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Two years ago I attended a session where Nora Brooks presented herself as the daughter of Robert E Lee, so I knew this presentation would be outstanding. But Ulysses S. Grant? Really?
I was so wrong.
|The real Julia Grant
He has moved up on my appreciation scale, not top notch, but higher. After all, this was from a "wife's" point of view. Nora Brooks did such a marvelous job impersonating Julia Grant that I became lost in the moment, especially when she described his anguish at developing a war plan, their sadness during the death of President Lincoln, and the tormented final year of his life suffering from the throat cancer that claimed him.
After the hour long (seemed like five minutes) presentation, she came out of character for a question/answer session. She was asked how she chose her characters and if she planned another. She posed that back to the audience, who would you suggest, then responded. She prefers the Civil War era because that's what she is comfortable with and in this small theater style, comfort counts. She crawls into the skin and the mind of her character, then dresses the outside to match. She researches and speaks in character only what she discovers.
As she talked, I thought to myself, who in my Lessons Learned would I like to become if only for an hour?
I don't know if being in a Civil War era mindset influenced my decision, or as in this case, being present with the "wife" of a general, but I knew the answer to that question right away. I would like to be inside the mind of the wife of this man:
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Fate Lane.
Lafayette Lane to be more exact. He served in Company B of the 46th North Carolina Regiment of Infantry and was with Lee at the surrender at Appomattox, which would also put him with the husband of Julia Grant at Appomattox. I heard "her" version of the surrender. I'd like to hear Fate's wife's version.
I'm not sure about her name, I know I have it somewhere in my research, surely. But this woman, this first wife of Fate's, oh what a story she took to her grave. She shared him, she did, with six (some reports say even up to eight) more women, all at once. Their cabin in the mountains was a two story log building surrounded by six, seven, eight slightly smaller cabins housing his other "wives." But wait. Not to excuse his actions, but there's more to this story than meets the ear.
These were war widows, wives of comrades that didn't return from the war between the states. They had nothing. They had no support, and in most cases, no family, no money coming, no food other than what they could scrape together.
So he took them in, gave shelter to them, assumed the husband's role and had a large family. Forty-two children! Need I say more?
I can't think of another character in my book that I would like to be for an hour than Mrs. Fate Lane. Just imagine.
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The following are results for this week's edition of WWE Main Event, which aired live on the WWE Network on Tuesday, April 29, 2014.
– Goldust def. Alberto Del Rio in a singles bout to open the show. The match saw a lot of back-and-forth action until Goldust counters Del Rio's superkick attempt and blasts him with his Final Cut finisher for the 1-2-3 and the victory.
– After Goldust picks up the victory, Cody Rhodes comes in and congratulates him. Renee Young enters the ring and interviews both guys. She asks if their recent singles matches means they are going their separate ways. Goldust says that the Brotherhood is still together. He says they may work singles matches from time-to-time, but ultimately they have each others backs. Young asks Rhodes if he is proud of his brother. He seems offended at the question and asks if she thinks Goldust is better than him because he won tonight and Cody lost on RAW. Eventually he apologizes and reiterates the fact that the Brotherhood is together and says things will stay that way. The two hug and that's that.
– Paige def. Alicia Fox in Divas action to retain her WWE Divas Championship. The match went back-and-forth, with Paige taking a lot of punishment before ultimately hitting Fox with a big DDT to score the pin fall victory. After the match, as Paige was walking up the ramp, Tamina Snuka comes out to the top of the stage and the two have a staredown.
– Backstage, Renee Young is with Sheamus. She asks Sheamus for his level of concern knowing he has to face Bray Wyatt in the main event tonight. Sheamus talks briefly about how he's not afraid and informs Wyatt that tonight — it's time to fight.
– Bad News Barrett def. Kofi Kingston in singles competition. Barrett cuts a promo before the match dressing down Big E., informing him that he's going to take his WWE Intercontinental Championship this Sunday at Extreme Rules. The two have a solid back-and-forth match that ends when Kingston leaps in the air off of the ringside steps, but gets caught on the way down with the Bull Hammer Elbow from Barrett. Barrett rolls Kingston back in the ring and covers him. 1-2-3. Barrett wins.
– Bray Wyatt def. Sheamus in the headline bout of this week's edition of WWE Main Event. Bray Wyatt sings along with the crowd, singing of course, "he's got the whole world in his hands." He sings along with them until Sheamus' music hits to interupt him. The two end up having an extremely competitive match that sees Erick Rowan and Luke Harper distract Sheamus at the end, allowing Wyatt to hit him with his Sister Abigail finisher for the 1-2-3.
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AIDS group offers prevention and treatment programs throughout Florida and across the world
FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- On a busy interstate in Miami, a billboard created by AIDS Healthcare Foundation is promoting awareness of HIV at home and abroad. The sign shows a red ribbon, the iconic symbol of AIDS awareness, tying together two side-by-side billboards and running across an image of the world. A message over the ribbon shares AHF's mission: "Cutting-edge medicine and advocacy, regardless of ability to pay."
New Miami billboard shows AHF's global reach on AIDS. AIDS group offers prevention and treatment programs throughout Florida and across the world. (Photo: Business Wire)
Globally, an estimated 34 million people are living with HIV. In Miami-Dade County, the estimate is 26,711, or about one in every 100 Miami residents, who may see AHF's billboard alongside Route I-95, three-tenths of a mile north of I-395. Florida now has the third highest rate of new HIV infections in the nation.
"There's been great progress over the past two decades, but the AIDS epidemic is still very much with us, and Florida remains an epicenter here in the U.S.," said Michael Weinstein, President of AIDS Healthcare Foundation. "Through advertising and outreach like this billboard, we want to remind people that we're working to provide easy access to rapid testing and treatment all over the world in the places that need it most—including South Florida. When people know treatment is there for them, regardless of their financial situation, they're more likely to get tested and to get into care if they need."
The new billboard in Miami is part of AHF's ongoing HIV/AIDS media advertising and awareness campaigns in Los Angeles, the San Francisco Bay Area and South Florida. Previous ads have promoted testing, treatment access and advocacy issues such as condom use. For information on AHF's free HIV testing locations in South Florida and elsewhere, please visit www.freehivtest.net.
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AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF), the largest global AIDS organization, currently provides medical care and/or services to more than 183,000 individuals in 27 countries worldwide in the US, Africa, Latin America/Caribbean, the Asia/Pacific Region and Eastern Europe. To learn more about AHF, please visit our website: www.aidshealth.org, find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/aidshealth and follow us on Twitter: @aidshealthcare.
In FLORIDA, AHF serves more than 15,000 Floridians living with HIV/AIDS through a variety of programs, including free HIV testing and prevention programs; HIV/AIDS health care centers located in Ft. Lauderdale, Miami and Jacksonville, eight AHF Pharmacies located throughout the state, a statewide disease management program; and its Positive Healthcare Managed Care program.
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Destination Guide, Festival, International Holidays
Travel Resolutions of 2016
Before planning your wonderful and exciting trips for the coming year, do go through the list of destinations which you have to travel in this year. You cannot let 2016 pass without absorbing the bliss out of these star vacation spots for the coming year. 1. Visit Grand Rapids & Lake Michigan's Gold Coast Beach… Read more »
Here are some places you can take your family to on a much- needed vacation. Lose yourself into the magnificence of Kerala's back waters, marvel at the shape- changing sand dunes in Rajasthan while uncovering some international holiday destinations like Singapore, Hongkong, Melbourne, South Africa and Dubai. And back home, the cozy hills of Darjeeling… Read more »
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How to Take Care of a Child during a Trip!
Vacations are one of the best ways to take a break from your power packed super busy schedule and shed out all the burden and fatigue you have been carrying. Whenever people decide to go on a holiday, they expect peace, amity and some kind of cessation to their claustrophobic routine. And you know what… Read more »
Close your eyes and think of your dream destination, a place where you want to go once before you die. It can even be superficial or hypothetical. Just picture a place and the person you want to go with. C'mon do it! What did you see? Something very beautiful and extravagant I am sure, something… Read more »
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Well, how often do you break into impromptu plans for travelling abroad? Sounds fun right? It feels so great if you surprise your fiancé or mother or wife on birthdays or anniversaries. But, it's not a perfect world. Sometimes or infact most of the times you don't get your Visa approved by the country. The… Read more »
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Most Beautiful Buildings in the World
It used to be that history impacted the modern eye through beautiful ancient structures that stand tall and were considered the most picturesque. Now, travelers experience a glimpse of historical and modern buildings while meandering urban streets. Modern-day architecture is giving history a run for its money, as these contemporary million dollar structures stun the… Read more »
South Africa is one of the most fascinating and wonderful countries in Africa and in the world. South Africa famous for its natural beauty, wildlife and sunshine. South Africa's immensely varied terrain supports a rich diversity of animals, birds, and plant-life and offers an incomparable range of experiences. South Africa is a popular tourist destination,… Read more »
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Where to Celebrate Christmas in 2013
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Summary: No one is sure why he is still here.
Owned by: LucianNepreen
Gender: Male
Age: 1700
Group: Pets/Other
Game: Village of Warfall
Race and EmploymentSphinx
Acts as an unofficial guardian of Warfall.
Doesn't get involved in the inner workings of the town, as long as the town remains.
Skills/StrengthsAs a Sphinx, is the perfect blend of physical and mental strength.
Can conjure powerful spells with ease and can precisely time attacks.
His large size allows him to tackle most creatures, the exception being a sufficiently grown dragon.
Weaknesses/PhobiasIs very distant to the needs of the citizens.
His hubris can cause selfless actions, thinking he alone can tackle a threat.
Has a fear of anyone who is resistant to his mind reading.
Physical AppearanceHe is young for his kind, his shoulders barely taller than 15 ft.
Front half looks similar to a lion, with a back half bearing legs of a bird of prey.
Massive wings allow him flight(with the assistance of passive magic) giving him aerial superiority.
As with most sphinxes, has a humanoid face, though he has opaque crystals surrounding his head, forming a jagged crest.
Personality and interestsSeldom does he talk to anyone, preferring simple observation and contemplation.
When spoken to, will give his wisdom cryptically, both to entertain himself and in his way, teach the younger races.
When not defending the town, is found lounging near it.
Is always interested in an educated being, willing to humor the being until he can decide if they are worth his time.
HistoryHe was charged with defending the town during the war. Even after its end, his superiors decided it best to leave Warfall under his protection.
Favourite Sayings"Yes, mortal?"
"You disturb my thoughts, speak quickly."
Relationships with Others in WarfallHas no connection with anyone in town.
Equipment and ItemsHas a hidden cache of magical tomes.
This character is owned by: LucianNepreen
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Recent Activity
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Tourism is a powerful, and often, underused tool. It has the potential to ignite change and uplift communities that have traditionally lacked the resources to operate sustainably. Perhaps one of its most important benefits is its ability to improve the livelihoods of women – to bring gender equality into areas that have historically undervalued the positive impact women can make in the family, community and country.
Category Archives: Nepal
Great alliance in the Tourism Industry for the better Future.
"Sustainable travel is up to all of us – travelers and industry providers alike – to integrate into every journey." said Hostelling International USA's Director of Communications and PR Netanya Trimboli in New York on Nov 17 at the 'Global Summit' for the sustainable tourism. I had the honour and privilege to participate in Travel+SocialGood's Global Summit in New York. On the same event, Travel+SocialGood rebranded its name to 'Impact Travel Alliance (ITA)'. Continue reading
Nava Durga Jatra – The Festival of Tantric Goddess
Every year Panauti celebrates the Navadurga Jatra, the festival of Nine Durgas, which falls – normally – during the end of April or beginning of May. It is a masked dance ceremony dedicated to the nine Durgas, Durgas – The Goddess of War – The sources to the all energy of Lord Shiva. The multiple demonic representations are the manifestations of Parvati; the power of Shiva in the Tantric tradition. It is celebrated for, continuous, three days. Continue reading
My Experience on Everest Base Camp Trek
Before writing about my experience in Everest Base Camp trek. Firstly, I would like to mention that from the beginning of my job, career, I mean for the last 6 years I have been working and feel proud of being specialized trekking and tour leader in Annapurna Region from the Royal Mountain Travel. Which is one of the top-ranking travel companies in Nepal and has the biggest international network that offers extensive variety tours, treks, hikes and other adventure travel activities for Nepal, Tibet and Bhutan. Continue reading
Voluntarism in Nepal from Melbourne University with Royal Mountain Travel
Since 12 years of the establishment of the Royal Mountain Travel, and in these twelve years we've been firmly committed to the sustainable and responsible tourism. We have always believed in the development of the society, community, and the country should come first before the development of our company. Especially in the travel industry; adding the valuable experience in the vacation of the travellers' and settling them in the safest destination is the harvesting process and this will continue for a longer period of time. Continue reading
Let there be light: Emerging from the ages of power cuts
Not believing my ears in November 2016 when I heard a friend comment "Bhatti nai jadaina' I was delighted to hear that for the first time in over a decade, there was to be no 'loadshedding' in Kathmandu. Loadshedding or power cut has been a feature of life in Kathmandu and most of the country for over a decade. Indeed, many villages supplied by micro-hydro electricity power have had more light than the capital city. Continue reading
Royal Mountain Travel and its achievements in 2016
"Coming together is a beginning; keeping together is progress; working together is a success." A famous quote from Henry Ford proves positive in affiliation to Royal Mountain Travel. Eleven years ago we ventured to the tourism industry of Nepal with a promise to work hard for a better tomorrow and shall execute any barrier, together as a team, that comes in our way. Continue reading
Royal Mountain Travel and its every major events in 2016
The year 2016 came up with all the energy and motivation against the destructions Nepal had to face from the earthquake of 2015. One thing we all understood for sure – from the earthquake – is there is no bigger and better satisfaction than helping and spending time with each other. Continue reading
Langtang Valley; Standing The Test Of Time
The Langtang Valley – which is only a stone's throw away from the capital city of Nepal, Kathmandu – is one of the colourful, culturally affluent, and diverse-in-landscape trekking routes in Nepal. For its majestic performance of the Langtang Himalayan Range, with more than a thousand of varieties of ornamental flowers and plants, birds' and mammals' species – combined – exceeding to 150 in numbers makes Langtang Valley an ideal address for, both, extreme and casual trekkers. Continue reading
First hand experience from Kerung – Kathmandu Highway.
The friendship highway, which runs all the way from Lhasa to Kathmandu via Zhangmu – Kodari border has remained the main route for all Tibet-bound trips for many-many years. Continue reading


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Show Notes – The iconic One Times Square building sits at the busiest corner of New York City, and is historically known for being home to The New York Times. Originally constructed in 1904, the goal was to renovate and update the site, so building owners Jamestown LP partnered with Samsung to reinvent the outdoor displays that have been the focal point of Time Square for years. Samsung's new displays at One Times Square cover the entire front-facing portion of the building with more than 11,000 square feet of high-end digital displays.
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The global trade architecture is in the midst of dramatic change. The anti-free trade rhetoric from the US; the UK's decision to leave the EU; and growing economic nationalism have triggered a major shake up to the global trade and economic landscape. In contrast, ASEAN's push towards economic integration and China's growing role as a champion of globalisation and free trade have shifted the trade dynamic towards the East.
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We get a lot of repeat questions on the mailing list. Here's a repository of answers.
To set the username field in a Logon message, put something like this in your toAdmin() callback.
final String msgType = msg.getHeader().getString(MsgType.FIELD); if(MsgType.LOGON.compareTo(msgType) == 0) { msg.setString(quickfix.fields.Username.FIELD, _username); msg.setString(quickfix.fields.Password.FIELD, _password); }
I assume you've already checked out the latest source from the svn repo. You'll need
ant installed.
QF/J generates the source from the DDs in
core/src/main/resources. Make a back up of the one you're going to alter, and then alter it however you need to.
Then rebuild as follows:
ant jar
It depends on how extensive your DD changes are.
If your DD changes aren't very extensive, maybe just a few field changes, then you don't really need to. If you added a whole new custom message type, then you probably should. If you changed field orders inside of repeating groups, then I recommend that you do, especially if those group changes are in outgoing messages.
Want more detail than this? Ok...
INCOMING MSGS: The DD xml file is critical for the engine to validate messages that you receive from the counterparty. When the engine parses messages, it exclusively uses this xml file; the generated java message classes aren't a factor here. When your user code is processing those messages, those message classes become relevant.
OUTGOING MSGS: The DD xml file is irrelevant when you construct outgoing messages. You can pretty much add whatever fields you want to messages using the generic field setters (setString, setInt, etc) and QF will let you. The only trouble is with repeating groups. QF will write repeating group element ordering according to the DD that was used for code generation. If you altered any groups that are part of outgoing messages, you DEFINITELY need to rebuild.
You need `ant`.
This will rebuild the jars based on the DataDictionary files in `core\src\main\resources\`. To make DD customizations, change those files. Then run this command:
# The `version` argument is just a filename suffix # The `skip.jalopy` argument is optional and will skip some time-consuming doc generation. ant version=SOME_STRING -Dskip.jalopy=true clean jar
The new jars will be found in `quickfixj\core\target\`.
If you rebuilt QF/J with your custom data dictionary, there should be a class for your new group and you should do it like the documentation shows you:
If you did not rebuild QF/J and do not want to, you can use generic (non-typesafe) methods.
For example, say you have custom group with counter tag 9610, and delimiter tag 9611:
msg = your message of whatever type; int[] order = [9611,9612,9613]; // syntax probably needs correction quickfix.Grp grp = new quickfix.Group(9610,9611,order); grp.setString (9610, "1" ); grp.setString (9611, "SHORT" ); msg.addGroup(grp); // add first group grp.setString (9612, "3" ); grp.setString (9613, "SNOTE3" ); msg.addGroup(grp); // add second group
Compare this with the type-safe methods and you'll see it's pretty similar.


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A personal business plan can help you plot a path for your education, career and family. Developing a realistic, relevant plan will require you to consider options and determine whether the choices you have made are optimum, based on factors such as the economy, your abilities and your financial and personal goals. This article takes you through the steps necessary to access your needs, abilities and goals, and formulate your own personal business plan.
Write a personal business mission statement to begin your personal business plan. Your mission statement will encompass a statement of how you conduct your personal business as well as your vision of where you will be, in terms of your personal business life, in the next five to 20 years.
Write your personal goals, either on a spreadsheet or in a word processing document. Include career changes or advancements, education and family-related goals. For example, determine whether you want to pursue a degree or a higher degree, whether you want to add to your family or move to a new location at some point in the future. Think in terms of the next five to 20 years of your life.
Write your financial goals, either on a spreadsheet or word processing document. Include realistic goals such as paying off credit cards, buying a new house or paying off an existing mortgage. Your financial goals can involve increasing your salary or increasing your investments so that you will have enough savings to retire and remain financially stable.
Create two columns in your personal business plan to set up a time line for all of your goals. Short-term goals should be broken down into lists for the next six months, one year, two years and five years. Longer-term goals are broken down in five-year increments, for the next 10 to 20 years.
Conduct a brief self-assessment. Examine what you have done so far in your life in regard to education, business accomplishments and financial assets. Determine what are you capable of doing in the future, in terms of securing additional education, training or financial backing.
Determine what needs to be done to achieve your goals, using the information you created in Step 5. Decide whether you need to further your education. Examine whether your financial goals require training in financial management or securing the services of a professional financial planner. Add a column to your goals worksheet indicating what needs to be done to make your goals a reality.
Review your plan regularly to be sure you are adhering to it and to gauge whether your goals continue to be realistic. Change it as necessary to reflect changing economic times or readjusted personal business goals.
Refer to your personal business plan when you are faced with major decisions, such as whether to make an investment in real estate or the stock market. Your personal business plan can help you make rational decisions that are based on your established goals and current situation.
Do not place your personal business plan on a bookshelf and ignore it. Refer to it often, particularly when faced with life-changing decisions.


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How to Clean a Dog Bed & Remove Urine & Sweat Stains & Odors in Livermore, CA; Vacuum, Wash Exterior Cover & Inside Pillow & More
The family's dog is more to some people than just the family dog. They are simply four-legged, furry extensions of the family. You provide food, shelter, love, attention, and even a nice bed for their comfort and in return you get an endless supply of licks, cuddles, and affection. Often, after a fun day outdoors, your muddy, dirty, pooch will plop down on their beds for some much needed rest. The dog hair, dirt, mud, and other contaminants as well as possible urine and drool are accumulating on this bed, causing pungent odors and possibly accumulating layers of filth on carpet or other floor surfaces. In any case, keeping the dog's bed clean is crucial for your pup's hygiene and the overall condition and longevity of your floors.
Dog Bed Cleaning, Stain & Odor Removal
Today, we at Carpet Care 2000 would like to share a method on getting your dog's bed clean and sanitized.
1. Vacuum. To begin, use the vacuum's hose and all the handy attachments to thoroughly remove the surface debris of hair/fur, dirt, and other particulates. A lint roller is optimal pick up the stubborn hair/fur embedded in the dog bed's fibers.
2. Unzip the exterior fabric cover if it is applicable and toss in the washing machine as long as it is washing machine safe. Always follow manufacturer's directions. Prepare the washing machine by turning the setting to a large load with cold water, and make certain the detergent is safe for pets. Avoid adding other fabric or clothing in the same load. If the bed is especially dirty, repeat the wash cycle.
3. Dry the freshly laundered dog bed liner in the dryer. Add a minimum of 1 dryer sheet that is safe for pets. The dryer sheet will greatly reduce the static electricity and reduce the pet hair/fur from building up. Dry on a low temperature setting for 20 minutes to remove hair and wrinkles and excess moisture and allow the cover to air dry the remainder of the time to avoid any shrinkage.
4. Wash the interior bed foam, pillow, or cushion according to the label's directions. If the label does not detail any directions, we have something that can help neutralize odors. If the foam and pillow bed is washable, fill the tub with cool or lukewarm water and combine ¼ cup of apple cider vinegar and 1/8 cup of laundry detergent and submerge the foam/pillow in the tub mixture and work the soap in the foam with your hands. If there are stains, work the stains out. Allow the foam/pillow to soak for approximately 15 minutes and then drain the water, after the bulk of the water is drained make sure to squeeze the remainder of the water. Refill the tub with cool, clear water and submerge the foam/pillow and rinse the soapy water out of the pad. Once again, drain the water and squeeze the excess water from the foam/padding. For optimal results in drying and freshness, let the pad dry thoroughly.
5. Be sure to clean the floor where the dog's bed is usually placed.
Mattress & Carpet Cleaning, Stain & Odor Removal in Tracy, Livermore, San Ramon, Dublin, Mountain House, Walnut Creek, Danville & the East Bay of California
For any carpet cleaning and other such services, contact Carpet Care 2000 today and we will be happily to assist!
How to Care for Oriental Rugs in Tracy, CA; Rotate, Change Traffic Patterns, Vacuum Without Beater Bar, Professional Cleaning & More
Many oriental rugs are made with vibrant, beautiful colors that add style and design to any room. These handcrafted rugs are delicate and require a little more care than your average area rug. It is worth it though, to have this kind of beauty in your home. Carpet Care 2000 is here to share some of these things that should be done to care for and extend the life of your oriental rugs.
Rotate Your Oriental Rug for Even Wear
One key in keeping your oriental rug is good condition is rotation. If you rug sits in the same spot all the time, over time, it will start to have wear in some places and not in others. You should rotate your rug every couple of months so that you get even wear.
Change Interior Design Traffic Patterns
Along the same lines, you want to change traffic patterns in your room occasionally for evenly distributed wear. Change the way your furniture is situated in the room so that the flow of traffic will change. This is good for your flooring as well as your area rugs.
Vacuum Oriental Rugs Without Beater Bar
When vacuuming your oriental rug, you want to do so carefully. Turning off the beater bar is recommended to keep from damaging your delicate rug. Because oriental rugs are so delicate, it is important to vacuum often and keep dirt and debris from damaging those delicate fibers.
Minimize Sunlight on Oriental Rug to Prevent Fade Spots
The bright colors of your oriental rug are probably one of the reasons you love it so much. Keeping them bright is hard if your rug is in a room that gets a good amount of natural light. The sun is incredibly damaging to the fibers of carpeting and rugs. If there is any way to limit the amount of sunlight that your oriental rug is exposed to, you should do it to keep it vibrant and beautiful.
If There's a Spot or Stain or Your Oriental Rug, Clean It
Sometimes life just happens. Spills are going to inevitably occur. Even the most careful person occasionally spills. If you notice any spots or stains on your rug, clean them up right away. The longer the spot or stain sits on your rug, the harder it will be to remove. This could cause permanent damage to your rug. Be sure you are using cleaners that are safe for delicate rugs and definitely do a spot test before using any kind of cleaner on your rug.
Use a Pad Underneath Your Oriental Rug
It might be tempting to skip the pad under your rug, but a quality pad under your oriental rug will help keep it from sliding all over the place as well as protect it against extra wear. A quality pad under your rug is important.
Carpet Care 2000 Offers Area Rug Cleaning In Tracy, Livermore, San Ramon, Dublin, Mountain House, Walnut Creek, Danville & the East Bay of California.
Don't skip professional care and cleaning! Your oriental rug will last much longer if you have it professionally cleaned every 1-2 years. It will help restore the fibers as well as remove dirt and debris that is deeper in the fibers and can't be removed by vacuuming alone. Carpet Care 2000 offers oriental rug cleaning to keep your area rug vibrant and beautiful. Call us today!
Carpet Buying Guide & How to Purchase Wisely in Danville, CA; Best Medium Height Fiber Carpets for Homes & Low Pile for Offices
There's no comparison to the way soft carpet feels under our feet. It's warm and a great sound absorber too. Carpets can be a costly investment and will affect the look and function of your home. The choice you make needs to be based on your personal taste and the way it will be used in making your life easier on a day to day basis. The carpet you choose should also match the style of your home.
Best Carpets for Bedrooms, Stains & Other Living Areas in Homes
The choices you make can vary from room to room depending on how the room is used. For example, oriental rugs are a good choice for living rooms with hardwood floors but carpets put in rooms that will have high levels of humidity such as bathrooms and kitchens obviously aren't the best choice. The rooms that children sleep in will need maintenance and are of the utmost importance. All rooms will need to be maintained though. Collected dust and stains can be health hazards and you can have a contaminated atmosphere brewing if left dirty. To make the maintenance easier, you should install carpets with medium height fibers. Your carpets will last longer if your clean them on a regular basis. The correct detergents will need to be used and strong ones should be avoided to be gentler on carpets. If you have carpets, then you'll definitely need to make sure you know all about its origins and the cleaning methods best suited for it. Check to see how long the carpet you want has been in storage as it might be showing signs of moisture. Look at the fringes to make sure they're in good shape.
Best Commercial Office Carpet Flooring Options for High Traffic Areas
Carpets that are installed in commercial settings should have low height fibers and be in neutral colors because these carpets take a lot more foot traffic. Handmade carpets should only be used in private offices where there is less foot traffic. You will still need to be very careful in the way they're cleaned. Tiles are the best choice for kitchens and bathrooms. They're both beautiful and strong and very easy to clean. This doesn't get you off the hook with cleaning though, it's very important to keep grout clean to keep it looking good and lasting longer. It doesn't matter how careful you are with keeping office carpets clean and stain free. High foot traffic will get them dirty faster so cleaning is imperative to keep your employees and your customers healthy.
How to Buy Carpet Wisely
The pile of the carpet. The pile is the surface you see and is created from yarn tufts that are folded over into loops, cut straight across or both. Each style has a different look and durability so look at how your lifestyle will go with the style of carpet you're looking at. Even the nicest carpet doesn't have to blow your budget. Look for the carpet that will fit your budget and lifestyle. Look at the side by side comparison with prices for materials and installation. Choose stain resistant carpet if you have children and pets. You may want to avoid shag or high-end rugs that are harder to clean. Better quality carpets will also have better warranties.
Carpet Care in Tracy, Livermore, San Ramon, Dublin, Mountain House, Walnut Creek, Danville & the East Bay of California
Contact Carpet Care 2000 when it's time to have your carpets installed, repaired, stretched and steam cleaned!
Tips for How to Clean & Remove Unknown Stains & Spots from Sofas, Loveseats, Couches, Sectionals & Other Upholstery in Dublin, CA
There are often times when we get surprised by a stain on the upholstery we have no clue as to the origin story. When dealing with stains, knowing what the stains consists of is half the battle. Upholstery can be a temperamental thing, and if a treatment is improperly conducted, you can ruin the color or worse; damage the upholstery itself.
How to Remove Unknown Stains from Upholstery
Where it can be a gamble to treat the unknown stains on your upholstery, there are a few safer methods you can try, but there are no guarantees when using a home remedy or upholstery cleaner, which is why it is extremely important you perform a patch test before application in an inconspicuous area.
1) Dry Cleaning Solvent: If you opt to use a commercially packaged dry cleaning solvent, be sure to follow the manufacturer's directions printed on the label. Use blotting motions to remove stains, as scrubbing or rubbing out stains can actually push the stain deeper or wider. If the dry cleaning solvent was unsuccessful at pulling the stain, ensure the area is completely dry before attempting a different method.
2) Vinegar Solution: Combine 2 cups of cool water, 1 TBS dish washing liquid and 1 TBS vinegar in your choice of spray bottle or cleaning bucket and mix the ingredients well. Apply the mixture sparingly, but adequately. You do not want the area to be over saturated. Allow it to set. Treat a cotton ball with some rubbing alcohol and gently rub in circular patterns the blemished area. Use a clean cloth and cool water to carefully rinse solution away the solution. If stain persists and before trying any other methods, ensure the area is completely dry.
3) Ammonia Solution: Mix well in your choice of cleaning bucket or spray bottle: 2 cups of cool water, 1 TBS dish washing liquid and 1 TBS ammonia. Apply solution by sponging it on with a clean damp cloth. Work at the stain by blotting at the spot with moderate pressure. Occasionally use circular patterns in a gentle rubbing fashion if the stain is persistent and needs to be slightly agitated. Thoroughly rinse the area with cool water and clean cloth to remove any cleaning residues. Ensure thorough dryness, especially prior to trying a different method if the results were not satisfactory.
4) Hydrogen Peroxide: Fill an eye dropper with 3% hydrogen peroxide and apply a few drops of the peroxide to the area in question. Blot up the stain. If stain remains, thoroughly rinse and dry the area. If you use this method, please note that peroxide has a tendency to lighten colors and can lighten the coloring of your upholstery. Use only with caution and after a patch test.
Carpet Cleaning, Stain Removal in Tracy, Livermore, Sam Ramon, Dublin, Ripon, Mountain House, Walnut Creek, Danville & the East Bay of California
As previously mentioned, removing unknown stains from the various fabrics in upholstery can be a challenge. To spare any negative results, consider a professional. Carpet Care 2000 experts are well trained and experienced in the field, and removing unknown stains successfully is not a problem with our expertise, premium quality products, and equipment. Contact us for all you floor and upholstered furniture cleaning needs.
Why You Should Have Professional Tile & Grout Cleaning in San Ramon, CA; Deep Clean to Remove Dust, Dirt & Grime, Allergies, Superior Results & More
Tile is a popular choice for many homeowners because it's low maintenance and very durable. It is beautiful and practical too, but if you don't take care of tile and grout the right way, they will age faster than you would like and can cause health and other problems.
Reasons to Have your Tile and Grout Professionally Cleaned
1. Grout is good at absorbing dust and disease causing organisms. Grout is very porous, making it easy for dust, dirt and grime to get trapped. Using regular cleaning solutions can't get it cleaned completely.
2. Improper cleaning can cause stains in the grout. Stains left behind by traditional cleaning will affect the overall look of your tiles. Mopping the tiles will leave detergent residue on the grout and make them look shabby. This makes it impossible to clean the grout and tiles without damaging them in another way.
3. Allergy attacks and respiratory issues. Dirty tiles can cause more issues for those that suffer from allergies. This happens from the accumulation of disease-causing particles, leading to respiratory problems that are common from the dust and dirt too.
4. Clean tiles add to the overall look of your home. Clean homes with dirty or stained grout don't go together well. The longer you wait to clean them, the harder it will be. An immaculately clean home will not hide dirty tile and grout.
5. Regular cleaning makes your tiles last longer. Proper cleaning methods will maintain the quality of your floor and make it last longer. When your floors are clean and well maintained, it adds to the value of your home. Tiles in bathrooms will maintain a healthy appearance when taken care of and clean grout helps protect against cracks.
6. Tiles become weaker with accumulated dust. Tiles lose their luster and overall quality when contaminates get deposited on them. This can lead to cracked or hollow tiles, making deep cleaning very important.
7. Tile and grout can be restored to like-new condition. Older tiles can be restored even if they look like they're too far-gone. Professionals can make it look like new with products designed to de-stain and de-color old grout.
8. The safest products will be used. Harmful chemicals aren't just bad for your tile and grout but for you too. Professionals use products that aren't harmful.
Tile & Grout Cleaning in Tracy, Livermore, Sam Ramon, Dublin, Ripon, Mountain House, Walnut Creek, Danville & the East Bay of California
Doing it yourself might save you money initially, but expensive restoration and possible replacement if done incorrectly will cost you more in the long run. Leave the hard work to someone else. Without the right techniques, you can be taking on more than you can handle. You will spend more time than the pros will and get subpar results. We have the right tools and training. Professionals use techniques to remove hard to treat stains without causing damage to the surface of the tile. You should do it bi-annually, but it also depends on where the tile is in your home. Make sure you hire the right kind of tile and grout cleaning services to ensure you get the best results. You can trust the professionals at Carpet Care 2000 to get the job done. Give us a call today!
Is Carpet Cleaning Safe for Babies & Children in Livermore, CA? Yes! Truck Mounted Deep Steam Equipment & Gentle Solutions Remove Removes Dirt, Germs & More!
When you are ready to start your family or you have little ones crawling around, it may become much more clear that your carpets are messy. The amount of dirt on the floor seem to peak when you start to really look and you know that a small baby may be laying on that ground. The problem is that many people think that professional carpet cleaning is dangerous when you have small children and pets in your home. The solutions have gotten a bad rap from the original cleaners that were used when carpet cleaning first began. The cleaners that were originally used were not environmentally friendly and tended to be pretty harsh. People have said that after carpet cleaning years ago their small babies would end up with skin irritations. They might have a rash on their skin or even get an upset stomach. After their toys and blankets were left on the freshly cleaned carpets then the baby put them in their mouth they may have gotten remnants of the cleaning solutions making the baby feel sick. But times have changed and the solutions that are used in carpet cleaning today are eco-friendly and mild when used on your carpet. Companies are more aware of the cleaners that are used and the equipment is much better leaving little to no residue. Not only is carpet cleaning safe to do around your baby but it is beneficial too.
Carpet Care 2000 Explains Why You Need to Have Your Carpets Cleaned; Especially When You Have A Baby At Home!
Your Carpets Could Have Beetles: Did you know that your carpet could be the home to carpet beetles? They are a real pest that lives in the carpet fibers of your home. They feed on the fibers which can actually leave small bald patches around your home. The beetles are a problem for the integrity of your carpet and could lead to needing a carpet patch or replacement. They are also a problem for the health of your family. The beetle is not a pest that is going to bite or feed on the people in your home but they can cause problems with breathing and respiratory systems. When the beetles die, they leave their body fragments behind. These can end up in the air and that can be an irritant to people that suffer from allergies and asthma. A carpet cleaning professional can not only clean the carpet but remove these nasty little beetles as well.
Carpet Bacteria & Germs: It may come as a surprise to you but bacteria that causes the flu can live in your carpet for a month. That means that everyone may be feeling much better when what do you know? Your baby gets sick again! It can be from letting the baby crawl on in the carpet without having the carpet professionally cleaned after your family has had the flu. The germs and bacteria are a danger to the health of your entire family and especially a baby that is allowed to roll around on the carpet.
Carpet Cleaning & More in Tracy, Livermore, San Ramon, Dublin, Mountain House, Walnut Creek, Danville & the East Bay of California.
At Carpet Care 2000, our gentle yet effective cleaning solutions as well as our truck mounted hot water extraction system removes the dirt and kills the bacteria so that your baby can enjoy play time on the ground. Contact us to schedule your next appointment!
Vacuuming Tips & Techniques in Tracy; CA & the Proper Ways to Clean & Vacuum Your Carpet; Not Too Fast, Set Height Adjustment & More
Vacuuming makes a room look instantly cleaner. Nothing gives a neat and tidy look like vacuuming does. You may not know this, but there are right and wrong ways to vacuum. Everyone would like their vacuuming to be productive and Carpet Care 2000 is here to share some tips to ensure yours is.
Always Vacuum Carpet in Both Directions
When you vacuum any room, don't just vacuum in one direction and call it good. When you make several passes on the carpet fibers, in both directions, your vacuum will have the ability to suck up more dirt and debris that can damage your carpet and leave it less than clean.
Take Advantage of Tools Your Vacuum Cleaner Comes With
Don't dismiss the power of the attachments your vacuum comes with. This is especially true with the wand attachment for the outer edges of the room. You don't want to forget them. You should be vacuuming the outer edges or the hard to reach areas, with the right attachments at least once a month to keep the carpeting clean.
Don't Vacuum Carpet Too Fast
Vacuuming will be much more successful when you take your time while doing it. Don't rush the process, and vacuum slowly. When you are vacuuming quickly, your vacuum doesn't have the opportunity to remove all the dirt and allergens in the fibers of your carpet like it does when you vacuum at a slower pace.
Don't Let a Vacuum Bag or Canister Fill Up All the Way
You should always avoid allowing the canister or the vacuum bag on your vacuum fill up all the way. Your vacuum will work more efficiently if the bag or canister is halfway full or less. This gives it the sucking power it needs to get the job done.
Always Be Sure the Height Adjustment is Right for the Room
There are several vacuums that will adjust automatically to the height of the carpet fibers in your room. If you have one that doesn't, you should always be aware of the height settings on your vacuum. If it is set too high or too low for the carpeting in your room, you aren't giving your vacuum the chance to do a good job. This will drastically effect your vacuuming results.
Don't Wait for Your Carpet to Look Dirty Before Vacuuming
If you are waiting for your carpet to look dirty before you vacuum it, stop. Vacuuming your carpets regularly will remove dirt and dust that you can't see with your eyes, but is definitely present. Don't wait for your carpet to be visibly dirty before you turn on the vacuum.
Carpet Cleaning, Stain Removal & More in Tracy, Livermore, San Ramon, Dublin, Mountain House, Walnut Creek, Danville & the East Bay of California
Vacuuming is a crucial part of maintaining your carpeting and extending its life. You should be vacuuming regularly to ensure dirt and other debris aren't harming your carpet. Don't forget to have your carpeting cleaned by a professional carpet cleaning company like Carpet Care 2000 at least once a year to keep it maintained and in good condition. Call us today!
How to Remove Grape Juice Stains from Carpet in Danville, CA; Act Quickly, Spot Test Before Cleaning, Blot Only & More
When you have small kids running around they often times have a cup of juice in their hand. The stores sell these great little cups that have stoppers so that the liquid is unable to leave the cup without some suction. The problem? They don't always work and many times the spill still makes it on the carpet. Now what are you filling the cup with? If you are like many parents out there, you are using juice in the child's cup. This is a great choice for many moms but the dark dye in the juice can be a real pain to get out of carpet. One of the worst types of juices that can be spilled on your carpet is grape juice. The grape juice naturally has some red or purple coloring from the fruit itself but dye is also added that gives it an almost impenetrable look. The dye that is used can be extremely hard to get out of carpets of any type or color so knowing how to treat the spills it is a great idea.
Carpet Care 2000 Outlines the Best Process to Remove Grape Juice Spills & Stains from Your Carpet.
Quick Carpet Stain Removal: This is actually a true statement for just about any type of spill on your carpets. This is especially true when you are dealing with a very dark liquid stain like grape juice. The longer you allow the liquid to sit on the carpet the more it is able to sink in. The grape juice will start to soak into the carpet fibers and all the way down into the backing and carpet padding. The deeper the liquid absorbs the harder it is to remove. The stain can reappear if it is not cleaned very fast and completely removed.
Spot Test Carpet Before Cleaning: Whatever the type of cleaner that you are using you need to do a test in an inconspicuous area. The best way to test your cleaner is to go inside a closet in the corner and treat a small area as if there was a stain. Wait to see if there is any adverse reaction to the cleaner that looks like it might damage the carpet. There are some cleaners that claim to be safe for carpets but can damage them and leave you needed to have them replaced or repaired too soon.
Always Blot, Never Rub at Carpet Stains: When you are cleaning a stain especially one that is dark you need to only blot it with a clean white cloth. This will eliminate the stain from expanding and getting larger. Blotting is a great way to remove excess liquid as well as help to pull the stain away from the carpet. Start from the outside in so you don't spread the carpet stain further.
Carpet Cleaning Solution Combinations: One of the most common cleaning combinations that is used to remove grape juice stains is hydrogen peroxide and liquid dish soap. You can mix a cup of hydrogen peroxide and about two tablespoons of soap to soak into the stain. You can also go with a less intense cleaner and use two cups of warm water and two tablespoons of soap to soak and blot the area as well.
Carpet Stain Removal in Tracy, Livermore, San Ramon, Dublin, Mountain House, Walnut Creek, Danville & the East Bay of California
If you are concerned about a stain on your carpet and want to have it removed call a professional carpet cleaning company right away. Carpet Care 2000 can handle your floor and upholstery cleaning and stain removal needs.
Common Area Rug Mistakes in Dublin, CA; Color, Size, Placement, Materials, Care & Cleaning Maintenance
The right area rug will tie several elements of a space together all while adding a certain level of coziness to it. A great way to add color and appeal to any room, area rugs are an important part of designing a space. Carpet Care 2000 would like to share some of the most common area rugs mistakes.
Area Rug Size & Placement
When you put an area rug in a room, you want it to be a focal point. The biggest problem when choosing an area rug, is choosing one that is too small for the space you want to fill. You want your rug to ground all the furniture in the room and set boundaries for the space. When choosing a rug for your bedroom, you want the rug to be large enough you set your feet on it when you are getting out of your bed. If you are selecting a rug for a sitting area in your home, you want to at least have the front legs of the furniture on the rug. Don't skimp in the size, choose a rug that is large enough for your space.
Avoid Choosing Cheap Rug Materials
It may be tempting to choose an area rug that is cheaper than some high-end area rugs available to you. You should be considering your area rug an investment. This rug will most likely be used for years to come, and if you want it to last, don't buy the cheapest one you can find. Choosing a rug that is made from durable materials will save you money in the end.
How to Choose an Area Rug Color
You don't want to choose an area rug that doesn't compliment the other colors in the room. Color is a large part of design, and you want your space to flow. Choose a color scheme and stick with it. Don't be afraid of pattern, or to make your area rug a statement piece in the room.
Don't Wait to Purchase Your Rug
Choosing your area rug last when designing a space is a huge mistake. This will most likely be one of the focal points in the room and you don't want to buy it after you have chosen all of the other elements of the room. If you have the luxury of designing a room completely from scratch, the area rug should be one of the first things you purchase for the space.
Area Rug & Carpet Cleaning Services & Stain Removal In Tracy, Livermore, San Ramon, Dublin, Mountain House, Walnut Creek, Danville & the East Bay of California
Another huge mistake happens when you don't give your area rug the care that it needs to stay beautiful. Your area rugs need to be deep cleaned by a professional at least once a year. This will help their colors stay vibrant, and keep dirt and debris from damaging the beautiful fibers that make up your rug. Carpet Care 2000 not only offers carpet cleaning, but area rug cleaning as well. Let us keep your area rug clean and beautiful, giving it an extending life. Call us today!
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The relationship between the United States and North Korea is not getting any better – both the countries have made their intentions clear as they have warned each other uncountable times now. The latest development has been the statement of the Vice President Mike Pence, warning North Korea about the 'toughest economic sanctions'.
While in Asia, @VP Pence announced that the United States will soon unveil the toughest and most aggressive round of economic sanctions on North Korea ever. Read more about #VPinAsia in 1600 Daily: https://t.co/EyHbaNGurF
— The White House (@WhiteHouse) February 8, 2018
The sanctions are expected to be imposed before the end of the Winter Olympic games, which will commence on Friday this week in Pyeongchang, South Korea where the both South and North Korea will compete together under a single flag. Pence is on a visit to Japan where he will be leading the US delegation in the opening ceremony of the grand event. The tough stance was made clear by the Republican following his meeting with the Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.
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— The Associated Press (@AP) February 8, 2018
Telling the world that the US is not going to back down until it cripples the economy of the bellicose government of Kim Jong-un. In a bid to thwart the nuclear and ballistic missiles program being carried out blatantly by the North Korean leader, Pence has asserted that the upcoming sanctions will be the harshest ever.
"The United States of America will soon unveil the toughest and most aggressive round of economic sanctions on North Korea ever, and we will continue to isolate North Korea until it abandons its nuclear and ballistic missile programs once and for all", proclaimed Pence.
Commanding the North Korean leader to completely denuclearize, the Vice President termed the rival government as the 'world's most tyrannical and oppressive regime'. The threat came after the Vice President had shown the interest to meet the officials from North Korea regarding the heated debate of nuclear tests. However, the threat now means that it next to impossible that the representatives of two countries will sit on a table.
North Korea says no plans to meet U.S. officials at Olympics; Washington seeks more sanctions https://t.co/Xi8q0AfFCX
— Reuters Top News (@Reuters) February 8, 2018
Talking about the allies and the combined stance, Pence said:
"Together with Japan, and all our allies, we will continue to intensify our maximum pressure campaign until North Korea takes concrete steps toward complete, verifiable and irreversible denuclearization".
While the contents and the extent of economic sanctions are yet to be declared openly by the authorities, the analysts believe that US might turn to China whose major companies have their operations in North Korea. It is still the million-dollar question whether China cooperates with the US in the matter or not – if not, what will be the plan B for Trump administration.
The Chinese have violated UN sanctions on #NorthKorea since 2006; the difference now is that we've caught them red handed. #China always says they're going to crack down on this rogue regime, then go back to business as usual. Something must be done to end this dangerous cycle.
— John Bolton (@AmbJohnBolton) February 8, 2018
One thing is for sure and that is US has embarked on a mission, more seriously now, to suffocate the regime's economy in an effort to hamper the progress of the dangerous missile programs and nuclear tests. Not just the US, the United Nations had put rigid sanctions especially on the energy imports and coal exports.
North Korea earned nearly $200 million from exporting coal and other commodities last year in violation of sanctions, a UN report says. https://t.co/QoCqpGYrwg pic.twitter.com/lb2SLlKh5H
— CNN Breaking News (@cnnbrk) February 3, 2018
It would be interesting to see how the two countries react when they come face to face in Pyeongchang. With US promising to apply the sanctions before the conclusion of the games, the Winter Olympics have gained huge traction from the clash of the titans.


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IN DREI No. 34 expressly provides that the term of the powers of attorney granted by members (either resident or headquartered abroad) of corporations, companies or cooperatives, for purposes of receiving services of process, shall be for an indefinite period.
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The team is responding to an astounding run of poor luck, re-numnbering the car, which to this point, has not raced with the same chassis at for more than a single race this season.
This means that after this weekend, Ledogar will have raced at the Bathurst 12 Hour and in the Australian GT Championship, International GT Open, Blancpain Endurance Cup and Blancpain Sprint Cup for McLaren so far this year.
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Blancpain GT Series Asia's race-by-race Japanese entries gets another boost after ARN Racing confirmed its participation in both of the championship's upcoming rounds at Suzuka and Fuji Speedway.
Hiroaki Nagai and Kota Sasaki currently contest their home nation's Super Taikyu series aboard a Ferrari 488 GT3, and that same combination is now set to battle the best their continent can throw at them.
They'll be joined on Suzuka and Fuji's grids by two domestic ST-X class rivals, CarGuy Racing and D'station Racing, both of which have already announced plans to compete in Blancpain GT Series Asia's inaugural Japanese events against the regular full-season entry. Further local team and driver announcements are expected to follow.
ARN Racing team owner Nagai has contested a variety of GT categories since 2012, including Porsche Carrera Cup Japan and Super GT's GT300 category. Indeed, it's in the latter that he and Sasaki currently race a Toyota Prius alongside their Super Taikyu commitments.
Meanwhile, Sasaki is an experienced Super GT driver who won the GT300 championship in 2005 before claiming the Aston Martin Asia Cup title with the same Team Reckless outfit three years later. He's also a double Nurburgring 24 Hours class winner and currently lies third in the Super Taikyu standings, alongside Nagai, after two rounds.
Following events in Malaysia and Thailand Blancpain GT Series Asia now heads to Suzuka on June 24/25 for the first two 60-minute races of its Japanese double-header. Fuji then hosts the championship on August 19/20 before two rounds in China – Shanghai and Zheijiang – bring the inaugural campaign to a close.
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The overall winning drivers of British GT's blue riband Silverstone 500 race will lift a historical piece of silverware next weekend following the unveiling of the event's new standalone trophy.
British GT organisers announced the prize at the end of 2016 and have since worked closely with Silverstone's owners, the British Racing Drivers' Club, to identify a suitably significant piece of silverware. Its archive contains many such examples but, together, the BRDC and SRO Motorsports Group have selected the 'RAC Trophy' that was previously awarded for a 500-mile race at Brooklands on 24 September 1932.
Back then it was common practice for prominent sporting bodies and organisations to sponsor individual awards. The Royal Automobile Club was no exception and presented its cup to BRDC Member William Alexander Cuthbert and his co-driver Cecil Wingfield Fiennes who finished fourth in 1932's race driving a Riley 1100.
Almost a century ago the '500' was considered one of the BRDC's and Brooklands' showpiece events. Indeed, Motor Sport Magazine's season review, taken from its December 1932 issue, described it as "one of the finest races staged at Brooklands in years," and "The '500' added still further to its reputation as the finest race of the year at Brooklands."
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You've finally done it, you've spent the last few years studying. Many weekends (or weekdays for that matter) nursing hangovers, wondering why your tongue is green and what on earth that taste is in your mouth. Your end of year show was a success. That poster you designed for a fictional brand of beer looks super rad tacked on your wall alongside that book jacket of Alice in Wonderland, which your lecturer wasn't overly keen on but it really reflects your artistic abilities and that's important – perhaps the overly sexual imagery was a bit over the top but you needed to stand out from your peers somehow. Yes, the show was definitely a success. Ten of the business cards you got printed have been taken and you know that you only gave six away to your classmates!
The above anecdote is only slightly exaggerated but there were a few important things I wish I had known before getting my first graphic design job. This industry is tough and I felt overwhelmingly under-prepared to deal with it. I was taught to harness my creative abilities. I'm absolutely not having a dig at my college lecturers (they were fantastic) but I felt there should have been more emphasis on the practical side of design and indeed the business aspect. Speaking with current colleagues and ex-classmates, I'm not the only one with this opinion. Whilst having a beautiful portfolio with solid pieces of work which shows your creativity is very important, I've listed a few things below that I wish I was taught:
1. Learn how to take criticism
This is possibly the hardest thing to do. You don't have to be a proud person to not get the littlest bit upset or defensive when something you worked on all day gets ripped to shreds by someone's personal opinion on it. Possibly that person isn't being particularly fair and being able to give good, constructive criticism is as much a skill as being able to take criticism. Seek the opinion of someone who's work you admire and get as much information from them as you can. If they don't like it, ask exactly what it is they don't like, if there are bits that work make sure they emphasise that. This is also true of receiving a client's opinion of your work and they won't necessarily soften the blow unlike a fellow designer. Basically, don't take it personally and you will learn from it.
2. Use your gut instinct
Now this may directly contradict the last point! You should seek the opinions of others, it is helpful but don't rely on them to the point where you become unsure of your own work and even your own opinions. Sometimes you just know when something looks good. You get that light bulb moment in your head and when you explain your idea/concept to your client or co-worker, you'll sound much more convincing.
3. How much time you have on a job
Remember in Uni when a design brief for a leaflet took about 6 weeks? Well that's not likely to happen anymore! You'll probably get the brief on Monday morning, two concepts over by Tuesday morning, typeset and client reviewed by Wednesday mid-day, amends Thursday and off to print Friday. Initially it's a scary prospect but this is an on-the-job learning process and it won't necessarily happen overnight but you will naturally get quicker at completing jobs. Jobs with such short turnaround times may not always be portfolio worthy but they will be your bread and butter so don't get hung up on it.
4. Job processes
This one could be a long one. How much did you learn about setting up a job for print? Or how to typeset a 40pp document using paragraph styles and master pages? It may have been included in one lesson where the lecturer explains that images should be 300dpi for print and colours should be converted to CMYK but unless you get round to actually sending something to print, this information may not sink in. I wish this information was drilled into my brain or fed intravenously to me. An incredible looking job can turn into a complete disaster for you and your client if something bad happens with the print process. Graphic design is equal parts creative and practical, make sure you learn properly about setting up jobs for print and learn about setting up pre-flight checklists to make your life easier. The same goes for typesetting of documents whether it be a flyer or a 100 page health and safety manual. You probably learn about the intricacies of typefaces and you might have spent quite a bit of time downloading free fonts from Dafont.com but actually learning about how to set up files in a clean, professional manner won't just be good for your sanity It will also make it easier if another designer has to work on the same file. Simple things like putting page numbers at the bottom of every page by using a master page is something that, surprisingly, is not taught very often. The hierarchy of type is another – headings, sub-headings, body copy, bullet points etc. These can be set up using paragraph styles and will definitely save you time, in case the client of that 100 page health and safety manual decides he no longer likes Helvetica as his body copy and wants you to change it all!
There are many, many other examples of job processes that I could list but I think that will belong on another article. The next point though will help you with that though.
5. Ask questions
You don't know it all. Don't act like you do either. Be humble and ask questions. If you don't have a clue about how printing works, ask a printer – they will thank you for it! In your first job or internship, don't sit there struggling through something if you don't understand it. Asking questions is actively encouraged so that you can get it right. Quite simply it's the quickest way to learn.
6. Never stop learning
Our industry is in a constant state of change, whether it be design trends, updated software or shifts from traditional print to digital. Keep your skills up to date and make sure you visit a design blog once in a while to see what's going on. Sometimes it's the simplest of things that can make the biggest difference. My colleague Dan blew my tiny brain the other day by showing me a shortcut to put multiple rectangle boxes on a page without copy and pasting madly (fyi, you drag the rectangle tool box out whilst tapping the arrow keys).
7. Teamwork
This is a bit tricky if you freelance but if you work in an agency you should try as much as possible to collaborate. Even if it's just simply asking another person's opinion, it goes a long way to making a great team which is crucial when you have a particularly busy day. You will lean on your teammates and them on you when a busy day at work almost becomes a brown trousers moment. It also means that if you ask their opinion, they will most certainly ask for yours which in turn makes you into a more respected designer and valuable co-worker.
8. Enjoy what you do
Personally I think it would be very tricky to last very long or have pieces of work which you're proud of in this industry if you don't genuinely like what you do. The hours can be long, the clients can be very trying and sometimes the briefs can be downright uninspiring, but with the bad comes the good and occasionally you'll have a great project which you've actually enjoyed. If you love what you do sometimes those stressful days just seem like another challenge to rise to and if you've got great workmates like I do, the days pass by in a flurry of laughter. Even a boring brief can be turned on it's head if you have the courage to challenge the client but none of this is possible if you don't enjoy what you do.


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