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Everything You Never Knew You Wanted to Know About Berlin
At 12.00 PM sharp first celery roots and tomatoes cut quick arches through the air, swiftly followed by billowing clouds of flour and a battery of water-bombs. Dozens of eggs cracked open on the enemy´s heads and shoulders, rendering many a pair of skiing-goggles useless by covering them in slimy goo.
The troops on both sides of Oberbaumbrücke, spanning the river Spree between Berlin-Friedrichshain and Berlin-Kreuzberg, fearless and drunk on the perspective of victory, were moving slowly but steadily towards the western end of the bridge. The opponents spared no courage, saved no-one, shrank from no nasty trick involving fresh and not-so-fresh groceries, to win the upper hand. The Battle of Oberbaumbrücke was in full swing.
Known as Gemüseschlacht (Vegetable Battle) or Wasserschlacht (Water Battle) it began officially in 2001 although in fact the first wet clash of the boroughs took place already in the summer of 1998. However, in 2001 the city of Berlin was divided anew through a massive administrative reform. The old boroughs were replaced by 12 new ones (comprising 96 Ortsteile or districts in total). Although welcome from the practical point of view, the new division was not actually embraced by the residents of the boroughs themselves. When the two neighbours, the old West Berlin Kreuzberg and the old East Berlin Friedrichshain became one it was clearly an arranged marriage that neither the bride nor the groom were particularly thrilled about.
The first Battle of Oberbaumbrücke was a witty and harmless way of expressing that animosity. And so the tradition continued, as all things witty and harmless should. With a small legal intermezzo in 2007 and 2008 when the court´s decisions became indispensable to decide the fate of the event. On July 3rd, 2009 carrots and water-filled plastic bags were flying again. Until money ran out and the the battle of 2013 was about to end before it even began. With both sides as losers. Fortunately, the last minute decision saved the day and tons of vegetables from rotting in vain.
And so today, on September 22nd, the federal election day in German Federal Republic (in election years the battle takes place on the election day), two armies launched their green-leafed and root missiles.
Kreuzberg lost, as it in fact always does and the joy of the Friedrichshainer was palpable. Well, they say they crossed the bridge and we lost. I say, they crossed the bridge and we welcomed them with full hands:-)
Here are some photos from this fantastic late summer day on the bridge (click to see the original picture). Make sure to be there next year.


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Day 2 takes us too a number of farms. Today we are looking for the small high quality koi.
As you can probably tell from the picture there is no shortage of high quality koi.
We have managed to secure some really outstanding fish here are a few examples from today's buying.
Some amazing koi will be coming home with us from this farm. Tancho Goshiki, Kumonryu , Beni Kumonryu Kujaku and Doitsu Ochiba/soragoi are amongst the varieties we have selected.
Tomorrow we will be visiting Madan Koi to select some Jumbo Koi.
January 2020
Love Aquatics
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'Don't force the writer in you to become an author'
In early December, the writing coach Bhavana Nissima conducted a workshop in Srinagar. She has a doctorate in intercultural and gender communication studies from the University of New Mexico, United States, and is a certified Neurolinguistic Programming Practitioner. Her company, Lightweaver Consultants, offers training and mentorship programmes to budding writers. She spoke to Kashmir Ink about the recent workshop and writing generally. Excerpts from the interview:
What are your "Writing Masterclasses"? How are they different from other writing classes like MOOCs that are available on the internet?
Writing is an expression of the self that is unique. When we subscribe to external rules or standards or techniques, we are attempting to fit into existing moulds. My writing workshop brings the self to the fore, helps participants examine their emotional blocks, work through them, and discover and own their natural writing process. It combines elements of neuroscience and psychology to writing. I encourage the writer to be the first happy reader of her work. At its foundation, it is a healing workshop. I believe the expression of the self and healing are interlinked.
How was the response to your workshop in Kashmir?
The response was fantabulous. The group was diverse and passionate. Most importantly, they were engaged in the process. On the first day of the class, I noticed that a couple of folks were seated on the outer ring of the class close to the door. I knew they didn't trust me and were keeping their exit option open. I was thrilled when on the second day they chose to change their seats and sat farthest away from the door. One young woman recognised and worked through a traumatic memory during the workshop. A few others planned creatively for their future. As a trainer, I was touched by how participants took initiative and responsibility for their improved well-being.
You have been conducting workshops across the country. What differences did you find between your students in Kashmiri and those elsewhere?
To say "Kashmiri" students versus others is to presuppose that the group identity or culture is more significant than the individual. My experience shows the individual is paramount and unique. The same stimulus is processed differently by different individuals. So, Kashmiri students were each unique and thrilling. Having said that, I noticed that the prevalent social discourse of limited choices and space to move had impeded some individuals from full creative expression. When you begin to believe that writing has to be only about a tragedy or politics or social resistance, you are, at a level, allowing the external to decide what areas you should write about. You can write anything – silly comedy, oomphy or tearjerker romance, children's book, goofy cartoons, a sweet travelogue. The ability to wander in your mind and explore has to be nurtured. The second aspect I found is that there is a need to be safe, and we are safe when we are in packs. Hence, others' views and acceptance played a big role in what the folks wrote and how they wrote. The way to rise is to reclaim the self in every way.
What do you think is the role of writing in a conflict zone like Kashmir? Can it help in conflict resolution at any level?
Yes, it can help. I believe there are two levels to conflict resolution. The first level is internal and the second is external. Internal resolution happens when you no longer feel imprisoned in your mind, you are able to reclaim and own all parts of you, and you express and live from that place of power and knowing. If more folks are empowered, then I believe they will figure out a solution that works best for them. What that solution is or will be, I have no clue. However, I believe creative writing is a fabulous space to be empowered and pave the path to inner peace.
What do you think needs to be done to further nurture the culture of writing that has developed in Kashmir? Can the nascent private sector here help?
My writing workshop was sponsored by a restaurant owner (Javid Parsa of Parsa's). He made the workshop free for participants. This allowed many young men and women to learn and engage in an empowering process. I noticed how book releases are done at Parsa's and young authors are promoted on social media. It is a fantastic way to nurture a writing culture in Kashmir. I would suggest more writing support groups, book clubs, writing workshops. Further, I would suggest some seasoned writers to don the role of mentors to encourage others to write as they want.
I notice that sometimes writing is equated to publishing. They are two different streams that are interconnected. The trouble is when publishing is considered the barometer for evaluating if your writing is good or not. Writing is self-expression. Let that be protected and nurtured. For those who want to take it to publishing, let there be workshops on how to do that. Keep the streams separate.
It was your first visit to Kashmir. What was your impression of this place?
Kashmir is a spiritual space for me. Interpretations of a land happen through the lens of who we are and what we seek. What is more, landscapes are mirrors revealing what we didn't see in ourselves. Kashmir was a catalyst and a facilitator for me to speak to the unowned parts of me – beautiful, uncomfortable, disturbing, intense, thrilling and so important. It was a milestone in my spiritual journey.
Lastly, what tips or suggestions would you give to aspiring authors?
An author means someone who is published, which presupposes others' acknowledgement and validation. A writer is someone who expresses the self through writing. The only suggestion I would give is this: avoid shredding/ignoring/overwhelming/shaming/whipping/forcing the writer in you in order to become an author. The most wonderful gift you can give to this world is to be you. Let the flower that you are bloom.


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The formula for holiday happiness
CAN mathematics play a role in defining a great break?
A group of experts including a psychologist, a mathematician and travel experts from Expedia.com.au set out to find just that, and have created the formula for holiday happiness.
With Australians taking over 7.8 million overseas trips last year*, the formula proves there is a science that we can all apply to our next escape to guarantee a top trip.
Factors such as plenty of activities, feeling safe and secure, value for money, creating 'holiday envy' amongst your friends and family and returning relaxed and de-stressed all feature, and join forces with holiday mainstays such as great food, weather, destination and hotel.
Leading psychologist and member of the Australian Psychological Society, Meredith Fuller, said: "The formula perfectly sums up how we Australians see ourselves, and how we reflect this image onto the holiday experiences we have. We are a naturally inquisitive and curious nation, so it's no surprise that our thirst for new experiences - be they physical, mental, culinary or cultural - is maintained or peaks whilst we are on holiday.
"Australians love positive feedback and the admiration and reassurance this brings, so sharing stories or photography, perhaps even to incite some level of envy, is a natural extension of our holiday experiences. We are also shrewd and astute, meaning we love value for money, but likewise the security that pre-planning gives us. This truly allows Australians to relax and enjoy our time away, returning refreshed and revitalised."
So just how was the formula created and what does it all mean?
Dr of Mathematics Rupert McCallum said: "We interviewed over 1,000 Australians and analysed their responses to determine which factors were most important to their enjoyment of their last holiday.
"We then used sophisticated mathematical techniques to explore the relationship between the individual factors and overall enjoyment. The factors that make up the equation are the perfect mathematical blend, some have a bigger bearing on holiday contentment than others, as denoted by the numerical values, but put them all together and statistically speaking, you should have a happier holiday."
It would seem the influence of mathematics over our holidays doesn't stop at the formula. The research also revealed a number of additional mathematical truths, that when combined with the equation should enhance your next holiday even further.
For example:
- Spend at least six nights away from home - the most satisfied Australian holiday-makers spent at least six nights away
- Travel for at least nine hours on a plane - the most satisfied Australian holiday-makers flew for at least nine hours to get to their destination
- Travel with a partner, or with four friends - the most satisfied Australian holiday makers travelled in groups of two or five
"The fact that the most satisfied Australians are those that flew nine or more hours, once again highlights that we are an inquisitive bunch who are willing to make longer trips to experience new cultures, cuisines and activities. Psychologically, it's a fact that high performing teams work best when made up of between five and seven people. A group of five people is ideal for getting the best out of everyone: there is less chance of individual conflict, more mental stimulation and enough variety in interests to broaden our experiences," Ms Fuller said.
The study also revealed that Australians can't resist staying connected via social media whilst on holiday. 63 per cent of Australians use social media while away, while the average Australian uses it for six hours and six minutes every holiday.
"Our social media usage is very interesting. It seems it's no longer a case of 'wish you were here', but 'I'm here and you're not'," Ms Fuller said.
"As someone who's studied mathematics for years, there are times where it can feel a little disconnected from real life. Yet as we can see here, mathematics can be used to analyse a very down-to-earth and common activity - the holiday. It's great when mathematics can provide new & unexpected insights and enhance people's enjoyment of their lives, as I hope this will," Mr McCallum said.


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In the clinic, "SA-NATA" on Lukyanovka offers a range of services for dental implants:
After reading reviews about the dental clinics of Kiev, patient may doubt of safety and efficacy of the implantation procedure. Indeed, the use of this dental technique requires the clinic of special equipment and highly specialized physician. Clinic "SA-NATA" – dentistry, reviews of which not for nothing the most positive. We have complied with all the conditions for successful implantation. Therefore, the result consistently meets the expectations of patients.
Dentistry (Lukyanovka) involves the installation of the implant, as independent from the adjacent teeth structure which has a titanium "root" and a crown made of metal ceramics or other material. Dental implants fit perfectly in the natural dentition, making up for lost teeth. Implantation (Kiev), the prices of which in the clinic, "SA-NATA" is quite democratic, carried out in several stages with a large enough time interval between them. The first stage is preparation of special miniature cutter guide channel and install it in the intraosseous element. The second floor – screwed into the previously installed element of the abutment. The third is the abutment of screwed and fixed crown.
Today in the clinic, "SA-NATA" along with other designs use innovative implants French brand "ANKYLOS". One of their advantages is a patented thread, which contributes to successful osseointegration. The implant of this brand is a conical structure which, in comparison with traditional hex gives you the opportunity to achieve longer-term stability without the risk of ingress of bacteria and moisture.
The use of braces or other structures for orthodontic treatment does not always give the desired result due to objective reasons – support for the installation of corrective unit serve as its own the patient's teeth, which are not always stable. Microimplants enables the creation of supports (anchors) which are not subject to offset. These structures are tiny screws made of titanium, which are implanted in the jaw bone.
They, in turn, you can securely fasten braces. Using the technology of microimplants the specialists of the clinic "SA-NATA" on Lukyanovka possible to achieve more predictable, precise and esthetic results of orthodontic treatment.
Specialists of the clinic "SA-NATA" is successfully used in practice and innovative devices that increase the safety and efficiency of all stages of implantation. The accuracy of surgical procedures in the bone tissue in preparation for implantation of an artificial "root" of the tooth provides the use of physiodispenser. Modern versions of this appliance is equipped with an automatic calibration torque moment and organic LED illumination, which enables the surgeon to perform all necessary actions. A separate direction of work of specialists of our clinic is laser dentistry, reviews about which you can read on the website. With appropriate equipment laser implantation (Kiev). Laser application provides a number of advantages – increases the rate of implantation and wound healing, marked antibacterial effect, reduces pain syndrome. Laser dentistry in Kiev – is an area which has been rapidly developing. Undoubtedly, this is the future.
A separate area of work of the specialists of our clinic is laser dentistry, reviews of which can be read on the website. Using the appropriate equipment, laser implantation of teeth is carried out (Kiev). The use of a laser provides several advantages: the speed of implantation and wound healing is increased, an antibacterial effect is noted, and pain syndrome is reduced. Laser dentistry in Kiev is a direction that is developing very intensively. Undoubtedly, the future lies with laser dentistry.
We invite You in Kiev, Dmitrievskaya str., 75. In addition to the excellent quality of the services provided in our clinic, patients are provided a cozy atmosphere and a full understanding with their healthcare providers. Even the most complicated procedure will be conducted safely and with minimal discomfort!
After the implantation procedure it is necessary to strictly observe the recommendation of dentist about oral care. In particular, it is necessary to properly use a toothbrush and threads, to pay visits to a doctor for examination according to the schedule in 3-4 months.
See for yourself, modern dental implantation is safe and effective!
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Great Gibson electric guitars have long been a means of fighting the establishment, so when the powers that be confiscated stocks of tonewoods from the Gibson factory in Nashville—only to return them once there was a resolution and the investigation ended—it was an event worth celebrating. Introducing the Government Series II Les Paul, a striking new guitar from Gibson USA for 2014 that suitably marks this infamous time in Gibson's history.Speaking of classics, a, er, friend of mine recently purchased a Colt 1991 Government model semi-automatic pistol. Built on the traditional Colt 1911 platform, it's all blued steel, complemented with deluxe checkered rosewood grips. This fine-looking weapon is chambered in the deadly accurate .38 super caliber, and comes with two 9-round magazines. It's a great addition to the armory.
From its solid mahogany body with modern weight relief for enhance resonance and playing comfort, to its carved maple top, the Government Series II Les Paul follows the tradition of the great Les Paul Standards—but also makes a superb statement with its unique appointments. A distinctive vintage-gloss Government Tan finish, complemented by black-chrome hardware and black plastics and trim, is topped by a pickguard that's hot-stamped in gold with the Government Series graphic—a bald eagle hoisting a Gibson guitar neck.
My friend's armory, that is. Not mine. His.


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When trying to choose a variety of genres from the Top 100 Free list, a problem soon emerges: there is little variety. A careful examination of the list shows that the majority of titles are in the romance genre. On the first page (#1-#20) there are 12 romances out of 20 offerings.
As the reader moves up the list, the proportion of romances to other genres increases. On Aug 8th, 2017, items 41-60 are as follows. Reminder: this list changes as the day wears on.
41- Lucky in Love- Romance>Sports
42- A Real cowboy Never Says No- Romance>Westerns
43- Accounting for Love- Romance>Westerns
44- The Red Door Inn- Romance>Inspirational
45- Married This Year 2 -Romance>Contemporary
46- The Chocolate Garden- New Adult>College
47- Damnation- Romance>Paranormal
48- Uncommon- Woman's>Christian
49- Ella Wood- Romance>Historical
50- Tougher Than The Rest- Romance>Western
51- Haunted by Love- Romance Paranormal
52- Hawaiian Hangover- Cozy Mystery
53- The Yakuza Path-Blood Stained Tea- Crime Fiction> Gay Fiction
54- Escape From Oz- Sci Fi>Space Opera
55- Summer on the Lake- Romance Contemporary
56- In Love With the Alpha- Romance>Paranormal
57- Tank- New Adult>Romance
58- The Sekhmet Bed- Historical>Biographical
59- The Way Back- Romance>Inspirational
60- The Lone Survivor- Paranormal>Urban Fantasy
Of the above titles, only six are not romance.
#48- Uncommon– is Woman's Christian Living
#52- Hawaiian Hangover is a Cozy Mystery
#58- The Sekhmet Bed is also a woman's read, telling the story of an Egyptian princess and her arranged marriage.
Only two books: Escape from Oz and Lone Survivor fall into genres that may appeal across the board. It's interesting to note that as the list gets past the first forty, the number of covers showing sculpted male chests and low-hanging jeans increases. These reflect the more erotic content of the romance.
MY OPINION, and once again I must emphasize that it's an opinion and everyone is entitled to one, is that if you want to read genres other than spicy romance, your pickings in the Top 100 Free are slim.
Today, you could have chosen The Game You Played, a suspenseful mystery thriller with 4.4 stars average in 1298 reviews. It sits at #1 and you have to grab it now because it will go off promo quickly. Hard Fall by P.T. Reade sits at #3, and it's crime fiction with 4.4 stars average from 176 reviews.
The Game You Played at Amazon.
Hard Fall at Amazon.
The Old Man and the Tea at Amazon.
I chose The Old Man and the Tea, described as "Another fun-filled adventure" in the Reverend Elmo Jenkins series. It has an average of 4.4 stars from 385 reviews. The genre is Religious>Inspirational, but I'm always open to new genres. I expect it to be funny, not preachy. Let's see what happens.
Be aware, these books are usually offered for FREE for just one or two days. The Top 100 Free list changes constantly because it's affected strongly by daily promos. The Top 100 Paid list is more stable because it reflects the steady daily paid sales of the books. It can also be influenced by strong promo sales, especially those $0.99 sales on BookBub.
Do you like Paranormal Urban Fantasy? Want to try a new genre and a story full of suspense, action, humor, and romance? Try Zeece Lugo's Angel's Guardian series, now available on Amazon.


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Lovable foster dog needs new home
Can you find a home for Tyrant the dog in Hoboken?
"I have a new foster dog from Liberty, named Tyrant. He was living with a family for 7 years, they got him as a puppy but moved to a new home with no yard that didn't allow dogs… so off to the shelter he was dumped. As you can imagine he got very depressed and stopped eating. He is awesome to say the least but I could use some help getting him out there because he is 7 years old… besides that… he's amazing. Trained, loves to cuddle, low energy. Likes to sleep but is also up for a hike or some dog park time. He loves other dogs and children. Not a fan of cats. I've heard him bark 3 times… always at a cat. His bark is comical… kinda like a squeak toy!
Also… he is stunning in person. brown coat and green eyes."
Call Laura at 973-573-1315 if you're interested in Tyrant and would like to arrange a meeting.


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Angie and Miracle Take Over Import Face Off 2018
Written by James Tuesday, 18 December 2018 14:08
We love it when our models represent ShockerRacing at various car shows. We especially love when they give us pictures to share from the event. ShockerRacing Girls Angie Moltzan and Miracle Petree took over Import Face-Off recently at the Texas Motorplex Dragstrip. Our girls sported our classic SR tank tops in red and black, Order Yours Here: SR Tank Top.
Hit the link to catch all of the coverage from the event!
For those of you who have never heard of Import Face-Off here are a few details to plan your attendance in the future. IFO originated in 2001 and is the largest, continually running national Import show and race series in the U.S. (40+ events from coast to coast annually). The 400th event was recently in March. The series pays out $250,000+ in cash, trophies, and prizes a year!� Much more than just an average race and car show. IFO is a lifestyle event that follows current market trends. All together, series activities include: meet, car/truck/bike show, 1/4 mile drag racing, stereo crank it up contest, model expo, burnout contest, DJs, drifting, low car limbo, 2 step competition, and vendors.
�This was a great event filled with laughs, and the whole thing was super pure. All the shots turned out so good because we were all having fun and doing our thing. At one point we danced the Cha Cha Slide, another time we were taking pictures at the bleachers watching the races and at other points, we were even taking pictures with our photog. Probably my favorite thing was Mike trying to explain to me how to drive a stick while he was drunk.� Angie tells us about her experience during the event. She and Miracle shot with photographer Mike Parker and got some great images for us to share. Angie told us her favorite car to shoot with was the Acura NSX. Miracle�s favorite was the Jeep. Angie even got creative with some tire shine she got on her hands for a few images.
Be sure to follow Angie and Miracle on their social media platforms. Angie will be sharing special behind the scenes footage for fans during a shoot with photographer Mike Parker. See the fun on December 30th with sneak peeks on other brands Angie will be repping, as well as, Angie�s new garage setup. If you would like more information on how to become a ShockerRacing model, please email us why you should be apart of the team at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Angie's Instagram - @Iammtheprincess
Miracle's Instagram - @miraclewhipped2.0
Mike's Instagram - @nvus_si
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Check out the full photo shoot here
Check out the full photo shoot here
Check out the full photo shoot here
Check out the full photo shoot here
Check out the full photo shoot here


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Yoga is one of the best mind-body experiences you can give yourself. Naturally, it translates really well in the sack with your partner helping you build both intimacy—AND a better body.
So why don't we try some easy yoga moves that lend themselves perfectly to the bedroom? We love multi-tasking—and being creative.
From dead bug to child's pose, these moves are fun, exciting and yoga-instructor approved. And you don't have to be a total yogi to try these out either. Read more
Tantra teaches that lovemaking between a man and woman, when entered into with awareness, is a gateway to both sexual and spiritual ecstasy.
Tuesday, December 16, 2014
10 Yoga Poses That Double as Awesome Sex Positions
According to Aly Walansky, yoga poses are not only good for health and fitness, but some can double as awesome sex positions.
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Thinking GreenPosted: April 9, 2010 Filed under: Fashion, General Election, green, green issues, human rights, Jane Sheperdson, Marie Claire, Oxfam, Tamsin Blanchard, The Ethical Clothing Challenge of the Utmost Kind, Whistles, womens rights 7 Comments
Four weeks ago I decided to undertake The Ethical Clothing Challenge of the Utmost Kind… an amalgamation of a couple of different pledges & ideas that I discovered in blog land. I have discovered that actually I am not a huge consumer. I am a magazine addict but I've limited myself to ownly buying Marie Claire which is dedicated to aiding human rights, bring green issues to women, & womens rights and buying The Independent newspaper (especially now that it's election time!) and of course reading my favourite blogs. I don't buy things for the home as we have everything that we need to be honest. Even if we need kitchenware I head to the nearest charity shop whereby you can purchase a perfectly lovely mug for 50p! I have an entire vintage 70's dinner set that I picked up for a fiver. Why buy new?!! My downfall is clothes. At work I have to wear uniform so out of work I like to wear nice things. My wardrobe is in a weird transistional phase where I have t-shirts I used to wear when I worked behind a bar but don't wear anymore, dresses that used to fit but are now to big, old vests that I use as pajama tops… & not a whole lot else. However over the last month I've only bought one new item of clothing (I was away from home & very very cold & bought a thick chunky grey cardigan that I will wear over & over!)… it was the shoes. Rainbow ballet pumps from Schuh. Again though I'm already wearing them constantly but it has made me question just how much is actually available on the high street? Today courtesy of The British Heart Foundation & Oxfam I've come home with 2 dresses & a lovely Dorothy Perkins top, a Louis Theroux book for Mr J & a very very interesting book for me… Green is the New Black by Tamsin Blanchard. It's funny, relevant, very up-to-date & not just good for a Brit chick.. at the back it has a global green directory for clothing and hair and beauty, I think it will be my new green bible! I've also recently read a fascinating interview with Jane Sheperdson the woman behind Whistles' current revamp. She does consultant work for People Tree & Oxfam, was responsible for bringing People Tree to Topshop & is now working similar magic at Whistles. Most of the clothes are made in the UK for starters with only 35 factories being used to make their entire collection. Yes prices are high but it's worth it to have a good quality item that will last several years & wasn't made using child-labour in a sweatshop. I'm glad I've undertaken this pledge as it really has made me think before buying, it makes me ask whether or not I really need that and it's made me think just how much my decisions affect other people. And on that last note I've got 4 weeks to figure out which party to vote for in the General Election….


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Peddler Market takes over Sheffield
By Cristiana Frunza @cristianafrunza
Food and art enthusiasts will be flocking to Sheffield this weekend as the popular Peddler Night Market returns to Kelham Island for the eighth time.
Co-founder Jordan Roberts said its success was thanks to good food and good beer after starting its journey in October 2014.
The project started after founders Ben Smith, Jordan Roberts and Heather Gilberthorpe teamed up to create the Peddler Night Market, aiming to bring new foods and arts to the city.
Support came from those who wanted to get involved and see the project grow, with the main sponsor being West One.
In December 2015, the independent business moved to its new location, inside the 7500 sq. ft. Warehouse on 92 Burton Road.
Peddler Market has been bringing top master chefs and award-winning food traders over the years and aims to bring new experiences each time.
This year people will be able to try exotic sea food or traditional dishes while listening to the newest musical addition to the event: Hot Diamond Aces.
When asked what the locals should expect from this upcoming edition, co-founder Jordan Roberts says: "More of everything."
The event will be held on 4-5 March on 92 Burton Road, between 5-11 pm on Friday and 2-11 pm on Saturday.
Starting from this weekend, Peddler Market will be running on the first weekend of every month.


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Date(s) - 06/26/2018
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Halcyon Works
WordPress developers, join us in June 2018 at Halcyon Works. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, June 26, 11:30am – 1:30pm. We will be meeting at Halcyon works at 11:30am, then going somewhere together for lunch.
The speaker for this developer's meetup is Aaron Campbell, WordPress Core Security Team Lead.
Here's our agenda for this meet up:
- Networking and lunch from 11:30am – 12:30pm
- Speaker
- Wrap-Up
Here are the details on the talk:
WordPress Security
Presented by Aaron Campbell, WordPress Core Security Team Lead
Aaron is funded by GoDaddy to work full time on the WordPress open source project, and has been leading the WordPress security team for about a year and a half. He'll be talking about WordPress security from the standpoint of a developer and has promised to leave plenty of time for Q&A, so bring your questions!


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Read our review: Mysterland USA Conquers the Woodstock Grounds
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During some soul-searching I found Victoria at GreatHERday (seriously, such a cool blog- check it out). I wrote a guest piece for her website, about friendships ending (also, check that out if you haven't already), and I like to think that we have formed a friendship of our own. Having someone quite impartial to talk to has been refreshing, and Victoria is, as you'll see from her Q&A, inspiring, amazing and simply put, fucking fabulous to the max! No question was too personal for Victoria, who dished the gossip on her wonderful blog.
I want to thank Victoria for answering my questions so honestly. If you want to read some funny, yet powerful, blog posts, definitely jump over to her site and enjoy… just finish reading this post first!
Question 1: Can you tell our readers about yourself and your blog?
I am a dopey, dramatic and driven lassie from a little town near Loch Ness which means I pretty much grew up with the Loch Ness Monster. In fact he is actually a distant cousin of mine.
This may come as a shock to many of my readers. I came from an abusive childhood, experienced homelessness and attempted suicide. Unfortunately this left me with on-going depression. Isn't it ironic that a person with depression writes for a blog named greatHerday? One day I will write a book
It turns out that greatHerday came to me on one of those days where the duvet was at replacing point
Why should anybody have an average or even a bad day if they can actively 'promote' their day?
What can you
Question 2: I love the name of your blog… tell me, what's been your greatest Herday?!
Oh god, every day is a greatHerday obviously. I cannot pick just one…
Sipping cocktails at Miami Bayside with the love of my life.
Getting an offer accepted on our current house, we live in a mansion (that often falls to bits) but is still incredible. Isn't it amazing how life can turn itself round?
That big ass ring on my finger and the big ass epic man that put it there.
Question 3: How did you first get into blogging?
Depression? I know, probably the strangest answer. I was so depressed, life was becoming unbearable and everything was closing down on me. All the strengths I once had were a thing of the past. Every day I looked in the mirror and seen a person that I did not recognise. The greatHerday idea saved me from what could of been a very dangerous place. There was absolutely no way I was going to allow myself go backwards. I attempted writing for my partners website and then found out that I could string a sentence or two together. Then I started getting greatHer feedback. The combination of releasing all of the activity in my head gave me a point in life that I couldn't find before.
Question 4: You're an empowering woman, working for yourself
and doing something creative. Can you tell me some of your strengths that really helped you in life?
My sense of humour and Rose Gallo Zinfandel.
My ability to look at some of the horrendous things that have happened in my life like they never happened to me. Often, I am asked how I coped with some of the terrible situations I was in. I can answer these questions easily because it feels like I am talking about somebody else.
The ability to turn the most horrific scenarios into ones that I can laugh at.
Efficiency, I am an extremely efficient person. If you ever need a counsellor or a personal shopper – I'm every woman. I can adapt like a lizard.
Question 5: How would you describe your style?
Style? As in fashion?
Style in writing? Fun, sarcastic, comical and
Question 6: What would be your ideal working environment?
Question 7: How do you manage to run your blog efficiently, alongside the day-to-day aspects of life in general?
Question 8: How do you want to develop, both personally and professionally, in the next year?
I live in a house, a very big house in the country so there are no bloggers within a 30 mile radius. Ultimately, I would like to get chatting with more bloggers. It's important to say that I also had the idea of doing some blogging collaborations but getting to know bloggers and having them come to our home for a weekend. A 'Blog N Breakfast' idea. My house sits on a hill with lovely views and is the perfect place to write, I want to share this with others who would like to go away on a budget for writing inspiration and relaxation.
Question 9: What was your biggest failure and what did you learn from that?
Question 10: Tell me about your proudest achievement?
Question 11: Who has impacted you most in life, and how?
Question 12: What is your greatest achievement when it comes to blogging?
Nailing social media. When I first got diagnosed with depression, I left all of my social media and cancelled all of my personal accounts. The privacy has done me the world of good therefore bring greatHerday to the social media platform was very scary for me. Even though I do not boast as many followers as TalkTalk, I have achieved a lot on a personal level.
Question 13: What do you do in your spare time?
Mostly I drink wine and pose for nude portraits. Not really, although I do drink wine… My hobbies including visiting historical locations, watching cookery programmes and binge watching box sets. Although, I love a spontaneous journey.
Question 14: Can you name some of your favourite bloggers and explain why they are your favourites?
Fabulous and Us obviously. I am not just saying this for the sake of this interview. It is a very empowering blog, it helps me with my journey. I also love HurrahforGin due to the pure comic nature of the blog. Gin is also fantastic.
Question 15: What, or who, inspired you to start your blog?
Question 16: What do you find the most frustrating aspect of modern life?
Women hating and slating other women. This is beyond ridiculous, we should stick together like a tribe. I see far too many women being cruel to other women and it makes me so damn mad. Love girls!
Question 17: Have you met anyone interesting/famous on your life journey?
Nope, however a second cousin of mine was in The Corries, who wrote the famous 'Flower of Scotland.' Therefore I got a flower tattooed on my leg, which I refer to my very own flower of Scotland ;).
Question 18: How much time do you spend blogging?
There are people who work 24/7 that work less than me. I blog in my sleep. Even when I am not writing, I am researching, on social media or checking the website. I am more obsessed than a fat kid is with cake.
Question 19: Is blogging your profession or a hobby?
Both, I spent too many years putting money in other peoples pockets for absolutely no satisfaction. Imagine having a hobby that you love which pays? That is one way to make every day a greatHerday.
I'm sure you'll agree that Victoria is pretty damn special and definitely a blogger, and a fellow go-getter, to watch!


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Now's the time, right? To set those goals for the new year. Write down exactly how many miles I want to run (1,000? 2,000? Or something clever, like 2014 for 2014?) And decide exactly how many races and of what distance I want to finish. (14 half marathons in 2014? Why not?)
I call bullshit on all of that. I tried it last year. I set some very specific goals – and even came up with Plan Bs for all; you know, just in case.
Let's review:
2013 Resolution #1: Next year, I want to run two marathons and ten half marathons.
Plan B: Really, I'll be happy with one marathon and, if possible, a half marathon each month — as long as I'm healthy and injury-free.
What really happened: I discovered triathlon and fell in love! And I sort of did Plan B (I think)? I ran the LA Marathon in March, and ran a half marathon (or longer) every month of the year, save for December. That's a total of nine half marathons, one 18-miler, one Ragnar Relay (total of 18+ miles spread over three legs), and 17 miles of the Big Sur Marathon, which I ran in a relay team. Throw in five triathlons, as well: two Olympic and three Sprint distance.
On paper, I did not meet this goal. In reality, for all the races I chose to do, the year could not have been more awesome!
2013 Resolution #2: I want run a marathon in under four hours.
Plan B: I'll be really happy if I finished in 4:09 — which all calculators tell me is reasonable given my fastest half marathon time this summer.
What really happened: FAIL! I ran 4:25 in LA, then rather than signing up for a second marathon, I focused on triathlon training — and I do not regret it one bit! I may run a sub-4 marathon one day, who knows. But it most likely will not be in 2014, and that is OK! My sole focus this year is finishing Ironman 70.3 (twice) – with absolutely no goal time attached.
2013 Resolution #3: I want to lose 15 pounds. (That would improve my running so much!)
Plan B: I'd be thrilled if I lost five.
What really happened: Um, would've been helpful if I'd weighed myself and recorded that weight at the end of 2013? I think I've lost five or so pounds, mostly because I gave up meat and have been doing two-a-days like a boss (a regular part of triathlon training). I've also cut my half marathon PR by more than four minutes this year, to 1:54:38 at the local Turkey Trot. A new 10K PR came, too, at 49:58 (a sub-50, ha!). My clothes fit well, including my pre-baby jeans. What more could you want?
2013 Resolution #4: I'll cut my coffee consumption in half.
Plan B: … [thinking] … [still thinking] … Oh, who are we kidding, never gonna happen.
What really happened: This actually happened, much to the surprise of my friends, family, coworkers and all baristas in Silicon Valley.
I used to drink four or more cups a day and went down to just one for several months after I did a three-day juice cleanse. Now I'm back to two (very, very rarely three), so there you go: cut in half!
So technically, I've achieved just one out of four resolutions I made last year. And, for all the running talk I talked, it was the coffee one that got done. Big fail, right?
Um, no. I just got caught up on setting stupid numerical goals that, at the time, I thought important and worth working hard to achieve.
Now I know better. I know that life gets in the way. You get injured – or you discover a new sport and throw yourself into it. Should you stick to the original plan just so you can "achieve" those resolutions? Heck no. Do what makes you healthier and happier!
So for 2014, I resolve thus:
No matter how many miles and how many races I run, my one and only goal will be to get to the start line healthy and injury-free, and finish the race happy, with (hopefully) just enough left in the tank to give my family a big, sweaty finish-line hug. Plan B? It would make me really, really happy if I looked good in at least one race photo.
That is all.
Have you set any goals or resolutions for 2014 yet? What are they?
Today's workouts:
Swim in the morning, 1550 yards in about 35 minutes. That included 200 yards kick, which always slows things down a lot. The rest was 100s that were supposed to be speed work, but I felt stiff, sluggish and so, so slow. The skiing & skating this week, and sitting in a car for most of the day yesterday have something to do with it.
In the afternoon, a 90-minute run turned into a super pleasant 10-miler. Pace was slow: this was supposed to be an RPE 2-3 run (rate of perceived exertion, on a scale of 1-10), but my heart rate stayed exactly where it was supposed to be (Dr. Maffetone would approve!) und keeping it low for that distance was not a problem. Feeling pretty happy about it!


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German student visa process in India
Frequently asked questions :
Do Indian students need a German study VISA to do MS in Germany?
Regulations for entering Germany can vary depending on the country of origin. Citizens of EU, Island, Lichtenstein, Norway, Switzerland, Australia, Japan, Canada, Korea, Israel, New Zealand and the USA may enter Germany with a valid passport and do not require a VISA whereas the citizens of all other countries including India require a study VISA to enter Germany.
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- Please make sure you are familiar with specific student-visa requirements on the website of the German embassy. Print out all forms and documents, and read them carefully.
- All questions of VISA application form have to be answered. Incomplete forms cannot be accepted. False statements or forged documents will also be rejected and reported to local authorities for further investigation.
- Proof of sufficient sources for living costs in Germany could be provided in different ways and the most common way is to show a student block account in Germany showing a minimum balance for the first twelve months. To open a student block account, there is a special account opening document that have to be filled and signed in the presence of the embassy authority.
How to apply for German student visa in India?
Step 1 : Visit the German official website for India.
Step 2 : Students from Karnataka and Kerala need to apply at the German consulate in Bangalore and students from Andhra Pradesh, Tamilnadu and Pondicherry need to apply for a student visa at the German consulate in Chennai.
Step 3: Select "VISA and consular services" from the column on the left hand side.
Step 4: Select "German National visas" and then select "student Visa".
Step 5 : Commonly you'll need the following documents to be presented at the German consulate :
Two set of,
1.German national Visa application form .
2. Declaration form.
3. Cover letter.
4. Copy of your IELTS score card.
5. Copy of your passport.
6. Undergraduate report card of all semesters, consolidated report card, degree certificate, school certificates.
7. German language certificates.
8. Blocked account opening form in German.
9. Blocked account opening form in English.
10. Blocked account with 8040 euros in German.
11. Blocked account with 8040 euros in English.
12. Work experience certificate.
Step 5: Follow all the steps displayed on the "student Visa" page.
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Pockets of drifting dust have cropped up on the airless surface of an asteroid called Eros. But with no wind to push the dust around, researchers weren't sure how it gathered into smooth patches. Now, thanks to stunning images from a craft that landed on the asteroid, scientists have proposed an exotic explanation: electrostatic levitation, triggered by sunlight.
Until recently, planetary geologists thought asteroids were barren rock, because, they reasoned, jolting collisions with other objects would propel any soil or dust into space. But images from the NEAR-Shoemaker spacecraft are dispelling that notion. The craft, which began orbiting Eros in February 2000, spied a jumble of deposits on the asteroid's surface, including oddly smooth "ponds" inside craters. On 12 February 2001, controllers guided the explorer to land on one such pond. Photos revealed details as small as 1.2 centimeters across--by far the closest scrutiny of an asteroid.
NEAR researchers examined these and thousands of other images to explain the ponds. Their report--part of a suite of papers on Eros in the 27 September issue of Nature--points to sunlight as the driving force. Sunlit dust particles near the asteroid's equator build up an electrostatic charge compared to their shadowed neighbors. Spectral analysis suggests that many grains are much less than 50 micrometers wide; that's light enough for the charges to briefly levitate the grains in the weak gravity of Eros. Each time they are aloft, the particles gradually migrate to the low parts of craters to form ponds in a process that may take millions of years to unfold, says planetary geologist and NEAR team member Mark Robinson of Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois.
A similar suspension probably occurs on the moon, where astronauts saw dust wafting above sunlit zones, says planetary scientist Erik Asphaug of the University of California, Santa Cruz. "It's exciting to see these fine, loose soils on an asteroid," Asphaug says. "Levitation is a great possibility," although impacts also may shake dust into motion, he notes. One consequence, Asphaug adds, is that future asteroid landers may need to cope with a problem faced by astronauts on the moon: coatings of charged dust on their instruments.
Related sites
NEAR-Shoemaker home page
Science paper on earlier Eros findings
Images and news from Eros encounter


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Too bad you can't watch "What to Expect When You're Expecting" the way most people read the best-selling self-help book: by skipping the unnecessary bits and diving into the important stuff.
This comedy takes the "New Year's Eve" approach to pregnancy, intercutting stories of five women dealing with impending motherhood: TV fitness trainer Jules (Cameron Diaz), expecting after an affair with her celebrity dance-show partner Evan ("Glee's" Matthew Morrison); baby-store owner Wendy (Elizabeth Banks), finally pregnant after years of trying with nebbish husband Gary ("Bridesmaids'" Ben Falcone); Skylar (Brooklyn Decker), trophy wife of Gary's overcompetitive father, Ramsey (Dennis Quaid); Rosie (Anna Kendrick), a young chef knocked up after a one-night stand with a rival food-truck operator, Marco (Chace Crawford); and Holly (Jennifer Lopez), a photographer seeking with her husband, Alex (Rodrigo Santoro), to adopt an orphan from Ethiopia.
Screenwriters Shauna Cross ("Whip It") and Heather Hach ("Freaky Friday") load up the predictable jokes about stretch marks, bladder pressure and tender nipples and draw some good humor by creating "the Dudes Group," a confab of stroller-pushing papas led by the always-funny Chris Rock.
Director Kirk Jones ("Nanny McPhee," "Waking Ned Devine") balances the humor with the serious bits well, but has a harder time balancing the over-the-top performances (by Diaz and Quaid, especially) with the more subtle storylines (notably in Kendrick's fine performance).
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Going for a bike ride in Les 2 Alpes? OK. Climb up to the Vallée Blanche (a 500-metre vertical ascent)? No way, that's far too difficult…
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International Women's Day
Yesterday was International Women's Day, a day which is gaining increasing recognition around the world. Strangely enough, I first learned about International Women's Day while studying for a year in Beijing. In 1984, this day wasn't observed at all in the United States but was absolutely huge in China where, of course, there was a high level of systemic and cultural discrimination against women. This year's Women's Day packed quite a punch in the light of the #metoo campaign being waged around the world.
I was reminded of a program I participated in last winter which was sponsored by the Women's Auxiliary of Ahmadiyya Islam. Ahmadiyya Muslims come almost entirely from Pakistan and India and believe that the messiah has already come. In short, kind of Messianic Jews, only Muslims. Their motto is "Love for all, hatred for none" and as a result, they run a multifaith program each year. Last year's topic was the role of women in religion, and speakers from seven faith traditions shared our views. I was last.
I listened in to all the other speakers with more than a little cynicism. Each speaker talked about how progressive her faith group was when it came to the role of women. I was not convinced that Islam, or Sikhism, or even Buddhism had historically achieved equality of the sexes. It was then that I had a sudden revelation: I realised that the only reason why I was able to stand before this group as a woman rabbi was that Judaism had been through a reformation. It was a little more than 200 years ago that a group of male rabbis in Germany decided that the time had come to transform Judaism from a religion that had changed little in the last thousand years to one that mirrored the society in which it was practised. The early reformers introduced German—the spoken language of the land—into the service. They allowed men and women to sit together. They borrowed the concept of a sermon from their Christian neighbours, allowing the rabbis to speak on topics of current importance as well as on more traditional texts. They paved the way for later dramatic changes in Jewish life, including most significantly a far more public presence for Jewish women as rabbis, cantors, but also as active and involved members of congregations. Today at Beit Shalom, baby girls are welcomed into the community exactly the same as boys are. Bar and bat mitzvah ceremonies are identical. We are truly an egalitarian community.
That wasn't the case for the whole of the Jewish world. Jews living in eastern Europe, north Africa and eastern Asia never saw a reform unfold. For them, Jewish practice continued as it always had been. Nor did the lives of Orthodox women and girls change significantly in western countries until just a few decades ago. I still regularly encounter women who grew up in Orthodox homes and never had the opportunity to attend Cheder. Their parents reckoned that since their only religious obligation would be to keep a kosher home, there was no need for them to learn to read Hebrew or study Torah. Their brothers went, and they stayed home. For many decades, only a small minority of Jews anywhere in the world enjoyed the benefits of Judaism's reform. Now that's all changed. Girls across much of the modern Jewish world are well educated, and there is a whole generation of modern Orthodox Jewish women who are out there making sure that girls learn as much as the boys.
But none of this would have happened without the Reform movement. Those rabbis of the early 19th century made it possible for the generations that followed to put every belief and practice of Judaism under the microscope. Sometimes the baby was thrown out with the bathwater, as happened in 1885 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania when the fifteen men who comprised the Central Conference of American Rabbis declared the following: "We hold that all such Mosaic and rabbinical laws as regulate diet, priestly purity, and dress originated in ages and under the influence of ideas entirely foreign to our present mental and spiritual state. They fail to impress the modern Jew with a spirit of priestly holiness; their observance in our days is apt rather to obstruct than to further modern spiritual elevation. And elsewhere: We consider ourselves no longer a nation, but a religious community, and therefore expect neither a return to Palestine, nor a sacrificial worship under the sons of Aaron, nor the restoration of any of the laws concerning the Jewish state." But that baby can always be rescued, and in 1999, the CCAR met once again in Pittsburgh—this time several thousand strong. Its members adamantly affirmed their support for the state of Israel and endorsed the idea that kashrut could be a way to elevate the act of eating.
Only two religious traditions have ever experience a reformation: Judaism and Christianity. Without reform, without renewal, change is slow or nearly impossible. We see that with the resistance from the Catholic church to very sensible changes that will keep children safe. We see it in the Muslim world when women's rights are affirmed in theory but not always upheld in practice. And, sadly, we see it in the strange world of haredi Judaism, in which women are increasingly literally erased from view. Indeed, our present day sees the very real danger of decades of reforms for women rolled back—not only within our houses of worship, but in our working and family lives. Women in developed countries continue to struggle to achieve equality with men, while women in developing countries deal daily with huge economic and cultural disadvantages. Perhaps once a year for International Women's Day is not often enough. We should be working each day for that time when all human beings can achieve their full potential regardless of their sex.
This week's Torah portion is especially apt to the occasion. As work begins on the Tabernacle—the Israelites' Temple in the desert—women join in the effort to create sacred objects of lasting beauty. It is the only instance in the Torah in which women are invited to work alongside men—to contribute their own unique gifts to the effort. I find it deeply meaningful that all Israelites who had talents to share were invited to be a part of this moment in the lives of the people. So may all women always have a place at the table, and may our voices ring out loud. Shabbat shalom!


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Investors are homing in on Houston with a flurry of office building deals as the year comes to a close.
In west Houston, New York-based Clarion Partners has acquired Westchase Park and an adjacent 7-acre parcel where it plans to construct a second building to fill a shortage of office space in Westchase.
The six-story, 272,361-square-foot building on 8.2 acres at 3700 W. Sam Houston Parkway was purchased from Simmons Vedder Partners and O'Connor Capital Partners. Completed in 2009, the building is 98 percent leased to eight tenants. Rusty Tamlyn, Jeff Hollinden and Trent Agnew of commercial real estate firm HFF represented the sellers. Brian Watkins, a managing director of Clarion Partners, represented his firm.
"We're very excited about the market forecast we see for Houston, especially in the Energy Corridor and Westchase," said Chuck Kemp, the property's asset manager with Clarion Partners.
Design work on a second building is under way, and construction will likely begin on a speculative basis by the second quarter, Kemp said. The building could be leased to one or more tenants and will take advantage of the lake views.
The purchase boosts Clarion Partners' portfolio to more than 2.5 million square feet at four buildings in Houston, including its 50 percent stake in Wells Fargo Plaza downtown.
"The thing that's driving the investment sales in Houston is our market fundamentals," said Danny Miller, senior managing director of HFF. "There's a whole bunch of statistics that are just extremely favorable in Houston relative to the rest of the country."
Miller pointed to annual job growth in the six-figure range, rising office rents, strong leasing activity and Houston's recent recognition as the nation's fastest-growing economy by the Brookings Institution.
Near Greenway Plaza, Parkway Properties is under contract to buy Phoenix Tower from an affiliate of Franklin Street Properties. Expected to close by year-end, the deal adds to Parkway's more than 1.5 million square feet at nine properties in the suburban areas of Houston and Sugar Land.
Parkway Properties said it will pay $124.5 million, or $199 per square foot for the 26-story building, which is 85 percent leased. The 626,000-square-foot building at 3200 Southwest Freeway at Buffalo Speedway is owned by FSP Phoenix Tower Limited Partnership. Jared Chua, Bernard Branca and Russell Ingrum of CBRE represented the seller.
Less than a mile away, Unilev Capital Corp. has purchased 3555 Timmons, a 225,895-square-foot building with 14 stories north of Richmond Avenue. Danny Miller and Martin Hogan of HFF marketed the property for the seller, Great Point Investors. Unilev also owns the Galleria Towers I and II, Galleria Financial Center, One and Three Riverway, among other properties.
In the Galleria area, KBS Strategic Opportunity REIT has purchased 1800 West Loop South. The 400,101-square-foot building is 88 percent occupied. The CBRE team of Chua, Branca and Ingrum represented the seller, Pearlmark Real Estate Partners, consisting of Edward Easton, Jorge Perez and Chuck Cobb.
Fidelis Realty Partners and BayNorth Capital completed the sale of 4900 Woodway, a 12-story building with 119,127 square feet, to 49 Woodway LLC. Danny Miller and Martin Hogan of HFF represented the sellers.
Last week, the Chronicle reported that Invesco Real Estate was selected as the buyer of Williams Tower, according to a source. The 64-story building is owned by Hines Real Estate Investment Trust.
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Become the leader people are proud to follow by opening yourself tothe influences that develop character: Anduring relationships withfriAnds, family, and God.Solidly based on Christian values, thispractical, visionary, and hope-filled book guides readers through astep-by-step process for developing both personal character and thenetwork of important relationships that enable character to winout, even in the face of setbacks, adversity, and temptations totake short cuts. Leadership is about character, the authors assert,and character weaves values like integrity, honesty, and selflessservice into the fabric of our lives, organizations, andcultures.
The Ascent of a Leader is written for ordinary people-mothers,husbands, bosses, secretaries, pastors, teachers, and students-whowant to develop extraordinary character, find and follow God's planfor their lives, and lead others where they need to go. We all haveinnate leadership potential. To maximize it, we must do much morethan develop performance-based skills, the authors assert. We mustconsciously choose who and what we allow to influence us, find anddevelop our humility, and build Anduring relationships withcolleagues, family, friAnds, and God. They offer engaging real-lifeexamples to show how we can grow into our true potential as leadersand inspire us to "make a difference in the 21st century-in ourfamilies, our communities, our companies, our government, and evenour world."
With a foreword by Ken Blanchard.
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A former CPA, management consultant, and church leader, Bill Thrall(left) serves as leadership mentor for Leadership Catalyst, Inc. (LCI), a nonprofit organization dedicated to igniting character development in current and emerging leaders. Bruce McNicol(center) brings international experience in coaching leaders and serves as LCI's president. Ken McElrath(right) directs marketing for hi-tech start-up companies.
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A Different Ladder to Success.
Big Leaders on Short Ladders.
Creating Environments That Uphold and Empower Us.
Nurturing Relationships That Ground and Sustain Us.
The First Rung: Stepping Up Through An Act of Trust.
The Second Rung: Choosing Vulnerability.
The Third Rung: Aligning with Truth.
The Fourth Rung: Paying the Price.
Chutes and Leaders: Stories from the Fourth Rung.
The Fifth Rung: Discovering Your Destiny.
Keeping Your Balance: Seven Challenges of the Fifth Rung
Becoming the Kind of Person Others Want to Follow.
The Authors.
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"The Ascent of a Leader reiterates a truth that is timeless: "No man is an island." Through well-chosen parables and real-life examples, Thrall, McNicol, and McElrath offer valuable lessons in interdependence and show us how to engender 'trust, creativity, and hope'--in ourselves and others." —Jon Kyl, U.S. Senator from Arizona
"The Ascent of a Leader fits in the fine lineage of Greenleaf's Servant Leadership and De Pree's Leadership Is an Art. A must-read for leaders who know and leaders who wonder about a deeper foundation and a higher pinnacle. Transcendent, transparent,and authentic." —Daryl C. F. Wilson, general manager manufacturing, Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada, Inc.
"Most leaders are familiar with and thrive on challenges and risks. The Ascent of a Leader deals with the greatest risks any of us can face: humility, transparency, and sacrifice. This book will challenge you in unique ways and help you view your calling with a new perspective." —Jack Alexander, CEO, WorldTravel Partners
"Leadership is all about relationships. This book is a must-read for those who want to lead in relationship building." —C. William Pollard, chairman, The ServiceMaster Company
"This inspiring book is essential reading for those who seek to earn the respect of the emerging generation who hunger for leaders whose personal and professional lives are centered on character and dignity." —Dick Capen, former U.S. ambassador to Spain, chairman and publisher of The Miami Herald
"Climbing the ladder of success is a driving passion for many in today's corporate America, but too often character is compromised on the way up. The Ascent of a Leader helped me think through both motives and means to true success." —John Beckett, president, R. W. Beckett Corporation; author, Loving Monday: Succeeding in Business Without Selling Your Soul
"The Ascent of a Leader powerfully cuts through all areas of life. I am confident these principles will profoundly enrich the leader's marriage, family, social, and corporate relationships." —Mike Singletary, NFL Hall of Fame
"The leadership journey that The Ascent of a Leader describes so well is truly an extraordinary experience, although not for the faint of heart. If we stay with the journey as the authors advise though, it takes us beyond our own minds and imaginations and leaves us astounded by grace. I would recommend this book for any leaders who are sincerely attracted to the challenge of letting God take them to places they've never been before." —Janet Hagberg, director, Silent Witness National Initiative; author, Real Power and The Critical Journey
"This powerful and inspiring book points to vital steps that can help readers move from selfishness to selflessness, from self-sufficiency to God-sufficiency. True leaders are spawned, the authors write, by small groups of faithful people in which participants can be healed and restored, and broken loose from human bondage to do the real work of the world." —George Gallup Jr., chairman, Gallup International Institute
"The Ascent of a Leader represents a ground-breaking blend of the technical and character aspects of leadership." —Bill Hybels, chairman, The Willow Creek Association
"Fresh, introspective, noble—this book contrasts the conventional leadership climb to sacred truth, mature living, and selfless achievement. The authors deftly describe what it means to lead by example and answer one of life's great questions, 'Why do people follow?'" —William Boyajian, president, Gemological Institute of America
"No matter what your leadership style, The Ascent of a Leader will make you reassess it. I hope that future leaders will adopt the important creative suggestions and insights in this book. A must-read for us all." —Wallace R. Hawley, founder, InterWest Partners; vice chairman, Center for Economic Policy Research, Stanford University
"A fascinating journey about personal relationships and the importance of character, integrity, and faith, which prepares one to step up the ladder in leadership." —Jerry Colangelo, president and chief executive officer, Phoenix Suns; managing general partner, Arizona Diamondbacks
"This outstanding book of principles provides leaders with unusual how-to's and practical steps for developing character. The Ascent of a Leader is a remarkable look at how young leaders learn to serve others and how older leaders learn to reach their destiny." —Matthew Parker, president, Institute for Black Family Development
"Today we see so many visible and disappointing examples of fallen and falling leaders ... in business, in government, in sports, even in religion. The Ascent of a Leader provides important insights into the critical importance of character development (rather than just skill development) in helping you fulfill your potential as a positive leader." —Dale Gifford, chief executive officer, Hewitt Associates
"A must-read for those wanting to make a difference in their businesses, communities, and families. A perfect blend of wisdom, compassion, and practical experience!" —Jay Abraham, director of sports, Franklin Covey
"This book is a profound and unique answer to the questions of our tumultuous society ... uncompromising character development produces profound influence and leadership ability." —Naomi Rhode, past president, National Speakers Association and '97 Cavett Winner
"This profound and timely book teaches us how to live well and to lead wisely. The Ascent of a Leader creatively shows us how to center our lives in unchanging principles that produce an enduring influence in all our relationships." —John R. Castle Jr., executive vice president (retired), EDS
"No topic is more timely for our culture than to learn how character and influence develop in relationships over a lifetime. The Ascent of a Leader shows us how to lay hold of it." —Larry Crabb, best-selling author, psychologist, distinguished scholar in residence
"A fresh-revolutionary-look at leadership. This book will not just change your leadership style, it will change you and the lives you touch." —Daniel Dominguez, CPA/partner, BDO Seidman, LLP
"Due to the current lack of spiritual leadership in our country, the message in these pages is deeply needed at this time across our land. It clearly promotes a principle-based pathway of leadership that fosters hope, trust, reconciliation, and character." —John M. Perkins, founder, John M. Perkins Foundation for Reconciliation and Development
"The Ascent of a Leader is truly a 'holy' book for anyone on the leadership path. As a young leader of a family business, this book provided a roadmap (or ladder!) for me on how to lead from values and integrity." —Louise Slater, chairman of the board Consolidated Systems, Inc.
"Having spent several years on the staff at West Point contemplating the development of leaders of character, I find in The Ascent of a Leader a powerfully insightful, honest, and encouraging model for practice by leaders who genuinely seek to grow in character and in the impact for good that such leadership makes possible." —Larry Donnithorne, author, The West Point Way of Leadership: From Fostering Principled Leadership to Practicing It
"Successful leadership is a spiritual journey. In these inspiring pages, you will find a rare map for your soul, a map that can help you negotiate the thrills, risks, and lonely moments we all visit as leaders. You may also discover a yearning to share this map and journey with emerging leaders of the next generation." —Karen Brugler, manager, Health Care Consulting Practice, Ernst & Young, LLP
"This book, written from the experiences of three gifted leaders, gives practical suggestions of how one can climb the character ladder, the ladder of self discovery, each of which draws one to his or her true self." —Tom Phillips, president, International Students, Inc.
"We live at a time in history when there is a pronounced vacuum in leadership. Our need is for clear, inspiring, and above all timeless teaching on the subject of leadership. The Ascent of a Leader powerfully provides us with all these and more." —Michael Card, best-selling composer, author, teacher
"As each chapter unfolded, I found myself desiring the next. If you want to be prepared for a meaningful leadership opportunity when it arrives, then this book is for you." —Karsten Louis Solheim, executive vice president, Karsten Manufacturing Corporation
"The Ascent of a Leader addresses the two most important questions leaders-actually anyone-must answer if their lives and work are to have meaning: Who are you? And who cares? Character shapes cultures and culture nourishes character. Who you are makes a difference." —Walter C. Wright Jr., president, Regent College
"My job of training young managers for The Weather Channel during its startup would have been much easier if this resource had been available. It will also spark a renaissance for senior managers who may have forgotten how or why they climbed the ladder." —Hugh Eaton, startup business manager, The Weather Channel
"The Ascent of a Leader shows how character is a lifelong building process between God and yourself that then translates into leadership." —Karl Eller, chairman, Eller Media Company
"Superb, a must-read for everyone who would lead others with God's help by developing extraordinary character." —Robert A. Fulton, chairman and chief executive officer, Web Industries, Inc.
"In this remarkable and helpful book, the authors carefully and clearly help us to understand that leaders are made, not necessarily born. Anyone who aspires to leadership-young or old, male or female-will be helped immensely by this significant publication." —Ted W. Engstrom, president emeritus, World Vision
"Truth has a way of drawing us into a clearer sense of purpose and identity. This book gets beyond the cheap routes to "success" with engaging stories which highlight enduring principles of leadership throughout the ages. A must read for all who desire to bring life and hope to others...and themselves." —Robert C. Andringa, president, Council for Christian Colleges & Universities


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Sheffield Senators are the visitors to the National Ice Centre this Sunday evening as the Lions aim to prolong their unbeaten start to the season.
Matt Bradbury's men have yet to lose so far in their NIHL Division 2 North campaign recording four straight wins in their first four games before coming back from two goals down to claim a well-earned 3-3 draw at Deeside Dragons last Sunday.
Sheffield also remain unbeaten this season having notched up two impressive road wins at Deeside and a 12-2 drubbing of Fylde last weekend. They also play host to Solihull Barons on Saturday evening before they make the short journey down the M1 the next day.
Nottingham welcome back the likes of Simon Hunt and Christy Johnson-Brown, whilst Joseph Steeples, Daniel Hazledine and Cameron Good all return from Under-18′s duty and young defenseman Sam Illsley makes his senior debut.
So head down to the NIC this Sunday (7.15pm face off) for what should prove to be a pulsating derby game between two teams yet to lose this season. Drama and excitement are guaranteed as both teams battle it out for local bragging rights.
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Companions on the Journey
The Diocese of Reno requires all lay people, paid and/or volunteers, to participate in the Protecting God's Children program. Even though the ministry you choose does not include children under the age of 17 years, you will encounter them during your time at St. Rose. They are everywhere! This program is to heighten your awareness and just to be cognizant of your surroundings when children are present.
Workshops are available throughout the diocese at various parishes, including workshops at Bishop Manogue Catholic High School, which is conveniently located next door to St. Rose! The onsite workshop by a certified trainer takes about 3 hours and then it is required to complete 24 online training bulletins and a re-certification training course via the VIRTUS Online™ system, at your convenience, but within a reasonable amount of time. If you do not have access to a computer, the bulletins can be mailed to you.
The dates, times of the workshops, plus more information is available at the Diocese of Reno's webpage, Safe Enviorment.
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Zodiak Americas has tapped Stefanie Gelinas as senior veep of the U.S. outpost of Zodiak Media's Creativity & Innovation Unit.
The C&I Unit connect Zodiak Media's producers from 45 shingles and identifies projects with international format potential, and helps develop these projects. Gelinas will oversee the LA-based think tank, and is seeking a veep of development to join her team this year.
Before joining Zodiak, Gelinas has served as veepee of development for Endemol Germany, VP of development and strategy at FremantleMedia, and managing director of Talpa Content USA.
"For a company our size, it's essential that we have a team like the C&I Unit to connect the different parts of the group together in a creative dialogue," said Jonny Slow, CEO of Zodiak Americas. "With her background in international format development and sales, Stefanie is the perfect addition to the C&I Unit."
Natalka Znak, topper of Zodiak USA, added: "Having Stefanie here will ensure that we get the best ideas and formats from the group to the American market."


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Eight DCU Students to compete at the World University Games, Taipei, Taiwan 19th-30th August 2017
DCU is proud to support eight DCU Students that have been selected to compete at the 29th World University Games, Taipei, Taiwan from the 19th-30th August 2017. The students will represent DCU and Ireland as they compete with student athletes from all over the world. In total 10,000 athletes will come together in Taipei to compete in over 300 medal events, across 21 sports at the World University Games.
Yvonne McGowan, DCU's Senior Sports Development Officer said 'The World University Games is the pinnacle of all University Sporting competition. To be selected to compete on the global stage for Team Ireland at the World University Games is a huge achievement and a testament to the hard work and dedication of the athletes. DCU develops and supports elite athletes through the Sport Scholarship programme and we are now extremely proud to be supporting our athletes as they compete at the 29th World University Games. We would like to congratulate all eight athletes for their achievements and wish them every success in Taipei'.
The students selected to compete at the 29th World University Games are:
Course & Year 2017-2018
Cian McManamon (Athletics, 20km Walk)
Grad. Dip. in Management of Operations
Kevin Kelly (Athletics, 1500m)
Education and Training 3rd Year
Alan O Sullivan (Soccer)
Sports Science and Health 4th Year
Ross Taheny (Soccer)
Bachelor of Education 4th Year
Brendan Hyland (Swimming, 200m Butterfly)
Accounting and Finance 2nd Year
Ailbhe Clancy (Soccer)
Analytical Science 4th Year
Aisling Frawley (Soccer)
Bachelor of Education 4th Year
Aoibhin Webb (Soccer)
Bachelor of Arts (Joint Honours) 3rd Year
The World University Games, also known as the Summer Universiade, are held every two years under the auspices of FISU, the International University Sports Federation. The Games are second in size only to the Olympics with around 13,000 competitors and officials participating. The 2017 WUG programme will compromise of fourteen compulsory sports and eight optional sports which are determined by the relevant host country. The Games are an established part of high performance programmes for many Irish athletes in a range of different sport and offer the opportunity to compete in a global multi-sport environment.
Full schedules are now available from the official Universiade 2017 at www.2017.taipei/home
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The Irish Men's Soccer team have been drawn in a group against host nation Taipei, France and Mexico, The Irish Women's Soccer team have been drawn in a group of three face a tough challenge as they meet both Canada and Mexico in the group stage.


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BROWARD COUNTY, Fla. – Authorities say four left lanes along westbound Interstate 595 were blocked Thursday afternoon due to an accident.
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Greetings, friends. Welcome to the Great White North, where paradise is not considered a tropical island loaded with loud people (can you say overrated?). Instead, it is a place where the land is so remote and quiet you could hear an owl's feather drop. From wolves howling off in the distance to the surprising sounds of the northern lights as they dance above you, from the snort of a polar bear as it gets a whiff of your scent from a tundra vehicle to the minuscule splash of water as the line of your reel starts to dip. Oh, this is the Canada of your dreams. You want glorious, strong and free? You got it here. And Calm Air will get you there.
Called the "Polar Bear Capital of the World," Churchill is also known as a beluga whale watching hot spot, a birder's paradise and one of the best places to experience the northern lights. It's also a place where you can immerse yourself in Canada's rich fur trade history, explore the rugged tundra by foot, boat or dog sled, and dine on outstanding cuisine (Arctic Char is a must!).
Add Churchill to your bucket list, you will not be disappointed, because, c'mon, polar bears, belugas and northern lights!!! It's a trifecta of epicness.
Flin Flon
Nestled in the middle of nature's splendor, Flin Flon is a thriving mining community and fantastic vacation destination. The town lies in the heart of northern Manitoba's Lake district and is home to enormous lake trout, burbot and northern pike. If you're an avid angler, you want to find your way here.
Those Master Angler trophy fish are just waiting for you to reel 'em in! Just remember to release 'em back.
Love fishing and hunting? Located in a wilderness paradise, Gillam, and its surrounding areas, are where you'll find remote fishing and hunting lodges and outposts to get away from it all. Gillam is also where the feisty sled dogs begin their annual Hudson Bay Quest.
Want to embark on a wilderness adventure that feels as authentic as a Nat Geo doc? Then Gillam is your first stop on a journey down the Nelson River to York Factory.
The Pas
Known as the "Gateway to the North," The Pas abounds with nature's glory. It's a short distance to Clearwater Lake, one of only three "true blue" lakes in the world — the water is crystal clear and free of pollutants. It's where you can gaze up at northern lights any time of year and explore natural wonders featuring everything from waterfalls to caves in one of the two nearby parks: Clearwater Lake and Grass River.
Party pioneer-style at at the Northern Manitoba Trappers' Festival! You'll see brave souls set traps, filet fish, build fires from scratch and even whip up a snack over an open fire. And no fur trapper fest is considered a success without axe-throwing and dog races.
Quick glimpses of elusive wolves are a common occurrence around Thompson. You can't miss the 10-story mural of a wolf that towers over the wolf-lined (of the statue kind) Spirit Way Trail. You can even occasionally hear the haunting howl of the timber wolf from within the city. Summer brings fishing, water skiing, biking, hiking, while winter brings downhill skiiing, wilderness snowmobiling and ice fishing.
This city has a serious crush on their wolves and that's probably the coolest thing ever, right?
A city full of surprises. From the mysterious and enlightening, to the delicious and unexpected, this town gets more compelling the deeper you explore it. But the most thrilling part is that Winnipeg is the first stop before embarking on your ultimate northern adventure.
Hop on board a Calm Air flight and watch how the terrain changes from prairie fields to boreal forest to the rugged lowlands of Hudson Bay.
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As your breath gently rolls out a cloud of mist temporarily blocks your vision, and you can feel your heart pounding in your chest as the distinct sound of leaves crunching under a whitetail's steps approaches slowly. Suddenly, a spot of brown, a glimpse of antler tines, and there he is, standing in front of you… your dream buck at 30 yards broadside, pausing to catch the wind just right. It's now or never!
While whitetails are common throughout the North American continent, few places hold the traditions and values like Wisconsin. Whether you like bow hunting from a ladder stand, the comfort and warmth of rifle hunting from a permanent elevated and heated box blind, or the challenge of a muzzle loader, Arrow Ridge Ranch will help you rise to the occasion and harvest the trophy buck of your dreams. The terrain is perfect, after all it is Wisconsin! Tall pines, thick lush oaks, valleys, ridges, and low land swamp provide the perfect setting for one of the most elusive game species on the planet!
All hunts are 4 days/ 3 nights and include all meals, lodging and beverages, transportation to and from the field and field dressing of your trophy. Transportation to and from a predetermined airport can be arranged at no additional cost. No license required.
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