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Welcome to my stop on the Hush blog tour!!
As always, big thanks to Xpresso Book Tours for allowing me to join in with the tour, I love doing review tours as it's a great way to discover new books and authors! This week's book is Hush by A.M. Salinger, which is book 8 of the authors' Nights series, although it can be read as a standalone.
Rating: 3 STARS
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Standalone/Series: Nights Series #8 - (Can be read as a standalone)
How I got this book: ARC from Xpresso Book Tours
Tom Sutherland is an arrogant prick. There, I said it. Okay, so he’s also my assistant and I couldn’t survive without him, but that doesn’t make him less of an irritating bastard — Lana
Lana Keele is a witch. A beautiful, frustrating witch placed on this earth to torment me. Yeah, she’s my boss, but she’s still the most maddening creature I’ve ever had the misfortune to cross paths with — Tom
When Lana Keele, president of Keele Industries and only surviving heir to business tycoon Oliver Keele, wakes up in her devil-of-an-assistant’s bed after a drunken night out, she fears the worst. That is, until prissy Mr. Perfect Tom Sutherland declares that she’s the last woman he’d ever want to sleep with.
After surviving four years in the company of the infuriating woman he’d lusted after since his teens, Tom has had just about enough of the unholy siren that is Lana, especially when she turns up inebriated on his doorstep one night and demands sex. Convinced that Lana will never return his affections, Tom decides that it’s high time to get over his unrequited love.
Except Lana doesn’t quite seem to agree with this plan. Not after she sees him with another woman. Not after she confronts him about it. And most definitely not after he succumbs to temptation and kisses her.
As they finally ignite the fire that has burned so long between them, Tom cannot help but be certain that for Lana, this is just about sex. Will he be satisfied with only having the body of the woman he loves and not possess her heart? Or will Lana convince Tom that she truly means to give him her everything?
Hush is the first book that I've read by this author and since I'm always looking to discover new romance authors I jumped at the chance to review it. The synopsis struck me as an enemies to lovers style trope (which I love) and I read the book in just a couple of hours.
It's also the first novella I've read in quite a while and I found myself flying through it.
As it's a novella, the story kicks off straight away with Lana waking up in her assistant's bed with a blazing hangover and no idea what happened the night before.
Tom and Lana's relationship quickly heats up, with the tension between them building rapidly. The chemistry between the two characters sizzles off the page and the love scenes are SUPER descriptive, if a little cringe-worthy at times, but that's just my opinion.
Some of the characters in this book are clearly from the other books in the series but I never really felt as though there was something I'd missed because the author gives a quick overview to introduce each character.
Although this book is categorised as a contemporary romance on Goodreads, I'd personally class it as erotic romance as it seems that the sex is at the forefront of the novella with the plot taking a bit of a backseat.
I did like that the secondary characters in the book were diverse in terms of their sexuality but I was massively confused by the fact that this book is supposed to be set in Shanghai but I think every single character is white. It would have been nice to have some cultural representation going on here, otherwise why choose Shanghai as a setting at all? Unless I'm missing something here....
The writing style was fun and fast-paced and after looking at the synopsis and reviews of some of the other books in this series, I'm definitely interested in finding out what more A.M. Salinger has to offer.
Overall, this was a fast paced, hot read with a simple, fairly drama-free plot and a guaranteed HEA.
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Here is a birthday card I made for a work friend, whose birthday is today.
Ink: VersaFine Onyx Black, Delicata
Cardstock: White, Black, Gold embossed, Doodlebug Design “Meadow”
Stamps: JustRite Now and Forever
Embossing Folder: M-bossabilities Asian (Side A)
Dies: Spellbinders Delightful Circles
Other: Double sided tape, Foam tape
After I embossed a piece of white cardstock with the A side of the Asian M-Bossabilities folder, I sponged over the raised edge with Delicata Ink. I then layered this onto a piece of black cardstock, and then onto a pre-embossed piece of gold paper (sorry, I don’t know who it’s from). This was then added to the white cardbase. The edge of the cardbase was also sponged with Delicata Ink. The use of the Delicata Ink for sponging was inspired by a class I did with Linda Lucas.
Using the Number 2 die from Delightful Circles, I cut a circle, and using the die as a mask, sponged with Delicata Ink. I then stamped the sentiment from Now and Forever set with VersaFine Black Onyx. The circle was then layered on the card with foam tape.
I am entering this card in Southern Girls Challenge “Embrace your Lumps and Bumps”
I also made the envelope for the card. I have finally started using my Envelope Punch Board. The paper used for the envelope was “Meadow” from Doodlebug Design.
Happy birthday Tracey (Lollipop), I hope you’ve had a great day.
Bye for now,

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well the regular normal drones i guess arent enough for us now we want to make them nuclear powered so they never have to land or refuel.......skynet
is almost here
NEW SCIENTIST -- The US Air Force is examining the feasibility of a nuclear-powered version of an unmanned aircraft. The USAF hopes that such a
vehicle will be able to "loiter" in the air for months without refuelling, striking at will when a target comes into its sights.
But the idea is bound to raise serious concerns about the wisdom of flying radioactive material in a combat aircraft. If shot down, for instance,
would an anti-aircraft gunner in effect be detonating a dirty bomb? It raises political questions, too.
To have Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) almost constantly flying over a region would amount to a new form of military intimidation, especially if they
were armed, says Ian Bellamy, an arms control expert at Lancaster University in Britain.
so for this i have to say kinda frankly scares me what uf they crash or go hawyire of us soil that has happend allready and there only soloution is
to shoot them down......so what happens when we have to shoot down a flying nuclear reactor that thinks for its self im normaly all for what ever toys
we use to keep us safe but this seems like a very bad idea.....although the navy problay does like the ability to kamakazi a nuclear powered drone
into that half sized carrier china built.....
and this one wants to make them smart and able to
talk to each other and learn from text...but those are satelites and arent built yet
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I kept the layout simple but added a bit of oomph with pretty designer paper, machine stitching and a spiral clip treatment. I paired the image with a fun "mmm, chocolate" sentiment from a Whipper Snapper stamp set. I did do something different and added white *freckles* to her checks. I'm debating if I like this look or not. What do you think?
Hmmm... now I think I need a bit of chocolate!
Stamps: Piper (Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps), Sweet Impressions (Whipper Snapper). Paper: Always Artichoke, Naturals Ivory, Ivory Perfect Panel (MFT), Aqua Mist (PTI), Jolly by Golly mini deck (Cosmo Cricket). Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black, Copic markers, Inkssentials opaque white pen. Other: silver brads, spiral clip, word window punch, Scalloped scallop edger punch (EK Success), jute (PTI), embroidered ribbon (May Arts), Blue Bayou stitched ribbon (SU! retired), dimensionals, sewing machine and white thread.

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Amazon Web Services (AWS) will teach tomorrow’s lawyers and the wider workforce about the use of cloud computing technologies by way of a school training program.
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We didn't one day decide to become a lean company. Roy, some product folks, and some engineering folks began learning about the lean startup movement and principles on their own. As a product, design, and engineering org we sat and watched the video of Eric's first public talk to Standford students. (we could tell an anecdote here about how I freaked out Eric by tweeting that we were listening to him speak. He replied on twitter WTF, but of course we were just watching the video) Later we were able to convince Eric to come to do a Q&A session with the same audience We can see the vision. We are BigCo lean startup early-adopters. We hope to help fill in some gaps.
Lean Startup at IGN - presentation at SLLCONF 2011


What radio station is Michael Savage radio show in Portland Or?
1550AM Vancouver, WA [& Portland, OR]. Poor reception. Email program director,Dennis Glasgow.
1340AM Corvallis, OR. Poor reception.
1340AM Corvallis, OR. Poor reception.
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He is current not on anywhere. He left the airwaves after winning a legal battle with his Oregon-based Talk Radio Network employer.
The Savage Nation is the radio station that carries Michael Savagein CT. The Newsradio 910 is one of the radio stations that carryMichael Savage in CT.
Radio Disney is broadcast on different radio stations in different cities. It's not possible to direct you to the correct station unless we know where you're located.
Yes on 1530 AM Alex Jones is back LIVE on WCKG by popular demand. The Alex Jones Radio Show can be heard live from 11am to 2pm central. Fan demand in Chicago led to a schedule adjustment putting Alex back on WCKG in his live time slot. WCKG's revamped lineup includes Mancow Muller Sunrise-8am, D…an Patrick 8a-11a, Alex Jones 11a-2p, Mancow Muller Replay 2-6p, and Free Talk Live from 6p-Sign Off. Chicago listeners are glad to have Alex back LIVE! (MORE)
sorry i don't no but if your looking for someone to date or a datless person im the one...my name is Ashley Lopez
Radio Disney is heard on different stations in each city where it broadcasts. In order to tell you the station nearest to you, we'd have to know where you are (the city) when you listen to the radio.
www.mjtunes.com is the correct URL address for the radio station that only plays Michael Jackson.
Well you can go on 107.5 KZL and they have celeb news but you have to have Satelite Radio to here news broadcasts
Yes. Look for stations in your area that play "Adult Contemporary" music. They will often be called "Lite," "Light," "Soft Rock," or sometimes "Mix." The Savage Garden song "Truly, Madly, Deeply" is the most often played, as it still "tests" well in radio station research projects.
Best thing to do is to call the station's request line, and ask the DJ that answers. If he/she doesn't mind you singing, sing your best! He or she will probably tape it and they MIGHT play you back on the air. I stress MIGHT because it's really up to the DJ whether or not they play you back. Don't t…ake it personally if he or she doesn't, there just may be something else going on the air at the time.. Also, call DURING a song not when he or she is talking...you'll stand a better chance that the DJ answers. (MORE)
\ntheres 5 different channels. Syrancuse: AM 1490. Albany: AM 1460. Middletown: 1340. Poughkeepsie: AM 1390. New York: Am 1560
None. You have to stream it online from knew-am. AM690 stopped broadcasting the show last month. There may be a Baton Rouge station that still broadcast
search in google radio disney channel locator. then click the first link. then findyour state/capital and click on it.
Radio stations use a broadcasting antenna to transmit electromagnetic waves at literally hundreds of thousands of watts. This transmission is modulated, (tuned), at a specific frequency between 87 and 108 Mhz.
AM 910 WFDF. Unfortunately, It was bought and sold to Salem MediaGroup. And it is now The World Network. Radio Disney has also leftManhattan NY, Pittsburgh PA, Atlanta GA, Cleveland OH, and otherRadio Disney Stations on 50 states except in LA. As of 2014, It wasannounced that they are selling all st…ations but the one in LosAngeles CA. (MORE)
Michael Savage says to never take it because it is a conspiracy of the evil US government to hoax their own people, and to inject us with unknown evil substances for their own evil purposes. Therefore, he is saying that everyone in the US Government and the doctors, nurses, and scientists who encour…age flu vaccinations based on sound scientific study, are tyrants who are purposefully doping their own people, themselves, and their own families with injected evil substances for evil political reasons. Does that sound like it could be a paranoid delusion to you, as it does to me? It is my opinion as an RN, after I have done years of research on the subject of influenza and flu vaccinations in scientific research and epidemiological world-wide sources, that this is irrational thinking by those who are not medically trained or scientifically educated and who already have irrational fear and suspicion of their own government and of various conspiracies. Only a small fringe of extremist far right conservative US citizens continue to spread this false information, that is also deadly harmful to infants, immune-deficient patients and the elderly. Michael Savage is not a medical professional, or a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) or World Health Organization (WHO) world scientist. Those who are medical professionals, infectious disease scientists, as well as the independent research from world wide sources that I have done, have proved that these do much more good than harm. No medication is without risks, including Tylenol and Aspirin. However, it is well established, after millions upon millions of doses of the same vaccines given throughout the world over a period of decades, that the risk from the use of flu vaccines is lower than the risk of these two common over-the-counter drugs. The decades of use of flu vaccines, which have been made the same way with the same ingredients over all those years, have shown very very few untoward reactions to the vaccines given the numbers of doses. Please see for yourself the information about problems with flu vaccinations that has been studied over the past 30 years (at least), which was recorded from information given directly by individuals with reactions themselves, or by their medical professionals, at the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS) website at the link provided below in the related links section. The incidence is so low that the safety and efficacy of the influenza vaccines has been proven over and over again. Michael Savage was a fringe extremist conservative American radio talk show host. He is the host of The Savage Nation , a nationally syndicated talk show that aired on Talk Radio Network across the United States. This is not your best source for accurate medical information. These shows rely on fear and making you fearful. Irrational fear mongers on TV and radio must create a convincing fearful situation to keep their ratings up and to keep people listening in fear. Providing sound medical advice is not a part of the plan. While I agree that the US seems to be becoming a more savage nation, especially in light of all the recent gun violence, it is not the government that is becoming more savage, it is too many of the people, in my opinion, and much of that is driven by the fear that these talk show hosts and "news" media personalities generate with false information. The facts are that more people die without the responsible use of flu vaccinations. Besides having your own protection and protection for your family, and community, your vaccination also protects those who have no choice and can not get a vaccination themselves. They depend on the rest of society getting their vaccinations for protection by reduction in the total numbers of infected people spreading the virus. This group of people, who can not get their own vaccinations, includes every baby under six months old . Pro-lifers must have a real dilemma when they listen to incorrect information like this, since not getting their own vaccinations puts every one of these infants in their vicinity at risk for death from a simple case of the flu. The same is true for the immuno-compromised and some elderly. The same group of people who can not take a vaccination themselves are also those who often succumb to ordinary infectious diseases and the flu and die. Your getting yours is their only protection. If you do not, then you are one more person who could expose them to what is, for them, a very deadly virus. Please see the related questions below for more correct medical information. (MORE)
According to tunein.com, there are no radio stations in South Dakota which broadcast Savage Nation . You may, however, listen online or find a station that is not located in South Dakota.
That depends on where you live. There are several different radio stations that broadcast Radio Disney in different parts of the country. There are also a lot of places in the country where you can't hear any Disney station on the radio. Go to the Radio Disney website. On the first page, there'…s a choice to help you find a Disney Radio station near where you live. (MORE)
Here's a website that gives you the city, state, radio station, number on the dial, days and times of the show, and how long it's on each day. http://radiotime.com/options/p_20626/The_Savage_Nation.aspx With that, we've done everything but listen to it for you. That part is up to you.
You could request it call them and ask them if they could do that for now on you might change every radio stations!
Michael Savage's show is no longer available in Seattle. He was on at 6pm on 770am KTTH the Truth, but apparently his contract expired. The slot has been filled by one John Gibson radio show. He can't hold a candle to Savage. Mike will be missed.
Unless it's a satellite, the only way to do this is to get a big antenna (like 20 FT long) -You don't necessarily have to point it up. Just try to keep it off the ground.
There is no radio Disney airing in Vermont currently. However if you live close enough you may be able to get these signals from neighboring states. Albany NY: 1460 Poughkeepsie NY: 1390 Middletown NY: 1340 New York NY: 1560 Boston MA: 1260 *Hartford CT: 1550 *Hartford Connecticut is… most likely too far for signal. Hope I helped! (MORE)
There are at least 100 different radio stations, all at 910 on the dial, in different parts of the USA. Each one is a separate business with no connection to any of the others. You haven't mentioned where you're located, so there's no way we can help, even if we were willing to phone up your …local station for you. Best suggestion is for you to listen carefully for a while, catch the call letters of the radio station, then dial 411, ask for the phone number of that station, call them up, and ask them what time they air the Savage Nation. (MORE)
He is on a few different AM stations in Philly area. 990, 1180. Not sure of the exact times but Im pretty sure its midday or evening. 1020 in Atlantic City area b/w noon & 3pm weekdays. SPREAD THE TRUTH!
Paul Harvey Aurandt, the news and commentary broadcaster whose radio and TV career under the name "Paul Harvey" spanned more than five decades, passed away on February 28, 2009 .
In March 2005, America Right talker Michael Savage stated that satellite radio should be censored by the Federal Communications Commission. Savage claimed that his lawyers were working on getting him off of both satellite services because he didn't want to be associated with the type of talk present…ed by hosts who frequently use obscene language. His show, "The Savage Nation" left the XM and Sirius lineups the following week. (MORE)
Talk 1550 Vancover WA. I am getting 2 different call letters though. KKOV and on the 1550 Talk Streaming site KKAD/AM in used.
The only Radio Disney affiliate in Oklahoma is KOCY at 1560 AM in Oklahoma City. (An enormous coincidence ... this contributor was the morning-drive DJ on KOCY in Oklahoma City in the very early 1970s. Trust me ... it wasn't Radio Disney at that time.)
not currently, but you can listen to him on prisonplanet.tv for less than 15 cents a day.
Since W.I.N.D. dropped him....no-one. Try this link. Its out of Indiana. At least you can hear it live on the Internet.
just read 1100 am will carry 2 hours of savage. Double check, but i think it's from 5 - 7 pm
Michael Savage is a syndicated talk show host (currently syndicated nationally by Cumulus Media), and as a result, the list of affiliates carrying his show will be subject to change, depending on whether a station renews its syndication agreement or not. But he can also be listened to online, even i…f your local city does not have an affiliate. Mr. Savage's website may have further information about live broadcasts of his programs, and there is also a service called TuneIn that lists when his shows are on the air. I enclose both links. (MORE)
KFYI was recently taken over by FOX. Then the Murdocks got caught up in the Eavesdropping scandal . So to appease the Liberal media they removed the only bastion of truth and justice available to those in the valley who hunger for freedom and reality.
WIND radio station in Chicago dropped The Michael Savage Show for the same reason it dropped Bill Bennett's morning talk show: they are too conservative and the station was afraid they would limit their advertising revenue. I don't think ratings had anything to do with it.
One of them is KFNX 1100 AM from 7-9pm (they only play 2 hours of his 3 hour show though).
Various AM stations carry weather, but in the US, the National Weather Service (NOAA) channels are above the FM band, around 162 Mhz. There are special settings on some FM radios that can pick up these frequencies.
None. The new owners of 770 KisKOB AM, Cumulus Broadcasting did not agree with Savage's opinions and intend to keep him off the air in New Mexico. His show was taken off the air the week before Christmas and replaced with a shortened time delayed version of the Mark Levin show. Cumulus owns the Levi…n show. Strangely the Levin show, all threehours, will continue to be brodcast on KKOB's sister station 1050 KTBL AM. Your only option in New Mexico is to listen on the internet. Thanks Cumulus. (MORE)
LIVING IN THE NEW YORK METRO AREA. I have never heard of Hits Radio. the phrase- the Hits just keep coming- was and is associated with WCBS-FM l0l.l MGHZ in the FM band. Back in the sixties WABC AM 77 ( 770 kilocycles) was then styled Musicradio WABC and ran a heavy hits-oriented format and also the… documentary angle on Oldies called Retro-Rock a bit later. up to a point WABC laid the egg that CBS-Fm hatched on the Oldies front. (MORE)
Not that I can find but I e-mailed WTN and I said I would have a response Monday 2-06-2012
1160 Real Talk from 12 noon until 3PM is the radio station broadcasts show in Cincinnati for Michael Savage.
Because it allows to transmit radio signals and thus act as a source for the radio wwe herar.
None at the moment. He was taken off of KCMO 710 AM for Mark Levin.
He is on KSTE Radio (650 AM) which says its signal reaches the San Francisco bay area. He is also online via streaming audio from a number of his affiliated stations.
The following radio stations carry The Glenn Beck Program in the state of Pennsylvania: Chambersburg 103.7 WEEO-FM Mon-Fri 9a-12p Sat 6a-9a Erie 1400 WJET-AM Mon-Fri 12p-3p Sun 12p-3p Franklin 1450 WFRA-AM Mon-Fri 9a-12p Sat 12p-3p Harrisburg 580 WHP-AM Mon-Fri 9a-12p Sat …7p-10p Hollidaysburg 1290 WFBG-AM Mon-Fri 9a-12p Sat 6a-9a Sun 7p-10p Johnstown 1490 WNTJ-AM Mon-Fri 9a-12p Sat 6a-9a 990 WNTW-AM Mon-Fri 9a-12p Sat 6a-9a Lancaster 1390 WLAN-AM Mon-Fri 9a-12p Sat 7p-10p Lewistown 670 WIEZ-AM Mon-Fri 9a-12p Meadville 1200 WKST-AM Mon-Fri 9a-12p 1490 WMGW-AM Mon-Fri 9a-12p Sat 12p-3p 1230 WTIV-AM Mon-Fri 9a-12p Sat 12p-3p Philadelphia 106.9 WWIQ-FM Mon-Fri 9a-12p Pittsburgh 104.7 WPGB-FM Mon-Fri 10a-12p Mon-Fri 9p-10p Sat 3p-4p Sun 5p-6p Scranton 94.3 WTRW-FM Mon-Fri 9a-12p Sat 12p-3p Selinsgrove 1380 WMLP-AM Mon-Fri 9a-12p Sun 12p-3p State College 103.1 WRSC-FM Mon-Fri 9a-12p Sat 6a-9a Sun 7p-10p Stroudsburg 840 WVPO-AM Mon-Fri 10a-12p Sat 6a-9a Warren 1310 WNAE-AM Mon-Fri 9a-12p Whitehall 790 WAEB-AM Mon-Fri 9a-12p Sat 3p-6p Williamsport 1400 WRAK-AM Mon-Fri 3p-6p 1200 WRKK-AM Mon-Fri 3p-6p York 910 WSBA-AM Mon-Fri 9a-12p (MORE)
Savage is now syndicated by Cumulus, and they own KTKZ in Sacramento. KTKZ offers a "conservative talk" format. The Savage show and KTKZ would seem to be a natural match, but as of Savage's debut on October 23, KTKZ is sticking with the Lars Larson show. Larson is OK, he's filled in for Savage in th…e past, but he ain't Savage. Will be interesting to see what happens with this one. Savage's former Sacramento station is owned by Clear Channel, but KSTE hasn't announced any intention to clear their schedule for Savage. (MORE)
Ross Mitchell whoworks at KKOH. He currently hosts Reno's Morning News on weekdaymornings from 5 a.m. to 9 a.m.
The Howard Stern Radio Show is broadcast by satellite radio on Sirius XM. Sirius offers two channels devoted to Howard Stern and his broadcasting, Howard 100 and Howard 101 which replay the Howard Stern Show all day, every day.
The Edmonton radio station providing sports radio talk shows is known as Team 1260. Several different presenters, including Mark Spector and Jason Strudwick host talk shows relating to golf, football, baseball and many other sports.
The radio transmitter is the electronic device that generates aradio signal, adds information to it (sounds of music, news , sports, weather etc.),amplifies it to a comparitively high power, and couples it to an antenna so that itcan be radiated out to receiving devices at considerable distance. Ex…actly the same basic functions as the section in your cellphonethat connects your called number and your voice to a cell tower some miles away. (MORE)


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James Zabiela sets sail with the latest release on his Born Electric label here with the debut release of 2018 in the form of ‘Vines’. A track that nearly never saw the light of day according to the man himself.
“Vines was originally an unfinished piece re-appropriated for the mix that didn’t really make sense until I built the remainder of the song into the mix. It only felt ‘finished’ after I came up with some lyrics and spent time mangling them through my OP1 sampler. I found fun glitching them out with some broken tape deck effects.”
The those lyrics truly are the key element of the Original track, flowing and floating over the palette of beautiful textured pads and chords that appear through the intro, building towards the sharp, heavily swung beat, a groove which takes you instantly, a chunky yet delicate slice of electronic goodness filled with emotion.
Luke Abbot‘s Earlham Mystics project provides one of the remixes, and it certainly picks the pace up and raises the energy levels. Turning the track into a more energetic, club ready track with the looped vocal which filters in and out over the intro building anticipation of the keys and synths which bring a more uplifting house track feel and a real contrast to the original.
The HOLOVR remix on the other hand is a much more ambient affair with layers of soft delicate keys, arpeggiator synths, dreamy atmospherics, and a bouncy subby bass line. A trippy, acid tinged, intelligently constructed take on the original, full of hypnotising melodies which combine to spine tingling effect.
You can buy the EP >>> HERE

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Babysitting is a great way for young adults to make some extra cash while providing a valuable service to families. As a babysitter, it`s important to have a contract in place that outlines the expectations and responsibilities of both the babysitter and the family. A babysitting contract can help prevent misunderstandings and ensure everyone is on the same page. Here are some important things to include in a babysitting contract:
1. Names and Contact Information
The contract should include the names and contact information of both the babysitter and the family. This includes phone numbers, email addresses, and physical addresses. This will make it easier to contact each other in case of emergencies or changes in plans.
2. Dates and Times
The contract should clearly state the dates and times that the babysitter is expected to work. This includes start and end times, as well as any additional hours or days that may be required. If the schedule changes, the contract should be updated accordingly.
3. Payment and Rates
The contract should outline the payment rates and terms. This includes how much the babysitter will be paid per hour, and whether there are any additional fees for things like transportation or late nights. It should also specify how and when the babysitter will be paid.
4. Duties and Responsibilities
The contract should clearly state the duties and responsibilities of the babysitter. This includes things like feeding and changing the child, putting them to bed, and engaging in age-appropriate activities. It should also specify any household duties that the babysitter is expected to perform, such as cleaning up after the child.
5. Safety and Emergencies
The contract should outline safety procedures and emergency protocols. This includes things like who to contact in case of an emergency, what to do in the event of a fire or natural disaster, and where to find first aid supplies.
6. Liability and Insurance
The contract should specify liability and insurance policies. This includes things like who is responsible for damages or injuries that occur during the babysitting session, and what insurance policies are in place to cover any accidents or incidents.
7. Termination and Cancellation
The contract should outline the terms for termination or cancellation of the agreement. This includes things like notice requirements, fees, and procedures.
In conclusion, a babysitting contract is an important tool for both babysitters and families. It helps prevent misunderstandings and ensures that everyone is on the same page. By including the above items in your contract, you can help ensure a successful and positive babysitting experience for all involved.

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When zucchini is abundant, this seems to be one of my family’s favorite ways to use it – simple and extremely tasty! If you want it for breakfast – eliminate the chicken!
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Open the cans of crescent rolls, unroll the dough, and place the dough into the bottom of an 11x15-inch baking pan. Do not separate the rolls. Press the edges of the dough up the sides of the pan to make a shallow crust. Spread the honey mustard over the dough.
Place the zucchini and a few tablespoons of water into a saucepan over medium heat, cover, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, and cook the zucchini until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and set the zucchini aside. Place the onion in a large skillet with butter over medium heat, and cook and stir until the onion is translucent, 5 to 8 minutes. Stir the cooked zucchini and chicken into the onion, and mix well. Let the mixture heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Spread the zucchini mixture in an even layer over the crust.
In a bowl, beat the eggs with salt, black pepper, basil, oregano, and garlic powder; pour the egg mixture over the zucchini. Sprinkle the cheese over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven until the egg mixture is set and the cheese is browned and bubbling, about 20 minutes.
Per Serving: 457 calories; protein 24.3g; carbohydrates 29.3g; fat 25.4g; cholesterol 129.5mg; sodium 942.4mg.
Eat good breakfast to start the day had become a good habit. It’s a fabolous way to start my 24 hours off healthfully. The sugar hit from the pickle tree wakes me up and gives me power to take on the morning. Sugar is more vilified as the evil of all disease, but fruit is also loaded with fibre, which is best for your stomach system and helps keep you feeling full all day , and not want likely grab a snack out of the vending machine before lunchtime.
Make fruit a at 7.00 clock habit is simple . Simply put the sweetness in your refrigerator next to the sweet drink or on the bench next to your grain bowl , or beside your coffee maker or tea kettle — about anywhere where you’ll see it. Before you eating the rest of your food , eat your fruit. If you’re not usually a breakfast person.

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New Demo - Case Conrad
Case Conrad are a five-piece alternative pop band from Sweden.
Following tours in Europe and the USA in support of 2010 album Dew Point, the band moved to Barcelona to record their forthcoming follow-up LEIKKO, which they say “possesses hints of stadium greatness with its poppy echoing drumbeats and dreamy synth sounds.”
The songs featured on the album describe “the locations and the people that the band met during their DIY-tours after the release of their debut album: from copper thieves of New York to the poets of New Orleans, from bonfires in Louisiana to houseboats in Hamburg.”
Having just signed a deal with FatCat Publishing, the Swedes also released a new video for their single Copper Thief off their new LP LEIKKO, which will come out on vinyl on February 15.
You can also Lonely Lightly Low Shine on our player below and visit our Soundcloud demo page for more.

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The Indian Space Research Organisation reached another milestone when it successfully launched its heaviest rocket yet, the GSLV Mk-III D1 aka ‘Naughty Boy’, carrying a 3,136 kg communication satellite GSAT-19 at 5.20 pm from its Sriharikota base on June 5.
Both, President Pranab Mukherjee and Prime Minster Narendra Modi tweeted congratulatory messages.
It was not the satellite, but the rocket that was on test. The success put India in an exclusive class of countries which have been able to put satellites into geosynchronous orbits.
(Pre-launch Picture Courtesy ISRO)


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Update on NJ case to unmask our school kids (Opinion)
As you know, we've been following the progress of the lawsuit filed against the governor, health commissioner and education commissioner to unmask school kids.
NJ attorney Bruce Afran joined me on Friday morning to share that earlier this week the governor's attorney refused the request from the plaintiffs to disclose the information they used to justify Executive Order 251 which mandated schools require all kids to wear a mask all day.
Despite the overwhelming evidence that I have shared from scientists and doctors over the past year illustrating the physical and psychological harm mask wearing may cause, and despite the fact that when comparing mask-mandated areas to non-mask areas, the spread is virtually the same — this includes the comprehensive Danish Study that explained why you should not rely on masks to stop community spread, the government persists.
Now they refuse to share any data to justify the decision and have been called out in court. Afran's team has a decision to make. Either fight in court to compel the release of information or go for the win early to stop the mask mandate.
Hear Bruce explain why he's leaning toward getting the information even though it will delay a decision for a couple weeks.
Thanks to Bruce Afran and other NJ attorneys fighting back against unethical, unconstitutional, immoral and un-American mandates; including Dana Wefer and John Coyle.
Stay tuned, the war is just getting started.
The post above reflects the thoughts and observations of New Jersey 101.5 talk show host Bill Spadea. Any opinions expressed are Bill's own. Bill Spadea is on the air weekdays from 6 to 10 a.m., talkin’ Jersey, taking your calls at 1-800-283-1015.


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text: Dr. Handley gave me my life back! By the time I found Dr. Handley and his staff I had given up on myself and was on the verge of dropping out of grad school due to extreme symptoms of uterine fibroids. He offered me an option when other practitioners had insisted on a hysterectomy. He was honest about the procedure and took the time to explain realistically what outcome I could expect. Needless to say, the procedure went well and I was able to alleviate ALL the major symptoms I was experiencing. I would give his office 10 stars if I could.

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There Is a World ElsewhereOf the emperor Nero's mother segues effortlessly into an account of his own mother's arrival in Mexico City at the turn of the century Allusions to masterpieces of art and literature decorate the stories drawn from his underprivileged childhood and his medical training Dr Crussi's abundant knowledge compassion and wit inspire in his readers an avid appreciation for the elouent translation of his vocation into literature.
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12-06-2012 11:36 AM
I am so happy. My score has risen 40 pts since 11/19/12. I am so excited and determined. The reason being is because my balance on my cc went down 28%. Also, a question I have I recently sent the CRA a copy showing that judgements on my credit report has been satisfied. Will this bring my score up some more.
12-06-2012 11:41 AM
Hello. Unfortunately satisfied judgments do not help your FICO, if someone were to do a manula review, IE applying for a mortgage they would look upon a satisfied judgment more favorably.
Ultimately you want to have the judgment vacated. Call the attorney that got the judgment againt you and try and negotiate them filing the forms to vacate, if the judgments come off it will give you a score boost. Cant say how much of a boost because it depends on the other information in your file.
Congrats on the 40!
12-06-2012 12:32 PM
Congrats on the increase! What other accounts do you have reporting negatively or what is your overall credit mix? Provide some more information so we can let you know how to increase your scores further.
12-06-2012 12:59 PM
I have two charge off accounts from macy and new york and company. macy is 1175.00 and new york and company is 880.00. i have the two judgments from tower loans which are satisfied. I also have one late payment on a car loan that i have paid off in 2010. i also have doctors bills that have been paid but are still reporting on my credit report.
12-07-2012 06:05 AM
The charge offs and judgments are killing your score. Try and work out with the attorneys to vacate the 2 judgments, may have to pay them the filing fee and a little for their time. The charge offs I assume are still owned by the OC, you'll need to work with them on a settlement or payment plan. If you could PIF then you could try a PFD. I dont know much about the medical bills.
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Recent albums from two acts playing a highly recommended show in Providence this Sunday evening occupy the Ear Bliss spotlight this week. Hailing from Chicago, Angel Olsen began as a folkie of sorts before branching out her sound. Her new album Burn Your Fire for No Witness is her debut for reputable indie Jagjaguwar Records and it’s an incendiary beauty of folk rock with Olsen’s simmering voice at its core. Let’s get down to business.
“Burn Your Fire for No Witness”
On the new release by singer/songwriter Angel Olsen called “Burn Your Fire for No Witness,” the songs come across more as personal moments of the two-to-five minute variety without necessarily having a beginning or an end and left for interpretation. Then based out of Chicago, it was Olsen’s 2011 debut full-length album called “Half Way Home” that created the initial buzz. An absolutely spare affair, she was pure folkie on the record. Olsen’s primary calling card prior to that album was her work as a member of Bonnie “Prince” Billy’s touring band. Towards the end of her run with Billy, Olsen began to dive into her own songwriting the fruits of which found their way onto “Half Way Home.” It was one of those records that sneaks up on you in a quiet way and Olsen slowly, but surely, began to build a following thanks to it. Enter highly respected indie Jagjaguwar Records to take Olsen on the next step of her journey. On her debut for the label called “Burn Your Fire for No Witness,” the sonic palette behind Olsen’s voice and songs expands greatly. Now residing in Asheville, N.C., the album features 11 of those aforementioned “personal moments” moving running the emotional gamut from hurt to happiness. The musical accompaniment is varied and interesting from the driving crunch of “Forgiven/Forgotten” (Olsen handles all the guitar work) to the minimalism of “Dance Slow Decades” and “Enemy” to the full-throttled exuberance of “Hi Five” to the psych-out of “High & Wild” to the country underpinnings of “Lights Out.” Even with beefier instrumentation, never does it overwhelm Olsen’s captivating voice. The sum total is an album which instantly grabs ears. Visit www.jagjaguwarrecords.com .
Angel Olsen and Promised Land Sound play at Club Fete in Providence (103 Dike St.) on Sunday evening. Doors are at 7 p.m. and music starts at 8 p.m.
Promised Land Sound
Paradise of Bachelors Records
Upon hearing the initial strands of Nashville-based band Promised Land Sound’s debut record for Carolina indie Paradise of Bachelors Records, aural flashbacks of the The Jayhawks circa-1989 and the album Blue Earth came rushing back. I couldn’t say if it was the guitars or the harmonies, but twangy rock with a serious side of chooglin’ that the band kicks out on its self-titled debut is certainly old school alt country to these ears. Named for a Chuck Berry classic, Promised Land Sound arose out of Nashville’s highly fertile garage scene, one that has yielded the likes of bands like PUJOL, JEFF the Brotherhood, and Turbo Fruits. Its members dabbled in that scene playing in bands before joining forces in search of something more country and soul. Promised Land Sound was born and it began attracting ears almost immediately. First was Jack White who released a live 7-inch of the band on his Third Man record label. The band would soon after land with North Carolina-based indie Paradise of Bachelors Records who released the band’s self-titled debut last Fall. Groove, twang and soul are all over the nine songs comprising the album. Think everything from Creedence to the Flying Burrito Brothers to “Sweet Virginia”-era Rolling Stones to the folk-soul of Jim Ford. Promised Land Sound on this debut album is in a 1970s Southern timewarp, and a good one, at that. For a band where no member has crested the quarter-century mark as of yet, it’s a pretty impressive feat to tap so convincingly into another era. Visit paradiseofbachelors.com.
Son Volt front man Jay Farrar is on a solo tour that brings him to the Narrows Center for the Arts in Fall River, Mass. (16 Anawan St.) on Friday evening. Show time is 8 p.m.
Hailing from the home of Thurston Moore and Dinosaur Jr., and drawing from the fertile music community that is Western Massachusetts, Northampton-based Potty Mouth are all-parts smart-pop craftswomen, specializing in taut, infectious, C-86 influenced indie pop meets '77 punk perfection. The band comes to Fete in Providence (103 Dike St.) on Saturday night with doors opening at 7:30 p.m. Also on the bill are Fleabite, Littlefoot and Lost Twin.
The music Brazilian/roots powerhouse Matuto is at the crossroads of those lively Brazilian sounds and American roots music. The six-piece returns to the Music at Lilypads (27 North Road, Peace Dale) for an appearance on Saturday night. Doors are at 7 and music begins at 7:30 p.m.
The Rank Strangers with Chris Monti provide the acoustic entertainment at the Wood River Inn (Main Street) in downtown Wyoming, R.I. on Sunday evening. Good food and good drink and the fun begins at 6 p.m.
Dan Ferguson is a freelance music writer and host of The Boudin Barndance, broadcast Thursday nights from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on WRIU-FM 90.3.


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How to Soften Neufchatel Cheese
Place measured amount of Neufchatel in microwavable bowl. Microwave on HIGH 10 seconds or until slightly softened.
Prepare as directed, substituting 2 pkg. (10 oz. each) frozen leaf spinach, thawed and well drained, for the chopped blanched fresh spinach.
Use Your Microwave
Assemble recipe as directed; cover with wax paper or paper towel. Microwave on HIGH 5 to 6 min. or until heated through, turning after 3 min.


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Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) for Multiple Sclerosis
Many of us with MS become disillusioned with traditional medicine and therapies, especially if and when we are diagnosed with secondary progressive MS (SPMS) that can’t be treated with disease modifying treatments (DMTs) such as beta interferon.
When I was diagnosed with SPMS a few years ago I couldn’t see the point in carrying on injecting myself once a week with a drug that made me feel worse for five days out of seven when most neurologists agree that DMTs are not affective for SPMS. I stopped treatment immediately but it made me feel vulnerable, like I was giving in to the progression of my condition.
This is when I started fighting back and researching complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) to see if there was anything else I could do. I wanted to regain some control over my situation and feel like I was doing something proactive.
Once I started looking into it, I realized how much there was out there that claimed to help symptoms — and in some cases reversed MS altogether! Below are some of the more well-known CAMs.
In acupuncture, invisible lines of energy that run under the surface of the body are stimulated using fine needles. According to Chinese philosophy, the body’s healing response to illnesses can become unbalanced if motivating energy, called qi (pronounced 'chee'), is disrupted, so stimulating this using fine needles can help.
Acupuncture seems to offer short-term benefits for some people. There is little research into the benefits of acupuncture for MS but what there is suggests some improvement in symptoms such as pain, anxiety and fatigue.
Many MSers around the world swear by cannabis as a treatment for spasticity, pain and bladder problems, but it remains a controversial treatment given that in many places it is still illegal even for medicinal use.
The CAMS study, involving 660 participants around the UK, had mixed results for the effects of cannabis on spasticity and other symptoms. Other research suggests some improvements in mobility and neuroprotection, protecting the brain from damage caused by MS.
Sativex is a licenced, cannabis0based mouth spray that can provide relief for people who don’t respond well to standard anti-spasticity medication.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)
Also called oxygen therapy, this involves breathing oxygen through a mask in a pressurized chamber similar to a diving bell.
Anecdotal evidence suggests HBOT can be helpful for fatigue and bladder problems, but research into HBOT has found no evidence that it is effective.
HBOT can be found at many MS treatment centres and usually involves an initial, intensive course of 20 sessions over a month with follow up treatments at less frequent intervals.
I have HBOT treatment at my local treatment centre and I find it gives me a boost — but often the effort of getting there on a Saturday morning outweighs the benefits, and I think a good rest at home after a week at work makes me feel just as good!
This involves stimulating points on the soles of the feet to induce therapeutic effects on different parts of the body.
A number of studies found improvements in bladder problems, muscle strength and spasticity but it was unclear if the improvements were as a result of reflexology or massage.
Another study used a survey method to investigate CAMs in general and the results highlighted reflexology as one of the most popular therapies used by people with MS.
Finding What's Right For You
There are many more CAMs to choose from but the trouble with CAMs is that, compared with conventional medicine, there isn’t a lot of published research evidence into which might be of benefit. We all need to shop around and see what is most helpful for our specific symptoms. The cost of this can add up, but your local MS treatment centre may offer subsidized treatments.
Another thing to think about is safety. Just because a treatment is “natural” doesn’t mean it doesn’t have side effects and can’t interfere with mainstream treatments. It’s important to let your neurologist or other healthcare professional know what other treatments you’re having.
For me, the best CAM to investigate is diet. It’s the most important thing when trying to give yourself the best chance of maintaining good health. There are loads of diets tailored to MS, so investigate what you can realistically follow and make some changes. I cut out gluten and dairy a few years ago and the benefits for fatigue, weight loss and general health have been amazing.
None of these CAMs will cure MS but some will make you feel better, especially short-term, and they will all make you feel like you’re doing something proactive to manage your symptoms.


I currently have a 4-5 year old sony home theater system. It came with a receiver and all the required speakers for a 5.1 setup. Now my question is will the speakers work with a newer receiver. Here is a link for my current system.
I know that the Onkyo receiver supports 6-16 ohm impedance and the speakers that came with the sony setup use a 6 ohm impedance. My biggest question is can I the sony speakers without a possibility of them blowing out because of overload etc.
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The death of a former Doctor Who director who fell down an escalator in Banbury was an accident, a coroner has ruled.
Christopher Barry, 88, of East End, Hook Norton, died in hospital on February 7 this year, just hours after falling down an escalator at Debenhams in Castle Quay shopping centre.
An inquest held at Oxfordshire Coroner’s Court last Thursday heard how Mr Barry – who worked on the BBC show between 1963 and 1979 – was taken to Horton General Hospital via ambulance. He suddenly stopped breathing and doctors were unable to revive him.
A post-mortem revealed the cause of his death was a fractured pelvis and coronary heart disease.
The pathologist, Dr Lucie Winter, said it was not possible to establish whether a cardiac event happened before the fall or after.
Assistant coroner Nicholas Graham said: “The difficulty is understanding whether the cardiac event precipitated the fall, or whether it happened as a consequence of the fall. It is frustrating we can’t separate them out.” CCTV findings found Mr Barry was alone when he stepped onto the escalator, carrying a bag of shopping, but the footage was not clear enough to see what happened after.
His son Robin Barry said his father was very active right up until his death and had even driven to France recently.
Mr Graham said: “I think this is a case of what we would call an accidental death. It was an unforeseen event with tragic consequences. This was an accidental death after a fall on an escalator in Debenhams.
“Mr Barry was taken to hospital where he died soon after from complications arising from his injuries.”
He added the conclusion should not imply negligence on anybody’s part.
A statement from Hook Norton Parish Council said: “In Hook Norton Christopher was known for his liberal humanitarianism, wit and intelligence.
“Over the more than 20 years he spent in retirement in Hook Norton, Christopher and his wife Venice were active members of the community, members of the Film Society and Literature Society, and took a keen interest in the development of the village, its architecture and ecology.
“In his time as chairman of the parish council, he was a staunch advocate of local democracy, abhorred bureaucratic obfuscation, and stood up for the voice of the common man in a world where it often seemed no-one was listening.”


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An enchantment of the heart! The night had been enchanted. In a dream or vision he had known the ecstasy of seraphic life. Was it an instant of enchantment only or long hours and years and ages?
The instant of inspiration seemed now to be reflected from all sides at once from a multitude of cloudy circumstances of what had happened or of what might have happened. The instant flashed forth like a point of light and now from cloud on cloud of vague circumstance confused form was veiling softly its afterglow. O! In the virgin womb of the imagination the word was made flesh. Gabriel the seraph had come to the virgin’s chamber. An afterglow deepened within his spirit, whence the white flame had passed, deepening to a rose and ardent light. That rose and ardent light was her strange wilful heart, strange that no man had known or would know, wilful from before the beginning of the world; and lured by that ardent rose-like glow the choirs of the seraphim were falling from heaven.
Are you not weary of ardent ways,
Lure of the fallen seraphim?
Tell no more of enchanted days.
The verses passed from his mind to his lips and, murmuring them over, he felt the rhythmic movement of a villanelle pass through them. The rose-like glow sent forth its rays of rhyme; ways, days, blaze, praise, raise. Its rays burned up the world, consumed the hearts of men and angels: the rays from the rose that was her wilful heart.
Your eyes have set man’s heart ablaze
And you have had your will of him.
Are you not weary of ardent ways?
And then? The rhythm died away, ceased, began again to move and beat. And then? Smoke, incense ascending from the altar of the world.
Above the flame the smoke of praise
Goes up from ocean rim to rim
Tell no more of enchanted days.
Smoke went up from the whole earth, from the vapoury oceans, smoke of her praise. The earth was like a swinging swaying censer, a ball of incense, an ellipsoidal fall. The rhythm died out at once; the cry of his heart was broken. His lips began to murmur the first verses over and over; then went on stumbling through half verses, stammering and baffled; then stopped. The heart’s cry was broken.
The veiled windless hour had passed and behind the panes of the naked window the morning light was gathering. A bell beat faintly very far away. A bird twittered; two birds, three. The bell and the bird ceased; and the dull white light spread itself east and west, covering the world, covering the roselight in his heart.
Fearing to lose all, he raised himself suddenly on his elbow to look for paper and pencil. There was neither on the table; only the soup plate he had eaten the rice from for supper and the candlestick with its tendrils of tallow and its paper socket, singed by the last flame. He stretched his arm wearily towards the foot of the bed, groping with his hand in the pockets of the coat that hung there. His fingers found a pencil and then a cigarette packet. He lay back and, tearing open the packet, placed the last cigarette on the window ledge and began to write out the stanzas of the villanelle in small neat letters on the rough cardboard surface.

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Bill Watts will not be attending the George Tragos/Lou Thesz Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame in Waterloo, Iowa next weekend according to a report by Dave Meltzer. Watts was scheduled to be inducted into the Class of 2013 Hall of Fame at the Dan Gable Museum. No details are known at this time as to why Watts will not be appearing. It was announced last week that Ric Flair, who was also scheduled to be inducted into the Class of 2013, pulled out of his appearance in favor of an autograph signing in Los Angeles.
Source: The Wrestling Observer/Figure Four Online


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For commercial banks and large finance companies, "loan agreements" are usually not categorized although "loan portfolios" are often broadly characterized into "personal" and "commercial" loans while the "commercial" category is then subdivided into "industrial" and "commercial real estate" loans. "Industrial" loans are those that depend on the cashflow and creditworthiness of the company and the widgets or service that it sells. "Commercial real estate" loans are those that repay loans but that depend on the rental revenues paid by tenants who lease space, usually for extended times. More granular categorizations of loan portfolios exist but these are always variations around the larger themes.
Prior to entering into a loan agreement, the "borrower" first makes representations about his affairs surrounding his character, creditworthiness, cashflow, and any collateral that he may have available to pledge as security for a loan. These representations are taken into consideration and the lender then determines under what conditions (terms), if any, they are prepared to advance money.
Every day, there are tens of thousands of these agreements signed in the United States by families looking to build their first home and by businesses looking for that next great investment. The construction loan agreement is a short term loan agreement. These types of loans are never made for permanent financing of a project, but simply to help progress construction along or to help finance the initial groundbreaking.
Defined and addressed in the contract are the issues concerning the agreement. First and foremost, the rights and obligations of both parties must be defined in the written contract. Termination of contract and termination fees should also be included. Commonly, you will find the interest rates and other applicable fees included in the agreement.


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Dark Chocolate Avocado Mousse has a not-so-secret ingredient, but one that sure is unique when it comes to desserts, the avocado. This is a non-dairy vegan friendly mousse will all the great qualities of traditional mousse- it’s thick, creamy, velvety, rich in flavor, and pairs perfectly with ripe fruit. It’s full of healthy fats, fiber, and nutrients in comparison to most mousse recipes, not to mention it’s absolutely delicious!
As I mentioned in my first tribute recipe to St. Patrick’s Day in the previous post, here is another recipe tribute to St. Patrick’s Day. Now I know what you’re thinking, “McKel, this isn’t green…”. Ah ha! But it is made with something that is green, the avocado. Ode to the avocado, I truly have a thing for avocados. From the dinosaur looking thick skin on the outside, to the moment you slice the diameter of the avocado to reveal that absolutely beautiful natural ombré of green to yellow. The comparison to their exterior to interior is actually quite poetic to their soft and delicate nature inside (am I getting too hipster for you here?).
The flavor and texture profile of avocados have always enticed me; they’re sweet, buttery, and nutty with a rich, creamy mouth feel simultaneously, subtle but hold their own flavor when mixed with other foods. A great example of this is a favorite of mine, an avocado with fresh squeezed lime or lemon juice and sea salt. It’s so simple yet so tasty, the citrus notes and a little sea salt shines a spot light of the flavor profile in the avocado. On the other hand, the avocado acts as the supporting cast when combined with something as rich and strong in flavor as my other beloved, dark chocolate.
Avocados occasionally get a bad rap because of the high fat content. Sometimes I find myself wanting to scream to the rooftops “Don’t fear fat!”, especially the good kind. Most of us (no fault of our own) have been brainwashed by the media, friends, magazine articles, and even medical and nutrition professionals by the low-fat craze that hit us by storm in the 90’s. Well friends, the 90’s are over, and they want their avocados (and punk rock grunge T-shirts) back!
Avocados are one of the smartest fat fuels I can think of. They’re one of my go-to foods anytime I want something filling, nutritious easy, and of course delicious. Avocados are great for regulating blood sugars due to the high amounts of fiber and healthy fats, both of which take longer to digest. The fat contained in the avocado is also considered heart healthy due to the balance of homocysteine by vitamins B6 and folic acid. Both of these B vitamins help regulate the amount of homocysteine levels (this is a good thing, as higher homocysteine levels are a risk factor for heart disease). These green beauties are also a “beauty” food as they contain high amounts of anti-inflammatory nutrients, phytochemicals, antioxidants which help fight free radicals, not to mention vitamins and minerals which support hair, skin, and nails.
Nutrient breakdown of the AVOCADO
- Healthy fat | 15g/100g in the form of mono-unsaturated fatty acids: omega-9, oleic acid (9.1g) and omega-6, linoleic acid (1.7g), small amounts of omega-3 fatty acids, linolenic (0.13g) and alpha-linolenic (0.11g)
- Fiber | 7g of fiber/100g
- Protein | 2g/100g
- Vitamin K |
- Vitamin E
- Vitamin A
- Vitamin B5, B6, Folate
- Vitamin C
- Potassium | more than a banana!
- Phytonutrients | phytosterols
- Carotenoids | lutein, neoxanthin, neochrome, chrysanthemaxanthin, beta-cryptoxanthin, zeaxanthin, violaxanthin, beta-carotene, and alpha-carotene
- Carotenoids are fat-soluble phytonutrients (a.k.a. they love to be paired with fats), this makes the avocado the perfect vehicle for your body to soak up these goodies
- Antioxidants | selenium, manganese, zinc, and vitamins C and E
FACT // If you’re allergic to latex, you may experience a cross-reaction with avocados (similar to bananas, pineapples, kiwis, mangos, passionfruit, strawberries, and chestnuts), this is known as the Latex-fruit allergy syndrome. This is due to the enzyme chitinases. I would exercise caution if you’re allergic to latex when eating these fruits. The good news is, when these fruit are heated their enzymatic properties change (chemistry class 101); this deactivates the enzyme. In other words, you could grill/cook avocados and the like to decrease this enzyme.
Back to this delicious recipe using the almighty avocado! This avocado mousse is a perfect display of the avocados subtle nature in flavor, as it plays back up to dark chocolate and contributes to the velvety, creamy, and thick texture of the mousse.
- 2 large avocado (or 4 small)
- 1/4 cup of unsweetened vanilla almond milk (adjust to your desired thickness)
- 2 tablespoons of raw organic cocoa powder
- 1/2 bar of your favorite high quality dark chocolate, melted
- 2-3 dates, pitted
- 1 tablespoon of coffee/espresso
- 1/2 teaspoon of organic vanilla extract
- GARNISH //
- 1 tablespoon of cacao nibs (optional topping)
- 1 tablespoon of shredded coconut (optional topping)
- fresh berries
- Melt the dark chocolate over a stovetop (or microwave safe bowl).
- Combine the melted chocolate sauce with the remaining ingredients in a blender or bowl.
- Combine all the ingredients using a high speed blender (or a hand mixer).
- Blend or mix until creamy and smooth.
- The texture will resemble a fluffy mousse.
- Spoon into a bowl or wine glass (for some flare) and garnish with toppings of your choice.
Have you tried using avocado as a dessert? What’s your favorite way to eat avocado? Comment below, I’d love to hear your recipes! Remember to share this recipe with your fellow chocolate lovers if you like it, I sure would appreciate it.
Have a great weekend,


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These 3-ingredient slow cooker grape jelly meatballs only take 5 minutes of prep to make a fun appetizer for game day or holiday parties.
Slow cooker grape jelly meatballs are a classic party appetizer and crowd-pleaser that’s great for game days or as a cocktail appetizer for holiday parties. With only 3 ingredients and 5 minutes of prep time, it’s quick to throw together but has plenty of room to build on the flavor.
You can use BBQ sauce or chili sauce in this recipe with some grape jelly as a base flavor profile. Try adding in some smoked paprika for a smoky aftertaste, or spice it up a little with some chili powder or cayenne. You can even use the sauce to cook some little smokies instead.
It’s a pretty simple recipe that’s more of a guideline really since there’s not much to it. Throw in some toothpicks or mini forks to make this a fun appetizer to serve at holiday parties, potlucks and family gatherings. If you’re looking for something sweet and spicy with some pineapple in it, try these sweet heat meatballs instead. Or if you’re just an all-around meatball fan and want something to toss over some pasta, try these slow cooker Italian meatballs. Back to the recipe, let’s have some fun making some meatballs!
SLOW COOKER GRAPE JELLY MEATBALLS RECIPE TIPS
- Meatballs – I used homestyle frozen meatballs. You can put them in the slow cooker directly from frozen; there’s no need to thaw them out. You’ll only need to thaw them out a little if they are frozen together, so they separate easily.
- Grape jelly – I used the 20 oz. bottle of Welch’s brand grape jelly for this recipe. If you’re not a fan of grape jelly, you could substitute with a 14 oz. can of jellied cranberry sauce instead.
- BBQ sauce – I used the original Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ sauce but some variations use Heinz chili sauce instead.
- Stovetop method – Cook on medium heat in a covered Dutch oven for 30 minutes or until the sauce is hot and bubbly.
- Spice it up – Add some cayenne or chili powder to give these meatballs some heat.
- Make it smoky – Add some smoked paprika to give these meatballs a smoky flavor.
- Little smokies – Substitute meatballs with 2 (14 oz.) bags of little smokies to enjoy the sauce with other finger food.
And that’s about it. The flavor you get out of this really is surprising for such a simple, 3-ingredient recipe but there you have it. If you do make any variations, I’d love to hear about them in the comments below. Enjoy your meatballs!
For more 3-ingredient recipes, try out this cream cheese sausage dip, or an easy Alfredo sauce to have with some pasta. Or try some 5-ingredient recipes like honey garlic chicken, meatball pasta bake, herbed ranch chicken, Everything Bagel salmon, or this slow cooker three-packet roast.


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|The developer of the Keystone XL pipeline doesn't have to reimburse attorneys who defended Nebraska landowners against the company's efforts to gain access to their land, the state Supreme Court ruled Friday.
The high court's ruling resolves a dispute that was triggered when TransCanada Inc. filed eminent domain lawsuits against 71 Nebraska landowners in 2015, only to drop them later amid uncertainty over whether the process it used was constitutional.
"We conclude that none of the landowners established that they were entitled to attorney fees," Chief Justice Michael Heavican wrote in the opinion.
Omaha attorney Dave Domina argued that TransCanada owes his clients about $350,000 to cover their attorney fees. Domina said the landowners clearly asked for representation in the eminent domain cases, and TransCanada should pay their attorney fees because the company effectively lost those cases.
A TransCanada attorney, James Powers, argued that the landowners failed to prove that they actually paid or were legally indebted to Domina or his law partner, Brian Jorde.
"We're pleased the Nebraska Supreme Court agreed with our legal position," Powers said Friday. Domina said he respected the decision but was disappointed for his clients.


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Adoptable Pets of the Week at Mantua PetSmart
Call (856) 318-6870 for more information about our adoptions!
Luigi is a silly and happy two year old boy who is full of energy! He is house trained, super affectionate, and will keep you laughing.
Bella is a 2 year old, girl looking for her forever home. Sadly Bella was surrendered to the shelter by her family who did not want her anymore. She is now with us making the best of it, all the volunteers are falling in love with her. Bella is a playful, cuddly girl who enjoys any attention she gets.
Felix is a really cool, 8 year young guy. Social, friendly and extremely purrable, Felix is a really sweet boy. He has been waiting a while now for his forever home.
Baby, It’s Cold Outside!
While the weather outside is frightful, A Voice for Paws wants to share some tips to help you make sure your pets stay warm, healthy and happy in the chilly days ahead.
- Know your pet’s limits! Some animals are more susceptible to the cold than others, so adjust the amount of time they stay outside.
- Check the hood – cats often sleep in the wheel wells of cars during winter months to keep warm.
- Wipe their paws! During winter walks, your dog’s paws can pick up all kinds of toxic chemicals – salt, antifreeze, or de-icers.
- Keep them leashed! More pets become lost in the winter than any other season because snowfall can disguise recognizable scents that would normally help them find their way home.
- Avoid the ice – not just on the roads & sidewalks, but frozen ponds & lakes, too!
- Leave them home! Just as hot cars are dangerous for pets in the summer, cold cars pose a threat as well!
- Be seen! With Daylight Savings making it darker earlier, keep yourself and your pet by wearing reflective gear.
- Give them shelter! Ideally, all pets should live inside, but if your pets live outdoors primarily, bring them indoors during sub-zero temperatures and give them more food to replace energy lost from trying to stay warm.
- Be prepared! Winter brings extreme weather that can cause power outages. Have an emergency plan and make sure they include your pets.
- Be careful with decorations. Many shiny new decorations look like fun new toys to your pets – especially glass ornament balls and tinsel!

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Stencil a wooden frame with a honeycomb and add a bee for a sweet room accent.
Make these heart-shaped pendants for Valentine's Day.
Save loving memories in a mixed media journal.
Send Valentine greetings with this high-flying critter.
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Shower your Valentine with sweets in these tin buckets.
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Hematological parameters are useful indicators for assessing the physiological conditions of Sturgeon in response to stress, pollutants and physiological and ecological changes. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of nitrosomonase and nitrobacter in removing ammonia and on blood and serum indices of Huso huso .Four treatments were designed with densities of bacteria (0, 101, 103, 105) in 100 ml with three replications were performed using 120 sturgeon fish with an average weight of 200 ± 800 g and a length of 55±2 cm in 12 fiberglass tanks (4000 liters per each 10 fish) for 12 weeks and two weeks of initial compatibility. Based on the results, the highest amount of ammonia was observed in treatment 1 (control) with significant difference (p≤0.05) with treatment 3 and no significant difference with other treatments. Ammonia levels were not significantly different (p≥0.05) between the hours measured in each treatment. Among the blood parameters, only neutrophil was significantly different in treatments (p≤0.05). Serum blood parameters such as aspartate aminotransferase (AST), alkaline transferase (ALP), keratin phosphatase (CP), total protein and alanine aminotransferase (ALT) were not significantly different (p≥0.05). Lactic dehydrogenase (LDH) had a significant difference with other treatments (p<0.05). Nitrosommunos and nitrobacter had a positive effect to remove ammonia from the water of the culture environment and had no negative effect on the physiological conditions of sturgeon (huso huso) blood parameters.

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YPASG Livestock Group Workshop 3 featured Dr Lyndall Short discussing the importance of trace elements in sheep and how to interpret appropriate levels in blood tests. Since last meeting, Lyndall took tests from the sheep of several members and discussed the results in relation to the feed, age and condition of the sheep tested. Adequate trace element nutrition has very significant implications of growth, reproduction, immunity, lactation as well as production of fibre and meat in livestock. Copper, cobalt, selenium and occasionally iodine are of most importance in production animal systems. Take home messages included 1/selenium is perhaps not as low on YP as we are led to believe (or we are supplementing sufficiently), 2/ there are copper deficient areas close to the coastal regions of YP, 3/ Vitamin B12 supplement is essential all year round, 4/ you cannot tell which trace element is lacking in stock as clinical signs are similar, therefore blood testing is essential. Blood testing also provides a better understanding of your flock levels of trace elements are considering any treatments being used and is a valuable tool in assessing for deficiency or toxicity. Blood testing allow implementation and monitoring of future supplementation programs, improves fertility and growth aspects of flocks where deficiency is a problem and makes farming systems more profitable by improving animal health.
This exciting trial, funded by GRDC, took place from the 12th to the 16th of August. Four spreader types – Amazone, Kuhn, Bogballe and Vicon, along with ute spreaders were part of an intensive study in combination with snail bait varieties, Meta, Metarex, Slugga and Slugout to assess the efficiency and spread combinations. Weather conditions were also taken into account with a weather station set up in the paddock. Russell Nichol attended from Victoria to input data and create result graphs, along with GRDC reps, Adelaide University staff, SARDI scientists, spreader company representatives and YPASG staff. The testing took place entirely on Ashley Wakefield’s property with results to be written up in Ground Cover and distributed to YPASG as soon as they are available.
There have been major changes since Alkaline Soils first event the “Stalking Snails Day” in 2000.
Major breakthroughs in snail management have included;
- greater understanding of snail species and snail behaviour
- use of summer treatments to reduce snail numbers
- earlier baiting to control snails before egg laying, including “baiting before moisture events”
- knowledge of bait degradation due to UV light in the Summer Autumn period
- improved harvest and grain cleaning technologies and practices
However snails have continued to spread across SA and snails were a major problem in Southern Australia in 2010- 11.
After comparing weather patterns and snail populations since 2000, and also studying SYP farmer Mark Bennett’s 2010 snail control practices. It became obvious there is an opportunity to improve snail control through better monitoring of February March snail movement. Mark baits snails as soon as he sees snail slime on bare soil areas, eg. around gateways.
In 2010 there was significant rainfall on February 18th & 19th , March 8th and March 19th to 21st . Significantly better snail control was achieved in areas that Mark baited within a few days of the 19th of March rain.
I am currently working with SARDI, SA Uni and YPASG to monitor snail behaviour 24 / 7 using remote time lapse cameras.
2013 Remote Sensing Project Observations
Following a hot dry summer White Italian snails were observed mating at Wild Dog Hill road Warooka on March 27 and March 30 during very light showers of rain.
Snails were active at Warooka during late March early April, moving about one metre, coming across bait with minimum moisture eg light drizzle, overnight fogs and dews. Snails moved from two to three metres during and following the April 21 rain event.
White Italian snails began egg laying at Warooka on Sunday 21st of April during a 12 mm rainfall event and continued to lay eggs during subsequent moisture events. White Italian snail egg clusters were smaller than usual and egg laying stopped when they reached dry soil during the April 21 egg laying.
Conical snails were observed mating a fortnight later than the White Italian snails.
Pick an area with high snail numbers and monitor snail movement over the February to May period to optimise snail control. Do not assume snails are idle because you do not see them moving during daylight hours.
Suggested techniques to try.
- Use two different colour pressure pack paints to mark snails in two small areas ie on summer weeds, area of stubble or fence post and regularly check if they have moved
- Apply a light rate of bait to a small area and use different colours to mark snails at; 0.5 & 1.5 metres from the bait and check every few days if snails are around the bait
- Look for snail slime on bare soil areas eg in gateways adjacent to roadsides or areas where there are higher snail numbers
- Squash snails to see if they are pasty or moist & ese a torch to monitor snail movement before sun rise
- Register for SA snail alerts. Email your; Name, Location, Mobile number or Email to your nearest Grower Group or Michael Richards Email; firstname.lastname@example.org Mobile; 0427 547 052
- Join the On Farm Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/113788338706121/ for regular updates, pics & video clips on snail behaviour & farming news
- Check for snail updates on the YPASG Website www.alkalinesoils.com.au
Kristin McEvoy has joined YPASG in the role of Project and Funding Coordinator and brings a wealth of experience to the group with experience in farming, education and journalism.
At the 2012 annual Ag Ex Forum, the YPASG was named the Grower Group of the year out of a group of 15 similar support groups statewide. A framed certificate and $2000 was received by YPASG. This is a great achievement – thank you all members and partners for your continued support.
Don’t forget that the 2012 Sowing Guides are available. Click here
Landline is to feature trials of the Harrington Seed Destructor that took place on Yorke Peninsula in late Deccember 2011. The story will be aired this Sunday, 19 February at midday.


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If you own a business, you get to call the shots. Decisions about services, rates, location and staff are all yours to make. You can choose whom to hire, what jobs they’ll do and how they’ll be compensated. But you don’t get to say whether a given worker is considered an independent contractor or an employee. The IRS makes this distinction, and it’s based on an employee’s role and relationship to the employer.
Why Misclassification Happens
By law, employees and independent contractors can be treated very differently. Employees may receive benefits like health insurance and pension plans. An employer is responsible for withholding income, Social Security, and Medicare taxes from an employee’s wages, and must pay unemployment taxes and cover employees on workers’ compensation insurance. Employees are protected by labor laws like the Fair Labor Standards Act and may be able to access paid medical or family leave benefits.
Independent contractors get none of that. Employers don’t have to pay any taxes on a contractor’s wages and don’t have to provide any benefits. They have little responsibility to their independent contractors at all, other than the terms laid out in the agreement between the two parties.
Employers looking to save money sometimes decide to treat employees like independent contractors to save money on all those “extras.” Cutting benefits would save the average employer about 30% of its compensation costs. Employers that misunderstand how classification works see this strategy as a savvy way to save money without cutting staff. In other cases, employers misclassify employees simply because they don’t understand the difference between the groups.
Consequences of Misclassification
Misclassification is considered a type of wage theft. Benefits are part of an employee’s total compensation, and withholding the benefits to which an employee is entitled is illegal even if the employer does it unknowingly. Misclassification also deprives the government of tax revenue, so a report of this kind of violation will generally get the Department of Labor’s attention.
An employer that is found to have misclassified an employee will be required to pay any back taxes and back wages that are owed to the IRS and to the employee. It’s pretty rare to be fined for misclassification, although employers may be penalized if they fail to pay the back taxes and wages they owe.
Employees are often the ones who make the DOL aware of their own misclassification. Because these employees miss out on benefits and protections they’re owed, they’re likely to be angry with the employer. And because employer misconduct stories spread quickly over social media, even an unintentional misclassification could tarnish an employer’s reputation.
How to Classify Workers Correctly
Understanding the difference between employees and independent contractors is something a lot of business owners struggle with. The IRS suggests that employers consider three key categories when determining how to classify workers: behavioral control, financial control and the relationship between the employer and the worker.
There are key differences in all three areas that separate employees and independent contractors. When you’re trying to correctly classify a specific worker, ask yourself questions related to each of these areas:
Behavioral Control: As the employer, do you control how a worker does his or her work? Do you instruct the worker on when and where to work, what equipment to use and where to get work equipment from? Do you train the worker to complete the work in a specific way? If so, the person is probably an employee.
An employer controls the result of an independent contractor’s work, but not how the work is done. The contractor can work from anywhere and at any time, using whatever means he or she chooses.
Financial Control: As the employer, do you cover business expenses for the worker? Do you reimburse the worker for most or all of the business expenses they incur? If the business had a large loss one month and a large profit the next, would the worker’s earnings remain about the same? If so, the worker is probably an employee.
An independent contractor is self-employed and has a financial stake in his or her own business. Contractors are generally responsible for their own business expenses, unless they negotiate something specific with a client. They can deduct business expenses on their income taxes.
Relationship Between the Parties: As the employer, do you provide any benefits to the worker? Will the relationship continue indefinitely, as opposed to having a set end point or end goal? If so, the worker is probably an employee.
An independent contractor is typically contracted for a set period of time, with an expectation that the worker will either move on to other work or start another contract when the original contract is satisfied. And again, an independent contractor generally doesn’t receive any employer-provided benefits.
Employee classification is more complicated than many employers realize. Making a mistake now could leave you on the hook for thousands of dollars in back taxes later on. If you have questions about classifying workers, our team is here to help. Contact us and register for our free webinar Independent Contractors: Avoiding Misclassification on July 16 at 1:00 PM EST.


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Q. What information does the Reuther have to aid in research about the old aquarium on Belle Isle?
We do not have an abundance of material on Belle Isle, but what we do have can be found in the Mel Ravitz Papers, Part I. Specifically, in boxes 21, 27, 34, and 44. We also have Belle Isle photographs in our audiovisual holdings, including shots of animals in their tanks at the aquarium.