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Jim's Reading Room
- where romance mixes with intrigue, mystery, comedy, life, and, of course, love.
*NEW* The Firefighter and the Marine cast of characters
The Long Road (book 1)
Continuing Down The Long Road (book 2)
Aaron's Journey Down The Long Road (book 3)
An interview with Aaron
Heading Down The Long Road (book 4)
The Long Road cast of characters
*NEW* The Firefighter and the Marine
Love Across Time
Handi-capable
Wednesday Briefs
Book review: Christmas Lights by RJ Scott & V.L. Locey
Buy Links: Amazon US | Amazon UK | Universal Link
Length: 26,000 words approx.
Cover Design: Meredith Russell
Owatonna U Series
Book #1 - Ryker - Amazon US | Amazon UK | Universal Link
Book #2 - Scott - Amazon US | Amazon UK | Universal Link
Under the Christmas lights strung outside a snowy Minnesota cabin, Ryker and Jacob face a future where nothing will be the same again.
Fortunate timing means that Ryker and Jacob can spend a few days together over Christmas in a cabin on the family farm. What's better is that Scott and Ben are coming as well, with Hayne and Ethan in tow. Ryker can't imagine a better way to spend time with the man he loves, and the friends he misses, and somehow he knows that this Christmas will be the best one ever. Hockey on a frozen pond, kisses under Christmas lights, and sharing time with Jacob are the best gifts he could ever receive.
Long distance relationships are brutal, Jacob can attest to that fact. So, when Ryker gets a few days off over the Raptors' Christmas break, the hard-working Minnesota farmer is beyond thrilled. When they find out that their buddies from Owatonna U. are making the trip as well, the holidays are looking to be just about perfect. Jacob has a question for Ryker burning in his heart, and he isn't asking for much—just a few fun-filled days with old friends and a yes from the man of his dreams.
USA Today bestselling author RJ Scott writes stories with a heart of romance, a troubled road to reach happiness, and most importantly, a happily ever after.
RJ Scott is the author of over one hundred romance books, writing emotional stories of complicated characters, cowboys, millionaire, princes, and the men who get mixed up in their lives. RJ is known for writing books that always end with a happy ever after. She lives just outside London and spends every waking minute she isn't with family either reading or writing.
The last time she had a week's break from writing she didn't like it one little bit, and she has yet to meet a bottle of wine she couldn't defeat.
She's always thrilled to hear from readers, bloggers and other writers. Please contact via the links below:
Email RJ rj@rjscott.co.uk | Facebook | Twitter | BookBub | Instagram | Pinterest
USA Today Bestselling Author V.L. Locey – Penning LGBT hockey romance that skates into sinful pleasures.
V.L. Locey loves worn jeans, yoga, belly laughs, walking, reading and writing lusty tales, Greek mythology, Torchwood and Dr. Who, the New York Rangers, comic books, and coffee. (Not necessarily in that order.) She shares her life with her husband, her daughter, one dog, two cats, a pair of geese, far too many chickens, and two steers.
When not writing spicy romances, she enjoys spending her day with her menagerie in the rolling hills of Pennsylvania with a cup of fresh java in one hand and a steamy romance novel in the other.
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New from Sam Burns: Wren & Oak (Rowan Harbor Cycle #9)
Buy Links: Amazon US | Amazon UK | Universal Link - Exclusive to Amazon and Available to Borrow with Kindle Unlimited
Length: 45,000 words
Cover Design: Melanie Farlow @ Clause & Effect
The Rowan Harbor Cycle Series
Book #1 - Blackbird in the Reeds - Amazon US | Amazon UK
Book #2 - Wolf and the Holly - Amazon US | Amazon UK
Book #3 - Fox and Birch - Amazon US | Amazon UK
Book #4 - Hawk In The Rowan - Amazon US | Amazon UK
Book #5 - Stag and the Ashe - Amazon US | Amazon UK
Book #6 - Adder and Willow - Amazon US | Amazon UK
Book #6.5 - In Any Light - Amazon US | Amazon UK
Book #7 - Eagle In The Hawthorn - Amazon US | Amazon UK
Book #8 - Salmon and the Hazel - Amazon US | Amazon UK
Jesse's only priority in life is protecting the people he loves, so he's determined to see Rowan Harbor's wards rebuilt. There's just one problem: they're missing an ingredient that can't be ordered online.
Jesse volunteers to search for the missing component in the realm of the fae, but his boyfriend, Sean, isn't letting him go alone. The town has an enemy among the fae, so they'll need to keep a low profile. Along their way, they find unexpected allies, surprising enemies, and a whole host of problems.
The journey is a test of their endurance, but also of their relationship and their faith in each other. Can they find what they need and get back home in one piece in time for the summer solstice?
Sam wrote her first fantasy epic with her best friend when she was ten. Like almost any epic fiction written by a ten year old, it was awful. She likes to think she's improved since then, if only because she has better handwriting now.
If she's not writing, she's almost certainly either reading or lost down a Wikipedia rabbit hole while pretending to research for a novel.
New from RJ Scott & V.L. Locey: Christmas Lights
Book review: No Place Like Home by Annabelle Jacobs
Cover Design: Natasha Snow
Will Oliver get the gift he's hoping for this Christmas?
Oliver Walker's Christmas is shaping up to be a quiet one. That is until hunky neighbour Ed Middleton moves in next door.
Attraction is instant, but Ed is only there temporarily and neither wants to start something with an expiration date.
As the festive season approaches, holiday cheer wraps around them, and giving in to temptation is inevitable. But Ed is still set on moving in the new year—a fresh start, miles away from those he's closest to.
If Oliver doesn't want to lose his heart, he'll have to show Ed that home is wherever he wants it to be, and love is possible no matter what.
Annabelle Jacobs lives in the South West of England with three rowdy children, and two cats. An avid reader of fantasy herself for many years, Annabelle now spends her days writing her own stories. They're usually either fantasy or paranormal fiction, because she loves building worlds filled with magical creatures, and creating stories full of action and adventure. Her characters may have a tough time of it—fighting enemies and adversity—but they always find love in the end.
Twitter – https://twitter.com/AJacobs_fiction
Website – www.annabellejacobs.com
Email – ajacobsfiction@gmail.com
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ajacobsfiction
Book review: A Boyfriend For Christmas by Jay Northcote
Cover Design: Garrett Leigh @ Black Jazz Design
Archie's posh parents want him to meet a nice girl--how can he tell them he's fallen for a bad boy instead?
Closeted, innocent and lonely, Archie Arandale longs for someone special in his life. A Christmas party organised by his wealth management company is the last place he expects to meet the man of his dreams.
With his leather jacket, tattoos, and piercings, Cal Turner turns heads the moment he walks through the door. He definitely isn't looking for a boyfriend, but Archie's hesitant charm captures his attention, and sneaking off during the party to have a little fun can only make a dull evening more interesting.
After their reckless and thrilling encounter, Archie is keen for more experience and Cal is happy to oblige. The need for secrecy means this can only be a casual fling, yet as they spend time together in the run up to Christmas, their feelings become more intense than either of them had bargained for. How can Archie find the courage to tell his family about Cal, when Cal's the exact opposite of the 'nice girl' they've been hoping for?
Contains: A closeted virgin, a tattooed biker, class differences, a dramatic coming out, a very inappropriate Christmas gift, and a happy ending (of course).
Jay lives just outside Bristol in the West of England. He comes from a family of writers, but always used to believe that the gene for fiction writing had passed him by. He spent years only ever writing emails, articles, or website content.
One day, Jay decided to try and write a short story—just to see if he could—and found it rather addictive. He hasn't stopped writing since.
Jay writes contemporary romance about men who fall in love with other men. He self-publishes under the imprint Jaybird Press.
Website: https://jaynorthcote.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jay_Northcote
Facebook profile: https://www.facebook.com/jaynorthcotewriter
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Book review: Promise (Single Dads #3) from RJ Scott
Single Dads Series
Book #1 - Single - Amazon US | Amazon UK | Universal Link
Book #2 - Today - Amazon US | Amazon UK | Universal Link
Leo Byrne is a cop, Jason Banks is an ex-con. Even after one stolen kiss, something has to give before Leo can convince Jason that falling in love is even an option.
Adopted at a young age, Leo is part of the sprawling Byrnes family. With his dog Cap, three siblings and a whole mess of nieces and nephews, he is never lonely, and his life is full. Love is the last item on his to-do list, but seeing his best friends Sean and Eric happy and making new families makes him want things he doesn't think is possible. Kissing Jason at an event to honor his bravery was one thing, but anything other than that is off limits. Until Jason has no one left to turn to, and it's Leo who helps him at his lowest. Taking Jason and his daughter into his home is one thing, but falling for the ex-con is something else altogether.
Jason made a deal to keep his daughter safe and spent years behind bars as a result. Volunteering as a convict firefighter was as much about helping the community as saving his sanity, but now that he's out, he doesn't even have that. He's lost his future, his self-respect, and has no friends or a place to call home. Worst of all, even after rescuing his daughter he still can't keep her safe from the man who wants to use her as a bargaining chip for money. Meeting Leo might give Jason a way to keep Daisy safe, but falling for the stubborn cop means the truth has to be revealed, and he could lose everything all over again.
It's RJ Scott. How can you go wrong?
This third installment of the Single Dads series takes place shortly after the events of Today (Single Dads #2).
The character Jason, who saved the life of Fighter (and former housemate) Eric from dying in a fire, is brilliantly written as a strong yet obstinate man, fiercely dedicated to his daughter and equally as dedicated to the thought that as an ex-con, he had no future with Leo, the cop from the previous two novels.
Jason's daughter Daisy is simply adorable.
Leo, however, is a totally different story. He is also a brilliantly written character totally dedicated to the protection of Jason and Daisy, to the exclusion of everything else.
The story line could have been taken straight from the news headlines, it was that realistic. There were a couple of places where it dragged a little, but other than that it flowed smoothly.
There were a couple of references about events that happened in the previous books that should have been explained a little better, which would have strengthened the story.
All-in-all it's a must read story that belongs on everyone's eBook reader and bookshelf.
I give Promise 4.5 out of 5 stars.
New from Annabelle Jacobs: No Place Like Home
New from Jay Northcote: A Boyfriend For Christmas
New from RJ Scott: Promise (Single Dads #3)
Book review: 33 Degrees of Separation (Legacy book 3) by Rain Carrington
Legacy Series
Book #1 - Remember The Alamo - Amazon US | Amazon UK | Universal Link
Book #2 - The Principle - Amazon US | Amazon UK | Universal Link
I'm Ian, and this is my story. Like the others, I have a legacy. I was raised with the best of everything, one of the riches kids I knew. That isn't the legacy, however. That is to be a part of something I didn't want, and never asked for it's tearing me apart, but I can fight it. With some help, I can fight it.
Meeting Pat Castaldo, the hot, muscled FBI agent was the beginning of a life I thought was ending. I am terrified I'll get him killed, and others, if I can't stand up to my father and the other men that make up the terrible secret society. My family has been members for hundreds of years, and it was supposed to be passed to me. I don't want it, but I took it, and I took it to end them once and for all.
In the middle of all this, I am falling in love. That was a surprise, and one that possibly terrifies me more than the Gilded Grail. This could hurt, and I could get this beautiful man killed, along with a lot of others if I fail. My money may be able to solve some of my troubles, but there is much more that it can't.
I've never had to be brave or fight for anything. This is my fight, though, and I will win. I'll win it for my friends, for humanity and, maybe most of all, I'll win it for Pat.
Raised in wealth most could only dream of, Ian Andrews III didn't know another way of life existed until he went to college and learned about the world. There he met friends and came down from his palace to try to be like everyone else, but he had too much money to achieve that.
When he was set to finish graduate school, his father took him on a trip to learn the destiny that had been chosen for him. He would become a member of the Gilded Grail, a secret society that had members whose families had been a part of it for hundreds of years.
He was a legacy, and there was no choice for him. He would become a member, or he'd die.
Learning about this secret society, hearing their ways and goals, then going through the initiation, he was terrified and ran off to hide away from them and everyone.
His best friend worried when he'd been gone for days, his phone left in his room, not a word from him. Calling in help, it came in the form of an FBI agent in town on business. He was doing a favor, checking up on the missing college student, and right away smelled trouble. When he saw Ian's computer history and the name Gilded Grail, he knew he had to find Ian.
Once he did, he learned the secrets that no one outside the order knew. Together, they decided to try to stop them from a horrible goal they'd set, one that threatened every man, woman and child in the world.
Falling in love with one another was easy but keeping that attraction at bay to try to save everyone a horrible fate, Ian and Pat struggled. Pat called for more help, and Javier Duran came, an old lover of Pat's, and one of the world best mercenaries.
Sparks fly and jealousies ignite. Saving the world and falling in love at the same time wasn't easy on any man. It could tear them apart or make them more determined to have the other in their lives forever. That was considering if they could stop the Grail and there was a forever…
About Rain
I love writing, it's been my dream for many years, and in October of 2013, when my first book went live on Amazon, that dream came true.
Writing love stories that are centered on flawed but lovable characters is my passion. Finding love between people isn't easy, nor should it be. Even in a book, there have to be obstacles for the story to feel real.
I am a mother of three amazing people, and three adorable fur babies. I live in Colorado, but love many other places besides my home. One state in particular is New Mexico, the state where I was born has always held a place in my heart.
People and places make my stories what they are. Each character I've written is a part of me in some way. Each place I write is as well. Adventures come in many ways, and each of my stories has taken me on an adventure that I treasure.
Come with me on my adventures and fall in love with my characters, as I have. I promise you will love the ride.
https://www.raincarrington.com
https://twitter.com/RainCarrington
https://www.bookbub.com/profile/rain-carrington
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Wow. Just. Wow. As in holy (expletive deleted) (expletive deleted)!
Lust. Trust. Betrayal. Family issues. Suspense. Evil Cult. Mass Murder. Feds. Love. This book has has it all and more.
From the very beginning this story pulls you in and keeps you engaged.
The dynamic characters will worm their way into your heart. You'll find yourself loving them, cheering them on, fearing for them and hurting for them. You'll won't be able to stop yourself.
You'll also find yourself hating the evil, self-absorbed, all around nasty people in the story and hoping for their demise.
33 Degrees of Separation is a definite page-turner and a must read. 5 out of 5 stars, although I'd gladly give it 500 stars. I sincerely hope that Ms. Carrington gives us more of Ian and Pat,
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1,200 Gather at JPro22 Conference in Partnership with Jewish Federations
"JPro22: Going Places, Together" in partnership with the Jewish Federations of North America is kicking off this evening in Cleveland with 1,200 Jewish communal professionals and 30 community delegations led by local Jewish Federations. The conference marks the first, in-person cross-sector gathering of Jewish communal professionals since the pandemic began.
JPro22 will focus on collaboration while looking at the hard lessons learned during the pandemic, areas where the Jewish community can improve cooperation and innovative tools and practices to break down barriers and navigate collaboration within organizations and across fields. In addition to lively workshops, the conference will feature a day of site visits around Cleveland to innovative projects and organizations that promote equity and diversity and advance social justice. The conference will also be fully integrated with a Jewish, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) lens – including the participation of "Belonging Ambassadors" who have worked closely with conference planners to ensure that these values are fully integrated into every aspect of the conference.
The conference marks the first time that Jewish Federations of North America will unite their two professional conferences, FTPI and FedPro, with JPro's annual conference, resulting in a more dynamic and diverse event that truly covers the broad spectrum of the Jewish professional sector.
"This conference in itself is an incredible story of collaboration," said Shira Hutt, Executive Vice President of Jewish Federations of North America. "We melded together JPro's reach across the Jewish professional sector with Jewish Federations' vast scale and local expertise, in order to create a richer event that will best serve the needs of our Jewish communal professionals and enhance their capacity to build flourishing Jewish communities."
"The fact that two months ago JPro22 was already sold out is a testament to the connections we so crave," said Ilana Aisen, CEO of JPro. "This conference will blend purpose and play to enrich the careers of all those in attendance and to equip them to strengthen collaboration in their organizations and throughout the field."
More information on the conference can be found at jpro22.org. To register for the live-streamed plenaries click here.
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There is nothing like the smell of fresh baked homemade aroma of bread wafting through my kitchen as it bakes in the oven. Mmm, the smell lets face it, it is the most satisfying homely smell you can get.
Maybe you were selling a property and you wanted that homely smell. Either you made Fresh Bread, Coffee or maybe bought some flowers. But the best smell has to be the Homemade Bread. In my opinion.
I am going to show you how to put this recipe together really quick and easy. And the best part about it, its cheap! No, actually the best part about this Vegan Focaccia Bread is that it tastes delicious.
I made this last night, to complement a Vegan Curry. And the thing is you can change the recipe around depending on what you want it to complement. This bread is such a treat. Focaccia is a flat oven-baked Italian bread, and the texture is similar in style to pizza doughs. You can dunk it into your best olive oil in the pantry, or your favorite Vegan Curry. I really hope this Focaccia bread recipe becomes a regular in your kitchen as it has been in mine.
I am not kidding when I say this recipe takes no effort and very minimal hands-on time to put this together. As I said earlier maybe you're selling your house and want it to smell really homely. And what about entertaining, this recipe is perfect to take to a family and/or friends gathering, party or barbeque. Maybe you are hosting a party or gathering you can whip these bad boys up in minutes (Obviously though just to be clear, rising, resting or chilling time is not considered).
Bottom Line – These are super easy, quick and delicious.
Ok, take it out, cut it up any way you choose. And I guarantee this Bread will be delicious. Not just for your Vegan friends or family but an all-rounder delicious bread!!
Let me know if you make, would love to hear any comments. And of course, if you have any questions. You know what to do!!
Ohh before I forget, to all my Kiwi friends (Fiona) especially. Summertime is upon you. And what do we Kiwi loves in the Summer,(besides a wine) yes a barbeque. This a perfect recipe to impress your friends.


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Fancy new Christmas Tree lights for the coming season? There are many bargains to be had but oh the variety; shapes, colours, styles, energy consumption and more are all up for grabs it seems.
Traditionally a set of Christmas tree lights could last a lifetime and some did! Most parts of the lights were either repairable or replaceable; add to this the fact that in the past a set of tree lights were far from cheap and it is easy to see why they were seldom thrown away.
Each year the same set of lights would be dragged out, tested, tweaked as necessary and hung, often on the same old tired artificial tree. Times were tight and resources meager and so this was common practice unless you came from a more affluent household.
Somewhere along the line Christmas tree lights became much cheaper. They started to be made in a variety of colours, styles and lengths; the wire colour varied and so did the actual bulbs. Indoor, outdoor lights were revamped and brought to life. In the 21st Century more and more Western households hang many sets of lights at Christmas both indoors and out but perhaps the most important set of Christmas lights will be those that adorn your tree.
They and the tree will be the focal point of Christmas in your home.
You may opt to add more than one set of lights but, as some now have 100 plus twinkling lights, one should be enough; it will depend on the size of your tree and what impression you want to make.
Too many tree lights and your ornaments will disappear into nothing; the right amount and appropriate colour, including clear, and your tree will come alive like sparkling diamonds.
One problem with cheaper tree lights is that they may be suspect; always check that they comply with your country's health and safety standards. Many of these lights come from China these days and whilst not all will be faulty by any means there are some unscrupulous dealers in that country.
Another thing to consider is that if you aim to almost have throwaway cheap lights they could damage the environment. Unnecessary waste is never good. The resources used to make a set of lights will be wasted if you simply throw them away each year.
A better option is to go for a mid-price set. One that offers replacement bulbs and the like; one that can be repaired, by changing a fuse for example, and become a family tradition.
LED lights are more eco-friendly as they use less energy but they may not be bright enough for you.
We all have less time these days but our throw away world is bad news. If you can afford to why not buy a good set of classic tree lights, which will not date quickly, and treasure them. Handing family Christmas tree decorations or lights down through the family is a lovely idea.
Whatever option you go for never compromise health and safety. At Christmas Time there is usually news of at least one house fire or death by electrocution, due to faulty Christmas tree lights.
The key phrase should be, If in doubt-throw them out.
You may or may not have already assembled your tree, lights and ornaments. There is usually ample time to bag a bargain especially as far as Christmas Tree lights go; the nearer it is too Christmas the better the bargain will be. In order to get exceptional value for money purchase after Christmas in the January sales.
Always store your Tree lights carefully after Christmas; remember the wiring could become damaged. If you have been able to buy replacement bulbs, just in case, label them. In a year's time you may not be able to find them, nor have a clue which set of lights they are for.
If you buy in the post Christmas sales check the lights over fully working and test before use. If there any faults you will need to get your money back or a replacement. Discovering they do not work the following Christmas could be costly.
For added peace of mind purchase an RCD safety plug to run your lights from. These have come down in price and could be a lifesaver.
The following was originally written a few years ago after watching a Christmas themed show on television in which it was stated that the correct way to decorate a Christmas tree was to start with the lights, add the tinsel and then the decorations.
This advice was the reverse to how I had always decorated my Christmas tree.
Now my tree down the years has always looked good though I say so myself. After more than 40 years of marriage to the same guy we have quite a few decorations bought or passed down.
But I am always open to suggestions on how to improve anything or make it easier so I tuned in and listened up.
The presenter stated that her method would guarantee that the lights sparkled discretely onto the tree's ornaments.
My tree as I already said has always looks fab, and received plenty of good comments, so I guess that either way will work well.
Erect your Christmas Tree and measure it. You can do this just roughly but it will help when deciding where to place your tree.
If your tree is going to be in a corner, against a wall, you can economise on the decorations but you do not have to; this may help if you are struggling financially though.
The back of the tree can be dressed minimally and the effect will still be good.
Decide how you want to decorate your tree; that is what order will work best for you. I always place the decorations onto the tree first, then the lights and finally the tinsel; lastly adding any sweets and crackers.
Christmas tree lights have really come down in price in recent years but make sure that you do not compromise your safety in order to save some pennies.
Shop around, as these days there are musical lights, flashing lights, LED ones, outdoor lights, multi-coloured lights, white lights and so many more.
Many people like to colour theme their Christmas tree.
If you want to create a traditional look you could use red, gold and green with lots of tinsel and coloured lights. A pretty fairy on the top of this tree will complete the look.
For a modern, streamlined look stick with silver and a silver star for the top of your tree. White or clear lights will look best here.
Fancy being a little different? Pale blue and silver, pink and silver or purple and silver look quite dramatic together.
Go for a black tree for a total dramatic look.
There is so much choice these days. You can even coordinate your tree with your home decor if you want to.
If money is tight be inventive when decorating your tree.
Wrap various sized empty boxes with Christmas paper and a rich bow. Hang these fake presents on the tree or pile them around the base.
Buy an off cut of felt or velvet in order to make a Christmas tree skirt, to cover the base or stand of an artificial tree. Cut out a circle large enough to cover the base. Hem this material and add a ribbon for adornment and to act as a tie.
Make your own bows with rich ribbon bought quite cheaply. These can then be placed on the tree either randomly or in a neat order.
Collect small bare branches and fir cones; spray these with gold or silver and add to the tree.
These basic guidelines should help even a novice decorate a Christmas tree effectively.
It is always best to place your tree and then lay out all of the tinsel and decorations on the floor. Put the lights in one place on the floor, the tinsel another and the decorations with each other.
This way you can see exactly what you have got.
This may prevent your tree having too many ornaments in one part and empty bare patches in another.
Above all remember that Christmas should be about fun. Try not to make decorating the tree just another Christmas chore. Take your time, have a small glass of wine, or two, and a mince pie, or two, and enjoy yourself.
Make sure that you only buy fire resistant trees and decorations.
Ensure that your tree is placed securely and will not topple over.
If in doubt secure your tree to a hook in the wall.
Do not leave the Christmas tree lights on when you go to bed or are going out of the house.
Be safe and not sorry.
Sweets such as candy canes or chocolate decorations.
Some of the above are optional.
What is it that they say about necessity being the mother of invention? Whatever it is I know what they mean. Take Christmas for example. When money is tight you need to be inventive and imaginative, so that you still have an enjoyable Christmas, with all the trimmings.
Do not imagine though that you need to be extremely artistic in order to be creative. Research the Internet and local library in order to get some tips for making your own Christmas tree decorations.
Of course firstly you will need to decide what you want to achieve.
Perhaps you would like your Christmas Tree to be shimmering gold or red and green in a traditional style. Then again maybe you want your Christmas Tree this year to be stylish and minimalistic. Up to the minute trees may feature simply black and silver.
Once you know what you are hoping to achieve you can start planning the decorations and gathering together what you need to accomplish the look.
After Christmas remember to check out the post-Christmas sales for the best prices for retail Christmas tree decorations. There are always some great bargains on offer.
See if there are second hand decorations available on E Bay or at local car boot or garage sales. You may find some good bargains. Many people hardly use their decorations and then decide it's time for a change.
Buy a few different rolls of ribbon. This can be cut to size and made into bows to decorate your tree or any decorations that you have made. Thin ribbon can be used instead of string to hang these decorations.
Do not buy expensive Christmas goodies such as candy canes and chocolate decorations. Buy a large bag of mini treats to hang individually. Small bags of chocolate or children's sweets look good and can be enjoyed throughout the Christmas season.
Traditional tinsel and glitter is great for filling up the Christmas tree. It adds sparkle and razzmatazz quite cheaply. Coloured foil can be cut into thin strips and curled with scissors so that it adds frills.
There are various Christmas Cookies that can be baked and decorated so that they will look good hung on your Christmas Tree.
A good example of this is Cinnamon Dough Cookie ornaments. Apart from decorating your tree they will add a lovely seasonal aroma to your room.
Tissue paper is great for decorations. Buy various colours and experiment mixing and matching. This paper can be gathered into frills for adorning homemade angels and the like. Buy some cheap pipe cleaners for the bodies and dress them up with this bright, cheap paper.
Multi-coloured foil is great for making Christmas tree decorations. Make a draft one first as a tester.
You will need some coloured foil, appropriate cotton or string and a reel of tape. Cut an oblong approximately 8 x 6 inches. In the middle 4 x 5 inches slice a row of slits. Join the two long sides with tape. Gently press on the ends of this roll and the slits will open up making a fancy lantern, with a fine string loop through the top this will hang easily on your tree. Choose brightly coloured Christmas themed foil for the best effect. Experiment with different sizes once you have made a draft lantern.
Experiment with different materials whilst you save some money but have some fun. Involve the whole family for a very personal Christmas.
Cut Christmas shapes such as a Snowmen, Trees and snowflakes, out of card and cover in shiny glitzy foil or with sparkly tinsel. Once the foil is glued in place add a string to hang on the tree. I sometimes use the coloured, thin ribbon type of thread to hang my decorations.
Small balls and the like can be sprayed with silver or gold spray paint. A small hook can then be inserted into the ball and the decoration hung on the tree.
Once you let your imagination start working overtime you may find lots of items around the home that you can use. Remember health and safety and fire issues though. Cotton wool to represent snow, pine cones sprayed silver or gold, cheap costume jewellery beads and more can all be utilised.
It may be possible to buy cheap Christmas Crackers for decorating your tree. These crackers may not be perfect for pulling but could be very decorative.
To make your own Christmas crackers, that are simply for decoration, use empty toilet paper rolls for the inners. Decorate these with foil, paper, ribbons, bows and or sparkle.
Want to make a box of crackers for a gift or some for the tree that will actually pull properly?
Remember that if your tree is against a wall you do not have to decorate that side of it. Most of us do but, if money is tight, it is not necessary. Simply add the odd decoration, cracker or piece of tinsel to give the allusion that the tree is completely decorated.
Being creative with decorating your Christmas tree can save you money but also be fun. The decorations do not have to look hand-made or pathetic. In fact they will probably look individual and distinctive. Even tiny coloured pegs can be used to hang your decorations on the tree once they have been made.
An added bonus could be that your children are kept busy and occupied for a considerable time as they use their creativity.
Note:-Make sure that there is nothing homemade on your tree that will smell, for example, with time or be a fire hazard near to Christmas lights. Saving money is fine but not at the expense of your health and safety.
Which is best real or artificial Christmas tree?
Sometimes the smallest Christmas tree can be the most memorable. This was certainly true of our childhood Christmas Tree. Tiny and unpretentious it may have been but it still has a special place in my Christmas memories, more than half a century later.
Artificial and Real Christmas Trees are both great in their own ways, but you need to find the perfect tree for you and your circumstances.
Here are some tips then, plus the pros and cons of both artificial and real, which may help you decide which is the right choice for YOU.
An artificial or a real Christmas tree?
Real and Artificial Christmas Trees both have pros and cons. It will inevitably be down to personal choice. Here are some hints and tips, as well as a few pros and cons, which may help you choose the right tree for you.
They can be a pain, in lots of ways.
They may be sharp when you are decorating the tree.
Not everyone loves the smell.
Help the atmosphere in your home.
Still Fancy a real Christmas Tree?
Many years ago when we had real trees we would always buy them locally. Hubby and I would trudge out, no matter what the weather or size of tree, and walking, carry our Christmas Tree home. In some ways it was fun and part of our Christmas festivities. Inevitably though tempers would fray and we would both get stabbed with the pine needles. By the time we arrived home we would be covered with pine needles. So if you really want a Real Tree check out delivery options when you purchase. If you transport the tree in your own vehicle be prepared to find pine needles in your vehicle well into the New Year.In fact maybe even in the summer.
This may also be true of your home especially if you still have carpets around your home.
Try wearing thin cotton gloves when you decorate your tree in order to prevent scratches and pricks.
Make sure that your tree has a regular supply of water through the Christmas period to prevent it drying out.
Shop around and research for the best price and the variety of tree which will last the longest.
Consider buying a tree that can be planted out into your garden once Christmas has gone for another year.
These days there is so much choice. Black, silver or green trees are just a small example of those available.
Good value in the long run.
Do not need to shop for a new tree each year.
Artificial trees have come a long way in recent years. There are so many colours and sizes to choose from. There are even upside down trees for those who have little space and want to be a different. Some are already decorated or incorporate lights.
If money is tight consider buying an artificial tree that is pre-lit and already decorated. You can save up to buy a more expensive tree in a few years time.
Buy your tree on-line in order to get the best value and have your artificial tree delivered to your door.
Remember that a classic artificial Christmas tree may have more longevity. Fashions change and if you opt for a contemporary black tree it may look hideous in a couple of years time.


The large part of any smart phone's battery is consumed by the brightness feature of the smart phone. Too much brightness means too much battery usage. Smart phones have a feature of auto brightness that helps manage the brightness depending on the requirement. In every smart device there is a light sensor which enables the smart device to detect the intensity of the light.
Through light sensor the smart device uses the feature of auto brightness and set the brightness according to the requirements. If the mobile light sensor detects high intensity of light then the auto brightness increases the brightness of the light and it automatically reduces brightness if the place is dark to reduce eye strain. Same feature is available in the LG G3 smart device and sometimes it faces the issues as well.
If you are a LG G3 smart device user and facing the auto brightness issue then there is no need to worry, the below guide is all about to fix LG G3 auto brightness issue.
Check if LG G3 smart phone's auto brightness feature is enabled.
Pull down the notification panel from the top.
Tap the auto brightness button on the right to turn it on or off.
Pull down the notification panel of the smart device.
Tap on auto brightness button to turn if off.
Manually scroll the brightness bar with your fingers to set the brightness.
You can also download and install auto brightness software's such as Lax Auto Brightness and Cabarets. These software provide a brighter screen outdoor.
Turn off your auto brightness when outside and switch to manual brightness.
Something might be blocking your brightness sensor on the phone. Make sure to clean it. If it doesn't help, your phone's sensor may be damaged. In that case, a Repair Center will fix it for you.


That might be the case. And most likely is. Maybe try updating your java to a later build? It might support windows 10 better. Thats all i can think off.. If that doesn't help I don't know what will.
That's Minecraft for you. When you hit escape, everything related to rendering is paused as far as i know. Also rain isn't displayed in pause mode I think. Since AotBT is very render heavy due to all the visual mods its highly possible to get this problem.(I was never able to run it decent as well.) A fix to this might be lowering your graphics settings to fast and your smooth lightning to minimum. Those give you quite of a performance boost. also setting your renderdistance lower will help a lot. An optional setting is turning off vsync. It limits your fps to your refreshrate of your monitor, but most of the time it just holds your fps back while it could be smoother. Another possible issue might be outside of minecraft. If you have a lot of programs running in your background it might slow down your pc. I suggest you type in msconfig in your search bar and go to startup. Uncheck everything that you don't want to start up when your pc does. And restart your pc. You'd be amazed how many programs there can be in there. I hope this helped. Let me know if you need any further help.
1. Why do you mention the clearlagg plugin? 2. Does it happen on any other servers? This is important info you need to provide to figure out if its server related or client related. What i'm guessing is that the world around you disappears but you can still walk? If so try walking around a bit. It might just be a visual glitch with your graphics card. I know it happens to me sometimes in vanilla as well, but walking around a bit usually fixes it If that doesn't work, see if pressing f3+a does anything. It refreshes your chunks and is basically the same as rejoining.
Added a custom coded plugin to change the join messages. Also fixed the recent end of stream issue.
Fixed some bugs and glitches regarding plugins and conflicts.
Updated donator ranks to fit the EULA of Mojang.
Added Mobarena CTF is coming soon aswell!
Don't get what you mean? the server is 24/7 and has a 99.7% uptime. Don't think there are more stable voltz servers out there --"


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Real-time Maine coronavirus updates: CDC reports outbreak at Pine Point Center in Scarborough
Find developments on the Maine coronavirus, COVID-19 outbreak as we work together to separate facts from fear. Thursday, August 6, 2020.
Author: NEWS CENTER Maine Staff
Updated: 3:13 PM EDT August 6, 2020
MAINE, USA — KEY MAINE CORONAVIRUS FACTS
As of Thursday, 124 Mainers have died out of 3,997 COVID-19 total cases. 3,582 of these cases are confirmed by test and 415 are probable.
390 Mainers have been hospitalized, 3,475 Mainers have recovered.
Stage 3 began on July 1; here are the Stage 3 reopening checklists for businesses
VERIFY: Requirement to wear a face mask does not violate constitutional rights
Maine is open for business, here's what you need to know
Read about all the important coronavirus-related orders currently in place in Maine
Going out? CDC shares tips to stay safe amid coronavirus pandemic
Gov. Mills' administration releases guidance for town meetings and elections during COVID-19 pandemic
Filing for unemployment still dominating discussions around Maine. Here's our story on how to file for Maine unemployment. You can scroll down for more resources available to Mainers
If you are a business owner, please register your business. If you want to support a local business, enter your zip code and find out what's OPEN NEAR YOU.
Subscribe to 'break time with NEWS CENTER Maine' our new newsletter. Delivered to your email inbox for your break time.
The Maine CDC reported zero additional deaths of people with COVID-19, meaning the state death total remains at 124.
Of the 3,997 total COVID-19 cases in Maine, 3,582 are confirmed by test and 415 are probable.
907 of Maine's total cases have been among healthcare workers.
390 Mainers have been hospitalized at some point during their COVID-19 illness. 11 people in Maine are currently hospitalized due to COVID-19, with three in intensive care units and one on a ventilator.
3,475 Mainers have recovered from COVID-19.
Maine CDC Director Dr. Nirav Shah compared wearing a face mask to going on a diet. I's something that forces you to change your lifestyle and it's not pleasant. But when you do it, you see results. And Dr. Shah said Maine is seeing good results compared to the rest of the U.S.
Maintaining distance from others and wearing a mask are two things Dr. Shah said all Mainers can achieve, and they're the two most important steps in slowing the spread.
"Although things in Maine have been encouraging to date, the reason that they have been encouraging is because of that strict diet that all of us have been sticking to. Diets are not fun, they're not easy, no one likes being on them. But the reason that we look good right now is because of that diet that we've been on, starting in March, all through the summer," Dr. Shah said. "We can't let up right now. We've got an opportunity to keep our numbers low given that we know that COVID-19 rates are rising in other states very close by us. There is still the risk that COVID-19 rates in Maine could spike but we've got within our power the tools to keep those numbers as low as possible."
Dr. Shah was asked what Maine CDC's protocol would be if a child tests positive in a Maine school. He outlined the following three things they would take into account:
- What to do with the child - Maine CDC would make sure the child is isolated, removed from the school setting, and provided testing (for COVID-19 and other illnesses that may display similar symptoms)
- What to do with contacts of the child - In some cases a child's close contacts could be an entire classroom or even more. Those children will have to quarantine and will need to be tested if they develop symptoms.
- What to do with the school - Anyone who came into contact with the child would need to be offered testing and monitored for symptoms of COVID-19.
Dr. Shah said if the prevalence of COVID-19 in a particular state is higher than that of Maine, the likelihood of a person from that state raising the risk to Maine people is greater. If the prevalence of COVID-19 is lower in another state than it is in Maine, the risk to Maine people is not raised. This is the main principle that Maine CDC and the Mills' administration have used in exempting travelers from certain states, according to Dr. Shah.
Closed Outbreak
Maine CDC has closed the outbreak (meaning an outbreak is no longer considered to be occurring at the facility) at The Mooring on Foreside, an assisted living facility in Falmouth. There had been a total of six cases at the facility.
New Outbreak
At the Pine Point Center in Scarborough, two residents and two staff members have tested positive. The facility will be conducting further rounds of testing and Dr. Shah said further results will be available in the coming days.
Outbreak Updates
There are a total of 11 cases at Hancock Foods in Hancock.
At Merrill Blueberry Farms in Ellsworth, there are a total of nine cases.
At Wyman's Farm in Milbridge, there are a total of four cases.
There are now a total of 15 cases at Central Maine Medical Center.
At the Marshwood Center in Lewiston, there are now a total of 25 cases - 16 among residents and nine among staff.
State of emergency extended through Sept. 3
The Maine CDC reported one additional death of someone in Maine with COVID-19, bringing the state death total to 124.
The additional death reported Wednesday was a woman in her 70s from Cumberland County, according to Maine CDC Communications Director Robert Long.
390 Mainers have been hospitalized at some point during their COVID-19 illness.
Credit: NCM
Dr. Nirav Shah made clear that when the Maine CDC reports deaths, they are reporting that someone has died who had been confirmed positive with COVID-19, not the cause of death specifically. The cause of death determination is left to the medical examiner. According to Maine CDC Director Dr. Nirav Shah, as of a few days ago, there were roughly 2,900 Mainers tested each week. This includes people tested through the state lab in Augusta, as well as large commercial testing companies like LabCorp. Dr. Shah said right now, the positivity rate is over 5%, meaning for every 100 people tested, about 5 or 6 are positive. Compared to other states, whose positivity rates are 10 or 15%, Maine is doing better, Dr. Shah says. He says he'd like to see Maine's positivity rate around 2%, which is what South Korea's is. To do that, Dr. Shah says testing must increase two or three-fold.
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Stimulus check calculator: See how much you'll likely be getting
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Maine small businesses can apply for 'forgivable loans'
Coronavirus, COVID-19 Background
The official name for the coronavirus is "SARS-CoV-2" and the disease it causes is named "coronavirus disease 2019" or "COVID-19" for short. Coronavirus is a family of viruses, which can infect people and animals. The viruses can cause the common cold or more serious diseases like SARS, MERS, and COVID-19.
The CDC says symptoms of the coronavirus include fever, cough, difficulty breathing, and in some cases sore throat.
The CDC says there are simple steps to take to reduce the possible spread of COVID-19:
Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use alcohol-based hand sanitizer
Avoid close contact with people who are sick
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands
Stay home while you're sick and avoid close contact with others
The Maine Centers for Disease Control (CDC) announced on Tuesday, March 10 that they would be holding daily coronavirus briefings with director Dr. Nirav Shah to keep the public up to date on the situation in Maine
NEWS CENTER Maine YouTube COVID-19 Playlist
Maine sees more fire deaths during pandemic


Thank you I appreciate your kind words and support nice to know and hear.
ill second that… right now im vaping.
2.00% Peach (LB) * 6.00% Strawberry Cheesecake (LB) * Light strawberry cheesecake with a hint of peach without being too sweet.
I have a question for you as I believe you are a very experienced mixer and your recipes look really good. I live in the Algarve, Portugal and I have been using a company online based in Portugal that supply concentrates. But the concentrates that they supply are not original bottles they are their own bottles with the flavour name and then capella, tpa, fa, fw etc. I had been told that I should be only buying the original bottles. I asked the company that I have been buying from if they mix or dilute the concentrates that I have been supplied and they said no but I have no proof. Do you think it is better to go with a company that only supplies original bottle concentrates like Chef Flavours.
Thanks for your help and advice, It was something I never thought about I am very new to mixing my own liquids. The company that I have been using only send me re-bottled liquids so it is hard for me to know. I suppose the only way to be safe is buy the original bottles and that way I know exactly what I am getting. But at the moment I am mixing my own liquids on a limited budget as I could not longer afford one 60ml liquid plus nicotine from vape shops. And plus I hate walking into vape shops and been taken advantage of so I learnt how to build my own tanks and now make my own liquids. The company that I have been getting my concentrates from that are re-bottled are very nice, their service is amazing and they always send me a free concentrate, drip tip, cotton and nothing is any trouble. If I need a concentrate they do not have they will go out of their way and get it for me. I am just stuck at the moment who is telling the truth but I understand both sides of the story. Thanks for your help much appreciated.
I'm no expert but if you feel they are tampering with the flavors I'd go somewhere else.
Well I have no proof I asked them in an email and they were very open. So I have also looked at the reviews online for the shop and they are all very positive. I just went to a vape shop yesterday and they said something to me. I think I was just being told this as the vape shop may want my business. But when I have been where I went yesterday they are always off with me and could do without me going to their shop which I try not too and can do without. Also the place that I have been buying my concentrates from and have been given the information of doubt. They have a few shops and the photos on their website they look really clean and tidy, the service is really good and so I am happy to buy from them. They are very informative and they make you feel always welcome. As I also mentioned when I make on order they always send me a free concentrate and gift. I have never had that from any vape shop that I had been using in 4 years not even a glass of water! I maybe being gullable, when I get my order the order is very well presented and they pack it very nice, I have not had any bad smelling or bad tasting concentrates. I have some original concentrates but not that I can compare if they are the same. I may get some and see if they are the same and then I will know either way.
sometimes walk away come home.Then I would get dry hits and the tanks were wicked worse than if I had tried. So I used to go back in and say this tank is no good the flavour is bad, so I used to get tut's, eye rolling and stupid English man as they would say in Portuguese. Funnily I never told them I can speak Portuguese. So I used to also play dumb and just listen to what they would say. So then I just walked away looked for all the tanks I have on Youtube, brought myself coils and cotton and never needed to go back in. Then I looked at starting to make my own liquids and that was me self sufficient. I just go in to get some coils and nicotine. But now my next thing is to start learning to build my own coils, I know a couple of vape shops that I can get the nic shots from and they do not care if I go in or not. Here in Portugal they hate people that are not Portuguese, I have lived here for 12 years and I have Portuguese residencia, I also try and mix only with Portuguese people but they are not interested at all in any outsiders unless you have money then they love that. So I just keep myself to myself do not pretend to be their friends and just live in peace!!
I know most order through the Chef's Flavours do they send original bottles or their own?
I am no expert on Chefs but there are many on ELR that use them as their go to source. People from the UK use them more frequently than those from the US.
From what I know, Chefs has an outstanding reputation. They do sell both original bottles and rebottled product. I would not be afraid of purchasing their rebottled flavors and my next order will be some rebottled flavors. The reputation they have I wouldn't think they would tarnish it by diluting down the original product. It should be just as good as the original bottles and in some cases a little cheaper on the price.


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© 2016 by Nastou View Hotel
Tel: 0030 23270 51587
info@nastouviewhotel.com
Ano Poroia, Serres, Greece
Nastou View
Guided by aesthetics and functionality, we created 10 sunlit rooms, each with different character from the others.
Check our rooms
"Time to refresh."
Room service available (09:30 - 23:00)
Our green, lush garden that oversees the small villages in the plain below offers you the unforgetable moments relaxation you dream of.
A rich, traditional breakfast prepared with the finest ingredients from local suppliers
We offer daily housekeeping to meet your needs, with the highest level of attention to hygiene.
Our WiFi services are without charge in all areas of the hotel.
Built next to the forest in an elevation of 502 meters, Nastou View Hotel offers since April 2007 countless moments of relax, insouciance and enjoyment to its frequenters.
The location that has been chosen for the erection of Nastou View Hotel, at the foothills of mount Beles, combines unique characteristics and advantages, since the hotel not only stands in a green, bedded with trees area, but also offers to the visitor a panoramic view of incomparable beauty to Lake Kerkini, the plain and the surrounding villages.
The hotel offers 10 luxurious rooms, each with different character and decor, all with seductive view, which have been created with emphasis to the detail and will satisfy even the more assuming visitors.
Hibernal evenings in the room next to the alighted fireplace, spring excursions to enchanting highland landscapes and boating in the lake, moments of relaxation at the famous baths of the area. These are only some of the numerous pleasure opportunities that are offered to the visitors.
Explore the pages of our site and get a short taste of the experience of residence at Nastou View Hotel...
Area allocated for the vehicles of our guests.
Facilities for disabled guests, laundry and ironing service, BBQ (available upon request), board games and puzzles
BOATING AT LAKE KERKINI
At the natural reserve of Kerkini Lake, 8 km from Nastou View Hotel, the visitor can enjoy a romantic boating, with the help of a guide. Depending on the season, one can observe herds of buffalos, flamingos, cranes, pelicans, Dalmatian pelicans, storks and cormorants at the banks or the inside of the lake.
VISIT 'ROUPEL' FORTRESS
On the way to the border of Greece - Bulgaria, a bit before Angistro, follow the signs leading to the Roupel Fortress. A memorial of all-important historic meaning for our country, which has been constructed after the Second Balkan War and came about a main role in the two World Wars.
HIKING - MOUNTAINEERING
There are hiking pathways at Mount Beles, which you can follow to come in contact with the grandiosity of nature and fresh air! Walk in the forest and 'travel' to other times, meeting the every day fete of nature through unbelievable pictures, colors and scents.
At Ano Poroia village and at the banks of Kerkini, you can enjoy a fabulous hike on horses. Regardless of which of the 2 ways you may choose (at the mountain or the banks of the lake), it is certain that the experience will be unforgettable.
VAPOR - BATHS
The famous vapor-baths of the village of Angistro and Sidirokastro are located in a near distance from the hotel. Relax and refresh yourself in the warm curative waters, while meeting a unique experience which can be hardly described with words.
'ST. PRODROMOS' HERMITAGE
In the adjacent village Akritochori is located the cloister of 'Prodromos' the Honest. It was built on the year 1981 after the monasterial architecture of mount Athos and is host to ca. 40 nuns.


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www.midnightsyndicate.com Ed Douglas (in black, err... with Glasses, err.... with short hair, err..... without the beard) the other guy is Gavin Goszka.
I just wanted to update you on the goings-on with Midnight Syndicate and let you know about a new CD we are putting out.
1. First off, we just finished the score to the grindhouse thriller, "Bunyan" (www.bunyanmovie.com). From the title you can probably figure that this is a classic "beer and pizza" movie and it is. It's a lot of fun. Creating the score was really cool as it required us to explore lot of sides to that that people have never heard come from Midnight Syndicate. We'll be releasing a soundtrack CD along with the movie. The producers plan to premiere it later this year, I'll keep you informed.
2. Work on the next Midnight Syndicate CD has been underway for many months now. It is coming together extremely well. It's going to have a classic horror theme to it. It's heavily influenced by early Universal and (especially) Hammer Films as well as other horror cinema from the 60s, 70s, and early 80s. I feel we set the bar high for us with "Carnival Arcane" (even won Rondo Award for Best Horror CD), so I don't want to rush this new CD. It's going to have a huge (sometimes epic) feel to it at times and I feel it's going to be another special disc so I want to make it as good as we possibly can. I'm thinking an early 2013 release with maybe some preview tracks in October.
3. Lastly we just released Destini Beard's new CD, "A Time Forgotten." Now this is not a Midnight Syndicate CD. Instead it is a CD by vocalist Destini Beard where she has created her own lyrics and vocal arrangements to some of our songs and put together a disc that has a "haunted musical" feel to it.
Here is a sample -- http://youtu.be/pfG-34socEs
Destini has a beautful voice and the vocal arrangements she's put together really add a different character to the music. Although Gavin and I produced the disc, this is Destini's interpretation of the music not Midnight Syndicate's. I have to mention that only because the entire idea behind what Midnight Syndicate does is that the listener (like Destini for example) can interpret it individually. Destini is available for interviews and such.
I was at GenCon many years ago and while walking through the Exhibition Hall (Trade Hall to us in Europe) I heard this great eerie music with a solid bass wafting over and around the stands. I followed my ears until I found this Goth-type stand with speakers and a cd player on the table and a guy with a short back and sides haircut and dressed as if he had wandered into the hall from a trade convention - he didn't look like he fitted into the whole GenCon smelly-gamer scene at all. The music had drawn me to his stand though and so we started to speak, about the music, gaming and everything. I have no idea what Ed thought of me - an old English guy with a home printed magazine and a real excitement about the music - but I finally moved away from his stand feeling that I'd just made a new friend, that's the feeling you get when you talk to Ed, he makes you feel comfortable and as if you'd known him for years. Underneath Ed's easy going attitude though there is a creepy demonic dark side which comes out through his music. Over the years Ed (and his parner Gavin Goszka) have released several CDs of incedental musicperfectly in fitting as background music for role-playing games such as Dungeons & Dragons and Call of Cthulhu. I've heard it described as GEM (Gothic Elevator Music) and if it was playing in an elevator near me I would ride up and down all day - this is the music you'd love to ride to, but it's great for gaming too.


Samsung Electronics unveils the Galaxy A70 smartphone, a new one in the popular Galaxy A series.
The phone comes with the latest innovations, upgraded essential features, a stylish design, large infinity display, enhanced triple camera, powerful battery and seamless connectivity.
Samsung has recently released Galaxy S10 series, Galaxy M series, Fold and A10, A30, A50 smartphones etc. and there are more to come from the brand.
If you are interested to know Samsung Galaxy A70 key features, technical specifications, price, first impression, unboxing, hands-on, comparison and review etc. then you could find few of them over here.
The phone is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 Octa-core processor and coupled with 6GB / 8GB RAM variant. The internal storage of the phone is of 256GB, 512GB ROM variant.
Samsung Galaxy A70 runs on Android Pie based Samsung's One UI operating system. The display size of the phone is 6.7 inches with Infinity-U screen which is huge for sure. It also comes with 20:9 aspect ratio as an added advantage.
With regards to its camera, the Galaxy A70 phone sport 32 megapixel front shooter and 32+8 megapixel rear triple cams as well. The mobile phone also powered by 4500mAh battery with fast charging at 25W.
This could be the teaser for the existing and upcoming similar segment cell phones in the market. You can check Samsung Galaxy A70 smartphone's specs and expected price detail below.
Samsung Galaxy A70 price: Starts approx INR 39,990 (Will be updated).
Tips: One of the best and larger display smartphones to enjoy like a Tab, and for Gameplay.


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Legal experts in Building and Construction Law may apply for specialist accreditation
Singapore, 9 January 2017 – Lawyers who specialise in building and construction law can now apply to have their skills and knowledge recognised through a new accreditation scheme introduced by the Singapore Academy of Law ("SAL"). This recognition will also enable members of the public to identify lawyers who have proven themselves in this area of practice.
The first batch of accredited specialists for building and construction law will be announced in January 2018 and SAL has plans to extend the scheme to other areas of law in future.
The launch of the Specialist Accreditation Scheme (专家鉴定制度) was announced by Chief Justice Sundaresh Menon at the Opening of the Legal Year today.
CJ Menon said that in the long run, a specialist accreditation scheme will improve the quality of Singapore's legal services and the standard of the Bar in general, without disadvantaging those who choose to remain non-accredited. "Participation in the scheme will be entirely voluntary and will not be exclusionary. Thus, non-accredited lawyers will continue to be able to practice in their field, in the same way that those who are not appointed Senior Counsel are nonetheless able to practise as advocates. But accreditation will function as a mark of recognition that a particular lawyer in fact has particular skills and expertise."
SAL's Specialist Accreditation Scheme adopts a two-tier system: a lower tier (Accredited Specialist) for younger legal practitioners and an upper tier (Senior Accredited Specialist) for more experienced legal practitioners. Candidates will be assessed by a selection panel comprising a mix of judges, legal practitioners and industry professionals based on:
their substantial involvement in the practice of building and construction law;
accumulation of public and private Continuing Professional Development points in this area of practice;
examination results (for Accredited Specialist candidates only, Senior Accredited Specialist candidates are exempted from this requirement);
a selection panel interview;
references from fellow legal practitioners; and
disciplinary record.
Successful candidates will be designated the title "Acc. Spec. (Building & Construction), Singapore Academy of Law" or "Snr. Acc. Spec. (Building & Construction, Singapore Academy of Law" to acknowledge their expertise in building and construction law. These titles may be used in their legal practice's marketing collaterals. The specialist accreditation will also need to be renewed every two years to ensure that the highest standards are maintained.
The scheme is expected to benefit more than 900 legal practitioners who practise building and construction law. "Legal practitioners play an important role in the construction industry, from front end drafting and advice to dispute resolution," said Mr Christopher Chuah (蔡子建先生) (Partner and Head of the Infrastructure, Construction & Engineering Practice at WongPartnership LLP). "The expected upswing in local, regional and global construction activity in the next four to five years bodes well for building and construction legal practitioners. There is a group of counsel and legal advisors at the apex of this area of work internationally and Singapore should likewise aim to have highly skilled legal practitioners at this level. Legal practitioners in the US, EU, Canada and Australia who have attained proficiency in building and construction law may seek recognition for his or her expertise under schemes in their respective jurisdictions. The introduction of a similar scheme in Singapore will incentivise both our senior and younger legal practitioners to hone their skills and knowledge in this area of practice and aspire to achieve excellence in this field."
For more information about the Specialist Accreditation Scheme:
For quotations regarding the views of legal practitioners in Singapore:
Christopher Chuah (Mr)
Partner, Head – Infrastructure, Construction & Engineering Practice
WongPartnership LLP
Mohan Pillay (Mr)
Partner – Joint Head of Office – Singapore
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The third of the trio of Yana's pilates workouts. This is a fantastic level 3 pilates class for those looking to really work their core. Yana does a quick recap of the fundamentals of pilates breathing a body positioning and then goes straight into the main pilates workout.
The main section of this pilates video is made up of pilates 100's, half roll backs, double leg stretches, shoulder bridges, pilates roll overs with no hands, oblique work, leg kicks in a plank, ab teasing, spinal articulations, pilates spiral saws, scissors in the air, full swimming, pilates boomerangs, side planks, shoulder stability and some press ups on one leg to really finish you off! Probably the best pilates video ever!
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The impact of sleep on childhood obesity
Although sleep is certainly not the only factor involved in obesity, the researchers state that it appears to be a contributory factor.
Researchers at WCM-Q have shown that lack of sleep is likely to be a contributing factor in childhood obesity in Qatar.
The relationship between obesity and insufficient sleep has been demonstrated before, but the majority of studies have relied on subjective estimates of sleep, and only one indicator of obesity.
By contrast, the team from WCM-Q used five indicators of obesity to ensure the condition was accurately defined. They also issued each subject with a wrist actigraphy device which records movement and allows researchers to accurately and objectively estimate sleep parameters.
The study was conducted on 335 elementary schoolchildren in Qatar who were aged between seven and 12. Each child was asked to wear the actigraph for seven consecutive days and nights. The children had their neck and waist circumferences measured, their height and weight taken (allowing their body mass index [BMI]) to be calculated, and their percentage of body fat and fat mass measured.
The research found that the average time at which the children went to sleep during the week was 9.22pm, and the average time at which they woke was 6.26am.
Of the sample, 42.1 per cent were classified as either overweight or obese according to the definitions from the World Health Organization. Of those children, weekday sleep duration was significantly shorter at 7 hours 36 minutes, as opposed to 7 hours 54 minutes for those who were a healthy weight.
Although sleep is certainly not the only factor involved in obesity, the researchers state that it appears to be a contributory factor. Sleep duration may influence food intake, food selection, and energy expenditure with downstream effects on body fat.
Dr. Shahrad Taheri, director of the clinical research core and assistant dean for clinical investigations said that the body of evidence pointed to a lack of sleep having an effect on a person's weight, and there is increasing evidence to support this from studies of both children and adults.
Dr. Taheri added: "Here, we observe the relationship between sleep and obesity in the first study of sleep in schoolchildren in Qatar. The study demonstrates that conditions like obesity are far more complex than we first thought, and should be treated holistically. Qatar has a high prevalence of obesity and there is a need to look at improving sleep to prevent and tackle obesity. We plan to undertake further research to see if it is possible to reduce obesity through lifestyle change that includes diet, physical activity, and sleep"


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(1997) Леверье () — астероид из группы главного пояса, который был открыт 17 октября 1963 года в рамках проекта IAP в обсерватории им. Гёте Линка и назван в честь французского математика Урбена Леверье, который совместно с Джоном Адамсом по возмущениям орбиты Урана рассчитал местоположение восьмой планеты — Нептуна.

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 Список астероидов (1901—2000)
 Классификации малых планет

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Call 02380 080681 now. Lines are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call our team today for a no obligation discussion about industrial injury and disease compensation claims in Southampton.
Our industrial disease solicitors for Southampton are specialists in helping clients win large compensation amounts for industrial injury and disease cases. With a friendly and sympathetic approach to the legal process, you are in good hands.
Our industrial injury claims team have processed hundreds of cases throughout the UK over the last decade, and are perfectly placed to maximise your chances of receiving the best possible outcome for your industrial injury compensation case in the Southampton and Hampshire area. Read on for more details about how we work and the differences between disease and injury related claims.
What Is Industrial Disease? This is any form of illness that a worker has developed and contracted as a results of their work. There are many different forms that a diseases can manifest itself including cancers, skin complaints, deafness, or lung conditions.
What is Industrial Injury? An injury that was sustained at work can typically be something we can look to seek compensation for. For more details please read our page relating to accidents at work which has more details.
How Much Industrial Disease Compensation in Southampton?
If the company that you work for or previously were employed by can be found guilty of letting an employee develop an industrial disease, then we will be able to support you with making an industrial disease claim in Southampton. The compensation amounts will vary, and in order to find out how much you could claim for you will need to contact our claims advice specialists by telephone or complete our claim form.
In order to make a claim for industrial injury or disease, we will need as much information from you as possible. This will include dates, medical records, any witness statements and more. To be honest, the more you can supply us with the better the chance of success.
Our industrial injury solicitors for Southampton are all locally based. Where possible we will try to ensure that your assigned lawyer is as close to you as possible, although it's not always that necessary. The solicitor will explain the whole process to you as they go along and will handle the case for you from start to finish.
Because we only work on a no win no fee* agreement it means the solicitor will only be paid if the case is successful. In most scenarios this will be settled outside of court by an insurance company.
Contact us today for all enquiries concerning an industrial Injury at work claim in Southampton or any form or related accident claims. We are specialists at getting our clients compensation.
Our solicitors work on a no win no fee* agreement in all cases. They are all extremely friendly and understanding and know the industry inside and out – with over a decade of experience in supporting local client on similar personal injury claim types including deafness.


As a business owner, you squeeze all that you can into your daily routine to ensure your business is growing, closing sales, and expanding in the future. From sunrise until sunset, you make calls, work with your employees, and dream about new developments and services you might want to offer down the line. However, in the midst of all this organizing and planning, do you stop to consider the critical importance of business cleaning services and how it relates to the success of your operation?
Having a clean and healthy workspace is an integral part to running a successful business. Unfortunately, most business owners only notice this facet when the cleanliness gets completely out of hand.
First Impressions Are LASTING Impressions: If you have customers entering your business and turning around before they meet with you, that means you have a serious cleanliness problem. A clean and tidy work environment looks more welcoming to potential clients, instilling a confidence in them that translates to trust. The more they trust you, the more they are going to recommend your business to friends and family.
Brand Seriousness: You want to communicate to your clients that you take your business seriously. That starts with the presentation. A tidy work environment implies superior, quality products and services. You could own a tax business, restaurant, or co-working space. It doesn't matter – you will be judged and taken less seriously if you're lacking business cleaning services.
Healthy Employees: In order for your business to function properly, you need to have employees that are healthy and happy. In a recent study put out by the ISSA, it was found that sick days cost businesses more than $225 billion dollars per year, contributing to a loss of 54% in productivity. A cleaner work space means healthier employees.
Asset Preservation: Depending your business, chances are, you have some pretty expensive equipment and infrastructure set up at your locations. If you want to invest in the durability and longevity of your assets, you need to consider corporate cleaning services. Not only beneficial for health and presentation, the cleaner you keep your equipment, the less susceptible it becomes to rust and degradation over time. It's a better investment for your wallet.
One Less Thing to Worry About: As a business owner, you want to focus your time on the bigger project demands: like introducing a new product into the market or revolutionizing a service to match a new trend. You don't want to worry about cleaning. The more jobs you put on your plate, the less focused you'll be on what really counts. If you find yourself all over the place every day, signs are you need to consider outsourcing your business cleaning services.
We're equipped to provide round-the-clock, sustainable, and reliable corporate cleaning services to any sized facility or corporation. Your image, productivity, and longevity as a company is at stake. And so is ours!


Businesses are required to file a bond with the State of Illinois Department of Transportation (the "Obligee") to activate their license. The bond protects the Obligee by transferring to a surety bond company the cost of ensuring the public is compensated for damages resulting from a licensed business breaking licensing laws.
How much does the Illinois Vehicle of Excess Dimensions or Weight bond cost?
Illinois Vehicle of Excess Dimensions or Weight bonds typically cost between 0.8% and 5.0% of the bond amount depending on the personal credit, license history, and experience of the business owners and the surety carrier issuing the bond.
Is a Credit Check Required for Illinois Vehicle of Excess Dimensions or Weight Bonds?
Why is the Illinois Vehicle of Excess Dimensions or Weight bond required?
Businesses are required to purchase and file a bond with the State of Illinois Department of Transportation to activate their license. The bond protects the Obligee by transferring to a surety bond company the cost of ensuring the public is compensated for damages resulting from the failure of a licensed business complying with the provisions of licensing laws.
How does the Illinois Vehicle of Excess Dimensions or Weight bond work?
Illinois Vehicle of Excess Dimensions or Weight bonds must be issued by an insurance carrier admitted by the Illinois Department of Insurance. The insurance company issuing any surety bond, such as the Illinois Vehicle of Excess Dimensions or Weight bond, will also be referred to as the "surety company" or the "bond company". The business is referred to as the Principal, the surety bond company as the Obligor and the State of Illinois Department of Transportation as the Obligee.


Chapter Eight (8) of the Epistle to the Romans is replete with key and crucial revelations that can only be perceived, appreciated and embraced through the Holy Spirit.
"There is therefore now no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus, who do not walk according to the flesh, but according to the Spirit." (Romans 8:1 NKJV). Those who believe in Christ Jesus are no longer subject to the condemnation or accusation of the devil. Those who believe in Christ Jesus have no sins conscience and do not struggle with a guilt complex, because judgement has befallen the Lord on the cross. For this reason the sacred Scriptures declare, "Who shall bring a charge against God's elect? It is God who justifies.." (Romans 8:33 NKJV). The Holy Spirit reveals this truth to us and helps us to comprehend it. This enables us to face any charge brought against us by the devil and to proclaim that those who believe in the Lord can no longer be condemned on account of the Lord's intercession for us.
"He who did not spare His own Son, but delivered Him up for us all, how shall He not with Him also freely give us all things?" (Romans 8:32 NKJV) The Lord will supply all our needs. He is our Shepherd … we will lack nothing. The Lord experienced torture, agony and even death for our sake, how will he not also grant us all things? The Holy Spirit assures us that we will lack nothing and that we will not live in anxiety but in trust and serenity.
"For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus has made me free from the law of sin and death." (Romans 8:2 NKJV) One of the privileges of the believer is freedom from the captivity of sin and the dominion of the old nature. Relying on the Holy Spirit in our struggle against the old nature secures victory (unlike Paul who experienced failure in Romans 7). "Therefore, brethren, we are debtors—not to the flesh, to live according to the flesh. For if you live according to the flesh you will die; but if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body, you will live." (Romans 8:12-13 NKJV). We are no longer held captive to the old nature.
"Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us." (Romans 8:37 NKJV) We are not called to live in defeat or accept it as the norm. It is God's plan that we lead the victorious life with defeat being only transient in nature. Even if we go through trouble, hardship, nakedness, danger or sword, we can proclaim that by the help of the Holy Spirit, "Who shall separate us from the love of Christ?' (Romans 8:35 NKJV) Nothing shall separate me from the love of the Lord, because in all the troubles and adversities I face I will be more than a conqueror through Him who loved me.
That Satan's charges against us invariably fail !!


We have discussed this topic before but it is important enough to repeat and update.
Why does a private investigator need to take notes? This question generally is referring to content more than the need to take notes, but here are a few reasons why you should: 1. Writing things down helps you remember them. The best way to learn is repetition. 2. Record of work performed. Let's face it, you really enjoy being a private investigator, but getting paid is important too. You can quickly and easily complete your work history for billable hours by referring to your notes. 3. When working on multiple investigations it is easy to confuse facts. Referring back to your notes will increase your accuracy and you will not forget important details. One investigator said, "My notes have led to the capture of many a suspect as I have found the clues I needed in them."
How to take notes? This question centers on two aspects of taking notes. First, what is the best method for taking notes? A tablet or pen and paper. We opt for the pen and paper method. It's easier, allows you draw sketches, scratch through information, and go back to earlier details you have noted. Second, what is an efficient way to take notes? Learning shorthand can be time consuming and costly. We suggest using shortcuts common to texting. For example; "V could c S put items dwn front of pants." You can probably figure this one out, "Victim could see the suspect put the stolen items down the front of his pants." Using common abbreviations such as "V" for victim, "S" for suspect, and "W" for witness will help you quickly take notes. If there are more than one, then assign a number for each. Later you can transcribe your notes for the report in to complete sentences.
"Monday, September 2, 2016 - 1600-1630hrs @ Jones Office Bldg Suite 123.
V could c S put items dwn front of pants in waiting room. S left by front door, in late model Honda 4 door. S drove north on Williams St.
S - w/m, slender, about 5'10"-5'11", blue jeans, white t-shirt and tennis shoes.
Items: small clock radio and V's purse. Purse brn leather, "Coach", contained $20 and several cc's."
1. Don't let note taking interfere with the interview.
2. Always review your notes with the person being interviewed to make sure your information is accurate. It will also prompt them to add additional details.
3. Leave spaces as you take notes so you can go back add important details as needed.
4. Transcribe your notes as soon as possible while they are fresh in your memory.
5. Always take notes. Develop a habit of taking notes even if you think you don't need to.
6. Keep all of your notes together in a notebook. This will allow you keep a journal of your work.
Always take good notes to improve your investigation!


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Q: DHCP dns stopped working on ubuntu 18.04 I have setup new ubuntu 18.04 server which has dhcp assigned ip and dns 192.168.120.62 , after setup when i checked i waw able to get result using nslookup for local dns entries of 192.168.120.62 but nlsookup were showing nameserver 127.0.0.1:53 but after sometime it started failing with error name of service not known for ping response even for nslookup i was getting nxdomain , i checked dns server its working properly but still i am facing issue can you guide me what is the correct method if i want to assign dns to server using dhcp permanently

A: If you know which name servers you would like to use, you can add them to Netplan.
Look in /etc/netplan for a .yaml file and open it. For example:
$ sudo vi /etc/netplan/01-netcfg.yaml

You are going to see something that looks like this:
network:
    ethernets:
        eth0:
            dhcp4: true
            dhcp6: false
            match:
                macaddress: 00:01:02:03:04:05
            set-name: eth0
    version: 2

NOTE: Yours will probably look a little different. Do not worry if your file is just a few lines long.
Create a new nameservers item under the device section followed by an addresses item. Note that spacing is very important here.
network:
    ethernets:
        eth0:
            dhcp4: true
            dhcp6: false
            nameservers:
                addresses: [1.2.3.4, 5.6.7.8]
            match:
                macaddress: 00:01:02:03:04:05
            set-name: eth0
    version: 2

Do change the IP addresses here to proper addresses. If you would like to use one of the more popular services for DNS, here are the addresses:

Provider
Addresses

Google
[8.8.8.8, 8.8.4.4]

Cloudflare
[1.1.1.1, 1.0.0.1]

OpenDNS
[208.67.222.222, 208.67.220.220]

Level3
[209.244.0.3, 209.244.0.4]

Once done, save the file and then apply it:
$ sudo netplan apply

Test the DNS Servers are being used with this:
$ systemd-resolve --status | grep 'DNS Servers' -A2

You should see something that looks like this:
         DNS Servers: 1.1.1.1
                      1.0.0.1

Done.

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Пржеро́ва () — польский дворянский герб.

Описание
В червлёном поле золотое древко с хоругвью в перевязь. В нашлемнике три страусовых пера.

Во времена Александра Лакиера считалось, что этот герб был дан королём Болеславом Кривоустым храброму воину Мирославу в память подвигов его в войне Польши с немецким императором в 1109 году.

Герб используют

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Изменённым вариантом является польский дворянский герб Балабан.

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 Герб Пржерова и его носители

Литература
 Bartosz Paprocki. Herby rycerstwa polskiego. Kraków, 1584.
 Simon Okolski. Orbis Polonus. Krakow, 1642. T.1-3.
 Ks. Kacper Niesiecki. Herby i familie rycerskie tak w Koronie jako y w W.X.L. Lwów, 1728.

Гербы с шляхетскими коронами
Гербы с изображением трёх страусовых перьев


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Funds will help PAWS do more for four-legged friends
Providing Animal Welfare Services was recently awarded more than $100,000 in grants.
Funds will help PAWS do more for four-legged friends Providing Animal Welfare Services was recently awarded more than $100,000 in grants. Check out this story on DemocratandChronicle.com: http://on.rocne.ws/1adRbGz
Sean Dobbin, ROC Published 6:29 p.m. ET Sept. 21, 2013 | Updated 6:29 p.m. ET Sept. 21, 2013
Matt Piccone of Gates, who started PAWS (Providing Animal Welfare Services), gets a canine hug from Rambo as a PAWS crew visits him to check on his health and the safety of his environment .(Photo: MARIE DE JESUS)
With a few doghouses, some straw bedding, and many of his nights and weekends, Matt Piccone has earned a lot of believers.
Soon, he'll be able to do even more.
Piccone's nonprofit, the Rochester-based Providing Animal Welfare Services, or PAWS, was recently awarded more than $100,000 in grants from the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
The money is being used to purchase a building that will act as a spay-neuter clinic, as well as a pickup and a trailer that act as a mobile vaccination unit and a method of transportation for animals that need to be taken to and from the clinic.
For an organization that is still entirely volunteer-based and only a year-and-a-half old, the grants represent a huge step toward Piccone's ultimate goal: a city well-educated in animal welfare, where strays are rare and shelters mostly empty.
"We reached out nationally, and we're collaborating with groups from across the country now, and we're excited. We've really done a lot in a year," said Piccone, 39, of Gates. "It's incredible, to be honest. I can't believe how much we've accomplished."
Piccone started PAWS early in 2012, after realizing that the city's approach to dealing with its animal population wasn't working particularly well.
As a security technician for Time Warner Cable, Piccone walked through many disadvantaged city neighborhoods where dogs were being neglected, and over the years, he started to notice a vicious cycle of animal torment: a neglected dog would be tied up outside a home, authorities would eventually arrive to take the animal away, and soon, he'd see a new dog in the yard.
The pets were suffering, and their owners weren't learning. But instead of offering judgment and consequences — an approach that only fed that cycle — Piccone decided to try and teach.
He began providing donated doghouses to city residents who couldn't afford them. He returns to each home regularly to replace the bedding, while also offering food, shots and training for the owners who were eager for the help — which was most of them. With a little help, many of his charges have become model pet owners, he said.
Meanwhile, Piccone's collaborative approach was resonating, as PAWS built a large grass-roots following. The organization now boasts nearly 7,000 Facebook followers, some of whom regularly contribute donations when PAWS needs supplies.
Late last year, PAWS connected with the ASPCA, which provided the organization with a few small grants for spay-neuter services.
Jill Van Tuyl, ASPCA community initiatives director for the New York and New Jersey area, said that PAWS's approach appealed to her because Piccone knows disadvantaged city neighborhoods so well.
"A lot of the public, especially that segment of the population, is suspicious of animal control or traditional shelters, because there's more of a mentality that if you're not doing right by your dog, we're going to take your dog," said Van Tuyl. "Let's empower these people and not judge them and give them the tools to take care of their dog."
After the smaller spay-neuter grants were successful — Piccone and his wife, Laura, outsourced the work to local veterinarians, who performed the surgeries — PAWS applied for and received a $50,000 ASPCA grant to purchase its own spay-neuter clinic at the corner of Ridgeway Avenue and Mt. Hope Boulevard. Piccone hopes to have the clinic up and running by early 2014.
The spay-neuter services were a logical next step for the organization as it hopes to reduce the number of strays in the city. And many of the people who Piccone has worked with have already embraced the concept.
"A lot of people are mating their dogs, and they're not taking care of them," said Rich McGuire, 49, of Rochester, whose dog Gucci has been the recipient of several services from PAWS, including spaying. "They're mating them and selling them for a profit, and they don't really care what happens to them."
PAWS also has acquired two more ASPCA grants totaling an additional $55,000 for use on a pickup and trailer, which will ferry pets to and from the building, and act as a mobile station for pets that need shots. Now, the organization is hoping to capitalize on its momentum and continue to spread the word about its mission.
"We've had visions along the way of where we wanted to be, but it's continually changing, which is great," said Laura Piccone. "It's just growing by leaps and bounds."
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