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Nevada's controversial background check ballot initiative, Question 1, claimed a narrow victory early Wednesday, despite failing in 16 of the state's 17 counties.
Clark County voters approved the measure by a margin of 9,901 votes — out of more than 1.1 million ballots cast — making background checks mandatory for most private gun sales and transfers in Nevada.
Supporters believe Question 1 will close the "loopholes" in the federal law by preventing sales to prohibited buyers online and at gun shows, but detractors argue the backdoor attempt at a gun registry criminalizes the most trivial behaviors of law-abiding gun owners, like loaning or selling a gun to a friend, and does nothing to prevent guns from falling into the wrong hands.
The Nevada Sheriffs and Chiefs Association disavowed the ballot measure in July as unenforceable. The National Rifle Association spent $6.6 million combating the weekly ads from national gun control groups — funded largely by former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, a liberal mega-donor responsible for pushing similar background check ballot measures across the country.
Nevadans for Background Checks, a Bloomberg-bankrolled state political action committee devoted to getting the ballot measure passed, touted its own law enforcement support in a flurry of ads released last month. All told, the campaign spent nearly $19.7 million pushing Question 1 before the polls closed Tuesday.
"Voters have made clear that they support common sense gun safety laws like background checks," said Joe Duffy, campaign manager for Nevadans for Background Checks. "And now we celebrate the hard work and dedication of all of our supporters over the past year who have made this win possible."
"This fight was in honor of all those killed by senseless gun violence and today we are one step closer to making Nevada a safer place for all of us," said Elaine Wynn, co-chair of the Question 1 campaign. "That's something we should all be proud of."
A day before the polls opened Tuesday, casino mogul Steve Wynn — Elaine Wynn's ex-husband — publicly reversed his support of Question 1, telling local media he now believed the measure's wording too restrictive.
"I think that anytime we restrict constitutional rights of any citizen the grounds on which disqualification and being listed on a criminal registration should arbitrarily be decided by bureaucrats," he told NBC 3 News Las Vegas.
The NRA applauded Wynn's "stunning" turnaround and hoped it would be a "game changer" of sorts in the election.
"Like many unsuspecting Nevadans, Mr. Wynn believed the Bloomberg campaign's false claims that Question 1 would keep guns out of the hands of criminals and make Nevadans safer," Robert Uithoven, NRA Nevadans for Freedom campaign director, told Fox News. "Wynn went on to concede that the NRA Nevadans for Freedom is right when we say that this measure will criminalize the commonplace activities of Nevada's law-abiding gun owners. The truth is Question 1 will not make Nevadans any safer. It will instead cost law-abiding citizens time, money, and freedom."
Statewide polls indicated majority support for Question 1 going into Election Day, including a Las Vegas Review-Journal survey of 800 likely voters that found 54 percent would vote yes on the ballot measure versus 38 percent opposed.
G.C. Gates, editor of the Nevada Carry blog, said Wednesday the 50-49 percent vote surprised him for being "much closer" than he expected.
"Clark County lost us the vote because it has a large urban population with no tradition of shooting sports, unlike in Maine," he said. "I think California ex-pats and Black/Hispanic minority groups also hurt us because of they tend to lean towards gun control, despite being disproportionately more affected by it. All of these factors were baked in when Everytown targeted Nevada."
Everytown for Gun Safety, one of Bloomberg's national gun control groups, backs background check initiatives nationwide, including Maine's near-identical Question 3, which failed 52-48 percent Tuesday.
"Even with this loss, Everytown just found out they can't easily knock out states in their initiative pushes," Gates said. "More concerning is the fight we'll have against apathetic, ill-informed gun owners and the Democrat state legislature."


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Tormund (Kristofer Hivju) and Brienne (Gwendolyn Christie) are the couple to watch on Game of Thrones this season. The Wildling set his sights on the valiant female knight last season — much to the delight of fans — and Kristofer Hivju seems to be leaning into the on screen flirtationship. The actor shared a video on Instagram of himself operating two action figures — one of Brienne and one of Tormund — in what amounts to a Game of Thrones meet cute.
"Hello, my name is Tormund. And I'm a giant. That's why they call me giantsbane," the Tormund action figure (voiced by Kristofer Hivju) says. Acton figure Brienne then mauls him with her sword — yahoo for strong women!
Clearly, Hivku is on board for this relationship, or at least on board to tease the hell out of it on social media. In an interview for HBO Nordic posted to his Facebook page, the 40-year-old actor explained that Tormund isn't really "romantic," per se. Although, hey, romance is subjective.
"I think romanticism for [Tormund] would be eating meat in a cold tent with a fire," he said. "I'm not sure if all women think that's romantic — probably the free folk [think so]." As for Tormund's idea of a perfect date, Hivku said it would involve a "huge mountain" and a dead sheep. And, save for Sheila the bear, Brienne is the only woman for Tormund in Westeros.
Christie seems to agree. She told Access Hollywood at the season premiere that she thinks her character and Tormund would make a "very, very good couple."
At what point can we declare them the new Mulder and Scully?
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Technology – Meaning and Effects on Life
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The technology was coined from the Greek word technologia, which refers to a "skill" or an "art". It simply refers to the utilization and cognition of techniques, tools or methods of organization. It could also mean the in-depth analysis of…Continue reading


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Did you notice? Freescale didn't say only; they said first. Which suggests they see ISO 26262 as a growing trend in automotive. If so, I think they see right.
If you're unfamiliar with ISO 26262, let me provide the Reader's Digest version. First and foremost, it applies to automotive electronic or electrical systems that could pose a hazard (i.e. hurt people) if they malfunction. Examples include anti-lock brakes, traction control systems, adaptive cruise control systems, engine control units, and digital instrument clusters.
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The standard isn't concerned with how well such systems perform. Rather, it's about reducing the risk, and mitigating the effects, of any malfunction that may cause injury or death. So even if something bad unexpectedly happens in a 26262-certified system — and the assumption is that bad things will happen, no matter how well the system is designed and tested — the system will minimize potential harm. For instance, consider the scenario where a high-priority software process enters an infinite loop and starts to gobble up CPU cycles. Obviously, it's important to prevent this error from happening in the first place. But even if it does happen, the system should prevent the rogue process from starving other critical processes of CPU time. It should also achieve a graceful recovery from the failure state.
ISO 26262 applies to production passenger vehicles with a gross mass up to 3500 kilograms (7716 pounds). Anything else is out of scope. But while the scope is limited, the standard itself is comprehensive. It covers functional safety aspects of the entire development process, from requirements specification to product decommissioning. And in case you were wondering, it's closely related to IEC 61508, the international safety standard with a very long history and which many other safety standards reference.
So why do I think that 26262 is on the ascent? For starters, the first edition of the standard was published less than a year ago, yet a silicon vendor has already spent the considerable effort to get an MCU certified. Achieving certification to a standard like ISO 26262 doesn't come easy, so I assume Freescale did it only because they anticipate market demand. (Disclaimer: This statement isn't based on any special knowledge of Freescale's business, but is simply my opinion. Interpret it as such.)
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Meanwhile, the LinkedIn group dedicated to 26262 has more than 3600 members and grew by more than 50 members last week alone. If you visit the group, you'll find engineers from automotive OEMs and tier ones looking for guidance on satisfying 26262 requirements — a sure sign that support for the standard is gearing up.
From what I can tell, things haven't gotten to the point where a company has been mandated to have its automotive systems certified to ISO 26262. But it will happen. And chances are, it will snowball: the more companies that adopt the standard, the more others will feel the pressure and follow suit. Which means it's only a matter of time before more ISO 26262 product announcements show up in my Google alerts.


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Posted: Dec 05, 2014
Teacup puppies are a type of purebred dogs. They are very attractive and unique type of dog. These dogs weigh 4 lbs. It is a type of toy dog. These dogs are very small in size. A toy dog is one that weighs 7 lbs. or less than that. Teacup puppies are named so, as it can fit into a teacup. It is normally not more than four pounds at maturity.
There is a misconception that the Teacup puppies become ill easily, but this is not true. Though their immunity may be compromised, as they are very delicate to handle, hence we need to take extra care of them. It needs regular bathing and vaccination after a certain period. Their immune systems become normal as they grow. The average lifespan of a Teacup puppy is 10-15 years. They do not grow more than seven pounds in its life. They are the miniature version of already small breeds like Beagle, Maltese, Chihuahua, or Yorkie. The most common type of Teacup Puppies is Yorkies, Pugs, Chihuahuas, Poodles, Pomeranians and Shiz Tzus.
These micro dogs are most popular due to their cute looks. Teacup puppies are more easily transportable and can live even in a small apartment. They are easy to handle and can be taken anywhere without any difficulty. They are easy to clean and cost less to feed. Most of them remain tiny throughout their lives.
Teacup puppies are more expensive than the regular-sized dogs. Many teacup schnauzer varieties require regular grooming and upkeep. Because of their smaller structure, they require special attention. Most of the breeders breed them in a mass scale, as they are high on demand. The breeders do not give appropriate attention and take less care of them to earn more profit. This is why many teacups are prone to health problems, like respiratory disorders, hypoglycemia, fragile bones and compromised immune systems. This results in expensive vet care.
Not all teacups are suitable for every environment. Hence, one should compromise his own life style, his daily routine, schedule and household activities. He should think of the presence of children at home, as some of the teacups are nervous in nature. Teacup puppies do not always prosper well in an environment with children or larger dogs. They are delicate and vulnerable to injury from rough handling. The breeder can tell about the habits, personality and health status of a Teacup puppy only after it is at least 6 weeks old.
One must purchase a Teacup puppy from a reputed breeder only after thorough health checkup from a vet. The breeder/ vet should provide at least one-year health guarantee.
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Below please find job vacancies at all locations: UNT (includes Frisco), UNTHSC and UNT Dallas (includes UNT Dallas College of Law), UNT System Administration.
The UNT Office of the Provost manages the career site for regular faculty, librarians, academic administrators and research faculty positions.
Students positions are published here: UNT Career Center, UNTHSC Career Center, UNT Dallas.
Job listings are on a separate website; these links take users to those sites.
Find the Hiring Manager's Toolkit for guidance with recruiting and hiring.
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All applications must be submitted online. Links to job listings, above, take applicants to the online application site. Follow the prompts on the application forms. (ADA accommodations are available upon request.)
When an application is submitted, it is a final document that cannot be changed.
If you have technical problems, contact Talent Acquisition or the Human Resources Records Center, 1-855-878-7650, Option 3, weekdays, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Applicants are subject to a criminal background check (and a drug screen at UNT Health Science Center) before an employment offer is confirmed.
The UNT System participates in E-Verify, the federal program that verifies eligibility for employment using Form I-9.
If you have been an employee at any UNT System location for a minimum of six (6) months, you may apply online to transfer to another UNT System location or department.
Can I save my application without finishing?
Yes. Click on the Save and Stay on this Page button. This allows you to return to the application and see data through the last page that was saved, even if you have not completed all required fields. You have the option to save changes before leaving the page. A saved application is not a completed application. Only completed applications will be considered for employment.
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Please email Talent Acquisition or call 1-855-878-7650, Option 3.
Will my application be considered for other positions?
The applicant must apply to each published opening to be considered.
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How can I check the status of my application?
Log in to the job application site to see a box with the all the jobs you have applied for and their application status, along with pertinent information. In Process means the position is open and based on your skills/qualifications, you may or may not be contacted for an interview. Position Filled indicates a candidate has been hired.
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107 Johnson Avenue, Memphis, TN 45610 / Tel# (609) 875-2004 Email: [email protected]
Seeking position as sales associate where knowledge of fashion industry will be of value.
· Customer Service
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WAverly wear, Memphis, TN
6/2002 – Present
Sales Associate
Generate sales of men's and women's fashions. Assist customer's with merchandise selection. Cultivated close relationships with return customers to effectively increase purchases.
· Stocked and displayed merchandise effectively.
· Designed aesthetically pleasing window displays to draw in customers.
· Helped store manager with buying merchandise.
RRC Ranch wear, Memphis, TN
6/2001 – 9/2001
Sales Representative
Assisted customers in merchandise selection and manned cash register.
· Stayed abreast of industry trends to improve merchandising.
· Consistently recommended accessories and upsold products.
· Beat sales quotas each month.
Sam's sporting goods, Memphis, TN
98 – 2001
Handled all cash register operations as part-time cashier. Helped customers locate merchandise.
· Provided professional, friendly customer service.
· Studied merchandise to better assist customers.
· 100% attendance record.
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It can be nice to get a self-cleaning oven. In hate to clean off your oven like several do, this is vital have attribute. All you do is push the button for self-cleaning and in time it is taken care of. It is actually amazing.
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Doctors Had Trouble Finding a Vein During Botched Oklahoma Execution
The Oklahoma inmate who died of a heart attack after the state botched his execution had to be injected in his groin because doctors couldn't find a viable vein anywhere else.
Prison authorities say Clayton Lockett was Tasered the morning of his execution when an emergency response team discovered he had intentionally sliced open his right arm. He was transferred to a medical facility, where guards checked on him every 15 minutes. Lockett, who was reportedly fighting his restraints, refused to eat or speak to lawyers.
When the execution began, the phlebotomist was unable to find a suitable vein in his arms, legs, or feet and eventually had to inject him in his groin. Within 20 minutes of the injection, the curtains were lowered because Lockett had begun to convulse and call out.
[Prisons chief Robert] Patton, who was present at the execution, asked the doctor whether enough drugs had been administered to kill Lockett; the doctor said no. Patton then asked whether another vein was available and whether there were enough drugs remaining to continue; the doctor said no to both questions. The doctor then said Lockett had a faint heartbeat and was unconscious.
Patton eventually called off the execution and within ten minutes, Lockett was pronounced dead.
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Noticeable decline in US company annual reports.
Paragraphs is proud to announce we have won two awards from ARC this year for both Baxter Healthcare Corporation and Exelon Corporation. A Gold was won for Baxter and Honors for Exelon. We've been involved with the ARC awards for almost 20 years and have always been thrilled to compete with organizations committed to conveying their story through the annual report.
After celebrating, we took the time to review the awardees from other categories. When doing so, it was hard not to acknowledge a noticeable decline in participation from American companies. This posed a question among the team, and Paragraphs' President (Robin Zvonek) took some time to reflect on this discovery:
Is the USA falling behind?
A clear trend has evolved in the annual report awards arena and especially in the ARC competition. Over the last few years, sadly, US companies are barely squeaking out wins. I looked over the results for 2012 and about 85% of all wins across every industry were a foreign held corporations — China, Hong Kong, Turkey, Canada, Mexico, SRI Lanka, South Korea, Singapore, Germany, Bahrain, Luxembourg and more. China and Hong Kong had the most wins collectively.
The foreign held corporations still believe their annual report is a strong investor communications tool. They have in-depth stories, more charts, more information, more photos, inviting infographics, full financials, tone, and personality. When an investor looks at these annual reports they clearly understand the company and where it is headed. They can easily decide whether the company is worth their continued interest.
The US versions have become watered down versions of what an annual report should be for their readers. How much can we cram into a 10K wrap? What do we really need to tell our investors? Are they really reading it? How many pages can we cut? How can we save? Can't we just put it online? Facebook, really?
A costly trend
I get it. It's a tough economy. Everyone wants to be perceived as being cost efficient and effective. But every company needs to ask itself what has this trend cost us? Do all of our constituencies really understand who we are, what we do, where we are going and why they should trust our company to deliver real results, year after year?
The quality of messaging, vision, strategic thinking and execution is lost in a 10K wrap. It is barely decipherable on the web. Scrolling, clicking, zooming to read…what happened to the good, old fashioned format — holding an annual report in your hands, looking a full-size pictures that convey emotion, excitement and intelligence, feeling the quality of the paper, being able to jot notes in the margins of the financials?
So sad, in an Olympic year, the US has come in dead last and it's because we weren't even trying.
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News have spread that Lucas Film is going to stop directing and producing the Star Wars cinematics series.
In due respect, certain producers are helping out with potraying Star Wars. Whatever happened to Darth Vader? Did he really die in the last episode of Star Wars?
After hours of searching, we've finally found Darth Vader. In Japan…
To catch up on this story, I have found the hidden camera of the building. Check it out for the scenic ending.


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See Claude Monet: The Truth of Nature, featuring more than 120 paintings spanning Monet's entire career. The monumental exhibition will focus on the celebrated French impressionist artist's enduring relationship with nature and his response to the varied and distinct places in which he worked. Denver will be the only North American destination for this exhibition. Your ticket to Monet includes general admission.


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- Best Financial Calculator
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Best Financial Calculator:
Financial calculators are a required tool for most business, economic, and accounting majors and can be an expensive investment. The best financial calculator is easy to use, has a variety of different functions that will help you with your calculations, such as amortization, loan payments, interest rate, cash flow, and more. Finding the best financial calculator can be a difficult task since there is many different models available with price ranges from $30-$100+. We judged our picks for the best financial calculator for students based on the following categories: price, useful functions needed for class, ease of use, and exam acceptance.
HP 12c Financial Calculator
The HP 12c is one of the easiest to use advanced financial calculator available on the market. The large layout of the buttons makes it ideal because it requires less searching for function buttons, thus making you more productive. According to the CFA institute, the 12c is one of only two calculators that is allowed during the CFA exam. The large 10-digit display is easy to read and provides large LCD numbers, which can be either a positive feature or negative. Some of the competition features a two-line display, which makes doing calculations somewhat easier, but the layout of those machines are often a hindrance. The HP 12c has over 120 business and finance functions such as, amortization, cash flow, bonds, loan payments, and more. The downsides? The 12c has a higher price than a lot of the competition. Read Full Review
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HP 17bII+ Financial Calculator
The HP 17BII+ is an easy to use two-line display financial calculator that does over 250 finance and statistics functions, including two variable forecasting. The built in 28K memory allows you to store functions and data. Using the device is easy, but does take some time reviewing the manual because you must learn how to input various functions. The downsides? The two variable statistics and forecasting are great for basic statistics, but for students who take advanced classes they will need to use a computer program and not a calculator. Overall, the HP 17BII+ is a great financial calculator for students, and has plenty of built in extras for various other math related classes. Read Full Review
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Texas Instruments BA II Plus Professional Calculator
The TI BA II Plus Professional is one of the best financial calculators for students on a budget. The calculator has many financial functions that solve basic to advanced financial problems such as amortization, cash flow, and much more. One great feature is that the calculator is loaded with trigonometric functions and logarithm functions, including the natural logs, which are great for students who incorporate calculus in their classes. Economic students benefit greatly from this function because they not only have to perform financial applications, but also must incorporate calculus in related problems. Overall, the BA II Plus is a great budget financial calculator that does many functions that students require for a diverse set of classes. Read Full Review
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Texas Instruments BAII Plus Scientific/Business Calculator
The TI BA II PLUS is the less expensive version of the TI BA II PLUS professional, but still has all the functions needed for finance students. The calculator features finance functions such as amortization, bonds, cash flows (up to 24 uneven), depreciation, and more. Overall, this CFA exam certified calculator does all the basics that statistic and finance students need at the high school and college level at a budget price. Read Full Review
HP 10BII Financial Calculator
The moderately priced HP 10bII financial calculator is easy to use, has over 100 business and math applications, and is allowed for use on the CFP certification exam. One great feature is the statistical analysis of mean, linear regression, weighted mean, and linear regression. Typically, these functions can be found on the higher priced TI-83 calculators, but is a rare feature on a low priced financial calculator. This calculator can also handle the basic financial functions such as loan payments, amortization, interest rate, and more. Overall, the HP 10bII financial calculator provides all the essentials for students, and comes at a budget price. Read Full Review
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Best Scientific Calculator:
Scientific calculators are useful for basic tasks for which a graphing calculator is not needed. Examples include basic physics, finance, or any calculations using dimensional analysis. For instance, they are helpful for converting Celsius to Fahrenheit and meters to angstroms. We will look at the scientific calculators on the market today and judge them based on their number of features, their looks, and their value. We also consider solar models.
Sharp EL-W516B Scientific Calculator
First we'll warn you that if you don't like a lot of features, this model is not for you. With the EL-W516B, Sharp has reinvented the concept of the scientific calculator. It displays four lines of text and shows entered expressions in condensed textbook form. It sports over 530 scientific programs and four programmable macro keys. You can even solve algebraic equations. The EL-W516B is battery-powered. At lower than $20 why bother with anything else? Read Full Review
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Casio FX-115MS Scientific Calculator
With a natural textbook display and over 279 functions, the FX-115MS is hard to beat. It can solve linear equations (not symbolically) and also uses solar when possible but has battery power when solar is not available. It has great aesthetics too. It does not support RPN, but it is otherwise a fully-featured engineering calculator at a low price with great reviews to boot. Definitely don't forget to check this one out. Read Full Review
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HP 35s Scientific Calculator
The HP's main claim to fame is reverse Polish notation support. Some people may find that perplexing, but it allows you to enter long expressions without using parentheses. Expressions are entered from the center outwards. The battery-powered HP features over 100 functions and 800 storage registers. It supports fractions and has a two-line, 14-character display. Forty-two built-in physical constants are included. It supports standard algebraic entry as well. It is quite pricey but at the time of writing there is a promotion where you can at least get a free HP 10S calculator in a bundle with this one. This should get you through any class at high school or college not requiring graphing. Read Full Review
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Texas Instruments TI-34 II Explorer Plus Scientific Calculator
The TI-34II is a basic, well-priced scientific calculator that should cater to most needs. It has a large body of high reviews and it has a two-line, 10+2 (10 mantissa, 2 exponent) display with up to 88-character support after scrolling! This is a solar model, so you'll need light to use it. It has a clean interface and color-coded, functionally organized keys. Reportedly, it's also very durable. Its aesthetics and durability may suit younger students. Read Full Review
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Texas Instruments TI-30X IIS Scientific Calculator
The TI-30X IIS is a hybrid-powered (IIB is battery-only equivalent), quite simple calculator. Like the TI-34, it has 88-character support and a 10+2 normal display. Its appearance is more conventional and it has basically the same features at the TI-34. Like the TI-34, this is a bog standard scientific calculator with no textbook display support. It supports up to 23 levels of parentheses and has many built-in functions. Read Full Review
Best Graphing Calculator:
Graphing calculators are a necessity at quite a young age these days. Even my seventh grade math teacher wanted me to get a TI-83! From AP Calculus tests to solving engineering problems, easy to use calculators can make your life as a student a lot easier. Some support reverse polish notation (postfix notation/stack), but all here support standard parenthetical (infix) notation as well since most students don't have a use for RPN. All these models are approved for the AP Calculus test/SAT and provide features recommended by the College Board. They all perform functions that can get you through basic calculus courses in college, although some do more than others. Note that these are the best calculators for students specifically, not overall. That means it needs to be popular and easy to figure out. We even take into account the range of games you can put on the calculator, but that's obviously not our primary criteria.
Texas Instruments TI-89 Titanium Graphing Calculator
TI's Motorola 68000-based TI-89 provides a built-in computer algebra system akin to computer software such as Mathematica and Maple. It can simplify mathematical expressions and perform partial fraction decomposition, useful for some intermediate calculus classes. Basic algebra, systems of equations, limits, derivatives, and integrals are also possible and can be performed symbolically. It can plot most anything including 2D, parametric, polar, and differential equations. Unfortunately it is too powerful to be allowed on the ACT exam, although it works for the SAT and APCalc. It's a little more expensive than the others and if you're not past the ACT you probably don't need a calculator this advanced. The TI-89 does support USB for downloading programs. Read Full Review
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Texas Instruments TI-84 Plus Silver Edition Graphing Calculator
This calculator is probably the most popular in the K12 system, right along with the TI-83. The TI-84 offers some minor improvements over its younger brother:a USBport and clock functionality. It has slightly faster processing as well, due to a higher speed Z80 CPU. This popular calculator offers 2D, polar, and parametric plotting. It does not have a computer algebra system, so don't expect to be able to perform anything symbolic like simplifying equations, at least without external software that can be downloaded. On this calculator, finding limits, derivatives, and integrals can only be done graphically, not symbolically. It can do slope and definite integrals only with limited non-symbolic accuracy, so it probably can't help you with most true calculus homework. Of course, plotting is helpful. This calculator can be used on the ACT, SAT, and APCalculus tests, among other standardized tests listed at the TIwebsite. Read Full Review
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HP (Hewlett-Packard) 50G Graphing Calculator
A little nicer aesthetically than the TIcalculators, the HP50g offers a computer algebra system and has great performance at a low price. It uses a 75 MHz ARM9 processor and can be hooked up via USB. It even has an SDslot. Standard plotting functions such as 2D, parametric, and polar are supported, along with differential equation plotting. The computer algebra system is a huge plus of this calculator versus others. Unfortunately it is prohibited on the ACT test. It's not as popular as the TI-84, but more functional and cheaper. Many may opt for the TI-84 instead due to its popularity and test acceptance. The HP 50g's symbolic derivative and integral capability might come in handy for calculus, though. It supports more obscure reverse Polish notation (RPN) as well, so if your old-timer parents want to use it, you're in luck! Read Full Review
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HP (Hewlett-Packard) 39gs Graphing Calculator
The HP39gs is a great deal at around $50. It does not have a computer algebra system like the HP50g but it does functions similar to the TI-84. USB is supported for uploading programs, and it includes a very fast ARM9 processor. It doesn't support RPN. It will plot in 2D and is expandable with many downloadable programs on the web. The 39gs is quite possibly the best value in the industry right now. Yes, unfortunately it's not as popular as the TIs and maybe not as familiar to some people. It's an awesome choice for anyone on a budget and it looks pretty good physically, too. Read Full Review
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Casio FX-9860GII-L-IH Graphing Calculator
Casio shows us that TI and HP aren't the only games in town. The 9860's a great value and performs the same basic functions as the TI-84. It can perform many graphing functions and will be useful for undergrad math. It's accepted on the ACT, SAT, and AP Calc tests. It can also use USB. However, extra programs for it aren't as easy to find as for the other calculators. I like the looks of the other calculators better too. This calculator is worth it if you're on a budget, and it has spreadsheet support. Ultimately though, it's just not going to be as easy to follow along with the teacher when they're using a TI. Read Full Review
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Numbers never lie. But sometimes you need to double-check what they tell you. Which is why we have calculators. There are all kinds of calculators designed for a myriad of applications; but sometimes all you need to do is add a few numbers together or maybe even subtract them from one another. Sure you could do that in your head, but you're human...you make mistakes. Calculators don't. These basic calculators each do the standard mathematical functions every calculator worth its solar panels is supposed to: add, subtract, multiply and divide. Many of them also have memory, square root, and percentage functions as well, for the more complicated equations in life. If you or someone you love needs a basic calculator in their life, give these five a moment of your time. They've each been chosen for our list based upon the following criteria: ease of use, functionality, power sources, portability, durability, and price.
Sharp Electronics EL243SB 8-Digit Twin Powered Calculator
No bells and whistles here, just simple computation buttons along with the very helpful clear entry (CE) key. This little calculator from Sharp is small and functional for students to take with them to school or for home use in balancing the checkbook. Read Full Review
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Casio SL-300SV Solar Powered Standard Function Calculator
Casio's SL-300V is a good basic calculator for those who need a larger display and bigger numbers on their keypad. The unit functions on dual power sources and offers all of the standard mathematic functionality you'd expect from a simple calculator. Read Full Review
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Texas Instruments TI503SV Handheld Pocket Calculator
The first of two Texas Instruments calculators, this TI503SV has an ergonomic design to its curved cabinet. The blue color gives it more personality than your run of the mill device, making it a perfect fit for young kids. The battery life here is also among the best on our list. Read Full Review
Texas Instruments 108 Basic Solar Calculator
This basic calculator is perfect for young students who need a device to help them solve math problems for school. The unit is highly durable for the less than delicate behaviors of small children who may not take tender loving care with their belongings. It's okay though, this calculator can take it. Read Full Review
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Canon Office Products LS-555H Business Calculator
This compact little unit from Canon is fully functional and portable, in a clamshell case that folds shut when not in use. The display is large but the keys are not, which makes it easy to stick into your pocket; if not entirely easy to use for those with larger fingers. Read Full Review
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STEVEN MACLEAN knew how big a deal his cup final clincher was when it reduced his dad to tears for the first time.
MacLean was booked for whipping off his shirt to celebrate but the booking was worth taking after docs told him he might never play again.
The Peebles-born hitman suffered a knee injury as a kid at Rangers and again this season when surgeons feared he was finished.
But he roared back in style to clinch a historic Scottish Cup triumph for St Johnstone.
After his late strike MacLean ran to the corner of Celtic Park where his family were, including sister Vicky who flew in from Australia in midweek.
MacLean said: "It's been a long old road and to be part of it and score a goal, the feeling is incredible. The ball broke and I just went it. When I saw the keeper coming I just tried to smash into him.
"Thank goodness it broke, I stuck it in and the rest of it was a bit of a blur. I had about 70 people here and knew they were in that corner.
"I always said if I scored I would run there and then the top came off.
"I knew I'd get a booking. It was late on so I thought 'Okay, the top is coming off'.
"I was looking for my wee boy Luke who was there with all his mates. I was just trying to get hold of him. All I could smell was booze from the crowd!
"I'm so close to all my family. I've never seen my dad Gus greet in his life.
"I went and saw him and he was crying his eyes out. Days like this – it might never happen again. I'm getting on a bit.
"A cup at St Johnstone, it's been 130 years and it means so much to everybody from the guys in the dressing room to TC, auld Chalky, everybody. The gaffer, everyone.
"My sister came over from Australia and we're so close and it was great for her to be here. She arrived from Sydney on Wednesday and goes back on Monday. We might not sleep for a couple of days.
"I've got my coaching badges this week. I might not make the Sunday session but I'll be there on Monday.
"There's a big party at McDiarmid tonight, a few beers and a few champagnes so I might not sleep."
MacLean reflected on the moment last October when he was told his career was in the balance and said: "My missus' face dropped to the floor. I said to her there and then, 'I'll get my coaching badges, I promise'.
"That's why I'm signed up to the course to try to get my A licence but hopefully I've got a few years left in me yet.
"Those injuries make all this worthwhile and the worry you go through makes you a stronger person.
"It can be tough at times and when you get days like this you've got to make the most of it. The game itself is a blur.
"We've played better but I think we did okay although we rode our luck at times. They had a shot that went across the line but we had our chances.
"When they had the free-kick that came off the bar and hit Alan Mannus and didn't go in you say to yourself, 'Is this our day'. I think our back four were incredible.
"Big Frazer Wright, Steven Anderson and Brian Easton held us together.
"I don't know when it will sink in what we've achieved. Maybe when I wake up in the middle of the night I will realise – if I do wake up!
"In all seriousness it could be 20 years before we realise just what we've achieved. This team could go down as legends and I hope so because they are hard-working boys.
"There are no superstars in there, no boys who don't do the hard graft and don't go the extra mile for their team-mates.
"Stevie May deserves a special mention because he's had a great season. He never got his goal on this occasion but he worked his tail off for us."
Meanwhile, Easton was delighted to join James McCarthy in becoming a major trophy winner – and his old Hamilton buddy was there to see him lift the Cup. McCarthy won the FA Cup with Wigan last season and Easton said: "James was sitting with my friends but I have not spoken to anyone yet.
"I have not turned on my phone but there are going to be a few messages.
"I have always been asked about McCarthy and James McArthur's success in the FA Cup and I have been that proud of them but they have showed the same support to me.
"It means a lot to everyone. It is not just a winner's medal you get, you add to your legacy."
Easton also shared his dream day with his family who were in the stand and added: "It is mental. I remember right after the final whistle I ran over to where my family and friends are sitting and gave them a wave.
"That was really special because there were so many of them, something like 42.
"Hopefully they all had a brilliant day. We are going up to Perth for the celebrations so I don't think I'll get to see them.
"We were saying at half-time 1-0 was a dangerous scoreline, it was very close.
"But it was brilliant at the end, it was just a wee bit surreal I think. I'm so happy for everyone involved at the club as they are so passionate. I remember feeling in the hotel like it was just a normal game.
"When you get out there the adrenaline started flowing but the boys started like we have been playing all season. Everybody put in a shift."
United hit the woodwork twice but Saints enjoyed their fourth win in a row over the Tangerines and Easton said: "I have always believed you make your own luck.
"They hit the post, they hit the bar and it could easily have hit off Alan Mannus and gone in but that is when you think it is your day. The fact it didn't is just brilliant."


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A while back I heard about a church that had rented space in a casino. I have heard of schools, movie theaters, community centers, aerobic rooms, and, even, bars, but a casino was a first.
When a church meets in places like this there are some obvious critiques that will be made, but I'm sure this is the most common…
What if the person has trouble with gambling? Then go to another church that doesn't meet in a casino…there are plenty around.
But, I like what this says about the church willing to take the risk! It says this is…
- A church that is more interested in reaching the not-yet-convinced than the religious.
- A church that wants area churches to know, "We aren't after your attendees!"
- A church that truly believes culture can be redeemed.
- A church that believes people really matter to God, and sees an opportunity to impact the Casino staff members and customers.
- A church that believes the stories of Jesus hanging with drunks, prostitutes, and thieves weren't just a nice stories…they were meant to be lived.
- A church that has stated, "We will exist for the unique transformation and elevation of the neighborhood, city, village or region where we are located."
Those are principles I can get behind no matter what the methodology!


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Hey Everyone! Today's post is a Nails Of The Week, and I am going to be reviewing the leopard print nail transfers I showed in my Topshop haul.
I bought these Nail Rock Nail Wraps in Topshop for just 50p! I thought the design was really unique and worth trying.
To apply these nail transfers, clean nail surface with nail varnish remover, and then use a nail buffer to remove surface shine. This makes it easier for the stickers to stick to your nail. Using warm hands, apply the best fitting size to your nail and push down firmly over the nail. Tuck the end under the nail and file the nail to remove the excess sticker.
This method sounds fairly simple but the technique can be tricky and needs a little practice. As you can see from my photos above, the nail stickers apply well but are a little rough around the tip of the nail. I would also suggest applying a top coat to help seal down the sticker and make it last longer.
Overall I think these nail transfers are great fun and they come in a range of cute patterns. They can be tricky to apply, but with practice they can look amazing!
Thanks for reading! I would love for you to leave a comment below if you have any good nail recommendations or blog requests 🙂


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Assisted Living Facilities are designed for
individuals that need assistance with basic
activities of daily living (ADL's). These activities
are self-care tasks that we all learned in childhood,
but become more and more difficult to perform
as people go through the aging process. ADL's
include feeding, bathing, toileting, dressing
and grooming, walking and transferring plus
self administration of medications.
Assisted Living or Assisted Living Facilities
(ALF) or Community Based Residential Facilities
(CBRF's) are usually used by people who need
assistance with their daily living. These people
find it difficult to live on their own without
relying heavily on family, friends or a home
care agency. People who use Assisted Living
Facilities may require medical care in addition
to receiving assistance with ADL's, but
they can still maintain some level of independence
and do not yet need the level of continuous
skilled nursing care found in institutions like
nursing homes.
Assisted Living Facilities are licensed and
regulated by state guidelines. They are grouped
into three classes depending upon the level
of care provided. Typically "A"
class signifies very little external help with
ADL's whereas "B" and "C"
class progress in the amount of care that can
be provided. A "C" class assisted
living facility is licensed to provide all levels
of care including most skilled medical care
tasks, which traditionally used to be only managed
through nursing homes. Prairie Home is a Class
"C" ambulatory (CNA) CBRF facility,
which is licensed and regulated by the State
of Wisconsin to serve residents who are ambulatory,
semi-ambulatory, or non-ambulatory but one or
more of whom are not physically or mentally
capable of responding to an electronic fire
alarm and exiting the facility without help
or verbal or physical prompting.
People generally choose between home care, assisted
living or nursing home care depending upon the
amount of independence the individual can maintain,
the amount of care needed, and the cost of that
There are many types of people who can benefit
from residing at an Assisted Living Facility.
Assisted Living is ideal for elderly individuals,
or couples, who are capable of some level of
independence but require assistance with the
basic activities of daily living. They
may also have some medical concerns that require
supervision or continuous attention. An
ALF is also a safe place for those suffering
from Alzheimer's or Dementia related problems.
Assisted Living is an ideal living arrangement
for disabled individuals as well as those recovering
from hospitalization or illness and in need
of medical supervision.
are many benefits for those who choose to live
in an Assisted Living facility. The most important
benefit is derived from the basic concept of
"assisted" living. The philosophy
of assisted living is that it promotes independence,
autonomy, privacy and dignity for the residents
who live there. The concept of Assisted
Living is more concerned with the approach towards
care rather than the actual care received.
This concept is important to families struggling
with the less appealing option of placing their
loved one in a traditional nursing home. Assisted
Living facilities strive to maintain the current
level of independence enjoyed by residents,
but with additional supervision and support
when necessary.
One important benefit gained for residents and
families alike is family roles are often restored
when caregiver responsibilities are taken over
by trained staff. The professional care
provided by assisted living facilities relieves
the stress and burnout experienced by families
when dealing with loved ones who need daily
Currently, more than a million Americans live
in an estimated 20,000 assisted living residences.
Assisted living residents can be young or old,
affluent or low income, frail or disabled. A typical
resident is mid-eighty and is either widowed or
single. Residents may suffer from Alzheimer's
disease or other memory disorders. Residents may
also need help with incontinence or mobility.
Prairie Home Assisted Living provides:
· Three meals a day, snacks and beverages
served in a common dining area
· Housekeeping services
· Assistance with eating, bathing, dressing,
toileting and walking
· Medically trained staff
· Access to health and medical services
· Monthly/daily health monitoring by
Directors, Administrators, RN and CNA's
· Specialized care for Alzheimer &
Dementia related disorders
· 24-hour security and staff availability
· Emergency call systems for each resident
· Health promotion and exercise programs
· Medication management under Facility
Director/RN supervision
· Pharmacy services
· Personal laundry services
· Social and recreational activities
· Spiritual care and ministry services
for all faiths
· Fun and Fitness room with exercise
equipment and crafts area
· Beauty and barber services
· Rooms are phone, cable TV and Wi-Fi
At Prairie Home, it is understood that each
resident has unique needs and preferences.
That is why we schedule an initial assessment
meeting with each potential resident and his
or her family. The goal of the assessment
is to learn more about the resident and determine
what type of care is needed.
an initial assessment, we will work together
with your loved one's health care provider
to put together a Care Plan. The Care
plan is an individualized list and schedule
of the services your loved one will receive.
Our goal is to provide a level of care that
addresses health concerns and provides necessary
assistance while helping seniors to maintain
their lifestyles.
after the Care plan is developed do we determine
the monthly cost of care. That way there
are never any hidden costs or surprises.
On average Assisted Living costs are usually
half the cost of nursing home care or full-time
home care. While some assisted living
facilities charge per item of care or service,
Prairie Home includes a wide range of services
within our standard monthly fees. Moreover,
unlike other assisted living facilities which
base their prices on a sliding scale and often
raise rates for each additional service required,
Prairie Home only readdresses price rates in
the event of a major change in level of care
(i.e.- stroke). Click
to see the services available at Prairie Home
Assisted Living.
Depending on the nature of an individual's health
insurance program or long-term care insurance
policy, costs may be reimbursed. VA Assistance
is available to Vets and their spouses. Medicaid
waiver programs may also be available to help
pay for assisted living services. Prairie Home
accepts government funding. Please contact firstname.lastname@example.com
or give us a call at (920) 969-0526 orfor a
referral to the appropriate agency. We'd be
happy to help.
Typically Medicare does not cover the costs
of living in an Assisted Living Facility. The
exception is when skilled nursing care is required
and given. Medicare has guidelines and limitations
for coverage. Please give us a call at (920)
969-0526 or contact firstname.lastname@example.com
for specific details about Medicare coverage
for your individual situation. We'd be happy
to help.
The main difference between assisted living
facilities and institutionalized facilities,
such as nursing homes, is the level of care
a resident receives and the level freedom the
resident is allowed.
In nursing homes, a majority of the residents
have health issues that require continual medical
supervision as well as need of assistance with
daily living tasks. They are no longer
capable of living independently. Residents
in such a facility usually live in shared rooms
with little to no private space. Nursing
staff provide medical and general assistance,
but are limited in their time and attention
by a high resident to staff ratio. Nursing
home residents typically are unable to leave
the facility on their own, mainly because they
are physically or mentally unable to.
Assisted living residents are far more independent.
They typically do not need as much hands-on
medical attention. Beyond requiring assistance
with medicine management, bathing and other
tasks of daily living, residents remain very
independent. In many assisted living facilities
they have individual room furnished and decorated
to their own tastes. Assisted living residents
might still cook, entertain, participate in
activities, and go on outings, while still enjoying
the security of medical supervision and social
interaction with other residents.
In the past the main distinction between Assisted
Living facilities and institutionalized facilities,
like nursing homes, was the ability to provide
skilled nursing care. These days Class
C Assisted Living facilities are able to provide
many medical services. Under the supervision
of a RN, medical care usually includes medication
monitoring, pharmaceutical services, Alzheimer's
and Dementia Care, physical and occupational
therapy, pain management and hospice care.
It takes a special person to provide loving
and compassionate care for the elderly. We look
for employees that have a true interest and
heart in serving the aging. All individuals
selected for employment at Prairie Home must
be of high moral and ethical character, and
they must be involved in long-term care because
they want to assist the elderly. They must also
display a willingness to learn and keep current
in the changes required in long-term care.
Prairie Home Assisted Living provides ongoing
training under the supervision of our resident
RN. Each Caregiver is required by state
regulations to have an additional 15 hours of
continuous education each year. Prairie
Home provides in-house training which covers,
but is not limited to, medications, disease
processed, Dementia and Alzheimer's disease,
fall prevention, pain management, infection
control and hospice care as well as education
in caring for clients with special needs.
caregivers working for Prairie Home are carefully
interviewed and go through a screening process,
including a criminal background check.
Each caregiver is fully trained for the type
of care they provide.
Prairie Home is a Class C assisted living facility.
That means it is licensed and monitored by the
State of Wisconsin. Prairie Home is staffed
by highly trained medical staff and is fully
capable of providing medical care as well as
assistance with daily living tasks.
Home strives to make residents feel at home.
From the beautifully decorated living areas,
to individually decorated private rooms, to
home cooked nutritional meals Prairie Home provides
the highest quality care in a home-like setting.
Home is a family business. It is privately
owned and operated by John H. McCarthy and is
managed by members of the McCarthy family.
It is a faith based business, where deep devotion
to Christ serves as guidelines for how the business
is run. Many staff members share the same
principles and so Prairie Home is a place where
prayer and ministry are common practice.
Caregiver burnout is a real problem that family
caregivers need to recognize. It is a state
of physical, emotional and mental exhaustion
that comes from not getting the help needed
when providing care for your loved one. It usually
results from taking on too much and being spread
too thin. Caregivers experiencing "burn
out" suffer from fatigue, stress, anxiety
and depression. It affects attitudes and damages
loving, caring relationships. It often results
in physical illness and loss of time at work.
Respite is absolutely necessary when you are
a primary caregiver for a loved one. Talk with
us at Prairie Home Assisted Living to see how
we can help.


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Developing a Cryptocurrency Assessment Framework: Function over Form
The rise of cryptocurrency as a new sui generis asset class creates a need for a new classification scheme to cover the wide range of functionality for which tokens can be used. By differentiating tokens based on their functional attributes, cryptocurrency tokens can be categorised into crypto-transaction tokens (which act as a cash substitute); crypto-fuel tokens (which underpin generic blockchain applications); and crypto-voucher tokens (which can be exchanged for a predefined asset). This classification is applied to identify important issues when considering whether to participate in a cryptocurrency system, such as the impact of potential forks, token supply expectations and the level of dependence on a few operators (entity-dependence). For crypto-transaction tokens (and crypto-fuel tokens if used in a similar or overlapping role) it shows the importance of the token being seen as a "better" form of money. For crypto-fuel tokens, the popularity of blockchain applications and the utility of the crypto-fuel system in application development is vital. For crypto-voucher tokens, the value of the underlying asset, the token's exchangeability for that asset and the importance of a digital representation should be considered by participants. The interplay between fundamentals and speculation as drivers of price is considered.
An erratum to this article has been published at as DOI: https://doi.org/10.5195/ledger.2018.151.
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Tuesday, December 01, 2009
Dot by design
The old Harp and Bard had a carved wooden sign looming over its roof. Carved into the wood were images of a harp and of a bard, arranged somewhat haphazardly. It was rustic and, while it had it's charm, its best days, perhaps, had come and gone. It would have been out of place atop the building's new facade.
Someone got to work and designed a new logo for the venerable H&B. The new logo is a classic example of ruler-and-compass graphic design, simple yet clever. It is refreshing in a world that is awash with computer generated graphics and special effects. By manipulating the letters, the designer found a plus sign (+) lodged naturally in the combination of H and B pressed tightly together. The plus replaces the ampersand. H&B becomes H+B. It isn't as elegant as the arrow in the Federal Express logo but it is just as serendipitous.
I'll try to remember to take a picture this morning to post later this evening. If you don't go down Dot Ave, this bit of flash is a nice example of simplicity and graphic clarity. Two things for with Dorchester, Mass. is well known.
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Not the same anymore. Food is overpriced. Not bad, but a vast change from what this place was two months ago. Maybe they had to change to survive, but I feel like there was still a niche for a place like the Harp along Dot ave where you could get a cheap bite and a cheap pint.
I also heard that while they changed their look and menu, they also let go of some staff members abruptly to bring in fresh faces. I liked the old staff and this is why I went to the Harp. I won't be in the "NEW" H+B if this is how they deal with employees.
- Whalehead King said...
I've been both before and after. It is just around the corner from me. I haven't noticed much change in the menu, the prices or the staff. I usually eat at the bar. The only thing I find remarkably different is the decor.
I don't think the new outside is that great but I have to admit, I like the new interior. I've just put up a photo of the facade if anyone is interested in seeing the logo without having to take the Red Line down here. Of course, it's always time well spent when you visit Dorchester no matter what your reason.


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Pastor Scott & Emma Palmiter
We look forward to meeting you and your children and to discovering together how precious your little ones are to God.
Children's Ministry
Kids Corner - Sunday Mornings 9:30am & 11:00am
Kids Corner - Wednesday nights beginning in Fall at 6:30pm
Kids Night - check our event page or the MFMC app for the next kids night
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Kids Hope USA - One on one weekly mentoring in a local elementary school
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We strive for an active and engaging time of worship and teaching for children to connect with the God who loves them.
Wednesday nights
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We offer growth opportunities for all ages on Wednesday night during the school year.
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We would love to meet you and your children Wednesday nights at 6:30pm during the school year.
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Kids Hope USA mentors spend just one hour per week, reading, talking, playing and listening to a child at school. By helping the child feel loved and valued, they help that child to learn, grow and succeed.
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School Policies
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Here is a handy guide to help use the mobile app on your device. It's really convenient to be able to access your child's ILD account on your phone and easy to add your own observations.
Following a technical issue with the website several newsletters had been deleted. These have now been uploaded again. The newsletter for March will be uploaded at the end of the week when it will also be emailed out to families...
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Monday, May 9, 2005
May 9, 2005 Numbers
Consider This for May 9, 2005—Numbers
It is all about numbers. All you have to do is remember the numbers and you will do just fine. Forget the numbers and you are in big trouble.
The legislative session lasts for 120 days. One-third of a year. Four months. January 12 to May 11.
There are 100 legislators: thirty-five senators and sixty-five representatives.
Each gets five bills. That makes 500 bills. Then the president of the Senate and the speaker of the House each gets 100 late bills. That totals 700 bills in all. This year there were fewer bills than in any other year in recent memory.
It has more to do with money rather than efficiency. No money, no bills. Could be good or could be bad.
Each representative can go to the well, the front of the chamber, and speak in the microphone two times on each bill. Each time can only be for ten minutes. That means on one bill we could have 200 trips to the well to speak in the microphone for a total of 4,000 minutes or over sixty-six hours.
Never happens though. It just seems like it.
Each member serves on at least two committees. Mine are Transportation and Local Government. Transportation meets twice a week, and Local Government meets once a week. Some members are on three and sometimes four committees. Fortunately, they do not all meet every day, or every week for that matter.
One might think that things would slow down toward the end of the session. It is actually backwards. The legislature is like a very large vehicle that is slow to start, but once it gets going it is hard to slow down.
When I think about it, I am reminded of the very first Mickey Mouse cartoon called Steamboat Willy. The drawing of the steamboat shows it has a life of its own, and as it chugs around it actually expands and contracts with each stroke of power.
Then imagine the huge State Capitol building expanding and contracting with each day, gaining energy to the point that smoke and sundry items pour from the windows as if it is about to explode.
Imagine that pressure increasing each day until May 11 when it all ends for eight months. The building takes a sigh of relief on May 12.
This past two weeks many of my fellow members have taken the long walk to the well to announce they are making a motion to lay their bill over until May 12. One day after the session ends. Effectively killing their bill. They do this because they have been counting the numbers on their bill. They have found there are not thirty-three votes for their issue. You must have thirty-three votes to get your bill out of the House. Thirty-three is over half of sixty-five.
The numbers are thirty-three, eighteen, and one. Thirty-three votes in the House to pass, eighteen in the Senate to pass, and the one vote from the governor for something to become law.
Amazing how that works. Separation of powers. If the governor does not say it is Haines, then it is not Haines. If you don't have the majority in each of the parts of the legislature, it is not Haines.
If the governor vetoes your bill, he will take some time to write you a letter explaining why he vetoed the bill. His spin on things. I have read several of these letters, and they make sense. I did not say I agreed with him, but his rationale made sense. If I were governor I would do the same thing, but I am sure my rationale would be better. Right? Well, maybe.
If your bill is vetoed, you have another shot at it. You can bring the bill back and try to get a super-majority to override the veto. It takes forty-four votes to override a veto in the House. It has not been done since 1988 when the legislature overrode a veto by former Governor Romer. That issue was on how lottery dollars would be spent. The people wanted open space, and the governor wanted prisons.
The numbers work. The system works.
The United States was set up as a federalist system of government. We are fifty separate states doing business in fifty different ways. Using the numbers to provide the very best government your $15.3 billion dollars will buy. We can agonize about how expensive government has become, how slowly it works, and what a mystery the numbers can be. But we can point with pride at how our citizen government continues to accomplish our goals without any military coups or civil wars.


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DEMOCRATS, YOU'RE ON THE CLOCK9 comments
I just got back from voting, and today's vote was very special to me. I voted my conscience, and mostly Democrat. As of today, THAT STOPS! No longer will I feel duty bound to vote for you. I don't think any of us should. Any time I ask about your accomplishments, your answer is always something you've done 20+ years ago. What in the hell have you done for us lately?! I'm an older guy now, but I'm doing this for the younger generation. No longer will, "They're better than the Republicans." or "People died for you to have the right." suffice. These kids need results, not more chastising and promises! Yeah, people died for us to have the right to vote, but they didn't die and get arrested and beaten for us to be beholden to the Democratic party. Pardon my language, but kiss my ass with that!
Starting today, you Democrats are going to have to work long and hard for my vote. And God willing, I will do everything in my power to make others feel this way. You guys basically pissed away 40 years of credit and trust from the younger generation and the black community. It is now time to put some money on your debit cards. We are tapped out. My main message to the young people is this: Vote for who think will look out for your interests best, not who your parents and preachers think you should vote for. It's time to get rid of the sharecropper's mentality. We don't owe the Democrats a damn thing, and it's time that you young people and we black people became truly independent. If a Libertarian does it for you, then vote for him, and the same goes for any other party candidate, but as for the Democrats, we don't owe you, you owe us. No longer will treat young people and those in the black community like a 2 a.m. booty call. Only calling us when you want or need nothing. You've been warned.