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It was with your every holiday comfort and requirement in mind that the Waikoloa resort was designed and constructed. A benefit in so many ways, this does mean, however, that the activities which are possible within Waikoloa are likely to put some considerable demands on your holiday time. In order to make the most of every minute spent at Waikoloa, you may wish to consider choosing to rent one of the various sizes of holiday condos available. A private rental will allow you full control over your holiday schedule and may well have the added benefit of saving you money on the overall cost of your stay.
Sea, Sun and Sand
Waikoloa Beach is located on Anaehoomalu Bay. As well as its beautiful sands for traditional beach relaxation, family games and water play, the clear, clean waters of the area are perfect for snorkelling and seeing first hand the wonderful array of marine life in its natural environment. Close to the shoreline, the Waikoloa Anchialine Ponds are lava formed pools, fed by a mixture of fresh and salt water through the rock and teeming with small marine life. These pools represent an important part of local custom and a carefully laid out trail forms an interesting and informative walk through the area.
Golf at Waikoloa
There are two golf courses at the Waikoloa resort, the Robert Trent Jones, Jr - or Beach Course - and the Kings' Course. Both splendid courses are designed to present the ultimate golfing challenge and are set in spectacular scenery in which to enjoy your round.
Shopping and Restaurants in Waikoloa Resort
Whether you decide to dine at one of Waikoloa's fine restaurants or buy your own supplies and cook yourself at your holiday rental condo, you will find the means within the Waikoloa resort. Restaurants range from those serving local cuisine, to Asian cuisine and even a fish and chip restaurant, ensuring that not only every taste is catered to but that variety can be experienced throughout your holiday. Shopping for souvenirs and mementoes is also possible without having to leave the resort.
Entertainment at Waikoloa
A Hawaiian holiday would not be complete without experiencing the traditional local celebrations and musical events. Regular events are held at Waikoloa throughout the year, including the legendary luaus, which combine a fabulous dinner of local produce with traditional island entertainment in the form of song and dance.


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Mango and Coconut Yule Log Cake (Buche de Noel)
Bûche de Noël is known by many names. Whether you call it a Yule Log, roulade or simply a roll cake, few desserts are as synonymous with Christmas. For this recipe, the roll cake I used is a simple, coconut-flavored génoise. It's basically a sponge cake. The filling is a mango and rum ganache and I made a chocolate rum butter-cream to cover the log.
When I was a kid in France, we used to buy a Yule Log every year. It may seem strange, but the flavor we would always get was mango. It's like a warm tropical breeze on a cold winter night. Though mango is clearly not a traditional holiday flavor, once you try this Bûche de Noël, you won't go back to vanilla and chocolate.
Yields: 8 servings3 eggs
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon coconut extract
3 tablespoons coconut flakes
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons potato flour
2 tablespoons whole milk
2-1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup white baking chocolate, finely chopped
1 tablespoon imitation rum extract
1-1/2 cups mango pulp (see tips)
2 teaspoons mango extract (optional)
12 tablespoons unsalted butter (1-1/2 sticks), at room temperature
3/4 cup powdered sugar
1-1/2 tablespoons cocoa powder
3 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
For the coconut génoise:
Preheat the oven to 375°F.
Separate the egg yolks from the whites.
In a mixing bowl, beat the egg yolks with 3 tablespoons of granulated sugar until you get a pale, yellow foam; the texture of the egg yolk will be thicker. Add the vanilla and coconut extracts.
In a separate bowl, combine the flour, potato flour and baking powder. Sift the dry ingredients.
Combine the egg yolk mixture, dry ingredients, milk, oil and 2 teaspoons of coconut flakes.
In another bowl, add salt to the egg whites and whisk for about 2 minutes at a low speed. Add cream of tartar and the rest of the granulated sugar, increase the speed of your mixer and keep beating for another 2-3 minutes until it forms soft peaks. Don't over-beat or the texture will become grainy.
Using a silicone spatula, mix 1/3 of the whipped egg whites with the egg yolk mixture to soften it. Add the rest of the whipped egg whites and gently in fold in the eggs to get an airy batter.
Apply a thin layer of butter (approximately 1 tablespoon total) to a (12 x 17-inch) baking sheet, previously line with parchment paper. Pour the génoise batter; even it out using a spreader. Bake for 5 minutes at 375°F; lower the temperature to 350°F and bake for another 5-7 minutes. The texture of the génoise should be very soft.
Allow to cool for about 15 minutes. Cover the génoise with another piece of parchment (make sure it's much larger than the size of the baking sheet), place another baking sheet or flat board on top and flip the cake. Remove the still-warm baking sheet, gently remove and discard the old parchment paper and replace it with a large kitchen towel. Roll the cake with the towel and form a log. Let the cake cool completely (while preparing the ganache).
For the mango and rum ganache:
In another bowl, heat the heavy cream in a saucepan. Bring it to a near boil. Turn off the heat immediately and quickly add the finely chopped white chocolate. Stir until everything is melted. Add the mango extract and 2 teaspoons of rum extract. Let the mixture cool completely. Once cooled, whip the cream (at a low speed) until creamy and smooth for 2-3 minutes. Add 3 tablespoons of mango pulp. Stir well. Chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
For the roulade (génoise + ganache):
Unroll the cake and remove the kitchen towel. Using a spreader, spread the mango and rum ganache onto the génoise cake, stopping 2 inches before the end of the rectangle (the ganache will spread eventually until the end). Drizzle uniformly 5 tablespoons of mango pulp over the ganache and start rolling the cake, by lifting the parchment paper underneath the cake (as a guide). Form a log. Wrap the log with the parchment paper and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2-3 hours.
For the chocolate rum butter-cream:
In a bowl, sift the powdered sugar with the cocoa powder.
For the semi-sweet chocolate, place a pot filled with hot water (at a gentle simmer), topped with a piece of cloth so the bowl does not move and place a stainless-steel bowl filled with the chocolate chips on top. Stir until melted. Turn off the heat. Another option is to heat the chocolate for 20-30 seconds in the microwave. Watch the chocolate carefully; it could burn easily in the microwave!
In a separate bowl, cream the butter with the cocoa sugar mixture. Add the melted chocolate and the remaining rum extract (1 teaspoon).
For the rest of the coconut flakes:
Lightly dry toast the coconut flakes in a small skillet over medium high heat until slighted golden. You have to be very careful; otherwise the coconut could burn easily. Transfer to a plate. Allow to cool completely.
Assembly time:
Un-wrap the parchment paper from the log, leaving the paper beneath the cake. Trim about 1 inch on each side of the log and discard the trimmings (we ate them!).
Cover the Yule Log with the chocolate butter-cream and smooth it out using a spreader. Using a fork, score lines along the length of the log, imitating the texture of wood. Cut 1-½" thick slice on the bias and place it on top of the log as a garnish. Sprinkle with the coconut flakes. Chill in the refrigerator for another hour.
Line up the serving plates. Place about 2 tablespoons of the mango pulp at the bottom of each plate. Place one slice of cake over the mango sauce. Repeat with the rest of the plates.
Bon appétit!
Depending on the measurement of your baking sheet, make sure not to over-fill the cake with ganache. When spreading the ganache, make sure not to spread too much at the edges of the cake so it doesn't burst on the side when rolled.
When you start to roll the cake, it's essential to roll it tightly so you don't have any air
I prefer using canned mango pulp because the mangoes are picked at the peak of ripeness, which guarantees a consistent result. I get it at the Indian store but you can also get it online. I prefer the Kesar mango variety, which is much smaller than the Alphonso kind and much sweeter.
You can also use a fresh ripe mango if you don't have canned mango pulp. You might check the level of sweetness though.
Similar to other cake recipes, I use potato flour for a lighter, fluffier result.
Sifting dry ingredients helps to get rid of lumps of flour and also to aerate the mixture when liquid is added. It's very important for all of your baking so you get a moist result.
To ensure that the log doesn't crack, roll the génoise in a kitchen towel while it's still warm.
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Nothing seems to pull at the heart strings as powerfully as a puppy or kitten. That adorable little bundle of fur, however, comes with a BIG bundle of responsibilities. Though the first six months are the most intense, the responsibility of guardianship lasts for the lifetime of your pet – 15 to 20 years. Are you prepared? Here are some helpful tips for starting off on the right "paw" with your new best friend and a list of essentials to have on hand.
Selecting "The One"
While a majority of people say their cat just "showed up" - and if one shows up for you, please take it as the honor that it is! - we typically exercise a little more choice when it comes to dogs. Researching breed characteristics is a must. Choosing a puppy or kitten to match your lifestyle is critical for the long-term success of your relationship. If you are an apartment dweller without much time for long romps in the park, choose a small breed of dog, or one that needs less exercise. Perhaps a Yorkshire Terrier or Pug would be well suited, but a Beagle or Border Collie would not. No matter how much you fall in love with a particular puppy, if his heritage and breed characteristics are not right for your lifestyle - it's best to keep looking.
Visit shows and local breeders to get a better feel for the breed you are interested in. It's estimated that 25% of dogs in shelters are purebreds, so contact your local shelters and rescure organizations if you are set on a particular breed. Age is no object to adoption, either; animals of all ages, from litters of puppies and kittens to elderly fellows, are always in need of "forever" homes.
Cats differ, too, from breed to breed – so if you have the opportunity, definitely do the same homework you would if choosing a dog. Kittens and very small children are not usually a good combination, but an easy-going young Ragdoll or Maine coon might be just the thing for an active young family.
Once you have chosen your new companion (or rather, she has chosen you!), prepare her new home in advance. She'll need places of comfort and safety. A cozy bed of her own is a must, even if she'll be sharing yours some of the time. For puppies, a large crate or corral is essential for any times she will be unsupervised. Better yet is a room with hard floors, such as a kitchen that can be gated off with baby gates. Learn about proper crate and house training before you bring her home. If you start out by leaving her for too long in a crate or without a proper set-up, she may learn to fear confinement.
For kittens, provide a cat tree or hidey hole to retreat to for naps in safety. Some cats prefer a high perch, and some prefer a cozy "cave", so you may need to offer both until you learn your kitten's preferences. It is usually best to start your kitten out with just one room to explore and become accustomed to. Once he has settled in for a day or two you can gradually expand his territory.
For any puppy or kitten, traveling and acclimating to a new home is quite stressful. You can help immensely in setting the stage for a smooth transition for your companion by supporting them with Flower Essences, Pheromone products and other calming remedies:
Certain flower essences, like Spirit Essences New Beginnings are designed to help support your little companion's emotional state as she settles in. These can be added to the water or massaged into the ears or paws.
Calming pheromones are natural "scents" produced by nursing mother dogs and cats that soothe and calm puppies and kittens.Only Natural Pet Phero-Soothe spray can be used in the carrier or crate and car prior to travel, as well as spraying directly on bedding and around the house to help reduce stress.Sentry Pheromone Calming Collars can be worn by your pet to offer a calming "scent" at all times.
Routine, Routine, Routine
Kittens and puppies thrive on routine – and this is especially important to housetraining a puppy. Feeding at regular intervals along with taking your puppy out on a schedule is THE BEST way to avoid a long, drawn-out housetraining process. If you follow a routine from day one, you'll have him trained far more quickly and with fewer "mistakes". Read a good book on training such asThe Other End of The Leash orDon't Shoot the Dog.
Cats are creatures of habit, so set up the right habits from the start. Cats prefer life to be predictable, so go slowly when introducing him to his new environment and housemates, keeping things as calm as possible. Kittens typically do not need much training to use a litter box. However, no matter whatlitter you ultimately intend to use, it may be wise to start with some of the same litter your kitten was accustomed to in his previous environment and make a gradual transition. For the first day or two, it can be helpful to place the kitten in the box periodically and gently help him paw a bit of the litter so he gets the idea. Scratching in sand produces a reflex to "go" - making most kitty box training amazingly quick and easy.
Separation anxiety is normal for many animals, and can be prevented, and often managed, by gradually getting your pet accustomed to being alone. Start with short departures – just a few seconds at first, then a minute or two, until you see how your puppy or kitten reacts. Gradually increase the time you are away until your little friend can be alone for up to several hours at a time. Again, using calming remedies such as HomeoPet Anxiety and/or Loneliness / Home Alone Flower Essence can help support your pet through the learning process. See the article aboutSeparation Anxiety.
Puppies, especially, should not be left for the entire work day. Dogs are pack animals and do not like to be alone for such long stretches; not to mention there is no way a puppy can hold its bladder that long. Consider a dog walking service, a friendly neighbor, doggy daycare or a combination of solutions. When he is left alone, make sure he has an "approved area" for elimination with puppy pads or newspaper. Do not crate him for longer periods until he is older. A general rule of thumb is that a puppy can "hold it" for as many hours as his age in months; so a 2 month old can hang on for two hours at the most between potty breaks, a 3 month old can wait 3 hours, etc.
Healthy Food & Treats
Start your companion out with a variety of top quality foods to support his growth and development and build a strong immune system. The fresher the foods we eat, the healthier we are, and the same holds true for our four-legged friends. A raw diet is the closest to your puppy's or kitten's natural instincts. If you are not prepared to try raw, considereasy to prepareDehydrated,Home Prepared, orFreeze Dried foods. Using these along with agood quality canned food for kittens andcanned or dry for puppies will provide all their growing systems need. It is not necessary to feed a bag or can of food labeled "puppy" or "kitten" as long as the food is labeled "for all life stages." Please seeWhat You Need to Know About Your Pet's Food for more information.
Feed your new friend frequently in the beginning – at least 3 to 4 times per day (more often if they're very young). At 5 to 6 months you can slowly transition to 2-3 meals per day by gradually reducing the amount of the mid-day meal and increasing breakfast and dinner a bit. Keep in mind that at around 6 months, or at the time of neutering, their growth process slows down, so watch your companion's waistline and reduce the amount you feed if necessary. Overfeeding your puppy or kitten can set them up for health problems, such as joint issues and obesity. Puppies and kittens should be trim and fit, not chubby and round.
Do not leave food out free-choice unless you cannot find a way to provide a mid-day meal when you are at work. Free-choice feeding is a set-up for unhealthy eating and elimination habits. Not only does free-choice feeding frequently lead to overweight pets, it is also a strain on their developing immune and digestive systems. If you must leave food out when your kitten or puppy is younger, be sure to eliminate free feeding once he is old enough to transition to 2-3 meals per day. For cats, who would naturally catch several mice or birds per day, a meal in the morning, right after work, and at bedtime is ideal.
Vitamins & Supplements for Optimal Health
Diet is the foundation of any animal's health - but what can you do in addition to a healthy diet to insure your puppy's or kitten's optimal development and strong immune system? Provide supplements tailored to her needs:
ColostrumKittens and puppies are more vulnerable than mature animals to parasites and disease because their immune systems are still developing. In addition, they are under a good deal of stress as they leave the safety and familiarity of their mothers and try to learn the ways of living with a human family. Most holistic veterinarians highly recommend supplementing all puppies' and kittens' diets withcolostrum to help boost their immature immune system for at least a month or two after weaning. If you are caring for a young orphaned puppy or kitten, colostrum is absolutely essential.
Digestive EnzymesTo support the proper digestion of foods nature wisely endowed every vegetable, fruit and animal food source with enzymes that help break it down. These enzymes are destroyed, however, by heat and processing. Every dog or cat that is eating a processed food (anything other than raw or lightly cooked) diet should receivedigestive enzymes with each meal. This will not only improve digestion and the assimilation of nutrients, but it will also help protect against the development of allergies and immune disorders such as IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease) which can be caused by poor digestion.
Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs)EFAs are required in the diet – they cannot be produced by the body (hence the "essential" in the name). These essential fatty acids are necessary for proper formation of cell membranes, production of hormones, proper cardiovascular function, and development of eyes, brain, skin and coat. Fish oils are the best source of Omega 3 EFAs (Omega 6s are abundant in the diet) and most dogs and cats enjoy the taste as long as you start slowly.
Multi-VitaminMany of us take adaily multivitamin supplement to ensure that we receive a basic amount of important vitamins and minerals. Even the best diet for our dogs and cats of fresh raw foods can be lacking in some essential vitamins and minerals. Think of a multi-vitamin supplement as health insurance. Making sure the body has everything it needs for proper cell function and growth will keep your little friend's health at its peak, possibly reducing your veterinarian visits and costs in the long run.
If adding 3 separate supplements to your pet's diet sounds a bit daunting, try our Only Natural Pet Super Daily Vitamins and Enzymes Skin and Coat Formula. This combination supplement includes flax meal to provide the essential fatty acid component.
Vaccinations & Deworming
The controversy surrounding vaccinations for kittens and puppies is an important issue for consideration by every dog and cat guardian. Appropriate vaccinations can help prevent serious illnesses, but overvaccination stresses the immune system of any animal, and can cause adverse reactions and contribute to long term chronic diseases. When it comes to vaccinations; the fewer that are necessary the better for the animal's long-term health.
If possible, wait to vaccinate puppies and kittens until 9 - 12 weeks of age. Prior to that age, in most cases, antibodies from the mother's milk prevent vaccines from taking hold. Ask for vaccines with the fewest antigens (a 3- or 4-way is preferable than a 7-way, or multiple vaccines), and give each vaccines three weeks apart if possible. It takes 10-14 days for a vaccine to become effective (3-4 days for intranasal vaccines). Until 16 weeks of age (or as advised by your veterinarian) keep your companion safe by avoiding exposure to public areas such as parks and pet stores. Keep them close to home and only expose them to animals you know are healthy. DO NOT vaccinate a sick animal - if your puppy or kitten is not in perfect health, delay the vaccines until he is.
The core vaccines that most holistic veterinarians will recommend include, for kittens: feline panleukopenia and rabies (which is required by law in most states, even for indoor cats). For puppies: parvo, distemper and rabies. Again, research this issue and understand the risks and benefits for any non-core vaccinations your veterinarian suggests. If your companion's risk of exposure is small, then it may be wise to avoid non-core vaccines. Consider administering a remedy such as Newon Homeopathics Thuja within two hour of the injection. Thuja is also the primary vaccinosis (adverse reaction to a vaccine) remedy for all species. If you must have your pet vaccinated, it is a good idea to give a dose ofThuja 30C . It is also helpful in case of immediate vaccine reactions, such as vomiting or diarrhea occurring within a few hours of the shot.
For more information about vaccination issues please see the articleWhat You Need to Know About Vaccinations and the article onVaccination by one of our consulting veterinarians, Dr. Jean Hofve. In addition, we encourage you to support theRabies Challenge Fund for further research into the area of vaccines and regulations.
Most puppies and kittens will have worms during their first weeks of life no matter how healthy their mothers are and how clean the environment. Regardless of whether or not your companion was dewormed prior to your taking over her care, have a stool sample analyzed by your veterinarian during your first visit. Prescription dewormers from your veterinarian are safer and more effective than over-the-counter chemical dewormers available at pet stores, such as piperazine..Herbal and homeopathic dewormers are available as well, but should be followed up with another stool sample to insure that all infestations are cleared.
Grooming / Flea Control
Grooming is not only about maintaining a healthy coat, but it is also a time for bonding with your little pal. Choose acomb or brush suitable to your kitten's or puppy's coat. Make grooming enjoyable by offering frequent treats during the process. Keeping littlenails trimmed frequently can help avoid scratched legs and furniture and will keep your companion more comfortable as well. Grooming and handling your little one prepares them for veterinary visits and examinations.
One of the risks of owning a bundle of fur is that it can attract unwanted visitors to your house – such as fleas and ticks. Get agood flea comb to check for fleas if you see your kitten or puppy scratching. Be prepared by keeping someAll-In-One Flea Remedy on hand. If fleas are a problem in your area, you'll need to treat the animal's bedding and favorite resting spots with the powder as well. TheAll-in-One powder is safe for use on puppies and kittens as young as 6 weeks. If you will be walking your puppy anywhere other than your own yard, consider usingHerbal Defense Spray to avoid bringing home fleas from the park or a neighbor's yard. Be sure to read our article on natural flea control if you are in a high-flea area!
Chewing & Scratching
There is no way around it – puppies must chew and kittens must scratch; and even kittens will need to chew when teething (around 4-6 months of age). Like housetraining or any other learning experience the better you set your new friend up for success, the better the chance for a healthy and enduring relationship between the two of you. Many a puppy and kitten are given up for adoption due to chewing or scratching inappropriate items – like shoes, carpet and furniture.
Remember that these are totally normal, natural behaviors – so don't punish them for chewing or scratching. Simply re-direct the behavior to appropriate objects and remove inappropriate ones. For puppies, anything within reach is fair game – they just don't know that your favorite Italian stilettos or the TV remote aren't puppy toys. It is up to you to puppy-proof and keep things out of reach. Along with keeping inappropriate items out of reach, be sure to keep plenty ofappropriate toys andchews on hand and within reach. Be prepared with a variety of chews that are appropriately sized so you can find out what her favorites are. SeeChews Wisely on the Only Natural Pet Blog to explore some options. StuffedKong toys or aPlanet Dog Mazee are favorites for those times your pup will be left unsupervised but may need a "pacifier." Stuff theKong with some Organic Peanut Butter and somesmall treats - he is likely to enjoy this treat so much he may not even notice you're gone. To make the game last longer, put the stuffed Kong in the freezer for awhile before giving it to your puppy.
Kittens need to scratch, stretch and climb – it's in their nature. Again, don't punish natural behavior – direct it to appropriate areas. Provide at least one high scratching post such as theUltimate Scratching Post, that your kitten will be able to stretch on even when full grown. It is a good idea to provide more than one scratchable surface. TheScratch Lounge is easy to move around the house wherever your kitten seems to be attracted to scratching. Placing one behind the sofa or other tempting furniture sets your kitten up to avoid mistakes. ApplySticky Paws BEFORE your kitten comes home so she is never attracted to those surfaces from the day she arrives. There are behavioral solutions to all scratching problems, so please work with your kitty's natural needs, and DO NOT DECLAW! If you don't want her sleeping on the backs of your furniture, you'll need to provide a cat tree or other high ledge she can call her own.
Toys and Exercise
Don't forget the fun stuff! Kittens and puppies are like kids, both their minds and bodies are active and growing. They need to keep exploring and learning as they grow. Toys and games are their best learning experiences, so provide them with a variety of things to satisfy their needs.
Kittens need chewy toys for teething like theChase the Hemp Cat Tails orCatnip Chew Ring. They also need something to chase such as theGo Cat Da Bird orKong Laser Cat Toy. ThePeek and Play Toy Box is a big favorite for growing kittens. But the best toys are the ones that come with you on the other end! Regular interactive play will help you keep your kitty slim and trim, and will prevent the many behavioral problems that can develop in bored, lonely cats.
Puppies love a good game oftug o' war, but don't forget to let her win occasionally. Another favorite is something cuddly for naps yet floppy for those times he feels ferocious and wants to shake his prey back and forth and unleash the wolf within – try aSimply Fido Organic Plush Toy.
Remember to get acollar or harness andleash for walks in the great outdoors. Even kittens can be allowed to explore safely with a secureharness and leash. Fresh air is a necessity of life even for indoor kittens and cats.
Puppies and kittens are notoriously accident prone, so it may be prudent to invest in goodfirst aid supplies. Choose your veterinarian with care – don't just go to the closest clinic. Ask at the local shelters, at shows and dog parks to find out who the best vets are in your area. You can check theAmerican Holistic Veterinary Medical Association's Referral Page for a list of holistically trained veterinarians near you.


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Tony Scott, best known for directing Top Gun and Enemy Of The State passed away this afternoon in what's being reported as a suicide. Reports state that the Hollywood legend parked his Prius on the side of the road by the Vincent Thomas Bridge near Long Beach, climbed a fence and jumped off without hesitation.
According to DailyBreeze.com, following the suicide, the Coast Guard was called to the scene and, using sonar, they discovered the director's body about four hours later. It was promptly handed over to the Los Angeles County Coroner, who confirmed to TMZ that the victim was, in fact, Scott.
A suicide note was reportedly discovered inside the sixty-eight-year-old's car, but it's unclear what, if any, reason it may have given. Regardless, Cinema Blend's thoughts are with Scott's wife Donna, his children and his older brother and longtime producing partner Ridley.
Over the course of his career, Tony had his hand in a ton of wonderful projects. He directed Beverly Hills Cop 2, Days Of Thunder and True Romance. He worked as an executive producer on the extremely underrated Numb3rs and he even directed the Kenny Loggins music video for "Danger Zone". His vision and his creativity will be missed for decades to come.


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Education Activity Helps Deployed Parents See Children's Graduations
By Samantha L. Quigley
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, June 5, 2009 - This year, as it's been for the last five, no high school senior graduating from a Department of Defense Education Activity school in Europe will look around wishing a parent could be there as the sound of "Pomp and Circumstance" fills the air.
For the sixth year, DoDEA is providing webcasts of graduation ceremonies from 17 European schools. Two of those ceremonies occurred yesterday, another 12 will take place today, and the remaining three will happen tomorrow, June 7 and June 12.
When the DoDEA graduation season is complete, about 125 parents deployed to Iraq, Afghanistan, and other far-flung locales will have been able to participate in their son's or daughter's high school graduation ceremony.
"We know how important this is to parents, and particularly parents who are deployed," Frank X. O'Gara, DoDEA's educational communications officer, said. "Even if just one student is [graduating], trying to connect that parent with that student for this ceremony is very important.
"Right from the very beginning, when you watch one of them, you can see the power of it," he added.
Letters from deployed parents to their sons or daughters reflect servicemembers' sentiments about the importance of being a part of this once-in-a-lifetime event.
"There was this one soldier who wrote back and said, 'I was in a different war in the Middle East when you started kindergarten, and then I find myself back here in the Middle East on your graduation day,'" O'Gara said. "He talked about all of the times he had to be away during her life, and all the major events that happened.
"He ended by saying, 'Such is the life of a soldier, and such is the life of the family members of a soldier,'" he added. "It was very powerful. It's what it's all about."
The dad who wrote that letter was able to watch his daughter graduate via video teleconference, the way the graduations were broadcast in 2003.
That first year, only two schools' ceremonies -- Vicenza High School in Italy and Wiesbaden High School in Germany -- were broadcast by video teleconference. Immediately, however, other schools with units that would be deployed during the next graduation season wanted to participate. Because video teleconferencing required too much equipment downrange, webcasting was chosen as the new mode.
Making the webcasts possible takes a lot of cooperation from the commands, both at home and downrange. The deployed servicemembers must be located, and then arrangements must be made for them to be at the viewing location at the right time.
Sometimes they're brought together to celebrate their children's graduations as a group. Other times, it's a solitary event. Either way, it's a sweet celebration, O'Gara said.
While not as cumbersome as video teleconferencing, webcasting still takes a good deal of effort. U.S. Army Europe and 5th Signal Command deserve a lion's share of the credit for making it happen, he said.
"The Army is really the major player ... and have really made it happen," O'Gara said. "The 5th Signal Command has been very instrumental in spearheading this effort and then working all the technical issues to make it happen."
The remaining graduation ceremonies to be webcast, and the air times, can be accessed at http://www.doddsegrads.net/Default.aspx. Enter the username "2009grads" and the password "lucky2009."
The site also features graduation programs for and links to each webcast, information on those who made it possible, and graduation messages from commanders.
*Related Sites:*
U.S. Army Europe [ http://www.hqusareur.army.mil/ ]
5th Signal Command [ http://www.5sigcmd.army.mil/ ]
Department of Defense Education Activity [ http://www.dodea.edu ]
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You don't always get what you pay for
Electricity is always used to facilitate a function, whether it's running a fan, illuminating a room, or heating a tank of water. However, it's the work done by the appliance — in these cases an induction motor, fluorescent lamp, and water heater, respectively — that is of interest.
Appliances are energy conversion devices. As dictated by the rules of power factor and efficiency, the energy consumed by an appliance is always greater than the energy provided by it.Power factor. When voltage and current are out-of-phase, the cosine of the angular displacement is called the power factor (PF), or more specifically, the displacement power factor (DpPF). Displacing the current waveform from the voltage waveform reduces the electricity's effectiveness in doing work.
As the number of electronic appliances in use increases, so does the presence of harmonic currents, which are integer multiples of the fundamental power system frequency of 60 Hz, such as 120 Hz, 180 Hz, and so on. These harmonic currents distort the shape of the current waveform. Instead of a pure sine wave, current waveforms rich in harmonics tend to be flattened or peaked. This distortion leads to distortion power factor (DtPF), or the ratio of the fundamental frequency current magnitude to the effective current magnitude. The effective current is an equivalent sinusoidal current that produces the same heating effects as the total non-sinusoidal current.
DpPF is often incorrectly referred to as PF. As power quality plays more of a role in power engineering, total power factor (PF=DpPF×DtPF) will become more common.Power factor correction. Consider a 750kVA load operating at 80% lagging PF. Construct a power triangle to help determine the kW and kVAR components of the power ( Fig. 1A above).
Solving for the real and reactive power values yields 600kW and 450kVAR, respectively. So of the 750kVA drawn from the source, only 600kW, or 80% of it, can do useful work. The reactive power, necessary to establish electromagnetic fields, adds a considerable burden to the source.
Last month's column showed that capacitors connected from line-to-neutral can furnish reactive power. With a 300kVAR shunt capacitor, the source has to provide only 150kVAR (450-300=150). Fig. 1B shows the resulting power triangle.
The kVA supplied by the source decreases to
and the PF angle θ decreases to
Efficiency. Efficiency is the ratio of the energy output of an appliance to the energy input, expressed as a percentage. Since appliances require more energy than they provide, some energy is lost. But where does it go?
yielding a new power factor of cos 14°, or 97% lagging. This process of installing shunt capacitors to supply reactive power is called power factor correction.
Depending on the type of appliance, energy can "escape" in a number of places. Electrical losses (I2R) usually account for a significant portion of the total losses, producing heat in the appliance. Iron-core devices exhibit hysteresis losses, which are magnetic losses in the iron, and eddy current losses, which are electrical losses in the iron core. Induction motors and transformers display a significant leakage reactance, which are the losses due to inductance. As the harmonic content of the current increases, skin effect losses increase greatly in the conductors. Rotating machines have rotational losses due to bearing friction and rotor windage.
Although many appliances are designed for maximum efficiency, losses will never be eliminated.


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YARMOUTH, Maine—Every year, Security Systems News recognizes 20 young professionals in the systems integration and monitoring space for their accomplishments. This month, SSN is announcing its 10th year of "20 under 40" integrator winners. To commemorate this, SSN caught up with several of the first honorees—the Class of 2007—to hear their perspective about how the industry has changed over the past 10 years, and what might be ahead in the next 10 years.
SCHAUMBURG, Ill.– Convergint Technologies, a global systems integrator based here, today announced the acquisition of Dakota Security Systems, one of the fastest growing and most well respected systems integrators in the country.
YARMOUTH, Maine—The recent security crisis at Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield reaffirms that the constant threat of cyber hacks is the new normal. Business as usual in the security industry doesn't exist anymore. So what kinds of proactive steps are integrators and central stations taking to prevent cyberattacks?
WESTMINSTER, Colo.—The data breach that brought down Target CEO Gregg Steinhafel is being used as a cautionary tale here at PSA-TEC.
PSA TEC is in full swing. The action started on Sunday night, but I arrived late on Monday. Yesterday I spent the day (Tuesday) talking to PSA Security integrators and members and attending four different educational sessions.
I attended the State of the Industry panel, moderated by PSA Security CEO Bill Bozeman and featuring a large group of integrators and industry experts; a discussion on Big Data, Business Resiliency and Physical Security moderated by Chris Peckham of Kratos; a session on security finance moderated by Bozeman; and a session on how to adopt managed services, moderated by Sharon Shaw, of Integrators Support.
These folks covered a lot of ground. I'll be writing more in-depth stories on some of the topics covered, but below are some highlights from the day.
Haves and have-nots
Bozeman started the first session of the day quoting Imperial Capital's Jeff Kessler, who in a recent report wrote that increasingly the world of systems integration is dominated by the "haves" and the "have-nots." The "have" have an RMR base, are making a good margin on jobs, and are profitable. The have-nots have not moved into managed services and are surviving on installation revenue. Bozeman agreed with Kessler, recommended all read his report, and spent a great deal of time in this session and others talking about how all PSA Security integrators can join the "haves."
Know your verticalsPhil Aronson of Aronson Security Group, Ron Oetjen of Intelligent Access, and Eric Yunag of Dakota Security all said "deep focus" on your vertical markets is key. Yunag, whose Dakota Security is growing rapidly, said that his company made a strategic misstep 7 or 8 years ago when it decided to expand outside of the financial vertical. Banks are something that Dakota had grown to know very very well. The mistake the company made was not the fact that it expanded outside of that vertical, but it did so without the focus and understanding of other verticals.
The message from integrators on the panel was this: Focusing on different verticals is good, but get to know them. And don't delve into too many. How many verticals should an independent integrator focus on? Three, most agreed.
Mad about channel conflict? Look withinAnother topic that came up was the problem of channel conflict and manufacturers going direct to end users. Jim Henry of Kratos, said it's important for systems integrators to remember that manufacturers who go direct to end users fail. However, he noted, "it's important that and end user sees you as a value, not a middleman making a margin." Yunag added that if an end user is going direct in your coverage area "that's your failure as a systems integrator." You need to know what's happening in your region, and if this kind of stuff happens take a look at your own organization.
Government OpportunityDon Erickson, CEO of SIA, was banging the drum about the opportunity for integrators who want to do business with the federal government. Despite sequestration and budget problems, money is in the pipeline for K-12 projects, ports, transportation. "Consider the GSA Schedule program, it's a very effective contract vehicle for doing business with the federal government."
How to build an effective business?During the State of the Industry, Ron Oetjen of Intelligent Access Systems broke it down this way: hire the right people and focus on your strategic plan. Later, during a finance educational session that got pretty granular about how to make your business attractive to buyers, Kratos' Jim Henry said that the businesses that he's attracted to are the ones that are not for sale, the ones with a "clear vision and a mission."
Boston bombing and video surveillanceIn the aftermath of the Newtown gun massacre and the Boston Marathon bombing, Yunag said that now is a "significant watershed for our industry and the services we provide … in the next five to ten years, the way video surveillance is used will change," he predicted. The general public has seen, particularly with Boston, how video surveillance can be useful. Jim Henry said that the incident clearly demonstrated how video can be used for "actionable intelligence and business intelligence." Further, he said, it's important to note that the ability to find the suspect was not because the camera in question was a certain quality or manufacturer, but because it was a "well positioned camera installed by a professional." This horrific event showed the world how video can be used, Yunag said, and it's incumbent on integrators now to have those conversations with law enforcement and others about how they can best take advantage of video and other physical security offerings to help prevent and detect situations like these.
There are many more highlights that I'll report on later, now I need to get to the conference.
RAPID CITY, S.D.—Dakota Security, a PSA Security owner, on April 18 opened its seventh office here. It will serve as a logistical base of operations for Dakota to take advantage of security opportunities arising from the booming local economy, Eric Yunag, CEO of Dakota Security, told Security Systems News.
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico—The CEO of a successful independent integration firm is likely a great manager, but is he or she a great leader? Maybe, but not necessarily, said PSA Security CEO Bill Bozeman on Oct. 24, when he announced the launch of a new training program for integrators called PSA Security Leadership Institute.
WESTMINSTER, Colo.—Dakota Security president Eric Yunag showed up a day early for the PSA-TEC conference here last week so he could meet with seven other systems integrators for a quarterly meeting of a 'PEG'.
SIOUX FALLS, S.D.—Business is looking up in 2011, but it's not business as usual, says Dakota Security president Eric Yunag.
Yunag said he's seeing more business opportunities in the first quarter of 2011 than he's seen in the past three to five years, but it's not coming from the same old places.
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Before and After : Bedroom Makeover with Moss and Coral Accents
This inspiring bedroom makeover is the result of a design collaboration between Decorview and style expert Emily Henderson. The goal of the project was to bring a bit of sunshine into a Los Angeles family and beat out winter blues. The owners (busy parents of three boys) had a dull bedroom with mismatched window coverings from previous owner that weren't functional and didn't even open all the way. They also had lots of "starter" furniture in the room that didn't go together.
Therefore, they wanted something sophisticated and practical. Enter Decorview and Emily Henderson and some vintage-modern style. Emily Henderson chose creamy coral, gold and moss color palette. For Window Treatments, Decorview provided the custom made flat panel roman shades in "Ryland" fabric, color "Mist". The traditional pleat curtain was made in the same textured herringbone pattern fabric in the same color. The drapery rod was also custom from Decorview, called "Rustic Elegance." Emily brought in the amazing gold, moss and coral accents through the mid-century style accents. The wallpaper (Terrance Payne for Hygge and West), wood lamps and bedding. She also repainted the family's Ikea dressers and customized them with knobs and spray paint. The result is a a bright, light and happy interior with a soft modern vintage feel and a calming retreat at the end of the day for these busy parents of three.


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Smartphones Become Next Frontier in Cybersecurity
Smartphone Security Will Be a Focus of Black Hat Conference in Las Vegas
Mathew Solnik says he can take over a smartphone from 30 feet away without alerting the user or the phone company. Then, he can turn the phone into a live microphone, browse its contacts or read its text messages.
"Anything [hackers] can choose to do, they can," says Mr. Solnik, a 28-year-old security consultant at Accuvant Inc., which works with Fortune 500 companies and the U.S. government. "If they want to install Angry Birds on the cellphone, that's what they can do."...


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EastEnders (1985)
The everyday lives of working-class residents of Albert Square, a traditional Victorian square of terrace houses surrounding a park in the East End of London's Walford borough.
- Julia Smith
- Tony Holland
Episode 1 - January 1, 1987Release Date: 1987-01-01
The New Year begins badly for Sharon who finds a crasher in her bed and then is stalked while walking through the garden. After a night of drinking, Ian and Wicksy sleep on Lofty's sofa and Michelle wakes them early the next morning with her typing and then kicks them out. Ian stumbles home and into his bed where Sharon is sleeping. She lets out a scream which wakes everyone else. Ian claims he forgot that Sharon had taken over his bed, but she still looks at him like she thinks he is a sex maniac. Angie leaves for an early morning walk over by the pub where she stops and watches the upstairs window until Den appears at the window and closes the curtain when he sees her below. Angie and Sharon are starting to feel in the way at the Beales' flat and try to help out with the housekeeping chores but Pete, trying to be the good host, forbids it. He and Den grew up together and he hopes Den and Angie will work out something but in the meantime he wants Kathy's friends to feel welcome in his home. Kathy decides to take Mehmet up on his offer to market her home-made jumpers. She gets Maude to help with the knitting for 75p an hour and Pete and Ian agree to take over the housework while she gets the business started. Michelle, who is anxious for more cash to help Arthur pay back the Christmas Club money he stole, agrees to do the sewing up on the sweaters.
Episode 2 - January 6, 1987Release Date: 1987-01-06
Pauline finally realises Arthur needs professional help. Sharon's screams from the garden soon bring Den racing to the rescue. She says there was someone lurking in the bushes and he pleads for her to stay the night at the pub. She insists on going to be with Angie so Den takes her there in his car. When Pat and Simon hear about this the next morning, they tell Lofty he shouldn't have taken no for an answer and walked Sharon home anyway. Ian asks Debbie to come out with him tonight but she tells him she had other plans. She is certainly attracting the attention of young men lately, perhaps she has taken on a new scent. Lofty is worried about the direction the marriage is headed. Between Michelle working at typing and sewing up the jumpers for Kathy and his working pub hours, there is no time for them alone together. Wilmott-Brown moves into Number 43 and invites Debbie to dinner. Naima is still upset over the £10 missing from the till. She suspects Rezaul but has no proof and the family takes his side anyway since he is a male and she is a mere girl. James tells Colin confidentally that he has the brewery contract for the Churchill campaign, strongly hinting that he has open advertising proposals. Den discovers the £3,500 gone from the joint account and his solicitor tells him there isn't much he can do about it since Angie had done nothing illegal. Then he finds out that Sharon sold his record collection to Barry!
Episode 3 - January 8, 1987Release Date: 1987-01-08
Dr Legg threatens to issue a committal order when Arthur refuses to go to hospital voluntarily. Sharon gets a letter from the supermarket about more time off (for personal reasons) but she isn't sure she wants to go back to work there. Angie tells Sharon they are mvoing into a hotel. Angie gets the divorce petition in the mail but is afraid to open it. James asks Debbie about dinner with him again and she says yes. Then she finds out from Barry that he and Colin will be there as well. Naima discovers more money, £11 this time, missing from the till and gets into an argument with her cousin when she confronts him about it. At James' dinner party, Barry chats with Debbie while Colin and James are busy in the kitchen. James did the clam chowder from a recipe he picked up in Miami. Barry and James have a mutual interest in blues music and James plays his guitar after the dinner. James announces that he is leaving the brewery in a few weeks and adds "spread his wings", when Debs asked what he is going to do. Michelle is busy typing and Lofty wants to go out for the day. But she tells him she needs the money for Arthur. Meanwhile, Arthur has locked himself in the outside lavatory. Lou says she she'd go get him out. Pauline says she might get the doctor back. Legg comes by and tries to get him out but he asks for 5 more minutes. Pete tries to talk Sharon into going to see Den, hoping that she might be the link to getting Den and Angie back together.
Episode 4 - January 13, 1987Release Date: 1987-01-13
Pauline and Michelle learn that Arthur has suffered a nervous breakdown when he goes to see Dr Blackburn. Pete is loading up his veggie van to move Angie and Sharon to the hotel. Meanwile, Angie goes to see a solicitor about the divorce. She wants to counter petition, but Finwick tells her it would take a great deal of money. Sharon goes to the YTS to ask about another job and the advisor is persuaded to help her find something with a career potential. Legg contacts Dr Blackburn, the shrink, about seeing Arhur but leaves as he is still in bed. He leaves it up to Michelle to get him to the 2 o'clock appointment and Pauline is out to shopping and then work at the launderette. Arthur gets to the appoitment and the Dr tells Michelle that Arthur needs to go into hospital. When she goes to get Arthur, he's disappeared. Two days to go until Kelvin's 18th birthday party. He starts arranging a party. Hannah and Tony plan to take him to a restaurant but he wants to have the party with just some of his mates. Kelvin invites Naima to the party. Rezaul tells Naima that the family thinks they should get married when her divorce is final.
Episode 5 - January 15, 1987Release Date: 1987-01-15
Arthur is admitted into hospital and Kelvin celebrates his 18th birthday in riotous style to the astonishment of his parents. Birthday gitfs from Sylvester and Auntie Bella arrive for Kelvin at breakfast. Hannah and Tony say they are not going to the party but they secretly plan to gate crash at midnight. Pauline gets Arthur off to hospital. He is very sad and depressed. The only words he says are "Hold my hand" first to Martin then to Michelle. Lofty and Michelle try to cheer Arthur by discussing the allotment and how they are going to get the planting started while he is in hospital. Pete puts on a suit and tie to drive him to hospital. Naima is delighted when she takes delivery of her her second-hand white Dodge van. Ian mades a cake for Kelvin's party. Kathy says the decoration is too busy. Sharon is keeping Kathy's stall. Ali is still putting up notices in the cab office about overcharging customers. After spotting Naima with her van, he also puts up a notice to hire women drivers. Simon and Lofty are on their own in the Vic and it is empty. Den is out looking for Sharon. Simon says it is because Angie is gone that business has gone downhill. Kelvin comes in to get his first legal drink, a large scotch. Lofty forgets he was now 18 but Simon remembers and is chuffed to serve him. Mary is doing business as usual in the pub and Kathy frowns when she sees money changing hands. Then she eyes Mary leaving with her "John" in tow.
Episode 6 - January 20, 1987Release Date: 1987-01-20
Sharon lets Den know a few painful home truths. After the disagreement with Michelle the night before, Lofty sleeps on sofa and cracks his glasses when he trods on them as he gets up. Ethel says she has the flu. Simon and Dot are also in the surgery waiting room. It is Dr Singh's first day and they are all shy but Dot goes in first to talk about her hot flashes. She manages to get her foot in mouth about Kelvin's birthday party and how coloureds always have parties like that. When she realises that the Doctor is "coloured", she tries to explain that he isn't plain chocolate but milky chocolate which only makes her embarrasent worse and she finally says she'll come back when the "Doctor" is there. He replies, "I'm the doctor." Mary sees Pat in the pub and asks her about some new contacts. She is broke and Pat gives her a lunch under the counter and then has a go at her about leaving Annie on her own and takes the plate away until she goes to see about her baby. Later in the café, Pat tries to talk her out of prostituion and refuses to give her any more contacts so Mary says she'll just have to find them on her own contacts then. Kathy takes a message to Den from Sharon she'll talk to him at 5.30 in the community centre. He tries to give her a new jacket but she refuses it although she does accept some money he offers her. Sharon tells him she doesn't want to see him again until the divorce is over and this is all settled. Lofty and Michelle apologise and go back to normal. Lofty tells her they should go out once a month together and she should go out once a month on her own. Michelle sends him flowers and he gives her a receipt for some earings he had Tony make for her.
Episode 7 - January 22, 1987Release Date: 1987-01-22
Dirty Den invites Jan to move into the Queen Vic with him. OzCab Five finally calls in. Mary discovers the comptition is tough in her newfound profession. Ali wants to hire Naima as a contract cabbie to protect the trade since she started giving women friends free rides in her van. When he asks her about it, she says she isn't interested. Sue still says Mehmet's overchargeing the customers is the reason business is off. Ali says that is all sorted out. OzCab 5 calls in! (he is on the roof of the cab to get radio contact and Ali asks if the cab is moving) Then he goes to Gatwick when Ali tells him to "get back quick". Then he goes to Waterloo when he complains about finding a toilet and Ali says something about putting a loo in the back of the cab. Then the cab gets towed away at Waterloo. Mary has a hooker job uptown and gets Sue to watch Mary after Pat refuses as she doesn't want to aid her prostitution. She comes back from "just down the road" all beat up but doesn't want to call the police. Pat takes her to the surgery and doesn't believe Mary's story that she was beaten up by the "Walford Attacker" and knows it was a "John". Mary confesses to Sue that the other girls beat her up for trying to approach their tricks, when she started working their patch on the market. Naima asks Tony to fix the roof on the flat they are renting. He refuses and accuses her of nicking their cab customers. Sharon is getting £20 a week allowance from Den but she is giving it all to Angie for her gin.
Episode 8 - January 27, 1987Release Date: 1987-01-27
Pauline visits Arthur in hospital and there is a mysterious drop in trade at the Vic. Naima decides to mend the roof herself and asks Tony to lend her his tools. He refuses saying it is no job for a woman. So she asks Hannah and she says "sure come on over and take your pick." She fixes the roof by putting a tile back in place and tells Debbie they should send the landlord a stiff bill. Pauline visits Arthur he is on some new pills with very bad side effects and she talks to the doctor who says they are going to take him off them. Carmel visits Mary to check on Annie to find the room is a mess and Annie is dirty. Michelle comes by later and offers to help her clear the room but Mary refuses her help and sends her off. Pat and Lofty talk about what they could do to pick the pub business up. Pat calls up some old girlfriend and invites her to bring some friends over. Lofty tries to help Kathy with the knitting and fouls up the machine. Mehmet calls and wants to pick up the jumpers at 8 Thursday morning. Then the knitting machine breaks. Tom puts up a Valentine poster in the Vic. Pat tells Sue and Tom that Mary was beat up by a geezer she picked up. Dot rushes right over to Mary to preach about the evils of selling yourself for money. Mary dashes out to have a go at Pat for telling everyone that she was on the game.
Episode 9 - January 29, 1987Release Date: 1987-01-29
Mehmet promises Ali to stop over-charging customers. It's Wednesday night and Kathy, Ian, Pete and Michelle are working frantically on the jumpers. Everyone except Kathy and Michelle fall asleep and they work through the night to finish the jumpers. Pete is up at 6 and gets Lofty up off the sofa to cover the deliveries at the pub but Den is up and they had started without him. They finish the jumpers at 7.45 except for bagging and boxing them up. Mehmet is there exactly on time at 8. Michelle goes to see Arthur in hospital telling him she is going to give him the £95 she will get for her work on the jumpers. He is a little better but sobs a lot and worries about his allotment and getting back to it some day. That night, Kathy and her knitting team are celebrating in the Vic when Ali comes in. He had been checking on Mehmet's friend, Frank, and found out the buyer of her jumpers is bankrupt and won't be paying any bills (including her jumpers) Tony and Hannah are in the pub worrying about their bills. Den catches Lofty putting money into the till and pays him back the £7 he is out. Then Den tells Pat not to invite her friends back. Ali tells Mehmet that he found him out about overcharging and he promises not to do it again. Then they go out to play cards all night. Ali asks Mehmet why Frank wouldn't let Kathy have an extension on the knitting and Mehmet doesn't answer but plans to use his commission money for another card game the next night.
Episode 10 - February 3, 1987Release Date: 1987-02-03
Episode 11 - February 5, 1987Release Date: 1987-02-05
Episode 12 - February 10, 1987Release Date: 1987-02-10
Episode 13 - February 12, 1987Release Date: 1987-02-12
Episode 14 - February 17, 1987Release Date: 1987-02-17
Episode 15 - February 19, 1987Release Date: 1987-02-19
Episode 16 - February 24, 1987Release Date: 1987-02-24
Episode 17 - February 26, 1987Release Date: 1987-02-26
Episode 18 - March 3, 1987Release Date: 1987-03-03
Episode 19 - March 5, 1987Release Date: 1987-03-05
Episode 20 - March 10, 1987Release Date: 1987-03-10
Episode 21 - March 12, 1987Release Date: 1987-03-12
Episode 22 - March 17, 1987Release Date: 1987-03-17
Episode 23 - March 19, 1987Release Date: 1987-03-19
Episode 24 - March 24, 1987Release Date: 1987-03-24
Episode 25 - March 26, 1987Release Date: 1987-03-26
Episode 26 - March 31, 1987Release Date: 1987-03-31
Episode 27 - April 2, 1987Release Date: 1987-04-02
Episode 28 - April 7, 1987Release Date: 1987-04-07
Episode 29 - April 9, 1987Release Date: 1987-04-09
Episode 30 - April 14, 1987Release Date: 1987-04-14
Episode 31 - April 16, 1987Release Date: 1987-04-16
Episode 32 - April 21, 1987Release Date: 1987-04-21
Episode 33 - April 23, 1987Release Date: 1987-04-23
Episode 34 - April 28, 1987Release Date: 1987-04-28
Episode 35 - April 30, 1987Release Date: 1987-04-30
Episode 36 - May 5, 1987Release Date: 1987-05-05
Episode 37 - May 7, 1987Release Date: 1987-05-07
Episode 38 - May 12, 1987Release Date: 1987-05-12
Episode 39 - May 14, 1987Release Date: 1987-05-14
Episode 40 - May 19, 1987Release Date: 1987-05-19
Episode 41 - May 21, 1987Release Date: 1987-05-21
Episode 42 - May 26, 1987Release Date: 1987-05-26
Episode 43 - May 28, 1987Release Date: 1987-05-28
Episode 44 - June 2, 1987Release Date: 1987-06-02
Episode 45 - June 4, 1987Release Date: 1987-06-04
Episode 46 - June 9, 1987Release Date: 1987-06-09
Episode 47 - June 11, 1987Release Date: 1987-06-11
Episode 48 - June 16, 1987Release Date: 1987-06-16
Episode 49 - June 18, 1987Release Date: 1987-06-18
Episode 50 - June 23, 1987Release Date: 1987-06-23
Episode 51 - June 25, 1987Release Date: 1987-06-25
Episode 52 - June 30, 1987Release Date: 1987-06-30
Episode 53 - July 2, 1987Release Date: 1987-07-02
Episode 54 - July 7, 1987Release Date: 1987-07-07
Episode 55 - July 9, 1987Release Date: 1987-07-09
Episode 56 - July 14, 1987Release Date: 1987-07-14
Episode 57 - July 16, 1987Release Date: 1987-07-16
Episode 58 - July 21, 1987Release Date: 1987-07-21
Episode 59 - July 23, 1987Release Date: 1987-07-23
Episode 60 - July 28, 1987Release Date: 1987-07-28
Episode 61 - July 30, 1987Release Date: 1987-07-30
Episode 62 - August 4, 1987Release Date: 1987-08-04
Episode 63 - August 6, 1987Release Date: 1987-08-06
Episode 64 - August 11, 1987Release Date: 1987-08-11
Episode 65 - August 13, 1987Release Date: 1987-08-13
Episode 66 - August 18, 1987Release Date: 1987-08-18
Episode 67 - August 20, 1987Release Date: 1987-08-20
Episode 68 - August 25, 1987Release Date: 1987-08-25
Episode 69 - August 27, 1987Release Date: 1987-08-27
Episode 70 - September 1, 1987Release Date: 1987-09-01
Episode 71 - September 3, 1987Release Date: 1987-09-03
Episode 72 - September 8, 1987Release Date: 1987-09-08
Episode 73 - September 10, 1987Release Date: 1987-09-10
Episode 74 - September 15, 1987Release Date: 1987-09-15
Episode 75 - September 17, 1987Release Date: 1987-09-17
Episode 76 - September 22, 1987Release Date: 1987-09-22
Episode 77 - September 24, 1987Release Date: 1987-09-24
Episode 78 - September 29, 1987Release Date: 1987-09-29
Episode 79 - October 1, 1987Release Date: 1987-10-01
Episode 80 - October 6, 1987Release Date: 1987-10-06
Episode 81 - October 8, 1987Release Date: 1987-10-08
Episode 82 - October 13, 1987Release Date: 1987-10-13
Episode 83 - October 15, 1987Release Date: 1987-10-15
Episode 84 - October 20, 1987Release Date: 1987-10-20
Episode 85 - October 22, 1987Release Date: 1987-10-22
Episode 86 - October 27, 1987Release Date: 1987-10-27
Episode 87 - October 29, 1987Release Date: 1987-10-29
Episode 88 - November 3, 1987Release Date: 1987-11-03
Episode 89 - November 5, 1987Release Date: 1987-11-05
Episode 90 - November 10, 1987Release Date: 1987-11-10
Episode 91 - November 12, 1987Release Date: 1987-11-12
Episode 92 - November 17, 1987Release Date: 1987-11-17
Episode 93 - November 19, 1987Release Date: 1987-11-19
Episode 94 - November 24, 1987Release Date: 1987-11-24
Episode 95 - November 26, 1987Release Date: 1987-11-26
Episode 96 - December 1, 1987Release Date: 1987-12-01
Episode 97 - December 3, 1987Release Date: 1987-12-03
Episode 98 - December 8, 1987Release Date: 1987-12-08
Episode 99 - December 10, 1987Release Date: 1987-12-10
Episode 100 - December 15, 1987Release Date: 1987-12-15
Episode 101 - December 17, 1987Release Date: 1987-12-17
Episode 102 - December 22, 1987Release Date: 1987-12-22
Episode 103 - December 24, 1987Release Date: 1987-12-24
Episode 104 - December 25, 1987Release Date: 1987-12-25
Episode 105 - December 29, 1987Release Date: 1987-12-29
Episode 106 - December 31, 1987 (Episode 1)Release Date: 1987-12-31
Episode 107 - December 31, 1987 (Episode 2)Release Date: 1987-12-31