A Brief History of the Hatfield Mccoy Feud

April 16, 2019 by Leave a Comment

If you have ever gone on one of the popular ATV tours in West Virginia, then you are probably familiar with the Hatfield-McCoy trails. Aside from being an off-highway vehicle trail that is well-known to both tourists and locals, this trail system carries with it a famous story in relation to its name.

Known as a local story that turned into one of the most talked about national legends, the Hatfield-McCoy feud, also known as the Hatfield-McCoy war, is a series of vicious altercations that resulted in vengeful retaliation and several deaths.

It all dates way back to the 1800s, where two families that lived on opposite sides of the Big Sandy River existed. On the West Virginia side was the Hatfield clan, led by the successful timber merchant William “Devil Anse” Anderson Hatfield. Meanwhile, the Kentucky side of the Tug Fork of the Big Sandy River was occupied by the McCoys. Their leader or patriarch, known as Randolph McCoy, was not as rich as the Hatfield head, but he did own some land and livestock.

While some people say that the feud started with the death of Asa Harmon McCoy at the end of the civil war, others believe that this was an isolated incident. Because while a Hatfield who was associated with the Logan Wildcats was blamed for this, the series of violent fights erupted due to a dispute over a hog. You might think that this is trivial, but a pig was a valuable commodity in their region, during those times. In this dispute, Randolph McCoy accused a Hatfield (Floyd) of stealing his pig. This led to a court trial where Floyd Hatfield was eventually acquitted on account of Bill Staton’s (a McCoy relative) testimonial. Years later, Bill Staton was killed in an altercation with two members of the McCoy family, both of which were acquitted on grounds of self-defense.  

After these, a series of violent clashes followed suit. One involved a whirlwind romance between a McCoy (Roseanna) and a Hatfield (Johnse). The relationship ended on a sour note, causing further anger on the McCoy side as Johnse Hatfield left Roseanna for yet another McCoy.

Finally, accounts from local historians regard the local elections dispute as one of the turning points of this great family feud.  Some family members of the McCoys and Hatfields got into a standoff which ended in the latter clan having a bounty over their heads.  This then led to the brutal New York Massacre as Hatfields killed Randolph McCoy’s wife and children in retaliation for the bounty set over their heads. Hatfields involved were convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment, with one of them being publicly executed.

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How To Travel Without Fear As A Business Owner

April 15, 2019 by 1 Comment

Leaving your business to go on a personal trip can be extremely scary for a business owner. If this is your first time leaving, I am sure you are constantly checking your phone and computer, ready for a disaster to strike at any moment. But, I want to assure you that if you follow a few steps to put your business in a good place, you can travel without fear as a business owner.

In fact, travel can even do you a lot of good and it can possibly make you a better business owner. Under 30 CEO says, “Taking time out to explore the world might seem like an indulgent escape from the real world for a while, but in fact traveling might give you some essential skills and experiences needed to become a successful business owner. The independent and risk taking personality that is natural for many entrepreneurs are also the same traits that are second-nature to backpackers.

 

An example of this can be found in the learning & adapting process that is necessary in travel. In order to respect local residents, cultures, landmarks and environments when traveling you’ve got to learn quickly about different cultures and languages. Sometimes what would be perfectly normal at home could be extremely offensive in the country you are visiting. As such, you need to become more aware of those around you, as well as having an increased awareness of how you project yourself to others. In addition to this, you have to learn to adapt to fit into the culture around you, if, for example, you are in a culturally conservative country, you have to become more modest in your clothes and behavior than you would probably be normally.

Again, these are vital skills needed to be a successful business owner. No matter how many business websites you read and entrepreneur help books you study, the only way to learn how to be a business owner is once you start actually being a business owner. What works for even the most successful CEO doesn’t necessarily mean it will work for you or your company. Instead the ability to learn as you go and adapt to meet new requirements and technological and social trends are essential.” See – travel can be good for the business owner, so get out there and do it (after using these tips below to help prepare your business):

 

Find Your Right Hand Man

Find your right hand man that literally does it all while you are away. Train them to know the business in and out, just as you do, so that they are able to handle anything related to the business while you are away. Then, also have a knowledgeable team under that person so that hopefully, if anything does come up, the team can handle it and if not, your right hand man can. If you have a great team and a fantastic manager under you, everything should go according to plan and if you do ever get a call or email while you are away, it would hopefully be very minor.

 

Set Your Office Up For Success

Set your office up for success by leaving your computer support needs and office equipment needs to the professionals at Ameritechnology. Ameritechnology is a NJ-based business, providing the newest technology and services such as copier leasing, customized service contracts, printer fleet maintenance, office computer services, and subscriptions for ink, toner, and other consumables. Their goal is to give the clients they serve one-on-one service, to make sure their products and services help their business run efficiently and they have 60 years of combined experience doing so!

 

Ameritechnology says, “We sell technology-driven customized solutions. You can buy a copier or printer from a big-box store or your local office supply store. But are you buying more than you need? Less? Will that new technology integrate with your existing network?  The choice is not always clear. Ameritechnology wants to help.

 

Our process begins with a clear understanding of your office operations and network infrastructure. We ask questions, make workflow recommendations and create a customized plan that will both simplify and optimize your current and future printing and NJ computer support, or copier lease needs.

We then deliver and maintain networked solutions using the most innovative and economical technologies that improve your business’ operational efficiency and make your life easier with our printer maintenance plan.”

Ameritechnology makes it easy for business owners to travel the world, knowing that their office will run smoothly using their copier leases and printer fleet maintenance services, especially with their amazing customer service! They do not stop caring once your machines are plugged in. Instead, you will receive courtesy calls to check in and if you do ever have an issue, they respond quickly and efficiently. Stay calm while you travel with the help of the amazing services from Ameritechnology.

 

Make It Easy To Work Remotely

If you do need to work for any reason (maybe a minor issue came up), set yourself up for success by having the capability to work remotely. The remote world is extremely beneficial and I truly think that a lot of companies are incorporating it more and more. It not only makes fixing issues easier and less stressful, but it also allows your team to have the ability to work from home and be with their families, when needed.

 

Trust Your Team

The most important part of letting go of your fear while you travel is to trust your team. Remember – you taught them from the ground up and if you did it the right way, they should be capable of almost anything related to the company, so you have to trust that you did a good job and that they can handle it.

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Dental Hygiene Gadgets For Traveling

April 15, 2019 by Leave a Comment

Travelling can be a very stressful process and with a number of things to remember to pack, there are often essential items such as a toothbrush or toothpaste that often gets forgotten about. However, with a number of travel sized products and brand new gadgets specially designed for travelling, you have got yourself covered until you return home and visit a dentist. But before you travel, it is important to have a check-up at an orthodontist dental surgery in London or your local area to ensure that your teeth are as healthy as possible before your travel. If you are given the all clear, then getting the right gadgets is essential and we have the answers here.

Whitening Strips

The last thing that you think about when travelling is whitening your teeth, but with dissolving teeth whitening strips, you can care for your teeth with minimal effort. These can be stored within a handbag or a suitcase and used every night to deep clean the teeth and help to reduce staining. This is particularly useful for those that have regular teeth whitening when at home as you can upkeep the normal routine as a result. These can also be packed for the whole family to use as they can be easily stored and reduce the need for other teeth cleaning products when on a family trip.  

Travel Toothbrush

A toothbrush is one of the General Dentistry items that you use every day, so a travel sized toothbrush is the perfect way to maintain your oral hygiene when on holiday. With some that fold into a glasses like case and others that fold down into a case the size of a matchbox, you do not have to compromise on a full sized toothbrush in the process. This is great for those that are travelling a lot as the foldable brush remains protected from bacteria and remains fresher for much longer. This is also a cost-effective way of cleaning your teeth as they come in a pack of four or more, allowing you to pack multiple if you’re going on a much longer trip.

Airfloss

Another benefit is when travelling is an air floss. This sends water in between the teeth to efficiently clean away any build up that could lead to cavities or other problems such as gum decease or other forms of decay. Although some air floss machines can be slightly bulky in nature, they are highly beneficial to have as this will ensure that your teeth are deep cleaned every night. This is key when travelling as you can be spending long days trying brand new food and drinks and therefore, you need to keep your teeth as clean as possible.

Mouthwash

Another way that you can care for your teeth whilst travelling is mouth wash. Although you cannot take the full size of your favourite mouth wash on holiday with you, you can take either a travel size or a packet of Listerine go tabs to help you on the move. These can be stored within your bag and can provide the deep clean that is needed throughout the day. This is particularly useful for younger children as a teeth cleaning regime is highly important. By carrying mouth wash on your trip you can ensure that all the family have the deep clean that is needed after a long day.

Regardless of whether you are travelling abroad or you are taking a trip up the countries, there are a number of ways that you can still follow your daily oral care routine without compromising on space within your suitcase.

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Types of Casino games

April 15, 2019 by Leave a Comment

Online casino games are now a huge part of the online gambling community, with thousands of titles of offer from a range of very talented designers and developers. Follow this link to learn more about online casino and how you can get involved.

 

Pushing the boat out seems to be the main trend when it comes to online slots, with so many different themes, symbols and new ways to play the old fashioned fruit machine. Knowing this is the case, or more so quickly realising it when you find yourself bombarded with an array of different slot machines, can lead to feeling a bit overwhelmed.

 

Which casino games are the best? Which ones pay the most? And what types of slot games are there?

 

Well, we are going to attempt to at least answer the latter question, as we explain to use the types of online slot games that you will find out there in the big, exciting and always expanding world of online gambling.

3 reel slots

Something of a rare sight these days in the complex landscape of online slot games and fruit machines, the 3 reel slot is the classic layout.

 

Consisting of just 3 reels on your game screen, you simply have to match symbols on one of the lines to create a win. It is as simple as that and often these games will have a retro feel, playing to the charm of the slot games that still flash and flicker in the corner of your local public house.

5 reel Casino slots

Arguably the most common slot you will find out there, will be a 5 reel slot.

 

Quite simply, this means that the slot game has 5 reels. You may find a lot of these are 5 reels by 3 rows, making for fifteen symbols on the reels at any time. Creating winning combos therefore, is possible from left to right and often, up and down. Getting a combination of 5 symbols in a row is usually the most rewarding, depending on whether that is made of low paying or high paying icons.

Progressive Slot

Progressive slots are called as such because their prizes keep growing and growing as you play. More concerned with the pay system here, rather than the layout, the more often you win, the more you win is the simple formula for success here.

 

Prizes can be tallied up, maybe resulting in bonuses and mini games, for a slot game with a real (or should that be reel?) narrative.

Mobile Casino Games

There are a number of casino games out there that have been specifically created for your smartphone.

 

Running perfectly well on a smaller screen, often in a portrait mode, these are games that are just supremely tailored for your smart phone. Usually available as an app or at least playable in your smartphone internet browser of choice, these are perfect games for playing on the go.

 

There are plenty more kinds of casino games out there, but the best thing to do to learn about them is to get out there and play… so what are you waiting for?

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Ideas for your next Christmas card

April 15, 2019 by Leave a Comment

Tis the season once again and you must be riveting from all the Christmas card ideas that you have in mind. Whether you choose a theme such as construction Christmas cards made especially for your builder husband, or an astronaut theme for your little dreamer, this article offers some of the freshest ideas on exactly what you should write inside.

 

First things first

 

It can be tricky to let your loved one feel how special they are through Christmas cards. As it is tradition, almost every one of them can seem repetitive. When you think about it, at least 9 of 10 cards that you have received last Christmas probably read something along the lines of “Dear Mom, Merry Christmas. Love from all of us.”. Christmas cards have become predictable and, worst case, insincere. So if you are writing a Christmas card, try to find inspiration to show your loved one how much Christmas together means for you.

 

The first thing you ought to do is to choose a Christmas card design. This is not always easy given possibly the million choices that you can select from. You can start by narrowing it down to themes that you think fits your the one you are giving the card to perfectly. There are some considerations you have to take into account as well like religious beliefs, stature, relationship with the receiver and even cultural background. From cute to formal, from straightforward to touching, there is a design that will fit each one. But, if you think you are up to the task, you can also design one yourself. Keep in mind however that it may take a few skills with the photo editing tool and a lot of work and patience if you are not used to it. But that extra mile you do will definitely be appreciated by the receiver and you should do that if you could.

 

As is tradition, Christmas cards often come with pictures with families or loved ones. You pick the most gorgeous one you have in stock, or better yet, make a new one each year so you can commemorate each Christmas how much things have changed since the very first Christmas.

 

Now with all of the preliminaries out of the way, it is time to write your Christmas card message. Here are some tips for you that will hopefully add to the joyful spirit that is Christmas.

Brevity is key

 

Whilst you want to tell your recipients all about the entire year your family has went through, you have to keep their attention and a lengthy message will not afford you that. Keep it short and think of a feeling that you want to convey rather than a story that you want to tell. Typically 2 to 5 lines should be enough with no more than 15 words. Keep in mind that a picture already speaks a thousand words but would not take as long to read.

For your parents or grandparents

 

Sometimes when making cards for close family members, you might think there might be nothing else you could say, after all you call your mum and dad every day. You may be right, but it does not mean that you can’t give your loved one something a bit more special. Our suggestion is to recreate some of the pictures that your parents or grandparents have of you. As you may be living far away from them now, these pictures are all they have of you to remember you by, and now they will have the grown up version. Print the original photo in front and put the recreated photo in the back. You can then choose to have a printed message inside or you can leave it blank so you can personalize it for each recipient.

For your colleagues at work

 

There is a certain balance that you have to maintain when writing construction Christmas cards for your coworkers. While you would not want them to seem bland and generic, you do not want it to be too personal as it may seem insincere. Either way, the most important thing is that you give each one a card as anyone missing a card might feel like he/she is being targeted. You can have different cards for your close workmates like the ones that sit beside your desk or those you know well enough and you can do a different one for your boss. You can add a little personalization in it as well as long as you do not feel like you are overstepping any bounds. All in all, these people are probably the ones that you will be mingling with the longest throughout the year so it is important to show them that you remember them for Christmas.

Make the cards sing

 

When you are all out of ideas, there is nothing that feels a lot more like Christmas than sharing Christmas song lines. Pick a favorite one of better yet pick the recipients favorite line and make that the message of your card. While it may not feel as personal or as original as most would rather have it, it is a sure way to let them know that you are one with them in celebrating Christmas.

For close friends

 

Friends are the easiest people that you are going to talk to in your entire life because as they say friends are family that you get to choose. There is no issue in keeping it casual when talking with your friends. Write long cheesy lines to make sure that they know how you feel about them. To let them know just how exclusive is the friendship between the two of you, make sure to add a few touches that only the two of you would understand. This will make them realize that you have especially written the construction Christmas card for them. And most important of all, send them Christmas love by sending them a picture of you both.

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Comparing Home Care Versus An Assisted Living Center

April 15, 2019 by Leave a Comment

For most struggling American families, having a senior member of the family that needs care will probably consider an assisted living center. The assisted living center employs staff who are ready to provide the needs of the senior. However, for other people, they dedicate their time and energy taking care of their senior family members. For these people, they would rather renovate their homes to accommodate the seniors who would like to stay inside their homes with their family surrounding them. There are many ways on how to renovate the home to make it elderly-friendly. The following entries are some of the suggestions from the experts on how the house can be transformed to enable the elderly people to live comfortably inside without any issues.

No Step Entries and Thresholds

Most homes are elevated and it requires steps just to reach the door. For those who are taking care of their senior family members, it is suggested that they should remove the steps that can become troublesome, especially for senior family members who are trying to walk around. Homeowners could ask professional construction workers to remove the steps and then it can be transformed into an inclined plane where the wheelchair can be used with ease. When compared to an assisted living center, step entries are absent because it would be a problem for the seniors living there. This renovation would be a must in a home environment where a senior lives. This renovation would prevent them from sustaining any injuries leaving or arriving at home. 

Installing a Garage Lift and an Elevator

If the stairs inside a home could not be removed because it is an essential part of the house, a lift or an elevator can be installed to help the seniors who want to go up. A lift is a small platform that can go up and down, and it can be controlled to move slowly to assist the seniors who are trying to take a ride. For those who have an additional budget, an elevator can be installed inside the house to allow the seniors to move to a higher floor. In the United States, some assisted living facilities have second floors but have elevators to help their guests. For people who are in the state of Kansas looking for assisted living Overland Park seniors trust, a search could lead them to facilities who have installed a state of the art elevator for seniors who are living there, providing them with utmost care.

Reconstructing the Bathroom for the Elderly

The seniors are prone to accidents and injuries, and most of the cases involving a senior happen inside the bathroom. One of the reasons would be the slippery nature of the tiles that are installed inside the bathroom. A fall could happen in or outside the tub or shower. If there are seniors who still live with the family, the best solution would be installing grab bars inside the bathroom and putting in a carpet that would minimize the chances for them to slip. The bathroom should also have strong lighting that would give the seniors the ability to see where they are stepping. Inside the assisted living center, some seniors are being accompanied by their respective caregiver preventing them from slipping. Preventing seniors from falling would also give them a healthy body without any fractures.

Elderly people can receive the best care from assisted living centers because they hire the best staff who can perform the tasks required. However, if the seniors would prefer living with their family, and the members are more than happy to take care of them, then the seniors should go with them. However, since taking care of a senior family member requires a lot of responsibility, make sure that the home is being transformed to accommodate all of their needs. You might have to change a lot of things in your home to make it safe for a senior. Try to emulate what the assisted living centers can give. Make sure that the senior family member will be safe in their environment.

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4 Tips for Traveling to the Cayman Sea With Kids

April 15, 2019 by Leave a Comment

A vacation with the kids at the Cayman Sea may mean nothing but trouble. But, admit it, the kids bring the joy and challenge to every trip. All you have to do, as the responsible adult, is to make sure that everything’s well planned. Here are some useful tips to help you when you’re going on a vacation with the kids at the beautiful Grand Cayman.

1. Book your activities with professional services.

Sure, you can make your DIY trip, but nothing beats a more relaxed one when you’re guided by the professionals, especially when you have kids with you. For this, we recommend Cayman Private Charters. All you have to do is to choose which activities you’d like to try and they’ll be the ones to handle all the scheduling and logistical needs for you.

2. Always bring snacks.

The thing with traveling with kids is that they have so much energy which they could use up easily and grow hungry. You’ll never know when the kids will need an energy boost. It’s your choice: bring food or suffer from their whines.

3. Bring sunscreen with you all the time.

Children generally don’t care if the sun is at its hottest. If they see the beach or something that draws their attention to something under the sun, they would definitely go for it. No questions asked. If you think that one application of sunblock will suffice, you’ve got it all wrong. You will still need to reapply sunscreen! If you’re traveling with kids, the mantra is always “just in case.”

4. Give in to crazy!

If you’re going on a vacation because you want to relax, you’ve been warned that you can’t probably do that especially with kids around. However, children make everything happier! Stop being a Grinch and enjoy your vacation.

Sure, it’s tough to travel with kids especially to a place as vast as the Cayman Sea, but with these simple tips, your trip may have the chance to go the way you planned it to be.

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5 Reasons To Use a Reverse Phone Lookup

April 13, 2019 by Leave a Comment

Getting an unwanted call or message, when you are trying to focus just on your work is one of the most irritating things is that to be honest once your attention is diverted, you can easily get frustrated and anger can totally ruin your whole mood. Thankfully, when someone is bothering you with unnecessary calls, you can track that person down quite easily. People prefer to just that caller out, because who has the time and energy to waste in tacking down a person, who is basically of no importance. Still, there could be many reasons to see who is calling you.

 

Here are 5 reasons to use reverse phone lookup:

 

  1. Check who is calling you

If someone is taking time out of their busy schedule, just to call you, there must be a reason. Sometimes the reason is just to annoy you or get your attention. But sometimes, it is important to know who is keeping a track on you and how someone you don’t even know has your phone number. The situation becomes alarming when the caller has the information, about what you do for a living or where you work. Normally, scanning someone’s number used to be whole day job and it required you to take someone’s favor who had links in phone’s company to search their data. But thankfully, you can search any detail about anyone, by just putting their number in reverse phone lookup.

 

  1. It is easy to use

People think that tracking someone is going to cost them several hours, but in reality, you just have to follow simple steps. Open the reverse lookup site. There will be an option given to enter the details you have. You can enter the phone number or the email address. Click on the okay button. The processing will go on for a few seconds and the required information will be displayed on the screen.

 

  1. You can keep a track on the phone number

The best part about using reverse phone lookup is that it provides so many services in no time. like you can search up any possible detail about anyone and if you want to keep a track on this person. You can keep yourself updated about any activity. If you are worried about your own safety. And you think that the certain person is following you and have any intention of harming you. Simply, check their phone activity.

 

  1. See with whom your kid is talking to

Phone usage is becoming so common that even 2 years old have cell phones in their hands all the time. it is all fun and games until they get themselves in some kind of trouble. It is better to stay clear of any chance they might take. You should have full knowledge about what kind of activity your child is involved in, to whom he is talking to. It might be a friend and your child might be just asking for their homework, but he might also be talking to a stranger, who is troubling for him.

 

  1. You can search by using email

If you do not have the phone number but still want to know who is spamming you with unnecessary emails, you can search them up using your email ID too. The process is the same. Enter full email to the small window and hit the search button. To be clear here, the search directory using email is not very large and there might be chances that you will be getting few or no information at all.

 

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