Family Fun at Medieval Times + GIVEAWAY!
Since getting castle and knight Lego for Christmas, Andrew has been obsessed with playing knights. ALL. THE. TIME. So when I was invited to take him to Medieval Times in Toronto, I jumped at the chance. Because Ry and I are sneaky parents, we didn't even tell him where we were going – we just said we were going out to eat for lunch. So you can imagine the look on Andrew's face when we walked into Medieval Times – from the moment you walk in, it's like you are transported back in time. Even at the ticketing desk, staff is costumed, speaking in Olde English, and are fully committed to their roles. Andrew's eyes just about popped out of his head and he said in awe, "Mommy – I think there are knights here. And horses!" Well played, Medieval Times! The excitement started literally from the minute we walked in the door. One thing I loved is that there is a ton of stimulation to keep kids (even infants) entertained from start to finish. Even waiting to enter the arena, they do a cheering contest to see who will enter first.
Next stop in the castle was a room that could send parents into terror mode – a room full of kiosks full of toy swords and crowns, and anything else Medieval Times-related that a kid could dream of. Andrew's eyes lit up again as he took in all the toys the other kids were playing with: "Can I have a sword? I want a light up sword! He has a crown! That boy has a cape! A stuffed dragon!" Immediately, I'm thinking "Man, how much is this going to cost us?" We were happily surprised – not much. The toys were pretty affordable, and Andrew was thrilled with a $5 light up sword (and as a sidenote – it's a few weeks later and the sword still works. Totally worth the $5). Adding to the glee all of us felt when buying the sword was the interaction we had with the young woman working the kiosk. When she handed Andrew his blue light up sword, it wasn't working great (wouldn't turn on every time he pressed the button, etc). I just figured "Meh, it's a $5 toy what can you expect?" The salesgirl noticed it wasn't working right and said she would get him a different one. She noticed that they were sold out of blue (Andrew's colour of choice), and I braced myself for a preschooler meltdown…but then she asked for our seating card to see where we are, and offered to find another one and deliver it to our seats. Seriously? Way more than I was expecting!
Another bonus – if you are able to make it through without buying a souvenir (but seriously why not for the price?!), there are souvenirs included at your seat! Each of us had a program to take home (which Andrew has memorized now) and a coloured flag to cheer for your knight.
The show itself was great for young and old alike. I seriously had a lot of fun – and Andrew's joy was the icing on the cake. The story was easy enough for him to follow, and they had lots of knight competitions to keep him enthralled. The flight of the falcon was pretty awesome too – even Lily sat completely still watching him soar around the arena. The show was non-stop fun, and really exciting – Andrew loved the sparks flying off the swords. I was seriously impressed by how talented the knights and horses are. They must spend SO much time training and practicing. At the end of the tournament, our very own Red Knight was the winner, and a little girl from our section was chosen as the Queen of the Tournament. I won't lie – it was pretty exciting to be in the winning section! We were cheering our heads off!
The food was actually better than I was expecting , and the portions were huge. It was a yummy feast of tomato soup, roast chicken, potatoes, corn on the cob, garlic bread and a butter tart for dessert. Be prepared though – you actually do eat the entire meal without utensils. If you're going with little ones, I would recommend bringing baby wipes with you. They do hand out wet wipes near the end of the meal, but I found I needed them earlier for Andrew because he was so messy. He thought it was the funniest thing to eat chicken and potatoes with our hands, and drink 'dragon's blood' soup from a bowl with a handle.
The knights do such a great job of engaging with the crowd, making everyone feel involved in the show. Lily and I even got a rose from hunky Red Knight! At two hours, I felt like it was the perfect length – not too short that it was over too soon, but not too long that kids get antsy. Andrew is a pretty high-energy kid and he had no problem sitting through the show, he was attentive and engaged the entire time.
After the show, the King and Queen and one of the knights are available in the lobby for pictures and autographs.
Another bonus was the parking – for Toronto, it was surprisingly reasonable (only $11 on Saturday afternoon), and was literally right next door. It took us less than a minute to go from the front doors of the castle to our car. Perfect when you're lugging little ones around!
Does that sound like a fun afternoon or evening for you? Medieval Times Toronto is giving one lucky reader the opportunity to win TWO tickets to see a show at the Toronto Castle for any available show in April!
Head over to Bawlers & Crawler's Facebook page here to find out how you can win!
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Hello all, and welcome to this article on how to paint Soviet Naval Infantry, also known as The Black Death.
With the Eastern Front Books approaching, I was approached by Brian Sullivan to paint an army for him. He really liked how the Black Death fought in area surrounding the Black Sea, and wanted to field a Strelkovy Company painted up as Naval Infantry. Some plastic Strelkovy were added to beef up the Naval Infantry's numbers.
The Naval Infantry have a fairly basic uniform. It's black with a white brim on their sailor caps. I started off color priming with the black from the Quartermaster Paint Set.
For the face and hands I used the European skin from the new Quartermaster paint set.
Next, I painted the weapons. I used Battlefield Brown for the wooden stocks and Dark Gun Metal for the rest.
I used Boot Brown for the belts and rifle slings.
Next I painted the white brim around the cap.
In this photo, you can see 2 Naval Infantry, and 2 Strelkovy painted as Naval Infantry. Apparently the Naval Infantry had a variety of different colored helmets, with Black, Dark Green, and Olive Green being used.
For the basing, Brian wanted an autumn basing since the color makes it stand out. Gale Force 9 Marsh Blend and Autumn Flocking were mixed to a 50/50 ratio, and I based the stand with that mixture.
And here is the end result. It really stands out from the normal sea of Brown that Strelkovy are usually painted. It's also a different take on Russian Infantry, and being able to field them with a Command Card, only adds to the excitement of seeing them in Enemy at the Gates.
With the impending release of the Stalingrad plastic buildings it felt like a great time to launch a little in-Studio challenge where v0lunteers each take a set of the plastics to see what they could come up with. Unlike the competitors in the TV version we won't be winning piles of cash, but rather the respect of our peers.
To make it more interesting we will pick a start and finish date (to ensure that nobody gets a head start) and then over the course of a few weeks complete a sample building. Once the allocated time period is up we will invite the Flames Of War community to pick a winner. Best of all, someone in the community can win some of these great new plastics just for voting (bonus prize for voting for me – Chris).
As quite a keen amateur builder Casey is no stranger to a hammer and nails, of course he is also yet to meet a gaming miniature that couldn't be airbrushed. He also has a leg up on the rest of the contestants as he painted the buildings shown in the two books.
Having built many buildings shown in Flames Of War books over the years, Wayne has certainly earned the title of builders apprentice. With the release of the pre-painted Battlefield in a Box range of buildings though he might have let his skills decline?
One of the alpha-hobbyists in the building he is often leading the charge on any hobby project, having written some of the best scenery enhancement (or "pimping" for short) articles on the Flames Of War website.
Voted as most likely to glue himself to something, Chris is not the most likely candidate to take out The Block: Stalingrad. He is however a bit of a dark horse so cannot be written off early.
One of the first 15mm tanks I ever painted, indeed probably one of the first miniatures I ever painted, was an old Battlefront StuG F/8 assault gun. I had just completed a 1/35th scale kit of an F/8 and when I started into Flames of War all those years ago, my first question was, 'what StuGs do they make?'. My friendly local hobby dealer, er I mean, retailer, pulled an F/8 off of the shelf and handed it to me. From then on, StuG F/8s have become a staple in every German Mid War army I've used.
The StuG Ausf (model) F was a vehicle trapped between the old and new. It occupied a narrow window (about 8 months) between the short and long barrelled assault guns. The main change in the Ausf F was its more powerful medium 7.5cm gun with the newer block mantlet and an extractor fan added on the top. The rest of the tank matches the older models with clean, flat surfaces. The StuG F8 variant incorporated additional armour, schurzen side skirts, a machine-gun shield, and other features seen on later models. In the end, the StuG Ausf F a transitional tank, and I'm drawn to that sort of thing. I enjoy recognizing and shining a light on tanks that mark important steps in tank development, and the StuG Ausf F is a good example of that.
StuG units went wherever the infantry went, dealing with counterattacks and blowing away obstacles blocking the way. So, to that end, my Iron Cross force is a StuG Batterie, a force from the Iron Cross command cards, backed by a platoon of grenadiers. In game terms, the StuG (long 7.5cm) has some excellent features, such as its gun with a respectable rating of anti-tank 10. This will give me an answer to medium tanks, such as the T-34, and a fighting chance with heavy tanks like the KV. They have an average armour profile with a front of 5 and side of 3, enough to give them some protection, but also helps to keep their points down at 9 points each. I've taken a full battery of 10 assault guns divided into an HQ of one StuG and three platoons of three tanks each.
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How Do I qualify As A Breach Of Contract?
Posted by Steve Landry May 21, 2021
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Four Breach of Contract Elements
Proof of the existence and validity of the contract
Proof of performance or non-performance from the plaintiff's side
Proof of non-performance from the accused party
Proof of cost from non-performance
When you sign a contract, you accept all the terms and conditions mentioned in the agreement, including the breach of contract element. When you accuse the other party of breaching the contract or being accused of doing so, certain elements need to be shown to the court to qualify the accused as a breach of contract.
This article aims to inform you about the elements that need to be present for you to qualify as a breach of contract.
When you are claiming or being claimed against in a case of breach of contract in court, you need to ensure that the contract breach has these four elements included. The four elements are discussed below.
Firstly, the plaintiff has to prove that there is a contract and it is valid. When an agreement is followed and obliged to offer and acceptance, intention to form a legal relationship, and lawful consideration, the contract can be presented as proof of a court contract. The agreement has to be a signed piece of paper to show to the court.
The three components of a contract mentioned must be present in an agreement. If not, the contract will not be considered valid, and no party can be held accountable for its breach. In addition to that, the contract also has to abide by the rules of the state it was formed in.
A contract usually includes all the essential responsibilities that all the parties need to take under the contract. Therefore, when a plaintiff claims a contract breach, it is necessary to prove that the plaintiff has completed all the contractual obligations and did not receive the performance agreed by the other party. This can prove the validity of the plaintiff's claim.
Moreover, if any responsibility is left out intentionally, a defend argument needs to be provided.
Once the plaintiff provides all the necessary arguments and evidence to defend their actions, they should provide evidence to prove the lack of performance from the accused party.
For example, if the accusing party has done their part of the contract but did not get what they were guaranteed in return, they will have to prove that the other party failed to follow the agreement.
This is an essential part of the breach of contract. Non-performance is one of the most common elements in almost every case of contract breach.
One party may fail to oblige by the agreement or tried to oblige but could not entirely meet the contract's requirements despite the other party's full support. Therefore, the plaintiff should be able to provide evidence of what and how the defendant was unable to perform.
Last but not least is the cost the plaintiff had to bear and the hassle they had gone through because of the non-performance of the other accused party. It is another crucial element of a contract.
When a party cannot fulfill specific responsibilities and tasks of the agreement, it is evident that the other party faces significant damages. Therefore, the contract should include the guarantees of tasks to be completed by both parties. Not fulfilling the responsibilities and causing hassles to one party is certainly a breach of contract.
To sum it all up, a contract should be prepared with every responsibility and compensation's specific and detailed presence. A valid and descriptive contract is the most helpful piece of evidence in cases of breach of contract.
Therefore, in order to understand if you qualify as a breach of contract or not, you need to go through the agreement, check for its validity, see if both parties met the ends as promised or not. If any of these criteria are not met, you qualify as a breach of a contract.
Hopefully, this article has informed you about the elements that need to be present for you to qualify as a breach of contract and helped you with your situation, and prepared you well. Thus, the article- 'how do I qualify as a breach of contract' ends here.
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11 Things to Know Before Moving to Hickory NC
Posted by Ryan Fitzgerald on Wednesday, April 14th, 2021 at 9:38am.
Living in Hickory NC
Thinking of moving to Hickory, NC, and wondering what life is like living here? Located at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Hickory is a town of about 40,000 people with deep roots in the furniture-making industry. The town started in the 1850s as a simple log-hewn tavern situated underneath a hickory tree. Over the years, Hickory grew to become the Furniture Capital of the World, drawing visitors from far and wide to shop for high-quality beds, tables, and curio cabinets.
Today, the furniture industry isn't as prominent as it once was, but evidence of its storied past is very much alive in Hickory. Almost anyone you meet has ties to the furniture industry and there are certainly plenty of furniture manufacturers in the area. Much of the area's tourism is related to furniture in some way. You can even get a degree in modern furniture making at Catawba Valley Community College!
But there's much more to Hickory than sofas and loveseats. Read on to learn what to expect if you relocate to Hickory, N.C.
What is Life Like, Living in Hickory?
Furniture making's roots may run deep through the Catawba Valley, but that's not all Hickory has to offer. With a low cost of living, ample recreational opportunities, a surprisingly robust job market, and good schools, Hickory is a great place to live. It's been noticed by outsiders, too. In recent years, national magazines like U.S. News, National Geographic Traveler, and Forbes have ranked Hickory as one of the best places in the nation to live, retire and work.
Hickory is located in the Catawba River Valley, which enjoys four distinct seasons and a relatively temperate climate. While the city itself has a relatively small population, the metropolitan statistical area is much larger; some 350,000 people live within 25 miles of Hickory. Even so, Hickory has a small-town, almost hipster vibe. There are craft breweries galore, vintage shops, and farm-to-table restaurants in the eclectic downtown. Most people live in single-family detached homes, and the median property tax rate of $957 a year is low by most standards. There are two hospitals and several colleges in the Hickory area.
While there are plenty of parks, historical sites, and sporting events to keep you busy in Hickory, Charlotte and Asheville are both about an hour away by car.
What are the Best Places to Live in Hickory?
Hickory has several neighborhoods, each with its own vibe. Claremont is closest to the central business district and has single-family and multi-family homes, many of them historic. There are two parks, and the neighborhood is close to Lenoir-Rhyne College and the SALT Block, an art and cultural center that houses a library, science center, art museum, choral society, the Western Piedmont Symphony, and the United Arts Council of Catawba County.
Oakwood/Hillcrest is another neighborhood with historic homes in the northwest quadrant of the city. Built by successful industrialists in the late 19th century, houses in Oakwood are set back from the streets and surrounded by mature trees. Architectural styles include Queen Anne, Tudor, Spanish Mission, and more.
Located in southwest Hickory, Green Park has mature trees and sidewalks, and the homes represent a variety of architectural styles. Green Park is located near major transportation routes, so it's great for commuters. The Forest Hills neighborhood features homes in the mid-20th century. Ranch style and split-level homes are dominant in Forest Hills. Three parks include ball fields, tennis courts, playgrounds, gardens, and access to the Lake Hickory mountain bike and nature trail system.
The Highland neighborhood is in the northeast quadrant and offers a quiet, affordable place to call home. Several parks, including Stanford Park with ball fields, a graffiti wall, basketball courts, playgrounds, a paved walking trail, and a skate park, are located in Highland. The Lakeland Park neighborhood is located on the south shore of Lake Hickory and includes homes built in the 1960s and 1970s and a lakefront park. The Kenworth neighborhood in the southeast portion of Hickory is the most socio-economic diverse. There is a mix of multi-family and single-family homes as well as parks, historic homes, and active community organizations.
What to Know About Moving to Hickory
If you're looking for a high-energy place with tons of nightlife, Hickory is probably not for you. While there are two colleges in town, Hickory is not what you would think of as a college town. Along with breweries and local restaurants, Hickory also offers big-box retailers and national chains you find in many mid-sized American cities.
While it may not be the most exciting place, Hickory has a lot of offer families. It's affordable. There are public and private school options. Outdoor activities abound, and it's centrally located, so it's easy to get to other areas of the state. However, there isn't much in the way of public transit, so a car is a must.
Cost of Living in Hickory
Hickory is considered to be a very affordable place to live. Overall, it's 13 percent cheaper to live in Hickory than the national average. The median home cost is about $155,000, and rent averages $700 a month for a two-bedroom apartment. North Carolina levies a sales tax of 4.75%, and Catawba County levies a 2.25% local option sales tax, bringing the total sale tax on groceries and goods to 7%.
Raising a Family in Hickory
Hickory is one of the best places in North Carolina to raise a family and has been awarded this honor from sources like U.S. News. Catawba County offers quality public education, there are several parochial and private schools if that's your preference, there's virtually no traffic and the crime rate is low. There are ample outdoor recreational activities as well as museums, festivals, restaurants, and cultural endeavors.
Weather in Hickory
Hickory enjoys a moderate climate and four seasons. Summers are humid and quite warm, with an average high temperature of 87°F in July. Winters can be cold and wet with some snow, usually in January or February. The average high in January is 50°F, and the low is 31°F. Spring and fall are when it's more enjoyable to be outdoors. Hickory does not experience severe weather often, though severe thunderstorms and ice storms do occur occasionally.
Economy + Job Market in Hickory
Hickory city leaders have attempted to diversify the local economy in recent years and have been relatively successful. While furniture remains a significant economic factor, the area has recruited high-tech firms, specifically CommScope and Corning Optical Communications that make fiber optic cable. The area has also taken steps to brand itself as the North Carolina Data Center Corridor. Google, Apple, Bed Bath & Beyond and more have data centers located in the Catawba Valley. Case Farms and Merchant Distributors, a grocery supply company, are also large employers.
Restaurants in Hickory
Hickory has its share of national chain restaurants like Jason's Deli, Bob Evans, and Longhorn Steakhouse. But you'll be surprised by the number of local restaurants serving up unique and flavorful dishes. Get tapas at Boca, a burger and beer at Amos Howard's Brew Pub, or a latte and baked treat at Emerson's Cafe. The farm-to-table scene is strong in Hickory. You'll also find restaurants with a fresh take on traditional American cuisines, such as Fourk, Notions, and Olde Hickory Station.
Things to Do in Hickory
There's plenty to do in Hickory, especially if you like being outside. The mountain biking scene is big at Gitner Park. Find paintball at Command Decision. Get involved in team sports like flag football and baseball at the YMCA. Throw some discs on the Frisbee golf course at Glenn Hilton Park. Several stores cater to tabletop gamers. Swim, fish, or boat at Lake Hickory. There are five public access points.
If sports are your thing, watch the Hickory Crawdads minor league baseball team play at L.P. Frans Stadium, or take in a race at Hickory Motor Speedway, known as the "Birthplace of the NASCAR Stars."
Want to stay indoors? There's the Catawba Science Center and Millholland Planetarium, the Hickory Aviation Museum, or the Hiddenite Arts and Heritage Center.
Landmarks in Hickory
In Hickory's northwest quadrant, you'll find the Miracle of Hickory Park. Along with a playground, basketball court, and the Hickory Music Factory, you'll find an obelisk dedicated to the memory of a former polio hospital. As a polio epidemic spread across the state in 1944, the people of Hickory banded together to build an emergency hospital for polio patients. It took a mere 54 hours for the hospital to be conceived and constructed. The facilities aw one of the lowest mortality rates of polio in the country and accepted patients of all races during segregation. These events are known as the "Miracle of Hickory."
How far is it to Other North Carolina Locations?
Hickory is located directly on Interstate 40, which runs across the entire state of North Carolina. Using this road, it's easy to get just about anywhere in the state. The Bohemian enclave of Asheville is about an hour to the west. Charlotte is about an hour to the southeast using I-40/I-77 or U.S. Highway 321. The Raleigh-Durham area is about three hours away. You can be at the beach in Wilmington in four hours or the Outer Banks in five hours.
At one point, 60 percent of the nation's furniture was made within a stone's throw of Hickory. Today, the furniture industry isn't as prominent, and the city has taken steps to diversify its economy, giving people who live here access to stable jobs, good education, and enjoyable quality of life.
Final Thoughts on Living in Hickory, NC:
Hickory, NC is one of the best places to live in North Carolina whether you're moving for work, raising a family, or simply looking for a higher quality of life. People love living in Hickory! If you're ready to make the move and want to learn more or have specific questions please feel free to contact our real estate team who will be happy to assist you!
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Q: Exponential map on $S^2$ Suppose we are on the two dimensional sphere $S^2$ the Riemannian metric $$(g_{ij})_{i,j}=\begin{bmatrix}1 & 0 \\ 0 & \sin^2(\theta)\end{bmatrix}$$  in spherical local coordinates ($\theta \in (0,\pi)$, $\varphi\in (0,2\pi)$). Is it possible to have an explicit local expression in spherical coordinates of the exponential map?
This is my attempt: using this formula given in $\mathbb{R}^3$

For a point $p\in S^2\subset \mathbb{R}^3$ and a direction $v\in \mathbb{R}^3$, the exponential map is given by \begin{equation}\exp_p(v)=\cos(|v|)p+\sin(|v|)\frac{v}{|v|},\end{equation}
where $|\cdot|$ is the usual norm in $\mathbb{R}^3$.

I can convert $p=(p^1,p^2)$ and $v=v^1\partial_\theta+v^2\partial_\phi$ in local spherical coordinates, obtaining

\begin{equation}\exp_p(v)=\Bigl(p^1\cos(|v|)+\frac{v^1}{|v|},p^2\sin(|v|)+\frac{v^2}{|v|}\Bigr),\end{equation}
where $|\cdot|$ is the norm induced by the Riemannian metric.

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UNM Newsroom / News / UNM Anthropology department highlights Pride Month
UNM Anthropology department highlights Pride Month
Categories: Inside UNM College of Arts & Sciences Anthropology Latest News
June is LGBTQI+ Pride Month and to highlight the celebration, UNM Anthropology department administrator Jennifer George has compiled a website page full of events, research, news, organizations, and other resources and information.
According to the Library of Congress, "Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) Pride Month is currently celebrated each year in the month of June to honor the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan. The Stonewall Uprising was a tipping point for the Gay Liberation Movement in the United States. In the United States the last Sunday in June was initially celebrated as 'Gay Pride Day,' but the actual day was flexible. In major cities across the nation the 'day' soon grew to encompass a month-long series of events.
Today, celebrations include pride parades, picnics, parties, workshops, symposia and concerts, and LGBTQ Pride Month events attract millions of participants around the world. Memorials are held during this month for those members of the community who have been lost to hate crimes or HIV/AIDS. The purpose of the commemorative month is to recognize the impact that lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals have had on history locally, nationally, and internationally."
The University of New Mexico's Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer (LGBTQ) Resource Center was begun as a student initiative. The center is committed to serving the UNM community by providing education, advocacy, and support through events, trainings, and student groups. The LGBTQ Resource Center was founded in 2010 by students, staff, faculty, and community members to create a space where the UNM LGBTQQIA community can not only survive, but thrive.
For more information and resources about Pride Month, see the Anthropology Department website.
Tags: LGBTQI+ community LGBTQ Resource Center LGBTQ Pride Month


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The 8th grade social is around the corner! It is April 26th 6:00-8:00pm. We need lots of volunteers to make this a success. Please consider signing up to sell tickets or work at the social. Thank you in advance!
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Brecksville-Broadview Heights City School District was one of three public school districts in the state of Ohio that was approved to sell specialty plates to benefit the social-emotional well being of its students. The new Brecksville-Broadview Heights City Schools logo license plates are now available to purchase. There is an additional cost of $40, and the school district will receive $30 back from the sale of each BBH logo license plate. You may purchase this new logo license plate at www.oplates.com or at your local deputy registrar office. When ordering, please find directions here.
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Q: Forma correta de se utilizar try except Estou trabalhando pela primeira vez com uma API e preciso retornar um erro caso ocorra, a seguir o meu código com a forma mais clara e simples que encontrei de notificar os erros:
if request.method == 'POST':
            try:
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return jsonify(result_inventory)

Gostaria de saber se existe alguma forma melhor de escrever esse código ou alguma convenção que regularize o tratamento de exceções no python.


The unusual and persistent spring rains that have lingered through May have made shedding winter's cloak a more onerous task. But there are some advantages to all that free water from the heavens: The roses are spectacular this year.
But like the roses, the rain also has come with thorns. While the unseasonal precipitation has jump-started our rose gardens, it also has brought an increased risk of disease.
While rose lovers always do battle against the opportunistic fungi that attack the buds and wither leaves, this spring has produced more than its fair share of problems with blackspot, powdery mildew and rust.
That means removing diseased leaves from under and around the roses and disposing of them promptly in your municipal green waste bins. Don't add to a compost pile, Adams says, because you could spread diseases that way.
In California, none of the fungal diseases is deadly. These cool, moist spring days will soon give way to heat and the dry summer. But the fungus can turn America's favorite flower into an eyesore — something that sends most rosarians into despair — and some can weaken the bush.
Blackspot covers the leaves and stems with unsightly dark blemishes, while powdery mildew dusts stems, leaves and buds in a velvety white powder. Rust also discolors leaves. Blackspot and rust cause leaves to drop, which weakens a plant's ability to perform photosynthesis and feed itself.
One way to avoid the diseases could be to start with roses that are proven to be disease-resistant. The San Jose Municipal Rose Garden is one of 15 in the United States where new varieties of roses are tested before being marketed. And this year, the garden is filled with blooms and fragrance.
The garden is filled with All-America award-winning roses, Reilly says, judged high not only for their beauty, color, scent and aging qualities, but also on their resistance to fungus and other common maladies.
If you're thinking about adding roses to your garden, you still have plenty of time to plant. Although the bare-root season is done, nurseries carry roses in five-gallon pots that are already budded out and ready to start blooming.
With the weather forecast still unsettled, there is one thing we can be certain of. For those who want to stop and smell the roses, they won't have to look hard to find them.
Remove diseased leaves from under and around the roses and dispose of them in your municipal green waste bins. You don"t want to put the clippings and debris in your own compost pile, rose expert Jolene Adams says, because that will spread the fungus through the compost.
Rust and blackspot can be treated with fungicidal sprays, although Adams suggests reading labels carefully and finding the least toxic option available. Neither can be eradicated, only controlled.
Powdery mildew can be easily washed off. Adams suggests hosing off the roses in the mornings, before 11 a.m., so that the sun and wind will dry the leaves before nighttime temperatures drop. Adams also recommends using a dry mulch. Horticultural oils with sulfur or jojoba oil also can be effective in treating powdery mildew.
When pruning roses this winter, Adams recommends drenching the bare canes with a dormant spray. Repeat the application in March and April.


LendPro has moved its headquarters in Charlottesville to the IX Building downtown.
With offices in Pittsburgh and Northern Virginia, LendPro is expanding its home base in Charlottesville to include more space for the Executive, Sales and Implementation teams to continue to grow the business.
"As LendPro has doubled its revenue over the last year, we are positioned to continue this trend with innovative technology to meet the complex and ever changing demands in consumer financing across retail stores and practices nationwide", said Fred Knops, Chief Executive Officer for LendPro.
"The additional space and central location at the IX Building will support a growing staff of diverse talent."
LendPro's new corporate address is 935B 2nd Street SE, Building 5, Suite 510, Charlottesville, VA 22902.
Fred's experience leading high-technology teams through periods of rapid growth.
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Syria's northeast still at risk after "safe zone" deal
Turkey-backed Syrian fighters outside Tal Abyad, Syria. Photo: Bakr Alkasem/AFP via Getty Images
The agreement reached between Russia and Turkey on Tuesday for a "safe zone" 20 miles into northeast Syria secures a goal long sought by Ankara, but the current ceasefire remains fragile and the deal carries challenges of its own.
The big picture: The deal solidifies the diplomatic marginalization of the U.S. in an area where until weeks ago it had been a stabilizing force. Nevertheless, President Trump hailed the agreement as a "huge success" and announced that the U.S. would lift its recent sanctions on Turkey.
Where it stands: The Kurdish People's Protection Units (YPG) now has 150 hours to complete its withdrawal before Russian and Syrian government forces launch joint patrols with Turkish forces inside the zone.
Turkey will retain direct control over a roughly 70-mile stretch of land between the towns of Tal Abyad and Ras al-Ain, much of it seized in the last few weeks. YPG fighters withdrew from this area under the terms of the ceasefire negotiated between the U.S. and Turkey last week.
Most of the remaining 1,000 U.S. troops have redeployed to Iraq. A U.S contingent may remain in Deir ez-Zor to guard the region's oil supply, but such a small presence would likely not have a meaningful strategic impact.
Between the lines: Despite fanfare in some quarters, the Russia-Turkey deal suffers from serious challenges.
The YPG is not party to the agreement, and its fighters are unlikely to voluntarily abandon Syrian Kurds who live in these towns and villages within six days.
It's not clear that the Bashar al-Assad regime and Russia are in a position to directly compel their withdrawal (Damascus and Moscow are already in the midst of a campaign next door in Idlib province). Rather, Russia has warned the Kurds to pull out of the safe zone or risk being crushed by Turkey.
Despite its assurances to President Trump, Turkey is still poised to press its invasion of northeast Syria. If it tries to fully clear the YPG from the border area, Turkey would once again employ its Syrian proxy militia, which has committed horrific abuses against Kurdish civilians in recent weeks.
The bottom line: Renewed conflict in northeast Syria is increasingly likely. Further violence could pave the way for ethnic cleansing, forcing hundreds of thousands of additional Kurdish civilians to flee their homes and letting Turkey resettle the safe zone mainly with Syrian Arab refugees.
Hardin Lang is vice president for programs and policy at Refugees International.


ORV Realignment Meeting - Apr 7th!!! - Page 2 - DAMN Riders - No rules, Just ride!
ORV Realignment Meeting - Apr 7th!!!
Re: ORV Realignment Meeting - Apr 7th!!!
I didn't realize this was a new thread. I will see if I can make it, but it is my busy season at work and my injury is keeping me down. A drive out to GR might be doable though.
I doubt this will be anything except an exercise in futility but no way on the quicky wham bam and kick us out of existance without a peep.
We really need a pro botanist/biology guy on our side, shame they are mostly enviros, i got the trail making and construction part down, installing various methods of erosion control is an everyday thing for me, but someone to call out any discrepancies in their logic, or lack there of, is needed.
I've reached out to a DC law firm specializing in land use issues. I was referred by an attorney I worked with when the Grand Canyon Private Boaters Assoc (GCPBA) sued NPS (and won). I used to be on the BoD of GCPBA and flew around the country as part of the law suit and various NPS meetings.
I'm hoping that a letter from a law firm will force the DNR to slow down and keep things open until a complete report is done.
The fight is on big time.
Can't get any time tomorrow to make it out there. Thought I could pull it off and make the meeting, but doesn't look like it'll happen.
Why was an economic impact survey not done with our forests, like this one for our parks?
Grady wrote: Why was an economic impact survey not done with our forests, like this one for our parks?
Sorry to say I missed this. The phone was ringing before my alarm went off this morning and by the time I thought about what day it was, it was already past the start time of the meeting.
Hopefully some locals showed up.
Hare went. He said there was only about 6 peeps who showed (surprise, surprise). He felt that the whole thing was just to show that they made an effort. They stated the trail will close on the 21st for a minimum of 18 months.
Joe said that they did appear to be genuinely interested in helping open new trails. HOWEVER... we need to submit plans and expect a minimum of 18 months for them to be reviewed, etc. I suspect that an EIS would need to be conducted too.
In other words, boys and girls, were f8cked.
My friend Bill went, who is a member of AMA D7 Board of Directors. From what he just told me it's the lower East Valley rd that is the main problem, not Stafford rd. The runoff, that DNR folks are calling "streams", is causing some serious erosion on East Valley rd. All of the dirt roads including Stafford will remain open to tagged vehicles, but NOT to ATV's, Side by sides, or untagged dirt bikes. What that means is no true loop when camping and no technical lower section to ride. There look to be plenty of dirt roads on and off of Stafford to allow tagged bikes to make a loop, but it will be traffic both ways, no more one-way loop.
That's what I got out of my 10 minute convo with Bill.
Now this could all change with some incredible revolt from the people of Maryland but otherwise it dont look good.
they did want to say theres "a possibilty of realingment" in a shorter time but to fit the citeria they demand, there will be no way to do so at the present location. They really dont want us to use stafford rd either but didnt say exactly that. but there is no way around it as other property owners cut off any trail that could go through the woods.
That all being said and I am pretty sure this is all lip service designed to put us off, but they seem genuine when asking for proposed alternative GR Trails and really it sounds like finding new lands which trails systems can be used or made will be the only solution. Still yet dont give up on GR there could be some type of trail in the future but not for a couple of years at least.
All the info and plans need to be compiled in a organized and professional report and it wont be reviewed until mid may or later due to other work demands upon the rangers.
emailing ect to express your absolute disapproval over the Closeings and lack of notice is great, get you non riding friends to send them too!!! but random emails and faxs of info, examples or complaining will have little to no value, or be used against us.


IBD should not be confused with the less serious condition known as IBS. Ulcerative colitis and Crohn's Disease should always be treated by a gastroenterologist.
IBD has a variety of symptoms including abdominal pain, diarrhea, bloody stools, fever, weight loss, and even delayed puberty. There also may be symptoms not related to the digestive tract such as arthritis and rashes.
Bloodwork and stool tests are usually the first line of investigation to exclude other digestive disorders such as infections. Upper endoscopy and colonoscopy with biopsies will be needed to establish the diagnosis. Radiographic studies such as x-rays and CT scans are sometimes needed.
Medications such as corticosteroids, aminosalicylates, immunosuppressants, antibiotics and biologic therapies are typically used. Nutritional therapy is another consideration. Rarely, surgery is needed. Your gastroenterologist will tailor therapy to your child. It is our goal at GI Associates to help children with IBD feel well and lead active lives.
Information in this article comes from The Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America.


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Add this Weekend Ashram – Adult (Single Room Upgrade) to your registration if you are purchasing the Weekend Ashram – Adult registration for the entire BC Christian Ashram and you want to have a single room to yourself rather than sharing one. Limited supply and only available on a first come, first serve basis.
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Daniella - Meaning Of Daniella, What Does Daniella Mean?
The name Daniella is of Hebrew origin.
The meaning of Daniella is "G-d is my judge".
Daniella is generally used as a girl's name.
It consists of 8 letters and 3 syllables and is pronounced Dan-yel-la.
Daniella is a variant of Danielle. See Danielle for further details.
Enchanting and luminous, it is a name considered by many parents.
Although often used, your elegant little Daniella, is sure to make it all her own.
In the U.S. in 2017, it ranked 346 in baby name popularity for girls with 927 occurrences. Less than 5 boys were given the name.
In contrast, the year before it ranked 333 in baby name popularity for girls with 988 occurrences. Less than 5 boys were given the name.
View the Daniella Name Popularity Page to see how the popularity trend for Daniella has changed since 1880, or to compare the popularity of Daniella to other names.
Daniella is a variant of Danielle.
Variants of the name Daniella include Danieia, Daniela.
The name Danijela is a form of Daniella.
Daniella has the diminutives (nicknames) Dania, Danni.
Then take a look at the Numerological Report For Daniella.
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DO YOU WORK WITH A MEAN GIRL?
Women-to-women relationships in the workplace are . . . complicated. When they're good, they're great. But when they're bad, they can ruin your day, your week—even your year.
Packed with proven advice from two of today's leading experts in workplace relationships, this one-of-a-kind guide gives women the tools they need to navigate difficult situations unique to women-to-women relationships—whether with a boss, a colleague, a client, or an employee.
"Accidentally" excludes you from important meetings? Seems intent on taking you down professionally? Gossips about you with other coworkers? Makes you look bad by missing deadlines? Forms a "pack" of mean girls to make your life miserable?
This book is also for women who engage in mean behavior . . . but don't know it. After all, who hasn't gossiped about a female coworker? Who hasn't rolled her eyes in the presence of a woman she doesn't like? Who hasn't scanned another woman head to toe—which is just a nonverbal way of saying, "You've just been judged"? The authors provide invaluable advice to the more subtle ways of being mean—even if they're not intended.


RSA Conference has detailed new efforts to promote diversity and inclusion following controversy around the conference earlier this year.
The 2018 RSA Conference faced criticism after it announced its initial keynote speaker lineup that included only one female speaker, cyberbullying activist Monica Lewinski. The conference then adjusted the lineup to include more women, but it still received negative attention.
RSA Conference earlier this month announced a new diversity and inclusion initiative. The conference split its efforts into four categories: governance, experience, programming and investment. These feature changes such as a new advisory board, a safe walk program coordinated in cooperation with the San Francisco police department, the abolishment of all-male panels, and a youth STEM program to encourage students to get involved in cybersecurity.
In addition, RSA Conference has also updated its speaker submission form to encourage a more diverse speaker lineup.
Toms said the language change has made a difference. Last year, 12% of the submissions were women, and this year 18% of the submissions are from women.
"Overall, we receive over 2,400 submissions for RSA Conference. So it's pretty significant and we're really proud of that," Toms said.
The keynote speakers at RSAC are largely speakers from event sponsors — the conference has also received criticism for its "pay-to-play" model. This year, RSA Conference organizers said they reached out to sponsors to encourage them to send more diverse speakers to the keynote stage.
Along with what RSA Conference hopes will be a more diverse speaker lineup both on the keynote stage and in the sessions, the cybersecurity vendor is rolling out programs to make the conference itself a safer and more accommodating space for everyone.
This includes a secure child care room in or near Moscone Center that will enable parents to come and go from the conference as needed. There will also be a prayer room for attendees and staff, as well as gender neutral bathrooms.
Toms also mentioned that the City of San Francisco is working with the conference this year to increase patrols on and around the walking paths from the Moscone Center to hotels. Conference organizers also working on a program for anyone who wants someone to walk them back to their hotel after the conference for added security.
RSA Conference will also be promoting affinity groups that organize meet-ups during the conference to encourage a greater sense of community at the event.
For the investment part of RSA Conference's diversity and inclusion efforts, the conference is partnering with organizations and schools to get younger generations involved with cybersecurity in order to ease the staffing crisis in the longer run. For instance, the conference is partnering with the Girl Scouts and Cyberjutsu Girls Academy.
While Toms says there's still more work to do, the diversity and inclusion initiative is a step in the right direction.


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Q: Trigger event after plotting of each point in OpenLayers Vector I am quite new to dealing with OpenLayers. When drawing a Polygon or LineString vector, how can I trigger events after plotting each point. For example, I want to show popups or tooltips to assist the user in between each point. How could I achieve it?

A: You can use the point callback function. It is called after each point is drawn on the map.
var drawOptions = {
    callbacks : {
        "point": pointHandler
    },
};
var drawControls = {
    line: new OpenLayers.Control.DrawFeature(lineLayer, OpenLayers.Handler.Path, drawOptions)
};

var pointHandler = function(point) {
    console.log(point.toString());
}


It seems to me that, although we often don't have a choice about whether pain comes into our lives and relationships, we do have a choice about whether that pain becomes "stuck pain" or "growing pain." We can choose to just endure the pain that comes our way and try to ignore it and/or numb it as best we can. We can blame others or the world and wait for them to change. This path keeps us stuck and stagnant. On the other hand, we can get the support we need in a painful situation and put forth the effort of understanding what in us may be causing us to experience the situation as painful. We can then look at how we might grow through this experience into being stronger, more fully alive and more deeply connected.
We have probably all had the experience of being in the middle of a fight with our partner and thinking to our self… "That is absurd. How can you possibly think that? You have got it all wrong." It is my contention that those thoughts are an indication that I have totally lost my neutrality and that my non-verbal behavior is about to become dismissive, invalidating and maybe even condescending.
I generally know my partner to be thoughtful and reasonable. Why do I doubt that now? Well it is probably because she is disagreeing with me. She sees something differently from me. My sense of self is threatened and I feel an urge to fight back and assert my superior knowledge or right to my own opinion. It is actually my own insecurity that is taking command of the ship.
If I presume that everything she says, thinks and does makes total sense (to her) from within her own perspective I would never look down on her and become arrogant and dismissive. If her ideas do not make sense to me it means that I have not taken the time to inquire into her world view to see how it makes sense to her. That needs to be my next job at those moments.
When I say, "You are not making sense!" I am actually saying, "You are not making MY sense." How pompous I must sound at those moments.


Ladies, join us on Saturday, March 23 for a one-day women's conference!
As women, we often wear many hats, causing us to feel stretched thin, worn out, and empty. Take this day to re-focus and re-charge!
NOTE: Childcare is full. Online registration is closed, but walk-in registration will be available on Saturday morning for $39.
Through inspiring words from Rebecca Carrell, lunch together, and your choice of breakout sessions, you will find joy in your identity as a woman fashioned by our God, through His grace, and for His glory. After the conference, you will feel refreshed and excited to grow deeper in your relationships with God and others.
Rebecca Ashbrook Carrell is a joyful Jesus follower, a wife to Mike, mother to Caitlyn and Nick, author, conference speaker, and morning radio co-host on 90.9 KCBI. She has authored two books: Holy Jellybeans: Finding God Through Everyday Things and Holy Hiking Boots: When God Makes the Ordinary Extraordinary. In 2016 Rebecca founded HeartStrong Faith, a women's ministry branch of the KCBI radio network.
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New York based Matthew Schultz hits the UK Charts with 'Promise for Keeps'
Matthew Schultz is an artist based in New York with an interesting background in the entertainment industry having been involved in it since his teen years.
Matthew Schultz a multi-instrumentalist, producer, singer and performer who started out playing guitar in Chris Daughtry's first band.
His Influences include artists like Diplo, Calvin Harris, Major Lazer, The Chainsmokers, Borgeous and more.
He's also diversified into television and acting cast for a role on Real Housewives of New Jersey (Season 6). He has also been featured in several films with various roles including working on Independent Films like My Father My Don, Redemptio, 10 Rules of Sleeping Around, The Meat Puppet, Echelon 8, Batman Returns and Think Tank.
Matthew Schultz has already made a strong impact on the music industry with his previous releases. His first single 'Money or Me' was produced by Armando Guarnera and earned him a nomination at the 2013 EOTM Awards as well as one for best new male artist.
He followed this up with Crazy Heart (ft. Alessia Guarnera) in 2014 and in 2015 released 'We Own The Night (feat. Jim Jones). Last year saw a house remix of this track by Follow The Moon gain considerable popularity that charted Top 40 on Beatport.
These releases were all widely acclaimed and he has accumulated a huge following on Facebook and Twitter in the process.
The latest single from Matthew Schultz ' Promise For Keeps' sees him return to the fray in some style. Musically it is has its finger on the pulse, blending elements of EDM and Major Lazer-esque dancehall to create a fresh sounding cutting edge pop track.
The single 'Promise for Keeps' has already charted at number 22 on the Itunes UK Dance Charts and received over 1 millions plays on Souncloud as well as reached #37 Trending On Spotify Playlists. Promise for Keeps has also hit the Top 100 on Beatport (Dance) , #1 most downloaded track on Setaro DJ Pool , #2 most downloaded track on Digiwaxx , No 1 on Kings of Spins DJ Chart and been endorsed by DJ Fatfingaz Heavy Hitters Hot 97 and the track also stormed the Music Week official UK Commercial Pop Charts into the Top 20.
In his own words "The theme is highly romantic with the protagonist pondering the idea of long-term commitment to the new love in his life: "I love that I'm close to you so much love to show to you I hope I'm not thinking too far ahead.". It starts with just vocals and synths gradually building with light percussion up to the first chorus, which is instantly memorable the first time you hear it. In the second verse a four-to-the-floor beat kicks in and the track starts to really groove. This incrementally structured arrangement means there is frequency something new entering the mix and so doesn't get old after repeated listens there is always something drawing the listener in.
After the track has built up to a full beat there's a drop down section which works well dynamically making the last choruses more effective. There are several hooks that deployed throughout the song that make it super catchy such as the romantic "I'll take you far from here…" "Let's plant a seed for love to grow" and the philosophical "You reap what you sow and you sow what you reap".
The laid back tempo is reminiscent of Drake's monster hit 'One Dance' and you can imagine this track going down equally well in a nightclub. Overall Matthew Schultz has come up with a first rate piece of modern pop that effortlessly blends several genres and styles which will work equally well on the Radio and the dancefloor.
It's a song that will fit in perfectly in the current musical landscape of Taylor Swift, Drake and Justin Bieber with mainstream pop the place where the innovations are being made.
In short it has massive hit written all over it. With an army of fans awaiting new material he will undoubtedly make many new ones with this single and 2018 could find him taking his success to a new level.
The single 'Promise to Keeps' was produced by Carlos P Vives/Matthew Schultz in New York and comes with various Club remixes including collaborations with 'Gyptian' and 'DJ Surinder Rattan'.
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Maka Meshveliani, NDI's 2015 Andi Parhamovich Fellow, came to Washington, D.C., with a mission.
"Helping more women get elected in Georgia are both personal and professional passions of mine that luckily coincide," said Meshveliani, a senior program officer in NDI's Georgia office.
She sat down for an interview in which she describes herself as "invested" in championing women in politics.
Established in 2007, the Andi Parhamovich Fellowship is an annual award that brings one woman from an NDI in-country office, or local organization that has collaborated with NDI, to Washington, D.C., for three months to conduct research for a project geared toward advancing democracy and increasing women's political participation in her own country. The award was named after NDI staff member Andi Parhamovich, who was killed in Iraq in 2007.
Through the fellowship, Meshveliani is helping women's groups in Georgia sharpen their public communications and messaging. "Women's political participation is a very technical term, so we need to find ways to speak to the hearts and minds of the general public so that they join the cause," said Meshveliani.
Currently in Georgia, 12 percent of members of parliament are women and only 11 percent of positions in local government are held by women. According to Meshveliani, those are some of the lowest figures compared to European countries. "For the past 25 years, Georgia has been in the low numbers when it comes to women's political participation," she said.
But there are encouraging signs. According to NDI public opinion surveys, Georgians overwhelmingly favor having more women hold elected positions. And recently, there has been a legislative push for a mandatory gender quota to increase the number of women elected leaders.
Meshveliani stressed that while quotas are a good first step, there needs to be an emphasis on structural factors, such as improving education and addressing repressive social norms.


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Q: List of Authenticated Users I am working on a tool inside of a current iOS app that I only want to be available to a handful of people. The company email addresses are all gmail.
How can I make the app work in a way that, You sign into your google account, and on the server end it will check if you have access or not. If you do, it will then move on to the tool page.
Does Google API have anything on this?
Thanks in advance

A: Google App Engine has the Users API which you can use to allow people to log in with a Google Account. You can the write server side code to cross check the logged in email address against your whitelist (which may or may not be configurable), and only allow access if the emails match.
Is that the kind of thing you mean?


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Q: sqlite, select query doesn't work - (UserInfo*)getCurrentUserInfo:(NSString*)userName
{
    UserInfo *userInfo = [[UserInfo alloc]init];

    sqlite3 *database;
    sqlite3_stmt *selectstmt;
    NSLog(@"userName:%@",userName);
    if(sqlite3_open([databasePath UTF8String], &database) == SQLITE_OK) {
        NSString *sqlString = [NSString stringWithFormat:@"SELECT USER_LEVEL FROM USER_INFO WHERE USER_NAME = '%@'" , userName];
        NSLog(@"getCurrentUserInfo:%@",sqlString);
        const char *SqlCommand = [sqlString UTF8String];
        if (sqlite3_prepare_v2(database, SqlCommand, -1, &selectstmt, NULL) == SQLITE_OK) {
            NSLog(@"success!");
            while (sqlite3_step(selectstmt) == SQLITE_ROW) {
                NSString *userInfoStr = [NSString stringWithUTF8String:(char *)sqlite3_column_text(selectstmt, 0)];
                NSLog(@"select result:%@",userInfoStr);
            }
        }
        sqlite3_finalize(selectstmt);
    }
    sqlite3_close (database);
    return userInfo;
}

the following is my log output:
2012-03-06 17:50:11.556 MagicWords[508:f803] userName:Tan
2012-03-06 17:50:11.557 MagicWords[508:f803] getCurrentUserInfo:SELECT USER_LEVEL FROM USER_INFO WHERE USER_NAME = 'Tan'

It doesn't print "success",so sqlite3_prepare_v2 don't return yes.but my database is ok:
I can't find the problem?

A: Add sqlite error message . It will give an insight of what is going on inside. If all about your database is correct ,check the table name.
UserInfo *userInfo = [[UserInfo alloc]init];

    sqlite3 *database;
    sqlite3_stmt *selectstmt;
    NSLog(@"userName:%@",userName);
    if(sqlite3_open([databasePath UTF8String], &database) == SQLITE_OK) {
        NSString *sqlString = [NSString stringWithFormat:@"SELECT USER_LEVEL FROM USER_INFO WHERE USER_NAME = '%@'" , userName];
        NSLog(@"getCurrentUserInfo:%@",sqlString);
        const char *SqlCommand = [sqlString UTF8String];
        if (sqlite3_prepare_v2(database, SqlCommand, -1, &selectstmt, NULL) == SQLITE_OK) {
            NSLog(@"success!");
            while (sqlite3_step(selectstmt) == SQLITE_ROW) {
                NSString *userInfoStr = [NSString stringWithUTF8String:(char *)sqlite3_column_text(selectstmt, 0)];
                NSLog(@"select result:%@",userInfoStr);
            }
        }
      //Add the error message here.
       else
        {

         NSLog(@"%s",sqlite3_errmsg(database));

        }
       ///////
        sqlite3_finalize(selectstmt);
    }
    sqlite3_close (database);
    return userInfo;

A: Remove the quotes inside '  ' and Use Semicolon at the end of the sqlString.
NSString *sqlString = [NSString stringWithFormat:@"SELECT USER_LEVEL FROM USER_INFO WHERE USER_NAME = %@;" , userName];

A: try this when you are converting sqlString to char

const char *SqlCommand = (char *)[sqlString
  cStringUsingEncoding:NSUTF8StringEncoding];


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A popular spot for Hindu pilgrims from around the country, Haridwar is a popular getaway destination from North India. Popular for its temples and aarti that place on the river Ganga every evening (not to be missed under any circumstances), this place has a soothing and calming effect on travellers from around the world. Haridwar lies at an altitude of 314 metres above sea level, and can be visited at any time of the year. However, if you are planning to visit this city during an important religious festival like the Kumbh Mela, Kartik Purnima or Baisakhi, book your stay beforehand, as the city can get chaotic and crowded. Here are things that you can do in the city.
Mansa Devi - Dedicated to Mansa Devi, a goddess who fulfills the desires and wishes of her devotees, this is a major local attraction of Haridwar and one of the most important pilgrim site for Hindus. It is also known as the Bilwa Tirth, since the temple is situated on the peak of Bilwa Parvat.
The Mansa Devi temple is home to two idols of the goddess. It can be reached either through trekking or by taking the cable car. According to Hindu mythology, Mansa devi and Chanda devi are believed to stay close to one another, which is why these two temples are located very close to each other.
Har Ki Pauri - Another major local attraction in Haridwar is the Har Ki Pauri, which means Footsteps of the Lord. A sacred ghat located in the state, it is frequented by Hindu pilgrims from around the country. According to Hindu mythology, a few drops of amrit or the elixir of immortality fell on the Brahmakund Ghar of Har Ki Pari, making it a major place for religious devotees. Further, among all the devotees who have meditated on the Ghat, Bharthari, who was the brother of King Vikramaditya was the most famous and prominent. Make sure you do not miss this one.
Ganga arti at Haridwar - One of the most incredible and magical experience of Haridwar is a chance to witness the Ganga aarti at Haridwar. A must attend for both locals and tourists, the aarti takes place in the evening and goes on for quite some time. During the celebration, colorful flowers, beautifully decorated diyas and pleasant fragrance of incense make it a truly calming and memorable experience. Trust us, this is one experience that will stay with you for a very long time.


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Heidari, S., Keshavarz, S., Mirahmadizadeh, A. (2017). Application of Seemingly Unrelated Regression (SUR) in Determination of Risk Factors of Fatigue and General Health among the Employees of Petrochemical Companies. Journal of Health Sciences & Surveillance System, 5(4), 180-187.
Shahla Heidari; Sareh Keshavarz; Alireza Mirahmadizadeh. "Application of Seemingly Unrelated Regression (SUR) in Determination of Risk Factors of Fatigue and General Health among the Employees of Petrochemical Companies". Journal of Health Sciences & Surveillance System, 5, 4, 2017, 180-187.
Heidari, S., Keshavarz, S., Mirahmadizadeh, A. (2017). 'Application of Seemingly Unrelated Regression (SUR) in Determination of Risk Factors of Fatigue and General Health among the Employees of Petrochemical Companies', Journal of Health Sciences & Surveillance System, 5(4), pp. 180-187.
Heidari, S., Keshavarz, S., Mirahmadizadeh, A. Application of Seemingly Unrelated Regression (SUR) in Determination of Risk Factors of Fatigue and General Health among the Employees of Petrochemical Companies. Journal of Health Sciences & Surveillance System, 2017; 5(4): 180-187.
Application of Seemingly Unrelated Regression (SUR) in Determination of Risk Factors of Fatigue and General Health among the Employees of Petrochemical Companies
Article 7, Volume 5, Issue 4, October 2017, Page 180-187	 PDF (334.3 K)
Document Type: Original Articles
Shahla Heidari* ; Sareh Keshavarz; Alireza Mirahmadizadeh
AbstractBackground: In this cross-sectional study, 501 employees of petrochemical companies were selected by simple sampling method.Methods: Data were collected using Swedish Occupational Fatigue Inventory (SOFI-20), Occupational Fatigue/Exhaustion Recovery (OFER-15), and General Health Questionnaire (GHQ-28). To identify the factors associated with fatigue and general health, we used ordinary least squares regression (OLS) and SUR and the results were compared. The analysis showed that satisfaction, mental disorder and sleepiness were the important factors associated with fatigue among these workers. However, the SUR estimator provided higher precision of the estimates than the OLS estimator as the parameters obtained by SUR are characterized by lower standard errors. As the models are intended to predict the fatigue risk factors, we particularly focused on the SUR method because it assesses the precision of the model in predicting fatigue determination. SUR estimators performed consistently better than the OLS estimators since SUR takes the correlation between error terms into account. Results: The findings showed that the study population were young and almost had a low job tenure. The correlation test showed that there was a significant relationship between fatigue and general health with job satisfaction (p=0.05), sleep disorder (p=0.01) and mental disorder (p=0.001). Finally, the analysis showed that fatigue as the result of work was affected by some organizational and individual risk factors, among which "general health status" in general fatigue and "job satisfaction and mental disorders" in mental, physical, shift work, chronic and acute fatigue had the most effect.Conclusion: The prevalence of fatigue among the study population was assessed high. Thus, elimination and reduction of casual risk factors are necessary to reduce the prevalence of fatigue at work environmental.
Employee; fatigue; SUR (seemingly unrelated regression); OLS (ordinary least square)
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