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Electrical Safety Track
Title: Root Cause Analysis for Electrical Safety
Presenter: Dennis Neitzel, AVO Training Institute, Inc.
The electrical safety inspection program should also include a Root Cause Analysis of the deficiencies identified during the inspection. A root cause analysis is a systematic approach for identifying the underlying causes of why an incident or accident occurred so that the most effective solutions can be identified and implemented. Within any industrial or commercial organization problem solving, incident investigation, and root cause analysis are all fundamentally connected by three basic questions:
- What is the problem?
- Why did it happen?
- What will be done to prevent it in the future?
A root cause analysis is essentially a method of problem solving used for identifying the root causes of incidents, faults, or problems. Hazards identified during an inspection, recommended changes or corrections in processes, and safe work practices and procedures should be analyzed to help prevent a reoccurrence. Any deficiencies identified in the inspection, along with lessons learned, should be communicated to all potentially affected personnel in the organization that may benefit from the information.
Transformers Track
Title: Transformer Oil Processing and Transformer Field Vacuum Dryout
Presenter: Gregory Steeves, Baron USA
Whether due to atmospheric contamination; the byproducts of aging; or other causes, transformer insulation and insulating oil will gradually increase in contamination with water, gases, particulate and oxidation products. These contaminants reduce the ability of the insulation and oil to serve their purpose. Therefore, transformer life depends heavily on the condition of the liquid and solid insulation. The liquid insulation can be maintained and restored with purification and reclamation. The solid insulation, however, is difficult to maintain directly. Various technologies and techniques are available to maintain the insulation (both directly & indirectly). Appropriate selection and application of transformer dry-out technologies and techniques can extend transformer life, reduce downtime and save money. These technologies and their field applications will be discussed.
Reliability Track
Title: Performing Cable Diagnostics on MV Cables with Special Emphasis on Offline Partial Discharge
Presenter: Craig Goodwin, HV Diagnostics
The recent new developments in MV Cable testing standards has resulted in many NETA companies having to both re-tool and re-educate their workforce, replacing their traditional DC hipots with new modern AC Very Low Frequency (VLF) hipots required by these new standards. These VLF AC test instruments also provide new and superior cable diagnostic capabilities that were not available with their older DC counterparts. In this regard, VLF Tan Delta (TD) diagnostics of MV cables has become the norm in the industry with strong standards and guides providing the necessary acceptance criteria.
What is less familiar to most NETA companies, or at the very least, very misunderstood, is the performance of Partial Discharge diagnostics with these AC hipots. This presentation highlights the exciting application of Offline PD testing of MV Cables, emphasizing the benefits and challenges involved, showing practical examples from the field. This presentation is a must for anyone wanting to learn more about PD testing of MV cables in the field.
Equipment Track
Title: The Importance of Condenser Type Bushing
Presenter: Keith Hill, Doble Engineering Company
A short history of the bushing from the first used bulk type bushing to the dry and oil filled condenser type bushing. This paper will point out how the condenser type bushing allowed for higher voltages to be used. Without the condenser type bushing higher voltages were limited to the physical size of the bulk type bushings. A review of the standard recommended off-line test procedures such as C1 and C2 as well as diagnostic tests such as inverted C1, C1 + C2 and tip-up will be reviewed. Abnormal power factors and capacitances will be covered and some common causes for these abnormal test results. Importance of the BIL rating and various voltage classes will also be covered.
Relays Track
Title: Presentation of IEEE PSRC, WG I-25 Report
Presenter: Will Knapek, OMICRON electronics Corp. USA
This presentation will be on the IEEE PSRC Working Group I-25 report "Commissioning Testing of Protection Systems"
There are many different types of protection system testing described and explained in IEEE C37.233, Guide for Power System Protection Testing [B1]. Although part of the guide covers the subject of commissioning testing of protection systems, this report is intended to strictly focus on providing recommendations on commissioning testing.
As discussed in IEEE C37.233 - 2009, the objective of commissioning tests are to evaluate the condition of protection equipment after installation, but before final energization to verify that equipment is installed and wired properly, to verify that correct settings and configurations are applied, and to observe interaction with other power apparatus. The focus of the tests is to confirm that the systems function as designed.
The guide identifies the following commissioning test objectives:
Install and integrate the system components with the site current transformers (CTs), voltage transformer (VTs), sensors, communications systems, wiring and auxiliary power supplies.
Verify that factory-supplied connections are correct and complete.
Verify each component performs in accordance with vendor specifications and type testing for that component.
Test interactions and overall system performance with samplings of test cases across the spectrum of possibilities, but not a comprehensive suite as used for factory type tests.
Test the overall scheme by simulating power system events that cannot be generated on demand using techniques described in the guide. Examples include: transient simulation, tests for abnormal conditions, end -to-end testing and functional testing of applications using IEC 61850.
Operate other power apparatus or secondary control systems in the vicinity to show that the system is secure and/or dependable in the face of spurious environmental influences or communications traffic. Verify proper mapping and operation of the protective device with other data/control systems to which it is interconnected.
The objectives identified in the guide, are accomplished through testing protocols and other analysis techniques, as well as specific approaches to how equipment is added to the existing infrastructure.
Equipment Track
Title: Review of Medium-Voltage Asset Failure Investigations
Presenter: William Higinbotham, EA Technology LLC
A forensic investigation, or "post mortem", of failed equipment is an excellent tool to gain insight into the methods by failures occur. Knowing the root cause failure mechanism allows you to determine the best practice for condition assessment. It can also provide input into workmanship or equipment issues that might make future failures preventable. EA Technology maintains a forensic failure investigation lab that specializes in failures of medium voltage switchgear, cables, and cable accessories. In the past several years, this lab has done dozens of failure investigations for power system operators around the world.
This paper reviews the existing failure investigation reports and uses that experience to look at the most common failures and their root causes. It summarizes the best methods for avoiding the failures and for detecting impending failures on in-service equipment. The failure studies include equipment from 11KV to 33KV. Cables, splices, terminations, and metal clad switchgear failures are all examined in this paper.
Relays Track
Title: Transformer Differential Testing & Commissioning
Presenter: John Lane, Doble Engineering Company
Transformers can be the single largest investment in the substation. Loss of a transformer can be catastrophic with damage to surrounding bus and circuit breaker network not to mention lose to power to consumers and potential loss of stability of the grid. They can range in size from 5 MVA to over 1000 MVA. The higher the MVA the more complex the protection scheme can be. Protection can range from high-side fuses to overcurrent protection to differential with adaptive harmonic restraint. Transformers can range from single to multi-winding. Transformers can be protected as a single unit or part of a larger network. Basic transformer testing will be discussed as well new advances in transformer protection, testing, and commissioning including two stage slope adaptive test that detects internal versus external faults and commissioning will be discussed.
Electrical Safety Track
Title: Identifying Residual Risk from Electrical Hazards: Avoiding Pitfalls to Achieve Risk ALARP
Presenter: H. Landis Floyd, Electrical Safety Group, Inc.
This paper discusses 3 topics in safety risk management: Risk Assessment, Residual Risk and achieving risk As Low as Reasonably Practicable (ALARP). Although widely used for more than 70 years in reducing likelihood of mishaps with extraordinary catastrophic consequences, risk management was emphasized in the 2015 revision to NFPA70E in the 2012 revision. In this revision, Annex F was revised and retitled, "Risk Assessment Procedure". Practitioners in electrical safety may be new in applying tools and methodologies essential to effective risk management. This paper will discuss techniques to avoid two pitfalls in applying risk assessment methodologies: 1) overestimating effectiveness of applied risk control measure, and 2) underestimating residual risk.
Transformers Track
Title: Review of Wye/Delta Transformer Connections & How It Affects Current & Voltage Measured on Both Sides of the Transformer
Presenter: Todd Martin, Basler Electric
Incorrectly identified transformer connections and CT connections continue to be a leading cause of incorrectly protected or underprotected transformers. Sometimes, in an effort to overcome incorrectly identified system configuration, the protection is set to provide minimal protection. At other times, differential protection is disabled altogether. This paper discusses wye/delta transformers in various configurations. It explains the phase relationship of voltage and current in most common transformer connections as well as common CT connections in legacy and modern protection. This paper shows the phase and magnitude relationship for both balanced and unbalanced conditions.
The paper includes discussion of tools available today to help with understanding the system, at commissioning and in the event a fault occurs later. Modern relays offer differential reports that can help identify incorrectly configured protection. Modern COMTRADE viewers make it much easier to understand what happened in an incorrectly set relay so that the issue may be resolved.
Reliability Track
Title: Timing and Travel Analysis of the Medium-Voltage Vacuum Circuit Breakers
Presenter: Albert Livshitz, CE Power Engineered Services, LLC
During the operation of the circuit interruption, device opening time and velocity of the primary contacts play a very critical role. This is even more important for the medium voltage vacuum circuit breakers. Configuration and design of the contacts inside the vacuum interrupters cause the contacts to bounce during the closing operation creating micro welds over the surface. These could significantly impede the subsequent opening operation. Mechanism wear and lack of maintenance and lubrication of the vacuum circuit breaker could result in slowing down the opening and closing operation. Adjustments of the operating mechanism; realignment of the primary disconnects; replacement of the components, including the vacuum interrupters; or any other mechanical intervention during the maintenance of the vacuum circuit breakers requires to be verified through timing testing and travel analysis. This paper will address various failure modes of medium voltage vacuum circuit breakers associated with the inadequate velocity and timing of the closing and opening operation, and will provide recommendations for timing and travel analysis testing during the maintenance, reconditioning or repairs.
Equipment Track
Title: A Customer's Perspective: Electrical Testing Agencies
Presenter: Randall Sagan, MBUSI
As a facility electrical engineer at a large automotive assembly plant for over twenty-three years, I have had the opportunity to work with several different electrical testing agencies on many different projects. This paper discusses some of my experiences related to acceptance testing, commissioning, startup, and annual power system maintenance. I will cover the most successful projects along with the not-so-successful projects, and describe the factors that contributed to each.
When properly planned and executed, the best projects were done safely, in a timely manner, and provided reliable and useful information related to the condition of the power system. My experiences as a "customer" provide a unique perspective that can be beneficial to anyone who may be involved with these types of electrical projects.
Relays Track
Title: Who Has the 32?
Presenter: Benjamin Kazimier, Basler Electric
The proliferation of distributed energy resources (DER) has led to an increased number of utility interconnection requests. Utility interconnection agreements can be confusing to DER developers and are often misunderstood, not only in scope but in spirit. In the case of co-ops and municipalities without a full engineering staff, these documents may not be understood well internally. Still, once established, these guidelines must be followed or negotiated in an intelligent manner. One topic that is routinely questioned by DER developers and frequently required by the interconnection agreement is directional power protection (32). So it begs the question: Who Has the Power?
While simple in concept, directional power protection often becomes confusing when the conversation extends beyond what is written in the interconnection agreement. Combine the difficulty in understanding the requirements with the differences that exist in different vintages of relays, both solid state and numeric (both of which are popular for directional power applications) and the different CT and VT arrangements available, and it could confuse someone who has little experience with these types of applications. The probability for human error when making CT and VT connections during the installation phase can be a source of additional confusion during testing and commissioning.
This paper seeks to be a tutorial for the application of directional power for DER installations. An explanation of directional power is provided. Examples of interconnection requirements related to directional power are given. Illustrations with waveforms in the time domain and phasors show the power system and the signals presented to the relay for various CT and VT connections. The focus on these figures is not only related to correct connections but also for the consequences when something is connected incorrectly. Thus, the paper can serve as a reference to a utility or to DER developers when questions arise regarding directional power protection.
Electrical Safety Track
Title: Safety Tips for Qualified Persons
Presenter: Jim White, Shermco Industries
Although electrical workers have become better educated about work involving electrical hazards, there's still a lot that can be learned. This paper discusses several areas that continue to cause safety issues and injuries, and look at practical ways to avoid hazards associated with performing electrical work.
Transformers Track
Title: Diagnostic Testing and Assessing Insulation System Life
Presenter: Nicholas Perjanik, WEIDMANN Diagnostic Solutions
Whether natural aging or fault activity is involved, both the mechanical strength of the solid insulation and the quality of the insulating fluid are significant factors in determining the remaining operating life of a transformer. Across the industry, users and companies that service electrical equipment have relied on Dissolved Gas Analysis (DGA) and Furanic Compound Testing to determine the age and condition of solid insulating paper in transformers indirectly. In addition to DGA, Furans, and other general oil quality tests there are new test methods being developed to assist in this insulation system assessment. Current work in this area includes the development of a new complimentary ASTM method for detecting the paper degradation markers methanol and ethanol in oil. Relating to the strength of the paper and complimentary to existing laboratory tests, this standard test method can be used to detect the presence of these two degradation markers in electrical insulating liquids at the part-per-billion level. This presentation covers the integration of existing and newly developed laboratory tests for improved insulation system aging and condition assessment.
Reliability Track
Title: The Importance of Power Factor Testing SF6 Gas Circuit Breakers
Presenter: Jay Garnett, Doble Engineering
Many companies do power factor testing on oil circuit breakers, but do not power factor test SF6 gas circuit breakers. This paper will cover the insulations tested and the test circuits used for different types of gas circuit breakers. It will then cover some case studies where problems were found doing those tests.
Reliability Track
Title: The Art and Science of High Voltage System Reliability in Industrial Applications
Presenter: Alan Ross, SD Myers
The changes taking place in many industrial facilities require an art and science approach to high voltage electrical system reliability. The art is represented by people knowledge, which is fast being depleted as boomers retire. The science is changing almost too fast for us to keep up with.
The biggest change is in diagnostic and analytical systems brought on by Condition Based Monitoring and the Internet of Things adoption. While real-time data streams on critical assets add values, it also creates problems.
The next generations of reliability and electrical engineering professionals are going to face three significant issues as they take over high voltage electrical system reliability:
1. While we all realize that we have an aging infrastructure, the problem is more prevalent in the area of electrical systems due to the age of the assets, particularly transformers.
2. Massive amounts of "Static Data", data that can be all over the place in terms of location, quality and timeliness, is now being coupled with "Dynamic Data" coming from monitors. As a result, we have experienced data chaos.
3. Reliability has become a key discipline, yet we are only scratching the surface with the positive impact reliability professionals will have on high voltage electrical systems. Currently, many organizations have a test, break-fix and run to failure approach to electrical system and transformer reliability. Continuing with this approach will lead to unplanned outages and downtime losses.
Finally, we will discuss the way diagnostics and legacy knowledge can be used in systems large and small, a process that will take coordination between all of the stakeholders affected by the use of power - which is certainly every facet of an industrial or commercial facility.
Equipment Track
Title: Don't Let a Bad Leak Spoil Your Day, The Latest Solutions for Online Leak Repair of Transformers, Circuit Breakers, & GIS
Presenter: Jim Hackett, The Colt Group
Oil and SF6 leaks develop at various locations on both new and aged HV apparatus. If oil or gas are getting out, air and moisture are getting in and impacting equipment condition. In the past repair options were limited to draining/de-pressurizing and re-gasketing, welding, applying epoxy or just wrapping with an absorbent material. Today these leaks can be repaired using a time-proven method that is completed while the leak is active and in many cases with the equipment in-service. No epoxies or welding - a sealant specifically developed for electric apparatus is used - flexible and easily removed. Over 15,000 leak repairs have been documented with this proven process. This presentation will explain the methodology with numerous "before and after" photographs and examples.
Attendees to this presentation will learn some of the latest Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) programs from utilities and power plants in North America, as well as current R & D projects on leak repair solutions.
Ron Widup, Shermco Industries
Remember the time you witnessed a 480-volt fault first hand? And if you heard it more than once that "shotgun blast" was likely the same sound each time. Have you seen the effects a medium-voltage electrical arc flash can have on the human body? What can we learn from these incidents?
There are many documented cases of electrical equipment failures or injury from electrical contact or burns. This symposium will present several case studies, provide opinions as to the cause, and more importantly, actions that could have been taken to prevent the incident from occurring in the first place. We can always learn from our life experiences and knowledge... this session will capitalize on this concept with experts in the industry providing insight and analysis to help us in our quest to live an incident-free existence in the world of electrical power. Don't miss this very informative session!
Electrical Safety Track
Title: Risk Assessment in the Design Phase
Presenter: Mike Doherty, eHazard
A practical, interactive and engaging session in regards to the execution of electrical task planning with electrical safety as the main component. Risk assessment procedure as described in NFPA 70E-18 and CSA Z462-18 will be used to obtain an output of "Residual Risk" before any electrical work begins. Residual Risk is the risk remaining after a hierarchy of methods has been implemented by competent and qualified people. Designing safe electrical work into a comprehensive documented plan is a critical skill set for any business unit wishing to keep their crews safe and to maximize efficient and on time schedules.
Transformers Track
Title: Applying Sweep Frequency Response Analysis and Leakage Reactance to Determine Mechanical Faults in a Power Transformer
Presenter: Charles Sweetser, OMICRON electronics Corp. USA
Sweep Frequency Response Analysis (SFRA) and Leakage Reactance (LR) testing provided essential information needed to determine the "mechanical" condition of your transformer assets. Fault events or shipping impacts are the main causes for winding damage. Winding movement and/or deformation cause changes in the leakage channels and associated passive RLC elements. Both Sweep Frequency Response Analysis (SFRA) and Leakage Reactance (LR) can be used in conjunction to identify and confirm any changes in the leakage channels and associated passive RLC elements.
Electrical Safety Track
Title: A Program Within a Program
Presenter: Terry Becker, ESPS Electrical Safety Program Solutions INC.
OSHA Regulations in the USA and OH&S Regulations in Canada require that Personal Protective Equipment be provided to employees/workers. An employer after identifying hazards in the workplace, shall implement appropriate "controls" to mitigate exposure or reduce risk. The NFPA 70E and CSA Z462 Standards provide the "tools" for determining arc flash and shock PPE related to an authorized, energized electrical work task assigned to a Qualified Electrical Worker. A key element of the required Risk Assessment Procedure is the mitigation or reduction of severity/harm related to the potential exposure of arc flash or shock hazards. NFPA 70E and CSA Z462 also provide information on Electrical Specific PPE, Tools & Equipment, but that information is not presented in a "Management System" context. An employer's Electrical Safety Program needs to include detailed and comprehensive content and reference information on Electrical Specific PPE, Tools & Equipment. The content included in an Electrical Safety Program is "A Program Within a Program!" This paper and presentation will highlight and discuss the details of this "Program Within a Program."
Transformers Track
Title: Transformer Insulation Field Diagnostics 1.0
Presenter: Diego Robalino, Megger
Power Transformer insulation diagnostics in the field has gone a long way since the first testing technology became available more than a century ago. Insulation materials as well as other components within the power transformer have evolved and the instrumentation dedicated to assess the condition of the insulation system has taken a major step towards more efficient, lighter, friendly and accurate technology. Nevertheless, field testing encounters numerous challenges related to infrastructure, accessibility, safety and time.
The use of fundamental insulation diagnostics in the field following best practices allow accurate interpretation of results and reduce the risk of failure. Under complex operations, especially in industrial facilities, spare transformers may not be available, and the need to restore power supply is playing against the testing personnel. Laboratory analysis of results might not be an option. Two or three-day wait (best scenario) may become a two-week wait for dielectric fluid analysis. A testing technician in the field will need to be proactive in the use of the instrumentation and capable to determine if the unit can or cannot return to operation.
This paper covers DC and AC techniques promoted by the industry to evaluate the condition of the insulation system in power and distribution transformers. Special emphasis is given to insulation resistance, power factor and dielectric breakdown tests, considering best practices to carry out the field test and acceptance criteria.
Reliability Track
Title: The Differences Between Acceptance and Maintenance Testing of Medium-Voltage Distribution Power Circuits
Presenter: Henning Oetjen, Megger
Distribution system operators face a variety of challenges trying to maintain continuous and reliable power supply to their customers in compliance with accepted quality and performance standards.
Asset Management objectives require balance between the maximum usable life of underground circuits and the cost to maintain them. Distribution companies follow specific quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) procedures to minimize the risk of failure of the electrical equipment before being put in service and once in operation. In that regard, a thorough methodology for acceptance testing is required as well as a clear step-by-step procedure for maintenance testing in the field. The combination of Acceptance and Maintenance testing of medium voltage power cables will improve their reliability over the expected life span of a circuit and prevent a shorter than expected life expectancy
This paper describes the differences in strategy and methodology between Acceptance and Maintenance Testing. It discusses the nature of defects created in a cable system by natural aging vs. workmanship issues and reviews the applicable methods to identify the defects. The technical part provides the basics of the test and diagnostic methods, which have become the standard methods in today's utility environment.
Equipment Track
Title: Application of OLPD Sensor Technologies
Presenter: Michael Nie, Power Monitoring and Diagnostic Technology LTD.
Applications of OLPD Technology, UHF, HFCT, TEV, Ultrasonic and Acoustic Emission methods. Review the application to different HV equipment. A field testing approach to OLPD challenges and practical solutions. As more and more testing companies are applying OLPD to their services, understanding the challenges for testing different types of MV and HV equipment in a field environment is critical to the success of an OLPD program. Understanding the sensor capabilities and the different signal attenuation properties is a must for valid and actionable results. This technical presentation will provide a detailed and pragmatic look at the sensor types and signal propagation and attenuation for different types of MV and HV Assets with a focus on the challenges in the field and solutions to overcome those challenges.
UHF - Ultra High Frequency Sensor Technology - Transmitted RF Signals
HFCT - High Frequency Sensor Technology - Induced PD Currents
TEV - Transient Earth Voltage - Induced PD voltage on the ground plane
Ultrasonic - 40 kHz Centered frequency - Airborne Sound Frequency
AE - Acoustic Emission Audible and non audible sound vibration frequency through liquids and solid materials
Phase-Resolved Measurements: PRPD and PRPS
When using UHF, HFCT or ultrasonic sensors, we use a concept called "phase-resolved" analysis. Consider the sensor that you are using. It has a bandwidth that spans portions of the radio frequency spectrum or the ultrasonic spectrum. There are all kinds of other signals and other energy in that bandwidth that has got nothing to do with PD. It's what we call "noise". Telecommunication signals for example are noise.
Phase-Resolved Partial Discharge (PRPD) and Phase Resolved Pulse Sequence (PRPS) are two modes of comparing the incoming signals to the AC power frequency. The PRPD and PRPS "charts" are shown in real-time. The horizontal x-axis is the phase angle of the power system under test. The x-axis is labeled from 0 to 360 degrees. This is the same thing as 0 to 16.667ms. This is the time it takes for one cycle of the AC power frequency. The vertical y-axis represents the amplitude of the signal. This amplitude depends on the strength of the signal and also on the distance from the sensor to the PD event. In the PRPS mode there is a third dimension. The z-axis represents 5 seconds back in time. So the front of the z-axis shows the timing of the signal arriving right now, and the back of the z-axis shows the signals from 5 seconds ago. This allows you to see the continuity of the pattern of signal timing.
Equipment Track
Title: Proper Grounding to Avoid Disasters
Presenter: David Brender, Copper Development Association, Inc.
Data centers and other sensitive facilities have both unique and universal powering, grounding and bonding requirements, often overlooked, and not understood by most designers and contactors.
The primary focus of this presentation is to recommend wiring and grounding techniques and practices that should be part of the design of new or renovated structures, and to examine in particular several case studies of actual data centers that were designed above Code minimums. These practices will help prevent power quality problems from occurring in the first place, or diminish their effect to the point where they are not significant.
We will discuss:
- The cause of power quality problems
- The limitations of the National Electrical Code
- Proper wiring of the ground conductors
- Isaolated grounds
- Grounding impedance
- Backfill materials
- General rules and other topics
Electrical Safety Track
Title: Implementation of Human Performance Initiative: A Lessons-Learned Case Study
Presenter: Rorry Phillips, Shermco Industries
Focusing on human performance can be very beneficial to electrical service organizations. Not only is there benefit in safety-related activities, but an overall reduction in problematic issues can be achieved, both production and safety related. This presentation will looked at current trends in human performance training and implementation, discuss what worked well and what challenges presented themselves.
Transformers Track
Title: Narrow Band DFR Transformer Condition Assessment
Presenter: Robert Breazeal, Southern California Edison Company
The Narrow Band Dielectric Frequency Response (NBDFR) analytical protocol consists of a series of power factor measurements in of a range of 1 to 400 hertz. The aggregate of the measured CHL values constitute the dielectric response of the test specimen. The subsequent evaluation consists of a geometric analysis of the trace derived from the measurements vs the numerical evaluation used in conventional 60 hertz tests. As windings age, shifts in NBDFR responses reflect the thermal degradation of oil and cellulose components. With the utilization of NBDFR, the location of the lowest point of the trace (trough) in many cases will supersede the magnitude at 60 hertz as the critical parameter for condition assessment.
SCE performs NBDFR testing on all distribution transformers returned from service to determine suitability for repair and reuse. We are currently evaluating in excess of 2000 transformers annually utilizing this protocol. We have found that the NBDFR when applied in a CHL measurement is the absolute single most effective tool for condition assessment of distribution transformers. In the assessment of 3 phase units, the open DETC crosscheck method is utilized to extrapolate accurate per phase CHL responses to detect anomalies which are confined to a single phase, and would be undetectable using conventional testing methods.
We are currently performing a laboratory study which documents the evolution of NBDFR traces in transformers under varying degrees of overload. This study includes both mineral oil and natural ester (FR3) transformers
Reliability Track
Title: How to Perform a Power Survey
Presenter: Ross Ignall, Dranetz
Power monitoring can mean anything from spot checks, to Energy surveys, to Power Quality studies, and anything in between. Many power monitoring applications have a lot of similarities, such as circuit connections and wiring, but the end objectives can be quite different, meaning the tools used may be different. Energy surveys typically look at consumption, with the main goal being how much energy is used, when, where, and how much does it cost. Power quality surveys are focused on the compatibility of the power source to the load, with the objective being to troubleshoot problems, or improve system performance or uptime. Both can be done on a proactive or reactive basis.
This interactive session will review the goals and objectives of both energy and power quality surveys, their similarities and differences. We'll cover how to choose the right equipment, proper instrument connections/wiring and transducer selection. We'll also discuss the necessary steps to properly perform a power survey in order to get the best results.


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Not many people here. Great Environment, very Natural. Good Place to go.
In the southern region of Bantul, Yogyakarta lined some beaches that has the beauty and uniqueness of each, and one of them is Goa Cemara beach (pine cave beach).
Goa Cemara beach is one of beautiful beaches located in Gadingsari village, Sanden district, Bantul of Yogyakarta. The beach is flanked by Kwaru beach and Pandansari. Like most beaches in the area of Bantul, Goa Cemara Beach has black sand with waves big enough. Which makes this beach special is the presence of pine lush evergreen plants in coastal areas. Name of Goa Cemara or Pine Cave Beach was taken from the thick pine trees on the beach.
When the path to the beach was opened, the encroachers who thrashed evergreen leaves a trail of a big hole in the middle of a grove of pine like cave. If you come to this beach, visitors can enjoy the beauty of the sea waves off the Indian Ocean, and also enjoy the cool atmosphere under the leafy evergreen plant pine. Sea breezes that blow will make you linger in any area fir shrimp plant.
Currently Goa Cemara Beach tourism are managed by local people who are members of the Travel Awareness Group (POKDARWIS) Goa Cemara Beach assisted by Bantul Regency.

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Right sheet of incomplete diptych. MFA impressions: 11.43769a-b (complete diptych), 11.45373 (right sheet only, with different face) Play: Kanadehon Chûshingura Theater: Ichimura
Hanmoto no ôju Toyokuni ga 梓元乃応需豊国画
Censors' seals: Muramatsu, Yoshimura 村松、吉村
By 1911, purchased by William Sturgis Bigelow (b. 1850–d. 1926), Boston [see note 1]; 1911, gift of Bigelow to the MFA. (Accession Date: January 19, 2005) NOTES: [1] Much of Bigelow's collection of Asian art was formed during his residence in Japan between 1882 and 1889, although he also made acquisitions in Europe and the United States. Bigelow deposited many of these objects at the MFA in 1890 before donating them to the Museum's collection at later dates.
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William Sturgis Bigelow Collection
Japanese, Edo period, 1851 (Kaei 4), 2nd month
- Artist Utagawa Kunisada I (Toyokuni III), Japanese, 1786–1864
- Publisher Jôshûya Jûzô / Jûbei (Kinjûdô), Japanese
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Waseda db 100-0513
Vertical ôban; 35.5 x 24.1 cm (14 x 9 1/2 in.)
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Woodblock print (nishiki-e); ink and color on paper


text: Digestive Health Peptic Ulcer Disease Good and Bad Foods for Peptic Ulcers What You Should Eat if You Have Peptic Ulcers By Sharon Gillson | Reviewed by Emmy Ludwig, MD Updated May 31, 2018 Share Flip Email Print Peptic Ulcer Foods. Howard George/The Image Bank/Getty Images More in Digestive Health Peptic Ulcer Disease Daily Care Bloating & Gas Diarrhea Constipation Exams & Procedures Celiac Disease Heartburn Inflammatory Bowel Disease Irritable Bowel Syndrome SIBO Gallbladder Disease Hemorrhoids More Digestive Diseases View All For some people, certain foods seem to aggravate their symptoms of peptic ulcers. For them, they need a diet that is designed to accomplish the following: Restrict or avoid those foods that may cause irritation to the digestive systemReduce excessive acid productionPrevent unpleasant side effects, such as heartburn. What are Peptic Ulcers? Peptic ulcers are open sores that develop on the inside lining of your stomach and the upper portion of your small intestine. The most common symptom of a peptic ulcer is stomach pain. Peptic ulcers include: Gastric ulcers occur on the inside of the stomach.Duodenal ulcers occur on the inside of the upper portion of your small intestine (duodenum). The most common causes of peptic ulcers are infection with the bacterium Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) and long-term use of aspirin and certain other painkillers, such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, others) and naproxen sodium (Aleve, Anaprox, others). Stress and spicy foods do not cause peptic ulcers. However, they can make your symptoms worse. Symptoms Burning stomach painFeeling of fullness, bloating or belchingFatty food intoleranceHeartburnNausea The most common peptic ulcer symptom is burning stomach pain. Stomach acid makes the pain worse. Having an empty stomach can also worsen the pain. The pain can often be relieved by eating certain foods that buffer stomach acid or by taking an acid-reducing medication, but then it may come back. The pain may be worse between meals and at night. Peptic Ulcer Diet Points To Remember Eat 5 to 6 small meals a day instead of 3 larger meals. It is important that you avoid overeating. Frequent, smaller meals will be more comfortable and easier on the stomach than two or three large meals a day.Eat a diet rich in fiber, especially from fruits and vegetablesRest and relax a few minutes before and after each meal, as well as remaining relaxed during meals.Eat slowly and chew your food wellAvoid eating within 3 hours before bedtimeEat foods that are low fatAvoid foods that are friedAvoid foods that are spicy Cut down on the following foods: CoffeeDecaffeinated coffeeTeaCola drinksCarbonated beveragesCitrus fruitsTomato-based productsChocolateAvoid alcoholQuit smoking These weekly and daily menus were developed for the chronic heartburn sufferers, but they can be used for ulcer sufferers. The goal is to reduce acid production, decrease irritation, and prevent heartburn. Foods Recommended for the Peptic Ulcer Diet Breads and Grains Whole-grain or enriched, seedless breads, and grains: BreadsBagelsTortillasEnglish muffinsHamburger and hot dog bunsDinner rollsPita breadCerealsEnriched riceEnriched barleyEnriched noodles, spaghetti, macaroni, and other pastasFrench toast, muffins, pancakes, and waffles made with low-fat ingredientsLow fat crackers Vegetables FreshFrozenCanned Fruit FreshFrozenCannedFruit juice as tolerated Milk and Dairy Products Low fat and non-fat milk and milk productsCheese with less than 5 grams of fat per ouncePlain mild cheesesLow-fat and nonfat yogurtLow-fat cottage cheese Meat and Meat Substitutes All lean meat: BeefPorkLambVealPoultry (without the skin)All fresh, frozen, or canned fish packed in waterCrisp baconLean hamEggsSmooth peanut butter and nut buttersSoybean curd (tofu) and other meat substitutesDry beans and peas prepared without fatSoupsMildly seasoned meat stock or cream soups Fats (use sparingly) Non-fat or low-fat dressings and mayonnaiseNon-fat or low fat salad dressingsMildly flavored gravies and saucesLight or low-fat margarineSugarSyrupHoneyJellySeedless jam Snacks (use sparingly) Hard candiesMarshmallowsSherbetFruit iceGelatinAngel food cakeGraham crackersPretzels (soft or hard)Rice cakes Misc SaltPepperMild flavoringsMost herbsKetchup, mustard and vinegar in moderationAll beverages as tolerated Foods to Be Avoided on the Peptic Ulcer Diet Breads and Grains Breads and cereals prepared with high-fat ingredients: CroissantsBiscuitsGranola-type cerealsBread or bread products with nuts or dried fruitSeeds in or on breads and crackersBran cerealsWild riceHigh fat snack crackers Vegetables Raw vegetablesCornBroccoliBrussels sproutsCabbageOnionsCauliflowerCucumberGreen peppersRutabagasTurnipsSauerkrautVegetables prepared with added fatTomatoes and tomato products Fruit LemonsGrapefruitOrangesPineapplesTangerinesCitrus juices such as orange, pineapple, and grapefruit juiceBerries and figs Milk and Dairy Products Whole milkChocolate milkButtermilk made with whole milkEvaporated whole milkCreamStrong flavored cheeses Meat and Meat Substitutes Highly seasoned meats: corned beef, luncheon meats, frankfurters, and other sausagesHighly seasoned poultryHighly seasoned fish: sardines and anchoviesFried meatsFried poultryFried fishFatty meatDry beans and peas prepared with fatChunky peanut butterNutsSeeds (such as sunflower seeds) Fats GraviesCream soupsHighly seasoned salad dressings Snacks High-fat snacks: chips, fried potatoes, buttered popcornCakesCookiesPiesPastriesDoughnutsCoconutChocolateCreamed candyAll sweets and desserts containing nuts, coconut or fruit Misc. 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Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker called for a fresh, new presidential candidate in 2016 in a speech to the Republican National Committee (RNC) Winter Meeting in Coronado, California–just 24 hours before Mitt Romney was set to address the group.
Walker talked about crying as he watched Romney select Paul Ryan as his running mate in 2012, as Paul grew up so near to Walker's childhood home. Still, as Romney's name–a last-minute addition to the schedule–is floated as a potential repeat candidate for 2016, Walker heavily emphasized his push for a "new, fresh" leader going into the next Presidential race.
Walker spoke of his first run for governor of Wisconsin in 2009. As he, his wife and family sat down to talk and pray about the heavy decision, he considered the "damage" done to the state at that time. "We were afraid, as parents, that our children were going to grow up in a state that wasn't as great as the Wisconsin we grew up in," he recalled.
"I was proud to say in my [second inaugural] address that because of our reforms in the state of Wisconsin, they're now growing up in a state that is even better than the state that I grew up in." He listed himself along with Governors Rick Scott of Florida and Rick Snyder in Michigan as the top three GOP governors Democrats targeted in 2014.
"I'm excited about what's happening across this country in our states. I'm an optimist. I'd like to see more of it. But can I tell you very candidly, I look at our country and I'm worried our country the same way I was worried about my state back in 2009." Walker continued, "I hope you join with me tonight in saying that as parents and grandparents and as Americans, the idea that the next generation might grow up in a country that's not at least as great as the one we grew up in is fundamentally unacceptable."
"So tonight I want to share a vision with you," Walker told the crowd. "I think we have a unique opportunity going forward, not only for the good of this party, but more importantly for the good of this country. To find a new, fresh leader out there that can take big, bold ideas; take ideas that come from outside of Washington, from the states and all the way down to the grassroots and do so in a way that hopefully has the backing of a track record, a proven track record of success will show that common sense, common sense conservative reforms can work not just in Wisconsin, but they can work all across America."
Walker went on to share his thoughts about the future. He recalled his extensive campaigning efforts–three campaigns in four years–and his effectiveness in conveying a vision to voters.
Walker expressed his belief that the big loser on November 4th wasn't just the president, but Washington. "If there's one thing people know to be inherently true is they don't care much for what's going on in our nation's capitol."
He reminded the audience that national union leaders had campaigned against him while "we had the President of the United States, we had Clinton, we had Warren, we had just about every other surrogate from Washington come into our state and say this guy needs to leave, we need to get this guy out."
He added: "We were able to win because we had a proven record and it was a contrast to what they saw with the big government special interests out of Washington.
"I think we can carry that same sort of message when it comes to 2016 as well," he said.
Walker also took shots at Hillary Clinton, widely considered the likely Democratic Party nominee.
"I think the other big loser on November 4th wasn't just Washington and the President, it was Hillary Rodham Clinton. Let me tell you why. The reason Hillary Clinton was the big loser is because she embodies Washington. She lives in Washington, she worked in Washington for this President and his administration. She worked in Washington when she was part of the United States Senate. She lived in Washington when she was part of the White House along with her husband, when he was President of the United States. You look at everything people dislike about Washington and she embodies it.
"If we're going to be up against particularly Hillary Clinton, we've got to offer a new, fresh approach and ideally it's one that comes from the states," he said.
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We are gradually starting to awaken to the idea that the pursuit of work-life flexibility is a gender neutral issue, thanks in part to some high profile politicians and male CEOs who have stepped down in recent years citing their desire to be more involved in family life. But there is still an assumption that much of the inflexible status quo is held in place by men – men who consciously or subconsciously subscribe to ideologies that harken back to the June Cleaver era. This is certainly true to a great extent. But as we continue to chip away at the rigid, outdated workplace policies and attitudes that constrain us, we often overlook how women stand in the way of other women in opening up the workplace to more flexible, family-supportive arrangements. Yes, ladies I'm calling you out. We are all in this together – yet, sometimes we are not.
Halfway into my maternity leave, I proposed to my boss that I return on a part time basis, even offering to take a different position, knowing that it would be difficult to manage a full time team on a part time basis. My request was denied. There was no explicit reason given – only that they could not see a way to make it work and there were concerns about setting a precedent in the department. The implication was that if my request was granted, others would expect the same degree of flexibility for themselves. Was that a valid concern? Sure. But why not offer employees work schedules that make them happy, loyal and productive? Research has shown offering flexible work arrangements increases productivity and employee satisfaction. Apparently, to my employer, it was not worth the perceived risk and required shift in culture.
Was the response I received simply reflective of an outdated, traditional work culture? Or did it have something to do with the makeup of my department being 90% women in their prime childbearing years? I believe it was a combination of both. So, what did I do? I gave my notice and quit. The company lost a top performer. So much for a simple employee retention strategy…but I digress.
Was my boss a middle-aged man with a stay-at-home wife? No, my boss was a woman – a mother – with two elementary school children who herself had taken a multi-year career break post-kids and entered the company as a part time contract employee before moving in to her full time leadership role. You would think that she, of all people, would understand and empathize with my postpartum, work-life struggle. And the truth is she did. How do I know? Because she told me that what I was asking for is what she herself and plenty of others want – implying that if it was possible, she would already be doing it. So was the denial of my request merely the unfortunate outcome of a rigid company culture despite my boss' best efforts at advocating on my behalf? I believe this is most likely the case. I knew the culture well and that what I was asking for was a long shot. But I still wonder whether on some level it could also have meant "if I can't have it, then neither can you."
In her book "Lean In," Sheryl Sandberg points out how the "there can only be one" attitude still lingers today and that gender bias is perpetrated by women as well as men. Sometimes called the "queen bee syndrome" it refers to female superiors in competitive work environments blocking promotional opportunities for other women presumably to maintain their own authority within male-dominated cultures. As Sandberg puts it, "often without realizing it, women internalize disparaging cultural attitudes and then echo them back." These attitudes do everyone a disservice. Recognizing that we are all in this together and opening up a flexible path for one woman will ultimately create a ripple effect and open up more options for everyone (women and men).
So women, I'm calling on you to set the precedent. Trust that if you support flexibility for other women, then you will someday benefit from it too, if you should ever need it. Maybe not overnight, but gradually removing barriers will open up possibilities for new ways of working, creating, and living. By pulling out one brick at a time, eventually the rigid, 9-5 wall will crumble. Please don't be one of the bricks standing in the way, because not only will you be standing in your own way, but you will be blocking the paths of your sons and daughters who will be standing in our shoes before you know it. What choices do you want them to have? Step aside now so there will be a well-traveled, flexible path available to them when they get here.
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Professional athletes including runners and cyclists do not just hit the ground moving. They trained with proper understanding about their heart rate. One's heart rate is an indication of one's exercise intensity and you should be aware of this to control the intensity of your running. For those who often mistake the intensity of their running, heart rate monitors will be a great device to use while you train.
According to Tom Craggs, a running coach, the most common issues among runners from beginners to more experienced is that they run most of their session within a very small range of effort. Without heart rate monitors, it would be difficult to spot on when you are running at the right or wrong intensity.
"The easy runs are too hard to fully recover and get the full aerobic benefits they should accrue, while threshold and V02 max run (the harder, interval sessions) aren't specific or hard enough to get the full benefits at the top end," Craggs said. "Therefore runners plateau easily and find it hard to achieve significant progress after the first couple of years of training," he added.
If you train and you are dedicated to improving your performance for your next race or competition, we suggest that you get an activity tracker, in particular, a heart rate monitor. In this way, you can control yourself more and get the best out of you.
Why Use Heart Rate Monitors?
Heart rate monitors help you train and race at your own pace effectively. To learn how to use heart rate monitors you should consider the following: (1) the three most important workouts in any training program and (2) the four most popular road-race distances. But you need to determine your maximum heart rate (MHR) first.
How To Get Your Maximum Heart Rate
To get your maximum heart rate (MHR) you can follow the following formula. These formulas have been tested and proven to be working accurately. Both works for runners under 40 years old but the second one (B) appears to be more accurate for runners over 40.
(A) MHR = 208 – (.7 x your age)
(B) MHR = 205 – (.5 x your age)
You can also try for the third option using your heart rate monitor:
- Get well-rested, well-dehydrated and well warmed up.
- Run hard as fast as you can for 2 to 3 minutes and jog back to your starting point. Repeat this for two more times. On your third repeat, run as fast as you can as if you are competing in an Olympic race.
- Check the heart rate during and immediately after your last run. The highest number that you will see is your maximum heart rate (MHR).
How To Use Heart Rate Monitors?
Now that you are already aware of your maximum heart rate, it is time that you make use of your knowledge. Check out the workout percentage of your maximum heart rate and the activity that suits with it.
Workout Percent of Maximum Heart Rate (MHR)
- Easy run and long run 65-75%
- Tempo run 87-92%
- Interval repeats 95-100%
Race Distance
- Half-marathon – 85-88%
- Marathon – 80-85%
Heart Rate Zones
Some individuals who train also make use of the Heart Rate Zones. Heart rate training zones are calculated by considering you maximum heart and resting heart rate. Find the different heart rate zones below.
Zone 1 (The Energy Efficient or Recovery Zone) – 60% to 70%
Training in this zone develops your basic endurance and aerobic capacity. When you are running in this activity zone you are burning fat slowly that may lead to weight loss. This also allows your muscles to re-energize.
Zone 2 (The Aerobic Zone) – 70% to 80%
Training in this zone develops your cardiovascular system. When you are running in this activity zone you can still hold a conversation. Most training is done in this zone and as you feel fitter and stronger you can run up to 75% to reap the benefits of fat burning and aerobic capacity.
Zone 3 (The Anaerobic Zone) – 80% to 90%
Training in this zone will develop your lactic acid system. Running in this activity zone needs a "comfortably hard" effort. You can still speak when training in this zone but you are limited to short and broken sentences.
Zone 4 (The Red Line Zone) – 90% to 100%
Training in this zone will only be possible for short periods because this is reserved for interval running. Only fit and strong individuals can train effectively within this zone. This required hard effort but the pace is still sustainable. For most individuals, this zone is around the 5-K pace.
How To Get Your Resting Heart Rate
We already provided the formulas to get your maximum heart rate, here's how to get your resting heart rate.
Without a heart rate monitor:
Find a nice and quiet place, lie down and relax.
Place a watch that you can clearly see while lying down.
After 20 minutes determine your resting pulse rate, this will be your resting heart rate.
When using a heart rate monitor:
Put your heart rate monitor before you lie down.
After 20 minutes check the recordings and determine the lowest value achieved, this will be your resting heart rate.
Best Heart Rate Monitor Watch
There are already fitness bracelets and pedometers that also offer heart rate monitor features. Heart rate monitor watch is also available for use. These wearable fitness trackers or activity trackers are very helpful in keeping you fit and healthy while you train. Here's the best heart rate monitor watch on the market that you should consider.
Fitbit Surge
This fitness bracelet includes an optical heart rate sensor with PurePulse tech that automatically monitor your stats every few seconds. It also allows you to set a target heart zone, so you can ensure that you are pushing yourself enough.
Garmin Forerunner 235
This heart rate monitor watch is equipped with a built-in optical HR tech. It also features full GPS tracking tech, a water resistant built and a detailed useful Garmin Connect software. When worn all day, Garmin Forerunner 235 will also keep track of your resting heart rate and step.
TomTom Spark
This heart rate monitor watch follows a series of well-received HR and sports trackers from TomTom. It has a reliable built-in heart rate monitors and comes with a GPS and activity tracking tools that make it an all-in-one fitness tracker.
For runners, cyclists and any athletes who train for their endurance and speed, we recommend you to get heart rate monitors. You can wear a heart rate monitor watch to train effectively, get the best out of you and stay on the top.


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Accepting Credit Cards: 5 Benefits That Boost Your Business
In today's digital world, it's hard to believe that the majority of U.S. small businesses still do not accept credit cards. Think about it, when was the last time you wrote out a check to your local grocery store? Or paid for a nice dinner with a wad of greenbacks?
Despite the rapid decline in cash payments, 55 percent of the nation's 27 million small businesses do not accept credit cards, potentially missing out on $100 billion in annual sales. Cash may still be the most commonly accepted form of payment for small business owners, but the benefits of accepting credit card transactions outweigh the cons. If you're thinking about starting a business or expanding your current payment options, here are 5 good reasons to choose plastic over paper.
Credit Cards Broaden Your Customer Base
Cash alternative technologies like Apple Pay are proof that money is becoming increasingly digital. In fact, 50 percent of Americans say they carry no less than $20 cash in their wallet, and 10 percent say they don't carry cash at all. If you're a 'cash-only' merchant, you're unknowingly limiting your potential customer base. This is especially true amongst millennials, who prefer using plastic for purchases even when the amount is less than $5.
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Improved Cash Flow
Not only can accepting credit cards expand your customer base, but it can also help time-pressed merchants streamline finances. Credit card payments are processed directly into merchant accounts, reducing the time and expense of sorting and transporting funds to the bank. Since funds are deposited directly to your merchant account, it also speeds up payment cycles, which leads to improved cash flow.
Enhanced Customer Service
There is no better way to lose a customer than by increasing friction at the point of sale. Accepting credit cards is not only convenient for customers, but it also improves transaction speed.
Some studies also suggest a strong correlation between payment options and customer loyalty. Customers who pay with credit cards are not only more likely to shop at your establishment in the future. They spend more. Which leads us to the third benefit, increase average ticket size.
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Increased Average Ticket Size
Customers typically spend about 18 percent more when paying with credit cards. Experimental research shows that by removing cash from the equation, you encourage people to spend more. In fact, people are often willing to pay more for the same product when using credit than when using cash.
Minimized Security Risks
Keeping large sums of cash on hand is a security risk for small business owners. The less cash you have on your premises, the less attractive you'll be to criminals and corrupt employees.
If you're thinking about starting a business or expanding your current payment options, accepting credit cards is an excellent way to increase sales, improve cash flow and minimizes some of the risks associated with running a small business. If you're still unsure if accepting credit cards will benefit your business, speak to a payments provider to determine how much credit cards will cost you annually, in comparison to the potential profits you could be losing by denying customers that option.
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Hard to believe that we are coming up on Palm Sunday this week, and then Good friday & Easter next week.
This time of year has been very touching to me the past few years, because - as I have said before- Jesus went through so much, and I really feel like we should gain a deeper understanding of what exactly Jesus went through during that time of his life- the last few days of his life.
As Christians I feel like we should have a better understanding of what "Jesus dying on the cross" really entailed for him.
I found a great infographic that has the timeline of Jesus' walk the cross.
While I have done some studies on the passion week and what Jesus went through, each year I feel like I gain a different perspective on it all.
Over the next few days I will begin to 'repost' my posts from last year that I wrote- Because I still feel like they do have alot of meaning, but I will also post something that God has revealed to me from over this last year.
I hope that you will stay tuned over the next few days for the passion week :)


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On nights that I have to milk or we are going to be busy all day...
...I'll bake a lasagnas; they come in great in a pinch!
You know what else is back...Shamrock Shakes!!!
But my recipe tastes so much better. 😁
2. What I'm reminiscing about?
Naomi & Maddie love this car!
That picture was snapped last spring and this picture...
was snapped a few weeks ago!
(please excuse the cow in the background going to the restroom, lol)
3. What I'm loving?
I'm LOVING the change in weather!!!
It is still chilly at times but not to the point where you need gloves, scarf, mittens, layers etc...
4. What we've been up to?
Lately, now that the weather is nice, I've been cleaning up around the buildings, spraying for weeds, cutting down little saplings that are growing in places that don't need to be and hauling "scrap"!
Naomi's been playing outside while I'm picking up and then when I have a full cart full, then she accompanies me to the different piles.
We have a pile for scrap metal. tires, cement, wood, gate panels, etc.
The girls have also been so happy to be outside again and playing in the SUN...oh those winter bluesssss!
Bryce loves to be back on his swing!!!
5. What I'm dreading...
I don't really know what I'm dreading right now.
6. What I'm Working on...
I'm working on spring cleaning, inside and out!
On days I can't get outside, because of weather, I'm working on cleaning or pairing down inside.
7. What I'm excited about...
I'm excited about Easter!
I picked up a few things yesterday at the grocery store for their baskets but, I'm excited about Easter and planting flowers!
8. What I'm Watching / Reading...
Of course I'm watching some sort of Real Housewives, but also NCIS (all types), Madame Secretary and Hallmark Movies on the weekends!
I'm currently reading
My Aunt Kathy recommended this book to me, I just started and I'm already loving it!!!
9. What I'm listening to...
I'm not really listening to much lately!
10. What I'm Wearing...
Besides my milking sweatshirt, lol, hats when my hair is greasy, jeans, tshirts...you know the Mom uniform!
11. What I'm doing this week...
Well this week, depending on the weather (of course) I want to pull out the riding lawn mower and take inventory of the things we need to replace so she is already for this mowing season. Fertilize the grass, take my Christmas boxes to my storage unit and go through Madison's clothes!
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The DG Murray Trust (DMT) is working to develop youth and curb unemployment through its initiative, Create Change.
The private foundation established the project to encourage ordinary South Africans to help support and uplift the country's youth.
DMT's CEO David Harrison explains that Create Change resources and publications aim to equip individuals, communities and organisations with information and tools that will enable young people to succeed.
It's really about recognising that so many young people have so few possibilities of work and further education.— Dr David Harrison, CEO of the DG Murray Trust
All of us can get involved in enabling young children to read.— Dr David Harrison, CEO of the DG Murray Trust
Harrison advises that the foundation collaborates with various organisations and volunteers to reach the country's most vulnerable youth in South Africa's informal settlements.
Visit the DG Murray Trust website to learn more.
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Well, it took Becci less than 24 hours to notice that I've changed my logo. #impressed
Good Lord, it has been nearly six month since my last post. Where to begin?
Two major updates:
- I had a baby. My second and my last.
It's weird (and amazing) to think that my days of procreation are behind me. I guess I figured they'd last longer, but I'm delighted that they're over.I have been struggling with anxiety again as of late, rucked up again by the fear that I have a vaginal prolapse due to giving birth to my second child. Seriously, when you start squeezing things out of small openings in your body, things get a little strange. At my two week postpartum appointment, my OB told me I had developed a prolapse (things were coming out a little).
Fast forward four months. I have been worrying daily about this stupid prolapse, something I can't change. Logical, right? I went to the doctor today who informed me I have no prolapse happening and that my cervix is just where I left it before giving birth: nearly on the back of my neck…or at least that's what it feels like when she goes rooting around for it.
I went in complaining of prolapse.
I left with a bottle of Prozac.
So there's that.
My baby son is amazing.
I thought for sure I'd have another saucer-eyed, fairy child Seth look-alike again, but I didn't. This one takes after me, with his large ears (that he'll grow into in, oh, about fifteen years) to his explosive bowels (oh the stories my parents tell of when I was little). My heart breaks over how much I love him; we "talk" back and forth to each other in the wee hours of the morning–him cooing and gurgling and me shamelessly baby talking–the kind of stuff I swore I would never do, but I j u s t c a n ' t h e l p m y s e l f h e ' s s o c u t e .
He's already starting to grow up; I keep sending newborn clothes, and now, three month clothes, to Goodwill instead of putting them back into purple plastic bins to store downstairs. It all feels very definite, a reminder that the womb has closed up shop.
People ask me if I feel sad about not having a girl and never knowing what it's like to have one. And I think on some level, yeah, I guess, a little. Because I am a curious person. And my mom and I have a great relationship. But then a larger, more practical part of me thinks NOPE.
I never have to deal with:
– buying another set of clothes (hand-me-downs. hallelujiah.)
– periods. tampon education.
– competition for Alpha female status
– you'renotwearingthatgobackinyourroomandrethinkyouroutfit
– boys/men and the potential ick that goes along with all of that
So instead, I get to train these boys on how to be good men and how to treat women. That is, in part, how I get to help heal the world.
And also, I'm closer to having one of my dreams be fulfilled: going camping with my boys, sending them with their dad to fish, and staying back in camp all by myself with nothing to do but to read.
Can you imagine the luxury of it all!?!
But in the meantime, as I wait for these children to become fishing-age, I try to carve out little pockets of the day with the smaller one, preferably when his attention-stealing brother is asleep, in which I just stare at Jude and his amazing knee poufs of fat. Seriously, this child is so much chubbier than Elliott was.
I want to eat him.
- I started a book club. I just got the idea one day, and I mentioned it to one of my friends, and she was down. So we put it on Facebook. Here's the thing: I've actually had parties that no one has come to–at least for the first hour. I've sat on the couch, gazing at a table full of cut up veggies, artichoke dip, and jalapeno poppers, worried that I was the kid whose party everyone was secretly texting each other about:- "Are you gonna make it to Carrie's party?"- "I'm not jazzed about it. You?"- "Yeah, I'm trying to figure out a way to bow out gracefully."So when I started this book club thing, I fully expected to have to shut it down after the first meeting due to lack of interest. To my delight, we had EIGHT people attend the first meeting–which to me, equals a success! I haven't had that much fun in a long time too; it's such a good mix of conservatives and liberals, of logically-based thinkers and emotional feelers. I haven't discussed literature with other people since I graduated college in 2007, and damn if it doesn't feel oh-so good.Truth be told, I need other things in my life that aren't kid-related. I have to sit in a room with other adults and talk about adultsy things. I get a little grim if I don't make creative space for me as a person.
Other than that, I've been trying to get these boys and my little self out the door at least once per day, whether it's to the library or for a walk or just a drive to Seth's office to say hi.
And I'm finding I have been at peace and even grateful for the routine things I have to do to keep this house running–dishes, laundry, cleaning, and preparing meals. There's something gratifying about being needed, and right now, I'm more needed than I ever have been.
Oh! PS: My hair-growing-out efforts are finally starting to pay off! I'm pretty sure my hair is longer than it ever has been in my entire life–past my bra in the back! But I swear, it's trying to thwart my plans for mermaid hair. I've nearly burned it twice on the stove (a hair burning incident circa 1999 was responsible for my addiction to short hair for the past fifteen years), and I've definitely hit the three-month, hair-falling-out-in-clumps, postpartum hair slump. And yet, I weather on, determined to BE Ariel in a year.
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- Setting up an Apple ID or iCloud account on an Apple TV
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- Hi. I'm Nick Brazzi, and this is Up and Running with Apple TV. The Apple TV is a little box that you can connect to your television or your home theater system to allow you to access movies, TV shows, apps, and games from a variety of sources on the big screen. In this course, we'll see what it takes to get the Apple TV set up, from simple configurations to some of those hidden features that you might not know about. We'll start with the initial set-up. We'll get to know the device and the remote control, and we'll go through the initial configuration.
We'll also talk about the Apple ID and iCloud accounts and why you may need them to use the Apple TV. I'll also show you where to go to set up those accounts. Of course, we'll look at how to get movies and TV shows and all the controls that you have while watching video. We'll install some apps, including streaming video apps like Netflix and Hulu, but we'll also talk about installing games. Then, we'll talk about configuration options like customizing the home screen, understanding how Apple TV manages storage space for apps, and setting parental restrictions so you can control the content that your children are able to access.
So if you're just getting set up with the Apple TV I hope you'll check out this course. Let's get started with Up and Running with Apple TV.
Q: This course was updated on 04/14/2016. What changed?
A: we updated four tutorials to cover changes to bluetooth keyboards and devices, Siri, photo viewing, and new interface features in the Apple TV OS (v9.2). Nick also recorded one new video, "Using voice dictation to input text," which shows how to use Siri remote to make it easier to type and search.


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Bourn by-election candidates announced
The three candidates standing for the Bourn seat on South Cambridgeshire District Council have been announced.
The by-election will take place on Thursday 4 May 2017 for the seat formerly held by Mervyn Loynes who stood down in March.
The three candidates are:
Ruth Ellen Betson – The Conservative Party Candidate
Mark Hurn – The Labour Party Candidate
Jeni Sawford – Liberal Democrat
On Thursday 4 May polling stations in Bourn, Cambourne, Caxton, Croxton and Eltisley will open at 7am and close at 10pm.
The election is being held on the same day as Cambridgeshire County Council elections and the first Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Mayoral election.
If you are not registered to vote and want to vote in these election, you must register by Thursday 13 April. Postal vote applications must be received by 5pm on Tuesday 18 April. Proxy vote applications can be applied for until Tuesday 25 April.
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Lituania, and other International spelling for Lithuania
Spelling of eastern european country names is often a challenge. Lituania can be just a misspelling of Lithuania, but it is also the Italian name of the country.
As you might know, Lietuva is the official Lithuanian name of this Baltic state. But here are some other International names:
In Dutch: Litouwen
In German: Litauen
In French: Lituanie
If you know more, please let us know, we'll make it a reference list.
Our Adventure travel Tale and Tips from our visit to the capital of Lithuania are located on the page for Vilnius.
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PonchoPonchos came from South America and became a basic part of the hippie style. Since the 70's, a must have accessory in your wardrobe. Natura brings you a collection of ponchos with different patterns and colors, great for your boho chic looks.
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PERDITION TEMPLE – Sovereign Of The Desolate (7″ EP on Colored Vinyl)
As a precursor to their highly anticipated new album for HELLS HEADBANGERS, The Tempter's Victorious, American black/death barbarians PERDITION TEMPLE reveal a new 7″ EP, Sovereign of the Desolate. Aptly titled, this two-song scorcher complements the sonic devastation to be found on The Tempter's Victorious: a militant, malevolent brand of blackened death metal that PERDITION TEMPLE have perfected, their crush chaotic yet controlled. However, band founder/scene veteran Gene Palubicki is joined by an elite cadre of new members here, including his old Angelcorpse guitar foil Bill Taylor (also of Immolation) and, on vocals, Black Witchery's intimidating Impurath. Both tracks here are exclusive, including a rabid, reverent cover of Blasphemy's classic "Weltering in Blood." PERDITION TEMPLE are the Sovereign of the Desolate
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I finally have the time to sit down on my bed and blog (as well as on this one). I can't do fancy pictures like my dear pal Leah's (I end up choosing ones that are copyrighted), but here are some good finds I've heard over the year of two-thousand and eight.
Ladytron - Velocifero.
They never cease to disappoint. I'm on the verge of saying this is their most mainstream-sounding album, due to the fact this is their fourth album and you heard a bit of the track "Tomorrow" on Ugly Betty. I highly recommend this album and really look forward to seeing them again when they play here again. If you're on the fence, check out "The Lovers," "Runaway," and "Predict the Day."
Once soundtrack.
I'm with Leah on this one. Besides being one of the best movies I've seen this year, the soundtrack is great! Seeing them when they came here heightened my enthusiasm for the group. It's The Frames with newcomer Marketa Irglova making up The Swell Season. At any rate, check out "When Your Mind's Made Up." If you see them play it in the movie or live, you'll cry.
Brazilian Girls - New York City.
The first time I heard it, I wasn't a fan. After a second and third time, I was hooked. "Berlin," "Nouveau Americain," and "Strangeboy" are my favorites....
The Gutter Twins - Saturnalia.
I was hesitant on this one because I'm with Claire on Mark Lanegan's place- this should be a Twilight Singers album. However, my arm got twisted for two reasons, the tracks "The Body" and "Front Street." If I do find myself in the Lanegan mood, it's good. (You really have to be in a mood, but not that kind of mood, pervs.) "Circle of Fringes" and "God's Children" are also great tracks as well.
21 soundtrack.
Hearing the soundtrack before you see the movie is a bad idea. If you do that, you don't give a hoot about the movie and just want to listen to the soundtrack. It's not as good as the Trainspotting soundtrack, but it's one nice record. "Time to Pretend" by MGMT, "Mad Pursuit" by Junkie XL featuring Electrocute, "Sister Self Doubt" by Get Shakes, "I Am the Unknown" by The Aliens, "Hold My Hand" by UNKLE, the remix of Kasabian's "L.S.F. (Lost Souls Forever)," and "Tender Buttons" by Broadcast all had me at "hello." Oh. Em. Gee. I feel like I'm 15 just talking about it!
She & Him - Volume One.
Seeing them live just about did it for me, not to mention seeing my girl crush, Ms. Zooey Deschanel. "You Really Got a Hold on Me" and "I Was Made For You" are the cream of the crop on the debut album for Deschanel and the master behind it all, M. Ward. Like I said in the review, it was like going to a fair minus the sweet tea and apple pie slices. I am quite certain they'll tour again, so get your tushies out there to see them!
That's all I was impressed with as far as new stuff for the year. I was also introduced to other great finds from the past. Here's a short bit of them.
The Faint - Wet From Birth
Ratatat - Classics
Interpol - Turn on the Bright Lights
Joy Division - The Best Of Joy Division


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The used smartphone market is growing at an exponential rate and is likely to continue to do so in the future. There are several reasons as to why you should consider buying a used smartphone, including:
- Average smartphone and cell phone prices are rising. In fact, we've hit the $1,000 price tier for phones with the launch of the iPhone X.
- You won't have to make a commitment when you buy a used phone. Typically, you have to pay the new phone off before you are able to fully own the phone. Additionally, the used phone will be unlocked - unless you have to unlock it yourself - meaning that you can transfer the phone to any carrier that will support the phone type, as long as you have the necessary SIM card.
Of course, if you're considering a used cell phone, then you should definitely look into a refurbished phone. But wait - what's the difference between a used cell phone and a refurbished cell phone?
Well, a refurbished phone is typically returned to the manufacturer, tested for issues, and then restored to factory settings. In other words, you'll have peace of mind when you buy a refurbished phone that is for sale.
If you're on the lookout for a refurbished phone, then you should first consider using our used phone comparison tool. With this tool, you'll be able to compare prices of used phones with specific online retailers in hopes of securing the best price for the phone you're seeking.
After you purchase your refurbished phone and unlock it (if required), you'll want to pair your phone with a cell phone plan that will best suit your needs. You can, of course, refer to our cell phone plan comparison tool to find the perfect plan for you.
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BENEFITING: Arizona Humane Society
EVENT DATE: Jan 15, 2012
Lori Anthony
Thank you for visiting my fundraising page! I am running in the PF Chang's Rock n' Roll Full Marathon (26.2) miles on January 15, 2012 and I thought this would be a great opportunity to raise money for one of my favorite charities, The Arizona Humane Society! PF Chang's has some wonderful charities that they donate to, but I thought I would do some personal fundraising of my own to a charity that is close to my heart.


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HOUSTON, Texas — The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has filed a lawsuit against Harris County, Texas, charging that election officials have failed to provide polling places that are accessible to disabled voters.
The federal complaint filed by the DOJ alleges that the largest county in Texas has violated the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The county encompasses Houston and is the third most populous in the United States. It covers approximately 1,777 square miles.
According to the complaint, the county uses approximately 775 election day polling locations, and 39 early voting locations during each of its county-wide elections. The federal lawsuit acknowledges that individuals may vote by mail but states that doing so is "under limited conditions."
The lawsuit alleges that there are many polling places in Harris County that have architectural barriers that make polling locations inaccessible to those in wheelchairs or with other mobility problems. There are also problems with access to voters who are blind or are visually impaired the DOJ urges.
In late September 2014, the DOJ sent Harris County Clerk Stan Stanart a letter regarding its investigation of polling place accessibility saying it had found the county in violation. The Department conducted 86 site visits of polling places used in the January 26, 2013 election for Texas Senate District 6. The district is predominately Hispanic and includes east Houston, and portions of Pasadena, Galena Park, and Baytown. It has been represented by a Hispanic Democratic lawmaker for decades.
The lawsuit also alleges that during the May 7, 2016 Special Election for State Representative District 139, most of the 32 election day polling places had problems with "steep curb ramps and ramps, gaps in sidewalks and walkways, and locked gates along the route barring pedestrian access." This district was represented by Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner from 1989 to 2016. Turner is a Democrat and is African American.
The lawsuit asks for a court order that would mandate accessibility improvements in all future elections to include training for poll workers and polling place site selection. The DOJ charges that Harris County failed "to make reasonable modifications in policies, practices, or procedures" and has discriminated against individuals with disabilities.
"[M]any voters with disabilities in Harris County lack equal access to this basic and most fundamental right, said Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Vanita Gupta, head of the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division in a statement obtained by Breitbart Texas. "Our lawsuit seeks to safeguard the right to vote and fulfill the ADA's promise of equal opportunity for people with disabilities."
"Access to voting for all eligible citizens is a priority in this district, partially evidenced by the recently created Civil – Civil Rights Section within our office," said U.S. Attorney Kenneth Magidson of the Southern District of Texas. "This division civilly enforces federal civil rights laws including the Americans with Disabilities Act, among many others. We will continue to work with the Department of Justice and investigate and remedy such alleged violations to ensure all U.S. citizens are treated fairly and equally."
Lana Shadwick is a contributing writer and legal analyst for Breitbart Texas. She has served as a prosecutor and associate judge in Texas. Follow her on Twitter @LanaShadwick2.


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Revolution 2018 announced the lineup for this year's events last month via the SCMYP social media accounts. If you missed it, you can catch up with all the news on the Revolution page of the SCMYP website.
Our speaker will be the Rev. Jasmine Smothers, and our worship will be led by Bonray.
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