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Curtin University has a scholarship opportunity for a PhD student to participate in an ARC Future Fellow Project " Novel nonlinear functional analysis methods for singular and impulsive boundary value problems ". The project aims to develop innovative functional analysis theories and methods to study various complex nonlinear boundary value problems with particular focus on singular and impulsive problems. The PhD research students are expected to participate in the project with focus on nonlinear analysis and computational methods for some complex initial boundary value problems involved.
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DFCon Houston invites all those engaged in the field of diabetic foot care, wound healing, limb salvage, and amputation prevention to submit an abstract for DFCon's 2nd Annual Poster Competition. To enter the competition, at least one author or co-author of each submitted abstract must register for and attend the 2018 DFCon meeting. A panel of DFCon experts will grade and accept posters for presentation. The three best poster abstracts will be rewarded; the first author of each of the three best abstracts will receive $500 as well as a 50% reduction in DFCon registration fee and an invitation to the 2018 DFCon faculty dinner.
Abstract Submission Due Date: June 22, 2018
Committee Review: July 6, 2018
Poster abstract notification: July 13, 2018
Email submissions to: firstname.lastname@example.com
- Suitable Topics:
- Diabetic limb salvage
- Lower extremity vascular disease (PAD)
- Diabetic wound care
- Wearables and diagnostics pertaining to wound care and the diabetic foot
- Preventive foot care for obese and diabetic populations
- Any topic pertaining to at-risk diabetic foot and wound care patients
- Novel population-based epidemiologic analyses of diabetic foot care and outcomes
- Abstract Committee Members:
- Joseph Mills, MD, Conference Co-Chair
- David Armstrong, DPM, MD, PhD, Conference Co-Chair
- Miguel Montero-Baker, MD, Course Director
- Bijan Najafi, PhD, MSc, Course Director
- Jeffrey Ross, DPM, MD
- Evaluation Criteria:
- Each abstract should include a succinct statement in the Methods section that describes the relevance of the study methods and statistics used, the level of evidence the study represents, the perceived importance in every day practice and how the study offers innovative perspectives for the future care of these patients.
*All abstracts will be reviewed by the Abstract Committee and the best will be selected for poster presentations at the DFCON conference and be published on the DFCON website.
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I am sure you have all heard the Black Friday horror stories, people getting trampled, a man being held at gun point for a TV, and the list goes on. But does it all have to be so bad? My answer is no, with a little planning you can actually have *gasp* fun on Black Friday, and score some AH-Mazing bargains.
This year Black Friday sales are beginning on Thanksgiving night at 8 PM, this has me a bit peeved! Really folks, why can't we just all wake up at 4 AM, like normal people? However I will be shopping because we go as a whole family, so I will still be spending "quality family time".
Now for some tips and tricks to make this shopping
1) Prepare. Be prepared before you leave to go shopping. You can view most of the ads online now, so look at them to see what you want. Know your stores layout, so you know where to go to get the best deals. If they offer you a map at the door, take it. With these sales they have a lot of special displays set up, and you need to know where to find those three ninety nine pj pants, trust me you want those.
2) Do your research. Know if you are actually getting a DEAL, if you are saving $1 on an item, it's better to stay home. Search online the week before, you may find a better deal and avoid crazy
3) Be comfortable. Wear comfortable shoes, because you will be standing in line for awhile. Check out lines last year at Target took 45 minutes to go through.
4) Get fueled up. Eat before you go, no one likes a grumpy shopper. Also bring snacks and water with you, so you can stay awake and hydrated. Also literally fuel up, remember to put gas in your car, no use waiting in line for gas when you could be shopping.
5) Keep your receipts. Many stores have stricter return policies for Black Friday items, so keep all receipts!
6) Set a Budget. I will admit I have gotten sucked into the hype
7) Divide and Conquer. Take friends,or family, whoever you can stand to be in a 45 min plus line with. Split up the list, then meet up at the check out line, this really helps the shopping go smoother.
8) Last but not least- ditch the cart! Everyone always grabs a cart at the door, then it is a major traffic jam. Leave this bad boy at the door then
Oh and if none of this sounds appealing and/or fun to you just wait for Cyber Monday and shop online!
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The final step in our shed project was to get rid of the horrible shed-that-was-falling-in-on-itself. Note how I said was?
Our town noise ordinance says that we can start mowing lawns, pounding nails, and demolishing sheds at 7am on a weekday. Since we're not ones to disturb our neighbors, S was outside before 7 quietly removing roofing shingles from the old shed. Roofing shingles. From all sides of the old shed. That beauty had roofing shingles on every side but one, which our home's previous owners covered with vinyl to make it look pretty for the sale.
Feeney and I woke up just after 7 to the sound of hammering. We went outside shortly thereafter and found all shingles, rotten walls, and rats nests removed.


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Iraq forces attack IS-held town of Hawija: general
Defence ministry trims Army flab; 57,000 soldiers to shift to combat roles
Number of terror camps across LoC has gone up: Army commander
Army Helicopter with 14 corps commander aboard crashes in Ladakh, all safe
Iraq army kills more than 2,000 IS militants in battle to reclaim Tal Afar
Iraqi forces pushed into the Islamic State group bastion of Hawija today, stepping up their assault against one the jihadists' last enclaves in the country, the operation's commander said.
"With God's help, the army, the federal police and the rapid response force began a major operation on Wednesday to liberate the centre of Hawija and the neighbouring town of Riyadh," Lieutenant General Abdel Amir Yarallah said in a statement.
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text: Thought a few breweries might be knocking out commiseration specials to mark the England football team's most recent bout of ineptitude, but so far I have only found this one. Not known for it's comedy beers, Ossett Brewery has inexplicably gone all witty on us with this 4.3% derivative, complete with a chad cartoon pumpclip to rub it in. I've heard when it comes to games the brewery is more supportive of egg-chasing than football - so I guess this is probably not intended as a sympathetic brew. Their tasting notes are as follows: "A mellow copper coloured ale. Lightly bittered but with plenty of tangy hop aroma." Only lightly bittered? - hardly how most England fans will be feeling I think!


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British American Tobacco recently took the unusual step of launching an ad campaign to state its case against the plain cigarette packaging proposal and now it has launched the next phase of its campaign focusing on the issues it believes plain packaging could create for other New Zealand export industries.
The main thrust of BAT's argument is that IP is central to business and forcing them to remove the branding on its packaging is tantamount to theft. Of course, not everyone sees it that way and many feel that different rules should apply when what's inside that packaging is a known harmful substance. But BAT spokesman Nick Booth, who confirmed the creative agency as G2 Sydney, which is part of the Grey Network BAT is globally aligned to, and the production and website designers as Sydney based Captiv8, says there will be a few iterations of new creative throughout the campaign that will focus on what it believes will result from plain packaging "and the international trade stuff is obviously a fairly big one".
The other aspects it will focus on in its campaign, such as the creation of a black market or being forced to compete on price, can be seen on www.agreedisagree.co.nz, which, despite the name, doesn't allow debate (that's been taken care of elsewhere, however).
Australia has recently decided to introduce plain packaging after a high court ruling allowed it to proceed (the reasons for the decision have not yet been released, however), but several tobacco producing and manufacturing countries have taken challenges to the World Trade Organisation. Health looks likely to trump trade in Australia. But Booth says it's difficult to say what will happen in New Zealand because a bill hasn't been tabled by the government (it's in a consultation phase and anyone can make a submission until October 5).
Paul Adams, founder and chief executive of EverEdge IP, says the Australian decision may well influence action by our government, if only by setting an example that tobacco companies can be taken on and beaten than in any direct precedent.
He doesn't see this as creating a precedent for a general erosion of IP rights, however.
"I have little doubt that the value of their trademarks is significantly impacted by such a decision. However, this doesn't automatically give them any claim. They are not the only product to have suffered a devaluation of their brand because of a change of government legislation – this happens regularly," he says.
"However, in the past it has generally been a change in law making a product itself illegal. What would be the value of some of our most valuable trademarks if a law prohibiting alcohol was introduced? There is plenty of precedent for taking action on packaging as well. Tobacco companies are already compelled to carry graphic images that are not flattering to their product and brand image on their packaging. Plain packaging may be seen as an extension of that."
In a release, BAT's general manager Steve Rush said the campaign raises the proposition that "if New Zealand doesn't respect international brands, why should other nations respect ours?"
"Australia introduced plain packaging of tobacco and is now the subject of World Trade Organisation challenges from several countries. Furthermore, a number of other countries, including some of New Zealand's trading partners, have expressed serious concerns about plain packaging. The concern is that the government's plain packaging proposal could run counter to the trade treaties to which New Zealand is a party. New Zealand has signed a number of international trade agreements which are very clear about the need to protect intellectual property. It is important that these trade principles are applied consistently."
While health minister Tony Ryall has said BAT is wasting its money on this campaign, it is hoping to show that if the decision does go ahead it could be a slippery slope for other products, and particularly alcohol, which is under increasing pressure for more regulation and, if you're talking about harm to the user and society as a whole, was proven to be worse than tobacco in the 'Making a hash of it' study in the UK.
As it says on BAT's website, the British government has issued a white paper on alcohol that includes plain packaging as a policy option, while the South African health minister has stated he would like to remove branding from alcohol. And Booth says Thailand is looking at a law that would see graphic images like those seen on tobacco packaging placed on booze bottles. Interestingly, he says New Zealand, Australia, South American and some other wine producing nations have taken a challenge to the World Trade Organisation over this decision.
Overall, Booth says the campaign has received plenty of coverage when it launched and there has been plenty of debate since then, but he says "we're in for the long haul."
While BAT is putting its case forward (albeit with a campaign said to cost hundreds of thousands), anti-smoking groups and Plain Packs NZ are doing the same. And, getting inspiration from a clip for the Cancer Research UK, it has tried to demonstrate the appeal of packaging to kids.
Part of this story originally appeared on StopPress
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SUNIL SRIVASTAVA anticipates faster economic growth and investments in large-scale projects for the Indian Railways.
India has the world's third-largest railway network under single management operating over 19,000 trains daily. In FY15, Indian Railways had a total route network of 64,600 km spread across 7,172 stations, 12,617 passenger trains carrying over 23 million passengers daily and transporting 1,101 million tonne (mt) of freight.
Investing in tomorrow
The government has focused on investing in railway infrastructure with investor-friendly policies such as enabling FDI in railways to improve infrastructure. In fact, Indian Railways is aiming at $500 billion investment in the next 10-12 years to increase capacity. Detailed sectoral guidelines on FDI have been issued with conditions of engagement and permissible areas. These include suburban corridors, high-speed trains, rolling stock, freight terminals, station modernisation, bio-toilets, and technological solutions to improve safety.
The long-term plan of the Ministry of Railways is to construct six high-capacity, high-speed dedicated freight corridors along the Golden Quadrilateral and its diagonals. The 2014-15 Union Budget envisages a Diamond Quadrilateral network of high-speed rail, connecting metros and growth centres and the development of identified stations to international standards with modern facilities and amenities, through PPP mode. Private investment in railway logistics is to be encouraged and the Railways proposes to modernise operations by setting up logistic parks for warehousing, packaging, labelling and distribution.
Currently, Indian Railways is focusing on finishing capacity augmentation projects with the highest rates of return. There are 154 new line, 42 gauge conversion, 166 doubling and 54 railway electrification projects underway across the country. Projects likely to have maximum visibility and impact on the image of the Railways include the high-speed rail between Mumbai and Ahmedabad, for which the feasibility study is complete. The Japanese government has shown interest in funding this project as it is along the Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor.
Key challenges
However, Indian Railways has its share of challenges. Primary among them is lack of funds: The Railways requires Rs 182,000 crore for around 350 planned projects. It also requires funds to upgrade existing trains to run at higher speed. Some funds will come through LIC, which has signed an MoU with the Railways to fund Rs 1.5 lakh crore over the next five years. However, getting the rest of the money will be difficult as a large number of projects are not commercially viable. Also, the Railways is not considered investor-friendly. Although the Railways did give a nod to PPP in the past, the private sector did not seem too keen on investing because of a lack of business-friendly policies of the government. This will be a big obstacle to overcome.
Policy matters
Going forward, some significant policy changes are expected. Among them is the establishment of an independent tariff and safety regulatory authority. Besides determining the fare and freight structure, the regulator will monitor efficiency and passenger safety, while acting as arbitrator in possible disputes among private investors and the Railways. The existence of a regulator - coupled with other initiatives such as accounting reforms - will create an enabling climate for investors. Another step forward will be to sign agreements with states to form companies where the state and Railways can both pick up equity. The Centre will work closely with states to make Railways the backbone of national connectivity. There will also be a push to harness solar energy by utilising rooftop spaces of railway stations, other railway buildings and land, through the PPP mode.
The development of identified railway stations can prove to be a game-changer with the potential to improve facilities for passengers and give a boost to the realty sector. However, Indian Railways will need to come across as investor-friendly for this to succeed.
About the Author:
Sunil Srivastava, Managing Director, Balaji Railroad Systems Ltd (BARSYL) and Founder, Institute of Metro & Rail Technology, has about 25 years of experience in rail infrastructure projects in India as well as overseas.


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Our Bankside office is in a prime location on Borough High Street just across the road from London Bridge Station. The office deals with a wide variety of properties including warehouse conversions, luxury river-fronted developments, period properties and new homes, covering the South Bank, Borough, Waterloo, Shad Thames, Bermondsey & Rotherhithe.
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It's almost as much fun as the Marman Twin I had in 1947
at age 13, in Berwyn, Illinois. Don Dickey
From John
Mastbrook, Vienna, Virginia
1960 Cushman truckster with
original 8 hp engine and 3 speed trans
Owned by John Mastbrook
1958 Cushman truckster with
22 hp OMC Cushman engine, has a
3 speed trans Owned by Mike Kock
1951 Cushman 60 series model 65A
it has an 8 hp engine with 2 speed
1966 Cushman Super Silver Eagle
one of the last ones Cushman made
Eagle with 2 cast iron 8 hp engines.
It is said this scooter can keep up with
Eagles sporting 16 hp Vanguard engines
Here are some pics
of the 1975 "Truckster" and the 64 "Truckster" under
construction. The bed of the 64 will be 2x6's. Hope you like them. Sam
In January 2002 Blaine and Sam Johnson purchased this
1982 Truckster at a Dairy in Glendale AZ. for $200
And it run's.
I picked this up awhile ago in Bradenton, Florida. Looks like one of those post-war units made by small shops. It is electric and powered by two 12 volt deep cycle batteries. Big fat motor that belt drives a reduction jackshaft that looks very similar to the ones that used to be on powered reel mowers. Final drive is bicycle chain to the right rear wheel. Frame is all square steel tubing brazed together like an early formula car. Brakes are via pedal that actuates twin arms that drag on the back tires. Any idea who made this?? No markings anywhere. It is incredibly stable and smooth riding despite the tiny pneumatic tire up front.
John Otis Levesque
The Blue Streak got a modified brake. Also I did away with the v-belt friction brake. It burned through about every 10 stops. Kind of hairy and scary! Got hills here in Oregon!
installed a 3mm disk onto the jack shaft and attached a front brake assembly and
caliper off a Honda CBR 600. Works like a charm and lowers the fear factor a
I am also including a recent picture of the Scooter Gang that has been terrorizing the neighborhood. I'm the guy 2nd from the right. Tom Cade
couple of photos of my version of the Smith Motor Wheel, using the
drawings on the A.O. Smith website. My version is accurate to their
dimensions (I have conjectured that people were smaller 75 years ago), and
I made two other changes. I used a bicycle motor (Zipper) to power the
5th wheel, and I angled the kingpins to provide better on-center steering.
Building it was a lot of fun.
Your website is a great resource, both for research and inspiration.
Cordially, Tom Bartlett
My 1999 Reproduction Whizzer.
It has a 2007 NE5 engine, It will run 50 mph if the belts are nice and tight.
As you can see there are several modifications.
Cecil Jones Bloomington, IL


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What are my renovation goals?
You've had it with your kitchen that has you imagining Alice presenting a roast to Mrs. Brady. But what are your actual needs? Do you want to bust open your walls because you are in a moment of design ennui or does your space lack purposeful function? Write a list of needs—more effective cooking space; loads and loads of closet space, for example. Then prioritize. Bonus: Are the goals attainable in real life? Taking walls down takes a lot more than TV magic—wiring may need to be rerouted, pipes may need to be moved, and pricey support beams may be necessary so your house literally won't fall in on itself. Which brings us to question two.
Check out The Best Ways to Use Every Room In Your House, According to Science.


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Think my head is going to pop, really feel stuck and not at all sure what to do...
Quick recap: My DH and I have agreed that the marriage is over. I instigated it about 8 months ago as have lost (never really had) a physical attraction for him amongst other things. We are pretty good friends, atmosphere at home is ok, no ea etc.
He has said he wont leave the children (we have 3 under 9yrs). Hes a very good father and i hope we could parent 50/50 so maybe he might come round eventually. I am a sahm but looking for a job so i can eventually afford my own place and go from there etc.
In the meantime, we are still sharing a bed, albeit on totally opposite sides of it for the last year. I am starting to tell friends and family that it is not good and won't mend but don't think he is telling anyone other than bare basics to his family. Feels like we agree we are over but nothing else is happening.
I want to suggest we go into separate bedrooms but have the feeling it will go down like the biggest lead balloon in history. seeing know what the right thing to do is whilst not going mad in my head. We get on ok so is this me being petty and it wont actually achieve much other than antagonise him? Or do I just need to get a grip and assert myself?! How much can we move if we are stuck in the same house for the forseeable future? Could this be the key to us starting to live our own lives a bit more convincingly?
Hope this makes sense and sorry for the waffle. Any ideas or feedback massively welcome
Seeing know = don't know (sorry)!
Get single beds or do you have a spare room?
I'm not sure I cangive you any advice, but I am in a similar situation (though hoping it will improve). DH spent several months in a separate bedroom which made me feel better at the time but caused lots of unspoken bad feeling on his side. Almost as though I was rejecting him afresh every evening. If you are 100% sure that it's over though, I would imagine that separate rooms is prerequisite to starting your independent lives?
Thanks for your messages. We would have to make some changes to the children's sleeping arrangements but nothing that would directly affect them, other than mummy and daddy having separate rooms would of course..
Aftereight I think there would be a lot of resentment from him but I am sure. Are you still living together and in separate rooms? Have you been in this situation a long time?
We're back in the same room, have been for 2 months after 4 months separately. The DCs didn't even notice we were in separate rooms either, which surprised me. I hope you can find a workable solution, and will be interested in others' replies. I am cautiously optimistic about my own relationship long term, but wonder if that is just wishful thinking. Like you, I need to regain my financial independence as a priority. It's so difficult, isn't it, especially when the outside world doesn't know or understand the situation.
I think this is what is also getting to me is that, other than having spoken in confidence to some of my closest friends, our "joint" friends don't know. We are still playing happy families to the outside world.
I think he is still in denial or maybe just very private about it which I do understand but at the same time, we have got to start talking about it openly one day... Am always amazed by previous posts where they decided they were going to separate and then they just did it!
Such arrangements rarely if ever work out at all well and teaches the children that their parents marriage was based on falsehood and lies.
He's being very selfish here and he is not putting his children first by behaving like this saying as well.
You state the atmosphere at home is okay, well you'd like to think it is anyway. Children can pick up vibes that their Mum and Dad are really unhappy with each other and perhaps even blame themselves; is this really the role model you want to be modelling to them now?. Is this really what you want to teach them about relationships?. Surely too it is better to be apart and happier than to be together and miserable?.
Suggesting separate bedrooms now is just putting a sticking plaster on a gaping wound, its not going to benefit anyone at all in the long run.
Who's going to call time on this, if the marriage is over as you say then what is actually preventing you from starting divorce proceedings?.
I don't think we can say he's not putting the children first. If the atmosphere is calm, the relationship respectful and the parenting is working, it's not wrong.
It sounds more to me that the OP is living a lie rather than unhappy due to any unreasonable behaviour from her husband.
I think the frustration is partly down to you not being absolutely clear what you want. And I think that's normal because you are somewhere between the two extremes of being happily married and having an acrimonious separation. I think you should have a long think about the kind of ideal you want for the next 5 to 10 years. It may be that you want to live in the same house, be the housewife whilst he is the breadwinner, have your own room and personal space and be studying or training for a new career. I think it's only in the last 10 or 20 years that this kind of cooperative but non-sexual relationship has become unusual.
I have wanted to take things slowly I guess, especially as it all came from me so have wanted to give I'm time to get his head round it. If I could afford to buy a place of my own I definitely would, right now.
I don't think the children do notice any negative atmosphere and possibly largely because I am good at sucking it all up and he probably is too but yes I agree, it's totally unrealistic and unhealthy. I genuinely feel like my head is going to pop sometimes and my "evening" glass(es) of wine are getting earlier...!
It's all down to finances basically. Have no idea what my "entitlements" are and maybe once I had a job I jouls afford the interest only mortgage on the house. I need to do some research. Bu you are right, limbo is dreadful. But it's all so bloody scary that's the trouble...
I have also just worked out that I am going slowly because I feel guilty that i am doing this to him.
He's had enough time to get his head around it. That sounds harsh and it is but this situation cannot go on indefinitely. What if either of you met someone else in the meantime?. You are both preventing yourselves from meeting someone new and the resentment towards each other builds over time.
The children do pick up on all this and living a lie for them teaches them damaging lessons about relationships, ones which they themselves could repeat as adults.
I would seek legal advice asap and clarify your legal position accordingly; some solicitors do offer a free 30 minute consultation.
Its "scary" yes but surely better than what you have now which is living under the same roof with a man whom you can barely stand the sight of.
Vivacia we crossed threads and I totally agree with your first two paragraphs but in reply to your last one, I do want out of the marriage bacause I want to be with someone I want to be with. A separate room is a temporary but I now realise, a necessary option.
I have been here and sympathise . We spent 6 months in same house but separate - but looking to the outside world everything was ok. I left in April and it was like a weight was lifted
Yes it is scary. Very scary. And not very nice. But speaking from the other side it's so well worth it in the end.
Glad to see you've decided to move to the spare room. It may well antagonise him but that's his problem to fix not yours. Brace yourself and find a coping strategy that involves you standing your ground and not getting drawn in to discussions - there's going to be a lot of this over the next year or so.
If you are going to see a solicitor for advice about your finances then gather together some basic information first: what the assets of the marriage are (house minus mortgage, savings, pensions including his pensions, anything else of significant value) and what the family income is.
Have a look on Wikivorce for info about divorce finances.
"I do want out of the marriage bacause I want to be with someone I want to be with."
And that's fine too. I think people are too quick to advise others to leave a relationship whilst I suspect that many people are very happy in friendship- or companionship- or parenting- based relationships.
If it's over then it is over and you should not be sharing a bed. There is no real separation here if you continue to live as a couple. If you think he will be upset if you ask him to sleep elsewhere then he is clearly not in agreement with the split and as such you may need to take a stronger line, not a weaker one. You are not unreasonable in wishing to sleep apart from him, by the way.
Thanks for your feedback, its tremendously helpful and is giving me some much needed perspective and some guts too. I had previously suggested we split the weekends so each if us had children one day each/could do our own thing the other. He refused as he doesn't really have anywhere to go or anyone to see (not saying I do but I don't mind my own company), but now I wonder whether I should bring this up again. Feels like I am gearing up for a whole lot of fun conversations this weekend...
"whole lot of fun conversations this weekend"
Can you afford counselling with Relate? They can help couples to separate as well as stay together, and you can attend on your own if your husband won't go.
I did already go to relate when I was trying to make sense of what I was feeling. I think basically to get some sort of permission for feeling the way I was but yes maybe I should give counselling some thought for the next process. Maybe he would really beneft from that actually.. Thanks for your advice Vivacia.
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These are the links to the people I use and follow online regularly, my rolodex of awesome!
Some are affiliate links, most are not – all are teachers I engage with regularly to improve my life, art and work.
SARK (Susan Ariel Rainbow Kennedy) – my first creativity teacher, SARK's books and online programs have inspired me for years. If you haven't found her yet, you are in for a huge treat!
Here is a snippet from her book 'Make your Creative Dreams Real'.
"Why Dream? Life is a difficult assignment. We are fragile creatures, expected to function at high rates of speed, and asked to accomplish great and small things each day.
These daily activities take enormous amounts of energy. Most things are out of our control. We are surrounded by danger, frustration, grief, and insanity as well as love, hope, ecstasy, and wonder.
Being fully human is an exercise in humility, suffering, grace, and great humor. Things and people all around us die, get broken, or are lost. There is no safety or guarantees.
The way to accomplish the assignment of truly living is to engage fully, richly, and deeply in the living of your dreams. We are made to dream and to live those dreams."
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She's also super HAWT – just look at her, inked up rockabilly Goddess that she is! Lisa's blog and newsletters are a joy to read. Go find her!
I recommend from the bottom of my heart her book 'Sassy: The go-for-it Girl's Guide to Becoming Mistress of Your Destiny'.
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A new Seinfeld episode?
Rumors has it that there'll be a new Seinfeld episode. Plot summary: Kramer writes a new coffee table cookbook (that George suggested) geared towards kids that Elaine publishes. Sue Ellen Mischke (the lady from the Indian wedding) also had published a eerie similar book also suggested to her by George in passing. Sue Ellen sues Kramer. Seinfeld gets sued for defamation by using Sue Ellen's name in one of his comedy acts. Poor Elaine is in the middle of it all.
Oh, it's not a new episode...
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Monetizing Circularity: Reality is 50-50
The Circular Theory is a strategic psychological insight that exposes the core dynamic in biology and technology (philosophy and physics) (psychology and mathematics) as the Conservation of a Circle (a constant hidden circle (universal circularity) is the basis point in nature) (zero and one is circumference and diameter, literally, and figuratively).
Conservation of the Circle is easily observed: most important insight of all time.
A hidden circle linking any X and Y explains everything (gravity, relativity, uncertainty) (relationships in general) (time and space) (light and sound) (technology and biology) (mind and matter) (conservation and symmetry) (the conservation of symmetry). This is the basis for circular realism (individualism).
Teaching Circular Realism
The Integrated Thought Institute (ITI) teaches circular realism (individualism) (Conservation of the Circle) (The Circular Theory) to restore a realistic understanding of reality using basic ethics as the humanistic goal. It is especially relevant in a multi-cultural, technologically-advanced, digitally-borderless society, where people need an exact understanding of the word 'liability' (aka virtual reality).
War and peace, competition and cooperation, survival and reproduction (the basis for both good and bad behavior) (life and death as a strategic mechanism in Nature) (the circular relationship of intellect and emotion), any X and Y articulate a circle.
Therefore pi (in mathematics) is the only observer (circularity is involved in everything).
Objectifying Conflict Resolution & Goal Achievement
Thus, conflict resolution and goal achievement (basic ethics) is the general overall objective and the natural outcome (absolute intelligence) because everybody knows oppositional dynamics are the norm (you cannot have yang without yin and-or vice versa) (any observation makes the opposing observation real).
A misunderstanding of time (the singular observational perspective) ('my view') is the problem all humans are forced to solve (any perspective makes the opposing perspective real). Reality is, necessarily, unified (X is unified by Y) because the circle is conserved. All observation, then, is speculative (half-true).
Thus, the circular insight overcomes any challenge, achieves any goal, and is applicable to all disciplines and age groups, usable by anyone (see Common Knowledge for motivation, market, and metric information) (unlimited upside, no downside, globally applicable, sustainably perpetual, creates strategic personal brand and legacy, and certain financial security, for any individual (person, institution) who takes the time to understand it).
Engaging Strategic Thinking
A circle in the background proves a liability is an asset (and vice versa) so what we see is never the whole story. Meaning: from my point of view I am the asset and you are the liability; from your point of view, you are the asset and I am the liability, so this is the basis for conflict (assumption, actualization) (self-fulfilling prophecy) (goal achievement) in all disciplines (including the universe in general).
Zeno's paradox articulates a circle, meaning, we already know everything about everything (otherwise how will we know it when we get there?) (everything changes, nothing changes) (the constant is a variable).
A hidden circle is the basis for (any) assumption, negating all assumptions (whatever you assume is true is, definitely, already, true, and, therefore, also, half-false) (a hidden circle turns any assumption into its opposing assumption) (meaning whatever you observe about someone, or something, is also being observed (necessarily true) about 'you'). So, observation, in general, is meaningless.
Capitalizing Identity, Complementarity, Universal Duplicity
Identity is based on complementarity, which is dependent on a circle (identity is a ubiquitous 50-50) (nature is bound by an intelligent cycle) (mind is a singular dimensionless background (pi) joining (and separating) everything to (and from) everything (correctly identified 50-50) (a constant duplicity)).
Ancient religious ideas of a unified absolute infinite intelligence are true (and, also, false) (true and false are irrelevant to a circle), therefore, the basis for ethics, and philosophy, as developed in ancient times, is still with us today.
ITI makes people aware of (and accountable for) this insight (oversight, foresight) and, then, teaches them how to strategize and capitalize around it.
Maximizing Universal Circularity
As for real assets and liabilities, the main problem facing all people is how to effectively monetize time while making a worthwhile contribution to humanity. ITI solves this problem by providing the structure and the foundation (physical and symbolic) for people to overcome boredom and ennui (the main problem facing humans) by using the 'ubiquitous opinion' as the monetization factor.
Therefore, the methodology is simple...
Read a book, take a class, and, then teach a class, to understand (and apply) the theory fully. And, that's it. You're done. You have achieved a fully enlightened state using your own thinking as a strategic weapon. You have monetized your time using the 'ubiquitous opinion,' enlightening others in the process. (Any fact is an opinion, speculation, also known as observation, is always based on a partial perspective (a circular assumption)). Discussing the nature of perspective in a group setting, where a couple is the most basic group, identifies reality (two perspectives, complementary identity, constant opposition).
Correlating A Liability and an Asset
Universal circularity correlates the philosophical foundation of all religions (the universal asset) with basic mathematics (the constant liability) clearing up the confusion caused by historical, culturally-disconnected, multi-disciplinary development, proving nature is intelligent, meaning we already know everything about everything (circular relationship of mind and matter).
This allows people to monetize time and the ubiquitous 'opinion' by exposing (monetizing) the complementary basis for perspective.
Thus, Circular Theorists (personal and professional trainers, consultants, facilitators, coordinators) (regular people) (individualists) who use The Circular Theory to clarify reality, generate $1 million/hour, $2 billion/year, $10 billion base valuation, per 1000 people, globally and perpetually, using this simple assumption: a liability is an asset (and vice versa) (i.e. time is the liability when a person is the asset, and vice versa) (a hidden circle produces repetition and, therefore, multiplication, for any system) (the constant is a variable).
Generating a Natural Neural Network (Market)
Therefore, circular theorists generate a naturally exponential expansion (proving reality is balanced) (everything changes, nothing changes) (any movement makes the opposing movement real) (here and there, then and now, large and small, fast and slow, articulate a circle). Any (and all) individual(s) articulate(s), conserve(s), reproduce(s) a circle.
Profiting from the Circularity in Everything
You can analyze the depth and breadth of The Circular Theory initiative on Medium, Twitter and Amazon. It is a self funding project with immediate return that (eventually) solves the excess labor problem in developed (and developing) countries. 1,000 circular theorists generate $5m at kick-off. A naturally networked market builds on this base exponentially, perpetually, etc.
Enjoying Sustainable Perpetuity
Add-on projects for continual additional cash flow (circular referentiality) include:
I Just Want To Be Beautiful (reality TV, to educate people on how anyone can be brilliant, rich and beautiful using the Circular Theory)
Financial Intelligence (using Circular Theory as the basis for a universally stabilizing fiscal policy)
64Dates (reality TV) (a dating APP to engage everyone and to prove general relativity is present in every relationship)
Accessing The Meaning of None
Going Solo (reality TV, house plans, financial intelligence to support self-sufficiency and survival) (after you're tired of the 'dating' stuff)
Rethinking Reality and Modern Dao (documentary on the Circular Theory to expose the underlying relationship between religion and science)
The Counter-terrorism Initiative (using reality TV as a CIA project to eliminate global conflict and provide a blueprint for next-millennia political structures)
Experiencing A Truly Integrated Reality
Psychological Physics (accessing quantum entanglement as the core assumption and the basis for the lie as a protective mechanism in nature)
The Penumbra Affair (Scorpio Rising and The Third Element) (The Third Coming) (film/TV globalization, war and peace projects to build public awareness of The Circular Theory)
The Integrated Thought Institute Meditation Center a 2200 acre, agricultural land conservation, virtual reality meditation project, for the technologically overloaded to regenerate and recharge
Integrating How and Why
Read a book, take a class, and, then teach a class, to understand (and apply) the theory fully. And, that's it. You're done. You have achieved a fully enlightened state using your own thinking as a strategic weapon.
Universal circularity monetizes time (any action you take teaches others, and your 'self' the Circular Theory) (because the circle is conserved) (the circle survives via what a human knows as 'action' (observation) (actualization) (symbolization) (basic identity)).
What The Circular Theory Delivers: Removes blocks. Overcomes boredom, chaos, listlessness. Achieves personal and professional clarity. Clarifies and integrates personal and professional goals. Resolves conflicts. Monetizes time. Bestows peace. Builds a naturally appreciating market (cash stream) (universal circularity allows for, and controls, everything) (competition, cooperation) (the monetization of time). See Medium/Ilexa Yardley Twitter/IlexaYardley for more detail, or, also, linkages below.
Taking a Shortcut
Shortcut for busy people: 50-50 answers ALL questions (solves all problems) (equalizes reality). Whatever appears 'true' is, necessarily, (half) false. Therefore, we're all the same. We share the same cyclical dynamic.
Yin and yang are zero and one (circumference and diameter) coming directly from a hidden (ubiquitous) circle. Complementarity is the basis for identity because duplicity is the basis for a unit (the core assumption in nature) (the number 'two' is the basis point for everything) (the natural limit in all directions) (the constant and the norm).
The circular relationship between one thing and another (any two entities) allows for differentiation (differentiation is based on speculation) (observation) (unification) (integration) (duplication) (negation). The number 'two' as the universal basis point, explains, clarifies, and, necessarily, then, confuses, everything. (Any symbolic representation articulates a line, diameter and circumference of a circle).
Realizing: It's all About You...
The Circular Theory is something you will need to think about by yourself, on your own (see Going Solo, Rethinking Reality, Gen Z) (Common Sense, Intellectual Capital, Quantum Entanglement) (The Master Algorithm) if you want to validate your own ideas about the reality you are forced to negotiate every day (clarify everything for yourself, make more intelligent decisions about how to spend your time) (find some relief from technological chaos facing all of us) (be ahead of the curve) (figure out why bad things happen to good people and vice versa).
It is very easy to observe: Conservation of the Circle is the insight that solves all problems, answers any outstanding questions, resolves any paradox (a circle can only circle and only a circle can circle). However, you will have to reach this conclusion for yourself. Experts cannot tell you what you already know. Every symbolic representation in nature articulates a circle (because the line between any X and Y is both diameter and circumference of a circle). This makes everything clear and predictable. 50-50 is a self-fulfilling prophecy. So, that's it. Enjoy!
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Studio bosses behind The Maze Runner franchise have dismissed reports some cast members stole Native American artefacts while shooting in a historical film location.
Earlier this week (begs05Oct15), star Dylan O'Brien courted controversy by saying in a TV chat he and his castmates pilfered items from the Diamond Tail Ranch in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where they shot Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials.
"They gave us this big speech when we got there to shoot and they said basically don't take anything and respect the grounds," O'Brien boasted. "They were very strict about littering and 'Don't take any artefacts...' and everyone just takes stuff (anyway).
"Within a week, five of our actors just, like, went down ill. Random stuff too: random appendectomy, random 103.5 (degree) fever, random broken ankle, it was crazy. I got sick, they had to send me home two nights in a row because I had a fever on the set."
However, executives from 20th Century Fox released a statement on Thursday (08Oct15) revealing they have conducted a thorough investigation into the alleged theft, and determined no historical artefacts were taken from the Diamond Tail Ranch.
"Twentieth Century Fox and the entire Scorch Trials production have deep respect for the local Native American culture and environment and are sorry that any actions or statements by people involved in the production led to any suggestion that our intentions were anything but deferential or that anything was taken from the area," the statement reads.
According to property manager Roch Hart, the site is not home to any known Indian burial grounds, and they were unable to find any items missing from the collection, which includes artefacts dated from 800 A.D. to 1700.


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Asset Seizure / Asset Forfeiture
Asset forfeiture laws are meant to target large-scale criminals whose property or cash is proven to have been obtained by illegal means. In reality, civil asset forfeiture has turned the justice system on its head by requiring people to demonstrate their property was not involved in the commission of a crime. And instead of targeting large asset seizures of professional criminals, the net has been widened to very minor amounts of property that may not be worth the cost of a legal defense.
The State of Utah passed important reforms for asset forfeiture in 2000 such as routing money obtained through asset seizure to school funds rather than police coffers. Also, prosecutors were required to file quickly for the property in question so it was not held up in a quagmire of bureaucracy. Importantly, the reforms also ensured reimbursement of reasonable attorney fees if a person beat their asset seizure in court.
Unfortunately, beginning in 2004, legislators have rolled back these reforms to the point where Utahans are again faced with the pre-2000 asset forfeiture environment.
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The Eco Car Club will be racing at Goodwood Motor Circuit.
Mr Devoy will be accompanying the children along with Mr Morriss and Mrs Jones. Mr Devoy will be leaving school at 6.15am by minibus but you may prefer to meet at Goodwood at 7.15am. Parents are most welcome to come and watch but may have to pay an entrance fee. Mr Devoy expects to return to school at around 6.30pm.
Pupils will need to bring a packed lunch plus snacks with plenty to drink (no lunches available from school on a Sunday). PE kit should be worn, i.e. track suit bottoms, trainers and Mayville PE top with our school logo on. Depending on the weather, please ensure that your son/daughter is protected from the sun and/or has a coat if it looks like rain.


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I had guessed how bad it would be when I heard my 19 month old had cancer. I imagined a million different scenarios in my head: some of which would happen while others did not. The Internet has been circulating "10 things you didn't know about this" or "The top 15 reasons you blah blah blah." So, here's my version. But this one isn't funny or cute. It won't hit everyone that reads it with a familiar nod as if to say "OMG! Yes! I do that too!" This list is somber and sobering. It will be understood entirely by only those who have been down this road. Regardless, I think you should all know. Because I never thought pediatric cancer could effect my family, my precious children. No one does. Until it does. So here goes:
1. At some point or another, you will assume your child is going to die. Whether it's only that initial second you hear a doctor say "cancer" in relation to your child or throughout the tumultuous course of treatment, it will happen. Maybe once. Maybe a hundred times. This thought will break your heart in a way that will never truly be fixed.
2. As confusing as all the words and phrases that the doctors and nurses are using on your first trip into clinic, you will learn it all. I was so upset sitting in clinic that first visit. "I'm going to fail her. This all sounds like Japanese to me." Within weeks, not only did I understand it all, but I could shoot off numbers from her last CBC from the top of my head with the knowledge of what it all meant and why. It's daunting in the beginning, but that part gets easier.
3. Some things will get better as time progresses, but it never gets easier. For example: after Elena's 3rd week of chemo, I knew when to expect when she would get sick and when her counts could be expected to drop. I assure you, it's better to know when to have a puke bag ready. It's not easier though, it never will be. Watching your child go through her…oh I don't know, 45th port access- it's better because she has gotten used to it. She's not happy, mind you, but instead of having to hold her down with all of my strength, now it's only a matter of holding her arms out of the way so she doesn't touch the freshly cleaned and sterile skin on her chest. It's better, but not easier knowing why she's going through it.
4. You will be amazed and feel overwhelming joy many times throughout this journey. I know it doesn't sound possible but it's the absolute truth. People will rally behind your family in a way you never imagined. It will bring you to some of the best tears of your life. Your child becomes an inspiration to others and then those people become inspiring to you. Special occasions become life changing events and will restore your faith in the kindness of people.
5. People will associate hair growth and flushed cheeks with good health. This will piss you off. Elena's hair started growing back just months after she lost it, slowly of course. It wasn't until two days ago (9 months after it first fell out and 1 month away from being done with treatment) that it's falling out again. The peach fuzz she has been sporting has been a signal of a miracle cure to those outside the cancer community. Hair = Health. So far from the truth. But you'll smile and nod anyway, not wanting to be rude.
6. Even the best case scenarios and progressions suck. We have been so lucky. Elena has been so lucky. Her tumor shrunk quickly, was removed early on and her first clear scan came back before 20 weeks of chemo. But that doesn't make it ok. It doesn't change the pain and suffering and emotional roller coaster you're on. I have said 100 times, if we had to go through this, Elena's way is the way to do it, as I am all too aware of children and families that are not as fortunate. But it doesn't mean that I am "ok" with it. I fucking hate it. Period.
7. You will be very surprised by who sticks by you. Some people will surprise you in the best way- you'll find lifetime friends out of complete strangers. But there will be others that you assumed would be there for you and aren't. I can't tell you to not let this upset you. Because it upsets me and pisses me off on a daily basis. Focus on the people who are there for you.
8. Don't be afraid to ask for help. You will be, and you won't do it. Even when everything else is falling apart, you won't take your neighbor up on the offer to cook your family dinner. But you should. Someone will ask you "what can I do- anything!" You will have a laundry list of things that you should be getting done and won't say a single one of them out loud. But you should.
9. This is an emotional experience. Be prepared. From the lowest low to the highest high. You will find yourself hysterically crying, during a good time, when there is a break in chemo and her health is at its best in months. You'll be angry and hurt, devastated and livid. You will be overwhelmed and joyous. This is literally the craziest emotional roller coaster you will ever take.
10. You will feel like you're failing your other child(ren). Even if you aren't. You will do your absolute best to keep them involved but sheltered from the severity of cancer. You will go above and beyond for your healthy child and still feel guilty. Because the truth is that their life changes too. They get stuck inside all winter with your sick child because your husband is at work and it's 15 degrees outside and you just can't risk another rotavirus without the immune system to kick it. I don't have advice for this one- it's devastating but I think I'm doing a good job for Annalise. I suppose time will tell.
11. The end of treatment is not the end. In the beginning I looked at our last chemo date as this magical number. This was the day our life can begin again. We're still a month away from that and I realize now that is not the case. She needs her last scan and her port removed after. Ok- so after her port is out it's over. Wrong. The scans continue indefinitely. You will always have to check her health. Simple growing pains of a normal child become a phone call and appointment with the oncologist. Everything centers around the possibility of cancer coming back. And…
12. No one outside the cancer community will understand. They will be supportive, of course, but unaware of the reality of so much. And that's ok- you can't expect understanding from everyone…but sometimes you'll wish they did. When the celebrations start over clear scans early on and hair growth and the end of treatment in sight- you'll be happy for these things of course, but angry that everyone jumping for joy just doesn't get it. Find people who do- they will be your lifelines through this.
13. This will change you. Forever. You will not be the same person after diagnosis, halfway through treatment or when chemo is over. In some ways, it will be for the better and in others the changes in you really fucking suck. I can't elaborate much on this one as everyone's change is different and mine is still underway.
14. Your relationships with people will be affected. From your best friend to your parents and spouse. Sometimes it solidifies a relationship, strengthening your connection. Other times it completely destroys it.
15. You are strong and amazing even when you don't think you are. This is so important. The most important on the list. When you feel like you'll just die from the heartache and your eyes are swollen from all of the tears…you're stronger than you think. People will idolize you for this but the truth is you don't have a choice. "Of course you do!" I've heard- oh yeah? What's that? Lock myself in a closet and wish it never happened while cancer wreaks havoc on my child's body??? Right, didn't think so. But choice or no choice, you are strong enough to get through it.


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|09 May 2014
BSOD when closing programs 0x00000050
My system has been stable for many years, most recent HW change was addition of SSD about 1 year ago. Now maybe a month ago I started getting BSOD's. Always the same error code: BCCODE 50 0x00000050. These would occur when closing programs (such as games, chrome) or when alt-tabbing. After the start of these crashes, I updated some drivers, but that had no effect.
I have ran Windows memory tester for couple times about 5ish hours and it's had no errors. Also I have run chkdsk on all disks and no errors.
Attached is the dump from most recent crash.
Thanks in advance!
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|10 May 2014
Can you roll back your graphics driver as we've had quite a lot of issues with these latest ones.
Roll back through the device manager.
Before changing drivers, make sure that you have earlier System restore points made in your computer. You can check it easily by using CCleaner looking at Tools > System Restore.
If there are no points, make a System Restore Point Manually.
To roll back using Device Manager do the following:
Stress test your graphics card with Furmark
I recommend running it for around 30 minutes
Furmark will increase the temperature of your GPU rapidly so keep and eye on your temperatures
|My System Specs
|10 May 2014
I'll give Furmark a try tomorrow. However I doubt it would be stability issue as it never crashes when a program is running, even a heavy game.
I can sure try rollback, but since the crashes started to happen before I updated drivers, isn't that counterintuitive? I mean I know for sure that the old drivers had the crashes.
|My System Specs
|10 May 2014
Well your driver before was quite old and the latest versions seem quite unstable so rolling back to the second to latest version should help.
|My System Specs
|11 May 2014
The option to roll back drivers is blanked out for me? Should I uninstall and reinstall the 2nd newest? Attached is newest crash log, again happened when I alt-tabbed from FTL (game) to Chrome.
I ran Furmark for 30 mins and no artifacts. Temp was stable at 90.
|My System Specs
|11 May 2014
Uninstall the drivers completely and install the previous version.
90 is a bit too hot but it doesn't seem to be causing stability issues.
I think the graphics card is ruled out.
If you still get crashes after installing the other display driver then I recommend enabling Driver Verifier.
Only enable Special Pool.
Enable Driver Verifier to monitor the drivers.
Driver Verifier -Enable and Disable
Run Driver Verifier for 24 hours or the occurrence of the next crash, whichever is earlier.
Why Driver Verifier:
It puts a stress on the drivers, ans so it makes the unstable drivers crash. Hopefully the driver that crashes is recorded in the memory dump.
How Can we know that DV is enabled:
It will make the system bit of slow, laggy.
Before enabling DV, make sure that you have earlier System restore points made in your computer. You can check it easily by using CCleaner looking at Tools > System Restore.
If there are no points, make a System Restore Point Manually before enabling DV.
Let us know the results, with the subsequent crash dumps, if any.
|My System Specs
|22 May 2014
Thanks for the instructions. I changed to older display drivers and the crashes changed too: no longer BSOD during alt tab, but instead complete freezes while playing. The only way to get out of it would be to hold the power button. After a few of those I went with the driver verifier and got immediate BSODs (different code than before). Couldn't get in Windows at all and couldn't get safe mode up so I did system restore. Attached is the log.
|My System Specs
|22 May 2014
Daemon Tools!
*** WARNING: Unable to verify timestamp for dtsoftbus01.sys *** ERROR: Module load completed but symbols could not be loaded for dtsoftbus01.sys Probably caused by : dtsoftbus01.sys ( dtsoftbus01+1360 )
|My System Specs
|22 May 2014
OK! I'll report back after have done that. I don't even use it at the moment, it must have evaded me when I have cleansed background processes.
|My System Specs
|22 May 2014
It seemed to work, driver verifier ran for few hours and then games were also stable. However I got a BSOD with new error code when shutting down the computer, after closing all the programs. Attached is dumps.
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Reading attitudes, but not skills, rise with canine companionship
On Board Online • July 24, 2017
By Gayle Simidian
Research Analyst
If you are looking to improve primary school students' enthusiasm for reading, consider bringing a dog into the classroom. But don't expect big changes in reading ability, according to a recent study by the Tufts Institute for Human-Animal Interaction at Tufts University.
They wanted to measure how reading aloud to dogs in school affected reading competencies and attitudes about reading in a controlled study.
In a study published in Early Childhood Education Journal and the online journal Phys.org, veterinarian Deborah E. Linder and four co-authors examined second-grade students' reading abilities and views on reading in a school setting.
Second-graders who tested as average on reading skills based on a reading ability measurement called the Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills (DIBELS) were put into two groups. One group read aloud to a dog for 30 minutes per week for six weeks. The other group didn't read to dogs, but attended regular class instruction.
Teachers evaluated students' reading skills periodically throughout the program using DIBELS. Teachers also evaluated students' attitudes about reading via an instrument called the Elementary Reading Attitude Survey (ERAS) both before and after the program.
The researchers didn't find gains in reading skills in either group. But students in the group that read to a dog gave more positive answers to 10 questions that measured their attitudes toward reading. The children selected depictions of facial expressions from a range of "frowny" and "smiley" faces.
Improving students' enthusiasm for reading is worthwhile, and could justify using dogs as reading partners, according to the researchers. "One of the most important aspects of facilitating reading skill development is motivating a child to engage in reading," said Dr. Lisa Freeman, the study's principal investigator, who teaches at the school of veterinary medicine at Tufts.
In a prior study, the researchers found that reading to dogs over the summer could help second-graders retain their reading skills and avoid the so-called "summer reading loss."
To view the study, go to https://phys.org/news/2017-05-therapy-dogs-literacy-attitudes-second-grade.html .


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Babies aren't born smart — they're made smart.
And what makes them smart? Words.
Research proves that language has unmatched power to build a baby's brain. The number of words a young child hears, and the tone and meaning of those words, is crucial to the way the brain develops.
That's why the Studer Community Institute staff created a series of radio spots using tips from Dr. Dana Suskind's book, "Thirty Million Words: Building a Child's Brain."
The tips, featuring Institute founder Quint Studer, offer practical advice for parents and caregivers to exposure young children to more words.
Research that Suskind and her team at the University of Chicago have done supports research that indicates that the more words a young child hears, the stronger the connections in that child's brain will be. Children who hear fewer words before age 3 face challenges in developing language and reading skills they will need to succeed in school.
So how do you start? The advice all boils down to this: Talk to your child. All the time. Every day.
Need some help getting started? Just listen to these spots.
And then share the advice with everyone you know who may spend time with a young child.
A California program uses text messages to prompt parents with tips, strategies to talk more with their young children.
Talking about shapes, numbers and patterns is important. It helps build number sense, basic math and comparison concepts.
The science is indisputable. The essential years for developing the human brain are from birth through 3. Helping parents with their role in that is key.
Parents had to learn that it was OK for their children to fidget while reading. What's important is keeping the child engaged — because engaged kids learn better.
Yes-no questions are only good for one-word answers. How and why questions force your child to start building problem-solving skills.
When your baby makes a sound, it's her way of trying to talk to you. Answer back, even if you feel silly doing it. Every word you say is building her brain.
Research shows that children who are praised for their effort are less likely to give up when faced with a challenge.
Make the word fragments your baby starts to say into full sentences to help her learn more words.
Talk to your baby about what you're doing all the time. Adding more words to describe what you're doing is like adding links in a chain, one that will help your child's brain build strong connections later on.
Talk about what you are doing when your baby is there. When you change a diaper, when you wash the dishes, when you do anything, talk about it to your child.
Babies learn more from positive words than harsh, negative words. They also learn more from words that describe than from words that only give orders.
Positive, loving interaction with a parent is what helps your baby's brain grow to be healthy, sharp and ready learn.
Read early and often with your child, and remember: Repetition is key. You will get tired of reading the same story long before your child will get tired of hearing it. Keep reading it anyway.
How can you help you child be ready for kindergarten? Ditch the device and talk to — and with — your child.
How you can help build your baby's brain? Make words part of everything you do when you play together.
The Studer Community Institute staff has crafted a series of radio spots that give parents and caregivers tips on how to boost the number of words young children hear, improving the language skills they will need to be ready for kindergarten.


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Where do children attending St Christopher's live?
Our catchment area is wide, from families who live on Dartmoor all the way to Dartmouth and everywhere in between, including Totnes, Newton Abbot and Torbay.
Are there any transport arrangements?
Yes, we have 2 minibus services, both driven by our very own teachers, which run from Ashburton and Halwell. Routes remain flexible to cater for parents 'requirements. We will be adding an additional Minibus from the Torbay starting in Sept 2017.
Where do children move onto at the end of Year 6?
Pupils move onto a variety of schools; many take the 11+ to the local grammar schools; pupils take entrance exams and scholarships to Independent schools and some attend local secondary schools.
When can I visit?
We have 3 open days a year but parents are welcome to make arrangements for a private visit at any time during the year.
Do you prepare children for entrance to both the local Grammar Schools and Independent schools?
Yes children are prepared appropriately for both the 11+ and scholarships exams.
When can pupils join St Christopher's?
Pupils can join St Christopher's at any point subject to places being available.
How many pupils are there at St Christopher's?
There are currently 92 pupils at St Christopher's
Do you have to be a practising Christian to attend St Christopher's?
Families do not have to be practising Christians to attend St Christopher's, but we ask that you respect our Christian traditions.
What are the class sizes?
Classes range on average between 10 and 16 pupils.
Are there opportunities for scholarships and bursaries?
Yes. Please refer to the relevant section on the website and contact us for further details.
Do you accept Early Years funding?
Yes, children, in receipt of the Early Years Funding (for all children from the term after they turn 3 until the term in which they turn 5) may attend Nursery for 15 hours with no charge.
Will you be accepting the additional 15 hours from September 2017?
Yes, for those entitled, you will be able to claim the additional 15 hours of funding.
Can my child attend the Nursery only?
Yes, children can attend the Nursery department, without committing to the Prep School.
How long is the school day?
Registration is at 8.40am and the school day finishes at 4.25pm (Reception finish at 3.25pm).
There is supervised Prep (homework) for children in Years 3-6 until 5pm or After School Club for Years 2 and below, also until 5pm.
Do you offer support for children with special educational needs?
Individual Educational Plans (IEP's) are put in place for children who require some extra support with their learning. This help is offered, where possible, within the classroom setting and through 1 to 1 intervention when needed.


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Conservatories and orangeries are very much related with each other in a number of ways. Many don't know that Orangeries is simply an old fashioned name that was given to the glass structure which is similar to a sun room or Conservatory except certain differences. However, in case of the Conservatories which is entirely build from glass and the Orangeries consists of less than 70% of glass and rest are stone or brick parapet wall and many other things that are included.
With the addition of the glass extensions, you can create great ways for extra living space and also it will improve the whole view of your home. Along with the glasses, you can use a number of designs and styles and building materials for creating your own orangery or the conservatory. There are a number of options to choose from if you want like brick, glass, UPVC or the wooden orangeries.
If you go with the wooden orangery glass extensions for homes, then you can expect them to be appreciated by others for many years to come.
- It is because of their natural beauty and it is due to the presence of the natural wood. This wood will shine in almost every season to follow.
- Another benefit if you go with the wooden conservatories and orangeries is that these can be built in almost any kind of terrain and environment. It shows the flexible nature of the wood and you can shape it according to your choice.
- The best thing to cherish is that they are completely eco friendly.
- These are very easy to maintain and you will get a number of options to choose from if you go with wood.


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GilFlash game · November 2010
Play Gil — Requires Flash
Gil is a Flash platformer game in the vein of Super Meat Boy and The N Game. In retrospect, the game is too difficult; but that didn't stop some people from beating it.
Programming and game design by myself and Tyler Rigsby. Soundtrack composed by Owen Whitcomb, produced by me.


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Should I buy a Canon iPF Printer?
Question: Do you recommend that I buy a Canon iPF Printer?
Answer: Yes, these are great printers with many strengths, so we recommend that you buy one if it fits your needs. All of the current large format printers have strengths and weaknesses, but they are different for each printer so it depends which features are most important to you. We recommend that you get enough information to decide if one of these printers is right for you. A recommended source of objective information comparing the printers for Canon, Epson and HP is Scott Martin's review of the new X300 printer generation, which includes comparisons with Epson and HP. You can also check an older newsletter from Scott Martin for comparisons of the iPFX100 generation with Epson/HP printers. Future issues of this newletter can be subscribed from the Onsight front page.
- Decide if you would be better served by a 24 inch printer. Options here include the Canon iPF6300 or iPF6100, HP Z3200 and the Epson 7880 or Epson 7900. A comparison of the older versions of Canon, Epson and HP printers has been started here.
- If you want a 17 inch printer, the only real competitors are the Epson 4880 and the Epson 3800, or the Epson 4900 which will be available in November, 2010 and uses the same inks as the 7900. Look at the comparison with the Epson 3800 and 4800, (some might want to also consider the HP Designjet 90, a dye-based printer which is only archival with two HP papers).
- Check the Known Limitations section to see if the issues mentioned are showstoppers for you. Don't be too concerned about these problems unless they would affect YOUR use of the printer, since printers from all of the manufacturers have limitations.
- Read the Reviews
- Ask any unanswered questions on the Discussion Forum
Strong points of the iPF5000/iPF5100 include:
- Gamut size equal to Epson K3 inks on Epson Premium Luster (but the shape is different, so stronger in some colors, weaker in others)
- Excellent dmax (L* 3.3 on Epson Premium Luster)
- Gloss differential and bronzing characteristics of the iPF5000 were identical to the K3 inks in a recent comparison of B&W done by Scott Martin of Onsight. However, the iPFX100 inks were hugely superior. He only tested black and white so there could be differences that one sees with color prints, but probably the results wouldn't be much different. The iPF5100/6100 printers black inks have the least bronzing and gloss differential (without HP's Gloss Enhancer) and that's a real strong point. Scott writes in a Luminous Landscape thread: "I have some wet darkroom fiber base prints along with B&W fiber base inkjet prints from Epson K3 printers, HP Z series printers and Canon iPF x100 printers that I carry around with me and all the photographers that I have shown them to have preferred the x100 prints thus far."
- No clogs
- Automated cleanings may waste less ink than Epsons, especially for the iPFX100 printers with firmware 1.35 which have been reported to use 0.35-0.81 ml per day
- Frugal with ink when making prints
- Industrial strength build quality
- No cartridge swap required to print photo or matte black ink
- Great motorized roll feed which loads very easily
- Sheets and roll can be loaded at the same time, easy to switch
- Very neutral B&W prints
- Can print long panoramas
Weaknesses of the iPF5000/iPF5100 include:
- Very large size compared to Epson 3800 (bigger than even the Epson 4800)
- Locked Media Types may cause hassles/problems when printing on third party glossy/luster papers
- Smallest official paper size 8X10 (but reports of successfully feeding slightly smaller sizes)
- On selected papers Ultrachrome K3 inks may be more water resistant than Canon according to tests done by some Wiki members
- Steeper learning curve for those already accustomed to Epson printers


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There are many different things that can capture the internet's heart.
Maybe it's a tiny dog attempting to pedal a bike. Perhaps it's a man who enjoys recreating his daughter's selfies.
Or maybe it's a surreal animation about a man named Steve.
The film above is from YouTuber and musician Bill Wurtz. It's currently trending on Reddit's r/videos subreddit, and it's already racked up over a million views in a day.
Don't question it: just sit back and bathe in its bizarre beauty.