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So, I have always been a painted wood girl- particularly furniture painted white. But lately I am finding myself drawn to more stained wood tones! Not a room of all "wood"- but some two toned stuff and splashes of wood tones. I am particularly attracted to more "worn" wood tones....aka recycled wood! You can use old wood planks, pallets, wine boxes... and so much more. Use it on walls make new furniture and more!
Check these out these recycled woods! (All images via Pinterest)
My creative juices are flowing.... now if I just had the time to do a project! Until next time....xoxo

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Have you ever noticed a warning sign at a gas pump telling you to put way your cell phone? These warnings came about years ago because cell phones were thought to spark fires at gas stations. But in the present day, many of those same gas stations are now encouraging users to pay at the
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This week is sweet, lemony goodness and a doddle to make. We catered an event last week that had a lemon posset with ginger bread and had a glut of the lemon cream left over. So we mixed through some of the ginger biscuits and popped it in the freezer in a cake tin covered with clingfilm. Hey presto, 3 hours later we had a glorious lemon semifreddo with ginger …Read More
Jam Tarts
Perfect for afternoon tea or just a sweet pic me up, try making jam tarts- easy and delicious. We made these this week for an afternoon meeting and they were devoured. A very basic shortcrust will provide the perfect base, just add icing sugar will give you the twist on savoury shortcrust. For 12 tarts mix 125 g of flour and icing sugar with 75 g of cubed butter, add …Read More
Elderflower & Lemon Drizzle Cake
This cake was made for our Events Manager for his birthday. Unfortunately the staff ate it once it was ready to go. It's pretty darn good and very simple. We ended up buying him a cupcake. It wasn't as good as the cake. For the cake 375 g of soft butter 600 g of caster sugar 5 eggs 375 g of self raising flour zest of 3 lemons and the …Read More
Savoury Muffins & Scones
Scone recipes date back on these here Isles for over 500 years, so our savoury scone recipe isn't too far of the mark when it comes to recipes being around when Smock Alley opened. Instead of clotted cream and jam (yum by the way) we're doing one with sour cream and chutney. A wee twist. Brie and walnuts really give these scones a flavour injection- you can add them on …Read More


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Essential French Verbs: Teach Yourself / Digital original - eBook
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Publication Date: 2010
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Essential French Verbs is the course for you if you need help with your study of French. This fully revised edition of our best-selling course now comes with free downloadable audio support containing hints on how to learn verbs effectively.
The aim of this book is to help you improve your command of French by focusing on one aspect of language learning that invariably causes difficulties - verbs and the way they behave.
Whether you are a complete beginner or a relatively advanced learner, you can consult the book when you need to know the form of a verb quickly.
The introductory section gives you a complete overview of French verbs and how they work in the various tenses.
Essential French Verbs contains:
- full coverage of the main tenses for 200 frequently used French verbs arranged alphabetically for quick and easy reference
- examples of the verbs in everyday use, with colloquial expressions and words sharing the same origin
- a French-English verb list of approximately 3000 verbs with details of the patterns they follow
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Christmas with the Dead, to be released some time in the future. His latest novel, Edge of Dark Water, is crime fiction with a twist. Said to be reminiscent of Mark Twain, the book has been met with high praise from critics everywhere. Joe's work also appears alongside Jack Ketchum, Wrath James White, F. Paul Wilson, Laird Barron, and others in the non-themed anthology, Horror For Good, by Cutting Block Press, with proceeds from sales going to amfar.org (The Foundation for Aids Research.)
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I've pretty much have been up to the same thing. Writing, teaching martial arts, and traveling a lot, promoting Edge of Dark Water.
What led you to write Edge of Dark Water?
It's hard to say exactly. Sometimes I'll have an idea that's been with me a long time, and suddenly it gets written. Now and again, this is primarily with short stories, I'll write a piece of it, not have time to finish it, and will go back to it off and on until it's written. That isn't common, but it does happen, and maybe a little more these days than before. I've done that with a couple of novels, as well. But this one, I got up one morning and it seemed to be laying there, so I picked it up and brushed it off. Or rather, wrote it. It seemed to write itself.
How do you feel about your work being compared to Mark Twain? Did you intend for that to happen or is just a coincidence? Are you a fan of the work and the man?
I love Twain, but I prefer not to be compared to anyone. That said, there are nods to Twain here, and it's only natural it should be mentioned. Also nods to The Odyssey, Jason and the Argonauts, and a number of other writers. But no doubt Twain is a big influence on this novel, and frankly, on a lot of my work.
Are you surprised that the book has been met which such positive reviews and such by the media?
I've been fortunate in the past to have a pretty good run of good reviews, but this one has been amazing. It's also helped that Mulholland got it out there to be reviewed and pushed it because they had faith in it. Most publishers are of the sink or swim school, and even a good novel can get lost in the masses that way. Mulholland has made a hard effort. I'm hoping it pays off. I love this book.
It has been called your best work to date. Do you agree with that?
I do. I may feel different six months from now, but right now it is my favorite. Before Edge it was a toss up between The Bottoms and A Fine Dark Line. Before those books, it was The Magic Wagon , one of my "lost" novels.
What about Christmas with the Dead? Do you know when it might be released?
I finally, with the family, saw a near final version of the film the other day, and for the money, and considering what we were trying to do, I'm so damn pleased. The director, Terrill Lee Lankford did a great job, as did the screenwriter, my son, Keith, and everyone in it, from the stars Damian Maffei and Brad Maule, to the supporting actors, Kasey Lansdale and Adam Coats and so on did fine. It looks good too. The DP, Bil Arscott did a wonderful job. And he spells it with one "l." So, it was a good experience. I plan to repeat it, perhaps with a more ambitious picture. I've also thought about an anthology film.
As someone who has a very close knit family. What do you think the key is to having a good relationship with those who matter most?
Loving them.Respect. Knowing they are more important than yourself.
Speaking of Christmas with the Dead, just out of curiosity how is Bosco the Bear doing these days? Have you heard any updates in regards to that?
Once the movie was properly cut, the bear was pretty happy. So, his mood has changed. Glad to see it. He got a lot more screen time.
What do you think you would be doing if you hadn't of became a writer?
I would have done martial arts, which I already do. I think I might well have become a teacher at a university. Actually, I do teach at a University, but only one semester a year as Writer in Residence at Stephen F. Austin State University. But I never got the degree. I can't really imagine doing anything else other than what I'm doing. Lately, I've had some interest in directing films, and maybe I would have done that. But it's hard to imagine being anything other than a writer.
You also help other writers along the way when times are tight it seems. Do you think it is important to help others when given the opportunity?
When you can, not always when you're asked. Sometimes you can't do it, and sometimes the writers need to dig their own way out. But I do believe you have to help others, and care about others, and do what you can, within reason, to help others. Not be a martyr, but be someone with a heart. Why I vote Democrat, I guess. Not a big believer in this every person for themselves, because sometimes things are beyond your powers. Age, poverty, sickness. You don't get to choose.
You are also an avid animal lover. Is that something you acquired at an early age? What are your feelings on the role of humans in caring for the animals?
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What are you feelings about aging?
In some ways getting older is great. Wiser. More experience. Less concerns about the little things. But then again, it isn't the same for everyone else. The worse part about getting older is getting older; closer to the finish line, and it's a race you don't have any choice about, and it's great, but all games in. That's the tough part about being older, realizing your time is getting less and you can't waste it.
Other than Edge of Dark Water, what projects are you most excited to bring your readers next?
All of them.


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Genetically modified crops are not just those that have been selectively bred, but they have had their DNA modified in some way as to make them more pest resistant and produce better yields. In many cases genes from other plants or even bacteria have been added to the DNA of a specific plant.
This process has caused great concern among some that question whether the plants with modified genes are safe for human consumption or if there may be any long-term effects from the continual eating of these plants. There have been numerous challenges to the use of genetically modified crops in the marketplace.
Companies such as Monsanto often control the patents on these genetically modified crops, but like pharmaceutical companies do on their name brand drugs. In 2011, the genetically modified seed also known as biotech seeds business generated over $13 billion. Needless to say it has become a major player in the agricultural world, and these companies are starting to exert their influence in Washington DC.
Political Action Committees working on behalf of biotech seed companies have been making significant contributions to politicians in the last few years. According to one report, the contributions since 2009 have been:
7.5 million for current members of Congress
$372,000 to members of this Senate Appropriations Committee
$71,000 to Senator Roy Blunt (R-MO), and Appropriations Committee member received more than any other member, and the second-most received by any senator.
Monsanto alone has contributed $540,000 towards campaign funds. American Crystal Sugar reportedly has contributed $3.3 million. Other biotech companies contributing to PAC's include: Archer Daniels Midland, American Farm Bureau, Cargill, Minn-Dak Farmers Coop, National Cotton Council, Scott's Miracle-Gro, Southern Minnesota Beat Sugar Coop, and Syngenta Corp.
That influence is so great that in the newly passed 2013 Continuing Resolution, which funds the federal government through the end of September, there contained a rider to protect companies like Monsanto. The rider known as the Monsanto Rider protects all genetically modified crops from any court order issued against their use. In other words if legal challenge to the safety of the use of any biotech seeds were to be raised in court, companies like Monsanto would be automatically issued a permit from the USDA allowing them to continue selling, cultivating, and planting the genetically modified crops in question.
Basically that means there is nothing that can legally be done to stop the biotech companies from producing, cultivating, and selling genetically modified crops that could be harmful to humans.
The rider was snuck into the budget bill by Senator Barbara Mikulski (D-MD), Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee. Normal procedure would dictate that such a rider would go through the Agriculture and or Judiciary Committees, but that did not happen in this case. Andrew Kimbrell, Executive Director of the Center for Food Safety commented about Mikulski's actions, stating:
"In this hidden backroom deal, Senator Mikulski turned her back on the consumer, environmental, and fire protection in favor of corporate welfare for biotech companies such as Monsanto. This abuse of power is not the kind of leadership the public has come to expect from Senator Mikulski or the Democratic Majority in the Senate."
With so much problem of obesity, diabetes, cancer, and heart disease, being linked to poor diets, Americans are urged to eat more fruits and vegetables every day. Are those fruits and vegetables really safe to eat? Are they the products of genetic modification of the plant DNA? Could there be any long-term effects from the daily eating of genetically modified foods?
These are questions you need to ask yourself, because even if proven harmful they are now protected by federal law and will continue to be planted harvested, and sold to consumers like you and me. Welcome to the world of biotech foods. Eat at your own risk!


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A material designed to control the temperature of artificial turf will be added to a new athletic field being constructed at Riverhead High School.
A material designed to control the temperature of artificial turf will be added to a new athletic field being constructed at Riverhead High School.
Construction is underway to install a crumb rubber turf field at Riverhead High School.
The turf field at Shoreham-Wading River High School won't be finished until February.
The Shoreham-Wading River school board is holding off on making changes to the district's bond project that would pay for the installation of an irrigation system — which could potentially cost more than $100,000 — into the new turf field.
The big reason? That price tag.
Riverhead school district voters will head to the polls Tuesday to vote on a budget that carries a 3.94 percent tax levy increase over last year. In addition, a series of propositions are on the ballot that would move the district's outdated transportation facility to a new location in Calverton, call for a new turf field by borrowing $1.2 million, and create a new $5 million reserve account. (more…)
The architect who designed the Riverhead School District's capital improvement bond project gave a presentation Tuesday outlining a new proposal to install a turf field at the high school.
A group of about 15 parents asked Riverhead Town's recreation advisory committee to build a multi-purpose artificial turf field for lacrosse, soccer and football at the EPCAL site in Calverton. (more…)


text: Cape Town - Duane Vermeulen has joined up with the Springbok squad in Paris ahead of this weekend's Test against France. Having been overlooked in the initial end-of-year squad, the Toulon-based No 8 returned to South Africa last week, but after Saturday's disappointing loss to Ireland and injuries to prop Coenie Oosthuizen and forward Pieter-Steph du Toit, he has now been called up to the national squad. READ: Vermeulen called up to Bok squadThe Springboks posted an image of Vermeulen at training on Tuesday and he is expected to go straight into the starting line-up when Allister Coetzee names his side on Thursday. Vermeulen has played 37 Test matches for the Boks, the last of which came in June 2016 against Ireland. His inclusion for Saturday's Test would likely see Francois Louw move back to flank with Siya Kolisi completing the loose trio. The match will kick-off at 21:45 (SA time). Duane Vermeulen got straight into at the #Springbok scrum session at the Stade du Saut du Loup after joining the squad in the French capital. #FRAvRSA pic.twitter.com/URzewVMvrF— South African Rugby (@Springboks) November 14, 2017


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We demonstrate the in vivo reconstruction of all fluorescence resonance energy transfer (FRET) parameters, including the nanometer donor–acceptor distance, in a mouse. The FRET chemical targets cancer cells, and on internalization, the acceptor is released, in lieu of a targeted anticancer drug in chemotherapy. Our method provides a new vehicle for studying disease by imaging FRET parameters in deep tissue.
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text: Insight & Focus CDs Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Do I need any special equipment to listen to the Focus and Insight audio technology? Can I play the CDs on my MP3 player instead of playing them in my stereo or portable CD player? How does the Focus and Insight audio technology work? Can I listen to the CDs while I do other things? Will I hear the binaural tones? Why do you use the sound of rain on the CDs? Frequently Asked Questions about the Insight CD How often should I listen to the Insight CD? Can I listen to the Insight CD while I sleep? What happens if I fall asleep while listening to the Insight CD? Can I still continue my current or traditional meditation practices while using the Insight CD? When is the best time of day to listen to the Insight CD? I have trouble "clearing my mind". Will stray thoughts interfere with listening to the Insight CD? What should I do or think about while listening to the Insight CD? How long before I begin to notice any effects from using the Insight CD? Frequently Asked Questions about the Focus 2-Disc Set When should I use the 22-minute track titled Envision on Disc 2? How often can I listen to the Focus CDs? Are the Focus CDs effective in treateing adults or children with ADD or ADHD? Q: Do I need any special equipment to listen to the Focus and Insight audio technology? A: The CDs must be listened to using stereo headphones in order for the technology to have an effect, but any stereo headphones with a frequency range of 20Hz--18,000Hz or better will work just fine. If you do not already own headphones, most inexpensive headphones (under $15/pair) can reproduce a range of 20Hz--20,000Hz or better, so you will not need to purchase expensive headphones in order for the audio technology to be effective. Inexpensive headphones capable of handling a broad range are available in large retail stores such as Best Buy or Wal-Mart and through many online retailers such as Amazon.com. Q: Can I play the CDs on my MP3 player instead of playing them in my stereo or portable CD player? A: You can listen to the CDs through a stereo, a portable CD player, or through your computer's CD-ROM drive, as long as you are listening through stereo headphones. We don't recommend converting the CD tracks to MP3 files because the potential degrading of audio quality can reduce the effectiveness of the audio technology embedded in the CDs by clipping the higher and lower ends of the frequency range during the MP3 conversion process. If the low-range frequencies are clipped during the conversion process, the effectiveness of the binaural audio could potentially be reduced. Q: How does the Focus and Insight audio technology work? A: The Focus and Insight audio technology uses harmonically layered frequencies to create binaural beats, inducing specific brainwave states and patterns when listened to via stereo headphones. These brainwave states are conducive to higher consciousness, profoundly deep meditation, enhanced clarity and concentration, and improved cognitive functioning. Please click here if you would like to learn more about the science behind the technology. Q: Can I listen to the CDs while I do other things? A: The Focus CDs may be listened to while working, studying, reading, exercising, or while involved in any other activity requiring enhanced concentration, clarity, attention, focus, or creativity. The Insight CD should not be listened to while you are performing other tasks or doing other things because the deeply meditative effect will be diminished. We recommend you listen to the Insight CD while sitting in a comfortable chair with your eyes closed. If you prefer, you may listen while sitting on the floor in a more traditional meditation posture, but doing so is not required. You may also combine your use of the Insight CD with other meditation and visualization practices, or with a yoga, Qigong, or Tai Chi practice. You should never listen to the CDs while driving or operating machinery. Q: Will I hear the binaural tones? A: The tones used to create the binaural beats are set at a level just below the sound of the rain. Many people do not hear the tones, but on occasion you might hear the slightest vibration or a very soft sound. You should not increase the volume on your CD player. Instead, keep the volume at a comfortable setting where the sound of the rain is soothing and not too loud. In most cases, a better effect is achieved by keeping the volume set at a soft and soothing level rather than by turning up the volume. Q: Why do you use the sound of rain on the CDs? A: The sounds of rain are used to mask the sound of the binaural tones and to provide the most pleasant listening experience possible. In addition, it has been proven that masking the binaural tones with a form of white noise such as rain enhances the effectiveness of the tones. Please see our Sound Sample page for more details. Our recordings use the sounds of natural rain recorded live in various locations. The sounds of rain are soothing and appeal to nearly every listener, while using a specific genre of music might cause the CDs to be appealing only to a small group of listeners who enjoy that particular style of music. On the Insight CD, the sounds of rain are also specifically arranged to enhance the listening experience by deepening the meditation even further. On the Focus CDs, the sounds of rain are arranged to heighten levels of focus and concentration without acting as a distraction for the listener. Frequently Asked Questions about the Insight CD Q: How often should I listen to the Insight CD? A: You may listen to the Insight CD more often than the suggested 24-minute minimum session, but listening should be limited to no more than two-and-a-half hours per day. Listening for more than the maximum recommended time of two-and-a-half hours per day could potentially cause the listener to feel overwhelmed. The CD is composed of three separate tracks. Each track is 24 minutes long. You have the option of listening to only Track 1 (called Journey) each day, for a 24-minute listening experience, or listening to multiple tracks combined, for a longer listening experience. During each listening session, you should always listen to Track 1, Journey, first. The Journey track guides your mind into a deeply relaxed meditative state. Track 2, called Exploration, and Track 3, called Insight, both begin in a deeply meditative frequency range and therefore should only be listened to after you have listened to Track 1 completely. You should never listen to Track 2 or Track 3 alone, since the effect will be diminished. You may use Track 1 on its own, or mix and match tracks for a longer listening session. Possible track combinations would be: When using two tracks in a single listening session: Track 1+ Track 2 (best combination for evening) Track 1 + Track 3 (best combination for morning) When using three or more tracks in a single listening session: Track 1 + Track 2 + Track 3 Track 1 + (Track 2 played up to 5 times consecutively) Track 1 + (Track 2 played up to 4 times consecutively) + Track 3 Q: Can I listen to the Insight CD while I sleep? A: You may listen to the Insight CD while awake, for relaxation or incredibly deep meditation and exploration of consciousness, or listen while drifting off to sleep at night, for dream exploration or simply a more refreshing night's sleep. The long-term benefits of listening to the Insight CD will be more evident if the CD is used while you are awake and relaxing. If desired, you may listen to the CD while awake and relaxing at an earlier point during the day, then play the CD while drifting off to sleep as an added listening session, but we recommend that your primary listening session take place while awake and sitting or reclining comfortably. Q: What happens if I fall asleep while listening to the Insight CD? A: When you initially begin using the Insight CD, it is very likely you may fall asleep while listening, even if sitting upright in a comfortable chair or on the floor. This is a normal occurrence and is a result of the audio technology taking your mind and body into a profoundly deep state of relaxation. Over time, you will begin to reach a point where you are able to remain awake throughout the listening session if you choose. When listening while awake, the ultimate goal is to ease the physical body into a deeply relaxed state of near-sleep while the mind or consciousness remains awake. Q: Can I still continue my current or traditional meditation practices while using the Insight CD? A: The Insight CD may be used in conjunction with almost any other meditation or personal growth strategy you may already be using, including yoga, Qigong, Transcendental Meditation, and even techniques such as Wayne Dyer's Manifest Your Destiny meditation practice. The Insight CD blends well with almost every meditation or personal growth program or technique. In fact, our Tips & Techniques section provides information and suggestions for other techniques you can combine with your listening session to enhance the experience. Q: When is the best time of day to listen to the Insight CD? A: The best approach is to get yourself into the habit of listening daily. Select a time of day that is convenient for your personal schedule, then make a point of listening once per day for at least the minimum 24-minute session. You may listen to the Insight CD while awake, for relaxation and stress reduction, or for incredibly deep meditation and exploration of consciousness, or listen while drifting off to sleep at night, for dream exploration or deeply relaxing and refreshing sleep. Most listeners achieve the highest level of effectiveness when listening while awake. Q: I have trouble "clearing my mind". Will stray thoughts interfere with listening to the Insight CD? A: Stray thoughts won't interfere at all with your benefiting from the Insight CD. Often, the thoughts you experience while listening are the result of your mind trying to work through and resolve mental and emotional issues, similar to the process your mind goes through nightly while dreaming. Letting your mind wander while listening is sometimes the best approach to allow it to "find its way" to the solution it is searching for. At times, you may find your thoughts overflowing with creative ideas during your listening session. These are all completely normal and healthy occurrences. If you are interested in reading more information regarding how to focus your thoughts during your listening session, check out our Tips & Techniques section for some terrific ideas. Q: What should I do or think about while listening to the Insight CD? A: When you first begin using the Insight CD, the best answer to this question is to do nothing but sit back and relax. When listening while awake, the ultimate goal is to ease the body into a deeply relaxed meditative state while the mind or consciousness remains awake. Even when listening while awake, it is always best to sit comfortably in a dark or dimly lit room with your eyes closed throughout your listening session. Begin by focusing on your breathing, taking slow deep breaths while gently telling yourself to relax. This is often the best technique for easing yourself into your listening session. Aim for a relatively slow relaxing pace that is comfortable for you. Continue to focus on your breathing for at least two to three minutes. Once you feel relaxed, we recommend repeating a brief list of positive affirmations to yourself in your mind. The following affirmations have been used successfully by many of our participants: I am filled with energy and vitality. Success and prosperity flow to me. I am overflowing with creativity and new ideas. I open myself to higher consciousness. Q: How long before I begin to notice any effects from using the Insight CD? A: Often, the experience is a gradual one, with small changes becoming noticeable early and larger changes beginning to reveal themselves further along. Every individual is at a different stage in life and has different needs and goals, and therefore each individual is different and responds in their own way and at their own unique pace. Using other techniques to enhance your listening experience may also encourage results and benefits to manifest earlier. Please visit the Insight CD Techniques page of our web site for suggestions. Listening to more than just the minimum 24 minutes per day is recommended after the first 7-14 days of listening because it will decrease the timeframe in which effects begin to become noticeable to you, but we encourage listeners not to overdo it. Please be sure to keep your total daily listening time within the maximum recommended listening time of two-and-a-half hours per day. Frequently Asked Questions about the Focus 2-Disc Set Q: When should I use the 22-minute track titled Envision on Disc 2? A: The Envision track is intended to be used whenever a creativity boost is needed. Envision may also be used for quick problem-solving and brainstorming sessions in order to trigger creative and innovative solutions. Envision uses binaural audio in the Alpha and Theta ranges. Q: How often can I listen to the Focus CDs? A: You may listen to the Focus CDs as often as you like, whenever you desire enhanced concentration, attention, clarity and focus. Listening to the Focus CDs for several hours during the day will not have any adverse side effects. Q: Are the Focus CDs effective in treateing adults or children with ADD or ADHD? A: The Focus 2-Disc Set may be used by adults or children with ADD or ADHD to improve levels of concentration and clarity, offering a drug-free alternative to enhance attention and cognitive functioning. In the past two decades, several research studies have proven the effectiveness of binaural audio in increasing attention, improving concentration and focusing skills, and treating ADD. In 1991, at the annual meeting of the Association of Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback, Harold Russell, PH.D., presented research showing that Beta frequencies improved the cognitive functioning fo children with ADD. In addition, the results of a 1997 study conducted by the Departments of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Duke University Medical Center indicated binaural audio is effective in increasing cognitive performance. The study reported that "binaural auditory stimulation" can affect both the task performance and changes in mood associated with the task." (Lane, Kasian, Owens, Marsh; 1998, Binaural Auditory Beats Affect Vigilance, Performance, and Mood; Physiology & Behavior, Vol. 63, No. 2) I have a question about my order. 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Flirty with full coverage, this dress features cap sleeves, Mandarin collar and bodice detailing, side pockets and above knee full skirt. Dress is made from rich and graphic wax block cotton, the cotton is designed, produced, and direct sourced from GTP fabrics in Ghana. Part of the Tidal Cool Vivid! Collection, designed for Accra Fashion Week 2018
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The Clayton State University Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is on a mission to help close the gap between Georgia's booming film industry and the subsequent production crew shortage by offering programming that focuses on retooling and retrofitting skills from industries that are already closely aligned with the demands of film and television.
On Mar. 22, Mar. 23 and Mar. 24, SBDC will introduce Beauty & Business Behind-the-Scenes Bootcamp, an intensive three-day program to be held at The Engineer Guy Special FX Studio, 1000 Tradeport Blvd, Ste. 1011, Atlanta. Program sponsor The Engineer Guy is Nelson Burke, an SBDC client and a graduate of Clayton State University.
For "below-the-line" positions like makeup artists and hairstylists, salon industry professionals are perfectly poised for retooling training.
"Building production set capabilities and capacity among licensed cosmetologists and barbers just makes sense", says Judiffier Pearson, SBDC Film & Entertainment Business Consultant. "This group already possesses the basic technical skills; they just need to learn the mechanics of a production environment and visual storytelling - like character development, script breakdown, and set etiquette."
In response to feedback received in 2013 from the camera-ready liaisons at local economic development authorities, Pearson developed Beauty & Business Behind-the-Scenes Bootcamp. Over the course of three, nine-hour days, hair and makeup artists from salon backgrounds will train with experienced union department heads, using a real film script to recreate iconic movie characters. Attendees will also sharpen their business skills in management, marketing and finances for independent contractors.
Two months into planning the Bootcamp program, Georgia Governor Nathan Deal announced the High Demand Career Initiative. Pearson asserts, "It was just confirmation that we were on the right track. It's the right time for the SBDC to prepare creative entrepreneurs for the economic opportunities that await."
Makeup and hair are often the highest paid positions on set after the AD department, earning up to $55 per hour on big budget feature films. Hairstylists in salons can make as much as union hairstylists or more, but many of them are self-employed and do not have benefits packages.
"We have the opportunity to make a great living with real potential to earn six-figure salaries, including medical insurance and retirement benefits provided through the union," says Cynthia Chapman, department head for Ride Along and coordinator of background hair on The Hunger Games: Mockingjay (Parts 1 and 2).
The Bootcamp curriculum will be taught by industry veterans Marietta Carter-Narcisse (Makeup), Chapman (Hair), and Pearson (Business). Program sponsor The Engineer Guy will also present a beginner's Special FX course. ProductionHUB is the media sponsor for this event.
To register for Beauty & Business Behind-the-Scenes Bootcamp, visit www.MorrowSBDC.org or call (678) 466-5100.
For more information, contact Pearson, Film & Entertainment Business Consultant, the University of Georgia SBDC at Clayton State University, at email@example.com.
The University of Georgia Small Business Development Center is a public service and outreach unit of the University of Georgia. The SBDC's mission is to enhance the economic well-being of Georgians by providing a wide range of educational services for small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs.


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If you want to know about the most important artistic movement of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, this guided tour is the perfect introduction to the greatness of Catalonia's home-grown art nouveau, Modernisme, which will reveal how it originated and tell you about its key figures.
You'll find out a whole host of details about the history of modernisme as you wander through the magnificent "Quadrat d'Or" heritage district which is a true architectural showcase. From here, you'll be able to admire the majestic Casa Batlló, the amazing Pedrera and other modernista architectural gems, including the Casa Amatller and the Casa Lleó Morera . You'll also visit the beautiful Museu del Modernisme de Barcelona, which will help you better understand the age of splendour of this artistic trend in Catalonia through an illustrative exhibit.
This is certainly a visit to enjoy and keep in your memory for many years to come!.
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- Two-hour guided tour led by professional guides
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- Guided visit to the Museu del Modernisme de Barcelona.
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Thursday, October 13, 2011
I'm driving Adam's grandmother's gold Acura V6 coupe. The steering wheel is smooth, covered with stuff they might call glove leather. I turn on the radio. The antenna extends, creaking. I remember when radio antennae that extended and retracted were cool. My sister and I used to turn the radio in our new car on and off and watch through the back window. I notice buttons to the right of the steering wheel that let me control the radio without looking down.
It's my father-in-law's old company car, the one he drove to work in the late eighties, driving fast but not too fast, wearing ties zig-zagging with color and a beard, California-executive style. I imagine him crossing the hills, the sky bright blue and the hills brown with drought, toggling the radio switch with his right hand, tuning in Jefferson Airplane. Adam told me he used to listen to Jim Jones broadcasting from San Francisco—engineer's mind turning over mad utopian mind.
When he got a new car he gave this one to his wife at the time. My eighteen-year-old self observed the curve of her face from the back seat, her coppery skin and stiff hair. She was driving us into Fairfield, dropping us off at the movies. That summer afternoon in Fairfield will probably always flash somewhere in my brain. The sky spread out, the dry flat land, walking across the highway overpass to buy red apples at the Safeway.
The strip of sand between Fort Moultrie and Fort Sumter is dark gray and smooth. The wind off the ocean is stilled here. Fort Sumter's flagpoles like masts ahead of the setting sun, the fort an island, where Citadel cadets aimed their guns, firing the first shots in defense of Southern secession. Charleston harbor's a small jagged horizon. A skeletal freighter lies at anchor beside the shipping channel. African slaves first set foot on this nondescript stretch of sand. Loaded on rowboats, looking across to the shore, and maybe for a few minutes thinking anything was better than being aboard ship—than that ceaseless motion and the reek and the dampness. Not wanting to think about what would come next. Or planning, already planning to run.
By the time Edgar Allan Poe arrived there were no longer cargoes of slaves being rowed ashore to quarantine. But I think they must have left something for him to find. Poe served at Fort Moultrie—low slice of brick half-embedded in the beach with flocks of white birds flying across the wild marsh behind it, gulls floating amid the grasses at high tide. If Poe had been here two hundred years later he would have hung out at the abandoned bunkers facing the Atlantic, relics of the Second World War, their dark doorways beckoning and repelling. Neighborhood kids go in there, leaving their bikes tossed on the grass. Giddy white boys, jittery, the smell of bodies, slick, sweating, ready to fire.
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Prestige Park Square Location
Now coming down to the location of the project, Prestige Park Square is a located at a prime location. Bannerghatta Main Road aids all the connectivity to various parts of Bangalore. This project will also have many schools, hospitals, IT Tech Park, commercial super-structures and few other social infrastructures in the proximity. Two educational institutions namely Sherwood High School and AMC College are present at a walkable distance from this brand- new residential development.
This is one of the best projects for the investors can ponder over, investing in this project will be a lucrative investment for sure. Bannerghatta Road, which is an arterial road for many office goers is just adjacent to the project. An easy access to such an arterial road of this megacity is definitely going to aid the residents big-time. Without a doubt, the location is going to be an attractive aspect for all the buyers.
Additionally, the presence of many social amenities situated here in this locality such as hospitals, nursing homes, post office, traveling facilities, resorts, hotels and entertainment zones etc., will ensure a comfortable life. This magnificent project by Prestige Group is around 60Km from the International Airport and approximately 15Km from the Central Business District (CBD). It is around 10km from Electronic City and about 25 Km from Whitefield. To give you and your loved ones a better understanding of the project location, Prestige Park Square will be roughly 10Km from the Forum Mall in Koramangala and around 8Kms from the Central Mall in Jayanagar 9 TH Block.
One will also find several eateries around this project. This entire locality will bloom in the near future looking at the fact that several social infrastructures are currently under construction. So by the time, this project is ready for possession this locality will be a bustling section right on the Bannerghatta Road. The presence of a sound infrastructure will aid the residents and their families to meet the needs. Two educational institutions namely Sherwood High School and AMC College are present at a walkable distance from this brand- new residential development.
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Why I chose Traveling Mailbox as my virtual mailbox
When planning on traveling the world, there's a question on how to get and read your snail mail. For example, I am currently traveling in Chile, but my bank sends me something — where can they send it to where I would have access to it online?
That's just one example, but it could also be letters that friends send, postcards, etc. But they could also be mail that you might want to forward, such as replacement credit cards, or paper checks.
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A bonus point was for a Colorado Address.
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TravelingMailbox has 35 scans included. This is one of the highest number of pages scanned that is rolled into the same monthly fee. Earth Class Mail actually has unlimited scans, but then it also costs a minimum of $50/month. 35 is a pretty generous amount of scans, and so far in my travels I have not used up my quota. Most of the low cost alternatives, such as iPostal1, USGlobalMail and AnytimeMailbox don't have ANY scans as part of their fee, you have to pay per scan, and at an average of $2/scan it can add up quickly.
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TravelingMailbox has a decent amount of time they will store the received mail: 60 days. PostScanMail, AnytimeMailbox and iPostal1 only store mail for 30 days.
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My TP-Link Archer CR700 Modem/Router Hardware: v1.1
Current Firmware is: v1.0.3 Build 20150413 Rel 12122
Newest CR700 Firmware is: v1.0.5 Build 20150925 Rel 338940
The reason I ask is because the v1.0.3 firmware has a bug where you can't do any NAT or Port Forwarding as it freezes up your router as soon as you click on that tab in the UI and you're forced to do a manual restart.
I believe the other firmware has been out for a year already. I've called TW Customer Support and they said they don't know how to update it and that I should contact the manufacturer. TP-Link support says that firmware updates are only something the ISP / TWC could do.
Any updates would be greatly appreciated!!
My TP-Link Archer CR700 Modem/Router Hardware: v1.1
Current Firmware is: v1.0.3 Build 20150413 Rel 12122
Newest CR700 Firmware is: v1.0.5 Build 20150925 Rel 338940
I am having a problem getting Time Warner Cable to update my Firmware (from v1.0.3 to v1.0.5).
Although the TWC web site says that TWC will provide updates, now TWC Tech Support tells me to talk to TP-Link. Called TWC 3 times.
Anyone have success getting TWC to update the CR700 Modem/Router Firmware, or the Firmware of any other user supplied modem?
why do you think you need it?
As you are aware, the last firmware version that has been tested and approved for the TP-Link CR700 is v1.0.3. While modem manufacturers may release newer firmware versions, each release needs to be tested and approved before it is updated and available to customers. When a firmware version is released, it will be updated on our listing of Approved Modems and pushed through automatically to the modems. Because this involves our engineers testing across the TWC footprint, there is not a way to expedite the process. I would encourage you to keep checking back to the approved modem listing and thanks for your patience.
Thank you for your participation in the Forums!
James M.
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Moderator - TWC Community Forums
The CR700 itself works great on TWC. It boots up fast and is very stable.
My TWC subscription is 200/20 and I'm getting above that on both download and upload.
This is why you need to buy a seperate modem and router and not the all in one combo's / some times called "advanced gateways" . This also keeps the cable co out of the router and from greying out options or changing them whenever they reset the modem.
The modem should be one that the cable company also supplies. That way there's no excuse for a modem with old firmware. Or better yet loading in newer firmware that is not specific to the cable provider.
v1.0.3 Build 20150413 Rel 12122 has a bug in Port Forward/NAT Page.
The device freezes when trying to access the page.
v1.0.5 Build 20150925 Rel 338940 has been out to fix the problem
reason not to buy any all in one devices, you can't isolate router issues from the modem and are at the mercy of the cable co who has no business in your router.
Return it to the MFG...
The Modem/Router/Wifi is on the list of compatible and approve modems.
I myself bought the product because it was listed as compatible and approved.
It's been a while since the new firmware was released and TWC hasn't done about it.
The manufacturer is now selling the product with the newer firmware and TWC still activate it.
Why wouldn't TWC push out the update?
Has there been any resolution to this? I am unable to do anything with my Dish Network Hopper with Slingbox due to the TPLink Archer C700 that was on the recommended list. I can get a connection for a short period, then it fails. I can connect computers, tablets, ipads and phones, but not the Dish Network Hopper. In searching the web, it sounds like there is a problem with getting TWC and Dish Network to work together, but the commonality is the TPLink. My TPLink is on the "old" firmware.


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Penina Hitti is passionate about how arts and crafts can be positive tools for spiritual upliftment. She enjoys working with mothers in particular to figure out how personal purpose – and mixing that with service to family and community – can come together as a foundation for a rich and meaningful life.
Penina holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Information Systems and Bachelor of Teaching degree in Primary and Secondary Education. Currently she dabbles in social enterprise through a small business, which has a focus on marrying creativity (sewing and design) with social impact projects. She has an interest in supporting mothers' mental and physical health as well. This is done through her work as a certified Baby Sling and Carrier Consultant and as a Postnatal Fitness Instructor.
Penina has lived in Papua New Guinea, Australia and Israel, and is now resident in Kapiti Coast, New Zealand. Penina is married with four children.


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September is Hunger Action Month. The Dulles South Food Pantry is part of Feeding America – a nationwide network of 200 food banks and 60,000 food pantries and meal programs. Feeding America is the nation's leading domestic hunger-relief organization and is leading the movement to solve hunger and raise awareness. Hunger exists in every community and nearly 1 in 6 Americans struggle to get enough to eat. You can help by supporting the Dulles South Food Pantry with donations of food, money and volunteer time. This month, why not take action. Learn more about hunger In America and hunger in Dulles South and how you can help by visiting www.feedingamerica.org.
All Hands on Deck
Volunteer Spotlight: Big thanks go out to our shopping team led by Amy B., Huyen N., and Barbara P. They regularly bargain shop to supplement our donations to provide necessities for our guests. We appreciate your had work and coupon cutting skills!
Volunteer Needs: Please see the volunteer tab on our website or the volunteer button at the bottom of this newsletter for current volunteer opportunities and the volunteer training schedule. Check back often as new positions are added regularly!
Food Drive Stars: Thanks to Girl Scouts Troop 5352, Party Divas, Loudoun Linkers, LVE, and Rotary Club of Ashburn. They raised 225bs of food this month.
Make A Difference
We are thankful for all the individuals and organizations that donated to the pantry this month. If you would like to make a tax-deductible donation, please click on the DONATE button on the right side of this page.
Sponsor Spotlight
Thank you to our business sponsors!
Platinum: Giant, Harris Teeter
Gold: Food Lion
Silver: One Hundred Women Strong, Cardinal Bank, SFMC Inc., Van Metre & Walmart.
View the list of our faith and community sponsors.
Board Highlights
In August, the Board voted to change the pantry distribution days and times. Beginning Sept 1st, distributions are held on the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of each month from 5-7 pm.
The Pantry is low on:
- Canned Chicken & Other Protein
- Oil
- Small Bags of Rice
- Canned Tomato Sauce
- Breakfast Cereal
Coupons – Leave unexpired coupons and clippings in a plastic bag at any of our drop off locations. We can use these!
How YOU Are Helping
In August 2015, the pantry
- Served 78 households
- Served 342 individuals
- Distributed 6,864 lbs of food
- 113 Volunteers logged 465 hrs
September 14 – 25: Vote for DSFP at http://wtop.com/click-for-a-cause
September 23, 7pm: Operations & Team Lead Meeting
September 26, 8am: Board Meeting; Public Comment: 8am-8:15am
September 26 & 30: New volunteer training


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Driftwood is unlike any other Cornish boutique hotel, a stylish beach house hotel near the village of Portscatho, on the stunning south coast of Cornwall. In this spectacular setting, the Gulf Stream brings warm winds that keep summers balmy and winters mild. With seven acres of private gardens leading their guests down towards the beach there is truly space to wander free from the buzz of modern life.
The main house of this unique hotel is perched high on a Cornish cliff with incredible views over the bay. With its secluded yet easily accessible location, guests can enjoy natures best. Whether you're sipping on a glass of wine on their sheltered terrace or tucked up in bed with a good book, Driftwood's friendly informal service will certainly make you feel right at home.
The restaurant is headed by Chris Eden, the first Cornishman to receive a Michelin star for a restaurant in Cornwall. His dedication to delivering the freshest, finest food shines through on every plate. Having a true passion for sourcing the very best local ingredients, Chris values the relationships he has built with his suppliers over the years. "The Kernow Sausage Company is one of the backbone suppliers of the Driftwood. Their produce is always of the highest quality & their service very reliable," head chef Chris explained. Chris and his team at Driftwood believe that breakfast is incredibly important as it is usually the last meal guests will eat before leaving and must provide them with a lasting pleasant memory. The Kernow Sausage Company is proud to supply Driftwood with their breakfast ingredients and look forward to continuing to work with Chris to deliver the finest food from farm to fork.
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I was tagged by my friend Alyssa. Here goes!
8 things I'm looking forward to:
Home-grown strawberries
Springfield Extravaganza
Larry's barn
Trying my hand at gazpacho
Elizabeth Berg book signing & reading
Buying scads of perennials
Meeting our next baby/kid (this is not an announcement, btw...)
8 things I did yesterday:
Went to Grandma's Pantry
Ate Port-A-Pit chicken
Baked mini corn muffins
Watered my flowers
Kissed my babies
Laughed with friends
Wished for a nap
Cracked myself up
8 things I wish I could do:
A proper cart wheel
Overcome my fear of the bobbin
Clean the toilet without gagging
Become a morning person
Be paid to go flea-marketing
Meet Rush Limbaugh
Grow hollyhocks
Learn to make a decent pie crust
8 shows I watch on t.v:
Friday Night Lights
Dateline: Mystery
30 Rock
The Office
America's Next Top Model
Gossip Girl (don't judge me)
Sid the Science Kid
Sunday, April 26, 2009
I'm It
Posted by Shannan Martin at 10:48 PM
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I love that I'm involved in a few things you are looking forwad to! :) We need to talk about the Barn tonight! And I want to know how you cracked yourself up...do tell tonight!ReplyDelete
What is Port-a-Pit chicken?? Interesting name!ReplyDelete
I wish I could be paid to go flea-marketing also. That would be heaven :)
- AnonymousApril 27, 2009 at 9:13 PM
hey i love elizabeth berg stories! ;)ReplyDelete
that was a baby announcement to me!!! yay!!!ReplyDelete
IS THAT LARRY POWELLS BARN?? KINDA WEIRD, BUT FITTING SINCE I'LL BE THERE THIS FRIDAY NIGHT... LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLE!ReplyDelete
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|He should be consoled knowing that it is a renewable source
In essence, coal and oil are biomass. Millions of years ago they were plants and plankton, and now they are well aged energy sources that, unlike fine wines or scotches that improve with age, we don't label as adoringly as we do biomass. So how is burning biomass cleaner than fossil fuels? It isn't-- whether measured by CO, CO2, or particulate emissions.
Biomass is not only dirty like fossil fuels, it requires a lot of energy to produce. In most production situations, biomass represents a net loss of energy, i.e., it takes more energy to produce than is gained from it.
On top of all of these things, biomass represents the replacement of food and water with this dirty fuel. Internationally, there is a dire shortage of both food and water. Biomass compounds this worldwide crisis by redirecting crop land into a dirty energy producer, and using massive amounts of water to do so.
Even worse, biomass has contributed to deforestation, exacerbating ecosystem changes and loss of habitat for many species. Dependency on biomass has also been linked to climate change.
Yes, it makes little environmental sense, but plants are being built nationwide in the U.S. with tax subsidies because they help meet "renewables" portfolio standards. They also make little financial sense, but that is where the host of state and federal tax credits or other incentives come in.
The world is deciding between harnessing the energy of the atom, developed by the smartest minds of the modern age (like Einstein), and reverting to the technology of a caveman.


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I want to live in a society that rewards people for being good to the water, air, land and animals and people.
I want to live in a society where equal rights for all is rewarded, and shaming or ostracizing others is criminal behavior.
I want to live in a society where people frequently talk about the other realities that shamans experience. For example: What do you see in the Ukhupacha (lower world), Kaypacha (middle world), Hananpacha (upper world)? How do I know which is which? What does this mean? Who is helping right now so I can thank them?
I would like to live in a world where shamanism is respected very deeply–perhaps because it's tens of thousands of years old and is effective when done properly.
I would like to live in a world that has respected and researched standards for shamanism so that everyone has the right teacher and learning program for them.
I would like to live in a society where I am financially and socially rewarded for all the unseen, energetic, shamanic or esoteric hurdles I've had to overcome since I was born.
I'd also like to live in a society that has other people like me who have overcome a great deal and who are positive and healthy. Perhaps we can all learn from each other.


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Unlock the potential of Samsung's Galaxy S II with this jargon-free guide from technology guru Preston Gralla. You'll quickly learn how to shoot high-res photos and HD video, keep your schedule, stay in touch, and enjoy your favorite media. Every page is packed with illustrations and valuable advice to help you get the most from the smartest phone in town. (Note: This book does not cover the Galaxy S3, Galaxy S4, and later models.)
The important stuff you need to know:
Get dialed in. Learn your way around the Galaxy S II's calling and texting features.Go online. Browse the Web, manage email, and download apps with Galaxy S II's 3G/4G network (or create your own hotspot).Master your media. Shoot and share pictures and video, organize and play your music library—and send it wirelessly to your TV or stereo.Be entertained now. Start watching movies and TV shows while they're still loading.Explore the world. Get news and weather, find a location, and navigate by GPS.Check your schedule. Use the convenient calendar app, and sync it with your Google and Outlook calendars.
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Explore and experience France on a self-guided walking holiday. Our range of walking in France includes some of the most famous long-distance trail challenges, such as the Tour du Mont Blanc, as well as wonderfully relaxing walking holidays in Provence, the Pyrenees, and the Alps.
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According to the ship's website, the SS Galaxy - The Queen of the Sagittarian Sea - was quite the attraction in her heyday: "With over 650 meters in length, 110 meters beam, and 8 decks of living and leisure space, the SS Galaxy is the largest single-build and the most exciting attraction in Second Life today." An impressive build that spans a full three sims, the Galaxy was created in 2007 and once featured a full staff, over 100 rooms available for rental, a shopping mall, a variety of activities and regularly scheduled events, and even "cruises". (While the ship does not move, the staff would set up monthly "Port of Call" excursions via teleport exchanges.)
Unfortunately, the Galaxy is no longer a working vessel with on-board rentals and scheduled events. In May of 2015, for a variety of reasons, it shut down, but in August of that same year, Linden Lab stepped in and reopened the cruise ship as a museum of sorts. A team of Lindens and Moles created a "Preservation Society" and added some new attractions for visitors: a water slide (see final picture, below), swan boats, a hot air balloon tour, a bowling alley, and even a working movie theatre. Large wall maps located throughout the ship will give specific and direct landmarks to the various attractions.
Many of the original areas have been carefully preserved, such as the Wedding Chapel and Reception Hall, pictured above, or the charming Bamboo Garden Japanese Restaurant, pictured below. There are a couple of art galleries to visit, and a nicely-appointed spa area. See if you can spot Bob the Boulder, a place where the sea floor actually juts up into the ship!
Located right off of the Blake Sea, the SS Galaxy is easy to reach by boat from the Mainland. Although there are no rezzing areas on the ship itself, a tiny nearby island offers a free sailboat rezzer. You can also sit around a fire on the island and watch the hourly fireworks over the Galaxy, float around in Galaxy life preservers, or play 7Seas fishing from the island dock. Or, head back over to the Galaxy to explore some more! (I highly recommend the water slide, myself.) With a ship that spans three full sims, you're sure to find some fun onboard. Enjoy!


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The main reason for this is because they don't have the artificial perfection of the picture postcard images we've all seen on travel brochures. Instead they capture the sensation of approaching Venice for the first time by sea, and marveling at the sight of this unique city in all its crumbling glory.
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Cars began lining up before 7 a.m. to get into the parking lots at M&T Bank Stadium for the shuttle bus ride to Fort McHenry and the Blue Angels air show.
Yellow school buses stretched from Camden Yards to beyond the football stadium to handle the crowds, which are expected to fill the fort to capacity by 11 a.m.
The historic site holds about 25,000, but The Star-Spangled Sailabration is expected to draw 1 million people to Baltimore's Inner Harbor area by Tuesday. Elsewhere, several thousand people are expected to attend Gay Pride Parade activities in Mount Vernon, and the combination could mean congested traffic around downtown Saturday.
People are four-deep at the official Sailabration souvenir stand near the National Aquarium, buying T-shirts and white-topped captain's hats.
Lines to board ships stretch from the front of the Aquarium to the water's edge. People seemed unsure of which ship they were waiting for.
"It's the one from Argentina, right?" asked Angela Bottomsley of Arlington, Va. "I guess it really doesn't matter. It's tall."
Some visitors woke up before dawn to ensure they weren't shut out of the Fort McHenry festivities.
"I was like, 'I'm not going to brave the crowd,' but then I realized I may never get another chance," said Mary Edwards of Middle River.
City Department of Transportation staged 30 buses at the stadium for the 15-minute ride to the fort.
The air show featuring the Navy's precision flying team is scheduled for 2 p.m to 4 p.m. A patriotic show is to begin at 6:30 p.m., with fireworks to follow.
"You're not going to see the tall ships, the Blue Angels and Fort McHenry all at one time again," said David Meade of Westminster. "This is one you don't want to miss. You want to be the one talking about it not the one hearing about it."
William J. Pencek, Jr., executive director of the Maryland War of 1812 Bicentennial Commission, said the celebration has so far "exceeded our expectations."
He said that during the planning process, state officials led by Gov. Martin O'Malley, "wanted to move the needle in the way the nation and the world perceived us and how we perceived ourselves. So far, we're really good."
Along East Fort Avenue, police officers have taken up their posts at the corner of each block and firefighters at the Locust Point station are gathering in anticipation of large crowds lugging coolers, lawn chairs and blankets to the fort.
The city closed East Fort Avenue at Andre at 6 a.m. and parking is limited.
Back at the football stadium parking lot, Sonia Bunch of Silver Spring and her family waited to board a bus.
"I've got a pillow, blankets, chairs and food for a week," she said. "I think we're good to go."
Some people said they anticipated staying at the fort until after tonight's fireworks, but other folks on the shuttle line were already plotting their exit and a trip across the harbor to Fells Point.
"If you wait until the last rocket's red glare, you'll miss last call," said Charlie Gomez of Washington.
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When you bring a couple hundred good people together on a Friday in downtown Chicago, you can expect a party to break out. But if those people also happen to be juvenile justice policy wonks, the party becomes a symposium, and some work gets done.
I recently attended such a party… rather symposium. The occasion for the celebration was the retirement of the founding member of Northwestern University School of Law's Children and Family Justice Center (CFJC), Bernardine Dohrn. A separate, but obviously related reason was to celebrate CFJC's receipt of the MacArthur Foundation's "Creative and Effective Institutions Award." The best way to celebrate these momentous events for this fun-loving crowd: a symposium, of course!
"Pursuing Justice: A Constitutional and Human Rights Jurisprudence for the Child" was a lot like a party: recognizing Bernardine on her groundbreaking achievements over a lifetime of advocacy for children; congratulating Julie Biehl – the current director of the CFJC – and the many past and present members of CFCJ; seeing the many friends from around the country and the world who share past battles for – and future visions of – justice for children in conflict with the law.
The entire theme of the party was just right because it recognized good work and described the reasons for what still needs doing. Bart Lubow, Annie E. Casey Foundation's well-known juvenile policy director, was one of many brilliant speakers and began the morning by recognizing Illinois' wisdom in creating the first juvenile court in 1899. The enlightened approach spread throughout our country. As head of the Casey Foundation's Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative (JDAI), Bart has studied the history of juvenile courts and has worked with dozens of local jurisdictions around the nation.
He noted that the creation of the court in Chicago was a great achievement but lacked a sufficient articulation of the developmental differences that made it necessary. Furthermore, the original concept and its future developments did not provide clear direction for the role of the legal advocates.
While well intentioned, the juvenile justice system became a place where arrogant adults often made ill-informed decisions about children solely on the basis of their experience as parents. This lack of science – or evidence in too many cases – led to an unnecessary expansion of the role of courts – to include status offenders, schoolyard fighters, the unruly, the incorrigible and the obnoxious.
Bart advocated for his oft-stated "My Kid Test." This simple standard should replace all the arguments as to how courts and their stakeholders should act. The logic of Bart's test was quickly illustrated. Retired Illinois Circuit Court Judge John Payne is the statewide coordinator for Redeploy Illinois, and Jeff Bradley is a former prosecutor and currently the statewide coordinator for JDAI.
During the symposium, we met separately – away from the party –with advocates from two different jurisdictions in Illinois. Each was concerned about a local judge's approach to sentencing. One described a rote-sentencing scheme: no plea agreements accepted, mandatory probation with a stayed 30-day detention term and a commitment to juvenile prison on the first probation violation. The second meeting began with a similar concern: the judge almost always orders probation repeatedly until offense number six and then commits the child to prison with the comment that "I gave you every chance."
The judges expressed a belief in the value of boot camps and impact incarceration in prison. What's missing here is a lack of understanding of adolescent development and the belief that compliance is the goal of juvenile court rather than behavioral change, which can be achieved through adequate assessment and good casework.
My conclusion is that Bart's wisdom must be included in jurisprudence: the "My Kid Test" should be on the books. If your kid says he will do something and doesn't; if your kid fails to remember the time; if your kid is sometimes impulsive and makes mistakes, you don't lock him in the basement or send her away from home. You look for a reason, and you search for answers and responses that will change behavior.
I have an addition to propose to Bart's test, and that's for judges to be reminded that it is important to exercise patience.
I am blessed by many nieces and nephews, but having no children of my own, I lack a lot of necessary experience. Sometimes I am impatient at expecting the mastery of a skill or the completion of a task. Our great nephew, Jaxon, has taught me a new phrase – he looks at me solemnly and says: "Sometimes you just have to wait for it, Uncle George."
Words of wisdom – patience alone is sometimes all it takes.


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New York Jets future Sam Darnold was the only one of the rookie quarterbacks to start in Week 1, and if we ignore his first pass play, which nestled in the eager arms of a Detroit Lions defender and resulted in a touchdown return, he actually acquitted himself well. Darnold is likely to find himself among the most added quarterbacks even in ESPN standard leagues, which seems premature due to the crazy depth of the veteran reliable choices at the position, but the point from here is he showed enough competence in his first start to make his teammates look attractive. Sometimes that is enough.
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Executive Summary: Learning – The Foundation for Agility and Sustainable Performance
Ninety six percent (96%) of respondents to a recent CRF survey believe that an organisation's capacity for learning can be a source of competitive advantage. And yet surveys consistently show that the proportion of business leaders who are satisfied with their learning function's performance remains stuck at around 20%. Learning should play a leading role in enabling growth and building capacity for innovation and change. However, CRF's research has found that the Learning function is often underpowered, lacking business credibility and struggling to show how its activities improve business performance.
Access the executive summary of the report to learn about key trends emerging in the L&D field, key findings of the research and our recommendations for learning professions on developing a business-focused L&D function.
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Ann Romney, who appeared on multiple networks Friday morning to discuss the previous night's convention speeches, dismissed questions about Eastwood's speech, which some have called a distraction from the campaign.
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She told NBC's "Today" show she doubted if anyone could plan what Eastwood would do on stage.
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"Unemployed people seeking work may be able to export their social welfare entitlements to another EU country for up to six months with the adoption of a new EU wide regulation which will greatly improve job opportunities", said Minister for Social and Family Affairs Mary Coughlan today.
Being able to export social welfare entitlements is just one of the many benefits to ordinary citizens brought about by the adoption of this new regulation which will reform, co-ordinate and simplify social security systems for workers and other throughout the European Union.
"This is one of the most important pieces of social legislation to emerge from the EU in recent years and it will have a very real impact on the daily lives of ordinary EU citizens, "said Minister Mary Coughlan.
"The adoption of this regulation by the Parliament and Council of the EU is a significant achievement of the Irish Presidency and one which I made a priority at the beginning of this year, "added Minister Coughlan.
The new regulation will coordinate the social security rules for workers and members of their families moving within the European Union.
At present an unemployed person can only go abroad for three months to seek work while continuing to have their Unemployment Benefit paid to them. Under the new Regulation, each member state has the option of allowing these unemployed persons export their Unemployment Benefit for up to six months.
The new Regulation 1408 also impacts on the area of health care. It ensures that all insured persons will receive the same treatment during a temporary stay in another Member State when such treatment becomes medically necessary. The new regulation ensures that all insured people will receive treatment during a temporary stay in another Member State where such treatment is medically necessary, and not just in emergencies as under the current legislation.
When the new regulations are implemented national authorities throughout the EU will apply simplified rules when determining entitlements for workers who move within the EU.
In addition there are other changes to the Regulation, which will not be immediately obvious to citizens, but nevertheless, will help them achieve mobility within the Union. For example, the institutions of the Member States are obliged to cooperate more fully with each other to resolve any difficulties experienced by citizens while the principle of equal treatment has also been strengthened,
"This fundamental reform and modernisation of the co-ordination of rules of the social security system the EU will result in ensuring our citizens have improved social protection, "said Minister Coughlan.
The adoption of the Regulation, which is essential to removing barriers to free movement of persons, is a striking demonstration of the fact that co-decision can work smoothly and efficiently in a constructive spirit between the Council and the Parliament." The existing regulation had become out dated. It had been in existence for over 30 years and needed to be reformed and simplified, especially with the enlargement of the European Union. Work began on this reform and simplification measure five years ago and I would acknowledge the substantial contributions of successive presidencies in reaching this successful conclusion," concluded Minister Mary Coughlan.
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TRCA employs best management practices and environmental stewardship – through the establishment of management and master plans – to protect and conserve the valuable natural and cultural heritage attributes within each of our nine watersheds.
TRCA properties require regular planning and management to help ensure the best possible land care. Utilizing information gathered as part of the Monitoring & Assessment program, the Planning & Consultation group directs and organizes implementation actions through the development of management and master plans.
Typically, master plans are completed for active conservation areas or parks, while management plans are completed for all other TRCA lands, including: conservation reserves, resource management tracts, forest and wildlife areas and agreement lands. In terms of public use, master plans incorporate a detailed nature-based recreation plan, whereas land management plans may only include a trail plan.
Plans regardless of their scope evaluate the property based on relevant information and policies, existing resource inventories, environmental conditions, and site limitations and opportunities. Throughout the planning process, Conservation Land Care staff collaborate with other TRCA departments, the public, and our municipal and regional partners to ensure project success and ultimately create a healthy balance between ecological protection and public use. Finally, implementation of the plan is led by our Operations team.
See below for a list of ongoing project and recently completed plans.
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- Albion Hills Conservation Park Master Plan
- Bolton Resource Management Tract Management Plan
- Bruce's Mill Conservation Park Master Plan
- Claireville Conservation Area Management Plan Update
- Claireville Conservation Area Land Management Implementation Plan
- East Duffins Headwaters Management Plan Update
- Goodwood Resource Management Tract Trail Plan
- Greenwood Conservation Lands Master Plan
- Humber Source Woods Property Management Plan
- Nashville Conservation Reserve Management Plan
- Oak Ridges Corridor Park East Management Plan
- TRCA Trail Strategy


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In recent years, we have seen a massive boom in supplement use as products that were once the preserve of specialist health food stores have become available alongside our groceries in the supermarket and on the internet. But how to choose the right one? In previous posts, we've talked about Pumpkin Seed Protein Powder and Green Vibrance ...
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Mike Blackmore has a diverse profile in our sport. He ran at the University of Oregon and went on to run 13:37 for 5,000m. His is the cross country coach at Lane Community College in Eugene, he's a massage therapist and he's also a key member of the staff that constructs the Nike Cross Nationals course.
All of that being said, the focus of our discussion is on his Masters running accomplishments. Last year he ran 15:16 as a 50 year-old, setting an American record.
In this podcast he discusses his training and the things he's learned along the way.
If you're over thirty then you need to listen to this podcast for some great advice about how to listen to your body and how to stay healthy as you age.
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On Monday (i.e. 20th Jan, 2014) a new product has been launched in MCX Stock Exchange Ltd. name "Interest Rate Futures". This product for 10 years benchmark bond has attracted the highest volume of 1.5 billion rupees.
The same product will be launched by National Stock Exchange (NSE) from 21st Jan 2014, while Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) will launch this product from January 28.
The product has given the reasonable start on MCX and NSE. About Rs.930 crore volumes done on MCX as of 20th Jan and about Rs300 crore was done in the morning as of 21st Jan. So it's a good start.
It looks like this product will be successful in the market because of its new design. The two very differentiating factors which may help this product to become successful are:
- Firstly instead of theoretical bond this is now 10 years actual bond linked product. This is now physical bond which is now trading in the market. So, we can say that future contract is unique in Indian market.
- Second is the most important factor which makes this product very unique. This product is now a cash-settled contract. One can settle the price of the contract at the time of maturity. In this you don't have to deliver the bond.
Clearly with above new changes in the contract I think market is interested in this new product. And this is what market was asking from a very long time and this has been given to the market this year. So one can say that going forward this product will do well.


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If this is any indication, we may be in for some extremely specialized Alexa "skills." Pitchfork News announces, "Alexa Can Now Name Your Band." The relevant skill, reasonably titled Band Name Generator, looks to be a simple random word generator, having made such profound suggestions as "The Cautiously Illustrious" and "Drip Upward." The brief write-up observes:
If you hear the perfect name, tell Alexa 'awesome name, thanks' and she'll say 'I hope I helped. Your mom said you are very talented. I'm sure she's right and your band rocks'.
On the other hand, if you dislike a suggestion, another is just a phrase away. Will such limited skills provide enough entertainment to warrant the effort of downloading them? I suppose we will find out.
Cynthia Murrell, May 17, 2017