Новости за 16.04.2019

April 9th was the "pub date" set very early in the process of working with my publisher and editor. Like an expectant mother, I marked this date in the calendar of my mind. I said it out loud so many times, disbelieving the day would ever be real. There were times I thought of this date with excited reverence, other times with dread and fear. How would I ever meet the intense deadlines necessary for April 9th to be real? 

Russell Wilson is blessed and that is all!

The Seattle Seahawks just made their starting quarterback the highest NFL player in the game.

According to ESPN, the Seahawks and Wilson have reached an agreement on a four-year, $140 million extension that includes a $65 million signing bonus and makes the quarterback the highest-paid player in the NFL.

With the four years added to his contract, Wilson is contractually tied to the Seahawks through the 2023 season, according to the outlet. Читать дальше...

Sedo released their weekly sales and ia.de led the way at 55,000 Euros, ($62,056). Lootjes.nl 29,500 Euros, ($33,295) just edged out KPO.com $33,000 for the number two spot.

Hellboy has been caught between worlds for many years now and grown up on earth. So he is stuck between the supernatural and human and must battle to help his "father" Professor Broom and the agents in both the US and UK.

So you just received the most beautiful bouquet of flowers and you need to find them a home before they start to wilt. You check your stash of vases but you are not sure which one to use. While some might think that a vase is a vase and anything will do, this could not be further from the truth. Different vases suit different bouquets for different reasons. There are so many different factors to consider including height, size and style. Here are some of the most popular vases and jars that you... Читать дальше...

I’m super excited to be relaunching the website after a good five-month hiatus from blogging! One of the new year’s resolutions this year is to be a little bit more focused and committed to creating an online resource for you guys – which is something that has unfortunately fallen into the back burner ever since I’ve started teaching and got really busy with my job. Not only did the website receive a facelift, but I have also added brand new content and will be introducing new content in the coming... Читать дальше...

Daily haiku and writing prompt (April 16, 2019)

During my cruise to Greece and Italy, I experimented with the moonlight many times. This photo is my favorite. The mountains in the background offer a very dream-like atmosphere, don't you think?

Your turn now! Write a haiku, six-word story or short poem based on the image above. If you prefer publishing the piece on your blog, please link to this prompt there. For example: Poem inspired by Cendrine ...

There is nothing more permanent in life than death and taxes. It is a reality that people have to deal with every year. Whether you’re gainfully employed, running a small business, or an owner of a large company, you still have to file the necessary taxes come tax season. It helps to always have your books balanced so you don’t rush with all the computations as the deadline approaches.

Discover the hottest celebrities spotted under the fashion radar of Fashionista Smile, get a sneak peak of what the collections will be like for the next season and choose your favourite celebrity style.

Do you have recycling bins? Is your company doing it’s part for the environment? Well, this infographic is going to make it easy for you with an office recycling flowchart!

Being that we are so ...

Our home is our castle, so its security (and those who call it home) is is a top priority. But of course, knowing how to beef up your home security is another thing. Luckily with just a few home security tips and simple precautions you can take care of your home and the most important asset of all – the safety of the precious people in our lives.

Handel’s shocking Semele strikes Carnegie Hall. by Paul J. Pelkonen

Mother's Day is approaching and ...

With advancements being made in technology, it's started entering the world of jackets too. With materials such as Gore-Tex being made, it becomes easier to find jackets that are comfortable, water-resistant and light on the body.

Highlighters have been the latest ...

Last fall I shared a story about the completion of The Great Trail, Canada's spectacular hiking route that crosses the entire country east to west, and stretches all the way north to the Arctic. The route is the culmination of more than 20 years of work and links up a network of existing trails to create a single 24,000 km (14,912 mile) through hike that is amongst the longest and most varied on the planet. Of course, it wasn't long after that that we received word of the first thru-hiker to complete the entire route. Читать дальше...

My Latest in Winebusiness.com:

Beck Family Estates Unveils New Pinot Noir and Chardonnay Project Abbott Claim in Yamhill-Carlton

By L.M. Archer

Carlton, Ore. – Beck Family Estates has unveiled Abbott Claim, their newest Pinot Noir and Chardonnay project in Yamhill-Carlton AVA.

Abbott Claim comprises nearly 60 acres of vineyards and a state-of-the-art winery co-designed by Antony Beck and winemaker ...

Expedia is a popular travel website used to book flights, hotels and car hire. For frequent travellers, Expedia can help you to organise trips and save money on your flights, hotels and car hire by comparing prices from different websites.

Today co-anchor Hoda Kotb announced that she has adopted another baby girl.

@ Budapest, Hungary

March 2019

It took my third trip to Budapest to be prepared for the shuttle bus drive by of the aircraft displays of the Aeropark Aviation Museum.  MALÉV Hungarian Airlines was the flag carrier of Hungary from 1946 until 2012.  The Ilyushin Il-18 is a large turboprop airliner that first flew in 1957 and became one of the best known and durable Soviet aircraft of its era. The Il-18 was one of the world’s principal airliners for several decades and was widely exported. Читать дальше...