Betsy Singleton Snyder continues her column series, this month writing about how adopting pets has impacted her own family.
I'd wanted a dog. My mom had been through a hard divorce, and she was in no need of extras, not at first. Eventually, that changed. One day she opened the classifieds, and began to search for free puppies.
Frisky looked like she might have been half German Shepherd, half Terrier. It was an odd combination, but I didn't care. It was my first experience to take care of a dog, to sit outside, and talk to her because, in those days, dogs were out more than in. It was also my first time to have a dog who was my friend. This inaugural experience taught me that dogs can become family.
Riley was a "used" black and white English Cocker. He came from a breeder in Corpus Christi, Texas. First, he'd been rejected by a family that was too busy for him. Instead of playing soccer, he sat in the backyard. His next home was with a man whose wife had cancer. Riley hadn't been the man's idea, so while caring for his wife, the man put out food, a lot of food, and that's about all he seemed to have the ability, understandably, to do. Riley became a balloon.
When I found this troubled dog online, the breeder, by then, had recovered him. She'd gotten his weight down, and he was ready for a new home. At 4 years old, along with my other dog, he grew happy. The only time he ever growled is when you rubbed his chest, and then he never snapped. Maybe he was proud of his hairy chest? When we married, Victor embraced the quirk, even when I told him that Riley slept on bed pillows because he was "made for them." Apparently, hounds on farms are not. We survived his pancreatitis, and the diabetes he finally developed until he was worn out.
Over the last few years, our family of four boys has developed their own ideas about canine companionship. One, the oldest, turned out to be a cat person. We now have two cats, and one is both a solemn and talkative tabby.
My son originally laid eyes on him at the Little Rock Animal Village. He'd already lost a kitten that had failed to thrive after a few months of adoption at our vet. I tried to encourage my child to consider an older cat, but he wanted the one kitten in the entire shelter.
On the way home, my boy named him "Cougar." That, of course, is what he is. Shall I mention the arms of my beautiful cream sofa, which he interpreted to be his own scratching post? Not only that, I had to restart allergy shots again. Yet here he is, beloved, sunning himself across our other furniture.
Not to be outdone, I spotted a bird dog online who had a history of running, we suppose. "Nori" was finally lured to food near a lake, skin-and-bones, and bug-gnawed. Out-of-the-Woods Animal Rescue got her ready for us. At first, she was timid, but now she points her nose at you until you feed her, or let her out to romp the back forty like a gazelle. Otherwise, she will curl-up donut-shape in your lap, somehow folding those spindly legs neatly underneath her. She is the best pointer I've ever had, which is to say, she is my first.
Our family, is thankful to live in a community where the unredeemed and discarded domestic animals can be claimed, but more than claimed, loved. When we buy a page in the "Humane Society Day Planner," or take fresh bedding to The Village, we are teaching our kids to care. That care is not a small thing for humans to better practice, which raises the question: who is rescuing whom?


If you're a Cape Town foodie, chances are that over the last few years you would have seen many posts of delicious-looking bites on your social media feeds courtesy of Chef Matt Manning's One Ingredient dinners and Brunch and Lunch Clubs. Good news is that now that food is accessible everyday, as Manning recently opened up his first official restaurant, Grub & Vine, a bistro-style eatery in the foodie mecca of the Mother City, aka Bree Street.
And even better news, his clubs and cooking demos will continue as the space above Grub & Vine; The Chef's Studio now acts as the official base for upcoming events.
Grub and Vine, on the first floor of 103 Bree Street is a small but vibrant space with open plan kitchen and a contemporary yet homey feel.
Adjacent to it is Frogitt and Vonkel Wine Bar, a new wine bar from online wine merchant Frogitt and Vonkel. Here you can sample wine from some truly unique, local and international boutique wines that were till now predominantly only available in this country via the online shop. As all the wines have the option of being served by the glass, it's the perfect space to do an urban inner-city tasting and sample a variety of wines you wouldn't usually find elsewhere.
We joined owner John Woodward for a private wine tasting. Knowledgeable, passionate, and a great laugh John shared some exciting wines with us. From a delicious Chardonnay Pinot Noir MCC to a boutique Rioja from Spain we were taken on quite the wine voyage with an interesting tale to accompany each bottle.
Once suitably liquored up we eagerly stepped next door for dinner. The menu is small but diverse and offers vegetarian, meat, and seafood dishes for lunch and dinner. Happy to be in the capable hands of Chef Manning we left our dinner choices up to him and were served a varied four-course taster dinner.
But first we were presented with a delicious snack of cauliflower Arancini balls generously dusted in pecorino shavings – ridiculously moreish.
This was followed by the warm Burrata with tomato, fig and Salsa Verde and the char-grilled broccoli with fresh pear, forest phantom cheese, Pommery mustard and sunflower seeds. Both outstanding vegetarian dishes, interesting and layered yet not overly fussy. In fact, both the vegetarian dishes were my favourites.
The West Coast hake that followed was accompanied by black lentils, steamed mussels and mussel sauce; it was well cooked and comforting yet I craved a touch of acidity.
While the Karoo Lamb with smoked aubergine, Pommes Anna and turnip, though well prepared and depthy in flavour was just a tad too salty for my palate.
Dessert was unique and not overly sweet – just the way I like it. A moist blackberry almond cake with silky honey custard, fresh figs and crunchy honeycomb was a perfect ending to a great night out.
With uncomplicated yet delicious food, unique wines, and a perfect backdrop for a vibey night out Grub & Vine is yet another worthy addition to the Cape Town foodie scene.
For more info or to make a booking go to www.grubandvine.co.za.


This contemporary urban house design often found in the urban area as New York City. Slade Architecture has finished remodel this house, combined two existing one bedroom duplex units into one two bedroom duplex â' Gramercy Duplex. The client is a single mother with a young child. She was very interested in having a healthy and environmentally friendly renovation. Many storage spaces across the duplex allow the inhabitants to hide any clutter, while high tech systems like the remotely activated drop down LCD TV in the living room are prepared to offer quality entertainment with soft rugs and modern sofa. The kitchen features a movable island that allows the owner to reconfigure the space while the â'walnut base cabinetry, Richlite countertops (recycled paper) and satin etched glass upper cabinetsâ? adorn the white space. A staircase extending from the kitchen cabinets connects the two levels. On the same floor as the living room, the master bedroom contains the sleeping functions and some cleverly designed additions: â'The vanity floats in the middle of the space and doubles as the headboard and side tables for the bed. The toilet and bath/shower are built into the back wall of the space.â? The upstairs is occupied by the daughterâ's bedroom and a guest room, making this residence perfect for the inhabitantâ's modern lifestyle. Very beautiful and modern hosue design in the big city New York City, follow this picture for more clearly.


Interim President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Prime Minister Shavkat Mirziyoyev visited Surkhandarya region on October 11 in order to review the pace of socio-economic reforms, wide-scale works in the industry, agriculture and social sphere.
The reforms on the effective use of a huge economic potential, initiated under the leadership of the First President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Islam Karimov, have been consistently continuing in the southern region of the country. As a result of a great creative work, towns and villages have been beautified, the well-being of the population has been improving.
Interim President started his trip to Surkhandarya region with a visit to the memorial complex of Hakim at-Termezi. The First President of Uzbekistan used to begin his trip to this region with a worship to this sacred place. On the initiative of Islam Karimov, a large-scale landscaping work had been carried out at the final resting place of our great ancestor. Today this place has all necessary conditions for visitors.
Later, Shavkat Mirziyoyev called on "Termez Cargo Centre" international logistics center with a customs terminal and an adjacent camping site.
The enterprise, capable to process and load large volumes of cargo, also includes a building of the customs terminal, railway lines, a parking lot with a capacity for 300 heavy-duty vehicles, a petrol station, warehouses for keeping containers and other goods. All conditions are created for visitors. There is a modern hotel, a restaurant, a fitness center, a swimming pool and a mini-market within the complex.
It was stressed that the activity of such complexes will allow to improve the conditions for entrepreneurs, increase the volume of trade with foreign countries and transit potential of our country.
Mirziyoyev visited one of the border checkpoints on the southern borders of our country, where he stressed the need to further strengthen the state border, improve the conditions for service personnel.
At one of the residential quarters of the city of Termez, a presentation of the projects of modern apartment houses for young and low-income families, the construction of which is scheduled in the coming years, has been held.
Along with that, model projects of affordable individual housing for low-income families in rural areas with the construction of all necessary social infrastructure have been discussed.
It was stressed that all facilities must be constructed in due time and quality.
Mirziyoyev also visited the facilities under construction at the "Amudaryo Sohili" sports complex. The complex will occupy an area of 21 hectares, where over 50 buildings and facilities will be located. Besides, a year-round children's health camp, with a capacity of 200 seats, will also be built. The complex will also include indoor and outdoor pools, sports facilities, rooms for various clubs, lots of attractions, walking trails and other.
Interim President visited the new "Gold dried fruits export" LLC enterprise, specialized in the processing of agricultural products. Around $25 million dollars has been invested in this project.
The enterprise is equipped with the most advanced equipment from China, Belgium, Turkey and Italy. Altogether 350 people are employed in the enterprise. The processed products are delivered to the domestic market, as well as exported to Russia, South Korea and other countries.
In the course of exploring the activities of these companies, Interim President pointed to the need to improve land use, increase the volume of export of processed fruits and vegetables. The measures on increasing the volumes of vegetables and fruits in farming units in Surkhandarya, providing necessary financing facilities and seeds have been discussed on the site.
On the same day, Mirziyoyev inspected the construction work at the Iso at-Termezi complex, whose heritage is a priceless treasure and is carefully studied in the Muslim world.
Mirziyoyev reviewed measures to accelerate the construction of a large cement plant in Sherabad district.
The plant, with a project cost of 212.8 million US dollars, will produce 1.5 million tons of cement per year. It is noteworthy that the production is located close to the main raw material base. The new plant, whose products will be supplied to both domestic and foreign markets, will create over a thousand of new jobs.
The Prime Minister also held a meeting with representatives of the Surkhandarya region, where they discussed the issues of socio-economic development of the region, increasing its export potential, organization of new industrial enterprises, further improvement of social infrastructure.
During the meeting, Mirziyoyev recited samples of requests and applications, received at the virtual reception of the Prime Minister on the government e-portal and gave concrete instructions to deal with and solve all issues in a timely manner.
The 43rd session of the Council of foreign ministers of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation will take place in Tashkent on 18-19 October this year.
A thorough preparation for this authoritative forum has been carried out in accordance with the resolution of the First President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Islam Karimov on 19 August 2016. All conditions have been created for meeting guests, holding events, ensuring security, provision of quality medical services should they be needed.
This big forum of the Organization of the Islamic cooperation, uniting 57 countries, attracts a huge interest among mass media. The representatives of mass media of the member-states of the organization, dialogue partners and invited countries, international news agencies, TV channels, print and electronic media have expressed their wish to report about the session work.
An international press-centre with all conditions has been established at the Wyndham hotel for this purpose. The press-centre has high-speed internet and wi-fi connection, electronic demonstration stands, meeting the world standards, computers, printers, telephones and other multifunctional equipment.
The modern press-centre allows to present rapid and full information about the session to the world community.
During the meeting the sides discussed the issues related to the 43rd session of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the OIC in the framework of the chairmanship of Uzbekistan in the Council of Foreign Ministers, which is opening on October 18 in Tashkent.
The parties exchanged views on the agenda and other practical aspects of the ministerial meeting and confirmed their interest in the successful holding the upcoming forum.
Organized by Uzbektourism National Company and The Great Silk Road advertising agency with support from the UN World Tourism Organization, the event was attended by representatives of more than 100 tourist firms and companies of Chile, France, India, Japan, Lithuania, Portugal, Russia, Thailand, Turkey, Turkmenistan, the United Arab Emirates, Uzbekistan and other countries.
Today, tourism ranks among the most profitable industries in the world, incorporating a big infrastructure: services, transport, hotels and campgrounds. It stands to reason that the General Assembly of the United Nations declared 2017 the International Year of Tourism. The resolution recognizes "the importance of international tourism, which contributes to a better understanding between the peoples of the world, thereby increasing awareness of the rich heritage of various civilizations and cultures. Such a focus will ensure a better understanding of the values that are inherent in different cultures, societies, thus contributing to the strengthening of global peace."
The number of travelers is steadily growing year after year. According to the World Tourism Organization, the global number of tourists increased by 4.4% last year and reached 1.2 billion. In 2015, international tourism brought $1.5 trillion dollars of export earnings. It contributes to economic development and the creation of new jobs in many parts of the world, including Uzbekistan.
Last year, over 2 million tourists visited Uzbekistan. Hotels and new routes are opened, various types of tourism are developed. The further development of the sector and expansion of services for travelers have been in focus.
Uzbekistan has been developing a modern tourism infrastructure, creating conditions for exciting and eventful leisure of tourists. The Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Uzbekistan 'On further support and development of tourism in the Republic of Uzbekistan' of October 10, 2012, and the Law 'On Tourism' of 1999, serve as a guide to action in improving tourism infrastructure and active promotion of national tourism services in international markets.
Ranking among the oldest centers of world civilization, Uzbekistan has a remarkable tourism potential. There are over 4,000 monuments of architecture and art of different ages and civilizations. The country ranks ninth in the world in terms of historical places and resorts.
Today there are more than 1,200 tourism agencies, over 600 tourism companies, 660 hotels, tourist bases and campsites. Hotels are represented by well-known brands Radisson BLU, Wyndham, Ramada, Lotte and others. The other day, one of the leaders in the global hospitality industry, the network of Hyatt Hotels Corporation, announced the official opening and start of operation of the hotel Hyatt Regency Tashkent.
Located in the heart of the city, the hotel contains 300 rooms, including 52 suites, several restaurants, a bar, a swimming pool, a banquet hall, rooms for business meetings, events and much more.
Development of the transport sector is essential in terms of promoting the tourism industry. Uzbekistan Airways has renewed its fleet with Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft in the current year, and is expanding the geography of flights. The launch of high-speed train Afrosiyob to Bukhara will certainly increase the tourist flow to the ancient holy city: now the train overcomes the distance between Tashkent and Bukhara for 3 hours 20 min., against previous 7-8 hours.
The electrified railroad Angren-Pap and the 19-kilometer tunnel through the Kamchik pass have been commissioned this summer. The Fergana Valley - a pearl of Uzbekistan - is now connected with other regions by a railway line.
Kashkadarya region is the region-partner of TITF-2016. The reconstruction of 14 historic sites was completed in Shahrisabz and Karshi in June 2016.
Thailand was a partner country of the exhibition. This destination draws great interest among the Uzbek people. In four years, the flow of tourists from Uzbekistan to Thailand has increased by 20%. Their number exceeded 15,000 people in 2015 alone. Uzbekistan was the only country in the CIS that showed growth of tourist flow to Thailand last year. The number of tourists from Russia dropped by 45%, and from Kazakhstan, Ukraine and Belarus – by 20%.
Minister of Sports and Tourism of the Kingdom of Thailand Kobkarn Wattanavrangkul participated in the Tashkent International Tourism Fair, and saw the exhibits, representing the culture of all the regions of our country. During her visit, Kobkarn Wattanavrangkul negotiated with Uzbektourism Chairman Farrukh Rizayev, and signed an agreement on cooperation in tourism. At the meeting, the Minister offered to send a film crew to Uzbekistan for producing a documentary about the country, and start promoting the Silk Road brand in the tourist community of Thailand.
Kobkarn Wattanavrangkul also participated in the International Conference on 'Services for the population of Uzbekistan and Tourism: the State, Problems and Prospects', which was organized by the Ministry of Higher and Secondary Special Education at the Tashkent State Economic University.
Tashkent International Tourism Fair bears its obvious fruits. It is a platform for signing contracts, establishing business relationships, demonstrating the diversity of culture, art, architecture not only of Uzbekistan, but also foreign participants. Every year, the exhibition promotes Uzbekistan for more and more people in many parts of the world through programs, documentaries on Uzbek cities, life of their inhabitants, traditions and customs.
During the fair, the crew of the 'Let's go, let's eat!' TV program, headed by the leading expert of the culinary art John Warren, was producing the second edition of Uzbekistan. The first story was about Samarkand and Bukhara, and aroused great interest of the NTV audience. That is why it was decided to produce another one, which will be dedicated to Tashkent and Khorezm regions.
Through the program, the audience will not just get acquainted with the recipes of various dishes of national cuisine, but will get deeper introduced into the rich history, unique customs and traditions of the Uzbek people by the example of oriental pearl cities.
Over the last year, representatives of the forefront TV channels from different countries produced documentaries and commercials in Uzbekistan. The ARTE TV channel broadcasted the story 'The Great Silk Road, and Other Miracles' in France and Germany under the Mega-Info-Tours project by Uzbektourism. The footage took place in Tashkent, Bukhara, Samarkand, Ferghana and Margilan, where the presenter A. de Montesquieu talked with historians, archeologists and ordinary people, showing the age-old traditions and customs of Uzbek people, and their hospitality.
The German television channel NDR aired the premiere of the film 'Uzbekistan: a Journey on the Silk Road' in summer. The BBC Scotland crew produced the film 'The Silk Road with Dr. Sam Willis' in Uzbekistan. The Ukrainian public television channel ICTV broadcasted a cycle of special reports on tourism opportunities in Uzbekistan in the 'Facts' program. Under the Mega-Info-Tours project, a delegation of the Shanghai SMG Media Group produced a documentary on 'An Unforgettable Trip to Uzbekistan', which was shown in Getaway, one of the China's most popular entertainment programs.
It is worth noting the fruitful cooperation with the Euronews TV channel. In late September, the crew visited our country once again to cover the tourism potential of the Khorezm region. Performances of a puppet theater of Khorezm region in Ichan Kala State Museum-Reserve, and the historical sites Juma Masjid and Tosh Hovli were filmed too.
Flavors of the national cuisine on the open ground of Uzexpocentre attracted visitors. The centuries-old gastronomic experience of the country was represented at the national cuisine festival. Chefs of the best restaurants of the capital demonstrated the process of cooking the world's famous culinary delights from ordinary products and oriental spices.
Music did not fall silent for a minute. Crews from different regions and countries showed their national dances and sang songs in different parts of the vast hall. The participants could taste national dishes, fruits, buy articles of traditional crafts at the stands of regions of Uzbekistan. TITF included master classes of ceramics, dolls, ganch plasterwork, embroidery, gold sewing, shows and sale of Uzbek national dress.
The TITF business agenda was equally eventful. The B2B (Business to business) meetings for participants of Hosted Buyers (professional buyers) program was an important part of the agenda. 20 travel agencies from Armenia, India, Lithuania, UAE, Portugal, Russia and France, negotiated with tour operators of Uzbekistan contributed to signing contracts and establishment of partnerships. A scientific and practical conference under the Tashkent International Tourism Fair was dedicated to the development of domestic tourism, the current state and prospects of related public services.


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Continuing the much-loved freeform gameplay from previous Animal Crossing titles, Animal Crossing: New Leaf is a game without any restrictions. There are no goals, no story, not even an ending – instead, you can enjoy life in your new town in any way you choose. And since time in the game moves at the same pace as in the real world, every day brings new experiences!
Your first steps in Animal Crossing: New Leaf come about by accident: shortly after arriving in town, a mix-up by Isabelle the town clerk sees you become the mayor! Although you can still do whatever you please, your new powers as mayor allow you to shape the town in any way you wish. From creating public works projects that add buildings, bridges and all kinds of decorative items to laying down ordinances (a fancy word for laws) that dictate how your town runs. You've now got the freedom to make the town of your dreams!
If non-stop sunshine is more your thing, then a trip to the island might be just what you need! Take the boat ride with Kapp'n, then explore an island full of tropical fruits, insects and fish to your heart's content. And while you're there, consider enjoying a tour or two – play minigames either alone, with friends or online with other players, then trade in the medals you earn for some souvenirs to take back home.
There's even more freedom to express yourself in Animal Crossing: New Leaf! You can buy new clothes – tops, trousers, skirts, hats, masks and even shoes – from the Able Sisters or the Shoe Shank, improve your home with new rooms and renovations, and create your own exhibits in the local museum. Or you can head out to listen to K.K. Slider in concert or behind the decks in Club 101, go shopping on Main Street, or customise your home and furniture by creating your own designs at the Re-Tail shop. All this awaits, and much more besides!
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SPOP SING! Winner Jarrell Ng: "I Told Marcus Tay That I Thi...
SPOP SING! Winner Jarrell Ng: "I Told Marcus Tay That I Think He'll Win"
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When we meet Jarrell Ng for our interview with him this morning, he's hastily scarfing down a vending machine sandwich for breakfast. The baby-faced 18-year-old hadn't gotten much food or sleep since being crowned the champion of local singing competition SPOP SING! just last night. There are six interviews lined up for him today. Seven, if you count ours. He looks visibly tired, but still buzzing from the excitement of winning.
Just a few months ago, the music and audio technology student at Singapore Polytechnic had been one of the hopeful 6,000 participants who auditioned for the Channel 8 singing contest. He made it to the top 20, then the finals, and is now reeling from his win. For someone who has consistently belted power ballads all the way to the finals last night, Jarrell is very soft-spoken but articulate in person. He mumbles, and seems shy. The very opposite of his fellow finalist Marcus Tay, 21, whose flamboyant outfits and flashy showmanship could give G-Dragon a run for his money.
While the competition was judged by local music veterans Billy Koh, Peter Lee, Liang Wen Fu and Eric Moo, the winner was ultimately decided via audience voting. The total number of votes each contestant got is not made public, but a spokesman tells us Jarrell "won by a clear margin".
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My marriage is one of those things that are the most precious for me and that bring sense into my life. I'm strongly convinced that relationship between spouses is like a plant which needs daily care and attention in order to stay alive and fresh. That's why we should always nurture our relationship and increase the power of our love, no matter how long we have been living with our significant other.
My husband and I have been married for 3 years, and during this short period of time I have clearly understood a few things that really matter to my family life and which make it stronger and happier. Those are our hard work, patience and mutual desire to have a successful marriage. I should say that love alone is not enough for a happy marriage, especially when you have to go through hard times that are waiting for you after the honeymoon.
Now I see that our understanding, support and respect to each other can work wonders. I've found out that to be happy and feel satisfied with my husband I need to follow some simple rules every day. With the help of the following things that my husband and I do daily, we manage to stay happy and feel like we've just married.
Regular compliments are one of the most effective ways to show our appreciation to those we love. Unfortunately, lots of couples simply forget to do that after their wedding. However, I try to use any chance to praise my husband whenever he does something well, even if it is a small thing like making a cup of coffee for me or washing dishes after the dinner. In his turn, my loved one always tells me how beautiful I look in my new dress and how much he enjoys delicious dishes I cook for him.
All these compliments create positive atmosphere in our relationship promoting us to feel appreciated and loved. As a result, our marriage is filled up with freshness and excitement we experienced while dating. Keep in mind that daily compliments are an indispensable part of the perfect and long lasting relationship.
By expressing our love in various small ways we energize and refresh our marriage. Do you remember how often you told the words of love to your sweetheart before getting married? Certainly, you did that dozens of times a day. I think now, when you've lived some years with your spouse, nothing prevents you from saying those magic words at every possible opportunity.
Perhaps somebody may find it ridiculous but I can't even count how many times my husband and I say "I love you" to each other during the day. Surely, telling your love is not the only way to show your partner how much you care about him. There is a variety of little things that you can do to express your affection and make your significant other happy. When my husband kisses me, hugs me or does something pleasant for me, there is no need to tell any words as I can feel all his love and tenderness. Personally I always kiss my beloved before he leaves for work and give him a massage when he gets home. These are the best signs of my love that bring him happiness and satisfaction. If we love someone, we shouldn't restrict our feelings but tell about them as often as possible.
Family life is extremely busy because we have to go to work and cope with a tremendous amount of household chores that are waiting for us at home. But when should we relax and enjoy with our families? It is considered that all the housework is exclusively a woman's responsibility, however, I'm convinced that both spouses should take part in the household running equally.
It would be great if we did at least something to make our partner's day easier. Actually, the list of the tasks to do is endless. For instance, my husband usually buys some foods, like bread or milk on his way home in the evening and I really appreciate this small help. Whenever he sees I'm completely exhausted after my working day, he may also wash the dishes and clean the kitchen in order to lighten the load for me. By doing this he shows me his affection and appreciation.
Moreover, we made it a habit to do some chores together. Cooking is my favorite one since it gives me a perfect opportunity to spend an unforgettable time with my sweetheart. Cooking together creates more love, connection and intimacy in my relationship. Once a week we have a romantic dinner with the candles lit on the table and the television off. This habit builds an intimate and deep connection between us.
In my opinion, constant communication is the basic key to a happy marriage. No matter what you speak about, you simply need to share your thoughts, ideas and problems with your spouse. My husband and I have no secrets and forbidden subjects to talk about. I can discuss everything with my husband, including family budget, menu for the dinner or our plans for the weekend. It's not difficult to ask your spouse how was his/her day and this simple question will express your interest and care about him/her. Even small talks help us to understand each other better and avoid conflicts that may harm our marriage.
Taking into account the fact that we have busy schedules, it may be rather problematic to stay connected with those we love in the course of the day. But if you want to keep your marriage strong and happy, you will allocate time to reconnect with your spouse by all means.
I think nothing can be better than getting a spontaneous message from my husband when I'm at work. His tender words of love always cheer me up and inspire me to carry out even the most difficult tasks. Every lunch break I send sweet and flirty texts to my husband like "I love you", "I miss you" or "I can't wait to see you." My husband never forgets to give me a call on the way home. All these things assist us to keep in touch throughout the day and focus on our relationship. You may discover plenty of other ways to reconnect with your loved one, just bear in mind that you need to be creative.
Romance is a crucial part of a happy marriage, so we should remember to show romantic gestures to our spouses to enhance our happiness. My husband and I never let the stress and turmoil of daily life get in the way of having romance in our relationship. We don't need any special occasion to give presents to each other or make surprises. I love to get gifts from my beloved without any reason. At such moments I feel that I'm important and special to him.
Giving a gift to the one you love is one of the most efficient ways to express your affection. It doesn't mean you have to buy only expensive jewelry or perfume for your spouse. It will be even more pleasurable for him/her to get something that you've made yourself.
I should admit that my husband is a very romantic person and that is one of the reasons I love him so much. He regularly surprises me with flowers on my bed in the morning, delicious dinner or relaxing bubble bath. There is a wide range of romantic ideas. The main rule is to practice them often to make your marriage thrive.
You can be sure that all the things and family habits I've mentioned above are really worth doing as they helped me to create a blissful relationship with my spouse. Within the 3 years of our marriage we've experienced everything: happy moments, misunderstandings and quarrels. But we still love each other as much as we did while dating.
The major rule I've learned from my family life is to keep the burning fire between the two of us, support and love each other whatever happens. Only this way we can stay happy in our marriage. What do you do daily to strengthen your relationship with the one you love?


850 T-5 / T-5R / V70/ S70 / C70 T5 Brakes. He who dares, stops!
For those of you who don't know me my key area of interest is performance / modified cars. Volvo make some very high performance cars, and as a reflection of this there are increasing numbers of VOC members who own these models, which is why the performance section has come about. The original 850 T-5R touring car models are now affordable to a new generation of drivers – and I was lucky enough to pick one up in the summer of 2000. The excellent power and handling characteristics of the car lend it well to spirited driving when conditions are appropriate, but as I have discovered, along with many others – the OE front brakes can be subject to fade – which can in turn be dangerous, so, here's a quick run down of what I found out along the way!
The OE 280mm Vented front discs are subject to a lot of abuse when trying to pull up an almost 2 ton car capable of 150MPH, and when the UK's Police forces first equipped their patrol officers with 850s, they very quickly found that under heavy braking the cars were not performing as well as expected. This was rectified by Volvo, who offered a bigger front brake disc (302mm) and up rated pads. The callipers were also a different part number, but to all intents and purposes appear to be the same calliper, on a spacer bracket. Some private cars responded to a recall and later models including the V70 were fitted with the 302mm front discs. This means that there are two sizes of front brakes that can be found on these cars. My T-5R had the 280mm fronts fitted, and it became clear that before any kind of adventure, they would have to be upgraded. Whether you want improved wear characteristics in road use, or intend to heavily track day the car, there is an upgrade option for you.
"Hardened / Grooved / Cross-Drilled discs, OEM size with fast road pads to suit"
This option is very cost effective, particularly if you use the car for heavy commuting and find that warped discs are a way of life, and also that your pads are outliving your discs. Hardened discs are pre-tempered to stop them warping due to heat applied during braking cycles. Grooves provide additional cooling, as well as "de-glazing" the pads – keeping them ready for use. Cross Drilling provides an escape route for the hot gases that have to escape during braking , although grooves are preferred because cross drilled pads can, at very high temperatures be more prone to cracking than grooved equivalents. Black Diamond discs have had good revues, as have Ferrodo Pads. While this option will not improve your overall braking power, it will provide more stable long term braking ability over the OE discs and pads.
"Police Upgrade kit from Volvo – Larger front discs, and harder pads"
According to Volvo, this 850/70 series 302 option is only available to those with the more modern 16" Perfo Alloys as the older 16" Columba alloys will not accommodate the discs. The upgrade requires 2 new saddles to accommodate the callipers, two 302 discs, two sets of pads, and new front hoses. Larger discs do a better job, although at 302mm there is still room to be had – and this kit will pull the car up quicker, but at nearly ¾ the price of a monster brakes conversion, you have to seriously consider which option you want to take. The kit does of course keep the car entirely OEM – which for the concourse members among you is also an important consideration.
"Monster Brakes Conversion – what can we say – it does what it says on the tin!"
Several manufacturers make "monster" brake conversion kits for the 850 and 70 series. One of the more cost effective, and very well recommended is the AP racing kit, comprising 325mm Cross Drilled/Vented discs, AP 4 pot callipers, Fast-Road use pads and steel braided hoses. In fact this kit is one of the most comprehensive out-of-the-box solutions I have ever seen, including every nut & bolt, thread lock, spacer shims, and even uprated DOT 5.1 Brake Fluid. Once you get into this kind of hardware you have serious stopping power. I have been very impressed with the kit, both with how easily it went on, and how effective it is in use. With the higher boiling point of the new fluid, and much larger pad surface area, fade has become a distant memory. The callipers look stunning nestling inside the 17" "Volans" wheels and the discs finally fill the enormous space inside the wheels. The discs are mounted on an aluminium bell, which helps to provide some flex which keeps them from warping. The kit is about £1400 + VAT – so an investment for the real die-hard enthusiast, but from my experience – very well worth it from a safety point of view.
"Steel Braided Hoses – DOT 5.1 Brake Fluid"
Even if your planning to stick with your OE brakes, you can improve the feel of the pedal by replacing the brake hoses at the wheels with braided versions. These stop the hose expanding under pressure, which translates to a more responsive braking action. The same is true of your fluid – brake fluid is Hydroscopic (it absorbs water from its surroundings), and if you have had yours in the system for some time it will be more spongy than it was previously. Also – better brake fluids have higher boiling points and are less likely to boil under pressure. This point is not just relevant to the spirited outing either, how many people have towed a caravan down a 1:4 winding road in an auto?? – if you have you'll know what I'm talking about!
I have enjoyed every minute of motoring in my Volvo, and thanks to AP Racing, I can stop it as quickly as I can start it. The good thing about these cars is that all areas of the performance (stopping included) can be improved, and you don't have to spend thousands to do it. You can, if you chose spend a lot of money on specialist hardware, but remember, little things that cost tens of pounds can improve your brakes, and your safety and confidence in the car too. Happy Stopping!


Our Cars Toddler backpack has been designed so your little one can carry their own treasures. It also comes with a detachable wrist strap to keep your child close if they like to roam all by them selves…….
Bobble Art's Toddler Backpack Cars design is made to the highest quality standards and is extremely durable.
– 1 Metre long webbed wrist strap supplied with the backpack.
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People, American people, The Pacifier,
Max Thieriot
Maximillian Drake Thieriot
October 14, 1988 (age 31)
Los Altos Hills, California, United States
Lexi Murphy Thieriot (m. 2013)
Maximillian Drake "Max" Thieriot is an American actor. He is known for his roles such as Ned Nickerson in the 2007 mystery comedy Nancy Drew, Dylan Massett in the A&E TV drama series Bates Hotel, and Clay Spencer in CBS' SEAL Team.
For Disney, he played Seth Plummer in the 2005 film The Pacifier.
Seth Plummer
(The Pacifier)
Max Thieriot speaks at the Bates Motel panel at the 2013 Winter TCA Tour.
Max Thieriot at premiere of Bates Motel in March 2013.
Max Thieriot speaks at the 2016 San Diego Comic Con.
Max Thieriot attending the 2017 CBS Upfront.
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The Pacifier


Newly developed Allround / City tire.
Outstanding grip on the road due to an unique, triangular pattern profile.
Enhanced riding performance and durability.
Traditional tire that offers cutting edge performance and durability for lightweight and classic motorcycles.
New developed cross-ply tire for all-round use.
City tire for light motor bikes.


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Days of Our Lives Season 54 Episode 138
Episode: 138
Air Date: 1965
A chronicle of the lives, loves, trials and tribulations of the citizens of the fictional city of Salem.
Episode Title: S54E138
Serie: Days of Our Lives
The Powerpuff Girls Season 3 Episode 29
Episode: 29
Made from sugar, spice, everything nice and Chemical X by the Professor; Blossom, Bubbles, and Buttercup now use their superpowers and super cuteness to save the world (or at least…
Episode Title: S3E29
Serie: The Powerpuff Girls
Surgeons: At the Edge of Life Season 2 Episode 1
Cameras follow surgeons, anaesthetists, theatre staff and patients at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham's surgical unit, where surgeons push medical boundaries to the limit.
Episode Title: S2E1
Serie: Surgeons: At the Edge of Life
Family Food Showdown Season 1 Episode 7
Two families vie for a $10,000 prize over three rounds of cooking challenges.
Serie: Family Food Showdown
The Last O.G. Season 2 Episode 2
An ex-felon is shocked to see just how much the world has changed when he is released from prison for good behavior after a 15-year stint and returns to his…
Serie: The Last O.G.
The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Season 9 Episode 9
A reality series that follows some of the most affluent women in the country as they enjoy the lavish lifestyle that only Beverly Hills can provide.
Serie: The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills
The Voice Season 16 Episode 10
Four famous musicians search for the best voices in America and will mentor these singers to become artists. America will decide which singer will be worthy of the grand prize.
Episode Title: S16E10
Serie: The Voice
American Idol Season 17 Episode 11
Twelve finalists andor future singers (six men and six women) who were selected from America, compete in a talent contest in which they were asked to sing any song they…
Serie: American Idol
Late Show with Stephen Colbert Season 4 Episode 128
Stephen Colbert took over as host, executive producer and writer of THE LATE SHOW on Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2015. The comedy-variety-talk show is broadcast five nights a week from the…
Episode Title: S4E128
Serie: Late Show with Stephen Colbert
Jesus: His Life Season 1 Episode 6
Comprehensive retelling of Jesus' life story from a historically- and Biblically-accurate perspective. Live-action storytelling interspersed with brief commentary provides context about the world as it was during the early Christian…
Serie: Jesus: His Life
Absentia Season 2 Episode 3
After being declared dead in absentia, an FBI agent must reclaim her family, identity and innocence when she finds herself the prime suspect in a string of murders.
Serie: Absentia
Britain in Bloom Season 2 Episode 11
Observational documentary series following some of the communities taking part in one of the UK's largest annual competitions – the Royal Horticultural Society's Britain in Bloom contest.
Serie: Britain in Bloom
Schitt's Creek Season 5 Episode 14
When rich video store magnate Johnny Rose, and his family suddenly find themselves broke, they are forced to leave their pampered lives to regroup in Schitts Creek.
Serie: Schitt's Creek
The Rookie Season 1 Episode 19
The series follows John Nolan, a forty-year-old man, who moves from his comfortable, small town life to Los Angeles to pursue his dream of being a police officer for the…
Serie: The Rookie
If Loving You is Wrong Season 8 Episode 5
The show follows the relationships of a group of husbands and wives that live and love on the same street.
Serie: If Loving You is Wrong
Miz and Mrs Season 2 Episode 2
Docuseries following pro wrestler, Mike The Miz Mizanin and his wife, as they start a family.
Serie: Miz and Mrs
Space's Deepest Secrets Season 6 Episode 4
The stories of the men and women who pushed their ingenuity and curiosity beyond the limits to uncover some of the most groundbreaking findings in the history of space exploration.
Serie: Space's Deepest Secrets
Derry Girls Season 2 Episode 6
Set in the early 1990s, this sitcom features the personal exploits of a 16 year old girl, her family and friends during the Troubles.
Serie: Derry Girls
New Amsterdam Season 1 Episode 17
A new medical director breaks the rules to heal the system at America's oldest public hospital.
Serie: New Amsterdam
MasterChef Junior Season 7 Episode 6
24 of the best junior home cooks in the country between the ages of eight and 13 will compete in the first audition round and present their dishes to the…
Serie: MasterChef Junior
Home Season 1 Episode 6
Serie: Home
Roman Empire: Reign of Blood Season 3 Episode 4
Chronicles the reign of Commodus, the emperor whose rule marked the beginning of Romes fall
Serie: Roman Empire: Reign of Blood
Spring Baking Championship Season 5 Episode 3
Eight professional bakers compete to win the title of the Spring Baking Champion and $50,000. Each round is started with a preheat challenge and the winner gains an advantage for…
Serie: Spring Baking Championship
Into The Badlands Season 3 Episode 12
A mighty warrior and a young boy search for enlightenment in a ruthless territory controlled by feudal barons.
Serie: Into The Badlands
The Enemy Within Season 1 Episode 7
FBI Agent Will Keaton enlists the most notorious traitor in American history to help catch a spy.
Serie: The Enemy Within
Star vs. The Forces of Evil Season 4 Episode 15
Intergalactic warrior Star Butterfly arrives on Earth to live with the Diaz family. She continues to battle villains throughout the universe and high school, mainly to protect her extremely powerful…
Serie: Star vs. The Forces of Evil
The Real Housewives of Cheshire Season 9 Episode 3
Rich glamorous powerful and well preserved housewives allow cameras into their lives to show viewers their lives warts and all. A new instalment of the popular series from Cheshire UK….
Serie: The Real Housewives of Cheshire
Summer House Season 3 Episode 6
For years this group of friends has spent their weekends from Memorial Day through Labor Day in one of the most exclusive beach areas on the East Coast. These professionals…
Serie: Summer House
Married At First Sight AU Season 6 Episode 41
Eight singles (out of thousands of applicants), chosen by clinical physiologist John Aiken, neuropsychotherapist Dr. Trisha Stratford and psychologist Sabina Read, come to find themselves …
Serie: Married At First Sight AU
Rachael Ray Season 13 Episode 120
Rachael Ray offers simple solutions to everyday issues.
Serie: Rachael Ray


Halloween Drops 4 – Match three puzzle is a game from the genre of three in a row made in the Halloween theme. In this game you have to make rows of three or more objects undergoing numerous tests. With each new level, the number of difficulties and obstacles will increase making the game more difficult. Pass all the tests until the time or the number of moves. Solve small problems because in order to pass this or that test you need to connect your logic and acumen.


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EU Withdrawal Agreement approved by EU leaders
The EU Withdrawal Agreement and Political Declaration on the future relationship between the UK and the EU have been approved by the 27 EU leaders at a special meeting of the European Council today (25th November 2018). This now needs to be voted on by the UK Parliament, which is expected to take place in early December 2018.
Prime Minister holds press conference at 10 Downing Street
Prime Minister Theresa May has held a press conference in 10 Downing Street and her statement is available on GOV.UK.
Prime Minister updates House of Commons on Brexit negotiations
Prime Minister Theresa May has updated the House of Commons on progress with the Brexit negotiations. Please see the GOV.UK website for the Prime Minister's statement.
James Cross steps down as Natural England's CEO
James Cross has stepped down today from his role as Natural England's Chief Executive and Marian Spain, an existing Natural England Board member, will be taking over as interim Chief Executive "shortly". Further details are given on GOV.UK.
Changes to valuation of in-calf cattle for TB compensation in Wales take effect today
In September, the Welsh Government announced that there would be changes to the valuation of in-calf cattle in Wales for TB compensation. Those changes take effect from today (1st November 2018) and mean that written proof of Pregnancy Diagnosis will now be required when cattle are being valued. Further information is available on the Welsh Government website.
CAAV supports anti-money laundering Flag It Up campaign
The CAAV is lending its support to the Government's campaign to raise awareness of anti-money laundering requirements for those involved in property sales and purchases. The Flag It Up campaign will help professionals involved in property sales to identify suspicious activity which may be connected to money laundering and to report it to the authorities.
Further information can be found in the Government press release:
https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-campaign-to-prevent-properties-bought-with-dirty-money
Gove announces new funding for pollinator habitat mapping
Environment Secretary, Michael Gove, is launching a new £60,000 fund today (25th October) to "develop and test pollinator habitat mapping". Funding is also being provided to two projects to create pollinator-friendly landscapes: The Bumblebee Conservation Trust's "West Country Buzz" project in North Devon and The Martin Down farmer "Super Cluster" in Hampshire. Further information is available on GOV.UK.
Fisheries Bill introduced to Parliament
A Fisheries Bill is to be introduced to Parliament today (25th October). The Bill is to give the UK control of who may fish in UK waters and what terms apply. Further information is available on GOV.UK.
Pilot Forestry Investment Zone launched in Cumbria
A new pilot Forestry Investment Zone has been launched in Cumbria today. The pilot is to run for two years and "will be used as a test-case for rolling out the initiative more widely around the country". Please see GOV.UK for further information.
BSE Case Confirmed in Aberdeenshire
The BBC News website is reporting that there has been a case of BSE confirmed on a farm in Aberdeenshire. Further information is also available on the Scottish Government website.


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Capital market regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) stressed on the need for a single watchdog to regulate firms taking deposits from the public illegally.
"There is need for a single watchdog to regulate companies taking deposits from the public in an illegal manner," said UK Sinha, chairman, SEBI. "We have also taken up this matter with the government so that loopholes are plugged," he said at an investment seminar by Indian Merchants' Chamber.
Sahara group has claimed that it has repaid a bulk of the bondholders and the total outstanding liability is less than Rs. 5,120 crore it has paid to SEBI towards refund.
Sinha said many countries have only one financial sector regulator. "When the collective investment scheme (CIS) was brought under the SEBI Act, certain exceptions were given to Nidhi, chit funds and cooperatives.


The most holy land of Chinese Buddhism, Mt. Wutaishan lies in Wutai County in Xinzhou Region, Shanxi Province. It is rated on both the list of the first group of national scenic spots designated by the State Council, and the list of the Top 10 scenic spots in Shanxi Province. It is as famous as Mt.Emeishan in Sichuan Province, Mt.Putuoshan in Zhejiang Province, and Mt.Jiuhuashan in Anhui Province, all of which are renowned as the four sacred Buddhist Mountains. Mt. Wutaishan covers an area of 2,837 square kilometers (1,095.4 square miles), and its five main peaks, positioned east, south, west, north, and in the middle, embrace one another with broad and plain terraces rather than forests on their tops. That is why it bears the name "Wutaishan" (Mountain of Five Terraces). With the average altitude over 1,000 meters (over 3,281 feet), its apex, the summit of the northern peak which is famed as being the "Roof of Northern China", reaches 3061.1 meters (10,043 feet). Besides the religious aspect, the beauty of rising and falling ridges of mountains, exotic rocks, crisscrossed gullies, crystalline waters and towering green forests also gives Mt. Wutaishan its reputation as a colorful and notable tourist resort.
The beautiful scenery of Mt. Wutaishan is a masterpiece of exquisite acts of nature, predominantly visible over the five main peaks: Wanghai Peak in the east, Guayue Peak in the west, Jinxiu Peak in the south, Yedou Peak in the north, and the central Cuiyan Peak.
1 kilometer (0.6 mile) east of Taihuai Town in Wutai County, there is Wanghai Peak. Visitors standing on the top of the peak, east of Mt. Wutaishan, can appreciate the height of 2,795 meters (9,169.9 feet). It is wonderful to see the sunrise in the morning from this location. Out of a sea of floating clouds and writhing mist, the sun rises with thousands of golden rays. It fills visitors with amazement, as they can believe it is the sun rising above the real sea.
Guayue Peak reaches an altitude of 2,773 meters (9,097.8 feet) and is 13 kilometers (8.1 miles) west of Taihuai Town. This peak provides unique imagery in the evening when visitors can see the elegant and serene sight of the graceful but hazy moon hanging above dense pine trees.
Jinxiu Peak is 2,485 meters high (8,152.9 feet), and 12 kilometers (7.5 miles) south of Taihuai Town. This peak's beauty is in the colorful flowers that grow all over it, and emit scents and perfumes from early May until late August. They decorate the peak by making it look as if it is wearing a floral silk coat.
This peak, 5 kilometers (3.1 miles) north of Taihuai Town, is the highest point of Mt. Wutaishan, as well being the highest in Northern China, at 3,058 meters (10,032.8 feet). On the terrace of the peak, there is a natural pool that is over 300 square meters (358.8 square yards) From the terrace looking towards the north, Mt. Hengshan looms blanketed in endless greenery.
According to its name, one can guess the scenery of this peak. The rocks are green not because of their own color, but because of the moss on their surface. The huge rocks resemble moving dragons when seen in sunlight, from which the name "dragon-writhing rocks" has been derived.
It is said that this mountain, one of the four holy Buddhist Mountains, is the dwelling place of Manjusri Bodhisattva. 360 temples were built here dating back to the Tang Dynasty (618-907) but now only 47 of them exist. Over the years, incalculable numbers of pilgrims and visitors have come here. Among these magnificent temples, five are the most famous: Xiantong Temple, TayuanTemple, Manjusri Temple (Summit Bodhisattva), Shuxiang Temple, and Luohou Temple.
Xiantong Temple has the longest history and is the most prestigious. Occupying an area of 80,000 square meters (95,682 square yards), it was built initially in 68, during the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220), with the additions built by succeeding dynasties. Now it plays the most important role among the temples, therefore, the Buddhist Association of Mt. Wutaishan is situated there. The court-styled construction of it includes seven palaces, in one of which Wenshu (Manjusri) Bodhisattva's statue was engraved and worshiped. The copper bell in front of the gate is the biggest bell on the mountain, with a weight of 9,999.5 jin (22,045.9 pounds). Its toll can be heard around the entire mountain.
The 75.3-meter-high (247-feet-high) Tayuan Temple is the symbol of Mt. Wutaishan, so it becomes a "must-see". Principally it possesses the white Tibetan-style dagoba also called Dabai Pagoda (Big White Pagoda). Since it stands in front of the other temples in Taihuai, it is even more eye-catching. Accompanying the graceful temple, there is also Wenshufa Pagoda where it is said that Manjusri Bodhisattva's hair is preserved, and the Dacangjing Pavilion (Collecting-Lections Pavilion) where volumes of lections were collected.


I don't understand how that would work… For you plugin to know at run time whether it is an instrument or an effect, the plugin host must load it, but the plugin host needs to know the type of the plugin before loading it, right?
As I said, the filename would have information. EG: Wusik Station V9 is a regular instrument, Wusik Station V9 FX is the FX version.
Well, you proposed macros, but they are resolved at compilation time, so there is nothing that could be changed once the compilation happened, especially not at runtime.
To identify a plugin, usually a triplet of 4 characters each are used, to identify the plugin. The filename of the component or .vst3 doesn't matter at all. For AU, one of the identifiers is for the type of the plugin, e.g. aufx for effect, augn for generators or aumi for instrument. This will define, where the host will list the plugin (e.g. as insert or as instrument).
VST3 allows multiple plugins in the same binary. You'd have to hack the VST3 wrapping code to get that working, since right now plugin projects assume that there is only one plugin is supposed to be wrapped.
Although I have no idea how well that particular feature is supported in hosts.
But, what it JUCE had an option of run-time too? That way I could put some code that checks the filename for FX in the name and enable FX mode instead of instrument mode.
Merging with git usually works well or well enough. I pull and merge from the Juce develop branch almost daily and I have rarely got any massive merge conflicts because of my modified Juce bits. They are not likely to change the VST2 wrapper code much anymore in the future anyway.
Ah, stupid me, never used that feature. Thanks. something to learn now.
Ok, this seems to work. But in Reaper it still shows as an Instrument. I will try to clear the caches and also test in other hosts. On Wusik P2000 it does see a file with FX in the name as an Effect.
OK, this works great. I will do the VST3 now. I checked AU (OSX) but could not find anything. Doesn't AU allow effects? Where is that set? I couldn't find anything by searching the juce modules folder.
The AU has the four letter types, aufx as default. In the code it is named kAudioUnitType_Effect.
// faff around creating .def files for this kind of thing.
Now I need to understand how to handle the number of outputs in runtime… I just need to be able to set 1 stereo out OR 16 stereo outputs.
To see if maybe that would be the easiest way.
Nice, now, from 6 file compilations (that takes several minutes to process) I was able to go down to 1 compilation per product. NICE! Why 6? I also did something for the Full x Demonstration files, but that I can't share. And them for each the Regular Stereo Out, Multi Out and FX version.
Took me a while to setup my new computer, but I'm back. Here's the latest code to setup the extra channels for the MultiOut mode. Seems to be working with SONAR, will try to test with other hosts too.


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As Climax Approaches… Anxiety In The House Among Housemates
As the count down towards the close of the reality TV show begins, the House is becoming tenser and lots of gossiping going on. Often tempers flare up between the housemates as they fight tooth and nail to outsmart each other. Whilst trying to do so, they become agitated and confrontational, often requiring the intervention of the chief (the mystery voice).
This apparent dash for time, further makes the show more and more captivating, with the contestants attempting to act funnily, talk tough and appear sexy in a bid to woo more votes from the public. Exuding strong language, behaving humorously and displaying nudity are all part of the show. To release stress, the Housemates can be seen dancing to Sierra Leonean tunes, singing, cracking jokes and arguing. As it gets hotter, they are all appealing to their fans to vote for them. Even hotter is the activities away from the show. Supporters of various contestants are busy campaigning for votes in favor of their favorite housemates. This is done in the social media and in entertainment centres across the country. Conversations now are dominated by the Reality TV show. Members of the public are counting the days to the ultimate climax.
The live Reality Show, which is aired on AYV entertainment's Channel 34, is indeed a novelty in this country for which the organizers, AYV Media Empire and Africell, have been widely hailed, as both continue to boost the entertainment industry.
What is uppermost in the minds of each of the Housemates is to ultimately emerge as the winner that will bag the Le100,000,000 that has been set aside as the star prize.
According to the organizers of the show, what is at the center of organizing the Reality TV Show is youth empowerment, providing a platform to showcase young people's talents and at the same time give them the opportunity to acquire new skills like learning how to cook, socialize, how to play certain games, build confidence, how to comport themselves publicly and to speak fluently. They have been benefitting from interactions with officials of certain corporate entities, like Rokel Commercial Bank, Guarantee Trust Bank, Life By Design, who have been explaining to them how their institutions operate. They are also given motivational lectures.
It is yet not known whether the way the Housemates are catered for falls under empowerment because they are offered good food and drinks nurturing them well. It is factual that the Housemates are really enjoying sumptuous food,
AYV, under its charismatic Chief Executive Officer, Ambassador Anthony Navo, has been at the very forefront of empowering young people and making them very productive and relevant in society. He has been doing so passionately and he is held in high esteem for championing that cause.
A good aspect of the Reality TV Show is that it has exposed all the participants and as viewers continue to follow it, there is the likelihood that in the future some of them will become Brand Ambassadors, artists or role models. As the Reality TV Show is climaxing, it is undoubtable that it will continue to be very enticing and lively.
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5 Steps to Building a Strengths-Based Culture, Part 5
Gallup Called to Coach Webcast Series
Learn how to build a strengths-based culture in your organization via transforming your learning programs, in Part 5 of this 5-part series.
Interested in learning more on this topic? Read more about how to improve teamwork in the workplace.
Robert Gabsa, a Gallup Workplace Consultant, was our guest on a recent Called to Coach. In Part 5 of a 5-part series on Building a Strengths-Based Culture, Robert shared the last step in this process: transforming your learning programs. Once an organization gets executive buy-in for strengths; has its employees take the CliftonStrengths assessment; builds a network of internal Strengths Coaches; and integrates strengths into performance management, then it should look at how strengths can transform its internal learning programs (such as hiring, onboarding and organizational communications, plus aligning employee and manager objectives with strengths) through infusing or integrating CliftonStrengths into them. Such efforts don't succeed overnight but bring observable results in business outcomes such as absenteeism, turnover, productivity and profitability.
Access 5 Steps to Building a Strengths-Based Culture, Part 1, and Part 2, Part 3 and Part 4 of this 5-part series.
Below is a full transcript of the conversation, including time stamps. Full audio and video are posted above.
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Jim Collison 0:00
I'm Jim Collison, and live from our virtual studios around the world, this is Gallup's Called to Coach, recorded on April 17, 2020.
Called to Coach is a resource for those who want to help others discover and use their strengths. We have Gallup experts and independent strengths coaches share tactics, insights and strategies to help coaches maximize the talent of individuals, teams and organizations around the world. If you're listening live, love to have you join us in our chat room. There's a link to it right above me on the live page. If you're, if it's after the fact, and you have a question, send us an email: coaching@gallup.com. Don't forget if you're on YouTube, subscribe, and hit the little "Like" button, that actually helps us from a discoverability standpoint, and we appreciate it. Robert Gabsa is our host today. Robert's a Workplace Consultant here at Gallup. And Robert, always great to have you, welcome back to Part 5 here on Called to Coach.
Robert Gabsa 0:54
Yeah, thanks for having me, Jim. It's great to be back here and kind of, kind of disappointed that this, this will, this will end up our, our series here on the Steps of Building a Strengths-Based Culture, but it's been a lot of fun.
Let's relive it for just a second, for folks who maybe are joining us for the first time. We've gone through the first 4, just quickly summarize those for us.
Yeah, the first 4 Steps, Step 1, always get that, that executive support, that executive sponsor, hopefully, if it's a CEO, it's really important to get that, that, you know, kind of leadership view of, Hey, strengths are important, you know, and this is going to be a part of our culture, so we want to hear that voice. The second part of it is, of course, if we're gonna have a strengths-based culture, is get everybody to understand and know their strengths. So have everybody take the assessment, and establish that that baseline, and that common language and build excitement around it.
Step 3 was getting a network of internal Strengths Coaches, or maybe even Strengths Champions, but people who can advocate support, provide resources and coach around those strengths because just having your Top 5 is all fine and dandy, but coaches really help us turn those into, those talents, into real strengths and point them towards outcomes. And then the last session we spoke about how do we put this into performance management, and why, why would we do that? And how is that gonna, gonna help? And, you know, really the, the -- some of that is naturally, when people are operating in their strengths, when, when people are doing their best every day, when you can get the best of them, you're going to get their best work and their best performance, and having those conversations and changing those conversations to be more positive and strengths-based as opposed to what current performance management systems tend to focus on deficit-based or fixing what's wrong or weaknesses with people. How can we improve you? Performance management can really get launched by, by, by integrating strengths into that and working with getting people at their best.
So, for folks who've joined us live, they've heard you go through that rendition a couple times already. They've learned, and maybe it's a little learning technique, as we think about Step 5, what, what is that in the process? Is that important?
You know, Step 5, in our process is, is now that you've kind of have this, your, your network is set up, you've got that support, people have taken the assessment, you're starting to see it become a part of a cultural groundswell. Maybe it has been if it's been integrated into the performance management system, it's being talked about, conversations are changing. People are feeling it, they're seeing the behaviors. Then it's a matter of how do we just keep that momentum going, you know, how do we, how do we, how do we take it forward, and we say, you know, transform your learning programs?
And now "transform" can, can sound, like a little scary, and some organizations will think of this like "transform" means, like change, redo, turn it upside-down. We need to change our current program. And, and, you know, I'm saying, No, please don't do that. And they think that that's the first step. Right? Well, if we're going to be strengths-based, then we've got to change our culture, so let's change our learning. And let's, let's change things right here, and we say, No, it, I think it's, it's much more impactful that once people kind of feel that ground-up, like talking about strengths, working with their teams, working with their managers, you kind of build an appetite, right for strengths? People start really seeing the benefits. And they start, they start feeling much more open and receptive; I call it kind of an aperture. Right? It's like their aperture, like a camera just opens. And, and and they're, they're more willing, because if you just come in and want to say, Hey, we're just going to change the learning programs, and, and that's going to be where we start, you're not going to get the buy-in. Right?
So, I, I like to say, as we see at Gallup, this is more of that last step. So, it's got to be something -- when you're talking about a culture, it's got to be something that people are enthusiastic and excited about, but they have to see it, right? Culture is something that is lived. It really is, it's how do we show up every day? So if we show up, and we live, and we are seen to be strengths-based, and we're using our strengths, and we can understand why certain people who have certain, certain talents and strengths are doing certain things a certain way. Or when I get phone calls for people asking me to brainstorm, because they know I have Ideation No. 1, or, or when I have trouble with creating a process or system, and I know that one of my colleagues, who has talents in those areas, who's a great Arranger and has high Discipline, and I'll call and lean on them.
When we start feeling and living that, it becomes part of the culture because that's really what creates the culture, right? It's really, it's really a just a combination of, of experiences that we all have together. So, I mean, imagine, you know, being onboarded, and being told that we have a strengths-based culture or seeing it in some way, in the employer branding, and then showing up, and it not being there. It not being seen. It not being talked about. It's not being visible. It's like it's a real letdown, right? So it really is important that it is lived. And part of that is through I think some of our learning programs, you know? You don't want to hear about it, then not see it in action. So, this is, this is a way to get things in action first, and then start to look at, and moving into, you know, some of those learning and development programs so that people aren't getting mixed messages, and isn't getting confused.
Robert, let me ask, let me ask you on that really quick. We talked about this, I think in Part 1, about doing an audit, right? This idea of maybe auditing through, what would you seen, or what, what have you seen from a best practice, as we think about maybe some of those things that could be wearing down the organization or the inconsistencies like you just talked about, like, you know, you promote you're strengths-based, and then the first, on the first month, you never even hear it? Or or, you know, you don't get the opportunity to do it, right? How, what's your recommendation on how, how do you go about that audit? I mean, what are just a few pointers on getting something like that started?
You know, we talk to people, you know, I think talking to different people, different stakeholders. Look at, what are the existing programs right now? What is the, what does our recruiting program look like? What are the practices for our hiring? And our onboarding? How are we doing that? What's, you know, I like to look at the entire, I do work in our employee experience area, right? So I like to look at the entire employee life cycle. And it's not like the employee experience starts on Day 1, when they walk in the door; it starts long before that, right? When they first interact with your brand. So I, when I say, you know, Do an audit, I think I look at, what are all the touchpoints, and what are we telling people and what are they hearing long before they even walk into the door on their first day? You know, it's a very emotional time when you're starting a new job as onboarding, and then it continues on, you know, like onboarding is an orientation that happens in Week 2. Onboarding lasts for months. Sometimes over a year, people are still trying to figure out if they're in the right place.
So, you know, I think that audit has to really look at are we, are we first, what are we saying to people? You know, how are we promoting it? How are we communicating ourselves, before they come here? And then once they do come here, how are we living it? Are we living it? Are we showing it? Is it coming up in meetings? Are we seeing it newsletters? Is it in part of our communications? Do we have our email signatures? Is that, is that working? Is it? Is it somehow part of our culture? Or are we just saying that to get people to come here, right? And when you find gaps, and you find certain areas that, not that they're wrong, but if you say, I think we find opportunities where, You know what, we could probably do something here, we can probably do something there. Maybe we have another touchpoint, maybe we have another communication point where we can just weave in, not override, but weave in a little bit of that message on how important it is and how our culture is based upon talents and strengths of people, as opposed to, you know, just getting work out of them and trying to fix what's wrong with them. You find those gaps and then you figure out ways to change them. You know, identify, identify those areas.
Yeah, you talked about the importance of communication here, through this process. You mentioned some things like newsletters or like we do, or it's in your email signature or post it up on a -- in your work area. What other things could organizations be doing as a best practice? What are some other ideas that might help them communicate this out?
Ah, I love this. Man, the list goes on, right? It's such a long list. It, you know, whatever the organization's already doing, start there. If they have company newsletters, I have a client who has internal video, internal videos that show on monitors, and break rooms, and in hallways; they're able to put those into loops. Just little things, fun things, that she had a little, she had a puppy, and she had a dog, and she had a little 3-minute video on, on, on what her dog's strengths were. His name is Walter. Right? And they make it fun. Anything -- you have a SharePoint site, is there a company blog? Do you have a place where you, you know, use posters or bulletin boards? I've seen clients use screen savers. Put it on there. Like you said, their email signatures, name tags. I mean, I think the list goes on and on. It just depends on what they're already using. And then, if they're not using something that you think is going to be effective or do you thinks that can help, you know, brainstorm. Is there a place on our website, you know? Is there, when we're doing speaking engagements, do we, do you know, do we mention it? Is it part of our communication?
Robert Gabsa 10:20
As we're developing our value, our employee value proposition, you know, are we weaving that into that message? You know, because our EVP is a very strong magnet. And that's really what's telling the outside world who we are, as a brand, and as an employment brand. And I think putting it into any employment brand initiatives is critical, because people are looking for, especially young people, especially newer people coming out of college, they're looking for that type of development. They're looking for people to, and organizations that want to know what's right with them, because they've heard and they've seen the opposite, right? And so it's very easy to, to kind of use that as I think as a great selling point, and it's not the only selling point, but try to put it into that, you know? I mean, again, the lists, some companies have Twitter and Instagram and social media. So I think, you know, use it in any way you can. Don't overuse it. Right? Walk before you run, but find out, find out where you're communicating already, and see where you can weave it into those messages.
Jim Collison 11:20
Because of the role that I have here in the community, I get to see a lot of these kinds of things happening publicly, which is really super cool. I think of a great example, Jon Sexton over at Vibrant Credit Union, is making public videos, they're kind of Theme Thursday-style, they're talking, he's interviewing an individual talking about how they're using their themes. It's for the credit union, they publish them publicly, so you get some recognition, right, for that. And, and then it's a great opportunity for that organization to rally around that, right? It's from them, by them, made up, made by them. It's faces that people recognize, and I think those are some great opportunities. Hannah Miller, we're going to interview her, she's from the U.K., we're going to interview her in a couple weeks. She's making 2-minute, 3-minute videos on LinkedIn, that she's describing these, these themes, right? And working in that way, and there's so many creative ways, and I think even having a few stories at a company's annual meeting, we call it State of the Company, right? But they have some very concrete examples where we bring strengths in, and this is why this is happening, when we start doing recognition based on people's, what they've completed based on their strengths, and how we call that out, that kind of reinforces that as well. So, what are other actions would you suggest for coaches, helping organizations -- what, any other, any other, or, or maybe just kind of review what we talked about?
Yeah. You know, I think starting, you know, as far as where I would go, what actions that can be done, is taking that audit, you know, in turn, it, audit the internal programs, look for where, areas of improvement or places that you might be able to kind of infuse or integrate strengths, or coaching into what they're already doing. If they're weakness-focused, you know, how can we turn that into strengths-based, you know, approach. I think aligning internal and external messaging, you know, make sure we have the why, and the how, behind strengths. It's not just, Hey, we're doing strengths. But you know, we've got plenty of data points and case studies on on why it works, and how it works, and how it really fuels engagement. That, that, that, that internal brand advocacy, building that internal kind of, kind of group, the tribe, so to speak, and whether they're coaches or strength champions, or just people that are passionate about, about it. Build a contingency. Build that, that, that group that can help, kind of amplify the message. That's another, you know, another thing that you can do relatively easily, right? Hey, folks, how can we get this going? Let's come up with some ideas. Make things visible.
And I think you can, you know, another thing and, you know, ensure that employee and manager objectives are aligned with strengths. There's nothing, there's nothing more disheartening than when an employee's excited about talking about their strengths and their talents and wanting to develop them, and having a manager just not on the same page, and really not seeing it as important, and not supporting that, that can be really disheartening. So, you know, I think getting that alignment is really critical and making sure that it's not too siloed because that could they could take the wind out of the sail, right? And then, finally, I think as I just talked about, How can you, how can you put strengths into your employment brand? How can you showcase you? How can you use it as a differentiator? How can you make yourself look unique out there? Because people are selecting companies, they're choosing where they want to work, long before they even fill out that application or submit their resume. They're, they're looking and talking to people who work there, who have worked there, and if it's become part of your culture, the word will get out, and it'll become part of your brand. And that's, that's a, that's, that's going to do more work for you than, than your other recruiting efforts? I guarantee it's, it's what people are talking about. So, I would say those are my, my initial things that I know people can can do pretty darn quickly.
Robert, in your work, that you've done, is this a flip the switch, and it's done in a week? Or what's your, what's your advice? Just so I know.
Don't, don't I wish we could we could hand somebody a magic, a magic pill, or a silver bullet, right? To make all that happen. Absolutely not, Jim. This, this takes, like anything else -- especially, yeah, you can flip a switch, and have everybody take a strengths assessment. But to create a strengths-based culture, to create any type of culture, it's not something that you can just establish and say, This is our new culture, and this is the way we're going to do things. Culture kind of happens, right? Culture is, is, it's, it's in a lot of ways, it's like your brand. It's, it's the conversation between 2 people over coffee. It's how people interact and collaborate. It's how they show up. It's how they support. It's, it's how the organization interacts with the community. It takes a lot of work. But to become strengths-based, you have to start somewhere, and it does not happen overnight. But, but it's well worth, it's well worth the efforts because we see the results, you know? And companies that do it, they see it, they see the results in, in, in all of the things we talk about in engagement: lower absenteeism, lower turnover, right, higher productivity, higher profitability, all of those metrics. They do happen, but it doesn't happen overnight. No, it's a, it's a lot of work.
Yeah, I, I think sometimes we think culture is a statement, and it's actually a million conversations, right? That's where culture happens. And so you, you want to get more of those than less, speaking in those terms. And that takes a lot of consistency, and a lot of work, and a lot of effort to get that done. I think well worth it in the end, as organizations move in that direction. Robert, thank you for being with us for this 5 Part Series. If you're catching this, this one as your first one, we have 4 more for you as we work through this. And in you, we'd love to have you kind of just work through that with us.
I'll remind you, if you have any questions, you can always send us an email: coaching@gallup.com. Don't forget, you can get access to all our resources off of, in our new Gallup Access. Easiest way to access that is gallup.com/cliftonstrengths, available there. If you sign in there, you will get, you'll go right on to the platform. Great way to do it. Don't forget to sign up for our CliftonStrengths Community Newsletter while you're there. We would love to have you join us on our social groups as well: facebook.com/groups/calledtocoach, and then join us on LinkedIn. Maybe you're not a Facebooker -- not everybody needs to be, by the way, but you can do it on LinkedIn as well. Search "CliftonStrengths Trained Coaches," and we'd love to have you in that community, as well. I want to thank you for joining us for this whole series. If you did listen to all 5, give yourself a badge of some kind. And, and we appreciate you guys coming out. If you're joining us live, stay around for a smidgen of a postshow. With that, we'll say Goodbye, everybody.
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While getting in to the nooks and cranny's I noticed a stamp punched into it that said Appleton Patent.
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