text:
Current artificial lawn owners may notice some changes in the look of their synthetic lawn since its original installation. Common problems include turf that “lays down” or looks flat, ripples in the material, or pet order. Fortunately, there is hope for aging synthetic lawns.
Want to know how to make your synthetic lawn better? Let’s define better in the case of a synthetic lawn: BETTER / ˈbedər/ adjective; Restore lawn to look as it did when originally installed and looked its best.
The key to a beautiful synthetic lawn is to have your artificial grass serviced. Synthetic lawns are outside 24/7, which means they are relentlessly exposed to sun, rain, pollution, pet grime and dust. The simple fact is artificial lawns need to be cleaned. A lawn service consists of removing debris deposited over time (i.e. pebbles, pine needles, pollen, construction dust, seeds and weeds). This is also a good time to consider adding addition infill. Raising the infill line up above the blades’ weak point (most commonly seen in the higher traffic areas) will stand fibers upright for a longer period of time. Servicing your lawn every couple of years is recommended.
Dog owners have a particularly important struggle: improper care of an artificial lawn can lead to your new lawn smelling more like dog pee. The answer again, is to have your lawn professionally serviced.
Homeowners know nothing is maintenance free: not a window, car, cabinet, or rug. As much time as your dog spend enjoying the lush look and feel of your synthetic grass, dog owners spend equal amount of time picking up after their pets. Synthetic turf is beneficial for pet owners because it eliminates the fear of muddy messes in the house. But, to maintain this benefit lawn owners only have to spend a small amount of time cleaning the lawn.
While professional lawn services are always the best option for cleaning and servicing an artificial lawn, there are some things homeowners can do on a regular basis to maintain their lawn. We recommend a product such as EnviroZyme for artificial lawn care with pets, which can be purchased locally. EnviroZyme is an enzyme-based concentrate used to neutralize urine, pet and other animal odors on properly installed synthetic turf. It can be used full strength or diluted with water and applied by sprayer or dumped on with a small bucket. Many artificial lawn owners apply the solution earlier in the day, which allows the heat and natural sunlight to dry the product and cure before cooling down for the night. Apply an agent like this regularly to keep the odor down.
With California’s current drought, the lack of water causes root systems from trees, bushes, shrubs and plants to seek water. The top layers of most yards are dry which initiates root systems to go elsewhere for survival. If your natural lawn is green and you don’t water it, good chance you have a leaking line. Some plants’ root systems will travel all the way over into a neighbor’s yard in search of something to sustain them. While this process is truly incredible to see, it can also impact the look of your lawn. For this , a professional lawn service is also beneficial. Southwest Greens offers an experienced team who can determine if your yard needs a little “facelift.” Root systems can be removed from beneath synthetic lawns and golf greens to restore the original beauty of your lawn and game.
Southwest Greens is a locally owned and operated synthetic turf company that designs and builds a project to the customers need and wants. Built on referrals, our services include customer synthetic turf projects for residential and commercial installation. From golf greens and sand bunkers to bocce ball and croquet courts. Out high quality materials and experiences installation team is how we install “double eagle” synthetic turf amenities. Call (650)349-4885 or complete our online contact form for a free consultation to determine if artificial lawn rejuvenation from the experts at Southwest Greens is right for you.


text:
Kristen Mary Jenner, an American television personality who rose to fame after starring in the reality television series Keeping Up with the Kardashians, together with her family turns 62 today.
In celebration of her big day, her famous daughter Kim Kardashian took to social media to say, ‘Happy Birthday to my best friend @krisjenner Couldn’t have asked for a better mom! Literally don’t know how you do it and manage us all and be the best grandma and have the best outlook on life! I’m so grateful for you!!! Love you so much!’.

industry_corpus2: Film & Entertainment


text:
With continued investment into U.K. production, our 7 day Express Service now includes our stunning high quality heavyweight digitally printed fleece blankets. Suitable for all seasons, fleece blankets appeal to a wide range of end users. Ensure your brand gets noticed and perfectly advertise your campaign or event.
We help brands achieve fantastic results using the latest digital printing technology, which results in a captivating photo-realistic quality, with superb detail and colours. Not just used for snuggling under on cosy winter nights, fleece blankets are also a super promotional giveaway in summer and are perfect for festivals, concerts, BBQs, outdoor sporting events, camping and pet blankets.
Reacting to customer requirements and using the latest state of the art printing equipment, we offer a fast turnaround of printed towels in just 7 days.
To further enhance the offer for our customers and reacting to market demands, we now offer our Express Service on a quality range of Tea Towels.

industry_corpus2: Manufacturing


text: Depending on your current earnings, Social Security can be a significant part of your retirement income. However, many factors will impact the benefit you may receive. Use this calculator to approximate your Social Security benefit. For a more accurate estimate, taking into account your earnings history, contact the Social Security Administration at 1 (800) 772-1213 or visit www.ssa.gov.

industry_corpus2: Finance & Economics


text:
Now that border wall advocates have failed in their attempts to negotiate border wall funding out of a Democrat controlled Congress, President Trump last week declared a national emergency to secure the border. As expected, the declaration resulted almost immediately in litigation from interested parties who challenge the President’s ability to declare a national emergency for such a purpose.
While the constitutionality of the President’s declaration makes its way through the courts, pro-border wall advocates are blaming Republican Congressional leadership for failure to act when Republicans controlled both chambers. What these advocates fail to recognize is that, while technically Republicans controlled both chambers, their margin in the Senate was too narrow to pass anything that was remotely controversial within the party, including a border wall. Their coalition of 51 Senators included a few outspoken opponents who might support enhanced security but not in the form of a wall.
To understand the complexity of this issue, many are looking to Texas, whose border with Mexico is approximately 1,200 miles long, equaling about half of the entire US-Mexico border. It stretches through both urban centers, such as El Paso, and rural ground. The border represents a complicated relationship between this state and its neighboring country.
Mexico is Texas’s number one trading partner, with the state exporting $97 billion and importing $89 billion in goods each year. With low unemployment, many Texas industries rely on immigration labor.
Texas was, at one time, part of Mexico, and many of the state’s residents are descendants of families who fought for Texas’s independence from Mexico. It’s not uncommon for families to live in different countries, but only a few miles apart.
Because of this unique relationship, the subject of a wall is a delicate one that affects private property rights, law enforcement, labor, education and health care. And the political lines are not clearly drawn.
Here’s a snapshot of what some of the state’s opinion leaders are saying about President Trump’s proposed border wall.
The South Texas Property Rights Association supports a border wall, except through rural areas. The members of this group might be most directly affected by wall, as their properties are the ones that literally border Mexico. Immigrants make their way through these properties, which would be taken for border wall construction.
U.S. Senator Ted Cruz, a conservative firebrand, not only supports a border wall, but introduced the WALL Act in December, which would have appropriated $25 billion for the project.
U.S. Senator John Cornyn, the state’s senior Senator, proposes a combination of a physical wall in geographies where it makes sense and technological barriers in rural areas, where building a wall would disturb the environment and take land from ranchers.
Congressman Will Hurd, whose district includes more than half of the Texas-Mexico border, endorses the use of technology as opposed to a physical wall. Hurd maintains that fiber optic cables would not only be more cost efficient but also more effective.
Congressman Henry Cueller, who is a Democrat but has been named the most bipartisan member of Congress, and whose district also includes the border, agrees that border security is important but, like Hurd, endorses the use of technology for that purpose.
Texas Lt. Governor Dan Patrick, a vocal proponent for the wall, even offered to use state money to build one, with reimbursement coming from the federal government. Republican Governor Greg Abbott is a bit skeptical about that proposal.
How much taxpayers pay to support illegal immigration is a very political question, and the answer depends on who you ask. Anti-immigration groups cite numbers as high as $11 billion/year, while other studies point to immigrants’ contributions to the workforce, tax base and multi-generational contributions as offsetting the initial cost of education and social support.
And consistent with the opinions of lawmakers, Texans as a whole are divided on the issue, with polls showing conflicting survey results.
In April 2018, a Texas Lyceum poll reported that 61% of Texans oppose the construction of a physical wall, but a February 2018 CBS poll shows that 56% of Texans support “enhanced border security”. That same poll shows that Texans have compassion towards those already here, with a majority of Texas supporting a path to citizenship in some cases.

industry_corpus2: Politics & Administration


text:
It’s comforting to know that Hannah wept bitterly and prayed out of her anguish and God heard her.
It’s comforting to know that Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego walked into a furnace that very well could have killed them, but God showed up.
It’s comforting to know that even though Jonah fled from his life’s purpose, God still used him in His grand story.
It’s a comfort to read story after story of how God saves us, rescues us, delivers us, teaches us, loves us, and so much more.
When life throws one curve ball after the next, I soak up scripture like this.
It says I am allowed to cry out in anguish and be heard. It says no matter what I’m going through, God is surely there. It says I am allowed to doubt God’s goodness, but that will never change the fact that He is good.
Often when I read scripture, I can make whatever I’m reading become a comfort to me. That’s the lens I take to my time with Jesus. What does this passage say about how God helps me through suffering, and how should I carry on from there?
This isn’t inherently bad, but I have sat in this place for quite some time now and it seems that God has become all about suffering to me. Quite honestly, I’ve grown tired of it. I’m tired of constantly trying to find how God triumphs over suffering in everything I do.
I’ve begun to want to know more about who God is, aside from suffering. I’ve begun to reach for other aspects of God’s character. I’ve begun to realize that my actions, reading the Bible and meeting with God, are great, but I’m no longer getting what I need out of it.
Of course, that is no fault of God’s. The tools He’s given me are not suddenly flawed. So what is it? As I began to ask God this question, He just began pointing me to His glory. He began showing me the same passages I had read and applied to suffering, and showed me how they prove His glory.
And I began to realize, as I’ve looked for what God was doing for me through suffering, I’ve missed part of the point. Yes, God uses suffering. But part of God’s character is that everything He does ultimately points to His glory. If I’m never looking at scripture trying to find His glory in the stories, then I’m missing part of the point.
The story of Hannah. Yes, Hannah prayed sincerely from her heart, and God heard her and blessed her with a son. Hannah’s suffering was vindicated. But how about the fact that God opened a barren womb? How about the fact that God used a woman who could not physically have children, to birth one of the greatest kings of all time and to enter into the lineage of Jesus? Does this story speak not just to God’s desire to bless us, but to a powerful plan beyond my understanding?
The story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. Yes, these three men were brave in the face of almost certain death, and Jesus honored their loyalty by saving their lives. But how about the fact that God was able to keep three men unscathed through the fire when the guards collapsed outside the door? How about the fact that because of this action, King Nebuchadnezzar, a man who previously condemned the worship of any other gods, proclaimed to his entire nation the glory of the God of the Jews? Does this story speak not just to God’s desire to save us, but to a glory that takes far greater precedence than any physical work I’m doing?
The story of Jonah. Yes, this man ran in the complete opposite direction from obedience and God still chose to use him for a great purpose. Nothing is wasted. How about the fact that God was able to use the most arrogant and misplaced man to change an entire nation? Does this story speak not just to God’s desire to use us, but to a compassion and will that cannot be stopped?
Looking at these stories for how God uses suffering is not bad, but it’s only part of the picture. As I start to understand that part of God’s character, I want more. I long to see another part of the picture. I long to see what His glory looks like at its purest.
I decided about a week ago, that I would read and pray everything through this lens. That I would take just one week to not pray for the suffering in my life or the world around me, but that I would focus solely on how great God is, how the Bible points to that, and how His greatness underlies every earthly thing.
It is setting my heart on fire for Jesus in a new way. And this is just one new lens. I have traded my lens of suffering for one of God’s glory. What if I looked through the lens of grace? What about mercy? What about justice?
My question for you today is this, what lens are you viewing Jesus through? I would not say that one lens in necessarily better than any other, but I think you need to know. I can assure you that you are probably only looking at a piece of the picture.
This is what sticking with Jesus is. As we continue to walk with Him, we must begin to learn Him in new ways.
If He is a work of art, He is not a painting on a wall with only one plane to view it on. He is a multidimensional sculpture you have to move around to fully see. You have to view Him from every angle to begin to understand Him.
We must constantly evaluate how we are approaching Jesus, and begin to do it in new ways. Stretch yourself in your pursuit.
How do you need to view Jesus today? What new way can you begin to understand His goodness today?

industry_corpus2: Others


text:
West Cheshire AC finished just one point away from achieving a cleansweep of six age group victories at the third round of the North West Sportshall League.Leon Langmead with a new shot put best of 8.93m, and James McMahon with 7.54m scored a double success story in the under 13 boys shot put at Kingsway Leisure Centre, Widnes.
Daniel Vickers won the standing long jump with 2.03m, claimed victory in the speed bounce with 73 alongside B winner Matthew Pagan with 65, and Jack Simcox (1:35.0) partnered B six lap runner Chris Harrop (1:44.3) to a double victory, whil Neil Pitchford clocked 33.5 seconds in the two lap.
The quartet of Vickers, Simcox, McMahon, and Pagan combined for victory in the sprint relay.
Elijah Montez-Brown, Jack Pickering, Dillon Salvi, and Connor Rowbottom teamed up for victory in the under 11 boys sprint relay.
They were backed up by Jack Johnson, Adam Henry, Toby Hulse, Taylor Rice, Cameron Weaver, Tom Harrop, and Joseph Morrison.
Ryan Jones celebrated success in both the under 15 boys six lap and speed bounce (65), alongside B speed bounce winner, Yousef Khalifa (64), and Joel Langmead who earned the club an age group team win.
Georgia Barlow secured victories in the under 11 girls two lap (26.9) and four lap, alongside speed bounce winner, Sophie Baker (50), and important back-up from Samilld McGonigle, Olivia Williams, Toni Lammond, Sophie Carter, and Molly Sharples.
Amy Williams clocked a winning time of 26.6 seconds in the under 13 girls two lap, and Chloe Hunt won the speed bounce alongside B winner, Ellen McMahon, while Sophie Percival won the B shot put, and Charlotte Williamson won the B standing long jump (1.83m), while Tess Corr won the B six lap, and other important point scorers were Hannah Wood, Emily Wood, and India Cotgreave.
Alice McMahon, Olivia Montez-Brown, Kelly Baker, Jenna Sheehy, Laura Rigby, Jenni Potter, Emma Johnson, and Alice Jennings secured top spot in the under 15 girls event.
Alice McMahon won the two lap (25.4) alongside B winner Olivia (26.1), who added victories from the six lap and standing triple jump (6.97m).
Kelly (10.59m) and Alice Jennings (8.80m) won in the shot, while Laura scored 73 for success in the speed bounce alongside Jenna with 69, alongside vital support from Jenni and Emma.
U11 BOYS – 1 West Cheshire 139; 2 Halton and Frodsham 132; 3 Liverpool 102; 4 Southport Waterloo 77.5.
U13 BOYS – 1 West Cheshire 143 points; 2 Liverpool 131; 3 Halton and Frodsham 63.
U15 BOYS – 1 West Cheshire 118; 2 Halton and Frodsham 84; 3 Warrington 63.
U11 GIRLS – 1 Halton & Frodsham 136; 2 West Cheshire 135; 3 Liverpool 122; 4 Southport Waterloo 90; 5 Warrington 46.
U13 GIRLS – 1 West Cheshire 141; 2 Liverpool 125; 3 Halton & Frodsham 122; 4 Warrington 109; 5 Southport Waterloo 72.
U15 GIRLS – 1 West Cheshire 145; 2 Halton & Frodsham 134; 3 Warrington 95.

industry_corpus2: Sports


text:
MOST AMAZING PLACE TO HAVE A WINTER HOLIDAY.
FABULOUS WEATHER, HOTELS, DAYTIME ACTIVITIES AND NIGHT LIFE.
THE LOCALS ARE SO KIND AND FRIENDLY, IT'S DEFINITELY THE BEST PLACE TO GO IN THE WINTER.
EVERYTHING IS CLEAN AND NO WORRY ABOUT CATCHING STOMACH DISEASES.
CAN NOT WAIT TO GO AGAIN!
EVERYTHING IS CLEAN AND NO WORRIES ABOUT CATCHING STOMACH DISEASES.
We had a fantastic holiday in a very beautiful place. The accommodation was execellent, very clean and efficient.

industry_corpus2: Travel & Geography


text:
CeBIT 2017 Finished! – TAKAHA KIKO CO., LTD.
From 20th to 24th March 2017 it was the first overseas exhibition CeBIT 2017. 141 Japanese companies as Germany partner country exhibited at the Japan Pavilion.
We introduced our new product “no magnetic latching solenoid”, and many visitors were interested in it.
The comic solenoid manual was very popular!
Thank you for coming! We were happy to meet many visitors.
Please feel free to contact us about the solenoid.
This entry was posted in Corporate Info and tagged CeBIT, CeBIT2017, exhibition, Hannover.


text:
outlet puma italia online store.
Shoes Under $49 at Puma Factory Outlet Melbourne! ， 60% off sport tops.


text:
I thought so until I leafed through this book sent to me by the publisher.
It contains more than 200 spelling tests and quizzes. And it’s small enough to slip into a bag, briefcase or purse to fill those unexpected nothing moments usually entertained by mindless checking of one’s Blackberry or iPhone.
This new spelling adventure by David L. Grambs and Ellen S. Levine — subtitled Killer Quizzes for the Incurably Competitive and Overly Confident — has driven me into enough doubt to make me thankful for spellchecker and my Oxford American Dictionary.
The book’s introduction says a random survey of 2,500 people between the ages of 18 and 60 found that 40 percent of them couldn’t identify the correct spelling of questionnaire.
Spelling, as the authors point out, disregards age, gender, diplomas, professional titles, haughty accents and literary and literati snobbery. “… the well-read are not always the well-spelled,” they emphasize.
Obviously, word addicts will love this book. I don’t happen to be one, but I know someone who is. With the holiday season approaching, it will be a great gift.
LOL! I did. It was a herculean typo.

industry_corpus2: Literature & Emotions


text:
It's summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere.
Summer solstice marks the longest period of daylight in the year. The sun is at its farthest point north of the Equator.
The word solstice comes from the Latin from sol meaning sun, and stare, or sistere, meaning to stand or stop.
The solstice is an astronomical occasion, but also has historical, mythological, and cultural significance.
From Chinese legend today is a celebration of yin, earth, and femininity. Today is winter solstice in the Southern Hemisphere. Winter solstice corresponds to a winter celebration of yang.
Psychologists have found a correlation between daylight and a measure of happiness.
We identified individual-level diurnal and seasonal mood rhythms in cultures across the globe, using data from millions of public Twitter messages. We found that individuals awaken in a good mood that deteriorates as the day progresses—which is consistent with the effects of sleep and circadian rhythm—and that seasonal change in baseline positive affect varies with change in daylength.
Summer solstice in an opportunity to experience the fullness of the day.
Diurnal and Seasonal Mood Vary With Work, Sleep, and Daylength Across Diverse Cultures, Golder SA, & Macy MW, Science, 30 September 2011: Vol. 333 no. 6051 pp. 1878-1881.
The Solstice Blues, by Akiko Busch, New York Times, 20 June 2014.
Why we celebrate the summer solstice, by Maria Konnikova, Scientific American, 21 June 2013.

industry_corpus2: Health & Medicine


text:
on Mar 10, 2016 at 16:44 UTC ( #1157321=perlquestion: print w/replies, xml ) Need Help??
+ constructor) at /tmp/x.pl line 8, near "@x)"
Execution of /tmp/x.pl aborted due to compilation errors.
+es at /tmp/x.pl line 8.
So on one one machine I'm told to pass a reference and on the other machine I'm told to not pass a reference. Any idea what is causing this? I'd like to run the same code on both machines but I cannot see why they differ.
Thanks. That provided the hint. One machine has a .dataprinter file (with use_prototypes = 0) and the other does not.

industry_corpus2: Computing & Telecommunications


text:
Internal Filters There are 45 products.
Nano Filter Extension - Additional filter chamber for Dennerle Corner Filters.
Air driven double sponge filter - baby safe.
Air driven single filter - baby safe.


text:
Events happening in, out, and around school.
Jan 2 (Wed) @ 8:15 New Students: Orientation, Placement Test, Course Selection. ASSEMBLY – All Students. CLASSES BEGIN immediately after.
Jan 4 (Fri) Last day to enroll in regular academic courses.
April 10 (Thu) - 23 (Tue) TERM BREAK – Classes not in session. Teachers are not available. Administration office will open.
April 13 (Sat) - 19 (Fri) BOARDING BREAK – Students staying in boarding during any of these dates are required to register and pay the break program fee.
Feb 7 (Fri)@ 8:15am Boarding opens for new students.
Feb 10 (Mon)@ 8:15am New Students: Orientation, Placement Test, Course Selection. ASSEMBLY – All Students. CLASSES BEGIN immediately after.
Feb 12 (Wed) Last day to enroll in regular academic courses.
Jul 1 (Wed) - 5 (Sun) TERM BREAK – Classes not in session. Teachers are not available. Administration office will open.
Apr 23 (Tue) @ 8:15 New Students: Orientation, Placement Test, Course Selection.
Apr 24 (Wed) ASSEMBLY – All Students. CLASSES BEGIN immediately after.
Apr 26 (Fri) Last day to enroll in regular academic courses.
Week of Jun 3 MIDTERM EVALUATIONS – Classes as usual.
Jul 1 (Mon) CANADA DAY - No School.
Aug 1 (Thu) - Sep 4 (Wed) TERM BREAK - Classes not in session. Teachers are not available. Administration office will open.
Aug 3 (Sat) Final day for Boarding Check-Out.
Aug 4 (Sun) Boarding is CLOSED for break - No student present.
July 3 (Fri) @ 8:15 New Students: Orientation, Placement Test, Course Selection.
July 6 (Mon) ASSEMBLY – All Students. CLASSES BEGIN immediately after.
Aug 1 (Sat) - Sep 7 (Mon) TERM BREAK - Classes not in session. Teachers are not available. Administration office will open.
Aug 3 (Mon) Final day for Boarding Check-Out.
Aug 4 (Tue) Boarding is CLOSED for break - No student present.
When can my child move from boarding to homestay?
What is the importance of volunteering?
How are weekdays planned in boarding?
Is my child safe when outside the school?
Why is my child in AEP?
Why do we have study hall?
What must students do to improve English?
What is an AEP rubric?
How long will my child spend in AEP?
How do we prepare students for graduation?
How do AEP teachers improve students English?
Who is the custodian of my student?
How is my child graded?
What are the benefits of clubs?

industry_corpus2: Subject Education


text:
Latest Guesthouser Coupon Code, Offers & Promo Code for online shopping. Guesthouser gives you everything at very affordable price, go with active Coupon Codes and save more.
Book beautiful villas online from Guesthouser online and get flat Rs. 3000 Off on villas in your favorite cities.
Your minimum booking amount should be Rs. 12000.
Your minimum stay should be for 2 days or more than that.
Apply Guesthouser Coupon Code and get the instant discount.
Book hotel online and get the discount of flat Rs. 1000 on a minimum booking amount of Rs. 4000. Offer valid for all users. Apply Guest Houser Coupon Coe and get the instant discount. Offer valid for limited period. hurry!
Book holiday homes online at Guesthouser and get done with your booking at Rs. 1 only. While booking online you need to pay only Rs. 1. Rest amount you need to pay later. Offer applicable for limited period. Book online and save more. Hurry!
Are you looking for the Holiday Homes/Accommodations in Shimla? if yes, then visit at Guesthouser and see check lots of choices are available at less prices. Book online with Guesthouser Offers and get the discount Up to 20% Off on online ordering. VIsit on website for more details.
If you are planning to go for the outdoor stay and want the best stay place. Geusthouser is the ideal place to book for accommodation. Download the app now and get the discount exclusively for app users. Go with the Guesthouser App Offers and get the discount on online bookings. There is no need of Guesthouser Coupon Code.
Book hotels in Manali with Guesthouser.com and get the discount up to 50% Off online booking. This offer is applicable for a limited period. Book now and save more on online bookings. Go with Guesthouser Offers and save more.
Book the hotel at Guesthouser and get flat 20% Cashback on your first booking.
Book hotels online at in Goa via Guesthouser and get up to 60% Off on best hotels in Goa. Visit on offer page to see the more details. Book now and get huge discount. Hurry!
Book hotel online in major cities like Mumbai, Shimla, Lonavala, Manali, Ooty and many more which are listed on Guesthouser.com.
In long holiday time, a working person generally looks for the destination which gives the feeling of peace in mind and also the feel of home-ness. Guesthouser understood the need of all those who are looking for places like villas, penthouse, cozy tree house, pool villa, houseboat, hilltop homestay and created a network which has connected 135,000+ home in 2,200+ cities in the whole World. Isn't it really cool? there are lots of choices are available according to users taste.
Customer satisfaction is the key point at Guesthouser, what user needs what additional they can give to users at less budget is always been in the priority at Guesthouser. The Idea generator Dhruv Sharma and his childhood friend Braden Hanlon has started this start - up in the year 2014, a unique untrapped idea in the travel industry. Booking online is as much as easy like clicking the mouse. With few easy navigations and clicks. You will just be done with your booking at your loving place/villa/home.
Guesthouser provides the best services to its users, then what are you waiting for? Just go at Guesthouser and book online with Guesthouser Coupon & Promo Codes.
What Kind of Homes Guesthouser Provides to Stay?
Villas: Guesthouser has over 3800 villas under their roof. Villas have the perfect luxurious interior, private pool and spacious. Its perfect for an outdoor stay with your family and friends.
Heritage Homes: Heritage Homes: Heritage home gives the feel of tradition and culture, its kind of old world charm. Get the experience of cultural homes. Guesthouser has over 1300 Heritage Homes to choose from for their users.
Tree House: To feel the real nature touch and to feel your childhood Stay in Treehouse will give you the new experience of outdoor stay. Over 300 tree homes are available at Gousehouser.
Cottage: Just imagine that fireplace, wooden warm interiors, no usual connectivity snuggle away from the world. Isn't it really cool? You can go with a bunch of friends or on a romantic escapade. 5000+ cottage options are available all over India in Guesthouser network.
Houseboat: Guesthouser has 1600+ option for the houseboat. Imagine a romantic getaway weekend with your loved one. Its amorous experience for you, just book online and save money.
Apartment: If you are going for a business trip and looking for a reasonable city-centric accommodation place then Guesthouser has over 4800 options for you to book from in all business-oriented cities.
Guesthouser has many options to choose from. They have created a network of all type of staying destinations. Booking online will always be beneficial for you. Take a look on some below step to redeem the coupon discount on online bookings with Guesthouser Coupons. To become a loyal user of Guesthouser, the suggestion is to sign up with Guesthouser, that will also be beneficial for you to get all the latest running deals, offers, and coupon codes in your inbox. Now take a look on below steps to redeem the coupon discount.
Go on the offer page of Guesthouser, here you will see all the latest coupons and offers listed one by one.
Choose the Coupon Code that fit in your booking criteria and activates it by clicking on "Show Coupon Code" button.
A pop-up window will be open, Copy the code from the pop - up window and go to the merchant site.
Choose Apartment/Villa or anything else from Guesthouser.com and book it by clicking on Book, after choosing dates, number of guest and rooms.
Now you can complete your bookings at discounted price.
Guesthouser is the leading online platform to discover, book and list unique vacation rentals. Guesthouser have their big network of 135,000+ homes across 2,200+ cities all over the world. To feel something special environment does matter. Guesthouser gives you many choices to make your time mesmerizing. Book for the lavish penthouse in Mumbai with a view of the sea link, or a cozy tree house in South India, or a pool villa at a Goan beach, a houseboat in Allapuzah, or a hilltop homestay on the rice terraces in Ubud or anything else Guesthouser has something unique to fulfill the users requirements. Book online with Guesthouser Coupon Code & Offers and save on online booking.


text:
Puree the first four ingredients plus one clove of the garlic in a blender or food processor (using the steel blade). Scrape the mixture into a large heavy pot and add the beef.
Melt the lard, butter, or bacon drippings in a heavy skillet over medium heat.
Add the scallions, bell peppers, serrano chiles, sausage and the remaining garlic, and cook until the onions are translucent and the sausage is browned.
Place the cumin seeds in a 300 degree F oven for a few minutes until lightly browned.
Remove seeds from the oven and crush them with a mallet.
Stir the vegetables into the beef and tomato mixture. Add the salt ground chile, cumin, and enough water or beer to cover. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then lower the heat and simmer, uncovered for 4 to 6 hours.

industry_corpus2: Hospitality & Catering


text:
Cough, General debility, Anemia, Nausea, Tuberculosis, paralysis, Asthma, Sexual debility.
1. Rasayan - The best rejuvenating preparation for longevity,strength and vigour. Promotes immune system. Nurishing food suppliment for all kinds of weakness and useful for all agegroups. It help to prevent recurrent respiratory problems.
2.Increases defence mechanism against infections. Protects from cough and colds. Contains all natural ingredients. Completely safe from side effects. The best tonic for all age group from childhood to old age.
3. Cough, General debility, Anemia, Nausea, Tuberculosis, paralysis, Asthma, Sexual debility.
Bel (Aegle marmelos) - 8mg.
Airan (Cieodendron phlomidst) - 8mg.
Tetu (Oroxylum indicum) - 8mg.
Shivan (Gmelina arborea) - 8mg.
Padal (Stereospermum suaveolens) - 8mg.
Mudgaparni (Phaselous trilobas) - 8mg.
Mashaparni (Teramnus labialis) - 8mg.
Pimpali (Piper longum) - 8mg.
Salvari (Desmodium geneticum) - 8mg.
Pithavan (Uraria picta) - 8mg.
Gokharu (Trilbulus terristris) - 8mg.
Kantakari (Solanum xanthocarpum) - 8mg.
Dorli (Solanum indicum) - 8mg.
Kakadshingi (Pistacia interrima) - 8mg.
Bhui awali (Phyllanthus niruri) - 8mg.
Manuka (Vitis vinifera) - 8mg.
Jeevanti (Leptidenia reticulata) - 8mg.
Erand (Ricinus cummunis) - 8mg.
Gulvel (Tinospora cordifolia) - 8mg.
Hirda (Terminalia chebula) - 8mg.
Kachora (Curcuma zedoria) - 8mg.
Nagarmotha (Cyperus rotundus) - 8mg.
Punarnava (Boerhaavia diffusa) - 8mg.
Velchi (Elettaria cardamomum) - 8mg.
Kamal (Nelumbium speciosum) - 8mg.
Wala (Veteveria zizanoids) - 8mg.
Adulsa (Adhatoda vasica) - 8mg.
Kakanasika (Martynia annua) - 8mg.
Vidarkanda (Ipomoea digitata) - 8mg.
Shatavari (Asparagus racemosa) - 32mg.
Awale (Emblica officinalis) -1.656 gm.
Dalachini (cinnamomum zeylanicum) - 2.6mg.
2 tabs 2 times with water or milk.


text:
It’s time for s #6degrees hosted by Kate at booksaremybestandfavourite.
“The Outsiders,” by SE Hinton is one of those books people read in English class. Is that right? Not me. I read it long, long ago because I wanted to, not because I had to.
The first book I remember being ‘set’ for English was Alan Marshall’s autobiography “I Can Jump Puddles.” At least it was Australian but as a 12-year-old girl, I don’t think I related to it much. Particularly, not the notion of a polio epidemic or any epidemic.
All that would change as the decade rolled an end with the HIV/AIDS epidemic. My kids don’t get how it was on our minds any more than I understand how polio invaded a previous generation. But then there are devastating memoirs like “Holding the Man,” by Timothy Conigave for current generations to wonder over.
That a disease might wipe out civilization is a frightening prospect and my favourite book on this theme is “Oryx and Crake” by Margaret Atwood. I do love a bit of spine-tingling dystopia. Why does it appeal to me so? Maybe it is growing up in the Cold War and reading “Brave New World,” by Aldous Huxley.
What sort of name is Aldous? According to Auntie Google, in 2016, five US babies per million were given the name Aldous. Twelve girls were named Katniss in 2012. Is that really true? Can I believe everything I read online? I can imagine true fans of Suzanne Collins the “Hunger Games” naming their daughters Katniss. Brave and revolutionary Katniss Everdeen is fictional namesake one could be proud to be named after.
Of course, Sodapop and Ponyboy are the real names, not nicknames for the Curtis brothers in The Outsiders. Understandably they did not take off in the real world. As a child, Elizabeth was my favourite name for no other reason than Elizabeth Allen the main character in my favourite book, Enid Blyton’s “Naughtiest Girl in School.” A character I did try to emulate about the time I was reading I Can Jump Puddles.
You’ve made some great connections here! I hope you have a great weekend!
I wrote a long comment but it keeps being rejected due to possible spam! So I’ll just say “Great post!” and leave it at that!
Sorry, that’s annoying. I have a new spam filter and it is clearly too good.


text:
It’s nearly a decade since Google released its ‘Big Table’ paper. One of the many cool aspects of that paper was the file organisation it uses. The approach is more generally known as the Log Structured Merge Tree, after this 1996 paper (although not specifically referenced as such by Google).
In a nutshell LSM trees are designed to provide better write throughput than traditional B+ tree or ISAM approaches. They do this by removing the need to perform random update-in-place operations.
The figures in this ACM report here/here make the point well. They show that, somewhat counter intuitively, sequential disk access is faster than randomly accessing main memory. More relevantly they also show sequential access to disk, be it magnetic or SSD, to be at least three orders of magnitude faster and random IO. This means random operations are to be avoided. Sequential access is well worth designing for.
On the other hand there are scalability limits, particularly if you have lots of small values. If you’re values were just say simple numbers then the index would be larger than the data file itself. Despite this the pattern is a sensible compromise which is used in many products from Riak through to Oracle Coherence.
*A number of tree structures exist which do not require update-in-place. Most popular is the append-only Btree, also know as the copy-on-write tree. These work by overwriting the tree structure, sequentially, at the end of the file each time a writes occurs. Relevant parts of the old tree structure, including the top level node, are orphaned. Through this method update-in-place is avoided as the tree sequentially redefines itself over time. This method does however come at the cost. Rewriting the structure on every write is verbose. It creates a significant amount of write amplification which is a downside unto itself.
Lets look at this in a little more detail. When updates arrive they are added to an in-memory buffer, which is usually held as a tree (Red-Black etc) to preserve key-ordering. This ‘memtable’ is replicated on disk as a write-ahead-log in most implementations, simply for recovery purposes. When the memtable fills the sorted data is flushed to a new file on disk. This process repeats as more and more writes come in. Importantly the system is only doing sequential IO as files are not edited. New entries or edits simple create successive files (see fig above).
So reads in LSM trees are slower than their in-place brethren. Fortunately there are a couple of tricks which can make the pattern performant. The most common approach is to hold a page-index in memory. This provides a lookup which gets you ‘close’ to your target key. You scan from there as the data is sorted. LevelDB, RocksDB and BigTable do this with a block-index held at the end of each file. This often works better than straight binary search as it allows the user of variable length fields and is better suited to compressed data.
LSM is not without it critics though. It’s biggest problem, like GC, is the collection phases and the affect they have on precious IO. There is an interesting discussion of some of these on this hacker news thread.
Regular filesystems used today tend to be ‘Journaling’, for example ext3, ext4, HFS etc are tree-based approaches. A fixed height tree of inodes represent the directory structure and a journal is used to protect against failure conditions. In these implementations the journal is logical, meaning it only indoor metadata will be journaled. This is for performance reasons.
In log structured file systems data is written only once, directly to a journal repressed as a chronologically advancing buffer. The buffer is garbage collected periodically to remove redundant writes. Like LSM’s the log structured file system will write faster, but read slower than it’s dual-writing, tree based counterpart. Again this is acceptable where there is lots of RAM available to feed the file cache or the media doesn’t deal well with update in place, as is the case with flash.
Add the numbers ( 11 + 10 ) and SUBTRACT two ?


text:
Acrobatics for Dancers offers the oppurtunity to develop the acrobatic skills now required to be competitive in your chosen dance genre. This program is designed to help assist your child in learning these skills in a safe and professional environment. All of our coaches are fully accredited and our Gymnastics Facility has the necessary equipment, floor space and trampolines needed to help your child learn the tumbling skills/drills they need to be able to do.
Classes are offered to dancers with a preferred minimum of 2 years dance experience, and entry in to this program is by Audition Only. Auditions are held on the first Sunday of the program at 12:00pm. If successful, you are then welcome to join the program from that day. Based on the results from the audition, it may be necessary to direct those lacking skills to join our Beginners Recreation Program while they gain the skills needed for this program. There are 3 different levels you could be placed in based on your audition. We offer classes for Beginners, Intermediate and Advanced.
To book an audition, please call 9846 1270.


text: Crafted in lustrous white gold, this gorgeous ring features a round-cut created white sapphire at the center with round-cut created blue sapphire gemstones and two round-cut, pave-set diamonds along the sides. This ring also features 37 round-cut, prong-set diamonds shimmering along the band. This ring is enhanced with a high polished finish.


text:
FTTN stands for ‘fibre to the node’ – what this means is that if your Internet is running through fibre, which dramatically increases the speed, up until a central point, known as a ‘node’. From the point of that node until your house (called the last mile), the data travels through Telstra’s out-dated copper network. The further away you are located from the central node, and the more houses and businesses that are sharing that node, the slower your Internet connection will be.
While Fibre has the ability to transfer huge quantities of data at a time, copper does not. So the more people that are connected to the copper system the slower the Internet will be. While the houses that have been connected to the FTTN system are probably experiencing faster Internet speeds then they did when they were on ADSL1 or ADSL2, they are probably still having issues with speed during peak hours and when they are uploading files.
The ability to both upload and download files quickly is becoming more and more important as households and businesses have more and more devices that want to talk to each other. For example, if you want to do a backup of all of your data on cloud-based system, it could take hours if you do not have a decent upload speed.
Flash Fibre’s Internet connections also use the FTTN system, however instead of using the copper network for the last mile, we use a radio link that is capable of transferring 100mbps. The radio link works by adding a small device on your roof, usually on your TV aerial, which is then connected to a router. Because the transmitter runs on radio frequencies, you will experience perfect connectivity rain, hail or shine.
If you are interested in joining the Flash Fibres Sunshine Coast Internet network, contact us today on 07 3067 7101 or fill in our Enquiry Form .


text:
Geschwindner has often referred to what he calls Nowitzki’s “toolbox” and the idea of adding one new specialty every offseason.
Said Nowitzki: “Even now, I’m 36, but I don’t see myself as a complete basketball player. It’s always about getting better and adding stuff in the summer. That’s something I wanted to look at and see how it goes, so I’ll try it.
Holsopple also spent considerable time working in tandem with Nowitzki’s mentor, Holger Geschwindner, to fine-tune Dirk’s preparations for training camp, with starts Sept. 30.
But what about Geschwindner? He does he feel about having some else help train a superstar who Geschwindner began mentoring 20 years ago, when Dirk was 16? After all, Holsopple is a disciple of high-tech sports science while Geschwindner, 69, is well-known for tutoring Nowitzki with many old-school — and some unorthodox — methods.
“It’s really kind of a creative process with Holger because he’s a very unique guy,” Holsopple said. “Holger and I work together in terms of the things he (Geschwindner) thinks needs to be done, as well as what we (the Mavericks) think needs to be done.
Anyone who has witnessed a few minutes of Geschwindner working with Nowitzki — having him do leap-frogs, shooting lefthanded free-throws, etc. — might be surprised to learn how eagerly Geschwindner actually embraces new training ideas.
“There isn’t a conversation you have with Holger without him pulling out a notebook and writing all these geometric physics,” Holsopple said. “Really, it’s physics with him. He is very, very into it.
See, I don’t cringe, because I remember him in OKC. In fairness to James, yes, (his defense) has been terrible, but what are the principles in Houston? I’m very disappointed in their team concept. That’s what I don’t see. So, if there are no rules and regulations, how do you hold anyone accountable? Speaking to James about this, he’ll say it – “I know I have to do a better job.” But without any direction, without a coach saying, hey, we’re going to send this player baseline because that will be our best bet, it’s really tough. Defense is something you have to practice very day, especially rotations. We went over our rotations every day in all my eight years in San Antonio. You would think me, Tim, Tony and Manu all knew what we were supposed to do. But others don’t. They have to become as familiar as we were. That’s why I go back to principles. Go back to OKC and they’re playing the Lakers, he guarded Kobe pretty well. That’s why I say, what’s going on (in Houston) is about something else.
Looking back, how did you deal with peers like Ray Allen labeling you a dirty player?
I don’t think it was very fair. You work so hard to get to a certain point in a sport you love, it’s almost like they’re discrediting that, all the time it took for you to get there. It would be the equivalent of getting into a good school and somebody crediting it to having a family member on the school board. That’s what it felt like. To me, it was the utter disrespect of someone working hard at something and getting better and finally arriving at a place they wanted to be. But then, I realized that’s how they felt. I can’t tell somebody else that they don’t feel a certain way. Everyone has an opinion, even if it’s something I don’t agree with. I accept that.
Being on this side of the ball, I don’t call anyone dirty because I know how that felt. If I see something I think is intentional, I’ll say that. There have been certain situations, like World Peace elbowing James Harden, I thought that was intentional. But (Dwyane Wade), one time he kicked a guy, and I can’t say that’s intentional. I’ve been in situations like that. You don’t go out and say, “I’m going to kick you, or step under a guy so he’ll land on my feet.” Those are a lot of things I got involved in. There are certain things I’ve admitted to. I was wrong when I kicked Ray, and I admitted that. But there are a lot of things that were just basketball plays and it was just unfortunate someone got hurt or a foul call was made. I never went out on the floor with the intention of hurting someone or take a guy out. That wasn’t in my nature. But I know there are a lot of people who felt that way. I just look at it this way – I know and God knows, and that’s all I can go for.
There was one game where I didn’t play well. Pop could tell. I had had a phone call from (then-NBA executive) Stu Jackson, around the time Isiah Thomas was coaching and he said if he was still playing he’d go after me. So we happened to be playing Charlotte and Adam Morrison, I was giving him like a three-foot cushion. It wasn’t me. When Pop found out that Stu Jackson called me, he hit the roof. He said, “Just play.” So from that point on, I did.
Celtics CEO, governor, and co-owner Wyc Grousbeck was a guest on WBZ-TV’s “Sports Final Overtime” Sunday evening to discuss some of his charitable endeavors and, naturally, preview the upcoming basketball season.
With his team working diligently to get back to their recent days of championship contention after an offseason that lacked those promised fireworks, Grousbeck had some interesting things to say when discussing C’s captain and impending free agent Rajon Rondo.
This, of course, isn’t the first time we’ve heard the high-maintenance, smarter-than-you Rondo can be difficult to manage on the sidelines or in practices.
Grousbeck was asked by anchor Dan Roche about the captain’s future, and the owner said he’d “absolutely” like Rondo to remain for the long-term.
Rondo’s leadership skills are constantly a discussion of contention, but there’s no disputing his talent. When healthy – as he hopes to be in his first full-season since ACL surgery – the on-court visionary has the potential to be a walking triple-double and a player who can alter the complexion of a playoff series in his team’s favor. In a league filled with shoot-first point guards, Rondo is one of few who regularly looks to distribute. Paired with the right offensive talent, his team could be deadly.
Even so, it’s rare to hear such comments from the ownership level, particularly when Ainge, current coach Brad Stevens, and Rivers have made efforts in the past to change the narrative.
Ultimately, this story line is nothing new for Celtics fans. They simply want to know whether Rondo will be on the team, who will trade places with him if he isn’t, and how good he can be if he is.
“The real basketball pros, you know, the guys that really run the basketball side out there, think he looks fantastic,” Grousbeck said of his now-healthy face of the franchise.
I think the main reason they promoted him to team captain was the hopes he would grow up a little and be a great leader that he was meant to be. He’s played all his ball in Boston with slow aging all star talent around him to be successful. I’m anxiously awaiting to see if the fast young core nucleus that remains around him can put the ball in the hole and elevate his stat line. On the defensive end, he knows the routines and should be able to direct traffic for switches in the back court. It’s up to the young players to be a much better defensive team since they are undersized at most positions.
These non-Celtics fans and non-Celtics GM’s had Rondo traded two years ago. But Rondo will stay a Celtic like he always has. Every other team in the league wants him, that speaks volumes. When healthy,Rondo is the best point guard in the NBA.
Bowen: rebounding under the basket and pushing the player in the back who has better position, is often times an unconscious movement, but extending one’s feet beneath a jump shooter is a conscious effort and a dirty play intending to injure.
Great move by the owner…either gear the fans for Rondo leaving, or dissuade other teams from picking him up so they keep him. Win-win move from the owner. No need to read into it too much.
Send him to the Lakers for Jeremy Lin in exchange. Rondo’s attitude; Kobe’s, can coexist and work well!
” In a league filled with shoot-first point guards…” They are not point guards. They are 2 guards with the ball in their hands and the teams who have them rarely win championships unless they run a triangle type of offense or a scheme based on ball movement like the Spurs.
Agreed. He should come & be the Bulls’ sixth man whenever his contract expires. Lil’ bro would be the perfect fit. Think about it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Rondo is top tier, he made a big 4 when most thought it was only the big 3. I remember when he would get a triple dbl almost every other game – sick!
Trade Rondo for Westbrook. That would help both teams. Rondo is not a scorer and would help make everyone around him better including Durant. Westbrook will get a chance to carry his own team and give Boston the offensive option that they need.
Wow! I also agree with u. That would & could work as well… The Bulls or the Thunder. He would make either team instant title contenders.
Defensive is how u win championships, James Harden just needs to show more effort on defensive or the Houston Rockets need to realize they need to play a little hard nose old fashioned DEFENSE:-[ No question they could score.
rondo attitude is cancerous to his team.
Rajon Rondo is a leader and has proven it. He has heart and plays 100% when healthy. He knows how to win and knows you need a solid team to get a championship. If Boston doesnt have a succesfull season look for Rondo to want else where or look to GM Danny Ainge to makes some moves. Rondo to NY?
your right on some things. i don’t think he’s a leader. or better yet i don’t think he can lead that team.from the time ray left and then garnett and pierce, they should have tried to build a better team around him. they haven’t. and i think rondo would be a good fit in ny. with him distributing the ball and his great defense they could do great things. him and shumpert in the backcourt they would be a top tier defensive backcourt. and with him running the point he could probably find jr smith much better shots rather than smith taking a bunch of questionable 3s.
LBJ, you are the best. i will wash your jockstraps any day.
James harden has defensive lapses because he’s plays with elite shot blockers Ibaka and Howard like Bill Russell change the game with their shot blocking presence. OKC looked horrible against Spurs once Ibaka got injured, The houston Rockets lost to the Portland Trail Blazers because the Trail Blazers namely Lamarcus was making shots and as a whole the Trail Blazers kept exploiting Hardens defensive lapses.
Yes Mchale is partially to blame but Hardens scoring is a necessity on that team. Parsons and Lin last year clearly couldn’t handle the offensive load and plus Harden had Beverley there as a defensive stopper as well. It’s no excuse on Hardens part but it’s not McHale’s fault because that team was built to basically protect Harden on the defensive end however defense wins championships and I hope Harden wakes up this coming season and starts playing some because there’s a target on his back now.
Rajon Rondo is our main guy!!! Pls be gentle with your words Wyc……..PJax has his eyes on him!
Ray is right! Bowen was a dirty player!
Ray, Ray, Ray… Sigh… You won’t win any championships whining about dirty players. You need to join the one true king of basketball, King Lebron.
Oh wait… He actually did!
Kind of an odd way to speak about a guy you “want on your team”. If that was meant to challenge Rondo, maybe make him improve himself personality-wise, I think there are better ways to go about doing it. This sounds more like an insult than a challenge.
Funny, but I hope not.
He may not be a coach these days, but if anybody can manage that personality of Rahyon, it’s [mister chen], Phil Jackson or T.T.
Mr. “Action” Jackson made a career out of coaching “difficult minds”[during his dynasty days]… From Rodman to Artest, Bryant & O’Neil, to B.J. [Armstrong] & Michael [Jordan]… I think Rontao would be a piece of cheesecake, compared to some of these cats!!
But if I was in his shoes, I’d head to the Chi!!
It wouldn’t matter if he was starting or coming off the bench, R.R. would be the perfect balance on THIS Bulls team!


text:
In the settings I can make the map show up in the backend only on a specific post type. But I only want it on one specific page or page template. As I only need it for the contact page.
On all other pages it’s just confusing to the editors to have it there. So is there a way to limit the appearing of the map to just one page or one page template?
With a filter or something like that?
This is currently not possible, i also don’t think the Pronamic Google Maps plugin is the best choice if you only need it for one post/page. Maybe you can just embed a Google Maps iframe if you only need it for your contact page.
The topic ‘Make the Map interface show only on one page template’ is closed to new replies.


text:
Picking up where we left off on our last blog post, we departed the hot and humid jungle town of Sanggau on the island of Borneo in Indonesia and 36 travel hours later [via car, plane, and train], we arrived in the chilly city of Busan, South Korea. All our projects for this overseas mission were in Southeast Asia where summer is in full force year round with the exception of this project in South Korea. Busan city is about the same latitude as North Carolina and since it was now November, we got to experience the beautiful colors of autumn but had to pack a whole different wardrobe for this one project. Our down jackets and close-toed shoes were definitely necessary, since temperatures were between 30 and 50 degrees! On the three-hour train ride from Seoul to Busan we traversed the entire length of the country from the northern border to the southern tip, and got to see the changing landscapes from bustling city to beautiful mountainous farmland. South Korea appeared to be a very well off country, far more advanced and Westernized than all the other countries we’d visited on our tour of Asia so far, and that’s precisely the reason why we were there!
The organization we were working with, World Villages for Children, wanted us to document “mission accomplished”. South Korea was actually the birthplace of their organization, which started when one missionary priest traveled to Busan after the end of the civil war and saw the extreme poverty among refugees, especially children. He began taking steps to start an orphanage, and organized the Sisters of Mary to care for the children. The small home quickly grew into an all-inclusive boarding school providing impoverished orphans with one of the best educations in the country, beginning with newborns all the way up to high school graduates who live in modern 6-person family units as they do on-the-job training. For graduates, they offer many reunion events so the orphans who grew up together, can reunite with their Mother Sisters and their thousands of brothers and sisters. One of the annual events is an orchestral performance by the graduates themselves, and just so happened to be happening while we were there! We attended and never would have thought these musicians were just hobbyists and not professional musicians. The growth and success of the school paralleled that of the entire country, and now South Korea has become a modern, first world country. Recently, the government has assumed responsibility for orphan care and education, eliminating the need for World Villages to continue working there, and allowing them to look to other areas of the world where they can help the poorest of the poor.
One country where World Villages is still very much needed is the Philippines, which was the next and final stop on our Asian tour. We arrived in Manila late at night and were immediately introduced to the infamous traffic of the city. Our driver told us it would take an hour to get to our destination…after we got out of the parking lot, which took almost an hour in itself! Let’s just say we spent a lot of time in the car for our projects in Manila, especially because our first mission was to document the recruitment process for the World Villages boarding schools. We tagged along with the sisters as they sought out the poorest of the poor children to bring to their schools. We travelled to the poorest communities around metro Manila, and saw some of the most extreme urban poverty we have ever witnessed. We balanced on a maze of bamboo bridges connecting shacks on bamboo stilts over the garbage-covered water of Manila Bay to get a glimpse of the homes of prospective students. We were chased away from a garbage dump for taking footage where people live and scavenge to survive. We squeezed through a series of dark and dingy one-foot-wide alleys to get to the one-room home of a current student.
In the midst of all this poverty, we saw much hope. We saw hope in the children’s eyes as they saw the sisters walking through their community, and even more as they sat down to take the entrance exam for the boarding school. We saw hope as we visited the Girlstown and Boystown schools and saw a portion of the 11,000 boys and girls laughing, playing, and receiving a high-quality education that will set them up for succeeding in life and lifting their entire family out of poverty.
Our second project in Manila was similar in that the organization strives to help the poorest of the poor, but our filming for them focused on their ministry to help street dwellers. We first heard about the Center for Community Transformation (CCT) from a friend who used to have a job assessing the impact of NGOs all over the world. He told us CCT was one of the best, and we’ve been talking to them about a project ever since. We were so happy it finally came together, and their Kaibigan Ministry for street dwellers blew us away. Kaibigan means “friend” in Tagalog, and it represents the strategy behind this ministry, which is to befriend street dwellers and guide them on a path towards success. As we documented the process, we met people from all steps on the “Journey of Change” – from those currently living on the streets, to those living in the CCT halfway house, all the way to those who have been relocated to “The Promised Land,” a huge piece of property far outside Manila that is a refuge for former street dwellers and their families. One of the central features of the Kaibigan Ministry is savings and loans. From the beginning of the journey, Kaibigans are taught the importance of saving, and they form groups to provide each other with microloans to start businesses that will help lift themselves out of poverty. One unfortunate story we kept hearing was about the extreme “street cleaning” policies of President Duterte, and how many Kaibigans had been rounded up by police and “disappeared,” leaving behind their entire savings. It was then that we truly realized the urgency and importance of this ministry, not only to break the cycle of poverty and to save people’s souls, but to literally save lives.
We left the Philippines and arrived in North Carolina hours before Thanksgiving day, just in time to celebrate with Cassie’s family. We were on the road again the very next day, headed to upstate New York to attend a funeral for Jordan’s grandfather. While it was a sad time, it was also a time of closure and hope in eternal life for all those who believe in Jesus Christ. Since then, we have enjoyed celebrating Christmas (twice) with both of our families in North Carolina and are still busily working to edit a few more videos from our two months on assignment in Asia before our next international projects begin later this month.
Now that 2017 is over and 2018 has begun, it’s amazing to look back on all that we’ve accomplished through our service to God and organizations around the world.
As you can see from our annual year in numbers, 2017 was a big year for us, but I guess every year since we’ve been husband and wife has been a big year for us. In 2013, we got married (by a surprise wedding, of course, because there’s no other way to get married) and we moved to D.C. for jobs. In 2014, we took our delayed honeymoon to Hawaii, finished our second year at our jobs and received the Lord’s call for doing a missional year. In 2015, we took a leap of faith and quit our D.C. jobs to embark on what we thought would be a one-year mission to serve ministries and nonprofits with our cameras. In 2016, we joined forces with another nonprofit to continue our ministry in Central and South America. In 2017, we created a sustainable model for our work and ventured out on our own again to continue to serve nonprofits with professional photography and video productions. Each year has looked a little bit different, but one thing is always constant: our love for what we do.
We can’t even begin to describe how blessed we feel to be doing what we love with the one we love for a calling so much greater than ourselves. These three years have been a wild journey, taking us to far away places, expanding our circle of friends with incredible people all over the world doing even more incredible things, but always bringing us back “home” to our families for special stints of time together. The joy of serving others and honoring the Lord with our gifts outweighs the struggles of living out of our suitcases and not having a space of our own to work and rest.
Our perspective on life has expanded so much from what we’ve experienced overseas. Here are some of the lessons we’ve learned and would like to share with you.
A rich life does not come from possessions or a salary but from having an eternal perspective, playing a role in a cause greater than yourself and by doing things that you love and challenge you.
Possessions (and the excess of possessions) weigh you down and hold you back from doing the things you love.
If we don’t diminish our consumption of plastic and creating waste, we will soon run out of space to hide our trash. Reduce, reuse, recycle, and most of all, avoid plastic.
There are plenty of places with way worse traffic than you’ve ever experienced.
The United States is a wonderful country, but it definitely doesn’t do everything the best.
And finally, here’s a video to share with you from our time serving with World Outreach International’s boarding home for impoverished children in Borneo, Indonesia.


text:
A maiden vintage from a high river valley, and probably a South African first!
Introducing Woolworths Organic Pinotage Rosé Spumante, an organic brut that not only begs to be part of every party this season, but offers bubbly lovers additional feel-good factors: This wine was produced from organic grapes in a pristine, internationally certified vineyard on Hout Baai farm in the McGregor valley, where the environment comes first. Sustainable agriculture is practised among the fynbos where mammals and reptiles, birds and insects live in protected peace.
Woolworths’ astute wine consumers are the first to enjoy the delights of this new sparkling rosé. Hout Baai farm planted pinotage some three years ago, and this maiden harvest was vinified in a certified organic cellar at Rooiberg winery outside Robertson, where strict regulations ensure that additives, including minimal permitted Sulphur, are controlled.
As South Africa’s only indigenous wine cultivar, pinotage is proving to be adept in diversity as winemakers experiment with the berries. More and more cellars are recognising that young pinotage grapes of good quality make very agreeable rosé and charming sparklers. Early picking ensures optimal freshness and a lower alcohol count, both desirable current trends. With alcohol levels of just 12% this sparkler is both a tantalising aperitif and an excellent companion to fresh and smoked salmon, sushi, and a range of summer salads.
Find this organic sparkling pinotage at those Woolies stores that stock wine, at a price of R53,95.
Perhaps it’s only when you have taken part in an organic certification audit that you begin to realise the lengths wine farmers and producers need to go to to obtain that international certification. MYRNA ROBINS reflects on a complex and cloudy subject.
If you wish to label your wines as organic, you need to have your farm and cellar certified by one of the international certification organizations. One of these is SGS, an enormous global group which certifies many manufactured as well as natural products. Because of the limited number of serious organic farmers in South Africa, SGS recently appointed a German company specialising in certifying organic agriculture to conduct the final audit and issue the certificates.
Hout Baai farm is a beautiful boutique wine farm just outside McGregor, in a high valley that looks onto the Sonderend mountains which surround it. From the owner’s terrace sweeping views over vines take the eye toward Die Galg – the saddle at the end of the “road to nowhere” - which is really a high meeting place for hikers and travellers who revel in the protea-rich fynbos which cloaks the terrain.
The picture-perfect farm has been certified as fully organic since 2005. This year Hout Baai was chosen by the certification team as an example of just how an organic farm should look and operate with a place for everything and everything in its place. The audit was particularly important as not only was the resident SGS auditor conducting the checking, but the LACON international auditor was present, overseeing the process, and both were under the eagle eye of DAkkS, the German accreditation body for that country’s Federal Republic.
The inspection date for this three-tier audit was set for mid-July, but the three arrived in Mcregor a day ahead of schedule. They settled into the office where the local representative of the certification body started her work with a long list of questions, which needed not only oral answers but proof by way of reams of paperwork. Pat Werdmuller possesses more files than I have ever seen on a farm, where delivery notes, invoices, statements, receipts and printouts provide years of proof of transactions with approved service and material providers. These were hauled out on demand, as they worked their way through how water is tested, how pipes are cleaned, what fertilizers are used. Records of purchase of guano, seaweed and donkey manure were checked then questions turned to frequency of their application and in what concentrate?
Moving to harvest time, when grape picking machines were hired, questions were asked about the possibility of their bringing in unwanted residue of non-organic matter. They are delivered the day before, replied farm manager Del Jones, “so our guys can scrub and wash them down, ready for harvesting which started at 3.30am.
If there is any doubt about dates, the diary is consulted – this set of annual volumes, dating back to when the farm started operations – is filled with daily entries of chores completed, indoors and out, accompanied by photographs as way of proof.
The second half of the audit took the form of a tour of the farm, as the visitors were shown firebreaks, and buffer trees along boundaries (to limit the chance of non-organic sprays drifting over from neighbouring farms). The approved korog, a wheat-like grass planted between the vine rows to provide a nutrient-rich mulch was starting to show green and pruning of the sauvignon blanc vines was under way , each row numbered (and named after an animal or bird that frequents the farm). Del showed the inspectors the sizeable hole dug by a friendly anteater which had these Germans looking a little bewildered. She also pointed out the camera traps which record the visits of caracals, jackals, hares and antelope, as this farm is as much of a nature reserve as it is a wine grape farm.
The compost plant and the worm farm were duly inspected, and then the stores and workshop revealed just how diligently tools are looked after and kept in their place. The farm labourers’ wendy house – cosily furnished with places for both wet and dry weather uniforms and footwear and sporting refreshment facilities – was duly admired and also noted were the required warning signs and notices detailing safety and health information both inside and outside buildings and machinery.
It came as no surprise to any of us that Hout baai farm passed inspection with flying colours and was thanked by SGS for their faultless presentation and co-operation.
Since that day I have been thinking about the number of organic wine and grape producers listed in the latest edition of the SA wine industry directory, which I received recently. In this useful compendium, published annually by WineLand media, a total of 38 organic growers and cellars are listed. According to one Western Cape producer, who shall be nameless at this stage, only three of these are certified organic. While I have not trawled through those 38 to see if they have included details of international certification in their Platter entries (if, indeed, they are all listed in Platter), it does bring up the vexed question of some producers labelling their wines as “organic” without having been certified.
"We’re all organic these days!" was a cheerful comment from one (non-organic) farmer and winemaker. Many would beg to differ.
Those who are spending inordinate amounts of time and money to transform their farms and cellars to comply with the exacting demands of global organic auditors do so, of course, of their own free will. But it’s unsurprising they also grit their teeth in frustration at the lack of monitoring and control over those who are benefitting from the green and environmentally-conscious consumer through fraudulent labelling.
Even if farms grow grapes and produce wine organically, only those certified by an internationally accredited body – accompanied by a seal of this organisation – are entitled to label their wines as organic. However, some producers who follow organic principles in every respect choose not to be certified, because of the expensive, labour- intensive, regular, obstructive and lengthy inspections.
At which stage, it seems high time for a glass or two of enjoyable wine, made from organically grown and certified grapes in an organically certified cellar. Make mine a Solara sauvignon blanc. Cheers!

industry_corpus2: Agriculture & Fisheries


text:
can this be true?! handmade 100% leather oxford shoes in fabulous colors for only $35?? seriously...i must be dreaming. you've got to head over to golden ponies to check this out.
No way! That's amazing! I might have to buy myself a pair. Thanks Cecelia!


text:
Driving down far west on the PCH (Pacific Coast Highway) lies one of my most favorite spots in the Los Angeles area, Malibu. Just a little bit past the known area Santa Monica, Malibu is the perfect beach city to get away from all the chaoticness LA may bring you from time-to-time.
Not to mention, the drive to get there is absolutely beautiful - if you haven't gone, you must go! From amazing hikes to calming beaches and breathtaking ocean views to endless wine tasting; Malibu is a dream!
Last Sunday I had an amazing morning with a few of my good friends - Imagine sipping on some wine, feeding cute animals (including this cutie up there, Stanley) and dreamy mountain views; what a perfect Sunday right?
Something about a maxi feels like the perfect fit to wear at a winery. Maybe it's the bohemian feel, and the simplicity yet classy and feminine style that fits the occasion.
I recently purchased this maxi from Gypsy 05; and loving the floral print which went well with the background scenery. Simply styled it with my new favorite Hush Puppies mules (that are SOO comfy!!!), and simple touches like my red cross body from Hammitt and these unique circled blue sunnies.
Thanks to Jenn of Cranberry Tantrums for the shots!
My friends and I did the Malibu Safari Wine Tasting which included feeding and meeting Stanley the giraffe. I have actually been here once before, and love it! It's the perfect spot to take your friends and/or family who are visiting or if you just want to experience it for yourself! Trust me, it won't disappoint! Find out more about their different tour packages here.


text:
So, what is Eavesdropping on America?
It’s our holiday special! In this very festive epis-ho-ho-ho-d, we hear a group of men regaling and discussing which holiday of the season means the most to them. In the following recording, we listen to a Thanksgiving dinner for those who do not feel comfortable celebrating at home with their families. Then, despite these tough economic times, one man is able to scrape together enough money to buy gifts for his entire family. We close the show with a personal essay from opinion contributor Ed Feldgellar.

industry_corpus2: Media & Journalism


text:
Raw Drostanolone Propionate (Masteron Propionate) powder, or dromostanolone propionate, sold under the brand names Drolban, Masteril, and Masteron among others, is an androgen and anabolic steroid (AAS) medication which was used to treat breast cancer in women but is now no longer marketed. It is given by injection into muscle.
Drostanolone propionate powder, or dromostanolone propionate, sold under the brand names Drolban, Masteril, and Masteron among others, is an androgen and anabolic steroid (AAS) medication which was used to treat breast cancer in women but is now no longer marketed. It is given by injection into muscle.
Drostanolone propionate is an androgen ester and a long-lasting prodrug of drostanolone in the body. Drostanolone propionate was first described in 1959 and was introduced for medical use in 1961. In addition to its medical use, drostanolone propionate is used to improve physique and performance.
Application Drostanolone propionate is an androgen ester and a long-lasting prodrug of drostanolone in the body. Drostanolone propionate was first described in 1959 and was introduced for medical use in 1961. In addition to its medical use, drostanolone propionate is used to improve physique and performance.

industry_corpus2: Biopharmaceuticals


text:
What is the AUREA Award?
The award is a global competition to identify and celebrate excellence in Augmented and Virtual Reality in the entertainment sector, across a range of applications, products and experiences. Its goal is to award state-of-the art work in this booming sector where technology and creativity meet. AUREA seeks to present products and services that not only deliver great experiences, but also demonstrate the great potential of this sector for the future of technology and entertainment.
For entrants, no. For the jury, yes. Because this is our inaugural year, and we want to encourage a wide range of potential entries from all corners of the entertainment sector, we are not asking entrants to declare typical categories such as “application” or “hardware”. We want our all-star jury to have the freedom to decide what the most exciting or groundbreaking products or experiences are, across all potential categories.
The jury will be free to determine winners, and they will be looking to award them in five general categories: Creative, Experience, Impact, Innovation, Interaction, and a special category outside the main competition: Lifetime Achievement. You cannot apply for this last category. The jury will decide for itself based on the following criteria: a significant contribution through one’s career; innovative and creative excellence; and a considerable impact on the market.
Each entry will first be considered based on your online submission of a) answers to the online Entry Form, which includes a short description of the entry and, where applicable, a relevant link or website URL, as well as b) up to 3 uploaded items. These can include documents that describe the entry (for example, PDFs, Presentations, etc.); videos or links to videos showcasing or explaining it.
What do you mean by “entertainment”?
We see a vast range of new products and experiences in entertainment. On the content side, that means new forms of film or storytelling projects - from live action to animation - as well as music experiences, live events, games, or mixed reality experiences. This also includes applications, whether they are experienced via headsets, smart phones or other hardware or on-site installations.
And speaking of hardware, there is a boom in great new headsets, wearables and other hardware offering exciting experiences. Finally, this wouldn’t be possible also without a diverse array of enabling technologies, be they platforms, software, middleware, or other solutions working in the background. If you think your entry touches the entertainment sector, even only partially, and moves it forward, we encourage you to enter.
Who is behind the AUREA Award?
The award is an initiative of Mack Media, who are pioneers in bringing together innovative technology with entertainment. Their Virtual Reality roller coaster experience, Coastiality, is already a market-leader in turning theme park rides into thrilling VR experiences or even interactive games. Seeing the great wave of innovation that AR and VR are bringing to entertainment and even live experiences, they have created the AUREA Awards to provide a benchmark for excellence as well as a forum for leaders of the field to gather, exchange ideas and strengthen ties across the many elements of the industry.
How will the awards be conducted?
Once the entry deadline (Oct. 14, 2018) has been reached, we’ll select and notify a pool of finalists, who will be invited to pitch our all-star jury live at a VIP gathering on November 29-30, 2018 in Europa-Park in Rust, Germany. The awards gathering will feature an intimate, invitation-only conference on Virtual & Augmented Reality, and finalists will be able to take part in this high-level event with jury members and other participants.
As part of the proceedings, the jury will select winners immediately after the live pitching sessions, and the awards will be announced at a ceremony that day. Finalists will also be invited to spend the remainder of the weekend enjoying Europa-Park with other attendees or even their families. We invite you to enter this one-of-a-kind competition and be a part of this exclusive conversation about the future of this exciting industry!
We therefore invite entrants (for-profit or non-profit companies, foundations, or individuals) from the entire AR and VR ecosystem, be it experience or storytelling producers, game developers, application or service providers, hardware makers, software or platform providers, or other players active in the market.
All we ask is that your product or service be operational, either as a company or a working product that our jury can see, hear, touch or experience, and that consumers, users or audiences can or have already experienced it by Oct. 14, 2018, our entry deadline. Entries should have been released or available starting July 14, 2017 to October 14, 2018.
We will place judging priority on entries that have more recently entered the market and only one entry per company is allowed.
What is not eligible for entry?
In our first year of the awards, we don’t wish to be too constricting. However, some types of entries with little chance of making the cut would include: pitch decks of startups or apps that don’t have a product on the market; demo reels of story ideas for experiences that aren’t yet available; prototypes of hardware devices that aren’t available. In general, if it’s more of an idea than a real thing, we encourage you to keep developing it and possibly enter next year. Also, if your potential entry shows us no plausible connection whatsoever to the entertainment sector of VR and AR, no matter how convincing it is, then it won’t be considered eligible.
When are entries accepted and due?
Entries Accepted: Starting June 26, 2018 - Apply Now!
A short, written description – maximum 300 words – of your entry. We suggest you formulate this carefully beforehand and be ready to copy/paste it into the form.
Up to three uploads that explain and support the entry. These can be documents such as info sheets, flyers, or presentations, links to videos, links to app downloads, or short films themselves (please no longer than 3 minutes).
Your agreement to abide by the Terms and Conditions described in this document.
Once you have submitted your entry, you will receive an automatic confirmation of its receipt. Our team will review the entry and confirm that it is eligible and enter it into the first round of judging to determine the finalists. As part of this process, we reserve the right to contact you via the email address you provide us for clarification or explanation of your entry, or to provide more details if we determine that more information is needed to understand or verify your entry.
Once we have confirmed that your entry is eligible, we will notify you that it will be considered for the finalist round starting after the deadline of October 14, 2018. After you have submitted an entry, you may withdraw from the award by contacting us via email. You may also resubmit your entry, for instance if there is a significant update or new material that can support it, but this will then cancel and supersede your previous entry.
There is no entry fee. The submission of an entry implies full and unconditional acceptance of all rules.
What should I say in the description?
Here are no required elements, but your description could include some of the following: a description of the product or experience from the user’s point of view, some background on its creation and launch date, any key metrics or info regarding potential market success, information on the company that is submitting it, and any other info that helps us understand why this entry was created or what it hopes to achieve.
What if my entry is a product or experience that can’t be uploaded or shared easily?
Don’t worry. We understand that many potential entries are best – or possibly only – experienced fully with particular hardware, software, players, proprietary technology or even spatial environments. If you have such an entry, simply do the best you can with traditional means like the description, photos, short videos, presentations, etc. Please bear in mind that if you are invited to pitch your entry to the jury as a finalist, we would expect that you could then give our jury the “full effect” of your entry. If you are capable of demonstrating it live in an expo or trade show setting, we expect that you can then bring it to Europa-Park for your live pitch.
The awards may nominate up to four finalists for each category, to be invited to pitch the All-Star jury. By October 22, 2018, we will announce a select pool of finalists on the website and in other publications relating to the Awards and invite those who have been selected to go on to the live pitch round. Invitations will be sent to the email address you use to register. The nominated finalists will be asked to confirm their acceptance of the nomination and consent to the award. They will be invited to come to the AUREA Awards at Europa-Park in Rust, Germany, in the Southwestern part of the country near the Swiss and French borders, on November 29-30, 2018.
Finalists will be expected to cover the cost of their own travel and transport to Rust, but they will be given complimentary accommodation for 2 nights in one of the distinct hotels on site at Europa-Park. This is limited to two representatives per company/entry. There is no claim to a certain room category. The finalists will be invited to all events related to the AUREA Awards, including tours of the park, dinners and receptions, a conference featuring some of the biggest names in the VR and AR industry, as well as other activities.
The live pitches will take place in a semi-public setting featuring the jury members as well as the select group of industry guests invited to attend the AUREA Awards conference. Each entry will be given 10 minutes total, with 5 minutes to make a presentation or demo, and then 5 minutes for Q&A from the jury members.
How may I present my entry to the jury?
If possible, we invite you to be ready to give the jury the full experience of your entry. So your presentation can range from simply speaking to presenting a PPT presentation, 2D videos or other “traditional” means, or letting the jury experience the entry firsthand, for instance with a headset(s), other hardware you bring, or whatever creative way you want to use to delight and impress the jury. If your entry does not fit into the 5 minute slot, for instance because it’s a longer film or experience, we may potentially allow it to be made available to the jury earlier so that they may experience it in full before the final deliberations are made.
What if I can’t attend the live pitch?
Making the live pitch is a required part of winning an AUREA Award. If you cannot attend the live jury pitch, we would unfortunately have to rescind your invitation as a finalist. Therefore, by entering online, you agree to attend the AUREA Awards live pitch on November 29 and 30, 2018 should your entry be chosen as a finalist.
Firstly, we want the jury to have every opportunity to judge the finalists on a “level playing field”, meaning a live pitch/demo and Q&A process. Secondly, you would not only be attending a live pitch, but also an exclusive conference where every voice and player is important to us. And finally, the two days’ awards and conference promise to be a one-of-a-kind opportunity to meet, network and even socialize with some of the brightest lights in the VR and AR industry, and every slot at this exclusive gathering matters to us. So if you can’t make it, we’d like to be able to invite someone else who can.
innovation - is this entry something new or innovative?
impact - did this entry have an impact on the users, audiences or industry as a whole? If it’s supposed to be entertainment, does it entertain?
creative - is there creative excellence on display in any way, be it storytelling, use of technology, or other elements?
experience - how well were the ideas executed? Is it a great experience?
interactive - is it intuitive, easy to use or done at a high professional level? Does it utilize the potential for interaction?
does this entry help show us the way forward for AR / VR and entertainment?
would we want to see it / play it / ride it / experience it again?
The jury will be suitably qualified and will have, collectively, ample experience in business, entertainment, intellectual property, virtual, augmented or mixed reality fields. The jury will be selected by the organizers from candidates meeting the above criteria.
to act collectively (the winner must obtain a majority of the votes).
The same day as the live pitches. We’ll hold an awards ceremony at the conclusion of our 2-day event and subsequently publicize the winners. The winners will be kept secret until the awards are announced.
By entering, you grant us permission to use your name and image in publications, photos, videos or other media that publicize the award and its finalists or winners.
There is no cash prize for the AUREA Awards, however each winner will receive a physical AUREA Award and a certificate. Additionally, all finalists are given an invitation to attend the awards & conference and remain onsite in Europa-Park for the weekend that follows. Finalists will be given up to 2 nights’ accommodation (for two persons per entry) in a Europa-Park hotel as part of the event. Finalists will be responsible for covering their own travel costs to and from the awards & conference.
No cash disbursement and/or replacement of the prizes is possible. Recourse to the courts is not permitted.
Are there any other details I should think of?
The AUREA Awards reserve the right to disqualify entrants or finalists at any time; this applies especially to circumstances such as making false or grossly misleading statements or claims in an initial entry or live pitch.
All entrants guarantee that they own the rights to or have legally licensed all elements of their entries, including intellectual property, trademarks, copyrights, music rights, image rights, or any other related usage rights. The AUREA Awards may not be held liable for any potential copyright or other infringements related to the online submission, publication or promotion of entries, finalists or winners.
Finalists will attend the AUREA Awards at their own risk; for those who do not live in Germany we recommend travelers’ insurance.
The AUREA Awards and Europa-Park may not be held liable for any damages (real or imagined) arising from an entry either winning or not winning an award or making the final round.
Any materials, submissions or even potential equipment or hardware used in the process of competing for the award are not the responsibility of the AUREA Awards if lost. We have no obligation to return or ship objects back to entrants.
All entries and submitted information will remain private and be used only to determine finalists and the winners. This information will be shared confidentially only among the AUREA Award organizers and jury members. The AUREA Awards will publicize the names, companies, websites and, where applicable, photos or videos of finalists or winners. No information in the entries will be released to the public without the consent of the entrants, and all submitted materials - besides winners - will ultimately be removed/erased after the conclusion of the awards.
In the event of being selected as finalists, participants agree to cooperate with the organizer by providing access to the press and other media for interviews or for photographing or filming.
The organizer reserves the right to publish finalists' and winners' information as settled above on its website and in promotional material (publications, exhibition media, etc.) without remuneration for the participant.
Neither reproduction nor making available rights will be payable on any document submitted for the Awards, either during the selection procedure or in relation thereto.
The organizer also reserves the right to record and publish videos and pictures from the award ceremony without remuneration for the participant.
In the event of force majeure or if circumstances so dictate, the organizer reserves the right to suspend, postpone or cancel the Awards at any time and without prior notice; in this event, participants will not be entitled to claim compensation.
and processed solely for the purposes of managing participation in the competition in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 45/2001 of the European Parliament and of the Council on the protection of individuals with regard to the processing of personal data by the Community institutions and bodies and on the free movement of such data. The privacy statement explaining the processing of contestants' personal data is publicly available on the official contest website.
If you object to your data being stored, please inform us by email (info@aurea-award.com) and it will be deleted from our files. All the collected information is essential in order to duly carry out the process of selection and assessments of the candidacies; therefore, please note that, in case that you object to your data being stored, your application will be automatically excluded due to insufficient information.
Participation in the AUREA Awards or submission of a proposal implies that you have read and accepted the ‘Declaration' and ‘Additional declarations' in the registration form.
We want to keep it simple, but there are always questions that arise.
Send us an email at info@aurea-award.com and we’ll get back to you as quickly as possible.


text: Announcements Important club announcements Frequently Asked Questions Please check here before posting a question in any other category. It may have already been answered. (NOTE: This section is read only). Was it you? Did you see a GTO or 3000GT on the roads today? Want to find out if someone here owns it? Why not post the details and see if the owner responds? Membership Queries Please use this section to post membership related queries (e.g. I sent my cheque and am still waiting) and queries about the web site or forum (e.g. login or registration problems). Simply "thank you" If someone helped you, leave your thanks here... Newbie This section is for the use of Introduction of a new Member to say ‘Hello’ and generally get to know other Members. The intended use is for research/knowledge for a perspective vehicle purchase and should not be used for technical questions after purchase. FAQ provides a vast amount of technical information should this be required. This section does not allow use of for sale posts. Any such posts will be deleted. Moderation may be implemented should a post not comply with intended use, continued posting on a newbie post or previous paid members using it for free information then post will be locked or removed. Car of the Month Car Of The Month Competition 2019 News Any news you wish to spread, e.g. births, deaths, marriages, accidents. Submissions may be used to form content for future newsletter articles.

industry_corpus2: Automobiles


text:
Toronto Mens Fashion Week is just around the corner.
The runway events showcase the best in Canadian men’s fashion, includes many of the nation’s hottest designers. Among other new additions this year is a cannabis-inspired runway show.
Tweed: Fabric of Creativity will take place on March 9. Tweed is one of the most recognized marijuana production brands in the world. And next week, it will bring together a collective of designers for an incredible one-of-a-kind fashion experience.
Talents during Tweed’s runway show include Zane Barlas, NICO, Xian, Pascal Labelle, Candace Daniela, Tristan Licud, Nabeel Sheikh, JM Trends, Joseph Tassoni, Shelli Oh, Kristian Nielsen, Thomas Henry, Austen For, WRKDEPT, L’MOMO, Get Fresh Company, Ross Mayer, and FARLEY CHATTO.


text: Stationery set is a vector of FloatJelly author. This vector includes arithmetic Ojiki set square Tool box study tags. To download vector (JPG, SVG, PNG, AI/EPS types) you need to register the account and log in.

industry_corpus2: Math & Statistics