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I recently had a baby boy, who I named Lincoln. The response I’ve gotten, almost nine times out of a ten is, “That’s a strong name.” It is. Obviously everyone associates it with the sixteenth president (though I’ll be honest, I really got it from a TV show). That said, I figured if you’re going to saddle your kid with a famous name, then you at least need to educate him on his namesake.
Quirk recently released their own book of kid presidents (appropriately named Kid Presidents), and since I’ve recently become very well versed on children’s books featuring American presidents, I figured I’d compile a list of my favorites (and funniest). After-all, President’s Day is almost here!
With a kid named Lincoln, you’ve got to start with Abe. This book is part of Meltzer’s best selling “I am” series, which covers everyone from Honest Abe to Amelia Earhart. What will draw you in are the illustrations; the cartoons are cute, clever and humorous. And the prose is conversational and very assessable to kids. For Lincoln, the story focuses on how he always stayed true to what he knew was right, from saving a turtle from bullies to freeing the country from slavery.
This is my favorite book on the list. I really think it’s written for adults, because there’s only so much Dr. Seuss you can read before you start going nutty. It features John Hancock, Paul Revere, George Washington, Ben Franklin, and Thomas Jefferson. And yes, a couple of those guys weren’t presidents, but they were founding fathers so I think the book still counts. It’s incredible witty, focusing on how these men took a few “liberties” that were not always appreciated, but ultimately led to them creating the country.
It’s not just a book, but a mnemonic device. With crazy cartoons and comic-book style captions, these nonsensical tales help you learn the presidents. It claims you can memorize all 44—in chronological order—in just twenty minutes. Give it a shot.
When you think about presidential pets, you think of George W’s dog Barney or Obama’s dog Bo. But did you know that John Quincy Adams kept a pet alligator in the bathtub? Could you imagine the reaction if the Obamas did that? And that’s not the only strange pet. According to this book, presidential families had pet snakes, raccoons, bears, cows, mice, and more. Teddy Roosevelt's pony, Algonquin, used to ride up the White House elevator. It’s the presidential biography you haven’t been told.
The “Who Was…” series of biographies profile everyone from Elvis to Sacajawea to the American Presidents. In this book, JFK’s fight with scarlet fever as a toddler is featured along with his heroic days in WWII and his election as the nation’s youngest leader. It includes 100 black-and-white illustrations as well as a timeline that guides readers through this eventful period in history.
Venezia's “Getting to Know…” series covers artists, composers, and presidents. All 44 POTUSes are featured with a mix of historical paintings and silly cartoons that admittedly take a few artistic liberties. For example, I doubt Washington’s military crew worried about bringing Christmas presents when they crossed the Delaware River. But don’t worry, the actual text keeps to the facts and is written simply enough for kids to understand and enjoy.
I saved this one for last, because it’s the only book on the list actually written by a president. In a series of letters to his daughters, President Barack Obama offers tributes to thirteen groundbreaking Americans. This includes painter Georgia O'Keeffe, baseball player Jackie Robinson, scientist Albert Einstein, astronaut Neil Armstrong, among others. It celebrates their unique characteristics and highlights the potential he sees in his own daughters, and ultimately in all of our kids.


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Prints are made to order, so please allow 5 - 7 business days for orders to be filled. Larger sizes are available upon request.
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What not to do when you about to get a mortgage approval. What not to do when you about to get a mortgage approval.
As one of the biggest financial decisions you will ever make, a mortgage is important to get right.
There are several pitfalls that many prospective home owners fall prey to when applying for that all important mortgage.
If you want to buy a large purchase such as a car or expensive item such as TV which will involve getting credit, avoid this during your mortgage process. Mortgage companies are far stricter than pre-financial crisis. It may delay a house purchase or prevent it all together.
you should bare in mind the additional costs of home ownership. It isn’t just your monthly mortgage payment there are utility bills, insurance costs and property tax rates to consider. Also you need to bare in mind the cost of any solicitors fees that you may have to pay.
There are many other things you need to know. Staying in your current employment is a must until any move has been completed. This even applies if you are moving into a job with greater pay rates, mortgage lenders will only look at the fact that you have changed jobs.

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"The health care sector is growing rapidly, with new hospital being built and hospitals being modernized. Also medical tourism is increasing and this calls for upgrading the standards of service and the facilities.
The Post-graduate Diploma Course in Hospital Management will equip participants with the skill and confidence to take up careers as Administrators/Managers in health care establishments. Such professionals complement the work done by doctors and nurses and help to improve the efficiency of the health care institutions as well as patient satisfaction.
KEM Hospital which is a tertiary care hospital has over 550 beds with modern equipment for diagnosis and treatment covering all specialties. It also has an outreach programme covering 30 villages and providing primary and secondary healthcare. It offers good opportunities for learning."
"Every successful career begins with a strong foundation of theory combined with practical training in good practices and that is what the Healthcare Management Institute is all about. It is a good place for a career-start."
The Healthcare Management Institute at KEM Hospital, Pune, is a state of the art 600 bedded tertiary care multi-specialty teaching hospital, serving not only the city, but also the large surrounding urban and rural areas.
The Healthcare Management Institute (HMI) is affiliated to the University of Pune and conducts a Postgraduate Diploma course in Hospital Management (PGDHM) attended by students from all over India. Since its commencement in 2007, this course has held a proud record of 100% placement of all its students all over the country. Over 50% of the students obtain placements even before the final examination results are declared.
Our students are working in hospitals, academic institutions, diagnostic laboratories, health insurance companies, TPAs and BPOs dealing with healthcare and health insurance claims processing. This speaks volumes for the quality and depth of education provided at our Institute.
HMI was ranked fourth amongst Healthcare Management Institutes in India by the national magazine “The Week” in June 2010 and is a leading healthcare management institute in Pune today.
The biggest advantage our students have is that the college is located within the hospital, thus the students have immediate access to all the departments at all times. Our students have first-hand exposure to the services and facilities in a large multispecialty hospital setting and gain practical experience almost on a daily basis.
Why choose the HMI at KEM Hospital?
Case studies and group discussions and seminars are arranged to give a wider exposure of the healthcare sector to the students.
•	Guest lectures by eminent persons in various fields enrich the program and add value to the course.
These are additional programs that are not in the Pune University curriculum but are provided only by HMI in Pune. The results can be seen in the 100% placement record that we have had year on year.
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text: Halloween is RIGHT around the corner are you ready!? These are five GREAT files you can use on ANYTHING from trick or treat bags to yard signs! These are such EXCELLENT vinyl when printed on your Cricut Cutter! This was made for Vinyl cutters in mind. This file has been tested on a Cricut Explore one and has cut fine. I do not know how well it would cut on a Silhouette Cameo as I do not own one. No refunds.


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At Sea to Sky Paddle Fit, our goal is to support you in the pursuit of an active outdoor lifestyle. We love to sweat and believe in the holistic power of fitness not only for physical health, but for mental and emotional health.
When we exercise, our bodies release endorphins - a natural mood elevator. When we feel stronger and become more fit, we also feel more confident in ourselves, and can perform everyday tasks, or practice our favourite sports with greater ease.
We also believe that mother nature’s elements provide an important pathway to physical, mental and emotional health and well-being.
Research has shown that exercising in nature can have benefits above and beyond just the physical benefits of exercise. According to Dr. Greg Wells, Kinesiologist at the University of Toronto, exercising outdoors can improve mental well-being, self-esteem and can even help with fighting depression.
Training, exercising and participating in activities outdoors can also help people stick to their exercise programs, according to one 2004 study. The study found that people who exercised outdoors were more likely to adhere to their programs than those who trained indoors.
According to Wells, being surrounded by plants and trees can also have a positive effect on our bodies. Phytoncides, a chemical emitted by plants to protect themselves from fungus, bacteria and insects, is also beneficial to humans. When you spend time in the forest, there is an increase in cells that circulate through your body and kill bacteria, viruses, fungus and other invaders.
With evidence to suggest the physical, mental and emotional benefits of both indoor and outdoor exercise, we offer fun outdoor fitness opportunities in and around Vancouver, including Stand Up Paddling (SUP) classes - SUP lessons, SUP Yoga, Surfer's Sculpt SUP Fitness, Run & SUP Series - as well as outdoor fitness trips with our sister companies, Paddle Into Fitness and Girls Gone Wilderness . While we love the outdoors; we believe that sweating indoors and out are both inherently good - we just want to give you the choice!
Vision: Optimal health and self-love is achieved and sustained through a fun balance of fitness, wellness, nutrition, play and rest, both indoors and out.
Mission: To offer unique opportunities for outdoor fitness and paddling to help you stay active by nature.
 achieve a healthy, sustainable lifestyle.
We value relationships with people; we nurture connection and care deeply about our clients and students.
We believe that the outdoors provide an invaluable conduit to physical, mental, social and emotional well-being.
· We thrive on, and encourage, physical activity, fitness and a lifestyle that is fun, playful, wholesome and inspiring.
We believe in healthy lifestyle changes that focus on living better, not "perfectly'. In other words, we believe in balance.
We prefer "strong and healthy" over thin and skinny.
· We encourage healthy, active outdoor lifestyles that are complemented by a healthy, whole and sustainable nutritional diet.
We also believe there is no "one size fits all" solution to nutrition and eating.
· We are humbled by nature, its forces and its beauty and strive to be responsible environmental stewards of the earth.


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Everything students and prospective students need to know about the profession, our curriculum, our campus, student life, and the admissions process.
CMCC is an academic institution offering undergraduate degree and postgraduate and continuing education programs in chiropractic campus, student life, and the admissions process.
CMCC has a network of chiropractic clinics throughout the GTA that care for more than 5000 patients a year.
CMCC's 36th walk/run in support of chiropractic research and education.
CMCC's 7th annual golf tournament fundraising in Richmond, BC.
Welcoming CMCC alumni back to the Leslie St. campus, and celebrating anniversary classes.


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TY I think it helps me that food isn't a major priority for me, as long as I can have bread too...lol Hubby bought me a bread machine and I have made and frozen enough bread for me for the next week or so.
HI!! I'm not any help to you group-wise but I too live in WV, about 1 hr from Martinsburg, up near Cumberland Md Welcome and hello!!
Just checking in, been gluten-free(with that one slip last weekend ) for 2 weeks, so officially 1 week I'm not finding it too difficult, bought a bread machine and found rice flour, our local Martin's mkt has a gluten-free section, got cookies and other goodies there. I'm not having the belly-aches as bad but the fatigue and so forth con't but I'm going to truck on and give it some time. TY guys for the support, it means alot, I've learned alot from reading past posts.
TY I had figured that was prob the case. Actually, tho, the GI sx for me are the least of it, not alot of diahhrea but alot o bloating and discomfort but I guess I'e "gotten used" to it. My main prob is th eoverwhelming fatigue, (in spite of a hemoglobin of 12.9) and the neuropathy of feet and legs. Some days I can berely function. Is this familiar to anyone here and if so, did relief come with the gluten-free diet? I can totally go gluten-free if I know that it may help, I'm so desperate for relief.
I joined last week, had been gluten-free for 6 days but tonight was out GD 2nd bday and the sight of pizza was too much for me and I broke down and ate 2 pieces. I really hadn't been having too tough of a time with the dietary changes, in fact I was prob eating a bit healthier, subbing a banana or an apple for a few crackers for a snack. Is this a makor setback? Also, I need to know..altho I was only gluten-free for 6 days, should I have not experienced SOME kind of difference? Less bloating, stomach discomfort, fatigue? I didn't feel any better at all. Now, I know that the vets will poo-poo this and tell me it take mths and yrs to see a real diff but should I notice ANY diff at all right away or is that wishful thinking ?
Dairy has never been a problem for me and no Candida here As far as sweets, I can take or leave, occ a piece of milk choc and then I'm good for awhile. And I agree about control over our own health, if we don't look out for it, who will?
TY for the info, I don't mean to come off sounding as if I'm making light of it This all brand-new, as in 2 days new to me, I don't have dx of celiac disease but I am so desperate to regain my health and this might be the answer. At the very least, it will make me eat better...lol Fortunatley, food is not my passion so it may not be as difficult for me, it's just going to take some getting used to being consious of what I eat .
I have tingling in my hands and feet and my B12 level tested at above normal. I agree with others that it may not be B12 related but due to another condition.


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Speaking to reporters in Brussels on October 2, Ambassador Kay Bailey Hutchison called on Russia to halt development of the 9M729, which the United States says is a violation of the 1987 Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty.
“It is time now for Russia to come to the table and stop the violations,” Hutchison said on the eve of a meeting between Defense Secretary Jim Mattis and his NATO counterparts.
Moscow denies it is violating the INF treaty, which banned all land-based cruise missiles with a range of 500-5,500 kilometers — rockets that in Russia’s case would be capable of reaching Europe or Alaska, and claims the United States has violated it — an allegation Washington denies.
Hutchison said that the United States was committed to a diplomatic solution but would consider military action if necessary.
The comments by Hutchison, who was appointed to the NATO post by President Donald Trump, appeared to be the most direct warning of a preemptive strike since a U.S. official said in 2017 that the United States would consider creating its own system if Russia continued to violate the INF treaty.
They come at a time when relations between Russia and NATO remain tense due to disputes over issues including Russia’s military action in Ukraine and Syria, its alleged meddling in the 2016 U.S. presidential election, and the Western accusation that Moscow was behind the poisoning of ex-spy Sergei Skripal and his daughter in England in March.
Mattis said he would discuss the issue with his NATO defense ministers at a meeting in Brussels on October 3-4.

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Students own their learning and acquire important digital skills when given the opportunity to create, produce, and problem-solve with technology. When students are first allowed to use technology for their projects they are excited. However, some learners need inspiration, encouragement, or ideas. That is why I love to show my students various examples of digital projects from learners just like them! In my new book, Hacking Digital Learning Strategies: 10 Ways to Launch EdTech Missions, I list different student examples for learners to evaluate with reflection activities in the Mission Prep sections. Below, find a list of inspiring young people making the world a better place with technology.
Signal to Noise is a festival Jon Samuelson‘s district hosts each year to recognize outstanding K12 student video productions, such as documentaries, animations, comedies, dramas, newscasts, music videos, and PSAs (Public Service Announcements).
Find great examples of student newscasts on the Scholastic’s Kid Reporters Notebook website and the Voice K website.
Kid President creates inspiring videos and uplifts people around the world through social media.
TED has created the playlist, Talks by Brilliant Kids and Teens, of video recorded TED Talks by kids and teens under the age of 20.
Newsela has a collection of articles, Kid Innovators, with the stories of young inventors with quizzes and writing activities.
Beth Kanter, an expert on how nonprofits can use social media, shares four examples of children and teens crowdfunding causes in her article, Kids and Kickstarter: The Rise of PhilanthroKids and Kid Crowdfunding.
Find interviews with young innovators on the web platform, KidBacker.
For student created video book reviews, check out Slime Kids and Book Trailers for Readers.
MathTrainTV is a network of math tutorials created by students.
DIY features DIY videos created by children.
For student created digital textbooks check out these examples- Creatures, Plants and More! A Kid’s Guide to Northwest Florida, Wikibooks and iBooks by adolescents, The Two Kids and Desert Town, geography and science Livebinder textbooks, and DGH Wikispaces.
Challenge– Inspire students to do great things with technology by showing them inspiring examples created by learners like them.

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The flavor that keeps going on continues to be bullish, but it's a bit weird, but I think it's a good snack. The box is bigger than I thought.
I prepared for my daughter who likes movies, but it's delicious.


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Marathon Man took a 4+ day adventure to Music City, along with a group of 14 Rebel Runners. While the Rock’N’Roll event had it’s troubles, bands and cheerleaders rocked the hilly course as advertised.
Thursday 4/22 – No I.D.
Loco and I arrive at PHL in plenty of time for our 1030am Southwest flight, but I soon realize that my driver license isn’t in my wallet, so I have no photo ID. The ticket counter lady allowed me to head for the security area. A supervisor was called and I re-stated that I had no photo ID or a Social Security card. I was escorted through the metal detector, patted down, and had the contents of my bag inspected before being sent to the gate. Apparently, photo ID is not actually necessary!!!
We grabbed a Gray Line van ($20 r/t race discount) for the 25 minute ride to Hampton Inn West End, near Vanderbilt University. Deposited bags at the counter and walked about a mile to downtown Nashville on Broadway, which served as the first 2 miles of our race. The rolling hills immediately became evident. Passing the ornate Custom House, old train station and several impressive churches, downtown is an attractive mix of classic and modern buildings.
Across Broadway from the Convention Center is a glass-walled visitor center, directly in front of Bridgestone Arena, home of the NHL Nashville Predators who happened to be hosting a playoff game that night against the Chicago Black Hawks. When diehard Flyers fan Loco noticed an outdoor table proclaiming “tickets still available”, she didn’t even hesitate in heading for the ticket counter.
We crossed the street to grab some local Yazoo Dos Perros Ale and an obligatory BBQ pork sandwich at Ribby’s. Then it was time to walk past the famous Ryman Auditorium to take advantage of small opening day crowds at the race expo, just as big as NY or Chicago, with over 30,000 runners expected. Bib, chip, gray tech shirt, goody bag, MGD 64 calorie beer and of course a yellow MGD bracelet for the post-race beer tent. We dropped into Wildhorse Saloon (a big dance hall) and then walked back up Broadway and West End Ave. to our hotel.
Loco ditched me for the game while I strolled around the corner to enjoy a pastrami sandwich at Noshville, a popular NY style deli. When more of our group arrived, 8 of us then walked back downtown and stood in line for famous “Jack’s Bar-B-Que”, sitting upstairs. We strolled past the loud bars and several street players.
The hotel breakfast buffet was great! Scrambled eggs, fruit cocktail, make your own waffles, yogurt, bagels and pastries. Loco and I walked a mile to Centennial Park, where porta-potties were ready in the start area, across the huge lawn from the Parthenon, a full scale replica of the original in Athens, Greece. Loco had run the Athens Marathon a couple years prior. We snapped pics and paid $8 admission to view the art gallery on the lower level. The upper level is dominated by a 42 foot full size replica of the 5th century BC statue of Athena Parthenos, the Greek goddess of wisdom, prudent warfare and the arts.
This Parthenon was originally built as part of the international art exhibition for the 1897 Centennial Exposition. A pyramid and other photographed buildings had been removed, but the “Athens of the South” decided to keep it to bolster the city’s identity.
With a high of 84 degrees and sunny skies, it was a great day for shorts and a ball cap. Loco and I wandered over to Logan’s Roadhouse, where we had a great lunch in a festive atmosphere and they loaded our table with hot bread rolls. By the time we had eaten, many phone calls, text messages and emails later, we were booked to hit the Grand Ole Opry for the evening show.
Another new development was that race management announced a possibility that marathoners with a pace for over a 4:30 finish time may be diverted to the half marathon finish due to forecast T-storms, wind, and possibly hail and tornados. It would be a gameday decision, so now all of the runners, volunteers, and spectators in town were watching weather channels in every bar, restaurant and hotel room.
Dinner for 15 was great at Amerigo, directly across from hotel, and the $40 taxi ride got us to Opryland just in time. The venue is impressive for the every night shows. Fridays are broadcast on radio, so the on-stage announcer reading commercials between bands added a nostalgic touch. The performers each did 2-3 song sets and introduced each other. Mainly classic (read ‘oldies’) country songs sung by aging artists. It’s amazing that walkers and wheelchairs weren’t used to move them around the stage. Our Rebel group sat high in the balcony. Little Jimmy Dickens (4’11”) had some good “You know you’re old when…” jokes.
Pam Tillis, The Whites and others warmed us up for Charlie Daniels and his band, who made the evening worthwhile as he proved to have recovered well from recent publicized heart issues. I was in bed by 1030pm.
Tony & I left the room at 545am, after watching weather forecasts for the 10th time in 24 hours. It was warm and humid enough that no throwaway was required. We walked up West End Ave towards bag check in the park. Upon approaching the start area, the announcer said “The only change is that start time has been moved up 15 minutes to 645.” Well that’s pretty darn significant, so we quickened the pace to drop our bags and head for the potty line, wondering when and how the time change was made public.
No rain yet, so we figured that things were looking up, even though the high was expected to be 74. Of course the 645 start found runners scrambling into position, with lots of bewildered participants walking on sidewalks in the opposite direction during the first several blocks after the gun went off.
With 31,000 runners, the wave start helped us find a reasonable pace. But being in corral 2 of 31 was a bigger help. Mostly downhill for the 2 miles to downtown helped us relax. Tony and I would run mostly side by side for almost 10 miles as he pulled me up many of the climbs. Bands rocked us and high school & grade school cheerleaders pumped us up as advertised.
we still hadn’t reached the halfway point.
Two minutes ahead of our 3:30 time pace was reasonable, but with spaced out runners, it was harder work. I settled in to a true 8:00/mile pace (maintaining the 2 minute cushion) for a few miles, but although there were less hills in the 2nd half, the sun sometimes peeked out to intensify the heat. We silently ran on some wide industrial streets until enjoying a scenic 2 mile stretch on a levee along the Cumberland River. A short but steep downhill signaled our turn back to town to complete this second loop. At mile 19, we re-joined the throng of half marathoners as they headed for their finish, crossing the bridge towards the Titans football stadium. At mile 20 there were plenty of finish area spectators, but then we were eerily alone again for the final 10K.
I was struggling to try to maintain a sub-3:30 finish, but was losing ground. Another stretch along the river and around a park helped make loop 3 more bearable. Just before mile 24, I was passed by the 3:30 pacer (whom we had not found in the corral). That was disheartening, since I couldn’t stay with him. To make matters worse, he was alone, having lost his entire group. A lone runner carrying a pacer sign is depressing. Then we again experienced the oncoming runners, as the clouds darkened and a few raindrops fell.
I hadn’t totally lost my stride, but didn’t have the legs to move faster. Mile 25 was good to see, but just before the last water stop I was surprised to see a steady stream of runners coming around a corner to join us. I was afraid to ask what brought them there and even wondered if I had made a wrong turn but I definitely had not run on this street before. Besides, all of my concentration was focused on finishing.
The sore left Achilles that had hampered my training could be felt since mile 8, but never really worsened and I didn’t encounter any other specific aches or pains. Only hills and humidity to blame for a tough run. I was moving at a faster pace than the main group, so passing runners was a positive, but sharing my finish time with slower runners was a negative, especially since I still didn’t know where and when they’d been diverted. I enjoyed the home stretch as much as possible, with a half-hearted kick being cheered by a good number of spectators and my 3:32:30 chip time didn’t really make me unhappy.
Less than 2 minutes after finishing, rain started falling and lightning was visible. Wind kicked up as I collected medal, blanket, water, bananas and whatever I could fit in my Race-Ready shorts pouch. Of course, most of the 25,000 half marathoners had already finished so the finish area was mobbed. It was also very chaotic, with few signs explaining where to go. By the time I found bag check (at furthest point from the finish), I had declared that organization was a mess. By now, it was pouring and people were crowding under tents, stadium entrances and anyplace else for shelter.
Since I found myself near the beer tent, I grabbed one and squeezed in with other storm victims. The rain would not stop, so I kept eating my provisions and grabbed another beer. The wind and downpour only got worse, so I finally did some stretching with one hand while holding the foil blanket closed with the other, since it was windy, wet and cool. I spoke with 2 different young guys who had completed their first marathon, one in 3:37 and one around 4 hours, who turned out to be one of the last to pass before runners started getting diverted at mile 20.5 or so. They were happy. I also spoke with 2 ladies who had been diverted while trying to complete their first marathon. They were sad — as were many others.
Mainly due to the weather, the marathon portion of the race had become a fiasco. I wondered how they’d figure finish times and even who had finished the full, since there were no mats past the diversion point. My 2 friends doing the Full had both been diverted. Race management would eventually go through results by hand to determine which “category” each runner fell into (including the previously discussed “marathoners being diverted to the half marathon finish”, essentially running the half marathon. About 720 of us completed the full, another 1,000 diverted to 21 or so miles and maybe 2,000 being forced to run the half.
There was still one more “leg” to my adventure. Certainly the 10 half marathoners in our group had headed to the hotel or downtown to seek proper shelter in a bar. As the beer tent was being torn down, I started my wet 2 mile walk across the bridge through downtown towards the hotel. Several other stragglers were also limping back across the bridge and I started talking with another idiot who happened to be headed to a hotel even farther up the street than ours. We joked with each other as a deluge of rain fell on us and lightning sometimes lit up the sky. The only people outdoors were soggy runners. Every corner was like a river crossing and soon many of the sidewalks were 2 inches deep with water. It wasn’t the safest thing to be doing and I told him that his wife was gonna kill him. The can of 64 calorie beer I was sipping got weaker and weaker from rainwater, and eventually warm, dirty curb water splashed up by passing cars… Yes, I stopped drinking it.
Upon surviving the trek back, we gathered for lunch at a crowded Blackstone Brewery at around 2pm. With a burger and beer, all was now good. We headed back downtown in plenty of time for the 6pm concert at the arena, where Jarrod Niemann, then Heidi Newfield (formerly of Trick Pony) warmed us up for John Rich. Lenora bought me a beer since I was still without ID.
While some in our group explored the Parthenon, I hit 8:30am Mass at the Cathedral of the Incarnation, conveniently situated right next to the Hampton Inn. Several marathon shirts were among the congregation. Of course, it was a beautiful cool & sunny day. Our group took a leisurely walk along “Music Row” studios and past the Musica sculpture, retracing parts of the race course and finding plenty of used gel packets on the ground as evidence.
We took plenty of pictures, heading back downtown. After stopping in to the magnificent “train station” hotel lobby, we eventually dropped in to the large Broadway Brewhouse for lunch. Service was horrible, but the food was good. More group shots and the ladies even found a store selling “Rebel Girl” hats.
at the very cool Flying Saucer – the place to sample 80 beers on tap and plenty more in bottles. Afternoon was turning to evening when we departed to meet up with others for pizza and more beer at Pie in the Sky.
We took another pleasant walk past Vanderbilt to the West End area, our turnaround point being “Team Nashville” running store. 10 of us headed to the airport early for a 3:40pm SW flight, which turned into 4:30 and finally, 5:00.
I had been apprehensive about possible security problems since I still had the same “no ID” predicament, but I was given the same additional screening as at PHL and the 4 different security people involved were so fast that I got through even faster than the others. I was again astonished that I could get on the plane without any proof of who I was. It turns out that the next day, a plane from Paris to Atlanta was diverted to Maine due to an unruly passenger claiming he had a bomb on board!! Additional delays brought our gate arrival time to around 8pm. At least we had missed rush hour traffic.

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text: This week, despite coming very close to losing faith in humanity, we have something that might just cheer you up. No, it’s not a re-election, it’s a braindump. Instead of sticking to our usual theme, we decided to release this week’s episode in the form of a YouTube video. You’ll be able to see our conversation as we pretend to sit in the same room, side by side even though we’re in two different countries.


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Well, since it's a lazy Friday afternoon I thought maybe we could do something different.
I am going to share a few pictures of my favorite aprons and I hope you will find the time to link up and share a few of yours too. We'll keep this linky party open all month so everyone has a chance to show off their aprons.
You don't have to share JUST your aprons. I'd love to read posts of APRONS IN ACTION perhaps featuring you canning, gardening, cooking, or baking... and we'd love to see those recipes too. Be creative and most of all, have fun! Thank you.
This lovely apron is new to my collection. It comes from a dear friend and fellow apron fashionista Dolly Sarrio of the blogs Hibiscus House, Dolly is Cooking, and Dolly's Designs. Dolly made this apron from a pattern she made from one of her grandma's aprons. I love it. I have honey bees and this apron had my name on it, literally. Lol.
As it turns out Dolly has two internet stores full of her lovely handmade vintage and retro inspired aprons and knitted designs HERE and HERE.
Dolly made me this beautiful half apron from a vintage pattern.
I just love all the little details, like the beautiful muted vintage inspired fabric, the large ric rac design and the quality of Dolly's handwork. You cannot see from my pictures, but her sewing is so nice and neat. I feel like a princess when I wear this one. Thank you so much Dolly.
This apron came from a winter carnival at Knott's Berry Farm a few years ago. I just love this fabric it's full of images of Dia De Los Muertos iconograephy, the Aztec God Tlalac, and the Virgin Mary.
It's so bright and colorful.
This smock apron was a gift from my hubby and it is probably my favorite. It looks just like my grandma's aprons. I almost never saw her without an apron. Except on Sundays.
Every time I wear this one I am transported back to childhood images of grandma shelling peas, or beans or canning something wonderful. I miss her so much.
I picked up this apron at a yard sale recently. It was a steal. It's full of horse tack n' cowgirl boots. Fun fabric.
Well, that's my favorites for now, but I'm always on the look out for aprons to add to my collection.
As you can see below, this little number is quickly becoming my workhorse apron. I will only wear my Dolly half apron for special occasions, but when I am out slinging mud in the garden or trying to get stung by my bees... this is my uniform of choice.
Love your idea of an apron hop! Thank you! You have wonderful aprons. I'm starting to think I may never have enough!
Can one ever have enough aprons??? Have a great week ahead.


text: This simple tote bag features VSO's iconic logo and a unique pattern. This tote bag is made from high quality 100% organic brushed cotton canvas. Lightweight and perfect for shopping, books and other bits and pieces.


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And get your copy of Poseidon’s Children here.
“Cinema of Shadows” Becomes Most Downloaded Horror Title on Kindle!
My Harmony, Indiana novel Cinema of Shadows just became the most downloaded Horror title for Amazon’s Kindle (Yes, it takes more units to top the free charts).
As someone who has loved Horror for as long as they can remember, I must admit that this took my breath away. When I was in the 8th grade, I read my first Stephen King novel: The Shining. If you had told me back then that I would one day go on to write about a haunting of my own, and that said novel would then go on to top the charts, I would have said that you were crazy. But here it is, a reality.
I want to thank all my faithful readers, and my publisher, Seventh Star Press, for making this a reality. Your support means the world to me!
Now, off to make myself some coffee to celebrate, and then right back to work on more horrific tales!
Fantasy Book Review Gives Poseidon’s Children Almost Perfect 9 out of 10!

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text: Kent Irwin has been the financial and career ministry pastor at Vineyard Columbus (VC) since 2015 and on staff since 2009, originally serving as the financial ministry director along with a social worker and career professional, assisting those recovering from the Great Recession. Kent’s 35 years of experience has involved ministry, finances, and his own career development. His financial career began in private practice as an advisor, but evolved into the corporate world and in entrepreneurship. He’s served as an Advanced Markets Consultant with Nationwide Financial,® and co-founded an online financial planning app www.eFinPLAN.com. Kent got his BA from The Ohio State University, and earned the financial industry professional designations of Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU), and Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy (CAP). He began attending Vineyard Columbus in 1991, is married to Laura (1984), and has two children and grandchildren.


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Toy trains were revolutionized when Märklin, a German company that specialized in doll house accessories, sought to make an equivalent toy for boys where a continuous revenue stream could be guaranteed by selling add-on accessories for decades after the first purchase. In addition to boxed sets containing a train and track, Märklin offered additional track, rolling stock, and buildings offered separately, creating the predecessor to the modern model train layout featuring buildings and scenery in addition to a working train.
Electric trains followed, with the first appearing in 1897, produced from the U.S. company Carlisle & Finch. As home use of electricity became more prevalent in the early 20th century, electrical trains gained popularity and as time moved on, these electric trains grew in sophistication, gaining lighting, the ability to change direction, to emit a whistling noise, to smoke, to couple and uncouple cars and even load and unload freight. Toy trains from the first half of the 20th century were frequently made of lithographed tin; later trains were often made mainly of plastic.
Today, S gauge and O gauge railroads are still considered toy trains by their adherents and are often accessorized with semi-scale model buildings by Plasticville or even K-Line (who owns the rights to the Plasticville-like buildings created by Marx in the 1950s to the 1970s). However, due to their high cost, one is more likely to locate an HO scale or N scale train set at a toy shop than an O scale set.
Many modern electric toy trains comprise sophisticated electronics that exude digitized sound effects and allow the operator to safely and easily run multiple remote controller trains on one loop of course. In the last few years, many toy train operators will operate a train using a TV camera at the front of the engine and hooked up to a display, such as pc monitor. This will show a picture, similar to that of a genuine (smaller size) railroad.


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Getting a sparkling teeth is really difficult. Hmmm, not actually.
Follow the below steps to get sparkling teeth and that all within few minutes.
#1 The recipe needs two things – baking soda and lemon juice.
#2 Take some lemon juice and one tablespoon of baking soda.
#3 Now after removing all the lumps form the baking soda. Mix few droplets of lemon juice in it.
#5 Now, You just need to brush your teeth with the paste.
That’s all. Now check your teeth.


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If you live in a deregulated area of Texas, chances are there are many fixed-rate and variable-rate supply plans available to you. It is important to shop around and compare Texas energy rates in El Paso to make sure you're getting the best plan for you.
Before you find your perfect supply plan in El Paso, it is important to understand the different types of energy rates that are available in Texas. A fixed rate means your rate per kWh will stay the same during your entire contract. Fixed rates may also be referred to as stable rates or secure rates. Plans with fixed rates are an option for consumers who want to secure their energy rate and not worry about changes in market prices.
When it comes to choosing an energy supply plan, there is more to consider than just the rate. Before you sign up for an energy plan, think about how long you'll be at your current residence in El Paso. If you own a house and don't plan on moving for a long time, you may be interested in a longer contract. For consumers who rent an apartment, a short-term contract may provide more flexibility that is valuable to you in case you need to move.
Keep in mind there are electricity pricing differences across Texas. This is usually dependent on which transmission and distribution utility serves the area. Even with the same retail electric provider, the energy rates El Paso residents pay may not be what customers in other locations pay.

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State clearly on the form what you want so that Southern Contracts may handle your request efficiently.
Your form will be sent to office@southerncontracts.co.uk.


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We have just come out of the final session at the TEDSummit in Banff, Canada where nearly 400 members of the TEDx community came together for a week long first-of-its-kind experience. Here we were joined by many of the most prolific TED and TEDx speakers and members of all TED’s communities — together almost 1000 strong. The theme of the conference was ‘Aim higher, together’ and we certainly did!
We wanted to share with you some of the highlights from the week.
We kicked off the week with a pre-conference gathering for TEDx’ers which we named the TEDx Global Forum.This was not an ordinary workshop but rather a journey centered on Passion, Purpose, and Action! In more than 30 breakout rooms, TEDx’ers articulated our shared passions, wrote out purpose statements, and brainstormed on actions we can take as a community. The outcomes of the sessions were rich and plentiful. As soon as we have a chance to process and organize all the ideas we will share them with you so we can explore and advance them together. In the meanwhile we wanted to share pictures from these breakouts.
Also at the TEDx Global Forum, Chris Anderson addressed TEDx’ers and spoke about his experiences as a curator (and included some amusing examples of talks “gone wrong”), his hopes for the TEDx community and his excitement to find new ideas that are emerging from new voices.The next day he hosted the TEDx community for a conversation about his latest book on speaker coaching.
TEDx’ers work hard and play hard! After a busy morning we went on an amazing adventure to Lake Louise where we hiked, canoed on the gorgeous blue glacier water, played lawn games and socialized against one of the world’s most magnificent backdrops.This was followed by a festive reception hosted by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation at Wild Bill’s Legendary Saloon.
TEDSummit kicked off on Sunday with a concert under the stars hosted by our TED Fellows, and in the opening session Chris spoke about the power of TED, the challenges we face today as the world sometimes doesn’t live up to our expectations; and, why ideas matter, now more than ever.
More than 114 community-led workshops and activities were offered at the Summit. The program book was 128 pages (check out a digital copy here). TEDx’ers hosted many sessions including one on tackling trauma by Jo Dee Davis and augmented learning by Eric Hawkinson. One of the most popular sessions was hosted by TEDxBeaconStreet speaker Robert Waldinger on happiness. And best of all, many of us got to attend so many of these sessions that offered unique opportunities for learning.
As always, there were an abundance of fascinating talks. Jennifer Brea gave a heart wrenching talk about battling Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and eL Seed discussed the profound impact art has on our lives and our perceptions.
Through a pre-recorded video that was played during Session 3, Marwa al-Sabouni, an architect who lives in Syria, gave the audience insight into perhaps another reason for the war in Syria: architecture.
Fun gatherings were plentiful, here are just a few highlights.
In the end, this is how we all aim higher together.
We wish we could have all come together in one room. We missed you dearly and hope we catch you at the next TED event! We look forward to sharing with you even more details about our time and outcomes from TEDSummit in the coming weeks!
We are excited to continue to aim higher, together, with all of you.


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text: 4920 Unit #230 Landmark CRL, Egg Harbor, WI 54209 - Updated unit by the owners and is not in the Landmark rental program and is managed by the owners. Current booked rentals will go with the unit minus a small handling fee for bookings already in progress. The current owner will help the buyer set up the rental business and stay on as a consultant to assist in a smooth transition. This unit can be a rental or lived in all year round by the owner with an estimated monthly cost is around 650.00. This unit is handicap accessible, sleeps four on a queen and pull out couch. Includes all furniture, window coverings, decor and kitchen place settings for 8 people.

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Last night, Val and I went to the hospital to visit my grandmother. She’s almost 98 years old. My grandfather had passed away three years ago and she is my last surviving grandparent.
As we drove home, I reflected on the past as we all do when we face transitions in life.
My grandmother grew up around the Great Depression. Her father was a butcher and supplied meat to their neighbors. She told me stories about card games at the house where her and her siblings would crawl on the floor and pick up the money that was dropped by the intoxicated guys above.
She drove cars around her family’s property. She worked numerous jobs, raised two girls while my grandfather was in Italy during WW2, and raised a son after the war who would eventually become my father.
We had family dinners, oh the family dinners! Multiple sides and main dishes, deserts that she would get up and make early in the mornings.
My time at their house always meant one thing in life, a sense of peace, of love and acceptance.
At our wedding, the pastor specifically mentioned my grandparents as our aspired goal. They were our inspiration. A marriage lasting almost seventy years and becoming cornerstones of a family.
As of this morning, she is still with us. I’m going through the day still finding memories from the past. From sleeping over in the summer, to fresh coffee cake for breakfast and fresh iced tea for lunch. She taught me how to crack an egg for baking, something I’ll pass on to Carter one day.
She’s been a blessing in my life and has made me a better person.
We drove home from the hospital and I wondered if it would be the last time I said goodbye to her. I kissed her on the forehead and thought about all the years she had done the same to me.
We all called her Princess, a name that I came up with when I was little. So this morning, Princess, even if you don’t get a chance to see this post, I want you to know how much you mean to me, to Val, and our family. You are a treasure.


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The Lay of the Land is updated periodically to reflect current REAG news and real estate news, and to provide some useful links for present and future landowners.
Detailed information about our Branch Office Program available upon request.
In addition to the Branch Office Program we are seeking Licensed Real Estate Professionals for regional management assignments.
The Branch Office Program is a great opportunity for business to add additional income to their present business. In fact it is effortless and lucrative, and the best part is, we do all the work, and the branch partner reaps the dividend.
Regional managers are always available to assist and support the client weather a buyer or seller.


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VPN, or Virtual Private Network, is in essence a proxy set up on a remote hosting server and if you connect to it, all your Internet traffic will go through it. That way if you open a website, the IP address that shall be accessing the internet site will be the one of the hosting machine and not your own. This service enables you to open sites, download files or access online services which are restricted exclusively to selected counties as long as the server that your connection goes through is situated in one of these countries. Using a VPN shall also increase your online security since you won't be revealing your actual IP address and location when you access any content on the web. Even though there are organizations which provide only VPN services, we have decided to include VPN access to all hosting packages we offer and at no additional charge, so you can use the service absolutely free if you already host your internet sites on our servers.
If you have a cloud hosting account, for instance, you will discover a VPN section within the Hepsia Cp that's used to take care of all shared accounts. You shall find all of the info you need there - server hostname, login details and a list of the hosting machine locations which you may use. We keep expanding the latter constantly, so with a couple of clicks you'll be able to access any online content from any location worldwide - the United States, Canada, the Netherlands, and so forth. With this free service you are able to use an encrypted connection to access social networks which are restricted in your country or streaming services which permit access only from certain countries and your actual location shall never be revealed as you aren't accessing anything directly. The filter that you shall find inside the VPN section of Hepsia will allow you to maximize your browsing speed and to reduce the generated traffic by blocking any unwelcome content including large images and adverts.
If you host your internet sites inside a semi-dedicated server account from our company, you shall locate a VPN section inside your Hepsia hosting Control Panel and all of the data that you require will be listed there. This includes the hostname and the login credentials whichyou need in addition to a full list of the hosting machines which we have and their locations. You can use any of them and we keep including new ones as to give you the opportunity to access any content that's restricted to specific countries or is blocked for whatever reason in your country. With just a few clicks your connection can go through the Netherlands, the USA or any of the other locations we provide. We also have a filter that can speed up your connection by blocking advertisements and other large content that could produce a lot of traffic. The connection to our VPN servers is encrypted, consequently no one can uncover what you browse or where you're physically located.


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Umechoka means you're tired now - the getting tired is in the past with present effects, as indicated by -me-.
To say that you were tired at some point in the past, you use ulikuwa to get back to that point in the past and then umechoka to indicate that the becoming tired was prior to that, with effects continuing up to the time in question. "You had gotten tired" and "You had been tired" are probably also possible interpretations, but this is the way to say "you were tired".


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How can a Bridgeton, New Jersey, tutor help students build the learning skills they need to be successful?
Education may be the most important key to success in the modern world. A private Bridgeton tutor can teach a student important facts and key information about their chosen area of study. A student taking their final year tests in Bridgeton High School could revise the subject with a private tutor before the test.
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I have a Bachelor of Arts in English from Rowan University. I have experience in Special Education, and I specialize in subjects such as Japanese, AP Japanese Language and Culture, and Foreign Language. I am also competent in subjects such as Elementary and Middle School Math, Writing, and Reading, as well as High School Literature, Writing, and Pre-Algebra.
I've had the privilege of tutoring dozens of students at my local high school, so I feel like I know how it's done. I have experience with every high school subject, but my favorite is probably Geometry. I view teaching as a creative process, so I don't have one set method. Instead, I try to see what method(s) a given student responds to and take it from there. My favorite part of tutoring is when I know a student well enough to see if they're getting it at a glance! Outside of tutoring, I work as a freelance bookkeeper and published magazine author. In my spare time, I enjoy blogging, cooking, gardening, sewing, and fitness.
As an educator, I believe that education is all about the student. With a dedicated and focused education, anyone can learn. I think we should reach out to students and accommodate their learning needs to help them grow. I have been a teacher for many years, working with students of all ages and skill levels on a variety of subjects. I like to make lessons fun and interesting to help students relate to their coursework. I can bring music and humor into tutoring sessions to make them more enjoyable. I teach test prep, science, math, computer science, writing, history, and many other subjects. When I am not teaching, I enjoy music, athletics, and outdoor activities.


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One of the country's biggest horse race, the Castle Tankard is back on the cards following a US$85 000 sponsorship.
After a 3-year absence, Zimbabwe's pinnacle event on the horse racing calendar the Castle tankard is back.
An excited horse racing fraternity on Friday morning converged at the Borrowdale Race Course to witness the launch of the 49th edition of the Castle Tankard with Delta Beverages Marketing Manager, Maxwell Karombo, expressing pleasure in unveiling the prestigious horse racing event.
Mashonaland Turf Club Chairman, Mike Van Blek thanked Delta for returning to the horseracing scene.
Africa's oldest sponsored and prestigious horse race the Castle Tankard will be the feature race on the 21st of May.
US$50 000 will be at stake in the feature race which will be run over 2000 metres.
7 other races which will be sponsored to the tune of US$35 000 are also on the cards.


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I have been waiting for over 20 years to be able to buy this in the UK at a reasonable price so thank-you very much! I will be back to buy more very soon, I am sure.
First tried a `CEASAR` in Canada two weeks ago . Loved it. This was the BEST deal n the internet and terrific service !


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5. Clutch & Brake Xchange Inc.
15. Subway Truck Parts Inc.
19. Dentoni's Welding Works Inc.
Very friendly and professional. They calibrated the speedometer on my Ford truck with an adapter and got it spot on. Highly recommend this shop.

industry_corpus2: Automobiles


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Octagon Tents provide a great view! Inside of the Coleman Cortes Octagon.
If you have read our site in the past, you have probably noticed we like to share different tent designs that really catch our attention.
We have talked about how much we like Instant Tents, and how much we like Connect Tents – so we thought we should share information about Coleman’s line of Octagon tents!
These octagon tents are going to be perfect for most outdoor activities, and they are also popular when glamping (which might be the only way I can convince my wife to go camping).
When comparing octagon tents to traditional rectangle tents, you are going to get better airflow, a better view, and more sunshine when you pick the octagon shaped tent! That’s because all of those octagon shape windows open up providing an awesome 360-degree view!
Interestingly enough, Coleman has a different name for their octagon tents in the United States vs. the United Kingdom – so read on to find out what your options are when it come to finding the absolute best octagon tents currently available!
Here is a list of your Coleman Octagon Tent Options with a more detailed review below!
The Best Coleman Octagon Tent Options.
Coleman Octagon 98 Full Fly – Buy Here!
In the United States, your option is the Coleman Octagon 98. It provides a great look, with plenty of room, and all sorts of little features that will make your outdoor time more enjoyable!
From a size standpoint, you are looking at a tent that is 13 feet by 13 feet – and a tent that has a center height of 6 feet 10 inches. Coleman would call this an 8-person tent (it can hold 8 people in sleeping bags) – or it can hold 2 queen-sized airbeds.
The poles are made from steel, so they should be very durable, and they are color coated to try and make setup as easy as possible on you. I think most campers will be able to setup the tent in about 15 minutes.
Besides having durable steel poles, the tent itself is made from a very durable polyester material.
There are two options – One that comes with a full-length zip-on fly & one that comes with a half-length zip-on fly. The full-length fly is the one I prefer – because the window design & view is better than the half-length fly option.
There are two doors – one on each side of the tent – that provide easy access and middle of the night bathroom break exits.
For air circulation purposes, the windows and the roof are both mesh.
There is a removable privacy wall that will create two separate rooms inside the tent – which is excellent for family or group camping.
Other fun features include lots of interior storage pockets and cup holders – it’s the little things that make camping more enjoyable.
All around, this is just a really great tent. The only downside is I’ve really only found this tent in a sharp blue color – or a nice looking grey color. Some more color flexibility would be awesome.
Great Value – Buy Here!
Coleman also has a great presence in the United Kingdom. Overseas, Coleman’s Octagon tent is called the Cortes Octagon 8.
This tent is heavily marketed as a glamping tent – or a tent really made for fun family activities. Six of the eight sides open up completely, which provides all the sunshine, air flow, and comfort that you are looking for in a tent.
The door on this tent is really unique – with multiple screens and a cool hinge. It actually functions like a real door, which you aren’t going to see in many other tents.
The size and the materials of these tents are basically the same as the option listed above. You still have that big living space that can be separated into two rooms and the flysheet can be removed to create more of a screen house.
It does also come with a wheeled carry bag because this tent does have a little bit of weight to it.
Coleman makes some great tents, and this one belongs towards the top of their best tent lists.
There are a few benefits to picking this line of tents. You have to love the design and the windows. Even if you are backyard camping – you can open all those windows and have a nice little shelter, with plenty of breeze to keep you cool.
Also, remember to enjoy the great outdoors!


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Allow our De Nigris family help make your Valentine’s Day memorable. Couple your American traditions of flowers and candies with our Italian tradition of fine balsamic vinegar and romance for a delicious, memorable celebration.
Enjoy a rich pie. A pie with maple syrup and fine balsamic vinegar is a perfectly acceptable treat for cupid’s day.
Eat Well, Laugh Often, Love Much. De Nigirs.... Bringing the Best of Italy to Your Table.
Make sure to slow down today; enjoy food, laughter, family, and friends!

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They play while you workout!
The ZONE is specifically designed for kids 7 to 11 years of age and is held Tuesday and Thursday from 6-7pm.
Why Exercise in a Group?
The relationships you’ll develop in a group exercise class will hold you accountable and motivate you to attend, even on those days you just don’t feel like it!
While individual workouts have their own rewards, a group exercise class has an instructor who provides instruction, feedback and at times, entertainment.
Group exercise classes make it more fun to work out every day, allowing you to build your favorite classes right into your schedule.
Click here to view the current class schedules and find the classes that are right for you!
Bring on the workout! This small group training class will challenge your muscle strength and endurance while teaching proper form and alignment. Increase your flexibility, balance, and strength in this 6 week class. Space is limited, sign up at the Welcome Center today.
This class is perfect to build your best body, boost fat-burning and jump-start your energy with progressive full body strength training. An intense total body workout designed to define and tone every muscle in every way as well as improve strength and endurance.
Sculpt your entire body in 60 minutes. Utilizes the barbell and your own body weight.
The best of both! 30 minutes of BODYPUMP combined with 30 minutes of core strengthening CXWORX.
High Intensity Interval Training (H.I.I.T) is a muscle building, fat burning, cardio-heavy full body class involving repeated bursts of activity combined with fixed periods of less intense activity and rest. All fitness levels welcome.
30 intense minutes of core activation. Work the torso and muscular slings, connecting the upper and lower body. Tighten your tummy and bottom and improve functional strength.
Strength and cardio training using medicine balls, bands and your own body weight.
Well known for its smooth, flowing movements. A higher stance with less kicking and punching.
PiYo is a fusion of Pilates and Yoga with a focus on flexibility and core strength. It works several muscle groups simultaneously through smooth, continuous motion with a particular concentration on strengthening and stabilizing the core (the abdomen, back and pelvic girdle region).
Be on time to ensure your space in class & prevent injury.
Limit talking, it’s impolite & distracting to the class and instructor.
If you have a special medical consideration, consult your doctor prior to exercise.
Wait for classroom to clear before entering.
Wear aerobic shoes (no black soles).


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THE Labour Party has made the first positive and considered move in the interests of the abused from the industrial schools. This is a month after the publication of the Ryan report but in the light of what the party is offering, there is no harm done in the waiting.
The party tabled a bill in the Dail on Thursday that seeks to amend the law on the vexed issue of criminality arising from the committal of young children to industrial schools through the district courts. The exoneration is as comprehensive as it could be.
The bill also seeks to amend the Redress Act in respect of victims of abuse who failed to make claims in time, or were excluded because the institutions to which they were committed were not listed in the schedule of institutions covered by the Act. This is another key issue for a number of men and women who have been blocked by it during the past 10 years.
A third matter addressed by the bill is also one of serious and deep concern to many of those who went through the difficult and arduous redress appeal system under the Redress Act. This is the imposition of secrecy on all who accepted money from the Redress Board with very severe penalties for default. These ranged from a €3,500 fine or six months in prison up to a €25,000 fine or two years in prison, or both. No defaulters among the religious orders for concealment, dishonesty over documents, or for perjury, had such criminal fines outlined in the legislation.
The fourth important issue covered in the bill is the protection of documents, both those collected and filed over 10 years by the Commission to Inquire into Child Abuse and the personal documents submitted to the Redress Board. These are a State heritage and the bill recognises this. The bill also recognises the need to free all the documents connected with the indemnity deal from restrictions which precluded them from the Freedom of Information legislation. There is a desirable addition to this: the inclusion of all the documents pertaining to the Cabinet decision in 1999 to embark on this inquiry and redress road.
Wisely, Joan Burton and the two men promoting the bill, Pat Rabbitte and Ruairi Quinn, both of whom have a long-standing involvement in the issue of the abused, concede that the bill might sensibly be taken over by the Government. This would resolve its financial provisions. It came as some surprise how little attention this Labour Party initiative attracted. After a month of the media wallowing in the more sensational aspects of the Ryan report, this virtual ignoring of a positive and sensible move to alleviate real distress among the abused is regrettable.
It would be logical to expect that this move by the Labour Party came out of the recommendations of the Ryan report. No such logic prevails, however. Despite the enthusiastic agreement of all the politicians in the Dail to endorse and support those recommendations, which was done unanimously, they are seriously defective and do not address any of the issues now covered by Labour's proposed Institutional Child Abuse Bill 2009.
Indeed, the Ryan report recommendations are predominantly concerned with future protection. This is in spite of the fact of 10 years of hearing evidence of shameful cruelty to industrial school inmates. The commission had two obligations when it came to making its summary of recommendations: the first was to alleviate distress among those who had suffered abuse; the second to prevent or reduce abuse from now on. Sixteen of the 20 recommendations belong in this latter category and are therefore aspirations -- they have little or nothing to do with the content of the 1,250 pages of the report. The four that directly address "the effects of abuse on those who suffered" are little short of trivial.
One is for the memorial with Bertie Ahern's suspect apology inscribed on it.
Another is for making "counselling and educational services available". These have been available for the greater part of the past 10 years and are currently in a growing state of flux and uncertainty, with the HSE unable to deliver adequate personnel.
A third calls for family tracing services to be maintained.
The fourth and longest is pious, but makes little material sense. It suggests that "the lessons of the past should be learned". These include "failures of system and policy" as far as the State was concerned and "breaches of their own rules" as far as the religious congregations were concerned.
This hints at, but does not address, the fact that it was not their own rules that the congregations breached. It was the law of the land as well as the State's clear-cut rules for running the industrial schools. This invited a recommendation about implementing the law more effectively. But the commission avoids that.
Successively, it also avoids all the objectives outlined in Labour's bill. Judge Sean Ryan referred on a number of occasions directly to the committal procedures and these are dealt with in limited form under the heading "Gateways", meaning the ways used to commit children. Yet no recommendation is made about that issue.
Judge Mary Laffoy struggled, when she was chairperson of the commission, over getting access to documents cleared and in getting a better response from the Department of Education. The innumerable applicants among the abused who appeared before the Investigation Committee or the Confidential Committee made clear their troubles over this, over criminality, over the legal side of their complaint.
Nothing of this is reflected in the four recommendations designed to alleviate their suffering which means, what we have always known, that their suffering will not be alleviated.
What kind of report is that? How does it actually alleviate the state of mind of the victims? Where are they left, other than to read, on the memorial which the politicians have endorsed about the State's "collective failure to intervene to detect their pain, to come to their rescue"?

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A resolution accepting $8,310.45 in compromise and settlement of the Metropolitan Government's claim against David M. Gee.
Whereas, after investigation, the Department of Law believes that the settlement listed in Section 1 is fair and reasonable, and recommends that the claim be compromised and settled in the amount of $8,310.45 and that these funds be deposited into the appropriate fund and account as determined by the Department of Finance.
Section 1: The Metropolitan Department of Law is authorized to accept the amount of $8,310.45 in compromise and settlement of its claim against David M. Gee.


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Farm-fresh apron ideas: Give new life to vintage hostess aprons.
You know those cute vintage hostess aprons you see on Etsy or in antique stores? They're adorable aren't they. If you're like me, you've bought a few for your apron collection. But now what? Should you really wear them? Why not! Here's an idea: Layer a hostess apron over a slightly larger, color coordinated everyday apron and--presto!
Look how sweet this little handkerchief apron looks over a purple gingham everyday apron.
Layering aprons is fun. I bought this handkerchief apron from an Etsy shop, and I found the purple apron at a second hand store. They look as delicious as a layer cake when they're stacked together, don't you agree? Spark any ideas of your own?

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Chinquapin (Chink-a-pin) is one of the most recent additions to the communities of Cashiers NC. Located next to Panthertown Valley, Chinquapin is set in an en vironment where residents are meant to escape from the hectic pace of the “real world” and enjoy nature and the serenity that it brings. The Natahala National Forest borders this fabulous development, which includes 200 home sites spread out over 2,000 acres.
One highlight of owning in Chinquapin is a membership to Trillium Links and Lake Club, where golf, tennis, dining and exercise abound. Chinquapin has dedicated 700 of its acres to conservation land, securing a future of open space and untouched natural beauty. This Cashiers community offers endless trails on which to hike, bike and horseback ride, as well as wonderful fishing, canoeing and kayaking. Chinquapin is truly a place to enjoy.
Chinquapin represents the best of Cashiers NC real estate, embracing the mountain lifestyle and creating a community that nurtures the soul. To examine Chinquapin real estate opportunities contact us today.


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Anglian water Pledge with North Lincolnshire Council.
Enjoyed meeting up with former colleague Carl Gac at the signing of a pledge by North Lincolnshire council with Anglian Water to reduce their water useage in the coming years . The Pods was a useful venue for a Publicity Photographs using the pool and the moat as a backdrop .
I got a call from a good friend to ask If I would attend the Annual RSPCA Bike show on Clough Road , Hull. The idea was to get images to provide them to the Bike Magazine media , some of the Classic and modern machines on show was just awesome... Well done to the organisors and anyone that made the event a success , with a bonus of some sun it brought visitors from across East yorkshire and Lincolnshire and helped raise much needed funds for the centre.
Pleased to see my images used in Classic Bike Guide (Sept issue) of the Handmade Harley by Richard Tunstall from the Midlands. A Harley WLA Special that was completely restored by him in his home workshop, what a clever bloke and a great read. See loads more images from the shoot in my published work page.

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In March of 2007, National Bridges became the first International Dark Sky Park certified by the International Dark-Sky Association. Even with its awe-inspiring natural bridge formations caused by a river that raged thousands of years ago, the sheer number of visible stars will take your breath away.
Death Valley is so named because it is the “lowest, driest, and hottest place in North America.” But it also has some of the darkest skies, some saying it shows what the Earth’s landscapes were like prior to the rise of major cities. Park rangers offer monthly sky-centric opportunities, including guided stargazing events with astronomers, so whether novice or not, you’ll be able to know if you’re looking at the Big or Little Dipper.
On any given night, a visitor to Badlands National Park can see over 7,000 stars, not to mention the star clusters, planets, and moons on display. It also boasts an unobstructed view of the Milky Way and is frequently flown over by the International Space Station.
The National Park Service site for Joshua Tree details which constellations are visible based on the time of year you plan to visit. But it’s not only stars that are on display, the Milky Way glitters best during the summer months, as is the Perseid Meteor Shower, while in the fall the Andromeda Galaxy can be seen with the naked eye.
In 2015, the International Dark-Sky Association recognized Canyonlands National Park as a Gold-Tier International Dark Sky Park. Its distance from urban areas and their artificial light make for some truly black skies, especially on moonless nights, but the park rangers have worked to reduce even the ambient light from within the park by replacing lights and fixtures. More than 2,500 stars are viewable at any given time, many even without the aid of a telescope.

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text: g.O MusiCamping at Camp Giri on the banks of the Giri river. Bring your Guitar, a bongo, a flute or just come as you are, it’s no matter at all! Lose yourself in the Nature, create your own lyrics, compose your own music and let’s jam together with fellow musicians alongside the campfire. Deep in the mountains, acoustic music sessions such as this at g.O MusiCamping Unplugged are such a great way to get in touch with yourself. This is a 1 Day, 2 Nights package that lets you choose what activities you want to do during the duration of your stay. Buy tickets online for g.O MusiCamping Unplugged on KyaZoonga!


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A white Range Dial and one 3" sharp probe with 450ºF silicone cable. Great for cooking in oven or grill.
Range Dial includes a 3" general purpose temperature probe, great for cooking in oven or grill. The silicone handle makes it easy to pull the probe out, and it's now better at clipping onto pots.
Temperature range: 50ºF to 450ºF (10ºC to 230ºC) with ±1º accuracy at 150ºF.


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Thinking of Rebranding? Here's 3 Reasons why you should.
Many companies see rebranding as a slippery slope. Even big brands such as GAP and Airbnb slipped up and faced rounds of mockery and backlash. Closer to home, our very own Mediacorp and the newly-minted National Gallery also got flamed big time for their branding decisions.
There’s much more to rebranding than merely changing your logos and hoping things go over okay, or to replace your brand letters to lower caps because ‘we want to be approachable’. It is, for any brand large or small, a major undertaking that can often get painful and expensive. Plus, you’re going in with absolutely no guarantee that your consumers (or even non-consumers, for that matter) are going to love it.
Why, then, do companies rebrand themselves despite this high risk? Have they all gone nuts?
A great example here is technology giant Microsoft. Rolling out a new minimalist logo in 2012 – its first in 25 years – was a move in anticipation of its new lines of products, including its very first hardware product, the Microsoft Surface. Making use of its consumers' familiarity of the red, blue, yellow and green colours in the Windows operating system, the coloured boxes are intended to express the company’s new direction of embracing a diverse portfolio of products. Many companies often consider rebranding when they are rolling out new lines of services and products, thus altering their core business – which then trickles down the vision, mission and values. The old logo and brand positioning will then no longer help you tell your cohesive brand story, and you’d require something new to bring these changes out.
As a company enters new lines of businesses beyond its original offerings, the existing brand positioning, brand logo, and even the brand name could then prove to be restrictive and may limit the brand's full potential. Case in point? The simple reduction of a particular tech company’s name over 10 years ago signaled its arrival to a bigger stage, priming it for new and exciting opportunities – before it became one of the largest companies in the world today.
A rebranding at this stage occurs often because the company has global expansion in mind. It certainly helps for you to look at your brand through the lens of your intended expanded markets, putting into context the brand and different cultures. When done early, this could help save money over time, and prevent huge brand disasters when you attempt to launch into other markets in the future.
Uber is one company that is currently experiencing mega-growth all over the world. You might hate its new logo (and find it really hard to locate the app on your phone screen), but its rebranding was a result of this expansion in mind. With each country different, the understanding of the divergence between the value proposition of each country is important. The previous impression of luxury and exclusivity from its sleek, black look could no longer represent the experience of Uber in some countries – for example, the affordability, convenience and ubiquity in the Singapore market.
Its new identity also takes into consideration the individuality for all 65 of its local launch markets – with each of them receiving a toolbox of new brand assets. Visually, they represent the digital and physical world, and Uber is where they both intersect. Now, do you like it a teeny bit more already?
When you hear the term ‘fast food’, what is the first brand that comes to mind? How about banks? Or computers?
Failure to have a significant mindshare amongst your target audience affects your competitive advantage, often leading to sluggish sales and an eventual passing of your brand.
When American clothing retailer GAP realised its plummeting sales, they tried lots of stuff – frantically refreshing its product mix, store design and merchandising strategies with hopes of getting back their market share. Despite this, sales figures remained grim. Rebranding was their absolute last shot at reaching out and winning the hearts of their desired target audiences – the (ever-demanding) millennials.
We all know how the exercise turned out – the logo only lasted for one week before they returned to the old one.
There’s no mistake about it – this was a huge branding disaster for GAP. While so, the silver lining was that the brand got lots of love from the episode, with an outpouring of comments from customers and the online community in support of the old logo. Well, at least they got people to sit up and notice, didn’t they?
At the end of the day, the intentions for a rebranding exercise should come from inside out, with genuine purposes of providing your consumers with a new and exciting product offering or experience, and not just a basic name or logo change. There will always be a high inertia for companies to undertake a rebranding project due to the high risks and costs, and also why it is important to review these motives and end goals of your rebranding before doing so.
In her role as AKÏN’s chief Brand Marketing Officer, Elizabeth manages AKÏN’s key marketing assets and works towards growing AKÏN as a market leader through strategic partnerships. She has also collaborated with researchers and marketers to develop AKÏN’s Human Brand Methodology framework, as a way of helping clients realise the importance of cultivating a culture of empathy, good storytelling and consistent communication. In future, she endeavours to educate the industry with the values and knowledge derived from the framework through brand marketing.
Elizabeth has a degree in Social Science (Communications and New Media) from the National University of Singapore. She is also passionate about helping organisations further develop their brand storytelling strategies by designing human-centered campaigns anchored in integrated marketing. She has previously managed accounts for brands such as Gong Cha, NTU MSc TIP and V-Key.
Beyond the confines of the office, she enjoys learning new skills and developing new interests, and has since picked up pottery, photography, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, programming, Japanese and Thai. Her first loves, however, are still: tennis, yoga, and Clash Royale.


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