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WILL THE MUSIC EVER END?

 WILL THE MUSIC EVER END?   In March 2017, former LA recording studio executive Nick Bogden and I formed a musical ensemble. Our original concept was to create a jazz / swing combo; however, the kind of a band one gets depends on the musicians who answer the call. For the case at hand, reality dictated a vintage rock band; a group that began with a two-fold vision: 1) have fun, and 2) be inclusive. The only rules were: regular attendance at weekly rehearsals; and show up prepared. In the main, the players adhered to those rules, and always enjoyed each other’s company. Synergy was excellent. Most recruits were experienced country and/or rock musicians, but couldn’t read music; and relied instead on following chord progressions. The plan was keep-it-simple; i.e., stay away from complicated musical arrangements. With guidance provided by the keyboardist and original bassist, the strategy worked well. We did have fun, and included almost anyone who could make a contribution. The band was

Taking Care of Yourself After Oral Surgery

 Taking Care of Yourself After Oral Surgery   Advice,Health Patients are often in for a surprise after oral surgery. Sometimes people go into a wisdom tooth extraction or dental implant placement thinking they will feel similar to how they feel after a dental procedure. It can be a rude awakening when post-operative pain and swelling prevent you from jumping back into your routine as fast as you would after a root canal! Make no mistake, oral surgery is surgery. Whether you are getting a sinus lift, bone grafting, dental implant, or multiple tooth extractions--the process involves cutting and suturing the oral tissues—and this is far more traumatic to the body than a filling or root canal. One of the most important things you can do to help yourself recover from oral surgery is arrange to take a few days off. Take time off work or find a caregiver w ho can help you if you look after small children. You will need to sleep, rest, sleep, and then rest some more! The Day of Surgery On the

ELECTRONIC TRAVEL AUTHORITY (BUSINESS ENTRANT) VISA (SUBCLASS 956 AND 977)

 ELECTRONIC TRAVEL AUTHORITY (BUSINESS ENTRANT) VISA (SUBCLASS 956 AND 977)   Education,Law,Writing The electronic travel authority ( business entrant) visa (subclass 956 and 977) has closed doors for new applications in 2013. The visa is meant for the people who intend to visit Australia  for short-term business purposes like to attend a business- related seminar, conferences or to attend informal studies. Subclass 956 allows you to stay in Australia in every visit while subclass 977 allows  you to stay 3 months of each visit within 12 months from the day when the visa was granted or the life of the visa if the visa is less than 12 months. The visa cannot be extended after the expiry and if you wanted to extend the stay after you have left Australia, you need to apply a different type of visa before the vi sa expires. You must follow Australian laws and visa conditions. You must make sure that you are free from tuberculosis, and you do not have any criminal record. You are not requir