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Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Working Outline (04/15/09)
I. Introductions-the core structure of the argument
II. Implications-what does it mean?
III. Applications-how can it be used?
It may also prove valuable to set the table with a general philosophical framing of the need for this thesis. For now I intend to begin with the meat of the argument.
The thesis proposal has taken several layers of rewrites to achieve a stable wording (as of 06/03/09), but it finally says more or less what I want it to say. The conceptual structure it establishes will be elaborated in a series of separate posts aimed at the general reader. Hopefully, this piecemeal approach will enable more frequent posting as well as more precise targeting of comments.
Active links in the outline below will go to finished posts, and the dates indicate the most recent revisions.
Part I:
STRUCTURE OF INTELLIGENCE: The first half of Part I will be taken up with a nontechnical introduction to the structure of intelligence, thus setting the conceptual stage for the presentation of the emotional core of the thesis in the second half.
Intelligence I: Representations (04/07/09) A general definition of intelligence as pattern-recognition, retention, and use, together with a short introduction to the neurological basis of this pattern representation.
Intelligence II: Prediction (04/03/09) If I start counting "one, two, three, ...," your memory supplies the next term easily even though it hasn't yet occurred. This post introduces the central role of prediction in intelligence.
analogy An equally significant staple of human intelligence, as indicated by the ease with which "wubbun, tooboo, threebee, ...," can be decoded despite the lack of a specific memory match.
internalized concepts what confers the ability to execute complex learned behaviors (like driving) without paying attention?
computational approaches links to (and possibly an overview of) various efforts in this end of the science
INSTINCTS AND EMOTION: Once a conceptual framework for intelligence has been established, it becomes possible to lay out the heart of the thesis, which proposes that the logic of intelligence can be extended into an elegant but powerful explanatory theory of emotion. Possible subheadings include:
the biology of instincts v reflexes; types of instinctive drives
explanation and development of thesis, with examples and thought experiments
moods v emotions
connections to other theories of emotion (neuroscience, psychology, philosophy)
More subheadings will emerge, of course. Perhaps philosophical interludes which foreshadow several connections of eventual importance will appear between some of the Part I posts, or perhaps not. Too early to tell.
Part II will most likely deal with corollaries and logical extensions of the unfolded definitional thesis of part I, examining implied integrations, connections, and limitations. It may be organized into broad categories like science, politics, and philosophy, or may be more highly interconnected. We'll see when we get there. A placeholder post has already been set up to get things started, but it must be written with great care and is therefore on hold until a large enough block of uncluttered thinking time emerges. Its structure will be informed by the flow of the arguments in Part I and will guide the eventual shape of the outline of Part II.
Part III will look at actionable policy recommendations and general strategies for applying the ideas found in parts I and II, as it appears that there will be some of a fairly profound and systemic nature. Again more details when they become practical.
Your input is solicited!
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Have you read The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind by Julian Jaynes? I'll grant that the "left hemisphere/right hemisphere" distinction is probably simplistic, but the general idea that what we call consciousness is a cultural artifact is certainly worth keeping in mind, in any discussion including the concept of "identity".ReplyDelete
Daniel Everett in his new book "Don't Sleep, There Are Snakes: Life and Language in the Amazonian Jungle", introduces some interesting facts regarding linguistic limitations of one particular people (the Pirahãs of Brazil). Although he assumes their mental limitations are a result of their language, the converse cannot (IMO) be ruled out.
One suggestion Jaynes made that I found untenable was that there had actually been evolution among humanity since the introduction of agriculture, when the "bicameral mind" came to prominence. However, the recent book
"The 10,000 Year Explosion: How Civilization Accelerated Human Evolution" by Gregory Cochran and Henry Harpending makes a convincing point otherwise: more evolution among humanity has probably occurred in the last 10,000 years than in the previous 40,000.
Another point re intelligence, there are two ways of coming at it: a system of creating analogical "models" of the world, and a system of "reacting" to present and (remembered) past stimuli in a way that anticipates upcoming/future occurances. The latter subsumes the former, but not vice versa. Personally, I would use the term in the broader sense, so a cell is "intelligent" because it can anticipate future occurrance and "preact" to them. The fact that it appears to do this without a discrete "model" of the ongoing universe shouldn't exclude it.
Speaking of "modeling", and awareness, AFAIK even the more primitive fish have a system of "modeling" their universe. I would localize it to the brain circuits that pass through the regions homologous to the cerebral cortex in mammals (wulst in birds, etc.), that synchronize and integrate the input from eyes (and perhaps lateral line) with those from the nostrils, all of which sample their environment in S-shaped paths compared to the swim direction, which in turn can vary relative to the bottom environment. IMO we can trace the origin of universe modeling to this system, which probably wasn't necessary for any other phylum, since (AFAIK) all the others basically follow a slow crawling path or lie in wait except for sudden "emergency" movements.


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Wednesday, May 03, 2006
Only One Month Left - Maybe!
Last night I fell asleep worrying about delivering early. There's still so much to do - we're not ready. But after 9 hours in bed last night which, despite being interrupted by potty breaks and sore hips, was rather restful, I feel ready to get going again today. But I've decided I'd better switch my focus a little, away from so much cleaning and toward gathering the rest of the items we need to have on hand for the birth! Could be important... and our midwives don't even know how to get to our house. I should probably send directions. And print directions to the hospital in case we need to transfer. And interview doulas and hire one (we're not 100% sure both midwives will be able to be here for the birth and would like to have another person on hand) And stuff like that. Whee...
5 comments:
- Queen of Spain said...
Both mind came early!
Keep us posted. Make sure Slipshod has the blog login!
- Violet the Verbose said...
Shall do. To date we don't do early babies in our family (not just me - my mom, my sister...) - but a couple people have pointed out to me, "there's always a first time!" Eep!
I hope to post a couple pictures pretty quickly after the birth.
- Lori said...
I have never notice my belly dropping and also have false sense of security about due dates :-) I was born right around my due date (+/- 2 days) and so are my own kids so I was pretty relaxed during my pregnancies too until people remind me the baby could be much earlier :-) Thank goodness for me they weren't!
- Dana said...
I'm so excited for you. I have a 20 month old son, and I do want another baby soon, but I'm scared. I had pre-eclampsia with the first pregnancy and was on bedrest for almost 8 weeks. I hope everythng goes well for you! I'll keep my fingers crossed for a smooth labor and delivery!
- Mocha said...
Hey, Violet! I didn't even realize through all the comments I read from you on QofS that you were going to have a baby! Congrats! (seems late considering you've dropped already)
Now I'll look forward to your progress. ;-)

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J.C. Fast, Jr. parole info, 23 May 1961
on be be a Parole Proposed For Life Termer GRANITE (AP)—Eddie Weaver, 30, serving a life sentence from Okmulgee County for the murder of his wife, was among 30 inmates inmates recommended for parole by the state Pardon and Parole Board Monday. Weaver has been a trusty for most of his prison life. He entered the McAIester penitentiary Jan. 15, 1952 and for the past three years has worked in the warden's home. He has been offered employment in Ada. The board expressed concern for what it termed interference from protestants on paroles. W. J. (Tex) Bynum, Pardon and Parole director, was advised to tell both sides in the J. C. Fast case to halt interfering with efforts to find work program Jn other states for the Muskogee convict. Fast, 54, was convicted in 1937 for the slaying of a Muskogee banker. He has been up for parole parole six times and each time protests protests have been filed by the victim's victim's family and the Oklahoma Bankers Association. Fast is now being treated in the Western State Hospital at Clinton Clinton for a tubercular condition. The board turned down the parole parole requests of five other inmates. in N. an 52 in


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Brighton motorcycle bus lane trial agreed
Motorcycles and scooters are to be allowed to use two bus lanes in Brighton for a 12-month trial period.
Riders will be able to use the A23 from Carden Avenue to Preston Drove and the A259 from Saltdean to the Ovingdean roundabout.
The trial, which is to begin in the summer, has been approved by Brighton and Hove City Council's transport committee.
Previously the Brighton and Hove Bus Company has supported the idea.
Councillor Ian Davey, chairman of the transport committee, said: "Motorcyclists have been asking to be allowed to use these two bus lanes for many years so I am pleased that we have reached agreement for this year-long trial, and I hope that it is successful.
"It will be monitored carefully by road safety officers and the results will be reported to a future meeting."
There will also be a public information campaign, the council said.


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there are many things we could talk about:
the lyrics – what was she thinking? "this is possibly the most sensitive and private part of my life, i have to express myself, but how?…maybe if i drop this beat"
the video – think about how awkward the call to amlak/flava must have been. "i want you to direct and produce my new single? yeah its another nice smooth track, you're going to love it. its gonna put your name on the map. what's it about? errr…"
the cast – poor, poor tomo. that conversation with his agent must have started so hopefully; "hmm – a music video? called 'daddy'? that sounds okay, and i'm in it all the way through? cool…when do i start?."
how do you react to her as a fan? "love the new track ifrica! [pause] so…raped as a child huh? are you still in contact with…no, no stupid question"
and lets not forget the comic sans.
cheers, drunkenstepfather/queen ifrica


text: I was taking my pills yesterday and dropped one. My husband thought he saw one of our doggies eat it. We looked all over for it and just couldn't find it. We called the vet who said it could kill him and to bring him right in. Good old numb fingers that I have! So we scooped up the little guy, rushed to the vet where they gave him charcoal. He vomited, but no pill. They said to take him home and watch. The poor little guy was totally bewildered like what did I do to deserve this. We dished out $184. We walked in the house and sitting ing the middle of the kitchen floor was the missing pill! I swear I have got to get my fingers and eyes fixed, anyone have extra sets for sale?


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Okay, my loves! I'm back from the dead. Well, not so much the dead as the "nearly dead", but who's keeping track?
I have great news for you! Invited has some fabulous new clients who are based in London but are having an amazing wedding in DC. The even better news is we're having their wedding and reception at a beautiful venue (which also happens to be my "love" this week) the Hotel Sofitel!! That's right! This week I love the Sofitel, and let me tell you why! With its French and Art Deco inspired sensibility, it is a surefire location for a beautiful event - no matter the theme! They have a gorgeous Art Deco ballroom with some amazing chandeliers!
And, most importantly, a pretty photorealistic mural of the City of Lights! (Might not be perfect for all weddings and events, but that's the beauty of pipe and drape, right?) Nonetheless this space is perfect for a small and intimate wedding, and I just can't wait to put on a fabulous event there next fall!
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But now no, the bigger question for trendy kids nowadays is abnormal. Unique. The trend to be normal has losses its value, and hence, the currency of being unique, and out of the norm is well, more "normal", more "outstanding", and such. But really, who could blame them? I mean sure, you can list down all those music genre hype, the physical layer of a soul, but you can't really tell what are they really like until you really hear them talk.
By talks, I'm not saying the usual, WHAT type of music you listen to, WHAT kind of country would you prefer and such. The bigger question here is, WHY. WHY you listen to the music you listen to? WHY do you think Andy Warhol had make the art revolution? WHY do you think that your faiths and beliefs are the right one for you? WHY, not WHAT. Because WHAT, one can simply say it. When you give them a bigger picture to paint with the WHY questions, you might just probably see their "uniqueness" or "abnormalities" fade out. Anybody can say, "Oh yeah, I enjoy the theater too".
But not just anyone can say, "Well, I think in performing arts, it all revolves around the actors on stage. Minus the fact that we are all actors on the stage, strutting and fretting our hours upon the stage, but that's a whole different story. In life we leave rooms for mistakes, we correct from wrongs, no? In movies, rooms for mistakes are more spacious than life, and what more, in theater..."
But that's not the whole point. The point here is, the norms. The urge to be different, but yet normal.
Yes, kids today tend to be more unique, more up to date, more "larger than life". But I am deeply sorry to disappoint you, it is so much more than your usual urges for designer goods, the indie music you listen to, the indie labels you shop, the indie self-made labels. Or that over-rated mass communication, art or psychology-comm degrees. It is what boils in you.
I mean, why? Not what?
Humans are weird, they urge to be different but yet still normal.
You see, accompanied with my solitude in a rowdy crowd of the usual "weekend gateway", I was wondering.. Yes these people have families. Yes they have beautiful children. I mean isn't that the norm? People want beautiful children. People want cute, witty and adorable babies despite wanting to be different. This is probably one of the essences of wanting to be normal. I guess its also probably driven by the narcissistic generation.
But what happens when the child a mother carries for whole nine months have a little defect in their kariotip? Hence, could probably be a down's syndrome child, or have that extra X trait in the kariotip? Pardon me, please don't take this in a wrong turn, it's not like I look down upon these people, it's just well, the norms says it's not normal. So yes, what happens when your child turns out not as "beautiful" as you expected? Your infant does not have that nice mixture of your traits after all.
Or probably your child ends up being Autistic or something. I mean, yes Autistic kids are very beautiful, insightful and such. But growing in a narcissistic generation, it doesn't really help much now does it? You want to be creme de la creme. Or rather you have to be creme de la creme.
Situation 2. Suppose that you're hitched to the man of your life. Financially stable and all, what more can you ask for? Beautiful kids, a career, a nice house.. I mean, what more can a regular woman asks for? (Minus the whole philosophical aspect, i.e. Religion, Self-Actualization, etc.) That's what a normal circle of life should be. Infancy, childhood, adolescence, young adult, adult.. Marry, work, kids. That's probably the foundation, and normal route in life. But tell me, what happen if out of the blue, your normal life crumbles?
Your husband met a tragic accident, losses almost all of his capabilities to support your family. Basically malfunction. Do you stay and be with you dear man of your life, or do you feel lonely when the time comes? Be strong and stay, or be strong and leave? The urge to stay for family and husband or leave for self?
Or what if on your 12th wedding anniversary, right before the big dinner with your lovely spouse, the morning you were diagnosed with the second stage of cancer? It's not normal now is it? You question your doings in life. You've been an acceptable citizen, you perform your prayers now and then, you don't vote or side a corrupted politician, but you can't lead that normal route of life after all.
What happens if your life route changes out of the norm?
Conversations that I usually experience are the usual WHAT. But WHY? Ah, that takes an intellectually provoked extinct being of the testosterone driven being. Yes, just talking can be fun. But you know..
Yes Pink, mission failed. Not a single word, a glance even. Tak nampak bayang pun lah basically. Ha ha.
Live forever, O.


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When you get into bed with me, I put the moves on you. I was excited to start drawing SH's script set in ancient Crete, featuring minotaurs/bulls, satyrs and nymphs. I got right on it. But as I got about 2/3 through the inking I had grown dissatisfied. The results were okay, but just sort of okay.
It looked like this.
The problem is, that what I had in my mind was more like this.
Picasso. Hey, aim high, right? And Picasso's minotaurs so often have an anguish that seemed just right for this brief tale of a "man" whose anger triggers an impulsive and fatal act in which he must traduce the dead to hide his own guilt.
I thought that it might be cool to do a single illustration that would contain all of the required elements to tell the story, and then cut them up and collage them into place. I couldn't get it down to one drawing, but I did mange four. See?
And I used this reference pic SH sent me, setting the scene indoors rather then outside, because the visuals of the composition seemed to work better for me.
And what I came up with was this.
There is sometimes in Picasso's work a kind of frozen quality that I thought would work perfectly for this story. This is a highly compacted tale, a moment, and coming back to that moment over and over again by reusing the same art made sense to me.
The overall effect feels like one of Picasso's fractured compositions, wherein a single scene is viewed from differing perspectives. And it feels very much like cartoons to me.
So I didn't give SH quite what he was expecting, but then it wasn't what I was expecting when I started. But I like it.


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1. I had my inaugural 2012 morning bicycle commute today and it was spectacular. Although, if I recall correctly, I used to be able to bike a lot faster.
2. When I first moved to DC, I worked for a program that taught civics to high school and middle schoolers from around the United States. While technically our job was to educate, the majority of our time and energy was spent herding mass quantities of kids away from their mommies for the first time from point A to point B.
3. When it has been a couple of years since I've left that position, I feel that I have permission forever and ever to holler at large groups of students that get in my way. This morning was no exception, as 30+ kids walked as slowly as humanly possible shoulder-to-shoulder across the whole damn sidewalk up Capitol Hill.
I will not allow the best part of my morning–biking as fast as I (safely) can down Capitol Hill with the sun shining, the Washington Monument in front of me, the United States Capitol beside me, the wind blowing in my hair (er, I mean helmet)– be fucked with by 15 year old tourists. Welcome to our Nation's Capital! Now get the hell out of my way.
4. Speaking of which, tourist season is upon us! I've seen the signs for the Cherry Blossom Festival. I know they're coming. Tourist season is the worst of all the seasons in DC because they take up the ENTIRE sidewalk at all times, stop short to snap a photo when they are in the middle of the sidewalk, don't understand the stand-on-the-right-and-walk-on-the-left escalator concept and most importantly– get stuck in the train doors.
Now guys, I know it seems a little strange that we get gangster about metro manners. I know what side of the elevator to stand on doesn't seem like a huge deal, but we time our commutes to perfection because we actually live here! Missing a red line transfer on the weekend can make you 20 minutes late, which is annoying. And most importantly, you're all in our way.
But the train doors, oh the train doors. That is a whole different beast. I'm going to say this once and once only– the metro doors are not like elevator doors. They will not pop back open so you and your 12 students in matching t-shirts can get on the train. In addition, if you get that train door stuck and we have to off-load the train, we will audibly boo* you. And we will not feel bad whatsoever.
5. Now I feel a little hostile. I swear I'm done after this. I was biking down Pennsylvania Avenue last spring and a guy wearing cut-off jeans and a muscle shirt stopped me, pointed to the Capitol and said, "Ma'am, what's that? Is that the Capitol?" It took all self-control I've ever had in my life to nod my head and not be a total dick.
6. We got Roommate C's wedding invitations last night. I sent in my RSVP this morning with the note– Rachel and Roommate B will be attending, we're hot dates. Roommate B has also backed down about the corduroy, which I'm OK with.
7. Courtesy of the Bloggess— still the funniest shit ever. And yes, that is a taxidermied weasel wearing a dress. Her name is Juanita.
8. I sent Josephina the desk statue of Juanita the Weasel and she responded by sending me this mug. Seems about right.
9. This is how I now check the weather. Warning: there are lots of swears.
10. I went to the Annie Leibovitz exhibit this weekend at the Portrait Gallery, which made me think of Marky-Mark in his underwear (google it), which brings us to our song of the week.
*For the record, I am 100% against the act of booing during a sporting even or any sort of performance. I think it's mean. But not when I have to off-load a train. Then it's OK.


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Need to pick the brain of all you smart people !
I am in the beginning steps of building a small 12' X 25' concrete inground pool by owner (no builder). I have questions about the placement of the plumbing outlets and light. Although the engineer drawing the plans will recommend locations of these items, I would like to hear your thoughts.
For reference, please check out the pool plan at http://imgur.com/WKCA2IJ
(For purposes of this question, lets refer to side A (left, deep end), B (top 25' side), C (right), D (bottom 25' side)
1) 1 or 2 Skimmers? Where would you place them?
2) I will be placing one light....where would you place it?
3) Where would you place the pump flow pipes? How many?
4) Main drain? One in deep end only?
5) Suction pipe for cleaner...where to place it?
Thanks! I will make sure to keep you posted on the progress....as this site and another pool forum have been key in helping me decide to do it By Owner.


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In The News › Chamber Connection: Important issues on the ballot
Nov 11, 2015
Source: NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune
Filed under: Governance, On the Ballot, St. Tammany Parish
Chamber Connection: Important issues on the ballot
By Lacey Toledano
NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune
November 11, 2015
Typically voter turnout is highest in a presidential election. According to a recent NOLA.com article and Registrar of Voters Dwayne Wall, turnout for the primary election on Nov. 4 was 52.5 percent in St. Tammany Parish, slighter higher than the statewide number. Even so, that's only half of all eligible voters.
For many, it has been a somewhat painful election season, with negative campaigning clouding the real issues, the real qualifications of candidates, leaving voters indecisive. But this general election is a very important race and we encourage everyone to vote. As the leading Voice of Business in St. Tammany, we remain committed to providing our members and all voters with the information they need to know to make informed decisions in the voter's booth.
While runoffs for the offices of Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, Sheriff and Clerk of Court are front of mind, many in our parish may not know is that there are also nine proposed amendments to the St. Tammany Parish Home Rule Charter. And some that do know, have asked us, how should I vote? What does the Chamber recommend?
After careful review by our Board of Directors, we are in support of all propositions but one, Proposition 2, which requires a charter review at least once every 15 years by an 11-member committee, including at least two council members, appointed in a manner to be determined by the Parish Council. Recommendations of the charter committee would be submitted to the Parish Council for approval and then put to a vote.
As stated by the Bureau of Governmental Research (BGR), "while mandatory periodic review of the charter is important, the proposed amendment could undermine the integrity of future charter amendment efforts because the proposed charter advisory committee would lack independence from the Parish Council."
Also, the proposition calls for a committee not a commission, and the inclusion of two-parish council members as voting members on the committee. Even the Home Rule Charter committee recommended that the review happen every ten years and be conducted by a special charter commission. Visit our governmental affairs web portal at standupsttammany.org for the complete explanation of each proposition presented by our partners at BGR.
Reminder: the Parish Council term limits issue will not be on the ballot until the March 2016 election.
Finally, City of Covington residents will vote on a one-cent sales tax extension and re-dedication. This is not a new tax. It was first approved in 1982. If approved this time around, the re-dedication will lift spending restrictions and the extension will allow for the City to fund long-term infrastructure and capital projects through the purchase of bonds. Neither our Governmental Affairs Committee nor Board has offered a recommendation on this.
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Picture this- 16 years old- young, naive, quiet, adorned in baggy clothes and a pair of shell frame glasses- that was me...
Anyway I did not realize that my room in Meera Bhawan was going to be my own little corner in this wide world when I got the BITS, Pilani application form from a friend who did not want it anymore (shall we say my mom and I were at the right place at the right time).
The day my mom dropped me off- I was literally in tears- no don't go ma, I said to her. She smiled and the smile meant "you are going to be just fine dear". I will not deny it but I was homesick for a good part of the 1st year- it was difficult what with all those hormones, new surroundings, new faces from all over the country. I will take the song "Mahan Gandhiye mahan" to my grave (this was how I was ragged- you have to sing "mahan gandhiye mahan" and dance to it as well, freshie)
Here is a link for anyone who cares.
But it all soon began to change and I began to love every moment of it so much so that those long summers at home were quite boring and I wanted to get back to Pilani as soon as I possibly could. I especially could not wait to get in the train with my friends and sing "Mustafa, mustafa" as we would near Delhi station. The bus/ sumo rides from Delhi was also immensely fun despite a large number of eyes staring straight at a bunch of crazy teenage girls.
Macchi, sing mustafa mustafa once for me will you? :)
We ate together, laughed together. cried together, danced together (especially after fun movie nights- remember this one time when 24 of us went to watch "Yes Boss") slept together, gossiped together, passed judgement on some, fought with a few (especially when we had to chose our wings/ hostel blocks as seniors). Friendships were made and sealed for life. Crushes, well some of them, went on to become something while others remained just what they were, a crush.
I was the thatha who rode a paal karan cycle (a.k.a I was the grandfather who rode a tall milkman bicycle).
Date nights at C'not, deliberately avoiding Shiv-G (wondering about the poor couple who chose to hang out at Shiv-G in the dark), quite evenings at the Mandir.
I liked mess food (there I said it!)- most of it anyway but there was also Annapurna's onion masala dosa and Blue Moon milk shakes. I liked chatting up those mess bhaiyas and pappuji at sky (all those "pappu account mein dal thena"/ pappu, charge it to my account).
I am not the social type but BITS brought out some of the social in me...thanks to my roommates (1st year in an expansive room with Priya and 2nd year with Goms who would set her alarms in totally random places) and other lovely friends.
A few of them helped me through my toughest times (and I hope they know that I am there for them)
Is that enough psenti for you guys- now go on...go do something useful!
Take care.
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Friday Foto Friends
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- Debbie Huffaker said...
If I ever decide to downsize my Spice of Life I know who to ask first. 😄 Hope you feel better soon. Have a great weekend. Thanks for linking up today.
- September 9, 2016 at 7:08 AM
- Mary Hutchins said...
WoW, what a bargain!! A little chip is okay, just gives the piece a little character. Have a great weekend!
- September 9, 2016 at 9:22 AM
- Jan said...
Love the black cats! The peanuts and candy corn is such a good combination! Reminds me of a PayDay candy bar!
- September 9, 2016 at 10:42 AM
- Terri D said...
I need to go look for that black cat bowl! So cute and that snack mix is delicious. I've made it before. Yum. How nice of that woman to give you the chipped piece of Corningware! Have a good weekend!
- September 9, 2016 at 11:42 AM
- Pamela M. Steiner said...
Love your little black cat dish...and the idea of mixing peanuts with candy corn tastes like a Payday? Really? I MUST try that because PayDay is MY most favorite candy bar ever!! Too bad about the little chip in the corning ware, but hooray you got it for free. Is it really not usable because of a little chip? Geepers, if I threw away everything I have that has a little chip in it I wouldn't have much left...Ha ha. Maybe I need to do just that...someday...and make room for more stuff! LOL. Happy Fall and thank you for sharing the candy idea. I can't wait to try it.
- September 9, 2016 at 12:37 PM
- Nonnie said...
Love all the orange and so sweet of the lady to give you that piece of Corning.
- September 9, 2016 at 12:42 PM
- Jedidja said...
Hallo, what a good idea. Seeking fall stuff! I will do it also. Love your 'flowers'.
- September 9, 2016 at 2:30 PM
- annie said...
I love the old pyrex. They are great. My mother had the set with the blue flowers on them.
I am a candy corn fan and fall is a great time for that isn't it?
Glad to have found your blog through Friday Foto Friends :)
- September 9, 2016 at 3:21 PM
- Mary said...
1. Hello, fellow East Tennessean!!!
2. I have that same pyrex that I received as a wedding present.
3. The candy corn mixed with peanuts is a favorite! You're right...it DOES taste just like a Pay Day!
- September 10, 2016 at 7:32 AM


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While it's not uncommon for a fighter to have a year or more layoff from competition, for someone to come back to MMA after nearly eight years is fairly rare.
Having last competed in MMA in 2008, flyweight Cindy Hales will be returning to the sport this year, long after some of her opponents have stopped fighting altogether.
"The last time I fought was in 2008 against Fiona Muxlow, and before that I fought Megumi Fuji, and had made my debut a couple years earlier," Hales told MMAWeekly.com. "I've been constantly training and helping a couple other people train, and decided to get back into it.
"It's kind of a long time coming. I would start thinking about it and would do something else. I already kind of doing the training I needed to, so when an opportunity came to fight, I decided to take it."
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At the time Hales last fought in MMA, the landscape for the sport was much different, especially so on the female side of things.
"Being a little bit older, I've seen where the game came from, from where there was very little or no opportunities for a lot of people," Hales said. "It's cool to see there are more opportunities. It's definitely different from when I was competing back in the day."
When Hales (2-1) returns on Saturday in Tacoma, Wash., she'll face newcomer Liz Tracy (1-1) in a 125-pound bout as part of Super Fight League America's Seattle VS Portland team show.
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Monday, March 23, 2015
Guys' Day/Night Out
20 comments:
- Yamini MacLean said...
Hari OM
Hey there Bailey - looking very....macho... there!!! Hope you have a fun time... I might see if I can 'flyspy' on a few of the activities..... hugs and wags, YAM-aunty xxx
- March 23, 2015 at 4:37 AM
- Angel Pip and Ruby said...
Oops, I will be back tomorrow. Have fun guys!
- March 23, 2015 at 5:19 AM
- tubby3pug said...
Such a cute guy
Retro rover
- March 23, 2015 at 6:03 AM
- Julie said...
Oh Mr Bailey you've come over all Macho!
Think yous looking very handsome!
Loves and licky kisses
Princess Leah xxx
- March 23, 2015 at 6:07 AM
- Molly TheWally said...
Enjoy your day dude. Have a marvellous Monday.
Best wishes Molly
- March 23, 2015 at 7:15 AM
- Mark Muller said...
Oh you're right...we can pee on efurry tree while having chips and beer and if we are hungry we can have more chips and more beer and no one says something about that die-t word...aaaaah pawesome :o)
easy rider
- March 23, 2015 at 7:47 AM
- Casey said...
Yeah, we're MANLY MEN!
- March 23, 2015 at 7:55 AM
- Frankie Furter and Ernie said...
OMD this is the mostest FUN we have had in AGES..... we can Eat and Belch and Pharrrrrt and get Muddy and Sweaty and stuffs.... and not hear ANY complaints....
Why didn't we think of this SOONER...????? BOYS RULE.... and Girrrrrls Squat.
- March 23, 2015 at 8:31 AM
- Oz theTerrier said...
Everyone is having a BLAST! This Guys' Day/Night Out is perfect!
- March 23, 2015 at 9:49 AM
- Madi and Mom said...
mol mol Mr. B mom and I need a clothes pin for our girly noses!! I just knew it would be a smelly affair with a bunch of boyz in one place.
Hugs madi your bfff
- March 23, 2015 at 10:45 AM
- Sketching with Dogs said...
Haha, eat, fart and play cards - just like the human men!
Have fun!
Dip and Elliot x
- March 23, 2015 at 12:35 PM
- Murphy said...
We've been having a blast!
Your GUY Pals,
Murphy & Stanley
- March 23, 2015 at 12:45 PM
- Bella Roxy & Macdui said...
Dui's off at most of the events. AND we girls have been to a few, too.
- March 23, 2015 at 12:55 PM
- Sully said...
BOL eating and farting two of my favorite things to do.
Aroo to you,
- March 23, 2015 at 2:07 PM
- Oreo said...
Its been fun so far today!!
- March 23, 2015 at 3:03 PM
- Foley Monster and Pocket said...
That's OK, while you are doing all of that us girls will be doing through your things and taking your kibbe
- March 23, 2015 at 5:09 PM
- Lassiter Chase and Benjamin said...
Happy Guyz Day. Congrats on your bowling score! You da man!
- March 23, 2015 at 5:34 PM
- M. K. Clinton said...
I loved your chin curtain!!! Paw-ty on Bailey!
- March 23, 2015 at 7:33 PM
- Tweedles -- that's me said...
And have some fun,,, don't forget!!
- March 23, 2015 at 10:55 PM
- sprinkles said...
Everyone seems to be really enjoying themselves today.
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Add editing skills to the list of qualifications of Sylvia Flickinger, the new spokeswoman for the state Department of Correction.
On Monday, Flickinger's first day, her office sent out a press release announcing her appointment and quoting Correction Commissioner John J. Armstrong commenting on her background. The lengthy quote ended with Armstrong saying how Flickinger, a former personnel officer, was ``versed in correctional issues and policies, well aware of who is responsible for what, and well-spoken.''


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2013 Spring Academic All-Big Ten Selections Announced
MSU had 113 student-athletes recognized for having a 3.0 or better GPA.
Academic All-Big Ten Honors Announced for the 2012 Fall Season
Seventy-eight Spartans student-athletes were recognized for having a 3.0 or better GPA.
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A Team Claim NIPGL Senior Cup
Thursday, 31 August 2017
BALLYMENA 'A' won the NIPGL Senior Cup last Thursday night, beating Mossley 'A' 84-62 at Old Bleach.
The Braid team were favourites as they had beaten the Mossley men twice in the league.
The Ballymena men were quickly out of the blocks and with only 7 ends played they lead by 30 shots and it looked as though they would romp home to an easy victory however the Mossley men had other ideas.
Over the next 7-8 ends they had much the better of the play and during that time they were able to reduce the deficit to just 8 shots.
But that was as good as it got for the Newtownabbey team as the Braid men found their rhythm again to finish ahead on all 4 rinks and claim victory by a margin of 22 shots.
On rink 2 David Torrington, Graham Wilson, Steven Falls and Nigel Robinson were in great form against E Crawford.
The Mossley men picked up 2 shots on the first end but the Ballymena rink stamped their authority on the game when they won the next 5 ends to lead by 7 shots to 2.
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DUSHANBE, January 28. /ITAR-TASS/. President of Tajikistan Emomali Rakhmon will go to Sochi to attend the Olympic Games, department chief of the Tajik Committee for the affairs of the youth, tourism and sport Nargis Nabiyeba told journalists.
President Rakhmon is expected to be one of the guests of honor at an opening ceremony of the Sochi Olympics, she said.
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Off the Wagon... Again
It seems I took the Dr.'s order to take if easy for two weeks perhaps a bit too seriously. I have done NOTHING so far but eat crap. No running, no walking the mutt (she pulls so hard it was bothering my hip to walk her), no stairs at work. I watched the entire first season of American Horror Story and have an awesome place in Minecraft though, so that's something.
I got a bunch of stuff done around the house this week, so it wasn't as much of a total wash as it feels like. But I can't believe how easy it becomes to do nothing that is good for you. I haven't even done yoga until yesterday; I used to do yoga daily. That's a habit I'm getting back into starting yesterday! Yoga is every bit as good for you as running both physically and mentally, but in a completely different way. The two complement each other perfectly.
Time to get back to 20 minutes of yoga on work days and 40-60 on days off. Goodness knows I need something to help keep me zen, I don't stay that way naturally!
I have today and tomorrow off to see Eddie Vedder both nights (yay!) which gives me plenty of time to start my week off right. So I'm off to do an hour of yoga, make myself a green smoothie, and plan and plot how to keep myself motivated for more than 10 minutes at a time...
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News about private equity firms and their buyouts increasingly make it onto the cover of the FT. But who is behind these groups?
Kohlberg, Kravis and Roberts is one of the largest groups. They currently try to acquire the pharmacist Boots. KRR was founded in 1976 by Henry R. Kravis and cousins Jerome Kohlberg, Jr., George R. Roberts, all of whom had previously worked together at Bear Stearns. KKR has been the largest and most active participant in the buyout market since the mid-1970s. Since its inception, KKR has completed more than 150 transactions with an aggregate enterprise value of over $279 billion. They invented leveraged buyout which occurs when a financial sponsor gains control of a majority of a target company's equity through the use of borrowed money or debt.
Another firm is TPG Capital, L.P. (formerly Texas Pacific Group) which was founded by David Bonderman, James Coulter and William S. Price in 1992.
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First off. HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOM!!
My week was great! We had a few new investigators and got 2 on date for baptism for the 20th, but had to push it back since he wasn't able to get to church yesterday. We did however have one of our investigators come to church with her sister and 2 sons. We are hoping her husband will come soon. He loves God and has a bit of alcohol & tobacco problem. Should be fun when we talk about the Word of Wisdom.
Yesterday, we were tracting down the road from our apartment. We knocked on a few homes and only 2 wanted to talk. The first home was one where a woman not much older than I, answered and said her boyfriend was LDS and has talked to her about the Gospel and the Book of Mormon. She was raised Baptist but stopped going to church when her parents divorced. She said she has some interest about the Gospel and says she wants to come to church next week. The second home was actually one of my first street contacts from my first full day in Phenix City. We had left him with a Bible and a pamphlet. Anyway, he answered and he was busy but would like for us to come by and talk to him.
The days are getting warmer and warmer here in Phenix City. I sweat so much every day and it was quite hard for me on Saturday/Sunday. I started my fast at 2pm and we tracted part of a neighborhood and I was sweating buckets. It was hard and I started to get really dehydrated. Nevertheless, I endured to the end of the fast. It was worth it. We had several great lessons, new investigators, and one came to church. The power of fasting amazes me.
In a couple of weeks my trainer, Elder Stewart, is 'dying', or going home. 8 weeks sure do go by quickly and they've generally been good weeks. My allergies haven't been acting up, oddly enough. I am getting acclimated to this area but that does not stop me sweating profusely most days. We are still in contact with the Howells and we see them every week.
About everyday last week we had a dinner appointment with members. Whether they bring us something or we eat there, I just love it. President Cottle has challenged us to bear our testimonies when we eat in a member's home. We have done our best to do so and we invite the Spirit into that home and what I want to bring to that home is that we are representatives of Jesus Christ. And what a title it is!
We have a great Work to do here in Georgia and Alabama. I love the people, though some may not like us too much or don't want to hear anything we have to say, I want to teach and preach to those that are ready, though they may be few. I strive to learn new things and meet new people everyday I go out. It can be a struggle here. A lot of people are religious and have a faith in Christ, but seem to not want to talk to us when we bring up that we would like to share a message about Christ. Many times now, we have been mistaken as Jehovah's Witness and Insurance salesmen. It must be the shirt and tie.
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- Dr. Mansour Bendago
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Dr. Bendago really knows his stuff. Some of the rest of the staff seemed a little standoffish, but he was very friendly and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend him if you're looking to have a procedure done that he specializes in.
Dr. Bendago is the only doctor I would ever trust to sculpt my behind. He knows a lot about Brazilian Butt Lifts totally satisfied with his work.
I went to TCC for my abdomen and flanks in June of 2017. The staff were extremely professional and very accommodating. I am extremely happy with my results even just 3 months post op! My self confidence and ability to get dressed with ease in the morning has dramatically increased! The reason I did not give 5 stars is because of the following: Some of the staff members body shamed those are aren't "perfect" and place a huge unhealthy emphasis on appearance vs health. I quote "doesn't that procedure hurt?" And response was "doesn't it hurt when you look in the mirror?". That was pretty harsh in my opinion. Also right after my procedure the nurses rushed me into my garment when I was in extreme pain and appeared to have no empathy for me right after my procedure. They could work on their people skills a bit. But! The girls at reception were so lovely and Dr Bendago did a very good job. No infections or complications. They are also really great with follow up and they even send a nurse the next day after your procedure to help you change your dressings and check up! I had a pretty good experience here and would recommend it as a safe and mostly pleasant experience.
Dr. Mansour Bendago makes you feel extremely comfortable during consult and surgery. i simply love how i look now , Thank you so much four this amazing gift !
I had my procedure on August 16, the staff is amazing, Dr. Bendago was great very professional. I had breast augmentation and lipo on my abdomen and flanks. I'm in love with my results! Thank you Dr. Bendago
I drove two hours to see Dr. Mansour Bendago and it was totally worth the trip. He is the master of the Brazilian Butt Lift. My backside has never looked better!
Alina, the office manager was so accommodating. I am from out of town and for my culture I needed to have a procedure done ASAP!! I wanted the consultation, and procedure to be done on the same day. I called other clinics to see who could accommodate me and I got denied until the Toronto Cosmetic Clinic. I called on the Saturday and I was booked for a procedure the next day (Sunday), I was so happy. Every other place was closed on Sunday except for TCC..Like really, who else is open 7 days a week. Anyways, the office manager Alina heard about my situation and how I needed to be booked as soon as humanly possible and she personally contacted me to help me prepare and prep for the procedure. It was done in such a quick, professional, organized manner. Nothing could compare. Thank you to Alina and the staff at TCC for providing me with the best patient care I have ever gotten!
I had recently made a visit to the Toronto Cosmetic Clinic and I must say I am very impressed. Now a days I find it very hard to seek quality service from anywhere yet it was given to me at TCC. Upon arrival I was greeted with smiling faces and was offered coffee, water, or tea. Just when I thought that the service was excellent, but the presentation of the beverages was exquisite! They don't cheap out on stuff and automatically I saw this as a reflection of how they treat and care for their patients. Matter of fact I am booked for a pre-operative appointment and I am very excited to see my end result!
Bad, unsymmetrical work, and very expensive. Doesn't do what you ask, and you end up needing revision. Maybe that's on purpose to grab more money...
People come from all over Canada to have procedures done by Dr. Bendago. I am one of them and I can see why. The results were more than I hoped for.
Dr. Mansour Bendago's Credentials
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Yes, this doctor is accepting new patients
Dr. Mansour Bendago is a certified Canadian Plastic Surgeon. He specializes in body contouring procedures at Toronto Cosmetic Clinic, such as liposuction, tummy tuck, breast lift and breast augmentation.
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Carey does a lovely job of giving us just enough back-story and exposition to keep us afloat in this strange new world. Exorcism is something that only certain individuals can do, regardless of religious affiliation (of which Castor has none). Castor plays tunes on a tin whistle to work his exorcisms, while others use anything from cat's cradles to more traditional bells, books, and candles. Exorcism is basically a state of mind and a talent linked to that mind that can take pretty much any form. When it works, exorcism sends the ghost away. Where? Castor doesn't know.
In this first adventure, the not-very-hard-boiled Castor takes an assignment to purge a rare documents library of a newly acquired ghost which seems to have arrived with a shipment of pre-Revolutionary Russian documents.
Of course, nothing is as it seems. Castor will soon come to question the ethics of exorcism itself. He'll also have to face human crime-lords, a giant were-something that looks just barely human, and a succubus called up from Hell. There will also be an embarrassing moment at a wedding and a moment of seriocomic vengeance at an annoying teen's birthday party.
Everything goes down smoothly and enjoyably. Carey's imagination is a fun place to stroll around in, his characters deftly sketched, and Castor an occasionally guilt-wracked but generally witty and humane narrator.
And then there's Castor's best friend Rafi, in an insane asylum with a demon welded to his soul. That's partially Castor's fault, and the Rafi story-line will gain in prominence as the five Felix Castor novels play out. Recommended.


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Friday, October 19, 2012
Good news!
My story "The Dead Travel Silently" has won first-place and will be published by Rogue Blades in its STEALTH challenge anthology. I essentially woke up to this news today, as the gmail message notification was the first thing I saw after I dazedly turned off my phone's alarm clock. Great wake-up call. I confess I haven't been writing. I've been working, of course, and coaching soccer. (I played four years on my college's team. It's become clear to the local club that I know the game, so in addition to coaching my older son's team and assisting with my younger son's, I've been recruited to coach the all-star team for my older son's age group.) I've also spent too much time playing Avernum: Escape from the Pit on the iPad--easily the most addictive D&D-style game I can recall playing. My resolution is that this morning's wake-up call will also serve as a wake-up call for my writing career as a whole. I have some talent; time to get back to using it. Cheers, RR
Thursday, June 21, 2012
Change of course
Dear Reader, I'm still alive. Also, I'm still writing. My intention last year was to write Goldspire, a sword-against-sorcery novel. At some point in the late spring, though, I lost momentum and turned my attention to other pursuits. Mostly good ones--time with my family, work, playing and coaching soccer, Dungeons & Dragons, comic books--but non-writing ones. I did write one fantasy short story for a proposed anthology and am awaiting word on its fate. We recently returned from a vacation in Costa Rica, and while there, I had an idea for an "urban fantasy" novel. (Quick tangent: as far as non-fantasy thrillers go, The Day of the Jackal is unequivocally masterful.) I've enjoyed reading some urban fantasy novels (e.g. Hanover's Black Sun's Daughter series and Hearne's Iron Druid series) but have absolutely cringed at others. I came to this conclusion, though: pre-Enlightenment fantasy is somewhat at low tide now, and though I'm confident in the potential of Goldspire, it's a tough book to write (multiple, third-person viewpoints), and I'm not sure it's the best time for me to bear that burden while also holding a full-time job and parenting two high-intensity boys. A first-person, contemporary voice, on the other hand ... Which leads me to my new work-in-progress: Peacemaker. It's the opening of the story of Dylan Galloway, a youth minister in Atlanta who also serves as the assistant of Father Luis Rocha, a full-fledged exorcist. After Padre Luis vanishes, Dylan must find him and discover what sinister plan would require the exorcist's kidnapping as its first step. I'm excited. Cheers, RR
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CELEBRITIES have clubbed together to help raise money to improve maternity care in deprived countries.
International charity VSO (Voluntary Service Overseas) is launching their first In Her Shoes charity walk.
One of the walks will set off from Baddesley Clinton Car Park in Warwick on May 15. Walkers can choose from the full four and a half mile circuit, or a shorter route.
According to figures released by the World Health Organisation, a woman dies every minute in childbirth. VSO hope to raise at least £40,000 through In Her Shoes to provide better healthcare resources for some of the world's poorest countries.
Participants are encouraged to pick out or create their own pair of 'dazzling' shoes for the walk.
Stars such as Sharon Osbourne, Joanna Lumley and Beverly Knight have all designed shoes for the event.
A number of prizes are on offer as an incentive for the top fundraisers, including some of the celebrity designed shoes.
Jane Quayle from VSO said: "The impact of our health volunteers' work is significant, but we urgently need more funds to maintain the flow of volunteers."
In Sierra Leone one in eight women die during childbirth because of insufficient maternity care. Every woman, regardless of where she lives should have access to good maternal health care."
For more information, or to view the celebrity designs visit: www.inhershoes.org.uk


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Unable to update the Coherence Adapter in SOA 12.2.1, the configuration plan is not persisted
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Unable to update Coherence Adapter in SOA 12.2.1 after applying Patch 22648699 (SOA Suite12.2.1-JCA files not getting updated with Configuration Plan values).
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Once an oil furnace has been in usage for time, it can develop issues that will certainly have no bearing on the model of the furnace or its manufacturer. You have to try to fix the trouble, only after completely understanding the situations that resulted in it. Basic troubleshooting can, in most cases, lead you to the source of the trouble. This is particularly the instance when the issue is a tiny one. When the trouble is a lot more complicated, it is always best to locate the appropriate professional that could make the needed repair services. In this post, we will review the leading oil furnace issues that you may come across.
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A lot of people want to change their habits when it comes to nutrition, but only a few ever do so. All you need are some new ideas and the will to get started.
Many people assume salad is good for them. While the vegetables are indeed good for you, the dressing is not. Creamy dressings are high in fat and low in beneficial nutrients. Instead, opt for vinaigrette-style dressings or create your own simple dressing using olive oil and vinegar. Also, try adding cranberries or walnuts to your salad!
If you want to purchase any prepared foods, take a close look at the label first. Many unhealthy ingredients, such as salt and sugar, may be hiding behind that "reduced-fat" label. If you are trying to lose weight, avoid eating over-processed foods. Labels should always list ingredients in terms you can understand. The foods you consume should not contain many artificial ingredients.
If you have trouble eating healthy foods, try sneaking them into your usual foods. This can really help if you or your children are fussy eaters or dislike fruits and vegetables. To give you an idea of how this would work, you could use dry milk powder in things that you bake and drinks prepared in your blender. You could also try slipping 1/2 a cup of white beans, or any amount to your personal taste, into a batch of cookies or the next cake you bake. You will have everyone eating better without them knowing.
Organic Foods
Organic food is the best type of food that you can put in your body. Mounting scientific evidence shows that organic foods are higher in nutrients, and lower in nitrates. This is what Mother Nature intended. Taste some of the top organic foods to determine your preferences.
Try packing your own lunch for work or school. Packing your own lunch puts you in control of exactly what you are eating. Preparing a healthy meal will not take more than ten minutes.
When choosing a diet, be sure it provides proper nutrition, and make sure you eat around 8oz. of lean meat daily. This ensures that you regularly get enough protein and iron to look and feel your best. There are some meats that are especially good for protein and iron, including bison, venison and other lean cuts of meat.
Slow down when you are eating! In today's fast-paced society, peoople eat too quickly. Take some time to experience your food as you eat. Eat slowly, and savor each bite. You will begin to feel full sooner. This makes you less likely to overeat.
Add salmon to your diet. Salmon is high in the omega-3 family of fatty acid, as well as niacin. Research has linked niacin in the prevention of Alzheimer's disease, and Omega-3's can help to reduce the chances of developing heart disease and cancer. To reduce the risk of eating toxic chemicals, always choose wild salmon over farmed salmon.
Heart-healthy diets include low fat and high protein foods. Chicken and other poultry fulfill this, but make sure to leave the skin out. Poultry should be roasted, baked, or broiled instead of fried. Dark meat is not as healthy as white meat.
It is important to get adequate amounts of calcium. Calcium rich foods include but are not limited to legumes, nuts, seeds, dairy products and leafy green vegetables. Incorporating sources of calcium into your diet is crucial if you want to maintain healthy bones and strong teeth. Osteoporosis, a brittle bone disease, can be caused by calcium deficiency. Osteoporosis inflicts many people as they age, and can usually be avoided by receiving the proper amounts of calcium throughout your life.
If you think you are prepared to make some changes in your life to improve your diet and make smarter food choices, take the fresh ideas you learned here and apply them in your own life. Nutrition should be one of the cornerstones of your life. You will discover that you feel better all around when it is.


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For many of us, the only familiarity we have with any kind of crime is whatever is shown on CSI, Law & Order or The Wire.
Unsurprisingly, these television shows often paint an inaccurate picture of what crime is actually like in order to maximize dramatic effect. The investigation of a crime and the prosecution of a perpetrator is a more nuanced, complicated process than it is made out to be on television. To explore the issue of crime, I spoke with three professors at the College who do cutting-edge research in different fields related to criminalistics and criminology.
I first spoke with Professor of Natural Sciences Lawrence Kaplan, a criminalist and forensic scientist who teaches the popular non-major course "Chemistry in Crime." His current research is in fingerprinting. "Many people think that you just dust for fingerprints, but there's dozens of ways to do it," he explained. "It depends on the surface that the fingerprint is on, whether it's a porous surface, or a non-porous surface like glass or metal or something like a plastic bag. I've been researching new methods of detecting fingerprints on skin, with lasers playing an important role."
Kaplan's experience in the field has been extensive. A self-described "criminalist" who does not specialize in a particular field, he has worked with "a number of professional crime labs" including the Albany crime lab, the New York State Police Forensic Investigation Center, the New Jersey state police, the Connecticut state police and the Florida department of law enforcement. However, he has restricted his current work to consulting for different police departments in Berkshire county. "I don't enjoy testifying," Lawrence said. "It's an adversarial system. The lawyers are not particularly kind, and they're not paid to be. They try to trip me up as an expert witness or belittle or trivialize what you say. And when a jury hears scientific evidence, they blank out if it doesn't resemble a CSI show. When I testify, I'm there for the sole purpose of describing what I found. I have no axe to grind." Currently, when Kaplan does forensic analyses for the police, he does not testify and the evidence that he analyzes does not leave the custody of the police.
I next spoke to Professor of Psychology Saul Kassin, who is on leave for the semester. We discussed his research on the psychology of juries and on false confessions, and I was astounded to learn how much of police and judicial policy lags far behind discoveries in the psychological community. To conduct his research on juries, Kassin created mock trials so that the jury could be closely observed (the filming of real juries is illegal). In one mock trial, he demonstrated that although jurors are instructed by the judge to make their decision a certain way, they can make up their mind along the way and make preliminary judgments. "It was remarkable to watch a judge basically tell the rules of the game after they've played it," Kassin said.
Kassin's current research focuses on false confessions. He told me that a shocking 25 percent of wrongful convictions are caused by false confessions. "Confessions have always been considered the gold standard of evidence that can be presented to a jury," he said. "Juries are profoundly influenced by confessions, but innocent people confess to crimes they didn't commit and this evidence isn't perfect." Kassin's work was cited in a recent piece of New York State legislation that requires juries to see videotapes of interrogations, and he also worked with the American Psychological Association to legislate required DNA testing regardless of confession.
Finally, I talked to Professor of Anthropology and Sociology Robert Jackall, who is currently engaged in intelligence research but also did criminology work in the late '80s and early '90s. In his work with the New York Police Department (NYPD) and the New York City Transit Police (now a part of the NYPD), his most significant research focused on the phenomenon of occupational crime. "When the police talk about crime, they talk about how 90 percent of the crime is committed by 10 percent of the criminals," Jackall said. "What this means is that the most serious kind of crime that people have to address is occupational crime – a group of people who choose to do crime as a way of making a living."
He told me one particularly vivid story that demonstrated the prevalence of occupational crime. His first interview with a criminal in the course of his research was with an armed robber named Rasheem. Rasheem had been part of an operation that stole money from subway ticket booths, used the money to buy crack cocaine, sold it at marked-up prices in South Carolina, bought guns in South Carolina and then sold the guns at marked-up prices in New York City. "Rasheem took over the interview," Jackall said. "He said to me, 'Professor, what do you want? You want to know why I does what I do. Do you have any idea how much money I was making when we was riding high on the J [New York subway] line? I was making $8000 a week, and I could f*** at will, and you want me to get a regular job?'"
As Jackall described it, prison is simply an occupational hazard for criminals. "Rasheem had rings on every finger, gold sleeves for all of his teeth, he bought expensive jewelry for his girlfriend and he brushed his teeth with Moet," he said.
I asked if he had any idea of how to reduce this kind of crime. "I wouldn't pretend to guess what should be done," he said. "But these guys make their living from organized, systematic violence against other human beings, and no amount of education or persuasion is going to make them want to stop."


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Senator Shelby, Dear Gentle Reader(s) was first elected to the Senate as a Democrat in 1986; he switched parties in 1994 when the Republicans took control of congress with the Contract with America--remember that one?
Today, one wonders if Mr. Shelby is having some regrets...or if he's planning another switch, having shown his propensity to read the political winds.
Shelby has come out against the lack of oversight written into Treasury Secretary Paulson's plan to "save" the economy.
Section 8 of the act, as written at this moment, prohibits oversight by courts or Congress. That's hard to swallow. Even for Mr. Shelby.
After nearly 8 years of "trust me" from this Republican administration, they want to have Congress issue a blank check for nearly 1,000,000,000,000 dollars without oversight?
Even a turncoat Democrat recognizes the absurdity of that one.
Welcome back, Senator.
Trust, but for God's sake, verify!!!!!
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Hi, I'm a musician and I'm really bad at video editing. I was wondering if someone would be interested in making a video for my music. I made an orchestral arrangement of the main theme of the movie Interstellar, and I would like a video containing scenes from the movie to match it so I can upload it to YouTube. If someone is interested please let me know.
This is my arrangement: https://soundcloud.com/sr7s/interstellar