2. Painting No 1 - "Fish".
This painting is half A4 size and it's made on treated handmade paper with natural paint. I loved the predominant blue, red, green and some mustard yellow colors. It's unbelievable that with so little color and many lines we can achieve stunning results. I urge you to try this at home because it looks pretty easy as well!
3. Painting No 3 - "Lions".
The same composition as in the painting above but this time it's the lions! I love the terracotta orange color in this painting. I definitely love lions because lions are the symbols of strength. I love how minimalist and powerful this drawing looks like!
4. Painting No 4 - "Tattoo".
I tried to take Prakash's video and make him talk about Madhubani but he told me he was too shy and that I should go to his elder brother who had a stall on the other side of the fair's isle. I still asked about the paper, pen and paints and he just kept telling me the things I already knew so we left for home.
So beautiful blog and great art.


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[HT: Hyland]
Calvert Co. billboard uses vulgar language and poop emojis to attack President Biden, VP Harris
A billboard in Calvert County, Maryland, where controversial messages have been posted for years, is turning heads again. The latest message uses vulgar language to describe President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris.
It reads: "Don't Blame Trump! You Are Stuck With These Two Sh–heads!!! From All Your Deplorables in Calvert County."
It also includes cartoon-like drawings of the president and vice president's heads on top of poop emojis.
The sign faces northbound traffic on Route 4 at Bowie Shop Road in Huntingtown.
A statement posted on the Calvert County Government Facebook page explains that the county "Cannot regulate sign content based on the Supreme Court case decision Reed v. Town of Gilbert (2015). The Calvert County local sign regulations are based on location, materials and size, not verbiage. Regulating any content based on the Supreme Court decision would be illegal."
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Casey Klahn May 10, 2021, 12:21 PM
What part of the billboard is parody? It's not even irony.
What you have there is a truth-telling, and on an emotional level. Just the very suggestion that that can be, or cannot be, regulated by the county is enough to make you want to begin building scaffolds for the county shirts. FFS, who thinks of shit like regulating political speech?
BillH May 10, 2021, 1:41 PM
My bet's on the woke mob bringing Calvert Co. to it's knees with a thoughtcrime lawsuit.
ghostsniper May 10, 2021, 1:58 PM
The crybaby communists will be blaming Trump for a thousand years.
He's a racist white man with raging balls and that triggers their whiney piss fits.
The unmeasurable horror those genetically damaged souls had to endure over the past 4 years.
Payback will never be enough for them, nothing less than a .308 all the way through their empty skallz will release them from their self contained prison. Though 2 .22's in an eye socket might help.
Jack May 10, 2021, 2:23 PM
Finally….someone presented a depiction of these two fucktards that is accurate. Why does the truth hold its peace for such a long time?
Miss Diana May 10, 2021, 2:32 PM
I agree with Calvert County. God bless the Greatest Country in the world! USA USA
EX-Californian Pete May 10, 2021, 3:48 PM
I applaud those fine folks, and hope it "triggers" lots of mental breakdowns and heart attacks throughout the Commie/Libtard/Marxist cult.
God bless our First Amendment.
Meanwhile, there's some psycho POS bastards that put THIS kind of crap out on the internet, and somehow don't get arrested and thrown in prison-
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MAhKMi6DexA&t=6s
WARNING- watching that video will cause Patriots and good, red-blooded Americans to get angry, cuss, and want to nuke the hell out of AntiFAGS and Liberal a-holes.
And in case you'd like to drop a comment on the POS's website. here you go-
https://www.ourrevolutioncs.com/contact (fake email addresses will work)
I can also provide his phone number, home address & apartment # on request.
@Pete, he's an obese pussy.
One slap across it's blubbering yap and it'll piss all over itself.
Gun safe?
If you have to keep guns in a safe you're doing a whole bunch of things wrong.
Sixtyville May 11, 2021, 8:41 AM
The Left is always against free speech, especially when it's true.
Sam L. May 11, 2021, 8:56 AM
YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY for those who paid for the painting and erection of that billboard!!!!1111!!!!
Ghost-
You noticed that too?
I look at that guy and think his dad probably bugged out early in his childhood, his mom is a tattooed lesbian hooker, and the guy constantly drowns his sorrows with McDonalds chow for hours a day.
I guess even multiple "Happy Meals" can't cure his anger and sorrow!
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Indonesia; Singapore: Maritime Border Pact Signed
(Sept. 11, 2014) On September 3, 2014, Indonesia's President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono and Singapore's Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong witnessed the signing of the Treaty Between the Republic of Indonesia and the Republic of Singapore Relating to the Delimitation of the Territorial Seas of the Two Countries in the Eastern Part of the Strait of Singapore. The pact was concluded during a state visit of Yudhoyono to Singapore. (Press Release, Singapore Ministry of Foreign Affairs, State Visit of the President of the Republic of Indonesia Dr Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono, 2 to 4 September 2014 (Sept. 3, 2014).)
This treaty, the second one on the subject signed by the two countries during Yudhoyono's administration, establishes the maritime border in a 5.1 nautical mile section of the eastern portion of the Singapore Strait, from Changi, an area in Singapore, to Batam, an Indonesian island. (Zakir Hussain, Singapore, Indonesia Sign Treaty on Maritime Borders in Eastern Singapore Strait, STRAITS TIMES (Sept. 3, 2014).) The first treaty, concluded in Jakarta in 2009, covered the western part of the Strait. (Saifulbahri Ismail, Singapore and Indonesia Sign Milestone Maritime Treaty, CHANNEL NEWSASIA (updated Sept. 4, 2014); Lilian Budianto, RI, Singapore Sign Maritime Boundary Agreement, JAKARTA POST (Mar. 11, 2009).)
Speaking about the treaty, Yudhoyono stated, "[i]n a world marked by tensions and disputes, with this treaty we are demonstrating that with strong political commitment it is possible to achieve mutually acceptable solutions. Through this agreement we set this new milestone in our bilateral relations." (Ismail, supra.) Singapore's President, Tony Tan Keng Yam, also praised the treaty and placed it in the context of the overall relationship between the nations, adding, "[w]e have launched a new phase of our economic partnership through the establishment of dedicated working groups and enhanced our cooperation in the islands of Batam, Bintan and Karimun. We have concluded MOUs in areas such as diplomatic training, education and capacity building for public officials." (Id.)
Author: Constance Johnson
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January 4, 2020 Scott Andes
The latest PR generated Dodgers trade rumors now involve Boston Red Sox star and former American League MVP Mookie Betts. The rumors from earlier in the winter involved Cleveland infielder Francisco Lindor. Now those rumors have shifted to Betts, and other Boston stars like starting pitcher David Price. I find it funny how Andrew Friedman is always working on some big blockbuster trade, yet it never comes to fruition.
Any Dodger fan would love to see Betts playing in Dodger blue. He's one of the best players in baseball. Unfortunately that would involve acquiring Betts in his walk season and then renegotiating a new contract and or an extension. We should all know that Friedman would never acquire elite talent and never actually pay for premium talent.
Again these rumors seem to be circulated via chatter. Beat writers who are looking for something to write about, or insiders looking for a story. Surely every team has internal discussions about different players. This doesn't mean these rumors become reality. When Friedman is involved they never do.
League sources suggested that nothing is close regarding a deal in which the Red Sox would send Betts to LA or anywhere else. Clearly, their preference appears to be to shed payroll while having Betts anchor the lineup for at least one more year.
Evaluator, speculating….
As early as the Winter Meetings, one National League evaluator wondered whether the Dodgers could motivate the Red Sox to part with Betts by offering to take on both him and a starting pitcher (perhaps David Price, who is owed $96 million over the next three years) while giving Boston a meaningful prospect in return.
According to league sources, such an idea never gained any meaningful traction throughout December.
I'm not saying there are not some truths to them. Perhaps there is a smidge. But I don't see this ever happening. At least not now. Maybe there may be more momentum in July if the Red Sox find themselves completely out of the race and looking to do a roster purge and total rebuild. Again I find that scenario even more unlikely.
The pseudo trade rumors are perpetuated even more to make it look like Andrew Friedman is working hard, yet continues to run into roadblocks that prevent him from acquiring top tier players that are beyond his control. The excuses as to why the deals never happen pile up. He just barely missed out on Gerrit Cole. Anthony Rendon did not want to play in Los Angeles. Francisco Lindor would cost us too many prospects. Mookie Betts is too expensive. Hyun-jin Ryu is old. On and on and on and on they go.
Poor misunderstood millionaire Friedman. Working hard for his millions, if it weren't for such crappy luck. Friedman fans can keep dreaming and clamoring about how something big is about to go down. I laugh when I read that stuff. We're on what year five of the Friedman era? Nothing is going to happen. Please just stop with this bologna.
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Stanley Phillips says:
Your ire is understandable. But the real focus for the Dodgers not getting top level free agents should be directed at Stan Kasten. He of the Atlanta Braves who had three hall of fame pitchers and only one lucky World Series win. He doesn't like to spend money and never will.
Badger says:
Something WILL happen.
It's GOOD to be a Dodger fan. I'm grateful.
Michael N. Norris says:
Stanley, Kasten is not an owner. it is not his money to spend, both he and Friedman answer to a higher power, and for the last 2 years the owners have mandated that they will stay under the luxury tax. The Braves won 14 consecutive division titles, and one world series, they played in 4 others. So they had 5 shots at the big one and won once. But a lot can be said of how AF operates. He has never signed a free agent to a 9 figure contract. He has never traded for a premier player in his prime in the off season. At the deadline he acquired two players who were supposed to be difference makers and get the Dodgers to the promised land. Machado and Darvish, neither was outstanding and neither helped reach the goal. But player acquisitions are Friedman's domain. As long as the owners sign off on the deal, it would happen. But he has shown no inclination to make the big jump.
Machado was a disappointment, but it was a good move. He was 25 and OPSn over .900 when we traded for him. Darvish was curious because looking at the month before the trade he was getting clobbered.
Friedman has his own way of doing things that's for sure. I like the fact he builds from within. Not signing $35 mil a year 30 year olds doesn't bother me. Those guys have already put in their best years for somebody else.
Biggest difference about the Machado trade is that it was made because it was a need. Seager was out for the year, his replacements. Taylor-Kike, were not getting the job done. Taylor was not having the same kind of year he had in 17. He also did not really cost the team any prime prospects. He was very disappointing in my eyes simply because his production was no where near what he was doing in Baltimore. He also, except for in the NLCS was totally worthless in the playoffs and series.
PaulDodgerFan1965 says:
Michael, I have to concur with Scott here as far as " can we just stop with this bologna?" Since all the big name FA's with the exception of Donaldson are off the board all anyone can do is moveon. Now in regards to thios Betts trade, It won't happen because I cannot see Boston getting much or expecting much in return for a 1 year rental.
Things are not always as they seem. You can quote me on that.
I have a feeling that something is up. I can't put a finger on it, but I can say with certainty that the roster will change between now and October. I know that's not soon enough for most in here, but I'm just not that concerned. This team is good. We've got some exciting players entering their prime and a system that is loaded. Grumble on if you wish, but I choose to look ahead. It's going to be a good year.
There is a quote from Kasten on one of the Dodger blogs, not sure if it was Dodger Blue or Digest or one of those. Kasten said, and I quote, the team we have right now will not be the team we take into the playoffs, and he can see them going over the luxury tax. Now whether or not this is simply to placate those who are upset with the lack of action, or a statement of their future plans remains to be seen.
Bluto says:
It's an article in the LA Times.
https://www.latimes.com/sports/dodgers/story/2020-01-05/dodgers-ownership-defends-lack-offseason-moves-amid-fan-frustration
From the horrible Plaschke (IMHO) on the indefensible Kasten.
It was also quoted on Dodger Report. And he and Plaschke have sort of a running fued right now. Plaschke rather rashly said that they were hated by most fans. I do not think they are hated. I do think that more fans than he thinks are frustrated at the lack of action. Yeah, we ALL knew Cole wanted to be a Yankee. But what surprised many was the lack of even making an offer to Rendon. Yes, he also did not want to be a Dodger, but due diligence says make and offer. No whether they do what Kasten says they will do and go over the tax before the end of the season remains to be seen. As for the subject matter of this post. I believe that Scott is close to being right. But Dustin Nosler made 3 proposals for a Betts-Price trade that actually made sense to me. Whether the Red Sox would consider any of them is another matter. But the fact remains that in order for any deal with Boston to get done, they would have to at least take Pollock as part of the deal. It is the only way the money works.
We don't know what Boston wants. They may just keep him and make a QO or they may trade him at the deadline to the highest bidder. And we sure don't know what Friedman wants. He may wait and make free agent offers on Betts AND Lindor. As for what what fans think of ownership my guess would be most baseball fans are average hard working people and are fully aware that people like Guggenheim Partners wouldn't piss on them if they were on fire. Just pay the FCI, purchase your cable packages and stfu because beyond that you are f'n irrelevant.
Let's remember that although Kasten said the roster will not be the one we have now that plays in October, honestly October is still not guaranteed anyway. 162 games still have to be played first, and the rest of the NL West teams have really one real goal in mind at this point, and that is to take down the Dodgers. WSS but all I am saying is that an 8th straight division title is not necessarily a lock.
package206 says:
I mean no disrespect but you could take a comment from 2,3,4 years ago that you made it would be the same thing. You keep saying the Dodgers will do this or that or make an excuse why they won't pull the trigger on a trade or FA when you know that some teams like the Yankees do not have a problem going after a top tier player. You cannot keep making excuses for Friedman and company because they only love money, not the Dodgers and their plan is exactly what you said you want.
I have no problem with them not trading Lux. One of the best prospects to come down from the farm since Belli. Now as to Cole and Rendon, they did their due diligence, and neither wanted to play for the Dodgers, so that makes signing them problematic. They made Cole a huge offer, but he wanted to be a Yankee and he got 24 million and another year more than they offered. It was also noted that some of the money was deferred. Strasburg was not on their radar at all. Now as to trades, tell me Pack, just who would you be willing to trade for Lindor? Be honest too. Who would you swap for a Betts-Price package? As long as the Indians insisted on Lux, it was never going to happen. They offered Seager and were rebuffed. One thing that AF has done is completely whiff on some free agent bullpen arms that I thought might help. You know me Pack, I am no Fraudman apologist. I do not like the way he operates and never have. I do try to understand his logic, and normally, I cannot. But I am not for stripping the farms system for one player who does not guarantee you a thing. So they trade Lux and about 3 others for Lindor. Lindor plays 2 years, they win 2 more division titles, get knocked out in the NLCS in one and lose the series in 6 the other, Lindor declares for free agency, signs somewhere else and what do you have left? A draft pick. Probably not that high in the pecking order either. I am not making excuses for Friedman or the owners, I am just trying to make sense of why or why not.
Not sure who I would trade but it would include some mixture of the likes of Pollack, Pederson, Stripling and a couple of lesser known minor leaguers for Betts/Price but could include an infielder but not all of the above. Key word= mixture. For Lindor, maybe Taylor, Kike, others and perhaps maybe just Verdugo but not much more. I never said I could put together a package that would be OK for the Red Sox or Indians but I think I could do something to sway them. You got to give to get and you know it.
BosoxForever says:
Friedman has not won the World Series in 5 years with the Dodgers, but Cashman has not won in 10 years with the Yankees. That's a weak-ass argument.
Scott Andes says:
Last I checked Cashman has been gm and senior vice president in ny since 1998 in which the yankees have won 4 championships, 98,99,2000,2009
Which may be why the OP wrote "has not won in 10 years"?
I don't follow pack. I've said many times what I thought they should do – they didn't do it and won the West. Several times. They also got to the World Series two years and were 2 Roberts brain farts from advancing last year. I was hoping one of the three top FA pitchers would sign here, but none wanted to be Dodgers. I don't blame Friedman for that. As for trades, I don't trade our top prospects for rentals. Neither does Friedman.
I'd like to see something done but when players choose to play elsewhere, like Rendon in Anaheim and Cole in New York, what can you do?
As for my comment about ownership I stand by it. Fans are either stupid or crazy, either way ownership knows they own them. $100 for a ticket? No problem, give me 4. $150 for a jersey? I'll take 2!" Stupid or crazy, maybe both, but absolutely owned. I'm out. I'm not spending another dime on MLB, but they don't need me.
My point is that you give the same excuses that Friedman gives over and over and I could have told you and did that nothing will happen with the Dodgers during the winter the last 4 or 5 years, he does not acquire Top Tier talent. I about knew it when he traded Kemp. He does not care about winning the championship, just games and making money. They discussed this very thing on inside pitch on MLB radio today and they agreed the Dodgers do not care if they win a championship and they needed a good bump. Friedman is not a championship winner, he is like Kasten where playoffs are just fine. Just keep the money rolling in.
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Pack, knowing Badger as I do, he is not making excuses, he is stating facts and we all know AF has never gone for the premier talent in free agency. Fact, they have never given any free agent a deal longer than 4 years. Including their own. Fact, they have never given any free agent a contract calling for 9 digits. You might not believe it is about winning, but it has. You have to win in the regular season to even have a chance in the playoffs. They have done that every year they have been here. Now you name me one single player that was on the market that they could have traded for at the deadline or in the winter that puts them over the top and they win the World Series. You can't. No one can. They traded for the 2 best available players in 2017 and 2018, and neither got them over the hump. One had a classic melt down under pressure, and the other simply played very good. And why postulate and cry about the past? it is over and done with. Yeah, the Stros cheated and it helped them win. Dodgers just could not overcome the cheating and Roberts bone headed moves. Friedman is a pawn. You need to understand that. He does exactly what ownership wants him to do. And although Kasten is the President of the team and a part owner, he answers to other people too, and winning is very important. Yeah, the money is rolling in BECAUSE they are winning. If they had won 1 division title and no WS all the fans would be totally pissed. Trying to blame Badger for saying what is the truth and simply stating facts makes no sense. I respect your opinion, but you are way off base if you think he is making excuses for AF. He is like me, he tries to understand their plan. In order to make money you have to keep winning. And the off season is not over yet. Adding Betts, Lindor, Price or who ever does not guarantee you a thing. Coming to a new league, they could suffer the same fate Machado did. He was no where near the super star he was in Baltimore, and last year in San Diego, he was not that great either. Yes, those guys would probably help the offense be less lefty heavy, and yes they bring skills to a loaded team. But the problem has not been the offense. It has been the back end of the pen. And if you want to direct any ire against Friedman, that is the area it should be directed at. The guys you proposed for Betts-Price, might be enough, but they would want at least one prospect, and sending them Joc-Pollock would offset some of the money. But no matter what, Betts is a one year rental. He has stated over and over he is testing the market, then you are stuck with Price at 32 million for 21 and 22. As for Lindor, no way Kike and Taylor come close to what the Tribe wants. They want Lux, and that is not going to happen. Sit back, relax and just wait til spring is over to see who is on the team before you blow a gasket….it will go much better for you.
You know as well as I there has been more players than I care to count that could have made the difference in just a divisional winner and a World Champion but Friedman and Company choose not to spend on TOP TIER PLAYERS, Why? Because it costs money, yet he spends money on worn out players or injury prone players or International players that never amount to anything. That is why his payroll has been so high and over the their cap. That is failure any way you cut it. He could have had GOOD players but instead we get Pollack who everyone knew got hurt all the time and guess what? He was hurt many many games with the Dodgers. He lets Ryu walk and then says it doesn't matter. Give me a break. I am sick and tired of excusitis. I want results and he didn't do any better than the last crowd, probably worse but many just excuse it away and give HIS excuses. I screamed that DR was a Dummy for a long time before anyone did but I was constantly put down because of it but guess what? Now many say the same thing I did. I will not let them off the hook until many of this crowd finally wise up and see it.
By the way, I understand their plan and I think it sucks.
Package206, I concur with EVERYTHING you have stated here and on other pages. I watched every game last year and although they were basically winning against teams with sub par pitching, the fact remains that Dodgers are too LH heavy in the offense and it does make it easier for teams to match up, especially later in games. Look what happens every time the Dodgers face a LHP with the lineup. But also to Michael's point about the BP it is very true, case in point is what happened from the 8th inning on in the NLDS against the Nats. But Nats also showed how they got to and won a WS with great starting pitching . And as you are saying, I am not too thrilled with what has taken place so far this off season either. But I still will say that money may not be the only issue as to why top FA's and other top players do not want to be here. and that is they may very well be a bit leary of the mind sets of Freidman and Roberts on the daily managing of the lineups and pitching.
Very true Paul. I think many players would be leary of being put into a platoon system or a Pitcher who is supposed to be a starter turning into a reliever. Also, some of the way Roberts makes his decisions. The fact that they cannot win the big one also may play into their thoughts plus other monetary considerations. Just a few thoughts.
That is fine, you can think it sucks all you want, but if you think they care nothing about winning, you are way off base. It is all about winning, and winning in the regular season comes first. You don't win the division and become the wild card, then it is really a crap shoot. But look what DC did as a wild card. And we are not making excuses for Friedman. That's BS and you know it. We just look at what he does from a different point of view than you do. To you, it is all about winning the World Series. Great, I get that. We all want them to win. And you can bet ownership wants one too. Why? Simple, you think they make money now, you hang a banner in Dodger Stadium and everything sky rockets. Ticket sales, concessions, souvenirs, all of it. And sorry Pack, they really do not care what you or I or anyone else thinks. They are a business, and are run as such.
Michael, there is one thing that is certain to take place, or maybe a couple things that will take place in 2020. They are:
Dodgers will rely on a LH hitter heavy lineup, musical chairs will again take place with lineups every time Dodgers face a LHP, Roberts will make those same type of pitching decisions he made last year, and especially in October. He even told Plaschke of LA Times as such.
Well put Bear. And for the record I don't believe pack was in any way attacking me. His questions are legit.
I'm not a Friedman fan pack. I came down pretty hard on him early and often. But I had to concede what he was doing was working. I also concede Kasten builds playoff teams, but not necessarily championship teams. And from his interview with Plaschke it would also appear he's a condescending jackass.
I think Cole was way overpaid. By all accounts Friedman offered $300 million. Maybe he knew Cole wasn't coming and threw that out there just for drill, but frankly I believe that is too much for a player soon to be past prime. I was actually for signing Harper because he was 26 and will put up 4+ WAR until he's 33 as a hitter. I figured he could DH for us too. Pitchers? I'd rather develop them than take chances on guys going into their 30s. I think it's a different game now – pitchers are, in my opinion, too risky after 30. Prime years are 24-29. After that? Good luck.
I'm for signing Lindor or Betts as a free agent. They look like players that will produce into their early to mid 30s. I don't trade any of our top 3 prospects but after that I trade all of them in the right deal. A rental is not the right deal. I would consider taking on Price if it meant lower prospects went over, but I don't see Boston doing that. All that said at this point I will not be surprised to see Friedman outbid again by somebody. Hopefully there is a free agent that WANTS to play in LA.
Badger, I am not for dealing top prospects for 1 year rentals either, and Boston certainly cannot expect that much as far as Betts is concerned. I too would sign the 2 ya mentioned as FA's .. Now keep in mind something about Nolan Arenado of the Rockies. He has a FULL NO TRADE clause and can veto any deal they attempt to make. He probably waves it to be traded to Dodgers, but Rockies don't want to deal him to a division rival. OK, fine then, he (Arenado) by virtue of his full no trade clause can dictate where he goes, and if the Rockies don't know it by now, Arenado most likely opts out of his deal after the 2021 season and can and most likely sign with the Dodgers but wss.
The argument is moot. We all know what Friedman is. We all know how he operates. Just coming on here and pissing and moaning about changes nothing. And again Pack, you did not name this player they could trade for or sign that puts them over the hump and makes them Champions. Harper? Hardly, he was not all that in Philly last year, and the need is not on offense, it is pitching. They could have had Verlander the year the Stros traded for him, but I think they felt he was not the same pitcher he had been in previous years. That was probably a mistake. Everyone said a few years ago that Hamel would have gotten them over the top, but at what cost? They had 2 of the best starters in the majors in 2015 and still got knocked out in the NLDS. No one player guarantees you a thing. They won world championships against better teams with superior pitching. That is the thing this team has not had at all. Very good, yes, superior>? No. You want to know why they lost to DC? Simple, they had no answer for Strasburg or Scherzer. Although Buehler pitched really well in game 5, Kershaw blew the lead, they could not get it back, and the pen blew the game. But the real reason is they had no answer for Scherzer in game 4. They were up 2-1. And who do they trot out there against one of the best pitchers in the league? Lame ass Hill. Why? Because they did not trust Maeda, or May, or Urias for that matter. Had they gone and gotten a starter with some sort of track record, it may have turned out different. But that is over and done with. Had the beaten DC and then the Cardinals, chances are the Astros beat them again.
We had the Nats beat late. It wasn't starting pitching that lost that game it was the manager misusing his pen.
It looks to me everywhere I go nobody really believes in this team. Even the positive sites have misgivings. One move here, another there, if this if that. I don't know anymore but with each passing day I give a sh*t less. The Yankees, Nationals and Braves are spending money, which guarantees nothing. Houston and Boston are standing in front of the judge awaiting sentencing, which I believe means nothing regarding how good they will be next year. Players win games and no players will be disciplined. But right now I got the Yankees in 4.
The Dodgers are good enough as is to win the West. After that it's another crap shoot. I believe I read somewhere in craps you you have about a 17.5% chance. Roll them bones Andy.
I still think we will do something. Something big seems less likely with each passing week, it's still possible, but in my orbit this Friedman play is a rerun that is getting old. We'll be good, we'll win the West, Roberts will gag, we lose. Add to that bad theater the Rams suck, USC and UCLA are second tier, and I am not a LeBron fan. Not much joy in Mudville. Add to all that Timmons is threatening to sue again. What a wonderful world. Think I'll just go to the beach, get high and watch the surf.
There is an easy solution to the problem, and that is, do not expect anything dramatic, and when nothing happens, you will not be dissapointed. As for the statement Pack made about AF doing nothing over the last 5 years in the winter, well that is totally false. His first winter here he traded Kemp, Gordon, Haren, and a few others away and got Grandal, Barnes, Kike, Rollins, and Kendrick, all who made some contributions to the teams success. Did he get a big name star? No, but he was extremely busy that first offseason. His first draft netted him Buehler, and that was taking a chance seeing he was injured. His first deal actually came in November when he traded Jose Dominguez and Greg Harris to the Rays for Jose Peralta and Adam Liberatore. Over 4 day period in November he got 4 new pitchers for the team, Bolsinger and Nicasio were the other 2. Dec 11th was the Gordon trade, and Kemp was traded on the 18th. Rollins came to LA the next day. At the deadline was the huge trade with Atlanta and Miami. He got Utley in August. In 2015 he made the 3 team trade with the Sox and Reds that brought Thompson, Johnson, and Montas to LA. So although he did not make a big trade he managed to be busy signing a lot of free agents. Other than Dec 2016 and this year he has been very active in procuring players over the winter. His draft team brought you Buehler, Beaty, Rios, Gonsolin, May, Lux, Smith. Not bad.
You call all the players that he got in the off season successful? GIVE ME A BREAK! Just because he was busy does not mean he was getting anyone of note. You are so focused on trying to find something positive with Friedman that you list a bunch of nothings except maybe Buehler. He doesn't get credit for unproven players and washed up players. The jury is still out on Beaty and Smith and Rios, Gonsolin, May and Lux are unproven. I am talking about TOP TIER PLAYERS.
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We will have our last meeting of the semester this week (Friday, 2pm in Oak 338). Sarah Zobel (University of Tuebingen/MIT) will present some recent work on "as"-phrases.
Stump (1985) discusses the behavior of free adjuncts, like the sentence-initial adjuncts in (1). He observes that certain free adjuncts (which he calls "weak") give rise to an ambiguity in case they co-occur with temporal or modal quantifiers (i.e., modals, adverbs of quantification, Gen/Hab), see (1a): the content contributed by a weak adjunct can be understood as relating to the remainder of the sentence causally or as restricting the co-occurring quantifier. Weak adjuncts contrast with so-called "strong" adjuncts, which only allow for the non-restrictive, causal interpretation, see (1b).
(Not possible: If Peter were a passenger of Lufthansa, he would be content.
In this talk, I take a closer look at weak adjunct "as"-phrases (e.g., (1a)) and further investigate their restrictive possibilities. Starting out, I present an analysis of the semantic contribution of "as"-phrases (inspired by Stump 1985 and Jäger 2003), and propose an account for how the restrictive interpretation arises. I then explore the predictions of the account regarding the restrictive potential of "as"-phrases when they co-occur with different types of modals, which connect to previously observed puzzles in the semantics of modals.


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Want a candle that smells like grilled cheese and tomato soup? Campbell has you covered
CAMDEN – The aroma of hot soup wafting through your home on a winter's day doesn't have to come from a bowl.
Now, you can light a candle for the same experience.
Campbell Soup Co. and a California firm have introduced candles that give off the scent of two of the Camden firm's best-known soups.
The $24 products went on sale Wednesday at a website operated by CAMP, a San Francisco firm that describes itself as "The Family Experience Company."
"Make every room smell M'm! M'm! Good!" the website enthuses.
Campbell and CAMP started work on the project about six months ago, said Marci Raible, a marketing executive with the soup company.
"We went through a few trials to really ensure the scent reminds consumers of our soups and feel really proud that we were able to capture the essence of our iconic flavors," said Raible.
A chicken noodle soup candle "features notes of savory chicken, cloves and buttery crackers." she observed.
The other candle is intended to smell like tomato soup and grilled cheese.
Each candle comes with a Winter Warmup Guide with multiple activities for parents and children.
"Part of the reason we chose to partner with CAMP was to reach their young family customers who are looking for new experiences for their children," said Raible, vice president of integrated marketing for Campbell's US Meals & Beverage unit.
The candles burn in containers that resemble another limited-time product — Campbell's stackable snowman soup cans, The seasonal cans debuted in 2020 in conjunction with the soup firm's "Snowbuddy" commerical.
A Snowbuddy miniature is inside each candle, Raible noted.
"As the wax melts, the Snowbuddy will reveal itself for consumers to take and enjoy as a keepsake," she said.
CAMP also is selling the candles at a handful of stores operated by the company in North Jersey, New York, Texas and Connecticut. Ten percent of net proceeds from the candle sales will benefit a nonprofit, Feeding America, the announcement noted.
According to Raible, the promotion's intended to "create an experience that celebrates the magic of winter and Campbell's place in the minds and hearts of Americans on a snowy winter's day."
"We'd never say never, but the candles are currently planned for a limited time run."
At the same time, she said, Campbell will keep looking for "opportunities to celebrate the winter season and create new memories for families for years to come."
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DOMINANT OR DIFFERENT? GENDER ISSUES IN COMPUTER SUPPORTED LEARNING
Cathy Gunn
A significant increase in the use of computer-supported learning (CSL) within schools and universities across the world gives rise to concern about gender-related differences in performance and interaction style in these environments. Research has shown that initial perceptions of CSL environments as democratic and offering equal opportunities to all students were flawed because interactions that take place through electronic channels lose none of the socio-cultural complexity or gender imbalance that exists within society. Much of the recent literature states that women are disadvantaged because of inferior levels of access and technology literacy and dominant male behavior. However, the assumption that difference implies disadvantage is challenged by evidence that variable factors such as professed confidence and apparently dominant interaction styles do not necessarily lead to better educational opportunity and performance. This paper contains a summary of gender-related issues identified by international research and academic practice together with supportive case study examples. The conclusion is that women often perform better than men despite the observable differences in interaction style.
Learning Effectiveness,Gender
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DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.24059/olj.v7i1.1860
Copyright (c) 2019 Cathy Gunn


Yaletown has a very diverse and multicultural stance in the community with people from all ethnicities and cuisine from all regions. The vibe is upscale yet trendy and hip. There are also many different pubs, lounges and wine bars to suit your taste and depending on your mood. Some of the best happy hours and patios are also in Yaletown!


In 2004 the Burlington Township Schools and Burlington Township Police Department worked to begin building relationships. 10 years later, these relationships have flourished and continue despite changes in personnel in each agency. Over the course of the last decade, the Task Force grew to include the Burlington Township Fire District and Endeavor Emergency Squad. The YMCA who runs the district's before and after care were included as part of the overall security plan of the district.
Project Guardian was initiated to be a limited life span project to include facilities upgrades and enhancements. The Emergency Preparedness Task Force is an inter-agency task force to ensure that members of each agency know one another before events happen so each may understand how the other agency will react and the boundaries of each.
It became clear that the next step that should be undertaken was an internal planning and response team called Team Guardian. This team which includes several people and the School Resource Officer work to discuss various security issues facing the district, plan drills and assist in actual events ensuring proper communication between the district and first responders.
Project Guardian is the security enhancement project that will impact every building in the district. This project encompasses the installation of cameras in every building throughout the district. It also calls for the enhancement of our current locking system and will provide a card swipe system for staff, among other important security enhancements. Stay up to date with Project Guardian News.


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Q: Avoid OVER_QUERY_LIMIT with rxjava I see a issue when use Place API with rxjava.
When fetching data so fast, api return "status" : "OVER_QUERY_LIMIT".
And I want repeat to get data with specific delay time to avoid it. How to do it with rxjava operator.
getCompositeDisposable().add(
    getDataManager().getAtmsByBankName(nameSearch, location, radius, apiKey)
    .subscribeOn(getSchedulerProvider().io())
    .observeOn(getSchedulerProvider().ui())
    .subscribe(atmResponse -> {
        if (atmResponse.getStatus().equals("OK")) {
            if (atmResponse.getAtmList() != null) {
                atmListLiveData.setValue(atmResponse.getAtmList());
            }
        }
        Log.e("LOG", "inside onNext");
     }, throwable -> {
         getNavigator().handleError(throwable);
         Log.e("LOG", "inside onError");
     }));

This is log with okhttp3:
D/OkHttp: {
   "error_message" : "You have exceeded your daily request quota for this API.",
   "html_attributions" : [],
   "results" : [],
   "status" : "OVER_QUERY_LIMIT"
}
<-- END HTTP (166-byte body)

I use Retrofit for http.
public Observable<ATMResponse> getAtmsByBankName(String nameSearch, String location, String radius, String apiKey) {
    ApiInterface apiInterface = retrofit.create(ApiInterface.class);
    //return apiInterface.getAtms(nameSearch, location, radius, apiKey);
    return apiInterface.getAtms(nameSearch, location, radius, apiKey);
}

A: You can use the retryWhen() operator to resubscribe to your source when an error occurs. Since the response from your source is a normal item, you have to convert it to an error condition:
.doOnNext( atmResponse -> {if ( !atmResponse.getStatus().equals("OK") ) {
                             throw new IllegalStateException();
                          })

(then add any further tests to make sure you have the right type of error)
Once it becomes an error, you then use retryWhen() to retry:
.retryWhen( throwable -> throwable.flatMap( t -> Observable.timer( 1, TimeUnit.SECONDS ) ) )

retryWhen() will emit the throwable that it caught and determine its response based on the result. If a value is emitted, then it will resubscribe to the source; if onComplete() or onError() are emitted, the subscription will finish normally. Using flatMap() allows you to adjust your reaction based on the type of error.

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Manchester City striker Gabriel Jesus thinks Dani Alves' imminent move to Manchester City is one that will make sense for club and player. The 19 year old plays alongside Alves for the Brazilian national team.
Alves has negotiated a release from his Juventus contract a year early and a move to City is set to be sealed in days. It's a move that will see the 34-year old ex Barca full-back reunited with Pep Guardiola.
"I spoke to him, but he didn't specify what he's going to do," Jesus told Esporte Interativo. "We'll see if it comes to fruition and Dani comes to City.
Alves won 14 trophies in 5 years under Guardiola's stewardship at Barcelona and won Serie A with Juventus last season.


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Azam Butt
Neither party split nor witnesses found, hence notices: Maryam
GUJRANWALA: The Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader Maryam Nawaz on Friday said all the efforts made by the conspirators against former prime minister Nawaz Sharif have failed, as there is neither any split in the party nor witnesses were found in the NAB references, and, as a result, the courts have started issuing contempt notices.
"Has any court summoned [Pervez] Musharraf? Has any court the courage to announce sentence for Imran Khan who is also involved in abusing the courts," she said with reference to the Supreme Court's verdict to award punishment to Nehal Hashmi and issuance of notices to other party leaders – Talal Chaudhry and Daniyal Aziz.
The prisons would to be filled to capacity, but there is no end to Nawaz's loyalists, she remarked, asking how many people would be tried for contempt of court for supporting the PML-N chief. Maryam expressed her surprise that there is a punishment for contempt of court, but not for insulting and abusing the legislature and the elected prime minister. Would those insulting the parliament and the prime minister be ever punished, she asked. "One-sided decisions cannot stop us from serving the country," Maryam said and added Nawaz has a firm belief that two, three or five persons cannot impose their decision on 200 million people. "Previously, we had raised the flag of restoration of judiciary and it is now time for us to raise the flag for restoration of justice," the PML-N leader reaffirmed during her address to a convention of PML-N social media workers.
Maryam told the charged party workers that their ballot was insulted as the leader they had elected has been thrown out of office. The apex court declared a person godfather after he secured millions of votes and people's mandate, she noted. She said no one could minus a person who has been "plus-ed" by the people and added that Nawaz Sharif is the only politician who could stand for civilian supremacy and the rule of law in the country. "No one can minus the person that you do plus. The conspirators should know that the people of Pakistan are the source of the prime minister's strength," said Maryam.
Nawaz – who had made Pakistan an atomic power, laid a network of highways and started the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor – could not be disqualified, she said. The PML-N president is trying to put the country on the right path, while there are certain quarters who have issues with it. "You have to promise me that we will never allow the [public] mandate to be disgraced again," she said.
She said the opponents had thought that the general elections would not be held, but were getting nervous as the date for the Senate polls neared. She said no one could match the key role played by social media in taking Nawaz's message to every home. Earlier, Maryam was warmly welcomed by a charged crowd of PML-N workers, mostly youth, when she reached Gujranwala on her maiden visit to the city.


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I've got another post up over at Group 3 Solutions, this one discussing Joomla video plugins. First plugin up for discussion is EasierTube. The post gives some background on the problem of using video in Joomla posts and provides an overview of EasierTube's features and issues. Enjoy!
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Window condensation is a major issue in colder regions of the world. Windows are a portal to the outer world, but if fogged up they block the beautiful view of our gardens or skylines. This issue also makes the window sweat and makes the window sill wet, leading to old and rusty window frames. There are a few ways you can avoid and remove window condensation without breaking your bank.
A hygrometer is a device that measures the temperature and humidity inside the house. With this gadget, you will be notified whenever the humidity increases so you can open the windows or doors for 5 to 10 minutes to let out the humid air and balance the temperature. Within a few sessions, this problem will be solved.
Even though indoor plants add a lot of life to the space but they might be the reason why there is an increase in humidity inside your house. Plants naturally produce moisture and this can be a major cause of window condensation.
The quality of the windows and the glass also play a major role in the window condensation. If you have good quality glasses used in your windows, your windows are less likely to sweat. There are various kinds of windows available in the market that you can choose from the windows gallery of major window stores.
Renowned Window retailers sell their windows with warranty. If, despite investing in a good quality window, your glass is bleeding you can claim the warranty of the Window. Windows Ottawa is high-quality windows that can be changed if it fails to live up to the claims.
Banish window condensation by following these few easy steps and keep your house looking clean and fresh.


The Single Server Configuration is the easiest of the possible SurfStatsLive configurations. With this configuration the SurfStatsLive Service is installed on the same physical server as the Windows 2000 web server with one or more IIS virtual web servers configured on it. SurfStatsLive will scan the log files associated with each site profile created and update each specific site profile's database with information from the log files.


Before the Clippers and Knicks tipped off, ESPN broke down the shooting habits of Carmelo Anthony. Typically, right-handed shooters prefer to be on the left side of the court because they can take it to the hole with their strong hand. However, as a righty, Melo shoots a far higher percentage from the right side of the court.
Don't worry though, Knicks fans, Melo clearly knows what he's doing. He's one of the league's best shooters in the NBA, ranking 10th in the league among small forwards.
As this SnapCall demonstrates, Carmelo's shooting tendency remained consistent throughout today's game against Los Angeles.
Do your homework and you can shut down Carmelo Anthony AND dominate SnapCall.
SnapCall Sports is free on the App Store.


Housed in the historic Town & Country building in the heart of downtown Liberty, NY. Our shop offers a diverse inventory of antiques, collectibles and decorator items presented by several seasoned buyers who are dedicated to bringing you interesting pieces at comparative prices. You'll find ample municipal parking in the rear, as well as other unique shops and eateries within a short walking distance.
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Samuel Wescott was the tenth Mayor of Jersey City. He succeeded David Stout Manners. Wescott served a single term from May 4, 1857 to May 2, 1858. He was succeeded by Dudley S. Gregory. Wescott served in the New Jersey State Senate from 1860 to 1862.

Wescott incorporated the "Mutual Benefit Life and Insurance Company of the County of Hudson" in 1860. His partners included Dudley S. Gregory, John Van Vorst, Edmund Kingsland, Garret Sip, John M. Cornelison, Hery F. Cox, Peter Bentley, Augustus A. Hardenburgh, and Jonathan D. Miller.

Wescott donated land in Cannelton (now Darlington), Pennsylvania for the construction of St. Rose Catholic Church c. 1861

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Over 8 years of extensive experience in C, C++ on UNIX and Linux platforms.
Experience using in Python, Shell, Bash, Pearl scripting, Kernel debugging and QT - QNX.
Experience in developing C++ services using web services architecture, SOAP, WSDL and XML.
Strong knowledge and experience in Oracle 10g/11g database programming using SQL, PL/SQL, Stored Procedures, functions, triggers and other elements.
Knowledge on SQL server BI tools SSIS, SSRS and software design, code optimization, networking TCP/IP, operating systems.
Strong Knowledge of COM/ATL, VC++ (MFC/WIN32), C#, WPF, WCF, SQL Server.
Good exposure to each of the phases of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), developing projects from stage of concept to full implementation.
Experience in using automated tools like Java, Cucumber test framework for Client/Server, Web and database applications.
Extensive experience in Design, Development and Testing of Embedded Software.
Well versed with Agile, Scrum and Waterfall methodologies.
Strong ability and skills in design, coding, debugging, problem-solving, integration and maintenance.
Used Jira, bugzilla and other project management tools.
Good knowledge on GSM/WI-FI/LTE/UMTS/RADIUS/SIP/RTP protocols.
Experience in designing and developing webpages using HTML and CSS and working with MVC architecture.
Extensive Experience in Multi-Tier Application Development and Knowledge with Design Patterns.
Passionate about Object Oriented Analysis and Design with rich experience in OO based languages like C++, Java, VC++ and scripting languages like Python.
Good working experience with GIT/Github and SVN.
Developing peripheral drivers for ARM Cortex M0 based STM32F0 microcontroller.
Good knowledge in embedded development using QT interface & QNX development area.
Besides being comfortable with Linux, Ruby, Rails, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Ansible, Docker, Kubernetes and AWS I have also skills with Golan, Linux kernel and web application security.
Experience in Cloud Integration process for configuring multiple application programs to share data in the cloud.
Proficient in Test Driven methodology to design, develop & test software modules.
Proficient in using static analysis tools and caught many severe bugs before production release.
Experience of OO design and end-to-end software development. Experience working on Data Structures and implementing mathematical models.
Handled late night production issues.
Protocols: XCP, XCP over CAN, XCP over Ethernet, XCP over USB, TCP/IP, UDP, TCPP2P, UDPP2P, IMAP4, POP3, SMTP, XML and JSON, HTTP, SSL, SIP, VOIP, 3G, 4G, LTE, & UPnP.
Communication Servers: Linux server v5.0, XAMPP server v1.8.1, Communigate Pro v6.0, Microsoft Exchange server 2006.
RDBMS: SQL, SQLite and Oracle Infranet and opcode.
Involve in design and development of mission-critical framework in C++ as a window service which interact with the ET(developed in JAVA) and various devices like printers, smart terminals, TAUs, pin pad, signature pad etc..
Develop the device DLLs for the various devices like smart terminals, pinpad devices, and printers etc. to provide services to device interface using C++.
Involved the migration and re-development of UNIX/C and some C++ code application as well as converting it's Sybase ( DB ) CT-Library API's to an Oracle (DB) OCI Library API processing. Also, the project involved the migrating of this application from a Sun Solaris (UNIX) server environment to a LINUX OS server platform.
Involved in the SDLC which included analysis, enhancements, coding and testing of this back office system.
Developed, coded, debugged, maintained, tested and implemented UNIX/LINUX C and some C++ code elements.
Executed system application builds with GNU Make utility.
Worked with data structures, algorithms, and debugging existing and newer code of server application components.
Worked on converting SQL transaction API's from Sybase CT-LIB to Oracle OCI statements.
Provide on-going DDS CSR training on site for specific claims processes.
Utilized SQL to verify data.
Used Sockets, multithreading, IPC and STL programming throughout the project.
Used Factory, Singleton, Strategy, Adaptor, facade design patterns during the development.
Worked with IRIS, Integrity, VeriFone, Hypercom, IBM and Glory vendor's API to integrate it with RBS.
Created the workflows Using FSD (Functional Specification Documents) and TSD (Technical Specification Documents).
Developed and executed Perl, Python shell scripting programs.
Peer reviews of the Design and Source Code (C, C++, and Shell Scripts).
Develop and Execute the Module Test Cases on Unit and Integration Testing environments.
Support System Testing, Acceptance (UAT) Testing and Production changes. Debugging and Troubleshooting production issues.
Responsible for Development/Enhancement, bug fixing as well as Production Support.
Experience in performance tuning of very complex SQL statements and procedures using show plan.
Involved in build and deployment of microservices with Jenkins.
Involved in writing PL/SQL part depends upon user requirements.
Analyzing, designing and implementing change requests for the C/C++.
Analyzing the Dependencies of Web Sphere Systems on Mq-Series Qmgrs.
Responsible for Administration of Q mgrs in MQ-Series.
Involved in development of a TAM (Teller Admin Module), which is used to configure and maintenance the devices at ET side. Used SOA, JAVA and DB2 for the development.
Demonstrated excellent Leadership skills in coordinating efforts to meet project deadlines.
Previously assisted with the building and maintenance of KPI dashboards for sweepstakes reports.
Developed Firmware/Driver for customized Embedded Devices as determined by client in Industrial Automation .
Experienced in performance tuning of all applications. Monitoring the team's code to ensure adherence to coding standards.
Wrote applications in C++ which capture and process images on the Embedded device in various different environmental conditions to test the optics .
Working in a very small team, with high visibility and greater responsibilities. Providing technological advice to management, to help make decisions.
Experienced in the full software lifecycle. Involved in technical analysis and documentation.Excellent exposure to the financial industry.
Manage all DHL DDS site AR processes, ensuring timely payment.
Environment: C++, Java, XML, HP project and portfolio management Tool (QACC), Web Sphere application server 7.0, IBM Rational Team Concert, Eclipse, Visual Studio 2010, DB2, PL/SQL, UNIX.
Design the sequence diagram of an application using Microsoft Visio to develop application.
Increasing the performance, scalability of MATLAB/Simulink report generation software tools.
Documented the software architecture documentation(SAD) to streamline the maintenance.
Lead Secure Processor software development for future Qualcomm chipsets. Secure Processor is an independent Secure Enclave, capable of running EAL4+ certifiable solutions for biometric, virtual SIM, Payment and Transit applets on a Snapdragon chipset .
Achieved Key Performance Indicators (KPI) targets, as well as application availability objectives, and Service Level Agreements (SLA) .
Used matlab and Python to process images captured by the Embedded device and check the accuracy to the pixel level.
Design and document the release process.
Involving in resolving of issues related to Prism and vztprovisioning Microservices.
Raising tickets for EDI issues and coordinating for troubleshooting them.
Used STL containers, algorithms, various data structures and design patterns in software design like Singleton for db connections & Observer pattern for processing events.
Worked on VX Works RTOS for real time software changes while testing the embedded device on drivers and protocols on communication.
Wrote Oracle stored procedures to compute several metrics like realized/unrealized gain/loss, forex rate effect etc. from historical data taking into account forex rate effect.
Communicate with Dedicated Delivery Services (DDS) and Common Carriers to ensure Chrysler core return procedures are followed.
Used Python scripts for maintenance tasks.
Migrated from SVN for source control to git, local github.
Expertise with modelling tools like Matlab/Simulink, Stateflow. involved designing and implementing a manufacturing specific test application interface and support platform for Pliant's family of telecommunications boards. This support package was written in C, C++, MPC860 assembly and integrated with ISI's PSOS real-time operating.
Worked on different EDI Transactions like 850, 820, 810, 856, and 997.
Worked on integrated and discrete wifi chip sets for Qualcomm.
Debugged and root caused stack corruption using gdb.
Designed, developed and maintained a multithreaded server that received and processed acknowledgement messages from downstream applications regarding event data pushes using C++, STL, multithreading, shell scripting and UNIX.
Participated in the development of a multithreaded publish/subscribe process which consisted of several subscription and push servers using C++, STL, multithreading, shell scripting and UNIX.
Environment: C, C++, Fortran, Design Patterns, Oracle, Python, bash, ksh, Linux, Threads, socket programming, complex SQL queries, stored procedures, SVN, git, github, OOAD, BOOST libraries, gdb, Coverity, Jenkins, FIX protocol, Redis, Rabbit MQ.
Developed C++ coding of Models (IVR Programs) in a 3-layer (Frame work, Attributes, Models) architecture application.
Developed a C++ application by creating a class for each application. Each application uses the functionalities of framework.
Coded business logic in C++, COM and Designed GUI in eVC++, VC++.
Worked with VC++ MFC and WPF programming language in Visual Studio 2010.
Design and Development of GUI application using VC++ MFC.
Used Java Servlets, RESTful, and SOAP for client server communications. And used XML and JSON stream parsers.
Involved in integration of applications and maintained versions using VSS (Visual Source Safe).
Verify code implementation of software requirements through analysis and software testing methods.
Intensive experience in monitoring/tuning SQL Server and database performance using SQL Profiler, Index Tuning Wizard and Windows Performance Monitor.
Categorize system performance as to determine customer chipset yields, calculating pass/failure rates.
Collect sensor data from Arduino, and wrote python scripts to process data through ROS. Build MATLAB/Simulink simulation for control system, and perform circuits debugging.
Wrote Queries and Stored Procedures in SQL 2000.
Development of new modules for UNIX C++ applications.
Optimization and tuning of previous applications.
Migration of databases from SQL Server 2005 to SQL Server 2008.
Created SSIS package to load data from Flat File, Excel and OLEDB to SQL Server 2008 using Lookup, Fuzzy Lookup, Derived Columns, Condition Split, Term Extraction, Aggregate, Pivot Transformation, and Slowly Changing Dimension.
Optimization of applications and algorithms performance.
Communicating and collaborating effectively with the expense management team to reach KPI goals.
Well versed in Object Oriented Programming (OOPS) and implementation.
Used IAR and Visual GDB for development and testing on embedded device.
Excellent understanding of related customer/channel partner business processes and information flow for both SAP and EDI communications.
Experience in virtualization technologies such as VMWare ESXi, Virtual Box and Docker(Swarm and Kubernetes).
Developed 802.11 firmware features for Qualcomm's wifi chipsets.
Deployed the system using ODBC with network configuration.
Very strong experience writing API's/ and Web Services in PHP and in python.
Experience in developing middleware components for software in C/C++ using STL, multi-threading, data structures, IPC (TCP/IP socket programming), SNMP and design patterns.
Work with DDS consumers in the coordination of fundraising, assists general public with DDS services, well versed in the CGS requirements governing DDS consumers, Assists with Abuse & Neglect .
Building, testing and validating board-level electronics for embedded devices (e.g., wearable devices, hub devices, and associated electronic displays) .
Developed views and templates with Python and Django's view controller and template language to create a user-friendly website interface.
Building Trading Partnership into EDI environment by setting up trading profiles and EDI transactions.
Have good exposure in using the third-party libraries like QT, Boost, RSA BSafe, WEBM, WSMAN etc and integrate them in to the application.
GUI development using cross platform tool like Qt and exposure to Linux system programming.
Responsible for implementing new EDI transactions and moving into production environment.
Developed HTML reports using HTML, CSS, JQuery, and QTwebkit.
Tested LED drivers and electronic ballasts to stated standards (e.g., voltage, temperature, switching, etc.) and determined above-standard tolerance limits to differentiate Philips products in the market.
Designed a sensor that uses SPI , I2C and USB communication protocol and wrote the firmware for it.


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I headed down the dirt path in my sneakers in the crisp morning air, hoping I'd have the trail to myself, but I saw Rosemary up ahead.
She was short and squat, and her big navy blue puffy coat made her look heavier than she was. With her round face and bouncy black curls, she looked like a chubby doll. Until she opened her mouth.
"I left you three messages yesterday," she said. Her voice was shrill and demanding and loud, and I wondered for the umpteenth time if she was hard of hearing. Maybe fluid in her ears. I didn't like her, and she was the main reason why I'd arrived early, so I could walk alone for once and listen to what I wanted to.
"I was busy," I said.
Rosemary had a band-aid on her chin. I knew she was dying for me to ask about it, but I didn't want to, though I'd lived long enough to know we are rarely in control of the stories that are flung at us. I thought about the miniature tape recorder in my purse, the cassette tape with the voice I really wanted to hear, but instead, I was walking with Rosemary who was blustering about the check-out clerk at Al's Pharmacy overcharging her for hand lotion.
"You got to check your receipts," she said. "That's what my dear Al always told me, and you know, he's right."
"I have better things to do," I said.
She huffed something about money and how some people in the world had to watch their nickels and dimes.
I picked up my pace, hoping her stubby legs couldn't keep up. It didn't take long for her to fall behind me, and I could commune with the Douglas fir, the hemlock. The sun was warming up the land, making it smoke. I put in my ear buds, reached into my pocket, pressed play and there was the voice of my late husband, as if he was walking right beside me. Last night, I happened to end the tape right at the point where he was going on and on about risk/return, how every decision, no matter how big or small, involved a risk and the best way to evaluate what to do was to think about the return. "What's the cost? Does it take skin off your back or not?" he was telling me. At the end of his life, he had a lot to say about everything, and at times, when he was taping himself, it felt like he was giving a lecture to hundreds of people. He never got the audience he deserved or needed. I'd never tell him this, but I wasn't listening to what he was saying. It just wasn't that interesting. I was feeling his rich deep voice vibrate my skull, like a bass guitar player.
I walked another fifteen yards, then turned it off. I knew what he was going to say next, and frankly, I didn't want to hear it again. He sometimes got snippy at me, rubbing my face in all my flaws. Not that I blamed him. He was in a lot of pain at the end, and who was I to judge.
I heard Rosemary breathing heavily behind me. She'd lost her husband five years ago and still stumbled around like her heart had been torn out of her. I think that's what I disliked the most about her. Five hellish years!
"I don't know if I can make it to the end this time," she called out. It was two miles out, two back.
Right after Rosemary's husband died, she had started coming to the pool, swimming in the lane next to mine. I'd said to my husband, "The woman is always complaining about something." I vowed to learn to flip turn so I didn't have to hold onto the edge and risk having Rosemary start in again.
Norman had looked at me like I had a smear of jam on my face. "And you don't? Who are you going to complain to when I'm gone?"
I stood there on the path, the wind blowing my hair around, like it was trying to pick a fight. I pushed play for a second, but then I turned it off. Rosemary was pumping her arms, her face was red, sweaty.
"All right," I said, as she came up beside me. "Why the hell do you have a band-aid on your chin?"
A small smile came to her eye, and I braced myself for what was coming.
Nina Schuyler is the author of The Translator, which won the 2014 Next Generation Indie Award for General Fiction and was shortlisted for the Saroyan International Writing Award. Her first novel, The Painting, was nominated for the Northern California Book Award and named a Best Book by the San Francisco Chronicle. Her short stories have been published in ZYZZYVA, Your Impossible Voice, Fugue, Santa Clara Review and elsewhere. She writes a column for Fiction Advocate about style and teaches creative writing at the University of San Francisco.


A new concept in home design known as visitability is a growing trend nationwide. The term refers to a home being designed in such a way that it can be lived in or visited by people who have mobility issues or use wheelchairs or walkers. While this concept is well-suited to our aging population, what steps can you implement in your home today to prepare for an upcoming visit?
Statistics show that falls are the leading cause of fatal injury and the most common cause of non-fatal trauma-related hospital admissions among older adults. Two thirds of those who fall will do so again within six months. Fall prevention is critical. Below you will find tips to enjoy a comfortable and safe visit.
Additional safety measures should be considered if a guest is staying long term or permanently moving in. Call an expert to come to your home to perform an accessibility assessment, provide ideas, and give you estimated costs for making your home accessible, safe, and comfortable.
Converting an existing tub to a walk in shower with an affordable tub cut-out.
Many options exist for home accessibility and comfort. Advance preparation can go a long way to making an older relative comfortable in your home. Innovative products are available quickly and affordably to ensure a wonderful and safe holiday for all!


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Magic Tree House #47: Abe Lincoln At Last
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Are you ready for a presidential adventure? Jack and Annie are! They are whisked back to Washington, D.C., in 1861. Jack can't wait to meet Abraham Lincoln himself! But the new president is too busy to see them, as he is desperately trying to save a nation in crisis. It's a race against time as Jack and Annie try to aid a president and a troubled nation!


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Innovation Economy: Should We Make Non-Compete Agreements Illegal in Masssachusetts?
As a current job seeker and someone who has had to sign them, I think they should be done away with. While it hasn't prevented me from taking a job - yet, it could be only a matter of time.
Unfortunately, one doesn't get to see the non-compete / non-disclosure agreement until after the interviewing process is completed and an offer comes through (usually). Why waste everyone's time if there's going to be something in the non-compete preventing employment? In this day and age, there's too little loyalty from the employers/companies towards their employees. Why should we (the employee or job seeker) be expected to sign our lively hoods away?
Further more, many of the non-compete / non-disclosure agreements have intellectual property clauses in them which go over the line. If one wants to supplement their income by taking a freelance job here and there, why does the full-time employer have any right to what one does after hours, away from the job? Or have we become a society where there is no down time?


This super creamy, highly pigmented stick is the ultimate multi-tasker. With a medium-buildable coverage they can be used to create a flawless base, highlight or contour. This dark shade is ideal for contouring.