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Have you been making pesto this spring? If not with basil, maybe some kale or spinach? Or other fresh herbs? Pesto is a beautiful, early summer food—that is occasionally hard to use all in one sitting. There's always that little bit left over...
We usually douse a bowl of pasta in some pesto, and that takes quite a lot. But most pesto recipes make quite a lot, too, and we always find ourselves with a small bit waiting to be commandeered before it goes bad.
Remember, pesto can be frozen. But if you have a few big spoonfuls or so you're looking to use, here are our ideas:
1. Mix it into mayonnaise for a sandwich. A friend recently made us an amazing, warm turkey sandwich with pesto mayonnaise on it. You only need a tiny bit to add a lot of flavor and color.
2. Or just slather it on a sandwich. Don't like mayo? Just spread some pesto on one side of the bread.
3. Spread some on a piece of meat or fish. You can use it like a marinade on a piece of salmon or a pork chop that's going into the oven. Stuff your chicken breast with a bit of pesto, or maybe add a few spoonfuls to your burger meat. You might even consider adding some pesto to the baked feta Emily reviewed last week.
4. Use it on pizza. You really don't need a lot of pesto to cover a small pizza. Even if you're also using tomato sauce, a few dollops of pesto around the pie adds another element.
5. Make a quick crostata appetizer. Spread some pesto on a few rounds of bread, top with a slice of parmesan or a piece of prosciutto, then run under the broiler for a minute.
Any other ideas?
Related: Good Question: What Turns Pesto Brown?
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Back in early April I participated in a training as part of the Emerging Wildlife Conservation Leaders. Not only was the group spectacular, but I came away with a fantastic team and a very interesting project! We are going to develop the international standards for harvesting bat guano. In many countries there are no standards or best practices that protect both the bats and the cave ecosystem and so it goes from a renewable resource to a devastating event. We’re hoping that through our research and collaboration we can work together and help Bat Conservation International develop these important standards.
As for the training session, we learned so much! I’m happy to share with anyone who is interested. Here is just a broad overview of what the training covered:
• Professional mission statements and goal setting
• Leadership skills and work-life balance
• Successful campaigning skills
• Communications and messaging strategies
• Planning tools for advocacy campaigns
• Adaptive management techniques
• International biodiversity funding opportunities
• Coordinated organizational response models
• On-camera media training
• Tools for dealing with conflict in the workplace
• Fundraising Advice
While I think the environmental movement keeps getting stronger, it’s important we stick together and help one another. We can do that online, in person, and through special events and trainings. We must do this, I think it is imperative to our future.
On the tech side of this whole project, I’ve been playing more with Google Sites and figuring out how to make it a friendly, collaborative place to share documents and information. It was very simple to select a template and then manipulate it to make it functional and relevant (bat photo).
Great collaboration tools so far:
1) Google Docs (both spreadsheet & docs)
2) Google Calendar
4) Google Sites
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|Keynote speaker, Sherley Cherenfant, |
addresses the audience at Hofstra's Black
History Month Reception last Wednesday (2/13).
The festivities continued this week, on Wednesday, February 20 as Hofstra students sampled delectable dishes from the kitchen of celebrity chef Cary Neff through an event cosponsored by MISPO and Lackmann Culinary Services. Hofstra University's Executive Chef, Kevin Kenny prepared one of Chef Cary's specialties: "Orrecchiette Pasta with broccolini, mushroom, artichokes, roasted red pepper and basil pesto." The dish took about 20 minutes to prepare and had students' mouths watering. Thankfully, they were able to sample the cuisine shortly after. | <urn:uuid:766ceb3e-cbd5-43ae-8518-8a739e99af51> | CC-MAIN-2018-22 | http://family.blog.hofstra.edu/2013/02/hofstra-celebrates-black-history-month.html | 2018-05-21T20:20:52Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-22/segments/1526794864544.25/warc/CC-MAIN-20180521200606-20180521220606-00602.warc.gz | en | 0.95047 | 154 |
Nintendogs was a very unique and very popular game for the Nintendo DS, so it's no surprise that Nintendo decided to release a sequel alongside the launch of the Nintendo 3DS. But aside from adding the other animal mentioned in the title, what else does Nintendogs + Cats bring to the table? I'll let you know if you should invest in another virtual puppy (and kitty!) after the jump!
Like its predecessor, Nintendogs + Cats is a pet simulator where you choose from a variety of puppies and bring it home to care for it and train it to compete in competitions. There are three versions of the game, all featuring a different selection of breeds. And at the kennel, you can even select the color style you'd prefer, making sure you can get just the right puppy. And in addition, Nintendogs + Cats eventually offers kittens at the kennel for purchase (though with fewer breeds to choose from). Yeah, your first puppy is free, and any subsequent animals will cost you! The first one is always free! It's fascinating to watch the puppy and kitten interact in the same space, and it's surprisingly realistic.
The graphics are extremely impressive. In the first game, the puppies acted real, but now they also look real. And not just because they're in 3D. The textures and fur look almost real enough to touch. And when you call their name and they come running up to the screen, putting their paws up on it and looking right at you with their shiny eyes, you can't help but go "Awww!" And one of the new features is the ability to use the AR Cards to make your Nintendog appear on top of it. Of course, that means while you can put your Nintendog on your real-world couch, he'll also be really tiny! Sounds are minimal, with realistic barks, growls and purrs, and the occasional inoffensive music. There are records you can buy at the store to play in your home that produce a variety of different tunes your animals will react to in various ways.
Gameplay is pretty straightforward. You have to keep your puppy fed and clean, and take it for walks where you can train it for the three different competitions. There are a variety of stores where you can buy food, treats, toys and accessories for your pets, and the way to make money is to win competitions. The obedience and disc competitions make a return from the original, but the agility competition has been replaced by the lure competition where you spin a control on the touch screen to draw a colorful lure across a course, keeping it just in front of your puppy so he runs at you and completes it in first place. There are multiple levels for each competition, culminating in the Nintendogs Cup, and each one becomes progressively more difficult, adding new wrinkles like sand traps, special tricks, or hurdles. Also, they changed up the obedience competition by using the AR Cards. You place any one of them down on a flat surface, and your Nintendog appears on it with a spotlight shining down on it as it performs your commands. It's a nice addition, and it's fun to see your puppy in the real world (sort of!).
In the first game, you would pet your puppy directly on the touch screen, and I was initially concerned that confining the animals to the 3D screen would cause a disconnect. But very quickly, I found myself getting used to rubbing the stylus on the silhouette on the touch screen while watching the disembodied hand pet my puppy on the top screen. You can also choose from different house interiors (I just unlocked a Mario-themed space that I'm going to save for), and you can buy furniture that your pets can interact with (couches, doggie beds, fishtanks, etc.), but you can only place four items, one in each corner of the room, so your decorating will be extremely limited.
Another place where they made some tweaks is when you take your puppy for a walk. Instead of mapping out a route, the areas through which you travel are randomly selected by the game. Although while walking through downtown, say, you might see a sign for a road to the beach and can select whether or not to turn there. So you're not completely without options. And this is where you can find parks to practice disc throwing or the gym to run lure course drills (obedience training is done in your home). You hold the leash on the touch screen and the walking happens in full 3D, as you walk towards the horizon. In an odd twist, your puppy is not supposed to pee on the mailboxes and fire hydrants, just on the small patches of grass that are oddly provided along the roads. Obviously, you're supposed to keep your puppy from playing in or eating garbage and puddles, but why can't they run after butterflies or birds? Why is that wrong? None of this is explained in the instructions, by the way. I learned about the mailbox/fire hydrant thing from in-game conversations with Miis walking their own dogs, and the rest from an online message board. Instructions have never been Nintendogs' strong suit.
Various Miis will cross your path with their dogs, and your pet will either befriend the other animal or react badly. Unfortunately, I recall the interactions in the original Nintendogs being much more realistic, with lots of sniffing and barking and jumping around, and you had to hold them back on the leash if it looked like they were getting too aggressive. In Nintendogs + Cats, they just jump a couple of times, maybe sniff, and then you're told whether or not they made friends. I miss the old way. Also, it would've been fun if the game used the Miis that you saved in your Mii Maker. Although you do encounter Mii Plaza Miis if you encounter them using Street Pass.
Instead of having to directly communicate with another Nintendogs user, Nintendogs + Cats takes advantage of the 3DS Street Pass feature to do the same thing with less effort. If you Street Pass someone with Nintendogs data in their 3DS memory, you exchange information, including a special message and present. You will also encounter this Mii and their puppy the next time you go for a walk. It's a much easier way to unlock new content, including the other puppy breeds, than in the first game. Unfortunately, there's no actual multiplayer that would allow you and a friend with the game to watch your puppies play together at the same time.
Obviously, you're meant to play with your pets frequently and make sure to feed them and give them baths when necessary, which is where the replayability comes from with Nintendogs + Cats. Because once you beat all the competitions and unlock whatever it is you want to unlock, there isn't much else to do except play with your virtual animals. But for fans of the original Nintendogs, this sequel should still be a lot of fun. I remember playing with the first game for a really long time after finishing the competitions, just to goof around with my puppies. We'll see how long Nintendogs + Cats lasts, but it's already the most played game in my 3DS according to my Activity Log! (Oh, and also forgot to mention that you can take 3D pictures of your pets at nearly any point in the game with an in-game camera, which is how I illustrated this review!)
The reviewer played a copy of Nintendogs + Cats purchased for himself and brought his original Nintendog pug, Wilbur, into 3D. Wilbur completed the Nintendog Cup in the disc competition, and is doing well in the lure competition, but still needs some work with the obedience trials! Also, a little orange kitten named Streaky was added to the family, and they seem to get along well enough. All of this took about 13 hours according to the Nintendo 3DS Activity Log. | <urn:uuid:f71a750f-4fc0-4842-9be3-5cc62a3d20e3> | CC-MAIN-2015-11 | http://gaygamer.net/2011/04/review_nintendogs_cats.html | 2015-03-07T01:38:13Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2015-11/segments/1424937406179.50/warc/CC-MAIN-20150226075646-00015-ip-10-28-5-156.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.9697 | 1,640 |
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I would love to know where you found that nugget out from,
I am trying to remember myself - was under the impression it was considered general knowledge. I think i read it on one of those telecommunication history of nz websites - but a quick google search isnt showing me anything.
Will have another look tomorrow.
Looks like it was ~5 years, depending on what you count as the start...
October: Bank debt that financed the construction of the network was repaid.
I still find it somewhat hard to believe that the returns from the cable paid for itself in such a short period of time. I would assume all investors would have chucked in a fair chunk of change to get it started and they may have topped up the bank loan with other profits as large loans like these are never helpful on the balance sheet.
I would have thought it was more like a 10-15 year investment sounds right to me. Plus you need to take into the account the operational support and upgrades they have and are still doing to increase capacity.
There was a great webcast I found a while ago which seemed to indicate it had only just been paid off. But as usual I can't find it now.
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Forget everything about the data needs for New Zealanders; this is about sending data out of the country, on the back of it we get free data coming into the country; read the article. This is due to our high amount of renewable energy which very few countries in this world can claim; and will be a killer for this industry in many places in the future. It is a great plan that even the government should get behind; but now that Kim Dotcom has his name on it they will not touch. | <urn:uuid:ca500951-3557-4f59-8ce4-6cb85bb900cd> | CC-MAIN-2015-06 | http://www.geekzone.co.nz/forums.asp?ForumId=49&TopicId=111460&page_no=4 | 2015-01-30T15:29:15Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2015-06/segments/1422115858580.32/warc/CC-MAIN-20150124161058-00056-ip-10-180-212-252.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.982659 | 479 |
Clean Coal Technologies Inc. (CCTI), an emerging cleaner-energy company utilizing patented and proven technology to convert untreated coal into a cleaner burning and more efficient fuel, has signed a binding agreement with Wyoming New Energy Corp. (WNEC) for the build-out of its first commercial facility in Wyoming.
Wyoming New Energy Corp. has recently entered into an engagement agreement with Piper Jaffray to raise up to $80 million in debt financing to build a two million ton CCTI Pristine M Plant in the Powder River Basin.
George Longo, managing director and lead project finance banker at Piper, said, “We are excited about the opportunity to support WNEC and pursue funding for the use of CCTC's advanced technology for processing coal and waste coal in what we hope is this first of many such projects. We appreciate being a supporter of our client's monetization of an abundant U.S. energy resource.”
The timing of this engagement could not be better for CCTI said CEO Robin Eves as it coincides with a presentation to the Wyoming Miner's Association in Sheridan.
“This is a U.S.-designed, engineered and tested technology and we are very pleased to see it deployed here in the U.S., where we will continue to work with Wyoming on additional agreements and locations. We are working with Kiewit in completing some additional client requested tests at our test facility in Oklahoma. This also will enable Kiewit to design the first commercial module,” said COO Aiden Neary. “The financial support from Piper Jaffray echoes not only confidence in the Pristine M technology, but also confidence in the U.S. coal industry. The local knowledge from WNEC should ensure a seamless commercial build out.”
“U.S. Government and private finance will encourage our overseas interests from India, Indonesia, Turkey, Australia and China to take a more aggressive approach to building commercial units in their countries. We are looking forward to hosting them at our test plant in Oklahoma during the summer prior to its move to Wyoming in early Fall,” said Eves. | <urn:uuid:d8fe2e9c-73e5-4a57-b113-ba14869209a3> | CC-MAIN-2018-22 | https://www.constructionequipmentguide.com/clean-coal-technologies-plans-to-build-its-first-pristine-m-facility-in-wyoming/34852 | 2018-05-20T15:44:46Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-22/segments/1526794863626.14/warc/CC-MAIN-20180520151124-20180520171124-00605.warc.gz | en | 0.951267 | 443 |
Terrorists Invade Kaduna Community, Abduct 47
According to a resident, the abductors came in large numbers and took seven vantage positions while shooting sporadically to scare the locals.
Terrorists invaded the Agunu Dutse community in Kachia Local Government Area of Kaduna State and abducted 47 people while one person sustained a gunshot injury.
The incident has also been confirmed by The PUNCH as a resident revealed that the terrorists invaded the community on foot in the early hours of Thursday at about 1 am.
According to him, the abductors came in large numbers and took seven vantage positions while shooting sporadically to scare the locals.
He explained that the Community was two kilometres away from Akada Barracks.
John said, ”The victims are 16 Men, nine Children and 32 women. The villagers could not repel them because of the kind of sophisticated weapons they were using.”
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The longtime Sen. John McCain (R-AZ), who passed away Saturday at age 81, died from the same cancer as his colleague, Sen. Ted Kennedy (D-MA), did nine years ago.
The late Arizona senator died at the age of 81 of an aggressive form of brain cancer called glioblastoma on August 25, 2018—nine years after Kennedy died of the same cancer on August 25, 2009, at the age of 77.
Although McCain and Kennedy had been on opposite sides of the ideological spectrum, they had a close friendship.
“Ted Kennedy had this unique way of doing hand to hand combat on the floor of the Senate,” McCain said in a CNN interview following Kennedy’s death in 2009.
“As soon as we stopped our speech-making, he’d come over and put his arm around you and — and make everybody appreciate that we had our differences politically, but personally, we could be friends and work together as colleagues and friends for the good of the country,” he added.
When Kennedy’s widow heard of McCain’s passing on Saturday, she released a statement echoing McCain’s kind words:
“Tonight we lost an uncompromising patriot and a man of immeasurable courage. Getting to know John McCain was one of the great privileges of my life, and I know my late husband Ted felt the same way.” @VickiKennedyMA statement on the passing of Senator John McCain. pic.twitter.com/k1yKsKX2ks
— Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the U.S. Senate (@EMKInstitute) August 26, 2018
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We’ve got some really big hitters as part of this week’s New Music Fridays. From stylised vocal tracks to raw indie pop and heavy guitars, this is all you need to make you forget about the world’s troubles for a few minutes. As always click the pics to listen, enjoy, and repeat!
somegirlnamedanna – hello i am
Debut single hello i am is a track that introduces us to a superb new talent. The electronic vocal layers bring out unique tones and sounds as a basis for the track, with the singer’s main vocals providing the jaunty melody and extremely addictive style that is both intricate and intriguing. It’s amazing how much she has done with just vocal tracks and testament to a keen ear for a catchy tune.
Marlin’s Dreaming – Outwards Crying
Based around lead singer and guitarist Semisi Maiai’s desire to leave his hometown, New Zealand band Marlin’s Dreaming have created a deeply personal indie rock track in Outwards Crying. Heavy guitars wash over the dreamy atmosphere when necessary to add depth to the track with the vocals able to stand on their own in the quieter moments. Bass and drums help lead the track forward in this track steeped in 90s nostalgia that grows in stature with each listen.
Mike McKenna Jr – The Town
Canada’s Mike McKenna Jr has soul in his voice, strength to his tones and an overall demeanour that makes for some outstanding music. New track The Town has a slow-paced Country vibe that’s brought out of its shell by intermittent sliding guitar and rhythms that switch up at the drop of a hat. The chorus manages to pull everything together nicely as Mike’s raw but powerful vocals are able to raise everything up against a folky undertone. Delightful.
The Medium – Sugar Shark
Sugar Shark is one of the tracks the band worked on when they first formed, which has now been reworked and reshaped into an addictive indie-pop classic. From the opening riff you know this is going to be something special with the Nashville four-piece pulling together raw guitars, breezy vocals and an energetic atmosphere with the skill of a band that knows their stuff. With shades of The Strokes but a livelier mentality, the track ebbs and flows to a strong conclusion that leaves you wanting more. | <urn:uuid:349dc4bc-0117-4f1f-a5fa-56e64edf0c36> | CC-MAIN-2021-43 | https://www.vinylchapters.com/new-music-fridays-27th-march-2020/ | 2021-10-18T14:05:19Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-43/segments/1634323585203.61/warc/CC-MAIN-20211018124412-20211018154412-00450.warc.gz | en | 0.960253 | 495 |
A virtual machine image for ROSE has been made available online. Created by using VMware Player, the image contains Ubuntu 10.04 and a pre-built ROSE. The intended users of this image could be first-time users who want to test drive ROSE without installing everything from scratch.
The image has 4.8 GB, with the following contents:
- sourcetree, cloned from github.com/rose-compiler/rose on July 21, 2012: /home/demo/rose
- buildtree: /home/demo/buildrose
- installation tree (–prefix path): /home/demo/opt/rose-inst
- A script to set environment variables to use the installed ROSE tools: /home/demo/set.rose.env
- A test translator: /home/demo/myTranslator
- Some dot graphs of a simplest function: /home/demo/dotGraphs
A demonstration user account (sudo user in Ubuntu) is provided as follows:
- account: demo
- password: password
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The Idelsohn Society believes that music creates conversations otherwise impossible in daily life. This is why they incite a new conversation about the present by listening anew to the past. They do this by unearthing lost classics from the archive, sounds that are languishing in thrift-store crates across the nation. The stories that accompany them have yet to be told: hybrid identities, eclectic communities, racial dialogue, and pioneering musical style. This is music that forces listeners to ask themselves who am I, what have I inherited, and what am I going to do about it?
The Idelsohn Society is named after Abraham Zevi Idelsohn, a legendary Jewish musicologist and writer of everybody’s favorite classic, “Hava Nagila.”
Why we chose Idelson Society for Musical Preservation for Maccabim 2011? Idelson Society for Musical Preservation represents the core of preserving Jewish culture, by re-releasing Jewish golden-oldies and compiling collections of old hits, releasing books and orgenizing exhibitions. | <urn:uuid:b1112f8b-8e9c-4a2d-a750-5b772b1fb14f> | CC-MAIN-2015-11 | http://www.abbanibi.com/nonprofit/idelson-society-for-musical-preservation/ | 2015-03-06T08:55:42Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2015-11/segments/1424936466999.23/warc/CC-MAIN-20150226074106-00286-ip-10-28-5-156.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.926121 | 215 |
Isoland 2 - Ashes of Time
- Released: April 25, 2019
- Genre: Adventure, Puzzle, Simulation
- Number of players:
- Offline: 1
- Developer: Cotton Game
- Publisher: ORENDA
- Download size: 912 MB
- Metacritic: tbd tbd
- ESRB Rating: Everyone 10+
- Play modes: TV, Tabletop, Handheld
- Languages: Japanese, English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, Russian, Korean, Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional)
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Like its sequel, Isoland 2 is an adventure game where the player who loses their memory searches to solve the secrets that lie on a small, mysterious island.
“Who am I? Why am I on this island?” The player worries as he searches factories, steamships, huts, rockets, lighthouses, and more scattered about the island. By talking with the island dwellers who move like characters in a picture book, the unknown stories of the past will be unraveled...
An unpredictable story that goes beyond space and time awaits players with this game. Everything – the challenging puzzles, strange setting, and usual hidden ending - all surpass the original game creating a fun and quality game.
- Original setting plus cute and surreal island dwellers
- Lots of puzzle elements
- Hidden ending
- Secret elements that pay homage to SciFi movies and books
- Available in 11 different languages: English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Japanese, Chinese (Traditional, Simplified), Korean, Alien?, etc.! | <urn:uuid:a5dd7b47-4a09-420a-aab4-5f526e6bfe64> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://www.dekudeals.com/items/isoland-2-ashes-of-time | 2022-08-15T15:53:37Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572192.79/warc/CC-MAIN-20220815145459-20220815175459-00108.warc.gz | en | 0.856929 | 379 |
Finding success as an entrepreneur can be hard, but it’s not impossible. With the right connections and enough hard work, success can be achieved.
However, if you’re looking to ease the process a bit, consider a co-founder. A business with two founders is more likely to be successful. Having a business partner can help relax some of the start-up woes.
Before selecting a partner, you’ll want to ensure that you are choosing wisely.
Picking a business partner isn’t a decision to take lightly. Read on to learn about the benefits of a co-founder and how to pick one.
Benefits of a Co-founder
There are a number of benefits to having a business partner. Let’s discuss a few of them.
1. It becomes a team effort.
Managing the early stages of a company can be difficult. From paperwork to networking, there are an endless amount of tasks.
With a partner, you can split the workload. This makes the process much more manageable. A partnership also keeps both parties accountable.
At the same time, you both bring different experiences and knowledge to the table. When it comes to delegating tasks, it’s much easier if one of the founders has more experience than the other.
2. More networking opportunities.
Having connections as a start-up is a must.
As time passes, you’ll have new questions and face new challenges. On your own, you only have your network to consult.
With a business partner, there is another network to tap into. Having two communities for support can make all the difference.
3. One on one support.
Building a business requires plenty of outside support.
With a business partner, you’ll get more personalized help. You’ll receive the benefit of having someone who is on the journey with you.
Ideally, your co-founder will be there to support you and to guide business decisions.
What to Look for in a Business Partner
Once you’ve decided to seek a business partner, don’t take the decision lightly. Your choice can make or break your startup.
When selecting a partner, keep this information in mind:
Your business partner should fill in gaps.
Take a look at your background. What experience or knowledge are you missing? The co-founder you choose should provide what you are lacking.
Maybe you have an MBA, but have no technical knowledge. Your business partner will need to bring technical experience to the table.
Think with the future in mind.
As an entrepreneur, making business decisions is vital. Every decision you make should consider the future. The business partner you choose should be one that makes sense in the long run.
Do your personalities mesh? Do you trust this person? Can you envision long-term business with him/her?
Answer these questions before making your decision.
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Furthermore, admission screening questionnaires should be routinely used, including a children's depression inventory, a trauma assessment inventory, a substance abuse screen, and an incomplete-sentence form. Children may be willing to disclose their concerns on written forms rather than to an unknown professional. Screening for medical illnesses must also be routine and under the direction of a pediatrician who works closely with the child psychiatrist to identify chronic conditions, such as hepatitis, anemia, hyperglycemia, and obesity. In addition, a structured collaborative teaching and treatment environment should be created for the delivery of care. "A CBT Approach to Inpatient Psychiatric Hospitalization" (5) describes an effort developed to achieve these goals. Designed for stays of five to 12 days, the program is compatible with managed care treatment limits. | <urn:uuid:cd51791a-58fa-4926-b62c-61d710669380> | CC-MAIN-2014-23 | http://ps.psychiatryonline.org/article.aspx?articleid=102304&RelatedWidgetArticles=true | 2014-07-26T17:29:49Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-23/segments/1405997903265.4/warc/CC-MAIN-20140722025823-00064-ip-10-33-131-23.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.94305 | 160 |
What is a Real Estate Sales Funnel? It’s the buying process that companies lead customers through when purchasing products. In real estate, it’s a series of web pages that customers navigate through, starting as anonymous visitors and ending as qualified leads.
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The publishers of Battlestar Galactica Online have teamed up with HBO to create a browser-based Game of Thrones MMO. It's built in the Unity Engine by ArtPlant, the same team behind Battlestar Galactica Online's 3D space battles. It's due to tie in with the Game of Thrones TV show, the second series of which is set to kick off in April.
Battlestar Galactica Online
If you're not already in the market for a slick new war machine to take down toasters or meatbags in Battlestar Galactica Online, this should help convince you that you should be. Today, the gods are on the side of those who say that the already-large ships of BSGO aren’t big enough. BigPoint’s upcoming addition, scheduled to release this fall, is an even-bigger hornet's nest crawling with strike craft you can launch at your enemies. My life for the swarm!
There’s not a huge downside to having games run in your browser nowadays (thanks in no small part to the magic of the Unity engine). Take BSGO for example: it may run in your browser, but it’s a legitimate space sim MMO with great off-the-rails combat in an attractive, 3D environment. I've been playing in the beta, defending the colonies as Captain Santa, Viper pilot. The beta is open at this stage, so you can join the fight to preserve humanity (or you can be a toaster if you’d rather fight for the Cylons) at http://battlestar-galactica.bigpoint.com/, but you should know three things before you do.
Battlestar Galactica Online developers Bigpoint have announced that in just six weeks of being live, the browser-based MMO has gathered one million registered players.
The announcement comes as Bigpoint release their latest patch, which allows you to command Battlestars and Basestars, as well as other new ships.
If you'd like to sign up for the Colonial fleet, or cause mass human genocide as a flying toaster, join BSG Online at the game's official site.
Bigpoint - the studio behind Battlestar Galactica Online and Ruined Online - have announced that their browser-based MMO's are now available in full stereoscopic 3D. Holy frak!
"With the right hardware, stereoscopic 3D technology will take online browser-game graphics to new heights. Today, Bigpoint is demonstrating once again that conventional PC and console games have nothing on Bigpoint browser games with demonstrations of Battlestar Galactica Online, Toon Racer and Ruined Online in full 3D," the company said in a press release.
A new trailer showing off the the gameplay in the upcoming Battlestar Galactica Online MMO has hit. See below for the trailer.
There's a closed beta currently running for the new browser-based MMO Battlestar Galactica Online, and the developers are looking for more people to sign up and test the game. If you fancy blasting some Cylons, read on for details of how to sign up. | <urn:uuid:a00e7982-cf60-49fb-821f-3d82fe138193> | CC-MAIN-2014-23 | http://www.pcgamer.com/tag/battlestar-galactica-online/ | 2014-07-31T13:18:04Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-23/segments/1406510273012.22/warc/CC-MAIN-20140728011753-00050-ip-10-146-231-18.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.931068 | 662 |
When you think of police officers, you probably picture them slapping handcuffs on someone or being involved in a highspeed chase. You probably don’t picture them walking into prom dressed in their uniforms and escorting special needs students.
A group of police officers in Boynton Beach, Florida, recently went out of their way to make some local kids happy.
They put away the handcuffs and got out the flowers and dance shoes. They also showed up their fancy dance moves.
When the police officers found out that some of the special needs students at a local high school weren’t planning on attending their prom, the police officers decided that it just wasn’t acceptable.
They wanted to show them how fun could be, and they came up with a way to convince them to go.
So, one warm May evening, the police officers met up with some of the students and accompanied them to prom. The students looked great and were happy to go. The boys wore tuxes, and the girls wore beautiful gowns. They all had ties and flowers, and their hair was done up right. They looked amazing. The officers wore their uniforms, but they didn’t hesitate to get a little dolled up, too.
The idea to escort the students to prom came from Officer Scott Harris, whose wife is a special education teacher at the high school.
When he asked some of the other officers if they would like to go, too, they all volunteered. Many of them were just as excited to go as the students.
Officer Harris said:
“It’s amazing to see these young kids that don’t have the opportunity to come do this be here today. They’re awesome kids and now they’re mingling with all the other kids doing the same thing that the kids that don’t have the disabilities are doing.”
The officers went by the books when it came to prom.
They pinned on boutonnières and put corsages on wrists. They all walked into prom proudly and ready to have a great time. The students were a little shy at first when it came to hitting the dance floor, but it didn’t take long for the police officers to talk them into it. Before long, everyone was out there busting a move, and the smiles were contagious.
The police officers made sure these kids had the time of their lives and that they were making prom memories that they would never forget.
The kids who weren’t even planning on going to go to prom ended up being the life of the party. Everyone wanted to get photos and videos of themselves dancing with the police officers and their dates.
While the students clearly had a good time, the police officers all insisted that the pleasure was all theirs. It had been a while since any of them had stepped foot in a prom, and most of them were happy to take a little time away from fighting crime and spend some time laughing and joking around with some of the youths in the community.
The police department posted on Twitter:
“As much as tonight means to these students, it means the world to us to be able to escort them to their prom.”
The other students and teachers were amazed when they saw the police officers dancing and acting silly just like teenagers.
It was good for everyone to see the officers off duty and to know that they have a fun side, too. It’s not often that you can get to see officers in uniform letting loose and enjoying life like this. They may have decided to go to prom to help out the students, but in the end, they also had the times of their lives. They made memories with each other and some of the local school kids.
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Continuing my Asian dishes, I love this one. It is a plant-based take on beef and broccoli using my gluten-based beef substitute. This recipe is to show the many ways this substitute can be used. I usually make the patties and cube them up. This serves about four people, depending upon appetite.
Broccoli has a great amount of nutritional value. It has fiber water and many nutrients, including Vitamin B, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, folate, potassium, manganese, iron, among many others. In addition, it benefits gut health, eye health, bone health, pregnancy, weight loss., and lots more. Please read this article on the “Broccoli 101” from healthline.
Without further ado, here is the recipe…
No-Beef and Broccoli
- 1/3 c. soy sauce/liquid aminos
- 1 tsp. beef-like seasoning
- 2 Tbs. agave nectar or to taste
- 1 Tbs. molasses
- 1 Tbs. ginger, grated and divided
- 1 tsp. garlic minced, divided
- ½ tsp. coffee-substitute
- 2 Tbs. organic cornstarch divided
- 6 beef-substitute patties, cubed (See recipe)
- 2 Tbs. roasted sesame seed oil, divided
- 2 frozen bags broccoli florets or 8 cups fresh
- ¼ tsp. pure salt or to taste
- ½ c. scallions sliced, optional
- sesame seeds, optional
- In a tight lid jar, add soy sauce/aminos, beef-like seasoning, agave nectar, molasses, half of the ginger and garlic, coffee-substitute, and half of the cornstarch. Shake well and set aside.
- In a separate bowl, toss cubed beef substitute with remaining corn starch.
- In a large skillet/wok, heat 1 Tbsp. sesame oil over medium-high heat and add the rest of the ginger and garlic along with the frozen broccoli. Toss and cook for 4 minutes. Mound broccoli in the middle of the skillet and lightly salt, stir to season all the broccoli.
- Add beef substitute on top of broccoli and drizzle in the remaining oil. Toss and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Add remaining cornstarch liquid mixture and cook for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly. Add scallions, if desired, and toss.
- Remove from heat and serve over brown rice. Garnished with more scallions and/or sesame seeds. | <urn:uuid:85a29976-fb11-44cc-ba73-4b0b49a232cb> | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | https://simplepreparations.com/index.php/2023/04/19/no-beef-and-broccoli/ | 2023-12-10T01:52:26Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100989.75/warc/CC-MAIN-20231209233632-20231210023632-00008.warc.gz | en | 0.87219 | 549 |
Today we celebrate the legacy of the foremost leader of the Civil Rights movement, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The Lord used this man to inspire a nation, and move a people towards equality. There is still work to be done, but his contribution was invaluable. No hero is perfect, and Dr. King was no exception, but I admire him in many ways and I’m inspired by his legacy. Here are three things about his life that inspire me.
1. Passion for Justice
Dr. King was disgusted by the injustice that was rampant in our world, and dedicated his life to fighting against it. In the Bible, he saw God’s vision for His world, He saw the prophets call for the end of oppression, and He was passionate to see that justice come to pass. I admire this passion for justice, and pray God would continue to work it in my own heart. I want to fight for the oppressed and preach Good News to the hopeless.
Despite his youthfulness, Dr. King’s prophetic speeches and crystal clear vision led him to emerge as the leader of the movement. He didn’t sit back and complain, he stepped up and led. He was clear on what he thought would help black people move forward, and he led others in that direction. This resulted in the non-violent resistance that helped change the United States forever. We can all learn from this kind of leadership. Vision is only valuable when it’s married to leadership. His leadership helped the vision come to pass.
当然, his fight was not met with smiles and embraces. He risked his life every time he marched, spoke, or protested. He knew what he was doing was dangerous, yet he had the courage to put his life on the line for his people. The opposition he faced did not cloud his vision, or dampen his leadership. It only reminded him why he was fighting. I pray that the Lord would work in me an unshakeable courage that stands for His kingdom and fights for His glory.
I hope you’re inspired by his example as well, and I hope you’ll join me in praising God for what He accomplished through Dr. King. | <urn:uuid:7c29fbf0-63a2-42d3-854b-d4216deb93bd> | CC-MAIN-2018-05 | https://builttobrag.com/inspired-by-the-lowercase-king/?lang=yue | 2018-01-19T07:16:36Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-05/segments/1516084887832.51/warc/CC-MAIN-20180119065719-20180119085719-00457.warc.gz | en | 0.991229 | 453 |
New technological innovations and affordability of electronic devices on the market has resulted in the wide availability of mobile devices for people across the globe.
Since the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic, many people have had spare time from studying and working, admittingly spending their time watching TV and using electronic devices such as smartphones, computers, or tablets.
Looking at screens for a long period of time and receiving app notifications, the brain will release a hormone called dopamine, which is a neurotransmitter, stimulating nerves in the brain.The chemical is a contributing factor to happiness and satisfaction when people use their phone; however, prolonged stimulation can affect the impulse control system.
Long amounts of screen time will also affect the frontal cortex of the brain, a similar effect to caffeine addiction. Once you are able to use electronic devices, you feel relieved and satisfied, but leaves you with the opposite effects without access to the devices.
What is the healthy level of electronic device usage?
In 2019, the World Health Organization (WHO) advised that children aged between two to five years should spend a maximum of one hour per day on screens, while infants under two-years-old should not be given any screen time. Young adults should also limit themselves to 2 hours of screen time per day.
What are the negative impacts of over screen time?
A study from the Child Mind Institute, an independent nonprofit dedicated to children and family healthcare, indicated negative effects of screen time on children and teenages to include:
- Eye problems
- Poor mental health including anxiety and depression
- Poor cognitive skills
- Insomnia and sleeping disorders
- Negative behaviour
- Physical health problems like back pain, should pain, spinal pain
- Poor communication skills
Why should you minimize screen time to a healthy standard?
According to Mayo Clinic, an American nonprofit academic medical centre, health benefits associated with reducing screen time include:
- Improved physical health
- Lower risk of obesity
- Opportunity to discover new activities and hobbies
- Improved feelings
- Better communication skills
How to avoid screen time addiction during the pandemic?
Cutting down screen time to zero can be difficult for day-to-day life, as all types of information are available online. Some strategies to reduce screen time, especially during the Covid-19 crisis, include:
- Screen-time routine change: you can gradually reduce or halve your daily screen time, which is more effective than an instant reduction to zero
- Outdoor activities: even if it is a short distance, taking a walk outdoors (without a phone) can increase endorphin levels, helping with mood lightening and brain enhancement
- Phone-free time: you should create a routine to put your phone down when you spend time with your family and friends to not only build stronger relationships, but to set an example for others
- Co-use devices: sharing electronic devices can lower individual screen time as well as allow you to check your children’s internet search history
- Turn notifications off: receiving constant messages due to notification settings can distract you from work, decreasing concentration and work efficiency. | <urn:uuid:f7c01fb5-d5ae-4637-9b96-d77279a57439> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://focus-cambodia.com/article/how-to-manage-healthy-screen-time/ | 2024-02-21T22:15:18Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947473558.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20240221202132-20240221232132-00216.warc.gz | en | 0.94237 | 633 |
Austin Visitors Center & Self-Service Kiosks
Austin Visitors Center in Austin, Texas, is run by the Austin Convention and Visitors Bureau. Ryan Holbrook, IT Support Manager, is in charge of the development and implementation of technology at the AVC. The ACVB recognized a need for visitors to get all the information they needed instantaneously, and without the reliance of busy staff members. This includes food, drink, hotels, music, events, information centers, press kits, and more. In large cities like Austin, visitor centers can get chaotic and tourists end up leaving without knowing the city’s flourishing culture. As a solution, Holbrook worked closely with Advanced Kiosks to implement a kiosk in the Austin Visitor’s Center.
“It’s being used for tourists and clients when they come into the visitor’s center as a main point of reference. If someone comes in and all the employees are busy, or the visitor would rather find out on their own, they’ll go to the kiosk. I have certain icons set up on the homepage including a tour tab with times and information about the tours. I also have a tab for event planning, so people can see the upcoming events going on in Austin” , said Holbrook.
Austin Visitors Center has benefited greatly off of self-service technology by providing their clients the ability to serve themselves. It is cost-efficient, time efficient, and ecofriendly. Kiosks have improved visitor satisfaction while keeping costs low, which is something every visitor center can profit from.
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Sky Air-ship Digital Printing Equipment Co., Ltd is one of pioneers who specializes in research and development of digital printing equipments in China. We have been approved as the high and new technology enterprise by state. As the printing technology developer, we have much technology patents, especially in wide format outdoor digital printing. "SKYJET" printer adopts a unique cylinder & arch-shaped printing structure, which is equipped with synchro double-side printing function. It is the exclusive type of printer that is applied for national patents on transmission structure as well.
"SKYJET", as the trademark of Sky Air-ship Company, has become the most famous brand by the effort through all SKYJET staff in 16 years. In 2008, "SKYJET" is authoritatively assessed the first session of "Chinese Printers Top Ten Brands". It is conferred as the "Golden Kylin Award" by InkJet Printing Sub-Association of PEIAC and Inkjet Printing Association of China. Furthermore, Sky Air-ship Company wins the medal of "Excellent Exports Enterprise". As the member of council of Sub-association of Inkjet Printing Association of China, Sky Air-ship Company participates in drafting out "National Standard of the Chinese Wide Format Digital Printing & Press Machine" and we have awarded two famous certification: ISO9001 Quality Management System Certification and CE certificate.
Sky Air-ship Company, occupying 12000 square meters as the manufacturing base, has more than 150 employees. We have strong R & D team, which leads to more than ten exclusive patents technology and independent production ability, and cooperates with international companies. As the professional, productive and creative printing equipment manufacturer, "SKYJET" has been praised by all the customers around the world. SKYJET UV Flatbed Printer has the largest market share among the similar products in China. SKYJET has exported all series of printers to more than 50 countries, including USA, Western and Eastern Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, Africa, etc. | <urn:uuid:1cb3b448-8ed7-4045-bb49-0eaa240ad0c8> | CC-MAIN-2020-24 | https://www.tradesparq.com/users/107169/mr-song/company/98039/Shenyang-Sky-Air-Ship-Digital-Printing-Equipment-Co-Ltd | 2020-05-29T02:49:55Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-24/segments/1590347401260.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20200529023731-20200529053731-00063.warc.gz | en | 0.941693 | 419 |
Composer Vishal Dadlani claims harassment
Mumbai: Composer Vishal Dadlani, of popular musical duo Vishal-Shekhar, says he is having a tough time dealing with a yet unknown person who has been harrasing him and others associated with hit song ‘Sheila ki jawaani’ for the past two years by making crank calls.
Dadlani says the unknown person has been calling singer Sunidhi Chauhan, choreographer-director Farah Khan and his composer Shekhar Ravijani ever since the song ‘Sheila ki jawaani’ was released.
Now Dadlani has put up the concerned person`s number on Twitter to seek revenge.
"This guy, +31613566735, has been harassing Shekhar, Sunidhi, Farah, me, ever since `Sheila` came out. He`s very irritating. Time for payback," tweeted Dadlani.
He has urged his Twitter followers to irritate the person by either messaging or calling him.
"Thank you all for your... I`ll remind you all again tomorrow. I wanna harass this m***n, as much as he`s been harassing us. +31613566735
"This guy is utterly nuts, keeps crank-calling. See if he can take it! I had no choice but to let him see how it feels. He`s a psycho, and deserves a taste of it," added the composer, who is behind hit songs like ‘Chhammak challo’ and ‘Desi girl’. | <urn:uuid:ab37d88b-ab20-4490-a2d6-c524a33e1f58> | CC-MAIN-2015-35 | http://zeenews.india.com/entertainment/musicindia/composer-vishal-dadlani-claims-harassment_109784.html | 2015-08-28T10:47:15Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2015-35/segments/1440644062760.2/warc/CC-MAIN-20150827025422-00250-ip-10-171-96-226.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.972698 | 336 |
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Having someone tell you that you have bad breath can be humiliating, but it can also be a sign that you need to see your dentist. Bad breath (or halitosis) can be a sign of an underlying dental or health problem, so before you run out and stock up on breath mints, make an appointment with our office. Using breath fresheners will only disguise the problem and not treat the root cause.
It's important to remember that if you have bad breath, you're not alone — it's the third most common reason people seek a dental consult. We use a systematic approach to determine the cause of your halitosis and offer a solution.
Causes: Ninety percent of mouth odors come from mouth itself — either from the food you eat or bacteria that may be present. Most unpleasant odors originate from proteins trapped in the mouth that are processed by oral bacteria. When left on the tongue, these bacteria can cause an unpleasant smell. Dry mouth, sinus problems, diet and poor oral hygiene can also cause bad breath. In rare cases, a medical condition may be the cause.
Treatment: The best solution will depend on determining the real cause of your halitosis. If bad breath emanates from the mouth, it most commonly is caused by gum disease or even tooth decay, which need to be treated to correct the problem. If halitosis is of systemic (general body) origin, a more detailed examination might be needed from a physician. But the solution may also be as simple as demonstrating how to effectively remove bacterial plaque from your teeth, or offer instruction on proper tongue cleaning. If the cause is gum disease, we may suggest a deep cleaning and possible antibiotic therapy.
Contact us today to schedule an appointment to discuss any questions you may have regarding bad breath. Read more about this topic in the Dear Doctor magazine article “Bad Breath: More Than Just Embarrassing.”
Sleeping disorders impact people in different ways. For some people, they may feel they do not have a problem — except for the fact that their sleeping partner complains about their snoring. For others, they may know they have a snoring issue because they constantly wake themselves up gasping for air. This is a dangerous condition known as Obstructive Sleep Apnea OSA (“a” – without; “pnea” – breath). If any of these scenarios sound like your experience, then you may have OSA or another type of Sleep Related Breathing Disorder (SRBD). However, before jumping to conclusions, you need to obtain a thorough examination from a primary-care physician who is trained in sleep medicine in conjunction with our office. We have received training in the diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders. But the good news is that sleep apnea is a treatable condition.
As for your question, yes, there are many things we can do to treat your snoring after the cause of your problem is properly established. One helpful approach is through the use of a specially designed oral appliance that we custom make and fit to your mouth. It is easy to use during sleep. Once in place, it will keep your lower jaw in a forward position so that your tongue is held forward to stop blocking your upper airway (i.e. the back of your throat and area causing your snoring and hindering your breathing while you sleep). Another option is to use a Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) machine. This specialized machine requires you to sleep with a mask that covers your mouth and/or nose. While you sleep, it delivers continuous pressure to your windpipe so that your tongue is forced away from your airway.
If your snoring is keeping you or your loved ones awake, we are a good place to start. Contact us today to discuss your questions about snoring or to schedule an appointment. You can also learn more about snoring and sleep disorders when you continue reading the Dear Doctor magazine article “Sleep Disorders & Dentistry.”
If you wake yourself by snoring or have been told by others that you snore, you should share this fact with us during your next visit. Why? Many people are shocked to learn that their dentist is a vital resource for treating snoring and Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), a condition that occurs when the upper airway (back of your throat) is blocked or obstructed causing significant airflow disruption or even no airflow whatsoever for 10 seconds or more.
Self Test For Sleep Apnea
While your responses to the following questions are not a diagnosis for OSA, they can be warning signs that you may have OSA or another condition that is impacting your sleep.
- Are you a loud habitual snorer?
- Has anyone ever witnessed you holding your breath, gasping for air or even choking while asleep?
- Do you regularly feel un-refreshed or tired even after waking from eight or more hours of sleep?
- Do you find yourself easily falling asleep throughout your day at work or at home?
- Do you suffer from poor concentration or judgment, memory loss, irritability and/or depression from lack of sleep?
- Are you 15 pounds over the normal weight range for your height and/or does you neck measure more than 17 inches around if you are male and 16 inches if you are female?
If you answered, “yes” to any of the above questions, you should share your responses to all of these questions with both your physician and us so that you can receive a thorough examination to address your sleep concerns. And if you are diagnosed with OSA, we can help with specific oral treatment options that may work best for you.
Do you constantly feel like you are running on empty? Do you snore, feel like napping every day, or even drink multiple cups of coffee just for the caffeine boost? You may have a sleep related breathing disorder (SRBD) or Sleep Apnea (“a” – without; “pnea” – breath) in which your airways become obstructed causing chronic loud snoring. The good news is that we can help both diagnose and treat this disorder, which means you will be able to finally get the rest that you (and your sleeping partner) so desperately need.
The reason that sleep apnea is so disruptive to daily living is that it causes awakening for a few seconds up to 50 times per night, significantly decreasing the amount of deep sleep that is necessary for full rejuvenation. Airway blockage during sleep commonly results from obesity, an enlarged tongue or tonsils, and other factors that can cause your airway to close off when you lie down, all increasing the likelihood that you will suffer from sleep apnea. These conditions are dangerous and impair the brain and heart from receiving adequate oxygen, increasing your risk for both stroke and heart attack.
The study of sleep and its disorders is relatively new. One successful way to treat sleep apnea is with a “CPAP” machine which uses a Continuous Positive Airway Pressure mask overnight to keep air passages open while sleeping. Another more comfortable, less noisy, and unobtrusive method is to use Oral Appliance Therapy, which features an appliance like a retainer that can be custom fitted to your mouth made by a dentist trained in sleep medicine.
And yes, dentists are increasingly being recruited to help study and treat sleep disorders. There are actually several ways in which we can help. Because we see our patients on a regular basis, we are uniquely qualified to diagnose early signs of SRBDs. For example, if you start to snore almost immediately after falling asleep in the dental chair, we will be able to discuss this important warning sign with you. We can also examine the back of your mouth to see if you possess any of the traits that point to SRBDs, including large tonsils and/or an elongated uvula — the tissue in the back of your throat that looks like a little punching bag.
So, if you want to stop snoring and start sleeping well or you think you may have a SRBD, call our office to schedule a basic oral exam and consultation. If you would like to learn more about the link between dentistry and the treatment of sleep disorders, read the Dear Doctor magazine article “Sleep Disorders & Dentistry.” | <urn:uuid:e6155256-aeb9-4b69-b95c-4ae4ddd2ae81> | CC-MAIN-2020-05 | https://www.yourbeautifulsmile.com/blog/tag/common+symptoms.html | 2020-01-19T16:32:09Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-05/segments/1579250594662.6/warc/CC-MAIN-20200119151736-20200119175736-00166.warc.gz | en | 0.948339 | 1,715 |
Last Sunday, on the eve the wireless industry's largest tradeshow in Orlando, AT&T announced its plan to buy rival mobile service provider T-Mobile USA for $39bn. Were this merger allowed to proceed, AT&T would control more than 40% of all US wireless subscribers. (By way of comparison, the combined T-Mobile UK and Orange will control 37% of the UK mobile market.) Together, AT&T and Verizon Wireless would be an effective wireless duopoly, controlling nearly 80% of the market.
The significance of this type of consolidation can hardly be overstated: in a society where policymakers prefer to rely on competition – rather than regulation – to protect consumers, AT&T's proposed merger with T-Mobile could have serious ramifications for mobile phone users. Consumers' pocketbooks will likely be the hardest hit. T-Mobile caters to more price-sensitive customers; with its affordable monthly plans out of the picture, AT&T and Verizon will feel less pressure to compete on price with the far smaller Sprint, a company that the Wall Street Journal noted would be "a marginal No 3 player".
And this merger could lead to even greater price hikes for visitors to the US from abroad and Americans who travel frequently. Since T-Mobile and AT&T are the only major US carriers that use the GSM standard – the most popular mobile standard worldwide – AT&T could soon find itself with virtually no competition for these two classes of users. Overall, mobile phone users can expect higher bills, longer contracts and more hidden and confusing fees, if this merger comes to pass.
But the harms to consumers wouldn't just be monetary. In addition to its lower prices, T-Mobile is also known for its more user-friendly data policies. Unlike AT&T, which caps monthly data use, T-Mobile offers unlimited data plans to its users. What's more, AT&T's most generous data plan, which allows for 4GB of usage a month (roughly 12-24 hours of streaming video), will cost you one-and-a-half-times what T-Mobile's unlimited plan will. And while T-Mobile has never prevented its users from accessing the sites and services of their choice over its network, AT&T has, blocking access to Skype, Slingbox and Google Voice at various points during the last few years.
This last point could prove especially harmful given the current state of net neutrality in the United States. The phrase "net neutrality" refers to the idea that all internet traffic should be treated equally and that service providers should not be allowed to block, slow or degrade traffic based on its type, point of origin or destination. Though net neutrality has many vocal supporters in the US, including Minnesota Senator Al Franken, thus far, policy solutions that would write the principle of net neutrality into law have excluded mobile data providers from the rules. A lack of competition in the wireless marketplace, combined with a lack of strong net neutrality rules, could allow AT&T to block popular, high-bandwidth services like Netflix.
Still, even as AT&T works to cultivate an air of inevitability around this proposed merger, the company's acquisition of T-Mobile is anything but a fait accompli. Unlike the last large communications merger in the US, that of Comcast and NBC Universal, AT&T's merger with T-Mobile would be a "horizontal" merger – that is to say, a merger of two companies that compete to provide the same types of services. The New York Times and the Washington Post have already expressed scepticism about the merger and the Economist – a publication known for it market-friendly views – advocates that it be blocked. Historically speaking, it is horizontal mergers that have attracted the most scrutiny from the federal government.
It remains to be seen whether the department of justice, the Federal Communications Commission and the Obama administration possess the political will to deny this merger, but if they are to keep the best interests of wireless consumers in mind, then they should. | <urn:uuid:095ccc3a-1293-446b-be93-1c0bf4370cb9> | CC-MAIN-2015-14 | http://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/cifamerica/2011/apr/01/net-neutrality-mobilephones | 2015-03-29T19:45:38Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2015-14/segments/1427131298684.43/warc/CC-MAIN-20150323172138-00211-ip-10-168-14-71.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.947294 | 819 |
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An experienced team of Pelonngwe Wellness specialists guides you through new approaches to diagnosis and treatment of wellness challenges. The latest clinical advances are available to help balance hormones and chemistry, and evaluate behavior that governs defeating life style patterns. This approach goes far beyond the frenzy of many unsustainable weight loss programs found these days and unlocks the door to healthy thought patterns about self, rejuvenation, spiritual revival, increased energy and optimal aging. Support for your new, healthy patterns after your return home is included. | <urn:uuid:5fd1a157-6301-4fbf-bd99-75dc1b0ad77f> | CC-MAIN-2017-47 | http://www.pelonngwespa.com/spa-services-retreat-program/ | 2017-11-22T07:02:30Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-47/segments/1510934806509.31/warc/CC-MAIN-20171122065449-20171122085449-00458.warc.gz | en | 0.924018 | 107 |
Ok, with the help of JP and Melissa (I used their truck/car trailer) I was able to take the old pickup that Dad once owned, the 800 miles to see my him (WT Haynie). He expected my visit, but not the surprise that sat on my trailer.
My first plan was to drive it up to his house, but as I neared figured that I would simply back the trailer with the truck just outside of his sliding glass door where he begins each day viewing the world and contemplating direction. This was the better plan.
So at 7am (and hoping that he would soon be in his chair) I made it to the house and parked it quietly outside of his door – after 50 years, this truck had unexpectedly returned into his world.
It was kinda neat because as I stepped out of the tow vehicle (he was at the table) I could heard him hollering to someone else in the house to “come-look!, come-look at this!!!” I figured he either had an eyebrow hair that needed pulled or had indeed noticed his old truck – it was a good sound; and one of surprise.
As I looked in from outside I didn’t see a grumpy man of 82 taking his morning punch at the changing world outside, but I saw smiles and through out the day heard lots of seldom used chuckle’s – as a matter of fact it was that way the entire visit.
I’m not sure how it would be for any of us to see the same vehicle that we had owned and cared for FIFTY YEARS earlier, but I can tell you that as a mechanical-minded person; it meant alot to my father.
We took several rides that day, even drove it over to several of his local friends places of business (they had Hot-Rod projects too) and swapping stories of years and cars past. Dad would always begin by saying “I told you I had one,” and how he had traded that riding mower (which had thrown him off) for it in 1959.
Dad had stories about it all day…….(how he once used it to buy/sell Cadillac engines, how he ran it for two weeks without water (he would just stop and visit with a friend as it cooled – then go on, returning the same way) how he mixed concrete in the back of it after Hurricane Donna) and so on ……. even made me go get the neighbor immediately next door (rebuilding a later model pickup) so that he could tell his stories once again.
It was an active day for Dad right up until dark, at which time he was worn out (for good reason) and in bed by eight – all was very good.
Wasn’t a bad day for me either – plus I even found time (during his noon siesta) to take a ride to the nearby marina and walk the docks.
One more day in “Boca-Boca” (all the Seinfield facts are true) and I’ll head home…….. | <urn:uuid:e5baed2c-7ff4-4bc7-8ec5-2b88684c8943> | CC-MAIN-2018-43 | https://tomhaynie.wordpress.com/2008/11/05/trip-to-dads-boca-boca/ | 2018-10-23T21:31:30Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-43/segments/1539583517376.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20181023195531-20181023221031-00362.warc.gz | en | 0.992466 | 636 |
Depending on the motherboard, you can add video and graphics cards, a Solid State Drive and extra. The CPU motherboard also determines the sort and quantity of Random Access Memory you can use. Pair motherboards with CPUs of the same technology for the best efficiency, and to ensure they can work collectively. When constructing a brand new computer or upgrading an old one, concentrate on the computer’s Central Processing Unit first, because it defines many of the components a computer can use. It will also determine what you can do with the computer.
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Reuse of tin, silicon, iron, aluminium, and a variety of plastics that are present in bulk in computer systems or other electronics can reduce the prices of setting up new systems. Components regularly include copper, gold, tantalum, silver, platinum, palladium, and lead in addition to other useful supplies appropriate for reclamation. A mainframe computer is a a lot larger computer that usually fills a room and may price many lots of or 1000’s of times as much as a private computer. | <urn:uuid:3e7a0211-8c6a-41a5-addd-7929418cb049> | CC-MAIN-2021-21 | https://customtermpapershelp.net/computer-parts-pc-components-laptop-computers-led-lcd-tv-digital-cameras-and-more-5/ | 2021-05-10T18:10:27Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-21/segments/1620243991759.1/warc/CC-MAIN-20210510174005-20210510204005-00630.warc.gz | en | 0.94242 | 718 |
'Excuse me for a second. I have to deal with this,” she tells me - and because I am working for her, I excuse her. Practically anything she suggests is going to be fine with me. “All right! Boys in this room and girls in that room!” I hear her order over the phone. She comes back, and once again we are back to business. Rather, I'm back but I'm pretty sure she is not entirely with me. I hear another voice in the background, quite clearly communicating a complaint. I recognize that self-righteous whine. My children also used to turn informant on each other. “The girls get one and the boys get one!” the mother instructs in a tone she never uses with me. “Sorry,” she sighs, back with me again. “We re-discovered the walkie-talkies, but only have two. My children each have a friend over.” I remember those days, I tell her. Walkie-talkies are great for spies and rescue missions. “I'm going to start the laundry,” she continues, taking the phone with her. “Fine with me,” I answer. “Well, you're going to hear the water,” she warns and, in fact, I do. I laugh to myself because I recognize the soundtrack to her life. Mine sounded like that. For more than 17 years, I have also worked from home. I have talked to editors jiggling toddlers on my hip. I have closed the door to my office in a suicidal bid for silence while I conducted an interview over the phone. I never knew which was more ominous: screaming or sudden silence on the other side. I have taken my children along on stories. I have taken my children and their friends along on stories. I have promised magnificent adventures, rewards and treats - all after Mommy finishes just one more thing. I, too, worked with the push of the wind at my back and a tug on my sleeve, urging me to go faster - before something happened, before I ran out of time. Now I have plenty of time; I'm closer to the closing credits. Still, when I talk to these other mothers, I love to eavesdrop on their lives. I can relate to their multi-tasking. “One day I was unloading the dishwasher during a conference call when my boss asked about all the noise,” another woman recounts. “Now I mostly fold laundry.” I have nothing but sympathy and understanding for this sorority of mothers, working at home with one foot in each world. “Do you need to go?” I ask another writer as the crescendo of background cries hits a peak. “Hey, go play!” she yells, her mouth barely off the receiver. I hear a whispered conference call just off-stage. “It's OK,” she resumes. “They're hungry so I just told them to make peanut butter sandwiches. They have a friend over, and he says his mother makes his peanut butter sandwiches. “I told him that in this house, mothers do not make the peanut butter sandwiches for 8-year-olds.” We get back to discussing our project. “Hope those sandwiches came out OK,” I tell her as we say good-bye. “I'm sure they made a mess,” she laughs. “I'll just have to wipe up the jelly.” Don't we all? Teryl Zarnow writes about families for the Orange County Register and is the mother of three children, two boys and a girl. Write to her at The Orange County Register, P.O. Box 11626, Santa Ana, CA 92711. Or e-mail her at [email protected]. | <urn:uuid:84c343af-fa95-409b-b9d1-41d439a0ae45> | CC-MAIN-2016-44 | http://articles.aberdeennews.com/2007-10-14/news/26390899_1_mothers-sandwiches-teryl-zarnow | 2016-10-24T20:11:43Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-44/segments/1476988719754.86/warc/CC-MAIN-20161020183839-00178-ip-10-171-6-4.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.983723 | 811 |
He is yet to repeat the feat with his beloved Spurs, but Teemu is hoping victory at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday will provide some early Christmas cheer for all his fellow fans.
The 28-year-old said: “North London derbies are always exciting games. We’re yet to beat them during my time here, but I’ve already beaten them once before with Auxerre, so I know what it’s like!
“They’re always tough games and for the fans they’re massive because we haven’t beaten Arsenal in a while. It could be a very good Christmas present for the fans if we could beat them.
“The games are extra special for me because I was a Spurs fan growing up, and beating Arsenal with Auxerre is still a special memory for me. To do it again on Saturday would be very special, and a good Christmas present for us as well.”
Teemu is still buzzing from the heroic 2-0 Carling Cup quarter-final win over Manchester City on Tuesday and hopes we can carry this form into Saturday’s clash.
The Lapland-born midfielder was asked to fill in an unfamiliar right-back role after Didier Zokora’s early sending-off, but Teemu was just pleased to be involved.
He added: “It was only the second time I’ve ever played at right-back, but every game is the same. It went okay, but I was just happy to be playing. Maybe that gave me a bit of extra motivation.
“If you don’t win your cup games, you’re out, and we really wanted to go through against City, and now we’ve got Arsenal in the semis. Hopefully that result will give us a lot of confidence going into Saturday.”
North London derby days are always that little bit extra special for Teemu Tainio, being a lifelong Spurs fan.And the Fin has the happy memory of beating Arsenal in a Champions League match with previous club Auxerre back in 2002. | <urn:uuid:7380a345-245f-4e00-a139-92a5e833f64c> | CC-MAIN-2016-44 | http://www.tottenhamhotspur.com/news/extra-special-for-teemu-211207/ | 2016-10-28T06:23:54Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-44/segments/1476988721558.87/warc/CC-MAIN-20161020183841-00529-ip-10-171-6-4.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.967043 | 446 |
The peace lily is an ornamental plant generally sold for the home interior. It produces a white spathe or flower, which is forced by commercial growers to make it more appealing at market. Once the spathe is gone, you are left with lovely glossy green leaves, but what if you want that flower back?
Often, a peace lily won’t flower no matter how you care for it. This can be frustrating but there is a very good reason for this condition.
Peace Lily Facts
Peace lilies are members of the same family as philodendrons, both of which are Aroids. They are very popular tropical houseplants. Peace lily’s flower is especially appealing set amongst the dark green leaves. It lasts for at least a month but eventually fades and dies. A peace lily never flowers until it is mature. Professional growers know how to get a peace lily plant to bloom on command. They use a natural plant hormone to stimulate the plant into production.
It is not uncommon to find a peace lily not blooming, even when it is a healthy plant. They are native to the tropical Americas and found in dense forests where dappled sun is the chief source of light. They need humus rich soil and moderate moisture. The optimum growing conditions are between 65 and 86 degrees F. (18-30 C.). Warmer conditions encourage blooming.
The white spathe is actually not the flower but a modified leaf that encloses the actual flowers, which are tiny and insignificant. A peace lily won’t flower unless it is moist and warm enough with gentle lighting.
When Do Peace Lilies Flower?
Peace lilies are sold with a flower or spathe. It is an attractive feature, rising up creamy white from the center of the arching sword-like foliage. They are forced to bloom with gibberellic acid, a natural plant hormone that stimulates cell division and elongation.
The plants used to be raised to maturity and natural flowering before the appearance of gibberellic acid. The process could take up to a year before there are sellable plants. Your plant is usually not mature when it comes from a commercial grower today. That means it is not old enough to flower naturally. Additionally, site conditions need to be ideal and the plant needs to be fertilized.
When do peace lilies flower? They naturally flower in spring or early summer.
How to Get a Peace Lily Plant to Bloom
Your best chance if your peace lily never flowers is to check that you are giving it the correct cultivation. It needs well-draining potting soil, rich in organic matter. Water the plant two or three times per week. It is best to use distilled water, as these plants can be sensitive to some minerals and chemicals found in tap water.
Try feeding your plant a balanced houseplant fertilizer every two to three months.
Keep the plant in a low light situation out of direct sunlight, but bright enough you could read a book. Gradually move the plant to brighter light if it is in a very dark room. This could spur a non-blooming peace lily to flower just by virtue of more candles of light. | <urn:uuid:4591a839-77ee-4bea-bc26-f05808d0d572> | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/peace-lily/peace-lily-blooming.htm | 2023-06-09T07:22:00Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224655446.86/warc/CC-MAIN-20230609064417-20230609094417-00180.warc.gz | en | 0.942861 | 662 |
The program will begin at 10 a.m. with Pam Metts, regent of James Thomas Chapter KSDAR calling the meeting to order. Assisting the local DAR Chapter with the program include, Trigg County Judge-Executive Stan Humphries, members of American Legion Post 70, VFW, American Legion Ladies Auxiliary, VFW Auxiliary and W.O.W. Humphries will be the featured speaker. Veterans, Gold Star Mothers and wives will be recognized during the program. Members of the Pennyrile Color Guard will post the colors.
Special seating for Gold Star Mothers and wives is being arranged. The public is encouraged to attend this Memorial Day program. Clara Lawrence, chairman of the refreshment committee and members of James Thomas DAR chapter will serve refreshments at the conclusion of the program. | <urn:uuid:55552689-a4e2-40e7-85ff-d69182ecb885> | CC-MAIN-2015-48 | http://www.cadizrecord.com/view/full_story/18685490/article-County%E2%80%99s-Memorial-Day-program-set-for-Monday-at-Renaissance-Center?instance=left_column | 2015-11-28T02:32:23Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2015-48/segments/1448398450745.23/warc/CC-MAIN-20151124205410-00001-ip-10-71-132-137.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.917665 | 164 |
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It’s the darkness. It’s only 5:00 pm and the black curtain over the sky has dropped for the night. Slight depression slips in and laziness is at its all time high.
It’s the cold and you’ve noticed that you are suddenly gaining weight, you’re craving the sweets and starches; you are tired and constantly trying to stay focused in class but cannot; the worst part of it all: final exams and the stress on you make you irritable and increase in your anxiety.
What you are experiencing may be SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder). The change of the seasons is the cause, and you’re not alone.
According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, as many as half a million people in the US are diagnosed with the full-blown SAD disorder. While another 10-20% of the US population experience a milder form.
As the seasons change, the loss of light usually causes some strange effects.
“I don’t know why, but now I’m pissed off a lot, like all the time,” said freshman Addison Myer.
Other students said they noticed no change in their emotion and behavior, but some said the winter makes them feel “sad or depressed for no reason.”
The effects are stronger in women than in men, but anyone can experience the symptoms.
The tolerances are short, and the fuses are even shorter.
Irritability and short-tempers are common in the hallways of Penn Manor, especially now with the on-set of winter.
“I’ve noticed it a lot in my friend,” a sophomore here at Penn Manor said. “Tension is really in the air now. I feel like anything I say she’ll snap and get mad at me for, and then I get mad because she got mad at me for nothing!”
“I think I mostly get grumpy and unhappy because it’s getting colder, and exams are coming up.” said senior Marie Ondeck.
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Gabriel Haritos on the shifting geopolitics of the Cyprus-Turkey-Israel triangle
"Cyprus, Turkey, and Israel: Changing Realities and Dilemmas"
The author, Gabriel Haritos, is "a doctoral candidate in the Department of International and European Studies at the University of Macedonia in Thessaloniki, Greece and an intern at the Moshe Dayan Center for Middle Eastern and African Studies at Tel Aviv University". From some follow-up correspondence with Haritos, I gather that he is currently in Jerusalem doing research in the Israeli national archives. (For people who read Greek, he also has a blog.)
I once had an e-mail exchange with a former British diplomat who repeated the standard "realist" slogan, usually attributed to Palmerston, that states don't have permanent friends or permanent enemies, only permanent interests. Actually, those "national interests"—perceived or objective, real or alleged—aren't permanent either. They also change, for various kinds of reasons—political, ideological, and otherwise. Sometimes those reasons are partly geological, as in this case.
=> Some highlights from the Haritos piece, which is brief and worth reading in full:
Over the past year, the Cypriot government has been implementing a dramatic pro-Israeli shift in its foreign policy. Not long ago, such a pro-Israeli orientation would have been inconceivable, given that Cypriot foreign policy and public opinion have traditionally favored the Arab parties to the Arab-Israeli conflict. Interestingly, the newly elected President of the Republic of Cyprus, Nikos Anastassiades, does not face any domestic opposition to this change. In the wake of Cyprus’s economic crisis, which is radically affecting the Cypriot banking system and domestic economy, and also against the background of the sharp deterioration in Turkish-Israeli relations following the 2010 Mavi Marmara incident, Anastassiades and his political opponents agreed that creating strong ties with Israel on common oil and natural gas exploitation projects in the South East Mediterranean was the best political course."I can't help reflecting that "Israeli diplomatic skills" have been in very short supply for a while now.
A clear indication of Cyprus’s pro-Israeli regional policy occurred on February 11, 2013, when the Cypriot government signed an agreement according to which the Israeli companies Avner Oil & Gas and Delek Drilling were granted 30% of the US-based Noble Energy Oil Company's exploration and exploitation rights on Cyprus’s EEZ (exclusive economic zone) [...] Block 12, which borders Israel’s EEZ Leviathan Block in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea. The Cypriot Minister of Commerce Neoclis Silikiotis emphasized the political dimensions of this agreement, noting the importance of regional political cooperation with Israel. [....]
The first President-elect of the Republic of Cyprus, Archbishop Makarios III, fashioned a distinct Cypriot foreign policy [....] As a result of Makarios’ priorities, Cyprus became an active member of the anti-western Non-Aligned Movement and strengthened its political ties with Nasserist Egypt by Makarios would gain the support of numerous Afro-Asian and Arab states’ votes at the UN in order to change the intra-Cypriot bi-communal constitutional status and to strengthen the political role of Cyprus’s central administration.
At the same time, Cyprus was the only country in the Near and Middle East region that maintained full and formal diplomatic relations with Israel [....]"
After the Turkish invasion in 1974, Cypriot foreign policy was directed at achieving the reunification of the island, the return of the Greek-Cypriot refugees to their properties in the Turkish-occupied north and the withdrawal of Turkish troops. On the regional scene, Cypriot foreign policy continued to follow pro-Arab tendencies, still hoping to obtain broad Arab support in the UN and other international organizations. [....]
Since 2002 Ankara has gradually adopted a new foreign policy doctrine based on the ruling AKP’s perception of the country’s historic leadership role in the Middle East, which aims to expand Turkey’s political and anti-Israel voices were multiplying amongst Turkish decision-makers.
In June 2010, Turkey used the Mavi Marmara flotilla incident to clarify its new pro-Arab regional policy objectives. It was surely not a coincidence that according to the Mavi Marmara’s itinerary, the port of Famagusta in Turkish-occupied northern Cyprus was the last stop before the port of Gaza. In this way, Ankara aimed to connect the Israeli embargo on the port of Gaza, which exclusively serves a Palestinian population, with the international embargo on the Muslim support for Ankara's interests in Cyprus.
Turkey’s use of the port of Famagusta has always been a thorny issue for the Republic of Cyprus. As a result, Cypriot authorities denied the Mavi Marmara flotilla entrance into their territorial waters. This decision was the first sign of Nicosia’s new regional foreign policy. It was Turkey’s new Middle East doctrine that prompted Nicosia to re-evaluate its position in the region: shortly after the incident, Israeli-Cypriot cooperation on oil and natural gas exploitation was announced, followed by substantial steps promoting further political and diplomatic cooperation. An unprecedented military agreement was signed between the two countries on February 16, 2012, according to which Israeli military planes and vessels can use Cypriot military bases in order to protect common natural gas projects within the Cypriot and the Israeli EEZs.
[....] Because Turkey disputes Cyprus’s maritime borders, Cypriot natural resources exploitation projects add even more disputed areas between Cyprus and Turkey, the most important of which is on Block 12 within the Cypriot EEZ, where Israel and Cyprus are already collaborating.
Israel, on the other hand, cannot disregard the fact that while its partnership with the Republic of Cyprus within the Cypriot EEZ is important for its economy in the decades to come, Turkey's geostrategic role is extremely important for its national security. Repairing and renewing ties with its geostrategic ally (Turkey) while further developing its energy partnership with Cyprus and seeking ways to develop broader regional cooperation in the natural gas sector will surely challenge Israeli diplomatic skills in the months and years ahead.
In that regard, achieving the long-elusive solution to the Cyprus issue would be a boon to regional stability. In its absence, Cyprus’'s offshore energy reserves, rather than guaranteeing a prosperous future for all parties involved, are likely to provide a new focus of tensions in the always volatile Middle East.The latter option strikes me as more likely. But I guess we'll see. | <urn:uuid:0d268a91-5b83-4255-a915-c7dd1ca42067> | CC-MAIN-2017-04 | http://jeffweintraub.blogspot.com/2013/05/gabriel-haritos-on-shifting-geopolitics.html | 2017-01-23T12:35:29Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560282926.64/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095122-00386-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.946559 | 1,392 |
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August 8 is the big day. One year ago my babies entered the world not knowing what to expect in the weeks to come. Without your love, support, and dedication, the quints’ first year would not have been possible. We appreciate you being a part of our lives and making us a complete family. Please help us celebrate this special day. We request only your attendance In saying this, I am attaching their invitation to their birthday party. I want each and everyone of you to attend. Please. This is a celebration event. We want to thank everyone! We are not asking for presents just your attendance.
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SPECIFICATIONS Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price $ 29,505 Price As Tested $ 30,119 Engine Type 4.3 Liter V6 w/SCPI* Engine Size 262 cid/4293 cc Horsepower 190 @ 4400 RPM Torque (lb-ft) 250 @ 2800 RPM Wheelbase/Width/Length 107.0"/66.5"/180.9" Transmission Four-speed automatic Curb Weight 4240 Pounds Fuel Capacity 19.0 gallons Tires (F/R) P235/70R15 Brakes (F/R) Disc (ABS)/drum (ABS) Drive Train Front-engine/all-wheel-drive Vehicle Type Five-passenger/four-door Domestic Content N/A Coefficient of Drag (Cd.) N/A PERFORMANCE EPA Economy, miles per gallon city/highway/average 16/21/18 0-60 MPH 11.3 seconds 1/4 Mile (E.T.) 17.8 seconds @ 78.4 mph Max towing capacity 5000 pounds * Sequential central port fuel injection
(General Motors is a great one for getting as much mileage from one design as possible. With the Oldsmobile Bravada, it entered the upscale segment of the sports/utility market. Bob Hagin thinks that's just fine but Matt Hagin still prefers having a low-range transfer case on hand - just in case.)
MATT - When the marketing guys at Oldsmobile say that they're going for the upscale end of the market with the Bravada, they aren't kidding. According to their press kit, the Average Bravada owner family is in the $100,000 per year income category, college grads and in white collar "professional" jobs. They also point out that 60 percent of their new Bravadas are titled to females.
BOB - True, but I don't think that the sales guys require a copy of a buyer's 1040 income tax form or a diploma, Matt. For what it is, it's a good buy for any family looking for a multi-purpose vehicle. The Bravada is really comfortable and has all kinds of luxury stuff like leather seats and power lumbar adjustments on the front seats. In '96, GM went over to the "aerodynamic look" for this very fancy truck. It's even more sedan-like in that it's got full-time four-wheel-drive so the driver doesn't have to play with buttons or levers when the road gets rough, wet or slippery.
MATT - The system that works it is pretty slick, Dad. The differences between the front and rear tire road friction on dry pavement is automatically taken care of by a liquid-filled viscous coupling in the transfer case, and there's also an Eaton-brand limited slip differential in the back axle, in case things really get slippery at low speeds. It's all one system and it also includes an anti-skid brake system. The ABS works independently in the front, but works on both rear brakes at once. The company calls the system "SmarTrak" and when I'm going skiing and I spot a patch of snow and ice on the road, I don't need to panic, because Bravada will automatically engage 4wd as soon as it detects slippage. That's real-world driving.
BOB - And that includes not having to shift the Bravada. The Oldsmobile plan to market this vehicle to Baby Boomers is evident in the fact that a five-speed transmission isn't offered and the driveline doesn't have a transfer case with a low range for going over boulders and such. The Bravada isn't just a fair-weather friend since it's obviously designed to operate on snow, ice and rain. But don't be in a hurry to plan a trip down through the desert in Baja California. Bravada is better suited for negotiating the slippery highways of Lake Tahoe.
MATT - That lack of a transfer case would bother me a bit, Dad, but maybe my rough-road days are coming to a close. The Bravada is indeed a paved-road SUV and it's 4.3 liter V6 engine is more proof. Its acceleration is amazingly quick and with 190 horses, it can blow the doors off of lots of very good sedans. It's a vintage pushrod design and appears to be a three/quarter version of the old reliable GM "small block" V8, except that the V6 has a built in countershaft to cancel out any engine vibration.
BOB - The Bravada has its headlights on all the time that it's on the road and for a long time, I thought it was a foolish gimmick. But as I get used to daylight running lights being a feature on a lot of modern cars, I find that it helps identify cars that are in moving traffic, especially in the twilight hours. In this era of heavy traffic, an old guy like me needs all the visual help he can get. Another helpful feature that I really liked on the Bravada was the built-in garage door opener that's in a console over the windshield. You put your hand-held opener up to it, push its button a couple of times and that sets the one in the Bravada. From then on, you can park in the garage without having to play with the old hand-held opener on the visor.
MATT - I don't see how that would help you, Dad. You've got so many old car parts in your garage, you had to hang Mom's bicycle from the rafters.
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Winooski is a city in Chittenden County, Vermont, in the United States. Located at the mouth of the Winooski River, as of the 2000 census the city population was 6,561. It is part of the Burlington-South Burlington, VT Metropolitan Statistical Area.
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Game of Thrones: Episode Six - The Ice Dragon Reviews
We knew this wasn't going to end in happiness for the Forresters - if it had, I'd be crying foul that it didn't feel like Game of Thrones at all. The problem is that sense of inevitability mixes with the lack of resolution for major parts of the plot in an unappealing way. Most of what this uneven season finale has to offer is found in a few strong moments and continued hope for answers to questions in a hypothetical season 2.
An unsatisfying end to what has been Telltale's weakest game of recent years, with Game Of Thrones proving a poor fit for their usual formula.
The finale races by without pause, stuttering periodically with character logic, but is largely successful in making the player want to see more
Game of Thrones' finale includes surprising twists, gut-wrenching decisions, and myriad branching paths, encouraging you to return to Westeros one more time.
The Ice Dragon caps off a year of fretting and worrying. Telltale's take on Game of Thrones has been spot-on in that regard. Now that it's over it's almost a relief, even with a bleak end.
Out of the six episodes, The Ice Dragon stands head and shoulders above the rest. Although this was to be expected, as with most story-driven games, this final instalment does a grand job in showing just how cinematic Telltale's adventure series have grown while passionately adhering to source material.
Game of Thrones: Episode 6 is a fitting conclusion, but the series as a whole has faltered to the point that many will find it unsatisfying. If you were seeking redemption from this finale you will find a little, but not enough to put this into the usual realm of Telltale excellence.
TellTale's meandering Game of Thrones ends with an episode that is very much like the rest of the series. Just "alright".
Telltale has put together an incredible Game of Thrones story. I've said all along in my previous reviews that I am happier with this than the television show proper, and I stand by that. I still can't wait for HBO's next season to debut, but I'm far more interested in seeing what happens with this story.
The final episode in Telltale's episodic series raises more questions than it answers, but doesn't lack for action or drama
As a big fan of Telltale's work, and a Game of Thrones aficionado, I found this to be a dismal letdown. I expected better – hell, I at least expected to feel something at the end of this chapter. Instead, I feel nothing. I'm just completely apathetic to the whole thing, and I feel no reason to be excited about a second season because, well… it'll just be more of the same, if past experience is any indicator.
As far as season finales go, The Ice Dragon brings no shortage of excitement to the table, but fans looking for confirmation that their choices really mattered will be left disappointed. For the rest of the crowd, there's ample amount of action and plot developments to keep things moving at a staggering pace, and Game of Thrones fans should be left satisfied – though perhaps not ecstatic – with the end result.
Game of Thrones: Episode 6 – The Ice Dragon offers an alright ending to a slightly disappointing spin-off overall. We struggled to care about a lot of the deaths here, but the story moves along reasonably well and it sets up what we hope will prove a superior second season. It can't light a candle to some of Telltale's finer work, but it's never been outwardly bad. If that's the best that can be said about a six episode series, though, it's not a resounding endorsement, is it?
Game of Thrones finale has the big, brutal moments you'd expect, but they are diluted by technical issues and a feeling of unfinished business.
Games of Thrones Episode Six The Ice Dragon is an awesome narrative of a family that does everything in its power to keep it. Thanks to a variety of choices and characters you care about, it's an emotional ending to a wild first season.
Although it's been a bit uneven as a whole, Telltale's Game of Thrones series concludes with multiple bangs thanks to a deep and memorable final episode. Multiple outcomes -- including some rather sad ones -- also combine to create a replayable and continually interesting finale.
Likewise, the season-long trial for Gared Tuttle to discover the fabled "North Grove" detailed by his family also comes to its conclusion, with its end in particular providing plenty of promise and airs of spectacle. While Gared's storyline was never in particular one of my favorites in the series – given its heavy resemblance to that of Jon Snow's in the television series – the finale provides some great closure in Gared's story, despite his action having been so secluded from the rest of the Forrester clan in comparison. Despite some of the more uneven aspects of the series as a whole – its mixed visual style and its sometimes over reliance on recreating events similar to the original television series – "The Ice Dragon" proves to be a finale as satisfying as much as it is incredibly bloody and heartbreaking in many ways. Though Game of Thrones' experience wasn't always at the level of some of Telltale's previous efforts like The Walking Dead or this year's Tales from the Borderlands, Episode 6 brings the Forrester's tale to a close, but leaves more than a few loose ends to clearly suggest that their tale may be able to continue for additional seasons. Even though winter is coming, it's clear that the Forrester's tale of vengeance and redemption is just beginning.
Although Telltale's "Game of Thrones" series started out on a promising note, the constant barrage of shocking and depressing developments involving its protagonists will test even the most well-adjusted person. The fact that episode six fails to provide a resolution to House Forrester's story and kicks the can down toward a second season also leaves players hanging. Fans who enjoy Game of Thrones' gritty and brutal storytelling might enjoy the ride. For others, however, the unyielding narrative formula eventually gets a bit old.
It's been an tumultuous journey to get to this point, to be sure, but no one person's story in Game of Thrones ever goes quite the way it was envisioned.
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God's Provision for Our Salvation and Sanctification
by Bob DeWaay
"And they were continually devoting themselves to the apostles' teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer." (Acts 2:42)
A soldier in Iraq emailed CIC a few weeks ago. His message exposes an alarming trend in evangelicalism: to replace the Bible with man-made programs. Here is a portion of the email:
I am currently serving in Iraq. I am in the Army National Guard. "A lot" of PDL [Purpose Driven Life] study groups have sprouted up at various camps around Iraq. The people in my unit have done the PDL study 3 times now! They started for 3 months, then again started again for 3 months, and AGAIN started the “same” study. (continuous back-to-back-to-back) At no time have I EVER seen one of them carry a bible into the study. I finally decided to join them on their 3rd study (I was given the book before we deployed on Dec. 1, 2003 and I have never looked at it until mid-August 2004)...I didn't know anything about the book and I was the only one who brought their bible and used other bible passages that pertained to the chapter that day. It just seems like this “study” is sweeping quickly and people are replacing the ever-living Word of God for a man-made book. A good friend and I have been talking a lot about the principles and teachings of Rick Warren and his ‘light’ approach to the gospel. It seems no one is preaching the Word of God.
Critical Issues Commentary has received dozens of similar emails from around the world. These emails express alarm that “Bible studies” no longer study the Bible and that sermons are no longer based on sound exegesis of Biblical texts. Literally, the Word of God is too often being pushed aside in Christian circles.
This article focuses on the Biblical means God has provided for all Christians to grow in the grace and knowledge of the Lord. These means may not be flashy, popular, or trendy, but they will always be effectual when practiced in faith. The following are NOT God’s means of changing lives: mystical practices, self-help groups, Purpose Driven Life study groups, contemplative prayer, twelve step groups, or going to meetings where people are “slain under the power.” These and other popular programs are sad, unbiblical substitutes that eventually lead to spiritual impoverishment.
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I have my order for pop rocks placed, but just recently decided to send my mare off for a month's worth of training starting Sept. 1st, and I think she would greatly benefit from having the PBR during training. Unfortunately they aren't going to arrive until about half-way through.
Does anyone have some extra packets they'd be willing to ship to me? I have Paypal and will send money immediately, just let me know how many you can send and what you're asking for them via PM!
Thanks COTHers! The training is putting enough of a dent in my college student budget that I don't want to add a dozen $40 UlcerGuard tubes on top of that!
Pardon my ignorance, but what are blue pop rocks? \:-0!!??
Blue pop rocks are Abler enteric coated omeprazole granules which are often used for prevention and treatment of Equine Gastric Ulcers. They are called as such because they kind of look like blue pop rocks! (however considering how fizzy pop rocks are, real blue pop rocks seem like the exact opposite of what you'd want for ulcers.)
I'm looking for some, too. Horse is going to training in Nov. and I suspect he may have ulcers. Ordered the pop rocks but of course they're on back order and won't arrive for 3-4 weeks. If anyone has some they can part with, I'd be ever so grateful. Thanks!
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New Interactive Maps Powerfully Illustrate the Post-Roe Abortion Care Landscape
Ahead of the 50th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, new interactive maps from Power to Decide’s Abortion Finder provide a compelling illustration of the terrible new chapter for abortion access that’s unfolded over the past year.
“January 22 would have—and should have—marked the 50th anniversary of Roe v. Wade,” said Power to Decide CEO Raegan McDonald-Mosley, MD, MPH. “But instead of reflecting on the progress made in improving reproductive well-being for people over the last half-century, we are again fighting for the right to access abortion care. The new abnormal for abortion as well as reproductive well-being more broadly can be described in only one word: chaos.”
The Abortion Finder interactive maps convey the chaos sparked by the Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization on June 24, 2022, which rolled back generations of reproductive rights by overturning Roe v. Wade—and now jeopardizes the reproductive rights of generations to come.
In some states, the impact was felt well before the actual decision was released. For instance, following the leak of Justice Samuel Alito’s draft decision in May, Oklahoma became the first state in the nation to begin enforcing a total ban on abortion, and South Dakota’s sole abortion provider closed in anticipation of Dobbs.
Only 48 hours after the ruling, abortion care providers had closed across nine states. The following months were filled with legal confusion and uncertainty, as abortion bans and restrictions were variously implemented, challenged, enforced and/or lifted in states across the country.
As a result, 14 states are now without a health center that offers any abortion care, impacting more than 72 million people, including more than 15 million people who could become pregnant.
“The barriers to abortion access have always been disproportionately high for young people, people of color, people living in rural areas, and people struggling to make ends meet,” said Dr. McDonald-Mosley. “These new abortion bans and restrictions put people’s health at risk and ignore the critical need for such care.
“Abortion care is every bit as necessary as it was before Dobbs, or Roe, or at any point in history. It is essential, time-sensitive care that protects people’s health, their families and their lives. With Abortion Finder and other resources from Power to Decide, we will continue to connect people with information and access to care as quickly and seamlessly as possible.”
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Since 1989, the Arkansas government has pursued public school choice by requiring public and charter schools to accept inter-district transfer students. But with a lack of mandatory reporting on seating capacity, a failure to ensure that state and local dollars flow with the child, and an arbitrary three percent cap on how many inter-district transfers a school district can allow in a year, there is still much to improve when it comes to the state’s open enrollment policy.
Under the current legislation, public and charter schools must have open enrollment policies, with few exceptions – including those subject to court-ordained desegregation orders. School districts can’t charge tuition to open enrollment students and must give priority to students transferring districts to be with a sibling and those unable to transfer in prior years. While parents remain responsible for transporting children to their new district, districts willing to cooperate in providing public transport options can do so.
Data provided by the Arkansas Department of Education shows large numbers of open enrollment students, confirming the program’s popularity. Only 48 of the state’s 266 traditional public school districts accepted no transfers in 2018-2019.
The three percent cap should be abolished to provide further opportunity and choice to parents and students across the state. Instituted in 2013, the cap was intended to replace a previous rule which explicitly prevented students from enrolling in school districts where members of their own race are more represented than in the one they reside within. This rule, to prevent students from sorting into schools along racial lines, was deemed unconstitutional for violating the 14th Amendment’s ‘equal protection’ clause. Arkansas legislators then instituted a cap without reference to race as a means of preventing rapid “re-segregation” while ensuring a constitutionally valid Public School Choice Act.
However, school districts that are subject to desegregation orders are already exempt from the program and maintaining caps or other caveats on public school choice only undermines the interests of the marginalized communities that desegregation policies intend to support.
Public school choice plays an essential role in remedying social inequality. Wealthy parents already exercise their own form of school choice, as they can afford to relocate their families to areas with preferable schools or enroll their kids in private schools of their choice.
When desegregation orders were first introduced in Arkansas’ schools, white families, who were typically more affluent than their black counterparts, responded by moving out of urban areas and into the suburbs. This perversely increased segregation not only of school districts but entire communities. In 1970, three in four residents of Little Rock, the state capital and its most populous city, were white and one in four residents were black. By 2010, less than half of the city’s population was white, and 42 percent was black.
The central tenet of school choice is divorcing the link between a student’s zip code and their school. This has the potential to support desegregation efforts by encouraging diverse communities. But an arbitrary cap limits this effect.
Public school choice is more popular among African American families than those of other demographics. In the 2012-13 school year, 72 percent of school choice transfers in Arkansas were by white students, with whites accounting for 77 percent of Arkansas’ population in 2010. African Americans were the second-highest demographic for school choice transfers, accounting for 20 percent of transfers in that year despite comprising just 15 percent of the Arkansan population. This is a significant overrepresentation.
As African Americans tend to be in the public schools with worse outcomes, it’s not hard to see why school choice programs are appealing. In 2018, African American kids in Arkansas public schools graduated high school at nearly a four percent lower rate than average. Almost three in four African American children in 10th grade required additional support in mathematics and over half required additional support in literacy. Less than half of their Caucasian and Hispanic peers reported the same. Strong correlations also exist between economic disadvantage and below-average graduation rates and test scores.
Giving disadvantaged or marginalized families more choice in finding public schools with the right support can be life-changing, and it’s no wonder then that consistent majorities of African Americans in Louisiana, Tennessee, Alabama, and other states express support for school choice.
Arkansas could also foster school choice by eliminating, or reducing, the role of local revenue in public school finance. Schools would be incentivized to engage in school choice if they received the same revenue for accepting inter-district transfers as they would for educating a local child. Mandatory reporting on seating capacity and other factors would also ensure that schools aren’t turning away inter-district transfers on spurious grounds.
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Thou shalt have no other dogs before me.
Thou shalt not closeth the bathroom door.
Thou shall not utter the “G” word in vain (go?)
Be not miserly with the belly rubs, yea, continue on until I hearken “enough!”
Thou shalt not feign sleep when I would rise, neither shalt thou rise when I would slumber.
Thou shalt not replace carpet with wood flooring, as scooting without friction is merely smearing.
Thou shalt not commit adultery(if I cannot, why shalt thou?)
Thou shalt not giveth me of the dry bread of the burger, nor of the pickle, but of the beef and cheese thereof.
Thou shalt not close the lid on the porcelain bowl, that I might quench my thirst without so journeying across the wasteland to the kitchen.
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Nova10009 Aprile 2008
factors issues should future car interfaces take into account? The need to monitor the driver and to
mitigate driver distraction and inattention came out often in talking with Brian
Lathrop (Volkswagen Electronic Research Lab) Brian is one of the organizers of the special interest group
“Interaction in the Automobile” which is meeting this morning at CHI 2008.
Here’s the interview:
computers, the number of functions that cars are offering to drivers is
increasing. Is this always for good?
inevitably place more cognitive, motor, and visual resource demands on the
driver, leading to increased opportunities for driver distraction – and
possibly increased accident rates. In order to counteract these additional
demands it will be important to develop appropriate distraction mitigation
strategies in the form of variable driver assistance systems. Such strategies will need to take into
account the nature and severity of the distraction and deploy the appropriate
warnings and countermeasures. Additionally, designing the appropriate HMI to
mediate interaction between the driver and in-vehicle systems will be equally
important. Using internal and external vehicle sensors can help to inform
whether in-vehicle systems should be operated in the current driving conditions
automotive industry is approaching the design of in-car interfaces?
automotive industry uses a number of approaches to design in-vehicle
interfaces. One common method for designing and evaluating driver assistance
HMIs is to prototype the system in a driving simulator and test its
effectiveness with users. A common approach
for designing and evaluating HMIs for infotainment systems is to perform
usability studies with prototypes of the system (e.g., A-Samples, B-Samples,
etc). In addition to these two common
methodologies, heuristic evaluation, design guides, and market reviews (e.g.,
via JD Power) are applied to the design of the infotainment and driver
What is the
NHTSA 100 Car Naturalistic Study and is it important for interaction design?
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has released a summary of the
Virginia Tech Transportation Institute study of pre-crash naturalistic driving
data collected through instrumented vehicles. Drivers used these vehicles in their normal daily routines, were given
no special instructions, no experimenter was present, and the data collection
instrumentation was unobtrusive. According to the report, nearly 80 percent of all crashes and 65 percent
of all near-crashes involved driver inattention, just prior (within 3 seconds)
to the onset of the incident.
important for interaction design because it suggests that important design
considerations for future driver assistance systems should be the inclusion of
a driver monitoring system. By
monitoring driver eye gaze and/or head position/orientation (proxy for driver
inattention), appropriate HMI warning types and strategies can be devised for
purposes of mitigating driver distraction. Additionally, these systems can
serve a double-use for certain types of user interactions with in-vehicle
speech and manual interfaces (e.g., gaze-dependent).”
How do you
imagine the interaction between driver and car in the future, thanks to the
research that is being discussed at your special interest group?
in autonomy will increase, leaving the driver the opportunity to engage in an
increasing number of non-driving activities (e.g., work, entertainment,
communication, etc). It is unlikely, however, that the driver will be
completely removed from all driving related tasks. Responsibilities will likely
change from full control to system and state monitoring. This is similar to the
way pilots’ responsibilities have changed in the aviation industry with the
emergence of automated flight. The HMI will still be very important for safe
travel, as strategies will need to be devised to ensure that the driver is
rapidly and accurately brought back into the driving loop when critical events
arise (e.g., system failure, decision points, etc).”
If you found this interview interesting, do
not forget to read the one with David Krum (Bosch Research).
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I can’t believe I am not tired at this moment! The house is quiet. I almost stepped on those two cats sleeping right outside my bedroom door. I simply amazed by my “explosion of passion” for writing. I cannot sleep, and I cannot hold back what is happening to me.
A good friend suggested that I start a blog. This was because I was emailing all of my friends like crazy. I was writing to friends from childhood and all parts of my life. It was therapy for me, and I received such an amazing array of heartfelt support while my mom was on a respirator for two months starting last November. I didn’t think that 50-year-old women blogged!
Her suggestion had me wondering. I asked her, “What would I write about?” Her response was that I could write anything I wanted. The blog would be about me! That sounded very peculiar. I’ve been caring for so many people for such a long time. While I was living it, I never dreamed I would someday write about it. Who would want to read what I’ve written? That didn’t matter, since the therapy was truly “getting it out.” I wanted to share because I felt it would help connect me with other people. I’m surprised at the many positive things that have happened for me since I’ve begun writing this blog. I’ve discovered that my sense of humor is still intact.
I just finished writing the prior post, “Grief 101.” So it seems that therapy for post-traumatic stress was the whole purpose behind this blog. It has been a way to release the trauma that has remained inside me for many years. I am a perfectionist, and a creative person; I’ve lived my whole life with boundaries, but decided to let those go..
My own parents were the ones that truly helped me carry the bricks on my back. My mother and father felt my pain. They helped me with my challenging children. They came along on vacations to help us. My mother listened to me share with her every little joy and pain regarding her grandchildren. Gradually, starting about ten years ago, my parents began to change. It was slow and imperceptible. They started needing me more. And that began to only increase with their age. I was patient and loving, as they have always been that way with me.
As strong as I was, it was hard for me to stomach my mother’s pain and suffering. I thought I was stronger, and I thought that since losing parents was a part of life – it shouldn’t be hard for someone who has survived the death of a child. And I had survived it so well, I thought!
From hypnotherapy, I learned the simple phrase “Up and out.” Up and out simply meant that it was so much better to gets things out, rather than to let them fester. Because so many years had gone by since my son died, I was surprised that I still had so many feelings surrounding my grief. Initially, expressing my feelings through writing was so cathartic that it was like throwing up and feeling better after.
In the past, I used to stuff my feelings inside. When I became connected to my heart and I transformed, I became much more honest. I want to share a story that demonstrates what happened when I was honest about my feelings. Once a month, I planned a dinner with some wonderful women. We called ourselves “The Special Moms Group” because we had met at a weekend retreat held for mothers of children with special needs.
At one of our dinners, a mother brought her new baby to the restaurant. I had always hoped this mother would take a chance and have another child, despite her very real worries that he might have autism like his older brother. It was such a courageous and beautiful decision she had made after many years. All the other mothers were quite excited about seeing the new baby.
As everyone cooed over her baby and took turns feeding him, I shared my honest feelings. I mentioned that I was uncomfortable when it came to holding babies. The other mothers looked at me with surprise. They didn’t believe I could share something like that.
In the past, I would not have said anything. Now, as all of these mothers took a turn, I became uncomfortable because I was the only one there who didn’t hold the new baby. For the rest of the evening, I felt very disconnected. The next day, I casually confided to a mom who wasn’t at that dinner how I had felt so distant from all the other mothers that night.
This ultimately led to an “up and out” feeling for me. I pondered why I had made the statement of being so uncomfortable holding her baby. But then I explained to my friend why I thought that way. Before I had my children, I was very inexperienced and hadn’t had much exposure to infants. In my family, I was the baby. When Jason was born, I had few good memories of his infancy because he was so very sick and I was often overwhelmed. Then I reminded her that the new baby’s name was Jason.
My friend’s response was very touching. She told me that she was very sorry for how alone and isolated I felt. She also understood that it wasn’t the time to fully share where I was coming from. She said, “My dear Judy, so many memories you have of your Jason, and missing him. Having things like this trigger it all can be more than a mother’s heart should have to endure. I am so sorry for your loss, for your sorrow. Thank you for trusting me enough to share this.”
My friend’s words were very helpful for me. I thanked her because our exchange really helped me understand and “unstuff” my feelings. Even though I was disconnected because I admitted my frailty, I was absolutely thrilled to see this mom’s joy about her new baby, which she most certainly deserved.
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More and more, London is turning into a city of memory.
That concept first took root in my mind when I played volunteer auxiliary tour guide to 10 Japanese women in Boston circa 1998. Ten years had already passed since the nine I lived there. Wherever I took those women, wherever I looked – every attraction, every restaurant, seemingly every street corner — I could mentally replay a significant scene from my life. A few years ago, I realized the same was becoming true of New York, where I’ve now been a native for 22 years. Last week, London joined the list.
Except for the occasional day trip to New York in my teens and college years, London predates both those cities in my life. I made my first two forays down from Manchester in the spring of 1975 – an incredible 35 years ago – and that doesn’t even count the many times I had already encountered London through literature. Then I was a 20-year-old college student on her study-abroad, with, she presumed, a brilliant career in journalism ahead. I return now as woman well into middle age, that career behind her and not quite so brilliant as her younger self expected.
It’s already been six years since my last time in London, which was the first time I felt the city had finally shaken off its postwar mentality of stoically making do and jumped into the contemporary world of gleaming glass towers by Norman Foster and breakfasts where yogurt with granola and fruit have replaced the baked beans. (I missed the Swinging ‘60s and thus can’t speak for the zeitgeist back then.) Some things about the new London are easily recognizable, some barely at all – in the city and in me.
For one thing, I’m no longer willing to tackle the stairs and escalators of the Underground system with Big Blue. so I let myself be whisked to Paddintgon Station in 15 minutes on the Heathrow Express ($50 round trip, and worth every penny). I also seem to have abandoned my traditional walk: I would start at Westminster, stop to pay tribute at the statue of the suffragist Emmeline Pankhurst where she used to chain herself to the fence, stroll through the Parliament Gardens, cross Lambeth Bridge and finally head east along the South Bank directly across the Thames from the Houses of Parliament. Now that my baggage includes a mild but chronic disc problem and possibly a bone spur in one foot, it seems advisable to save my strength for a long day ahead, in this case a theatrical double-header. So I alight from the Tube at Westminster as usual but go straight over that bridge, walking east along the entertainment center that is the “new” South Bank, past the old London County Hall that now houses the aquarium, past — or to — the London Eye, the National Theater, the OXO Tower, the Tate Modern, perhaps as far as Shakespeare’s Globe Theater.
I still navigate using Geographia’s “Pocket Guide to London,” the tiny book I bought 35 years ago. It carves central London into a grid of small maps, each numbered and marked with the numbers of those for adjacent areas; it requires no folding or unfolding, and therefore does the double service of being easy to handle and making me look somewhat less like a tourist. It has accompanied me on every trip to London and even made the trip a few times without me, with people – once my brother, once an unusually reliable friend – who swore a blood oath that they would bring it back safely, and did. Notations may date back to anytime since 1975. “Strand station closed for construction” on the Underground map in the back is from either that year or 1978, I forget which, and refers to a station that, to the best of my knowledge, no longer exists, having been subsumed by Charing Cross and Embankment. There is no Jubilee Line. (A small folding Tube map dated 2004 fits neatly into the book.) The National Theater does not exist, though the nearby Royal Festival Hall does; nor does the Globe, which was reconstructed only in 1997. The Tate Modern is there, but identified merely as “power station,” which it was before it was converted into a showcase for art. The London Eye, the giant Ferris wheel visible from Trafalgar Square, was not even thought of. Never mind; I know where everything is.
Kings Road in Chelsea is circled, from the time I was to meet a colleague in the London bureau for lunch; was he was there for The Boston Globe in 1984, or The New York Times in 1996? I can just as easily locate hotels where I’ve stayed over the years: the Royal National near Russell Square, from my student and young-adult (read: poor) days; the very traditional No. 16 Cadogan Gardens near Sloane Square and my poshest London lodging to date, the Pelham in South Kensington, from my employed days; the Vicarage Gate from 2004; and now a B&B on Pembridge Square in Notting Hill.
As I made my progress through the city, I could see signs of my past everywhere, even – perhaps especially – where they no longer existed. Off Leicester Square, I passed Wyndham’s Theater, where I saw Paul Scofield’s Prospero in 1975 from a 50-pence balcony seat. Chez Solange, which made the world’s best chicken in cream sauce, has long since disappeared from Cranbourn Street; so has Cadbury’s Old Jamaica from the newsstand where I used to stock up on 10 large bars at a time. (And so has my Wedgwood shop in Piccadilly.) At Seven Dials near the Donmar stands the theater where I saw “Jerry Springer — The Opera” six years ago, when it seemed destined for Broadway that fall and I, being the conscientious worker bee I was back then, thought I should see it to have some story ideas ready. Heading back to the Tube after the show, I looked across Charing Cross Road to see the Prince Edward Theater, where I was probably one of the first Americans to see “Evita” in 1978 and took in a matinee of the original production of “Chess” on Thanksgiving Day 1986.
Dining at the Ivy that evening on my favorite menu item, a kedgeree of smoked haddock and salmon in curry sauce, I had already thought back to lunch there that same Thanksgiving Day. Then it was the old Ivy of dark wood paneling and businessmen in suits, being served roast beef and Yorkshire from a silver tray on a rolling cart, rather than the new Ivy, updated into an light-toned, airy hangout for the media set. Outside, I tried to find the exact spot where I stood to snap a picture that is in my living room today, the golden twilight photo of the Ivy and the Ambassador Theatre across the street, its marquee dominated by a giant V for “Vita and Virginia,” when my friend Lois and I were in town around 1993. Then I headed for Monmouth Street and Dress Circle, the theatrical music-and-souvenir shop where I’ve make a point of looking in ever since it was in Covent Garden — back in 1984, I think. That stretch between Covent Garden and Seven Dials, once a warren of vacant storefronts, is now one café and boutique after another – one of them purveying fashion in women’s, i.e. larger, sizes with prices to match — as the shopping mall born of the old market buildings spreads to the streets beyond.
I can’t say I love everything about shiny new London; being American, I still want my England to look old and quaint. But I can comfortably contemplate the passage of time from the terrace at a seafood restaurant along the Thames on a sunny (yes, sunny!) late September afternoon. As I enjoyed a fine plate of fish and chips, the traditional mushy peas served neatly in a small ramekin instead of a green blob, 20 or so teenagers – clearly a school group, the latest of many seen along the South Bank that day — walked by, backpacks in tow. They probably think this is the real London. Well, I suppose it’s their turn. | <urn:uuid:4af27886-43b1-429c-8037-eaad84c9b957> | CC-MAIN-2023-06 | https://dianenottle.com/2010/10/03/london-through-the-lens-of-time/ | 2023-02-08T20:38:17Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-06/segments/1674764500904.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20230208191211-20230208221211-00049.warc.gz | en | 0.966331 | 1,747 |
Civilization is the limitless multiplication of unnecessary necessities.
“Mark Twain” was a frequent call of the leadsman. It meant that the water was 2 fathoms (12 feet) deep and indicated safe water.
A leadline is used to determine water depth and the type of material which makes up the bottom or riverbed. A 30-foot-long line is attached to a pipe filled with lead, except for the bottom 2 inches. (Modern leadlines are simply a solid round pipe-shaped piece of lead with a concave bottom) Material from the riverbed…mud, sand or potentially hazardous rock…collects in the lower, hollow end of the pipe.
The weather has been crazy here, thunder storms one minute, then sun. Its been weeks since any of my high priority projects have been done but the little ones are going well. As I sit today I have about a grand to fully provision the boat. I’m still short proper ground tackle, water tanks ,stove, safety equipment… Each piece of the puzzle is critical so I re organize my list daily. There is a possibility to earn more before summer but since I cant count on it I have to be extreme with my budget.
Since letting go of my schedule all the pressure is off, I’m living life to the fullest each day knowing that the chains that bind me will fall to the depths of the ocean soon enough. While there are many huge decisions that need to be made in the next month or so, none of them have to me made today. When asked where I’m headed I point west to the islands and smile. When asked when I’m leaving I simply respond, when all my ducks are in a row.
Simplicity is the only constant in my life, with absolutely no electronics in the boat I am going to have to do it the way they did in the old days, I’m going to actually have to navigate. Each morning when I wake I wonder what the day will bring and where it will end, I’m completely living in the present and for once in my life everything is right.
He said, “I’m not a homeless man
I’m a gypsy by trade
And I’m travelin’ this land
I’m not a homeless man”
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Racer Family Programs
Wednesday, August 8th or Saturday, August 11th from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Rocking Chair Lounge, 2nd Floor of the Curris Center across from the University Bookstore
PARENTS! This is your time to say it all and more with a letter to your son/daughter. Let them know how much you will miss them by stopping by our table in Winslow and writing a letter to your RACER! These letters will be sent to your student a couple weeks into the semester.
Meet and Greet Racer Families
Saturday, August 11th @ 1 - 2 P.M.
Location: Curris Center 2nd floor
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Deputy Minister of Health Pham Le Tuan said the health insurance fund would pay for HIV/AIDS treatments for people who have health insurance cards beginning on August 15.
HIV testing and treatment fees as well as medicine and other medical material fees will be covered.
More than 200,000 people across the country have HIV or AIDS, according to the Ministry of Health.
Tuoi Tre (Youth)
Quang Nam encourages locals to breed fish
Quang Nam Province's Bac Tra My District has encouraged local residents to breed fish in cages in the reservoirs of hydro-power plants.
The district's Agriculture and Rural Development Department, for example, has given financial support and offered instruction in techniques to dozens of households in resettlement residential areas to breed fish in the reservoir of the Song Tranh 2 hydro-power plant. The households have earned high profits from breeding fish in cages.
Nhan Dan (The People)
HCM City gives scholarships to needy
The HCM City Labour Confederation's Capital Aid Fund for Employment of the Poor (CEP Fund) will give 1,643 scholarships worth a total of VND7.3 billion (US$340,000) for poor students in the 2015-16 school year.
The CEP Fund has given 6,965 scholarships for needy students over the past seven years. It has also presented 2.9 million notebooks and 131,000 pens, worth a total of more than VND10 billion ($470,000).
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Manchester City youngster Jadon Sancho has completed a transfer to the Bundesliga with Borussia Dortmund, the clubs confirmed on Thursday.
The 17-year-old was considered one of the stars of the City academy, but came into conflict with the club over a new contract.
Goal revealed earlier in August that the youngster had said his goodbyes to his City youth team colleagues in the middle of July.
The final breakdown in relations came when City left Sancho out of their pre-season squad that toured the United States this summer.
That stand-off proved to Dortmund's benefit, as they swooped to sign the former Watford trainee on deadline day.
Sancho posed with his new shirt after the transfer was confirmed, taking up Ousmane Dembele's old No. 7 for BVB.
While the transfer fee has not been disclosed for the teenager, it is believed that Dortmund and City settled on a figure higher than the £190,000 the Premier League club would have been entitled to in compensation had BVB negotiated directly with Sancho.
Several top English clubs, including Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham, had shown interest in Sancho, but they would have had to agree a compensation deal directly with City.
It is understood that the Manchester club's desire not to sell their wonderkid to a Premier League rival led to them demanding an elevated fee which none of his suitors were willing to match.
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When it comes to grooming the Bernese mountain dog, keep it simple. According to the Bernese Mountain Dog Club of America, you only need to groom your show dog enough to give him a neat appearance, leaving him as natural as possible. One of a few breeds that can receive a penalty in the show ring for overgrooming, there are still a few things you can do to keep your Bernese looking handsome.
Caring for the Coat
The only breed of Swiss mountain dog with a long coat, the silky fur of the Berner, as they're commonly called, naturally sheds water and repels dirt and mud. Bathing too frequently can cause dry skin, so keep the baths to a minimum, usually no more than once per month. You will want to brush him frequently, removing as much loose fur as possible through regular grooming. The Bernese mountain dog sheds profusely, so routine brushing will help reduce the amount of time you spend cleaning up after him. A pin brush removes the loose hairs of the top coat, while a good slicker brush will remove the downy undercoat. If he develops mats or tangles, you may need to employ the use of a mat rake, which has sharpened teeth to cut through dense tangles.
The Bernese Pedicure
As with most dogs, you will need to trim his nails regularly. Use canine nail clippers or a grinder designed for use on pets. The nail has a vein, or quick, supplying blood to the toenail, so remove only the last quarter inch or so of the nail, even if your dog's nails have grown long. As you trim the toenail, the quick will recede back towards the toe after a few days, allowing further trimming. Trim the nails once every week or two until they reach an appropriate length, then trim them every two weeks as maintenance. You can trim the hair between his toes with blunt scissors, which will reduce the chance of him slipping on wet surfaces as well as show off the natural shape of his foot.
Caring for the Ears
As part of your Bernese mountain dog's basic hygiene program, you should clean his ears regularly to prevent health problems such as excessive wax buildup or infection. Use an ear cleaning product purchased from your local pet store and follow the directions on the label. Normally, a few drops of ear cleaner massaged gently into each ear will loosen wax and dirt, which the dog can then dislodge through head-shaking. Never place a foreign object into your dog's ear. Trimming your Berner's ears depend entirely upon your personal preference. If you show your dog, remember that the American Kennel Club encourages a natural look in the show ring and clearly states, "undue trimming is discouraged." Use blunt scissors to trim around the outer edges of his ears; or, leave them long, shaggy and natural, and use a soft brush to remove tangles.
A Summer Shave
If you show your Berner, leave his coat uncut and natural-looking. If, however, your Bernese mountain dog is simply a beloved member of your family and has no aspirations of fame, and you live in a warm climate, you can shave his body during the warm summer months to help keep him cool. Use clippers designed for use on animals, complete with a comb attachment to prevent saving too close to the skin, or take him to a professional groomer. The effects of shaving a double-coated dog can vary. Some Bernese mountain dog owners report no ill effects from shaving their dog, while others report the coat grows back unevenly, particularly the undercoat. | <urn:uuid:c19a37fa-5bc6-4766-ba66-e0c48d43f1f7> | CC-MAIN-2022-21 | https://dogcare.dailypuppy.com/grooming-techniques-bernese-mountain-dogs-8243.html | 2022-05-24T11:54:40Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-21/segments/1652662572800.59/warc/CC-MAIN-20220524110236-20220524140236-00040.warc.gz | en | 0.960738 | 752 |
Heavy Metal Manly-Man Chain Bowl~
The Heavy Metal Manly-Man Bowls is made by combining a bowl form and that chain base before I add the thick mud-like consistency concrete. The color was achieved by using river sand and dark buff iron oxide in the concrete mix.
7"H x 7 1/2"W
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We are looking to create a web based dashboard to serve as a front end data parsing tool for automating a multi-touch system (Email / Print / Phone ) to be used in conjunction with the SaaS email client Benchmark Email API.
The code must be written in PHP5 / MySQL
API Description: [url removed, login to view]
The goal is to have a web interface that allows for an administrator to upload and manage data for multiple clients. The middleware will recognize what type of customer each record is based on a PATH field in the database.
Each client can have different options for what values PATH can be. Example:
• Client A = PROSPECT/UPGRADE/STUDENT/NEWSLETTER
• Client B = STEP_1/STEP_2/STEP_3
For email touch execution this field will then feed that record into a pre-determined data list in Benchmark Email using the API which will determine the course of marketing emails that they recipient will receive. No experience / set up with Benchmark Email is required. Execution will be handled by the system.
For manual touch execution (such as print / phone ) the middleware will need to keep track of the number of days the record has been in the system, and on predefined scheduled days trigger a notice to an account manager indicating that a set of data for a customer/client needs to be sent a postcard or needs to be called.
• Login Authentication – only authenticated users may log into the system.
• Client / Customer selection – all data in the system must be set up to allow for Multiple Clients which in turn can have multiple customers (which have multiple records)
• Reporting – the following analytics must be tracked from the system:
o Number of records in the system (By Customer / By Client)
o Activity by Date / Client / Customer – how many new records were added to the system for accounting
• Touch Automation: Allow for definition of what the type of touch is (Phone / Print / Email ) and when it is supposed to happen ( number of days from when the record was placed in the system).
Data Upload Process Flow:
• Data gets uploaded by client/per customer based on selected drop downs from Dashboard
• On upload the data gets parsed in the following steps:
o If the NAME/ EMAIL / PATH are found in the internal database, ignore the record (DUPLICATE)
o If the NAME/EMAIL are found but the path is different, remove the user from the PATH list in Benchmark, and add the record to the new PATH list on Benchmark and update the internal database
o If the NAME/EMAIL are not found insert the record newly for that Client/Customer and add the record to the PATH list on Benchmark
• When a new Data Record is added or modified, the start date is marked as the date of upload
I need your Suggestions/comments/changes this may need?
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I am all for balls-to-the-wall, crazy action films. Whether it be the remarkable choreography of the two The Raid films of the complete insanity of the two Crank films, I love an all out assault of non-stop action. I just ask two things from it: 1) Film the action in a way where I can admire the technical feat of it and 2) Give me a main character with a goal and motivations I can care about. Hardcore Henry, the first-person shoot ’em up from Ilya Naishuller, wants to be in this pantheon of chaos, but it miserably fails at meeting that criteria, making for a totally dizzying, jumbled mess that is far more tedious than it is awesome.
Henry, the man whose perspective we see the film from, has been resurrected from death and given bionic body parts (which comes with basically superpower strength). He also has had his memory wiped. His wife (Haley Bennett) is kidnapped by a warlord (Danila Kozlovsky) with telekinetic powers who wants to make bio-tech soldiers, much like Henry. With the help of Jimmy (Sharlto Copley), a man who can show up at any point with any look, Henry has to track down the warlord, stop him, and retrieve his wife, not unlike a Super Mario game (but, y’know, with a lot more blood).
The gimmick behind Hardcore Henry is shooting the film from a first-person perspective, supposedly making the audience the protagonist in a story. First-person storytelling is nothing new, particularly with the rise of first-person shooter video games in the last decade or so. Naishuller wants to get the same rise out of you that you would get playing a game with the movie, but he misunderstands the biggest reason why you can do that in a game. The person playing the game literally is controlling the story. With a film that has predetermined choices and pacing, the audience has zero control over where they want the story to go and, more importantly, how they want the character they are controlling to behave. Shooting the movie with a first-person perspective actually distances the audience more, as it gives the aesthetic of immersion without any of the substance. So, the titular Henry is purposefully made a blank slate and remains a blank slate instead of growing because of that lack of interactivity.
Shooting first-person also destroys my other criterion for enjoying a crazy action film. This is shaky-cam action to the extreme. The benefits of computer controlled visuals in a video game is you get some degree of smoothness in order to see your surroundings, even while running very fast. There is no such benefit with this film. There is a guy holding a camera and running really fast. Sure, it’s kinetic but disorienting. I don’t really get motion sick, but this had me teetering on it. You also do not get to see some of the truly great stunt work in the film.
There is one chase in particular, and I believe this moment is in the trailer. Henry jumps on top of a truck, throws some grenades in it, and it explodes. He then flies backwards and lands on the back of a moving motorcycle. That is an impressive stunt. Unfortunately, we do not get the benefit of seeing this in a glorious wide shot to admire the physical difficulty in pulling a stunt like that off. It’s shaky, fast, and close. It flies by so quickly that you could easily miss it. And because everything is shot exactly the same, it just blends in with the rest of the film rather than crafting a moment. It is the same visually as when Jimmy is informing Henry on a place he needs to go. It’s all pitched without variation.
It was only a matter of time before video game aesthetics drove a film. Yes, video game elements having been seeping in, from level structures to respawning, but a film hasn’t yet been entirely designed to look like a video game. Hardcore Henry perfectly shows us why those aesthetics belong in video games and do not suit themselves so much to a non-interactive medium. The game that will inevitably come out based on this movie will probably be pretty fun. As for the movie itself, there is not much to recommend about it. There is no character development, no story intrigue, and no well-filmed action. For a movie that solely wants to be a fun time in the theater, it misses the mark completely. I admire Ilya Naishuller for at least trying this technique, but now we know it never needs to be done again.
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MWC G10BH 12/24 50m Water Resistant Military Watch - Brand New Ex Display Watch
THIS WATCH IS BRAND NEW BUT AN EX DISPLAY WATCH FROM A TRADE SHOW
SKU Code: G1012/24
This MWC in 12/24 hour dial format model retains the battery hatch which has been discarded by most other manufacturers and is a very useful feature which saves considerable expense when a replacement battery is required. This model has impact resistant glass, using actual glass means that the watch is very resistant to minor scratches and also gives the watch a much cleaner and more streamlined appearance than perspex / acrylic crystals which with the exception of ourselves most other manufacturers still continue to use for their G10 watches. The watch also uses Super-Luminova for improved night time visibility. Super-Luminova operates like a light battery. After sufficient activation by sunlight or artificial light, they glow in the dark until the luminosity gradually diminishes although larger markings are often visible for the whole night. This activation and subsequent light emission process can be repeated again and again, and the material does not suffer any ageing. The other advantage is that Super-LumiNova pigments are absolutely free of radioactivity.
Our G10 is one of our most tried and tested G10 models and in its earlier variants has been in service for nearly 30 years. A large number of serving military have evaluated this well established model over lengthly periods in various deployments and all reports have been very favourable.
The back of the case bears various contract markings and the watch is supplied with two current pattern NATO webbing strap in both black and grey variants.
- Case Diameter: 40mm Exc Crown and 42mm Inc Crown
- Thickness: 11.5mm
- Weight 60g
- Dial Colour: Black
- Case Material: 316L Stainless Steel
- Caseback: 316L Stainless Steel
- Crown: 316L Stainless Steel
- Water Resistance: 5atm (50m)
- Battery: 371 with around 5 year battery life
- Glass: Hardened Mineral Glass
- Movement: Ronda 705/715 with date window
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Until recently, Wicked Wings was one of my favorite restaurants in Fort Myers Beach. I still like their food, but it seems the service is slipping and I haven’t seen my favorite server there for some time; the other servers aren’t nearly as good.
They have also changed their pet-policy so you can’t take your dogs onto the deck anymore so that makes it a lot less feasible for someone like myself who has dogs and likes to take them on outings. Apparently you can still sit in the no-service and no-alcohol area at the tables on the beach in front of the building, but who wants to do that?
The food, however, has been superb every time I’ve been there. Wings are incredible, and you can order them extra crispy and with whichever sauce or combinations of sauces you like to tailor the flavor and spice level. Their crab pepper bites are great too, which taste similar to a jalapeno popper with crab & cheese in them, but the pepper is chopped up rather than using for stuffing. I like them, both with ranch sauce and the pepper jelly they are paired with.
Insider tip: Before you go to the restaurant, walk on the beach in front of it and around it. About 9 times out of 10 there will be someone handing out coupons that will get you 10% off and a 2-for-1 drink.
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Howard trades trees for jobs
Prime Minister John Howard mingles with the crowd after launching his policy on Tasmanian forests in Launceston yesterday.
Photo: Penny Bradfield
Prime Minister John Howard, in a move hailed by the timber industry and condemned by environmentalists, yesterday vowed to allow logging of Tasmania's old-growth forests to proceed indefinitely at existing planned levels.
In his last big announcement before Saturday's election, Mr Howard said a re-elected Coalition government would preserve an extra 170,000 hectares of Tasmanian old-growth forest, while ensuring no job losses for timber workers.
The additional area for preservation under the Coalition was nominated on the advice of the timber industry, and consists mainly of areas not scheduled to be logged. It is significantly less than the 240,000 hectares that Labor has pledged to lock up, subject to review.
Addressing about 1500 cheering timber workers in Launceston, Mr Howard said his policy struck a balance between environmental concerns and the needs of local communities.
"What this means is that 170,000 hectares have been for all time protected from the possibility of old-growth logging and I think that is a major advantage for the environment," Mr Howard said.
"Many Australians would like to see an end to old-growth logging. I would too, but that should not occur at the expense of jobs and not at the expense of individual regional communities," he said.
Mr Howard said that on the advice of timber industry groups, no jobs would be lost under the Coalition's plan.
He said the addition of 170,000 hectares to the protection list meant a total of just over 1 million hectares of Tasmanian old-growth forests would be protected from logging in perpetuity, while the Regional Forest Agreement signed in 1997 would not be altered in any way.
Mr Howard also promised to spend $50 million on initiatives including research into alternatives to clear-felling, saving the Tasmanian devil and improving forest workers' skills.
His forests announcement was condemned by Labor, the Greens, the Democrats and environment groups.
Greens leader Bob Brown last night said he had asked his party to review its decision not to direct preferences in 26 electorates, including eight considered marginal. The seats include Bass and Braddon in Tasmania, where the Coalition is hoping to pick up votes because of opposition to Labor's forests' policy.
Senator Brown said Mr Howard's policy was one for "appalling destruction" of forests and that Coalition voters would have chainsaws ringing in their ears when they voted on Saturday. "Two-thirds of Tasmania's iconic forests that could be protected will go to the chainsaws under John Howard," he said.
Labor leader Mark Latham said Mr Howard had produced a "con-job" after saying earlier in the campaign he would stop old-growth logging. "As with the Kyoto Protocol, the Murray River and mandatory renewable energy targets, he has no commitment to the environment."
Labor forestry spokesman Joel Fitzgibbon said Mr Howard's policy was a hoax. "It appears that at least 140,000 hectares of the forests John Howard claims he is saving already can't be logged under existing forest management," Mr Fitzgibbon said.
Australian Conservation Foundation executive director Don Henry said Mr Howard's plan was disastrous for both forest workers and the environment. The Wilderness Society's national campaigns director, Alec Marr, said television footage of timber workers cheering Mr Howard yesterday told the story.
Forest Industries Association of Tasmania executive director Terry Edwards agreed that some areas offered for protection by Mr Howard, such as the steep-terrain North Styx, would always have been very difficult to log. But Mr Edwards said not all of the protected areas were uneconomic. Describing the Prime Minister's package as a win-win outcome for everybody, Mr Edwards said the industry expected to be consulted about the boundaries of the protected areas.
Mr Edwards said that as a result of the policy, the Liberals had a better than even chance of winning three seats in Tasmania on Saturday.
Disgruntled federal Labor MP Dick Adams yesterday stepped up his attack on Mr Latham's forest policy.
Addressing the same rally in Launceston where the Prime Minister appeared, Mr Adams, who holds the sprawling rural seat of Lyons, said: "If I am returned on Saturday and if I have the balance of power in the House of Representatives there will be a change in Labor policy or there will be a new leader."
Construction, Forestry, Mining and Energy Union assistant national secretary Michael O'Connor - whose brother Brendan is a federal Labor MP - said the Coalition's forest policy represented a much better deal for his members than Labor's policy. He said that following Saturday's election, he would be reviewing his membership of the ALP. | <urn:uuid:767f9c1d-9e1a-410f-a897-7a2ef3604add> | CC-MAIN-2015-22 | http://www.theage.com.au/news/Election-2004/Howard-trades-trees-for-jobs/2004/10/06/1096949589167.html | 2015-05-24T08:31:45Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2015-22/segments/1432207927844.14/warc/CC-MAIN-20150521113207-00013-ip-10-180-206-219.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.976212 | 966 |
[icecast-dev] better icecasts?
dholth at fastmail.fm
Mon Feb 2 10:29:55 PST 2004
I've noticed that there are forks of icecast with interesting new
features (specifically the one on savannah.gnu.org with the ability to
stream speex). Are there plans to merge any of these forks with the
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Expressed in symbols, the rule for subtracting one fraction
from another is as follows:
Lets break this down to see everything that is expressed
in this rule. The numerator of the sum is a · d - b · c . This
is almost exactly the same as the pattern of cross-multiplying.
The only difference is that because the fractions are subtracted,
a minus sign now joins the a · d to the b · c .
To get the denominator of the sum, you just multiply the two
denominators ( b and d ) together.
Work out each of the following differences of fractions.
(a) You can work out this difference in the
two fractions using the given rule for finding the difference of
This fraction subtraction can also be accomplished in a
slightly more efficient way by noticing that the two denominators
that are involved (i.e. 7 and 14) are
related because 14 is a multiple of 7
(i.e. 7 × 2 = 14).
(b) You can work out this difference of two
fractions using the standard rule for subtracting two fractions:
You can then simplify further by FOILing and collecting like
terms. Note that when - 1 · ( x + 3) is expanded the negative
sign multiplies both the x (to create - x ) and the
+3 (to create the - 3).
You could also FOIL out the ( x + 3)
that appears in the denominator, but it is a matter of opinion as
to whether or not that actually makes the fraction any simpler.
There is a more efficient way of subtracting these two fractions.
This more efficient way is possible because the two denominators
(i.e. ( x + 3) and ( x + 3)
) are related because ( x + 3)
is a multiple of ( x + 3). The more efficient thing to do is to
multiply both the numerator and denominator of by ( x + 3). Doing this:
Although the two answers look different, they are actually the
(c) Although the subtraction:
does not initially appear to be a subtraction that can be
carried out using the usual rule for fraction subtraction, it is
possible if you re-write the 2 · x as a fraction by putting it
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There we go! How's that for a brilliant post title. Yep! No time to think. No time to care. I'm a mother of three. I love Halloween but when it lands on a weekend it is a three day event. Friday night was the school Halloween party. Everyone dressed up and there was a DJ. We had a great time. It was funny watching all of these fourth graders and how seriously they take their dancing! A little glimps into the future (one that I am NOT ready for). Saturday, another party. Sunday. trick or trating and the Halloween parade. Needless to say, I'm glad it's over.
(tip: Pipe cleaners make perfect Pippi braids)
I made two costumes for the baby and screwed then BOTH up. After a few swear words we ran to the store and bought a little witch costume.
This girl was born to be Alice!
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Just some quick reviews for stuff I’ve recently watched on Netflix Streaming.
Sleepwalk With Me: Autobiographical film written, directed, and starring Mike Birbiglia, based on his stand-up comedy career, personal life, and his REM sleep behavior disorder, a dangerous and terrifying condition which makes him act out the dreams he’s having. If you follow Birbiglia’s comedy and writing, none of this material is new to you (especially some of the same jokes he’s been telling for, like, eight years now) but it’s still an enjoyable, funny, sad, and interesting film. If you don’t know Mike Birbiglia, this is an excellent place to start.
The Queen of Versailles: An excellent documentary about the ultra-rich Siegel family, owner of Westgate Resorts and proud builders of the largest home in America, an unfinished 85,000 square-foot monstrosity which cost $100 million dollars. An interesting and personal examination of how the U.S. economy tanking hit the wealthiest of Americans, though it’s hard to feel completely sorry for someone complaining about financial troubles while they’re in the midst of building a home with 30 bathrooms.
Headhunters: Norwegian thriller. I was reading the description and accidentally hit the play button and was like, Eh, guess I’ll watch it, otherwise I’ll have to press another button. Anyway, it starts out as the promising tale of a clever art thief living above his means until he goes for that one big heist that winds up being a lot more trouble than it’s worth. I was into this for a bit, but about halfway through it just descends into absurdity. Stars one of those guys who I think is in Game of Thrones. Yeah, I’m a good film reviewer!
Fire With Fire: 2012 action film starring Bruce Willis, Rosario Dawson, Vincent D’Onofrio, 50 Cent, Vinnie Jones, Josh Duhamel, and right about now you’re thinking “Why the hell did I not hear of this?” and the answer is because it went straight to DVD, because it’s a very, very bad film. Josh Duhamel is a firefighter who goes all vigilante on some gangsters after they try to kill him to prevent him from testifying against them. I’m pretty sure Bruce Willis was just doing someone a favor, and I’m pretty sure they only had him for one day because all of his scenes are of him talking while walking down the same hallway a bunch of times.
The Next Three Days: Russel Crowe’s wife goes to prison for a murder she may not have committed, and Russel Crowe comes up with a plan to spring her, and you will not be spared a single minute of his extensive, laborious, endless careful planning. This isn’t a terrible movie by any means, it’s just slow, and not particularly interesting. I don’t know. It was okay.
After Porn Ends: Former pornography performers are interviewed about how their careers began and how they adjusted to life after leaving the porn industry. An interesting subject, and as you might guess, fairly depressing in a number of instances, though at least a couple of the actors seem to have survived and remained well-adjusted. Mostly not, though. This will bum you out and make you not want to watch porn again for, like, almost a whole day.
Heckler: Jamie Kennedy’s documentary about people who heckle stand-up comedians starts well, probing the heckler’s motivations (sometimes– mindbogglingly– they actually think they are helping the comic). However, the film quickly turns into a counter-attack on what Kennedy seems to feel are the real hecklers: film critics. He has a fair point: critics and bloggers can be overly harsh and brutal in their reviews (I know I have been, probably on this page), but then again, he doesn’t seem to mind using positive blurbs from critics to cover the poster for Heckler. So, maybe you have take the bad with the good? | <urn:uuid:1a077d6c-ac46-497b-90de-fe817370ecec> | CC-MAIN-2014-42 | http://www.screencuisine.net/stream-cuisine/stuff-ive-streamed-on-netflix-lately/ | 2014-10-23T02:16:56Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-42/segments/1413507449153.0/warc/CC-MAIN-20141017005729-00165-ip-10-16-133-185.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.961071 | 879 |
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Posts Tagged: Greece
Why is the Obama administration pressing Europeans to increase military spending? And what should it matter to Washington if Britain remains in the EU?
There's actually not such a great distance between what's happening in Greece and the "green economy" agenda that the EU is pushing here.
Maybe the end of the Washington consensus is finally upon us.
What made Europe a compelling political, economic, and social alternative wedged between Anglo-American free marketeers and Soviet nomenklatura is rapidly becoming a thing of the past.
On the verge of default, Greece is caught between an unpopular austerity package and a popular revolt.
We must fight hard in our Age of Activism to construct a new political entity: the activist state. If we fail, we will slip, inexorably, into an Age of Apocalypse.
A popular movement is up against an embattled government in Greece.
The Greek economic crisis is not about living beyond one's means, reports columnist Walden Bello from Athens. It's the same story of unregulated financial speculation all over again.
A new gate in divided Nicosia: a new day for Cyprus?
A closer look at Turkey and the next generation. | <urn:uuid:7cb02e52-e19d-4536-a24f-bf2446b2613e> | CC-MAIN-2014-52 | http://fpif.org/tag/greece/ | 2014-12-21T23:10:11Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-52/segments/1418802772751.143/warc/CC-MAIN-20141217075252-00172-ip-10-231-17-201.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.922714 | 248 |
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Mortgage rates were mixed in what was generally a slow week.
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage stayed steady at 3.57 percent.
However, the 15-year fixed-rate mortgage fell 1 basis point to 2.88 percent. A basis point is one-hundredth of 1 percentage point.
The average rate for 30-year jumbo mortgages, or generally for those of more than $417,000, also fell, losing 2 basis points to 4.09 percent.
The 5/1 adjustable-rate mortgage was unchanged at 2.72 percent. With a 5/1 ARM, the rate is fixed for five years and adjusted annually thereafter.
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Ronnie Wood’s former lover Ekaterina Ivanova has urged the Rolling Stones star to reconcile with his ex-wife JO, because he needs somebody to look after him.
The musician walked out on his wife of 23 years in the summer of 2008 after his affair with the 21-year-old was made public.
Their divorce was made final in November, but the rocker split from Ivanova last month following a bust-up in Surrey, England.
And Ekaterina is hoping the Woods get back together.
She tells Britain’s The Sun newspaper, “I hope Ronnie and Jo fall madly in love with each other again and get back together. I feel like it’s a good place for him. She knows him best and how to handle him. I think he needs to accept that he does need mothering.
“One of the reasons he left was because he was sick of being mothered and because everyone gave him a hard time about his drinking. I felt bad for him. I’d say, ‘Ignore them, you’re perfect’, but I didn’t know what I was taking on, that he was a monster when he drank. If I met him now I’d think, ‘God, this guy has a drinking problem’, but at the time we were just having fun.
“He does need to be with someone motherly and that person is Jo. I said that to him last time we spoke, but he just laughed and said, ‘Shut up, you’re horrible.’ I’d like to think it’s possible but I don’t know how either of them really feel about it.”
Ivanova also reveals she met Jo when she was first romancing the star, but convinced the 54-year-old she was just a pal of the aging rocker.
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If the results of your exercising sessions involve pain, then something has to change. Fortunately, chiropractors have been helping people actually enjoy their exercise sessions, and feel relief, rather than pain. If you have back pain and have been avoiding exercising, these tips might help you get back into the gym.
With more than $100 billion being spent on chronic back pain in the US alone, taking advice from chiropractors is a necessity. Studies show that back pain is one of the most expensive medical problems in the world. Chiropractors can help you make better choices while exercising or not exercising to find relief for your back pain.
Some of the worst mistakes for people with back pain is to stop moving. If you lay around because your back hurts, it might actually get worse. One of the best choices for finding some relief from back pain is to take a short walk. Studies have found that walking can serve as an intervention for back pain.
The studies that looked at walking as an intervention saw that it does help people get back to normal activities when compared to bed rest. Some research also found that non-specific activities, like walking, were better than exercises geared to the back.
With back-friendly stretches, you can silence the spasms. There are several gentle stretches that help ease pain in the low back. Try these stretches:
- While standing, put your hands on your glutes (where back pockets would be), arch your back as you look up toward the sky. Hold for a breath or two, and repeat a few times.
- Start by laying on the floor on your belly. While bending the elbows, place your hands flat on the floor as if you were doing a push up. Then, lift your head and chest. This a replica of the first stretch, but in a prone position. Keep your legs on the floor and point or flex your toes - whatever is more comfortable. Hold for a few breaths and repeat as needed.
- While seated in a supportive chair with your feet flat on the floor, put your palms flat on your thighs. Then, arch your back forward and look up at the ceiling as you inhale. On the exhale, arch your back toward the back of the chair and look at your thighs. Repeat on the inhales and exhales, as needed.
As you get up from your chair or your bed, your back might hurt for a moment. This could be due to your posture, a pinched nerve, or the discomfort could be something more serious like extension syndrome. If you find that your back hurts in certain postures, you should avoid those. Or talk to your chiropractor about how to fix the problem. You might even need treatment for a pinched nerve in your back
The old rule of exercising until it hurts is not a good idea for someone who has any type of back pain. While it is often helpful to move, build strength, and flexibility, people with back pain should do exercises that remedy the situation, not exacerbate it. If you find that aerobic movement brings you discomfort, then do stretches and stabilization exercises. Some people find planks to be helpful. If full-planks hurt, put your knees down and build strength that way. When you have back pain, your exercises should be all about calming the pain. Don’t Slump or Slouch Pay attention to the way you sit and stand. All too often, we look down at computer screens or mobile phones. This creates problems in the upper and mid-back. Studies are calling this new problem “tech neck,” and it does not just happen to teens and young adults. People who are overweight are also prone to slouching. Women who wear high-heeled shoes also tend to have spinal problems due to posture misalignment. Your spine is meant to be erect, and if you slouch or slump, it will respond with pain and discomfort.
Your chiropractor can help you with adjustments and exercise suggestions, but you have to become aware of how you are sitting and standing. When the pelvis is out of alignment, the spine has to compensate. So, stand up straight and sit up straight. If you sit all day, get up regularly so you can give your pelvis a break. To help yourself, you have to be mindful of your posture throughout the day.
If you are planning on exercising, take time to warm up - even if only for a few minutes. Repeated studies find that warm-up exercises help prevent injuries. The best warm ups are exercises that mimic what you will be doing. So, if you are going to run, stretch your legs and walk a little. If you are doing resistance exercises, stretch your back and core. Warm ups can be as short as 5 to 15 minutes. Those few minutes can save you hours or days of back pain.
Many people are injured when they attempt to lift too much or attempt high-impact moves. When you exercise, don’t overdo it, or you will feel it. It is important to listen to your body and make subtle increases rather than big changes.
The weekend-warrior often is injured as they might join in a pick-up basketball game after not playing for several years. Don’t let your ego hurt your body. The same goes for newbies at a gym. Many people are injured because they use free weights that are too heavy. Instead, use the machines for support.
Instead of the high-impact exercises that put pressure on the joints, try low-impact moves on stationary bikes or elliptical machines. Many people with low-back pain enjoy swimming as gravity practically disappears. There are several safe options that help the back rather than hurt it.
Dr. Brent Wells, D.C. founded Better Health Chiropractic & Physical Rehab and has been a chiropractor for over 20 years. His practice has treated thousands of patients from different health problems using services including chiropractic care, massage therapy, and physical rehab therapy designed to help give long-lasting relief to Anchorage and Juneau patients.
He is a proud member of the American Chiropractic Association and the American Academy of Spine Physicians. And he continues his education to remain active and updated in all studies related to neurology, physical rehab, biomechanics, spine conditions, brain injury trauma, and more.
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Shrubbery and Tree Planting Guide
A well-designed landscape not only adds beauty to your home but it can also reduce your heating and cooling costs. On average, landscaping for energy efficiency provides enough energy savings to return an initial investment in less than 8 years. If you were already planning to landscape, these tips provide an ideal way to beautify your home while saving on your monthly energy bill.
- Landscaping your home for energy efficiency can reduce your heating and cooling bills, the largest component of your home's energy use. Your overall landscaping strategy will depend on your regional climate.
- Plant trees to shade your home, reducing your cooling costs in the summer months. Typically, newly planted trees will begin shading windows in their first year and will reach your roof in years 5-10.
- Planting shrubs, bushes, and vines next to your house creates dead air spaces that insulate your home in both winter and summer. Plant so there will be at least 1 foot (30 centimeters) of space between full-grown plants and your home's wall.
- During winter, dense, low-lying trees and shrubbery on the north and northeast sides of your home can help protect your home against wind chill.
Consider how you can invest in future energy savings by landscaping your yard. And, for more information, check out these websites:
- Department of Horticultural Science
- North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service
- North Carolina State University
- Keep Your Cool and Save Money Too: Summer Energy-Saving Tips from the Department of Energy
- Save 10 to 50 Percent on Utility Bills This Summer While Staying Cool
Suggested Trees for Planting Under and Along Powerlines
The following lists are acceptable landscaping trees and shrubberythat can be located along Blue Ridge Energy Power Line right-of-ways (unless height exceeds 15' at maturity.)
Chinese Witch Hazel
Japanese Red Maple
Dwarf Fruit Trees
Cornus Florida Var Rubra
Acer Palmatum Var Atropurpureum
Forsythia X Intermedia
Juniperus Chinensis 'Pfitzeraiana'
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It is said that a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.
For the student who wishes to train in Tae Kwon Do, that step is
respect. It is the step which begins the training journey, and which will
accompany him throughout his progress as a student. And in time, he will be
able to turn and show others how to take that first, most crucial step.
Respect is learned through action.
Psychologist Paul Pearsall has observed that motivation follows
behavior, it does not precede it. So even a beginning Tae Kwon Do
student bows to the flag and his seniors as he enters the do-jang. He
may be uncomfortable at first, feeling a bit awkward and unsure of the
reason for such a tradition. But in time the action becomes natural -- so
much so that he would feel something was missing if he did not bow. The
motivation to show respect grows within the student. Through the bow he
communicates silently with his instructor and fellow students that he is
making the connection with the tradition, the art, and the history of Tae
Respect is also learned through focusing on common courtesy. The
beginning student may wonder at such rules as keeping his nails well-clipped
and not wearing jewelry in the do-jang. He may not understand
the importance of keeping his uniform clean and neat. But the student who
makes the effort to obey these rules will discover something growing within
himself: respect for himself, his school, his instructor, and Tae Kwon Do
as a whole. These rules were never intended to teach respect themselves,
but they do set up the guidelines necessary for a courteous mindset to
Another way the student learns respect is through the step-by-step
process of rank promotion. With each promotion the student feels a sense of
accomplishment that fosters pride. His confidence increases which develops
self-respect. Over the months and years of his training, he discovers
talents within himself that he would have never dreamed existed. He begins
to see himself as someone of value, with something real to contribute to
others. And he begins to feel a desire to help others, seeing in them the
same potential he discovered within himself. Self-respect nurtures a healthy
respect for others. While rank promotion only seems to serve the individual
student, his entire school actually reaps the benefit of his accomplishment.
Our country was founded on respect. The very wording of our Declaration
of Independence reflects a deep respect for each man's rights, as well as
the necessary positions of authority. But for too many years respect towards
people and property has been declining in our country. What it boils down to
is people today seem have the desire to be the authority, not to be
subject to it. But life simply will not support too many "chiefs" in
one tribe. The fact of the matter is that while we each have rights which
must be respected, we also have leaders which must be respected. Submitting
to authority is not a sign of weakness, it is demonstration of strength.
When the moon tries to shine while the sun is in the sky, it frequently goes
unnoticed. Only at night -- in the sun's absence -- does it receive
Ultimately, the student of Tae Kwon Do will find it is his turn
to teach respect to the newest students He will learn quickly that respect
is not instructed, but demonstrated. Any teacher who does not respect his
students cannot expect his students to respect him. Respect is contagious.
To teach it best, show it.
Respect is one of the foundational principles of Tae Kwon Do.
Through our Tae Kwon Do training, our hope is that our students are
learning healthy respect for themselves, their school, and authority.
Let every soul be subject unto the higher
powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of
God. Whosoever therefore resisteth the power, resisteth the ordinance of God
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New Year correct translation
I marvel at the inaccuracy of the English translations. English translations mislead us at times from the truth.
They call this feast “The feast of trumpets”. Nowhere in the Hebrew Bible is the word “trumpet” ever associated with this feast. And this feast is never referred to” the new year”, as we call it in Israel today.
Doesn’t the enemy like to hide the truth from us? Going back to the correct title for this feast is the first step of seeing the prophetic picture in this season.
New year warning
The parable of the ten virgins represents Christians or believers, all of whom fell asleep. They represent believers in Christ spanning the last two thousand years. Some will rise from the dead because their lamps had oil and others will rise to the wrath of God because their lamps did not have oil. They were unprepared when the bridegroom came, and He shut the door to them. Every Christian for the past 2,000 years has had a chance to prepare for the bridegroom. At the last trump, the faithful virgins of all generations will be resurrected for the marriage supper of the Lamb, and those who are unprepared will not be able to attend.
Warning: Yom Kippur
What is the warning for? It is directly connected to Yom Kippur…
Warning: The Glory Of God Outside The Camp
According to Jewish tradition, Moses came down the mountain with the tablets of Yom Kippur. His face shone with the glory of God, and the children of Israel were unable to gaze directly on his face. This is a type of the second coming of Yeshua. The Jubilee trumpet was sounded on Yom Kippur. The glory of YHWH left the camp after the golden calf never to return. The sin of Golden calf forgiven by YHWH would continue to meet with Moses outside the camp. | <urn:uuid:6e67a8c6-14dc-4050-a9ed-567f9a20d989> | CC-MAIN-2021-31 | https://www.righteousfoundations.com/teaching/post-1253/ | 2021-08-05T05:12:56Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-31/segments/1627046155322.12/warc/CC-MAIN-20210805032134-20210805062134-00300.warc.gz | en | 0.945638 | 403 |
What’s a kitty cat to do when it lands on a strange planet? Survive, of course! In Cairn4’s Mewnbase, you play as a space traveling feline that lands on a mysterious desolated planet. From this point your cat avatar has to scrounge up materials to build a shelter that provides energy and oxygen, discover a way to maintain a steady supply of food, and explore the mysterious planet and uncover artifacts.
Mewnbase, for all intents and purposes, can most easily be compared to another 2D survival game, Don’t Starve. Both games revolve around acquiring materials and constructing a maintainable means of living in a harsh, unforgiving environment. However, unlike Don’t Starve and many other games in the survival genre, Mewnbase doesn’t place its focus on scrounging up whatever possible to withstand attacking enemies. In fact, you’ll quickly discover on the planets of Mewnbase you are very much alone.
All that is out there on the wild untamed planet is a cat and some materials. There are no enemies, so that means there is no form of combat. The gameplay is fairly simplistic and easy to get into a survival rhythm. The materials are all pretty straightforward and it’s easily laid out how to create an item and where to procure the materials.
You can easily scavenge enough food to survive day to day and find all of the elements needed to craft basic survival tools. The toughest material to find and collect are the artifacts which need to be researched in order to unlock more items to craft, but even then you can usually find a few within the first day or two. Mewnbase is for sure the most relaxed I’ve ever been playing a game in the survival genre.
However, while it is easy to survive, it’s not as easy to thrive. In order to get the best items and gear you need the a lot of artifacts which can be dispersed pretty far apart due to the procedural generation of the planets. The days of Mewnbase will also seem to tick by incredibly fast, which becomes doubly apparent during the night sections where it can be difficult to see anything at all even with the flashlight on and essentially shuts you down from exploring. There is a map function in the game, but even with that in mind it can be very easy to get lost exploring and run out of oxygen before making it back to base. Of course you can craft items to help out in case of situations like this.
There are only 3 gameplay modes of Mewnbase; tutorial, mission, and endless mode. The missions all boil down to “survive x amount of days” and as previously stated survival is easy peasy and the amount of days on the mission in my experience have been fairly low meaning I couldn’t even unlock a lot of the crafting items in that span. After the player hits the day limit of the mission mode they will get kicked back to the main menu. It would be nice to at least have the option to continue playing, as there were times where I was browsing the crafting menu and hit the days survived goal in the background to be abruptly jettisoned to the main menu.
Players will spend the bulk of their time playing Mewnbase in endless mode. This gives the player the ability to really pour over the map, unlock all of the crafting options, and play around with everything the game has to offer. Unfortunately, everything the game has to offer can be experienced in a matter of hours. Due to the low difficulty of the game, the modest amount of content can be parsed through and experienced fairly quickly leaving the player to ponder what there is to do next.
However it is worth noting that this game is still in its early access stage and is being updated with regularity. The developers are very open with the community they are building and listen to their suggestions of bug fixes and possible additions. So it is entirely possible that a few months down the line this game could evolve in some significant ways.
But what Cairn4 has developed in Mewnbase is a solid, well, base. The cutesy cat theme is endearing; its adorable to pick out your cat and uncover artifacts that end up being laser pointers and kitty treats. The game has a steady pace that encourages the player to keep moving and exploring even without the threat of enemies. The planets use procedural generation in a simple way that prevents the player from getting too comfortable on multiple new saves by changing up the placement of materials and weather events such as sandstorms and thunderstorms.
Mewnbase is a perfect survival game for people that haven’t spent a significant amount of time with the genre yet. The materials are plentiful enough that the act of surviving in and of itself isn’t a frustrating task. With a level head the dangers that are present can be overcome, despite applying pressure early on. This helps a new entrant to the genre acclimate with the basic systems of a survival game and serves as a more chill and relaxed experience as opposed to a frustrating game rife with deaths and confusing terminology. There’s enough in the box to warrant the modest price of admission, but if the survival genre bug really bites while playing Mewnbase, the only relief would be to seek out another game with more expansive content.
This review is based on a retail copy of the game provided by the publisher.
Fly me to the Mewn
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Blam! A fist slammed into the face of twelve year old Martin Honorio. As he remembers it, this was part of every day life in the rough streets of Itztapalapa which lies on the outskirts of Mexico City. It’s the kind of place where children have to turn into men way too quickly. “There are parts of the capital (Mexico City) where you have to really watch yourself. You have to fight in order to survive. There was always someone trying to take advantage of you,” says Honorio. “That’s when I decided I had to learn to defend myself.”
It was for that reason that Honorio (27-4, 14 KO’s) joined a boxing gym and also started selling bottled water in the local neighborhoods so he could pay for the membership fee and some needed equipment. After some instruction and time, he was more than able to hold his own against any would be bullies. “If anyone wanted to fight I was ready,” Honorio said. “I didn’t lose many fights after that.”
“Once I continued in the gym I really started liking boxing,” he recalled. The sport he once practiced for street survival became his calling. “I was captivated by the training and the one on one nature of it.”
The 30 year old has traveled far in his quest for fistic glory. Along the way he’s hit some bumps on the road but he’s persisted as any good fighter must do. He now holds the NABO lightweight title (135 lbs.) which he won from the hard punching John Molina in November of 2009 at the Pechanga Casino in Temecula where he returns on Friday as he headlines against Dominican Wilton Hilario (12-0, 9 KO’s).
Molina stepped into the ring against Honorio undefeated in eighteen fights having stopped fourteen of his victims before the final bell. Sometimes in high light reel, brutal fashion. Some saw the fight against Honorio, who normally fights as a 130 pounder, as a stepping stone towards greater things for the charismatic Molina.
Those who underestimated Honorio’s chances didn’t take into account that he had beaten the also undefeated, eventual world champion Steven Luevano. He had also defeated world class fighter Rogers Mtagwa by split decision in late 2006.
Instead it was Honorio’s spectacular one punch, fifty six second loss to world champion Robert “The Ghost” Guerrero that stuck in most people’s minds. It was a perfectly thrown, wicked straight left that seemed to have materialized out of nowhere. It shattered Honorio’s dream of winning the featherweight (126 lbs.) title. “It was a sad night for me. I couldn’t believe it. I worked so hard and for it to end that quickly was disappointing,” he recalled. “I just got caught with a great punch I didn’t see. There are no excuses. I couldn’t recover.”
Although Molina is a good young fighter, he certainly hasn’t developed Guerrero’s skill set. His rise was achieved through raw, sheer force and impressive knockouts. Yet Honorio wasn’t intimidated by the brash lightweight out of Covina, California. In front of a national audience on Showtime, Honorio gave his opponent a boxing lesson. “I knew I had to go in there and do the work I prepared for,” he said. “I used a lot of movement. You can’t sit and wait for fighters like Molina who come at you so I used my distance and speed.”
After all was said and done, Honorio took the unanimous decision win and the vacant NABO title in what turned out to be an easier than expected fight. Although it was known that Molina had been struggling with the flu before the fight, one can’t be clear as to what effect it had on the outcome. “I heard him comment that he was sick but there shouldn’t be any excuses. He’s a young fighter and it wasn’t his night,” Honorio said. “I’ve lost some tough ones too but that’s where you learn the most and he’s still got a good future ahead of him.”
While I definitely believe that Molina walked into the ring sick, I also believe that a part of him felt he could still beat Honorio. If you have a burgeoning career and you’re truly ill why step into the ring against a solid fighter like Honorio otherwise? And why bring up the issue after the fight? As far as I saw it, Honorio’s crafty fighting and slick movement didn’t allow Molina to set himself for the heavy bombs he’s used to unleashing.
Unfortunately for Molina it doesn’t look like a rematch is part of Honorio’s future plans anytime soon. “I don’t think so. The fight already happened and it doesn’t need to happen again,” he said. “In order to rematch him I would have to fight in his division and I don’t want to do that. I plan to go back to 130 pounds after this fight.”
Winning the NABO title means an automatic top ten slot within the WBO rankings. But it’s a major world title Honorio dreams about. “I want another title shot. I want to win the world championship badly,” he commented. “If it happens, then my dream will finally be accomplished.”
The first step is getting past Hilario. “I’m not one to underestimate anyone. I’ve been training with sparring partners like Salvador Sanchez, Israel Vazquez and Charles Huerta and they’ve made me work hard. On Friday the fans will see me better than ever,” Honorio said. “There will be exciting action that night. I’m going to make sure the audience feels privileged to be there. I already did all the work in the gym. Now I have to put it all together in the ring.”
Honorio vs. Hilario is the main event for ESPN2’s Friday Night Fights. Rico Ramos and John Molina will also be on the Goossen-Tutor promoted card. Tickets priced at $70 Premium Ringside (Rows 1-3), $60 (Ringside Rows 4-7), $45 (VIP rows 8-11) and $30 General Admission (Rows 12 and beyond) are available at the Pechanga Box Office from 10am to 10pm or by calling 1-877-2WIN and press 2.
Doors open at 5:00 PM. First Bout is at 6:00 P.M.
On Youtube: Martin Honorio vs. John Molina http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9aVMlJdky60
Ralph Gonzalez on twitter: www.twitter.com/fightmedia
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BOSTON (MarketWatch) -- Beleaguered home-builder stocks on Tuesday rose for the second straight session following government reports on housing starts and consumer prices for March.
The sector gained ground in early trading after the Commerce Department said housing starts and building permits both rose 0.8% in March, higher than economists had expected. See related story.
The sector was also helped by a separate report showing U.S. consumer prices in March increased less than forecast. The news sent Treasury-bond yields, to which mortgage rates are linked, lower early Tuesday. See Bond Report.
Home-builder stocks have been pounded so far in 2007 on signs the key spring selling season isn't progressing as well as expected. Before Tuesday's market open, an exchange-traded fund tracking the Dow Jones U.S. Home Construction Index DJUSHB, +0.49% was off about 17% year to date, according to Morningstar Inc.
"We'd like to be more constructive on the home builders given the recent pullback in valuations for the group," wrote Morgan Stanley analysts in a research note Tuesday. "Unfortunately, stiff operational headwinds persist, and we see few, if any, positive catalysts on the horizon, absent a Fed rate cut."
The analysts said they remain "cautious" on a home-building industry they see in the grips of "a cyclical downdraft which will result in the group underperforming the S&P 500 SPX, +0.79% near-term."
Banc of America Securities in a report to clients Tuesday said "continued construction discipline is needed to reduce the excess inventory and stabilize home prices."
Earlier this week, the National Association of Home Builders said its monthly survey revealed lower confidence in the aftermath of the subprime-mortgage meltdown. See Economic Report.
Home-building giant D.R. Horton Inc. DHI, +1.12% is scheduled to release quarterly earnings before the market opens Thursday. Earlier this month, the company said the spring selling season "has not gotten off to its usual strong start." See full story. | <urn:uuid:f5a61a22-4ead-40a0-a851-8c969378c24b> | CC-MAIN-2018-34 | https://www.marketwatch.com/story/home-builder-shares-rise-after-housing-starts-inflation-reports | 2018-08-17T11:55:13Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-34/segments/1534221212040.27/warc/CC-MAIN-20180817104238-20180817124238-00562.warc.gz | en | 0.955861 | 437 |
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ICO Startup was in process at 22 June, 2018
Ico Start date was on 15 February, 2018, and the first post on bitcoin forum we see is on 27 November, 2013 with Subject [ANN][ICO] SMARTRealty Revolutionizing Real Estate Transactions FINAL DAY!!!.
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Startup END DATE was 15 May, 2018
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Ultra Trail Mont Blanc (UTMB) 2013 Race Report by Tom Phillips
10 days after finishing the UTMB the memories are still very vivid, but the order in which some events took place takes a bit of thinking about! The one thing that is clear is the intensity of the experience is as big as the race is long. Reading other reports it is also obvious that athletes at both ends of the spectrum find it tough and experiencemany of the same emotions, the massive dips in energy leading to despondency, often then countered by the exhilarating highs of racing and competing in amazing scenery and what is certainly the number one trail race in the world.
It's a long journey just to get the the start line, with the need to complete arduous qualifying races and then the wait for a successful entry. That process took me nearly two years from first deciding to attempt this ultra running challenge.
The UTMB was first run in 2002, since then it has rapidly grown to something that is on the "tick list" of many long distance runners. Starting and finishing in Chamonix it takes an anti clockwise route around Mont Blanc, pretty much following the walking trail that takes experienced mountain walkers 10 days to complete. The race has a time limit of 46 hours and although you don't need to average much more than 2 miles an hour, there is normally a failure rate of over 50% of those tackling the 105 mile (168km) route with nearly 10,000 metres of ascent (35,000 feet).
Although I love running, climbing and cycling in mountains in the UK and abroad, I had never visited Chamonix before. Arriving on a wet afternoon in late August with several weeks of niggling injuries my spirits were not great! A sore hip, reoccurring ear infections and perhaps general fatigue after two long distance triathlons during the year and arduous support runs on mountain challenges in Scotland the The Lake District during the preceding three weekshad taken their toll.
My mood soon improved however with the eccentric humour of my host for the week - Gerhard Röhrl and his enthusiastic wife and daughter who were along to support him. Waking the next day to dramatic views of Mont Blanc and skies full of parapenters cruising the early morning thermals I started to see why Chamonix was such an iconic venue. Gerhard was doing the race as well, and he had experienced the tough conditions the previous year when the course was shortened into a mere 100km race because of snow and high winds. This year the forecast was looking reasonable, and as race day came closer it was obvious that conditions were going to be pretty much perfect.
For such a simple activity (running) there does seem to be a lot of things to organise and decide on. The main issue is that once you start, if you have forgotten something vital like sun cream, vaseline, plasters, etc and you need them then potentially you are going to have a pretty tough time!
Before starting at 4.30 pm on Friday afternoon you (along with over 4,000 other runners from the last two races of the UTMB week) have to pass a kit check, get your number and timing chips, leave your "drop bag" (spare kit for the half way check point), and of course try and rest and sleep for the test of endurance to come. A reoccurring ear infection was a real worry for me. It had wrecked my last race, and was now threatening this one! I did manage to get out on a "short" 20km recce of the last pat of the race route however, I didn't intend to run that far but the mountain scenery just seduces you!
Fast forward to Friday afternoon and I'm sitting in the sunshine just a few metres from the start line, surrounded by runners from all over the globe. The PA system is booming out music and the commentator is introducing the top runners to the huge crowd compressed into the small streets around the start/finish line. Many of the worlds top trail runners are here, it is a privilege to be in the same race.
10 minutes to go and we are asked to stand up and gradually we move forward and get even more compressed, but soon the waiting is over, and 2,300 runners make their way, walking, then jogging, then running, through the cheering crowds lining the streets. It makes my spine tingle and the assault on the senses is total. This part of the race alone makes all the effort worthwhile.
The first section is pretty easy going and I get chance to chat to a few other runners, an Australian Lady who did her qualifying races in the Blue Mountains near Sidney, then I chat to a French guy who tells me that he has done the UTMB 7 times. "That's amazing" I say. Then he mentions that he has only completed it once. I feel it would be mean to retract my compliment ! Generally though there seems to be very little "banter" unlike UK races I have experienced. The French in particular seem very serious and don't seem to want to engage in any way. Apart from the supporters the only sounds are those of footfall and the tap, tap tap of walking poles which are very popular.
I seemed to have chosen a good starting position as I am not getting overtaken or held up by other runners. More crowds again at Les Houches, including Karin and Caroline who are also looking out for Gerhard of course. I joke with them "It's easy, it's all downhill!" On the first climb there is once again amazing support. People have spilled out of Chalets, perhaps slightly inebriated from an afternoon on the wine, and they are giving it 100% in terms of volume with cow bells and anything else they can make noise with. "Allez Thomas" They take time to spot your name on your race number and make you feel even more special.
Delightful late evening Alpine views are a reward for getting to the top of the first climb, a mere 750 metres of ascent that one. Then its down the the lowest altitude of the whole route, St Gervais at 800 metres. Drum beats echo around the valley and it sounds like a carnival is taking place, and of course it is because the UTMB is coming to town. I don't stop long in the checkpoint (21kms) where there is plenty of food and drink on offer amidst the amazing crowds. I grab some pieces of banana and refill my water bottles. Karin and Caroline are there again to offer encouragement and I tell them again that is all down hill, easy!
Now I was onto a crucial section, the long 23 km climb to Croix du Bonhomme, one of the highest points of the trail. This was very gradual at first and much of it was OK to run or jog. I sped through the next checkpoint at Contamines and by the time dusk came I was onto the steeper part of the climb and heading back out of the lush valleys and into the mountains. I chatted briefly with a group of British runners, one of them (Kevin Perry) was struggling, nothing in his legs he said. He was a good runner as well having come 4th in the UK's Lakeland 100 race in July. Even the best find such challenges tough at times.
I was having a good patch, but I knew it wouldn't last. It is the nature of endurance events that you will have a dip in energy and a very strong urge to stop, well at least I do. I had a brief "conflict" with an over officious marshal at La Balme (39kms) who demanded I put on a waterproof top and full length leg cover, this was very frustrating as I was still pretty warm and also other runners were going past the checkpoint wearing the same as me. "It is very cold" she said so I put on my long sleeve top which was, after my protestations eventually enough to allow me to continue.
The view back down the valley was sensational with a continuous line of torches many kilometers long marking the route I had taken. The way ahead was also marked by torches, but the reflected light of the runners ahead moving away from me was much softer and less clear.
The clear skies meant the temperature had now dropped to just a few degrees, but with almost no wind it was not a problem, and I got the the top of this climb (2443 metres) without too much difficulty. Rocky traversing eventually lead to a smooth grassy run in to the 50km checkpoint at Les Chapieux. Here there was a random kit check and a pretty busy feeding station. This is where I made a big mistake. I was feeling so good I thought I would gain a few places (this place was packed) by grabbing a couple of bits of food and carrying straight on rather than "wasting" time sitting down and eating. It was just before midnight and I had been going for over 7 hours, but I had been feeding quite well on the move and feeling pretty good. The next climb was "only" 1,000 metres, much shorter than the last monster!
A section of road gradually climbing up thenext valley was pretty easy going. But once I hit the climb proper my energy levels soon dropped to rock bottom, despite taking an energy gel I was being overtaken and finding it hard going. I took the decision to just keep going, get over the pass, and perhaps have more to eat at the next checkpoint. This strategy might have worked OK in the UK, but on bigger Alpine climbs and with diminished oxygen levels at such altitudes it nearly bought my race to an end. I started to get dizzy and was at times even staggering off the path, but it didn't look far to the top so once again I just kept going. Another mistake I made was that I wasn't looking at my altimeter to monitor my progress, and getting to what I thought was the high point on this section brought me disappointment as a new line of lights climbing up to the left indicated that I still had quite a way to go. Negative thoughts swirled around my head: I wish I could just quit now, find somewhere to sleep and escaped from this torment. I was cold and weak and close to collapse. Somewhere inside though I knew that I could get through this. If I really thought about it my legs were not really tired. I just needed to re-energise myself. It was dispiriting to have to stand aside to keep letting people past. The lights of the checkpoint at Col de la Seigne on the Italian border were very welcome, although there was no food I sat down, had a gel and put on my waterproof top and gloves. (At least there wasn't a passport check, I might have had a sense of humour failure had there been). A marshall kindly came and sat with me and asked if I was OK, I could see other runners sat inside a transparent safety shelter, I knew I didn't want to succumb to that, so I got back on my feet and stumbled down toward the next checkpoint just a few kms ahead.
Lac Combal checkpoint was an outdoor feed station, but even so I took plenty of time here, consuming a few bowls of soup with bread, drank a couple of cups of coke (which seems to settle your stomach) , then some sweet tea, and finally eat some cake. I then let it settle whilst I spent a bit of time getting my drinks and other bits and pieces organised for the next section. I started to feel a bit more positive and eventually set off towards the last climb before the approximate half way mark at Courmayeur. A very thin crescent moon was rising in the stunning star lit sky, and occasional shooting stars flickered just above the horizon. To my left the looming bulk of the Mont Blanc massif could be sensed rather than seen, with its silhouettes of rocky spires and jagged ridges.
it always amazes me how quickly in ultra marathons you can go from rock bottom to feeling full of energy and ready to tackle whatever is thrown at you. The steep climb up the Arête du Mont-Favre held no fear for me now, my legs felt strong and all those negative thoughts had been swept away. The next feed station was just 4kms from Courmayeur, but what a 4kms! It was a vertical staircase down through the trees with the city lights far below. I was "in the zone" and my running auto pilot had taken over as at last I was actually gaining places rather than loosing them.
The narrow streets of the city were deserted with just an hour or so to go before dawn, but the trail markers picked out by my head torch led me to the sports centre where I would find my drop bag and have the opportunity to change clothing, footwear and pick up some of my own energy foods which I would be vital in the day ahead.
To be honest the Sports centre had the atmosphere of a morgue. people laying around in various states of fatigue. The food wasn't inspiring either, a plate of pasta with a meager topping of sauce, I had a small amount but enjoyed the drinks of sweet tea and coke much more.
25 minutes had gone by by the time I had changed shoes, t-shirt, applied sun cream and other minor but important rituals. Then I headed out towards the 800 metre climb up to Refuge Bertone. The ascent consisted of steep zig zags amongst tree clad slopes. My energy levels were pretty good and the occasional glimpse of competitors way above in the receding darkness didn't dispirit me. I arrived just after dawn for "breakfast" at the refuge. There wasn't much on offer though, some porridge or cereal would have been great. So it was just more sweet tea! A steward pointed me out to her partner, looking concerned. What had I done wrong? But it was just a patch of blood on my knee that I had gained after a tumble when I caught my foot on a wooden post on the start of the previous descent. She seemed very concerned by it and obviously wanted to leap into action with her first aid kit, I didn't have time for that though. It was only a small graze and I had actually forgotten all about it. She seemed diappointed.
A beautiful section of trail was the reward for that last climb, contouring pretty much the next 10 kms with great views of the Mont Blanc massif across the valley. Chamonix was somewhere behind that, it still felt a long way off. The next "offering" was the ascent up the highest point on the circuit, the Grand Col Ferret on the Swiss border at an altitude of 2537 metres (that's 8323ft). I still seemed to have quite a lot of energy and the temperature was ideal with a slight breeze to temper the heat of the sun. I chatted to a group of three Brits that a caught up at the Refuge Bonatti, they agreed that you had to battle through low points, but pointed out that they hadn't experienced any highs yet!
Fortunately my good spell continued all the way down to the next checkpoint at La Fouly, my choice of footwear (highly cushioned Hokas) allowed my to accelerate downwards as if on a roller coaster. I was ready for a bit of a break though at the La Fouly feed station which seemed to occupied just by British runners.
The next 10 kms continued on a gradual descent, but it did require a lot of determination to keep running after nearly 20 hours on the go. I started looking at my GPS and the kilometers seemed to be taking a long time, I thought I was near another feed station at Praz de Fort which was marked on my profile, but it was just a deserted village of wooden houses amongst alpine meadows, straight from a chocolate box cover. There was actually a bit of a nasty climb up the the next feed station at Champex Lac. Part way up was a unscheduled checkpoint - to stop people cheating by getting a lift up the road!.
I got the impression quite a few people threw in the towel at Champex. There were a lot of very tired looking people strewn around the large feed station. Once again the food on offer was not particularly enticing, with cheese and biscuits, salami and other pretty indigestible items, so I was glad of my raspberry "chia" drink which I made up from sachets, it was refreshing and provided a bit of energy too.
Champex is a small holiday resort next to a very scenic lake, and there was good support running out of the town towards what looked like a fairly steady climb on the profile. After running alone for so long it was a pleasant change to join up with a small group consisting of a couple of French men, a French lady and a young Spanish runner. Unfortunately the French contingent who seemed to be confident in the route led us up a wrong turn and after a brief discussion we decided to backtrack and soon found the correct route, but it was a bit frustrating to do an extra kilometer of running!
There were "only" two climbs left after this one, so it felt like the finishing line was actually tangible. My average speed suggested that I would finish in under 30 hours, but according the the schedule I had I was behind that pace required for that. I soon found out why. The climb up Bovine was brutally steep and relentless. A couple of Brits I had met earlier in the race caught me up and left me behind, they were chatting away as if they were on a a leisurely walk. I was starting to struggle with my energy levels again but I was having rationing the energy gels I had so I would have some left for the final climb. Eventually the gradient eased to a more gentle angle through pastures filled with grazing cows, some of which were blocking the path, all were fitted with standard issue alpine bells. I once again was struggling to maintain a decent pace on the remainder of this climb and the long descent to Trient.
The climbs on the UTMB are long, but sometimes the descents can seem even more daunting. After a steep section through woods the next checkpoint looked to be just a few hundred metres away at a hotel in the valley bottom, but then I realised that the descent actually continued into another valley hidden around the corner, and a friendly spectator pointed out where the checkpoint was, way down below still! Some further sections of very steep trail had to be tackled to get there, and once again the checkpoint feed station was a very British affair, and I compared notes on our levels of fatigue. After my previous mistakes I decided not to rush away to fast so I had a bit of time here to try and digest some food, and that was a wise choice as the next climb was also a monster (well it felt that way at this stage in the race). Heading up the 700 metre climb to Catogne I was alone again almost on autopilot, grinding out the zig zags and looking at my altimeter as the digits gradually reached the target of 2027 metres. I found the next descent back into France equally tough, but the fact that just one ascent remained spurred me on.
The Vallorcine checkpoint was the last large feeding station and I now had to get organised for a finish in the dark. Most other runners seemed to have the luxury of support teams to help them get there kit organised, stock up on their own preferred food and even provide a change of clothing and footwear. Certainly the lack of decent energy food had made it tough going for me and I had been forced to saved my last two gels for the final climb of La Tête aux Vents.
In the fading light of Saturday evening I plodded my way up the last ascent. I was feeling dizzy at times and my breathing was getting quite laboured and noisy. I was literally on my last legs! A group of about 6 runner stormed past me, coming out of nowhere, they must have had some good fuel at the last stop. I had my last gel and stumbled on alone. Bending down to wash my hands in a stream ( they were sticky from the gel), and then standing up again made me very light headed. I had to use my poles to just keep upright, I think my blood sugar levels were a bit low!
Somewhere ahead was the final descent that I had run a few days before, but in the dark it was very hard to judge distances, I could see the lights of the La Flégère cabin lift, but around each corner they never seemed to get any closer. I could also see more runners lights behind starting to catch me up, and this spurred me on to try and keep a reasonable pace going. At least the bouldery traverse suited me a bit, and I actually caught up a couple of people who had overtaken me on the last climb. It only took me 30 minutes to complete the section from La Tête aux Vents to La Flégère, although it seemed much longer. Time just like your pace seems to be able to speed up and slow down on endurance events. I had now been going for 30 hours but at last the lights of Chamonix were in view 800 metres below.
I had virtually no energy left but somehow managed to run most of the last 8kms. Perhaps going downhill is more to do with fatigue than energy levels. I passed the cafe of La Floria which would be open again by the time many of the runners were completing this section on Sunday morning. Chamonix was getting close now and soon I was running through the outskirts of the town, obliged to run rather than walk (which I really wanted to do) as there were now quite a few spectators cheering me even though it was rapidly approaching midnight.
Despite the late hour the support at the finish line was amazing, if you were in a hotel near the main square you would be struggling for sleep I think. Since the first finisher (over 10 hours in front of me) there had only been another 156 people cross the line, and still another 1500 people would finish behind me. But however long you took, just to get around the course inside two days is a big achievement that many people aspire to. I had been on the go so long it was actually hard to conceive of a time when I had not been running around Mont Blanc. I picked up my prized finisher gilet, and walked back to my accommodation in a daze.
Awaking from a deep sleep I looked out the window at Mont Blanc in the faint light of dawn. Was that all a dream? It felt like it could have been but my aching legs, thirst and hunger told me otherwise! | <urn:uuid:88957556-119f-4cbd-98f8-f6be0d65d466> | CC-MAIN-2019-04 | https://w-o-w.com/activities/running/ultra-tour-mont-blanc | 2019-01-18T08:24:49Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-04/segments/1547583659944.3/warc/CC-MAIN-20190118070121-20190118092121-00530.warc.gz | en | 0.986251 | 4,690 |
Photo taken at the Sedgwick County Zoo in Wichita KS . Was a birthday gift for a friend.
Your photo wall hangings are beautiful Susie
The flamingos are my favorite.
This is a very pleasing and restful wall-hanging. I say this with the understanding that I don't like those pink plastic things that were found on the front yard when I was growing up. This lovely scene I would put up in my house!. | <urn:uuid:ff827d66-3fd2-4de6-8fc4-99d3fea3998f> | CC-MAIN-2016-18 | http://www.quiltersclubofamerica.com/media/p/186273.aspx | 2016-05-05T03:08:10Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-18/segments/1461860125857.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20160428161525-00207-ip-10-239-7-51.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.975054 | 92 |
When Mary just shows up
It’s the middle of August. Summer is quickly coming to an end. Our calendars are busy with back-to-school shopping, sports practices beginning again, moving children to college, and enjoying the last days of relaxation before everything picks up in the fall.
In the chaos of life, Mary shows up today on the Church’s liturgical calendar, and the Church in her wisdom, obliges us to attend Mass on this special holy day. For some, the holy day might have been on your radar for a few weeks while for others a reminder at Sunday Mass or from your family prompts your attendance. We can say that Mary simply shows up in our life today as we celebrate her assumption into heaven.
In my experience, Mary has a tendency to show up in our lives at times when we least expect. The readings for the Assumption point to this reality. In the first reading from the Book of Revelation, we hear about the woman crowned with stars waging war against the dragon. The Book of Revelation recounts John’s vision of heaven. And in all that he saw and wrote, Mary shows up, that is, if we grant that the woman of Revelation 12 is Mary. Some scholars suggest other possibilities, but as we read it within the context of the Assumption, our minds cannot help but think that it is Mary.
In the Gospel, Mary shows up at the home of Elizabeth. After she received the angelic visitation and learned about the workings of God not only in her life, but also in the life of her aged cousin Elizabeth, Mary goes in haste and shows up at her home. Elizabeth wasn’t expecting her visit, but she joyfully receives her, calling her blessed among women.
Elsewhere in the Gospel it is true, as well. Mary shows up at the wedding feast of Cana (see John 2:1–12). Yes, she was invited, but her presence there commences Jesus’ public ministry by pointing out the simple fact there was no more wine. Because she showed up and spoke to her son, the couple was spared embarrassment. Mary showed up at the foot of the cross, too. Every other apostle, save one abandoned Jesus at the cross. Mary remained faithful with John. And because she showed up, Jesus spoke those words which echo within the Church today, “Behold, your mother” (John 19:27).
Mary has shown up in the lives of countless people throughout the centuries. One group of people include visionaries, who went about the happenings of their ordinary day, only to be granted a vision of Mary, which changed their lives forever. She shows up in those places to bring a message to the world.
Because Mary shows up in these places, she changes the course of history, bringing an end to war and communism. Mary showed up in the life of St. John Paul II on May 13, 1981, when an assassin attempted to kill the Holy Father. Mary showed up, and as he often would say, guided the bullet, and spared his life.
Mary has a habit of just showing up in our lives. When I’m driving down the country roads in rural Wisconsin, and looking at the homes I pass by, I often see a statue of Mary, reminding me that she is my mother, she loves me as her child, and consistently prays for me.
The presence of Mary in our life today, through the celebration of the Assumption, is a reminder to us that Mary shows up in our lives. Because she was taken by her son, body and soul into heaven, Mary now can have a more complete love and care for the Church. When she lived her life with the early Church, she could only love those who were proximately close to her. But now, because she is assumed into heaven, she loves all the children of the world with a motherly love. We can ask her to pray for us at a moment’s notice, and she will show up and offer her prayers to God for us.
In your own life, be attentive to the moments when Mary shows up, through the gift of an answered prayer, or in the unexpected moment when you need a reminder of God’s love. Stay devoted to her, and we can hold fast to our belief she will show up at our death, and her prayers will assist us on our journey to that kingdom, where she lives with her Son, Our Lord and savior. | <urn:uuid:de2f41fb-7f26-4ada-8b82-7c0872df4f1d> | CC-MAIN-2019-09 | http://www.catholicdigest.com/faith/spirituality/when-mary-just-shows-up/ | 2019-02-18T21:04:07Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-09/segments/1550247488374.18/warc/CC-MAIN-20190218200135-20190218222135-00503.warc.gz | en | 0.973287 | 920 |
“Nobody Wants Your Email Newsletter!”
This week I started listening to the Building A Story Brand podcast by Donald Miller. It’s an awesome resource to understand how great brands are built. One line that stood out to me from their website critique was this:
“Nobody wants your email newsletter!”
Did you know that the average office worker gets 120 emails per day in their inbox? How many of those emails do you think actually get read?
In order to market well to people who visit our websites we have to think like them. I highly doubt that anyone who visits my website is really so enamored with my business that they want another email in their inbox from me about me.
So why should we use email marketing?
Email marketing is a highly saturated field! While most companies will struggle to generate interest from their “newsletter” I think there are two types of companies that can still benefit from email marketing:
1. The Visionary Company
Companies that are truly leaders in their industry create a following! These raving fans will sign up for email marketing and they are genuinely interested in every detail of these companies. Here are a few organizations that I personally follow because I love these brands and am inspired seeing what they do!
2. The Value Company
Because most of us don’t fall into category #1 we have to look at the value we’re providing for our readers. If your company isn’t exploring outer space reinventing the wheel it’s probably a good idea to instead focus on the value you can provide to people on a regular basis.
A great example of someone I follow in this category is Michael Hyatt. He is a model to me for providing value to readers because I’ve benefitted so much from his free resources. His writing is helpful to me and solves problems that I face daily in my work.
How do we provide value to readers?
It’s easy to forget that we as a business leaders know things that other people don’t. When we work on something everyday we become so accustomed to it we forget that other people don’t know the first thing about it! What are you an expert in that other people would want to learn about?
One of the best ways to gain client loyalty is to fix a problem for them! Think through what problems your clients and potential clients are facing and provide solutions. This works extremely well if the solution is also something you offer as a service!
3. Action Steps
Reading a blog post or newsletter can get you thinking but if you really want to provide results for your customers provide them with an action step! What is one thing you can challenge people to do that will help them take a step towards success in their business?
Therefore…Action Step: Survey Your Readers
One of the most insightful things I’ve done at Ramp was sending out a client survey a few months ago. I offered a free book to my paying subscribers in exchange for them filling out a quick survey about Ramp.
Through doing this I was able to learn what exactly people liked, what they didn’t like, what services they wished I would provide, and they all got a free book out of it!
Action Step: I challenge you to survey your clients! See what their problems are, what they’re dying to have you fix for them, what they want to learn more about…
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Feiy is from Boeung Kachhang, which is a 20 minute boat ride from the capital of Koh Kong. The beauty of the village is tainted by litter, which is regularly dumped on the island during strong sea surges. There is no electricity or water supply and villagers use generators and water bought from the mainland. Most people living here are fishermen, garment factory workers and boat drivers. Many are struggling to earn a living due to changes in the local climate, with fish stocks rapidly declining and storms increasing.
Feiy is a teacher at the local primary school. Through Save the Children’s programme he has been learning how to teach children to adapt to the changing climate and prepare for disasters. | <urn:uuid:ae6b00d2-1108-49b9-811f-0b1bf8ed8a62> | CC-MAIN-2018-34 | https://www.savethechildren.org.nz/stories/mat-soeu-feiy/ | 2018-08-21T06:58:34Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-34/segments/1534221217970.87/warc/CC-MAIN-20180821053629-20180821073629-00031.warc.gz | en | 0.971039 | 141 |
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HEY, I'M EVÓRA!
I’m a trend setter, an adventurer, a coffee lover and a photographer! I love experiments and personal projects. Finding new perspectives and breathing in new life into old boring scenes is what inspires and gets me excited! If you call yourself a creative, proudly wear that title, be memorable, inspire others and always be ahead of the crowd! Be Evóra!
The start of ones love story is capturing their engagement photos from cozy in home sessions, to relaxing on the dock at your cottage or going on an adventurous hike it is all about capturing who you are as a couple ♡
Romantic Fall Engagement in Killarney Provincial Park Engagement Forks of the Credit Adventure Session Engagement Dreamy Cottage Engagement on Lake Wahwashkesh Engagement Flying Monkeys Sunset Engagement Engagement Country Farm Sunset Engagement Engagement | <urn:uuid:26b31251-397c-4acb-99e1-ce18d9895af8> | CC-MAIN-2019-22 | https://nicolealexphotography.com/engagements/page/2/ | 2019-05-27T04:59:47Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-22/segments/1558232261326.78/warc/CC-MAIN-20190527045622-20190527071622-00213.warc.gz | en | 0.83281 | 185 |
Paul from Green’s Leaves gave us a lively insight into the plants his nursery grows. Paul’s philosophy is that a plant needs to earn its place in a garden by any of four main criteria: coloured foliage, scented, southern hemisphere or sheer weirdness! He then proceeded to illustrate his talk using plants that he had brought with him and giving many tips on the best way to grow them.
- light improves the depth of colour of dark foliage plants
- judicious pruning helps limit size and in some encourages repeat flowering. With early season flowerers prune by 1/3 to improve shape.
- Planting in a ratio of one dark to two light gives a good contrast.
- Hardiness is on a scale of H1 to H7 (less to more) but the degree of hardiness of a particular plant will also depend on its age, moisture, size of pot/in the ground,wind, location in the garden, etc
In case any of you didn’t get a name or missed the meeting, below is a list of most of the plants Paul mentioned:
- Sambucus nigra ‘Black Lace’ – prune after flowering to keep size manageable
- Polemonium ‘Heaven Scent’ – trim whole plant after flowering to encourage repeat flowers
- Physocarpus – good for clay soils and can be pruned
- Actea ‘Black Negligee’ – good for moist soils
- Rogersia ‘Bronze Peacock’ – also good for moist soils
- Black Catkin Willow
- Black stemmed Dogwood
- Prostanthera rotundifolia (Australian Mint Bush) – hardiness H2
- Sedum rupestre ‘Angelina’ – bullet proof and copes with poor soil
- Hollies – 1 male needed to 20 females to produce berries. Examples included ‘Sliver Hedgehog’ and the Chestnut Leaf Holly.
- Spirea vanhouttei ‘Gold Fountain’ – good in pots; in sun foliage is gold, in shade, lime green
- Epimedium frohnleiten –good for shade and ground cover
- Sorbaria – this plant suckers so plant in a large pot buried in the ground. Lovely early foliage, flowers, and autumn colour.
- Eupatorium ‘Mask’ – great for butterflies. Needs sun or part shade and a moist soil.
- Gillenia trifoliata – white flowers in June and very good autumn colour.
- Buffalo Currant – yellow flowers, smells of cloves and great for bees. Plant in sun.
- Acers – the more dissected the leaves, the less wind tolerant
- Cercidiphylum japonicum pendulum
- Sarcococca ‘Winter Gem’ – an alternative to box.
- Brunnera ‘Looking Glass’ and ‘Alexander’s Great’
All in all a highly entertaining, informative talk.
The topical tips for April were from Anne and Julian.
Anne showed us her bulb planting trowel which is much narrower and more pointed than a conventional one. She says it is the only sort she now uses and not just for bulb planting but weeding and many other things too. When buying one remember to check the weld as this can be a weak point.
Julian’s tips: firstly, our preferred method now for weed control on our quite extensive paths and yard. Having previously tried Pathclear, steaming, hot air (from an electric paint stripper – not Julian’s mouth) and a flame thrower. We use an 8 litre watering can with a fine rose, 750 grams of table salt and a small amount of liquid washing machine detergent (say half a cap full). Dissolve with stirring and using water as hot as you have, and then water the paths. Ideally do this at the beginning of a dry spell. It needs repeating maybe 6 or 7 times a year, and occasionally you may need to do a little hand weeding as well, but it’s better than anything else we’ve ever used, with surprisingly little collateral damage. We usually begin as soon as the first seedling leaves appear, in very early spring or late winter, and repeat as necessary. One watering can full will treat between 10 and 12 sq yds. Of course this being the UK he couldn’t possibly advise that any of you do this. We’re just telling you what we do!
Secondly, a plug for specialist nurseries. 2 examples. We now grow a lot of daffodils, particularly late flowering ones, many of which we get from Ron and Adrian Scamp in Cornwall. (www.qualitydaffodils.com). They have a huge selection, a great physical and online catalogue and these 2 later flowering favourites which are about halfway through their flowering time now (mid April). The one, rather appropriate for Carmarthenshire being called “Merlin”,
and the others are called “Oryx”.
All Scamp’s daffs are grown in Cornwall and most seem to cope very well in our conditions. Most people order daffs in the autumn, but some of his good varieties sell out even by now, so have a look soon if you’re interested.
Richard Bramley, who most of us know, has recently built up an amazing collection, in flower now in one of his polytunnels at Farmyard Nurseries Llandysul, of Primula sieboldii. I’d urge anyone who likes the look of them to go and visit Farmyard whilst they’re still in flower.
May Meeting – Roddy Milne from Picton Castle
Our meeting on May 17th promises a restful departure from the busy time that most gardeners are having this month.
The topic is “The Woodland Garden and its Plants” and the talk will be presented by Roddy Milne, head gardener at Picton Castle. Some of you may already have visited Picton Castle, but do come along as enjoying an hour with Roddy as he gives us tips and advice is not to be missed. If you are planting up a wooded area yourself then you’re sure to get some hints on how to proceed. There will be time to ask questions and a plant sale, plants brought along by Roddy and of course those grown by our members.
If you would like to know more about Picton Castle, near Haverfordwest, and perhaps plan a visit this spring, have a look at www.pictoncastle.co.uk for more information. This 40 acre site is at its best at this time of year, especially the woodland walks and spectacular display of rhododendrons.
This is taking place on Wednesday May 10th. If you haven’t already given your name to Julian please do so asap. We need to know numbers to organise car sharing to Donna’s. The plan is to meet in the car park at Cymdu pub at 11.50 am and sort out filling the 4 cars Donna can accommodate from there/organise a shuttle service if needed. After Donna we go on to Elena for lunch – remember to bring a sharing plate of food; and then on to Tina’s for about 2.30 ish.
Westonbury Mill and Hergest Croft Visit
Anyone interested who hasn’t done so already and would like to car share, please let Julian know. The date for this is 24th May. The aim is to meet at Westonbury Mill in the morning, when it opens at 11.00 am and go on to Hergest Croft for the afternoon. Lunch can be had at either. Details will be finalised at the May meeting.
Cardiganshire Horticultural Society
The members of Cardiganshire Horticultural Society have very kindly said that any members of Cothigardeners who would like to join them on any of their outings would be very welcome to do so. Click here (http://cardhortsoc.org.uk/day-trips/ ) to go to their website if you are interested. Visits this year still to come include: Swansea: the Clyne Gardens & Penllergare; Powys: Bodfach & Bryn y Llidiart; Shropshire: Ruthall Manor & Dudmaston Hall; Chester Zoo Gardens. Details are also on our Members Offers page (click here) | <urn:uuid:70262d9f-97c4-4990-bd68-94cb86c61f28> | CC-MAIN-2019-13 | https://cothigardeners.com/2017/05/ | 2019-03-19T16:37:40Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-13/segments/1552912202003.56/warc/CC-MAIN-20190319163636-20190319185631-00083.warc.gz | en | 0.943887 | 1,795 |
Eva Mendes is seven months pregnant with Ryan Gosling's child, according to OK! Magazine.
There's a decent chance that kid might not be bad looking.
"She's been ready for motherhood for a while now and to be sharing this experience with Ryan is a dream come true for her!" a source said in the OK! story.
The actors have dated since starring in "The Place Beyond the Pines" in 2011.
OK!'s source reportedly said the development has strengthened the pair's relationship. "Ryan grew up without a dad, so he always said when he had kids, he'd be there no matter what. This is it for him."
One would think Eva Mendes would be more than enough to hang around for, but whatever works.
Another source reportedly said no one should expect marriage between the soon-to-be parents anytime soon.
"(Gosling) doesn't think they need to marry just because they are having a baby," the source said, "but Eva believes it's important to have their lives fully intertwined." | <urn:uuid:b803d184-54c8-423a-8510-4bf44f006f46> | CC-MAIN-2017-09 | http://www.reporterherald.com/opinion/editorial/ci_26117470/are-eva-mendes-and-ryan-gosling-becoming-parents | 2017-02-20T18:20:37Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-09/segments/1487501170600.29/warc/CC-MAIN-20170219104610-00548-ip-10-171-10-108.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.981117 | 219 |
We called these Discs PowerPoint Backgrounds, because we couldn’t decide whether they looked like smarties or not. In the end, we chose discs, but you call them what you want. The important thing to remember is that they are FREE PowerPoint backgrounds!
For those astute PowerPoint users out there, you’ll notice that some of the backgrounds have what’s called depth of field (DOF); where the “subject” is in focus and the background becomes more and more blurred the further away it is.
We digress! Open up the backgrounds in PowerPoint by clicking on each of the images above. You can then save them to your computer and amend them to fit your needs. Some of the backgrounds are a little dark, and may need a lighter coloured font, but we have every faith in your colour scheming abilities. Trial and error is the key. There are one or two backgrounds that are much lighter and you could probably get away with using a black font for your text on those. | <urn:uuid:193dac48-9ee7-4c2b-b8a5-fc2a8c5a1132> | CC-MAIN-2021-31 | http://www.powerpoint-backgrounds.net/tag/discs/ | 2021-08-05T14:29:01Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-31/segments/1627046155925.8/warc/CC-MAIN-20210805130514-20210805160514-00347.warc.gz | en | 0.943119 | 210 |
I recently had a very good question posed to me. “What is the biggest challenge you face as an indie writer?”
I had to think over this one for a while, but it finally came to me: the biggest challenge indie writers face is taking over the role of a publisher.
Writing is the easy part. (And yet, it has its own challenges because you have those times when the story isn’t “coming” to you because the characters are silent or you are going in a direction the characters don’t want you to go in. There are also days when you don’t feel like writing but have to anyway.)
But the hardest part is playing the role of publisher. I’ll give you an example of what tasks I have on my list to take care of in the next two weeks.
Marketing and Promoting: I need to get ads scheduled for The Viscount’s Runaway Bride and If It Takes A Scandal. If It Takes A Scandal is due out soon, and I want to maximize potential effectiveness in launching the book by promoting it via Facebook through an author assistant who helps to promote romance authors. She’s very effective and knows the right groups to hit with the promos. I’m not sure if I can say her name, so I’m not going to. But The Viscount’s Runway Bride is the first book in the Marriage by Bargain Series. When that goes to free, I can then run a Bargain Booksy ad (via Freebooksy) that promotes an entire series. Since If It Takes A Scandal is the fourth and final book in the series, now is the optimal time to promote the entire series. This method has worked well in the past, so I’m doing it again.
Thank you gifts to the people who take time out of their busy days to help me out: I need to send out paperback copies of Taming The Viscountess to my beta readers. I finally got the paperback approved, and the books are sitting on my desk waiting to be signed and mailed out.
Publishing: I need to make the paperback version of Forced Into Marriage now that my formatter has gotten it back to me.
Editing: I need to edit The Bride Price. I just finished the first draft yesterday, so I’m onto the edits. Once I finish the initial edits, I send it off to my editing team which composes of two editors and some beta readers.
Formatting and Publishing: I need to reformat Shotgun Groom so it’s ready when The Bride Price is out. Sep Wilson is Joel Larson’s younger brother-in-law in Shotgun Groom. Now that I have written Sep Wilson’s romance in The Bride Price, I need to go back and give Shotgun Groom a table of contents so that Smashwords will approve it for wide distribution. While I do that, I’m going to advertise The Bride Price at the end of it. I also need to do a Kindle version and upload it to Amazon.
Copyright Registration: I need to register the copyright to my latest books. I have to send in the paperback versions because the US Copyright Office wants the very best version, and they have written to me in the past telling me they want the paperbacks.
Marketing and Promoting: I need to update my website and blog to reflect the new books I’m going to be writing soon and to announce when If It Takes A Scandal is released.
Cover Design and Description and Setting Up Pre-Orders: I need to get three covers and descriptions done for three upcoming books. Now that I know what the titles will be to Books 2 and 3 in the Misled Mail Order Bride Series and I know what the stories will be about, I can move through with getting the books set up for pre-order. I also finally figured out what to do with Book 3 in the Marriage by Fate Series. So I’m going to be working on those things as well. Usually, I hire out for covers, but in this case, I’m doing these myself because I bought the fonts and images and want the same look for the entire series.
Hiring Cover Artist: I want to give the Marriage by Scandal Series (a series that has been out for years) new covers since they need a facelift. I have already contacted someone about this.
Formatting: Once I get If It Takes A Scandal back from a couple more people, I can move ahead with formatting the ebook version and putting it on Smashwords and Amazon.
Social Networking (which is really marketing and promoting that a writer would usually do anyway): I also have about 60 emails to go through, some of which are from Wattpad and Facebook. So I have to get that all answered. I do try to get to people as soon as I can, but the work above can get overwhelming, and with four kids and a husband, it’s hard to get around to all of the social media stuff in a day. I answer a couple of emails at a time and then come back to answer more the next day.
I won’t be writing for the next two weeks so I can get caught up on the stuff I’ve been putting off for the last month in order to get The Bride Price finished.
Some authors get personal assistants to help with the stuff I mentioned. I do hire out for editing and (sometimes) covers and formatting. Lately, I’ve been hiring out for book descriptions. I also pay for ads. I also have an accountant and payroll service. So I have people helping me for key things, but I do most of the stuff myself. Some people will say I’m nuts, but I enjoy having my hands in these other details. I love the writing, but the aspect of controlling the publishing process and setting up deadlines are fun, too. | <urn:uuid:b8671c68-5749-4e3d-ab95-d888be9b8b3f> | CC-MAIN-2018-51 | https://ruthannnordinauthorblog.com/2017/08/10/biggest-challenge-of-being-an-indie-author/ | 2018-12-10T21:51:38Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-51/segments/1544376823445.39/warc/CC-MAIN-20181210212544-20181210234044-00391.warc.gz | en | 0.964221 | 1,246 |
House of Cards is a show set in the intersecting worlds of media and politics. It won plaudits from viewers, and even a historic Emmy, partly due to the creators' attention to realism. Therefore, one might wonder how the show would portray the media's response to the government shutdown, which went into effect at midnight on October 1. Since the Kevin Spacey-starring show has a penchant for the dramatic, there is a fair chance a front page might have appeared similar to today's raging New York Daily News, one with a stab at scatological humor. The difference, however, is that the Daily News cover used as its poo-inspiration House of Cards itself. That the paper used that headline not for a pan of the show, but of the actual government is nothing short of a media miracle. | <urn:uuid:bfb30c68-1eeb-490e-9b92-ff247685b945> | CC-MAIN-2014-52 | http://www.fastcocreate.com/3019037/image-of-the-day/new-york-daily-news-produces-perfect-pop-culture-flip-off-to-congress | 2014-12-18T15:21:45Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-52/segments/1418802767247.82/warc/CC-MAIN-20141217075247-00025-ip-10-231-17-201.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.970065 | 168 |
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Wireless Carriers Losing Focus?
A UPI newswire article, via PhysOrg.com, reports that:
Wireless carriers have lost their focus and are concentrating on the wrong priorities, like trying to recruit as many new subscribers as possible, rather than properly serving those customers they have already contracted with, experts tell United Press International's Wireless World.
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Designing for the ‘modern boudoir’, the Turkish label Else is behind a selection of romantic and feminine high-end lingerie that is sure to appeal to almost every woman. Its luxe designs made by hand in its Istanbul atelier, Else delivers exactly the kind of pieces you’ll want to get dressed up in. think high waisted silhouettes, pretty but supportive bras and sheer bodysuits. Its nightwear translates this signature style into a selection of essential sleepwear. Think short kimono robes, silk pajama sets with lace panel inserts and printed chemises. Look through our edit of Else nightwear before your next sleepover. | <urn:uuid:86b1f586-5ca3-4fd5-aea9-93eb16693229> | CC-MAIN-2018-39 | https://www.lyst.com.au/shop/else-nightwear/ | 2018-09-20T05:13:58Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-39/segments/1537267156416.22/warc/CC-MAIN-20180920041337-20180920061337-00072.warc.gz | en | 0.936777 | 139 |
Living Better With Dementia
If you have received a diagnosis of dementia there are lots of things that will help you live as well as possible.
Living better (also known as living well) includes practical adjustments that can be made to help you do this. This page offers advice and tools to enable this.
Here are some helpful guides from the Alzheimer’s Society:
Safety in the Home – Practical Guide
Being Active – Practical Guide
In the Workplace – Guide for Employers
Your Personal Living Well With Dementia Handbook
Dementia Explained for Children and Young People
Helpcards are available for people living with dementia to make it easier to get help or assistance when out in the community. They allow a person to record their name and contact details, and the details of someone close to them who can be contacted if they need help.
Dementia Friendly Signs for your Organisation or Home
Below is a watermarked template example of a sign that could be used in your home or organisation. These signs – designed by Carrie Clarke – are exclusive to the Exeter Dementia Action Alliance.
The three different toilet signs below are £20 per sign including VAT with FREE delivery in Exeter. There will be an additional cost for postage and packing outside of Exeter. It is recommended to purchase them with the very strong double-sided tape – if so, add £1.50 per sign.
They have been designed by an occupational therapist for a specialist NHS dementia unit and have the following unique features:
* They contain image, shape and word, giving the viewer 3 different ways of interpreting the information
* The basic design has been adapted to include a directional arrow to encourage way-finding
* Easy read lettering and use of colour contrast to enhance readability – DDA compliant
* Passes rigorous NHS infection control standards – easy to clean
* Easy to install – fix with strong double-sided adhesive tape
* Strong, durable design construction – virtually indestructible (made from 3mm dybond)
* Supports dignity and independence of people living with dementia
* All proceeds will go to the Exeter Dementia Action Alliance, working to create a more dementia friendly Exeter
There are three signs including: a straightforward version to go directly on toilet doors and another version which incorporates an arrow to work as a directional sign to help with wayfinding.
They have been designed for and supported by the King’s Fund’s ‘Enhancing the Healing Environment’ programme for dementia care environments.
For orders contact: [email protected]
© 2015 Carrie Clarke
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