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I love NYC. The husband doesn't love my driving into and around NYC, but that's another story. At least we accomplished the two things we set out to do - we purchased an eco-friendly queen-sized mattress that fit in the backseat of our car (compressed under 1200lbs of pressure!) and we ate what looks like a stupid amount of food, interspersed with a lot of walking. All in all, a very successful trip and I can't wait to go back...
- Go Burger: the husband's been following this food truck for a while now, and finally dragged me to their new location at the Seaport. These burgers are based on the BLT burgers ( from chef Laurent Tourondel's former restaurants). It was decent, and the Kobe hot dog was tasty but I had structural integrity issues (who serves a hot dog on a ciabatta roll that's been completely sliced through and topped it with coleslaw?). The Seaport was also an unpleasant area to be in, with hoardes of tourists hopping on and off of tour buses, so we high-tailed it out of there as fast as we could.
- Wafels & Dinges: We stuck around the Seaport district long enough to eat a liege wafel topped with spekuloos spread and whipped cream. This is the "Throwdown with Bobby Flay" waffle, as the kid serving us pointed out. It was as good as it was the first time I tried it last May, but I didn't enjoy it quite as much since waffles don't go down as well in the blazing sun as it did on a cool spring evening.
- Van Leeuwen Artisanal Ice Cream Truck: Conveniently located in SoHo, the husband steered me to the truck so we could try a scoop of ginger ice cream. It was good - it tasted like it was made from hormone-free milk and cream from cows that spend most of the year grazing in pastures in the foot hills of the Adirondack Mountains as advertised, but it wasn't particularly remarkable.
- Stumptown coffee: I think it's a toss-up between Stumptown and Intelligentsia in having the biggest coffee cult following. We've enjoyed Intelligentsia in Chicago and can buy the beans at Bloc 11 in Union Square (Somerville) without paying a fortune for shipping, but we wanted to see what all the fuss was behind Stumptown. The cold brew we tried wasn't our thing, but the Americano we tried the next morning was excellent and a bag of Indonesian beans came home for us to experiment. At least if we become addicted we've got a source for our fix - Formaggio carries Stumptown coffee.
- Maialino: This is chef Danny Meyer's newest restaurant and ode to all things pig. It's still a hot spot in NYC so we weren't sure we could get in but we got seats at the bar (the restaurant was relatively calm for 7pm). The only thing we missed out on was the roast suckling pig for two for $70 that is only served in the main dining room. We were ok without the pig since we were planning to eat again later at Momofuku, but we did try the crispy fried pig's foot with beans and celery that was a revelation to me - I hadn't realized pig's feet could be so tasty, but this one was. Fried squash blossoms and arancini were also delicious. We shared an appetizer portion of spaghetti carbonara that featured guanciale and helped me realize the error of my ways - the guanciale in this professional version was very thinly sliced and it was just an accent in the dish. I'll try to remember to scale back the next time I make carbonara at home.
- Momofuku Ssam Bar: This is an old staple and a solid fave, but now that the sake lemonade is off the menu, we've discussed taking a break from the pork buns the next time we're in town. We did have an amazing play on pho, with thin slices of dry-aged sirloin cooked oh so slightly in a fragrant broth.
- Momofuku Milk Bar: Didn't have a compost cookie, but sampled the cereal milk soft serve (ick), avoided the BBQ sauce soft serve (another ick), and ate the candybar pie (a fancy reese pieces with some caramel thrown in) plus the oddly addictive corn cookie that David Lebovitz tweeted about and convinced the husband to try. Imagine a really rich butter cookie with a little more grit than your typical shortbread, with the occasional corn kernel thrown in. It was much tastier than it sounds.
- Locanda Verde: Following a very positive Serious Eats review of their brunch, we tried Locanda Verde in Tribeca on our last visit and was so happy with what we had that we came back this trip. In fact, I think it will be added into our standard rotation of NYC spots. The reason to come here for brunch is their sheep's milk ricotta - light and delicate, with truffle, thyme and honey and served with burnt orange toast. It's breakfast crack. The rest of the brunch menu is just as good - hazelnut french toast and blueberry ricotta pancakes are delicious (even I eat the pancakes, and I hate pancakes), and their egg dishes are super tasty too.
- il laboratorio del gelato: we've been frequenting this Lower East Side venue for so many years (well, maybe 5) that I can't remember how we discovered this little slice of gelato heaven. Chocolate thai chili was the first flavour we ever tried and remains my favourite, tho it's not often available as a single scoop.
- Taim: A falafel and smoothie bar in West Village. We've been here a number of times - we first learned about it through a Throwdown with Bobby Flay episode. Falafels are something that we'd never undertake on our own, so we're quite happy to pop in for our vegetarian fix. We brought the falafel platter home with us to Boston - travelled well, but we were annoyed for not picking up more hummus since the the hummus from Taim is the best we've ever had.
- Shake Shack - UES: this was my unexpected favourite. I've heard plenty about the Shake Shack's cult following, and I've seen the 1 hour lineups, but it took the husband's interest in all things burger to get me in to one. We went to the new Upper East Side location at 3:30pm on a Sunday afternoon, where the lineup was only ~20 min, though I think it was longer because I had time to try on a few things and buy a sweater at the Gap nearby while the husband stood in line. I'd spent the day sweating profusely (was much hotter than the weather people had forecast) so I didn't think I was hungry, but decided at the last minute that I wanted a cheeseburger since they didn't have the concrete flavour that I wanted. (Concrete is a dense frozen custard - the flavour I wanted is only available in the Madison Park location and called the Hopscotch, consisting of vanilla frozen custard, hot caramel sauce, chocolate toffee and Valhrona chocolate chunks). I'm glad I ordered a cheeseburger and I could have easily eaten a second one - it was far better than the Go Burger with the freshness and quality of ingredients. I guess with Danny Meyer behind the Shake Shack, I wasn't going to get a sub-par burger. Shake Shack is now on the rotation list for the next visit and I'll dream about burgers until then...


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Jitske Schols – 'Songs for soprano'
Jitske Schols' series 'Songs for soprano', etude #1 – landscapes and portraits as an imaginary journey back to the 19th century devoted to the life of Anna Witsen and her tragic death.
Anna Witsen was a sister of the famous Dutch painter and photographer Willem Witsen and lived with their family in a beautiful estate in the country. For unknown reasons, the young woman put an end to her life in 1889, drowning in the pond of Ewijckshoeve.
The artist visited the site where the tragedy took place in searching for answers and "presumed that the basis for her self-chosen death may lie in the fact that she was not 'seen' by anyone." (Galerie Caroline O'Breen)
However, because she also grew up at the same estate having such a great time there, new questions around the concept of duality emerged – how the same peaceful landscape could be a surrounding for lovely memory of her own happy childhood years and a place for such a terrible incident?


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I'm having about the same problems with my 4 day old Z5 and my Pebble Time smartwatch. It disconnects at random times. Sometimes it automatically reconnects, sometimes it doesn't. If it doesn't reconnect automatically, I need to do it manually in the settings menu. No such problems with my Z3, so I don't think the problem is in the Pebble Time.
I enabled Bluetooth Snoop logging in Developer Options and tried to analyze the logfile with Wireshark but as I don't know anything about the BT-stack, I have no idea what I am looking for. But I don't see anything that gives an indication why it disconnects. I do see some Disconnect requests and responses but they don't match the time the connections gets lost. (in fact, it matches the time I reconnect)
I disabled all possible energy saving options I could find, removed all pre-installed bloatware which included AVG and Lookout.
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My phone has been replaced so I tried again. Still no luck...
I found out it has quite similar problems with my BT carkit and also with my BT headphones. The carkit never reconnects automatically, the headphones about 50% of the attempts.
All these devices work flawlessly with my Xperia Z3, so there is no doubt it's 'something' in my Z5.
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Currently I'm having my Z5 for about 2 weeks now and I'm facing several problems with Bluetooth:
Pebble Time (smartwatch):
The connection gets disconnected 24/7. It varies from several times a day to even several times an hour. Most of the time it gets reconnected automatically but every 2 to 3 days, I need to reconnect it manually in the Pebble Time-app.
Philip SHB5800 (headset):
Once it's paired, the connection stays 'up' for as long as I'm playing music. Once it turn the headset of and on again, I need to reconnect it manually in most cases. Perhaps it reconnects automatically if I wait any longer, I haven't tested that out yet.
Pioneer DEH4600BT (car radio w/ carkit):
Same as SHB5800: Once it turn it of and on again, the connection needs to be established manually. Besides that, I cannot listen to music from my Z5 while I was able to do so with my previous Z3.
Because the problem started with the Pebble Time (I didn't hookup the headset and carkit yet), I started disabling all energy saving options I could possibly find. No success. Also after a factory reset and a restart in Safe Mode, nothing changed.
In a search for clues, I enabled "Bluetooth Snoop logging" in Developer Options and opened the logfile with Wireshark. But as I'm not a BT-guru, I wasn't able to find any clues. I couldn't find any time out or disconnect requests matching the time of the disconnects.
I didn't have any of these issues with my Xperia Z3. And because I noticed these problems already in the first few days, T-Mobile swapped my Z5 for another Z5, but still no luck. And because I'm very satisfied with the Z5, I don't want to get another type/brand.
While searching online, I found out I'm certainly not the only one. If you hit the right keywords, you'll be able to find more similar problems, even on this page. So the question is if Sony is going to fix it and if so, when?
By the way: Firmware version is 32.0.A.6.200 (R7B - T-Mobile NL)
could you test the device on >>> safe mode
"I'd rather be hated for who I am, than loved for who I am not." Kurt Cobain (1967-1994)
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Hi Uliwooly,
Thank you for your reply! Unfortunately the Pebble requires it's app to be connected. In safe mode, it's impossible to test.
I got a tip to test "adb shell pm hide com.sonymobile.playanywhere" but I already tried it earlier. No success...
It seems like my headset reconnects without a hassle when I power up the headset while the Z5's display is active. When it's inactive, it's more like a lottery. I don't know if the Pebble Time has the same characteristics, simply because I don't use my phone all day long ;-)
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Check. I disabled evertyhing I could find in relation to energy savings. And I don't use any of those "system tools"
I'm about to flash firmware .152. Hopefully the problems don't appear with that firmware...
I was being advised by Sony Webcare to run a software repair from Xperia Companion. This is what I just did, so now I'm waiting... :-)
If it doesn't help, I will flash .152 to see if it gets any better.


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There's nothing quite as effortlessly elegant as a braid. They're perfect for your third, fourth, or even fifth day after washing your hair because they look gorgeous and hide oils and product residue. In this post we're going to break down how to create a French braid and a Dutch braid and what the key differences between the two are. First up, French braid.
Start by brushing out the hair completely with a boar bristle paddle brush.
Separate hair on the crown into three equal pieces.
Take the left piece, cross it over the middle section and combine it with the right piece. Do the same with thing after, starting with the left piece this time. Add a little more hair to each section as you go, working your way down.
Secure the end with a hair tie.
Gently pull on the sides of the braid to give it more body.
Dutch Braid
Divide the hair into three equal sized pieces on the crown. Pull the right piece under the middle piece. Then do the same with the left.
Add more strands of hair to the pieces as you work your way down.
Secure the end of the braid with a hair tie and then gently pull on sections to widen the braid.
(Optional) Lock in your style with Strong Hold hairspray.
That's it! Two gorgeous braids that offer versatile style. Essentially, a Dutch braid is an inverted French braid. A French braid is perfect if you want a skinnier, sleeker braid. Dutch works better if you want a chubbier braid. No matter which you choose, though, it's sure to look gorgeous!


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PARIS — Femininity took center stage in Giambattista Valli's Fall 2014 ready-to-wear collection Monday afternoon at Couvent des Cordeliers at 15 rue de l'École de Médecine. If the runway were to provide any hint as to the direction the collection would take, then a plush carpeting in neutral pressed the point emphatically albeit with the softest of possible touches. Short skirts, defined silhouettes, and a palette of pinks and soft reds were the salient features of this very lovely collection. On the afternoon Ola Rudnicka, Maja Salamon, and Hedvig Palm featured on the runway bringing each of their own delicate femininity to the proceedings.
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Villa Semarapura's open-sided living room on the upper floor of the living pavilion commands stunning ocean vistas and views of Cemagi's captivating sea temple. This glorious fan-cooled space is designed in the style of a traditional village wantilan, or meeting hall, with a tiered roof soaring high above comfortable seating, Indonesian antiques and objets d'art resting on polished terrazzo floors. An ironwood veranda runs the full length of the living room, providing two further breakfast areas.
Directly below is the media room, where a massive upholstered sofa is set before a 60-inch TV and Bose multi-zone sound system that also feeds the living room, dining room, pool pavilion and garden. This light-filled air-conditioned room also houses a pool table and a 'study' corner with antique desk and book library.
Villa Semarapura's dining room seems to float suspended above the garden, with water-walls on three sides and bi-fold doors that can be opened to catch the evening breeze or closed for air-conditioned comfort. From the circular dining table, which convivially seats 10 guests, spectacular views unfold across the pool and gardens to the ocean.
The view is equally stunning from the kitchen, where bar chairs line the granite-topped breakfast counter. Professionally equipped as a 'chef's kitchen' with commercial oven and multi-burner stove, this is the stage for informal cooking classes as guests witness the villa team cooking up a storm. A service kitchen lies behind.
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Villa Semarapura offers an abundance of outdoor living space within its gorgeous tropical garden. At its heart and flanked by lotus ponds is the huge ironwood pool deck flowing out from the media room, with eight upholstered sunbeds and other seating areas. To one side, an alfresco dining area is furnished with a table crafted from railway sleepers surrounded by 10 sturdy rattan armchairs – the perfect setting for lazy lunches and star-lit barbecues.
Facing the 20-metre swimming pool (which incorporates a shallow section for kids) is a living pavilion furnished with a pair of oversized daybeds and equipped with a sunken bar; the butlers are dab hands at mixing cocktails here.


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My favorite time of the week is almost always our Thursday trip into our Discipling for Development (D for D) Musovu community. I love the planning and teaching with my team members Dancila and Gaudance. They have become such excellent facilitators. They want to gain a better understanding of how to take a community through the problem solving process. I can help them gain this tool by leading/mentoring them through solving a couple more community wide problems.
The Musovu community has chosen to pursue the next topic on our syllabus to help them move out of poverty, or bring/build/raise up the Kingdom of God in their community. We are now pursuing the topic of financial stewardship. Through a skit we were surprised to find out there are over 2,350 references to finances in the Bible! We asked the community how many financial references in the Bible they know, and they came up with three, including verses about tithing, and the Malachi verse about robbing God.
I am excited to teach this group of very receptive people what the Bible has to say about our finances. I've had some Crown Financial Ministries material, but any teaching needs to be changed into an adult learning format. We have a CD with over a thousand community development lessons from C.H.E. (Community Health Evangelism). This is the development tool/model that Dr. Samson Retnaraj with EFM is using successfully in Nepal. In my search I found C.H.E. had already converted Crown Financial Ministries material into four large lessons! Dancila and Gaudance will meet a couple hours every week with me to go over the scriptures, to plan our lessons, and for me to get everything translated into good Kinyarwanda.
We had a great discussion last Thursday looking at passages showing God creating and owning everything, of his being ultimately in charge and in control of everything, and of our need to give everything we have to him. The lights came on for Ntakirutimana as we studied the Jehovah Jireh passage where God provided Abraham with a ram to sacrifice instead of his son Isaac. Ntakirutimana took us to some other passages on faith and trusting in God. Then he said, "Our having a deep faith and trust in God is foundational to our managing our finances well." I couldn't agree more. What excites me is that Ntakirutimana discovered this himself through and beyond our scripture study. He and pastor Ugiriwabo will use these same verses to teach the whole church on Sunday. I encouraged them not to tell what the scriptures say, but to read the passages, ask good questions, and let people discover for themselves what the Bible says.
Pray for Musovu, that they would grow deeply in their faith in God, that they would entrust all they are and have to him, that they would learn and apply God's ample financial wisdom to their finances and that the Kingdom of God would grow in this area of their lives. Continue praying for husbands and wives to apply God's commands to their marriages. Can you see Jesus' Kingdom coming as lives are surrendered to God, as husbands and wives live in mutual submission and love to each other, and as they become excellent stewards of their finances, fields, and everything God has given them? Join me in seeing the Kingdom coming, in believing God for it, and in interceding with me, "May your name be glorified! May your Kingdom come! May your will be done in Musovu, just as it is accomplished in heaven!"
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In the last six weeks, as in the last four decades, I have attended intellectual property (IP) and patent litigation conferences across the country and around the world. Many advanced topics for IP/patent lawyers are discussed in detail at these conferences. I often present on such topics myself. But as in many fields, it's the basics that


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When unpaid student debt leads to a smaller Social Security check
There are more people over the age of 65 with student loan debt than ever before, according to a new report from the Government Accountability Office.
And those who are in default may have faced decades of reduced wages and benefits. In 2015, the government reduced Social Security checks for a total of 173,000 Americans, up 380 percent from 36,000 in 2002. That includes younger people receiving Social Security disability payments as well.
Jamie Chastain is one example. For more than a year he had $177 withheld from his Social Security check each month because of an unpaid student loan from three decades ago.
The 68-year-old has been struggling to pay off his debt since 1982, when he borrowed about $12,500 to get a master's degree in liberal arts from the University of Southern Florida. It took him nearly a decade to find a steady job, and he defaulted on his loans before finding work at a community college as a media technician and humanities instructor. The government garnished his wages by about $400 a month throughout most of his career to collect the debt.
Chastain estimates he's paid back three times what he originally borrowed. But because of the interest, the loans still weren't paid off when he retired in 2014. So the government began garnishing his Social Security checks.
The growing number of seniors with student debt has gotten attention from some lawmakers.
"This report shows us that seniors clearly aren't immune to the student loan crisis — they're deeply impacted by this issue to the point that it's leaving many of them in a dire financial situation," said Senator Claire McCaskill.
The GAO recommends changing the rules so that Social Security checks can't be reduced as severely. Over the past decade, the number of seniors whose Social Security benefits have been garnished to below the poverty line because of unpaid student loans has increased from 8,300 to 67,300, the report said.
That's because there are more people in default, but also because the threshold for Social Security garnishments set in 1998 was never adjusted for inflation. The GAO recommends raising that threshold, which was set to prevent undue financial hardship for borrowers who "may be unable, rather than unwilling, to repay their debts."
That would require Congressional action.
The report also suggests that the garnishments are not successfully collecting outstanding debt. More than 1/3 of older Americans were still in default after two years of reduced Social Security payments.
Part of the problem is that only a small portion of garnished payments went toward paying off the loan principals. Most of the money covered interest and the $15 monthly fee the government charges to reduce Social Security benefits.
Withholding part of a borrower's federal tax return — another way the government collects debt in default — was more effective and charged a lower fee.
"The hard-earned Social Security checks that are the sole source of income for millions of seniors should not be siphoned off to pay interest and fees on student loan debt," said Senator Elizabeth Warren.
The GAO also recommends the government simplify the disability discharge application process. Those who can no longer work because of a disability are eligible to get their outstanding debt wiped away, but the report found that the process is difficult.
This kind of change could be made by executive action and would not require Congress to act. The Obama Administration has made efforts to make the discharge process easier. Earlier this year, it started to proactively notify those who are disabled and might be eligible for the program.
Chastain was one of the 387,000 borrowers notified because of a recent diagnosis that affects his ability to work. He applied for relief and was approved for a discharge this summer. The garnishment of his Social Security checks stopped and the outstanding $12,000 in student debt was wiped away.
He says he wasn't looking for a free pass, but the system seemed "rigged" against him.
He's happy to have the money back in his pocket each month, but is apprehensive about what comes next. The discharge will be taxed as income, so he's saving the extra money until he knows how much he'll owe the IRS, and when. It could be more than $2,000.
"I'm just one little guy and there are plenty of people worse off than me that have gotten hammered," Chastain said.


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MEHRPOUYA, KatangaPosted: June 25, 2009 Filed under: 70´s, Iran | Tags: Iran, Iranian Pop Music 4 Comments
The bootleg LP compilation Raks! Raks! Raks! of Iranian Beat groups of the 60´s came out in March of this year. But I haven´t heard it yet. In 2004 Tian An Men 89 Records released the first ever Iranian Punk Compilation The Persian New Waves (Mawdj-e Naw e Farsi) LP. That one I gave to Minou so I cannot say much about it either. For these posts I`ll stick to the records Minou gave me . Until I will hopefully find out more about them later this week, they will remain nameless. Like the protesters that are currently being beaten and murdered in Iran… ( Update: I just got a mail from Minou in Los Angeles with translations for the record labels done by her family. Thank you so much!)
The biggest expert on Iranian records is probably Dario over at the Irannostalgia blog. Stuart at Radiodiffusion had a great post last year about a Iranian 45 by the Golden Ring. I feel a little bit stupid because I know so little about Iranian Rock and just try to grab bits and pieces here and there. And I´m certain this record is also well known to Iranians but for the time being I will have to go by the music alone to describe it
The First song is actually two songs. A classical piece that I´m too ignorant (or uneducated) to know, followed by Katanga, a organ-driven Rock instrumental with very dynamic drums. Psychedelic!
(Update 07/18/2009: Ilias from Athens, Greece just lifted the mystery. The classical piece is Bach´s "Toccata & Fugue". Now, that´s a very famous piece! But at least I don´t have to feel too lonely to be uneducated since you my dear readers also didn´t know that. Yeah, now it´s too late to say you knew it…)
Diwane Bood In Del (This Heart Was Insane) is a beautiful sad Psychedelic-Pop song with a nice sitar by Abbas Mehrpouya.
( From the youtube video description: Abbas Mehrpouya (1928-1993) was one of Iran's top guitarists and sitarists.
He had a unique voice and a unique style which no one has copied yet.
He has composed most of his pieces. He used to invent natural instruments and sometimes bones and some pots were used instead of drums.)
MEHRPOUYA, Katanga
MERHPOUYA, Diwane Boud In Del (This Heart was Insane)
RAMESH, Delakam (My little heart)Posted: June 25, 2009 Filed under: 70´s, Iran | Tags: Iran, Iranian Pop Music 2 Comments
The Persiandiscography site was very useful to find at least some information about all of these lost Iranian record labels, of which Ahang-E-Rooz was the most important one. This record has the same usual white and yellow front but a black b-side.
Delakam is a mid-tempo song with a funky wah-wah guitar and the great voice of Ramesh. Tschi mishe is a sad, slow Pop song.
RAMESH, Delakam (My little heart)
RAMESH, Tschi mishe (What´s gonna happen)
GOOGOOSH, Djadeh (The Road)Posted: June 25, 2009 Filed under: 70´s, Iran | Tags: 70`s, Iran, Iranian Pop Music 1 Comment
I should have at least recognized the voice. The persian superstar Googoosh singing Djadeh with a touch of Shirley Bassey and a dramatic horn-section backing her. Kieh, Kieh is a slow Pop ballad.
GOOGOOSH, Djadeh (The Road)
GOOGOOSH, Kieh, Kieh (Who is it?)
MANOUCHEHR SAKHAEI, Gardanbande Allah (Allahs necklace)Posted: June 25, 2009 Filed under: 70´s, Iran | Tags: Iran, Iranian Pop Music Leave a comment
Garbande Allah is a cheerful mid-tempo Pop tune sung by Manouchehr with dynamic congas, flute, organ and guitar. Shahare nour is a nice Pop ballad.
MANOUCHEHR SAKHAEI, Gardanbande Allah (Allahs necklace)
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What is there to do in St. George, Utah this February?
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06-11 2012 Dino Days in Dixie: Check out the Johnson Farm Dinosaur tracks and the special events for children. 2180 East Riverside, St. George. www.sgcity.org/dinotrax 435-574-3466
10-11 BYU international Ballroom Dance Company: part of the Celebrity Concert Series 7:30pm at at the Cox Performing Arts Center. 325 South 700 East, St. George. Tickets $20 adults, $12 youth. call 435-652-7800 or ww.dixie.edu/concerts
17-26 St George Area Parade of Homes: 28 Homes on display form 10am-7pm (5pm on the last day – 26th) Tickets are useable anytime during the event and tickets allows one entrance to each home. Tickets are $12.50 which will include a map and directions. Tickets can be purchased at Lin's Market's or www.paradehomes.com or call 435-674-1400
17 "Totally Tchaikovsky": The Southwest Symphony Orchestra presents featuring piano soloist Justin Hansen at 7:30pm at the Cox Performing Arts Center, 325 South 700 East, St. George. Check out www.southwestsymphony.org or call 435-652.7800
17-19 Art in Kayenta: the annual Keyenta Art show features local and southwest art, food and entertainment. The FREE event takes place 10am-5pm. At Coyote Gulch Art Village in Kayenta, Ivins. See www.coyotegulchvillage.com or call 435-231-2246.
18-March 25 Sears Dixie Invitational Art Show and Sale: This annual art show, now in its 25th year, is one of the largest art events in Utah. Located at the Delores Dore Eccles Fine Arts Center, 225 South 700 East, St. George. Featuring almost 300 pieces, 170 of which are artists from Utah and the United States. Viewing is FREE to the public 10am-6pm, Monday – Saturdays and 2-6pm on Sundays. Call 435-652-7909
24-25 St. George Family History Expo: Join in the genealogy and family heritage jamboree at the Dixie Center, 1835 Convention Center Drive, St. George. A complete schedule and admission information can be found at www.fhexpos.com. The exhibit hall is FREE and open to the public both days.
25 Dixie State Symphony Orchestra Winter Concert: featuring guest violinist Frederic Moreau from Paris, will occur 7:30pm at the Cox Performing Arts Center, 325 South 700 E, St. George. Tickets $5 www.tickets.dixie.edu or call 435-652-7800
25 Zion Country Early Spring Century Ride: Bloomington, St. George A recreational bike ride with options for cycling 100, 70 or 50 miles, also an annual fundraising cycling event benefitting the Spnia Bifida Association of Utah (SBAU). www.bike2bike.biz 801-677-0134


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Avoiding Cloud Vendor Lock-In
By R "Ray" Wang on October 26, 2015
Customers Must Hurry To Address The Mistakes From Shadow IT SaaS/Cloud Adoption Amidst the hey day of the early years for software as a service (SaaS) and Cloud, many line of business executives signed simple month to month, user based contracts without the burdens of IT and scrutiny of vendor procurement. These edge applications and […]
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A New Roof for a Fresh New Home
Residential roofs are built to last for a long time. There are some definite signs that let you know the time has arrived to invest in updating your old roof. Best of all, there are plenty of benefits you'll enjoy once the deed is done. Here are some examples!
Your Home Gets a Boost in Curb Appeal
One sign that you need a new roof is the way it brings down the appearance of your house. Even when the exterior walls are freshly painted and the windows are in great shape, a roof that's worn down will give the entire home a slightly shabby look.
Choosing to replace the roof with something that is the right color and style will do wonders for the property's curb appeal. Instead of looking a little neglected, the fresh roofing makes your home stand out in your residential community.
Your Heating and Cooling Bills are More Affordable
When you think of ways to save on heating and cooling costs, there's more to consider than the condition of the windows and the exterior doors. Don't wait for an emergency roof repair to replace your roof because you can actually save money in the long run! Did you know that a deteriorating roof will also have an impact on those expenses? Choosing to install a new roof makes the home instantly more energy-efficient. Since it takes less energy to heat and cool the space, your monthly utility bills will be lower.
Saving Wear and Tear on Your Central Unit
The fact that the new roof makes it easier to heat and cool the home without wasting energy also does something for your HVAC unit. The unit does not have to cycle on as often in order to maintain the temperature you desire. Lower usage means that the components take longer to wear out.
Thanks to your new roof, there will be fewer heating and cooling system repairs in the years to come. You will also find that the system keeps providing excellent service for a longer time frame. That gives you the chance to set aside more money for the day when the HVAC system does need to be replaced.
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You may not be planning on selling the home right now, but a lot could change over the next several years. Put yourself in the position of a buyer and think about what a new roof could mean. Would you purchase what was otherwise a nice residential property and pay for a new roof or would you prefer to find a suitable property with a roof that's in great shape?
The fact is choosing to install a new roof that is expected to remain in great shape for at least another couple of decades increases the market value of the property. Should you decide to sell, the odds of getting a reasonable return on your original investment in the home are much higher.
Although it is an investment to update your roof, it will be a regretless decision. Along with making the place look better and protecting the home during bad weather, you will reap several other rewards in the years to come. If you've noticed that the roof is not in the best condition, call a contractor today and have it inspected. Once you have a better idea of what's going on overhead, you can decide if repairs are in order or if the time has come for a complete roof replacement.
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Are you tired of having an embarrassing yard? Do you want your neighbors to stop whispering about it behind your back? Today is the day to put your foot down and truly dedicate yourself to making a change. This article is the best place to start, so read it in full to learn all you can.
Before you begin your landscaping work, be sure to plan your goals and assess your budget. This will ensure that you have a solid plan in place so that you do not run out of materials before the job is completed. It will also give you a better idea of your design needs.
It is generally a good idea to evaluate the sunlight that is available to you before you start landscaping. This way you can plan what sort of plants will go where so that they receive the optimal amount of sunlight. You don't want to have plants die because of too little or too much sun exposure. Continue reading
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A beautiful landscape is the subject of photographs, paintings and even sculpture. Having a gorgeous landscape visible from your home's windows, is a great way to improve your whole home. Working on your yard can create an oasis on your property, but you must learn how to do it correctly. You can learn a lot by following the hints in this article.
Consider why you want to landscape your yard before you begin your project. Are you looking to add beauty? Are you trying to add privacy? Is your goal to reduce the overall maintenance of your property? The answers to these questions can help you to select the right variety of plants, making your landscaping project easier to complete.
It is generally a good idea to evaluate the sunlight that is available to you before you start landscaping. This way you can plan what sort of plants will go where so that they receive the optimal amount of sunlight. You don't want to have plants die because of too little or too much sun exposure. Continue reading
How To Hire The Right Landscaper For Your Yard
Have you ever visited a friend or family member's home, only to be envious of their yard? Did you know that you can simply and quickly change your own yard for the better, so they do the same when they visit you? This article contains what you need to know, in order to start your landscaping renovation.
Try sketching out your ideas on paper prior to starting any landscaping project. By sketching out the details first, you can have a much clearer idea of what you are aiming for and what project items you will need. It is also much easier to adjust a sketch than it is to adjust your actual lawn and yard.
Plant companion plants in your garden. These plants naturally work together to help each other repel pests and diseases. This can help you to have a healthier garden without the use of pesticides. You can find a lot of information on companion plants through a quick Internet search. Continue reading
Landscaping Advice To Help Out Beginners Succeed
Plenty of people all over the world want to learn what they can do to create a beautiful home with a unique landscaping aesthetic feel. Yet, a lot of people are hesitant as to where to start. Lucky for you, you don't have to be one of those people. This article can help you learn how to transform your home's landscape into an image of beauty.
Invest in a watering system which is a drip style for your yard. This type of irrigation system will provide continuous water and is easy to install. It is also much more sustainable as it uses a lower amount of water.
The base of a large tree that provides plenty of shade is not the best place for you to try planting flowers. Instead of using flowers, consider adding a ground cover. Ground covers are easy to maintain and will add interest to your landscape. Some examples of good ground cover under trees include hosta and woodruff.
Use evergreen and other foliage plants to give your yard a sense of continuity. Many plants only bloom for a short time each year so choosing a variety of plants to bloom throughout the year is important. Foliage plants and evergreens can help fill in this gap, keeping your yard looking fresh and green year-round. Continue reading
Common Issues With Your Lawn And What You Can Do
When people think that they don't need to landscape their home they often overlook things that could actually improve the quality of their home. Even if you feel like the landscape of your home is just fine, you still might want to take a look at this article. You can learn a thing or two that you can apply towards your home.
One of the most important tips one can use with regards to landscaping, is to come up with a plan before you start doing anything. It is important to carefully consider exactly what you want your yard to look like,and then make a detailed plan as to what steps you will need to take.
A great landscaping tip that anyone and everyone should implement is to sketch out what they would like their landscaping to look like before starting out on any work. Making a detailed sketch will give you something to refer to while you work and it will also give you an idea of what your project will look like upon completion. Continue reading
Design Is The Most Important Aspect Of Your Landscaping
Landscaping creates aesthetic appeal by placing everything where it looks best. It should also acclimate itself, giving plenty of space for the homeowners needs. While this might seem like a lot to consider, read on for some simple tips that can help you to create a plan that meets all of your criteria.
When you landscape, it is wise to utilize native plants. When you decide to landscape your garden be sure to use flowers, shrubs and trees that are native to your area. Native plants will thrive in the poorest of soils, are less likely to require a lot of water, and will survive in even the most extreme weather conditions.
A great landscaping tip that anyone and everyone should implement is to sketch out what they would like their landscaping to look like before starting out on any work. Making a detailed sketch will give you something to refer to while you work and it will also give you an idea of what your project will look like upon completion. Continue reading
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Every home is going to need furniture in it. Homes have to have furniture because it serves a purpose and it gives a place a personality. Since furniture is necessary, do it properly. Apply these helpful tips to become a smart shopper for your furniture.
When purchasing a new bed, make sure you lay down on it to find the perfect comfort level for you. Many times people who choose pillowtop mattresses find that the mattress is too soft once they get it home. To help you avoid this, lay down in the bed in the position that you sleep in to ensure it suits your comfort levels.
Before you put any furniture cleaner on your items, you need to check a small place to see if there are any damages. If there are any problems after you place the product on the small area, you will know that this is not the right thing to use on your things.
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Nothing metaphysical about choices. Why do you think we have those big brains, if not to use them? And what do we use them for, if not choosing?
Making choices is a description of events one witnesses.
Well, yes. It's also the reason you have a brain. To make choices.
If the brain stores information, then there should be evidence of single points in the brain responsible for specific thoughts; more specific than general regions of the brain having general functions. The metaphor for several decades now is that the brain is like a computer with a storage and retrieval system, but has the very popular metaphor held up to the evidence?


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Keys for successful JAG local grant application
In FY 2010, BJA processed 1,577 local and 56 state applications totaling more than $456 million in JAG funding
The Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program (CFDA 16.738), administered by the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), is the leading source of federal justice funding to state and local jurisdictions. The JAG Program provides states, tribes, and local governments with critical funding necessary to support a range of program areas including law enforcement, prosecution and court, prevention and education, corrections and community corrections, drug treatment and enforcement, planning, evaluation, and technology improvement, and crime victim and witness initiatives.
In Fiscal Year (FY) 2010, BJA processed 1,577 local and 56 state applications totaling more than $456 million in JAG funding (approximately $301 million to states and territories and $153 million to local units of government). All FY 2010 JAG awards were made by September 30th, 2010.
The Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS) calculates, for each state and territory, a minimum base allocation which, based on the congressionally mandated JAG formula, can be enhanced by (1) the state's share of the national population and (2) the state's share of the country's Part 1 violent crime statistics. Once the state funding is calculated, 60 percent of the allocation is awarded to the state and 40 percent to eligible units of local government. For additional details regarding the JAG formula and award calculation process, with examples, please read the Jag Technical Report.
All 56 states and territories are eligible, as well as units of local government identified annually in the JAG allocation charts provided go to the JAG website listed above. JAG awards are four years in length; extensions are at the discretion of BJA's Director. There is no match required. Applicants for JAG Local awards are limited to units of local government appearing on the JAG Allocations List. To view the local allocations list for the current fiscal year, go to: http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov/BJA/grant/10jagallocations.html
For this grant a unit of local government is: a town, township, village, parish, city, county, borough, or other general purpose political subdivision of a state; or, it may also be a federally recognized Indian tribe or Alaskan Native organization that performs law enforcement functions as determined by the Secretary of the Interior. Otherwise a unit of local government may be any law enforcement district or judicial enforcement district established under state law with authority to independently establish a budget and impose taxes. In Louisiana, a unit of local government also means the office of a district attorney or a parish sheriff. In the District of Columbia or any United States Trust Territory, a unit of local government is any agency of the District of Columbia or Federal government performing law enforcement functions for the District of Columbia or Trust Territories of the United States.
The amount listed on the eligible jurisdiction list is a one-time award amount. The project start date is October 1 of the federal fiscal year associated with the award, with a statutory four-year period in which funds may be spent. For an FY 2010 award, the project start date will be October 1, 2009 with a project end date of September 30, 2013.
The budget/project period for JAG awards is four years. For an FY 2010 award, the project start date will be October 1, 2009 with a project period end date of September 30, 2013. Grantees may begin to obligate funds from the grant start date onward if there are no special conditions in the award document that prohibit this.
The grant application requires a "Governing Body Review'. That means that your local government ( a city council, county commission , county board of supervisors or other legislative body at the local level) based on your local laws and procedures for providing the application to the governing body must review and approve your application at a public meeting. The manner in which you notified your governing body and the date this completed must be included in the Review Narrative portion of your application. A public comment period must be provided. The application must be submitted AT LEAST 30 days prior to submission of your application to the Bureau of Justice. Submit your application via GMS no later than the application deadline, regardless of whether the local review process is complete. If the application is not complete, or you do not meet the 30-day governing body review requirement, BJA will add a special condition to the award that will withhold grant funds until you submit documentation confirming the requirement has been met. The public comment periods may be any time prior to the application submission.
As this is a federal formula grant, there is a fund amount listing for joint applications in disparate communities. If your jurisdiction is listed with another city or county government, you are in a funding disparity. In this situation, the units of local government must apply for an award with a single, joint application. This means the disparate communities must work together to agree on funding amounts for each community listed and create a multi-community application. Each community may have its own priorities. A single budget must be developed and each community must create a memorandum of understanding (MOU) defining the amount and purpose of funding each community will receive. The partnership of the local law enforcement organizations must also select the governmental body with the best capacity to manage the grant award to be the lead organization for the application. This lead organization will manage the funds and provide for all of the reporting and management requirements to the Bureau of Justice. They will also receive funding for the cost of this administrative function.
The Bureau of Justice is strongly encouraging that state and local justice planning bring all stakeholders together to create a comprehensive and strategic justice plan to ensure coordination and there for a more effective justice system. In the grant world, that means that only those states and local justifications who are currently working to create a state-wide strategically planned use for local JAG funding will likely be awarded the grant funding. BJA has made resources available to each State Administering Agency to assist with statewide coordinated planning to assist in the identification and use of effective evidence-based practices with proven outcomes. The SAA can provide training and technical assistance to each state and their partners to create a state-wide approach for JAG funding.
The local solicitation lists the following Key Priorities for Local JAG funding:
- Counterterrorism and Information Sharing/Fusions Centers
- Evidence-based programs or Practices
- Economic Crime
- Reentry and SMART probation
- Indigent Defense
- Children Exposed to Violence
- Interoperable Communications (Projects under this category must comply with the FY 2011 SAFECOM Guidance for Emergency Communications Grants which may be found at safecomprogram.gov)
This JAG funding may also be used for local initiatives, technical assistance, training, equipment, supplies, and contractual support and criminal justice information systems along with research and evaluation improvement. You may use the JAG funding for some types of police cruisers as well as police motorcycles. Other modes of transportation such as Segways and bicycles may be purchased without showing of extraordinary or exigent circumstances.
Performance Measurements must be discussed each application. The application should discuss the proposed methods for collecting data for performance measure. No performance data is required for the application. But all those funded will have to submit performance data in their quarterly reports. Applicants who receive funding under this solicitation must provide data that measures the results of their funded project.
You must use the following website to develop your plan for the collection of performance measures which must be included in your application! The performance measures required can be found at: www.bjaperformancetools.org/help/ARRAJAGandJAGCombinedIndicatorGrid.pdf.
Applicants must submit a program narrative that generally describes the proposed program activities for the four year grant period. The narrative must outline the type of programs to be funded by the JAG award and provide a brief analysis of the need for the programs. To complete this process you must demonstrate the need for the program using appropriate data and complete a cost-benefit analysis of the programs to demonstrate why this is the best approach. Narratives must also identify anticipated coordination efforts involving JAG and related justice funds. Certified disparate jurisdictions submitting a joint application must specify the funding distribution to each disparate unit of local government and the purposes for which the funds will be used.
All other application requirements for standard forms and certifications may be found in the JAG local solicitation. This application requires demonstrated strategic planning, input from all partners utilizing best law enforcement best practices and procedures. Each law enforcement organization must demonstrate project outcomes which benefit the community and the department. Make sure you address all of these issues prior to submitting your application. Only those applications with strong plans, demonstrated need, understanding of current law enforcement practices and sound performance measurement will be funded.
As always please contact PoliceGrantsHelp.com with any further questions you may have.
Best wishes with your funding endeavors.
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Wiltshire Rod & Gun stocks a vast range of guns, shooting products, clothing and accessories, to suit your needs. We stock a wide range of shotguns to suit all shots, and clothing brands including Barbour, Musto, Beretta, Browning and Seeland.
First for Service
When you visit, we will do our very best to give you the service you expect and more. Once you have made a purchase, you will receive any necessary after sale support, including help if you need any alterations to your gun.
First for Advice and Expertise
Everyone's potential purchase is different, so we will spend time to ensure you leave with what best suits you and your needs. Guns, ammunition and clothing can be confusing, but you can take advantage of our expertise to be confident in your decisions.
Tony Manvell
I have a lifetime's experience in the shooting industry. I had a Saturday job with S. R. Jeffrey and Son, Guildford, and this became full-time. Later, I moved to GMK for ten years and then to Ray Ward of Knightsbridge managing their shop at West London Shooting School.
Over many years, I have enjoyed success in world-class competitions representing England and Great Britain. 2014 produced my ultimate title of Compak World Champion. This took place at Hippo Creek in South Africa. Alongside this, I also won the World Cup, which is the amalgamation of an International event, a Grand Prix, and the World itself. Combined with the World Team Event, it was fantastic to finish the season on such a high.
In 2015, I am looking forward to the competition calendar starting, again, in South Africa. Currently, I am using a Miroku MK38 and Gamebore Black Gold.
In the Game season, I enjoy days at small local shoots. I start the early days with a .410 and move on to a 20 bore later in the season.
Cindy Boundy
For 30 years I ran my own successful catering business specialising in shooting lodges, game shoots and horse racing. Since we took over at Wiltshire Rod and Gun Ltd, in 2002, I have joined Tony in the business and built my knowledge in all aspects of shooting.
One of my main areas of responsibility and expertise is our large clothing department. I work with customers to ensure that all aspects – comfort, technical suitability and style – are fully addressed. I shoot when I can, particularly enjoying ladies game and clay shooting days, and my own experiences help to inform the purchasing decisions I make and give me confidence in the products we offer.
Wiltshire is a beautiful county and I love to take walks in the countryside, come rain or shine.
Wiltshire Rod and Gun Ltd
Our customers are both established and new, experienced shots and newcomers, and those who enjoy other country activities.
With our staff team, we look forward to welcoming you and will make every effort to help you with your needs.
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Tim and John S have spent most of this NCAA Tournament putting their picks in separate posts that prevented them from both collaborating and mocking one another. Now that we've reached the Elite Eight, it's time to stick the two of them in the same room and see what emerges. Not surprisingly, the answer isn't consensus.
TIM: So John, what looks worse now: your prediction that K-State's game with Xavier "wouldn't be close" or that Syracuse would play Pitt here since you expected "a lot of intra-Big East showdowns in this Tournament"?
JOHN S: Well, probably my Syracuse-Pitt prediction. I frankly admitted that my hunch about the K-State/Xavier game wasn't based on anything, but my prediction about the Big East failed time and again in this Tournament. So far every team in that conference has lost earlier than I expected, with the possible exception of West Virginia, who I had in the Final Four–so there's still time for me to be wrong on that one.
Anyway, we were both wrong on Syracuse, so don't try and duck that one. Two questions about this game, though, stand out to me: 1) Are the Wildcats riding a high from their 2 OT win two night ago, or are they emotionally and physically spent from a game like that? Is winning a thriller an advantage or not at this point? And 2) If Butler advances to the Final Four in Indianapolis, how much does the quasi-home court advantage help them?
TIM: If I had known Syracuse was going to turn the ball over (and over and over) against a non-pressure defense and go into full-on panic mode in the final two minutes (seriously, Andy Rautins, calm down! It's a four-point game!), I wouldn't have picked it to win the title.
Furthermore, I think the demise of the Big East has been overblown a bit, largely because its teams were overseeded. Pitt-Xavier was closer to a 4-5 than a 3-6, Notre Dame-Old Dominion more an 8-9 than 6-11, Washington is more talented than Marquette, etc. At the same time, I did expect Syracuse to rise above that fray; the Orange did not.
To answer your questions, I immediately thought about the fatigue issue on Thursday night. Contrary to what we thought going into the night, Kansas State had to exert a lot more effort to beat Xavier than Butler did to beat Syracuse. There's a short turnaround from Thursday night to Saturday afternoon, and the high altitude in Salt Lake City doesn't help matters. It wouldn't be a surprise if fatigue helped Butler establish the slower pace to this game that it wants. However, right as I'm tempted to say fatigue may cost the Wildcats, I remember that Syracuse beat West Virginia in overtime last year the day after beating UConn in six overtimes.
Butler in Indianapolis will be interesting because it's such a small school. Even though the campus is six miles from Lucas Oil Stadium, I don't think the Bulldogs would have the same kind of advantage Purdue or Indiana could have had or that Michigan State had last year. I mean, there's going to be upwards of what, 60,000-70,000 people there? Butler's enrollment is like 4,500. It'll be a nice story for journalists but not a discernible issue.
You talked a little about tempo after the Northern Iowa-Kansas upset; what do you think about the contrast here?
JOHN S: Yeah, as I said about tempo after the Panthers upset, I really think controlling the pace of the game levels the playing field of talent. So if you're right that the Bulldogs can come out early and slow the game, then I think that gives Butler a clear advantage. Now it doesn't seem very likely that Kansas State it going to panic and turn the ball over as much as the Orange did, so it may be up to Butler to beat a team that won't beat itself in this game.
Something else worth noting–and that you got wrong–about the Butler/Syracuse game was how little the Bulldogs actually did exceptionally well. You thought Matt Howard would have to "demand attention on the block" and he had a relatively pedestrian game. Gordon Hayward came up short of your 20-10 expectations, and instead of shooting "lights-out" from the perimeter, Shelvin Mack was 1-10, and the team was 6-24, from beyond the arc.
The point being that Butler played far from its best basketball on Thursday, whereas I think Xavier really pushed Kansas State to the limit (seriously, if there were any doubts about that game being the best of the Tournament, then just look at the game flow: the second half and OTs look like a goddamn DNA double helix). This may have raised Kansas State's game–god knows Pullen and Clemente announced themselves on Thursday–but it also may mean that Butler has more left in the tank.
Do you see Matt Howard staying out of foul trouble and putting up big numbers, or Hayward getting into a bucket-for-bucket battle with Pullen/Clemente? Or do you see this game being more of a grind-it-out, sloppy affair like the one Butler had against Syracuse?
TIM: Yeah, I think Syracuse did more to lose the game on Thursday than Butler did to win it, and that's what's most disappointing for the Orange.
Now, I haven't been the biggest fan of K-State all season because they rely so heavily on that backcourt of Pullen and Clemente, both of whom have shot selections that leave a bit to be desired. When they're hitting their shots, though, as they did against BYU and Xavier (where they alternated back and forth between who was carrying the team, along with Curtis Kelly), they're a team capable of winning the national title.
As for Butler, the Bulldogs may have gotten about as far as I thought they would go this season, but they haven't exactly played up to my expectations. They lost most of their early-season tests (aside of wins over an Evan Turner-less Ohio State and a better-than-we-thought-at-the-time Xavier). Matt Howard has taken a step back, it seems, in the post, as his constant, Zoubekian foul trouble has meant far fewer touches. Gordon Hayward hasn't quite made the leap I expected, and I'm not sure if he just isn't that great or if he's simply too passive. He's Butler's best scorer in theory, but Mack has been that guy in practice (at least in the Tournament).
So, I see Howard in foul trouble again, and I don't see Hayward going off and trying to match Pullen/Clemente bucket for bucket. Butler's going to try to be more balanced. The key to the game might just be whether Ronald Nored can do to Clemente (or Pullen; I'd put him on Clemente, but I'm not sure what Brad Stevens will do) what he did to Andy Rautins on Thursday. If Nored can prevent Clemente from getting out in transition, from getting open looks, and from getting into any kind of rhythm (sounds tough, but it's what he did to Rautins), the game will become slower and more hinged on crisp execution–where K-State's poor shot selection and tendency to foul a lot hurt it more.
JOHN S: I see this game playing out in two parts: For the first half, I see Butler controlling the pace, forcing some bad shots from Pullen and Clemente, who may be trying to do too much after their heroics. At that point, the Bulldogs will be in control, with a mild lead, maybe as high as 10 points.
But I don't see that lasting the whole game. I don't see Clemente and Pullen panicking like Rautins did, and I don't see the Wildcats making as many stupid mistakes to give Butler the game as the Orange did. Eventually, they will start taking better shots and making them, and I don't think Butler will know exactly how to respond to a team that is executing on offense. Butler hasn't lost since December 22nd, but that may actually hurt them here. How do they keep up with a team that is pulling away down the stretch?
I like Kansas State in this one.
TIM: I agree with a lot of what you said–almost all of it, in fact, until you talk about how Butler might respond to a challenge down the stretch. The game you laid out is a lot like the one the Bulldogs played against Syracuse on Thursday. Down 54-50 late, they responded with a 10-0 run to seize control of the game, hitting two huge threes when they hadn't hit anything all night and getting a nice post move from Howard when he had been a non-factor most of the night.
Two big things I take away from Thursday are these: 1. Butler didn't play its best and still beat Syracuse, a No. 1 seed. 2. Kansas State played its best and needed double overtime to beat Xavier, a No. 6 seed.
That's why I like the Bulldogs. It's easier to impose a slow pace than a fast one, particularly when a team is REALLY adept at imposing its will on a game. Butler will not be rattled at any point by Kansas State's pressure on the defensive end, and the Bulldogs will hit more shots today than they did on Thursday. My one concern is on the glass, where K-State can have a big advantage, particularly if Matt Howard gets in foul trouble (he will). But I don't think it's a big enough advantage to overcome the crisp execution of Butler. Bulldogs in a tight one.


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The High Tea buffet at Hilton starts from 12pm and end at 4pm – a great place to really sit and chill and eat at your own pace. It is not as crowded as Carousel on a Saturday afternoon – so if you need a quiet place to catch up and have free flow of food. This is the place to go.
The above photo is a glimpse of the dessert station. Too bad they don't serve macarons!
Miss Glitzy and friends were sorely disappointed that the hotel did not serve salmon sashimi! In terms of food variety, Carousel won hands down. Also, the noodles station expect patrons to choose the ingredients they want before handing the bowl over to the chefs for cooking. Thereafter, the patrons will add the soup (prawn noodle soup or laksa gravy) into the bowl of cooked ingredients. This is a really bizarre arrangement. Some patrons would mistake the raw ingredients on display as cooked and miss the step of passing the bowl to the chef!
All in all, Hilton Hotel provides a good ambience for a cozy and relaxed gathering. The service staff were very polite and efficient and there is no long queues for food. You get to enjoy all the food you want (except for sashimi) for the whole afternoon. For $37++, Miss Glitzy reckons that it's worth it. Oh, and UOB card holders get 15% off!
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NEW YORK (Forex News Now) – The group of stars set to perform on the upcoming season of hit U.S. reality show Dancing With The Stars has been described as having a "freak show quality."
Indeed, the list pits Bristol Palin, daughter of the former vice presidential candidate, against David Hasselhoff, of Knight Rider and Baywatch fame (who reportedly believes DWTS is a dating show).
All of this, no doubt, leads FX traders to wonder whether the show's producers might think ever so slightly further outside the box and approach certain currencies – only those with the cache of being heavily traded in currency market trading, of course – to perform?
In the event of such overtures being made by ABC, which broadcasts Dancing With The Stars, and the currencies developing the ability to perform Latin or ballroom dances, which currencies would wow the audience with their moves?
It is clear to me, at least, that the U.S. dollar would be the least exciting of dancers to watch: the greenback would probably shuffle around the dance floor, shaming its partner and embarrassing viewers, as is its wont in online currency trading against the euro, according to EUR USD analysis.
(In fact, should the dollar in fact consider appearing on the show, it would be advised to follow Condoleeza Rice, Sylvester Stallone and Richard Branson, who all rejected invitations to do so, thereby saving themselves from much potential public humiliation.)
The euro, however, could prove a formidable dancer, due to the inclusion in the 16-nation euro zone of Spain – whose tradition flamenco would certainly boost the currency's chances, much as indicator analysis has lifted EUR/USD of late.


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Beyond Blame - A New Way of Resolving Conflicts In Relationships (1996)
"...the theme of this book is choosing to move beyond blame - toward others and yourself - and instead concentrate on what you can do to alter the situation."
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Beyond Reason - Using Emotions As You Negotiate (2005)
"You negotiate every day, whether about where to go for dinner, how much to pay for a secondhand bicycle, or when to terminate an employee. These may be positive emotions like joy or contentment, or negative emotions like anger, frustration, and guilt. When you negotiate with others, how should you deal with these emotions - both theirs and yours?"
Fisher, Roger and Shapiro, Daniel
BIFF - Quick Responses To High-Conflict People, Their Personal Attacks, Hostile Email and Social Media Meltdowns (2014)
"BIFF can be applied in any communication anywhere - online, social media, in a letter or even in person. BIFF was designed to protect you and your reputation by responding quickly and civilly to people who treat you rudely, while being reasonable in return."
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Bringing Peace Into The Room - How The Personal Qualities Of The Mediator Impact The Process Of Conflict Resolution (2003)
"Bringing Peace Into The Room offers no hard and fast rules, guidelines, or advice to be applied to all mediators as to what personal qualities are best suited for all cases. Rather the book shows that developing an authentic approach to mediation requires constant grounding in self-reflection and self-awareness."
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Bully In The Ivory Tower (2012)
"Bullying was once thought of as that childhood rite of passage, something endured on the playground. However, bullying, which is pervasive, escalating hostility, and berating and mistreatment on the job can make any organization a toxic workplace environment."
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Care Packages For The Workplace (1996)
"Is your organization experiencing downsizing, re-engineering, overwhelming changes in technology and job descriptions, debilitating stress, lack of trust, low employee morale,and a "dog eat dog" atmosphere? If so, then you need this book!"
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Challenging Conflict - Mediation Through Understanding
"Understanding-based mediation offers people in conflict a way to work together to make decisions that resolve their dispute. This non-traditional approach to conflict is based on a simple premise: The people ultimately in the best position to determine the wisest solution to a dispute are those who created and are living the problem."
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Choosing Civility: The Twenty-five Rules of Considerate Conduct (2003)
"P.M. Forni offers twenty-five rules for connecting effectively with others – at home, at work, in our daily encounters. In clear, witty, and thoughtful sections, Forni covers topics that include: Think Twice Before Asking Favors, Don't Shift Responsibility and Blame; Accept and Give Praise."
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Collaborating - Finding Common Ground For Multiparty Problems
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Stuff costs money. FACT.
Money is tight. FACT.
So what do you do? You can't deprive your tot of things that she needs. But you can get savvy when it comes to your shopping.
As they say, every little helps!
Here's five tips for saving pennies on baby essentials:
1. Keep an eye on waste
So many baby essentials are disposable. Babies are messy little beings and life is, quite frankly, easier if you can dispose of things rather than wash and reuse. But be mindful of what you are using and whether you can use less. Using less means those packs of nappy bags last longer and you won't need to buy them as often. As I am the most dis-organised and squeamish person on the planet, cloth nappies are not for me. However, I've found that nappy bags can take up to three wet nappies so I don't use a fresh one every time (use a fresh one for soiled nappies and dispose of straight away, and keep them out of the little one's reach while you're filling it!).
2. Buy in bulk
Sometimes things can seem more expensive when you're buying bigger packs, but they do last longer so it is a saving. Buy the biggest box of nappies you can find (my box of 74 costs £10 from Asda and lasts nearly two weeks), buy multi-packs where you can (four packs of Huggies baby wipes costs £3.50 in Asda = 256 wipes, I don't have to re-stock that often) and make sure you shop around for the best deal!
3. Shop at Discount Stores
Discount stores ares great for things like nappy bags and baby toiletries so make sure you pop into Pounland or The 99p Store when you're in town. Don't buy blind though, often pack sizes in these shops are smaller so although you're only paying £1, you might be getting a worse off deal.
4. Know what's going on in the community
Your local NCT or SureStart Centre are bound to organise Nearly New Sales where you can pick up some bargains on toys and clothes. There might be a local Facebook group where mums advertise things they want to get rid of too so have a search and see what you can find. Why not go along to some groups to make friends? Mums often just want to clear space from their cluttered homes so they may end up gifting you some good quality items!
5. Join the Baby Clubs
Boots, Mothercare and most of the main supermarkets all have Baby Clubs that you can sign up to (you may need to register for a loyalty card). In exchange for your details and sometimes your shopping data, they will send you exclusive offers and coupons on a regular basis. Beware that they're aim is to get you to spend money though, so only use coupons on products and brands you would normally buy anyway!
What about you? Any money saving tips on baby essentials?


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Then head to www.idecoz.com!
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Loving their hashtag, metallic, Emoji, & comic inspired reusable stickers, & your kids will too!
Check out their fab website, to choose one sticker or a set! ~Love these for party favors too!
Take it from a Mom Who has a YOLO (You Only Live Once) sticker on her iPhone today!


text: Creepy It Just Broke Hollywood Horror Record With $117.2M, it also became the biggest September opening ever By Newser Editors and Wire Services Posted Sep 10, 2017 1:00 PM CDT 18 comments This image released by Warner Bros. Pictures shows Bill Skarsgard in a scene from "It." (Uncredited) View 1 more image (Newser) – It is a hit. The Stephen King adaptation from New Line and Warner Bros. has earned a record-breaking $117.2 million from 4,103 locations, according to studio estimates on Sunday. Not only is It now the largest opening for a horror movie ever and the largest September opening of all time, the film more than doubled the earnings of the previous record holders, per the AP. (One factor helping: Reviews are strong.) Before this weekend Paranormal Activity 3 had the biggest horror opening with $52.6 million from 2011, and the highest September debut was Hotel Transylvania 2 at $48.5 million in 2015. It also had a modest price tag, costing around $35 million to produce. The R-rated pic is directed by Andy Muschietti and stars Bill Skarsgard as the homicidal clown Pennywise. It's the first of a planned two-part series. The overwhelming dominance of It made the rest of the charts look downright anemic: The Reese Witherspoon romantic comedy Home Again came in second at $9 million, followed by the Hitman's Bodyguard at $4.9 million, Annabelle: Creation at $4 million, and Wind River at $3.2 million. (Read more box office stories.) View 1 more image My Take on This Story Report a story error Show results | 6% Hilarious 17% Intriguing 5% Depressing 48% Brilliant 8% Scary 16% Ridiculous


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I love taking photos of Shadow!
But there are certain times when I think taking a photo of Shadow is not really a good idea!
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"It's hard to find a rapper with the ability to encapsulate the attention of an audience through a raw delivery of bars, but theantisocial is the quintessential example of just that."
–Elevator Magazine
theantisocial, born Justin Bryan Smith on September 11, 1994, is an american hip hop artist from Landover, Maryland. Inspired by Talib Kweli, Outkast, Nas, and J. Cole, Anti began writing music to cope with the financial struggles his family experienced and his mother becoming chronically ill who later succumbed to a heart attack when he was 13.
While attending college in New York, Anti's father was diagnosed with Cancer, putting a hinder on his family financially and causing Anti to leave New York and move back to Maryland at the end of his freshman year. After hanging up the mic to focus on taking care of his father and finishing his pursuit of education locally, he later used his struggle as motivation to keep going. He began releasing singles throughout the year and steadily building a following as "theantisocial", a name that represents a mistaken characteristic; he just needs time to get to know you before opening up.
The success of his singles gave him recognition from the D.C. creative collective "Last Niight", where he later joined and released two singles with them titled "SHOOK" and "EVOLVE".
After many years of trials and tribulations, which developed him into a hard-hitting lyricist with a unique image with his big red hair, theantisocial can't help but to stand out visually, and lyrically.
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The nuclear materials found in Libya in 2004 were highly likely to have been produced by North Korea, U.S.-funded broadcaster Voice of America said Saturday, citing an interview with a former senior official of the U.N. nuclear watchdog.
In the interview, Olli Heinonen, the former deputy director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency, said uranium hexafluoride, or UF6 ― used in uranium enrichment in Libya ― was very likely to have been made by the communist state.
Heinonen made the allegations based on North Korea's purchase of parts to develop nuclear capabilities, information provided by Pakistan and other pieces of evidence.
To the question of whether there is any connection between the North and Syria with regard to nuclear technology developments, he said that that should be further investigated. He added that a nuclear reactor in Syria, which Israel destroyed, was very similar to North Korean reactors, indicating the possible connection between the two states.
The former deputy director general also said there was a good chance that North Korea has uranium enrichment facilities in areas other than the Yongbyon nuclear complex, stressing that IAEA inspectors should visit those facilities, provided they are allowed to do so.
Touching on the possibility of the North abandoning its nuclear programs, Heinonen said that the North could renounce them if the abandonment would lead to its economic development and security assurance.
The six-party talks aimed at denuclearizing the North have been suspended since 2008. China, the host of the multilateral talks, has been seeking to establish a mood for the dialogue while the South is apparently reluctant to see the resumption of the talks immediately as inter-Korean issues, including two deadly attacks last year, have yet to be addressed.
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A mother who was accused of sexually abusing her 11-month old daughter online in return for almost £10,000 has been arrested in Romania.
The mother-of-two, who is from the Varasti area in southern Romania, was arrested last week by Romania police after they received a tip off from the FBI.
U.S. authorities discovered pictures of the mother abusing her baby while investigating Brandon Gressette, who was arrested last year for sexual exploitation and child pornography charges.
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Romanian authorities were informed that the woman was operating under the username brunetelovex2 and had allegedly received money from Gressette via Western Union.
It was later revealed that between June 2014 and October 2015, she had also received a total of £7,000 through 13 transfers from seven people in the USA, the UK, Belgium and Holland.
The woman told prosecutors that she did not think the baby would be emotionally affected because she was so young.
She said: 'I agreed to do these things with my daughter because I thought that she couldn't have suffered any trauma. I thought that it was all just a game.'
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She also stated that she had been video-chatting before she was pregnant but after her baby was born, she decided to involve her as well.
'Some of my clients knew that I had been giving birth to a baby. They asked me to undress her and to touch her.
'I agreed to do that in exchange of money. Some of them were paying me with $500 (£348), others with 100.'
If she is found guilty, the mother could face up to 15 years in jail.
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The Mayor of Wirral, Cllr Dave Mitchell joined over 160 local people at the second Annual General Meeting of Wirral Community NHS Trust at the De Vere Village Hotel Bromborough.
Guests enjoyed the opportunity to visit service exhibitions and speak to Trust staff. It was an chance to share the diversity of the work of the Trust, learn more about what we do, how we measure our performance and how we engage with patients and public.
Following presentations from Frances Street, Chairman, Simon Gilby, Chief Executive and Steve Wilson, Director of Finance on the Annual Report 2012/13, there was an open question and answer session where the Trust board answered questions put forward by Trust members and the public.
The event was well received by those attending. Dave Hammond, Membership Manager said "feedback from our members has been very positive with many commenting on how they have enjoyed the opportunity to meet our staff. It was also great to sign up new members at the AGM taking us to over 4,300".
If you were unable to make the AGM but want to find out what was discussed you can download the power point presentations from the day.
An online film of the AGM speeches and the responses to our Q&A is available.
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