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Talents and Hobbies Activity
Seems like everywhere I turn these days, I hear some little girl trying to sing "Let It Go" from Disney's new animated musical "Frozen." They all want to sound as accomplished as Idina Mensel. Dance classes, voice lessons, talent shows, YouTube videos, you name it. My daughter even related this cute story about her daughter and the impromptu talent show performance.
Their Ward had a Talents and Hobbies Activity and Breakfast a few weeks ago. People signed up to share a talent or bring a display of their hobbies. They enjoyed a morning with a pancake breakfast and leisurely touring the displays, then came the talent show. The Primary children sang as a group, and then came some solo acts, and for the finale, the Youth were to do a lip sync to "Let It Go" from "Frozen." Each teenager had a silvery scarf bracelet to wave during the chorus of the song. (The leaders had actually prepared more elaborate costumes, but the Youth refused to wear the other pieces.) The music started and the youth made their way onto the stage. But there was an extra little scene stealer among them. Little 3-year-old Megan had somehow weedled her way into getting herself a scarf bracelet to join the youth on the stage. She didn't understand though about the lip sync. She sang out the song with gusto and gave quite a performance, upstaging all of the teenagers. No stage fright for this girl and she knew all of the words and sang all of the notes on pitch! Way to go Megan!
As fun as seeing all of the displays and enjoying the breakfast was, Megan's little impromptu performance became the talk of the Ward. My daughter was at first mortified that her little girl got onstage without her knowing about it, but what mother could not be proud when everyone congratulated her about how darling her little show-stealing daughter was?
I am so pleased that there are songs out there that capture the imagination of children and give them confidence to soar to new heights. I just hope that teachers and parents will take the challenge to give those children some training so they can sing on pitch! I have already heard too many out-of tune renditions of this song. I think that is what amazed the people in my daughter's ward so much. Megan, at 3 years old, has a wonderful sense of pitch! This is a proud grandmother talking!
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Official targets for Maori primary pupils are likely to be missed by as much as 20 per cent in some cases.
The Ministry of Education has published its four-year plan, including five indicators that it says provide a "litmus test" of its progress in lifting student achievement.
At the primary school level, the official target is to have 85 per cent of Maori students at or above the national standard in reading, writing and mathematics next year.
The most recent Maori results available from 2014 show that will be missed by a considerable margin.
In reading, 69 per cent are at or above the standard. That drops to 65 per cent in maths, and 61 in writing.
Across all students in 2014, 78 per cent were at or above national standards in reading, 71.1 per cent in writing, and 75.2 per cent in maths.
At secondary school, 68 per cent of Maori 18-year-olds achieved NCEA Level 2 or better in 2014. That was well below the 85 per cent target for 2017, but 10 per cent up since 2011.
Lisa Rodgers, the ministry's deputy secretary of early learning and student achievement, said the targets were "very ambitious".
"We are still working towards that target for 2017 and recognise that it is a stretch, but we want to aim high and drive towards ambitious goals.
"The progress we have made is making a real difference to thousands of students. And in fact we are seeing steady progress in Maori students' attainment in national standards."
That included a 2.1 per cent lift in reading since 2012, 3.7 per cent in writing and 2.5 per cent in maths.
Rodgers said more had to be done, and extra spending was going towards initiatives including reorganisation of teacher professional development, with $47 million spent a year on programmes to lift achievement in reading and writing.
About $20m a year was going towards maths initiatives, Rodgers said, and "communities of learning" were working to address challenges Maori and other groups faced.
Labour's education spokesman, Chris Hipkins, said there was no real plan behind the targets so it was not surprising they wouldn't be hit.
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Animal Hormones: A Comparative Survey - Vol. 1
Animal Hormones: A Comparative Survey - Vol. 1
The idea of writing this book arose from lecturing on hormones to second and third year students of zoology, for whom the subject formed part of a course in comparative physiology. It was found that no introductory book covered the whole subject equally; even Hanström's admirable Hormones in Invertebrates (1939) dealt with only a part of the field and was already out of date in 1956, when he assured me that he would not be rewriting it and encouraged me to attempt this general survey.
To do so necessitated evolving a scheme within which to consider and select suitable examples from the mass of available material. This resulted in a comparative arrangement, which should be of general application, since it is based on the actions of hormones, rather than on their sources or on their phyletic distribution.
The actions of hormones were then seen to fall into three well-defined groups, the kinetic, the metabolic and the morphogenetic, although these had not all been named nor clearly defined at that time. Subdividing these groups brought together examples acting upon similar effectors, such as muscles, chromatophores or glands, or having similar metabolic actions, such as increasing water excretion, blood-sugar or respiration. Still further subdivision brought together the hormones that stimulate a given action or facilitate a given process and separated them from those having the opposite effects. When consistently adhered to, this approach helped to give a clear picture of hormone actions, to emphasize cases where antagonistic hormones were known and to draw attention to apparent gaps in recorded knowledge.
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I was recently snooping on the Mother Earth News and found an article on dryer balls. I had totally forgot about these! There's not much to it and they've been around for years. Simply put they are a felted wool ball that you toss in the dryer. They tumble with your clothes separating them allowing the dryer to work more efficiently thus taking less time to dry. I've been told you don't need to use dryer sheets when you use the wool balls because they soften your clothes during the tumbling. I still use the sheets because with our wood stove drying out the air we have a ridiculous amount of static and the sheets help.
Essentially, tennis balls would do the same thing. I use them to break in a new Carhart coat. Even though they would they would work to dry quickly and soften clothes, your clothes will end up smelling like tennis ball, not always the most appealing smell.
Using the clothes line in the winter kinda works. It's how my grandma grew up doing laundry in the winter but I'm not that much of a die hard. I use the clothes line in the summer and dryer in the winter.
Here's how to make your own:
I start with the scraps of pieces from previous projects and bits of wool that didn't spin like I planned (I messed up). Wrap them tight to start the ball. Then continue to wind yarn in a ball as you would wind a skein to a ball. Normally I wind my yarn loose, I don't like to lose the give in it. For the dryer balls wind them tight. The tighter the better.
Once you've made your balls, place them in a pillow case and tie a string around the case to keep each ball in it's own spot. If they rub together before they are felted the can unravel.
Toss the tied pillow case into the wash machine and was on with hot water and dry on the hottest setting in the dryer. (From what I've heard felting doesn't work too well in the new wash machines with out the agitator. I don't know, I've never had a new one)
Once they are dry and felted they are ready to use. Just toss them in the dryer and go! (The finished picture is at the very top.)
I use undyed wool yarn because I don't want to worry about colors bleeding. You must use wool for it's felting properties.


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Region: North America
Period: 1900 CE - 2010 CE
|(Still from) Three-channel high-definition video installation
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Saltzman, Lisa. Making Memory Matter: Strategies of Remembrance in Contemporary Art. Chicago: University of Chicago, 2006.
"Shimon Gallery." In Artists. Jack Shainman Gallery Web site. http://www.jackshainman.com.
"Time After Time." Artist's Statement. NY Arts Magazine, September–October 2008. Web site. http://www.nyartsmagazine.com.
Throughout his career, Shimon Attie has used a variety of photographic and video media to engage the present in a dialogue with the past.
In The Writing on the Wall, onto the walls of a Berlin neighborhood he projected images of Jewish residents who had lived there before the Holocaust. In another project, he created a video installation featuring members of the Welsh town of Aberfan, which had lost a large number of its small population, including a school full of children, during a devastating mining accident in the 1960s. Attie's work was intended as a way of helping the community escape the hold of this tragic past and move forward. His treatment of these poignant historical events is elegiac and emotional.
Racing Clocks Run Slow concerns a less tragic subject, but Attie still approaches it with sensitivity and respect for the history of an institution that remains quite meaningful to its community many years after its closing.
The Bridgehampton Auto Racetrack on Long Island, which shut its doors in 1994, had a national profile in the world of racing and was beloved by the many people who worked and spent time there. Racing Clocks Run Slow was commissioned for the fiftieth anniversary of the track's opening by the owner of land it once occupied. Attie found seventy people with a connection to the racetrack and filmed them in re-creations of their former roles. His subjects included drivers, members of pit crews, flaggers, and even spectators. Attie had each person involved in the project pose as still as possible on an unseen moving platform. He filmed them against a black background under dramatic lighting.
Like other of his works, Racing Clocks Run Slow is part documentary and part dream-like evocation. The sound component of the artwork consists of archival sound recordings of speeding cars at the track from the 1960s. The subjects of Attie's work are not actors, but rather actual people with relationships to the track, some of whom hold props that are authentic items recovered from the period of its activity. Attie brings these historical people and pieces together in a way that hints both at their place in the past and the timelessness of their memory. The title of the work refers to the idea from physics that time seems to slow down for objects moving at very high speeds.


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Sunday, May 30, 2010
So Wrong
The stoking of the fire in my belly are the feelings I experience when sitting on the rocks at the Cove; 'This place is so beautiful. How can Grange and the APA do this? How can they possibly justify their plan? Money? Status? WTF?'
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Can you stop them?ReplyDelete
You might not have to stop them. Sarah, I think Grange may actually be fucked! Get a copy of the last Albany Advertiser....front page article......ReplyDelete
"Woolstores Plan Revealed". They don't have a route for the pipe and their latest attempt to get one will also probably fail because of proposed developments at the old Wool Stores site. Goddo works in mysterious ways :)
Yes I read that Michelle. Don't know if it will really slow them down. They just have to lean on Main Roads a bit harder.ReplyDelete
I think, in the end, some really solid, cohesive community opposition is the only thing that will stop them.
For me, the main evil is the Albany Port Authority. They are getting the dredging for free, it doesn't matter which mining company pays for it. And they are letting Grange do all the talking and persuading and cash gathering.
They are very quiet about all this, the APA, and they will still be here, whoring the harbour and the Sound, long after Grange have gone.
Mmmmmm...we'll see. But I agree that community pressure needs to be maintained.ReplyDelete
This really is a beautiful little cove isn't it?.....I think it's the one I always used to fantasise being able to surf on a long-board in a biggish easterly swell....hmmmm, now THAT would be a great publicity stunt and I wonder if Tony Harrison would be interested.ReplyDelete
It bugs me to even know that the Albany Port Authority and Grange Resources could consider such a deed! It makes no sense. Words such as greed or short-term short-sightedness provide some explanations... Vandalism is another description... Why oh why can people be allowed to think they can get away with such things...? Is this the same Port Authority that is building (or given permission for) that Opera House on the water's edge in front of the town? But that cove, what a beautiful irreplaceable jewel of a locality.ReplyDelete
Oh, the 'Opera House' - I have dubbed it 'The Titanic' cos it looks like a semi-submerged ship and I reckon it will get sunk by a financial 'ice-berg'. All the kids I talk to reckon it's not big enough for the concert artists they would support, so that leaves us middle-aged-stay-at-homes to finance it. And no, that's council land but they are pretty dodgy too.....especially at the moment, all sorts of shit is going down.ReplyDelete
Like you Tim, I really want to know: 'why are all the idiots in control of the world?'
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Sorry, I seem to have been spammed by someone flogging (....) sunglasses.ReplyDelete
Sounds like a great stunt Michelle. The other one is getting a nudist's bum shot on a perfect calm day. I think more activism - as in active - is the go.
I got it - what about a combination: nude surfing in the cove!!ReplyDelete
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Greed often blinds happiness... Greed also distorts the real world, Sarah. Man has a place in this world but he sometimes fails to acknowledge it.ReplyDelete
Yes ... thanks Nat.ReplyDelete
A truly amazing site you have!ReplyDelete
Thanks Mark, glad you like it!ReplyDelete
I almost forgot what clear water looks like , beautiful little spot there , concrete won't do it any justiceReplyDelete
What is that grey lumpy thing on the hill above - a rock ? - a building ?
( sorry I have a WW2 bunker fetish )
No Woy Woy, that's a granite rock but there is a bunker just up the hill and another east along the coast from there.ReplyDelete
Hello WWS. I forgot about your WW2 thang. There's bunkers all over the hill there. When I was a kid they were all open for exploration and roaming but apparently these days it's too dangerous for folk like us. A close look at the bunkers reveals their building artistry. The ledges were curved to look like the boulders in the bush.ReplyDelete
The 'building' you could see is actually a massive granite rock - a signifier that you are in Albany. along the coast by one hundred metres is the old lighthouse keeper's house.


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6/21. Lunchtime
Davis spent a few days around the Solstice flat out refusing to put on clothes, and sometimes also, his diaper. That has nothing to do with this picture, other than that he is naked. He's also, sort of, able to play with a couple of aps on the tablet, like this animal piano one I was trying to distract him with while I packed lunches.
6/22. Enjoying Life
Who knew mowing the lawn was so much fun?
6/23. Last
This was the last day of Walker's annual gaming weekend with his friends. This is the pile of games he took with him.
6/24. Negative Space
Moira and I went out for tea by ourselves, since Walker had the day off of work, so he could stay with Davis. Moira was so impressed with the fancy restaurant and insisted we eat and drink with our pinkies out. I also made sure to actually listen to her talk, and ask her leading questions.
6/25. Sharp
College friends of Walker's bought us this knife for our wedding, and it is the one I use 90% of the time. It's so lovely.
6/26. Empty
Davis really wanted to play with this ball vacuum at the indoor playground we went too, but it was too loud and noisy, so he didn't stick around long enough to figure how it worked.
6/27. Fire
Some of the members of my costuming group went shopping for linen, and I was also picking up fabric for another member who couldn't make it. I really wanted to buy these sequins for her Sun goddess outfit, but I decided not to without her permission.
This post is part of the Mamatography 2013 Project with Diary of a First Child and Momma Jorje.
We are taking (at least) a photo a day to keep a record of our year. Join us at any point during the year and start sharing your own daily photos!
Also linked up at Hobo Mama and NPN.
Wednesday, July 10, 2013
Mamatography week 27
Labels: pretty pictures
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I'd be tempted by sequins as well. I like that you were looking for linen and somehow wandered over to sequins.ReplyDelete
Fun tea outing! I do enjoy it when I can let go and get into what Mikko's talking about as if we were peers and I had to be a polite conversationalist.
That is quite the pile of games!
An app Alrik loves is Kids Doodle. You just draw with your finger and it's bright and pretty. He also plays Memory, though he's not actually trying to remember anything, just randomly jabbing. That's my boy!
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We all know that it is not just a fun time for kids, but a fun time for our four-legged friends as well. But there are a few things that we need to keep an eye out for while trick-or-treating with our families.
- Don't keep pumpkins with fire burning candles on the floor, or in an area that is easy for your pets to knock over. We don't want anyone getting burnt!
- Those scary mood lights or decorations you've hung can be a great chew toy. Make sure that they are secure/covered to keep those pesky vampire dogs at bay!
- Doors constantly opening and closing for those cute costumed kiddies can be very stressful for your pets. Loud noises and unfamiliar faces can easily scare pets. Keeping them in a separate room for the night can relieve stress for them and prevent any unwanted growling incidents!
- Don't leave your pets outside. Also, consider bringing outdoor cats inside, especially black ones. October can be an unsafe month for pets, as people can tease, steal, injure, or even worse. Don't take the risk.
- Dressing up your pets is awesome! But don't forget about them. Make sure they are comfortable and free to move, breath, and bark/meow. We wouldn't like being put in a costume that made us feel awful, and neither do they.
- Keep those Halloween treats out of reach. Chocolate is poison for dogs. If you notice any of the following symptoms please go immediately to your veterinarian. Symptoms of chocolate poisoning may include vomiting, diarrhea, rapid breathing, increased heart rate, and seizures. Halloween candies containing the artificial sweetener xylitol can also be poisonous to dogs. Even small amounts of xylitol can cause a sudden drop in blood sugar, and subsequent loss of coordination and seizures.
Last, but not least, if you are bringing your four-legged friend out for trick or treating, be sure that they have light reflective collars or clothing. With dimly lit areas and pets being close to the ground, they are very hard to see. Many distractions from decorations and costumes can divert drivers' and trick-or-treaters' attention and they may not see your pets. As well, if they somehow get away you want to be able to see/find them.


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A former journalist at the Boston Globe returns with a comprehensive, thesis-driven account of the political career of Robert Francis Kennedy (1925-1968).
Tye (Superman: The High-Flying History of America's Most Enduring Hero, 2013, etc.) develops the argument that RFK was an evolving human being and politician, a tireless attorney general and senator on whom nothing was lost. The author begins with his association with one McCarthy (Joseph) and ends, more or less, with another (Eugene, whom RFK battled in the 1968 presidential primaries). Relying on countless interviews, including the contributions of RFK's widow, Tye weaves a compelling story of Bobby's changes: his growth from the "ruthless" image his political enemies attached to him to the committed humanitarian, the friend of African-Americans, the enemy of poverty, and the outspoken opponent of the Vietnam War. We see his devoted support of John F. Kennedy's various campaigns, his vigorous performance as attorney general, his devastation after JFK's assassination, his rancorous relationship with Lyndon Johnson. But mostly it's his changes that interest the author. Not the student or scholar that JFK had been, RFK began to read—after the JFK assassination, he read Aeschylus and listened while he shaved to recordings of Shakespeare plays—and to inform himself deeply about the issues. Not a witty, graceful politician like his older brother, RFK worked hard to develop an effective style. Although Tye is a patent admirer, he wonders about RFK's relationship with Marilyn Monroe, and he is also unsure about a possible affair with widow Jackie Kennedy. The author chides RFK for such things as slanting his account of the Bay of Pigs, his perhaps excessive pursuit of Jimmy Hoffa, and his early hawkishness on Vietnam. But the contrary image is clear: a good, if not great man; an unspeakable loss.
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We had a most interesting day driving north to Bolton just north of Manchester. We spent our time with fellow blogger Peter and his wife Margaret from nb Kelly Louise.
They took us to the Portland Basin Canal Museum located in an old Ashton Canal warehouse on the junction of the Peak Forest, Ashton and Huddersfield canals. The museum was quite interesting; probably even more so when Peter started to translate the local dialogue coming from the mannequins!
The museum is on the ground floor and the basement. It appears the upper floors are apartments.
I hate to show my age but I actually recognised some of the implements and furniture in the kitchen and parlour.
Outside moored in the basin was favourite mother-in-law's accommodation
When we walked out to view the canal junction it started to look very familiar. We had passed this way when we completed the Cheshire Ring in 2007. I remember we either misjudged the turn or the towpath leapt out at us!
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Paris Is Blaming Its Bed Bug Problem on American Tourists(4 posts)
Paris hoteliers play the blame game, via Le Parisien:
A hotel on Paris's left bank told the French newspaper that every time they have a bed bug problem, the pests are "brought each time by American tourists."
The newspaper also noted that bedbugs are a regular fixture at Disneyland Paris — a spot popular with Americans.
Original article (French): http://www.leparisien.fr/paris-75005/les-punaises-de-lit-un-phenomene-explosif-a-paris-31-03-2017-6814422.php
Odd how they're smart enough to figure out the recurring source yet are unable to control the situation.
Odd how they're smart enough to figure out the recurring source yet are unable to control the situation.
From https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bed_bug#History :
Bed bugs were first mentioned in Germany in the 11th century, in France in the 13th century, and in England in 1583
Those were due to American tourists too.
It's okay, I blame European hoteliers for not understanding constants and variables and the scientific method.
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Sydney's leading summer session The Island LIVE returns to the Harbour on Friday 29th September for the official launch party of Season 4. Proudly presented by Tinder, alongside the Tropicool Events and UNDR Ctrl crews, The Island LIVE promises another stacked series of very special guest DJs held at one of the most picturesque locations in Sydney. We're celebrating the start of the long weekend in fine style, welcoming back The Aston Shuffle to headline alongside electronic princes Polographia and rising star Annie Bass.
Plus - just added Bag Raiders (DJ Set)!!
The Aston Shuffle have been dominating the Aussie dance music scene for years as producers, remixers and radio selectors. They opened Season 2 at The Island LIVE with a huge performance in 2015 and we've been dying to get them back ever since! Recent single 'Pass You By' backs up past bangers 'Only 1' and 'High With You' as killer releases, alongside remixes for the likes of SAFIA, Claude Von Stroke and Empire Of The Sun. PLUS… their weekly triple j show 'The Friday Night Shuffle' is an absolute radio institution and home to all the freshest sounds around. It's good to have you back boys!
Polographia first burst onto the scene with their breakout EP 'Sunsets'. But it was through the stunning follow up EP 'Friends', that the Sydney duo picked up national attention and full triple j support. 'Sly' featuring Winston Surfshirt remains a standout track and we've heard a sneaky peak of their new single and it's an absolute weapon! Anyone who caught Polographia DJing at the UNDR Ctrl 3rd Birthday can testify what legends they are too behind the decks too. #keen
Sydney artist Annie Bass has been named a star on the rise, and rightfully so. With her single 'Don't Want' released earlier this year she took the music blogosphere by storm, whilst gaining huge support with triple j and FBi Radio. Just back from New York, she's been preparing for performances at BigSound and Listen Out festival, before jumping into DJ mode at The Island LIVE.
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Thursday, October 11, 2012
Wool - Omnibus Edition by Hugh Howey
A self-published book which mainly marketed as an e-book and which has risen to extremely high place on Amazon's selling charts. The book consists of five separate short stories/novellas, which happen in the same setting and partly with the same characters. The setting is an underground silo where people have lived as long as anyone can remember. The outside world is barren, grey and extremely poisonous and can only be seen from monitors from the top floor of the silo. The worst punishment is a "cleaning" – you are sent to clean the cameras which are sending the real-time feed to the monitors. The worst crime is even hinting that you would like to go outside of the silo. That will always be punished by a cleaning. And no matter how strongly those who are banished swear that they won't clean the cameras, for some reason they always end up doing it. The stories slowly reveal more and more of the background and give hints what has happened and what the silo really is. The first short story was excellent; the latter longer ones were very good, but felt slightly too prolonged at places. The characters were interesting and had a refreshing degree of shades of black and white. Writing was also very good – something which made me pleasantly surprised. (One always approaches self-published works with some trepidation). The plot was also good and creative, but somewhat depressing at times. An extremely good book, one of the best self-published books I have ever read and something which apparently has made the author at least moderately wealthy.
550 pp.
2 comments:
- Andean, Inc. said...
A page-turner, for me, must have likeable characters. Many books are populated by selfish or evil characters so that, no matter how intriguing the plot, I don't really care what happens to them. "Host" by Stephenie Meyer is a story that kept me engaged because I liked both main characters (trapped in the same body) AND the philosophical questions about what makes humanity worth saving.
- August 1, 2013 at 4:46 PM
- tpi said...
Apparently that comment was a spam of some sort for Stephenie Meyer's book. As I believe that spamming is evil and spoils the reputation of the spammer and the thing which is being spammed, I won't remove the above post. I just note that I wouldn't ever buy anything in any circumstances which is advertised with spam. And I recommend that policy for everyone.
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Slot machines were introduced in the casinos in the sixties and from there on the conquered the casino world. Nobody, no gambler whom plays at the slot machines cannot say exactly why they prefer those "robbers" instead of blackjack or roulette.
Many casinos use slot machines because of the fact, that they do not require as much space as the roulette table or the craps table, they can be place along the walls, but even so they bring much more money that the regularly and well known casino games. People whom play at the slot machines, chooses them because of man reasons, they can be played easily, using coins or tickets, they are colorful and they can be played individually. This is important, but also interesting, if we think about the fact that all those slot machine gamblers enter in casinos to play by themselves. They are in a big room, full of other people, but in the main time they are all b themselves, playing at the slot machines.
If we also analyze the fact that the slot machines are the most popular among the other casino games, we can say that many people whom like to be alone enter in casinos daily> this is a very interesting idea and it is also funny and ironic, because we tend to imagine that casinos have as regular customers noisy people, whom like to talk and socialize, but the facts show us that this is not true, instead of noisy customers, casinos are full of quiet, shy persons.
Slot machines are so popular because they do not require to be a professional or a popular person or player, they are so popular because they offer peace and fun and winnings in the "casino universe" of anybody.


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Hand dipped right in store
Our chocolate tastes like no other in the world because our blend of cacao is a special recipe created right in our shop. All our chocolates are created in store, and by hand. Our small batches ensure that you get the freshest, highest quality chocolates and confections.


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Step 1Use two deep pans and put one chicken into each. Into each pan, pour 2 1/4 cups water, bring to a boil and remove the scum; add two chopped onions, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, one-half teaspoon ginger and one-half teaspoon saffron. Add salt and pepper and simmer, covered, for about 1 hour, turning the chickens occasionally.
Step 2Lift out the chickens and, when cool enough to handle, remove the skin and bones and cut the meat into medium-size pieces.
Step 3Pour the chicken stock with the onions into one pan only and reduce it by boiling it down until it becomes a thick sauce, about 45 minutes. Skim off excess fat. Stir in 4 tablespoons (one-half stick) of butter, the honey and orange blossom water, if using, and cook a few minutes more. Taste; add salt and pepper if necessary. Add the parsley and cilantro, and return the chicken pieces to the sauce. All this can be done in advance and reheated when you are about to serve.
Step 4Fry the almonds in the oil until lightly browned, stirring, then drain them on paper towels. Coarsely chop, or crush them with a mortar and pestle.
Step 5Just before serving, break the vermicelli into small pieces by crushing the nests in your hands. Cook the noodles in rapidly boiling salted water for 5 minutes, until al dente, stirring vigorously at the start so that the threads do not stick together in lumps. Drain very quickly and then pour them back into the pan. Stir in the remaining butter, cut into small pieces, and some salt.
Step 6Put the chicken with its sauce into a very large, deep, round serving dish. Cover with a mountain of vermicelli, and decorate with lines of the remaining cinnamon, powdered sugar, if using, and chopped almonds emanating from the center like rays.


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Troubleshoot Ergonomic Problems in Medical Transcription
Scientists have been studying how to make you comfortable while you do computer work such as medical transcription (and, thus, healthy and productive) for years. It's called ergonomics — except when it's called human factors engineering.
By any name, it's good news for people who spend a lot of time sitting in front of a computer, because it provides guidelines for setting up a workspace in a way that minimizes stress and strain on your body.
When sitting at your desk, a good ergonomic position means:
Hands, wrists, and forearms are aligned straight and roughly parallel to the floor.
Shoulders are relaxed, with arms close in to the body and elbows bent 90 to 120 degrees.
Thighs and hips are supported, with thighs parallel to the floor and knees at about the same height as hips.
Feet should rest comfortably and well supported on the floor.
Your back should have appropriate lumbar support, and your head should be balanced over your torso and level or bent slightly forward as you work.
Avoid arrangements that encourage you to lean forward, tilt your head back to look up at your monitor, reach to the side frequently to use a mouse or trackball, or prevent your feet from resting fully supported on the floor.
The guidelines of ergonomic design explain exactly how to set up your workspace to make all this happen. If your current equipment isn't very adjustable, try the workarounds suggested in this table, or buy new equipment that is.
|The Problem
|The Fixes
|The desktop surface is too high.
|Cut down the legs of the desk.
Raise your chair height and use a footrest to effectively raise the
floor height along with it.
Use a keyboard drawer to lower the keyboard and mouse.
|The desktop surface is too low.
|Elevate the desk by placing concrete blocks or boards beneath
the legs. Be sure whatever you use is strong and stable.
|The computer monitor is too high.
|Raise your chair height or lower your work surface.
|The computer monitor is too low.
|Elevate the monitor by placing books beneath it.
|The computer monitor is too close due to lack of desk
|Use a pull-out keyboard tray to create a deeper work
|The chair armrests are in the way.
|Remove them or get a new chair.
|The angle between your arms and your keyboard causes a slight
upward or downward bending of your wrists.
|Elevate the front or back edge of the keyboard to attain
neutral wrist posture.
Raise or lower your chair height or keyboard height.
|When your chair is at the proper height to make everything else
work, your feet are no longer resting comfortably on the floor, and
your lower body alignment is thrown out of whack.
|Use a foot rest to effectively raise the floor.
When you've achieved an ergonomically correct position, that doesn't mean you should sit in it as still as a statue. In fact, you should change positions whenever you feel the need.
If you're leaning back a bit, sit up straight. Move your legs around beneath the desk. Stand up for a few minutes now and then. Avoid locking yourself in a single position to avoid tying your muscles in knots.
There are a lot of details to keep in mind when working on the specifics of ergonomics for your workspace, but it's well worth the effort to match every one of them as closely as possible. This figure shows how all these things work together.


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There is value in all of these methods, but we believe that the proper place to begin your analysis is by looking at the business that underlies the stock you're considering for an investment. This is a process generally known as fundamental analysis, because it focuses on what the company is doing, week by week, month by month, quarter by quarter, and year by year, to generate revenue, manage costs, forge a profit, and find ways to expand the business.
Earnings and revenues are perhaps the two most basic elements of fundamental analysis. They are naturally among the first things that any investor should make sure to pay attention to.
Revenues are the lifeblood of a healthy business; if it isn't making sales, it can't pay its bills. Earnings are simply the profits that are left over after a company has met all of its capital obligations. One of the mistakes about analyzing these items that a lot of people make, however, is whether a stock's latest earnings announcement met, exceeded, or failed to meet the market's expectations. From our perspective, that's a little bit like a child looking at the pile of presents she got for Christmas and saying, "is that all there is?"
I believe that the most important aspect of a company's earnings and revenues reports comes in the pattern they establish over time. SEC regulations require that stocks listed on U.S. exchanges report quarterly and annual results. Financial websites like reuters.com, finance.yahoo.com, and others, compile these results and make them easy for any investor to review and analyze.
Under ideal circumstances, both earnings and revenues should be seen to increase on both a quarterly and annual basis. I also prefer to see earnings growing slightly faster than revenues as an indication the company maintains strict cost controls. Keep in mind, however, that deviations from the ideal are not always indications of problems, but should be used to help generate questions and dig deeper for more insight. One of the most common examples of this is when revenues grow over a period of time, but earnings do not. Increasing revenues are a positive, but the fact the company failed to increase profits as well could be attributed to several factors. Has management failed to contain spending properly, or are they perhaps investing in research, development or acquisitions that have temporarily curbed their profit profile? Earnings and Revenue Growth is an excellent way to judge that.


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Camp My Moment 2017
GOF Program Manager Rachael Carmichael shares details of our 2017 Camp My Moment in Nicaragua. 2017 brought 50 girls from six different orphanages, ages twelve to eighteen, to the mountains of Nicaragua for five days in December. The camp focuses on issues of self-esteem, assertive communication, goal setting, and healthy decision making.
As the warm air changed to cold, I could feel the nervous anticipation radiating from all 50 campers as our bus approached the mountain camp that would be our home for the next five days. The girls clutched their hot pink sequined backpacks and pillows with cartoon pillowcases and stared out the windows with big eyes. The bus bumped and bounded up the last hill and I knew camp was starting.
The girls unfolded from their seats and excitedly poured out of the bus with their bags in tow. With almost twice as many campers in attendance as the year prior, our bins overflowed with an abundance of camp supplies.
The counselors called off campers names, assigning them to their specific cabins, and passed out their brightly colored bandanas. Each girl grabbed their very own Finish Line bag filled with various essential personal products. The most prized possession of the goody bag were the fresh pair of socks and a donated sweatshirt, especially in the brisk mountain air. The campers had traveled from six different orphanages, scattered across Nicaragua to the beautiful northern mountains for Camp Mi Momento.
We gathered for the first evening huddle and the camp directors energetically explained the rules and schedule for the week. The night ended with the shouting of the camp motto that would be repeated throughout the week, "Que hora es?!" What time is it? Fifty of the sweetest and most excited voices rang out, "Es Mi Momento!" It's my moment!
The week consisted of daily charlas (lessons) which focused on issues of self-esteem, assertive communication, coping skills and other topics of self-worth and empowerment. Hikes, tie-dye, dance parties, crafts, campfires, and shared stories were peppered through the days and evenings.
By the end of camp tears filled the eyes of campers and counselors alike. Girls from different parts of the country exchanged addresses and promised to write and never forget each other. As the bus pulled away the the girls happily chatted and laughed - a marked difference from the quiet nervousness five days prior.
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Tame Cutter (Cutter)
(March 1, 2002 - September 14, 2014)
Dear Greyhound family,
I sadly report the passing of Tame Cutter (SEGA tag #1010) on September 14, 2014. He suffered severe seizures on Saturday, September 13. On Sunday, September 14 he was diagnosed with liver and spleen cancer. Cutter was my wonderful companion and best friend for over 10 years. He will never be forgotten and will ALWAYS be loved. What a kind hearted little gentleman!
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Playing Online Roulette in South Africa
Here's some great news if you play real money casino games in South Africa. Despite a bunch of unclear laws that do nothing more than confuse online roulette players in South Africa, the number of licensed and regulated offshore online gambling sites is increasing.
But figuring out where to play, what to look for, and what to be mindful of can be a bit confusing. So we've laid it all down on the table with some vital information below along with a quick FAQ. Read this page before you think about playing at any South African online roulette website.
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In reviewing these sites, we consider the banking options, the security, the site's licensing and accreditation, software, support, and the number of options that a player has for betting on roulette. Additionally, we will test the desktop version of the site, the instant play, and if there is a mobile app, we will test the performance for mobile play. You can rest assured that we have analyzed the roulette sites we review from top to bottom.
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With so many people accessing the internet through mobile devices, there is a demand for games like online roulette on tablets and phones. The best sites have met this demand by developing high quality mobile versions of their casinos and by offering apps for iOS and Android. Learn more about which kinds of devices you can play on:
South African roulette players can find a nice selection of options for playing on the iPhone. Most models of Apple iPhone offer reliable performance and the betting is quick and easy.
Online roulette and the iPad go well together. With the iOS operating system, the high-quality screen, and apps that are designed for the system, the iPad provides and experience that is sure to impress.
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If you decide to play roulette online, South African authorities say that you might be in violation of the law. So if you're technically doing something that's not quite legal, should you pay taxes on it? We're not so sure. To be honest, we recommend you chat with a tax lawyer before deciding whether to report your winnings as income. It's a bit of a slippery slope, so it's important you get the right information from someone who understands all the implications of winning at an SA roulette online website.
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Got a new smartphone from Vodacom or Virgin? Then you might want to save some space on your smartphone for a few South Africa online roulette apps. Several casinos offer them, and many that don't have dedicated apps let you play through your web browser. We should tell you, however, that mobile phones are better suited for other casino games, like blackjack and slots. With the spinning wheel and a large betting board, playing at roulette online SA sites isn't always a great experience.
Do online casinos in South Africa offer welcome bonuses?
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A good SA online roulette site offers more than just email support. Look for sites that welcome you over toll-free phone or through live chat. While every Internet gambling site is located offshore, the good ones have customer support agents that speak English and work on a schedule that works for South African players.


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Sculpted Tree Ant
The Sculpted Tree Ant (Cataulacus ebrardi) is commonly found in the Old World tropics, living in the canopy of trees. They nest in twig cavities and use their heavily armored heads to block the nest entrance holes. These ants exhibit directed gliding behavior: if falling from the tree they can orient themselves back to the trunk instead of getting lost on the ground.
This 3D model was created as a visual description of this particular ant species studied by a myrmecologist at the North Carolina State University. She uses the interactive model online as a reference to her work, and in conference presentations. See the model in the 3D viewer at Sketchfab where it can be manipulated to examine all sides.
Media: digital
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Wall thimbles are used when chimney passes through combustible wall. When properly installed it maintains required clearances. Painted black.
It is UL listed to standard UL641 as a Type L low temperature venting system. This venting system must be used with appliances requiring this venting standard. Commonly used for wood pellet burning appliances.
1" clearance to combustibles must be maintained when installed.


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MINECLOSURE2018 thanks for so many good fullpapers.
In the next few days, every author will get his submission confirmed and the reviewers will keep an eye on the full paper.
Each theme block will be present at the conference in separate sessions, because of the great number of submissions. So we will have the wide range of mine closure topics in Leipzig.


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One afternoon not too long ago, I got a text from River West, whom I've jokingly referred to as my work wife for a long time. She's an amazing photographer – way better than I am! And sometimes occasionally I have the honor of working alongside her. In her text message to me, River said that she and her precious boyfriend, Will, were planning on running to the courthouse THAT WEEK to get married and asked if I'd join them to do photos. I immediately cleared my schedule and planned to be there. (Thanks so much, mom, for coming up to Atlanta at the last minute to babysit my son for me!)
Y'all, I've cried at so many weddings. But on this day I REALLY cried. Words can't express how happy I am that two such warm, amazing souls found each other and realized so quickly how perfect they are for each other. This is the kind of fairy tale love that we pray to find as kids growing up, and after spending any amount of time with River and Will, you'll see that they belong in their own romantic comedy.
River and Will, I wish you both the very best, and I love the heck outa ya. PS. Happy Birthday, Will! <3
After getting courthouse married, we headed over to Arabia Mountain Park to do some couples photos and exchange vows. Well, River and Will exchanged vows. I cried behind my camera and tried to take photos. I'd like to also note that it was COLD COLD COLD and windier than heck. Thank goodness Will has such warm hugs and kept us from turning into ice cubes. <3
Special thanks to Robin of Rhapsody in Blooms for the GORGEOUS flowers.
ohmygod!! so in love and i love them in their jackets so much!!!!
These are so real and raw and organic. I just love the amount of love you were able to capture. Truly inspiring work
You have such a way of capturing moments. Really. You are one that always stand out. These are fantastic. Innnn love.
I just love your style. You are such a talent.
Beautiful shots! I just love that you captured the whole day. Such emotion!
wow oh wow. The emotion!!!! The joy, the tears! I would have been crying too because these images already are making me a little teary-eyed. You truly captured them, and their love. I'm so happy for them. By the end of this, I was so invested I forgot I didn't know the couple. Amazing job.
wow!! i love your work so much! they way you capture details and moments is truly a gift!
Ohhh!!! I love how happy they are & their little adventure at the end (: This is soo, so sweet.
Oh my gosh! These are so beautiful. My brother and his fiancé just eloped last weekend and these make me so sad that I wasn't able to be there to capture it for them. The look absolute happy and in love, stunning!
These are so sweet and intimate!
I'm not crying! You're crying! Seriously, these are amazing and so emotional!
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Just switched my pc on and came up with this message and then the Windows options page to reboot in safe mode etc but ive tried everything and it still keeps on returning to this.Ive even tried PC Doctor disc but its not allowing anything .... appreciate any advice
Without any hardware specs or computer model I can only guess. Maybe your CMOS battery is weak or dead and the BIOS settings need to be reset.
Boot into the BIOS (setup) screens and see if the date is wrong. That is a sure sign that the battery is dead. You need to reset values, including, evidently, your processor settings like the multiplier and FSB.
Out of curiosity, have you been doing a BIOS update?
HI sorry about not putting model number! its a sony vaio desktop PCV 2211 and i remember seeing on the bottom right hand side when all was working fine that the computer was updating something automatically . also the other thing i installed was a usb sound card which auto installs and this works fine ,,, thats it after shutdown the next time i tried this happened and its never happened before so i can only assume it was the computer doing auto updates or the usb soundcard installation ..... thanks for replies, i'll try the BIOS setup screen later
Hi, i haven't been doing a bios update, it just came about unexpectedly, the computer proir to switching off, i remember the update icon was active on the bottom right and i had just installed a usb soundcard at the same time it was doing this .... ive just checked that the date/time on the bios page is correct
Hmm. Not sure but I still suspect BIOS battery. They are very cheap so it might be worth changing. The other possibility is to remove the battery for a while and which will set BIOS to defaults (there might also be a jumper for this).
If there have been any manufacturers change to setting away from defaults these will need putting back but they are usually obvious and not too technical.
See if anyone else has any ideas before you do anything.
Hi, thanks for all your advice ... only i found out that all that was causing the problem of start up was in fact the mouse!! How i found that out was i disconnected each item i had connected and restarted the system and it worked fine when the mouse was disconnected .... however the Bios message remains but im unconcerned because it works!! Thanks to all again !!
Strange, sounds like you had two issues, the mouse plus the BIOS problem remaining. I'll leave you decide whether or not to go ahead with my #5 at some future time.
Thx for popping back to let us know and glad to hear that you hunted out the culprit for the startup issue.
Crazy enough, I had the same problem sort of, was putting windows 7 on an old windows xp computer because I couldn't bear to part with the big processor and all the ram I've invested in it and just buy a new one. It shut down and I got the same bios error as op and the screen would not do anything or go anywhere! , found this board, unplugged by my usb mouse and plugged in the green port mouse and wala it worked. Thanks!!!!!
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If you're staying close to home and you're looking for something to do, there are plenty of options in Central Mass. Not only are the there several fireworks shows to choose from, there is a strong lineup of community events.
July 6: Independence Day Celebration opening remarks at 6:30 p.m. at the Dr. Arthur and Dr. Martha Pappas Recreation Complex, Pakachoag Street. Children's activities, including games and pony and train rides, will be held from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Outriggers concert will begin at 7 p.m. Fireworks begin at 9:30 p.m. Shuttle service will be available for parking at several offsite locations. For more information, call (508) 832-7736 or go to www.auburnguide.com.
July 12: Activities will begin at 6 p.m., refreshments will be available and there will be a fireworks display at 9:20 p.m. at the Veterans Athletic Complex fields, West Boylston Street. The rain date is July 13.
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July 11: Amusement rides will be hosted by the East Brookfield Fire Association and Friends for the Community 6-10 p.m. at Connie Mack Field, Connie Mack Drive. For more information, contact (508) 867-6769 or email firstname.lastname@example.com.
July 12: Events include a pancake breakfast from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the East Brookfield Baptist Church, 262 Main St.; carnival opens at 11 a.m.; a wheels parade for children at 11:30 a.m.; a parade along Main Street beginning at noon; a firemen's muster at 2 p.m.; talent show and karaoke from 2 to 6 p.m.; a softball game with the East Brookfield Baptist Church versus Friends for the Community, 3:30 p.m.; kids water games at 3:30 p.m. and chicken barbecue, 5 p.m. Bad Tickers will perform from 7 to 9 p.m. in the gazebo. Amusement rides, crafters, vendors, food booths and more will be ongoing from 1 p.m. Fireworks will be at 9:30 p.m. at Connie Mack Field, Connie Mack Drive. Starting at 6 p.m. admission is $2, which goes towards the fireworks expense. The rain date is July 13. For more information, call (508) 867-6769, ext. 314, or email friendsforthecommunity@ yahoo.com.
July 29: A Doll Carriage and Bicycle Parade will begin at 1 p.m. and a chicken barbecue will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. Tickets for the barbecue are $10 for a chicken plate and $8 for a hot dog and hamburg plate. The Amazing Duck Race will begin at 6 p.m. All events are at Riverfront Park, 40 Commercial St.
July 4: The 54th annual Fourth of July parade will begin at 10 a.m. and proceed from Summer Street to Main Street to the Upper Common.
July 5: A block party will be held from 5 to 11 p.m. on Main Street. Fireworks will begin at 10 p.m. off Rollstone Hill.
July 2: Music will begin at 5 p.m. with Bare Hill Band, No Man's Land, Background Orcs, Good Cookin and Alright at Fruitlands Museum. Fireworks will begin at 9:15 p.m. The parking fee is $20; $10 if someone in the car is wearing a 2014 Fourth of July T-shirt.
July 4: Parade starts at 11 a.m., 13 Ayer Road. Flag raising and field events will immediately follow the parade, followed by Beach Games at the Harvard Town Beach. For more information, e-mail firstname.lastname@example.com.
July 5: Fireworks at 10 p.m. at Fino Field.
July 2 through 5: The Millbury Lions Club will sponsor its annual carnival from 6 to 11 p.m. July 2 through July 5 at Windle Field on Canal Street. Fireworks will begin at 9:45 p.m. July 5. July 4 fireworks canceled.
July 6: Fireworks at 9 p.m. at Lasell Field, Northbridge Middle School, Linwood Avenue.
July 4: The Orange Community Band will celebrate July 4 with a 7:30 p.m. concert on the Bandstand in Butterfield Park, Orange. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Stephanie Parker will conduct the Patriotic-themed concert, which is sponsored by the Orange Post 172 American Legion. Tim Sweeney will be Master of Ceremonies.
July 6: A concert will be held at 4:30 and 7:15 p.m. in Rotary Park. Fireworks will begin at 9 or 9:15 p.m. Congregate at Rotary Park, Kennedy Drive, for the fireworks, which will be behind the fire station. The rain date is July 12.
July 6: The Fire Brigade will hold the annual chicken barbecue at 4:30 p.m. and the Lions Club will host a strawberry festival at 5 p.m., both behind the fire station. A band concert on the Common by The Help Wanted will run from 7 to 10:30 p.m. Fireworks are scheduled to go off at 9:20 p.m. at Memorial Field.
July 6: The town's 66th annual parade has been postponed to July 6 because of rain. The parade will begin at 1 p.m. at Central Tree Middle School, ending at Rutland Heights. The theme is "Christmas in July." Parade registration is 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
July 5: Events include Anne Marie Gordon Junior Olympics for children 5-12 at 9:30 a.m. and a volleyball tournament for teens and adults at 11 a.m., both at Memorial Field. A Bike and Doll Carriage Parade will begin at 1 p.m. on Sunny Common. Registration is at noon. A road race will begin at 5 p.m. Registration will be at 4 p.m. on the Town Common. A lip sync contest will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on the Town Common. Registration will be at 5:30 p.m. Finnish Society Red, White and Blue Dance with music by CMAC will be held from 8 to 11 p.m. at Sovittaja Park. Admission is $6.
July 4: Because of the forecast, officials have canceled the annual Family Day Fourth of July Celebration. There is no makeup date.
July 6: Fireworks will begin at 9:30 p.m. at Spencer Fairgrounds.
July 5: Old Sturbridge Village will hold an Independence Day Celebration that will include the signing of a huge copy of the Declaration of Independence, taking part in a Citizens' Procession and playing old-fashioned base ball. The celebration will be from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road. The cost is $24; seniors, $22; Children 17 and younger will be admitted free when accompanied by an adult.
Fireworks, food, music and entertainment will be from 6:30 to 10 p.m. at Old Sturbridge Village. Fireworks will begin at dusk. Before July 1, the cost is $10 for members, $14 for nonmembers. The fee at the gate is $16. For more information, call (800) 733-1830 or visit www.osv.org.
Due to predicted rain, fireworks have been moved to 9 p.m. Sunday, July 6. Information on other events will follow.
July 4: The 58th Annual Jamboree featuring a horseshoe tournament, silent auction, live entertainment, food and more will be held from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the East Woodstock Common.
July 1: The reading of Frederick Douglass' speech, "The Meaning of the Fourth of July to the Negro," will be at noon on the Worcester Common (behind City Hall), 455 Main St.
July 5: The Massachusetts Symphony Orchestra will kick off the Summer Concert Series at 8 p.m. at Cristoforo Colombo Park on Shrewsbury Street. The park will open at 6 p.m. with kids' activities and food. A ceremonial flag raising will begin the festivities at 7:45 p.m. A fireworks display will begin at 9:30 p.m.
July 5: The CrossRoads Church is hosting a free concert and cookout at 7 p.m. in their parking lot, 25 Belmont St. Guests may stay and watch the fireworks.
July 4-6: The Cars of Summer will roll into Green Hill Park for the July Fourth holiday celebration. In addition to a display of classic cars, the event will feature a live antique auto auction, vendors, a food court, live bands, a kid zone and more. It runs from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. July 4-6. A three-day spectator pass is $30; one-day walk-in admission, $10; children 12 and younger, free with paid adult. Green Hill Park, 50 Skyline Drive, Worcester. For more information, call (508) 832-7007 or visit www.carsofsummer.com.


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This article examines the history of Asian migration and exclusion in the Americas by focusing on the intersections of national histories, transnational migration, and the globality of race. Beginning in the mid-nineteenth century, a transnational conversation about race, migration, and national security circulated throughout North and South America. The subject was the global migration of Asians and the alleged threat they posed. By examining the circularity of Asian migration within the Americas as well as the transnational nature of anti-Asian racism, this article seeks to revise our understandings of transnationalism and contribute to the larger global history of race.
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TI-83 Plus Graphing Calculator For Dummies
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Table of Contents
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Part I: Making Friends with the Calculator.
Chapter 1: Coping with the Basics.
Chapter 2: Doing Basic Arithmetic.
Part II: Advanced Functions, Complex Numbers, and Solving Equations.
Chapter 3: The Math and Angle Menus.
Chapter 4: Dealing with Complex Numbers.
Chapter 5: Solving Equations.
Part III: Dealing with Finances.
Chapter 6: Finding the Best Deal.
Chapter 7: Loans and Mortgages.
Chapter 8: Savings and Investments.
Part IV: Graphing and Analyzing Functions.
Chapter 9: Graphing Functions.
Chapter 10: Exploring Functions.
Chapter 11: Evaluating Functions.
Chapter 12: Drawing on a Graph.
Part V: Sequences, Parametric Equations, and Polar Equations.
Chapter 13: Graphing Sequences.
Chapter 14: Exploring Sequences.
Chapter 15: Parametric Equations.
Chapter 16: Polar Equations.
Part VI: Probability and Statistics.
Chapter 17: Probability.
Chapter 18: Dealing with Statistical Data.
Chapter 19: Analyzing Statistical Data.
Part VII: Dealing with Matrices.
Chapter 20: Creating and Editing Matrices.
Chapter 21: Using Matrices.
Part VIII: Communicating with PCs and Other Calculators.
Chapter 22: Communicating with a PC with TI ConnectTM .
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Kettle is a free and open source Extract-Transform-Load (ETL) tool made by Pentaho. The tool is similar to Safe FME in that it provides the means to extract and transform data from a variety of data sources such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, SQL Server, a variety of NoSQL, APIs, text files, etc.
Kettle can be used to automate the extraction, transformation, and publishing of data to update Socrata datasets by making use of the City of Chicago's open source ETL toolkit.


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Jeffrey Bullins
Assistant Professor of Communications
Jeffrey Bullins is an assistant professor in the Communication Studies Department. He teaches courses in audio and video production, editing, media history, and assists in overseeing the operation of the department's audio lab facilities. He holds a B.F.A. in Studio Art from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. While there, he became interested in working with sound through digital arts courses. Later, he gained a M.F.A. in Sound Design from the Savannah College of Art and Design. Prior to coming to Plattsburgh, Jeffrey taught and worked professionally in Atlanta, Ga.
Jeffrey has worked as a sound designer, editor, and mixer for feature films, TV shows, commercials, and short films. Films he has worked on have received festival accolades, aired on broadcast television, and his project, Nirvana: a short film about lung cancer, screened at the 2015 Lake Champlain International Film Festival. In other areas of media production, Jeffrey has experience as a recording engineer, live sound mixer, and editor. These experiences directly influence his teaching philosophy which focuses on a balance between conceptual and hands-on training.
Jeffrey's research interests include many facets of sound for film including genre studies. His master's thesis examined sound design in American horror films from 1931 to 2000. This research continued with his essay, "Hearing the Game," which analyzes sound in the Saw film franchise and is featured in the collection, To See the Saw Films. His examination of sound as it relates to Breaking Bad and the Western genre will be featured in the 2016 collection, New Frontiers: Re-locating the Sounds of the Western. Beyond sound studies, Jeffrey's essay, "Know Your Killer: Changing Portrayals of Psychosis in Horror Films," was published in the 2014 book, A History of Evil in Popular Culture. He also contributed entries to the 2015 Encyclopedia of Japanese Horror Films.
- M.F.A., Savannah College of Art and Design
- B.F.A., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Teaching Areas
- Audio Production
- Video Production
- Digital Editing
- Sound for Film and Video
- History of Electronic Media
- Writing for Radio and TV
- Media Convergence
Research Areas
- Sound for Film
- Genre Studies
- Cinema's Conversion to Sound
- Technological Impacts on Audio/Video Production
- Sound's Impact on Audience Perception and Participation
Jeffrey's Links
- Bullins Sound — https://www.facebook.com/BullinsSound
- Vimeo — https://vimeo.com/bullinssound
- Academia.edu — https://joesillysottile.academia.edu/JeffreyBullins


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iSwinging 2: Record Breakers: the updated version of the original iSwinging with more exhilarating swinging and jumping, more breathtaking competition modes, and more cool characters. In iSwinging 2, there are 6 different characters available.
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iSwinging 2: Record Breakers - the updated version we even add the disaster mode, in which you are about to experience more exciting moments as all the buildings are constantly sinking or collapsing.
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In iSwinging 2: Record Breakers, there are 5 different upgradable powerups to purchase, collect, and upgrade, and 3 different disposable props to help you get further or save you when the time calls. What's more we add all brand new achievement system with juicy rewards. Are you ready to face all new challenges?


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Westboro's back in the news this week, but not for its usual hate-filled protests at the funerals of soldiers or victims of mass shootings. No, the organization, which has fewer than 100 members, is down two more now that Megan Phelps-Roper and her sister Grace, granddaughters of Westboro founder Fred Phelps, have publicly announced their departure. Megan was well-known as the "face" of the organization, using social media to spread the group's message.
But Megan's Twitter feed, which once sent as many as 150 tweets a day, had been silent since Oct. 30 until this week when she posted a link to an online statement titled "Head Full of Doubt/ Road Full of Promise," revealing that the two young women had left Westboro and their family.
"There's no fresh start in today's world," she wrote, quoting from "Batman." "Any twelve-year-old with a cell phone could find out what you did." But she concluded her statement with: "The changes we make in our lives will speak for themselves."
Megan confessed that the two sisters knew they'd "done and said things that hurt people" and said they "regret that hurt."
The 27-year-old admits they aren't sure what they'll do next. "We're trying to figure it out together," she wrote. She also emphasized their love for their family. "They now consider us betrayers, and we are cut off from their lives…. We will never not love them."
Just a little more than a year ago in an interview with the Kansas City Star, Megan said, "I don't want to be led astray." That article ended with her saying she was there, with the group, because she wanted to be there. She believed, she said. "I'm all in."
But something happened. Megan explained it to online journalist Jeff Chu: Her doubts started when David Abitbol, an Israeli Web developer and founder of the blog Jewlicious.com, responded to a comment of hers about homosexuals with, "But Jesus said, 'Let he who is without sin cast the first stone.' " She found it "funny" that a Jew would quote Jesus, but then Abitbol pointed out something besides homosexuality that was punishable by death, according to the Old Testament.
"I realized that if the death penalty was instituted for any sin, you completely cut off the opportunity to repent," Megan told Chu. "And that's what Jesus was talking about."
She continued to question Westboro's doctrine until realizing, "The idea that only WBC had the right answer was crazy."
As expected, Westboro has basically denounced the Phelps-Roper sisters, posting a video on its Twitter feed that explains its official position "on all members who fall away."
The sisters are hardly alone in their decision to abandon Westboro. At least 20 members, with three-fourths of them in their teens or 20s, have left the organization since 2004, according to the Kansas City Star.
Fred Phelps's son, Nate, left the family at midnight on his 18th birthday in 1976; he's working on a book about his experience and travels around the country speaking out against Westboro.
A cousin, Libby Phelps-Alvarez, who ran away from her family while her parents were at a demonstration four years ago, said on the "Today" show that she had not seen her family since: "My aunt e-mailed me and said that nobody wants to talk to me anymore."
Phelps-Alvarez said that the protest at the funeral of a soldier married to a friend of hers led to her departure from the group. She says she believed she was "brainwashed" into accepting the group's extreme beliefs.
Lauren Drain's memoir, "Banished," to be released March 5, tells about her seven years at Westboro Baptist Church. Her father was working on a documentary about the group but became so fascinated that he moved his family from Florida to the Phelps compound when Drain was 15 years old.
The U.S. Supreme Court wasn't able to stop Westboro's demonstrations at the funerals of America's soldiers slain in war; instead, Westboro's right to free speech was upheld in a March 2011 decision.
What precipitates the end of Westboro's reign of hate may come from within, as the newest generation chooses to escape from the family business.
Diana Reese is a freelance journalist in Overland Park, Kan. Follow her on Twitter at @dianareese.


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Following the great success of our "magic sand" we decided to give the littlest an opportunity to play with some magic of his own.
Substituting the baby oil for coconut oil meant that he could play play play, and I did not have to worry about him putting any into his mouth.
He loved it! And he ate some…
I did have to stop him putting it into his mouth at some point, as I had visions of a mouth full of gooey magic sand and me fishing it out with a spoon!
As always parent supervision is needed xx
Edible Magic Sand Recipe:
1 cup coconut oil
8 cups of flour
Place it into a bowl and mix together! It is that easy.
I left it in the bowl and let him play with the texture through his fingers.
He felt it, squished it – ate it – dug a little – squashed a little…
Next time Ill add some scoops and cups for him to play with!
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Sixth Form students have study periods. These non-contact lessons must be used constructively to ensure learning and good progress: they are not to be viewed as free time.
Independent study is an essential skill that has to be learned in order to be successful at A-level. There is a difference between study at GCSE and A Level. An independence of mind can only be achieved through reading or researching.
Study lessons should be used for this, and to complete homework set by teachers. For every scheduled lessons of a subject, a student is expected to complete the same amount of time independently studying, during study periods in school and at home in the evenings and weekends.
Those students in Year 12 who understand the importance of effective independent study have benefited greatly in their progress and achievement.
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"It's nearly impossible for me to get a decent credit rate because of false information on my credit report. Now what?"
"I was turned down when I tried to refinance my home. They say I have a foreclosure on my credit report, but I've never had a foreclosure! How do I fix this?"
Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion are the three major credit reporting bureaus in the United States. When you apply for credit for a major purchase – say, a car loan or home mortgage – or even for a credit card, the creditors base their "yes" or "no," as well as the interest you will be charged, based on these scores. The merchant or lender may check with one or more of "The Big Three" to make their decision.
You should keep in mind that your credit report is a constantly changing record, and rarely do all three major credit bureaus have identical information. This is because different merchants and creditors report to different credit bureaus. Compounding this problem, some collection agencies intentionally and illegally provide information to "The Big Three" credit bureaus in an attempt to force payment. They are wise to the consumer's potential application for credit down the road and understand that the consumer may pay, even if they don't owe.
As in other situations of potential bad news, it is human nature to be anxious about finding out where one stands. It is, however, critical to stay on top of your credit history in order to avoid situations such as confused identities, other incorrect information, identity theft or other problems. Consumers often worry that online requests for credit reports will damage their credit standing even further. Free copies of your credit report, from each of the three credit bureaus, can be requested, once every 12 months. We recommend that you send a written request by mail that you can Credit Report Request Form, or if your situation is time-sensitive, you can download your free credit bureau reports at www.annualcreditreport.com. If you have been denied credit within the past 60 days, you are also entitled to a free credit report. Whomever supplies the bureau with the information (known as the "furnisher") that triggered the credit denial will be named.
Let us show you how to stay up-to-date and how to be proactive about maintaining accurate credit reports and ratings.
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Mistakes can be made at any point along the way in a credit card contact purchase. As a consumer, when you take the time to contact the credit card company about the merchant you feel made an error, you will feel more powerful about your ability to act responsibly for the benefit of your credit worthiness. You will need to provide several pieces of information for a successful dispute. You can begin correcting inaccurate information with this Sample Dispute Letter. We can give you additional support in completing your dispute – free of charge!


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Farmers get 800 ha in agrarian hot spot
LUCENA CITY—Alma Rabena, 44, a longtime tenant of the vast Hacienda Matias in San Francisco, Quezon, in the province's Bondoc Peninsula, said this year would be her most memorable Christmas as she received on Friday her certificate of land ownership award under the government's agrarian reform program.
Samuel Solomero, Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) Quezon II officer in charge, said that aside from Rabena, 311 other tenants from Hacienda Matias also received their land titles in a simple ceremony at San Francisco municipal hall.
He said each land reform beneficiary received land but were allotted a maximum of 3 hectares from the 639-ha portion of the Matias estate.
On Thursday (Dec. 18), another 190 ha from the estate owned by Juanito Tan, also in San Francisco, were distributed to 102 tenants.
The Quezon farmers fought to have big tracts of lands in the Bondoc Peninsula area covered by the government's agrarian reform program. In the course of their struggle, six farmer leaders were killed while some 400 criminal cases, mostly for theft of coconuts, had been filed against more than 300 tenants, records of Kilusang Magbubukid ng Bondoc Peninsula (KMBP) showed.
Solomero said the DAR would distribute 2,317 ha in the Bondoc Peninsula towns of San Francisco, San Narciso, San Andres, Buenavista and Mulanay, which would benefit 1,481 farmers.
He said the DAR was committed to complete the land distribution until the end of the month while the agrarian reform beneficiaries would be formally installed in their farmland next month.
Maribel Luzara, KMBP president, said they would hold a special thanksgiving feast and Mass to celebrate the occasion. But she said the beneficiaries must be ready to defend their land as past experience showed that harassment from goons of displaced landowners follow the land distribution.
Jansept Geronimo, spokesperson for Kilusan para sa Tunay na Repormang Agraryo at Katarungang Panlipunan Quezon who also witnessed the land distribution ceremony, urged President Aquino to fully support the beneficiaries so they could be safe and keep their lands productive. Delfin T. Mallari Jr., Inquirer Southern Luzon
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Community Support
When we opened Moss Chiropractic and Wellness in Olney 30 years ago, we were newlyweds. We raised our family here, and as Olney has grown and flourished, so have both our family and our practice. Through our work, we have been able to touch and improve the lives of literally thousands of people. Giving back and making a difference in the community is one of our core values and has been among the most rewarding aspects of being a business owner. We support multiple institutions, events and organizations that are vital to the health and wellbeing of our region.
Here is a partial list:
Olney Chamber of Commerce
Sandy Spring Museum Strawberry Festival
Alex's Run
Jeremy's Run
Sandy Spring Lion's Club
Our Lady of Good Counsel/Performing Arts Center
Fair Hill Shopping Center
National Night Out


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Global Now
Post the Global Now assignment as a new post that will appear on the home page. (Scroll over "Global Issues" in the bar at the top of the page. Scroll down to "new" and choose "post." This option can also be found in the menu in the dashboard.) Please post the assignment by Thursday at noon so there is time for all of us to read the work before we meet in recitation. Come prepared to talk about your own post and those of your colleagues. If you have trouble posting, send me the assignment via email.
We are adapting the assignment–rather than voting and having formal presentations (as is noted on the assignment guidelines), we will have more informal discussions as we view the posts in class. This means you must come prepared each week to:
- present your ideas clearly;
- to engage with the ideas of your colleagues (you should have two specific comments or questions written in your notes to contribute to the class discussion); and
- to connect the examples—your own and your colleagues—to course readings and themes.
You will be graded on your post as well as your participation in the discussion.
*Add tags to your posts so we can track emergent themes.
For the title of the post, create a short descriptive phrase. Also include your name with each post.
Global Studio
We will discuss this assignment in more detail in recitation. In the meantime, take a look at the guidelines (posted below) and begin keeping a notebook of your ideas as they develop.


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