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So, you've taken a look around the home and decided you have a ton of stuff – perhaps too much. Perhaps you've downsized to a home that's a bit smaller than your current pad, and you don't really want to trash those prized possessions that won't fit. You've probably decided your best route is to stow them away in storage. You still want access to your belongings any time you need them, but how do you go about finding a storage company you can put your faith in? Nearly 1 in 10 people use a self-storage unit today, but the process of renting one isn't always as straightforward as it may seem. So, what should you be keeping your eyes out for before you sign a monthly agreement?
Finding a dependable storage unit is sort of like locating a trustworthy landlord, only with a storage company, you may only be dealing with them once or twice when you sign up and move your stuff in. After which, you (hopefully) will not hear from them at all. It's as simple as paying your rent, making the short drive to your belongings when you need something, and that's it. There are however some sure warning signs to be mindful of when selecting a storage company to assure everything works out for the best.
Determine Which Storage Unit Type Fits Your Specific Needs
Start your journey by taking a good long look at the different items you intend to place in storage. You probably have a rough idea of the space you want in a storage unit, but try to keep in mind that you probably want to rent a unit that provides a little extra room. After all, you want to be able to move around your belongings inside the unit when adding or removing items so you probably don't want items filling the space top to bottom, wall to wall. The last thing you want is to be that guy that has to remove half of everything in his unit, just to get to the box in the very back.
If you have belongings that are sensitive to temperature (like expensive musical instruments, or a wine collection), it may be worth considering a climate-controlled storage unit, which is generally located indoors. If you are storing expensive items, you'll want to ask the storage company about the security measures they utilize. You'll definitely want to get insurance on your storage unit. In some cases, your renter's insurance or homeowner's policy will cover the items you have in storage, but you need to check to be safe. If not, look into how much more you'll need to spend to add the additional coverage or you can check with the storage company to see if they offer the ability to buy insurance from them. If they do offer it, it's probably worth the low cost vs. replacing your belongings.
Do Your Research
Finding a storage facility isn't as difficult as it sounds, but there are some things to consider before even picking up the phone.
Don't box yourself into a specific location.
The last thing you want to do is find yourself storing your irreplaceable belongings in a facility that just isn't all that great so don't just settle on the option closest to home or the cheapest in your area. Consider a wide enough area such that you at least have a few options to look at. You might also be able to score a great deal just by driving or walking a few extra minutes at another storage company.
Look at reviews.
Look up the storage company on Google or Yelp. Definitely, take reviews with a grain of salt, but if they're bad or there's a recurring theme, you may want to steer clear. The reviews can also give you some pointers on what to look out for when you actually visit the location later.
Check office hours and access hours.
Some locations only post the hours you're allowed to access your belongings vs. the hours in which employees are actually on the property. This can make it seem like they're open later than they really are. If you have an issue or need to talk to someone, you may only be able to address those problems during business hours (although a growing number of storage companies now offer after-hours or emergency service). Also, if the storage company you are looking into only allows you to access your belongings until 5 pm on the weekend, it's probably going to be inconvenient for you and there's probably a reason why they did this.
Go Take a Look and Ask Questions
So now that you've explored a few options and you have a better idea of what you're looking for, it's time to go visit the storage companies you're considering. Don't feel like you have to sign a contract as soon as you walk in the door either. Many companies will tell you that units are limited but most will allow you to hold a unit overnight to think things over. Try to get everything you can out of your visit to take a good look around and ask lots of questions. Don't be afraid to ask for permission to see one of the units you might get.
Check into what the process is regarding late payments.
Getting a storage unit isn't like renting an apartment. On the first of the month, you're already late on rent. Grace periods vary quite a bit from one storage company to the next, and in some cases even being a few days late with your payment means your belongings could go up for auction. You may also be stuck paying late fees. Make sure you know what the storage company's exact policy is before you find yourself trying to make an online payment because you made a trip out of town and forgot to drop off a check.
Once you've had an opportunity to look around, and understand what you might be getting into, check with the property manager if you can put a unit on hold. They may or may not be able to, but don't feel pressured to sign or agree to anything at this point. Even if you can't place the unit on hold, ask for a business card so that you can easily get back in touch with the person who helped you out.
Before Signing, Take a Look at a Few Locations
Go through these steps a few times with different storage options on your list before you get anyone back on the phone or sign up for a specific storage unit. Check if you can take a contract home to review over the details. This way you aren't trying to rush through a legal document while standing in front of the property manager (which can be nerve-wracking enough). When you've had an opportunity to take a look at a few different places, reviewed all of the documents provided, and have had time to mull over the facility that is most convenient for you and will meet your needs, then you can be comfortable knowing that you did your due diligence and sign a contract (or month-to-month agreement which is even better) with confidence.
Again, you probably won't have the same type of experience you would when dealing with a landlord, but it's important that you place your belongings with a company you trust and with those you are confident will protect your property. With a little research and time, you'll end up with an affordable space perfect for you! If you've found yourself in a situation where you need help finding a reputable storage company, give us a call and we'd be happy to help provide some recommendations and answer any questions you have.


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Dear Aunt Nellie: I have read the letters for some time, and thought I would write. I live on a 160-acre farm. We have three little pigs, three horses, four cows and a calf and about 20 chickens. Our cows' names are Redda, Peggie, Betsy and Pansy. I have four sisters and two brothers, and I have a war savings stamp. I can't write very well, for I haven't written any since school was out. School was out on May 10, and we had a picnic. We have a car, and I like to ride in our car. I can crochet and tat, but I can not knit. I can sew, too. One of my friends just came, and I went to see her and my little sister, 3 years old, came here where my letter was and tried to write at the bottom of the paper. I am 11 years old and my birthday is January 6. Have I a twin? If so, I should like to hear from her. I will say goodby, Aunt Nellie, and all you dear Corner cousins. Gladys M. Culbertson, McKinley, Oregon.
Dear Aunt Nellie: I enjoy reading the letters very much and I am glad there are so many children living on farms and are helping to win the war. I was 13 years old June 6. Are there any cousins of my age? I will be in the eighth grade when school starts. I live on a farm with father and step-mother. I have one little half-sister who is 2 years old. We have rented a farm of 87 acres and bought 52 acres of another place and we are renting the rest of it. We have 27 head of cattle, four horses, 12 sheep and about 100 chickens. I have eight war saving stamps this fall. I would like to hear from any of the cousins. We have beautiful scenery here and there is much sport, such as fishing and hunting. I have two pets, a cat and a dog. The dog is nearly 23 years old and we have an awfully sweet canary bird that will fight us when we tease him. With love to Aunt Nellie and all the cousins. Florence McKenzie, Wallowa, Oregon.
Dear Aunt Nellie: I enjoy reading the letters very much. How many cousins are reading "Trappers of the Ozarks," in the Farmer? I do, and think it is a fine story. I will be 11 years old October 29. Have I a twin? I have three sisters and one brother. My brother and youngest sister are twins. Their names are Jennie and Wren, and they are 18 years old. One of my sisters is going to school at Monmouth. I have a baby bond and three thrift stamps. I hemmed a dish towel for the soldiers. My teacher's name is Miss Bertha Karcher. She is a fine teacher. I am in the fifth grade. I live five miles from Kent. A few weeks ago my cousin and I went to Buck Hollow to fish, and we caught 14. I planted a fourth of an acre of wheat to help win a victory for Uncle Same. Lyle Hogue, Kent, Oregon
Dear Aunt Nellie: I am 11 years old and will be 12 March 23. I have brown hair and dark brown eyes. Have I a twin? If so, I would like to hear from her. I have four sisters and no brothers. My sisters are Mabel, Ada, Cora and Lucille. They are all married and most of them have children. We have three cows and a dozen horses. Do any of the cousins have to get all the meals for two or three weeks at a time? I do. The sister I am living with is away. What did the chicken say when the hen laid an orange? How much wood would a woodchuck chuck if a woodchuck could chuck wood? When is a cow not a cow? What would the men do if the women all went to China? That is all that I can think of now. Olive Jarvis, Enterprise, Oregon
Dear Aunt Nellie: Our school was out June 1. We had a picnic on Saturday, but I could not go because I had the measles. The wild flowers are in bloom out here. We have sweet Williams, pansies, daisies and roses in bloom, too. I can knit. I have been out today and just came in a while ago. Dora Hoffmeister and I each got a book for having the most hundreds at school. I passed to the fifth grade. I did not have to take any examinations. I like the Children's Corner. I have four war savings stamps and four thrift stamps. I was 10 years old February 17. I wish I could find a twin. Allie Bartell, Boring, Oregon
Dear Aunt Nellie: I like to read the letters. I have two brothers and one sister. My oldest brother's name is Harold, and the other is Arnold, and my sister is Elsie Ruth. I am in the fourth grade this year, but next year I will be in the fifth. Our school was out the 29th of May. My eldest brother is 4 years old, and the youngest is 2 years old and will be 3 in July, and my sister will be a year old next May. She is 11 days old today. Some of our neighbors are here today. We have one little pet lamb and four calves. Nellie Rose, Rome, Oregon
Dear Aunt Nellie: This is the first time that I have written to the corner, but I have so enjoyed the cousins' letters that I thought some one might enjoy reading mine. I was 13 years old the 29th of January. I do so hope that I have a twin and that they will write to me. I have one war saving stamp and I wish that I could get more, but when you earn money and it is not given to you, one can not buy them very fast. We own two milk goats and I like to play with the kid. She is only four months old and knows so many tricks. I also have a big Scotch Collie dog, and a cat and both of them are very nice companions, especially the dog. I love to read, and play the piano, but I have so many other things to do that I have not much time for either one. Well, I must close now. With much love to the cousins and Aunt Nellie. Lora Putnam, Ashland, Oregon
Dear Aunt Nellie: I have just finished reading the letters in the Farmer and decided to write. I am 15 years old and my birthday is May 31. Have I a twin? I will send a few riddles: 1: What is the difference between a stove pipe and a Dutchman? 2: He loved her; she hated him; womanlike, she would have him; what was he? I have two uncles in the service - one on the front in France [who has been shelled but not badly hurt], and one at a training camp in California. I have a service pin and we have a service flag in the window. I have no brothers, but one sister, 3 years old. Her name is Edna Mildred. I wonder if any of the cousins have the same name I have. Nearly every one thinks my name is Irma. Well, my letter is getting long, so I will close. Best wishes to Aunt Nellie and the cousins. Isma McIntosh, Grants Pass, Oregon
Dear Aunt Nellie: This is the first time I have written to the Corner, and may I join the Corner, too? I am 11 years old and in the seventh grade. My teacher's name is J.J. Mills. We had a big examination in physiology and I got 100 per cent. I have a lot of pets. I have a singing canary; his name is Dick. I have two little dogs; one's name is Trip and one is Towser. I have four chickens too. Aunt Nellie, have I a twin? If I have please tell me. I have two sisters; one's name is Virginia and the other is Helen. Virginia is 5 and Helen is 18 months. I joined the Red Cross and have five war savings stamps. Here is a riddle: Why is a colt like an egg? My birthday is November 3. John Lehman, Oregon City, Oregon
Dear Aunt Nellie: I have never written to the Corner before, but I thought I would write and get acquainted with the other cousins. I live about five and a half miles from town on an 800 acre farm. We have 14 head of cattle, including the calves. We have a pair of twin calves and they are the first twin calves I ever saw, and they are so cute. Their names are Pete and Polly. We have 18 head of horses and about 165 big chickens and 200 little chickens, four baby kittens, three old kittens, two dogs and two pigs. I like farm life fine. I have five sisters, but no brothers. I have a baby sister who will be 2 years old in June; she is very cute. I am a little boy 10 years old and I will be 11 October 9. I was in the fourth grade, but was promoted to the sixth. If I have a twin, write and tell me. Murl Cummings, Heppner, Oregon
Dear Aunt Nellie: My father is a subscriber to the Farmer and I read the letters every week. I live on a farm of 41 acres; part of it is planted to barley and the rest is in alfalfa. We have three horses and seven cows. I own one cow and a calf. I also have $100 worth of war savings stamps and a Liberty bond. I have a war garden also. I have one brother who is 13 years old. School was out May 17. We have joined the Junior Red Cross and sent magazines, knitted and made game boards for the soldiers. The school has a Liberty bond. I will be in the second grade of high school next year. I have been busy haying the last week. I wish some of the other cousins would write to me. I will try and answer any letters I receive. Paul Jones, R. 2, Freewater, Oregon
Dear Aunt Nellie: I have seen so many other nice letters in the Children's Corner that I made up my mind to write too. I am 13 years old and my birthday is October 9. I am in the eighth grade. I have 12 brothers and sisters. The oldest is 19 and the youngest about 8 months. My two oldest sisters are in Portland and my oldest brother is in California. We live on a farm of 320 acres and milk 14 cows, so you see we have much work to do. Our school closed May 30. Toward the last of school the sixth and seventh grades had a contest of four-minute speeches on thrift. There were only four of us in the contest. I won, and as a prize received a certificate. I have joined the Junior Red Cross and every Friday at school helped make gun wipers, snippings for ambulance pillows, and fun-books to entertain the wounded soldiers in the hospitals. As this is my first letter, I should be very glad to know what some of your prizes are. I think my letter is long enough for the first time, so will close. Martha Holzgang, Ruch, Oregon
Dear Aunt Nellie: How are you and the cousins? I am fine, only a little tired, as I have been shocking some hay. My birthday is December 3. I will be 13. Have I a twin? I think I can answer several of the cousins' riddles. Lena Benson; Spell frozen water with three letters - I-C-E. Pepper, spell it without any p's - I-t. Gladys Lloyd: As I was going up the road I met a pig pining; and I said "Pork, you pine." - Porcupine. Mattie E. Moore: I rode across London bridge and yet walked across. - Yet is my dog. Here are some more riddles I can answer: Long legs, crooked thighs, little head and no eyes - prongs. As I went up the heeple steeple I met a lot of people: some were brown and some were black and some had stripes down their backs. - Ants. I will ask some riddles: 1. Why is the hub of a wheel like a speaker? 2. As I went across a bridge I met two shoes; one was a lace shoe and the other was a button shoe. The lace shoe said "how do you do?" But why did the button shoe not speak? I have five war savings stamps and three thrift stamps. I am growing some potatoes. I have an aunt who was in New York the last I knew, but sent the last of her things home, as she had orders to do so because she is a Red Cross nurse and expects to be on the water soon. Well, as my letter is getting rather long I guess I had better close. Yours truly, Margaret P. Ross, Tillamook, Oregon
Dear Aunt Nellie: Papa takes the Farmer and I read the letters every week, so I thought I would write and see how I like it. How are you and all the cousins? I am just fine. We live on a farm of 320 acres. We have three cows, named Buttercup, Gyp and Spot, and three claves, Heart, Red and Blossom. We have 25 hogs and 12 pigs. We have 10 horses and one little colt. We have about 36 old chickens and we have between 70 and 80 little chickens. I have a war garden and in it there are peas, onions, turnips, carrots, radishes, lettuce, beans, tomatoes and corn. I have cultivated it once. My two brothers have a war garden, too. My mama is knitting a sweater for the Red Cross. I know how to knit, tat, embroider and crochet. I knit a little on mama's sweater. I live 10 miles from the nearest town and about 45 miles from Enterprise. I don't go to school very much, but next year I will be in the fifth grade. Papa has two Liberty bonds and one war saving stamp. Now I will ask a riddle. As round as an apple and deep as a cup. All the king's horses can't pull it up. I was 12 the 16th of July. Have I a twin? Love to all. Zelma M. Austin, Flora, Oregon
Dear Aunt Nellie: I have been reading the cousin's letters for a long time and would like to join the Corner. I live on a farm of 160 acres. We have 14 cows, four yearlings, five calves and three horses and we also have a car. My mother and brother, Beverly, have gone to the Willamette valley to pick cherries. We have a few trees, but they do not bear very well. I am 13 years old and my birthday is October 3 and I am in the eighth grade. My teacher's name last year was Miss Blanchard, and this year it is Miss Conlogue. I just got over the measles and I have had them three times. We went to the beach the Fourth of July. We had a good time. We looked for the moss the government needs. What did you do the Fourth, Aunt Nellie? As my letter is getting long I will close. Alice Daniel, Mohler, Oregon
Dear Aunt Nellie: As I have been very much interested in the Corner I am going to write to it. Lillian Ray said that she was 12 years old and that her birthday was July 16. I am 12 years old and my birthday is July 17. I do not know whether I have a twin or not, do you? I have found a twin for Marie DeShazer; it is a boy who lives near here; he was 10 years old July 8; his name is Wayne Barney; he is in the fourth grade and has one big brother who is going to war soon. I think Carries Jones looks very nice with her pet rabbit. I want to save all the pictures of the cousins who have their pictures printed. I will send you a picture of myself as soon as I get one. One of my brothers found a little baby goldfinch or canary the other morning; it was so young and cold that it could hardly fly. I like the color of goldfinches and bluebirds best of the birds I know, but I think all birds are beautiful. Which one do you think is the prettiest? We live on a farm of 118 1/2 acres and there are many birds here. I wish you could come and see me; I would take you all over our farm and show you all the different kinds of birds and animals that live here. I am sure you would like to see our dear little lambs, wouldn't you? I have a very sweet little sister; she is 2 years old. I wish you could see some of the pretty little actions she has. I have three brothers and two sisters; their names are Ira, Durward, Elvin, Elsie and Rachel. I have an Aunt Nellie besides you and I have a cousin Nellie, too. We have a very nice schoolhouse where I go to school. It is two years old. My father is a director and has been ever since the schoolhouse was built. Miss Laura Brenner taught our school the first two years and is going to teach next year. We all like her fine, because she always plays with us just as if she was no older than we and was just one of the school children. Don't you think she must be nice? As I think my letter is plenty long and mama needs help, I must close. I am four feet tall and have blue eyes and dark brown hair. I weigh 87 pounds. How tall should a girl 12 years old be? With love to Aunt Nellie and the cousins. Lelia Clark, Oregon City, Oregon
Dear Aunt Nellie: I saw my name in print and thought I would write again. I received a letter from my little twin and was glad to hear from her. I had two thrift stamps, but I lost the book and them, too. I hate it very bad. I have a little war garden. I have three rows of beans, three of lettuce and one row of carrots. How many cousins have war gardens? My beans are in bloom now. I think the service flag is very pretty in The Farmer. I have three little chickens now, two white ones and one black one. We had ice cream for two days, Saturday and Sunday. We had company Sunday all day. I like to read the children's letter. When I go after The Farmer I can't wait until I get home; I open it to see if my name is in print. Isn't this war dreadful? My mother is knitting socks for the soldiers. I wish you could come and visit me a while. I would be very glad. Edna Crabtree, Stayton, Oregon.
Dear Aunt Nellie: I will write again as I saw my letter in print before. You asked me to tell what a combine was. I will tell you what I know about one. It takes five men to run one of the large ones like we have, and 21 head of horses. It cuts the grain, threshes it and sacks the grain all at the same time. You have to have a man to sew the sacks and one to drive. They just drive with two lines. They have to have a sack jugg, a man to tend separator and header man. That is all I know about a combine. I will write a riddle: What is it a wagon doesn't need and can't do without? I am 11 years old and will be 12 the 6th of September. Aunt Nellie, do you know how to make rose beads? If you do I wish you would write and tell me. I have a war savings certificate. As my letter is getting pretty long I will close for this time. Fay Downing, Wallowa, Oregon
Dear Aunt Nellie: May I become a member of the Corner? We take The Farmer and I enjoy reading the letters so much. I am 11 years old and will be 12 December 14. Have I a twin? If so I should like to correspond with her. I am in the sixth grade; I like to go to school. I live in the foothills of the Blue mountains, 23 miles from Burns and 23 miles from Harney, 14 miles from Silvies, our nearest postoffice. I love the mountains. We have about 40 head of horses and eight head of cows. I have a little sorrel pony; her name is Goldie; I like to ride horseback. I have a sister of 13, a sister of 3 and a brother 17 months old. I am reading "Trappers of the Ozarks" and I think it is a lovely story. With best wishes to Aunt Nellie and all the cousins. Alice E. McCue, Silvies, Oregon
Dear Aunt Nellie: I have not written to you for a long time. I am glad Alvera Johnston found a twin; she is a very nice girl and I know her twin would like her very well if she saw her. I am now taking music lessons from Mrs. Corter; there are nine girls taking lessons from her. Their names are Amelia Woodbury, Laura Johnston [Alvera's sister], Anna Nordstrom, Ruby Johnston, Miss Cook, Miss W. Berg, Elsie Berkenfeld, and Pauline Lacy. Some of these girls are my schoolmates. Ruby used to be when I went to district 34. I have a little calf for milking three cows every night and morning. The weather is very cold. It would sprinkle a little every day, but it wouldn't do any good. I have three friends by the name of Ellen. One of them I have not seen, but have written to her - Ellen Santesson; the others are Ellen Rosenberg and Ellen Salmi. Papa is president of our farmers' association. I have not found a twin yet. I have two cousins in the service. One is in the army and the other is in the navy. I am learning to knit. I am going to send some riddles for the cousins to guess: 1. Round as an apple, deep as a cup and all the kin's horses can't pull it up. 2. What tree is always green? 3. Tar, pitch and turpentine, all begin with A? I should like it very much if more of the cousins would write to me. Edna Carl, Birkenfeld, Oregon Age 12, January 12.
Dear Aunt Nellie: My papa takes The Farmer. We enjoy reading the little letters so much. We live on a farm one and one-half miles from town. I have four sisters and three brothers and their names are Leona, Audrey, Bessie, Luella, Charles, Laurel and Ervan. We children go to school in the brick schoolhouse. I am 8 years old and in the third grade. My teacher's name is Miss Edna Snider. We have 20 little chickens, 28 goslings, 17 geese. Mama, Leona, Charles and Laurel pick the geese. Sister Luella wishes to write so I shall close. Dena Witty, Impler, Oregon

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A Memorial to my cat (Penny)
I was lucky enough to have a certain cat for 16 years of my life. For a cat, I would personally say that she was the most amazing cat you would have ever met. A couple days after the Christmas season, my cat passed away. Since then, her passing has been such a quiet topic that I didn't want to ever talk about, but I feel as if I should properly give her a goodbye.
Penny was her name. I had Penny for as long as I can remember. I've actually had Penny as my cat only a little bit after I was born. So in a way, we grew up together. Penny was such a pretty cat. I don't exactly know what species she was, but I can describe her as white with black and brown spots. She was amazingly skinny, and was a stunningly healthy cat. It was probably the reason why she lived so long.
Penny was such a quiet and nice cat too. She wasn't one for games but more of a lap cat. I remember when I would get up for school, she would claw at my hair like a scratching post. It hurt, but I let her anyways. Something about the way she pulled on my hair (combined with my tiredness) just felt strangely nice.
Penny loved everyone. If you were new to the house (and didn't have dogs) she would love to sit on your lap the moment you sat down. She wasn't a bother to anyone. She would just sit there and sleep. And it was nice. I remember the way she would curl up on my lap when I would play computer games. She always seemed so peaceful.
Penny actually had her tail cut off. Yeah, she hurt her tail really badly and had to get it removed. She lived without it though. She seemed perfectly fine. She had good balance even after she had lost her tail. I remember a time when we got a pizza delivered to our house. My dad was talking to the pizza delivery guy and he noticed Penny close to the door. He made a comment about how he had never seen a cat without a tail, and my dad laughed. We became so use to seeing her without a tail, we didn't think about how other people would find it strange.
Penny loved to give us her treats. She was often an outdoor cat, but we were never worried. We had a big backyard, and Penny loved it. We were never worried when Penny got outside, she would always return at night. Sometimes with a treat for us. She loved to show off the new dead mouse she captured. Sometimes, she would even surprise us with a bird! How she ever caught those birds, I will never know.
It's sad to think that I'm going to have to live the rest of my life without Penny. It almost feels weird and lonely. I knew I could always find that cat and give her the love that I rally had for her. There'll never be another cat like her. But with all life, when one ends, we must move on. There's no point in hanging in the past. I've just got to accept that my cat is in a better place now, and I've got to move on.
So to you, Penny, I'm so thankful for the joy and love you brought to me in my childhood. I hope that I'll be able to see you again at some point. But for now, I'll just live my life the way you would want me to. Thank you Penny, for being there for me.
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As a mid life change of career, it would be hard to imagine the gulf that Gerry Cooney spanned: addiction counsellor to owner/ manager of a safari type lodge 10,000 miles from home. Not alone did he do that but he has produced an entertaining and stimulating journal on the highs and lows of that journey. Gaelic football enthusiast and keen golfer, Gerry had a career in the social services in Ireland before moving on to working as an addiction counsellor at The Rutland Centre. In the background however he had an unrequited desire to do something very different.
His chance came through a family connection with Namibia, South West Africa, when on a visit there in 2007 he "found" Guestfarm Ghaub, a onetime missionary school. He put in motion an adventure that would fulfil a dream. Land ownership in Namibia requires a majority local stakeholder. His Cousin, Andre Compion, a six foot plus Namibian farmer and former pilot, joined himself and a group of his Irish family and friends to buy almost 30,000 acres of safari lodge and commercial farm.
In a fascinating narrative, Gerry makes no bones about there being some dark days and challenging times as he fought to turn around a lodge that needed significant work to bring it up to standard and make it attractive to the modern traveller. Difficult times were comfortably outnumbered by wonderful memories; the joyful music-filled all embracing Catholic service at the nearby Maria Bronn school like nothing ever seen in Ireland. The excitement of the lodge staff when he brought them on their first ever trip to the seaside. The ever changing aura of a country the size of France and the UK combined but with just a population of 2.2 million people.
For anyone looking for a holiday like none other or interested in a career change this definitely is a must read.
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It's another live performance from Iggy of her bubbling single "Team" on Late Night with Seth Meyers. The track has finally been getting more radio play after receiveing much backlash from haters but will it be enough to keep her Team afloat? Tune in next week on the same Bat channel to find out!
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Iggy Performs Team Live on Late Night
It's another live performance from Iggy of her bubbling single "Team" on Late Night with Seth Meyers. The track has finally been getting more radio play after receiveing much backlash from haters but will it be enough to keep her Team afloat? Tune in next week on the same Bat channel to find out!
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Amy Grant - Baby Baby (Lyric Video) ft. Tori Kelly
It's been 25 years since singer Amy Grant topped the charts and radio with her hit single "Baby Baby" and we now fast forward to 2016 for a re-freshed version of the No.1 1991 Hot 100 song with singer Tori Kelly has been created to mark the aniversary.
It's a classic and now it's bound to be number 1 all over again with the perfect blend of voices and contempoary beats.
Re-live it all over again or discover it for you youngins.
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Video Premiere Roosevelt - Colours / Moving On
German DJ and producer Roosevelt premieres his debut single Colours / Moving On from his upcoming self-titled album with a visual video from photographer Elliott Arndt.
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Taken from the debut album 'Roosevelt', available 19 August on Greco-Roman / City Slang.
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kittie yiyi Fall/Winter 2016 Campaign
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It was all started when Kittie imagining herself into many personalities in her classroom during mid and high school. People who are wearing the same uniform happens to be different attitude and style. And there goes the collection. There is always someone tall, short, naughty, smart, pretty, weirdo students in the class. However, Kittie wanted to be in all of their shoes. Kittie then design clothes for each different character. The collection itself send a strong message of work hard, play hard. Stand up for the things you want in life.
Make-up: Cole T Makeup
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"Post No Bills story captured for our MMSCENE Magazine's May 2016 edition by fashion photographer Sarah Brickey features Dutch model Jordy Baan with VNY Models. In charge of styling was Donte McGuine, with grooming from Katy Albright.
For the session Jordy is wearing selected looks and accessories from CWST, Stetson, Florsheim, Carlos Campos, Dr. Martens, Uniqlo, David Hart, Free People, Plac, Uniqlo, Oak, and Claudia Li." - Malemodelscene.net
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This is not a GSM device, it will not work on any GSM network worldwide.
ZTE Warp Sequent General Specs2G Network CDMA 1900
- 3G Network CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
- SIM Mini-SIM
- Announced 2012, September
- Status Available. Released 2012, September
ZTE Warp Sequent Body SpecsDimensions 127 x 64.8 x 9.9 mm (5.0 x 2.55 x 0.39 in)
- Weight 129.8 g (4.55 oz)
- - Touch-sensitive controls
ZTE Warp Sequent Display SpecsType TFT capacitive touchscreen, 256K colors
- Size 540 x 960 pixels, 4.3 inches (~256 ppi pixel density)
- Multitouch Yes
ZTE Warp Sequent Sound SpecsAlert types Vibration; MP3, WAV ringtones
- Loudspeaker Yes
- 3.5mm jack Yes
ZTE Warp Sequent Memory SpecsCard slot microSD, up to 32 GB
- Internal 4 GB (2.6 GB user available), 768 MB RAM
ZTE Warp Sequent Data SpecsGPRS No
- EDGE No
- Speed EV-DO Rev. A, up to 3.1 Mbps
- WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
- Bluetooth Yes, v4.0 with A2DP
- USB Yes, microUSB v2.0
ZTE Warp Sequent Camera SpecsPrimary 5 MP, 2592х1944 pixels, autofocus, LED flash
- Features Geo-tagging, touch focus
- Video Yes, 720p
- Secondary Yes, 1.3 MP
ZTE Warp Sequent Features SpecsOS Android OS, v4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
- Chipset Qualcomm MSM8655 Snapdragon
- CPU 1.4 GHz Scorpion
- GPU Adreno 205
- Sensors Accelerometer, proximity
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- GPS Yes, with A-GPS support
- Java Yes, via Java MIDP emulator
- Colors Black
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ZTE Warp Sequent Battery SpecsStandard battery, Li-Ion 1650 mAh
- Stand-by Up to 220 h
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ZTE Warp Sequent Misc SpecsSAR US 0.76 W/kg (head) 1.23 W/kg (body)
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Parents are furious as Disney favourite is taken off Netflix
Moana has officially been removed and parents are NOT happy.
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Film Clip: 'Moana'
Fact: Kids love Moana.
Also fact: Netflix has now removed it from their streaming service.
Aussie parents are throwing tantrums bigger than their own three-year-olds after realising the service is no longer listing the Disney favourite.
While we've known for a while now that Disney wouldn't be renewing their contract with Netflix and will be pulling their Disney and Pixar flicks, the official departure of Moana and Maui has not sat well with parents.
"They're taken Moana off Netflix and I've spent tonight asking what I did to deserve this," one fan wrote on Twitter.
While others vented they will cancel their subscription now that the flick has gone.
"THAT'S IT. Netflix Australia has taken Moana off & Ma, we're cancelling our subsciption... #thinkofthechildren," another shared.
But WHYYYY mum, WHYYYY?
Last year, it was announced that Walt Disney Co would not renew their deal with the streaming giant when it ends in 2018.
Instead, they planned to use massive upcoming releases such as the Frozen sequel, Toy Story 4 and the live-action remake of The Lion King to launch their own video content app in 2019.
While Netflix website claims the official removal date would fall on December 18th, it seems they have removed it earlier than expected, robbing parents of four months worth of peace and quiet and 45,672 repeats of 'How Far I'll Go'.
Guess we'll have to entertain our own children from now on then.
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The bad news just keeps on coming. The World Bank released a forecast this week saying that the world is on the brink of a rare global recession. It predicts that the global economy will eke out growth of 0.9% in 2009, down from 2.5% this year and 4% in 2006, but that world trade will fall next year for the first time since 1982. Deutsche Bank is even more pessimistic, forecasting global growth of only 0.2%, even less than the 0.3% recorded in 1982. Justin Lin, chief economist at the World Bank, summarized as follows, "We know that the financial crisis now is likely to be the worst since the 1930s." The World Bank report gives hope that a recovery will begin to show results with 3% growth for the global economy in 2010.
Marc Ambinder, in his politics blog at the Atlantic magazine, recently wrote that it seems that Barack Obama's economics transition team is very worried that the economy will get a lot worse before it gets better, as in double digit unemployment, huge declines in aggregate demand, and significant, persistent deficits. However, he also says that the general level of concern among Obama advisers and transition staffers is reassuring; that they actually get the magnitude of the problems and are paying attention.
The news these days has been inundating us with bits and pieces of the current bad economic climate. The World Bank and Deutsche Bank forecasts along with articles like Marc Ambinder's help paint the big picture for us, and a bleak picture it is.
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Black Management Forum, Disabled People SA and Business Unity SA on Employment Equity: briefings
Employment and Labour
01 June 2005
Meeting Summary
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Meeting report
1 June 2005
Chairperson: Ms O Kasienyane (ANC)
Documents handed out:
Black Management Forum briefing
Disabled People of South Africa briefing
Business Unity South Africa PowerPoint presentation
Members met to hear presentations from the Black Management Forum (BMF), Disabled People of South Africa (DPSA) and Business Unity South Africa (BUSA) on progress made and challenges encountered in the implementation of employment equity legislation. Respective successes and weaknesses were elucidated and recommendations for further action expressed. Numerous questions were asked by Members including the value of a middle way to promote change, the issues around empowerment and elitism, the rights of existing job holders to security, additional costs in establishing new monitoring mechanisms, the need for vigorous inspections and enforcement, recognition of demographics and the social context and the possibility of class action law suits in discrimination cases.
The Chairperson stated that the invited entities would provide progress reports on the implementation of employment equity within their respective areas of interest. Detail on challenges and limitations would be outlined to promote understanding by Members.
Black Management Forum briefing
Mr J Vilakazi (CEO) provided a background report on the status of corporate transformation during the past ten years. The role of the BMF in facilitating employment equity was explained including its participation within NEDLAC and interaction with the Department of Labour. A BMF resolution created the BEE Commission that informed much of government policy. The BMF recommended that Members contribute to re-igniting the Employment Equity process. Numerous concerns of the forum were expressed including the lack of numerical targets and benchmarks despite stipulations in the EE Act, the failure to advance equity and the lack of a pro-active approach to enforcement and the reduction of discrimination. Various recommendations were outlined including a renewed commitment to enforce compliance by the DOL, a link between DTI enforcement mechanisms and the EE inspectorate and the use of accredited rating agencies to conduct EE inspections. A Commission of Inquiry should be established to investigate racism and other forms of unfair discrimination in South Africa with particular focus on the work place. Statistics on the demographic profile within the economy should be accumulated to substantiate claims.
The Chairperson acknowledged the depth of research behind the presentation and declared aspects thereof as a mandate for Members to drive the process forward. The Committee would maintain regular contact with the BMF to evaluate progress and propose solutions to obstacles.
Mr C Lowe (DA) remarked on the strong words within the presentation but welcomed the contribution to the debate. Employment equity as a remedy should not operate in isolation but as a part of the greater whole focused on economic growth. Numerous failures had arisen as a result of black economic empowerment initiatives that had to be borne in mind. A balanced approach should be advocated and a re-racialisation of the economy avoided at all costs. The DOL should not be used as a police force to intervene in the market and the free market should be allowed to provide solutions. Successes in employment equity existed and positive anecdotes should be highlighted. Certain professions had made significant strides in altering the demographic make-up and recent pronouncements directed at the judiciary had been unjustified. A middle way to address the clear deficiencies was recommended and increased enforcement and policing would be counter-productive.
Mr W Spies (FF+) asked for clarity on the BMF's attitude towards entrepreneurship as many managers had expressed frustration at perceived pressure to change established mindsets and grasp new modes of management directed at entrepreneurial activity. He asked whether the BMF would encourage black managers to establish new businesses. Inspections by rating agencies and other entities entailed significant cost implications that had to be considered. He alluded to a clash of interest between the Department of Minerals and Energy, Eskom and contractors as a result of the creation of new entities to facilitate electricity infrastructure development. He asked whether the creation of new rating agencies would be wise. The presentation expressed the views of a black elite without considering the implications for minority economic interests. The tone of views should be tempered by reference to social realities including job security, family concerns and economic priorities.
Mr R Henderson (DA) reminded Members of various cases involving discrimination by black managers towards employees and a balanced view of circumstances was needed. A one-sided denunciation was not ideal to address the issues. The distinction between individual enrichment and collective advancement within the economy had to be discussed. Black elitism would not create lasting solutions.
Mr B Mkongi (ANC) acknowledged the relevance of the presentation and reminded Members of the growing tensions within townships and rural areas towards black advancement and the reduction of poverty levels. The entrenchment of black capital was necessary to challenge the continued dominance of white capital and promote a counter-balance. Commissions should be well-endowed with investigative attributes and corrective measures to implement meaningful changes. Genuine transformation of the economic sphere would require legal capacity and resource allocation for responsible entities. Inspections were part of the DOL mandate to ensure compliance and such activity should not be downgraded.
Mr S Mashudulu (ANC) stated that issues and comments should be located within the constitutional framework and related legislation and any practice or recommendation that contradicted established law or regulation would be invalid. The work environment required substantial alteration to address legacies and entrench socio-economic justice. The calls for a balanced approach to transformation did not grasp the demographic reality. An audit of all private sector companies was needed to assess progress. A 50:50 split in personnel within a company was contrary to the make-up of the labour force. The power relations within companies and the nature of capitalism had to be considered. DOL should institute sound training programmes to empower black managers and address overall attitudes within the business environment including the commitment to transformation. Prevailing attitudes should also be addressed within formal tertiary institutions to transform the business mindset. Mobility within specific companies had to be encouraged to discourage the movement between companies. Private sector companies should be instructed to report on employment equity progress on a regular basis and any contract negotiation should contain clear reference to compliance requirements. Few cases had been reported to the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA) that made the level of non-compliance difficult to determine. He recommended that DOL establish a desk to investigate compliance and deal with complaints.
Mr M Mzondeki (ANC) noted the "nuanced" approach from certain Members towards the subject matter and advocated a re-think by the Committee at a later stage to acquire a consensus view. Insufficient progress had been achieved regarding employment equity and Members had to recognise this. The Committee should avoid disparate positions and regard the BMF recommendations as a challenge.
Prince N Zulu (IFP) asked whether the BMF retained a seat in NEDLAC and whether the concept of affirmative action had a timeframe for implementation. He recommended that discrimination cases before the CCMA be dealt with on a group-by-group basis as opposed to an individual bias.
Mr Vilakazi responded that the BMF was present in all provinces and no submissions had been received from members claiming that the process was failing. The reference to black elitism was denounced as mischievous from certain quarters intent on derailing transformation. The BEE process had challenges but would prove to be effective in the long-term. Focus should be directed towards small business creation to foster black participation in the economy. The accusations of elitism would reduce as the number of entrants increased. The access to funding for small and medium businesses remained a challenge. Approximately 488 African accountants were in practice as opposed to 20 877 white accountants. The lack of significant numbers of previously disadvantaged accountants and in other professions was a cause for concern.
Mr Ntuli (Gauteng Regional President-BMF) stated that the organisation sought to highlight issues in the public interest and to contribute to a more just and equitable future. A growing economy would require more managers in the future to meet demand and realistic proposals should be offered to advance this objective. The economy had to reflect the demographics and encourage black start-up businesses. BMF would continue to conduct research and advocacy to achieve the stated goals.
Mr Vilakazi stated that current legislation allowed for an increase in class action suits as opposed to individual-based litigation to address racism and discrimination in the job market. Affirmative action had far to travel and calls for reduction was premature. Investigation should center on the distinction between qualitative and quantitative advancement to avoid overlooking the phenomenon of newly created positions for blacks that lacked substance and influence. Reference was made to the proliferation of public relations positions.
Mr Henderson concurred that weaknesses existed within the CCMA that created the opportunity for employer legal representation but did not ensure similar privileges for employees. Confidence should be restored in the CCMA by removing flaws in representation.
Mr Lowe reminded Members of the bigger economic picture characterised by 40% unemployment with low success rates in employment creation and poverty alleviation. The recommended solution hinged on extensive investigation and punitive actions would not prove effective. A balanced approach was needed to create employment and achieve economic growth. He asked whether members of BMF recognised the reality of employment equity initiatives that resulted in problematic elitism. Much of the blame should be directed at the education system that produced poor results in maths and science. The private sector had made great strides in providing numerous bursary opportunities for tertiary-level education. Black managers should not be set up for failure by placement in arbitrary or too demanding positions. Businesses had to remain competitive in order to survive and a middle-way was necessary to attain long-term development.
Mr G Anthony (ANC) agreed with the recommendations emanating from the BMF and proposed that the Committee deal with the detail at a subsequent meeting. Racism remained a real obstacle and an integrated report of all commissions should be compiled to assess the extent. Reconciliation required a common end point in order to be achievable and present initiatives were handicapped by contradictory views on implementation. Reports from various statutory bodies designed to address shortcomings were not being translated into legislation. Cases of fraud and corruption that involved self-enrichment should be investigated but a commission of enquiry was needed to investigate discrimination.
The Chairperson asked whether the BMF assisted black managers and entrepreneurs to rescue collapsing businesses and restore sound economic practices. She asked whether the presence of foreign businesses that could impact negatively on local initiatives was monitored to prevent unfair practices.
Mr Vilakazi acknowledged that SMME development was key to overall success and plans to stimulate increased entrepreneurial activity were being formulated. Unfair business practices were being monitored and related discussions had been held with DOL. Racism in the workplace had to be tackled and career mobility encouraged. Prevailing mindsets that regarded black employees as limited and incapable of management would have to be changed. Employment equity initiatives should be judged on the level of black control and not restricted to ownership criteria.
Ms N Kahn (Senior Executive Manager: Labour Relations, DOL) concurred with some of the recommendations and agreed that the relationship between DOL and the Gender Commission could be enhanced. A renewed campaign to promote economic empowerment would be considered including interaction within NEDLAC and other departments. Recommended changes to the enforcement system would be contemplated.
Disabled People of SA briefing
Mr M ka Toni (Secretary-General) provided an overview of the organisation's history and legislative background. A Code of Good Practice had been created in partnership with DOL to promote the increased intake of disabled people into the job market. The Code had not been well received by employers initially and points of resistance had been studied to devise reactions. A Disability Code had been drawn up and attempts made to increase representation within the public sector. Current legislation allowed employers to set their own targets with marked variances in practice. Figures on disabled participation within different management levels were provided and proposals to alleviate the plight of the disabled were posited. A major problem lay within the 18-35 age group in terms of access to employment. Quality data should be acquired to support claims for assistance and additional resources. DPSA would have to operate in collaboration with related entities such as DOL, COSATU and the private sector. Sound statistics would result in informed decisions and vigilant enforcement strategies were needed to ensure compliance. Current models of recruitment would have to be re-assessed and a cohesive response generated.
Mr Mzondeki recounted the example of a disabled blind youth who contemplated suicide at one stage but recovered to pursue a law degree at university and became a practicing attorney. The negative perception of disabled people held by the majority of employers had to change and could be construed as a form of resistance to transformation. An agency should be established to promote the placement of the disabled in learnerships. The youth should be encouraged to participate in the National Skills Development strategy. Training initiatives could be improved by partnerships with the public sector and Members could assist in spreading the DPSA message within their respective constituencies.
Mr Mashudulu asked for evidence on how employers defined disability as offensive practices could arise from inappropriate definitions. The right to economic activity should not be infringed by discrimination. Sufficient data was available on the extent of the problem but further research would enhance knowledge. The recruitment campaign should be more practical and departments should set an example by regular placement of advertisements directed at the disabled. Monitoring mechanisms should be instituted to check compliance.
Mr ka Toni stated that, despite difficulties, progress had been made and certain large retailers had instituted significant disabled employment. DPSA sought to highlight the positive developments to counter weaknesses. The notion of learnerships would be considered and a resume of current definitions on disability would be forwarded to Members. A campaign to advance increased recruitment was a necessity and partnerships with affiliated bodies would be fostered. Training within the public sector would be pursued vigorously.
BUSA briefing
Detail was provided on BUSA's contribution to employment equity with particular reference to the proliferation of sector charters guiding the transformation of the economy. The rationale behind employment equity and attempts to promote equity were explained. Equity was focused on ownership and skills development and an alignment of requirements was needed to formulate a collective effort. A case study focused on Woolworths' programme to employ disabled people was presented outlining successes and lessons learnt.
The Chairperson stated that insufficient time remained for questions and answers and a follow-up meeting with BUSA would occur on 24 June 2005. She asked Members to reserve questions until then.
The meeting was adjourned.
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- Stop using Devel::DProf. It has been replaced by Devel::NYTProf. You'll get much better information.
- Run your page requests 10-100 times in one profiling session, or wait to enable the profiler until after the first request. If you don't, the setup time will swallow everything else.
- Profile a real application, or at least something with a database request in it. If you profile a "hello world" app you'll wind up spending hours working on things that increase performance by 0.1%.
- I think it would be a mistake to use HTML::Template::Pro. Its only real speed advantage is when running as CGI, and if you care about performance, you should be using mod_perl or FastCGI. There are faster templating tools than HTML::Template, but I've never seen it be the bottleneck in any real application.
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UK hails its blue-eyed Sikh soldier
UK hails its blue-eyed Sikh soldier- Hindustan Times
150,000-strong British Army, but Sikh soldiers have become the toast of the fighting force. Private Ranvir Singh, a reservist with 151 London Transport Regiment, is now the UK government's ambassador tasked with building bridges with that country's formidable Sikh population.
He is credited with dispelling rumours about bullying, harassment and racism in the British army and also encouraging young people to enlist.
Singh has been visiting Gurdwaras across England to reach out to the Sikh community and share his experiences in the Army.
The British army website quotes Singh's Commanding Officer Lieutenant Colonel Adrain Lee as saying, "The work Private Singh has done on behalf of the British Army has been exemplary. At a time when conflicts occur as much over ideals as over territory, ensuring good communication across community groups is critical."
The British army admits that his efforts have been instrumental in improving its relationship with the Gurdwaras and engaging effectively with Sikhs. The Army Community Liaisons Office for London says, "They (Sikhs) now see a face they recognise and that builds up a trust with the Sikh community and the army."
Singh is not the first Sikh to be flung into limelight. Signaller Simranjit 'Sim' Singh and Lance Corporal Sarvjit Singh made waves last year after they became the first Sikh soldiers to wear turbans on public duties guarding Her Majesty the Queen and protecting the Crown Jewels.
Iqbal Singh Dhaliwal, who heads the Indian Overseas Youth Congress, told Hindustan Times from Leicester that young Sikhs were increasingly stepping forward to join the British Army.
"Sikhs have integrated well into the army. We are organising a blood donation camp this month for supplies to British troops in Afghanistan," Dhaliwal said.
Private Singh has been a reservist for around four years and was earlier deployed to Bosnia with the 2nd Battalion Royal Gurkha Rifles. There are two female Sikhs in the army.
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Royal Princess Comes to CA for a Limited Time
A Royal Princess is Coming to California
Mexican Rivera Cruise
April 27, 2019 - May 4, 2019
Balcony Stateroom starting at $1,199*/Mini Suite Stateroom Starting at $1,674*
Day 1 - Embark - Los Angeles World Port - 4:00pm
Before you arrive at the ship you may want to visit the sights of Los Angeles and surrounding areas.
The City of Angels always hovers between dream and reality. Once a near-forgotten colonial outpost, the pueblo metamorphosed into an agrarian paradise before reinventing itself as a movie colony. Perhaps no other city owes so much to the technological innovations of the 20th century, from the automobile to the airplane. Little wonder that LA is oft described as the "dream machine." In LA, reinvention is a way of life. Yet this talent for change has created a city with a rich ethnic diversity and a sizzling culture. LA is the source for trends that migrate across the country and then the world. Where else can you enjoy a Thai taco or munch on a kosher burrito? Or travel from downtown's high rises to the beaches of Malibu, shopping in Beverly Hills along the way?
Day 2 - A relaxing day at sea
There are so many things to do on sea days. First thing is to check out the "Princess Patter" for activities going on that day. Visit the spa for a relaxing massage or mani/pedi, pools, gym or just explore the ship!
Day 3 - Cabo San Lucas 11am - 8pm
(Tender Required), (Wheelchair Access Limited)
Millennia ago, Cabo San Lucas was part of the Mexican mainland. Then a massive rupture of the San Andreas Fault sent the waters of the Pacific crashing into the newly formed depression, creating the Sea of Cortez and the Baja Peninsula. Lying at the very tip of Baja, where the Pacific meets the Sea of Cortez, Cabo San Lucas - or "Cabo" - is one of the premier resort destinations in the Western Hemisphere. Swim in the transparent waters, marvel at the wealth of marine life, relax on one of the white-sand beaches or try your hand at some of the finest sportfishing in the world.
Day 4 - Mazatlán, Mexico 8am - 6pm
Lying just below the Tropic of Cancer, Mazatlan boasts a superb year-round climate. Mazatlan, a name that means "Place of the Deer," sits on a peninsula at the feet of the rugged Sierra Madre, and the Cerro de Neveria - "Ice Box Hill" - divides the area's rocky Pacific beaches from the broad, white-sand beaches beloved by visitors. The climate, the beaches, and the world-class sportfishing have turned this commercial fishing port into one of the world's top resort destinations. Yet while visitors flock to the markets, bathe in the sun, or marvel at the airborne ballet of the famed Papantla dancers, Mazatlan remains one of Mexico's major Pacific ports - the city exports over 40 million pounds of shrimp every year.
Day 5 - Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, 7am - 6pm
Puerto Vallarta was sleepy no more; its transformation into an international resort had begun. Then director John Huston chose the village as the location for his film "Night of the Iguana," starring Richard Burton. Today, the city has its own "Gringo Gulch," a haunt of the rich and famous. Travelers are also drawn by its climate, its excellent shopping - which offers great values on leather goods, jewelry, and handicrafts - and mile after mile of palm-lined beaches.
Day 7 - A relaxing Sea Day
The ship comes alive on sea days. Visit the Piazza for ongoing entertainment, play bingo, explore the duty free shops, have that glass of champagne, learn about artists at the art auction or visit the Lotus Spa.
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Taxes, Fees and Port Expenses additional $120.00 pp
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Wednesday July 25, 2018
5 minutes
Come Away With Me
Norah Jones
I walk out of the council woman's house and stare a mountain square in the eye.
My jaw drops. The sky cartwheels. The pink drips off the clouds and into my veins. I drink, greedy, like a humming bird first to the bloom.
I tell her I would like to bring you here for an urban hike so you can see this pocket of the city we live in but don't even know yet.
I think of taking you to the Rosemary sanctuary. I know if I do you will have to pull me away with some force.
The council woman says nobody knows about this place. She knows all her neighnours.Loves Carla's garden.
Down the road a teenager lighting a joint under a tree asks me if that guy's okay.
I ask what guy.
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This month Victoria Parkey takes a break from the bangers to reflect on why Shazam is one of the greatest gifts that modern technology has bestowed upon on us.
Recently something horrifying appeared on my Spotify account; a playlist entitled "My Shazam Tracks". It's 315 songs long – every track I have ever used the popular music identification app to discern. While on surface level this might not seem too bad, there are three primary situations in which I have Shazamed over the years I've had this app on my phone:
– in overpriced cafés
– in overpriced vintage clothes shops
– to pretend I'm familiar with a song a guy I am dating has put on
Because of number three on that list, 'My Shazam Tracks' is more than just a playlist – it's a hideous timeline of my dating history flashbacks told through music.
Highlights include:
– 'Radio Sweetheart' by Elvis Costello. I was ghosted by this guy after three dates which is weird because I'm a joy.
– 'Hey Mama' David Guetta – I've repressed almost everything about this experience but the date that it was added to the playlist tells me I was still in my first year of university and I used to drink a lot of Sambuca then.
– 'Apple Orchard' by Beach House – Shazamed because I can't tell the difference between any of Beach House's songs but I liked this guy and he liked Beach House.
There are, however, moments of pure musical gold scattered throughout the playlist that meant I didn't have to instantly delete it and pretend it never existed – tracks that I heard by chance out-and-about that have gone on to become some of my favourites.
I used the app to put a name to The National's 'Bloodbuzz Ohio', when I was in sixth form, which paved way for me loving them an embarrassing amount and whose music I constantly turn to.
There's Solange's 'Losing You' that I used to hear through the wall as my next-door neighbour in my university halls would listen to it endlessly, and I love it because the moment I hear that unmistakable Blood Orange-produced groove it instantly reminds me of my flatmate, being 18 and having left home and being overwhelmed and brand new to London.
There's also The Isley Brother's 'This Old Heart Of Mine', that makes me feel happier than anything else and is testament to how much music can influence my mood – and Carly Rae Jepsen's 'Making The Most of the Night' one of my favourite melodramatic (that drum break…) and atmospheric pop songs of the last few years.
So, thanks Shazam, for helping me pretend to know what I'm talking about to impress boys and introducing me to bangers.
Follow Victoria on Twitter for more pop hits | Illustration by Owain Anderson


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How MGM Resorts Started Its Own Healthcare Plan
How MGM Resorts Started Its Own Healthcare Plan
It was an innovative approach – some may have called it a gamble – but the company's leadership team knew it would be worth it.
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With a workforce of 50,000 in Las Vegas, MGM Resorts saw a unique opportunity to improve the quality of healthcare for employees and their families as well as the entire population of Southern Nevada. The MGM Resorts Direct Care Healthcare Plan was designed to provide less costly access to their primary care physician while also improving wellness and overall health.
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Read Isaiah 25:6-10a
God is coming to be with us.
But it's not just the fact that God is coming
to be with us which the prophet celebrates.
It is also the joyous good news that the
very Kingdom of God is arriving.
And how do we know this?
The royal throne, the seat of absolute power,
will be replaced with a manger, which holds the
One who has set aside his equality with God
to become one of us.
The palace, with all its gold, its embroidered
finery, its jewel-encrusted china, will be torn
down as God takes up residence in a barn.
The center of God's rule will move from
the royal city, where kings plot and armies
clash, where politicians hire speech writers
to come up with the best sound bites,
where high priests dine in splendor
as the poor serve in despair, to tiny,
insignificant Bethlehem of Ephrathah,
where choirs of angels proclaim the birth
of the Messiah.
The One we wait for is coming to be with
us, the prophet proclaims: in unexpected places,
at times not on our calendar, in people we would
normally choose to ignore.
God is coming to be with us: to upset our
applecarts filled with wants, to feed us with
peace and hope till our bellies ache, to grasp the
hem of the divine robe and wipe away our tears,
to take away the shroud of death with which we
have wrapped ourselves.
God is coming: for no better reason than to
save us.
Come. Please come. Do not delay, do not wait
any longer. Come, God-with-us, come. Amen.
(c) 2005 Thom M. Shuman
Sunday, December 11, 2005
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Do your students know the man behind the mask? This screen-based game is a perfect match if you're doing a talk on identity or masks.
Here's how the game works: Students are shown a picture of a superhero along with the superhero's name. They have to guess the superhero's secret identity.
There's lots of different ways you can play this game but here are a couple of our favorite game play options.
- Text in your answer: to get the whole crowd and their phones involved, have students text in their answer and show their answers on the screen (you can use a free service like Poll Everywhere). The first one to answer the question correctly wins!
- Head-to-Head: have two students face off at the front of the room. Have the competing students stand face to face with their hands behind their back. Place a buzzer in front of the competing students on a table or stand. The first student to hit the buzzer guesses first.
Pro Tip: For a game like this, allow students to use their phones to get the answers. That way all students (even those who aren't into comics) can play.
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Enaam Masters Germany
Deutsche Kart Meisterschaft–Ampfing 2-4/5/14
Fresh from his win at the Super Masters Cup at La Conca last weekend, Enaam was invited to race in Germany, in Ampfing. This was part of the National German Series known as DKM (Deutsche Kart Meisterschaft). This series is noted for its varying tracks across Germany and Belgium. Although an unscheduled event in Enaam's racing calendar, it would provide new challenges which would only help develop a more comprehensive driver. Racing on unknown tracks and against local more experienced drivers meant he had a lot to gain this weekend win or lose.
Friday morning, and the very tight and twisting track was proving to be a tough test for Enaam. The pressure was further increased as the Team learnt that Sebastian Vettel, the current Formula One World Champion, was competing at the event. Enaam would have to be outstanding to impress this crowd. During testing Enaam showed some consistency in clocking the top 5 fastest times. Enaam persevered with his team analysing data and making mechanical tweeks to the kart but he kept falling short against the local drivers. He finished a poor 11th in qualifying. Disappointed but not defeated he worked through the night to hopefully improve in the heats on Saturday.
The rain on Saturday further dampened the RFM Team's mood and Enaam knew he would have to race out of his skin to win in Ampfing. And that is exactly what he did! He drove two fantastic heats with perfectly executed starts, whilst making the relevant adjustments on course enabling him to win with a very wide margin. The pole position for the Pre Final on Sunday.
The sun was out on Finals day to greet the racers. With an 18 Degrees temperature, it meant Enaam would have to revert back to a dry weather style of driving. If he could master the two corners he would be a threat in the finals. The Pre Final begun well and Enaam managed to maintain the lead for the majority of the race. However, on the 19th lap a crafty manoeuvre by the 16 year old local driver Thomas Preining, knocked Enaam back into 2nd position, and this is how the race finished. Enaam felt disappointed and patronised by Preining's manoeuvre and wanted to settle the score in the final.
The Final started with Preining leading and continuously trying to play a "cat and mouse" style of game with Enaam. He would slow down to allow Enaam to get close, and then suddenly speed off again trying to deflate the fight out of Enaam. Karma prevailed as Preining's cockiness eventually put him out of the race. As he was attempting to slow down his kart oiled up, and Enaam smartly adjusted his carburettor and overtook him. Preining was parked on the side whilst Enaam cruised to victory. Who had the last laugh? Enaams 17 point lead meant he was well on his way to winning the championship formally won by drivers such as Micheal Schumacher (1987), Nico Hulkenberg (2003), Sebastian Vettel (2001) and Robert Kubica (1999).
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See? Even Abraham thinks the show needs to make with the question-answering already.
Recaps are in!
Raz gets all psycho-analytical in:
While Bricken is sick of the singles and ready to mingle:
I am committed to a social thing tonight, but please use this space for SPOILER-FREE discussion of Always Accountable.
Really need to vent? Visit us over in the Spoilerific Reaction Thread, which will be 93% lower in "OMG" since I'm not live-commenting tonight. Please thoroughly enjoy the resulting rise in comment quality.
Got a recap, review, hot take, hot cake, or otherwise need to vent your spleen? Leave me a link in the comments, and I'll add it.
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The forgotten heroes of a forgotten war. And the young people ask me, "what are they marching for?" And I ask myself the same question, and the band plays Waltzing Matilda.
I got on the bandwagon a little late for Inktober, but I'm going to do as many of these music pieces as I can throughout the month. All songs that I am illustrating arouse patriotism within myself, and weren't written by a slave-owning lawyer. This song may be about Austrailian World War 1 veterans on the Turkish front. As an American, I can still relate and feel patriotic when hearing the woe of a soldier and the loss of innocence.