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Part I: Vision & Goals. Build a Foundation There are many reasons to create a hotline. Some have to do with client access; some have to do with funding.
2 Build a Foundation There are many reasons to create a hotline. Some have to do with client access; some have to do with funding. The number one reason hotlines fail is because the program and/or staff do not recognize the goal of having a hotline and its benefit for clients.
3 Vision The backbone of leadership is vision. Your vision for the Hotline guides all decisions on support, design, implementation, and management.
5 Role of Hotline in the Programs Mission The hotline needs to have clear reasons-for-being to be sustainable. –Mission: How is the Hotline going to support the mission of the program? What is the nexus between starting a Hotline and the mission of the work we do? –Delivery Systems: How is the Hotline going to fit into existing delivery systems, or change them.
7 Role of Hotline in Your States Justice System How are pro se services perceived? –If few or no pro se services are available in your state or area, this may impact the ability of the hotline to provide services, or may dictate what kinds of services should be prioritized. Wherever limited services exist, you will notice that volume overtaking the hotline. Example: family law matters.
8 Role of Hotline in Your States Justice System Ethical Rules and Support from the Bar –Unbundled Services –Use of paralegals –Ghostwriting Planners need to be familiar with their ethics rules regarding these issues and review them with hotline staff.
9 Myths and Facts Every delivery system has pros and cons. Your vision and leadership will determine your ability to mitigate challenges and build an effective system What are the perceptions of the Pros and Cons?
12 Pros Versus Cons? An exact polarity of the pros and cons of a hotline, in fact, does not exist. A hotline or CIU is neither all these pros or all these cons. These are the issues that you need to consider in the development of your hotline. Many options exist to mitigate most concerns. A successful hotline is the result of vision, the assessment and addressing of these issues, and leadership.
14 Exercise I: Mission and Goals What are the reasons your hotline is being created? What are the main barriers to buy-in on the mission and vision? What concerns exist or are expressed as cons? Who is the leader of the effort?
28 Staffing and Productivity Screener vs. Advocate Which staffing model is more productive?
30 Staffing Good listening and interviewing skills Knowledge of area of law in the most frequently asked questions Understanding of hotline operations Good computer typing skills (or fast two- finger approach) From: More Frequently Asked Questions about Hotline Operations, by Jan May, et al. MIE, July 1995, page 33.
32 Attorneys Pros: –Attorneys are easy to train in the substantive areas of law. –Can be used in multiple ways (as supervisors) –Can expand the services of hotline easily to provide limited representation. –Easier quality control systems. Cons: –Cost –Paradigm shift: Need to change their thinking. Skill is to instruct client on how to solve problem for themselves versus approaching the problem as if client will be represented.
33 Non-Attorneys –Non-attorneys are conscientious about learning the areas of law, but training time is longer and extensions supervision is needed. Depth of knowledge is weak. Quality control methods are essential.
34 Volunteer Lawyers Pros –They are free, specialized, motivated. –Can participate or help in materials or training. –Best used in their specific area of specialty only. –Good to use if phone system allows for off-site routing of calls (from their office). Cons –They are busy and frequently do not show depending on their own case loads. This, in turn, affects their ability to retain training information. –A hotline is only partially about legal advice; a lot of record keeping. They are not good at keeping track of that. Need to take time to train and keep motivated.
35 Volunteer Law Students Pros –Free. Their involvement helps establish a relationship with a local law school and future people in the profession. Potential screening for future staff. A program can consider creative approaches to retention commit for two semesters and well pay for your summer internship. Cheap and quality, and you can expand their involvement over time, to extended service. Cons –They require training. Several programs wont accept law students unless there is a commitment for at least two semesters, 1 - 2 shifts a week. Also, youll have to juggle finals and breaks.
36 Inherited v. New Hires Inherited Staff –Extremely knowledgeable, cross-training needed in other areas, can use them in the training and material development, already versed in administrative requirements. –Morale, perceptions of work, may be viewed as a demotion, may be unwilling to change former practices.
37 Staffing Discussion Discuss advantages or disadvantages to each staffing option. For ex: Lawyers v. non-lawyers; generalists v. specialists; contract v. staff; part- time v. full-time? What factors did you consider to determine staff size of the hotline or CIU? What mechanisms or systems need to be in place for certain staffing patterns to be successful? If you use volunteers, how are they used and with what success? If you rotate staff in from different offices, can they do it from their offices, do they come into the main office, and how are they supervised if remote? For programs that inherit a staffing pattern, what are your options?
38 Exercise 2: What is the Scope of Your Hotline? Stand alone or Integrated What services offered? What geographic scope of services? What clients served? What is relationship of hotline to other programs, other offices, other units? Hours of operation and intended shifts?
53 Implementing a Hotline Brings Change In your program and its culture Relationship w/other agencies and the courts With your funders and grants team Within your management team and management infrastructure See, Melissa Pershing, MIE Exchange, Fall 2000.
54 Change is difficult Emotional intelligence of your program, can it get thru change? Timing considerations Operate in concepts of abundance and not scarcity Hotline will change your program and its culture See, CEO-in, Something completely Different, MIE Exchange, Kay House, Spring 2002, pg. 7-8.
56 Develop a Timeline to Tackle All the Concerns From Each Different Group Start internally: focus on staff, management team, and MIS Identify stakeholders Identify valid concerns and work on those Identify limits of hotline, choose a model that works for your program Transform initial resistance into a dialog and opportunities for feedback and ownership 1.See, Kay House, CEO-ing, Something Completely Different, MIE Exchange, Spring 2002, pg 7-8.
57 Fears of Staff Incorporate autonomy w/in daily schedules Include training time and down time into schedule Assign areas of ownership and special projects to each person Allow staff to as a team develop their own shift schedules, break time, etc. and be responsible for coverage Create a team that is a problem solving, self- reliant, and that can work together to overcome most obstacles. See John Tull, MIE Exchange, Spring 2003 and Victor Geminiani, The implementation of a hotline, MIE Exchange, July 1995.
60 Look at your Current Infrastructure Review your advocacy manual Review your basic job descriptions and salary scale Review your intake/case management software Review your management group Do they support a hotline? Do any of these need to change?
61 Evaluation of Hotline Key to Overcome Challenges Since your hotline will be an experiment, it will be under steady scrutiny by inside and outside Evaluation of the hotline will change the way you measure outcomes and performance for the rest of your program See Shoshanna Ehrlich, Elements of a High Quality Hotline, MIE Exchange, Beyond Serendipity.
67 Goals for Staff No Geographical Barriers Among Staff: Our staff should be able to freely and frequently talk with each other for mentoring, case discussions, work planning, supervision and other types of support, whether or not they are based in the same physical office. Maximized Use of Our Support staff: Support staff should be available for phone answering and document preparation for all offices and advocates, regardless of the physical office where they are based. Promote Productivity and Flexibility for Staff: Advocates should have flexibility to work from remote locations where appropriate to increase productivity and effectiveness. Facilitate Use of Pro Bono Attorneys and Part-Time Staff: Pro bono attorneys should have easy ability to communicate with clients and receive support from legal services staff, without having to physically come to the legal services office.
68 Goals for Staff Ability for Judges, Politicians, Funders, or Others to Reach Specific Persons without Waiting: Non-Clients who need to reach project managers and directors should be able to locate and reach a personal extension of desired staff, easily. Improved Client Referrals by Subject Matter: Clients in cue for an initial intake advocate should be able to self-select when appropriate based on their legal matter to enable effective use of pro bono or specialized staff. Improved Client Referrals by Location: Clients in a cue for an initial call should be able to be routed by area code (or prefix) to the office that best serves them, if a centralized hotline is not used.
69 Sample Vision for Administration and Management Ability to Partner and Link with Social or Other Legal Services Programs: Our hotline or call intake system should have the ability to directly transfer calls based on appropriate referrals to participating agencies. Improved Reporting and Management: Our managers should easily be able to create accurate reports of call, hold, service spikes, and other patterns; and should be able to assess advocate efficiency and performance. Ability to Link the Case Management System to our Phone System. Ability to Provide for Current or Future Opportunities for Video Conferencing between offices or other partner agencies. Telephone solutions should be integrated with our data systems, easily maintained, and cost effective. Inter-office calls should be free of charge, and long-distance charges should be below market rates.
71 Handling the Details CMS – review your CMS from order of how prompt moves and special helpline data do you want to capture –Delete any unnecessary data collection - this just slows down the whole process –Keeping client records and correspondence, do they attach to CMS or separate docs –Document assembly, hotdocs or something else? Telephone - what is your plan for call routing based on Language and substantive law type –What is your maximum client hold time - limited or unlimited –what are your open incoming call hours - remember to plan for time to complete advice and brief service cases, call current clients with on- going issues etc. Plan for probono hours also Outreachhow will calls get to you? Do you need outreach? Will your staff do outreach? LEP what is your plan for LEP clients - phase in? start at once? use interpreters? Language Line?
72 The Details Follow up--will you send follow up information to clients after the call? Do you have brochures available and ready to go? What is the protocol if there are deadlines for materials? what other post-call actions will you take Training/ resources for staffcanned notes or questions that pop up for your case handlers? staff training program what resources are available at every attorney's desk for quick access Statewide Websites -- Probono.net? Lawhelp.org? websites w/court info? Registry of action? does your state have an on-line case look up system - if so train staff on how to use it Counsel and advice, brief service unitmake sure you understand where the hotline stops and other providers work begins. Start small, then expand. Gauge volume before you take more than you can chew.
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Whether you're looking for a new agency to partner with, conferences to attend, or a new opportunity, we've created this resource page to help provide guidance and recommendations.
We've compiled an ever-evolving directory of marketing agencies and consulting firms that is by no means exhaustive, but is curated, and should be a useful resource in identifying potential partners for specific marketing needs. If you have an agency that you'd like to have added, please contact us and include the applicable information, and we will review it for inclusion in the directory.
To help you identify more networking and development opportunities, we've put together a list of relevant marketing, digital, and tech conferences and events, both large and small. This list is by no means exhaustive, but a recommendation of some of the more popular events that are heavily attended and some sponsoring conferences that are offering NYC Marketing Mixer members discounted tickets. If you would like to have your conference added, please contact us.
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Located on a quiet street, this home boasts updated bathrooms, including the master suite. Updated windows throughout, giving copious natural light for bright open spaces. New french doors lead to back deck with plentiful space to entertain as well as a large fenced yard. Stainless steel appliances create the prime space to cook and entertain. Newer furnace, hot water heater, and AC set you on track to move right in!
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Edinburgh’s forgotten astronomer’ Charles Piazzi Smyth is to be remembered in a new exhibition at the Nelson Monument on Calton Hill.
The fascinating exhibition aims to establish Smyth’s place in Edinburgh’s history.
Housed in the iconic Nelson Monument, the exhibition displays Smyth’s photography, paintings and drawings, alongside a newly commissioned short film and interviews.
The location carries great significance as in 1852 Smyth started the Time Ball service, which involved hoisting a large ball from the top of Nelson Monument which would drop at exactly one o’clock every day as a time signal to ships docked in Leith.
In 1861 he added an audible element and set up the One O’ Clock Gun, stretching a cable all the way from Calton Hill to another clock on Castle Rock, which fired the Gun.
The cable is no longer in place but both the Time Ball and One O’ Clock Gun remain active, providing a daily reminder of his legacy to the city.
A pioneering early photographer, accomplished artist, writer, meteorologist, traveller, investigator of pyramids and ground-breaking astronomer, few have heard of Smyth or of his innovative work, the influence of which is still felt around the world today.
Housed in the Nelson Monument Museum, the new exhibition aims to bring about a new awareness of his work and that of his wife Jessica, forming part of a series of activity around the 200th anniversary of his birth.
In 1845 at the age of just 26, Smyth was appointed Astronomer Royal for Scotland at the Calton Hill Observatory.

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Whether it’s the e3 expo, SEMA show or CES, Vantage Advertising staffs captivating, approachable and inviting booth girls that resonate with attendees and invigorate your brand.
Our team of experienced booth models are driven by the fun and excitement that comes from being on the trade show floor. Each booth model brings a unique brand experience and maximum engagement to your event. And they do it at a rate that’s as competitive as it is transparent.
Ensuring your booth is properly staffed should be an important part of your overall trade show marketing strategy. Start by searching our list of booth models.
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Booth babe is a term sometimes used to refer to the role of a female model who is working with an exhibitor at a trade show or convention. The Booth babe role typically emphasizes their physical attributes to engage with attendees and attract attention for a brand or product. They can set the tone and perception of an exhibit hall and are ideal for gathering traffic and generating leads.
A booth bunny is an interchangeable term for “Booth Babe”. It refers to an alluring woman that works at an expo or trade show. Booth bunnies can be found at male dominated trade fairs and are hired in order to encourage people to visit a booth.
To become a booth babe, you need to be attractive, outgoing and personable. You need to be able to stand on your feet for hours and strike up a conversation with almost anyone. You will be asked to greet attendees and introduce them to brands and products. Before you arrive, you will need to conduct background research on the company you’re working for and memorize key features for the products they’re selling. To get started in the trade show booth staffing industry simply create a model profile.
Booth babes average $30.00 per hour according to industry data. The lowest-paid 10 percent made $18.50 per hour and the highest-paid 10 percent earned over $100 hourly. Most worked in Las Vegas, Chicago or Orlando and made a mean hourly rate of $40.00 per hour. Total annual compensation, which includes travel, parking and expense reimbursement can vary any where from $35,905 to $85,010 with the average total compensation of $54,398.
A booth babes’ income is highly dependent on the size of the local convention hall, the types of events being held and the number of exhibitors. Booth models that are willing to travel, have an greater opportunity to increase their earning potential.
As a full-service booth babe agency, we generate interest, energy and action for our client’s events. Our primary goal is to help exhibitors generate leads, while having some fun along the way.
Since 2009, Vantage Advertising has worked with booth staff to generating interest in our clients’ brands. We believe having a properly staffed booth is paramount to the success of any exhibitor.
A team of booth hostesses can help you identify and prospect attendees. Filtering qualified leads to your sales team and increasing the return on your trade show investment.
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At Vantage Advertising, we staff trade show booth girls that will make an impression. We understand that your trade show is significant, and we take the necessary steps to insure it is properly staffed. We are meticulous and careful in growing our list of booth models. We work closely with our talent to make sure they are prepared before your trade show begins. Trade show booth staffing is our business and were here to make sure you succeed at your event.
We encourage our clients to identify their booth staffing budget to increase their visibility on the trade show floor. Trade show booth staffing is fairly inexpensive and successfully helps exhibitors increase brand awareness while driving traffic to their booth.
The number-one reason to hire booth staff is lead generation. They invest heavily in their craft to ensure you’re getting qualified leads. Get things started with a free, no hassle price quote.
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There are 5 different types of booth models. These include: booth hostesses, brand ambassadors, booth babes, trade show presenters, and trade show temps. Make sure you hire the correct type of trade show model for your event.
A company will hire booth hostesses or trade show greeters to engage in conversation with trade show attendees, capture leads by scanning badges and direct prospective clients to sales team members.
Brand Ambassadors are hired because of their innate ability promote a product, brand or service. They spend time prior to the show learning branded messages and can communicate them seamlessly to attendees.
Booth babes are hired to draw in traffic and create a buzz around a company’s booth. They are attractive male and female models that wear branded attire and are used in very specific situations. They are only recommended for certain types of trade shows.
Trade show presenters are hired for sales presentations and product demonstrations. These can occur at the booth, in an auditorium, or on a demonstration stage.
Trade show temps are hired to distribute product samples, answer general brand questions and collect customer feedback. They are personable, polite and professional.
We specialize in hiring trade show booth models that attract attention and build valuable relationships for your brand. Our experienced Account Executives will work directly with your team to find the best staffers (booth hostesses, booth models, etc.) for your event needs. Contact us today or browse our models to get started!
Vantage Advertising has some of the brightest and most beautiful models in the industry. Our professional models have represented various products and services and have the experience to make your next event a huge success.
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Iain Glen will recur as Bruce Wayne in Season 2 of Titans! The Game of Thrones actor will officially be a guest recurring player in the second season of the DC Universe live-action series. Here is how he is described by Warner Bros. TV, per Deadline Hollywood.
There is no telling yet if we will see Glen suit up as Batman, as the description references that this is an older Caped Crusader. Glen is one of several new actors who is joining the show in Season 2, with Joshua Orpin as Superboy, Esai Morales as Deathstroke, Chella Man as Jericho and Chelsea Zhang as Ravager.

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Helensburgh & District Historical Society is excited to release the first of our books on Helensburgh District Pioneers.
Read all about George Rickett, Master Builder. George arrived in Helensburgh from England in the early part of our town’s development. He constructed many of Helensburgh’s early buildings, and some of the original Garrawarra Hospital buildings. He also became a Councillor on the Bulli Shire Council.
An interesting read, with lots of historical photographs.
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Conference Experience vs. Revenues: Can You Serve Two Masters?
Are you Negotiating for the Right Things for F&B?
The final piece of the meetings management puzzle is choosing and implementing technology. People often wonder why we put this step last, but it’s because you need to know your goals with technology (and meetings) in order to get the most out of it. The best technique for implementation is to do it in phases.

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Looking through my old unfinished random stuff, I found this dance loop. That's right, a guy in a suit dancing to fatboy slim.
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FHA loans can benefit those who would like to purchase a home in arizona city, arizona but haven't been able to save enough money for the purchase: like recent college graduates, newlyweds, or people who are still trying to complete their education.
FHA loans can benefit those who would like to purchase a home in arizona city but haven't been able to save enough money for the purchase: like recent college graduates, newlyweds, or people who are still trying to complete their education. It also allows individuals whose credit has been marred by bankruptcy or foreclosure to qualify for an FHA loan.
The following list of FHA appraisers has been assembled from the HUD.gov database. Visit the HUD website for the most current list of FHA appraisers in arizona city, arizona.


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Alta and Jacobs are leading the team selected by the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) to design the landmark Los Angeles River Bike Path Gap Closure project. This $365M project—one of the largest active transportation trail projects in the country—will close an eight-mile gap in the path along the Los Angeles River (LA River) in downtown Los Angeles and Vernon.
Once complete, the LA River Path will be a 32-mile continuous pathway for walking and biking from Long Beach to the San Fernando Valley, providing a world-class facility for Angelenos and the region.
The Jacobs + Alta team’s community-driven design approach focuses on user experience and legibility. Over the course of the seven-year project, Alta will be leading design development, assisting with the CEQA/NEPA process, developing construction documents, supporting Army Corps and local agency permitting, and providing construction support.
In completing this landmark project, the Los Angeles County region will have an impressive, preeminent, and functional pathway for walking and biking to serve as a foundation and catalyst for active transportation across the region.

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A suspect was shot and killed by police in the Bronx late Sunday night, according to the NYPD.
Anti-violence activists gathered in the Bronx on Sunday to amplify the peaceful message of slain rapper Nipsey Hussle, who was shot in Los Angeles late last month.
A Fordham University student was critically injured after falling from the school’s bell tower early Sunday, police say.

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Yes, I spent over 20 years in the farming industry (mainly dairy) , I was born and raised in it. I also was raised a trapper in my early years and was an avid hunter as well for about 30 years.
I married a vegetarian 5 years ago, she never forced her views on me just gave insight every now and then. A few years ago I saw a picture of pigs being hauled out of Toronto and people (activists) were giving them water through the holes in the trailer at the Toronto livestock exchange. It was that picture that started it all for me.
I am a heavy construction worker and I mainly work on the highway 401 (longest highway in Ontario). The same day the picture was taken there was a bad accident just up from our job site, it was -34c and the traffic was getting backed up to us.
I was running a machine that day and I had the heat cranked and was still bundled up, the traffic had come to a complete stop, I looked beside me on the highway and there way a tractor trailer hauling pigs to Quebec. That was the day I made the connection. These poor animals are being sent to their deaths, it -34 and they are freezing! My heart sank , I told myself that was it and I never looked back.

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In short, I ordered 3 electric bikes from this company. I was dealing with a person named Eva Shei throughout. I had several weeks of email exchanges with Eva before I placed my order. I will upload the text exchanges and other documents to confirm what I am telling you is the truth.
After I foolishly sent 1/2 of the payment to some individual named on the purchase invoice through Western Union that's when Eva went silent refusing to respond to any of my emails and when she did respond it was with lame excuses as to why the bikes were not being shipped. Eva the Evil sent me bogus DHL tracking information along with promises that the bikes were going to be shipped. Finally, Eva the Evil sends me a message that as soon as I send her the balance of payment the bikes would be shipped. That wasn't our deal. Our deal was 1/2 when ordered the other 1/2 once received. I have text messages and emails confirming everything I am writing about.
I was duped and hope that others do not fall prey to these tactics by the unscrupulous actions of Eva the Evil. You can email me at gotlawyer@gmail.com and I will respond. I attached a copy of the UPS airbill that Eva the Evil presented in an effort to swindle me out of more money.
I am an attorney practicing law in South Florida. DO NOT DO BUSINESS WITH THIS COMPANY AND DONT BELIEVE ANYTHING EVA SAYS.
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How rich is the gold?
What is this I've found?
Should I be so bold?
OK, this song doesn't seem to have too much of a deep meaning, just a fanciful little song about spending a day relaxing, watching the sky, drinking wine.... and some nice visuals that I don't really get involving the ground and recipes... oh, well, it sounds good!
Just taking a Wild guess with this one, but I think there may actually be quite a lot to "See the World Go By." I think Nicks is saying that she's found her own "Witch's Brew" for the perfect love - she and a certain "Knight in Shining Armor" she met in High School - and she's perfectly happy to just be drunk (in love) with him and watch the world go by. She knows that the ground of their love is pure, but what about all the glitter? (the "Gold"). Will it fade? I think the "As the days go by" line is really intriguing - it seems to be a reference to "Edge of Seventeen" - time has passed since then - but she still remembers. But WHATEVER it's about - what a wonderful, beautiful poem!

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Peace be with you. Since this article will appear during Passover and Easter, I thought it would be appropriate to put politics and current events aside to write with the spirit of each of these observances in mind. I would ask that, regardless of your beliefs, religious or political, you read this with an open heart and mind.
Since this article will appear during Passover and Easter, I thought it would be appropriate to put politics and current events aside to write with the spirit of each of these observances in mind. I would ask that, regardless of your beliefs, religious or political, you read this with an open heart and mind.
We live in an imperfect world where it is far easier to see the worst in people and events. It would seem our differences create divisions that are impossible to close. We fixate on our perceived differences, and too easily dismiss our shared realities. I have no doubt that each of you reading this would, without hesitation, lend a helping hand to a neighbor in need, regardless of that person's political affiliation, skin color, sexual orientation, gender, or status in life. I want you to hold onto that fact for more than just this article. It's amazing how that one truth can change your outlook on life. The act of human kindness knows no political party or religious affiliation.
We have all seen, firsthand, everyday people offering aid to those in need. Sometimes we are extending the hand ourselves, while other times we are reaching for that hand. Today, let us be thankful to all those nameless people and businesses who selflessly offer their time, money and services while expecting nothing in return. We should also be thankful for those who serve our communities every day on our behalf, and we should strive to do whatever we can to be part of the solution.
To the Pease Greeters who at all hours of the day and night welcome our returning or departing troops with heartfelt applause and kind hugs. To Cross Roads House for not only offering shelter to the area homeless for more than 30 years, but for helping residents transition into the stability of a permanent home. For those who provide food to those in need, such as the N.H. Food Bank (serving all of New Hampshire), Gerry's Food Pantry in Rochester, the Barrington Food Pantry and the Seacoast Family Food Pantry in Portsmouth. To St. Charles Children Home in Rochester, which offers love and stability for children from families in crisis. To countless others who serve with humility and patience, thank you.
It is amazing what we can accomplish when we do not care who gets the credit for the success or who to blame for the failure. Each of these services I mentioned above and thousands more need your help. They do not care if you are a Republican or Democrat, whether you are Christian, Jewish, Muslim, or atheist. It makes no difference to them if you are straight or gay. In that moment of need, all that matters is that you are a neighbor asking for help, or that you are a Good Samaritan offering assistance.
So today I want to wish all of you a joyous and blessed day, and know that despite our differences, we are neighbors. As neighbors we share a special covenant, the knowledge that although we may not always agree with one another, in our time of need we will be there without judgment to offer comfort and aid. We do this because at that moment of crisis we care less about judging one another and more about helping each other. Never doubt your own capacity for human kindness, nor should you doubt the unselfishness of others.
I would ask each of you to reach out to a neighbor in need or to a charity of your choosing and offer whatever you can. Please keep those in need of our grace and blessings in your thoughts, not only today, but always.
Jeff Chidester was raised in New Hampshire and has lived and worked in the Far East and Europe for extended periods. He is the host of New Hampshire Perspective, heard each Sunday at noon on 96.7 The Wave and WGIR AM 610.


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Q. Changes in state health policy laws?
Developed to study trends in the adoption of state public health laws. Specifically, the dataset covers annual trends in seatbelt laws, speed limits for passenger vehicles on rural interstates, minimum legal drinking ages, drunk driving laws, laws prohibiting the purchase of alcohol on Sundays, regulations for registering purchased kegs and/or prohibitions against selling kegs, beer taxes and total alcohol tax revenues, motorcycle and bicycle helmet laws, cigarette taxes, cigarette advertising bans, bans on workplace smoking, bans on smoking in restaurants and bars, and tobacco taxes (total revenue). Contains information about these laws for each year between 1980 and 2010, inclusive. In addition, it contains variables that describe the social, economic, demographic, health care, political, and crime chacteristics of the states in each of these years.

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Run the garburator: If the kitchen sink isn’t draining well, the dishwasher won’t either. This is because the dishwasher drains into the garburator, so a blockage here affects both the sink and the dishwasher. Make a habit of running the garburator right before every dishwasher cycle to clear the way for water to drain.
Inspect the drain opening where the dishwasher connects to the disposal: If you just installed a new garburator, make sure the plastic plug covering the dishwasher drain opening has been removed. If needed, knock it loose with a screwdriver, and then fish the plug out of the garburator’s grinding chamber.
Check other dishwasher components: If you’ve attempted the above fixes, and your dishwasher still won’t drain, other parts could be at fault, including the check valve, pump solenoid, drain sump, door switch, or electronic control. Testing many of these parts requires a multimeter and knowledge of electrical circuitry. It’s best to leave these types of repairs to the professionals at Mr. Appliance, a Neighbourly company.
Mr. Rooter Plumbing provides dishwasher installation and repair along with other kitchen plumbing services. If you’re having problems with your dishwasher not draining, please give us a call today.


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Hello All. Long time lurker, now trying to get a bit more serious with the current production version of Affinity Photo on my Mac.
Apple's Aperture has a "Show hot and cold areas in your photos" viewing mode. It's a convenient way to highlight areas at the extremes of exposure, allowing you to pull back adjustments just enough, for example. Is there a similar viewing mode available in Affinity Photo? I've had a look and I don't think there is anything close to this - but I'd love to be proven wrong!
Here's a quick with/without example. On the right, the red indicates areas which are blown out and the blue shows areas of near total darkness.
We do have something similar if you go into the develop persona you will find three squares on the top right of the desktop App, Clipped tones, Clipped shadows and clipped highlights.
Great, thanks very much. I hadn't thought to look there. I've not picked up a serious camera in a long time, so the total time I've spent in the Develop Persona up until now is vanishingly small. Also, the majority of the images I'll be working with over the coming weeks will be produced from my scanner – not even a camera.
Pity there are no keyboard shortcuts or even just the ability to record the required clicks in a macro but, apart from that, it looks as if it's what I was looking for. Right - onwards and upwards!
Hi MBd - I know that one, but thanks anyway. (My last version of Photoshop was CS3 (from 2007, wow!), which finally gave up the ghost something like three or so years ago. I suspect the Levels trick was old even when CS3 came out.) I agree, it's a really, really useful trick – and I share your frustration that it's missing from Curves.


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On November 7, the Quebec government moved forward with Bill 60, which retains the provision of prohibiting public sector employees from wearing conspicuous religious symbols, dropping the previously proposed exemption for universities and hospitals and substituting a time-limited transition to full implementation.
At its meeting of November 28th, McGill’s Board of Governors passed the same resolution. This resolution is in keeping with previous statements regarding the principles of the McGill community.
As is normal procedure for bills, the Committee on Institutions of the Quebec National Assembly will hold public hearings beginning January 14, 2014. We believe that McGill University should use these hearings to make our views known. To this end, the University will submit a brief to the Committee and request to appear at the hearings.

industry_corpus2: Politics & Administration


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TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Alabama tailback Eddie Lacy made his most-scrutinized runs since the BCS championship game.
Lacy, a former Dutchtown High School star, ran the 40 in 4.57 and 4.60 seconds Thursday before representatives from about 20 NFL teams, according to NFL.com. A hamstring injury kept him from performing for the stopwatches at the combine or the Crimson Tide's initial pro day.
Lacy said he's close to 100 percent healthy after getting hurt during training.
"During my 40, I was a little nervous about actually opening up but I ran a pretty good time, so I'm satisfied with that," he said.
Lacy, who was MVP of the title game against Notre Dame, is projected as the top running back in the draft. He's hoping to join Tide predecessors Trent Richardson and Mark Ingram as a first-round pick, though some draft projections have him slipping into the second.
The 5-foot-11, 230-pound Lacy also did shuttle runs and other drills but appeared winded at times and had to step out of the indoor practice facility briefly to catch his breath at one point.
"That was the most intense it's been for me since I've been coming off my hamstring injury and just trying to work myself back into shape," Lacy said.
He spent the latter part of the workout running pass routes and didn't have any drops. Lacy ran for 1,322 yards and 17 touchdowns and caught 17 passes for 189 yards as a junior in his lone season as the starter.
Lacy said his pass-catching was the second-biggest thing he wanted to show NFL teams behind his 40 time.
"I didn't have a lot of opportunities here at Alabama to show my hands out of the backfield," Lacy said. "During the pass drills, I just wanted to go out and show them that I could catch.
"I probably bobbled a pass or two but everything else was caught clean."
Lacy worked much of the session with Miami Dolphins running backs coach Jeff Nixon. Tennessee Titans running backs coach Sylvester Croom was also among those present.
Lacy was slowed by nagging injuries early in the season but finished with two huge games. He ran for a career-high 181 yards in the SEC championship game against Georgia, when he was also MVP, and gained 140 against Notre Dame.
Tide coach Nick Saban doesn't think speed is an issue with Lacy.
"He's faster than you think," Saban said Wednesday. "He has very deceptive speed, and very deceptive quickness. For three or four years around here, I've been watching Eddie Lacy, who everybody thinks is a little (too) straight-line as a runner and can't make people miss in the hole with his sudden quickness and great change of direction.
"He's physical, tough, he's got great size. He's a really good all-around player, a good receiver. He can block in pass protection and he can be physical when he needs to and get it downhill. I think Eddie is a very, very complete player. I don't really see a lot of flaws in his game. I think he'll be a very, very good player for somebody."
Lacy and teammates Dee Milliner, Chance Warmack and D.J. Fluker have all accepted invitations to attend the NFL draft in New York. Lacy initially had doubts about making that trip.
"I don't like big crowds or going to big places so I was going to spend it with my family," he said. "After a while, I started to think, it's not every day you get to go to a draft in New York. So I talked it over with my parents and I was given a chance to go back and we took it."

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A passionate and expressive style coupled with a formidable technique has garnered attention for Simon Powis as a talented soloist, chamber musician and innovator. Growing up in Sydney, Australia, Powis began his studies at the age of five on the cornet. Inspired by his brother’s musical pursuits he took up the guitar at age eleven and began an enduring obsession that would result in performances throughout Europe, Australia and the Americas.
After completing his studies at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music with Raffaele Agostino in 2004, Powis traveled extensively throughout Europe to study with some of the world’s most renowned virtuosos. Oscar Ghiglia, David Russell, Pavel Steidl and Aniello Desiderio have had a great impact on the musical style and technical foundation that Powis possesses. In 2006 Powis was invited to undertake a Masters of Music at Yale University on a full scholarship and upon completing this degree he was accepted as the first guitarist in over two decades to undertake doctoral studies at Yale. During his time at Yale the professor of guitar, Ben Verdery, offered instruction, support and guidance that readied him for a career as a professional musician.
Powis has toured extensively as a soloist with performances in the Kennedy Center (Washington D.C.), Australia House (London), and the Banff Center for the Arts (Canada). A strong passion for chamber music has resulted in international collaborations ranging from traditional groups such as the Modigliani String Quartet and Ian Swenson (violin) to less common performances with double bass, electronics, and even the tuba. Powis’s openness to innovation is exhibited by his devotion to performing new works. In the past years he has collaborated with a variety of composers to premiere over thirty new works on the concert stage.
As a teacher Powis has created one of the most extensive online education sites for the classical guitar, Learn Classical Guitar Online, and has interviewed world renowned musicians John Williams, Oscar Ghilgia and Benjamin Verdery on the site’s classical guitar podcast. He has conducted masterclasses in Lima, Mexico City, and New York, and at Yale he was employed as both a guitar instructor at the school of music and a teaching fellow in the department of music.


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Can I receive spousal support before my divorce is final? Do I have to go to court to get it?
Yes. You can receive spousal support before the divorce is final. Typically, prior to the divorce being finalized, support is called pendente lite support (which means while the case is pending). Pendente lite support may reference a portion as being spousal support and a separate portion being child support, if applicable. Or it may say the support is unallocated, which means it is meant to cover both spousal support and child support, but a specific breakdown is not provided. The key issue in regard to support while a case is pending is whether or not the support will be taxable as alimony or will not be taxable. In New Jersey, parties, their attorneys, or the court should be specific as to whether support is taxable or non-taxable to avoid any confusion. If there is no language in an agreement or court order that specifically notes spousal support or unallocated support as being non-taxable, it is assumed it is taxable to the recipient and tax deductible to the payor.
You do not have to go to court to obtain spousal support if you and your spouse reach an agreement on support. If an agreement is reached, a consent order can be prepared and filed with the court; but if an agreement is not reached, then you need to file a motion requesting that the court order spousal support. As part of the motion, a detailed budget demonstrating the specific need for spousal support must be provided. Typically, if ordered by the court, support is retroactive to when a motion is filed.
The amount of support paid on a pendente lite basis, or prior to the divorce being final, is not necessarily indicative of the amount of support that may be paid after the divorce by way of alimony. Prior to the divorce being finalized, the court views maintaining the status quo as an important part of the purpose of pendente lite support, but this is not a factor in determining alimony. In addition, a court may be reluctant to impute income to a party who has been out of work while the divorce is pending, but the party will be imputed income at the time of the final judgment of divorce. It is important to have support at a level that is appropriate while a divorce is pending so that neither party has an incentive to drag out the case or prolong the process because they are better off while the case is pending then they would be after the final judgment.
How do I apply for spousal support and how long does it take?


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On the community download site http://www.springsource.org/download/community. Here you find all the Spring jars bundled together into a zip file for easy download. The names of the jars here since version 3.0 are in the form org.springframework.*-<version>.jar.
In a public Maven repository hosted on Amazon S3 for development snapshots and milestone releases (a copy of the final releases is also held here). The jar file names are in the same form as Maven Central, so this is a useful place to get development versions of Spring to use with other libraries deployed in Maven Central.
If you are managing your dependencies by hand, the URL in the repository declaration above is not browsable, but there is a user interface at http://www.springsource.com/repository that can be used to search for and download dependencies. It also has handy snippets of Maven and Ivy configuration that you can copy and paste if you are using those tools.
A more common choice amongst SLF4J users, which uses fewer steps and generates fewer dependencies, is to bind directly to Logback. This removes the extra binding step because Logback implements SLF4J directly, so you only need to depend on two libraries not four (jcl-over-slf4j and logback). If you do that you might also need to exclude the slf4j-api dependency from other external dependencies (not Spring), because you only want one version of that API on the classpath.


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In other words, the threat of a CO2 emissions spike from bombarding a convoy of ISIS oil tanker trucks far outweighs the millions of dollars in funds it would bring and fund the teaching of hundreds of new terrorists how to blow themselves up in the middle of Paris.
As to not “wanting” to destroy that infrastructure, one wonders why: was it because a down payment had been made by the “president” of NATO-member Turkey?
Luckily as the clip below shows, the Russian military, which has had dramatic success in taking out not only the front end of ISIS (such as today’s elimination of the top “rebel leader” Zahran Alloush), but the all too critical back “infrastructure” end, has no such qualms.
So much success, in fact, that the “terrorists”, as the Russian Ministry of Defense bluntly calls them, have been forced to deploy new oil trafficking routes to escape the Russian airstrikes.
So far, however, this is not helping, and while ISIS continues to transit as much oil as it possibly can to Turkey where it is subsequently processed and sold to the rest of the world, Russia is making sure that as little of this oil survives and can be monetized, incidentally something the US military should have been doing from day one and paradoxically, something it has yet to do.
Here is a clip released by the Russian Ministry of Defense demonstrating the most severe attack yet by Russian fighter jets on a massive ISIS oil tanker convoy.
And just in case it is still unclear where these trucks are headed, here is another clip showing ISIS oil trucks crossing the Syrian-Turkish border.

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The 2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport is now in stock here at Land Rover Hoffman Estates, and we think that this remarkable premium crossover utility vehicle should meet the needs of most drivers in the Chicagoland area. You're welcome to come check out this all new model here at Land Rover Hoffman Estates. If you need some more persuasion to learn more about the Discovery Sport then read on to see what the critics are saying about this model.
Car and Driver: "The dapper looks of the Discovery Sport conceal its serious off-road credentials, which set it apart from its more on-road-oriented rivals. A 240-hp 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder, a nine-speed automatic, and standard all-wheel drive promise efficient all-weather performance. A four-mode Terrain Response system helps it adapt to a variety of situations-sand, snow, rocks, or mud. Seating for seven in a luxury-lined cabin means the whole family can tag along in comfort on adventures big or small."
Motor Trend: "The Discovery Sport boasts styling and brand-heritage unlike any other SUV in this popular segment," wrote Motor Trend. "We liked the Discovery Sport's looks, handling, and off-road capability."
US News: "If there's a rule that says going off-roading can't be done in style, the 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport never got the memo. Indeed, the Discovery Sport proudly wears its off-road credentials on its (dirty) sleeve while still managing to exude class and luxury."
Kelley Blue Book: "If you're looking for off-road ability with a Downtown Abbey pedigree, but don't have finances backed by the crown jewels, then the 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport deserves a look thanks to its off-road ability, and low price."
Find the latest Land Rover Discovery Sport here at 1051 W. Higgins Rd. in Hoffman Estates, IL. Land Rover Hoffman Estates is a quick trip from Schaumburg and anywhere else in the Chicagoland area, and we're happy to let you test drive the latest Discovery Sport today. Stop by or contact us online with any questions about the new Discovery Sport now!

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We better get real about our opponents. They are not well-meaning liberals. They are dangerous. The target is not Trump. They are out to get all of us.
An important hand signed confidential letter (in English) by Albert Einstein, reveal his reservations of associating with communism even in the fight against fascism.


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The Portmore is an impressive 5 bedroom detached Freehold House.
This double fronted home has a dual aspect living room with French doors to the patio, and an open plan, fully fitted, kitchen/dining room with bi-fold doors also leading directly onto the patio. There is a separate utility with back door. There is also a study, two cupboards and cloakroom on the ground floor. Upstairs are the five bedrooms, 2 with fitted wardrobes and en-suite shower rooms plus a family bathroom and a another full-height cupboard.
The ground floor has underfloor heating with ceramic tiles in the kitchen and utility room, family room and cloakroom. Outside is the enclosed, turfed rear garden, double garage and parking.


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2007 sees the release of a highly-acclaimed NADJA's full-length album "Corrasion", which was completely re-recorded in January 2007. The album is released on Foreshadow.
To date NADJA has released three full-length cds, an ep, a split 3" w/ British band Moss, & has appeared on several compilations.
'Base Fluid' - free internet single.


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Locating a good limo service could possibly be easier said than done in most instances. For starters it can show to be a very struggle, particularly if you have never hired a limo service before. There are several start-up companies around, offering whatever they describe as limo services but caution is necesary. Also, there are many that have hired themselves out to be chauffeurs services but they usually are not linked to an organization by work with themselves. But if you have to employ a limousine for the function or perhaps a party of some sort or other, you have to know that there are not really any mishaps which your vehicle itself will probably be well maintained. So that you can achieve this, you should know find out how to hire the most effective limousine service possible.
The best way to start is with the Internet. You will discover limousine rental service directories online that will assist you to define your pursuit. Alternatively, search for a limo service in your particular area. In picking the organization make certain you are choosing wisely. Some provide services only for a selected niche of society.
Quite simply, the business might only provide limos for celebs, dignitaries, diplomats, and so forth. They won’t be available for high school graduation parties.
Because of the simplicity of the world wide web you will be able to book your limo service online. Before you do, make sure that you view the service actually offering, because some offer party buses as well as other services that might be more appropriate for your requirements. Send out website will likely be certain to provide you with all the relevant and pertinent information that you want. You may want to manage to find feedback left by clients that have utilized their helps. This is a great method to determine if the organization is really a legitimate and professional concern.
Inspite of the reason why you require the limousine service continue to keep the cost limit you can afford, as well as the quality you are looking for, inside the forefront of your respective mind. Once you’ve compared the costs of some of the limousine rental services you will have a great thought of what will you ultimately have to spend.
Quality is an issue simply on its own. The service quality of an limo service that you simply hire to get a prom is probably not suited to an alternative form of event, for instance a wedding, as an example. If you wish to ensure that everything will be of an particular standard you will have to be prepared to pay more.
Make your booking beforehand when you have picked the limo company that suits you. Read the booking since the date draws nearer. Obviously you don’t want to become left stranded on the big day. And finally, limo companies know that their services are something most people find exciting. Most of the time the experience of finding a limo service, although not as straightforward as might rather be thought, can be a fun one.
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Located in Mareeba and servicing the entire Far North Queensland region, FNQ Filters & Parts is your one-stop-shop for filters, spare parts and hydraulics. We stock a range of spare parts and accessories to suit all vehicle and machinery types. These include batteries, belts, bolts and much more. Our team have extensive product knowledge, ensuring we supply and fit the right part for your needs.
FNQ Filters & Parts specialise in sourcing hard-to-find parts, especially filters. Our range includes air, oil, fuel, hydraulic, transmission and cabin filters. We have filters for all types of machinery, from lawnmowers to cars, trucks, tractors right up to heavy earthmoving machinery. We believe we have the largest range of filters in North Queensland.
The brands we sell include Fleetguard, Donaldson, Baldwin, Wesfil, Sakura, Filtrec and more. By having so many brands at our disposal, we are able to supply the filters necessary for almost any machine. We are the first place to come when you need a hard-to-find filter.
Call in and see us today for help with all of your filter needs.
At FNQ Filters & Parts, we stock everything you need to keep your machinery running. We stock a large range of fast-moving parts for all popular brands of vehicle, especially 4WDs. If we don't have the part in stock, we will try our best to get the parts you require as quickly as possible.
We have an extensive range of hoses in stock, including fuel, coolant, air and transmission hoses. Being the Mareeba Hydraulink agent, we are also able to make hydraulic hoses on the premises or at your place with our mobile hose truck.
The brands we stock are too numerous to mention here. You can be confident that there arenot many brands we are not able to source for our clients.
We can supply a range of filters for heavy duty equipment, 4x4s, cars and agricultural machinery. From oil filters, fuel filters to air and hydraulic filters, we ensure you get the right product for your needs. We are your first stop for a wide range of tractor and agricultural parts in Mareeba.
FNQ Filters & Parts in Mareeba is your local supplier of hard-to-find filters, spare parts and hydraulic products. We cater for all heavy machinery—including mowers, mining equipment, transport vehicles and earthmovers—as well as all vehicle makes and models. We've got you covered, whatever your filter or hydraulics needs might be. You simply cannot go wrong with our extensive product range and our mobile hydraulic repair service.

industry_corpus2: Manufacturing


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Blogging has grown immensely in popularity in recent years and, while many people start a blog because they want to share their knowledge and write about a subject they have a great interest in, others start a blog with the primary motivation to make money. In other cases, some people just want to have something to share with the world or to build up a presence online. If one of your primary reasons to start a blog is to make money from it in the future, then you should choose your niche carefully. The following three tips will help you to decide on the best compromise between blogging about what you know and what you want to blog about and making something that is profitable.
THIS is the course I personally used to become successful online.
This should seem obvious, but many bloggers who start their websites with the primary purpose of making money don’t seem to realize this. Choosing a niche solely because it’s profitable, even if you have little or no interest in the subject, might work for some, but it is generally not a good idea. If you cannot create content with passion, your readers are not likely to feel very inspired either.
Even if you do not plan to write any of the content for your blog yourself, you should still be familiar with your subject. Blogging to establish a powerful online presence and to earn some extra cash is not only about writing posts on a regular basis. It is also about social media and interacting with your audience and in order to get involved in your audience, you are going to need to know your field at least reasonably well.
This is not to say that you need to be some unrivalled expert in your field. Blogging is also a learning experience in itself. As you build your blog and create content for it, you will be spending plenty of time researching and communicating with your visitors via post comments, email, forums and social networking sites. Starting a blog with an interest in the subject you are blogging about and one which you have a reasonable overall knowledge of is a suitable start. With a little perseverance and ambition, you will eventually become an expert in the field.
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This one can be tricky. You can find blogs on any just about any conceivable subject on the Internet, but there are some which are more profitable than others. Profitability of certain niches is not invariable either. The Internet is very much a living, dynamic world created entirely by the billions of people who use it. This means that it follows certain trends. Popular niches come and go while others have a great deal of stamina and are likely to remain popular.
How great is the competition? If there are thousands of other blogs covering much the same subject, you will generally have to work a lot harder and spend a lot more time drawing enough traffic to your blog to make money.
How obscure is the subject? The more obscure your niche is, the less competition you will have. On the other hand, you may find yourself in a situation where your chosen subject is just too specific that it will never really be able to attract enough visitors.
Are there enough relevant products and services that you can advertise on your blog? Affiliate marketing is one of the major aspects of making money from a blog. You will need to be able to advertise products and services as part of affiliate programs and these need to be things that your visitors are most likely to be interested in.
Is your subject underrepresented on the Web? Some subjects are popular, yet there isn’t enough content to satisfy the market. Such subjects can turn out to be highly profitable.
Check out this great article for tips on how to choose a topic you already know and love.
As previously stated, sticking with a very specific subject, even if it is a fairly popular one, is generally not the way to success. You need to be prepared to branch out and cover related subjects which your visitors are also likely to be interested in. For example, if you are passionate about astronomy and wish to start a blog covering various news updates on the subject, why not have another section of your blog covering things like telescope reviews? This way, even if is not the primary subject of your blog, you will be providing something else of interest to many of your visitors and, selling telescopes through affiliate programs, you will have the potential to make a fortune once your blog receives a decent amount of traffic.
It is also a good idea to maintain multiple blogs on related subjects which are all linked to each other so that you can share more with your readers. Going back to the example subject of astronomy, this is just one of many niches of the hugely expansive world of science. You could have another blog on natural history, another on technological advances and many more on other subjects which the readers of your primary blog might be interested in. Branching out and not being afraid of going a little outside your comfort zone is both an important part of learning and a great way to expand your income.
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industry_corpus2: Computing & Telecommunications


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The kids' guide to EcoCamp!
The absolute minimum age for children wanting to stay at the EcoCamp is 6 years old at the time of travel, or within the same month.
All those between 6 and 12 years are considered to be children.
Children between 6 and 12 years can receive up to a 50%* discount.
All children must be in good health and able to cope with physical, outdoor excursions in variable weather.
Children between the ages of 6-9 may take part in all Wildlife Safari NATURE excursions marked with the difficulty category "Easy" (e.g. the Grey Glacier boat excursion, nature walks, etc).
Children between the ages of 6 -9 will NOT be able to participate in the higher-level difficulty activities of the Wildlife Safari program, the 7 Day W Trek, or the 5 Day Short W Trek (e.g. base of the Towers Trek).
EcoCamp must be provided with a written and signed declaration from a guardian stating their responsibility for the child, that the child has previously undertaken trekking activities for a period of over 8 hours, and is in good physical health (EcoCamp will provide this form).
The family must authorize us to hire a private guide in case the child cannot perform well during the trek.. This rule has to exist because we must bear in mind the other guests and ensure that they too have a good experience during the excursion!
8) Cascada Expediciones and Ecocamp Patagonia are against the exploitation of human beings in any form, particularly sexual, especially when it can affect children. We take all possible measures, for our staff, suppliers and customers to prevent this. In case of minors traveling with us, we ask the accompanying adults to provide proof that they are parents or close relatives. All our suppliers are required to prevent the exploitation of human beings in any form as well. Regarding our staff, we do not work with minors and comply with existing labor legislation in Chile.
* Keep in mind that you will be detained by customs if you are traveling with children and both parents are not present. Grandparents or legal guardians traveling with children under the age of 18 must present proof of custody or letters from the child's natural parents authorizing the trip.
But what can I do if I have children under 6 years old?
We truly regret that children under 6 years cannot stay in our domes at the EcoCamp. But why not check out these other family-friendly destinations to ignite a passion for adventure and eye-opening travel which will last a lifetime? Have a read here.
A whole menagerie awaits your family!
Let it never be said then that Chile and Patagonia are only for the grown-ups! For tips on enjoying Patagonia with the kids, why not check out our article here, or for a top guide to hiking with children don’t miss this. And why not download our fabulous, printer-friendly Patagonia scavenger hunt so they can record everything they stumble across? To find out about more information about child discounts and how they work, send us an email or give us a call so we can answer your questions.

industry_corpus2: Travel & Geography


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The goal of the CCMEP is to provide eligible area youth and young adults (16 - 24 years old) with the opportunity to meet their academic secondary education, post-secondary education and employment goals.
Are you interested in joining the CCMEP network of Mentors?
Do you have the skills necessary to help Tutor our area youth and young adults to help them toward success in school?
If you answered yes to either of these questions, then join us in giving youth and young adults in Lorain County the chance to succeed!

industry_corpus2: Subject Education


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CEDAR Exposure Trip to Nepal was held from 26 April to 3 May. Twelve of us went to Nepal, traversing rough hills and rolling rivers to visit the remote villages in the footsteps of the our partner. We saw beautiful faces filled with joy and confidence, and listened to their stories of life transformation from impoverishment to development.
We sincerely invite you to join this sharing gathering to witness and experience the graceful transformation among the impoverished communities.
Venue>Suite 501, Rightful Centre, 12 Tak Hing St., Kln.


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Economic uncertainties, a lack of financial liquidity and reduced business confidence have conspired to create a flat-line in the economic heartbeat. This hiatus affects the counter-cyclical businesses too with activity in these areas taking time to build momentum whilst the growth engine has stalled. “Standing still and waiting for what happens next” sums up the prevailing mood for many.
Clients face the same significant economic pressures and will look to their professional advisers to help them achieve objectives more quickly, surely and cheaply than ever before. This is an opportunity to capture market share for those that are willing to rise to the challenge. Paradoxically, this is not a time for standing still but rather for taking decisive action to better position the firm to be fit for the future, whatever that may look like!
This edition of HedsUP! takes as its theme the ways in which firms can improve decision making and reduce uncertainty in their economic outlook, focus on the core skills and the capabilities which really make a difference and ensure that they are nimble and adaptive whilst maintaining clear strategic direction.
Please give me a call if there is anything that you would like to discuss.
The MPF Annual European Practice Management Awards. Europe’s premier awards for excellence in professional services management, are now in their 7th year. Showcasing leadership in a wide range of management disciplines, the awards will be announced at a ceremony and gala dinner will take place on 8 October in London. Andrew Hedley will again be one of the expert judges. For more information about the awards click here.


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People behave better when they suspect others are watching.
If you want your toilet floor clean, make urinal use into a target practice. A little nudging can go a long way.
The simple-minded addiction to the efficient market hypothesis can lead to super-rational behavior.
Pricing at opportunity cost rather than historical cost can solve market shortages. In other words, "price gouging" can be an unsung hero.
Intransitive choices are illogical but make life manageable.
Efficient assignment of property rights could achieve efficient adverse impact without negotiation cost and Coasian bargaining.
The Bank of England is injecting money directly into the economy to meet the inflation target.
By reducing information cost, the internet has ushered in many novel two-sided markets.
Livingeconomics.org accepts donations for re-direction to local charities.


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Destiny's story continues in the officially licensed comic book series from American Mythology.
The latest issue of American Mythology’s turn at the Stargate universe has arrived!
Now in stores in the U.S. and online is the third issue of the new SGU comic book series, written by Mark L. Haynes and J. C. Vaughn. The “Back to Destiny” storyline picks up right where the final episode of the television series left off.
In the story the crew of Destiny has been revived from stasis only to discover a crew of living Ancients also on board the ship.
Vasi and her long-dormant Ancients have taken over Destiny, leaving Colonel Young, Eli and a small handful of the crew to try to take back the ship — a vessel they’ve never had full control of in the best of times.
The digital comic is available now from Amazon / Comixology, with a $3.99 cover price. Check in with your local comic book store for the hard copy.
On the Atlantis side, “Hearts & Minds” Issue #3 is also out now.
Keep up with the latest SGU and SGA comics in GateWorld’s Comics guide. Meanwhile, check out the Issue #3 preview and cover gallery below.

industry_corpus2: Film & Entertainment


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The results of meetings that Prime Minister Shinzo Abe held with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Keqiang seem to bode well for an improvement in Japan-China relations, which have been strained for years. Difficult issues remain that cloud prospects for better bilateral ties, but momentum toward such an outcome is building just as both Abe and Xi have solidified their political footing at home — Abe with yet another landslide win by his ruling coalition in the October general election and Xi after tightening his grip on power at the Chinese Communist Party convention last month. Both leaders should use their solidified power bases in the efforts to overcome differences and repair bilateral relations.
Abe held talks with Xi on Saturday in Danang, Vietnam on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit, and with Li in Manila on Monday on the fringes of a series of meetings between the Association of Southeast Asian Nations and its partners. It is rare for Japan’s prime minister to hold back-to-back meetings with a Chinese president and premier over such a short period.
During the Abe-Xi talks — their sixth meeting since they both took power in 2012 — the prime minister expressed his hope to “strongly” push for improvement in Japan-China ties under the principle of a “mutually beneficial strategic relationship.” Abe requested that Xi visit Japan at an early date, and Xi replied that he attaches importance to mutual visits by top leaders of the two countries. No top Chinese leader has come to Japan for bilateral talks since 2008 — an extraordinary situation given the importance of the Japan-China relationship. This situation should be rectified as quickly as possible.
Xi told Abe that their meeting marks a “new start” for bilateral ties. He did not forget to add, however, that many issues must be resolved for the bilateral relationship to improve — an allusion to the territorial row over the Senkaku Islands in the East China Sea and issues related to wartime history. In an apparent reference to Chinese vessels’ frequent intrusion into Japan’s territorial waters around the islands, Abe also said there will be no real improvement in Japan-China relations without stabilizing the East China Sea situation. But he refrained from directly touching on China’s aggressive maritime postures in the South China Sea, including its construction of military bases on man-made islands created in disputed waters. Instead he merely stressed the importance of a free and open navigational order based on the rule of law in any part of the world.
A positive development on a concrete issue was that Abe and Xi agreed to expedite bilateral talks for establishing an air and naval communication mechanism between Japanese and Chinese defense authorities. Talks on such a mechanism, intended to avert accidental clashes, have made little tangible progress since they began roughly a decade ago. Given the importance of the mechanism in view of the territorial row and China’s expanded naval activities in the region, the two governments should make efforts to ensure that it will become operative as soon as possible.
China has a crucial role to play in resolving the crisis over North Korea’s nuclear weapons and ballistic missiles development — the biggest security threat to Japan. Abe expressed hope that China will implement United Nations-initiated sanctions against Pyongyang to stop its nuclear and missile programs. Reiterating his call on the international community to maximize pressures on the North Korean regime of Kim Jong Un, Abe urged Beijing to use its position of influence over Pyongyang to play a “constructive role.” The two leaders are said to have agreed to deepen cooperation toward the denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula. But it’s not clear whether the apparent gap between Abe and Xi, who told U.S. President Donald Trump last week that dialogue along with the sanctions will be important to resolve the crisis, was narrowed in the Saturday talks.
Abe frequently keeps in touch with Trump as well as South Korean leader Moon Jae-in through telephone conversations to coordinate their positions on the North Korean issues. But Abe has not established such a rapport with Xi. The Japanese and Chinese governments should strive to build an environment in which their top leaders can maintain direct communication to discuss crucial regional issues.
Now that both Abe and Xi have consolidated their power at home, they are in a better position to take concrete steps to advance bilateral ties and deepen cooperation to help end North Korea’s nuclear and missile ambitions. At the same time, Xi will likely use his newly strengthened position to seek to expand China’s interest and influence overseas. It will require adroit diplomacy on the part of Japan to carefully prevent a clash of Japanese and Chinese interests while seeking to build a mutually trustworthy bilateral relationship.


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Stylish Events By Lisa is a creative wedding planning company based out of Phoenix, Arizona. Offering several bridal packages, design and destination services, this company is very versatile. They specialize in unique spaces and concepts for wedding events. They believe that no two events should be the same. Stylish Events is here to ensure that the dream you have for your wedding day becomes a reality.
Lisa is seriously one of a kind! She was very calm, cool, and collected from day one and never pressured us to do anything or use any particular vendors. She fully embraced our vision and let us make all the decisions while seamlessly organizing and coordinating everything we needed for an amazing day. She is fun to work with, very creative, and super experienced. We put our full trust in her and were not disappointed. Because of Lisa and her team we were able to be very relaxed and in the moment on our big day. We cannot recommend Lisa enough!
Lisa is a creative planner who always puts her clients' needs first.
I love Lisa with Stylish Events by Lisa. She is creative, fun, ambitious, inventive, reliable and trustworthy. I highly recommend Lisa for any event big or small.

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Before a night out most of us spend the longest time deciding what to put on our feet. There was a time when we would automatically reach for the shoes with the highest heel but the popularity of flats is on the rise. With party season in full swing I debate whether heels or flats are the way to go especially as flats are no longer just functional; they have also become fashionable.
Heels have the ability to take a relatively plain outfit and elevate it so that you look like you have made much more effort than you have. They have the power to make you look smarter, walk taller, and hold yourself better. Many argue that heels are empowering as your confidence can increase just by slipping on a pair.
If you choose heels don’t go too high if you can’t comfortably walk, there is nothing worse than looking like Bambi on ice. Buy them with a soft inner sole and consider investing in Party Feet. When it comes to walking you should take a shorter stride and place your foot with your weight evenly on the ball and heel. This should stop you twisting an ankle or snapping a stiletto.
Flats on the other hand let you dance the night away without your feet going numb, or ending up in a world of pain as you give up on your night out and hobble for a taxi. They also offer you considerably more stability than a heel and there is minimal risk of falling over in a flat (unless you really are that accident prone/ drunk).
If you do decide to rock a flat shoe then go for a style with an almond shaped toe and aim to contrast your outfit with your footwear. For example, if you are wearing a princess like tulle skirt consider trying casual, almost sporty flats.
But what it really comes down to is personal preference and what you feel most comfortable in. For me it is the highest of heels. I love how they make you strut your stuff and to be honest I actually find them more comfortable. I have worn heels most of my life and every time I attempt anything like a ballet pump my feet are ripped to shreds. Any tips to stop this happening would be much appreciated!
Let me know which you prefer, are you team heels or team flats?
Heels from House of CB. Flats are from River Island. Images from store websites.


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Cycling is a power sport. The stronger you are, the faster you can go on a bike.
Power = [force that your feet apply to the pedals] x [cadence, or how fast you spin your pedals].
Cadence is the number of pedal revolutions per minute (RPMs). Bicycle computers that show your cadence are available in bike shops and online bicycle catalogs.
Your bicycle has gears so that you can change the force necessary to push on the pedals by using higher or lower gears. You need to reduce the gear ratio to pedal faster, but if you go too low you will spin so fast that you lose coordination and waste energy. If you are grinding and having to put great force on your pedals, your gear ratio is too high and you are just going to exhaust yourself and go slower than you want.
You want to pedal as fast as you can with the greatest force you can maintain on your pedals, but if you spin too fast, your brain cannot coordinate your muscles so you lose efficiency. Try to choose gears that allow you to spin as fast as you can and still feel some pressure on your pedals.
When you feel tired and your muscles hurt on a long ride, your fatigue is caused by running out of sugar stored in your muscles. In one study, racers spinning at 50 pedal strokes per minute used up far more of their stored muscle sugar (glycogen) than they used up while spinning at 100 revolutions per minute to generate the same amount of power (Eur J Appl Physiol, Aug 2004;92(4-5):443-51) . Their bodies consumed the same amount of oxygen and had the same heart and breathing rates, total rate of power production and blood lactate levels. Interestingly, the extra loss of muscle sugar pedaling at 50 revolutions per minute occurred only in fast-twitch muscle cells that govern strength and speed. Over 30 minutes, the fast-twitch muscle fibers lost 50 percent of their glycogen (sugar) at 50 rpm and only 33 percent at 100 rpm. That means that your muscles weaken far more at 50 RPM than at 100 RPM because you are putting so much pressure on your pedals.
If you are beginner, spend several weeks learning to become comfortable on your bike and ride at any cadence that is comfortable for you. However, as you become more accustomed to your bike and want to learn to ride more efficiently, try to pedal at a faster cadence in which you are still comfortable and feel adequate pressure on your pedals.
Serious riders should be able to hold a cadence between 80 and 90 for most of their rides. Since aging reduces power and strength, older bicycle racers are weaker and will use a lower cadence during races than younger riders (Med Sci Sports Exerc, 2010;42(11):p2128-p2133).


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The autumn/winter catwalks had the trend for oversized scarves well covered. How did it become cool to be swaddled?
It has been six years since Lenny Kravitz launched a million memes with his gigantic scarf. This autumn, his neckwear looks a little less daft: the blanket-scarf trend has gone big.
Cardi B was one of the first to nail it, wearing a purple blanket boldly decorated with a picture of her own face in lieu of a coat to traverse the concourse at LAX airport earlier this year – the perfect accessory for a celebrity hiding in plain sight.


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Do I have a Fanpage?
I am wondering if the page I set up for my online business is a fan page, how can I tell?
I also have some apps that do now show on my timeline for my fan page, if it is one, how can I get my apps to show under my Headline picture? They do show in the left side of the page.
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In an article that appeared in the March 2016 issue of Resort Trades magazine, executive benefits consultancy, Fulcrum Partners LLC, challenged the timeshare and vacation ownership industry to become even more competitive for top talent through the strategic development of Long Term Incentive Plans. Citing University of Central Florida Rosen College of Hospitality Management Assistant Professor, Amy Gregory, who identified growth indicators that suggest competition for top talent in the timeshare sector will get tougher in the years ahead, Fulcrum Partners has recommended strategies to help the industry remain competitive.
The Fulcrum Partners team of experienced industry professionals serves with diverse skillsets, targeted experience and in-depth knowledge in executive compensation and benefits consulting. Founded in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida (2007), today the company has offices in Atlanta, Georgia; Chicago, Illinois; Charleston, South Carolina; Columbus, Ohio; Delray Beach, Florida; Honolulu, Hawaii; Houston, Texas; Los Angeles, California; Orlando, Florida; Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida; Portland, Oregon; and Washington DC.