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This diverse corner of Milwaukee is the perfect spot for a soccer bar that celebrates the World Cup. We're honoring the game and the cultures that support it, and we're doing it in an iconic building in a historic neighborhood. Get excited for large-screen TVs, live entertainment, a marketplace, food trucks, and a Good City Brewing collab with our ¡Nomad! Summer Ale.
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"Microsoft is proud that the City of Baltimore has embraced the Dynamics AX ERP platform on its journey to becoming a Smart City and transforming its utility operations through initiatives like the BaltiMeter program," noted Microsoft General Manager, US Public Sector Amir Capriles, "Our partner Itineris, with its UMAX CIS solution, is playing a key role in building out a technology environment that will empower the City to better serve its citizens through improved operations, better data management and stronger business intelligence."
The Journey Ahead
In the coming months, Itineris will begin working with the City's project team to identify and map operational processes, implement and configure UMAX to address those needs, interface UMAX to the City's other information systems, and import historical data.
Following system go-live, Itineris will continue its long-term relationship with the City of Baltimore, providing UMAX support and maintenance for a contracted 10 years.
"In a day when the relationship between utilities and their customers is evolving rapidly, we are excited to be part of the future for the City and citizens of Baltimore," noted Itineris President, North America, John Beddingfield, "Itineris is thrilled to help the City, through our UMAX solution, increase operational efficiencies, deliver higher-quality customer care to its citizens, and empower those citizens to make informed decisions about water through better data."
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ATLANTA, Oct. 31, 2014 – The City of Baltimore Department of Public Works has signed an $8.4 million (USD) contract with Itineris North America to replace the City's legacy customer information system (CIS) with Itineris' UMAX® CIS solution and then provide 10 years of support.
The contract comes after a formal bidding process that resulted in Itineris being selected as vendor-of-choice by the City's project committee. The City announced the new partnership in a press conference on Wednesday, Oct. 29, following contract approval by the Baltimore Board of Estimates.
Modernizing a Utility Through Technology
The City's CIS replacement is part of a larger initiative, known as the "BaltiMeter Project," focused on modernizing utility operations through technology and providing "efficient, reliable and accurate" meter reads and billing to the Department of Public Works' 410,000 water and wastewater customers. As its name implies, the initiative also includes a rollout of smart meters, set to conclude in conjunction with the CIS Go-Live in 2016.
As the nerve center for this new utility technology environment, UMAX will support the Department's mission throughout the meter-to-cash business cycle by providing advanced data validation for meter reads as well as a more robust, data-rich profile of the customer that will enable the Department's customer service representatives and field service crews to better serve the community. UMAX will also enable the Department to give citizens greater access to their usage and billing data and more control over their billing and payment options.
Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake highlighted benefits to residents anticipated during her Oct. 29 press conference, "Today, we took an important step to upgrade technology that has been in place since the 1970s. The new system will be the brains behind BaltiMeter, enabling customers to read their water bills online and have convenient access to more information about their water usage—translating to greater confidence in the metering and billing systems."
UMAX as Part of a Microsoft Technology Environment
As a Microsoft-certified partner solution, UMAX is fully integrated with Microsoft's Dynamics AX ERP platform. This tight Microsoft integration was a significant priority for the City in its RFP process and a key factor in Itineris successful bid for the City's business.
As a result, the City will benefit from streamlined connections across its technology environment to systems that support key operational areas like finance, asset management and human resources. Additional benefits to City operations will include faster, more reliable data movement throughout City departments, greater flexibility in adapting processes to future business and customer care needs, new reporting and business intelligence | 580 |
Kate Middleton given new impressive new title 8 years after becoming part of the royal family
The Queen personally gave her the highest honour possible
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Kate Middleton has been given new impressive new title eight years after becoming part of the royal family.
The Duchess of Cambridge, was given the title of, a Dame Grand Cross of the Royal Victorian Order (RVO), which is the monarch's highest seal of approval.
It is believed she was given the honour for her services to the crown.
Buckingham Palace made announcement on Kate and Prince William's eighth wedding anniversary.
Awards under the Royal Victorian Order are made personally by The Queen .
The RVO has five classes from member to Knight or Dame Grand Cross.
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Since becoming a royal, Kate has championed her own causes like supporting the early years development of children, travelled the Commonwealth on behalf of the Queen and raised awareness about mental health with William and the Duke of Sussex.
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Earlier today the palace also shared photos from Kate and Prince William's wedding eight years ago.
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The couple married in Westminster Abbey. Later that evening, the Prince of Wales gave a private dinner, followed by dancing, for the bride and groom and their close friends and family.
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Popstar Ellie Goulding performed at the evening event for close friend and family. She performed a rendition of "Your Song" for the couple's first dance, followed by her hit single "Starry Eyed" for the assembled guests.
The event ended at 3 am, with a small fireworks display in the palace grounds.
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James Garfield of Ohio rose from poverty to become a state legislator, an officer in the Union Army during the Civil War, a nine-term U.S. Congressman, and finally, the President of the United States of America.
Yet his presidential term was short-lived because of an assassin's bullet.
James Garfield was the youngest of five children. His father died before James was 2, leaving his mother to raise the children with very little money. His siblings recognized James as the smartest of the bunch, and one brother specifically noted that any extra money should go to his education.
All the children worked at young ages. The job that held young James's attention for the longest time was that of being a canal boat driver. After attending two years of college in Ohio (where he met his future wife), he finished his junior and senior years at Williams College, returning after graduation to be a professor at the Ohio school he attended, Hiram College. By 1860, he was elected to the Ohio Senate.
When the Civil War became inevitable, Garfield rounded up many Ohio men for the military, eventually becoming a brigade leader for the Union Army.
It was while serving in the military that Garfield was elected to Congress (1862). He was torn as to what to do but President Abraham Lincoln told him it was easier to find military generals than it was to find effective Congressmen. Garfield then spent 18 years in Congress and was a familiar face in Washington.
His journey to be a candidate for president was a surprise, even to him. He traveled to the Republican Convention in Chicago to nominate his friend John Sherman for president. When Sherman failed to achieve the required votes, Garfield was put forward as a "dark horse" candidate.
One reason Sherman had difficulty gaining the nomination was because the Republican Party was split into two factions. The more liberal group, including Garfield, were known as Half-breeds. The conservatives were known as Stalwarts. To balance the ticket, Stalwart Chester Arthur was put in as the vice presidential nominee. Arthur was the right-hand man to New York political boss Roscoe Conkling.
Garfield and Arthur had a tough fight in the general election, but they narrowly defeated General Winfield Scott Hancock.
Even in his brief few months in office, Garfield had an impact on the country.
During his brief time in office, Garfield made progress in ending patronage appointments where people with scant qualifications are given good government jobs because they are friends of elected officials. While he acknowledged Roscoe Conkling's power and appointed to office many of the men whom Conkling favored, Garfield chose his own man for the plum political position as head the Customs House in New York.
When Conkling objected, Garfield didn't back down, telling Conkling it was "all or nothing." If Conkling wanted his friends in the positions to which Garfield intended to appoint them, then Conkling needed to accept William H. Robinson as head of Customs. Garfield got his way.
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Despite all the prodding and the lack of antibiotics, Garfield was improving. In early August, Mollie Garfield's diary (as quoted in Mollie Garfield in the White House by Ruth S.B. Feis) recorded that her father was looking and seeming better.
In early September, the family and Garfield's medical advisors determine that an ocean cure would help. A train to take him to Elberon, New Jersey, was arranged so he could complete his recovery at a favorite family spot in Monmouth County.
But by mid-September, Garfield was suffering from a serious infection. On September 19, 1881, he died.
When tragedy occurs, Americans prefer that something good comes out of it. In this case, the assassination resulted in a first step in reform. Senator George H. Pendleton, a Democrat from Ohio, launched a reform movement that was designed to do away with the spoils system. It became known as the Pendleton Act, and it was passed in January of 1883. Under the act, appointments were awarded on merit, often after candidates have taken an examination to assess their qualifications. The law affected only 10 percent of federal employees at that time, but it was a start.
Congress and President Arthur also established and funded the Civil Service Commission, which still functions today.
After Garfield's death, Lucretia Garfield gathered and organized all of her husband's papers and correspondence. She wanted to ensure that her husband's legacy would not be tarnished or forgotten. She thus created the first presidential library, setting the precedent for the collection of papers of the president for posterity. The papers are housed at the family's home, Mentor Farm, which is now part of the National Park Service.
James Garfield loved dogs. The dog he had in the White House showed his sense of humor as he named it "Veto." Here is Veto's story: President James Garfield and his Dog Veto.
Mollie Garfield in the White House, by Ruth S.B. Feis. Published 1963.
"A Great Nation in Grief. The New York Times, July 3, 1881.
Short biographies of James Garfield, primarily one form the Miller Center. org. | , President Garfield, a few members of his cabinet, and his two older sons arrived at the Baltimore and Potomac Railroad Station in Washington, D.C. He planned to attend his reunion at Williams College in Williamstown, Massachusetts, and to introduce his sons to their future school.
Charles Guiteau, a disgruntled office seeker, was known to police in the D.C. area but he had never caused a problem. However, on the morning that the presidential party made their way to the train depot, Guiteau was prepared to carry out a plan. He followed the group to the waiting room of the railroad station. When he had a clear view of the President, he fired twice. One bullet entered Garfield's arm; another went into the president's chest.
Charles Guiteau was nabbed by a policeman as he exited the depot. He still had the gun in his hand.
The reason for the shooting was political, Guiteau explained later. Guiteau's application for a political appointment was ignored. Guiteau wanted justice.
Guiteau clearly hoped Chester Arthur would favor him with an appointment. Instead, he was put to death by hanging on June 30, 1882, two days before the anniversary of the shooting.
Shortly after, Garfield was transported to the President's House, a press room was set up just down the hall from where the patient would be. His staff could give them up-to-date information on the president's expected recovery | 305 |
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A man whose smile touched his eyes, Paul A. Phillips flew into the sunset on May 20, 2017. He wished his family and friends a fond farewell. Paul was born in Royal Oak Township, Michigan on June 11, 1932. His parents Paul Phillips and Marion Swan Phillips, immigrated from Macedonia and Scotland respectively. Paul grew up in Birmingham, Michigan and graduated from Michigan State University with a degree in Business Administration. He joined the Air Force and flew combat missions during two tours in Vietnam. After retirement Paul settled in Phoenix where he sold and managed property with Realty Executives. He also helped to establish St. Peter's Episcopal Church where he served as Jr. Warden and later Sr. Warden. He is survived by his daughters, Kristin Phillips and Heather Sexton (Martin), 2 grandchildren, Jordan Sext<|fim_middle|> be greatly missed by all who knew him. Visitation will be from 9:30 – 11:00 A.M. with a Funeral Service at 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, May 24, 2017 at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix.
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Tom Tilghman
Flew with Paul "back in the day" – a role model, leader, and mighty fine fighter pilot. We reacquainted at flying reunions and he remained the gentleman and nice guy of prior years. Happy landings Paul.
Jimmy D Kempton
I will greatly miss Paul; both as a fighter pilot comrade in arms and as a personal friend. We flew together, played golf together and from time to time, partied together. With Paul it was always the journey, never the destination – but now he has journied to a place where each of us still living must only imagine. A truely "High Flight" indeed ! Jim kempton
Ernest J. C'DeBaca
Deeply sorry to hear the news of Paul's passing. I've only known him for the past seven or so years as a friend of my sister and brother-in-law, but Paul and I started catching day games or Spring Training games when we could over the years. He introduced me to Fall Ball here in Arizona and we always had a blast catching a game or grabbing a meal when others were in town. He was one of the good guys and will be missed. I hope he's catching a game from way better seats now. Cheers my friend.
Jon Bartine
Paul was my Instructor Pilot at Luke AFB in 1967. Always the instructor to be listened to with words of fly wisdom. I credit Paul with saving my life while I was in Vietnam fly the F-100 with his training statement of "Here is what you do if you get to steep, too fast and too low". If it weren't for those words of wisdom, I would be splattered all over Southern Laos. He was on my list of people to find and tell him personally, but I now have to do it this way. Thank you Paul may god rest your soul.
Ron and Peggy Rhoades
Great man,great instructor pilot,great fighter pilot. I had the pleasure of working with him at LAFB, He was always working overtime to train real fighter pilots with great regard for their safety and professionalism. We lunched often at the roach coach with a "bola-soup". We are thankful that we had a nice dinner with Paul and Peggy last month after a long period of noncomunicating.
Peggy and family, sorry that we missed the service for Paul, but we are still realing from Peggy Rs heart problem. | on (Jeff) Ziegler and Lt. Kieran Sexton, and former wife Peggy Phillips Kimball, several godchildren and many close friends. Paul Phillips loved his family and friends, sharing stories over a glass of wine and helping those in need. He will | 54 |
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Do you have a go-to coffee shop in Leith or Edinburgh? Comment below if it's not been mentioned, we're always on the hunt for new places to try. | very memorable as one of the best dishes we've had for breakfast.
If you've not heard of these guys, you're missing a trick. Not only are they coffee experts come micro roasters (since 2016), they have a gorgeous little courtyard complete with hanging fairy lights and plenty of seating. P.s can we just take a moment to appreciate that arty flat white?
This coffee smelt so good it even had Penny's interest.
We stopped off on our walk down Commercial Quay for a mid afternoon coffee at Quay Commons and were not disappointed. The coffee is served in very cute earthenware cups, and we even managed to enjoy their outside seating area thanks to the 'Scottish summer' weather we were experiencing.
Quay Commons also has a selection of fresh fruit and veg to take home, as well as the most tempting cakes and pastries.
I couldn't talk about coffee in Leith without mentioning Finn & Bear. Our go to order at brunch o'clock is a cappuccino as well as one of their fresher than fresh orange juices, and it is fab. Their even serving bottomless coffee with every breakfast during the week between 10AM and 12PM.
On days that I'm not working in the office I always seem to find myself here for a good few hours instead. It's just round the corner from our flat and their coffees are to die for, not to mention their ever growing selection of delicious pastries and cakes. Their lunch menu is also something I'd recommend trying at least once, especially their chicken & avocado wrap | 323 |
Older orphans<|fim_middle|> good life that would likely not be possible without their new family. | in Colombia often have no hope of growing up with a family simply because they have reached the age of eight! But many want - and long for -- a family. Kidsave gives them real hope by bringing them to the US for a 4- or 5-week visit to find a family interested in adopting them. 80% of these kids do find their forever family and are adopted.
Children growing up in Colombian orphanages -- government or private -- do not get the care they need. Older orphans especially, considered "hard-to-place," are often overlooked or forgotten. Many children without parents don't finish high school, and end up homeless and in prisons. They are prime candidates for trafficking, prostitution, terrorists and child soldiering. A stable family provides safety, stability, an environment of trust, and helps a child lead a successful life.
Kidsave brings these kids out of hiding. When families meet the children, something miraculous happens -- they fall in love. Some will adopt; others will become lifelong advocates. Some will simply host -- creating a much-needed bridge for a child to find a permanent loving family.
Since 1999, more than 1,880 children have participated in this "Summer Miracles" program, and over 1430 have been adopted. These children are succeeding: they are graduating from high school, completing college, getting jobs and starting their own families -- reaching their potential and having a | 293 |
By now everyone knows about Andrea, especially in Florida where it's currently bringing high winds and downpours, even tornado<|fim_middle|> midnight and Andrea precip starting tomorrow afternoon/evening into Saturday morning/noon, with a trailing area of precip moving through Saturday night. | es in some areas. The question is, where will it be moving and how will it affect you?
Before I answer that, just a quick look at the storm and what's around it to get an understanding of it all. First up, the current surface map is just to the left. You can see the storm just off the coast of Florida, and a few fronts above it with the central Low (triple point) in Ohio.
Those are the four types of fronts, or boundaries between two large air masses. A warm front means that a large air mass is moving pushing into a colder air mass, cold front is the same but pushing cold into warmer (and is usually faster), a stationary front means that two separate air masses have clashed (still moves slightly towards the warmer air) and occluded means that the cold front has caught up to a warm front and has overtaken it, with the cold air mass pushing under the warm air (cold air is more dense than warm air so it sinks) and they both mix and push ahead.
Now place Tropical Storm Andrea at the bottom of the picture, and you'll see that the winds from the cold front will be driving the storm fairly quickly through the eastern seaboard, and will also clash with the system shearing it as it goes. Shearing means there are cross winds, which cut off the circulation to the storm and weakens it (think about when you use a straw to mix a drink: when you suddenly stop with the straw and go in another direction, the neat little circular current all of the sudden loses it's form; it's sort of like that). Also, because these winds will be shearing the storm and moving it faster, that means that it will not only lose its energy fairly quickly but will also be more spread out with its energy. That means it will be more widespread but less concentrated in intensity.
SO, with all of that said, here's the skinny on how it will most likely be moving in a simple gif below. Just keep in mind what I said above, and that the precipitation from Andrea will combine itself with the precip from those fronts, and you'll get a good idea of why there will be so much precip over a large area.
Also keep in mind that if you're in the tri-state area, you'll be getting precip from the cold front first and THEN Andrea, so frontal precip starting tonight at | 485 |
How To Improve Your Small Business's ESG Performance
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The 2021 UN<|fim_middle|> year.
3. Assess Your Workers' Travel Habits
Business travel and daily commutes to work are areas that present several opportunities for ESG improvement. Where possible, encourage remote conferences to reduce the need for business travel, which accounts for the largest share of carbon emissions in companies like PwC.
You can also conduct a commute-to-work survey to determine whether there are any opportunities to encourage travel by bicycle and public transportation. You may be able to incentivize more sustainable methods of travel under the right circumstances.
4. Show Your Support For A Social Issue
Forming long-term partnerships with groups and organizations in your community is a great way to elevate your corporate social responsibility (CRS) program into a real relationship instead of something you're just obligated to do.
For example, construction businesses that wish to embody the values of fairness, inclusion, and respect (FIR) can partner with community groups to organize job fairs and connect women and minorities — who have historically been underrepresented in construction — with career opportunities.
While every organization has unique ESG criteria, the steps above should help any small business improve itsESG performance in some way or another.
TSBB » Business » How To Improve Your Small Business's ESG Performance | Climate Change Conference (more commonly known as COP26) was an important event for UK business leaders for two reasons.
Firstly, Glasgow's hosting of the conference presented the opportune moment for raising consumer awareness of the need to take specific actions against climate change.
Secondly, new legislation and guidance came into force in the days leading up to and after the conference. These new rules include making Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives a key component of an organization's overall business strategy.
For example, the long-awaited Environment Act finally passed into law in November 2021. The law establishes an official post-Brexit legal framework that will shape environmental standards and legally-binding guidance for air and water quality, biodiversity, and waste management.
Meanwhile, organizations bidding on government contracts with an annual value of at least £5 million will now be required to show evidence of their commitment to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050. Under the procurement policy guidelines in Public Policy Note 06/21, contractors must provide a carbon reduction detailing the source of their carbon emissions and how they plan to offset them.
However, addressing your organization's environmental impact is just one aspect of ESG. Here's what every small business owner should know about implementing an ESG program.
1 What Is An ESG Program?
2 How To Improve Your ESG Performance
2.1 1. Document Your Desired Positive Impact
2.2 2. Identify Your ESG Metrics To Track Progress
2.3 3. Assess Your Workers' Travel Habits
2.4 4. Show Your Support For A Social Issue
3 Over To You
What Is An ESG Program?
In the context of business, an ESG program is a company-wide initiative that considers its impact on workers, customers, and the community where it operates.
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It uses environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) criteria to improve its operating practices, for example, to have a more meaningful impact on society — going beyond generating profits for owners and investors.
The first step of establishing an ESG program for the average small business is to understand its individual components.
E for the Environment: This element of ESG assesses how well your business manages its impact on the environment. With climate change being the existential threat that it is, addressing the environmental component of ESG is often the first thing many small businesses focus on.
S for Social: The social element of ESG evaluates your relationship with the people in your organization and the community you're in. Examples of key areas of focus under this criterion include health and safety, equality, diversity and inclusion, and charitable giving.
G for corporate Governance: Corporate governance refers to the systems through which the organization and its people hold themselves accountable. The governance element of ESG focuses on meeting tax obligations, preventing corrupt practices and fraud, and improving transparency, among others.
How To Improve Your ESG Performance
1. Document Your Desired Positive Impact
The simple act of creating a positive impact statement — a document that outlines your ESG goals — goes a long way towards setting an overall direction for your business and employees.
For example, if your goal is to improve equality, diversity, and inclusion in your workforce (a priority of 85% of UK organizations), your positive impact statement can outline how to meet this goal and how to determine whether you've achieved it.
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This brings us to our next point.
2. Identify Your ESG Metrics To Track Progress
Setting any goal to improve your ESG performance would be useless without any system for measuring your progress. This is where metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) come in.
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If you have recently been diagnosed with AFib you might be feeling a bit confused or even overwhelmed. There is much to learn about this condition and the wide array of treatment options available. Your doctor will help you decide which Afib treatment path is right for you.
Knowledge is the first step toward successful management of AFib. This general overview will help get you get acquainted with some of the main terms and procedures associated with AFib so that you make the best, most informed decisions possible about your health care.
Rate and rhythm control medications are often a first course of action in managing Afib. If you don't respond to or can't tolerate drug therapy for Afib, catheter ablation may be recommended to treat your arrhythmia.
What is rate control medication?
Rate control medication is used to slow your heart rate to less than 100 beats per minute. It works by blocking the electrical impulses that are being improperly generated by the atria. In this way, it prevents those impulses from reaching the ventricles and causing ventricular tachycardia, which can become a life-threatening medical emergency.
What is rhythm control medication?
Learn more about these medications in the prescription drug treatment section.
What are non-pharmacological treatment options for cardiac arrhythmia?
Non-pharmacological options that can be used to treat your arrhythmia may include implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs), cardioversion and catheter ablation.
An ICD is a medical device that is inserted into your chest, like a pacemaker. When an episode of fast, irregular heartbeats begins, the device delivers a shock to end the tachycardia, preventing your heart from going into ventricular fibrillation. Ventricular fibrillation is frequently fatal.
Cardioversion is an arrhythmia treatment that is used to restore your heart's normal rhythm. Chemical cardioversion is implemented using fast<|fim_middle|>eter ablation is a nonsurgical technique that neutralizes parts of the abnormal electrical pathway that is causing your arrhythmia. This AFib treatment technique uses a variety of imaging and monitoring systems that navigate flexible wires, called catheters, into your heart through an artery or vein.
Once inside your heart, one or more catheters are used to pinpoint the source of the abnormal electrical signals. When the source of your arrhythmia is located, the catheter delivers bursts of high-energy waves that eliminate the abnormal areas.
Most patients who receive catheter ablation treatment experience a long-term reduction in the number of episodes of arrhythmia and the severity of symptoms. Many achieve a permanent return to normal heart rhythm.
The catheter ablation section of this site contains more detailed information about this AFib treatment option.
1 Heart Rhythm Society. "Treatments." Copyright, 2004. | -acting drugs. Electrical cardioversion uses an electric current delivered via paddles to your chest.
An electrical cardioversion is performed in a hospital setting such as an emergency room, intensive care unit, recovery room, special procedure room or electrophysiology lab. This split-second interruption of the abnormal beat allows your heart's electrical system to regain control and restore your normal heartbeat. This method does not provide you with a permanent arrhythmia solution.
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Thomas Edison is best remembered<|fim_middle|> York. But I expect to have my improved phonograph ready in four or five months. This will be useful for many purposes. A business man can speak a letter to the machine, and his office boy, who need not be a shorthand writer, can write it down at any time, as rapidly or slowly as he desires. Then we mean to use it to enable persons to enjoy good music at home. Say, for instance, that Adelina Patti sings the 'Blue Danube' into the phonograph. We will reproduce the perforated tin-foil on which her singing is impressed and sell it in sheets. It can be reproduced in any parlor."
On his trip to Washington, Edison also demonstrated the device for members of Congress in the Capitol. And during a night visit to the White House, he demonstrated the machine for President Rutherford B. Hayes. The president was so excited he woke up his wife so she could hear the phonograph.
Edison's plans for the phonograph were ambitious, but they were essentially set aside for a time. He had a good reason to get distracted, as he directed most of his attention in late 1878 to working on another remarkable invention, the incandescent lightbulb.
In the 1880s, the novelty of the phonograph seemed to fade for the public. One reason was that recordings on tin foil were very fragile and couldn't really be marketed. Other inventors spent the 1880s making improvements on the phonograph, and finally, in 1887, Edison turned his attention back to it.
In 1888 Edison began marketing what he called the Perfected Phonograph. The machine was greatly improved, and used recordings engraved onto wax cylinders. Edison began marketing recordings of music and recitations, and the new business slowly caught on.
One unfortunate detour occurred in 1890 when Edison marketed talking dolls which had a small phonograph machine inside them. The problem was that the miniature phonographs tended to malfunction, and the doll business quickly ended and was considered a business disaster.
By the late 1890s, Edison phonographs began to flood the market. The machines had been costly, approximately $150 a few years earlier. But as prices dropped to $20 for a standard model, the machines became widely available.
The early Edison cylinders could only hold about two minutes of music. But as the technology was improved, a great variety of selections could be recorded. And the ability to mass produce cylinders meant the recordings could get out to the public.
Edison had essentially created the first record company, and he soon had competition. Other companies began producing cylinders, and eventually, the recording industry moved on to discs.
One of Edison's main competitors, the Victor Talking Machine Company, became extremely popular in the early years of the 20th century by selling recordings contained on discs. Eventually, Edison also moved from cylinders to discs.
Edison's company continued to be profitable well into the 1920s. But finally, in 1929, sensing competition from a newer invention, the radio, Edison shut down his recording company.
By the time Edison left the industry he had invented, his phonograph had changed how people lived in profound ways. | as the inventor of the electric light bulb, but he first attracted great fame by creating an astounding machine that could record sound and play it back. In the spring of 1878, Edison dazzled crowds by appearing in public with his phonograph, which would be used to record people talking, singing, and even playing musical instruments.
It's hard to imagine how shocking the recording of sounds must have been. Newspaper reports of the time describe . And it became clear very quickly that the ability to record sounds might change the world.
After some distractions, and a few missteps, Edison eventually built a company which created and sold recordings, essentially inventing the record company. His products made it possible for professional quality music to be heard in any home.
In 1877, Thomas Edison was known for having patented improvements on the telegraph. He was operating a successful business that manufactured devices such as his machine that could record telegraph transmissions so they could be decoded later.
Edison's recording of telegraph transmissions did not involve recording the sounds of the dots and dashes, but rather notations of them which were embossed onto paper. But the concept of recording inspired him to wonder if sound itself could be recorded and played back.
The playing back of the sound, not the recording of it, was actually the challenge. A French printer, Edoard-Leon Scott de Martinville, had already devised a method by which he could record lines on paper that represented sounds. But the notations, called "phonautographs," were merely that, written records. The sounds could not be played back.
Edison's vision was for a sound to be captured by some mechanical method and then played back. He spent several months working on devices that might do that, and when he achieved a working model, he filed for a patent on the phonograph in late 1877, and the patent was awarded to him on February 19, 1878.
The process of experimentation seems to have begun in the summer of 1877. From Edison's notes we know he had determined that a diaphragm vibrating from sound waves could be attached to an embossing needle. The point of the needle would score a moving piece of paper to make a recording. As Edison wrote that summer, the "vibrations are indented nicely and there is no doubt that I shall be able to store up and reproduce at any future time the human voice perfectly."
For months, Edison and his assistants worked to build a device that could score the vibrations into a recording medium. By November they arrived at the concept of a rotating brass cylinder, around which tin foil would be wrapped. Part of a telephone, called a repeater, would function as a microphone, converting the vibrations of a human voice into grooves which a needle would score into the tin foil.
Edison's instinct was that the machine would be able to "talk back." And when he yelled the nursery rhyme "Mary Had a Little Lamb" into it as he turned the crank, he was able to record his own voice so that it could be played back.
Until the invention of the phonograph, Edison had been a businesslike inventor, producing improvements on the telegraph designed for the business market. He was respected in the business world and scientific community, but he was not widely known to the general public.
The news that he could record sound changed that. And it also seemed to make Edison realize that the phonograph would change the world.
He published an in a prominent American magazine, the North American Review, in which he set forth what he called "a clearer conception of the immediate realizations of the phonograph."
Edison naturally thought of usefulness in the office, and the first purpose for the phonograph he listed was for dictating letters. Besides being used to dictate letters, Edison also envisioned recordings that could be sent through the mail.
"Books may be read by the charitably-inclined professional reader, or by such readers especially employed for that purpose, and the record of such book used in the asylums of the blind, hospitals, the sick-chamber, or even with great profit and amusement by the lady or gentleman whose eyes and hands may be otherwise employed; or, again, because of the greater enjoyment to be had from a book when read by an elocutionist than when read by an average reader."
"It will henceforth be possible to preserve for future generations the voices as well as the words of our Washington, our Lincolns, our Gladstones, etc., and to have them give us their 'greatest effort' in every town and hamlet in the country, upon our holidays."
And, of course, Edison saw the phonograph as a useful tool for recording music. But he did not yet seem to realize that the recording and selling of music would become a major business, which he would eventually dominate.
In early 1878, word of the phonograph circulated in newspaper reports, as well as in journals such as Scientific American. The Edison Speaking Phonograph Company had been launched in early 1878 to manufacture and market the new device.
In the spring of 1878, Edison's public profile increased as he engaged in public demonstrations of his invention. He traveled to Washington, D.C. in April to demonstrate the device at a meeting of the National Academy of Sciences held at the on April 18, 1878.
The described how Edison drew such a crowd that meeting room doors had been taken off their hinges to afford a better view to those left standing in the hallway.
"The instrument I have here is only useful as showing the principle involved. It reproduces words only one-third or one-fourth as loud as one I have in New | 1,177 |
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David Staples: The politics of making Accidental Beach permanent
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By the accident of good timing, Accidental Beach is an election issue. The beach popped up at just the right time to coincide with the Oct. 16 vote.
Located in Cloverdale on a natural gravel spit on the river, the beach formed this past summer as an unintended consequence of the new Tawatina LRT bridge construction. Massive rock berms were built on either side of the river to allow for construction of the bridge's two piers. These berms slowed the river, so it dropped its load of sandy silt on the spit.
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This election, numerous candidates are vowing to keep the beach, at least if parking, safety and environmental concerns can be addressed.
"I love it, I love it!" said communications strategist Sarah Hamilton, who is running in Ward 5 in the west end. "One of the planks of my campaign has been that we're so close to the river but we have a very distant relationship with it … Accidental Beach is a kilometre of really nice beach. People want to spend time along the river, so let's find out a way to make that happen."
"It has the potential to be a real gem for our city," said planning official Alison Poste, who is running in the northeast in Ward 4.
"I think I'd keep it, that's for sure," said engineer Hassan Haymour, another Ward 4 candidate. "Everyone is going there … You have a mini-vacation in Edmonton. It's a wonderful thing."
The future of the beach was front and centre at a Cloverdale forum on the future of the downtown river valley Wednesday night. Of course, not all candidates favour keeping the beach. Some point to safety concerns about swimming in the river, others to water pollution. Some bring up the issue of public parking and a lack of amenities in the area. But the majority of the several dozen candidates I've canvassed are intent on finding a way to keep the beach, as opposed to finding arguments to shut it down.
We must not go the way of Saskatoon and its beach, says Ward 6 candidate Tish Prouse, an archeologist: "That beach was quashed. I think that was a huge mistake. Because if you remember how many people were enjoying this (Edmonton) beach, this is the opportunity to be a catalyst on showing Edmonton how to connect to the river and then why it's important that we need to be responsible for it."
One firm voice against the beach comes from Ward 8 candidate Heather Workman, a face painter known as Lady Dolphin.
"It is not natural," Workman said of the beach. "And if we're going to be the kind of people that believe in maintaining the natural river valley, which is what I believe in, we have to take a look at how industry has created this.
"I'm very reluctant to support Accidental Beach and I think it's very wrong for elected officials to promote it as a game changer, or to promote that we're going to do this, when it's the public or the citizens who need to articulate whether they want it or not."
I don't agree with Workman's take, but I'll let her fellow Ward 8 candidate James Kosowan, a high school social studies teacher, make the argument.
"The Accidental Beach has built a constituency to actually protect this river," he said. "The more people who use this river, the more they are going to care about it and make sure we invest in cleaning it up and being able to use it."
As for Accidental Beach putting pressure on Cloverdale, Kosowan has the perfect solution — more such beaches at more bends in the river.
"This is not the only sandbar on the North Saskatchewan River," he said. "There are others … Maybe we could have three or four along the river and spread out the enjoyment of these along the river. We'd all be better for it.
"Yes, it will cost a little investment, but this is a low impact thing that will then lead to greater enjoyment of the river for everybody. And it's the city's river, not just the communities that border it. And people did vote for this. They voted with their blankets and their water toys and so on to use this river. They want it."
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This past weekend I went to my old high school to see the senior show. My best friend from when I was in high school was directing it, and I always go to her shows to support her. But this show was different for me than any in the past. Aside from being in my old high school, I actually knew some of the kids. They were kids that I babysat when they were 3,4, and 5 years old. As the show went on, I didn't even recognize 2 of them, but 1 I knew, and when she started singing her solo, I was amazed and almost brought to tears with the voice that came from her. I was so proud, all these years later.
Truth be told — if someone was to point out one of my babysitters from when I was a kid, I would not remember them to save my life. But I couldn't resist. I recognized the parents of one of the kids in the audience and had to introduce myself. I hadn't seen them since I was 17, but I don't look that different and they remembered me. They pulled their son over to meet me again, and I knew he wouldn't remember me. Like I said, he was way too young. But before me was a man, a 16 year old man that I used to care for. It was a very sobering reality that I really am not a kid anymore. How can I be? The kids I watched aren't kids anymore.
Back<|fim_middle|> these young people were doing all the things that I did.
After a wide-eyed mini heart attack I realized that that was the time to do this. I came to college way ahead of many of my classmates because of my experiences in high school. Through my work I see a very different kind of teenager, an urban teenager. They don't have the same life experiences as these suburban kids for sure. They have to deal with much more serious stuff. These kids have very little to worry about and can make many dumb mistakes knowing that in the end, everything will be okay.
I also realized this. Some of the emotions you have in high school don't change. I look at people I knew when I was young who married their high school sweethearts and I realize how important those formative years really are. What age does for you is give you more time for more experiences, more time apart from what has happened to review with a new perspective. There is a lot that you learn, but you can be just as confused or just as certain in your emotions at 30 as you are at 18.
In being with these kids, I immediately felt the need to care for them, to mentor them, kind of like a big sister. They are about to go off on their next journey, one where they will have to take on a new world of responsibility that they never knew before. I wanted to hold them close and let them know that it will be fun and it will be okay. But somehow, they will learn this their own way, as I have.
Last week, I arrived late at night to a hotel on a business trip. I couldn't wait to get into my room and just relax. On the first try, they sent me to a room that was already occupied by my photographer (somehow they thought we were sharing a room and I was not about to share a room with my male colleague, though it did make for an interesting story the next day) So they gave me another room. At this point, it's about 11:30 at night and I had a meeting at 8 AM. I just wanted to shower and go to bed. Turns out, this room was a smoking room. They still have those? Apparently! I couldn't bare going back downstairs to ask for another room, and I reasoned with myself that I wouldn't be in there that much, so I sucked it up… and it sucked!
I'm not a smoker. Never have been, never will be. And quite frankly, I don't understand people who still are. I can't imagine paying $9 a pack for something that will slowly kill me. I was thrilled when smoking was banned in restaurants and bars, and I've gotten so used to not breathing in smoke, that when I walk down the street I get offended when somebody six feet away from me is smoking.
But I wasn't always so against smoking. I had a lot of good friends and boyfriends that smoked (some eek — still do), and many people assumed that I did too, probably because of the company I kept. Kids my age smoked when they hung out, when they drove around, when they went clubbing or bar hopping. Smoking was "cool." And of course, I had to try it. How could I make an educated decision without trying it? I think trying smoking is a rite of passage. It's when you make the right decision not to be a smoker that you can be declared a responsible adult.
So sorry mom and dad. I tried smoking for the first time in 7th grade. I was hanging out with friends in town when we came across an abandoned pack, probably left behind by other teenagers scared off by lurking cops. Over the years, I would have a cigarette on occasion, but there was never any commitment.
I think there can be a time and place for smoking; a rare time and place when you are just so hammered or hungover nothing will help except a little inhalation. I do credit cigarettes with helping me recover from an alcohol-induced upset stomach on occasion (hey, we all have our remedies). Of course, at the point I was already doing a ton of damage.
But all in all, I can't stand smoking. It's amazing to me the change in the culture of smoking that has taken place in my lifetime. It's certainly been a long time coming! It's great that my kids won't have to inhale the stuff everywhere they go like past generations. Now, if only smoking was banned in hotels, I would have slept much better. One day, I'm sure. One day.
Want to hear from a reformed smoker? Click here! | to the girl with the solo. I got to see her and her parents after the show and was amazed that she actually remembered me. She was one of my favorite kids (I probably watched over 20 kids in my 6 year career as a babysitter), and she said to me, "You were my favorite babysitter!" and I just melted. I could hold on to that moment forever.
In watching the show, I was really taken back to when I was once on that same stage. I remember my relationships and the social situation in school. I remember and still reminisce about the crazy and sometimes stupid things I did at that age. As I watched these young men and women bop around on stage for what is likely to be for most of them the last time they ever do something like that, I realized that it was their turn, that | 174 |
We all give. We're all kind and generous. It's<|fim_middle|>. Truly. Those feelings from your giving bring about more happiness to be experienced and then easily shared.
Let's all have some more of those! | in our nature.
We write the checks, make the donations, watch the kids, pick up the mail.
And then we move on to the next to-do on the list without a second thought or skipped beat.
There's also a lot of growth to be had in giving, if we'll only take a little extra time and a slightly different approach.
According to Professor Raj from the Life of Happiness and Fulfillment class I'm taking, we can have an "inner transformation" just by doing a kind and generous act. That means taking time to be fully in the moment so as to fully notice the impact. Not just on our recipient, but very importantly, on ourselves.
"The gift is in the giving", they say. It works both ways.
A friend of mine used to not only buy his morning coffee, but also that of the person behind him. A driver paid her road toll and the driver's behind her. A man put his trash cans back in place each Wednesday, as well as his disabled neighbor's. A friend left a basket of flowers and favorite candies on her downtrodden friend's doorstep.
We've all heard about those "random acts of kindness" and how nice people can be to others. I bet you've been the giver and maybe even the receiver of some of those kind acts. What if we consciously did more of those things AND paid closer attention to the gifts?
A recent class exercise in the Life of Happiness and Fulfillment was called "Creative Altruism". We students were to choose a recipient of our action, decide what to do for them, then carry it out, and write a brief report, highlighting the resulting emotions – not just theirs but OURs too.
The little boys, ages 4 and 6, next door love to come over and "scare" us in their Halloween costumes, chit chat in the front yard, and bring Valentines cards. I decided to thank them for being good neighbors in the form of home-made M&M cookies. I delivered the heaping plate of colorful cookies to grateful boys, returned home and felt such a sense of joy. What was that?
Happiness. Satisfaction. Pride. Gratitude. Love.
Good things, GIFTS, we all need more of.
The point of this exercise was that the most rewarding, inner-growth inducing gestures are those that make us, the Givers, feel good too. We must be kind and generous to ourselves while doing the same for others. This healthy kind of generosity triggers an "inner transformation".
How about your own little exercise in "creative altruism" this week? Choose your target and your action, then get going!
1- Include yourself in the generous act – make sure you're being kind to yourself too – make it easy and within your budget, for instance.
2- Notice the impact of your generosity and feel the rewarding emotions – notice the recipient's reaction, and pay attention to yours just as much.
3- Have fun in the giving – make your generous act something you enjoy doing anyway and for someone you enjoy helping.
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A compass has a floating needle that cannot help but point north. If you drop or<|fim_middle|> Bible says we have become a new creation in Christ. He never leaves or forsakes us and however often we may feel that we drop our compass, Jesus will always ensure that we are realigned with him.
John 14:6 – I am the way the truth and the life.
As a compass brings direction to those who see it so we should be confident that we can point others to Jesus. | shake the compass, although the needle will move and spin, whatever happens it will always settle and return to point north.
In the same way God would impress on us that as we face the storms and bumps and scrapes of the world and sometimes feel that our compass is wobbling and rotating, as if it has been dropped, and our true direction can sometimes seem hard to see, nonetheless as we rest in Jesus, our pointer will always return to north – our compass will always be realigned with him. The | 104 |
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Forests covers almost 31% of land are of our planet. They produce vital oxygen and provide homes for people and wildlife.
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The Last Kick of your Life is an album of the imagination. Mysterious and enchanting, through tunnels of space, time and the deep mind. Intricetly layered collages of sound woven intro theatrical fabrics of harmony. Grungy and analog with a glitchy digital heartbeat, this is Faxi<|fim_middle|> enchanting grooves. | Nadu's unique version of a psytrance musical.
Anomalistic Records is proud to present the debut release from ZY / Amanojaku with "Womtek Julla" (free mind). This release contains 4 songs wich express the way the artist sees this weird & strange life, and the world we live in. This delightfull story features powerfull arrangements and intense melodic scenes, mixed with energetic basslines and | 88 |
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The Mercedes-Benz B Class…
Like a normal Benz, but smaller
Published 6 months ago in January 7, 2019
The Mercedes-Benz B Class is, and let's get to the bedrock here, average. It's neither dynamic nor exiting, but at the same time, it's not terrible. It's a car. You can put people, things<|fim_middle|>'t know what is?
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So why the hell are we talking about it? Well, there's no getting away from the fact this is a Mercedes-Benz, and as such, it's well screwed-together bit of kit. And as a used car, it makes a lot of sense. It didn't, however, make much sense when new. You see, you can't be Mercedes-Benz and release an average car. The expectation is too high, and anything sub-par simply won't cut the mustard. The B Class is a wheeled example of that. Mercedes-Benz thought it would build on what it had learned from the A Class and offer a slightly bigger people mover. But it phoned it in. There wasn't a lot of effort put in at all. As such, the B Class was substandard. But only in terms of fitting in with its showroom peers. Once it got out into the open, and once the pressure was off, the B Class could, well, it could just be.
It was then, when it cut ties with the dealership and consequently escaped the pressure put upon it by snarling C Classes, that the B Class started to make sense. It became better than average, because it was being sacked against offering from Ford, Volkswagen ad Vauxhall, and against them, it was impressive. It was, and after all still is, a Mercedes-Benz. The build quality is exceptional, the reliability is strong and thanks to clever design, it's rather pleasingly practical. Good on it.
It wasn't all good though. The B Class was a bit of a wet blanket to drive. The chassis was overly-soft, and the steering left the driver wondering if they'd actually turned the wheel, or if they had imagined it. Inputs seemed to have minimal say on the B Cass' direction of travel. This wasn't helped by Benz's overenthusiastic Steer Control system, which worked to stop the driver steering the wrong way in the event of a break in traction. But hey, the B Class wasn't designed to hunt apexes. It was built to carry children and dogs and whatever was on sale at the garden centre over a particular weekend.
Engine-wise, the B Class borrowed everything from the A Class. The range opened with the wheezy 1.5 petrol that kicked out a deeply underwhelming 95bhp. Avoid this one at all costs unless you like to move at a glacial pace. Also, avoid the 116bhp 1.7 as it's not much better. The naturally-aspirated 2.0 petrol with 136bhp is a decent performer, and probably the best all-rounder. You could have the 2.0 with a blower on it, resulting in 193bhp. But it was woefully thirsty at 34mpg. More than that though, it just didn't suit the B Class. It was the automotive equivalent of putting Jordans on your gran.
If you prefer your liquid dinosaurs to be motivated by compression rather than spark, there were two options. Both used the same 2.0 diesel, but one had 109bhp and was about as fast as your fridge, the other had 140bhp and was about as fast as your fridge if you pushed it down the stairs. Don't bother with either though. To keep going with the white goods metaphors, they were about as refined as a washing machine full of gravel.
Inside, the B Class was a nice enough place to be. It fell short when compared to the rest of the Benz range, but when stacked against other brands, it was pretty good. There was no flair or fun though. It was very Germanic and functional. Nobody in the design office cracked a joke when they were penning the dash, put it that way. It's all very logical and formulaic.
The B Class continued to rob ideas from the A Class when it came to the driving position. The 'sandwich floor' concept, which stops the engine smashing into your shins in the event of a crash meant you sat high, but with the floor close by. It's odd, but you get used to it. And thanks tot he tall roof-line, you're not losing any headroom.
There you go then, the Mercedes-Benz B Class. It wasn't a particularly good Mercedes, but it was and still is a good used bargain. If you can get over the fact it looks like a hamster that's swallowed a toaster, you should be fine. It's solid, it's reliable, it's practical and it's got that three-pointed star on the front. And if that's not what Not £2 Grand is all about, we don | 1,020 |
Elbe Day, April 25, 1945, is the day Soviet and American troops met at the Elbe River, near Torgau in Germany, marking an important step toward the end of World War II in Europe. This contact between the Soviets, advancing from the east, and the Americans, advancing from the west, meant that the two powers had effectively cut Germany in two.
Elbe Day has never been an official holiday in any country, but in the years after 1945 the memory of this friendly encounter gained new significance in the context of the Cold War between the U.S. and the Soviet Union.
History
The first contact between American and Soviet patrols occurred near Strehla, after First Lieutenant Albert Kotzebue, an American soldier, crossed the River Elbe in a boat with three men of an intelligence and reconnaissance platoon. On the east bank they met forward elements of a Soviet Guards rifle regiment of the First Ukrainian Front, under the command of Lieutenant Colonel Alexander Gordeyev. The same day, another patrol under Second Lieutenant William Robertson with Frank Huff, James McDonnell and Paul Staub met a Soviet patrol commanded by Lieutenant Alexander Silvashko on the destroyed Elbe bridge of Torgau.
On April 26, the commander of the 69th Infantry Division of the First Army, Emil F. Reinhardt, and the commander of the 58th Guards Rifle Division of the 5th Guards Army, Vladimir Rusakov, met at Torgau, southwest of Berlin. Arrangements were made for the formal "Handshake of Torgau" between Robertson and Silvashko in front of photographers the following day, April 27.
The Soviet, American, British and French governments released simultaneous statements that evening in London, Moscow, and Washington, reaffirming the determination of the Allied powers to complete the destruction of the Third Reich.
Commemorations
Monuments at Torgau, Lorenzkirch, and Bad Liebenwerda commemorate the first encounters between U.S. and Soviet troops on Elbe Day. In the United States, a "Spirit of the Elbe" plaque at Arlington National Cemetery commemorates the day.
In 1949 the Soviet film studio Mosfilm commemorated Elbe Day in the black-and-white film Encounter at the Elbe.
During the Cold War the meeting of the two armies was often recalled as a symbol of peace and friendship between the people of the two antagonistic superpowers. For<|fim_middle|>". His remains are buried in a cemetery in Torgau.
American singer-songwriter Fred Small commemorated Joseph Polowsky and Elbe Day in his song "At The Elbe".
In 1988 a plaque titled "Der Geist der Elbe" ("Spirit of the Elbe") was mounted on a stone near Torgau at the site of the encounter between troops of the U.S. 69th Infantry and the Soviet Guards.
In 1995 the Russian Federation issued a three-ruble coin commemorating the 50th anniversary of Elbe Day.
By 2010, the 65th anniversary of the event, Elbe Day events in Torgau were held annually on the weekend closest to April 25, attracting tourists to the city. Also in 2010, the U.S. and Russian presidents for the first time issued a joint statement on April 25 commemorating Elbe Day.
The meeting at the Elbe is represented in the war strategy game R.U.S.E., released in 2010 and 2011 and based loosely on World War II events.
See also
Joseph Polowsky
Line of contact
Citations
References
External links
The War is Over - American and Russian troops meet at the Elbe, A People At War, U.S. National Archives and Records Administration
Nora FitzGerald, Elbe Day commemorated 26 April 2010, Russia Beyond the Headlines, article with photos slideshow.
"Remembering War" simulcast between US and USSR / Satellite Linkup to Reunite Soviet and American WW II Vets - UCSD press release April 29, 1985
Aftermath of World War II in Germany
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April 1945 events in Europe | example, in 1961 the popular Russian song "Do the Russians Want War?" evoked the memory of American and Soviet soldiers embracing at the Elbe River.
Joseph Polowsky, an American soldier who met Soviet troops on Elbe Day, was deeply affected by the experience and devoted much of his life to opposing war. He commemorated Elbe Day each year in his hometown of Chicago and unsuccessfully petitioned the United Nations to make April 25 a "World Day of Peace | 100 |
Q: Taylor's series for Lie groups Let $G_1$ and $G_2$ be two (matrix) Lie groups, with $L(G_1)$ and $L(G_2)$ their respective Lie algebras.
I am interested to know if there is a well developed theory to approximate a (sufficiently) smooth function $f:G_1 \rightarrow G_2$ using a "Taylor's series" expansion.
That is, I'd like to know how I can compute the functions $a_i: L(G_1) \rightarrow L(G_2)$, $i = 1,2, \dots$ such that the following identity holds
$
f(g \exp( \varepsilon \zeta)) = f(g) \exp( \varepsilon a_1(\zeta) + \frac{\varepsilon^2}{2!} a_2(\zeta) + \frac{\varepsilon^3}{3!} a_3(\zeta) + \dots)
$
with $\varepsilon \in \mathbb{R}$ and $\zeta \in L(G_1)$.
Clearly, $a_1(\zeta) = f(g)^{-1} Df(g)\cdot g\zeta$...
Thanks.
A: Let me sketch a solution as a three step process:
For smooth function $f:M\to G_2$ consider its left logarithmic differential
$\delta^l f\in \Omega^1(M,\mathfrak g_2)$ which satisfies the right Maurer-Cartan equation
$d(\delta^l f) +\frac12 [\delta^l f,\delta^lf]=0$. It can be reconstructed on simply connected domains in $M$ uniquely up to constant right translation from $\delta^l f$. This called the Cartan development.
See 4.2 of here, e.g., for a detailed proof.
Thus for $f:G_1\to G_2$ we have $\delta^l f\in \Omega^1(G_1,\mathfrak g_2)$. By left trivializing $TG_1$ we can view $\delta^l f$ as an element of
$C^\infty (G_1, L(\mathfrak g_1,\mathfrak g_2))$.
Thm 2.6 in the following paper is the Taylor theorem with remainder term for functions on a Lie group $G_1$ (with values in a vector space, here $L(\mathfrak g_1,\mathfrak g_2))$. The infinite Taylor series factors to a linear functional on the universal enveloping algebra of the Lie algebra<|fim_middle|>1987), 235-- 246 (pdf)
Putting all together again, we get a Taylor series with remainder term for a smooth mapping $G_1\to G_2$.
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*Peter W. Michor: The cohomology of the diffeomorphism group is a Gelfand-Fuks cohomology. Rendiconti del Circolo Matematico di Palermo, Serie II, Suppl. 14 ( | 64 |
In ancient mythology, Achilles was the mightiest warrior representing the Greeks in the Trojan War. His namesake tendons share some of those "mighty" characteristics: they're the thickest, toughest, and strongest of their kind. Your Achilles tendons are able to support and lift the full weight of your body each time you walk, run, jump, or land.
Unfortunately, like the Greek hero, they're not indestructible. Painful Achilles tendon conditions are among the most common athletic injuries, especially among active young and middle-aged adults, and they can really get in the way of enjoying favorite activities.
Also known as the "heel cord," the Achilles attaches the calf muscles (plantaris, gastrocnemius, soleus) to the heel bone, or calcaneus. It stretches from around the low-to-mid calf to the heel, where it gradually narrows and inserts into the bone.
Achilles tendon injuries tend to occur more commonly among middle-aged men, particularly those who suddenly increase the intensity of their activities. Those who rapidly increase their running mileage or who fit the profile of a "weekend warrior," packing in a lot of sports or outdoor hobbies during their days off, are most at risk. Tendons tend to weaken and lose flexibility with age, making active adults especially susceptible. However, Achilles injuries can happen to just about anyone at any age.
The most famous (or infamous) painful Achilles tendon condition is Achilles tendinitis. This problem tends to start with a mild ache that shows up in the back of the leg or just above the heel after a burst of activity—for example, going for a run.<|fim_middle|> single, powerful force—for example, an awkward landing or pivot. Pain is often immediate and severe. Swelling follows, and walking may be extremely difficult.
Achilles tendon ruptures may be repaired conservatively or surgically. Conservative treatment requires a period of immobilization in a cast or walking boot. There are pros and cons to each approach, although generally speaking surgery offers a higher overall success rate, with greater function and less chance of a later re-injury. That said, we always strive to do what's best for the individual patient and help you meet your personal needs and goals. We'll discuss each option with you thoroughly so that we can arrive at a decision together.
When treating an Achilles injury, it's important not just to look at the fixing the symptoms, but also correct the underlying causes. Common contributing factors to injury include flat feet, tight calf muscles, or even ill-fitting shoes. Dr. Wilks will help you address these and other possible risks through preventative measures such as footwear or training modifications, orthotics, or physical therapy. The goal is to keep you on your feet and enjoying your activities without pain for as long as possible!
If your Achilles is hurting, give the Wilks Advanced Foot Care in Roseburg, OR a call. You can reach us by dialing (541) 673-0742 today. | As time goes on, that ache may get worse and worse, and occur alongside episodes of tenderness, stiffness, or swelling.
Achilles tendinitis is an overuse injury, meaning it isn't caused by a particular accident or injury. Instead, repetitive stresses from periods of activity strain the tendon fibers faster than the body can repair them. The good news is that it can almost always be treated successfully through conservative therapies. Traditional treatments tend to include a combination of rest, physical therapy, exercises, and orthotics. Our office is also proud to offer MLS laser therapy, a more advanced and non-invasive tool that can be very effective at relieving painful inflammation and boosting your body's natural healing processes.
The Achilles can partially or completely rupture when stretched beyond its limit. Damage is usually due to a | 162 |
Nebraska defensive back Charles Jackson has suffered a knee injury for the second time in 7 months. This time, however, it is not as serious compared to the one he suffered in August when his season was ended prematurely.
Jackson will need arthroscopic knee surgery, but is expected to be full strength by the time fall camp opens. Jackson was expected to be a starter at nickel back in 2014 before the injury knocked him out for the year.
Jackson played in 26 games during the 2012 and 2013 seasons. In 2012, he recorded 11 tackles while in 2013 he recorded only 7. He played mostly on special teams and as<|fim_middle|> class, and ensuring that their bowl experience is a memorable one. I will find a head coach to uphold the great tradition at Wisconsin, someone who is committed to excellence both on and off the field.
It has been stated that Andersen has struggled with the high academic standards in place at Wisconsin while trying to bring in junior college transfers.
One name that will undoubtedly come up in the search for Andersen's replacement is current Pittsburgh Panthers head coach Paul Chryst. Chryst was the offensive coordinator at Wisconsin from 2005 through 2011 under Bret Bielema and also played quarterback for the Badgers from 1986-1988. | a backup defensive back.
Nebraska has already completed one week of their spring practice allotment of 15. Spring practice culminates with the Red-White spring game on Saturday, April 11 for the Cornhuskers.
Gary Andersen has decided to leave the of Wisconsin Badgers for the Oregon State Beavers. Andersen let Athletic Director Barry Alvarez know of his decision to leave on Tuesday.
Andersen went 19-7 in the two season he spent in Madison. He was previously the head coach at Utah State where he went 26-24 overall. His last season with the Aggies yielded an 11-2 record and a WAC Championship. Andersen fills the void left by Mike Riley's move to the Nebraska Cornhuskers earlier this month.
"I began working to find a new head coach as soon as I spoke with Gary this morning," athletic director Barry Alvarez said. "My first concern is taking care of the players on the current team, especially the senior | 202 |
Get rid of those cards causing you to spend.
Spring-cleaning means more than just lightening your closets and wiping down window sills - it means taking a look at your finances and clearing away those items that are holding you back from being as financially stable as you'd like to be. Certainly there are subscriptions you acquired or memberships you took up that you didn't get as much use out of as you thought. Now is the time to take a good hard look at these expenses and decide if they are necessary.
Take a look at how you spent money during the winter to find areas for improvement. While you paid additional for items like heating and you think these expenses won't be included in the spring or summer budget, these warm months have expenses unique from other seasons. When the sun comes out, it is easier to walk to your favorite restaurant or find a beer garden, not to mention the family vacation.
According to Reliance Bank, it is important to not only eliminate expenses you find to be not worth it, but also apply this attitude to similar expenses going forward. After all, what is the point of eliminating these expenses from your budget if you are going to find new items to fill it up with? The point of shedding your budget down is to keep it down, not build it back up in a new way.
"Discount or not, spending is spending."
If you are like most people, you have a collection of credit cards in your wallet from various stores or food establishments. These are seen as efficient because they make it so you can shop easily without always having to pay for items on the spot, but this is not a good habit to get into. When spring-cleaning, go through your collection of cards and remove those<|fim_middle|> you may use them, and discount or not, spending is spending.
Cash is easy to spend, which is why you should only carry a small amount with you. If you get in the habit of only taking a little bit wherever you go, you can also get into the habit of only spending that much. Sure, there is nothing stopping you from using your credit card if you want, but have some restraint and limit yourself to a certain amount of cash for the week. Use your credit card for bigger purchases, or items for which you'll receive rewards back. But when it comes to cash, Dominion Credit Union recommended a good rule is to carry only as much as you are willing to lose.
Apply spring-cleaning to all aspects of your life, including your wallet, and take the spring and summer on with a clean slate and attitude. | that are causing you to spend more than you should, as noted by freecreditscore.com.
Maybe you rely on your Starbucks card every day, keep eating at the local sandwich place because if you buy 10 items then the 11th is free or perhaps you just can't get enough of the discounts your department store membership card provides you. The truth is, if you left these all at home, then you would be less likely to go into these stores at all. This doesn't mean you have to throw the cards away, but save them for when they are necessary. If they are just always in your purse or wallet, | 130 |
For me, paintings are all about expressing the visual impact of experience – a feeling, a mood, a sense of awe and wonder of the world and our place in it – the world of the senses and the gift of life. Painting is all about color and shapes<|fim_middle|>.I. College; B.F.A. Painting and Illustration, Massachusetts College of Art. | , texture and light, using the elements and principles of design to create a visual unity and the illusion of form. To create my paintings I use a variety of techniques that sometimes initiates questions about what methods I used to create them.
My paintings are often completed in my studio over many days and certainly hours of painting and decisions that I make over time in the quiet solitude of my studio or on location away from the bustle of everyday activities. It is both time consuming and timeless, for once the action of painting begins I am often lost in a space without time, more related to spiritual meditation than an activity shared with an audience. Therefore, she would rather show you a painting from start to finish in a demonstration. She would like to show you finished paintings and beginnings and demonstrate some of the techniques that she used to create them.
I shall bring my materials and talk with you about them as I demonstrate particular techniques. I hope to bring to you answers to your questions and share with you the universal bond that artists enjoy.
Sally Caswell is a New England artist noted for her en plein air drawings and paintings, resonant with color, that reveal her keen sense of observation, evoking a mood and a sense of place. A Copley Artist of the Copley Society of Artists, Boston, a Signature Artist Life Member of the Rhode Island Watercolor Society, and Master Artist of Cape Cod Art Center. She holds an M.F.A. Visual Design/Painting with Distinguished Thesis, UMA/ Dartmouth; M.A.E.-equivalency, Ceramics Education, R | 320 |
SALALAH, June 6 – Cyclone Mekunu has made Dhofar colourful and stunning before the advent of Khareef. The cyclone did make lots of noise but left many things for the visitors, to behold and indulge. It has left behind a strong combination of rage and tenderness of the nature. The rage has put a huge task of rebuilding many roads and bridges in front of the authorities in Salalah, while its tenderness is all pervasive all over in the forms of greenery, waterfalls and springs which are the identity of Salalah during Khareef. Same lot of people, who were the victims of the cyclone a couple days back, are seen running towards those sites to have a glimpse of the nature's beauty which has erupted suddenly.
No one would have seen so much of water in decades falling from Darbat heights and merging into the canal called Wadi Darbat, which is also a signature tourist spot of Salalah. And the gushing water is an assurance for all kinds of prospective visitors during the ensuing Eid holidays or during the season Khareef that it would be a scene to be seen for many months. The approach to Wadi Darbat has been affected, but that is not an issue due to the fact that one really need not go near the Wadi to have a glimpse of waterfall caused by the massive flow of water. It is visible from quite a distance.
Not only Wadi Darbat, many other waterfalls have emerged around Salalah. Some insignificant spots have also become important and many people are seen visiting even a place like Ain Gogob. "The beauty of the place is worth seeing as I have never seen so much of pure water flowing in Ain Gogob," said Sandeep Ojha, a keen traveller and trekker of tourist spots. His friends call him an encyclopedia of tourist sites in Salalah.Similar is the case with Ain Arzat in the east and Ain Garziz in west of Salalah. Water at both the springs is overflowing. Some approach issue is there with most of the sites, but the municipal authorities are confident to do the job before the season.
Khareef season starts from<|fim_middle|> through social media and by the evening everyone starts talking about the advent of Khareef. If that's the case with Tuesday's trend, advent of Khareef season to Salalah is not far and people here should be ready to greet the guests and the season with traditional warmth and hospitality. | Dalkhout then it travels to Rakhyout and finally to Salalah. This correspondent had to abandon his journey from Salalah to Dalkhout on Tuesday, due to heavy fog and near zero visibility at some places. At several points the fog and clouds were mixing with each other making the drivers, particularly those not familiar with the route, difficult to manoeuvre the curves. It is every year phenomenon that the news of drizzling in Dalkhout, 160 km west of Salalah, circulates | 107 |
UEFA Europa League review
On Wednesday and Thursday, teams across Europe played the second leg of their round of 32 UEFA Europa League match-ups. We will review the games where Nigerian players and those of Nigerian descent were in action.
After losing the first leg 1:0, Arsenal had to bounce back against Bate Borisov at the Emirates. Manager Unai Emery fielded a strong Gunners side. Alex Iwobi started the match and played the full 90 minutes.
Arsenal received an early present when Zakhar Volkov put the goal in his own net, after just four minutes of play. Shkodran Mustafi doubled the lead in the 39th minute, going into the break with a 2:0 advantage.
Soon after the restart, Sokratis Papastathopoulos came in off the bench for the injured<|fim_middle|> hoping to make it to the quarter-finals. Henry Onyekuru started the match for Galatasaray but was substituted late in the game.
Napoli welcomed FC Zürich at the San Paolo, taking a commanding 3:1 lead into the second leg. Simone Verdi opened with a goal in the 43rd minute. Adam Ounas added another on in the 75th minute to make the final score 2:0. Stephen Odey played for 60 minutes before he was substituted by Lavdim Zumberi.
With a 5:1 win on aggregate, Napoli are going to the next round. In order to make it to the quarter-finals, they will have to beat Red Bull Salzburg from Austria. | Laurent Koscielny. And it only took him six minutes to get on the score sheet, heading the ball into the net after a corner kick. Arsenal are through to the last 16 where they will take on the French team Rennes.
Fenerbahce travelled to Saint Petersburg with a 1:0 advantage from the first leg. Zenit needed to put in a great performance at home to go through to the next round. For the visitors, the former Super Eagle Victor Moses was in the starting eleven, playing just behind André Ayew.
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The home side scored just four minutes into the game through Magomed Ozdoyev. Sardar Azmoun scored the second goal for the hosts in the 37th minute. Before the break, the Turkish side pulled one back, courtesy of a Mehmet Topal strike.
The Russian team secured the win in the 76th after Azmoun got his second goal of the game and third for Zenit. With the aggregate score 3:2, they are through to the round of 16 where they will play Villareal.
Galatasaray lost the home leg 2:1 to Benfica and were up against it in the second leg. The encounter finished a goalless draw which meant the Portuguese side are through to the next round. They will play Dinamo Zagreb, with both teams | 293 |
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Fast-forward to summer of 2017 and sadly, Ingrid's cancer had returned. This time, it had metastasized in her bones. "After ten years, you figure 'I'm in the clear.' I wasn't in very good shape."
At the Cross, they asked Ingrid if she would consider a clinical trial, and she agreed. This would mean that Ingrid needed to once again travel to Edmonton multiple times between 2017 and 2019.
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Let's start with the old. Do you even remember when I started this project? I don't. But the other day I was cleaning out my closet and I remembered this very large<|fim_middle|> four panels together into a smaller quilt? Brilliant!! There are other things I'd rather be embroidering.
And lastly, I am always so very happy when I get a picture from a workshop participant telling me that she finished her class project! Because, to be honest, I seldom finish workshop projects. I especially love the colorful border that she put on this project. Thank you so much for sharing!
Love the Mathew quilt – I must remember that verse! And your student's work is lovely – I know that feels good.
Love the pivot moment on the large quilt – that's the beauty of crafting, you can change it if you want! | project. I was going to make panels with front and back, and then do that "quilt as you go thing" to put them all together into a very big quilt. The front has 7 inch squares with a one inch border, and my idea was to embroider in all the borders. So I got one out and started embroidering on it again. It takes a long time to embroider each border. So I went back into the closet to see how many panels I had left to do. When I finish this panel, there will be four panels done. AND EIGHT PANELS LEFT TO GO! I was kind of complaining about this to my BF, and she said, why not just put the | 145 |
If you're a business owner, coach, consultant, freelancer, or content creator, it's likely that at one point or another, you've fallen prey to one or two sneaky marketing beliefs. You know, one of those things that seems like a good idea at the time but leaves you feeling overwhelmed, frustrated and with no results.
When it comes to creating a great marketing strategy, there's one question that everyone tackles — whether they're a newbie or an established, successful business owner.
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We all need to attract the right audience because having a steady stream of buyers is key to making a business run. You've probably gotten a TON of advice about the best ways to consistently attract new clients. You may have already tried a bunch of ways to bring that steady stream of clients to your virtual doors with varying amounts of success.
You may notice that all the sales you bring in go right back out as you're trying to attract your audience and grow, making you feel stuck.
You may feel like there is some marketing secret that you're missing because the "proven strategies" seem to flounder and flop when you try them in your business.
You may feel overwhelmed by where to start after getting a lot of mixed messages from various "experts" around the web, which creates a lot of confusion about what you REALLY should do to get clients coming in your door.
You may even feel like marketing isn't in your skill set wheelhouse, so you're not sure if you can even grow your business with online marketing strategies.
Listen, busy entrepreneurs like you and I cannot afford to set aside weeks and weeks of time on busy work and not actually bring in clients and sales. That busywork is those sneaky marketing beliefs at play. If you've ever tried to launch a new marketing strategy before, you know that awful feeling of waiting for someone — anyone — to validate that your time, investment, and hard work will pay off.
In my experience, there are three big beliefs that are to blame for poor marketing performance and lackluster sales.
We're going to tackle these beliefs today, and I'll show you how to replace them with truly effective beliefs that will not only reward all your hard work but also have you hitting the refresh button on your browser (with a smile!) as you see the results come rolling in.
What most entrepreneurs think of as "marketing" is really just a small piece of the full picture. Most view marketing as a Gary Vaynerchuk-type "big" marketing personality.
You picture someone who's out there all day, every day, in your face with hard-hitting zingers, creating content like a machine, and hardly ever "selling" in the traditional way — just delivering tons of engagement, entertainment, and some value.
So then we think we're doomed.
The truth is you could go out tomorrow, and try to emulate exactly what Gary Vee does. You could live stream, tweet, speak, give interviews, share content across every social platform around, and basically create content from the moment you wake up until the moment your head hits the pillow at night.
And it still wouldn't work.
When you see Gary Vee (and other big personalities) do these attention-grabbing marketing activities, it's actually just a small part of their entire strategy. What you see is just a piece of an entire, well-integrated marketing funnel revenue engine behind the scenes.
A truly effective marketing strategy involves 4 key phases — warm up, invite them in, set the stage, offer — all of which must create a conversation about a specific problem your perfect audience already has and really wants to solve.
Fact is, you don't have to be a bigger-than-life content machine to make this marketing strategy work either, but you DO need to have the 4 key phases nailed down so that every marketing thing you do leads your audience deeper into your marketing funnel engine.
Specifically, your marketing funnel needs to include strategic content designed to set the stage perfectly for your paid offer. When done right, your marketing funnel will also include a list building piece, an email marketing strategy, a simple tech approach so everything runs 24/7 automatically, a focus on why you, why now, and why your offer is the one for them, special offers to drive decisions and so much more.
When you get everything in place, you'll have a strategic asset for your business to fuel your business growth, freeing you up to focus on the best ways to attract the right audience into your sales machine.
It's true that creating a marketing funnel does require a bit of investment, but it certainly doesn't have to be big, complicated, or crazy expensive.
From trying to find the best technology to figuring out how many emails you need to engage and convert your audience, a step-by-step blueprint can make a super complicated marketing funnel strategy doable for even the busiest entrepreneur.
When you're the business owner that possesses that marketing funnel blueprint, the overwhelm and complexity of creating a predictably profitable marketing funnel becomes a huge competitive advantage. YOU have the unique chance to be the FIRST in your space to effectively create a strategic experience for your audience.
Some of my favorite marketing funnel systems are ClickFunnels, Kartra, LeadPages, Optimize Press, New Kajabi, and Thrive Architect. I highly encourage you to check them out, take them for a test drive, and see which one fits your business best. You'll see that these options not only make it fast and easy to get a marketing funnel up and running, but many of them are super affordable as well.
Yes, creating a marketing funnel does require effort, but when you do it right, you put that effort in once to get it up and running, and then you can use your marketing funnel for years to come. You just need to know that the effort you put into creating this marketing funnel will actually pay off.
What you cannot do is afford to try and hack someone else's funnel where you only get to see a small piece of their actual strategy. This will lead to you wasting time, energy, and money stuck in the "figuring it out" stage while you miss out on all the opportunities out there.
Many business owners are frustrated. They're overwhelmed by the number of marketing things they feel like they have to do all day every day. They spend a ton of time and money creating ads, videos, social media posts, podcasts, webinars and more that don't work.
The reason these don't work is that they're not part of a complete system. They're just doing random acts of marketing that keep them super busy, stressed, and overwhelmed but don't actually pay off with clients, sales, and a community of fans.
The fastest growing, profitable business owners don't have special skills. They aren't the most amazing writers. They're not the best-looking on-camera personalities. They don't have a social media team posting 200+ updates every day. They're not the biggest, loudest personalities. They don't have the fanciest logos and websites.
Want to know what they're really exceptional at?
Asking good questions. Listening to their audience. Crafting an experience to show their audience that they can help them.
The truth is you have EVERYTHING you need to be great at marketing. Ears, eyeballs, the ability to ask questions, and a computer.
You simply need to know what questions to ask and what to do with your audience's answers. Then you can use those answers to craft a marketing funnel system that attracts, engages, and converts your audience into eager buyers.
If you're reading this right now, you're in the perfect place to stop the marketing activity craziness and create a strategic marketing funnel before any of your competitors catch on. You'll then have a profitable sales engine ready to work for years to come.
Chances are that those competitors who you think are good at marketing (the old "marketing busy work" way) are actually frustrated because they're working hard, and nothing is paying off. This means you can gain a huge competitive advantage by building a complete marketing funnel based on proven frameworks, techniques, and strategies that I'm about to share with you.
Now that you know 3 Sneaky Marketing Beliefs You Need to Banish (and What to Do Instead), I've created a simple quiz to help you discover the exact right marketing funnel for your business. I'll even give you the exact blueprint and video training to get started right now.
I don't want you to get lost in a sea of marketing overwhelm. I'll show you exactly how to avoid the traps that make marketing funnels flop and instead show you which marketing funnel is right for your business so that you can create a client generating engine that will fuel your business growth for years to come.
I've been building marketing funnels for years now, and I've made a TON of expensive mistakes along the way. You don't need to make those same mistakes! Instead, I've created a simple quiz to help you | 1,736 |
If you've been holding your breath, waiting for news about a mortgage, loan or line of credit coming through, you may hear something extra positive on March 3. Finally, you'll feel like you can begin to move forward with whatever domestic-related project you have that requires these extra funds.
The problem is that someone at home isn't cooperating with you. In fact, as the month progresses, things could get quite ugly. On March 4, there might be a sudden turn of events, where you go from thinking you have a relative's support on a matter to suddenly not having anything of the sort. You'll go from feeling confused to inflamed very quickly, so do what you can to mind your temper.
Even so, it appears that the last Uranus-Pluto square on March 16 will surely make its mark in your life -- especially as it relates to family matters. There have been six other squares just like this since 2012, and each time something major has likely occurred to shake up your domestic world.
Although<|fim_middle|> you'd want to move so far away from home. Whatever the details, you are clearly re-defining what home means to you this month, one way or another. | these changes have been unsettling, at the same time they are paving the way to an entirely new experience of security. Unfortunately, it is one that you must build on your own -- even if it means breaking free from a situation in your family that used to provide that sense of sustenance. It might very well be that you're determined to relocate while your relatives are scratching their head wondering why | 78 |
Thank you so much. You are awesome! I insist on having you in my life!
It<|fim_middle|> | was really helpful seeing you. You're very good at what you do. I'm a tough sell on these matters, although you wouldn't know it because I intuitively trust you.
I am so grateful to you in so many ways. . .your kindness means the world to me.
My daughter's pain [after her leg injury] is down from a 9 [on a scale of 1 to 10] to a 4. I credit Karen Brodie's EFT, which she did with Rachel on Sunday. Pain was significantly less by Monday afternoon.
Thank you for your commitment to doing this work. Our family continues to heal as a result of our work with you.
person. . .it helped me tremendously.
Thank you, Karen, for such an awesome session. Today we have gone below the fear to the self-abandonment and self-condemnation that perpetuates it. We're getting to the heart of it. I appreciate this very, very much.
EFT helped me so much! It took away my fear at [ice skating] competitions!
Thank you very much for today. I did feel safe, which allowed me to be candid about these events. | 241 |
MLB WINTER MEETINGS
Torii Hunter
Steve Rich
THE MODERATOR: Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. Thank you for joining us for today's press conference. A little over a year ago, the Angels organization signed one of the game's premier players. In a short period of time, the Angels have come to understand, learn and understand, that for all his accomplishments on the field, Torii Hunter continues to make his greatest impact off the field.
We're here this morning to introduce the Torii Hunter Project, the program in partnership with the Heart of a Champion Foundation and in conjunction with the Angels Baseball Foundation as an educational initiative to bring character, enrichment and college opportunities to students in Anaheim; Pine Bluff, Arkansas; Las Vegas; and Minneapolis.
The initiative will kick off next month with the deployment of the Heart of a Champion character program to select middle and junior high schools in the June announcement of 25 scholarship recipients. The project's aim is to give students the opportunity to elevate their lives, receive a quality education, and be better prepared for the future.
Through the Hunters' Hundred Scholarship program, a total of 100 qualifying students will receive financial aid in colleges. Heart of a Champion encourages students to elevate their character in the classroom, at home, in extracurricular activities and in the communities, and at this time we'd like to present a short video clip.
(Video shown.)
At this time I'd like to introduce Steve Rich, chairman of the board of Heart of a Champion, to give a project overview to discuss the initiatives.
STEVE RICH: Thank you, Tim. On behalf of everyone involved with the Torii Hunter Project, I want to thank you for being here today to hear about this very special, if maybe a bit unusual, announcement. It's quite unique, I think, that in this room where you're so used to hearing, and certainly within the next 24 hours you'll be hearing about how much money a baseball player is making, that this morning you're going to hear about how much money a baseball player is giving. What a great statement it is for these Winter Meetings to hear what Torii Hunter is doing.
As you saw in the video clip, the Torii Hunter Project is a comprehensive, long-term effort to impact youth in need throughout various parts of the United States. It's built on those four core areas that the video displayed: sports, community, education and wellness. And in a considerable act of commitment and generosity, Torii and his wife Katrina have contributed over $1 million of their personal resources to fund the project and are seeking additional partners to expand the work.
Many of you are probably aware of the things that Torii and Katrina have done. They've built a youth baseball facility in Orange County. They're building a baseball facility in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, Torii's home town, and they've contributed to numerous efforts to helping youth who are in need, who are hungry and homeless and have various needs.
But this initiative in addition to being launched today focuses specifically on education and how through education students can be given the best opportunity for a successful future. To achieve this, the project focuses on those two elements that Tim mentioned: the Heart of a Champion program and the Hunters' Hundred Scholarship program.
Heart of a Champion program is regarded as the nation's premier character education program at the middle school and junior high school level. The program focuses on nine specific traits: commitment, leadership, perseverance, teamwork, respect, integrity, responsibility, self-control and compassion. Those are nine traits that define the gentleman that Torii Hunter is.
The program is delivered during the entire three-year middle school or junior high school experience for a student, is deployed weekly over the entire nine-month school year. The program incorporates real-life stories of people like Nolan Ryan and others, incorporating innovative print, video and online tools to instill and reinforce positive character and life skills. And for the past eight years the program has produced measurable results in schools, after-school outlets and juvenile justice facilities in 18 states here in the United States.
The results indicate specific attitudinal and behavioral changes in students along with reduced disciplinary incidents, reduced drug use, and increase in grade point averages, in some case as much as a 49 percent increase in grade point averages.
In addition to this initiative, through the work of Torii and his wife Katrina and in partnership with the Angels Baseball Foundation, the Heart of a Champion program will initially impact some 7,000 students in the Anaheim area; the Pine Bluff, Arkansas, area; and in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Angels Baseball Foundation is graciously partnering with Torii to reach the Anaheim area.
The Hunters' Hundred Scholarship program will provide a minimum of 100 scholarships to qualifying students during the years 2009 through 2012. Students will be required to meet certain criteria, including but not limited to financial need, academic standing, attendance and high character, and they'll be selected without regard to race, gender or ethnicity.
Each year beginning with this 2005-2010 school year that will come in the fall, 25 scholarships will be presented to select high school graduates, and those graduates will come from three very deserving organizations.
We have representatives from two of those organizations here today. I'd like to introduce those to you now. The Pine Bluff School District in Arkansas where Torii is from and where he went to school will be one of recipients of those scholarships. They could not be here today because they've got school going on and they're very busy right now in Arkansas. The other two recipients are the Orangewood Children's Home in Orange, California, and the Andre Agassi College Preparatory Academy here in Las Vegas.
The overall goal of this education initiative is to raise $5 million over the next four years to fund both aspects of the project and will enable the Torii Hunter Project to provide the Heart of a Champion program to some 50,000 middle school and junior high school students in the areas of interest, and the minimum of 100 college scholarships to those deserving high school graduates.
Torii's desire is to go way beyond those numbers, and with the kind of individual he is and what he's doing to further this act, we're confident that we're going to see people all over the United States being impacted.
I want to tell you this initiative is groundbreaking. I'm not aware of another current professional athlete who has taken such a comprehensive approach to an academic reach in different parts of the United States, and so Torii is really breaking new ground here. And what he's doing is phenomenal, his desire to elevate the lives of young people and help them to advance to the next level.
It was Dr. Martin Luther, Jr., who once said, "The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically. Intelligence plus character, that is the goal of education." And that certainly sums up what Torii is doing with this initiative.
We believe the benefits will be huge, and we believe we'll be seeing thousands of young people around the country with a better hope for tomorrow through the development of their character and through a chance to attend a university and get a good college education.
I mentioned the three organizations. I'd like to introduce the representatives from the two who are here this morning.
The Orangewood Children's Home is located in Orange, California. They provide refuge for over 2,70<|fim_middle|> just begun. Our school is built on the theory that there are no shortcuts. In sports you learn that the hard way.
We have eight-hour school days versus six-hour school days. When these kids leave and graduate, technically they run to the finish line, but we don't believe that in our school. We believe your life is just beginning.
Because of Torii and his support and his recognition to the importance of education in these children's lives are giving these children at my school of dedicated years to achieving a goal, giving them a chance to continue that dream.
That means the world to me, and if there's anything I can ever do for you, I'm a simple guy, just call me, man.
THE MODERATOR: I'd also like to recognize another gentleman up here before we open it up for questions and answers, and he is truly kind of the wizard behind a lot of things in Torii's life, and that's his representative but more importantly his friend, Larry Reynolds.
End of FastScripts | 0 young people each year who are affected by child abuse and neglect. Through financial assistance, mentors, daily living skills workshops, transitional housing and college scholarships, they give young people a second chance at a happy and productive life.
In their 27 year history, Orangewood has helped over 62,000 young people. And with us this morning is the chief executive officer of the Orangewood Children's Foundation, Mr. Cal Winslow. Cal, if you'd stand, we'd like to recognize you.
Orangewood Children's Home is one of the beneficiaries of the Torii Hunter Project. And the other one that's represented here this morning is the Andre Agassi College Preparatory Academy which is a model public charter school whose goal is to offer academic programs designed to enhance a child's character, respect, motivation and self-discipline while preparing its students for college. It is a unique work that Mr. Agassi is doing.
Located in the heart of Las Vegas' most at-risk neighborhood, the academy was founded in 2001 specifically to improve skill levels and combat lowered academic expectations while creating a climate of hope among this community's most challenged children.
And Mr. Andre Agassi, the founder, of course, of the academy is here with us today.
These three organizations will be the recipients of the minimum 100 scholarships over the next four years, and the Torii Hunter Project is excited to partner with each of them because the work they do makes an incredible difference in the lives of young people.
I'll tell you who is a great teammate, and that's Torii Hunter. You know that he is a two-time All-Star and he's won eight consecutive Gold Glove awards. You know about the statistics on the field. You probably also know after covering his career that he was the recipient of the 2007 Marvin Miller Man of the Year award and the 2004 Carl Pohlad award and has twice been nominated for the Roberto Clemente award.
What you may not know is he's one of the most genuine men that you'll ever have the opportunity to meet. He genuinely cares about people and about children, and that's why he's doing what he's doing. It's a privilege for us at Heart of a Champion to be partnering with Torii on this project and we are excited about seeing the lives that will change when we work together.
Come on up, Torii Hunter.
TORII HUNTER: You made me feel special right there. First of all, I'd like to thank Orangewood School's program and Andre Agassi, the preparatory college program, and the Angels Baseball Foundation. These guys are really helping me out with my dream, and I definitely appreciate that. I'd like to give you guys another round of applause.
Well, about me, actually I started this Torii Hunter Project like two years ago. I was just sitting in the bed with my wife Katrina, and we were just sitting up talking about, man, what can I do, what kind of program am I going to get together? I would go in and donate monies to different organizations and things like that, and I wanted to do something myself and really see it go to work.
So I told Larry to fly down here, I think I got some ideas and I think I need you to help me brainstorm, and he came down and we came up with the Torii Hunter Project, and we went on to try to work with Little League baseball. But I wanted to go over and beyond that, just trying to get interested in kids to play the game of baseball. I wanted to bring them education, health care and help out in the community, different things like that.
And I also -- when I was a child, my mom, whenever I didn't do my homework, she definitely wouldn't let me go outside and play, and I thought she was evil (laughter). She also told me I couldn't go to baseball practice or fastball practice or any practice if I didn't get my homework. Man, I thought she was really evil. I could have no respect for my mom. I'm like, wow, she's evil, nobody talks to her.
But as I got older, I understood how important education really was. I look at my children now, and whenever they come home with a B -- my kids make straight As, I'm sorry to say, but when they come home with a B, I tell them, hey, you've got to strive harder, you've got to push a little harder and try to get these As. So I know how important education is. I know my mother was trying to teach me that lesson early, but now I know as a parent.
So just talking to Larry and Steve Rich and hearing about the Andre Agassi Academy prep school and hearing about Orangewood and different things like that, I was like, man, that would be a good idea to have some scholarships. I always wanted to give back to kids and be able to help these kids pursue their careers. And if I have something to do with that and I see a doctor, this guy, I probably gave him scholarship but he has to have surgery on me, you never know, I'm getting old -- baseball people, I'm not getting old, I'm actually young, 23, but I definitely want these kids to really pursue their dreams and their careers, and I want to be very influential in doing that.
I hope that other baseball players will join in and help out with this cause, and we will keep going, keep the Torii Hunter Project going, and do some great things in this world, this state, this community.
Thank you guys for having me, and hopefully we can get this thing going.
STEVE RICH: As a man with a heart the size of California right there. I mentioned that Torii's work is groundbreaking and there are very few professional athletes who have taken the opportunity to impact people on such a broad basis.
You know, they really -- we talk a lot about what athletes do with what they have and they really don't have a responsibility, right? We expect them to. But they do it because they want to. They do it because they have a passion for impacting people's lives. That's what Torii Hunter is all about, and that's what Andre Agassi is all about, as well, and what he's doing in Las Vegas is phenomenal.
I mentioned earlier that he's here with us. He's not only here with us to stand up and wave his hand but he's here to give us some comments, as well.
You know that Andre is the founder of the Andre Agassi College Preparatory Academy. You probably also know that he's one of the popular and prolific athletes of our time. In our 21 year professional tennis career, Andre won eight Grand Slam titles, and he won 60 singles titles and an Olympic gold medal and brought all of us as fans of sport some of the most thrilling moments in tennis that we've ever seen.
Off the court, what he's done is even more amazing with the Andre Agassi College Preparatory Academy, and we thought you might enjoy hearing from him for a few moments about what it means to be in partnership with Torii Hunter.
ANDRE AGASSI: Those statistics sound like a lot until you wake up with my wife and realize that they're not so impressive (laughter).
It's great to be here today. Welcome to my home. I'm born and raised in Las Vegas. I will start by just sort of saying I have two favorite baseball players in my life. One is a young man you probably haven't heard of yet but probably you'll be hearing of him in the next few years. His name is Jaden Gil Agassi, who loves baseball, and it's been such a great thing we could share between us. And now my second is Torii Hunter. You're a wonderful person and I marvel at what you're doing.
I'll tell you why I think so highly of you, because in life there will always be those that say that something can't be done, but Torii is proving that you can ease suffering and you can make a difference.
I started my foundation when I was 23. I thought I was sort of in the middle or maybe towards the end of my career. It turns out I was sort of on the front side of it. But when I started my foundation I knew I was going to help kids. It just seemed very easy to care about children. I wasn't sure how I was going to go about that. I did it a few different ways, through clothing children, through Operation School Bell where we clothe over 3,000 children a year. I did it through a shelter for abused and neglected kids whose parents are in rehab or in the courts or what have you. I did it through the Boys & Girls Club where we built this recreational building for the after-school hours, which are crucial hours in a young person's life.
And for a number of years I realized that you sort of end up chasing your tail. You're sort of sticking a lot of Band-Aids on real issues, and the only way to really create systemic change and make a difference in a child's life and to interrupt that downward spiral and give those tools of hope is to educate them.
So that's what led me to education. Don't confuse me -- because I built a school, don't confuse me with being smart. Eighth grade was the best three years of my life (laughter).
You know, focus on education. We looked at a charter school which is a part state-funded, part private-funded school. We went to the most economically challenged area of Las Vegas and we decided to build it there. But we didn't just want to build it for these children that were lucky enough to have their name drawn from a lottery to get in. We wanted to build it in a way that could make an argument how important education can be nationally.
Nevada is a state that funds about 49th in the United States per people allocation. We fund about $5,400 per student per year. The national average is north of 9,000. We're 50th in kids that we put into college. We're getting what we pay for. So what I wanted to do was to provide a national average of funding, to provide a higher than national average of accountability with those funds, and then to take that opportunity and give it to the children that society has written off the most.
This particular area, 96 percent are African-American but all 70 percent come from one-parent homes. We're the fifth largest school district in America and a number of years ago we were the only school nationally recognized for our accomplishments. This will be our first graduating class this year in June, and when that class graduates, the academy's job is technically finished, but these children's job isn't. Their life continues. It's only | 2,268 |
Disaccharide: Definition, Types, Structure, & Examples
Disaccharide Definition
A carbohydrate is made up of two monosaccharides that, when fully hydrolyzed, release two monosaccharide molecules. Disaccharide is an etymological word that refers to two saccharides. The unit structure of carbohydrates is referred to as a saccharide. A disaccharide, then, is a carbohydrate made up of two saccharides (or two monosaccharide units).
Monosaccharides and disaccharides are both referred to as sugar. Because monosaccharides are the most basic kind of sugar, they are also known as simple sugars. Sucrose is a disaccharide made up of two monosaccharides: glucose and fructose, and is commonly referred to as table sugar or granulated sugar.
What is Disaccharide?
Carbohydrates are organic molecules that are made up of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen in a 1:2:1 ratio. They are a kind of biomolecule that belongs to one of the most significant categories.
They are a significant energy source. They're also used as structural elements. They are divided into two categories as nutrients: simple carbs and complex carbohydrates. Simple carbohydrates, often known as sugar, are carbohydrates that are easily digested and provide a quick source of energy.
Complex carbohydrates (such as cellulose, starch, and glycogen) take longer to digest and metabolise than simple carbs. They are generally abundant in fibre and, unlike simple carbs, are less prone to producing blood sugar increases.
Disaccharide Characteristics
Disaccharides, like other carbohydrates, are made up of hydrogen, carbon, and oxygen. The ratio of hydrogen to oxygen atoms in disaccharides is generally 2:1, which is why they're called carbon hydrates.
Disaccharides have the typical chemical formula C12H22O11. Disaccharides, like other carbohydrates, are organic molecules since they include carbon and C-C and C-H covalent bonds. A disaccharide is a sugar or carbohydrate that consists of two monosaccharides joined together by a glycosidic bond (or glycosidic linkage).
The most basic kind of carbohydrate is monosaccharide. Covalent connections between the hydroxyl groups of two monosaccharides are known as glycosidic bonds. Even if they have the same chemical formula, different types of disaccharides, as well as monosaccharide components, have distinct bond forms and, as a result, varied characteristics.
The number of monosaccharide units that make up disaccharides differs from the number of monosaccharide units that make up oligosaccharides and polysaccharides. Only two monosaccharides make up disaccharides, whereas three to ten monosaccharides make up oligosaccharides. Polysaccharides are made up of multiple monosaccharide units, as the name suggests.
Synthesis of Disaccharide
Dehydration synthesis refers to the chemical process of connecting monosaccharide units that results in the release of water as a byproduct. Disaccharides are made by displacing a hydroxyl radical from one monosaccharide and a proton from the other, and then covalently linking the two monosaccharides together.
The proton (hydrogen ion) and the detached hydroxyl radical combine to create a water molecule. As a result, condensation of two monosaccharides is one technique to make a disaccharide. With the aid of the enzyme disaccharidases, a disaccharide can be hydrolyzed back to its monomeric monosaccharide components (sucrase, lactase, and maltase, for example, are enzymes that degrade sucrose, lactose, and maltose, respectively). While condensation requires the removal of water, hydrolysis includes the use of a water molecule.
Disaccharide Classification
Disaccharides are divided into two main categories: reducing and non-reducing. A disaccharide with a free hemiacetal unit that can act as a reducing aldehyde group is known as a reducing<|fim_middle|> are a source of energy. Disaccharides are eaten and digested to produce monosaccharides, which are essential metabolites in the production of ATP. ATPs are chemical energy molecules that are produced in the body through aerobic and anaerobic respiration.
The most prevalent type of monosaccharide used by the cell to generate ATP is glucose, which is phosphorylated at the substrate level (glycolysis) and/or oxidatively phosphorylated (involving redox reactions and chemiosmosis).
A disaccharide-rich diet is one of the sources of glucose. Ordinary table sugar, sucrose, is widely used as a sweetener. It's utilised in drinks and baked goods like cakes and cookies. The enzyme invertase in the small intestine breaks down sucrose into glucose and fructose when it is ingested.
However, too much fructose might cause malabsorption in the small intestine. Unabsorbed fructose transferred to the large intestine might be fermented by the colonic flora if this happens. This might cause stomach pains, diarrhoea, flatulence, and bloating.
Too much glucose can also be harmful to one's health. Sugar consumption that is excessive can result in diabetes, obesity, tooth decay, and cardiovascular disease. Lactose, a disaccharide present in breast milk, is given to newborns as a nutritional source.
Lactobacilli are microorganisms that can convert lactose to lactic acid, which is utilised in the food industry to make dairy products like yoghurt and cheese. Although maltose is less sweet than sucrose, it can be used as a sweetener.
Disaccharides, particularly sucrose, are formed by vascular plants as a source of nutrition that is delivered to various sections of the plant via the phloem tissues. Sugarcane, in particular, is collected for commercial sugar production.
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Linked Genes: Definition, Structure, & Function | disaccharide. Reducing disaccharides comprise maltose and cellobiose.
Non-reducing disaccharides are disaccharides that do not operate as a reducing agent, as their name indicates. Because they are connected by an acetal linkage between their anomeric centres, neither monosaccharide that makes up the disaccharide has a free hemiacetal unit. Sucrose and trehalose are two examples.
Disaccharide Examples
Disaccharides come in a variety of forms, but the most prevalent are sucrose, lactose, and maltose. Two monosaccharides are linked by a covalent bond in these three. C12H22O11 is the general chemical formula.
Sucrose (common table sugar) is a disaccharide produced when glucose and fructose are combined. The condensation process brings these two monosaccharides together. C-1 (on the glycosyl unit) and C-2 are connected by a glycosidic bond (on the fructosyl unit). Sucrose is digested or broken down into monosaccharide units via hydrolysis, which is accomplished using the enzyme sucrase.
Sucrose is converted to glucose and fructose when the link between the two monosaccharides is broken. Sucrose is harvested from plants such as sugar cane and sugar beet and refined before being sold as table sugar. It's a sweetening substance that's utilised in food and drinks.
Lactose (milk sugar) is made up of two sugars: glucose and galactose. C12H22O11 is its chemical formula. Lactose is a naturally occurring sugar found in the milk of animals, including humans. It is derived from bovine and is used to make baby formulae. The lactose content in cow's milk is around 4.7 percent. Lactose is digested or broken down into monosaccharide units by hydrolysis, which is accomplished by the enzyme lactase.
Lactose is converted to glucose and galactose when the link between the two monosaccharides is broken. Lactose intolerant people are unable to digest or break down lactose. This creates nourishment for the intestinal bacteria that produces gas. This may cause stomach discomfort and flatulence. Lactic acid may be made from lactose. Lactobacilli are microorganisms that can convert lactose to lactic acid, which is utilised in the food industry to make dairy products like yoghurt and cheese.
Maltose (malt sugar) is a reducing disaccharide that results from the joining of two glucose monomers via α(1→4) glycosidic bond. As a result, it may be thought of as the structural unit of glycogen and starch. Maltose is digested or broken down into monosaccharide units with the assistance of the enzyme maltase.
Maltose is converted to two glucose units when the link between the two glucose units is broken. Maltose is a sweetener, a nutrition in baby formula, and a component of bacteriological culture medium. It's also utilised in baked goods. When carbon dioxide is generated and released during the conversion of starch into maltose by reacting the starch with enzymes, it causes bread dough to rise.
Lactulose, chitobiose, kojibiose, nigerose, isomaltose, sophorose, laminaribiose, gentiobiose, turanose, maltulose, trehalose, palatinose, gentiobiulose, mannobiose, melbiose, mellibiulose, rutinose, rutinulose, xylobiose are the examples.
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The Enduring Legacy of CAPTAIN ACTION, by JOE JUSKO
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TOYHEM! The painter of renown takes you from the Swingin' Sixties to the modern day…
Welcome to TOYHEM! For the holiday season, we're bringing you a series of features and columns celebrating the toys of our youth, which often made for the best memories this time of year. You'll be hearing from comics creators, regular 13th Dimension contributors and more. Click here to check out the complete index of stories — and have a Merry Christmas, a Happy Chanukah and Happy Holidays! — Dan
In this installment of TOYHEM!, the ever-popular fantasy/comics painter Joe Jusko tells of the far out days of Captain Action — and his own role in CA's enduring legacy.
This, I promise, you will dig.
All photos from various sources.
By JOE JUSKO
I grew up a comic book kid. Both my father and older brother read them and being they were always around the house, my affinity for them was pretty much predetermined.
I also, of course, loved toys and the 1960s was a great time for them. There was such a variety (in my mind much more so than today) to choose from. Among my favorites were the Johnny Eagle and Johnny Seven OMA guns, King Zor, Horrible Hamilton, The Great Garloo, Big Lou, Creepy Crawlers and Defender Dan, a fully functional, belt-fed tripoded machine gun (!)
I also liked G.I. Joe, because I was able to act out my own stories and adventures with the seemingly endless variations of the figure line. But, while soldiers were great, what I really longed for were dolls (ahem, action figures) that would enable me to bring my comic book heroes to life. Enter…
CAPTAIN ACTION!
Developed by Ideal Toys in 1966 to capitalize on Hasbro's G.I. Joe success and the Silver Age resurgence in popularity of superheroes, Captain Action was everything a comic kid could ask for! He wasn't a soldier, he was an actual superhero, but not just ANY superhero. In a move that was ingenious for the time, Ideal was able to license major characters from both Marvel and DC, as well as the most popular strips from King Features and some pulp heroes, as well.
Captain Action wasn't ONE hero, he could be ANY hero! For the first time ever there was a Spider-Man figure, a Captain America figure, Superman, Batman, Aquaman, the Phantom, Flash Gordon and the Green Hornet to name only a few. They covered every genre, including Westerns (the Lone Ranger and Tonto) and military (Sgt. Fury), obviously to ensure you wouldn't miss your G.I. Joes.
In complete contrast to the robotic, barrel chested G.I. Joe, I loved the attention to correct anatomy that helped sell the illusion when Captain Action was costumed as the various heroes. The figure was an instant hit and every kid I knew had at least one.
Every hero needs a villain and in 1967 Captain Action got one of the most unique in the alien Dr. Evil, a Swingin Sixties mod, Nehru-suited, sandalled mad scientist, sporting a huge medallion that would have made 1980s Al Sharpton envious. Oh yeah, he also had blue skin and an exposed brain (!) which he disguised with a human mask (keeping him on-model with Captain Action). Dr. Evil came in a regular long box and as an extended accessory set.
1967 also saw the addition of Action Boy — a kid sidekick who could change into Superboy, Robin and Aqualad — and an assortment of accessories like the Action Cave play set and the amphibious Silver Streak vehicle. Oddly, there were never any villain costumes licensed for Dr. Evil, so whichever hero Captain Action became, his nemesis would have to be Dr. Evil (who was obviously a very formidable foe to fend off all those different challenges).
My parents unfortunately couldn't afford to get me all the costumes or any of the extras like the Cave, Streak, jet packs, etc. and couldn't see the reasoning behind buying two dozen of the "same doll." My mom would visit my godmother on Sundays and there was a kid I befriended in her building who had a bazzilion CA figures and all the costumes. I remember being so jealous of that kid, but I looked forward to every visit just to sit in the hallway and play with his stuff.
One thing I could afford was the Captain Action comic that DC licensed in 1968. Initially drawn by Wally Wood and written by Jim Shooter, it was eventually completely taken over by Gil Kane, who created some of the most incredibly mindtastic stuff ever. The book only lasted five issues but I still have every one.
As I mentioned, if there was one drawback for most people, it was that to fully immerse yourself in the world of Captain Action, you needed multiple figures for all the costumes or you were relegated to switching out the costumes and playing with each individual hero. I believe that factor, as well as reports of parents being turned off by the Dr. Evil figure and the continued expense of licensing all the characters, sped the demise of the line.
Still, Captain Action has remained in the public consciousness of a devoted fan base (of which I am one) and the figure line has been revived in recent years as both toys and comics. The 1960s omission of Dr. Evil villain costumes has been rectified and the figures are now completely interactive.
I had a childhood dream come true when Ed Catto and Joe Ahearn of Captain Action Enterprises asked me to create new box art for the revived line. More than 50 years later, I am now a part of the history of my favorite toy of all time, and the 7-year-old in me could not be more proud.
Joe Jusko's most recent work was as cover artist for the new Overstreet@50, the 50th anniversary retrospective of the Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide. Click here.
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Love these post.
Maybe someone can help me, I had this action figure from the mid to late 70s .
It was the size of a Mego/Action Jackson figure, he had interchangeable hands one of his 'hands' were hooks he also had other weapon/hands which he kept in a suitcase or briefcase. I can't remember what he has called.
Does this ring a bell for anyone ?
Paul Bucciarelli
J.J. Armes based on real life, double amputee private investigator Jay J. Armes.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2eF494KTCFU
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jay_J._Armes
JimAkin
Jay J. Armes was the action figure with interchangeable hands, and he was based on a real-life private eye who was an amputee.
Philip Gipson
What a really wonderful article this has been from Mr. Jusko.
G. Allen
Being fortunate enough to work at some iconic companies, I understand the complete joy of being able to work on stuff you loved as a kid. Ed's done a great job with the modern line and Joe's artwork is right on. Great article!
John DeBlasi
Loved Captain Action then and still do. Still remember using my gift money ( for having my tonsils out ) to buy my first and only Captain Action. My parents got me the Batman outfit, ( actually we were in Two Guys department store and they said "pick one" ) and that was it until adulthood. Thank you for this article.
Wonderful! I loved Joe's art on the latest CA revival. I'm no Joe Jusko by any stretch of the imagination, but I did draw and design the packaging for the 8″, Mego-like Captain Action line released by Castaway Toys about 10 + years ago! It was a dream come true for me too!
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An important component of the performance of a transit route is reliability. When a bus is consistently late or early, or when a large gap forms between buses, passengers miss their connections and cannot depend on being able to arrive at their destination when they expect to.
Reflect:What are different ways to define a transit system's reliability? Think about a bus, train, or subway that you consider reliable or unreliable. What happened to lead you to this evaluation?
Is it because it always or never arrives on the schedule time? Is it because you always feel like you are waiting longer than you are supposed to?
There are many ways to measure reliability. This introduction will discuss three methods: scheduled on-time performance, bunching, and wait time reliability.
One simple on-time performance measure is the percentage of vehicles that arrive within a defined period of time before and after the schedule time. A transit system will define what is an expected wait time and what is longer than expected.
For example, the bus could be deemed on-time if it arrives between one minute before and five minutes after the time it is supposed to reach its stop. On-time performance is a good measure of how well a transit agency operates and schedules its vehicles, and for surface routes, how well the city's department of transportation manages traffic congestion along the route. While this measure is easy to understand, it does not fully describe the rider experience. For example, if a train arrives on time 90% of the time, the number of delayed passengers is unknown. That is, it does not take into account the number of riders impacted by a train being early or late or how long they had to wait.
Have you ever waited a long time for a bus, only to have two buses come one right after the other? That's bunching. Have you ever arrived onto a subway platform, just missing a train, only to have another train (usually empty) arrive immediately after it? That's bunching working in your favor. In general, bunching occurs when transit vehicles, which are planned to be evenly spaced, get off schedule. Poor operational discipline, traffic, passengers, and other external factors may cause bunching. The result is that a few riders have a surprisingly short wait, and a larger number of riders face a longer than expected wait time.
In general, bus or train bunching is itself not a problem for riders, rather the problem is the large gap that precedes or follows the bunch. So why not measure gaps instead? Measuring bunches as a proxy for large gaps is a more conservative estimate of the problem, and does not penalize the transit system for vehicles with malfunctioning location data.
reliability of New York's bus system.
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) uses a custom measure, Wait Time Reliability, to determine the reliability of their transit system. On March 31, 2016, the MBTA Green Line had a Wait Time Reliability of 90%. This number means 90% of riders waited no longer than the scheduled time between trains. Therefore, this metric describes the rider experience. For the MBTA subway, peak rush hour trains usually arrive 5 minutes apart and 8-10 minutes during other times. Wait Time Reliability estimates the percentage of passengers who waited longer than the scheduled interval. The MBTA Data Blog has a detailed explanation of their Subway Reliability calculation.
This lesson introduces using transit data to measure the reliability of a transit system. In this lesson, we will be using R and RStudio. If you haven't set up these tools, please refer to Getting Started: Tools[Link] to learn how to install R and RStudio.
We will use MBTA Wait Time Reliability data, which we will download from their site. In particular, we will examine the MBTA Green Line, which consists of four different branches: B, C, D, and E. The Green Line is the oldest line in Boston, and still uses a portion of the route which first opened in 1897.
We will be using MBTA Wait Time Reliability data to examine the peak hour reliability of each station served by Boston's Green Line for this lesson. After that, we will map each station's reliability.
We will only be looking at one month of the year to keep the data a manageable size. If you wish, you can repeat the exercise on your own using other months to get a sense of what a "typical" month should look like in terms of reliability, and what a not "typical" month looks like.
Go to the MBTA Back on Track Dashboard website which contains the system's Reliability, Ridership, Financial, and Customer Satisfaction data. Explore the Dashboard and try to get an idea of the types of data and information that are available.
Update: The MBTA recently updated their Reliability data format. While we work to update this lesson, please download this TDashboardData_reliability_20160301-20160331.csv file. You will have to unzip the file and move it to your Working Directory.
Create a Working Directory folder where you will save all files for this lesson.
Download the transit-data-toolkit file, which contains the R files. Open the zip file, and copy the 03-reliability.R file to your Working Directory.
Make sure "Reliability" is selected.
Then select the date range March 1, 2016 to March 31, 2016.
The website will export the requested data into a csv file onto your computer.
The files will automatically have the title: TDashboardData_reliability_20160301-20160331.csv.
Move the csv file to your Working Directory.
Originally, we looked into using data for March 2017 however, there was missing data for part of the month. We inquired with the MBTA via the MBTA Developers Google Group and were referred a blog post describing a problem capturing data for the Green Line from February 8th 2017 to March 2nd 2017. Missing or incomplete data is a frequent challenge in data wrangling.
The last step is to download the Data Dictionary. Click on the link PDF Data Dictionary.
Open the Data Dictionary. This PDF describes all the fields in the dataset. MBTA did a good job documenting their data. You may find other datasets have poor documentation. In these cases, you will need to investigate what the fields mean by searching the internet or contacting the organization that produces the data.
Read the definitions of "OTP_NUMERATOR" and "OTP_DENOMINATOR" for "rail." What data do these fields contain?
The OTP_NUMERATOR for rail is the estimated number of passengers on that day for that transit station, whose wait time was longer than scheduled.
The OTP_DENOMINATOR for rail is the estimated number of total passengers on that day for that transit station.
If you are new to RStudio or haven't used it recently, take a look our section Getting Started: Tools for a brief overview of R.
When RStudio opens, if there are files and a data frame open from a previous session, close them in the Source Pane by selecting: File > Close All or by manually closing each tab. Clear any data in the In the Environment tab by selecting: Session > Clear Workspace.
Now we are ready to start working with RStudio to prepare our data.
Next set the Working Directory. The Working Directory is where RStudio will look for files. To Source Location means that RStudio will looks for other files in the same folder at the Source file, in this case, where we saved 03-reliability.R.
Read the first three lines of our R program in the Source Pane.
This line installs the R package leaflet. Packages provide you extra features which are not included in the basic installation of R. They only need to be installed once. If you run this program again, you do not have to Run these two lines again. leaflet is a popular package for making for working with spatial data and generating maps.
Run the next two lines of R. (Remember R skips the comments.) Although we installed the package, we still need to load them into R in order to use it. Unlike installing packages, we load the packages very time we run this script.
Run the next two lines of R.
The second line of R<|fim_middle|>. You will often find that there isn't a single dataset with all the information you need. Therefore you will need to combine multiple datasets to be able to perform your analysis.
Download the file mbta_stations.csv. This file contains coordinates of the station names, the line, and the location coordinates. This file was created from a shapefile downloaded from MassGIS, the Office of Geographic Information of the state of Massachusetts. A shapefile is a common geographic vector file format used in GIS. For your convenience, we extracted the data for you to use in this lesson by using QGIS.
Question: What fields (columns) do mbta_stations.csv and our current dataframe have in common?
Answer: The field in common is the station name. Therefore, the next step is to match the coordinate data with reliability data based on the station name. This operation is called a "join," and fortunately, RStudio provides an easy way to accomplish this step.
Read and step through the next block from the R script to prepare our data.
We first import the csv file and select the Green Line stations. Then, we change the column name from STATION to STOP. If you recall, in our reliability dataframe, the STOP column contains the station names. In order to join the two tables, the column both data frames have in common must have the exact name. That way, R knows which columns to match.
Now we are ready to perform the join. After joining the two datasets, we will save only the columns that we need for our analysis.
Review the joindata data frame. For each station, we now have the service date, route type, rely, longitude, and latitude.
Run the next lines of R to create our map.
First, we create a color palette colorpal which defines the colors for the markers on the map.
Next, we define the parameters for our map. The setView parameters define the location of the map, which is Boston and the initial zoom level.addCircles creates the circles which mark get Green Line stop. The placement of the markers come from the longitude andlatitudedata found in the joindata data frame. The color of the points is a gradient of green, based on the rely value. The green's saturation increases as the reliability increases.
# Create a ColorBrewer Greens color palette.
Click Run to execute the final line of R to display the map in the Plots panel.
Click on Zoom in the Plots Pane to see the larger version of the map.
Question: Look at your map. What do you see? Where are people waiting the longest?
Answer: We see longer wait times towards the eastern part of Boston near the Financial District. This is downtown Boston which is quite busy during working hours and might explain some of the delays. On the western end of the Green Line, the subway appears to be more dependable. However, this map by itself cannot explain if there is a pattern or any geographic influence on reliability.
The Green Line Extension will extend the route into Somerville and Medford and has a planned completion date of 2021. | code, the View command, opens the rawdata into a new tab in the Source Pane.
Examine the rawdata tab. Read through each field. Can you identify which fields contain information about Peak/ Off-Peak hours, the Green Line, Station names, and the Reliability Metric?
Often understanding these field names is a challenge. If a field name is not immediately clear, a good first step is to go back to the data source and look to see if the data provider offers any documentation on how the data are named.
Going back to MBTA Back on Track, the website contains a Data Dictionary, which contains definitions of each column of data.
Click Run five times to run the next comments and lines of code below.
First, we select the reliability for peak data. Then, we remove the columns of data that we do not need for this analysis. Because we are only looking at the Green Line, the next line removes the other subway lines. Finally, we remove extra spaces from the STOP column, which contains the station stop names. This final step will be important later in the lesson when we match the station stop names with names from another dataset.
Look at the data frame to see if the data matches your expectations.
Note: Experimenting is important and helpful. If anything looks strange or wrong, you can always go back to the top of the script and Run through each line of R code again.
Question: Go to the rawdata dataframe. Why did we select the ROUTE_TYPE instead of the ROUTE_OR_LINE?
We are interested in the Green Line. Do both fields include the Green Line? If so, are there any differences?
Answer: Looking at the data frame, you can see that in the ROUTE_OR_LINE field, the B, C, D, and E branches of the Green Line are listed separately. Whereas in ROUTE_TYPE, the Green Line has the same name for each branch. We do not need the specific branch for this analysis. Therefore, we will use the ROUTE_TYPE field. Note: You might discover that we need the specific branch to answer a question in the future. In this case, you will have to go back and edit your R program. This iterative process occurs often in data wrangling, and is another reason to write good comments as you program.
We now have the Reliability for each rapid transit station on the Green Line. We want to present this data on a map.
Do we have enough data to make a map? If not, what additional data do we need and where might we find it?
As we saw in Lesson 1, in order to create a map, we need get the location coordinates of the stations. However, location data is not available in the Reliability data from the MBTA Back On Track site. We also need to know which stations make up a line | 578 |
CHICAGO (CBSNewYork/AP) — The National Labor Relations Board on Monday blocked an effort by Northwestern University football players to form the nation's first college athletes' union, dealing a setback to a labor movement that could have transformed the game.
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Colter said he was disappointed with the ruling but did not regard it as a "complete loss." Rather, he said, the NLRB simply "punted the ball down the field," preserving the possibility that the effort could be revived in the future.
He said he thinks the push to unionize has already made conditions better for student athletes.
Cubbage said the university would work with the athletes to address questions about the long-term health impact of intercollegiate sports, including providing additional academic aid and other opportunities.
Under U.S. law, an employee is regarded as someone who, among other things, receives compensation for a service and is under the direct control of managers. In Northwestern's case, Ohr concluded coaches are equivalent to business managers and scholarships are a form of pay. | decision, the NLRB said the prospect of having both union and nonunion teams could lead to different standards at different schools — from the amount of money players receive to the amount of time they can practice — and create competitive imbalances throughout college sports.
The ruling dismissed a March 2014 decision by a regional NLRB director in Chicago who said football players with scholarships are effectively school employees and entitled to organize. But Monday's decision did not directly address the question of whether the players are employees.
"Although we do not decide the issue here, we acknowledge that whether such individuals meet the board's test for employee status is a question that does not have an obvious answer," the board said.
At the heart of the ruling, the board said, is the NLRB's jurisdiction, which extends only to private schools like Northwestern, the sole private institution in the Big Ten. The board repeatedly cited the need for standardization of rules and policies in sports and said that giving the green light to just one team to collectively bargain would disrupt that uniformity.
"Processing a petition for the scholarship players at this single institution under the circumstances presented here would not promote stability in labor relations," the ruling said.
NLRB rules do not offer the losing side, in this case the pro-union forces, an option to appeal the board's decision. The board did leave the door open to taking up the college sports unionization issue again if it involves other schools or if conditions change for Northwestern football players.
Northwestern became the focal point of the labor fight in January 2014, when a handful of football players called the NCAA a "dictatorship" and announced plans to form the first U.S. labor union for college athletes. Quarterback Kain Colter appeared at a news conference for the College Athletes Players Association, flanked by leaders of the United Steelworkers union, which lent its organizing expertise and presumably helped bankroll the union drive.
Three months later, regional NLRB Director Peter Sung Ohr issued a stunning decision, saying Northwestern football players who receive scholarships fit the definition of employees under federal law and therefore should be able to unionize. A month later, football players cast secret ballots on whether to unionize. Those ballots were | 456 |
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The degree of lucidity you have in a lucid dream can vary according to a number of different factors. We must always remember that lucidity is awareness and it is not something that is 'on' or 'off', it varies as much as your waking consciousness does and often more so.
First, what is the strength of your conscious focus? Are you brightly aware or dimly? Do you feel tired or groggy, or have you never been more awake in your life? Both of these can happen and anywhere in between in a lucid dream, and can affect your ability to make lucid decisions. The sharpness of your focus can be affected by your mental energy.
Second, is the dream stable? If you are having to spend your time and attention on stabilizing a lucid dream rather than doing anything, it can be quite distracting. That said, it is undoubtably<|fim_middle|> or do they engage your curiosity and attention? Are you aware of what is possible in a dream? Are you able to form logical or complex thoughts? It is all very well to be aware that you're dreaming sometimes, but when you want to use it for more indepth applications, learning to awaken your critical faculty more can be important too.
Fourth, how is your memory? Can you remember who you are in waking life? How you got where you are in the dream? Perhaps even what other dreams you've had recently. If you consciously exercise your memory while in a lucid dream, this will help you increase later recall by opening memory channels to your waking memory from the 'other side'.
Finally, what is your ability to take control of the dream itself? Can you do 'anything' or are there things you don't believe you can do. These beliefs can affect your dreaming abilities and dream control. What, you can float but you can't fly? How strange. You can lift that trashcan with your mind, but you can't lift that building? Hmmm… Maybe you aren't as lucid as you think then… Remind yourself it's a dream and you can do anything!
Sometimes people become lucid in a dream seemingly without any particular reason, just suddenly realizing that they are dreaming. But mostly, lucidity is triggered by an incongruity which would not occur in physical life, such as flying, or being unable to turn off a light switch, or words rearranging themselves, or anything that 'cannot' happen in the physical world.
If you'd like to have more lucid dreams occur by themselves, you need to start taking note of anything strange in your daily life and ask yourself if you're dreaming. Does that person really have five eyes? What do you mean you're leaving me, we're not even a couple?! Look, I know the price of food is going up, but $50 for an ice cream just doesn't make sense does it?
Things like this happen in dreams, and we just 'take them for granted'. Why? At core it is nothing less than that we take life for granted. Are we stopping to appreciate each moment for what it actually IS, rather than passing it off as a repeat of something that's happened before? Being in the moment and observing accurately is a skill we can train to assist in having more lucid dreams, besides the fact that if we did it all the time, life would never be boring again! | a necessary distraction if you want to stay in the lucid dream! Training your dream stability also trains your lucidity as you stay focussed on the fact you're dreaming while using stabilizing techniques.
Third, how present is your critical faculty? Do you accept things at face value, | 57 |
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Wes Thomas and Kristian Thomas were both on target against Yeovil Town, either side of an own goal from Adel Gafaiti.
Town created further chances in each half on their way to a third straight League Two win, before Alex Fisher grabbed a late consolation.
Jolley told Grimsby Live: "I wouldn't use the word comfortable, but it was a win and I think we deserved the win overall.
Ahead of kick-off, long-serving goalkeeper James McKeown was recalled to the starting XI after suspension.
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NYU Langone Medical Center and Winthrop-University Hospital announced approval by their respective Boards of an affiliation agreement that will bring the two organizations together to expand, enhance, and clinically integrate their healthcare networks on Long Island.
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Against All Odds: The World Food Programme's Use of Amphibious Vehicles in Humanitarian Logistics Operations
By Luk Van Wassenhove, Boas Meijer, Paul Dettmer
Industry Logistics and Supply Chain
WFP: An Overview
Guidelines for Lecturers
Against All Odds: Operational Background Information
Against All Odds: The World Food Programme's Use of Amphibious Vehicles in Humanitarian Logistics Operations - Slides
In 2017, the World Food Programme decided to procure six amphibious all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) as a way to achieve 'last-mile' delivery to the most remote or disaster-hit areas on the planet. After two successful pilots, it is looking to incorporate ATVs into its disaster response operations as well as its ongoing development operations. The case explains the capabilities of this new type of vehicle, designed to withstand the harshest conditions, and discusses the challenges of integrating its deployment by a decentralized global organization (WFP) that operates in more than 100 countries. It also explores alternatives for setting up new supply chains and business models to ensure the use of ATVs is efficient and effective.
The case is well suited for classes on supply chains and operations management in difficult conditions, particularly in the humanitarian context, with a focus on how to operationalize a specialized transportation asset – the all-terrain vehicle. How and where can the ATV best be used? For what types of applications? How can it be integrated with other transport assets like planes, helicopters and trucks? What value does it add in terms of cost reduction and speed of getting aid to beneficiaries? How must the supply chain be (re)designed to operationalize amphibious vehicles? How will the business model work: will the vehicles be leased and under what conditions? Given the multi-faceted nature of the case setting it can be taught in multiple courses, allowing instructors to decide which facet(s) to emphasize: e.g., supply chains, technology and business model innovation, introduction of innovation and intrapreneurship, or various funding<|fim_middle|>Emeritus Professor of Technology and Operations Management
Boas Meijer
PhD Student in Technology and Operations Management
Paul Dettmer
Supply Chain Hubs in Global Humanitarian Logistics
By Jon M. Stauffer, Alfonso Pedraza Martinez, Luk Van Wassenhove
Decentralized supply chains - with a greater number of hubs and depot locations – are designed to be more responsive to disasters around the globe by getting primary relief items such as food, water and medicines to beneficiaries quickly. This case explores the centralized vs. decentralized tradeoff for the secondary support supply chain of an international humanitarian organization (IHO).
GitLab: Can "All Remote" Scale?
By Phanish Puranam, Marco Minervini, Jean Wee
This case explores the organizational practices of GitLab, an "all remote" company with more than 1,000 employees located in 59 countries. GitLab solves the challenges of employees working in an online-only environment by relying extensively on asynchronous modes of coordination.
World Food Programme: Lesotho - Building Sustainable Operations
By Rolando Tomasini, Emma L Maspero, Luk Van Wassenhove, Hans W. Ittmann
The Mountain Kingdom of Lesotho is a landlocked country of approximately 2 million people. Highly dependent on South Africa's economy and trade, in a good year Lesotho is only able to produce 35% of its cereal needs. Approximately 30% of the population is affected by HIV/AIDS. | and financing models.
The case covers a broad range of topics: humanitarian relief operations, innovation management, supply chain design, logistics management, change management, stakeholder management and business model design. Six documents are provided to support the teacher. The main case file is the slide set, which contains most of the case information. The "Case Study" text document can be regarded as a teaser for the students. Please check the "Guidelines for Lecturers" file for a full overview of the different case documents.
Supply Chain Design/Management
The World Food Programme
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Holland America Rolls Out New America's Test Kitchen Shows
Holland America Line is turning up the heat — literally — by expanding it's popular lineup of America's Test Kitchen classes. The line added five new cooking shows to the program for 2019, offering lessons which will help cruisers learn how to prepare everything from takeout food to elegant dinners.
What to Expect From HAL's America's Test Kitchen
Each 45-minute cooking show is meant to combine in-depth recipe demonstrations with practical kitchen knowledge — like how to choose the correct knife or purchase the freshest produce — that passengers can take with them off of the ship and into their own kitchens. As of now, every Holland America ship offers the American Test Kitchen venue, with the exception of Maasdam. The concept is based on the television show<|fim_middle|>'t?) and more.
If the live shows sound a bit too crowded for your taste, or you are just simply too late and miss out on all the action, there is no need to fret. You can enjoy episodes of America's Test Kitchen from the comfort of your stateroom 24 hours a day.
Which new show are you excited to try out on your next Holland America cruise?
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"Holland America Line guests are knowledge seekers, foodies and learners, and our America's Test Kitchen shows really resonate with them — which is why they're wildly popular and draw standing-room-only crowds," said Orlando Ashford, Holland America Line's president. "We're excited to expand on the already exceptional menu of shows offered by America's Test Kitchen to include some fun topics that easily transition to the home kitchen."
This means that some of the new classes are aimed at the everyday cook as opposed to those who may be more adept in the kitchen than your average home chef. As a result, some of the classes wind up having a broader appeal thanks to their almost universal nature.
The five new live-demonstrations are:
Sweet and Fruity Desserts
Dinner Classics for Two
Mediterranean Medley
Serious Tacos
Make Your Own Takeout
These are in addition to the already-popular programs such as Meatless Monday Meals, Everything Salmon, Steakhouse Dinner, Italian Favorites, We Love Chocolate (who doesn | 231 |
By: Rand Fishkin January 15th, 2014
My Final Post as CEO: Sarah Bird Has the Conn
The author's views are entirely his or her own (excluding the unlikely event of hypnosis) and may not always reflect the views of Moz.
In case you missed the post on my blog last month, we have some big news to share: I'm officially handing over the reins as CEO, and am thrilled to welcome our President and COO Sarah Bird into the role. I sat down with Sarah for a conversation about our memories from working together these past seven years and our plans for the future at Moz.
Rand: Howdy, Moz fans. I'm Rand Fishkin, the CEO her at Moz, and I'm joined by my longtime partner in the business, Sarah Bird, who has been our Chief Operations Officer up until today, and in fact I'm going to be handing off my CEO role to Sarah.
Sarah: Wait, what's happening?
Rand: You don't remember this?
Sarah: No.
Rand: I sent a memo.
Sarah: Yeah.
Rand: And as part of that we wanted to discuss a little bit about why the CEO transition is happening, the new role that I'll be taking, how things might change, and what will stay the same under Sarah's tenure. I hope you enjoy it.
Gosh, I think we first met at Kim's house. Right?
Sarah: Kim's house.
Rand: Or at her apartment.
Sarah: Mm-hmm.
Rand: Was that 2002, '03?
Sarah: I was thinking about this. It was probably three. It was probably the beginning of her second year.
Rand: And you were in law school.
Sarah: We were in law school together, and our friend Kim is a natural connector. She never forgets a face. She is the kindest person on the planet. She makes great food, and she was throwing one of her epic parties of bringing great people together.
Rand: She became a lawyer.
Sarah: She became a lawyer.
Rand: And then she left the law, and now she's a chef.
Sarah: Now she's a chef doing what she loves.
Rand: Yeah. There were probably seven or eight people at that dinner. My memory is, the first time you met me you called BS on me and thought I was full of it.
Rand: And I really liked you.
Sarah: Yeah. It's funny, because I thought that you were naive because you believed something you read on the Internet. And I was, like, "Oh, dear."
Rand: To be fair, the Internet is full of junk, right?
Sarah: Yeah. But I wasn't sure you knew that at the time. "No, I read this story about a guy who doesn't have to eat. I read it on the Internet." And I was, like, "No, people have to eat." Just because it's on the Internet doesn't mean it's true. So I was lecturing you about the Internet.
Rand: I remember Geraldine, my wife, was there.
Sarah: Yeah. Although you were not married yet. You were dating.
Rand: No. We had just started dating maybe a couple of years before.
Sarah: And she and I really bonded, because we had both read this both that we read way too early in our young lives. We read them when we were ten. It was a Judy Bloom book. Right?
Rand: Oh God. I remember those.
Sarah: I was like, "Oh my God. I was scarred by that book as a child." I was scarred too.
Rand: Well, they have you read it really early. Then fast forward probably, what, four or five years later. It's 2000 . . .
Sarah: 2007.
Rand: . . .'07, and you had been working in a . . .
Sarah: A law firm.
Rand: Like a family practice kind of thing?
Sarah: General practice.
Rand: General practice.
Sarah: The bread and butter of a lot of general practice is family law, so I did a lot of family law. But I did a lot of other things too.
Rand: Yeah. And then my memory is that you just sort of emailed me randomly, because we had been hanging out as friends for years, and said, "Hey, I'm thinking about making a change."
Sarah: My memory is we had already had a schedule. We were all scheduled to go out to dinner, you, me and Geraldine anyway.
Rand: Okay.
Sarah And I had just given my notice.
Rand: Oh.
Sarah: That's my memory of it. I remember telling you guys at dinner, like, "Okay, I did it. I made the decision. I don't know what I'm going to do next."
Rand: Hmm. Did I talk you into it then?
Sarah: That's my memory. It was that you said, "Well, you know I have this round of funding. You should totally come and help out."
Rand: Oh, yeah. This is the same time that Michelle Goldberg and Ignition Partners were putting their first million dollars into Moz.
Sarah: And you were talking to me. It was like, "Are these good deal terms or what?"
Rand: Oh, yeah.
Sarah: While I was still at the practice.
Rand: That's right.
Sarah: Right.
Rand: Thanks for not charging me.
Sarah: Yeah. You're welcome. And your mom, actually, Gillian was a great supporter, very kind. So she interviewed me and was like, "Yeah, you should come onboard." Which is crazy.
Rand: And I remember that we had like an early board meeting. I think one of our first official board meetings.
Sarah: In January.
Rand: You came to it, and that was January '08, which you attended sort in like . . .
Sarah: General counsel.
Rand: . . . yeah, a counsel role. After the meeting, I remember you thought Michelle from Ignition didn't like you at all.
Sarah: At all.
Rand: And Michelle talked to me and was like, "Sarah Bird is incredible. We should think about promoting her. Maybe we should give her a different role at the company, upgrade her responsibilities."
Sarah: Yeah, which is hilarious, because I thought she was the Ice Queen. I was like, "I'm going to kill her with kindness over time. I'm going to be so nice to her she'll come around." And she did.
Rand: She liked you though.
Sarah: She did.
Rand: She loves us both.
Sarah: Yeah. We're great friends.
Rand: How long was it before we made you COO?
Sarah: That was June. So about six months.
Rand: Oh, my gosh.
Sarah: Well, I was one of the oldest people in the company, and I came to the board meetings with a binder that had color coded tabs, and so clearly I was like the most qualified to be in operations. I'm saying that because I think an important part of the story, for entrepreneurs listening, is that it's not necessarily the best idea to make hiring an attorney like your number eight person. I was number the number eight person, and it didn't make a lot of sense. But I think that both you and I didn't know a lot about the startup and the life cycle and how to make software, right?
We were starting out. We were really naive. We knew we liked each other. We knew there was mutual respect on intellect. So between intellect and wanting to do something great and similar values, we were kind of like, "Oh yeah, we should totally work together."
Rand: I think one of the best parts that I've always found in our relationship, and I know we've had months and years where things were tough between us, right?
Sarah: Tough. Yeah, you wanted to fire me, and I wanted to quit at one point. It's true.
Rand: I'm so sorry.
Sarah: No, it's true. Both sides, right? But that's part of the journey that's been so great.
Rand: I'm really glad you stuck it out.
Sarah: I'm glad you stuck it out with me, right? I mean, here we are. It's crazy.
Rand: I never wanted to fire you. I just wanted to change how we interacted. I wanted to agree more.
Rand: Sometimes we disagree really passionately, and I think it's always pushed me, I think, eventually to get better, to get smarter, and to refine the data behind my decisions and advance the breadth of what I'm considering in any kind of decision making format. So I really appreciate that.
Sarah: We got through the hard parts, right? Challenged each other. The xciting to me is that . . .
Rand: It's pretty hard right now too.
Sarah: See, I think it's harder for you than it is for me right now, right?
Rand: Yeah, that's fair.
Sarah: Right. I think that going through that challenging period together in the business, where we both had to grow so much and learn so much and make really hard decisions for people we care about, I think we got to the other side of that, which builds a lot of trust. I don't know about you, but I think no matter how much I'm disagreeing with Rand right now and I would go a totally different way, I never doubt your intent. I trust you so completely. I know you're doing your best. You're thinking the best you can about a long-term problem and wanting to act in accordance with your integrity.
So it's great that we have a relationship where you take all of that other stuff off the table. There's no room for suspicion or doubt.
Rand: Yeah. As I've been talking to entrepreneurs about this journey and about stepping down from the CEO role, one of the messages that I consistently hear from a lot of folks is, "I don't have someone like Sarah in my life, in my<|fim_middle|>>What is the propane tank for? Company cook outs?</li> </ul>
Hans van Schip
My thoughts are the same on the "less important" reactions :-)
Hansie1966 edited 2014-01-15T23:52:38-08:00
<p> My thoughts are the same on the "less important" reactions :-) </p>
Trevor Klein
I actually just learned about that tank the other day (it hasn't been used since I've been a Mozzer) -- it was for helium, not propane. Apparently there were once shark-shaped balloons at the Mozplex, and that canister was for filling them with helium. It was appropriately labeled "shark food." =)
<p> I actually just learned about that tank the other day (it hasn't been used since I've been a Mozzer) -- it was for helium, not propane. Apparently there were once shark-shaped balloons at the Mozplex, and that canister was for filling them with helium. It was appropriately labeled "shark food." =) </p>
Melissa Fach - @SEOAware
Rand, I am so impressed by your decision and Sarah, I know you are going to be awesome. I know the future is going to be bright for you both! :)
<p> Rand, I am so impressed by your decision and Sarah, I know you are going to be awesome. I know the future is going to be bright for you both! :) </p>
Springboard_SEO
Sarah, you have some big - and yellow - shoes to fill.
<p> Sarah, you have some big - and yellow - shoes to fill. </p>
Sasha Zabelin
I just hope that the WBF will be same as always. Best of luck to Sarah.
<p> I just hope that the WBF will be same as always. Best of luck to Sarah. </p>
Erica McGillivray
Don't worry, we aren't letting Rand go anywhere. He'll be around for plenty more WBFs. :)
<p> Don't worry, we aren't letting Rand go anywhere. He'll be around for plenty more WBFs. :) </p>
ALL YOUR WHITE BOARD FRIDAYS ARE BELONG TO ME!!!!!
<p> ALL YOUR WHITE BOARD FRIDAYS ARE BELONG TO ME!!!!! </p>
White Beard Friday, Sarah... White Beard Friday :)
<p> White Beard Friday, Sarah... White Beard Friday :) </p>
Rand, I've said it before - this is a great move.
I'm not sure about the beard, though...
<p> Rand, I've said it before - this is a great move. </p> <p> I'm not sure about the beard, though... </p>
I strongly disagree Ian.
IMO, there's no better way for Rand to kick-off his role as individual contributor than by demonstrating follicle endowment of that magnitude. When I look into the twisted corners of the mo and the salt and pepper visage around the chin, I'm inspired to work harder, go further and do it all with a massive beard.
<p> I strongly disagree Ian. </p> <p> IMO, there's no better way for Rand to kick-off his role as individual contributor than by demonstrating follicle endowment of that magnitude. When I look into the twisted corners of the mo and the salt and pepper visage around the chin, I'm inspired to work harder, go further and do it all with a massive beard. </p>
Tom Rayner
As someone who's facial hair still resembles that of a child, I wholeheartedly concur.
<p> As someone who's facial hair still resembles that of a child, I wholeheartedly concur. </p>
Adrian Pike
Rand's mustache is nothing short of extraordinary.
<p> Rand's mustache is nothing short of extraordinary. </p>
Don't I know it! I'm just glad I don't have to grow such a magnificient beard!
<p> Don't I know it! I'm just glad I don't have to grow such a magnificient beard! </p>
Michael Freeman
Congrats Sarah and Rand. This looks like a great transition and one that will let everyone win. Thanks for everything and here's to the next chapter!
<p> Congrats Sarah and Rand. This looks like a great transition and one that will let everyone win. Thanks for everything and here's to the next chapter! </p>
It's definitely going in the 'French movie villain' direction :-)
<p> It's definitely going in the 'French movie villain' direction :-) </p>
Wow, exciting news for you both and all of us too! I have no doubt Sarah will be awesome. Rand, can we, the Moz Community, have a contest to come up with your new title? :-) Some suggestions (which, no doubt, have probably already been tossed around):
Rand Fishkin, The Mozinator
Rand Fishkin, the artist formerly known as the CEO
Rand Fishkin, the Wonderful Wizard of Moz [that one's my personal favorite]
...it's got to be something super fun I think! :-)
<p> Wow, exciting news for you both and all of us too! I have no doubt Sarah will be awesome. Rand, can we, the Moz Community, have a contest to come up with your new title? :-) Some suggestions (which, no doubt, have probably already been tossed around): </p> <p> Rand Fishkin, The Mozinator </p> <p> Rand Fishkin, the artist formerly known as the CEO </p> <p> Rand Fishkin, the Wonderful Wizard of Moz [that one's my personal favorite] </p> <p> ...it's got to be something super fun I think! :-) </p>
Donnie Cooper
Thanks so much for what you have done to help all of us Rand. You've helped a lot of people with more than I suspect you'll ever know.
<p> Thanks so much for what you have done to help all of us Rand. You've helped a lot of people with more than I suspect you'll ever know. </p>
Slavko Desik
Seeing you guys talk about shifts in obligation and future roles, it's hard not to be amazed by how professionally, and even emotionally, mature this company is. Letting go in areas you are not so good at, or don't particularly enjoy, and letting others take the wheel is really admirable. Most people fall pray to power and being in charge, but voluntarily stepping off only proves how much this company cares about both product and people.
Glad to hear that you are going to focus more on evangelism and marketing related stuff. Many people, myself included, have gained tons and tons of knowledge, and not only about your product, but the vision you guys share for SEO in its entirety, as well as the whole of inbound marketing.
Good luck to both you and Sarah, and I can't wait to see this company becoming even more awesome.
Oh, and I'm officially jealous for not having such a cool beard.
<p> Seeing you guys talk about shifts in obligation and future roles, it's hard not to be amazed by how professionally, and even emotionally, mature this company is. Letting go in areas you are not so good at, or don't particularly enjoy, and letting others take the wheel is really admirable. Most people fall pray to power and being in charge, but voluntarily stepping off only proves how much this company cares about both product and people.<br /><br /> Glad to hear that you are going to focus more on evangelism and marketing related stuff. Many people, myself included, have gained tons and tons of knowledge, and not only about your product, but the vision you guys share for SEO in its entirety, as well as the whole of inbound marketing. <br /><br /> Good luck to both you and Sarah, and I can't wait to see this company becoming even more awesome.<br /><br /> Oh, and I'm officially jealous for not having such a cool beard. </p>
Jane Copland
Congratulations to both of you :) Rand it was wonderful to work with you and I will continue to call you boss, only because you always hated it.
Good luck, Sarah!
<p> Congratulations to both of you :) Rand it was wonderful to work with you and I will continue to call you boss, only because you always hated it. </p> <p> Good luck, Sarah! </p>
Raviraj
Thank You Rand for what ever you have teached us and I would like to Congratulate Sarah !!!
Best Wishes Sarah!!!
<p> Thank You Rand for what ever you have teached us and I would like to Congratulate Sarah !!! <br /><br /> Best Wishes Sarah!!! </p>
Justin Lewis
Whilst I was traveling the country, I lost connection with Moz and where the company had gone. I'd like to say that Rand, you did a wonderful job as CEO. I'm very thankful that Sarah has handled the company so well (obviously you're still there). You both rock so much and I appreciate your willingness to be so transparent and real.
There are too many businesses out there just doing things.. just because. You have reasoning and watching how Moz has continued to grow, it's beautiful.
I'm thankful to be apart of this community and look forward to continuing my support for Moz!
<p>Whilst I was traveling the country, I lost connection with Moz and where the company had gone. I'd like to say that Rand, you did a wonderful job as CEO. I'm very thankful that Sarah has handled the company so well (obviously you're still there). You both rock so much and I appreciate your willingness to be so transparent and real.</p> <p>There are too many businesses out there just doing things.. just because. You have reasoning and watching how Moz has continued to grow, it's beautiful.</p> <p>I'm thankful to be apart of this community and look forward to continuing my support for Moz!</p>
Bryant Jaquez
Congratulations Sarah. Rand, thank you for what you have built. Moz team..... I can't wait to see what ensues. You guys are all amazing.
<p> Congratulations Sarah. Rand, thank you for what you have built. Moz team..... I can't wait to see what ensues. You guys are all amazing. </p>
monteh
Hi Rand, what you really did was "hire your replacement". Good thing too as it allows you to follow your passion. Forget titles and follow your passion. It is a promotion and you no longer have to do a bunch "compliance" work. Enjoy my friend.
<p> Hi Rand, what you really did was "hire your replacement". Good thing too as it allows you to follow your passion. Forget titles and follow your passion. It is a promotion and you no longer have to do a bunch "compliance" work. Enjoy my friend. </p>
My thoughts exactly :-)
<p> My thoughts exactly :-) </p>
Marisa Brayman
Rand, don't be concerned that most of us are happy you are stepping down. I think I speak for the majority when I say it's because it means we'll be seeing more of you now!
<p> Rand, don't be concerned that most of us are happy you are stepping down. I think I speak for the majority when I say it's because it means we'll be seeing more of you now! </p>
Jon Morrow
After watching the video, I think I want to make Sarah the CEO of my company too. Can we do that? No? She's already too busy? *swears*
In all seriousness, this seems to be getting more and more common. Jason Cohen recently made a similar move at WP Engine.
Or maybe it's always been common, but I'm just now noticing, because it's something I'd love to do too. :-)
<p> After watching the video, I think I want to make Sarah the CEO of my company too. Can we do that? No? She's already too busy? *swears* </p> <p> In all seriousness, this seems to be getting more and more common. Jason Cohen recently made a similar move at WP Engine. </p> <p> Or maybe it's always been common, but I'm just now noticing, because it's something I'd love to do too. :-) </p>
Michael Janik
In Germany we have a female "Boss of Germany" Chancellor Angela Merkel and she is quite good in keeping the power even though politics is a very tough business. In my opinion communication skills, kindness and intelligence are very important in our modern society and Sarah Bird seems to have these characteristics. And it is good that she feels like a boss (even though she is the number 2 after Rand). That shows she is ready to take the responsibility.
MichaelJanik edited 2014-01-15T18:52:22-08:00
<p> In Germany we have a female "Boss of Germany" Chancellor Angela Merkel and she is quite good in keeping the power even though politics is a very tough business. In my opinion communication skills, kindness and intelligence are very important in our modern society and Sarah Bird seems to have these characteristics. And it is good that she feels like a boss (even though she is the number 2 after Rand). That shows she is ready to take the responsibility. </p>
Vinod Duvasi
Nice beard Rand..
Hoping Moz to see at the next level of success.
Wish you all the luck..Sarah..
<p> Nice beard Rand.. </p> <p> Hoping Moz to see at the next level of success. </p> <p> Wish you all the luck..Sarah.. </p> <p> Thanks </p>
RockChalkJakeB
Great decision, get him out of here!! Definitely not upset he's leaving his role or anything...
Seriously though, it sounds like this move is for the best - freeing up Rand to do what he's really passionate about and GOOD at, which is a win for all of us as much as him. Good luck in your new roles guys!
<p> Great decision, get him out of here!! Definitely not upset he's leaving his role or anything... </p> <p> Seriously though, it sounds like this move is for the best - freeing up Rand to do what he's really passionate about and GOOD at, which is a win for all of us as much as him. Good luck in your new roles guys! </p>
Niladri Sarkar
Rand,
I'm glad that you will be back in your original avatar. Kudos to you for having the courage to make the change happen.
Niladri
<p> Rand, </p> <p> I'm glad that you will be back in your original avatar. Kudos to you for having the courage to make the change happen. </p> <p> Best </p> <p> Niladri </p>
Good luck on both of your new roles! :) I enjoyed the video
<p> Good luck on both of your new roles! :) I enjoyed the video </p>
ReSEOlve
All the best Rand and Sarah and the team you are a model for anyone who wants to build a successful business and an excellent role model love to know where you both see yourself in 5 years from now? you have come along way in such a short time congratulations and may God bless the spirit you show.thanks
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moz_(marketing_software)
<p> All the best Rand and Sarah and the team you are a model for anyone who wants to build a successful business and an excellent role model love to know where you both see yourself in 5 years from now? you have come along way in such a short time congratulations and may God bless the spirit you show.thanks </p> <p> <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moz_(marketing_software)" rel="nofollow">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moz_(marketing_software)</a> </p>
Jacob Zuppke
Just curious.. What would some of your regrets as CEO be? (if there were any?)
<p> Rand, </p> <p> Just curious.. What would some of your regrets as CEO be? (if there were any?) </p>
ZeroWing
Rand, I really have enjoyed your videos and have become accustomed to setting aside time on Mondays to review the previous Friday's WBF. Good to know those are still available, and it seems from your video that you and Sarah have a deep mutual respect for each other. Reiterating what a lot of people have said, your forums and products have helped me succeed in a second career. I recommend to anybody that wants an introduction to SEO join the forums then start reading and asking questions.
Interesting that you and Sarah have a legal background then moved into SEO. I graduated law school, but also moved into SEO. I always get asked why, and I say a good legal education teaches you to think logically and organize things in a systematic way which helps in SEO strategies for websites.
Sarah, Zero Wing is now trending, and I am looking forward to seeing how Moz progresses in the future!
<p> Rand, I really have enjoyed your videos and have become accustomed to setting aside time on Mondays to review the previous Friday's WBF. Good to know those are still available, and it seems from your video that you and Sarah have a deep mutual respect for each other. Reiterating what a lot of people have said, your forums and products have helped me succeed in a second career. I recommend to anybody that wants an introduction to SEO join the forums then start reading and asking questions. </p> <p> Interesting that you and Sarah have a legal background then moved into SEO. I graduated law school, but also moved into SEO. I always get asked why, and I say a good legal education teaches you to think logically and organize things in a systematic way which helps in SEO strategies for websites. </p> <p> Sarah, Zero Wing is now trending, and I am looking forward to seeing how Moz progresses in the future! </p>
Larry Kim
is that the moz financial document closet?
<p> is that the moz financial document closet? </p>
Hi Larry, We're actually in the middle of an epic office move so most of our stuff is in boxes. We felt it was a fitting backdrop since this really is a time of transition. Plus, we like to keep it real. ;)
<p> Hi Larry, We're actually in the middle of an epic office move so most of our stuff is in boxes. We felt it was a fitting backdrop since this really is a time of transition. Plus, we like to keep it real. ;) </p>
Eric Darby
Hi Rand, this may sound strange, but congratulations! The reason I say this is that I am reading a wonderful book right now called Necessary Endings by Dr. Henry Cloud. It focuses on business, but the concepts can be applied to all areas of life.
The book talks about how many of us fear endings and don't see that endings and changes of season are absolutely normal and healthy - and essential.
Many leaders lack the courage to step into the necessary endings which are best for all parties involved. You, however, being the wise (former) CEO that you are, do not lack courage. You are free to pursue the next season of your life and you've allowed Moz.com and Sarah to pursue theirs.
<p> Hi Rand, this may sound strange, but congratulations! The reason I say this is that I am reading a wonderful book right now called Necessary Endings by Dr. Henry Cloud. It focuses on business, but the concepts can be applied to all areas of life. </p> <p> <br /> The book talks about how many of us fear endings and don't see that endings and changes of season are absolutely normal and healthy - and essential. </p> <p> <br /> Many leaders lack the courage to step into the necessary endings which are best for all parties involved. You, however, being the wise (former) CEO that you are, do not lack courage. You are free to pursue the next season of your life and you've allowed Moz.com and Sarah to pursue theirs. </p> <p> <br /> Well done. </p> <p> <br /> Kind regards, </p> <p> Eric Darby </p>
Wes Cowan
Does this mean no more White Board Fridays from you Rand!? Our Friday mornings will be ruined! :/
<p> Does this mean no more White Board Fridays from you Rand!? Our Friday mornings will be ruined! :/ </p>
Fear not, Erick -- Rand will still be filming Whiteboard Fridays. In fact, there's one posted today! =)
<p> Fear not, Erick -- Rand will still be filming Whiteboard Fridays. In fact, there's <a href="http://moz.com/blog/guest-posting-blogging-slippery-slope-whiteboard-friday" rel="nofollow">one posted today</a>! =) </p>
Vangelis Kovaios
Thanks Rand for all! By the way, is that Heisenberg's baby blue in the box behind you?:)
<p> Thanks Rand for all! By the way, is that Heisenberg's baby blue in the box behind you?:) </p>
Rand it was a pleasure working with you for the last several years!
<p> Rand it was a pleasure working with you for the last several years! </p> <p> Dave </p>
Namdeo Mohurle
Congrats to both of you . Rand .we don't wanna miss you on wbf.
<p> Congrats to both of you . Rand .we don't wanna miss you on wbf. </p>
Wesley Smits
Rand, you've always done great job! And Sarah, i'm sure you're just gonna pick up where Rand left off ;)
<p> Rand, you've always done great job! And Sarah, i'm sure you're just gonna pick up where Rand left off ;) </p>
Pushkar Gaikwad
Congrats Sarah
@Rand - "As Moz has grown in number of people, I've often felt overwhelmed, out-of-my-depth, and emotionally challenged to handle the complexities of intra-team conflicts, morale, and organizational development issues. I want to do what I love and what I'm good at, and I believe I'll be healthier and happier and Moz will be better served by me taking that role."
I totally understand where Rand is coming from and a very wise decision, It makes no sense to do things in life which you are not enjoying, you will take wrong half hearted decisions and it will only make your and others life around you more miserable.
AeroLeads edited 2014-01-19T03:15:37-08:00
<p> Congrats Sarah </p> <p> @Rand - "As Moz has grown in number of people, I've often felt overwhelmed, out-of-my-depth, and emotionally challenged to handle the complexities of intra-team conflicts, morale, and organizational development issues.<strong> I want to do what I love and what I'm good at</strong>, and I believe I'll be healthier and happier and Moz will be better served by me taking that role." </p> <p> I totally understand where Rand is coming from and a very wise decision, It makes no sense to do things in life which you are not enjoying, you will take wrong half hearted decisions and it will only make your and others life around you more miserable. </p>
MattAntonino
Rand - the longest comment I've ever left on a blog post was your "Work Life Balance" post. You seemed ... not where you wanted to be. I've seen it a lot in startups & entrepreneurs and it usually kicks their tails before they kick it. I'm VERY happy for you that you are going to be focusing more on your passion and less on what you *think* you should be doing. Have a great 2014!
<p> Rand - the longest comment I've ever left on a blog post was your "Work Life Balance" post. You seemed ... not where you wanted to be. I've seen it a lot in startups & entrepreneurs and it usually kicks their tails before they kick it. I'm VERY happy for you that you are going to be focusing more on your passion and less on what you *think* you should be doing. Have a great 2014! </p>
Good luck guys, I wish you all the best :)
<p> Good luck guys, I wish you all the best :) </p>
Navolutions
+1 for "The Wizard of Moz."
Cue wizard v. ninja publicity stunt with Internet Marketing Ninjas.
<p> +1 for "The Wizard of Moz." </p> <p> Cue wizard v. ninja publicity stunt with Internet Marketing Ninjas. </p>
Easy_Garden_Irrigation
Hello. I've just come to watch this video and the embed isn't working. Is there anywhere else I can watch this?
<p>Hello. I've just come to watch this video and the embed isn't working. Is there anywhere else I can watch this?</p>
Mark Woodcock
Delighted to hear that Rand will still be presenting Whiteboard Friday :)
<p> Delighted to hear that Rand will still be presenting Whiteboard Friday :) </p>
Sylonious
Sounds like he's focusing on doing the things he enjoys about the business and leaving the rest to the new CEO.
<p> Sounds like he's focusing on doing the things he enjoys about the business and leaving the rest to the new CEO. </p>
Ryan Glass
I've already tossed out so many Thumbs-Up on this thread...
I think this video was a great way to discuss the transition, and an even better way for some of us who may not know Sarah to get a friendly association going. Have to agree with Phil's comment above, the genre of leadership you both display looks like an amazing place to work.
By the way, Rand, as much as you criticize yourself in the video, many many of us external folks consider you a mentor and a coach.
<p> I've already tossed out so many Thumbs-Up on this thread... </p> <p> I think this video was a great way to discuss the transition, and an even better way for some of us who may not know Sarah to get a friendly association going. Have to agree with Phil's comment above, the genre of leadership you both display looks like an amazing place to work. </p> <p> By the way, Rand, as much as you criticize yourself in the video, many many of us external folks consider you a mentor and a coach. </p>
Fabrizio Ballarini
Great choice Rand! The community will be pleased to learn more from you and the product needs your expertise! Will be a great added value!
<p> Great choice Rand! The community will be pleased to learn more from you and the product needs your expertise! Will be a great added value! </p>
aacook
Huge respect for Rand. Also, doing this video is seriously amazing. Thanks for your contribution to the startup community.
<p> Huge respect for Rand. Also, doing this video is seriously amazing. Thanks for your contribution to the startup community. </p>
madhuriseo
Good Luck Rand. Congratulation to Sarah the new CEO of Moz
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Trevor-Klein edited 2014-01-17T10:52:01-08:00
<p> <strong>Good Luck Rand</strong>. Congratulation to Sarah the new CEO of Moz </p> <p> <i>(Link removed by editor)</i> </p>
Jon Rognerud
I was (still am) amazed at the willingness and openness of yourself to help in so many ways. And, you are always responsive, caring - and add to that - powerful thought-leadership. Congratulations on the (long) journey to your personal success, Rand! - J
<p> I was (still am) amazed at the willingness and openness of yourself to help in so many ways. And, you are always responsive, caring - and add to that - powerful thought-leadership. Congratulations on the (long) journey to your personal success, Rand! - J </p>
Tejas Shah
Best of luck....Sarah..
<p> Best of luck....Sarah.. </p>
Sunday William
Hi Rand,
A very entertaining piece! You two should get nominated for this year's Oscar ( if there is still a chance for nominations. Moz fans like me are always eager to know what comes up next in the pie.
Switching the helm of CEO to Sarah would mean having fresh perspectives but the principles Moz stands for remains the same. We are going to miss your contributions as CEO of Moz, Rand!. Best wishes in your future roles!
<p> Hi Rand, <br /> A very entertaining piece! You two should get nominated for this year's Oscar ( if there is still a chance for nominations. Moz fans like me are always eager to know what comes up next in the pie. </p> <p> Switching the helm of CEO to Sarah would mean having fresh perspectives but the principles Moz stands for remains the same. We are going to miss your contributions as CEO of Moz, Rand!. Best wishes in your future roles! </p>
Congratulations to you both! I'm excited to see where MOZ goes in 2014 :D
<p> Congratulations to you both! I'm excited to see where MOZ goes in 2014 :D </p>
probeseven
Bye bye Rand from WBF we really going miss your presentation. And we hope you will come back in WBF.
<p>Bye bye Rand from WBF we really going miss your presentation. And we hope you will come back in WBF.</p>
Not to worry; Rand will still be filming Whiteboard Fridays (check out today's as an example). =)
<p> Not to worry; Rand will still be filming Whiteboard Fridays (check out today's as an example). =) </p>
bijutoha
I think you are not going to away for long time Rand ! You always will be there in your good works . It's been a long time I saw your face with physical eyes and now I am saying from beneath of heart, really you are the real hero . Also thanks to the new CEO Sarah !
<p> I think you are not going to away for long time Rand ! You always will be there in your good works . It's been a long time I saw your face with physical eyes and now I am saying from beneath of heart, really you are the real hero . Also thanks to the new CEO Sarah ! </p>
NikolajLandrock
I would be lying if I didn't say I am a bit two sided on the matter of you stepping away from being the CEO, Rand. On one side, its very admirable that you have a level of self-awareness that allows you to identify what parts of your life that is making you struggle. Moz is your baby, and even though you are very good at passing on the accomplishments that have been achieved at Moz to the whole team, it is still a big decission to walk away from it. There are countless of examples of leaders who should have done the exact same thing a long while ago. The fact that you are actually doing it is a reminder to every entreprenour out there, to keep self-conscienceness, despite success.
On the other side, the nostalgia in me is against your stepping away. You, being the CEO of Moz alongside doing what you love, resembles a mental energy that I find inspiring on so many levels. I've been in situations, arguing transparency to my former bosses, where I have used you and Moz as a reference to show that being a CEO, taking time out of a busy schedule to share knowledge and educate people outside of your own company, can bring tremendous amounts of respect, awknowledgement and positive influence.
Therefore, I am sad to see you go, but welcome you, Sarah, with open arms. Moz is no longer a start-up and. It's all grown up :)
One thing though, Sarah needs an alias - if you mention the name Rand, most people in digital marketing will instantly know who is being spoken about.
<p> I would be lying if I didn't say I am a bit two sided on the matter of you stepping away from being the CEO, Rand. On one side, its very admirable that you have a level of self-awareness that allows you to identify what parts of your life that is making you struggle. Moz is your baby, and even though you are very good at passing on the accomplishments that have been achieved at Moz to the whole team, it is still a big decission to walk away from it. There are countless of examples of leaders who should have done the exact same thing a long while ago. The fact that you are actually doing it is a reminder to every entreprenour out there, to keep self-conscienceness, despite success. </p> <p> On the other side, the nostalgia in me is against your stepping away. You, being the CEO of Moz alongside doing what you love, resembles a mental energy that I find inspiring on so many levels. I've been in situations, arguing transparency to my former bosses, where I have used you and Moz as a reference to show that being a CEO, taking time out of a busy schedule to share knowledge and educate people outside of your own company, can bring tremendous amounts of respect, awknowledgement and positive influence. </p> <p> Therefore, I am sad to see you go, but welcome you, Sarah, with open arms. Moz is no longer a start-up and. It's all grown up :) </p> <p> One thing though, Sarah needs an alias - if you mention the name Rand, most people in digital marketing will instantly know who is being spoken about. </p>
Nikola, Thank you for welcoming me. I agree that there is a little bit of a 'bitter sweet' taste to this evolution in our roles. I appreciate your support.
<p> Nikola, Thank you for welcoming me. I agree that there is a little bit of a 'bitter sweet' taste to this evolution in our roles. I appreciate your support. </p> <p> Cheers! </p>
Aakar
Congrats! Best wishes guys!
<p> Congrats! Best wishes guys! </p>
Paul Sherland
Rand, congratulations on developing Moz as a special professional community, rather than just an analytics vendor. I'll look forward to your continuing participation in WBFs and MozCon. I'm sure Sarah will build an even better Moz on the solid foundation you've created.
<p> Rand, congratulations on developing Moz as a special professional community, rather than just an analytics vendor. I'll look forward to your continuing participation in WBFs and MozCon. I'm sure Sarah will build an even better Moz on the solid foundation you've created. </p>
Good luck Rand! Will we still get every-week Whiteboard Friday episode hosted by You?
<p> Good luck Rand! Will we still get every-week Whiteboard Friday episode hosted by You? </p>
I usually do 2/3 or 3/4 of every WB Friday, and then bring in guests for the others. You'll certainly still see a lot of me :-)
<p> I usually do 2/3 or 3/4 of every WB Friday, and then bring in guests for the others. You'll certainly still see a lot of me :-) </p>
Vijay Pashte
Oh..! Wow...! Great but hard decision Rand.! Hats off to you. Rand, You have brought the Moz at another level and we would like to see more success by this transition.
To Sarah many congratulations and all the best for this new role. We hope you will also bring more exciting things to the Moz.
<p> Oh..! Wow...! Great but hard decision Rand.! Hats off to you. Rand, You have brought the Moz at another level and we would like to see more success by this transition. </p> <p> To Sarah many congratulations and all the best for this new role. We hope you will also bring more exciting things to the Moz. </p>
René Hansen
Simply amazing to see you focusing on different things in the future. I hope that we get to see more WBF with you, Rand!
<p> Simply amazing to see you focusing on different things in the future. I hope that we get to see more WBF with you, Rand! </p>
Heck yeah - I think I've filmed 4 or 5 in the last 2 weeks, so we've got a nice stash. If you ever have a topic you want me to cover, just drop me an email or a tweet.
<p> Heck yeah - I think I've filmed 4 or 5 in the last 2 weeks, so we've got a nice stash. If you ever have a topic you want me to cover, just drop me an email or a tweet. </p>
Looking forward to see them, I will definitely do that!
<p> Looking forward to see them, I will definitely do that! </p>
Kalu Charan Parida
Wishing both of you All the Best Rand and Sara. Wishing this year will be the most successful year since Moz's inception under Sara's guidance. Best Of Luck.
<p> Wishing both of you All the Best Rand and Sara. Wishing this year will be the most successful year since Moz's inception under Sara's guidance. Best Of Luck. </p>
As a French guy listening and reading your information, I just want to say "Merci beaucoup!" You helped us rank on google like we do now and it seems that you're clever enough to say goodbye now and have a new (and I hope very good) life. Hope to meet you one day in France. And ... again ... thank ou for your help !
<p> As a French guy listening and reading your information, I just want to say "Merci beaucoup!" You helped us rank on google like we do now and it seems that you're clever enough to say goodbye now and have a new (and I hope very good) life. Hope to meet you one day in France. And ... again ... thank ou for your help ! </p>
Patrick McCoy
Congrats, Rand! And, congrats, Sarah! I'm looking forward to what you both contribute in your new roles.
<p> Congrats, Rand! And, congrats, Sarah! I'm looking forward to what you both contribute in your new roles. </p>
Kevin Alvarez
Congratulations. I am personally excited to know that Rand will have more time for sharing his opinions and expertise. Thank you for sharing this video and explaining the "why". This video is a great example of "authenticity" and "transparency".
<p> Congratulations. I am personally excited to know that Rand will have more time for sharing his opinions and expertise. Thank you for sharing this video and explaining the "why". This video is a great example of "authenticity" and "transparency". </p>
Stelian Mezin
I learned a lot from your posts,WTB's,guides...,good luck in the new role Rand.
Congratulations Sarah!
<p> I learned a lot from your posts,WTB's,guides...,good luck in the new role Rand.<br /> Congratulations Sarah! </p>
Alyce Currier
Love the transparency around the whole process!
<p> Love the transparency around the whole process! </p>
I was thinking the same. The hula hoops, bbq butane canister, and financial paperwork boxes in the storage room was a cute/cool idea, but what I really want is some video of Rand and Sarah butting heads over the last few years ;)
<p> I was thinking the same. The hula hoops, bbq butane canister, and financial paperwork boxes in the storage room was a cute/cool idea, but what I really want is some video of Rand and Sarah butting heads over the last few years ;) </p>
Keri Morgret
This is usually not a storage room, but we're moving to new offices very soon, so a lot of things are packed up and it's slightly crazy at the moment.
<p> This is usually not a storage room, but we're moving to new offices very soon, so a lot of things are packed up and it's slightly crazy at the moment. </p>
Jackson Lo
Nice beard Rand!
Rand, you've been an inspiration in every way, and an exceptional example to many I'm sure. I'd say one of the reasons why I've continued to follow you and listen to what you have to say is because of how transparent you've been about everything. Although we've never met, my goal is to hopefully make it out to MozCon this year and meet you in person :) Another hope of course is we don't lose sight of you because you down in the trenches doing awesome things.
Looking forward to Sarah's new role at Moz. Go Sarah!
<p> Nice beard Rand! </p> <p> Rand, you've been an inspiration in every way, and an exceptional example to many I'm sure. I'd say one of the reasons why I've continued to follow you and listen to what you have to say is because of how transparent you've been about everything. Although we've never met, my goal is to hopefully make it out to MozCon this year and meet you in person :) Another hope of course is we don't lose sight of you because you down in the trenches doing awesome things. </p> <p> Looking forward to Sarah's new role at Moz. Go Sarah! </p>
Internet_Strategy_Labs
Congrats Rand!!! Great for you!
<p> Congrats Rand!!! Great for you! </p>
Aaron Wheeler
Congratulations, again, to both of you! I'm very excited to see you both following your passion. I can't think of a more TAGFEE pair of leaders than yourselves. Go, go, 2014!
<p> Congratulations, again, to both of you! I'm very excited to see you both following your passion. I can't think of a more TAGFEE pair of leaders than yourselves. Go, go, 2014! </p>
Matt York
Many Many Thanks Rand For whatever I had learned from you.
You took your decision for MOZ to sign off but please I want from you to continue your awesomenesses at White Board Friday.
<p> Many Many Thanks Rand For whatever I had learned from you. </p> <p> You took your decision for MOZ to sign off but please I want from you to continue your awesomenesses at White Board Friday. </p>
I'm not signing off from Moz, just the CEO role. And you'll definitely see me on more Whiteboard Fridays!
<p> I'm not signing off from Moz, just the CEO role. And you'll definitely see me on more Whiteboard Fridays! </p>
Darren Moloney
Congrats to you both... looking forward to seeing more good stuff in 2014...
PS I really, really don't want to talk about the beard but its both epic and somewhat disconcerting all at the same time!
<p> Congrats to you both... looking forward to seeing more good stuff in 2014... <br /><br /> PS I really, really don't want to talk about the beard but its both epic and somewhat disconcerting all at the same time! </p>
Nouman Tariq
When I first read the title "My Final Post as CEO" I though you are leaving Moz but Thank God you are not leaving it you are just pointing out your CEO Position to Sarah Bird. Great Move by the way. :)
Congratulation to Sarah for becoming new CEO of Moz. Best of Luck to both of you.
<p> When I first read the title "My Final Post as CEO" I though you are leaving Moz but Thank God you are not leaving it you are just pointing out your CEO Position to Sarah Bird. Great Move by the way. :) </p> <p> Congratulation to Sarah for becoming new CEO of Moz. Best of Luck to both of you. </p>
Sid Panchal
I would like to say thank you for provide wonderful information to us, especially for me all your post are very important. Really great job you have done Rand. Just wishing you and Sarah All the best for build a bright future of MOZ!!!
<p> Hi Rand, </p> <p> I would like to say thank you for provide wonderful information to us, especially for me all your post are very important. Really great job you have done Rand. Just wishing you and Sarah All the best for build a bright future of MOZ!!! </p>
Greg Painter
Anyone else notice the gas bottle with Shark food written on it ? Expecting Jaws ?
<p> Anyone else notice the gas bottle with Shark food written on it ? Expecting Jaws ? </p>
Yep! We have a helium-filled flying shark. Thus, the bottle of helium we have is labelled Shark Food.
<p> Yep! We have a <a href="http://www.x-zylo.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=137:air-swimmers-remote-control-flying-shark&catid=40:air-swimmers-info&Itemid=181" rel="nofollow">helium-filled flying shark</a>. Thus, the bottle of helium we have is labelled Shark Food. </p>
I knew my office was missing something! I was expecting more along the lines of -
Jaws food!
<p> I knew my office was missing something! I was expecting more along the lines of - </p> <p> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8hrocLTjvy0" rel="nofollow">Jaws food!</a> </p>
BlueSwitchNYC
Jim Morrison called, he wants his pants back....I kid, I kid! Thank you for always being a beacon of light in this industry, looking forward to seeing even more from you.
<p> Jim Morrison called, he wants his pants back....I kid, I kid! Thank you for always being a beacon of light in this industry, looking forward to seeing even more from you. </p>
Rand! Without a doubt this is the finest career transition I've ever seen! Well done to you and Sarah!
<p> Rand! Without a doubt this is the finest career transition I've ever seen! Well done to you and Sarah! </p>
Reaction from a Rand / MOZ fan from the Netherlands ;-)
At first a shock but luckely only for a few minutes. I explain myself hereafter.
First I want to say that I congratulate Sarah in her new role as CEO. I'm sure she will do fine. Go Sarah!
The shock was because you Rand were always a big inspiration for me and one of the reasons I became a SEO specialist as I think about it. I was afraid that I had to mis your Blog's, WhiteBoards etc. in the future but your new role will bring us more Blogpost and you're even going to write a book! Also your involvement in the researchtools, great.
All in all an exciting change for you and Sarah both and I wish you the best of luck in your new roles.
Hans van Schip - @OMAlkmaar
<p> Reaction from a Rand / MOZ fan from the Netherlands ;-) </p> <p> At first a shock but luckely only for a few minutes. I explain myself hereafter. </p> <p> First I want to say that I congratulate Sarah in her new role as CEO. I'm sure she will do fine. Go Sarah! </p> <p> The shock was because you Rand were always a big inspiration for me and one of the reasons I became a SEO specialist as I think about it. I was afraid that I had to mis your Blog's, WhiteBoards etc. in the future but your new role will bring us more Blogpost and you're even going to write a book! Also your involvement in the researchtools, great. </p> <p> All in all an exciting change for you and Sarah both and I wish you the best of luck in your new roles. </p> <p> Kind regards, </p> <p> Hans van Schip - @OMAlkmaar </p>
Aaron Friedman
This is really amazing. Love the openness and transparency (as usual) how you both express what you are excited about, your fears, and general emotion. The inside look is always great. I am excited to see where things go as I know many other fans are as well.
Good luck Sarah and Rand!
<p> This is really amazing. Love the openness and transparency (as usual) how you both express what you are excited about, your fears, and general emotion. The inside look is always great. I am excited to see where things go as I know many other fans are as well. </p> <p> Good luck Sarah and Rand! </p>
Steven van Vessum
This is a huge step Rand, all the best to you. I hope the change will give you what you're looking for.
PS: consider coloring the white strokes in the beard - it shows ;)
<p> This is a huge step Rand, all the best to you. I hope the change will give you what you're looking for. </p> <p> <br /> PS: consider coloring the white strokes in the beard - it shows ;) </p>
I'm extremely happy to welcome Sarah on this role and looking forward to more development from her.
<p> I'm extremely happy to welcome Sarah on this role and looking forward to more development from her. </p>
PS: consider coloring the white strokes in your beard - it shows ;)
PSS: sorry for the double comment - can someone with enough juice remove my previous one?
StevenvanVessum edited 2014-01-16T00:20:33-08:00
<p> This is a huge step Rand, all the best to you. I hope the change will give you what you're looking for. </p> <p> PS: consider coloring the white strokes in your beard - it shows ;)<br /><br /> PSS: sorry for the double comment - can someone with enough juice remove my previous one? </p>
Globe Moving and Storage India
Congrats Rand, btw you will be posting here right ?
<p> Congrats Rand, btw you will be posting here right ? </p>
Most certainly. You'll still see a lot of me here and on http://moz.com/rand
gfiorelli1 edited 2014-01-16T02:08:59-08:00
<p> Most certainly. You'll still see a lot of me here and on <a href="http://moz.com/rand" rel="nofollow">http://moz.com/rand</a> </p>
Edited because Rand can be so humble to forget linking to his own things on Moz itself...
<p> Edited because Rand can be so humble to forget linking to his own things on Moz itself... </p>
Haha, I noticed that. Rookie mistake, Rand. Rookie mistake... ;-)
<p> Haha, I noticed that. Rookie mistake, Rand. Rookie mistake... ;-) </p>
Umar Khan
Sir, I can't miss your WBFs... Please contibue that.. :(
<p> Sir, I can't miss your WBFs... Please contibue that.. :( </p>
DigitalDivya
Congrats to both of you, i dun know u both personally neither professionally but whatever i read online about u all seems you are great guys.
Best Wishes to MOZ which includes u all.
<p> Congrats to both of you, i dun know u both personally neither professionally but whatever i read online about u all seems you are great guys. </p> <p> Best Wishes to MOZ which includes u all. </p>
Wow_Internet
Best of luck to both of you, Moz has been a ridiculously helpful resource for so many people.
Also, as many others have said, some damn fine facial hair on display here.
<p> Best of luck to both of you, Moz has been a ridiculously helpful resource for so many people. </p> <p> Also, as many others have said, some damn fine facial hair on display here. </p>
Ben Landers
Rand is retiring to eat York Peppermint Patties all day.
<p> Rand is retiring to eat York Peppermint Patties all day. </p>
In the blog post that he references, Rand details that he's not retiring or leaving Moz, but will still continue to work at Moz as an Individual Contributor.
<p> In the blog post that he references, Rand details that he's not retiring or leaving Moz, but will still continue to work at Moz as an Individual Contributor. </p>
Mmmm... I do love Yorks. But I think I'm gonna keep working at Moz, since we give them out for free :-)
<p> Mmmm... I do love Yorks. But I think I'm gonna keep working at Moz, since we give them out for free :-) </p>
Rameez Ramzan
Definitely, we missed him on Friday Whiteboard Friday.. How's sad guys :)
<p> Definitely, we missed him on Friday Whiteboard Friday.. How's sad guys :) </p> | professional life." That's something that I just strongly recommend. I think this process is so hard to go through alone, and if you don't have that partnership, it makes it harder and harder.
Sarah: Yeah. Then, for me, I wasn't someone who came in at Moz like, "Okay, well I'm going to start as general counsel, and then someday I'm going to be the CEO of that place." You don't start that way.
Rand: That's so true.
Sarah: It wouldn't have occurred to me. "Someday I'm going to be . . . that's my game plan. I'm going to start climbing that ladder." So the fact that we have this partnership and that we've been working so closely over time has been great, because at different times in the business I think you and I both served different roles of the leadership, what the company needs at that moment, and that trust has grown over time. Now it's the same thing. It is just shifting, right?
Rand: I see that time and time again. There's an inverse correlation between desire for power and influence and ability to effectively hold power and influence.
Sarah: Yeah. Totally.
Rand: It seems like the people who are reluctantly accepting of the fact that, "I guess I am good at this, and I think I can take these things on," are far better than, "I want to control everything."
Sarah: Yeah. That's so true. It's also one thing that I struggle with in this transition. A lot of people ask, "Oh, how are you feeling? How are you doing? Are you nervous? Are you scared?" I'm actually not scared, and I'm not even anxious. I am uncomfortable with formal titles and formal perceptions of power. It's just something that has never been valuable to me. There's a lot of weird like cultural mythologies and baggage around CEOs and leadership. So it's been interesting for me to be, "Okay, now I'm the CEO of a tech company, $30 million tech company."
That's awesome. I'm so happy about that. In the day-to-day, I don't think twice about it. I don't have any anxiety. But in sort of the bigger picture I'm like, "Wow, how did I become the boss man?" You know?
Rand: You're still not the boss man.
Sarah: Yeah, it's true. So something for me in terms of talking about the transition and even sort of my desire to celebrate it, how I talk about it with my family, I feel a little bit of awkwardness just around like, "Yeah, I'm the boss now." It's weird, right?
Rand: I know exactly how you feel. There's this like . . . I don't know what it is. Something after work tomorrow, like a little celebration . . .
Sarah: Yeah, a little celebration.
Rand: . . . that you guys are doing for the tenure that I've had as CEO here, and that's very kind and flattering, but I also felt incredibly uncomfortable.
Sarah: of course.
Rand: I almost sent the email that was like, "Please don't do this. I don't feel like I deserve it."
Sarah: Yeah, I know.
Rand: It's a tough thing to accept.
Sarah: It's weird.
Rand: I think we're on the same page.
Sarah: Yeah, we're similar in that way. We're kind of hippies at heart in some weird social justice way. Right?
Rand: That is true.
Sarah: What you said earlier too about how lucky we are to have this partnership and how unique it is, I do think it's because a lot of entrepreneurs, when they get to that hard point, those crisis points that we've gotten to at various times in the relationship, they give up then because I think they have less at stake, where you and I had such a friendship ahead of time that we had a lot of motivation around it to say, "You know what? I'm going to go back to the table. I'm going to listen." Or, "Actually, I can compromise on this one." I think that having that extra value around you and I needing to be together for the long term . . .
Rand: The sum cost of friendship.
Sarah: Right. The sum cost. This is someone that it's more than a business relationship, even a very important business relationship that forces you to go back to the table and work through whatever issue you're having, that then creates this very resilient partnership we have now. Right?
Rand: Yeah. I totally agree with that.
Sarah: It's special.
Rand: What I think is insane about that is that, the flip side, what you hear all the time from folks in the business and entrepreneurial community is, "Be very careful about working with your friends and your family and those kinds of things."
Rand: But we've seen the good and the bad sides of that.
Sarah: Yeah. I wouldn't recommend it. I'm not off telling my friends like, "Find your best friend and start a business with them." I'm not recommending it.
Rand: I'm really glad it worked.
Sarah: Yeah. Things are going to be different. I don't think that they will be drastically different. I think that if there was something really wrong with the company, you, the board would have said, "We need a big change. We need a very different person to come in." You'd bring in an outside person who is going to drive a lot of change.
Things are not going badly, and you and I have been great partners together in so much. I think you and I both said we agree 90% of the time, and the 10% of the time we disagree, it's usually, thank God, about something that one or the other of us is kind of like, "I don't have a lot passion about that. So here's my opinion, but go for it."
The amount of times where we disagree, it's something where we're both, like, "I am like an eight or a nine on this. I'm really, really uncomfortable." I can count them on like one hand in the last many years, right?
Rand: They have been few and far between.
Sarah: Few and far between.
Rand: And I think that we've done a good job one compromising on them. Also, one of my favorite things about our interactions is that we don't keep score.
Sarah: No. Well, we both have really bad memories.
Rand: Wait, what?
Sarah: That's great, because we can't keep score. We can't keep score because we can't remember who said what.
Rand: Yeah.
Sarah: It's great.
Rand: That is a good combination. One of the things that I hope, as we make this CEO change, is that you can apply some of the strengths that you've got, particularly around process and organizational scale, people development, that are things where I've sort of been very hands off and almost just let them coast a little bit. You can tighten those up and make them a part of our company and culture as we go forward. But I don't know how much of that is going to be felt externally.
Sarah: Yeah. I agree.
Rand: My hope is that what happens is as you tightens those things, it simply feels very fluid, like, "Gosh, Moz is producing better and better quality software and content and things that help marketers at a more and more rapid pace, and I feel like I can rely on them more and more. But I don't necessarily feel this massive change."
Sarah: They're not going to wake up next week and have it be like, "Whoa, what happened to Moz?"
Rand: Yeah, exactly.
Sarah: What I hope will happen is that Moz will get a little bit better every week, both internally, with how efficient we are and how in line we are with our TAGFEE values, but also the value we're delivering to the customer. So it won't be a moment of like, "Whoa, Moz changed." But maybe nine months from now customers will be like, "You know, Moz has been putting out a lot of really good stuff lately." That's what I would like to see happen.
Rand: Yeah, agreed. So my new role is I feel like a little less defined than yours, but in some ways I'm excited about that. Things that I know that I'm going to keep doing, I'm obviously going to keep working on a lot of evangelism and marketing stuff, so continuing to blog, hopefully even more frequently than I had been last year, continuing to speak at a lot of conferences and events, obviously doing a lot of video, Whiteboard Friday, all that kind of stuff. But then I also have this new product architect role where I'm going to be working on particularly the research tools, so Open Site Explorer and Fresh Web Explorer, keyword difficulty, the Moz bar a little bit with the big data team around some of our new initiatives there.
I'm excited about that. I mean those are areas where I have historically contributed, but as CEO I didn't get to really focus on them. They're almost like ancillary portions of my job that just happen to overlap, and we thought for a long time, "Well, we should have product managers take those over."
So I'm kind of excited about getting to do those things. I have to write a book this year.
Rand: That's on my list. My title is going to be Individual Contributor or Wizard of Moz externally, but nothing formal. Who am I reporting to?
Sarah: You're reporting to me.
Rand: I'm reporting to you, okay.
Sarah: We will have conversations about expectations for sure.
Rand: I hope to not need improvement really as often as I have the last five years. That's my goal performance wise.
Sarah: Yeah, definitely. I'm excited for you to be able to be free on some of the things that are your real superpowers. You have an incredible gift of understanding.
Rand: Growing a beard.
Sarah: Growing a beard, which I will never compete on.
Rand: Yes.
Sarah: I think you have an incredible gift to grasp complex projects and complex algorithms and organizational dynamics that has made you a really effective marketer and leader. It's going to be great for you to take that knowledge and focus on communicating it and creating content around it more consistently than you have been able to as CEO.
Sarah: I think it's going to drive a lot of value for the community and really play on your superpowers.
Rand: Yeah. I'm really excited to offload some things. I mean, I love our executive team, but I don't think that I've done a very good job having them report to me and being a coach and mentor for those folks.
I was talking to someone over coffee today about the role that I play. This person was very surprised. He said to me, "Gosh, I feel like I know you pretty well, and I'm surprised to hear that you don't think of yourself as a good coach and mentor for the team."
What I told him was, "I think I'm really good at communicating externally." The way that I coach and communicate is through the blog, through social media sharing (note, some advice from Rand on Social Media for CEOs), through video. I'm not great at sitting down one on one and being like, "Well, Sarah, I need you to work on these things. I think this is where you can improve your career growth." I can't even remember a time when we've done a one on one like that.
Sarah: It's not our thing.
Rand: Well, it's not my thing. I'm hoping that you're going to do a great job, that you can sit down with people like Anthony and Annette and Adam. Is everybody named A?
Sarah: That was the case, but then we have M, JB and Glenn now.
Rand: Oh yeah. Right.
Sarah: So it was like the triple As.
Rand: Matt Brown. Right, so that you can help upgrade all of those folks.
Sarah: Yeah. One of the things I'm really passionate about, that I think is a little bit different than what you brought to the org is having some more clarity around when decisions get made, who makes those decisions, accountability for them, real team building within each different governing body within the organization, and making sure we're all independent enough to move quickly, but also operating in alignment, I think, is very critical.
I think you're totally right. You've done a great job of leading, about marketing and TAGFEE externally and internally. I'd like to see you continue to do that and actually bring some of your marketing knowledge back into Moz. A really interesting exercise for you, if every presentation you gave externally, you gave that same presentation internally as a lunch and learn.
Rand: Hmm.
Sarah: Would that raise the whole level of awareness about marketing and what marketers are thinking about the team.
Rand: Yeah. That's an interesting idea.
Sarah: We have a lot of one on ones to go. Different planning.
Rand: That sounds good. And in terms of the obligations and roles that you'll be taking on as CEO . . .
Sarah: Yeah. You've got to set the vision for the company. You've got to hold the team accountable. You're ultimately responsible for execution and for really driving the vision, obviously with the board. We've got a wonderful board of great, supportive people. A lot of stakeholders there, but it is the CEO's vision to communicate that, to drive it home, drive it to consensus, and then get the team on line to execute on it.
Rand: Sarah, what do you think is going to be the toughest part? What do you think is going to be the hardest part of being CEO?
Sarah: Gosh, actually I'm not sure yet. I'm in an unusual position, because this is a company I know so well, and I have worked so closely with you for so long that a lot of the role is already very familiar to me. So my challenges, I think, are actually going to be much more about just my own perception and making sure to think of myself as, "I am that person." I need to make sure I am communicating clearly and setting that vision across the organization, whereas right now, being a second in command, it's pretty awesome. I have so much influence and none of the public accountability or even the internal accountability really, because you haven't been a hard driving manager.
So I kind of had the best of both worlds, and now I'm taking on the public accountability, the internal accountability, and that's something I know that I'm going to need to be comfortable with and get comfortable with over time.
And then of course you always worry about people. It's a tremendous responsibility, both to our customers, to the community, to the folks on the team to really deliver true value to them in all the different ways that each of those groups and constituents need value. So I take that very serious.
Rand: I think one of the things that was a little odd for me, Geraldine described it the other night to some of our friends. She was saying that, "I think Rand was a little bit sad that people weren't more upset that he was leaving the role."
Sarah: Right. Right?
Rand: Right.
Sarah: You kind of want people to belike, "Don't go!"
Rand: Yeah. But instead they were like, "Oh, this is a great decision. Yeah, you should totally do it!" "Get him out of here."
Sarah: That's not . . .
Rand: I know that's not how people perceived it, but there was definitely like that . . . the amount of support, like the amount of positivity around the decision made me go, "Maybe I should have been doing something else before now."
Sarah: The Internet has been so nice, right?
Rand: They have. They have been wonderful.
Sarah: Yeah. It's been great.
Rand: Which is a rare thing for the Internet.
Sarah: Thank you.
Rand: Yeah. Keep it up.
Sarah: Yeah. I can see that. I think part of that is one of your strengths as a leader, that's really pushed me and helped me grow, is that transparency and authenticity. So you have been very clear and honest both internally and externally. When there are parts of your role that you're not loving, people know about it.
Rand: Sure.
Sarah: It's not a secret. Everyone cares so much about you personally that when they know how unhappy you are, they want you to be happy, and so when you discover a path to happiness, of course people are going to be like, "Well, yeah, you should do that." I hope we all can make those kinds of decisions, have the self- awareness to recognize when you're not being fulfilled.
I think what you're doing is so unique, because for most people the mythology and the draw of that CEO title, you want to go to your class reunion and be the CEO of a great company. There's all this public perception that you have achieved something, you've made it. That is success. And most people, I think, don't have the self-awareness to reflect back and say, "Well, it doesn't really matter that that's the cultural understanding of success. What's my personal understanding of success?"
Rand: That's very flattering. Thank you. It's very nice.
Sarah: Yeah. I think it's great. We can all learn from that.
Rand: I'm most excited about being able to say yes to some things and no to others and feeling less guilt. That is sitting high on my list of items, just not feeling guilty for passing off an investor contact, or something to do with press, or something external, and just passing that over to you, or forwarding something on and not making a call about it, the decision.
I think I'm also excited about being able to dig in on things where I really want to. I want to spend a bunch more time figuring out how we can improve the spam algorithm that Dr. Peters and the data science team have come up with. Going and having an hour to dig around the web and look at a bunch of web spam papers and not feel guilty about, "Gosh, I'm really spending . . ."
Sarah: That's not CEO work.
Rand: Yeah, that's not CEO work. The product manager should be doing that or the product architect. "Oh wait, I'm the product architect! I get to do this." That's awesome for me. I'm excited about that.
Sarah: Yeah, you're going to be great. I'm excited on your behalf for that, and it's going to add a lot of value to the community and to the company to have you doing that as part of your job.
Rand: I hope so.
Sarah: It will. What am I excited about? I'm excited about a lot of things. I'm excited that this is a huge opportunity for growth for me. There are new challenges in this role, things that you do as second nature that you don't even have to think about, like for example this video. You're on video all the time. You're very public. You are always doing these press things, whatever that is, and that will be new for me. Even just managing the time for it. I'm not that concerned that I'll pick up the skill. I think I'm competent enough to eventually, someday, I hope, be comfortable on video and other public formats.
Rand: You seem plenty comfortable to me. You did a great job at MozCon. You do well on video. I don't think you have . . .
Sarah: But I'm not a Rand Fishkin. That's okay. I will never be exactly like Rand Fishkin.
Rand: I can tell you, it's weird being in here.
Sarah: So I'm looking forward to taking on some of those challenges. That's going to be managing my schedule, managing my priorities. I'm really looking forward to . . . I feel lucky. Honestly, I feel like I get the opportunity to sort of shepherd Moz in what's going to be a wonderful phase. I think that you have this feeling like, "Oh, 2013 was such a challenging year."
Rand: It was really hard.
Sarah: You feel like, "I'm not giving the company to her in the best state." I feel like, "Wow, Rand did most of the shit work, and I get to come in after that's done and be like, 'Well, all right. So let's just tune that, and we'll tune that one and just tweak this thing here. All right. Done." I hope I'm right.
Rand: I hope you're right too. I do feel like the challenges of scale are so . . . and maybe this is just a different skill set kind of thing. But I feel like they are so less suited to the things that I love to do and the things that I'm good at, and the intersection of those two things at the early stages was fairly strong. The intersection today at this size is drifting away.
Sarah: Yeah. It's getting more into the stuff that I just love, right?
Rand: I feel really lucky to have you here.
Sarah: Me too. I feel lucky to be here. Opportunity of a lifetime. It's crazy. It's like, "Hey mom, I'm a CEO!"
Rand: Yeah. Whew.
I see the future of web marketing going in a lot of different directions and some big overarching trends. Some of those are I think that Google has been moving away from being a utility to becoming a business, and Google's business is focused on Google's interests. Businesses can still get a remarkable amount of value through earning traffic from Google, but you have to conform to the way that their business interests dictate, and that's very different from the historical Google is building a highway through the Internet for traffic.
I also see a lot of trends around more people moving into things like content marketing, social media marketing, and SEO, and I think that means it's harder and harder for businesses and creators and creatives to stand out from the crowd.
Sarah: And you have to manage workflow. It's a very fragmented market in terms of where you need to spend energy and time and how you can reach customers. I think that's making a marketer's job more complex. Then you add in things like keyword not provided, and there's a real transparency problem and just a time management problem.
Rand: I feel like that's our obligation, right?
Sarah: Yeah, from the beginning.
Rand: You and I and Moz, and the 128 rest of us, all of us, our job is to bring back data that these other networks have taken away or that scale of networks have removed. Something like a Twitter, they're not trying to obfuscate data like Google is, but the scale of social media has made finding the needle in the haystack impossible. That's what we have to do as a company is show here's the value. Here's how you can take action on that. those kinds of things.
Sarah: Surfacing the insight across all the different properties where you have to have your eye on, I have a lot of empathy for the average marketer out there who is just, "How do you manage your day?"
Sarah: We need to help them do that.
Rand: Especially those small to medium businesses. They are overwhelmed by the obligations that they have in order to both earn traffic for themselves or their customers, if they're consultants, and the disparity between the information that's offered by the networks and what they actually need to be able to report and improve.
Sarah: And then if you have the time to get access to some of that data, the time and the resources, then the Excel spreadsheets, you need to put it all together. You could spend your whole day just trying to analyze the data after you've gotten a hold of it from random sources, and then at what point are you actually doing your work? When are you moving the ball forward, because you're so busy looking at shifting spreadsheets, right?
So I have a lot of empathy for that. I think that the good news is it's a problem that computers can solve, that math can solve. It's not an unsolvable problem.
Rand: And a great UI/UX.
Sarah: Great UI/UX is going to be absolutely critical to that so that we're saving people time and really driving them towards the right insights at the right moment.
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How to Make the Most of MozCon (and Stay Motivated Once it's Over)
Cyrus Shepard
Sarah hired me (and many others) at Moz, and Rand inspired me. Both are amazing teachers and leaders.
The reins couldn't be handed over to a more competent, intelligent or Mozzier person. Very excited for both of you and the future of the company. Big congrats!
Cyrus-Shepard edited 2014-01-15T17:24:03-08:00
<p> Sarah hired me (and many others) at Moz, and Rand inspired me. Both are amazing teachers and leaders. </p> <p> The reins couldn't be handed over to a more competent, intelligent or Mozzier person. Very excited for both of you and the future of the company. Big congrats! </p>
Gianluca Fiorelli
WHAT.A.BEARD!
Jokes apart, Rand... you know how much I esteem you and - this is for you Sarah - you know how great I think you are.
I am sure this change was the ending path of a long journey and hard decision to take.
But, even if I don't know many things, what yes and for sure I know is:
1) that Sarah will be an amazing CEO... more: she was born for being the Moz's CEO;
2) that you will regain that magic you were maybe feeling you were loosing
Conclusion: Moz will be even better than now, it will grew up more and more and we - the Mozzers - will recover the best of the Rand Fishkin :)
(what.a.beard!!)
<p> WHAT.A.BEARD! </p> <p> Jokes apart, Rand... you know how much I esteem you and - this is for you Sarah - you know how great I think you are. </p> <p> I am sure this change was the ending path of a long journey and hard decision to take. </p> <p> But, even if I don't know many things, what yes and for sure I know is: </p> <p> 1) that Sarah will be an amazing CEO... more: she was born for being the Moz's CEO; </p> <p> 2) that you will regain that magic you were maybe feeling you were loosing </p> <p> Conclusion: Moz will be even better than now, it will grew up more and more and we - the Mozzers - will recover the best of the Rand Fishkin :) </p> <p> (what.a.beard!!) </p>
Thanks Gianluca :-) I'm hopeful that Sarah can really help take over a lot of the responsibilities around people, management, and process that a CEO at scale needs to do (and that I've let slide), which can free me up to concentrate on making our software, our content, and our marketing the best they can be.
<p> Thanks Gianluca :-) I'm hopeful that Sarah can really help take over a lot of the responsibilities around people, management, and process that a CEO at scale needs to do (and that I've let slide), which can free me up to concentrate on making our software, our content, and our marketing the best they can be. </p>
vseo
So, you will be building the product, and she will be building the services. It is amazing how MOZ Tools had become the "standar process" for many things
<p> So, you will be building the product, and she will be building the services. It is amazing how MOZ Tools had become the "standar process" for many things </p>
Phil Nottingham
Seems like a fantastic move for everyone involved and I'm very jealous of you all! I wish Sarah was my boss.....
(apologies to Will Critchlow).
<p> Seems like a fantastic move for everyone involved and I'm very jealous of you all! I wish Sarah was my boss..... </p> <p> (apologies to Will Critchlow). </p>
That could be arranged Phil.
Just kidding Will! Sort of, anyway. ;)
<p> That could be arranged Phil. </p> <p> Just kidding Will! Sort of, anyway. ;) </p>
Nick Sayers
Rand and Sarah are two of the most supportive and loving "bosses" anyone could have. Rand did an amazing job building a beautiful company and Sarah will continue to nurture Moz. Basically, they both rule and are trusted at the helm.
<p> Rand and Sarah are two of the most supportive and loving "bosses" anyone could have. Rand did an amazing job building a beautiful company and Sarah will continue to nurture Moz. Basically, they both rule and are trusted at the helm. </p>
T. Scott Clendaniel
Rand was EXTRAORDINARILY kind to me on a personal basis during a huge professional upheaval this summer when I was laid off. He helped me in the middle of juggling a thousand things and while we both attended Distilled's San Diego conference, where I fear I made a complete and utter fool of myself. He never said a thing about that- only offered me invaluable support.
Sarah will make a remarkable CEO, and if she can show 1/10th the compassion, wisdom and willingness to help that Rand showed me, it will be a beautiful thing indeed.
I wish you both nothing but the best.
- T. Scott Clendaniel
<p> Rand was EXTRAORDINARILY kind to me on a personal basis during a huge professional upheaval this summer when I was laid off. He helped me in the middle of juggling a thousand things and while we both attended Distilled's San Diego conference, where I fear I made a complete and utter fool of myself. He never said a thing about that- only offered me invaluable support. </p> <p> Sarah will make a remarkable CEO, and if she can show 1/10th the compassion, wisdom and willingness to help that Rand showed me, it will be a beautiful thing indeed. </p> <p> I wish you both nothing but the best. </p> <p> - T. Scott Clendaniel </p>
In addition to congratulating you both on running a very successful company that has genuinely helped a lot of people (even those that aren't necessarily paying customers!), I want to also congratulate you for bucking the trend - i.e. the CEO in essence "stepping down" into a different role.
I remember this post of yours from nearly a year ago (immediate thought: OMG, I can't believe it was nearly a year ago!) saying that management - and more specifically people management - is not the only way up. I have a mountain of respect for you not only for talking about it, but for trying it out and living it. Let's hope that this is the start of a new trend - another thing that Moz can say that they're proud to have inspired! :-)
steviephil edited 2014-01-16T01:57:09-08:00
<p> In addition to congratulating you both on running a very successful company that has genuinely helped a lot of people (even those that aren't necessarily paying customers!), I want to also congratulate you for bucking the trend - i.e. the CEO in essence "stepping down" into a different role. </p> <p> I remember <a href="http://moz.com/rand/if-management-is-the-only-way-up-were-all-fd/" rel="nofollow">this post of yours</a> from nearly a year ago <em>(immediate thought: OMG, I can't believe it was nearly a year ago!)</em> saying that management - and more specifically <em>people</em> management - is not the only way up. I have a mountain of respect for you not only for talking about it, but for trying it out and living it. Let's hope that this is the start of a new trend - another thing that Moz can say that they're proud to have inspired! :-) </p>
Samuel Scott - @samueljscott
Rand, I just wanted to say "Thank you!" because I pretty much owe my second career (after being laid off at my last journalism job during the economic downturn) in digital marketing to you and Moz. I had randomly found something that you had written on (SEO)Moz in 1998, fell in love with SEO, and never looked back. I've been using your tools at work, following all of the great content here, and more ever since. So, I just wanted to wish you and Sarah all the best in your newfound roles.
And beards are cool!
<p> Rand, I just wanted to say "Thank you!" because I pretty much owe my second career (after being laid off at my last journalism job during the economic downturn) in digital marketing to you and Moz. I had randomly found something that you had written on (SEO)Moz in 1998, fell in love with SEO, and never looked back. I've been using your tools at work, following all of the great content here, and more ever since. So, I just wanted to wish you and Sarah all the best in your newfound roles. </p> <p> And beards are cool! </p>
Bradley Knutson
My important reaction to the video:
I'm very excited to see what Moz has in store for the future of online marketing. I have a new respect for Sarah and have reinforced confidence in Moz as a whole.
Less important reactions:
Rand's beard and mustache combo is fantastic.
Looks like you have some finance files that were due to be DESTROYED in January 2013 - looks like a job for Roger.
I see a bunch of T-Shirts looking for bodies to wear them.
What is the propane tank for? Company cook outs?
<p> My important reaction to the video: </p> <ul><li>I'm very excited to see what Moz has in store for the future of online marketing. I have a new respect for Sarah and have reinforced confidence in Moz as a whole.</li> </ul> <p> Less important reactions: </p> <ul><li>Rand's beard and mustache combo is fantastic.</li> <li>Looks like you have some finance files that were due to be DESTROYED in January 2013 - looks like a job for Roger.</li> <li>I see a bunch of T-Shirts looking for bodies to wear them.</li> <li | 7,370 |
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Digital Geological Map Data of Great Britain - 50k (DiGMapGB-50) Superficial version 7
Data identifying landscape areas (shown as polygons) attributed with geological names and rock type descriptions. The scale of the data is 1:50 000 scale. Onshore coverage is provided for all of England, Wales, Scotland and the Isle of Man. Superficial deposits are the youngest geological deposits formed during the most recent period of geological time, the Quaternary, which extends back about 2.58 million years from the present. They lie on top of older deposits or rocks referred to as bedrock. Superficial deposits were laid down by various natural processes such as action by ice, water, wind and weathering. As such, the deposits are denoted by their BGS Lexicon name, which classifies them on the basis of mode of origin (lithogenesis) with names such as, 'glacial deposits', 'river terrace deposits' or 'blown sand'; or on the basis of their composition such as 'peat'. Most of these superficial deposits are unconsolidated sediments such as gravel, sand, silt and clay. The digital data includes attribution to identify each deposit type (in varying levels of detail) as described in the BGS Rock Classification Scheme (volume 4). The data are available in vector format (containing the geometry of each feature linked to a database record describing their attributes) as ESRI shapefiles and are available under BGS data licence.
Digital Geological Map Data of Great Britain - 50k (DiGMapGB-50) Linear version 7
Linear features (shown as polylines) represent six classes of geological structural features e.g. faults, folds or landforms e.g. buried channels, glacial drainage channels at the ground or bedrock surface (beneath superficial deposits). Linear features are associated most closely with the bedrock theme either as an intrinsic part of it for example marine bands or affecting it in the case of faults. However landform elements are associated with both bedrock and superficial deposits. The linear features are organised into seven main categories: Alteration area indicating zones of change to the pre-existing rocks due to the application of heat and pressure that can occur round structural features such as faults and dykes. Fault where a body of bedrock has been fractured and displaced by a large scale process affecting the earth's crust. Fold where strata are bent or deformed resulting from changes or movement of the earth's surface creating heat and pressure to reshape and transform the original horizontal strata. Folds appear on all scales, in all rock types and from a variety of causes. Fossil horizons where prolific fossil assemblages occur and can be used to help establish the order in which deposits were laid down (stratigraphy). These horizons allow correlation where sediments of the same age look completely different due to variations in depositional environment. Mineral vein where concentrations of crystallised mineral occur within a rock, they are closely associated with faulting, but may occur independently. Landforms define the landscape by its surface form; these include glacial features such as drumlins, eskers and ice margins. Rock identifies key (marker) beds, recognised as showing distinct physical characteristics or fossil content. Examples include coal seams, gypsum beds and marine bands. The data are available in vector format (containing the geometry of each feature linked to a database record describing their attributes) as ESRI shapefiles and are available under BGS data licence.
BGS Geology - 250k (DiGMapGB-250) Linear version 4
Data identifying linear features (shown as polylines) representing geological faults at the ground or bedrock surface (beneath superficial deposits). The scale of the data is 1:250 000 scale providing a generalised set of linear features. Onshore coverage is provided for all of England, Wales, Scotland, and the Isle of Man. Geological faults occur where a body of bedrock has been<|fim_middle|> sediments and water is about one site per 1.5-2km square. Analytical precision is high with strict quality control to ensure countrywide consistency. Results have been standardised to ensure seamless joins between geochemical sampling campaigns. The data provide baseline information on the natural abundances of elements, against which anomalous values due to such factors as mineralisation and industrial contamination may be compared. Published in Britain beneath our feet atlas.
Map based index (GeoIndex) stream water
Water samples have predominantly been collected by the G-BASE (Geochemical Baseline Survey of the Environment) project at an average sampling density of one sample per 1.5 km square. Samples have been collected from approximately 85% of Great Britain but it is only from Wales and Humber-Trent southwards that a wide range of analytes have been determined. Currently G-BASE stream water samples collected from high order streams are determined by ICP-AES for 27 elements - Sr, Cd, Ba, Si, Mn, Fe, P, S (as SO42-), B, Mg, V, Na, Mo, Al, Be, Ca, Zn, Cu, Pb, Li, Zr, Co, Ni, Y, La, K and Cr; and by quadrupole ICP-MS for 24 trace elements - Li, Be, Al, V, Cr, Co, Ni, Cu, As, Rb, Y, Zr, Mo, Ag, Cd, Sn, Sb, Ba, La, Ce, Tl, Pb, Th and U. Automated colorimetric methods are used to determine Cl and NO3- and ion selective electrode is used to determine F. Waters are also analysed for non-purgeable organic carbon (NPOC) to determine dissolved organic carbon content. All samples have routinely been analysed for pH, conductivity and bicarbonate. Much of the UK coverage also includes uranium and fluoride analyses.
BGS Geology - 10k (DiGMapGB-10) Superficial version 2
Data identifying landscape areas (shown as polygons) attributed with geological names and rock type descriptions. The scale of the data is 1:10 000 scale. Onshore coverage is partial with approximately 30% of England, Scotland and Wales available in the version 2 data release. BGS intend to continue developing coverage at this scale; current focus is to include all large priority urban areas, along with road and rail transport corridors. Superficial deposits are the youngest geological deposits formed during the most recent period of geological time, the Quaternary, which extends back about 2.58 million years from the present. They lie on top of older deposits or rocks referred to as bedrock. Superficial deposits were laid down by various natural processes such as action by ice, water, wind and weathering. As such, the deposits are denoted by their BGS lexicon name, which classifies them on the basis of mode of origin (lithogenesis) with names such as, 'glacial deposits', 'river terrace deposits' or 'blown sand'; or on the basis of their composition such as 'peat'. Most of these superficial deposits are unconsolidated sediments such as gravel, sand, silt and clay. The digital data includes attribution to identify each deposit type (in varying levels of detail) as described in the BGS Rock Classification Scheme (volume 4). The data are available in vector format (containing the geometry of each feature linked to a database record describing their attributes) as ESRI shapefiles and are available under BGS data licence.
Map based index (GeoIndex) profile soil
Profile soil analyses are available from a number of BGS programmes, notably the Mineral Reconnaissance Programme (MRP) and the Geochemical Baseline Survey of the Environment (G-BASE) programme. Sampling depth and range of analytes determined is very variable for the MRP. G-BASE samples are consistently from 35 - 50 cm though since 2003 it has become routine practice in the G-BASE project to collect a top soil and deeper profile sample from the same site but only analyses the top soil and store the profile soil. This also applies in urban areas. The G-BASE profile soils were generally sieved to 150 microns before analysis and determined by XRFS for some or all of: Mg, P, K, Ca, Ti, Mn, Fe, V, Cr, Co, Ba, Ni, Cu, Zn, Ga, As, Se, Rb, Sr, Y, Zr, Nb, Mo, Pb, Bi, Th, U, Ag, Cd, Sn, Sb, Cs, La, Ce, Ge, Sc, Se, Br, Hf, Ta, W, Tl, Te and I. MRP samples can include profile samples from greater than 1 meter collected using a power auger and also include till samples. The G-BASE samples are collected at a density of 1 sample per two square kilometres in rural areas and 4 samples every kilometre square in urban areas. MRP sampling was more site specific generally collecting soil samples along lines at spacing intervals generally 25 - 250 m.
Marine Sediment Particle Size Data from around the UK (1966 Onwards)
The data set consists of the results of particle size analysis (PSA) performed on approximetaly 29,000 sea-bed sediment samples collected by BGS from the UK Continental Shelf and adjacent deep water areas, mostly using sediment grabs, but also sediment corers on occasions. Measurements were also made on approximately 8000 downhole sub-samples from shallow cores and boreholes. Data from other UK organisations have also been added to the PSA dataset. The data are stored as part of the National Geoscience Data Centre (NGDC) and the Marine Environmental Data and Information Network (MEDIN) Data Archive Centre (DAC) for Geology and Geophysics. Data are delivered via the BGS Offshore GeoIndex www.bgs.ac.uk/GeoIndex/offshore.htm Seabed Sediment Data layers.
Map based index (GeoIndex) geochemical samples
The map shows the location of excess sample materials from the G-BASE (Geochemical Baseline Survey Of The Environment) geochemistry project:- stream sediments, panned heavy mineral concentrates and soils are stored long term in the National Geoscience Data Centre and are available for use in other projects. The Minerals Programme (incorporating the Mineral Reconnaissance Programme) sample collection contains reference samples of drill cores, rocks, tills, soils, stream sediments and panned concentrates. These samples were collected in the period 1974 - to date in mineralised and potentially mineralised areas of the United Kingdom, principally in the northern and western Britain.
BGS Geology - 10k (DiGMapGB-10) Linear version 2
Linear features (shown as polylines) represent seven classes of geological structural features e.g. faults, folds or landforms e.g. buried channels, glacial drainage channels at the ground or bedrock surface (beneath superficial deposits). The scale of the data is 1:10 000 scale. Onshore coverage is partial with approximately 30% of England, Scotland and Wales available in the version 2 data release. BGS intend to continue developing coverage at this scale; current focus is to include all large priority urban areas, along with road and rail transport corridors. Linear features are associated most closely with the bedrock theme either as an intrinsic part of it for example marine bands or affecting it in the case of faults. However landform elements are associated with both bedrock and superficial deposits. The linear features are organised into seven main categories: Alteration area indicating zones of change to the pre-existing rocks due to the application of heat and pressure can occur round structural features such as faults and dykes. Fault where a body of bedrock has been fractured and displaced by a large scale process affecting the earth's crust. Fold where strata are bent or deformed resulting from changes or movement of the earth's surface creating heat and pressure to reshape and transform the original horizontal strata. Folds appear on all scales, in all rock types and from a variety of causes. Fossil horizons where prolific fossil assemblages occur and can be used to help establishing the order in which deposits were laid down (stratigraphy). These horizons allow correlation where sediments of the same age look completely different due to variations in depositional environment. Mineral vein where concentrations of crystallised mineral occur within a rock, they are closely associated with faulting but may occur independently. Landforms define the landscape by its surface form; these include glacial features such as drumlins, eskers and ice margins. Rock identifies key (marker) beds, recognised as showing distinct physical characteristics or fossil content. Examples include coal seams, gypsum beds and marine bands. The data are available in vector format (containing the geometry of each feature linked to a database record describing their attributes) as ESRI shapefiles and are available under BGS data licence. | fractured and displaced by large scale processes affecting the earth's crust (tectonic forces). The digital data are attributed by fault type; two categories of fault are described in the data: contact and non-contact faults. Contact faults form a boundary between two different rock types whilst non-contact faults indicate a fault displacement within the same rock. The data has been generalised and shows only the location of major faults. All faults shown are inferred i.e. not exposed or seen at a locality, but derived from other evidence including linear depressions in the landscape, the truncation or displacement of topographical features. The data are available in vector format (containing the geometry of each feature linked to a database record describing their attributes) as ESRI shapefiles and are available under BGS data licence.
Arsenic in soil
THIS DATASET HAS BEEN WITHDRAWN **This dataset was created for the "Britain beneath our feet" atlas using information extracted from the Geochemical Baseline Survey Of The Environment (G-BASE) For The UK . For Arsenic in soil data please see Geochemical Baseline Survey Of The Environment (G-BASE) For The UK ** Geochemical Baseline Survey Of The Environment (G-BASE) coverage for arsenic in soil. The G-BASE programme involves systematic sampling and the determination of chemical elements in samples of stream sediment, stream water and, locally, soil, to build up a picture of the surface chemistry of the UK. The average sample density for stream | 300 |
After spending the last 8 weeks going back and forth every other week from Grand Forks to Rochester for infusions of this newest medicine, and worring up a storm all the while proceeding through all the daily tasks and both girls birthday party, we are fresh back from Mayo yet again with news.
It turns out the visit on 07/14 brought some much needed better news<|fim_middle|> original resected area of tumor appear to be missing on the latest MRI. This doesn't mean completely gone, what it means is that the infusions appear to be working to the extent of there being no visibility on the scans, and all other vitals are normal.
This is so much better news than we were expecting (with the luck we've had so far) and we will be heading to San Diego this next week very much in good spirits.
Speaking of 'THE Trip' – we have a full week away this next week, making AJ's dream come true by finally making it to the San Diego Zoo. We are all excited (but not even nearly as much as AJ is!) to make this happen and have a week of nothing to worry about.
Thank you again to everyone for the positive thoughts and prayers!
We will update with lots of pictures soon, take care everyone. | !!!! The areas of new growth we saw last time, as well as the lingering areas around the | 19 |
New Album, Radio Silence, will be released March 18, 2019.
I had the immense pleasure and privilege to engineer and co-produce this 7" single with The Fox Sisters. Recorded in the Subterrain, Winter of 2018. You can pick this up at: https://thefoxsisters.bandcamp.com/album/busy-bee-uum-uum-uum. We are currently in the studio and recording a full length album.
Song clips will be coming to cdbaby in the<|fim_middle|> The Squires of the Subterrain made Mike Murray's , host of Whole Lotta Shakin' Radio Show, best of 2014.
Here are the second and third singles from "The Squires Of The Subterrain".
El Dorado Beach from the album "Hitmen" by Big Boy Pete and The Squire. | near future.
This veteran guitarist of the local scene has played in many bands over the years, most notably The Colorblind James Experience. He seems to be drawing a parallel with the death of those bands and the natural path of life: "Here's hoping that the leaving's easy when it's time to go." And the playing is beautiful, at times you'll think of The Beatles at their most lyrically restful moments. Yes, a hard call as usual, but this is Rochester's Best Local Album of 2016".
Phil Marshall's album, Scatterbed, has been officially released! You can purchase or check out sound clips of the songs here: http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/philmarshall32. CD release party is Feb 6, 2016 at Abilene [http://www.abilenebarandlounge.com] in Rochester NY.
Greetings and hello! It's that time when your pal, the Squire, does the annual site update. This past year was spent putting on final touches and tidying up a new album, Scatterbed, for my dear friend Phil Marshall. I had the immense pleasure of co-producing and contributed some singing and playing, without all the heavy lifting of writing the material. It was a beautiful journey into the unknown. Neither of us had preconceived visions of where we were going. The album will be officially released on 1/19/16. Since it's so new, I don't yet have a link for it. Scatterbed will be available at CD Baby, and as soon as it's ready, I'll update you with the particulars on ordering. Oh and yes, there is more Squires of the Subterrain music being being mangled and molded into song form. Here's to an exciting start to the new year. Hope it's a good one for you too!
2014 was a good year for the Squires. Many thanks to everyone who played the new, self titled, Squires CD on the radio, reviewed it, and checked it out for their own enjoyment. I'm grateful to all who contributed to the music and the lyrics for this collection of songs.
By the way, | 452 |
UP Concert Chorus 50th Anniversary Gala Concert
Last September I got news that the UP Concert Chorus was going to have a 50th Anniversary Concert this year. However I did not hear when this was going to be held. In fact, I forgot all about this event, until by sheer serendipity, I saw a poster of this in the lobby of our building! Given that I had the opportunity, I resolved to catch this special concert.
When I got to the University Theater, only Balcony tickets were for sale. All the seats in the Center and Side Orchestra were sold out. And why not, I believe those prime seats were only being sold for P300 and P200 each! Anyway, the theater was not really that big, so we can recognize faces on the stage from our seats in the Balcony.
The show began about 15 minutes after 7pm when the multi-generational UCC with singers from Batch 60s to 2012 formed on the stag amidst great applause. They began by singing "Battle Hymn of the Republic." I am not really sure why, if there was any story behind this song choice, which I imagined was their Invocation. A most rousing version of the Philippine National Anthem followed. The show was emceed by Mr. Chinggoy Alonso, who was a member of UCC in the 1970s.
The next segments were special numbers from every batch (divided per decade) of UCC members. There were introductory videos which preceded each batch. Unfortunately the font was too thin and too dim, orange with poor contrast from the black background. Everything was not legible from where we were seated, which was too bad.
Batch 60s was represented by Ms. Becky Demetillo-Abraham who sang a folk song "Hurry Sundown" with a mellow voice that evoked the hippies who may have sung it back then. She was accompanied by Leter Demetillo on guitar and back-up vocals.
The 60s and 70s batches joined forces in a trio of songs, the best of which was their version of "May Bukas Pa". They also broke formation to sing "Neneng" which was a funny medley of Filipino folksongs. I recognized Ms. Kitchie Molina and Ms. Joscephine Gomez in that batch of singers.
UPCC Batch 80s was in more colorful get-ups. They sang a lively medley of songs with dancing, including "Pumapatak ang Ulan" and "Aquarius/Let the Sunshine In." They then sang "Kalesa" which they mixed with an unexpected partner "Oppa Gangnam Style"! Of course, the dance step fit right in with the "Kalesa" lyrics, ingenious. They ended their set with "Kay Ganda ng Ating Musika". No 80s song in their set.
UPCC Batch 90s started with a serious choral piece first. Then they segued to singing Filipino pop classics "Tuwing Umuulan at Kapiling Ka" and "Mambobola."
This was followed by a rendition of the Broadway song "Love Changes Everything" by a couple of UCC couples (UCC members who also married a UCC member). They are Raymond Roldan and wife Jeannelle, whom I knew as the writers of "Song of Joseph," and Lionel Guico and his wife Cynthia, who were introduced as theater actors.
UPCC Batch 2000s rendered a couple of religious songs, one English and one Filipino. Their final song was their version of Fantasia's "I Believe." They has three awesome soloists whose voices simply soared in that seriously belted diva number. The guy soloist matched his female co-singers in the lung-busting notes in the soulful end portion of the song.
A 10 minute intermission followed.
The Second Act opened with an In Memoriam slide show. Unfortunately again, we cannot read anything on the screen. The main and final tribute was for their beloved late Dr. Rey T. Paguio, who conducted the UCC from 1969 to 1999. After this, Dr. Dot Gancayco, who headed the organizing committee of the 50th anniversary celebration, delivered her thank you speech. Her enumeration of prominent UCC alumni was very impressive.
The stage was then given to the current batch of UCC, which they called the Golden Batch. Their first song was entitled "Ama Namen" (not the church hymn we know) which featured a spectacular soprano whose name eluded me. They sang three more songs, before they sang an amazing Michael Jackson tribute medley which featured a solo from their conductor Jai Sabas-Aracama.
After this, the other alumni of UCC all gathered again on the stage to render the final series of songs. Very notable here are the beautiful Christmas songs they rendered. The very sad "Pasko Na Sinta Ko" featured a solo by Jonathan Badon, and guitar by a UCC alumnus who is now an Ambassador, Mr. Vic Lecaros. The solemn "Payapang Daigdig" featured the original soloist who was none other than Ms. Kitchie Molina. After a rousing version of "Simbang Gabi", they began to call all UP Alumni to go up the stage to join them to sing. I had half the mind to go up, but I wanted to watch the rest of the show from my seat.
One of the original conductors of UCC in the 60s, Dr. Ramon Santos, was called in to conduct and lead the choir to sing Handel's "Hallelujah". This classical Christmas hymn was sung with sheer perfection. But they reserved their best for last as they sang a most touching version of "UP Naming Mahal" which totally captured my heart. What a fitting finale for a fun and nostalgic evening!
Looking back, not joining a choir in college was one of the regrets in my youth. But then at that time I was not really sure what I can do yet and I was too timid to pursue anything except my studies. Watching their reunion show tonight showed their audience with pride how UCC not only molded musical talent among the members, but also improved their personalities and built lasting friendship. Watching this show let me know what I missed because of my reluctance to try out the unknown back then. Oh well, as the Apocalypse did not occur tonight (as was hyped ad nauseam in the past few days), my own chance to be a member of a serious choir may yet come by in the coming years.
Congratulations to the UCC for their 50 years past and 50 and more years to come!
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Camp Rock the Musical (Repertory Philippines)
By some freak streak of luck, I once again won tickets to go see "Camp Rock the Musical" today from herworld.com (the same website from which I won the "Rama Hari" tickets just last week). This show produced by Repertory Philippines had been showing since November 16, 2012, under the direction of Mr. Audie Gemora. Strangely though unlike other Rep productions in the past, I felt no compulsion to watch this show at all, and neither did my kids. Maybe it is because we know the story already, or maybe it is because my own daughter played the character of Caitlin in their musical theater workshop production of "Camp Rock" just last summer. But hey, a free ticket is a free ticket!
The generally young (supposedly "teenage") cast was basically unknown to me and the general public. Of course, I recognize Markki Stroem, who is a familiar name and face from his joining "Pilipinas Got Talent" on TV. He already had his stage debut on "Next to Normal" (Atlantis). I also recognize Cara Barredo, who had a charming turn as Beth in Rep's "Little Women" a few Decembers back, there playing a minor role as Caitlyn. The rest of the young actors were yet untried, so I was a bit apprehensive that it would feel like a high school production, as early reviews seemed to suggest.
Anyway, arrived late again but only for maybe less than ten minutes, but seating was not difficult. Since we had watched the two Original Disney Movies of the same title, getting into the story was not difficult. The first number I caught was the reprise of the hit song from the first movie "This is Me" by Mitchie Torres, just as her beau Shane Gray and his brothers arrived in camp. After a few more scenes, it was clear that this musical play would be following the story of the second Camp Rock movie, which was subtitled "The Final Jam." (<|fim_middle|> Gomez) also had good voices, stage presence and dance moves, as did the guy who played Barron James (Justin Valiente). They can certainly stand out from the rest of the crowd on stage.
For me, the action and songs of Act I was rather dull and forgettable. However, Act II really did a good job to pick up the pace of the story as well as the catchiness of the songs and energy of the choreography. this is most evident in the climactic numbers of Final Jam which were "Tear it Down" (by Camp Star) and "What We Came Here For" (by Camp Rock), right up to "We Rock" at the end. Overall though, "Camp Rock the Musical" was actually fun and entertaining. The songs were so Disney-catchy and the humor was oh-so-wholesome. It will lighten you mood and make you smile. It will definitely make you feel young again. I did. I'm glad I got to watch it.
"Camp Rock the Musical" runs up to December 19, 2012 at Onstage in Greenbelt 1.
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Rama Hari (Ballet Philippines)
I have long heard about the 1980 theater classic "Rama Hari," who starred Basil Valdez, Leo Valdez and a then relatively unknown singer named Kuh Ledesma. This epic show was a collaboration among giants in the theater world. The choreography was by Alice Reyes, the founder of Ballet Philippines. The libretto was by Bienvenido Lumbera, a National Artist in Literature, adapting stories from the Indian epic "Ramayana". The music was by Ryan Cayabyab, who was only 26 years old back then when he wrote the score. The set and costumes were by the late Salvador Bernal, also a National Artist.
This year, Ballet Philippines (under Ms. Margie Moran) brings all the magic back to the CCP from November 30 to December 9, 2012, with a cast headed by pop stars Christian Bautista and Karylle. This is must-see theater!
Must see, yes. But I have not had the time to go buy tickets. Then just earlier this week, I chanced upon a promo in Facebook for free tickets to Rama Hari from herworld.com. I just answered the questions and shared their FB status, and did not think much about it anymore. Then, last Thursday November 29, while doing surgery in the operating room, I unexpectedly get a call from Ms. Kae of herworld.com announcing that I had won THREE free tickets to this show on December 1! I picked up the tickets that very afternoon.
Being a Saturday, my clinic on December 1 was only supposed to be up to 2 pm. However, it did not end on time. I saw my last patient by 4 pm. Without having eaten lunch yet, I immediately went home to pick up my wife and daughter. We unfortunately reached the CCP Main Theater already past 6:30 pm. We barely sat down, already regaled by the clean white stage design, and Christian Bautista's amazingly soaring voice that we caught, when after he sang, the intermission was announced! We barely caught the last 10 minutes of Act 1. So this article will basically be a review only of Act 2.
Act 2 tells the story of Rama and Sita encountering the evil brother and sister duo Ravana and Soopranakha. Sookpranakha lusts after Rama and tries to seduce him. Sita was deceived, lured and abducted by Ravana. Rama enlists the help of Monkey King Hanuman to help him get Sita back. Will the devoted couple ever get back together again?
Wait a minute, isn't that already the whole story we read in all the press releases for this show? So what on earth happened in Act 1? Anyway....
It took a while to figure out what was going on onstage. The conceit here is that the story of Rama and Sita were being simultaneously told in both dance and song! While Christian and Karylle were playing Rama and Sita as actors and singers, there were Jean Marc Cordero and Katherine Trofeo playing the same characters Rama and Sita as ballet dancers. Even the supporting roles of Ravana, Soorpanakha, Hanuman and Rama's loyal brother Lakshmana, have both singers and dancers to represent them. Your eyes will be very busy following all the action on stage, not to mention the English subtitles they are flashing overhead!
When it reached the Ravana/Soorpranakha episode, I did not expect the language of the play to turn modern, funny and even vulgar! There were definitely Parental Guidance moments in that part of the play, not only in the dancing, but also in the song lyrics!
Christian Bautista and Karylle really carried the show very well as Rama and Sita. They both look regal in stage presence and demeanor. And their singing is flawless! Soaring and effortless, this was a vast improvement of my previous viewing experience of their performances in "West Side Story" years back, which was sadly lacking in excitement or power. But tonight, their performances as Rama and Sita were memorably stellar, though both were a bit stiff in the dancing department but we can overlook that.
As for their ballet counterparts, Katherine Trofeo danced Sita very well indeed. Very very graceful. That part where she was being ravished by Ravana was heartbreaking and dramatic. On the other hand, Jean Marc Cordero, in my opinion, unfortunately did NOT have bearing enough to look like a Rama. He did not feel credible as the King and Hero. The male dancers who essayed Lakshmana (Luis Cabrera, Jr.) or Hanuman (Emmanuelle Guillermo) all had better physicality than Jean Marc, so he pales in comparison when he is dancing with these other guys. His ill-fitting old-rose-colored outfit did not really complement him as well.
The singer who played Ravana (Christian Rey Marbella) had a fantastically high voice. His songs were reminiscent of those of Judas in "Jesus Christ Superstar." The more famous Ravana may have been Robert Sena, but Mr. Marbella did not disappoint. The dancer who played Ravana (Timothy Cabrera) similarly had that appropriate sinister look, presence and dancing skill. The singer who played Soorpranakha (Amparo Sietereales) had a lot of fun with her naughty role and sang powerfully with evil glee, and so did her ballet counterpart (Rita Angela Winder) match this with lustful dance moves. The singer who belted the songs of Hanuman (Breznev Larlar) had a strong voice to match his sense of humor, as did the dancing counterpart of this simian role (Guillermo) with his physical comedy.
"Rama Hari" was really a stage experience of a different sort we rarely encounter now. The live music played by the Philippine Philaharmonic Orchestra, with the amazing vocal stylings of the UP Concert Chorus, was perfectly rendered and in sync with the busy stage action. It is indeed must-see theater. Go catch it as it runs only up to December 9, 2012. | This is not the same play as the summer production of my daughter, which was based on the first movie.)
As with Camp Rock 2, the story is about how a flashier rival summer talent camp called Camp Star threatens the very existence of Camp Rock. Mitchie rallies her friends together to try and beat Camp Star in a televised Final Jam face-off. However, in her obsession for performance perfection, her relationship with Shane gets strained. Can these young romance problems be solved? Which camp will win Final Jam? Since this is a Disney script, I guess you can pretty much guess the answers to these questions.
The stand-out in the newbie cast is clearly the actress who played Mitchie, Morrissette Amon. Amon simply dominated every song she sang because of her powerful vocals. We are witnessing a debut performance of a future star. Even in a big group numbers, her vocal chops rose above everyone else. Her chemistry with Stroem though was not too good in the first act. I don't the problem is with Amon though. Maybe Stroem is too mature, too tall or too mestizo for her, I don't know, but there seemed to be no connection between the two. Fortunately, it did get better in the second half though.
There was a side story where the youngest Gray brother Nate (Nacho Tambunting) is attracted to pretty Dana (Justine Pena). However, she was unfortunately was from Camp Star, and he becomes dorkishly tongue-tied around her. Their scenes were more charming than those of the leads as their chemistry was more palpable. Their seemingly-Jason Mraz-"I'm Yours"-inspired duet song number entitled "Introducing Me" was quite endearingly performed.
The girl who portrayed the snooty Tess Tyler (Cheska Ortega) and the guy who played the star performer of Camp Star Luke Williams (Nelsito | 389 |
The Salento peninsula is a uniform lowland area on the southeastern tip of Apulia. Like the Gargano and the Murge - the two sub-regions bordering on the Adriatic Sea, located more to the north - it is composed of limestone and, exactly because of its geological features, it shows karstic phenomena that have given rise to several natural caves, of which some are currently located along the coastline. Among such caves, the Grotta Romanelli (Castro) and the Grotta delle Veneri at Parabita - both inhabited during the Palaeolithic Age - are some of the best famous caves from an archaeological viewpoint on account of their artistic findings, with the Grotta dei Cervi at Porto Badisco that is a remarkable and unique evidence of post-palaeolithic rock painting.
In the Grotta Romanelli there have been found traces of a Tyrrhenian beach from the Riss-Würm interglacial period (about 120,000-80,000 years ago); limestone flake tools from the mid-Palaeolithic have been collected, preceding the rich layers from the Upper Palaeolithic. In addition to the typical stone industry - named after the type-site 'Romanellian' -, bone tools and limestone stones bearing naturalistic engravings (bovid, feline, deer, boar, etc.) or else geometric shapes - also visible on the walls of the cave - have been found. Two small-sized female figurines carved in bone - which are especially interesting artistic manufacts from the Upper Palaeolithic - have been also found in the Grotta delle Veneri, where human occupation can be documented from the Mousterian Age until the Neolithic and Bronze Age.
The Grotta dei Cervi close to the village Porto Badisco, with its corridors decorated with paintings dating back to the Neolithic Age, completes the picture of the artistic and cognitive skills pertaining to the ancient dwellers of this region. The cave was discovered in 1970 by a group of speleologists, who called it 'Grotta di Enea' on the basis of a local tradition; later on it was named 'Grotta dei Cervi' because of the presence of paintings showing deers. The Grotta dei Cervi is of karstic origin and contains the largest as well as the most important set of paintings from the European Neolithic, thanks to the hundreds of pictures painted on the walls of its galleries and in the many chambers it is composed of. The<|fim_middle|> whilst they become less frequent, and ultimately dwindle to nothing, as one moves towards the remoter parts of the galleries; here there predominate hand-shaped marks and abstract motifs that are more difficult to interpret. The groups of paintings, mostly in brown and only exceptionally in red, are located along three corridors for a total length of about 400 m; the galleries are separated by narrowings, deposit conoids, dry-stone walls, and steps. Their distribution shows that the different sections of the cave were intended for different purposes, bears testimony to the use of the cave as a place of worship, and is an outstanding example of the spiritual sphere of the populations from the Neolithic Age.
The karstic caves of prehistoric Apulia are absolutely authentic properties since their peculiarities and morphology allow ruling out any interventions aimed at restoring and/or replacing the relevant findings. The first entrance (west entrance) to the Porto Badisco cave was detected in 1970 after removing the rubble that had obstructed it; a second entrance (east entrance), similarly obstructed by rubble, could only be detected in 1975. Therefore, the cave had been "sealed" by its archaeological deposits.
The generally good preservation of the paintings is closely related to the stable temperature (about 16° C) and humidity (92% to 99%) conditions in the galleries.
As regards integrity, the individual properties are legally protected by national laws (Legislative decree no. 42/2004, containing the "Code on Cultural Heritage and Landscape") as well as by regional legislation (landscape planning instruments) and municipal measures, in addition to management mechanisms aimed at ensuring their protection and conservation.
The concept of prehistoric art is immediately reminiscent of the spectacular paintings (bovids, deers, roebucks, horses, mammoths, etc.) from the Upper Palaeolithic - dating back to about 15,000 years ago - that can be seen on the walls of many caves in the French-Cantabric region, including some world-renowned locations such as Altamira (Santander) in Spain and Lascaux (Montignac) in France. In particular, the latter cave was nicknamed the prehistoric "Sistine chapel" on account of the complex pictorial compositions it contains. The artistic language, which is one of the highest forms of symbolic expression by a community, evolved over time. A significant example of this evolution is provided by the paintings - showing animals, men, women, hunting and dancing scenes, etc. - in the Eastern regions of Spain, which are typical, in particular, of the 6th and 5th millennium; the post-Palaeolithic schematic art would appear to be grounded on this experience. In Europe, the wall paintings from the late prehistoric age - which are usually difficult to date because stratigraphic information is missing, even though they probably cover a time span ultimately reaching up to the end of the Bronze Age - are to be found in the southern regions and show their peak concentration in southeastern Spain and some examples in France, Corsica, Italy and Malta. The wall paintings of the Grotta dei Cervi are composed of realistic figurative elements, which - though schematic - are reminiscent of real objects, as well as of non-figurative elements, both symbolic and abstract. The former are significantly comparable with the schematic art of southeastern Spain, southern France, Corsica and some paintings in Sicilian caves (Grotta del Monte Mirabella, Grotta di Za' Minica) - in particular with the Grotta dei Genovesi at Levanzo, which was one of the most important pictorial documents of late prehistory in the Mediterranean prior to the discovery of the Porto Badisco cave.
Conversely, the non-figurative, symbolic and abstract elements can be compared with paintings - not always superimposable from a chronological viewpoint - found in Malta, in the Hal Saflieni underground temple, Bulgaria (Magura cave), and Romania.
Close similarities are also to be descried with the paintings (S-shaped elements, serpentines, human shapes) found in the Grotta Cosma, which is a few kilometres from the Grotta dei Cervi at Porto Badisco. However, the latter remains unique on account of the quality and complexity of its paintings as well as because of the multivarious artistic styles that can be evidenced; indeed, it can be regarded as a sort of "sanctuary", where the "intellectual" art of the Neolithic Age is related to a complex system of symbols rather than merely to the feeling of mystery resulting from its setting. | archaeological findings show that human dwellers started inhabiting the cave between the mid-Neolithic (facies of Masseria La Quercia and Serra d'Alto) and the early Chalcolithic (facies of Piano Conte) - when some corridors became obstructed. The paintings were created during this time span (about 4,000-3,000 b.C.), although it is difficult to determine their precise chronological sequence; however, many graphic elements (cross-shaped, comb-shaped, spiral-shaped, etc.) are especially similar to the decorations that feature in the Neolithic facies of Masseria La Quercia and Serra d'Alto. Figurative elements in the shape of human beings, dogs, and deer - often giving rise to hunting scenes - are especially frequent in the area that is closest to the entrance of the cave, | 180 |
JSC<|fim_middle|> experience during the whole academic year," West said. "They learn a whole lot about the community."
With both programs, West leads workshops about diversity and gives presentations in class. She is also a certified Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience – COPE – instructor at Camp McMorris in Camden, which hosts both groups for a series of fun, trust-building activities. The camp features ropes courses, as well as opportunities for rappelling and zip-lining.
She has also interviewed applicants and reviewed applications for both programs to help select the classes.
As Jackson State's director of human resources, West wears many hats. She spearheads the college's diversity efforts and ensures Title VI and Title IX compliance, which prohibit discrimination based on race and gender. She also handles the day-to-day human resources operations of the school.
She extends her volunteer work to her career, as well.
She is a member of the West Tennessee Society of Human Resources Management, which has more than 65 people from a variety of businesses and organizations seeking to advance the profession. She has been active in the organization, serving as the vice president of membership in 2011; the president-elect in 2012 and 2013; and the president in 2014, 2015 and 2016.
The organization produces two conferences a year with 115-120 participants and 20-25 exhibitors. It also manages five or six community outreach efforts each year benefitting local organizations like RIFA, the Jackson-Madison County Humane Society and the Scarlett Rope Project.
Other organizations to which West commits her time include the Salvation Army of Jackson, where she began serving on the board this year.
She joined Jackson State in 2010. She lives in Crockett County and has two daughters. She wants to teach them to have a servant attitude.
"I do it for future generations," she said. "I really think it's important to show my daughters that life is not all about us. It's about giving back to others. We're all given the same amount of time each day, and I really focus on making my available hours count."
Posted on June 14, 2017 June 14, 2017 Author John McCommonCategories General | C Cyber Defense Program Achieves Elite Federal Designation
Jackson State Community College was recertified through 2022 as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Two-Year Education by the U.S. National Security Agency and Department of Homeland Security.
The five-year designation puts Jackson State among an elite group of institutions offering computer information technology courses that meet rigorous federal standards and sets graduating students apart from others, said Dr. Tom Pigg, Dean of Computer Information Technology and Health Sciences. Recognized as leaders in the field, only about 40 community colleges and 200 four-year universities across the country have the designation.
"It's very important; it's huge, to say the least," said Pigg. "The benefit is that, because of the rigors required to get the designation, students will have this recognition that they attended a school that is a National Center of Academic Excellence."
Graduates often find work protecting national security information systems, commercial networks and critical information infrastructure in both the private and public sectors.
Jackson State was recertified after an application process that requires a six-month campus study to meet the government's criteria. Most schools that apply do not achieve the designation, and those that do typically undergo a 10-week review that identifies areas that need to be improved. Jackson State was approved in less than a month without the need to change anything in its program.
"It's a pretty exhaustive self-study-type process," Pigg said. "This is a re-designation, but there's been a lot of changes with requirements and how the designation process is conducted."
The National Security Agency launched the program in 1998 to reduce vulnerabilities to the country's information infrastructure. Its goals are to promote higher education and research while producing professionals with cyber defense expertise.
The program was expanded to two-year colleges, technical schools and government training centers in 2010, and Jackson State was first designated in 2012. "This is a fairly young designation for community colleges," Pigg said.
The school's ability to meet the increasing demands of the program criteria will serve the nation well in the protection of the national information infrastructure, said Karen Leuschner from the National Security Agency. She serves as National Center of Academic Excellence program director.
"Like all nations, the United States has a compelling interest in defending its vital national assets, as well as our core principles and values, and we are committed to defending against those who would attempt to impede our ability to do so." Leuschner said. "Education is the key to promoting these ideals."
To earn the designation, schools must develop significant partnerships with businesses and government agencies while offering courses that teach students to be computer information technology and cyber defense professionals. Schools must also provide community service while meeting certain security standards on campus, such as employee training and offering secure business transactions.
While the designation targets Jackson State's computer information technology program, it impacts all facets of campus. For more information, visit the school's Cyber Security Center website at www.jscc.edu/cybercenter.
Jackson State Community College provides accessible learning opportunities that enhance the lives of individuals, strengthen the workforce and empower the diverse communities of West Tennessee. The institution offers traditional and contemporary associate degrees, certificates, continuing education and enrichment, and college-readiness programs.
Posted on June 20, 2017 Author John McCommonCategories Cyber Center, General
JSCC's West volunteers, helps chamber's leadership programs
Amy West doesn't want to be selfish with her time; she wants it to matter, and she wants to help future generations.
She immersed herself in the Jackson Chamber's leadership development programs – Leadership Jackson and Leadership University – after graduating from the latter in 2011. For her efforts, the chamber named her Volunteer of the Year at its 2017 awards banquet in March.
Today, she serves on the Leadership Jackson Alumni Association Board of Directors, as well as the Leadership University Board of Directors, where she serves as chair for 2017 and 2018.
"I really wanted to give back to the community as a result of going through Leadership Jackson myself," said West, director of human resources for Jackson State Community College. "You really learn things about the community that you would never be aware of. It gave me an appreciation for the history and the culture and all the richness we have in Jackson. You learn about what the community's needs are, and it gives you an opportunity to plug in and choose where to lend your talents to help."
Leadership Jackson is the chamber's adult leadership development program. Since 1979, it has connected more than 1,000 graduates with local opportunities, needs, problems, and resources.
Leadership University is the chamber's youth leadership development program for high school juniors in Jackson and Madison County. Established in 1999, the program has exposed a younger generation to local opportunities, needs, problems and resources available in the community.
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Online fuel tank specialist TankDepot.co.uk has added 2 important new products to the company's highly successful, range of portable fuel storage and dispensing tanks.
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What does it mean to be 17 in 2017? This issue of Harvard Design Magazine checks in with teens of all sorts—humans, buildings, objects, ideas—and their impact on the spatial imagination. Like a bildungsroman for the built environment, "Seventeen" dives into the treacherous, exhilarating limbo of the teen years to understand the 2017 moment as a live wire between past and future. Can we design our way through this global adolescence?
Though stereotyped as indignant or apathetic—conflicted in their longings and apprehensions—teenagers are also wildly optimistic, passionate, creative, and resourceful. Legally, 17 is a sweet spot—the closing act of childhood, where juvenile status gives way to many adult privileges and punishments.
But teenagehood is not just a physical and emotional transition; it is also a spatial one. Teens have always developed techniques for placemaking—both creative and destructive—within landscapes they can't control.
Bursting out of their childhood homes, teens crave autonomy—so they roam the streets, escape to virtual worlds, or hide out in bedrooms; they claim vacant lots, parks, and garages as turf; and they cruise, chill, or hang—euphemisms for the "whatever" that may or may not occur in these marginal spaces. For a discipline that defines space according to program and purpose, the nebulous teen hangout is easily overlooked; but openness, placelessness, and aimlessness offer a realm for fantasy, common ground, and action—especially in times of challenged freedoms.
Teenagers are not "just kids"—their needs and desires hugely impact our economy, and they will inherit the natural and built environment we leave behind. As a deep collective political crisis unfolds, we are all questioning and reigniting our agency as citizens, and as designers. Teens, perhaps more than anyone, know how to resist, to persevere, to make new rules—to reinvent themselves, their communities, and the world they want to live in. | 444 |
Ulf Leonhardt, FRSE (born 9 October 1965 in Bad Schlema, East Germany) is a German and British scientist. In 2006, he published the first scientific paper on invisibility cloaking with metamaterials at the same time Pendry's group published their paper in the journal Science. He has been involved with the science of cloaking objects since then.
He is a Wolfson Research Merit Award holder from the Royal Society, and he is currently Professor of Physics at the<|fim_middle|>Fellows of the Royal Society of Edinburgh
Metamaterials scientists
21st-century German physicists | Weizmann Institute of Science. He is involved in research pertaining to metamaterials. Specific disciplines are quantum electrodynamics in media, perfect imaging, optical analogues of the event horizon, reverse Casimir effect, metamaterial cloaking, quantum effects of optical phenomena involving Hawking radiation and light in moving media.
Career
In 1993, Leonhardt earned his PhD (theoretical physics) from the Humboldt University of Berlin. From 1998 to 2000 he was in Stockholm at the Royal Institute of Technology as a Göran-Gustafsson Fellow. He held the chair (theoretical physics) at the University of St Andrews in Scotland between April, 2000 and 2012. Since 2012 he has been a Professor of Physics at the Weizmann Institute of Science.
Awards and honors
Professor Ulf Leonhardt is a Fellow of the Institute of Physics. He is also a Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh. He is a recipient of the Otto Hahn Award of the Max Planck Society. In August 2009, the Royal Society's Theo Murphy Blue Skies award allowed Leonhardt to research a new theory for applying metamaterials to optical cloaking full-time.
Books authored
Ulf Leonhardt has authored, coauthored or edited the following books:
277 pages.
Ulf Leonhardt and Thomas Philbin (2010). Geometry and Light. The Science of Invisibility. Dover Publications, Inc. . 278 pages.
208 pages. PDF available here.
China Experiences
Ulf ventured into China in 2011 to collaborate with researchers and academics.
In particular, he participated in "China 1000 Talent" program and the "Guangzhou Leading Overseas Talent" program.
Such programs come with both individual cash bonus and research funding. Ulf was hosted by a research center
at South China Normal University in Guangzhou, China and in 2012, he was awarded funding for both programs.
However, Ulf later realized there were possible foul play with the award money by his China counterparts.
He later engaged a lawyer to investigate and Science magazine published an article entitled "Show me the Money?" in October 2014 to reveal more on the insights. Various news media began to cover
on this topic to warn foreign researchers and academics to be extra careful with foreign work contracts and in award
funds handling and administration.
Around half a year later, in a later issue of Science magazine in 2015, Langping He, the Deputy Dean of the Centre for Optical and Electromagnetic Research (COER) and Academy of Advanced Optoelectronics, South China Normal University, published a response letter titled A Chinese physics institute's defense. In the response letter, the COER side addressed many allegations in the earlier article.
See also
Metamaterial scientists
Andrea Alù
Christophe Caloz
Nader Engheta
George V. Eleftheriades
Ismo.V.Lindell
John Pendry
Vladimir Shalaev
Ari H. Sihvola
David R. Smith
Costas Soukoulis
Victor Veselago
Richard W. Ziolkowski
Past artificial material scientists
Jagadish Chandra Bose
Horace Lamb
Winston E. Kock
Karl F. Lindman
Leonid Mandelstam
Walter Rotman
Sergei Schelkunoff
Arthur Schuster
References
External links
Original papers, books, book contributions, reviews and views, and conference proceedings.
1965 births
Living people
Engineering academics
Fellows of the Institute of Physics
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• Understand about job satisfaction and its relationship to job performance together with stress, frustration reactions and the necessary management action to overcome them.
• Understand the nature, skill, significance and effectiveness of groups in organisations.
• Understand leadership theories and examine the key variables that determine the effectiveness of leadership in practice.
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• Understand formal and informal communication processes and networks, and examine the potential barriers to effective communications..
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Members of the Memorial Regional Health Board of Trustees listen to CEO Andy Daniels' monthly report.
CRAIG — The Memorial Regional Health Board of Trustees made a series of bold decisions during its regular monthly meeting Tuesday, Sept. 20.
Most notably, board members decided to affiliate the local medical system with SCL Health St. Mary's Regional Health System. In a deal described by MRH CEO Andy Daniels<|fim_middle|>00,000 Rural Communities Opioid Response Program Planning Grant for Moffat County. They also learned that the Home Health and Hospice program qualified for accreditation, which should happen as soon as the accreditation body sends an official to Craig to complete the process.
At the end of the meeting, the board convened an executive sessions to review personnel matters, including a review of the terms of physician contracts, which were approved following the executive session. | as having "no strings attached," the local system will remain independently managed and governed while gaining the option to leverage the greater buying power and reach of the SCL Health St. Mary's system.
The announcement of the decision was made during a joint news conference held Friday morning in Craig.
At its meeting, the board also decided to transition to Epic — an electronic medical records system — by leveraging the new affiliation with SCL Health St. Mary's. This is expected to result in a savings of about $5 million over five years, as compared to the purchase of other EMR systems.
Trustees also unanimously approved the 2018-19 organizational goals, as well as a request to the Moffat County commissioners for approval to sell a dirt parking lot near the old hospital on Russell Street. If approved by commissioners, Daniels intends to offer the property to Northwest Colorado Health first.
In addition, trustees approved a resolution needed to keep a trauma designation and OK'd just over $120,000 to have the northwest parking lot near the new Medical Office Building paved before winter, using proceeds from the sale of a house the board owned near the Russell Street facility.
Another big decision was the approval of a $2 million dollar unsecured line of credit from the Bank of San Juans, which will be used if end-of-year revenues do not meet the amount required to guarantee the U.S. Department of Agriculture loan used to finance the new Medical Office Building.
"I want to have this in place, in case we need it." Daniels said.
The board also adopted a consent agenda with meeting minutes and a consent agenda approving equipment purchases recommended by the finance committee. Before approving the more-than $500,000 expenditure for spinal operating room equipment, trustees asked about the scope of equipment, as well as how long it might take to pay it off. Nurse Amy Peck said the equipment included specialty instrumentation, and Daniels added he expects about 10 surgeries would see a return on the investment.
The board also approved medical staff privileges and clinical privileges for a licensed clinical social worker and pediatric pulmonary disease specialist, a move recommended by providers.
During staff reports, the board learned that MRH had a very good month in August with a baby boom — 19 babies, one more than the record — and a record number of surgeries, at 160. Patient visitations at the clinic in Dinosaur were low, but visits to the Rapid Care were good, said CFO Kelsey Henry.
During Daniels' monthly report, trustees learned that MRH grant writer Ryan Lucas had secured a $2 | 528 |
Waiting to be purchased at Walmart, Sia's Christmas Album would make a great stocking stuffer.
Nothing fills the Christmas holiday better than Christmas music! Sia's Every Day Is Christmas album will bring joy to the holiday!
The album consists of original songs co-written by Sia and Greg Kurstin. There are ten songs in the album: Santa's Coming For Us, Candy Cane Lane, Snowman, Snowflake, Ho Ho Ho, Puppies Are Forever, Sunshine, Underneath the Mistletoe, Every day Is Christmas, Underneath the Christmas Lights.
The song starts off with a piano playing as Sia begins to sing the lyrics to the song. The tune is soft and mellow until about 27 seconds later when the beat starts to<|fim_middle|> significant other.
I like when the song is slow and gentle but starts to get louder when Sia starts singing "Underneath the Christmas lights." The song seems very sad, but also seems to spread positivity towards Christmas. It adds a nice touch to the whole album. | escalate a little faster making the tune seem jolly and upbeat. When the song plays at 1:5o seconds the piano keeps base with the lyrics, however, the jingle bells and drums keep in tune with each other. Santa's Coming For Us gives off a family-friendly vibe, perfect to play during Christmastime. With a jolly melody, and lyrics that fit perfectly well for the meaning of Christmas, what's not to love?
The song starts off with a gentle sound of jingle bells that last for seven seconds and increases the tempo with some drums. When Sia starts to sing "red and yellow and pink and green" during the chorus, it gives a good rhythm to the song which I absolutely love. I also love the high note of "cane" during 1:25 seconds of the song. When you listen to this song, it provides imagery on how Candy Cane Lane would idealistically look like.
The melody of Snowman is slow, mellow, sad, but happy. During 35 seconds of the song, she starts singing to the beat which I really like. It almost makes you want to move to the music. After that, the music starts to slow down following the same mellow, sad tune which was played in the beginning. There are times in the song where it sounds mellow, but also provides a cathartic feeling for the listener.
The song has a slow, steady tempo. It almost sounds contemporary. Although the album is designed for Christmas music, this one song, in particular, doesn't seem to provide a theme for the meaning of Christmas. It is too soft and mellow. It almost makes you want to go to sleep.
The mention of alcoholic beverages in the song is humorous. I love the fact the song plays a continuous, upbeat tune. I like the repetition of "Ho Ho Ho" in the song because, with such a jolly tone, the song itself becomes catchy everytime you listen to it. It is one of my favorite songs in the entire album.
The song is puzzling me a lot because of its title. I don't understand how puppies tie to the theme of Christmas. Also, one lyric that she sings is "puppies are forever, not just for Christmas." I don't really like this song because of the title and the meaning behind it. Although it is cute, it doesn't really set the mood for Christmas.
The song is very catchy and upbeat. I don't think the song is all that great compared to the first and fourth song on the list. It does include lyrics relevant to Christmas, but it doesn't make want to listen to it during the holidays.
I like the tempo of this song. It has a mellow tune, but it's also very romantic. I like when Sia sings "Every day is Christmas with you by my side." This song is perfect to listen to with your | 592 |
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Wisconsin has always been a place where the Arts spring from the grass roots, all about people participating…really encouraging the Arts…statewide work and local focus.
Anne Katz
Executive Director, Arts Wisconsin
We chatted with Anne Katz, Executive Director of Arts Wisconsin, we talked about the organization and delved into some of its programming, including Make Music Wisconsin, and the We're All In Creative Workforce Program. We also chat about community involvement, how Covid affected the arts, and what's next for the organization.
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Anne Katz 01:16
My name is Anne Katz. I am director of Arts Wisconsin, I've been director since 1995. I'm the first and only director of this organization. I am originally from the suburbs of<|fim_middle|> world. So we started as just a network of local art agencies, not just but a network of local art agencies, those kinds of organizations. And we were the Wisconsin Assembly For Local Arts Agencies. Then we started expanding the work we did with all forms of the arts and people involved in creativity. And so then we were the Wisconsin Assembly For Local Arts. And about 15 years ago, we became Arts Wisconsin, because that was just a simple way to say that we work with everybody, everywhere, you know, every place and we're working up to our next name change, which will be more focused on creativity. That's the hint. The world is changing. We're still the same service and advocacy organization, but we need to make sure that we expand the conversation so that people understand that creativity is the resource for the 21st century. So that's been a lot of work and figuring things out and starting a new website and doing all that kind of stuff. That's kind of a behind the scenes work. But that's, that was really, I think, accelerated by the pandemic. We had been talking about it for a while. But then we had, we sort of had a little more time, but we also had more urgency to move forward. We're working on, you know, planning, we are busy, which, because there's a lot of really good work to be done.
Yeah, in some ways, you know, it's almost exciting. You know, I mean, it was definitely a detriment to everybody, but it's definitely there's some exciting things in play when you're tasked with it, and you have no other option.
We're living in a very interesting historical moment. Books and books and books will be written about this moment, you know, not just the pandemic, but our politics and the environment and social justice and everything. But really our throughout has been about making sure that the arts are accessible to everyone in the state, whatever that means to people, and that we all get to benefit from the creativity that's around us whether it's personally or the economy or whatever.
So if people want to find out more, you know, throwing their support or just opt into an email or phone your social, what's the best avenue for them to go to?
Our website, which is artswisconsin.org. People can also send emails at info@artswisconsin.org and our social media we have Facebook page, Twitter feed, so they can go to those avenues and find out more about what we're doing and what's happening around the state.
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E. 209: Jed Olson | ORA Trails | New York City. And I always say that not only did I not know anything about Wisconsin, I didn't really care about Wisconsin, it wasn't a place that was ever on my radar screen. Nobody in my family ever left New York and I came here because I got a job working for our local theatre company as a fundraiser which didn't last very long. And I was trying to be an actress to New York. And I came here because it seemed like you know an interesting thing to do. And I thought I'd go back to New York in about a year and 37 years later, here I am. And it's turned out to be the right place for me. And I'm very glad that circumstances brought me here. I came to Arts Wisconsin because I've always been involved in the arts. My career goal was going to be I was going to be a big Broadway star. That was really what I wanted to be with my life. And I tried to do that in New York and just sort of didn't, couldn't figure it out. So I migrated into the administrative side of the arts. And I worked for a lot of different nonprofit organizations and ended up kind of working as a community organizer. And that led me to this community organization.
Brent Hanifl 02:34
I've seen the logo around and I've noticed some of your different programming. What is the initial purpose of Arts Wisconsin like the purpose, but also like, how did it get its start?
Well, it started in the early 90s, when the Wisconsin Arts Board, so George Soros, who you've talked to, was very instrumental in the development of this organization. The Arts Board brought together people working in the arts around the state to kind of revitalize the network of people who were working in the arts around the state. And Wisconsin has always been a place where the arts sprang from the grassroots, we are known, we are all about people participating. And we have the Wisconsin idea and our progressive traditions. So it was really all about encouraging the arts from the grassroots up, statewide work and local focus. We have always been a community, comma, people and place focused organization. So we're really all about encouraging the arts for everyone everywhere in the state. We believe that we know that the arts make us human that humans have been expressing themselves creatively since the beginning of time. And we encourage that kind of that expansive involvement, and especially as in the last 20 years, the whole idea that the arts and creativity are a resource for Wisconsin, that can have a very positive effect on economic vitality education for the 21st century, vibrant communities and engaged residents. That's the advocacy and service work we do. So we are not a producing or presenting organization like in real costs, like the Pump House or the Weber Center, the symphony, those kinds of organizations. We are an organization that helps those organizations and local officials and economic development people and educators and pretty much anyone who cares about Wisconsin's future, our job is to be of service. So that means we do everything from lobby to legislature. We have a bill in front of the legislature right now for rural creative economy development, and help people who want to make their living in the arts figure out what that means help nonprofits raise money, help do what we do a lot of planning around community growth and impact. So I've been everywhere in the state. I can tell you where the best pie and ice cream is. And I'm in awe of the creativity that is out there really in every corner of Wisconsin and I get to help some way.
I've noticed some of your different programs, you know, and you kind of referenced a few there as well. But you know, even one this last summer when everyone's kind of really excited to get out into public spaces and listen to music, you have some stuff on there like Make Music, Wisconsin, there's some other programs like, the All In Creative Work First program, can you share a bit on any some of those key projects a little bit more?
Yeah, we. So Make Music is a really great example of sort of connecting work that we do. So Make Music Day is a program that started in Paris in the 1980s. And it is a global day of music. It's people get together to make music on June 21st, which is the summer solstice, not really about professional musicians, performing for people, it's about people performing with other people. And so La Crosse was involved with it last year, which are this year, which I was really glad about. People do performances on their porches, or they do concerts in the park, or now that we've been through two years of COVID. There's a lot of stuff that happens online. And so we, we there are, at the moment, 13 different communities around the state that are doing this program. And so we're helping coordinate and we're helping promote it. So that's example of a program, the Creative Workforce Program was all about. As the pandemic started, and people got slammed with shutting down their businesses and stopping their work. We thought we gotta help people try to figure things out. And so we approached the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation, the state commerce agency and said, we have an idea about putting artists to work and getting them getting people paid for their work. And it's based kind of on the WPA program from the Depression, when the government paid artists to create murals and write plays and do things like that. And so WEDC was very interested, and we got funding that we then distributed to organizations like the Pump House. And the Pump House was part of it, that they hired artists who created, some created murals, some created sculptures, that's what happened in lacrosse, we had music programs for kids, we had some literary things going on in other places. And so we had to move fast, right? So we thought of a way to get money into people's hands right away so that they could make their living, feed their children, pay their mortgage, you know, things like that. And so we've been continuing it, and we're looking for funding so we can keep doing it because it helps them live in the community. It puts artists to work. So that's a win win.
Yeah, just looking over the page on that subject. I mean, everything it looks like mosaic cards to performances to, you know, different things around here, which is, you know, Viroqua, Wisconsin is just down the road.
Right, I just went to the launch of their Siva Roca program, which for some wonderful mural things promoting the city.
Definitely, I'm sure you'd take financial support, but how else can community members, you know, and potentially organizations get involved with Arts Wisconsin?
Well, we have a very robust social media presence. So we have our Facebook page, Twitter feed, and Instagram. So we really try to keep that as lively as possible so that people can know about what's going on around the state and really around the world. And we can share information not only about what we're doing, but about what's happening out there in the world. So that's an ongoing conversation. You can get our newsletter, you can come to our events, both virtual and in person, hopefully at some point. We do a lot of sort of conferences and meetings about everything from getting groups of artists and performers and creative people together to educating people about what you know, they infer the the economic impact of the arts, or about arts policy. And so artswisconsin.org is a place where people can get to that. I will also say that in the next year, as we know, it's going to be a huge elections year, campaigning year for Wisconsin and the country. Three quarters of our legislature is up for election or re-election. We have a Senate race, we have our congressional races, and we're going to be doing as much as we can to help the candidates know about the impact of the creative economy. We talk about things like it's a $10.9 billion economic driver. And there are more jobs in Wisconsin's Creative Industries than the beer, biotech and papermaking industries in the state. So we're going to be sharing a lot of information that people will can use to educate their candidates. We're going to be encouraging people to get involved in the political process, not only to vote, but also to pay attention to the issues out there work on political campaigns, to help candidates know about what's happening in their communities. As I said, I'm really a community organizer. And we're always trying to get people involved not only in the political process, but in their communities. And I think if we learned anything from the pandemic, it is certainly that there's nothing that replaces actual human contact. And we all have to we're all part of a community, whether it's our neighborhood or the state or the country, it's really important for us to be connected, not just by virtual, which is a helpful tool, but actually in person. And so that's how, you know, people come together through the arts. So we're working a lot in the political realm, but really in the community engagement realm.
Of course, 99.9% of the population has experienced the pandemic. And, you know, just talking a lot of artists around the La Crosse region, some of them, you know, its just detrimental to their wealth and things like that, but a lot use the time to reassess their business or invest in their business or be creative in the sense, was there anything that came out of COVID for Arts, Wisconsin, that was maybe positive, but you can also share negative components of it?
I think, yeah, I've been amazed at how we have how creative people have been, we have been forced to be creative, right in the face of circumstances that we could not imagine. For us at our constituents, which is the entire state, it was kind of an immediate pivot in that the constituents, the arts constituents, we worked with kind of everything stopped, the performance has stopped their gigs, stop whatever they did. And so we immediately pivoted to kind of bringing people together, often using I think, within a week of the shutdown, actually, less than a week, we started hosting weekly meetings, almost daily meetings for people to kind of talk to each other and share information. So I mean, we would not have wished for a pandemic, but that was actually kind of a positive thing. In that we were able to help people talk to each other, they just needed to talk and like, what are you doing? What am I doing? You know, you know, we I did a lot of sort of consulting and advising with people in communities, you know, what did you do? And what could you do, don't just sit there think of something you can do. And again, I have been in awe of how people just kind of after we certainly we've all mourned the fact that the pandemic happened, but we none of us had time to sit around and mourn it, right. So we've done a lot of advising, a lot of consulting, a lot of planning, mostly over zoom and trying to bring people together so that we have also been advocating for the state in the state and the Feds and local communities had Cares Act money, and now AARP money, we've been advocating to make sure that the decision makers knew that if we're talking about helping jobs, businesses and people, that people who make their living in the arts, you know, our workers just like anybody else. And so we were instrumental in helping the state get over, designate over $40 million dollars, in Cares Act money that went to movie theaters, live venues, and nonprofit arts organizations. Now, we've been working on AARP money and sort of helping the state and communities figure that out, too. So we kind of ramped up our advocacy as much as we could, you know, we're a nonprofit organization like many of our constituents, so our, if our constituents don't have money, then we don't have money. So we thank God for cares that money and AARP funding and you know, people who were still were able to be generous, but we've been pivoting and are still pivoting as much as possible. And I think we just have to try to make it into something positive.
Sounds like you're pretty busy. But you know, just the the things that you're involved in from advocacy to the arts program programming. So what's next, like what's next for the organization looking down the road?
Well, actually, I can't go on in detail about it. But we've actually used the last year and a half to really plan for who we are and what we can do. And we're going to kind of, we're going to expand the whole idea of working in the creative realm. Not I don't mean to say just the arts, but we're really expanding what we're doing in the arts, community and economy. And we're putting those together. So we will actually have some big changes coming up that you'll hear about after the New Year, I will say that our kind of organization has always been pivoting, we've always tried to stay ahead of what's happening in the | 2,773 |
Just as many foreign universities have promoted their study abroad programs in China, Chinese campuses also began holding events overseas to attract students for an education here.
Fifteen top Chinese universities took part in "Study in China," an event in London that included an exhibition showcasing the schools and a forum panel where university representatives answered students' questions. At the event were presidents and VPs of Peking University, Beijing Language and Culture University, Xi'an Jiaotong University and Harbin Institute of Technology, among others.
The event was part of a weeklong education promotional campaign called the "China in UK Week." It was sponsored by the British Embassy's Culture and Education Section and held in London and Manchester on Oct. 22-29.
Jazreel Goh, director of education marketing of the Culture and Education Section, said that in addition to Chinese language, many U.K. students have in recent years begun showing interests in studying economics and international trade in China due to the country's fast growing economy.
Goh said the U.K. is encouraging more British students to experience university life in China. She said that the experience would give them an international vision, broaden their personal network, increase their confidence and skills in cross-cultural communication, and enhance their competitiveness in the global market.
There are currently over 90,000 Chinese students studying in the U.K. Meanwhile, the number of British students in China stands at 3,300, 16th among all foreign students. The number has risen by 10 percent annually, demonstrating an expanding educational collaboration between the two countries. According to the Chinese Service Center for Scholarly Exchange under the Ministry of Education, the number of British students in China is expected to more than double by 2020.
At the moment, university representatives at "Study in China" said the two biggest challenges international students face in China are language barriers and ways to adjust to Chinese culture and lifestyle.
On the other hand, the number of Chinese students studying in Britain would not increase drastically, considering the current educational resources in Britain, Goh said. "We will work hard to keep a balance between the number of international students and what U.K. universities can provide<|fim_middle|> signed agreements regarding student and faculty exchanges as well as joint research programs. | them during the overseas experience."
The "China in UK Week" also featured a series of career workshops for Chinese students in London and Manchester. Seven human resource executives from major employers in China, including Microsoft, Nokia Siemens Networks, Nestle and Deloitte, provided an overview of China's current job market, discussed their recruitment strategies and shared job and internship opportunities with Chinese graduates from universities in the U.K.
The executives said Chinese graduates returning from the U.K. usually had an international vision and strong language skills, were open-minded, innovative and good at teamwork.
According to British Embassy's Culture and Education Section in China, most of the over 20,000 Chinese returnees who have registered in the department can find a satisfying job within three to six months after returning from the U.K. They generally start with the same salaries as the local graduates but "show a brighter future in career within two years."
During the same week, delegates from Chinese universities also met with their counterparts from about 30 British universities and | 207 |
LAKE ELSINORE: Students travel rocky road to diplomas
By CRAIG SHULTZ - cshultz@californian.com
Every high school senior can tell stories about the road theytraveled to reach graduation, but few in the class of 2010 atTemescal Canyon High hit as many bumps as Matt Campbell and ShannonGary.
The two were among 450 graduates who received diplomas Wednesdaynight at The Diamond.
Campbell, 17, took 12 classes during his final semester at theLake Elsinore campus to earn enough credits to graduate.
"I just wanted to get out of high school," he said. "I didn'twant to be here another year. A couple people in the office said Icouldn't accomplish this, but I did."
Besides six classes at Temescal Canyon, Campbell took fourcourses at Mt. San Jacinto College and two online classes.
Soon to be 18, Campbell said he started school a year later thanthe rest of the class and wanted to finish now.
While Temescal Principal Errol Garnett raved about theaccomplishment, Campbell said it was no big deal, it was just timeto move on with life.
"I just found time," Campbell said. "I still had time to hangout with everybody."
Campbell said he hopes to join the Air Force and eventually earna degree in computer programming.
Gary said four years ago, she never would have pictured herselfgraduating and headed to UC Riverside in the fall.
She said that when she entered Temescal Canyon<|fim_middle|> to know (what I've been through)," Gary said."I'm not ashamed. I came from a tough place in life, I didn't knowhow much I could do. When people encourage you, you can doanything."
Graduate Alex Parsley unknowingly encouraged his family to dressin his honor for the commencement ceremony. Nine relatives satbehind the first base dugout at the baseball stadium wearing brightorange T-shirts that read "Las Vegas County Jail."
"My son wore the same orange sweatshirt to that school for fouryears, so we're celebrating his graduation," mom Sue Parsley said."They don't know his name, but they know the kid in the orangesweatshirt."
She said Alex didn't wear the sweatshirt under his gownWednesday, however, even refusing to let her pick an orange tie forhim.
Parsley said she picked up the T-shirts on a recent trip to LasVegas and the family wore them Wednesday without telling Alex.
"I'm very proud (of Alex)," Parsley said."I'm proud of the wholedarn group."
The graduating class had almost 100 more students than lastyear's class. Of the 450 who received diplomas, 26 sharedvaledictorian honors.
The printed program listed 103 students as headed to college,included 21 going to University of California campuses.
Call staff writer Craig Shultz at 951-676-4315, ext. 2625. | , she fell in witha group of friends who led her to make some poor decisions.
But new friends helped her realize what she was capable of, andshe straightened herself out and successfully finished her highschool career, Campbell said.
"School means a lot to me." Gary said. "I made friends whohelped me figure out who I am."
Gary, 18, said her life turned around when she joined theAssociated Student Body, where she was secretary this year.
"People there really want to encourage you," she said. "I knew Iwas smart, but I didn't know how to show that."
Gary said she tried to be a role model for other students whomay have started out their high school career on the wrongfoot.
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Mys (, sin<|fim_middle|> v. Chr.
Mann | ngemäß der Mysier) war ein antiker griechischer Toreut (Metallbildner), der wahrscheinlich in der zweiten Hälfte des 5. Jahrhunderts v. Chr. in Athen tätig war.
Mys galt in der Antike als einer der berühmtesten Handwerker mit dem Werkstoff Metall. Plinius der Ältere stellt ihn in seiner Naturalis historia auf eine Ebene mit Akragas, Mentor und Boethos, Martial gar auf eine Ebene mit Myron, Mentor und Polyklet. Die Kunstfertigkeit des Mys war in der Antike geradezu sprichwörtlich, ganz besonders wurden seine Akanthosblätter gerühmt. Ihm werden mehrere technische und künstlerische Neuerungen zugeschrieben, insbesondere die Henkel in Form von Heraklesknoten. Keines seiner Werke wurde überliefert.
Mys' bedeutendstes Werk war laut Plinius, zudem bei Athenaios überliefert, der Schild der Athena Promachos des Phidias. Dazu sollte wie auch für mehrere andere seiner Werke der Maler Parrhasios die zeichnerische Vorlage geliefert, Mys allein die technische Ausführung geleistet haben. Der Bronzeschild zeigte von Mys getriebene Reliefs vom Kampf der Lapithen und Kentauren ("Kentauromachie"). Die Gestaltung der Athene wird nicht unbestritten in den Zeitraum um das Jahr 440 v. Chr. datiert, woraus sich auch die Lebens- und Schaffenszeit des Mys ergibt. Bei Athenaois wird Mys zusätzlich ein Becher mit der Darstellung der Iliupersis (der Fall Trojas) nach Vorlage des Parrhasios zugeschrieben, bei Plinius ein Becher mit der Darstellung von Silenen und Eroten, der im Tempel des Dionysos auf Rhodos aufbewahrt worden war.
In einer der attischen Schatzmeisterurkunden aus dem Jahr 334/333 v. Chr. wird ein Toreut Mys erwähnt, manchmal werden beide Mys gleich gesetzt, was allerdings eine spätere Datierung des Schildes der Athena Promachos bedeuten würde.
Literatur
Martina Seifert: Mys. In: Rainer Vollkommer (Herausgeber): Künstlerlexikon der Antike. Über 3800 Künstler aus drei Jahrtausenden. Nikol, Hamburg 2007, ISBN 978-3-937872-53-7, S. 541.
Weblinks
Eintrag in der Union List of Artist Names Online (englisch)
Anmerkungen
Antiker Toreut (Griechenland)
Person (Athen in der Antike)
Geboren im 1. Jahrtausend v. Chr.
Gestorben im 1. Jahrtausend | 675 |
West Seattle Bridge; Fauntleroy Ferry Terminal Public Meetings/Online Open House; Update on SW Andover Street; Monitor's Comprehensive Assessment of the Seattle Police Department; Stand in Solidarity Seattle; Funds Available for Child Care Facilities!; Join Me — On the Board of Health; Applications Due June 30; Shape the Future of Outdoor Pickleball in Seattle; Mourning 1 Million Americans Dead From COVID; PayUp Update + App Worker Pay Gap
West Seattle Bridge Update
SDOT is expecting the final two structural pours for specialized concrete next week!
The additional recent update we've received is that SDOT expects to make a time-frame announcement on June 9th.
Work is continuing on post-tensioning anchorage forms in the south girder.
During the structural concrete pours, there is a review of post-tensioning work completed to date, to make any real-time adjustments needed.
SDOT notes the following construction closures in West Seattle this weekend:
Construction in<|fim_middle|>our, and for restaurant delivery apps was $8.71/hour.
Without Seattle's gig worker covid-19 hazard pay law, more than 1 in 8 delivery jobs would pay below $0 — in other words, they'd require more in driving and other expenses than they'd pay.
About 1/3 of workers' earnings came from tips. But even if tips were treated as pay, workers' average net earnings would be below minimum wage.
Marketplace apps also offer services at rates below minimum wage and engage in a variety of practices to drive down pay.
Finally, the report also found that raising pay to Seattle's minimum wage after expenses would provide a direct economic boost of approximately $79 million annually for gig workers in Seattle — money that would be put right back into local business.
Posted: May 20th, 2022 under Councilmember Herbold. | West Seattle this weekend; closure on eastbound Spokane Street Viaduct
Starting at 9 PM tonight, we'll close the on-ramp from eastbound SW Spokane St to the Spokane St Viaduct, along with eastbound lanes of the Spokane St Viaduct. A signed detour will be in place along S Spokane St. All lanes will reopen by 5 AM, Monday, May 23.
The closure is needed to install new bridge expansion joints, which allow the bridge to expand and contract during winter and summer months. While we do this work, we will also fill the potholes on the Viaduct.
On Saturday, starting as early as 7 AM to 4 PM, we will upgrade the signal at 16th Ave S and East Marginal Way S. During this work, we'll need to reduce the two travel lanes on each direction on East Marginal Way S to a single lane. We'll have someone directing traffic at the work location to keep traffic moving efficiently. Please drive safely in work zones and follow directions from signs and flaggers.
On Sunday, we'll install reflectors on West Marginal Way SW and Highland Park Way SW. We'll begin as early as 5 AM and conclude by 3 PM. We'll start near the Chelan 5-way intersection and work our way south, before going west on Highland Park Way SW, then go in reverse to cover eastbound Highland Park Way SW and northbound West Marginal Way SW. Please anticipate delays as we continuously move down the street to complete this work. This work may continue into next weekend. If there's a change in schedule, we'll include an update in next week's email.
Fauntleroy Ferry Terminal Public Meetings / Online Open House
Washington State Ferries (WSF) will be holding an online open house and two virtual meetings about the Fauntleroy Ferry Terminal replacement project.
Here's a link to the online open house that includes information about alternatives WSF is considering. The online open house goes through June 13, and you can submit comments and questions.
The two online community meetings will be on Tuesday, May 24, from noon to 1:30 p.m. and Wednesday, May 25, from 6-8 p.m. Both meetings will cover the same material. You can click the links to register for these Zoom meetings.
The week after each meeting, a video recording will be available online on the project webpage.
Several options were considered in what is called "Level 1" screening, the first level of consideration. Some alternatives were eliminated from consideration, including potential terminal locations at Lowman Beach, Colman Dock, Burien or Des Moines.
The alternatives moving into "Level 2" screening are all located at the current terminal location. At the recommendation of the Community Advisory Group, Level 2 alternatives were expanded to not only include maintaining the same dock size, but also options to maintain the dock size and include advance ticketing and using the Good to Go! Program – like it's currently used for toll collection on the SR99 tunnel – but for ferry tickets.
Some options expand the size of the terminal or would affect traffic circulation on Fauntleroy Way SW.
Here's a chart that shows the results of the Level 1 screening analysis. Here is the full Level 1 analysis, which has the easiest to read layout for the alternatives.
The section of the open house on the alternatives shows what will be analyzed moving forward in "Level 2" screening.
Update on SW Andover Street
Last Friday I wrote about the shooting on Andover near 26th, the second several weeks, near the RV encampment at that location.
SDOT announced they are resuming full 72-hour parking enforcement. When the Mayor's Office briefed me about this the week before, and potential areas of focus, I emphasized the long-standing issues at Andover. I followed up with the Mayor's Office about prioritizing this location. The Mayor's Office responded:
"The Nucor site is currently scheduled for remediation for June 16th. This date is tentative and can be changed if circumstances shift but you should start to see a surge of outreach efforts to prepare vehicle owners prior to remediation day. Outreach will advise owners to get back in the habit of regularly moving vehicles to avoid a possible warning and citation. Our goal is to get as much compliance as possible or to offer services to those whose vehicles are not operable prior to the 16th."
Monitor's Comprehensive Assessment of the Seattle Police Department
The Seattle Police Monitor overseeing the Consent Decree has released a Comprehensive Assessment of Seattle Police Department.
Prior to this, the Monitor released separate preliminary assessments on the topics of 1. use of force; 2. crisis intervention; and 3. stops and detentions. The Monitor presented these preliminary assessments separately at Community Police Commission community outreach meetings over the last few months to gather community input. The final assessment released this week combines all three area and finds that SPD "SPD has sustained its compliance with the Consent Decree generally, outside of notable issues with SPD's response to the 2020 protests and other specific issues that require additional work to help prevent such problems in the future."
The report shows a trend in reduced use of force, with an exception in 2020 due to use of force at protests. From 2015 to 2021, officer use of force declined 48%. That kind of change is a clear and positive result of officers implementing their updated policies.
It's worth noting, however, that the Monitor did not recommend ending the Consent Decree. The Monitor's letter at the start of the report notes three areas of work needed; first to restore trust lost during the protests and demonstration in 2020 in the wake of the murder of George Floyd; second, an assessment of the police accountability system; and third, "the City of Seattle must address disparate impact in policing," noting the assessment shows "Black and Native American persons in Seattle are disproportionately stopped, detained and subjected to force."
The report also hints at the forthcoming 2022 monitoring plan, which includes an Accountability System Performance Assessment. I appreciate this; in 2017 the City Auditor issued a report that recommended periodic evaluation of how the police oversight system functions to ensure that it is effective. I sought funding to begin similar work in the 2022 budget and have been in touch with the Auditor and the accountability bodies about beginning some of this work. I'm glad to see this is a point of emphasis for the Monitor and hope there can be productive collaboration that avoids duplication of efforts.
The report was sent to District Court Judge Robart, who oversees implementation of the Consent Decree.
Stand in Solidarity Seattle
Mothers for Police Accountability is asking for our support in the aftermath of last week's heinous attack, being investigated as a hate crime, at a grocery store in Buffalo, New York. Eleven of the people shot were Black, two were white. If you haven't read about their lives, please take a moment to do so, here. The store manager said that the suspected gunman raised red flags to employees in his prior visits to the store. She was quoted as saying, "How did we miss this…What did we do wrong that we missed this?"
As we mourn this horrible racially motivated attack and murder in New York, I urge us to think about the accounts of extremism and racial hate in our own community and in our workforce. What are we also missing?
Just the week prior to this, several elected and appointed city leaders received a letter from the city's RSJI Network stating their concern and asking about actions being taken to address the noose found in mid-February in Fire Station 24. Here is an excerpt:
"This is the second known such incident in recent years, with another noose found in the Fall of 2020 in Fire Station 17. Both Fire Stations 17 and 24 have Black officers and leadership within the organization; the threat for Black employees to "know your place" has deep historical roots in America, tracing back to slavery, the Klan, Jim Crow, and persists today. This targeted attack was committed in an attempt at making our Black colleagues fear for their safety, security, and life. As we are sure you agree, this behavior is beyond unacceptable and is a violation of the City workplace values of equity, inclusion, and accountability and falls under the definition of City workplace malicious harassment."
When I met with Chief Scoggins this week, he was at a Fire Chief's conference in Nashville. He had been visiting the Lorraine Motel, the site of Rev. Martin Luther King's assignation. With that, as well as the previous week's hate attack in New York as the subtext of our conversation, he read to me his response to the RSJI Network's letter. Here is an excerpt:
"The leadership of Seattle Fire Department stands in complete agreement that the use of any symbols, (verbal, written or body) language and/or behavior to communicate hatred, fear, intimidation, racism or any form of "other-ism" is untenable and cannot be tolerated.
We acknowledge the department has a history of racism, sexism and other disenfranchising practices. As much as we wish it were not so, the instances of nooses being left in fire stations on two separate occasions are stark reminders of the work we have yet to do.
Our messaging to the department and with media about those incidents has been clear: these actions are racist, have no place at Seattle Fire, and we are committed to pursuing the appropriate level of discipline depending on the outcome of an investigation. While the investigation at Fire Station 17 could not identify the responsible party, the investigation is ongoing into the noose at Fire Station 24. Providing regular updates to the Seattle Black Fire Fighters Association and SFD's Change Team on the investigation status is something we are committed to doing.
Each member of the Seattle Fire leadership team has fully committed themselves to changing department culture to one that not only reflects the diversity of Seattle's residents but where all of our uniformed and professional staff members feel accepted, safe, welcome, known and comfortable being their whole selves."
I thank Chief Scoggins for this message of support of our public servants in the face of these terror-inducing acts of racial hate. We must do much more to identify and root out extremism and racial hatred in our community as well as among city employees.
Funds Available for Child Care Facilities!
Apply now for City funding for your child care facility. The Human Services Department is making up to $6 million available to invest in capital improvements:
Nonprofit, center-based providers and preschools are eligible to apply for $25,000 (min) to $2,000,000 (max)
Nonprofit, home-based agencies are eligible to apply for $10,000 (min) to $75,000 (max)
Providers must have experience in:
providing developmentally and culturally appropriate early learning programming;
working with Seattle children and families most disproportionately impacted by the effects of COVID-19; and
working with Seattle children 0 – 5 years old.
For more information, and all RFP materials, please visit HSD's Funding Opportunities web page. Completed application packets are due by Noon on Tuesday, June 28, 2022.
Join Me — On the Board of Health; Applications Due June 30
The King County Board of Health is expanding in 2023 to include more members of the community.
Applications to join the Board are welcome from King County residents who share a commitment to public health principles and addressing racism as a public health crisis, including public health and health care providers, people with experience with public health programs, residents who are working to address health inequities, and others who have permits with Public Health.
Applications are due June 30, 2022. Learn more, register for an online open house, or apply at King County Board of Health – King County.
Shape the Future of Outdoor Pickleball in Seattle
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) invites the community to the final online Open House for the pickleball study on Wednesday, May 25, 2022 at 4:30 p.m. This online event is an opportunity for all to review strategies and locations for expanding access to outdoor pickleball in Seattle. Use this link to register.
Learn more about SPR's 2021-22 Outdoor Pickleball Study here.
Mourning 1 Million Americans Dead From COVID
Sometime this week, the nation passed a tragic milestone: 1 million Americans dead from COVID. That figure is roughly equal to how many Americans died in the Civil War and World War II – combined.
Among the dead: more than 241,000 children lost a parent or caregiver. That's an unimaginable burden of grief for a generation of young people.
The U.S. has the highest reported COVID-19 death toll of any country. Predictably, the burden of loss has not been shared equally.
Three out of every four deaths were people 65 and older.
Black, Hispanic and Native American people have been roughly twice as likely to die from COVID-19 as their white counterparts.
Unvaccinated people have a 10 times greater risk of dying of COVID-19 than the fully vaccinated, according to the CDC.
Here's CDC's statement on the significance of this milestone: "Every life lost to COVID-19 is a tragedy and should be a reminder to continue taking precautions to prevent further serious illness and death."
Every day in King County, another 1,000 people catch COVID. Cases are increasing rapidly, and hospitalizations are starting to follow suit. To honor the lives lost and keep your neighbors safe, stay up to date on your Covid vaccination; wear masks indoors; and stay home when you feel sick.
COVID-19 vaccine and boosters are free and no insurance required. No appointment is needed: most pharmacies, clinics, and Public Health centers now offer drop-in COVID-19 vaccination. Enter your zip code in Washington's Vaccine Locator tool or check the Getting Vaccinated page to find a vaccination site near you.
PayUp Update + App Worker Pay Gap
This coming Tuesday we'll hear amendments on CB 120294, also known as PayUp. This bill has been heard several times in committee, and we hosted a Public Hearing on it on May 5. If you haven't already you can sign up here to receive the Public Safety and Human Services Committee agendas here and you'll be notified when the agenda is released and what amendments Councilmembers are sponsoring.
This week Working Washington released a report that shows:
The average pay for an app-based worker was $9.58/hour after accounting for basic expenses — 55% or almost $8 below Seattle's minimum wage.
92% of jobs paid less than minimum wage.
Average net pay for grocery delivery apps was $11.09/h | 3,120 |
Lyric Marid is having a good 2017, things can only get better now that his latest project Sota Seoul is out. The Mill City Collective artist will hold his release party at an undisclosed location tonight, word around town is that there will also be soul fool in the building. The event will also include performances from BdotCroc, Why Khaliq, Nathan Ejuwa, Major G, and Knucky; a sold lineup that should impress. Deeply Rooted Tribe and Mr. Peter Parker will handle the hosting duties rounding out what should be a great night. This one is $20 and the address will be sent to you promptly, click the link below to buy yours now.
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Enemy Planes will headline Icehouse tonight, their shows have been few and far between as of late, but they've picked things up recently. Beasthead will open up the evening rounding out what should be a solid night of music. This one is 21+ and tickets are still available for only $8 ($10 @ door), click the link below to buy yours now.
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Nightchain is one of the best DJ nights in the Twin Cities. Icehouse is one of the best venues in the Twin Cities. Add those 2 things together and you have one of the best events in the Twin Cities, especially when talking about Sundays. This time around the homie DJ Low will take the reins, you can expect a healthy dose of dance music and hip hop bangers. Of course Icehouse will have the drink specials on deck, this one is 21+ and the door is $5; stop by if you're looking for something to fill out your Sunday night.
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The Unknown Creatures crew will take over the Reverie tonight for their Spring Dance Party. If you haven't been to the Reverie yet, you should definitely check it out, the sound is solid and their overall space is great for live shows. The night will also feature music from Nyasia, R.A.D x Booboo, Wizdom and a few special guests. This one is 18+ and the door is only $5, click the link below for more info.
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Allan Kingdom is on fire right now, one of the Twin Cities' brightest stars recently garnered another Grammy nomination. With the summer looming, Allan has been in rare form, releasing a new video and surprisingly announcing a new album titled, Lines. His most recent release comes in the form of a collaboration with London based producer Cadenza. The production fits Allan's style like a glove, it's almost as if it was tailor made. The Northern Gentleman sounds as confident as ever on each new release, we can't wait to hear Lines, which is due out April 7th. Check out "Vibes" below and be on the look out for more from Allan Kingdom.
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Alex Wiley stopped by PIFF in Minneapolis before his show for a meet and greet with his fans. The afternoon was very chill with a lot of dope gear being worn and sold. Check out some of the pics above and stay tuned for more from PIFF.
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Progress 3 () was an unmanned Progress cargo spacecraft launched by the Soviet Union in 1978 to resupply the Salyut 6 space station. It used the Progress 7K-T<|fim_middle|> occurred at 16:45:00 UTC, with the spacecraft undergoing a destructive reentry at around 17:30 UTC. Less than a few weeks after Progress 3 had been deorbited, Progress 4 was launched to replace it.
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Progress 3 was a Progress 7K-TG spacecraft. The third of forty three to be launched, it had the serial number 103. The Progress 7K-TG spacecraft was the first generation Progress, derived from the Soyuz 7K-T and intended for unmanned logistics missions to space stations in support of the Salyut programme. On some missions the spacecraft were also used to adjust the orbit of the space station.
The Progress spacecraft had a dry mass of , which increased to around when fully fuelled. It measured in length, and in diameter. Each spacecraft could accommodate up to of payload, consisting of dry cargo and propellant. The spacecraft were powered by chemical batteries, and could operate in free flight for up to three days, remaining docked to the station for up to thirty.
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Progress 3 was launched at 22:31:22 UTC on 7 August 1978, atop a Soyuz-U 11A511U carrier rocket flying from Site 31/6 at the Baikonur Cosmodrome in the Kazakh Soviet Socialist Republic. The rocket that launched it had the serial number Ye15000-138. Following launch, Progress 3 was given the COSPAR designation 1978-077A, whilst NORAD assigned it the Satellite Catalog Number 10999.
Following launch, Progress 3 began two days of free flight. It subsequently docked with the aft port of the Salyut 6 space station at 23:59:30 UTC on 9 August 1978. At the time of its docking, Soyuz 29 was docked to the forward port of the station.
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Progress 3 was the third of twelve Progress spacecraft used to supply the Salyut 6 space station between 1978 and 1981. It delivered cargo to the station, including food, fur boots, and Kovalyonok's guitar. Whilst Progress 3 was docked, Salyut 6 was manned by the EO-2 crew, consisting of cosmonauts Vladimir Kovalyonok and Aleksandr Ivanchenkov.
On 9 August 1978, whilst docked to Salyut 6, Progress 3 was catalogued in a low Earth orbit with a perigee of and an apogee of , inclined at 51.66° and with a period of 88.7 minutes. Progress 3 undocked from Salyut 6 at 15:42:50 UTC on 21 August 1978. It remained in orbit until the late afternoon of 23 August 1978, when it was deorbited. The deorbit burn | 656 |
Howard Gardner's brilliant conception of individual competence has changed the face of education in the twenty-three years since the publication of his classic work, Frames of Mind . Since then thousands of educators, parents, and researchers have explored the practical implications and applications of Multiple Intelligences theory- the powerfulnotion that there are separate human capacities, ranging from musical intelligence to the intelligence involved in self-understanding. The first decade of<|fim_middle|> functioning, and much more. | research on MI theory and practice was reported in the 1993 edition of Multiple Intelligences . This new edition covers all developments since then and stands as the most thorough and up-to-date account of MI available anywhere. Completely revised throughout, it features new material on global applications and on MI in the workplace, an assessment of MI practice in the current conservative educational climate, new evidence about brain | 80 |
Talk about a moving target. Every time I sit down to write a column about<|fim_middle|> least part of that problem is solved. We still recommend against using Flash for information-rich sites like e-commerce (it's just too expensive to duplicate all that content for non-Flash users like mobile users) but for those of you with other sites that have mainly brochure-style content, this new method of crawling Flash sites might benefit you. Read a full writeup at TechCrunch here. | search engine optimization, the game changes right under my feet. Rules change, tactics get refined, best practices evolve and entire strategies become worthless or worse – even damaging. The dynamics of search engine optimization are exactly that: dynamic, sometimes beyond any rational comprehension.
We do quite a bit of search engine optimization for our customers these days, and it's almost a full-time job staying on top of the latest strategies and tactics. For those customers who invest heavily in search engine optimization and pay-per-click advertising, a dedicated expert is sometimes the best option, and we refer them to companies that focus exclusively on these areas. Their services are expensive, but their results are often impressive.
For the rest of our customers – and, I'm sure, for many of you – a little bit of basic optimization can go a long way. I've covered the basics of search engine optimization in a previous series in this magazine, and many of those methods continue to produce good results. For the next few posts, I'm going to revisit search engine optimization in light of current best practices and knowledge. No big secrets here or nefarious tactics – just the good stuff that works right now.
Adobe announced today that they are providing a method for the major search engines to index Flash content. eBlox has always recommended against extensive use of Flash for your site if you wish to be properly indexed and garner good search rankings. It looks like at | 283 |
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Melanie Suzanne Wilson's personal blog shares opinions and discoveries from life.
DIY Nails
DIY nail art is better than ever. Pretty nails can add individualism and creativity to our style no matter what we wear. Social or official dress codes can limit what clothing we wear, but people typically don't mind what nail polish is painted onto our digits. It's just noticeable enough to say, "This is me."
One new style to emerge has became known as "shatter" or "crackle. This nail polish is painted over a contrasting colour for visibility. Paint gradually separates as it dries, appearing like a crack in the sidewalk. The resulting pattern looks edgy in the right colours. A red shatter over a black background can look gothic or vampiric. But silver over black just looks modern. These nails are a must for look-at-me style.
DIY nails are just as pretty after a slick of a wild new shade from almost any store. Even supermarkets upped the trend-factor. No longer is the choice a simple beige or pale pink. Customise or match an outfit with these sweet shades. Favourites lately include watermelon, lime green, and electric blue. Remember to stock up on nail polish remover for quick switches to new tones, enjoy these lovely looks!
For the wild at heart, black is the new black. A noir black is not just for goths and emos. Match a nail colour with a Little Black Dress or juxtapose with a white outfit for the visual power of contrasting. Don't be surprised if people ask where your eye-catching nails were done!
Or maybe classic is the new classic. It's great to go back to basic with a versatile signature style. Ruby red and pretty pink are the LBD of the nail art world; versatile and perfect for any occasion, whilst still making a statement. There is nothing wrong with getting back to basics.
Whatever your style, have fun and stand out. Experiment. Break the norm of nails. Happy painting!
You are very welcome to post any<|fim_middle|> the current system, readers would pay up to $300 a year. This dollar value assumes such a news source is not substitutable. Or is it? There was talk of this being planned for quite a while. But it is still a massive shock to the loyal readers.
The good old SMH has kept a flow of revenue from advertisements for some time. That should be enough. Sometimes a pop up would grab our attention before being closed. A banner in the footer of the home page (that is an attempt at descriptive techie lingo) is all about American Express. Links on the right hand side promoted anything and everything. That should have been enough. Our favourite brands would have paid big bucks for exposure on a very popular online site.
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The Seekers Golden Jubilee
The Seekers are celebrating a very special time in their lives, and including their fans in the festivities. Dudith Durham, Bruce Woodley, Keith Potger, and Athol Guy have been a band for 50 years. That's right, a Golden Jubilee means 50 years in show biz. Before we have a look at the latest media attention, here's a quick background into the world of Seekers tours.
Judith Durham said on 60 minutes that they really had an easy career. Judith now realises she took for granted the instant TV coverage they received just a day after they arrived in England. Success welcomed the group whenever they wanted it. Judith then chose time off from the group for independence and to find her own identity. But the memory of The Seekers stayed with the public. And hence the later tours.
Judith has continually been able to return to the group with the same support from fans ever since. Their 25th anniversary Silver Jubilee (when I was 4) sparked a decade of performances. They united aft…
Playing an artist on Pinterest
On the seriously popular app Pinterest, we can all be an artist. Or a cook. Pinterest allows egalitarian sharing of crafty creations and web sites with absolutely anyone. This how-to-DIY-guide of the social networking world is changing creative expressions of thousands of people.
Pinterest is a potential shopping mall of the future. Amazingly unique and exotic gifts can be found on the site and ordered by price. Why wander around the shopping mall in search of something different when we can buy it at the click of a button? When we don't want to wait around for an auction on Ebay, there's always this collection of references to bargain sites.
This R2D2 bin was sold on Etsy (& so was its image above) after some free advertisement on Pinterest.
The DIY world is another reason to join the crowd at Pinterest. I took a bit of getting used to the technology (I'm getting old fashioned), but you just click on the picture and the referenced web page will appear.
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How is 5G Impacting App Development?
Faster smartphones demand faster networks to keep up with the increase in demands for gaming, high-definition streaming, and loading speeds. App development is unavoidably affected by these demands and, with the arrival of the 5G network, the industry will undoubtedly feel the impact full-force.
The advent of the 4G network, back in 2008, took the world by storm. Never-seen-before browsing speeds, faster online gaming, better smartphone connectivity, and smooth, high-definition streaming and video calls were some of the revolutionary advances 4G contributed to our tech-dependent lives. So it was only natural that, after a few years of experiencing the benefits of this cutting-edge technology, people began to expect even more dynamic experiences. And, as it often happens with most IT-based products, their rapid evolution is always paralleled by the increasing demands from the public. Hence, the fifth generation of cellular networks, the 5G network, was introduced in late 2018.
As 5G continues to spread around the globe, infrastructural changes get implemented, and the number of smartphones upgrading to 5G rises. This rise means that the hype over a faster mobile network is slowly but surely becoming a reality, and its adoption is finally gaining momentum. In fact, 5G Americas estimates that 5G connections will reach 600 million worldwide by the end of 2021 and more than <|fim_middle|>. Almost every industry can benefit from an app that contains cutting-edge technologies without sacrificing speed, smoothness, and quality. By harnessing the power of 5G technology, app developers will have the tools to deliver more robust apps that help address the needs of modern enterprises and users effortlessly. They can build faster and smarter cloud-hosted apps that, in no time, will become everyone's favorite and which no one will be able to live without.
5G Promotes High-Speed Communications
The paradigm shift that 5G technology is bringing will significantly impact all industries across the globe. It will open doors of innovation and bear a transformation partly defined by app developers and the type of mobile products they ship. Not only can developers leverage the two advantages mentioned above, but they will now work at incredible speeds. As 5G evolves and breaks away from its dependence on the 4G infrastructure, its astonishing speed will increase. Estimates put 5G SA download speeds at almost 1000 times faster than 4G, potentially reaching 50Gbps (Gigabytes per second). To put this number in perspective, with a download speed of 10Gbps, you could download an entire HD film in less than a second. Sure, these are just estimates, but even the most conservative testers have put 5G speeds at several dozen times above 4G. And there have even been tests that have shown astronomical speeds. For instance, the UK's 5G Innovation Centre witnessed around 1 Tbps (terabit per second) in a test environment. That's roughly 65,000 times faster than typical 4G speeds and, even though that's just a theoretical speed, it would enable you to download a file around 100 times larger than an entire movie in just 3 seconds.
The extra push these impressive speeds will bring to the app development game are manifold, but they mainly lie in increased performance, faster downloads, and enhanced app productivity. Mobile app developers will enter a new era of freedom to build more flexible, highly responsive apps with near-zero latency and top speeds. Delivering apps that perform at high speeds means the possibility of including more features and better quality images and videos that will, without a doubt, enhance the user experience. Users will now be able to transfer and download any file or app, regardless of its size, without being tethered to a Wi-Fi signal. Similarly, video chat and meeting apps, which have become almost compulsory lately, will no longer depend on strong Wi-Fi, simplifying remote work transitions. App developers can now encourage users to take advantage of these added benefits by implementing interfaces that enable users to confidently download songs, videos, academic material, simulators, and games. Once they're hooked, app retention rates will likely skyrocket.
5G high-speed data transfer and communications also open up opportunities for developers to fully realize the potential of streaming apps. Today, services such as Netflix or Amazon Prime depend on the speed and bandwidth of the user's Wi-Fi or mobile internet connection. Streaming 4K, 8K, 3D, and high definition video requires extensive amounts of data that Wi-Fi modems and even fiber connections struggle with. 5G has the potential to remove streaming lags altogether, allowing these services to increase the resolution of their material and even sets the ground for developers to introduce new, more advanced streaming apps. Even IoT devices, which generally don't require high-speeds to work, will be able to connect to more devices and increase the scope of what they can provide to their users.
5G Comes With Greater Bandwidth
5G technology promotes all the unheard-of benefits exposed previously using high radio frequencies, shorter wavelengths, and wireless frameworks. Let me explain. As you probably already know, wireless network signals are sent through the air using radio transmissions between a base station antenna and a central operator. These radio frequencies travel through a spectrum broken up into bands, and each band has specific features, and as we move up into higher frequencies, the network performs better. 4G technology uses frequencies below 6 GHz (Gigahertz), while most 5G networks use frequencies of about 30 GHz or more. This difference in frequencies is crucial because lower frequencies limit how much information their radio waves can carry. When that limit is reached, the network slows down until someone leaves the network or decreases their navigational speed. We have all experienced this problem when trying to use our phones during concerts or crowded events. However, with 5G, there's more" space" to use, meaning there's more room for speedy connections with decreased risks of overcrowding the network. 4G, for instance, supports up to 2,000 devices in a 0.38 sq. miles area, whereas 5G supports up to one million or more devices in that same area. If data traffic grows at about 60% per year with an increasing number of people streaming 4K videos and using more connected services, the need for 5G bandwidth becomes evident.
For app developers, this increase in bandwidth means that developing apps with low connectivity issues in mind is a thing of the past. 5G-enabled apps will perform at their top speed and quality without needing solid Wi-Fi connections or sacrificing quality due to poor network performance. Not only that, but developers can now ship apps with more engaging and responsive interfaces, which will help with user retention, adoption, and a significant increase in the chances of the said application achieving success. Additionally, integration with complex technologies will be more straightforward, and things like virtual and augmented reality, AI-powered apps, responsive chatbots, IoT, and immersive gaming will finally be achievable. They will indeed become points of inflection in app adoption.
5G's bandwidth unleashes an entirely new arena for 5G smartphones and app development practices along with fantastic connectivity, high speed, and low latency. Furthermore, since this feature operates at its finest under high data-driven situations, apps will now perform optimally when users access features such as 4Kor 8K streaming, remote surgery, 3D, or gaming. This capacity to handle high-data traffic is unheard of and will surely be one of the tipping points for the app development industry. Finally, thanks to 5G, modern apps will morph into media-rich tools that deliver outstanding user experiences while allowing developers to experiment freely and reach levels of innovation and creativity that will undoubtedly push the app development sector into industry 4.0.
As you're probably thinking right now, 5G will completely turn development practices around. These are only some of the ways it will accomplish that we at Foonkey thought were the most relevant. However, here is a broad look at some other ways 5G could impact app development that we didn't widely cover in this article but that are still important we include:
Extended Battery Life: With 5G's increased connectivity, high speed, low latency, and decreased hardware dependency, battery consumption will reduce significantly, allowing users to worry less about battery consumption and interact with apps longer.
More Accurate GPS: 5G's improved coverage and connectivity gives fast and highly accurate results, which is essential for GPS-enabled apps.
Greater Overall User Experience: All the factors, features, and benefits mentioned above have one common objective: improving user experience. Apps will be more immersive, feature-rich, sophisticated, and valuable, all without increased demands on a device's hardware specifications.
Ambient Computing: Ambient computing will be one of 5G's most significant accomplishments. Ambien computing is the union of software, hardware, machine/human interaction, AI and machine learning, and user experience to create a symbiotic environment where machines and humans interact and are always connected. In other words, ambient computing is the internet of everything. It combines household, workplace, and internet-connected devices that surround us and supplement each other to provide a connected experience.
Challenges With 5G Adoption in App Development
Every emerging technology comes with its increase in security risks. 5G is no different. Given its highly distributed connections, bandwidth, and high-speed communications, we'll see a rise in the number of connected devices and networks. As a result, more data will be transmitted across apps connected to 5G networks, and much of these data points might contain personal and sensitive information that hackers could intercept. For this reason, obvious safety concerns arise as developers must give special attention to potential cybersecurity issues. In addition, developers must ensure their apps are failsafe and meet all security and compliance requirements with even more rigor to raise sturdier safety walls and minimize the increase in security threats.
Establishing 5G-Based Business Models
5G will completely shift the way people from all businesses and industries work. However, the app development sector is set to be one of the most impacted ones. The current business model that most modern app developers work under is designed for 4G technology. Consequently, for many developers looking into 5G app development, this business model may prove insufficient in helping development companies unleash 5G's true potential. The network speed, and all the benefits that 5G is anticipated to bring forth, is, without a doubt, going to demand development company business models to update and adapt to the changes in practices, tools, and operations.
Human Talent Acquisition
The paradigm shift that 5G will bring to the development industry includes new skills and aptitudes for developers working on 5G-enabled apps. Integration with elements such as augmented and virtual reality, 3D, 4K, and 8K, IoT, cloud computing, AI and machine learning, and VR, among others, will require special knowledge and skills that will reduce the size of the qualified talent pool. In addition, there will be a learning curve with 5G development. Developers who want to keep innovating and stay on top of the industry's highest standards must learn and adapt to the changing landscape of modern technological changes.
Multiple App Versions
You must understand that 5G technology will not roll out and be the sole mobile network anytime soon. The change to 5G is happening gradually, and although it's happening faster than with 4G, it's still going to take a while before the earth is an exclusively 5G planet. Additionally, you need to keep in mind that not all your users will have the means to immediately buy a 5G smartphone or purchase a 5G plan from their providers. There will also be areas with slow–or no–5G adoption, while other regions may have 5G implementations that still do not fully work to their full potential. Therefore, some app users will have devices fit for 5G apps, while others won't. Ones will have a 5G device but no 5G connection, and then some are still working on 4G and even 3G connections. As a result, app developers will need to create multiple app versions to encompass the entire scope of their market, which may be cumbersome, but it's the only way to avoid leaving some users out of the loop. At least until 5G is the predominant mobile network.
As our world evolves into a more IT-centered way of life, mobile apps will continue to advance and become more future-rich and robust. Hence, it was a matter of time before 4G technology became incapable of supporting the massive amounts of data created and transferred every day. 5G came right on time to take the torch and carry us into a world where all our day-to-day interactions are powered by connected communications between us and the gadgets that support our everydayness. And while it may be some time before we see full 5G coverage, developers and businesses can slowly adapt the practices and models that will enable the birth of 5G-enabled apps.
Furthermore, we can safely conclude that 5G was the only way to support the inevitable fully digitalized future that has been on the way for some years. 5G networks open up an entire realm of possibilities for innovation and creativity for the app development industry. Thanks to 5G, developers will have a boundless universe of tools at their disposal to explore, build new platforms, and ship apps that will become increasingly inherent to users' lives. And as 5G network launches and implementations begin to accelerate around the globe, we will witness a rise in opportunities for emerging markets, use cases, and even new technologies. These three things will further propel the delivery of more complex apps to handle the data-intensive environment of 5G.
We understand this subject is complex, and there are still many questions and doubts about what 5G will bring to the table in terms of all development. So, if you have any questions or concerns or want us to start working on your new app, drop us a line! | 3 billion by 2025.
The 5G network brings massive improvements that cover all the benefits of its predecessor, plus faster upload/download speeds, higher performance, and overall better user experience. As was the case with previous technological advances that are now obsolete, this advanced network was designed to meet the world's never-ending demands for more speed. However, regular consumers aren't the only ones exhilarated by this next generation of connectivity. Since the awakening of 5G networks undoubtedly influences how people use smartphones and apps, app developers will have new opportunities to innovate and leverage 5G technology to deliver better-performing apps that will offer better user experiences. This way, the app development industry can become the gateway for users to experience the groundbreaking benefits of 5G fully.
Due to 5G's importance for the app development world, we at Foonkie thought it relevant to explain precisely what 5G app development is and discuss its impact on our industry and the future of mobile applications.
5G must be an updated or revamped 4G network, right? Most people believe this is the case when actually, 5G is not just an upgraded version of 4G. Sure, 5G is the numerical evolution of its predecessors, and yes, it is the next generation of telecom networks, hence the "5G" name (as in the fifth generation). However, 5G is an entirely different network infrastructure that will establish the latest global wireless standard for speed and efficiency. It was proposed and created by 3GPP, an organization that defines cellular specifications and is known for its deployment and maintenance of previous 2G, 3G, and 4G networks. 5G has also set a new air interface, 5G NR (new radio), that sets the standard for modern wireless communications opening up broader and more adaptive bandwidths. This will help redefine the entire scope of modern mobile networks by providing quicker downloads, more robust mobile connectivity, lower lag and latency, and faster and more reliable data sharing. These benefits come with connectivity speeds that reach approximately 10 gigabits per second, that's ten times faster than the existing 4G network.
All of 5G's potential perks will provide a significant improvement on the way we live, interact with modern technologies, work, and even play online. The connectivity benefits that 5G will bring to the table are revolutionary and by far exceed those of previous networks. But what makes it different enough to cause such a revolution? For one, as stated above, 5G's primary attribute is its speed. High-speed data transfer makes information more readily available, which has the potential to revolutionize how humans communicate. This phenomenon will surely make businesses more efficient and education more straightforward and more accessible. In addition, it can release workloads across several industries, broaden the scope of what healthcare systems can do, and give consumers of global goods and services access to more information faster than ever before.
Furthermore, 5G was designed to provide more capacity for our digitized lives. It also aims to enable a new kind of network that will connect virtually everyone and everything, all internet-connected machines, objects, and devices included. This way, we'll see the rise of self-driving cars, smart cities, immersive AR for businesses and healthcare systems, immersive education and training programs, and the rise of a massive IoT ecosystem with billions of connected devices.
Additionally, 5G supports up to a million devices connected per square kilometer. In comparison, 4G supports only one-tenth of that capacity, meaning that slow network connections and speeds will be a thing of the past. More specifically, 5G uses unique radio frequencies that 4G did not use. These frequencies open up a new spectrum of never-seen-before speeds that support 5G's increased capacity for transferring data faster, with more precision and less latency. We'll dig further into this aspect later on.
How Does 5G Work?
You must understand that all the attractive benefits derived from 5G don't mean it is a standalone network that automatically replaces its ancestor or will have immediate worldwide coverage. 5G did not render 4G obsolete automatically and will not take its place for a while. As 5G slowly rolls out, it needs to be built on top of existing 4G networks, which means that early implementations of 5G result from a combination between upgraded 4G networks (called 4G LTE Advanced) and 5G. This amalgamation of the two networks is called 5G NSA (Non-Stand Alone) because it requires 4G at its core to function, so it doesn't stand on its own…yet. In other words, 5G needs, but is gradually replacing, 4G LTE and will eventually overtake it completely, with experts saying we'll see a total 5G SA (standalone) coverage in 53% of the world by 2025.
So, the actual 5G network deployment is 5G SA. Once the network works independently and breaks away from 4G, it will deliver its full potential, such as high throughput, massive IoT, low latency, network slicing, etc. However, you must understand that whether it's 4G LTE Advanced, 5G NSA, or 5G SA, you will only get the network's full benefits if the infrastructure equipment that enables the connection and your device uses the same standard. This way, if you have a 5G SA phone but your country still only has 4G infrastructure installed, you'll still get a 4G connection, regardless of your phone's 5G. When the 5G SA network, and its compatible devices, become widely available to entire territories, connections will switch to an exclusively 5G network. Until this moment, we will witness the actual disappearance of 4G.
As far as where the world is today regarding 5G implementation, according to 5G Americas, there are currently 172 global 5G network deployments, with Europe leading the way with 82, followed by Asia with 36 and the US surprisingly far behind with 10. Additionally, they report that the world had 401 million 5G subscribers by the end of 2020, which is surprising considering the economic and social whirlwind caused by the pandemic. Their report also shows that 5G adoption tripled the subscription rate of 4G LTE, which required five years to reach those same 401 million adopters. Lastly, if you want to check real-time worldwide 5G deployments and roll-outs, you can go to Ookla's 5G map and witness how fast–or slow–different countries are embracing 5G.
5G's Impact on App Development
By now, it's clear that 5G is set to revolutionize our entire technological landscape and the way we communicate and interact with mobile devices and internet-powered machines. So, as our mobile-powered bits of technology, apps are obviously not immune to this revolution. With 5G technology in the limelight, it's logical to expect a complete transformation of the entire mobile app development industry and its practices. After all, with 5G's enhanced connectivity, mobile apps will not only function faster and better, but they will be more suited to integrate with advanced technologies such as augmented and virtual reality. As a result, 5G technology will bring about a new interconnected web of always-on devices that transfer data in real-time using a new standard of speed and reliability.
5G app development will also enable developers to reach unheard-of levels of creativity and innovation driven by the high speed, low latency, and immersive experiences that will completely transform the app market in upcoming years. For example, high-quality video and images will require less buffering time, which, thanks to 5G's high speeds and data handling, will enable users to fully enjoy their apps over a cellular network instead of requiring a Wi-Fi connection. These and other unique aspects of 5G will allow developers to create more meaningful user experiences, ultimately deciding whether or not a mobile product gets the expected adoption rates.
So, let's dive into some of the most significant ways 5G will impact the app development industry.
5G will Enable Low-Latency Communications
Latency is commonly understood as the amount of time it takes a network to respond to a request, such as loading a video, playing an online game, or loading a website. In a tech-driven world, where people look for immediacy and speed everywhere, communication delays caused by latency can be a problem. And for app developers, in particular, latency is a common cause of concern. Global efforts to reduce latency started with the introduction of 4G, but they never fully realized them because low latency wasn't the network's primary objective. However, with 5G, ultra-low latency has been a crucial part of its development. As of right now, we saw response times of around 60-70ms (milliseconds) in 3G networks, while with 4G, they're at roughly around 30-40ms. With 5G, we're looking at a latency of 1ms under ideal circumstances. To give you some context, it takes about 13ms for our brains to process and identify an image seen by our eyes. With 5G's ultra-low latency, users can transfer large amounts of data in real-time regardless of where they are or how many users are connected to the network.
5G's near-zero latency will significantly impact how we interact with mobile apps and how industries and systems that require network connectivity will function. Low latency is crucial, not only for gaming and watching videos but for times when app users must make critical decisions in a matter of seconds via their devices and networks, which is why it will become especially relevant for healthcare app developers. For instance, in a healthcare scenario, delays could be deadly if physicians are waiting too long for feedback from an app or if they're attempting to control unresponsive machines or IoMT devices. This way, 5G will bring to the table a new era of remote medical services where deadly delays are no longer an issue.
Things like telesurgery, 3D test results, virtual reality, and medical robots will become the norm to release workloads in healthcare systems across the globe. On that same token, 5G's low latency will also drive telehealth services forward by providing an ultra-reliable alternative to current slower technologies that might mean the difference between life and death. And, with ultra-low latency, Wi-Fi may even become useless in some cases where 5G will perform faster and better than most Wi-Fi connections. High-quality images and videos will load faster, video chats and calls will have better quality, and international money transfers will be instant. 3D implementation will be swift, 4K will go mobile without overloading the networks, and optimal app performance levels will be easier to implement and maintain. These factors will change the way app developers optimize their UX/UI design, their coding and testing practices, and even how they use APIs and third-party services.
These never-seen-before latency levels achieved by 5G open the gate for radically new experiences and opportunities for app developers to fully deliver the potential of their apps. Under ideal circumstances, 5G could solve latency issues for all apps and improve user experience in levels unheard of until now. However, even under non-life-threatening circumstances, low latency is crucial for the overall user experience. Studies have shown us that even a 1-second delay could cost developers $0,08 per user and 49% of app users expect their mobile products to respond to requests in 2 seconds or less. So app developers across all disciplines and skills, from mobile gaming and virtual reality experiences to factory apps, IoMT, and even self-driving cars and their apps, will see their mobile products achieve their full potential.
Easy Integration With Advanced Technologies and Cloud Computing
The 3GPP conceived 5G with an extraordinarily mobile and hyper-connected society in mind. It was designed to accommodate emerging use-cases and create new business models that connect everyone and everything, including houses, cars, robots, and industrial and medical equipment. However, integrating all these elements and implementing the technology needed to use them in an app is no easy feat, and until the birth of 5G, it was nearly impossible. Fortunately, thanks to its speed and low latency, 5G is set to enable app developers to integrate different technologies into their apps more effectively without increasing their complexity, network demands, or demanding specific hardware requirements. As a result, we will see the rise of cloud-based apps, the evolution of the internet of things (IoT) into the internet of everything, and technologies like augmented and virtual reality will become customary instead of today's luxury. Therefore, app developers can consider integrating more human-to-machine and machine-to-machine interactions into their apps without incurring extra storage or processor demands.
Cloud technology is one of the primary enablers for these newfound integration capabilities that app developers will now have. As developers reap the benefits of 5G and easily integrate more advanced technologies into their apps, smartphones will be required to perform more complex tasks. In addition, with cloud technology finally realizing its full potential, developers will create apps that can fully use the cloud as a means for fast and efficient data storage. Therefore, we will see developers become crucial in the rise of fully 3D apps, virtual and augmented reality gaming and medical apps, industrial internet of things (IIoT) apps, and 4K (even 8K) video resolutions that load in an instant.
Having unlimited cloud storage options will redefine app usability because people can access and run them without installing them on their phones. As a result, the existing physical limitations of a device, such as battery and processing power, and internal storage and hardware, won't dictate the limits of an app's usability. And, since the cloud is one of the most trustworthy data access and storage platforms, users can now access and store their information securely, fast, and smoothly. This last aspect of 5G's cloud-enhancing capabilities will surely help developers with data security concerns and compliance.
Additionally, as immersive technologies become necessary, developers will also use 5G-enabled apps to leverage emerging use cases. Things like apps for 3D printing for 3D models, fully remote work environments, autonomous cars, smart cities, industrial robots and machines, and even remote surgery, to name a few, will be more widely used | 2,995 |
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San Juan in the US commonwealth of Puerto Rico, has long been a port of call on Caribbean cruises. More recently, the capital city<|fim_middle|> Indies, known for its excellent beaches and West Indian architecture.
The 2,800-guest Eclipse boasts the trademark features of the Solstice class vessels: an iLounge complete with Apple computers and products, the Hot Glass shows in the on-deck studio and the innovative Lawn Club, comprised of real grass for croquet and golf. Other highlights include its alternative restaurants -- the quirky Qsine and the steak-and-seafood Tuscan Grille.
In addition to the many Carnival cruises that list San Juan, Puerto Rico, as a port of call, the cruise line also offers Caribbean cruises that sail in and out of the city itself. For example, a seven-night cruise from San Juan departs at 10 p.m., which gives guests a chance to explore the city before sailing. The itinerary also includes St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands; Barbados, a British-flavored island known for its flower forests and natural caverns; St. Kitts; St. Lucia, West Indies, which boasts black sand beaches; and St. Maarten.
The Carnival Victory, which accommodates 3,427 guests, has oceans-of-the-world themed decor, including a nine-deck high main atrium. The family-friendly ship's other amenities include extensive programs for youths of all ages, a tall spiral waterslide, 24-hour pizzeria, fitness center, spa and jogging track.
Princess Cruises offers a series of Caribbean/Bermuda cruises from New York City (Brooklyn) that include a visit to San Juan. The nine-night itinerary includes four sea days and stops at Grand Turk, Turks & Caicos; St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands, a shopper's paradise; and Royal Naval Dockyard in the center of Bermuda, which is known for its many golf courses and white sandy beaches.
The Caribbean Princess carries 3,120 guests and its amenities include four pools, a putting green and golf simulators, the line's trademark Movies Under the Stars, an extensive youth center and a 24-hour buffet bistro.
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La Communauté de communes du Pays de Bourgueil est une ancienne communauté de communes française, située dans le département d'Indre-et-Loire
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SAN MATEO, Calif., March 4, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Today GMDY announces its new commerce and analytics platform built for professional athletes to create, share, monetize and analyze an accurate and complete view of their brand. With this 360-degree view of their data, GMDY's Athlete Index™, athletes can analyze both their professional and personal brands from one online location while simultaneously giving fans direct purchasing access to lifestyle and gameday items through the GMDY app.
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Because athletes are influencers and their own personal brand, understanding how to measure their influencer marketing<|fim_middle|> a complete way to discover even more about their favorite athlete while giving athletes with social capital a new opportunity to monetize their brand.
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Once you decide to sign on to the plan, I know that the first thing you're going to do is check your calendar. Because you are a parent, and parents don't make a move without first consulting the master schedule. You want to make sure there's no travel soccer tournament that month, no nail-biting audition of Finian's Rainbow to prepare your daughter for, no presentation for work that you're going to be obsessing over, no activities that are going to disrupt and distract from all the planning and cooking. I understand this impulse completely—believe me, I do—but I strongly recommend that you resist the temptation and just decide right here and now to begin on Sunday. I don't have any idea if that means tomorrow or six days from when you are reading this, but either way, if you have a few hours on a Sunday, you can get yourself in good shape to kick-start the program.
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I can't emphasize this enough: If you've spent any time on my blog or read my first book, you know that a crucial part of what keeps the dinner engine running in our house is the fact that both my husband and I know how to cook. Because I am the one with the more flexible schedule during the week, most of the time I'm the one getting dinner together from Monday through Friday. But on nights when I'm overextended or have a late meeting or just can't bring myself to do it, I know Andy will step in and make his Pan-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Potato-Carrot Hash (twenty minutes) or a quick Roasted Salmon and Asparagus with Spicy Mayo and Chives (twenty minutes). This is important not only for the short view (yum, delicious, seconds, please!) but for the long view, because psychologically, it helps to know that it's not all on me. When you share the load, dinner is a group effort, a family project. If it's all on you, it's just a burden.
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Here is what you do: You call bullsh*t on your partner. ANYONE CAN COOK.
Because here's the thing: We're not going for Michelin stars. We're talking about preparing food for your own dinner table, the one where your offspring sit down, open their mouths to both (a) talk to you and (b) eat. They are not dinner guests. They are not restaurant critics. They are children who need fuel in the tank. Dinner, more than anything, just has to be…done. That is where you win points in this contest.
There are recipes (see Go-To Weeknight Meals: The Lineup) that are designed for any old beginner, but there are also several recipes in here that someone can make ahead of time and store in the freezer (look for "freeze ahead" instructions under recipes). So on nights when the noncook is in charge, he or she is not so much cooking as simply thawing and reheating.
But, also, as I've mentioned on my blog more than once, there are other ways the rest of the family—not just a grown-up partner in crime—can share the dinner load. The kids can go through the recipe lineup section and pick out the recipes that appeal to them the most. (Actually, that's a nonnegotiable part of the plan.) Your kids or your noncooking partner can make a point to say, "Remember those shrimp rolls we had at the beach? Let's try that!" Your son can answer the "What do you feel like for dinner?" question with something other than pasta with butter. Anyone in the family can set the table, clear the table, unload the dishwasher, and place a bottle of ketchup on the table. I call this whole effort not "Making Dinner," but "Making Dinner Happen." Enlist the family, whoever that may be (sitter, kids, boyfriend, dogwalker), and make it happen.
Whenever you decide to start your 30-Day program, make sure to carve out a moment to officially announce it to the family. Think of yourself like the late Steve Jobs launching a new Apple product. At this announcement, I suggest you not tell them the truth—that if you have to serve or eat one more soggy quesadilla dipped in ketchup, you might take the dog out for a walk one day and never come home. What you should do is, first, build the suspense a little. Before school drop-off, you'll say, just as they're about to shut the car door, "Your dad and I have some exciting news for you when you get home." Or, even better, you'll drop a few hints every day leading up to the announcement. "Oh, this is going to come in handy for that adventure we are planning … oh, did I say adventure? You'll be hearing about that later." Smile. Wink. Wink.
e: Any incentive that weakens your bribees at the knees.
Tell them the whole goal of this is to make everyone happy and excited about what they're eating. Assure them that there will be no [fill in the blank with something your kid detests]. But tell them also that there will be something new on the table every night and that part of the deal is that they have to try a bite of every one of those things. They don't have to love that bite, or even like it, but they must try it without fighting or whining. This is very important. Every night you debut something new at the table successfully, it's a huge boost for everyone. So you do not want to mess around with this rule. Also good to keep in mind: No one has to love anything. Hearing "I like it" or even "Not bad" is major progress. Remember: We're dealing with kids here. Success is relative! | three freaking weeks to write it? No teething? No witching hours? No train running late? No meltdown over who gets the green one and who gets the red one? No car-pool coordinating that would make an air traffic controller look lazy? No recitals, games, playdates, meetings, parent observation days at ballet that sounded so sweet and precious until the day you have to figure out how to hang up on your client in order to get there?
I'm sorry if this sounds harsh, but you're not going to find it. And even if you did, that's not the kind of month you want anyway. Because what exactly are you proving if you cook every night for thirty days with no pressure and no stress? What are you learning? It would be like preparing for a white-water-rafting trip by loung | 169 |
Madison Children's<|fim_middle|>354-0535. | Museum Ranked as a Top Children's Museum Nationwide in USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice Award
Contact: Jonathan Zarov, (608) 335-2783; jzarov@madisonchildrensmuseum.org
MADISON, Wis. –– USAToday/10Best announced that Madison Children's Museum ranked in the top 10 in the 2020 USA Today/10Best Readers' Choice travel award contest for the Best Children's Museum. Initial nominations—comprising 20 museums—were made by an expert panel of travel journalists from around the country and then voted upon by the public to determine who would make the top 10. The winners were revealed in an announcement on February 28, 2020.
"We're focused on providing fun opportunities for creative, open-ended play—the kind that connects kids and their caregivers, whether they are babies in the First-Time Parent Membership program or school-age kids coming to our spring break STEM activities. But it's great to take a breath, stop, and appreciate that our work is recognized." said Deb Gilpin, president and CEO of the museum."As one of the smallest museums and metro areas in the rankings, we are particularly pleased. We beat out some very stiff competition from excellent museums. We're grateful that our members, visitors, donors, and partners rallied to vote for us."
The top ten winners are as follows:
1. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis
2. City Museum
3. The Magic House
4. Kohl Children's Museum
5. Children's Museum of Houston
6. Museum of Discovery
7. Children's Museum of Pittsburgh
8. Children's Museum of Denver
9. The Strong Museum
10. Madison Children's Museum
Madison Children's Museum is consistently ranked as a top 10 children's museum in various national rankings across its nearly 40 years of operation and ranks top of category in many local polls. See a list of award highlights.
The museum is currently preparing for special programming during area school spring breaks, and encourages the community to come discover, or be reminded, why the museum is ranked as one of the best in the country.
MADISON CHILDREN'S MUSEUM:
Connects children with their families, their community and the world beyond through creative learning and discovery play
Strives to make all families feel welcome, valued, and included by living the ideals of Access, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Is a community hub for children and families from every corner of Madison, and serves more than 200,000 visitors per year
Is a community partner and gateway for families to access and participate in other cultural institutions and community programs
Founded in 1980, the museum's hands-on exhibits and programs celebrate and encourage children's imaginations and the power of play as cornerstones of learning. The museum is a proud recipient of the 2011 National Medal for Museum Service from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. To learn more, visit MadisonChildrensMuseum.org, call (608) 256-6445, and follow on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
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Working as a medical transcriptionist (MT) is very popular for those looking for work flexibility, since much of the work can be conducted from home.If you are interested in becoming a medical transcriptionist, below are the requirements for the<|fim_middle|> to telecommute and have home based medical transcription jobs. If you are interested in a home based medical transcription job, and you currently have a position as an MT, you may consider talking to your employer about any telecommuting opportunities available. If you are just beginning a career as an MT, but want to have a home based position, several websites and online databases list job resources and openings for medical transcriptionists.
Medical transcription is a fast-growing field that is very popular among home based workers. As with any other profession, certain requirements must be met in order to secure a job as an MT. Requirements include specific skills and abilities, and educational and training requirements. Many MT's also make the personal choice to become certified or registered medical transcriptionists or to establish themselves as home based MT's. | job.
Medical transcription training is available for those who recently decided to pursue a MT career, but it is also available to those who wish to continue to develop their MT education and skills. Many websites offer online training courses and tutorials that you can participate in from the comfort of your own home. In addition, numerous colleges, community colleges, universities, and vocational schools offer medical transcription classes and training.
Medical transcription is a profession that encompasses technology, grammar, spelling, writing, and medical terminology. These are areas of study that are constantly changing, so staying up-to-date on the latest skills and methods is essential. For newcomers to the profession, it may be beneficial to participate in an internship or practicum shadowing an established medical transcriptionist.
Being a certified MT is not necessary to obtain a job as a medical transcriptionist. MT's typically make a personal choice as to whether they would like to become certified or not. The only formal educational requirement to become a medical transcriptionist is a high school diploma. The Association for Healthcare Documentation Integrity (AHDI) offers testing to become a Certified Medical Transcriptionist (CMT), or a Registered Medical Transcriptionist (RMT). Many believe that obtaining certifications like these will lead to better business opportunities. However, choosing not to become certified or registered does not mean that your skill set is less valued in comparison to someone with a few extra letters after their name.
Many hospitals, healthcare facilities, and physicians in private practice allow MT's | 296 |
Croeso! As Headteacher, it is my pleasure to welcome you all to the website of Garnteg Primary School.
Garnteg Primary School is situated on the outskirts of the town of Pontypool in the borough of Torfaen, South Wales. The school was built in 1995. The school has very strong links with the local<|fim_middle|> Authority, local community, parents and staff.
We endeavour to ensure that we provide opportunities for all pupils to have an enjoyable, flying start, filled with new experiences. Pupils explore learning in a variety of ways, both indoor and outdoor, being exposed to the wider community. They are engaged and challenged in their learning using a range of teaching strategies, skills and up-to-date learning resources. We create a communal family in which everyone feels safe, included and welcomed. We promote healthy values and ethos, encouraging pupil participation in a range of activities, providing a wide variety of support for pupils and their families. All children are exposed to the same opportunities and encouraged to become enterprising individuals.
At Garnteg Primary we are very proud to be a Pioneer school, supporting the Welsh Government in creating a new curriculum for Wales. As part of our pioneer journey we have developed our own personalised curriculum in conjunction with pupils, staff and governors called 'Climb to Sparkle'.
We are passionate in our belief that school should be about more than just academic achievement. We work together to develop ambitious, capable learners who are ready to learn throughout their lives and be citizens of Wales and the world.
We hope that you enjoy your visit to our website and that you find any information you are looking for. Please feel free to contact the school with any queries you may have. Thank you for visiting! | community and is a vibrant and exciting place to work and learn, serving the area of Garndiffaith and Abersychan. Our policies and practices are informed by Torfaen County Borough Council and are ratified by our board of Governors. The governing body represents the Local | 56 |
We look forward to seeing you on September 15th in the<|fim_middle|> ticket price will be provided to the artists and the other half will be distributed through Everwood's Aspiring Artists Fund. The Fund provides grants to arts-focused teachers in Barron, Dunn, Pepin, Pierce, Polk and St. Croix counties for projects that spark wonder and talent in their young, aspiring artists. Everwood reveals a recipient(s) at each performance. Since 2010, Everwood has donated almost $18,000 to local school programs. | barn!
Everwood Farmstead Foundation continues its 7th season of the Artist Series with the premiere of Duets featuring tap dancer Kaleena Miller with JT Bates (drums), Cody McKinney (bass), and Bryan Nichols (piano) on Saturday, September 15th.
"Duets" is a new work from tap dancer Kaleena Miller with renowned Twin Cities musicians JT Bates (drums), Cody McKinney (bass), and Bryan Nichols (piano). Together these extraordinary collaborators explore a diverse range of sound and texture, sophisticated rhythms and counterpoint, and the influence of sound on movement and movement on sound. Duets is a remarkable work of musicality and virtuosity at its finest.
Kaleena Miller is co-director of the Twin Cities Tap Festival and director of Kaleena Miller Dance. She is a founding member of Rhythmic Circus, and toured extensively with the group from 2009-2017. She is a 2015 McKnight Dance Fellow and was named one of DANCE Magazine's "25 to Watch" in 2016. Kaleena has received funding from the Jerome Foundation and Minnesota State Arts Board, and has been commissioned to create work for the Walker Art Center.
JT Bates is a drummer, keeping time and playing songs with folks like Greg Brown, Erik Koskinen, Frankie Lee, Dead Man Winter, The Pines, Mason Jennings, Trampled by Turtles and Bon Iver. He is also a curator. The Jazz Implosion, now in its 17th year in the Twin Cities, has solidified modern and avant-garde music in the Twin Cities scene.
Cody McKinney is an award winning composer, sound artist, bassist, and educator. He has been commissioned by the Walker Art Center to perform original work alongside the legendary Merce Cunningham Dance Co. His work has been featured on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, ESPN, and VH1. Cody curated Reichfest!, a four week musical celebration of pioneering composer Steve Reich, and co-curates Sound/Simulacra, a monthly concert series at Jazz Central Studios.
Bryan Nichols is a pianist, composer, and educator based in Minneapolis. Often found playing jazz and improvised music, but at home in a variety of musical worlds, he leads and composes for his own trio, quintet and nonet. He is a recipient of a 2011 McKnight Fellowship for Performing Artists and a residency at the Kennedy Center for Betty Carter's Jazz Ahead program. Bryan released an album of original solo piano work in 2016, titled Looking North, a follow-up to his quintet album of 2011, Bright Places.
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Safety, Security, and Everything in Between
with Rusty Ringler
Why 'firm, fair and consistent' works in inmate management
Remaining firm, fair, and consistent in managing inmates has stood the test of time
Successful officers are those committed to being consistently firm and consistently fair.
For decades, one of the basic principles taught to correctional officers has been to "always remain firm, fair and consistent." As trends in corrections have changed and new approaches to managing inmates emerged, this one foundational rule seems to be as valuable today as it was 40 years ago.
There has been concern expressed, however, by those who feel that, as we learn more about mental illness and other cognitive disorders, officers should deviate from the firm, fair and consistent approach.
Developing a consistent work personality can define your reputation as an officer for the duration of a career. (Photo/Pixabay)
What does 'firm, fair and consistent' really mean?
Evidence shows that different inmates respond differently to various management and communication approaches. These differences can be based on variables ranging from an offender's gender to their level of cognitive functioning and mental health status to their trauma history. Frequently, individuals respond to supervision differently based on their own unique personality and personal history. This fact is not exclusive to inmates or to corrections.
Those with more than one child can attest to the fact that each child is unique and each may require a different approach when it comes to discipline, communication and motivation.
Still there are those who feel that a firm, fair and consistent attitude somehow contradicts a philosophy of targeted and fluid approach to supervision. These people likely picture an officer who is rigid, unwavering and who lacks creativity in problem solving. In reality, however, the opposite is true.
Officers who are firm, fair, and consistent frequently have several things in common. It's important to define the term and what it is about the approach that enables it to stand the test of time.
The term "firm" is likely where the confusion begins. A simple internet search of the definition of "firm" reveals that it refers to "being solid or unyielding." With this in mind, it's no wonder why some view firm, fair and consistent as being a style that does not support a more dynamic and fluid method of supervision. It's important to note however, that "firm" can also refer to an "attitude showing resolute determination and strength of character."
The "firm" in firm, fair and consistent refers to officers who are resolute in their commitment to doing the right thing. Officers should come to work each day, committed to doing the job that the public expects of them. This means enforcing rules and laws, following proper procedures and serving as an effective role model. They should not be swayed, persuaded, or intimidated by offenders (or staff) and should stand firm in their resolve and commitment to doing the right thing.
Being "fair" is meant to compliment "firm" rather than contradict it. Being fair does not mean managing every offender and every situation exactly the same, using the same approach, and certainly does not suggest being a pushover. Instead, it refers to giving every offender the same opportunity or a fair baseline from which to start, depending on the offender in question. A fair approach to managing offenders would include fairly exercising discretion, fairly administering discipline, and not allowing personal bias to prejudice decision-making.
The "consistent" aspect is perhaps the most encompassing and involved component of firm, fair and consistent. The consistency needed to effectively supervise offenders begins the moment that you walk into your facility. Have you left your personal problems at home? Are you in a bad mood? The answers to these and other questions can determine the approach you take when supervising offenders.
Developing a consistent work personality can define your reputation as an officer for the duration of a career.
The larger aspect of "consistent" encompasses the first two: firm and fair. Officers should consistently remain firm and fair in their supervision and management approach. To be firm and fair one day and to be something different the next creates conflict among the offenders being supervised. For example, if inmates know that a particular officer consistently enforces a specific rule, they are less likely to act out when that rule is enforced. Compare this to an officer who never enforces a particular rule one day, then goes on a rampage the next day enforcing the rule as if it's "the crime of the century."
The "consistent" aspect is where many opponents of firm, fair, and consistent find the greatest area of dissent. Consistency suggests treating every situation exactly the same. This disparity should be clarified as this is not the intent of within the firm, fair, and consistent inmate management philosophy.
For example, an offender with extremely low cognitive functioning may break a rule simply not knowing any better or as a product of his cognitive disability. Another higher functioning inmate may willingly and knowingly break that same rule. If the objective of discipline is to correct behavior, then writing the same disciplinary report and administering the same sanction may not yield the same result with both offenders.
The chances are that if the first offender lacked the ability to understand the inappropriateness of the initial behavior, he's not likely to understand the purpose of the report and the connection with the subsequent discipline. It's possible that a more immediate and appropriate sanction may be better suited. The second offender, on the other hand, may better understand that his behavior ultimately led to the sanction that stripped him of some of his "good time."
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Not black and white
As those working in law enforcement and corrections understand, every decision is not black and white. There's an incredible amount of discretion involved when it comes to decision-making. The goal of officers is to exercise appropriate discretion and judgment in effectively managing offenders within our custody. Successful officers are those who are firm in their resolve and commitment to doing the right thing. Successful officers are those who are fair in assessing each situation, making decisions and administering sanctions.
Finally, successful officers are those who are committed to being consistently firm and consistently fair. The job of a corrections officer is one that is as complex as the human being. The key to being a successful corrections officer is being firm, fair and consistent.
Rusty is a law enforcement instructor. He began his career in 1997 working as a correctional officer at a men's medium security prison. While working in the prison, he also served as K-9 sergeant, lieutenant and captain. He was a member of the Correctional Emergency Response Team for 15 years and holds current law enforcement instructor certifications in defensive tactics, chemical agents and firearms. In 2013 he became a full-time academy instructor where he instructs courses in several topics within the field of corrections and law enforcement. Rusty received his Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice Administration from Bellevue University and completed graduate work at Fort Hayes State University. Rusty can be contacted by email.
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Christopher Walken (Queens, New York, 1943. március 31. –) Oscar- és BAFTA-díjas amerikai színész, színházi előadó.
Az Oscar-díjat A szarvasvadász (1978) című filmben alakított szerepéért kapta. Eddigi filmes karrierje során igen termékeny volt, hiszen már több mint 100 filmben szerepelt: olyan nagy sikerű művekben, mint az Annie Hall, A holtsáv, a Batman visszatér, a Tiszta románc, a Ponyvaregény, Az Álmosvölgy legendája, a Kapj el, ha tudsz.
A Saturday Night Live gyakori vendég házigazdája volt, szerepelt Madonna és Fatboy Slim videóklipjeiben, valamint színpadon eljátszotta Fülöp királyt Az oroszlán télen és Jack Huntert A tetovált rózsa című darabokban.
Fiatalkora és családja
Ronald Walken néven született a New York-i Queensben, 1943. március 31-én. Apja, Paul Walken (eredeti nevén Wälken, Vesztfáliából származott), aki sütödét működtetett, nagyon szerette volna, ha fiai is a pék szakmát vitték volna tovább. Anyja Rosaline Russell (született Glasgowban) viszont úgy vélte, hogy mindhárom fiában tehetség lakozik, amelyet nem szabad kárba veszni, így testvéreihez (Glenn Walken, Ken Walken) hasonlóan ő is táncleckéket vett, és már tízévesen feltűnt különböző tévéshow-kban és rendszeres résztvevője volt a The Wonderful John Acton című sitcom sorozatnak. Ekkortájt vette észre Jerry Lewis, mikor Ronald ott ült a nézőtéren a The Colgate Comedy Hour felvételén, pont mikor Lewis volt a show vendégszereplője. A felvétel után Lewis váltott pár szót a kis Walkennel, akit teljesen lenyűgözött, s végleg eldöntötte, hogy ő is színész lesz.
Ronald 14 évesen állt először profi fotós fényképezőgép elé két kismacskával együtt: egy naptár számára készült a kép. Walkent cseppet sem zavarta, hogy két cicával kell pózolnia, ugyanis a következő nyári szünetben az ottani cirkuszba szegődött el, mint az oroszlánszelídítő segédje, és később úgy emlékezett vissza a nagymacskával való munkára, hogy az oroszlán öreg volt, és roppant tanulékony. Ronald és testvérei a New York-i Professional Children's School növendékei lettek, majd 1961-ben elszakadt testvéreitől és beiratkozott a Hofstra Egyetemre. Ezután alig egy évvel később szerepet kapott a Best Food Forward című Broadway-musicalben, amelynek sztárja egykori osztálytársa, Liza Minnelli volt. A színész nagyon büszke rá, hogy Liza tizenhatodik születésnapján táncolhatott osztálytársnője anyjával, a híres Judy Garlanddal is.
Rádöbbent, hogy a musical világa jobban érdekeli, mint a tanulás, így kimaradt az egyetemről, és a következő években számos zenés játékban lépett fel. De nemcsak New Yorkban szerepelt, hanem gyakran turnézott is a társulatokkal. 1964-ben a West Side Storyval lépett fel különböző városokban, ekkor találkozott Georgianne Thon színésznővel, aki kiváló táncos volt. Találkozgatni kezdtek, majd 1969-ben összeházasodtak és máig boldog házasságban élnek. 1965-ben Walken egy revüben szerepelt, amelynek sztárja Monique Van Doren volt, aki megállapította, hogy a fiatalember cseppet sem úgy fest, mint egy Ronald, inkább Christophernek tűnik. Walken megfogadta a tanácsot, és felvette az ajánlott keresztnevet.
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A kezdetek
Christopher Walken először gyerekstatisztaként tűnt fel különböző show-kban és sor<|fim_middle|> című mozijában hívta fel magára, melyben egy bohém szépfiút alakított. Woody Allen Annie Halljában (1977) Duane-t, Annie öngyilkosságra hajlamos fivérét játszotta, de az igazi áttörést Nick szerepe jelentette Michael Cimino filmjében A szarvasvadászban (1978). A filmben egy acélgyári-munkást kellett alakítania, aki a vietnámi háború után teljesen megsemmisült érzelmileg. Walken rákészült a szerepre, hogy soványan jelenjen meg, egy hétig csak banánt és rizst evett. A fáradozásaiért meg is lett a jutalma, Oscar-díjban részesült a legjobb férfi mellékszereplő kategóriában. Walken neve egyre ismertebb lett, a szóbeszéd szerint Harrison Ford mögött ő volt George Lucas második jelöltje Han Solo szerepére a Csillagok háborújában (1977).
1980-as évek
Walken az 1980-as évek elején ismét Ciminóval dolgozott együtt A mennyország kapuja című filmben (1980), amely ugyan közönségsikert aratott, de a kritikusok tetszését egyáltalán nem nyerte el. Christopher minden filmjébe igyekezett egy kis táncjelenetet is belevinni, akár szerepelt a forgatókönyvben, akár nem, a Filléresőben (1981) azonban a rossz-fiú szerepében színészi és táncosi tehetségét egyaránt megcsillogtathatta, a kritikusok kellemes meglepetésére. Az Agyhalál (1984) című filmben Natalie Wood mellett (egy jelentéktelen jelenet erejéig) feleségével, Georgianne Walkennek is együtt játszott. A komédia után thriller következett, Stephen King: A holtsáv (1983) című regényéből készült filmben egy férfit alakít, aki öt év kómából felébredve lassan rájön, hogy olyan természetfeletti képességgel rendelkezik, amellyel meglátható a jövő. A színészt megkedvelték a kritikusok is, bár A szarvasvadász után nem tudott akkora sikert elérni, mint az említett Cimino-filmben. 1985-ben eljátszotta a James Bond-filmek egyik fő gonoszát, Max Zorint, a 007 – Halálvágtában (1985). A film kedvéért befestette a haját, hogy eredeti nácinak tűnjön. Ezután egy televízió-tudósítót a Halálzónában (1987), mely a kritikusok figyelmét is megszerezte. Christopher az 1980-as évek végén többször is játszott katona szerepeket; A milagrói babháborúban (1988) Kyril Montanát, a Biloxi Bluesban (1988) pedig egy különc gyakorlóőrmestert alakított. Az 1980-as évek végét egy önéletrajzi filmmel fejezte be, az Idegenek áldozatában, melyben Whitley Strieber írót alakította, akinek egy éjszaka földönkívüli lények hatolnak be a házába.
1990-es évek
Walken az 1990-es évek elején mind a közönség, mind a kritikusok szempontjából két érdektelen filmben szerepelt; Helen Mirrennel az Idegenek Velencében (1990) és Laurence Fishburne-nel a New York királyában (1990). De Walkent sosem zavarta, mivel saját bevallása szerint egyszerűen szeret dolgozni akár színpadon, akár kamera előtt, és éppen ezért olyan filmekben is szerepet vállal, amelyek nem kecsegtettek kasszasikerrel. 1991-ben Glenn Close-zal szerepelt a Feleség kerestetik (1991) című TV-filmben, melyért Close-t és őt Emmy-díjra jelölték. A közönség is megszerette, így további két rész is készült belőle; A szél ellenében (1993), A tél vége (1999). Walken visszatért a negatív karakterekhez, méghozzá a Batman visszatérben (1992) Max Screcket, a milliárdos gazembert alakította Michael Keaton, Danny DeVito és Michelle Pfeiffer mellett. Következő filmjében Quentin Tarantinóval dolgozott együtt a Tiszta románcban, olyan színészek mellett, mint Christian Slater, Gary Oldman, Patricia Arquette, Dennis Hopper, Val Kilmer, Brad Pitt és Samuel L. Jackson. Tarantino a következő filmjében is szerepeltette Walkent, a Ponyvaregényben, melyben mindössze öt percig volt látható, de olyan nagyszerűen játszott benne, hogy az a film egyik kultjelenete lett. Az 1995-ös év igen mozgalmasra sikeredett számára, hét filmet is készített, ezek: Menekülés a pokolból, Vad oldal, Kutass és rombolj, Leszámolás Denverben, Angyalok háborúja, Celluloid és Holtidő (1995), ez utóbbi Johnny Depp-pel. 1996-ban gengszterként próbálta ki magát, Bruce Willis oldalán Az utolsó emberigben (1996) és még ugyanebben az évben szinkronhangot is vállalt a Ripperben és a Privateer 2.: The Darkeningben (1996).
Walken a drámák mellett vígjátékokban is szerepel, jó példa erre az Egértanya (1997), amiben egy egérirtót ('Exterminátor') alakít és a Csapás a múltból (1999) című film, amelyben egy lökött tudóst, aki a kubai rakétaválság idején elhatározza, hogy várandós feleségével a kert végében épített földalatti betonbunkerban vészeli át a válság miatt biztosan kitörő háborút, és az ezzel járó radioaktív sugárzás hatásait. Az 1990-es évek végét Johnny Depp-pel Az Álmosvölgy legendájával (1999) fejezte be, mint a 'hesseni fej nélküli lovas.
2000 után
A millenniumi év után szerepelt Az arkangyal szárnyalásában (Az angyalok háborúja 3.), mely Walken számára a befejező része volt (ezután további két rész készült), és részt vett a Fatboy Slim, Weapon of Choice szám klipjében is. 2002-ben (huszonhárom év után) ismét a legjobb férfi mellékszereplőnek járó Oscar-díjra jelölték a Kapj el, ha tudsz!-ban nyújtott alakításáért, és ugyanebben a kategóriában A házimaci (2002) és a Gengszter románc (2003) szerepe miatt Arany Málna díjra is javasolták – igaz, ez a díj a legrosszabb alakítás minősítést jelenti. Az Amazonas kincsében (2003) Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson és Seann William Scott pozitív figurái mellett megint rosszfiút alakít és a Kenguru Jackben (2003) is negatív oldalát mutatja be. 2004-ben inkább mellékszerepeket vállalt olyan sztárok mellett, mint Denzel Washington, A tűzben edzett férfiben (2004), Jack Blackkel és Ben Stillerrel az Irigy kutyában (2004), Nicole Kidman-nel és Glenn Close-zal az A stepfordi feleségekben (2004), de a főszerepek is megtalálták, mint pl. Michael Caine mellett A kanyaron túlban (2004), mely Walken számára kritikus elismerést is nyert.
A legutóbbi filmjeiben Adam Sandlerrel volt látható a Távkapcsban (2006) és John Travoltával dolgozott együtt a Hajlakkban (2007). Ír maffiózót alakít a Nem írnek való vidék-ben, majd 2012-ben szerepelt A Late Quartet-ben és a Seven Psychopaths című filmekben.
Színházi karrierje
Walken már kilencévesen fellépett a színház deszkáin, a The Climate of Eden-ben (1952). Tánctudását is megmutatta az Alvin Színházban a J.B. (1964) című előadáson. 1965-ben már a Broadway-en lépett fel, méghozzá kilenc hónapig a Baker Street (1965) című darabban, de játszott olyan nagy előadásokon, mint Az oroszlán télenben (1966) Fülöp, francia királyt, a Tetovált rózsában (1966) Jack Huntert, A velencei kalmárban (1973) Bassaniot vagy Chance Wayne-t, Az ifjúság édes madarában (1975). Majdnem egy évig játszotta el Mickey-t a Zűrzavarban (1984) (a filmadaptációban Kevin Spacey alakította).
Mire betöltötte a hatvanadik évét, Walken már megírt, megrendezett egy off-Broadway vígjátékot, a Himet (1995), amelynek a főszerepét is eljátszotta, mint Elvis Presley. 2000-ben James Joyce adaptációjában a The Deadben (2000), Walkent Tony-díjra jelölték a legjobb férfi főszereplő – musical kategóriában. 2001-ben láthatta a közönség a Sirály-ban (2001), majd A Behanding in Spokane-ben, melyért ismét Tony-díjra jelölték.
Megjelenései a Saturday Night Live-ban
Walkent többször is meghívták a Saturday Night Live-ba, mint meghívott házigazdát. Először 1990. január 20-án ajánlották fel, amit Walken elvállalt, meghívott sztárja Bonnie Raitt volt. További olyan sztárokkal ült le, mint Joan Osbourne, Christina Aguilera vagy a Weezer együttes. Ezen kívül még tekintélyes tagja a SNL, Five Timers Club-nak.
Magánélete
Walken 1969 óta él boldog házasságban Georgianne Walkennel (születési név: Thon), aki casting rendezőként dolgozott olyan filmekben, mint a Törtetők (2004) és a Maffiózók (1999). Jelenleg Connecticutban élnek, gyermekük nincs. Walken egy interjúban azt mondta, hogy a gyermek hiánya részben az oka termékeny karrierjének.
Érdekességek
Harrison Ford után ő volt George Lucas második jelöltje Han Solo szerepére a Csillagok háborújában (1977) (rajta kívül Nick Nolte-ra és Al Pacinóra gondoltak).
Kirabolták a velencei repülőtéren és az Az angyalok háborúja 2. forgatásán (szövegkönyv, szemüveg, kulcsok, vezetői engedély és $100). Később mindent megtaláltak a pénz kivételével.
Megfontolták, hogy ő játssza a Másodikat a Szőr Austin Powers: Őfelsége titkolt ügynöke (1997) című filmben és Jack Sparrow kapitány szerepét A Karib-tenger kalózaiban (2003).
A Premiere Magazin Nick Chevotarevich karakterét a Minden idők 100 legnagyszerűbb alakítás közül a 88. helyre sorolta.
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CineVegas Nemzetközi Filmfesztivál (2005) – Tisztelet-díj
ShoWest Egyezmény (2003) – Az év mellékszereplője
USA Filmfesztivál (2005) – Artista Gála-díj
Gotham-díj (1995) – Színész-díj
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New York-iak | ozatokban, mígnem megismerkedett a The Colgate Comedy Hour felvételén Jerry Lewis-szel. Walken eldöntötte, hogy színész lesz. Ezután rendszeresen szerepelt (már 10 évesen), a The Wonderful John Acton sitcom sorozatban és más sorozat egy-egy epizódjában is megjelent. Húsz év után megjelent egy TV-filmben, a The Three Musketeers-ben (1969) és még ugyanebben az évben a filmvásznon is debütálni tudott a Me and My Brothers-ben (1969).
1964-ben egy barátja javaslatára a Ronald nevét megváltoztatta Christopher-re.
1970-es évek
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The Present is Now and, in fact, as soon as "it is," it becomes "it was," so much that one feels it did not exist, as a continuum. Not only daily life needs lead the mind's pathways and actions; the human being requires justifying them, too.
—Arthur Schopenhauer, The World as Will and Representation [2]
Arthur Schopenhauer (1788–1860), a transcendental German philosopher, is best known for his 1818 work The World as Will and Representation, or in German, Die Welt als Wille und Vorstellung (expanded in 1844), wherein he characterizes the phenomenal world as the product of a blind and insatiable metaphysical will [1]. Such a phenomenal world is the world as it appears to human beings, who are structured by their own understanding. It is the world as experienced, as opposed to the world of things-in-themselves. In turn, the metaphysical will tries to explain the fundamental nature of being and the world of experience. For this reason, it is never precisely defined in contingent terms (i.e., things likely but not certain to happen); in simpler words, it refers to first principles. Summarizing (and it deserves to be said in five languages to better emphasize its meaning),
The world manifests itself as a representation of the authentic reality given by the will.
Die Welt zeigt sich als Vorstellung der wahren Wirklichkeit durch den Willen gegeben.
El mundo se manifiesta como representación de la realidad auténtica dada por la voluntad.
Il mondo si manifesta come rappresentazione della vera realtà data dalla volontà.
Le monde apparaît comme une représentation de la vraie réalité compte tenu de la volonté.
Overview: Schopenhauer and His Work
The main objective of this article, as its title suggests, is to find in Schopenhauer's momentous opera magna, already more than 150 years old, any element historically and/or epistemologically related to the current concepts of bioengineering or biomedical engineering and/or biotechnology [2]. We have used only concepts and ideas put forward by Schopenhauer in the first 16 chapters of Volume 1. The rest, including Volume 2, was not deemed pertinent to our objective, with the author going into deep and difficult philosophical matters that would have taken us away from this much more modest intent.
Chapter 1 states that "the world is my representation." It is what I think or feel it is, and such thought means that philosophical discernment has appeared in me. However, I do not really know what the world or the parts forming it really are. Thereafter, Schopenhauer divides the representation into object and subject. Everything is object in relation to the subject, the perceiver: the world is representation, Vostellung. Besides, there is also transcendental ideality within this setting, that is,
something surpassing, or superior
something being beyond ordinary or common experience, thought, or belief
something abstract or metaphysical
something beyond the contingent or accidental, but not beyond human knowledge.
Transcendental idealism is a term applied to the epistemology of the 18th century German philosopher Immanuel Kant (1724–1804), who held that the human self, or transcendental ego, constructs knowledge out of sense impressions. Moreover, a man or a woman can say, "The world is my will." And the world is the knowable. At the end of Chapter 1, Schopenhauer writes, "On one side, the world is entirely representation; on the other, it is entirely will." Yes, will, because I or you or someone else does want to know about the object, but each of us is able only to get a mere representation of it.
Chapter 2 begins with a statement of double and ambiguous interpretation:
That which knows all things and is known by none is the subject. It is accordingly the supporter of the world, the universal condition of all that appears, of all objects, and is always presupposed; for whatever exists, exists only for the subject.
Two possible interpretations arise immediately:
It sounds like a description of a Supreme Being.
It sounds as if we all are, or each of us is, the one knowing all things (or thinking of knowing all things), but this is known by no one else; however, each of us is the subject. Obviously, then, we (the Earth's population) are the supporters of the world, and everything else points toward us as the subject.
The author adds, "Everyone finds himself/herself as this subject, yet only in so far as he/she knows, not in so far as he/she is object of knowledge." However, he underlines that the individual considers himself/herself only the subject, not the object. Therefore, we face two inseparable parts: one half is the object in space and time, and the other half is the subject, which does not lie in space and time, for it is whole and undivided in every representing being.
The latter part raises many doubts, especially regarding space, time, and lack of division. Hence, accepting the whole thought, a single one of these beings (each of us, or we as part of the world population), with the object, completes the world as representation just as fully as do the millions that exist. This sentiment bestows each person with an outstanding significance. (If one recalls the current advances regarding the universe, its many galaxies and systems, the previous statement sounds hugely egocentric and even comical or medieval.)
In Chapter 3, Schopenhauer stresses that "the intuitive and the abstract can be not only thought in the abstract, but also can be directly perceived." Here, a first tenuous relationship with bioengineering, biomedical engineering, and/or biotechnology is encountered because such an idea constitutes a fundamental characteristic within the latter areas, where intuition and abstraction must go hand in hand. Mathematics and physics strongly rest on such qualities, as do most of the disciplines concerned with the aforementioned fields. Time takes us to the past and the future, which are empty and unreal, for the present is only the boundary between the two. The present is now, and, in fact, as soon as "it is," it becomes "it was," so much that one feels it did not exist as a continuum. Thus, it was chosen as one of the epigraphs of the article.
The second one finds its answer more easily, more romantically, and, among many populations, in religious beliefs. Unfortunately, a not-insignificant human sector crossed the dangerous line of blind fanatic fundamentalism.
Who Was Arthur Schopenhauer?
Arthur Schopenhauer (pictured left) was born in Danzig, now Gdansk, Poland, in 1788, passing away in Frankfurt, Germany, in 1860. His father, Heinrich Floris Schopenhauer, was a rich businessman who later moved the family to Hamburg, when Danzig fell into the hands of Prussia, in 1793. His mother, Johanna Schopenhauer (née Trosiener), was a writer of relative fame, but she did not get along well with her son. However, the literary salon or hall she founded in Weimar offered the philosopher the chance of meeting several personalities, Goethe among them.
Against his wishes, Schopenhauer started a commercial career in 1805 forced by his father, whose death, apparently a suicide, allowed the son to get into Göttingen University as a medical student in 1809. However, reading Plato (c. 428 BCE–c. 348 BCE), Socrates' disciple, and Kant led him into philosophy. Already in Berlin in 1811, he began courses with Johann Gottlieb Fichte (1762–1814) and Friedrich Daniel Schleiermacher (1768–1834). Unfortunately, both found him deficient, although the causes were not clear, and for some time he moved away from philosophy. The Napoleonic campaigns were a good excuse for retiring to Rudolfstadt, a place where he produced his doctoral dissertation, On the Fourfold Root of the Principle of Sufficient Reason (Auf der vierfachen Wurzel des Grundsatzes der zureichenden Vernunft), at Jena University, published in 1813.
Afterward, he returned to Weimar, where he developed a close friendship with Goethe. His mother told him his doctoral book was incomprehensible and it was unlikely that anyone would ever buy a copy. In a fit of temper, Schopenhauer answered back that his work would be read long after the rubbish she wrote was totally forgotten. The incident further strained their relationship.
In fact, although the directors considered her novels of dubious quality, the Brockhaus Publishing firm held Johanna in high esteem because her books consistently sold well. Hans Brockhaus later recalled that when she brought the publisher her son's work, his "predecessors saw nothing in it, but wanted to please one of their best-selling authors." Later, in 1814, Schopenhauer began his seminal work The World as Will and Representation, which he finished in 1818 and Brockhaus published in December 1918 in Dresden. Today nobody remembers Johanna, but her son's works are in steady demand (and, at the time, contributed to Brockhaus's reputation), fully verifying Arthur's prediction [3].
Schopenhauer fathered, with a servant, an illegitimate daughter who was born and died the same year. In 1820, he became a lecturer at the University of Berlin. He scheduled his lectures to coincide with those of the famous philosopher Georg Wilhelm Hegel (1770–1831), whom Schopenhauer described as a "clumsy charlatan." Regrettably, only five students turned up for Schopenhauer's lectures, and he dropped out of academia. A late essay, "On University Philosophy," expressed his resentment toward the work conducted in academies. Of the universities we now have worldwide, perhaps most or, at least, many deserve similar criticism to a greater or lesser degrees, proving Schopenhauer's farsightedness.
While in Berlin, Schopenhauer was named as a defendant in a lawsuit initiated by a woman named Caroline Marquet. She asked for damages, alleging that Schopenhauer had pushed her. According to Schopenhauer's court testimony, she deliberately annoyed him by raising her voice while standing right outside his door. Marquet accused the philosopher of assaulting and striking her after she refused to leave his doorway. After Marquet won the lawsuit, Schopenhauer had to pay her regular installments for the next 20 years! When she died, he wrote on a copy of her death certificate, obit anus, abit onus (The old woman dies, the burden is lifted).
In 1819, the fortunes of his mother, sister, and himself were threatened by the failure of the firm in Danzig where his father had been a director and shareholder. His sister accepted a compromise compensation package of 70%, but Arthur angrily refused; eventually, he recovered a portion.
In 1821, he fell in love with a 19-year-old opera singer, Caroline Medon (real name Caroline Wilhelmine Richter, 1802– 1882). Medon came to Berlin around 1819 as a chorister at the Staatsoper Unter den Linden. It was there that she met Schopenhauer, probably in 1820 or spring 1821, when he lectured in Berlin. The on-and- off relationship, with many ups and downs between the two, lasted about ten years. The eternal bachelor Schopenhauer, however, mistrusted her, possibly with worries about her health and jealousy of the singer's other lovers; thus, no engagement or marriage ever came about. Besides, their relationship was characterized by almost permanent turmoil. She ultimately became successful as a soloist at the Königsstädtisches Theater.
Thereafter, when he was 43 years old, Schopenhauer took interest in Flora Weiss, a beautiful, spirited girl who had just turned 17. During a boating party, in an attempt to charm her, he smiled and offered her a bunch of white grapes. Weiss later confided in her diary, "I didn't want them. I felt revolted because old Schopenhauer had touched them, and so I let them slide, quite gently, into the water behind<|fim_middle|> (Odes) and Shakespeare's line from Cymbeline: King of Britain (1611), "Cowards father cowards, and base things sire base" [8]. Well, better restrain comments or judgments! In German- like fashion, Gut, besser Bemerkungen oder Urteile zurückhalten!
Mechanistically, Schopenhauer believed one inherits one's level of intellect through one's mother and personal character through one's father. This belief in the inheritability of traits informed Schopenhauer's view of love, placing it at the highest level of importance. What it all turns upon is nothing less than the composition of the next generation: "It is not the weal or woe [weh oder wehe] of any one individual but that of the human race to come, which is here at stake." This view of the importance for the species was reflected in his views on eugenics or good breeding. In this respect, Schopenhauer wrote,
With our knowledge of the complete unalterability both of character and of mental faculties, we are led to the view that a real and thorough improvement of the human race might be reached not so much from outside as from within, not so much by theory and instruction as rather by the path of generation. If we could castrate all scoundrels and stick all stupid geese in a convent, and give men of noble character a whole harem, and procure men, and indeed thorough men, for all girls of intellect and understanding, then a generation would soon arise which would produce a better age.
In another context, Schopenhauer reiterated his antidemocratic-eugenic thesis:
If you want Utopian plans, I would say, the only solution to the problem is the despotism of the wise and noble members of a genuine aristocracy, a genuine nobility, achieved by mating the most magnanimous men with the cleverest and most gifted women.
Comments … better let us leave them out. Can the reader imagine the reactions that any of these concepts, stated so casually, would trigger in this 21st century?
Schopenhauer was very concerned about the welfare of animals. For him, all individual animals, including humans, are essentially the same, being phenomenal manifestations of the one underlying Will. The word will designated, for him, force, power, impulse, energy, and desire; it is the closest word we have that can signify both the real essence of all external things and our own direct, inner experience. Since every living thing possesses will, then humans and animals are fundamentally the same and can recognize themselves in each other.
For this reason, Schopenhauer claimed that a good person would have sympathy for animals, our fellow sufferers. Compassion for animals is intimately associated with goodness of character, and it may be confidently asserted that he who is cruel to living creatures cannot be a good human. The assumption that animals are without rights, along with the illusion that our treatment of them has no moral significance, is a positively outrageous example of Western crudity and barbarity. Universal compassion is the only guarantee of morality. In 1841, Schopenhauer praised the establishment in London of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and the Animals' Friends Society in Philadelphia.
Eventual Success
Schopenhauer grew into one of the greatest pessimists in the history of philosophy. "Life is a sorry business," he declared. Yet, he concluded, "I have resolved to spend it reflecting upon it." One day, on an excursion to the countryside, a male friend suggested they should attempt to make the acquaintance of women. Schopenhauer quashed the plan, arguing that "life is so short, questionable and evanescent that it is not worth the trouble of major effort." In 1833, having failed in love, academia, and publishing, Schopenhauer moved to a modest apartment in Frankfurt am Main. His closest relationships began to be with a succession of poodles, whom he felt had a gentleness and humility humans lacked (Figure 4).
Figure 4: A caricature of Schopenhauer and one of his beloved poodles. (Image by Wilhelm Busch.)
Then, in 1851, he published a selection of essays and aphorisms, Parerga and Paralipomena (Greek for "appendices" and "omissions," respectively), a collection of philosophical reflections compiled for those who had already embraced philosophy. The collection is divided into two volumes: the parerga and, thereafter, the paralipomena to that philosophy (read, "his philosophy") [9]. To the author's surprise, the book became a bestseller and soon his fame spread across Europe. Lectures on his philosophy began to be offered at the universities of Bonn, Breslau, and Jena. He even received fan mail. "After one has spent a long life in insignificance and disregard, they come at the end with drums and trumpets" was his response, but he also felt satisfaction.
Most importantly, Schopenhauer underlines what he termed the will to life, defined as an inherent drive within human beings to stay alive and have children. Such will to life leads even committed depressives to fight for survival when they are threatened by a shipwreck or grave illness. It ensures that the most cerebral, career-minded individuals will be seduced by the sight of gurgling infants or, if they remain unmoved, that they will be likely to conceive a child anyway and love it fiercely on arrival. The romantic dominates life because "what is decided by it is nothing less than the composition of the next generation … the existence and special constitution of the human race in times to come."
Nonetheless, one of the most profound mysteries of love is "why him, why her?" Why, of all the possible candidates, did our desire settle so strongly on this creature; why did we come to treasure them above all others when their dinner conversation was not always the most enlightening nor their habits the most appealing? Love is nothing but the conscious manifestation of the will to life's discovery of an ideal coparent. "There is something quite peculiar to be found in the deep, unconscious seriousness with which two young people of opposite sex regard each other when they meet for the first time, the searching and penetrating glance they cast at each other," he wrote.
And what is the will to life seeking through such examination? The will to life must ensure that the next generation will be psychologically and physiologically fit enough to survive in a hazardous world, and so it seeks that children be well proportioned in limb (neither too short nor too tall, too fat nor thin) and stable of mind (neither too timid nor too reckless, neither too cold nor too emotional). No doubt, and unfortunately, all these selection concepts sound as prophetic philosophical preface to Nazism. Such a theory of attraction led Schopenhauer to a conclusion so woeful, namely, that a person who is highly suitable for his child is almost never suitable. Many romantic "love at first sight" scenarios would be instantly shattered into pieces!
The will to life's ability to further its own ends rather than our happiness may, Schopenhauer's theory implies, be sensed with particular clarity in the strong desire to spend a few minutes alone in the kitchen that frequently befalls people immediately after making love: "Has it not been observed how after copulation the devil's laughter is heard." There is no need to hate ourselves. One day we will come across someone who can find us wonderful and who will feel exceptionally natural and open with us.
"There is only one inborn error, and that is the notion that we exist in order to be happy," he wrote. "So long as we persist in this error, the world seems to us full of contradictions and disappointment." However, there is probably one advantage. We may have to fight for survival and hunt for partners and have children, but we can, in addition, go to the theater, the opera, and the concert hall; in bed in the evenings, we can read novels, philosophy books, and epic poems: it is in these activities that Schopenhauer located a supreme source of relief from the demands of the will to life. What we encounter in works of art and philosophy are objective versions of our own pains and struggles. We may be obliged to continue burrowing underground, but, through creative works, we can at least acquire moments of insight into our woes, which spare us feelings of alarm and isolation (even persecution) at being afflicted by them. In their different ways, art and philosophy help us, in Schopenhauer's words, to turn pain into knowledge. We must, between periods of digging in the dark, endeavor always to transform our tears into knowledge.
Schopenhauer's Concepts Most Related to Bioengineering
In Chapter 9, Volume I, page 42 (see [2]), Schopenhauer states that "concepts can be called representations of representations," and such reflection needs to be stressed as essential. Five cases come up that directly link Schopenhauer's philosophy to bioengineering, biomedical engineering, and biotechnology.
Case 1: This is the case when two concepts are equal in all respects, that is, when there is full superposition; for example, ruminants and cloven-hoof animals. Ruminantia are large grazing mammals, such as cattle, goats, sheep, deer, and antelope. They employ foregut fermentation. They digest food in two steps, chewing and swallowing in the normal way to begin with and then regurgitating the semidigested cud to rechew it and thus extract the maximum possible food value. A cloven-hoof, cleft-hoof, or split-hoof animal has hoofs split into two toes. They are members of the order Artiodactyla (cattle, deer, antelopes, gazelles, goats, and sheep).
Obviously, this is the simplest case, similar to the statement saying that any object or element is equal to itself, called the identity principle. In logic, the law of identity (LOI) is the first of the three classical laws of thought: each thing is identical to itself, be it universal or particular, and is composed of its own unique set of characteristic qualities, or features, which the ancient Greeks called its essence. That is,
a = a, or, for all x, x = x. (1)
In logical discourse, violations of the LOI result in the informal logical fallacy known as equivocation. That is, we cannot use the same term in the same discourse while having it signify different meanings, even though often different meanings are conventionally prescribed to that term. In everyday language, violations of the LOI introduce ambiguity into the discourse, making it difficult to form an interpretation at the desired level of specificity. Disambiguation refers to the removal of ambiguity by making something clear; disambiguation narrows down the meaning of words and hence distinguishes between different meanings of words [10].
Case 2: The sphere of one concept wholly includes that of another (Figure 5). The large set of animals A contains the smaller set of horses H, or of any other specific group.
Figure 5: The set of horses (H) is obviously contained by the much larger set of animals (A).
Case 3: A circle (it can also be thought of as a sphere in space) includes two or several sets of elements that exclude one another and, at the same time, fill the circle (or sphere); say, the set of right (R), acute (A), and obtuse (O) angles, as indicated in Figure 6.
Figure 6: It appears evident that the set of right angles (R) excludes the other two sets; the same is true with the obtuse (O) and the acute (A) ones. But all together these fill the whole circle (or sphere).
Case 4: Two circles (or spheres, if in space) include each a part of the other (Figure 7), called an intersection.
Figure 7: The intersection area between points A and A, crossed by diagonal lines, is common to both larger circles.
Case 5: Two circles (or spheres, if in space) lie within a third sphere, often much larger, but do not fill the latter (Figure 8). Case 5 applies to all concepts whose areas (or spheres) have nothing immediately in common, for the larger one includes them. Think of examples such as the solar system containing planets and satellites.
Figure 8: Air could have been added as a third kind, since it is also part of matter.
Figure 8 could be described in logical terms by means of the Venn diagrams conceived of by John Venn (1834–1923), British mathematician and logician, around 1880. (Remember that Schopenhauer passed away 20 years before they were described.) A Venn diagram shows all possible logical relations among a finite collection of different sets. These diagrams depict elements as points in the plane and sets as regions inside closed curves. The diagrams consist of multiple overlapping closed curves, usually circles, each representing a set. The points inside a curve, labeled S, represent elements of the set S; points outside the boundary represent elements not in the set S.
Thus, for example, the set of all elements that are members of both sets S and T, S ∩ T is represented visually by the area of overlap of the regions S and T (precisely, as depicted in Figure 7). Significant developments growing out of this logic—many of which are fundamental for current computer, communication, and processing signal analysis—include the already legendary contributions of George Boole [11] and more modern contributions by Montgomery Phister [12].
All combinations of concepts may be referred to the five cases described by Schopenhauer, and from them the whole theory of judgments can be derived, of their conversion, contraposition, reciprocation, or disjunction.
We have briefly surveyed Schopenhauer life and ideas and found many contradictions and conflicts, some even in blunt contrast to 21st century ideas [13]. Nonetheless, his stature as a pioneering and revolutionary philosopher has not waned. Regarding our objective described at the beginning of the article, we conclude that there is considerable epistemological background in his contributions, especially in the last section.
Two final thoughts must be mentioned. In Chapter 10, Schopenhauer states that the concept of consciousness coincides with that of representation in general, of whatever kind it may be. To the plant we attribute life but not consciousness. Rational knowledge (Wissen) is abstract consciousness. In Chapter 11, he says that the opposite of rational knowledge is feeling (Gefühl). These are still subjects to keep in mind, especially considering the highly troubled world in which humankind is now immersed.
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In 1831, a cholera epidemic broke out in Berlin, and Schopenhauer left the city, eventually settling in Frankfurt in 1833; there he remained for the next 27 years, living alone except for a succession of pet poodles. The numerous notes he made during these years, on aging and other topics, were published posthumously under the title Senilia. Schopenhauer had a robust constitution, but in 1860 his health began to deteriorate, and he died of respiratory failure on 21 September 1860, while sitting at home on his couch. He was 72 years old.
Some of Schopenhauer's Ideas
It used to be said that metaphysics encompasses
the subject matter of being as such
the subject matter of the first causes of things
the subject matter of that which does not change.
All this makes up a rather complex set of extremely difficult concepts, really not relevant for the present discussion. Proceeding from Kant's transcendental idealism, Schopenhauer developed an atheistic metaphysical and ethical system that mainly describes philosophical pessimism, rejecting the so-called German idealism. Although his work failed to garner substantial attention during his life, Schopenhauer has had a posthumous impact across various disciplines, including philosophy, literature, and science. Those who have recognized his influence include, among others, outstanding characters from different disciplines:
Friedrich Nietzsche (1844–1900), philosopher
Richard Wagner (1813–1883), composer and conductor who revolutionized opera through his concept of Gesamtkunstwerk, or total work of art
Leo Tolstoy (1828–1910), Russian novelist
Ludwig Josef Wittgenstein (1889– 1951), Austrian-British philosopher who worked in logic, the philosophy of mathematics, and the philosophy of mind and language
Erwin Schrödinger (1887–1961), Austrian theoretical physicist who contributed to the wave theory of matter and to other fundamentals of quantum mechanics and shared the 1933 Nobel Prize for Physics with the British physicist Paul Dirac (1902–1984) [4]
Gustav Mahler (1860–1911), Austrian late-Romantic composer who, as a musician, acted as a bridge between the 19th century Austro-German tradition and the modernism of the early 20th century
Albert Einstein (1879–1955), the world-famous German-American physicist who was awarded the 1921 Nobel Prize for Physics, renowned for his theory of relativity, and an influential humanist speaking widely about politics, ethics, and social causes
Jorge Francisco Isidoro Luis Borges Acevedo (1899–1986), Argentine short-story writer, essayist, and poet, who became a key figure in Spanish-language literature and whose works have contributed to philosophical literature and the fantasy genre.
Schopenhauer's ideas, beliefs, and actions during his life are full of conflicts and contradictions, and many of them would trigger strong reactions among many 21st century thinkers, philosophers, scientists, and even common people. Even so, he stands as a solid and highly respected pillar of philosophy. Perhaps our current world has changed too much and too fast by far.
He believed that humans are motivated only by their own basic desires, or Wille zum Leben (will to live), which direct all of humankind. For him, human desire was futile, illogical, and directionless, and, by extension, so was all human action in the world. Einstein paraphrased this view as "man can indeed do what he wants, but he cannot will what he wants." To Schopenhauer, the will is a blind force that controls not only the actions of individual, intelligent agents but also, ultimately, all observable phenomena; it is an evil to be terminated via asceticism—although his own life was not precisely an example of asceticism!
In Chapter 6 of his transcendental book, for example, Schopenhauer asserts that we consider everything merely as representation, as object for the subject. Even our own body is, for us, a representation. The immediate consciousness of the changes of the body makes it an immediate object. Later in the chapter, he touches on several aspects that definitely belong to the field of cerebral neurophysiology, thus, in a way, slightly touching bioengineering and biomedical engineering. Verbatim he states, "That which is correctly known by understanding is reality. Error is opposed to truth, as deception of reason; illusion is opposed to reality as deception of understanding."
As background material, he also refers to his essay "On Vision and Colors," a typical physiology theme (Über das Sehen und die Farben), published in May 1816 when the author was 28 years old. He had extensive discussions with Goethe about the subject, basically sharing Goethe's views. Schopenhauer tried to demonstrate physiologically that color appears as a specially modified activity of the retina, bringing his thoughts closer to what concerns this article [5].
For Schopenhauer, human desiring, willing, and craving cause suffering and even pain. A temporary way to escape this pain is through aesthetic contemplation because it stops one from perceiving the world as mere presentation; instead, one no longer perceives the world as an object of perception. Art is the practical consequence, as it attempts to depict one's immersion in the world. Music, for Schopenhauer, was the purest form of art because it displayed the will itself without appearing as subject. Music, he insisted, was a timeless, universal language comprehended everywhere that could imbue global enthusiasm. A superb concept, indeed!
Schopenhauer's realist views on mathematics are evident in his criticism of contemporary attempts to prove the parallel postulate of Euclidean geometry. Writing shortly before the discovery of hyperbolic geometry demonstrated the logical independence of the axiom and long before the general theory of relativity revealed that it did not necessarily express a property of physical space, Schopenhauer criticized mathematicians for trying to use indirect concepts to prove what he held to be direct evidence from perception.
The Euclidean method of demonstration has brought forth the famous controversy over the theory of parallels and in attempts to prove the 11th axiom (also known as the fifth postulate). The axiom asserts that two lines inclined to each other, if produced far enough, must meet. No proof is needed, merely because there is nothing more immediate, affirms Schopehauer:
In two-dimensions, if a line segment intersects two straight lines forming two interior angles on the same side that sum to less than two right angles, then the two lines, if extended indefinitely, meet on that side on which the angles sum to less than two right angles.
Figure 2: Euclid's fifth postúlate. If the sum of the interior angles a and B is fewer than 180°, the two straight lines, produced indefinitely, meet on that side. Also, if any pair of lines intersect at a point on the line at infinity, then the lines are parallel.
This postulate does not specifically talk about parallel lines; it is only a postulate related to parallelism (Figure 2). This subject also hints at the disciplines we try to deal with here, searching for their possible philosophical-epistemological background.
Compassion and Self-Interest
Then, Schopenhauer leaps to a human concept of profound consequences: "Twisted brains, blood, and brawn are the trio ['triumvirate,' says Schopenhauer] necessary for corruption and confusion." History reminds us of dreadful examples without going back too far in time: Vladimir Lenin and Joseph Stalin (Soviet Union); Adolf Hitler (Germany); Benito Mussolini (Italy); Fidel Castro (Cuba); Hugo Chávez and Nicolás Maduro (Venezuela); Juan Carlos Onganía, Rafael Videla, and his criminal associates (Argentina); and many others that wander about here and there as potential threats to humankind. Schopenhauer's moral theory proposed that only compassion can drive moral acts. Accordingly, compassion alone is the good of the object of acts; that is, they cannot be inspired by the prospect of personal utility.
Humankind can also be guided by egoism and malice. Egotistic acts are those guided by self-interest, a desire for pleasure or happiness. Acts of malice are different from egotistic acts. As in the case of acts of compassion, these do not target personal utility. Their aim is to cause damage to others, independent of personal gain. Schopenhauer believed that the ego is the origin of pain and conflicts; its reduction frames the moral principles. A definite action inevitably results when a particular motive influences a person's given unchangeable character.
The State, Schopenhauer claimed, punishes criminals to prevent future crimes. The law and its fulfillment and punishment are directed essentially to the future, not to the past. This distinguishes punishment from revenge, for revenge is motivated by what has happened and hence by the past as such. The object of punishment is deterrence from crime. Object and purpose for the future distinguish punishment from revenge, and punishment has this object only when it is inflicted in fulfillment of a law. Only in this way does it proclaim itself to be inevitable and infallible for every future case; thus, it obtains for the law the power to deter.
Should capital punishment be legal? "For safeguarding the lives of citizens," Schopenhauer asserted, "capital punishment is therefore absolutely necessary." "The murderer," he wrote, "who is condemned to death according to the law must be now used as a mere means, and with complete right, for public security." Schopenhauer disagreed with those who would abolish capital punishment: "Those who would like to abolish it should be given the answer, 'First remove murder from the world, and then capital punishment ought to follow.'" People, according to Schopenhauer, cannot be improved. They can only be influenced by strong motives that overpower criminal motives. Rehabilitation did not even find a place in his mind, and practical current experience would not reassert the concept, no matter how much it hurt both Christian and human standings.
Free Will and Destiny
Schopenhauer ended his treatise on the freedom of human I, with the postulate that everyone is responsible for his or her character and acts, the responsibility following from the will as noumenon. He considered his views incompatible with theism on the grounds of fatalism and, more generally, responsibility for evil. For him, the dogmas of Christianity lose their significance, and the Last Judgment is not preceded by anything, as "the world is itself the Last Judgment," whereas God, if existant, would be evil. Quite a shocking concept, for it stands in opposition to the possibility of a Good Supreme Being, revealing a harmful, noxious (schädlich) being instead. Noumenon (plural noumena), in Kantian philosophy, stands for the thing in itself (das Ding an sich) as opposed to what Kant called the phenomenon (the thing as it appears to an observer).
The Will to Live
Schopenhauer named sex a force within humans that he felt took invariable precedence over reason: the will to live or will to life (Wille zum Leben) is defined as an inherent drive within human beings— and, indeed, all creatures—to stay alive, a force that entices us into reproducing, an immensely powerful force that lies unseen within the human psyche and dramatically shapes the world. What is decided by it is nothing less than the composition of the next generation. These ideas foreshadowed the discovery of evolution, Freud's concepts of the libido and the unconscious mind, and evolutionary psychology in general.
Racial and Cultural Biases
Schopenhauer attributed civilizational primacy to the northern "white races" due to their sensitivity and creativity (except for the ancient Egyptians and Hindus whom he saw as equal). The highest civilization and culture, apart from the ancient Hindus and Egyptians, are found exclusively among the white races; and, even with many dark peoples, the ruling caste or race is fairer in color than the rest. All this is because necessity is the mother of invention. Those tribes that emigrated early to the north, and there gradually became white, had to develop all their intellectual powers and invent and perfect all the arts in their struggle with need, want, and misery.
Despite this, he was adamantly against differing treatment of races, was fervently antislavery, and supported the abolitionist movement in the United States. He described the treatment of "our innocent black brothers whom force and injustice have delivered into the slave-master's devilish clutches" as "belonging to the blackest pages of mankind's criminal record." Schopenhauer additionally maintained a marked anti-Judaism arguing that Christianity constituted a revolt against what he styled the materialistic basis of Judaism [6]. These are quite conflicting concepts that would today bring an overwhelming flood of criticism and opposition.
Inferiority of Women
Schopenhauer at 58.
In an essay "On Women," published in 1851 [7], Schopenhauer (pictured right) expressed his opposition to what he called Teutonic-Christian stupidity of reflexive unexamined reverence (abgeschmackten Weiberveneration) for the female. He wrote that "women are directly fitted for acting as the nurses and teachers of our early childhood by the fact that they are themselves childish, frivolous, and short-sighted"; he added that "women are deficient in artistic faculties and sense of justice," and expressed opposition to monogamy. In addition, he claimed that "woman is by nature meant to obey." Indeed, he has been labeled a misogynist without rival in Western philosophy. And, although the essay does offer some positive assessments of woman, it is easy to imagine the comments and reactions such ideas would trigger today.
Inherited Traits
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The field of animation has all kinds of possibilities for writers, character designers, illustrators and animators. Television and movie projects offer a realm of chances for success to beginners, as well as veterans. You have the chance to explore different areas of the industry, such as art animations, animations videos and a number of other specialties.
Most jobs require employees to be team players, as few rely as heavily on collaboration as does the animation industry. Not just on a local level either, as it often involves hundreds of people working from different parts of the world as well. This presents a unique opportunity to work with several different skill levels when you create animations using computer software programs.
Some animators have been around long before computers were used in the industry. When asked if they prefer traditional animation or computer animation, you would most likely get a similar answer from all of them. They say that it is not what medium or tool you choose to use, but how well you complete the project that is important.
If you like the idea of getting to create animations, then you should work towards getting a computer animation degree and start applying to the numerous computer animation jobs that are available. It is a fascinating field that has several different specialties so you are sure to find something that you would truly enjoy.
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If you're not reflecting back, then you are assuming the majority of what someone<|fim_middle|>. | says and stand a good chance of getting it wrong, especially if what is said is emotional, detailed or complicated. Many relationships and business deals inexplicably fall apart simply because of assumption piled upon assumption, until there is no way back to what was originally said.
One of the least used skills of listening is that of reflecting back, actually repeating back to the speaker in a neutral tone what we understand them to be saying. We tend not to do this because it feels a little awkward, possibly insulting. Also, many people who do reflect back use the old therapy language of "What I hear you saying is..." which has become a bit of an irritating cliche.
Just as in learning any new skill, at first one feels awkward and does things in a rote manner. But once one has it down, saying after an important piece of information is delivered "So, you're saying that..." or simply "You want/think...." An overt statement of "Let me make sure I have what you are saying right because I don't want to assume..." works for most heated or business situations.
When we do this, the speaker is usually complimented, affirmed and, if emotional, relieved. When we reflect back, we hold up what I call "The Mirrored Bowl;" we hold their story for them and hold it up so they can see it. Not only to we make sure we got it right, but they get to see themselves and what they have said, as well, allowing for correction, or sometimes, tears of relief from having been truly heard | 315 |
Alex Bregman, of the Houston Astros, swings at a pitch during a game against the Oakland A's in Oakland, California, on April 16, 2019.
OAKLAND, Calif. - Collin McHugh has had a few close calls on the mound - nothing like this line drive he somehow dodged with an acrobatic maneuver that allowed the Astros to turn a nifty double play behind him.
The ball hit by Kendrys Morales in the second inning of Houston's 9-1 win against the Athletics on<|fim_middle|> have hit me."
Reddick finished with three hits as Houston improved to 4-0 against the A's so far. The Astros have won eight of 10 in Oakland - and their 7-2 mark in 2018 at the Coliseum was the A's worst home record in the rivalry for one season. | Tuesday night skimmed in front of McHugh's face as his body bent backward and went parallel to the ground, reminiscent to the old Limbo dance. The ball touched the tip of the pitcher's ring finger, a much better option than his head or jaw - "probably the best place it could | 60 |
UNILJ > Research and development > Best research achievements > Achivements 2016
1. The First in the World to Show Interaction of Related Bacillus Subtilis Bacteria Strains
This discovery by a team of researchers from the Biotechnical Faculty of the University of Ljubljana and their colleagues from Harvard University opens new possibilities in the development of probiotics and biofertilizers.
Authors: Polonca Štefanič, Barbara Kraigher, Nick Lyons, Roberto Kolter, Ines Mandić-Mulec
A team of researchers from the Biotechnical Faculty of the University of Ljubljana (Polonca Štefanič, Barbara Kraigher and Ines Mandić-Mulec<|fim_middle|> between the Zika Virus and Microcephaly
Discovery of the first scientific evidence that the Zika virus infects the foetus brain through the infected mother was delivered by researchers from the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Ljubljana.
Authors: Tatjana Avšič Županc, Jernej Mlakar, Miša Korva, Nataša Tul Mandić, Maša Popović, Mateja Poljšak Prijatelj, Jerica Mraz, Marko Kolenc, Katarina Resman Rus, Tina Vesnaver Vipotnik, Vesna Fabjan Vodušek, dr. Alenka Vizjak, dr. Jože Pižem, dr. Miroslav Petrovec
On 10 February 2016, researchers from the Faculty of Medicine in Ljubljana (Tatjana Avšič Županc, Miša Korva, Mara Popović, Mateja Poljšak Prijatelj, Jerica Mraz, Marko Kolenc, Katarina Resman Rus, Alenka Vizjak, Jože Pižem, Miroslav Petrovec) published a breakthrough research paper proving that the Zika virus from the infected mother can infect the fetal's brain and can cause permanent brain damage and microcephaly.
9. Multi-functional Durable Sol-Gel Film with Increased Wash Fastness
The sol-gel film developed by researchers from the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Engineering of the University of Ljubljana and the National Institute of Chemistry is extremely important for the production of high-tech developed technical textile products with protective properties and high added value.
Authors: Jelena Vasiljević, Milena Zorko, Danaja Štular, Brigita Tomšič, Ivan Jerman, Boris Orel, Jožef Medved, Barbara Simončič
Researchers from the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Engineering of the University of Ljubljana (Jelena Vasiljević, Danaja Štular, Brigita Tomšič, Jožef Medved, Barbara Simončič) and researchers from the National Institute of Chemistry (Milena Zorko, Ivan Jerman, Boris Orel) developed a new fabrication process for multifunctional durable inorganic-organic hybrid sol-gel film for frequent washing to achieve simultaneous superhydrophobicity, self-cleaning, antimicrobal activity and improved thermal stability of polymeric substrates.
10. Important Discoveries in Relation to the Development of the Spleen
The results of the research of scientists from the Veterinary Faculty of the University of Ljubljana are important not only for understanding normal spleen development but for understanding the emergence of inborn disturbances in its development.
Authors: Gregor Majdič, Katja Kozinc
Researchers from the Veterinary Faculty of the University of Ljubljana Katja Kozinc and Gregor Majdič and their Italian colleagues researched molecular mechanisms of the development of the spleen and disturbances that lead to human diseases, which are still largely unknown. They primarily assessed the impact of the TLX1 gene in spleen development. | ) and their colleagues from Harvard University (Nick Lyons and Roberto Kolter) were the first to show the world that the Bacillus subtilis bacteria strains are implementing kin discrimination. This means that only the swarms of the most closely related strains interact. This research and its findings were published in the renowned journal PNAS and triggered exceptional interest in the international research community, since the descriptions of kin discrimination in microorganisms are extremely rare, and no one had yet examined the kin discrimination in sympatric bacteria populations.
2. During Times of Crisis, Companies Invest in Energy Efficiency, Not in Clean Technology
An empirical analysis of the Slovene manufacturing companies conducted by researchers from the Faculty of Economics of the University of Ljubljana showed that companies invest in energy efficiency even during a crisis, while they are more frugal with investments in clean technologies.
Authors: Nevenka Hrovatin, Nives Dolšak, Jelena Zorić
Researchers from the Faculty of Economics of the University of Ljubljana (Nevenka Hrovatin, Nives Dolšak and Jelena Zorić) analyzed the factors that influence the decisions of Slovene manufacturing companies to invest into energy efficiency and clean technologies with the help of a (bi-variable) probit model on a panel of companies' data in the 2005 to 2011 period. The findings were published in the internationally renowned Journal of Cleaner Production.
3. Efficient Monitoring of the Development and Treatment of Brain Diseases
The automatic MR image analysis development at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering of the University of Ljubljana enables very detailed monitoring of development of brain diseases and the course of their treatment.
Author: Žiga Špiclin
Brain diseases are among the leading causes of chronic disability. The development of injuries or lesions in the white-matter and/or increased atrophy of the whole brain-matter and smaller brain centres are characteristic for the majority of neurological and cerebrovascular diseases. The radiologic tomographic 3D MR imaging technique is currently the most efficient method for displaying healthy and pathological brain structures.
4. Promising Discovery for the Improvement of the Treatment of Autoimmune and Inflammatory Conditions and Cancer
Researchers from the Faculty of Pharmacy of the University of Ljubljana discovered new possibilities for the treatment of autoimmune and inflammatory conditions and cancer by preparing small nonpeptidic molecules that inhibit the immunoproteasome enzyme.
Authors: Izidor Sosič, Martina Gobec, Boris Brus, Damijan Knez, Matej Živec, Aleš Obreza, Irena Mlinarič-Raščan, Stanislav Gobec
Immunoproteasome is the enzyme whose elevated expression and more expressed activity are associated with numerous autoimmune and inflammatory diseases, as well as different types of cancer. The findings show that inhibiting its activity indicated a promising therapeutic approach. The majority of known immunoproteasome inhibitors are peptidic in nature. Low bioavailability and poor metabolic stability are characteristics of these structural types of compounds.
5. Discovery that Significantly Reduces the Cost of Hydrogen Production
Boštjan Genorio from the Faculty of Chemistry and Chemical Technology of the University of Ljubljana and his colleagues developed mixed CoSx and MoSx catalysts, which lower the costs of hydrogen production significantly.
Authors: Boštjan Genorio, Jakub Staszak-Jirkovský, Christos D. D Malliakas, Pietro P. Lopes, Nemanja Danilović, Subrahmanyam S. Kota, Kee-Chul Chang, Dušan Strmčnik, Vojislav R. Stamenković, Mercouri G.Kanatzidis, Nenad M. Marković
Hydrogen (H2) is the fuel of the future; it has applications in internal combustion engines as well as in fuel cells. One of the main reasons why hydrogen technology is not more widespread is the issue of hydrogen production. It is produced by electrolysis of water, where the excess electrical energy is transformed into chemical energy. The issues that limit the electrolysis process and make it more expensive are still unsolved. The key issue that numerous scientists around the world are trying to solve today is stability of the system, which is related to a) low efficiency rate, b) short catalysts lifetime and c) lack of low-cost materials.1
6. Prestigious Financing for Quantum Transport Research
Tomaž Prosen from the Faculty of Mathematics and Physics of the University of Ljubljana was awarded prestigious European financing – an ERC Advanced Grant for the study of quantum transport, where the field of use is the possibility of studying ballistic (ideal) high-temperature transport.
Author: Tomaž Prosen
The imbalance of a many-body quantum system in one or two spatial dimensions and in situations when all incoherent processes (for example murmur or dissipation) will be studied within the framework of the mentioned grant. A mathematical theory of dynamic quantum phases will be designed with applications in the theory of quantum transport and nanoscale devices, which manipulate heat, information, charge or magnetization.
7. Innovative Thermodynamic Model for Real-Time Simulations of Vehicle Propulsion Systems
The model environment developed by Tomaž Katrašnik from the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering of the University of Ljubljana is the only one in the world that enables mechanical real-time modelling of modern multi-cylinder engines for personal vehicles.
Author: Tomaž Katrašnik
Computer models than enable testing of particular physical components in simulated real-time environments have to be capable of implementing real-time simulations, they must have a high level of accuracy and predictiveness, and preferably mechanistic modelling basis. Tomaž Katrašnik was successful in the area of thermodynamic simulations of internal combustion engines. Innovative generic modelling framework for simulating thermodynamic processes in internal combustion engines [1], which was developed by him, is namely the unique tool that allows for mechanistic simulation of multi-cylinder high speed passenger car engines in real-time.
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The 12 months to 30 June 2016 saw lacklustre growth as equity markets were hampered by significant bouts of volatility spurred by fears of global economic destabilization. In such times, high-conviction active management tends to deliver stronger performance, according to Mercer's 20<|fim_middle|> compared to managers in the upper quartile.
Targeted Volatility were the strongest performing group over the year to June outperforming the index by 10.6%. | 15/16 Investment Sector Survey, released today.
Equities plummeted in August 2015 and January 2016 against a backdrop of collapsing commodity prices and fears of a slowing Chinese economy, and then corrected again immediately after the unexpected vote for "Brexit".
Each of these short-term scares were soon followed by rallies that took most equity markets back close to their previous levels, but with insufficient impetus to make any significant gains for the year.
Clare Armstrong, a Principal in Mercer's Manager Research group said: "The benefit of active management is usually most evident in more challenging markets. The last year provided plenty of evidence that this remains the case. Markets were volatile from month to month; rising half the time, falling the other half, without much sideways in between.
"In the two most difficult months, falls were greater than 5%. The managers that protected portfolios best during the most volatile months were the strongest performers over the year, Ms Armstrong said.
"The common feature of stronger-performing portfolios was that they were high-conviction stock pickers, not only showing leadership in falling months but well positioned in the rising markets too.
"Some strategies with the latitude to take short positions did even better than that, which again highlights the benefit to investors of having more levers to pull in portfolios during tougher market conditions," Ms Armstrong said.
Government bonds provided some of the strongest performance for the year despite low or even negative yields.
Unfortunately the outlook for the next 12 months looks little different. With elevated global risks, there are currently no asset classes offering particularly compelling value. This is reflected in Mercer's current Dynamic Asset Allocation (DAA) view that investors now need to keep a relatively neutral overall portfolio exposure to equities, while maintaining some level of downside protection, such as a low currency hedge ratio or exposure to 'low volatility' shares.
The 2015/16 financial year saw equities continue their downward trend from recent years to post a return of 0.9%. Unlike the formidable double digit growth of 2012/13 and 2013/14 of 22% and 17% respectively, the last two financial years have seen more modest growth of 5.6% in 2014/15 to 0.9% over 2015/16. Despite 3 consecutive months of growth after its lowest point over the year in February, the S&P/ASX 300 Accumulation Index did not return to its peak over the year, which occurred in July 2015.
The median Australian Shares manager delivered an excess return of 1.3% over the year, compared to last year's outperformance of 1.4%. Over a five-year period, the median manager outperformed by 1.3% p.a. Managers who performed in the upper quartile of the peer universe have outperformed by at least 4.8% over the year, and posted long-term (5 year) outperformance of 2.9% p.a.
An investment of $10,000 in the Australian share market would have risen to $15,916 over the last 10 years. A comparable investment in unhedged overseas shares would have risen to $15,387 according to the MSCI World ex Australia Index (NDR).
Global equity markets were up 0.4% over the year on an unhedged basis as measured by the MSCI World ex Australia index (NDR). This was a noteworthy decline from the previous 3 financial years in unhedged terms: 2012/13 (+33.1%), 2013/14 (+20.4%) and 2014/15 (25.2%). The index returned -1.4% in hedged terms over the year.
More specifically, based on the relative performance of the S&P Developed ex-Australia Large & Mid cap indices, Growth (+1.5%) stocks outperformed Value (+0.3%) stocks in A$ terms. The strongest sector contributions over the year were from Consumer Staples (+17.3%), IT (+4.9%) and Utilities (+18.7%) whilst Financials (-10.5%),Consumer Discretionary (-3.1%) and Materials (-6.0%) were the sectors to post the biggest negative returns.
In A$ terms, Large Caps as measured by the MSCI World Large Caps index returned a positive 0.5% while their Small Cap counterparts returned -0.7%. Meanwhile, the MSCI Emerging Markets index returned -9.2%.
The median Overseas Shares manager underperformed the index by 0.4% over the financial year to June. Over the past three and five years, the median manager has outperformed by a marginal 0.3% and 0.4%. In contrast, the excess return gained from selecting an upper quartile manager was significantly higher. An upper quartile global equity manager would have outperformed by at least 2.4% over the year, and posted long term (5 year) outperformance of 1.3% pa. Conversely, a lower quartile manager would have underperformed by more than 3.9% over the year, a substantial difference of 6.4% when | 1,121 |
Cleardata provides drawing scanning services to businesses throughout the UK. The company's accredited scanning bureau is home to a fleet of large format scanners, capable of converting drawings up to size A0 into colour<|fim_middle|> week deadline.
Cleardata offers document scanning and archive storage in a secure, accredited facility. | or mono electronic files. Information can be output to any preferred format, commonly used are PDF, JPEG or Tiff Files. This versatility means that you have the maximum choice to digitise your drawings the way that works the best for you and your company.
Drawings, whether they are sketches or plans, are very important to the person who drew them and the company which owns them. Digitisation should not mean that you end up with a worn original copy. That's why it is so important to use a scanning service that prioritises the careful handling of your drawings at every stage of the process. Cleardata provides this excellent service for a variety of different industries.
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Barcodes applied to drawings, allowing information to be identified quickly, making the process even faster.
Documents scanned using state of the art scanning technology, producing high-resolution digital files.
Drawings indexed, based on agreed naming convention, for example drawing number, site location or date.
Digital files returned via Secure FTP, memory stick or alternatively uploaded to Cleardata's Electronic Document Management System. The system enables information to be retrieved from any location and downloaded within seconds (click here for further information).
Drawings collected from any UK location, using tracked vehicles.
Barcodes applied to drawings, allowing information to be identified quickly.
Cleardata were selected as United Utilities scanning partner for the digitisation of 25,000 large format reservoir drawings.
We chose them on the basis of the quality and security of their services.
Cleardata have always shown flexibility and adaptability to Peabody's changing archive storage requirements.
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Cleardata were selected to digitise 3500 Large Format Plans for Telford & Wrekin Council's Neighbourhood & Customer Services Department.
The company were awarded the project, due to their capability to quickly covert the large format documents within the Council's two | 689 |
Practical considerations for sampling and data analysis in contemporary metagenomics-based environmental studies
Christopher Staley, Michael J. Sadowsky
Recent advancements in metagenomic-based studies, especially analyses of amplicon-based DNA sequencing targeting taxonomic marker genes, has led to an unprecedented characterization of microbial communities from diverse ecosystems around the world. While originally constrained by a lack<|fim_middle|> repositories of publicly available data to serve as references for on-going and future, hypothesis-driven studies to better characterize the roles of microbial communities in diverse ecosystems. In this review, we outline the currently available statistical approaches and tools to aid in statistically powered study designs and analyses. Given what is now known about the enormous diversity and variability of the microbial communities in aquatic and terrestrial habitats, we also discuss practical considerations for sample collection. Due to the extensive advances made in the field of metagenomics over the last decade, rigorous, well replicated, hypothesis-driven studies are: 1) needed, 2) now possible, and 3) essential to make best use of sequencing-based technologies to characterize the roles of microbial communities in the structure and function of diverse ecosystems.
KW - Environment
KW - Metagenomics
KW - Microbial community
KW - Microbial ecology
KW - Next-generation sequencing
KW - Sample collection
KW - Statistics
U2 - 10.1016/j.mimet.2018.09.020
DO - 10.1016/j.mimet.2018.09.020
JO - Journal of Microbiological Methods
JF - Journal of Microbiological Methods | of appropriate analytical tools and sequencing depth, new technologies and computational and statistical algorithms have been developed to handle highly dimensional, next-generation sequencing datasets. Both these tools allow for the robust analysis of structural and distributional patterns of microbiota essential for the understanding of microbial ecology and biogeography. Furthermore, consortia of individual laboratories working on large interdisciplinary research programs, like the Human and Earth Microbiome Projects, have developed standardized protocols for DNA extraction, sequencing pipelines, and bioinformatics. These approaches provide large repositories of publicly available data to serve as references for on-going and future, hypothesis-driven studies to better characterize the roles of microbial communities in diverse ecosystems. In this review, we outline the currently available statistical approaches and tools to aid in statistically powered study designs and analyses. Given what is now known about the enormous diversity and variability of the microbial communities in aquatic and terrestrial habitats, we also discuss practical considerations for sample collection. Due to the extensive advances made in the field of metagenomics over the last decade, rigorous, well replicated, hypothesis-driven studies are: 1) needed, 2) now possible, and 3) essential to make best use of sequencing-based technologies to characterize the roles of microbial communities in the structure and function of diverse ecosystems.
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Brad Paisley Slated to Perform at 2021 Big E
By BusinessWest Staff September 23, 2020 1945
WEST SPRINGFIELD — The Big E is returning in <|fim_middle|> and showmanship have won him numerous honors, including three Grammys, two American Music Awards, 14 Country Music Assoc. Awards (including Entertainer of the Year), and 15 Academy of Country Music Awards, among many others. A member of the Grand Ole Opry since 2001, Paisley has written 21 of his 24 number-one hits and amassed more than 3.9 billion on-demand streams so far.
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By BusinessWest Staff November 14, 2018 | 2021 with a headline performance by Brad Paisley, one of country music's most decorated male solo artists, on Friday, Sept. 24 at the Big E Arena. Next year's concert marks the 20th anniversary of the first time Paisley played the Big E. Special guests and the ticket on-sale date will be announced in the spring.
Over the past 20 years, Paisley's songwriting | 88 |
Canada's Tessa Virtue/Scott Moir returned in style on the World Championship stage to take their third World title with a new highest total score. Two-time World Champions Gabriella Papadakis/Guillaume Cizeron won the Free Dance with a new record score, but remained in second to earn the silver medal while Maia Shibutani/Alex Shibutani (USA) pulled up from fourth to clinch the bronze.
Virtue/Moir opened their dance to "Pilgrims On A Long Journey" and "Latch" with a spectacular stationary lift that drew +3 GOES from all nine judges and followed up with fast twizzles. The crowd gasped when Moir suddenly stumbled at the end of the circular step sequence, but the 2010 Olympic Champions recovered instantly and continued<|fim_middle|> audience in the sold out Hartwall Arena into their performance. Like Virtue/Moir, the French collected a level four for their lifts, spin, twizzles and the diagonal step sequence, but earned a little bit more +3 GOEs. They scored 119.15 points, surpassing their own record score of 118.17 set a year ago at the World Championships. Overall their score added up to 196.04 points. "This was one of the best free dances of our career and we got our best score ever, I believe it is a world record. We are very proud. This is a nice personal victory for us", Cizeron shared. "Yesterday we were disappointed with our short dance, but today we woke up and we told ourselves that it is all about the free dance. We forgot about it (short dance) and we just wanted to go out and perform our free dance and enjoy the competition. We feel we have progressed and today it was an amazing performance and experience", Papadakis said.
Shibutani/Shibutani produced a strong performance of their program "Evolution" as well, completing five level-four elements. The brother-and-sister-team lost one point for an extended lift and was fourth in the Free Dance with 110.30 points, but overall moved up to third at 198.62 points. "We are very proud of our skating this entire week. This has been such a strong season for us", Maia Shibutani commented. "This whole season has been a transformative year for us. We have taken steps to grow in a number of ways, it was about us skating together and to make sure what we did the programs justice. The result this week is definitely encouraging and energizing", her brother added.
The standings shuffled quite a bit. Kaitlyn Weaver/Andrew Poje (CAN) moved up from sixth with a dance to "Concierto de Aranjuez" (184.81 points), less than a point off the podium. Ekaterina Bobrova/Dmitri Soloviev (RUS) were third in the Free Dance and pulled up from eighth to fifth at 184.06 points. Anna Cappellini/Luca Lanotte (ITA) finished sixth (183.73 points) while Madison Chock/Evan Bates (USA) slipped from fourth to seventh after he made an error on the twizzles (182.04 points). Madison Hubbell/Zachary Donohue (USA) plummeted from third to ninth after he fell on the twizzles (177.70 points). | strongly with a rotational lift, spin and diagonal footwork that were rated a level four as was the straight line lift. The 2014 Olympic silver medalists picked up 116.19 points and were ranked second in the Free Dance but overall held on to first place at 198.62 points, edging their French rivals by 2.58 points. The Canadians improved on their previous record score set at the Grand Prix Final in December. "To hear World Champions after our names is a really special thing particularly in 2017. When we set out on this comeback we weren't really sure what to expect results-wise and it's really satisfying to get that affirmation that all of our hard work has paid off. This is a great start and we're looking forward to building on it", Virtue said. "I was actually less nervous than I was yesterday. We were really excited today. This program we've been training really hard and it's been really strong for us and we wanted to go out and enjoy it. There were a couple of little bobbles so it was a little bit harder than usual but we still love that program", added Moir.
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I've been contemplating food storage lately; canning and freezing are great ways to preserve produce from summertime for winter, but<|fim_middle|>Last year I canned: Chili, Green Beans, Applesauce, Raspberry Jam, Blueberry Jam, Blackberry Jam, Strawberry Jam, and Pasta Sauce. In addition, I froze: Sweet Corn, meats, breads, and some Green Peppers.
We went through the Corn, Green Beans and Pasta Sauce lightening fast (note to self: prep double the amounts for next year!) and I still have plenty of Jams and Chili left over. That tells me about what I will need to do differently this summer in preparation for next year. The Jams made great Christmas gifts last year, especially as a "hostess" gift for the places we went.
But this year I'm adding a new dimention: Dehydration. | they aren't very easy to store. I garden quite a bit in the summer, and then store up garden food for the rest of the year. Last year I filled a few shelves with canned jars (glass isn't the most convenient to store or move), and completely packed my freezer.
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Extended: De Carli Deal. KTM and De Carli agree on new deal.
Along with Tony Cairoli (and notable results with a host of other riders like Ken De Dycker, Max Nagl and Glenn Coldenhoff) De Carli has delivered a total of seven premier class FIM Motocross World Championship titles to the KTM brand including the manufacturer's very first in 2010.
In that time De Carli has marshalled a race effort in two countries and with largely the same staff to capture crowns with both the KTM 350 SX-F and KTM 450 SX-F. He has now been instrumental in the fantastic development of seventeen year old Spaniard Jorge Prado to the top of the FIM MX2 standings in what is just the teenager's second term in Grand Prix and within the Red Bull KTM squad.
De Carli: "To renew with KTM is very satisfying for me and I can only thank them for the trust they place in me. I really want to thank all my partners and the whole team: this deal is thanks to them and confirms that – within KTM and together with KTM – we are working in the right direction with great commitment, motivation and the same goals. During the last nine years we have achieved great results.
"We have<|fim_middle|> are welcomed. For us the aim is always the same: to give the maximum in the pride of KTM colours."
Robert Jonas (Vice President KTM Offroad): "Claudio, his loyal staff and, of course, the riders in his care have made such a strong and memorable impact for the company since the beginning of the partnership for the 2010 season. They are a backbone of Red Bull KTM and have been so emphatic that it was a very easy decision for us to continue this relationship.
"Our success and achievements in motocross have been outstanding in the last ten years and this is such a potent factor of our DNA and racing identity. The value of Claudio's work in motocross can now also be seen with how much Jorge has evolved. He has been able to steer and help a great champion like Tony but also focus on the next generation. It's great to see and we hope for many more good times over the coming years." | won a lot and we have suffered and experienced difficult times: We must continue with this same team spirit and passion to face new challenges. Our sport is evolving; it is more and more professional and 'global' and is opening to new frontiers, new countries where we are surprised with how much warmth and passion we | 63 |
Gamers absolutely hate<|fim_middle|> Monday for non-preordered customers. | DRM. The problem isn't that companies are trying to protect their products, it's that more often than not, the measures taken to protect the games annoy legitimate customers, while the pirates play clean, easy-to-use versions of the software. While DRM in games can range from the "simple" to something as onerous as activation limits, we may be seeing the start of a new trend: the lack of DRM as a sales tactic. The latest example? The team behind the blob-enhanced puzzler World of Goo.
On August 24, 2D Boy also talked about the lack of DRM on the game's blog. "We're going to experiment with no DRM for copies purchased from this site. There are many reasons for this, but we like to think people will be good, and we want to give the best user experience possible."
World of Goo is, so far, an amazing game. Humor and a sense of discovery fills each screen and puzzle. The complete lack of DRM is interesting though, and the effect it has had on people I tell has been telling: people want to buy it to prove that they will support the lack of DRM with their money. The language and the openness of the declaration is also charming. 2D Boy thinks you're a good person, so if you do pirate the game, you're letting them down, and proving that DRM exists for a reason.
It's a grand idea to give the people exactly what they want—a game with no copy protection and DRM—and see if you're either rewarded in terms of sales or punished by gamers pirating the game. Here's hoping that while the die-hard pirates will do what they always do, the real gamers will use this as an excuse to check out this great title. This is a weapon the indies have that the big publishers can't, or won't match: trust.
You can buy World of Goo directly from 2D Boy's web site, and if you like puzzle games or something that's feels fresh and new, there are few better ways to spend your $20. The game launches next | 431 |
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Whether you live in a mid-century Bungalow, a 30-year-old Colonial, or a newly-built home, you can<|fim_middle|> your household. We will also send our Vivint Smart Home Pros directly to your Rudyard household to fully install and integrate your smart home package for no additional cost - regularly $199. Call Vivint Smart Home today and and see how easy it can be to upgrade your Rudyard home into the smart home of the future. | enjoy the security and convenience of the Vivint Smart Home system in your Rudyard home. Vivint Smart Home wants to make your life as simple and secure as humanly possible. We provide a free one-on-one consultation so that you get the smart home of your dreams, customizing your system to fit the needs of | 64 |
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CISAF moderated a panel discussion entitled "The Cost of Security" at the second annual Canadian Humanitarian Conference, held in Ottawa from December 4-5th 2014. The purpose of our panel was to raise awareness about the cost of security vs the cost of insecurity, highlighting the positive and negative impacts that each can have on our organizations. The overall argument, which each panellist contributed to from his/her own area of expertise, was that security risk management must be prioritized before a critical incident hits, and that this prioritization serves as a crucial way by which we can strengthen our programming potential with affected populations, decreasing costs in the long run.
We are grateful to our panellists from The KonTerra Group, DFATD, MSF and the Canadian Red Cross.
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A video game showed me<|fim_middle|> by other people. It was not anything in particular that happened to my character that I found so impactful, it was the process of taking ownership of my gender. And the game didn't shy away from the risks that come with doing so. It came as both a tool of empowerment and a warning about what the future might hold.
Acceptance may have been made with the intention of showing cisgender people what it is like to live as a trans person. The game is well-suited to impart empathy through game play. For me, though, it was a tool to explore my own identity at a time when my concept of self was very much in flux. It did so by giving me the opportunity to make the sort of decisions that I would have never come across at that point in my life, safe in the knowledge that I could make it stop at any time.
That's what video games can offer; not just the chance to face imaginary bullets, but the opportunity to make statements about who we are, even if only to ourselves. What I shared with other people was my business, and the game's true value was in what it helped me see in myself.
The rest of my story is still being written, but at least now I know who I am.
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One appeal of video games is that they offer an opportunity to experiment with new ideas without fear of consequences. No matter how many times my virtual avatars have been shot, I have yet to have the same happen to me.
Video games also provide a place where deeper questions about identity can be explored, while players are protected by the knowledge that you can stop at any time, and no one need know what they are doing. I had just such an experience with the game Acceptance.
Acceptance is a slice-of-life game by transgender video game journalist, and author, Laura Kate Dale. The player makes a series of choices about how they want to live their day. Which bathroom do they use? How do they get home? Each choice shows the player how dangerous it can be to live as a trans person. The most important choice, however, is the one decision that Acceptance takes away from the player.
Acceptance asks the player to pick a gender when they begin. Unlike most games, which use this choice as the basis for the player character, Acceptance uses your decision to make a point. I told the game I was a man the first time I played Acceptance.
"I'm sorry, but you're a WOMAN" the game replied "You're a WOMAN, and I'm going to do everything in my power to make sure you learn that fact."Not only did the game itself frequently insist that I was wrong about my gender, the message was reinforced by characters I met throughout the story. This happened to me regardless of the choices I made over multiple playthroughs.
I imagine this was intended to knock me down, to make me feel like I wasn't valid. To give me a sense of what it would be like when no one in my life respected the person I told them I was. But it had the opposite effect on me. If anything, I felt relieved.
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I'm a trans woman, and I openly identify as such now, but there was a time when I was very unsure about my gender identity. I had spent many years telling myself that I'm not transgender, I just wish that I was a woman.
Playing Acceptance wasn't even the first time a game had me thinking about my gender identity. I had spent hours on a playthrough of Fable 2 in which I had selected a female character a few years ago. I got really into character, and I found it difficult to shake "girl mode," as I thought of it at the time, and get back to "feeling normal." At the time I put this down to getting too deeply into roleplaying. It was pretty intense while it lasted, but it passed. I rarely thought about it as time went on.
What made Acceptance different from Fable 2 is that I played the latter years before I would feel any need to seriously explore my identity, whereas I came across Acceptance at a time when I could no longer avoid such self-reflection. Something had clicked in my brain, and I was finally ready to consider the possibility that I was trans, after years of denying to myself that such a thing was even possible. I wasn't ready for this experience during when I played Fable 2, but I was ready now.
I quickly quit my original playthrough of Acceptance and I started the game again. This time instead of telling the game that I was a man, I said that I was a woman, and suddenly my experience with the game became quite different.
Suddenly the game telling me that I was wrong about my gender wasn't oddly affirming, it was hurtful. It did not matter that I had been referring to myself as male for as long as I had any idea what the concept meant. It did not matter that everyone who knew me referred to me as male, and had done so without protest from me.
And yet, every time Acceptance's narrator, or one of the game's characters, told me that I was a man, I felt wronged. They were telling me a lie. The conflation of my character and myself was made easier by the game's art style. None of the characters have faces — not even the player character — making it easier to project myself and the people around me onto the people in the game. They were no one, which meant in my head they could be anyone.
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When I describe first realizing I am trans, I often say it felt like a light being switched on in my brain. That's not quite accurate. It is true that my change from "I am not trans" to "I could be trans" was a sudden one, but there was also some uncertainty to it.
My thoughts were on speaking to a doctor during this time of confusion, and then a mental health professional of some sort. I was looking for someone else to tell me whether or not I was trans based on everything that I was feeling. Getting past this mentality — realizing that whether or not I was trans was something only I could tell myself — was a huge step for me. I was able to find the certainty and resolve to argue back when the game repeatedly told me that I was a man. I could finally state it as a fact: I am, in fact, a woman.
Crucially, I was able to achieve this in a risk-free environment. I did not want to admit how I was feeling to anyone who actually knew me. I did have a couple of transgender friends, but I felt like approaching them when I was still so unsure would be a waste of their time. It didn't help that one of them had shared a meme complaining about "transtrenders," a label used to accuse someone of pretending to be transgender to be fashionable. Playing Acceptance was something I could do in private, without having to worry about how other people would react.
It was also something I could do at my own pace. I could stop playing if I ever felt like it was too much, and I wasn't committing to anything by exploring the game. All I was doing was putting a series of scenarios in front of myself while exploring my own feelings. I could start it up whenever I wanted, play it until I didn't feel like it anymore, and stop playing when it suited me. I was in control of the experience, which is a comforting feeling when so much of life is otherwise out of our control, especially such complicated matters as identity.
The life of a trans person, as presented in Acceptance, is not a happy one. It is filled with difficult choices, pain, and people who do not accept you. Dale took the worst aspects of living as a trans person and packaged them into a narrative which takes place over the course of a single day.
The game even goes so far as to encourage the player to give up at several points throughout the game. There isn't a happy ending, just the experience of having lived a day in which everything and everyone was against you, and the knowledge that this is what life is like for many, many trans people. It has an air of hopelessness that is so ingrained in its design that I could even hear it in the soundtrack, which sounds like a storm being played on the piano.
I was not being sold some rose-colored version of what my life could be, I was shown just some of the terrible things that trans people are put through | 1,526 |
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