text:
Lenovo Legion Y530 Intel Core i7-8750H 16GB Ram 2TB + 256 GB SSD VGA Nvidia GTX 1050TI 4 GB
- Yes
WITH GTX 1050TI YOU CAN RUN GAMES ON ULTRA GRAPHIC - Lenovo Legion Y530 Intel Core i7-8750H 16GB Ram 2TB + 256 GB SSD VGA Nvidia GTX 1050TI 4 GB
With its skinny bezels, the Y530 packs larger than 2 million pixels proper right into a near-edgeless 15-inch FHD present.
Choices :
Gaming has a model new look
The gaming laptops of earlier are gone, and now's the time to embrace a machine that is worthy of you—fashionable on the pores and skin, savage on the inside. At 24 mm and a few.Three kg, the Lenovo Legion Y530 Laptop computer laptop was redesigned to ship the right stability between epic gaming effectivity and wise portability.
Take your video video games to the monster
With its skinny bezels, the Y530 packs larger than 2 million pixels proper right into a near-edgeless 15-inch FHD present. Blended with as a lot as 144 Hz refresh cost, 300 nits of brightness, and an IPS Antiglare show display, this laptop computer laptop brings your favorite video video games to life, for breathtakingly immersive gameplay on the go.
Designed for what's future
The Y530 choices Intel's high-performance eighth Gen Intel® Core™ cell processors, delivering the ultimate phrase on-the-go effectivity with help for Intel® Optane™ Know-how—optimized to sport the way in which through which you do, with as a lot as six cores and 12 threads for high-end gaming and pro-level content material materials creation.
Vital graphics for every gamer
The Y530 is an actual gaming rig, powered by NVIDIA®-the most superior GPU construction ever created. This superior GPU boosts effectivity in high-definition and helps DirectX12 choices to ship super-fast, simple and power-efficient gameplay. The Y530 comes loaded with rather more progressive NVIDIA® game-ready utilized sciences that will let you experience the latest titles of their full immersive glory.
Additional muscle per millimeter
Educated craftsmanship extends previous design. The Y530 represents the fruits of a whole lot of engineering hours to ship a laptop computer laptop that is every extremely efficient and thin. Incorporating DDR4 memory, PCIe SSD storage, and further, our engineers blended their expertise in battery, I/O placement, thermals, and motherboard design to pack the easiest {{hardware}} into one extremely efficient gaming laptop computer laptop.
Precision keys for precision directions
Your keyboard is the first and ultimate factor you'll contact all through a extreme gaming session, so its particulars matter. The Y530 delivers a full-sized, white-backlit, high-response keyboard and amount pad with 1.7 mm of key journey, for most likely probably the most ergonomic and comfy gaming experience.
Run silent, run cool
warmth, the nemesis of gaming effectivity, simply is not a problem with the remastered Y530. It comprises a dual-channel thermal system, offering a number of benefits: explicit individual CPU and GPU cooling, for cooler system temperatures; Four thermal vents, for improved airflow; and 70 explicit individual fan blades per channel, to chop again system noise.
Get additional out of your leisure
Dolby Audio™ Premium energizes your leisure with rich, extremely efficient sound. It dynamically adjusts audio to ship home theater prime quality in a digital embody sound experience for your entire leisure. Boosted bass and enhanced amount flip all of it up for sound that's loud and clear adequate to share.
Full connectivity
The Y530 comprises a helpful array of ports and connectors; plug in an exterior machine or accent, or simply price or secure your laptop computer laptop with the following, as confirmed above:
1-USB Type-C port
2-Mini DP port
3-USB 3.0 port
4-HDMI port
5-RJ-45 port
6-AC adaptor port
7-Kensington Lock slo


text:
Arab and Muslim countries and their leaders
May God's blessing be upon you
Greetings to the leaders and the people
What I unfortunately see today happening in Muslim countries with respect to the leaders' conduct towards their people
Once upon a time we used to wage war in the name of God and say to the world: "We are Muslims ruled by God's Qur'an and the Sunna of Muhammad, peace be upon him." And those who died would be considered martyrs who would go to heaven. And our conquests ended successfully in Egypt and many other countries, thanks be to God.
And now Muslims are killing Muslims, and the worst thing is that those defending Muslims are not from among our people. They say that we are without culture and without religion.
The ruler kills his father, mother, and children along with his people, so by what religion are you ruling your people? Don't you know that your sovereignty derives from your Lord? How will you face up to him on the Day of Judgment? Won't he tell you, oh oppressor who went astray from governance, that you won't escape?
The money is not your money and the land is not your land, nor is the sky your sky or the sea your sea. All of it belongs to God, may his name be glorified.
The devil tells you to rule forever and to pass rule on to your children and grandchildren. In order to provide for your kin, your country and people become a mere inheritance.
You are an individual, but the people are numerous, and among them are many individuals who are better than you… Better that you live with your dear people so that God is satisfied with you than that you be forced to leave and then remain in the dust while people step on you, for from dust you came and to dust you shall return.
People, we are exposed and there is no veil between the Lord and us. We should take heed from the earthquakes in Japan and the hurricanes in the United States. The seas shall be calm for Him who is above them, and the devil has no hold over us as He said: "I will seduce them all except for your true believers," and he is the one who took Adam and Eve out of Paradise.
Those other, secondary countries unite… We Muslims have a religion which says that uniting gives us strength, for we speak Arabic and we are Arab and Muslim; our countries and our governments are all in trouble, countries that live but have forgotten the unity of all Arabs.
Our countries can, with the help of their investors, sow the lands of all Muslim countries. The yield of their harvests can suffice our Arab and Muslim people, and it will overflow if we import and leave our lands without planting wheat.
Muslim countries have scholars, doctors, engineers, teachers, and investors, and we have only just begun. We are Muslims. Unfortunately, the Arab League doesn't come together for anything but disagreements, not for Arab or Muslim unity. Thus, self-sufficiency unfortunately becomes impossible to execute.
Arab leaders and Muslims, this is a message from an Arab Egyptian: for the sake of God, you must unite and not separate. Let the Arabs and Muslims love each other. Don't let passports, borders, and other separations between Muslim countries and Muslims come between us. We must be like buildings constructed close together, holding each other up.

subset: commoncrawl


text:
In the event that you Read Nothing Else Today, Read This Report on Best university Writng provider
In the event that you Read Nothing Else Today, Read This Report on Best university Writng provider
people haven't any concept whatever they require regarding their everyday lives and worry about any of it constantly. It is very crucial to own suggestions that are new therefore searching for the assistance of specialist is actually likely to make it possible to show up with some associated with the best essays. Trust in me, it really is a terrible concept to get going composing an essay as soon as which you complete reading the essay prompt. Regardless of if subconscious, it's far too easy to just just take someone else's idea and run with this specific. The point is, it's going to be enlightening. Ahead of beginning, remember an incredible comprehension of appropriate spelling, punctuation and sentence structure could be a boost that is real both your company writing and also the true popularity of your business.
exactly exactly What the In-Crowd Won't inform you of Best College Writng Service
Folks can still find your work online and you also must make sure it's written good and mistake free. (more…)


text:
Holiday Memories challenge. I always looked forward to the class holiday party and my teachers always had something fun planned. I love making gifts for my kids teachers even now.
I found these frames at Ikea for $1.99 each and they come in black, white or red. The papers are Bo Bunny's Shabby Princess and Pep Rally. The chalkboard is made with the Tim Holtz die and the "blackboard" was cut to fit inside then distressed with Tim Holtz Tea Dye Distress ink before using a chalk ink writer for the board. The image is TGF's Cheeky Geeky and is colored with copic markers using the no-line technique and paper piecing. She also has faux pearl earrings. Thanks for looking! April


text:
My Lawn Mower Won't Start After It's Warmed Up
If your lawnmower won't start after it's been running for a while, the problem may be easier to fix than you think. Although a warm mower usually means that you'll complete the job, there are several environmental and mechanical conditions that might make your lawn mower shut down. Some remedies have already been included in most manuals, but others require a closer look, and as always, use the proper safety precautions before troubleshooting any problems.
Priming the Engine
This is always the first solution for an engine that won't start, and most mowers should have a primer button. Primers move air in to the carburetor, which forces gas down through the jet. If your primer isn't doing the job and you have a carburetor with a diaphragm, the diaphragm may have a tear in it. With float carburetors, air can leak around a bowl gasket that is not sealed properly and fail to push gas through the jet.
Bad Spark Plugs
If your lawnmower won't start up again, your spark plugs may have given out on you. Some people disconnect their spark plugs before putting their mowers away for the off season and fail to reconnect them properly, which means a failed initial start. But, if the sparks gap, or space that houses the spark itself closes up, you need to adjust it. If you do get a spark, in older machines, it might mean getting new points, in newer machines, an ignition module could be the problem.
Your battery may have lost enough charge to keep your mower running, so try recharging it and starting it again. If it does start, let it run for a while to build up power. Another problem might be corrosion around your connections, if you have a white powdery substance on your ports, clean them with an old toothbrush. If your battery is good, then the connections might simply be loose, so disconnect and re-tighten them. If none of these suggestions work, it's time for a new battery.
Bent Blades
It's important to remove any obstructions in your yard, like large rocks, that can cause damage to the blades. Bent blades mean damage to your crankshaft, which will fail to produce enough inertia to start your engine. You should also look at the blade lock key, if this is broken, the blades will turn too loosely and the engine will "fake" start, but won't turn over. If you think it may be your blades, disconnect the spark plugs and then drain out gas before turning your mower over.


text:
When people think about bringing a new dog into their family, their first choice is often a puppy. And I can't really blame them. Those puppy dog eyes, those floppy ears, that puppy breath, and puppy belly.... they are pretty hard to resist! So, it makes sense that puppies in shelters find their forever homes much quicker than their older counterparts. But what many people don't realize is just how much joy, love and companionship a senior dog can bring to their new family.
There are so many reasons that an adult or senior dog should be the preferred choice for families. For one, their personality is developed so you have a better sense of who you are bringing home, often they are house trained, many times they don't require extensive training, and any destructive behavior they may have once had is likely a thing of the past. That being said, senior dogs are often the first to be surrendered to shelters and often the last to be adopted. Bideawee wants to help change that.
Thanks to a generous grant from The Grey Muzzle Foundation, Bideawee is able to increase the number of senior dogs taken in to the safety of our shelter. Grants like this one make it possible for Bideawee to offer the specialized care and medical treatment necessary to alleviate minor health problems, manage chronic conditions, and ensure that golden-agers spend the rest of their lives in loving homes. Dogs like Karma, Cami and Camela, Horton, and Frankie are all examples of some of the wonderful seniors that have been saved thanks to this grant.
We rescued each of these dogs from municipal shelters where they were almost another sad statistic. Karma, Frankie and Horton were all dealing with health issues that overcrowded municipal shelters cannot afford to treat, and Cami and Camela were facing an uncertain fate at an overburdened city shelter in Florida. Today, each of these dogs is one step closer to finding their happily ever after because organizations like The Grey Muzzle Foundation and Bideawee recognize the value of our senior companions. And it just so happens that this Saturday, August 17th, is a perfect time to visit a shelter and meet your senior match.
NBC and Telemundo are teaming up with Hills and hundreds of shelters across the country to host Clear the Shelters, a nationwide pet adoption drive to help find loving homes for animals in need. So, take this opportunity to head on over to Bideawee or your local shelter and see for yourself what amazing pets our often over-looked seniors can make. Trust me, I'm the Mom to two senior dogs and three senior cats. Their unconditional love and spirit keep me young, they are as loyal and devoted as they come, and I wouldn't trade them for all the puppies in the world.


text:
Established 1964
Excellent tool for cleaning stairs, car interiors or other areas that require a long reach from the vacuum. Extendable up to 5 ft for an unmatched operating radius. For straight suction, non-electric canister vacuums.
There are no reviews yet.
You must be logged in to post a review.


text:
Mykonos Town
Mykonos town, also known as Chora, is the capital of Mykonos island and an amazingly picturesque place. Mykonos is a cosmopolitan town and has that distinct cycladic style of white and blue houses that has managed to remain intact over the years.
Mykonos town is located on the west coast of the island and has a small harbour surrounded by all sorts of restaurants, cafes, shops, and bars. Once you get your camera there, there are plenty of opportunities to take amazing photos as the town boasts many iconic landmarks like traditional windmills, labyrinth-style passageways, churches, and white-washed pebble houses surrounded by pink flowers and green vegetation.
Some noteworthy attractions you can visit there are the Matoyianni street, the Church Complex of Panagia Paraportiani, and its traditional Agricultural museum.
As the town is among the largest and most cosmopolitan capitals of the Aegean islands, there is nothing you couldn't find there, from high-end luxury shops to gift shops and traditional as well as modern places to eat and stay, this town has everything a tourist needs and more.
Mykonos Town Facilities
Popular resort.[/one_fourth]
On the beach.[/one_fourth]
Family friendly.[/one_fourth]
Traditional Greek.[/one_fourth_last]
Good for couples.[/one_fourth]
Harbour town.[/one_fourth]
Lively clubs.[/one_fourth]
Lots of hotels.[/one_fourth_last]
Live music.[/one_fourth]
Historical site nearby.[/one_fourth]
Where is Mykonos Town?
Tell your friends and followers about Mykonos Town
If you're going to Mykonos or thinking about going then why not tell your friends about it using the links below? You never know what insights or advice they may have to offer.
Alternatively you could just show off about what a great trip you have planned.
[indeed-social-media sm_list='fb,tw,goo,pt,li,dg,tbr,su,vk,rd,dl,wb,xg,baidu,email,whatsapp,bufferapp,blogger,myspace,love_like,ok' sm_template='ism_template_19′ sm_list_align='horizontal' sm_display_counts='false' sm_display_full_name='true' box_align='center' ]
Where next?
[ess_grid alias="back-mykonos-resorts"]
Related Content
Help Us Improve
We want Which Greek Island to be as accurate and informative as possible, so, if you notice anything wrong with this listing about Mykonos Town or any other page please let us know.
There may from time to time be places on an island that we've missed completely so if you see a town, village, beach or attraction that's not listed then please use the contact us page to let us know and we'll get it added to the site.[flat_button text="Get in touch" title="Contact Us" url="/contact-us" class="contact-button" padding="14px 36px" bg_color="#038ED8" border_color="#038ED8" border_width="1px" text_color="#fff" text_size="14px" align="left" target="_self"] [divider]
We're also on the lookout for great photos to show people what the places we're describing are like. If you have photos from Mykonos Town or from any of the other places on the site then we'd love to see them, you can either use the button below to upload a photo of Mykonos Town or go to the photo upload page to send us some other photos.[gravityform id="2"] [flat_button text="Send other Photos" title="Photo Upload" url="/photo-upload" class="contact-button" padding="14px 36px" bg_color="#038ED8" border_color="#038ED8" border_width="1px" text_color="#fff" text_size="14px" align="left" target="_self"]


text:
The death of Charles Xavier created an alternate timeline, the Age of Apocalypse, in which En Sabah Nur rose to power. The ramifications of Apocalypse's rule had far-reaching effects and Emma Frost was not immune. Ironically, Emma Frost was not an X-Man or a member of Apocalypse's elite guard but a leading member of the Human High Council. Little is revealed about how Emma made her way to Europe, from where the Human High Council operated. She alluded to giving up too much to escape Apocalypse. Most telepaths in the Age of Apocalypse were killed and their minds used in the so-called Brain Pool, a defense mechanism of Apocalypse's citadel. Emma was apparently spared from this fate because she had been partially lobotomized to remove her mental powers. Whether or not Emma was forced into this procedure or she chose it as a means of escaping Apocalypse is unknown. Along with Moira and Bolivar Trask, Mariko Yashida and Brian Braddock, Emma led the Human High Council in their efforts to provide safe haven to those humans who had escaped from Apocalypse's territories. Knowing that Apocalypse would wipe out the entire human race, the High Human Council mounted a nuclear strike on Apocalypse's forces in North America with the help of Weapon X and Jean Grey. Naturally, Apocalypse ordered a counterstrike on the human territories, and it's unclear whether anyone survived that.
In the bleak future reality known as the Days of Future Past, Sentinels controlled North America and most of the nation's mutant populace had been either killed or interned in concentration camps. Choosing to save herself, the former White Queen of the Hellfire Club retreated to a private, high-tech base on an island off the coast of India. Here, she kept a watchful eye on the world and sold her telepathic services to its remaining leaders. When Wolverine was mind-wiped by the Hellfire Club's newest queen, Elisabeth Braddock aka Psylocke, a desperate Magneto and Jubilee sought Emma's aid to repair the damage. Indeed, Emma managed to piece together the shattered fragments of Logan's psyche. After Logan, Magneto and Jubilee defeated Psylocke and thwarted the Hellfire Club's plans for world domination, they one again sought refuge with Emma. This ragtag team of X-Men continued to operate from Emma's island while she made efforts to restore Psylocke to her former heroic self. At some later point in the timeline, Magneto was captured and sent to the same concentration camp where Storm, Colossus, Kate Pryde, Franklin Richards and Rachel Summers were imprisoned, and Wolverine ended up working solo to help liberate his former teammates. It is unclear what became of the other remaining X-Men and Emma Frost.
On the Earth visited by the reality-hopping Exiles in Exiles #21-22, the Legacy Virus had interacted with Warlock's techno-organic transmode virus, creating an even deadlier disease. More than 75% of Earth's population had been transformed into the techno-organic beings known as the Vi-Locks, super-powered individuals and average humans alike. That reality's Emma Frost was among the few unturned people, and provided much-needed telepathic communication for the team of heroes since all radio communication was monitored by the Vi-Locks. Obviously, Emma was confined to a wheelchair, though the circumstances that led to this situation were never explained. Eventually, with the help of the Norse Gods, this reality could be fixed, and all infected people were cured.
The Emma Frost of the Ultimate universe can turn into a diamond shape, but she is no telepath. A former student and lover of Xavier, she parted ways with him because she felt his way was too violent and became a teacher herself. When the government grew wary of the X-Men they approached Frost to give them a viable alternative of young government-friendly mutants. The plan backfired, when Frost and her selected group were attacked by Sentinels and had to be rescued by the X-Men. As a result, Frost has somewhat patched things up with Xavier and may have a less rosy view of humans. She returned back to her own school in Chicago along with Cyclops' brother, Havok, promising to introduce him to the rest of her students, her "Hellions" as she called them.


text:
Square Enix saw a 29.9 per cent drop in profits to $53 million after releasing no new games during the three months ending on June 30th 2018. Sales meanwhile dropped 20.2 per cent year-on-year to $409 million. The publisher's digital entertainment arm, which includes its mobile games, saw a revenue drop of 26.5 per cent to $292 million.
A slowdown was expected however from the lack of game from that span , yet it didn't seemed like titles atthe time weren't living up to expectations.
Square Enix has pointed out that their mobile and browser games failed to create income from the already existing hits like Final Fantasy: Brave Exvius.
Square also referenced to "the lack of the lump-sum payment of a license fee that we had received in the same period of the previous fiscal year".
It's possible that this could refer to a deal with MZ to release mobile 4X strategy game Final Fantasy XV: A New Empire, which soft-launched in April 2017 and released globally shortly after. The title was assumed to have made $380 million as of late, according to market intelligence firm Sensor Tower.
Comment below on what you think of this, I hoped you enjoyed this article. In other news Destiny 2 will "nerf" some of it's best weapon for Forsaken.


text:
Lamb Koftes and Two Dips
Member recipe by chef1697
ServingsServes 4
A great summer meal using a range of spices and Lamb
This recipe has been submitted by the Good Food community. Sign in or create a My Good Food account to upload your own recipe creations. Please note that all recipes will be moderated but they are not tested in the Good Food kitchen.
Save to My Good Food
- Koftes:
- 1 pack of lamb mince
- A handful of fresh mint chopped finely/1 heaped tablespoon Dried mint
- 1 Onion, Diced
- 1 heaped teaspoon of ground cumin
- 1 level half teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- 1 chilli de-seeded and chopped finely
- 1-2 garlic cloves crushed
- 6 Pita breads
- Tzatziki:
- a tub of Greek yoghurt
- ½ a cucumber, peeled and diced
- 1 Garlic clove crushed or minced
- A handful of fresh mint chopped coarsely
- Sweet Chilli Sauce:
- 1 chilli, de-seeded and chopped finely
- 1 Garlic clove, peeled and chopped finely
- 3oz or 75g Caster or granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon malt vinegar
- ¼ of a pint or 100ml of water
- First we start with the Lamb Koftas (spicy lamb burgers) Start by preheating the oven to 180ðC or equivalent of.
- Next line 1 large baking sheet with foil and drizzle with some olive oil.
- Now add all the ingredients for the Koftes to a bowl and mix thoroughly, to save time you could use a food mixer or food processer.
- After that shape your Koftes into patties and place on the baking sheet before placing in the oven for about 20minutes or until cooked thoroughly.
- For the chilli sauce Put all of the ingredients into a small saucepan and turn the heat on moderate-high and reduce by half.
- Then pour into a jug and allow to cool and set before pouring into little ramekins or any other container that is suitable
- Next we are going to start on the Tzatziki which is a kind of Greek dip made of yoghurt, mint and cucumber. Add all of the ingredients in a small bowl and mix together, cover with cling film and put aside in the fridge.
- Serve the Koftes in pitta breads with a little lettuce and the two dips
- Enjoy


text:
The Disability Anthropology Working Group brings together graduate students, faculty and other interested scholars whose research relates to the theme of disability in order to build a scholarly community and engage a wider academic public in disability theory and practice. Partnering with the Ethnography Lab, the working group facilitates the creation of a space to critically engage with ethnographic methods and ask how disability challenges many core tenets of anthropological inquiry.
Please contact email@example.com or email@example.com for enquiries or to be added to our working group mailing list.
Our monthly reading group is open to all. Each month we chose an ethnography related to disability to discuss over coffee and snacks. Please feel free to join, even if your work is only peripherally related or if you are not able to read the whole book. The books scheduled this semester are:
Monday February 4th, 2-4pm : Jasbir K. Puar's "The right to maim: Debility, capacity, disability" (2017)
Monday, February 25th, 2-4pm : Annemarie Mol's "The body multiple: Ontology in medical practice" (2002)
Monday, March 25th, 2-4pm : Cheryl Mattingly's "Moral laboratories: Family peril and the struggle for a good life" (2014)
Monday, April 22nd, 2-4pm : Erin Manning's "The Minor Gesture" (2016)
Location: Room 330, The Ethnography Lab, University of Toronto Anthropology Building, 19 Russell Street, Toronto, ON
Accessibility Information:
We are committed to meeting the accessibility needs of all working group members and welcome requests for accommodation on an ongoing basis. Each of the proposed books are available as hard copies and e-books through the University of Toronto Library. The Ethnography Lab is located on the 3rd floor of the Anthropology building, at 19 Russell Street, which is accessible via ramp, automatic doors and elevator. Beside the lab there are two all gender bathrooms and one that is wheelchair accessible. For accessibility requests and accomodations please contact email@example.com or email@example.com .


text:
An Inconvenient Truth (aka "Night of the Living Dead") is Al Bore's "Oscar Winning Film." Before winning this award, the film could only be viewed as a bunch of liberal propaganda about the Global Warming myth. The only people who watched it were the environmentschtapo and the global warmtroopers who push their pro-glacier agenda.
Now that this one-note yawn-fest has grossed over $40 million dollars, however, it has become obvious that Global Warming exists. Our great and visionary President, George W. Bush, has taken the lead to lead America's Planet on the leading path to think about how to investigate leading ways of exploring more thoughts on leading causes of Climate Change. The free market has spoken.
Plot SummaryEdit
- Depressing
- Science stuff
- Something about things getter warmer
- Subliminal Liberal messages
- Blaming good factories and calling what they do pollution
- Narrated by a fat retarded guy.
Also SeeEdit
Community content is available under CC-BY-SA unless otherwise noted.


text:
Ever since I was a child, I grew up surrounded by salon business owners and beauty professionals. At a young age, I knew I had a passion for the hair & beauty industry. I began my professional stylist career in 2005 in Naples, Florida and began a new era in Washington after moving here in 2014.
I live in the city with my husband, son, and two cats. I have a passion for yoga, wine, and coffee! I am Redken trained, with advanced education from other product lines such as Matrix, Pravana, Brazilian Blowout, Living Proof, as well as a wide variety of other lines.
I love creating that total look and creating a peaceful client experience, bringing life to plain strands with a pop of vibrant color or just formulating your everyday perfect hue! Finding the perfect look for your life is my goal, and I look forward to seeing you in my studio soon!


text:
Liz Barron
Director of Education,
National Association of Corporate Director
As the only national network of directors and executives from leading public, private and nonprofit companies, NACD provides what is considered unparalleled educational offerings to help directors demonstrate leadership in corporate governance.
Challenge: When they needed some internal professional development to help their teams perform at even higher levels, they asked e3 Strategies to help develop intellectual leadership among staff with a range of experience and expertise.
Solution: e3 Strategies designed and delivered a workshop designed to challenge teams to think beyond their currently defined processes, especially as they related to decision-making.
The workshop helped NACD's staff develop a pragmatic and open approach to decision-making and showcased how "mismanaged agreement" (as defined by Dr. Jerry Harvey) can influence decision-making within a group, to the detriment of the group or organization's goals. NACD President Ken Daly said,
"We chose e3 Strategies to help our internal staff understand the concept of group-think
and how to avoid getting lost in a fog of faulty decision-making."


text:
ha ha,
…bet looser.
Give up? Multiple Choice, again:
- Enoch H.
- Jimmy Q.
- Your bottom dollar
- 5 Bucks
If you haven't heard, Chicago decided not to have the film, "The Nativity Story" at it's annual Christmas celebration because they were worried about people getting offended and the ACLU getting involved. (= lots of leagal fees.)
Have people in America always been such a bunch of whining babies? Are people being forced at machete point to watch The Nativity Story?
What's the freekin' deal? If something offends me I just avoid it or ignore it. I don't threaten to sue someone cause my "civil liberties" are suddenly under fire.
This is getting way out of hand.
I call to start a National Movement/Petition/whatever called: "CHILL (the crap) OUT!"
The requirements:
If anything, the current interpretation ala: "separation of church and state" has only caused more useless lawsuits, intolerable whining, idiotic collateral government decisions, and a general Un-Sensativity (aka. intolerance…I know – the sacred cow) in the general public.
Anyway, If I was the Mayer in Chicago I would tell people to stuff it. If they don't think that the Birth of Christ is why Christmas is celebrated then they should go take a History class and stuff a cork in it!
Uh, time for a Multiple Choice question:
Thanks goes to Randy Vogl for notifying me about this one.
A quote by Arthur Brooks on the HH show:
"A few months back, uh, after the tax returns were released from last year there was a kind of a scandal about the fact that Vice President Cheney made so much money. He made about 8 million dollars–he and his wife did, that, you know, the Vice President of the United States is so rich in a country where not everybody's rich, and so forth and so on. The part of the study–the part of the story you didn't hear was the fact that the Cheneys gave more than 6 Million dollars away.
The Cheneys are unbelievably charitable. Now this, frankly, doesn't fit with the pattern that we're trying to, (in the press, typically) – were [they're] trying to make of Dick Cheney as a big mean guy, a big Halliburton money grubbing venial guy. In fact, unbelive…I mean, imagine giving away 80% of your paycheck?!?
Interesting, definately worthy of: What the Crap?
Emphasis mine.
…and all of your household.
Seriously – It's because of idiot spammers that you always have to type in those stupid
scewed random text codes things Word Verifiers. The worst part is that sometimes the word verifiers are so crazy, often, I can't even figure out what letters are what. Here's a question: What do you have to gain from leaving spam comments on random blogs? Do you really think people are big enough morons to believe, "I really enjoyed your blog – nice content. Check out my site,"
Ok, I retract that though – people are morons. Still – spam causes so many problems that I think the punishment needs to be heightened. Here are some suggestions:
Anyway, perhaps I am getting carried away. Either way – Blog comment spam get's my "What the Crap?" for the day.
Word Verification:
Type the word above to leave a comment:
I listen to the Hugh Hewitt radio show all the time at work for many reasons?
Well, at least the latest one where they were poking fun at Kenny Loggins Christmas music and Canadian Mobs was hilarious. It was especially nice to take a bit of the sting away surrounding political discussion.
Great show, interesting guests and topics, no commercials, Not a butt-kisser – Check it out here.
Let me know what you think!
This is hot. It allows you to right click a tab and shrink it down to its Favicon size in Firefox. Tabs you need to read you can leave full sized. Talk about a great way to save space.
Though I traditionally despise the New York Times and it's Crap-pile claims to be "All that's fit to print," here is something actually worth reading (I guess you can't skew a tech review too much).
This was great for me to hear because I always wondered what the real advantage of extremely large megapixel resolutions. So – without further ado, David Pogue writes:
On the show, we did a test. We blew up a photograph to 16 x 24 inches at a professional photo lab. One print had 13-megapixel resolution; one had 8; the third had 5. Same exact photo, down-rezzed twice, all three printed at the same poster size. I wanted to hang them all on a wall in Times Square and challenge passersby to see if they could tell the difference.Even the technician at the photo lab told me that I was crazy, that there'd be a huge difference between 5 megapixels and 13.
I'm prepared to give away the punch line of this segment, because hey—the show doesn't air till February, and you'll have forgotten all about what you read here today, right?
Anyway, we ran the test for about 45 minutes. Dozens of people stopped to take the test; a little crowd gathered. About 95 percent of the volunteers gave up, announcing that there was no possible way to tell the difference, even when mashing their faces right up against the prints. A handful of them attempted guesses—but were wrong. Only one person correctly ranked the prints in megapixel order, although (a) she was a photography professor, and (b) I believe she just got lucky.
I'm telling you, there was NO DIFFERENCE.
So the moral of the story: a better camera does not only = more mega pixels. If you are looking for quality – think about things like the burst speed and how quickly it can write to it's media drive. Also – seriously consider how "serious" you want to be as a photographer. Most people can do just fine with something moderate to bottom-high-end. Really – learning to take great pictures with a basic camera is a far cheaper and better investment.
So, earlier in my review of the Roomba I came to thinking, "If only there were a robot that could cook too." Well – I realized that I have one (sort of).
But wait, that just looks like a Crock Pot?!? Yeah, it is.
So here's the problem: My wife and I both work 8-5 jobs. Meals (as enjoyable as they can be) are suddenly a major time consumer. Not to mention – usually we are totally exhausted and starved when we get home. Quite often we simply don't feel like doing a huge amount of cooking. So here's the trick – get a crock pot to do it for you. All you have to do is cut up some vegetables and throw in
a bunch of crap some meat and seasonings. Then just plug in a cook time and temperature. Boom! And I'll tell you something that's not a crock — By the time you get home from work, your house will smell wonderful and you will have a delicious hot dinner ready to eat. And as an added Bonus: not a lot of clean up (the pot and whatever you eat on).
Now – you may be wondering, "Won't I get sick of eating the same thing if I use the Crock-bot?" Apparently there are more than 1400 crockpot recipes on ask.com alone. That should hold you over!
Need a Crock Pot? I bet you could find one on craigslist.com for pretty cheap. Or you could get the "one and only" at Crockpot.com.


text:
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
More Drugs Making You Sick
Fluoride based antibiotics are well known to cause problems in your gastrointestinal system. More damage can come from fluoride based drugs like CIPRO and others that are based in fluoride compounds.
Consider this evidence - and why probiotics are critical if you are prescribed these drugs.
Antibiotic use tied to Crohn's, ulcerative colitis
By Linda Thrasybule | Reuters
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - People who are prescribed a large number of antibiotics tend to have a higher risk of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), a new study finds, providing more evidence that antibiotics may be disturbing bacteria in our intestine.
"It's not that antibiotics cause inflammatory bowel disease, but that it further supports the hypothesis that changing the gut flora may be disadvantageous," co-author Dr. Charles N. Bernstein, who studies bowel disorders at the University of Manitoba, told Reuters Health.
Previous studies have linked antibiotic use and IBD, which includes Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. In the current study, Canadian researchers found 12 percent of people diagnosed with the two conditions had been prescribed three or more antibiotics two years before compared to seven percent without the disease. This difference was consistent over a five-year period.
In other words, if antibiotics were solely responsible for the difference, for every 20 people prescribed three or more antibiotics, there would be one extra case of IBD.
Once the researchers took other factors into account, they found that people prescribed lots of antibiotics were as much as 50 percent more likely to get Crohn's disease within two to five years.
Published in the American Journal of Gastroenterology, the study looked at 24,000 people from the one of the largest IBD databases in North America.
"It's a well-done study that has a strong well-maintained database that allows the authors to get quality data," said Dr. Jean-Paul Achkar, who studies the genetics of IBD at the Cleveland Clinic and was not part of the study.
"They even tried to adjust for non-antibiotic prescription history, and still antibiotics came out as being associated with increased risk of IBD," he told Reuters Health.
An estimated 1.4 million Americans suffer from IBD, with approximately 30,000 new cases diagnosed each year, according to the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation.
Both Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis - the two main forms of IBD -- cause chronic inflammation in the intestines, triggering symptoms like abdominal pain, diarrhea and weight loss.
The cause of IBD is unclear, but some scientists think IBD may result from the immune system overreacting to viruses or bacteria in the intestine.
"There is growing evidence that alterations in the balance of normal intestinal bacteria could lead to the development of IBD," said Achkar.
Most people who've taken antibiotics will not develop IBD. But Bernstein still thinks a portion of the population is at risk.
"It's not that we should stop using antibiotics," he said. "We get through a lot of important infections by using them. But we have to make sure that when we use them, it's for the right reasons."
SOURCE: http://bit.ly/r2Ye3Y American Journal of Gastroenterology, September 13, 2011.
Selections from Natural Health News
Dec 09, 2008
Ever Consider Herbal Help for IBS, Crohn's or Celiac Concerns? The root contains starch (37%), mucilage (11%), pectin (11%), flavonoids, phenolic acids, sucrose, and asparagine. I was reading two articles this morning ...
Nov 15, 2008
Fibre, antispasmodics and peppermint oil are used to treat IBS, but evidence of their effectiveness is unclear because of conflicting results from studies, the researchers said. They have also been overlooked because of ...
Apr 23, 2008
"Peppermint oil, which is extracted from the stem, leaves, and flowers of the plant, has become popular as a treatment for a variety of conditions, including irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), headache, and non-ulcer dyspepsia." ...
Jun 10, 2006
... for such conditions as Chrohn's dis-ease, or the new one that came out just after Novartis developed a drug for it (along with a very distasteful ad that is demeaning to women), IBS or 'irritable bowel syndrome'. ...
No comments:
Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)


text:
The following is a listing of Lyrics melodies Hosein Miri Ahang Mahali Shirazi very best that any of us explain to along with present to your account. Many of us get a great deal of music Hosein Miri Ahang Mahali Shirazi yet we simply exhibit the actual tunes we consider are classified as the best music.
This music Hosein Miri Ahang Mahali Shirazi should be only intended for demonstration considering such as the song make sure you buy the first audio. Assist your artist simply by buying the first compact disc Hosein Miri Ahang Mahali Shirazi so the performer provides the top music in addition to go on doing work.
Sorry, we cannot find your songs.
Abbas III
Abbas III (January 1732 – February 1740) (Persian: شاه عباس سوم) reigned 1732–1736; was a son of Shah Tahmasp II and Shahpari Begum of the Safavid dynasty. After the deposition of his father by Nader Khan (the future Nader Shah) the infant Abbas was appointed nominal ruler of Iran on 7 September 1732. Nader Khan, who was the real ruler of the country, assumed the positions of deputy of state and viceroy. Abbas III was deposed in March 1736, when Nader Khan had himself crowned as Nader Shah. This marked the official end of the Safavid dynasty. Abbas was sent to join his father in prison in Sabzevar, Khorasan.In 1738, Nader Shah set out on campaign to Afghanistan and India, leaving his son Reza Qoli Mirza to rule his realm in his absence. Hearing rumours that his father had died, Reza made preparations for assuming the crown. According to the most "authoritative account", Mohammed Hosein Khan Qajar, who had been entrusted with supervising Abbas and his father in captivity, warned Reza that the townspeople of Sabzevar would rise up in revolt, free Tahmasp II and place him on the throne again on hearing the news of Nader's death. Reza gave Mohammed Hosein orders to execute Tahmasp and his sons to forestall this. Mohammed Hosein strangled Tahmasp, cut the young Abbas down with his sword and had his brother Esmail killed too. According to Michael Axworthy, the dating of these events is speculative, but they probably took place in May or June 1739. Other sources (Encyclopaedia Iranica, Lockhart) prefer 1740.


text:
Yoon Hyun Min (Witch's Court) and Kang So Ra (Revolutionary Love) has been offered the lead roles in the new tvN drama Gyeryong Fairy Tale. Gyeryong Fairy Tale is based on a webtoon about a 699 year old fairy who lost her winged clothing that allows her to travel to heaven. She looks for for the reincarnation of her dead husband in hopes of finding the clothes while she works as a barista in a mountain cafe. She also appears like an old woman to most people, but a few people can see how young she actually appears. The drama comes from the PD of Madame Antoine and Could We Marry?
Well, that's a unique sounding premise. And tvN is really enjoying putting out the modern fantasy dramas these days. It could be really cute, or it could be really weird. This would be quite a nice pairing though. I guess time will tell!
Gyeryong Fairy Tale is looking to air later in 2018 on tvN.
Sign Up to receive email updates of kdrama casting news, trailers, reviews, and more.


text:
Falls Count Anywhere
All the pro wrestling songs ever recorded by ANTiSEEN all on one mat pounding, table smasher of a CD. Plus: one all new never before released track, 'Badstreet USA,' recorded especially for Falls Count Anywhere.
ARTIST SITE | RELEASED: July 10, 2012 ON Rusty Knuckles
Listen Now!FEATURED TRACK
"I'm A Babyface Killer"
Update Required To play the media you will need to either update your browser to a recent version or update your Flash plugin.
- 1. Exploding Barbed Wire Death Match
- 2. Funk U
- 3. Cactus Jack
- 4. Dear Abby
- 5. Invader 1 Must Die
- 6. Sabu
- 7. The Mysterious Green Mist
- 8. From Parts Unknown
- 9. I'm A Babyface Killer
- 10. Badstreet USA


text:
The people of the Highlands & Islands must make sure they have their say on the future of the bus pass in Scotland, says Labour MSP Rhoda Grant.
Despite promising to protect the pass in their 2016 manifesto, the SNP Government has cut £9.5 million from the bus pass budget and are consulting on the future of the scheme. The First Minister and the Transport Minister have refused to rule out raising the qualifying age from 60 to 65.
There has been a decade of decline in bus services with:
- Bus passenger journey numbers down by 78 million
- Nearly 70 million vehicle kilometres stripped out of the bus network
- The number of bus routes registered with the Traffic Commissioner down by a fifth.
Even more services for all users could be put at risk if there is a reduction in the number of people using the bus pass or further cuts to the budget for concessionary travel.
Scottish Labour introduced concessionary travel for older people and disabled people in 2006 and 1.3 million people benefit from the free bus pass.The public have until the 17th of November to take part in the consultation and say "No" to bus pass cuts.
Rhoda Grant said: "The SNP has cut £9.5 million from the bus pass budget and now ministers are consulting on the future of the bus pass, refusing to rule out raising the qualifying age from 60 to 65.
"The SNP's 2016 manifesto promised that the scheme would continue and said nothing about cutting it back. The Nationalists have no mandate for bus pass cuts.
"Spending on the bus pass represents a major investment in public transport. It prevents social isolation, supports people on low-incomes working up to retirement and helps to sustain bus services across Scotland.
"Cuts to the bus pass will hit bus services at a time when passenger numbers are already plummeting. Over the past ten years, the number of passenger journeys has declined by 78 million and a fifth of bus routes been scrapped. Under the SNP, there has been a decade of decline in bus services and enough is enough.
"Scottish Labour would protect the bus pass, invest in public transport and deliver a new system of bus regulation that puts passengers before profit.
"I would encourage all those who depend on bus services and value the bus pass to make their voice heard in the Scottish Government's consultation."
How to take part in the Concessionary Travel Consultation:
Visit: consult.gov.scot https://consult.gov.scot/partnerships-and-concessionary-travel/national-concessionary-travel-scheme/


text:
Not so long ago I found out that you could book tours of the Supreme Court, which take place on Friday afternoons. I had some holiday to use up, so I booked the day off and booked myself onto a tour. I arrived at Parliament Square in plenty of time, and got through security in time to have a look around the exhibition before going off on my tour.
I'd assumed that the Supreme Court had been around for ages, but that isn't the case at all: in fact, it's a fairly modern institution. It was established in 2009, taking over judicial authority from the House of Lords. It is the final court of appeal for all United Kingdom civil cases, and criminal cases from England, Wales and Northern Ireland. The most famous case in its short history occurred last year, when Gina Miller and other campaigners challenged the government, arguing that Parliament should have a vote on Article 50. The public are able to watch cases as they are heard; this particular case was the busiest ever, with queues forming outside the building.
The Supreme Court is housed in what was once the Middlesex Guildhall, designed by J. S. Gibson in 1912-1913. It is Grade II* listed, but has been renovated to fit in with what it's now used for.
This is housed in the basement, in an area which used to be taken up by prisoners' cells when the building was a Crown Court. It has information about the history and role of the Supreme Court, as well as the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council, and how the two courts fit into the legal systems of the countries they serve.
The tour took us round all three courtrooms and the library. The first courtroom is the largest and in some ways the grandest; it still has many of the original features. The second is very different, with a much more modern appearance. Curtains and carpets have been designed specially for the building, showcasing the emblem which is displayed on the wall. This reflects the four nations which make up the United Kingdom: a rose for England, a thistle for Scotland, leek leaves for Wales and a flax flower for Northern Ireland.
The third courtroom is generally reserved for the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council, which is the highest court of appeal for many independent Commonwealth nations or Crown dependencies which are too small to have their own.
The library is impressive, with a large array of books and walls covered with quotes relevant to law.
I really enjoyed my tour, and would definitely recommend it.
Address: Parliament Square, Little George Street, Westminster, London, SW1P 3BD
Website: supremecourt.uk
Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9.30-4.30. Tours take place on Fridays.
Price: Entry free; tours £7 (£5 concessions)


text:
"Cain" Parts List
As promised I have uploaded a components list for Cain, my media centre pc that I am building, and every so often, I will give details of why I opted for each component.
I have to say now, that I am no way connected (or endorsing) eBuyer.com – All but one of the components (the case) has been ordered from there, and the reason being the price. I did shop around at Dabs.com, Savastore.com and Novatech.co.uk, but I always found that eBuyer was always cheaper. There is also a slight hidden cost when you shop around – if you order from two sites, don't forget that you are paying for two lots of postage, which could tip the balance in the direction of a more expensive component – think before you order!
Anyway, the Excel file is here, and I have placed a price next to each item. Some of the items are estimated (the values highlighted in orange), and some I have since realised that I may not need to buy (highlighted in green). In the "Actual Cost" sheet, you can see how much each item actually cost me, compared to the planned cost (e.g. once you include delivery, etc), and therefore the difference from my planned budget (this sheet is no way near complete, as I have not had all my deliveries yet!).
If you are interested, have a look through, and see if any of it helps you in your decisions! (My apologies, but Excel seems to want to save it as a 5.4MB file! Jesus!)


text:
Album of the Week – 'Dee Dee's Feathers' by Dee Dee Bridgewater, Irvin Mayfield and The New Orleans Jazz Orchestra
The album takes listeners on a journey throughout the rich historical tradition of New Orleans Jazz, a founding musical genre that grounds much of it's contemporaries. With that said, the Sony Music release is nothing short of reinvention, revitalisation and an outstanding showcase passion and love for all things music. The fifteen strong outfit features The New Orleans Jazz Orchestra as the album's instrumental ensemble, lead by Grammy Award winning trumpeter Irvin Mayfield and centres around the legendary vocals of Dee Dee Bridgewater. Mayfield's unique orchestration see's the clarinet lead the score, paired with the return of the banjo to an orchestral setting and a five-man strong traditional trumpet section including a slide trumpet and tuba.
Mayfield also offered his musical stylings to the lyrical cultivation process. In his own words, "I love the whole idea that people could write about a town, and people can bring a lot of imagination to a place, and they might not have necessarily had to be from there". Whilst reflecting on the process of making the album, Bridgewater commented on its overarching message that she hopes it sends throughout the globe that, "New Orleans is alive and well and the music is alive and well". As part of their ongoing world tour of the album, the group recently headlined the Melbourne International Jazz Festival and also stopped by Sydney's City Recital Hall, Angel Place to rave reviews. This is a release to truly treasure and serves as a celebratory memento for the past and guide to the future of jazz.
You can follow Dee Dee Bridgewater at FACEBOOK, TWITTER and http://www.deedeebridgewater.com


text:
Portland, ME – Soakology, a place of retreat and massage. I went with some friends a while back, as a kind of joint birthday present. It's not everyone's idea of a gift – some folks don't like their feet to be touched, or, to have a body massage in state of near nakedness. Me, I'm not one of them – I'm a big fan of massage, and so are my sons. As we soaked and relaxed, one of my single women friends mentioned that something she missed in a close relationship was touch. In our society, with the unspoken rules of personal space, touch is a "touchy" subject, the when and why and how. I'm certain it has to do with so many folks' infatuation with their pets, the permissible touching, petting, cuddling and stroking. Human touch, at its best, is art and medicine. At its worst, soul-destroying.
My family background was not especially warm and physical. However, as one of six children close in age, we were thrown together in bedrooms, church pews, and the back of the car – "squeezed in". Really, I think it was college and California that opened the door for me to the pleasure and the power of touch. Acting in scenes, we had the reason and opportunity to touch, embrace, slap or kiss others, even relative strangers. Off stage, theater types tended to be fairly open and expressive, shall we say. Giving and receiving massages, often in a line. Hot tubs under the stars, often naked. Which, I learned, did not imply that sex was to follow, necessarily. And I learned there the language of touch, how to communicate what was acceptable to me, and what was not.
At Soakology, I asked the woman massaging my feet what had led her to that profession. Strong hands, she said, and a kind of gift that was pointed out to her by someone in alternative healing, an acupuncturist. Besides the retreat massage, the young woman had another vocation, pediatric therapeutic massage. It was for helping young people to heal after injury, but primarily it was to help children of abuse or neglect re-learn how touch others and be touched. For them, touch was a weapon, a source of pain and domination, although, even at its most destructive, it was about human contact. Therapy was permission-based, and proceeded slowly, with games and exercises. Touch rehab.
Touch is communication at the most basic level, and, the masseuse told me, babies without live, physical contact will die after 7 days, even if otherwise fed and sheltered. What she said brought to mind a movie, Lars and the Real Girl. In the movie, Lars is unable to make physical contact with others because of an early trauma – his mother's death in giving him birth and his father's subsequent withdrawal. The older brother does not know how to help, but Lars, intuitively, comes up with a solution – an anatomically correct blow-up doll that he deems his girlfriend. I won't give away the conclusion, just that I was moved to tears, not really knowing why, realizing later, it was the profound loss of touch and its fearful connotation that hurt Lars, not lack of love.
My husband has learned that a sure form of comfort and happiness to me is a foot rub. My sons have been the recipients of many a foot, back and shoulder rub from me, so it is not foreign or "loaded" to them, but a gesture of love and care, which hopefully they will share with others. My son's pre-school teacher told me this story: one day, she had gotten bad news of some kind while still in the classroom, and had taken a seat to compose herself. The children could see she was upset. My son went up to her and placed his hands on her shoulders. Did she want a back rub, he asked. That might make her feel better.


text:
Page 637 in AHPP, 15TH Edition, Compensation / Planned Cost= Planned Multiplier
Would you please help me to understand how to calculate planned cost $334,778 & Compensation $1,025,000 per Figure 10.12.
I assume the Planned Multiplier is build in Deltek as 3.06 yield rate?
Thank you,
3 comments
Hi Yasaman ~
After I posted this exact question months ago, with anyone giving a response, I again tried to answer it myself. My only conclusion to date, is that one cannot determine the Compensation or Planned Cost from this screen shot alone; and these figures are giving under different tabs on Deltek's spreadsheet software.
Do let me know if you can find further information to either confirm or deny my guess.
Please sign in to leave a comment.


text:
Paradigm City is a place without a past. 40 years ago, something happened that wiped the memories of everyone in it. Unfortunately, the people of Paradigm City were very busy before then, making Megadueses (giant robots) and monsters. People who were born after the memory wipe are gaining/recovering memories of the past and using them to build newer threats. With the help of The Big O (a faithful giant robot), his butler Norman and the android Dorothy, Roger Smith keeps Paradigm City safe. As problems mount and more memories surface, Roger's past and Paradigm's future begin to become suspect...
Type: TV
Status: Finished Airing
Aired: Oct 13, 1999 to Mar 27, 2003
Producers: Sunrise, Bandai Visual, Bandai Entertainment, Sentai Filmworks
Duration: 24 min. per episode
Rating: PG-13 - Teens 13 or older


text:
Should You Change Your Roof?
Most homeowners don't even realize they need a new roof until they start seeing very obvious warning signs such as leaking or falling shingles. But what are some other warning signs that you may be due for a new roof?
How old is your current roof? Most experts agree that a typical roof will last between 20 and 25 years. If the roof was installed over another layer or several layers and it is older than 20 years, chances are you need a new roof.
Weathered Shingles
Curling or clawing shingles are a sign of an aging roof system. Curled or clawing shingles are highly susceptible to wind uplift and ice damage. Shingles will become rigid and can break easily and lose tab edges.
Damaged Flashing
Flashings located around skylights, valleys, eaves, rakes, wall details, stacks, and chimneys are all subject to separation, lifting, and dried out caulking. The flashing details can lift and separate due to general expansion and contraction. Expansion and contraction will cause fasteners to become loose and the bottom-flashing flange to lift thus allowing water to enter.
Missing or Broken Shingles
Two common causes of damaged shingles are excessive wind and physical damage. Missing or broken shingles significantly weaken a roof's ability to shed water, which can lead to water damage and a leaky roof.
Bare Spots and Missing Granules
There are many reasons for granules to be washed away, such as poorly placed downspouts, lack of eaves troughs or poorly designed drainage on your second storey.
Aging of a roof or physical damage can also cause bare spots and a loss of granules. When the protective granules of a shingle are lost the shingle begins to harden from heat and sun exposure. This will accelerate aging and shingle decay and can become an entry point for water.
Light Shining Through the Roof Boards
Check your attic to see if there is any daylight coming through the roof boards. Also check for moisture in the insulation. If you see daylight coming through your roof boards, or see indications of moisture in the insulation. It might just be time for a new roof.


text: Welcome to Pro, your partner for staffing solutions into Fintech, e-Gaming and Media Technology Industries. For more than a decade we've focused exclusively on tech recruitment. We understand IT professionals and how to create that perfect match between expert and employer. We operate an "Intel-led" recruitment methodology where, we are already talking to the talent you are looking to hire.


text:
No matter how many nights I do it, I've never gotten use to sleeping alone. Lonely nights feel even more so in a king sized bed; room for two occupied by one. I look to my reflection on my closet mirror. I even look pathetic to myself. My chest has grown a thick mat of black fur, untrimmed, trailing down my torso, leading to the dark black bush above my penis. It's not like I have anyone to manscape for. My stomach is beginning to pudge, hiding the six pack I was once extremely proud of. My face has a slight stubble, which will soon disappear in the morning when I shave for work. All things considered, though, I am still a fairly descent looking guy for 45. I'm no underwear model, but I'm not bad to look at.
Sexually and romantically I've been alone for years. Ever since the casual girlfriend I knocked up left our son on my front step and ran off 19 years ago. Between raising Harper, my son, and work, I never found much time for dating. I barely could find time to masturbate. I wouldn't trade it for anything though. I'm close to my son and have a great relationship to him, father and friend, and thanks to all the hard work I've put in at the office, I was able to send him to the college of his choosing.
I've been lonely for almost two decades, but I'd never been alone, that is until 5 months ago when Harper left for college. While he was only a couple miles away attending state university, he was still no longer a part of my daily life. I missed him like crazy. I never realized that I depended on him as much as he did me. I had been out of the dating world for too long to know how to get back into in, had always been too busy for friends, and now my only companion was off living his own life.
However, this day was better. It was winter break from college, and Harper was back home. Here for an entire month. He brought a friend, Colby I think his name is, to stay with us. At first I was a little bummed out that my quality time with Harper was going to be interrupted, but Colby seemed like a nice guy, and when you're as lonely as I have been, any company is good company. They arrived in the late afternoon, and we went out to dinner at a local pizza place and we got to catch up. Harper and Colby were team mates on the college soccer team. Harper had joined solely for his love of the sport, while Colby was at the college on scholarship; athletic scholarship was the only way he could afford college. From what I gathered, Colby's parents abandoned him when he was a young child and he spent his life bouncing from foster home to foster home until he aged out of the system 8 months ago. Though a sad way to grow up, he does appear stronger for it. He is very confident and in control. He needs no one to take care of him, because he can take care of himself.
Now, I have never been with a man or ever really thought about it, but I've also never been one of those guys who were too insecure in their own sexuality to notice when another man is attractive, and Colby was a fine looking man. He was around 6'3, taller than both me and my son who both capped out at 5'8. His hair was full and styled perfectly with that just out of bed look. The near blackness of his hair made his bright blue eyes stand out more than they already did. They were gorgeous. His face was pale and smooth, but his lips were full and cherry red. Though clothed I could see his muscles bulging out. He wasn't overly muscular, but was in extremely good shape. Looking at him made the word Adonis come to my mind. He was absolutely beautiful.
This was a fact that didn't appear to be lost on my son. Though, I had sometimes suspected my son might be gay, it was never something we had directly discussed. I never tried to push the issues, fearing outing him before he had come to terms with it, but I always tried to make sure he knew that I was supportive of the LGBT community, so that when he was ready he'd feel safe to tell me.
There was something in the way they looked at each other. I wouldn't call it love, but rather lust. They seemed hungry for each other, rather than affectionate. I assumed they were probably friends who helped each other out sexually. I knew they would probably have sex in my house, just down the hall from my room. That thought excited me.
Now as I'm laying here, lonely and naked in my bed I'm beginning to believe my suspicions may be true. I begin to hear noises coming from down the hall. They start out subtle. I heard what I believed to be the smacking sounds of a passionate kiss, followed not to long after by what sounded like slight gagging and the occasional moans. At first I thought my horniness was just getting the best of me, but as the sound of my son's bed slowly creaking filled the silent house I knew it was true. Just down the hall from me, my son was getting fucked by possibly the most handsome man I had ever seen. I look down to see my dick start to rise. My arousal worries me. Why I am turned on my the noise of my son having sex?
The gentle rhyme of the bed's movements and slight whimpers escaping from my son are hypnotic. I find myself drawn to them. I get out of bed and slowly walk down the hall towards Harper's room. I feel in a trance, like I'm out of my body, watching myself.
I find the his bedroom door partially opened, and I peek in, and look upon a sight that almost makes me cum before I am even fully hard. My son's body is bent over the bed, his face burried in a pillow in an attempt to mute his cries of pleasure. I see his left hand clutching the bed sheets and his right hand strokes his throbbing dick. He seems to be about average length and thickness, but he is not really what my focus is on. Behind him, plowing into my boy's ass like an animal in heat is Colby. Sweat is dripping down his fit body, the light dusting of hair on his chest slicked down from the wetness. I can't see his cock, but I can just tell he's big.
My dick has finally fully risen and is as hard as I ever remember it being. I reach down and begin to stroke my 7 inches slowly as I watch my son take this rough fuck. My eyes are glued to their bodies, how they move together. It's then I realize, I'm not turned on because my son is getting fucked, I'm turned on wishing I was getting fucked in place of my son. Harper was in so much pleasure, his entire body was trembling from the fucking he was receiving. His head turned toward me. He had his eyes closed tight as his teeth bit into the pillow. He was smiling, he was loving every second of this. I looked back at Colby and my eyes meet his eyes. He was watching me watching him. I thought about running, but the look in his eyes and the smile on his lips told me to stay. I just stood there, stroking my hard dick in unison to his thrusts, lost in the blueness of his eyes and the overwhelming smell of sweat and musk that was filling the room.
He winked at me, then grabbed Harper by the waist and picked him up, flipping him onto his back. He leaned down and the two of them kissed, I could see my son sucking his lover's tongue into his mouth, kissing him like his life depended on it. I could see Colby's cock now. It was huge, at least nine inches, thick and uncut. I could see the veins sticking out of it, and the lube caused it to shine in the moonlight that was in through the window. He wasn't wearing a condom. He was fucking my son bare.
"Ready for more of my cock babe?" Colby asked huskily.
"Babe, shush, what if my dad hears?" Harper replied in a hushed tone.
"Then let him hear, I don't care. Let him hear me fucking his sons ass, he may even like it."
Harper scoffed, "You are such a dirty boy."
"Never heard you complain before, now tell me what you want, don't whisper it, say it out loud, and I'll give it to you"
"God, I want your cock babe. I want you to fuck me hard, I just want you to grab hold of me and use me until you cum deep inside of me. I'm yours to do whatever you want."
"Fuck yea baby, that's hot. I want that too." With that Colby rammed his dick back into my son, filling his hole in one thrust. My son gasped with pleasure and the fucking resumed.
There was no more concern between either of them of being noisy or waking me, their horniness had taken over. Harper couldn't control his screams any longer. Chanting "Oh yes Colby, fuck me, fuck me hard." While Colby had regressed from words, and was becoming primal, grunting and groaning like a caveman as he fucked into my son, hard. From this new position, I could see it, his fat cock sliding in and out of my sons ass lips. I could tell by my sons cries and the pool of precum accumulating on his stomach that Colby was hitting his prostate.
Harper began to moan loader and I could see every muscle in his athletic body tighten. He pulled Colby into him, sharing a passionate kiss with him as a hands free orgasm pulsed through my son's cock. After the last bit of cum oozed out, Colby pulled away from my son's lips, and leaned down to Harper's stomach and begins to slurp up the massive mess my son had made. I almost lost it watching his lips inhale my son's jucies. Once my sons smooth abs were cleaned, Colby stands up and swallows. "God you taste so good baby."
"God, fuck, that was amazing, come on babe, your turn, I want you to cum now, cum inside me."
"As you wish." Colby replies with an evil smirk. He returns to fucking, slower this time. Long, deep strokes, clearly trying to build up his pleasure. He looks back over to me and I see his eyes drift down my body to my cock. My hand is now stroking it so fast it's become a blur. He bites his lips and his eyes return to mine. I can tell by his face he's about to cum, his thrust become quickened, more frantic, until we finally both cum, together. I shoot 8 ropes of thick white cum against my sons door, using all of my will power not to cry out in ecstasy. Colby shoves his body against my son's firm ass, shuttering as he unloads what I can only imagine is a big load. He stands, not moving as he tries to regain composure. After about a minute he pulls out and looks down at my sons ass.
"God, your ass looks so hot with my cum dripping out of it." he states to Harper.
"Yea, but it's gonna make a mess all over the sheets." Harper replied more as an observation than a complaint.
"Well, I know how to fix that." With that Colby drops to his knees and plants his face between Harper's ass cheeks.
"OH FUCKING DAMN COLBY!" my son shouts, as he instinctively wraps his thighs around Colby's head, pulling him into his ass even more.
I stand there watching as this beautiful man eats his own seed out of my son's well fucked ass. I feel blood start returning to my dick. I haven't been able to recover this quick since I was their age. After about a minute, Colby pulls up and starts crawling up the bed to my son, leaning over his body. Harper opens his mouth as Colby starts to pour his cum into his lover's mouth. Once Harper has all the cum the two kiss, passing it back and forth between each other until it's gone.
"God, you are an incredible fuck babe." Colby says.
"Thanks you're not to bad yourself. Now come on let's get some sleep. I'm gonna need to be plenty rested if I'm gonna be able to give my dad a believable explanation for all this noise we made when he askes tomorrow."
"I wouldn't worry about it too much, something tells me it's not gonna come up." With that Colby gave me a wink and pulled my sons body into his, and closed his eyes.
Knowing the peep show is now over, I tip toed quietly back to my own bedroom, closing my door and laying down. I know sleep will not being coming easy. I stared up at the ceiling for what seems like hours, replaying the events that I just watched unfold, my dick still rock hard, pointing up at my belly button. I consider masturbating again, but I'm not sure if my aging body can handle another orgasm so soon after the unearthly magnitude of my previous one.
However my thoughts are soon interrupted by the sound of my door being opened and closed. I tilted my head to see Colby standing, still naked and hard with the same evil grin he gave Harper.
"You watched your son get fucked, now it's your turn Mr. Chase."
My thoughts are soon interrupted by the sound of my door being opened and closed. I tilted my head to see Colby standing, still naked and hard with the same evil grin he gave Harper.
"You watched your son get fucked, now it's your turn Mr. Chase."
I just stare at him blankly, lost in the veins in his gorgeous cock. Is he real, does he really want pathetic old me or have I dozed of without realizing it?
"Are you gonna just lay there staring at it or are you gonna come suck it?" He asked matter-of-factually.
My mouth had gone dry, but I managed to mutter, "I can't. Harper might hear."
"After that fucking I just gave your boy's hot ass, he could sleep through the apocalypse, now get you ass over here and worship my cock like I know you want to."
I wasn't going to try and fight him on it any more. I wanted him badly and he knew it, my prick showed in. I turned and stood out of my bed and headed over to him, my hardness bouncing up and down with each step until I found myself in front of his masculine body. I never broke eye contact as I lowered myself to my knees and took his dick in my hands. It was still a little sticky form his earlier activities. I could also feel it's heat and the throbbing of it in the palm of my hand.
I saw a drip of precum oozing from his piss slit and I instinctively licked it up, causing him to shudder. I stared into his beautiful blue eyes and all I could see was lust. He wanted me and badly as I wanted him and I'll be damned if I don't bring him all the pleasure he deserves. With that thought, I stop my mind's wondering and got to the task at hand. I retract his foreskin and swirl my tongue around his helmet shaped head. He likes this. I place one hand onto each of his firm ass cheeks and pull his cock into my mouth. He likes this even more. He has his head thrown back as he runs his fingers through my hair and slowly thrussts his huge manhood into my hungry mouth.
"Oh fuck Mr. Chase. You suck my cock so good. Are you liking the taste? Cleaning your son's ass off of me. Yea, fuck yes, clean that fucking big cock."
I hate to admit it, but his dirty talk was turning me on even more. The fact that I was sucking the thing that was recently in my son's ass was hot, and I wanted more.
"Oh god yes, just like that, suck my balls Mr. Chase, yea, just like that. You are a natural born cocksucker just like Harper. From the moment I saw his lips and his ass, I knew I wanted to own them both, shoot my cum, breed him, mark him as mine, just like I'm going to do to you. Do you want me to shoot my seed into that hot hairy ass of yours Mr. Chase?"
I couldn't respond with my mouth stuffed full of him, but I moaned a yes and he seemed to understand.
"Do you wanna hear about the first time I owned your son?"
I nodded again.
"The first day of practice, we both had to stay late and it was just us in the locker room. We were showering, and he dropped the soap, accidentally he claims, but I think he was offering himself up for me to take. Anyways I knew I needed his ass. I didn't hesitate. I bent down and stuck my tongue into that tight, smooth hole of his. He didn't fight, he didn't argue, he just stayed bent over moaning while I shoved my tongue into his hole getting him ready for my monster. We sat their in the steam of the shower, me tongue fucking his ass, his moaning loudly, I knew he was a virgin, the way he was reacting to my mouth was like he had just discovered heaven, but he hadn't seen anything yet. His body was trembling his stick was throbbing until he just started to spew out hot streams of cum onto the shower floor. He's orgasm was so strong I had to stand up and wrap my arms around him to keep him steady, but that got my dick rubbing against his tight hole and… oh fuck just like that Mr. Chase, god you're almost better than Harper, keep that up and you're gonna get my cum."
I took him out of my mouth, with my own hand furiously stroking my cock, "what happened next?"
"You wanna here about how I popped your son's cherry, you dirty old man?" I just nodded at him, and took him back into my mouth, "well I think you've more than earned it, so here you go: I couldn't wait any longer, and I wasn't gonna wait for him to adjust, I shoved my whole, thick nine inches into that tight little man-cunt of his. He screamed, partly in pain, mostly in Ecstasy. I pinned him against the shower room wall and just hammered in and out of him. Sawing my meat in out out of his hole, kissing on his back and neck, leaving marks, making sure all of him belonged to me. I fucked him with everything I had, making sure I- oh fuck, I'm getting close, keep going just like that-I, uh, I ruined his hole for all other men, it's mine now. His hole was so tight, and it was squeezing me every time I hit his prostate, I knew I wasn't going to last long. I let out a roar that could have been heard by anyone in a 5 mile radius. and dumped my cum in him. I pulled him back to me for a wet and sloppy kiss, told him he was mine now, and all he said was okay. We've been fucking like you watched tonight for months now, and I just never get tired of him. Oh fuck Mr. Chase, I'm going to blow in your mouth, oh fuck, oh fuck, oh fuck yessssss!"
Much like in the story he was telling he let out a roar that anyone in the world with ears could have heard. He tasted a little bitter, but good. I wanted more, lots more. I hoped this wasn't the only time I'd get to share with him.
As his spewing stopped and he slowly began to return back down to earth, he looked down and noticed my still raging cock.
"You haven't cum yet," he questioned, "well we can't have that, get up on the bed."
I did what I was told and sat myself onto my bed as he knelt before me and took my dick in his mouth. Holy shit, it was incredible. If there was Olympic dick sucking they'd need to create something higher than first place, because he's skills are worth far more than gold. His warm, soft tongue, was sliding all around my cock like silk. He was bobbing up and down, his hands clawing at my back. He looked up at me with those crystal blue eyes of his and that did it. I shot all the cum left in my body into his mouth, and he swallowed it all, never losing a drop. God, he was amazing.
After the orgasm subsided and the cum was swallowed, he stood up and gave me a kiss, it wasn't nearly as passionate as the one he'd shared with my son not to long before, but it set my heart fluttering around in my chest.
He pulled away and said, "thanks man, that was incredible," and began heading to the door.
"Wait!" I nearly shouted. he stopped and turned and looked back at me. I gulp and continued, "I thought you were going to make me yours, I thought you were gonna fuck me."
His now signature evil grin returned, "Don't worry Mr. Chase, there's always tomorrow, now get some sleep, you're going to need your rest." With that he turned and exited, making sure to leave my door open so I could watch his sculpted ass as he walked down the hall and rejoined my son in bed.
What the fuck did I just do, I thought to myself, and what the fuck is he gonna do to me tomorrow. Any guilt I might have felt for blowing my son's lover was overridden by my desire for Colby. I laid back down, covered myself up and drifted to sleep with eager hope of what tomorrow will bring.


text:
Response to a Critique of New York State's Clean Energy Programs
A recent report criticizing New York's Clean Energy Standard ("CES") incorrectly argues that the CO2-reduction benefits from these programs are non-existent. The report claims that the benefits of reducing CO2 emissions with the CES, which are valued using the Social Cost of Carbon ("SCC"), are "effectively zero." This conclusion and the preceding assertions are incorrect and inconsistent with basic economics. Our response highlights the flaws of the report and explains that New York's CES in fact generates significant and crucial environmental benefits.


text:
Staff Nurse (RN) - Neuro ICU, Night, Hyde Park - Chicago, IL
NNU Union Posting Dates: 6/8/2020 - 6/17/2020
Area: 8N Neuro ICU
Shift: 36 hours per week (0.9) / Night shift
Job Summary:
A staff nurse is a registered professional nurse (RN) who manages patient centered care that is outcome directed. Patient centered care principles and professional nursing practice standards provide the foundation for the nurse to assess, plan, implement and evaluate the care provided. The staff nurse assumes the primary responsibility and accountability for all patient care personally provided and that provided by those directly under her/his supervision.
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Organizational Overview
Located in Historic Hyde Park, UChicago Medicine is a not-for-profit integrated and academic health system of hospital and physician services, providing world class care since 1927. UChicago Medicine operates four hospitals and a state-of-the-art ambulatory-care facility located within a medical center campus of twenty interconnected buildings, along with several satellite facilities situated throughout Chicago's south suburbs. In addition, Ingalls Memorial Hospital is located outside of the main medical campus in Harvey, IL. Today, UChicago Medicine and Biological Sciences Division, including Ingalls Memorial Hospital encompass over 800 beds and employ nearly 12,000 people, which includes more than 800 attending physicians, 1100 residents and fellows, and 2,600 nurses.
UChicago Medicine's mission is to provide superior health care in a compassionate manner, ever mindful of each patient's dignity and individuality. UChicago Medicine has established a market identity "At the Forefront of Medicine", and has consistently been able to attract a critical mass of talented physicians, healthcare professionals and staff to treat the most complex clinical problems. In recognition of this excellence, U.S. News and World Report rank many of our programs as among the best in the United States.
Why Join Us
We've been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment… with patients and with each other. We're in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you'd like to add enriching human life to your profile, The University of Chicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we're doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.
Bring your career to the next level at a hospital that is thriving; from patient satisfaction to employee engagement, we are at the Forefront of Medicine. Take advantage of all we have to offer and #BringYourPassiontotheForefront.
University of Chicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at: www.uchospitals.edu/jobs
The University of Chicago Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.
Launch your career - Create your profile now! Loading some great jobs for you...
Launch your career - Create your profile now!Create your Profile
Loading some great jobs for you...


text:
FREE & OPEN TO ALL | January 28-June 13, 2020
Douglass Gallery
In this sixth juried Student Response Exhibition, Miami students are called upon to present unique and diverse commentaries on what constitutes a "circle." Interpretations are subject to the student's personal perspective, major/minor, culture, age, experiences, etcetera. Cash prizes for the best three works are provided by the Art Museum's Membership Committee. Voting will be conducted by visitors to the exhibition. Come visit and explore the creative contributions Miami students are making to the arts.
McKie Gallery
This community-curated exhibition is developed together with the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma and will provide historical context and background to the contemporary revival of ribbonwork among the Miami people. The exhibition will correspond to the 20th anniversary of the proposal to establish the Myaamia Project and in conjunction with the 2020 Myaamiaki Conference at Miami University.
Farmer Gallery
Art History Capstone Exhibition
Under the guidance of Dr. Michael Hatch, Assistant Professor of Art & Architecture History, and Art Museum staff, students in the Fall 2019 Capstone class curated an exhibition that looks at the exchange of art and ideas between Asia and countries in the West. Works in the exhibition date from the 18th century to the early 20th century and present a variety of forms. Capstone students had the opportunity to select the works, contextualize relationships, and present an in-depth study of the topic.


text:
It has been a long day for Anna today.
Harrison came in repeatedly to eat her wet food leftovers.
Rhea even broke in and had a little scuffle.
Here comes Harrison for the food again.
Now I am bugging her with my fingers.
…and now the Red Thing. She's a bit tired of this all by now, but it is almost over.


text:
17 hours ago
Monday, 18 April 2011
Bear with Me
Uniqlo, dear Uniqlo. Why have you done a range of Care Bears t shirts? Please tell me why.
I know that it might be kitsch and cute in Japan.
But here? I don't think so. It sends a shudder down my spine. I used to have one, a bear who cares. The prospect of wearing one on a t shirt, unless I was an actual child, seriously grosses me out. As does the thought of other grown ups sporting them.
(Via Uniqlo)
And before you ask, I had grumpy bear, appropriately enough. The one at the bottom right with the rain cloud on its belly. At least it wasn't a goddamn perky bear, that would really have been too much.
Labels: Not Cute, Paedo Chic, Uniqlo
No comments:
Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)


text:
Business Owner? Add your logo and more…
E-commerce in York
Be the first to review
The CatalystBaird LaneYorkNorth YorkshireYO10 5GA
Show map
01904 5...
01904 567979
There are currently no reviews for this company
All fields are required. Your review will appear immediately.
By leaving this review, you agree with our Terms of membership
Similar nearby businesses
149 Nightingale Road, Hitchin, SG5 1QT
5 Walton Place, York, YO26 5DN
78 Jute Road, York, YO26 5EW
11 Tinley Garth, York, YO62 6AR
Kensington House, York, YO26 6RW
Stocking Hall, York, YO61 4TP
© 2020 Touch Local - part of the network


text:
You are using an outdated browser. Please upgrade your browser to use this site.
Online Banking
Home Loans
Personal CD Rates
Board of Directors
Commercial Services Login
President, Business Capital
Mike Jones is president of CIT's Business Capital division with oversight for the Equipment Finance and Small Business Solutions units. Jones joined CIT in 2016 as the managing director of the Equipment Finance business and was named to his current role in 2018. Prior to CIT, he was the managing director for the Vendor Group at EverBank. He also spent nine years with U.S. Bank as director of the Eastern Division, Office Equipment Leasing and Financing. Earlier in his tenure, Jones served as district manager for Sunoco Oil Company and vice president of Operations and Partner in USA Inc. Prior to launching his business career, Jones served in the U.S. Army and completed one combat tour of duty before retiring in 1990. He holds a bachelor's degree in Accounting and Finance from Widener University.


text:
A friend of mine entered into an agreement to release equity from her home as she had financial difficulties. She then sold up and downsized in an effort to repay the equity release firm but it has insisted it had a share in her new home and she had to buy something it would agree to. Is there any way of ridding oneself of these leeches?Can I give my friend a glimmer of hope as it is preying on her mind and affecting her health?
GT, Dereham
It is hard to offer any clear advice about your friend's situation without more information, but it sounds like the terms of the arrangement have meant that the sale of the home did not yield enough to clear the outstanding debt.
This has left her in a difficult position and so she needs to get a better picture of what can be done to clear any ongoing obligation. Sitting down with someone who can help demystify the terms of the deal will help in formulating a plan of action.
I would suggest she contacts an organisation such as Citizen's Advice (citizensadvice.org.uk) to work out the best course of action.


text:
Big Garden Birdwatch, as quickly as it was here, it was gone again. Much like the wind beneath our photo of the week's feathers.
This amusing shot of a windswept nuthatch was taken during Barry Thomas' Big Garden Birdwatch last weekend.
Batten down the (nut)hatches! (Photo courtesy of Nature's Home reader Barry Thomas)
Did you see any nuthatches on your Big Garden Birdwatch? Let us know in the comments below and don't forget to submit your results at rspb.org.uk/birdwatch.
We spend 90% of net income on conservation, public education and advocacy
The RSPB is a member of BirdLife International. Find out more about the partnership
© The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) is a registered charity: England and Wales no. 207076, Scotland no. SC037654


text:
Hambleden Estate, the Buckinghamshire setting for the filming of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and television series Midsomer Murders, has been bought by a friend of the Prince of Wales for £39m. The Times
The village, which has a population of 750, is near Henley-on-Thames and is noted for its quintessentially English setting on the edge of the Chilterns. It has brick and flint cottages, a pub, village stores, and a highly prized shoot on its 1,600 acres.
Urs Schwarzenbach, the buyer, is a Swiss financier and friend of Prince Charles. He is one of the world's richest men with an estimated £850m fortune.


text:
Original article published in The Boston Globe as an Opinion Letter available here
Jennifer C. Braceras is certainly correct when she asserts that Bill Weld has no viable path to the Republican presidential nomination next year ("Do most voters even know who Bill Weld is?" Opinion, July 8). Nobody would be surprised if he pulls small numbers of primary voters from President Trump, whose popularity in the Republican Party is apparently around 90 percent.
But Weld is hardly without a rationale for his run. He undoubtedly believes that the Republican Party should not be led by a man whose primary source of power is racism and the ability to spread hate. Running against a president who thrives only by dividing Americans and victimizing the weak in society is an honorable task. This would be true regardless of Trump's popularity.
In a better world, and in better times, other, potentially more viable GOP presidential candidates than Weld, such as Senator Lindsey Graham or Senator Marco Rubio, might have stood up to Trump and run against him. But they, like so many other Republicans, have shown themselves to be gutless in the face of a demagogue's popularity. While they cower, Weld has stood up, and he deserves credit, regardless of the outcome.
Marc Springer


text:
So – when are the kids you meet on the streets gonna go to church?
Or – its good that you're out there telling those kids about Jesus. ..
Are two of the common phrases used as reposte when I or we (Durham yfc) say we're doing detached work. To help that audience (of usually evangelical christians) we couch a suitable response in the concept of mission, or process. That by being there at all the church hasnt abandoned young people in a particular community.
However, in thinking again, and been drawn back to our responsibility to perform appropriately redemptive theo-drama, I would like to begin to re-consider how we see the street as the stage for emergent participative theology with young people. Not just the means to an end, or young people to move to a place to believe but that the public space is the new context of theological meaning making- notably through conversation.
Setting the scene…
What would it mean to do theology on the streets?
I guess what Im thinking is that whilst emergent church thinking has taken street based work on a trajectory which started from medical help to the urban poor (Rayman), to encouraging the unnattached to be attatched (Goetchius and Tash 1967) which kind of paved the way from those unnattached to church to become in contact with those attached to one (outside-in Breen 1993, Passmore 2003) and then as in Passmore (2013) and the Streetspace movement there coined the notion of church on the edge , church emerging on the streets.
Church on the edge has been interpreted in a number of ways and contexts, from corporating markers of the church and doing them on the streets, such as prayer or reimagined stories/parables, to collapsing the community/church notional distinction eschewing that the community of young people can be in itself church.
I wonder however if 'church on the edge/street' is slightly problematic without a discussion on what a contextual theology of the street would be and how this is given away in the process of emergence.
What would theology on the streets look like?
(And no, dear God, im not thinking of the street bible)
If the street is the context for an emerging christian theology where and how might this look like?
We start an understanding of a God who loves the city streets, a God who called Paul to love the city and who himself was moved by the lostness of those in Jerusalem wondering like sheep without.
Yet it was also in the streets that a new way of being was emerging, where the crowds would gather, where discussion and conversations occured, where battle lines were drawn and through which Jesus himself carried his cross. The streets are a place of neutrality, away from buildings with meaning or defined social structure, a place of escape from something or transition between. Yet most of our current thelogising occurs in the predefined meaning orientated buildings, saturated with implicit power and conformity; the church, alpha group, the college and academia. Does the egalitarian space of the street provide a better starting point for authentic/honest theological reflection to occur, given that the communicative power dynamic is not weighted in favour of the communicants, but the recipient.
Recently ive heard it said ( in a church) that to ask some questions of God would be trivial, ie what shape/colour is God? Yet these are exactly the kind of questions that are open to be considered with young people on the streets, as it's here where young people we meet on detached are being able to ask and explore their responses to question about god, about church, doing so in their space..not a school RE lesson or church, but in spaces that are free for them. It shouldn't offend that we do theology on the streets, just that on detached we open up the possibility for any young person to participate, not just those who make it beyond the walls on a Sunday. I wonder also whether in the space of the church we choose who might be 'ready' to progress to deeper theological thought yet on the streets or in conversations in community can we give away that privilege to all in a more inclusive equal way?
If theology on the streets gives the possibility of young people/groups participating in a new way of being whilst in that environment then so be it, better that than the only outcome of detached being that it leads them to somewhere else as a marker of success. Yet can detached work include not just exploration of spirituality as interest but also theological reawakening on the street, with those who don't yet know.
As an addition I am just encountering, and being blessed by reading Vanhoozer (2014) Faith Speaking Understanding, in which he states that Biblical Christianity is about Public Theology, that Theology is public; in as much as it seeks to demonstrate and participate in the expansion of Gods reign in the world, that changing the world "depends on changing our hearts; how we perceive, name and act in the world.
According to Vanhoozer, the result of a church doing public theology as it follows the life, way and truth of Christ is that " a "politics" of the gospel whereby the church engages in public practices for the public good, practices that also characterise the distinctive use of power in the coming reign of God – such as gathering together (on the street) , confessing Jesus (with young people) , peacemaking, truth-telling and doing justice"(2014:p8)


text:
Gil and Ronda have been living in Africa for the past 15 years. Over 5 years ago, they moved to the remote village of Macha, Zambia. They are located more than 2 hours from the closest paved road and 5 hours from a major city. Electricity and water are not readily available for them, so needless to say, life is always an adventure in Macha.
Life Is Always An adventure
They moved to Macha to start MICS (Macha Innovative Christian School). There was a desperate need for a quality elementary school for the local children and the many orphans in Macha. It has been 5 years now, and they have more than 70 students. God has done many amazing things in Macha. We are excited to see what will happen next!
This website will allow Gil and Ronda to keep everyone informed and up to date on all the events in Macha.
Please check back often and keep them in your prayers.