text:
KXCI to offer window on live radio at new Hotel Congress studio
Local community radio station KXCI plans to open a new broadcast studio inside Hotel Congress. Scheduled to open in the fall, the studio will give passersby the chance to see DJs conducting interviews and catch a glimpse of special shows by touring and local musicians.
The indie station has partnered with another local go-to for music, Hotel Congress, to install the studio on the north side of the building, with windows facing onto Congress Street and the hotel lobby.
The studio will offer Tucsonans a look at broadcasting that is normally unseen by listeners at home or in their cars. It will be located across the lobby from the Copper Room, in what was previously the Hive Hair Salon.
Disk jockeys with a view onto the street might be common in movies — such as Minnie Driver's character in "Grosse Point Blank" or Samuel L. Jackson's DJ Mister Señor Love Daddy in "Do the Right Thing" —but most real-world song-spinners are stuck in windowless rooms.
"I was thinking about a radio station being on the street where people could walk by and see the DJs in the booth interviewing local community members and musicians," said station Executive Director Cathy Rivers. "A true community station in the heart of the community."
Rivers said the idea has been on her mind for a few years, as she envisioned something everybody could become a part of.
"I thought that the mayor could stop by on his lunch break and play a song or two, or when one of our great local musicians walked by they could drop in and talk about a show they were playing or maybe their new record. If a dog went missing an announcement could be made," she said.
"Radio should be just as much by and about the listener and the community as the DJ in the booth," she said.
Some of the station's regular broadcasters will take their shows to the new studio, and KXCI plans to feature guest DJs, interviews and plenty of live performances. The steady flow of touring and local acts at Club Congress will furnish the studio with special on-air sets and exclusive interviews after bands perform.
One of KXCI's staples, Hannah Levin, will see many of Congress's bands on her weekday show, The Home Stretch. Before joining KXCI last year, Levin worked at independent Seattle radio station KEXP.
"Independent, locally-anchored radio has the potential to illuminate the best of what Tucson has to offer in ways that no other medium can, especially when it comes to adventurous, groundbreaking artists who may be working in the margins," Levin said.
She's most excited to reach a broader audience through visual storytelling, she said.
"We have so many wonderfully loyal, longtime listeners to be grateful for, but I really want to see us extend our reach to include a younger, diverse audience of music lovers."
The opportunities for visual storytelling don't stop with the intimate shows and the bright "On Air" sign gleaming out to passersby. KXCI is planning to incorporate more videos onto their website and expand on their current podcasts and mini shows.
Levin talked about how successful she has been in the past adding a visual element to KEXP.
"We're a visual culture now, there's no question," she said. "We did it successfully in the Northwest and I know we can do it here in the Southwest. It's a game-changer for the better."
KXCI's recent partnership with Brink Media and Wavelab Studios will prove crucial in the video aspect. Creative Tucson brought the three media organizations together in 2015 as an alternative to "existing, outdated public access television infrastructure," according to Brink's website. Rivers said the organization exists to provide media education and original content to the community.
Hotel Congress was a clear choice for the new studio with its proximity to music venues and defined place in Tucson's entertainment scene. For Congress's owner, Richard Oseran, the studio is a perfect fit.
"It really connected in many ways. KXCI wanted to have that community presence, that street presence," he said.
Soundproofing and other construction for the Congress studio are set to begin later this summer.
KXCI will continue to broadcast from its nearby home in Armory Park, which will be freed up to provide more educational opportunities for the public. According to Rivers, the goal is to provide classes year-round for adults and youth, including teaching DJ skills, public speaking and podcasts.
"I was fortunate enough to have broadcast classes, drama classes and a great debate club in my high school," said Rivers. "These courses and clubs shaped my career and my future."
"As these programs diminish in our public schools, I believe it is the responsibility of the community to make sure there are opportunities for our youth who may not fit into the traditional mold of education to find their own voice. With the power of a microphone anything is possible," she said.
Levin calls music's role in Tucson a vehicle of history telling and a reflection of the landscape.
"It can be politically galvanizing, a source of comfort or inspiration, and a soundtrack that promotes a sense of community. It can also be just pure entertainment and that's as vital as anything else to an arts-loving city. Ultimately, it has the potential to touch everything."
KXCI will host an open house at their Armory Park location, 220 S. 4th Ave., on Friday from 3-7 p.m. to answer questions about the project.


text:
Home / Section: College cartoonists
Locher Memorial Award entries due March 15
The John Locher Memorial Award for best college editorial cartoonist entry date is March 15. The winner receives a $1,000 cash prize as well as all-expense paid trip to this year's Association of American Editorial Cartoonists convention hosted in Salt Lake City, UT.
There is a $10 entry fee. Entrants must be 25 or younger and undergraduates in a college or university in Canada, the US or Mexico. Visit the AAEC website for rules and entry form.
The award was named after John Locher, the son of Dick and Mary Locher. Dick is a Pulitzer-prize-winning editorial cartoonist with the Chicago Tribune and former cartoonist for the Dick Tracy comic strip.
Community Comments
Mike Beckom
@ 7:06 am
BOO for being 25 or younger!!! What about us 'older' inkslingers who came to our senses later in life and decided to pursue our degrees then? Discrimination, I say! Age-bias!
Donald Rex Jr.
@ 11:08 am
The contest is what it is; for persons interested in editorial cartooning at a young age.
Personally I wouldn't care to go back 25 years for a prize in a contest. If you have the chops, show them, life is no less a contest my friend.
Mike Beckom
@ 11:50 am
Thanks, Donald. I have the chops….just locked out of the competition. I have a wall full of awards. I LOVE competition and despise losing. FIERCE competitor. Was just making an 'editorial comment' on the age-bias of this contest. Trust me, I've seen some of the work that's garnered national acclaim over the last few years from the college ranks…..most of it is just that…..rank….as in rancidly bad.
Donald Rex Jr.
@ 2:21 pm
Isn't it unfair for you to compete against young people who have not your years and awards? Are young people not entitled to compete fairly with peers?
Babe Ruth league players would kick 'hindparts' in little league too,
If you ignore the rules its not really competition. Get a job if you can, but don't cry that they won't let you take candy from babies please.
'Ageism'? Personaly I do not wish to avoid it, considering the alternative. No doubt Methusilah had the same complaint.X>).
mike beckom
@ 6:48 pm
wow, Donald….did I somehow manage to offend you? Such verbal venom ….and from a pizza delivery guy who refers to himself as a 'comic book shaman'. I guess you told me, huh?
My post….which, by the way, was aimed at the original post….quite correctly pointed out an obvious case of age-bais in the rules for this contest. A contest, I might add (since you apparently didn't read the original post) was designed for 'COLLEGE STUDENTS'….of which I am one. So you see, my friend, I would meet the requirements as one of their 'peers'. I AM …..ostrasized from the competition because and only because of my age.
As for your quip to me to 'get a job'….I have 3….and am taking classes to get my 4-yr degree….and am happily married and my wife and I have 5 kids. I realize that most of what I said right there is beyond your comprehension seeing as how you have neither 'a girlfriend or kids'…..but there it is. Perhaps, one of your fellow comicbook shaman pal will decipher this for you.
With that, I bid you a most fond farewell. I have other more pressing issues to tackle than to try to explain myself or my interests to you.
Donald Rex Jr.
@ 9:53 pm
I don't dislike you Mike, but I don't like namecalling. Your compaints about this contest sound just like Lance Armstrong's with bike racing…fierce competitor who makes the rules what he likes.
I'm glad you have a family, you post like a child.
Marie Rouppet
@ 5:46 pm
Too bad you have to be an undergraduate student. I'm only 24 so I meet the age requirement but I finished university two years ago. I also never bothered with my school newspaper since I didn't know we had one until my senior year and I never saw anyone actually read it.
If they're willing to waive those requirements I'd totally jump on this. On one hand, I could use $1000, but on the other I don't know how much I want to hang out in a room with a bunch of old guys.
JP Trostle
@ 7:06 pm
The Locher Award was created in memory of John Locher, who died suddenly at age 25, just as he was starting his career as a cartoonist.
It was designed to encourage young cartoonists who were serious about pursuing a career in editorial cartooning. Until recently, that meant someone who was serious about newspapers and journalism as well (hence the requirement you cared enough to get your work published in the school paper.)
This isn't just about going to some convention to collect a prize ? even when there was a viable newspaper business, breaking into this field was difficult, and the Lochers and previous winners have provided a long-running network of support to newcomers. Over a dozen past recipients are still working as editorial cartoonists today (including at least one Pulitzer Prize winner), and all cite the group of friends and family formed around the award as a key part of their success.
Marie Rouppet
@ 1:44 am
Interesting history. Unfortunately there is no editorial cartooning career to break into today so it's not something I can be serious about or take to a level beyond a casual hobby. I don't know how much value a support network of cartoonists who are struggling just to keep their own jobs could provide in this case.
Donald Rex Jr.
@ 3:20 am
'I don?t know how much value a support network of cartoonists who are struggling just to keep their own jobs could provide in this case.'
Such a support system can teach a lot and cost little. Compared to a college education that costs dearly and teaches only the importance of a paycheck.
Just because the delivery system is in flux does not negate the use or value of cartooning. Surviving as an artist is always a matter of adapting to your situation. I find doing what I choose, and what I love worth the effort. The mentoring I've received from countless artists and cartoonists since high school, say 1975, was critical to becoming an accomplished artist and human being.
Marie, you are already plugged into basic options with your tumblr posts, and I like your work very much. Right now an artist has to make her own breaks. Check out Monica Gallahger for many ideas here-http://eatyourlipstick.com/?utm_source=Comic+Orderers&utm_campaign=cb9e8264ee-Voila_New_Website8_22_2012&utm_medium=email.
Donald Rex Jr.
@ 3:22 am
sorry-link challenged.
Sorry, the comment form is closed at this time.

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Age 36, American Actress Simone Missick Since Married to Husband Dorian Missick Since 2012; How Did The Couple First Met?
The bold actress, Simone Missick is married to Doran Missick for a long time now. She has starred in several movies. Let's know about the incredible actress so far.
Hollywood is one of the finest places which has made people coming from different background walk towards equality. The emerging star who is walking in the path of acting and is loved for her skills and beauty is none other than Simone Missick who is known for her lead role in the movie Luke Cage.
The actress married her fellow actor Dorian Missick and is living a blissful life. The interesting story about the couple is how they started dating. Her fans are willing to know how and where everything started between the couple. So we are here today to share some information about the couple.
Actress Simone Missick Is Long-Time Married To Dorian Missick; How It All Began
Simone Missick born Simone Cook is an American actress best known for her role in Luke Cage as Detective Misty Knight, The Defenders, and Iron Fist.
Working as an actress is a difficult work to do, but having a partner who works in the same field and understands the pressure and demands is a great advantage.
She married fellow actor, Dorian Missick who is a well-established actor and is well known for appearing in the movies like Lucky Number Slevin and Southland.
The pair first met at an audition in LA where Dorian's friend was the producer and Dorian was the director of the audition. Dorian's friend invited Simone to a party hosted at Dorian's house where he was Djing the whole thing.
The pair talked the whole time and surprisingly, next day was the valentines day and Dorian invited Simone over to dinner. The pair did not start dating right then as they both were in a relationship with their respective partners.
Simone said in an interview that one day Dorian suddenly came to her house and started acting weird. He said,
" I think I have to break things off with my girlfriend because I'm falling in love with you"
She even said that the most enduring part was he was really sad and even started crying. The pair then started dating and got engaged after about 9 months of being together. The couple tied the knot in February 2012. They share no children as they are still focused on their career.
Simone Missick Career:
Simone had a keen interest in acting when she was young. Anyone who has seen Simone's acting skill would know how incredible actress she is. Her passion for acting emerged while she was studying theatre at Howard University.
Graduating from the university in 2003, she started her career right then starring in the movie, The Epicureans. She then started her career in the Hollywood industry pretty well starring in several movies like A Taste of Romance, Black Card and several others.
Not only movies, her acting was so good that producers even offered her roles in series like Ray Donovan in 2014, Scandal in 2015, The Defenders and Iron Fist.
The talented actress has been in the acting business for a long time now and is rising in the industry for her talent and beauty.
Simone Missick: Quick Facts
- She was born on February 19, 1980.
- She was born in Detroit, Michigan.
- She studied English at Howard University where she found her love for acting.
- She was the captain of her basketball team in high school.
- She studied at the British American Drama Academy in Oxford.
- She appeared in the TV commercials of 3 Musketeers and Honda.
- She is a trained classical violinist.
- Her birth sign is Pisces.


text:
£1.5 million fund to help the Gurkha community settle in the UK
Deputy Prime Minister, Nick Clegg, and Communities and Local Government Secretary Eric Pickles today (15 November 2011) announced £1.5m of additional…
Deputy Prime Minister, Nick Clegg, and Communities and Local Government Secretary Eric Pickles today (15 November 2011) announced £1.5m of additional Government funding to support the successful integration of retired Gurkha soldiers and their dependants, who having served in the British Army, now wish to apply for settlement in the UK.
A fund of £1.5m - to be paid over two years - will help ease the exceptional pressures on Rushmoor Borough Council, Hampshire which has seen a large number of Gurkha ex-servicemen and their dependents arrive in the towns of Aldershot and Farnborough over a relatively short period of time. The recent arrivals include a high proportion of children and elderly Nepalese nationals which has placed a recognised strain on local social, health and education services.
The £1.5m fund over two years will be used to:
- address the immediate resource pressures on Rushmoor Borough Council and provide a source of funding for managing further pressures over the next two years and;
- support other local authorities with large numbers of retired Gurkhas to manage future integration of retired veterans and their families who wish to take up their settlement rights.
The Government will now work with the Gurkha Welfare Trust, other service organisations and charities, relevant local authorities with existing Gurkha populations, the Gurkha Settlement Office in Nepal to see how we can use the fund most effectively to encourage more manageable future migration and integration.
Deputy Prime Minister, Nick Clegg, said:
I was proud to be a part of the hard fought campaign for equal rights and citizenship for Gurkhas. But honouring the bravery of the Gurkhas, who have served this country's armed forces for almost 200 years, doesn't end there. This fund is a vital part of ensuring that their families are welcomed and supported in communities so they can live with the respect that they deserve.
Eric Pickles said:
These brave British army veterans have given our country loyal service over many years. It is their bravery that has helped protect our way of life and our traditions and it is right that their dedication is honoured.
Many of these ex-servicemen and their families have been proud to call this country their home and we too are proud of the strong ties that have been established between the ex-Gurkhas, their families and their wider communities. We are determined that if they chose to settle in the UK to see that they and their families are treated with dignity and respect and are made to feel welcome.
Note to editors
- Parliament has decided that retired Gurkhas who served between 1948 and 1997 would be able to apply to settle in the UK with their families.
- The funding of £1.5m fund over two years has been agreed between Communities and Local Government, Ministry of Defence and the Home Office. Each department will contribute £500,000.
- Rushmoor Borough Council have estimated between 6,000 and 12,000 people of Nepalese origin live in the area; the official population of the council area is just over 90,000. This group has an unusual demographic, with large proportions of older people and children. This has increased pressure on social, health and education services (over 7 per cent of school children have Nepali as their first language).
- There remain approximately 25,000 retired Gurkhas eligible to apply for settlement in the UK.
Keep up to date with the Department by following us on Twitter (external link).
Media enquiries
Visit our newsroom contacts page for media enquiry contact details.


text:
The paintings or prints that you hang inside a room can significantly alter the mood inside. TeoJasmin is a French company who has got some impressive art works in their collection.
A picture hung on an otherwise empty wall often looks disconnected. It always produces a better visual appeal when a picture is hung above a sofa, table, fireplace or any other piece of furniture that will help visually anchor it.
Large painting or posters can command a blank wall.
For more tips and inspiration on hanging pictures, take a look at our post on 10 Amazing Paintings and Prints.


text:
Diamond Manager
Welcome to the number 1 agency of the hot girls! Only here you will find the most beautiful girls from all over the world who have a natural appearance without plastic and silicone! All our girls are 100% real ! Our girls are ready to satisfy all your sexual desires! And also only we have the best price for you dear men! We are waiting for your messages 7/24 Your service
Elite Escort
We are one of the nice and best escort agency in Turkey. Working many years and working only with really escort models. Luxury ecort service in Turkey for you! FOR MEET :ONLY OUTCALL FOR BOOK: ONLY WHATSAPP WORK TIME: 16. 00-4. 00 BOOK TIME: 13. 00-00. 00
Welcome to our page, We have the best and young girls for you. . Your pleasures are our concern and we will offer you in full trust and efficiency. . Hit us up for some ebony good looking and fun to be with girls. . A trial will convince you. Very affordable and comfortable ?. .
Turkey Princess
Hello Dear Gentelmen. . . Thank you for visiting our page. . . Our Models to ensure you will receive the top quality service. . . LUXURY SERVICE: We can arrange an encounter that reflects your wildest fantasies with the model of your dreams. PRIVACY: ALL OF OUR SERVICES ARE DISCREET AND YOUR TIME SPENT WITH OUR EXCLUSIVE ESCORTS WILL BE KEPT IN PRIVATE.
Escort Young Girls
Our High-Class Escort Service has mission to make romantic adventures with stylish and sophisticated Young Escort Girls possible for you.
Our escort girls are the finest models from all over the world. Gorgeous Slavic beauties, exotic babes, Asian hotties work here for your pleasure. Pick an escort in Istanbul from our catalog and meet her immediately – it's easy and confidential. Finding an istanbul escorts in Turkey for your taste has never been easier! Every model on our site has her professional photos uploaded, so you ...
Istanbul escorts
Welcome to Istanbul Escorts Agency, text whatsapp, Our helpful and polite receptionists are available from 24/7 till late to assist you to find exactly the right girl for you. All our girls love their work and will never rush you, so why not pick up the phone now;text whatsapp FULL Service: ANAL , COME IN MOUTH, COME ON BODY, MASSAGE, Mistress, ALL SEX POSITION website : whatsapp: +96181982474 ...
Elfinas Ajansı'na hoş geldiniz, whatsapp mesajı, Yardımsever ve açılışist tam olarak boy için kızımız, yardımcı olmak için 7/24 geç saat kadar hizmetinizdedir. Bütün kızlarımız gelmeyecek ve seni asla erkenden küçükler, erken yaşta açmsın; kısa mesaj whatsapp TAM Hizmet: ANAL , AĞIZDAN GEL, VÜCUTTA GEL, MASAJ, Metres, TÜM ...
Moscow is the capital, and therefore escort services are something in high demand here. Such a service is top-rated among those men who are used to living life to the fullest. Our elite Moscow escort agency can offer much more than just sex or a beautiful woman hanging the man around since escort reflects the social status of a man.
Welcome to the ultimate VIP lifestyle and escort agency in Turkey. Just want to experience the ultimate VIP lifestyle for a day, our agency can cater to your every possible need. VIP escorts and models, luxury transportation, private jet arrangements, the hottest nightclubs and restaurants. . . . . . everything that you desire. Start experiencing the ultimate VIP lifestyle with a VIP escort on ...
Turkey Escort Agency
We invite beautiful girls to work in Istanbul. Excellent conditions, higher wages, privacy, security, personal approach, visa support. Knowledge of foreign languages and experience welcome.
Molly Escorts
Molly Escorts is committed to the highest levels of professional service, providing you with only the very best incall and outcall female escorts in Istanbul. We and our Istanbul escorts will always do our best to fulfil requests. We offer a first-class, honest and friendly escort service:) We guarantee that all photos of our istanbul escorts and GFE girlfriends are recent and 100% genuine. All ...
Rolls Royce Agency
We are one of the finest escort agencies in Istanbul that offer a variety of hotel escorts, erotic massages, tour guide escorts, corporate companions, and various outcall services in Istanbul and other cities in the Turkey.
Sweety girls
About us We are young agency with good reputation number one source for high end escorts, companions and reliable, convenient and predictable in call visits & locations. We pride ourselves on having an amazing staff that thousands count on and visit on a regular basis. Sweet girls believes in a quality over quantity approach, not just anyone receives the our agency badge of approval as ...
Secret Angels
Welcome to our escort agency, the place, where your tour of erotic dreams begins. If you are looking for sexy, beautiful and clever woman, you come to the right page. All our girls are carefully selected by us, not only for their looks but also for their sophistication, intelligence and attitude to their work. Although the joyfullness is mostly yours, the girls love what they do, and will do ...
We are the best escort agency in Turkey and Malta Working many years and working only with really hot escort girls. Luxury escort service in Turkey and Malta for you!
The place where you can find your gorgeous girlfriend and spend time with her.
Lovely Agency
Hello. We are the Lovely Agency, we have only VIP girls and they are always 100% verified (we never use fake photos) Our working location: Turkey, Istanbul. We have great offers for you and for your friends. We will be happy to see you in our Lovely Agency. . See you soon, kisses^^
Escort enjoy istanbul
Hello guys it's big escort agency in turkey istanbul If you want to find beauty escort girls in istanbul please join us on WhatsApp or our website Thanks
Istanbul Kamelya Models
Best Escort Agency in Istanbul, Turkey. Plenty models for any dreams that our clients prefer. Our girls are young and very beautiful. Contact us for more details +37253193939
Cat agency
the hottest and most sexy girls of our agency are waiting to meet you dear men. Text in WhatsApp,I will send you the must beautiful sexy girls.
Indian escorts in Istanbul Turkey (01169645548) Independent Indian escorts in Istanbul Turkey (01169645548) Indian call girls in Istanbul Turkey (01169645548) My name is Neha Kaur Roy Indian Escorts in Turkey Istanbul and I am a standout amongst the most unrivaled escorts in Turkey Istanbul serving the men who are confronting supreme bluntness and weariness in their lives. I generally go past ...
Lux Models
Your perfect companion for any occasion! L U X M O D E L S Fast book by WhatsApp/Viber/Telegram
European escorts are passionate girls devoted to quality adult entertainment. All escort agencies in the city have a number of European escorts with them. These include beautiful Czech girls, charming Latvian beauties, gorgeous French escorts, stunning German blondes, and cute girls from many other Eastern European countries. All European escorts have extremely striking features. They have a ...
Our agency provides special services for our VIP clients. We guarantee your perfect date with our top-notch escorts, a unique experience that will always meet absolutely all your expectations. Spend a romantic date with our ladies in a trendy restaurant or a sensual evening in a hotel room and you will always be satisfied. Our luxury companions are stylish and decent ladies who feel comfortable ...
Madame Adler
My name is Madame Adler and we provide VIP concierge service without limits. We guarentee your confidentiality. 24/7 on the phone. +380634306134 whatsapp,viber, telegram Madam Adler olarak VIP servisimiz kapsamında her türlü concierge servisinizi, sınırsız olarak karşılıyoruz. Gizliliğinizi garanti ederiz. Bize telefon ile 7/24 ulaşabilirsiniz. +380634306134 whatsapp,viber, telegram
Agency Cat
Hello Gentlemen. We are a Cat agency. You will not find a better escort agency in Turkey than we have. Our girls will surprise you with all the shades of beauty. Looking at your needs, we will pick the perfect girl for you. We work to meet your expectations. . . Dear gentelmen! Be a real men! Don't bargain, please! whatsapp +380664269018 WORKING DAYS FROM MONDAY TO SATURDAY INCLUSIVE. WORKING ...
Sweet Candy
Dear guest, we are the best agency in Turkey "SWEET CANDY" We have selected for you the most beautiful and sexy girls from different parts of the world. We use only real girls, we value your opinion, and an impeccable reputation. All our ladies love sex ! They don't do it like work. They really love it! They are professionals in their field ! Trust us, we know how to make you happy and we ...
GinaFox Agency
Greetings, in our agency you will find only premium girls who will keep you company. Waiting for you XOXO
Vip Escort Luxury Relax Istanbul
ViP Escort - Luxury Relax Istanbul CONTACT THE OVERALL CHARMING LADIES WHICH ARE GOING TO SPEND A LOVELY TIME WITH YOU - MEET OUR HOT SEXY BUNNIES We are allowed to introduce and present upscale and sensual escort models to you in our escort agency LUXURY RELAX ISTANBUL. Because we fulfill your wishes and fantasies that you only know from dreams. Immerse yourself in a realm full of tingling ...
DİAMOND GİRLS We are one of the nice and best escort agency in Turkey. Working many years and working only with really hot escort girls. Luxury ecort service in Turkey for you! FOR MEET :İNCALL OR OUTCALL FOR BOOK: ONLY WHATSAPP WORK TIME: 24/7 BOOK TIME: 24/7 WhatApp: +79194216797 +905469636531 +79194292627
Escort Istanbul
hi we have sexy girls in istanbul, Turkey you can text whatsapp or call, SMS. 24/7 escorts service, we have best Models waiting your calls outcall + incall. FAST DELEVERY. FULL Service: ANAL , COME IN MOUTH, COME ON BODY, MASSAGE, Mistress, ALL SEX POSITIONwebsite : number : +905441193544 WHATSAPP
Real Agency
REAL AGENCY for real men. To much agencies use fake photos girls. For us important reputation. We use only real photos. On web site not profile all our girls. Write me in whatsapp and i will send yo all catalog ;)
I welcome you gentlemen, we are pleased to offer you our most fresh berries that will deliver you an unearthly bliss ❣❣❣
Istanbul's hot and genial young lady from Escorts Istanbul, we offered escort benefit from our hot, exotic, mind blowing. . .
Escort agencies for paid sex datinh with escorts in Mugla who offer VIP escorts. This escort guide features escort agencies which provide escorts in Mugla. The escorts work in these agencies, as independent escorts or in local strip clubs, dancing clubs, brothels, lap-dance bars, massage parlors and cabarets in Mugla. You may also want to use their VIP escort service, because the selected escorts of these escort agencies work incall and outcall. These VIP escorts can be invited to a hotel room or you can reach them in their location. Would you like to meet someone who can make sure you have all the fun in the world? If so, you have reached the right escort guide. From the hottest and sexiest to the wild and extravagant, these escort agencies are covering all types of escorts you could possibly wish to spend your time with. It's our goal to list on this escort guide the best escort agencies who offer VIP escort services that can be trusted and relied upon to offer a comforting and hot experience for everyone. This escort guide can help you to cover any difficulty or challenge in finding the right escort agency in Mugla. Let yourself be spoiled by their VIP escort escorts, whether you want to hire an escort in Mugla or in a small village. This trusted escort guide lists the best escort agencies in all cities in Mugla. Take a look at their profile and you will find immediately an escort agency near your location. The escorts are carefully selected by the escort agency staff. They are experts at making sure that their clients will have a VIP escort service.


text:
The Appropriate Libertarian Response to the Refugee Crisis
Like immigration and abortion, libertarians have a different opinions on what the proper response to accepting refugees from Syria are. Before answering, we should look at these factors:
The Welfare State
As far as we know, any refugees that are taken in can receive welfare benefits (housing, medical care, public "education" etc). As libertarians, we know that the welfare state in it's current form is evil. It's a system built on theft and force with the threat of being locked in a government cage if one refuses to pay into the system. Adding more people to this system will only result in the state forcibly confiscating more of our hard earned labor in order to keep up with the increased burden on it.
Private Property
While nothing has been stated by either the mainstream media or alternative media outlets, let's not be fooled that with the state importing people, we have a good chance of seeing private property rights being violated. What if lands and public housing project which are designated to house the refugees all of a sudden become full for whatever reason, and then the government starts going after people who have large amounts of land (such as farmers)? As a rule, libertarians don't put anything past government and what they may or may not do. It's completely believable that governments would threaten land owners into accepting refugees on their land. Also, not just farmers, but people who own apartment complexes and buildings could be told that they have to accept refugees at whatever rate that the government thinks is "fair".
Additionally, the government's import of refugees is itself an infringement on private property. They will steal our money to import these refugees, and then again force us to pay for their accommodations. This is not immigration, it is central planning.
Based on these two issues alone, any libertarian in good faith can't be for the state importing massive amounts of people at a fast rate. Even if the state says it's being humanitarian, we all know that anything that the state does has an underlining purpose from what they say upfront. However, it's not to say that libertarians should be against people who wish to sponsor refugees with their own resources. That's perfectly within libertarian philosophy and should be encouraged instead of a massive all at once importation. It actually somewhat surprises me that even the MSM isn't even suggesting that this is even an option.
Some may be reading this and say that this is no different than what conservatives are saying. I would say yes, but it's not just the massive government sponsored importation of refugees that libertarians should be against. In addition to this, we as a movement should be highlighting on our blogs, podcasts, and YouTube videos that this crisis is the result of years of meddling in the Middle East. It should be highlighted that once again, Ron Paul was right. As horrible as it sounds, Iraq, Syria and Libya were much more stable when Saddam, Gaddafi, and Assad were in charge. Yes all three of these countries were socialist hell holes, but the religious and ethnic strife wasn't there, since all three leaders stressed nationalism over religion/ethnicity, and believe it or not, Islamists weren't tolerated in those countries. When Islamists attempted to set up shop, they were regularly jailed and executed. With these leaders gone, the fringe hate groups took over these countries while the peaceful people fled or got killed. Conservatives don't want to acknowledge this, and unfortunately their solution is just to continue bombing these countries like the government has been doing since 2003. The warfare state created the instability, but it's not going to fix it. It will only make it worse.
This article was submitted by Bill and first appeared on his blog Cynical In New York


text:
Spring and summer are typically a hot time in the housing market. But if you're flexible and looking to rent, shifting your search to cooler months can help you score a deal.
A recent study from apartment listing site RentHop found that renters could potentially save hundreds of dollars a year by timing their apartment search. The data showed that the cheapest months to rent tended to be between December and March, whereas the most expensive fell between May and October.
RentHop looked at trends in 10 major cities across the U.S. The average prices of one- and two-bedroom apartments each month were compared to find seasonal cost differences.
The seasonal price differences for one-bedroom apartments ranged from 4% to 5.4%, and for two-bedroom apartments, from 2.3% to 5.8%. Potential savings varied widely by city, neighborhood and apartment size.
Another new analysis from listing site StreetEasy found similar seasonal differences for the New York City housing market. With units lingering in the winter, landlords are more willing to negotiate in order to get rid of the leftover inventory — leading to a higher number of discounts, said Nancy Wu, an economic analyst for StreetEasy.
The trend of summer demand isn't limited to big cities, either, said Lawrence Zhou, a data scientist from RentHop. People throughout the country tend to search for apartments more frequently in the summer, he said.
While that increased demand for apartments typically leads to higher prices, there can also be more supply in summer months. Because most apartments turn over in the summer, a renter will have more options, said Zhou.
StreetEasy's Wu agreed, pointing out that summer renters in New York City have access to nearly 6,000 more units than winter renters. Although a summer renter may be paying a bit more, it could be easier to find an apartment suited to his or her specific needs.
Capitalizing on the idea of winter rent discounts may be easier for flexible first-time renters or those with month-to-month arrangements. But switching to a winter rental cycle could prove to be a costly annoyance for those already locked into a long-term lease agreement.
Leaving before your current lease is up requires finding a way to break that lease. Depending on the terms of the agreement and the landlord's flexibility, that could mean paying a few extra months' rent or continuing to pay fees until a new tenant moves in. Experts say it's important to get any agreement in writing.
Keep those potential hurdles in mind when you're calculating whether the seasonal rent difference in your city could pay off.
"Renters with leases ending in the winter may save only between $10 and $30 per month on their next apartment," Wu said. "For many, this is likely not enough to financially justify terminating a lease [early] in the winter based on prices alone."
And you may not be able to keep up with that winter cycle.
"Landlords may offer more concessions to sign an 18-month rather than a 12-month lease in the winter, in the hope of putting the unit back on the market during the busier season," she said.
© CNBC is a USA TODAY content partner offering financial news and commentary. Its content is produced independently of USA TODAY.


text:
First, take a look at what our goals were for 2013 and 2012 {and the progress we've made in RED}:
Our 2013 Sustainability Efforts:
- Get more rain barrels! We completed this: Check it out.
- Continue cooking mostly outdoors on our grill or over our fire pit. One thing I would like to try is making my own brick oven. We do cook on our grill a ton, even in the winter. We have not made a brick oven in the backyard. Yet.
- Continue to cut our electric and natural gas consumption at home. Our electric service is still set to Time-of-Day billing, where we only pay a 40% rate for energy we use during off-peak hours (9 p.m. to 7 a.m.) and on weekends. I need to look up stats for this ASAP! I know we've been conscious of our energy consumption, so I'm sure we've had some major savings.
- I continue to carpool three days a week with two co-workers. I no longer work 50 minutes away from my home! I do carpool to blogging events and family functions out of town.
- Triple the area of our garden. We doubled it last year.
Our summer 2012 Sustainability Efforts
- Look into blown-in insulation for the walls of our house. It will cost about $700, and might be a priority in 2014.
- Begin experimenting with making bio-diesel fuel. John still hasn't done this, although he'd love to. He's been traveling a lot.
- I want to add a compost bin. DONE! I scored a deal on Craigslist and I'm a composting fool!
- I want to add three more raised beds of the same size. Done in 2013.
Ok. Now that you know what's on the table, and what we strove to accomplish (or put on the back burner) for the past two years, here are some of our new goals:
Our 2014 Sustainability Goals
- Add expansive edible landscaping in the front yard. Think: small berry bushes, herbs, and container gardening.
- Landscape an entertainment area in the backyard using repurposed materials we currently have. If possible, add a brick oven to this area.
- Landscape around the chicken coop and run in the backyard using repurposed materials.
- Put up more garden produce in 2014, including learning to pressure can.
- Sell surplus garden produce, and possibly eggs. Find a niche in our area.
- Completely install the cast iron woodstove in John's garage before winter.
- Find and install an alternative heat source for the house before winter (pellet stove, wood stove, etc.).
What are some of your sustainability, self-sufficiency goals for 2014?


text:
|RunUntilSold.com (Motorcycle section) Sub Categories
Categories > Suzuki - StreetBikes For Sale
|Suzuki Street Bike Motorcycle For Sale 0cc to 600cc (15)
|Suzuki Street Bike Motorcycle For Sale 601cc and Up (20)
All Rights Reserved.
1997 - 2013
Privacy Policy
|RunUntilSold.com (Motorcycle section) is a Motorcycle for sale and parts classifieds and its intended use is for private party owners and motorcycle dealers. No part of RunUntilSold.com (Motorcycle section) may be reproduced in anyway, or by any means, without the prior written permission of RunUntilSold.com Use of any index or listing Software for the purpose of constructing a mailing list, creating promotional materials or producing a printed or electronic catalog or images of any kind is expressly forbidden.


text:
Over the past four weeks I have been trying out some products from a brand I personally had never heard of before. Always intrigued by any products which can help me look after myself both inside and out, I was really excited to see what Viridian could do for me, my skin and my body and was ready to give some products a thorough test. The three products I have been trying; beauty oil, beauty complex and nail and cuticle oil, have been tried and tested for four weeks and I finally feel like I know enough about the products, how they have worked for me and whether I would recommend them, to share them with you in a new post feature 'Brand spotlight'.
So what is Viridian?
Viridian has been around since 1999 and I'm happy to say they are a UK founded and based brand**. A natural brand, Viridian was founded by quite the natural ambassador, Cheryl Thallon who has a long and successful history of working in the industry. It's Thallon's extensive experience and knowledge of the organic and natural industry which spurred her on to create Viridian. Viridian revolves around three main principles; purity, environment and charity. Viridian products include beauty supplements, such as the Beauty Oil and Beauty Complex, and beauty products such as the Hand and Nail Oil as well as a whole host of other products which are made with your body and minds best interests at heart.
I'm pretty addicted to nail and cuticle oils, creams and butters. I had actually run out of any oils and was relying on my much loved Burt's Bees Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream, so I was really happy to be able to give the Viridian Nail and Cuticle Oil a go. From the Ultimate Beauty range, this little bottle of oil has quickly become a staple in my hand and nail care routines on a daily basis. I just love it! Cuticle oils work to strengthen the nail and cuticle area, whilst also moisturising, supporting nail growth and generally keeping your mitts in soft, beautiful condition. I find applying this super therapeutic and I don't know why... maybe it's the scent? It has ingredients of so many essential oils you'd think it would turn you into an essential oil, but the scent for me isn't the usual aromatic essential oil scent. There's definitely hints of the top ingredient, organic jojoba oil, but do you know what this really smells like to me? Candyfloss. That's right, candyfloss. Performance wise I have found this almost good enough to eat cuticle oil has worked pretty darn well. My cuticles are moisturised, tidy and non of that raggerdy (yes, I just made up a word) look to them. My nails have shot up in growth since using this, and I can tell because I had gel nails done a week ago and already have half a cm growth from the cuticle! It's not messy like a lot of cuticle oils I've tried, either. Overall, a pretty good product in my eyes and the thing I love most about oils is that they last, and last, and last. This adorable 12ml bottle costs just £12.95 on the Viridian website, but I can guarantee you it'll last me at least 12 months.
I've also been trying out the Viridian Beauty Oil and the Viridian Beauty Complex, both from the Ultimate Beauty range. I take quite a few supplements on a daily basis, trying to give my body what it might be lacking or might need more of. So I'm no stranger to popping things in my body in the hopes that it does something wonderful. But beauty supplements, now they are a supplement I have never yet seen any results from to make me believe they work. I'll be honest - I started taking the Beauty Complex solid capsule supplements the day I got them. But the Beauty Oil took me a week or so to start using. I just wasn't used to that kind of supplement. The Beauty Oil gives you a balanced and rich source of fatty acids which are good for a healthy and happy body. It also has some pretty potent antioxidants such as Vitamin E. There's loads of different ways you can use this. You can add it to smoothies, salad dressings, lightly added on top of food in place of olive oils or simply take it as it is. I don't really care for the scent of this so popping it straight in my mouth as is wasn't really an option I wanted to take. So I've been adding this on top of salads. Have I noticed a difference? Not really... I have noticed quite big differences actually to my skin, nails, hair and general well being, but I think that's down to the Beauty Complex capsules. Again, not keen on the scent. A real earthy, muddy scent protrudes from these capsules but swallowed down with my usual daily vitamins and supplements and I'm set to go. After a good month of trialing them I can honestly say that yes, I really do think they work. Whereas with the Beauty Oil I just really can't say, the capsules have been taken daily for a good four weeks and in that time my skin has looked clearer and brighter, my nails and cuticles (of course with the added help from the hand and nail cuticle oil) have been stronger and in better shape and my hair? Lately my hair has been blooming marvellous. It actually makes me quite happy. So although I personally wouldn't repurchase the Beauty Oil which you can find on the Viridian website for 200 for £9.50 or 500ml for £19.66, I would definitely repurchase the Beauty Complex. The Beauty Complex comes in three sizes, 30 capsules for £9.50, 60 capsules for £15.90 and 120 capsules for £24.95, all of which can be found on the Viridian website. I can't wait to pick up another bottle of these, as I ran out a few days ago and have already seen a difference. I need these back in my life, pronto.
Don't forget you can follow me on
*This post contains PR samples.


text:
Resistance to stopping can be overcome, for safety's sake
–Constable Tim Schewe
I had an interesting conversation with @itsjim84 on Twitter this morning about the case law article I posted this week on driving over painted traffic islands. He observed that in the case of a left turn queue that had extended past the left turn bay due to insufficient length it was better to be stopped on the painted island instead of in the through lane. Stopping on the island would preclude being hit from behind by through traffic and allow traffic to flow.
It would also cut down on the number of drivers who would drive over the cycle lane on the right in order to get by stopped traffic.
@itsjim84's example was the intersection of the Fraser Highway and Lefeuver Road in Abbotsford (below).
From the look of the worn painted diagonals in the island many drivers share his concern.
This intersection has seen 101 collisions between 2011 and 2015 according to ICBC. 53 of those crashes involved casualties. Unfortunately, we are not able to see the contributing factors for these incidents to determine if the left turn bay is a major contributor or not.
I suggested that we tend to think of our own convenience instead of the convenience of others. Since it is improper to drive on or over the island (see page 40 of Learn to Drive Smart) one might choose to continue on to the next opportunity to turn left when the turn bay was full instead of fouling the through lane.
@itsjim84 responded that not blocking a single lane highway during rush hour because the municipality hasn't provided a sufficient turn queue is about not being inconvenient to others. The only other streets to turn on are residential streets, not arterials.
Perhaps it all comes down to expectations.
Many drivers feel that nothing should get in the way of arriving at their destination in the shortest possible time with the least amount of inconvenience. Must Not Stop.
Faced with inconvenience, some of these drivers will do whatever it takes to keep going whether it is legal or not. Sadly, part of this group have no idea that things they do are illegal. Worse still, those that do know will disobey though choice. I'm important, you are not.
Throw in a driver or two who want to follow the rules as they are currently written and where do we end up? Confused, and confusion causes problems. Reference the numbers above for this intersection and our provincial crash rates.
We'll never reach the utopia of having as much pavement and as little other traffic as we want. Laws will lag behind current realities but unless there is a legal justification for disobeying, we must follow them or face consequences.
Even though we don't like to, sometimes we must expect to stop.
Constable Tim Schewe (Retired)
DriveSmartBC: Where better than average drivers satisfy their curiosity.
Sign up for the weekly newsletter!
- DriveSmartBC: Driving on the Shoulder
- DriveSmartBC: Reporting commercial transport traffic violations
- DriveSmartBC: Producing Your Driver's Licence
- DriveSmartBC: Speed from skidmarks at a collision scene
- DriveSmartBC: Glaring fog lamps
- DriveSmartBC: Driving with vision obstructed
- DriveSmartBC: Maintaining Proper Lane Position
- DriveSmartBC: The armpit belt
- DriveSmartBC: Back to School 2019
- DriveSmartBC: Settling a debate about impeding traffic
- DriveSmartBC: Pavement Marking in Progress
- DriveSmartBC: Think Ahead!
- DriveSmartBC: Should I Signal?
- DriveSmartBC: When emergency vehicles can violate traffic rules
- DriveSmartBC: Turning Right in Sechelt
- DriveSmartBC: RCMP advanced driver training taught the four corners of the car
- Distracted Driving Laws in B.C.
- DriveSmartBC: "Spring Cleaning" for your trailer's surge brakes
- DriveSmartBC: The Wisdom of Google
- DriveSmartBC: Please, Not So Close!
- DriveSmartBC: The ICBC "Dumpster Fire"
- DriveSmartBC: Intersection watch, stop sign refresher
- DriveSmartBC: Things that go bump in the parking lot
- DriveSmartBC: Problems with deferred maintenance
- DriveSmartBC: Fear of police retaliation
- DriveSmartBC: Taking cyclists seriously
- Car owner tip: Refer to your owner's manual
- DriveSmart: Exit not required, you can stay an "N" drivers forever!
- Resistance to stopping can be overcome, for safety's sake
- DriveSmart: Why didn't the pedestrian cross the road?


text:
AFL-CIO HIT Appoints Ted Chandler As Managing Director Of $2 Billion Program To Renovate Housing, Sp
Congratulations to our HCS Governing Board Member, Ted Chandler!
WASHINGTON, Feb. 3, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The AFL-CIO Housing Investment Trust (HIT) is proud to announce the appointment of Theodore S. Chandler as Managing Director of Midwest@Work, a bold initiative aiming to spur economic development, build and renovate housing and increase union jobs across the industrial Midwest, with a focus on nine cities from Minneapolis/St. Paul to Buffalo, bringing new life and hope to America's urban communities.
Mr. Chandler is the Chief Operating Officer of the HIT and brings 30 years of experience in housing finance and community development to the additional role of Managing Director of Midwest@Work. Previous to joining the HIT, Mr. Chandler was responsible for managing relationships with national mortgage banking customers as the Vice President of Marketing for Fannie Mae's Western Regional Office in Pasadena, CA. Also, at Fannie Mae he served as Vice President of Housing and Community Development for the western United States. At the Boston Redevelopment Authority, Mr. Chandler served as Chief Executive and Chief of Staff. Mr. Chandler has been instrumental in launching many of HIT's community investment initiatives.
"I'm excited to lead the Midwest@Work Investment Strategy project as its Managing Director and look forward to making investments that will facilitate community and economic development across the Midwest," Mr. Chandler said. "The HIT plans to oversee programs that contribute to a significant boost in local economies while creating thousands of union jobs. I'm thankful for this incredible opportunity to make a difference in communities and the lives of working families."
HIT CEO Stephen Coyle said that Mr. Chandler brings to Midwest@Work "a tremendous amount of housing finance and community development experience as well as enthusiasm for combating poverty in America's urban communities. We are pleased that he has taken on this additional responsibility as the Managing Director of Midwest@Work, and look forward to his taking the lead on development projects that will result in the revitalization of Midwest cities."
HIT Chairman Richard Ravitch said the MidWest@Work Investment Strategy initiative is designed to help tens of thousands of families across its footprint, states that border the Great Lakes, from Upstate New York to Minnesota. "Its focus will be on nine cities – Minneapolis, Saint Paul, Milwaukee, St. Louis, Detroit, Columbus, Cleveland, Pittsburgh, and Buffalo," he said, noting that the initiative will have a tremendous impact on working families and their communities.
The HIT, a labor-friendly, fixed-income investment company, seeks to invest more than $1 billion in 90 projects over the next seven years. Other sources and partners are expected to add $900 million in capital, bringing the total investment to over $2 billion. The total economic impact of these projects is estimated at $3.8 billion.
The MidWest@Work initiative could result in more than 25,000 total new jobs, of which 9,700 would be union construction jobs. To further benefit the communities, the projects are expected to provide $1.4 billion in income paid to local residents in the MidWest@Work footprint, and the total local, state and federal tax revenue generated are estimated at nearly $400 million.
MidWest@Work Investment Strategy has three components:
$1 billion for the development of an estimated 60 multifamily workforce housing projects
$157 million to finance the repair and restoration of more than 1,000 homes in five cities under the Union Home Repair Program
$100 million in in pre-development and bridge loans to fund 25 housing and/or commercial transactions through the Economic Development Fund, a managed client account of HIT's new subsidiary investment adviser, HIT Advisers.
The HIT created the MidWest@Work Investment Strategy, in part, to address problems that have been accelerating the decline of cities in the Midwest. The disinvestment in urban neighborhoods contributes to a lack of decent affordable housing, while the migration of residents from neighborhoods leads to abandoned housing and blight. And even when residents, city officials and community organizations have wanted to invest in the housing stock in these neighborhoods, there has been a shortage of capital available from traditional funding mechanisms.
The initiative proposes new approaches to address many of these reoccurring issues caused by the Midwest's sharp economic decline, which parallels the decline in manufacturing output, union jobs and collective bargaining in the region since the 1970s. This decline has been marked by falling population, particularly in manufacturing cities, and an increase in poverty and people working in low paying jobs.
Laying the groundwork for the MidWest@Work Investment Strategy, the HIT in November 2015 launched a $30 million Detroit Neighborhood Home Repair Program, a partnership with leading civic and community organizations that is renovating up to 225 single-family homes and properties that have faced decades of blight. The HIT is partnering with a number of public, city and community organizations to make the program a success, including the City of Detroit, Southwest Housing Solutions, Building Detroit Futures, Michigan Building Trades and IFF, a Midwest-based CDFI.
"We saw the success of the program in Detroit, and decided that we could use this model to renovate other cities in the region. It's important for affordable housing in these cities to see serious investment," said Mr. Coyle. "The HIT is committed to improving the lives of American families and workers everywhere."
This sustainable and replicable program is acquiring, repairing and financing abandoned homes and properties in the Detroit Land Bank Authority inventory, using union labor and providing union construction jobs to Detroit residents, particularly minorities and women. Furthermore, the program is resulting in significant benefits for the City of Detroit and its residents, including homeownership opportunities for families earning $20,876 or less (80% or less of Area Median Income); workforce training opportunities for Detroit residents through the Michigan Building Trade's Access for All training program, and neighborhood stabilization.
About the HIT
AFL-CIO Housing Investment Trust (HIT) is a fixed-income investment company registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission. It manages $5.8 billion in assets for some 390 investors, which include union and public employee pension plans. The HIT invests primarily in government and agency insured and guaranteed multifamily mortgage-backed securities. The HIT is one of the earliest and most successful practitioners of socially responsible, economically targeted investing, with a track record of over 30 years that demonstrates the added value derived from union-friendly investments. The investment objective of the HIT is to provide competitive returns for its investors and to promote the collateral objectives of constructing affordable housing and generating employment for union members in the construction trades and related industries. Since its inception, the HIT has invested $10.4 billion (in 2016 dollars) and, together with its subsidiary Building America CDE, has financed 102,000 units of housing nationwide, generating more than 77,000 union construction jobs. More information is available on the HIT's website, www.aflcio-hit.com. Job and economic benefit estimates (in 2015 dollars) are calculated by Pinnacle Economics and the HIT using an IMPLAN input-output model based on HIT project data and secondary source materials.
Contact: Michael K. Frisby 202-625-4328 firstname.lastname@example.com


text:
Thanks to Nielsen-Massey Vanillas for providing us with a sample in exchange for this post about Easy 3 Ingredient Fudge Recipe.
Well, you might wonder why I suggested in a previous Halloween Deal post to buy fall cookie cutters on sale. I have filled cookie cutters with an easy 3 ingredient fudge recipe during the Christmas holidays as a Christmas party favor and thought it would also be cute as the adult placeholder/party favor.
I borrowed the idea after seeing $5 chocolate-filled cookie cutters at the stores and thought I could duplicate this and for a lot less.
How to Make 3 Ingredient Easy Fudge Recipe
Simply layout your cookie cutters on a cookie sheet lined with a piece of wax paper or parchment. Make your favorite fudge recipe, I just used the recipe on the sweetened condensed milk package.
Quickly fill the cookie cutters with the fudge, you can leave some space from the top to add sprinkles and decorative frosting. Working quickly add any sprinkles you would like now.
We sometimes will use clips to hold down the parchment paper.
Place the cookie tray in the fridge for a couple of hours or per your recipe. Once the fudge is solid you can use decorative frostings to adorn the shape or just leave like it is. Place them in Cellophane bags and tie with a bow or twist tie.
This year I will place a treat on each adult's plate as a welcoming gift. I may also add a little tag with the person's name. Like I mentioned earlier, this can be used for any occasion you have the cookie cutter to go with!!
Easy Three Ingredient Fudge
- 1 can Sweetened Condensed milk (14 ounces)
- 2 cups (1 12 ounce bag) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon Nielsen vanilla extract
- Spray Cookie cutters with non-stick spray or if using a pan, butter a square pan and line with parchment paper for easy removal of set fudge. Set aside.
- In a microwave-safe 2 quart bowl, heat chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk, on high for 1 minute. Remove from the microwave. Let the mixture sit for 1 minute, then stir to combine. If needed, heat an additional 30 seconds. (Just don't burn the chocolate)Stir until chips are completely melted and chocolate is smooth.
- Stir in vanilla extract until combined. Pour fudge into prepared pan/cookie cutters. Let fudge cool completely and either bag the cookie cutters in cellophane or cut the fudge in pans into 1 inch squares.
- Store in an airtight container. Fudge does not need to be kept refrigerated.
What makes a good Fudge Recipe?
The ingredients you use can affect the flavor of this fudge. Be sure to use the best ingredients you can afford from quality chocolate chips to High Quality Vanillas.
This holiday season use baking as a way to share special moments with family and friends. Whether you're watching holiday movies or hosting the big Thanksgiving meal, #BaketoShare with Nielsen-Massey Vanillas.
Make this easy 3 ingredient fudge recipe to fill cookie cutters for gifts or place cards or simply to cut and give to friends for the holiday. Change out the flavors by using different extracts.
- Visit NielsenMassey.com to learn how to #BaketoShare this holiday season with guides for hosting holiday gatherings, new holiday recipes and gift giving ideas.
- To help bakers create the most scrumptious holiday treats, Nielsen-Massey has introduced a Holiday Flavors Bundle on Amazon, featuring some of the season's most popular flavors: Madagascar Bourbon Pure Vanilla Extract, Pure Almond Extract , and Pure Peppermint Extract.
Other Easy Fudge Recipes
Easy Fudge Recipes
Easy Fudge recipes that take little time to make but make a big impression in your mouth.
Christmas Fudge: Chocolate Mint Fudge Recipe
This layered chocolate mint fudge tastes as good as it looks.
Layered Peppermint Fudge Recipe
A super easy holiday dessert that takes only minutes to put together. Layered Peppermint Fudge Recipe
Holiday Recipes: Easy Fudge in Cookie Cutter Place Cards
Make fudge and place it in cookie cutters for a gift, party favor or place card over the holidays.
Christmas Candy Recipes
Don't let the holidays slip by without trying some of these delicious Christmas Candy Recipes. They make great holiday gifts and many or no-bake dessert recipes!!
How to host a last minute Party with Walgreens Holiday Solutions
Make this fudge into a wreath for a wonderful presentation on your dessert table for the holidays.


text:
US Lags Behind in Broadband Connection Speeds
Federal Communications Commission Chairman Tom Wheeler and Department of Commerce Secretary Penny Pritzker each took turns urging the United States' cableco industry to continue investments in their broadband infrastructures. The two government representatives each addressed broadband industry players during the annual NCTA trade show, recently renamed the Internet and Television Expo.
Wheeler delivered a "straight talk" address to an audience of cableco executives, crystallizing a new era for the cable companies that have become the country's leaders in broadband service. "You are first and foremost broadband companies," he said. Cablecos' hybrid fiber-coax networks are now "an essential part of our country's infrastructure," he said. "You are no longer the 'cable' industry. You are the leading association of leading broadband providers."
Wheeler's comments underscore the unique broadband marketplace that exists in the US. The cable companies, which began as video service providers, have now taken the lead in broadband networks — thanks to DOCSIS technologies — while telephone companies continue to lag behind in terms of broadband speeds. For the first time ever, the number of cableco broadband subscribers surpassed the number of cableco pay TV subscribers, in Q2 2014.
The United States, with an average connection speed of 10.5 Mbps, doesn't even in rank in the top 10 among countries in terms of broadband speed. According to Akamai's most recent "State of the Internet" report, high broadband adoption is at 39% in the US, and 50 million people in the country are currently not connected to the Internet.
Wheeler has categorized the cable industry has having "important technical advantages, a leading market position, and very limited regulation," a trifecta that Wheeler deems a very unusual situation. "You don't have a lot of competition, especially at the higher speeds that are increasingly important to the consumer of online video," he said.
"The service you offer is critically important to all Americans, from getting and keeping a job, to staying in touch with family and friends, accessing entertainment, engaging with government, not to mention doing schoolwork if you are a student – and countless other applications," he said. "The broader ecosystem you help support is extremely important to the creation of American innovation."
That's why he, President Obama and others are so keen to remind cablecos that — despite the lack of competition from telcos in broadband — they must continue to invest and upgrade their broadband networks. There is no contest between telcos' DSL and VDSL technologies and cablecos' DOCSIS, especially at the higher broadband speeds. "A fully competitive marketplace would bring with it intense and constant pressure to continue to improve – just as it did in the days of cable-DSL competition," Wheeler said. "More competition would be better."
Wheeler isn't convinced cablecos will have enough market incentive to continue to upgrade and expand their broadband networks. "History proves that absent competition a predominant position in the market such as yours creates economic incentives to use that market power to protect your traditional business in a way that is ultimately harmful to consumers," he said.
Secretary Pritzker Offers Public-Private Partnerships for Rural Broadband Development
US Secretary of Commerce, Penny Pritzker, took the stage to address opportunities in public-private partnerships for investments in broadband networks.
The department of commerce oversees the National Telecommunications and Information Agency (NTIA) and the National Institution of Standards and Technology (NIST) – "both of which are very relevant to the digital world, to broadband, to communications," Pritzker said.
She also co-chairs the Broadband Opportunity Council, an organization that joins the Department of Agriculture and the Department of Commerce for the purpose of seeking new ways in which the federal government can promote broadband deployment, adoption, and more competition.
"The goal of the Broadband Council is really to increase broadband investment," Pritzker said. "We want to decrease barriers."
President Obama created the Broadband Opportunity Council earlier this year, as part of his wider agenda to bring high speed wireline and wireless broadband to more Americans. "The President has made access to broadband a very high priority, he knows how important it is for innovation, for education, for the general growth of our economy," Pritzker said.
One the challenges the US faces in terms of broadband penetration is that as cablecos continue to upgrade their broadband networks in the denser urban centers of the country, the rural communities are being left behind. "The private sector has taken a real lead role in providing broadband service over the last six years," she said. "That's not evenly spread across the population, it tends to be in the more urbanized places – which makes sense, that's where it makes economic sense."
Pritzker told audience members that the NTIA is currently seeking comment and input from broadband providers in the obstacles and impediments — whether regulatory or otherwise — that prevents cablecos from expanding and upgrading broadband infrastructure in unserved and underserved areas of the country.
"That's where the federal government has to come in and say, 'what can we do about the other folks?'" she said. "Because you don't want to leave that portion of the population behind. We know that access to broadband is absolutely critical to the future of all Americans."
Image: US Sec. of Commerce Penny Pritzker addresses an audience at NCTA's Internet and Television Expo.


text:
Just before I left Chicago, I received a photo from the director of a festival I screened The Hands at a couple of months ago. The envelope was addressed to me...the only Black filmmaker at this particular festival. To my surprise, the envelope contained a picture of the only other Black women to attend the festival besides myself and my daughter. I will post the pic of the women and a pic of my daughter and I when I get back to Chicago. I will let you be the guest as to how far we have come in truly seeing each other...or not.
Thursday, June 4, 2009
Someone asked me so long ago, why was there even a need for "Black" film festivals. I answered that the film market still seems to forget that the world is made up of many stories, and that universal stories can be told from the vantage point of any human capable of experiencing it...thus making it universal. We need places where it is alright not to be one of the boyz in tha hood, no disrespect to those who are. In so many festivals, a brown face on the screen means marginalization, generalization, and the assumption that whatever story that brown face portrays couldn't possibly be one to which the average non-brown face could relate. Sometimes, white festival programmers and directors just don't see us as individuals.
Posted by Lotusfilmgirl at 11:56 PM No comments:
Hollywood Black Film Festival
Yesterday, sat in on sessions with "The Guilds"--SAG, WGA, DGA. Tons of info, especially helpful for indie filmmakers who may utilize the low-budget agreements. Also loved the panel with Antwone Fisher (Training Day 2), Preston Whitmore (This Christmas), Rockmond Dunbar (Pastor Brown), Brett Dismuke (VP-Acquisitions, One Village Entertainment). Lots of talk about the changing face of distribution due to the folding of major video sale outlets such as Coconuts and Blockbuster, and the move to digitization of film download as the consumer-driven way to view film at home and on the go. There was also a very important lesson for filmmakers, as shared by a screenwriter who, early on in his career, chose to negotiate his own distribution deal...only to lose out on all of the international revenue for his film, which was also the only real revenue that his movie had. I doubt anyone in the room will be repeating that one, thanks to his willingness to share his bumps along the way.
I stopped today to tell Tanya Kersey, the Director of the festival, what an incredible job she and her staff have done in organizing the festival. Everyone is so happy to be here, and thoroughly enjoying the panels, the films, and meeting other filmmakers. She responded that the filmmakers are the stars of the HBFF. It's a treat for folks like me who love what they do, and appreciate the appreciation. I am getting really excited and nervous, anticipating Saturday's screening. I hope people show up!
Almost forgot! I will be taking The Hands to San Francisco July 17-19 for the International Black Women's Film Festival. Sooooo honored to be one of only four shorts chosen for this wonderful, necessary film festival. Stay tuned...
Posted by Lotusfilmgirl at 11:09 PM No comments:
Labels: Festival Update, short films, The Hands, women filmmakers
Subscribe to: Posts (Atom)


text:
Harmony in the Hills
A sleek Los Altos spec home of glass and steel challenged us to anticipate amenities for a future owner, balancing luxury with a careful budget. Leading the team through our proven process, we found strong value and sure appeal with essential technologies that enliven the modernity of contemporary architecture.
"We have a high level of trust and confidence that, with Metro 18, our clients receive top notch service, accurate technical guidance and cost options to make well-informed decisions. Their participation makes our projects better and our clients satisfied."
Customizing for a question mark
We've been working with Feldman Architects for a decade, and teamed up to enhance their clean, open space on a Silicon Valley overlook with superlative sound and automation. The hard, spare surfaces of minimalist design demand a thoughtful approach to planning and installation. We drew on our long and varied experience to suggest which technologies would be indispensable, and how to wire them invisibly and attune their acoustics against unforgiving rock and glass. The achievement required constant contact with every hand in the house, sharing ideas in advance and taking each step in sync, to ensure artistic integrity for the architect, intelligent investment for the developer and a perfect welcome for any owner.
Strong expertise makes smart choices
To keep costs low and value high, we prioritize the foundation of a steady system. From an unshakeable network to fluent mechanics that vanish within contemporary finishes, we know what selections make the most meaningful improvements.
Your network is your failsafe, the spine of all the wired and wireless electronics in your home. It should be enterprise class and impervious to emergency, always responsive and never in question. We won't install any system without a robust network of exceptional quality, because it's the reason you can count on everything else.
While Axis surveillance cameras keep eyes throughout your house, Siedle access entry allows you to lock and unlock doors remotely, even when you're not home. With a Savant app on your mobile phone or tablet, you can monitor and direct every function in one place. We insist on the best possible technologies for these critical services, and use them in every property we help protect.
Motorized shades and Lutron lighting can be promptly adjusted with the swipe of a finger, setting the brightness of any room to your ideal in an instant or in advance.
Small-aperture James speakers fire phenomenal sound from tiny holes, blending neatly with recessed lighting. Outstanding audio anywhere, flawlessly united with beautiful design, is an expression of excellence every owner appreciates.
Savant climate control not only lets you choose the temperature of your personal atmosphere, but connects to your pool and spa commands, warming and cooling any part of your home automatically or with the shift of a mood.
"They're total team players, very knowledgeable and great to work with. Metro 18 understands the importance of our design and works alongside us to achieve the best visual and performance results."
Together we succeed
We collaborate from the start to make decisions that make sense, leading a process strong on communication, documentation and technical memory, with an in-house design and office staff more typical of a larger company. That's how we build trust that builds lasting relationships, such as with Feldman Architects, with whom we've partnered for more than ten years, and why this was only the beginning of our ongoing work with the developer.
"My Metro 18 system is one of the best features in the home. Everything is on the screen of my phone or iPad, so I always feel in control. These guys are total professionals."
To be continued
We'll be here to introduce the new owners to their systems, connecting their devices, flowing in their music and showing them through each easy control, to help make their chosen home more comfortable. Whatever their preferences invite, we'll add and adjust until all is exactly so. When a need arises, we'll answer instantly, untangling issues in the moment and always keeping our support close.


text:
Once again, a hectic weekend prevented me from running my usual errands. After going to the gym and eating dinner (thank God David cooks often and well) we had to run out to the grocery store. Pulling into the Food Lion parking lot at 8:30, I was feeling pretty grumpy and overtired. But then I remembered what it was like to work an 8-hour shift on a cash register until 9 or 10 o'clock at night and I was profoundly grateful that I was able to just pop in and out of the store. And I made sure that I smiled and didn't act impatient around the cashier.
Today I'm grateful for: my job. It offers me work I'm interested in, living wage, and health insurance. And I don't have old men hitting on me all the time (that happens a lot to female cashiers).


text:
AL ZAHEM INTERNATIONAL GROUP was established in 1991 to provide the
Oil, Energy & Industrial Sectors in Kuwait with Specialty Products and
Services. Our mission is to deliver quality products and services and satisfy the
requirements of each individual client in an efficient, business-like and
friendly manner.
We strive to create a mutually beneficial environment for our Clients and
Principals by providing high added value services and innovative solutions,
while maintaining our high standards of integrity and professionalism and
constantly improving the quality of our work and services.
Our commitment to quality has allowed
us to successfully obtain repeat business and develop long term relationships with
numerous clients.
As we view the future we intend to
expand our horizons through market diversification, strategic alliances and
international expansion. We remain committed to provide our Clients and
Principals with a prompt, professional service with the capability to respond
quickly to changing times in a competitive market place increasingly driven by
technology and technological innovation.
Group Companies
Warehouse Facility
Scope of Supply
Field of Activity
Business Development
Plot # F-11, Shuwaikh, Free Trade Zone, Kuwait.
P.O. Box 26212, 13123 , Safat, Kuwait.
Tel: +965 22212221, Fax: +965 24829166.
E: email@example.com
Copyright © Al Zahem International Group. www.alzahemgroup.com. All rights reserved.


text:
Hi Friends!
I thought I would go ahead and do another Anti-Haul today! It has been awhile since I posted one of these but really I anti-haul things in my head all the time! There is no way I could afford every makeup or skin care release out there. I have been really inspired to shop my own stash when things come out and just overall get more use out of things I already have. I'm not perfect, I definitely can get drawn in my a new release but sometimes these anti-haul posts can help because I am consciously looking for things I DO NOT need!
- Lunar Beauty – Life's A Drag Palette
If you don't know Lunar Beauty is Manny MUA's new cosmetics brand. The first item that he released was the Life's A Drag eyeshadow palette. It retails for $45 which is a TON! This is absolutely no shade towards Manny but I am just not really inspired by this palette. I don't think its special, I don't see myself getting a lot of use out of it and because of that, I don't want to buy it.
I really knew that I didn't want to buy this palette when Manny was having a 25% off sale and that dropped the price from $45 to $34. If I can resist a sale, it just means that I really don't want the product.
- BECCA – Be the Light Face Palette
This pains me to add to the list because you all know how much I LOVE BECCA! I just really don't like the way this face palette looks. I think it mostly has to do with the shape of the face powders that just throws me off. It doesn't look like a lot of product although it is 15 grams.
The "blurring" powder just looks too dark for my skin tone and the blush and contour powders are too small to even get to. And who needs that large of a highlight? This just doesn't speak to me.
- Pat McGrath Labs – Lip Fetish Lip Balm
$38 for a lip balm?? It a no for me dawg. Of course, the packaging so luxurious and it looks really pretty but its just a lip balm! I really can't fathom spending $38 on a lip balm. I feel like you really are just paying for the Pat McGrath name. I think I would get the most out of the satin finish. I definitely wouldn't get enough use out of the 3 shimmer finishes to justify the cost.
- Awake Beauty Vitamin L-I-P Balm with C+E
So Awake Beauty is the new sister brand to Tarte Cosmetics. I really am not interest in anything that they launched with. It all seems over priced and just kind of slapped together. I'm not sure if Tarte wasn't doing so well, so they decided to launch as a new brand. These is literally nothing that makes this brand stand out. I didn't want to anti-haul the whole brand though because I don't know where the wind will take me but I am definitely not interested in this expensive lip balm!!
- Nurse Jamie – Triangle Facial Beauty Tool
This device just looks like a gimmick. They just release a bunch of new items from Nurse Jamie in Sephora and I am interested in a few of them but some of them just look like they are As Seen on TV devices. This particular one is $159 which is crazy – I definitely wouldn't purchase a device like this until I hear more people talking about it but for now its on the anti-haul list.
Well that is it for me today! I just thought I would share a few items that I am NOT interested in buying. Let me know down below an item that you are currently anti-hauling. I would love to know!


text:
Katie Piper, who suffered a horrific acid attack in 2008, has shared an impassioned message with her followers to avoid Halloween costumes that could be "offensive to victims of trauma".
Katie shared the message after being bombarded on Instagram by makeup artists promoting "Halloween gore" makeovers, which involve anything from temporary burns to scars and disfigurements on people's faces.
She made the point that many people have "these visible differences" all year round – and that Halloween shouldn't be about "people imitating accident victims".
Katie accompanied the Instagram photo with a caption that implored people to think twice about dressing as trauma victims, because "none of us are immune".
She wrote:
I enjoy Halloween just as much as the next person but please don't dress up as someone that has had trauma happen to them. Even if you don't care about other people's feelings, how about remembering none of us are immune and it could be you one day with those injuries – no Halloween make up needed. Pumpkins, witches, cats, bats... whatever, but not someone who has been seriously injured, please.


text:
Amuse friends and confuse toddlers with this bizarre Lamp/Lamp design. Cool if you plug it in "correctly", potentially dangerous if you plug it in "incorrectly".
On a similar note, we'd like to see someone mod a Toyota Camry and flip everything around, putting the steering column in the back right seat so it looks like you're driving in reverse.
Design Site [via Seihin World]


text:
Have you ever felt discouraged or anxious that God was not listening to your prayers because you did not see the relief or the answer you desired? We've all been there at one time or another. However, in the parable of the Persistent Widow (Luke 18:1-8), Jesus tells us why we should continue to persist in prayer and not lose heart, even when it does not seem God is responding to us.
This parable has its roots in the context of Luke 17:20-37. In this passage, Jesus discusses the coming of the kingdom (vv. 20-21) and the coming judgment against the adversaries who oppose Him and His kingdom, namely the Jews (vv. 22-37). In view of these coming events, Jesus instructs His disciples to "always pray and not lose heart" (Luke 18:1) Our Lord is not saying that it would be good to pray under such circumstances. Rather, He is saying, in order to not "lose heart" (or "faint" KJV, or "give up" NIV) during such trying times, one must "always pray." Of course, our Lord's message provides instructions to the elect in many circumstances through all time and generations. Paul echoed this same command when he, on various occasions encouraged Christians to "be constant in prayer" (Romans 12:12), to "continue steadfastly" in it (Colossians 4:2), praying "without ceasing" (1 Thessalonians 5:17). For this says, "is the will of God for you" (v. 18). Why continue in persistent prayer? Because, as we will see, prayer is the expression of our faith in the Lord's promise that He will give justice against our adversaries.
Now, that we have established the central lesson to be learned from the parable, let's turn our attention to the story itself (Luke 18:2-5). The first character Jesus introduces us to is a judge, "who neither feared God nor respected man" (v. 2). Within this wicked man's jurisdiction were two people: an unnamed, malicious adversary who oppressed an unnamed helpless widow (v. 3). The Lord says that this widow "kept coming to the judge" seeking justice against her adversary. The persistence of her appeals then becomes central to the parable and its meaning.
Although the judge knew the widow's case was just, he delayed in giving her relief from her adversary (v. 4a). Finally, after some unnamed period, the judge decides to provide this woman with the justice she deserves. His motives are shallow and impure, baseless and selfish. He does not aid the widow based on the merits of her case. Rather, this irreligious, uncompassionate judge answers the widow's pleas because she was "bothering" him and he did not want her to "beat [him] down by her continual coming" (vv. 4-5). In short, he wanted to rid himself of the widow because she was a nuisance to him.
Next, the Lord says something quite remarkable, "hear what the unrighteous judge says" (v. 6). We might expect Him to call attention to the words and works of the widow, whose example disciples are to follow. However, it is the unrighteous judge and his character, which our Lord makes the central focal point of the parable. The purpose of this is to contrast the judge's character against the character of God. The judge was unrighteous; God is the "righteous judge" (2 Timothy 4:8; 2 Thessalonians 1:6). The judge did not care for any man; God cares for His "elect" (v. 7; 1 Peter 5:6-7). The judge deferred in bringing about justice because he was uncompassionate; God compassionately delays final judgment to give men time to repent (2 Peter 3:3-9). The judge only acted to reduce his pain; God sent Jesus to suffer agonizing pain of the cross (Philippians 2:5-8). The judge delayed in delivering the widow and restraining the adversary; God "speedily" delivers His people and restrains our adversaries (v. 8a; Psalm 118:5-6). Thus, Jesus teaches that while it was the wickedness of the judge that required the perseverance of the widow, it is the righteousness of God that motivates the saints to "always pray and not [to] lose heart." Even when our adversary presses us hard, even when we do not immediately see our prayers answered, it is God's love, it is His faithfulness that causes us to not lose heart but to persistent in prayers to Him.
In closing, our Lord rhetorically asks, "Nevertheless, when the Son of Man comes, will He find faith on the earth?" (v. 8b). I believe what Jesus is saying is, "I'm going to return and deliver you from your adversaries. The issue to concern yourself with isn't whether or not I'll fulfill my promise, but whether you will show your faith in Me by persistently praying and not giving up." Persistent prayer, even when the prayer is constantly the same (ref. vv. 3, 7a) is a sign of faith, not a lack of it. Therefore, our responsibility is to be dedicated people, constantly and faithfully praying to our compassionate and loving Father in Heaven, the judge of all humanity.
Digging Deeper Questions:
- Read Luke 18:1-8. Write down any observations, key words and/or questions you have from the reading.
- In this parable we are introduced to three characters: a judge, a widow and an adversary. What images come to mind when you picture these three people?
- Why do you think the widow is so persistent in request that the judge gives her justice?
- How does the picture of the unjust judge help us understand the true nature of God?
- What is it about God's righteous character that motivates you to persistently pray and not lose heart?
- Who or what are some adversaries that you face today as you follow Christ?
- Are your prayers for relief as desperate as those of the widow's or the elect's? Why or Why not?
- In your own words, explain how persistent prayer: 1) protects you from losing heart, and 2) expresses your faith in God's promises to deliver you from your adversaries?
- No doubt there are times when we all are tempted to give up praying about someone or for something. How is Jesus encouraging you through this parable to keep on praying and not give up?
Other lessons in this series: The Lost Parables, The Rich Fool


text:
Cardinals erupt in seventh, pull into first-place tie
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Cardinals rookie Dakota Hudson tossed six innings of five-hit ball, Royals counterpart Brad Keller allowed a no-hit bid to crumble in spectacular fashion, and St. Louis went on to beat Kansas City 6-0 on Wednesday night for a two-game sweep.
The win pulled the Cardinals into a first-place tie with the Chicago Cubs in the NL Central Division. Chicago lost to the Phillies 11-1 Wednesday night.
Hudson (11-6) allowed runners to reach every inning but the third, but the 24-year-old right-hander kept getting timely double-plays, groundballs and fly outs. Hudson struck out five and walked two as the Cardinals won for the 13th time in his last 16 starts.
They also won their eighth straight against their cross-state rival at Kauffman Stadium.
Keller (7-13) issued three walks and was victimized by an early error, but he didn't allow a hit until Marcell Ozuna's sharp single leading off the seventh. It began a run of five consecutive base hits that not only knocked Keller from the game but ultimately resulted in a five-run frame.
Keller has lost four straight on the heels of a six-start span without a defeat.
The Royals, who were blanked 2-0 on Tuesday night, never got a runner past second base. Cheslor Cuthbert grounded out to strand two in the first, Nicky Lopez stranded runners in the second and fifth, and Bubba Starling grounded out to leave Ryan O'Hearn standing on second base in the fourth.
The Cardinals were following a similar roadmap until Ozuna's single in the seventh.
Paul DeJong and Matt Carpenter followed with hits to send Keller to the showers, and Yadier Molina and Kolten Wong followed with singles of their own. By the time Randy Arozarena singled for his first big league hit and Dexter Fowler hit a sacrifice fly, the Cardinals had taken a 5-0 lead.
DeJong added a mammoth homer in the eighth for his 20th home run, making him the first Cardinals shortstop with two seasons of at least 20 homers. DeJong hit 25 as a rookie in 2017.
Arozarena's first major league hit came in strange fashion during the Cardinals' big inning. He cracked a liner that hit Molina as he was attempting to run from second to third, but the umpire ruled that Lopez had touched the ball and that gave Arozarena a hit.
Molina passed Tony Pena for the seventh-most innings caught in major league history when the nine-time All-Star recorded the first out of the fourth inning. Molina has now caught 15,979 innings.
Cardinals outfielder Tyler O'Neill (left wrist strain) could return this weekend, manager Mike Shildt said, after going on the injured list Aug. 1. "I don't want to guarantee it," he added. "It's a combination of pain tolerance and grip, getting the pain tolerance and inflammation down."
Royals left-hander Danny Duffy (left hamstring strain) threw a bullpen session Tuesday with another scheduled for Friday. "He'll do a four-inning sim game on Tuesday and evaluate after that," manager Ned Yost said. Duffy has been on the shelf since Aug. 4.
The Cardinals send Michael Wacha (6-5, 5.54 ERA) to the mound in the opener of a four-game series in Cincinnati on Thursday night. The Royals get the day off before Mike Montgomery starts against the New York Mets in the opener of a three-game set Friday night.


text:
Did Canon make a huge mistake when they told Viltrox not to market auto-focus lenses…
Canon Receives CompTIA Managed Print TrustmarkTM
Canon press release:
Canon Receives CompTIA Managed Print TrustmarkTM
MELVILLE, N.Y. June 2, 2015 – Canon U.S.A. Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced the Company has received the CompTIA Managed Print Trustmark™, a respected industry credential that signifies adherence to best practices for technology service delivery and customer interaction, designed specifically for technology businesses offering on-premise print services via a managed services business model.
"Earning this credential identifies Canon U.S.A. as a business that meets or exceeds the best business practices the IT industry has to offer," said Nancy Hammervik, senior vice president, industry relations, CompTIA.
The Trustmark was developed by CompTIA, the non-profit association for the information technology industry, in collaboration with industry experts and leaders, to identify businesses that have made a commitment to the highest levels of integrity and sustained quality service.
To earn the CompTIA Managed Print Trustmark, Canon U.S.A. was evaluated on the internal practices and procedures the Company follows to run their business and the external activities and operations Canon engages in with customers and prospects.
"Canon U.S.A. is thrilled to have earned the CompTIA Trustmark in connection with our Managed Document Services program," said Junichi Yoshitake, senior vice president and general manager, Business Imaging Solutions Group, Canon U.S.A., Inc. "Earning this distinction is another example of Canon's commitment to providing comprehensive service to our customers, assisting them in extracting cost from their operations while simultaneously improving business process workflow."
To learn more about Canon's Managed Documents Services program and associated benefits Canon has released a video that outlines Canon's five-step global methodology and clearly details the ten components that comprise Canon's MDS Program.
For more information about Canon U.S.A., Inc., visit: www.usa.canon.com.
About Canon U.S.A., Inc.
Canon U.S.A., Inc., is a leading provider of consumer, business-to-business, and industrial digital imaging solutions to the United States and to Latin America and the Caribbean (excluding Mexico) markets. With approximately $31 billion in global revenue, its parent company, Canon Inc. (NYSE:CAJ), ranks third overall in U.S. patents granted in 2014† and is one of Fortune Magazine's World's Most Admired Companies in 2015. In 2014, Canon U.S.A. has received the PCMag.com Readers' Choice Award for Service and Reliability in the digital camera and printer categories for the 11th consecutive year. Canon U.S.A. is committed to the highest level of customer satisfaction and loyalty, providing 100 percent U.S.-based consumer service and support for all of the products it distributes. Canon U.S.A. is dedicated to its Kyosei philosophy of social and environmental responsibility. In 2014, the Canon Americas Headquarters secured LEED® Gold certification, a recognition for the design, construction, operations and maintenance of high-performance green buildings. To keep apprised of the latest news from Canon U.S.A., sign up for the Company's RSS news feed by visiting www.usa.canon.com/rss and follow us on Twitter @CanonUSA. For media inquiries, please contact [email protected].
† Based on weekly patent counts issued by United States Patent and Trademark Office.
All referenced product names and other marks are trademarks of their respective owners.


text:
To help you create additional buzz around your event, we have integrated the Facebook social plugin into all of our ticket sales pages. This is where your event visitors go to learn about your event and purchase tickets.
According to Pew Research Facebook friend counts look like the chart below.
As you can see by the numbers, encouraging conversation on your ticket sales page could have a dramatic increase in event visibility. You may need to start the conversation to encourage others to start to share though. So how about something like this?
"What does [insert artist's name] music mean to you?"
"Have you seen [insert artist's name] before?"
"What city does [insert artist's name] remind you of and why?"
Can you think of any content you can have with this, where the winner gets two tickets?
Your ticket sales page appears in this area and the Facebook plugin is below the information (see example below).
To turn on Facebook comments for your event, simply Edit your event, then click the Advanced tab and scroll down until you see Facebook Comments. The check the box and you are done.