quality of Ingredients\|\|Premium\|\|Good\|\|Good\|\|Average\|\|Average\| \|Customer Satisfaction Evaluation\|\|99.20%\|\|86%\|\|78.50%\|\|73%\|\|69.50%\| \|Safety Evaluation\|\|Safe for Use\|\|Safe for Use\|\|Safe for Use\|\|Safe for Use\|\|Safe for Use\| \|Customer Service Rating\| \|Return Policy\|\|Risk Free\|\|Unclear\|\|Unclear\|\|90 days\|\|30 days\|	<urn:uuid:748bcbef-9fc4-4a0a-92b7-617bfb6661d4>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://coloncleans.org/product-reviews/meta-herbal-colopurex-ultimate-colon-cleanse-review/	2023-10-04T20:38:32Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.90784	1,078
Yes, we said it….Fall is on its way faster than we might like. The Western Slope is a favorite destination to enjoy fall colors, so we wanted to share some short-term rental properties for those ready to book a vacation spot to better appreciate the season. Within a 45-minute drive south of Montrose is a gorgeous new home in Ouray dubbed the Ouray Downtown Base Camp in the heart of the town’s activity where you will be able to see nature’s artwork from your back deck. This 4-bedroom 3-bath home is minutes from the Ouray hot springs, 2 blocks from downtown shopping, and a short drive to the Via Ferrata where you can stretch your legs in a challenging climb over the rushing Uncompahgre River. The luxurious primary suite is on the main floor where you can watch the sun come over the mountains on lazy mornings. The large, open living area continues out onto a large elevated deck where you can watch pets romp in the fenced dog park across the street near the river. The gaming loft overlooking the living area features a foosball table and plump pillows for comfortable reading. Behind the house is a fire pit with lounge chairs, and the property offers ample parking spaces for up to 8 guests and all the toys you can bring! Just north of Montrose in Crawford is a generously sized second-story Hayloft cabin over horse stables that offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and fall colors. Located 20 minutes from the Black Canyon, this private cabin is enveloped in nature’s playground. Unplug from the world while enjoying the cozy fireplace on colder mornings and taking advantage of the pool table with friends and family in the evenings. In Telluride, the Slopestyle House is just what the doctor ordered for vacationers desiring to be in the heart of Colorado country. Living room views of the surrounding mountains mean you can enjoy the fall colors without leaving your home away from home. Get some fresh air on the private deck while sipping your morning coffee made in the chef’s kitchen. Unique, luxurious touches in this 2-story paradise offer a comfortable space for your whole group, including a downstairs wet bar in the family room. Minutes from the gondola, you can explore Telluride and Mountain Village in style with this short term-rental. Last, but not least is a private, country Rustic Log Cabin in Durango that up to 15 guests can enjoy. From the private, covered hot tub, you will enjoy close-up views of the mountains, pond, and surrounding fall colors in style. The massive stone fireplace will provide cozy heat in the large living room where you can watch early snowfalls. The 2-story residence offers several living areas, an 80” flat screen TV, and a large laundry room for your convenience. With 12 beds to choose from, you’ll be sure to find ample space for the entire family, and if you get cabin fever, the Durango Mountain Resort is only minutes north of the lodge. Booking this vacation rental includes discounts on ski and snowboard equipment rentals should you decide to make this a winter retreat. Four-wheel drive vehicles are a requirement for this location with snow tires or chains to ensure safe access to and from the cabin. Wherever your vacation rental is in western Colorado, you can’t go wrong when you plan to enjoy the fall colors in the rugged countryside, and don’t forget your camera to capture those colorful memories! Thinking about Buying or Selling? Call or Text: (970) 417-9375 Copyright 2022 Atha Team at Keller Williams Colorado West Realty, LLC. If you have a brokerage relationship with another agency, this is not intended as a solicitation. Equal opportunity housing provider. Each office is independently owned and operated. All Rights Reserved.	<urn:uuid:e1b7402a-650a-40e2-8b00-cce45b7ec2d2>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://coloradorealty-experts.com/colorado-fall-color-vacation-spots/	2023-10-04T20:38:07Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.923279	793
Back in January when I got word from a reliable source that Phil Washington of the Denver Regional Transportation District was a serious contender for the top job at LA Metro, I confirmed my intel and immediately went to press. I will probably never know whether anyone at Metro or the Mayor’s office read my enthusiastic piece, but I like to think so. It feels good when you put something in writing and it comes to pass. By all accounts, Phil Washington will be coming to Los Angeles with an impressive track record as a manager and builder to help continue to grow and refine our expanding transit system. As Metro is one of the County’s most important public agencies, it is critical that the new CEO be someone proven and of the highest quality and character. The agency needs genuine leadership from Mr. Washington so let’s hope that he is a thick-skinned leader who will be focused on the prize — improving and expanding service and attracting more riders to ditch their cars for Metro. There are some excellent, hardworking people at Metro and knowing that the driver at the wheel is someone who understands the public’s reliance on Metro’s buses and trains should motivate Metro’s employees to work even harder to deliver a quality product. As for the Metro Board, it remains a mix of smart pro-transit civil servants and a handful who can seem almost hostile to expansion of the critical transit system. Given the importance of a quality bus and rail network to the region, I hope Mr. Washington will follow the credo of Thomas Edison who famously said, “There are no rules here; we’re trying to accomplish something.” The challenges that Mr. Washington will face in his new role are considerable but the up side is the opportunity to give world class LA a transit system to match. A lifelong transit rider and transplant to LA, I still marvel at the lack of appreciation of the system in some quarters and at the expensive mistakes (e.g., the need for the pricey Regional Connector) that have cost us decades in terms of construction, quality and connectivity. In many parts of the County, Metro buses and trains remain a last resort option rather than a fairly low cost means of getting from point A to point B. This has to change and is changing slowly. The system seems to be seeing more discretionary riders and the redevelopment of downtown LA, Koreatown, North East LA, Pasadena and Culver City are helping. Those changes will only accelerate as the Expo and Gold Line extensions come on line soon followed by completion of the Crenshaw Line. The existing big ticket projects plus a rail line through the Sepulveda Pass and rail or a bus rapid transit line on the East San Fernando Valley Transit Corridor will be on Mr. Washington’s plate as should transit to Silicon Beach at Playa Vista so we don’t end up with another transit-free Century City West. I hope that Mr. Washington can also get the agency to focus on the little things. The fact that some buses and many bus stops remain filthy doesn’t help the system attract discretionary riders. Some lines like the critical 720 Rapid also turn off first time or irregular riders as the buses seem to serve as rolling homes for disruptive (homeless?) riders taking up more than one seat. Menacing riders have no place on the bus and train. Real time transit apps are an outstanding development for those who can afford a smart phone and, equally importantly, know that the apps exist. More outreach is needed to make the public aware of this time saving technology. At least the agency has finally locked the subway turnstiles (Collecting fares to pay for service is a good idea, don’tcha think?) and is encouraging the sheriff’s department to do enforcement rather than stand around in groups and yammer. That’s a contract that needs a serious look over. Now that we know who the next CEO will it be, it is time for those who don’t ride Metro to take a pre- and post-Phil Washington ride on the trains and buses. My bet is that even that first ride will turn more of us into TAP card carrying transit riders. And who knows, maybe that guy riding next to you will be Metro’s new CEO Phil Washington. Yours in transit, Source: Huff Post	<urn:uuid:36ec35f1-2fde-4f7e-b22a-cbcd9cd03d37>	CC-MAIN-2023-40	https://com-i1.com/la-metro-picks-best-candidate-for-top-job/	2023-10-04T19:53:39Z	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00698.warc.gz	en	0.950958	898

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