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Canada romped the Finns 4-2 for gold in the IIHF's World Championship winning their 24th gold medal overall in hockey. It ends two weeks of relatively obscure hockey across the pond in Moscow. Russia holds on to win in the Bronze Medal Game beating Sweden 3-1. If you are wondering how our Capitals did, well wonder no more. I did all the stat digging for you. I am sure the boys over at On Frozen Blog who were there have a better scoop than me.
Ovie finished with just one goal and two assists. He was a +1, and assessed 29 PIM. Not his best work. He might have been a little shaken up though after a shocking hit on a Swiss player after stepping out of the penalty box. The player hit left the game with a concussion.
Although he didn't have the numbers, he was a very potent offensive threat for Russia. He always seemed to be on the ice for a Russian goal, but also on the ice for goals against Russia. Ovie had 3 points, but 14 other Russian players matched that or were better. The numbers just weren't there for Ovechkin.
He captained the U.S. squad and had a great start to the tournament, only to lose his scoring touch late in the tournament. Clark finished with 2 goals and one assist. He was USA's grinder in this tournament, always in front of the net and mixing it up along the boards.
The Americans gave a much better performance than in the Olympics in Turin. But their medal hopes were dashed after a shoot out loss against Finland. The Finns went on to beat Russia and lose to Canada in the gold medal game.
Not a huge stand out on the American squad, Potheir did make a difference on speeding up the defensemen for this tournament. Potheir never produced any offense other than one assist but while Team USA's defensemen of the past were big bruisers Potheir added speed and offensive threat that the Americans have a hard time producing.
I didn't see a whole lot of Jurcina, but I heard he had quite the tournament. He had a goal and an assist and was a +6. He played well against some top lines and always seemed ready to help produce.
In big game situations, Jurcina responded well. Staying defensively sound and helping his team score in clutch situations. He is certainly coming into his own as a defensemen, and hopefully that can translate into next season rewards.
Nicklas Backstrom (future Capital)
So he is not a Capital yet. And I am not going to count my chickens before they hatch. Backstrom's father promised his boy would be in a Capitals' uniform next season, but other sources say he may stay in Sweden for another year.
That being said, Nick had an okay tournament. Although his team Sweden did not medal, they did play well. Backstrom finished with 1 goal and 5 assists, proving he is a set up man, and most likely will play that role on the Capitals squad. Backstrom held his own against some NHL Caliber teams and his feisty attitude should fit in with a scrapper of a club like the Caps.
All in all it was a pretty good tournament, Canada can breath a collective sigh of relief now that the gold is in their pocket and USA Hockey looks pretty good considering they went with a younger squad. Maybe one of these days they will broadcast the Championships next time here, but don't hold your breath.
By the way, we could be looking at the opening lineup for the '07-'08 season.
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I can’t help thinking of sewage as I drink a cocktail in Palmer and Co, which is Merivale’s (ie Justin Hemme’s) take on a small bar.
Thoughts of sewage isn’t, however, necessarily a bad thing – after all, this is located underneath the Tank Stream Bar and showcases the old exposed bricks and arches of Sydney’s old tank stream, which was originally a source of fresh water before it became a sewer.
Like many small bars, Palmer and Co is going for a vintage feel. The DJ booth is disguised behind a vintage fliptop table and plays 1920s music, the female staff are dressed as flappers, there’s wooden beams, candles and zinc countertops, as well as retro kitsch galore, from an ancient boxing bag to some old hats and a leather cap in a lighted display case that makes me think of the video clip to Closer.
I really, genuinely want to say that I’m actually getting bored with the whole faux speakeasy small bar thing – but I have to admit, Palmer and Co takes it so far I’m still pretty impressed.
The food menu is odd, since it’s filled with old Manhattan style Jewish meals such as matzo ball soup, chopped liver and corned beef on rye. I mean, I was brought up on this stuff and even I wouldn’t touch chopped liver if you paid me (although I do have an addiction to matzo ball soup and want to try Palmer and Co’s one on my next visit).
The drinks menu is on steadier ground. There’s a ridiculous number of rums, gins, whiskies, wine, etc available, while the cocktail list is filled with classics such as the Blood and Sand as well as some specialities.
I try the Hollywood Sour, which is made with a hefty amount of Angostura bitters, Calvados, apple and lemon juice, as well as orgeat and vanilla syrup. It’s served in a coupe glass with grated nutmeg on top and I like it a lot – it’s almost a savoury, rather than fruity, drink with some nuttiness to it.
In short (and to be frank, to my surprise) I like Palmer and Co a lot. I mean, I usually end up complimenting Merivale bars on their execution but as regular drinking haunts they’re not usually not my cup of sazerac – but Palmer and Co is good. Actually, it’s great. Hell, it might even give Baxter Inn a run for its money.
Now it’s your turn – how do you rate Palmer and Co?
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You are currently viewing the 2018 version of this course. Change to 2019
- Fieldwork Skills and their Place in Geography
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We spoke with Unity Marketing president Pam Danziger, an expert on the affluent market, about her predictions of a luxury drought and how the industry should react.
JCK: Why are you seeing a luxury drought?
Danziger: There are two factors. The first is the aging of the population. Baby boom consumers are seven, eight years older than when we went into the recession. An older consumer is not as good and strong a customer. As people age, their desire to purchase luxury goods tends to decline. They already bought everything. They tend to change perspective and focus more on experiences.
On the other end, we won’t see the millennials reaching the affluent market for a while. This year, the leading edge turns 35. They have been a little bit delayed in terms of affluence because of the recession. We are not going to see them as part of the affluent market until 2026.
JCK: When you talk about a drought, that seems to contradict talk among forecasters who, due to income inequality, urge marketers to target higher-income consumers.
Danziger: I am not saying it’s going to fall off. A drought is a period of less rain. You will have to work harder to make the rain.
The rising tide in luxury that we saw just before the recession isn’t there anymore. The tide has turned; it’s a time of challenge. There are opportunities for companies that recognize it. If you think that your brand is the be-all, end-all and it’s all aspiration and that is all that matters, you are headed for a huge awakening.
JCK: Do millennials look at luxury differently?
Danziger: Younger consumers are bringing a new style and approach and are turning away from “luxury.” They think it’s just a marketers’ label. They are looking for functional brands. Today you don’t have to pay the premium for that prestige. You can get very good products at good prices, thanks to the Internet. The Internet has been a game changer. Consumers can peel back the curtain and see reality.
Younger consumers want good-quality things, but they don’t care about the prestige. [Facebook CEO] Mark Zuckerberg is a good representative of his generation. He has billions. What does he choose to wear? Sneakers and a hoodie. I say: Think about what kind of jewelry goes with tattoos. For many younger consumers, tattoos are their jewelry.
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NBA 2K13 Cheats for Xbox 360
Includes infor on MyCareer, Skill Drills, cheat codes and more in our unofficial guide to NBA 2K13
Click here to go to our guide
Achievements: See the list of achievements for this game. Find or add hints to get them.
To enable this celebration where one of your players comes off the bench and pours Gatorade on the head coach click Left Analog-stick + Right Analog-stick during the last 10 seconds of a game that you are winning by at least 10 points.
Enter the following case sensitive codes (without the quotes) at the 'Cheat' menu to enable the corresponding effect.
+3 to Ball Handles:
Unlock 2013 All Star Uniforms:
Unlock ABA Basketball:
Unlock Christmas Uniforms:
Unlock Heat White Hot Uniform:
Unlock Secondary Uniforms:
Unlock UA Tourch Shoes:
This basketball shoe will become available when you have earned the 'Raining 3's' Achievement.
Select the 'Hall of Fame' difficulty, 12:00 minute quarters and turn on 'Coach' mode and let the game play on it's own. When you return to the game an hour later you will have 600 Virtual Coins.
These shoes will become available when you complete the Training Camp.
At the 'Cheat' menu type in the case sensitive word 'payrespect' (without the quotes) to get this ball.
At the 'Cheat' menu type in the case sensitive word 'spriteeffect' (without the quotes) to gain +3 to ALL ball handles.
Go change your gameplay settings to Hall of Fame, 12 min quarters, turn fatique and injuries off. Then turn all the rules of. Now go to the home menu, and go to quick play. Select an Nba Today game, and choose the team to think is going to win. Now you can do 2 things.
a. Play the game and try to win.
b. Using a WIRED controller, turn on coach mode, and go do whatever you want to do.
When the game is finished, you will get 600 Vc for playing a 12 min game. Since you played an Nba Today game, you will get double the amount of VC. So you just earned 1200 Vc for doing this method.
NOTE: YOU WILL ONLY GET DOUBLE VC FOR AN NBA TODAY GAME ONCE A DAY, SO PLAY 12 MIN QUARTERS TO GET THE MOST OUT OF IT.
Credit goes to GamerTrendHD for this cheat. Http://www.youtube.com/user/GamerTrendHD?feature=watch
Play my career on pro difficulty. Play a [KEY GAME]. Make sure you do very well, in the 4th QTR ,(Quarter) get fouled out in the last minute and when walking to the bench pause the game, go to quit and select save and exit. After saving go back to that game and simulate through the rest of the game. When the game is over go to the press conference, DO NOT answer any questions just go to the xbox 360 dash board or the home screen for PS3. Then re enter the game and you will still get the VC for that game and just keep doin that glitch for as long as you want
Go to the codes section on nba2k13 and enter underarmour
To unlock the UA torch shoe
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Panthers vs Seahawks Betting Preview
The road to the Super Bowl is a tough one, but it certainly helps when you have home field advantage all the way through the playoffs. That is what the Carolina Panthers have secured, but they will have a stern test this weekend when they have to welcome in the Seattle Seahawks. The game will be held at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Sunday, January 17, with kick-off set for 1:05 PM EST on Fox. Click here for our NFL betting lines.
— Carolina Panthers (@Panthers) January 11, 2016
The Early Betting Preview for Panthers vs Seahawks
Not really a huge surprise to see the Panthers come in as an early 3-point favorite for this one. They were dominant at home all season long, and while they may not have the same level of playoff experience as the Seahawks, they are a team that seems to genuinely enjoy playing for one another. Full odds and lines for this game, as well as all the other Divisional Games, can be found on the NFL betting page at MyBookie.
Why Bet on the Panthers to Win
Getting to double digit wins in the NFL is tough, but getting to 15 wins on the season is about as difficult as it gets. The Panthers were full value for their 15 wins this season, and it can be argued that their loss to the Falcons actually came at just the right time. There is a lot of added pressure that comes with going unbeaten, and the Panthers would have had to carry that burden into the playoffs with them had they not gone down to Atlanta. The Panthers were a perfect 8-0 on home field this season, and also went 11-1 against conference foes. They also had a win over the Seahawks this season, with that one coming on the road in a building where getting a win is incredibly tough. The Panthers can win on the ground or through the air, and that makes them awfully tough to defend for the full 60 minutes.
Why Bet on the Seahawks to Win
There was a moment on Sunday afternoon when I believed that I would be writing about the Vikings instead of the Seahawks. Blair Walsh inexplicably missed a chip shot field goal that would have eliminated Seattle, who did not play well at all in the frigid temperatures in Minnesota. A win like that can make a team start to believe in themselves in a pretty big way, and that has to be a little scary for the Panthers. A confident Seahawks team is not one that anyone wants to face. The offense struggled to get things going in the Wild Card game, but the Legion of Boom continued to do its thing. A forced fumble delivered by Cam Chancellor pretty much turned that game on its head, and the Hawks D came up with the big plays over and over again in order to give their team a chance to win. If they can frustrate Cam Newton this weekend, they could force him into making some big mistakes.
Expert Pick and Final Score Prediction
The last meeting between these two went right down to the wire, and I think this one might well do the same. In the end, I believe it will be the Panthers who prevail and move on to the MFC Conference Final.
Seattle Seahawks 21 Carolina Panthers 24.
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Grunge, in this context, literally means ‘Dirt’ but it’s interesting to note how often we use words like Grunge, Dirt and Grime to describe musical styles and genres. Perhaps this is because we find cleanliness in art to be unemotional and uninspiring.
The ideas surrounding ‘the beauty of decay‘ are very much entwined with analogue recording and delivery formats. The oxide layer will wear on a magnetic tape over time and the grove in a vinyl will mechanically wear out, eventually. Record covers develop marks, wear, fingerprints — patina — and although some of us try to minimise this by using plastic sleeves, entropy is inevitable. The great Japanese novelist Tanizaki discusses a ‘sheen’ that can lead to reverie and tranquility:
“Yet for better or for worse we do love things that bear the marks of grime, soot, and weather, and we love the colors and the sheen that call to mind the past that made them. Living in these old houses among these old objects is in some mysterious way a source of peace and repose.”Tanizaki
The object itself becomes as important to the experience, as the music contained within. The ‘story’ of where it’s been and who has previously played it, means we often anthropomorphise these objects, imbuing them with a life and even a soul. That connection is extremely difficult, if not impossible, to form with a digital stream. Henry Rollins, interviewed in the book ‘Why Vinyl Matters’ proposes that there is no such thing as digital music:
Digital technology can emulate music and that technology is getting better, but there is no Led Zeppelin on a Led Zeppelin CD. There isn’t a nanosecond of music on any music streaming service.Henry Rollins interviewed in Why Vinyl Matters
Rollins is suggesting that digital is only sampling “reality” in opposition to analogue recording where the oxide particles are so tiny and so many, that for all intents and purposes the signal can be considered continuous and infinitely changeable. However, digital audio does not produce a quantised output waveform, like many people believe it does. These are technical considerations and it is perhaps, more interesting to consider Rollins’ words from a philosophical perspective.
Jean Baudrillard, in his book ‘Simulation and Simulacra’ suggests a “precession of simulacra” where everything in society passes through four phases, the first being a faithful copy of an original and the last is a pure simulacrum bearing no relationship to reality whatsoever.
It is possible to map music across these four phases (sacramental, maleficence, sorcery and pure simulacrum) with the analogue recording being considered a true copy and the mobile phone speaker playing music aloud, usually a low fidelity reproduction of a (data) compressed audio file made from a digital master, approaching the fourth phase of pure simulation.
However, when examining the idea of reproduction we must also consider what makes an original piece of art, original. Walter Benjamin in his work ‘Art in the Mechanical Age of Reproduction’ suggests:
‘… what shrinks in an age where the work of art can be reproduced by technological means is its aura.’Walter Benjamin
These ideas have stuck with me and continue to inform my thought-processes surrounding the practice of recording, producing and releasing music. The idea that a copy can develop its own unique qualities through interaction, use and wear would suggest that a copy can become an original, albeit in a new form and therefore, transcend the procession of simulacra and develop its own aura. Over its lifetime it develops a story that the original does not have.
The most important factor in all of these ideas is us. In our function as collectors, listeners and consumers, it is we who interact with these mediums, we who remember the stories surrounding them and we who recount them to our peers.
Perhaps the patina we celebrate, is not about the object itself. It is instead, a reflection of the imperfect beauty that lies in us all.
Owner & Curator here at Fiercely Indie. Stu’s background is in Sound Engineering and Education. He leads undergrad and postgrad courses at dBs Music, acts as Producer for Live in Session and, is a huge fan of vintage recording gear.
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Digestive enzymes turn the food we eat into energy which may be utilized by the body. in a laboratory setting and extracted from certain types of fungus and probiotics. to soothe symptoms associated with acid reflux (occasional heartburn).
Digestive Enzymes and Probiotics Improve Digestion. Digestive enzymes assist the breakdown of food preventing fermentation and excess gas. When your body is out of balance, the production of enzymes is reduced.
Dec 18, 2014. If I keep her off the digestive enzymes she is fine. keeping it low gluten/grain then fish oil, and E, and a good probiotic may be all she needs. bad acid reflux, now has a real sore throat from the acid reflux, vet wants him on.
Heartburn Vs Gerd Symptoms May 15, 2018. GERD. Eosinophilic esophagitis and GERD can present with symptoms of. of severe GERD-related esophagitis vs. eosinophilic esophagitis. The terms heartburn, acid reflux, and GERD are often used interchangeably. They actually have very different meanings. Heartburn a burning sensation in the throat from acid reflux. Symptoms of heartburn include chest pain, burning in
This is the first article of a four part series on acid reflux and GERD. Read the second article on the myths of H. pylori and low stomach acid being the major causes, the third article on the main stream medical treatments and the final article on the myths of trigger foods.
Apr 26, 2018. Medical professionals blame acid reflux on gastric acid and. While enzymes do exist, all research and science can do at the moment is conjecture. yogurt or milk kefir heal the digestive tract because of their probiotic nature,
Marketing would have us believe that probiotics are the answer to all gut issues. syndrome (IBS) as well as indigestion, gas, bloating, and food intolerances. acid-blocking drug while others will jump on the probiotic bandwagon only to be.
Jan 3, 2017. Acid reflux is often regarded as being caused by too much stomach acid. Digestive enzymes are not often talked about, but they a very simple and effective way at. Take a probiotic (especially spore based formulas).
Bad breath caused by your acid reflux is very pungent and acidic smelling. This is because the hydrochloric acid in your stomach is mixed in with bile, enzymes and of course undigested food particles.
Digestive enzyme supplements help you digest your meals more efficiently and deliver. the effects of bloating, gas, occasional heartburn and occasional acid reflux. The digestive enzymes taken with meals along with a daily probiotic help.
Sep 15, 2018. Digestive enzymes are quickly becoming the new probiotics. Low stomach acid; Leaky gut syndrome; Irritable bowel syndrome; Acid reflux.
Contrary to popular belief, indigestion is usually caused by low stomach acid. and small intestines to produce the digestive enzymes and bile necessary to. Young coconut kefir – Full of minerals and probiotics, this is a fermented drink you.
Aug 16, 2016. The drugs used to block acid and reduce digestive symptoms also block a. Lack of digestive enzymes from the pancreas can cause indigestion. The quality of probiotic supplements depends on two main factors: the.
How can you pinpoint the source of your digestive upset?. they usually take the form of acid reflux, a burning sensation in your stomach (and/or solar. Take a Probiotic. Digestive enzymes need a temperature of 98.6º to function optimally.
7 Foods That Help Acid Reflux Acid forming foods increase your risk of painful heartburn. These 7 foods can help your acid reflux, so you no longer have to dread your next meal.
Jun 1, 2017. 8 Tips to Reset Your Gut and Get Rid of Inflammation. These are rich in probiotics–the good bacteria your intestines need for. Digestive enzymes break down the foods we eat so we absorb its nutrients. intestinal disorders like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), acid reflux, and issues with FODMAPs.
What are Probiotics / What are Enzymes? Description, Benefits, Uses, Safety, Side Effects, Dosage, & Function of Probiotics and Enzymes.
Jan 24, 2019. If you experience regular heartburn or acid reflux, chances are you're. Taking probiotics and digestive enzymes are a great idea for people.
Your digestive tract is full of different kinds of bacteria. Eating foods that contain them, or taking probiotic supplements, can help keep a balance of good and bad bacteria. Gum for Heartburn & Other Digestive Tips.
Jul 1, 2016. We've also tackled the question of how diet impacts GERD, and shared. studies have been done on administering probiotics for GERD, but it. GERD is that it may be the result, not of too much stomach acid, but of too little.
This Dr. Axe content is medically reviewed or fact checked to ensure factually accurate information. With strict editorial sourcing guidelines, we only link to academic research institutions, reputable media sites and, when research is available, medically peer-reviewed studies.
Jan 26, 2019. Acid reflux isn't the result of too much stomach acid, it most often results. food and good digestion with probiotics and that digestive enzyme.
Probiotics: Find Out About the Benefits and Side. – Probiotics Side Effects. Probiotics’ side effects, if they occur, tend to be mild and digestive (such as gas or bloating). More serious effects have been seen in some people.
Jul 19, 2017. To safely address heartburn, eat unprocessed food and fermented foods, take supplemental digestive enzymes and consume papaya, traditionally fermented foods or a high-quality probiotic supplement, is also important.
Feb 26, 2019. He wasn't ill, it was acid reflux, but I started looking at new ways to help. and a mix of digestive enzymes, to support your dog's digestive and.
Discover how digestive enzymes can provide relief from digestive disorders and optimize your disease prevention. Learn which enzyme supplements work and why.
updated Article. Digestion – Detox. Acid reflux symptoms plague millions of people daily, so much so, that people resort to ineffective over the counter anti-acids and acid suppressing prescription medications to mask symptoms and give them temporary relief.
Dec 8, 2017. Similar to the wide variety of probiotics, there's different enzymes for. intestinal lining, relieve constipation, reduce acid reflux and help the.
If you are taking digestive enzymes, you may have noticed two things: first, you digest better when taking them and second, you begin to realize that you are becoming dependent on them.
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This post was originally published on PDR’s blog and is re-posted here with the author’s permission.
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurobehavioral condition, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that 1 in every 68 births have autism in the United States. Individuals with this condition may experience hypersensitivity of the senses, difficulty understanding what others are thinking and feeling, and cognitive delays. We have the potential to improve design quality for everyone by understanding how individuals with autism view the world. While autism in part gave us modern architecture, making ASD inclusivity a priority in design is a necessary step that could encourage innovation and potentially propel us into a new era of architecture.
You might wonder how autism could have given us modern architecture, well, the answer lies in the use of eye tracking. As stated in a study in Common Edge, they have found that individuals with autism respond to visual stimuli completely different from neuro typical individuals. A neuro typical person focuses on the eyes, mouth and nose of a face. Those with ASD ignore the central face and instead focus on outer features. Because a person with autism has brain connections in overdrive (hyperplasticity), they avoid details such as windows or eyes. This is why architects who have autism like Le Corbusier, who began his career in the 1930s, was attracted to simplicity. Therefore, some people credit Le Corbusier and consequently autism for the simplistic modern architecture movement.
There is a wide array of ways that we can design autism-friendly spaces. As stated in an article Why Buildings for Autistic People Are Better for Everyone, you can achieve prioritizing human health and welfare into our design routine by incorporating the following points:
Individuals on the autism spectrum are extremely, and at times, painfully sensitive to sounds. Providing better insulated spaces and allowing for manipulation of sound pressure levels would be beneficial. An example of acoustic manipulation would be adding pink sound.
Light and color affect human’s mood, behavior and cognitive behavior. Just think, if you were to sit in a dark grey room for an hour compared to a light yellow room, would you feel a difference? Most autism friendly designs have small areas of bright color and light unsaturated earth tones.
3. Spatial Configuration
Spaces that are orderly and defined are easier for the autistic mind to process. The use of sequential circulation, storage for non-essential items, sub-dividing rooms, and making spaces reconfigurable can help individuals with autism to better focus.
Furniture has the potential to influence the function, privacy and size of a space. For ASD, modular furniture and malleable spaces are preferable. Easily sanitized finishes are also important because some people on the autism spectrum can have a compulsive-like need for cleanliness.
Designing for ASD does not just benefit those who have autism. These design focuses can create timeless, enjoyable and multifunctional spaces for all. If we approach design through an autistic lens, we do not prioritize standardization in lieu of accommodation. Acoustics, lighting, spatial configuration and materials are essential in quality design. By understanding all human experience through research, we can create better spaces and serve all who inhabit.
About the Author
Julie is an innovator with a passion for architecture. Throughout Julie’s professional career, she has had the privilege to work on historical preservation, commercial, civic, higher education, residential and healthcare projects. Julie strives to work in a functional manner that allows for optimal productivity and forward thinking.
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Timothy and I took the afternoon off and went to one of our favorite places - the Cathedral on Michigan Ave. I love this place because the minute you step indoors peace washes over you. This space is filled with sacredness. On this particular afternoon a stringed quartet was practicing for a performance later in the evening. As music swelled and resounded through the arches and columns, I pondered the greatness of our God, and how even our attempts to worship Him have come from Him to begin with.
My solace is found in You
In strings and lifted bow
We'll remind you of your worth
Grateful for the strength in our limbs
To converse with you this way.
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As AOL dives more deeply into original programming, the site’s new series, In Short, snags high-profile entertainers to direct themselves in short documentaries. In around five minutes, stars such as Katie Holmes, Alia Shawkat, Judy Greer, and James Purefoy each intimately explore a subject that is near and dear to them. Topics have included Trancendental Meditation, female power in sexuality, and “canners”- people who go through trash bins to collect recyclables for money.
We caught up with comedian Jeff Garlin of ABC’s The Goldbergs and HBO’s Curb Your Enthusiasm to discuss his segment, which focuses on the art of photography. Filmed on a typical night at the Comedy Store, the episode finds Garlin turning the camera on strangers on the street to have a dialogue about photography. And no, you will not get to see any of his photos—yet.
You’ve acted, directed, and produced. How was it different shooting this documentary?
It is me shooting at the Comedy Store and what the Comedy Store is like for me. I didn’t have to prepare the way I looked or acted so it was pretty easy to be natural. I found it interesting because I normally don’t pay attention to what I’m doing when I do it. On this particular night I had to pay attention to everything that I did and I didn’t really notice any of it until I edited it. Then I thought, “Oh, that’s pretty cool!”
What’s your favorite place to shoot in L.A.?
I take my camera with me every time I perform, and I take lots of pictures of people. My favorite place to shoot in L.A. is the Farmer’s Market. You get all different types of people: old people, tourists, beautiful women.
What kind of images have you shot while filming at the Comedy Store?
Just lots of nudity. (Laughs)
What is it about Los Angeles that you find appealing as a photographer?
Truthfully, the morning and the evening light here is amazing. I love the feel. There’s not many places where you can get people always walking around. You know what’s really funny? Sometimes I’ll stand in front of the Comedy Store and I’ll shoot people in their cars and they get really upset about it. They’ll try to maneuver their cars so I don’t do it.
I think that the paparazzi culture has made people adverse to anyone with a camera. There’s also the confusion when I take people’s pictures because of who I am. I don’t refer to myself as a famous guy, but this is what people will say to me: “Why is a famous guy taking our picture?” I also take pictures of the paparazzi when they are taking pictures of me.
How do they react?
They laugh. They’re just happy that I’m not pushing them out of the way!
Do you have any good stories from your photo excursions?
The stuff that I deal with is mostly people reacting like they can’t believe it. I just explain to them that I love shooting people and that’s what I do. What I have that’s great is access to movie and television sets. I can go visit friends and take pictures. I take pictures whenever I’m working. My camera is an appendage.
Do you ever show the photographs?
That’s the big question. No! No one ever sees my pictures. At some point I will let people see them. I’ll have a show or I’ll do a book, but I have great respect for learning an art form. And I’m still learning.
I’ve been doing comedy and stand-up for 30 years and I’m still learning that. Stand-up is the only art form where people see your crap. When you’re a young comedian, you don’t know what the hell you’re doing and you’re on stage trying to do it. People are seeing you in a period when you shouldn’t be seen.
Photography I can keep under wraps until I’m ready for people to see it. I produced a movie called Finding Vivian Maier and it’s about a photographer who never, ever in her life let anyone see her photos, and she turned out to be one of the greatest street photographers of all time. I don’t think that’s going to happen the same way for me. I’ve already hit my success in what I do well, which is comedy.
Click here to watch Jeff Garlin’s episode of In Short.
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I can relate Stephanie I used to run 4 miles every week day and on weekend ran a longer distance on Sat and took Sundays as my day off. I was healthy, able to maintain a target weight with no problems and felt great. Over a series of life events, and 12 years later, I am well past my target weight thinking of running every day but up til now, not doing much to get back into the routine of taking care of myself.
Stop yourself from riding the downward spiral until you feel it is beyond reach. I don't know where you started but kudos to you for taking the bull by the horns to get the reigns back. Don't let it take you 12 years of guilt and struggling to get back to where you are happy!
That is so frustrating when we stop doing what we know in our hearts is best for our health, and then 20 pounds sneaks back on. Good for you for taking control of your destiny again, and welcome to the Rookie Runners.
My name is Stephanie and I had lost 70 pound by combining a good diet with the Couch to 5k app. I completed the 9 week program and then some and had gotten to where I could jog a 5k. I had never been a runner before this and was feeling amazing. Then, around March or April this year, I stopped. I have gained 20 pounds back and am super out of shape again. I've got to get my weight back under control and down again. I once was just 20 pounds from my goal, now I'm 40 pounds from my goal.
SparkPeople, SparkCoach, SparkPages, SparkPoints, SparkDiet, SparkAmerica, SparkRecipes, DailySpark, and other marks are trademarks of SparkPeople, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
SPARKPEOPLE is a registered trademark of SparkPeople, Inc. in the United States, European Union, Canada, and Australia. All rights reserved.
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Updated: Nov 27, 2020
Downtown Oxon Hill/Eastover
I envision Downtown Oxon Hill/Eastover as Prince George's County premiere skyline!! As you drive down South Capitol Street and enter Prince George's County at Southern Avenue, tall buildings hover over Indian Head Highway, reaching the maximum height restriction. The skyline greets you, at what would be a redeveloped Eastover Shopping Center. A new 1,000-2,000 unit project would be designed anchored by a Harris Teeter and other mixed-use spaces. Within this multi-family mixed-use project, 10% of the units would be set aside specifically as affordable dwelling units. This would spur further redevelopment of the existing Forman Mills and commercial space across from Eastover Shopping Center. As you drive further away from the redeveloped Eastover Shopping Center, the building height would reduce to acknowledge the existing single-family home presence.
As you drive down Oxon Hill Road, everything south of St. Barnabas Road including Home Depot, Rivertowne Commons, is redeveloped to further create a true downtown. This would compliment what is now the 10-story Oxford Apartments. As you closely approach the future TopGolf, the skyline reaches it maximum height. Multi-story buildings housing Oxon Hill Library, Safeway, Marshalls, future Target and many other quality retail and restaurants. Wide sidewalks and bike lanes running along Oxon Hill Road as another means of transportation to the National Harbor. Perhaps even a street car?
Can you envision it? Crossing the Wilson Bridge into Maryland, Prince George's County premiere skyline!! To the right you have the Gaylord Resort and the MGM at National Harbor. To your left you have a redeveloped Eastover Shopping Center skyline hovering over Oxon Cove Park. In the far distance as you move north along the Beltway, the downtown Oxon Hill Skyline is catching your eye, including TopGolf and all the multi-story buildings hovering over Oxon Hill Road.
Tons of retail, restaurants, office space. Tons of multi-family housing units. Tons of traffic? Tons of equity for homeowners? Good or bad?
Welcome to Prince George's County premiere skyline, Downtown Oxon Hill/Eastover!!
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“Terrorists and other malicious actors are unable to effectively operate within or against the homeland.” “Terrorists and other malicious actors are unable to acquire or move dangerous chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive materials or capabilities.” “Critical infrastructure assets, systems, networks, and functions are safeguarded and resilient.”Rating the Objectives Each goal has a number of supporting objectives. The purpose of the second Dialogue is to rank each of the objectives supporting the goals. The set up for the rating is sort of unique; each goal is given an allowable number of points (equal to 10 points for each objective) that may be distributed between those objectives. Each objective has a scale with ratings from -30 to +30 in 10 unit increments. After rating each objective the sum of the ratings awarded must equal the available points. So, for example, on Goal #1 I assigned the following ratings for the five objectives:
Understand the Threat – +20 Stop the Spread of Violent Extremism – -10 Counter their Capabilities – +10 Interdict Threats – +20 Build Community Support – +10There is a separate information page for each action area that provides a little bit of information on the Goals and their Objectives. The information is not extensive, but it does at least provide for a general definition of the objectives. It should help keep everyone on the same sheet of music anyway. Discussion of Ideas Once again the major information exchange process for the Dialogue takes place on the “Discuss” page. To date there are only two ‘ideas’ identified in the CTDS section. Every person has the ability to post an idea that is then open to discussion. The general set up is the same as in Dialogue 1. There is a serious improvement however; you can now formulate your idea or response to an idea off-line in MS Word® and cut/paste your entry into the dialogue. Security Issues Remain The security issues that were identified in the previous dialogue remain. The registration form that must be completed before one is allowed to make ratings or contribute to the discussion is still not protected in transmission. If anyone wants to make their comments to the discussion anonymously (there are people that cannot openly discuss policy issues for legal reasons) needs to realize that if they provide personally identifiable information in the registration process it is attributed to their comments. This is not readily apparent, nor is it fully disclosed.
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Sen. Jim Ferlo wants the city’s permission to turn Point State Park into a free-speech zone for activists the day before the Group of 20 economic summit begins Downtown. (Trib, Jeremy Boren)
Later that day, Sen. Ferlo released to the media a copy of the permit request he had sent to Chief Harper and Director Huss, along with a letter directly to Mr. Boren:
Respectfully, I have been in public life for over 25 years and while I have taken exception to various editorials and news reporting I have never written and asked for a correction or retraction. The headline and your own reporting of an interview with me following the release of my letter to local public safety officials amounts to the pusillanimous neglect of accuracy and truth! I never , either in written word or our phone conversation, used the phrase or suggested a so-called “free-speech zone”. A so-called “free speech zone” violates our right of free speech and assembly—anywhere! It would amount to me telling you and the Trib and Mr. Scaife that you could only sell or pass out the Trib at certain public intersections….
And more. That’s about as definitive a denial and rebuke as it gets. However, I couldn’t help but remember a similar article published by the Post-Gazette on June 5:
But, Mr. Ferlo added, he also hopes that protesters’ voices will be heard during the event, preferably in a peaceful “free speech” venue near the David L. Lawrence Convention Center, where leaders will be meeting.
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The Mother of All Truck Shows
Summit Truckfest 2000
The inaugural Summit Truckfest at the Norway Racepark, in Norway, Ohio, was the place to be for every type of truck fan, because every segment of the sport was represented, as well as a few we had never seen. Beyond being just a static display of show trucks, the Summit Truckfest was an exciting moving display of what really can be done with trucks beyond a nice paint job and a set of wheels. Perhaps because Summit is a major supplier of parts to make trucks faster and more useful, its gathering highlighted what can really be done with trucks to make them move better. The array of events to be witnessed included heads-up drag racing, an audio competition, off-road type courses, a monster truck demonstration, and exhibition runs by wheel standers, jet cars, and full nitro-burning funny trucks. If you are looking for a truck show that never stops spinning its wheels, the Summit Truckfest is the show for you.
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A seemingly unsolvable problem can stymie homeowners or tenants who have home security systems: The house alarm is running when the power is off and the keypads do not work. This can be caused by either a dead backup battery or a power surge that reset the system. Regardless, the annoying alarm siren needs to be shut off, and you can accomplish this yourself.
- Skill level:
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Things you need
- Screwdrivers, Phillips and straightedge
- Construction or scotch tape
Find the main alarm box. This is usually located in a master bedroom, master closet or sometimes a utility room. The alarm box will likely have a decal or other markings from your alarm system provider. It will also have a line running from it to an adjacent power outlet.
Remove any securing mechanism and unplug the box -- these are often secured to the outlet with a screw.
Unscrew the outer metal casing to open the alarm box. You'll find a fairly large battery inside -- this is the backup battery for use when the power is out.
Unscrew and detach the backup battery from any wires running to it. You may need pliers or your screwdrivers to do this properly. You should hear your alarm sirens stop once this step is completed. If they are not clearly marked, mark the battery's positive/negative wires with tape and a pen at this point so you can reattach this or a new battery later. Your PIN/alarm number will no longer work now, as you have reset the system. Your alarm system is also not functioning at this point.
Call your alarm company -- the number is usually on the alarm box itself -- and explain what you have done. The company will give you a reset pass code to use to get your system online again, and the alarm company may be able to reset your system remotely. If not, it will send a technician out to reset the system manually or replace your backup battery.
Tips and warnings
- For safety, use rubber or wooden-handled tools when possible to avoid corrosive materials or electrical exposure.
- To clean up after a leaked battery, mix about 1 tsp of baking soda in 2 cups of water. Wet the affected area with a dampened sponge, and wipe the compartment clean. Dry the compartment with a towel, and replace the batteries.
- Always change your backup battery when you see a "low battery" indicator on your keypad. This can prevent power-outage issues in the future.
- Any activity involving electrical cut-off or battery replacement carries an inherent risk of shock or corrosive exposure. Be sure you are comfortable performing these actions, or serious injury or death can result. If you have any doubts about your ability to carry out these steps, please contact your service provider or an electrical professional.
- Old batteries may leak corrosive materials -- be sure to use rubber gloves.
- Always dispose of old batteries properly, even if they have not leaked.
- 20 of the funniest online reviews ever
- 14 Biggest lies people tell in online dating sites
- Hilarious things Google thinks you're trying to search for
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Originally Posted by doublem23
You clearly don't follow enough baseball outside of the Sox
Again, another barb at someone. Whatever.
Take the top farm system in baseball and tell them that this what they'll get out of their top 10 or so prospects: a good fielding 3rd baseman with injury problems who has fair power and poor average and lasts less than a decade; a starter who was average for 6 or so years, with 1 or 2 really good years; and 2 middle relievers (maybe there are 2 in there - Ginter and Rausch) and they'd be aghast.
If THAT is a good return the best prospects from the best farm system, then they darn well would be a lot more willing to trade their top prospects than they are.
Put another way - you could trade all 10 of those players and they don't equal a Chris Sale.
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Such vibrant color! Beautiful collection! If you are interested in sending in a small collection for molecular analysis please find information here: http://www-personal.umich.edu/~mfoltz/Chanterelle.pdf Best regards!
Can you please take a spore print from these and let me know what color the spore print is? Thanks!
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On this page you can download Lightfoot Wide Expanded Regular truetype font (here).
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Rope Cutting Games
Similar to our popular Civiballs game. Cut ropes and more to get the boy blob to his girlfriend. Collect all the flowers for a maximum score.
When you cut the chain, how will the ball swing? Get the colored balls into their matching buckets... But, you'll need to do some planning!
Change gravity, cut ropes, and flip switches to collect all of the coins and get to the next level.
Cut the ropes to help the nutty squirrel to gather all the nuts for the hungry baby squirrel. Really, you do NOT want that little critter to start crying.
These penguins are not black and white! Help them regain their real color by cutting through ropes and ice.
Help the future buddies return home in this awesome rope connecting-and-cutting game!
Help the orange escape each level in this rope-cutting, gravity-flippingly great game!
The orange is back with more extra hard levels! Flip gravity, cut ropes, and crank cranks to help him collect the lemons and reach the exit.
Flip gravity, cut ropes and avoid obstables to help the orange grab the lemons and escape through the portal. It's the hardest Orange Gravity game yet!
A sequel to the popular Civiballs game! Cut the chains to get the colored balls into their matching buckets... You're going to need to do some planning!
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Adams State asks students to support campus improvements
Adams State College will soon embark on $35 million in campus improvements, if students approve a new fee March 19-20, according to Adams State President, Dr. David Svaldi.
At their Feb. 15 meeting in Alamosa, Adams State trustees received details on the fee and the projects it would finance. A new student residence hall and "extreme makeover" renovations of the ES and Music buildings top the list.
During the first year (beginning fall 2008), $10 per credit hour for on-campus courses will be charged to support these capital improvements, said Bill Mansheim, vice president for Finance and Administration. The fee will increase 7 percent for each of the following 9 years, generating an average of $3.4 million each year.
Twenty percent of the fee revenue - more than $681,000 average each year - will be committed to new scholarships and grants. Mansheim noted that at least one-third of current students will not be impacted by the fee next year, because the Pell grant will increase $421.
"In order to remain competitive, we need to enhance the campus, and in particular, our student housing. We want our students to live and learn in a supportive, comfortable environment," said Ken Marquez, dean of Student Affairs. "This will be one of the most significant building efforts on campus since the 1960s."
Mansheim said 70 percent of the fee - nearly $2.4 million average each year - will support financing for major construction projects, divided evenly between academic and student life buildings. Six percent will be dedicated to building repair, 2.5 percent to technology upgrades, and 1.5 percent to equipment repair.
He noted that other colleges are implementing similar fees to support capital improvements, due to inadequate state funding. The state of Colorado cut more than $120 million from the higher education budget between 2001 and 2005. Only 11.5 percent of the state budget now goes toward higher education, Mansheim said, compared to 27 percent in 1972, making Colorado 48th in the nation in per capita funding for higher education.
Mansheim presented the proposal to the Board of Trustees for Adams State College on Feb. 15. Overall, the board members appeared to support the initiative. Chair Tim Walters said: "We need to compete with institutions already making these improvements. This proposal shows progressive action on the part of our administration."
Marquez said students last year expressed a need to update college residence halls and other buildings. All construction will meet new environmental standards for green buildings. Some projects would begin by late summer.
Adams State students in 1992 approved a similar fee to renovate the College Center and create the Rex Activity Center.
By Julie Waechter
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(REUTERS) -- Argentina added to its gold reserves for the first time in nearly six years in September 2011 as the price hit record highs, mirroring the trend among emerging central banks to diversify further from paper currencies such as the U.S. dollar.
Data from the International Monetary Fund on Tuesday showed Latin America's third-largest economy added some 7 tonnes of gold to its holdings, bringing its reserves to 61.74 tonnes in September last year, when the spot gold price hit all-time peaks of $1,920.30 an ounce.
This was the first addition by Buenos Aires to its gold reserves since February 2005, according to the IMF's monthly international financestatistics report.
To me the most interesting central banks headline this morning is that of Argentina. It's a new entry into the mix after a seven-year hiatus, its inflation is running at nearly 10 percent, Edel Tully, precious metals strategist at UBS, said.
Also, much uncertainty exists surrounding its nationalization plans and restrictions on international trade have implications for growth, she said, adding that the fact that Argentina bought when gold was trading at record highs suggested that the central bank was more concerned about accumulating enough gold, rather than the price level.
The gold price is up 4.7 percent this year, trading around $1,630 an ounce, but has fallen by nearly 15 percent since early September.
Credit ratings agency Standard & Poor's on Monday cut its assessment of the outlook for Argentina's foreign debt to negative, citing policies that include a government push to seize control of energy company YPF from Spain's Repsol (REP.MC).
President Cristina Fernandez announced the YPF takeover last week, drawing swift retaliation from Spain and criticism from other key trade partners tired of her government's unorthodox import curbs.
Argentina's economic growth slowed to its lowest level in more than two years in February.
The IMF data also showed Mexico made its largest addition to its gold holdings in March in a year, after raising its reserves by 16.81 metric tonnes (18.52 tons) to 122.58 tonnes.
Mexico was a net buyer of gold in 2011 and lifted its bullion holdings by nearly 100 tonnes to 106 tonnes.
Central banks around the world added nearly 500 tonnes of gold to their collective reserves last year, making them net buyers of bullion for the first time in at least two decades.
Most notably, Mexico, South Korea, Thailand, Philippines and Russia added heavily to their gold holdings, although other smaller nations such as Colombia and Belarus were also active buyers.
The IMF data for March showed Russia raised its holdings by 16.55 tonnes to 895.75 tonnes last month, while Kazakhstan upped its gold reserves by 4.30 tonnes to 96.16 tonnes.
Kazakh holdings of gold have risen by nearly 39 tonnes, or 42 percent, in the last 12 months alone.
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There were cars in ditches and an extra long drive for anyone who took Interstate 464 last Friday night.
We saw calmer weather once the weekend hit, and once it was time for the work week, it felt like Spring, with some spots seeing temperatures as high as 75 degrees!
On Tuesday, it was warm enough to sit outside with a cup of coffee, and by Wednesday, some took full advantage of the January heat wave and made their way to the beach.
But it didn't last long. Wednesday night brought severe thunderstorms and wind, blowing trees into homes in Newport News and knocking power lines, leaving 55,000 people powerless.
Then, just when you thought you wouldn't see it again until next year, the snow made it's way back, as some people reported seeing flurries before it warmed up a bit this afternoon.
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You have aspiration and inspiration, hope and guidance. Since you are intuitive and perceptive and you understand human nature. You have the power to achieve. Diplomacy and discretion make you a good mediator. You are inspired, introspective, and have a good understanding of the human heart. You can have the ability to commercialize your artistic talents successfully. You are often a mystery to others and to yourself. You are always reaching for something higher, without exactly knowing what that "higher"
is. You are inventive, intuitive and extremely methodical. Since your will is so strong, you are hard to convince. You also dislike advice. You love beauty and philosophy, and you desire achievement. You have a strong need for freedom - physical, mental and spiritual.
You are always looking for a chance to do your own thing, to be your own person, and to have things done your own way.
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Allan Zeman: These are the things I call "soft power"
Dr. Allan Zeman, GBM, GBS, JP, is the Chairman of Lan Kwai Fong Group, a major property owner and developer in Hong Kong's Lan Kwai Fong Area, one of Hong Kong's most popular tourist and entertainment districts. He was born into a Jewish family in Germany and raised in Canada, and he renounced his Canadian citizenship and has become a Chinese citizen in 2008.
He accepted our interview on April 19, to share his first-hand experience and thoughts on the achievements of China, led by the Communist Party of China (CPC), in the past 10 years.
He said, Beijing had the Summer Olympics in 2008 and now the Winter Olympics. No city has ever had both Olympics before. And yet they were able to show the world that, during this Covid-19 outbreak, they came up with the "isolation bubble" in Beijing, where the athletes flew in, could not go into the city of Beijing, but they stayed in the Olympic village; people outside the "bubble" didn't get infected; the athletes came out, they did what they had to do; Zhang Yimou did great opening and closing ceremony to show the world the strength of China; the athletes left very happy, having a great event. These are things that I call "soft power", how China has been able to show the world what we have.
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Centre Category: Scout Centre
Raywell Park is situated in an area of outstanding beauty on a south-facing slope of the Yorkshire Wolds, with adjoining woodlands. Primarily for the use of voluntary youth groups but can be rented by agreement by commercial groups either as a reside
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plus Obstacle Course, Sledging, Pedal Karts
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Know before you go!
Region & Time Zone: Caribbean, Eastern Standard Time
Passport Required: No
Languages Spoken: Spanish (Primary), English
Tap Water: Safe to drink (Monitored by US Government)
Currency: US Dollar
Power: Standard US Plug at 110 Volts
A little background
We are proud to serve 15 destinations from Puerto Rico (La Isla del Encanto) — more than any other airline in the world. And, through our partnership with CapeAir, we even serve some of Puerto Rico's most beautiful (but lesser known) destinations such as Vieques and Mayaguez. Puerto Rico is one of the largest islands in the Caribbean and is located between the Dominican Republic and the British Virgin Islands (both of which also enjoy daily service on JetBlue). Puerto Rico's ideal location in the northeast Caribbean means that your perfect getaway is only a quick flight from the continental United States! The temperature averages at about 80 degrees Fahrenheit year-round, so no matter what time of the year you go, you're sure to enjoy great weather.
Hit the beach
It just so happens that in San Juan, there are several great beaches - but two of the most notable ones are Ocean Park and Isla Verde. For a mix of locals and tourists alike, check out Ocean Park Beach - one of the most popular beaches in San Juan that boasts mild waves for surfing, a small shoreline, and little to no crowds on week days. Another must see beach in San Juan is Isla Verde, where most of the large hotels are located. The vibe in Isla Verde is decidedly more touristy, but the white sand and warm water make it worth a visit.
Paseo de la Princesa
Strolling down this beautiful tree lined esplanade gives you a true sense of the historic charm of Old San Juan. While you walk down the shaded Esplanade, you will find plenty of local street vendors, artisans, and piragua vendors. On weekend evenings, musicians play well into the night. At the end of the Paseo de la Princesa esplanade stands the Raices Fountain which reflects the rich cultural heritage of Puerto Rico with artistic depictions of Native, African, and Spanish people.
Looming protectively over San Juan harbor is a six-story fort which has survived two World Wars and numerous other battles. Today, the Fuerte San Felipe del Morro is one of the most popular tourist attractions in San Juan, and tourists are able to explore the fort's tunnels, barracks, and even prison cells. Historic tours are also offered multiple times a day, and come highly recommended by those who have visited. The neighboring Castillo de San Cristobal is equally impressive and is included in admission to El Morro.
El Yunque National Rainforest
Although known by a few different names, this beautiful tropical rain forest is most commonly known as El Yunque. True to its name, El Yunque National Rainforest receives more than 100 billion (yes, billion!) gallons of rain each year. The result of so much precipitation is incredibly lush and beautiful plant and animal life, which makes for some phenomenal experiences and pictures. The rain forest features a multitude of well-marked hiking trails, suitable for all difficulty levels.
Certainly one of the most unique attractions in San Juan is Parque de las Carvernas del Rio Camuy (or Camuy River Cave Park). The park encompasses more than 200 caverns with impressive hanging stalactites, an underground view of the Camuy River, and plenty of wildlife that never ventures into the light of day. The guided tours are available in both Spanish or English, and take about 1.5 hours. Wearing sneakers or other high traction shoes is highly recommended as some of the walkways are slippery.
Catch a wave
World-class surfing can be enjoyed in nearly every part of Puerto Rico with waves that can reach as much as 35 feet high during some seasons! One particularly well-known site for surfing is near Rincon (on the western coast of Puerto Rico) which was the site of the 1968 and 1988 World Surfing Championships. Numerous other surfing events are held here throughout the year as well.
Old San Juan
Home to old-world charm, great shopping, delicious food, and beautiful spots for photos, Old San Juan is a must-see on any Puerto Rico getaway. The area within the city consists of more than 400 restored buildings which date back to the 16th and 17th centuries, and the architecture takes its visual elements from the Spanish colonial period, so visiting Old San Juan is like stepping back in time. Be sure to stop by Calle del Cristo for some shopping.
Puerto Rican coffee, while popular today, was a definite favorite of 18th century Europe. Even as coffee fads today come and go, Puerto Rican coffee has consistently ranked among connoisseur's favorites. Known for its strong, bold flavor and distinctive aroma, the coffee grown in Puerto Rico is not to be missed. And yes, it really wakes you up in the morning!
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DNB Engineering, Inc., a full service test lab and world leader and recognized expert in certification testing, was honored to have Alwyn Broaddus recognized as a Pioneer of EMC at the IEEE International Symposium on Electromagnetic Compatibility in Long Beach last year. Mr. Broaddus originally founded the company in 1979 to provide an Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) test facility with engineering support for local, high-tech companies. Today, DNB Engineering has greatly expanded and is now fully staffed to provide unrivaled EMC, Lightning, High Intensity Radiated Fields (HIRF), Environmental, Product Safety and Regulatory Testing. Our goal is to provide a facility for our customers where they will be able to obtain a qualified unbiased third party product evaluation. DNB also provides valuable engineering and design services for many of our customers.
With more than 175 years of combined technical testing and engineering know-how, DNB’s staff delivers results-oriented solutions and cost-effective, timely performance.
For more information about DNB Engineering, call: (714) 870-7781 or visit our website at or visit our website at www.dnbenginc.com
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Isolated DC/DC Structure Based on Modular Multilevel Converter
In the future, new aspects from decentralized generation using different dc voltage levels are expected to influence the general concept of power exchange. Converter are needed to adapt the voltage between low voltage (LV), medium voltage (MV), and high voltage (HV). In this paper, a galvanic isolated bidirectional dc/dc converter based on the modular multilevel converter is studied, with a large potential for secure and flexible dc power flow control. The use of medium frequency transformation allows savings in copper and iron. A fundamental frequency modulation method is introduced for the presented converter, that enables variable stepup or step-down between primary and secondary dc voltage in discrete steps. The balancing mechanism of the internal power storage components is explained and verified by simulation and experiment.
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Warning: Not actually in 3D
So, what is this, then?
Mad Dog McCree is a port of an arcade 'game' that came out in 1990. You know, 22 years ago. Just saying, I was two years old when bad ol' Mad Dog saw the light of day. The big thing about Mad Dog, back in his day, was that it was a major laserdisc release. What that means, for those who aren't aware, is that the game is basically an interactive movie. A laserdisc game uses pre-recorded video as the graphics engine. The laserdisc format was the precursor to our (increasingly obsolete) compact disc. The Mad Dog Series (yes, series--its sequels are called The Lost Gold and The Last Bounty Hunter) have been ported to various devices, such as the iOS and Wii.
Basically this...but in the Wild West.
Back in the day, supposedly, Mad Dog was top dog. It was a well-received game that started an apparently decent trilogy. But, sadly, it hasn't withstood the test of time--like red wine mixed with whiskey and tears and let to sit for two decades, it didn't age well. Mad Dog McCree was essentially a first-person shooter, set in the American 'wild west.' Back during the time of its initial release, FPS's were pretty bare-boned; you basically ran and shot things, with no regard to limited amounts of ammo, multiplayer, storylines, pretty graphics, snipers, heavy weapons, etc. You just ran and shot. And that worked for the time. If Mad Dog had been updated in any way, shape or form, then I feel it would be a much better purchase. But because it was merely ported, it falls short of the thralls and intricacies of modern day first-person shooting.
Also, this guy.
The setting is pretty straightforward. You play a nameless gunslinger, who just arrived in a town taken over by a gang of wanted fugitives. The gang is lead by a truly fearsome outlaw--Mad Dog McCree. Your character won't stand for this, I guess, and decides to rid the good people of their unwanted guests. The town consists of several different 'stages': the Sheriff's Office, the Bank, etc. Each stage is a different firefight with more and more of the Dog's goons.
Gameplay in Mad Dog is very, very simple. You aim the crosshair (on the top screen) with the stylus (on the bottom). Tapping whilst holding the L button will allow you to fire; simply tapping without the L button being depressed lets you reload. Aaaand, that's it. You point to a bad guy and fire, hopefully not hitting a citizen in the process. Your character is a one-hit wonder, and has three
lives cowboy hats. Every time you take just one bullet the screen gets a 'shattered glass' effect, and you lose a cowboy hat. Lose all three, you're treated to a game over screen, but don't worry--you have unlimited continues. Should you choose to carry on, the next thing you see is the town priest--come out of nowhere, to revive you. After you're revitalized, you have to win a duel with a random thug--win, and you can jump right back to where you were, no penalty. Lose, and it's the priest all over again.
Forgive me, Father...
And really...that's pretty much all there is to the 3DS's port of Mad Dog McCree. I'd go in to detail about the graphics...but it's hard to review live-action. The acting is pretty awful, though. Decent for the early '90s, but not too hot by today's standards. The music has an apt, appropriate wild west sound, and is actually kind of alright.
I'd reccommend this for anyone who remembers it from twenty years ago, and is in the mood for a nostalgic kick. Or for you truly die-hard wild west fans. Anyone else, save your monies!
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Background Amazon AWS is quickly becoming one of the most popular options for Enterprises to extend their Data Center infrastructure out in the cloud. IaaS vendors like Amazon provide an array of s...
Amazon AWS is quickly becoming one of the most popular options for Enterprises to extend their Data Center infrastructure out in the cloud. IaaS vendors like Amazon provide an array of services that include directory services, orchestration, automation, APIs and more.
It's important to understand that flexibility can slowly become chaos, especially for enterprises that have fought hard to consolidate processes around Identity and Access Management.
This multi-part series discusses a basic IAM playbook that can be enabled with Centrify’s Identity Platform (Identity Service, Server Suite and Privilege Service). The principles continue to be the same: Implement Strong Access Controls using what you have: Active Directory as the Identity Store and enhance the experience and security controls leveraging Centrify Technologies.
Requirements and Challenges
Identity and Access Management Requirements
Secure Access to the Amazon Root Account The experts at amazon will be the first to tell you.
Don't use your Amazon root account as the means for regular administration. Don't share it. Look at this account only for break-glass scenarios
Use Role-Based Access Control This is another best practice documented by our friends at Amazon.
However, what's not very obvious is that you may want to do this from a common identity source. We don't want AWS to become an additional identity silo, this promotes duplication of effort and increases the likelyhood of exposure. Organizational policy and risk assessment will require that policy is enforced centrally and depending on data clasification, there will be attestation needs. We need to be able to report who can perform which actions in the Amazon Console. The role-based access control model needs not only apply to the Amazon console, but to the systems that are running in the IaaS cloud; you must be able to enforce the least access, least privilege, separation of duties and be able to attest or report which users has access to each system, what can they do with privilege and how they got granted the access.
Use Multifactor Authentication
Amazon recommends strong controls for the root account; however, We argue that we have to apply stronger controls like being able to access the console only from on-premises in some cases (or example, when using the amazon root account) and apply MFA across the board in cases where the user is accessing externally.
The challenge for many organizations is that Multi-factor Authentication is also a fragmented capability, because most IAM vendors until recently have not considered it a must have. There’s also the issue of modern use cases. Physical OTP tokens are expensive and don’t provide enough information for the modern enterprise. We need more significant information and workflow-like capabilities and to be able to use that same scheme in other use cases, like when elevating to use your privileges. Since all roads point to the mobile device in your pocket, this means strong Enterprise Mobile capabilities to secure that device as well.
Finally, wouldn't it be better to go beyond MFA and be able to apply stronger policies? Perhaps only allow access to the AWS console only from your on-premises infrastructure? Provide authentication policies that request MFA before the user's password?
Apply a Security Policy This is another item in the Amazon checklist, they specificaly talk about passwords.
However, organizations with mature security practices understand that using a common identity store (like Active Directory, used in 90%+ organizations) also allows for consolidating policy definition and enforcement. Amazon systems can be integrated to the common directory for the purposes of Access Control. This step requires the extension of your corporate IT directory to the IaaS infrastructure. This can be accomplished several ways (in the case of AD). A resource domain with a 1-way trust and a site-to-site VPN, an RODC, etc.
The benefits of this approach include less IT fragmentation and complexity, and consolidation of processes and tools, however, the solution should be ready for automation and orchestration; one of the principles of public/private clouds is elasticity, this means that if machines are spun up or down, the tools should have simple ways to satisfy these needs.
Session Management Systems in the Amazon cloud should be accessed in a way that allows for accountability, centralization of access and enforcement of strong policies. Although it's possible to access directly via Amazon, this tends to open itself to challenges with sessions and key management.
Password Management Finally, we need to eliminate the human challenge of shared credentials. Accounts like root, Administrator and any others should be brokered with a repeatable process: request/approve-check-out-check-in-rotate.
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Lexington Surgery is seeking a second BC/BE Plastic Surgeon to enhance our practice of microvascular reconstruction, breast reconstruction and lower extremity reconstruction, as well as cosmetics. Microsurgical training preferred, but not required. The opportunity will involve joining our team of 21 highly skilled general surgeons of Lexington Surgery, which is an employed group within the Lexington Medical Center network of care.
As one of only four centers in South Carolina accredited by the National Program of Breast Centers, Lexington Medical Center treated over 5,000 women in the last 15 years.
Lexington Medical Center is one of the top surgical centers in the region performing more than 17,000 surgeries each year. Our medical center is accredited to perform, and experienced in, some of the most complex surgical procedures. Our state-of-the-art digital surgical suites are equipped with the advanced surgical navigation and O-arm surgical imaging systems.
Lexington Medical Center is a 607-bed acute care hospital network in West Columbia, South Carolina. The network includes five community medical centers, an occupational health facility, the largest nursing home in the Carolinas, an Alzheimer's care center, more than 70 physician practices with over 400 employed physicians.
We are committed to offering quality, cost-effective benefits for our employees and their families. Competitive Day ONE Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Retirement and Savings Plans with No Vesting Period
- 24/7 Live Epic EMR Support from Our On-site Team
- Relocation Assistance and Sign On Bonus
- Annual CME Allowance
- Medical Malpractice Coverage
- Life, Accidental, and Critical Illness Insurance
- Employer Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability (after 90 days)
- Healthcare FSA
- Daycare FSA
- 529 College Savings Plans
- Adoption Assistance
- Dependent Life Insurance
- On-site Child Care Center
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Employer
- Health Directions Gym Membership
- Employee Discounts and Services
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It won’t be hard for RSL fans to remember the last time the Claret-and-Cobalt and New York Red Bulls last met – almost a year ago to the day – in one of the most thrilling and heartbreaking matches of 2013. The two sides met at Red Bull Arena on July 27, 2013 with the home side getting off to a perfect start, taking the lead through Australian international MF Tim Cahill in the 11th minute and then doubling its lead after former Red Bulls and RSL FW Fabian Espindola converted from the spot 12 minutes later. Despite being down 2-0 on the road, the Claret-and-Cobalt went on to stage an amazing comeback led by RSL’s all-time leading scorer, FW Alvaro Saborio. The Costa Rican international went on to put in one of his best performances scoring three unanswered goals (45’, 80’, 82’) to give RSL the improbable lead. But RSL was unable to finish out the match, conceding two goals in the 89th and 94th minutes to fall 3-4 on the road.
Unfortunately, RSL will be without Saborio on Wednesday’s rematch due to injury, but last year’s match was a showcase of RSL’s grit, determination and team-wide talent. Let’s hope the Claret-and-Cobalt can put on another show and enact some revenge at home on Wednesday night in a nationally televised match on ESPN 2.
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Instead of filling their instruction manuals with incomprehensible computer-speak, the makers of the Franklin Ace 100 and Ace 1000 decided to have fun. The computers—released in the early 1980s—were knockoffs of the Apple II. The manuals, on the other hand, were completely original and now represent fascinating cultural documents. Two of the manuals that were unearthed on the blog Ironic Sans are filled with pop culture references to Hill Street Blues, The Dukes of Hazzard, and former Good Morning America host David Hartman, who is described as “nothing but reconfigured electronic signals [you watch] over coffee in the morning.” The manual also has this prescient and funny paragraph designed to warn its patrons:
Be forewarned that somewhere, sometime, someplace, some enterprising young man who seems to know ten times what you do about computers is going to try to convince you that his program will make a jug of cider jump off the table and turn ducks’ eggs into solid gold. Look this man straight in the eye and ask for names of people who are successfully using his program. DO NOT, under any circumstances, bet him he can’t do it. There’s no telling what someone might be able to make a computer do.
Source: Ironic Sans
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has accepted a new drug application (NDA) for UCB’s Nayzilam (midazolam) nasal spray for the acute treatment of seizures including seizure clusters and acute repetitive seizures.
Acceptance of this NDA could result in Nayzilam’s approval in the U.S. in early 2019, potentially making it the first new medication approved to treat seizure clusters in more than 17 years.
Most seizures are brief, but a single seizure lasting longer than five minutes, or a cluster of seizures during which the patient does not regain consciousness, called status epilepticus, can be fatal and constitutes a medical emergency. Rescue medications, given to stop a prolonged seizure in progress, can be crucial in these cases.
“Managing seizure clusters remains a challenge for thousands of patients and caregivers, in the US and beyond, who live their lives each day with this debilitating condition,” said Jeff Wren, head of neurology and executive vice president of UCB, in a press release.
UCB’s NDA was supported by data from a Phase 3 clinical trial, called ARTEMIS-1 (NCT01390220), which evaluated the safety and effectiveness of Nayzilam in 292 patients who experienced episodes of acute repetitive seizures.
ARTEMIS-1 consisted of two phases: an in-clinic test dose phase and an outpatient comparative phase. During the test dose phase, patients with a history of seizure clusters receiving a stable regimen of anti-epileptic medications were given two 5 mg doses of open-label Nayzilam 10 minutes apart at the study center. In the comparative phase, subjects were randomized to receive 5 mg of Nayzilam or a placebo.
Caregivers administered the double-blind therapy when patients experienced a seizure cluster meeting study criteria. A second, open-label 5 mg dose of Nayzilam could be administered between 10 minutes and six hours after the first dose for persistent or recurrent seizure activity.
Nayzilam appeared to be safe and well-tolerated, and adverse events were generally consistent with the route of administration and pharmacology of the compound.
The trial met its primary objective, which assessed the proportion of patients whose seizures ended within 10 minutes of Nayzilam administration, and who did not have a recurrence of seizures between 10 minutes and six hours after administration.
“There is an unmet need for effective and convenient acute treatment of seizure clusters that can rapidly end ongoing seizures and potentially prevent or delay their reoccurrence,” Wren said.
Nayzilam was granted orphan drug and fast track designation by the FDA for the rescue treatment of seizures in patients who experience recurrent periods of high seizure activity.
The fast track designation allows for an accelerated process by the FDA to review treatments that could treat serious conditions and fill an unmet medical need.
Nayzilam was acquired by UCB from Proximagen in June. Since then, both companies have worked together to advance the NDA filing.
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JP Moore is a Vancouver based stucco contractor that provides interior and exterior stucco application services for both commercial and residential buildings. JP Moore stucco specializes in stucco application, restoration, patching and repairs for both new and renovation projects. We serve Greater Vancouver and the Fraser Valley, including North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, Coquitlam, Pitt Meadows, Maple Ridge, Surrey and Langley
JP Moore Stucco has over 20 years of experience in all areas of stucco application. We are a certified applicator of Dryvit Systems (registration below). We offer quality, reliable competitive workmanship. We are fully bonded and can provide excellent references.
JP Moore also is a certified applicator of Dryvit Outsulation Systems .Dryvit Outsulation Systemsare engineered, rigorously tested, highly energy efficient insulated cladding systems that place insulation on the outside of the wall, where building scientists say it is most effective
Imasco Minerals a Canadian Company in operation for more than 45 years. They offer a full line of Stucco Systems, Basecoats, Finishes, Aggregates, Acrylic & Synthetic Finishes for Residential and Commercial needs. All Imasco's Traditional Stucco System Applications come with a 10 year limited materials warranty.
Sto Canada is a QAP licensed manufacturer with the EIFS Quality Assurance Program. Their products have been used on many successful projects throughout all provinces of Canada, and they have specific systems appropriate for unique market requirements. Their raw materials (mesh & polymers)are all purchased through a Canadian supplier and shipped across north america.
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President Benjamin Harrison visits San Antonio during the inaugural Fiesta San Jacinto. He is the first President to visit the Alamo City.
Chet Atkins performs at Convention Center Banquet Hall.
Former Dallas Cowboy wide receiver, Drew Pearson, turns in his resignation as weekend sportscaster on KENS-TV. “He felt he couldn’t devote the time necessary to become a top-flight sports anchor,” Gary DeLaune explained after substituting for Pearson on the 5 p.m. news.
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Japan is known for their cute and quirky animal cafes: there are cat cafes, dog cafes, rabbit cafes, and even hedgehog cafes. But did you ever think about an owl cafe? There are a few in Tokyo, but today I’ll be focusing on the Akiba Fukurou Owl Cafe!
Akiba Fukurou (literal translation, “Akiba Owl”) is located in the Akihabara district of Tokyo, Japan. It’s a fairly large studio that’s nestled on a small street and a quick 5 minute walk from Akihabara Station.
Even though it’s called an owl cafe, Akiba Fukurou doesn’t actually serve any drinks or food. Instead, you get to hang out with your choice of over 30 owls! The staff is extremely friendly, well-dressed (something between Casino Royale and Casablanca couture), and attentive to each guest/owl.
One of the Akiba Fukurou employees (he’s also the photographer!)
Although you can walk up to the cafe and get lucky without a reservation, I highly recommend booking your spot in advance. Since Akiba Fukurou is a popular place for both locals and tourists, reservations go pretty quickly. The best way to get a reservation is to email them, and you can book up to 3 days in advance.
We actually got pretty lucky, considering that this was a last-minute idea – we emailed them about 6 hours before our requested reservation time! They were very prompt in responding to our request, and luckily there were 2 spots available after someone cancelled. Lesson learned: reserve in advance ;)
What do you get?
The price is 1,500 yen ($15USD) for a one hour visit to Akiba Fukurou owl cafe.
You’ll get a chance to hold two owls on your hand; a laminated photo of you and the owl; and unlimited petting of other owls (except for those marked).
The Akiba Fukurou cafe is a little hard to see immediately because it’s tucked away on a side street, so I recommend using Google Maps to make your way over there. Once you arrive, you’ll have to wait outside until the previous visitors leave (since the space can only hold so many people). In the meantime, you’ll get a cute folder will everything you need to know: how to interact with the owls, a list of the “owl family,” (like the photo above!) and fun facts.
Once your reservation time comes, an employee comes and takes the group inside. There were about 8 other people in our group, which was perfect – not too overwhelming for the space, and everybody had a chance to pose with their favorite owl. After we put our stuff down and got comfortable in the cafe, the two employees/owl handlers briefly told us the rules: no flash, pet owls with one finger, and don’t make sudden movements.
After the debriefing, it was time to check out the owls! I was instantly drawn to Gorilla because he was adorable, but now that I think about it (and look at the Owl Family photo), is that really Gorilla? Oh well! He was very patient as I held and petted him – just look at that serious face!
When your friends want a selfie and you realize that you forgot to put on makeup ಠ_ಠ
As mentioned before, some owls will have pink or blue stickers. These owls are *not* allowed to be touched, since they’re either sleeping or still in training. However, you can look and admire them from a safe distance :)
After you’re done holding an owl, you can ask an employee and they’ll carefully take the owl from you and place it back to its perch. I took a little break to check out the other owls before picking Charles Xavier…
“She’s making that face again, isn’t she?”
The hour goes by pretty quickly – there are so many owls to look at and pet! When your time is up, you’ll gather in the main room and the employees will thank everyone and hand out a laminated photo/postcard of you with the first owl. I thought this was a really nice and friendly gesture!
The people who run Akiba Fukurou really know how to make guests feel welcome and create an atmosphere that’s comfortable for both humans and owls. Some people might be worried if the owls are being treated fairly, but I think they are – they can freely fly around the room, have comfortable perches, bowls of water, etc. Most of the owls at the were raised around humans and have grown used to them, so they’re not freaked out by “guests” in their home :P
Overall, the Akiba owl cafe was a really fun experience- If I come back to Tokyo, I’ll be sure to stop by again.
Thanks for reading! :)
Name: Akiba Fukurou Owl Cafe
(English: 67 Kanda Neribeichō, Chiyoda-ku, Tōkyō-to 101-0022, Japan)
Price: 1,500 JPY ($15 USD) for a 1-hour visit – includes laminated photo, holding 2 owls, and petting/photos with unlimited owls
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CAPRA beach towel is here to make its summer statement in solid stripes, in soft earthy tones or understated brighter hues. CAPRA is the pure definition of practicality due to it being compact, quick to dry, lightweight, generously-sized and sand-resistant. Roll it up, throw it in your beach bag or around your shoulders, use it as a beach-mat, sarong, cover-up, and just about everything else in-between. It’s hand-knotted fringe tassels and loose-edged trims give it a rustic edge, making it the ideal style companion for your laid-back summer days by the sea or afternoons strolling around the city. Produced by local weavers in Greece, each towel is made of high-quality cotton and TENCEL™ fibers.
Softer than silk, cooler than linen, and 50% more absorbent than cotton, the magical properties of TENCEL™ fiber make it impressively hard-wearing, allowing each towel to remain sumptuously supple after repeated washings. TENCEL™ fibers also significantly reduce bacterial growth, making the towel resistant to mold and unpleasant smells, leaving you free to explore even the remotest of terrains.
CAPRA towel is uniquely produced by local weavers and tassel makers in Greece. Slight irregularities and variations are part of each towel’s individuality. To obtain its unique look please take care of the way is washed and handled. We also advice you to wash before use for hygienical reasons but also to obtain the maximum absorbency and durability of the towel.
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Malware I think
Posted 23 May 2009 - 05:43 PM
Posted 23 May 2009 - 05:58 PM
Follow that guide, if you already haven't. Then post the logs it asks for in the Malware Forum.
Once the Malware techs give you a clean bill of health, and you still have problems, post back here.
Posted 23 May 2009 - 10:09 PM
No reason for double posting.
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It's Tuesday and the clock rang early as usual. The apartment was so quiet when I got up. I took a cup of coffee after a nice shower. Outside, it's a little strange weather. It changes from sunny to cloudy and back without warning..
I hope the new dishwasher will come today, I've been waiting for it for over a week. I really hate to do dishes by hand.
I had a simple breakfast today, partly because I was so tired and partly because of the awful nausea that constantly follows me every morning.
I ate a bowl of fat free cottage cheese with strawberries, watermelon in pieces, coffee and an egg.
Now this girl is going to get a hold of this day.
I'm looking forward to coming to the gym tonight. I'll do a bit of cardio, but I'll also train my legs, butt and stomach later today in the gym.
See you later!
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#MFW SPRING SUMMER 2018 – AU JOUR LE JOUR BACKSTAGE
The look and the backpacks of the 2018 summer collection of the young brand that parades at the MFW, make it think to a September back to school: on the catwalk jersey pants or jeans and knee-length fluid dresses. The choice of glittering materials such as sequins and pinkish color, dazzles that call to order, usually unpleasant.
Review Carlotta Licciardi
Photographer Vieri Dalla Chiesa Instagram @5623iwamori
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Alanya City Tour From Side Daily Tour
Tour Days: Wednesday, Friday
Alanya City Tour From Side Excursions
Are you interested to a day trip to the famous Alanya? We on Nasa Tour organized a wonderful day trip to the beautiful seaside town, and its great attractions! Come with us and have a nice excursion twith us! Arriving in Alanya, our journey first begins with a boat trip where you can see all the sights of the Alanya coast: the old fortress, the Red Tower, the dock and the famous caves of pirate, lovers and phosphorus.
After a relaxing boat trip, we head towards the beautiful Dim Cay Valley. This picturesque valley is located on the mountain of the Dim Cay River near Alanya. Here we enjoy a delicious dinner in one of the wonderful restaurants. The water of the river is cool because it comes from high mountains. Even on a hot summer day, the water temperature does not exceed + 11 degrees.
The wildest can swim in the river if they dare ;-) On hot summer days, the cool water feels wonderful on the skin. Near the Dim Cay River you will also find stunning unspoilt. Many small animals and plants that you may have never heard of are waiting for you! From here you can also see a little local life, as many Turks love to live along the river, in the heart of its beautiful nature. After all this fun, we move to the center of Alanya, where we give you about 2.5 hours of free time to do whatever you want. Accompanied by experienced guides who will advise you on good places. You can go shopping, have a coffee or a meal, sunbathe or just admire the beautiful Alanya. At the end of the trip, we visit a banana gardens, and you see for yourself how these delicious fruits are grown. Come with us on the Nasa Tour to spend a wonderful day trip of sightseeing in the famous Alanya and its attractions! You don’t want to miss this opportunity, because these are the moments you will remember forever.
Book your camera too, as the famous Alanya offers you many attractions that you want to capture for yourself! alanya city centre alanya, turkey alanya population antalya province alanya things to do alanya trip
Departure from the hotel in the direction of Alanya, arrival at the port
Boat trip along the coast of Alanya
Departure to the river Dim Chay
Departure to the center of Alanya, free time
Visit to the banana grove
Departure / arrival time: 09:00 - 18:00
English speaking guide
Entrance ticket to Damlatash
What should take on you: comfortable clothes and shoes, water, swimming suit, towel, sunscreen
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- Guest: AdultNumber of People: 0Price per Person: € 27Price: € 0
- Guest: Kids 7-11Number of People: 0Price per Person: € 17Price: € 0
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Last night MLB.com posted a story on changes in the game. Normally I roll my eyes at things like this (whatever happened to the consistant strike zone attempt from a couple of years ago), however, some of these could be interesting. Here’s some of the points they made:
- Tie Games: Used to be if a game was a tie and was called for weather, they’d be replayed, but now according to the article, “While previously such games were considered official and replayed in their entirety from the beginning, hence they will be “suspended” and resumed at the point of stoppage.” According to the article, “Tie games will resume prior to the next scheduled game between the teams, in the visitors’ park if no more games are scheduled at the same site. If no more games are scheduled between the teams, the tie would stand unless an outcome would decide a playoff spot — in which case the game would be replayed in its entirety. ”
- Time Between Pitches: Apparently a pitcher gets 20 seconds between pitches to deliver the next one. That’s been reduced to 12. I can see a lot of fidgety guys complaining that it’s ruining their pitching if they start going bad. The violation each time is a ball. Al Hrabosky wouldn’t like this, I’m sure. :)
- Batters Box: What might be called the anti-Nomah rule, you now have to keep one foot in the batters box during your at-bat, otherwise they call a strike. Now things like almost getting hit by a pitch and bailing out, that would be OK, but the article states “requiring they keep one foot in the batter’s box throughout his at-bat, except for certain game-play conditions — during which he is still not allowed to leave the dirt area surrounding the plate.” That seems pretty wide open to interpretation.
- Ball Scuffing: A major change here. Used to be they’d call a ball if you were busted scuffing the ball. Now it’s a 10 game suspension? Wow. That’s a HUGE change. I wonder what they’ll do about 42 year old pitchers in the world series with substances on their hands? 100 game suspension, and a forced listening of Kenny G’s catalogue?
- Rosin on ball: Whoops. Spoke too soon. There’s the Kenny Rogers rule. 10 game suspension.
- Political Correctness: While the rules have never ruled out women, there hasn’t been a woman get anywhere near the major leagues (that I’m aware of) on the grounds of merit before. So in order to make things more “fair” (WTF), the rulebook now has a disclaimer that says “The rulebook now includes the disclaimer that references “to ‘he,’ ‘him’ or ‘his’ shall be deemed to be a reference to ‘she,’ ‘her’ or ‘hers'” where applicable.”. (WTF 2)
According to the article, they’re the first rule changes since the attempt at unifying the strike zone in 1996. There were a couple of changes to the official scoring rules, too. I’ll just quote from the article, since neither are a major deal to the way I score a game:
“”For instance, the guidewords for deciding whether to credit a batter with a sacrifice bunt have changed from him being possibly retired on a “perfect play” to “ordinary effort” by the defense.
And fans weary of hearing “defensive indifference” on stolen-base attempts will be heartened to learn that the scorer must now base that call on all game circumstances, not merely on whether someone covered the base or the catcher got off a throw.”
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Drink less, lomo more
holgardo, ecchymoses, adash, nordfrau & deprofundis.
really nice shot & colors!
Don't drink when shooting, good idea. Thelast time I used the my minolta while drinking ( almost 20 years ago) it landed on the technician's table
:) than you definitly drank too much... ;)
hope your minolta made it!
It made it. Still working and my hands. The camera is 35 years old.
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Portable alkaline reverse osmosis water purifier system. It has filtration elements, pressure sealed high tds ro membrane 75 gpd and high performance booster diaphragm pump which together will give you pure and tasty alkaline drinking water. Purifier also contains uf membrane filter also. Capacity: 12 litres/hour.
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This awareness campaign educates consumers on the long-standing brand heritage, proven experience and diverse capabilities of Tires Plus. The biggest challenge for the Pyper Paul + Kenney (Tampa, Florida) creative team was to cut through the huge amount of screaming, price-driven advertising in this category and position Tires Plus as a car care expert with a personalized focus. The solution was this series of images, each focusing on a different human body part created of tires or car parts, that convey the main benefits of shopping at Tires Plus.
copy (from top):
Over 5 million people a year look to us for new brakes, alignments, oil changes and much more.
With 11 million tires sold this year alone, nobody knows tires like we know tires.
// From our friends at Communication Arts
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When an excellent congress location, impressive concept and a formidable team come together, the result is something special: The ICS International Congress Center Stuttgart, as a business unit of Landesmesse Stuttgart GmbH, is today one of the largest and most modern congress centres in Germany. Since its opening in autumn 2007 it has successfully developed into one of the most sought-after locations - a key to markets at the heart of Europe.
As a trend-setter, the ICS sets new standards for the top ten locations in Stuttgart: with its immediate vicinity to Stuttgart Airport and the A8 motorway, with its unique, transparent glass architecture, with state-of-the-art conference technology and capacity for up to 10,000 guests.
The ICS also offers you an extremely variable spatial concept with up to 33 flexible rooms - all of which have daylight. The ICS, the halls in Messe Stuttgart and the event locations ideally complement each other in their infrastructure.
Your benefit: You have optimal and individual possibilities for your plans and utilisation concepts on 105,200 square metres.
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Visita a la Playa de la Griega y a laboratorios y litotecas con el equipo científico
22 de julio y 12 de agosto de 2018, 11:00 h.
Taller Una ventana al mundo de los dinosaurios
Del 20 al 22 de julio, del 10 al 12 de agosto y del 7 al 9 de septiembre de 2018
Taller Descubriendo la Costa de los Dinosaurios
Del 16 de julio al 31 de agosto de 2018, 18:00 h.
Taller Ave parece, dinosaurio es
Del 16 de julio al 31 de agosto de 2018, 13:00 h.
This route begins on the promenade at the west end of Santa Marian beach, where the information panel stands. If we look southwards, we will see some grey limestones from the Carboniferous Period which stick out on the relief as a vertical wall. This wall rougly coincides with an important fracture known as “Ribadesella Fault”, which runs through the inner part of the town and borders the Jurassic rocks that extend from here to the coastal cliffs.
Along this walk we find a rhythmic alternation of thin layers of limestone and dark grey marls bearing plenty of marine fossils (Rodiles Formation). These accumulated in a shallow open sea which covered all Asturias at that time.
This calcareous series is suddenly interrupted by the presence of the first layers of conglomerates, sandstones and reddish lutites of fluvial origin (Vega Formation). Intercalations of calcareous fossil soils (“caliches”) bearing vertical root traces typical of a semiarid climate, and grey marls and limestones of lacustrine origin, are occasionally presents.
The net erosive contact between this calcareous marine succession and the overlying continental sequence resulted in a sudden elevation of the sea floor, which emerged due to the tectonic strain: this gave rise to a lack of sedimentation and erosion which constitutes a “stratigraphic gap”.
As we approach the end of the promenade, we come to new alternation of greyisch marls and limestones with some interbedded sandstones on the lower part (Tereñes Formation), which at that time represented a low coastal area, very rich in muds.
Such a succession, which exteds westwards along the cliff, comprises different layers rich in minute bivalves (“coquinas”) together with desiccation cracks and frequent dinosaur footprints. The latter occur on the surface of the strata either as roughly rounded depressions (quadrupedal dinosaur tracks) or as three-toed imprints (bipedal dinosaur tracks).
On the way down to the cliff from the end of the promenade we can observe some of these footprints. From this point, about 150 m further west along the base of the cliff lies a large slab of sandy limestone (about 80º seaward-inclined) which shows diffuse ripple marks due to the wave action at the time. Several footprints of quadrupedal dinosaurs (sauropods) can be discerned on this slab.
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COOKEVILLE, Tenn. – The Tennessee Tech University Athletic
Department has announced five finalists for the school’s 2010
NCAA Woman of the Year Award, with the winner to be announced
Sunday (July 4).
To be eligible for the NCAA Woman of the Year Award, students must be a senior or graduate student who has completed her athletic eligibility during 2009-10. Criteria for selecting the award include both athletic and academic accomplishments, as well as additional areas such as community involvement and public service.
The Awards Committee has selected two members of the volleyball and track & field teams and one from golf. The list of finalists is smaller this year because the women’s tennis, softball and women’s basketball teams did not have any seniors for consideration for the award. The finalists are:
Diana Carson (Golf/Lafollette, Tenn.) - Diana
led the women’s golf team in her senior season, shooting the
lowest average on the squad at 77.8 through 15 rounds of tournament
play. She earned two Top 10 finishes, including a third place
effort at the Ann Rhoads Classic to claim all-tournament
honors. It gave her six all-tournament honors during her
four-year career on the team. She was named to the OVC
all-conference team in 2008. A member of the Student-Athlete
Advisory Committee, Diana served as co-captain of the team and was
active in a variety of community service and campus projects. She
was involved in Chi Alpha, the Fellowship of Christian Athletes,
and the University Christian Student Center. She served as a member
of both the Oracle (newspaper) and Eagle (yearbook) staffs. She has
earned a spot on the OVC Academic Honor Roll, the TTU Athletic
Director’s every semester and the Dean’s List every
semester. She graduates in May with a 3.62 GPA in
Teresa Craig (Volleyball/Muncie, Ind.) – A true student-athlete, Teresa excelled both athletically and academically during her career. During her senior year, she missed the first two sets of a pivotal OVC match to take the LSAT before returning to help Tech to a five-set victory over Murray State. With 449 sets played, Teresa has appeared in the third most matches of any Golden Eagle in the program’s history. She finished her career with 980 digs and 372 kills, including a career-best 173 kills during her senior campaign. Teresa hit a career-high .171 during her final season and also posted a career-high 35 blocks. For the second time in her career, Teresa earned CoSIDA Academic All-District recognition as a senior. She was also one of just six individuals to receive the OVC Scholar-Athlete Award. Named the Student of the Year for the political science department this year, Teresa is the president of the political science honor society (Pi Sigma Alpha) and recipient of Paul G. Stephenson Scholarship Endowment. Teresa has a perfect 4.0 GPA and was a finalist for the prestigious Derryberry Award. A tutor to her teammates and leader on Tech’s 2008 OVC Championship-winning team, Teresa has also helped greatly in the Cookeville community. She has helped with several projects for Habitat for Humanity and Mustard Seed Ranch in addition to helping organize a food drive and volunteering at a local animal shelter. Teresa received a full scholarship to Michigan State Law School to continue her education.
Rachel Forbes (Track & Field/Norris, Tenn.) – A captain for the past two years on the TTU women’s track & field team, Rachel has been a model student-athlete throughout her four-year Golden Eagle career. She has competed in the pole vault and the javelin, having an impact on both events including setting the school record as a junior in the pole vault and tying the record as a senior. In addition to competing in those events, she has provided leadership to her teammates and worked on a variety of projects for coach Tony Cox in organizing and hosting the 2010 Ohio Valley Conference Outdoor Track & Field Championships. A key member of the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, Rachel served as secretary for SAAC as well as service organizer. She helped plan and carry out two SAAC projects at the Dismas House and also participated in a painting project at Cookeville’s Mustard Seed Ranch. She was secretary of the Newman Catholic Campus Ministry and served as a Sunday School teacher at a local church. Rachel won the EXPN Fitness Award and Pre-Professional Award for 2009-2010, has been on the Dean’s List, the Athletic Director’s Honor Roll and the OVC Academic Honor Roll every semester for four years.
Amanda Lindgren (Volleyball/Albuquerque N.M.) – Amanda was a consistently outstanding performer on the Tech volleyball team for the past four seasons, finishing her career second in the program’s history in kills with 1,426. She also racked up 974 career digs and 174 blocks as she ranked among the team’s leaders annually in each category. In 2009, Amanda finished second on the team with 314 kills and third with 57 blocks. She posted five double-doubles and hit double-digits in kills during 19 of the team’s 28 matches. Her .198 hitting percentage was also the fourth best on the team. The volleyball team’s President’s Award recipient as a junior for her contributions in the community, in the classroom and on the court, Amanda was a key member of Tech’s 2008 OVC Championship winning team where she earned OVC All-Tournament team honors. A mentor to her freshmen teammates, Amanda was a member of the OVC Commissioner’s Honor Roll each semester at Tech and served on the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee for two years. She received the Outstanding Psychology Student Award and is a member of the Psychology National Honor Society (Psi-Chi). Additionally, Amanda has participated in canned food drives and also volunteered at the Mustard Seed Ranch and a women’s shelter. Amanda will continue her education in a Master’s program at the University of Denver.
Tiffany Palmer (Cross Country, Track & Field/Cleveland, Tenn.) – Tiffany emerged as the leader on the TTU women’s cross country team in her final season, enjoying a stellar year that netted her all-OVC first-team honors with a strong performance at the OVC Championships. She was either first or second on the team in every meet during the fall. This spring she competed in every event longer than 1,500 meters. During the indoor season, she had Tech’s best times in the 3,000- and 5,000-meter runs. At the OVC Indoor Championships, Palmer had Tech’s highest finish of the meet, claiming second place in the 5,000-meter run in a career-best time of 18:20.28, just four seconds off the winning pace to earn eight team points. During the OVC Outdoor Championships, she placed third in the 10,000-meter run in 38:25.96 to earn six points for Tech and help the Golden Eagles to their highest finish in school history. She has been involved as a volunteer in many community and campus activities, including Special Olympics, Cookeville Jaycee’s Road Race, the SAAC Canned Food Drive, ushering at TTU games and the Rodney Atkins concert, Angel Tree, Read Aloud, Autism Support and the Christmas Memories program. In addition to her participation in SAAC, she is also a senator for the College of Education in the Student Government Association and a member of Mortar Board. On campus, she worked toward passing SOLO bill on the TTU campus, was certified in First Aid and CPR, won the First-Year Writing Awaerd and was nominated for Pi Lambda Theta. A member of the Dean’s List, the Athletic Director’s Honor Roll and the OVC Academic Honor Roll, she also participates with the Student of Tennessee Education Association (STEA) and the National Education Association (NEA) and will graduate cum laude in May.
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Do you share your recipes?
This recipe is one of the first recipes that I thought enough to ask someone for way back in July of 2009. (Before I began baking more seriously in my home). The person I asked of it actually told me “nope, you can’t have that recipe”, I casually laughed because she had to be kidding, right? No recipe for this simple pan of school lunch room bars?! Nope. I was kind of surprised (she’s a really nice person, why wouldn’t she share?). I never could understand why this recipe couldn’t be shared, still don’t I guess. However, that was one motivator in my learning to bake and share. That also is part of the reason I decided to start this blog.
Blah Blah Blah… long story. PB Bars are the bomb in my book! They require limited ingredients that are typically on hand in anyone’s pantry. They are the old school treat that you loved getting at the end of the lunch line. (Not sure if the school kids get decadent treats like this anymore…) That frosting… oh boy, gets me every time!
Truth! *A note on preparation: I’m guilty of not sifting my dry ingredients before adding, I’ll admit. I know that it is not recommended. I can’t tell you that for me, it has ever made a difference. Soda, for example, I just sprinkle evenly over the creamed butter/sugar/eggs mixture before incorporating with flour and salt which I sprinkle evenly too. Make sure there are no clumps in any of the dry ingredients prior to adding. This is quicker and one less bowl to deal with is great for me!
Enjoy! (And do share your recipes!)
Peanut Butter Bars
- 3/4 C butter at room temperature
- 1/2 C creamy peanut butter
- 1 1/4 C brown sugar
- 1 whole egg + 1 yolk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/2 tsp salt use less if desired. 1/4 tsp is fine
- 1 3/4 C flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 3/4 C rolled oats
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Cream butter, peanut butter and brown sugar together until fluffy. Add whole egg, egg yolk and vanilla, mix until combined. Add salt, flour, soda and rolled oats, mix thoroughly. Spread in greased 9x13 inch pan. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and toothpick comes out clean when pushed into center of the dough. Remove from oven, cool until warm or cool completely so frosting (recipe followwill not melt.
- Peanut Butter Frosting
- by Cristen www.foodandswine.com
- 1 stick of butter
- 1/4 C peanut butter
- 1/2 tsp vanilla
- pinch of salt
- 3-4 C powdered sugar
- 3 TBSP milk (more or less until smooth consistency is reached)
- Combine all ingredients and beat together with hand mixer or in stand mixer fitted with paddle attachment, add more milk to reach desired consistency. Frost cooled bars.
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Memphis Web Design: Launch of New Shannon Waterman Website
Another new website design project S2N Design recently completed was for flooring manufacturer Shannon Waterman. For more than 100 years, Shannon Waterman has been harvesting timber from their own forests to create high quality, American made, wide plank floors. Wanting to increase leads and display samples and products more effectively online, Shannon Waterman enlisted S2N Design to develop a dynamic and visually-appealing website.
Shannon Waterman tasked S2N with improving how the company’s story is being told online from overall look and feel to product displays and lead generation. For Shannon Waterman, S2N had the following goal:
Develop a dynamic and visually-appealing website that accurately tells the Shannon Waterman story while increasing leads and improving product features online.
Shannon Waterman has a long-standing history of providing high quality wood flooring through its own forests which the company selectively and sustainably harvests. In order to tell the Shannon Waterman story, S2N used inviting, engaging photography and a clean format to create a luxury feel for the website. In addition, S2N created visually-appealing pages for each collection to highlight the company’s product lines. By putting more focus on the products and using high quality photography, S2N’s goal was to increase leads through the website’s contact form.
By using dynamic photos together with a clean website design, S2N created a luxury, high-end feel for the Shannon Waterman website.
Browse through Shannon Waterman’s site to see some of their exquisite work.
Does your company need a website overhaul to reach and attract your audiences? Contact us to learn how S2N can help.
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I bought polk rti4 and a a-35r to drive them for my computer setup. My current setup is USB> musiland monitor 02> Pioneer A-35R via RCA CD out> Polk RTi4.
MY question here is, Is it okay to use CD out? I feel like my speakers could sound better but not sure if it has anything to do with what output or not. There is a 3.5mm line out but would rather use rca to rca cause thats what I have right now. LMK, thanks.
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Keira Knightley Opens Up About Being Called 'Anorexic'
Keira Knightley revealed she experienced a verbal abuse at her early years as an actress. She recalled that critics often told her, "You're a s**t actress and you're anorexic and people hate you." Responding to the harsh words, she opened up to Elle U.K., "I wouldn't do my life any differently, but having lived through it or a teenager or somebody in their early 20s, is a very strange thing."
She was also asked by the magazine if she would let her future daughter follow her path in show business. She responded, "Oh, 100 percent, I'd absolutely tell her not to. I would 150 million trillion percent be totally discouraging of (her) doing anything like that."
"Teenage years should be done privately. You should be going out and getting unbelievably drunk, getting into ridiculous situations, making mistakes. That's what that time of life is about and we should do that privately, one million trillion zillion percent," she explained.
Keira also revealed to the magazine that she had a secret second wedding that she had with her husband, James Righton, other than her previous small wedding ceremony in France on May 2013.
Keira began her career as an actress in 1995. People started to recognize her after Keira co-starred in the movie "Bend It Like Beckham" and then she got her breakout role as Elizabeth Swan in hit movie "Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl" in 2003. Her new movie "Begin Again", also starring Adam Levine, Mark Ruffalo and Hailee Steinfeld, will be released in the U.S. on July 4.
- Scott Disick Who? Bella Thorne Reveals She Has Her Eye on Someone New
- Justin Bieber Accidentally Slams His Car Onto Paparazzo in Beverly Hills
- 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' Season 9 Taps Jimmy Kimmel and More to Guest Star
- Charlie Sheen Accused of Infecting Gay Lover With HIV
- Gwen Stefani Is Reportedly Pregnant With Twins and Wants Advice From Beyonce
- 'Big Little Lies' Season 2 Is in Early Development
- Report: Kim Kardashian and Kanye West Expecting 3rd Child
- Demi Lovato and Halsey Squash Feud Rumors With One Cute Selfie
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Each is built around the theme of ‘Whisky Conversations’ and designed to immerse you in the history, provenance and pioneering spirit of the Johnnie Walker brand. Part gallery, part lifestyle space and part museum, it brings together luxury whisky innovation with art, design, fine-dining and culture.
We believe that whisky is an art form. Inside a Johnnie Walker House you can fully appreciate some of the world’s finest whiskies in the company of fellow connoisseurs.
As a patron of Johnnie Walker House, you will enjoy exclusive personal service, meals and drinks, the famous Whisky Tasting Course, access to a Scotland trip concierge and the right to attend and host private luxurious events at flagship locations. Membership as a patron of Johnnie Walker House is by invitation only. If you are interested in becoming a patron, please send an email to firstname.lastname@example.org.
Alternatively you can register for Johnnie Walker House World of Privileges, a complimentary programme that entitles you to a personal subscription to the award winning Johnnie Walker House Edit magazine, VIP treatment at the Gleneagles Hotel in Scotland, invitations to select Johnnie Walker House events and priority listing on limited edition products.
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WOMEN’S GENUINE LEATHER RIBBED TRENCH COAT (RELC-402)
$275.00 – $300.00
- Button fastenings through double-breasted front.
- Buttoned epaulets.
- Belt loops, detachable belt.
- Lamb Skin Leather 100%.
- This Coat is fully lined.
Frequently Bought Together
Women’s Genuine Leather Ribbed Trench Coat
Product Key Features:
Women’s Genuine Leather Ribbed Trench Coat Key Features includes:
► Black mid-weight leather.
► Button fastenings through double-breasted front.
► Pleated ribbed sleeves and side panels.
► Buttoned epaulets
► Wind flap, Buttoned slant pockets
► Belt loops, detachable belt
► This Coat is fully lined.
► Lamb Skin 100%
► Lining Composition
► Satin 100%
► Specialist Cleaning
All our items are custom made (not ready made) so if you have any specific color & measurement requirements, Please provide us the detail when you placing an order, we can get that made for you in listed price!
Black, Blue, Gray, Green, Pink, Red, White, Yellow
10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 2, 20, 4, 6, 8
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For the past five days, Dr. Ron Hillyer, hand surgeon and Dr. Paul Fellers, ortho. surgeon have performed life-changing surgeries for patients at La Vida Surgery Center in Portoviejo, Ecuador.
Ron's team of 9 professionals left yesterday, Oct 3 while Paul and Flor Fellers will remain until November 7th. to follow up on the patients, examine new patients and operate on another group in two weeks. More info. to follow. Thank you for keeping up with the work in Ecuador. We appreciate prayers for great outcomes for the patients as they recover.
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Responsibility Badges in Physical Education
by Joey Feith
For the past few weeks, I have been working on a behaviour management system that I am calling the Responsibility Badges in Physical Education.
The idea behind this system comes from three separate sources:
The first comes from a mobile/social game called Foursquare that I play on my phone. Foursquare uses the GPS in your phone to identify where you are and allows to to “Check In” to that place. In return for your check in, Foursquare rewards you with points and the occasional badge. When you unlock a badge, the game sends you a notification and adds that badge to your profile. Stupid though it may sound, its enough reinforcement to make me want to check in to every venue I go to in the hopes of moving up the leaderboard and unlocking these ever-elusive badges.
The second source comes from a blog post by an Australian teacher named Brendan Jones (or @jonesytheteachr on Twitter). Brendan has done some work with gamification in education (the concept of turning educational elements into a game so as to increase student motivation) and created an achievement-based system. Basically, students were presented with an achievement progression path that was broken down into various levels. Each level contained a certain amount of reward badges that could be unlocked only if the student exhibited a certain set of behaviours (e.g. The Chameleon badge was unlocked if a student changed into their PE clothes 5 classes in a row).
Finally, the third source behind this idea of mine comes from the work I did with Hellison’s Teaching Personal and Social Responsibility educational model while teaching at the Douglas Mental Health University Institute. As part of a Special Topics practicum, our team used physical activity sessions to help children diagnosed with ADHD learn important concepts such as responsibility, respect, and self-control. Although the model we applied in those sessions was a variation of Hellison’s original model, I still had a chance to familiarize myself with his work through my class readings. In a nutshell, Hellison combines awareness talks, along with the dynamic nature of physical activity settings, group discussion time, and individual reflection time to provide students with situations through which they can develop a sense of responsibility. Hellison’s model outlines different “levels of responsibility” through which students can progress. These levels are:
- Outside the gym
Level 1 (Respect) involves respect for the rights and feelings of others and has three related components: self-control, the right to peaceful conflict resolution, and everyone’s right to be included.
Level 2 (Participation) is there to help students get to experience program content in a positive way. Level 2 is composed of self-motivation, the importance of experimentation, and the courage to persist.
Level 3 (Self-Direction) promotes a “complimentarity of excellences” (Norton, 1976), which means treating each student’s self-directed goal as equal instead of deciding that one is better than another based on its popularity in society. Level 3 involves on-task independence (i.e. students working without supervision), goal-setting progressions, and working towards an understanding of one’s needs.
Level 4 (Caring) puts an emphasis on sensitivity and compassion. Key elements include interpersonal skills and contributions to society.
Level 5 involves taking the 4 previous levels and applying them outside of the program (or, in my case, my gym). At level 5, students are working on being able to transfer what they’ve discovered in your gym to the reality of their life outside of your PE program.
Ok, longest intro ever.
My idea for all this is to create an achievement-based system that will involve badges and levels. The levels will basically map all five of those outlined in Hellison’s model. Each level will contain a set of badges that students can unlock by demonstrating certain behaviours. When a student unlocks a certain badge, they receive an email notification from the teacher (or, for elementary students, their parents will) explaining which badge they unlocked, how they did so, and showing what other badges they’ve unlocked in the past or could unlock soon.
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Once a student has unlocked enough level 1 badges (say 5), they may start to unlock level 2 badges. They may continue to progress up these levels doing so. Basically this turns Hellison’s levels into a game: the children think they are just unlocking badges and levelling up, but they’re actually allowing me to track their behaviour and progress in the class.
To be honest, the Responsibility Badges are a work in progress. I created a Google Doc to be used as a common brainstorming document (you can find the doc here) and a few #PEGeeks have already started adding to it.
I have also created a Responsibility Badges division in our Resources section and have started uploading Badges and support documents there.
Hopefully, and with your help, we’ll be able to turn this system into something teachers want to use and something that students love.
So what do you think? Is this something you would consider using? Are there modifications you would make to the system? I would love some feedback on this, so please leave and idea/opinion/thought in the comments below.
Thanks for reading!
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Tracy injured himself last Saturday against the Braves in Atlanta. With a runner on second and the game tied at 4, Tracy hit Kris Medlen's 1-0 pitch into the gap in left-center field for a double, scoring Ian Desmond. It was Tracy's Major League-leading ninth pinch-hit RBI of the season. But Tracy came up hobbling while running to second base.
"I never felt anything like that. I had a feeling it was pretty bad," Tracy said.
Tracy was having a great year off the bench, going 8-for-18 (.444) with a home run and the nine RBIs. Tracy said he was having a good year because he felt comfortable being a member of the Nationals.
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Today marks the additional four months and four days women must work to make the equivalent salaries that male counterparts earned last year. Add more time if you're a woman of color, a trans woman, or a trans woman of color. On April 4, as a part of the Lean In organization's 20 Percent Counts campaign, two Seattle boutiques are offering 20 percent discounts to highlight the unfair gender wage gap. Why 20 percent? As you've likely surmised by now, women make 20 percent less than men. Again, you're paid even less over the course of your career if you're a woman of color, a trans woman, or a trans woman of color.
So, it makes total sense that two independent, women-owned shops are championing this cause today.
Visal Sam opened up her dress shop, Visette Boutique, in January of last year. Since then, she's stocked her Capitol Hill store with dresses from fashion powerhouses France and Italy as well as smaller studios in places like Turkey, Portugal, Singapore, and Hong Kong. Sam ensures emerging, local designers are showcased alongside the international dressmakers. Having just debuted a new assortment of women's wear for spring, there's plenty of items to apply this one-day-only 20 percent off discount.
Meanwhile in Belltown, Natalia Wittke, owner of Sell Your Sole, is also marking Equal Pay Day. Her luxury consignment boutique has long been a hub of designer clothing and accessories. Wittke and her team plunder some of the most exquisite closets in Seattle, scoring pieces from Chloe, Alexander McQueen, Dries Van Noten, Jason Wu, Chanel, and more. While prices are already comparatively low considering the designer origins, 20 percent off here means a pair of Celine slingback wedges are only a little bit of a splurge.
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Knives, axes, crossbows, guns. These are the wonderful toys with which our "Walking Dead" heroes kill their undead oppressors. But season three of the AMC survival horror series introduces a new zombie-killing utensil: the katana, wielded by the mysterious warrior woman Michonne.
Danai Gurira makes her debut as the sword-wielding walker-slayer in season three, but she got an early taste of "Walking Dead" fandom at Comic-Con this year. MTV News spoke with Gurira and other cast members about Michonne and what she brings to the "Walking Dead" universe, other than a few feet of badass steel.
"I've always gravitated towards dire stories," she said. "So this is kind of thrilling to be a part of, because I really haven't seen any story told this viscerally and palpably as 'The Walking Dead.' To be able to step into it, it's thrilling."
Gurira has some sword training as an actress already, but not with a katana. The Japanese weapon is "a whole other thing" than what she's used to, she said.
"It was really kind of amazing to step in trying to learn it," she said. "And it's an ongoing process, but it's really kind of how [Michonne] interprets that weapon, and that's kind of been really, really enjoyable to do. And intense and challenging physically, but in the best ways."
She's not the only one having fun with the katana, either. Greg Nicotero, the man responsible for creating the show's memorable members of the undead, is having a ball figuring out how Michonne's sword can be applied to zombie-killing.
"The thing you have to understand about where the show is now is that they have to save their ammunition. So there's a lot more intimate, hand-to-hand combat then there was in [season two]," he said. "I think having the ability to have Michonne be able to dispatch multiple walkers in a couple moves is exciting."
What do you think of Michonne joining the "Walking Dead" cast? Tell us in the comments section below or hit us up on Twitter with your thoughts!
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- Development & Aid
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Luis Felipe López-Calva is UN Assistant Secretary-General and UNDP Regional Director for Latin America and the Caribbean
UNITED NATIONS, Jul 26 2019 (IPS) - Gender inequality is about power asymmetries. In the late 1970s, Robert Putnam reflected on the status of women in policy decisions in his comparative study on political elites. Quoting Elizabeth Vallance, he concluded that, “where power is, women aren’t.”.
The challenge for achieving gender equity by rebalancing power has to be addressed in different spheres: the household, the market, and society at large.At the household-level, for example, women’s ability to make decisions about resource allocation or family planning are critical dimensions of empowerment; in the market, women’s access to economic opportunities, career advancement, and fair wages are of fundamental concern; at a society level, the main focus of this #GraphforThought, women’s capacity to influence decision-making is paramount to progress in terms of equity.
Fortunately, over the past several decades the face of politics has changed in many Latin American and Caribbean countries. Not only have women been elected to the highest office many times in Latin America and the Caribbean since 1990—but women representation is also expanding across multiple policy arenas from the national to the local level.
As shown in Graph 1, from (circa) 1997 to (circa) 2019 the share of women in important policy arenas, such as parliament, ministerial cabinet, and the supreme court, has nearly tripled.
However, as the graph shows—despite progress on average in LAC (the solid line) we are still well below parity level (the dotted horizontal line) and heterogeneity across countries within LAC remain substantial (by the individual country dots).
Moreover, it is important to note that while women’s representation overall has been increasing, minority women such as Afro-descendants and indigenous women remain systematically excluded from the policy arena.
Graph 2 shows that only fifteen countries in LAC achieved “gender parity” at some point in time in at least one policy arena in the past two decades. For example, two countries in LAC (Nicaragua and Grenada) have had gender parity in the Ministerial Cabinet; two countries (Suriname and Cuba) have had gender parity in the National Parliament; while only Dominica has had gender parity in terms of Local Mayors over the past two decades.
Why does it matter to have women in political leadership? Support of women’s leadership has a normative value in itself and should be a guiding principle in our societies. However, it also has instrumental value by helping to make the system more responsive to women’s demands and aspirations.
Evidence suggests that enhancing women’s representation in the policy arena can help to bring a gender-lens to policy—for example in issue areas such as travel mobility, starting a job, equal pay, marriage and divorce, parental leave, running a business, asset management and inheritance, and pensions.
For example, research on Brazil finds that women’s representation in municipal government leads to the adoption of more “women-friendly” policies in areas such as domestic violence and childcare.
Given the importance of women’s representation in the policy arena both intrinsically and instrumentally—what can be done to accelerate its progress?
Gender quotas (laws stipulating a required share or number of women in political positions) are an increasingly common solution, and perhaps one of the main drivers of why political representation has increased.
However, even where quotas exist, informal norms may clash with formal legal structures—leading to situations in which quotas remain unimplemented or strategically circumvented.
For example, in our region, we saw this in the case of the “Juanitas” and, more recently, the “Manuelitas” in Mexico, where women ran for office on the ballot in compliance with gender quotas—only to later renounce their position and cede it to a man. Cases such as this reveal the deeply entrenched discriminatory norms and beliefs still held by so many about women’s ability to lead.
Moreover, according to the World Values Survey, on average in Latin America, 23% of people still believe that “men make better politicians than women” reflective of the region’s historical machista culture.
While women continue to face both formal and informal barriers to entering the policy arena in Latin America and the Caribbean—the region represents a positive example of change in many ways.
Not only has the share of women in politics increased, but it has coincided with the improvement of more gender-equitable development outcomes (such as women’s attainment of higher education) as well as more gender-equitable rules of the game (such as gender quota laws).
These achievements have in turn respectively helped to redistribute greater de facto and de jure power to women, which further strengthens their voice in the policy arena and subsequently their ability to make the system more responsive to women’s demands and aspirations.
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Commission to present bail-out fund contributions
How the Commission calculates contributions to the eurozone bail-out fund is controversial as it could lead to banks from some member states paying much more than similar-sized banks in other member states.
by Nicholas Hirst on 19.07.2014 / 10:00 CET
The European Commission will appear before MEPs on Tuesday (22 July) to explain how it intends to calculate the contributions of individual banks, such as Deutsche Bank, BNP Paribas or BVBA, to a €55 billion eurozone bank bail-out fund that will be responsible for future bank rescues.
Michel Barnier, the European commissioner for internal market and services, told European Union finance ministers on 8 July that the Commission would take two main factors into account: the size of a bank’s balance sheet and the riskiness of the assets it holds. Yet much will turn on how the Commission balances these two aspects.
But Green MEPs have already voiced concern that the Commission is reducing the costs of the system for “casino banks”, by giving too much importance in its calculations to the size of a bank’s balance sheet and not enough to the riskiness of its assets. This would increase the contributions to be made by less risky institutions such as building societies and credit unions.
Sven Giegold, a German Green MEP, told European Voice that the Commission had given into pressure from the Italian, Dutch and French governments. “These countries are defending the interests of certain [riskier] banks” over those of borrowing banks, he said.
The Commission’s methodology for calculating the contributions will be adopted as delegated acts, implementing an agreement on banking union struck earlier this year.
MEPs, many of whom vocally criticised the fund as too small and its decision-making as too politicised, have said that they will carefully monitor that the delegated acts respect that agreement.
The Commission will present its final proposal in September. It is also expected to propose a reduced contribution for smaller banks that are unlikely to pose a systemic risk to the banking system.
MEPs do not have the power to amend the proposal, though they can reject it.
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||Year End 2004|
Interview: The King of Comedy
Unions: Ten Simple Rules
Politics: Rampant Indivdualism
International: Global Struggle
Economics: Cashing in the Year
History: Grass Roots
Review: Cultural Realities
The Locker Room
Beyond The Law
Security Crisis at Sydney Airport
The Price Of Tea In China
Cry For Me, Argentina
Ho Bloody Ho
Right Is Wrong
Business As Usual
All In The Family
Swing Left Wishful Thinking
Labor Council of NSW
From the perspective of the international labour movement, probably the single most important event in 2004 was the re-election of that rotten, anti-union government -- and I'm not referring to the Australian election either.
For American unions, it began as a year of hope. Unions jumped into the election campaigns earlier than ever before, choosing to throw their weight behind the candidacies of Richard Gephardt (who represented the traditional, pro-labour wing of the Democratic Party ) and Howard Dean, whose outspoken opposition to the Iraq war radicalized and energized many among the Democrats. Both candidates were swiftly out of the race, defeated early in the primary season, and this was already a bad omen for the unions. Nevertheless, they rallied around the Kerry-Edwards campaign, convinced that victory was within their grasp and that the most right-wing government in US history was coming to an end.
November was a bitter disappointment for them. Not only was Bush elected, but he was elected with a majority of the popular vote, and with gains for the Republicans in the Senate. As a result of this historic defeat, American unions are engaged in some serious soul-searching for the first time in memory, and 2005 promises to be an interesting year indeed.
I won't dwell on Labor's defeat in Australia -- I leave that to other contributors to Workers Online.
The most important country in the world for the labour movement these days has got to be China. For many years now China has been the world's largest country, but that was a meaningless statistic. Hundreds of millions of Chinese peasants were not part of the global economy. But all that has changed; China is rapidly becoming the world's largest economy. It already has the world's largest working class. It will soon have the world's largest number of Internet users.
That modernization is taking place against the background of the super-exploitation of all those ex-peasants. Though many have prospered in the last two decades from China's turn away from traditional Stalinist economics, poverty and inequality have gotten much worse. One result has been widespread labour unrest in the country that was particularly notable in 2004. Though no nation-wide independent trade union like Poland's Solidarity has emerged -- yet -- there are rumblings throughout the country. These are documented day in and day out in the pages of the China Labour Bulletin, which is available on the web.
China does have a trade union movement -- on paper. The All China Federation of Trade Unions claims to be the world's largest union, but it does little for its members. Nevertheless, due to a quirk in Chinese law, the ACFTU now seems destined to play a role that no one expected it to play. The world's largest employer, Wal-Mart, which has become a symbol of virulent hostility toward unions (not allowing a single one of its one million employees to enjoy union representation), is starting to do business in China. When informed that under Chinese law, it would have to recognize the unions (even if these are the docile, management-friendly unions of the ACFTU), it initially balked, and then relented. It seems that the first Wal-Mart workers in the world to enjoy union representation may yet turn out to be in China -- a country which is not normally seen as being particularly union-friendly.
The importance of any challenge to Wal-Mart cannot be overstated. In the US, following the November election defeat, union leaders debating the next steps for the American trade unions have often considered targeting Wal-Mart and dedicating tens of millions of dollars to what would be one of the largest and most difficult organizing drives in history.
It is not only formerly-Stalinist countries like China, now undergoing market reforms, that offer new opportunities for independent and democratic trade unionism. The war in Iraq, whatever one thought of it, did bring down a viciously anti-democratic and anti-union government in Baghdad. Within days of the fall of the Saddam regime in 2003, underground trade unionists came out in the open and began organizing what became the Iraqi Federation of Trade Unions (IFTU). This year, those unions have held their first congresses and consolidated into twelve national bodies. One of their groups elected a woman as president for the first time in Iraqi history.
Those unions today operate under tremendous pressure. On the one hand, the occupying forces have little sympathy for the emerging trade union movement. In December 2003, US forces raided the headquarters of the IFTU in Baghdad, shutting it down for many months. Meanwhile, the so-called resistance now routinely targets trade unionists for assassination. But Iraqi trade unionists are hopeful that following elections in 2005, a labour code will be adopted that will give unions the freedom to organize for the first time in more than a generation.
Of course the most dangerous country in the world today to be a trade unionist remains Colombia. This is something which does not change from year to year. In June 2004, the International Confederation of Free Trade Unions (ICFTU) issued its annual report on violations of trade union rights around the world. Colombia topped the list with 90 trade unionists having been murdered in 2003. In a chilling development, the ICFTU noted that more and more of those killed are women, as women become increasingly active in the unions.
That report singled out Asia as place for concern. The ICFTU counted some 300,000 workers in the region who lost their jobs due to union activity, mainly for going on strike. Several countries were singled out for criticism. South Korea, for example, saw 1,900 arrests of trade unionists. Burma continued to be a ruthlessly repressive society with a complete ban on unions and any form of political dissent.
The difficulties faced by trade unionists in Asia were underscored in November 2004 when news came out of a massacre of striking sugar workers in the Philippines. That massacre prompted worldwide condemnation, including an online campaign coordinated by LabourStart.
It was a year that saw some hopes dashed, and lives ruined as employers and governments in many countries continued to deny workers their basic human right to join a union. Nevertheless, there was hope -- particularly in the places where in the recent past, unions were severely repressed, such as Iraq and China.
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You may not get to take a tropical vacation this year, but you can bring the tropics inside your home.
MU Extension says with the right light and temperature, it is possible to keep tropical patio plants indoors for another summer of enjoyment.
Not all plants should be overwintered. If indoor space is limited or available light is poor, the easiest solution is to let large plants freeze. Start over with younger, smaller plants the following spring.
Young plants are still actively growing and likely will make an impact quicker in the landscape than older plants that overwintered in less-than-ideal conditions.
If you opt to overwinter tropical plants, carefully inspect them for insects before moving them indoors. Mites- common pests of outdoor plants- thrive indoors and are hard to see because of their size.
Use a hand lens to check for pale or stippled leaves. Wash plants thoroughly with a mild detergent or spray with a pesticide labeled for use on mites indoors.
Tropical plants suited for moving inside include hibiscus, bougainvillea, mandevilla, banana, palms and citrus.
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Next month AGRIFLOR will be opening its doors in Quito, Ecuador for the 17th time since 1992, when Ecuadorian growers could exhibit for the first time in a trade show in their own country. This year it feels like a “déjà vu”, since a large number of Ecuadorian flower growers are going to exhibit again for the first time.
Over 75 producers that already grow flowers since a long time but have never exhibited before, are now taking the step to do so, many of them looking to start doing direct business with international flower buyers of their Ecuadorian grown flowers.
“A unique and amazing result to have ‘found’ so many flower growers in Ecuador that never participated before in an exhibition”, says organizer Dick van Raamsdonk of AGRIFLOR, a flower trade show that van Raamsdonk set up 27 years ago and which contributes to the strong position that the Ecuadorian flower industry is holding today in the international flower trade.
“It is like starting all over again, but then in a high gear”, he said. Within one year HPP managed to do a full remake of the exhibition, by searching existing but non exporting flower growers that never exhibited before, but very eager to start doing that now. It will be the highlight for international flower buyers in this year’s edition of AGRIFLOR to source flowers from new exhibiting growers. It is like “tapping wine from a new barrel”. Although also traditional existing exporting growers will exhibit as always, the majority of the exhibiting growers this year will be “first timers”.
The +/- 75 exhibiting growers, out of a total number of 135+ exhibitors, will display their best varieties in the downtown located El Centro Exposiciones de Quito and are excited to meet with the international buyers that they have always heard about but never met. The main goal of this year’s AGRIFLOR is to promote more exports by more growers leading to more production.
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D'Agostino, Levine, Landesman & Lederman, LLP is one of New York City's preeminent boutique real estate and business law firms. Our firm strives to combine the sophistication and quality of a major law firm with the cost-effectiveness and collegial environment of a small partnership. Our attorneys are experienced advocates who are committed to fully understanding the business and legal aspects of each matter we handle. We take pride in the quality of our work and our relationships with our clients. We measure our success by the success of our clients.
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Adidas Predator LZ TRX FG upper features five zones for precision passing, receiving, first touch, striking area and dribble pads. You'll experience ball control like never before. Plus the materials of the hybrid L-S upper combine the best features of leather and synthetic. With a nubuck-touch heel lining, you'll see improved shock absorption. Pre-molded EVA sock-liners offer additional slip resistance. A newly configured TRAXION 2.0 stud configuration maximizes the speed of your first step, giving you instant acceleration. The FIVE Lethal Predator Zones deliver control for dribbling, first touch, the sweet spot, driving and passing: 1 - The dribble zone is designed for quick contact with the ball and close control. 2 - The large first touch zone has recessed ribs to cushion impact and stop the ball. It's a vacuum effect for instant control. 3 - On the sweet spot zone 3D ribs ensure longer contact with the ball to generate speed and spin. 4 - The drive zone has a raised and thicker 3D shape .
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WINNIPEG,(MarketsFarm) – Farm Credit Canada (FCC) believes there are three major factors that will disrupt Canadian agriculture in 2020, according to a prepared statement from the federal agency. Those disruptors are climate change, protectionism and automation, which FCC Chief Agricultural Economist J.P. Gervais said could promote or inhibit growth in the industry.
“We call them disruptors for the simple fact that these trends could significantly change the way Canadian farm operations, agri-businesses and food processors do business at home and around the world. The test is how they will adapt to take advantage of the opportunities or mitigate the challenges that come with each of these trends,” Gervais commented in the prepared statement.
He noted that Canada has been warming at twice the rate as the rest of the world, which already has brought changes to the country’s growing season. That includes warmer weather generating more rain during planting and harvest periods along with greater potential for floods and droughts.
“As we’ve witnessed in recent years, weather disruptions can lead to production losses across major agriculture producing regions, and this has serious and rippling repercussions for Canadian agriculture and food sectors,” Gervais said.
Meanwhile, trade protectionism has generated volatility in the markets, which highlights the importance of having trade agreements with other countries the chief agricultural economist stressed.
“Our trade agreements help buffer Canada from some of the negative impact that growing protectionism is having on the world economy. When tariffs are imposed or borders close for any number of reasons, having a broader range of export markets allows Canadian exports to be re-allocated, rather than simply reduced,” Gervais said.
As for automation, the FCC noted such can help solve labour shortages, reduce costs and increase efficiencies. Combined with low interest rates, this helps drive investments into developing new technologies.
“Canadian farm operations have been a bit more cautious about making new investments, given the recent decline in net income. But they also know that market conditions will eventually improve and that innovation is a long-term investment that eventually pays off,” Gervais commented.
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Emacs should be pay what you want. When you download the software (and manual) from the gnu.org, there should be an option to pay what you want. People can still pay $0, but gnu will actually make some money to support Emacs' development.
I actually suggested this to RMS a year or two ago. His response was,
"That sounds like a good idea. Why don't you do it?"
First off, RMS is awesome. Secondly, it sounds like RMS is ok with this happening. I do not have the technical expertise to do this, but maybe someone else can. This person could potentially contract out the work from GNU. You could say that you will make Emacs pay what you want, but you will collect 50% of the funds generated for the first 2 months, or something like that.
What do ya'll think?
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Approximate running time: 1 hour and 30 minutes
2300 Lonsdale Avenue
North Vancouver BC V7M 3L1
STEVEN PAGE Friday Match 9, 2012 at 7:30 pm
Best known as the long time front man for the Bare Naked Ladies, Steven Page has embarked on a new creative journey with his solo career. Arguably one of the most talented singer/songwriters of the past two decades, Page has emerged with a decidedly upbeat, energetic and catchy pop sound of his own.
Single Tickets: Adults $30 Students/Seniors: $27 (includes HST and ticket surcharges)
Mix and Match with a Flexpass!
Purchase tickets to 3 Evening Shows and get 20% off Purchase tickets to 4 or more Evening Shows and get 25% off
For Flexpasses and other information please contact the Box Office directly at 604-984-4484.
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“As cities and counties across the country pursue new law enforcement technologies, EFF is on a mission to use transparency as a counterbalance to mass surveillance,” write Jeremy Gillula and Dave Maass of the Electronic Frontier Foundation in a recent blog post that accompanies the organization’s release of a new trove of information related to the use of ALPR.
[jump] Last year, EFF submitted a Public Records Act request to the Oakland Police Department to obtain the agency’s raw ALPR data collected over an eight day period. Oakland, unlike other cities that deploy ALPR, released the records. EFF’s researchers crunched the numbers and made some interesting maps which you can view on their web site.
A few things that jump out: In eight days the Oakland police, using their ALPR cameras, spotted and identified more than 48,000 vehicles, some of them multiple times. The technology appears to be working with high accuracy. Only 150 scans of plates, less than 1 percent, produced an obviously false ID.
EFF’s maps illustrating where OPD most frequently deploys their mobile ALPR cameras also reveals that the department is saturating Oakland’s flatlands with this surveillance tool, while leaving wealthier residential areas in the hills alone. “The data indicates lower-income neighborhoods are disproportionately captured by ALPR patrols, with police vehicles creating a grid of license plates in the city’s poorest neighborhoods,” write Gillula and Maass after matching their maps against US Census demographic information.
The Oakland Police Department’s release of ALPR data is an unusual sign of transparency among law enforcement agencies that use this surveillance technology. In May 2013, EFF and the ACLU filed a lawsuit against the Los Angeles Police Department and Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department over the agencies’ refusal to provide similar records related to their use of ALPR.
For more information on how the San Leandro police use ALPR, and the debate around privacy and civil liberties, check out this story by Express contributor Ali Winston.
Also be sure to check out journalist Cyrus Farivar’s investigation into how OPD tracked his vehicle using ALPR.
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The actress takes her father Suman Aggarwal every time for every aspect. Be it even a shop opening or store launch or an award show, you can see her father's presence near her every time. Even during her shooting in Bellamkonda's movie, he was seen at the spot.
While some call it unprofessional, Kajal is not ready to give up. At the same time, she throws the additional expenses on the organizers itself. So they need to bear twice the expenses for her and her father. Some people are just tightlipped despite they don't like it from the actress!
Nani to join Sudheer! Natural star Nani after the disastrous results of his dual role entertainer Krishnarjuna Yudhdham and the multistarrer movie Devdas had been down but not out as he was busy with his next movie commitments like Jersey and few more movies.
- Dil raju clever plan for Mahesh!
- Wooo... Look whom Younger Akkineni has got...
- Chitralahari First Week Collections
- Will Chay bag the big movie?
- Vijay Sethupathi completes what he desired for a long time
- So, the rumours about Nagarjuna and Rakul Preet is 'TRUE' ?? Director Clarifies
- Kalyani officially bags!
- What is cooking between Rana and Kajal ?? Check this Out...
- Priya Anand back on track
- 'ARJUN REDDY' gets a New Name
- Veteran Actor cum Producer's Daughter enters films - Does 'Sultry' and 'Sexy' roles
- Anjali doesn't want to work with her Ex-Boyfriend even though he is a Superhero!
- A Tamil Beauty for 'Natural Star'
- Shooting Resumed - But Rakul Preet puts Space flick on hold
- Oops! Kajal Aggarwal Photoshoot gone wrong - Deleted Photo now shared Virally on the Internet - PHOTO INSIDE
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One of the best kept secrets of SAP Business ByDesign is its built-in campaign management and execution. With this you can not only execute directly in the system multi-language and personalized mailings but also create leads and track the finally created sales volume.
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With the ByD marketing work center marketing experts can centrally manage all key marketing activities from competitive insights to campaign execution:
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- Built-in campaign management with response tracking
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- Design responsive mail template in any third party design tool (e.g. Dreamweaver)
- Add personalization attribute placeholders (e.g. Name, Unsubscribe link) and translate it to the target languages
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- Send test message with test data
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- Target group wizard for adding accounts, contacts & target groups which have at least one search parameter in common
- Manually add accounts & contacts that do not match the search parameters
- Target Groups can be merged, intersected or subtracted from other target groups or lists of accounts and contacts.
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- Create leads with our without account & product assignment
- Improve conversion rate by embedded lead success report
Marketing analytics – analyze & drive marketing success
- Visibility & control of Key Figures such as number of members, responders, response rate, number of leads, opportunities, quotes, orders…
- Free selection of characteristics like account or contact country, language etc.
- Display with various chart types including table view
- Enhanced insight through interactive drill-down capabilities
- Standard Reports: Campaign Analysis Number of Leads, Lead Funnel (Managing My Area), Target Group Analysis.
Campaign response creation
Responses to campaigns can be created either in ByDesign, by CSV upload or automatically using the various web services (e.g. Lead, Sales Order etc.)
- Manual response creation from the campaign
- Bulk creation of responses from the campaign
- By directly assigning the campaign to the response (e.g. lead, opportunity, sales order etc.)
- By Excel upload or web service integration (e.g. activity, lead, sales order for webshop, social media, marketing automation)
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April 26, 2013
This article was originally printed in Numismatic News.
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It’s time for Lady Liberty to once again take center stage on United States circulating coinage.
That’s the feeling of the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee as it proposes new designs for the dime, quarter and half dollar.
“For the past 66 years, Liberty has not been on our circulation coinage despite the fact that numerous times those in the numismatic world have called for her return,” said Gary Marks, CCAC chairman.
“But there is a reason she has not come back. It has been the direction of proposals in the past that to return Liberty you have to retire Presidential images. And those Presidential honorees on our coinage all have constituencies that prevent any type of Liberty program from getting any traction.”
And does anyone really want to take Washington off the quarter? he asked.
“This proposal is unique because it calls for co-circulation and production of Presidential and Liberty images,” he said.
It calls for a Liberty dime to be introduced in 2015 along with the Roosevelt dime. The Liberty dime would be produced only for one year.
In 2016, a Liberty quarter would be introduced for one year only, along with the Washington quarter.
Then, in 2017, a Liberty dime with a new design would circulate alongside the Roosevelt dime. And in 2018 a Liberty quarter featuring another new design would circulate for one year along with the Washington quarter.
And so on. Dimes and quarters with new Liberty designs would be introduced in alternating years for perpetuity.
“We want to give our generations an opportunity to artistically express the images of Liberty in the context of today,” Marks said of the reasons behind the changing Liberty designs.
The Liberty half dollar would be part of a numismatic program, Marks said, and would be produced alongside the Kennedy half dollar.
“Because it’s a numismatic product and collectors like series, we envision each new Liberty half dollar design existing for a 10-year period,” he said.
The 2015 new Liberty half dollar would continue for 10 years, and then a new Liberty half dollar design would be introduced and produced for 10 years and so on.”
“What we like about this is that it gives artists a chance to produce modern images of Liberty on a larger coin,” Marks said.
The reverse designs on all of the Liberty coins would be emblematic of American values such as freedom, independence, equality, democracy and justice, he said.
The American Liberty Commemorative Coinage Program, as it is called, would have to receive congressional approval before it could be implemented.
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Ruby’s first big adventure – her journey to the outside world! This was something I knew was very important for the three of us, I wanted to be well prepared, like I do with most things in life if i’m honest. We see so many scary births and horror stories portrayed through the media – when in truth it is a sacred event. A totally life changing experience that can be approached in a number of ways, many of which I had never considered until I was pregnant.
To begin, I would like to acknowledge that every birth journey is different and valid – there is no right or wrong way to bring new life into this world, all stories of birth are unique and equal. It is a very personal topic and I am in no way an expert, I solely seek to share my experience of HypnoBirthing and home birth with you all, in the hope that it may inspire a new way of thinking about child birth. It has taken me some time to write this post, now almost three and a half years since Ruby was born, I am finally doing it. Since sharing my last piece with you all, on Mother’s Day, we have seen a nationwide lockdown amidst a worldwide pandemic and although the extra time we have spent together has been lovely, it didn’t leave much mental space for creativity. On top of that, having already lost my Mum to cancer in January, Ruby lost another grandparent during lockdown – my kind, loving and honest father-in-law, Alan, otherwise known as ‘Gramps’. Sadly, more bereavements were to follow for us this year and dealing with grief on a day to day basis has been a necessary priority.
Time is the master and honestly, now feels like the perfect time to be writing this. The COVID-19 lockdown has seen home birth rates rise dramatically in recent months, especially among first time mums. Birth has been completely changed by the pandemic and concerns about the virus have inspired more women to give birth in the comfort of their own homes – with their partners by their side. Changes to the rules mean that partners cannot attend scans to see the first images of their unborn offspring, nor hear their heartbeat for the first time as they hold their partners hand in loving support. Not only are fathers missing out on this whole process, but mothers are having to go through it all alone. This has sparked campaigners to call out the government in the recent ‘#butnotmaternity’ campaign which supports women in their pursuit to call out the government rules on maternity care, which still state birthing partners are not allowed until the final stages.
We have been persuaded for centuries to fear childbirth, when in fact, it can be a peaceful experience for both mother and child. This is what I wanted for Ruby, for her to enter the world awake and alert, naturally. Having spent our pregnancy being extremely careful about what I put into my body – and my baby – I didn’t want to change that during labour. I knew I had some work to do in order to prepare for this and so on the advice of a friend, we contacted a local HypnoBirthing practitioner, Glenys Underwood – who I can’t recommend enough. She empowered me and armed me with the knowledge and confidence I didn’t realise I was lacking. Before meeting Glenys, I would never have considered a home birth and it wasn’t a decision I took lightly.
I remember being told by a friend, “people like you put pressure on the system wanting to do things differently like that”, as if it was somehow dangerous and a burden to others to do something so perfectly natural. I’m sure he didn’t mean it how it sounded but in reality he couldn’t have been further from the truth. Home birth is a way of trusting your body and allowing your feminine instinct to show you the way. It was my birth he was referring to, nobody else’s – birth belongs to the mother, she is nature’s expert and I wanted to enter into it with my preferences a priority, not an afterthought. Thanks to Glenys, I trusted in the female body’s natural ability to give birth. I was able to understand how to use breathing techniques to aid a natural birth, eliminating fear which has been linked to pain in childbirth. Breathwork works! Instead of feeling scared, I felt excited.
During our HypnoBirthing sessions I learnt a lot about how stress affects our whole body and our baby. It was especially interesting to learn about how the parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous systems affect us, or more widely known as the ‘fight or flight’ response. As soon as a mother arrives in a hospital, her body goes into ‘fight or flight’ mode triggered by fear – this is so bad for our physiology. Learning about the physiology of my body and how it can impact on birth was very empowering. Even the position women typically use to birth is counterproductive and only good from the doctors point of view. I knew if I ended up in hospital then I wouldn’t get the birth I wanted. Hospitals just aren’t designed for natural, physiological, mother centred births. I didn’t want the stress of a hospital environment, or for my choices to be influenced. Whilst I acknowledge that in some situations hospitals are life saving and there is a definite need for them in high risk births, I wanted to stay relaxed in my own surroundings and for Ruby to take her naturally intended journey. Towards the end of labour I did feel some pain but I remember that whole day, the whole process. It was sunny so I was in the garden a lot. I chose my positions, my music, even my snacks! I remember Alex making the best sandwiches. To have Ruby that way, in our living room was a privilege and I am so grateful. I look back and know I made the right decision for us.
Alongside our sessions with Glenys, I read Marie Mongan’s book, ‘HypnoBirthing – The breakthrough approach to safer, easier, comfortable birthing.’ I was shocked to learn more about how women’s rights to a peaceful birth had been stripped away when midwifery was abolished in Europe at the end of the second century. New government, influenced by the church, brought with it contempt for all things related to the worship of nature. Birthing ceremonies were made illegal and land marks were destroyed. Healers, doulas and midwives were living symbols of the connection of women to nature and were punished by death, which was usually in the form of a public burning. Doctors were forbidden to assist and those that were deemed to have conceived babies in sin were totally isolated during birth, many women were left to die. Only the goat gelder could assist in the event of a complication, cutting the baby from the mother and leaving her to die. In Germany, one church leader was quoted to have said, “….if a woman suffers and dies in childbirth, so be it. That is what she is there for.” Even by the 15th century, as things were improving, the poorer women would be shown no mercy. The pain of child birth was sometimes referred to as ‘the pain of Eve’ and thought of as a punishment. Later, during the 19th century, under Queen Victoria’s rule, she insisted women be given anaesthesia for births. The use of anaesthetics became routine for doctors with the obstetrical goal of “getting the baby out” and upper class mothers began to birth in hospitals while the lower class remained at home being cared for by midwives. The surgical procedures performed by doctors were largely responsible for high mortality rates during childbirth as well as the spread of Puerperal Fever.
My midwife had previously suggested a home birth but I suppose I’d been conditioned to believe that was a wacky idea – not for me! The truth is our bodies are made to birth but throughout history, medical professionals have been instilling fear and doubt into women. This over medicalisation of birth often does more harm than good in the birthing process, with total respect for the profession, doctors and surgeons are not trained in the same way as midwives. They are trained to medicalise and look for problems, which in turn creates stress for the mother and baby. Stress then slows things down. A slower labour causes more concern and so the cycle continues. It’s about speeding up the process in hospital to get bed space but the paradox is, women that are relaxed in natural birth often have shorter labours.
On reflection and with the benefit of hindsight there are a few things I would have done differently and although I don’t agree with regrets, I think it is important to pass on lessons learnt from experience. I would have looked into having a doula to help ensure my choices were respected fully. I let the midwives become more involved than I would have liked – constantly measuring me and then taking Ruby away to rub her cheeks and make her cry. She was born in such a calm way that she wasn’t crying, she was intrigued by the world, she wasn’t distressed, medical professionals are worried by that and will prompt a cry if there isn’t one. I feel a doula would have made me feel more comfortable and helped me say no when I was feeling vulnerable. My last and biggest ‘regret’ is that I didn’t have any photos during or immediately after the birth as I was too insecure. The first photo of Ruby was taken over an hour after she was born. At the time it seemed weird to want a photo of us, I felt so exhausted and honestly, it felt like the last thing I wanted to do – even as a photographer! All things considered, the on duty midwives were caring, helpful and over all – they were wonderful. They were doing their job and they did it with love. I birthed the placenta naturally and Alex cut the cord but not until the time was right and there was no more blood pumping through, as we had requested. After all the initial checks were done, the midwives left and we were alone – in the comfort of our own living room – with our beautiful daughter for the first time, which was scary and exciting in equal measures. If you are a low risk pregnancy I think it is a lovely way to birth your baby and certainly something to be considered. It felt for me, like the way it is meant to be. Of course things can change and may not go to plan but just be prepared, enter into it with an open heart and mind and have a hospital bag ready, just in case. Speak to a local professional or your midwife if home birth is something your family is considering.
Now, almost three and a half years on, as we plan to move house next year, I’ve realised that there will always be something in the way of writing these blog posts and I’m feeling pleased that I have taken the time to sit down and do this one. It’s been such an emotional year. There have been so many lessons in detachment for us and after losing loved ones, moving house should be one of the easier lessons. The emotional attachment to this house still feels very real – we even have the best neighbours! We are moving because as with everything else in life – priorities evolve. I’ve gone through some of my biggest transformations here, Riches to Stark, wife to mother, mother to motherless (in the physical sense at least). We could never have envisioned how our lives would change as a family but with the prospect of home schooling next year and the yearning to be in a greener space – closer to nature – we approach the dawn of another new beginning. We prepare to leave this house and I am grateful to be able to share our story of how two became three here. I birthed a baby and a mother was born, all within these four walls, brimming with love.
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From: Blaze0fGlory | Posted: 2/10/2013 8:36:25 AM | #009
I can't be the only one who leaves a lobby when 10+ people out of 18 vote for Ragnarok the moment it pops up. I don't know what it is about the map, but I haven't been fond of it since it debuted in Halo 3. Anyone else feel the same way?
I've played that map thousands of times and I could play it millions more. That map is perfection. --- What do I look like, Mr Frank-****-For-Free? No Doe, Hoe? You can't **** with me Thizz iz what it iz -- GT - Spidux
I really don't have any problems with the maps, what I do hate is playing the same map 3 or more times in a row regardless if our team is always winning. --- ---"One does never fail, but succeed in finding a solution that does not arrive at the desired result"---
Ragnarok should just be put in a 24/7 playlist and removed from everything else. That way, people can still play on Ragnarok the whole time like they do already, and people who don't like playing on Ragnarok all the time can actually play on other maps. Same goes for Exile.
Ragnorok would be great without the mantis. It is literally the cause of all the maps problems.
It's powerful, but not very durable, so both teams just sit their mantis somewhere where it is almost completely safe. Ragnarok is THE big vehicle map, but you can't use any vehicle as long as the enemy mantis is alive, and since no vehicle except for the mantis can contest it it just stays alive the entire game camping it's own side of the map and completely killing any chance to do anything but sit behind rocks and try not to get sniped because the rifles have a huge ordinance priority on that map.
I loathed Ragnarok in Halo3 but i really enjoy it in this game. Go figure. The Mantis can be a pain but i generaly avoid it if im on foot / Ghost. Or target it if im Banshee / Mantis. Once its out of commission, the maps good fun --- Xbox Live: holyfedaykin
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With the increasing economy, companies are now finding ways where they can continue and try to save or reduce the expenses. One way is by going ahead and recruiting on contracts. Temporary Staffing or Contract Staffing is a process where organizations hire professionals based on the requirements, for a particular time period.
This way of employment is cost effective as this way, you simply hire if it is required. Here you will get to know different aspects of this type of staffing service. When you are hiring a professional, you have to make sure that a proper assessment and screening is done of the individual or people who could be working for you. You can find the best in the field to work for you for a certain amount of time. You can even hire a company to focus on the work or project.
Benefits of Temporary Staffing
Based on various factors, there is a constant demand of people needed for the job. Due to this there is a bridge that needs to fill the gap. This form of employment helps to fill this gap as well as get the work done on time. It is also helpful as people who work on contract basis are willing to take up work for a specific time when it is needed.
This type of work helps a company to cut costs as they are hiring people only for a certain period of time as well as only when it is required. It will help the company to reduce other expenses that are incurred when they hiring people to work for them continuously. Additionally, it saves the company from the time and energy that goes into training new employees for the job.
Receiving the best
Whenever you hire people on a contract basis, there are many experts who would rather act as freelancers or as contract employees. When a requirement comes in, you can be certain that as a company you will get the best in the market to do the job and add to the pride of quality work.
Save on liabilities
We have seen companies closing due to the fact that they have gone bankrupt and have cut down the amount of people employed in their company due to various reasons like process shutting down or finishing etc. In these cases it becomes a liability for that company because they still need to pay even when there isn’t any work left, hiring people on contracts helps the company to save on this aspect of a company.
Save on time
Businesses that cater to Flexi Staffing Solutions already screen the people to determine where and which person can fit the needs of the requirements of the company. If the same is completed, it takes time as there that goes to the screening and interviewing people. Once a company takes care of this requirement, they go ahead and ensure that you will get just the those who are qualified for the job.
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10 Best-of-Breed Tools for Growing a Subscription Based Business
When you’re building a subscription based business, you have a mountain of options for tools to help your business grow. Often times, the debate boils down to choosing all-in-one or best-of-breed products.
You can opt for a big-box product that can solve most of your business initiatives “under one roof”, or you can distribute your resources into a stack of more focused, best-of-breed tools.
Here at Churn Buster, we prefer the latter, especially when you’re dealing with anything that has a direct impact on your revenue. Best-of-breed products take one niche problem and dive deep into the solution, over-delivering where it really matters.
Instapage said “Best of breed software solutions or “point solutions,” are designed to perform a complex task and don’t concern themselves with being all things to all people. This level of specificity has the added advantage of being more “powerful” or "better suited to addressing all business cases it is asked to handle.”
Here are a few of our favorite best-of-breed tools that are adding more value to subscription based businesses.
Email deliverability can wreak havoc on a subscription based business, especially when it comes to transactional emails. Transactional emails tend to carry a lot of weight, and can directly impact your bottom line.
If you’re running a subscription based business, you need to know your important transactional emails (like dunning campaigns and password resets) get delivered properly. Enter, Postmark.
Postmark is the gold-standard for email deliverability. This tool is specifically build to properly deliver transactional emails. All-in-one email tools send both marketing and transactional emails from their platform. Postmark does not.
Marketing emails can damage your sending reputation, making it harder to get your most important emails into inboxes. By focusing all their efforts on transactional emails alone, their deliverability is far more reliable than companies who try to do it all.
Reliability is key for transactional emails, and we can’t recommend postmark enough.
2. Churn Buster
Yes, we are going to recommend ourselves here, but can you blame really us? With any subscription based business, failed payments will be an issue. And a bigger issue as you grow. Involuntary churn can quickly become a poison in your business, eating up LTVs and contributing to half of overall churn if you’re not armed with a proper dunning system.
Simply put, you should never lose a customer passively.
This is why Churn Buster is 100% focused on recovering failed payments, and nothing else.
Churn Buster is the only dunning platform that offers the flexibility and measurability you'd expect from email marketing automation software - applied to payment recovery. With air-tight recovery campaigns, custom retry schedules, and analytics to measure and improve, you’ll never have to wonder if you’re leaving money on the table. Perfect for subscription based businesses of any size, but CB particularly shines as companies scale.
A subscription based business can only truly thrive with a loyal customer base. Churn and customer retention are components for long-term, sustainable growth. And creating a thorough onboarding experience is easily your #1 tactic for improving in these areas.
Appcues is the best tool for improving your onboarding experience. Appcues’ software helps your subscription based business test and implement a unique and effective onboarding process. From strategy to execution, Appcues ensures your onboarding will drive customers to action and create long-term subscribers.
Cash Notify is an awesome tool for managing online payments via Stripe. With Cash Notify, you can monitor all your Stripe accounts through desktop alerts, allowing for real-time insights into your subscription based business.Celebrate sales, monitor refunds, get alerted of failed payments, the opportunities are endless. Being proactively in-the-know about payments will give keep you on top of customer retention.
ChartMogul Analytics is hands down the most thorough subscription analytics tool for businesses based on recurring revenue. When you have a laser-focused picture of your subscription analytics, you can make high-level business decisions with more confidence.
Dig deep into your data and get a better look at your MRR, churn rate, customer LTVs and more with ChartMogul.
Customer engagement is extraordinarily important for preventing customer turnover in a subscription based business. Customer.io lends you a helping hand to craft ideal customer interaction for your clients, allowing you to target messages carefully and reach out to the right people at the right time.
Understanding how your customers really feel about your product is invaluable to reducing churn and growing your subscription based business. Whether it’s right after sign up or after a cancellation, gathering customer insight is a must for any subscription based business looking to improve retention.
Delighted is a great solution for gathering customer feedback, gaining real-time insight, and improving your product based on customer data. Delighted’s surveys integrate seamlessly into your brand, leading to higher response rates, better insights, and more data for you to analyze and act on.
Heap gives you incredible insight into the activity of your users, allowing you to see how they are using and engaging with your product.
Being informed about your users’ patterns and activity gives more transparency into your product; where it’s thriving, where it’s falling short, and any points where the customer experience is interrupted. Tap into specific insights to see where you can improve in order to increase customer acquisition and retention.
As a subscription based business, your product will be constantly evolving. As much as possible, you want your product roadmap to reflect the wants and needs of your customer base.
Rikko is a powerful tool that allows you to collect real-time feedback from your customers and build a product they’ll be sure to love. Build a public roadmap with Rikko and measure interest on new builds, create transparency with your users, and launch successful products again and again.
Growing a subscription based business has become increasingly more difficult. Referrals and affiliates are one of the best ways to create long-standing, organic growth. But building an affiliate program from scratch is time-consuming, hard, and can pull your development team away from their internal roadmap.
Rewardful is a simple solution for SaaS companies to quickly set up affiliate and referral programs through Stripe. Connect your Stripe account to Rewardful and start acquiring new customers by empowering your existing users to spread the word.
While all-in-one products may be great when your business is getting started, as you begin to scale you'll need to lock onto your biggest growth-hindering pain points and tackle them head-on. You'll need dedicated tools that go deep where there's real value, rather than a bundle of multiple products.
These tools are backed by dedicated teams who invest in becoming the gold-standard within their specific niche. Investing in targeted tools designed specifically to meet the needs of your subscription based business will save you time, effort, and money in the long run, as well as creating a more predictable growth pattern.
Focus in and hunker down. A targeted approach is key to getting the exact value you need for your business and unlocking the best avenues for growth.
Note: These are just a few of our favorite tools, there are hundreds more out there. Keep searching until you find the stack that most efficiently solves your biggest problems. And if you start to feel a bit "lost in the woods" G2 Crowd's subscription management category is a great place to start.
I love finding new tools for subscription-based businesses. If you think I've missed something here, drop a comment or Tweet at me with your submission. Thanks for reading!
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London Boat Show 2016. Credit: onEdition
The 62nd London Boat Show, which drew to a close yesterday, attracted 90,328 people through the doors of ExCeL London over 10 days.
This compared to 92,288 visitors to the 2015 show; 88,593 to the 2014 edition; 93,327 in 2013; and 102,841 in 2012.
The 2016 show saw more than 132 boats make their debut, including the largest ever boat to be globally launched – a 40.05m Sunseeker 131 Yacht which was berthed out on the dockside.
Many companies reported an increase on last year’s sales figures including multi-million pound deals. There were close to 400 boats showcased with several new brands such as Adidas Sailing and Bainbridge International exhibiting at the show for the first time.
Sean Robertson, sales director at Sunseeker, said: ‘This has been our most successful London Boat Show for a number of years, with confirmed boat orders worth £40million of retail sales (exc. tax) and several more sales in the pipeline.
‘It’s very good news for the sector because it’s the first show of the year and it is an excellent barometer of sales to come in 2016.’
Peter Thomas, managing director at Cornish Crabbers, said: ‘Sales have been up on last year and the quality of visitors is undoubtable. We’ve sold six boats at the show including two of our new 21 foot Shrimpers.’
Sir Ben Ainslie at the London Boat Show Theatre. Credit: onEdition
The Show Theatre welcomed a line-up of boating experts with topics including the latest technology and innovations. Alec Wilkinson, one of Britain’s top live sailing presenters, hosted daily panel discussions with guests including America’s Cup commentator, Tucker Thompson, world-class Olympic sailor, Sir Ben Ainslie, Land Rover BAR’s fitness coach, Ben Williams, Volvo Ocean Race winner, Ian Walker, and record-breaking female sailor, Dee Caffari MBE.
More than 1,000 beginners and experienced skippers got out on the Mediterranean Bay – a purpose-built pool spanning 500sqm, which hosted a variety of activities, including Seabobbing, water walking and Stand Up Paddleboarding, it provided visitors with the opportunity to get out on the water for free and brush up on their boating knowledge.
The show was officially opened by Made in Chelsea’s Lucy Watson. Other celebrities who made appearances included Adrian Chiles, Hugh Bonneville, The Overtones and television presenter Floella Benjamin.
Made in Chelsea’s Lucy Watson at the London Boat Show 2016. Credit: onEdition
Murray Ellis, managing director at British Marine Boat Shows, said: ‘The quality of business achieved coupled with the fantastic attractions on offer and celebrity faces seen, has resulted in the 62nd London Boat Show being yet another successful show. At the heart of one of the world’s most pioneering capital cities, we have showcased the rich heritage of both British and international boating, latest marine innovations and designs to a global audience.
‘Exhibitors have reported excellent sales this year with visitors having the opportunity to purchase from a variety of products from inflatable Stand Up Paddleboards and foldaway sailing boats to a multi-million pound superyacht and everything in between. The atmosphere has been exuberant, once again confirming the London Boat Show as one of the top ten Boat Shows in the world.’
Ben Metcalfe, managing director at Landau UK, said: ‘London Boat Show has been very positive for us, with some great cash sales at the show as well as a number of sales enquiries which the Landau team will be following up on after the Show. The Mediterranean Bay proved a great success and most of all provided a fun atmosphere!
‘We look forward to next year but also Southampton Boat Show, where we hope to make our stand even more interactive for customers and a fun experience for all.’
Greg Houlston, general manager at Broom Marine Services, said: ‘This has been our first time attending the Show as a standalone brand, and we have been delighted with both the positive feedback received and the number of sales achieved.
‘We have received strong enquiries and orders for service work and completed product sales for our Volvo Penta, Raymarine and Fusion offerings, along with a bulk order for the recently launched Engineguard security device for outboards, and boat demonstrations booked for Seakeeper boat stabilisation.
‘We now look forward to the remainder of 2016 with optimism and returning to the London Boat Show in 2017.’
Source: Practical Boat Owner – Laura Hodgetts
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The 14,000-square-foot retail and multifamily property at 165-171 W. San Ysidro Blvd., San Diego 92173, has been sold for $950,000, cash.
The buyer was ORVG Investments LLC, a California limited liability company, 2445 Fifth Ave., Suite 240, San Diego 92101.
The seller of the property (assessor's parcel 666-030-08) was Guillermo Benitez.
The buyer and seller were represented by Icela Wittkopp, of Pacific Coast Commercial. Escrow and title services were provided by Corinthian Title and Escrow.
The mixed-use property was constructed in 1958 on a 14,000-square-foot lot.
In September 2001, the property was sold for $400,000, financed with a loan of $290,000.
All contents herein copyright San Diego Source ® 1994-2016
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3 egg whites 3 tablespoons water 1/2 cup bread crumbs 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, divided 2 medium to large eggplants, sliced 1/4-inch thick 2 28-ounce cans plum tomatoes, drained 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 6-ounce can tomato paste 2 tablespoons each, chopped fresh oregano, basil and thyme (or 1 tablespoon each, dried) 1/2 pound part-skim mozzarella cheese, grated
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spray two baking sheets with nonstick cooking spray. Beat egg whites with water until frothy.
Combine bread crumbs with 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese in a shallow bowl. Dip each eggplant slice in egg white mixture then dredge slices in crumb mixture. Place on baking sheets and bake 15 minutes or until golden. Turn slices and bake another 15 minutes. Let cool.
Meanwhile, chop tomatoes into small cubes. Heat olive oil in saucepan and sauté onion and garlic, stirring for 1 minute. Add chopped tomatoes and tomato paste, then herbs. Stir well and simmer over low heat for 30 minutes.
Spray baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Put 1 1/2 cups tomato sauce on bottom of baking dish and cover with layer of eggplant slices, overlapping slightly.
Add layer of mozzarella, continue with layers finishing with eggplant, then mozzarella and sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese. Bake in 350-degree oven for 20 to 30 minutes or until bubbly and golden.
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January 2, 2017
How do you answer the question “Why should I do business with you given the number of other suppliers I have to choose from?”
This is the killer question for all marketers.
In today’s noisy world with every organization shouting out why they should be chosen, the marketer needs to determine how to get their products, services and solutions noticed in the milieu.
They need to claim a competitive position that is unique and one that stands-out in the crowd.
I would give marketing today a less than satisfactory rating in terms of how well they address this challenge.
The tendency among most marketers is to go on a copying rampage where the priority is on replicating in some way what someone else is doing in terms of products, services, pricing, distribution and brand positioning. Other players are benchmarked on some capability and the copycat strategy unfolds.
Even a fast follower is a copycat; they just do it faster!
Copying doesn’t create uniqueness and differences; it proliferates sameness.
In fact it dilutes any marginal differences among organizations that might exist and renders them all as look-alikes. And it lowers the bar for each competitor to achieve.
In addition, marketers love to use vague helium-filled attributes and superlatives as the way of claiming how they are different. “We provide excellent customer service”; “We exceed customer expectations”; “We offer the best value”; “We provide the best value for money” have been overused to the point where they are meaningless and communicate nothing to the intended target audience. All they do is add to the message clutter.
A credible competitive claim needs to be simple and specific in terms of how an organization is different from the competitive herd. It needs to address a high priority customer need (claiming to be unique on something a customer doesn’t care about isn’t productive) and it needs to be true (failing to consistently deliver will drive a customer elsewhere).
Jerry Garcia, former leader of the legendary rock band The Grateful Dead, nailed it: “You don’t want merely to be the best of the best. You want to be the only ones who do what you do.”
The ONLY Statement is the practical way to do it. “We are the only ones that….” is the claim that will cut through the clutter and make it clear why you should be chosen among your competitors.
The ONLY rules:
1. The ONLY statement must speak to the experiences and value you create for people not the products or services you want to push.
2. Keep it brief. It’s a sound bite. If it consumes a page it isn’t a viable claim.
3. Talk to the specific customer group you are targeting not the market in general.
4. Test your ONLY statement with customers and employees to ensure it is relevant and true.
5. Consider your only statement a draft. The reality is you won’t get it right the first time, so take your almost-there only statement and start working with it. Refine it as you go. And stay alert for a response by a competitor who may suddenly come awake when they see your move.
Hard work? You bet!
But necessary if you want to be remarkable and if you want to step away from the crowd.
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- Posted 1.2.17 at 05:31 am by Roy Osing
To share your thoughts, please contact Roy.
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THE LAST LIGHT by Jess Brohier
Chasing down the last rays of sunshine we hit the streets of Sydney in our latest online editorial shot by photographer Jess Brohier. Reveling in the last flickers of light model Jade Hsu captivates us with her striking beauty and charm dressed in fashion from Michael Lo Sordo, Sandro and Karen Walker.
Jade Hsu at Priscillas Models shot by Jess Brohier. Artwork by Cristina Muffatti.
Styled by Hunter Blue. Hair by Lachlan Wignal at Work Agency. MakeUp by Maggie.
Photo assistant Bronte. Stylist assistant Romy Angel.
Polo neck by Uniqlo. Jacket by Trelise Cooper. Pants by Sandra Le. Monogram Shoes by Dior
Cardigan by Sandro. Pants by Michael Lo Sordo. Earrings by Reliquia. Monogram Shoes by Dior
Dress and stocking by BrixnLee. Earrings and shoes by Kupids Kloset
Dress by Karen Walker. Pants and shoes by Swop Exchange. Earrings by Kupids Kloset
Blazer by Michael Lo Sordo. Earrings by Kupids Kloset
Top and skirt by Swop Exchange. Gloves by Max Black. Earrings and shoes by Kupids Kloset
Top and shoes by Swop Exchange. Skirt by Michael Lo Sordo. Earrings by Valet
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Are you looking for the perfect place to develop your recruitment skills? By taking full ownership of recruitment activities? Do you want to manage the full recruitment cycle of any position that opens up within the company? Do you speak Dutch? Then join us as our new Junior Recruiter (f/m)!
Homebell, we make renovating simple. Making dreams come true by realizing the ideal living space and ensuring that our customers can relax and enjoy the end result.
We do this by bringing technology to a traditional market with tremendous opportunities. Here we build an outcome where everybody wins. All our users benefit from our technology and are better off because of it.
During your time as Junior Recruiter (f/m) at Homebell you will work on a variety of projects:
- Take over the development of the recruiting network and actively shape the recruitment processes
- Carry out the entire recruiting process from publishing job advertisements to offering the contract
- Focus on recruiting for the Dutch market and global positions
- Efficiently manage multiple job postings at the same time
- Identify and manage various recruiting channels
- Develop new strategies to attract new employees
- Look after new employees in their first steps in the company
Are you passionate about people and love to develop strong teams and impact directly the success of one of the fastest growing startups in Berlin? Great, additionally, the following skills would be needed to finish your profile:
- Have a degree in a study that has a people-centred focus (eg business administration, education or psychology)
- Having gained first practical experience in recruiting, sales or account management is a very strong nice to have!
- Great organizational skills and the ability to keep track of multiple pipelines even in stressful situations
- Dutch & English fluency is an absolute must!
Besides daily challenges and a steep learning curve, we offer you:
- The possibility to leave a lasting impact on a fast-growing high-tech start-up
- The authority to take ownership which enables you to grow and develop yourself
- An awesome multicultural team hungry for success
- Free breakfast & dinner, fruit, and mineral water, tea & coffee
Does this sound like the challenge you are waiting for? Apply by following the link:
If you have any questions or wish to get more information before applying please don’t hesitate to contact us via [email protected]
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What is the best estimate for the value of X?
Gorditos sells a variety of Mexican-inspired cuisine for which tortillas are often the main ingredient. Assume that each customer places an order requiring one tortilla with a 75% probability independent of other customers’ orders. The other 25% of customers place orders that do not require a tortilla. Assume that the number of customers who arrive per hour has a Poisson distribution with the average number of customers in an hour time slot given in the following table:
a. Assist the wedding planner by constructing a spreadsheet simulation model to estimate the average number of guests who will attend the reception.
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b. To be accommodating hosts, the couple has instructed the wedding planner to use the simulation model to determine X, the minimum number of guests for which the caterer should prepare the meal, so that there is at least a 90% chance that the actual attendance is less than or equal to X. What is the best estimate for the value of X?
The post What is the best estimate for the value of X? appeared first on Best Custom Essay Writing Services | EssayBureau.com.
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Value added office to rent in Arlington
RDS Real Estate has some of the best listings for an office to rent in arlington and they are designed with value added features that are normally not seen in a leasing situation. You will learn of listings scattered throughout the entire area with more than suitable office space in dfw, all within easy access of the major highways. All office space leasing in dfw by RDS Real Estate is customizable to suit your needs.
If you need expansion space in your office to rent in fort worth you can work with Ron Sturgeon and RDS Real Estate to ensure that you have everything you need to successfully run your business. Ask about the super retail shops in arlington, and add your business to this shopper’s paradise. With a lease package that is unparalleled and a great suite of amenities, you can have a dream office to rent in arlington.
Office for lease in DFW designed for you
The benefits of having a business mentor and educator for a landlord affords you many advantages like an office for lease in dfw designed just for your needs and desires. You see Ron Sturgeon has purchased his properties like the special industrial space for lease in dfw for his tenants good business health and success. You will find that all of the properties have great access, plenty of parking, quality inside and out, plenty of extra storage and access to a business center.
There are many available offerings of office space in arlington but you will not find any like those listed by RDS Real Estate. One of the new premiere up and coming areas of DFW is Haslet, coined “the new Dallas.” Ron or his team of great agents will show you property listings in haslet and expand your horizons a bit with the excitement in that town. Super listings, exceptional service and education and the best office to rent in arlington are within your reach with a phone call to RDS Real Estate.
A shop for rent with options
A shop for in rent with options, like retrofitting with whatever equipment you need to run your business is an everyday occurrence with RDS Real Estate. Should you need a rent retail space attached to the shop, no problem in most cases. You can see that accommodation is the operative word with Ron Sturgeon as he desires for others to realize the same success that he has and is doing his part in helping that happen.
Attention all beauty or health professionals! Your perfect spa setting and space for lease in Grapevine is awaiting your tour and consultation. Flexible lease packages that you’ve never seen before, free wifi, website, concierge for you and your clients, customizable suites and so much more help you to succeed.
Retail rent space is always included when you lease a studio or suite for hairstyling in grapevine. You can have everything you need plus an office to rent in arlington exactly like Grapevine. Call today.
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These days, there is more and more literature coming out in defense of the introvert. And thank goodness for that! Psychologists, behavioral scientists and human resource experts use introversion and extroversion as one (of a possible hundred thousand) way of classifying human beings. The general theory is that extroverts are people who draw energy from being around others. They’re more outgoing and outspoken. Introverts, on the other hand, draw energy from being alone. They’re more comfortable in social situations where they interact in small groups. They’re generally quieter and more soft spoken. Often times, introverts are misunderstood as being aloof or shy since they don’t interact as actively as extroverts.
The goal in this particular personality classification is not to judge who is better or worse, neither is it to determine who is more productive or not. The goal is first to understand that people operate in varying ways. Second, it is to understand one’s personality so that one can choose more uplifting and life-giving social situations. And third, it is to accept one’s limitations in controlling social situations that may be uncomfortable.
So, in the interest of self-awareness and self-acceptance, I am outing myself as an introvert. This means that I work better when my surrounding area is quiet. I don’t speak up at meetings until I am absolutely clear with what I have to say or ask. At a party, I would much rather spend time with one or two people than chatting with a whole group. Small talk is burdensome to me. If I spend the whole day in the company of others, it takes me a couple of hours to get my bearings back—hours that I spend either writing, reading, praying or sometimes just spacing out. I often get overwhelmed by large and loud gatherings like concerts and rallies. And sometimes, even when I am in the company of the people I love most, I will withdraw into myself.
It took me a while to understand this part of myself. Filipinos are such community and family oriented people that I naturally assumed that I would be too. But even in school I would prefer individual work to group assignments. When I was in college, I would take walks alone. I would sometimes eat alone. Just to get away from everyone else. Don’t get me wrong, I loved living in the dorm and my roommates are some of my best friends, but some days, I just liked being alone. Once, I had walked to the nearby fast food chain to grab a bite to eat. A fellow well-meaning dormer asked, “lonely?” “No,” I said without thinking, “independent.” He smiled at that. I wonder if he understood what I really meant. Or maybe he couldn’t think of a better comeback and just decided to laugh it off. Oh well.
I guess the point isn’t so much that I’m an introvert (although everybody by now should get that I am); the point is that I’ve embraced my introversion. I am no longer bothered that my reaction to some social stimulus isn’t what I think is expected. I am no longer bothered when people don’t understand why I sometimes prefer to be alone. And more importantly, I am no longer strenuously bothered that I can’t always get the “space” that I need. Just because I have accepted my introversion doesn’t mean that the rest of the world has to. I just have to deal with it. Just as I’ve dealt with being curly haired when every hairdresser seems hell bent on rebonding my hair. Just as I’ve dealt with choosing the teaching profession over the corporate world. Just as I’ve dealt with Just as I’ve dealt with choosing single-blessedness in a couples’ world.
Now, please excuse me. I’d like to be alone.
[Originally written in TACKED THOUGHTS for The Freeman
by Nancy Unchuan Toledo]
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Carrot Paris Market – Atlas
Carrot Paris Market – Atlas. Thompson & Morgan is delighted to work alongside the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew to offer special seed collections to home gardeners. The Kew Collection and The Kew Urban Garden Collection have been specially selected by The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
Perfect for snacking! The globe shaped rich orange roots of Carrot ‘Atlas’ are deliciously sweet and crunchy with virtually coreless flesh. These bite sized carrots are ideal for eating raw in salads or steaming as a mini vegetable. A great choice for patio containers.
Height: 30cm (12″). Spread: 15cm (6″).
November – July
February – October
How to sow
Early maturing varieties:
Early varieties of carrot seed can be sown under cloches in March, or outdoors from April to July.
Should be sown outdoors from April to June.
Some varieties are suitable for forcing to produce an early crop. These can be sown under glass from November to February.
Direct sow carrot seed outdoors, in a weed free, sunny position in fertile, light, well drained soil. Carrots dislike freshly manured soils so seed beds are best prepared in autumn, well in advance of spring sowings.
Sow carrot seeds thinly at a depth of 1cm (½in) in drills 30cm (12″) apart. Germination will take 10 to 20 days. When large enough to handle, thin out the seedlings within each row to 5cm (2″) apart. Where space is limited, growing carrots in containers will also produce a worthwhile crop.
6 in stock - Available online and in store.
Delivered within 5 working days. Please see our Delivery and Collection Information for further details.
We will contact you to confirm your delivery date.
Click & Collect Available
This Product is in stock and will be ready to pick up from our store within the next 24 hours.
Our Click & Collect Service is Free of Charge.
You will receive an email confirmation once your order is ready for pickup.
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- 6 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1/3 cup light corn syrup
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3-1/2 cups (1 lb.) powdered sugar
- 3-1/4 cups (10-oz. pkg.) Sweetened Coconut Flakes
- Additional powdered sugar
- Favorite chocolate coating
- In large bowl, stir together butter, corn syrup,
- vanilla and salt.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and coconut, beating until blended.
- Sprinkle about 1 tablespoon additional powdered sugar on flat surface. Spoon coconut mixture onto prepared surface; knead about 5 minutes. Using 1-1/2 teaspoons mixture for each candy, shape into egg shape. Place on wax paper-covered tray.
- Refrigerate 1 to 2 hours before dipping into chocolate coating.
- Place coated eggs on wax paper-covered tray. Store in cool, dry place. About 40 candies.
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Suunto Ambit3 Peakcan take both elevation gain and loss into account when measuring distance. This gives you a more realistic distance measurement when you are exercising in hilly or mountainous terrain. In this scenario, 3D distance is greater than 2D distance.
If you are using 3rd-party software to analyze your tracks, check how the track distance is calculated. If the calculation is using 2D distance, you may not want to activate 3D distance in your watch.
Otherwise, if you are frequently exercising in hilly or mountainous terrain, you should activate 3D distance.
To activate 3D distance:
- While in a sport mode, keep pressed to enter the options menu.
- Scroll to ACTIVATE with and press .
- Scroll to 3D distance and press to switch to 3D distance.
- Keep pressed to exit.
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The purpose of this article is to describe an alternate approach to analyzing the colors produced by your camera. Do not confuse this calibration with the functions of ICC color profiles. This article assumes that the reader is familiar with Adobe Photoshop CS and with using the Adobe Camera Raw tool (ACR). This is not an attempt to teach everything about ACR. Letís go.
This is a recap of my calibration efforts with two cameras. These are a Nikon D1X and a Kodak DCS Pro SLR/n.
These are the ACR tabs that we will be discussing:
ACR Adjustments and Calibration
There are four steps to the process and we need to spend some time on each. These are: selecting a color target and matching image, shooting an image with your camera, analyzing the differences between the target and your image, and adjusting for any problems you might find.
There are lots of color targets for sale in photography stores and many of them have matching image files available on the net. The nice thing about standards is that there are so many to chose from. Some have thousands of color patches. These are only useful if you are using instrumentation such as a densometer. They are excellent for building color profiles, but useless for visual examination. Others use colorful subjects and scenes. These are interesting, but there is no scientific way to quantify the actual color values. So I chose and recommend the GretagMacbeth Color Checker. This has only 24 color patches, each is labeled, and the manufacturer documents the color values. So, it is both comprehensive and simple.
Unfortunately, GretagMacbeth provides two sets of numbers, one in CIE xyY encoding and another in RGB encoding. You canít enter the CIE xyY numbers into Adobe Photoshop, it only accepts CIE Lab. The RGB numbers are given without identifying a color space, so they are technically meaningless. I tried several different CIE xyY to CIE Lab calculators and got inconsistent results. This was disheartening. I believe that the answer is that CIE xyY measures chromatic (light) values while CIE Lab is adjusted for visual responses. Lab is a color space, xyY is not. One thing I was able to prove was that the two sets of numbers provided by Macbeth do not correlate. More on this in a moment.
To make a long story short, I wound up with two different image targets. One that I built using the RGB numbers in Adobe RGB color space, and the other from Bruce Lindbloomís excellent web site. The CIE Lab numbers he uses are very close to the CIE xyY transforms that I tried. I will refer to differences between these as CIE image verses the RGB image. This does not refer to transforming numbers, it refers to two different sets of numbers.
Reviewing these images in Photoshop reveals the facts that the Macbeth RGB values are significantly more saturated and have more contrast than the Macbeth CIE values. See this for yourself below.
Macbeth CIE Values
Macbeth RGB Values
The RGB numbers produced an image that is much closer to the actual paper target under good lighting and viewing conditions. The CIE numbers clearly produce a muddy image lacking in punch and pizzazz. Both of these images show their respective CIE or RGB values, the corresponding hue, saturation and luminescence values, and the corresponding patch number and name. In the CIE target on the left, the HSB numbers are from the Photoshop Info pallet.
Since it looked more visually correct, my first attempts at calibration were with the RGB target on the right. Eventually, I figured out what is wrong with this approach. Since many of the colors and luminescence values are fully saturated, there is no wiggle room for tonal adjustments. The slightly dim and undersaturated image target values are the ones you want to use. The target values for each channel in this image are achievable without clipping either the shadow or highlight details. In other words, no channel reaches an RGB value of 0 or 255.
You can make your own decisions as to what you want to use for your image target. A single industry standard image does not exist. Just remember; garbage in, garbage out.
I chose Bruce Lindbloomís CIE Lab target image with some very minor alterations. First, I added the text showing the reference values, simply for convenience. Next, I added a new layer that neutralized the target values in patches 19 and 22. This is a nit, but if we are using the bottom line to validate white balance we donít want any color cast in any of the target neutral patches. Finally and most important, I then converted this image target from CIE Lab to Adobe RGB with Photoshop. Adobe RGB is my working color space. The conversion is done with "Relative Colorimetric" intent and black point compensation. BPC on or off made no difference. I can only assume that this is because there is no true black (0) in this image. Then I recorded the RGB and HSB values in this new image.
This modified target image is available via FTP here as CIE Lab or as Adobe RGB. Both are PSD files at about 2.5 MB each. The CIE Lab image can be converted with Photoshop to any color space you desire to determine the correct target values for that profile.
You want your target image values to be in the same color space that you use for the calibration. Eventually, I converted the same CIE Lab image to ProPhoto RGB and several other profiles. The RGB values are different (as expected). This is proper color management.
The next step is to shoot an evaluation image with your camera. Whatever you do, donít just set the exposure mode to P (for professional) and shoot away. You want to reproduce a correctly exposed flat image for a technical evaluation. You need to spend a few minutes on this.
First, make a flat board to place the Macbeth target on. This needs to be a non-reflecting neutral gray that is darker than the white and lighter than the black in the target. You do not want to introduce any background tones that can interfere with the calibration efforts. Make sure that there are no strong shadows introduced by the light source. These can easily be darker that the black patch. In my daylight setup I used a reflector to fill the shadows.
Pick your ISO and other favorite settings. Then, set your exposure manually using a reference gray card. No form of automatic exposure will get it right with this target. Checking for blown highlights is a good idea, there should be none. Adjusting the exposure to fit some pre-conceived notion of a histogram is a bad idea.
Set your white balance as you normally would for the lighting conditions. Use auto, or daylight, or whatever floats your boat. With my D1X auto is fine. My Kodak SLR/n seems to be a little more finicky. Then again, I've only had it for a week now. Some D100 users seem to find that auto never gives them satisfactory results. Just donít ignore the white balance.
Donít forget to focus. Then, take your best shot. Don't let the chart fill the frame. Some lenses may vignette near the edges or corners. Bracket the shot if you are unsure of your exposure skills. Copy the image to your computer and youíre ready to evaluate it.
It took a while to understand and appreciate the relationship between the exposure, brightness, and contrast sliders. The answer is that all the basic adjustments revolve around a mid-point determined by the brightness slider. This is the center point of the contrast adjustment for example. Adjusting the exposure slider will move the mid-point and all related adjustments as well as the highlights. Thus, the proper setting for brightness is dependent on a proper exposure in the first place. That said, some cameras allow exposure settings as fine as 1/3 stop, and some are limited to 1/2 stop. Thus, the proper exposure for calibration might vary by 1/4 or 1/6 of a stop. If you find yourself tempted to alter the exposure by more than this, either the brightness setting is wrong or you need to re-evaluate your camera's exposure settings. After evaluating several images with different lighting conditions and different cameras, I was able to confirm to my own satisfaction that the brightness setting is different for the different cameras, but for a given camera, it does not vary with different but correct exposures.
It finally became clear. The brightness slider should be set to agree with a photo gray card (18% reflectance). Your camera meter or hand held meter is calibrated to the gray card mid-point. There are slight variations in the photo gray cards from various manufacturers, but they are all close enough to each other to give consistent exposure readings. On a Macbeth Color Checker patch 22 (row 4, column 4) is technically photographic middle gray. In my tests, it is identical to the Kodak gray card. This is the target we need to match from a proper exposure, not the highlights or shadows.
The proper exposure for calibration should be based on correct camera settings, not exposure adjustments in the ACR settings. If the brightness slider default is incorrect for your camera, you will naturally be tempted to adjust the exposure slider. The proper setting for the brightness slider should be based on a properly exposed image, not the other way around. If you adjust the exposure slider for your calibration image, all other settings will be incorrect for your properly exposed images.
It seems reasonable to assume that photo gray (Zone V) should register RGB 127.5 (50% density). This is not exactly what happens. The target values in the Macbeth chart are incorrectly defined with the CIE values at 52%, not 50% luminescense. Note that patch 22 is labeled "Neutral 5", clearly the Zone V mid-point. In addition, converting the RAW image to a colorimetric space shifts the mid tones. How much depends on the selected color profile. Problem? Yes, because ACR contrast affects anything that is not at the mid-point for the current profile. If the brightness setting is wrong, the contrast and all tones will be skewed.
So I am proposing a different basic calibration procedure.
Technically, the brightness slider shuld be used to set patch 22 to 127 for Adobe RGB or sRGB or to 110 for ProPhoto or ColorMatch RGB. The actual target values in the current reference image are 105 (ppRGB) or 123 (aRGB). These are the values we need to use unless we recalculate the values in all the other patches for the target image. If there is a significant colorcast use the white balance eyedropper to neutralize it. You can set the contrast and saturation to zero if you like. Usually, this is not necessary.
With brightness set for patch 22 at the mid-point, adjust the contrast to balance patches 21 through 23. You should observe that patch 22 will not change substantially no matter how much you adjust contrast. Note that patches 21 and 23 are equally distant in terms of tonal values from patch 22. That is, density 3.5 and 6.5 are both 1.5 from the center density of 5. Patches 20 through 23 should now be in balance and reasonably on target. Patches 19 and 24 do not have their densities defined, thus they should be ignored at this time.
Photoshop Tonal Mid-Point
This figure illustrates the problem. Adobe has a very precise and carefully crafted quasi 16-bit digital mid-point value. Unfortunately, it is not aligned with the Macbeth target for photographic Zone V. Nor is the 8-bit mid-point. And the true tonal mid point depends on the color profile selected.
I performed the same steps with a similar images from my Nikon and Kodak cameras. The contrast setting was similar for both. The Kodak brightness setting was half of that required for the D1X. Both images are now on target and balanced. The white patch is a little lower than the target suggests, but it reads the same from both cameras. Possibly the white values for the target are a little optimistic? It is curious to note that the white point for this target is almost identical in all profiles but the mid points and shadows vary immensely.
Speaking of shadows, the shadow slider may be adjusted at this time. This is pretty straight forward, to bring the shadows value (patch 24) down if it is too high. Note that the slider stops at zero, so it is impossible to raise the shadow value if it is too low. That would usually indicate a problem with the contrast setting.
Your camera's ACR brightness default setting should match a properly exposed Kodak Gray card or Macbeth patch 22 reading at the mid-point for your default color profile. Anything else is a subjective adjustment. The Color Checker target values are slightly lower, so the brightness slider will need a unique adjustment for the calibration steps only. For your normal workflow, you may wish to increase the brightness default by 5% to 10%.
To recap the point raised here, the brightness control is designed such that it will compress, not clip, existing highlights or shadows. The exposure, contrast, and shadow controls can result in clipping. Exposure and shadow adjustments will also affect the mid-point around which contrast revolves. The brightness control should be calibrated to a proper exposure with your camera. The other controls are appropriate for specific individual images to fine tune exposure and contrast for specific scenes.
Once the brightness setting has been established, it should be treated as a static control. Individual images may be subject to exposure adjustments for technical or aesthetic reasons. Contrast adjustments may be dictated by differences in the dynamic range of a scene. Other adjustments may be applied for artistic control. But, the brightness setting should seldom need further adjustments.
Before making any color adjustments one should analyze the image and determine what if anything you want to adjust. Here is the calibration image I shot with my Nikon D1X. Mid morning outdoors shot with few clouds in the sky. Shooting data: ISO 125, f/8, 1/640, Auto WB, Adobe RBG, and NEF raw.
This was opened in ACR with the ďCamera DefaultsĒ. Basically that was all sliders at zero with the following exceptions: WB is ďAs ShotĒ, Brightness 50, and Contrast +25. I examined several of the numeric patch values and saved it without any adjustments so that I could record the values for this article. These were the Adobe defaults. I have since changed these camera defaults. For this D1X the changes were minor. The image follows.
Evaluation Image with ACR Camera Defaults
As you can see, this does not look anything like the Macbeth RGB target image. But the appearance and numbers are surprisingly close to the Macbeth CIE target values. Even the white balance is right on. You canít use the eyedropper on any patch in the last row without un-neutralizing some other patch. Note that the eyedropper will show slight variations in the actual numbers within the patch. These numbers (above) do represent the average values.
This was not true with my Kodak SLR/n image. Both the neutral tones and the colors were far off the target values. But, after correcting the brightness, contrast, and saturation defaults, the Kodak colors were much closer to the target values, and starting to look like the D1X image.
This demonstrates why getting the exposure right the first time is so important. It also illustrates the possibility that the ACR basic defaults can introduce significant errors. I canít say this often enough. Start with a proper exposure and the proper defaults for the ACR basic settings.
Photographers and film labs have treated development and printing as discretely separate steps from the beginning. ACR is the developing step. Photoshop is the printing step. The final image colors are based more on viewer preferences than the image capture science behind them. Of course we do want the camera and the software to give us accurate tonal renditions to start with.
After several false starts, I finally did get the colors for both cameras to match each other and the target.
I am not going to address the details of the color calibration here. The basic objective is to balance six slider settings to calibrate hue and saturation in the red, green, and blue patches. Among the challenges, the information displays do not show HSB metrics requiring the user to do these calculations on the fly. And these adjustments also change the luminosity of the colors. This is a task that requires some automation assistance. I will address this in the tools below.
Since the calibrate tab has sliders for hue and saturation only,
it is useful to be able to convert RGB to HSB.
These are also easier to visualize.
RGB2HSB, or the Photoshop Info pallet.
For reference, here are the hue values for the six primary colors. Note that a positive hue shift will be clockwise and a negative hue shift will be counter clockwise.
I finally have confidence in my ACR camera defaults. And, I finally have the color calibration under control. I tried these settings with some random portrait, sports, and wildlife photos. All showed improvement to my perception.
Do not attempt color calibration unless you are willing and able to invest the time and effort to do it right. Without the effort, you are more likely to screw it up than fix anything. Select a digital image target in the right color space and record all the RGB and HSB values for reference. Naturally, this also has to match your reference paper target. Shoot your evaluation image with the correct exposure and white balance. Thatís the only valid starting point. The script above can help with numeric analysis of the tones.
I finally did try unique calibrations for tungsten, fluorescent, flash, shade, and clouds. Thatís what essentially what white balance settings are for. I found that the basic settings remained essentially the same. The color settings for tungsten lighting do vary enough to warrent a seperate calibration. But there is so much color variance in tungsten and fluorescent lighting that reliable calibration for all such light sources is almost impossible. The color settings for flash, shade, and clouds seem to track the daylight settings nicely. Your mileage may vary. Different manufacturer, different model, different settings, different preferences, and a unique piece of hardware.
For any camera, calibrating the sliders on the ACR basic tab can yield a huge payback.
For cameras that are officially supported by ACR, my humble opinion is that color calibration should be unnecessary. Unfortunately it seems to be always necessary.
There is good write-up on ACR basics at Digital Photo Outback. If you want to read other articles about ACR Color Calibration, see Bruce Fraserís article at creativepro.com. Adobe, please show the HSB values in the ACR preview window.
After you have calibrated any tonal adjustments deemed necessary, you can adjust the brightness, contrast, shadows, and saturation defaults to produce the image you really want to see. If you make the aesthetic adjustments first, you will hamper the calibration efforts.
I hope you also gained some new insight from this article. If you have any comments, or suggestions, I would welcome your input. Please send me an Email.
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