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Vis is fast gaining a reputation as a gourmet island. After spending a week here and gaining a few kilos I can certainly vouch for this. Vis also produces some of the country’s best known plavac (red) and vugava (white) wines.
But where to eat….here are a few of our favourite places to eat on Vis, the best island in Croatia.
Where to eat on Vis
Ask anyone in Vis about restaurants and Pojoda is always mentioned. It’s reputation is earned for its interpretation of local Vis cooking and its beautifully cooked fresh seafood. Nothing beats grilled fresh seafood and here Pojoda excels.
Škarpina or scorpion fish was our choice for the grill. The colour of this very sweet fish varies between a light red and a darker red depending on the depth of the water where it has come from. Other choices included sea bream, john dory or beautiful scampi.
Hidden in a garden setting in a corner of Kut, Pojoda is definitely one to try.
Ulica Don Cvjetka marasovića, Kut
Tel: 021 711575
Lola Konoba and Bar
For a completely different meal, head to Lola where gourmet food is served in a beautiful garden setting with the occasional glimpse of the sea. The young Croatian chef adds a touch of Spain to his dishes courtesy of his years living in Spain and his Spanish wife. The result is stunning.
My fish tower of two types of fish..hake and red snapper.. was served with a couscous salad and courgettes and tomato. My husband’s Spanish inspired seafood in rice was also excellent. Chunks of fresh fish and scampi in a tasty broth and well cooked rice reminded me of a version of paella.
True, this is not your typical dalmatian fare but after a while of travelling in Croatia, you will appreciate the very different menu.
Lola Konoba and Bar
Matije Gupca 12, Vis
Lola Web Site
Open from 6pm-12am
Some days you just feel like pizza and in Vis, the place to go is Karijola, overlooking the water between Kut and Luka. The wood fired pizza oven in the corner of the restaurant produces thin, crispy crusted pizza bases with a multitude of toppings. My favourite was the Pizza Karijola with tomato sauce, mozzarella, ham and rocket. Bookings can be made so request at table at the front if you can with the great view of the water.
Šetalište Viški boj 4
Tel: 021 711358
On our first visit to Vis, I learnt about travelling in high season the hard way. During our stay here we had watched the number of yachts moored in the harbour increase to the point where there were no more berths left but we still didn’t think there would be a problem with booking restaurants! Leaving the popular Kantun for the last night was not a good idea…they were fully booked!! Oh well. We’d have to come back next year.
And so we did. I must admit I was a bit disappointed. I didn’t realise you would have to mention that you were wanting fresh fish as well as when we arrived we were told it had all gone! The risotto was not good and my husband’s dish was mediocre. I still haven’t given up on the restaurant though. It is constantly mentioned as being very good for it’s fresh fish so I will give it one more try! If you have the fresh seafood here, please let me know how it is!
Ulica Biskupa Mihe Pušića 17, Vis
021 711 306
The boats are moored ten metres away from Gostiona Vis. Watch every one wandering along the promenade whilst enjoying a casual meal of local delicacies at this family restaurant. There’s not many tables outside, so book before you go for a drink! The owner will guide you to his recommendations and I must admit they were good. Because of the country’s closeness to Italy, risotto is on many Croatian menus. Some are well done, others not but his squid risotto was very tasty. Once again we opted for the grilled fish…you can’t go wrong with fresh seafood here!
No 35 on the waterfront, port end of Vis
In the centre of the island, surrounded by vineyards and olive groves you’ll find Roki’s. Roki’s is one of the major organisers of the island’s famous cricket match that takes place each year on the old, World War Two airstrip that is nearby. They are also known for their wines which you can try with dinner.
The reason to come to Roki’s is to have their peka…the typical Croatian dish that is slowly cooked under the bell or peka over coals.
The dish must be ordered the day prior or when you book. Choose from lamb, fish or octopus. When you arrive, you will be shown the where your dinner is cooking….there were 15 peka lids on the coals the night we were there but Mario mentioned that often has up to 22 to cook.
Roki’s is not the only Konoba on Vis to offer this style of cooking but it is the best we have eaten so far! An added bonus is that Roki’s will pick up up and drop you back to town.
Plisko Ploje 17
Tel: +385 98 303 483
Not far from Roki’s, is another restaurant specializing in cooking under the peka.
We popped in for lunch but they are only open in the evening. We had run out of nights to eat there so we’ll have to leave it for next time! The view over the vineyard looked lovely and the owners were very friendly. Please let me know if you visit.
Agroturizam Kod Magića
Vinogradarska 17, Vis
Tel: 091 8984859
I have already written about this fabulous restaurant on the beach at Stoncica when I wrote about the 4 of the best beaches on Vis
Situated on the waterfront, the restaurant here is the ideal place to relax having lunch after a morning at the beach. It’s very hard to beat the fresh seafood cooked on the open grill served with their famous potato!
Tel: 21 711 952
Restoran Senko at Mala Travna
Senko Karuza believes in slow food. In this tiny little bay on the southern side of the island, his dishes take time but they are worth the wait. Go for a swim between courses and spend a delightful afternoon relaxing in a beautiful bay.
We started with appetisers of local cheese with rock samphire, capers, olives, anchovies and fish pate followed by the most delicious fish soup and an equally tasty pasta e fagioli.
I could become addicted to the fish stew that was then served. Fish is often cooked this way on the islands. A brodetto is made by sweating garlic, oil and onion. Tomato is then added and sometimes a little wine and the fish is cooked in this sauce…needless to say the taste is exquisite.
We passed on the main course of grilled fish..the grill was not alight and we could see the day turning to night very easily!! Home made kroštule finished this fabulous lunch.
Tel: +385 98 352 5803
Back on the southern side of the island the next day, we ate at another small restaurant of the island of Veliki Budikovac owned by Andro Slavič. The bay here is one of the most beautiful to moor in. Stop by the restaurant and order lunch and then wander off to the other side for a swim. The vines on this small island produce a fabulous red that is served with lunch.
Simple starters of grilled aubergine and cherry tomato were served with a Vis speciality…a savoury pie with dough similar to focaccia, stuffed with onion and tomato.
When we arrived on the island we had been treated to a taste of fresh sardines just coming off the grill so we ordered these for our main course. Nothing beats freshly caught seafood cooked simply!
Grilled fish and lobster in brodo were some of the other dishes offered. Just check the price of the lobster as this is usually very expensive! The lamb peka looked excellent too but this had to be ordered the day before.
How to get to Veli Budikovac:Hire a boat, or drive to Rukavac and take the water taxi across. It’s worth the effort! Whilst you’re here, stop and have a look at the nearby green cave!
Veliki Budikovac, Vis
Tel: 091 7544069
Komiža: Konoba Bako
In the small fishing village of Komiža, three of the better restaurants in the town are next door to each other. We chose to eat at Konoba Bako. Situated on the northern side of bay, it has a beautiful view over the water and the village.
The restaurants are famous for their lobster and as this was our last night on the island, we decided to indulge. I popped inside to check the lobster swimming in the large fish tank in the floor of the restaurant before speaking to the chef toiling over the hot grill as to how it would be cooked. Simply cooked on the open grill, it was sweet and delicious!
With so many good restaurants on the island, it’s hard to try them all. We’ll definitely be going back to Vis, so I’d love to hear of any restaurants that you recommend
This is the third in a series that will give you a complete guide to Vis
Vis: The best Island In Croatia
4 of the Best Beaches on Vis
To come: What to do on Vis
Other articles you may enjoy:
Seven Weeks in Croatia: The Highlights
Skradin: Gateway to Krka National Park
The Croatian Island of Cres


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Let’s face it, pets are basically furry family members. It’s only natural to want to spoil, love, and provide the best life for your dog or cat. Whether you’re a new pet owner or a seasoned veteran, there are plenty of ways to find high-quality pet products that have the potential to enrich your pet’s life. Keep reading to explore three different ways to spoil your fur babies so you can rest easy knowing you’re contributing to them living the most satisfying life!
1. Find the most enjoyable treats and supplements.
Anyone with pets knows that sometimes, they can be picky. While some canines eat whatever is placed in front of their noses, others turn away from certain treats or foods for seemingly no reason at all. While some pets are straight-up picky, others have problems with their health that may affect their appetite.
For pets that deal with various health conditions like inflammation, chronic pain, seizures, and other conditions like arthritis, it may be hard for them to maintain a well-balanced appetite. In fact, CBD may help many advantages including neuropathic pain relief, anti-inflammatory properties, anti-anxiety, and alleviate nausea too. If this is the case with your furry friend, then it’s time to weigh your options and consider trying out some kind of CBD treat or CBD product that has the potential to benefit your dog’s health.
When searching for the best CBD for dogs, you want to make sure you’re choosing a CBD product that’s veterinarian-approved for potency and label accuracy since the CBD industry is so vast. As a dog owner, you’ll want to sift through these CBD oils and chews reviews so you get a good understanding of things like the overall quality of ingredients, GMO and organic hemp sourcing, various flavors, cost, customer feedback, dosage, and other important information you’d want as a conscious consumer so you get the best quality CBD for your pup.
As always, make sure to check in with your vet before giving your dog CBD. They’ll give you an idea for the right mg of CBD, and let you know if CBD chews, or droppers are a good addition to your dog’s needs.
2. Buy them great toys and homes.
What cat or dog doesn’t love a brand new toy? It’s fun buying your furry friends chew toys, laser pointers, ropes, and many other stimulating toys. If you’re really trying to spoil your canine or feline friend, then consider purchasing a pet subscription box so you get new toys that come straight to your door every single month. This way, they always have a toy to keep them busy and happy.
In addition to toys, cats specifically love having cat homes where they can rest, play, stretch, and scratch too. If you want the ultimate cat home, then you need to consider purchasing this incredible and affordable cat mansion. This cardboard cat home is perfect for cats who love to sleep and play. Plus, it’s made with double-walled cardboard, so it’s durable for the furriest and biggest of cats.
Another bonus is that this cat house has free shipping across the United States, so you don’t have to drop another bunch of money on those pesky extra costs. Instead, you’ll get a durable, scratchable, and stimulating cat mansion that your furry friend is sure to adore.
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Pet owners know that just like humans need check-ups, so do their pets. Vets are highly qualified trained professionals who are there to make sure your dog or cat is in the best shape. They do lab tests, give vaccinations, perform check-ups, consider your cat’s or dog’s weight, and provide medications to help in preventing and treating any possible health conditions.
Since veterinarians are highly educated when it comes to your beloved pets, part of your routine in spoiling your pet must be taking them for their visits. More notably, you should also be listening to the vet’s instructions to maintain your pet’s health.
For example, if your pet is overweight or has specific conditions, your vet may be able to suggest medications, cat or dog foods, therapies, or supplements and nutrients that may help them live their best life. This way, you can rest easy knowing your pet is happy, healthy, and most of all, spoiled.

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According to RealtyTrac, the number of 'Zombie Homes' - homes that are vacated and waiting in the legal foreclosure process by lenders - is down ten percent in Q2, 2015 from the same period last year.
"A growing number of states and cities have enacted public policy measures to combat the problem of zombie foreclosures, and we are seeing the results of those efforts in the overall decrease nationwide as well as in several hard-hit markets such as Chicago, Miami and Cleveland," said Daren Blomquist, vice president at RealtyTrac. "Still, as banks push through long-deferred foreclosures that are more likely to be owner-vacated this year, we are seeing a somewhat surprising increase in zombie foreclosures in markets with overall low foreclosure rates such as Los Angeles, Houston and Boston.
"The average estimated market value of an owner-vacated foreclosure is 22 percent below the average estimated market value of an owner-occupied foreclosure, indicating that it is in a foreclosing bank's best interest to have a home occupied during the foreclosure process and also demonstrating how these zombies are contributing to blight in neighborhoods across the country."
RealtyTrac reports the following key highlights:
127,021 owner-vacated zombie foreclosures as of the end of the second quarter, down 11 percent from previous quarter and down 10 percent from Q2 2014
Zombie foreclosures represented about one in five of the 527,047 U.S. properties in foreclosure
One in every 1,040 U.S. housing units is an owner-vacated zombie foreclosure
Zombies still increased in 91 of the 183 metropolitan statistical areas analyzed in the report
Major markets where the number of zombies increased from a year ago included New York (up 38 percent), Los Angeles (up 39 percent), Houston (38 percent), Philadelphia (up 19 percent), and Boston (up 14 percent).
Major markets where the number of zombies decreased from a year ago included Chicago (down 28 percent), Dallas (down 27 percent), Miami (down 46 percent), Atlanta (down 33 percent), and Phoenix (down 14 percent).
Nationwide one in every 1,040 total housing units was a zombie foreclosure
The highest zombie foreclosure rates among the 183 metro areas analyzed in the report were in Atlantic City, New Jersey (one in 130 housing units), Trenton, New Jersey (one in 166 housing units), Tampa, Florida (one in 218 housing units), Binghamton, New York (one in every 260 housing units), and Ocala, Florida (one in every 262 housing units).
Among the states the highest zombie foreclosure rates were in New Jersey (one in every 210 housing units), Florida (one in every 324 housing units), New York (one in every 476 housing units), Nevada (one in every 495 housing units), and Indiana (one in every 574 housing units).
The average market value of an owner-vacated zombie foreclosure in the second quarter was $195,856, 78 percent (or 22 percent below) the average market value of owner-occupied foreclosures ($251,236). Data at state and metro level available.
The average square footage of an owner-vacated zombie foreclosure in the second quarter was 1718, 92 percent of the average square footage of owner-occupied foreclosures (1873). Data at state and metro level available.
6 percent of all owner-vacated zombie foreclosures involved a homeowner who is deceased, compared to 3 percent of all owner-occupied foreclosures with a deceased homeowner.


Alt8 presents Body Beat
Terminal V Records welcomes Alt8 with a hefty techno single, Body Beat.
Alt8's "Body Beat" is a heady mix of classic, hard-hitting techno drums with dark industrial synths, a hypnotic, alluring repeated vocal, and a relentless groove. We've come to expect this intoxicating cocktail from the Irish artist, who has spent the last few years building a vast back catalog of recorded music on labels like Moments In Time, Kneaded Pains, Elements, and Terminal V Records.
Alt8 joins Scotland's Terminal V Records with his stern, heavyweight grooves as one of the UK's largest techno-led music festivals known for showcasing the sounds of artists like FJAAK, Patrick Topping, and Amelie Lens, its label division continues to push remarkable local and international electronic acts, having released singles from Edinburgh talent Franck and rising star Julian Muller since the imprint's launch this June.
Alt8 - Body Beat
Release Date 1st September 2023
Label Terminal V Records
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The Stillwater Public Library has received a health literacy grant from the Oklahoma Department of Libraries and the Institute of Museum and Library Services to provide programming to address ways to reduce stress.
Sign up for "Be Mindful," a 4-week, clinically proven, self-paced mindfulness-based cognitive therapy course that tracks your results. Learn practical approaches proven to reduce stress, anxiety, and fatigue. The course can also improve sleep quality and resilience.
The course takes place online via emails sent 2-3 times each week that include short instructional videos, activities to complete, and longer practice sessions on how to use mindfulness techniques for stress reduction.
The "Be Mindful" module was developed in response to the United Kingdom's National Health Service search for options to provide stress reduction assistance. It has been the subject of peer-reviewed studies and has been found to decrease stress. Read more in the press release.
Want to get a better idea about "Be Mindful"? Watch this short introduction video, or download this sample breathing exercise.
There are a limited number of spots available in the course and registration is required. Register here.
The course should not be considered as a medical treatment for stress-related health conditions. We also have a few additional resources available.
- A list of local mental health resources
- Booklist for adults on mindfulness topics
- Booklist for kids, teens & parents on mindfulness topics
BORROW THE INTERNET!
Want to participate in "Be Mindful," but don't have regular access to the Internet or a device? The library has 10 wifi hotspots and 3 tablets available for checkout.
To borrow a device, community members must be 18+ and have a current, full-access library card. The hotspots are filtered to comply with the Child Internet Protection Act. Devices are trackable and items not returned on time will be remotely disabled. Electronic device checkout guidelines including borrower requirements are available here. For more information, or to get started, stop by or contact the Help Desk at (405) 372-3633 x8106, or email email@example.com.

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Hepatoprotective action of some Ayurvedic drugs: A review
Keywords:Hepatoprotective plants, Liver, Indian systems of Medicine, Yakrut, Herbal drugs
Yakrut is the Ayurvedic name for liver. It is involved in several physiological processes in the body, including metabolic activities, secretory, retention, purification, and elimination of foreign and endogenous materials. As a result, any impairment or degradation of its functionality leads to a wide range of liver problems. The principal hepatic illnesses that cause a high fatality rate include hepatotoxicity, jaundice, and hepatitis. Liver problems are still a growing health problem around the world. The treatment of liver problems using traditional or synthetic medications is ineffective and can have major negative impact.Ayurvedic herbal medicines, on the other hand, have a variety of possible benefits in liver diseases, despite the absence of a proven hepatoprotective medication in modern medicine. A variety of hepatoprotective herbs have been identified. In this review paper, we have attempted to collect and consolidate information on hepatoprotective herbs that will be useful in the Indian medical system.
Keywords- Hepatoprotetive plants, Liver, Indian systems of medicine, Yakrut, Herbal drugs
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The author hereby transfers, assigns, or conveys all copyright ownership to the International Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine (IJAM). By this transfer, the article becomes the property of the IJAM and may not be published elsewhere without written permission from the IJAM.
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The IJAM, in turn, grants each author the right to republish the article in any book for which he or she is the author or editor, without paying royalties to the IJAM, subject to the express conditions that (a) the author notify IJAM in advance in writing of this republication and (b) a credit line attributes the original publication to IJAM.

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Friday, November 8, 2019 at 1:00PM
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Puccini’s final opera is an epic fairy tale set in a China of legend, loosely based on a play by 18th-century Italian dramatist Carlo Gozzi. Featuring a most unusual score with an astounding and innovative use of chorus and orchestra, it is still recognizably Puccini, bursting with instantly appealing melody. The unenviable task of completing the opera’s final scene upon Puccini’s sudden death was left to the composer Franco Alfano. Conductor Arturo Toscanini oversaw Alfano’s contribution and led the world premiere.


Choosing The Ideal Barnett Crossbow For Hunting
Best Barnett Crossbow
Many people are now using Barnett crossbows instead of a conventional rifle for a variety of reasons. For many hunters, it is not just a matter of going out and shooting something. There has to be a challenge, and using a hunting crossbow does give that extra difficulty, and enjoyment to the hunt. Of course in many areas, hunters can enjoy a longer hunting season compared to that for rifle hunters, and be able to get out into the woods for longer . This does give the crossbow a lot of bonus points. There are many different types of crossbow available now with models that can suit all budgets. A lot of modern crossbows are extremely powerful, and obviously very dangerous. Because of the high power, for many people, they become very difficult to load the string into the firing position.
To ensure accuracy when shooting the crossbow, it is important to cock the weapon with the string held at the exact middle of the bow. If not, the arrow, or bolt, will not fly straight, and true to the target. This is not only a problem of accuracy, but it is also extremely dangerous if your bold doesn’t go where you want it to.
Although crossbow is easier to aim and hit the target than a conventional longbow, the hunting crossbow is not as accurate as a rifle. Although they are powerful, the bolt velocity is nothing like that of a bullet, and so it will take some practice before you can consistently hit the target. Whether you use your bow for hunting or just target practice, there is a whole different feel, and enjoyment from shooting a modern powerful crossbow to that of a rifle.
If you like to hunt with primitive equipment but want something a little more modern. The Barnett Crossbow is an answer to your needs as a hunter, and it will bring high power speed for you out in the field. It has a 150 lb. Pull, with a spit arm compound that will shoot an arrow at records speeds, with an added plus of only weighing around 9 pounds with all the accessories. That is great when you think about carrying this to your favorite hunting spot.
What can you expect with the Barnett crossbow?
One of the main features that have to be added is the lighter weight stock, called GAM. Barnett is the first to offer this along with a thumbhole grip, and a 15″ power stroke, which with all these features gives you more power to your arrow, and helping it reach over 345 fps. What type of game can you hunt with Barnett’s Quad 400? You can easily hunt deer or any other of this kind of game or larger. Perfect for the field. This crossbow will not let you down.
What does GAM mean?
It stands for Gas Assisted Molding, which means you have a single piece that is hollowed out, and is made with gas and composite are put into the mold at the same time, and this gives the bow extra strength, and makes it more light weight compared to other bows. This is great for a person wanting to carry a much lighter piece of equipment, and it is much easier to shoot.
When looking at the Barnett crossbow, the combination of the pistol grip with the thumbhole, and the construction of the larger stock makes this crossbow so much easier to hunt with as far as being more consistent, and being more stable to shoot with. You can get your game down much faster, and more accurately than with some of the more heavier bows on the market today.
Safety is key with any sport, and especially in hunting. Make sure the hunting crossbow you decide on has an anti dry firing mechanism. This prevents you from shooting when there’s no bolt loaded, which can lead to damage in the body of the bow. Damage means a higher risk of getting hurt due to a string snapping or a crack in the main part, usually the limbs. Crossbows that require hand cocking should be avoided. The chances of uneven limb loads are much higher with hand cocking, and can severely skew your shot. Pull ropes and cranks are more common now, luckily, and are available in most mid and high-quality bows. Now that you know the basics of what to look for, you can start your search. A good hunting crossbow is an investment that will last you season after season with proper care. Happy hunting!


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By EAST AURORA EDITOR (10/30/2007 8:09:03 PM)
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
, in conjunction with Fisher Price, Inc., issued a recall today for Go Diego Go Animal Rescue Boats that's purpose is a water toy. The recall was voluntary. Those that have bought the product in the past few months should stop using them immediately, and if they are unsure about when they were bought, they should check the product numbers given in the recall to see if they have one of the products in question. The phone number for the recall is listed below. If consumers determine that they do have one of the recalled products, then they should stop using them altogether.
The name of the product being recalled is the Go Diego Go Animal Rescue Boats, and about 38,000 pieces were sold or distributed in the last few months by Fisher Price, Inc. of East Aurora, New York. The manufacturer is China. The reason for the recall is that it contains more than the allotted amount of lead in the paint, however, so far there have been no illnesses.
The toy is a boat that is yellow and orange and squirts water. Diego is a cartoon character and is placed in the driver's seat of the boat. You will find a product number of K3413, and a date code between 137-7HF and 223-7HF on the boat. There have been no reports of injury as of yet.
The product was sold in retail stores across the country beginning in June and ending in October 2007. The product was sold for around fifteen dollars. This is not the first time that China has had a problem with lead paint. It seems that they are having quality issues that have been going on for some time.
Those that purchased the Diego toys should take the product away from their children immediately and contact Fisher Price to receive a replacement toy. If you need more information you can call 888-299-0579 and talk to a Fisher Price associate.
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is responsible for public safety and is set with the task of helping the public avoid high risks of injury or death. It has more than 15,000 types of products that it monitors all the time.Fisher Price Recalls Go Diego Go Boat Toys Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
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Hello friends! I’m excited to be joining Altenew today in a blog hop celebrating the new Build-A-Garden Magnificent Branch subscription.
Each month includes a stamp set along with a coordinating stencil set and/or die set PLUS a customer-favorite Mini Blending Brush!
I used Baby Pink, Magenta and Fuchsia inks with the coordinating stencil to add color to my floral image. I added a bit more depth using my colored pencils.
The background is created using the Dotted Tile Debossing Cover from my stash.
I love the label look for sentiments so I created this one using the Best Sentiments stamp set.
To celebrate this release, Altenew is giving away a $50 gift certificate to 2 lucky winners and a $20 gift certificate to 5 winners! Please leave a comment on the Altenew Card Blog and/or each designer’s blog post on the blog hop list below by 05/07/2022 for a chance to win. Altenew will draw 7 random winners from the comments left on each stop of this blog hop and announce the winners on the Altenew Winners Page on 05/09/2022.
If you arrived from Amy Hill’s blog you are in the right spot.
Your next stop on the hop will be Hussena Calcuttawala.
You can always start at the beginning on the Altenew blog if you get lost along the way.
Lovely card, Mindy. The colors are beautiful.
Your card is beautiful! I love the added pencil detail and the debossed background!
Very pretty and the colors are lovely. The added interest in the background is lovely too.
Your card is very pretty Mindy. the pierced background makes the pretty florals stand out even more! Thanks for the inspiration!
Such a pretty card! Your ink blending is amazing!
This is really Beautiful, Mindy!!!!
Very pretty and I like the use of the embossing folder.
thanks for sharing this lovely card <3
The debossed design is a great touch!
Just beautiful. Love the color.
Beautiful background! I LOVE the pink flower!
Such a pretty card with wonderful color choices.
So pretty card. The background turns the flowers so bright.!!
very beautiful card!
I love this! So beautiful!
Beautiful job on this card. The colors are lovely….tyfs 🙂
Mindy, your card has beautiful colors, very nicely done. What grabbed my eyes is how it is dimensional & love that.
Your card is so lovely. I really like the colors! TFS 🙂
Gorgeous card! It turned out so striking and beautiful. Nice work!
I love how large the bloom is in this set. Beautiful card; great background.
Very very pretty 😍
Thanks for sharing your lovely card!
Beautiful release, beautiful card. Thanks for sharing.
I like the background and the pretty colors.

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February 8, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Presentation with Artist T. Allen Lawson – “The Abstract Qualities in Representational Art” T. Allen Lawson is drawn to the quieter side of life. Over time he has developed a discipline of patiently observing and studying the often unnoticed rhythms and subtleties of his surroundings. In his paintings he strives to build layers and textures with pigment to create the abstraction and nuanced depth he feels in nature and the world around him. Born and raised in Sheridan, Wyoming, the American West is an integral part of who he is. The cost is $25 for members and $35 for not yet members.


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Ella Enchanted! Such a wonderful book (and yet such a horrible movie...)
I've actually had this picture finished for quite some time, but I've just kept forgetting to upload it. I'm such a bum like that. I love this book though! It's a keeper, thats for sure. I love almost all of Gail Carson Levine's books though. She's a fantastic author. If you haven't read all of her books yet, then DO. They are all so, so good. The only one I thought was just kind of "meh" was Ever. The rest of them, however, are fabulous.

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Quick descriptionRodina Hotel Suites offers accommodation in Al Jubail. Star Shopping Center is 400 metres away. Free private parking is available on site.
All units include a seating area. An oven and kettle are also offered. Some units also have a kitchenette, equipped with a fridge. Every unit comes with a private bathroom with a shower. Bed linen is available.
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Car hire is available at the property and the area is popular for fishing. Al Jubail Fish Market is 1.9 km from Rodina Hotel Suites, while Jubail Corniche is 7 km from the property. The nearest airport is King Fahd Airport, 59 km from the property.
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Megan Thee Stallion and Normani have teamed up for a new single titled “Diamonds,” and it dropped on Friday (Jan. 10).
The video is the first visual to be released from the Birds of Prey movie soundtrack, which is slated to be released on Feb. 7 on Atlantic Records.
The video for “Diamonds” contains footage lifted from Birds of Prey while also highlighting Megan and Normani as they perform a cabaret show.
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The Food and Drug Administration issued new guidance on Monday amid the emergence of new coronavirus variants for medical product developers. The regulatory agency said it is “committed to identifying efficient ways to modify medical products” that either are in the works or have already been authorized for emergency use to address the variants.
“We know the country is eager to return to a new normal and the emergency of the virus variants raises new concerns about the performance of these products,” Dr. Jane Woodcock, acting FDA commissioner, said in a news release. “By issuing these guidances, we want the American public to know what that we are using every tool in our toolbox to fight this pandemic, including pivoting as the virus adapts. We need to arm health care providers with the best available diagnostics, therapeutics and vaccines to fight this virus. We remain committed to getting these life-saving products to the frontlines.”
Dr. Rochelle Walensky, the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has previously warned that the variants could jeopardize the progress made in the fight against coronavirus. Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation’s leading infectious disease expert, has said the emerging mutations should serve as a wakeup call for those in vaccine development to remain nimble.
FOR CORONAVIRUS SURVIVORS, ONE VACCINE DOSE MAY BE ENOUGH, EARLY STUDIES SHOW
Several companies have already started exploring tweaks to vaccine formulas or potential booster shots should the variants impact efficacy.
The FDA said it will continue to monitor the situation and update plans as more information becomes available. For vaccines, the agency said that if a product that has already received emergency use authorization needs modification to address the variant, guidance recommends that a determination of efficacy be supported by data from clinical immunogenicity studies, which would compare a recipient’s immune response to virus variants induced by the modified vaccine against the immune response to the authorized vaccine.
The FDA also encourages manufacturers to study the vaccine in non-vaccinated individuals and in those previously vaccinated with an authorized vaccine.
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“Finally, the guidance states that further discussions will be necessary to decide whether in the future, modified COVID-19 vaccines may be authorized without the need for clinical studies,” the FDA said.
Dr. Greg Poland, infectious disease expert at Mayo Clinic, emphasized to Fox News that the guidance is nonbinding, meaning it is still subject to change.
“I like that [the FDA] made efforts to ensure people understood it was nonbinding guidance,” Poland said, adding, “what I would’ve liked to see signaled is that we have insufficient information yet about the immunology of these variants and we have people who fit into immunologically different classifications because of disease or vaccine and we may need to be more nuanced in our requirements for boosters in those situations.”
Meanwhile for testing, the agency already issued a safety alert to caution that the genetic mutations could potentially impact test performance, and has already identified several tests that may be impacted.
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“The guidance also provides recommendations to test developers, such as considering the potential for future viral genetic mutations when designing their test, and conducting their own routine monitoring to evaluate the potential impact of new and emerging viral genetic mutations, which may be the basis of viral variants, on the performance for molecular, antigen and serology SARS-CoV-2 tests,” the FDA said.
As far as therapeutics is concerned, the agency said it’s aware that some of the monoclonal antibodies authorized for COVID-19 patients are less active against variants. Updated guidance “provides recommendations on efficient approaches to the generation of non-clinical, clinical and chemistry, manufacturing and controls data that could potentially support an EUA for monoclonal antibody products that may be effective against emerging variants.”


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Turkish Airlines announced Sunday that it will be reducing the frequency of weekly flights to Israel by 10 percent, The Marker reported on Sunday.
The airline company will also replace aircraft flying to Ben Gurion Airport with smaller ones, due to the decreased amount of Israeli tourists visiting Turkey, according to the report.
Airport officials expect June travel statistics to show a 10% decrease in the amount of Israeli passengers flying with Turkish Airlines.
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Drone technology has come a long way and is still evolving, by 2025
It is anticipated the US drone industry will create more than a million jobs. The benefits are considerable: security surveillance; search and rescue missions; assisting in disaster management, especially in difficult to reach places. At the same time they can be used to breach people’s civil rights. Criminals are attaching cameras and weapons; terrorists use drones to plan attacks and to deploy bombs. They can be used to disrupt operations, for example at airports. Then there are those who use drones as a hobby who without any malignant intent still cause companies to rise their alert level until the source is identified. This webinar will discuss:
What are the implicit dangers of drones and how can they be managed?
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Get a good laugh with a local production of the popular comic opera created by the legendary team of composer Arthur Sullivan (1842-1900) and librettist W. S. Gilbert (1836-1911).
A brilliant satire on gender roles, enjoy the story of a princess who founds a women's university to teach that women are superior to men and should rule in their stead.
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November 17, 2016
Apptio’s founder and CEO discusses how CIOs are using its SaaS product to deliver transparency and business insights into the costs and value of technology.
November 15, 2016
Four years ago, a consortium of enterprises was formed, called the TBM Council. (TBM stands for “technology business management.”) It formed around a vendor called Apptio that provided a financial tool for CIOs to understand and manage IT spend, creating what Apptio CEO Sunny Gupta calls a subledger for IT.
Apptio, Inc. Announces Closing Of Initial Public Offering And Full Exercise Of The Underwriters' Option To Purchase Additional Shares
October 03, 2016
Apptio announced the closing of its initial public offering of 6,900,000 shares of Class A common stock at a price to the public of $16.00 per share, which includes the full exercise of the underwriters' option to purchase 900,000 additional shares. The company estimates net proceeds from the offering to be approximately $99.4 million, after deducting underwriting discounts and commissions and estimated offering expenses. The shares began trading on the NASDAQ Global Market under the ticker symbol "APTI" on September 23, 2016.
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Apptio, Inc. (NASDAQ: APTI), the leading provider of cloud-based Technology Business Management (TBM) software, today announced the pricing of its initial public offering of 6,000,000 shares of Class A common stock at a price to the public of $16.00 per share. In addition, Apptio has granted the underwriters a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 900,000 shares of Class A common stock at the initial public offering price. Apptio's Class A common stock is expected to begin trading on the NASDAQ Global Market under the symbol "APTI" on September 23, 2016. The offering is expected to close on September 28, 2016, subject to customary closing conditions.


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Yes, it is possible to clean a cat’s teeth without a general anaesthetic but there are objections to it. It is called non-anaesthesia dental scaling (NAD or NADS). Apparently, is becoming more popular in America. The reason is because cat and dog owners are becoming more aware of the dangers of a general anaesthetic. Also, it is probably cheaper to have your cat’s teeth descaled without anaesthetic. Some veterinarians promote it. The AVMA object to it. Specifically, the American Veterinary Dental College objects to it.
The broad reason why veterinarians object to it is because veterinarian can’t do a good enough job unless the cat or dog is anaesthetised. It is impractical to get under the gumline where bacteria that causes periodontal disease resides unless under general anesthetic.
Also, descaling a cat’s teeth will be very uncomfortable for a cat which compounds the further discomfort by being strapped down so that she can’t move at all. There is the argument that the whole process will be very difficult emotionally for a cat and the end result won’t be as good as usual whereas, as mentioned, a general anaesthetic allows a veterinarian to do an excellent job in cleaning a cat teeth but there is a 1 in 400 or 1 in one thousand (we’re not quite sure what it is) of a cat dying under general anaesthetic or perhaps being left brain-damaged.
Therefore, a cat owner will have to make an informed decision in discussion with their veterinarian. Unfortunately, the outcome of that discussion will depend quite a lot on the attitude of the veterinarian to dental descaling without anaesthetic. Some veterinarians may well think that it works all right. Further, some veterinarians may try to avoid losing a client by suggesting dental cleaning without anaesthetic. However, I would expect nearly all veterinarians to argue against it and I suspect that most veterinarians won’t do it.
Most of them would probably agree that dental procedures performed when the cat or dog is wide-awake cannot effectively reach below the gumline or accurately assess the health of the cat’s teeth. It is impossible to evaluate gum recession and cavities called resorptive neck lesions without anaesthesia.
A veterinarian might remind the client that they would find it impossible to clean their cat’s teeth at home and examine all their cats teeth without anaesthetic. And veterinarians want to do a good job. They don’t want to leave the job half done. Also most veterinarians will be concerned about the stress and discomfort that the cat will be under without an anaesthetic. Finally, modern-day anaesthetics are safer than ever. Pre-anaesthetic evaluation and monitoring of the cat’s condition is carried out on modern day veterinary clinics to a high standard making them safer.
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As well as the hole already in Glenbuck Road which has been reported, it is noticeable that this is only part of several patches where the road is disintegrating. Difficult to tell from photo but when walking past you can see the cracks and that it is sinking...including a section which has been patched before. The hole that is already there is scattering stones everywhere and it won't be long before one flies off and hurts a person. The same is likely to happen to the other patches.
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Welcome news for concert-goers, as Milwaukee World Festival, Inc. has announced $50-million of construction for the new American Family Insurance Amphitheater, the headline venue of Summerfest.
From the announcement:
The new American Family Insurance Amphitheater will feature a new seating bowl configuration and raised stage to allow for better sight lines, enhanced accessibility, expanded concourses, new video screens, reimagined food and beverage operations, new VIP hospitality areas, additional restrooms, and much more.
Phase 1: Starting Now! Construction is underway and will be completed for Summerfest 2019. Crews will lift a portion of the Amphitheater roof to 65’ and reconfigure the stage to increase production options within the venue. The backstage building will also be rebuilt, offering new artist amenities.
Phase 2: The second phase of work will begin immediately after Summerfest 2019 and will include music fan amenities – new concourses, new restrooms, new seats, additional hospitality areas and increased food and beverage operations.
Here’s a fly through video of what the new facility will look like once it’s completed for Summerfest 2020.


text: Romania's economy will grow by 4% this year, and the growth will slow down to 3.5% in 2023 as the central bank will have to rise the refinancing rate to 7% by the end of this year (versus the 8%-9% ideal rate of the refinancing rate), according to a research report published by OTP Bank Romania. The fiscal consolidation has stalled and will resume maybe next year, while the current account (CA) deficit may exceed expectations this year amid high energy prices and slower fiscal consolidation, the report reads, concluding that the twin deficit issue remains relevant. "In a regional context, the comparison suggests a more optimistic average growth performance for Romania. Although, for next year, the prediction is pessimistic, with a lower expected result. At the moment, all areas are affected, given inflation - trade, real income, interest rates or fiscal consolidation, which has stalled at this time. [...] The positive outlook is also complemented by the fact that Romania is expected to receive European funds of about 3.5% of GDP annually in this forecast horizon," OTP Bank analysts argue, quoted by Bankingnews.ro. "Under the baseline scenario, inflation could peak in June at a level slightly below 15%, but in the period to come, the decline will be slow, and we should be prepared not to see single-digit rates until March next year. Energy and food growth are now passing through to core inflation [...]. In addition, we can anticipate another increase in the price of energy for household use in April next year, when the current cap-and-subsidy scheme expires," the report reads. OTP Bank expects the National Bank of Romania to conduct more hawkish policy towards the end of the year, yet along the line of moderation followed so far. "The current level of the key policy rate, of 3.75%, still lags very much behind the evolutions of the inflation and the risk premium for the Romanian assets and it is very likely to see it increasing to 7.0% by the end of the year, while the market suggests a level of 8-9%," according to bank analysts' expectations.


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Inside The Box
A documentary film about a professional artist and his extraordinary art work.
Inside the box follows TERRY CHIPP, a professional artist based in the Yorkshire town of Doncaster. This seven-minute documentary explores the award-winning artwork that he creates and his extraordinary journey to where he is today.
The film focuses on his recent work where he explores character and performance by devising the creation of a box into which his subjects climb and are magically transformed.
All painting are copyrighted by Terry Chipp, Documentary copyrighted by Jake McNeil


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In order to obtain a marriage license in Greene County, the applicants must apply together, in person, at the County Clerk’s office. Both parties must present their state-issued picture ID, military ID, or passport, and know their social security number
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The return of backyard BBQ’s, poolside picnics and grilled meals galore – all signs that summer is kicking into full gear! When the weather is nice, the last place you want to be is cooped up in a steamy kitchen. But, how can you enjoy a quick, tasty meal without the hard hassle of making sure it provides the proper nutrients? It is possible!
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Many farms are at the brink of giving up production. Farms face strong price fluctuations, both in inputs and outputs. Farmers ask their government for financial support to be able to survive. End of 2020 the total number of pigs in 24 regions of Ukraine has (further) dropped to 6.2 million heads, of which 3.6 million are held in industrial pig farms. Current production level of pig meat amounts to less than 0.5 MMT live weight (UKRSTAT). Family farms and backyards are barely linked to supply chain partners. The consumption of pig meat amounts to 12 kg per capita (down from 25kg in 2014), due to limited availability and affordability; still it is a traditional product. The meat industry is typically running on less than half of their capacity. The self-sufficiency degree is less than 100% and reducing, whereby imports of cheap meat are further putting pressure on local producers.
On the other hand, part of the farms has modern equipment, a high external biosecurity level and quite modern management; they are often vertically integrated with meat processors. Still the general economic situation hits them too. Also, these farms have need for well-trained employees.
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Around The World In 80 Diets (#305)
Global Food Culture: Around the World in 80 Diets - Eating is a part of our cultural identity - it's both necessary for survival and a sensual pleasure. But how have our eating habits and food choices changed in the age of globalization?
Global Count: Education - Everyone has a right to an education - that ideal is enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. It's a prerequisite for social justice and peaceful coexistence.
Young Global Leaders Africa: Knowledge - Part 3 of the series "Young Global Leaders: Africa" - Erik Charas explains why the poor should also know the latest about new mobile phone technology and about how he started a free newspaper in his homeland Mozambique to share that information.
Global Living Room: Astana, Kazakhstan - We visit Gulnaziya Nussupova in a residential development in Astana while she prepares traditional specialties for afternoon tea, together with her daughter, sister and mother.
Wind Energy in Vietnam - Vietnam's energy consumption has been rising by some 15 percent a year. The country largely relies on fossil fuels like coal and oil, although it is ideally suited for harnessing renewable energy sources like wind power. [26 minutes]
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Dianna Keiler and Michael W. Dean discuss how the NSA helped create Bitcoin (by creating the SHA-2 family of encryption protocols, one of which is used in Bitcoin), hiding your Bitcoin “12 magic words” in plain sight, why idiots break some omelets to make some eggs, why leaker are the new heroes, is Tesla’s self-driving car technology becoming Skynet?, why scammers borrow the government guns, and how (and why) only only 802 People Told the IRS About Bitcoin.
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3.3.3 Concrete and Abstract Types
A concrete type is a type whose representation must be standardized for interoperability. In this protocol specification, three cases apply:
Types that are hand marshaled onto the network, such as types that are sent in drsuapi and dsaop requests and responses as octet strings whose actual structure is hidden from the IDL compiler. The hand marshaling and corresponding hand unmarshaling are performed by the implementation of Active Directory and by clients of the drsuapi and dsaop RPC interfaces.
Types that are hand marshaled into directory attributes, such as types that are stored in the directory as octet strings. The hand marshaling and corresponding hand unmarshaling are performed by the implementation of Active Directory and by clients of the Active Directory LDAP interface [MS-ADTS] section 184.108.40.206.
Concrete types in the first category are specified by the C / IDL type declaration. Concrete types in the second and third categories are specified pictorially. Some types are in multiple categories and are specified both ways.
All other types in the specification are abstract, meaning that their use is internal to the specification. Abstract types are based on the standard mathematical concepts set, sequence, directed graph, and tuple.
This specification introduces the notion of an abstract attribute. An abstract attribute is an Active Directory attribute that has an abstract type for use in pseudocode. An abstract attribute can have a specified concrete representation, required for interoperability; in that case, the abstract attribute's type definition specifies the correspondence between information in the abstract type and in the concrete type. This relieves the specification pseudocode from concerns with storage allocation, packing variable-length information into structures, and so on.
Pseudocode deals with a mixture of concrete and abstract types. The notations and conventions for each are specified in section 3.4.

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Transmit Beamforming with Reduced Feedback Information in OFDM Based Wireless Systems
- Yang, Seoung-Hyeon; Ko, Jae-Yun; Lee, Yong-Hwan
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- VTC Spring 2008. IEEE Vehicular Technology Conference, 2008, pp. 983-987
- This paper considers a transmit beamforming scheme that works with reduced feedback information in OFDM based multiple-input single-output (MISO) wireless systems. The proposed scheme generates the beamforming weight using information on the previous beamforming weights and channel correlation, significantly reducing the amount of feedback signaling burden. The feedback signaling overhead can further be reduced with the use of clustering and interpolation techniques. Simulation results show that the proposed scheme outperforms conventional beamforming techniques, while using the same amount of feedback signaling overhead.
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Toyota 1RZ 1RZ-E 2RZ 2RZ-E engine factory workshop and repair manual downloadon PDF can be viewed using free PDF reader like adobe or foxit or nitro . It is compressed as a zip file which you can extract with 7zip File size 21 Mb Searchable PDF document with bookmarks. Introduction Engine Mechanical EFI system Fuel System Cooling System Lubrication System Ignition System Starting System Charging System Service Specifications Torgue settings SST and SSM Engine Diagonostics Emission Control Electronic Fuel InjectionCooling The 1RZ is a 2.0 L (1 998 cc) version built from 1989. Bore is 86 mm and stroke is 86 mm. The 1RZ-E is the fuel-injected version of the 1RZ. With a 9.0 to 1 compression ratio output is 101-108 hp at 5 400 rpm with 118-123 lb ft (161-167 N m) of torque at 2 800 rpm. The 2RZ is a 2.4 L (2 438 cc) version. Bore is 95 mm and stroke is 86 mm; a variety of combination of heads and fuel delivery systems were available. 2RZ-E This is an SOHC engine with two valves per cylinder. Valve adjustment is by shim over bucket. Output is 120 PS (88 kW) at 5 200 rpm. Originally manufactured with a carburetor induction system it was later upgraded to Electronic Fuel Injection with the -E suffix added to the engine designation. Toyota specified unleaded fuel with a rating of at least 91 RON (Research Octane Rating) in Australia. 1989-2004 Toyota HiAce 1998-2005 Toyota Revo 1998-2001 Toyota Hilux 2000-2004 Toyota Kijang1995-2004 Toyota Tacoma 4x2Toyota 1RZ 1RZ-E 2RZ 2RZ-E factory workshop and repair online download more…..
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The Comparison Trap: Never compare your child with others
I often have trouble sleeping at night, and part of the trouble is that I can’t turn my mind off. Sure wish there was a switch. Have you ever felt the same? It seems like it’s on at night, but off during the day! I have had many of those nights. Often while lying there awake, my mind just keeps going and going. Then, I fall into the comparison trap!
What happens when you compare your child to others?
COMPARISON —–> GUILT —–> DISCOURAGEMENT
Immediately this verse that I often share came to my mind:
“For we dare not make ourselves of the number, or compare ourselves with some that commend themselves: but they measuring themselves by themselves, and comparing themselves among themselves, are not wise.” II Corinthians 10:12
God tells us here that is NOT wise to compare ourselves to each other. I would guess that is because He knows that it will take us on a downward spiral that ends in guilt and discouragement.
Also, He doesn’t want us to live our lives trying to do what others are doing, but rather seeking what He is telling us to do. So when you read something on social media or one of those great blog posts that starts you on a guilt trip stop!
How do you stop a comparison trap?
Rather than letting yourself fall into the comparison trap, ask yourself:
1. What you can learn from the post.
2. What actions do you need to take after reading it.
3. What is one thing you can start working on. (rather than trying to start a lot of huge changes)
Let me give you an example of what I mean, to make this practical. I wrote a post called 7 Responses That Make Your Kids Stop Talking To You
Perhaps as you read that post you realized that you were indeed guilty of some of those wrong responses. It would be very easy to compare and think to yourself that you are a bad mom because of the way you respond to your kids. It’s easy to think that your friend(s) or the author or the post doesn’t struggle with this. We can begin to compare our children and assume that they would never say some of the things to their kids that you have said to yours. The truth is, we all struggle with many of the same things, but for some reason, we always look at others and think they would never have some of the same struggles we have!
If you allow yourself to continue on with the thought process, you will end up even more discouraged, and perhaps even think that you’ll never be “as good of a mother” as they are, etc.
How do you avoid comparison?
Instead, take the ideas I listed above. After reading the post, ask what you learned. (I have been responding wrong to my kids at times.) As you think and pray about it, you might decide you should take the following actions.
- First, ask God to forgive you, and thank Him for bringing it to your attention.
- Second, go and apologize to that child, and let them know you realize some of your responses have been wrong, and that you are going to try to do better.
- Then choose the ONE that you are most guilty of, and start working on changing that one first.
Never compare your child with others
There are many wonderful blogs and social media posts out there to encourage us, and help us in our parenting, homeschooling, marriage, walk with the Lord. May I just remind you to read them with an awareness that they can lead to comparison and guilt, and to choose to learn and be encouraged from them instead!

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News Wrap: DOJ announces strike force to tackle gun violence
Clip: 07/22/2021 | 5m 30s | Video has closed captioning.
In our news wrap Thursday, the U.S. Justice Department announced the formation of strike forces to target gun crimes. Attorney General Merrick Garland traveled to Chicago — just hours after mass shootings in the city that killed 3 people and wounded nearly 20. Fire crews in the western U.S. are finally getting help from the weather, against the giant Bootleg Fire in Southern Oregon.
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George Chapman speaks Good Ol' Boy.
His banter slides easily from soft-sell to hard-sell and back, a barometer of his fervent belief in whatever the subject.
But the Amarillo land developer behind Amarillo Power and its multibillion-dollar proposal to build a nuclear power plant here is everything and nothing you might expect - including a self-professed "tree-hugger" with a dilemma: cranes.
The birds have been eating fish he stocks in lakes on a vast, rolling acreage north of Amarillo that he intends someday to develop, and he doesn't know of a harmless way to run them off.
The lakes will be the centerpiece of a premier bedroom community where, Chapman says, kids can experience the joys of the fishing holes that he remembers from his childhood.
"There's no place for a kid to get out and be in the country, go fishing, ride their bicycles," he said Tuesday. "My plans are to return those (lakes) back to the city of Amarillo for recreation."
Right now, the land is grazing ground for Bonsmara cattle, which he moved recently from his wildfire-charred ranch near McLean.
Chapman's Bonsmara, which hail from South Africa, are the only ones in the United States, he said. Restless in an early retirement, Chapman ventured to South Africa in the early 1990s to check out the Bonsmara, deciding they were the future of cattle-breeding in the United States.
He made news in 1997, with an announcement of the first pure-bred Bonsmara calf born in the United States. He now has a herd bred from frozen semen and fertilized eggs harvested in South Africa, implanted in surrogate mothers in Canada and born in Texas.
"Whether I do it or not, Bonsmara cattle are going to be big," he said Tuesday. "They're very lean, very tender, juicy, flavorful."
Chapman showed up to chauffeur a recent expedition around his prairie land in a step-ladder-tall SUV with his trusty mop of a pup, Sunshine, at his side. Hours later, while Chapman ate lunch in a restaurant, $3-a-gallon diesel kept glugging through the SUV, all so Sunshine could sleep in air-conditioned comfort.
Chapman, who seems to have a smattering of information about everything and a strong opinion to go along with it, has repeatedly declined to talk about the power plant proposal.
On Tuesday, he broke his silence, touting nuclear energy as an environmentally safe alternative that would ease the nation's dependence on foreign oil.
"Climbing under the table every time you hear 'nuclear power' is wrong. We use nuclear power every day of our lives," Chapman said, noting nuclear technologies used in medicine and other fields.
"But nobody realizes it. Nobody talks about it. Nobody makes it simple enough that people can understand it."
A dearth of reporting about advances in nuclear technology since disasters at Three Mile Island in Pennsylvania in 1979 and Chernobyl in the Ukraine in 1986 have had a hand in sustaining public fear, he said.
Chapman's background includes work for Bechtel Corp., a company responsible for design and construction of more than half the nuclear power plants in the United States, according to its Web site. He was also a welder during construction of the Peach Bottom Atomic Power Station in York County, Pa.
Bechtel also has partnered with BWX Technologies and Honeywell to form BWXT Pantex to manage and operate the Amarillo nuclear weapons disassembly plant.
Bechtel would be involved in building the Amarillo proposed power plant, Chapman said Tuesday.
A conversation with Chapman comes peppered with references to nuclear technology particulars, just as it comes seasoned with land development and agriculture business lingo.
In Amarillo, Chapman is perhaps most known for developing the still-expanding subdivision in The Woodlands along with a number of other commercial ventures.
Many businesses in Amarillo - from Barnes & Noble Booksellers to the new Furr's Fresh Buffet, to the soon-to-be-completed Drury Inn - owe part of their presence here to Chapman and his development companies, which offered them the ever-important location, location, location.
Drive west on Interstate 40, from Coulter Street to Soncy Road, and the only vacant land you'll see on the north frontage road is for sale by the G.R. Chapman Limited Partnership.
"He was, if not the only person, one of the people who helped develop the north side of I-40," said Kelley Shaw, the city's planning director. "He's pretty much been the person to deal with along the frontage road between Coulter and Soncy."
Chapman owns all but a small patch of 2,284 acres the City Commission annexed into the city's northern limits earlier this year. His grand plan includes retail, office and residential development of the land, which includes a stretch of Loop 335.
"He's got quite a bit of undeveloped land that he certainly can develop," Shaw said.
Potter-Randall Appraisal District rolls list 158 accounts for properties owned by the Chapman partnership and another 23 accounts for properties owned by another of his businesses, Chapman Consulting Inc.
The combined 2006 appraised value of land owned by both businesses is $8,261,834, according to appraisal district information.
The dollar figure encompasses developed and undeveloped commercial and residential lots, as well as agricultural acreage. Undeveloped residential lots in a developer's inventory are appraised at a discounted rate until they are sold to a builder or home buyer, but their market value generally is higher, said Deputy Chief Appraiser Kathy Sweney.
Appraisal values for Chapman's inventory lots range from $2,700 to $17,400 this year.
Though lots in The Woodlands, for example, market at about $40,000 each when sold to a builder or buyer, many are priced in the $75,000 to $200,000 range on the multiple listings service.
Chapman recently added 246 acres to the northern edge of The Woodlands to make room for 375 to 400 single-family home sites.
The subdivision already contains about 200 homes, with another 150 under construction, Robert Keys, of Keys & Shehan Engineering, said in March.
Keys' firm does engineering work for The Woodlands and his Keys & Associates serves as a broker for G.R. Chapman Limited Partnership. Keys also is an Amarillo City Commissioner.
Chapman has set aside 120 acres north of The Woodlands, along Loop 335, for future commercial sites and multifamily housing, and has plans to bring more retail and business development to another 300 acres north of the loop, Keys said.
"That end of town does not have a big shopping center," Chapman said in a March interview. "We think that's where it's going to be."
When asked on Tuesday where Amarillo Power might locate a nuclear plant, Chapman stayed mum. He was no more talkative when asked what role he would take in running the nuclear company.
"I will be there in a capacity that I can live with," Chapman said. "My job is to pick the best team in the world to run it."


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No coral beads on costly chain of gold
The Palmer's pious lips at vespers told;
No gauds of art could Pilgrim's favor win
Who only craved release from earth and sin.
He from the Holy Land his rosary brought;
From sacred olive wood each bead was wrought,
Whose grain was nurtured, ages long ago,
By blood the Saviour sweated in His woe;
Then on the Holy Sepulchre was laid
This crown of roses from His passion made;
The Sepulchre, from which the Lord of all
Arose from death's dark bed and icy thrall.
Yet not complete that wreath of joy and pain,
Which for the dead must sweet indulgence gain;
The pendent cross, on which with guileless art
Some hand had graved what touches every heart,
The image of the Lamb for sinners slain,
From Bethlehem's crib, now shrine, his prayers obtain;
And tears and kisses tell the holy tale
Of pilgrim love and penitential wail.
The love, the tears which fed his pious flame,
May well be thine, my heart, in very same;
Since bead and cross, by Palmer prized so well,
At vesper-hour these fingers softly tell,
And press, through them, each dear and sacred spot
Where God once walked, "yet men received him not."
And still, with pious Palmer gray of yore,
Thy lips can kiss the ground He wet with gore,
Still, at the Sepulchre with her delay
Who found Him risen ere the break of day;
And hover round the crib, with meek delight,
Where shepherds hasted from their flocks by night,
To there adore Him whom a Virgin blessed,
Bore in her arms and nourished at her breast.
My Rosary dear! my Bethlehem Cross so fair!
No rose, no lily can with thee compare;
No gems, no gold, no art or quaint device,
Could be my precious Rosary's priceless price;
For Heaven's eternal joys at holier speed,
I trust to win through every sacred bead;
And still for suffering souls obtain release
From cleansing fires to everlasting peace.


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This is part of the Motley series from Just Kids Apps. It is an unusual but imaginative series of tales based on a series of creatures that are, "very different and individual animals. They can all speak animalish – the common language in the wild – and are able to share their experiences and stories. They are quirky and fun and can help to bring an understanding and appreciation of the world around us."
At Christmas time you may have discovered their free book app, an adorable story starring one of Santa's reindeer that can only fly upside-down. Like the story from Christmastime, Henry the Upside Down Reindeer, this Motley story has a fun plot about a trip to Easter Island to meet the Easter rabbit (more commonly referred to as the Easter Bunny). The boy in this story, Albert, learns about how the rabbits paint eggs all over the world and then deliver them to children.
As a digital book, this app is well made with simple swipe-style page turning and an easy to read font, although no highlighting as narrated. A couple cute extra activity pages also appear within the book for an added Easter treat. Very limited animation and lots of light interactive elements in the form of sound effects & extra dialogue make this title fun to play with as well as read.
I'll be the first to admit that I don't entirely understand the Motlies ... the stories are a bit long and convoluted at times, but definitely imaginative and engaging for children. I would recommend for future updates that the developer consider additional story-editing to make them more concise and shorter, something I think could be done without losing any of the magic. Illustrations are colorful but not complex, giving the story a fresh but amateur feel. However, the overall impression I have is of my child loving these stories, simply because at their heart they capture something special about childhood, a magical world of imagination.
All reviews are of the app, not the platform/device. Based originally on iPad versions. Minor technical details may vary.
JustKidsApps - Katrin Draemann Barothy
10 - 12 Minutes
Based on non-digital book: No
Allows Own Narration:
Uses Motion: No
Age: 3 - 8
English • German •
A little boy named Albert loves springtime. As he considers what to do on Easter weekend, he begins to wonder about the Easter 'rabbit' and researches Easter on the Internet. While looking up info, he discovers that there is also a place named, "Easter Island" and decides to go there. Albert goes to get his friend, Herold (a Motley who looks like a hedgehog), to come with him on the journey.
To travel to Easter Island, the two friends just hop inside their magical tree and close their eyes. Soon they are on a South American island, part of Chile. They are first impressed by all the statues. They are called, "Moai" and the Easter Islands are famous for them. Herold tells Albert that he's been here before and they should look for a rabbit named Raul.
Soon the two travelers have met up with a bunch of rabbits, which Albert can talk to because of his magical ability to understand 'animalish' languages. Albert asks, "Are you responsible for all the Easter eggs?" They explain that they have rabbits all over the world with painting paws.
When Albert meets Raul, he finds an usually colorful rabbit. He is then instructed to paint Raul's fur but doesn't know why. Soon it is explained that Raul needs to be painted to a dull brown so he can sneak back into the world to deliver the Easter eggs.
Soon Albert realizes that he needs to get home to prepare a special Easter breakfast for his family. He also brings some special Easter eggs from the island. He thanks the rabbits and promises to try to come back through the Motley on another full-moon.
More info about the Motlies - from the book's info section:
"The Motlies are a group of very different and individual animals, which undergo many exciting adventures ... The starting point for their story is the secret place called the "Motley" which enables them to wish themselves to anywhere on this planet. Herold is the keeper of the Motley and he has to learn why he was chosen for this task. He can find out more about his quest once he has befriended as many different animals as possible. Albert has the honorable job to help his friend Herold. During their many voyages around the world, they have met many new friends, among them Henry the Reindeer, Erla the elephant and Girlanda the little giraffe. With the use of a secret password passed on by either Herold or Albert, all new friends can meet during full moons and exchange interesting information. Since the secret meeting take place in the "Motley", the group of friends is called the Motlies."


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Another TechStars startup gets acquired
Boosters, Bits & Bioscience
- Greg Avery
A web service helping people track their exercise and their diets is the latest startup to be acquired that graduated from Boulder technology boot camp TechStars.
A majority stake in DailyBurn, which went through the TechStars program in 2008, has been bought by Barry Diller's New York City-based InterActive Corp. Terms of the deal weren't disclosed.
The company was called Gyminee when it was in TechStars. More than 500,000 people have signed up for the service, the company said. It's the sixth TechStars startup to be acquired.
I first wrote about TechStars four years ago when its founder, Internet entrepreneur turned angel investor, David Cohen, was still organizing the first year.
The organization, which has since added camps in Boston and Seattle, helps entrepreneurs refine and launch their companies over three months. The startups get $5,000 per founder to cover expenses, work space and -- most importantly -- business-building advice from experienced entrepreneurs and tech industry veterans recruited from the local scene and nationally.
TechStars gets a 5 percent equity stake in the companies that go through the boot camp.
That first camp attracted nearly 300 applicants from around the world.
TechStars ends with a day for venture capitalists and investors to see the startups explain their companies, and the 2007 session drew spectators from as far away as London.
With this summer's session getting under way, TechStars has summarized its results so far.
More than 70 percent of TechStar's startups after the boot camp either attracted venture capital or angel investment, or became profitable. They employ more than 156 people.
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