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Ex homeless woman, Becky, 28, is a young woman wants to share her experiences of her time as a homeless woman. She was helped by Porchlight and wanted to get her story out so people can hear first-hand the sorts of things that happen to these women and what they have to go through.
Porchlight is a homeless charity in Canterbury that is available to help homeless people who may need help getting off the streets and put into accommodation.
Becky spent the majority of her adult life on the streets so now she wants to share her story to make other people aware what it's really like to be a female living on the streets.
Becky's reason for becoming homeless was due to her traumatic childhood. Like many other vulnerable women in this position, she was abused and exploited while being a rough sleeper.
Becky has also taken her time to thank the charity Porchlight for helping her get her life back on track and help her get to where she needs to be.
Becky is now looking towards a much more positive future and is even volunteering at one of Porchlights partner homeless charity to give back the help that she was given to get her life back on track.


We produce countless regional delicacies according to traditional recipes.
Whether raw, cured, cold or hot smoked, boiled, cooked, roasted or frozen – the variety of meat and charcuterie products is huge. Not only do we have the highest standards in terms of production and process reliability, but we also apply these standards with regard to the origin of our products.
Whether beef, veal, pork or lamb – the selection of high-quality meat products is very wide, and more than 90 per cent of them originate from Swiss farms. Micarna produces over 600 different cooked sausages, snacks and ham products, cold cuts, smoked specialities, cooked and raw sausages, as well as top-quality specialities from western Switzerland.
We stock countless regional delicacies, which are prepared using traditional recipes. The preparation options for our specialities are as varied as their flavours.
Micarna processes a good 160,000 tonnes of meat a year. Around 32,000 tonnes are processed into numerous charcuterie products and regional delicacies.
Fleury is the second largest dried meat company in Canton Valais. Founded in Bramois in 1963, the company has belonged to the Micarna Group since 2016. Among the IGP specialties the company produces are traditional dried meat, raw ham and bacon – all produced exclusively from Swiss meat in the mountains of Valais. Fleury practices the sustainable continuation and development of the traditional art of meat drying in Valais; at its production facility in Granges (VS), specialties of the highest quality are produced using original recipes. Fleury achieves top quality with cutting-edge production plants and the highest standards when it comes to hygiene, product and occupational safety. The company consistently ensures that the origin of each and every product can be seamlessly traced.
With his company, Ernst Mauer has produced bacon and country smoked ham and supplied the Migros cooperatives with his exclusive premium products for nearly 50 years from his Solothurn exclave in the middle of Canton Baselland. The pork that Ernst Mauer salts and smokes with the best ingredients in a classical manner over several weeks is sourced exclusively from the region. Maurer bacon is then produced by hand and salted with the company's own special seasoning mixture. While his wife Sylvia looks after bookkeeping, Ernst Mauer produces up to one tonne of bacon along with his employees each day. This family-run business was awarded prizes multiple times in past years, including the rare "best prize" awarded by the German Agricultural Society. In a succession plan, Maurer Speck was transferred in 2015 to the Micarna SA Charcuterie Business Unit and is now a part of the Micarna Group.
Visit the Maurer factory outlet in Flüh (Talstrasse 55, 4112 Flüh).
Payment methods: Cash or debit card (EC-Direct and Postcard). All prices include VAT.
The Natura Bündner Fleischtrocknerei is the manufacturer of dried meat specialties for the Micarna Group. The company has produced Bündnerfleisch, Bündner raw ham, coppa and raw bacon according to traditional recipes for more than 30 years in a small, modern production plant in Tinizong. In 2009, the family-run business was transferred to Micarna's Charcuterie Business Unit and thus became part of the Micarna Group. The interplay between selected raw materials, traditional recipes and expert processing provides the basis for the renowned premium product from the heart of Graubünden. The dried meat specialties are salted in Tinizong and then dried for several months in rooms specially outfitted for this purpose. During the drying process the meat loses nearly half its original weight while receiving its unmistakable taste at the same time. Since 2010, dried meat aficionados can purchase Natura specialties directly on site in Tinizong in a small production shop.
Visit the Natura factory outlet in Tinizong (Veia Cantunala 78, 7453 Tinizong).
Between May and November the shop is closed on Saturdays.
For over 60 years, Rudolf Schär has produced a wide range of meat and sausage specialties in the Säntis / Lake Constance region, and has been part of the Micarna Group since 2014. As a specialty producer, Rudolf Schär is in charge of products such as oven-baked and cured ham, dried meat sausage (Pantli) and raw meat sausage (Mostbröckli), Olma bratwurst and farm sausage (Schüblig) as well as its famous meatloaf baked in a wood-fired oven, all of which are enjoyed far beyond the region. The regional anchoring of Rudolf Schär guarantees not only proximity and hence a close relationship to their suppliers, but also short transport routes. Each product can thereby be seamlessly traced back at any time. The quality of the raw material, sustainable relationships to Swiss agriculture and the detailed production know-how play a crucial role, particularly in the specialty segment. A cutting-edge facility at the production site in Thal, St. Gallen, and around 80 trained specialists ensure the quality of these premium products.
The special and exclusive "dry aging" process gives "My Steak" its unforgettable taste. You can obtain this prime cut from the meat counter at selected branches of Migros.
Selected Swiss beef matured on the bone for 21 days in special cold rooms: otherwise known as "Rassis sur l'os". This classy "dry aged" speciality can be found in selected branches of Migros.


Yes, more for relevant to my " Prefabricated homes as art", about the MOMA book "Home Delivery: Fabricating the Modern Dwelling". In this Barry Bergdoll and Peter Christensen document the history of prefabrication of homes, inlcuding the Futuro prefabricated house.
It happens that I used to live about 40 metres away from the example of the Futuro home in Canberra. It was part of the Canberra Planetarium and Observatory, which was run by the "Dickson Tradies" club as a community facility, but it closed in early February 2008.
After watching a large silver dome being constructed, with what appeared to be a spaceship next to it, I discovered the big silver dome was a planetarium and the small dome was used as part of the facility. I went to the opening of the planetarium in 1997 and wrote a web page about it, whioch the Shopping Sherpa linked (I guess that is how you found me).
I guess I must have walked through the dome but don't recall seeing it from the inside. I suggest contacting the Dickson Tradies club to ask them about it. I suspect if you have a good community use for it, they would probably let you use it, or even have it, at a token fee.
Unfortunately, according to the report "Hope remains for new observatory" (The Chronicle, 5 October 2010), the former Canberra Planetarium and Observatory was damaged by fire on 27b September 2010. It is not clear if the Futuro building was damaged. Much of the astronomical equipment had already been relocated from the complex and so is safe.
It is not clear when, or if, the Planetarium and Observatory Association of Canberra will be able to find a new location. In my view POAC should look to new computer technology, which could make such a facility lower cost and more readily accessible to the community.
The Futuro prefabricated house which was part of the part of the Canberra Planetarium and Observatory has been moved to the University of Canberra and is to be restored by conservation students.
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Opening This Week: Two Hippies Pizzeria
Michele Laudig August 24, 2009 2:58PM
Andy and Jan Goldstein, the two husband-and-wife hippies behind Two Hippies, are expanding their mini-empire.
By the end of this week, Andy Goldstein tells me, they'll be opening Two Hippies Dropped Out of College and Opened a Pizzeria. Has there ever been a restaurant whose name was a full sentence? This might be a first.
For the Goldsteins, it'll be their third eatery -- they also own a burger joint and a taco shack, Two Hippies Magic Mushroom Burgers and Two Hippies Beach House. The pizzeria is going into the old Long Wong's next to D'licious Dishes, at the southeast corner of 7th Ave and Missouri.
Andy's brother Ron, who founded Long Wong's, gave them the tip on buying the building. And while Andy says the pizzeria will be "different than a Long Wong's," it will have 15 different kind of wings, as well as subs and pizzas, made from mostly organic and local ingredients. To drink, they'll offer lemonades in different flavors just like at the Beach House.
The pizza will be thicker than a thin crust, and thinner than a thick crust, he says. "We'll have Chinese, Jewish, Mexican, Thai, and Mediterranean pizzas."
For example, the Jewish pizza will have Russian dressing, corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and red onion, while the Chinese pizza will have bamboo shoots, chicken, noodles, and a special Chinese-style sauce. Pizzas will top out at $8, while subs will run about $6. Service will be takeout and delivery only, and there will be a walk-up window.
Meanwhile, the Two Hippies Breakfast Joint that I reported on awhile ago is almost ready as well, opening by the end of this month at 7th Avenue and Glenrosa. Stay tuned for more info on that opening.
Michele Laudig
Contact: Michele Laudig

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Using energy efficiently can reduce the cost of heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning, which account for a significant part of the overall cost of housing. Energy costs recur month-to-month and are hard to reduce after a home has been designed and built. The development of an energy-efficient home or building must be thought through using a systems approach. Planning for energy efficiency involves considering where the air is coming from, how it is treated, and where it is desired in the home. Improper use or installation of sealing and insulating materials may lead to moisture saturation or retention, encouraging the growth of mold, bacteria, and viruses. In addition, toxic chemicals may be created or contained within the living environment. These building errors may result in major health hazards. The major issues that must be balanced in using a systems approach to energy efficiency are energy cost and availability, long-term affordability and sustainability, comfort and efficiency, and health and safety.
Making sound decisions in designing, constructing, or updating dwellings will ensure not only greater use and enjoyment of the space, but also can significantly lower energy bills and help residents avoid adverse health effects. Systematic planning for energy efficiency also can assist prospective homeowners in qualifying for mortgages because lower fuel bills translate into lower total housing and utility payments. Some banks and credit unions take this into account when qualifying prospective homeowners for mortgages. "Energy-efficient" mortgages provide buyers with special benefits when purchasing an energy-efficient home.
Energy use and efficiency should be addressed in the context of selection of fuel types and appliances, location of the equipment, equipment sizing and backup systems, and programmed use when making decisions on space heating, water heating, space cooling, window glazing, and lighting. Usage variables, such as taking excessively long showers, turning off lights when leaving rooms, or using appliances at full or near-full capacity, may increase or decrease energy use, depending on occupancy. Many of these demands can be optimized in the design stage of housing for new construction. However, when remodeling dwellings, making modifications to improve energy efficiency is often difficult. Preconstruction consultations with architects and energy specialists can produce tradeoffs that retain the aesthetics and special aspects of a dwelling, while making appropriate investments in energy efficiency.
A price is paid for poor design and lack of proper insulation of dwellings, both in dollars for utility bills and in comfort of the occupants. The layout of rooms and overall tightness of a house in terms of air exchange affect energy requirements. In addition, home occupants and owners often are called on to make relatively minor decisions affecting total energy consumption, such as selecting lighting fixtures and bulbs and selecting settings for thermostats. Buying energy-efficient appliances can save energy, but the largest reduction in energy use can be derived from major decisions, such as considering the R-value of roof systems, insulation, and windows.
Thermal resistance (a material's resistance to heat flow) is rated by R-value. Higher R values mean greater insulating power, which means greater household energy savings and commensurate cost savings. Table 13.1 is a guideline for choosing R-values that are right for a particular home based on the climate, household heating system, and area in which it is located.
Another way of understanding R-value is to see it as the resistance to heat losses from a warmer inside temperature to the outside temperature through a material or building envelope (wall, ceiling or roof assembly, or window). Total heat loss is a function of the thermal conductivity of materials, area, time, and construction in a house.
The R-value of thermal insulation depends on the type of material, its thickness, and its density. In calculating the R-value of a multilayered installation, the R-values of the individual layers are added. Installing more insulation increases R-value and the resistance to heat flow.
The effectiveness of an insulated wall or ceiling also depends on how and where the insulation is installed. For example, insulation that is compressed will not provide its full rated R-value. Also, the overall R-value of a wall or ceiling will be somewhat different from the R-value of the insulation itself because some heat flows around the insulation through the studs and joists. That is, the overall R-value of a wall with insulation between wood studs is less than the R-value of the insulation itself because the wood provides a thermal short-circuit around the insulation. The short-circuiting through metal framing is much greater than that through wood-framed walls; sometimes the metal wall's overall R-value can be as low as half the insulation's R-value. With careful design, this short-circuiting can be reduced.
Roofs are composite structures, with composite R-values. The total R-value for the roof components shown in Figure 13.1 is 14.54 (Table 13.2). In general, a composite structure with a composite R-value of more than R 38 provides a substantial barrier to heat loss. Of course, in the winter the outside air temperature would vary significantly between locations such as Pensacola, Florida, and Fairbanks, Alaska, and would affect the cost-effectiveness of additional insulation and construction using various roofing components (Table 13.2).
The location of a house is usually a fixed variable in calculating R-values once the lot is purchased. However, the homeowner should consider the value of additional insulation by comparing its cost with the savings resulting from the increase in energy efficiency. Roof construction, including components such as ridge vents and insulating materials, is quite important and is often one of the more cost-effective ways to lower energy costs.
Ridge vents are important to roofs for at least three reasons. First, ridge vents help lower the temperature in the roof structure and, consequently, in the attic and in the habitable space below. Second, ridge vents and rotating turbine vents help prolong the life of the roofing materials, particularly asphalt shingles and plywood sheathing. Third, ridge vents assist in air circulation and help avoid problems with excessive moisture.
Attic ventilators are small fans that remove hot air and reduce attic temperature. Adequate inlet vents are important. Typically these vents are located under the eaves of the house. The fan should be located near the peak of the roof for best performance.
White roof surfaces combined with any of the measures listed above will improve their performance significantly. The white surface reflects much of the sun's heat and keeps the roof much cooler than a typical roof.
Reduce indoor air temperature by 4°F (-16ºC) in the afternoon.
Lower the ceiling temperature, perhaps by more than 15°F (-9.4ºC). Insulation [radiant barrier] can reduce ceiling temperatures from 101°F (38ºC) in bright sun on Oahu to 83°F (28ºC) (Figure 13.2).
Reduce or eliminate the need for an air-conditioner.
Energy savings, of course, will vary depending on energy prices. The payback afforded by additional insulation or investment in energy conservation measures is the average amount of time it will require for the initial capital cost to be recovered as a result of the savings in energy bills. A payback of 3 to 5 years might be economic, because the average homeowner stays in a home that long. However, payback criteria can vary by individual, and renters, for example, often face the dilemma of not wanting to make improvements for which they may not be able to fully realize the benefits. Described below are a few insulation alternatives.
To achieve maximum effect, the method of installation and type of insulation are of considerable importance. The proper placement of moisture barriers is essential. If insulation becomes moisture-saturated, its resistance to energy loss is significantly reduced. Barriers to moisture should be installed toward the living area because significant moisture is generated in the home through respiration, cooking, and the combustion of heating fuels.
Cellulose or fiberglass insulation is the most cost-effective insulation. Blown-in cellulose or fiberglass and fiberglass batts are similar in cost and performance. Recycled cellulose insulation may be available. For the best performance, insulation should be 5 to 6 inches thick. It can be installed in attics of new and existing homes. It is typically the best choice for framed ceilings in new homes, but can be costly to install in existing framed ceilings. It is very important that this type of insulation be treated for fire resistance.
Foamboard (R-10, 1.5 to 2 inches) provides more insulation per inch than does cellulose or fiberglass, but is also more expensive. It is best where other insulation cannot be used, such as open-beam ceilings. It is applicable for new construction or when roofing is replaced on an existing home. Two common materials are polystyrene and polyisocyanurate. Polystyrene is better in moist conditions, and polyisocyanurate has a higher R value per inch (millimeter). However, some of these insulations present serious fire spread hazards. They should be evaluated to ensure that they are covered with fire-retardant materials and meet local fire and building codes.
Radiant barrier insulation is a reflective foil sheet installed under the roof deck like regular roof sheathing. The effectiveness of a radiant barrier (Figure 13.2) depends on its emissivity (the relative power of the surface to emit heat by radiation). In general, the shinier the foil the better. Radiant barrier insulation cuts the amount of heat radiated from the hot roof to the ceiling below. It may be draped over the rafters before the roof is installed or stapled to the underside of the rafters. The shiny side should face downward for best performance. Some manufacturers claim that the radiant barrier prevents up to 97% of the sun's heat from entering the attic.
As shown in Table_13.1, it makes sense to insulate to high R-values in the ceiling. Insulation in walls should range from R-11 in relatively mild climate zones to R-38 in New England, the northern Midwest, the Great Lakes, and the Rocky Mountain states of Colorado and Wyoming. Insulation requirements vary within climate zones in these states and areas as well (for instance, mountainous areas and areas farther north may have more heating-degree days). The same logic of installing insulation applies to both ceilings and walls: the insulation should provide a barrier for heat and moisture transfer and buildup from inside the dwelling, where temperatures will generally be in the 68°F to 72°F (20ºC to 22ºC) range, compared with the much colder or hotter temperatures outside. The key to heat loss is the difference in temperatures and the time that the heat transfer takes place over a given area or surface. The choice of heating system, from gas/oil or heat pump, to electric resistance, will also affect the payback of additional wall insulation due to variation in energy fuel prices. For regions identified as "cold," careful attention should be made in selecting energy fuel type; in particular, a heat pump may not be a practical option.
A homeowner exploring designs and construction methods should examine the value of using structural insulated panels. The incorporation of high levels of insulation directly from the factory on building wall and ceiling components makes them outstanding barriers to heat and moisture. These integrated systems, if appropriately used, can save substantial amounts of energy when compared with traditional stick-built systems using 2 x 4 or 2 x 6 lumber. Also, building energy-efficient features (as well as electrical, plumbing, and other elements) directly into the building envelope at the factory can result in labor cost savings over the more traditional methods of construction.
Warm air expands and rises above surrounding cooler air. This process of heat transfer is called convection. Warm air, which is lighter, rises and, as it cools, falls, creating a convection current of air. The two other processes of heat transfer are conduction (kinetic energy transferred from particle to particle, such as in a water- or electrically heated floor) and radiation (radiant energy emitted in the form of waves or particles such as in a fireplace or hot glowing heating element). Floor insulation limits all three modes of heat loss. A warmer floor reduces the temperature difference that drives convection. Floor insulation also directly impedes conduction and radiation to the colder air below the floor.
The advantage of floor insulation lies in adding extra R-value without a significant increase in cost. It is cheaper to put more insulation under the floor than to add foam sheathing or change the type of wall construction to accommodate greater insulation levels.
Like walls, floor cavities should be completely filled with insulation—without gaps, missing insulation, or cavity voids. Floor insulation must contact the subfloor and both joists. In many cases, it is worth the extra cost to buy enough insulation to fill the entire cavity.
The amount of floor insulation required by some codes can be less than the space available. For example, an R-19 fiberglass batt is 6¼ inches thick. A floor framed with 2 x 8s is about 7½ inches deep, while a 2 x 10 floor is 9½ inches deep. A builder following a code's minimum insulation level will leave extra space that will allow for greater heat loss. To avoid this situation, the batt must be pushed up into the cavity. With the proper support, this can be done. Springy metal rods are commonly used to hold insulation up in the top of the floor cavity. Another viable option is the use of plastic straps. Figure 13.3 shows batt insulation improperly applied to the floor above a crawl space or a basement.
The thickness of typical fiberglass batts can assist the designer and the builder in creating a floor system that works for the occupants. Table 13.3 shows a list of R-values, along with the associated batt thickness. Individual brands can vary by as much as 1 inch.
According to Oikos, a commercial Web site devoted to serving professionals whose work promotes sustainable design and construction, "Buying a thicker batt may be a better option than trying to lift a thinner batt into the proper position. Material costs will climb slightly but labor should be the same. Attaching the insulation support to the bottom of the floor joist will be easier. It could also lead to a higher quality job because there is less chance for compression or gaps" (Figure 13.4) .
In some areas, it's common to hang plastic mesh over floor joists. Installers drop the insulation onto the mesh before the subfloor is installed. However, hanging the mesh creates sagging bellies. Insulation compresses near the framing and sags in the middle. Mesh should be attached to the bottom of the floor framing .
Each stage of increased floor insulation, from R-19 to R-30 or R-30 to R-38, can save energy over the life of the house. This energy translates into energy savings that are multiples of the initial installation costs. Floor insulation will generate the greatest savings in colder climates; in moderate climates, the target insulation level should depend on economics.
A blown-in insulation system allows the builder or insulator to fill the entire cavity completely, even around pipes, wires and other appurtenances. Using well-trained installers will pay dividends in quality workmanship.
Today there is an endless variety of doors, ranging from metal doors with or without insulation to hollow core to solid wood. When properly installed into fitted frames, doors serve as a heat barrier to maintain indoor temperatures. Quality metal doors with insulation are best if they have a thermal break between the interior and exterior metal surfaces; this keeps heat from being transferred from one side to the other.
Because doors take up a small percentage of a wall, insulating them is not as high a priority as is insulating walls and ceilings. That said, heat loss follows the path of least resistance; therefore, doors should be selected that are functional and add to the energy-efficiency of the house. Doors usually have lower R-values than the surrounding wall.
Storm doors can add R-1 to R-2 to the existing door's R-value. They are a valuable addition to doors that are frequently used and those that are exposed to cold winds, snow, and other weather. Screens allow natural breezes to circulate air from outside, rather than totally relying on air-conditioning, which can be energy intensive.
When considering replacement doors, select insulated, metal foam-core doors. Besides insulation, metal doors provide good security, seal more tightly, tend to warp less. Metal doors also are more soundproof than conventional wood doors.
Although sliding glass doors have aesthetic appeal, they have very low R-values and hence are minimally energy efficient. To improve the energy efficiency of existing sliding glass doors, the homeowner should ensure that they seal tightly and are properly weather-stripped. Additionally, heavy insulated drapes with weights, which impede the airflow, can cut down on heat loss through sliding glass doors.
Doors must be installed as recommended by the manufacturer. Care must be taken to be sure that doors are installed in a manner that does not trap moisture or allow unintended introduction of air. Numerous types of sealing materials are available that range from foam to plastic, to metal flanging and magnetic strips.
The hot water tank can be insulated to make it more efficient, unless the heat loss is used within the space where it is located. Special insulation is available for this type of appliance, and insulating it will reduce the energy required to deliver the hot water needed by the occupants of the dwelling. Of course, any pipe that is subject to extreme temperatures also should be insulated to decrease heat loss.
Windows by nature are transparent. They allow occupants of a dwelling to see outside and bring in sunlight and heat from the sun. They make space more pleasant and often provide lighting for tasks undertaken in the space. Especially in the winter, these desirable characteristics offset the heat loss. Heat gain in the summer through windows can be undesirable.
Rather than give them up, it is important to use windows prudently and to keep energy considerations in mind in their design and their insulating characteristics (air, glass, plastic, or gas filler). Good design takes advantage of day lighting. Weather-stripping and sealing leaks around windows can enhance comfort and energy savings. Energy Star windows are highly recommended. Housekeeping measures can improve the efficiency of retaining heat. Heat loss follows the path of least resistance: caulking, weather-stripped framing, and films can help. These measures are relatively labor intensive, low to very low in cost, and can be quite satisfying to the homeowner if accomplished correctly. On the other hand, it is not easy finding the perfect materials or even replacement parts for old windows.
When working with older windows, remember that there is the risk for leaded paint and the dispersion of toxic lead dust into the work area. Please refer to the lead section of Chapter 5, Indoor Air Pollutants and Toxic Materials.
According to the U.S. Department of Energy, caulking and weather-stripping have substantial housekeeping benefits in preventing energy loss or unwanted heat gain.
Caulks are airtight compounds (usually latex or silicone) that fill cracks and holes. Before applying new caulk, old caulk or paint residue remaining around a window should be removed using a putty knife, stiff brush, or special solvent. After old caulk is removed, new caulk can then be applied to all joints in the window frame and the joint between the frame and the wall. The best time to apply caulk is during dry weather when the outdoor temperature is above 45°F (7.2°C). Low humidity is important during application to prevent cracks from swelling with moisture. Warm temperatures are also necessary so the caulk will set properly and adhere to the surface .
Weather-stripped frames are narrow pieces of metal, vinyl, rubber, felt, or foam that seal the contact area between the fixed and movable sections of a window joint. They should be applied between the sash and the frame, but should not interfere with the operation of the window .
The heat-loss characteristics and the air tightness of a window vary with the type and quality of the window frame. The types of available window frames are fixed-pane, casement, double- and single-hung, horizontal sliding, hopper, and awning. Each type varies in energy efficiency.
Correctly installed fixed-pane windows are the most airtight and inexpensive choice, but are not suited to places that require ventilation. The air infiltration properties of casement windows (which open sideways with hand cranks), awning windows (which are similar to casement windows but have hinges at the top), and hopper windows (inverted awning windows with hinges at the bottom) are moderate. Double-hung windows, which have top and bottom sashes (the part of the window that can slide), tend to be leaky. The advantage of the single-hung window over the double-hung is that it tends to restrict air leakage because there is only one moving part. Horizontal sliding windows, though suitable for small, narrow spaces, provide minimal ventilation and are the least airtight.
In buildings with large older windows, there are often weight cavity areas that hide counter balances that make it easy to raise and lower heavy windows. These areas should be insulated to reduce energy loss.
Another way to conserve energy is the installation of tinted windows. Window tinting can be installed that will both conserve energy and also prevent damaging ultraviolet light from entering the room and potentially fading wood surfaces, fabrics, and carpeting. Low-emissivity coatings, called low-e coatings, are also available. These coatings are designed for specific geographic regions.
R- and U-values are based on standards set by the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers .
R- and U-values are calculated for the entire window, which includes the frame.
R- and U-values represent the same style and size of windows.
The R-value of a window in an actual house is affected by the type of glazing material, the number of layers of glass, the amount of space between layers and the nature of the gas filling them, the heat-conducting properties of the frame and spacer materials, and the airtightness associated with manufacturing.
For windows, rating and approval by the National Fenestration Rating Council or equivalent rating and approval is strongly recommended .
Please refer to the window section of Chapter 6, Housing Structure.
Low-emissivity (low-e) glass uses a surface coating to minimize transmission of heat through the window by reflecting 40% to 70% of incident heat while letting full light pass through the pane.
Heat-absorbing glass is specially tinted to absorb approximately 45% of the incoming solar energy; some of this energy passes through the pane.
Reflective glass has a reflective film that reduces heat gain by reflecting most of the incident solar radiation.
Plastic glazing materials such as acrylic, polycarbonate, polyester, polyvinyl fluoride, and polyethylene are stronger, lighter, cheaper, and easier to cut than glass. However, they are less durable and tend to be affected by the weather more than glass is.
Storm windows can improve the energy efficiency of single-pane windows. The simplest example of storm windows would be plastic film, available in prepackaged kits, taped to the inside of the window frame. Because this can affect visibility and be easily damaged, a better choice would be to attach rigid or semirigid plastic sheets such as plexiglass, acrylic, polycarbonate, or fiber-reinforced polyester directly to the window frame or mounting it in channels around the frame on the outside of the building. Care should be taken in installation to avoid ripples or blemishes that will affect visibility.
The insulating capacity of single-pane windows is minimal, around R-1. Multiple layers of glass can be used to increase the energy efficiency of windows. Double- or triple-pane windows have air-filled or gas-filled spaces, coupled with multiple panes that resist heat flow. The space between the panes is critical because the air spaces that are too wide (more than ⅝ inch) or too narrow (less than ½ inch) allow excessive heat transfer. Modern windows use inert gases, such as argon and krypton, to fill the spaces between panes because these gases are much more resistant to heat flow than air is. These gas-filled windows are more expensive than regular double-pane windows.
Frame and spacer materials may be aluminum, wood, vinyl, fiberglass, or a combination of these materials, such as vinyl- or aluminum-clad wood.
Aluminum frames are strong and are ideal for customized window design, but they conduct heat and are prone to condensation. The deterioration of these frames can be avoided by anodizing or coating. Their thermal resistance can be boosted using continuous strips of plastic between the interior and exterior of the frame.
Wood frames are superior to aluminum frames in having higher R-values, tolerance to temperature extremes, and resistance to condensation. On the other hand, wood frames require considerable maintenance in the form of painting or staining. Improper maintenance can lead to rot or warping.
Vinyl window frames made from polyvinyl chloride are available in a wide range of styles and shapes, can be easily customized, have moderate R-values, and can be competitively priced. Large windows made of vinyl frames are reinforced using aluminum or steel bars. Vinyl windows should be selected only after consideration of the concerns surrounding the use of vinyl materials and their off-gassing characteristics.
Fiberglass frames have the highest R-values and are not given to warping, shrinking, swelling, rotting, or corroding. Fiberglass is not weather-resistant, so it should also be painted. Some fiberglass frames are hollow; others are filled with fiberglass insulation.
Spacers separating multiple windowpanes in a window use aluminum to separate glass in multipane windows, but it conducts heat. In addition, in cold weather, the thermal resistance around the edge of such a window is lower than that in the center, allowing heat to escape and condensation to occur along the edges.
Polyvinyl chloride foam separators placed along the edges of the frame reduce heat loss and condensation. Window manufacturers use foam separators, nylon spacers, and insulation materials such as polystyrene and rock wool insulation between the glass panes inside windows.
Shades, shutters, and drapes used on windows inside the house reduce heat loss in the winter and heat gain in the summer. The heat gain during summer can also be minimized by the use of awnings, exterior shutters, or screens. These cost-effective window treatments should be considered before deciding on window replacement. By considering orientation, day lighting, storage of or reflection of energy from sunshine, and materials used within the house and on the building envelope, heat loss and gain can be decreased.
Solar energy is a form of renewable energy available to homeowners for heating, cooling, and lighting. The more energy-efficient new structures are designed to store solar energy. Remodeled structures may be retrofitted to increase energy efficiency by improving insulation characteristics, improving airflow and airtightness of the structure, and enhancing the ability to use solar energy. Solar energy systems are active and passive. Whereas active solar systems use some type of mechanical power to collect, store, and distribute the sun's energy, passive systems use the materials and design elements in the structure itself.
Active solar systems use devices to collect, convert, and deliver solar energy. Solar collectors on roofs or other south-facing surfaces can be used to heat water and air and generate electricity. Active solar systems can be installed in new or existing buildings and periodically need to be inspected and maintained. Active solar energy equipment consists of collectors, a storage tank, piping or ductwork, fans, motors, and other hardware. Flat panel collectors (Figure 13.5) can be placed on the roof or on walls. Typically, the collector will be a sandwich of one or two sheets of glass or plastic and another air space above a metal absorber plate, which is painted black to enhance heat absorption. After collection, when the sun's energy is converted to heat, a transfer is made to a liquid storage tank. The heated liquid travels through coils in the hot water tank, and the heat is transferred to the water and perhaps the heating system. Most hot water systems use a liquid collector system because it is more efficient and less costly than an air-type system.
In the southwest United States, solar roof ponds have become popular for solar cooling. Evaporative cooling systems depend on water vaporization to lower the temperature of the air. These have been shown to be more effective in dry climates than in areas with extremely high relative humidity.
In certain climates, like those in the Hawaiian Islands, using solar energy is cost-effective for providing hot water. Some builders even include it as a standard feature in their homes. The total cost to the homeowner of solar energy systems consists of the capital, operational, and maintenance costs. The real cost of capital may be lowered by the availability of tax credits offered at the federal (to lower federal income taxes) and state levels.
Homeowners and builders can benefit from tax credits because they lower the total upfront investment cost of installing active solar systems. This is the major portion of the total cost of using solar energy, because operation and maintenance costs are small in comparison to initial system costs.
Structural features such as overhangs, baffles, and summer shading to eliminate summer overheating.
Passive design can be a direct-gain system when the sun shines directly into the building, thereby heating it and storing this heat in the building materials (concrete, stone floor slabs, and masonry partitions). Alternatively, it may be an indirect gain system where the thermal mass is located between the sun and the living space. Isolated gain is yet another type of system that is separated from the main living area (such as a sunroom or a solar greenhouse), with convective loops for space conditioning into the living space.
Energy Star is a program supported and promoted by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that helps individuals protect the environment through superior energy efficiency. For the individual in his or her home, energy-efficient choices can save families about one third on their energy bill, with similar savings of greenhouse gas emissions, without sacrificing features, style, or comfort. When replacing household products, look for ones that have earned the Energy Star; these products meet strict energy-efficiency guidelines set by EPA and the U.S. Department of Energy. When looking for a new home, look for one that has earned the Energy Star approval. If you are planning to make larger improvements to your home, EPA offers tools and resources to help you plan and undertake projects to reduce your energy bills and improve home comfort . In 2004 alone, Americans, with the help of Energy Star, saved enough energy to power 24 million homes and avoid greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to those from 20 million cars—all while saving $10 billion.
Energy audits can help identify areas where energy investments can be made, thereby reducing energy used in lighting, heating, cooling, or meeting other demands of housing occupants. An inspection can evaluate the worthiness or compliance with codes of energy-saving measures, including accepted or written standards. For example, if a new addition requires the equivalent of R-19 insulation in the ceilings, this can be validated in the inspection process. Whereas an audit is generally informational, an inspection should validate that materials and workmanship have yielded a structure that protects the occupants from the elements, such as rain, snow, wind, cold, and heat. Potentially hazardous situations within a structure should be evaluated in an inspection. The overall goal of a housing inspection in the case of energy efficiency is to identify potential hazardous conditions and help to create conditions under which the health and welfare of the occupants can be enhanced, rather than put at risk.
The housing inspector should be aware that there is variation (sometimes quite significant differences) in heating degree days or cooling loads and in relative humidity conditions within given regions. Local and regional topography, as well as site conditions, can affect temperatures and moisture.
Numerous Web sites listed in this chapter's Additional Sources of Information section discuss the procedures for conducting energy audits. Local and regional utilities often offer audit services and assist with selecting cost-effective conservation measures for given areas of the United States.
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(a) Adapted from the U.S. Department of Energy 1997 Insulation Fact Sheet available at (800)-DOE-EREC and Modera et al., Impact of Residential Duct Insulation on HVAC Energy Use and Life Cycle Cost to Consumers, ASHRAE Transactions 96-13-4.
(b) Insulation is also effective at reducing cooling bills. These levels assume your house has electric air conditioning.
(c) R-values may be achieved through a combination of cavity insulation and rigid board insulation and are for insulation only (not whole wall).
(d) Do not insulate crawl space walls if crawl space is wet or ventilated with outdoor air.
(e) Use the lower R-value for return ducts and higher R-value for supply ducts.
(f) Florida and Hawaii; coastal California; southeast Texas; southern Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Louisiana, and Mississippi.
(g) Idaho, Kentucky, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Oregon, Virginia, Washington, and West Virginia; southern Indiana, Kansas, New Mexico, and Arizona; northern Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Louisiana, and Mississippi; inland California; and western Nevada.
(h) Great Lakes area, mountainous areas [e.g., Colorado, Wyoming, Utah, etc.]), New England, New York, northern Midwest, and Pennsylvania.


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Musicians and former members of the legendary group The Beatles performed several songs.
In Los Angeles, the ex-members of the cult band The Beatles Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr spoke. The concert was part of a McCartney tour called Freshen Up. This writes CNN.
The performance was the final tour of the British performer and was held at the sports arena Dodger Stadium. On the participation in the concert Starra McCartney said from the scene, announcing the "surprise".
"We have a surprise for ourselves, for you, for everyone. Ladies and gentlemen, the one and only Ringo Starr," he said.
Together the musicians performed the songs Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band and Helter Skelter.
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The Jack Nicklaus-designed Country Club of the Rockies course in Edwards.
Hoping for July Trips to Nebraska
Plenty of past U.S. Senior Open competitors will try to earn return trips at Country Club of the Rockies in Edwards
Three years ago, the U.S. Senior Open was held in Colorado, at The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs. Four years from now, arguably the most prestigious tournament in the world will return to the Centennial State and The Broadmoor.
In the meantime, this year's USSO is set for an adjoining state, with Omaha Country Club hosting the proceedings July 8-11.
And on Tuesday, at the Jack Nicklaus-designed Country Club of the Rockies in Edwards west of Vail, the top two finishers out of an 84-man field in U.S. Senior Open qualifying will earn berths at Omaha CC.
Quite a few players in Tuesday's field have competed in the U.S. Senior Open in the past: Colorado Golf Hall of Famer Ron Vlosich of Lakewood (five times); Doug Rohrbaugh of Carbondale (four times); Steve Schneiter of Sandy, Utah (twice); amateurs Robin Bradbury of Berthoud, Scott Sullivan of Grand Junction and John Hornbeck of Saratoga, Wyo. (once each); and PGA professionals Chris Johnson of Castle Rock and Dale Smigelsky of Fort Collins (once each).
Also scheduled to tee it up in Edwards are Scott Petersen of Parker, past winner of the CoBank Colorado Open and of a Korn Ferry Tour event; Colorado Golf Hall of Famer Kent Moore of Centennial and fellow amateur Robert Polk of Parker; and PGA professional Micah Rudosky of Cortez. Rudosky already has secured a spot in this month's KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship by virtue of his 11th-place finish in October at the Senior PGA Professional Championship.
Overall, the USGA accepted 2,999 entries for the 2021 U.S. Senior Open. Thirty-four qualifying tournaments are planned for this spring.
Among the Coloradans exempt from qualifying for the U.S. Senior Open are Shane Bertsch and Chris DiMarco, along with Colorado Golf Hall of Famer Brandt Jobe.
For tee times for Tuesday at Country Club of the Rockies, CLICK HERE.
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Apparently there are only 5 dugongs on exhibition anywhere in the world, and 2 of them are now at Sydney aquarium. There is a 10 year old male called Pig and a 4 year old female called Wuru, and they are in a 28 metre by 18 metre tank intended to replicate their natural habitat, which is the coastal waters in northern Australia.
You can find out more from this Sydney Morning Herald article.
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Load multiple versions of the same dataset into indexeddb.
Two an threw ways comparisons steeamed into indexeddb.

A dataset is a set of JSON documents indexed by an ID unique per dataset.
The ID of eah document is assumed immutable.

# State

* A single levelup. subsections with sublevel to separate the versions of the dataset
* Loading expects one or more streams of objects.
* Arbitrary diff/compare supported. The stream of objects produced are stored into sublevel
* Document-merger computes additions/removals/edits/conflicts 2-way and 3-way. Produces an index to locate what happened to each record or to iterate records by change types

# TODO:

* Start writing outside examples of usage: elasticsearch indices, xlsx parsing.
* Conflict resolver at the property level: looks at conflict down to the property level. Merge documents by property when appropriate.
* Support for user overlays: when the user documents is an overlay on the top of the base index.
* Document

# Issues and contributions
Most welcome: https://github.com/sutoiku/dataset-differ/issues

# LICENSE
dataset-differ is freely distributable under the terms of the MIT license.

Copyright (c) 2014 Sutoiku, Inc.

Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy of this software and associated
documentation files (the "Software"), to deal in the Software without restriction, including without limitation the
rights to use, copy, modify, merge, publish, distribute, sublicense, and/or sell copies of the Software, and to permit
persons to whom the Software is furnished to do so, subject to the following conditions:

The above copyright notice and this permission notice shall be included in all copies or substantial portions of the
Software.

THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE AUTHORS OR
COPYRIGHT HOLDERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM, DAMAGES OR OTHER LIABILITY, WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF CONTRACT, TORT OR
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After Saturday's also Sunday's (March 20th) standing area tickets for World Cup Ski Jumping Final are sold out. Standing area tickets are still available for Friday's competition (March 18th) and Thurday's qualifications (March 17th), for which you can ensure your ticket from 10€ onwards.
Still, all the tribunes are available – TRIBUNE A, TRIBUNE B and TRIBUNE KAVKA – for all days of the Final, from Thursday to Sunday. Also still available are tickets for CLUB PLANICA, CLUB 239 and VIP tickets. Only TRIBUNE KAVKA for Sunday (March 20th) is sold out.
Due to high demand for tickets in all of the KOMPAS Tourist Agencies' partner sales points, we call upon all the sports enthusiasts to ensure their tickets in pre-sale as soon as possible.


You know how we do. Shawty.
Today's volume workout marks the start of another 4-week cycle on a slightly different set of movements. However, the main principles and movement juxtapositions are the same. VERY IMPORTANT– choose lower, easier weights this week and we'll continue to work up to heavier weights over the next three weeks.
There should be an app that just plays CJ Fletcher quotes on repeat. It could integrate with your bröötal death metal music and would serve to pump you up like nothing else.
Jeremy,If training hard, the IF thing has to be aprpcaohed mush differently. I'm not a huge fan of applying the health benefits IF model to a person who's training. I did IF for 8 months, every day in 2010. But I was doing a more endurance work and I also tailored IF to my training, my training intensity, and my training times. It was very different than what Lean Gains promotes.After 8 months I found no real benefits of IF. I had my lab work done every 6 weeks and while I was lean (I was training twice a day 5 or 6 days a week), I seriously saw no reason to do IF. The added stress was not worth the trouble or the discomfort of eating 200-250 grams of meat protein, 170 grams of fat and 80-100grams of carbs in only 6-8 hours. I still recommend IF to some of my BioSig clients. But only those that needed it for specific reasons.The type of training you do and more, the relative intensity of your training is most definitely a factor. Lean Gains is centered around bodybuilding and weight training. Different training certainly elicits different effects. Know this new baby equals stress (many of them) equals inflammation equals increased cortisol. Alcohol increases inflammation and increases cortisol. An 80% or whatever your diet really is creates inflammation and increases cortisol. Being overweight increases inflammation and cortisol. Exercise increases inflammation and cortisol.IF will not undo any of the above. No joy. It's a package deal. You must address all the above. They are not separate, but synergistic. Also, I don't cringe when I hear anyone say they're whatever % paleo. I'm no judge. You get what you give.


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Q: Receiving data sent from AIR app in node.js server running on Heroku I am trying to receive data sent from my client adobe air application in node.js server running on Heroku, but with no success.
This is how i am sending the data:
    var loader : URLLoader = new URLLoader();
    var request : URLRequest = new URLRequest("http://127.0.0.1:5000");

    request.method = URLRequestMethod.GET;
    loader.dataFormat = URLLoaderDataFormat.TEXT;
    var variables:URLVariables = new URLVariables();

    variables.data = 'this is data';

    request.data = variables;

    loader.addEventListener(Event.COMPLETE, onRestaurantObjectLoadComplete);
    loader.load(request);

And my Node.js code for receiving requests :
app.get('/',function (request, res) {
console.log("received request data" + request.data );
});
app.listen(port, function() {
console.log("Listening on " + port);
});

The requests come to the server, and i am able to send the answer to the client, but data is always undefined.
Also, if i try to send data using POST method i get a Stream error in AIR application.
What would be the correct way of sending data to node.js server from AIR application?
EDIT: I managed to make it work locally, but when i upload it to heroku, it doesnt work.
I am sending the request to http://: (same as i did locally but myHerokuApp.com was localhost) and i keep getting a stream error.
What would have to be the correct URL to send requests to?

A: It seems it only does not work on the Simulator, once on testing on a real device it will work with the URL given by Heroku.
Still don't know how to make it work on the Simulator though.

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An on-call doctor is available to help, caregivers at Elmcroft of Valley Farms are trained to spot potential disorientation presented by residents, caregiver staff can deal with any wandering issues residents may have, transportation is available for additional cost, and wheelchair accessible showers are available at this location.
The minimum allowable age of residents is 65, physical therapy is handled by the physical therapist that makes regular visits to this community, the facility has staff that can help you with your insulin to manage diabetic needs, staff is trained to deal with any wandering behaviors that may need to be dealt with, and the community is licensed for 63 residents.
This community provides complimentary transportation, respite care is offered, the staff speaks Croatian in the community, this community was built in 1963, and this location was renovated in 2015.
A podiatrist visits the community to address any issues related to your feet, a visiting dentist helps residents maintain their dental health, the community is secured for the safety of patients that might be prone to wander, residents who need help with medication management can be given reminders and be monitored to make sure they are taking their medications, and this community provides complimentary transportation.
An on-call doctor is available to help, an occupational therapist visits and helps residents, the community is secured for the safety of memory care residents that might be prone to wander, this community provides complimentary transportation, and the community is licensed for 120 residents.
Expertly prepared meals are provided to residents, staff is trained to deal with any wandering behaviors that may need to be handled, staff monitors medication and reminds residents when it's time to take them, residents who drive will find parking available to them, and respite care is offered.
Nurses are on staff, the community is secured for the safety of memory care patients that might be prone to wander, complimentary transportation is available to residents, wheelchair accessible showers are available at this location, and residents can arrange for a room at this community that will allow them to live in this location whatever their healthcare needs are and become.
Vegetarian food is provided, there is a doctor on call, a podiatrist visits the community to address any issues related to your feet, speech therapy is offered via a speech therapist who comes to the community regularly, and respite care is offered.
a visiting podiatrist helps keep your feet healthy, physical therapy is handled by the physical therapist that makes regular visits to this property, high tech wander guards can prevent residents from leaving the property, this community has been built specifically to support memory and dementia care, and this property is its own free standing building.
Professional nurses are on staff to help you, a visiting dentist helps residents maintain their dental health, regular occupational therapy by a visiting therapist helps you stay active and engaged, resident parking is available to residents who drive, and wheelchair accessible showers are available at this location.
The community is secured for the safety of patients that might be exit seeking, staff is trained to deal with any wandering behaviors that may need to be handled, trained staff can assist with injectable medication, the property has a nurse that is able to administer injectable medicine, and resident parking is available to residents who drive.
The minimum allowable age of residents is 55, a podiatrist visits the community to address any issues related to your feet, physical therapy is handled by the physical therapist that makes regular visits to this property, residents who need help with medication management can be given reminders and be monitored to make sure they are taking their medications, and wheelchair accessible showers are available at this location.
Vegetarian food options are available for all meals, nurses are on staff, there is a doctor on call, physical therapy can be done without leaving the community by a visiting physical therapist, and this community was built in 1990.
Appetizing and expertly prepared meals are provided to all residents even those with dietary restrictions, resident parking is available to residents who drive, this community provides complimentary transportation, hospice is an option available at this location, and respite care is offered.
The minimum allowable age of residents is 55, nurses are on staff, physical therapy can be done without leaving the community by a visiting physical therapist, staff is trained to deal with any wandering behaviors that might present themselves dealt with, and Elmcroft at Oaklawn is close to major busses.
They serve vegetarian food at Magnolia Springs East, the Magnolia Springs East is especially designed to handle memory care and behavioral issues, caregiver staff can deal with any wandering issues residents may have, wheelchair accessible showers are available at this location, and hospice is an option available at this location.
Physical therapy can be done without leaving the community by a visiting physical therapist, speech therapy is available on-site by a visiting speech therapist, this community has been built specifically to support memory and dementia care, caregiver employees can deal with any wandering issues residents may have, and full tubs are available.


1. To assist at Mass on all Sundays & Holy Days of obligation – The solemnity of Mary on New Year's Day (January 1), Assumption (August 15), All Saints' Day (November 1), Immaculate Conception (December 8) and Christmas (December 25).
2. To fast & to abstain on the days appointed.
What makes the "Four Spiritual Laws" "Protestant" is not so much their content, but their context. For the "evangelizer" the goal is the praying of the 'Jesus Prayer.' The belief is that once a person sincerely prays to bring Christ into his heart, he is saved, for always.
1) Belief in an existing transcendent God who is Creator of the Universe and holds all persons and things in being.
2) Man in the person of our first parents fell from grace to become spiritually dead, and needed Redemption to reach heaven.
3) The Only-begotten Son of God, the 2nd Person of the Blessed Trinity, had mercy upon His sinful creatures and became man in the womb of the Virgin Mary. This was the fulfillment of God's Plan of salvation as revealed in the Old and New Testaments and culminating in the Divine Person of Our Savior dying on the Cross in expiation of the sins of mankind. By His death, heaven was again opened to mankind.
4) We are saved by faith in Christ Our Savior and His doctrines (basically outlined in the ancient Apostles' Creed) and by the good works performed with the help of Christ's grace flowing from devout prayer and the sacraments He instituted in His Catholic Church. One becomes a Christian by being incorporated into the Church by the sacrament of Baptism and will be saved by continuing to live with His divine life.
5) The whole Christian life is summarized by the goal of becoming a saint, to reach Christian perfection and to give God glory by becoming holy. The chief occupation of the Christian now and in eternity is to give glory to the Father through the Son in the Holy Spirit. He does this by observing God's Ten Commandments, the precepts of the Church, participation in the sacraments and worship of the Church, which are all grounded in the love of Christ who sacrificed Himself for our salvation. Those who love Christ to the end, dying in the state of grace, will be saved and resurrected to forever join the angels and Saints in heaven. Those who do not die in the state of grace and the love of Christ will be damned body and soul in hell forever.
This is simply an outline of what a Catholic model of the "Four Spiritual Laws" might look like, but it provides many essentials of our Faith within it. Thanks for contacting Catholic Exchange and Catholics United for the Faith with your question.


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University says no due process owed to professor who sang 'sexual' Beach Boys song
Jorin Burkhart - DePaul University •December 20, 2016
Faculty hold a special meeting to discuss concerns with process
The University of Kentucky is warning faculty that it can take action against them for alleged wrongdoing without a formal hearing – as long as their tenure isn't involved.
A spokesperson for the administration told The College Fix that its punishment of Prof. Buck Ryan – for a murky but nonsexual incident with a student – is permissible under a recent federal court ruling.
Ryan claimed in a Lexington Herald-Leader op-ed this weekend that he was punished for singing a Beach Boys song to a group of Chinese students because its lyrics were judged "sexual in nature" by the administration.
Although the China trip during which the incident took place was more than a year ago, the case only surfaced Friday.
The Herald-Leader published details about the resolution of sexual misconduct investigations into about 50 current and former employees, including Ryan, obtained under a public records request to UK.
The punishment of Ryan, who directs the Citizen Kentucky Project at UK's Scripps Howard First Amendment Center, has already spooked other professors.
The Senate Council, an arm of the University Senate, held a "specially called meeting" Monday to discuss whether "the University's procedures [are] fair to everyone," Prof. Bob Grossman, who went on the China trip with Ryan, told the Herald-Leader.
It wasn't just the song
UK responded to a Monday morning Fix post about Ryan's allegations by tweeting a redacted letter on its investigation into Ryan's behavior in summer 2015.
Patty Bender, assistant vice president for equal opportunity, found that Ryan had taken part in nonsexual but "inappropriate" conduct with a student at China's Jilin University, according to the October 2015 letter to his dean.
No student reported his behavior; Ryan's fellow faculty on the trip reported him to the administration. One of the unredacted parts of the letter said they saw him "walking early one morning" with the unidentified student, who was "wearing one of his UK shirts."
University of Kentucky letter recommending sanctions against Prof. Buck Ryan by The College Fix on Scribd
"Also of major concern and embarrassment to all those I talked to," wrote Bender, "was the song [also redacted] that Mr. Ryan sang at the closing ceremony." Ryan said it was a China-specific version of "California Girls" that he sang for the close of the university's Education Week.
Under the preponderance-of-evidence standard, Bender found that Ryan had practiced "inappropriate touching" and used "language of a sexual nature" in violation of university harassment policy, made worse by his refusal to "acknowledge any responsibility."
She recommended he be required to forfeit a recent award that funded his travel abroad, and warned he could be fired if he committed any other harassment.
University spokesperson Jay Blanton told The Fix that Ryan was "distorting the facts" by singling out the Beach Boys song alluded to in Bender's letter.
"He was sanctioned over serious misconduct," including "sexually suggestive language," that was "reported by his colleagues on a trip where he was supposed to be representing the university and educating students," Blanton wrote in an email.
@CollegeFix Serious charges and concerns about Prof. Ryan were brought by faculty, his colleagues. Details are at https://t.co/CB4q3rl0dr.
— UniversityofKentucky (@universityofky) December 19, 2016
Blanton denied that a professor who sang a crude hip-hop song to students as part of the curriculum would face similar punishment. "The song … was a secondary issue," part of a "pattern of other misconduct," Blanton said.
He declined to identify the faculty that reported Ryan, only saying "they were unanimous in their concerns." In a followup email Tuesday, Blanton said that five faculty in total "complained about [Ryan's] conduct," in addition to complaints from both Jilin and Shanghai University.
As for Ryan's claim that he was denied due process, Blanton said the university must only provide a hearing "when it revokes tenure."
He said a federal court recently upheld a university's right to not provide a hearing when it removes a department chair, so "surely a Dean can decide that a professor will no longer teach a class," as was the case with Ryan.
"Simply deciding that the university will not sponsor his travel, or that he can't teach a particular class, is not a violation of due process," Blanton said.
In his Tuesday email, Blanton specified he was referring to the Sept. 30 ruling by the U.S. District Court in Lexington, Ky., in Crosby v. University of Kentucky.
U.S. District Court ruling in Crosby v. University of Kentucky, Sept. 30, 2016 by The College Fix on Scribd
Prof. Richard Crosby had claimed he was denied due process when he was removed as chair of the Department of Health Behavior following an investigation into allegations of his sexist and "volatile" behavior.
Judge Joseph Hood minced no words in his finding that Crosby had no "property interest" in his "administrative" position, as opposed to his tenure:
This point is so obvious it seems a waste of paper to elaborate further, yet it is clear the Court must provide this analysis for Plaintiff's understanding. …
The Court was unable to find any Kentucky case law remotely suggesting that a state university's Board of Trustees is solely charged with appointing or removing a department chair, and Plaintiff has not cited to any such authority.
The Sixth Circuit has held "that tenured university professors [do] not have a constitutionally protected property interest in administrative posts."
Crosby nonetheless appealed the ruling to the 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals a month later.
Ryan's superiors in the School of Journalism and Media, Lars Willnat, and First Amendment Center, Mike Farrell, referred Fix questions to Blanton. Ryan has also been retweeting coverage of his claims.
Signing away his right to sue?
Ryan and the university are also squabbling over who is preventing the public from learning the full details of the investigation.
More than a year ago, Ryan told The Fix in an email, he asked the administration for information on the complaints against him. That was turned in an open-records request and denied.
The university told him Monday that it will give him the same information he requested if he signs a waiver, Ryan said: That would mean signing away his right to bring "any [legal] claims against the University."
He refused. "The university has already violated my constitutional right to due process, which would have afforded me all the information you so generously offer to give others now," Ryan said he told the university in response Monday.
"If he is so confident he is innocent why wouldn't he want all [t]he records out there," Blanton said in a separate email. "He has made a number of claims. … But he apparently doesn't want them out there."
Asked whether Ryan would indeed be signing away his right to take legal action against the university, Blanton said:
The fact of the matter is individuals can sue the University when the university discloses personal details that would be protected by the personal privacy exemption. If the university is going to disclose all the details of Professor Ryan's case, then we need a waiver of claims so that he cannot later sue was for violating his personal privacy rights. It is, by no means, an unusual request and certainly warranted given the nature of this case.
On Tuesday, Blanton said the university was "not requiring [Ryan] to sign away his right to sue for other issues," only to "waive his right to sue us for releasing the information" in his case.
The spokesman wrote an op-ed Tuesday in the Louisville Courier-Journal giving the university's side, saying Ryan's case file would "reveal compelling evidence of misconduct" brought to light by "his own colleagues."
Ryan insists that he is owed due process to respond to his accusers and to "provide witnesses who could have exonerated me."
He told the The Fix that the students he allegedly harmed "were dragged into this case" and would have defended him if interviewed.
"[T]he only victim in this case is me," he said.
UPDATE: UK spokesman Jay Blanton responded to other Fix queries in a Tuesday email, portions of which have been added to the story.
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The head coach of the Moscow Lokomotiv, under whose leadership the railwaymen won the Russian Football Championship this season, will take part in the Gala match of the football and music festival "Art-Football" as part of the Rosich-Starko team.
Together with Semin for the national team of Russian stars will also play another star of the Moscow Lokomotiv — the legendary captain of the club Dmitry Loskov. At the current World Cup among artists, Loskov has already played 3 games for the Russian national team and scored 2 goals.


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Exciting Plans To Resurrect 2 Time Scottish Cup Winning Football Club
It's commonly known that Glasgow is dominated by two large teams, Celtic and Rangers. But what if I said that up until the 60s there was a club fighting with the big boys of Scottish Football and competing for the most prestigious trophies in the land. This is Third Lanark Football Club.
'The Thirds' or Third Lanark were founded in 1872 and were an original member of the Scottish Football League. They played in the top division of the SFL for the majority of their existence, and were league champions in 1903-04. They also won the Scottish Cup twice, in 1889 and 1905.
Third Lanark were even as successful as to go on a tour of Argentina & Uruguay, facing off against the Argentina National Team. They even made it far enough to compete in European competition as they faced Rouen of France. Whilst losing both games, it signified a landmark in the clubs history.
Third Lanark were a powerhouse in Scottish Football through the duration of their existence from the 1800s to mid 1900s. Third Lanark went out of business in 1967 as a result of mismanagement, six years after having finished in third place in the SFL. The mark they left on Scottish Football history however has not been scratched, ambitious plans are underway to rekindle the spark and take Third Lanark back to where they belong.
£5,000,000 plans were revealed by a group of fans of the club to renovate the forgotten old stadium and turn it into a new home of Third Lanark FC. Director Pat McGeady – an uncle of former Celtic star Aiden – said: "We've got a supporters' club, have launched a football academy and have big plans."
"It's a five-year, £5million plan which would see a 2000-seater stand, smaller pitches and car parking built.".
Third Lanark has also established itself in Amateur football as they play in the Glasgow regional leagues. Many fans and people involved wish to take the club as high as the Scottish League One within 10 years. However the journey is a long one and will involve at least 4 promotions.
With ambition high and exciting plans to revolutionize the club, we may just see another team to be facing the likes of Celtic and Rangers in the future.
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We're getting close to the finish line on this bathroom renovation, and today I'm sharing the details on the shower fixtures we chose, how the walls are coming along, and a quick list of what's left!
It feels really exciting to say that I'm officially done tiling in the bathroom, which means that we're probably about 75% of the way finished with this renovation.
This week was a big one – you saw last week that we had finished laying tile, but things were still looking unfinished since it wasn't grouted and the walls were still a mess. Well, things have come a long, long way since you saw it last and I'm excited to show you what we worked on this week!
But first, let's do a quick review of what has happened so far.
We're currently participating in the Jeffrey Court Renovation Challenge. You can vote for us to win the $5,000 grand prize by clicking here (you'll be my favorite forever!). We're renovating our kids' bathroom, and the goal is to knock it all out in just six weeks – we're on week four right now.
In WEEK ONE, we revealed the plans and all of the (nasty) before photos.
In WEEK TWO, we completed the demo and started to worry we were in over our heads.
In WEEK THREE, things were back on track because we finally finished tiling and the bathroom was looking much better.
And that brings us to this week. You can watch this week's Renovation Log below (it's a fun way to get a live-action look at what happened this week), and then you can catch more details in the post after that!
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The first thing I wan to talk about is the bathtub area. Every time I walk by this bathroom I stop for a moment and gaze lovingly at it – I cannot even begin to tell you how much I love the gorgeous tile that we chose for this space. (As a reminder, this is the shower tile and this is the floor tile we're using). I was worried the large scale would overwhelm the space but I honestly think it was the perfect decision.
We still need to finish the trim pieces along the edges of the shower (long story, but we didn't order enough so we're waiting on a couple more pieces to arrive at our store, then we'll get them installed this week), but other than that this part of the room is done. Once I finished adding the grout (which really made things look more polished!) and caulking the corners and edges of the tile, it was finally time to install the new shower and tub fixtures.
The first thing I'll note is that we had a plumber come out and raise the shower head piping so that it was probably about 18 inches higher than where it started. Most builder-grade homes have the shower valves installed way too low, and it's awkward for taller people to shower in! Since the walls were all opened anyways, we figured it was the perfect time to raise it up and make it a little more functional for everyone. A bonus is that it looks way nicer when it's up a little higher!
For the bath and shower fixtures, we chose to use Pfister's Jaida collection. I love the curved, elegant lines and how sleek the pieces look in the bathroom. It kind of looks they they were made exactly to fit in this space and I cannot stop being all heart-eyed over them! We have matching fixtures for the vanity, which I'll share more about later, and I just can't get over how fancy this bathroom feels now!
My favorite little detail is the diverter (the switch to divert the water flow from the tub to the shower). It's integrated into the spout so it's hidden when it's not in use and is such a small thing but it really affects how the finished product looks. I just love a company that pays attention to those tiny details!
Another favorite detail? It's a spot-defense finish, which means I won't have to spend forever scrubbing it down constantly (just me, or is a fingerprint-y faucet the worst?!). The shower head has adjustable pressure options, and I cannot wait to take my first shower in here. I already warned Jackson I may use this bathroom more than my own.
I can't emphasize enough how much of an upgrade it is to swap out the tub and shower faucets in a bathroom – even if you can't replace the entire thing, just that little upgrade can make a huge difference. No one should ever live with a crappy shower spout. It's such a simple fix that will revolutionize your daily showers! You can find the Jaida collection right here for the tub and shower – and just wait until you see the faucet on our vanity in a couple of weeks…it's gonna be so dreamy.
The other big thing we accomplished this week was getting the walls fully textured and painted…oh, and making a total pivot in our plans that adds a lot more work for me and kind of changes the entire design of the room.
You see, we had a lot of drywall to repair and patch and, while we didn't realize it until after we had started re-texturing the new drywall, the old walls had a lot of problems. From flaking paint to holes to areas that needed new texture, they were kind of a hot mess.
The issues were still pretty evident in some places once I finished the texture and added a coat of paint, so I decided to switch things up a bit. I was already feeling like the room was a little too white and that it needed something to ground it, so on Monday evening we decided to add some beadboard to the bottom half of the walls.
Oh, and we'll be painting it black.
It's a risk. It's a bold move. I think it's absolutely what we should be doing and I can't wait to see how it turns out. So, you'll have to wait until next week for the actual finished walls. Sorry!
Back to the texturing, though – because I did still have to retexture the top part of the walls. This was the part of the project that intimidated me the most (yes, even more so than tiling!), because it was totally uncharted territory for me. But, in the end, it was really simple and I'm pleased with how it turned out! If you remember, we started off the week with drywall that had been installed but it wasn't taped or mudded, not to mention textured to match the orange peel in the rest of the bathroom.
First up, you need to seal the seams of the walls. Use drywall tape and joint compound to do this – just apply the tape to the seams, then add a layer of joint compound on top. Let it dry for 24 hours, then sand it down and add another layer. Let it dry for 24 hours then do it AGAIN (yes, there's a lot of waiting), and then you're done!
Once your seams are finished, you can texture. I used this orange peel texture spray can to apply it and was shocked at how simple it was. I covered the tile around the area to be textured with this painter's tape + plastic dropcloth combo, then I just sprayed it on the non-textured parts of the wall. Be sure to feather the texture out a bit so it blends with the existing texture!
Once the drywall texture has time to dry (the can says 30 minutes, but I found that it needed a few hours before I could sand it), sand down any of the sharp points so that it matches the existing texture, then it's ready to paint!
I think the top half of the walls looks pretty great – it's the bottom part that still needs work. So, once we add the beadboard in this week we should be good to go!
We're getting really close to the finish line, and most of the rest of the stuff on our to-do list at this point is just installing things! Oh, and completely re-doing in the walls. No big deal. I'm not worried, you shouldn't be either.
Install towel hooks, toilet paper holder, etc.
Don't forget that you can vote for us as your favorite renovation at this link right here! You can also check out all of the other incredible renovation while you're at it – it's been so fun to see how everyone's spaces are coming together!


Gift baskets make awesome gifts for teens for any occasion. While you can buy gift baskets that are already packed and ready to go, your best bet is to make one yourself. Then, you can customize the contents to your teen's personality and interests.
Bath and Shower Gift Basket—Fill it with scented soaps, face masks, calming lotions, shampoos, or a candle.
Retro Candy Gift Basket—Buy fun candies that will remind your teen of his childhood. Or, look for candy from your childhood and talk to your teen about Pop Rocks and Nerds.
Junk Food Gift Basket—While it's important to teach your teen to eat junk food in moderation, some sweet treats on a special occasion are just fine. Create a chocolate gift basket filled with different types of chocolates. Or make it a candy bar themed basket complete with one of every kind of candy bar you can find.
Movie Night Gift Basket—If you still have a DVD player, give your teen a movie or two and fill the basket with the perfect food to eat during the show, like popcorn and candy.
Nail Polish Gift Basket—Nail polish and grooming tools make a great little gift basket. Add a nail file, nail polish remover, and a pumice stone.
Sports Gift Basket—Create a basket filled with items from your teen's favorite sport. A baseball, athletic socks, or gifts that will remind him of his favorite pro sports team make a fun gift basket for the sports enthusiast. You might also include a sports magazine or some sports cards.
Gift Card Gift Basket—If you're not sure what to get a teen, a few gift cards in a basket are sure to be a hit. Gift cards to restaurants, gas cards, or a teen's favorite stores could be good options. Place the gift cards in mason jars tied with a ribbon and then put all the jars in a box or basket.
Book Lovers Gift Basket—Whether you decide to get motivational books, magic books, or fictional books, a gift basket with books is a good way to encourage a teen to read. It can also be a good option for teen's who aren't feeling well or a teen who is about to undergo a major transition, like moving away to college.
Car Gift Basket—If your teen has recently become a car owner, give him items that will help him care for his car. Provide items that will help him wash and wax his care or include safety items such as a can of Fix a Flat or a membership to Triple A. You might also include a gas card.
Kitchen Gift Basket—This is a perfect gift for a teen who will be moving out soon. Use a mixing bowl for the basket and fill with kitchen utensils, like a spatula, large spoon, dish towels, and oven mitts.
Art Supply Gift Basket—If your teen enjoys drawing, colored pencils, paper, or paints might be welcomed. If your teen enjoys other crafts, include craft kits or add a bunch of items like glitter glue and craft sticks and let your teen get creative.
Baking Gift Basket—A teen who loves to bake might enjoy a cookbook, cookie sheet, glass dish, cake pan or other items for the kitchen. For a cookie lover, include the dry ingredients needed to bake homemade cookies with a favorite recipe card or two.
Beach Lovers Gift Basket—Fill a beach bag with items that your teen can bring to the beach this summer. Flip flops, a beach towel, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat are just a few items that might be a good fit. Throw in a book or magazine too if your teen likes to read while relaxing near the water.
There are many ways to create a personalized gift basket. And it doesn't always have to be a 'basket.' Use a decorative box, shower caddy, or bucket.
Get creative with your presentation and your teen will know that you put a lot of thought into a personalized gift basket.


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Check out these mythical creatures that actually existed! Who knew that animals like griffins, cyclopes, unicorns, dragons, rocs and big foot could actually be real!
Scythians were nomads and warriors, and some of The first people to master war on horseback. Over 1,000 years ago they were searching for gold in the vast Gobi Desert of central Asia. In the heat of the desert while mining for gold, the miners not only battled the blazing sun but also the mighty griffin: A fierce mythical creature that was half-eagle, half lion that guarded fantastic treasures of gold. Greeks wrote down the stories of travelers who reported having heard of these great battles between the Scythians and Griffins and Brought back evidence of these large beaks and bones that proved that this had to be true.
Millions of years before humans arrived in the Gobi, some parts of the desert were home to strange animals that Seemed to combine body parts of eagles and lions. But these animals weren't griffins--they were dinosaurs. Certain areas in the Gobi are littered with dinosaur bones, including those of The four-legged, beaked Protoceratops. For thousands of years, Protoceratops fossils, like the one pictured here, could regularly be seen eroding out of hillsides. Ancient gold miners working in the desert may have seen these fossils--and Tried to come up with a rational explanation of what that animal must have looked like. Probably pretty terrifying!!
There's An enormous amount of stories with cyclopes littered throughout mythology. I also just learned the plural form of cyclops was cyclopes. From getting their eyes jabbed by Odysseus to Hercules uppercutting them to the moon, to the new God of War games, where Kratos tears out their eyes by the dozen. The point is, cyclopes are everywhere, and the ancient Greeks are to blame. But ancient Greeks were Unfamiliar with the idea of massive animals that no longer existed, and many believed that the enormous bones they found were the remains of human-like giants. Any nonhuman traits in the bones were Thought to be due to the grotesque anatomical features of giants.
Those skulls that spawned the very myth of the one-eyed giants weren't cyclopes skulls at all. They belonged to an Ancient elephant-like species known as Deinotherium giganteum, and it looked like this.
If you see this skull, what are you supposed to think? If that's what the skull looks like, what if you come across a live one??
The "eye socket" in its skull is really where it's trunk was, and it's hard to imagine something so simple being the reason that myths about the cyclopes first started.
The ancient Greeks took the idea of these skulls and ran with it, Telling stories of giants, describing them as flesh-and-blood creatures who lived and passed, and whose bones could be found coming out of the ground where they were buried long ago. Even today Large and surprisingly human-like bones can be found in Greece. Modern scientists understand these bones to be the remains of mammoths, mastodons, and woolly rhinoceros that once lived in the region. The long bones of elephant relatives and humans are Similar enough to be confused. Geological events tend to destroy the skulls of prehistoric elephants, leaving only enormous, human-like long bones, ribs, and vertebrae. Ancient stories often Reported finding the remains of giants hundreds of feet tall--much bigger than an elephant or any other animal. These reports may represent attempts to reconstruct the bones of several animals found jumbled together as a single giant.
The people of Tingis (modern-day Tangier, Morocco) once Boasted that their city's founder was a giant named Antaeus who was buried in a mound south of town. To test the claim, Roman soldiers dug into the mound in 81 BC. Much to their surprise, an enormous skeleton surfaced-- which they then reburied with great honors. Modern scientists confirmed that it was an ancient elephant fossil.
These majestic creatures Symbolize all that is pure and good in the world and possess magical power. While no unicorn remains have been found, in 1663 a German archaeologist decided to Create a unicorn skeleton using mammoth and rhinoceros bones. His work, which he claimed was a true unicorn skeleton, was eventually discovered to be false but stories of unicorn sightings persist to this day. Unicorns have been seen in Scotland, and A unicorn lair has been reportedly found in North Korea. While most admit unicorns to be a creature of pure fiction, some continue to insist that they do or did exist.