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Real estate database Zillow has published a map with the minimum wage required to afford the median rent in metropolitan areas across the country without spending more than 30% of income, and the numbers are simply staggering.
To give you a taste:
In the New York area, an individual must earn $46.86 per hour to afford median rent, or $93,720 per year.
Around San Francisco, a person needs to cough up $59.72 an hour, or $119,440 a year.
In the Los Angeles area, $48.58 hourly, or $97,160 a year, should do the trick.
Around Washington, D.C., a $41.98 hourly wage or $83,960 a year is needed.
Booming areas aren't the only places where the costs of living are prohibitively expensive for a vast majority of earners (and impossible for low-wage workers). Zillow found that single-earners making the federal minimum wage of $7.25 per hour cannot afford a typical rent property in a single one of the over 15,000 cities and towns analyzed without spending more than 30% of their annual income on rent. In Beecher, Michigan, the least expensive city on the map, a single renter would need to make $10.64 per hour, which is more than both the federal minimum wage and the state's minimum wage of $8.15 an hour. Households with at least two minimum wage-earners can affords rent in 135 cities and towns — less than 1% of those analyzed.
You can play around with an interactive version of the map here.


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Taking the time to curate a stunning and meaningful display on the shelves of your kitchen hutch is a great way to make for a spotlight-stealing exhibit in your home. All too often, a hutch can be overlooked if not properly arranged with plenty of thought and care. Today, I will share with you ideas on how to decorate a kitchen hutch.
I hope the ideas and tips in this blog will truly inspire you to create a decorated cabinet that adds value to your space at home.
You may be wondering, are kitchen hutches even in style anymore?
Well, that entirely depends on how you dress up the traditional hutch shelves. Leaving it dusty and poorly arranged will only make it look further dated. On the other hand, taking full advantage of the beauty, simplicity, and storage capacity of this classic piece of furniture will bring the allure of a classic hutch to your dining room or kitchen design.
Tip: If you are concerned about your hutch appearing old or outdated, you can always sand it down and repaint it to match the color scheme of the surroundings and add a cohesive look.
Eager to get started?
Let’s look into what materials you’ll need to produce a fascinating and lovely kitchen hutch display.
What Do You Need to Dress Up Your Kitchen Hutch Cabinet?
You don’t need much to decorate a hutch. If you already have a dazzling fine china set or charming everyday dishes to display, you’re more than halfway there.
The following materials and tools are ideas of what you may want to have handy when completing this home project:
- Hooks and screws to hang teacups or mugs
- Decorative items that have special meaning to you and your family, like travel souvenirs, antiques, old books, artwork, and more
- Some potted plants or dried flowers can bring life to the display
- A duster or clean cloth to rid items of the debris before arranging them
How To Decorate Kitchen Hutch Cabinets
With a kitchen or even a dining room hutch, the possibilities are truly endless. It’s almost as if the display is a tiny museum of your favorite pieces. Ultimately, you want the exhibit to be alluring and thought-provoking.
Use the tips and ideas below to inspire your ideas for a modern-style kitchen hutch project.
How to Decorate a Kitchen Hutch with Everyday Dishes and Kitchen Items|
If you are all about maximizing kitchen space in your home, using your open hutch for the dishes you use daily is the practical solution you may be searching for especially if you have a small kitchen or an unused small space.
Perhaps you hardly ever use your china in the china hutch. In that case, you may prefer not to have it out collecting dust on open shelves. Instead, store your more common dishes, mugs, glasses, and pitchers in your open china cabinet. Especially if you have a proud and carefully chosen collection, the hutch is a perfect place display case to show your everyday dishes.
Reduce visual clutter by using the top of the cabinet, utilizing a limited color palette, and stacking larger items at the bottom of a stack of cake plates, and other vintage pieces.
That way, you have more room in the cabinets for small appliances, plastic dishware, mixing bowls, and more. And you can neatly pack away your barely-used fancy china set to be placed in a closet or closed cabinetry.
Store a Stunning China Set |
One of the most traditional ways to utilize open kitchen cabinets is to store your finest china set. And although there are many other alternatives and creative ways to use the hutch, displaying a charming assortment of china never fails to make impressive visual displays. Just look at this gorgeous arrangement of plates and cups!
Your china set may be a family heirloom or a precious gift. So, give it the presentation it deserves by displaying it for all to see. Walking by the hutch glowing in your home will warm your heart as you are reminded of the unique present or family antique. In fact, contemporary designers embrace the vintage look with modern flare as the ideal way to design a home today.
My friend Mimi and her mom collect MacKenzie-Child’s kitchen and serving ware. Her mom has her stunning collection which she uses to decorate her kitchen hutch.
How to Decorate a Kitchen Hutch with Party Essentials|
If you’re already hosting party after party, move the supplies from the closet to the kitchen hutch. This is an excellent way to continue to inspire your nights of hosting fun dinners and celebrating holidays or loved ones.
Especially if you have quite the attractive assortment of party gear, the kitchen hutch cabinet will store it oh-so nicely. Here are some great ideas to get you started:
- Stack cake stands on top of one another according to size.
- Place colorful birthday candles in an adorable pink teacup.
- Create the celebration ambiance with large baskets to hold the many precious birthday cards you’ve collected over the years.
- Frame some of your favorite party moments and use them as décor among the dishes in your cabinet.
Bring Your Hutch to Life |
After arranging your delicate dishes on the shelves, consider giving them a touch of greenery. Small potted plants, like ferns and succulents, compliment a glassware display quite nicely. In fact, it will bring your kitchen hutch cabinet to life.
You can also try adding dried flowers. Or, better yet, place a large flower vase or several small ones among the exhibit of dishes. This allows you to continuously breathe new life into the display by switching out the flowers based on seasonal decor.
Let There Be Light |
Depending on the kind of hutch you have, you may notice the deep shadows casting onto your stunning collection of china or everyday dishes. Light up the scene with candles or hidden LED lights.
Candles not only illuminate the space, but they can act as beautiful décor, too. Get creative and choose candles of multiple heights and shapes. You can even pick out colors and scents that flatter the appearance of the open shelving in your kitchen hutch.
LED lights can be hidden behind thin ledges in the structure or applied beneath the shelves for a dramatic under-lit effect. Plus, you have the opportunity to choose whatever color of light you desire. Use white lights to give a crisp brightness to the display. Or pick any color from the rainbow to add some style and fun.
Stack, Lean, and Hang |
When arranging your collection of dishes or china, remember to add plenty of interest by alternating between stacking, leaning, and hanging. For instance, you can lean a shiny serving tray behind a couple of rows of stacked soup bowls.
Use your artistic eye and see where you can fill the empty spaces. You want your display to look bountiful and engaging with a purposeful focal point. Add hooks to hang mugs and teacups for impressive storage and extra amusement.
After working on this post, I incorporated some of these tips into my hutch. I also lowered the top shelf, so the middle shelf wasn’t so big.
Accessorize Your Kitchen Hutch |
Finally, once you’ve filled the shelves with your choice of dishes, add in the details. You want the cabinet to be eye-catching and alluring. The best way to start is with white dishes and large pieces, leaving space for interesting items like books, antiques, travel souvenirs, or modern sculptures- whatever suits your fancy. Then add in salt and pepper shakers, decor items, and more.
Another splendid addition is a collection of fine wine or liquors. Choose whatever speaks to your aesthetic and tells a story of your home and the people inside. This kitchen hutch is a great place for a wine bar and glass storage space!
How to Maintain Your Spruced Up Hutch
Curating the perfect kitchen hutch display is only step one. Now, you’ll need to care for your exhibit as the years go by to keep it looking fresh and timeless.
Dusting and Cleaning
Remember to dust the kitchen hutch and its contents every week or so. This all depends on how dusty your home gets and if the cabinet is in a hotspot for settling particles.
Additionally, you’ll want to take the dishes down to wash a few times a year. If you use the items more often, you won’t have to complete this upkeep too frequently. However, if the dishes sit there for most of the year, you’ll want to bring out their shine by hand washing them every few months.
Switch Out for the Season
Some people have china sets or special dishes for the major holidays, like Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Easter. Consider making your hutch a rotating display of seasonal joy by switching out the dishes for the upcoming holiday. Then add in Christmas decor, for instance, to fill the void when one of the dishes is in use.
Similarly, you can refresh the flowers, knick-knacks, and décor based on the time of year. This works great if you plan to keep the same dishes displayed. Change it up every few months with items that make you excited for the current season.
So, I did make some adjustments to my hutch after working on this article and I’m happy with the little tweaks I made. This is an old Butler’s cabinet and I am limited to how much I can move the shelves, but it is better than it was. And, nothing is ever really done…I’ll continue to play with it as the whim hits me!
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For Immediate Release
October 7, 2020
Angela Allmond, Communications Director
Oklahoma Democratic Party
Harris Dominates Vice Presidential Debate
OKLAHOMA CITY – Kamala Harris is the leader and Vice President we need for our nation.
“The Trump administration is out of control. The recent handling of the President’s positive diagnoses and the blatant disrespect for the health and safety of his secret service, close aides, top military officials, and White House staff demonstrates the lack of leadership in Washington. Tonight, Pence did nothing to show that anything has changed. He continues to foster Trump’s ego and feed into the frenzy taking place at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue,” stated the Oklahoma Democratic Party Chairwoman, Alicia Andrews.
“Harris stood up to Pence and showed voters that she is willing to fight the tough battles ahead of us and clean up the disastrous mess in Washington from this failed administration. She spoke to the American people with hope and change showing that she cares about our citizens. It is Harris’s leadership that our country needs to move us forward and build back better. The Oklahoma Democratic Party couldn’t be prouder to have Kamala Harris as our next Vice President of the United States,” concluded Andrews.
For more information about the Oklahoma Democratic Party, visit the party website at okdemocrats.org, or call party headquarters at 405-427-3366.

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New York State Senator Mark Grisanti (R,I,-60) today announced that the New York State Senate has voted to pass Bill S.1590, which makes it a crime to conceal a death by knowingly moving or otherwise hiding a human corpse so that discovery of the death will be hindered.
The bill is sponsored by Senator Grisanti and Amanda Lynn's Law has passed the Senate the past two years. It will now be sent to the Assembly.
The NYS Department of Financial Services (DFS) is setting new rules to speed the processing of insurance claims in areas affected by Storm Sandy. The new regulation reduces the amount of time an insurer can delay its decision on a claim, and requires insurers to report to the Department on how many claims it is delaying and the reasons for the delays.
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo unveiled the proposed 2013-14Executive Budget and Management Plan that builds on two years of balanced, fiscally responsible budgeting and invests in economic development, education reform, rebuilding after Superstorm Sandy, provides support to local governments and school districts, and includes no new taxes or fees.
Highlights of the Executive Budget:
· Eliminates $1.3 billion budget gap with no new taxes or fees. The expected gap for 2013-14 was projected to be $17.4 billion prior to the last two responsible budgets.
· Holds spending increases below 2 percent for third consecutive year.
Senator Lee Zeldin (R-C-I, Shirley), Senator Ken LaValle (R-C-I, Port Jefferson), Senator Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr. (R Merrick), Assemblyman Ed Hennessey (D, Medford) and Assemblyman Fred Thiele (I, Sag Harbor) announced today that they are cosponsoring legislation that would increase the penalties for leaving the scene of a hit-and-run accident. The bill was introduced this morning in the State Senate (S.2503).
Senator Martin Malavé Dilan (D-Brooklyn) today announced that the New York State Senate has passed the most comprehensive gun control legislation in the country. The NY Safe Act was passed with unanimous support from the Democratic Conference and included multiple pieces of legislation previously sponsored by Democratic Senators.
“Following the recent tragedies in Webster, New York and Newtown, Connecticut, New Yorkers made it clear that the time to enact common-sense gun measures had come. With the passage of this comprehensive legislative package, New York is now the national standard in the continued fight to protect the public from the scourge of gun violence,” said Senator Dilan.
State Senator Adriano Espaillat Lauds Gov. Cuomo for swift passage of NY SAFE Act
New York's new gun control measures passed by the legislature - the first state in the nation to take up such action following an onslaught of recent tragedies - helps pave the way for the toughest gun regulations in the country
Town Hall Meeting hosted by State Senator Bill Perkins with a Panel Discussion and Public Dialogue on Solitary Confinement in New York State and City Prisons with state and local legislators, advocates, the formerly incarcerated, and family members. Panel discussion moderated by Jean Casella, Co-Editor of Solitary Watch, with Jack Beck, Director of Prison Visiting Project, Correctional Association of New York, Dilcio Acosta, Mental Health Alternatives to Solitary Confinement, Sarah Kerr, Staff Attorney of The Legal Aid Society Prisoners' Rights Project, and Lisa Ortega, JAC, New York City Jails Action Coalition.
WNYC wrote about the six bills introduced by Senator Gianaris who is spearheading the movement to help reduce gun violence in our city.
A New York State Senator plans to introduce six new pieces of gun control legislation this week, which if passed would make New York the state with the toughest gun laws in the nation. But gun control advocates caution that lax laws in other states would still pose a threat.
Senator Michael Gianaris, a Democrat from Queens, is proposing a series of restrictive measures that go above and beyond the state’s already relatively strong gun laws. Gianaris’s bills would:
Queens Chronicle wrote about Senator Gianaris' package of bills that intend to make New York No. 1 in the nation for strongest gun control laws.
Declaring that he wants New York State to have the toughest gun control laws in the country, state Sen. Mike Gianaris (D-Astoria) is introducing a series of bills that he said are based on "criteria established by the Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence."
The state is ranked fourth nationwide by the Brady Center for its regulation of firearms, earning 62 out of a possible 100 points. Only California, with 81 points, New Jersey, with 72, and Massachusetts, with 65, have stricter gun control laws, according to the organization.
Senator Steve Saland (R-I-C, Poughkeepsie) announces that the law he sponsored to expand New York State’s DNA Databank becomes effective as of today. The law provides the largest expansion of the state’s DNA databank since it was created in 1994 and represents a joint effort between of the Legislature, the Governor’s Office, and State law enforcement to ensure that New York continues to set the standard in statewide safety.
Western New York has been rocked recently by several high profile incidents involving the hit-and-run deaths of area teens and young adults. The most widely publicized was the hit-and-run death of 18-year-old Alix Rice of Amherst.


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John (Cougar) Mellencamp
Writer(s): John Mellencamp (see lyrics here)
Released: November 2, 1985
First Charted: September 14, 1985
Peak: 6 US, 6 CB, 4 RR, 13 AC, 2 AR, 53 UK, 13 CN, 80 AU, 1 DF (Click for codes to charts.)
Sales (in millions): -- US, -- UK, -- world (includes US + UK)
Airplay/Streaming (in millions): -- radio, 17.1 video, 99.7 streaming
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About the Song:
Singer/songwriter and musician John Mellencamp was born in 1951 in Seymour, Indiana. He released his first album, Chestnut Street Incident, as Johnny Cougar in 1976. Over the next few years, he cracked the top-40 with hits “I Need a Lover,” “This Time,” and “Ain’t Even Done with the Night” before breaking through to a much wider audience with 1982’s American Fool. The album spawned the #2 hit “Hurts So Good” and chart-topper “Jack and Diane.”
The album was the first of five consecutive top-10, platinum-selling albums. Each of the first four produced at least two top-10 hits and he became the #1 album rock artist of the 1980s. While American Fool was his only chart-topper, the 1985 album Scarecrow matched it as his best-selling album with 5 million copies and reached #2. The lead-off single, “Lonely Ol’ Night,” reached #6. Its follow-up, “Small Town,” first charted on the album rock chart in September 1985 and was officially released two months later as a single. It copied its predecessor’s success in peaking at #6 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Cash Box called the song “a rocking homage to the small town of the artist’s life and the small towns of America.” WK Mellencamp wrote it about his life in Seymour and Bloomington, Indiana and being “steeped in the sensibilities of his environment.” DM “Many songs have been written about looking to escape the confines of small town America, but Mellencamp celebrates it…most vividly on this song.” SF It can be viewed as “sentimental nonsense derived from America’s myth of agrarian patriotism. But play this record for audience reared in Brooklyn and they’ll tell you that growing up there felt the same way to them.” DM
Mellencamp did actually move to New York City after he got a record deal, he “felt overwhelmed and creatively bereft” SF and moved back to Indiana. He told Rolling Stone, “I wanted to write a song that said, ‘You don’t have to live in New York or Los Angeles to live a full life or enjoy your life.’ I was never one of those guys that grew up and thought, ‘I need to get out of here.’ It never dawned on me. I just valued having a family and staying close to friends.” WK
He said, “I wrote that song in the laundry room of my old house…We had company and I had to go write the song.” WK He explained that he wrote the words on a typewriter which beeped when he misspelled a word, which amused the guests upstairs. WK He “perfects his latter-day folk-rock (C&W instruments played Rolling Stones-style).” DM
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Trafficked girl AND her family find hope in new future
When it’s too dangerous for a victim of trafficking to return home, Justice and Care believes in going beyond basic repatriation
MAY 2012: Children who have been trafficked are often pushed to their fate by a complex set of circumstances. One main cause is a broken home. Just rescuing these children is not enough. It leaves them with no alternative than to return to the same environment that made them vulnerable in the first place. We believe in going beyond.
When we rescued Lekha* in July 2011 she had been in the brothel for 4 days. She had been sold to a pimp by her step-sister and had been forced to have sex with men who came to the brothel.
Lekha was traumatised by what had happened to her, but her need for time to recover was overshadowed by the desperate situation her family was in. She would burst into tears when she told our aftercare associates about her nine-year-old brother. Her mother had severe mental problems and there was no one to look after him. The children’s father had deserted the family years ago.
It's not difficult to understand that sending Lekha back to her village was too dangerous. Her step-sisters’ family lived close by and could exact revenge on her for testifying against her. We needed to do what we could not just for her, but also for her family. We supported Lekha’s mother with finances and brought her brother’s case before the Children's Magistrate (the Child Welfare Committee) to find a good place for him to be cared for. Her brother, who had never been registered in school before, is about to start school classes for the first time this June. Our team is following up with Lekha’s mother regularly.
And Lekha herself can start to get better, resting in the knowledge that her family is being cared for. She has started taking lessons in reading and writing at the shelter home and will begin a Home Nursing course soon.
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About Dr. Robert O Atlas MD
Dr. Robert O Atlas has the following 3 specialties
- Maternal and Fetal Medicine
- Gynecologic Oncology
Gynecologic oncologists specialize in cancers that occur in the female reproductive system. This includes ovarian cancer, cervical cancer and endometrial cancer, as well as the less commonly talked about female reproductive cancers like vulvar cancer, vaginal cancer and fallopian tube cancer.
In addition to diagnosing the stage of your cancer and recommending treatment options, they’ll provide care throughout your treatment and help you manage your symptoms. They’ll often work closely with a pathologist and a radiologist to properly diagnose you and determine if your cancer is shrinking or spreading throughout treatment. They’re even trained to administer chemotherapy and to perform surgery to remove cancer when necessary.
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
An obstetrician & gynecologist, or OB/GYN, is a physician who cares for women throughout their pregnancies, straight through to the delivery of their baby (obstetrician). They also specialize in annual care, as well as the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the female reproductive system (gynecologist). Many physicians specialize in both of these fields in order to provide complete overall health services to women at every stage of life.
Dr. Robert O Atlas has the following 3 expertise
- Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1
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Dr. Robert O Atlas is Board Certified in 2 specialties
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Self-verified patient of Dr. Robert O Atlas - Posted on August 28th, 2019
A truly caring, compassionate and knowledgeable Doctor. Sadly I lost two children in my 2nd trimester due to an incompetence cervix. After my losses I researched many Doctors and treatments before deciding on consulting with Dr. Atlas. During our first meeting he throughly reviewed my records and clearly explained all of my options without dictating what I needed to do. After many consults with other Doctors and many hours of research on my condition I finally felt in control of my treatment. He gave me hope. I ultimately chose to have a pre-pregnancy robotic trans-abdominal cerclage preformed with Dr. Im and Dr. Atlas. Afterwards during my high risk pregnancy he listened to all my concerns and fears without dismissal, encouraging me to come in anytime I felt anxious. Towards the end of my pregnancy when I started to have complications Dr. Atlas took immediate action ensuring the safe delivery of my beautiful baby girl. His NP and team were incredibly kind and compassionate throughout my high risk pregnancy. I always felt as if I was listened to and taken care of, never rushed or dismissed. I am forever grateful to Dr. Atlas and his staff.
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Self-verified patient of Dr. Robert O Atlas - Posted on August 8th, 2019
Dr. Atlas was the most amazing doctor I have ever encountered. He made sure to listen to me and then give sound advice. He explained everything in detail, the Great, the good, the bad and the ugly. He is thorough and his bedside manner is unmatched. He helped me get to viability and surpass it with my now 10 month old. There needs to be hundreds more Dr. Atlas' in the world.
Self-verified patient of Dr. Robert O Atlas - Posted on June 13th, 2019
I would NEVER EVER recommend this doctor to anyone him or his office! They are very disrespectful. Scams. Hurtful and no remorse for humanity. Please stay far away from this office him and his fake medical team! When he approach you he begin his speech as in “This is the come to Jesus meeting” what type of gothic person are you. There are plenty more specialized doctors in the field. He recommend you to do things before diagnosis medically even when you don’t have a “medical condition” a huge, nasty, disrespectful scam. Be aware.
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Self-verified patient of Dr. Robert O Atlas - Posted on February 21st, 2013
I went to see Dr. Atlas for a second opinion on cause of my second trimester miscarriage and potential myomectomy. He was very pleasant and easy to talk to; also funny which I can appreciate in a tense situation...or anytime. But more than that, he was VERY thorough! He talked with me, performed an exam when our conversation left some holes, even ran a test for an infection that is associated with miscarriage but not commonly checked for. No one else had even mentioned this test to me (he was my 3rd opinion). Then, he called me back within 2 weeks with the results without me even having to call! I would love for him to be my doctor but I don't want to have the restraints of a Catholic hospital....But, if that's not a concern for you, I highly recommend him despite the very long wait to see him...close to 2 hours. Bring a book!
32 Years Experience
Jefferson Medical College Of Thomas Jefferson University
Graduated in 1987
University Of Maryland Medical System
Dr. Robert O Atlas Accepts the Following Insurance
- Aetna Choice POS II
- Aetna HMO
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- Aetna Select
- Aetna Signature Administrators PPO
- CIGNA HMO
- CIGNA Open Access Plus
- CIGNA PPO
- Humana Choice POS
- Humana ChoiceCare Network PPO
- Multiplan PPO
- UHC Choice Plus POS
- UHC Navigate HMO
- UHC Navigate POS
- UHC Options PPO
Locations & DirectionsMERCY MEDICAL CENTER, 345 Saint Paul St, Baltimore, MD
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Children love to explore the world while growing, so it is common for children to develop multiple interests. Children develop a keen interest in music and instruments as they grow. One such instrument is the piano which attracts kids a lot because of its melodious sound. Playing the piano helps reduce stress and anxiety levels; it helps improve hand-eye coordination and boosts self-esteem.
To learn to play, your kid will require a piano. But if you aren’t sure whether your kid would retain interest and not leave it midway, the piano will be of no use. So, how to learn piano without purchasing one? You can rely on some of the best piano learning apps for kids.
These apps provide piano lessons for kids to learn how to play the piano anytime and anywhere. Most of the apps provide free basic piano lessons and in-app premium purchases. You will find a plethora of piano apps if you search it, so here we enlist some of the best piano learning software for kids.
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Flowkey is one of the simplest and best piano learning apps for kids. The app offers piano lessons for beginners and for those who already have some knowledge of the instrument. The app makes it easy for the user to learn piano with the song they like. The app also offers the theory behind the piano, the development of the piano as an instrument and various songs to choose and learn from.
The songs you get to learn are provided from the beginners’ to the advanced learning stage. The app adds pieces of songs that you have learnt to your repertoire. Flowkey app also provides playground sessions, video lessons, and it is compatible with MIDI keyboards.
MIDI is a piano-style electronic keyboard that can be played by attaching a USB or MIDI 5-pin cable to a computer or other musical devices. Flowkey app is compatible with both the Android and iOS platforms.
Simply Piano by JoyTunes
Simply Piano by JoyTunes is one of the most known popular piano learning apps amongst the masses. It has a million users, and you can be one of them too. The app provides the basics of piano, where you learn how to read the sheet music, to the lessons for advanced piano players who play the piano with both their hands.
The app also registers the piano notes you play through the microphone and gives you instant feedback. If you don’t have a keyboard or piano, the Touch Courses in the app turns your device into an on-screen keyboard with the 3D touch.
You can personalise your piano learning on Simply Piano. The app provides various types of music to practise and play. Users can select from a wide range of songs, from the most popular to the classical. Simply Piano is a versatile app with educational and fun learning for any piano learner. The app is available for free for both Android and iOS users.
Yousician is one of the best piano learning apps for kids and adults both. Yousician is an award-winning educational music app with over 1500 lessons, exercises, and missions. The app has various features which make it easy for everyone to learn piano.
The app has a Practice Mode that slows down the songs, which helps build the coordination required to play it at speed. This mode helps to learn songs in part until you master them and could play the whole piece.
It also has the finger position coaching feature for beginners to identify the notes on the music sheet and keyboard with matching colours. It helps beginners to play the piano by just placing their fingers on the matching colour on the keyboard.
The app also listens to how you play and gives real-time feedback. Learners can polish their piano skills on the app with the feedback and lessons created by experienced music teachers.
New songs are uploaded regularly on the app. There is no need to purchase a piano or keyboard as this app has a functional on-screen piano. Yousician app is compatible with desktop, iOS and Android. Your children can opt for any of the options according to their comfort.
This app is a piano game app, but it can be used to develop your kid’s interest in learning piano. The game can be played without any prior knowledge of piano. The users can record the music or can play piano games. Gismart has also won the Best Music App award from Appy Awards.
The app features a realistic piano of 88 keys, where the keyboard switches between nine octaves. The keyboard can be transformed into a dual keyboard and also has a Forte pedal. You can modulate the sound of the keyboard to sound like other musical instruments. You’ll be playing the piano with the sound of a grand piano, guitar, harpsichord, organ or accordion sounds.
There are mini-games in the app which users can play. This app could instil initial interest in piano in your child, which might fructify into in-depth learning. The app is available for free with in-app purchases on iOS and Android platforms.
Magic Piano by Smule
Magic Piano is another interactive and entertaining app where kids can learn and enjoy. The app helps the children to learn the fundamentals of piano. The app allows the user to recreate melodies and chords of popular songs by tapping on the screen. This practice will help them learn fine motor skills and rhythm.
Music teachers, directors, accompanists, and tutors explain what an actual piano score is like in the app. They also teach the student how to read notes and rhythms. Sheet music is available on the app for both beginners and advanced learners.
Users can also listen to other students’ performances and arrange a duet with random players from across the globe. Students earn different badges and achievements by completing levels. Magic Piano app is available for both Android and iOS users.
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Yokee Piano is a fun learning musical app that teaches how to play your favourite song on a digital or acoustic piano. The app is interactive and user-friendly, which makes it easy for the users.
Users can learn lessons on this app quickly. You can play the piano on this app with your friends and can also compete with them. You can challenge your friends by picking up a song and see who can play it better.
Regularly new songs are uploaded on the app for the users to enjoy and learn. Whichever song you opt to learn and play on the keyboard, the app will provide a step-by-step process to play that song. The app has excellent options for pop music. It is available on both Android and iOS for users.
Before your kid starts taking piano lessons with an instrument, it is always better to learn through these apps first and see if they develop a genuine interest in deep learning. You can opt for any of the apps mentioned above and set your child off on their musical journey. For more such informative content for kids, visit the website of the Real School Of Montessori . We care about children and provide them with the best resources to learn and grow most innovatively. Avail a free session at Real School Of Montessori and experience it for yourself.


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This is my friend, Julie. Hi, Julie.
I've known Julie for a long time. We grew up in church together and her Mom played the piano and sometimes Julie would turn the pages for her. That always made me kind of jealous. I don't know why - maybe because she got to stand on the stage? Or because her Mom always had really cool designs on her nails? I know, I have issues.
But I guess seeing all the spiffy designs on her Mom's nails all those years triggered something creative in Julie's mind, because now she's a wedding planner and event designer and she gets to spend all day helping other people nail down their ideal wedding. She gets to play with lighting and cupcake stands and drapery that looks like the set of I Dream of Jeannie. Yes, I'm still jealous.
Julie asked me to come photograph her most recent design show at the Delaplaine Visual Arts Center in downtown Frederick (one of my most favorite places, just in case you were thinking about hiring me for your engagement photos and needed an ideal location - just sayin')and despite being entirely too pregnant, I didn't want to miss out. So I wobbled and hobbled my way from the parking garage to the Arts Center and, as I expected, Julie didn't disappoint.
I'll let the photos do the talking for now, but let me just say this - I wish I'd thought to call Julie when I was wedding planning last year. There were so many choices, so many colors, so many patterns (what the difference is between eggshell and off-white, I'll never know) but Julie has a fantastic way of narrowing it all down and making something lovely out of chaotic ideas.
So if you're in the market for a wedding planning or an event designer or you just need a little sanity, you can check out more of Julie's work with her company, Design Diva in Frederick, MD.
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Denis Akiyama is a Canadian actor and voice artist who voices Tong Si Hung in Deus Ex: Human Revolution. Akiyama also voices Kan Akahashi in Rainbow Six: Vegas and Rainbow Six: Vegas 2; Nobunaga Oda and the Narrator in Onimusha: Warlords; and Silver Samurai in Marvel vs. Capcom 2: New Age of Heroes. he also plays Toru Iwatani (the creator of Pac-Man) in The 2015 action comedy Pixels.
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Ontario and Manitoba join forces to oppose ELA closure
Earth Baby and Democracy Girl (Indessa and Rae-ah Ratuski) were among a dozen protesters outside of Kenora MP Greg Rickford's office on Wednesday, June 13, in the second demonstration calling to ensure federal funding for the Experimental Lakes Area (ELA) in as many weeks. Organizers claim to have collected 11,000 signatures, with an additional 2,500 online. Jon Thompson/Daily Miner and News
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Ontario and Manitoba are speaking with a united voice, calling on Ottawa to reconfigure funding and continue supporting the Experimental Lakes Area (ELA).
The scientific research station is slated for closure in the spring of 2013, due to funding cuts to the Department of Fisheries and Oceans included in federal budget legislation which passed early Friday morning.
In response to a question from Kenora-Rainy River MPP Sarah Campbell in the legislature on Thursday regarding the ELA, Minister of the Environment Jim Bradley said he was "leading the charge."
On June 5, Bradley and Manitoba Minister of Conservation and Water Stewardship Gord Mackintosh addressed a joint letter to federal Minister of the Environment Peter Kent and Minister of the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Keith Ashfield. The provinces called for five federal ministries to share funding for ELA including the Department of Fisheries and Oceans, the Ministry of Agriculture, the Ministry of Natural Resources, the Ministry of the Environment and Health Canada.
"Today, we are recommending that the decision to close the Experimental Lakes Area be deferred and that you explore the possibility of a new operating regime," the letter reads, outlining the five-ministry approach and suggesting universities, provinces and territories be assembled to develop a five-year joint research agenda. "It is only through the collaboration of many and the leadership of the Government of Canada, that this international recognized work has continued for so many years. By joining together as never before, we hope to see the continuation of this valuable effort work into the future for the benefit of future generations."
Neither federal Minister issued a formal or media response but Bradley said his "useful conversation" with Kent that followed gave him hope the federal government would consider the provinces' suggestion.
"I didn't detect a closed door to suggestions that were made in terms of finding another manner of operating it," he said. "We feel it's a federal initiative and continuing federal funding under a different regime might work. We want them to defer the decision so it doesn't close by March 31."
Campbell's question related to a 1993 Canada/Ontario agreement stating the federal government is responsible for completely restoring any of the ELA's 58 lakes used for contaminant studies.
"I am pleased to hear that the Ontario Minister of the Environment is also concerned with this irresponsible decision by the Federal Government," Campbell expressed in a release. "I agree with the Minister that we need to work together to ensure this decision is reversed so the Experimental Lakes Area can continue the outstanding work it has done to aide science, government, industry and conservation groups across Canada and across the world. I will continue to work with the Minister to ensure that the province holds the federal government accountable to the Agreement it signed in 1993."


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Visit and stay at the Hotel Amiral-Fondary in Paris
Enjoying a favored location, the Hotel Amiral-Fondary is ideal for those who want to stay in peace in the heart of Paris. More precisely located in the 15th district, this 3-star hotel is a 15 minute walk from the Eiffel Tower and close to the Exhibition Park at Porte de Versailles. Due to its location near the business district of Montparnasse, the Amiral-Fondary will satisfy the entry of business travelers. At 150 meters from this hotel is the Emile Zola metro station, where easy access to all famous sights of France, including the Champs Elysees, the Arc de Triomphe and various theaters very popular with tourists. Just 10 minutes from the Montparnasse train station, this magnificent hotel is an excellent base for excursions in the region. The hotel area is also served by lines 6, 8 and 10 of the Motte Picquet Grenelle station.
Although located in the center of Paris, Admiral-Fondary is tucked away from traffic and city noise. Inviting them to spend a relaxing, beautiful garden patio leaves no guest indifferent. This non-smoking hotel has 20 rooms to choose from. Each is equipped with air conditioning, a private bathroom and well equipped with a flat-screen satellite TV. A lift serves all floors of the hotel. To provide privacy for guests, all rooms are soundproofed. The disabled focus of special facilities. Living expenses also include free Internet access with Wi-Fi
Before tackling a business day, you can enjoy the patio a good coffee and freshly baked pastries or fresh fruit juice. Upon request, you can also order breakfast in your room. A vending machine is available to provide other beverages.
The reception desk is open at all times. A very friendly staff is responsible for providing various information including visits and tourist activities.
For couples with baby, for an extra bed and a cot are available on confirmation from the hotel. Pets can be brought free of charge in the hotel. Regulations fees can be made by credit card. For a small fee, parking is available near the hotel.
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Reach the Amiral Fondary Hotel in Paris by private car with driver from Roissy CDG airport. The nearest of the Hotel Amiral-Fondary airport is Orly with a journey time of 45 minutes at most. The distance between the two places is only 19 km. The hotel can be reached from Charles de Gaulle airport in less than an hour’s drive. 32 km between the airport and hotel. Starting from Beauvais airport, it should cross 89 kilometers, or just over 1 hour 30 minutes drive conveyed.

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BBC America ‘Preys’ for Hit From Across Pond
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BBC Americahas brought British drama Prey stateside. Set in Manchester, the fidgety-camera thriller depicts a grim female detective chasing down a constable colleague charged with the murder of his family. Brit culture doesn’t always play in the States, but creator Chris Lunt says a good man-against-world story will fly anywhere. “Thrillers are kind of a universal language,” he said. “We can all get behind the idea of an innocent man being blamed for a crime he didn’t commit.”
Working in Lunt’s favor, he learned his craft from watching—and studying—American crime dramas such as 24, Boardwalk Empire and The Shield. “I’m told I write more like an American drama writer than a British drama writer,” he says.
The six-episode series previously aired on ITV. A new season is a possibility. “I don’t want to keep doing the same thing,” says Lunt, “but my relationship with ITV is great, and potentially there’s a new take on it, perhaps.”
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Wow! It's all about location - location - location! Nearly a half acre on the rushing banks of the King's River arm of Table Rock Lake. Water at property, elec available -easy, view bluffs, valley and river. Nothing better than fishing Table Rock Lake and King's River arm is the one of the best locations. Two parcels are available. Owner may consider financing.Also see MLS# 60129609 and *****
HANGAR BUILDING LOTS on Turkey Mountain Airpark Great 3700 ft grass strip in the heart of a Table Rock Lake community. Lots are nearly an acre m/l with water and electricity available. Lots are sloping. Others lots available with MLS#358075 for $30,950
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Nicely sloped lot in an upscale neighborhood. Central Sewer and Water available. Good restrictions to maintain home values. Would be a great lot for a walk out basement. 10 x 24 boat slip available for $25,000.
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The last build-able lot in the Bridgeway Plaza in Shell Knob, MO. a great retail or office location in a Table Rock Lake Community. Shell Knob is a wonderful unincorporated community in the central part of Table Rock Lake about 45 miles to Branson, MO. and about 30 miles to Eureka Springs, AR. The...
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2000 Audi A6 2.7L Twin Turbo – 6 Speed Manual –
Odometer Reading: 170,080 Actual Miles
Title: Clean & Clear
Engine: 2.7L V6 (250 HP / 258 TQ)
Transmission: 6 Speed Manual
Drivetrain: Quattro (Audi’s Legendary All Wheel Drive System)
MPG: 17 City / 24 Highway
Exterior Color : Black Metallic
Interior Color : Black Leather
Options: Leather Sport Bucket Seats, Heated Front Seats, Heated Rear Seats, Dual Zone Climate Control, ESP Traction/Stability Control, Audi Symphony I, CD/FM/AM/CD Changer, Multifunction 4 Spoke Leather Steering Wheel, Lumbar Support, Power Driver Seat, Memory Driver Seat, Power Passenger Seat, Power Mirrors, Power Locks, Auto-dimming Rear View Mirror, Slide & Tilt Glass Sunroof, Auto-dimming & Heated Side Mirrors, Alarm System, Cruise Control, Power Windows, Power Locks, BOSE Premium Sound System, Aluminum Door Pulls, 17” Alloy Wheels, Xenon Headlamps, Front & Rear Foglights, Telescoping Steering Column, Wood Grain Belt-Line Trim, ABS, & Much More!
This is a very cool and rare Audi that needs a bit of love! Powerful 2.7 Twin Turbo V6 engine, 6 speed manual gearbox and Audi’s Quattro system make this vehicle the ultimate AUDI! Being 18 years old it does have its fair share of bumps and bruises but it is a very solid car all around and has plenty of life left.
The wheels and tires are from a 2001 Audi S4 and tires are fresh! Allroad aluminum door blades. Owned by an Audi enthusiast most of its life.
Things to note :
-Airbag Light On (Driver Side Airbag Igniter)
-Check Engine Light Comes On Intermittently For Oxygen Sensor Fault
-Suspension Noise On Front Right (Likely A Control Arm Or Ball Joint)
We are selling this vehicle as is. Perfect for someone that wants to have a manual transmission, all wheel drive, twin turbo beast! Our plan was to swap the 6 speed manual gearbox in a 2003 Audi RS6 but plans changed and we are selling this vehicle to a new home. Strong engine and transmission. Very clean for age and mileage. Lots of life and potential left in this wonderful A6.
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A hero is an ordinary individual who finds the strength to persevere and endure in spite of overwhelming obstacles.
~ Christopher Reeve (September 25, 1952 - October 10, 2004)
Our members and the air traffic controllers seem to be the only people concerned about potentially losing radar contact with airplanes for 20 seconds. The FAA has continued to overlook this problem and failed to respond adequately for months after the initial radar crashes. The FAA must act immediately to fix this problem.


Boy Of 23 Planing To Marry 46-Year-old American Woman:
23-Year-Old Isa Sulaiman who fell in love recently with Janine Sanchez, 46-year-old American Woman, has revealed his reasons for going for an American woman whom he met on Instagram.
Interestingly, Sulaiman claimed it had been his dreams to marry a white woman, stating that Nigerian women and girls are Materialistic and know nothing about true love.
Speaking exclusively to BBC Pidgin, Mr Suleiman unveiled that his woman has flown to Nigeria all the way from the United States to meet with his family for a concrete wedding plans.
“Di truth be say our women no sabi wetin be true love, it is either dem dey eye somthin or dem get plans but if white woman tell you say she love you, bros she mean am from di bottom of her heart.”
He said “We meet after i start to follow her for instagram and if she post pishure i go like am, den afta small time I come see say some Yahoo boys dey try scam her, so I send her message say make she no mind those pipo so dat tin come attract her, e show her say na honest pesin I be. Na dat one first attract her.
Janine told BBC how she met the Family members of her aspiring husband and how they all agree to support their marriage.
Janine also spoke in an interpreted Pedgin English: “I don meet im family more dan 100 of dem and e sweet me say all of dem gree for us to marry, many of dem neva see white woman before, na so dem come dey play wit my hair, dey touch my hand.”
Isa Sulaiman is a student and aspiring footballer whereas Janine is a Californian chef.
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So that's why I'm telling you about The Bells today. Lou Reed's ninth solo album, released between Street Hassle and Growing Up in Public. When I cared about Lou Reed (and I cared, man, I cared) Street Hassle (1978) was his last good album until New York (1989)--which was his last good album until that one with the song about getting an eggcream. As far as I was concerned, there was a whole decade where if there was a difference between Lou Reed and Joe Piscopo, there wasn't enough of one to matter. It was just a big clusterfuck of red joysticks, original wrappers and drum programs.
Well, if any theme has emerged in the narrative of this blog, it's that I used to have bad judgment (now I'm spot on about everything). So, The Bells.
#1: "Stupid Man" - I can't believe I didn't know that Lou Reed had a song mentioning Saskatchewan until a couple of months ago when I heard this song by accident. If I'd heard this at the right age (13/14) it might've changed the course of my life. Maybe not. I'm kinda glad I only heard it now, when I can relate more to the baby daughter lyrics than to the hitch-hiking out of Saskatchewan lyrics.
Right away you know this isn't typical Lou Reed. The song starts with piano, probably electric, then drums and great disco bass line. Lyrically, this is a country song, it's "Memphis, TN" by Chuck Berry. It's the Prodigal Father, trying to get home where he belongs. Nobody's wired on down, nobody's trying to hit it sideways.
Country lyrics, disco rhythm? This is Lou Reed?
#2: "Disco Mystic" - This is the craziest song I've ever heard. It foreshadows "Druganaut" and "99 Problems" at the same time. It's relentless, it's murder, it's brilliant.
#3: "I Want to Boogie With You" - Whatever happened to rock sax?* The first line here, Lou sounds like Flight of the Conchords doing Bowie. This is the first track on the album where Lou actually sings like Lou a little bit, and it's a laundry list of people who don't like him, people who want to see his ship sink, etc. But he just wants to boogie with you, down on the corner. Because he's Lou Reed, that's where he boogies.
#4: "With You" - This is another Lou Reed put-down song, continuing his late-70s collection of songs where he basically shits on people ("Dirt" and "Leave Me Alone" from Street Hassle, "Temporary Thing" from Rock and Roll Heart, etc).
#5: "Looking for Love" - Like "Boogie" this is a riff on Springsteen (who guested on Street Hassle) and built around rock sax. It's a little more downtown-lyrically, a little more Lou Reed-y, but still sorta chooglin'. I think he kinda sounds like the guy from the Violent Femmes on this one, but I guess it's the other way around.
#6: "City Lights" - Rhodes piano, kazoo and found percussion wouldn't sound as good together again until Royal Trux's 1998 album Accelerator. That alb, incidentally, closes with "Stevie (for Steven S.)" which is a tribute to Steven Seagal just as "City Lights" here is a tribute to Charlie Chaplin, another actor better known for his physical presence on screen than for his ability to deliver lines convincingly.
#7: "All Through the Night" - Especially in the 70s, but probably always, Lou Reed was a great recycler of ideas. Here he uses the same overdubbed snippets of conversation effect he used on "Kicks" from 1975's Coney Island Baby. It's used more precisely here, and all the voices seem to be Lou. We hear other people laugh, but always at Lou's bon mots. He says things like "he didn't age gracefully, he aged overnight" or "the drink's aren't on the house, they're on me!" This is actually the song where he sounds like Gord Gano, but I didn't have a lot to say about "Looking for Love".
#8: "Families" - When I think about Lou Reed's family, I think about "Kill Your Sons" from 1972's Sally Can't Dance. It's his presumably autobiographical song about getting electroshock therapy as a teenager and it doesn't paint a kind portrait of his kinfolk. But this is a letter home with heart. Even though he tells his father, "there's nothing we have in common except our names" he shows some real compassion (not Lou's trademark) and there's a genuine sadness to the refrain "I don't come home much no more."
#9: "The Bells" - The title track, the capital city, THE BELLS. Marty Fogel and Don Cherry skulking horns over a sparingly recurring three-note bassline for 5:30 and then! Theremin and Lou talks some nonsense about when actors leave the stage, "looking out he thought he saw a crook, and he hollered, 'look there are the bells!'" Yeah, sure. It's too bad the lyrics are so whiffy, because Fogel and Cherry have really worked up a terrific free-jazz rock dirge and the song weighs a ton for mood and tone and sometimes you just have to go, "Okay, Lou, go ahead."
I bought the album on iTunes, marking the first time I've owned any Lou Reed in any format other than cassette (not true: I have owned White Light/White Heat on vinyl since October, 1995). Which tells you how long it's been since I really, really wanted to be able hear some Lou Reed when the moment struck. According to iTunes, the top five Lou Reed albums are (in order) Transformer, New York, 1969: The Velvet Underground Live with Lou Reed, New Sensations, and Berlin. The first two seem obvious enough, his biggest hits. The live VU album is an aberration (fine though it may be, esp "What Goes On") and has no business in the solo Lou section. Berlin, I can see, that's a pretty harsh album and people who like Lou Reed seem to go for the harsh stuff, same with Sarah Silverman, y'know? But New Sensations? Why not Legendary Hearts or Mistrial? Why not the one with the song about eggcreams? I guess it means that everybody already has Sally Can't Dance and Coney Island Baby in other formats? It bothers me more than it should. I mean, yes, New Sensations has "My Red Joystick" but it also has "Doin' the Things That We Want To". Mistrial, meanwhile, is wall-to-wall brutal. "No Money Down", "Video Violence", "New York City luh-uh-vers, Tell It To Your Heart!"
*Rock Sax? I'm glad you asked! Andre Ethier's Born of Blue Fog came out very late in 2008 and, just like Lou Reed's The Bells, is easily his best work to date. "Cop Killer", maybe the greatest song ever recorded by a Canadian, isn't a Body Count cover, but it does snatch a line from Jay-Z and it has rock sax, bringing this whole thing full circle. Thank you for coming, buy Born of Blue Fog.
EDIT: As Paul points out in the comments, the lyric to "The Bells" is, indeed, "Looking out he thought he saw a brook," according to Lou's Pass Thru Fire (via Google Books).


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All pieces are cast in 14k Solid Yellow Gold. Unless otherwise noted,
all pieces are available as either pendants or pins/tie tacks. Earrings are listed separately.
Full Shaft Iron Golf Club
The Full Shaft Iron measures 1 1/4 inch long. It is available as a left or right swing as a pin or tie tack. Please specify pin or tie tack back when ordering.
Iron Golf Club Head
The Iron Head measures 5/8 inch wide by 3/8 inch high. The Iron Head is available in either right or left swing and as either a pendant or pin. Please specify pin or tie tack back if applicable when ordering.
Iron Golf Club Head Earrings
Iron Head earrings are a right and left matched set of heads mounted on posts or fitted with rings as dangles.
Full Shaft Wood Golf Club
The Full Shaft Wood is available as a right or left hand club. It measures 1 1/4 inch long and is available as a pin or tie tack. Please specify right or left hand and pin or tie tack back.
The Wood Head measures 1/2 inch wide by 3/8 inch high. It is available as either right or left hand and as a pendant or tie tack. Pin is pictured. When ordering please specify pendant or pin and if applicable pin or tie tack back.
Wood earrings are a matched set of right and left Wood Heads on posts.

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History of Science and Technology
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State Policy, Agricultural Research and Transformation of Indian Agriculture, With Special Reference to Basic Food Crops, 1947-1985
Abstract. I investigate the interactions of agricultural science/technology with the political context of Cold War, Third World nationalism, economic development, and modernization needs of India. I will analyze how the U.S. and the Indian government, in association with private agencies, used scientific and technological resources to increase crop production to avert the specter of communism and famine. My analysis of research reports of Indian agricultural institutes challenges the prevalent notion that biochemical resource-based modern agriculture started in India with the introduction of Green Revolution technology in 1965-66. I seek to understand the nature of agricultural research and its correlation with the burgeoning Indian fertilizer industry. My research draws on Indian and American documents including reports of government agencies, newspapers, World Bank, the Ford and Rockefeller Foundations, and Indian Communist Party, U.S. corporate histories, and private papers of public officials in the libraries of University of Pennsylvania, Princeton University, the Chemical Heritage Foundation, and the Hagley Museum and Library.

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Birthday: 12 October 1962, Evanston, Illinois, USA
Birth Name: Carlos Bernard Papierski
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Carlos Bernard was born on October 12, 1962 in Evanston, Illinois, USA as Carlos Bernard Papierski. He is an actor and director, known for 24 (2001), Alien Raiders (2008) and Your Father's Daughter (2012). He has been married to Tessie Santiago since December 30, 2013. He was previously married to Sharisse Baker-Bernard.
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Genre: Thriller, Horror, Mystery
Twelve years after the tragic death of their little girl, a dollmaker and his wife welcome a nun and several girls from a shuttered orphanage into ...

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If you were affected by the Stryker hip recall of July 2012, you should contact a Stryker hip recall lawyer right away to learn about your legal rights and see if a Stryker lawsuit is right for you. A Stryker hip lawyer may be able to help you collect compensation for your injuries, including medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more. If you received a recalled Stryker Rejuvenate or ABG II hip implant, read on to learn more about filing a Stryker lawsuit.
The Stryker hip components recalled led to serious side effects and sometimes required patients to undergo painful revision surgery. If you received a Stryker Rejuvenate or ABG II hip implant, both of which were recalled in July 2012, you may be eligible to file a Stryker hip recall lawsuit and seek reimbursement for your injuries and expenses. Even if you are not currently experiencing common Stryker hip side effects such as inflammation, pain, and metallosis, you should still contact your doctor for an evaluation and speak to a Stryker recall lawyer to learn how to protect your rights.
It is important to speak to a lawyer today to learn about your legal rights and options in a Stryker lawsuit. The lawyers at Bernstein Liebhard LLP have extensive legal experience and have recovered billions of dollars for their clients. In addition to being staunch advocates for your claim, our Stryker recall lawyers also provide personal attention to guide you through the complex litigation process.
You will not be suing your doctor. A Stryker hip recall lawsuit alleges that the manufacturer of the defective Stryker Rejuvenate and ABG hip implants is responsible for failing to inform patients about the possible Stryker hip injuries.
First, see your doctor if you know you received a Stryker Rejuvenate or ABG hip implant. You may have a Stryker hip component even if you do not have a metal-on-metal hip implant. You should also get a medical evaluation even if you are not currently experiencing symptoms. Some symptoms, such as metallosis, or elevated levels of chromium and cobalt in the bloodstream, may be silent or take time to manifest. Your doctor will likely test you for metal ion levels, as well as take x-rays of the hip area to see if the surrounding tissue has been damaged.
Make sure you keep track of your medical appointments and related expenses. Document any visits to the doctor, days absent from work for health related reasons, and any treatments you undergo.
You should also request a copy of your medical records. Even if you are not experiencing any pain and your blood work is normal, ask your doctor for a copy of your medical records. Should an issue arise down the road, it is best to be prepared.
You should be proactive about your Stryker lawsuit, in both seeking medical treatment and legal advice. Don’t wait. Speak to a Stryker recall lawyer today for a free case review.
The main claims alleged in this type of Stryker recall lawsuit include:
If you or a loved one received a recalled Stryker Rejuvenate or ABG II modular-neck stem component, and are experiencing Stryker hip injuries, contact our Stryker recall lawyers to learn more about a Stryker hip recall lawsuit. You may be eligible to receive compensation for your medical expenses, pain and suffering, and more. Call us today for a free and confidential evaluation: .


A comparative study of ZnO thin film and nanorod samples prepared by wet-chemical methods
We present a comparative study of the optical properties of zinc oxide (ZnO) thin film and nanorods prepared by wet-chemical methods. Crystalline thin film and nanorod samples were successfully fabricated on seeded substrates using spray pyrolysis technique and hydrothermal growth method, respectively. The thin film exhibits flake-like grains, while the nanorods exhibit well-defined hexagonal cross sections. Although both thin film and nanorods show similar optical band gaps of 3.26 eV, intense near-band-edge UV emissions at 380 nm, and broad and weak green emissions around 530 to 560 nm, the thin film exhibits higher visible transparency of 66 to 89% and faster ultraviolet (UV) emission lifetime of 30 ps. These results reveal important insights on selecting and designing ZnO-based optical sensors for future biological applications.