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Dentures – Richardson, TX
Reliable Prosthetic Teeth to Complete Your Smile
The most important element of a successful denture treatment plan is to select the right denture materials for your situation. Denture materials can be classified as either permanent or temporary. Keep reading to learn more about your options for dentures in Richardson, TX.
Temporary denture materials are used to restore your mouth for a short time until your natural teeth and tissue have healed enough to support a permanent denture. Temporary denture materials must be biocompatible with the tissue in your mouth. Most often, this means using a combination of restorative dental restoration materials plastic and acrylics.
Permanent denture materials are those that remain in your mouth permanently and replace your missing tooth and supporting structures. This means that the material itself should be biocompatible with your oral tissue and should be able to withstand the conditions of your everyday life. Not all dental materials are created equal. Some are more durable than others and some last longer. Durable denture materials last longer and improve your quality of life by allowing you to eat whatever you want without worrying about your dentures falling out of your mouth. Unquestionably, your dentures should be made of durable, high-quality materials.
But what other factors should you consider when selecting your denture materials? How do you know what is the best material for your application? What questions should you ask your dentist or other denture professionals? The first step is to determine if you need a complete or a partial denture. There are a few situations where only a partial denture will suffice.
For example, if you have a small number of natural teeth left that are not suitable for a conventional denture, a partial denture may be all you need to restore your smile. Another situation where only a partial denture will do is when you have extensive gum disease that has destroyed much of the supporting bone and tissue in your mouth. In this case, a partial denture will help maintain the health of your gums and allow you to chew and eat almost anything with confidence. A partial denture is the only dental treatment that will restore your ability to chew and speak normally. Partial dentures are often preferred over complete dentures because they are easier to clean, are less likely to become impacted (caught) in your saliva, and are generally more comfortable.
Partial Dentures vs. Permanent Dentures
Keep in mind that partial dentures do not last as long as complete dentures. This is because they lack the supporting bone and tissue of a natural tooth. As a result, they tend to loosen over time and need to be replaced. However, replacing a partial denture is much less invasive than replacing a complete denture. Once your dentist determines that you need a full or partial denture, they will take an impression of your jawbone and gums so that a custom-made denture can be made.
Benefits of Dentures
Replacing lost or missing teeth is very good for your health and appearance. A complete or full denture replaces your natural teeth and gives support to your cheeks and lips. Without this support, sagging facial muscles can make a person look older and they will find it harder to eat and speak properly. Please schedule an appointment to go over the different options your dentist may recommend. That way, you can start enjoying a new you sooner than you think!

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After seeing the many well thought out, and expertly crafted wide drum sander builds here, and on the other forums, I am sufficiently inspired and motivated to build my own.
I have been working out the design, and have come to the conclusions that while the design isn’t finalized, I AM confident enough to start gathering the “Stuff” to start building it… This “Stuff” so far is…
#1. Pair of 5/8” center hole cast iron ball bearing pillow block bearings. (Order being processed as I type this.) $20.00 after S&H. #2. 5/8” diameter x 48” steel rod to be length reduced during the build process. $7.55 after tax, purchased locally. #3. 4” Schedule 40 PVC. Presently 4” piece. $0.00. It was given to me by a friend that had a cutoff. #4. 4’ of Harbor Freight Link Belt. Effectively $0.00. I had the HF link belt that I used on my band saw, this is just surplus. #5. 1.5HP Compressor Duty Motor. $112.00 after tax. I am completely open to donated motors. If anyone has a suggestion as to where I can get a motor for free I am all for it! FWIW, I had initially wanted to rebuild a Dayton 1.5HP 3600 rpm motor for this application, but the inner bearing seized up on it and it appears to have welded itself to the shaft… Bye bye birdie! #6. 3/4 Aracuo Ply. Leftover / cutoffs being used, so $0.00 #7. 20 stud grade SYP 2×4s. Again, $0.00 as these were cast off from a construction project as surplus. #8. Box of 2.5” coated deck screws. $10.00 (If I recall right) Yeah I am planning on screws and glue for this thing… I want strong, not pretty… #9. Tempered Hardboard. $0.00. Literally, I have 2 sheets that were given to me… #10. Hammer on Single Gang electrical box. $0.00 (pulled out of my attic. It was literally just sitting there loose when I bought the house…) #11. “Safetly” power tool switch. $21.95 #12. 12 ga cable and plug. $0.00 (chunk of an extension cord the neighbor ran over with a mower and threw out. I was able to get a 20” section with a molded plug out of the deal free! #13. Casters. $0.00. I reclaimed them when I tore apart the old / original rolling router table cabinet in favor of the table saw wing… #14. Piano hinges for motor mount plate and main table to pivot on. $0.00. Leftover cutoffs from the clamshell cabinet projects. #15. Misc 1/2” plywood for the drum cover. $0.00 from the scrap bins. #16. 4” S&D PVC for the dust port. $0.00. I have tons of cutoffs from my dust collection setup..
I have some stormfall Oak I plan on using for the end plugs / center support(s), and yes, I plan on turning the V groove in the motor side end plug in order to provide the upper pulley.
My intention is to build this for the least amount of money possible. Partially for me, but partially to give inspiration to others that a project of this magnitude doesn’t have to be expensive.
So bear along with me as I muddle through this project, and hopefully my blogging about it will give you enough information for your own build.
I want to thank all the Lumberjocks ahead of me that already built one of these. There are far too many out there to list, but your work has given me inspiration to move ahead on my build. Thank you! However out of all of these builds, and they are all fantastic mind you, I do intend on borrowing HEAVILY ideas from Lew’s build. He has a great blog series that has provided me ample inspiration… http://lumberjocks.com/lew/blog/series/4738
-- My workshop blog can be found at http://daves-workshop.blogspot.com, YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoa-AgyeFWqnQfGIJwdzkog


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Stephen A is reportedly joining ESPN's NBA coverage on Wednesday nights.
NBA fans will be seeing a lot more of Stephen A. Smith next season, as ESPN reportedly plans to switch up their NBA studio coverage.
According to The Big Lead, it is believed that Smith will be featured as part of Wednesday night's NBA on ESPN double-headers, although his specific role has not yet been announced.
Back in April, The New York Post's Andrew Marchand reported that Smith was "in line to become the highest-paid on-air person at ESPN," and could see his salary double from $5 million a year to $10 million annually. The legendary "First Take" co-host already appears on numerous other programs within the network in addition to hosting his own radio show.
Additionally, Richard Deitsch reports that Rachel Nichols & Maria Taylor will be named as the hosts of NBA Countdown. As a result, it looks like Michelle Beadle will be dropped from the lineup.
Deitsch also notes that Chauncey Billups is expected to move from the studio to a game analyst role, while Jalen Rose is believed to be returning to NBA Countdown. It remains to be seen if Paul Pierce will continue to be involved.

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"This will be a day long remembered." On Wednesday, Lucasfilm Games announced that a brand new open-world Star Wars game is being developed in collaboration with Ubisoft. The announcement of this kind of game is the realization of many hopes and dreams of Star Wars fans over the past several years, but it also represents [...]
The best of Star Wars in 2020: End of year awards!
There’s a very interesting tease about Titan Squadron’s next mission at the end of the Star Wars: Squadrons campaign
In the final Imperial mission of the Star Wars: Squadrons campaign, the Empire has seemingly won a major victory at the Ringali Nebula, having devastated the New Republic Starhawk and seemingly killed the Republic officer Lindon Javes. Upon hearing this news, Terisa Kerrill - who has a personal vendetta against Javes and captains the Star [...]
Star Wars: Squadrons multiplayer review!
*** This review is for the multiplayer aspect of Star Wars: Squadrons. For my review of the single-player campaign, head here. *** Star Wars: Squadrons was released a little over a week ago, and here I'm going to focus on the multiplayer aspects of the game. I'll break it down into a couple of different [...]
Star Wars: Squadrons campaign review!
Star Wars: Squadrons has been released, and it features both a single-player campaign mode and multiplayer modes. I'll be discussing the multiplayer aspect of the game in a future article, but today I'm diving into the campaign. It's a very enjoyable experience that, though it gets repetitive at times and doesn't show any huge developments, [...]
There’s quite a bit of Star Wars content coming in October!
October is going to be a pretty big month for Star Wars! Most notably, of course, is that The Mandalorian season two will premiere this month!!! The season's first episode will drop on October 30! So while we have to wait pretty much the entirety of the month to see it, it nonetheless will drop [...]
Star Wars releases epic animated short film in promotion of Squadrons
The video game Star Wars Squadrons is set to release in just a few weeks, on October 2, and in promotion of that, Star Wars released an epic animated short entitled "Hunted." The nearly seven minute video follows Imperial pilot Varko Grey, the leader of Titan Squadron, in a battle sometime following the Battle of [...]
Breaking down the latest trailer for Star Wars Squadrons!
Last week, we got our latest look at Star Wars Squadrons, the upcoming video game that is set to release on October 2! The game has both a multiplayer and single player focus, and this latest trailer was specifically exploring more of the single player campaign. In this story, you'll play as pilots of both [...]
Trailers for Star Wars Squadrons, LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga, and Galaxy’s Edge The Sims promotion released!
Today was a big day for Star Wars gaming news! With Gamescon kicking off today, we got several new looks at upcoming Star Wars game, including trailers for Star Wars Squadrons, LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga, and a Star Wars Galaxy's Edge partnership coming to The Sims! First up was the latest trailer for [...]
We might be getting a look at Star Wars Squadrons and LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga this week!
There are two Star Wars video games coming out later this year, as we have Star Wars Squadrons and LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga! We've actually seen quite a bit from Squadrons, as that's been promoted significantly. But LEGO Star Wars? We've seen almost nothing - not even a confirmed release date! All of [...]

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Mid Devon District Council is set for a shake up of its boundaries and residents across the region are being invited to help.
The independent Local Government Boundary Commission for England is asking local people for their help to draw up a new pattern of council wards for Mid Devon District Council.
The consultation is the first part of an electoral review which will re-draw ward boundaries across the district.
The Commission has also announced that Mid Devon District Council should have 42 councillors in future: the same as the current arrangements.
In drawing up new boundaries, the Commission aims to deliver electoral equality for voters in council elections so that each councillor represents roughly the same number of voters. The review also aims to ensure that the new council wards reflect, as far as possible, the interests and identities of communities across Mid Devon.
Professor Colin Mellors, Chair of the Commission, said: “We are asking local people and organisations to help us draw up new wards for Mid Devon. As we develop the recommendations, we will take into account local community identities as well as ensuring electoral equality for voters.
“If you have a view about which communities or neighbourhoods should be part of the same council ward, then we want to hear from you. And if you think a road, river or railway makes for a strong boundary between communities in your part of Mid Devon, then this consultation is for you.
“If you’re interested in the way the district is run, just log on to our website to explore our interactive maps and have your say.
“Your views will make a difference.
“We will carefully consider all evidence that is provided during this phase of the review, whoever it is from and whether it applies to the whole of Mid Devon or just a small part of the district.
“Residents will then have a further chance to have their say after we publish our draft recommendations in February.”
Residents have until November 4 2019 to submit their views in this consultation. Further information on the review and interactive maps of the existing wards can be found at consultation.lgbce.org.uk and www.lgbce.org.uk .


The International Steam Pages
This is an 0-6-0T Hanomag (3636/1901) which has been sectioned to show its workings. Almost nothing is known about its history. It's located at STMN 1 (new name: SMK N 2) engineering school in Yogyakarta, at the crossing of Pangeran Mangkubumi St / AM Sangaji ST with Rudolf Wolter Monginsidi St / Professor Sardjito St. This place is about 1.3 km north of the main railway station in directly north of Malioboro.
This photograph is courtesy of Hery Nugroho (2008).
Click here for the main unofficial Ambarawa Railway Museum Home Page.
Click here for a full list of preserved Indonesian main line steam locomotives.
Click here for more information about the steam locomotives at the Ambarawa Railway Museum.
Click here for more information about the steam locomotives at the Taman Mini Railway Museum.
Click here for more information about the other preserved steam locomotives in Java.
Click here for more information about Java's forgotten steam locomotives.


Expert said the dryness appearance may be enhanced by using heaters
and blowers and it could sometimes lead to eyes and skin irritations.
Market Comparison of Global and Chinese Gas Heater
If something goes wrong in the system, whom will the manager call - the installation contractor, tank-less water heater
manufacturer, pump manufacturer or an engineer?
The power draw from the smart electric water heater
clearly coincides with the time when the LMP is lower than the average LMP.
Corrosion or scale on heater
surfaces are both conditions that are commonly not covered by pool heater
warranties and can cause premature failure.
An added bonus of masonry heaters
is the extras that can be incorporated.
We have massive expansion plans in the future to manufacture solar water heaters
and instantaneous water heaters
Inconel is also virtually impossible to solder to, which means that lead wires will usually have to be brazed to the heater
The GMR tip design allows for faster color changes than the Gate Mate and the independent thermocouple located closer to the tip means you do not have to take the heater
off to replace the thermocouple.
That's why TACOM has decided to place more emphasis on heater
system maintenance by requiring the following semi-annual inspection:
Nothing beats a tankless heater
for putting out lots of hot water--it never runs out.
Tankless water heaters
have been on the market for some time but have been gaining in popularity recently.


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Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Homemade Chocolate Cupcakes and Buttercream Frosting
One day last week Bekah insisted it was one of her stuffed animals birthday. She used some scraps of wrapping paper to wrap them a (recycled) gift and wanted to make them a birthday cake. I had to admit, cake sounded pretty good to me and I had just seen this awesome buttercream frosting recipe on Good Cheap Eats. So, we set off to make these homemade chocolate cupcakes and buttercream frosting.
The chocolate cake/cupcake recipe doesn't have any eggs in it, so I didn't feel a bit guilty letting Bekah lick the beaters. (I know they say since they eggs are pasterised, they won't hurt you, but I still worry).
Bekah had a great time adding the sprinkles!
These were so much easier than I thought they would be and so delicious. My husband claimed they were his favorite part of dinner that night and he is not a big sweets eater!
Now for the recipes:
No Egg Devil’s Food Cake
3 cups flour
2 cups sugar
6 Tbsp. cocoa
2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
3/4 cup oil
2 Tbsp. white vinegar
2 tsp. vanilla
2 cups cold water
Bake at 350 for 50 minutes or 15-20 minutes for cupcakes.
Homemade Buttercream Frosting
1 cup butter, softened
3-4 cups powdered sugar
1-2 Tablespoons milk or half and half
1 teaspoon vanilla
In large mixing bowl, beat butter until fluffy. Add three cups sugar, 1 Tablespoon milk, and vanilla. Beat until combined and fluffy. Adjust with more sugar or milk, depending on what consistency you’re looking for.

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This convenient selection of federal taxation statutes and regulations is designed to provide up-to-date information, through May 2020, for students and professors alike. It includes edited provisions of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC), Treasury regulations, and various materials prepared by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
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News broke this week that former DJ student Holly Jay was chosen by house label Discopolis to compile and mix their essential soundtrack compilation for the Miami Winter Music Conference this month. The new compilation album ‘Discopolis Miami 2018‘ which was released last Friday includes Holly’s brand new single ‘Love U So’ alongside 14 of her favourite tracks released on the Discopolis label. Download the album here or grab one of her recent free downloads, the 2018 bootleg of “Leave The World Behind” by Axwell, Ingrosso, Angello & Laidback Luke Feat. Deborah Cox is now available here.
Alongside her busy release schedule, the Manchester based DJ was selected to perform at Hedkandi’s Ladies night in Manchester last month a gig which later led to her to take centre stage at Hedkandi in Wroclaw. Follow Holly Jay on Facebook to find out about future live performances and releases.


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Chicago Tribune: Three friends of Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, the Boston Marathon bombing suspect, have been charged with interfering with the investigation and search for him.
The three, two students from Kazakhstan and a U.S. citizen, were not charged with direct involvement in the April 15 marathon bombings, which killed three people and injured 264.
But three days after the blasts, the trio moved swiftly to cover up for Dzhokhar Tsarnaev when the FBI made public pictures of the suspected bombers, made a public plea for help locating them and conducted a day-long manhunt that left much of Boston on lockdown, according to court papers.
Authorities charged the two Kazakhs, Azamat Tazhayakov and Dias Kadyrbayev, both 19, with conspiring to obstruct justice by disposing of a backpack containing fireworks they found in Tsarnaev's dorm room. The third man, Robel Phillipos, also 19, was charged with making false statements to investigators.
Monday, July 13, 2015
BY CHRIS NOBLE
Whether you're stepping out to work or onto the track, Pacific Northwest shoe companies have you covered.
Thursday, July 09, 2015
The sweltering weather didn't keep the crowds away. Although the numbers were down slightly from last year, the Oregon Food Bank raised $850,636 to fight hunger. About 80,000 people attended despite temperatures in the upper 90s.
Wednesday, July 01, 2015
There are more than 10 million former military members working in the United States.
Friday, July 10, 2015
BY GREGG MORRIS
Rita Hansen aims to scale natural gas vehicle innovation.
Monday, July 13, 2015
BY JACOB PALMER
Dean of the Atkinson Graduate School of Management, Willamette University
Thursday, June 11, 2015
In 2014, total revenue for camping and day use in Oregon State Parks was a little more than $17 million. That figure may even higher this year "because we've had exceptionally nice weather," Hughes says.
Thursday, June 18, 2015
Fireworks are a booming industry, even if the pyrotechnics have turned July 4th into a day fire marshals, and many residents, love to hate.
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One of the many reasons why businesses fail is due to the lack of attention to analytics. Sure, you can go on running your business, but mastering the science of analytics will translate into a business advantage.
Court experience helps legal firm anticipate potential problems for clients and prevent expensive litigation.
When Garmin AT needed to consolidate operations for its 550 employees, it scanned its entire corporate map for possible sites.
Professional and Continuing Education (PACE) and the College of Business at Oregon State University is offering “Business Analytics for Competitive Advantage”, a two-day intensive workshop.
A look back at the shifting sands of Portland’s growth and development.
Robert S. Wiggins has joined Lane Powell as a Shareholder in the Corporate/M&A Practice Group. Wiggins is a well-known lawyer, entrepreneur, and investor with more than 30 years of experience leading and advising established and emerging companies in the Pacific Northwest. Wiggins will focus his practice on offering outside general counsel services, including general corporate and board representation, business transactions and capital events.

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These past weeks have been pretty exciting. There are plenty of new cameras coming out soon, and even if you have no plans to get any of them (like me), I'm sure we can still agree that new camera gear is always interesting.
Most camera companies are giving their new cameras incremental updates. Yes, Canon, Nikon and Panasonic just announced their first full-frame mirrorless cameras, but they are -at best- just small improvements over what we already have now.
Even Fujifilm and its new medium format cameras are about polishing and making stuff that was already here, a bit better.
I wanted to mention one company who has gone a slightly different way, though: Zeiss and its first full-frame camera, the ZX1.
What's different about this camera has little to do with the hardware and everything to do with the software. The ZX1 looks like someone took an Android phone and attached a full-frame sensor to it. This makes me wonder about the booting up times.
Built-in Lightroom, smartphone-like features like the gallery and sharing capabilities, built-in battery (ouch) and ZERO SD card slots (it comes with a whopping 512GB of internal storage). The experience of using this camera will be very different from using other cameras we are more used to.
Most of the software features in this camera look a little gimmicky: who's going to edit images in the camera? Keep in mind: that will use battery, that you can't change since it's built-in.
This is why the title of this post has a "sort of" at the end.
I look at the ZX1 as a hint of what the future might bring, though. Computational photography is going to play a big role in the near future as modern phones have been showing us for years, but we are yet to see it making its way into "real" cameras.
If the iPhone XS can do what it can do with that tiny sensor and lens, just imagine what a full frame camera could do in the future.
Seeing Lightroom in a camera also reminds me of the attempt made by Sony to bring apps to their cameras. Now abandoned, it was a brilliant idea that got a poor implementation. I'd love to see apps making a come back into cameras - that'd open a whole new world of innovation.
Anyway, just my two cents on the Zeiss ZX1 and the future of photography.


Mid-November. Mark that date, or that time of the month—use a highlighter and scrawl it over the middle of the calendar, I guess. That’s when the administration is supposed to have official numbers on who’s enrolled in health care exchanges. We learned this on Tuesday, when poor Marilyn Tavenner, administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, was grilled by House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Dave Camp on who’d enrolled.
Camp: You have no numbers on who’s enrolled? So you have no idea?
Tavenner: We will have those numbers available by mid-November.
Camp: So no one is forwarding even weekly updates?
Tavenner: We will get those numbers in mid-November.
Kathleen Sebelius had a far better dodge today. “I don’t want to turn over any data this is not confirmed and reliable,” she said. Easy! Wait until November.
Or wait until the president’s speech in Boston, which took place shortly after Sebelius wrapped up. “More people are successfully buying these new plans online than they were a couple of weeks ago,” said the president. Pretty quickly, that inspired a sharp statement from House Majority Leader Eric Cantor.
Today, President Obama said that enrollment in ObamaCare is greater this week than it was two weeks ago. Clearly the President has access to enrollment data that his administration continues to hide. President Obama should be honest with the American people and release the enrollment data he based his remarks on.
Of course there’s some public reporting from states with separate exchanges about how many people have been signing up. I’ve asked about this, to be sure, while remaining impressed at how many aspects of this law can be scandalized.


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Strawberries with honey on them. I eat that a lot of mornings for breakfast. It is healthy, and tasty. I also eat avocado toast for breakfast a lot of the time too.
Veggies honestly or fruits they always are easy to prepare just wash or (cut if you have younger children) and feed they are healthy and most kids love fruits and they can take them in their way to school so in my opinion that’s my favorite option for children
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hello, I am not the greatest at making breakfast this is also something that I struggle with but I always like to eat something light like and orange on the road or a cliff bar fills you up. For you if you are driving for something you can wake up maybe 15 mins earlier and eat something real quick. I really hoped this helped
you could make them some toast with butter/pb/jelly, anything they like. you could also do instant oatmeal and throw it into a thermos. personally, i like to eat a banana and some oatmeal in the morning. you could also do cereal. there are many other quick breakfasts. if you have time, you could look on pinterest or just on google some fast easy breakfasts to make.
Protein waffles and yogurt are a good choice. My mom also used to make something the night before and put it in the over in the morning or heat it up
I like making myself egg McMuffins in the morning, it’s really tasty and very easy to eat while walking, and doing other activities. To make it you start to toast your bread, then crack an egg into a glass bowl (I like to add the smallest amount of milk), then put it in the microwave with something covering the bowl for a minute. The you put cheese slices on the toast, put the egg on top, and bam! A really yummy breakfast sandwich. Hope this helps!
Porridge with fruit is easy and healthy. Also if you have time the night before, you can make overnight oats. It's super easy and will be ready for you in the morning
Ohh that’s a lot of work but for a short and healthy breakfast try fruits like bananas, apples or a glass of milk . I also try making protein bars and night so I can grab and go . Hope this helped .
- Why is it wrong to skip breakfast? I know people who skip breakfast and actually feel better after skipping breakfast.
- I can eat in the morning, but I’m having a hard time eating before going to work because no matter what time I wake up I feel like I’m always running late. I want to eat before I get to work because I want to eat breakfast within an hour of waking up to start my day off right. How do you do it?
- Is eating breakfast the first or last part of your morning routine?
- How do I start remembering things better and feel comfortable with it?
- What are some yummy add-ins that you like to put in your overnight oats?
- Is caffeine okay, or not recommended?
- What do you have for breakfast as a healthy option?
- Is it good to run before or after breakfast?
- Any small meals that are filling? I’m not very hungry in the morning and don’t know what to eat.
- If you are trying to not eat any sugar or grains what is a good sweet substitute?


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The NFL Record and Fact Book 2014 is a must for every football fan. This popular reference book is jam-packed with all the facts and figures a football fan would ever want, including all-time records, team rosters and schedules, past standings, Super Bowl results, and more. The NFL Record and Fact Book 2014 also includes a digest of NFL rules, team directories and active and career coaching records. It is the official record and fact book for the sports media covering the NFL.
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Church members joined Editor Eric Black in expressing their appreciation for their pastors. How can you show appreciation for yours?
10/20/2021 - By Eric Black / Editor
It’s a touchy question many don’t want to ask out loud and is answered best, not by default, but by being proactive.
10/13/2021 - By Eric Black / Editor
Until Oct. 5, the Southern Baptist Convention was only contemplating the horns of a dilemma. Now, the SBC is on the horns. There is peril and possibility.
10/06/2021 - By Eric Black / Editor
We don’t have to look far to see a lot of hurt in our world. Each of us will play a part in that hurt. What part will we play?
09/29/2021 - By Eric Black / Editor
Amid so much bad and troubling news, three glimpses of God’s joy and wonder shone in places we generally don’t expect to find it.
09/22/2021 - By Eric Black / Editor
Two recent tweets ignited the fire of principle. The two tweets seem disparate, but they converge at the point of Baptist principles.
09/15/2021 - By Eric Black / Editor
Chances are good you knew one of the more than 600,000 people COVID-19 has taken just in the United States. Chances are good you are mourning.
09/07/2021 - By Eric Black / Editor
SB1 does not prohibit churches from serving their communities, but clarifies ways to serve them more, to walk the extra mile.
09/01/2021 - By Eric Black / Editor
“Regardless of the circumstances leading refugees to reside among us, our task is to be obedient to what we know God expects of the church.”
08/25/2021 - By Eric Black / Editor
Editor Eric Black responds to the weight of these days—Afghanistan, Haiti, COVID-19 and resulting turmoil—with lament and a call to repent.
08/18/2021 - By Eric Black / Editor
“We know every child will start the school year with some level of trauma.” So, how will we respond? Hopefully with compassion and grace.
08/11/2021 - By Eric Black / Editor
Editor Eric Black calls for exercising personal responsibility for the good of health care workers and unvaccinated children.
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London, United Kingdom (PressExposure) January 10, 2012 -- Mechancial and electrical engineering consultant hurleypalmerflatt ( http://www.hurleypalmerflatt.com/ ) has expressed its delight at making the shortlist for the CIBSE Building Services Consultancy of the Year Award 2012.
The accolade is awarded to the building services consultancy that demonstrates best overall performance in designing and delivering inspirational and sustainable buildings. The winning consultancy will demonstrate their engagement in the design of projects where aesthetics, comfort, sustainability and commitment to client satisfaction are combined to produce buildings that please and satisfy users throughout the life of the building.
Judges will be looking for evidence of 'best practice' as well as commitment to achieving ever-improving building performance and reducing low carbon impacts:
Investment in the recruitment, training and development of staff; Processes to ensure the acquisition, development and transfer of knowledge and experience within the consultancy; Use of new technology and applications; innovative building techniques or processes; Environmental specification/purchasing policy; Low carbon and building performance accreditations; Encouraging clients to commit to exceed minimum standards for their projects; Evidence of client and occupant satisfaction with completed projects; Examples of applying the advice provided to clients within own business.
Winners will be announced at an awards ceremony which will take place on Wednesday 8 February at the Grosvenor House Hotel on Park Lane.
Hurleypalmerflatt recently opened new offices in Bangalore and Glasgow as it continues to deliver the mechanical and electrical engineering consultancy and associated services that ensure buildings deliver value today and in the future.
Learn more about hurleypalmerflatt at http://www.hurleypalmerflatt.com/
For 40 years hurleypalmerflatt has successfully delivered mechanical and electrical engineering consultancy and associated services that bring buildings to life.
The company's vision is to deliver world class sustainable solutions for the built environment. In doing this, LEED assessors hurleypalmerflatt aim to become the clear leader in the mission critical engineering market for global corporate organisations, a thought leader in energy management and sustainability and the provider of the highest standards in engineering design.


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Sweeping views into the blue are one of many sights to be embraced this summer, with Seaford offering walks that are perfect for a stroll by the beach, creek or wetlands.
Nestled behind the dunes is 50ha of coastal vegetation, discoverable via the 4.6km Seaford Foreshore Walking Trail not far from the Keast Park carpark or the Nepean Highway. Heading south, many of the off-shooting tracks lead to secluded sections of the bay beach; otherwise, upon reaching the Seaford Life Saving Club, you can walk along the recently rebuilt pier. Barbecue facilities are perfect for a packed picnic, but don’t forget to walk beneath The Hermitage, a Jacki Staude installation paying homage to an enigmatic hermit dying in 1917.
The Kananook Creek Trail is an alternative starting point when venturing to the foreshore, which when leaving Eel Race Rd only adds a kilometre as you take in the meandering Kananook Creek and, if fortunate, the sounds of vibrant rainbow lorikeets.
Swans, spoonbills, sandpipers and other soaring seabirds can be spied from Seaford Wetlands’ Austin Rd lookout, which is one sight of the Peninsula Link Trail that avid runners are taking in their stride. Heading 2.5km north is saddle-maker Harry Downs’ heritage homestead off Old Wells Rd, where a community farm is also springing to life thanks to Frankston City Council approval.
Frankston Mayor Kris Bolam said Seaford’s attractions were no longer a well-kept local secret. “Everyone is catching on to what locals have known for a long time – Seaford is one of the most beautiful coastal suburbs in Australia,” Cr Bolam said. “Its incredible beach, wetlands, walks, shops and restaurants provide endless opportunities to take in the scenery, get close to nature and relax. Council has worked closely with the community to restore the Downs Estate historical farmstead, which will provide another terrific option for residents and visitors to the area.”

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For the first time ever, one of our most globally valued physical commodities has fallen into negative prices. As cars and airplanes sit idle amidst the Coronavirus, the simple lack of demand of oil has caused its value to plummet. Here’s what this means for us everyday Australians:
Oil prices negative – What? How? Why?
It may seem like an unusual notion that the value of a physical commodity, like oil, can be classified now as having a ‘negative’ price. So, what does this actually mean? Well, as oil really has no use amidst the global COVID-19 pandemic with cars and airplanes sitting idle, the global supply of oil has by far exceeded its demand.
Host Andrew Baxter suggests that, as per the classic theory of economics, as supply surpasses demand (and in this case, it has by a long shot), prices for goods fall. In the case of oil, there is simply so much of it in the world that there is no place to store it. Those who hold large quantities of oil are paying other people to take it off their hands, resulting in the price dropping so much that the cost of producing it exceeds its market value.
Saudi Arabia vs. Russia
Pre-coronavirus, Saudi Arabia and Russia decided that they wanted to secure market share for oil by pumping well in excess amounts to do so. Their focus was on securing various distribution channels and maintaining their powerful status’ as the lowest cost producers of oil around the world. Such oversupply would normally cause a slight drop in fuel prices to be absorbed by people like us at the bowser. However, given the anything but normal circumstances the current world is in, there simply is no demand for all this oil, and it has caused prices to literally plummet. Funnily enough, this is the first this has ever happened in history, ever!
The knock-on effects
Firstly, speaking for oil producers, as its costing these guys more to get the stuff out of the ground than what they can sell it for – production of oil has pretty much come to a halt. OPEC (Oils government) and Russia have even agreed to cut oil production by 500,000 barrels per day for the first quarter of 2020.
Thinking more laterally with this, taking Boeing (NYSE: BA) for example – here’s a company that was already having issues when some of its aircrafts started falling out of the sky – now, with no way to be flying in the first place, this company will surely suffer into the future.
Secondly, thinking of the electric car space and company’s like Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) who rely on environmentally minded people to spend large on their vehicles, in a struggling economy where people are simply trying to survive, one would expect this to have quite the effect on the company’s sales moving into the next quarter. Plus, why would you buy a Tesla when it’s so cheap to fill up your car? Food for thought.
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How to make money on oil
Let’s make this clear – trading Oil futures, for example, is the big boys end of town and for the unschooled investor you will probably find yourself wiped out in just half a session. This is a place where host Andrew Baxter has traded for years but recommends playing it safer where it’s not as cutthroat for the majority of investors.
Some of the other places that are softer are things like Oil ETF’s or CFD’s. With these types of financial instruments, you can simply trade your view based on whether you think oil prices are going to rise or fall however not take the leveraged risk that futures contracts present (reach out to Andrews team to see how you can do this. Ultimately, opportunities like negative oil prices don’t arise too often – now is the time educated investors should pull the trigger to start making the most of what’s going on. The moral of the story – think laterally.


Nikon Coolpix 990
Several other camera manufacturers have introduced 3.3 megapixel cameras and now Nikon joins the group with the Coolpix 990. If you’ve used or seen the Coolpix 950, the 990 will look and behave the same except it has a 3.34 megapixel count. Just upping a pixel count doesn’t necessarily make a better camera, but Nikon’s engineers did a great job of retaining the popular features of the earlier models in the Coolpix line while increasing the capabilities of the 990 over the 950.
The Coolpix 990 is a fairly small, lightweight CompactFlash-based camera. The specifications are impressive and there’s no reason why every digital photographer and many film professionals will not find the Coolpix 990 a perfect fit in a camera bag. At 13 ounces, it’s not a heavy camera to carry. As you’ll see there’s a lot to like in this camera and very few nits to pick. It’s a solid five out of five.
The Coolpix 990 comes with only a 16MB CompactFlash memory card but you can add any of the CompactFlash cards up to 96MB (including Lexar’s 4X versions). At the highest resolution you’re not going to cram too many shots onto a 16MB card (one picture only, in fact!) but at the Fine resolution mode you will get ten shots, while Normal mode stores about twenty on the 16MB card. Moving to Basic mode gives you 40 shots on the 16MB card. The highest resolution mode is stored in a TIFF file at 2048x1536 with no compression at all. The output is stunning, but you’d better be sure of your single shot!
Battery life with four AA cells was just over an hour with the rear LCD in constant use. If you use the LCD sparingly (for quick composing and previewing) you’ll extend the battery life somewhat, but we never did get more than four hours from a set of batteries. Take lots of spare batteries with you on extended photo shoots! An optional AC adapter is available if you can use the camera tethered.
The real LCD is brighter and more detailed than the LCD on the Coolpix 950, offering a good look at the subject even in direct sunshine. The viewfinder is acceptable but doesn’t offer the direct feedback the LCD screen provides. Further, the viewfinder has only about 85% frame coverage, which means you’ll be guessing about the edges of your photos if you use the viewfinder. The LCD is better with almost 97% frame coverage.
One of the buzzwords Nikon must have had in mind when developing the Coolpix 990 is flexibility. There’s a lot of “big camera” features on the 990, some reminiscent of the much more expensive D1. For example, focus can be continuous, single (at time of clicking) or manual. Exposure metering is selected from one of four modes including spot. Exposure control can be fully automatic, shutter priority, aperture priority, or manual. Automatic bracketing is supported, which is a nice feature to have in some shooting conditions. You can also perform in-camera exposure compensation over a couple of stops range.
There’s lots of little customizable details with the Coolpix 990 (most of which many users will never touch). An auto-shutoff feature can be set for any length of time, for example, and there’s two autotimer modes (3 and 10 seconds). White balance can be varied over a useful range, although few digital photographers bother with these controls.
There are several capture modes ranging from single shot to continuous, as well as a Movie mode that provides 40 seconds of images on a CompactFlash card. There are also two multi-shot continuous modes of varying qualities.
Flash and Zoom
The internal flash is small, rated at a Guide Number of 30 at ISO 100. This works for close-up shots and fill flash, but won’t give much coverage beyond a few feet. The camera can be synced to most SpeedLights and other flash systems. We tested it with a SpeedLight SS 24 and a big Metz flash gun with complete success. In fact, up to five off-camera flashes can be directly controlled by the Coolpix 990, but it’s unlikely you’ll go that far with this camera. One camera setting, AnyTime flash, adds the correct amount of flash to fill as needed and will often save marginal shots from deletion. Red eye reduction is also available. Naturally, using the flash depletes the four AA batteries quickly.
The lens on the Coolpix 990 is a glass sandwich with aspherical correction and a coating applied. The lens performed well in resolution tests although was a slight aberration at the extreme edges of our test unit (unlikely to be noticeable in normal use even at Fine resolution modes). The zoom range of the lens is 8 to 24mm (equivalent to about 35 to 110mm with a 35mm camera). The range gives you good coverage for panoramic as well as portrait shots, but won’t provide good close-ups of distant objects. Optional Coolpix add-on lenses are fully supported including fish-eye and telephoto (obviously at additional cost).
The little things
The Coolpix 990 includes a Lexar USB JumpShot connector for downloading photos to a computer. This is by far a much faster and convenient method of moving images around than connecting the camera directly. The Lexar system makes the CompactFlash card appear as a removable drive to your computer. Nikon is also bundling some image editing software with the Coolpix 990, although our early evaluation unit was missing the CD-ROM.
The supplied documentation does of good job of explaining the features of the camera, and for those who don’t read manuals there are Fast Track Guides for getting the camera set up and functioning in a few minutes.
The Nikon Coolpix 990 is an excellent 3.3 megapixel camera combining lots of adjustability for the more advanced photographer as well as simple point-and-shoot capabilities for those who don’t want to bother with the details. The image quality is excellent, and the wide pixel count allows you to crop and adjust photos in your computer for the best image without suffering pixellation. The Coolpix 990 is the best of the new 3.3 megapixel cameras we’ve tested.


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Different applications demand different solutions. WAGO offers the widest range of PCB terminal blocks and pluggable connectors for these. For example, the various spring pressure connection technologies allow you to meet your challenges in drive and controller technology or lighting industry quite easily.
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Edie Campbell, the British model, has recently been getting a lot of attention in the fashion industry and she has just been involved in a new campaign for FullCircle. Previously, she was modelling for Burberry and she has a charm and beauty that seems almost effortless.
It was her casting for British Vogue by Mario Testino that brought her to people’s attention and this started in people’s minds her association with artistic style and elegance.
She models for numerous fashion companies including Marc Jacobs, Burberry, Anya Hindmarch and, just recently, FullCircle. She is also currently studying art history and enjoys such interests as horse racing.
Many from the fashion world are thinking that she is going to be a model that people see more of in coming years. The new advertising campaign from FullCircle is focused on femininity and utilises a lot of delicate fabrics.
There are touches of floral inspiration in the clothing and these are often combined with unusual Japanese prints. They are mostly in muted tones and one of the most interesting pieces of clothing features a design of a bird that has been sketched by hand. The new range certainly has a great sense of summer about it.

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Most valuable players in the Premier League Tue, June 6, 2017
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N’Golo Kante (Chelsea) – £34m
Premier League stars are always going to be the centre of intense transfer speculation with Alexis Sanchez, Mesut Ozil and Romelu Lukaku among the ones to watch this summer.
Each player would command a mammoth fee, particularly with the market on the rise, but how much are the Premier League's elite really worth?
Transfermarkt have calculated the most valuable top flight players with some surprising figures quoted and several stars being touted to move for more than double.
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How to visit us?
Coming from the North (Paris, Lyon):
Leave the Autoroute du Soleil (A7) at the Avignon Nord exit (23)
Take the D942, direction Carpentras
Turn right towards Vedène and St-Saturnin d'Avignon (D6)
In St-Saturnin, turn left on the D28, towards Pernes-les-Fontaines
Go through Pernes-les-Fontaines, follow the D28 towards St-Didier
Take the D121, direction La Roque-sur-Pernes
Go up to the crossroads D210 x D57
Take the D57 to the right, direction Saumane
After 1 km, turn left to take the Chemin de la Grange Neuve for 500 meters.
Coming from the South (Aix, Marseille):
Leave the motorway either at the Cavaillon exit (25) or at the Avignon Sud exit (24)
Head towards Isle-sur-la-Sorgue
Take in the city, direction Fontaine-de-Vaucluse (D25)
At the first crossroads, take the D175 towards Saumane
Always follow the D57 towards La Roque-sur-Pernes
5 km from Saumane, after the summit, turn right onto Chemin de la Grange Neuve for 500 meters.
Coming by train:
Carpentras train station is 13 kilometers from our establishment, or 20 minutes by car.

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Razer, a gaming equipment brand company, announced a partnership with Shrapnel, a shooting chain game on Avalanche. The details of the partnership are currently unclear.
Shrapnel will build a moddable 3A-level FPS game built with blockchain technology. In April, Shrapnel completed a $7 million financing through a token sale, with participating investors including Dragonfly Capital, Three Arrows Capital, etc.
Neon, the studio that developed Shrapnel, closed a $10.5 million round in November 2021 led by Griffin Gaming Partners and Polychain Capital.


Papua New Guinea v France
Craven Park, Hull
Sunday October 27, 4pm (local time)
Monday October 28, 2.30am (NSW); 1.30am (Qld)
Rugby league is Papua New Guinea's national sport and the Kumuls will be keen to get their World Cup campaign off to the right start against France.
They've been starved of World Cup success of late after being cruelly drawn in a group against powerhouses Australia, New Zealand and England in the 2008 tournament. Their best performance at a Cup came eight years earlier when the Kumuls advanced to the quarter-finals after going through their group undefeated.
A repeat of that feat is unlikely this time around, with the Kiwis and Samoa standing in their way, but the French look to be ripe for the picking after being shocked 22-18 by the USA in their warm-up match last week.
The Kumuls have lost star hooker James Segeyaro to injury, but have a more than capable replacement in the form of former Panther and Shark Paul Aiton.
Watch Out France: Papua New Guinea's strength is where it matters – through the spine. Their attack will come through the spark of Aiton at hooker, North Queensland's Ray Thompson in the halves and Gold Coast speedster David Mead at fullback, with captain Neville Costigan anchoring the forward pack at lock. They've also got one of the best brains trusts in the business, with national legend Adrian Lam coaching the side and assisted by record-breaking Maroons mentor Mal Meninga.
Papua New Guinea's physical nature could also prove too much for the French, who were thumped by the stronger Fiji and Samoan sides at the 2008 World Cup.
Watch Out Papua New Guinea: French five-eighth Thomas Bosc is the team's attacking star, while retiring Cowboys utility back Clint Greenshields has bags of experience and will be a constant threat from fullback.
France's best asset is their cohesion – 16 of their 24-man squad are club teammates at the Catalans Dragons, while Greenshields played alongside many of them in his time at the club between 2007 and 2012. That familiarity should be a real strength for the French in a tournament when other teams will still be fine-tuning their combinations in the first round of matches.
Key Match-Up: David Mead v Clint Greenshields. The battle of the fullbacks pits a young natural finisher against an experienced veteran who made his first-grade debut almost a decade ago. Mead has performed miracles on the right wing for the Gold Coast Titans but will have a larger role as the Kumuls' custodian, continuing in the kind of roaming role he played in William Zillman's absence for the late part of the 2013 season for the Titans. Greenshields scored three tries in his six games at fullback for the Cowboys this season when filling in for the injured Matt Bowen, and his running game will be one of France's best weapons in breaching Papua New Guinea's defence.
Televised: Live – 7mate at 2:30am (NSW); 1.30am (Qld)
The Way We See It: France's loss to the USA rings alarm bells for a team that has plenty of home-grown talent but doesn't possess much in the way of NRL-quality players. The Kumuls on the other hand have key players in key positions. Ray Thompson's experience playing alongside arguably the world's best playmaker Johnathan Thurston all season should serve him well at this tournament, and with Lam and Meninga pulling the strings Papua New Guinea should get the points here. The Kumuls to win by 12 points.


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Julianne will motivate you to dance the Cha Cha, Jive, and Paso Doble with her in this fun and effective workout--no partner needed! These fat-burning moves are carefully choreographed to keep your heart rate up and help you dance your way into fabulous shape. Both DVDs include a bonus one-on-one personal dance lesson with Julianne.
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Welcome to the unique world of Pickup Truck Toilets – where creativity and design converge to create innovative and uniquely shaped sanitation solutions. Have you ever dreamt of zooming into the fast lane while… well, sitting on the throne? Buckle up, because the latest trend in bathroom decor is about to take you on a wild ride. We’re talking toilets shaped like various vehicles, from racy race cars to monstrous monster trucks, and even the iconic DeLorean. Perfect for the little speedster in your family, the man cave that has everything, or just for those with a need for speed (and a love for quirky bathroom fixtures). Imagine a toilet that’s not just a toilet, but a statement piece. You could be doing your business on a sleek motorcycle-inspired commode or feeling like a race car driver in a toilet that looks like it’s straight off the NASCAR track. And for those who prefer something more rugged, how about a monster truck that’s ready to roll? The level of detail on these porcelain powerhouses is astonishing. With glossy, satin finishes and a mildew-resistant additive, they’re not just fun, they’re functional and fabulous. No need to fumble for the light switch at night. Some of these vehicular toilets come equipped with working headlights! That’s right, now you can steer your way to the toilet in the dark, guided by the soft glow of headlights. And let’s not forget about the variety of colors. Whether you want classic black, fiery red, or even a custom paint job, there’s a hue for every high-speed hankering.
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The Rise of Pickup Truck Toilets
The Evolution of Bathroom Decor
Bathrooms have come a long way from being purely functional spaces. In recent years, they have become an extension of personal style and home design. From intricate tile patterns to luxurious fixtures, homeowners are always looking for ways to make their bathrooms stand out. And now, the latest craze in bathroom decor is taking things to a whole new level – toilets shaped like pickup trucks.
The idea of incorporating vehicles into home design is not entirely new. Car enthusiasts have been known to use car parts as furniture or even turn entire cars into unique pieces for their homes. But the trend of using vehicles as inspiration for bathroom fixtures has taken off in recent years, with pickup truck toilets leading the pack.
Read more: Harley Davidson Toilet
The Appeal of Pickup Truck Toilets
So, what makes these toilets so appealing? For starters, they are a fun and quirky addition to any bathroom. They add a touch of personality and playfulness to an otherwise mundane space. Plus, they are a great conversation starter for guests who use your bathroom.
But beyond the novelty factor, there is also a sense of nostalgia attached to these toilets. Many people have fond memories of playing with toy trucks as children or riding in the back of a pickup truck on a summer day. These toilets bring those memories to life in a unique and unexpected way.
Unique Design of Pickup Truck Toilets
In the world of bathroom design, a novel and unique design is garnering attention, the camper van toilet. This creative concept offers not only practicality but also a unique aesthetic focal point for living spaces.
The primary highlight of the camper van toilet lies in its distinctive design. Instead of conventional walls and doors, this toilet is shaped like an actual camper van, complete with details like a hood, tires, headlights, and even a license plate. The seamless integration of a fully functional toilet with the charming appearance of a camper van creates a perfect blend, offering excitement and novelty to users.
Beyond its unique design, the camper van toilet is equipped with modern and intelligent amenities. Inside, it features all the essential sanitary ware, including a toilet bowl, sink, mirror, shower, and more. These fixtures boast a sleek and contemporary design, complementing the overall aesthetic of the toilet.
The allure of the camper van toilet extends beyond its unique design and modern amenities to its practicality. With its compact design and easy mobility, this toilet suits various spaces, from tiny homes to outdoor campsites. This versatility makes the camper van toilet an ideal choice for those seeking convenience and a unique personal hygiene space.
With its remarkable design, amenities, and versatility, the camper van toilet stands as an excellent option for those seeking creativity and uniqueness in bathroom design. The harmonious blend of practicality and aesthetics transforms this toilet from a mere sanitary facility into a distinctive focal point within your living space.
Benefits of Pickup Truck Toilet Designs
Pickup truck toilets are a great way to add a touch of creativity to your bathroom. They come in a variety of shapes and sizes, so you’re sure to find one that matches your style. They’re also often made from unique materials, such as wood or metal, which gives them a one-of-a-kind look.
Pickup truck toilets aren’t just; they’re also highly functional. They often come equipped with a variety of features, such as heated seats, bidets, and water-saving flush systems. They’re also typically larger than standard toilets, giving you more room to sit.
Pickup truck toilets can also be considered works of art. They’re often designed with intricate details and made from high-quality materials. They’re also often displayed in prominent locations in the bathroom, making them a focal point that’s sure to catch everyone’s eye.
If you’re looking for a way to add a touch of creativity, functionality, and art to your bathroom, a pickup truck toilet is definitely worth considering. They’re not just a place to sit; they’re a true work of art.
The Different Types of Pickup Truck Toilets
From Classic Pickups to Modern Monsters
When it comes to pickup truck toilets, there is no shortage of options. From classic models to modern monsters, there is something for every taste and style. Here are some of the most popular types of pickup truck toilets on the market:
|These toilets are modeled after vintage pickup trucks, with rounded edges and a retro feel. They often come in classic colors such as black, white, or red.
|For those who prefer something more rugged and bold, monster truck toilets are the way to go. With oversized tires and a lifted design, these toilets are sure to make a statement.
|Perfect for the speed demon in your life, race car toilets are designed to look like they just came off the track. They often come in bright colors and have racing stripes for added authenticity.
|Fans of the iconic movie “Back to the Future” will love the DeLorean-inspired toilet. With its sleek silver design and gull-wing doors, this toilet is a true conversation starter.
Read more: Hanging Dinosaur Loungers
The Pros and Cons of Pickup Truck Toilets
Is It Worth the Investment?
As with any home decor trend, there are both pros and cons to consider before jumping on the bandwagon. Here are some of the advantages and disadvantages of having a pickup truck toilet in your bathroom:
|Unique and eye-catching
|May not fit in with traditional or minimalist bathroom designs
|Adds personality to the space
|Can be expensive compared to regular toilets
|Fun and playful
|May not appeal to everyone’s taste
|Durable and easy to clean
|Limited options for customization
While pickup truck toilets may not be for everyone, they are undoubtedly a fun and unique addition to any bathroom. They can add a touch of whimsy and nostalgia to your space and make it stand out from the rest.
The Future of Pickup Truck Toilets
What’s Next for Bathroom Decor?
As with any trend, it’s hard to predict how long the popularity of pickup truck toilets will last. But one thing is for sure – they have opened the door for more creative and unconventional bathroom fixtures. Who knows what we’ll see next? Perhaps toilets shaped like airplanes or boats? The possibilities are endless.
But for now, if you’re looking to add a bit of fun and quirkiness to your bathroom, a pickup truck toilet might just be the perfect choice.
Toilets shaped like pickup trucks may seem like a strange concept at first, but they have quickly gained popularity in the world of home decor. These unique and playful fixtures add a touch of personality and nostalgia to any bathroom. With various designs and colors to choose from, there is something for every style and taste. While they may not be for everyone, pickup truck toilets are a fun and unexpected way to spice up your bathroom and make it truly one-of-a-kind. So, buckle up and get ready to take your bathroom decor to the fast lane with a pickup truck toilet


After introducing in Japan a Nismo-tuned version of the LEAF, Nissan is now announcing that a LEAF Aero Style in Dark Metal Grey will launch in Japan next month.
Nismo Spec 2013 Nissan LEAF
LEAF Aero Style, which is a special version with a sportier shape that "offers a special feel and enhanced attractiveness," will officially debut later this month at the 2013 Tokyo Motor Show.
This is not a concept. Sales of the LEAF Aero Style in Japan will start sometime in December.
There's no word from Nissan on changes in drivetrain or battery, which indicates to us that performance will be close to the same of the standard LEAF.
"Nissan LEAF Aero Style is a new model offering a special feel with an enhanced appearance created by the addition of stylish exterior parts. The car has stylish aero form design provided by exclusively designed front bumper with built-in dedicated LED daytime running lights, side sill protector and rear under-protector. Additionally, this model is equipped with dedicated 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels with a special blue accent color to offer a unique feel."
Executive Vice President Takao Katagiri, responsible for Nissan's global sales and domestic sales and marketing, stated:
"Since the release of the Nissan LEAF in the year 2010, Nissan has brought no tailpipe emissions, pure electric vehicles to the general public, and in the process, contributed to a cleaner and more efficient society. The car's popularity has been extraordinary, with global sales already reaching 83,000 units (TBC) and counting. We hope you look forward to the introduction of the Nissan LEAF Aero Style that will retain all the important virtues of the cutting-edge LEAF, but adds a high level of excitement that will surely satisfy all of our customers."


Lights, camera, action: The Golden Globes take place Sunday in The Beverly Hilton's International Ballroom.
Roll out the red carpet: The 70th annual Golden Globes is kicking off this years’ awards season with a bang this Sunday, January 13th, at one of Oyster’s favorite hotels. The Beverly Hilton has played host to Hollywood’s favorite awards night since 1961 — and with good reason. This 569-room bastion of Hollywood glamour oozes luxury, but at prices that won’t bust the budgets of fans looking to sneak a peak at their favorite nominees (if they can snag a room, of course). And this year’s crop of acclaimed actors and actresses is seriously stalker-worthy. Helen Mirren, Ben Affleck, Meryl Streep (obviously — the woman is still the leader in number of Golden Globes ever won), Steve Buscemi, and Zoey Deshanel are just a handful of the lucky few to garner praise from the Hollywood Foreign Press this time around. And the show’s new hosts, Amy Poehler and Tina Fey, seem ready to lead all of them through a night of celeb-studded hilarity — something tells us even the Dowager Countess won’t be able to suppress a smile at their antics.
And, thanks to Oyster, you might be able to get in on the laughs as well. Whether you’re looking to crash a pre-party awards campaign à la Weinstein & Co. or are dreaming about after-party shenanigans, we’ve got the low down on the best Beverly Hills hotels to rub shoulders with the stars. Check out the details here »
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We’re so excited — Halloween is just a couple of weeks away! And we here at Oyster love celebrating the holiday. Creepy costume stores have begun to pop up on every corner, and pumpkins and spine-chilling decorations are starting to appear on stairways, doors and windows.
We Most people already know what they will be wearing, but where they will be showing off their costumes may be more of a last-minute decision (and with so many options, it’s never an easy one). So here’s some advice: With tons of space and on-site party planners, hotels often host some of the most devilish (in a good way!) Halloween parties around. Check out some of the coolest ones scheduled for Halloween 2012 and buy your tickets before they’re sold out!
Stay, New York City
The Aspen Social Club Lounge will take center stage at the hotel's party.
The Stay’s Lodge of Horror Halloween Bash is not only one of the most entertaining parties in the city, but at $10 for general admission, it’s also a steal. Tickets include a one-hour vodka open bar from 10 to 11 p.m., and a DJ performance from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m. Those looking to splurge can get bottle packages ranging from $315 for four general admission tickets plus a bottle of Grey Goose vodka, to $1,745, which includes 15 tickets, five bottles of Grey Goose and two bottles of Moet Champagne.
The rooftop lounge at The Drake Hotel is an ideal wedding venue for a rock & roll couple.
Rocker brides and grooms, get ready: We’ve found just the venue for your upcoming nuptials. Located in Toronto’s funky Art and Design District, The Drake Hotel is known for its edgy vibe befitting the neighborhood. Its 19 rooms each have their own hip style with modern touches — including Malin + Goetz toiletries, flat-screen TVs, and iPod docks — and each comes with a “pleasure menu” that adventurous newlyweds (or “lucky” bridesmaids) might enjoy. And perhaps the biggest draw for hard-partying couples and their entourage is the hotel’s popular nightclub, The Drake Underground, where a flash of your room key lets you skip the line, and the bass pumps into the wee hours: Beauty rest before the big day is better gotten elsewhere…but that’s overrated, right?
At The Drake, you will also be in walking distance of parks, museums, and shopping, so anything you might need for the big day is close at hand. Not that you’ll have to worry about much. The staff at The Drake is known as much for their attentive service as for their partyin’ lifestyle. And they’re not all about Rock & Roll receptions (though those hosted in the Underground are known to be legendary). The rooftop lounge, Sky Yard, has seen its fair share of classic outdoor ceremonies, for those looking for a more traditional wedding with just a hint of edge (perhaps to satisfy a certain overbearing mother-in-law — not that we’re naming any names). And the hotel will gladly take care of all décor and catering details, offering custom bake sale options and fresh flowers. So if you like to party and want a non-traditional locale, The Drake Hotel is a rockin’ choice. Check out more wedding-inspired photos of the hotel here »
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The times, oh they are a-changing. Credit: iStockPhoto
Amsterdam is one of Europe’s most celebrated cultural centers thanks to dozens of museums, picturesque canals, and an overall friendly atmosphere. But the city is also known for its Red Light district — filled with XXX-type entertainment — and its lax stance on marijuana. With more than 200 legal dispensaries, Amsterdam uses these laid-back laws as a means of subduing the black market drug trade and keeping crime rates low – keeping things soooo mellow, if you will. But this coming January, The Netherlands will vote on whether or not non-natives can buy pot at their infamous “brown cafes.” To locals, the initiative would mean residents would have to register as “users,” which would then be verified by a dispensary owner. But since we’re not Dutch, we figured we needed to pack our bags ASAP while we can still get legally stoned. After scrounging the city, we found some of the best cafes — plus hotels where you can rest your head — in Europe’s Hemp Heaven.
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Yesterday we showed off six bumping-but-kinda-gross pool parties that are ripe for participation — and today, we’ve got six more. While we may not be sweating as much as yesterday, we’re still thinking about putting on our bikini, grabbing a frozen drink, and letting loose at one of these raunchy fests. Pick your favorite hotel, then tell us in the comments section below why you wanna get wet and wild there now!
Moorea Beach Club Pool at THEHotel at Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas
Moore Pool at the Mandalay Bay's sexy sister property, THEHotel, offers a raucous good time.
Although we just heard from our friends at HotelChatter that THEHotel at Mandalay Bay will be converted into a Delano property, for now it remains the sleek, urban sophisticate sister to its giant Vegas sibling, the Mandalay Bay. And even though you’ll have access to the Mandalay Bay’s pools at THEHotel, we recommend staying on-site for a raging good time at the Moorea Beach Pool. Rent a sexy daybed, lay topless, and even have poolside spa services upon request. While entry prices are steeper — $10 for women; $50 for men — you can’t really put a price on nudity, can you?
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You guys, it is hot outside. I’m talking seriously steaming. (Has anyone tried to fry an egg on the sidewalk yet?) And nothing cools us off quite like a dip in the pool, amirite? And even though swimming means your hair may look subpar, your cohorts will likely forget if you’re attending one of these wet and wild hotel pool parties. So before summer slips through your fingers, take an end-of-the-season vacay and get your party hats on — and perhaps your top off.
Rehab Sundays at the Hard Rock Hotel, Las Vegas
Sunday Rehab Pool Party at Hard Rock Hotel, Las Vegas
If there were only one infamous pool party, it would have to be the Sunday Rehab affair held at the Hard Rock Hotel — nine years in the making, this wet fest features oil-slathered tan bodies, a scantily-clad waitstaff and what we imagine are tons of bodily fluids floating around those waters. (TMI? But we’ve seen them exchanged.) The grotto pool features two sandy beaches and will cost you a pretty penny for entrance alone: $100 for the boys, $50 for the girls. Staying at the Hard Rock? You’re in for free — but don’t think that doesn’t mean you won’t have to wait in the (oftentimes quite long) entrance line. But once you’re in, the party is known to bring in renowned DJs from across the globe including Tiesto (who kicked off the party’s 2012 season), Paul Oakenfold, and Bad Boy Bill.
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Are you tuning in to the opening ceremonies?
It may seem like all they do is train, train, and train some more, but Olympians have to sleep at some point. And when they do, they often crash at some of the nicest hotels around the world. We here at Oyster have found out where some of our favorite (and one of our not-so-favorite) Olympians — past and present — have rested their heads when on the road. In honor of the games’ opening ceremony, beginning tonight at 7:30 p.m. EDT on NBC (check your local listings for stations), get inspired by photos of the incredible hotels where Olympians have slept, celebrated, and even thrown a few punches!
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Visiting London for the Olympics is all about watching in awe as the world’s top athletes compete — and simultaneously zoning out the crowds, because you certainly won’t be the only person hopping across the pond to cheer for your country. Over half a million spectators are expected at the games this summer, and you know what that means: There’s bound to be a celebrity or two in the crowd. So if you don’t mind having your eye wander off the events just a bit, you may have a star sighting. How do you increase your chances of running into a celeb in the flesh? Stay at a hotel frequented by them, of course. We’ve found four of the best London hotels for the best chance of gawking at your favorite stars. And even if you don’t spot one on your visit, you can at least say you’ve stayed at a hotel with a celebrity’s stamp of approval.
Previous Celebrity Guests: Madonna, Leonardo DiCaprio, Jim Carrey, Kanye West
The Lanesborough Suite at The Lanesborough, a St. Regis Hotel
Why They Love It: The Lanesborough is a luxurious property overlooking Hyde Park in Knightsbridge. The 93 rooms have palatial bathrooms, big flat-screen TVs, and free butler service. Stately decor is inspired by the early 19th century, and free Wi-Fi and laptops are available in every room. Hotel highlights include fine dining at the Michelin-rated restaurant Apsleys, a ground floor piano bar, and traditional afternoon tea, but celebs really love this spot’s discretion: Stars are often put up in the Royal Suite, which has an undisclosed location within the hotel. Even very few Lanesborough employees know where to find it in order to ensure the utmost privacy.
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Deluxe Room at the Shutters On The Beach; Santa Monica, CA
1. FACT OR FAKEOUT? The beach bags designed by Kate Spade for the Shutters On The Beach costs the same as spending a night in a Deluxe Room in the hotel.
2. FACT OR FAKEOUT? The building that now houses the W New York Times Square used to be a popular nightclub in the 90s, especially for its Sunday drag parties.
3. FACT OR FAKEOUT? The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas has decided to stop offering valet parking after receiving hundreds of complaints about long waits.
4. FACT OR FAKEOUT? The Palais Namaskar in Morocco has a private jet that can be rented to fly from any airport in the world directly to Marrakech, where the hotel is located.
5. FACT OR FAKEOUT? All Hyatt hotels in North America will introduce a healthy kids’ menu designed by children ages 5 to 12.
Check out the answers now!
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The Best Road Trips is a weekly summer series highlighting our favorite getaways from major cities all over the United States.
Los Angeles is awesome whichever way you look at it. Despite its reputation of having few attractions for tourists and huge distances to cover to get to any of them, L.A. has plenty to offer with top-notch restaurants, world-class museums, a vibrant nightlife scene, and wonderful beaches that attract millions of visitors every year. But it’s good to take a break from all the buzz sometimes and head somewhere new, be it a more relaxed spot for some serious R&R, or the perfect stretch of sand for surfing. So whether you’re in town visiting and want to mix it up a bit, or you’re a resident and want to get away from it all, start packing and hit the road! We’ve got the perfect nearby spots that are just a short drive away.
Road Trip #1: Los Angeles to Orange County, CA
- Total Driving Time:1 hour
- Distance Covered:51 miles
- Take This Trip If: You’re ready for some pampering
It'a all about fun in the sun and easy living here in the O.C.
Don't you just want to take a dip in the Coliseum Pool at the Pelican Hill?
Have lunch with a view at the Montage Laguna Beach
Orange County is known for its well-heeled residents and high prices, but if you want to get some serious R&R, it’s the place to be. This string of uncrowded beaches is a good pick for families, but the area is popular among couples as well for its bucolic landscape and unparalleled sunsets. The beaches (and the waves) are definitely the main draw. If you’re planning a trip with the family, the ultra-luxe Pelican Hill is a wonderful choice. The property boasts two great golf courses, along with a plethora of other amenities, such as two gorgeous pools, a world-class spa, a fitness center, and a top-notch kids’ club. If it’s just you and your significant other, the Montage Laguna Beach is great for spending some quality time together. It offers an excellent spa, impeccable grounds, and beautiful rooms with breathtaking views.
- Top Driving Tip: The fastest and shortest way to get there is the Santa Ana Freeway, but if you’ve got some time to spare, Cabrillo Highway (SR 1) is the most scenic. Along the way you’ll see gorgeous beaches and rolling hills.
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Gibraltar’s department of the environment has launched the Rock’s first nature reserve website. According to the department, naturereserve.gi will enable visitors “to have complete control over their experience in Gibraltar pertaining to one of our greatest assets – the Gibraltar Nature Reserve, including the Upper Rock Nature Reserve. Whether they wish to see it by foot, private tour or bike they can tailor their visit to their individual desires, all from the comfort of their web-browsing devices.”
The website was officially launched by minister for the environment John Cortes, CEO Liesl Mesilio and senior environment officer Stephen Warr, who explained that the information presented to users “gives a broad yet concise understanding of the unique experience in Gibraltar – delving into our expansive flora and fauna, history and culture, and natural assets”.
The launch is part of the department’s ongoing post-COVID economic recovery plan, which will allow for the sale of online nature reserve tickets.
“As well as reaching out via this digital space, the department will be doubling up on the strength of this with a strong social media presence to promote the nature reserve and its further offerings.
“The website displays a strong emphasis on nature conservation, highlighting the extensive work that goes into maintaining the reserve, its wildlife and sites. It also embraces corporate social responsibility and offers the ability to help support this maintenance through ‘adopt an animal’ programs and corporate sponsorship partnerships.”
In January, the Gibraltar government also unveiled its vision for a greener city lifestyle that will enhance sustainable and healthy tourism.


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|They taste amazing!|
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- 1 cup of pumpkin puree (I used canned)
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil (they call for vegetable oil, but I always use this because it's usually what's in the house)
- 1 egg
Mix all of these ingredients together into a larger mixing bowl.
Then you'll need:
- 2 cups all-purpose white flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Here's where I started doing things really differently. I also added in 2 pinches each of ground clove and ground ginger because I really wanted that pumpkin pie taste.
You mix all of this together in a smaller mixing bowl. Then, you take a teaspoon of baking soda and a teaspoon of milk, dissolve the baking soda in the milk, and add that in (they didn't specify which bowl to add it to, so I put it in with the pumpkin).
Add the flour mixture in with the pumpkin and mix well. When that it is done thoroughly, add in 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract and 2 cups of semisweet chocolate chips.
I used milk chocolate chips, but I think semisweet will make it a little less sweet and will match the pumpkin better.
Put them on a covered baking sheet, and bake for 10-12 minutes!
Enjoy them with milk!


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Antony first presented his songs after-hours at the Pyramid Cocktail Lounge in NYC. After receiving a N.Y.F.A. fellowship for "performance art/emergent forms," Antony assembled the Johnsons and recorded his first album. Antony and the Johnsons have since performed at venues including the Bloomsbury theater, the Warhol Museum, the Wexner Center, Townhall, and Royce Hall. Recently, Antony has also performed solo at Carnegie Hall for Phillip Glass's Tibet House Benefit and with Hal WIllner at the Sydney Opera House. Antony sang on Lou Reed's albums The Raven and Animal Serenade and toured with Lou internationally in 2003. Antony appeared as an androgynous convict singing to a crowd of inmates in Steve Buscemi's film Animal Factory. He also appeared recently singing "I Fell in Love to a Dead Boy" to a crowd of empathetic Parisian transsexuals in Sebastien Lifshitz's latest film Wild Side. Antony was featured in the 2004 Whitney Biennial; he collaborated with Charles Atlas to stage a 3 night series at Saint Ann's Warehouse in NYC called "TURNING." A concert and live video installation, "TURNING" featured Antony and the Johnsons playing before a cast of 13 slowly revolving Beauties, whose images were simultaneously processed and projected onto a giant screen. Antony and the Johnsons' first recordings were released by David Tibet on his label, Durtro in the UK. In Summer 2004, Antony signed to the label Secretly Canadian, who rereleased the debut album as well as the new Antony and the Johnsons album "I Am a Bird Now" in February 2005. Antony is represented by Rough Trade in the UK and Scandinavia. Antony's "The Lake" was included on Devendra Banhart's Bastet compilation "The Golden Apples of the Sun."
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Leatherman's multi-tools are used in a wide range of activities, from camping to bike repair.
So the question arises: Why go through all this? All of Leatherman’s major competitors have moved at least part of their multi-tool production overseas, where labor costs are considerably less. Rather than spending the time and effort to re-jig the way the company runs its business, why not contract the work — or part of it, anyway — to a facility on the other side of the Pacific?
The answer is simple: Six years go, Jake Nichol made a promise, and a gambit.
In 2004, the company’s venerable founder and chairman, Tim Leatherman, came to a realization: He wasn’t very good at strategic planning. Leatherman had done a lot for his company. He invented the first multi-tool — first called “Mr. Crunch” and later “Pocket Survival Tool” — after a disastrous experience in a Fiat during a 1975 trip to Europe showed him that a simple pocketknife was not enough.
He and co-founder Steve Berliner filled the company’s first order in 1983, for 500 multi-tools to be sold in a Cabela’s catalog. He led the company through its exponential expansion, from those first 500 tools, to a company with 36 products selling millions of units annually in more than 85 countries around the world. The company now reports more than $80 million annually in gross revenues. It says that after a difficult 2008, revenue grew 18% during the past fiscal year.
But strategic planning was not his forte, Leatherman, 62, says now. “I thought we had a strategic plan, but the employees couldn’t recall the meetings,” he says. “Because there weren’t any.”
In 2004, at the company’s first strategic planning session, Leatherman was on the verge of stepping down from full-time duties at the company. He included in the plan a list of what he called the company’s “guiding principles.” Chief among them was a pledge to keep the company, and its manufacturing plant, in Portland for as long as possible.
Those principles became a kind of contract for the company’s next chief executive. If a candidate agreed to adhere to the plan, they’d talk. If not, there was nothing more to discuss.
Leatherman set up an interview with Nichol, who brought with him a quarter-century’s worth of experience of the tool industry, both at Stanley and at Danaher, the Washington, D.C.-based group that makes tools for Sears under the Craftsman brand. At Danaher, Leatherman says, Nichol was in much the same position, having to devise ways to make hand tools in the U.S. when many rivals had moved production elsewhere.
Nichol agreed to follow Leatherman’s principles — and to take the job. That agreement has shaped the way the company has operated ever since.
So the company’s disadvantage is a permanent one, at least as permanent as such things get. Nichol and Leatherman both say that the pledge to remain in Portland presents obvious challenges — balancing quality and cost, always fending off competitors that offer good concepts at often-lower prices.
But Nichol says the pledge has been a kind of blessing as well. The jobs the company provides in Portland are, in a way, its promise to the area, something Leatherman, a native Oregonian, cherishes. With the agreement between Leatherman and Nichol in place, those promises can be kept. Company executives tell employees, government leaders and suppliers that it’s going to stay here. It’s empowering, Nichol says.
“The empowering part of that is that there are no off-ramps,” he says. “There’s no ‘If this doesn’t work we’ll go do such and such.’ It’s really helped us build a clear business strategy.”
The endless battle against costs and inefficiencies continues. Two years ago, it was a plan to make a $30 multi-tool. That plan has come to fruition. But Nichol says every year comes with new plans, and with them, new ideas about how to squeeze waste from the company and new, faster, more efficient work habits to embrace. From Nichol down to the workers on the factory floor, it’s again time to stretch.


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The Hunter Valley Martial Arts Centre headquarters at Warners Bay was established in 1989, one of the first full-time martial arts centres in the region. The Warners Bay centre is the headquarters of the Australian Chitokai Karate Association. The training home of Kyoshi Brian Hayes and his team of Shihan; Sensei Sandy Hayes, Sensei Ash McKellar, Sensei Dr. Romany McGuffog, and Sensei Nathan Warn. Classes for all ages and abilities are held every day, as well as Okinawan traditional weaponry (Matayoshi Kobudo) for adults and children, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for men, women and children, and Hunter Fight Fit (fitness kickboxing) classes. We also have an extensive Pro-Shop so that our students and members of the public as well as instructors and students from other local martial arts schools, can buy their martial arts equipment locally.
We have staff at the front desk from 11am to 7pm on weekdays and 9am to 12pm on Saturdays.
Age specific classes include:
Minimites (3-4 years)
Kindymites (5-6 years)
Dynamites (6-9 years)
Dragons (9-14 years)
Adults (14+ years)
We also have Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Matayoshi Kobudo (Weapons) and Xtreme performance martial arts for children and adults.
For those looking for some extra fitness, there is our fantastic Fight Fit program which combines fitness kickboxing and effective self defence in a dynamic workout.
Come down and see our friendly staff and join our martial arts family today!