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Album Review of Stay Home by The Beets.
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The Beets
Record label: Captured Tracks
Genre(s): Pop/Rock, Alternative/Indie Rock, Alternative Pop/Rock, Indie Rock, Lo-Fi
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Stay Home - Fairly Good, Based on 5 Critics
At a time when bands place a premium on lo-fi production values, the Beets deserve credit for taking it way too far. 2009's Spit in the Face of People Who Don't Want to Be Cool had a recording quality that was shoddy to the point of self-sabotage, forgoing noisy static for a sound that suggested the band had wrapped their microphones in damp towels before pressing the "record" button on a thrift-store answering machine. Their debut was a blend of 1960s rock swagger, infectious melodies, and wry humor, becoming a minor cult hit among the DIY set and receiving both an enthusiastic rave by John Darnielle and an opening slot for his Mountain Goats on tour in 2010.
The Beets' music suggests the Ramones playing with Beat Happening's chops and equipment, which is to say, their songs are good in a simple, willfully primitive way, and that they play in such a manner that the songs had better be good, because you're sure not listening for the nuances of the performance. That said, the Beets have improved just enough on their second album, Stay Home, that they sound less like hipsters feigning ineptitude than they did on their debut, Spit in the Face of People Who Don't Want to be Cool. Juan Wauters, the group's leader, still isn't much of a guitar player, but he's at least learned how to better fill up the spaces, and he isn't always egregiously out of tune (most of the time, sure, but not always), and bassist Jose Garcia and drummer Matthew Volz keep their beats dirt simple but hold down the groove solid and steady.
No Ripcord - 70
The pop stylings of The Beets, crafted in a lo-fi environment though they are, are in the driver's seat with this Jackson Heights band's second full-length, Stay Home. It's messy, it's a bit malformed, and sometimes it's just out of tune, but throughout this lo-fi outing, The Beets prove their pop ability. Sure, Stay Home may sound like it could have been recorded by gorillas with a modicum of mic-placement knowledge (gorillas don't come built with that sort of thing, but I assume if you can teach one sign language, you could teach one to put mics around a room and hit a 'record' button,) but that reading of the album overlooks its non-incidental attributes.
The Beets either don't care at all if anyone hears them, or they care way, way too much. There's no in-between. Like a number of indie-pop acts cropping up these days, the Beets deal in a fuzzy, lo-fi world. It rendered them nearly incoherent on their first record, Spit in the Face of People Who Don't Want to Be Cool, but on Stay Home they brush off a little bit of the fuzz so you can at least make out the words.
Consequence of Sound - 58
Based on rating C+
First things first: There isn't a track called "Killer Tofu" on this whole album. Not one. As the title suggests, these Beets are singing about staying home, rather than destructive soy-based protein sources. They do have some of that Beatles-y pop to their sound, but it's buried inside a batch of gruff garage pop rather than any mod sensibilities.
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Review ❤ The Bride Test by Helen Hoang
Khai Diep has no feelings. Well, he feels irritation when people move his things or contentment when ledgers balance down to the penny, but not big, important emotions—like grief. And love. He thinks he's defective. His family knows better—that his autism means he just processes emotions differently. When he steadfastly avoids relationships, his mother takes matters into her own hands and returns to Vietnam to find him the perfect bride.
As a mixed-race girl living in the slums of Ho Chi Minh City, Esme Tran has always felt out of place. When the opportunity arises to come to America and meet a potential husband, she can't turn it down, thinking this could be the break her family needs. Seducing Khai, however, doesn't go as planned. Esme's lessons in love seem to be working…but only on herself. She's hopelessly smitten with a man who's convinced he can never return her affection.
With Esme's time in the United States dwindling, Khai is forced to understand he's been wrong all along. And there's more than one way to love.
Heat Level: Hot
Publisher: Penguin Group
Imprint: Berkley
Ever since I had read The Kiss Quotient, I have been anticipating The Bride Test. We touched briefly on Khai from that book. Khai did not disappoint.
Khai has always believed himself not capable of human emotions especially love. The story starts off with a young Khai experiencing something that should have shaken him to the core. Instead, he is left questioning why he doesn't show any feelings of hurt and sadness. He knows he is different but still he should feel something.
Fast forward to the present, Khai's mother goes to Vietnam to test different women as potential brides for Khai. She meets Esme who is cleaning the bathroom of a hotel that his mother is staying at. Esme is not what she first intended but she is captivated that she is different and passes her test. She offers a proposal: the summer in America on a Visa to get to know her son. If they hit it off, they marry, if not, Esme gets money and the experience of America for the summer.
Esme is not convinced. She is a bit jaded as she is a poor young mixed race Vietnamese woman from the country side trying to make ends meet for her family which includes a daughter she has from a failed relationship. Her mother convinces her to get to America to try to better herself and look for her father.
I loved every moment with Esme and Khai. Esme immediately tries so hard to flirt and win over Khai. She is not aware that he is autistic. The author does such a great job with Khai's character. She shows how different their relationship was from Michael and Stella's (The Kiss Quotient). Each person with autism is different and should be treated accordingly. It opened my eyes to the issue.
Khai's family especially his brother Quan tries to help them navigate this new trajectory together. The scene after Khai and Esme's first time had me smiling. Quan and Michael were a trip. Khai's new experiences almost mirrored Esme's as she had just a hard time understanding what he was going through and trying to learn her way around a foreign place.
The relationship blossoms into so much more than they both expected. The time is coming to an end and Khai has to make a decision. Once Khai realizes he is truly capable of love and has been the entire time, can he finally let go?
This was almost a five star read for me because Khai brought out so much of the feels. However, the whole cookie cutter ending just took away from the feels and made it a bit cheesy. I'm still a huge fan of the series. I am ready for Quan's story. He had me at hello!
~ Samantha
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New Commercial Director appointed
Ben Wells joins Reading
The Royals are pleased to announce the appointment of Ben Wells as our new Commercial Director.
Ben brings with a him a wealth of experience from sixteen years on the commercial side of sport, having worked at Chelsea for six years, where he had responsibility for sponsorship, marketing, CRM and global touring.
He has also worked with major global brands such as Samsung, Philips and adidas; as well as FIFA, the WTA and Premiership Rugby and is a board director at the European Sponsorship Association.
Ben said, "I am delighted to be joining Reading Football Club. I was struck immediately by the strategic vision of the Board and its commitment to taking a long-term approach to achieving its objectives. Reading has built a reputation for being smartly-run, with a strong grounding in its community and I am looking forward to building on this excellent platform to continue the club's development."


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As Debenhams prepares for its 200th birthday this Christmas, we take a look back at its colourful past and find out what the rest of 2013 and beyond holds for this British icon.
When draper William Clark first established his store at 44 Wigmore Street (which would soon become known as Clark & Debenham, after the two partners), the American War of Independence was still in full swing and James Cook was on his last great voyage to discover the Northwest Passage. After a brief spell as Debenham & Freebody, the enlarged group was finally incorporated as Debenhams Ltd in 1905.
Continuing its expansion in the first half of the twentieth century the business merged with Marshall & Snellgrove, acquiring its Oxford Street location and in 1920 the group purchased iconic Knightsbridge retailer Harvey Nichols.
By 1950, Debenhams was the largest department store group in the UK, owning 84 companies and 110 stores. It continued to grow and in 1966 central buying was introduced for the first time.
After being acquired by the Burton Group in 1985 and subsequently demerged in 1998, the group came under the leadership of Belinda Earl who was appointed CEO in 2000. Throughout the recession and despite many commentators slamming the department store model as outdated, the group held fast, bolstered by the brand's "four pillar" strategy of focusing on its core UK market, delivering a compelling customer service proposition, increasing its multi-channel offering and expanding internationally.
Currently, Debenhams is preparing for its 200th anniversary with a refurbishment of its flagship store in Oxford Street, London.
The work involves the installation of 180,000 aluminium tiles on the exterior of the building that will appear to ripple with the wind.
An existing floor will also be converted to become a trading floor and three new restaurants will be opened. The company took a £2 million hit to its profits in the year to the end of August due to the revamp, but Debenhams sees store modernisations including the Oxford Street branch as key to its future success.
In addition, the company is releasing a showcase range from its successful Designers at Debenhams portfolio of brands. The collection includes a floor length gold sequin dress from Star by Julien Macdonald, a luxury leather coat from the Betty Jackson Black range and a collection of premium leather handbags and purses.
Since its early days, Debenhams' workforce has expanded to a team of over 25,000 individuals within a creative and innovative head office as well as store and area management who lead a team who have a reputation of delivering some of the best customer service on the high street.
• At Debenhams, everything's about quality, so make sure your application is too. They want to know why you're perfect for the role and why they should invite you for interview. Tailor your application to do exactly that.
• Attention to detail brings out the very best in Debenhams' products and it's a skill its people use every day. Show them you've got it too by checking your spelling and grammar.
• Be prepared. Read through the job description and your application and make sure you know your CV inside out. Think about the questions they are likely to ask and prepare your answers. A few bullet points can help prompt you during the interview.
• If you believe you're a good team player, tell them why, citing examples from your previous experience.
• Be you! We know interviews can be intimidating, but remember that Debenhams values all their people for the individuality they bring, so give them a flavour of your personality.
• Debenhams is always looking to the future. They will want to know you're progressive too, so let them know about your career aspirations, what you want to do, and what you have done in the past to further your career.
• If you attend a recruitment event, you will take part in a group exercise. They're a great way for Debenhams to see whether you can fit into their culture of teamwork so show them what you've got!
• Keep calm and be yourself. Debenhams will employ you for your personality and individuality as much as your experience. Also bear in mind that if you'd like feedback on your performance at either the interview or recruitment events, they'll be very happy to provide it for you. All you've got to do is ask.


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Explore the moon from all angles, from its place in the night sky and our solar system to its role in shaping human history and culture.
Through gorgeous illustrations and photography, see the moon like you've never seen it before. Read myths of the moon's creation from around...Read more
Through gorgeous illustrations and photography, see the moon like you've never seen it before. Read myths of the moon's creation from around the world. Discover the science of how the moon actually formed. Learn all about the moon's effects on Earth's tides and imagine what the world would be like without them. Take a look at moon-men hoaxes from history and find out how scientists may actually colonize Earth's closest neighbor.
Weaving together science and myth, history and technology, Luna is perfect for anyone who's ever imagined walking on the moon, wondered about the night sky, or been captivated by a thrilling werewolf story.
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Q: "Absolutely equal" linear functionals and collinearity Let $(X,\|\cdot\|)$ be a normed vector space over $\mathbb C$ and let $X^*$ denote its dual (i.e., the space of all continuous linear complex-valued functions over $X$). Suppose that $f,g\in X^*$ satisfy the property that $|f(x)|=|g(x)|$ for all $x\in X$. Does it necessarily follow that $f$ and $g$ are collinear in the sense that there exists some $c\in\mathbb C$ such that $f(x)=cg(x)$ for any $x\in X$? Or does there exist a nice counterexample?
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A: If $|f(x)|=|g(x)|$ for all $x$ then $\ker f=\ker g$. If $f\neq 0$ there is a $x\in X$ such that $f(x)=1$. Suppose $g(x)=\alpha\in\mathbb{C}$ with $|\alpha|=1$. Then $g=\alpha f$.

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Fed up with being bedridden, retd DU professor couple ends life; Suicide note recovered
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New Delhi: A retired professor couple of Delhi University committed suicide by hanging from a steel pipe, police said.
Delhi Police has also recovered two separate suicide notes near their bodies.
Professor Rakesh Kumar Jain, 74 and his wife Usha Jain, 69, were found hanging at their residence in Kalkaji Extension of Govindpuri area in Delhi on Wednesday.
According to suicide notes, the couple were fed up with being bedridden for a prolonged period of time. Recently they had multiple fractures due to accident, and were bedridden.
Their daughter informed Delhi Police about the incident.
The incident came to light when a caretaker knocked on the door of the house at around 2.30 p.m. on Wednesday, but due to no response, he informed their daughter Ankita who rushed to the spot.
They broke the lock of the door, and saw the couple hanging from the steel pipe, police said.
The police handed over the bodies to the relatives after conducting post-mortem but said investigation will continue.
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Our friends and partners "queremoshacerunapeli.com" begin to be on everyone's lips, here we leave a couple of videos in which the information was curious echo of this initiative.
The project in which we participated has begun to spread through various media, the proof is the news in the digital newspaper "El Pais" in which we see our image as a presentation of the news.
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One week until I'm leaving on a jet plane ✈. I have jettisoned the cat food, dumbell and blankets that filled my knapsack for training purposes and have now packed, weighed, unpacked, removed items, repacked, and still am second guessing what I think I will need to get me through the trip. The challenge is trying to predict the weather and deciding if I need to go heavy on the clothing that will keep me warm in the cold, or cool in the heat. Reality is, I hate extremes. I am built for 20 degree (Celsius) temperatures. A little like Goldilocks, I like things not too hot, not too cold, but just right. Unfortunately, I don't get a say on that and have thus loaded my bag with too many "just in case" items. I recognize this as my fear- my fear of discomfort. A fear that I need to contend with in order to lighten my load and not be carrying a knapsack that presently looks ready to burst, like an oversized, overcooked Octoberfest sausage! Bare necessities only. Time to rethink and repack!
You are probably on the plane to Paris right now. I'm looking forward to following your trip so I hope you blog a lot. Take care out there.


This is a condensed version of his interview. Click Here to View the Full Version available to members or for purchase on a pay-per-view basis.
Rodrigo Pessoa inherited his passion for horses, equestrian sport and learned how to ride from his father the great Nelson Pessoa. At the young age of 9, Rodrigo began competing with Ponies in England, by 12 he earned his first title of many to come 'Champion of Pony Class' in Belgium. At 16, he started competing in the most prestigious Grand Prix in Europe, and in 1988 he won the Junior European Championships, but could not take the title home because of his Brazilian citizenship.
In 1992, at the young age of 19 Rodrigo went to his first Olympic games in Barcelona, this was to be the first of many times he would represent Brazil on the Olympic stage. In 1994 he helped the Brazilian team win team Gold at the Pan-Am games and went on to win another gold medal and two silver medals at the Pan-Am games in later years. 1997 was a big year for Rodrigo as it marked the beginning of a legendary winning streak, he won the Grand Prix of Geesteren, Mannheim and Aachen and went on to win the World Cup Final in Helsinki in 1998 and again in 1999 and 2000 with his famous partner Balobet du Rouet. In 1998 he also won the World Championships (WEG) and took home the "Show Jumper of the Year" award. In 2000 he represented Brazil at the Olympic games in Sydney where he helped clinch the team bronze medal. By the end of 2000, Rodrigo had already won 23 competitions, had 10 second places, won the World Cup Final, and an Olympic Medal resulting in him being ranked #1 on the FEI World Rankings. Rodrigo and Baloubet du Rouet's winning streak was far from over, in 2004 he rode to victory in 6 major Grand Prix events and won the individual Silver medal at the Olympics in Athens. 2005 was the year in which Olympic Silver turned into Gold, on 29th of August in Rio de Janeiro, Rodrigo was awarded the long awaited Olympic Gold Medal.
In 2006 Rodrigo began a partnership with Hunter Harrison and Double H Farm, he and new mount 'Oasis' won Falsterbo (Sweden), Lanaken and Brussels (Belgium) sadly 'Oasis' unexpectedly passed away in 2007. As a result 2007 became a rebuilding year for his team, with the purchase of Rufus and Cantate Z as the great Baloubet de Rouet was no longer competing. Rufus went on to win the Pan-American Team Gold Medal and Individual Silver after just seven months with Rodrigo. In the year 2009 Rufus went on to place 5th individually in the Rolex World Cup Final and win several Grand Prix titles. In 2008 Rodrigo teamed up with HH Let's Fly the pair has won Grand Prix events all over the world including, CSI Jacksonville, CSI 5* Charlotte and CSOI 5* Rome along with top placings in Global Champions Tour Grand Prix events. In 2011 they won the FTI Winter Equestrian Festival's FEI World Cup Grand Prix (this round is featured on EquestrianCoach.com).
Rodrigo Pessoa has won over 71 Grand Prix wins and 5 Derby wins from Aachen to Spruce Meadows proving time and again that he is one of the best in the world.
"Special Envoy was remarkable because he was the horse that really started my career. He was the one that launched me in the great international circuit. I did my first world championships with him and my first Olympics. I've been lucky to have many quality horses, but if I had to choose one, he will always be "Special"".
"My father. Since the early beginning he has been my greatest support, my major inciter, my supreme coach. Without him, without the experience he's gone through, without the opportunities he's granted me, I guess I would not be here today. My great companion with whom I always had a fantastic relationship, and he is a person to whom I owe a lot.
Get to know Rodrigo Pessoa from his introduction to the sport to his biggest influences. In this interview, the renowned Olympian and World Champion talks about the experiences, the people and the horses that have helped shape his successful career and what his goals are for the future.
Get to know Rodrigo and his great horse HH Let's Fly while they school over Rodrigo's favorite gymnastic in preparation for the $231,000 FEI World Cup Grand Prix CSI 4* during week 9 of the Winter Equestrian Festival in Wellington. This topic focuses on the partnership of horse and rider and features Rodrigo's play by play of his winning round.
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Choosing the right bonbonniere for your wedding will provide your guests with a great keepsake from your big day, and show your appreciation to them for joining you in your celebration. While the traditional bonbonnieres of sweet treats in bags, small boxes or tins still remain popular, couples are starting to choose from a larger range of small gifts for their guests. Regardless of what you choose, the bonbonniere should really mean something and make sense at your wedding, so here are a few steps for making yours perfect and unforgettable.
To make your bonbonnieres stand out, personalise them. Generally this means including your names and the wedding date, but more couples are opting to design their own personal monogram or 'family seal'. Once you decide what your brand will be, find creative ways to get it on your bonbonniere. A few examples include cookies frosted with your brand, stickers to put on candles or small jars of homemade jam, and handwritten calligraphy on the back of photos.
Even the most perfect, well-thought-out bonbonniere can fall short if it's not wrapped properly. The packaging you choose can, and should, make as much of a statement as what's inside, whether you are using a simple brown box, clear cellophane bags, tiny tin pails or slim silver canisters. You will want your bonbonniere packaging to coordinate nicely without perfectly matching the rest of the party equipment and decorations, such as the linens and flowers. Texture is important, too, so use materials creatively – such as pretty handmade paper and colourful raffia for soaps and candles, or colourful ribbons wrapped around tins and jars.
● Group the favours together and allow guests to help themselves by using milk crates, baskets or decorated boxes.
● Ask the servers to pass them out on their fancy silver trays.
● Have your bonbonnieres perform double duty as table numbers, name cards or as part of the place setting.
● Personally hand out each one as an opportunity for you to socialise with everyone before the night is through.


Quick Tip: If you're ages 51-53 and want to see the top life insurance quotes in the industry, fill out the form on the side and rates will be displayed immediately.
Life insurance is a tricky thing. There are so many considerations that both you and life insurance companies need to make. The following will focus on life insurance for 51 year olds.
If this isn't your first time buying a life insurance policy, you'll notice how different it is from the last time that you applied. Nonetheless, life insurance is just as important as it has always been.
While many people may think that it's pretty late to get life insurance in your 50's, there are many reasons why you should. After all, without life insurance, you put your family at risk. They would inherit any of your debts and final expenses if something unfortunate were to happen to you.
Your personal circumstances are extremely relevant to your life insurance policy. As a 51 year old, there's a good chance that you are getting close to retiring. In many cases, your children have moved out of this house, and you could be close to completely paying off your mortgage.
In fact, when you're 51, you may have or be close to having grandchildren. Although your children may no longer be financially dependent on you, and your mortgage is close to being paid off, there are still reasons why you may need coverage as a 51 year old.
It's important to add up how much life insurance you'll need to get the coverage that you want. Calculate any debts and the amount you still owe on the mortgage. This way, you'll know how much life insurance you'll need.
Final expenses coverage is always included in a life insurance policy. A burial can cost around $10,000. Most people do not want to leave this for their family to pay, which is why burial insurance is so popular.
Lastly, you should consider using your life insurance to replace your income, especially if you have people that are still financially dependent on you. Once you pass away, people relying on your income will no longer be financially secure unless you choose to cover this in your policy.
How Expensive Is Life Insurance At Age 51?
First off, know that life insurance rates will vary from person to person. Women pay less for life insurance than men. Life insurance companies will assess your level of risk before offering you a price. People who smoke, for example, usually pay 2-3 times more for their life insurance than nonsmokers.
However, assuming that you don't smoke and you are in good health, It is very possible to get cheap life insurance. As a healthy 51 year old looking for $100,000 worth of coverage, you can find a 10 year term policy for less than $30/month.
It helps to compare several quotes before deciding on a policy. This way, you can compare the prices and choose the most affordable option. Make sure that you are only working with the top life insurance companies since they are more likely to provide you with stable coverage.
What Kind Of Life Insurance Is Best For A 51 Year Old?
This will vary from person to person, depending on their situations. We can not definitively recommend any one type of insurance without knowing more about you. Hiring an independent insurance agent can be extremely helpful. They'll be able to advise you properly, and they can save you a lot of money in the long run by finding you an affordable life insurance policy.
Are you 52 years old and looking to buy life insurance? It's never too late to get a life insurance policy. Although buying life insurance in your 50's will be more expensive than for someone thats buying life insurance in their 40's, it's still very possible to find affordable coverage.
At the age of 52, there are several factors to consider before choosing a life insurance policy. For one, people in their 50's are getting towards the age where unexpected health issues begin to arise. Therefore, a life insurance policy is more important than ever.
Without a life insurance policy, your family is at risk. If you were to pass away, your family would inherit your debts, mortgage, and final expenses. While thinking about your own death is not fun, a life insurance policy can give you peace of mind, knowing that your family is secure.
As a 52 year old, you most likely still have some years left on your mortgage and car payments. A life insurance policy can protect your family from these bills if something were to happen to you. In the end, life insurance is important for adults of all ages.
What Kind Of Life Insurance Is Best For A 52 Year Old?
You'll first need to decide between a term life insurance plan or a permanent life insurance plan. At this age, cheap term life insurance coverage is usually the most desired option.
Term life insurance, as the name suggests, only offers temporary coverage. You'll need to decide how long you want coverage. Once that amount of time has expired, your protection ends. However, term life insurance is a popular option because of the flexibility in coverage and affordable prices. For example, if you only need life insurance for the extent of your 20 year mortgage, you can buy a 20 year term life policy.
On the other hand, permanent life insurance, such as whole life insurance, operates quite differently. With whole life insurance, you will be protected for your entire life, so long as you continue to pay the premiums. Whole life insurance also accumulates cash value build up over time. Therefore, whole life insurance can be thought of as an investment.
However, whole life insurance is more expensive, and if you are already 52 years old, a term policy is usually the superior option. Every person has different circumstances. It's a good idea to hire an independent insurance agent to guide you through the process. They can help you decide on a policy, and can find you the most affordable options.
What Are Some Ways To Get More Affordable Life Insurance?
Quit Smoking — Cigarette smokers are considered high-risk applicants by insurance companies. If you are able to quit smoking a few months before applying for life insurance, your life insurance rates may be cut in half.
Improve Your Diet — Eating healthy is one of the best things you can do to improve your overall health. If you can maintain a strict diet, you'll lose weight, lower your cholesterol, and improve your heart health.
Exercise Regularly — Daily exercise is another thing you can do to lower your life insurance rates. Life insurance companies want to see that their applicants are in good shape before they decide on whether or not to cover them.
Compare Quotes — By receiving several quotes, you'll be able to find the most affordable options. This is one of the best ways to save money on life insurance.
If you are having difficulty getting approved coverage due to health issues, no medical exam policies are always an option. Although more expensive, these plans have very high acceptance rates, and the coverage will begin far quicker than regular policies.
As your 60's begin to creep up on you, it's very natural for a 53 year old to consider what would happen to their family if they were to pass away. It can be because there are still years left on your mortgage. Or if you have any unpaid debts. The last thing you would want is for your family to inherit these bills.
Final expenses must also be considered — funeral services usually cost around $10,000. At the age of 53, it makes more sense than ever to apply for life insurance protection for your family.
The good news is that a relatively healthy 53 year old still has an excellent chance at getting affordable life insurance. While shopping for life insurance, your age is certainly a major factor in determining your rates. However, it's never too late to get covered.
What Are My Choices At Age 53?
Term Life Insurance — This is the cheaper of the two options. Term life insurance offers coverage for a temporary amount of time, i.e. a 10 year term life plan. This is a popular choice for those on a budget. Also for those that don't feel like they need to be covered forever. For example, a person may want to buy a 20 year term life insurance plan to go with their 20 year mortgage.
Permanent Life Insurance — There are many types of permanent life insurance policies. As the name suggests, these plans will cover you for your entire life. Whole life insurance and universal life insurance are two of the most common kinds of permanent life insurance.
Unlike term life insurance, whole life insurance and universal life insurance have a cash value build up component, where cash can accumulate interest. Therefore, permanent life insurance plans can be thought of as an investment. However, their premiums will be significantly higher than term life insurance.
How Much Does Life Insurance Cost For A 53 Year Old?
If you are a 53 year old in good health, you may be surprised at how cheap life insurance can be. For example, for a $200,000 20 year term life insurance policy, a 53 year old male can expect to pay around $1,000/year.
On the other hand, a healthy 53 year old female can expect to pay around $725/year for the same policy. As you can see, women do not pay as much for life insurance as men. This is because, on average, women outlive men by about 5 years.
Of course, these rates will vary depending on the life insurance company and your health condition. This is just to give you a rough idea of how much life insurance costs for 53 year olds.
How Can I Get More Affordable Rates On My Life Insurance?
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Located off Interstate 70, this Parachute, Colorado hotel is a 10 minute drive from Battlement Mesa Golf Club. An indoor pool is available and guest rooms include a microwave and refrigerator. Free Wi-Fi is available in each room at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Parachute. These rooms are decorated in gold tones and also provide cable TV with coffee facilities. A business center with fax and photocopying services is available at the hotel. Parachute Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites also offers a gym with treadmills and exercise bikes. The Colorado National Monument is 62 miles from the hotel. Guests can dine at Shommy's located across the street.
Located in Parachute, Colorado, this hotel is 50 miles from Powderhorn Ski Resort. Guests can enjoy a continental breakfast featuring Belgium waffles, orange juice and gluten free options. Free Wi-Fi is included in all rooms. A cable satellite TV with additional Spanish channels is featured in each room at Parachute Inn. Simply furnished, all rooms include a fridge and microwave. Tea and coffee-making facilities are provided. At Parachute Inn Colorado, guests have access to the on-site launderette. Fax and photocopying services are available. A variety of restaurants including EL Tapatio and VJ's Outlaw Ribs are 5 minutes' walk from this hotel. Colorado National Monument is 45 miles away.
Offering free Wi-Fi, this hotel is 20 minutes' walk from Battlement Golf Club. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Laundry facilities are available on site. Each air-conditioned room includes a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a refrigerator, a microwave, a stove top and coffee-making facilities at Candlewood Suites Parachute. An en suite bathroom with a hairdryer is also provided. Guests can enjoy a fitness centre and a business center at Parachute Candlewood Suites. BBQ facilities are offered. A convenience store is provided. Powederhorn Ski Resort is 47 miles from Candlewood Suites Parachute. Rifle Falls State Park is 45 minutes' drive from the hotel.


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Shoyu: Japan's Own Soy Sauce
Shoyu is the Japanese name for soy sauce. In Japan, it is applied to various kinds of soy sauce.
Soy sauce arrived in Japan in the 7th century. It was brought in from China by Buddhist monks. The Chinese version was modified in Japan, which resulted in a product that was thinner and clearer than Chinese soy sauce.
Like all soy sauce, shoyu is made from a paste of soybeans combined with grain and brine along with a type of mold that the Japanese call koji. The earliest known precursor of shoyu was called hishio, which is also what the Chinese refer to as jiang.
One variety of hishio called kokubishio contained very little or no wheat and had a very similar consistency to the mash from which modern-day shoyu is pressed. The introduction and subsequent popularity of hishio was most likely the result of Buddhism's entry into the country and the switch to a pescatarian diet. After its introduction, sauces made from soybeans replaced sauces made from meat and fish over the following centuries.
Hishio would evolve into miso, which would evolve into tamari. Tamari evolved into shoyu. According to legend, the evolution resulted from the discoveries of a Japanese Zen priest named Kakushin who learned to make Kinzanji miso on a trip to China.
When he returned to Japan, he took up residence in Yuasa, a town in what is today called the Wakayama prefecture. He began making the miso he discovered in China and found that the liquid from the containers made a great seasoning. This liquid byproduct of Kakushin's miso was tamari. While it is debatable as to whether Kakushin actually invented tamari, historians agree that Yuasa was an early center of its production.
By the 13th century, Yuasa had garnered a reputation for producing some of the finest tamari. Tamari production would undergo rapid development during the Muromachi period in the 14th century to the 16th. New methods of production were discovered.
In the 16th century, the term tamari-shoyu appeared. It was used for the liquid extracted from specifically from Kinzanji miso. The term tamari (without shoyu appended to it) was then limited to the liquid seasoning from soybeans fermented without grain or with very little grain.
Towards the end of the 16th century, tamari-shoyu became popular around Edo. By the mid-17th century, Choshi would become the center of shoyu production in the area around Edo. Manufacturers there discovered that the addition of wheat gave a savory flavor and smell to tamari-shoyu. Wheat made it darker and gave it a richer flavor and aroma. At that point, it became known simply as shoyu.
Shoyu flavor profile
There are various varieties of shoyu that vary in darkness and flavor intensity, but all offer the strong caramel notes and umami that you expect from soy sauce. All are salty to differing degrees.
Health benefits of shoyu
You can get a variety of nutrients from shoyu, including:
B vitamins: Shoyu is a good source of B vitamins like niacin, riboflavin and pyridoxine.
Minerals: Shoyu contains high levels of iron, magnesium and phosphorus.
You can use shoyu to treat or prevent these conditions:
Obesity: Use shoyu to add flavor to food without increasing calorie count.
Osteoporosis: The isoflavones in shoyu are believed to reduce the loss of bone density that occurs as we get older.
Shoyu is used as a dipping sauce at the table and as a savory liquid seasoning in the kitchen.
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Q: Sort nested divs alphabetically I have the following div layout:

World

text1

hello

text2

Lorem

text3

I want to sort the entry divs alphabetically by the content of the child title div.
What I've tried so far
This will sort it alphabetically:
var alphabeticallyOrderedDivs = $('.title').sort(function(a, b) {
            return String.prototype.localeCompare.call($(a).text().toLowerCase(), $(b).text().toLowerCase());
        });

var container = $(".container");
container.detach().empty().append(alphabeticallyOrderedDivs);
$('body').append(container);

But it will strip the description divs. Try jsFiddle demo.
How can I sort the divs alphabetically without stripping anything?

A: Your logic is correct, but the issue is you're sorting the .title elements. Instead you need to sort the .entry elements, and then find the .title within the current .entry and perform the comparison on their text values. Try this:

var alphabeticallyOrderedDivs = $('.entry').sort(function(a, b) {
  var $aTitle = $(a).find('.title'), $bTitle = $(b).find('.title');
  return String.prototype.localeCompare.call($aTitle.text().toLowerCase(), $bTitle.text().toLowerCase());
});

var container = $(".container");
container.detach().empty().append(alphabeticallyOrderedDivs);
$('body').append(container);
.entry {
  border: 1px solid #CCC;
  padding: 5px;
  margin: 5px;
}

World

text1

hello

text2

Lorem

text3

A:
How can I sort the divs alphabetically without stripping anything?

By sorting the right elements?
Why are you sorting .title, if as you stated the .entry elements are what you actually want to sort?
var alphabeticallyOrderedDivs = $('.entry').sort(function(a, b) {
            return String.prototype.localeCompare.call(
              $(a).find('.title').text().toLowerCase(),
              $(b).find('.title').text().toLowerCase());
            });

http://jsfiddle.net/yapu9a6m/1/

A: You just have to take the parent element with you when you sort. Then you go searching the child element after which you want to sort:
var alphabeticallyOrderedDivs = $('.entry').sort(function(a, b) {
        return String.prototype.localeCompare.call($(a).find("div.title").text().toLowerCase(), $(b).find("div.title").text().toLowerCase());
    });

A: You're sorting the titles,  you should be sorting the entries.
So 1 tiny change:
var alphabeticallyOrderedDivs = $('.entry').sort(function(a, b) {
        return String.prototype.localeCompare.call($(a).text().toLowerCase(), $(b).text().toLowerCase());
    });

See updated fiddle


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Q: Difference between Find and FindAsync I am writing a very, very simple query which just gets a document from a collection according to its unique Id.  After some frusteration (I am new to mongo and the async / await programming model), I figured this out:
IMongoCollection<TModel> collection = // ...
FindOptions<TModel> options = new FindOptions<TModel> { Limit = 1 };
IAsyncCursor<TModel> task = await collection.FindAsync(x => x.Id.Equals(id), options);
List<TModel> list = await task.ToListAsync();
TModel result = list.FirstOrDefault();
return result;

It works, great!  But I keep seeing references to a "Find" method, and I worked this out:
IMongoCollection<TModel> collection = // ...
IFindFluent<TModel, TModel> findFluent = collection.Find(x => x.Id == id);
findFluent = findFluent.Limit(1);
TModel result = await findFluent.FirstOrDefaultAsync();
return result;

As it turns out, this too works, great!
I'm sure that there's some important reason that we have two different ways to achieve these results.  What is the difference between these methodologies, and why should I choose one over the other?

A: The difference is in a syntax.
Find and FindAsync both allows to build asynchronous query with the same performance, only
FindAsync returns cursor which doesn't load all documents at once and provides you interface to retrieve documents one by one from DB cursor. It's helpful in case when query result is huge.
Find provides you more simple syntax through method ToListAsync where it inside retrieves documents from cursor and returns all documents at once.

A: Imagine that you execute this code in a web request, with invoking find method the thread of the request will be frozen until the database return results it's a synchron call, if it's a long database operation that takes seconds to complete, you will have one of the threads available to serve web request doing nothing simply waiting that database return the results, and wasting valuable resources (the number of threads in thread pool is limited).
With FindAsync, the thread of your web request will be free while is waiting the database for returning the results, this means that during the database call this thread is free to attend an another web request. When the database returns the result then the code continue execution.
For long operations like read/writes from file system, database operations, comunicate with another services, it's a good idea to use async calls. Because while you are waiting for the results, the threads are available for serve another web request. This is more scalable.
Take a look to this microsoft article https://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/magazine/dn802603.aspx.


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11 thoughts on "36 MOST RIDICULOUSLY RACIST MOMENTS IN MUSIC"
Jesus, someone needs to get out and smell the coffee a bit more.
3/4's of these at least are by no means racist.
For example, dressing as an apache Indian may very well be a homage or a mark of respect.
Meanwhile people are being killed in the name of religion every day. Get a grip!!!
Shihab S Joi
Totally agree with you, man. The disclaimer is in the title 'ridiculous'. Just chronicling the times people got their knickers in a twist over songs, in some cases with good reason, but in most cases, for ridiculous reasons.
May be a sign of respect? I'm informing you that it's not. Natives themselves say that it's not.
Grimm Social Action (@GrimmAction)
The MIA song/video is NOT racist. Did you bother looking into the why's and wherefore's of the video before you condemned it? It's a protest song about the racist killings of the Tamil people in Sri Lanka. The slaughter of red-headed people is a metaphor for being racist against people who are essentially no different from us–people from whom we are ultimately different from on a very superficial basis. I can agree with most of your points here, but you missed the boat on the Born Free video.
Agree. The 'Ridiculous' premise for the article was based on the reaction. A lot of people were up in arms about it, hence included. I hope I made it clear I don't agree. Good heads up on Born Free… and cheers
Black Jayzus
Roses be nigga
Violets is nigga
Erry word rhyme wit nigga
– Lil Wayne
lynnebartwork
You didn't live Miles Davis life and you haven't a clue…but some of your observations are spot on…and MES was not a racist.
Matija
You'll side with Dylan on what? Being not racist in proclaiming that the Serbs – the only nation who waged wars with all their neighbors throughout history trying to wipe them all out and take their territory by force – are the true victims? I agree on that, that's not racist. That's just being a huge ignorant asshole with absolutely no respect for the victims of genocide and mass murders of non-serbian people throughout Croatia and Bosnia.
You are fucking stupid if you think Bowie was racist.He has many anti racism and fascism songs and statements! Although Thin White Duke was a stage persona and still saying Adolf Hitler was the first rock star doesn't equal to saying he was good. Whatever,do your research.
Missed the point, bro… the article is about "ridiculous" moments, and there was a massive controversy regarding his alleged allegiance to Nietzsche and fascism. That's not my opinion, it was all over the papers. hence it's inclusion. I happen to find it ridiculous, hence the title
I've heard McCartney sing Obla di Obla da many times.
I noticed the transvestite joke near the end of the song, but somehow managed to miss the racism.


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I believe that Senior Citizens must be "showered" (not only given) all the love and care by the younger generations. In turn, Seniors will share their wisdom, stories, and experience. One can never honor the elderly enough!
So, younger generations, listen up! Here are several important days of the year, depending on your country, that celebrate the lives of your beloved Seniors. I arranged it chronologically by month. Log them in your calendars and plan how you can show the elders in your family that you care. Show your appreciation for them while you still can. You never know when God will need them back. Sad but true.
1. OLDER AMERICANS MONTH (OAM) – This is celebrated every month of May in the USA to honor (65-yo) adults and their contributions, especially those who defended the country. This was declared by President John F. Kennedy in 1963. The 2018 theme is: Engage at Every Age to emphasize that one is never too old (or young) to take part in activities that can enrich one's physical, mental, and emotional well-being, as well as celebrate the many ways in which older adults make a difference in their communities. Visit the website of the Administration for Community Living (ACL): oam.acl.gov.
2. MOTHER'S DAY – This annual celebration honors the mother/s of the family, observed worldwide, most commonly on the months of March and May. Most countries celebrate it every second Sunday of May, so it will be held on: May 13, 2018, May 12, 2019, and May 10, 2020. It was founded by Anna Jarvis of West Virginia, as a memorial for her mother, and first celebrated in 1908.
Actually, dearest Filipinos, Mother's Day was officially proclaimed to be held every first Monday of December, together with Father's Day, as proclaimed by President Joseph Estrada in 1998, but this date is not considered a public holiday. However, due to our strong American influence, we celebrate it as stated above. Regardless of the date of observance worldwide, it is said to be too commercialized, but what the heck, children, at least pamper your mothers once a year!
Question: Why do our presidents keep on changing the dates and the titles of these special occasions? Gosh, dear Seniors, in our lifetime, these occasions were changed three times, so how do they expect us to remember which is when? Hay!
4. JUNE 1 –GLOBAL DAY OF PARENTS/PARENTS' DAY – This annual celebration was declared by the United Nations "to appreciate all parents in all parts of the world for their selfless commitment to children and their lifelong sacrifice towards nurturing this relationship".
It is held the same day as International Children's Day so why not celebrate this day as a family – parents, children, grandchildren and even great-grandchildren!
Take note, Filipinos, Father's Day is officially recognized every first Monday of December, together with Mother's Day, but due to our strong American influence, we celebrate it as stated above.
So, mark October 1 yearly in your calendars. Seniors can also plan to bond among themselves on this day to be thankful for, and to honor, old age, for this is not a gift given to everyone. Shouldn't old age be considered an asset and not a liability?
As I always tell the younger generation, "Tatanda rin kayo!" (You will also get old!) It's your turn to show the elders of this generation your love and concern; time will come when it will be your turn to be the next older-generation. Do your best now, ok?
In the blink of an eye, everything can change, so love with all your heart. You may not have that chance again. Show your elders how much you love them, preferably everyday would be nice.
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I used to wonder why potty training was such a big deal to parents of small children, after all, isn't it a lot like house-breaking pets? Now I know better. If this keeps up, the chances of the Future ROTC Scholarship Recipient getting the family car for a date with some skanky cheerleader in 13 or 14 years are looking remote.
Potty training is probably the worst part of having kids. It was easier getting my kids off the bottle than getting them out of diapers. Daughter will be three in a couple weeks and she doesn't want to be bothered with the potty.
I'm learning of this through my sister and her kids - 3 year old daughter just about potty trained and a 2 year old son sort of interested in the potty when it suits him.
At least we get the cute and cuddly baby first.
The greatest day of the decade of the 1990's was the first time I went to the grocery store and did NOT buy a humongous package of dispoable diapers.
How my saintly mother made it through 6 kids, each spaced about 2 years apart, with cloth diapers she had to wash herself is a mystery to me, except that she remarks quite frequently that we kids still all owe her really, really big, and I'm 46 already.


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Hey, that's my air! Trespass by Delivery Drone
Imagine that Amazon's Jeff Bezos releases drones, a.k.a. unmanned aerial systems ("UAS"), in your neighborhood which fly over your property to deliver goods to your neighbors. Do you have the right to stop Bezos' UAS from flying over your house?
Landowners may assert their rights to airspace using a claim based in trespass or nuisance. This article focuses on a trespass theory. Under Wisconsin law, a "trespasser" is one who enters or remains upon land in the possession of another without consent. Grygiel v. Monches Fish & Game Club, Inc., 2010 WI 93, ¶40-41, 328 Wis. 2d 436, 461, 787 N.W.2d 6, 18; Wendt v. Manegold Stone Co., 240 Wis. 638, 639, 4 N.W.2d 134 (1942). To state a claim for trespass, the claimant must show both that (i) he has a right of possession or ownership of the real property at issue and that (ii) the trespasser has intentionally entered that real property.
As to the second element, it is important to understand that the legal "wrong" of trespass is the interference with the possessor's interest in excluding others from his land. The landowner is harmed by the mere fact of unpermitted entry regardless of whether the trespasser actually damages any other legally protected interest of the landowner.
The first element, the extent of a landowner's rights to the airspace above his land, can be a fairly tricky issue. The general common law rule in Wisconsin is that a trespass may be committed on, beneath, or above the surface of the earth. Restatement (Second) of Torts § 159 (1965); Steiger v. Nowakowski, 67 Wis. 2d 355, 359, 227 N.W.2d 104, 106 (1975). Furthermore, as defined by Wis. Stat. § 844.01(2), a physical injury to real property includes unprivileged intrusions to the "surface, subsurface or suprasurface." A trespass may therefore occur in airspace.
For example, the following acts and conditions have been found to constitute a trespass: telephone wire strung across another's land at a height varying from 20 to 30 feet, constructing a board to extend out from a building and over the property line, constructing eaves so as to overhang a neighbor's property, thrusting one's arm into the space over a neighbor's land, shooting over another's land, and tree branches overhanging the lot line. See Swetland v. Curtiss Airports Corp., 41 F.2d 929, 935-36 (N.D. Ohio 1930).
It is therefore easy to see why an Amazon delivery drone would trespass by hovering 3 inches in the air across your yard. Higher altitudes pose a more difficult question. As discussed, a landowner cannot prevail on a trespass claim unless he owns or possesses a real property interest. How can you own or possess the sky?
Prior to the modern invention of airplanes, satellites, and skyscrapers, the common law rule was that a landowner's rights extend infinitely to the airspace above and the ground below the land. Early Wisconsin cases were generally in accord with the common law rule. See generally Huber v. Stark, 124 Wis. 359, 102 N.W. 12 (1905).
The introduction of the airplane forced a rethinking of the common law. Twenty-two states, including Wisconsin, adopted the Uniform Aeronautics Act (the "WUAA"). Wis. Stat. § 114.01 et seq. The WUAA vests ownership of airspace to the landowner subject to a public right of flight. Wis. Stat. § 114.03. Flight is lawful "unless at such a low altitude as to interfere with the then existing use to which the land or water, or the space over the land or water, is put by the owner, or unless so conducted as to be imminently dangerous or damaging to persons or property lawfully on the land or water beneath." Wis. Stat. § 114.04.
The plain language of the WUAA teaches that a UAS may fly above your property, however it may not do so in a dangerous manner nor at an altitude which is so low as to interfere with the landowner's existing use of the land or airspace.
How low is too low for a UAS? There is no exact fixed height set in section 114.04, Wis. Stats. As stated by Maitland v. Twin City Aviation Corp., "[t]he height below which the surface owner may reasonably expect to occupy the airspace for himself is to be determined upon the particular facts of each case." 254 Wis. 541, 544, 37 N.W.2d 74, 75 (1949). Thus, because land use varies by landowner (such as a skyscraper versus a farm), it stands to reason that the altitude at which UAS flight interferes with the landowner's use varies as well.
The Supreme Court considered the extent of a landowner's rights to airspace in United States v. Causby. 328 U.S. 256, 261, 66 S. Ct. 1062, 1065, 90 L. Ed. 1206 (1946). Causby owned a chicken farm within 2,300 feet from an airfield used by the United States Army and Navy. Military aircraft passed over Causby's property at elevations as low as 83 feet during takeoffs and landings. Causby alleged that the noise frightened and killed his chickens, thereby ruining his farm's production. Causby sued the U.S. government under the Fifth Amendment, alleging that the frequent and regular low altitude flights over his farm constituted a taking of his property without just compensation.
Because the government cannot "take" private property from a person unless that person actually owns a property interest, a key component of Causby was determining the extent of a landowner's rights to the airspace above his land. Although the Supreme Court did not set out a test for determining the extent of a landowner's airspace rights, the court recognized that a property owner owns at least as much of the space above the ground as he can occupy or use in connection with the land. For such airspace "enveloping" the property, a physical invasion may constitute a taking where the government's use (i.e., airplane flight) is so low and so frequent as to be a direct and immediate interference with the use and enjoyment of the land. The court held that the government's (i) constant and (ii) low altitude flights of large military aircraft met this standard, having the effect of interfering with Causby's use of his land and enveloping airspace. As a result, the court found that the government imposed an avigation easement on Causby's real property and remanded for additional fact finding to determine the proper measure of compensation.
Importantly, the court also found that at some point airspace becomes a public highway for flight. The Supreme Court rejected the common law rule, stating that "[c]ommon sense revolts at the idea" of subjecting every transcontinental flight to countless trespass lawsuits. For guidance the court looked to the Air Commerce Act of 1926 and related regulations enacted pursuant to the Civil Aeronautics Act of 1938, which state that the United States has "complete and exclusive national sovereignty" in navigable airspace. Navigable airspace was defined by a proscribed minimum altitude of safe flight (which may be generally summarized as being 500 feet above the surface, or 1000 feet above the highest obstacle in congested areas, such as a city). See 14 C.F.R. § 91.119. Finding that "navigable airspace" is a public highway to which only the public has a claim, the court set navigable airspace as a public zone above a landowner's claim to the airspace above his land.
The Causby court thus conceptually divided the sky into two separate domains: an upper altitude subject to the public's right of flight and a lower altitude which could be potentially owned by the landowner. The lesson is that a UAS likely would not be trespassing in an uncongested area at an altitude of 500 feet or higher. Conversely, a UAS will trespass at or very near the surface and additionally at higher altitudes where the landowner can show that the UAS actually interferes with the landowner's use of real property based upon such factors as the altitude, frequency, and impact of the UAS flights.
Unfortunately, the case law after Causby has struggled to determine the exact extent of the public and private domains. Worse still, UAS does not fit neatly into this case law. UAS can be much smaller, quieter, and have a smaller impact on the use of the land than the aircraft considered in Causby. Furthermore, as UAS technology develops and the Federal Aviation Authority promulgates new regulations for UAS flight, UAS may be able to operate safely at altitudes previously unconsidered by the courts. As a result, it cannot be stated with certainty exactly which altitudes a UAS may fly without trespassing on a landowner's property.
In conclusion, the closer a UAS is to the ground, the more likely it is to trespass on your property. The WUAA and case law set out two guide posts for measuring the extent of the rights of the landowner and the public to airspace: (i) the impact on the landowner's then existing use of the land and enveloping airspace; and (ii) the minimum safe flight altitude (which for airplanes is 500 feet in uncongested areas or 1000 feet in a congested area, such as a city). FAA regulations may clarify the second benchmark for UAS in the future, but the first benchmark likely will remain a case-by-case determination for the courts to determine.
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It's that time again! The time of changing leaves, snuggly clothes, days getting shorter, packing away the travel stuff and bunking down for the winter. Wait, what? Not that last one.
It's actually time for my favourite travel season! Also known as, low season/shoulder season/off season. Who made that up? They either had no clue what they were talking about, or they wanted to put other people off because they realised what I have, that travelling in autumn and winter in Europe is actually awesome.
I love travelling at any time of year (obviously), but I'm particularly fond of travelling in the colder months for lots of reasons, and maybe I can convince you that you don't need to sit at home for the next six months until it's warm to travel again.
I come from a land down under (sorry, I couldn't resist) and when I moved to Europe I almost by accident I began to travel more in the winter. In New Zealand it's not uncommon to take a trip overseas in the middle of the year, which also happens to be our winter, to take advantage of the warmer weather elsewhere. And because our summer coincides with Christmas and New Year, it's more usual to stay in New Zealand and travel locally.
Europe is the opposite. Summer in Europe is HIGH TRAVEL SEASON. With capitals, because seriously, places get packed out. Most of my colleagues at work would save up their leave and go for a lovely (expensive) summer holiday. Now I love summer travel, but being on a two-year working holiday visa meant I had limited time to see Europe and I needed to see it no matter the season, and I needed to travel Europe on a budget so I could see as much as possible.
Luckily, travelling in Europe in winter and the shoulder seasons or off-season travel months from September to April turned out to be fantastic! I'd even go so far as to say that the best time to visit Europe is winter.
So what's the deal? Why should you try and travel more in autumn and winter in Europe?
This one is kind of cheating. I just said how much I love travelling in the colder seasons, and now I'm telling you to chase the summer in Europe in the off-season. The thing is, September/October or March/April is one of the best times to travel in Europe. During this time many of the southern parts of Europe still have warm weather, and it's definitely better than somewhere like the UK. It's also a cheaper time to travel Europe, since it's just outside of the high season. I'd rank September as the best month to travel in Europe, but then, it is my birthday!
Winter or offseason is also one of the cheapest times to travel in Europe. Flight prices in the summer season in Europe can get a little crazy. So many people are travelling and the airlines know it!
When I moved to Europe I didn't know where to start with ticking off my enormous, ever-growing bucket list. I started travelling in the offseason in Europe because I realised I could use the Skyscanner 'Everywhere' option (best invention ever) to find places to travel, and at the cheapest flight prices. Travelling in autumn and winter in Europe is generally always going to be cheaper, and this just made it even better!
I flew to places I had never even considered like Hamburg in Germany, and I went to Iceland in October when it was early enough to see the Northern Lights without the freezing temperatures. You can pick up cheap flights for city break weekends away. It's the perfect time to explore a city in just a few days. There's plenty of guides out there on how to see a city in a short amount of time, like 24 hours in Krakow or one day in Copenhagen, so get the cheap flights and get exploring during the best time of year to visit Europe!
Maybe they named it offseason because it puts people off? You shouldn't be put off by travelling in Europe in October and beyond though because you'll be one of the lucky ones. The ones who don't have to push your way through the crowds to see the sights! Paris without the crowds? Yes, please.
I visited Ireland in January and my Mum and I were the only people in the whole of Blarney Castle. The line for kissing the Blarney Stone can go all the way from the Castle roof down the winding staircase to the ground floor! Visiting the Lake District in winter meant I was able to enjoy the beautiful views with minimal (or no!) people.
Travelling Europe in the summer brings to mind image of sun sparkling on turquoise waters, and while I absolutely think there are some places best visited in the summer, there are some places to travel in that are much better in the winter!
Then there are places that are just perfect for European winter travel. Travelling to Eastern Europe in winter was one of my favourite travel experiences. Wrapping up in warm coats and scarves and wandering the streets of the old towns of Poland is just one example.
The BEST thing about winter travel in Europe? Christmas Markets! Seriously, the rest of the world is missing a trick in not having these. The mulled wine, the delicious different foods, Christmas decorations, lights and music everywhere. It's a truly magical experience and something I probably should have listed as the first reason why winter is the best time to travel in Europe.
Christmas Markets are just one of the different attractions you can enjoy when you travel Europe in winter. I already mentioned the Northern lights, and visiting Northern Europe in winter is obviously the best time to see them. Get in quick though because apparently, they are about to enter the low cycle where they'll be more difficult to see. For TEN years!
Travelling to Europe in the winter also means snow, and therefore skiing. Europe has some fantastic ski resorts, and some of them are really great value for money. Next time you want to try winter sports, think about something like skiing in Bulgaria! If you visit at the end of the season you can also enjoy the snow on the mountains without necessarily having such cold weather. Shoulder seasons are awesome.
Ok I so I know I've said that winter is the best time to visit Europe, but there are some reasons why not everything about visiting Europe in the low season is fantastic. You might find that some attractions have more limited hours, or they close in the offseason. If there's something you HAVE to see then make sure you check it out whether it's going to be open first, or if there are limited offseason opening hours.
The weather can also still be very warm in the shoulder seasons, but it can also be unsettled. One day it's a sunny crisp day and the next it's raining. Not so fun. That's why you need to pack for winter travel with layers in mind! I also like to adopt the attitude of never letting the rain stop me (bar an actual torrential storm) and always find a way to get out and enjoy it anyway.
While the length of days in the shoulder season in Europe shouldn't be a problem, in the dead of winter the daylight hours can be very short if you go north! I have distinctly unfond memories of going to work in the dark and going home in the dark in the middle of winter.
When I think of travelling in Europe I not only have memories of sunbaked lands and turquoise waters, but I also think fondly of wrapping up in winter coats and scarves and sitting in some old town square, warming my hands with a mulled wine. If you want a cheap time to travel to Europe and not have to worry about the crowds, then trust me, winter is the best time to go. Don't let the weather put you off, and get planning your next trip to Europe!
Have I convinced you that the best time to visit Europe is offseason?
This is a lovely post full of sound wisdom Sonya. I love traveling in Europe in the shoulder seasons. I have not been there during winter in many many years. Maybe it's time to change that.
Great post, with a lot of great information, that I also happen to agree with. I recently moved to Paris from Florida, so getting used to the cold is definitely a priority for me :D, especially since it's only the beginning of October! It's quite obvious that the crowds have died down since I've first got here, but they're not totally gone just yet.
Thanks Michael! I'm not sure Paris ever truly goes quiet, but I visited in January and loved not having so many people about! You'l definitely notice a difference in climate from Florida. I think it's lovely though, especially when you can really see the change in seasons. Best of luck!
GREAT list of tips for traveling in this lovely season! From your mention of snuggly clothes at the outset, I knew I'd found a kindred spirit in this post 🙂 I just love fall. The crisp, cool weather feels like rebirth to me, even if for a lot of people it means spending more time indoors. For me it means going running whenever I want and really enjoying a midday coffee (nice cozy mug and everything – I didn't even realize how American I am until I got to Europe, haha).
Thanks so much for your lovely comment Nicole! And you're so right about any time being the best time! When I moved to Vancouver Island in Canada in the rainy season I really learnt that lesson, and ever since then I don't care what the weather's like, I just make the best of it. I've just moved back to Spain so the summer is never-ending for me right now, but looking forward to a slight cool down soon! Bring on snuggly clothes!
I completely agree with you! Off-peak travel is the absolute best. Some of my best Europe trips have been in the winter months. Fantastic post!
Great post! Those are all good reasons. I agree about fall in Europe…it is fabulous and thanks for all the great ideas. Christmas markets on my list for sure!
I spent a year in the Czech Republic, and let's be clear that most of that year was Winter and you're so right, it is a snuggly and new way to travel. German Xmas markets are the best! Plus in Iceland all the budget accommodation is booked up in summer- I ended up staying in a tent- but like you say in Winter a flight and place to stay would be easy.
Haha I know what you mean about most of the year being winter, I had the same in the UK! I think Iceland must be amazing at any time of year, but if I go another time it'll be winter once again!
I'm in France for a year and I'm SO excited to do some fall/winter exploring in nearby countries! Love this post!
Make the most of the opportunity! There's so many great places in that area and the markets and everything too. Have fun!
I have yet to travel off season more. Thanks for reminding me of the benefits especially the cost part and less crowd. It's just that i'm a mountain lover so off season means a bit different – it can be life and death! But cities..yes! You're absolutely on point. Enjoyed the post. Keep it going.
Mountains for the summer and cities for the winter then? Sounds like a plan to me haha. Thank you!
Great post! The winter doesn't seem so bad! I come from Canada so I can bet it's not THAT much colder!
I totally agree! I'm in Ohrid, Macedonia now and it's so quiet and peaceful. It's hard to imagine how chaotic it is in the summer! Plus the hostels are emptier… = less snoring and alarms! Win!
Lovely post! I'm from the UK and tend to avoid going anywhere between June and August because of school holidays – everywhere is crowded, overpriced and full of screaming kids. Spring and Autumn are much better!
I totally agree Caroline! And prices seem to go through the roof too. When I was living in the UK I loved escaping in April/May and then September/October to make the summer feel much longer.
I love the off season, everywhere in the world, but spring and autumn are the best for European exploration. I do favour Spring over Autumn because the weather seems less unpredictable and there usually all kinds of festivities and exciting things that happen only once a year.
We were those people, going once a year on vacation in summer, but our trip around the world changed that! We agreed to go somewhere every month, rain or shine. People tend to forget that all seasons have their own beauty and everything looks different when covered in snow. I love markets in general, and Christmas markets in particular, 'cause they're so cosy! Drinking alcohol infused hot chocolate (I hate mulled wine) and looking at cool things you won't buy. Magical is indeed the right word for them! Great post, Sonja!
It's so true! I used to be the same until I went on my study abroad in the wet season where I was in Canada, then I realised it doesn't matter! I've had hot pics and apple juice at Christmas markets in the UK too by the way, which was delicious, and I agree alcohol infused hot chocolate is delicious.
Totally in favour of off-season travelling as well!
There's just so many great benefits!
It's like once September/October hits everyone buckles down until Christmas, but I love to get out and travel then!
Yay! Heading to Europe in a week. So excited for the Christmas markets!!!!Preparing myself for the cold weather but I hate crowds so it suits me great!! Where in nz are you from? Me, Chch. Always so many kiwis and Aussies to meet on the road though.
Exciting! I'm sure you'll love it! It really is a great time to go. At least they have really cool coats, boots and scarves and stuff here so I kind of like getting all wrapped up to go out. Not like at home! I'm from Feilding, but also lived in Palmerston North and then Wellington for uni. It's been awhile though! There are a lot of us travelling haha.
Totally agree with everything here! Santorini in September was one of the best weeks I've had on my RTW trip for many of these reasons. And anything it hasn't satisfied, London in October is checking off!
I loved Santorini in September! The weather was still amazing but I think there were a lot less people. Such an amazing place!
Off season travel is my favourite time to travel anywhere (including Asia).. I love it when I've got an entire place to myself and it's always nice to observe how different places cope in the winter/rainy months. Things are definitely so much cheaper and more affordable which is a BIG bonus – and my friends wonder how I always manage to have money to travel hahah.
Me too! It's always interesting to see how things are in a place where everything you hear about it is in a certain season. I love how much cheaper it can be, and if you go in the shoulder season sometimes it's just the same anyway!
Cool post. I agree, we love travelling in shoulder season and your little tip about Greece and Spain in Oct is a really good one. Sooooo much cheaper than August and still so pleasant.
A bit devo about the elusive Northern Lights, still yet to catch them!
Thanks! Today is the first coldish day I've had in southern Spain, it's been better than a UK summer here all October! And the price definitely drops :). I'm still chasing a good show of them too! Fingers crossed for us.
I agree with what you've said and first of all it is good to see someone raising this point. It is entirely a different experience traveling during off-season. I am from india and I have been to amsterdam on a sole trip in month of november the last year and I've been living in sweden for a certain period & experienced most of the winter over there. Most of us over here generally used to go out on mountainous trips to take part in the skiing organized by erasmus student network. Currently i am totally in love with european culture and heritage especially with climate.
I think people avoid travelling in winter and don't realise how awesome it can be!