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Right now nothing makes sense. There is a relentless and constant battle between my head and my heart, and I hate how misguided my heart seems to be. For many years there has been a gnashing of teeth when it comes to the battle of love between my head and my heart. Why I have loved the people I have loved so much I will never understand. How I continue to allow it to hurt me is beyond comprehension. Hating him hurts me. Loving him hurts me. And standing in the middle is crippling me. I literally gave away every single piece of me and I'm now realizing how hard it is not only to get those pieces back, but also to somehow try to figure out how to put them back together-but differently this time because the previous organization of the pieces clearly didn't work. I hate that my already sick heart is now so incredibly busted I don't know if I'll ever be able to trust it.
One reason this season of life is so hard is that it's not happening because of a lack of love; it's happening because of an over abundance of love. A love that started one-sided and unhealthy and just continued to twist and spiral itself down into the ground. A love that has killed me from the beginning and still is. I've chased a mirage for many years and I am now faced with a choice: keep running knowing I will likely die chasing something that can't be caught, or accept the reality of what it is and stop running.
Love isn't suppose to hurt this much. It's amazing how despite all the damage and all the pain, all the lies, sleepless nights, broken promises, and shattered dreams, when the mirage shows back up, my heart instantly and instinctively wants to chase after it. My head screams, "You're an idiot!!!" and my heart says, "Shut up!" I keep wanting to believe that someday, with enough running, enough effort, enough energy, enough love and desire, the mirage will become a tangible reality. Somehow, I will be able to catch the uncatchable. To make the dream come true. To fit the square peg into the round hole simply because I want it to fit; and I deserve to get what I want, right?
But what I really want is healthy love. Love that doesn't hurt. Love that doesn't cause my heart to fall out of my chest and onto the floor in front of me. Love that doesn't squeeze my insides and make me feel like I'm suffocating. Love that edifies me. Love that sees me. Love that knows me, accepts me, holds me and doesn't use me. Love that doesn't need, but wants. Love that doesn't require pieces of myself to be shaved off in order for it to fit.
I have desperately wanted something I never had for years, but I am finally accepting the fact that staying in something simply because you've convinced yourself that someday your love will be enough and it won't always hurt so much is a set up. It's not even fair or right to love someone for who you want them to be. That's not how healthy love works. Wanting something doesn't make it possible.
You know the saying, "Want in one hand, sh*t in the other and see which one fills up faster." Sometimes it's the poop hand that fills up faster than you can dump it. Believing that your desire for something is enough to make it happen is a set up for failure, pain and disappointment.
Things have happened to my heart that I may never be able to fully explain or understand. There's more layers to this season of life and it's consequences than I can even fathom. As soon as I begin thinking I have healed through some of them, new layers are found and I feel swallowed whole. Right now, the sadness I feel is not just because of the loss of a relationship I had; It's sadness about the loss of a relationship I never had. I'm grieving the loss of a dream. I'm grieving the final failure of my backwards looped attempt at redemption. The wall of reality has finally been hit and it's a colder, harder wall than I expected. I went into the relationship a bag full of broken pieces. Then one by one I put my broken pieces into his bag of broken pieces hoping somehow we'd heal each other. Now, realizing I'm in fact not God and I don't have that kind of power or influence, I'm left with nothing but my empty bag.
I thought I needed to figure out how to get those pieces back; but maybe I'm supposed to finally let them all go.
Maybe instead of taking back my broken pieces, God has given me the opportunity to be filled and rebuilt with new pieces. Rather than continuing to try to restore myself with the old familiar busted bag of broken fragments, God just might be calling me to let it all go. He might be encouraging me, and even insisting, that I give Him the bag and the broken pieces and allow Him to do what He wants with them and to rebuild me.
Redemption is a painful but beautiful process. I feel every jagged edge of every broken piece and the extreme emptiness of my now vacant bag. That emptiness feels surprisingly heavy. Too heavy. My bleeding heart can't carry it all, and my frustrated head is tired of trying.
The time has come to let it go.
I have learned that we do the things we do because at the time, it's all we know to do. We run to old things for comfort even when they are killing us just because at least that form of death is familiar. God is calling me out of that familiar death and into an unfamiliar, even uncomfortable life. An abundant, beautiful life.
I've never allowed myself the gift of sitting in this place of simultaneously feeling everything and feeling nothing. I've always filled the empty bag with the same broken, painful, stabbing pieces because it's who I thought I was. Those jagged edges have changed me, and I am no longer the same person I was. Those pieces no longer fit.
I still don't know who the hell I am, but I know it's time for new pieces, and I know God is the only one who knows what they are. While I hate this place, I'm grateful for it because pushing through this pain is strengthening me beyond anything I think I can even understand right now.
I am going to sit in the deafening quiet of this painful, beautiful place and force myself to allow God to do what He needs to do with it all. I am going to ask God to keep me in this discomfort until I stop fighting it and am able to walk away from it whole, healed, refreshed and redeemed. I am going to open my clenched fists; lift up my frail, tired arms; and hand God my bruised, bleeding, misguided heart trusting that He will hold me until He can set me free, completely mended and reconciled to Him through His perfect love; the only true and perfect love there is.
Beautiful. Just beautiful. I understand so much of this..grieving what could have been is almost worse than grieving what you had. Let God do His thing..I'm starting to figure out who I am, and when I was in your spot on the timeline I thought it would never get any better. Your boys are so lucky. Call me anytime you want to talk!
God gave us free will to make our own choices. You are making choices every minute of every day. Choose different if you are not happy. You have the power to choose differently every minute. Have no fear. God wants you to be happy, but you have to choose to be. I think people need to love themselves more. We can't expect others to love us if we can't love and respect ourselves. I wish you strength and clarity.
I agree with that and that is why I am making different choices now because I finally do love myself enough to choose things that add to me rather than take away from me. It's still a process and I have a long way to go but at least I am moving in the right direction finally. Thank you for your comment.
It takes a lot of strength to share your heartache here, but it's clear that here is where you'll likely find some healing too.
The grieving is tough, untethering from the dream is gut-wrenching, but it's also healing. Sometimes things have to get worse before they can get better.
Be brave when you feel like being brave, and fall apart when you need to fall apart. But keep up the work–the working on moving out of where you are and toward the place you want and need to be is going to be worth all that effort.
Thank you so much for this. I agree…this is the place that I a ,finding healing. it's not easy but it's such a blessing inside the pain. There is beauty on the broken pieces and God is rebuilding me,into who I am,suppose to be, the woman I never believed I was. Thank you for the encouragement.
I like that a lot….Thank you for sharing that!
I enjoyed this piece, though it saddened me to read your words. You are so brave and so strong to have come to the realization that you need to do what is best for you! I hope you see happier times in the future!
That means a lot… Thank you so much for your sweet words!
I have a hard time liking this, because I can literally feel your pain through your words. But, this was so beautifully written. You have a gift for turning a painful situation into something beautiful.
Oh my this is such a tough thing to go through. I went through a divorce 10 years ago and I remember feeling much of what you write about. Although I was not a Christian at the time, and the loneliness was so painful. I am so thankful that you have our Amazing comforting God by your side through this.
Aw wow that means so much to me! Thank you! I do hope it gives others insight and hope, so I'm glad it was meaningful to you!
Wow… You have put into words where I was a decade ago when my life as I knew it feel apart. "A Mirage"…an excellent description for a marriage of deception. Thanks for sharing.


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First off, I love Etsy. I love having a shop there, I love the community surrounding it. I get it. But apparently some people do not.
I mean, what is it about the internet that gives people the right to criticize, complain and be a general jerk?
I guess since my shop has grown and I've had some success, people feel like they should be able to get something for nothing or just feel free to express their opinion and think it matters. Well, to a point they are right- they do have the freedom to convo me virtually anonymously and tell me this or that. They're entitled to their opinion and all, but to actually believe that I care about it is another story entirely!
Yesterday I had the amazing luck to score a mint condition Cathrineholm fondue pot and all the accessories at a yard sale. You all are very knowledgeable about these things, most likely, so probably wouldn't bat an eye when I put it in my shop for $125. In fact, I did my research- I couldn't find another like it on ebay, and there was only one other (in not as good condition) on Etsy for $150. It think it's a fair price, and I am always willing to negotiate a bit, so I leave room for that. Additionally, I have a standing coupon code (PIT20OFF) of 20% off to all returning customers and blog/Twitter/facebook followers. You guys could buy it for $100, or even a little less and still get a great deal.
And this lady, who has a shop with nothing but frilly country kitsch, has the gall to convo me and complain that I'm "overpriced three-fold!" I'm sorry, I'm still laughing...what was that about? Do me a favor and stick to what you know, lady. This ain't your average thrift store fondue pot from Kmart.
The other week, I had someone convo me about an item I have listed. He has zero feedback; just registered that day- you know where this is going. He wanted to ask if I was negotiable on an item I have listed for $99. Of course, I replied; "What are you thinking on it?"
His response- "How low would you go?"
Dude- I can see right now you think you're going to get this for like $10- no chance. But I play along and say, "My bottom dollar would be $65" That's 1/3, off- not a bad deal for just asking. But I bet you're not surprised when I never heard back from him.
And I'm sure those of you on Etsy have all had those buyers that ask for a special price, have you create a reserved listing for them and never follow through on the purchase. Man, I wish there was a way you could leave feedback for that kind of non-buyer, don't you?
Another thing that I dislike is when another seller comes to you and says- "I don't have any money, but would you be willing to trade that dress for something in my shop?" This has happened to me on at least three occasions recently and, while I am definitely not opposed to the idea of trading, I usually never find anything in their shop that I want, or that fits. How do you politely say, 'I don't like anything in your shop- 80s dresses/quilts/scrapbooking supplies/etc. are not my thing?' LOL I usually just don't reply back and they must think I'm a jerk (so maybe I am?) At least if you're suggesting a trade, have a similar shop to mine- obviously that is what I like!
I dunno- not exactly a win-win for everyone.
Well, thanks for letting me get some of that off my chest- leave me a comment and feel free to share your strange Etsy (or ebay) selling, or shopping experiences!
You know, I have never even considered trying to get a lower price on something on Etsy. If I don't like the price on an item, I pass it by. I have been frustrated this past week with a seller on there through. They are supposed to be making a custom vinyl decal for me, but they have stopped communicating with me. Thankfully, I haven't paid them anything yet!
I had an Etsy shop but I just don't like the hassle of packing and mailing stuff. At that time I was selling glass so now that I'm doing costume jewelry it might be the right time to reopen. I didn't even know you could try to haggle with sellers on Etsy--I do it all the time with eBay sellers, though, even without the Make An Offer option. Doesn't hurt to ask. And I agree--if you don't like the price, pass it by. Obviously the country kitsch lady has nothing better to do with her time (since I can't imagine she's selling anything!) so she runs around the internet telling people their stuff is overpriced! By the way, I adore the fondue pot!
I know exactly where you're coming from. I ran an animal feed store for almost ten years and had the same thing happen on almost a daily basis. The new customers would always be like "If I buy 20 bales of hay can I have it for X amount?" Usually X amount was over 50% off. I always refused. My cost was way higher then my profit. People seem to think that because you have a store that you're racking in the dough not the case in most stores. Like you said, people can go elsewhere if they don't like the price.
Wow. This is all very surprising to me. However, I have had similar interactions with people about items on Craigslist. In fact just today someone asked how low I would go on an item. What? What happened to offering an amount and then bargaining?
We occasionally get snarky remarks too...from people who know nothing about mid-century furniture. We thoroughly research each piece and find out what similar items are going for nationwide. Then we price ours lower. Knowledgeable customers realize that.
Admittedly, we don't offer thrift store prices. We get to estate sales at 2 a.m., scour the thrifts, sit for hours on hard auction house chairs, shell out for cross-country shipping, spend hundreds for professional restoration and pay high store overhead...all so our customers don't have to do any of that.
We're in business to make a reasonable profit, so we're not going to come way off our asking price, but we're usually willing to do some bargaining. However, the person who has just made a rude comment is never going to get a deal.
And you're right. $125 is a very fair price for that Cathrineholm fondue pot! Miss Country Kitsch should tend to her own store and let you tend to yours.
I've had people try to talk me down in price and also, want to trade. I never go down in price because I price my stuff pretty darned low to start with and with the trading person, I really didn't see anything so I just told them I'd watch their shop and let them know if I ever did.
My story is about these amazing Asian prints that I had. The kind of thing that you want to keep but sell because you know that someone would appreciate them more. I sold them and then the person left me horrible feedback about how they looked like something that "you could get in a thrift store for fifty cents". I mean, they looked in person just like they did in pictures. There were no surprises. I guess that's my complaint - when people have issues but don't email you to even TRY to work it out. They just leave crappy feedback.
I am defiantly right there with you with all the Etsy BS. I am currently having mixed feelings about leaving and just selling from my own blog. I get convo's all the time people wanting to buy and have me make things and I write them telling them absolutely and then I hear nothing else from them. I even made three signs for a lady who she seemed very interested we had talked back and forth for a couple weeks. I finished the signs emailed her and i haven't heard from since that has been over a month! I am just very frustrated and unsure what to do. I know a lot of people of success with etsy but not me so far.
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The holidays are here, with their lights and presents and getting together with friends. But don't let disaster wreck your season.
Practice fire safety. If you use candles for decoration, don't leave them unattended or put them close to anything flammable. Unplug outdoor lights when you are not home, and don't leave your tree lit unless you are nearby.
Be careful about drinking and driving. The combination of winter weather, busy roads and lots of people celebrating can be lethal. Don't drink and drive, and don't drive when you are tired or distracted.
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As the coronavirus pandemic forces all but key workers indoors, professionals across the UK are facing up to a new (if only temporary) normal: remote work. Many have occasionally worked from home in the past, of course, although some gleefully fulfilled the homeworking cliche - wake up late, answer a few emails to the soundtrack of This Morning, then dial in to a work call, safe in the knowledge no one can see you've not showered. For full-time remote workers, however, working from home is no time to slack off. It's a serious business.
In this article, you'll learn what remote work is and how to find it. You'll also discover the different types of remote work, as well as the advantages and disadvantages for both employers and employees. So, if you're sitting comfortably...
What is remote work?
Remote work is easy to define. It's work that's done outside of a physical office. It's also known as working from home or telecommuting. The point of remote work is that people can achieve all their usual, daily tasks, without needing to commute to an office each day. Various levels of remote employment exist, yet each boasts the benefit of flexibility. People that make remote work work may tell you it's improved both their professional and personal life.
Types of remote work
There are a few versions of remote work. These are:
Fully remote job
Flexible job
Fully remote employees work full-time, for a company that has a traditional office. The only difference? They work wherever they like - whether at home, a coworking space, coffee shop, or even the park. With this being an otherwise 'normal' job, fully remote workers have a salary just like everyone else, and a path towards career advancement. Fully remote employees also receive the same benefits and rights as on-site employees.
Sole remote workers are pretty rare, so the company itself likely has many - with a structure that supports remote employment. This helps maintain high levels of communication and maximise productivity. Depending on the role, fully remote staff can live anywhere in the country, and sometimes the world. Here are some popular careers that can be done fully remotely:
Copywriting and copy editing
Web or graphic design
Virtual assistance
Related: Work From Home Jobs That Pay Well
This type of remote job affords some flexibility with schedule, location or both. Normally, a flexible job is a regular in-office position that allows staff to work from home at least once a week. Since 2014, all UK employees have had the legal right to request flexible working - so long as they've been at the company more than 26-weeks. Organisations can grant or deny this based on whether job tasks can be performed remotely, and the advantages and disadvantages of losing the staff member from the office.
Certain flexible jobs work in the opposite way - allowing employees to work remotely most of the time, but with weekly, in-person meetings. In this case, employees must usually live within a reasonable distance of the company office.
Fields that commonly offer flexible jobs include:
A freelancer is, effectively, a remote entrepreneur. They complete work and projects for several clients, often simultaneously. Terms, fees and deadlines are agreed with each client, and while freelancers are answerable to the companies they work for, they're their own boss. Some freelancers do their work on top of a regular full- or part-time day job, whether as part of a passion project, side gig or to boost their overall income. Fields where freelance work is most common include:
Advantages of remote work
Let's get the obvious out of the way. As you read this, the country - indeed, much of the world - is in lockdown. To fight the spread of COVID-19, it's vital we stay at home. As such, any job that could conceivably be done remotely, now should be. If you're in a role that allows you to do this, be thankful, you're among the lucky ones (many - who either lost their job, or saw their whole industry disappear overnight - weren't so fortunate). Right now, the single greatest strength of remote work is that it's helped so many people keep their job.
Beyond that, there are heaps of remote work benefits for employees and employers alike. Here are the main advantages:
Flexible lifestyle: The most common reason people seek a remote job is the flexibility it provides. Fully remote employees often get to set their own schedule around general business hours, while freelancers can work whenever they want to. For parents, people with side hustles or those in higher education, remote jobs promise improved work-life balance. With the power to control how and when they work, many remote workers have greater autonomy over the rest of their lives.
Better health: Remote employees can be less stressed and more enthusiastic about their jobs than their in-office counterparts. Why? This style of work allows people to work as they see fit - in relative comfort, and without the time-wasting, expense and chaos of commuting. While there are obvious risks - e.g. working without a team around you can breed loneliness, and no commute can mean zero exercise - seasoned remote workers use the time saved to exercise, make home-cooked food (another cash saving) and see friends.
Renewed passion: A greater sense of control can bolster motivation, and remote employees often feel more inspired to complete work when outside of the office. Without rolling noise, perpetual meetings and distracting colleagues, many unlock the sort of focus they never knew they had.
Higher productivity: The outdated stereotypes about working from home are just that - outdated stereotypes. Smart employers love remote work as it's known to improve productivity. Notable exceptions aside, empowered employees put in more effort - completing their work more efficiently. Besides, any worker that blows their chance to work remotely can always be hauled back in-office.
Cost savings: For firms that hire a completely or even partially remote team, overheads are lower - from office furniture, equipment and rent right down to minor (but actually quite costly) expenses like pens, printer paper, toner and ink.
Engaged employees: Beyond higher efficiency and lower cost, remote workers are generally happier. This, in turn, makes for greater employee retention. The longer employees stay, the more connected and loyal the entire team will be - even if they mostly communicate via Slack and Zoom.
Disadvantages of remote work
Like all working conditions, remote work does come with its own, unique set of challenges. Here are the most common ones, plus tips for how to overcome them:
Isolation: One disadvantage of working away from a team is feeling alone. Moving from a busy office environment to the solitude of your own home can make your days (and week and months) blend into one. Working in a coffee shop or co-working spaces is a great way to feel more sociable, as you're able to harness the collective power of people without being distracted - as their work is wholly separate to yours.
Requires self-motivation: With no one around to check on you, working remotely requires a focused, self-starting attitude. If you find yourself falling into the cliched traps, or if your output dips below what you'd get done in an office, test out some new environments - to limit distraction and jumpstart your productivity.
Non-immediate access to team: Because remote work has a flexible schedule, the people you need to contact may not always be available. What if you have an urgent question, but the person you need to ask has signed off Slack for the day? In these circumstances, don't fret. Ask yourself whether the query is genuinely time sensitive and, if it is, consider who the next-best person to ask would be. Long term, remember that forward planning helps reduce unexpected needs.
Potential increase in distractions: While distractions are everywhere in the office, it's possible that remote employees experience even more, for the simple fact they're surrounded by all their own stuff. Depending on the employee's home life, they might have to put in a full day's work while also navigating their partner, kids and pets, not to mention the seductive glow of the fridge and TV.
Lack of community: Working together in the same space provides community and the opportunity to connect with each other. Because remote work tends to be isolating, there can be a lack of team bonding. To combat this, remote companies use teleconferencing, online chat and other tools daily, to maintain an engaged, social community.
Less reliability or accountability: Less supervision means less oversight. An employee's reliability and accountability for work, therefore, may not be as high as an in-office position - leaving bosses to take staff at their word, or second guess every action. Utilising weekly performance measures and incentives may keep a handle on this, as there is both carrot and stick to ensure workers stay motivated and on track.
How to find remote work
Be in no doubt, COVID-19 has shocked the working world. But that's not to say finding a remote career is impossible. Far from it. Here are some easy ways to discover your next remote job opportunity:
1. Search remote-specific job boards
Many job sites exist now that only post remote and flexible jobs. You can search by:
Work schedule, (part-time, full-time)
Remote work level (full-time, flexible, freelance)
2. Search job boards for remote opportunities
On Indeed, use keywords like work from home, remote and telecommute to find remote and flexible jobs. Some job boards may also have special search functions built in.
3. Ask your current employer
If you're in a job already, and want to enquire about flexible working in your current position, just ask. As noted above, it's your legal right to request it. Also, until we overcome COVID-19, there's no reason you should have to work on-site unless absolutely necessary.
We are, right now, living through a mass, remote work experiment. As countless businesses around the country and world suddenly adapt to doing their work from home, the future could look very different. Long term, remote work may be not just more common among businesses, but the new normal.
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Credit unions rely on Symitar's connectivity and digital nimbleness to propel future business efforts
MONETT, Mo., May 2, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Jack Henry & Associates, Inc.® (NASDAQ: JKHY) is a leading provider of technology solutions and payment processing services primarily for the financial services industry. Its Symitar® division today announced that Red Canoe Credit Union and Endurance Federal Credit Union have selected the Episys® platform to deliver a modern member experience.
Both credit unions will run Episys in an outsourced environment, relying on Symitar to deliver their core in a safe and secure way, and benefitting from the same configurability and flexibility all Episys credit unions enjoy.
Longview, Wash.-based Red Canoe is expanding its focus to reach a broader Pacific Northwest community and required a core partner that would support its growth. The credit union found Symitar offered the right blend of a good reputation, clear strategic vision, and progressive technology solutions deserving of a long-term commitment. With Episys, Red Canoe can customize its core and easily connect with third-party solutions while gaining new efficiencies in serving its members. Specifically, the credit union chose Symitar's Episys for providing the most consistent approach to design, offering the best user interaction and experience across multiple functions.
Jeff Haverlack, chief information officer at Red Canoe, said, "We have an innate trust in Symitar to take us in the right direction while delivering the solutions our staff and members need most. Through Episys' open infrastructure, we will be able to leverage our third-party relationships to provide more expertise and value within our channels. We needed a tech partner to surpass our efforts, not just blaze the trail, and Symitar will offer us the tools to expand into new markets with confidence."
He added, "We are continually impressed by the collaboration of Symitar's user community. An engaged and sharing community is, perhaps, the best indicator of system confidence and performance, and we're very much looking forward to being part of it."
Duncan, Okla.-based Endurance FCU recently rebranded and wanted to implement new technology to achieve total integration across all systems. The openness of Episys will enable the credit union to update its digital experience and streamline various processes, providing front-end efficiencies to members. At the same time, Endurance FCU will achieve greater access to data as a result of Episys' seamless integration with third parties. The credit union will have a more holistic view of members and their needs and will be able to better identify areas of growth and increase loyalty across its membership.
Chris Bower, president and CEO at Endurance FCU, said, "Symitar gives us the best platform to take our credit union in the direction we want to go. We are growing our existing Jack Henry relationship with bill pay to now encompass core and other digital solutions, knowing that Episys can evolve with our members' banking preferences and integrate with the products and services they need. Aligning with Symitar and its suite of technology provides us with more credibility in the market, being backed by a strong partner that can deliver on the expectations of the modern member."
Ted Bilke, vice president of Jack Henry & Associates and president of Symitar, commented, "Episys provides credit unions of any size the flexible, dependable technology they require to meet modern membership demands and remain competitive. Both credit unions are strategically growing their member base and value Symitar's commitment to support that objective through openness and innovation."
About Symitar
Symitar, a division of Jack Henry & Associates, Inc.®, is the leading provider of integrated computer systems for credit unions of all sizes. Symitar has been selected as the primary technology partner by more than 800 credit unions, serving as a single source for integrated, enterprise-wide automation and as a single point of contact and support. Additional information is available at www.symitar.com.
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Bruce Churchill Murray (Nova Iorque,  — Oceanside, ) foi um professor emérito de ciência planetária e geólogo do Instituto de Tecnologia da Califórnia. Foi também o diretor do Laboratório de Propulsão a Jato da NASA de 1 de abril de 1976 até 30 de junho de 1982. Foi também um dos co-fundadores da Sociedade Planetária.

Biografia

Ele recebeu seu Ph.D. em geologia pelo MIT em 1955 e logo foi contratado pela Chevron da Califórnia, depois trabalhou para a Força Aérea dos Estados Unidos e por fim, arranjou um trabalho civil após ingressar no Instituto de Tecnologia da Califórnia em 1960. Ele se tornou um professor associado em 1963, e mais tarde, um professor integral em 1969, vindo a se tornar professor emérito em 2001.

Com Carl Sagan e Louis Friedman, Murray fundou a ONG Sociedade Planetária. Ele também serviu a mesma sendo presidente por um mandato.

Murray era casado com Suzanne Moss, e teve cinco filhos. Morreu na sua casa, em Oceanside, a 29 de agosto de 2013, de complicações da doença de Alzheimer, com 81 anos.

Prêmios e homenagens
Murray foi premiado com o Carl Sagan Memorial Award em 1997, sendo o primeiro a ganhar tal prêmio.
Em 2004, foi premiado com o Telluride Tech Festival Award of Technology na cidade de Telluride, no estado americano do Colorado.

O asteroide 4957 Brucemurray foi nomeado em sua homenagem.

Ligações externas
Mídia relativa a Bruce C. Murray no Wikimedia Commons
Sua página sobre no JPL
Página pessoal de Murray
Anotações da entrevista com Murray sobre os primeiros trinta anos da exploração espacial, ocorrida em 20 de agosto de 1989.

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Q: How does nodejs crypto method chaining work? What do each of the method chained calls in following example code do?:
var crypto = require('crypto');

const secret = 'abcdefg';
const hash = crypto.createHmac('sha256', secret)
       .update('I love cupcakes')
       .digest('base64');
console.log(hash);

// Prints:
// wPobwAUxvXjvOMYoRJxRAq6r1Jtdw6KlFupuqVnWZY4=

I'm trying to do similarly in Swift and not able to get the final hash.
What I thought it was doing was the following:
1) crypto.createHmac('sha256', secret) //initialize the crypto object
2) .update('I love cupcakes') // sha256 hash 'I love cupcakes' with the secret key
3) digest('base64') //base 64 encode the result from 2
However this is not the case as doing those operations at the command line give a different result.
Can anyone help?

A: var crypto = require('crypto');

const secret = 'abcdefg';
const hash = crypto.createHmac('sha256', secret)
   .update('I love cupcakes')
   .digest('base64');
console.log(hash);

// Prints:
// wPobwAUxvXjvOMYoRJxRAq6r1Jtdw6KlFupuqVnWZY4=

*

*crypto.createHmac('sha256', secret) - Self explanatory initializes a crypto hmac object.

*.update('I love cupcakes') - The second missing argument is the encoding of the data you are passing in to be hashed, since it is left out it is forced to utf-8 string, you could pass in a buffer and specify the encoding, or a typed array and specify the encoding, etc.  The update method can be called multiple times to add additional strings, buffers, etc onto the end of the data being passed in that way if you are receiving chunks of data you can pass them in as they arrive.

*digest('base64') - this is the final call after you digest you are essentially saying I am done adding data to this hash and compute the results in the base64 format, you could also pass in other formats to return the hash in.  An important thing to remember is that once you call digest the hash is done no more data can be added and you would need to create a new hmac variable to create another hmac, even if using the same parameters.
ex.
const crypto = require('crypto');

const secret = 'abcdefg';
const hash = crypto.createHmac('sha256', secret);
hash.update('I ', 'utf8');
hash.update('love ', 'utf8');
hash.update('cupcakes', 'utf8');
hash.digest('base64');
console.log(hash);

This should return the same.  If you are using the windows cmd.exe I believe windows uses a different encoding than utf8, you'll have to check on that, or create a node js file passing in arguments and hashing then logging to console instead of using the REPL

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Johnny Manziel gets another shot, this time with 'Fan Controlled Football' league
Originally Posted https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2020/12/30/johnny-manziel-gets-another-shot-this-time-with-fan-controlled-football-league/ [12/30/2020] Des Bieler
Five years after his seemingly out-of-control behavior led to the hasty end of his NFL career, Johnny Manziel is trying another return to the game in a new league called Fan Controlled Football.
The FCF, which plans to debut in February and has already begun involving fans in its setup, aims to "create a whole new world that sits between gaming and traditional sports," league co-founder and CEO Sohrob Farudi said in a November statement. Seven-on-seven games will be an hour long and streamed over the popular Twitch platform, allowing registered fans to interact with team members — and to actually call plays — in real time. Fans will also have a say in off-field matters and teams' rosters and league rules such as whether pass-catchers need to have both feet on bounds or just one.
"The more I heard about what this was going to be, the more I felt it was going to be something that was just very fun," Manziel told ESPN. "It's going to be very fan-oriented and something I could get behind without being extremely, extremely, extremely serious, the way that my football career has been in the past."
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For the former star at Texas A&M, where he became the first freshman to win the Heisman Trophy, the FCF represents his latest attempt to find success at the professional level. Picked 22nd overall by the Cleveland Browns in the 2014 draft, Manziel failed to impress as a quarterback while creating headlines and earning suspensions for his partying ways. He was released after just two seasons by the Browns, by which point his life had taken a darker turn, with allegations of domestic violence and concern for Manziel's mental state voiced by both his father and his agent.
After undergoing treatments for substance abuse and bipolar disorder, Manziel signed up in 2018 with the Spring League, a developmental operation meant to serve as a showcase for players looking to latch on with teams in established leagues. Later that year, he joined the Canadian Football League, saying at the time he felt "very blessed to be in this position.
Just a few months later, however, Manziel was banned from the CFL for what the league said was an unspecified violation of "a condition of his agreement." Shortly thereafter, in March 2019, Manziel got another shot with the Alliance of American Football, but he only made two appearances before the first-year league folded.AD
Manziel indicated in June that he considered his football career a thing of "the past," and said then that his "heart wasn't in it" during his stints in the NFL and CFL. He has found an agreeable aspect, though, in the FCF's encouragement of its athletes to share their lives via social media and other platforms.
"They're going to let the people [who] join this league be who they are and have fun with it and be a little bit more free than what football is sometimes," he told ESPN. "That's definitely what appealed to me. They don't want me to change who I am or anything else. They want to come out, put a good product out and be fun with it."
Farudin told the website that when Manziel joined his previous leagues, it was "like the handcuffs were put on."
"You had to walk and talk differently. He couldn't just be himself," Farudi said of the 28-year-old quarterback. "That's where we want to be different as a league. We're really embracing this idea of being more than an athlete. … We're very comfortable with having players be big personalities off the field and doing what they want to do. For us, it's as much as about the off-field opportunities to connect with the fan base as it is about the football on the field."AD
According to the FCF's news release Wednesday, Manziel has been linked to one of the league's four teams, the Zappers, which is co-owned by comedian Bob Menery, a friend of the quarterback. Other listed team co-owners include San Francisco 49ers cornerback Richard Sherman, Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler, former NFL running back Marshawn Lynch, New York Mets pitcher Trevor May and hip-hop star Quavo, a former high school quarterback.
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While CES features 2.7 million square feet of exhibit space for showcasing the latest technology, for marketers, the show is mainly about ideas. What's new, what's next, and what we should be experiencing in 2019.
This year, WPP CEO Mark Read, Chief Technology Officer Stephan Pretorius and Wunderman Thompson Global CEO Mel Edwards took to the stage to discuss, 'Are you Future Ready?'. Looking at the Future of Work, Brand, Partnerships and Collaboration.
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Q: Entity Framework core Code First and MySql DateTime precision? I'm using EF core with the latest MySql .Net Connector in Code First and I can't find how to set my DateTime column precision to 6, it always seems to be 0 (no milliseconds)!
I tried:
dbModelBuilder.Entity<InstructionsCxl>().Property(InstructionsCxl => InstructionsCxl.Instantiated)
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Retail Fantasyland
Go to the National Retail Federation annual convention, and you might think we're on the verge of a high-tech shopping boom. So where is it? Paco Underhill, retail consultant and author of Why We Buy, explains.
By Danielle Sacks 1 minute Read
Retail's big show 2008
January 13-16 | New York
What's the big retail-industry show like?
It's a bit of a Disneyland experience, but it's technology in search of an application. Almost every month, I have a tech company knocking on my door, asking, "How can I package this in a way that I can do something with it?"
We were intrigued by last year's show darling, the "magic mirror" [bottom right] that let you show your friends an outfit you're trying on in the dressing room and get their instant feedback and suggestions.
Magic mirror–it was complete bullshit. It's not that the idea isn't cool, but the idea that you'd mobile your friends . . . does that really translate into sales? Think about Niketown in New York: It was cool at first, and now it sits there like a white elephant.
Part of the challenge for technology in retail is that it has to be useful to the captains and sergeants back in the home office. There are still major U.S. chains where the merchandising plans are sent via fax machine.
Where are the opportunities to use technology to innovate in retail?
I just saw a system installed at Zara in Spain that connects sales associates on the floor with the chain's buyers and merchandisers. After each sale, the clerk provides information from the store–what the visuals were and the responses–up the chain of command via a touch-screen system.
Also, the emerging shopping meccas are places such as Brazil, Mexico, China, and Russia. If they took the magic mirror to the Middle Eastern Council of Shopping Centers and set up the ability to service it in the United Arab Emirates, the fastest-growing shopping market in the world, that would be interesting. This is one of the frustrations when talking to American technology providers: They don't sell offshore; they don't speak another language. They want to sell to Federated, but department stores aren't exactly booming.
So we'll see you at the show?
I stopped going to the National Retail Federation, because so much of the trade-show floor is dominated by technology companies that have their heads up their ass.
A version of this article appeared in the December 2007 issue of Fast Company magazine.
Danielle Sacks is an award-winning journalist and a former senior writer at Fast Company magazine. She's chronicled some of the most provocative people in business, with seven cover stories that included profiles on J.Crew's Jenna Lyons, Malcolm Gladwell, and Chelsea Clinton


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In the last issue of The Walking Dead the Whispering Walkers ambushed Maggie's rescue team. This new threat seemed pretty legitimate considering how well they had been dispatching the scouts that protected the Hilltop. Carl and Sophia were enjoying living together in the Hilltop while Rick headed out back to his own camp. In this month's issue #134: From Whispers to Screams, we pick up with Maggie's rescue team fighting off the Whispering Walkers.
Sadly, as much as I enjoyed this fight sequence, I was disappointed that one man could fight off the group of Whispering Walkers. Not only did he hold his own against the Whisperer's he also fended off normal Walkers at the same time with relative ease from what I can tell. I can understand that maybe these Whispering Walkers never really had to fight their prey before, always having the element of surprise on their side but they really didn't pose much of a challenge. By the end of the fight sequence all but one of the Whisperers was dead, one captured and a wounded member of the rescue team saved from being eaten alive.
I'll feel sort of stupid saying in my review for issue 133 that the Whispering Walkers seemed like a great new threat, apparently they were just filler while we wait for a new big bad to show up. I can understand that we don't want to have a Governor or Negan every story arc but I hope we don't have to go long without a true threat to the group. Now this issue was not all disappointment, Kirkman lowered the threat level on one situation and drastically raised it on another.
Kirkman does a great job leading us to believe that the greatest threat to the group is outside of the community that they built only to remind us that danger is everywhere. Gregory questions Maggie's leadership and it is easy to tell that this isn't the first time that it's happened. I predict an internal power struggle happening at the Hilltop happening very soon. Carl and Sophia are reminded to always be on guard, even if they are enjoying an afternoon talking and reminiscing.
The two bullies that Sophia beat up protecting another kid decide to ambush them for revenge, they goes as far as to imply that they may kill her and say it was self defense. Carl is bashed in the back of the head with a brick and runs off leaving Sophia to defend herself briefly as the two boys mock "The Carl Grimes." Sophia puts up a good fight but is over powered by the two boys who get in a shot or two.
However, these two boys probably picked the absolute worse person to mess with, Carl quickly comes back with a shovel in hand and commences a Grimes beat down that would put Rick to shame. I know a lot of people think Rick or Michonne are the most badass characters in the comic but I think Carl is a true force to be reckoned with, especially when you mess with someone he cares about. Carl proceeds to beat the two boys to death while Sophia watches somewhat frightened.
The issue concludes with the what's left of the rescue team making back to the Hilltop with a prisoner and Carl helping a beaten and bleeding Sophia to Maggie saying that she was attacked and that he may have killed the two boys. Carl's actions are certainly going to have heavy consequences despite his noble intentions.
Even though the outside threats didn't prove to be as daunting as they first appeared they are still dangerous to the group when they are compounded with the threats that seem to be building within the community. I can't wait to see what happens in the next issue and it sadly has nothing to do with the Whispering Walkers anymore.


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Forty years working in government honed Bob Strother's cynicism, heightened his appreciation for irony, and gave birth to a new career in creative writing. His work has appeared in a number of literary journals and magazines, and he was recently nominated for the Small Press Pushcart Prize (www.bobstrother.net).
Bob Strother serves up a heaping helping of Southern short stories in a collection which defies easy categories, with vampires, cheerleaders, debutantes, ghostly little girls, hitmen (and women), Ma Barker, a Marine gunnery sergeant with his own unique method of rehab, and my personal favorite-a septuagenarian soviet sniper who takes the theft of her welfare check unkindly. Well-crafted, with sharply drawn characters, wry wit, and a touch of darkness, they breathe with life and a deep and obvious fondness for the South of his heritage … warts, chittlins', and all.
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By Anne M. Hicks
Bob Strother never ceases to amaze me with his provocative prose. In this short story collection, I traverse a literal and emotional menu to sample the often greasy, sometimes bitter, always entertaining sides of life.
From Alabama to California, Detroit to New Orleans, Bob presents a feast of themes, settings, and characters. These stories cover it all-sex, drugs, innocence, war, greed, love, death, and even rock and roll. Bob's main course of steady tension and ironic humor allow us to savor each story, even if we do occasionally have an uneasy aftertaste.
Protagonists (and antagonists) range from troubled adolescents to grotesque capitalists. These scattered characters often follow dark paths-and find even darker truths. Some chase fame, some seek comfort, others struggle for understanding. Often smothered in conflict, the main characters rarely swallow their refection, but the reader enjoys a whole dinner of Bob's uncanny perception and keen description.
These plots are hearty portions, juicy with "ah ha" moments to sink your teeth into. The action simmers until reduced to exquisite endings that only tempt us to consume more. Despite a Southern influence, this collection is hardly a blue-plate special. On the contrary, Bob shows an expert chef's understanding of the essences he cooks with-spicy beginnings to whet the appetite, savory plots to advance the palate's interest, and cream-filled endings to satisfy our every taste.
By the last story, we relish the tenderness with which Bob infuses his stories, giving us just the right blend of creative ingredients to reveal to us both the darkest and brightest points of human nature.
From "Treetop Province"
My breath fogs the plexiglass wall of the holding cell as I stare at the surreal scene unfolding before me. On the far side of the intake area, orange-clad prisoners stare back at me from similar cells. One, sporting a shaved head and a black soul patch, gestures wildly and mouths unheard obscenities at the passersby. A large, dark blue shadow moves in from my right and obscures the view.
"You wanted something?" the deputy says through the small rectangular notch in the glass.
"Yes, I need to make a phone call–they said I could make a phone call."
The deputy looks at me with an expression that is not unkind and removes the ring of keys from his belt. I smile, relieved–grateful for any consideration.
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"Yes, I'll be calm."
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"My wife–I need to call my wife. She'll be worried."
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Now the deputy laughs out loud and says, "Because you murdered her."
From "Madison 2-Forever"
Roger Dougherty caught a glimpse of his humped shadow on the hallway wall and immediately looked away. Gnome, he thought. And then he smiled. Not at his grotesque, arthritic image, which had sent more than one Trick-or-Treater scurrying wide-eyed back to mommy, but because he had remembered an appropriate word. He said the word aloud: "Gnome," then, "troll," then … that was as far as he got. Arthritis and Alzheimer's–another big double "A" battery that kept going and going and going. He could recall the propeller beanie he'd worn as a child but not where he'd hung his hat the previous evening.
From "Hungry"
The eight-pound sledgehammer connected with McConnell's forehead at a velocity of almost ten feet per second. He dropped like a cow in a slaughterhouse.
Malcolm Leatherby stepped down off the chute and, struggling just a little, pulled the body free of the passageway.
McConnell's eyes were fixed and dull already, and there was an inch-deep indentation midway between them and the line of curly brown hair. Malcolm maneuvered a chain and pulley device out into the center of the room, placing a large washtub underneath. "Go out the side door, Hannah, and fetch Warren to come help me with the lifting. Oh, and may as well tell your momma to fire up the smokehouse as soon as she finishes in the kitchen. This part won't take too long."
The girl was almost through the door when her father called to her. "You did good, honey. You're a real asset to the family."
From "Flying Jenny"
The summer of 1935 was as hot and dry as any I could remember. Sixty-two years later, I can still feel the peculiar tickle of that harsh season's sweat snaking its way down over my ribcage as though it were something alive and seeking escape. I can see the sun-parched grass and the initials "A" and "J" etched with a finger on the toes of my dusty Buster Browns. It was the summer I was forced to abandon forever all my eleven-year-old certainties.
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Vogue tries it: In search of a mascara that is worth the effort
By Anjan Sachar 18 August 2017
We pitted cult classics with new releases
Mascara is one of those things you don't understand the value of until you try it. If you've never tried it, you're okay with not having to add another step to your make-up routine. But if you have, you will always feel incomplete without a swish of your trusted tube. While the purpose of mascara is to open up your lashes and make them look longer and/or fuller, most tubes claim to do both these jobs. Three Vogue staffers tested out four different mascaras, from cult classics to new releases in a war of the wands. Here's our verdict.
ColorBar Lash Illusion Mascara Duo, Rs 399 "The fact that this came with a separate wand to lengthen and one to volumise had me very, very excited—I love cocktailing my mascaras and use more than one on most occasions. However, while the lengthening wand opened up my eyes and gave my lashes more definition, I didn't see much drama on applying the second coat with the volumising wand." – Anjan Sachar, beauty writer – Vogue.in
"I've always wanted to try the two-way mascara. The great part is that post application of the volumising end, you can use the lengthening end which sort of combs out any product that might be leftover. A win, I'd say." – Rujuta Vaidya, fashion writer – Vogue.in
"While the lengthening end did what it promised, I was the tiniest bit underwhelmed by the volumising wand. Together, though, they made for nicely defined, moderately voluminous lashes—not va-va-voom dramatic, but a good match for daytime make-up." – Ridhima Sapre, assistant editor – Vogue.in
Maybelline New York Volum' Express Falsies Mascara Waterproof, Rs 500 "I know Maybelline New York is known for their mascaras but this one really had me shook. The curved wand and the bristles instantly had my lashes looking long and thick. A couple more coats and my eyelids didn't even need my usual eyeliner or kohl—the product was a complete look in itself. This one's made it to my everyday kit." – AS
"I like the curved wand on this one because it's easier to get to the ends of your lashes without poking your eye. However, you need to know when to stop layering the mascara or you can very quickly end up with clumpy wiry lashes." – RV
"Maybelline's Colossal mascara had once been a beloved fixture in my make-up kit, and I wanted to see if this one matched up. The curved wand makes it convenient to get to those corners without much manoeuvring, and the formula delivers thick, long lashes. However, product control is a bit of an issue and may come on a little uneven." – RS
Rimmel London Volume Flash The Max Bold Curves Mascara, Rs 500 "The best part about this mascara is definitely the wand. It allows you to reach every single lash from corner to corner and lifts each of them up. While it didn't give me as much volume as I'd like, it's great for the days you're looking for just a little bit of a curl." – AS
"I like the idea of a pop green tube of mascara in my bag. Like Maybelline, Rimmel has a curved wand that I like. Their formula has a little more body and really fans out your lashes doll-style. If I had to pick a winner, this would be it." – RV
"The formula looked a little clumpy on the wand which scared me, but I was pleasantly surprised with the results. What I liked about this one was that it builds very well, and I was able to get a nice fanned-out look by quickly layering on more on the outer corners. Just don't wait for a coat to dry before you apply the next, it's the quickest way to spidery lashes (unless that's what you're going for)." – RS
The Body Shop Lash Hero Mascara, Rs 1,195 "I swear by their foundation to a point where I've had people walk up to me in public places to tell me how amazing my skin looks—it's safe to say it's a brand I trust. The Lash Hero Mascara lived up to my expectations. It's supposed to be a conditioning formula as well, and that's something I can stand for. I wore two coats of it in the morning, with no other make-up and then applied concealer on my lids in the evening. I wanted to add some more volume to my lashes, which was easy to do considering the fact that they hadn't gotten dry and were easy to play around with." – AS
"There's something about The Body Shop's packaging that just makes the mascara tube seem more grown up than the rest. The effect of the very spiky wand is that it combs and fans your lashes out. I would ideally layer it with another mascara like the Rimmel to be fully satisfied with it." – RV
"I would say this was the smoothest formula among the four we tried. The brush bristles are closely and evenly packed and and the result is a lovely, better-than-natural definition. It layered well, but it's probably not for anyone looking for dramatic results. Would be a great base for a volumising formula, though." – RS
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Asset protection: Ensuring van driver wellbeing
Dan Gilkes 22nd March 2019, 2:28 pm
Many companies claim that their greatest asset is the staff that work for them. Ensuring van driver health and wellbeing is therefore an essential part of fleet management, says Dan Gilkes.
Combine tight deadlines with long isolating hours spent on your own in a cab every day and you have a recipe for stress, tension and more
The FTA's Van Excellence programme will run three Operational Briefings this spring, tackling the physical, mental and safety challenges facing van drivers. Speakers will include representatives of the British Dietetic Association, the Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM), the Transport Research Laboratory (TRL) and the police.
The briefings will be on 26 March in Edinburgh, on 28 March in Derby and on 2 April near Heathrow, London. You can find out more at www.fta.co.uk/van-excellence-operational-briefings-2019.
Fleet managers need not wait until then to make improvements however, as Mark Cartwright, the FTA's head of vans and LCV, recently outlined just some of the areas that fleets and their drivers should be focusing on to promote a healthy work environment.
Remember daily pre-use checks
While daily pre-use van checks are not required by law, this is no reason to believe they are not an essential activity. The safety of the driver and other road users is reliant upon all of us operating a vehicle that's roadworthy and fit to drive. Tyres, lights, steering, brakes and mirrors – among many other features – should be checked before departure. The FTA's Van Excellence scheme has developed a pre-use defect check app to help drivers. For more information, including how to download the app, please visit fta.co.uk/van
Seek help if you are struggling
Combine tight deadlines with long isolating hours spent on your own in a cab every day, and you have a recipe for stress, tension and more. But van drivers should not suffer in silence – poor mental health is a very common illness and resources are available to help. Van Excellence is working with the charity CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) to help tackle the stigma around mental health and raise awareness of the support available.
Understand the importance of hydration
A recent survey by Mercedes-Benz Vans found that 20% of van drivers avoid drinking fluids during the day, so they do not have to stop for a relief break. While the pressures of the job often ean relief breaks are not always possible, proper hydration plays a crucial role in maintaining good health and staying safe. Motorists who are dehydrated make twice as many mistakes, according to research by Loughborough University. Dehydration can have a significant effect on the way we work, in fact a 1% dehydration level causes a 10% drop in performance, something we should all bear in mind when operating on Britain's busy roads.
Strive for higher standards of safety and compliance
All van drivers and operators should try to achieve the highest standards of compliance and safety at all times. While this is easier said than done, Van Excellence is here to help. Whether it's by inspiring to achieve the Van Excellence Code, attending briefings, or taking part in a training course, there are plenty of resources available to ensure that your van fleet is operated to the highest possible standards.
Find out more about the Van Excellence code by visiting www.vanexcellence.co.uk
Written by Dan Gilkes
Dan has been a commercial vehicle and construction equipment journalist for almost 30 years. An automotive engineer and former fleet manager, he has driven almost every van, pickup and truck that has been launched in Europe over that time. As editor of VFW, his aim is to keep readers up to date with the latest developments in the light commercial world.
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Western Cape, Province of the (province)
Commanding Officers of the Cape Town Volunteers, 1861
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3059I/3
Scope and Contents A studio group portrait showing the uniformed figures of, from left to right: Colonel John Thomas Eustace (1825-1910), soldier and civil servant. Gazetted into the 60th Rifles 1844, served in Canada and later in the Crimea with the Osmanli Irregular cavalry. He retired to Wynberg and later in life became a civil servant, being appointed Resident with Chief Sarili at Butterworth from 1875-1879. He was appointed Civil Commissioner for Namaqualand in 1879 and ended his career as Civil...
Found in: Cambridge University Library / GBR/0115/RCS/Y3059D-J,X, The Cape Monthly Magazine Vols. 5-11 / The Cape Monthly Magazine Vol. 10
His Excellency P.E. Wodehouse, Governor of the Cape of Good Hope , 1862
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3059X/2
A seated, three-quarter length studio portrait of Sir Philip Edmond Wodehouse (1811-1887), Governor of the Cape 1852-1870. Wodehouse's career started as a writer in Ceylon [Sri Lanka] in 1828 where he served until 1850. During 1851-1854 he was Superintendent in British Honduras and Governor of British Guiana during 1854-1861. After leaving the Cape he was Governor of Bombay 1872-1877.
Kafir Chiefs on Robben Island [historic title], 1862
Showing a group of Africans standing in front of a circular hut.
The Cape Post Cart waiting at the General Post Office, Cape Town, 1862
Showing the post cart in the road outside the Post Office, with an unidentified group, presumably post office employees, standing behind.
The Interior of the Public Library - Cape Town, 1861
A view looking along the porticoed reading of the Public Library, with readers sitting at tables, staff beyond and a portrait of Queen Victoria hanging on the far wall. The library was opened by Prince Alfred on September 18 1860.
The New Somerset Hospital, 1861
A general view of the newly completed Somerset Hospital at Green Point, with part of Table Mountain visible in the background.
The Sanatarium at Wynberg, 1861
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3059H/6
A view showing the cluster of single storey wooden buildings of the Sanatorium at Wynberg, probably only recently constructed when this picture was taken.
Found in: Cambridge University Library / GBR/0115/RCS/Y3059D-J,X, The Cape Monthly Magazine Vols. 5-11 / The Cape Monthly Magazine Vol. 9
The Town House, Cape Town, 1861
A view looking across Greenmarket Square towards the Old Town House, with Burg Street at the right and Longmarket Street running off to the left.
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Orlando Sentinel Grokking the Freelance Community?
In today's paper (yes, they still print news on to dead trees) there is an article about the not-yet-open Urban ReThink in Downtown Orlando's Thornton Park neighborhood. The article mainly focuses on the Coworking part of it - trust me, there is a lot more to it than Coworking. Still, coverage in the mainstream media is nice, and I have had several people messaging me because they saw my name in the paper. Cool stuff.
Below that I saw a photo of (twentysomething) kids sitting at laptops... It was an article about free wi-fi in Orlando. Did the Sentinel's recommendation engine get lucky, or was it some savvy web editor who knew that people reading about Cow-orking would also be looking for cool places to work and get wi-fi? I am betting on the latter.
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Etan Horowitz of the Orlando Sentinel's weekly tech column, was at last night's CoLab Open House. Here's what he had to say.
Below is a video of Hussey, and Greg Pollack, a local web developer and one of the CoLab organizers, speaking about the space at last night's open house.


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Ryan is expected to seek re-election; will he stay?
Washington – Paul Ryan's future as House speaker has been such a topic of speculation that even the simple question of whether he will seek re-election to his Wisconsin seat remains secret.
Officially, Ryan says he's still deciding. But a person familiar with Ryan's thinking told the Associated Press this week the speaker plans to file campaign paperwork and intends to win his seat.
If Ryan emerges victorious, even those closest to him aren't certain he'll stay in Congress, particularly if Republicans lose their House majority. Asked whether Ryan would serve in the minority, the person who discussed his re-election plans with AP would not say.
The person was not authorized to discuss Ryan's plans and spoke on condition of anonymity.
Washington has been guessing about Ryan's next step for months, with reports rising to a minor frenzy as allies seek to dispel any notion of a lame-duck speaker, which would be damaging both to fundraising efforts and to governing.
Some Republicans speculate that Ryan's work in Congress is complete now that he's accomplished his career goal of ushering tax cuts into law. Even if Republicans keep control of the House, it's doubtful he could achieve much more as speaker, a job he never wanted in the first place, especially with an unreliable partner in Trump. It's even harder, they say, to envision him as minority leader.
Charlie Sykes, an author and longtime ally who had a falling out with Ryan over the GOP's embrace of Trump, is among those betting the speaker moves on.
Others expect Ryan still has sizable goals he'd like to accomplish, including downsizing the welfare system and other safety net programs, as he outlined in an impassioned monologue to reporters after the tax bill last year. And as much as Ryan fancies himself a policy wonk who prefers the realm of ideas, he's actually become increasingly skilled at the art of politics.
Unlike his predecessor, Speaker John Boehner, who was forced into early retirement by the House's rebellious right flank, Ryan has been able to persuade the conservative Freedom Caucus and others from open revolt. If he wants another term as speaker or leader, Ryan may well be able to secure the votes to win it.
And so the debate rolls on. After one report late last year suggesting Ryan's 2018 campaign would be his last, Trump called the speaker to let him know he would be disappointed if that were true. The speaker assured the president he had no plans to leave, according to those familiar with the call.
Just this week, a Republican congressman, Mark Amodei of Nevada, mused openly to home-state reporters of "rumors" the speaker would not only retire from Congress, but that the No. 3 Republican, Rep. Steve Scalise of Lousiana, was on deck to replace him as speaker. It caused a mini-uproar nationally, and overwhelmed the Reno news site.
Later, Amodei said he had no regrets about publicly sharing the chatter from Congress. But he also acknowledged he had no firsthand knowledge of Ryan's thinking.
Ryan has allowed questions to linger in part because he keeps his inner circle of confidantes close and doesn't always fully commit to staying on the job, which he reluctantly took in 2015 after Boehner retired. At the time, the next-in-line Republican, Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy of California, withdrew from the race when it appeared he did not have enough support.
It's now a jump ball if McCarthy or Scalise would win the speaker's job if Ryan were to step aside. Both are popular with House Republicans, but they also have limitations. McCarthy is not seen as conservative enough by some hard-liners and Scalise is still recovering from life-threatening wounds after being shot at congressional baseball practice last year. Neither is openly jockeying to take on Ryan.


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You've been working in early childhood for 16 years now, what inspired you to start in this sector?
A passion for working with children, and watching them grow and learn.
Connecting with children and whanau and becoming a part of their wider community.
What are some of the things that make your centre so special?
Our children and whanau, our wonderful dedicated team, and our vison of giving our children an environment where they feel loved and motivated to strive for great things.
Christmas because there is always so much going on and lots of families coming together, and all the children get very excited.
Children need respect, nurturing, kindness, equality, love, patience, good role models and a positive environment to flourish in.
Hi my name is Julie I am the Head Teacher in Preschool 1 room. I have grown up in West Auckland and love how culturally diverse our area is. I have a three beautiful grown children and one grandson. I have a passion for developing lifelong learners, who strive to become independent, follow lines of inquiry and enjoy learning. I have worked in Early Childhood for 18 years and I have a diploma is Early childhood and I am full registered.
Kia Ora, my name is Racheal and I am the Team Leader of our Toddler 2 room.
I am a mum of four amazing children and I first started my journey at Active Explorers at the beginning of 2018. I am motivated and a real go getter. I am very passionate about working with young children.
Hello, my name is Jenny and I am the assistant manager of Active Explorers Henderson and also team leader of Preschool 2 and 3. I began my teaching career many years ago and gained my Diploma in 2004 then my Bachelors in 2013 and have had the privilege of gaining lots of experience in many ECE settings. I am a mother of two children, and love to support all children in their learning and development.
Kia Ora, my name is Georgia. I am a fully registered and qualified teacher and I am trained in both early childhood and primary school education. I am very passionate about working with young children and supporting them along their journey as competent and confident learners. Fostering ones' holistic development and establishing a love for learning is something I strongly value.


Bryce Hayes took home the Grand Champion Gilt Award for his 264-pound hog.
Showing a grand champion is the goal for most people who enter the show ring. During Monday's 2018 Delaware County Fair Pig Show, Bryce Hayes reached that goal, taking home the Grand Champion Market Gilt Award.
Hayes, a resident of Marengo in Morrow County, was awarded the prized honor for his 264-pound middleweight gilt, which beat out nearly 30 other gilts to win the Middleweight Division earlier in the day. Hayes' hog then edged out the champions of the Lightweight and Heavyweight divisions to take home the top honor.
He added responsibility and working consistently with the animal are critical to having a grand champion, saying showing is a full-time responsibility if the hope is to win awards.
Recent Elgin High School graduate Lauren VanGundy, who was announced as the 2018 Delaware County Junior Fair Queen on Saturday, wrapped up a 10-year showing career at the Delaware County Fair by being named the Reserve Grand Champion for her 270-pound gilt.
Brooklin Davis took home the Champion Lightweight Gilt Award, with Jack Nebraska winning the Reserve Lightweight Gilt Champion Award. Kase Tidd, who showed the Grand Champion Barrow, took home top honors in the Heavyweight Gilt Division, followed by Maggie Cain.
Winners of their individual class in the Gilt Division were Davis (Lightweight Class 1), Nebraska (Lightweight Class 2), Kason Kaelber (Lightweight Class 3), Sylvia Fulks (Lightweight Class 4), Kylee Kaelber (Middleweight Class 1), Lilly Henney (Middleweight Class 2), Brooklin Davis (Middleweight Class 3), Hayes (Middleweight Class 4), VanGundy (Middleweight Class 5), Tidd (Heavyweight Class 1) and Cain (Heavyweight Class 2).