8 Things Not To Say To Your Partner While Driving | YourTango

"Remember that argument we had six months ago? Well, I'm still mad about it."

A few phrases that are better uttered after you reach your destination.

Driving with your partner can be as enlightening as it can be stressful. It's a great opportunity to learn more about each other and enhance your relationship?? though some topics are better saved for the times you aren't behind the wheel. Here are a few of those phrases that are better uttered after you reach your destination:

1. "I'm pregnant."

2. "So I've reconnected with my ex on Facebook..."

3. "Remember that argument we had six months ago? Well, I'm still mad about it."

4. "You know, it really drives me nuts when your mother..."

5. "I've accepted a job that's 3,000 miles away."

6. "I'm pregnant... with twins!"

7. "Listen, I know you told me four cats was your limit, but I found this stray outside our door this morning, and..."

8. "I know we've been trying to save money, but I found this pair of shoes..."

How do you and your main squeeze spend your time in the car? What topics do you avoid while behind the wheel? Here's your chance to tell us!

Together with Ford, we've put together a "Love on the Road" survey that seeks to reveal the ins and outs of our readers' coupled driving experiences. (Don't worry, preliminary results show that no, you are not the only one guilty of backseat driving from time to time!) Take it now for your chance to win one of five $100 gift cards: Love On The Road Survey

Official rules, eligibility and contest description can be found here.

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Source: http://www.yourtango.com/2012158766/things-not-say-your-partner-while-road

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Playgrounds.net -- Offering Congo Free Standing Tire Swing Set at ...

Indianapolis, IN, 08 August 2012 : Here is the opportunity for the parents to take home the finest quality Congo free standing tire swing set at special prices from Playgrounds.net. It is a one of the well-known stores that distribute different types of playground equipment to the customers at reasonable prices.

Talking about the Congo free standing tire swing set, the senior executive of the online store said, "it is great on its own, and it makes an ideal addition to any backyard playground as well. Equipped with a sturdy A frame that is just the right size to add to smaller yards."

The Congo free standing tire swing set offered by the organization is designed by Gorilla Playsets, one of the leading playground equipment brands. This swing set is 5.5 feet high, 8 feet wide and 7 feet deep, providing enough space to the kids to swing. It is installed with swivel and supported chains that are properly coated in UV plastic.

Discussing further, the senior executive of the online store said, " The green tire included won't leave ugly black marks on hands, and it will not cause the same impossible to remove stains that traditional tires cause, plus, it doesn't get as hot in the sunshine as traditional black automobile tires do."

Apart from selling this Gorilla swingset, the company also offer various other play sets designed by the Gorilla Playsets at surprisingly low prices.

About Playgrounds.net

Playgrounds.net is one of the renowned online stores that offer residential and commercial playground equipment to the customers. From swing set to play house, this online store has lot to offer to its customers. Besides selling complete set of playground equipment, they also offer play sets accessories to the patrons at affordable prices.

Contact Information

Playground.net

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NSW Inquiry into Construction Industry Insolvency ? 9 August 2012 ...

Yesterday the NSW Government announced an inquiry into ?construction industry insolvency?. The inquiry comes in the wake of a spate of construction company insolvencies in the state. NSW Minister for Finance and Services, Greg Pearce provided some telling statistics on point. The Minister said ?Between 2009 and 2011, hundreds of companies in NSW collapsed owing billions of dollars, slamming the brakes on vital projects and investment?.Up to 24,000 unsecured creditors, including suppliers and sub-contractors, have been left out-of-pocket, some by millions of dollars.?? Furthermore the construction industry in NSW accounts for 15% of business in NSW but 30% of the companies that are going into administration. The Minister attested to the need for a government inquiry into this problematic scenario stating the fragility of the construction industry was taking a toll on workers, the economy and the community.

The inquiry will be chaired by Mr. Bruce Collins QC, who has extensive experience in commercial law, engineering and construction law. The inquiry will focus on assessing the causes of insolvency in the construction industry and the current payment practices affecting sub contractors. The full terms of reference for the inquiry have been published by the NSW government and include a list of legislative and policy considerations that the inquiry will consider pertaining to the payment framework of sub contractors. To access the full terms of reference or media release from the NSW government please click here.

The NSW government has stated that they wish to hear from all interested parties in particular contractors and sub contractors. Please click here if you wish to make a submission and be forwarded to the NSW Government website. The consultation period will close on Friday the 14th of September.

Written by Jarrod Gutsa, Legal Researcher Lovegrove Solicitors.

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Source: http://blog.lovegrovesolicitors.com.au/2012/08/10/nsw-inquiry-into-construction-industry-insolvency-9-august-2012/

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Despite the Rise of Digital, the Videogames Business Is Not All Fun ...

Never mind Zynga?s problems. Even legacy game companies like Electronic Arts, Activision, Take-Two Interactive and THQ are taking their lumps.

And here?s the simple reason why: Despite all the new categories being built over the past two years ? like social and phone and tablet gaming ? consumers are still spending less than they used to on videogames.

Anita Frazier at the NPD Group said the gains that digital gaming formats are realizing were not quite enough to offset a 16 percent drop in consumer spending during the second quarter.

Right now, the industry is close to a break-even point, with half of its sales coming from digital and half coming from software. It?s just enough to make the argument that companies should be investing in digital, but basically not enough for them to be rewarded for it,?especially?with standalone?entities like Zynga eating up most of the profits in one?category.

In the second quarter, $1.39 billion was spent by U.S. consumers on videogame software for consoles and PCs, including new, rental and used sales. In the other category, which includes digital downloads, subscriptions, mobile and social, sales in the second quarter totaled $1.47 billion, NPD Group said.

In June, those trends continued, with consumers spending?a total of $1.1 billion, of which $439 million came from?digital sales.

Based on how history tells it, the industry is fueled by cycles, with new hardware resulting in a jump in software sales.?But the current generation of consoles are hitting their seventh year, which means that consumers have started to get tired of their ancient systems, and have started to slow their spending. Only one console maker, Nintendo, has plans to launch new hardware ? the Wii U ? in time for?Christmas.

After two straight weeks of earnings reports, this trend is obvious.

Last week, Take-Two Interactive disappointed analysts with a wider than expected loss,?Activision was down compared to the prior year,?Electronic Arts? results?showed signs of weakness, and the week before,?Zynga shocked investors?after wildly missing expectations.

Frazier said in July that there was only one hardware platform that experienced an increase in sales compared to last year: Nintendo?s portable game unit, the 3DS. This month, we can look forward to a potential lift from the release of Nintendo?s 3DS XL, which boasts a bigger screen.

Otherwise, it?s Microsoft?s Xbox that is sweeping up the?remnants?in the space. But increasingly, the console is being used to stream video and other content to users? TVs ? not to play games.

Microsoft said that, based on the NPD results, it sold?203,000 units in July, which was more units than any gaming hardware. It currently holds?49 percent market share?of current-generation consoles, and total spending?on platform in July (including hardware, software and accessories) reached?$218 million. At that rate,?consumers spent more on Xbox 360 products in July than they spent on the Nintendo Wii and the Sony PlayStation 3 combined.

Source: http://allthingsd.com/20120810/despite-the-rise-of-digital-the-videogames-business-is-not-all-fun-and-games/

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OUYA Gaming Console Now Up for Pre-Order, $109 with Expected ...

The Kickstarter for OUYA, the Android-powered gaming console, officially ended last night with a final total of money raised somewhere near $8.5 million. Dang. If somehow you missed out on backing this Tegra 3 powered game console, you can now pre-order a device from OUYA themselves starting today.?

If you are in the United States, $109 will get you a console and a controller, which includes all the shipping costs. If you are elsewhere, tack on an extra $10 and you will be all set. OUYA definitely has the right vision in taking on the established console giants, but it remains to be seen whether the devices will get out the door quickly enough to still be relevant.

Would you take this console over the next generation Xbox or PlayStation?

Pre-Order

Source: http://www.droid-life.com/2012/08/09/ouya-gaming-console-now-up-for-pre-order-109-with-expected-shipments-starting-next-april/

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Elder Care Help: How to Discuss Your Parent's Healthcare

Last week we spoke about the importance of becoming involved in your parents? healthcare as they age. But how do you know when it is the right time to step in and take an active role in your elder?s healthcare. What?s more, where do you begin? Bass Eldercare is here to provide elder care help.

When Should You Get Involved in Your Parent?s Healthcare?

The answer to the question above is highly varied depending on your family dynamic and individual circumstances, but there are a few situations in which any adult child should step in and discuss healthcare with his or her parent.

• After a Medical Emergency ? Whether it?s a bad fall or a heart attack, any medical emergency is both scary and eye opening for elder care givers. Even if this is an isolated incident and you and your elder don?t feel quite ready for long term care planning, this is the prime time to sit down and have an open discussion with your parent about his or her healthcare. Honestly talk about any concerns you may have and develop a contingency plan should any other medical emergencies occur in the future.
• After a Spouse has Passed Away ? A spouse is typically a sounding board in the decision making process for every aspect of life. When your elder?s spouse passes on, your elder caregiving responsibilities will increase, including taking a more active role in your parent?s healthcare. This is a difficult time for both you and your elder, so be sure to ask for elder care help when you need it to avoid burn out.
• When an Elder Moves to Assisted Living ? When you and your elder are discussing a potential move to assisted living, make sure that his or her health care is a prominent talking point. Along with the community feel, elder care help with daily health care activities is often a deciding factor for the move. Aside from top notch health care assistance, you will want to make sure that you choose a reputable facility where your elder feels comfortable and at home.

Where Do You Start?

No matter the reason for elder care givers becoming involved in their parent?s healthcare, the process should always begin with a candid discussion. Both you and your elder should raise any specific healthcare concerns you may have. Ask your elder if he or she would be comfortable with the two of you talking to his or her doctor together to ensure that you have a full idea of the state of your elder?s healthcare. Next, you should talk about his or her insurance. Finally, develop a plan for medical emergencies ? who are the emergency contacts, is a system such as Life Alert necessary, etc.

Taking a role in your parent?s healthcare can be awkward and confusing, but it becomes crucial as he or she ages. For elder care help on healthcare and more, contact us or consult our resources for caregivers.

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Source: http://basseldercare.com/article/care-help-how-to-discuss-your-parent%E2%80%99s-healthcare/

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If a Google Employee Dies, Spouse Gets Half of Salary for 10 Years

It's been long reported that Google treats its employees well, from offering them free food and fitness classes to laundry service and car washes. But according to a recent report, Google recently announced death benefits to employees, including a generous offer to pay the spouse or partner of a decreased staffer half of their salary for a decade.

[More from Mashable: What Developers Can Learn From Top Mobile Apps]

The news of these death benefits -- which was first reported by Forbes -- also comes with "no tenure requirement," which means each employee in its 34,000 workforce qualifies. It was put into place earlier this year.

Mashable confirmed with a Google spokesperson that the benefits don't just stop at salary. The surviving spouse or partner of a deceased employee will also acquire vested stock benefits, and children will receive $1,000 a month until the age of 19. The timeline can be extended if the child is in school full time.

[More from Mashable: This Infographic Shows Why Google+ Is a Ghost Town]

SEE ALSO: 6 Companies With Awesome Employee Perks

Google said it is taking this approach because it is the right thing to do, ensuring that each employee's family is taken care of if an unforeseeable event were to occur -- even if there is no direct benefit to the business.

Although it might attract more candidates to apply for a position, Google said that is not the reason why it implemented the benefits -- more potential hires would just be a side effect.

Do you think more companies should take a similar approach? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.

This story originally published on Mashable here.

Source: http://news.yahoo.com/google-employee-dies-spouse-gets-half-salary-10-151928506.html

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