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I love these little kiddos! As soon as I walked into the house to meet them I was welcomed with the BIGGEST hugs from Georgia! (My new best friend!) She was so excited in her pretty party skirt and was ready to work the camera! She was amazing throughout the whole photo session and was such a great big sister! Baby Graham was just as wonderful... he didn't make a peep the whole time and I am sure was just super curious what a big camera was doing in his face ;) Well, big thank you Georgia and Graham for being so great during your photo sessions! I had a BLAST! XO
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Georgia and Graham... |Bay Area Children's Photographer
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
Cutie Pie Elianna... |Bay Area Children's Photographer
This little cutie pie Elianna was so fun to photograph! She was all smiles and laughs which was too cute :) Half way through the photo session she even decided to take her first bite of lemon! Hilarious to watch her little lips and checks pucker at the sour taste... She was just so cute and fun! Thank you sweet little Ellie for doing such a wonderful job! XO
Saturday, November 20, 2010
Hadley and Braden... |Bay Area Children's Photographer
It does not get much cuter than these two :) Another brother and sister combo that were so great in front of the camera! All smiles and hugs... Thanks Hadley and Braden! You guys were perfect!!! XO
Monday, November 15, 2010
Boys being Boys!... |Bay Area Children's Photographer
I know I say it every time, but I just have to!... These two boys were darling and so great to capture!!! They were hilarious running around playing basketball, riding bikes, climbing in tress, drawing with chalk, telling me about school, hiding in buckets and of course hugs for Mom and Dad here and there! A great photo session on a wonderful fall day! Big thanks you two for keeping me on my toes and making me laugh! You guys did awesome! XO
Thursday, November 11, 2010
Jillian and Terry... |Bay Area Children's Photographer
These two kiddos were amazing siblings to capture... They were perfect! They hugged and snuggled every time they sat near each other! I could not have asked for anything better!!! Big "Thank You" to Jillian and Terry for being such great kiddos for their photo session! You guys were awesome :) XO
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
Holiday Gift Ideas!... |Bay Area Photographer
I am so excited and wanted to share one of the gift products I will be offering this holiday season... This fun wall art featuring your family/kiddos/four legged friend... More details to come ;)
Monday, November 8, 2010
Baby Elle... |Bay Area Children's Photographer
There is just something so special about a newborn that just makes you smile :) Baby Elle was just 10 days old when I was lucky enough to capture some amazing photos of her! She was the best baby who was happy to just lay in front of the camera. She only woke up a few times, just long enough for me to get some pics of her baby blue's ;)
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
November... |Bay Area Photographer
November is officially here! I have a few more sessions available if you are looking to book that last minute family photo session for Holiday cards or amazing family gifts... Feel free to contact me: firstname.lastname@example.com
Happy November!
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Discussion in 'Windows Desktop Systems' started by Corvette, Aug 28, 2003.
So what do you like the most about Thunderbird?
bayesian filtering and ease of use.
Thunderbird? What the hell is that.
I came to this thread (from the front page) in the hope we were talking about the puppets...looking at the choices on the poll i think i am mistaken!
Thunderbird: Mozilla.org's standalone mail/newsgroup client. I now use it. And Teddy, What client do you use?
Yes, all new junk mail filtering puppets (dammit >_< I so want one now)
Seriously though, Thunderbird is a stand-alone mail client based on Mozilla mail.
Info etc here: http://www.mozilla.org/projects/thunderbird/release-notes.html
Well if your using Netscape 7.1 or Mozilla 1.4 or later, You typically have Thunderbird's features because Thunderbird is based off Mozilla 1.5 beta's mail client so that's why it has the junk mail filtering
Bayesian filtering, without a doubt
The filtering.
I chose all 4 because I picked the answers based on my favorite features. And anyway those are the star features (And if you use N 7.1, Moz 1.4 or later you may vote because Thunderbird is based off it)
I use Opera....its perfect for my needs.
I recommend it highly.
Apologies for my ignorance!
Each to their own, I quite like the Opera browser
I like it because it's the cheapest wine you can buy.
This is starting to go off topic,
I'll make a Oprea feature poll
It's not going off topic.
But I see people are talking about Oprea (Ahh maybe they like oprea)
One person commented that he likes opera, it's a thread about a mail client, of course people are going to comment on the alternatives that they like.
Anyway, Who voted for themes (Well I made the first one but who made the second one?)

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Deep split in Port Authority over WTC tower
NEW YORK (AP) — A discussion over the future of the 3 World Trade Center tower has exposed deep rifts among board members of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey.
The discussion at Wednesday's monthly board meeting followed an update in which Port Authority executive director Pat Foye briefed the board on negotiations with developer Larry Silverstein.
The Port Authority has come under criticism for proposing to commit more than $1 billion as a loan guarantee to complete the project.
While some board members registered support for the potential deal, board member Kenneth Lipper called it "obscene" and "a scandalous over-reach into the public cookie jar." Lipper contends the Port Authority shouldn't use money taken from bridge and tunnel toll payers and airport users to fund a project by a private developer.


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Millennials are a generation forced to become entrepreneurs. Many are starting businesses out of dorm rooms. They need someone to encourage that hustle." -Grant Cardone
Miami Beach, FL (PRWEB) March 22, 2014
New York Times Bestselling author, entrepreneur and self-made multimillionaire, Grant Cardone, is now adding another title to his talents, "Millennial Mentor." His new weekly web stream called "Young Hustlers," which offers practical advice on matters affecting 18-32 year olds, airs each Thursday at 1 pm EST on http://www.grantcardone.com/younghustlers. The show then resides on his popular YouTube channel along with over 1200 other videos of free content designed to help people break out of the middle class and into success.
Cardone's co-host and protégé, 30 year-old VP of Sales Jarrod Glandt, offers the real life example of the power of mentorship. During the show they banter back and forth, field calls from listeners and offer practical advice to loyal followers. Young Hustlers first aired back in November 2013. After both Glandt and Cardone's twitter feeds and emails exploded with praise requesting more shows, the duo knew they were on to something big.
Grant Cardone explains, "a lot of people reading my books, listening to my audio programs, connecting with me on Twitter and Facebook are in that 18-32 age range. They are the most educated generation in American history and are affected by a rough economy. They want advice from a guy like me who communicates in a way they relate to. Millennials are a generation forced to become entrepreneurs. Many are starting businesses out of dorm rooms. They need someone to encourage that hustle."
Jarrod Glandt who has been working closely with Cardone for four years stalked and begged Cardone for weeks to take him on as a sales rep. His persistence earned Grant's attention, which led to Grant hiring him at an intro salary of $3,000 a month. Glandt was sleeping on an air mattress wondering how he'd pay his bills but he paid attention and committed to learning all he could from a successful mentor and suggests every millennial does the same. These days Jarrod Glandt, now 30, is making 6 figures a year and has also started to follow Cardone's advice of creating multiple flows of income via real estate ventures.
Glandt adds, "I meet guys my age during client visits who use our CardoneOnDemand and CardoneUniversity web-based sales training and they greet Grant and I like we're rock stars. Grant was already doing The Cardone Zone radio show that is also streamed and found on YouTube. I thought if Grant is a mentor to me, he could mentor my whole generation through web streams and social media. Why not do a show just for millennials?"
The show tackles topics ranging from money management, debunking old middle class myths that don't work in this new economy, handling debt, and generating income. Cardone recently advised millennials to hold off on paying for college debt until they have generated enough income to be self-reliant (out of parents home) and well on their way in building financial security. He also encourages multiple revenue flows and urges millennials to be an entrepreneur within their workplace creating a skill set that they become known and valued for. The duo even get calls and tweets from Gen Y women urging guys to "man up" because "the women are leaving them in the dust." The show concludes with the sign off found throughout the Cardone brand. "Be great, nothing else pays."
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A Scout's Eye View of Jordan ZimmermannApril 22, 2009
In one of his first media interviews back in 2004, then general manager Jim Bowden made it very clear that first priority—his only priority really—was to stock the Nationals' barren farm system with pitching talent. "You develop pitchers," Bowden said, "and you find the bats through trades and free agency."
And so we watched as all those unknown names with a "P" next to their name were taken in the Amateur Draft in 2005, and 2006, and 2007, and we happily waited for them to mature from Minor League prospects into Major League pitchers.
And we waited.
In 2005, Marco Estrada was taken in the sixth round, Jack Spradlin in the eighth, and John Lannan in the 11th. Craig Stammen came one round later. In 2006, the Nationals added Colten Willems in the first round, Cory Van Allen in the fifth, Cole Kimball in the 12th, and Hassan Pena in the 13th. Ross Detwiler (First), Josh Smoker (First), Jordan Zimmermann (Second), Jack McGeary (Sixth) and Adrian Alaniz (12th) came in 2007.
And still we waited.
Um...excuse me, Jimbo, how long does it take to develop Major League pitchers?
Among those players, perhaps a half dozen were expected to blossom into capable big leaguers, almost none of them have shown that they might pitch in the Major Leagues one day.
The answer is, then, that it takes a very long time to develop a Major League pitcher. For the Nationals, from those thirteen respected Minor League prospects, one player—John Lannan—has successfully made the transition to the Major Leagues.
And Lannan was an 11th round pick. Ross Detwiler, the much-heralded first round selection in 2007 who was supposed to already be in the Nationals' rotation, had a rough year at Potomac (A) last year and isn't looking much better at Harrisburg (AA) in 2009.
An 11th round pick succeeds where a first rounder struggles. Go figure.
To this point, I don't think any of us knew exactly what a "real" pitching prospect looked like and therefore didn't know what to expect. Was Detwiler making satisfactory progress? Was he a "can't-miss" prospect?
It was hard to say because we had no one to compare him to.
That is, until Jordan Zimmermann entered the scene. Zimmermann, a second round pick, came from a cold-weather state (Wisconsin) and a Division III college (Wisconsin Stevens-Point).
He was a total unknown.
Lannan's rise to the Major Leagues was meteoric. In less than three Minor League seasons, Lannan compiled a 21-16 record with a 3.89 ERA, very good for the minors.
Well, if that was meteoric, then Jordan Zimmermann got to the majors at warp eight.
Zimmermann, in less than two full seasons in the minors, compiled a record of 15-5 with a 2.74 ERA and a tremendous WHIP (base runners allowed per inning) of 1.17. By way of comparison, Roger Clemens had the same 1.17 WHIP over his Major League career.
In other words, that's pretty good.
Clemens spent parts of two seasons in the Minors before joining the Red Sox. Jake Peavy joined the Padres in less than three years, the same as Greg Maddux. Tom Glavine arrived after two years.
The point I'm making is that while many All-Star hitters remain in the Minors for four or five years, the star pitchers tend to land in the Majors much faster. The average time spent in the minors for the last eight National League ERA leaders is 2.7 years. Further, when they get there, they tend to stay there.
How good is Jordan Zimmermann? It's hard to say after just one game, but Washington Post sportswriter Dave Sheinin talked to a scout who watched Zimmermann pitch against the Braves on Tuesday. Sheinin said that this particular scout is usually conservative in his opinion, which makes his opinion even more impressive:
"I really like him. Everybody talks about his velocity, but I like the potential for both of his breaking balls. His slider is very good. Once he finds his true velocity, I think he'll eventually pitch at 92 [mph] with two very good breaking balls. His change up is his worst pitch, but he has the potential to be a true four-pitch pitcher."
"I had him topped out at 95, but he was really comfortable at 92, 93, and I think that's where he's going to settle in. The one thing that bothers me in his delivery is [that] he flies open a little bit. And his command in the strike zone—he throws a lot of strikes, but they weren't all necessarily quality strikes. He was getting hit hardest on his fastballs. His fastball command was a little less consistent than I'm sure he would've liked."
"I think he's going to be a solid rotation guy—or maybe better than that. He has the potential to be a [number] 1 or 2. If I had to pencil him right now, I'd call him a 2. But I tell you, if they draft [Stephen] Strasburg and get him signed, and if this kid [Zimmermann] does what he's supposed to do, that's a hell of a back-to-back. If they come up with a third pitcher, they're the Florida Marlins. They could really have something here."
That last paragraph is most telling. If Zimmermann is "as advertised," and the Nationals' sign Steven Strasburg as anticipated, Washington could have—as quickly as 2010—two No. 1 starters in their rotation. John Lannan would then become the No. 3 starter, which is what most scouts believe he is. Add Scott Olsen and Shairon Martis and the Nationals could have a formidable rotation, and sooner rather than later.
The Nationals' starters had a 13.20 ERA in their first starts this season, and a 4.84 ERA the second time through the rotation. The third time was the charm, as the starters—including Zimmermann—posted a 2.67 ERA.
It's vogue to scoff at the Washington Nationals these days, and it drives me crazy because these so-called experts are basing their opinions on that 1-10 start and not the reason for the start or the true ability of the team.
I think the Nationals will make up for that horrid start over the course of the year and still think they can reach 75 wins if they can avoid another long losing streak.
And if Steven Strasburg is the real deal, then it just might be a very special year.


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Take a look at the below list of Top 10 Best Selling Bass Headphones in The world 2017. If you are like most music enthusiasts, you want the sound quality of a concert or club regardless of where you are. If this is the case, it's worth noting that grabbing a pair of quality bass headphones can go a long way in providing heart throbbing lows you desire, right at the comfort of your own living room. Generally speaking, achieving deep, ground-shaking bass without pissing off your neighbors or family members can provide a challenge. The only option you have is to seal in every decibel through investing in an effective pair of headphones.
While a number of factors such as comfort and performance come in to play when shopping around for bass headphones, it's worth noting that there are a number of quality brands available on the market possessing the perfect blend of features. This means that finding the perfect audio accessory shouldn't be that much of a hassle if you know what to look for. However, we have compiled a list of the best selling bass headphones this year to help you out in your quest.
List of Top 10 Best Selling Bass Headphones in The world 2017
In the long run, you not only want headphones that sound great, but also headphones that look and feel the part. To put this into better perspective, here is a list of the top 10 best selling headphones this year, for chill-inducing audio experiences.
10. V-Moda Crossfade M-100
In recent times, V-Moda has been amassing a large cult-like following thanks to products such as the Crossfade M-100. These headphones pack plenty of power and impeccable range with 50mm drivers baked into each ear cup to begin with. On the surface, the headphones will likely not impress you being that they sport an industrial design complete with exposed metal and screws. On the ear cups' exterior are interchangeable metallic plates referred to as shields, which work at blocking outside noise. While they aren't the most accurate earphones on this list, they pack plenty of bass at consistent clip. This means you can listen to music continuously without worrying about them caving in at some point.
9. Audio-Technica ATH-PRO700MK2
If you are on the lookout for a quality sound at an affordable price, these headphones are certainly a safe bet. The ATH-PRO700MK2's have great all-round sound, with an emphasis on the lows, though. Similar to the V-Moda's above, they pack plenty of bass and this can be attributed to the 53mm drivers baked in each ear cup. Speaking of ear cups, it's worth mentioning that comfort has been well taken care of. The swiveling ear cups and headband are neatly padded to allow continuous listening for extended periods more so for disc jockeys. They are also aesthetically pleasing, coming in an alluring black hue with silver accents, foldable design and two detachable 1.2m cables.
8. Beyerdynamic Custom One Pro
Audiophiles are aware of the German brand thanks to a string of high quality products such as the Custom One pro. In a nutshell, this headphones strike the perfect combination of audio accuracy, with powerful bass and hence, making them a best-seller in the niche for obvious reasons. In fact, they sport a tiny slider at the bottom of each ear cup that allow you to choose from four different audio styles – vibrant bass, light bass, linear or heavy bass. Therefore, you can set it to linear – the flattest sound – if you are listening to some classic music. On the other hand, slide it to heavy bass when listening to some EDM music and you're good to go. With the Custom One Pro, it doesn't stop at customizable sounds as you also get to choose from a wide array of colors too.
7. Sony MDR XB800
Of course, no audiophile review is ever complete without at least one Sony product and this is proof. The MDRXB800 headphones have been designed for those seeking plenty of power, but on a budget. The affordable headphones deliver an all-round audio quality, with extra emphasis on the lows facilitated by effective 50 mm drivers in each cup. The ear cups are well-padded for comfortable, continuous playing and while they are technically regarded as over-ears headphones, they have a resemblance with on-ears accessories due to the fact that they bear no depression to fit into your ears. Overall, though, these headphones by Sony will have you bumping to every beat regardless of whether you are listening to classic music or reggae.
JVC has been around for quite some time now and you can almost always be guaranteed of great products with every purchase. If you are yearning for plenty of bass at consistent clip, look no further than the HA-SZ2000. Unlike other accessories on our review, these headphones derive their insane bass from the impeccable design. In short, it is their build quality that makes them perfect for bass. Sure, they are overly large compared to other product on here, but this only makes them more powerful if anything. They sport extra padding on each ear cup, tucked in synthetic leather for enhanced comfort levels regardless of how long you wear them. It's not that hard to see why they rank among the best selling products this year. This is one of the Top 10 Best Selling Bass Headphones in The World 2017.
5. Monster Inspiration
The Inspiration headphones were designed for the modern audiophile with emphasis on the aesthetics as well as the lows of course. The large pair of over-ears packs plenty of power, complete with rectangular-shaped ear cups for comfort. While the brand parted ways with Beats by Dre long time ago, it still manufactures high-quality products and the Inspiration is proof enough. It sports a fitting, extra-padded headband covered in leather, a foldable design just in case you want to carry it around everywhere you go, three detachable audio cables and remotes designed for use with either iOS or Android devices. You also have the option of grey, white, black or silver Inspiration headphones, meaning it shouldn't be much of a hassle finding one that tickles your fancy.
4. JBL Everest Elite 700
The Everest Elite 700 by JBL is not only eye candy, but also one of the best bass headphones on the market currently. As a brand, JBL has a knack for manufacturing some of the best bass producing accessories and the Elite is no different. It offers great bang for the buck going by its great performance-to-price ratio according to critics. Besides the slightly angled ear cups and extra padding, they also sport effective noise cancelling features meaning you are well guarded from annoying noises outside. Topping the list of impressive features, though, is the exclusive TruNote technology designed to calibrate the dinner to your ears with the push of a button. It also allows you to manually adjust the sound via a JBL app on your device just in case you don't like the initial settings from the get go. It is a great product, but what else could you expect from a company such as JBL?
3. Sennheiser HD 650
While this is a review on the best selling bass headphones, it's worth mentioning that these Sennheiser headphones are renowned for their premium all-round sound. Sure, they aren't what you'd call brand new, being that they've been on the market for quite a while now, but good sound is timeless and the HD 650 is proof of this. They pack a wide frequency range compared to the rest on this list and thanks to the innovative open back design; you can achieve a more natural sound defined by great highs, impeccable mids and exceptional lows. The fact that they are crafted from lightweight aluminum with extra padding on the cups only goes to show how comfortable they are especially for continuous playing of music.
2. Skullcandy Crusher
If you are looking for insane bass, you can bet on the crushers to deliver in a huge way. For starters, these headphones come packing an in-built amp, meaning you won't need an external amp to get more power on the lows. All you need is to juice it up with a single AA battery and voila, you're good to go for up to 40 hours of playback. Of course, the power from your device isn't enough to power the internal amp just in case you are wondering whether the AA battery is really necessary. To save on battery, though, the Crushers sport an auto-off feature that automatically turns off the amp if it's not on your head. They are affordable and powerful – the main reasons behind their success as the second best selling bass headphones this year.
1. Beats Studio 2.0
How can this list be complete without a Beats product? The bottom line is, Beats will always come up in any bass headphone conversation and for good reason. The Studio 2.0 is designed for finicky audiophiles with emphasis on accuracy. They pack plenty of bass, alongside a number of great design features such as a foldable design, noise cancellation feature, built in mic for hands-free calling and extended battery life for continuous playback. They lie on top of the food chain and it's not that hard to see why. If you are into plenty of bass, fitted in one compact, aesthetically pleasing package, there's no better place t look.
These are the Top 10 Best Selling Bass Headphones in The world 2017. The long and short of it is the headphones above rank among the best selling products this year for valid reasons. Not only do you get great value for your investment, but also plenty of bass to keep you going and bumping throughout. If you are looking for effective bass headphones, simply choose one from the above and you're good to go.


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Last Thursday was an exciting and mementos day for me and The Little Epicurean. A photograph of my s'mores cupcake and a little snippet about my blog was mentioned in the Foods Section of the Los Angeles Times! I've never been so happy to see my name in print.
Baked Chocolate Donut
makes 24 mini donuts
- 100 g all purpose flour
- 25 g unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp espresso powder
- 75 g granulated sugar
- 15 g unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 100 g whole milk
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla paste
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Prepare a piping bag fitted with a small round tip. Lightly grease mini donut pan with cooking spray ( Pam, Baker's Joy) or use a non stick donut pan.
2. Sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt and espresso powder. Place into a medium size bowl and whisk in sugar. Set aside.
3. Whisk together melted butter, egg, milk and vanilla paste.
4. Add wet ingredients to bowl of dry ingredients. Mix well until combined and there are no dry streaks of flour left.
5. Fill prepared piping bag with batter. Pipe batter into prepared donut pans, filling mold a little over half full. Bake 8-10 minutes. Let cool in pan for 2 minutes before unmolding. Let donuts cool on rack before frosting or decorating.
Chocolate Glaze
- 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 Tbsp light corn syrup
- 2 tsp honey
- 2 Tbsp whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla paste
1. Melt together chocolate chips, butter, corn syrup, honey, and milk in the microwave at 15 second intervals. Once melted, add vanilla paste and stir until combined. Let sit for a couple minutes to thicken.
2. Dip tops of donuts into the chocolate glaze. Sprinkle with your choice of topping (chocolate jimmies, chopped nuts) Let cool at room temperature for glaze to set.
3. If glaze gets too stiff or thick, microwave at 15 second intervals until fluid. You can also flavor the glaze with extracts and oils.
Spice Donuts
- 1 1/2 cup all purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp More Than Cake Pumpkin Spice powder or substitute pumpkin pie spice or ground nutmeg
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla paste
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease mini donut pan with cooking spray or vegetable oil. Prepare a piping bag with a small round tip.
2. Sift together flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and pumpkin spice powder. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, beat together sugar and egg until thick and light in color.
4. Add dry ingredients to sugar egg mixture. Mix until combined.
5. Whisk together oil, milk and paste paste. Add to batter in two additions until incorporated. Let batter stand for 3-5 minutes to thicken.
6. Transfer batter to prepared piping bag. Pipe batter into donut pan filling each mold a little over half full. Bake 10-12 minutes. Let cool in pan for 2 minutes before unmolding. Let cool on rack until ready to decorate.
Sugar Glaze
- 1 cup confectioner's sugar, sifted
- 2 Tbsp whole milk
- 1/2 tsp More Than Cake Pumpkin Spice powder
- 1/2 tsp vanilla paste
- a couple drops of orange food coloring, if desired
1. In a small bowl, mix together all the ingredients. Stir until smooth and thick. Add additional confectioner's sugar if necessary.
2. Dip tops on donut into the glaze. Decorate. Let cool on rack to set glaze.
3. If glaze hardens too fast, microwave at 10 second intervals until fluid.


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Nova Scotia's incoming premier says the Muskrat Falls hydroelectric project in Labrador won't have his Liberal government's support unless the price of power is cheaper for customers in his province.
One day after winning a commanding majority government, Stephen McNeil said that's the message he will deliver to Premier Kathy Dunderdale of Newfoundland and Labrador.
McNeil said he agrees with a decision by Nova Scotia's Utility and Review Board that his province needs access to more of the power from the development at a better price.
He said Nova Scotia private utility company Emera, which is proposing to build the $1.5-billion Maritime Link that would ship electricity to his province, is free to proceed with it.
Darrell Dexter, the former NDP premier of Nova Scotia, was a proponent of the $7.7-billion project that would transmit power from Labrador to Newfoundland and Cape Breton through subsea links.
McNeil's Liberals won 33 seats in the 51-seat legislature, while the New Democrats were relegated to third-party status with seven seats.
The Progressive Conservatives become the Opposition with 11 members elected.
No change in deal
According to Dunderdale, there's no concern that the deal with Emera will fall through.
"Our contract — our agreement — is with Emera. They're going to sell the power to Nova Scotia," she said.
Dunderdale said that during negotiations, the province took into consideration the possibility that a different government may take over in Nova Scotia.
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Dunderdale said she's not worried that legislation could be drafted in Nova Scotia to stop the maritime link component of the project.
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Very interesting! Ultra capacitors and Li-ion batteries are both used in Prius type hybrid vehicles. The ultracapacitors provide the burst of energy required for rapid acceleration and startup, while the batteries provide the energy density required for sustained driving. Ofcourse, a goal for ultra capacitors has been to increase the energy density so they could replace the Li-ion type batteries completely. The additional benefit would also include very rapid charging of such ultracapacitor based energy storage systems. (Source: Green Car Congress)
Researchers Develop Nanocomposite Paper Energy Storage Devices That Can Function as Batteries or Supercapacitors
Researchers Develop Nanocomposite Paper Energy Storage Devices That Can Function as Batteries or SupercapacitorsResearchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) have developed a new nanocomposite paper energy storage technology which integrates the three basic components of an electrochemical storage device—electrode, separator and electrolyte—into single contiguous nanocomposite units that can serve as building blocks for a variety of thin, mechanically flexible energy storage devices.
These units can build various flexible battery, supercapacitor, hybrid, and dual-storage battery-in-supercapacitor devices. The nanoengineered battery is lightweight, ultra-thin and completely flexible, and can function in temperatures up to 300 degrees Fahrenheit and down to 100 below zero.
Details of the project are outlined in the paper "Flexible Energy Storage Devices Based on Nanocomposite Paper" to be published in the 21 August issue of the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.
To build the devices, the researchers combined two essential materials—cellulose and carbon nanotubes (CNTs)—that fit the characteristics of spacer and electrode and provide inherent flexibility as well as porosity to the system.
More than 90% of the device is made up of cellulose. Rensselaer researchers infused this paper with aligned carbon nanotubes, which give the device its black color. The nanotubes act as electrodes and allow the storage devices to conduct electricity. The device, engineered to function as both a lithium-ion battery and a supercapacitor, can provide the long, steady power output comparable to a conventional battery, as well as a supercapacitor's quick burst of high energy.
Two different fabrications of the device as a supercapacitor, one with an aqueous, the other with a non-aqueous electrolyte, yielded calculated specific capacitances of 36F/g and 22 F/g, respectively, with operating voltages of about 0.9 V and about 2.3V respectively.
A power density of 1.5 kW·kg-1 (energy density, ~ 13 Wh/kg) is obtained at room temperature for the nanocomposite (RTIL) [non-aqueous] supercapacitor, which are within reported ranges (0.01–10 kW·kg-1) of commercial supercapacitors and comparable to flexible devices reported.
Fabricated as a lithium-ion battery, the device used a of RTIL (room temperature ionic liquid)-free nanocomposite as cathode and a thin evaporated Li-metal layer as anode, with Al foil on both sides as current collectors. Aqueous LiPF6 in ethylene carbonate and dimethyl carbonate (1:1 vol/vol) is used as the electrolyte.
The charge-discharge cycles of the battery were measured between 3.6 and 0.1 V, at a constant current of 10 mA/g. A large irreversible-capacity (~430 mAh/g) is observed during the first charge-discharge cycle, and further charge–discharge cycles resulted in a reversible capacity of 110 mAh/g.
In recent years, supercapacitors coupled with batteries have been considered as promising hybrid devices to combine the best features of a battery and a supercapacitor. We show that our battery and supercapacitor devices could be integrated in parallel to build hybrids, as reported for conventional hybrids.
…In addition to this traditional hybrid, the nanocomposite units also allow for building new kinds of merged hybrid devices with three terminals… which would act as both battery and supercapacitor (a dual-storage device).
The device can be rolled, twisted, folded, or cut into any number of shapes with no loss of mechanical integrity or efficiency. The paper batteries can also be stacked, like a ream of printer paper, to boost the total power output.
The creation of this unique nanocomposite paper drew from a diverse pool of disciplines, requiring expertise in materials science, energy storage, and chemistry. Along with Linhardt, authors of the paper include Pulickel M. Ajayan, professor of materials science and engineering, and Omkaram Nalamasu, professor of chemistry with a joint appointment in materials science and engineering. Senior research specialist Victor Pushparaj, along with postdoctoral research associates Shaijumon M. Manikoth, Ashavani Kumar, and Saravanababu Murugesan, were co-authors and lead researchers of the project. Other co-authors include research associate Lijie Ci and Rensselaer Nanotechnology Center Laboratory Manager Robert Vajtai.
The team of researchers has already filed a patent protecting the invention. They are now working on ways to boost the efficiency of the batteries and supercapacitors, and investigating different manufacturing techniques.
The paper energy storage device project was supported by the New York State Office of Science, Technology, and Academic Research (NYSTAR), as well as the National Science Foundation (NSF) through the Nanoscale Science and Engineering Center at Rensselaer.
- Victor L. Pushparaj, Shaijumon M. Manikoth, Ashavani Kumar, Saravanababu Murugesan, Lijie Ci, Robert Vajtai, Robert J. Linhardt, Omkaram Nalamasu, and Pulickel M. Ajayan; "Flexible energy storage devices based on nanocomposite paper"; PNAS 21 August 2007 Vol. 104 No. 34 13574–13577 http://www.pnas.org.cgi.doi.10.1073.pnas.0706508104


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These are the things that I would like you to understand about me before you judge me...
Please understand that being sick doesn't mean I'm not still a human being. I have to spend most of my day flat on my back in bed and I might not seem like great company, but I'm still me stuck inside this body. I still worry about school and work and my family and friends, and most of the time I'd still like to hear you talk about yours too.
Please understand the difference between "happy" and "healthy". When you've got the flu you probably feel miserable with it, but I've been sick for years. I can't be miserable all the time, in fact I work hard at not being miserable. So if you're talking to me and I sound happy, it means I'm happy. That's all. I may be tired. I may be in pain. I may be sicker than ever. Please, don't say, "Oh, you're sounding better!" I am not sounding better, I am sounding happy. If you want to comment on that, you're welcome.
Please understand that being able to stand up for five minutes, doesn't necessarily mean that I can stand up for ten minutes, or an hour. It's quite likely that doing that five minutes has exhausted my resources and I'll need to recover - imagine an athlete after a race. They couldn't repeat that feat right away either. With a lot of diseases you're either paralyzed or you can move. With this one it gets more confusing.
Please repeat the above paragraph substituting, "sitting up", "walking", "thinking", "being sociable" and so on .... it applies to everything. That's what a fatigue-based illness does to you.
Please understand that chronic illnesses are variable. It's quite possible (for me, it's common) that one day I am able to walk to the park and back, while the next day I'll have trouble getting to the kitchen. Please don't attack me when I'm ill by saying, "But you did it before!" If you want me to do something, ask if I can and I'll tell you. In a similar vein, I may need to cancel an invitation at the last minute, if this happens please don't take it personally.
Please understand that "getting out and doing things" does not make me feel better, and can often make me seriously worse. Fibromyalgia may cause secondary depression (wouldn't you get depressed if you were stuck in bed for years on end!?) but it is not caused by depression. Telling me that I need some fresh air and exercise is not appreciated and not correct - if I could do it, I would.
Please understand that if I say I have to sit down / lie down / take these pills now, that I do have to do it right now - it can't be put off or forgotten just because I'm doing something. Fibromyalgia does not forgive.
Please understand that I can't spend all of my energy trying to get well. With a short-term illness like the flu, you can afford to put life on hold for a week or two while you get well. But part of having a chronic illness is coming to the realization that you have to spend some energy on having a life now. This doesn't mean I'm not trying to get better. It doesn't mean I've given up. It's just how life is when you're dealing with a chronic illness.
If you want to suggest a cure to me, please don't. It's not because I don't appreciate the thought, and it's not because I don't want to get well. It's because I have had almost every single one of my friends suggest one at one point or another. At first I tried them all, but then I realized that I was using up so much energy trying things that I was making myself sicker, not better. If there was something that cured, or even helped, all people with Fibro then we'd know about it. This is not a drug-company conspiracy, there is worldwide networking (both on and off the Internet) between people with Fibro, if something worked we would KNOW.
If after reading that, you still want to suggest a cure, then do it, preferably in writing, but don't expect me to rush out and try it. If I haven't had it suggested before, I'll take what you said and discuss it with my doctor.
Please understand that getting better from an illness like this can be very slow. People with Fibro have so many systems in their bodies out of equilibrium, and functioning wrongly, that it may take a long time to sort everything out.
I depend on you - people who are not sick - for many things.
But most importantly, I need you to understand me.
I have lupus and while I am no where near the state you are in ~ I can still sympathize with you on a lot of what you wrote! I get so tired of people saying things like "but you look fine" ~ grrrr....makes me so mad! You can't see my pain or my fatigue but that doesn't mean it is not there. I am so sorry you have to endure this everyday and I have so much respect and admiration for you that you do it and with so much dignity and such a posititve attitude. God bless you!
Hello! My name is Lisa and I just joined the Siggy City group/ I have fibro also and can totally relate to how you feel. I have two grown daughters and they both think I'm crazy. I send them things to read and my youngest doesn't believe it even is a real thing. So no judgement here just support and understanding. Take care of your self. I was also wondering where you got your fibro graphics at the bottom there. I hope you have a good Easter weekend. Lisa - kittykrazy
Sounds like you could use a good group for depression support! I have it!
I have a great staff and the members are totally awesome ! Very supportive and we have ladies with all kinds of physical and mental illnesses.... please check us out ...
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This meeting explored ways to accelerate existing reforms for the improvement of the investment climate in Africa. It also identified key challenges and conditions for increased investment in sectors crucial to reinforcing Africa's productive capacities.
This roundtable looked at how investment policies can contribute to the recovery from the global crisis and improve the development prospects across Asia. It will also consider how the G20 Seoul Development Consensus for Shared Growth can promote private sector involvement and innovation.
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Discussions at this conference focused on how financial reforms should provide a better, sustainable balance between stability and growth and how measures to strengthen the savings-investment channel should foster sustainable growth and development.
This study provides an empirical review of the role of governments, the private sector, regional economic institutions and the broader international community in driving economic diversification in Africa.
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This report covers investment measures taken between 16 September 2010 and 15 February 2011. Information presented in this report has also been used for two joint reports by WTO, OECD and UNCTAD, released on 14 June and 4 November 2010, respectively, in response to the G20 Leaders' request of 2 April 2009 for quarterly public reporting on their adherence to their trade and investment policy commitments.
This meeting focused on improving the quality of SOE boards, empowering SOE boards, holding SOE boards accountable through effective evaluation and the role of stakeholders in SOE governance.
Agreed on a consensus basis by participants to the OECD-Asian Roundtable on Corporate Governance, the White Paper on Corporate Governance in Asia is an action plan for improving corporate governance in Asia.
The OECD and the International Law Students Association (ILSA) joined together to develop the compromis for the 2011 Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition. TheOECD Anti-Bribery Convention and the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises formed part of the dispute.
Recommendations to improve corporate governance in Asia were adopted by the Asian Roundtable on Corporate Governance in 2003. This report summarises the results of a stocktaking exercise to determine progress made to date and remaining implementation challenges.
This page contains all information relating to implementation of the OECD Anti-Bribery Convention in Bulgaria.


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Warm and waterproof, the Didriksons Hana is a multi-functional jacket with a variety of features - a shorter fitting jacket with a soft shell removable inner lining, and a waterproof outer lining, for those wanting a comfortable, versatile jacket, which can be utlised year-round. Waterproof, windproof and breathable, the Hana jacket a superb outdoor jacket for any outdoor occasion and is also available in two colours, Black and Midnight.
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Price Range * Dinner under $20 (AUD)
Owned and operated by a young Italian couple and recommended by TripAdvisor, The Guardian, Chef Matt Preston, DUOMagazine, TravelTalk and Visit QLD, The Early Bird was established in 2015 and is'the' place to be!
Theirs is a quirky little place overlooking the stunning Horseshoe Bay, on Magnetic Island, across from the tourist strip of the beachfront.
Their team is made of a cheerful yet professional and efficient bunch of people, who have created a simple relaxing atmosphere for locals and tourists alike. They deeply love what they do, and they do it with love! Their food is fresh, rustically prepared and appreciated by many food lovers!
Their menu is seasonal, because they proudly use only the best locally sourced produce available. Their sourdough bread, for example, comes from the best artisan bakery of North Queensland (Three Loaves Bakehouse), their coffee is ethically sourced and locally roasted by Coffee Dominion, they bake their own cakes and scones on daily basis and they offer a huge selection of organic loose leaves teas and herbal infusions, stocked by The Tea Centre.
They are also a fully licensed bar, offering an Italo-Australian cocktail menu, artisan beers and a seasonal selection of wines.
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Almost everywhere in this world we see the green color. Colors tend to be thought to impact the way in which all of us really feel as well as the actions. Consider yellow color for an instance. Yellow color is really a pleased color. Yellow color signifies pleasure, companionship as well as knowledge. Whenever we imagine somebody becoming unfortunate or even stressed out, the very first color that always involves the thoughts is actually dark and in no way yellow. Such as yellow, the green color also offers its means and impact. It is produced from a combination of yellow as well as blue. This is called the color of character, existence, prosperity, well-being, development, tranquility not to mention money. Green bedroom color scheme within Feng Shui is actually restoration, clean power as well as brand new starts. Feng Shui is historical Chinese knowledge to help setting up house to gain wellness, joy and wealth.
Green bedroom color scheme is great to your bedroom ideas atmosphere. It is been stated how the color of green calms your anxiety and help the body to relax. It will help unwind us psychologically in addition to relieve depressive disorders and anxiousness. That is the reason this particular fortunate color is ideal for the bedroom ideas. The bedroom may be the one space in the home that people turn to unwind as well as relax, so why do not you allow it to be an optimistic encounter? The green color can perform that and much more. Within Feng Shui for the best bedroom ideas, resting good doorway may bring about tension, becoming easily irritated and health issues.
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BATAVIA, N.Y. (WIVB) – Two men were arrested last week and charged with breaking into several homes in Genesee County.
Shaumyk Santiago, 21, and June Beltran, 36, both of Rochester, have been charged with second degree burglary. Investigators say some of the stolen items were recovered at pawn shops in and around the City of Rochester.
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Reports ask whether the rooftop solar programme, launched by the State government a fortnight ago, be a boon to the power-starved State?
Several experts in the field are of the view that the scheme might fail, if not implemented with utmost care. It is pointed out that for a mass project which has no parallels in Kerala in terms of technology integration, a failure at the grassroots level will be counterproductive in the long-term.
The pilot project, envisaged to provide off-grid power of one kilowatt each to 10,000 households, comes with a subsidy of about Rs.92,000 to each beneficiary. The project, intended to produce 10MW power in total, is being implemented through Agency for Non-Conventional Energy and Rural Technology (Anert).
The consumer has to register with Anert to be eligible for the subsidy comprising Rs.81,000 from Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) and Rs.39,000 from Anert. The beneficiary will incur a cost of Rs.2 – 2.5 lakh or more, including subsidy element.
Fourteen agencies have been empanelled by Anert for the consumer to choose from in order to undertake the installation across the State. Out of this, 13 belong to other States, but have associates and dealers in Kerala. The arrangement has potential for trouble, says Georgekutty. K, who owns Lifeway Solar, an enterprise in the solar photovoltaic sector and has set up solar power generation systems in Ernakulam.
The photovoltaic system needs periodic maintenance and the agency is bound by a warranty stretching 5 years, but it will be easier for at least some of the agencies outside the State to get away with inefficient handling. Mr. Georgekutty, who is also the secretary of the 16-member Kerala Renewable Energy Entrepreneurs and Promoters' Association (Kreepa), cautions that inefficient post-installation service could sound a death knell to the solar photovoltaic initiative.
Shinu Kuriakose, owner of a bakery unit at Thodupuzha where a 10 kw solar photovoltaic system has been installed over a year ago, says that there are immense possibilities for the consumer being cheated. The agency should ensure production of 4 units of power daily on an average, as envisaged in the scheme. He cautions against use of inferior gadgets which would result in lesser efficiency. The consumer has a responsibility to make sure that the installed equipments are worthy and should not get carried away by the promises of the handling agency.
J.K. Thomas, Managing Director of Malankara Plantations Limited, who has installed a 15 kw solar PV system at the headquarters building at Kottayam, about a year ago, says that there is a possibility that the ignorant customer is misguided on the performance of the system.
The inverter used in the system was made in USA, but it had to be replaced three or four times.
The success of the programme rests on the kind of quality material used, says Vijay ranjan, marketing Manager, Team Sustain, another enterprise in the solar PV sector which has installed a few solar power generating units in the State. His apprehension is that there won't be 100 per cent capacity fulfilment under the conditions prescribed by Anert.
M.Jayaraju, Director of Anert, said about 7,000 people have already registered.Anert's technical team will oversee the feasibility in each case before installation.


text: On Sat, 8 Sep 2001, James Ponder wrote: > The difference is that to trojan su you need to have broken into a user > account, but to trojan ssh you need to be root already. I don't understand why. What's the difference between the two attacks, if someone is logging into another machine as root? > I was just > demonstrating that to all intents and purposes both login / su and remote > root login boil down to gaining root with the knowledge of just one password. No, they don't. Not at all. With PermitRootLogin set to "yes", you get in with just the root password. With it set to "no", you do not get in with just the root password. Further, you do not get in with just a wheel user password, either; further exploits are necessary. This is the whole point: FURTHER EXPLOITS ARE NECESSARY. That's really all security is, is making it harder to do something. There's nothing you can propose as making things more secure where I can't claim, "oh, but if you do X, you can get around it." So if you claim, "oh, you can get around X by also doing Y," you are stating that "X provides more security because you also need to do Y to achieve your goal." So I agree with your implied (but perhaps unintended) conclusion here: this change makes the system more secure. cjs -- Curt Sampson <email@example.com> +81 3 5778 0123 http://www.netbsd.org Don't you know, in this new Dark Age, we're all light. --XTC


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Santa Marinha B Studio Apt in Alfama
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This bright Alfama apartment offers an inviting and comfortable base for exploring local sights, like S. Jorge Castle, Sé Cathedral, Fado museum and Casa dos Bicos during your short stay in Lisbon.
The walnut tones in the wooden fittings blend effortlessly with the wall colour palette, while the art prints on the walls act as an eye catching feature.
With its superb Alfama setting and affordable price, the Santa Marinha apartments allows you to make the most of every minute and is just a short walk from the city centre.
The apartment is located a couple of minutes walk from the waterfront, nestled in a narrow street in the Alfama district, closer to S. Jorge Castle.
Traditionally a fishing community, Alfama still retains most of its quaint 18th century architecture; terracotta rooftops, little cobbled streets, with shops and flower-filled balconies.
A stroll uphill takes you to the Castelo de São Jorge fortress, with fantastic city views, or visit the market in Campo de Santa Clara. This area has frequent public transports.
Nearby public transport: Tram 28
Studio, 1st Floor Without Elevator, 40 M2.
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The Acme Novelty Library: Volume 17
Acme Novelty, 28 nov. 2006 - 64 pages
Undaunted by lukewarm Internet and blogospheric opinion ("flat," "slow," and "always dreary") of his meretricious return last year to the tradition of the American comic book with the sixteenth issue of his ACME Novelty Library, cartoonist and professional sentimentalist Chris Ware returns with the seventeenth issue of this same title, and it is almost certain not to change general public opinion. Continuing with the second half of the introduction to his shamelessly meandering graphic novel Rusty Brown (which began last issue at a private school in the 1970s Midwest), the six-sided crystal suggested by the exegesis of the first installment is slowly turned and examined in midmorning winter sunlight sometime between the bell of first period and the conclusion of lunch for the first through the fourth grades. Also included are more thorough examinations of many of the main characters' cloudy motivations, personal habits, and favorite restaurants, to say nothing of the small dust mote around which they have coalesced and the complications in its life due to the acquisition of superpowers sometime the night before. Like the irritating distant family member you only have to see once a year, the ACME Novelty Library #17 will, as was its predecessor, be published by the author in a single, limited edition only, never to be reprinted until the entire library is collected as a single volume, though it may be promptly remaindered and/or discarded.
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text: I was doing some searching online for a constant itching in my ear. I was looking at possible alternative methods to cleansing my ear canal without going to a EMT doctor. Anyway!!! I was looking at the ear candles that i've heard so many people rave about. If you are not familiar with the concept think of a cone of wax cover paper witha hole at the bottom. The proceure is to cut a hole in a paper plate and slip the tip of the cone through it and then slip it into your ear hole opening...THEN the fun part.... light the top of the cone and the heat creates a warm vaccum that supposedly sucks out wax, bugs, chunks of beef...whatever you might have let fall in there. I tired it years ago and found it not to do anything but blow hot air into my ear...which was okay i guess, but not the desired effect i was looking for. Well as I was looking at different sites that caledl bullcrap on the candles one link to site for "butt candles" http://buttcandle.com/index.html Im gonna post the FAQ's from the site because the thought of it brings tears to my eyes. here it goes "ButtCandle, Inc: F.A.Q. Answers to your frequently asked questions. Q: Is the ButtCandle . really a candle? A: Yes, but not necessarily what you might picture as your dining room table variety of candle. In length and diameter, it's similiar to common candles. However, a hollow channel is cut from bottom to top which causes air to be drawn from the base to the top. In practice, this creates a vacuum at the base which, when inserted in the rectum, gently dislodges intestinal and rectal blockage. Q: Are ButtCandles . safe for pregnant and lactating women? A: There have yet to be any formal studies done on ButtCandle . use by pregnant and lactacting women. And although we know of no adverse affects on such women, we suggest you talk this over with your doctor! Q: Will my health insurance cover the cost? A: Most current plan providers are skeptical about less mainstream, alternative health practices. Sadly, the ButtCandle . falls under this category. Fortunately ButtCandles . are an economical choice and no one need forgo their use simply due to lack of coverage. Q: Should I be concerned about bodily gas? A: The unique design and shape of the ButtCandle . allows for any natural gas to either dissipate or burn w/o fear of personal discomfort or injury. Q: My spouse has a hairy backside, will this interfere with the process? A: It depends on just how hairy this backside is. An average amount of hair in this area presents no real problem. If you're still concerned, however, you can use a plant mister to moisten the area beforehand. If we're talking about a really hairy bottom there is some risk of folicular ignition and special caution must be exercised. Certainly use the mister first. Q: Is the procedure uncomfortable? A: Surprisingly, the answer is No. In fact, many find it more enjoyable and comforting than the more well-known methods of cleansing this area. The only potential discomfort would be in that, to use, you must lay on your back with knees pulled chestward. Q: What about hemmeroids? A: This is where ButtCandles . out-performs other rectal candling products. In the past, a real concern was that the vacuum created by the burning candle would draw in, or otherwise entagle, hemerroids. Our patented unique organic soluble mesh filter prevents hemerroids from becoming lodged in the cylindrical tube. Q: Is the ButtCandle . approved by the FDA? A: No. Q: I'm concerned about wax dripping down. What are your recommendations? A: Use without worry. Our engineers have developed a proprietary overflow basin which will prevent any potential discomfort in the rectal insertion area." Im sorry for such a long post about butt jokes but man I'm still laughing at it and wanted to share the joy.


text: tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5147951147849984275.post733082661614115197..comments2017-03-01T07:45:00.899-05:00Comments on ACP Internist: Endo 08: What to do about HRT in menopausal women?American College of Physicianshttp://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-5147951147849984275.post-37663938555842960142008-07-24T13:10:00.000-04:002008-07-24T13:10:00.000-04:00Thanks, Jacqueline. An interesting question, indee...Thanks, Jacqueline. An interesting question, indeed.Jessica Bertholdhttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-5147951147849984275.post-64094130918764963762008-06-27T12:19:00.000-04:002008-06-27T12:19:00.000-04:00I'm really fascinated by this blog and how it look...I'm really fascinated by this blog and how it looks at such issues as HRT (thanks for keeping a public blog). What I've always wanted to know is, why does it always come down to HRT? Whether it's safe or not, beneficial for older women or not... Why doesn't the medical community side step the pharamceutical companies to look at other methods of hormonal balance. As a health care consumer, I would love to see science address the use of herbs, diet, etc. for menopausal symptom relief. Here's an article that speaks to the point I'm trying to make: <BR/>http://firstname.lastname@example.com


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On December 31 of this year, the federal government will be putting the brakes on consumer tax credits (of up to $500) for energy-saving products such as high-efficiency furnaces, water heaters, windows and insulation. Our own Puget Sound Energy is also giving customers till the end of the year to cash in on rebates of up to $250 for Energy Star Appliances. With an extra $250, for furnaces, if installed by a participating contractor. So while you may not have had a washer on your Christmas wish list – it might be time to add it.
The good news is that credits of up to $2,000 will remain available, through December 31 2008, for solar upgrades including solar water heaters and photovoltaic roof panels.
Even if you do miss out, there are other tax breaks, rebates and discounts available for efficiency-minded homeowners through local governments, banks and utility companies. Many utility companies will advertise them with your utility bill, but others may be a bit harder to find. The Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency or DSIRE is the best place to start looking.


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Juneau resident John R. "Jack" Jewell, 78, died Aug. 6, 2003, in Seattle, Wash.
He was born Nov. 8, 1928, in Wallowa, Ore. He served in the U.S. Air Force from 1947 to 1950 and graduated from the University of Washington in 1956. He lived and worked in Idaho and Oregon for many years before moving to Juneau in 1987.
Jack was active for many years in the Fraternal Order of Eagles. He was past worthy president of La Grade Aerie No. 259 in La Grande, Ore. He was instrumental in founding Aerie No. 4200 in Juneau and served with distinction, including worthy president. He was also an advisory board member of the Juneau Senior Citizen Center until his death.
Family members said, "He enjoyed working with his hands, always making and rebuilding things. He was the go-to guy for friends for advice from plumbing to sewing. In the summer, he could be found moonwalking at the many activities about town."
He loved spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Dollie, and his parents, John R. and Lelia Jewell.
He is survived by his daughters, Carol Graham, Elizabeth Landvatter and Laurel Carlton, all of Juneau, Barbara Druesedow of Nikiski, and Leslie Frey of Eagle River; grandchildren, Jason and Dillin Graham, Malyssa Roche and Mikaella and Emma Landvatter, all of Juneau, Michelle Howe and Joseph and Travis Druesedow of Anchorage, Cecelia Frey of Eagle River, Christopher Druesedow of San Diego, Calif., David Roche of Portland, Ore., Josie Webb of Soldotna, and Alexis Landvatter of Fort Bragg, N.C.; 11 great-grandchildren, his sister, Lois Ellen Parrish of Juneau; his niece, Judy Trotter of Seattle, and his nephew John Parrish of Seattle.
Donations, in lieu of flowers, may be made to the scholarship fund of the Juneau-Douglas Aerie No. 4200, 2055 Jordan Ave., Juneau, AK 99801.
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- Planning and financial literacy : how do women fare? (2008)
- Many older US households have done little or no planning for retirement, and there is a substantial population that seems to undersave for retirement. Of particular concern is the relative position of older women, who are more vulnerable to old-age poverty due to their longer longevity. This paper uses data from a special module we devised on planning and financial literacy in the 2004 Health and Retirement Study. It shows that women display much lower levels of financial literacy than the older population as a whole. In addition, women who are less financially literate are also less likely to plan for retirement and be successful planners. These findings have important implications for policy and for programs aimed at fostering financial security at older ages.
- Financial literacy : an essential tool for informed consumer choice? (2008)
- Increasingly, individuals are in charge of their own financial security and are confronted with ever more complex financial instruments. However, there is evidence that many individuals are not well-equipped to make sound saving decisions. This paper demonstrates widespread financial illiteracy among the U.S. population, particularly among specific demographic groups. Those with low education, women, African-Americans, and Hispanics display particularly low levels of literacy. Financial literacy impacts financial decision-making. Failure to plan for retirement, lack of participation in the stock market, and poor borrowing behavior can all be linked to ignorance of basic financial concepts. While financial education programs can result in improved saving behavior and financial decision-making, much can be done to improve these programs' effectiveness.


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Antônio Tadeu Azevedo Gomes, Artur Ziviani, Luciana dos Santos Lima, Markus Endler.
Despite the many research efforts addressing the integration of mobile nodes into grids, only a few of them have considered the establishment of mobile grids over wireless ad hoc networks (hereafter, mobile ad hoc grids). Clearly, such grids need specialized resource discovery and scheduling mechanisms. To the best of our knowledge, though, the research on these mechanisms for mobile ad hoc grids is still preliminary. Besides, and more importantly, it has approached discovery and scheduling as separate mechanisms, which, we argue, is not suitable for mobile ad hoc grids. In this paper, we propose the integration of resource discovery and scheduling for mobile ad hoc grids into a single protocol called DICHOTOMY (DIscovery and sCHeduling prOTOcol for MobilitY). This protocol allows computational tasks to be distributed appropriately in a mobile ad hoc grid, while mitigating the overhead of discovery messages exchanged among the nodes. Our experiments show that the protocol: (i) does proper scheduling, allowing an efficient load balancing among the nodes and helping with lowering the average completion time of tasks; (ii) keeps the discovery efficiency at acceptable levels in mobility scenarios and (iii) scales very well with respect to an increasing number of nodes, both in the total amount of energy savings due to packet transmissions and the distribution of such savings among the nodes.
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Parties & Openings
March 16 – Pittsfield
The Heartbeats For Autism
March 9 – Pittsfield
Pittsfield Education Foundation
March 3 – New Lebanon
Culinary Crossroads Tea
Hancock Shaker Village's 50th Anniversary Gala
Fifty years ago, a few visionary people saw the "For Sale" sign on the corner of Routes 20 and 41 on the Hancock/Pittsfield border and decided that the old Shaker village might be worth saving. That 1,000 acres could be purchased for $125,000 in the era of urban renewal makes the story all the more remarkable, according to Hancock Shaker Village president Ellen Spear (left with Peter Hansen, who wore a Senegalese caftan to the gala on August 6.) Over a half a century, Hancock Shaker Village has restored many of its beautiful buildings, including the iconic round stone barn that has become an emblem of the Berkshires. On Saturday night, Hancock Shaker Village celebrated half a century as an outdoor museum with a multifaceted gala that began with the opening of Simple Gifts: Contemporary Artists Celebrate the Shaker Legacy, an exhibition that will be on view (and sale) through October 15 when the work is auctioned by Sotheby's. Everyone then gathered in the stone barn for Shaker readings and songs by Tina Packer of Shakespeare & Company and the Cantilena Chamber Choir. Afterwards, there was dinner and dancing in an enormous tent followed by fireworks that rocked the community known as the City of Peace.
Jaime Berg of the Winthrop Estate with her father, Gil Asher; sculptor Henry Richardson with Sarah Stranahan of the New Economy Council.
Hancock Shaker Village educator Danielle Steinmann with artist Eric Drury.
Chesterwood executive director Donna Hassler with Massachusetts Cultural Council executive director Anita Walker; Berkshire Creative director Helena Fruscio with Andrew Altsman and Hancock Shaker Village CEO and president Ellen Spear.
David Schecker & Vicki Bonnington in a vintage hat; Anne McLaughlin and Bruce Finn, general manager of the Red Lion Inn.
A table in the gala tent.
Nat & Betsy Bohrer; Bruce Freeman & David Rosso
Carol & Buzz Gray who helped design the tent's decor.
Artists Jennifer Riley and Kelly Wilson who have work in the exhibition Simple Gifts: Contemporary Artists Celebrate Hancock Shaker Village's 50th Anniversary; Peter Rentz, chairman of the HSV board Mary Rentz, and Nancy Goessel.
Gala chair Elyse Etling of the new Pronto cooking school in Lenox with Ann Jon of Sculpture Now in Lee; the after-dinner fireworks display.


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We are constantly bombarded with inaccurate, contradictory and sometimes misleading information - until now.
Ben Goldacre masterfully dismantles the dubious science behind some of the great drug trials, court cases, and missed opportunities of our time. He also shows us the fascinating story of how we know what we know, and gives us the tools to uncover bad science for ourselves.
©2008 Ben Goldacre (P)2010 WF Howes Ltd
"Making science truly entertaining"
Ben Goldacre has the rare gift of making things that the media will tell you are boring seem fascinatingly interesting. Bad Science is filled with the clear-minded, witty writing that makes him such a success on the pages of the guardian... and on top of the book being really entertaining, it is hugely educational. Goldacre dismantles everything from antioxidant and fish oil nonsense to the evils of big pharma and shows up Patrick Holford for the quack he is. He does all this without malace and with clear and undisputable evidence. The book is a triumph of the mind in an age of ignorance. If it wasn't for some slightly too smug narration, it would have been frighteningly close to the perfect listen.
"A bit of an eye opener"
In an easy to understand style that never talks down to the reader, Ben Goldacre pokes an big stick into some of the organisations and characters that shape how science is understood outside academic circles. From debunking the use of scientific sounding names in marketing ("now with madeupnameium to make you look younger") to disecting some of the more dubious characters that pollute our media this book analyses the methods used to show how they are as far removed from real science as it is possible to be.
I would challenge any reader not to be horrified by the way in which the MMR scandal was prolonged and fanned by the media, in spite of mounting evidence being presented to show that there was no provable link with autism. And then, noting when this book was written, predicting how the media would then turn on Andrew Wakefield when he was placed before the GMC without ever considering the role they played in whole shameful episode.
This is a great book that opened my eyes to many of the practices that companies and individuals use to make themselves wealthy without ever showing if their product/service/diet etc is effective. Goldacre also delves into the power of placebo and how convenitional medicine if failing to exploit it.
Fantastic listen.
"Best (non-fiction?) book I ever read"
I had to write a review for this book, it's just brilliant. Follow @bengoldacre on Twitter, or read his blog/Guardian articles at badscience.co.uk, and you'll see how realistic and cutting he can be, while warm and funny at the same time. He's a voice of sanity in a world of media (clich?d but quite frankly apt) 'gone mad' - especially around science, a.k.a., evidence. No, I didn't think that until I read the book, though I did have my suspicions from seeing various tabloid headlines!
It hasn't just been made fascinating reading by the content about warped newspaper stories, the laughable doctrine of homeopathy, and the health scares that needn't have existed and have actually eroded the nation's health. It also teaches some bare-bones science lessons which somehow I never got my head round in school (probably because we were trying to reproduce effects that were already certain!) about conducting fair experiments, allowing for and expecting bias, and considering other factors.
This has applied to so much of my life! I think differently and am much more willing to try new things - it's actually made more sense than the cognitive-behavioural therapy books I've read to combat my depression. And as a computer programmer, I've realised I'm constantly creating mini experiments all the time, finding out if my new addition to the code does what I hoped, what else could have made it go wrong, and so on.
Can't recommend this book enough.
Also recommend The Tiger That Wasn't for a similarly accessible and wildly successful attack on the stupid ways we're given statistics, and how they're more often than not interpreted by journalists entirely wrongly. You don't have to be a statistician to make sense of numbers, you just need a basic grip on the subject if you ever want to learn about the world!
"Get this book."
It will change the way you look at the world.
Fantastic pace and very entertaining.
"Arrogant delivery detracts from book"
Not really. I found the author's pompous and sarcastic tone really irritating. It was a real distraction from what could have been a interesting listen. I had to stop listening after a few chapters. I couldn't bear it any longer.
I think the book would have had more impact had the author written the book "straight", rather than trying (and really failing) to be funny. Instead, he comes across as being up his own bottom.
Rupert Farley's delivery was dreadful. He merely added to the general air of cynicism and arrogance.
Don't bother.
"Well written but repetitive"
This book was very factual and most enjoyable in places. The narration was excellent and really captured the authors' passion, which could be misconstrued as arrogant, even pompous. I however found Goldacre's sarcastic delivery of information quite humorous. I would have given four stars but quite a substantial amount of material was repeated unnecessarily and the book could have easily been shorter. Overall, I definitely recommend but it's not a book that I would listen to again.
Although I understand the view that the author can be seen as condescending I did not find this. I thought he apologised too often for that to be the case. He certainly can get caught up with individuals who have severely crossed the line, it is amusing to hear a doctor be so angry about it, but at the same time it is hugely helpful to understand just how very much some individuals have crossed the line (and shockingly, they truly have) at our expense (I personally have paid, so I have 1st hand experience). This audiobook is well worth time and spend, but do remember to engage your sense of humour at the same time as you engage your brain, you will then enjoy this book all the more.
"Much enjoyed"
I thoroughly enjoyed listening to this book and felt my eyes opened to some specific scandals in the health-food and pharmaceutical industries. My only criticisms are that the topics/chapters are a little repetitive in parts, and that the narration can be somewhat patronising in tone (though I notice some of the reviews on Amazon make this comment about the book itself, so maybe the narrator is being true to the text?!). Anyway, I'd certainly recommend this.
This book really scared me. It opens your eyes to the potential misleading that is inherently baked into the science we believe. Ben goldacre divides opinion - some see him as a anti new age cynic who bangs on about proof and pooh poohs a whole sector of natural health care. I actually found him balanced in his views he is equally sceptical about pharmaceutical industry as he is about alternative health care. Whilst this book is primarily aimed at alternative health care his other book bad pharma really does shine a light on the mistakes through to criminal corruption inherent in the system. His view is proper evidence and transparency with proper regulation is the only way to move forward. I agree and i think Ben would suggest you read the book and make up your own mind.
"Great content, rather polemical style"
This book isn't really about science, but about its misrepresentation. It is particularly topical as the NHS is currently mopping up the damage caused by the MMR scandal and scam of 2002-2005. Was it all done just to sell newspapers? Basically, yes, even though children may (this year) die as a direct result.
I got a bit tired of Ben Goldacre's polemical style, and overuse of adjectives such as exquisite and spectacular. The problem is that Mr Goldacre does not really understand rhetoric. He criticises humanities people for not understanding science (bravo) but he could do with understanding the rules of rhetoric better himself. He actually goes out of his way to alienate his scientific readers (by assuming that his reader knows less about e.g. statistics than himself, which will not always be true) as well as non-scientific readers who are bound to find him unsympathetic. Who did he want to appeal to? The first rule of rhetoric is to get your audience to identify with you, to feel that you are one of them. No one wants to identify with Mr Superior and Mr Outraged. You could blame the narrator for the constant and fatiguing tone of moral outrage, but I think he is genuinely reflecting the tone of Dr Goldacre's writing. Lighten up, laugh, you will communicate better!
So, Mrs Picky Moaner, why did you give the book five stars? It is a cracking tour of a fascinating subject, there is much thoughtful content, I was gripped throughout, and I didn't want to put anyone off audioing this illuminating tome.
"Great book, better in hard copy"
This fascinating and persuasive book will give you loads of fodder for heated dinner party conversations. But I recommend that you buy the hard copy rather, for two reasons:
- the delivery of the narrator is excessively vehement, overbearing and forceful which doesn't match the tone the book is written in, and makes for painful listening, and
- it's the kind of book that you want to refer back to to verify a statistic or clarify a point, which is one of the rare occasions when I'd rather have a paper book than an audio book.
Having said that, I thoroughly enjoyed listening to it. It's just that I'll be buying several hard copies for myself and for general dishing out.
"Great content, engaging narration"
Dr. Goldacre leads us through a masterful educational experience that should vastly improve the scientific media literacy of any layperson listening to this book. More importantly, he blends this grave and potentially depressing content with a sense of humour that makes it not just bearable, but delightful!
I'm glad I wasn't dissuaded from listening to this by the reviews describing the narration as terrible, because I found the delivery delightful, and a perfect match for Goldacre's charming sarcastic tone.
I seldom have so much fun listening to accounts of terrible betrayals of the public trust.
"Good content, painful narrator"
I'm a skeptic at heart, so I enjoy this book. And I do think that as long as I wasn't a died-in-the-wool believer of some sort, but not necessarily a skeptic, I would get a lot out of this. It's absolutely amazing when you realize how much rubbish is successfully peddled these days and the more books we have with a solid basis in science instead of the next quick-fix diet, longevity potion, cancer cure etc, the better it is IMO. Only thing that I find quite trying listening to this is the narrator. Whatever sample they make available, have a listen and think if you can endure this for several hours... If I was more neutral about him, I'd definitely give this book a 4 or 5 star.
"Uncomfortable and Enlightening"
A book to make the world better, at least if everyone read/listened to it. I felt that maybe Rupert Farley made Dr Goldacre sound more condescending than he needed to. Other than that his narration grew on me. The book itself was (insofar as I'm any judge) excellent, impassioned, important, and thoroughly-researched. I've certainly had to re-think some of what I believed to be true. I do think that Dr Goldacre overstates the ability of the layperson to interpret studies, particularly given the length at which he describes the analytic land mines one can step on in trying. Nevertheless, in my opinion a great book.
Ben Goldacre draws us into his world of science. His quest is to have you, the reader, able to identify bad science. A fine introduction to scientific method. Uses relevant examples, like the MMR vaccine scare. Rupert Farley has a pleasant narrating style. I really enjoyed this book.
"important topic, chaotic drama, worst narrator"
The topic is important and the autor competent. The narrator wants to act, but he is the worst actor: tries to mock voices and exagerates the tones.
This is a comprehensive black book of the health and beauty industry. Not that it shows every single case but it rehears most of the mechanisms
I will eat more vegetables and fruits and no vitamine pilles, because its the only real thing
"Probably better in print"
I suspect the print version would be much better as the narration style is poorly suited to the material.
Wrong for this
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