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Happy New Year! We hope you and your pets enjoyed the holiday season. 2018 brought many changes as we continue our modernization of the practice- electronic medical records, our new therapy laser, and our online client communication portal.
As part of our vision for 2019, we aim to improve pet health education. Our goal for January is to raise awareness of the benefits of senior bloodwork screens. This bloodwork allows for earlier detection of common senior diseases. Early detection leads to early intervention and ultimately delays the development of these diseases. We invite you to help your pet start 2019 right with $40 off senior bloodwork screens during the month of January. Read on to learn about the benefits of senior bloodwork screening.
It’s hard to appreciate changes in ourselves that develop gradually over time. Likewise, subtle changes in our pet’s appetite, playfulness, and energy level can be hard to appreciate. Combine that subtlety with an animal’s inherent tendency to hide an injury, and suddenly it can be extremely hard to realize your pet is dealing with an illness. Animals age faster than we humans do, so diseases like arthritis, heart disease, and kidney disease can seem to come on out of nowhere.
Despite these challenges, we have the ability to do blood work that gives a peek into the internal health of an animal. Blood work is typically a combination of tests looking at blood cells (red blood cell, white blood cell, and platelet counts) and internal organ function (kidney, liver, pancreas, blood glucose, electrolytes, and thyroid). By performing senior blood work, we can check for early signs of disease in the bone marrow or organs. Senior blood work allows us to know whether a patient can and is tolerating medications, such as NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications), and allows us to monitor the progression of disease.
Historically, veterinarians were only able to detect kidney disease once a patient had lost 66% of their normal kidney function. There is a newer test, called the SDMA, which allows a veterinarian to detect changes in kidney function as early as 40% loss. Other common findings with kidney diseases are changes in the blood urea nitrogren (BUN), creatinine, phosphorus, potassium, red blood cell, and blood protein levels (albumen).
The liver is the only organ in the body with regenerative capabilities. The liver is also an amazing organ that processes most toxins, makes clotting factors and important blood proteins, and stores sugar, vitamins, and minerals. The liver can show markers for inflammation and infection elsewhere in the body, as well as problems with different important glands (endocrine organs), and even cancer.
With age, dogs tend to have underactive thyroid whereas cats tend to have an overactive thyroid. Signs of thyroid disease in dogs includes lethargy, weight gain, as well as hair loss and dry flakey skin. Signs of thyroid disease in cats include irritability, weight loss despite a good appetite, poor haircoat, vomiting, diarrhea, as well as increased thirst and urination. An overactive thyroid can lead to the development of serious heart disease in cats, which can cause blood clots, severe heart rhythm abnormalities, high blood pressure, and even congestive heart failure. When hyperthyroidism is left untreated in cats, the kidneys can become seriously and irreversibly damaged. Screening of the thyroid levels allows earlier detection of problems and prevention of the side effects on the other internal organs.
The pancreas has two very important functions: 1) to release insulin for blood sugar regulation, and 2) to release digestive enzymes. Inflammation of the pancreas can cause abdominal pain, vomiting, loss of appetite, and energy. Chronic pancreatic inflammation is linked to inflammatory bowel disease in cats and the development of diabetes mellitus in dogs. Senior blood panels include an assessment of blood sugar, urine sugar, electrolytes and markers for inflammation in the body that can be associated with pancreatic disease.


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So Atheist Republic voted no to reinstate me after an admin removed me with no cause and no actual rule violation. Now let me preface this first by saying that this is not a “butthurt” post and I actually think AR is a great organization and love many of Armin’s videos. This blog is about the heavy handed moderation of atheist FB groups that allow their mods to mute/boot people they are having discussions with and falsely accuse them of breaking rules when they don’t understand your argument. This is a growing trend I have see not just in AR on FB but in a few groups. I was muted once in an atheist group just for asking an admin for evidence for their claim. Other people on my FB page have told me they have been removed from atheist groups for dare questioning a mod on a controversial topic. This all lends to what I call #atheistdogma. That isn’t that atheist as a group have dogma, no…it is the approach some atheist take that will do anything to promote their views even to the extend of denying logic and actual physical evidence provide to them. This I do realize isn’t all atheist and many atheist are amazing in their argumentation and debate skill…but that is because they took the time to learn the arguments. Learn a little about logic…and especially about philosophy.
After some time passed I was told because I had screen shot on my personal FB page that I had up AFTER they removed me which I said I would remove of course if allowed back in that they would not allow me back in. I was told leaving it up would hurt my chances of getting back in (by Mod Chizzy who has been communicative and informative so I do appreciate her help in all this), but I wanted to see if their admins processed the ability to moderate fairly and say “If you remove your post we will allow you back in” as that is what would have been fair remedy.
1) Can remove anyone seeming for any reason.
2) Expects people who are no longer in the group to follow the rules of a group they are not even in?
AR on FB is getting a very bad reputation for this and I wanted to see first hand why (Which is why I started posted in there in the first place).
I am in 40+ FB groups there is no shortage of atheist groups which are much more active than the handful of views/comments I get on a post on AR. I wonder why? They want an echo chamber of memes and nothing of substance. It is a shame as I think AR is a good organization and Armin has been polite and helpful so this is nothing towards AR as an organization…but anytime you have a group of mods on FB that use mute/boot to control a conversation that have no guidelines then you end up with unfair moderation.
Now I don’t believe for a second that any of this had to really do with my tone, my post, or my screenshot. This was about my message that many atheist continually put out misinformation and refuse to be acknowledge they could be wrong. Not about their theological beliefs, but about the philosophy involved in regards to the topic. So many have been spoon fed idioms and catch phrases that they really don’t even know how to justify their atheism. (I will be writing a blog entry on that eventually on how an atheist can easily justify their position to a theist).
As a comparator in the Great Debate Community moderators are always fair and specific guidelines to follow before removal of someone. We allow open and honest dialog on topics and admins can not remove someone that they are currently having a discussion with as that shows bias.
Since G+ groups are terminating April 2nd we will be migrating to our FB group so please let everyone know.

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It's our 25th Anniversary! Since 1992, Emperor Divers has welcomed divers and guests to our dive centres and liveaboards in the Red Sea and, more recently, the Maldives.
Read on to see how you can join the celebrations with free gifts from us.
Recognise any of the faces?
Driven by a ceaseless commitment to top-notch customer service and a deep understanding of what divers want, we have grown consistently since our early days based in Hurghada to offer the same service across its Red Sea and Maldives dive centres and liveaboards.
In 2014, we moved into the diving arena of the Maldives with three liveaboards giving guests a choice of diving adventure. In 2016, we expanded to become the biggest liveaboard fleet operator in the Maldives today.
The proof is in the pudding and guests from as far back as 1992 (yes those founding days) still choose us as their diving partner; no longer guests but very much friends of Emperor.
Liveaboard diving in the Red Sea continues to attract thousands of divers each year and the diving in Marsa Alam is always a star attraction; as much to do with the longevity of the team there as well as the chance to dive with dugong, dolphins and sharks. El Gouna remains a favourite with one of the main attractions being northern Hurghada sites, which divers have been enjoying since we first opened there.
New boats and routes in the Maldives keep us at the forefront, giving guests new ways to dive and enjoy the iconic sites. Special trips include free video and photography workshops with highly experienced dive guides.
A quarter of a century on, the Emperor team is looking forward to the next milestone and continuing to give guests the best experience whether it be in the Red Sea or the Maldives.
FREE gifts from us to you!
To celebrate, we're getting the party started to mark the 25th year of Emperor Divers, 1992 - 2017!
The first new 25 bookings we receive will enjoy vouchers and money off.
The first 24 will each receive a €25 voucher to spend on board an Emperor Liveaboard or an Emperor Red Sea resort.
The 25th booking will receive €250 against your next Red Sea or Maldives liveaboard.
The countdown starts, Thursday 5th January, so book online or send your booking request to reservations@emperordivers.com to receive your gift!
This page contains a single entry by Bryony published on January 3, 2017 9:22 AM.
Fabulous Maldives photos from recent workshop was the previous entry in this blog.
We're at BOOT, Düsseldorf - hope to see you there is the next entry in this blog.

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A two day practical workshop in which you will learn the reflexology sequence as used in China and many parts of Asia.
Fast, efficient and effective with a flowing motion.
Use of creams and knuckle-work – respite for the thumbs.
Pressure can be varied, but firmer pressure can be applied for those who need it.
Allows your practice to grow with minimum physical impact to you.
Clients love it. They comment that they can feel immediate effects.
In Singapore and many parts of Asia, reflexology clinics are commonplace and business people queue to have their daily session in their breaks and reflexology is used as a tune-up and not as a relaxation therapy.
Many tourists and other visitors to Asia have experienced this form of reflexology, especially flight personnel and people who are there regularly for business. The frequent enquiries show that there is a demand for this direct, less esoteric approach This course will provide you with a thorough workout which can be performed in 30 minutes. The client receives all the usual benefits of reflexology and leaves refreshed with all body systems revitalised.
The Chinese sequence will be invaluable for all reflexologists who wish to work in the corporate sector, for Asian clients, for clients who need more pressure and to help you increase your practice. Many course participants have reported fantastic responses by their clients, so this has become a most popular workshop.
I loved the weekend. Your whole approach and teaching style is excellent. I felt totally involved and felt confident to start as soon as possible. Many thanks, Sue. Keep teaching this wonderful work.
Really enjoyable and interesting – among the best workshops I’ve been to.
An excellent workshop – fantastic learning experience – so enjoyable.

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Drago Entertainment’s free to play resurrection of Otherland, the sci-fi MMORPG based off of the popular Tad Williams novels, won’t be releasing on Steam’s Early Access as scheduled this Wednesday. While the updated Steam page still says “August” for Early Access, no exact date is given.
While this is certainly disappointing news for fans of the upcoming game, if you live in the West, the reasoning may actually be good news for you. Drago Entertainment is finally listening to feedback that players in the west have been giving for months and spinning up US servers.
Look for a new game feature video and a possible new release date announcement later this week from the dev team.

industry_corpus2: Gaming


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With the guideline: “the better service quality is, the more fame increases”, Gemadept Dungquat has built and maintained a good relationship with shipper and customers around the world.
As shipping agency, Gemadept Dungquat supports shipping lines to research Vietnam market, serves vessels and satisfactorily handles all raising problems during vessels’ stay.
Gemadept Dung quat is also agency for cargo liner and heavy cargo vessels. Gemadept Dung quat provides all kinds of ship such as tanker, container, bulk and general cargo ship.

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London: India’s biggest mobile carrier Bharti Airtel Ltd has chosen UBS, JP Morgan and Citi to coordinate the London initial public offering of its Africa business, two sources familiar with the matter said.
Bharti Airtel owns telecom assets in 14 African countries. In the quarter ending June 2018, Africa revenue was Rs 20,100 crore and earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) were Rs 6800 crore.

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Spain host England in hopes of officially clinching a place in the Semi Final at the UEFA Nations League. After playing amazing football last month, Spain have continued that form as they beat Wales a few days back 1-4 in a friendly whereas England were held by a Croatia to a 0-0 draw and seemingly are in a relegation battle unless they can pull off a win here. Spain won at Wembley 1-2 last month and they are highly favoured to pick up a win against England again at home.
In 3 games since the World Cup, Spain have 3W 0D 0L 12 goals scored 2 goals conceded and beat two League A opponents under Luis Enrique. Red hot form.
Spain have not lost a game in 90 minutes in 27 matches straight.
Despite their great attacking stats, defensively Spain have been a little sluggish having only kept 3 clean sheets in previous 12 games.
Spain have one of the most in form strikers in the world in Paco Alcacer who has scored 9 goals in 5 apps for club and country this season. He Bagged a brace against Wales recently.
Spain are unbeaten in their last 10 matches against League A opposition. 5W 5D.
Only 3 of England’s last 10 matches had over 2.5 goals.
England have only won 2 of their last 10 matches against League A opposition. 5D 3L. They’ve only scored 5 goals in those matches and 9 of those games had under 2.5 goals.
Harry Kane is on a 6 game goal drought for England.
England have only kept 3 clean sheets in their previous 10 matches.
Spain: Spain will of course be missing Isco who is absent from the team this month due to his surgery back a few weeks ago. However, they have everyone else available. Also RB Carvajal is absent with an injury therefore Azpilicueta is expected to fill at RB. Against Wales we saw a mix of 1st and 2nd string players feature and we can expect some changes coming into this game. Asensio, Busquets and Nacho are likely to return into the starting line-up meanwhile Rodrigo could potentially start over Morata if Enrique chooses so after Rodrigo put together some impressive performances last month. We can expect the red hot Paco Alcacer to fill the void of Isco. Elsewhere Ramos, de Gea, Saul are all expected to start too.
England: Gareth Southgate will be missing 2 of his key players in Stones and Henderson who are suspended for this game therefore there will be opportunities for others. Joe Gomez is a likely replacement for Stones with Dunk being the other option whereas Winks is expected to fill the void of Henderson with Mount being the other midfield option. Elsewhere we shouldn’t expect any changes from the team that started against Croatia with Kane Sterling and Rashford leading the front line. We saw the 18 year old Jadon Sancho feature off the bench and we may get an opportunity to see him again late in the game. Southgate used a 4-3-3 formation on Friday and will likely stay with it.
Spain are tipped as big favourites here and rightly so. Spain to win has now dropped to around 1.65 therefore we’re going to look at a handicap. Spain -1 handicap holds a ton of value, even the -1.5 is worth the look given how well Spain are playing right now. Spain are simply the better side, they proved it at Wembley and now at home where they’re pretty much invincible it’d be hard to expect for England to stand much of a chance. We’re looking at a potential 2-0/3-0 win for Spain they will dominate this match and with the red hot scoring form that they’re showing they’ll take their chances. England’s record against top opposition is awful, they will be missing many key players and they will lose. Paco to score anytime is worth the look, he scores a goal every 27 minutes this season for club and country so if a chance falls he’ll score for sure.

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One of the best ways to help boys and girls right now is through a financial donation to Valley Teen Ranch. 80% of Valley Teen Ranch funding comes from Aid to Families with Dependent Children/Foster care monies. The balance of our funds comes from private grants and donations from individuals, churches, civic groups, and other philanthropic organizations.
Valley Teen Ranch is a Section 501(c)(3) non-profit, charitable corporation. In order to insure a growing program with quality care for young people, 20% of the budget must be covered by charitable donations. Tax-deductible gifts are always welcome.
This year alone, thousands of Central California’s young people will be influenced by crime and destruction. Sadly, the majority of them will be from problem families. At Valley Teen Ranch, our goal is to ease the pain caused by neglect, physical, emotional and sexual abuse or delinquency and begin the healing process. Please, help us help many.
Valley Teen Ranch is a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Donations are deductible for computing income and estate taxes.
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Whether you need them to cool down or treat yourself after a workout, here are four healthy Popsicle recipes that will help you just when you need them most! These delicious treats are bound to please any crowd without the sugary crash, and they are easy enough to make if you’re in need of something that doesn’t do any damage to a workout or a diet. So, let’s get started on those Popsicles!
Using a food processor, blend the strawberries, lemon juice, and Manuka honey until smooth.
Pour the puree into molds or cups with wooden spoons at the middle of each.
Freeze the Popsicles until they are solid.
Place all of the ingredients into a blender and blend until the mixture is completely smooth.
Pour the mixture into a couple of pop molds and freeze overnight or until they have completely frozen.
Remove them from their molds by carefully running hot water on the outside of the mold for 20-30 seconds.
Blend the mango, orange juice, coconut milk, Manuka honey, and vanilla extract until smooth. Fill the ice-pop molds and then freeze.
Using a blender, add peanut butter, milk, yogurt, vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons of Manuka honey. Blend the ingredients until smooth.
Fill the Popsicle molds partially with the peanut butter mixture and freeze it for an hour.
Again, fill the Popsicle molds partway with raspberry juice and some raspberries. Insert the sticks and freeze the molds for an hour.
One more time, fill the molds with the remaining peanut butter mixture. Freeze overnight or for at least 8 hours.
Take the Popsicles out of the freezer and let them stand for a few minutes at room temperature before taking them out of the molds.
Add in the remaining Manuka honey at the bottom of each treat and coat them with sesame seeds.

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The point, of course, is that we tend to lose sight of the most pervasive realities. Or, as Wallace put it, “The immediate point of the fish story is that the most obvious, ubiquitous, important realities are often the ones that are the hardest to see and talk about.” This is, as Wallace went on to say, a rather banal observation to make. And yet, it’s not. Or at least, it is an observation that we must make over and over again because, by its very nature, it slips unnoticed from consciousness.
In “The Machine Stops,” an early story of science-fiction by E. M. Forester, the Machine drones on incessantly but the noise is never noticed because it is never not present. In a very different context, C. S. Lewis wrote, “The music which is too familiar to be heard enfolds us day and night and in all ages.” Too familiar to be heard. Too familiar to be seen. Too familiar to be noticed. The most pervasive forms of visibility fade into invisibility. And so it is with all of our senses. There is a paradoxical threshold past which a sensation is too pronounced to be any longer noticed. My understanding is that Hegel made a similar observation about the invisibility of the familiar, but I don’t pretend to be conversant with Hegel.
In any case, the point is simply this: we tend to be disconcertingly unaware of the realities which most profoundly make us the sort of people we are and that give shape to our day-to-day existence.
Sociologist Arnold Gehlen divided culture into background and foreground. He understood this in terms of the choices that present themselves to us. We experience the foreground of culture as a realm in which choices are before us. The background appears to us a realm in which choices are foreclosed. In reality, we do have choices in both cases; but the background elements of culture present themselves with such taken-for-granted force that the choice remains veiled.
In the classic example, we chose what clothes to wear this morning (foreground), but whether or not to wear clothes at all did not present itself to us as a choice (background). Again, ubiquity and pervasiveness serve to blind us. Now putting it that way is unnecessarily pejorative. In fact, we probably couldn’t get very far as individuals or as a society if certain decisions had not moved into the background of culture.
I bring all of this up to register a corollary point regarding technology. Ubiquitous technologies that recede into the realm of shadowy familiarity are perhaps best positioned to exercise a formative influence over us precisely because we have stopped thinking about them.
So take a look around. What technologies have worked their way into the background of our lives, ever present and unnoticed? What choices do they veil? What assumptions to they engender? What patterns of life do they facilitate? What have they led us to take for granted?
These will all be difficult questions to answer — thinking about them is not unlike trying to jump over your own shadow — but we’d better try and keep trying if we’re to live well-ordered lives.


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1. Question : Of the following, which is NOT an element in George McGovern’s “new definition of ‘defense’”?
2. Question : Of the following, which is NOT a criticism of Utilitarianism?
There is the threat of the tyranny of the majority.
People should promote the greatest good for the greatest number.
John Stuart Mill, an influential proponent of utilitarianism, incorrectly assumes that “desirable” and “desired” mean the same thing.
Utilitarianism is subjective and subjectivism renders moral debate meaningless.
3. Question : The question about who has the right to vote is a matter of ______________ justice.
5. Question : Why did Malcolm Birnbaum argue that the mentally ill have a constitutional right to adequate treatment?
Because government has no right to commit people to mental hospitals against their will.
Because committing mentally ill people to hospitals against their will constitutes cruel and unusual punishment.
Because patients committed involuntarily who receive inadequate treatment are deprived of liberty without due process.
Because patients committed involuntarily who receive inadequate treatment are not receiving equal protection under the law.

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After more than a two-month suspension where the countries negotiated for permanent exemptions, the Trump Administration ultimately decided to move forward with its plan to place tariffs on steel and aluminum imports originating from its strongest trading partners last week. Tariffs of 25 percent on imported steel and 10 percent on imported aluminum are now in effect on Canada, the European Union and Mexico.
The tariffs are a result of an investigation on the effect imports have on national security, conducted under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962. Only steel imports from Argentina, Australia, Brazil and South Korea and aluminum imports from Argentina and Australia are exempt from the tariffs. Each of these countries are still subject to quotas, however, which limit the amount of steel and aluminum that can enter the U.S. supply chain.
Under Section 232, President Donald Trump can impose tariffs unilaterally. Nonetheless, Congress is not taking the tariffs lightly. On June 6, Senator Bob Corker (R-TN) sponsored a bipartisan bill with 12 other Republican and Democratic senators that would require Congress to approve of tariffs under Section 232. This authority will apply retroactively to all such tariffs imposed during President Trump’s term in office. Senator Corker failed to get the votes on the Senate floor to attach his tariff language to the defense appropriations bill on June 12. It is unlikely that this legislation will be brought up in the Senate again this year.
PLASTICS staff continues to follow this and all trade issues that will impact our member companies. We have reached out to the White House, the Office of the United States Trade Representative, the Department of Commerce and Capitol Hill to express our strong opposition. PLASTICS also issued a statement opposing the tariffs on steel and aluminum.
We will continue to make timely updates on trade announcements. If your company wishes to apply for an exemption to the steel or aluminum tariffs, please contact Suzanne Morgan at smorgan@plasticsindustry.org.

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Please review the Lender’s commitment letter carefully. If special conditions are required, they must be met to the satisfaction of your lender prior to closing.
Please review the following instructions with respect to additional requirements that must be met prior to closing. Respond to each item applicable to your situation either on this web site or in writing. If you have any questions or comments relative to the loan transaction, please do not hesitate to contact us by telephone or by e-mail.
1. INSURANCE. (a) At the time of closing, please bring with you a fire and extended coverage insurance policy or binder for such insurance in an amount at least equal to the total of all outstanding mortgages on the property or 100% of the replacement cost of all insurable buildings and other improvements on the land, whichever is less. IF YOU ARE GOING TO RELY ON THE 100% REPLACEMENT COST AMOUNT AS SUFFICIENT INSURANCE, THEN THE POLICY OR BINDER MUST STATE THAT 100% REPLACEMENT COST IS IN EFFECT. (b) The insurance policy or binder must name all of the persons who will hold title to the property. (c) The mortgage clause adding the mortgagee’s insurable interest to all policies MUST BE WORDED in accordance with the instructions listed in your commitment letter issued by your lender. IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT THE ABOVE LANGUAGE BE ON YOUR INSURANCE BINDER. Your insurance agent MUST fax or deliver to our office a copy of a binder for such insurance along with a receipt showing that the first year’s premium is paid in full, at least three(3) business days prior to closing.
2. FLOOD INSURANCE. If the premises is located within a specially designated federal (HUD) flood hazard area (Zone A) then flood insurance is a mandatory requirement and you must provide a flood insurance policy application together with a paid receipt for the full first year’s premium at or before the closing. Please note that if the premises is located within zone B, flood insurance is not required although it is highly recommended.
3. RENT LOSS INSURANCE. If this transaction involves a loan on investment premises then rent loss insurance may be required and an appropriate binder to that effect will be required at or prior to closing. You should check with the Lender for applicability of rent loss insurance to you.
4. TITLE INSURANCE. A lender’s policy of title insurance is required for this transaction which we will obtain at your expense. You may wish to purchase an owner’s policy of title insurance, which we can obtain on your behalf. If so, our office can certify the title to a title insurance company. The premium for an owner’s policy of title insurance can be quoted to you by calling the paralegal in our office handling your file. We highly recommend obtaining Owners Title Insurance.
5. MANNER IN WHICH TITLE WILL BE HELD. For an explanation of some options for how to hold title to real estate please contact our office. This information should be provided to us as quickly as possible since it is required for many documents which we prepare.
6. OUR CERTIFICATE OF TITLE. If we are required to certify title to you under any applicable state law our certification to you should not be construed as establishing an attorney/client relationship between you and our office. The services we render are only on behalf of the mortgage lender unless you have retained our office to represent your individual interests as well, and we cannot advise or counsel you relative to the transaction. If you wish to obtain legal advice regarding the quality of the title or with regard to some other aspect of the transaction, you should retain independent counsel.
7. WATER, SEWER AND ELECTRICITY. You should ask the sellers to obtain a final reading of the water meter so that all outstanding water and sewer bills may be taken care of at the closing. If you are purchasing a condominium unit, it is likely that water and sewer charges are included in the monthly condominium fee. In that case, a final water and sewer bill is not required. If electricity is provided by a municipal light plant, the sellers should obtain a final electric reading.


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"I used to do Facebook but you get a little too wrapped up in that stuff. Its more distracting than anything so I don't any more. I left it behind. I detoxed!"
Happy Birthday Facebook! Any Google doodle this year?
Facebook that controversial social networking service with media, social, political and cultural implications launched February 4, 2004,(speculative as some say February 3) and turns 11 today.
According to The Statistics Portal, Facebook had 1.35 billion monthly active users as of the third quarter 2014 versus third quarter of 2012 whereFacebook users had surpassed 1 billion.
The latest Facebook, Inc., Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2014 results reports gross revenue for the full year 2014 at $12.47 billion, an increase of 58% year-over-year. Income from operations for the full year 2014 was $4.99 billion and net income for the full year 2014 was $2.94 billion.
Facebook at 11 years later is still the top social network site with nearly 1.350 billion users (3rd Q 2014) yet Facebook still has many issues as it pertains to user experience and engagement. According to a 2014 Pew Research Study, people posting too much about themselves and posting too much about other users tied for the highest "Facebook User Dislikes."
Interestingly, 2014 marked the highest amount of productivity, an increase of almost twice as many acquisitions, enhancements, product developments, announcements, etc. -- a total of 22 versus the 2nd highest year for productivity at only 13 the year earlier (2013). This is all in line with Facebook's goals of providing users with more value and encouraging users to post more content as well as advertisers to advertise more.
♦ March 7: Product -	Facebook announces major planned changes to the News Feed. However, Facebook cancelled these changes after receiving negative feedback from users.
♦ April 4 and then April 12	Product (mobile-only) -	Facebook launches Facebook Home, a user interface layer for Android-compatible phones that provides a replacement home screen that makes it easier for users to browse and post.
♦ November 13	: Acquisition talks - News outlets report that Facebook offered to buy Snapchat for $3 billion USD but was spurned.
♦ December 18	Financial/legal - Facebook, Zuckerberg, & banks face IPO lawsuit.
♦ January 13: Branch Media, acquired and FB announced that working on the startup that will join Facebook to work on conversations products for Facebook that builds on similar ideas as Branch Media's products, while Branch Media's existing products will continue to operate separately. Facebook confirms that the acquisition is a talent acquisition.
♦ January 30: Product (mobile-only)	Facebook announces Facebook Paper, a separate iOS app that provides a newspaper-like or magazine-like experience for reading on the phone, scheduled for launch on February 3. Facebook also announces Facebook Creative Labs, an intra-company effort to have separate teams working on separate mobile apps that specialize in different facets related to the Facebook experience, rather than trying to make changes to Facebook's main web version, mobile version, or its iOS and Android apps, and says that Facebook Paper is the first product of Facebook Creative Labs. Facebook Paper receives mixed reviews, and some commentators note its similarity with Flipboard.
♦ March 6: Announcement that Facebook will rollout modified news feed. The changes are along the same lines as those announced in the planned revamp announced March 7, 2013 (that was halted), but are more minor and focused.
♦ March 17: Facebook's "DeepFace" algorithm reaches near-human accuracy in identifying faces.
♦ March 25: Facebook purchases Oculus VR, Inc., a leading virtual reality companyfor $2 billion in cash and stock.
♦ March 27: Connectivity Lab as part of the Internet.org initiative, to bring Internet to everybody via drones, using "acqhires" from Ascenta.
♦ April 24: Announcement of FB Newswire which helps journalists find news news on Facebok.
♦ April 30: anonymous login is launched so that Facebook users can use apps without giving them their data.
♦ June 18: Facebook Slingshot, instant messaging application for sharing photos and videos with friends, for Android and iOS devices is launched.
♦ July 21: Facebook launches Save, a read-it-later feature that allows users to save links, places, and media pages for later perusl.
♦ September 15: Facebook cracks down on the Facebook profiles of drag queens in San Francisco (Userbase/controversy), asking them to switch to using their real names, and shutting down the accounts of those who refuse to comply. On October 1, Facebook clarifies to its real name policy and said that drag queens could continue operating their accounts. The company clarified that people should use their authentic real-world names but need not use their legal names.
♦ October 23: Pseudonymous app Rooms, is launched, enables FB users to create and participate in forums on any topic and do not need to use their real names. The forthcoming launch of the app esd reported on October 7.
♦ October 30: Custom Tor link created to make it easier for users to access Facebook anonymously in locations where it is censored.
♦ November 7: Facebook makes it easy for people to unfollow friends and pages they've liked, both while viewing pages in the feed and while reviewing summaries of the most prolific contributors to their feed.
♦ December 8: Keyword search rollout for all posts, part of Facebook Graph Search, to all US English users on desktop and using iPhones; Cited as a potential competitor to Yelp and other product recommendation engines and also as a potential way to surface old, embarrassing posts by people.
♦ January 8: Facebook acquires QuickFire Networks, a company that built a custom hardware and software platform for reducing video file sizes and upload times. The Wall Street Journal got the news earlier today, with confirmation later arriving on QuickFire’s site.
♦ January 16: Facebook open sources the Torch library, containing some of its deep learning tools in machine learning, including new code that runs 23 times as fast for training convolutional neural networks as the fastest publicly available code until that time.
♦ January 20: Facebook announces that it will show fewer hoaxes in the news feed, and mark items it identifies as potential hoaxes so that readers can view them more critically.
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Marlatt, on trial for first-, second- and third degree murder charges, took the stand in his own defense Tuesday. He claims he went to the Lemont home looking for answers after Ghoul was ripped off by her friend, Melinda Burns, who lives in the house where Struble was staying.
Marlatt, dressed in a blue button down shirt, seemed calm taking questions from his attorney — a sharp contrast with how he has been portrayed by prosecutors, and in testimony by other witnesses.
District Attorney Stacy Parks Miller said Marlatt was enraged by the drug deal gone wrong. Ghoul was apparently injured, suffering a scrape on her leg after falling when Struble and Burns drove off while she was reaching into the car.
Before resting her case Tuesday, Parks Miller produced jailhouse letters Marlatt allegedly wrote to Ghoul’s mother that show the extent of his anger.
But Marlatt maintains he acted in self defense when he stabbed Struble. His defense attorney, Ed Blanarik, has said Struble was the larger man and had Marlatt on the ground, punching and choking him.
Witnesses to the struggle testified Monday that Marlatt was the aggressor, beating Struble with a wooden bat he brought to the home, and then charging at Struble after he went into the home to retrieve a bat of his own. None could say that Struble hit Marlatt with his bat, and some were sure that he didn’t.
Blanarik called several police officers who testified for the prosecution back to the stand Tuesday. One testified that Troy Ott, who was at the Lemont home, witnessed the stabbing, and testified for the prosecution, appeared to be intoxicated the night of the incident.
Marlatt himself testified Tuesday he had taken three hits of the hallucinogen LSD earlier in the day. He said Ghoul and Alex Exarchos and Sean Holton, who traveled with Marlatt to the Lemont home and witnessed the stabbing, also took the drug. Burns had previously testified that she and Struble smoked the marijuana they stole from Ghoul before Struble returned to their home.
The trial is expected to resume this morning in Bellefonte. The jury could begin deliberating as early as this afternoon, President Judge Thomas K. Kistler said.


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There used to be a spot on Support where you could see a tentative schedule of releases and documents that showed what was planned for each release. Is that still out there somewhere? Also, has anyone heard when the XV.2 release is planned for?
It is on SupportNet already.
I find it interesting that these are kept secret - only those who are on active maintenance contracts can view them. Those of us who are off contract (like myself) cannot view them and therefore cannot be tempted to go back on maintenance or upgrade for the nice new features - assuming there are some. It's certainly cheaper this way.
Indeed, my team and I would like to second Jeff in complimenting the whole teams of people at Mentor working hard to envision, define, make, code, document, test, verify, distribute this new version of the tools.
I thought Jeff also asked about future release plan, such as "BSD release information by products" back 2015, but can't find similar one on SupportNet posted in 2016. Is there one? Thanks!
FYI - the link now routes to the SupportNet home page. Does another roadmap exist?
Perfect. Was trying to find VX.2.4 enhancements – thank you!
Is there a link to a roadmap that goes beyond 2.4?
VX.2.5 is available righ now.


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Many of us in Clearwater spend a considerable portion of our day at our workplace. Whatever that looks like, stress is placed on your body. It may be that you sit at a computer all day or that you are under a lot of pressure regarding a performance review. Whatever the case, you can improve your work day with these four chiropractic services.
At your first visit, the chiropractor will conduct a postural assessment. By looking at how the muscles and joints work as a team, it is easier to spot misalignments that could be contributing to discomfort. Usually, one or more of a person’s muscles are tighter or shorter than others, which leads an individual to overcompensate physically and, eventually, develop injuries. Whether you’re a personal trainer or a corporate analyst in Clearwater, posture matters. A chiropractor can help you correct your stance and enhance your muscular health.
No matter what your profession is, stress management is essential. If you have chronic back pain or knots in your shoulders, address them head on by scheduling a massage at our facility.
Over time, our body begins to break down. Not everyone wants to face this reality, but corrective exercises are a proactive way to combat deterioration. Injured athletes also participate in this chiropractic service because it is a natural and efficient approach to rehabilitation. Let our chiropractor guide you toward recovery and increase your range of motion. Your increased strength and mobility will positively affect how you move through your work day in Clearwater.
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Now, I know fall isn't for some time and we are still in the intense heat of the summer. But the nights have started to get shorter and the air has become cooler and before you know it, we'll be craving pumpkins! These five nail colors will work beautifully with any outfit over the next few months. Enjoy the last weeks of summer.
I have been obsessed with this color all summer. I just think it is the perfect pink.
This burnt orange will match the leave as they slowly change colors. Perfect for weather transitions.
This color has a beautiful sheen with a dash of sparkle the a perfect rose hue.
Similar to Yank My Doodle, this color is perfect for moving from hot summer days to the cool early fall.
This classic purple works on the hottest summer day and the cool fall evenings. Also, how cute is this Crayola+Sally Hansen collaboration?
What nail colors will you be rocking this summer? Let me know in the comments!


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São Paulo State Secretary for Public Security João Camilo Pires de Campo, and Colonel Marcelo Salles, military police commander, said on Wednesday (Mar. 13) during a press conference on the massacre at the Raul Brasil school, in Suzano, that the motivation behind the crime is still unknown, but is being investigated by the police. “All these loose ends—the police have to tie them back together now,” the secretary said.
The two gunmen, confirmed as Guilherme Taucci Monteiro, 17, and Luiz Henrique de Castro, 25, were former students at the school. Taucci studied there until last year, and had problems that were not named. An inquiry was opened, and the crime was reconstructed on the scene.
The shooters were given relatively easy access to the school premises, since the gate was open. They arrived in white car and were carrying a .38 gun, four jet luders (for loading), a crossbow, and a hatchet, which was found with one of the gunmen. Before entering the school, they shot the man who owned a car rental shop next door, Jorge Antonio Moraes, who also died.
Once inside, they first shot school Coordinator Marilena Ferreira Vieira Umezo, then employee Eliana Regina de Oliveira Xavier. Next, they aimed at students—five students and two school workers died. The shooters killed themselves.
The students who died are Pablo Henrique Rodrigues, Cleiton Antônio Ribeiro, Caio Oliveira, Samuel Melquíades Silva de Oliveira, and João Vitor Ramos Lemos, who died in the ambulance, on the way to the hospital.
According to official statements, the injured are Leticia Melo Nunes (taken to Hospital Santa Maria), Samuel Silva Felix (Hospital Santa Maria), Beatriz Gonçalves, Anderson Carrilho de Brito (Hospital Santa Maria), Murilo Gomes Louro Benite (Hospital das Clínicas), Jennifer Silva Cavalcanti (Hospital Luzia de Pinho Mello, in Mogi das Cruzes), Leonardo Vinicius Santana, Adna Bezerra, and Guilherme Ramos. No report has been made on their health state.

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For those who like to climb higher, take a walk on the Exotic Side.
In this section you will amaze yourself with footwear made from the rarest of skins, including Alligator, Crocodile, Ostrich, Lizard, Stingray.
In the 'New Arrivals' section, you will find the best, the brightest, the newest and the most eye-catching styles that are available in today's Exotic Skin fashions.
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The 2nd edition of Aero Def India Expo to be held at HiTex Hyderabad from 17-19 Jan 2019.
We are happy to inform you that the 2nd edition of Aero Def India Expo will be held at HiTex Hyderabad from 17-19 Jan 2019. The show website is http://www.aerodefindia.com AeroDef India being organized by Infinity Expo is an exclusive platform for Indian and International aerospace and defence equipment manufacturers to source raw materials, components, sub- assemblies and finished products and sub contract essential manufacturing processes like forging, machining, moulding, finishing, material development etc to Indian MSME’s. The event will serve as an opportunity for the MSME’s to showcase their capabilities, abilities, and manufacturing prowess to OEM’s, Strategic Partners, DPSU’s.

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Three-time Grand Slam champion Andy Murray has undergone hip-resurfacing surgery, after which he admitted he felt "battered and bruised."
The former world No. 1 said after his first-round loss to Roberto Bautista Agut at the Australian Open that he would make a quick decision over whether to have the surgery in a bid to try to prolong his career, although the operation doesn't guarantee he will play again.
The Scot on Tuesday posted a picture of himself on social media, confirming that he had decided to go through with surgery.
"I underwent a hip resurfacing surgery in London yesterday morning … feeling a bit battered and bruised just now but hopefully that will be the end of my hip pain," he posted on Instagram and Facebook.
"I now have a metal hip as you can see in the second photo and I look like I've got a bit of a gut in photo one!"
Murray, 31, had another hip surgery 12 months ago in Melbourne and played only 12 matches in 2018 following his return at Queen's Club in June.
Before his loss to Bautista Agut, a tearful Murray said in a news conference that he had been in pain for "about 20 months" but had the option of either delaying surgery and making an emotional farewell at Wimbledon later this year or having it now and running the risk of never playing again.
Doubles legend Bob Bryan had the hip-resurfacing procedure last August and encouraged Murray, a two-time Olympic champion, to follow suit, Bryan having made his comeback at the start of this season at the age of 40.
Speaking in Melbourne during the season-opening major, Bryan said: "Seeing the way Andy Murray is feeling hit a nerve with me. I would love to see him do a similar surgery, feel the relief that it gives. I think our hips are pretty similar: just worn down, no cartilage."
The American added: "I personally don't underestimate Andy Murray. You look at the great workers in history: [Ivan] Lendl, [Jim] Courier, [Andy] Roddick. This guy is maybe even a step up from those guys.
"There's no evidence that it's possible [to play again] in tennis. I mean, so much wear and tear. But I think he could do it."


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This User has 34 listing(s) in their Sales History.
Why do you care about Sales History?
The sold section allows collectors to see a history of past sales.
a justification for current pricing, and to track artwork as an investment.


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A Unity of Purpose -- This exhibit documents the rich history of physical therapy education at Boston-Bouvé College..
Improving Bodies, Minds and Spirits: 150 Years of the Huntington Avenue Y -- This exhibit is the result of a University-wide collaboration to document the history of the Huntington Avenue YMCA.
The Children's Art Centre -- This exhibit is an introduction to the Children’s Art Centre located in Boston’s South End.
African American Activism & Experience at Northeastern University -- This exhibit was a joint project of the Department of African-American Studies and the Archives to document Northeastern's African American student culture and activism.


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Who gets it right? In 2015, I visited a lot of Successful Papers.
I've been training and advising newspapers for 21 years, every since Larry Smith asked me to come look over his operation in LaFollette, Tennessee back in 1994. I worked with more than 100 papers in my travels this year, not counting the thousands of papers that attended conferences and training events I led.
That's a lot of years and a lot of papers, and in that time I've come to recognize the traits that correlate with success. I don't have to spend very long at a newspaper office to tell you how they're doing in terms of circulation, readership, ad sales and profits. No one has to tell me. There are qualities that lead to successful newspapers, and without them it's a good bet that there are some problems in one or more of those four areas.
I spent two days with the staff of this community paper located 45 minutes from Toronto. It didn't take me long to realize that this group does a lot right.
Dave Adsett is one of my heros. Cutting isn't in his vocabulary; and while other papers in his area have cut pages and staff, leading to decreasing circulation, Dave's papers have done the opposite, with the opposite results.
Here's what Dave told me. "We make a good living and are interested in the long game, rather than managing by a month or quarter. We have also continued to hire staff and grow our business, as opposed to making cuts to achieve bottom line results."
"The work ethic of our staff and their dedication to excellence are the two keys to our success," Dale Gentry told me as we discussed the secrets to his newspaper's success. "We work hard to cover, and serve, our community well - whether it's in the quality of our writing and photography, the effectiveness of our ads, the excellence of our final printed product, or the service we provide to readers and customers."
I got to know the folks in Danville after receiving a frantic call about ads printing wrong. It took a little geographic magic, but I made the six-hour journey to Danville on my way to Minneapolis, where I was speaking the next day at a convention.
Kathy Crumpton is the publisher of The Piedmont Shopper. She explains their success like this: "Over the past 15 years, we've been blessed to establish relationships with our readers and advertisers that go beyond newsprint. That relationship with our community led us to see the need for our other publications: a monthly paper delivered to all public and private schools, free to the students and staff, and Red Bird Times, which serves the other end of our readership spectrum and is enjoyed by seniors 50 and ‘wiser.' No matter which of our publications you pick up, you'll find the same commitment to serving our community."
Hmm. I'm starting to notice a trend among successful newspapers with that "serving community" thing.
I considered several newspapers in Minnesota for this column, but limited myself to two. One is the Sauk Centre Herald. You might remember the column I wrote about my experience with Dave's staff while visiting in November.
Dave had this to say about the Herald. "Respect is a key word for us: Respect for readers, advertisers, staff and competitors. We've always embraced technology and innovation. We try to tell the human drama which can be many things from tragic deaths to losing the state high school basketball game to funny stories from an old timer or a hog that escaped the meat packing plant and ran down Main Street."
Dave's staff is larger than many daily papers I visit, and the payoff is seen in their success. Large readership base, quality journalism and success in the bottom line.
That seems to be another quality that correlates with success at newspapers: Rather than cutting staff to the bone, they seem to maintain their staffs, leading to greater readership and ad sales.
Every so often, I'm invited to visit Granbury, Texas, a town of roughly 10,000 folks located just southwest of Fort Worth. It was in Granbury that I trained the first newspapers outside of Tennessee to use the PDF method to print their pages 20 years ago.
It's no surprise that newspapers like Hood County News are successful. As you walk throughout the building, you sense the pride the staff takes in putting out a good newspaper. It's local. All local.
Publisher Jerry Tidwell has always believed in quality, and brings in trainers and experts on a regular basis. It shows. Unlike some papers, the building isn't near-empty. There's a lot going on. And it all starts with the publisher.
Interesting. That's another quality that seems to correlate with successful papers: An engaged publisher who knows and cares about his/her community and staff.
I've liked Wade Weber, publisher, since I first met him years ago when he invited me to train the staffs of his papers in Central Minnesota. Since then, his papers have grown and so have his staffs. In addition to his paper in Mora, Wade has publications in Pine City, Cambridge, White Bear Lake and Grantsburg, as well as the Amery Free Press in Northwestern Wisconsin.
There's no feel of "centralization" in Wade's papers. He told me, "Even though we are a group of newspapers, each location focuses on its own community. We are very focused on being local, in both advertising and in news content."
Hmm. There's that "local" thing again. I'm starting to believe that really does make a difference.
I could have mentioned so many other papers. The Akron (Iowa) Hometowner, for example, or the Cresco (Iowa) Shopper. I wouldn't normally mention a pure shopper in my list, but Peggy and John Loveless keep a real community focus to their publication. As John told me about a major national newspaper group that offered him a tidy sum for his paper, I was so inspired when he said, "I didn't want it to lose the community feel."
I was also inspired in 2015 by a new generation of publishers and newspapers. Mark Fortune comes to mind, starting a successful new weekly in Ohio. There's Michelle Van Hee, who publishes the newspaper in Madelia, Minnesota. The list could go on.
There are a lot of newspapers out there doing things right. Due to space limitations, I'll stop there. But believe me, this list could go on for several pages.

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Do you know where your septic tank or tanks are located? Don’t wait till you have a problem to find them. Here are a few ways to help you locate your septic tank cover: 1. Head to your local Board of Health. In the county records there should be a drawing of your septic system.
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A new report published by the CBI has highlighted the role that the Mandarin Excellence Programme can have in helping UK businesses grow their trade internationally.
The “Winning Worldwide” Export Report has shown that the more firms export, the more “competitive, productive and innovative” they can be. However, despite exporters generating 30.5% of the UK’s GDP, less than 10% of British firms currently export overseas.
The report argues that foreign language skills are an important tool that can be used to increase the UK’s ability to trade internationally. The report recommends that the UK Government must work with businesses to review foreign language curricula, and then look to “replicate the success of projects like the Mandarin Excellence programme”.
The CBI welcome the Department for Education funded Mandarin Excellence Programme, which aims to put 5,000 pupils on track to fluency in Mandarin Chinese by 2020. As one of the key recommendations put forward in the report, the CBI argue that the programme must be maintained and expanded after 2020 where impact and success can be seen.
The CBI believe that the Mandarin Excellence Programme and similar initiatives clearly demonstrate the governments commitment to ensuring the UK has vital language skills needed to conduct future business.


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There are many organizations that help strengthen South Florida. And one that brings them all together. The Spirit of Giving network unites more than 60 of South Florida's greatest nonprofit organizations to share resources and knowledge with the purpose of building strong vibrant communities. By working together with citizens, businesses and community partners, we create alliances and programs that promote lasting change.
One of our significant programs is our community Back to School Bash. Our goal is to supply over 4,000 at-risk children in south Palm Beach County with a backpack full of age appropriate supplies so they can arrive at school with self-assurance and the tools needed to succeed.
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Are you looking to get more local customers for your business?
It can be very frustrating when you put all the time and money into internet marketing techniques… only to have them not live up to expectations. The problem is that many people are using outdated techniques or processes, and haven’t been adapting to the changing times.
While the blog post, why traditional internet marketing doesn’t work, talked about this it didn’t talk about how to do local marketing… to get local customers no matter where you are located.
In this articleI’m going to go into more detail as to how to get local customers.
The Pervasive Presence™ framework is a powerful way to promote your business. It’s a frame work where you combine being Omnipresent, Relevant, and Intimate in your internet marketing to help you stand out as THE choice in your market.
I’ve engineered the Pervasive Presence™ framework based on a lot of research, testing, and helping a lot of businesses become the choice in their marketplace… helping them literally become the “Big Fish” in their “small pond”.
When the Pervasive Presence™ framework is applied to small business, the Pervasive Presence™ engine was developed to make it a powerful method of getting local customers.
The Pervasive Presence™ engine implementation over a 90-day period was broken into three levels, or three “gears”, to help you know at what stage you need to start implementing Pervasive Presence and grow your business.
The three gears are described as follows.
In the above video I talk about what you can do to help improve your website.
Google Ads is the platform where you pay to have your advertisement on Google. You know those posts on Google that are labelled “Ad”? Well those are the result of Google Ads, and you bid for that spot.
Google Ads has people bidding on keywords to have their ads placed ahead of everyone else.
What people usually miss out on Adwords, even most “digital marketers”, is that you can use Google Ads to retarget your customers.
When you go shopping for a television, you have probably noticed that for the next week you are followed by television ads. Google Ads is one platform that allows you to do that.
While you can maybe put together a website, get a Google Business profile together, and get some results… trying Google Ads without experience can cause you to waste a a lot of time and money.
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On April 19, 2017, about 1910 mountain daylight time, an Cessna 210 airplane, N9589T, impacted a fence and irrigation equipment during an off airport forced landing while on a visual approach to the Harriet Alexander Field Airport (ANK), Salida, Colorado. The private pilot was not injured, and the airplane was substantially damaged. The airplane was being operated by the pilot as a 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 business flight. Visual meteorological conditions existed at the airport at the time of the accident, and no flight plan was filed. The flight originated from Page Municipal Airport (PGA), Page, Arizona, about 1700.
The pilot was delivering the airplane to a new owner in Denver and was landing at ANK for fuel. She stated she flew the first hour and thirty minutes with the left fuel tank selected then she switched to the right fuel tank for the remainder of the flight. The en route portion of the flight was uneventful. She stated the fuel mixture was leaned during the flight and increased to full rich as she descended. She stated that she entered the ANK traffic pattern, turned onto base leg, and after leveling the wings, noticed "everything went quiet." She attempted to restart the engine with no success. Unable to make it to the runway, she chose a field in which to land. The airplane landed hard and contacted a fence and irrigation equipment during the landing roll resulting in substantial damage to the right wing.
The ANK airport manager who assisted in removing the airplane from the field reported they drained 14 to 15 gallons of fuel from the right wing and about 1 gallon of fuel from the left wing prior to moving the airplane.
An examination of the airframe and engine were conducted on May 5, 2017 at ANK. The upper engine cowling had been removed from the airplane. A visual inspection of the engine was conducted, and no impact damage was noted. The wings had been removed from the airplane during the wreckage retrieval. The airplane was moved from a hangar to an open ramp and secured.
An examination of the engine was conducted during which the top spark plugs were removed and appeared to have normal color and wear signatures. The cylinders were examined with a lighted boroscope. The cylinder valves were intact with normal combustion signatures. Thumb compression was achieved when the propeller was rotated by hand. Both magnetos produced spark at the ignition leads and the impulse couplers released normally. A temporary fuel supply was connected to the right-wing fuel supply port and a bucket was placed under the right tank fuel return port. The fuel inlet b-nut was removed from the fuel manifold and the boost pump was turned on. Fuel flow was verified at the fuel delivery hose. The fuel inlet hose was reinstalled on the fuel manifold. Cylinder No. 5 fuel line was removed from the injector. The fuel boost pump was turned on and fuel flow was verified through the line which was subsequently reinstalled.
The fuel system was primed, and an attempt was made to start the engine. This was performed twice and both times the engine did not start. The No.6 injector nozzle was removed, the boost pump turned on and it was verified that fuel was flowing to the injector nozzle. A third attempt to start the engine was successful and the engine was run at idle for several minutes to warm up. The throttle was then advanced, and the engine rpm responded accordingly. The fuel mixture was leaned to account for the high elevation. The rpm increased by 150 rpm and the engine began to run more smoothly. A magneto check was performed at 1,700 rpm and a 100-rpm drop was noted with each magneto. Engine power was increased, and the engine ran smoothly until the mixture was enriched at which time it began to run rough, although it continued to run. The engine power was then decreased to idle, the mixture control was moved to the cutoff position, and the engine stopped.
It was noted that the exhaust gas temperature gauge was inoperative, and the cylinder head temperature gauge indicated a single cylinder value. The fuel gauge operated normally. The manifold gauge indicated atmospheric pressure prior to the engine start but did not operate during the engine run.
The examination did not reveal any preimpact failures/malfunctions that would have precluded normal operation of the engine.
On April 19, 2017, about 1918 mountain daylight time, an Cessna 210 airplane, N9589T, impacted a fence and irrigation equipment during an off airport forced landing while on approach to the Harriet Alexander Field Airport (ANK), Salida, Colorado. The private pilot was not injured, and the airplane was substantially damaged. The airplane was being operated by the pilot as a 14 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 91 business flight. Visual meteorological conditions existed at the airport at the time of the accident, and no flight plan was filed. The flight originated from Page Municipal Airport (PGA), Page, Arizona.
The pilot stated she was delivering the airplane to a new owner in Denver and was landing at ANK for fuel. While turning from base to final for runway 24, the engine lost power. The pilot made a forced landing in field where the airplane contacted a fence and irrigation equipment.
Field elevation above 7500’. I learned to fly at 200’. My first time venture into high elevation airports was very interesting. After landing at Rock Springs, the engine quit running after touchdown. I was lucky. In order to get it to restart and idle, I had to lean in much more that I thought necessary. I have never forgot learning that.


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It might not be on our license plates like our neighbors to the east, but Minnesota knows it's dairy. The Cheese Cave in Faribault was recently named as a top-7 spot in Minnesota to stop on what they dubbed a "cheese pilgrimage". Not only was it named to that list, but it was also featured in the Star Tribune's 5 Hottest Small Town Destinations when Faribault was listed. Besides The Cheese Cave locally, where else can you have a 'Muenster' good time with cheese?
We will start from the closest location and work outward Hastings Dairy Store also made the list as far as enjoying some great cheese and other dairy products. According to its website, the company has been around over 100 years and was 'founded in 1913 as a butter manufacturer.' Sounds oddly familiar to our friends to the south at the Hope Creamery... Another great local option for some great cheese, Sheperd's Way Farms in Nerstrand, I've heard good things about it so far, just haven't been able to sample any.
There are a bunch of cheese shops in the Twin Cities area on the top-7 list I found were, France 44 Cheese Shop, Nelson Cheese & Deli, Surdyk's Liquor & Cheese Shop, and Lake Wine & Spirits.
The last place on your 'cheese pilgrimage' as onlyinyourstate.com calls it is WAY up north, but must be worth the drive. Redhead Creamery in Brooten Minnesota was dubbed as 'one of the most fun day trips in the entire state.' They even offer you tours of the site Fridays and Saturdays for $10.
Did I miss a must try cheese store in the area? Let me know in the comments!
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“Ask your case worker.” This is the response I get when I call 311 or the city’s housing hotline seeking information. There is a refusal to provide information and answers to requested questions.
If my case worker and shelter administrators were knowledgeable about the information I was seeking, I wouldn’t be spending hours out of my week seeking answers.
In addition to this, there needs to be transparency of procedures and protocols. There is no place online where you can get a step-by-step procedural guide for applying for the services you need. Also, administrators do not provide you with definitive answers on how to get the help that you need. This allows for administrators to give you the run-around on a whim, or provide you with misinformation. It also allows for a grossly negligent waste of time, and other assets, when applications for supposedly available services have to be filed over and over again to no avail.
Why is there no transparency?! Answer this and we might get to the bottom of a few things.
Why is there a big secret concerning the step-by-step process of certain protocols. An administrator will tell you one thing. You follow their instructions to the letter, and you still find out later that you have to start all over again because something was negligently omitted or unknown.
When you ask for the procedures in writing, you’re told by administrators the procedures don’t exist in writing. IMPOSSIBLE. How did the protocols get created in the first place? It has to be in writing somewhere; or are they just making it up as they go along? SMH!
The following video was created in 2009. Since the making of this video the homelessness rate in New York has exponentially increased.


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HARTFORD, Conn. — The roster has been shaken, to say nothing of the WWE Universe: No sooner did United States Champion Jinder Mahal reveal himself as the first Superstar to hop the divide from SmackDown LIVE to Raw in the Superstar Shake-up than he found himself dethroned by Jeff Hardy in an impromptu title defense that left The Modern Day Maharaja sputtering with anger.
From the battlefield of The Hardy Compound to the Greatest Royal Rumble event, “Woken” Matt Hardy & Bray Wyatt are now one win away from becoming the Raw Tag Team Champions. In just their second week as a tandem, the eccentric duo powered past The Revival in the finals of the two-week Tag Team Eliminator to earn a bout against Cesaro & Sheamus for the vacant Raw Tag Team Titles in Saudi Arabia.
They did so despite Dash & Dawson resisting the team’s mind games, which forced the duo to adjust on the fly. Specifically, Hardy turned Wyatt loose on the former NXT Tag Team Champions, and The Reaper of Souls quickly turned the tide in his team’s favor. The result was the one-two punch of Sister Abigail to Dawson and a Twist of Fate-combo maneuver to Dash that ended the bout. With The Great War behind Hardy & Wyatt and tag team glory only one victory away, the future could be very wonderful indeed.
WWE.com has some photos of Matt and Jeff backstage at RAW’s 25th anniversary. I’ve added them to our gallery.


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This new Orange Sunshine Juice recipe is compliments of my most recent family vacation.
When we were on vacation, we basically got all of our meals from Whole Foods. I know that seems a little impractical and a little pricey, but it’s actually easier. Especially if you have a hotel room with a full size fridge and two very picky kids.
Anyway, while the kids survived on vegan pizzas and snacks, the Hus and I got lots of smoothies and juices. Ok, he ate a lot of pizza, too.
I, however, was obsessed with one their juice on tap. Basically, I could refill the same bottle every time and get a delicious juice. I could also mix and match, which is pretty cool.
One of the juices was bright orange and tasted like everything wonderful in the world.
This is my version. It’s packed full of vitamin-C, antioxidants, as well as immune-boosting and anti-inflammatory plants.
Give it a try. I think you’ll love it as much as I do.
Prep all of your ingredients and put them in a bowl.
I recommend adding the harder fruits/veggies/roots first: apples, carrots, turmeric, ginger. Then lime and oranges last (unless you’re doing cucumbers. Then they go last).
You can mix it up. It’s just that the softer, juicier produce tends to junk up your juicer a little faster.
Pour into 2 glasses and enjoy.
You can also save half for tomorrow. This juice keeps well overnight!
Pro-tip: If you don’t have a juicer, you can blend this up and then strain through a mesh sieve. It won’t be as smooth, but it will still be delicious.


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Durban in South Africa is famous for its wonderful all year climate and fantastic tourist beaches. Durban’s Golden Mile is full of beautiful surf spots which can be visited yearly by many tourists.
Non Nuoc Beach is just 17 km from Da Nang city center, an hour flight from Ha Noi or Ho Chi Minh City. Non Nuoc Beach was famous in the war as it served as R&R Beach Resort for my family Servicemen. Pristine sand beaches, clear water are what Non Nuoc Beach offers. Activities it may be possible to practice there are found at their site instructor, water skiing, snorkeling, trimaran sailing. Luxury resort coupled with white sand private beaches certainly not fails a special beach exotic vacations.
#4 Is perfect excuse for a follow up date. Always wanted to hit two birds with one stone (that is learning while a shot at romance at exactly the time)? Retard why in no way got to second base with somebody that could already been your partner through an excursion of the museum? Why not pursue an advanced scuba diving instructor diving course your date? Just would that be educational but would also guarantee you check in dates throughout training. Learn? Two birds with one stone!
The Archaeological Museum of Cancun houses 800 artifacts from the Mayan shambles. Located within the tourist zone, so price tag appeals to tourists and will be a sophisticated edifice of the Mayan presence in your location that disappeared five a single ago.
If you’re feeling extra adventurous, you can rent a horse and recreate your childhood cowboy dreams scuba diving adventures with Rayong. Places such as Orchard Park Riding Club and Bumrung Sports & Country Club, both in Amphoe Pluak Daeng, has all approach equipment along with the best men that will teach you how to ride properly.
A scuba diver also need to have a buoyancy compensator. This equipment looks such as a vest assists the diver to come up to the water surface. Technical scuba divers must also wear a wetsuit to provide as an insulator for your body. Dependant upon the type of diving in order to done, hefty suit must be selected as required.
Purchase pleasures: You can buy lot of gorgeous things in your own trip, sugar, rum and many fun possessions. With abundant sugar cane fields and sugar factories, can be certainly rum almost everywhere. Stylish sarongs cost very less in Mauritius and can actually wear it every day on holiday and they make great offers.
Technology has produced the wetsuit somewhat an evolution or maybe step ahead in industrial progress. Most recent materials and development in technology makes a fully functional wetsuit that fits your foot excellently regardless what requires type is now. Before you pick a wetsuit, you’ll want to be properly informed on the different specific features.
Think away from box a little and discover where a shorty wetsuit would accommodate with your plans. Just for walking on the beach, across pool or catfishing before bed in the cold river water. Don’t allow that to motorcycle sit idle all winter long put over a shorty and go to acquire ride and look good executing it.


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I am finding that my cursor/view keeps jumping to the top of the screen every few minutes.
Everything else in the game runs perfect except for this "Mouse Hiccup". At the suggestion of the Ubisoft Support I've updated EVERYTHING possible - defraged, scanned etc., and still this happens (It also happened with the demo).
I also have the "IL STurmovik" series (no problems), and the "URU" series (I had to disable the accelerator in the games Options menu to smooth the visuals).
Check through some of the earlier threads. I know this has come up before, and caused a lot of problems for one player, later in the game when precise pointer control is crucial. I don't remember if they found a solution, though.
Thanks Mowog! Went back through the archive and found the posts!
Found it was the Hyperthreading. This is odd as it's fine for URU, IL Sturmovik, and a stack of "Barbie" riding games - Myst IV seems to be it's weakness for some reason.
Go Figure - BUT, if all I need to keep doing is switch the Hyperthreading off to enjoy the game, and then switch it back on (the other games start becoming visually unstable if I don't) I can live with it.


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What is very ironic about all of this, and I don't know how obvious this is to people who don't live here, is that these people claim that the majority voted, and that we should follow the majority vote.
However, when Al Gore was elected president, they didn't want to listen to the majority.
When people were polled and were shown to be heavily against the war in Iraq, they didn't want to listen to the majority.
When polls showed that Americans were in favor of a trial to impeach Bush, they didn't want to listen to the majority.
When polls showed that Americans do not want religion to play a part in American politics, they didn't want to listen to the majority.
When the majority of Americans voted for President Obama, they didn't want to listen to the majority.
Fact is, I can go on like this for a long long time.
The Christian right here is the most ignorant and ill-informed movement in this nation. And they make a majority in some key areas. Which is downright scary.
Now, I am an atheist. And I am married to a woman who believes in a god. And we are both for gay marriage. Why?
To us, marriage is not about being one before a god. Marriage is a way we con prove our dedication and love for each other. Nothing more complicated than that. If two people of any gender wish to display to the world their love and commitment for each other, then let them do so. Quit throwing your gods into our lives. We can make our own choices. We're all grown ups here.
Marriage is a religous thing.
What is needed is a non-religous marriage equalivlent. So Straight, Atheists as well as Gay people could have the benifits of marriage, without it being called marriage or have any affiliation to any religon.
If it wasn't for marriage and funnerals religions would have nowhere to push themselfs on everyone.
How many time does an atheist have heaps of religous crap at there funerals? No one invites it however its/there there as if it there right.
I've told my family and friends there is to be NO religous crap at my funeral.
I have a superubermega catholic funeral tomorrow, where we will be forcefed a pile of crap about how she is in a better place and then talk about her life in a reflective way, interspersed with bible readings.
Instead of quietly mourning or respectful farewells, or in my case not going in because I don't do the whole talk to a corpse thing, we go and try to make ourselves feel better by being told she is going to the sugar daddy in the sky.
I don't mind reminiscing or whatever if/when (times are a'changing) I die, but I hate when people up all mournful then get totally blootered (really drunk) at the funeral party (oxymoron alert?).
I want my organs harvested and then buried in a low/no carbon manner, to feed the plants, and if there's a damn priest there I swear I'll drag him down with me.
p.s. Compulsary through school, I probably have to go to daddy bear's mass when he's in scotland.

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