#the rest varies from 80-40%

[agentem]

Another thing about Agatha All Along I have a question about is the colors of magic.

Each of the witches in the Coven have a different color of magic. This is a good idea so visually you know who is doing things when characters fight.

But it's also implied by the trials and the ballad that different types of magic are associated with different colors. Like green witches have green magic. But I would like to know if the color is because of the type of witch they are or just, like, the color of their soul--who that character is.

Like Wanda has red magic. Alice is also associated with the color red, but it is slightly orange-r, if that is a word. Hers is more like a flame, than a straight bolt of red. The show is purposeful about that. The leaves on the way to the fire trial are orange and red too, whereas the leaves on the rest of the road are varying shades of blue, purple, yellow, and green. But they are all one color, you know?

Most of the covens that are shown all have the same color: the Salemites from WandaVision have blue magic, the first Coven Agatha kills (with the woman who barged up to her at Nicky's grave, fuck that lady) have yellow magic, the murdered Victorian coven has orangey magic, the murdered 30s/40s Coven has blue magic, [i can't see the color of the magic of the 80s Coven)

But "our" Coven is many different colors. They are a rainbow. Are they unique? Or are most covens of all the same type of magic user?

There is something about how Agatha's magic is purple and the Salemites have blue, that makes me think that is how they know she is the "wrong" type of witch. Or Agatha did something to make her magic purple? Or did they just want to kill her because she was (naturally) different?

And, if Billy has blue magic, does that mean his magic is similar to Agatha's mother? (Billy's is a darker shade so we might be in the Wanda's magic vs. Alice's magic situation. Maximoffs are just so special they get their own magic?)

But then if Agatha learned blue magic--or whatever it is called--growing up, is she a good person to teach him? Or is his a darker shade of blue so it's not the same kind of magic? Or is this just a visual language that says nothing about the type of person or magic the person wields?

Can we assume the yellow coven, with the bitch who interrupted Agatha's funeral for her son, was a coven of divination witches? Maybe she was bopping around time and didn"t realize how rude it was to interrupt a funeral? Wow now I am the bitch.

Jac Schaeffer called Agatha a "spirit witch." Are there other spirit witches with purple magic? Or is it just Agatha? Can Agatha tell by looking at them what kind of magic they have or would have? Can she tell HOW MUCH power someone has? She doesn't seem to recognize a lot of power in Billy until the Door actually does open? But she also seems to show deference to Lilia by telling her about how to not get killed? Or is that deference just because Lilia is older?

I want to read into this but I am not sure I should.

[sealz888]

COMMISSIONS OPEN!

Hello everyone! Since the University is winding down for the rest of the year, I am reposting my commission sheet. Commissions will go towards saving for living and university!

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[lovezbrownies]

I had this question on my head for a while. But are all the OCs from the same universe? Like same planet but just different places and or time compared to other OCs? Or is there like a respective different timeline for one compared to another because idk if we ever got clarification on it completely yet

I WANTED TO POST ABOUT THIS FOR SOO LONG BUT IDK I FELT LIKE NO ONE WOULD GAF 😖

Thank you anon. Youve saved me. ALL HAIL ANON!

anyway! At first when I made my blog, yes. Everyone is from the same universe same shitty plot line! Siolis, Gen, Grim, Nia, Red, and Julie have been my ocs for a while, with Gen and Grim being my oldest ocs at a whopping 11 years old 😭 they all came from a connected story, Gen used to be something else completely different but when I wrote the blog I felt like it wouldn’t make much sense unless i made 50 fics first about the plot and lore of the world which would’ve been a bit much !

If we are story focused, whenever I do write a story with these 6 and its serious it’s usually set in the universe of the story ifykwim? If i write cute short stories where I focus more on comedy and enjoyment rather than my usual writing I tend to stray a bit away from the plot and just have fun!

With that being said the og 6 + Lauren and Lorelai are all from a completely fantastical unrealistic world with magic systems and kingdoms with varying degrees of technological advancements! Though Lauren and Lorelai are unfortunately disconnected from the story and plotline so their stories are just normal people stories yk?

Also for convenience sake, let’s call og plot fantasy au Solra and the new non plot mythical normal au Thorne.

With that aside, the latest characters, Yuna, Selene, and Emma, are all in a more modern no plot, mythical universe. Like an alternate universe of the original one. Personally, I didn’t feel like it would make the most sense having all types of mythical and magical creatures in one universe, like a magic systems + werewolves and vamps i do nawt fw it it seems a bit much ig?

When I started making the new ocs, I wanted to make something simpler, something less set in stone and easily constructed and deconstructed, i wanted to make a world where I could make something up and never have to search and look whether I already mentioned it or not, or try as hard as I could to remember a certain small yet important piece of the plot. So, long story short, two AUs, one is more plot-driven and canon, while the other is for fun and can be as fucked and modern as i want it to be !

On the matter of timelines, some ocs are much older than the rest, while others are much younger. Siolis being the youngest in Solra and Julie the oldest! In Thorne I took a creative approach and just yolo’d until this ask. If I had to think of it, I’d think Selene would be the oldest, and Yuna the youngest. When I say oldest snd youngest doesn’t mean that they’re all alive during the same time oh no no lol

Julie would be born before Nia, during her story she is around 32 when she brings Lauren in, but usually her other stories are set earlier when she’s in her mid to late twenties. She is born about 20 years prior to Nia, making her in present time of the plot about 92 but she mysteriously disappeared 40 years before then so she’s presumed dead.

Nia is born 14 years before Grim and Gen, during her story she is about 29, sometimes younger sometimes older depending on the fic with her! Present timeline she is 72 years old and alive but not well.

Grim is two years older than his younger sister Gen, during his story he is 34-36 in his story and Gen 32-34! During present timeline they would be 58 and 56 respectively.

Grim adopts Red and Siolis at about 39 years old, Siolis at 5 years old and Red at 10 years old! During the story they are 24 and 29 respectively!

Within the Thorne au, Selene would be the oldest, probably born somewhere in the 80s/90s, Yuna born in the early 2000's, and Emma being born in the late 90's but her story is set in the future :3 like think

so while they all exist universally, yes there are different timelines and universes!

Oh and Yuna can logistically exist in either universe without much change, no magic and no mythical side of her, normal idol!

(also sometimes i get scared you guys would judge me and skim over the magical parts of my fics or try to hint at it a lil like Siolis' recent fic Celibate where at the end i had written that the door was locked by using Siolis using their magic, after the fact Reader sees green particles float about them, a little effect of using their magic while not paying attention at all :3

anyways take all of this with a grain of salt, a lot of the fics coming up either revolve around Darling or are silly cute fluffy ones! I also find it hard to explain lore and magic systems to people, and i also get really embarrassed. So much on being cringing cringe and not caring ;;

[yurithechaoslord]

Hi, I'm Yuri. I made this account during my ✨preteen cringe phase✨ and I didn't use it for much. It was forgotten for years, but a few months ago I got reminded of its existence. Still, I only used it to like post and occasionally comment. About a week and half ago I was like "I'mma make an Uberhood in The Sims 2". While researching how to do it, I found Pixu's account ( https://pixuou.tumblr.com/ultimatehood https://youtu.be/qIQ4lD_ynJI?si=o0JYn1pEDX9YBuC4 ) and got inspired to use Tumblr as a way to record my gameplay and stories I make about the little pixel people. For those who want to know me a little better, I'm a sleep-deprived biotechnology student from Poland. I'm a lesbian in 20s, who's often described as chaotic. Also, from time to time, I might post art since I like to draw. And I enabled the ask option, if anyone is interested in that. So back to the Hyperfixationhood- Uberhood... Basically, it's a way to play every The Sims 2 neighborhood on one savefile. The setup is fairly easy, you need to pick your main hood and then add other ones as subhoods. I'm playing with Pleasantview as my main hood with added Strangetown, Veronaville, Bluewater Village, Riverblossom Hills, Desiderata Valley, Belladonna Cove, and a custom Downtown ( https://katatty.tumblr.com/post/645638968277417984/im-delighted-to-present-at-last-my-fully-madeover I think it doesn't have any Sims, but adds extra space). I also added all 3 universities (Sim State University, Academie Le Tour, La Fiesta Tech), all 3 vacation destinations (Takemizu Village, Three Lakes, Twikkii Island), and all the Sims from the Stealth Hoods. I use the clean versions for each of those. That was the easy part. Because of the discovery of baby face templates ( https://youtu.be/MFhXpq8E8eQ?si=BWxl77sX-Rg5dmFC ), I decided I wanted my Sims to have genetic infant faces. Every hood had its "babyfied" version. ...Except Belladonna Cove and Desiderata Valley. But I found a tutorial by ivycopur on how to create Sims with baby face templates ( https://ivycopur.dreamwidth.org/439.html ), so I was like "I'mma do it myself". Honestly, it wasn't that hard, just took a lot of time. General gameplay information and rules:

- I'm playing rotationally with each family, but the order of the households varies.

* The very first round (Round 0) will last 2 days, and the rest of the rounds will last 6 days.

- I made myself a custom livespan and custom pregnancy duration, using this tutorial https://s2idownloads.blogspot.com/2016/10/new-tutorial-create-new-pregnancyspan.html?m=1

* Sim pregnancy lasts 36 h, and pet pregnancy lasts 12-24 h.

* 1 day = 6 months

Baby - 2 days (0 - 1 year)

Toddler - 10 days (1 - 6 years)

Child - 14 days (6 - 13 years)

Teen - 18 days (13 - 22 years)

Adult - 76 days (22 - 60 years)

Elder - 20- 40 days (70 - 80 years)

- I'm marking the starting year as 2004 since that's when the game was released. Plus it will be funny when I eventually get into the far future, but the technology won't change much.

- I'm choosing my Sims aspirations, one true hobby and job with the help of a calculator made by Marticore ( https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/15qEDgAZI6Lk8IGKfRmemPYftl5n-mmjOt2CyA5e8dmY/edit?gid=1882396550#gid=1882396550 ).

- I'm using ACR to choose my Sims' sexuality when they become teenagers, but sometimes I pick it myself if I find it fitting (for example, I headcanon Beau Broke as a gay man).

- I'm using several supernatural mods that change the mechanics of occult Sims, found in this video https://youtu.be/FcbEoMHxpo8?si=9hNBwhv9HjEiv6Zl , but I didn't pick all of them. The most notable ones I added to my game are Alien superpowers, children and teen Plantsims, toddler and child Vampires, child Werewolves, toddler and child Witches, and Fairies as a new occult.

* I have supernatural skins as custom skin tones ( https://modthesims.info/download.php?t=284759 ), and I will change Sim's genetics if they become occult (for example, a Plantsim will get a Plantsim skin in their DNA).

- I'm using The Traits Project mod, which adds The Sims 3 traits to The Sims 2 ( https://hexagonal-bipyramid.tumblr.com/traitsProject ), and the farmhand trait ( https://fireflowersims.tumblr.com/post/651840507529543680/the-3t2-traits-and-the-medieval-caste-expansion ).

* I will randomize Sim's traits, but if a Sim gives me a specific vibe, I will pick a trait myself.

* Toddlers get 2 traits, children get 3 traits, teenagers get 4 traits, and adults (and elders) get 5 traits.

* Each Sim will get at least one trait after mom and at least one trait after dad.

* I also have a chronic illness trait mod ( https://modthesims.info/download.php?t=673581 ). I will give it to my Sims if the pregnancy passes terribly, if the Death by Childbirth mod takes effect, or if it fits story-wise.

- Most of the time I do the want-based gameplay, unless I have a story planned. I guess my style of gameplay is half-wants-based?

- Knowledge Sims always go to college, Sims with other aspirations go if they have a want at the end of the teen lifestage, or if it fits the story. The Capp family always goes to college. College is frozen time.

- Teens can get a job when they turn 16 yo, no sooner.

- If more than half of the household has corresponding wants to get a pet, they will get one.

- I’m working on a spreadsheet that will help me track and control my gameplay. ( https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1O0DuFTiIFk5nLzxGj3mWXrXrlPaCKBp5iXRbJfvoJSw/edit?usp=sharing ) - work in progress Also, I'm going to mark my Uberhood posts with the tag "Organized Chaos in Uberhood". The neighborhoods I used - https://www.tumblr.com/yurithechaoslord/778671800905351168/heres-the-list-of-links-to-the-neighborhoods-i?source=share

List of community lots - https://www.tumblr.com/yurithechaoslord/779474808333385728/heres-the-community-lots-list-i-added-several?source=share

List of careers and workplaces - https://www.tumblr.com/yurithechaoslord/780001836126142464/careers-and-workplaces?source=share

List of custom majors - https://www.tumblr.com/yurithechaoslord/781089082041384960/my-custom-university-majors-agriculture?source=share

[pix4japan]

A Scenic Drive through Izu via the Izu Skyline

Location: Izu Skyline, Shizuoka, Japan Timestamps: 15:05 on February 14, 2024

Pentax K-1 II + DFA 28-105mm F3.5-5.6 + CP 105 mm ISO 100 for 1/160 sec. at ƒ/8.0

Leaving the lovely Kawazu Cherry Blossom Festival in Kawazu, Shizuoka Prefecture, my journey continued northward on Route 135, a picturesque two-lane highway that closely hugs the eastern coastline of the Izu Peninsula.

From Route 135, heading west on Prefectural Road 80 for a brief 10-minute drive (6 km) to reach the breathtaking Izu Skyline, a well-known toll road that extends over 40 km along the eastern Izu ridgeline and connects Atami Pass to the Amagi Plateau.

Toll charges vary based on the chosen interchange, ranging from 220 yen to 1,000 yen. It's important to note that the Izu Skyline only accepts cash payments; ETC or credit card transactions are not available.

The Izu Skyline boasts multiple rest stops where drivers can safely pull over and take a break and stretch their legs, give their dogs some exercise, and capture stunning photos of the windswept landscape and panoramic views of Mt. Fuji.

This shot shows a hint of the city of Susono, nestled near the southwestern base of Mt. Fuji. Despite the overcast skies, the slow-moving clouds delicately hovered high enough above the peak of Mt. Fuji, offering a clear and iconic view of one of Japan’s most revered symbols.

My latest write-up (a 2-min. read) is a bit more extensive with a short history of the Izu Skyline, and includes links to the interchanges I took, and links to sources of English guides highlighting attractions you can enjoy on the Izu Skyline (https://www.pix4japan.com/blog/20240214-izu-skyline).

[randomvarious]

Today's compilation:

World Domination or Death, Vol. 1 1990 Alternative Rock / Indie Rock / Goth Rock / Thrash Metal

So, according to a 1988 Rolling Stone profile that I just read about Björk's old band, The Sugarcubes, and the Icelandic music scene more broadly, the small island nation was pretty musically desolate until about 1981, when UK punk had finally made its way up there. And even after that, Iceland still only had one TV station and one radio station well into the 80s—both of which were state-owned—and the radio station almost exclusively played US top 40 fare.

So, given that landscape, it's then pretty remarkable just how downright weird Icelandic music managed to get so quickly by 1990, which is when this pretty eclectic sampler from The Sugarcubes' own label, Smekkleysa (Bad Taste in English), was released; because it wasn't like Icelanders had a collective easy access to any avantgarde traditions, and they certainly hadn't been organically forging their own either. But if all you and your fellow countrymen have access to for decades is US hits, then I guess the eventual backlash to that can and will turn out to be severe.

So, here's a strange brew of alternative Icelandic tunes that were recorded and released between 1986 and 1990. This label showcase's biggest draw is, naturally, The Sugarcubes, who were one of the first bands to ever receive attention from outside of Iceland (the first was jazz fusion band Mezzoforte; h/t to @dropdead-celebration), when their song, "Birthday," managed to peak at #2 on the UK's Indie chart in 1987, which then caused industry types and journalists to flock to the country itself in order to investigate just what the hell the conditions were like in this small, isolated nation that could lead a band to make something that sounds like that.

But while their exclusive, "My March," received its own sticker on the front of the CD's jewel case—so you'd know that this album had The Sugarcubes on it without having to pick it up and then turn it around in order to view its tracklist—there's actually another band on here that plays the nutty, hall-of-mirrors Sugarcubes style on here too, and with a very similar type of touched little girl vocalizations as Björk as well, but their pair of contributions are, dare I say it, actually better?

Reptile is a band that comes with the following assortment of instruments: your standard drums, guitar, bass, and keyboards, but also a saxophone, a violin, a banjo, and a marimba too. And while that combination sounds like something a bunch of smirking college stoners would probably torture their fellow classmates with, this group actually seems to squeeze out the best sound that anyone possibly ever could with what they have. "Gun Fun," which also appears on their only album, 1990's Fame and Fossils, and their exclusive, "Ó," really do sound a whole lot better than you'd think; a pair of quirky tunes that are unpredictably fun as hell.

But this album's not just made up of a Sugarcubes-type sound; there's also goth rock, thrash metal, industrial, even rockabilly, and also a band called Daisy Hill Puppy Farm (named after Snoopy's home), who deliver a song that totally flies in the face of the vibe that you'd think a band with that name would have; "Young Blood," which also ended up leading their final release, a 1989 12-inch called Spraycan, is a great, ploddingly heavy, downtempo indie rocker that sounds like it came from the States.

So, truth be told, I did not really end up enjoying most of this album, but it's still definitely interesting and worth it to hear some of the varied sounds that this little country that seemed to be pretty culturally isolated from the rest of the world for a really long time for was able to muster in such short order. Other places with far more ease in their many avenues of cultural access seem to have taken a whole lot longer to get to a similar point of weirdness when compared to this small island nation. And while weird stuff tends to stay underground and indie most everywhere else, it seems to not only just rise to Iceland's mainstream, but it becomes their most popular music attraction, overall.

Highlights:

Reptile - "Gun Fun" Reptile - "Ó" Daisy Hill Puppy Farm - "Youngblood"

[grassberry1234]

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[udaipurtaxis-blog]

Udaipur's allure lies in its harmonious blend of history

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You know what? I just spent 3 hours writing up a pair of youtube comments about the misinformation on display here (ZERO games are listed as being $90 USD for a physical copy. Zero. None. Some jackass saw one listed as 90 Euros and went "Oh so $90 USD?" and now it's everywhere. The known prices for physical copies of games on the Switch 2 range from $40 USD for Bravely Default [which uses the shitty key cart system] to $80 for Mario Kart World, with Donkey Kong Bananza being listed at $70 physical and NOT using the key kart system)

If you see ANYWHERE selling it for $90 retail, that is the retailer jacking up the price themselves. This took me two seconds to look up. $80 for a game is still a price increase for sure, but there's a huge difference between a price increase from $70 to $80 and a price increase from $70 to $90, let alone stating that physical games will be more expensive or that "Physical switch 2 games cost $90." You're welcome to be upset about a game costing $80, but stop claiming or even implying that all games by a publisher will now cost $90, it's provably untrue and extremely reductive. Rentals no longer being a thing fucking sucks and I agree with that, but for the rest of these points..... Misinformation and "Unfair" points always piss me off royally, likely due to my autism. We are in a cost of living crisis, people are justified in being unhappy, even UPSET about price increases, people should support indie games more, devs are not paid enough. But the price increases deserve to be looked at in closer detail WITHOUT misinformation and hyperbole, especially because the price of games hasn't been adjusted for inflation since the days of the NES despite production costs for large scale games increasing exponentially, combined with the fact that major publishers seem dead set on most of their game releases being the exact same price regardless of whether the development costs or amount of content are comparable which has caused, well, "Video game prices and their effects on development" are a pretty complex issue that goes past the points of "Support indie devs" and "So far all claims that Switch 2 games cost $90 are (AT PRESENT) provably bullshit and you do everybody a disservice when you spread information that's provably bullshit" But let's talk about the increase in price for the console (copy and pasted from my comment on Youtube, which also features discussions of the false rumors of switch games costing $90, goes over the ACTUAL known prices of switch games including the fact that Street Fighter 6 is $60 CHEAPER on the switch 2 than it is on Steam, the situation with "key carts", and my views on the console's tech demo costing $6 instead of being included for free):

Regarding the price of the console, in addition to the spec changes (the massive memory increase, the OLED screen [a switch OLED is $350], the increased framerate, now having a built in microphone, etc. etc) being things that, alongside inflation, would already make one expect a price increase, there's two core changes that are absolutely going to hike the price up from a production standpoint: The Controllers and the dock.

The original switch dock is basically just some cheap plastic with a USB port and an HDMI port. This one comes with a cooling system (of a quality that we don't know yet.) The price and manufacturing costs can vary quite a bit between cooling systems but that dock is suddenly a lot harder to manufacture than a plastic box with a hinge, usb ports, HDMI, and a circuitboard.

A Switch 1 dock set has an MSRP of $60 according to Nintendo's website and I will tell you that is absolutely huge markup. A Nintendo Switch 2 dockset has an MSRP of $106 USD. How much of a markup over production costs that is is something we'll find out when it comes out but if we assume it's roughly the same amount, that's the dock adding $40 to the console's price at base, and if we want to be generous, we can say that Nintendo's markup isn't as high for the switch 2's dock and that it's actually adding $50-60 to the console's price.

Then there's the controllers. The entire presentation I was going "Fuck, these controllers are going to be so much more expensive." In addition to the normal Joycons being $79.99 already according to walmart, THESE ones now simultaneously have NFC on both instead of 1, function as computer mice, have the switch-facing shoulder buttons switched from plastic to steel, are apparently made to adhere to the console using electromagnetism (THROUGH the buttons that are also supposed to work as shoulder buttons if I'm understanding correctly?!?), allegedly have improved tracking and rumble, and, I am hoping and praying, less of an issue with drift.

ANY ONE of these features would prompt most second party controller manufacturers to jack up the price $10-$20 (even WITHOUT many new features, the price for PS4 controllers jumped from $50 to $70 although I may be getting launch price incorrect here).

The listed price of a Switch 2 joycon set on Nintendo's website: $89.99. Now this price hurts, a lot. It costs more than even the most expensive Switch 2 game (because again, there is no record of physical switch games costing $90)..... But it's also only a $10 price increase. According to the Department of Labor Statistics, the price of new joycons for the original switch adjusted for inflation, if they were exactly the same with ZERO new features would be $105.12 Again, that is WITHOUT new features.

So once again, the price of the new controllers STILL HURTS especially because we are frankly in the middle of a cost of living crisis, but not only is the increase in price for them only $10, but even WITH the price increase it costs less than the original joycons when adjusted for inflation.

So let's go back to the console price. Again, a switch OLED is $350. So the Switch 2 is effectively a $100 increase in price from that which is..... Frankly not that bad? Especially as going STRICTLY by MSRP increase of the included accessories ($40 more for the dock, $10 more for the joycons), that accounts for at least half of the price increase, completely ignoring the improvements to the console hardware itself.

However, again, it hurts cuz we're in a cost of living crisis, but as it is, the Switch 2:

Has comparable specs to a PS4 (not comparable to a PS5 but also keep in mind most people's reaction to PS5's improvements over the PS4 was "I literally cannot tell the difference")

Lets people play physical games UNLIKE the PS5

Is Portable unlike the PS5

Has a cheaper base subscription price for online capability than PS5 ($20 compared to Sony's $80 a year)

Has a cheaper PREMIUM online subscription price than Sony's CHEAPEST, bare bones online subscription price ($50 a year for Nintendo Online Premium, $80 a year for PSN basic, $134 for PSN Extra, and $150 for PSN Premium)

And still costs less than a PS5.

Actually, although seller prices vary wildly, it is still cheaper than many listings for a Playstation 4.

So again, while all of this is definitely worth discussing and understandable to feel disappointed by, and I still dislike a lot of Nintendo's company practices...... frankly even on a console and peripheral price standpoint I think that a lot of the increases are relatively reasonable and still better than its current competitors when one takes the time to compare them.

HOWEVER, a Steam Deck with comparable storage space is still $100 cheaper than a switch 2, (even though again, all currently known switch 2 games that are also on Steam cost the same or less than said games on Steam and there's a bunch of other hardware differences and quality of life on the switch 2 that make me feel like the prices aren't REALLY comparable. I'd just be remiss not to mention it at all.) Also, NOT on my youtube post but relevant to this one: $50 is an extremely average price for a high quality webcam with a stand (And I BELIEVE initial reports is that multiple preexisting webcams will also work with the console), and the SD card prices listed are ones for already existing SD cards in the format in general, nothing to do with Nintendo.

You have got to be FUCKING kidding me!! Holyshit bro... these motherfuckers are too comfortable with price increases...

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The Ultimate Guide to Advanced IELTS Preparation for High Achievers

For high achievers aiming to score above the benchmark on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exam, success requires more than just a basic understanding of English. It demands precision, strategic preparation, and an in-depth mastery of the test’s format. Whether you’re looking to enroll in a top-tier university, boost your career prospects, or qualify for immigration, an exceptional IELTS score can be the key to unlocking new opportunities.

This ultimate guide will walk you through the essentials of advanced IELTS preparation, helping you navigate each section of the test with confidence and expert-level skills.

1. Understand the IELTS Test Structure Inside Out

Before diving into preparation, it’s critical to have a solid understanding of the IELTS test structure. The exam consists of four sections: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking. Each section is carefully designed to assess specific language skills and has its own set of rules, timing, and question types. For high achievers, a deep comprehension of the test format ensures that no surprises arise on test day.

Listening Section:

Test format: Four recorded monologues and conversations (30 minutes)

Focus: Understanding spoken English in various contexts (lectures, conversations, etc.)

Tip for high achievers: Practice listening to diverse English accents from around the world (British, American, Australian, etc.), and focus on understanding the key information quickly.

Reading Section:

Test format: Three long reading passages with 40 questions (60 minutes)

Focus: Skimming, scanning, and deep reading for specific information

Tip for high achievers: Focus on time management, as the reading section requires quick comprehension. Train yourself to spot key details quickly without getting bogged down in less important text.

Writing Section:

Test format: Two tasks (60 minutes)

Focus: Writing a descriptive/analytical essay and interpreting data or information

Tip for high achievers: Practice structuring essays clearly, using complex vocabulary and varied sentence structures. Perfect your ability to write under time pressure, and always aim for cohesion and coherence.

Speaking Section:

Test format: A face-to-face interview with an examiner (11-14 minutes)

Focus: Conversational fluency and pronunciation

Tip for high achievers: Engage in regular speaking practice. Record yourself answering questions and assess your fluency, intonation, and vocabulary. Don’t just memorize answers—practice spontaneous speaking.

2. Identify Your Weaknesses and Strengths

Even if you’re already a strong English speaker, it’s essential to identify areas where you can improve. High achievers don’t rest on their laurels—they seek ways to improve even their best skills.

Start by taking a diagnostic test to pinpoint where you need the most work. This could be time management, listening to different accents, crafting well-organized essays, or refining your speaking fluency. Once you have a clear sense of your strengths and weaknesses, tailor your study plan accordingly.

3. Set Specific, Measurable Goals

To stay focused and track progress, set specific, measurable goals for each section of the IELTS exam. For example:

Listening: Improve listening accuracy from 70% to 90% by practicing with TED Talks, podcasts, and IELTS listening practice tests.

Reading: Aim to reduce your time per passage by 5 minutes and increase your accuracy from 80% to 90%.

Writing: Improve essay coherence and task response score by practicing writing one essay daily and getting feedback from experts.

Speaking: Increase fluency by practicing speaking for 15 minutes daily and engaging in mock speaking tests.

By breaking down your goals and measuring progress, you’ll stay motivated and be able to make adjustments to your strategy when needed.

4. Take Advanced Practice Tests Regularly

Regular practice is one of the cornerstones of advanced IELTS preparation. However, for high achievers, it’s not just about taking any practice test—it’s about simulating real exam conditions.

Timed Practice Tests: Take full-length practice tests under timed conditions. This will help you get comfortable with the pace of the exam and build endurance.

Analyze Your Mistakes: After each practice test, thoroughly review your answers to understand why you got them wrong. This is the best way to avoid making the same mistakes in the future.

Simulate Real-Life Conditions: If possible, practice with a study partner or record yourself during the speaking section. This will help reduce test anxiety and increase your confidence.

5. Fine-Tune Your Writing Skills

The Writing section often poses a challenge, even for advanced students. High achievers must go beyond basic writing skills and focus on achieving perfection in their essays. Here are a few tips:

Master Task 1 and Task 2: Task 1 usually requires you to summarize data (graphs, charts, etc.), while Task 2 involves writing an essay on a given topic. Practice both regularly.

Focus on Coherence and Cohesion: Organize your ideas logically, and make sure each paragraph flows naturally to the next. Use a variety of linking words and phrases.

Elevate Your Vocabulary: High achievers should aim for a wide range of vocabulary, but always use words appropriately. Avoid overusing complex vocabulary or phrases that might sound unnatural.

6. Master Time Management

Time management is crucial for high achievers, especially during the Reading and Writing sections. Here’s how to refine your time management skills:

Reading: Allocate a fixed amount of time per passage, and stick to it. If you can’t answer a question quickly, move on and come back to it later.

Writing: Allocate 20 minutes to Task 1 and 40 minutes to Task 2. It’s easy to get bogged down in the first task, but high achievers know how to balance their time between tasks.

7. Develop a Consistent Study Routine

Consistency is key to reaching a high level of proficiency. Create a study schedule that aligns with your daily routine, and stick to it. Divide your study sessions between different skills (listening, speaking, reading, writing) so that all aspects of your English ability are continuously honed. Incorporate review sessions to revisit your mistakes and ensure that you don’t forget key lessons.

8. Seek Feedback and Constructive Criticism

To reach a top score, feedback is essential. While self-study and practice tests are invaluable, you should also get constructive criticism from experts or IELTS tutors. They can pinpoint areas you might overlook and provide tips on how to improve. For instance, an experienced tutor can help you refine your pronunciation in the Speaking section or provide feedback on your writing style and task completion in the Writing section.

9. Stay Positive and Manage Stress

Preparing for a high-stakes test like IELTS can sometimes feel overwhelming. High achievers maintain mental resilience throughout their preparation by staying positive, setting realistic expectations, and managing stress effectively. Engage in relaxation techniques, take regular breaks, and maintain a healthy lifestyle to keep your mind sharp.

10. Take Mock Speaking Tests

For the Speaking section, it’s important to practice speaking on the spot. The IELTS speaking test is an interaction with an examiner, so regular mock tests will help you build confidence and fluency. Consider using language exchange platforms, joining IELTS speaking groups, or even working with a tutor to simulate real-life speaking conditions.

Conclusion

Preparing for the IELTS exam at an advanced level is all about strategic, focused, and disciplined practice. High achievers know that success comes from not just improving language skills but also mastering test-taking strategies, time management, and maintaining a growth mindset.

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Movement is everything to our species, both metaphorically and physically. Without it, we are static, listing, without direction, traveling to no destination other than our present. Embracing movement is chasing the future, which is almost exactly what being active represents to me. When I am training, I constantly keep in mind the goal of a stronger, more functionally capable body, both for years time and equally for 40 years time. Without movement, we would waste away, our bodies and souls would atrophy, but the struggle and the journey are what gives us the stories and purpose of existence. It’s a pretty fundamental recognition. In a world where we move less than ever in our sedentary lives, where it’s considered ‘normal’ to sit in front of a screen for up to 10 hours a day, only arising to use the restroom… remaining active and moving where possible is of utmost importance. This post is a collaboration with Matalan, as part of their Value of Movement campaign, which totally resonates with my entire ethos. Click MORE to see my top reasons & ways to get moving right now… BUT FIRST, A LIGHT STATISTICAL OBSERVATION… The UN notes that a quarter of all Brits are obese, with levels in excess of Spain, Germany, and France. There are in excess of 20 million souls who are without physical activity in this country, per the British Heart Foundation (sub 150 mins activity per week). They also noted that the average person spends 1/5 of his/her life sitting down, or put another way just under 80 days of each year seated; and yet inactivity is a cause of about 10% of all premature deaths from heart disease, and 15% for any cause. WHAT’S THE ANSWER? Well, activity, clearly! However, one must be realistic; the dilemma of new clients is often that you want to be active but it’s genuinely not feasible, with work and life commitments interfering with the best-made activity plans. You simply can’t get to the gym 5 times a week. However, I would argue that your health is the most important investment you’ll ever make; it’s the one thing you carry with you for the rest of your life, and if you neglect it near-term, you’ll suffer long-term. Embracing motion is the only way around this.  Therefore here are a few tricks that can help you incorporate exercise into every day, even as part busy life. Aside from that, keeping active will keep you motivated. Just a little activity every day deploys endorphins and reminds you just how great it feels to be active, with the benefit that your body will gather incremental strength each time, and the exercises will become easier. Heading out even for a brisk 20-minute walk will lift the mood, and trigger a release of happy hormones, which in turn help keep you positive and motivated. ONE) POWER WALKING IS A SUPERB WAY TO EMBRACE MOVEMENT… Yes, it works, it’s not meant to be a leisurely stroll but one that you literally power through. I recommend to most of my clients who have started training for the first time to aim to achieve >10,000 steps (at least) per day. Invest in a step counter of sorts (Apple Watch does the job beautifully for me), or most mobiles with an accelerometer will have this feature to help calculate your daily steps. By checking in on this throughout the day it’ll help you ensure you don’t leave it until late last minute before bedtime, and spread the activity as you go through the day. HOW TO? – For an indoor treadmill, I’d suggest that a person of medium fitness should aim for a gradient of 7% with a speed of 7km/h. However, this completely varies depending on your fitness level. Ultimately, if you’re outside/indoors you should be thinking ‘this is tough’. You want it to feel almost like a jog although you’re walking – the same sensations are triggered; a raised heartbeat, a light sweat and the feeling of being slightly out of breath.– Ensure the arms are at a 90-degree angle– Maintain good posture throughout– Engage your core and squeeze your glutes.– Avoid looking at the ground, instead gaze forward with intent.– Ensure you have comfortable walking shoes– Bring water to stay well hydrated– I’d also suggest some banging tunes to push you onward! WHY? 1) Superior fat burning2) It’s relatively low-impact, so the consequences on the body are far more gentle (compared to a harsh run),3) A full-body work out which sculpts arms, legs, and core particularly.4) Strengthens bone density.5) Improved blood circulation and pressure.6) Cholesterol improvements.7) The exposure to some hard-to-find Vitamin D (i.e. outdoors!),8) Mood boosting9) A mindful escape – a bit of ‘you time’ for a spot of solitude, to think about things!10) If you’re short on time. Squeeze it in where possible – en route to work, during a lunch break or walking to a meeting – anywhere, anytime but the best time is before breakfast for 60 minutes!– Plus you’ll be taking in some great scenery – nature or the urban city – whilst walking! TWO) BODYWEIGHT EXERCISE  Training, or indeed introducing lighter activity during the day, needn’t be complicated. The benefit of bodyweight exercises are that they’re effective and can be done anywhere. It’s also not unusual that regular gym goers can lift incredibly heavy loads in the gym, but ask them to do 10 push-ups and they struggle. Functional strength is far more useful to the body than the ability to lift huge amounts on a single, less useful plane. That functional capability will help you to stay mobile well into the future, whilst a pursuit of heavy weights may threaten to impair joint functionality in the long run. Here are some of the benefits of bodyweight exercises. WHY? – Functional exercises that involves body movements that are similar or mimic tasks we perform in our daily lives. This can help prevent injuries in the long run.– Strength gain helps to build a more defined musculature and support the loads on joints.– Boosts cardiovascular fitness.– Toasts fat, with a thermogenic effect consuming calories hours after a workout.– You can even deploy body weight exercises en-route to work on your power walk; a park bench is the only kit you’ll need!– Empowering, as you can see how your body gets stronger with time, via your ability to manage more reps of the same exercise.– Improved balance – many moves require balance and work your core as well, from the perspective of stabilizing the motion.– It’s good fun – you can swap it up all the time to add variation, and avoid plateauing.– Solo or in a group – Invite friends to train with you in the great outdoors.– Easily modified – to increase the difficulty factor, simply add more repetitions, focus on tempo – performing the exercises more slowly, for instance can be a lot harder. Check out THIS LITTLE VIDEO I made for Matalan, wearing their Souluxe collection; a power walk, achieving my 20,000 steps, and stopping along the way for a stretch & some light bodyweight exercises. ______________________ This post is a sponsored collaboration with Matalan as part of their #ValueOfMovement campaign. For more about why I take on such projects, please see my DISCLOSURE page. 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Movement is everything to our species, both metaphorically and physically. Without it, we are static, listing, without direction, traveling to no destination other than our present. Embracing movement is chasing the future, which is almost exactly what being active represents to me. When I am training, I constantly keep in mind the goal of a stronger, more functionally capable body, both for years time and equally for 40 years time. Without movement, we would waste away, our bodies and souls would atrophy, but the struggle and the journey are what gives us the stories and purpose of existence. It’s a pretty fundamental recognition. In a world where we move less than ever in our sedentary lives, where it’s considered ‘normal’ to sit in front of a screen for up to 10 hours a day, only arising to use the restroom… remaining active and moving where possible is of utmost importance. This post is a collaboration with Matalan, as part of their Value of Movement campaign, which totally resonates with my entire ethos. Click MORE to see my top reasons & ways to get moving right now… BUT FIRST, A LIGHT STATISTICAL OBSERVATION… The UN notes that a quarter of all Brits are obese, with levels in excess of Spain, Germany, and France. There are in excess of 20 million souls who are without physical activity in this country, per the British Heart Foundation (sub 150 mins activity per week). They also noted that the average person spends 1/5 of his/her life sitting down, or put another way just under 80 days of each year seated; and yet inactivity is a cause of about 10% of all premature deaths from heart disease, and 15% for any cause. WHAT’S THE ANSWER? Well, activity, clearly! However, one must be realistic; the dilemma of new clients is often that you want to be active but it’s genuinely not feasible, with work and life commitments interfering with the best-made activity plans. You simply can’t get to the gym 5 times a week. However, I would argue that your health is the most important investment you’ll ever make; it’s the one thing you carry with you for the rest of your life, and if you neglect it near-term, you’ll suffer long-term. Embracing motion is the only way around this.  Therefore here are a few tricks that can help you incorporate exercise into every day, even as part busy life. Aside from that, keeping active will keep you motivated. Just a little activity every day deploys endorphins and reminds you just how great it feels to be active, with the benefit that your body will gather incremental strength each time, and the exercises will become easier. Heading out even for a brisk 20-minute walk will lift the mood, and trigger a release of happy hormones, which in turn help keep you positive and motivated. ONE) POWER WALKING IS A SUPERB WAY TO EMBRACE MOVEMENT… Yes, it works, it’s not meant to be a leisurely stroll but one that you literally power through. I recommend to most of my clients who have started training for the first time to aim to achieve >10,000 steps (at least) per day. Invest in a step counter of sorts (Apple Watch does the job beautifully for me), or most mobiles with an accelerometer will have this feature to help calculate your daily steps. By checking in on this throughout the day it’ll help you ensure you don’t leave it until late last minute before bedtime, and spread the activity as you go through the day. HOW TO? – For an indoor treadmill, I’d suggest that a person of medium fitness should aim for a gradient of 7% with a speed of 7km/h. However, this completely varies depending on your fitness level. Ultimately, if you’re outside/indoors you should be thinking ‘this is tough’. You want it to feel almost like a jog although you’re walking – the same sensations are triggered; a raised heartbeat, a light sweat and the feeling of being slightly out of breath.– Ensure the arms are at a 90-degree angle– Maintain good posture throughout– Engage your core and squeeze your glutes.– Avoid looking at the ground, instead gaze forward with intent.– Ensure you have comfortable walking shoes– Bring water to stay well hydrated– I’d also suggest some banging tunes to push you onward! WHY? 1) Superior fat burning2) It’s relatively low-impact, so the consequences on the body are far more gentle (compared to a harsh run),3) A full-body work out which sculpts arms, legs, and core particularly.4) Strengthens bone density.5) Improved blood circulation and pressure.6) Cholesterol improvements.7) The exposure to some hard-to-find Vitamin D (i.e. outdoors!),8) Mood boosting9) A mindful escape – a bit of ‘you time’ for a spot of solitude, to think about things!10) If you’re short on time. Squeeze it in where possible – en route to work, during a lunch break or walking to a meeting – anywhere, anytime but the best time is before breakfast for 60 minutes!– Plus you’ll be taking in some great scenery – nature or the urban city – whilst walking! TWO) BODYWEIGHT EXERCISE  Training, or indeed introducing lighter activity during the day, needn’t be complicated. The benefit of bodyweight exercises are that they’re effective and can be done anywhere. It’s also not unusual that regular gym goers can lift incredibly heavy loads in the gym, but ask them to do 10 push-ups and they struggle. Functional strength is far more useful to the body than the ability to lift huge amounts on a single, less useful plane. That functional capability will help you to stay mobile well into the future, whilst a pursuit of heavy weights may threaten to impair joint functionality in the long run. Here are some of the benefits of bodyweight exercises. WHY? – Functional exercises that involves body movements that are similar or mimic tasks we perform in our daily lives. This can help prevent injuries in the long run.– Strength gain helps to build a more defined musculature and support the loads on joints.– Boosts cardiovascular fitness.– Toasts fat, with a thermogenic effect consuming calories hours after a workout.– You can even deploy body weight exercises en-route to work on your power walk; a park bench is the only kit you’ll need!– Empowering, as you can see how your body gets stronger with time, via your ability to manage more reps of the same exercise.– Improved balance – many moves require balance and work your core as well, from the perspective of stabilizing the motion.– It’s good fun – you can swap it up all the time to add variation, and avoid plateauing.– Solo or in a group – Invite friends to train with you in the great outdoors.– Easily modified – to increase the difficulty factor, simply add more repetitions, focus on tempo – performing the exercises more slowly, for instance can be a lot harder. Check out THIS LITTLE VIDEO I made for Matalan, wearing their Souluxe collection; a power walk, achieving my 20,000 steps, and stopping along the way for a stretch & some light bodyweight exercises. ______________________ This post is a sponsored collaboration with Matalan as part of their #ValueOfMovement campaign. For more about why I take on such projects, please see my DISCLOSURE page. Thank you.  window.fbAsyncInit = function() FB.init( appId : '407759836094849', xfbml : true, version : 'v2.5' ); ; (function(d, s, id) var js, fjs = d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0]; if (d.getElementById(id)) return; js = d.createElement(s); js.id = id; js.src = " fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js, fjs); (document, 'script', 'facebook-jssdk')); (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m))(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-69407084-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); Source link

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Movement is everything to our species, both metaphorically and physically. Without it, we are static, listing, without direction, traveling to no destination other than our present. Embracing movement is chasing the future, which is almost exactly what being active represents to me. When I am training, I constantly keep in mind the goal of a stronger, more functionally capable body, both for years time and equally for 40 years time. Without movement, we would waste away, our bodies and souls would atrophy, but the struggle and the journey are what gives us the stories and purpose of existence. It’s a pretty fundamental recognition. In a world where we move less than ever in our sedentary lives, where it’s considered ‘normal’ to sit in front of a screen for up to 10 hours a day, only arising to use the restroom… remaining active and moving where possible is of utmost importance. This post is a collaboration with Matalan, as part of their Value of Movement campaign, which totally resonates with my entire ethos. Click MORE to see my top reasons & ways to get moving right now… BUT FIRST, A LIGHT STATISTICAL OBSERVATION… The UN notes that a quarter of all Brits are obese, with levels in excess of Spain, Germany, and France. There are in excess of 20 million souls who are without physical activity in this country, per the British Heart Foundation (sub 150 mins activity per week). They also noted that the average person spends 1/5 of his/her life sitting down, or put another way just under 80 days of each year seated; and yet inactivity is a cause of about 10% of all premature deaths from heart disease, and 15% for any cause. WHAT’S THE ANSWER? Well, activity, clearly! However, one must be realistic; the dilemma of new clients is often that you want to be active but it’s genuinely not feasible, with work and life commitments interfering with the best-made activity plans. You simply can’t get to the gym 5 times a week. However, I would argue that your health is the most important investment you’ll ever make; it’s the one thing you carry with you for the rest of your life, and if you neglect it near-term, you’ll suffer long-term. Embracing motion is the only way around this.  Therefore here are a few tricks that can help you incorporate exercise into every day, even as part busy life. Aside from that, keeping active will keep you motivated. Just a little activity every day deploys endorphins and reminds you just how great it feels to be active, with the benefit that your body will gather incremental strength each time, and the exercises will become easier. Heading out even for a brisk 20-minute walk will lift the mood, and trigger a release of happy hormones, which in turn help keep you positive and motivated. ONE) POWER WALKING IS A SUPERB WAY TO EMBRACE MOVEMENT… Yes, it works, it’s not meant to be a leisurely stroll but one that you literally power through. I recommend to most of my clients who have started training for the first time to aim to achieve >10,000 steps (at least) per day. Invest in a step counter of sorts (Apple Watch does the job beautifully for me), or most mobiles with an accelerometer will have this feature to help calculate your daily steps. By checking in on this throughout the day it’ll help you ensure you don’t leave it until late last minute before bedtime, and spread the activity as you go through the day. HOW TO? – For an indoor treadmill, I’d suggest that a person of medium fitness should aim for a gradient of 7% with a speed of 7km/h. However, this completely varies depending on your fitness level. Ultimately, if you’re outside/indoors you should be thinking ‘this is tough’. You want it to feel almost like a jog although you’re walking – the same sensations are triggered; a raised heartbeat, a light sweat and the feeling of being slightly out of breath.– Ensure the arms are at a 90-degree angle– Maintain good posture throughout– Engage your core and squeeze your glutes.– Avoid looking at the ground, instead gaze forward with intent.– Ensure you have comfortable walking shoes– Bring water to stay well hydrated– I’d also suggest some banging tunes to push you onward! WHY? 1) Superior fat burning2) It’s relatively low-impact, so the consequences on the body are far more gentle (compared to a harsh run),3) A full-body work out which sculpts arms, legs, and core particularly.4) Strengthens bone density.5) Improved blood circulation and pressure.6) Cholesterol improvements.7) The exposure to some hard-to-find Vitamin D (i.e. outdoors!),8) Mood boosting9) A mindful escape – a bit of ‘you time’ for a spot of solitude, to think about things!10) If you’re short on time. Squeeze it in where possible – en route to work, during a lunch break or walking to a meeting – anywhere, anytime but the best time is before breakfast for 60 minutes!– Plus you’ll be taking in some great scenery – nature or the urban city – whilst walking! TWO) BODYWEIGHT EXERCISE  Training, or indeed introducing lighter activity during the day, needn’t be complicated. The benefit of bodyweight exercises are that they’re effective and can be done anywhere. It’s also not unusual that regular gym goers can lift incredibly heavy loads in the gym, but ask them to do 10 push-ups and they struggle. Functional strength is far more useful to the body than the ability to lift huge amounts on a single, less useful plane. That functional capability will help you to stay mobile well into the future, whilst a pursuit of heavy weights may threaten to impair joint functionality in the long run. Here are some of the benefits of bodyweight exercises. WHY? – Functional exercises that involves body movements that are similar or mimic tasks we perform in our daily lives. This can help prevent injuries in the long run.– Strength gain helps to build a more defined musculature and support the loads on joints.– Boosts cardiovascular fitness.– Toasts fat, with a thermogenic effect consuming calories hours after a workout.– You can even deploy body weight exercises en-route to work on your power walk; a park bench is the only kit you’ll need!– Empowering, as you can see how your body gets stronger with time, via your ability to manage more reps of the same exercise.– Improved balance – many moves require balance and work your core as well, from the perspective of stabilizing the motion.– It’s good fun – you can swap it up all the time to add variation, and avoid plateauing.– Solo or in a group – Invite friends to train with you in the great outdoors.– Easily modified – to increase the difficulty factor, simply add more repetitions, focus on tempo – performing the exercises more slowly, for instance can be a lot harder. Check out THIS LITTLE VIDEO I made for Matalan, wearing their Souluxe collection; a power walk, achieving my 20,000 steps, and stopping along the way for a stretch & some light bodyweight exercises. ______________________ This post is a sponsored collaboration with Matalan as part of their #ValueOfMovement campaign. For more about why I take on such projects, please see my DISCLOSURE page. 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Event Success Tips-- Guaranteeing Adequate Facilities with Rental Bathrooms

Introduction

When it comes to planning an event, there are numerous details to take into consideration. From catering and entertainment to seating plans and logistics, the success of your event rests on effective company. Amongst these myriad tasks, one often neglected yet critically vital aspect is making certain adequate facilities-- specifically when it comes to washroom gain access to. In this comprehensive overview, "Event Success Tips-- Making Certain Adequate Facilities with Rental Commodes," Hackney Renters porta potties billboards we'll check out why portable commodes are essential for occasions of all dimensions, how to pick the appropriate rental choices, and ideal practices for preserving sanitation and sanitation.

Understanding Portable Bathroom Rentals What is a Portable Bathroom Rental?

A portable commode leasing entails renting self-supporting cleanliness units that can be put at various exterior places. These toilets are suitable for occasions ranging from songs events and wedding celebrations to construction sites and outdoor parties. They are available in different designs, consisting of common units, deluxe designs with sinks, and obtainable units for individuals with disabilities.

How Much is Portable Commode Hire?

The price of mobile commode hire can vary widely based upon several elements such as place, event period, type of device needed, and extra services like cleansing or upkeep. Generally, you might anticipate to pay between $75 to $150 per day for a common unit. Nonetheless, porta potty rental pricing can rise and fall based on neighborhood demand and seasonal trends.

How Much is a Porta Bathroom Hire?

A Porta Loo typically sets you back about the same as mobile bathroom leasings stated over. Depending upon your requirements-- whether it's an easy system or one equipped with added features-- the cost might range from $80 to $180 for a day's rental. Always get in touch with local vendors for precise rates!

Choosing the Right Variety of Portable Toilets How Numerous Portable Bathrooms Do I Required for 2000 People?

Planning washroom centers for big events requires mindful computation. As a basic general rule, it's advisable to have one portable toilet per every 50 individuals attending your event. For a crowd of 2000 people, that translates into about 40 toilets.

How Many Bathrooms Do I Need for 200 People?

For smaller sized celebrations like celebrations or corporate occasions, having one mobile commode per every 50 visitors remains a good guideline. Thus, for 200 people, you would need around four portable toilets.

Placement Considerations Where Must You Put Portable Commodes at an Event?

Strategic positioning of portable commodes can greatly enhance guest benefit. Ideally, they ought to lie within sensible distance to food solutions and entertainment areas while being discreetly placed far from primary traffic zones.

Do You Need a License for a Porta Potty in California?

In The golden state, some territories need authorizations for positioning mobile toilets at public occasions. It's vital to examine local laws beforehand to guarantee compliance and avoid any kind of unexpected fines or issues throughout your event.

Maintaining Cleanliness How Often Must a Porta Potty Be Cleaned?

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I came across beef (meat of cattle) consumption while going to the hostel. This concept of consuming Beef was entirely new to me. I was new to the consumption of red meat by individuals in our country. Below is some of the knowledge that I gathered regarding beef consumption.

Beef contains protein, iron, and vitamin B12. Beef is a good source of protein and other nutrients, but it is also high in cholesterol and saturated fats which can cause fatty deposits to build up in the blood. Beef can be a healthy part of your diet, but should be eaten in moderation. Beef is an excellent source of iron. The iron in beef helps your body produce hemoglobin, a protein that helps your blood carry oxygen from your lungs to the rest of your body. Not consuming enough iron can put you at risk of iron deficiency anemia, meaning your body isn’t getting enough oxygen. You might feel tired, listless, weak, and mentally foggy. Along with other kinds of red meat, high consumption is associated with an increased risk of colorectal cancer and coronary heart disease, especially when processed (basically preservation).

Eight in ten Indians limit meat in their diets, and four in ten consider themselves vegetarian. All of India's most widely practiced religions have dietary laws and traditions. For example, Hindu texts often praise vegetarianism, and Hindus may also avoid eating beef because cattles are traditionally viewed as sacred. Hindus don't eat beef. They worship the animals. The Muslims don't eat pork. The Buddhists are vegetarians and the Jains are strict vegans who won't even touch root vegetables because of the damage it does to the plants.

The lynching of a Muslim man in Uttar Pradesh for allegedly storing and consuming beef a few weeks ago has sparked a heated debate about banning the meat. Predictably, battle lines have also been drawn around religious groups.

According to NSSO data, the biggest chunk of the beef-eating population is Muslim by faith. Around 63.4 million Muslims consume beef, which is 40% of the total Muslim population. For Christians, this figure is around 26.5%. Although less than 2% of Hindus eat beef, they are ranked second in absolute terms. More than 12.5 million Hindus consume it.

How did we arrive at these numbers?

The last consumer expenditure survey by NSSO was conducted in 2011-12. For the beef/buffalo category, the data was collected in two schedules, type I (based on a 30-day recall period), and type II (based on a 7-day recall period).

We have taken the type I schedule to ensure better capture of actual consumption given the longevity of the recall period. Conversely, it might lead to under-reporting the actual quantity consumed.

Among the 101,000 surveyed households, 9,711 reported having consumed beef. Using population weights given by NSSO to arrive at total population estimates, 83.5 million people out of 1.1 billion people consumed this meat variety, which is around 7.35% of the total population.

Among religious groups, there are considerable variations across caste groups. Apart from Muslims, schedule castes and schedule tribes (SC/ST) comprise the majority of the beef-eating population. Among Hindus, more than 70% of the beef-eating population is SC/ST, 21% is other backward castes and only 7% is upper caste (others category).

Consumption patterns vary across states as well. The largest beef-consuming state is not the Muslim majority in Jammu and Kashmir but Meghalaya, where more than 80% of the population consumes this meat. Among larger states, Jammu and Kashmir, Kerala, Assam, and West Bengal show a relatively higher share of beef-consuming population.

In any case, it is clear from the NSSO data that beef eating cannot be attributed solely to any one particular religious group in the country. In many regions of the country, a large number of non-Muslims eat beef.

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We rock. 20% more out fully by. Noon Tomorrow and yes making it forty misc morlock and minority included. Tomorrow the next twenty begins . Yes all morlock areas are walled. They play weak. Are. Some see it say enough you murderous swinethen go to your own kind Mac proper

--the next 20 huge tons. And more prep. These out by Tuesday and tons out right after. Yup are prepping. Psuedo empire forces them out. And mostly walled areas. Soon they're out. No fun ok.

-- ce Tuesday we say had enough nope. Macs do. Taunt them tons.

--huge day tomorrow as it will be 40% out. Huge. Also the second batch of crabs will be fully out. Was twice as big. Largest are 500' and killer speed 7-800 mph. The next batch #3 moves already. Will start crossing Saturday night. Probably be a large river. Tomorrow the water flows around noon. Will impact her yes water will leave. Is out but will lower. It's a hump. Bubble will lower drain a bit. By Wednesday out a foot much needed.

The crabs had enough rain.

--lots going on you see...Ken and Zeus to see joker the movie. Kick it off ok

--huge day...tons see it house set electric short needs dough. They help. We work yes rings on fire 40M out tomorrow 50M from tonight. Macmorlok 1.2,% leadership psuedo empire 2.9% clones 11.5% original here at 3.1M bad. Some hv cancer no 80% varying levels average stage III level ii. Die soon. Half ok. Then a third starts in one week. They hand off lots of errors made but ok. They go on

-tonight plan to go investigate yes. Needed the Hawaii scenario they all get it. It's on. Now. Right now. Large groups twice last night. It's on shortly w Mac proper. The rest will evacuate fast. Soon.

He gets rest big day tomorrow. They all need it.

Thor Freya

Olympus

Two more, he's tired not out we do it

--tonmy f seen is despised. Hated mocked and kicked they see Trump is swamped with them.

-- trumps fleets to 95 % heated tonight. Tomorrow 100% . Psuedo empire readying this weekend to a head. Heavy Will move we think by Wednesday or earlier. Trump out will run to Titan begin the sequence. However. Takes over a body to get there. An old enemy yes. Sherry tries to wreck it. Nope. Fries. Is an eyepiece though not implant helps. He hops body to body is out. The fleets of towers still the key. Is after London tower be hates it. Soon then Uncle rod dies. Tommy f moves him to AZ hits and tries to finalize and move one in now over a defunct area. It's rude crude but happening. We think within two weeks. Ok. . They move stuff moving truck it's only 1200.00 and money from it. Rod liked him they will say. Rose was Lori ok. Yup ppl use Prilosec darts but lots hv the antidote

Our son up free of drugs will burn it off once 6'-4"

More but in the a.m. big Day

Thor Freya

His feelings hurt no sleep needed. But we hv this coming up. A huge space battle prior to the heavy moving in. Bja loses not wins. Falls. Todd loses must move keeps psuedo empire out

Hera