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“Disassembled” ends here, and the first chapter of Uncanny X-Men’s return comes to a somewhat lackluster close. A weekly event series is a big undertaking that requires not only a deft balance between decompressed character moments and bigger plot machinations, but a worthwhile story at its heart. Unfortunately, writers Matthew Rosenberg, Kelly Thompson, and Ed Brisson’s plotting is ultimately betrayed by advanced marketing. Is it possible to deliver a satisfying ending when readers know almost exactly where you’re going to land? Meanwhile, Pere Perez’s artwork feels as rushed as the conclusion, which is a shame considering the number of big moments that could have been elevated with better lineart.
My disappointment with this arc comes from a number of things coming to a head here. First, books by committee like this often prove to be uneven and choppy even when they do feature some good work. We see that clearly from how the Young X-Men’s arc is handled across these issues - they feature into some really good character work and as a great contrast to the older generation of X-Men, until the narrative requires the focus to shift.
Which brings me to the next point - the threat is too undefined. Readers are at least generally familiar with X-Man, but his mission is never exactly clear. Aside from knowing that his wanting to “save everything” means certain doom for the planet, we aren’t given distinct motivations for the character. The writers attempt to get us there in this issue by suddenly introducing the fact that Nate is dying - and using a Life Seed to maintain his vast powers - but it falls flat. While the final battle rages on, Nate and Jean Grey have this exposition-heavy discussion about why Nate started all this in the first place, but it doesn’t really go anywhere. Ultimately, it becomes clear that the writers don’t have anything to say about this particular battle, it’s just a necessary step to get us to the “Age of X-Man” and temporarily clear the board of most mutants for Cyclops and Wolverine’s ongoing returns to prominence.
In a lot of ways, “Disassembled” is the opposite of the work done by Ed Brisson on Extermination. We knew that the Original Five X-Men would have to be removed from current Marvel Universe in order for us to move forward. But the elements of that plot weren’t entirely just parallels to another story and another set of characters the way that X-Man and his Horsemen echo Apocalypse and his own minions. And Extermination had a conclusive ending that still allowed a way forward for the characters that were left. “Disassembled” doesn’t really end - it just stops. The damage that Nate Grey has done still has to be undone. The characters in the story have not learned anything. And we, the readers, are kind of left holding the bag and asked to pick up six new limited series to get some sort of closure.
Perez seems to suffer from the weekly format, as well. Granted, Perez didn’t handle every issue of the series, but there’s certainly a decline in quality. Body proportions are off across the book. Facial expression work is inconsistent at best, and some of the worst pages come at the expense of big moments - for example, when Psylocke plunges her psychic sword through Storm’s head to free her from X-Man’s control, Perez’ foreshortening is all over the place, a problem we see repeated when Storm angrily flies back into the fray. Colorist Rachelle Rosenberg doesn’t help matters, opting for an ugly gray background as Jean and Nate converse inside his mind, before giving way to a pink background that should be Jean communicating the pain that she’s caused with Nate. But it fails to be a moment of nearly any visual clarity, as the background seems like colors over pencils, and the lack of contrast fails to give us any information more than vaguely human-shaped figures.
It’s pretty safe to call the weekly series a gimmick at this point, and unfortunately, a generally failed one. Now that we’ve reached the end of “Disassembled,” it’s clear that this story needed a stronger and more singular voice. If that wasn’t going to come from any one writer, then it needed to come from the editorial team, but it doesn’t seem like they had any greater grasp on how to establish this threat and get readers invested than the rest of the creative team. This arc had a couple of bright spots in writing and in art, but they weren’t enough to overcome the biggest sin in fiction: a boring story.


text: Accessorize like a lady this season in our freshwater pearls and leather bracelet. We have elevated our favorite dainty leather bracelet by wrapping 4 and 5 millimeter freshwater pearls to the top of two rows of genuine leather. Sophisticated and classy with a touch of bohemian, this bracelet layers well and compliments almost every fashion style. The light and delicate design make it oerfect for anytime accessorizing.

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Their scorching, sensual affair ended in heartbreak and recrimination, but Christian Grey cannot get Anastasia Steele out of his mind, or his blood. Determined to win her back, he tries to suppress his darkest desires and his need for complete control, and to love Ana on her own terms.
But the horrors of his childhood still haunt him, and Ana’s scheming boss, Jack Hyde, clearly wants her for himself. Can Christian’s confidant and therapist, Dr. Flynn, help him face down his demons? Or will the possessiveness of Elena, his seducer, and the deranged devotion of Leila, his former submissive, drag Christian down into the past?
And if Christian does win Ana back, can a man so dark and damaged ever hope to keep her?
Look for E L James’ passionate new love story, The Mister, coming April 16, 2019.
OK, it’s been like 5 years since the original books came out, and we’re almost three movies in too. I’m exhausted on the story. I loved it to begin with, now I’m just tired and feel that EL needs to write some brand new material please! I will not be purchasing anymore 50 Shades books. I would love a new spinoff series of Elliot and Kate. How about that please?
As with the first book from Christians perspective I loved it and can’t wait for the last book to come.

industry_corpus2: Film & Entertainment


text: In quality control, the statistical procedure employed in determining whether to accept or reject a production batch. If the proportion of the units having a certain negative characteristic exceeds the acceptable limit for a given batch, it is rejected. Two types of acceptance sampling are (1) Attributes sampling, in which the presence or absence of a characteristic in the inspected item is only taken note of, and (2) Variable sampling, in which the presence or absence of a characteristic in the inspected item is measured on a predetermined scale.

industry_corpus2: Math & Statistics


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Wroclaw is the fourth biggest city in Poland with population of 633 thousands registered citizens. The city is located on Western part of Poland and it's a main city of Lower Silesia province. Wroclaw is situated on the Odra river which is second longest (after Wisla) river in Poland, that also marks border between Poland and Germany on the Norther part of country. Presence of Odra river in Wroclaw created unique and amazing networks of channels what makes Wroclaw also known as Venice of North. There are more then 100 bridges in this city over Odra river as well as another smaller rivers that connects with each other in Wroclaw. All together with beautiful Main Square, numerous churches, theatres and museums make from Wroclaw great place to visit during your stay in Poland.
International Wroclaw Airport Copernicus (WRO) is located about 12 kilometers from very city centre and offers direct flights to London, Dublin, Oslo and many other European cities.
We provides door to door service so your English speaking chauffeur could pick you up wherever you wish both in Wroclaw as well as in Krakow. If you wish pick up at crowded public spot like railway station or Wroclaw Airport WRO please enclose in your booking or contact request name or password you'd like to see on the sign board.
Distance from Wroclaw to Krakow is 270 kilometers (169 miles) using smooth 2 lines motorway A4 what makes that journey lasts no more then 3 hours.
We use spacious 9 seater (8 passegners and driver) minivans with large boots that can accommodate with ease all luggages plus wheel chairs or another items if needed. For Client request we provide child seat with no extra costs. Payment should be done on the day in cash (Polish Zlotys - PLN).
- our company is based in Krakow so we don't offer taxi transfers services within area of Wroclaw.

industry_corpus2: Travel & Geography


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To find the prime numbers between 40 and 50, inclusive, begin by eliminating all even numbers and multiples of 5.
Since 7*7 = 49, 49 cannot be a prime number since 7 is a factor.
Apply the relevant divisibility rules to each number remaining.


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Wonder if you’ve noticed how Tony Abbott is the answer to any difficult question put to the Government?
This morning ABC 24 breakfast a Minister was asked if Julia Gillard would be “tearing strips off” anyone in cabinet for the weekend leaks. The answer was that no she wouldn’t. The Minister then went on to bag Tony Abbott in a seemingly unrelated aside. Do you think that the Government is deliberately resorting to playing the man to divert attention from their problems?
Hi Peter, indeed the partisan shrieking has reached deafening proportions from both sides. Not sure why Jules is trying to beat Tony at his own game, but then I just draw the pictures.

industry_corpus2: Politics & Administration


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TO HELP PEOPLE PROSPER, WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT.
Every dollar you donate goes to work to help individuals and families in our communities thrive.
Through our many programs, events and initiatives we are making a difference - and you are part of that story.
To make a donation online through Txt-2-Give, click the link below to be directed to Broadway Church’s online giving page. Enter your information, and select the desired option from the drop down menu.
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Slmz I am really in a desperate state .
We came to a point in life where we felt like we were not coming up in life hence we took a few loans .
It's over a year now we are paying the loans but with the interest it just doesn't seem to go down .
If any kind hearted person finds its in their heart to help us with their zakaat to pay it of .
Or we can find a way to repay them instead of the bank avoiding all the interest.

industry_corpus2: Finance & Economics


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Eversheds Sutherland Russia is welcoming Alexander Gavrilov as new senior associate in the antitrust practice. Alexander Gavrilov has considerable experience giving advice to Russian and international companies on various commercial and antitrust matters, advertising, trade law and public procurement issues. Alexander has extensive knowledge of different industries, with a focus on the pharmaceutical and medical devices markets, FMCG and the retail sector.
Victoria Goldman, Managing Partner of Eversheds Sutherland Russia, said: "I am very pleased to welcome Alexander to our team, who is an excellent specialist. Further developing our antitrust practice is an important step for our firm’s growth strategy. We are strengthening our competence daily, and this is having a notable effect improving our position on the Russian legal market. Our main goal will always be to provide our clients with the highest possible quality of complex legal support and Alexander will certainly be of great help to achieve this. I wish our new colleague good luck."
Alexander Gavrilov commented: "I am happy to join Eversheds Sutherland’s team and take part in its development on the Russian market. I am thankful for the confidence shown to me by the management and my new colleagues, and for the opportunity to apply my practical experience in competition law. A variety of commercial matters and practices may be subject to antitrust rules and regulations, and companies within diverse industries and business sectors may at some point face antitrust issues. Russian antitrust legislation has a complex nature and is prone to regular amendments. Given that, together with my new colleagues we look forward to assisting our clients in evaluating potential risks and finding a reasonable commercial solution, that will allow them to prevent or mitigate potential negative consequences for the company and achieve compliance with applicable legislation."

industry_corpus2: Biopharmaceuticals


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One of the fundamental relationships that exists across #masternode coins is the negative correlation between the ROI and # of active #masternodes.
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industry_corpus2: Computing & Telecommunications


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Cleaning windows with out streaks and smudges is one of the top complaints when it comes to car washing and auto detailing. Ask any professional and they will tell you how frustrating and time consuming it is just to deliver a finished product with windows that are spotless and streak free. I have spent almost as much time perfecting my car window cleaning methods as I have with paint polishing and waxing techniques.
I have tried a lot of window cleaners both auto and commercial.
The good news is that techniques and products exist that will actually deliver professional streak free windows without spending too much on cleaners or time.
•	Exposed to the weather and elements.
•	Excessive dirt, water spots, fall-out.
•	Film build-up from out-gassing of interior parts such as plastics, rubber, vinyl, etc. (Out-gassing is a term used to describe the natural process of chemicals used in the manufacturing process of car interiors that emit chemical gasses when exposed to air, heat, and UV lighting.
•	Nicotine stains on window tinting.
1.	Always clean windows and mirrors LAST. This prevents your freshly cleaned windows from being soiled by over spray while cleaning other areas of the car.
2.	Spraying cleaner directly on the window usually causes over spray cleaner on your paint.
Easier to control the amount of cleaner when spraying directly onto the towel.
3.	Only clean glass that is cool to the touch, never hot. Pull the car into the shade or garage and wait until the glass is cool before cleaning.
This will help prevent the glass cleaner from drying too quickly on the surface making window cleaning a pain.
4.	Always clean window in the shade or under cover.
5.	Start with the windshield and rear windshield. They are always the most difficult due to the different angles and the most important in terms of visibility.
6.	Cleaning one side at a time.
7.	Use different strokes for the interior and exterior. For example, use vertical strokes on the interior side of the glass and horizontal strokes on the exterior.
Side, or vice versa. This technique makes inspecting the glass for streaks a breeze as you can easily tell which side of the window needs to be cleaned again.
8.	Horizontal strokes on the exterior. Vertical on the interior. Buff the window with a clean microfiber after cleaning.
9.	Use open weave micro fibre cloth that never been used for any other purpose to cleaning glass.
10.	spray on glass Then buff each window with r to end with a streak free, crystal clear window.
with a high mineral content. These minerals are often left behind on the surface once the cleaner or water has evaporated off the surface producing water spots.
12.	Only use one type of towel for cleaning glass and never use it on any other surface.
It’s helpful to place a small G on one corner of the towels with permanent marker to differentiate them from the rest.
This helps not to introduce grease or other grim to the windows.
It’s best to use a high quality waffle weave microfiber towel made specifically for cleaning glass to achieve the best streak free finish.
that lubricates the rubber and helps extend the life of your wiper blades.and in light rain water just runs off.
14.	Break large windows such as the windshield and rear window into two or more manageable chucks while cleaning.
15. Remember to clean window last if washing car both outside and inside.
good for home use also and is window tint safe and also water will run off better.

industry_corpus2: Automobiles


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Banned because no one is truly important anymore in the grand scheme of things.
Banned for posting two minutes ago.
Banned for posting an hour ago.
Banned for having 122 posts outside the forum games.
Banned for claiming 118 is a full stack when it is obviously 64.
Banned for being a local space-time hazard.
Banned for stealing the face of an important Time Lord as well as its Type 40 TT Capsule.
Banned for stuttering while saying your Minecraft username.
Banned for admitting they had a good point.
Banned for pointing out said good point.
Banned for having an unknown location.
Banned for having more than one block present in an avatar for an online forum that relates to minecraft.
Banned because I can't see your full username.
Banned for not viewing his profile page.
Banned for assuming they didn't view Player_Miner's profile.

industry_corpus2: Gaming


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CRSBS has been around the block a time or two when it comes to financing franchises. We’ve made loans to franchisees and franchisors. We’ve financed startups, acquisitions, and buyouts, for all sorts of franchises. The need for franchise financing is at an all-time high and we want to be a part of your success. To do so, we’ve had to scale back our ambitious and wide-ranging financing options and focus on providing the most needed financing solutions to help franchises.
*We realize that each transaction is unique. If you don’t meet all the minimum requirements it’s still worth scheduling a phone call to see if there are other mitigating factors to help us get the deal done. If you’d like to give us a call, we can be reached at 909-291-6440 or you can click on the link below and one of our team members will return your call.


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Undergraduate and graduate students interested in forensic toxicology are invited to participate in a one-day educational outreach program as part of the 2018 Annual Society of Forensic Toxicologists (SOFT) Meeting. The SEP will take place on Monday, October 8, 2018 from 8am-5pm at the Hyatt Regency in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Students will learn about various disciplines within forensic toxicology and what knowledge and skills are necessary for this exciting career path from practicing forensic toxicologists.
To sign up, please fill out an application on the SOFT website. If more individuals sign up that can be accommodated, SEP participants will be selected on the basis of the application.

industry_corpus2: Law & Justice


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Frankfurt School of Finance & Management and the Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst Association® have signed an agreement to accredit the business school´s Master of Finance. From now on Frankfurt School students as well as faculty have access to the CAIA Association´s curriculum in order to successfully become a Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA). This includes eight scholarships for the CAIA – Level I and Level II each year, access to the Center for International Securities and Derivatives Markets (CISDM) Hedge Fund Database as well as to publications of the CAIA Association. Furthermore, students and faculty get networking opportunities through CAIA events.
“Our new academic partnership is a top benefit for Frankfurt School students who want to work in the field of alternative investments after graduating. It helps them to successfully pass the CAIA. Moreover, they get real insights and new contacts through the networking events the cooperation offers”, explains Dr Julia Knobbe, Programme Director of the Master of Finance at Frankfurt School.
In Germany, Frankfurt School is the first business school that partners with the CAIA Association. Upon signing, FS becomes the 15th university from the EMEA Region in the Programme, joining many other internationally top-ranked institutions such as the University of St. Gallen or the IE Business School.
To become a partner of the CAIA Association institutions must be accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International), the European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS), the Association of MBAs, or a similar accreditation organisation. Furthermore, institutions must be able to demonstrate that their curriculum covers a substantial portion of topics covered by the CAIA curriculum as represented by the CAIA Level I and Level II readings, including the CFA’s Standards of Practice Handbook. The CAIA Association will determine whether a program's coverage satisfies this requirement.
“I am thrilled about Frankfurt School’s cooperation with the CAIA Association. Given Frankfurt School’s emphasis on blending theory with practice, it only makes sense to expose students to all the added content and networking opportunities provided by CAIA”, says Leonardo Severino, who graduated with a Master of Finance degree from Frankfurt School in 2016.
“Having a good understanding of Alternative Investments has become ever more important over the last few years, as the traditional 60/40 naïve portfolio (60% stocks, 40% bonds) failed to provide enough diversification to protect investors during the 2007/2008 Global Financial Crisis. Furthermore, as the asset management industry feels the impact of technological disruption, the line between what constitutes traditional investments and alternative investments has become ever more blurred. For those who decide to sit for the exams, I am sure they will find the content very interesting and fun to learn”, Severino concludes.
The Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst Association® is an independent, non-profit global organization committed to education and professionalism in the field of alternative investments. Alternative Investments include a broad range of emerging industries in the field of Finance like Private Equity and Venture Capital, Hedge Funds, Real Estate Investments, Investments in Real Assets. Founded in 2002, the CAIA Association® is the sponsoring body for the CAIA Charter. The CAIA Charter is granted upon successful completion of a rigorous two-level exam series, combined with relevant work experience. Earning the CAIA Charter is the gateway to becoming a member of the CAIA Association, a global network of more than 8,700 alternative investment professionals located in more than 90 countries.


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If you are a follower of mine, (and I only have a few) then you have noticed that I have written on HubPages for almost four years now.
Sad Cookieu are a follower, you will have already seen that I have links to some of my writings on HubPages. I have been writing on HubPages for almost 4 years, in fact.
And, trying not to brag and yet, still be Honest, I have some pretty good works on my HP domain.
You see, I LIKE THEM! And that’s what writing is all about, really. Writing is about making yourself Happy as you; generate a tale about life, tell a story, write a Poem, or just sit down and RANT.
Writers are strange that way, they have to write to be happy.
Anyway, if you are in to such things, writers on HP can make some decent money if their writings are featured by the major search engines, such as Google and Bing and many, many others.
Well, without going into the details if search engines and hwo they make and share their money with writers, recently, the Great Google made an adjustment to their algorithms for prioritizing where an article or Hub is ranked in their searches.
When this happens, the world of Bloggers and other Writers and even many business’ is turned on end. For instance, if you have a business that makes handkerchiefs that you sell on your website and Google has been ranking your site on the first page of searches for handkerchiefs. than you will get a lot of business.
Now picture of the Great Google makes an algorithm change and now your site is listed as the 10,000 site for handkerchiefs. Well, you can picture what will happen to your website sales, and why everyone is scared of any change by Google, or Bing, or the others. But, Google is the big dog sitting on the porch.
At the moment, Google ‘s new changes have devastated a number of the the more profitable HP writer, and everyone is in a panic.
They are all reevaluating their sites, their keywords, their content, everything they can think of to get back their business.
Me? I write! I like what I write! I keep a pretty standard structure to my Hubs, and I don’t do Keyword evaluations, or high end article analysis. I just write.
And, if no on reads my article, I rewrite sometime later, when I get in the mood for such work. Eventually, if it is just not going to get readers, I accept that fact and pull the thing from HP.
You see, I make enough off of my Hubs to go out to dinner every few weeks, and that’s about it.
So, I find myself in a peculiar position. If I never had enormous traffic and income, then when everyone else gets “hit”, I just seem to float along, with the same meager income, and my Hubs get great comments from the same people who enjoy them for what they are; good information and entertainment.
I think I’ll go outside and chase a Butterfly or something (sic).
Copyright Don Bobbitt, 2013, All Rights Reserved.
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industry_corpus2: Literature & Emotions


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We ship to most European countries. Please contact us via email (interiors@artedivita.eu) if you wish to order from outside Europe.
After payment the item(s) will usually be shipped within 24 hours. Our home furnishings are made to order. The production will take a maximum of five workdays before shipment, unless otherwise communicated. Your order will be delivered by DHL. DHL aims to deliver your order within the Netherlands the next working day. Delivery of international orders can take up to 10 working days, depending on the location and carrier.
You have the right to cancel your order up to 14 days after receipt without any given reason. You are allowed 14 days after cancellation to return your product. You will then be refunded the full purchase amount including shipping costs to your bank account. We strive to do this as soon as possible and in any case within 14 days after receiving your order. The shipping costs for returning the product to Arte di Vita are at your own expense. If you make use of your right of withdrawal, you must return the product with all accessories and - if reasonably possible - in the original condition and packaging. For more information, please read our terms and conditions.
Which purchases can’t be returned?
•	An opened paint can (unless the product doesn’t meet reasonable expectations).
•	Products that have been manufactured or modified according to your specifications or that have a clear personal character (customization).
•	Products that cannot be returned due to their nature. If this applies, this is clearly stated with the product, or clearly visible before you finalize your order.
You then have a maximum of 14 days to return the product.
2. As soon as we receive your return shipment, it will be checked by us.
3. After a successful inspection of the return shipment you will receive a confirmation by e-mail that we have received the order in good order and that we’ll refund the purchase amount (including the shipping costs) to your bank account within 14 days. For more information, please read our terms and conditions.
If you have correctly returned a purchase within 14 days of receipt, we will refund the full purchase price including possibly calculated shipping and/or payment costs of that product as soon as possible and in any case within 14 days after return. If we cannot return a product, we will contact you about this. The costs of returning the order are at one’s own expense. In case you have paid via PayPal, PayPal will reimburse these costs.
•	When you return a part of the purchases received by you, you only get the full purchase price of that part.
•	In case you have explicitly gone for a more expensive delivery method than the offered (cheapest) standard delivery, the additional costs are at one’s own expense.
* You may view and review the article. When you use the article and as a result depreciation is incurred, this impairment will be settled with the amount to be reimbursed. Opened paint cans can’t be returned (unless the product does not meet what you can reasonably expect of it). For more information, please read our terms and conditions.
You can exchange all products, except for products bought during a sale. Products can be exchanged by returning the product(s) to be replaced in accordance with the return conditions and then placing a new order on our website. This way you can see whether the product is still available. We advise you to confirm your order immediately, especially if stock is limited. Products that you have placed in the shopping cart won’t be reserved for you. Is the product sold out but you don’t see an alternative product to your liking? If so, please contact our customer service. We may then be able to see if we can get the product somewhere for you. Of course we can’t promise anything.
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Have you received a wrong, damaged, incomplete or defective product in spite of our careful inspection? Please contact our customer service as soon as possible after receiving your order; one of our team members will contact you as soon as possible. We will then send you the correct product or a new product. An Arte di Vita team member will make arrangements with you about the return of the incorrect, damaged, incomplete or defective product(s). Of course, in that case we will take care of the return costs. For more information, please read our terms and conditions.

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Dyer Environmental Controls were delighted to be installing life-saving smoke ventilation systems as part of the impressive regeneration of 12 high-rise blocks in Eccles, Manchester.
Dyer provided systems for 5 blocks at Barton Village, 5 blocks at Ladywell Green and a further 2 blocks at Southway and Charter. The high rise improvement programme by City West Housing Trust is working with customers to deliver a cost effective, energy efficient solution for the future.
Smoke Ventilation is a very important consideration in a high-rise development as it is the smoke that inhibits escape and rescue.
Dyer’s smoke ventilation system installed at Cawdor House combines CDC chain drives across 9 floors with 2 smoke windows on each floor. The CDC chain drives are proven to be industry-leading in low-noise, fire-rating and low power consumption.
By linking with the fire alarm, individual floors can receive a signal which will trigger the windows open through the use of the compact and highly innovative RZN 4503-T smoke ventilation control panels.
An RT 45 breakglass switch is located in the lobby for convenience of both triggering and resetting, as well as providing valuable system status information.
By far one of our most simple but highly effective systems.

industry_corpus2: Power & Energy


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When it comes to locomotive and freight car service, nobody competes with Mid-America Car, Inc.’s comprehensive service. Trains — locomotives and freight cars alike — belong on the railroad, and we do our best to ensure that this happens as painlessly as possible. Always on time and under budget, you can enjoy each and every one of our results-driven locomotive and freight car repair or restoration services. Need some convincing? Below is a comprehensive overview of the services you can receive when you partner with the seasoned professionals of Mid America Car, Inc. in Kansas City.
Mid-America Car, Inc. has the locomotive and freight car solutions needed to get your train where it needs to go.
Just call our Kansas City facility at (816) 483-5303 to learn about on and off-site locomotive and freight car services Proudly serving Kansas City, Texas, Oklahoma, and surrounding railroad communities.

industry_corpus2: Transportation


text: Senior Power Electronics Engineer required for leadership role with growing R&D company in the Southeast. The successful candidate should have a strong background in power electronics including hands-on experience as a power supply design engineer. Based in County Wexford, my multinational client can offer exposure to leading technologies & exciting projects for the global power supply market.


text: Goheen, Michael W. (1992) "Mission in the Evangelical and Ecumenical Traditions," Pro Rege: Vol. 21: No. 2, 1 - 10.


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Wrangler® style with flame-resistant technology.
When looks count and much as quality and comfort.
A relaxed version of the popular best-seller.
The right mix of warm and rugged.


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On the sad character Cain, an interesting story comes to us from Lycurgus A. Wilson’s book on the life of David W. Patten. From the book I quote an ex-[p.74]tract from a letter by Abraham O. Smoot giving his recollection of David Patten’s account of meeting “a very remarkable person” who had represented himself as being Cain.
As I was riding along the road on my mule I suddenly noticed a very strange personage walking beside me. … His head was about even with my shoulders as I sat in my saddle. He wore no clothing, but was covered with hair. … I asked him where he dwelt and he replied that he had no home, that he was a wanderer in the earth and traveled to and fro. He said he was a very miserable creature, that he had earnestly sought death during his sojourn upon the earth, but that he could not die, and his mission was to destroy the souls of men. About the time he expressed himself thus, I rebuked him. … and commanded him to go hence, and he immediately departed out of my sight (The Miracle of Forgiveness, pp. 127-28).
Now before anyone suggests that Elder Patten, prior to strict Word of Wisdom adherence, eased the pains of his long missionary journey through Tennessee (see “David W. Patten,” in Jenson’s LDS Biographical Encyclopedia) with over-ripe grape by-products, let me suggest a bit of confirming evidence for his story. A Smoky Mountain park ranger convert in my home ward in Knoxville, Tennessee, Once told me of a similar episode that he personally experienced in the same state!
[p.75] One late evening, alone by his campfire, Jim, my acquaintance, said he heard something creeping through the leaves. With his hand on his Bowie knife, he listened intently to discern the location of his predator. Several intense minutes later, a personage appeared opposite the fire, emerging from the woods. This creature, standing about nine feet tall and covered with hair, stared at Jim for about fifteen minutes as Jim stared back, neither of them moving. Then this visitor from the forest turned around and left the campsite. Jim said to me: “I know bears. Seen bears. Weren’t a bear.” Now before anyone suggests that Jim, in the days prior to his conversion, eased his lonely park vigil with what medicinal hemp may have been at his disposal prior to his supposed encounter with this hairy character, let me say that you’re letting WAY too many hypothetical conclusions obscure the hard evidence. Cain is Bigfoot. I know it. Now you know it too.
Of course, one obstacle in the way of wide acceptance of this unavoidable fact is that, well, Cain may have died. Some rabbis claim that Cain was killed when Lamech went on a hunting trip. According to this MERE legend, Cain’s mark, rather than a tattoo or other identification, was actually a horn on his head, and Lamech shot Cain with an arrow one day, mistaking Cain for an animal (see Graves and Patai, The He-[p.76]brew Myths, pp. 91-97). But this story IS EASILY discounted since several characters in Israelite history never died and few, if any of them, ever had horns.
Another obstacle, of course, is the flood of Noah. And even though it would be an easy out, I’m not going to suggest that the Flood was less than universal. Inevitably some wiseguy will say, “So, did Cain tread water for forty days and nights?” Don’t laugh, it wouldn’t be impossible. Convenient for me, yes. Impossible for Cain, not necessarily. If properly trained, a person could probably do it. Anyway, how do we know forty days is supposed to be literal? In the ranking of symbolic numbers, “40” is up there with “3,” “7,” and “1,” you know.
Whenever I face a scriptural dilemma Hugh Nibley hasn’t written on, I find that if I pour over my own collection of Old and New Testament apocrypha and pseudepigrapha, the Dead Sea Scrolls, Einar Erickson tapes, extracts from the Mishnah, Tosephta, Talmud, the Nag Hammadi library, and other gnostic scriptures, ancient Mandean and Manichean texts, some selected discourses of Orson Pratt and Brigham Young, rabbinical writings, or the early church apologists and Fathers, I usually find something quoted not too much out of context that supports my position. Yes, in fact, there is a little known story possessing the resounding ring of [p.77] truth that solves our problem. You see, a giant in the days of Noah named Og survived the Flood by hanging from a rope ladder on the side of the ark. Noah fed him table scraps through a small porthole (see The Hebrew Myths, p. 112). So what problem should anyone have with Cain sitting on the bow? It makes perfect sense to me.
WAIT A MINUTE. … Maybe, just maybe. … Bigfoot is Og! I’ll have to do more research and get back to you on this one.


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At RiverGate Church, we offer Connect Groups – small groups that enable you to connect with others and grow deeper in relationships while encountering God. We always have a number of Connect Groups meeting at various times and locations, any of which you are welcome to jump in and join, and we have several that will be starting beginning February 2019. Why not try a few? We look forward to connecting with you!
Food, sports, billiards, guy talk, special events, and friends. Come be a man and come be yourself as we join arms in life. We’re a bunch of dudes doing dude-stuff every Sunday night.
Just as the name suggestions, our group is all about having fun! We like to munch on yummy snacks and we’re not afraid to embrace the opportunity to laugh through a few lighthearted games. But it doesn’t stop there. When you join us, you’ll find that new relationships can quickly run deep through conversation that enables us to connect with one another and prayer that connects with us with the Father. Your experience at RGC will only be more rich when you have friends who can love each other, laugh together, and eat together!
Location: We meet in the home of Dan & Tami Sanders, located at 11201 S. Vine St in Jenks.
We welcome Young Adults to come and experience friendship as we worship God together. Here you will find love, encouragement and most importantly, a place to be who God made you to be as we gather together every 2nd & 4th Saturday of the month. Whether we’re sharing testimonies around a bonfire, playing music, doing an evangelism outreach, or just hanging out, we’re sure to have fun!
Location/Dates: 5919 E. 72nd Street; Tulsa, OK 74136 every 2nd/4th Sat of the month.
Contact: Please contact Nicholas Overland (918-730-3824) or Allie Ellis (918-982-3956) for more information.
Want to have fun with other people? So do we! Come join us! Twice a month we like to hang out together – it’s as simple as that. If you’re someone who likes to laugh, you’ll fit right in!
Contact: ginastolz@cox.net / 918-810-4511 (Gina) - Send a message and we’ll send you all the details of our next gathering!
If you enjoy eating ethnic cuisine but hate to do it alone, then come join us once a month, we go global with our taste buds, trying the likes of Indian, Mexican, Greek, Japanese, Thai and more at various restaurants in the Tulsa area. Where authentic food combines with authentic conversation, you’ll find RGC ladies connecting over lunch!
To stay informed & join the fun conversation for the next Lunch Bunch, send a Facebook friend request to Pastor “Cristin Budd Hamman” and let her know you want to join the “Lunch Bunch Connect Group” page. For those not on Facebook, please email Pastor Cristin at cristinh@rivergatetulsa.org.


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Brian Keenan went to Beirut in 1985 for a metamorphosis of scene from his local Belfast. He grew to become headline information whilst he was once abducted by way of fundamentalist Shi'ite militiamen and held within the suburbs of Beirut for the subsequent 4 and a part years. for a lot of that point he was once close off from all information and speak to with someone except his jailers and, later, his fellow hostages, among them John McCarthy.
Within the sixty-plus years of the Jewish state's lifestyles, Israeli governments have exhausted virtually each choice in protecting their state opposed to terror assaults. Israel has survived or even thrived--but either its voters and its Arab acquaintances have paid dearly.
In A excessive cost , Daniel Byman breaks down the twin myths of Israeli omnipotence and--conversely--ineptitude in combating terror, supplying as an alternative a nuanced, definitive old account of the state's daring yet frequently failed efforts to struggle terrorist teams. The made from painstaking study and numerous interviews, the ebook chronicles various classes of Israeli counterterrorism. starting with the violent border disputes that emerged after Israel's founding in 1948, Byman charts the increase of Yasir Arafat's Fatah and leftist teams equivalent to the preferred entrance for the Liberation of Palestine--organizations that ushered within the period of overseas terrorism epitomized through the 1972 hostage-taking on the Munich Olympics. Byman follows how Israel fought those teams and new ones, resembling Hamas, within the a long time that stick to, with specific realization to the grinding and painful fight through the moment intifada. Israel's debacles in Lebanon opposed to teams just like the Lebanese Hizballah also are tested in-depth, as is the country's frustrating reaction to Jewish terrorist teams that experience struck at Arabs and Israelis looking peace.
In surveying Israel's reaction to terror, the writer issues to the coups of shadowy Israeli intelligence providers, the much-emulated use of protective measures akin to sky marshals on airplanes, and the position of debatable suggestions equivalent to exact killings and the protection barrier that separates Israel from Palestinian parts. both instructive are the shortcomings that experience undermined Israel's counterterrorism pursuits, together with a overlook for long term making plans and a failure to acknowledge the long term political repercussions of counterterrorism tactics.
Israel is usually a laboratory: new terrorist thoughts are frequently used opposed to it first, and Israel in flip develops leading edge countermeasures that different states reproduction. A excessive rate expertly explains how Israel's successes and screw ups can serve to notify all international locations combating terrorism this present day.
Assassinations, bombings, hijackings, diplomatic kidnappings-terrorism is the main publicized type of political violence. The background of terrorism is going again a long time, however the actual fact that there's this sort of historical past has usually been neglected, even suppressed. this can be simply because terrorism has now not seemed with equivalent depth perpetually.
America's position in Nation-Building is a virtually 50-year overview of U. S. efforts to rework defeated and damaged enemies into democratic and wealthy allies. The authors establish key determinants of luck when it comes to democratization and the production of bright economies. Seven case reviews are tested: Germany, Japan, Somalia, Haiti, Bosnia, Kosovo, and Afghanistan.
S. S. government and beyond has come to perceive the terrorist threat to have evolved into something quite different. As Secretary of Homeland Security Michael Chertoff summed it up in April 2007, ‘‘We are at war with a global movement and ideology whose members seek to advance totalitarian aims through terrorism. . al Qaeda and its ilk. . adapted to the 21st century global network. . S. S. S. ’’4 Inspired by a common creed, apparently autonomous, home-grown, self-starter cells of jihadists have given elusive form to the threats with which the West and its allies confront.
Johann Most, Freiheit, January 12, 1884; September 13, 1884. 23. Richard M. Kirk, ‘‘Political Terrorism and the Size of Government: A Positive Institutional Analysis of Violent Political Strategy,’’ Public Choice 40 (Spring 1983): 41–52. 24. Hoffman, Inside Terrorism, 7. 25. Jenkins, The Study of Terrorism, 2. 26. Ibid. 27. Hoffman, Inside Terrorism, 15. 28. , 33 29. E. Vanden, ‘‘State Policy and the Cult of Terror in Central America,’’ Contemporary Research in Terrorism, ed. M. Stewart (Aberdeen, UK: Aberdeen University Press, 1987) 259.
30 However, this diminishes the scope of the phenomenon. Care must be taken to separate terrorists from acts of terror—regardless of actor. The value-laden aspect of the word terrorism is addressed in the next section. Use of the Term Terrorism—Value Statement Another deﬁnitional problem is the fact that terrorism has become a pejorative word, which has been used by various groups to win ideological cachet through its use. Vanden addresses this point. ‘‘Terrorism lends itself to subjective deﬁnition.


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When you choose Metroscan you ensure a complete assessment and accurate marking of the utilities on your construction site.
You will be working with experienced underground utility surveying experts who are trained to assess all variables and resolve issues proactively to assist damage prevention.
They are highly trained in dealing with the challenges of locating buried utilities. These include poor prints, congested easements, untraceable utilities, deteriorated tracer lines, deep utilities (up to 8metres) and also in areas where no records are present.
A primary benefit of utilising Metroscan is that you will have one damage prevention Utility Surveyor assigned to your site with the required industry experience and accreditation. This is how we’ll ensure the accuracy of your project markings and communication.
This will translate into a reduced level of risk for potential damage, downtime, and injuries.
Our professional cable detectors can locate unknown underground pipes and cables for your safety.
Metroscan provides a complete location on all utilities with unparalleled experience and approval.
This greatly reduces your project costs by using one company with fast, accurate utility services eliminating wasted time, money and red tape.
You will have peace of mind knowing that Metroscan is working to your chosen level of service and risk avoidance.
The true cost savings in preventing damages can only be understood by determining the costs required to complete your project, then considering the potential to lose much more. Personal and work related injuries have been known to result in fatalities and major financial hardships. In addition, Project Downtimes have been known to destroy any hopes for a “profit” when catastrophic utility damages are encountered.
You can tailor our service to fit any of you project needs whether it be at design stage or construction stage. At location service completion, your risk and resultant duty of care requirements are made transparent, which enables you to plan the next stage of your project.
Metroscan is a professional contract company who provide accurate and safe locating services. Our team are highly trained and experienced, and we use the most modern and up to date cable detectors which can locate any unknown underground pipes and cables for your safety. We use only the most reliable and quality equipment. Cable and pipe locator technology is used to find wires and pipes sending off radio signals that may be active which we use handheld receiver equipment for this. They can determine the location and complexity of almost all types of underground utilities and the equipment also work in most types of soil conditions. For detecting unknown pipes and cables please contact us today.
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Why You Need Spray Paint Booths.
If you have never heard of spray paint booths before, there is nothing to get anxious about because they are something that is easily incorporated in the daily life. You will mainly find them in areas where automobiles are being painted and they are the best spray bottles to use for the work. Because they allow you to control the pressure, you do not have to worry about them releasing too much paint than you wanted. You will have efficiency and speed when you choose to use spray paint booths and this is one of the main reasons people choose them. The quality of the output matters in business as well as how much you can do and the spray booths give you the ability to complete the work not just within a short duration but your output will be great. Traditional painting has a lot of complications and if you can ditch this for something better then you should not hesitate. You do not have to look far to get the products because Marathon spray booths are the best.
Paints come in different types and one thing you do not want to risk is having them in the open when they can start a fire and even if you have acquired safe paint, you may have to add products like ether or kerosene into them and this makes them highly flammable and this can be the end of your company. It is okay to take insurance policy against such issues but remember that you will be risking the life of your clients and employees because in the event of a fire where they end up being injured then you will not be able to avoid the guilt.Occupational health is something that should be taken seriously and that includes taking steps to make sure everyone under you is not in any kind of danger. By getting spray paint booths for your workers, it shows that you care about them and their health.
When paint gets into products around the workplace especially food, it can be a danger to anyone who take it which is why you need spray booths which keep everything inside so that you do not have to deal with contaminations. You need to know about the importance of making sure even the fumes are contained which is why you should not be worrying about not having paints laying all over but also making sure there are fumes which are leaking. No one will willing go to a place that is a threat to his or her own health which is why you should think about the clients who will be coming to your shop because they will avoid the chance if they know there is a possibility that they will be putting their health at risk. Paint mixtures might cause chemical reactions which might trigger combustion and this is not something you want to be in the middle of.


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London, Dec. 25, 2018 (AltAfrica)-The Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment has stressed the importance of developing special economic zones by the federal government.
The ministry, in a statement, said its attention was drawn to a media statement on the development of the zones.
It recalled that the Economic Recovery and Growth Plan (ERGP) identified the development of Special Economic Zones (SEZs) as a major strategic tool to accelerate the implementation of the Nigeria Industrial Revolution Plan (NIRP).
Among others, the project sought to aid structural transformation of the Nigerian economy by increasing the manufacturing sector’s contribution to Gross Domestic Product to 20 per cent by 2025; contribute to sustainable inclusive growth by creating 1.5 million new manufacturing jobs in the initial phase of the project and increase and diversify foreign exchange earnings by increasing manufacturing sector exports to at least $30 billion annually by 2025.
Others include the creation of local models of global best practice in provision of world class infrastructure at competitive costs connecting SEZs to international and regional markets with transport links, uninterrupted power, ICT, water, sewage and other services to ensure smooth and efficient operation of SEZ businesses; promote the “cluster” effect to be gained by locating similar export-oriented manufacturing businesses within the same locality and attract world class investors with strong positions in global supply chains and investors with potential to increase the scale of operations rapidly to set up operations in SEZs.
“The first phase of the project is to focus on the development and upgrade of SEZs in 12 states across Nigeria, following which the initiative will be extended to other States in subsequent phases.
“This involves, among others, partnering with the private sector to develop new world-class SEZs in Abia, Katsina and Lagos as pilot projects to demonstrate proof of concept and provide models for future SEZ development Nigeria.
“On governance, oversight of the project rests with the Honourable Minister of Industry, Trade & Investment, supported by the Honourable Minister of State and the Permanent Secretary, who comprise the leadership of MITI.
“The leadership of MITI is supported by a Project Steering Committee (SteerCo), with membership drawn from a cross section of stakeholders, set up to support project oversight, governance and implementation.
“It meets on a regular basis to review progress of project implementation, proffer advice and assist in problem solving.
To this end, on June 2018 the Nigeria SEZ Investment Company Limited (NSEZCO) was set up as the special purpose vehicle to deliver project MINE and harness the federal government’s spending on the SEZs.


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Hollywood High School’s swim team is preparing for their first meet against Contreras, scheduled for Wednesday, March 6.
On Wednesday, Feb. 20, the team participated in a scrimmage against various other schools in the area such as RFK, Contreras, and Mendez. This served as an opportunity to introduce the new team members to how meets work and get them comfortable with competing.
The team started conditioning in November, and started practicing in the pool in early February. The team has been practicing at Bernstein, because Hollywood’s pool has yet to be fixed, an issue they have been experiencing for the past two years.
Adding to this difficulty, there have been problems involving the team’s transportation to and from practices. They have to arrange a bus everyday of practice after school. However there have been times when the bus is either late or simply doesn’t arrive.
Award-winning composer, lyricist, and playwright Lin-Manuel Miranda left his legacy on Hollywood Boulevard after receiving a star on the Walk of Fame on Friday Nov. 30.
Miranda is best known for creating and starring in the groundbreaking Broadway musicals “Hamilton” and “In the Heights”, along with various TV and film credits, the most recent being “Mary Poppins Returns.” Not only is he an active voice in the entertainment community, but also as an activist.
The work he’s done over the span of his career has impacted many, which was evident by the crowds of people who attended in the audience. Fans lined the street in anticipation as they waited, some having gotten there as early as 3 a.m. Many wore costumes and merchandise from his work, and even engaged in a “Hamilton” sing along as they waited for the ceremony to begin.
The ceremony itself took place outside the Pantages Theatre, a historic spot both in Los Angeles and for Lin-Manuel Miranda, who recalled having performed there for his first musical “In the Heights”, and which is now the home to his star. “It means the world to me that my star is outside this theatre because I love it so much,” Miranda commented during his speech.
Also in attendance to Friday’s ceremony was actress Rita Moreno and singer-songwriter “Weird Al” Yankovic, both of whom also spoke and helped unveil the star. “You have earned this honor—especially because you made a choice to focus the brilliance of your star power for the good of others,” said Moreno. Yankovic added on by describing Miranda as “gifted beyond words,” “absolutely fearless” and “the best human I know”.
The magnitude of the ceremony and the words spoken there prompted many who were watching to shed a few tears, including Miranda himself. It was an emotional day all around.
El Capitan Theatre is celebrating their Spooktacular 25th Anniversary by showcasing two Halloween film favorites throughout the month of October. The two featured films are Disney classics, “Hocus Pocus” and Tim Burton’s “The Nightmare Before Christmas”.
Both are going to be shown in 3D with interactive 4D sensory effects such as scents, lights, wind, fog, and more. Guests will have special photo opportunities with props from both movies that will be on display before and after each showing. Along with this, the theatre will also be hosting costume contests and surprises on the opening nights of both movies, as a way to usher in the Halloween season.
Hocus Pocus is going to be showcased Oct. 11 through Oct. 21, while The Nightmare Before Christmas is going to be showcased Oct. 22 through Oct. 31. Daily showtimes for both movies are 1:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m., and 9:45 p.m., along with 10:00 a.m. screenings only on Saturdays and Sundays. Tickets are on sale now, available at the El Capitan Theatre on Hollywood Blvd or online.

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Your kiddos are starting to grow up, and one just got their license. Now it’s time to find the best car for them. Sure, you can go buy some cheap used rig and stuff them in that to learn on, but what about safety? You’ve got a new driver behind the wheel, and there’s the chance this lack of experience could result in an accident.
Many used cars cannot stand up to today’s safety testing, as the leader in modernizing car safety testing, the IIHS, is continuously challenging automakers with stricter tests. So, maybe it’s wise to consider a new car, but you also have to remain conscious of the expense, as junior’s focus needs to be school, not flipping burgers to pay for his or her wheels.
We take some of the guesswork out of this process with our list of the nine best cars for teens. Continue reading to find out what we think is best for your kiddo.
You can’t have a top-car-for-young-people list without at least one Subaru on it – there are actually a few here. The Impreza kicks off our list because it’s not only safe, thanks to its Top Safety Pick+ IIHS rating, but it is also stylish, fuel efficient and comes with standard all-wheel drive in case junior gets stuck in bad weather. On top of all that, you have your choice of sedan or hatchback.
Korean manufacturing siblings Hyundai and Kia dominate our list this year, and they start off with a bang in the Hyundai Elantra. Technically, there are two models here, the Elantra sedan and the hatchback Elantra GT. Their styling remains sharp, especially the new GT, and they are both fun to drive without giving your teen too much power to get in trouble with. Plus, the base Elantra is an IIHS Top Safety Pick+ and the GT is a Top Safety Pick, so both are very safe.
As goes the Elantra, so goes its cousin, the Kia Forte. It rolls in with an equally impressive Top Safety Pick+ rating and style in gobs. Sure, its looks are getting a little dated now, especially the interior, but it’s still a smart-looking car. Like its Elantra relative, the 2018 Forte is also available in a hatchback known as the Forte5.
Though junior won’t garner any looks from their crush in this toaster on wheels, this is one well-done countertop accessory. Sure, it’s funky looks are a turn off to some, but inside, this creature has a cavernous cabin, tons of standard features, loads of accessibly priced options, and its Top Safety Pick+ rating ensures your teen gets to school and soccer practice safely.
It’s fuel economy does suffer a bit due to its boxy shape, but it’s still well above average.
The Camry is one of the most expensive models on our list, but you can still get the well-equipped LE trim for $24,895 with destination fees. What’s more, you are setting junior up for the long haul, as the Camry is one of the most reliable vehicles ever built. On top of that, the new looks are actually pretty sporty and its rear seats are massive. Oh, and we nearly forgot to throw out there that it’s also an IIHS Top Safety Pick+ in its base trim, thanks to its standard Toyota Safety Sense, which includes forward collision warning, adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist, lane-departure warning, and automatic emergency braking.
Kia’s back on the list for the third time. This time, though, it ticks up the price a bit with its midsize Optima. Yeah, it’s pricey, but you get what you pay for with its refined ride, loads of features, and stylish looks. Plus, as an IIHS Top Safety Pick+, you know your teen will be safe driving it around. Also, as one of Kia’s more premium options, this sedan will hold its value through college.
As the Optima’s not-as-stylish cousin, the Sonata is still a great pick for any teen, as it provides many of the same benefits as the Optima: comfortable ride, plenty of engine options, and loads of feature. Also like the Optima, the Hyundai Sonata is an IIHS Top Safety Pick+, so your teen and their friends should be just fine in this Korean sedan. Like the Optima, it is also pricier than most on our list, but it is slightly cheaper than its cousin at $22,935.
It took a while, but there’s finally another Subaru on our list: the Crosstrek. Though it may not be the most stylish of crossovers on the market, it is among the most capable with Subie’s standard asymmetrical all-wheel drive and respectable ground clearance. As an IIHS Top Safety Pick, it is also among the safest crossovers.
Rounding out our list is the 2018 Toyota Corolla. I mean, what good list of cars for teens could ever go without mentioning this legend of the compact-car world? With its sharp looks, decent value, and surprisingly refined feel, the Corolla is a great option. Add to that its Top Safety Pick status, and it’s easy to see why it belongs on our list.


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It's a lazy Friday morning in the Nautiemermate household. Yesterday, I celebrated my 'fake birthday'. I'll be on the Mainland for my REAL birthday and Travel Buddy will be far away so my friends encouraged me to have an early celebration. It was fun! I may have had one too many diet seven ups.....which is why it's a lazy Friday morning. Wanna hear something quasi exciting? I'm going over to look at earrings this morning! Is there anything cooler than looking at earrings? Why yes, yes there is. Taking your own shells to make earrings with!
I found a bunch of shells on the ship when we heaved up anchor one day. The anchor was COVERED in mud and of course it fell all over the deck as we cleaned it off. Of course, I had to dig through it looking for shells! There were an amazing amount of beauties. (Looking at them now I will admit they are a little on the rough side and probably won't be getting turned into wearable jewels.). I also found shells in Rota, Spain and Poti, Georgia.
I can't wait to see what I end up with!


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The West End in London is glamorised the same way Times Square is in New York. With so many attractions and activities here, it’s true that the heart of London lies here. The West End is essentially the poster child of the capital, plastered in Movie scenes and cards. But the reality is that, with the city being so huge, there’s plenty of exciting things to enjoy outside the centre of the city.
Take, for instance, London’s South Bank – home to a rich diversity of galleries and museums.
Not only is it a place worth visiting for its cultural art scene, but it’s also a delightful place just for the vibe alone. The river peninsula makes this part of the city seem less congested, and it has a different more subdued and calm atmosphere, compared to the West End.
In the West End, the archetypal representation of fun and excitement, you’ll find countless shops, activities, museums, and events. In the beginning, it can be fun, but towards the end of your trip, it may start to feel a little draining. Staying in South bank will allow you to experience another side to London.
The small Skylark Galleries are delightful in their presentation and what they provide. Visitors here have the opportunity to meet the very artists who created some of the works on display. In that sense, it may be more appealing for those who always want to learn more behind the subtleties of art. Interestingly enough, not many galleries provide the opportunity for visitors to meet the artists. So be sure to take a peek inside the Skylark Galleries during your visit to South Bank.
Just across from the River Thames, visitors can experience an extraordinary skyscraper champagne experience with fast track access, perfect for a romantic evening. The views are fantastic any time of the day, but we recommend a late sunset visit for the best time possible. If you’re visiting in the winter and it’s quite cloudy, then we say you opt for the night time. Book your stay at the nearby hotels near Shaftesbury Avenue or experience an accommodation in Piccadilly.
With a recently developed penguin point now open, and a myriad of aquatic sea life to discover, this is one of those perfect attractions for families. Especially for visitors to London who are looking to experience something that’s a little different to what they’re used to. Unfortunately, many people don’t take full advantage indoor attractions because they believe that a city needs to be about all the exciting outdoor activities. Nothing could be further from the truth, particularly in London.
For the adventure minded traveller, the o2 climbing experience is one of our top picks. It’s a fantastic way to get both a terrific view of the city and adrenaline fuelled experience at the same time. Here, you’ll be taken on an upward journey right to the top of the dome. Over the last few years, the o2 Dome, formerly the Millennium Dome has been open both for visitation and being climbed.
The attraction starts with a fifteen-minute safety briefing by the instructors, followed by ten minutes taken to prep yourself with other visitors. You’ll be wearing a harness and boots so that you’re safe throughout the experience.
The South Bank is just across the river from the Houses of Parliament and the London Eye. One of the ideal experiences we recommend is to take a high-adrenaline sightseeing tour on one of the speed boat cruises. It’s a novel way to take in the city, and while London Eye gives you an excellent view, the speed boats give you an incredible, unique angle into the city’s architecture.
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Warner Bros. and DC Entertainment are not showing any signs of slowing down when it comes to promoting their upcoming slate of “DC Films” hitting in the coming months and the next couple of years. After debuting some new information in The CW TV Special “Dawn of the Justice League” featuring acclaimed writer, director, and “Silent Bob” actor Kevin Smith, the very first bits of footage for the 2017 “Wonder Woman” film were screened, along with an interview with the actress who plays the Amazon warrior princess herself, Gal Gadot.
Aside from the new information and bits of action from the very first Wonder Woman live-action film outside of Gadot’s appearance in this year’s Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, WB also released the official logo for the film, which is different from the one seen in BvS and bears a close resemblance to the classic WW logo known to comic book fans worldwide.
Wonder Woman, which will be directed by Patty Jenkins, hits theaters on June 23, 2017.
Next articleCheck out the Hero of Hyrule with this amazing Link Figma Action-Figure!

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Material Inventory Management - When Resources Are Limited!
Whether it’s limited space or limited manpower, nothing can be more frustrating than not having the resources required to store and manage the materials you need for your upcoming project. The Ozinga inventory management system will keep your materials close, mobile, safe, and climate-controlled. Plus, you won’t need the space or manpower required to manage your own inventory.
Our vast network of large indoor or outdoor storage facilities save you space and allow you to downsize. Since your materials will be easily accessible, you can use a just-in-time inventory, enabling more efficient operations.
Our dry, climate controlled facilities keep your materials safe so you don’t have to worry about changes in the weather.
You can move your bulk materials inventory faster than ever using our centrally-located storage facilities and our broad network of truck, rail, and barge terminals.
The last thing you want is additional expenses for space, manpower, or lost or destroyed materials. Our inventory management program, eliminates a lot of those unnecessary costs, giving your business the upper hand.
7 Terminals puts us close to your jobsite.


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If you're looking to discover somewhere new, look no further than Ravenhall. Whether you're planning to stay for a night or for the week, the area around Ravenhall has accommodations to fit every need. Search for hotels in Ravenhall with Hotels.com by checking our online map. Our map displays the areas and neighborhoods around all Ravenhall hotels so you can see how close you are from landmarks and attractions, and then refine your search within the larger area. The best Ravenhall hotel deals are here with our lowest price guarantee.
Where are the Best Places to Stay in Ravenhall?

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A sleek 13.3” Ultrabook manufactured in 2012. The Lenovo IdeaPad U310 features long battery life and Lenovo smart update.
What can I do about poor Wi-Fi connection?
Hey, so I have a Lenovo IdeaPad U310 and have been experiencing some problems with the Wi-Fi connection. It advertised a connection speed of 4mbps, which is pretty close to what I get with a wired Ethernet connection. But via Wi-Fi, my download speeds only reach between 200-500kbps. Is there anything I can do to boost my connection speed?
Device/Machine problems: Try connecting to the Wi-Fi network with another device, like a laptop computer or friend's phone. If any other devices can connect to and use the wireless network, the problem is most likely specific to your device.
Network/Router problems: Check to see if your device can connect to a Wi-Fi network at another location, like a friend's house or a public network. If it can, the problem is most likely specific to the Wi-Fi network.
Vikram Gill будет вечно благодарен.


text: Like most tourism destinations, Corvallis, Oregon provides free pamphlets and brochures to visitors, highlighting the sights and activities of Corvallis. Usually you have to find a visitor's center to get them, subject to business hours. Go-Oregon.com is pleased to offer these materials by mail and e-mail for free thanks to our local travel board affiliates.

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Please sign up below for full access to the site.
Once you have created your account, you will be redirected to Paypal to make a payment. Payments can be made by credit card, debit card, or Paypal account. All payments are secured through Paypal and any information you enter will remain safe.

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Having left UCL after 21 years on 26 January, Little Al said him and Ange reckoned I should do a blog. What an inspired idea. I have so much to share. So many ideas to inspire; dreams to awaken; people to annoy.
It has taken me ages to work out what a blog is, how to set a blog site up, and to understand any of the technical terms.
So this is brief as my tea will be ready soon. We are having baked potatoes with cheese, prawns, marie rose sauce and probably salad as Mary says I have to be healthy and salad cancels out cheese. I like salad. I like cheese more. If my head had to be made of cheese, by law, it would be a mature cheddar or possibly Cheshire. The latter may prove too crumbly to be practical.
Mary has just said I had better not spend all my time doing this. No way Jose / Mary! I plan to eat cheese too, not just write about it in a cranium-related fashion.
So I am still strictly employed by UCL and am on annual leave until Wednesday 31 January. From 1 February 2018 I am jobless. My choice. Time for a change after two months off (at least).
Today I have eaten breakfast with Brun. It would have been brunch but I did not have chips with it. That is what defines brunch. Brun had omelettey stuff. Then I went to the dump as I am a right geezer. I dumped things e.g. a mattress, a Scottish shortbread tin, a cardboard box, a blue recycling box which blew into our drive. Then I went to the library. I would tell you what book I got out, but I need to have some secrets in my life.
Mary is loving having me at home and says that I remind her of a young Mr T but more “lovely-faced”. We keep holding hands and giggling and then singing about our favourite cheeses.
I plan to blog about things that happen, whether true or not, and this is just a test-run as no idea what I am doing. If you like this you really need to get a life as I began with no idea what I was about to type, and end with no interest in what I may have typed. Cheese apart this was a waste of both our times. In fact no one knows about this blog so I am typing this for myself which is even more pointless.
Actually Camembert but your head could be look a soft-boiled dunky egg.
Martha’s mumblins, I seem to remember was what you were going to call it! I prefer Sammy’s Last Words!!!
Mmm somehow i think I will be buying Mary a big drink when i see her. .she’ll bloody need it. Surely there are a raft of jobs she’s saved for you. Saying that i like the blog and I like cheese! !
Poor Mary…..it is always Poor Mary….what about poor idiot Bob?
It’s a cash cow and I want a big piece of the cheese when it all goes viral. The blog not the cheese..
If cheese were a rainbow mate. You know what I am saying.
Why, do you feel wise and learned now? That is my aim. Like home schooling but not at home. And with no schooling.

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Whether you build a new library or transform an existing one, do not build the best library of the previous era. Create an environment that facilitates new patterns of interaction, learning, and accessing information. Administrators, trustees, board members, librarians, community residents, faculty, students and architects must collaborate to arrive at the design that best responds to the community that the library serves. The presentation is based on Peter Gisolfi’s recently released book, Collaborative Library Design: From Planning to Impact, published by the American Library Association (ALA).
Peter Gisolfi is a licensed architect and landscape architect. He is the senior partner of Peter Gisolfi Associates, Architects and Landscape Architects, in Hastings-on-Hudson, New York, and New Haven, Connecticut. He is also a professor of architecture and landscape architecture at the Spitzer School of Architecture at The City College of New York, where he was chairman of the school for eight years. Over the last 30 years, he and his firm have built or transformed more than 40 libraries - public libraries, school libraries, and academic libraries. The firm is the recipient of more than 85 architectural design awards.
Peter Gisolfi is the author of more than 100 articles on design issues in architecture and landscape architecture. His book, Finding the Place of Architecture in the Landscape, expresses his ideas about architecture, landscape architecture, and their relation to setting. His new book, Collaborative Library Design: From Planning to Impact, was published in June 2018 by ALA.


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Beautify your indoor space with berries found in the great outdoors! Black Skimmia Berries Stem is made of plastic and features tiny, dark black berries in clusters off of a green stem with green, fabric leaves.
Incorporate it laying flat into your mantel or tabletop arrangements, or stand it up in a lovely flower arrangement for a boost of texture and natural charm.

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Join veteran publishers and editors, Max Booth III and Lori Michelle, as they lead an 8-month drop-in course on writing an effective short story. The first session will be held Tuesday, April 23rd at 6:30 PM. They will teach topics including: characterization, dialogue, how to avoid plot pitfalls, mistakes short story writers make and how to make your story marketable. This program is intended for adults and older teenagers (15+). Please bring a notebook and pen with you to the workshop.
Register at the link provided as pre-registration is required to attend. Would you like to feel more confident using your smartphone, tablet, or laptop independently? Do you have questions about downloading/using apps? Are you interested in learning how to borrow materials from the library and download them to your device? Get free one-on-one assistance in our 1 hour open tech labs held Wednesday and Thursday each week from 12-1 PM.
Do you struggle with not having enough time to listen to all the podcasts that interest you?! We do and we propose that we solve this by meeting each month to munch on snacks and discuss a thematic playlist. Listen to the 3-5 episodes in your own time and meet up for the group discussion. Join us in Library Meeting Room 1! *We will be meeting a week later than usual (On April 24th) because of the Annual Texas Library Association conference! * Check https://podcastbrunchclub.com/listening-lists/ for the monthly playlist.
Have a question about your phone/tablet/e-reader/laptop? Let us help! Walk-ins will be helped on a first come, first served basis. Individuals may be limited to a few questions in order to accommodate more people due to the nature of walk-ins. If you are interested in more one on one time please look into our Tech Help for Adults program .No registration required!
This class is for any adults (18+) interested in learning English as a second language and those interested in working to develop accuracy and fluency in communication. This course is open to all levels both beginner and advanced. The class will meet weekly on Sundays beginning April 28th from 3-5 PM. There will be a week of no class this series on Sunday, May 19th and we will resume for the last week on May 26th.
The Schertz Public Library is closed for Training. Please take advantage of our online resources at schertzlibrary.org until we open again, on May 1st at 10 am.
Storytime that is just right for your family, all ages welcome. Stories, songs, and activities will engage your children (and entertain the adult who is still a child at heart). Program runs 20-25 minutes.
Join veteran publishers and editors, Max Booth III and Lori Michelle, as they lead an 8-month drop-in course on writing an effective short story. The first session will be held Tuesday, April 23rd at 6:30 PM. They will teach topics including: characterization, dialogue, how to avoid plot pitfalls, mistakes short story writers make and how to make your story marketable. This program is intended for adults and older teenagers (15+).
The Discovery program offers hands-on exploring for young learners in many different topics, including science, literature, technology, and more. Designed for elementary-aged kids curious about the world. Come each week and discover something new! Recommended for ages 5 & up. Join us Wednesdays from 4:30-5:30 PM or Thursdays from 1:00-2:00 PM in the Program Room.
April 17 & 18: No Discovery!
The City of Schertz has joined forces with Sippel Elementary, Alamo Area Metropolitan Planning Organization, and Ghisallo Cycling Initiative to put on a Bicycle Rodeo to teach children the skills and precautions to ride a bicycle safely. This bicycle safety clinic is part of a City-wide initiative to provide a network of bike lanes for students to be able to bike to school safely on a Safe Route to School. Bicycle lanes have been added to Fairlawn Avenue and Belmont Parkway and will be added to Savannah and Woodland Oaks Drive, providing bicycle routes to Paschal, Wilder and Sippel Elementary. The Bicycle Rodeo will take place during the Sippel Elementary family event on Monday, April 22 from 5:30- 7:00 PM. Any elementary-aged (Pre-K through 4th grade) students are welcome to attend. Please RSVP to Cecilia Palomo at cpalomo@schertz.com if your child would like to attend and is not a Sippel Elementary student.


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LAND Architecture presents a holistic approach to landscape architecture.
We create outdoor spaces that rise above the ordinary. Our residential, commercial and public works projects inspire users and convey a strong sense of place. In every case, we ensure that landscape, structures, lighting and technical systems perform in concert.
If you are ready to transform your land into something more, let us show you how powerful landscape architecture can be.
Transforming outdoor spaces into places.


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Keeping the bailiffs at bay – what you can (and can’t) do!
If you find yourself in a situation where you owe the council unpaid council tax, and a subsequent liability order is raised, you could get an unpleasant house call by a bailiff.
Needless to say, this is never going to be a pleasant experience – but as with all things in life, it’s better to be prepared and know your rights (and those of the bailiff).
the Guardian – What can you do if a bailiff comes to your home?


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Brilliant sunshine streams down outside and once again the sky is a brilliant blue. A perfect autumn morning for the drive back to Jakar, however frosty is the only word that can describe the climate inside the vehicle. Mrs Cranky-pants has already hobbled her way into the car and sits on the right side, a bandaged ankle raised up and stretched out over the full length of the rear seat. Outside stands three sheepish looking chaps, all feeling seedy, one, very red-eyed and bushy-tongued indeed. It was a very long night with very little sleep.
After plonking me back at the hotel the afternoon prior with a hot cup of tea and my foot, wrapped in ice and aiming for the ceiling, Mal (along with the guide and driver) had gone in search of an elastase bandage and some ‘sports spray’ – turns out Bhutanese love their soccer and this stuff is sold in the gallons and it’s perfect for sprained and rolled ankles. We had arrived back at the hotel at 4pm. I don’t see Mal again until nearly 10pm. He had found another Bhutanese 'sporty' love. Snooker. Snooker and Beer - a typical boys night out in Bhutan.
He falls into the room. Drunk. He crawls into bed. Naked. Then spends half the night jumping up and staggering around the room, crashing head long into the walls trying to get to the bathroom to throw up. The other half of the night is spent sitting on the side of the bed with head in hands moaning about the bed spinning.
Now in the bright of day, he hangs his head out the window taking in some cool, albeit dusty, car-wind as we retrace our route back along the hell highway towards Jakar.
Around mid-morning we stop just prior to the waterfall at a flag festooned temple that’s perched on the precipice of another great crashing waterfall. The views are vertigo inducing.
And it's mystifying as to how some of the prayer flags were strung. I swear they had to have had engaged a bird or something more mind-blowing, like levitation to secure these wildly flapping flags.
As we sit here taking in the beauty, we sadly learn that the temple is a memorial for five monks who died in 2010 when their bus plunged off the road and into the waterfall. It is equally heartbreaking to learn that many chortens along this section of the highway are also memorials dedicated to the many Indian and Nepali labourers who plunged to their deaths or were killed by rockslides whilst making this part of the road. It makes looking at the beauty surrounding us painfully hard, even more so when I read later that the number is close to 300 men.
Every inch of Bhutan is stunning. There is no other word to describe this eye-achingly- beautiful country side. And for me I would have to say the East is exceptionally magnificent. There is a purity in the colours and a depth to the essence of everywhere you look.
Not only that but every now and then a very 'surprising' scene pops up around a corner. Like a 'guru' meditating, in the middle of nowhere.
Or a murder of large-billed crows coming together. In Bhutan, the crows (Ravens) are considered very holy - the representation of deities - and it is deemed as being very auspicious to have them visit an area in great numbers.
We continue driving, stopping only for a quick lunch at a small family run café where we hug the fire as it starts to sleet outside. We don’t stay long as our guide doesn’t want us to be caught on the eastern side of the pass, Thrumshing La, should it start snowing in earnest. We're more than happy to keep going as Mal just wants to continue sleeping and I can’t walk very far. My ankle is throbbing, but thankfully hasn’t swollen too much.
It is turning a tad purple though.
We reach Jakar at 4pm and I am ecstatic to learn my computer that I’d accidently left back in Thimphu was now here waiting for me.
It had been a bit of a bone of contention between the guide and me, he wanting it to remain in Thimphu until we passed back through, but I had begged, pleaded and demanded that he ask our tour company to try and forwarded it to us.
He was very reluctant to do this and told me that courier and bus drivers couldn’t be trusted in Bhutan with delicate items. I had insisted.
Now it was here! I was super excited to be reunited with it.
But I had to wait until later to fire it up. After 8 hours of bouncing along constant roadworks and a full day of trying to kip, Mal is keen to get out and about. I was too. As much as I enjoy the company of our driver – he is an absolute darling – and we find our guide informative, I need some breathing space.
I was also keen to get some ‘stuff’ shopping in. We were leaving early again in the morning and so wouldn’t have any buying time. This afternoon and the last day in Paro were our only free moments to shop - free moments close to a town that is - tomorrow night we were staying at a farm house and the following probably somewhere far from town again.
We go through what seems to be becoming a ritual routine - the ‘we want to look around town’ argument with our guide and finally convince him to let us catch a taxi back to the hotel when we are finished.
The first thing Mal wanted to do was find some cheese.
I on the other hand was keen to buy a carpet.
We’d been to a small carpet weaving centre briefly at Yathra, near the Prakhar Goemba, but there was little guarantee that we would stop there on the way back towards Thimphu. The carpets were exquisite. The wool – hand-spun and dyed from yak or sheep – was of the softest touch and radiated an incredible vibrancy in the colours. I hobbled down to a shop I’d been on our previous Jakar visit – this shop had a selection of Yathra carpets and I knew the exact one I wanted. The owner of the shop remembered me the moment I walked in the door.
On my previous shopping trip (where all I brought was a scarf) she had told me that she loved flowers and wanted me to send her seeds from Australia. I told her I couldn’t do this as it wasn’t allowed, but she had some 'ideas' – I'm sure in another 'life' this lady would be the perfect smuggler, she had some very innovated ways for getting stuff ‘in’.
This time we discussed carpets, and her price fell in the exact spot to what I had anticipated paying for a piece of Yathra exquisiteness. I was so over the moon and didn’t care that we would be carrying it with us, not just through the rest of the trip of Bhutan, but for another three weeks when we on-trip to Nepal.
Back in our hotel, I was again over the moon to have my computer at my finger tips and fired it up. It whirled, then whirred, then made a strangled sound and zipped! The screen remained black, no lights came up on the keyboard. Mal tried to start it. It gave a lethargic blurrrrrrrrrrrrr. Mal gave the computer a little shake. It rattled. It was dead. Our guide was right.
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Today I have a special treat for you. For a while now I've thought about creating a one page reference guide on Bullet Journaling for you all to have as a little visual aid when explaining the system to a friend, co-worker, family member, etc.
This will be a handy resource for if you're ever in a situation where you want to share all about what a Bullet Journal is starting from basics...you know, if you can't show them the video or website right then and there.
I wanted to add a lot more but I couldn't fit it all in so I decided to go with the most basic, simple, useful, and straightforward stuff I could think of. My hope is that you'll download and print out a few of these and tuck them in your Bullet Journal and when someone asks you what you're writing in and you respond, "it's a Bullet Journal" and they ask you what that is you can whip out one of these quick reference guides and walk them through the various components.
Wow! I am super pleased to hear that you guys love the printable :) I've had quite a few offers to translate to other languages - how awesome is that?! I would LOVE to share your translations with others! Contribute a translation here.
These guides have been such a huge hit that Ryder Carroll (the inventor the Bullet Journal!!!) has added them to the official Bullet Journal website! How amazing is that?! It's all thanks to your support :) Thank you, and thank you Ryder for adding them to the official website to reach the most amount of people! I'm over the moon about this! Over a dozen languages and counting have been contributed by wonderful Bullet Journalists around the world!
It's been just about a year since I first shared this free Bullet Journal Reference Guide, and it's been so humbling to see it take off as it has! We now have over 20 translations of the guide and I'm overwhelmed with gratitude for your kindness and support! To make it easy to see them all in one place, I've added them to the freshly created password-protected Sunshine Library, which you can gain access to by subscribing to the Sunny Newsletter.
1. Sign up to the Sunny Newsletter & confirm your subscription.
2. You'll receive a welcome email. Open the welcome email.
3. At the bottom of the welcome email you'll find a password.
4. Plug the password into the Sunshine Library.
5. Download the FREE Bullet Journal Reference Guide in the language of your choice!
A funny dream of mine is for everyone who reads this to print out a bunch of these and scatter them around wherever you live such as your workspace, school bulletin boards, books in bookstores, and other neat places such as coffee shops so that others may find their way to the Bullet Journal and find as much joy in it as we do. Wouldn't that be lovely? I also worry about the possible litter that may be invoked granting this wish hehe. Ah well, a gal can dream.
Enjoy and share to whoever you think may find it useful!