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The outcomes of the Study are manyfold. Highlighted should be the process of trust and confidence building between all involved which developed gradually from the first seminar meetings on. This allowed for open discussions, required to develop a mutual good understanding of the higher education systems in China and Europe. The learning visit of a delegation of six Chinese experts to three European universities contributed significantly to this.
The five outcomes agreed in the final outline were met by the study. The first of these was the establishment of 3 disciplinary working groups of 5 universities, each with high prestige and profile in their respective academic fields. For each group a coordinating institution and academic leader was appointed.
The second outcome was the development and implementation of the survey among four stakeholder groups: employers, graduates, students and academic staff. The outcomes met the minimum standards. They proved of crucial importance for the development of the conceptual frameworks or meta-profiles. The outcomes were presented and analysed in a lengthy paper of 60 pages carrying the provisional title An Analysis of the Generic and Subject Specific Competences in three Subject Areas based on the China-EU Tuning Joint Study Consultation.
The third outcome is three substantial reports containing a conceptual framework / meta-framework for each of the subject areas involved. The frameworks follow a fixed template. They offer a wealth of information about the Chinese educational system in general and about the three subject areas in particular. They also highlight the challenges ahead.
Intensive discussion and written information collected allowed for realizing the fourth outcome, a short paper identifying communalities and differences between European and Chinese HE systems to be based on the conceptual frameworks / meta-profiles prepared.
The material available forms the basis for meeting the fifth scheduled outcome, establishing connections between Chinese and European disciplinary networks and higher education institutions by linking the outcomes of the Tuning EU-China. Relevant European networks have been directly informed about the results.
The study also allowed for identifying weak elements in the present Chinese higher education system, namely the lack of a reliable credit system. This is particularly relevant for recognition of studies in an international perspective. It also became clear that the learning and teaching strategies applied are very traditional and input based. The Chinese experts themselves concluded that it would be very useful to study the development of a student workload and outcomes based credit system. Such a system could also serve as a means to reform and enhance degree programmes. To develop standards for the different cycles it is also thought advisable to study the possible development of a qualifications framework.
The scope of this study was limited. Although the three qualifications frameworks may have their impact, there are obvious limitations. The three disciplines only represent two sectors or domains of education, engineering and social sciences. The sectors not covered, that is the humanities, natural sciences and health care have their own features as we know from other studies. It would therefore be advisable to involve more subject areas / disciplines to cover the whole spectrum of higher education.
The results of the study have been published in the book Tuning Teaching and Learning Process in China.
It contains a Chinese and English language part and is meant to inform the Chinese higher education community. The book contains basic information about the Tuning approach, the consultation process as well as the three conceptual frameworks.


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The biggest thing I miss with the new Eclipse help for Domino Designer is the presence of a detailed index that includes all the classes, methods, properties etc that are contained in the various languages. I keep using the original NSF help because of this one feature. Being able to ...
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The Protest Fall 2013 Issue
Cameron Albert-Deitch's last issue as Editor-in-Chief of The Protest.
Cameron Albert-Deitch's last issue as Editor-in-Chief of The Protest.
Originally appeared in Immigrant Connect. UPDATE: Section 3 of the Defense of Marriage Act was declared unconstitutional by the Supreme Court on June 26, 2013. Same-sex married couples are now eligible for federal marriage benefits, including the ability to sponsor foreign spouses for citizenship.
A basic breakdown of the newly-introduced immigration reform bill heading to the Senate floor.
A glossary of potentially unfamiliar terms relating to same-sex immigration issues.
People are starting to play ultimate at increasingly younger ages. As a result, college players now are more experienced than college players were just ten years ago.
One of the crucial tenants of ultimate is the concept of Spirit of the Game, which allows self-officiating to actually work. With the impending arrival of referees as ultimate's popularity grows, will outside officiating destroy Spirit of the Game? Longtime coaches and co-authors of the book Essential Ultimate, Michael Baccarini and Tiina Booth, have differing opinions. Cameron Albert-Deitch // Medill
Northwestern film students produce a high volume of work each school year – up to 50 short films and at least a few TV shows. But until recently, there has never been a reality show or a show about music. Now, there's a new show that fills both voids called The Jam Sesh. Cameron Albert-Deitch // MEDILL


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International Trade
Táchira Governor advocates opening up border with Colombia
Lieutenant José Gregorio Vielma Mora, Governor of Táchira state on the frontier with Colombia, believes that the border with the neighboring country can be opened up now that the Oil Minister and PDVSA President Eulogio del Pino has announced that gas stations along the border will sell at international prices. "I believe it is already necessary, since the border should be open during daytime so that we can trade, as Colombia is our ally. Colombia is our natural market for high quality goods at a good price", he said. More in Spanish: (Ultimas Noticias, http://www.ultimasnoticias.com.ve/noticias/actualidad/economia/vielma-plantea-abrir-frontera-con-colombia.aspx#ixzz415KVRI1W)
Venezuela expects to earn US$ 7 billion from non-oil exports this year
Foreign Trade and Investment Minister Jesús Faría says out that by the end of the year, the government expects to earn a total of US$ 7 billion from non-traditional exports. (El Universal, http://www.eluniversal.com/economia/160224/venezuela-expects-to-earn-usd-7-billion-from-non-oil-exports)
Oil & Energy
PDVSA sells stock in joint ventures to raise capital, part of PETROMONAGAS goes to ROSNEFT
State oil company Petróleos de Venezuela (PDVSA) has launched a plan to raising financing by selling of its stock in joint ventures and lowering its stake in these companies, reports PETROGUIA, a publication specialized in industry affairs. It took the first step by selling US$ 500-million stock to Russia's ROSNEFT, which now has raised its stake in PETROMONAGAS (Anzoátegui state) from 16.67% to 40%, According to an industry source, PETROMONAGAS will now be free to sell oil directly instead of being controlled by the Trade and Supply office. The source says negotiations are underway with CHEVRON for an increase of their stake in PETROPIAR, from 30% to 40%; and for China's CNOC to increase their stake in SINOVENEZOLANA from 25% to 40%. More in Spanish: http://www.el-nacional.com/economia/Pdvsa-vende-acciones-empresas-mixtas_0_800319966.html)
PDVSA in talks with banks over debt refinancing
State oil company PDVSA is in talks with international banks over refinancing the company's debt, its president announced, as the country grapples with major bond payments amid an oil price rout. "If the conditions are favorable, of course we're interested," Eulogio Del Pino said about potential refinancing, adding the company was talking to international banks. Del Pino had previously said PDVSA was mulling a proposal to extend payment for bonds that mature in 2016 and 2017 until 2018 and 2019, when the company has a lighter load. Venezuela faces some US$ 10 billion in debt payments this year amid a tumble in oil prices and a brutal recession, leading to speculation of default. (Reuters, http://www.reuters.com/article/venezuela-pdvsa-bonds-idUSL2N1621MB; El Universal, http://www.eluniversal.com/economia/160224/venezuelas-pdvsa-in-talks-with-foreign-banks-over-debt-refinancing)
PDVSA says new military company to provide services
A recently-announced Venezuelan military company will provide services to state oil company PDVSA, especially in terms of security in the crime-ridden country, says the company's president. Some industry observers and opposition leaders had speculated the company, CAMIMPEG, was a potential mechanism to shield assets from being seized in the event of a debt default. But PDVSA president and Oil Minister Eulogio Del Pino said the company is designed to provide services and support in the country with the world's largest oil reserves. "It will help PDVSA in all the necessary areas. For instance, in border areas, we're going to increase our security, in operational issues where our soldiers are perfectly prepared," Del Pino told reporters. (Reuters, http://www.reuters.com/article/venezuela-pdvsa-military-idUSL2N1622DS)
Venezuela, GOLD RESERVE to settle arbitration dispute with joint venture
Venezuela and Canadian mining company GOLD RESERVE have signed a memorandum of understanding to settle a protracted arbitration dispute over a gold concession through creation of a joint venture here. The deal would see Venezuela and Gold Reserve, which were embroiled in a dispute over the termination of the company's Las Brisas gold concession in 2009, jointly exploit the Brisas and Las Cristinas mines, President Nicolas Maduro said. The deal's fine print was not immediately clear, although Venezuela said the deal would result in a US$ 2 billion-dollar loan for the crisis-hit country. GOLD RESERVE's president, Doug Belanger, told Reuters that Venezuela would likely use the mining property as collateral to obtain financing. The small Canadian miner will receive compensation as part of the deal, Belanger added, although declining to give estimates for compensation or investment. "We're in agreement to settle. We will be receiving a payment," Belanger said after the signing ceremony in Caracas, adding a final settlement was expected soon. GOLD RESERVE was awarded around US$ 750 million by the International Center for Settlement of Investment Disputes for the 2009 termination of its Las Brisas concession. Oil Minister Eulogio Del Pino said Gold Reserve would have a 45% stake in the joint venture, with the remaining 55% going to the state. "(This agreement) demonstrates this country's responsibility toward international investors," said Del Pino. (Reuters: http://www.reuters.com/article/us-venezuela-arbitration-idUSKCN0VY05Y)
Venezuela exhibits mining potential to domestic and foreign companies
Nelson Merentes, President of the Central Bank, reports that a meeting has been held with local and foreign companies to present them the potential of development of projects in the Orinoco mining area, located in Bolívar state, south Venezuela. Merentes said the meeting was aimed at attracting domestic and foreign investment to boost the mining sector and a new economic model. He said that, in addition to exploitation and exploration, the global financial aspect was tackled "for the business itself" of secondary markets and other phases of mining. During these meetings, President Maduro claimed that Venezuela will soon be certified as holding the world's second largest gold reserves, holding 4,300 tons; and that agreements have been reached with two Chinese (CAMC Engineering CO. LTD, and the Yakuang Group), as well as one mining company from the Congo Republic, to explore for and mine gold, coltane, and diamonds, among other minerals, with investments of up to US$ 5 billion and a potential of generating some US$ 200 billion. The deal with Canada's GOLD RESERVE was announced during this same meeting. (El Universal, http://www.eluniversal.com/economia/160224/venezuela-exhibits-mining-potential-to-domestic-and-foreign-companies; and more in Spanish: El Universal, http://www.eluniversal.com/economia/160225/explotacion-minera-podria-generar-200-millardos; El Nacional, http://www.el-nacional.com/economia/mineria-presidente-Nicolas_Maduro-Venezuela-arco_minero_0_799720203.html; Ultimas Noticias, http://www.ultimasnoticias.com.ve/noticias/actualidad/economia/ejecutivo-firmo-decreto-para-certificacion-del-arc.aspx; AVN; http://www.avn.info.ve/contenido/decretada-zona-desarrollo-estrat%C3%A9gico-nacional-arco-minero-del-orinoco; http://www.avn.info.ve/contenido/estado-venezolano-suscribi%C3%B3-cuatro-acuerdos-para-impulsar-desarrollo-del-arco-minero; http://www.avn.info.ve/contenido/certificaci%C3%B3n-ubicar%C3%A1-venezuela-como-segundo-pa%C3%ADs-mayor-n%C3%BAmero-reservas-oro; http://www.ultimasnoticias.com.ve/noticias/actualidad/economia/eulogio-del-pino-hoy-es-el-punto-inicial-del-motor.aspx)
Some POLAR plants winding down, unions protest regime takeover threats
Supply scarcities have led to paralyzing the Polar cleaning products plant for the past six months, with no detergent production. It previously put out 6,500 tons of detergent each month, and 3,500 tons of soap. The report comes from plant labor leader Freddy Baldo, who says "we ask the government to free up FOREX so that we can import sodium sulfate from China or Spain so we can continue producing powder detergent". Roger Palacios, leader of the union at the Polar tuna plant in Sucre state reports a 680-ton cargo of tuna allowed for production to start up for seven days, but that they are only processing one production line and "could be producing 1500 tons of tuna". Over 250 leaders of around 24 POLAR unions nationwide joined to reject government threats of taking over the food and beverage conglomerate, which supplies many of the nation's staples. "We need the government to pay suppliers in order to preserve our jobs. We are 30,000 workers that strive to produce in this country". For his part, government party leader Captain Diosdado Cabello, a member of the National Assembly, again threatened the company saying "just try shutting down your plants, Mr. Mendoza, and see what happens". More in Spanish: (Ultimas Noticias, http://www.ultimasnoticias.com.ve/noticias/actualidad/economia/empresa-polar-planta-limpieza-tiene-6-meses-sin-pr.aspx#ixzz41Aqwo3jC; http://www.ultimasnoticias.com.ve/noticias/actualidad/politica/cabello-a-lorenzo-mendoza-paralice-sus-plantas-a-v.aspx#ixzz41AruLtMl; El Nacional; http://www.el-nacional.com/economia/Produccion-Empresas-Polar-paralizacion-insumos_0_799720135.htmlM; http://www.el-nacional.com/economia/Representantes-rechazaron-intervencion-Empresas-Polar_0_800319969.html; Notitarde, http://www.notitarde.com/Economia/Trabajadores-rechazan-posible-intervencion-a-Empresas-Polar/2016/02/25/894903/)
Economy & Finance
Venezuela can meet tomorrow's US$ 1.5 billion debt payment
Venezuela has resources to fully make a US$ 1.5 billion payments due tomorrow on its global 2016 bond, three sources close to government said, though maturities later in the year may be harder to meet. Reeling from recession and low oil prices, the nation paid US$ 10.5 billion of debt last year by reducing imports, withdrawing International Monetary Fund reserves, selling assets and engaging in gold swaps with foreign banks. To guarantee tomorrow's payment, President Nicolas Maduro's socialist government has squeezed imports further since December, despite shortages hurting his popularity. "The problem is not February," said one of the sources familiar with the government's economic strategy. (Reuters, http://www.reuters.com/article/venezuela-debt-idUSL2N1631PV)
Ramos Allup says: "The government has two options: Cut spending or more debt"
After hearing out the annual report delivered to the National Assembly by Executive Vice President Aristóbulo Istúriz, Assembly president Henry Ramos Allup said: "If at some time they set up an investment system that cannot be paid for bow, unnecessary spending must be cut". He says the government should evaluate its operations and that of the companies it took over, and adds that the food crisis is due to controls set up by the government: "When the government controls everything, solving problems depends on what steps it can take…No one can deny the government has raised salaries, but those increases have been eaten up by inflation". More in Spanish: (El Nacional, http://www.el-nacional.com/politica/Ramos-Allup-gobierno-opciones-endeudarse_0_799120276.html)
Central Bank prepares to issue new bills
Venezuela's Central Bank (BCV) is preparing to issue new 500- and 1,000-bolivar bills, equivalent to US$ 2.50 and US$ 5 at the highest official exchange rate of 200 bolivars per dollar, according to media reports. The largest current bill in circulation – 100 bolivars – is insufficient to keep up with the country's high inflation rate, the business daily El Mundo reported, citing BCV officials. The BCV reported last week that Venezuela's inflation rate hit 180.9% in 2015, the highest in the country's history and well above the previous record of 103% registered in 1996. (Latin American Herald Tribune, http://www.laht.com/article.asp?ArticleId=2406307&CategoryId=10717)
58,000 shops shut down during 2015
Zulia state business leader Gilberto Gudiño reports that - based on data from the National Statistics Institute – 58,000 shops closed down nationwide. "The numbers could be more dramatic, the truth is the country is doing away with companies", he said – and added "fewer than 300,000 companies are barely surviving, and in this context 58,000 is a very important number." More in Spanish: (El Mundo, http://www.elmundo.com.ve/noticias/economia/empresas/reportan-que-58-000-comercios-cerraron-en-2015.aspx#ixzz415ISHkjH)
Politics and International Affairs
Maduro dooms himself with tepid reforms
With Latin America's most troubled economy heading toward default, there was hope that President Nicolas Maduro might discard half-measures and pull his country back from the edge. Instead, last week he announced policy changes that amounted to an optical illusion. To wit, although he raised the price of the world's cheapest gas by as much as 6,000% (for high octane fuel), he kept the price fixed -- and thanks to government subsidies Venezuelans can still fill up for a world-beating four cents to the gallon. He simplified the confounding, multi-tiered exchange rate system and devalued the bloated national currency, but by not nearly enough: On the street a greenback costs 1,000 bolivars, at least five times the official government rate. So much for Nobel Peace Prize laureate Oscar Arias's warning from the floor of the National Assembly last week that "it's not possible to overcome the crisis by deepening the current model, only by abandoning it." (Bloomberg, http://www.bloombergview.com/articles/2016-02-24/venezuela-s-maduro-dooms-himself-with-tepid-reforms)
Legislature investigates allocation of US$ 230 billion by FOREX authorities
The National Assembly's Control Committee will investigate US$ 230 billion allocations by CADIVI and CENCOEX from 2003 to 2014, as it is not publicly known exactly who received this currency, allegedly allocated for food and medicine imports. Congressman Ismael Garcia says that, for example, "during the time General Guiseppe Joffreda, was president of CORPOVEX, funds were allocated through the SICAD I and SICAD II systems, 8'% of which went to public agencies: BARIVEN, CVG International, VESINCA, SUVINCA, CASA and AGROPATRIA, and supplies were not guaranteed", he said. He also referred to 116,808 tons of food bought by PDVAL in 2009, which were incinerated, with no one investigated. More in Spanish: (Notitarde; http://www.notitarde.com/Economia/Contraloria-investigara-liquidacion-de-230-mil-millones-por-Cadivi-/2016/02/24/894940/; El Nacional, http://www.el-nacional.com/politica/Investigaran-perdida-millardos-importaciones_0_800319962.html)
Maduro seeks Obama conciliatory gesture
Media here is highlighting statements by President Nicolas Maduro, who has asked his counterpart Barack Obama to repeal the decree of sanctions in force since 2015 against the country. "I hope President Obama will reject the sanctions decree against Venezuela and receive the credentials to Maximilien Arbelaiz so that he can show his goodwill towards Venezuela", Maduro said. On March 9, 2015, the head of the White House signed a decree to punish seven Venezuelan government officials for alleged human rights violations, which means the freezing of assets and a ban on entry into the United States. The decree, which described the situation in Venezuela as a threat to the United States, sparked outrage in the socialist government, and prompted an international campaign of signatures calling for its repeal. "Receiving the credentials would be a simple gesture (...) We need to talk, understand and respect each other", added Maduro. (Prensa Latina: http://www.plenglish.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=4641561&Itemid=1)
Special UN committee to visit Venezuela over Guyana border dispute
A special committee of the United Nations (UN) will visit Venezuela in the upcoming days to learn the truth about "Venezuela's legitimate claim" over the Essequibo disputed territory, says Foreign Minister Delcy Rodríguez. (El Universal, http://www.eluniversal.com/nacional-y-politica/160224/special-un-committee-to-visit-venezuela)


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Author: Suzanne Collins
Release Date: August 2010
Publisher: Scholastic, Inc.
Pages: 390
Target Age: Young Adult
Source: Borrowed from Jessica Secret
Summary: by Barnes & Noble:
Against all odds, Katniss Everdeen has survived the Hunger Games twice. But now that she's made it out of the bloody arena alive, she's still not safe. The Capitol is angry. The Capitol wants revenge. Who do they think should pay for the unrest? Katniss. And what's worse, President Snow has made it clear that no one else is safe either. Not Katniss's family, not her friends, not the people of District 12. Powerful and haunting, this thrilling final installment of Suzanne Collins's groundbreaking The Hunger Games trilogy promises to be one of the most talked about books of the year.


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I've been buying servers for years and I've experienced several types of purchases.
- The Cheap and Nasty
This is where you go out to your local computer shop and buy a no-name, unbranded "glorified PC" server. Luckily, this practice seems to have completely disappeared from medium and large size business but it still goes on in small shops. The thing to remember about this approach is that they end up costing you in the long run.
The best I can say about this approach is ... don't.
If you really have to go down this track, then don't buy a server. Spend the same money on a good "brand-name" PC with a decent warranty - at least 3 years on site, and 4 hour response time. Also, make sure that you have good backup software and that you backup often.
- The Enterprise Special
This is the exact opposite of the "cheap and nasty". You end up effectively paying $30,000 for what is essentially $10,000 worth of hardware. It's a favourite of upper/executive management and while it usually guarantees a good server, it comes at great cost. The good part about this is that you end up with great support and usually, future proofing. If you're in a larger business, then you really have no choice in the matter.
If you're in the process of buying a server this way, be prepared to be presented with a list of about 30 items because your vendor is likely to itemise everything, right down to the power cables. You can't take these lists at face value either and just say "well, that looks nice - ok, we'll take it".
A key point to remember is that these are salespeople, not technicians. They sell the hardware and although they often have "partners" who configure it, they really aren't as technical as general IT staff who do this sort of thing every day. Their item lists are often simply lists of every available option for your hardware rather than being a list of what is required for your current circumstances. For this reason it is absolutely critical to review the list.
I'm currently in the middle of such a purchase and in wading through my quotation, I've found the following;
- An extra processor (be wary of these, they increase software license costs)
- An extra NIC (not a problem but the server already has two onboard)
- Remote Support Adapter - only good if you intend to use it.
- Duplicate Service Packs (Warranties)
- Media Kits for Software I already have - I just need the license
(So far, an extra $2,247)
There are other extras of course, redundant power supplies and such, but some of these items are actually useful and should be retained.
- The Brand Name Runout
This is my favourite type of purchase. In this scenario, you either contact the manufacturer directly and/or fill out an order form on the internet. Alternatively, you go down to your local computer hardware shop and talk to them about the latest specials on brand-named server hardware. If you're pedantic about getting correctly matching hardware - ie: the right drives for the server etc, then you can get the best deals this way.
One key point. Never ever rely on the retailer to obtain hardware that is compatible - Always check it yourself. I learnt this the hard way once when I purchased a server with RAID card and drives. Not only did the drives not fit into the server (the were the wrong type) but there were five drives but only three drive bays in the server itself.
RAID Configurations
The whole reason why I started this post was to bring your attention to a nifty little online RAID calculation tool. I've strayed considerably from my objective. In any case, here's the link. This tool is useful because the amount of actual space you have varies considerably depending upon the type of RAID Configuration you have.
For example; If you have 6 x 100 GB drives, it doesn't follow that you'd have 600GB of space, unless you're using RAID 0. In fact, if you're using RAID 5, you'll have 499 GB and if you're using RAID 6, you'll only have 399 GB. It helps to have a play with the online tool before your order your drives.


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Kitties aren't supposed to live in walls.
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A dude with crazy hair was arrested after his ex-gf's body was found yesterday.
Gypsy Fest! Damn, it's in Serbia.
Oh how Twitter grew.
Abstinence education works so well it's being imported to China. They're gonna love it.
Young'uns won't even pick a political party.
Oh NIKE? Why must thee be so dickish?
This Mr. Potato Head rules!


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Ryan Reynolds Is Bestowed Hasty Pudding "Man of the Year" Award
At Farkas Hall in Cambridge (hall named for Andrew Farkas, http://www.andrewlfarkas.com/), Massachusetts last Friday Ryan Reynolds was the recipient of the annual Hasty Pudding award for "Man of the Year." The star of last year's "Deadpool" was very much in the right spirit for accepting his pudding pot. The Hasty Pudding Award ceremony is known for its lively comic atmosphere and Ryan definitely contributed to that. Giving a lap dance to a male attendee in drag, putting a Deadpool-themed bra over his black velvet tux and smashing an actual green lantern with a sledgehammer he was given proved he understood the tone of the festivities. The ceremony is basically a roast. Octavia Spencer received the "Woman of the Year" pot.
New York City's Finest Skyscrapers
The Empire State Building ESRT
Address: 350 Fifth Avenue, Manhattan
This is one of the most famous skyscrapers in the world. It took only 410 days to complete this Art Deco themed building. The architect was William F. Lamb. It remained the tallest building in the world from 1931 to 1970. There are observation decks open to the public. The highest point is 1,454 ft with 102 floors. This building has been featured in several films such as King Kong, An Affair to Remember, and Sleepless in Seattle with Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan.


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Anthony Transou
imo, the are of txt is confusing. somtims I lol but usu idk wu. wht abt u?
Translation: In my opinion, the acronym-rich environment of text messages is confusing. Sometimes I laugh out loud, but usually I don't know what's up. What about you?
Cell phones have made staying connected and getting information more convenient than ever. You can call for products or repairs from the field, tell your wife when you expect to get back to the house, stay in touch with your buddy across the county during the day, etc. But do you use your phone to text?
Although texting is usually considered the domain of teenagers and twenty-somethings, it can have advantages. Texting often cuts through small talk to get straight to your point, and it can be easier to reply when you have time, rather than grabbing a ringing phone.
But the lingo associated with texting is an art. Here are a few guidelines to write or translate texts:
· Use major consonants, but vowels may be optional
· Numbers and symbols (2, 4, ?) often replace words or parts of words
· Punctuation is often optional, even though that can create quite a bit of confusion
Do you text? If so, what shorthand do you use? What ag-specific acronyms do you use?
(Let me know. Talk to you later.)
lemeno. ttyl.


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Off to Mighty Tieton!
My work is going to Tieton!
I just got word that my two newest rings, Palm Ring and Oak Ring, were accepted into the 10x10x10xTieton show in Tieton, WA. Yay! They are going in the mail today!
This is the second year of this awesome exhibition, a "juried exhibition of art, craft, print and photography," hosted by the Mighty Tieton folks out in Eastern Washington. If you're not familiar with all the amazing stuff they're doing out there, check out their website here and have a look.
About a dozen independently owned artisan businesses have started or expanded over the last couple of years in Tieton, including a fine press and book bindery (Marquand, who I love), a printmaking studio and press, a goat cheese creamery and farm, a cidery and gift-fruit business, a kite production facility, book and wine warehousing and fulfillment, event spaces, rental cabins for short visits and longer residencies, and several artist's studios and workshops.
I'm excited about the exhibition and hope to make it out there for the opening reception. I'll post pictures if I do!
October 1, 2012 3:31 am
wow, I LOVE your jewels and couldn't to write a little post about it, hope you don't mind. here it is:http://1129designorecchinigioielli.blogspot.it/2012/10/gli-alberi-gioiello-di-sarah-hood.html
big "bravo" from italy! nicoletta


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|We will only keep people from fleeing the countryside into urban favelas, villas miseries, shantytowns and squatter villages when the productivity gap is closed between what brute labor on the soil can accomplish and what advanced technology makes possible today – and will make possible tomorrow.
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|The American middle class is shrinking and it's technology that's causing it. It's not all bad. The gains in efficiency begotten by automation have been great for productivity. And productivity means progress. It always has. Since the Industrial Revolution began around 1760, new technologies have been stealing jobs, and since 1760, people have responded by finding or inventing new jobs that contemporary technologies couldn't do.
|It's a good system — in the long term, everyone benefits from technological progress, and while the workers losing their jobs in the interim might feel a bit miffed, people have always found a way to bounce back into an ever-adapting economy. Besides, if machines can do something better than people can, it would be senseless to ignore such utility and hold back progress for fear of a few temporarily lost jobs.
|Unfortunately for today's average worker, finding or inventing a new job is harder than it once was. When economists look back, they see that it was around 1999 when something changed. Productivity kept going up, but where in the past median household income and employment per capita would have also hitched along, they instead diverged. Median household income is on a steep decline, employment isn't bouncing back strongly after the Great Recession, and a greater percentage of Americans now identify themselves as "lower class" than at any point in history.
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A wide variety of wood-working machine is available in the market. The functional capability of the machine depends upon the means by which it has been propelled by. Today, most of the machines are powered by electrical motors. Wood Working Machinery are designed to shape different types of work-piece. For an example Circular Saw Bench is are made cutting in line with the grain, whereas, Chisel Machine is used for carving out small pieces of wood. Some of the Wood Working Machines are installed with the multiple designs of chisel such as Flooring Chisel, Mortise Chisel, and Carving Chisel with a V-groove. Skew Chisel is used for trimming and finishing.
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I've lost weight on Weight Watchers in the past. Over the holidays, I noticed my jeans have gotten a little bit tighter. It might have been from all the Cherry Chocolate Cookies I baked. Anyhoodles, I knew I need to do something because frankly I don't want to spend money on new jeans. I would much rather spend that money on books.
Last Monday, I started over on Weight Watchers. I'm happy to report I lost 2.2 pounds in the last week. I must confess I didn't stay in my points range everyday, but I definitely ate better than when I wasn't following a plan. My day job makes it difficult to eat right on the days I work. I'm trying to get better with what I eat those days. It ain't easy.
The Weight Watchers app for my iPhone and iPad helped me to keep track of my points. Also, I've tried the new Weight Watchers Scanner app that will scan the barcode number on many products and tell me the Points Plus values, which has been very convenient for me. These apps make it much easier to stay on track.
I've also discovered that having fresh fruits and vegetables in the house help me to not feel hungry because I can eat all of them I want. They have 0 Points Plus values. Plus, all the added nutrients from them. I do feel better when I eat better.
Last week, I managed to get on the treadmill three times. I would like to do more. Gradually, I plan to increase the amount of exercise each week.
I bought a book as my reward at the end of the week. I told myself if I could put in my points everyday (no matter how much over I went) and exercised at least three times, I could buy a book. The book was Sweet Stuff by Donna Kauffman. I wanted the book and liked that it is part of her Cupcake Club series.
These days so many of us are trying to lose some weight. I'll will try to post every week about my progress and what has worked for me. These posts will help me to be accountable. Life gets busy and it's far to easy to tell yourself that one treat or splurge on food will be fine this one time. Often that's what starts my eating to go towards the foods that aren't good for me.
I don't look at what I'm doing as a diet. I view it as a different way of eating. I can still have the things I want to eat. Now, I am more aware of the foods that make my jeans too tight and have it in moderation.
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Quad Rotor 1
Dual Rotor 1
That is all.
Pede 4x4 PE - Slash 4x4 PE
Miss Geico Boat
real name is husban x4
I've checked the specs on the Husban... Funny thing I find with advertised specs, if they mfr does not list something it usually means it is not there...
I find 6 Axis stabilization to be something really handy for people with my kind of flying skills.. I don't see this listed on the Husbon X4.. I also do not see the X4 husban to have 2 modes "Beginner" and "Expert" to help the learning curve...
Then there is that thing called Traxxas Customer Support and parts availability,, pretty sure this is where Traxxas is going to stand out...
Here's some interesting things about the QR-1
2.4GHz Multi-Mode Transmitter
Connected. That is how the new QR-1 feels thanks to the clarity and control of the Traxxas 2.4GHz Multi-Mode Transmitter. The dual-stick transmitter includes a full complement of tuning features and offers the unbeatable convenience of "no channels, no crystals" 2.4GHz technology—and that's just the beginning. Each time the transmitter and QR-1 are powered on, the transmitter automatically binds to the helicopter. Switching between Normal and Expert mode is as easy pressing the right control stick. A bright LED light provides information on the fly, indicating binding status and Normal or Expert mode. Trim adjustments are quick and easy thanks to the LCD screen and digital trim adjustment buttons.
LiPo-Power for Maximum Stick Time
To maximize flight time and fun, the QR-1 includes two 240mAh Power Cell LiPo battery packs. No need to recharge after you touch down, just swap batteries and lift off! Traxxas Power Cell batteries offer consistent power flight after flight, with low weight for high-performance flying. Battery installation is simple; just slide the battery into the rear of the body and plug in for instant airborne excitement.
Dual Charger Included!
The QR-1 is too much fun to wait long between flights, so a Dual Battery Charger is included. Just plug it into a powered USB port, plug the batteries into the charger, and you're on the way to the next take-off. LEDs keep you informed of the batteries' charge status for no-guess charging.
Exciting Aerobatics
QR-1's high thrust, low weight, and incredibly responsive controls allow you to perform amazing maneuvers with just a flick of the sticks. QR-1 aggressively snaps into forward and backward flips and barrel rolls with lightning speed. QR-1 can even make banked turns! QR-1 has the power and responsiveness to match your skills as you become a quad-rotor ace.
Six-Axis Stabilization
Sophisticated circuitry, piezoelectric gyros, and accelerometers give the QR-1 outstanding stability. Each time you power-on the QR-1, its smart software calibrates the model for stable flight. Take your hands off the sticks, and the QR-1 returns to a solid and steady hover.
Exclusive Helicopter Replacement Plan
The QR-1 is built for years of flying fun. Replacement parts are available to keep your QR-1 airworthy, and like all Traxxas products, the QR-1 is backed by our award-winning service and support. The QR-1 is also included in our exclusive Helicopter Replacement Plan.* You can trade in your QR-1 at any time, and in any condition, and purchase a new model (transmitter not included) for just half the list price of the ready-to-fly QR-1.
There is nothing posted like these details comparitively with the Husban x4
ME,, I may be partial, but I would also want to go with a company that understands RC's...
Last edited by Nitronaught; 11-10-2012 at 02:13 PM.
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United We Stand, Divided We Fall
I hope traxxas becomes king of the clouds, because i really would like a 400-500 size heli. And with this technology in the first two flight RC's. Any larger models would be epic.
The pennies are saved, the big chargers bought, A few months practice with the small scale. Easter 2013, I should be ready to take to the skies.
Google search trumps Wiki. Refer to user guide.
Nitronaught, just so you know the hubsan is advertised with6 axis stabilization and has a beginner and expert mode. It also comes with a 1s 240mah battery.
Also while I'm abug fan of traxxas, there's a huge difference in knowing rc ground vehicles, and making things fly. I'm not saying traxxas doesn't know how or anything just stating that there's a huge difference between cars and copters.
Last edited by Abyss; 11-10-2012 at 04:36 PM.
^^ on a traxxas forum your on shaky ground. Sometimes its better to just let sleeping dogs lay.
Alt-248 on the number pad = °
I think these kind of discussions are pretty useless until we can actually experience what the quality of the birds is and if, and how often, there is a need for Traxxas customer support.
I have a few little birds in the house here and I know there is no use to call customer support after I bumped into a wall and broke a wing. Just a matter of having enough spare parts.
Traxxas has an awesome record on customer service and their market share in the R/C car world didn't grow on water and sunlight. That is a nice base to start with.
Nobody is born with experience
Can we add the Husban name/word to the bad language list? I figure if you like a Husban heli then buy one and have fun on the Husban forum. I will be buying the Traxxas helis, since I know they have extensive testing and awesome support. I agree with Peter as stated above, wait until they are in our hands to make an educated decision.
Was an xl-5, now its vxl-ent!
But I think you missed my point totally..
1. Traxxas hasn't become who they are by putting out junk. At one point Traxxas didn't have brushless motors, programmable ESC's etc. I think today's battery and motor technology as well as gyro's and telemetry has opened doors into these markets.
2. I was speaking of Traxxas's "Track Record"... They lead in most markets which are basically RTR out of the box...
Sure, I'm sounding like a Traxxas "Fanboy"... But I can assure you my background goes way farther than Monster Trucks and Nitro's.. I have multiple mfr'd RC's mostly kits besides my 3 TMAXX's...
There are other companies that make quality RC's... Some have very goos service and support too... But in my book Traxxas leads...
So, as a beginner who has no lipo experience,,, knowing what I know about Traxxas.. Guess which one goes on my list...
I do wonder if it is a knock off, an OEM, or if it is really anything on the inside alike....
All Lives Matter
United We Stand, Divided We Fall
Now if the 2 are the same(which they do look very similar) what is stopping someone from buying a Hubsan and just using Traxxas replacement parts? I saw a Heli at a gas station for $40 which again looks exactly like the Hubsan. No doubt Traxxas has earned its name in the Rc and RTR market but that was with excellent In-House designed RC cars/trucks and boats. I hope these Helis do surpass he others on the market.
Simply the best. The beautiful Traxxas SRT and TCP


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If using fresh spinach, put the spinach with just the rinsing water clinging to the leaves in a saucepan over medium-high heat, cover, and cook until the spinach is bright green and wilted, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and drain well in a sieve, pressing the spinach with the back of a spoon to remove excess moisture. When the spinach is cool, chop it coarsely and set aside. If using frozen spinach, drain well, pressing out all excess moisture.
In a wide, heavy, shallow fry pan over medium heat, warm the 1?2 cup olive oil. Add the spinach and sauté until hot, about 2 minutes.
In a large bowl, beat the eggs until blended. Transfer the spinach to the bowl with the eggs and mix evenly. Season with salt and pepper. Reserve the pan with the remaining oil.
Return the pan containing the oil to medium heat. Gently pour the egg and spinach mixture into the pan and cook until the bottom of the omelette is golden, about 5 minutes (use a spatula to lift the edge of the omelette to check for doneness). Remove the pan from the heat. Invert a plate on top of the pan and carefully invert the pan and plate together. Lift off the pan, letting the omelette fall onto the plate. Slide the omelette back into the pan to brown the other side, about 3 minutes more. (If the egg mixture has stuck to the pan, brown the top under the broiler.)
In a cassola or flameproof ceramic baking dish over medium heat, warm the 2 Tbs. olive oil. Add the garlic and sauté until golden, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and add the flour. Return to the heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture is smooth and creamy, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the tomato puree, pimentón, hot water and salt. Cook, stirring, until the sauce is reduced slightly but not too thick, about 5 minutes.
Cut the omelette into 6 pieces and slide the pieces into the cassola with the sauce so that the sauce almost covers them. After 15 minutes of bubbling?what the Catalans call xup-xup?turn off the heat.
To make the picada, in a dry fry pan over high heat, toast the almonds until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a plate to cool. In the same pan over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add the bread and fry on both sides until crisp, about 2 minutes per side. Using a mortar and pestle, grind together the toasted almonds, fried bread and parsley.
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John 3 v 16-18:
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"For God so greatly loved and dearly prized the world that He [even] gave up His only begotten (unique) Son, so that whoever believes in (trustsin, clings to, relies on) Him shall not perish (come to destruction, be lost) but have eternal (everlasting) life. For God did not send his Son into the world in order to judge (to reject, to condemn, to pass sentence on) the world, but that the world might find salvation and be made safe and sound through Him. He who believes in Him [who clings to, trusts in, relies on Him] is not judged [he who trusts in Him never comes up for judgement; for him there is no rejection, no condemnation - he incurs no damnation]; but he who does not believe (cleave to, rely on, trust in Him) is judged already [he has already been convicted and has already received his sentence] because he has not believed in and trusted in the name of the only begotten Son of God. [He is condemned for refusing to let his trust rest in Christ's name.]"
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"This is how much God loved the world: He gave his Son, his one and only Son. And this is why: so that no one need be destroyed; by believing in him, anyone can have a whole and lasting life. God didn't go to all the trouble of sending his Son merely to point an accusing finger, telling the world how bad it was. He came to help, to put the world right again. Anyone who trusts in him is acquitted; anyone who refuses to trust him has long since been under the death sentence without knowing it. And why? Because of that person's failure to believe in the one-of-a-kind Son of God when introduced to him."
John 14 v 6
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"Jesus said to him, I am the Way and the Truth and the Life; No one comes to the Father except by (through) Me."
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"Jesus said, "I am the Road, also the Truth, also the Life. No one gets to the Father apart from me."
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Yoder Smokers YS640 Pellet Grill
If you are searching for a single grill to perform all of your outdoor cooking needs, the Yoder Smokers YS640 Pellet Smoker is the answer. Traditionally, pellet fired grills have been excellent at smoking and baking but could not create the focused heat at the grate to be considered a serious direct grill. Yoder Smokers has overcome this challenge with their YS Series of pellet cookers outfitted with their direct grilling package. When fit with this package, the grate temperature on the left side soars past the 700-degree mark and produces those coveted steakhouse quality grill marks, fast cooking times, intense caramelization, color and texture common to cooking over an open fire or gas fired grill.
The YS Pellet Cookers also offer superior quality and taste when used traditionally as a pellet fired smoker. With second-to-none build craftsmanship, the YS Pellet Cookers help to produce the flavor that only wood fires can produce, all with the ease of "set it and forget it" operation.
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Empire Cartoonist's Sketchbook
- The Empire Cartoonist's Sketchbook is a specially renamed book that was created as a first place prize for the 2014 Empire Comic Strip Contest. This was awarded to Lewi_lee_smith, who won because they submitted the best comic strip. Due to its name and lore, the sketchbook is a very unique item.Empire Cartoonist's SketchbookType: Misc
Released: September 1st, 2014
Update: Event Item
Obtained by: Winning the 2014 Comic Strip Contest
Lore: Winner of the 2014 Comic Strip Contest
EMC has a variety of custom-coded items for many uses.
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More great information to keep us authors/writers on our toes and help us to write strong.
Pacing is a crucial component of fiction writing. After all, it's important to keep your readers "hooked" throughout your story. Whether you are just getting started in writing or looking to break into fiction writing, you'll need to know the basics of how to pace a novel. Read today's tip of the day from Crafting Novels & Short Stories. In this excerpt written by Jessica Page Morrell, she explains what pacing is and seven ways to keep your story moving at the right pace.
What is Pacing in Fiction?
Pacing is a tool that controls the speed and rhythm at which a story is told, and the readers are pulled through the events. It refers to how fast or slow events in a piece unfold and how much time elapses in a scene or story. Pacing can also be used to show characters aging and the effects of time on…
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Builders at Factoria Naval de Marin in Spain, have began the construction of a 59 meter project to be delivered next year. The Marin 5900, project Y0102, is a steel and aluminium superyacht designed by Acubens and Factoria Naval Marin.
The Marin 5900 will have a large main deck owner's master cabin, two VIP cabins, two double cabins, two single cabins, and a single staff cabin. Powered by twin Caterpillar 3516BHD Series II 2000 diesels, she will have a range of 5000 nm, and will cruise at 14 knots. Special features include a glass elevator, sauna and gym on the sundeck, as well as a large forward Jacuzzi surrounded by sunpads.
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The Once-ler tells the boy of his arrival in a beautiful valley containing a forest of Truffula trees and a range of animals. The Once-ler, having long searched for such a tree as the Truffula, chops one down and uses its silk-like foliage to knit a Thneed, an impossibly versatile garment. The Lorax, who "speaks for the trees" as they have no tongues, emerges from the stump of the Truffula and voices his disapproval both of the sacrifice of the tree and of the Thneed itself. However, the first other person to happen by purchases the Thneed for $3. 98, so the Once-ler is encouraged and starts a business making and selling Thneeds.
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Wednesday, July 20, 2011
Yoon Youn Sun 윤연선 - Wing of Peace 평화의 날개 (Korea, 1972)
"Yoon Youn Sun's beautiful, brooding vocals breathe hope where before there was despair; there are retro-'60s touches that are reminiscent of French yé-yé music of the François Hardy, France Gall type -- sultry, yet nurturing a languid innocence; this album by Yoon Youn Sun was released in Korea in 1972, which makes Yoon Youn Sun a contemporary of Kim Jung Mi, which is a good reference point; the record has several modes: there are duets with a male singer; the songs that groove the best (tracks 5 & 6) occur when the Farfisa organ gets involved; the second half of the record features complex arrangements (a few strings find their way into the mix)." (promotional)
Ethereal 1972 downer-folk outing from Korean chanteuse Yoon Youn Sun 윤연선. Sourced from the 2007 World Psychedelia reissue. This is one from the hard-drive archives, folks. Ripped at 160kbps before I knew a thing or two about bit rate. Sounds good to me!
Download: Yoon Youn Sun 윤연선 - Wing of Peace 평화의 날개 (Korea, 1972)
1 고별
2 어데로 가야하나
3 보내는 마음 가는 마음
4 님이 오는 소리
5 그리운 사람
6 내일부터
7 평화의 날개
8 시간 속에서
9 물망초
10 파란하늘
11 생각납니다
12 떠나기전에
6 comments:
- nicholab said...
oops, forgot the link for those first few minutes. fixed.
- July 20, 2011 at 11:30 AM
- Sean Turley said...
Any chance you'll be posting any other Korean psychedelic records? They are nearly impossible to track down.
- July 24, 2011 at 10:27 AM
- tripmaster said...
this is one of my favorites of this genre. truly a beautiful and soulful masterpiece of an album. definitely a shade darker than kim jung mi, which i absolutely love about this album and old korean ballads in general...so dark, tragic, and heavy...so fucking beautiful!
- July 31, 2011 at 4:57 AM
- Sooraj said...
the links are broken.. Could you please upload it again? may be in mediafire..
Thank you :)
I've been looking for this for a long time. I was looking for some good old korean songs.
- April 24, 2012 at 4:17 AM
i re-upped it here http://www.mediafire.com/?1vxw23y6332un7h because it was nowhere else to be found on the web. one of my favourite albums, ty nicholab
- May 12, 2012 at 8:05 PM
- Sooraj said...
thank you so much for the re-up! :)
do you happen to have any other albums of Yoon Youn Sun; or of other korean artists with similar sound?
I'd be forever indebted if you could upload them too; or point me to the links. I'm finding it really hard to get these old korean albums.
thanks :)
- May 26, 2012 at 4:54 AM


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When I'm in for a different kind of fun, I wander off into the dark alleys of the Red Light District. Hidden between the windows of pleasure there is a club. The Ton Ton Club. Now before you assume something I don't mean — The TonTon Club is a retro arcade hall filled with the coolest games of yesteryear and beyond! What is more fun than to bring a friend or loved one and beat them over and over in a game of Mario Kart, Airhockey or Mortal Kombat?! Nothing wrong with a little competition.
If you get tired from all the adrenaline-filled excitement you can catch your breath at the bar, eating a taco and drinking one of the locally brewed beers. TonTon club is very welcoming to anyone and everyone who likes to play — no experience needed. After all, aren't we secretly all just kids trapped in adult bodies?
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South Street Seaport Museum announces Winter 2017 session of miniMATES and launches the Winter 2017 Session of Open Play
The South Street Seaport Museum announces the Winter 2017 Session of its educational children's program miniMATES and launches its brand new Open Play program.
miniMATES, a program for children ages 18 months – 4 years, will be held at the South Street Seaport Museum on Mondays 9-10am, Thursdays 10-11am, and Thursdays 1-2pm, from January 9 – March 9, 2017. miniMATES is a seaport-themed activity program for young children and their caregivers. Each week, children will make new friends as they develop creativity, language, and fine motor skills through story-time, music, art projects, and sensory play activities. Tuition: $200 for 8 week session. Discounts are available: 10% off each additional child in family; $15 off total enrollment for SSSM family-level membership holders. For more information or to register, visit: https://southstreetseaportmuseum.org/education/minimates/.
Open Play, a program for children ages 18 months – 4 years, will be held in the miniMATES room at the South Street Seaport Museum on Mondays 10am-1pm, Wednesdays 2-5pm, Thursdays 2-5pm starting on January 4, 2017. During Open Play, families can stop by and use the South Street Seaport Museum's playroom, where children can enjoy our large space and many toys (including a sand sensory table and dramatic play boat), all while making friends in our seaport neighborhood! Caregiver must be present with child at all times. Tuition: Open Play Club Card (allows use of the space whenever open): $150 for the month of January ($120 for each additional child in family). Drop-in rates are also available: $25/day ($20/day for each additional child in family). The Museum accepts check or credit card (at Museum or over the phone) for program payment. Families must fill out a registration form before using the play-space. For more information or to register visit: https://southstreetseaportmuseum.org/education/minimates/.


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Exceptional #student property on modern residential development.
Only 15 minute walk from the Bill Bryson Library & Science Site, and 20 minutes from the City Centre, this impressive property comprises; Entrance Hallway with staircase to first floor, ground floor WC, Lounge, large Kitchen & Dining Room with range of appliances and separate Utility Room.
To the first floor, there are 4 bedrooms (3 doubles & 1 single), one with En Suite Shower Room and main Bathroom.
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Braid is one of those bands that I should really like. They're a staple of the late 90's/early 00's Chicago indie/emo scene. I like their mathy edge. I like their emo lyrics. I really like the guitar sound. I mean, I love a lot of bands from the same time and place, but somehow, Braid never inspired in me the passion that others feel for them. Now that they're back together, I thought I'd try out their new sound by buying this split with Balance & Composure.
The new Braid is a lot like the old Braid. They've smoothed out a lot like a fine whiskey after it has aged (is that how it works?) but the classic, unmistakeable Bob Nanna lilt still reminds me of Robert Smith as he starts words on the edge of falsetto. The guitar switches between a wonderful melody and an interesting slight dissonance during the choruses as the driving melodies takes us to cliff-like pauses in the bridge of Lux, their emo drinking song. "Let's get lit up. You don't really want to sit around and give up." floats over the dissonance and distortion and leaves this out of step emo kid wanting a bit more.
At first, I thought the second track Many Enemies was actually Balance & Composure and the tracks on the cover were labeled wrong. However, that signature guitar sound pierced my confusion about the vocals not sounding like Bob Nanna. Had he been singing, this might have been any track off of their seminal record Frame & Canvas with the tempo changes and layers of distortion under that soaring guitar melody. But whoever is singing isn't what I expected and it throws me off for this track.
Balance & Composure begin the B-side with a slice of U2 tremelo guitar intro and a lot of vocalists dueling. Okay, maybe just two vocalists doubling nearly every line, but still that's probably one too many. It sounds nice, though. It has that late 90's nasal emo vocals sound over a driving rhythmic and melodic soundtrack, like you should be listening to this in a vintage automobile while driving in the rain. The wipers don't quite work and the shadow of the raindrops on your face mask your real inner struggle. You really identify with the line "How'd I ever know that the secret is just waking up." Okay, I'll admit it, I like the end part where they repeat a minor change in that line a bunch, building the whole time and gently releasing the tension before the singer gets too ragged. I'm a sap, okay?
They follow up this emo build with a syncopated and arpeggiated melody humming under the overlapping vocals of two singer that sound exactly the same (or some heavy use of Pro Tools) as they squeeze the words out of the corners of their mouth, stretching them out to make sure you get the point of their metaphor and their torment. "I'm still where you left me." is a pretty and sad line. The excellent production actually takes a bit away from the passion here. The various layers seem too constructed rather than passionate. And then the abrupt end just comes out of nowhere.
Overall, this is a pretty good record. The Braid side has a solid first song for emo drinkers and Balance & Composure lay down two solidly created emo cuts. If you're into that sort of thing, this is the split for you.
A1: Lux Braid
A2: Many Enemies Braid
B1: You Can't Fix Me Balance & Composure
B2: Say Balance & Composure


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On leaving Lands End we decided to make a visit to The Minack Theatre, it was somewhere that had been recommended to us and I'm so glad it was.
The Minack Theatre is a theatre that has been built into the cliff side. It is a place of pure beauty, the backdrop to the stage was breathtaking.
This place was by far one of the highlights to our week in Cornwall. I would love to see a play here, especially in good weather.
The flowers amongst the rockeries were beautiful. You could tell that a lot of time and effort had been put in to keeping the place looking as good as it did. The weather was still misty and somewhat overcast but it didn't make any difference to our visit. That to me just goes to show how great a place is. It can look good in all weathers.
If you have not been and are ever in Cornwall I would highly recommend a visit. I'm sure you won't be disappointed.
~ Gem x


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