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Friday, January 21, 2011
Every High MUST have a low???
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I know just how you feel. My son had a similiar day. But "this too shall pass" thats what My Mom used to say. Glad you had a chance to go out with Hubby. I'm Jealous! Have a great day! Blessings, JoanneReplyDelete
- AnonymousFriday, January 21, 2011 9:34:00 AM
Praying he has a better day. How an you be upset after the necklace though:) Glad you had a nice night out, we all need them once in a while!ReplyDelete
Hoping and praying for a better day. The heart shape is adorable, though.ReplyDelete
We all have days like this. Did Cole ever say why he said that. Maybe the children were picking on him and that is what happen. When the teachers leave and children do things I think the teacher should try and figure it out on her own. Who knows what happens.. Poor guy.. I love the heart and that you got to out with Rick I am happy for you..ReplyDelete
i agree with joanne...ReplyDelete
'this too shall pass'...
repeat.. then breathe!!!
kids will always be kids..
so glad you and rick got such an awesome time, sounds super fun!!
have a wonderful wkend!!!!!!!
These kids... I really feel for them because so often times their words take them to places their hearts know they shouldn't go.ReplyDelete
It isn't always easy being a little guy ❤
Gotta love the highs and the lows all wrapped up together LOL. I hope he had a better day. And so happy you got to go on a date. I honestly can't remember the last time we went on a date.ReplyDelete
So glad that your day ended well--with the date, the heart-shaped necklace, and the hot cocoa! It's awesome that the date was Rick's idea, and so sweet that Cole shaped your necklace into a heart!ReplyDelete
I'm sorry your day was mixed...I hope it gets betterReplyDelete
So sorry for the bad part of you day and so happy for the good part of your day! We need to do coffee soon! Saturday? Sunday?ReplyDelete
So glad you got to go out on your date. So sorry that Cole was havingReplyDelete
a bad day, I will keep him in my prayers. He hearts you!
Love your coffee cup!ReplyDelete
Dont worry too much, sometimes kids just have those kinds of days. No one wants to be nice all the time. Maybe the kid really is a weirdo! lol
Hopefully things will get better. Remember we all have bad days and you probably won't even remember this in a few months.ReplyDelete
I'm glad you got out for a date night! It can be a hassle for us moms to get everything ready so we can get out but it's worth it.
We home school and have since Kora was in first grade but she likes to say things and then not admit them too.. Just must be the age or something.. Hope he had a better day at school..ReplyDelete
:( school is hard on the kiddlets specially when its a change in school...we have found that out with Lochlan..but well its not just a new school for us lol..new country! New culture! He is already dreadin goin back to school...but im hopin come Jan 31st his first day of 2nd grade goes off without any problems! Glad u n the hubster got out and had a few hours together! Its nice to do once in a while and u sure deserve it darling!ReplyDelete
What a wonderful heart your son left for you. Hope that he has a better day today. One of my grandson's gives parents and teachers a challenge at times. Glad that you had fun at the comedy club. We all need a little laugh once in awhile.ReplyDelete
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OH, poor Cole. Wish he could go back to his other school. I'm sorry he is having such a hard time. Give him a hug for me. I know it's no excuse to misbehave, but it's really hard at his age, plus I see he understood you and Rick by the adorable heart he left you... what a sweet thing for him to do.ReplyDelete
So sweet that Rick took you out on his day off - I do believe that he is starting to "get" it!!
You look so pretty in both the red and the black. BTW, I love hot cocoa with Baileys.
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Bison hears a lot of noise in the lab and runs in to find that the doctor's work is done -there are now three mutants on the rampage. They are busy fighting each other but they stop when Bison enters. Bison is able to command them and is happy with the results. He's going to use them to fight the Street Fighters. The mutants happily start hugging each other rather than killing each other.
Back at the tournament, Blanka is fighting Guy whilst Guile takes on Birdie. Guile defeats Birdie by using his flash kick whilst Blanka beats Guy, meaning the two of them will be moving on to the next stage.
Bison is still really impressed with his new mutants, even though they have resumed fighting among themselves and are basically trashing the place. The doctor thinks they are evil and they must be destroyed, but Bison says that these three will be the ones who destroy Guile and the other Street Fighters.
Chun-Li and Cammy are fighting each other, but secretly they have already decided on which one of them is going to win. After an exchange of several attacks, Chun-Li throws her opponent out of the ring but Cammy let her do that deliberately. Elsewhere, at the temple Blanka was at earlier...
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Balrog is the one filming them and he's doing it for a reason. He tells Bison that the tape he is making will be ready shortly. It is all part of a plan to make the people hate the Street Fighters.
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Back in the arena, the Street Fighters aren't fairing that well against the mutants. Blanka says that their opponents are somehow the work of Dhalsim, but Guile is more interested in saving their own lives before trying to figure out where these new mutants came from. He throws a sonic boom.
It hits his opponent but has little effect. Guile instead decides to create a distraction, so he and Chun-Li use their projectiles to take out the lighting above the ring. It falls down all over the arena and gives them a chance to run, whilst the dim-witted mutants just stand there.
The mutants get crushed as Chun-Li asks what those things were. Blanka explains that they are created from the worst research Dhalsim did, but someone must have taken his work and reused it. Bison sees that his mutants are gone and is understandably angry as a result. He decides to go for his B plan and takes the tape from Balrog. Meanwhile the Street Fighters are celebrating again when...
...up on the arena TV screens, a video is played of Guile, Blanka and Chun-Li entering the temple and destroying the sacred relics inside it. When the crowds see this video they get angry. Since there is no way they can get past all these people through the normal exits, Guile creates a new one by throwing a sonic boom into the ring's floor and the three of them jump down the hole mae by it.
They meet up with the rest of the team before heading outside, donning simple disguises. Guile knows that Bison is behind this but they'll have to go back to that temple to find out how he did it. Cammy, Chun-Li, Ryu and Ken create a distraction so the crowds go after them, which lets Guile and Blanka get to the temple unnoticed.
They (somehow) find Bison's secret HQ in it. The scientist guy comes running and tells them to leave now -Bison is going to blow this place up, and he intends to detonate the explosives anklet wrapped round his ankle to do it. Blanka says he can get that off whilst Guile goes into the control room and sees the edited video footage of himself, Blanka and Chun-Li.
Blanka uses his electricity to get the anklet off, but it is still active and can still explode. Guile takes it and starts to run. Blanka gets the scientist to send out a message to the people, explaining that the Street Fighters have been framed and that Bison was the one behind it. The video then (somehow) shows Guile running with the anklet.
Guile gets to a safe place and throws the anklet upwards before using his flash kick to destroy it. It explodes in an absolutely massive fireball, which sends shockwaves. And wouldn't you know it, the helicopter Bison and Balrog were escaping in gets caught in the blast. But rather than crashing, the helicopter just kind of stutters a bit and continues to fly. Bison manages to get away once again.
With their names cleared, the Street Fighters have completed their mission but they see what the new thing in the fighting scene is: caged matches. None of them are that bothered though and they all walk off.
This episode has cameo appearances by other Street Fighter characters. Adon, Rose, Sodom, Guy and Birdie can all be spotted. All these characters except Adon will make appearances in future episodes, only they actually get to speak.
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After all the hype of the past week leading up to Black Friday, we decided to venture out into the world of massive sales and astronomical blowouts and deeply discounted electronics.
But where'd you all go? Did we miss all of you? Did you already head home to make Turkey Helper?
We drove over to Rice Village this afternoon. Nothing doing. Parking spots were relatively plentiful, meaning you didn't have to stalk some poor lady drinking a latte as she walked out to her SUV. The stores looked just as busy as they would be on a typical Saturday. Even all the usual suspects along the way seemed just ho-hum.
The Galleria seemed pretty packed, but it may have just been the asinine traffic. You know, the people trying to make senseless lane changes. All reports coming out of that mall spoke of crowding, but nothing on a catastrophically busy scale. The new mall complex surrounding the House Of Blues looked slow and lonely. Even that fancy new bookstore was all tumbleweeds.
Either this whole "recession" thing is really spooking people into holding onto those dollars in breathless anticipation of the bottom falling out and rolling down the gutter, or it was the nasty ass weather we are having currently. But it's November for chrissakes! I got a bitchin' pair of earmuffs I wanna break out! I got no business wearing a pair of sandals putting up Christmas lights.
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Brett Perry
19:32 18 Jan 20
My humidifier and furnace were malfunctioning during an extremely cold week (-40 with the wind chill). The owner of the company was able to inspect and repair the issues last minute. I'm very grateful for the expert service and information he provided.I would highly recommend Air Force for their expertise and strong dedication to the job especially during the cold and busy winter season
Shawnie F
18:12 17 Jan 20
We are in the middle of a deep freeze and Air Force came to my rescue!!! They were able to fix my furnace and hot water tank and they took the time to teach me what to do to try prevent this in the future in such severe weather. While I waited for them to come they also gave me tips on how to keep my house warm and they did their best to try come here sooner. They were also very professional, kind and inexpensive. I would recommend them to everyone!
Liz G
02:21 14 Jan 20
Always very helpful. These guys will do a great job and won't gouge you for good service.
Spaget Family
18:08 10 Jan 20
Great experience and customer service from Ivan at Air Force Heating. They responded quickly to an after-hours emergency and quickly diagnosed and repaired the furnace.
Jaime Munoz
00:52 11 Dec 19
Exceptional customer , service. Thanks for listening to our thoughtsd and proving us with your expertise feedback, felt very personalized instead of feeling that your justmaking the sale pitch.
James Mcclelland
20:03 09 Dec 19
Finally, some colder weather that would make my new garage furnace perform.I chose the Reznor UDAS-45 V3 sealed combustion, high efficiency furnace because of the risk of dust explosion in my shop. The Reznor really heats my 22' X 24' insulated garage very quickly (and is relatively quiet).Ivan and Nick installed the unit on the coldest day of September - and persevered through it most of the day. They were focused on a neat and tidy installation which they accomplished in a timely fashion. It was so neat in fact, that the gas inspector remarked, "exceptional job".Air Force was much cheaper, with a better furnace, than the three other quotes I got from the larger, better known companies. Terrific job, guys.I highly recommend Air Force Heating and Air Conditioning Inc for any HVAC work.
Manuel Molina
03:05 24 Nov 19
Great and fast service. Have been dealing with Iván with various of my projects and would highly recommend him and his team.
Devon Cox
17:04 18 Nov 19
New Furnace and HW tank needed. Great response time on initial request, quick quote back and very competitively priced. Quick install time booked (2 days later). Install went fast and everything was explained to me before, during and after. Would highly recommend to anyone.
Karen Higgins
00:35 04 Nov 19
Excellent, knowledgeable service!I highly recommend Air Force if you're looking for a furnace replacement or any repairs. After years of problems with a newish(2009) Carrier furnace we decided to buy a new furnace. When Ivan came to do a quote for us we immediately felt confident using his company Air Force. Ivan explained everything in detail on what we needed. The furnace installed previously was too big for the size of our house, which we have heard before from different services we've had in. We replaced our Carrier high efficiency furnace with a Trane high efficiency furnace from Air Force. We have been using our new furnace now for 3 days over the weekend and it is amazing! We no longer have cold spots in the house.Ivan took the time to explain how our new furnace would work and how to manage our heat preferences. Ivan and his crew also took the time (without being asked) to fixed up our old 1961 ducts sheet metal around the furnace and wonky venting which had been tampered with for years. Over the years of problems, we've had multiple quotes and advice, but I found Air Force were the most knowledgeable and straightforward.Air Force is affordable, professional and I trust recommending them to anyone.
Alan Hardonk
01:04 01 Nov 19
I will only use Ivan and his men for my major appliances. He's done my water heater, AC, and a new furnace. Fast quality service at a fair price.
Alejandra Maldonado
13:26 31 Oct 19
Excellent service, they arrived to check my furnace right away after I called them.We decided it's time for a new furnace and they give a very good quote and quality. I'm so grateful that the other company that I called didn't want the work. Thank you.
sue brigliadori
19:24 08 Oct 19
GREAT VALUE !! GREAT INFORMATION !! GREAT EXPERIENCE !!After 42 years, we decided it was time to replace our furnace with a more efficient and quieter model. We reviewed a total of five quotes for price, equipment, warranty and quick availability of installation and chose Air Force because of the value of the equipment to be supplied (we reviewed Furnaces Prices.ca for comparison shopping) and the thoroughness of Kevin in both explaining the equipment and the specific installation requirements which would apply to our install. Their pricing was also among the lowest. Air Force was able to install within two business days, and both Ivan, the owner of the company and Nick, his assistant installer were courteous, professional, knowledgeable and efficient throughout the day. They placed a high value on ensuring that we were aware of what they were doing throughout, and reviewed operation of the new equipment with us as the installation proceeded. This was important as our installation required our heating to be brought up to code. Kevin also stopped in on installation day to ensure everything was going as expected. They returned the next day to complete another job which we had requested and then returned again to solve a small pipe leak which just required a small reseal. Throughout this process, they proved to be better housekeepers than me, ensuring all construction and installation debris was removed. The City of Calgary inspector passed their work with flying colours !!Our "warmest" regards to Ivan, Nick and Kevin for a job well done. We would not hesitate to recommend Air Force Heating and Air Conditioning Inc. to our friends and family, or to anyone needing an installation and\or upgrade.
Karen S.
14:55 07 Oct 19
Highly recommend Ivan and his team. Ivan got us the quote the next day. Ivan and Nick were able to get the Filter Box installed the same week. Very impressed with the workmanship and explanation of the new filter box and filters for the Air Conditioner in summer and filters for winter.
Vadim Kazakov
02:00 03 Oct 19
Very thorough and honest company. We had a furnace issue and this company was the first to get back to us and had a technician at our house within a few hours. They worked very diligently to fix the furnace, coming back after their first fix seemed to fail after a bit of time. Turned out we needed a very expensive repair, so we decided to purchase a new unit. Kevin and Ivan treated us very fairly and offered a great price. They were able to install a unit the next day. Installers were punctual and very professional. Would definitely hire again and highly recommend.
Tracy Butler Rondeau Harding
22:04 17 Sep 19
Excellence!! In every area!! This is the best experience I have ever had with a company. Kev took the time to stop by every day to see how the work was going. He was genuinely interested in any thoughts or concerns, right down to the details. Chad and Nick were in my home for two days. They were very polite, respectful, and hard working. They checked with me about my thoughts on the work regularly. They were knowledgable about all the aspects of each job. Garage Heater, New water tank, new furnace, and a gas fire place! I very Highly Recommend this company!!!
Cheryl Deman
01:55 15 Sep 19
Moved back to Calgary after being in BC for 12 years. Purchased a house that needed some work, including central air and a new hot water tank.Had 3 different quotes. Kevin came to give an estimate, and he immediately made us comfortable with his knowledge of the product, and his great customer service. The installers, Nick and Chad showed up, they were very professional, efficient, and made me feel comfortable having them in our home. Kevin came by during the install to check on the progress of the installation and to ask if we had any questions.At the end of the day, Nick and Chad cleaned up everything as if they had never been there! Nick also spent time showing my husband how to use the thermostat before they left.I would ABSOLUTELY recommend this company to anyone! From customer service, to a great competitive price, this is the company you want!! Thank you Kevin, Nick, and Chad!! .
Court Dewitt
23:38 27 Aug 19
I had Ivan out to my place to do a hot water tank replacement. He was very professional and timely, even showing up a few minutes early. Him and his coworker were very quick and clean. They layed out all their protection before hand and cleaned up well after. Their work was great. I would definitely recommend them in the future to anyone looking.
Lauren Annon
21:58 27 Aug 19
These guys are excellent, replaced 2 furnaces and an A/C unit for me in one day. Didn't try to upsell me, took full measurements of my house and explained the best units for our needs. We are very happy with our decision to use Ivan and his team. Would highly recommend them plus their after install follow up and service is incredible. Well done guys!
Joshua Blyth
21:34 12 Aug 19
I've had the pleasure of dealing with Ivan and his team with both new A/C and Furnace Installations. They are very knowledgable and install quality products. I highly recommend Air Force Heating for any heating or cooling installations.
18:58 24 Jul 19
prompt service... hard working, honest and trustable people. highly recommended to everyone 🙂
03:11 20 Jul 19
Prompt, professional service at a very reasonable cost. Highly recommended!
Cindy Casper
23:10 12 Jul 19
Great team arrived on time, completed the work, were tidy workers, finished on schedule. Great crew and very happy with the work completed.
Shane Ishmael
15:39 01 Jul 19
Great work by this team. Sales, Product, and Service were all top notch. Would recommend them for any in the market looking for an AC unit.
Colin Mac
10:30 31 May 19
Air Force came highly recommended to me. They held up to the recommendation. The quote was quick and simple with nothing but honesty. The installation was flawless. I had a second quote done, the other company was substantially more expensive, and was trying to sell all the extra add ones that add little to no value. Air Force was the best choice!
Johnny Spindler
18:08 26 May 19
Great customer service by Don and fantastic install by Diego and Chad !Don really took the time to explain their warranty vs other warranties and advised I should read the fine print on all the quotes I received. Their warranty was definitely the best one out of the companies I received quotes from and that's why I chose Air Force Heating !Chad and Diego put blankets on my floors so they wouldn't dirty them and fully explained the install process. They were even very patient when our curious dog Nina kept putting her nose in their work while they were working ! install looks very clean and professional.
Priscilla Trinh
18:24 25 May 19
Great experience working with Air Force to install new A/C!They were able to provide an initial quote through email, which I thought was awesome as most places require a house visit first. During the initial visit to inspect my house, Don was very friendly and I appreciated that there was no pressure at all to choose them. I managed to catch their early bird deal in May, so the price was quite a bit lower than the other companies I asked for quotes from.During the actual service day, Chad arrived on time, and both him and Diego were polite and courteous. The appointment took about 3 hours, as expected, and they made sure to clean up after. They walked through what was done and gave an overview of basic operation and procedure.Overall very pleased with the experience and looking forward to not sleeping in 28° rooms this summer in my townhome with east/west facing windows!
Victoria K
01:54 18 May 19
Very professional & knowledgeable. They explained how everything worked I was very pleased with there work I would recommend to all my friends and family
Katie Hogan
14:04 03 May 19
If there was a 6 star option we would choose that! These guys went above and beyond installing our new AC as there was particularly tricky cable pull involved. They were professional, friendly and did a couple extra little things for us. They were offered us the best price and had lots of excellent packages. We had 4 companies come and give us a quote and they were the clear favorite. In the future we will be calling on them again. Thank you, guys!
Kirsten Schwartz
22:39 03 Apr 19
I was very happy with Air force. Our rep Chad was a friendly guy. He came in for a quote VERY quickly after calling for an inquiry. Price was competitive, installation happened nice and quick after we decided to use them and the installers were quick, efficient and polite. I would use them again and would gladly recommend them to others.
Julie Carter
21:02 29 Mar 19
Air Force is amazing! Came out in a timely manner and installed a new furnace and hot water tank. They even had time to look at a picture my daughter drew for them. Awesome works guys!
Diego Vazquez
13:28 29 Mar 19
Friendly, efficient, honest and go above and beyond. They installed an A/C unit and hot water tank in a timely manner. They did a great job, explained everything that was simple to understand. Would definetly recommend them! and will be using them anytime as needed
Михаил Подчинок
01:38 29 Mar 19
Thank you Air Force for another quality installation!My 14 year old furnace and hot water tank needed to be replaced ASAP and you guys hit it once again with quality, on time and budget.Defenatly recomend this company to anyone who is looking to replace theirs!Great job!
22:46 20 Mar 19
We were in the market for a new AC system and called around for a few quotes. We went with Air Force because they had competitive pricing, great warranty & the install was quick and clean. We are very happy with our new equipment. Chad was professional and knowledgeable during our consultation/quote and basically provided us with the same information we'd need for sizing in half the time as the other salesman from the other companies which made us feel confident in going with Air Force. He was able to schedule us in a few days later and he also installed it. Thank you Chad and Air Force for the amazing work! We couldn't be happier with the entire process.
Darren MacDonald
02:09 28 Feb 19
I had Air Force heating at my house on a cold -30 night when no one else was available. Ivan quickly found the problem and fixed it right away!! I was so impressed with this company that I decided to go with a new furnace . the whole process was extremely easy and very reasonably priced . Diego and Chad showed up the next morning and we're on time and extremely professional!!. I highly recommend Ivan and his team at Air Force heating.
Krista Finlayson
18:59 26 Jan 19
These guys were awesome! Just want to say what an awesome experience it was using your comonay! The service was amazing and Paul was awesome...explained everything to me and I understood it! Will definately recommend you guys and will use you from now on!
David Jablonski
20:08 10 Jan 19
Contacted Air Force to service our two furnaces as part of regular maintenance. Chad showed up on time and did his job. He found a defective part that had to be ordered and replaced. It took about 5-6 weeks to get here but that was out of their hands. Ivan kept me informed until it was ready to be installed. Again Chad was on time and performed his job as expected. I would highly recommend!!
John Peake
01:35 07 Jan 19
Had Ivan and his crew come in and install a Train air conditioner , they were on time and very professional . I will definitely be calling them when it's time for a new furnace or hot water tank .
Julia Latak
15:54 11 Dec 18
Our furnace broke in the middle of the night, classic case of winter furnace problems. We have 1.5 year old son and were in panic, to say the least. Air Force people were extremely helpful and responsive. Everything was done within 24 hours. Chad was super knowledgeable and helpful with helping what is the right product for us, without trying to sell the most expensive item. Super happy with them and would definitely recommend.
myles rivoire
17:20 22 Nov 18
I had Chad provide me with a competitive quote on an AC unit for my condo. He was professional, knowledgeable and gave me multiple options for my budget. He had a crew install it the next day and they did an excellent job. The installers were quick and did an amazing job. Very clean work.
Joanne McMonagle
18:42 08 Nov 18
We had Chad at Air Force come and do a furnace tuneup and were very pleased. He did an excellent job, was professional and courteous and very knowledgeable. He answered all of our questions with no pressure to purchase anything more. We highly recommend Air Force Heating and Air Conditioning!!
B Ed
18:39 08 Nov 18
A new furnace and AC is a big decision so I did a lot of research beforehand and I made the right choice choosing Air Force Heating. I don't usually write reviews but it was great service and a great product.
Julian Brockwell
01:13 06 Nov 18
Had an amazing experience today with air force heating today!! The guys came in did a great job I remember the one guys name (troy) he was very professional and did a great job on the install I couldn't be happier 🙂 🙂 Thanks Air Force Heating!!
Denver Foote
22:41 05 Nov 18
Excellent service, nice people and a job well done. Would highly recommend them!
Troy Foote
21:55 05 Nov 18
Had an awesome experience with the install team. They were extremely professional and in and out with my tankless install.
May Ngu
20:39 16 Oct 18
I sure owe Ivan a good review. I had my air conditioner and humidifier done from Ivan. The air conditioner works great, there was a bit of a drip from the humidifier but then Ivan get one of his employee came and fixed it the next day. I was very happy with Ivan's skills and knowledge as well as the service provided by his company. Thank you.
Chad McMonagle
03:07 09 Sep 18
Courtney Merritt
23:22 16 Aug 18
Incredibly professional, courteous and friendly team came to install our air conditioning unit. They showed up on time and finished quickly. They cleaned their work area very well, it looked as though no one was there at all! I would absolutely recommend Air Force Heating to anyone! Thanks so much.
Jay Bonham
23:10 16 Aug 18
Ivan and the team have not only done a great job on my palace, but has taken care of many of my friends also. Will keep recommending them to people!
17:29 11 Aug 18
Air Force has been awesome to deal with from the installation of my air conditioning, and much more recently my new furnace. Most recently Chad was very responsive and fair through the assessment and estimate process, and even better through the scheduling and timely install of my new furnace!! Thank you Chad for your professionalism through a job well done.
Lee Darichuk
18:26 02 Aug 18
Needed our home furnaces, ACs, and humidifiers replaced. Air Force's quote was the most competitive. They promised one day installation and they delivered - the crews were on time, clean, professional, and stayed as late as needed until the job was done. Two days later with highs of 28 degrees and the house is a consistent 22 degrees throughout. Pumped to see how well the modulating furnaces do over the winter. Thanks very much.
Andrew Woodward
23:17 26 Jul 18
Having moved form the UK 8 years ago, this company have provided the best customer service we have ever had. Their team are articulate from the technicians to the owner. They really care about their customers, it is certainly not a question of once we had paid they didnt want anything to do with us. When we need a new furnace we certainly wont hesitate to go back to Air Force.
Elizabeth Martin
15:56 11 Jul 18
I wish I could give 10 stars! We had an interesting install for our air conditioner. This is a long one.Our initial visit was done by Adam, who was excellent. He was easily the most thorough out of the initial visits we booked. The quote was provided electronically and was very detailed. A couple of high points first:-Very competitive price.-Comprehensive quote.-The best warranty of the companies we looked at: 5 years parts/labour/no call out fee.-Every single person we dealt with from beginning to end was polite and professional.-The final result is clean, solid, and exactly what was promised.Now the story:We had our water heater explode during our air conditioner install. The technician (Chad) noticed that it was leaking and went to have a closer look. That's when it went. Gallons of water all over our furnace room. Chad and Diego worked tirelessly to control the situation, cleaned it all up, and installed a new hot water heater on top of the already full day job of installing the air conditioner. It truly was above and beyond. I was incredibly impressed with their focus and professionalism.The crew even offered to try to fix the old water heater instead of just pushing a new one. (The old one was well past its life expectancy and not worth fixing.) They didn't leave until everything was fixed and clean. Then they came back the next day to double check everything and turn on the AC.We're going to need a new furnace in the next couple of years and I feel relieved that we know exactly who to call. I would recommend Air Force Heating and Air to anyone.
23:04 16 Jun 18
I got an AC unit installed and the entire process was great. The owner (coordinator) was honest and easy to deal with. There were some unique issues with the building code requirement with my home and the coordinator addressed it with his full attention. During the install, the crew laid down blankets and boards to avoid bringing in dirt into the house. I highly recommend Ivan and his crew.
A. Pollock
23:41 11 Jun 18
Customer service is outstanding with this company! From the initial phone call to the estimate to the installation and the final walkthrough, it has been non-stop greatness. This team has experienced professionals who won't rush, yet work in a timely manner, and are polite and kind in all conversations. They're honest and knowledgeable. The quality of product they install is pretty high up there, too! Thanks, Air Force Heating and A/C. Keep up the great work.
Eugene T
03:07 27 May 18
Ivan and his crew did an excellent job. I did my research with three other contractors. Best value and quality of the a/c was by far with them. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a high end a/c at a reasonable price.
Donald Mitschke
01:45 13 Apr 18
Just had an air conditioner installed, very satisfied.The quote process was well done. They determined the correct size of unit by using the energy inputs/outputs of the home (windows, appliances, etc) and also checked a wall temperature for me. The quote was electronic so you can easily see what is to be done and the price of each work item.The install was well done also. They installed and repaired everything I had asked for in the quote and also cleaned up some minor issues as well at no cost. Good warranty on parts and a longer labor warranty than others we had quoted. As mentioned overall very satisfied.
02:55 07 Apr 18
We had AC install ahead of cooling season(06APR2018), logistics in my home were tough. For our initial diagnostics for our home, Don whom provided all the answers to our questions prior to purchase and had a wealth of information about all our different options, he was just an absolute pleasure to deal with. For our install, Ivan and Vitali worked tirelessly until the job was done right, they worked in -22 WC weather to install my unit so I am all ready to rock for summer (It can't come fast enough!). Do yourself justice and call these guys in, they will take good care of you! They even noticed my furnace(which was not even what I called them for) was making some strange noise. As a courtesy they serviced my furnace free of charge! I am amazed and relieved there are still honest goodwilled hardworking companies out there. Airforce heating and air conditioning is at the top of that list. Don't think twice, call these guys for all your heating/cooling needs.
Chass M
14:02 30 Mar 18
We recently had a new air conditioner installed by Air Force. Don was extremely helpful with any questions along the way. His quote was extremely detailed and affordable. They were also offering the best warranty. He was honest (not trying to sell us on unnecessary extras like some of the other companies did) and always quick in returning our emails and calls. The install went well and everything was explained and demonstrated at the end. Very good experience and I would highly recommend them.
Lawrence Manzano
03:10 25 Jan 18
Got my water heater replaced last week by Air Force Heating, and everything is working well. Thank you Ivan for your prompt and good service.I recommend Air Force Heating for their high standard of service and competitive rate.
Geba Interiors Ltd
17:38 16 Nov 17
Called Air Force to install a garage heater.They bought the best heater and parts and were cheaper then anyone i called for quotes.HIGHLY RECOMMEND using AIR Force!!!
Joseph Laurin
17:58 04 Nov 17
helped me out majorly on very short notice, and were able to help me out budget wise. very quick efficient work. within a couple hours in and out.
Sheldon & Julie Penner
01:01 07 Oct 17
Airforce came today to install a new hot water tank. The two of them got to work and had it finished in no time. Nice and neat install and they took care to protect the flooring and area while they were working. Fair price, great service. Thanks Ivan
Daniel Simek
06:45 05 Oct 17
I used Air Force Heating and Air Conditioning for a new furnace (builder used very cheap furnace) and an on demand water heater. I couldn't be any more satisfied. Ivan and his crew did a really clean job and finished in one day. And for an great deal! I could tell the new pipes were installed straight and they really focus on the details. New furnace is much more quieter. Great company to deal with. Thank you guys!
Bee S
01:48 13 Sep 17
We just got our air conditioner installed by Air Force heating and I got to say I am very pleased with there work. The guys was very professional and answered all my questions. Highly recommend!!
boost pros
00:23 19 Jul 17
Great experience! Ivan was very helpful with the whole process from start to finish! He was available to answer all my questions even late in the evening. The job was completed on the day it was scheduled and in a timely manner too. His team is professional and respectful. Quality of work was top notch. I have zero complaints! Would recommend to any of my family and friends! The air conditioning works great! Thanks Air Force!
04:06 18 Jul 17
This is our 5th summer with an AC installed by Air Force. Very happy with quality and service. We had minor concerns twice and both times we received prompt response and they even came to check our AC to make sure it worked the way it's supposed to and they didn't charge us a penny. Not to mention, their prices were very competitive to start with. We continue to recommend them to our friends. Thank you for your outstanding service Air Force!
Winston Leung
22:24 08 Jun 17
I have researched on different companies on HomeStars and I have selected 3 companies to contact for a quote. All these companies are very good review but I decided to go with Air Force for the following reason: Mark explained the product and suggestion in a way we can understanding easily and able to make a inform decision. Ivan and John showed up on time on the installation date and they did an awesome job. To go above and beyond, they helped us to fix a few extra things (my builder did a bad job on the furnace area) as courtesy. Job was done cleanly and they explained all things in a way we can easily understand. I would highly recommend Air Force Heating and Air Conditioning!
Crystal Bain
16:02 07 Jun 17
Just had an AC installed by these guys. They quoted me less than most of the other companies I contacted, and their reviews are better. Ivan and John showed up right on time and were very quick and friendly. Everything is working great and just in time for the hot weather! Definitely recommend them!
John Ollmann
01:41 13 May 17
Aircondition ON Time and a good Price and they cleaned after them selves Thanks I highly recommend them to any one thanks again Good Job. John Ollmann
Top Choice Awards
17:33 04 Apr 17
Jeffrey Hutson
15:27 29 Jan 17
Ivan did an amazing job in installing our furnace and air conditioning combo, I would highly recommend the services as you could tell he really knew what he was doing. We had two other companies come in for quotes and Ivan was not only the most competitive but he was a friendliest and most knowledgeable. Will definitely be using him in the future again.
Chris Cronwell
03:04 28 Dec 16
So we have had some very cold days in Calgary lately, -25 degrees at times. My furnace conked out, and I needed someone right away. Looked on the Internet and found Airforceheating, one thing that impressed me, was all the great reviews he had on Google and home stars. Called them up and spoke to Ivan, he was there the same day, and had my furnace installed that evening, I even took advantage of his financing plan so I'm only paying $39 a month.He was very knowledgeable and had a great sense of humor. I will use them again.
Dario Z
20:36 04 Dec 16
Great service and diagnosed my furnace problem right away at a very fair price!
Raul Aguilera
04:02 03 Nov 16
I needed a new furnace and water heater and chose Air Force & AC based on the high reviews they have. Didn't take me long to realize that they're the best in Calgary for service and installation of furnaces and AC. Prompt, Professional and Affordable; they exceeded by far my expectations.
Wayne I
05:44 29 Oct 16
I used AirForce Heating four times within a month for tuning of furnaces in two homes and installation of cold air returns and a new gas water heater. I am very happy with their work. I found Ivan and his Father knowledgeable and good to work with. They did a very good job of cleaning and tuning my home furnaces to my satisfaction. When I called them in to look into a problem with my hot water piping, Ivan did not charge me for the call when he could not resolve the problem. However, he did helped me narrow down where the problem is. I trust their work and their ethics and I will use them again for the installation of another hot water heater in a few months. I find their prices competitive. I highly recommend them.
Lindz L.
02:40 01 Sep 16
I had Air Force install central air a few weeks ago, and couldn't be happier. They were quick, honest, and very tidy throughout the process. I couldn't ask for a better experience. They took the time to explain my options, gave me a more than fair quote, and explained everything clearly after they were done. Don't even hesitate. Call these guys. I've already recommended them to a few friends. They truly understand the value and importance of good customer service, combined with quality.
Mike E
04:41 01 May 16
Nicolas Lopez
03:13 02 Sep 15
I was having troubles with my hot water tank, running out of hot water way too quick and they were able to solve my problem for me pretty quickly so I also recommended them to my mom who needed a hot water tank for her place and she loved it as well for a very fair price too.
Bob sears
22:49 01 Sep 15
Ivan is great and just fixed my furnace thanks!
Darlene Whalley
21:34 09 Jul 15
Holy crap, it has been super hot outside, needed to get my AC fixed up.Found Air Force on page 1 of Google, called Ivan and he came in the next day, so I called him on Wednesday and by Thursday we had a brand-new air conditioning unit. Now I can sleep at night time! I'm loving it.
Darryl Mitchell
17:22 02 Jul 15
Of all the crazy things my blower fan on my furnace went out, which of course affects the air conditioning as well.Called Ivan and not only did he fix the blower, he also measured my freon or whatever they use now, for free and then topped it up.Now the air conditioning works phenomenally well as well.Thanks Ivan
Ray Anthony
16:10 02 Jul 15
It's been unseasonably hot and I needed to get a air-conditioning system installed. Called Ivan from Airforce Heating.I used his payment plan and only pay $49 a month.It's so nice coming in from the 30 degree heat into an condition home, when one of my neighbors doesn't have AC and relies on opening the windows and a cross breeze.We were just sweating buckets it is place until we went to my place.Thanks Ivan great Job!
Robert Mather
16:01 26 Jun 15
Wow I can't believe how hot it is in Calgary all the sudden.I live in Cochrane and a super hot here as well, thank goodness Ivan came in two weeks ago and installed our new air-conditioning system. Now I can sleep at night time, Very satisfied.
Dennis Patenaude
18:09 19 Jun 15
My wife and I decided it was time to get central air installed. I received three quotes on the same unit and Air Force's quote was best by almost $900. Ivan of Air Force took the time to explain the benefits of the unit and the installation process. We went with him and could not be happier. They showed up when they said they would, placed drop clothes to not make a mess, swept up after themselves and his crew acted in a professional and courteous manner. When they were finished Ivan once again took the time to show me the finished product and how to operate the unit and complete the warranty registration. All-in-all a perfect expreience and I highly recomend Air Force!
shane sebo
18:32 08 May 15
We needed a couple high-end large furnaces for the build we were doing and Ivan from Air Force Heating quoted a great price for us. Not only was the price far better than some of the competitors, his workmanship and ability to finish the job quickly and efficiently was fantastic. Well mannered and punctual, a true professional of the trade. I will use him again in further endeavors and definitely tell others to use him as well.
colin primeau
02:31 29 Apr 15
When the quote came in much cheaper than the others I was concerned about quality. What I found was a very skilled honest tradesman who protected my floors and did a great job at a great price. Thanks Ivan. My name is Colin Primeau and you can message me on FB ..... the work was that good
Dinna Sim
02:12 26 Apr 15
I had Ivan come out a few years ago and he had my new furnace installed within a few hours and left the place very clean. I have had no problems with the system thus far and very pleased with their service that I will be calling on them again and also referring others!!
Stirling McArthur
20:14 25 Feb 15
I've had Ivan and his team at my house for a few projects as a result of the great air conditioning install they did.To date, they have installed a central air conditioner, a garage heater and 1" gas line for my outdoor appliances, including the hook up of a hanging patio heater.Their work is top notch and they take a huge amount of pride in doing their work well.I will be having them back soon to do a new water heater for me.
Tim Clarke
03:13 18 Nov 14
I needed a new furnace install. I was very happy from the initial home consultation to the complete installation, They were very courteous and professional with great pricing. I have already recommended them and will be happy to use them again in the future when needed. Our installer Ivan was very polite and accommodating with my requests.
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19:05 14 Nov 14
Thank you Air force heating and Air for getting the job done in a good professional way. Showing me the installation inside and outside and how to maintain it. Good explanation in details. Fast, clean work.
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20:15 23 Mar 14
Quick service!!!! The quote was very reasonably priced! Overall pleased with the install of my new Furnace


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When I was in seventh grade I was boy crazy, NKOTB and The Mickey Mouse Club crazy, and rocked a really crazy half grown-out bad-idea perm.
Oh yes.
(I mean, who doesn't take photos next to giant rotary phones these days?)
I don't really remember how I spent my spare time, but I'm sure it included wearing a Debbie Gibson hat and clothing from UNITS. And experimenting with blue eye shadow.
My seventh grader, though, she is like, "Hey! I was bored by the regular old cup trick—sorry Anna Kendrick—so I decided to take it up a notch and turn it into a medley. It's kind of an experiment, but would you mind taping me doing it?"
And then BAM, it's awesome. My 12-year-old self probably would have love-hated Emily.
One thing is for sure.
Well, two.
I will never force my daughters to get permed.
And it will never, ever be quiet in my house.


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White Valentina V-Neck Tee
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From Port Richey, Florida, United States
65 y.o. man seeking woman 18-60
- Height: 5'4" / 163 cm
- Weight: 170 lbs / 77 kg
- Body type: A few extra pounds
- Hair: Black, Short length
- Eyes: Green
- Ethnicity: White / Caucasian
- Zodiac sign: Cancer
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Member since: October 4, 2011
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Last update: June 19, 2018
Member since: October 4, 2011
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About Me
Can be quiet at times. Easy going. Don't dwell in the past. love to laugh and make others laugh. Give everyone pet names. Know when to ask whats wrong and when to leave you alone . (everybody needs their space sometimes)
About My Match
I am not looking for someone to take care of me or a houekeeper. I can do that quite well on my own. What I am looking for is someone to build and then share a life with. Someone who likes to travel and enjoy some of the wonders there are to see in this world. Someone who can excite you with just their smile even after years of being together.
About Myself
- English
- High School
- Retired
- Methodist
- Divorced
- Don't live with me
- No
- Non-Smoker
- On occasion
Personality and Interests
Calm, Conservative/Clean Cut, Gentle, Humorous/Witty, Practical, Romantic, Romantic, Self Confident, Serious/Responsible
Football - American, Hiking/Walking, Horseback Riding
Dining out, Gardening/Landscaping, Hobbies and crafts, Museums and art, Travel/Sightseeing, Watching sports
American, Barbecue, Cajun/Southern, Chinese/Dim Sum, Fast Food/Pizza, Greek, Seafood
Big Band/Swing, Classic Rock n' Roll, Country, Easy Listening, Folk, Rock
Fiction, Magazines, Newspapers, Non-Fiction


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Janakpuri Super Speciality Hospital Recruitment for Nursing Officer, Sr Radiographer & Other Vacancies– 237 Posts
JSSH Recruitment 2019 – 237 Posts: Janakpuri Super Speciality Hospital has published notification for the recruitment of Nursing Officer, Sr Radiographer & Other Vacancies on contract basis. The brief information is given below:- Application Fee: For General/ OBC: Rs.1000/- For SC/ST/PWD candidates: Rs.500/- Payment Mode (Online): Debit/ Credit Card/ Net Banking etc through SBI gateway. Important Dates: Starting Date for Apply Online: […]» Read more


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Kawatora: Scorched Earth
Event created by copat149
Event details
Your team has infiltrated and established themselves in the Tonle Sekong river valley, and we have determined that things are far worse than we had previously believed.
The Yangons presence here is significant, and there is no opposition to prevent their further spread and growth here in Cambodia, and the local army garrison is supporting them as was evident when they reinforced the plantation. They have also significantly increased the size of their own forces; where we had previously estimated the local Yangon to number no more than a few hundred fighters, the large concentrations you ran into during the infil suggest they number well into the thousands. They have proven to be a much more dangerous threat than we believed, and our Marines went into a death trap unknowingly. The bodies you found at the church and the craters surrounding it makes it clear that the Marines were discovered and cornered, but where the other team members are is unclear.
SEALs, it is time we switch gears. Your mission is no longer passive recon and intelligence gathering, but one of total war. With local authorities and Yangon working together against the Cambodian government and our Special Forces teams, any and all armed entities will be considered a threat.
Find the missing Marines, and destroy any Yangon assets you come across.
You are authorized to use any means necessary to eliminate the Yangon.
See Forum Post for Mod List - Same as Last Week.
Phoenix and Harpy [ZEUS] [Copat149]
Team Chief [Considered Overall Lead] [cJack - Sandy]
EOD Tech [Demolitions] [Danklin - Gopher]
Scout Lead [Raven - Bravo-Zulu] (Tentative)
Scout Sniper [Omega - Haymaker]
Scout Spotter
Element Leader [Coreboy - Cowboy]
Mechanic [Can fix vehicles] [CS42R - Diesel]
Operator [Breacher]
SARC Medic [Weabus - Poutine]
Element Leader [Danius - Dreidel] (Tentative)
Mechanic [Can fix vehicles] [LT - Torque]
Operator [Neo - November]
Operator [Autorifleman] [Baboking - Humbug]
SARC Medic
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TUNE Martha - Into This
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New single 'Into This' (Impacts 24th May)
New album 'Love Keeps Kicking' is released 5th April via Big Scary Monsters
Stream & download 'Into This'
Non soundcloud link
UK/EU tour begins March 2019
Funny thing about kicking: it's one of the first and last things we do. In the womb, a fetus kicks to announce an immanent arrival. Meanwhile, laid out on a stretcher, the dying man is "still kicking" up until his final moment, when the last thing he kicks is the bucket.
All through life we take our kicks: teenage kicks, modern kicks, kicks in the gut. These days, with the worldwide rise of fascists, demagogues, abusers, and hypocrites, the kick we feel most often comes while we're down.
From their sudden and deliberate first chord on Love Keeps Kicking, beloved British punk collective Martha announce their intent to kick back. Across 11 tracks, these daughters and sons of Pity Me, England, show that, while our world might be in spiral, there is still plenty worth fighting for.
In many ways Love Keeps Kicking is a breakup record, with each song inhabiting different parts of the process. "This year blew my world apart" sings guitarist/vocalist Daniel Ellis on album opener "Heart is Healing." With lush vocal harmonies (and one of the best riffs in Martha's discography) "Healing" explores the uncomfortable period between love's end, and when the heart is ready to move on.
Elsewhere, the opening chords of "Orange Juice" (arguably the best song Martha have written to date) echo the kicking of it's narrator's heart, as they suddenly realise with fearful clarity that their longtime relationship is ending. "I didn't know it then, but you were falling out of love with me / It's a new development in the plan / a painful change in circumstance," Nathan Stephens-Griffin sings, wringing out the imminent meaning in each word. Ending just as it begins, "Orange Juice" is Martha at their most heartbreaking, hitting a tender, bittersweet, middle ground between Paul Westerberg and the Pastels as Stephens-Griffin confesses "I don't know what to do now."
But while many songs are openly about romantic breakups, most could just as easily about the pain of seeing the world swing dramatically towards the far right. As Pitchfork noted in their glowing review of 2016's Blisters in the Pit of My Heart, Martha explore the "intersections of reality and emotionality." For a band whose identities are political whether or not they want them to be, daily life in 2018 is often a kick in the teeth.
Stream & download Martha 'Love Keeps Kicking' album (5th April)
Non soundcloud link
On Love Keeps Kicking, this vulnerability becomes one of Martha's greatest strengths. Again and again, the band lovingly gives voice (all four voices) to lives lived on the edge: institutionalised children ("Mini Was a Preteen Arsonist"), outcasts ("Wrestlemania VIII"), lovesick demonologists ("Love Keeps Kicking"), and feminist sci-fi writers ("Lucy Shone a Light On You: The Ballad of Lucy Connor Part II"). These are the people Martha celebrate, reminding them (and us) that love might not be there now, but it's still kicking.
Maturity in punk is often code for "boring". Sometimes that's true, but if Love Keeps Kicking illustrates anything, it's the importance of growth in a stunted world—of knowing how to love what you have, and how to celebrate the loves you've lost. Martha have already made a case for themselves as this generation's Buzzcocks (if not this generation's Clash), and with Love Keeps Kicking fans will likely find themselves discovering even more about the band to love. Because even if the world's going to shit, love keeps kicking.
Recent Press links
London In Stereo
God Is In The TV
Tour dates
22 - 23 March - ES - Madrid Popfest
07 April - BEL - Antwerp, Trix
08 April - DE - Bochum, Rotunde
09 April - DE - Wiesbaden, Schlachthof
10 April - DE -Köln, Sonic Ballroom
12 April - CZ - Prague - Klub 007 Strahow
13 April - DE- Alte Mälzerei, Heimspiel Festival
16 April - UK - London - The Garage
20 April - UK - Manchester - Manchester Punk Fest
26 April - UK - Bristol - Exchange
27 April - UK - Brighton - West Hill Hall
28 April - UK -Birmingham - Hare & Hounds
3 May - UK - Glasgow - Mono
5 May - UK - Leicester - Handmade Festival


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Fleio 2020.05 is now available! The latest version was published today, 2020-05-19.Continue reading
Fleio 2020.02: Openstack ports CRUD support, detailed invoices, move deploy instance from ISO to operations, bug fixes and more
Fleio version 2020.02 is now available! The latest version was published today, 2020-02-13.Continue reading
Fleio version 2019.12 is now available! The latest version was published today, 2019-01-16.Continue reading
Fleio version 2019.12 is now available! The latest version was published today, 2019-12-12.Continue reading
It's been a while since I've written a blog post and we've made seven releases since then.
We have released three more alpha versions in the last two months: 0.9.10, 0.9.11 and, today, 0.9.12.
We've just released Fleio 0.9.3. This is another alpha release meant to offer a preview of OpenStack billing features and self-service portal features. It's not intended for production use.
What's new
A first version of internationalization is available. Besides English, we've included a Romanian translation and an incomplete German translation.
We've added floating IPs to Fleio. Note that they are not enabled by default.
We've made significant advancements in multi-region support and it's almost ready. We'll probably have full support in the next release.
You can now choose which OpenStack flavors to be available in Fleio when creating or upgrading a virtual machine.
Bug fixing and optimization.
Architectural changes
We've done some architectural changes, introducing a collector service that runs in each OpenStack region. Fleio collector connects to the OpenStack internal message queue, filters messages and forwards them to another queue for Fleio backend to process.
The Fleio collector lowers the number of messages passed from your regions to Fleio, reducing bandwidth usage and improving performance.
The collector is an optional service and you can run Fleio without it. Especially if you're running a single region and Fleio is configured to have access directly to the OpenStack messaging broker.
The updated service, which gets OpenStack messages and updates our cache database, was rewritten to be more scalable and maintainable.
Fleio was designed from the first days to be able to serve the frontend files from any server, even from a CDN. And now we've split the fleio installation package into fleio-backend and fleio-frontend.
Full release notes are here: https://fleio.com/docs/changelog.html#v0-9-3
Online Fleio demo: https://demo.fleio.com
Sign up for a trial license and evaluate Fleio in your environment: https://fleio.com/signup
What's next?
- improve multi-region support
- full network management from Fleio (create networks, routers, subnets)
- complete the billing features
- performance improvements, especially in the frontend side,
- easier installation, configuration experience
- obviously, bug fixing
We plan to launch the first Fleio stable verison at the end of January 2017.
Fleio is an OpenStack billing system and self-service control panel for public cloud service providers.
Version 0.9-alpha, the first public release, is now available to download and install on-premises.
Fleio – OpenStack Billing and Self-Service Portal – Staff Area
Fleio's high-level features are:
- Customer management: user sign-up/on-boarding, manage companies, and OpenStack projects
- End-user self-service portal
- Measures OpenStack cloud resource usage
- Applies complex pricing rules on usage
- Billing: invoicing, PayPal or credit card charging, email notifications
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47 – Romans 5:10-12 (Through One Man Sin Entered the World) – Podcast Audio
An amazing set of verses from the mind of God and the hand of Paul which teach us an abundance of theology. We sure hope that this study will bless you.
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About this book
This book examines the processes of production, circulation and reception of images of America in late nineteenth century Spain. When late nineteenth century Spaniards looked at the United States, they, like Tocqueville, 'saw more than America'. What did they see? Between the 'glorious' liberal revolution of 1868 and the run-up to the 1898 war with the US that would end Spain's New World empire, Spanish liberal and democratic reformers imagined the USA as a place where they could preview the 'modern way of life', as a political and social model (or anti-model) to emulate, appropriate or reject, and above all as a 100 year experiment of republicanism, democracy and liberty in practice. Through their writings and discussions of the USA, these Spaniards debated and constructed their own modernity and imagined the place of their nation in the modern world.
Bibliographic information
- DOI https://doi.org/10.1057/978-1-137-35280-4
- Copyright Information The Editor(s) (if applicable) and The Author(s) 2016
- Publisher Name Palgrave Macmillan, London
- eBook Packages History History (R0)
- Print ISBN 978-1-137-35279-8
- Online ISBN 978-1-137-35280-4
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Fio's wonderful neighbor, Mike, spotted her overturned wagon across the fenceline, and when he couldn't find her body, he took the wagon home, pumped up the tires, oiled whatever it is that wagons need oiled, shined it till it glittered, then left it in front of Fio's front porch, loaded with rocks, like a birthday present. May God bless him and his wife because Fiorella will never be able to return their many kindnesses in a million years.
Moral of the story: Mother Nature can be a bitch, but good neighbors are God's precious gift.
Monday, May 29, 2017
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I used a core sample drill to locate a Pyrite mineral vein and set an Excavator from the Immersive Engineering mod on the same chunk.
The multiblock structure formed correctly and the wheel is turning but is not pulling any ores from the ground. I did supply it with enough power as there is no lag in its movement and the vein is still at 100% integrity. The only thing part that worked was the initial run when it moved the dirt that was near the wheel. I left it running for at least 20 - 30 minutes and it has not pulled up any ore, just the dirt from the initial run.
Maybe it has the same issue with the Digital Miner from Mekanism that does not work as well.


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Submitted by Stanly Chirayath on Mon, 11/09/2017 - 5:44pm
Aadhaar Linking to Bank Account That Previously Linked
Rest assured! You have nothing to do now. Wait till next database update occurred by NPCI. Your previous linking has not been rejected by NPCI. It only checks whether your aadhaar number has been linked to a valid bank account; then the latest available account number will be considered to credit the amount.


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Initially houseguests need to stand with their legs apart on two very thin ledges set into plexiglass walls about a foot off the ground, aided solely by a rope above their heads. The ropes not really a lot of help for Brittnee who, as a plus size model, finds herself at a distinct disadvantage. It's no surprise that she's the first one to fall and while she's over on the bench crying Kevin uses this as a strategic moment to step off and console her. He knew he was going to throw the competition but it had to look believable and this opportunity helps his social game without painting a target on his back too early in the season.
Shortly after Kevin steps down that rope is raised out of reach and all they've got left is that tiny little ledge to stand on. Zach and Jordan also intend to throw the competition without making it too obvious and this opens up a great opportunity for Zach to lose his footing and look like less of a threat. Target removed.
Time to increase the difficulty. Cue the ice cold showers, making the walls and ledges very slippery . . . and there goes Godfrey. He's followed pretty quickly by Bruno and Jordan. With the guys dropping like flies, one of the women feels they should just all step down and let the women fight it out. Nice try but that's not happening, although it may help when the remaining houseguests are told they can only use one ledge.
Naeha was all up for that plan of the guys stepping down but it wouldn't have helped her much as she was the next to go, with Johnny right behind her twisting his ankle as he falls. He needed help to get to the bench but I think he'll survive when all the guys run over to help him up. You can tell they're all Canadians, they're all so helpful. Sarah goes next, safe from the Have/Have Not competition, and then Greg slips down.
Willow, Ashleigh and Pilar all hit the ground limping one after the other and it's down to just Sindy and Bobby. Sindy feels she needs this HoH to keep herself off the block after being one of the first targets so she tries her best to distract Bobby. She's twisting and turning to show off her assets (read into that what you will) and she's right next to Bobby, but he's having none of it. All that movement served to do was cause her to lose her grip and she's done. Bobby wins the first HoH and now we get to watch the house scramble.
Let the flirting begin as Sindy (with an S) decides to sprinkle herself all over Bobby. Yeah, that sounds as bad as it looks. Fortunately Bobby's not falling for it although he's more than happy to tolerate the attention. Based on her performance in the PoV and HoH competitions he knows she's a bigger threat than she looks to be and he's not going to underestimate her.
Finding some time on their own Zach reveals to Jordan his inclusion in the Chop Shop alliance, which also includes Bruno, Graig, Willow, Ashleigh and Bobby. This helps to solidify their Newport alliance and Jordan knows he can trust Zach which should help both of them get a long way in the game.
Time for Bobby to invite everyone up to his plush, red and gold, HoH room. This season the HoH also gets to watch the movie or TV show of their choice on a Shomi tablet via the supplied Shomi app. A great way to promote Shomi, which I'm still not 100% sold on myself but great cross marketing. Bobby likes his beer and candies obviously as much as I do and his room has pictures of his family throughout. He reads the letter from home and everyone gets a little misty-eyed before they leave, following a beer toast of course.
Downstairs in the kitchen Naeha and Sarah discuss their alliances, including the one they formed on day one with Brittnee. Despite any other alliance though their primary alliance is to each other. That could work, they seem to balance each other nicely so far. Meanwhile, Kevin is in the bedroom flirting with Brittnee, Sindy and (I think) Willow. As a young, single male this is definitely part of his social strategy and it's working for him. Sure hope Johnny doesn't start to get jealous of the attention the girls are getting.
Back in HoH room Bobby confides that he really doesn't want to get too much blood on his hands in this first round, he just wants to make it look like he has no real gameplay and nothing is personal. That said, he has noticed that Kevin is showing himself to be a very social player and he may need to put him up first to nip that in the bud. At this point, if I were a betting man, I'd be thinking the odds are against Kevin and Sindy.
Time for the Have Not Slop Off competition as Bobby dons a hazmat suit and calls the houseguests to the backyard. Competitors need to cross a beam over a pool of toxic slop, retrieve a bucket, cross back to the other side and fill the bucket with slop, then place their bucket on one of the five discs on their beam. If a bucket falls off they need to retrieve it from the pool and repeat the process. They can also use one of their five balls to try and knock off their opponent or their buckets. Losers become the first four Have Nots for the season.
First up is Bruno vs Jordan. Jordan fully intends to throw the competition without making it too obvious so it's no surprise that Bruno wins. Next up is Kevin vs Brittnee. Kevin also intended to throw it but despite his decision to bomb Bobby instead of Brittnee, he still won. That leads to Zach vs Godfrey and neither of these two has any intention of losing but Godfrey's aim is horrible and Zach gets an easy win. Finally we have Johnny vs Naeha and Johnny really doesn't want to be on slop. This is probably the only real competition as they both try to knock over the others' buckets but in the end Johnny wins.
Jordan gets the honour of revealing the Have Not room to the rest of the houseguests and the slate gray walls and bright lights make it look like a prison cell. On the upside they each get a slightly soiled mattress to sleep on, which is probably a lot more sanitary than it looks.
Since Bobby's not sharing any information Naeha decides to go to Zach to find out where Bobby's head is at. Zach is one of Bobby's closest confidants at the moment but he tells her he has no idea what Bobby is thinking. That only makes Naeha more suspicious of both of them. While Naeha is trying to get information from Zach, Kevin meets up with Jordan in the pantry to discuss their two man alliance, the Fortress. Man, is that lame. Kevin leaves thinking it's all good but he has no idea about Jordan's real Newport alliance with Zach. Okay, Newport is also pretty lame . . . At least the Chop Shop sounds cool.
Turn up the flirtation machine as Ashleigh and Pilar decide to enjoy a bubble bath in Bobby's HoH tub, with Sindy by their side for good measure. Not like Bobby's going to complain,even if the girls are in their bikinis, as he kneels down to rub Pilar's neck. Once again it's pretty obvious what's going on but there's no harm done and Bobby may as well enjoy it, . . . next week he could be on slop.
Kevin is looking just a bit uncomfortable when he settles down between Sarah and Johnny at the top of the stairs to find himself the meat in a queer sandwich. Sarah goes on to explain her concept of queer and it's actually fairly reasonable. When she asks Kevin if her definition applies to him he says no, while rubbing Johnny's knee. Kevin sees himself as very open minded and comfortable around everyone regardless of their sexual proclivities. It's the new Gay, Open & Queer alliance.
Night falls and it looks way to peaceful with everyone curled up in their beds fast asleep. Everyone that is except for the four Have Nots who have found themselves awakened by flashing red lights and a glaring alarm. Jordan finally realizes they're laying within range of a ceiling sensor and they move the mattresses against the far wall in the hopes that they won't trip the sensor. Based on the editing it looks like that worked and they can finally get some sleep.
Willow joins Graig and Bobby in the HoH and can't figure out why nobody else is up there talking strategy with Bobby. This game is all about strategy and social play and you can't do one without the other. At least she's figured that out early and she's up there trying to get information but then again she's part of Bobby's alliance.
Everyone else has begun to realize that Bobby has been keeping to himself a lot to avoid game talk so Sarah has come up with a plan. She's going to spend the night in the HoH bed with Bobby to get some information. Bobby looks pretty uncomfortable lying in the bed with Sarah, his arms crossed and his back slightly turned. It gets worse when she starts talking game with him and tells him she's a "vault" when it comes to telling her anything. Of course, as we've seen, vaults are easily opened. Bobby doesn't tell her anything more than she already knows aside from the fact that he's not putting her up. I guess that's better than nothing.
The next day it's time for the nominations as Bobby enters the vault (no, not Sarah). I really like the large touchscreen nomination board. Bobby's shortlist includes Brittnee, Johnny, Sindy and of course Kevin. Kevin meanwhile thinks he's perfectly safe because he's set up such a nice social game but what he fails to realize is he hasn't spent any time with the current HoH and that's never good.
Bobby meets everyone in the livingroom for the Nomination Ceremony, standing behind a set of steampunk levers and gears that start spinning until he pulls the lever to reveal his first nomination . . . Brittnee. Brittnee was nominated because she was the first one to come down off the wall and she's an easy selection that gets minimal blood on his hands. He pulls the second lever to reveal Kevin as his second nomination, so chosen because he was the second one off the wall. The truth however is that Kevin was chosen because of his strong social game, which is better than Bobby's and thus paints a huge target on his back. It's a fine line to walk between friendly and too friendly.
Next episode it'll be up to the PoV to see who stays on the block and who comes off. A great time to blindside Sindy but I guess we'll see. Odds are I'll watch it late and post afterwards so feel free to comment on this post while you wait for the next. Other than that I'll see you all once again for my Survivor review and finally another Amazing Race review as it returns at the end of the week. See you then.