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Nickname equality subsystem.
This component is responsible for deciding whether two nicknames refer to the same person, for the purposes of tell et al. Nickname equality must be monadic because it uses mutable state maintained by the link and unlink commands. Also provided is a concept of polynicks (by analogy to polytypes); polynicks can refer to an (open) set of nicknames. For instance 'tell *lambdabot Why does X do Y' could tell a message to anyone who has identified as a lambdabot maintainer. A polynick consists of a bar-separated list of (nicks or open terms); an open term is like a nick but preceded with a star.
data Polynick Source
nickMatches :: LB (Nick -> Polynick -> Bool)Source
Determine if a nick matches a polynick. The state is read at the point of binding.
readPolynick :: Message a => a -> String -> PolynickSource
Parse a read polynick.
showPolynick :: Message a => a -> Polynick -> StringSource
Format a polynick.
lookupMononickMap :: LB (Polynick -> Map Nick a -> [(Nick, a)])Source
Lookup (using a polynick) in a map keyed on mononicks.
mononickToPolynick :: Nick -> PolynickSource
Convert a regular mononick into a polynick.


Toyger Cat
Toyger Cat Care
Toyger cat care, 8 things to consider. Before getting a toyger cat, make sure you know what you are letting yourself in for. Despite, their perceived independence, toyger cats do need care and looking after. And, as with any pet there are expenses.
Your areas of responsibility include: diet, environment, exercise and protection from dangerous substances and accidents. Such as, communicable diseases that could be prevented by vaccination or by isolation from other cats. Other cats are potential sources of infections.
Toyger Cat Care Points to Consider
1. Your Toyger Cat can live for up to 20 years. Can you offer continued care, love and attention for that period of time? Remember, as your toyger cat gets older, so do you. They need care as they age, just like we do. So owning a toyger cat or any cat requires some thought not just an emotional reaction right now.
2. Where will you be in 5, 10 or 15 years time? Will there be room in your life to care for your toyger cat?
3. Can you afford the care and the veterinary fees if your toyger cat gets ill? Yearly check-ups are the minimum for your toyger cat. Your toyger will need regular vaccinations and should, ideally, be neutered.
4. You will need to rid it of fleas, worms and other routine health care maintenance. These all cost time and money.
toyger cat care5. Who will care for it when you go on holidays or visiting friends? Catteries cost money and there may not always be friends that can care for your pet.
6. Toyger cat care includes feeding which is another expense. Allow a minimum of $10 per week. Can you afford this expense throughout the life of your cat?
7. Additional care items may be needed: litter tray, bedding, bowls, collars, cat toys and special treats. Have you got the room and the money to provide these?
8. Other toyger cat care additional needs are treatments. For example: a long haired cat may need regular grooming. Is this a commitment you are prepared to provide when caring for a toyger cat? Have you considered the vet bills. These can be considerable.
Toyger cat care is a lifelong job. We all want cats to have a good home and a good life. However, make sure that you can care for your toyger cat, before you buy.


Falcons with Passport – Things You See Only in the UAE
Falcons are a significant part of the traditional culture of the UAE. With exact history not known as to when the Bedouins first started using them, Falcons have played a crucial role in the history of the United Arab Emirates. They have helped Bedouins hunt animals in the extreme hot desert environment. The one thing that set the Falcons apart from other predatory animals, is that they can be trained to deliver the hunt alive. This helped the Bedouins to ensure that the meat is halal.
Who are Bedouins?
Bedouins (or Bedawi in Arabic) are the oldest inhabitants of the deserts of Arabia. They are a nomadic group of desert-dwellers or local tribes who were always on the move. Bedouins used to travel thousands of kilometers in the deserts using just the sun and stars for navigation.
They were expert trackers, and it is believed that they could distinguish the footsteps of humans and animals in the sand, and also could say if the human being was a man or when and also could tell the approximate age of the person.
Bedouins were the first to use falcons for hunting and other pet purposes. But, today, Falcons are a symbol of one's status, and sometimes they sell for as high as $1 million each, making falcon trade attractive to smugglers. This is why the UAE Government has issues Passports for falcons too.
Falcon Passport in the UAE
Falcon Passport
The Ministry of Environment and Water can issue a falcon passport. This is usually valid for three years and costs around 130 USD. The falcon with a Passport gets an ID number which is tied to one of the legs of the falcon.
Falcons when traveling abroad go through the exact border control procedures as other travelers. The officials verify the ID number on passport and ensure the animal has got the same ID on his leg. Falcons get their Passport stamped when transferred abroad.
Falcon in Flight
Amusing Fact about Falcons:
They are the only animals in the UAE that are legally allowed to travel inside planes. However, Falcons can only travel in business and first class. So, next time if you see a falcon seated beside you, do not be surprised.
Lufthansa Airlines has a custom-designed "falcon tray" for the animals on-board.
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The purpose of this blog is to discuss ways that a veteran without a 100% VA disability rating can use Total Disability/Individual Unemployability (TDIU) to achieve the same results. Although many veterans seek to qualify for a 100% disability rating based on one or more disabilities, the reality of reaching this goal is quite difficult based on the VA's rating schedule. The reason for this difficulty is the fact that many disabilities do not have ratings criteria that reaches 100%, and for those disabilities that can be rated at 100%, the requirements to qualify are usually extremely narrow and subjective.
The formula used by the VA when combining more than one rating also makes the likelihood of reaching a 100% rating very difficult. For example, a veteran with one disability rated at 70% is considered by the VA as being 30% "non-disabled." Any further disability ratings affects only the remaining 30% portion of the veteran. Therefore a 70% rating combined with a 70% rating is not a 140% rating. It is 70% + 21% (30 X.70) = 90% (91% is rounded down to 90%). As one can see, as a veteran nears a 100% rating it will take higher and higher additional ratings to increase the veterans overall rating even by 1% on the combined scale.
Because a 100% schedular rating is so difficult to reach for most veterans, an alternative mechanism called TDIU is also used by the VA. TDIU helps veterans, who are no longer employable due to their service connected disabilities, to achieve a 100% service connected rating, even though their schedular disability rating is lower than 100%.
Although most disabled veterans have heard of TDIU, there exists many misconceptions about TDIU and how to utilize TDIU effectively. The most common misunderstanding about TDIU is that it is a separate claim. In fact, TDIU can be considered in conjunction with an underlying claim for an increased evaluation. An additional misconception is that TDIU only applies to individuals with particular disabilities or rating levels.
When determining TDIU, the VA can only consider service connected disabilities and their effect on a veteran's ability to obtain and maintain gainful employment. Any disability, no matter how severe, which is not service connected cannot be a basis for TDIU. Besides being determined solely upon service connected disabilities, TDIU traditionally can be considered only if:
- The veteran has one service connected disability rated at 60% or higher; or
- If the veteran has a combined service connected disability rating of 70% and at least one disability rated at 40%.
When considering the single disability rating requirement of 60% or 40% as discussed, the VA will often miss the fact that many types of disabilities can be grouped together and treated as a single disability. For example, disabilities to both arms or both legs can be combined and treated as a single disability for purposes of TDIU. In addition, multiple disabilities that arose out of a single disease or accident can also be combined into a single disability for the purpose of TDIU.
Beyond the "schedular" application of TDIU, which requires ratings of 60% for a single disability and 70% for multiple disabilities (at least one disability rated at 40%), VA regulations also provide for consideration of "extraschedular" TDIU, when there is a single disability that does not meet the minimum rating requirements but the veteran is still unable to maintain gainful employment. For example, a veteran who suffers a single disability of the back may have a rating of 40%. This rating on its own would not reach the rating requirements for schedular TDIU; however, this veteran may still not be able to stand, sit or walk for sufficient amounts of time to allow the veteran to maintain gainful employment. Because the rating criteria does not allow for a higher rating for the back, and the veteran cannot maintain gainful employment, the regulations provide an extraschedular mechanism for the VA to grant TDIU. In this example, the veteran does not meet the minimum rating requirement for traditional TDIU, however, because a veteran cannot maintain gainful employment due to a service connected disability, the VA may grant TDIU if the veteran files for a rating increase and proves he is unemployable.
The bottom line is that veterans have alternative pathways of achieving a 100% disability rating. Many times the VA does not adequately consider these alternatives and it is important that denied claims are appealed and the claim is developed properly with evidence showing how the veteran's disabilities prevent the veteran from obtaining and maintaining gainful employment. If a veteran cannot work due to one or more service connected disabilities, the veteran is entitled to Total Disability/Individual Unemployability (TDIU).

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Liz and the Blue Bird
Liz and the Blue Bird
2018, NR, 90 min. Directed by Naoko Yamada. Voices by Atsumi Tanezaki, Nao Tōyama, Miyu Honda, Konomi Fujimura, Yuri Yamaoka.
REVIEWED By Richard Whittaker, Fri., Nov. 2, 2018
There's a deception in the opening moments of Liz and the Blue Bird: It's not, as the European fairy tale opening of a young woman in a mythical forest might suggest, another anime adaptation of a Western fantasy. That's the story of a piece of music that's being prepared by a school orchestra, and the background to the story of shy oboist Mizore Yoroizuka (Tanezaki) and cheerful flutist Nozomi Kasaki (Tōyama). The two are both popular soloists and loyal best friends. Their enemy is simply time: As seniors, both are becoming increasingly and painfully aware that their bond has an expiration date. They're growing up, and facing separate futures where crushes and clubs don't really mean anything.
Liz and the Blue Bird is effectively a standalone spin-off from the successful novel and anime series Sound! Euphonium, chronicling the lives and complexities of the Kitauji High School music club. In the show, Mizore and Nozomi were background characters, but here the spotlight is on them, without any need to dive into the broader backstory. Instead, it's an instantly recognizable story of connection and loss, of how important teen friendships are without ever falling into melodrama. Director Yamada proved her skill in depicting young adults with bullying mortality tale A Silent Voice, but this time she has more space to dedicate to the tiniest of interactions, with the fairy tale's lesson about letting your friends find their wings becoming increasingly poignant and relevant.
What's most impressive is that Yamada gives delicate life to a wafer-thin story of two friends drifting apart. Without ever feeling choppy or over edited, the shots are composed in microscopic detail, and by letting the camera land on unexpected items, like the way the girls move their hands when they talk to each other, or tiny drifts out of focus when they become distracted. There are odd flights of abstraction, such as during some of the rehearsals, while the sideways glimpses of the fairy tale (increasingly a metaphor for the girls' ailing relationship) have a soft, hand-painted, almost impressionist feel, evocative of early Miyazaki, or Yoshio Kuroda's The Dog of Flanders. It gives a subtle contrast to the luminous CGI-enhanced but more realistic depictions of classroom life. There are no violent clashes or extraneous drama about boys. Instead, it's a simple and tender portrait of how friendships aren't always forever.
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Using directional antennas to conserve bandwidth and energy consumption in ad hoc wireless networks has attracted much attention of the research community in recent years. However, limited research has focused on applying directional antennas to broadcasting. We devise a link reduction (LR) based broadcasting protocol for ad hoc wireless networks using directional antennas. LR outperforms most existing omnidirectional and directional broadcasting schemes in the sense that its normalized transmission cost and redundancy are significantly reduced, and consequently it is more bandwidth and energyefficient. Based on 2-hop neighborhood information, LR relies on no location or angle-of-arrival (AOA) information. LR is a localized protocol and it achieves full delivery in ideal networks. Simulation is conducted in ideal networks where packet collision, channel contention, or node mobility is avoided.


Today's name is Mongo
The name "Mongo" conjures up memories of Blazing Saddles for many of us of a certain age (and thoughts of a hospital for magical maladies for others). However, it is, in fact, a completely period name. It is a variant form of Mungo, the given name of the Scottish saint who is the patron of salmon and of the city of Glasgow. As Mongo, it appears in Scots records as a given name dated to 1490 and c. 1592. [1] In the spelling Mongow, it also appears in Scots records dated to 1579.[1]
Additionally, in one of those odd coincidences that often happens with language, "Mongo" is also a Mongol descriptive nickname meaning "silver."
[1] "Index of Scots Names in Dictionary of the Older Scottish Tongue" by Sara L. Uckelman
[2] "Mongolian Naming Practices" by Linda Miku


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Warren could mean:
Animal husbandry [change]
- Warren, a rabbitry or fixed establishment of cuniculture, the breeding and raising of domestic rabbits. (The domestic use of warren is imprecisely extended to rabbit or hare burrows in the wild.)
Forest law [change]
- Warren (free) ("Free warren"), a type of hunting franchise under the Anglo-Norman Forest law
- In metaphoric use, warren refers to a tight agglomeration of inferior accommodations, such as a slum.
- Warren abstract machine, a Prolog (software) engine
- Warren Commission, which investigated the assassination of John F. Kennedy
- Warren Cup, a Roman antiquity
- Warren's Gate, an archaeological site
- Warren's Skipper, a type of butterfly
- Warren Wagon Train Raid, historic incident in Texas
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Giraffoperiscopic Investigations
Giraffoperiscopic Investigations (2015) is a series of workshops held in relation to the exhibition We Are Reflected In Gazes Of Glass at Malmö Castle and is a part of the larger project How Do You See? During the workshop children build periscopes through which they can experience the stuffed and exhibited animals. Throughout the workshop a non-anthropocentric viewpoint is held, where the focus is on the experiences of different non-human animals and their life stories. Questions such as how and why the animals got here and how different animals, if visiting, could experience the same exhibition is asked.
The children are also leaving suggestions of names that could be given to Malmö's famous giraffe who has belonged to, and been on display at, Malmö Museum for over eight decades. The question is though: Can one name an animal that has been killed and capitalized by an institution without turning them into an even stronger brand and commodity?
Giraffoperiscopic Investigations was made in collaboration with Konstfrämjandet Skåne, Bästa Biennalen and Malmö Museer.
The project How Do You See? consists of three different chapters:
Slit, Scratch, Stuff, Stitch -an exhibition at Galleri S:t Gertrud
We are Reflected in Gazes of Glass -an exhibition at Malmö Castle
Giraffoperiscopic Investigations -a series of workshops at Malmö Castle


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|Title:||ETYMO - An Interpreter to Simulate Historical Sound Change|
|Description:||ETYMO is an IBM-compatible program which simulates regular historical sound change. ETYMO works as an interpreter which first reads a set of linguistical rules that describe the diachronical evolution of a language. It then applies those rules to ancestor words (which can be single words or corpora containing an unlimited number of words) and calculates its descendency line or lines (the program can handle ''single'' and ''multiple'' evolutions - in the latter case, the different possibilities are represented in an evolution tree). For each evolution step, ETYMO can give detailed information about the transformation. All evolutions can be saved and printed out. When used for corpus calculations, ETYMO can give statistical information about the regularity of the evolution. A set of linguistical rules describing the evolution from latin to spanish is available.
The program has been developped as a diploma work (''ETYMO - un interpr?teur linguistique dans le domaine de la linguistique diachronique. Avec une application? l'?volution du latin? l'espagnol'') at the University of Fribourg (Switzerland).
The program, it's source code, the linguistical data (a corpus with 600 spanish words) and the written diploma work can be downloaded a _URL_


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Optimized Crossover Genetic Algorithm for Vehicle Routing Problem with Time Windows
H. Nazif and L.S. Lee
DOI : 10.3844/ajassp.2010.95.101
American Journal of Applied Sciences
Volume 7, Issue 1
Problem statement: In this study, we considered the application of a genetic algorithm to vehicle routing problem with time windows where a set of vehicles with limits on capacity and travel time are available to service a set of customers with demands and earliest and latest time for serving. The objective is to find routes for the vehicles to service all the customers at a minimal cost without violating the capacity and travel time constraints of the vehicles and the time window constraints set by the customers. Approach: We proposed a genetic algorithm using an optimized crossover operator designed by a complete undirected bipartite graph that finds an optimal set of delivery routes satisfying the requirements and giving minimal total cost. Various techniques have also been introduced into the proposed algorithm to further enhance the solutions quality. Results: We tested our algorithm with benchmark instances and compared it with some other heuristics in the literature. The results showed that the proposed algorithm is competitive in terms of the quality of the solutions found. Conclusion/Recommendations: This study presented a genetic algorithm for solving vehicle routing problem with time windows using an optimized crossover operator. From the results, it can be concluded that the proposed algorithm is competitive when compared with other heuristics in the literature.
© 2010 H. Nazif and L.S. Lee. This is an open access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are credited.


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Tractor batteries are an open cell type. This type of battery allows you to add distilled water to each individual cell. In order to add water to the battery, you may have to remove the battery from the tractor to gain access. Once the individual cells are topped off with water, you can then connect the storage device to a regular battery charger. The overall charging time may exceed 12 hours.
Wear safety glasses whenever servicing any type of battery. Small particles can become airborne during the service operation.
Use either a 7/16-inch or half-inch end wrench to remove the negative (-) battery clamp from the battery terminal post, depending on your battery clamp. Turn the wrench in a counter-clockwise direction. Next, loosen and remove the positive (+) clamp from the battery.
Remove the battery from the tractor. Place the battery on a firm surface in a well-ventilated area.
Unscrew and remove the top battery caps from each individual cell. A 12-volt battery will have six caps, and 6-volt batteries will have three caps. Each cell contains a separate charging plate that can hold a charge of 2 volts. The plates are internally connected to give the final battery voltage.
Add distilled water to each separate cell. The water level should be to the bottom plastic ring in each cell.
Clean the terminal battery posts with the steel brush. The posts should have a shiny metallic color.
Connect the battery charger to the battery in the following order. Attach the black clamp to the negative (-) terminal, then secure the red clamp from the battery charger to the positive (+) post on the battery.
Observe the voltage selector switch on the face of the battery charger. Ensure the switch is in the correct voltage position. A 12-volt battery must be charged by 12 volts. A 6-volt battery must have the voltage switch set to the 6-volt charging state. Plug the charger into the wall outlet.
Remove the battery from the charger once the meter on the face of the battery charger reaches "0 amperes." The battery is now fully charged. Place the battery back in the tractor in the reverse order of what was described in step 2.


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Categories: Chris Shing, [Lessons]
Tags: activity, chris shing, field trip, North Albany Academy, rpi
Twenty-four eighth grade students from North Albany Academy, a K-8 school in the Albany school district, visited Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. They participated in four major themes, "What is college?", "Smart Lighting", "Turning Ideas into Reality," and "Tour of campus." 3Helix fellow, Chris Shing with help from teacher pair Kerry Welcome organized the outing. The goal of the day was to enhance student's awareness about higher education opportunities through demonstrating examples of cutting-edge research impact and by identifying associated career paths. A student life panel consisting of four current RPI students spoke about their college experience and answered questions.
At the end of the visit students were asked to fill out an exit survey (included in Appendix A). Of the 24 students who came, 15 students responded to the survey. Survey Responses from NAA visit.


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When you do the exact same boring tasks at your job every single day, this is an example of monotony.
- sameness of tone or pitch, or continuance of the same tone without variation
- lack of variation or variety
- tiresome sameness or uniformity
Origin of monotonyFrench monotonie ; from Classical Greek monotonia: see monotonous
- Uniformity or lack of variation in pitch, intonation, or inflection.
- Tedious sameness or repetitiousness: the monotony of daily routine.
Origin of monotonyGreek monotoni&amacron;, from monotonos, monotonous; see monotonous.


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5: Steel House
Background: Artist and architect Robert Bruno has been at work on his steel home since 1974. Bruno has said that he wants the shape of the structure to be somewhere between animal and machine.
Why Its Unique: Most homes have an initial skeleton that is built upon throughout the construction process, but Bruno has approached this home like a sculpture, building it on the fly and making constant modifications. Koliopoulos points out that the four legs and cantilevered design minimize the structures impact by not disrupting the earth as much as a typical home design would have. Estimated weight of the structure is 110 tons.


(1) Let y^2: = x^3+ 4x)" alt="Cy^2: = x^3+ 4x)" />, with the simplified group law (2.13) Show that the tangent line to C at P = (2,4) passes through (0,0), and deduce that P is a point of order 4 in the group law.
(2) Let C: (y^2=x^3+ax+b)\in \mathbb{R}^2 be nonsingular; find all points of order 2 in the group law, and understand what group they form (there are two cases to consider). Now explain geometrically how you would set about finding all points of order 4 on C.
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A previously unknown population of vampire moths has been found in Siberia. And in a twist worthy of a Halloween horror movie, entomologists say the bloodsuckers may have evolved from a purely fruit-eating species.
Only slight variations in wing patterns distinguish the Russian population from a widely distributed moth species, Calyptra thalictri, in central and southern Europe known to feed only on fruit.
When the Russian moths were experimentally offered human hands this summer, the insects drilled their hook-and-barb-lined tongues under the skin and sucked blood.
Entomologist Jennifer Zaspel at the University of Florida in Gainesville said the discovery suggests the moth population could be on an "evolutionary trajectory" away from other C. thalictri populations. This is the second population of vampire moths Zaspel and her team have found. They discovered the first in Russia in 2006.
Next January, she will compare the Russian population's DNA to that of other populations and other species to confirm her suspicions.
"Based on geography, based on behavior, and based on a phenotypic variation we saw in the wing pattern, we can speculate that this represents something different, something new," Zaspel said.
"But it is really difficult to say without knowing genetic differences between individuals in that population, and among individuals from other populations, how different this group is going to be."
(Zaspel's research is funded in part by a grant from the National Geographic Society's Committee for Research and Exploration. National Geographic owns National Geographic News.)
If it turns out that Zaspel has indeed caught a fruit-eating moth evolving blood-feeding behavior, it could provide clues as to how some moths develop a taste for blood.
(Related: "Vampire Bats Hunt by Sound of Victims' Breath" [June 19, 2006].)
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The Value of a GIft
Why Your Gifts Matter
Alumna Michele Karnash Mandell '69 discusses how scholarships played an important role in her education at Cal U and the financial challenges that students face today and Alexandra Brooks talks about the hardships she faced as a teenager and how a Cal U scholarship broke her cycle of life.
See how a coal miner's sacrifices continue to inspire generations of teachers and students.
Watch the stories of peer mentoring participants and see the impact of giving time to help others.


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The abalone shell was traditionally used in smudging ceremonies to represent the element of Water. They have been uncovered in archaeological digs from around the world dating back thousands of years.
The iridescent nacre inside the shell is formed from microscopic calcium carbonate tiles, making it exceptionally strong in addition to it's beauty. This distinctive rainbow shine is also frequently seen in jewelry.
Commonly used today as a fire safe container while smoke cleansing or to represent the ocean or feminine on an altar.
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water testing and maintenance can help prevent this condition.
These are just a few examples of diseases and health issues that Koi Carp can encounter. Regularly monitoring the health of your Koi, maintaining optimal water conditions, and seeking veterinary advice when needed will help ensure the longevity and well-being of your prized fish.
How long do koi carp usually live?
Koi carp usually live for an average of 20-30 years.
Is it possible for koi carp to live longer than 30 years?
Yes, it is possible for koi carp to live longer than 30 years. Some koi carp have been known to live up to 50-70 years with proper care.
What factors can affect the lifespan of koi carp?
Several factors can affect the lifespan of koi carp. These include genetics, water quality, nutrition, and the overall care they receive.
How can I ensure a longer lifespan for my koi carp?
To ensure a longer lifespan for your koi carp, you should provide them with a clean and well-maintained pond, proper nutrition, regular water testing and maintenance, and a stress-free environment. It is also important to avoid overstocking the pond and to provide appropriate filtration and aeration.
What are some signs of a healthy koi carp?
Some signs of a healthy koi carp include vibrant colors, active swimming behavior, clear eyes, smooth skin, and a good appetite. It is also important to monitor their growth rate and look for any signs of illness or abnormalities.
The World's Oldest Koi – Hanako (226 Years Old)
Man Makes 100k/Month passively, leveraging KOI FISH business | While Working a 9 to 5
From Birth to Jumbo Koi **The life cycle of a Fish**
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I've always been fascinated by koi carp and their vibrant colors. I recently got into koi keeping and wanted to learn more about their lifespan. After reading this article, I now have a clear understanding of how long these beautiful fish can live. It's surprising to know that with proper care and a healthy environment, koi carp can live up to 30 years or even more! This is really impressive, considering the average lifespan of most fish is much shorter. I can't wait to see my koi carp grow and thrive in their new home. This article has definitely given me a better appreciation for these amazing creatures and has motivated me to provide the best care for my koi.
As a female reader who has always been fascinated by koi carp, I found this article on the lifespan of koi to be incredibly informative. It answered all of my burning questions about how long these beautiful fish can live. The article explained that, on average, koi can live for about 25-35 years, but with proper care, they can even reach 50-70 years! I was amazed to learn that some koi have even been known to live for over 100 years. The article also mentioned that the lifespan of koi can vary depending on factors such as genetics, water quality, and diet. This made me realize that taking good care of my koi is essential if I want them to live a long and healthy life. Overall, this article has given me a new appreciation for koi carp and has motivated me to provide the best care possible for my own fish.
As a male reader, I've always been fascinated by koi carp and their graceful beauty. When it comes to their lifespan, it's incredible to think that these remarkable creatures can live for so long. On average, koi can live for 20 to 30 years, but they have been known to live for over 50 years in certain conditions. It's amazing to think that a koi fish could potentially be a lifelong companion. To ensure their longevity, providing them with a healthy diet, clean water, and a suitable environment is crucial. With proper care and attention, these majestic fish can bring joy and tranquility to a pond for many years. It's truly remarkable to witness the beauty and longevity of these magnificent creatures.
As a male fish enthusiast, I find the article "How Long Do Koi Carp Live? (The Lifespan of Koi)" quite informative. Koi carp are fascinating creatures known for their vibrant colors and graceful movements. The article explains that the lifespan of Koi can vary depending on various factors, including genetics, water quality, and diet. It highlights that with proper care and a suitable environment, Koi can live for more than 20 years, while some have been known to live for over 40 years. I personally find it fascinating how Koi can live for such a long time, almost like companions for a significant part of one's life. The article emphasizes the importance of providing a spacious pond and ensuring adequate filtration for the fish's wellbeing. I appreciate how the article educates readers on the specific care requirements and potential challenges that come with keeping Koi as pets. Overall, the article effectively delivers the information I was seeking regarding the lifespan of Koi carp. It has enhanced my understanding of these beautiful fish and has given me valuable insights into how to provide the best care for them. I look forward to implementing the tips and recommendations provided in the article to ensure the longevity and well-being of my future Koi companions.


Country Element
In this tutorial you learn how to configure a country element with its specific values to use it in ZOO.
1. Configuration
Parameter settings
Here is the description of the different values:
Multiselect: Choose if you should be able to select more than one country in the item creation view (see step 3).
2. Element Assignment
Parameter settings
If you activated the Multiselect option in step 1 you can choose how the values are separated in the frontend. You can choose between different chars like comma or pipe or the values can be wrapped by a html element like a div or a li.
3. Item Creation
Parameter settings
This is how the element looks when you create an item. See this tutorial for creating an item. Choose the countries out of the list.
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Testing Medicinal Plants at Dilston Physic Garden
Would you like to volunteer for Medicinal Plant Trials?
We are investigating if plants have the effects indicated by traditional use and focus on plants for the mind, since so much of well-being depends an optimal state of mind. Rather than major multicentre trials involving objective measures, we plan to conduct small (but statistically valid) trials involving self-assessment i.e. using, as an outcome, individual subjective experience.
Such studies would involve volunteers of all ages (over 18) with normal mental health, taking a safe herbal preparation, once or twice a day for a week or two, and completing a self assessment form before and at the end of the trial period. According to best clinical practice, volunteers would be randomly divided into 2 groups, one taking the active agent and the other an inactive (placebo-like) with no one knowing which they are on ('blind'). The results would be published in a peer reviewed scientific journal.
We would be most grateful if you would kindly complete this online questionnaire to help us design a useful and meaningful study:


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Unlike the other phases, only the first player acts in the Mythos Phase (check the first sentence about the Mythos phase in the rulebook page 9)
In your example you'd have 10 turns each before the GOO (Great Old One) awakens. Some caveats:
- 10 is just a sample number, various GOO's have between 7 and 14 tokens allowed.
- Not all Mythos cards open a gate (Rumors for example).
- There may already be a gate there (no Doom token is placed).
- Gates can open via other circumstances (these also generate a Doom token).
You can never be quite sure how many turns you have left. That's one of the great things about Arkham Horror.
The terror track is completely different. The main way that it advances is due to having too many monsters in the outskirts. It is pretty rare to fill the terror track, but you will see a building or two close fairly often.
For two players, you are allowed 6 monsters in the outskirts; if there are any more, then dump them and increment the terror track. (Note that 8 less the number of players is always the maximum number of monsters allowed in the outskirts.)


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How to Light Your Jack-o'-Lantern the Arduino Way
- 7:00 AM
This week I will outline a project for Halloween that uses the Arduino and a light to create a glowing effect inside a pumpkin. I use artificial pumpkins for projects like this so I can reuse them in following years. That's not a requirement, though: if you plan on using a real pumpkin, you can build this early and then add the light to the pumpkin once it is carved.
The effect we are going to use is called Pulse Width Modulation, or PWM. Pulse Width Modulation takes advantage of the averaging effect when you switch the power on and off quickly to a direct current (DC) load. For instance, if I create a square wave that is 5 volts high and I keep it on for 10ms and off for 10ms, the DC voltage measured will be 2.5 volts. Duty cycle is measured as a percentage of on time divided by the on time plus the off time. Just think of it as how much time the circuit is on: a 50 percent duty cycle means the the pulse is on for 50 percent of the time, a 25 percent duty means it is on for half that time. The lower the duty cycle, the lower the average DC voltage. This translates into dimming and brightening of the light bulb.
If you want to try this out using a resistor and an LED, here is a simple Arduino UNO Sketch that will dim and brighten the LED in this circuit.
void setup ()
void loop ()
for (int i = 0; i <= 255; i++)
for (int i = 255; i >= 0; i--)
The code introduces two new concepts. The first is a for loop; this is a common construct in programming and you will find lots of uses for it. The simple explanation is you use a variable, change its value, use it again, then change its value again. This goes on until the variable reaches a certain value, at which point you stop using it and move on. The first for loop in the code above is for (int i = 0; i <= 255; i++). The variable is i, the number we are testing for is 255, and we are incrementing i every time we use it.
How are we using it? The statement analogWrite (3,i); is how PWM is implemented in the Arduino. Pin 3 will output a square wave with a certain duty cycle. A value of 0 means a duty cycle of 0%, or completely off. A value of 255 is a duty cycle of 100% or full on. The values in between give different intensity and that gives the effect of the light brightening.
The last thing to address is for (int i = 255; i >= 0; i–) — this is the same as the first for loop except for one difference. In this case i starts at 255 and is decremented to 0; this will dim the light. Play around with the code by using different starting and end values for i.
I have to say for this kind of lighting I prefer incandescent bulbs; they give a warmer glow to the pumpkin. The code doesn't change, of course, but the circuit does. To use an incandescent bulb you need to use the circuit below, which was introduced a few weeks ago in a previous post.
So grab a pumpkin and get carving, and while you're at it carve a few extras for next week's project, where we will be adding pumpkins and a little bit of randomness.


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The getcontext() function accesses a different Context
object for each thread. Having separate thread contexts means that threads
may make changes (such as
getcontext.prec=10) without interfering with
Likewise, the setcontext() function automatically assigns its target to the current thread.
If setcontext() has not been called before getcontext(), then getcontext() will automatically create a new context for use in the current thread.
The new context is copied from a prototype context called DefaultContext. To control the defaults so that each thread will use the same values throughout the application, directly modify the DefaultContext object. This should be done before any threads are started so that there won't be a race condition between threads calling getcontext(). For example:
# Set applicationwide defaults for all threads about to be launched DefaultContext.prec = 12 DefaultContext.rounding = ROUND_DOWN DefaultContext.traps = ExtendedContext.traps.copy() DefaultContext.traps[InvalidOperation] = 1 setcontext(DefaultContext) # Afterwards, the threads can be started t1.start() t2.start() t3.start()...
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Noun: implosion therapy
 1. A technique used in behaviour therapy; client is flooded with experiences of a particular kind until becoming either averse to them or numbed to them
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Derived forms: implosion therapies


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What Aristotle called "the arrangement of the incidents," the plot of a work depends upon how its episodes are presented. A work of IF may have only one possible plot, as in Photopia. It may have several plots, as in Losing Your Grip. Most cave-crawl adventures have multiple plots because they have puzzles that can be solved in a different order each time. Although a work like the usual play or novel can be said to have a plot, a work of IF has one or more potential plots that are only realized during an interaction.
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Let's derive the running time of the median of medians algorithm. Since you can use Google, you already know that the answer is O(n). But do you know why?
Median of medians is a divide-and-conquer algorithm. In each stage of the recursion, we split the array into K subarrays and recurse on them. To combine the results of those recursions, we do a constant amount of work.
So the running time for an array of length N is
T(n) = kT(n/k) + C
where k and C are constants. Usually K=5.
Luckily, we can solve this recurrence with case one of the master theorem. This gives a running time of O(n).
What if, instead, we did O(n) work to combine the results of the recursions? This is essentially what you are claiming.
Then the recurrence would be
T(n) = kT(n/k) + Cn + D
where k, C, and D are constants.
By case 2 of the master theorem, the running time would be O(n log n).
Incidentally, this is the reason why quicksort's running time is O(n log n)-- because it does O(n) work before doing each recursion. In quicksort's case, k = 2.
Anyone can use Google and find the running time of an algorithm. But unless you can derive it, you do not truly understand it. Perhaps you need to do a little bit less talking and a little bit more listening.


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- By Smith
- Published 29/05/2013
- ISBN 9781442545915
- Format Book
Basic Plumbing Services Skills: Roof Plumbing provides students with the fundamental skills and basic knowledge required for roof plumbing.
This resource is divided into two parts:
Part A—Roof Plumbing Fundamentals provides learners with a thorough foundation in the key principles of r...


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By Sascha O. Becker and Ludger Wößmann. Reading for Tuesday, 10 April 2007.
Max Weber attributed the higher economic prosperity of Protestant regions to a Protestant work ethic. We provide an alternative theory, where Protestant economies prospered because instruction in reading the Bible generated the human capital crucial to economic prosperity. County-level data from late 19th-century Prussia reveal that Protestantism was indeed associated not only with higher economic prosperity, but also with better education. We find that Protestants' higher literacy can account for the whole gap in economic prosperity. Results hold when we exploit the initial concentric dispersion of the Reformation to use distance to Wittenberg as an instrument for Protestantism.
Published: Thursday, April 05, 2007
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Whose bones are these?
For today's prompt from Robert Lee Brewer's Write Better Poetry blog, write a question poem. There are a few different ways to come at this one. First, make the title of your poem a question and use the poem to answer it. Or make the title the answer and the poem the question. Or end your poem on a question.
Whose bones are these—
delicate as toothpicks
in last year's leaves?
Did anyone mourn this death
from natural causes—
probably violent?
Is there a motherless
pup, cub or kit
wandering these woods?
I feel the urge to dig
a small grave— the futile
gesture of a primate
who spends too much time
walking in cemeteries.
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 You walked in an archeologist's mind.
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 And now I have "Circle of Life" from The Lion King in my head!
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 write about these bones in a shallow grave, just so we can see there was a soul, when they unearth these remains-in your words, perhaps they will know that someone cared, enough to celebrate, the sacredness of life – that just came to mind and it appears that what was done, by nature, as was intended. Thank you for honoring this life.
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On 29 November, the United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme in Fiji launched a flagship report, the State of the World's Volunteerism Report (SWVR) 2018, demonstrating that volunteers across Asia and the Pacific region are a fundamental coping strategy for resilient communities. The SWVR 2018 launch in Suva, Fiji was held on the occasion of the UNV Executive Coordinator's official visit to the Pacific.
As our climate changes rapidly, it brings major new risks for communities. Across all societies, volunteers are at the forefront of responding to and coping with shocks, using local knowledge, networks, and capacities to build community resilience. But the scale and unpredictability of future risks, rising inequalities, and low capacities mean that new support is required to sustain this people-centred approach to climate resilience. The Policy Brief acknowledges how volunteers are already mapping and monitoring climate change at scale.
UNV commissioned this global research study to provide a picture of trends and lessons in the development of supportive volunteerism policies and legislation in the decade of volunteering from 2001. A review was conducted in seven regions, complemented by country-specific case studies in each region. The study analyses considerations in drafting and implementing volunteerism laws and policies, and highlights the need to tailor them to specific local, national and regional contexts. This paper is currently being updated for the 2018 State of the World's Volunteerism Report.


Roscoe Holcomb
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Roscoe Holcomb
Roscoe Holcomb in 1962
Background information
Birth name Roscoe Halcomb
Born (1912-09-05)September 5, 1912
Origin Daisy, Kentucky, USA
Genres Folk, bluegrass, country, gospel, old-time music
Occupation(s) Miner, construction worker, Farmer, Musician
Instruments Banjo, Guitar, Harmonica
Years active 1958–1978
Roscoe Holcomb, (born as Roscoe Halcomb[1] September 5, 1912 – died February 1, 1981) was an American singer, banjo player, and guitarist from Daisy, Kentucky. A prominent figure in Appalachian folk music, Holcomb was the inspiration for the term "high, lonesome sound," coined by folklorist and friend John Cohen. The "high lonesome sound" term is now used to describe bluegrass singing, although Holcomb was not, strictly speaking, a bluegrass performer.
Life and performance style[edit]
Holcomb's repertoire included old-time music, hymns, traditional music and blues ballads. In addition to playing the banjo and guitar, he was a competent harmonica and fiddle player, and sang many of his most memorable songs a cappella.
A coal miner, construction laborer and farmer for much of his life, Holcomb was not recorded until 1958, after which his career as a professional musician was bolstered by the folk revival in the 1960s. Holcomb gave his last live performance in 1978. Due to what he described as injuries he sustained during his long career as a laborer, Holcomb was eventually unable to work for more than short periods, and his later income came primarily from his music. Suffering from asthma and emphysema as a result of working in coal mines, he died in 1981 at the age of 68.
Holcomb's discography includes:[3]
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Can a Palace Really be Sustainable? - Case Study of Versailles
SJR 04 - 05 - 2010
When one first looks at the Versailles Palace in France, the immediate thought that comes to mind is something to the effect of "over-the-top," or "gaudy." Sustainable is NOT what a visitor thinks, but on closer look some sustainable principles start to emerge. The palace was home to not only the king, but also the nobles of the court. Therefore the people not only lived at the palace, they also worked and entertained themselves in the palace on the grounds. This is similar to the concept of mixed-use in present day planning. A designer tries to create places that can meet every need of the residents. Along with residences, these mixed-use projects include grocery stores, offices, coffee shops, clothing stores, bars, restaurants, gathering spaces, and much more. Another feature that can be taken away from Versailles is the range of activities the grounds provide. In the center of the gardens in the mile-long Grand Canal around which people could walk or take a boat. The areas on either side of the canal offer a range of different size spaces for gathering. Some are large, like the formal gardens and the amphitheatre. Others are smaller and more intimate, like Apollo's Tree Grove. The lands beyond the gardens were used for horse-back riding and hunting. No matter what a person wanted to do, the Versailles grounds had it all. Inside there were numerous ballrooms and dining rooms for parties, as well as the different apartments. Also there are a lot of windows in the palace that allow the rooms to be naturally lit. While the concept behind Versailles can be seen as sustainable, the manner in which it was create wasn't. There is a large amount of unused space in the palace interiors and the excess of material, like the gold leaf covering many of the surfaces. The fact that the site was once a swamp meant that in order to construct the palace and grounds, all the land had to be drained. Then over a hundred fountains were added in the gardens. In fact there are so many fountains that they can't all be run at one time! So while the palace at first glance isn't a very sustainable piece of architecture and landscape architecture, there are plenty of concepts and principles that we as present-day designers can learn from. Hall of Mirrors and Plan of Versailles Grounds
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Aims and objectives
Rugby League Cares supports four key areas within Rugby League – player welfare and education; a grants programme which secures and distributes grants to the sport's stakeholders to deliver projects benefitting the health and wellbeing of its broad community; support for players (professional and amateur) who have suffered life-changng injuries; and a heritage programme which aims to deliver a world class Rugby League museum.
The charity's strategic aims are:
 1. * To continually improve on the services and support provided to the people and communities we aim to support;
 2. * To continually increase the funding and resources available to support the people and communities we aim to support.
Our objectives are:
 1. * To support Rugby League at all levels, particularly for those that play, have played, run or have previously run the sport at a professional level;
 2. * To use Rugby League as a force for positive behavioural change and measurable improvements to individual health and wellbeing, particularly with those living in communities near to where the sport is played and most affected by poor socio-economic circumstance and life opportunities;
 3. * To use Rugby League to inspire greater participation in physical activity;
 4. * To develop sufficient finances to enable those with permanent serious injuries assistance when breakthroughs in medical treatment occurs;
 5. * To use the unique history of the sport to inspire communities to learn more about Rugby League, their community and the people that have lived and worked there in the past;
 6. * To use Rugby League to reach and serve the widest and most diverse audience possible in arts and cultural activities, breaking down barriers to social groups not traditionally associated with museums, arts and cultural activities such as dance and other arts forms;
 7. * To encourage greater interest in Rugby League either as a player, spectator or viewer.


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ANTH 231: Native North American Cultures: Books
Anthologies vs. Monographs
Edited anthologies are book-length texts that include a set of essays or articles by a variety of authors. Monographs are a book-length text (not a collection of essays or articles). You can't always tell from the record in the catalog whether a book is an edited volume or not--you may need to actually look at the physical book or go into the ebook to figure it out. If a book is written by one or two authors, it is considered a monograph. If the book contains chapters or essays by a bunch of different authors, that is an anthology.
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If you would like to browse in the stacks for books about Native Americans, you will find many of them located in the following call number area:
E75-99 Indians of North America


The effect of Mg on Ca movement between the sarcoplasmic reticulum (SR) and myofilament space (MFS) was studied in skinned muscle fibers by using isometric force as an indicator of MFS Ca. In Ca-loaded fibers at 20 degrees C, the large force spike induced by Ca in 1 mM Mg (5 mM ATP) was strongly inhibited in 3 mM Mg, and force development was extremely slow. After a brief Ca stimulus in 1 mM Mg, relaxation in Ca-free solution was significantly faster in 3 mM Mg. These changes were due to altered Ca movements, since the effect of 3 mM Mg on steady force in CaEGTA solutions was small. Changes in Mg alone induced force transients apparently due to altered Ca movement. In relaxed fibers, decreasing the Mg to 0.25 mM caused phasic force development. In contracting fibers in Ca solutions, increasing the Mg caused a large transient relaxation. The effects of increased Mg were antagonized by 0.5 mM Cd, an inhibitor of the SR Ca transport system. The results indicate that active Ca uptake by the SR in situ is stimulated by Mg, and that it can affect local MFS [Ca++] in the presence of a substantial Ca source. These results provide evidence that an increased rate of Ca uptake in 3 mM Mg could account for inhibition of the large force spike associated with Ca-induced Ca release in skinned fibers.
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WA Listens
What is WA Listens?
WA Listens is a free, confidential support line and outreach program for WA state residents. We provide non-clinical support and resources to folx experiencing elevated stress due to COVID-19. Our main focus is BIPOC communities to support community resiliency through our struggle. Our hotline is _PHONE_ and our mainline for texting is _PHONE_.
Serving all of WA State
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Mental health, COVID-19, and BIPOC communities
Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, physical, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. The COVID-19 pandemic has greatly impacted everyone, especially our BIPOC communities. BIPOC communities have difficulties accessing services and resources and our goal is to make positive changes to help our communities receive mental health care services and make resources readily available.
We provide presentations going over mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic in BIPOC communities. Please reach out if you would like more information!
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integer getHisHer(object Mobile);
The getHisHer function will return a string containing "his", "her" or "its" based on the sex value of a mobile. See getSex.
sex=0: "his" is returned
sex=1: "her" is returned
sex=2: "its" is returned
If an invalid object/mobile is provided than the string "his" will be returned, see getSex for more details.
Because player ghosts have a body type of 402 or 403, they will be considered "its".
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(Phys.org) -- Researchers in Britain are confused by the mute swans of Abbotsbury Swannery. They lay four to ten eggs during a laying cycle which lasts generally a couple of days. During that time, they sometimes sit on the eggs laid up to that point, but not long enough to cause the eggs to begin incubation; that doesnt start until all of the eggs have been laid. So why do they bother at all beforehand? It seems like a waste of energy, which birds as a general rule, tend to avoid. Thats what this new research aims to find out. The group have taken a real egg, sawed off one end and fitted it inside with electronics embedded in rubbery silicon.
The electronics consist of an accelerometer to measure movement, a radio signal generator, a thermometer to find out just how much heat the birds are offering to the eggs both before all are laid and after and a chip to do all the conversions. The end product is good enough to fool the swans and thereby give the researchers a way to measure what goes on with the egg, something that could not be done any other way. The egg sends data to a remote computer eight times a second, where the information is analyzed and stored.
The swannery in Abbotsbury has hosted swans, scientists believe, for over a thousand years and is unique in that its the only mute swan colony that is managed by humans. Its also a tourist attraction. Because of that, the swans are used to people and dont grow flustered and leave when they come around. The colony typically supports over 600 swans of which generally just a hundred and fifty are part of mutual pairings. Nesting swans are generally quite territorial leading to nests that are rather far apart. In Abbotsbury, thats not possible, so the birds sometimes lose track of young as they wander into the nests of others nearby. Back in the 1500s the swans were eaten at special events by monks from the Benedictine monastery at St. Peter's.
In addition to figuring out why the birds roost before laying all their eggs, the researchers hope to learn more about the process by which cygnets hatch in general.
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On the Possibilities of Predicting Cohort Fertility Measures from Period Fertility Measures: Theory and Empirical Evidence
P. C. Roger Cheng, National Central University, Taiwan
This paper establishes a formal relationship between period and cohort measures, responds to the literature casting doubts on the usefulness of period measures as cohort estimators, and proposes three tempo-adjusted predictors of cohort quantum which are easy to implement. Empirical evidence from 23 European countries, Canada, and the U.S. suggests that our predictors provide satisfactory estimations and outperform some conventional methods in most cases, especially when the observed cohort experience is truncated at very young ages.
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Key Opinion Leaders
A opinion leader is an active speaker, communicator or commentator who interprets often complex messages for other people. Oftentimes an opinion leader is held in high esteem, meaning that his / her messages are considered as reliable and factual. Key opinion leaders (KOL) are those people who are recognized and followed by a large number of other people. Good examples are:
- Industry analysts from Gartner, Forrester, IDC...or other market research organizations
- key journalists covering your field of activity working for large media (the national press, key websites)
- key politicians showing an active interest in your business
Whichever sector you are working in, keeping an eye on what your industry specific KOL are talking about can help you to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats.
How to track what KOL are talking about
The first step is to create a list (or lists) of the KOL for your sector or area of interest.
Using this and a query you can create a bar chart that shows the number of articles citing them or written by them.
Here is an example based on KOL for diabetes.
If you want to go a step further, you can combine the KOL list with a list of key subjects that you would like to focus on.
You can then create Digimind analysis based on these two lists.
Here is one created using a list of diabetes KOL and important diabetic healthcare themes:
You can run this type of analysis on any type of Digimind graph that uses two lists (for more details please follow this link).


Using the Compute Derivative Tool in SMS
With the release of the SMS 13.1 beta, a new tool has been added to the Dataset Toolbox. The Dataset Toolbox contains many tools for creating new datasets from existing data in your project. The Dataset Toolbox contains the Data Calculator as well as tools for comparing datasets and completing certain functions.
Among all the tools currently available, the Compute Derivative tool has been added to the Temporal tools in the Dataset Toolbox. In a previous blog post we discussed the other temporal tools if you want to review the function of those tools. The Compute Derivative tool allows you to create a new dataset showing the change from one time step to the next, or the derivative from one time step to the next of an existing dataset.
To access and use the Computer Derivative tool, do the following:
 1. Have a transient dataset loaded into the project.
 2. Use the Data | Dataset Toolbox command.
 3. In the Dataset Toolbox dialog, select the Computer Derivative tool under the list of Temporal tools.
 4. Select the desired dataset to use for the computation.
 5. Select either the Change or Derivative option.
 6. If selecting the Derivative option, also specify the time units.
 7. Enter a name for the new dataset.
Compute Derivative Tool in SMS
The new dataset generated from the Computer Derivative tool will output data in between the existing dataset time steps, resulting in one fewer time steps than the original dataset.
The Compute Derivative tool is only available for data that is in the 2D Mesh module or the UGrid module. Make certain that you have your dataset included in one of these two modules. If you have your dataset in a different module, you will need to interpolate it over to a 2D mesh or UGrid (unstructured grid) before using the Computer Derivative tool.
Try out using the Compute Derivative tool in SMS 13.1 today!
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I notice that when downloading a footprint from Ultra-Librarian that it often includes a set of 3. When downloading the models for the ITS414N for example it includes three slightly different footprints: Sot223, Sot223-M, Sot223-L.
Are these footprints meant for different layers or are they alternatives based on the needs of the designer? If so, why should one footprint be chosen over the other?
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Notice how the pads on each are different. These usually follow the different recomendations (usually from IPC) for high density, low density, etc.
Low density has bigger pads which will give you better thermal and electrical connections and can be stronger.
Depending on the soldering process (hand soldering, flow, oven) you might also want different pad sizes.
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Governors strive to boost higher ed's ranking on political agendas
March 26, 2001
The National Governors Association hosted a roundtable discussion on higher education, Tuesday, March 20, marking the formal launch of an effort to put higher education at the top of state and national agendas.
Goals of the four-year initiative are to expand the dialogue on postsecondary education and help states improve their higher-education systems.
"Governors recognize that economic competitiveness is no longer based on which state can provide the best tax breaks or corporate incentives," said NGA chairman Gov. Parris N. Glendening. "Economic development is being driven by investments in education, particularly in higher education."
The group released five papers it commissioned to describe the economic and demographic forces affective higher education. The essays are available at


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CSS Buttons: Tutorials and examples
Creating buttons with CSS is one of the most experimented-with web design techniques around. Examples and tutorials abound.
The biggest recent trend in CSS button design seems to be eliminating images, especially background images, from buttons. But there are plenty of other things designers are doing with buttons, some that do include images.
Below we've collected more than twenty tutorials, examples, and tools for creating CSS buttons, most of which use CSS3.
Included are buttons to suit virtually every design style. We've tried to focus on newer techniques here, leaving out the long-standing techniques (like the sliding door method for creating rounded corners) that most designers are already familiar with.
If you have other tutorials or examples you'd like to share, please do so in the comments!
Tutorials and articles
Rediscovering the button element
A really helpful article discussing the
button element in CSS, which is often overlooked by designers. It's a bit older, but still has tons of useful information on creating more stylish buttons with CSS.
Beautiful CSS buttons with icon set
Here's another article that talks about how to create buttons with icons, though using
span classes rather than the
Build kick-ass practical CSS3 buttons
This video tutorial from Nettuts+ shows how to create practical CSS3 buttons that even include what appears to be a Twitter bird icon image, but is in fact created entirely with CSS3.
Beautiful Photoshop-like buttons with CSS3
While the buttons here aren't particularly forward-thinking in terms of look, what is amazing is that they were created entirely using CSS3, without using an images, and were only based on buttons created in Photoshop.
Better button and navigation interactions
This is a great, simple tutorial from Darren Hoyt on creating better behaviors for your buttons that encourage visitors to interact with your site.
Super awesome buttons with CSS3 and RGBA
This tutorial from Zurb covers using CSS3 and alpha-blending using RGBA to create scalable buttons with only a single PNG image.
Building beautiful buttons with CSS gradients
A tutorial for building a button using CSS gradients similar to those used by Mozilla for Firefox Personas.
How to design a sexy button using CSS
This tutorial shows how to create a big, vibrant button without using images.
Realistic looking CSS3 buttons
These are simple buttons, created entirely with CSS3, including some pseudo-elements.
Pretty CSS3 buttons
This tutorial shows how to create a simple, slightly glossy-style button that's scalable and can be created in any color without images.
CSS3 buttons without any images
A simple tutorial for creating dynamic buttons that use only CSS3 and no images. There are four states for each button, including disabled, hovered, and clicked states.
5 different tutorials of dynamic CSS round corners link buttons
This is a collection of five different tutorials for creating CSS buttons with rounded corners. Two include the use of images, but the other three don't.
Create a CSS3 button that degrades nicely
Until all browsers properly support CSS3, we're going to run into issues when using it to create things like buttons. This tutorial shows how to create great CSS3 buttons that also look fine in older browsers, like IE6 and 7.
Apple's navigation bar using only CSS
This tutorial shows how to recreate the button-style navigation menu on Apple's website. It works best in Safari 3+, but still looks fine in other browsers.
Create a CSS3 call to action button
This tutorial shows how to create a call to action button entirely with CSS that includes different default and hover states.
Sexy buttons with CSS3
This simple tutorial shows how to create nicely-styled buttons with unique hover and active states. The buttons can be scaled and their color can be changed easily.
Glossy buttons without images using only CSS3
Looking at these buttons, it's hard to believe they're made without images unless you look very closely. The code is complicated, but the end result looks great, complete with hover effect.
CSS3 buttons with icons
This tutorial shows how to create CSS3 buttons with gradients that also include icon images and are cross-browser compatible.
Roll your own Google buttons
This tutorial shows how to make scalable Google-style buttons with colored borders. The end results are minimalist and clean.
Examples and tools
10 awesome CSS3 buttons to use on your website
Here's a collection of ten buttons you can use on your website. They're all pretty basic but are created using just CSS3 with no images.
CSS3 gradient buttons
This is a huge collection of CSS3 buttons from Web Designer Wall. Included are a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors, all with gradients. One of the best parts about them, though, is how gracefully these buttons degrade in browsers that don't have full CSS3 support.
CSS-Tricks offers this free CSS3 button creator. Just define the background colors for each state of the button, the size, and the text attributes, and it will create the CSS code for you.
These buttons use CSS animations in Safari to create a pulsing, glowing effect. In other browsers that support CSS3, they're still perfectly functional and look just fine.
Written exclusively for WDD by Cameron Chapman.
Know other techniques for creating awesome CSS buttons that weren't mentioned here? Or have a favorite example? Please share them in the comments!


Boarding the bus
When your 'buggy friendly' bus arrives, you should lean the buggy onto its rear wheels, move the buggy forward and lower the front wheels onto the bus. You can ask the driver to lower the step if you need to. Do not try to board when the step is lowering, as you could trap your buggy's wheels between the step and the kerb.
 1. Make sure your buggy is in the special 'buggy zone' on board
 2. Apply the brakes and keep hold of your buggy at all times
 3. Never leave your child or buggy unattended whilst on board
 4. Don't hang shopping or other bags on your buggy, it could overbalance
When getting off the bus
 1. Before attempting to get off the bus make sure that it is not in the process of kneeling. This is to prevent your buggy's wheels becoming trapped between the bus step and the kerb
 2. Lean your buggy back slightly on to its rear wheels and move forward until the rear wheels are at the edge of the step. Lower your buggy, keeping it as level as possible until the wheels make contact with the ground
 3. Remember, you can always ask the driver to lower the step for you
There is limited space for buggies on board our buses, this can vary depending on the bus, the number of buggies and the size of the buggies. If there are already buggies on board the driver may ask you to fold your buggy. Please help us make the trip safe for everyone and don't block the aisles or exits of the bus with your buggy.
Currently, not all of our buses are 'buggy friendly', in which case, you will need to fold your buggy and stow it in the luggage rack. Don't worry, the driver will give you time to do this.
When a wheelchair user needs to use the wheelchair space
Wheelchair users have priority over everyone else for the use of the designated wheelchair space, since this is the only place in which they can travel safely. Non-wheelchair users, unlike wheelchair users, will normally have a choice about which part of the bus to sit or stand in.
Common decency and respect for wheelchair users should mean that other passengers make way for them. Passengers are urged to offer cooperation in allowing proper use of the designated wheelchair area.
If the wheelchair space is occupied with a buggy, standing passengers or otherwise full, and there is space elsewhere in the vehicle, the driver will ask that it is made free for a wheelchair user. Where a pushchair or buggy is occupying the space, the driver will ask that it is repositioned, moved to another part of the bus or folded and stored in the luggage space, where available.


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Measure 14 crowns from the ends of both lines and tie with twine to prevent
further unraveling. Unlay lines to the tie marks. Tape or heat-seal the strand
ends. Bring the lines together so that the main bodies meet and the unlayed
strands mesh; alternating a strand of one with a strand of the other.
Temporarily tape the unlayed strands of one line to the body of the other line.
Tuck one of the strands from the second line over and under a strand of the
opposite line, working against the twist. Take the unlayed strand next to the
strand just tucked and tuck it over and under the next line strand. Do the,
same with the third unlayed strand.
Make one more tuck with each strand then turn the splice around and remove the
temporary ties. Make two tucks with each of the other three-unlayed strands. Go
back and make two additional tucks with each of the six strands. If desired,
taper the splice area as shown in Step 6, page 26. Cut off all remaining ties
and clip off ends of protruding strands. Roll the splice to smooth out.
The short splice is used for end to end joining of two lines of the same
size. It is useful for repairing cut or damaged lines or joining two short


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Package: input-utils (0.0.20051128-4)
Links for input-utils
Download Source Package input-utils:
utilities for the input layer of the Linux kernel
This is a collection of utilities which are useful when working with the input layer of the Linux kernel (version 2.6 and later). Included are utilities to list the input devices known to the kernel, show the input events that are received by a device, and query or modify keyboard maps.
Other Packages Related to input-utils


Balanced circulants
Given interer $k \geq 1$ and $m \geq 1$, let us introduce a graph $G(k,m) = (V,E)$ with circular symmetry as follows: $V = {\bf Z}_n = \{0,1,...,n-1\}$, where $n = 4km$, and $(i,j) \in E$ iff
\begin{displaymath}i-j + 4mt = +1 \;\; or \, -1 \;\; (mod \; n)\end{displaymath}
for some integer $t$. E.g. if $k=5, m=2$ then $n = 40$ and $(i,j) \in E$ iff $i - j (mod \; 40) \in \{7,9; 15,17; 23,25; 31,33; 39,1\}.$
It is not difficult to check that $G(k,m)$ is balanced, i.e. it has no odd cycles, nor $(4i+2)$-holes. In fact, it may only contain holes of length 4 and $4m$. Moreover, every $(4i+2)$-cycle has at least two chords. Hence, $G(k,m) - e$ is still balanced for any edge $e$, in agreement with Conjecture 2 from the section "Balanced Graphs". Conjecture 1 of the same section also holds for $G(k,m)$. Indeed, if $k > 1$ then $S = \{0; 4mi+1, 4mi-1 \; \vert \; i = 1, \ldots,k\}$ is a star cutset: 0 is an isolated vertex in $\bar{G}[S]$, while $4mj$ is an isolated vertex in $G[V \setminus S]$ for every $j = 1, \ldots, k;$ and if $k=1$ then $G(k,m)$ is $4m$-cycle, that is a basic graph
CONJECTURE. Every non-empty balanced circulant is isomorphic to a $G(k,m)$.
Contributed by Diogo Andrade, Endre Boros, and Vladimir Gurvich
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Students in Ms. Kate's Visual Art class created a mural of Marin County, which they worked on over several weeks during the fall semester of the after-school program. Over 60 students from grades K-5 collaborated on the mural, which reflects their community, the environment around them, and the landscape and people they interact with daily.
The mural is on display in the school library shared by Bayside Elementary and Willow Creek Academy. What do you think about the mural? Please leave us a comment.
Student's also created sculptures using tree branches, recycled materials, and craft items. They were asked to create a place of safety or a "safe space." Many of the students built fences and tree houses to represent their space.


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The section after the action is called the postlude. The rule's postlude statement is evaluated after the action has been generated.
The postlude allows for effects. Effects are an important addition to the ECA pattern. Effects differ from actions in that they do not result in directive documents being sent to the endpoint. Instead, they cause side effects on the KRE system. Examples of effects include the following:
 - Persistent variables. An effect might cause a permanent change to a persistent variable. Persistent variables allow context to be automatically maintained for an entity or an application across separate invocations of a rule set. See the documentation on persistent variables for more information.
 - Control statements. Sometimes, you need affect the normal execution order. For example, the last statement causes the execution of the ruleset to terminate after the current rule.
 - Explicit events. Explicit events allow a rule set to raise an event in response to incoming events.
 - Scheduled events. Scheduled events are raised and evaluated at a specific time.
 - Exception Handling Rules can raise error events that other rules respond to for handling exceptions.
 - Explicit Logging An effect might direct the system to log something.
The rule postlude allows action to be taken based on whether or not the rule fired. The most common use is to manage persistent variables. You can also place explicit logging statements in the prelude.
Postludes are evaluated based on the status of the rule: fired, notfired, or always. The fired and notfired constructs take an optional else clause that is executed in the opposite state. Consequently, a postlude takes on of the following forms:
Since the else is optional, you will often see postludes without it:
The following section describe the various statements that a postlude can contain:


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HMICFRS reports
Her Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services (HMICFRS) assesses and reports on the police and their work. Their independent reports are used to drive improvements in the delivery of services and to inform the public about the police and how they work.
Whenever the HMICFRS publish a report that is relevant to a police force, the Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) has a duty to respond.
HMICFRS reports and the response from the PCC are listed below.
PEEL assessment by HMICFRS
The primary framework in which police forces are inspected is called PEEL: Police Effectiveness, Efficiency and Legitimacy. PEEL assessments look at the whole performance of a single police force.
As a result of the Integrated PEEL Assessment, forces are given a grade in each of these three areas.
The four grades are:
 1. Inadequate
 2. Requires improvement
 3. Good
 4. Outstanding.
2018/19 grades
How effectively does the force reduce crime and keep people safe?Good
How efficiently does the force operate and how sustainable are its services to the public?Outstanding
How legitimately does the force treat the public and its workforce?Good
The full assessment of Avon and Somerset Police can be found on the HMICFRS website.
Read the response from the Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) to the Home Secretary on the 2018/19 HMICFRS inspection.
HMICFRS thematic inspections
HMICFRS will also carry out inspections to look at how police forces in England and Wales deal with particular issues (themes).
This is done by looking at multiple police forces and agencies to make sure they fully assess the processes and procedures in places and actions are taken to address the theme/s.
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- Virtual First Day (All School) – August 19th, 2020
- First Day in person and simultaneous virtual – September 2nd, 2020
For the 2020-2021 School Year, St. Mary of Carmel will provide our families both:
- An On-Campus Learning Model
We are also preparing for whole school e-learning should it be necessary throughout the year.
As always, our top priority is to be able to serve our students by providing a quality, Catholic Education in a safe and nurturing environment. A safe environment is more important now than ever and we have developed these protocols with special care to ensure the health and safety of our students upon their return. We know that nothing can replace in person, face to face learning and our goal is to prepare stringent safety and cleaning protocols so that students can return to school safely. However, we understand the uncertainty of these times and are ready to provide flexible options for families so that your students can continue to receive the highest quality education in the environment most comfortable for your family.
Both in-person instruction and online distance learning will be available for our families beginning on August 12th 2020 with students utilizing the Online Distance Learning Model functioning on a one day delay from the in person model. We invite your family to consider which model is a better fit for your family after learning more about the details of both models below. Providing both models will require all of us to work together to ensure the highest quality learning for all of our students. The virtual school option will especially require partnership and a time commitment from families.
Online Distance Learning: "Virtual School"
St. Mary of Carmel will provide a full-time 'Virtual School' Model for any family wanting the quality, Catholic Education that St. Mary of Carmel provides, but who is not ready to attend in-person classes at this time. Choosing to continue to partner with St. Mary of Carmel from home means that your student will continue to have access to all resources (faculty and staff, counselor, library, software etc.) that is available to our students, but the mode and method of delivery will be different. While St. Mary of Carmel will provide high quality direct instruction and engaging learning activities from teachers, this model will still require significant partnership and commitment from parents. Teachers and parents will need to work together closely to ensure that student work is turned in and returned in a timely fashion, that student questions are addressed thoroughly and that schedules are followed closely.
While this new learning model presents a learning curve for both the school, teachers, and students, we are committed to working together to ensure high quality instruction for your students. Our virtual school policies and procedures are currently being refined and finalized, but know that the program will include the following:
- Teachers will record all of their daily direct instruction and post it online for students learning at home to view
- All homework and classwork assignments will be completed via our learning platforms (SeeSaw and Google Classroom)
- Students will have access to all textbooks, software, videos and resources that students in the classroom have access to
- Individual conference/question and answer/discussion time will be set up for students to have live interactions with their teachers on at least a weekly basis
- A staff member on campus will be our virtual learning coordinator and will serve as the point of contact for all questions and support
E-Learning Plan (if necessary)
A transition to a full e-learning schedule during the 2020-2021 school year is a possibility and we will be actively preparing teachers and students for that transition from the onset of school. Our e-learning model will be quite different than the emergency transition we made in the spring and will include synchronous (live instruction in core content) and asynchronous (independent or teacher guided work at a child's own pace) instruction throughout the week. Our full e-learning policies are still being finalized, but all teachers, students and parents will receive training and support in e-learning policies at the beginning of the school year. In addition, all teachers will begin to use our learning platforms in their live, physical classrooms as well to help ensure a seamless transition.
General E-learning Policies
- SMC will use SeeSaw as the learning management platform for PK-2nd Grade.
- Google Classroom will be used as the learning management platform for 3rd-8th grade.
- Google Classroom and FACTS will be integrated for a more seamless transition of grades and assignments from Google Classroom to FACTS (RenWeb) gradebook.
- All students and parents will use Zoom for video conferencing and communicating with teachers.
- Students will be expected to participate in live Morning Prayer and homeroom each day.
- Our E-Learning schedule will include a daily schedule for students with a mix of live classes with students, recorded teacher videos and on screen and off screen work time.
- Weekly calendars of assignments will be provided


Gifts and Celebratory Events for Employees and Nonemployees
Policy Statement
Harvard units may occasionally spend modest amounts from appropriate funding sources to recognize employees or nonemployees under certain circumstances.
Allowable employee recognition may take the form of celebratory events or gifts for the following occasions:
 - Work-related achievement
 - Employee morale-building events
 - Sympathy upon the death or serious illness of an employee or employee's immediate family member
Allowable nonemployee recognition must be for a legitimate Harvard business purpose and should be motivated by detached or disinterested generosity or respect, admiration, charity or like sentiment. Gifts to nonemployees may not be given in lieu of payment for services or as a quid pro quo.
Units must use prudent judgment and also follow the IRS rules outlined below. University funds may not be spent in recognition of personal events or achievements unrelated to work, such as birthdays, weddings, baby showers, housewarming, etc., or for gifts in recognition of holidays rather than work-related achievement.
Employee Gifts and Celebratory Events Policy Table of Contents
 1. Gift must be for an allowable reason
 2. Celebratory or employee morale building events
 3. Gifts to nonemployees
 4. General information regarding funding source and object codes
 5. Gifts given to Harvard personnel from third parties.
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Using DropDownList elements that use virtualized data sources, is it possible to set (or reset) the values programatically?
Basically I'm looking for some guidance on how to make cascaded virtualized drop down lists where I can set the values from some external event such as the click of a button.
Things I've tried so far:
1. Simply setting the value using $('_TAG_').data('kendoDropDownList').value('some value'); <== Can't set the value since it doesn't exist in the data() elements
2. Calling the read method of each drop down first via $('_TAG_').data('kendoDropDownList').dataSource.read(), then setting the value (timing issue?) <== same issue as 1 since the read hasn't finished yet.
3. Hacking the jqXHR object which appears to hang off the dataSource.read() method (again timing issue?)
$('_TAG_').data('kendoDropDownList').dataSource.read().done = someOtherFunction <== where'someOtherFunction' actually does the.value() setting, this does actually run the method, but again... timing
4. Adding the necessary element to the data via the.add method, setting the value, then doing the read <== this "appears" to work but the value isn't actually selected after the read returns. Clicking on the dropdown has the placeholder element selected rather than the value


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Symbolism can be seen in architecture of S.L. Temple
Lynn Arave - Nov. 27, 2008
The 40 years of labor it took to construct the Salt Lake Temple — much of it without the help of machines — have come to symbolize the extreme dedication, sacrifice, self-reliance and faith that early members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Utah possessed. However, the outside (like the inside) of the iconic structure contains a wealth of symbols and representations.
"Notable among all LDS temples, the Salt Lake Temple includes significant symbolism in its architecture," the Encyclopedia of Mormonism states.
The Salt Lake Temple "stands as an isolated mass of the everlasting hills.? As nearly as any work of man may so do. It suggests duration," Elder James E. Talmage wrote in "The House of the Lord."
While it would be improper to discuss the inside of the sacred temple's symbolism, the outside of the sacred edifice has been publicly written about over the years — because anyone can view that aspect.
Here's a look at highlights of the temple's extensive outside symbolism.


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Definition of Bear grass
1. Noun. Yucca of southern United States having a clump of basal grasslike leaves and a central stalk with a terminal raceme of small whitish flowers.
2. Noun. Yucca of west central United States having a clump of basal grasslike leaves and a central stalk with a terminal raceme of small whitish flowers.
3. Noun. Stemless plant with tufts of grasslike leaves and erect panicle of minute creamy white flowers; southwestern United States and Mexico.
Generic synonyms: Agave, American Aloe, Century Plant
Group relationships: Genus Nolina, Nolina
4. Noun. Plant of western North America having woody rhizomes and tufts of stiff grasslike basal leaves and spikes of creamy white flowers.
Generic synonyms: Liliaceous Plant
Group relationships: Genus Xerophyllum, Xerophyllum
Bear Grass Pictures
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Lexicographical Neighbors of Bear Grass
Literary usage of Bear grass
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. History of the Discovery and Settlement of the Valley of the Mississippi: By by John Wesley Monette (1848)
"AD 1781 TO 1784. Argument.—Severs Winter of 1780-81.—Scarcity in Kentucky.—Kentucky divided in to three Counties.—Indian Hostilities on Bear-grass Creek...."
2. A Dictionary of English Synonymes and Synonymous Or Parallel Expressions by Richard Soule (1891)
"Spanish-bay une t, bear-grass, Adam's needle. Yule* "• I* Christmas, yule-tide. 2. lemmas, Lammas-tide. Yule-tide,*. Christmas...."
3. Rural Rides by William Cobbett (1853)
"Something, however, depends on the nature of the soil: for it is not all land that will bear grass, fit for hay, perpetually; and, when the land will not do..."
4. A Geographical, Historical, Commercial, and Agricultural View of the United by Daniel Blowe (1820)
"Spruce and hemlock, in the eastern parts of the state, denote a thin, cold soil, which, after much labour in the clearing, will indeed bear grass without..."
5. Rural Rides in the Counties of Surrey, Kent, Sussex, Hants, Berks, Oxford by William Cobbett (1908)
"Something, however, depends on the nature of the soil: for it is not all land that will bear grass, fit for hay, perpetually; and when the land will not do..."


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Maine's architectural survey program began in 1972. Since then, the effort to catalogue and document the historic human-made environment has continued to be a central goal of the Commission's mandate with more than 21,700 properties surveyed to date. The survey component of the overall preservation planning program is a vital one. Surveys document at a variety of levels the historic human-made environment of our communities. This in turn enables us to identify those properties which merit nomination to the National Register of Historic Places and to thereby extend protection to those resources.
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Looking for guidelines for survey activities in Maine?
In addition to geographic based surveys, the Commission has also undertaken theme based survey projects to identify specific property types on a state-wide or regional basis. In the past, theme-based projects have included an inventory of designed landscapes, railroad related buildings, shoe-industry related buildings, sporting camps, textile mills, motor courts, and historic highway bridges, the latter undertaken by the Maine Department of Transportation. Future areas of study will focus on Grange Halls, post World War II commercial and residential architecture, automobile-related resources, and boys and girls summer camps.
One of MHPC's focuses in recent years has been the recordation of agricultural outbuildings and historic farmsteads. These resources are rapidly disappearing from Maine's landscape, and the survey of these properties have resulted in a greater understanding of the state's specialized agricultural buildings and landscapes. This effort will aid in the development of agricultural and rural historic district listings in the National Register.
What is an architectural survey?
Why undertake an architectural survey?
Who can undertake a survey?
What is recorded in a survey?
Properties over 50 years old, including, houses, barns and farms, churches, public buildings, schools, commercial structures, industrial structures, cemeteries, landscapes. Also cultural features, including tree lines, stone walls, and town pounds.
How is survey linked to the National Register?
The information collected during an architectural survey forms the basis for determining the eligibility of a National Register of Historic Places historic district. They provide visual, structural, and historical information that can be evaluated against the National Register criteria; they help to identify trends in style and design; chart neighborhood evolution; and illuminate structures or residences of significant historical importance.
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