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What It Is

The celebrity-famous HydraFacial treatment is a gentle and effective procedure that integrates a variety of skin rejuvenating methods in order to give you a healthier, radiant appearance. It efficiently combines cleansing, exfoliating, extraction, and hydration—making it one of the most popular options for a facial on the market.

Treatment Areas

As its name might suggest, the HydraFacial treatment is typically performed on the face in order to achieve clearer and brighter skin.

Unlike other cosmetic treatments, the HydraFacial is unique in its ability to treat all ages, skin colours, and skin types—including those with sensitive skin or those suffering from acne. The reason for this is because it is completely customizable to your specific concerns and skin goals. A HydraFacial treatment is effective in treating a number of troublesome skin conditions including:

Additionally, there’s no need to avoid the sun with a HydraFacial treatment. You can undergo this procedure all year round without worrying about increased photosensitivity.

How to Prepare

There are some things that you should avoid doing for about a week prior to your HydraFacial treatment. This list includes:

  • Not tanning or using self-tanner
  • Avoiding any aggressive scrubs or face masks
  • Not getting any injectable fillers
  • Discontinuing your use of prescription-strength Retin A

How It Works

This invigorating skincare treatment is oftentimes described as a wet microdermabrasion, prompting it to alternatively be referred to as a “hydradermabrasion”. In a simple, four-step process your skin will be transformed from dull to radiant in just thirty minutes. The steps of a HydraFacial treatment are as follows:

  1. Cleansing & Exfoliation: Your face is manually cleansed by your aesthetician in order to gently exfoliate the outer layers of your skin. A deeper cleansing and exfoliation is followed using a device that incorporates both water pressure and a textured tip to remove impurities.
  2. Acid Peel: A mixture of glycolic and salicylic acid chemically exfoliates your skin, targeting dirt and debris nestled deep in your pores that manual cleansing methods cannot remove.
  3. Extraction: There’s no need for painful extractions with the HydraFacial treatment. Instead, a vortex extraction tool is used to suction impurities such as blackheads, dead skin cells, and excess oil from your skin.
  4. Hydration: Finally, your skin is deeply moisturized using a combination of serum boosters such as antioxidants, potent peptides, and hyaluronic acid. Additional, soothing gels can be used to keep your complexion cool, hydrated, and bright.

Results You Can Expect

Almost immediately after your first HydraFacial treatment, you can expect to see a much more radiant complexion than before. Not only will your pores be visibly smaller, but your skin will be soft and glowing from how well it is hydrated.

The best way to achieve optimal HydraFacial results is to have multiple treatments. Doing so will maximize the benefits and ensure that your beautiful, glowing results are maintained. It is recommended that you start your HydraFacial treatments with four to six sessions performed around two weeks apart from one another. Hydrafacial treatments can also be used in conjunction with BBL or HALO treatments to enhance the results of these therapies.

Additionally, you can combine your HydraFacials with an enhanced, yet simple, at-home skincare regime using medical-grade products. This can help to maximize the overall benefits of your treatments in order to lessen the appearance of uneven skin tone as well as fine lines and wrinkles.

Aftercare and Recovery

One of the greatest benefits of the HydraFacial treatment is that you can enjoy its deep cleansing benefits without the fear of skin irritation. As previously mentioned, even the most sensitive skin types can benefit from this procedure, even those with active acne.

Another benefit is that there is absolutely no downtime required after undergoing a treatment session. You can return to work or your regular activities immediately afterwards. This is because when it comes to the HydraFacial treatment, there are very little aftercare instructions. However, some things that you’ll want to keep in mind include:

  • Do not wash your face or shower for 6 hours
  • Avoid physical activity for about 6 hours
  • For 2 weeks after your session avoid any chemical peels, microdermabrasion, or dermaplaning
  • Do not use chemical exfoliants for 2 days after your treatment
  • Apply sunscreen every day for at least a week after your treatment

Potential Complications

One of the reasons this facial procedure is so popular is due to its minimal side effects. You may experience some mild redness for a couple of hours immediately following your treatment or flaking after a day or two. However, this should resolve itself on its own and subside within a few days.

While the risks of any adverse reactions to the HydraFacial treatment are low, that does not mean they are impossible. You may experience irritation due to the customized serums used during the hydration step of the process if you have extremely reactive skin.

Why Choose APT Medical Aesthetics?

APT Medical Aesthetics is a comprehensive med spa in Oakville that offers an extensive array of cosmetic treatments including HydraFacial. Our team of dedicated aestheticians will gladly help you to identify and achieve your skin goals with the HydraFacial treatment. If you have any questions or are looking to book your free consultation, contact us today.

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This 4-step invigorating skin care treatment can be thought of as a wet microdermabrasion combined with a peel. In just 30 minutes, it gently cleanses, extracts and replenshishs the skin by loosening skin debris and dirt taking your skin from dull to glowing.

HydraFacial is unique in that it is safe for all skin types, skin colours and all ages. It is a highly effective anti-aging treatment as it helps improve the appearnace of fine lines and wrinkles as well as uneven skin tone. What makes HydraFacial even more fabulous is that it can be used on clients with sensitive skin, including those suffering from acne.

HydraFacial is effective in treating a number of troublesome skin conditions including: Enlarged pores Acne Fine lines & wrinkles Brown spots

After your intial treatment, your complexion will have a radiant glow. Your pores will appear visibly smaller and your skin will feel soft and hydrated. Results are cummulative so in order to maximize its benefits and lessen the appearnce of fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone, we reccommend that you begin with a series of 4 to 6 HydraFacials performed 2 weeks apart. The HydraFacial is a gentle, comforable procedure that causes no skin irriation. With no downtime, you can put makeup on immediately after your treatment and rresume you your day-to-day activities. After your initial series of HydraFacials, you can maintain your results by repeating the treatment once a month and by using an effective, anti-aging skin care program at home such as ZO® Skin Health's "Get Skin Ready" (GSR) Kits.

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Localized climate change and ancient depopulation in the Southwest

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Summary of Localized climate change contributed to ancient depopulation

Researchers at Washington State University are using tree ring data try to answer the question of how localized climate change in the Southwest contributed to the depopulation of the southern Colorado by Ancestral Puebloan people in the late 1200’s.

Professor Tim Kohler and post-doctoral researcher Kyle Bocinsky used tree ring data, along with the growth requirements of traditional maize, a main food source of the Southwestern peoples, and analytic computer programs to create a detailed mapping of the ideal Southwest growing regions for the past 2,000 years. They used over 200 tree-ring chronologies, which use the annual rings of ancient tree to reconstruct climate patterns over time. Pine trees at lower elevations have their growth limited by rainfall, making good indicators of precipitation, while higher elevation tree tend to be limited by cold season, making good indicators of temperature. Both can be used to get a picture of overall climate in a region.

The most dramatic changes in the Southwest took place near the end of what is known as the Medieval Warm Period, the warmest in the Northern Hemisphere for the last 2,000 years. This period is actually a smaller change than is what is being seen currently with climate change.

The shifting patterns of rainfall and temperature let Bocinsky and Kohler isolate to a few square kilometers the areas that would receive just under a foot of rainfall a year, the minimum needed for ancestral maize varieties still farmed by contemporary Pueblo people.

The area in what is now southwest Colorado’s Mesa Verde National Park ended up being one of the best places to grow maize, with good conditions more than 90 percent of the time. The Pajarito Plateau ended up being highly suitable as well, with slopes that would shed cold air and precipitation levels suited to rain-fed agriculture.

Bocinsky noted that it was very important to note that when people moved out of southwest Colorado they move to another area that had the same niche, allowing them to preserve their traditional agriculture of maize farming. Also the research indicates how local climate can be and even micro changes can have major effects.

[quote_center]“When we are looking for ways to alleviate human suffering, we should keep in mind that people are going to be looking for places to move where they can keep doing their type of maize agriculture, keep growing the same type of wheat or rice in the same ways,” he said. “It’s when those niches really start shrinking on the landscape that we start having a major problem, because you’ve got a lot of people who are used to doing something in one way and they can no longer do it that way.”[/quote_center]

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Patellar Tendonitis (Jumpers Knee)

Germane anatomy for patellar tendonitis

Two tendons support the bottom and top of the kneecap.  The topside attaches the kneecap to the quadricep, and the bottom side tendon attaches the kneecap to the shinbone, or tibia. The condition called “jumper’s knee” effects the lower side attachment of the kneecap to the tibia.  Inflammation of the patellar tendon, called patellar tendonitis, weakens the tendon while inflamed and may lead to small tears.  Patellar tendonitis may also be associated with a patellar tracking disorder.

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jumping knee painPatellar tendonitis commonly manifests in people who participate in activities that require repetitive running or jumping. Ironically, “jumpers knee” more commonly appears in runners than jumpers.  Common symptoms of “jumper’s knee” include pain, tenderness, and swelling around the bottom side of the kneecap, aggravation of pain from impact such as walking, running or jumping, and pain while either bending or straightening the leg.  If you are experiencing these symptoms visit an orthopedic specialist to rule out more serious conditions that have overlapping symptoms.

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Treating patellar tendonitis  does not usually include corticosteroid injections around the infrapatellar tendon due to correlation of increased tendon weakness and likelihood of tendon rupture.  Many inflammation based, repetitive stress conditions, focus to the reduction of the inflammation and control of the pain.  Treatment consists of resting the knee while the knee recovers, ice packs on and off as tolerated, compression of the knee, and elevation of the knee above the heart.  These first aid concepts will help the tendon recover by reducing the swelling.  Using over the counter NSAIDs, such as Ibuprofen, will reduce the pain and swelling further for your comfort.  When the knee recovers you should focus on balancing the muscles of the leg and strengthening the knee.  Stretching for flexibility will also go towards keeping the knee healthy and free from symptoms. If your patellar tendonitis flares up regularly after your attempts to balance and strengthen the knee a trip to physical therapy may be helpful for guidance on strengthening and balancing the knee and legs.  A well supported and balanced knee helps prevent injury.

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A growing school, Armbrae has a great deal of experience in welcoming new students and parents to our community. Aided by our dedicated Armbrae Parents’ Association (APA), we are happy to assist new families as they settle into new surroundings. Culture and Community are the hallmarks of Armbrae, and we strive to ensure that our students, parents, staff, and visitors feel like they are members of a family. Fostering this sense of belonging and culture of kindness comes from hiring, training and retaining the right mix of people who are extremely talented at what they do and are committed to developing a positive school climate.

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British and American helicopters on the frontline in Afghanistan are to be fitted with new technology to pinpoint enemy gunfire that could save hundreds of troops' lives.

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Dozens of helicopters have been shot down by small arms fire in Afghanistan and Iraq but the new Hostile Fire Indicator will be a major advance in protecting the aircraft.
Using noise reduction systems and special acoustic and direction finding equipment the HFI senses muzzle flashes for machine gun fire and possibly rocket-propelled grenades (RPG) and computes the bearing the threat has come from.
A cockpit display gives the pilot the enemy's precise location allowing him either to take evasive action or to return fire.
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HAVE dozens of helicopters been shot down by gunfire in Afghan?

I know the Americans have lost a few (eg at Tora Bora, and the famous incident of the SEAL team reaction squad) but the British...?
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All this while a bullet is speeding towards you, amazing!

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Candy Depew Fabric Printing Demo @ Art Star

We are excited to announce that the inspiring Candy Depew will be joining us for our July 14th “Thirsty Thursday”!

For those of you who don’t know, Candy is an incredibly talented Philadelphia artist & master printer.  She has set up a silk screen printing school in Olde City called The Studio School of the Decorative Arts. She teaches a variety of silk screen classes there from basic beginner/refresher courses to wallpaper & fabric design/printing.  Many of her students have gone on to create fashion collections, small business start-ups, limited edition archival prints, T-shirts, textiles for interiors, and unique artist editions.

Candy will be demonstrating fabric yardage printing at Art Star from 5-8pm during  our July 14th “Thirsty Thursday”.  She will also be debuting her new line of  silkscreen textiles known as “Fat Quarters”.  Stop in for a complimentary frosty beverage (non-alcoholic this week b/c Girls Rock Philly will be visiting), get a glimpse of the art of fabric printing & snag a Candy Depew Fat Quarter for a weekend DIY project!  This event is free & no registration is required.  Just bring your beautiful selves & some friends for a fun night at Art Star!

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Bawse Up Like Russ Westbrook - The $tyleJacker Shows You How

The $tyleJacker is the Robin Hood of the style world. He steals ideas from the fashion elite and brings them to you every week. He’s no stylist, but he loves to flex. He robs unsuspecting celebrities of their best looks and makes sure you can recreate their outfits without spending a fortune or looking ridiculous. This lo-life talks in slang, but don’t mistake his casual tone for a lack of knowledge — you'll quickly discover he is on top of trends and fashion industry news. Send the $tyleJacker your requests at [email protected] or ask a question on Instagram with the #stylejacker hashtag.

The #fashionking of the locker room, Russell Westbrook, racks up over 58K likes on an Instagram photo of his backstage Saint Laurent Paris look.

Allow me to begin with a quote from Instagram commenter @nhb_baller8: “HEY RUSS IF YOU DONT WIN MVP (EVEN THOUGH YOU SHOULD) YOU KNOW YOUR THE REAL MVP." Now I don’t know about all that, but Westbrook at least deserves the title of MSP — Most Swagged-Out Player.

Westbrook is really out there hashtagging himself as #fashionking. Man looks good 99 percent of the time, I'll admit, but it takes huevos to straight up call yourself the fashion king. And if it was any other herb claiming that title, I might take issue. But the boy Westbrook really does have it locked down. Now, the painted-on Saint Laurent skinny-ass look won’t last much longer. Its days are definitely numbered, with oversize silhouettes in every runway show this year. But if you tryna get the best look like Westbrook, now is the time to do it. Roll with me, and I’ll show you how to dress with the best without going bankrupt (like Westbrook is most likely to do within the next decade).

RELATED: This Badass Saint Laurent-Inspired Look Is Your Answer To All Future First Dates

Let’s get it:

1. The Leather Jacket

This is the showstopper. Biker jackets are v. v. v. on-trend right now, but it’s not just a “now” piece — the cuts have changed a bit, but dudes been wearing bikers since the ‘60s and there is no sign of this trend stopping anytime soon. So this right here might be your investment piece.

A good leather jacket is worth dropping racks on. But you can find something that gets the job done for a few bills. As with anything, fit is king, so get measured properly by a real-life tailor (yes, they still exist) to make sure your LJ (that’s leather jacket, for the uninformed) fits like it’s ‘post to do.Traditional biker jackets are cropped mad short – like, a few inches above your belt — so avoid borrowing the one from your dad’s rebellious phase. We want something with a longer, modern cut, and it’s GOTTA BE REAL LEATHER. If I catch you herbs in pleather, we gonna have problems.

P.S. I have low-key copped every LJ I’ve ever owned second-hand — check local buy/sell groups on Facebook for steals. You can probably find some designer for under half a rack.

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2. Tight-Ass Grey Trousers

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Tight pants are no longer the wave. You know when jocks start wearing something it’s basically over. And my man Westbrook is poured into them jeans. If he wore this ‘fit 15 years ago, we would have mocked this man with reckless abandon. Two years from now, we’ll do the same. Right now is pretty much your last chance to wear tight jeans before they get completely blown out. Trust; walk into your local mall and check any garbaggio discount store, and you’ll see racks on racks of tight jeans for $14.99, and a line-up of fuccbois at the cash checking them out. I’m serious — find me a single pair of tight jeans in any FW16 runway show. You can’t do it.

Honestly, it looks good cuz your boy has an NBA body, but on most of y’all these jeans would be way, way too tight. If you over 6’2” and under 170 pounds, this will work for you. If not, go for a slim — but not ball-crushingly skinny — pair.

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3. Kicks

Air Jordan/Saint Laurent

Your boy is sporting Saint Laurent Paris high-tops. Don’t tell anyone I told you this, but they are pretty much the exact same shoes as Jordan 1s for three times the price. You heard it here first. And with the improved manufacturing of recent Jordan 1 Retros, the quality difference is negligible. Yes, the SLPs are made in Italy, but they’re made in Italy by a bored factory worker just like the one in Taiwan.

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That said, good luck finding a pair of Jordan 1s in this colorway for the retail price. (If you do, HMU ASAP and I will cop them from you immediately.) I’m gonna break you off an affordable alternative that non-sneaker-obsessed dudes will never tell apart from an OG “Bred” 1.

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4. A White Shirt

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This one’s easy, fam. All you need is a regular-ass white shirt that fits you really, really well. You have literally one million options. Just make sure to take it to the aforementioned tailor if it doesn’t fit perfectly off the rack — a $12 investment in alterations makes a $40 shirt look like a $400 shirt. Just make sure the shoulders fit well off the rack and you good.

Remember when I said fit is king?

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And there you have it. The Brokeboy’s Guide to Balling Like Westbrook on a Rodman Budget. If you broke like an NBA player five years after the end of his career, do yourself a favor and save the rims-and-Versace money to pay your damn mortgage.

Now you too can hashtag #fashionking. Or, at least, #fashionprince.

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Occasionally though you will experience some problems with your French doors. The good news is that we’ve gathered together the most commonly occurring issues along with often simple solutions.

Why Won’t My External French Doors Close Properly?

External French doors not closing properly will generally be down to misalignment of the doors which happens over time. If your French doors are new then it could be that poor installation is causing the issue. With older doors it may be wear and tear on the hinges due to the doors being in constant use and being heavy.

Are the Doors New?

If the French doors are new and have been installed by a company or tradesperson, your first action should be to contact the installer. Don’t be too harsh on them initially however, as sometimes for all kinds of reasons doors may need some adjustment after settling. If you have put the doors in yourself, have a look at our guide on how to fit French doors.

Locate the Issue with the Doors

To get to the bottom of why your external French doors aren’t closing you, start by opening and closing each door individually to look for where the door may be catching. Also open and close the French doors together. Once you find out where exactly the problem is you will be able to address it.

Check the Door Hinges

The reason your external French door won’t close could be the door hinges. An easy fix will be to tighten the hinges. If the screws won’t tighten, you may want to replace them with larger screws or use some form of packing or wall plug when tightening the screw.

Consider Planing Wooden Door Frames

If that doesn’t work and the French doors have wooden frames, you may need to remove the doors and plane the edges.If you are comfortable with this kind of job then you will need a couple of sawhorses to set the doors down on. Hand plane off small amounts, regularly rehanging the doors to see when you have planed enough wood from them. Once the doors are closing properly you will need to sand the edge of the doors for a smooth finish. Apply primer or a varnish to protect the door against the elements.

Why Won’t My External French Doors Lock?

External French doors not locking could be down to the locking mechanism or the handles of the doors. Most likely it will be something obstructing the frame or an alignment problem. So, first of all, check if it is an alignment issue with the doors that is preventing the lock from operating correctly. Then check there is no debris or household items caught in the frame. It might be something as simple as the doormat getting trapped! Modern French doors are secure, by manufacture and design and checking for these issues will keep them so.

Check the Multipoint Locking System

If the French door has a multipoint locking system you will want to check each bolt to make sure there are no blockages, clearing them if there are.

Use Silicone Spray to Lubricate the Lock

If your key won’t fit into the lock or open it, you can use a silicone spray to lubricate or remove any dirt in the lock. Silicone spray will come with a very small pipe which will allow you to direct the silicone into the lock.

Check if the Key is Bent or Worn

If the key is bent or worn, you will need to get a new key cut. If you are unlucky then the lock mechanism may very well have failed and you will need to obtain a replacement.

Why Do My External French Doors Leak?

External French doors that are made to modern manufacturing standards and installed correctly should not leak. Older French doors may leak for a number of reasons.

Check the Weatherstrip

If your French door is leaking along the jambs or in between the doors it could be that the weatherstrip has deteriorated over time and needs replacing. And if your door does not have weatherstripping this is something that you should consider.

Clear the uPVC Door Frame Drainage Holes

A uPVC French door will have drainage wells along the bottom of the frame. If the drainage wells are blocked, this can lead to water seeping into your home. Make sure they are clear and free of blockages.

Fill Any Cracks in the Doors

Check your French door for cracks in the area around the glass. If there are cracks fill them with caulking, or if wooden doors, wood filler, as the cracks could be letting in both moisture and drafts.

Why Is My External French Door Latch Stuck?

An external French door that won’t latch could be caused by:

  • Obstructions around the door frame – Check for any dirt or objects that may have become trapped between the door and the frame.
  • Poor alignment – Alignment is a common problem with French doors and often caused by hinges that need adjusting. Try tightening the screws or replacing them.
  • A seized latch – Lubricating the latch with silicone spray should help the latch operate smoothly, but if the latch is worn, it will need replacing in the long term.
  • Incorrect installation – If the door or the latch has not been installed properly problems will occur. Check the latch screws and location of the latch.
  • A warped door – If your external French door is made out of wood, hot weather may have caused the wood to warp. The good news is a slightly bowed door can be removed ,sanded & sealed, and then a heavy weight placed on the affected area overnight to straighten the door.
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Driving in London is a frenetic task, especially in rush hour, and having a puncture is no fun. Keep yourself and your passengers’ safe by keeping the following in mind:

Picking the right tyres for the job
Choosing good tyres is one thing: choosing the right tyres for your driving conditions is another. London, largely, has good roads, but if your job or a holiday is going to take you onto rough or untreated roads, then you might need to invest in tyres designed for rough terrain. This will not only ensure that they tyres last better, it will keep everyone in the car safe as sturdy tyres will grip poor road surfaces better.

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If you are only an occasional driver, and take good care of your tyres, it can be tempting to keep old tyres on your vehicle for a bit longer. While tyres that are well-maintained certainly can last a little longer than those that have been abused, the recommendations for replacement are there for a reason – your safety! Change your tyres according to manufacture recommendations and enjoy greater peace of mind in your travelling!

Running in your tyres
For approximately the first one or two hundred miles travelled, your tyres should be considered new. New tyres are still settling in to the job and any (very rare) manufacturing faults will present themselves at this time, but they are also unwieldy, rigid and tend to be a little bit shiny from the manufacturing process. Therefore, while you are running your tyres in: take it slow and careful, avoid sudden acceleration and deceleration and stay on good quality roads as much as possible. Once the tyres are run in, you will enjoy a more secure and stable driving experience.

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Make sure you buy the right size tyres from your supplier. The tyre size is etched onto the side of the tyres, or it will be in the owner's manual. If it is not there, you can always check online to see which tyre size is right for you.

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Interested on how your site looks on a different browser and OS? If you were to do it the old way you need multiple browsers in your PC (say Opera, Firebox, IE and Safari) and check them out manually. If you wanted to test your site on both IE6 AND IE7 then you need a separate installation for both (check below on how to do it). If you want to test your work on multiple OS’s though, you either need multiple machines or a bit of knowhow on running multiple OS’s on the same machine.

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Public Health and Human Services 1115 Waiver Transformation Projects

Using federal dollars, the City of Austin is improving the health outcomes of our community.  Through the 1115 funding source, projects enhance access to health care, increase quality of care, or increase the cost-effectiveness of care and the health of the patient and families served.

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Permanent Supportive Housing

Two of the City’s projects provide intensive support services for the chronically homeless. This population is one of the costliest to taxpayers as they are often uninsured yet use the most expensive emergency services.  Providing these services will help them maintain housing stability and improve their quality of life, which will not only benefit them but the community at large.  Learn more about the homeless in Austin.

Expansion of the Community Diabetes Project

This project provides free diabetes self-management education classes for individuals living with diabetes.  The series of six classes is offered in Spanish or English by community health workers in community settings.

Tobacco Prevention and Cessation Program targeting 18-24 year olds

This tobacco prevention and cessation intervention project aims to reduce tobacco use among the 18-24 year old population.  Research indicates that tobacco cessation before the age of 30 avoids almost all the long-term effects of smoking.  Patients receive free and confidential counseling services, support and information from trained professionals.  The project has produced four public service announcements:Justin - SmokefreeTXT; Reena - SmokefreeTXT; Justin - This is . . .; and Reena - Storytelling

This project seeks to increase the provision of vaccines to decrease morbidity and mortality to uninsured or Medicaid/Medicare eligible high risk populations.  This project specifically targets clients seeking STD & HIV services, day laborers, homeless individuals, substance abusers, and other high risk individuals.   This video provides greater insight into this project. Learn more about our immunizations program.

Maternal Infant Outreach Program

This program provides support for African American women before and during their pregnancies, and throughout the first year of life of their child.  Community health workers help women access health and human services, provide health education and birth education and provide labor and delivery support.

Healthy Families Expansion

This program provides long-term home visiting services to support the needs of first-time African American parents.  Services begin during the woman's pregnancy and continue until the child turns three years old. Learn more about Smart Moms Austin.

Peer to Peer Health Education to Prevent Teen Pregnancy

The goal of this intervention for all youth who participate—as either community educators or program participants—is to increase their knowledge, skills, and attitudes about health and personal choices while becoming empowered to disseminate this information to their peers. Learn more about the Austin Healthy Adolescent program..

Increasing the Healthcare Workforce

Through this project, the City of Austin is looking to increase the number of registered nurses who commit to serve in medically underserved areas.  This project builds on HHSD workforce development investments that are helping individuals become self-sufficient.

Infectious Disease Management through Electronic Health Records

This project is implementing new clinical protocols and integrating them into electronic medical records to increase efficiencies and decrease duplication of infectious disease management services.

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Paul’s Trip – Day 5 Sighting

Here’s what Paul found in Tucson, AZ. I’m sure this was taken as a drive by with the windows rolled up and the A/C cranked on as high as it would go. It’s DANG HOT in Tucson right now. I still loved living there though.

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For a fella who likes fast cars and going fast, there are few things more exciting than a jaunt on Germany’s Autobahn. My “first time” was about 17 years ago and was both a nerve racking and exhilarating experience. I had always liked going fast (“fast but safe” as I liked to call it), but […]


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Revised GL-Class gets a new name, and new interior and exterior upgrades ahead of going on sale in the UK early next year
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The new Mercedes-Benz GLS - the facelifted version of the GL-Class SUV - has been revealed ahead of going on sale next March.

With the GLS, Mercedes has completed the renaming of its SUV line-up. The GLS name aims to provide the car with some of the upmarket cachet already associated with the S-Class saloon.

Along with the new name, the GLS receives a series of subtle exterior styling upgrades, a more luxurious interior with additional connectivity options, more efficient engines, a new nine-speed automatic gearbox and upgrades to its air suspension.

Most prominent among the exterior styling changes is the new grille treatment. It features an oversized three-pointed star and twin-blade adornment, giving the GL's successor a bolder appearance. There’s also a new front bumper, new headlight graphics, subtly altered tail-lights, a revised rear bumper and newly styled wheels.

The mild stylistic revisions continue to the interior where the GLS adopts an upgraded dashboard featuring a free-standing infotainment monitor in combination with a touchpad controller between the front seats, altered instrument graphics and a new three-spoke, multi-function steering wheel. The GLS comes with seven seats as standard.

The car's upgrades are part of efforts to provide the big SUV with greater levels of luxury in a bid to see it more closely challenge the likes of the Range Rover and upcoming Bentley Bentayga.

The standard engine line-up includes both carry-over and upgraded petrol and diesel units. Each provides improved fuel economy and reduced CO2 emissions due to the adoption of a new nine-speed automatic gearbox in place of the older seven-speed unit used by the outgoing GL.

On the petrol side (but not available in the UK) is a twin-turbocharged 3.0-litre V6 developing 328bhp in the GLS400 4Matic, and a twin-turbocharged 4.7-litre V8 in the GLS500 4Matic that produces 449bhp (an increase of 20bhp over its predecessor). The 3.0-litre V6's official claimed combined economy figure is 31.7mpg and CO2 emissions are 306g/km – an improvement of 2.3mpg and 19g/km on the old GL400 4Matic.

As before, there is a single diesel in the form of a turbocharged 3.0-litre V6. It continues to produce 187bhp in the GLS350d 4Matic, although there won't be any official economy and emissions claims until closer to its launch in the UK in early 2016.

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The top engine is an AMG-produced, twin-turbocharged 5.5-litre V8 in the GLS63 4Matic. It delivers 577bhp - 27bhp more than its predecessor - and 560lb ft, as it did before. Unlike the standard engines, it continues to be mated to an updated version of AMG’s seven-speed, Speedshift automatic gearbox.

A petrol-electric plug-in hybrid model is also a possibility but hasn't been confirmed for production.

Buyers can specify the GLS with an upgraded Dynamic Select system that offers up to six driving programs including Comfort, Slippery, Sport, Individual, Off-road and, in models equipped with the off-road package, Off-road Plus. This last mode activates the low-range gearing and centre differential, as well raising the ride height to provide 306mm of ground clearance, along with a fording depth of 600mm.

Further changes are centred on the GLS’s standard Airmatic air suspension. It receives updated three-chamber dampers that are claimed to provide improved self-levelling properties for a more comfortable ride.

As with the older GL, buyers can also specify a so-called Active Curve System. This uses hydraulically operated anti-roll bars to reduce body roll during cornering and improve straight-line stability.

Pricing for the new GLS starts at £69,100 for the 350d AMG rising to £78,095 for the 350d designo Line edition. The range-topping GLS 63 AMG costs £102,330.

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Dark Isle 16 November 2015

Oh Dear

I'm sure the GL/GLS is getting uglier with every facelift. At least it's not alone in the Mercedes-Benz line-up in that regard.
Cheltenhamshire 4 November 2015

Reported elsewhere on the

Reported elsewhere on the interest that it has 255bhp in 350 diesel form, not 189. The weight of this thing would give it as pathetic a power to weight ratio as the 1996 Discovery 2.5 with a pitiful 111bhp that struggled to do more than 40mph I drove once.
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@ cheltenhamshire

....yes, I spotted that inaccuracy too!
In a vehicle of this size and weight, it wouldn't be exactly dynamic.
Come on Autocar, this was such an obvious error.... the old 270 CDI 5 cylinder had virtually this sort of power in the first gen ML.
289 4 November 2015

I would love one...if would fit in my drive.
Sadly it wont, it is too long!
I have to say I really hate this craze of BMW and Mercedes-Benz in reducing engine size but keeping existing numbering system.
A GLS 500 is no longer a '500' if it has a 4.7 litre engine....a GLS 6.3 AMG just isn't when it has a 5.5 litre engine turbocharged or not et. etc.
Bordering on mis-representation I would say.
At least Audi model numbers do what they say on the tin.
Lanehogger 4 November 2015

I do get why BMW and Mercedes

I do get why BMW and Mercedes have their current engine badging system as the current numbers are more or less what the equivalent standard tune larger capacity N/A engines would be. I'm sure they could label their cars to reflect the exact engine capacity, with a "T" added to identify their induction, but seemingly they prefer to rely on an equivalent N/A engine naming convention. Take a 340i for example, no reason why it couldn't be labelled something like 330ti, or a 328i being a 320ti or in Merc's case a S500 could easily be a S470 turbo. perhaps more cache with a bigger engine designation.

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The new Charleston Weddings Magazine hit newsstands this week and for the second edition in a row, AV Connections has a great wedding featured for our Charleston wedding lighting work. See the eight page spread on Throwback Style for gorgeous Sarah’s wedding at Legare-Waring House in Charleston. We were teamed up with a handful of great vendor partners to make the wedding amazing: Southern Protocol on event planning and design, Charleston Stems on florals, Paige Winn Photo for the images.

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Indian Air Force gets a new generation of pilots
  • Combined Graduation Parade held at Air Force Academy

Secunderabad. 19 December 2020. Newly commissioned officers marching-out in two columns in slow march to the traditional notes of ‘Auld Lang Syne’ , the poignant farewell tune played by Armed Forces of the world when bidding adieu to colleagues and comrades, acknowledging the first salute given to them by their immediate juniors. The newly commissioned officers then passed through the portals from where the best pilots and ground duty officers of the world begin their journey to take-on future challenges.

A Combined Graduation Parade (CGP) was held at the Air Force Academy, Dundigal, on 19 December 2020, which marked the successful culmination of Training for 114 Flight Cadets of Flying and Ground Duty Branches in the Indian Air Force. Defence Minister of India Rajnath Singh was the Chief Guest and Reviewing Officer of the Passing out Parade, where he conferred the ‘President’s Commission’ on the graduating Flight Cadets who successfully completed their professional training. The graduating Officers also included 21 women who joined the growing number of women officers in the IAF. On this occasion six officers from the Indian Navy, five officers from the Indian Coast Guard and three officers from Friendly Foreign Countries (Vietnam-02 and Nigeria-01) were also awarded Wings on successful completion of flying training.

The Reviewing Officer was received by Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria PVSM, AVSM, VM, ADC, Chief of the Air Staff. He was presented with a Ceremonial Salute by the Parade followed by an impressive March Past. The highlight of the Parade was the ‘Pipping Ceremony’ in which the graduating Flight Cadets were awarded their ‘Stripes’ (Air Force Rank) by the Chief Guest. The conduct of the event adhered to COVID protocols.

The newly commissioned Officers were then administered the ‘Oath’ by the Commandant of the Academy in the presence of the Reviewing Officer and other dignitaries. A synchronised Fly Past during the Ceremonial Salute and ‘Antim Pag’ (Last Step) added colour and cheer to the ceremonial setting, wishing them a successful career, in true IAF style.

After the ‘Pipping Ceremony’ the Reviewing Officer presented awards to the Flying Officers who excelled in various disciplines of Training. Flying Officer Ashish Khattri from the Flying branch was awarded President’s Plaque and the Chief of the Air Staff Sword of Honour for standing first in overall order of merit in the Pilots’ Course, while Flying Officer Yash Kshirsagar was awarded President’s Plaque for being first in overall order of merit in Ground Duty branches.

Addressing the Parade, the Reviewing Officer complimented the newly commissioned ‘Flying Officers’ for their immaculate turn out, precise drill movements and high standards of Parade. Congratulating the passing-out Cadets, the Reviewing Officer said that “You are going to be part of an organisation which has had a glorious history. The Indian Air Force has always displayed indomitable spirit and valour to protect the Sovereignty and Integrity of the Nation”. He added that “Modern Warfare is undergoing constant changes and we need to keep ourselves abreast to confront any challenges”.


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Carbon Steel Plates / Carbon Steel Sheets

Carbon steel plates are made from an alloy comprised of iron and carbon. Carbon Steel Plate is one of the most commonly used steels in the United States. Alloy steels can contain a variety of elements including chromium, nickel, and vanadium. According to The American Iron and Steel Institute, Steel can be defined as a carbon steel when no minimum content is specified or required for chromium, cobalt, columbium, molybdenum, nickel, titanium, tungsten, vanadium, zirconium, or any other element that would be used to achieve an alloying effect. We are experts at supplying carbon steel plate and are a leading carbon steel plate vendor, as well as leading suppliers of carbon steel sheet.

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For individual elements there is a minimum percentage that must not be exceeded:

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Carbon steel plates contain up to 2% of their total alloying elements and can be divided into either low carbon steels, medium carbon steels, high carbon steels, and ultrahigh carbon steels.

Low Carbon Steels

Low carbon steels contain up to 0.30 percent carbon. The largest category for low carbon steel includes carbon steel sheets, which are flat-rolled products. These are typically used in automobile body parts, tin plates, and wire products.

Medium Carbon Steels

Medium carbon steels have carbon ranges from 0.30 to 0.60 percent. Steel plates are used primarily in gears, axles, shafts, and forging. Medium carbon steels that are 0.40 percent to 0.60 percent carbon are used as a material for railways.

High Carbon Steels

High carbon steels contain 0.60 to 1.00 percent carbon. The usage of carbon steel sheets can be for strong wiring, spring material, and cutting.

Ultrahigh Carbon Steels

Ultrahigh carbon steels are experimental alloys that contain 1.25 to 2.0 percent carbon. Carbon steel sheets are commonly seen being used in knives.

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As a carbon steel plate distributor, our inventory is certified to Military and AMS specifications and available in most sizes for immediate shipment. We offer free delivery to airports in Los Angeles and the New York City area. We will also deliver directly to your freight forwarder with full documentation for shipments overseas. If you would like to receive a quote or learn more information about our Carbon Steel Plates or Carbon Steel Sheets you can call us at (800) 408-2329 or contact us online.

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Agnes Water Baptist Church is proud to have a regular Kid’s Church program. We meet each Sunday during the regular service time, where we seek to spend time with each child and see them grow in their knowledge and love of the Lord Jesus Christ. Each term we explore a different theme, topic, or section of the Bible as a group. This time focuses on developing prayer life, worship, learning memory verses,  cultivating knowledge of the Bible, its stories and the many lessons found throughout. We do this through a range of fun games, challenges, crafts, experiments and videos. In Kids Church we endeavour to make the time memorable, enjoyable, a time to connect with friends and filled with applicable lessons and practices.
In the lead up to Easter, our Kids are currently exploring the life and death of Jesus and what that means for us.
Kids Church normally runs during the sermon time, however due to COVID 19 restrictions, our Kids Church program is currently being run for the entirety of the Church Service.
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Baby Easter Bonnet Ideas

For your baby’s first Easter, wouldn’t it be adorable to dress baby in classic Easter fashion?

Read on for baby Easter bonnet ideas, and a brief history of the famous Easter bonnet, that will be perfect for any baby girl or boy on their first Easter.

The Easter bonnet originated around the time Easter parades and celebrations became mainstream in the United States. This was in the late 19th century after the Civil War ended and the country felt at peace again.

Fashion evolved from the dark, mourning colors of the war to brighter, pastel colors for a time of happiness. The bonnet-style hat was worn by women to block the sun, keep their hair neat, and keep out dirt and dust. It was also a demure style of the times.

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A bonnet is a type of hat that ties underneath your baby’s chin, framing their cute, chubby face. The classic Easter bonnet will be white or light pink, but there will also be some in pastel Easter colors such as yellow, blue, and green. It will also most likely have lace, bows, ribbons, and anything else you can imagine that will make your baby look like an Easter angel. This type of bonnet is great for little baby boys as well but will probably work best on newborns and younger babies. Just make sure to be mindful of the string around their face.

If the classic bonnet is a little too traditional or old-fashioned for your tastes, you have other options that are just as adorable. Bonnet-style hats come with an assortment of decorations like flowers, ribbons, and bows. You can find them in light colors such as pink, yellow, and white almost everywhere.

For those creative mamas, there are many online tutorials to teach you how to either crochet your own bonnet or a bonnet-style hat to your liking. This can be a fun and rewarding project for you on this monumental Easter.

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If you decide an Easter bonnet is perfect for your baby (and that first Easter picture!), hopefully, these baby Easter bonnet ideas will get you started. Your baby can rock their classic wrap around bonnet or bonnet-inspired hat all day long at church, during the Easter egg hunt, and for a wonderful Easter meal. Well, as long as they leave it on.

Regardless, it will be a hit and all eyes will be on your baby’s bonnet. Wishing you all a fun and safe Easter!

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Located 3 hours south of Perth in the beautiful Margaret River Region, we are nestled on the white sands of Bunker Bay beach, just 10 minutes away from Dunsborough. Our 5-star resort boasts 150 luxuriously appointed bungalow style villas, an award-winning restaurant, conferencing facilities and a day spa.

We are looking for a Guest Service Agent to join our Front Office team on a casual basis. Reporting to the Assistant Manager, you will Infuse our values; Guest Passion, Sustainable Performance, Trust, Spirit of Conquest, Innovation and Respect into everything you do. You will have a passion for the Hospitality Industry and be committed to delivering high levels of customer service.

The role:

- Provide exceptional customer service from the heart by responding to requests promptly, efficiently and courteously during check-in/check-out and throughout their stay
- Participate in training and development programs to enhance skills and capabilities
- Promote and up-sell hotel facilities through strong product knowledge
- Maintain a high level of professionalism and ensure procedures are followed in relation to guest confidentiality and the issuing of room keys
- Maintain procedures in relation to credit and cash transactions and accounting documentation
- Attend to guest requests efficiently and effectively, constantly striving to provide Total Guest Satisfaction

- Previous Guest Service Agent experience in a hospitality environment (preferable)
- Excellent communication skills and a strong attention to detail
- An understanding of the region, our competitors and suppliers is desirable.
- A passion for customer service along with a strong desire to achieve goals and targets.
- Flexibility with regards to shifts, ability to work rotating rosters including mornings, nights & weekend shifts.

We provide a competitive hourly rate with penalty rates when applicable. You will also be entitled to generous staff benefits including; discounted staff meals, access to Accor hotel accommodation discounts, health insurance benefits and much more.

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Buy Commercial Air Blowers for Indoor and Outdoor Bounce Houses

Deciding on which air blowers to buy for your kids’ bounce house can be very challenging. It’s one of the troubles parents go through as far as buying inflatables is concerned. You’ll find yourself running multiple internet searches, asking friends, or checking in at local inflatables stores to find inflatable bounce house blowers for sale that works with your bouncer.

Most inflatables retailers will give you options and recommendations without any proof of why the suggested blowers for bounce houses are the best. Plus, the market is flooded with so many air pump blowers, making it more confusing for you.

We don’t want to make it more stressful than it already is. We’ve done our research, and since we’ve dealt with inflatables for so many years, we know what’s best.

Thing To Know Before Buying A Bounce House Blower

The Backyard Play Store always includes durable blowers with each bounce house purchased. What happens when the blowers finally reach the end of life or break down, and you need to replace them? What about if your bounce house came from a different retailer and didn’t have a blower?

There are so many questions to ask regarding finding the right size of blower for your bounce houses. Whether using residential bounce houses or a commercial bounce house, we’ll break it down for you so you can find the most suitable blower.

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What’s a Bounce House Blower?

Blowers for bounce houses are massive fans that suck air pressure and inflate it into a bounce house. They often come in a plug-and-play mode, plug them into a power outlet, and connect it to the inflatable air tube.

Bounce house blowers usually come with many technicalities that those in commercial party rentals practice need to understand. But for a residential consumer, the most important aspects of an air blower that you should worry about are cubic feet per minute (CFM) and horsepower.

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Horsepower Of The Inflatable Blowers

Horsepower can be referred to as the overall power that a blower generates while in operation. It’s the amount of power needed by a horse to do 33,000 foot-pounds work in a minute. It is the same idea as a car’s engine horsepower, only that it’s lower.

Any standard inflatable blower has about one to three horsepower. When the value is higher, it means the blower fans possess substantial rotational power, which translates into higher speed and more air pressure output.

A horsepower of two may seem negligible, but it’s not. It’s more than what is needed to keep your bounce houses inflated. What about the big commercial inflatables? One example of such a large bouncer is a 14' Crayon Jump House. Do they need more horsepower? Surprisingly they don’t! A 2 HP is enough for even the gigantic commercial bounce houses. When the horsepower is higher, the blower fan will produce more noise and can ruin the fun for the bounce house users.

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CFM Of The Air Blower

Often abbreviated as CFM, cubic feet per minute is the rate of the amount of air blown out every minute by a blower for bounce houses. 1 CFM means one cubic foot of blown-out air in a minute. When a bounce house blower has a higher CFM, it means it will take a shorter time to inflate your bounce house fully, and it will be more rigid when in use.

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Is it possible to overinflate Jump houses?

Many people often assume that inflatables are some type of balloons that can burst if inflated too much. Balloons often have some air and can be blown beyond their threshold and burst since they don’t provide air escape.

The bounce houses are, however, different. Air progressively escapes from a bounce house and therefore needs to be blown continuously to keep it inflated. The air blower for bounce houses must be kept running for the entire time the inflatables are in use.

Since air is escaping continuously from a bounce house, it’s impossible to overinflate it. As such, using blowers with larger capacities isn’t going to damage your inflatable.

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Blowers for Bounce Houses - The Bigger, the Better?

A blower with more horsepower and larger CFM will not hurt your bouncing castles or other inflatables. It will simply inflate them much faster and keep them firmer when in use. However, for most inflatables, a larger blower is nothing but plain wastage.

There will be lots of inflatable bounce house blowers for sale in the market. You may think that buying a large blower will be a good idea. But it will consume more electricity and make the outdoor space uncomfortable with too much noise. Only choose these commercial grade blowers if you intend to use them for your party rental business. If you need a large blower for residential water inflatables, ensure your inflatables are also big.

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What’s The Best Size Of Air Pump Blower?

There are hardly any ground rules for choosing blower sizes. Generally, the larger your inflatable, the larger the CFM, and the more horsepower you need.

Bounce houses of 12’ by 12’ should work fine with a blower with 900 CFM and 1 HP. On the other hand, a gigantic commercial bounce house of size 22’ by 22’ needs at least 1,000 CFM and 2 HP to operate smoothly. Larger inflatable obstacle courses and commercial inflatable water slides, 1.5 to 2 HP is enough.

Two important things to always remember; you can never inflate your bounce house, and the more powerful a blower is, the better. The older your bounce house gets, the more air it will need to keep it inflated. Older bouncers tend to have more air leakages since the stitches become weaker with time. For this reason, it’s advisable to get a large size of air blower for bouncers.

A less powerful blower will also do the work, only slower, and the bounce house will not be as rigid as it needs to be for it to be more enjoyable. So, you can shop around for powerful air blowers for jump houses to serve you and your kids for years to come. Make sure to match the size of a blower with the size of a bounce house.

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WaPo’s Journalistic Jihad Against VMI Continues…

Ian Shapira

by James A. Bacon

President-elect Biden may be calling for national unity after a contentious presidential election, but the Washington Post hasn’t gotten the message. Post reporter Ian Shapira continues his campaign against the Virginia Military Institute, which he has charged is guilty of “relentless racism,” by slanting coverage of the pending state investigation of the military school.

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In a story co-authered with Laura Vozzella, he wrote:

RICHMOND — Virginia Senate Minority Leader Thomas K. Norment Jr. used inflammatory language Monday as he denounced the resignation of Virginia Military Institute’s superintendent, warning lawmakers: “You cannot let the media lynch VMI.”

Apparently, in the eyes of our media overlords, it is now problematical for white people to use the term “lynching.” The statement, writes Shapira, was jarring to some lawmakers because a white student in 2018 threatened to “lynch” a Black freshman. (VMI suspended the offending student, but no need to mar a spicy narrative with messy details.)

Who was “jarred” by the statement? Evidently, Shapira was. He asked Del. Jennifer D. Carroll Foy, D-Prince William, a black VMI graduate, for a response to a loaded question. “I’m proud to be from VMI,” she responded, “and like my fellow alums, I want the best for the institution and all of its cadets. But now is not the time for inflammatory rhetoric.”

Foy hadn’t issue a formal statement. Shapira fished for the response he wanted, and Foy more or less gave it to him. Yet her statement was remarkable anodyne. She didn’t repeat Shapira’s charge that VMI is racist. And while she said now is not the time for inflammatory rhetoric — is there ever a time for inflammatory rhetoric? — she did not criticize Norment by name.

Shapira could benefit from some history lessons. In today’s article he employed a rhetorical tic that he has used repeatedly in the past. He described Stonewall Jackson, to whom a statue has been erected at VMI, as “a former VMI instructor and enslaver of six Black people.” No, Jackson was a slave owner, but he did not “enslave” anyone, the definition of which is to deprive a formerly free individual of their freedom.

As a point of historical fact, Norment’s use of the word “lynch” was entirely reasonable. The term originated as a description of summary justice — execution without trial — of white people by other white people during the Revolutionary War. Mob justice was not uncommon in the 19th century, and until the Jim Crow era, the victims were most commonly white. The term is properly applied to cases “where supposed offenders were executed through mob violence without a proper trial and outside legal jurisdiction,” to use the description supplied by Aaron O’Neill, who compiled the following chart published in Statista.

Here’s how Norment used the term (in Shapira’s words):

Norment, who is White, said he was recalling the “feeding frenzy” in 2019 into allegations of sexual assault against Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax (D), an African American who compared the storm surrounding him to a lynching. Norment said the rush to judge Fairfax “was done without any investigation, any corroboration or any hearing whatsoever. And it just didn’t seem right to me.”

Then Norment said: “Taking comments you made in 2019, you cannot let the media lynch VMI.”

“Lynch” sounds like a reasonable metaphor for how the Washington Post has approached the VMI controversy.

The Roanoke Times wrote the first story about the dissatisfaction expressed by some African American cadets and alumni with the state of race relations at VMI. The Post followed with its own article, which, given the Post’s power in the Virginia media marketplace, created a furor that the Times article did not. Shapira, who is white, quoted a half dozen or more incidents at the Institute and portrayed them as illustrative of “relentless racism,” gave short shrift to actions VMI has undertaken to make the academy more welcoming to blacks, and quoted no black cadets or alumni — such as the three black members of the VMI Board of Trustees — who might have disagreed with his interpretation. Shapira, who is white, found what he wanted to find. As his consistent slanting of stories since the original expose has made abundantly clear, he is on a crusade.

In the process, Shapira, who is white, has taken upon himself the role of deciding who can use the term “lynching” and how. His “reporting” illustrates the extraordinary arrogance of the media elites, who are mostly white, who mimic the equally insufferable arrogance of academic elites, also mostly white, who presume to dictate the use of language on college campuses. His “reporting” also betrays his total lack of interest in even-handed coverage.

Thus, we have yet to read anywhere in the Washington Post of a fact mentioned by Michael Martz, one of the few old-school journalists left at the Richmond Times-Dispatch who still believes in telling all sides of a story. Wrote Martz:

The minority leader used language of Black Lives Matter protests to illustrate VMI’s history of supporting accomplished Black students, such as Michael Lokale, a Rhodes scholar whom alumni helped send to medical school, and Annika Tice, a Fulbright scholar who graduated in the spring. “Say her name!” Norment said.

Wait, what? White racist, Confederate-venerating alumni raised money to support black students pursue their studies beyond VMI? That doesn’t fit Shapira’s narrative, and you will never read about such a thing in the Washington Post — unless Shapira is shamed into reporting it.


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I am thinking that having the actual tickets for each game may make a good collectors item. Those of you who have done this, yes or no? Is there something else that would be better as far as memorabilia from each park? I am not a big collectors guy, so simple and inexpensive is best.
If it is the actual ticket stubs, a friend told me to buy the tickets through MLB and have them mailed. It takes about a week to receive them in the mail. Since this is the first official trip, I want to start out with the right system.

I appreciate any feedback you can give. Thank you!

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Hello Tom, I also keep all of the ticket stubs for all of the games I go to. The issue with getting them mailed to you, is that they sometimes show up on the boring Ticketmaster stock, which aren't very nice to look at. I have found the best way to get nice stubs is by buying your tickets and picking them up at will call, which usually costs a dollar or two more. You won't get a stub as nice as the season ticket holders, but the stub should at the very least have the home teams logo on it. If you don't care how the stubs look, then just getting them mailed will be fine. I also collect the little 18" wooden bats for all of the teams I have seen play at home. Like you said, they are a nice inexpensive momento to have. Have a great trip!!

What a great collection that will be!

I started chasing ballparks and then figured out I was chasing ballparks, so I did not have a system or plan. I do have a great collection of insulated mugs which I love because I bring coffee with me to work every morning and it is a little reminder of my past trips. No collector value, but they make me smile.

Creating memories and smiles is what it is all about!

Great question, Tom! I keep my ticket stub from every game that I attend. My plan was to create a collage after I see all 30 and frame it. I also pick up a free pocket schedule from each new ballpark that I visit as a reminder of the season that I attended. Here is a link to another forum where Chasers listed what they collect. As for getting a physical ticket, it's becoming harder and harder. Picking it up at will-call or getting it mailed will ensure it. Happy Chasing!

Awesome, Craig! Great suggestion on the free pocket schedule. Where do they give those away at the ballpark, in the on-site stores?

Also, this may be a dumb question, but I can't recall the last time I picked up a ticket through will-call. I assume it is only buying the tickets available through the Stadium site that this can be done? Is that how you buy your tickets?

Pocket schedules could be in the team shop or member services. Ask any employee and they can direct you. As for tickets, yes, if you buy them directly through the team's website, you have the option for will-call. I use a combination of buying from TicketMonster.com (they are our affiliate) and directly through the team.

Unfortunately we didn't realize we were going to start chasing all 30 until a few parks in so I don't have all of our stubs but one good way to keep "souvenirs" is to take pics ! I also use the app MLB ballpark which helps me keep track of the games I went to since we are going to ball parks 1-2 per year since they are spread out across the country. I also have cut out the details from the printed tickets and started a scrapbook. I wish I had saved more but im happy with what I can collect now. I also get postcards or whatever I can to add to the scrapbook even if its not from the very first visit as long as I have something to note that yes, I have been to the stadium.

I collect baseballs with the team logo on it and bought shadow boxes/display cases to put them in. The balls run about 10-12 bucks...not bad.

That's a great memory! Thank you for the suggestion.

I bought my tickets on line and had them mailed. The ones that came like the plain ticketmaster tickets I went to the ticket window early and asked for them to change them to get the teams logo on the ticket. also collected the mini bats with team logos, but haven't found a great way to display them yet. It's a lot of fun chasing ballparks and there is always the memories that make it worth the chase!!

Thank you, James. I appreciate the response. Good suggestion on going to the ticket window to change them. I would not have thought of that.

I look forward to making some memories with my daughter!

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Bonds judge might exclude positive tests

A federal judge overseeing Barry Bonds' criminal case said her "preliminary thoughts" are to exclude key parts of the government's case against the home run king, including three positive drug tests and some documents seized from the home of his personal trainer. U.S. District Judge Susan Illston said during an evidentiary hearing yesterday in San Francisco that she was leaning toward excluding the results, from 2000 and 2001, seized by investigators during a Bay Area Laboratory Co-Operative raid unless there is direct testimony tying the urine samples to Bonds. The judge also said she likely would exclude a so-called doping calendar, which prosecutors allege Bonds' personal trainer Greg Anderson kept for Bonds, for the same reason. Illston did, however, say she was inclined to allow jurors to hear a recorded conversation between Anderson and Bonds' former personal assistant, Steve Hoskins, discussing steroid use. Bonds is charged with lying to a grand jury in December 2003, when he said he never knowingly used performance-enhancing drugs. He pleaded not guilty to the charges earlier yesterday, then stayed for the hearing, sitting quietly at a table with six lawyers for about an hour.

Sheets: : Free-agent right-hander Ben Sheets could be headed for elbow surgery after contract negotiations with the Rangers fell through because of the injury. Texas had been discussing a two-year deal with Sheets, the National League's All-Star Game starter last season, a source told the Associated Press. Sheets struggled with a sore elbow last season for the Brewers and didn't pitch in the playoffs.

Nationals: : Left-hander Odalis Perez and Washington agreed to a non-guaranteed minor league contract. Perez went 7-12 with a 4.34 ERA for the Nationals in 2008, throwing 159 2/3 innings over 30 starts. He joined Washington last year during spring training on a minor league deal and wound up as the team's starter Opening Day.

Et cetera: : Left-handed reliever Brian Tallet and the Blue Jays agreed to a one-year contract worth $1,015,000. Also, the team claimed right-hander T.J. Beam off waivers from the Pirates and designated infielder Russ Adams for assignment. ... Right-handed reliever Matt Guerrier and the Twins agreed on a one-year contract worth $1,475,000. ... Cliff Floyd agreed to a one-year, $750,000 deal with the Padres, giving them a veteran to come off the bench. San Diego designated right-hander Matt Bush for assignment. ... Outfielder Jacque Jones and first baseman-outfielder Daryle Ward agreed to minor league contracts with the Reds.

Patriots put franchise tag on quarterback Cassel

The New England Patriots placed the franchise tag on Matt Cassel. The move means the quarterback remains a free agent, but the Patriots can match any offer made by another team or allow him to sign with that team in exchange for two first-round draft picks. If and when he signs the one-year franchise tag designation, worth $14.65 million for 2009, he will be under contract to New England, which could keep him or trade him. Cassel's stock soared last season after he took over for Tom Brady, who suffered a season-ending knee injury in the opening game. Cassel helped the Patriots to an 11-5 record, but they missed the playoffs. One factor in New England's decision on whether to keep two highly paid quarterbacks is Brady's progress from knee surgery.

Et cetera: : The Redskins hired Scott Wachenheim as tight ends coach, reuniting coach Jim Zorn with a colleague from the early 1990s, when they worked together at Utah State. Wachenheim spent the past three years as the offensive coordinator at Liberty. ... Falcons offensive tackle Todd Weiner announced his retirement after an 11-year career. ... A prosecutor in Rock Hill, S.C., said Bills safety Ko Simpson likely will be accepted into a program that would remove from his record a charge of hindering police while they tried to make an arrest Jan. 1.

Kings defeat Caps, 5-4, despite Ovechkin's 200th

Anze Kopitar scored two goals and added an assist, and the Los Angeles Kings dealt the Washington Capitals a rare home loss, winning, 5-4, despite allowing Alex Ovechkin's 200th NHL goal. Los Angeles was one of only two opponents - the San Jose Sharks are the other - against whom Ovechkin never had scored. But he tallied unassisted with about 9 1/2 minutes left, pulling Washington within 4-3. It was Ovechkin's league-high 37th goal this season and made him one of NHL four players to reach 200 goals in his first four seasons, joining Wayne Gretzky, Mike Bossy and Mario Lemieux.

More Capitals: : Backup goalie Brent Johnson will have hip surgery next week and is expected to miss up to two months. Also, right wing Chris Clark had surgery on his right wrist and is expected to miss the rest of the season.

Shoulder injury to sideline 76ers' Brand for season

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Elton Brand's first season with the Philadelphia 76ers is over. Brand will have season-ending surgery on his right shoulder Monday. Brand was first injured Dec. 17 against the Milwaukee Bucks and played in six games after his return. He signed a five-year deal worth nearly $80 million in July and played in just 29 games. Brand missed all but nine games last season with a torn Achillies tendon.

More NBA: : Lamar Odom's two free throws with 16 seconds left in overtime led the visiting Lakers to a 110-109 victory that ended the Celtics' 12-game winning streak. ... Samuel Dalembert had 18 points and 20 rebounds to lift the host 76ers over the Pacers, 99-94. ... The Magic traded shooting guard Keith Bogans and cash to the Bucks for point guard Tyronn Lue after losing Jameer Nelson to a shoulder injury Monday. ... The Celtics' Ray Allen will replace Nelson on the Eastern Conference All-Star team.

Varsity: : Wilde Lake selected Mike Harrison, 45, as its head football coach. Harrison, a 1982 Wilde Lake graduate, has been an assistant under Doug Duvall for 22 years. Duvall, who won five state titles at the school and had 300 career wins, officially retired Monday. "It was an easy decision," Wildecats athletic director Vince Parnell said. "He has been an assistant coach, he was the athletic director [1999-2003] and the head coach of the girls [1997-2008] and boys [1995-1996] lacrosse teams, as well as having been the offensive and defensive coordinator for the football team. He obviously bleeds green and gold." SANDRA MCKEE

Boxing: : Former super-middleweight champion Joe Calzaghe retired with a 46-0 record. The Welshman, 36, outpointed Roy Jones Jr. in November in his last fight.

Golf: : Camilo Villegas holed out for an eagle early in his round en route to a 9-under-par 63, giving him a three-stroke lead at the PGA Buick Invitational in San Diego.

College football: : Tennessee coach Lane Kiffin was reprimanded by the Southeastern Conference for falsely accusing Florida coach Urban Meyer of a recruiting violation, and he apologized. Kiffin told fans attending a breakfast yesterday that Meyer violated recruiting rules by phoning wide receiver prospect Nu'Keese Richardson. NCAA and SEC officials said it is not against rules to contact a prospect while they are on an official visit to another school.

Figure skating: : China's Pang Qing and Tong Jian had a near-flawless performance in Vancouver, British Columbia, to win the Four Continents pairs title a fourth time.

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