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Software ROI and Business Analysis
Does Agile use business requirements documents?
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How to resolve team conflict
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How to deal with workplace conflict
Personalities often clash when several people work together. When facing an issue, learn to appreciate team members for their contributions, not how they express themselves. Continue Reading
Key players to consider when comparing cloud providers
Cloud providers offer the same basic service. However, different providers cater to different customers. Continue Reading
Software quality metrics paint partial project picture
QA consultant Gerie Owen discusses the use of two post-production metrics: defect removal efficiency and defect detection percentage. Continue Reading
Industry analyst reports are trustworthy, to a point, says expert
Kevin Parker discusses the pros and cons of industry analyst reports and advises when it might be best to trust your own instincts. Continue Reading
How to know when legacy products have reached end-of-life
It's hard to know when to retire an aging legacy product. Scott Sehlhorst offers some strategic advice for application portfolio managers. Continue Reading
What gets business leaders involved in the ALM governance process?
Getting business leaders to contribute to the ALM governance process is a must. IT veteran Kevin Parker gives his advice for project managers. Continue Reading
Why do project managers want enterprise ALM governance policies?
IT veteran Kevin Parker explains how enterprise ALM governance policies increase cooperation between business stakeholders, development and SQA. Continue Reading
Give slow Agile projects a boost with root cause analysis methods
Root cause analysis methods help Agile practitioners weed out the source of problems in Agile projects that aren't delivering the value they should. Continue Reading
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Having nagged Liv, here are some of the happy couple's photos for us to enjoy.
A beautiful olive green theme with cala lilies, love the girls with their sunglasses on for the photo shoot and the cute bridesmaid :)
We created all the lovely bridal flowers using ivory roses and cala lilies, and continued this theme with the olive green and calas. The fans were decorated with olive ribbons and cala lilies with a diamante details, the chairs were dressed with olive sashes, we created simple centrepieces with cala lilies in each tall vase with olive stones in the bottom, and completely lit up the venue for the evening with our lanterns and candles.
We lined the fabulous pool with lantern bags and candles, I was amazed by just how stunning this venue looked at night.
Liv is keeping busy now with planning her new husband's 40th, it is always nice to hear our brides are busy after their weddings!
PS Am nagging many photographers here at the moment for our weddings we have done this year, sure they probably all hate me at the moment for adding that extra stress, but as and when they send me photos I will post them, as we have done some fabulous weddings this summer :) x


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Bookshelves can take many different forms, so this type of do-it-yourself (DIY) can project present a wide range of possibilities. The best tips for putting together DIY bookshelves can depend on the skill level of the person doing the project, the available budget, and what types of tools and materials are on hand. One of the easiest ways to make DIY bookshelves is to simply lay boards on top of cinder blocks, or other objects that are both heavy and uniform, though this is not always the most aesthetically pleasing choice. Another simple way to put up DIY bookshelves is to locate the studs in a wall, screw in some brackets and then lay down a board, or sheet of shatter proof glass. Other tips are to consider cutting up a hollow cored door to create floating shelves, or repurpose some old drawers by attaching them to a wall.
For DIY bookshelf projects that have little or no budget, severe time constraints, or no real tools available, there are a number of tips that can help put together a serviceable result. One common option when putting together DIY bookshelves is to use cinder blocks and boards. This method simply involves laying the cinder blocks in place, setting a board over them, then adding another set of blocks, a second board, and so on. It is also possible to create bookshelves in this same way by using milk crates and other objects. Since this is a low cost method that involves no permanent constructions, it is often a good temporary measure until other shelves can be built, and might also serve well in a garage or workshop setting.
Other DIY bookshelf designs typically require more technical expertise, tools and materials. One easy option is to obtain wall brackets and screw them into the studs in a wall. A board or sheet of laminated glass can then be laid over the brackets, creating simple bookshelves. Another similar idea is to attach strong L-brackets to the studs so that the part that is mounted to the wall is pointing up. A glass sheet can then be placed on the brackets, and when books are set on the sheet they will appear to float in the air.
A particularly unique way to make DIY bookshelves is to take a hollow cored door, cut it in half, and then use the pieces to make floating shelves. This involves attaching a board to the studs in a wall with lag screws to act as a cleat, then sliding the hollow cored door over that board. The shelves are then glued and nailed to the cleat, resulting in a strong shelf that appears to extend directly of of the wall. It is also possible to repurpose old drawers into a DIY bookshelf by removing the hardware, cleaning them up, and then attaching them to a wall.
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When I was in college, I needed some extra space for books in my dorm room. All I did was purchase some basic boards and a few brackets. I installed them in a row on my wall, and just like that I had a DIY bookshelf that was cheap and easy to make.
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I think that hardwood makes the best DIY bookshelves. To make a simple one, all you need are 7 to 10 boards, some nails and a hammer.
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What are your primary concerns regarding the divorce process? Are you worried about child custody and child support? Have you turned your attention to property division, perhaps because you don't have any children together?
Choosing divorce mediation can help make it easier for your kids
Divorce is a difficult time for everyone in your family. You and your spouse will deal with the sorrow, anger and grief that come from a failed marriage. Your children will also experience a host of negative emotions, from anger and sorrow to confusion and guilt. While these reactions are normal and processing these emotions is healthy, there are still things you can do to reduce the impact of your divorce on your children.
3 things to remember during a DUI stop
Imagine driving home on Friday night after spending time at your favorite Belleville hangout. With only a few more blocks to go, you suddenly see red and blue lights flashing in your rearview mirror. You have been pulled over before for various minor traffic violations such as speeding or maybe not stopping long enough at a stop sign. The difference this time is that you had a few drinks and the officer might suspect as much.
Even high asset divorces benefit from mediation
Divorce mediation allows couples who want to face divorce with civility and respect an alternative to traditionally mediated divorce. Even in cases where couples find it difficult to communicate without conflict, mediation can offer an effective process each party can use to reach fair agreements about every area of divorce.
The requirements for a simplified joint dissolution of marriage
Divorcing Illinois spouses often have two big questions on their mind: How much is this going to cost? And, how long is this going to take? Cost and timing vary based on the specific details of a divorce. However, there are some things that generally may be able to help point a divorce towards being cheaper, faster and less stressful.
Mediation might help you work out a co-parenting plan
Mediation is a very useful tool when it comes to working out a divorce settlement and child custody. If you and your-soon-to-be ex-husband both want a divorce without a lengthy court battle, mediation might be your best option. Not only will it help the two of you work toward a fair property division, including how you will handle your house in Belleville, but you can create a parenting plan for your children.
Pushing for your parental rights in a contentious divorce
Divorce has a way of bringing the worst out in people. It can be an isolating, painful experience. Those who feel hurt often choose to lash out at others, and that's when divorce gets messy. One spouse decides he or she wants to use the children to prove a point. It may seem like obtaining custody is a means of "winning" the divorce and punishing the other parent. Sadly, it's often the children who pay, socially and emotionally, when parents refuse to work together in a divorce.
Tips to keep your divorce "healthy"
Is there such a thing as a nice and easy divorce? Maybe for couples that were only married for two seconds and did not have enough time to make any joint purchases or have children. However, even for these couples, the process can be complicated. Once you throw in kids, the house in Belleville, retirement and investment accounts, and over ten years of marriage, things definitely get more complicated. And contentious.
Know the penalties in Illinois for drunk driving
With football season just around the corner, people are going to head out to parties to watch the games. Other festivities might also come up. One thing that many parties have in common is that there are alcoholic beverages offered.
Include the right details in your parenting agreement
In the event of a child custody dispute, it's only natural to believe that you'll end up in court at some point in time. While this could happen, here's something to remember: A large number of disputes are resolved before the case ever goes to court.


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Former UConn wide receiver Marcus Easley was a fourth-round pick of the Buffalo Bills in 2010. He suffered a knee injury during training camp, landed on injured reserve and missed the season. In 2011, the Bills had planned for him to play opposite Stevie Johnson but Easley again ended up on injured reserve, this time with a heart condition.
After nearly two frustrating seasons, there is finally some good news. Details via wgr550.com's Joe Buscaglia:
Head coach Chan Gailey said there is no question that Easley would be cleared to play next season. The wide receiver has been around team facilities recently, so Gailey was asked if Easley would return.
"That's up to him. We're going to give him every opportunity but that's up to him," the head coach said. "Every player gets an opportunity. What they do with that opportunity is totally up to them."
Easley has been attending meetings with the Bills wide receivers and has been at the team facility that past few weeks.
"I'm slowly getting back into things," he said, via the Buffalo News. "I have been doing cardio work and lifting some weights. I've been here pretty much the whole time. I'm actually getting something out of it [the workouts] now. Being in the weight room and getting back to the way things are supposed to be was a relief."
Easley, listed at 6-3, 205 pounds, caught 48 passes for 893 yards and eight touchdowns at UConn during the 2009 season. His next NFL reception will be his first. Here's to hoping that come in Week 1 of the 2012 season.
This summer, before he was diagnosed with the heart condition, Easley spoke about the frustration of missing his rookie season with a knee injury and then not being able to practice due to the summer-long lockout.
"As crazy as it sounds, nothing ever went as planned for me pretty much my whole career," he said. "It's yet just another obstacle for me to overcome."


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According to folklore, in the reign of King Ly Thai Tong, the princess's boat once was turned over by a huge snake when she took sightseeing at Nguyet Duc River (Duong River nowadays). The King awarded the big prize for anyone who could find and save the Princess. Although, a lot of people were unsuccessful when going to find the Princess, some people found her but they could not win with the huge snake. Therefore, the King had to sadly accept the loss of beloved daughter. Surprisingly, at that time there was a visitorsng man of Le Mat village voluntarily gone to rescue the Princess. With his superhuman skills, along with the determination and snake catching experience, the man fought bravely to aquatic monsters and finally rescued the Princess. The King was extremely excited, as well as all inhabitants were surprised and especially people of Le Mat village also feel proud of their boy. The King decided to reward him with abundance of precious stuff like silver bullion..., but the visitorsng man refused them all, in stead, he asked the King to break the ground near the West of Thang Long together with the people in his village and neighboring ones for making their life. After the King agreed, Le Mat villagers with the visitorsng man crossed the Nhi Ha River (Red River) to the West of Thang Long for starting their life. Day by day, the land became productive, extended thanks for their try, hard-working to overcome difficulties and now the village become 13 different farming villages known as "Thirteen farming villages". Including: Giang Vo, Ngoc Ha, Lieu Giai, Cong Vi, Ngoc Khanh, Van Phuc, Kim Ma, Xuan Bieu, Thu Le, Huu Tiep, Vinh Phuc, Cong Yen and Dai Yen.
After the opening13 farming villages, that visitorsng man returned to strengthen the old village, so it is called as "Tru Mat". After the boy died, the villagers constructed a temple worshiping him, respected him as their God. According to his example, people in Le Mat village added catching, breeding and processing snakes to their profession apart from the usual work of farming and later became the main occupation of the village.
Currently, in the village many households in survival and enrichment from the profession of breeding. The village has dozens of specialty restaurant and many annual artistic and cultural activities and festival of the snake, including the largest Festival is Le Mat Snake Village Festival with Giao Long dance. Le Mat is a center of the Northern area about trading and exporting snakes to other countries like China, Thailand ... at the same time it is the only famous traditional snake village in Vietnam has been awarded certificate of monument craft village and granted operation license.
The village festival
To express their gratitude for the young man, the villagers constructed a temple at the edge of the Southern of the village and on the southern of the Duong river, respected him as God. On March (lunar calendar) every year, a population of Thirteen farming villages and tourists from everywhere not only attend the festival but also commemorate and honor the visitorsng man with the local people. Every year from 20th to 24th of March (lunar year), the village was ornately decorated with full of flags, candles and incense. This is also one of the major festivals in Vietnam still retained many unique cultural value, in the ceremonies and various types of folk culture, including in particular Giao Long- the village famous dance. Giao Long dances is the way for people to tell the tale about a Hong man fighting with monster to save the Princess.
Many activities in Le Mat snake festival
Personage in beautiful princess of King Ly Nhan Tong
Preparing for Giao Long traditional dances
Personage in Hoang man
Hoang fighting with Giao Long (big King cobra)
Hoang had won and safed the Princess
Rocession of 13 villages in Le Mat Snake festival
Giang Vo village
Ngoc Ha village
Traditional music
Fishing activities in village wells
People giving money to the fish to get luck
Then carry on in the temple and processed fish salad
The Hung Snake Restaurant
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Wednesday, November 2, 2016
A Man and His Dog
6 comments:
- Lin said...
There is just something about an animal friend. No words need to be shared...just love.
I hope the Weiner Dog is feeling better these days.
- November 2, 2016 at 7:45 PM
- vanilla said...
Lin, I think person needs an animal friend.
Wiener is behaving normally, for him. Vet put him on four meds, two of which she says are "forever." Well, may the dog live so long!
- November 2, 2016 at 9:08 PM
- Grace said...
Oh my word - look at you! And Spot looks like a sweetie. I do love dogs, truly sweet creatures, never met one I didn't like.
- November 2, 2016 at 10:55 PM
- vanilla said...
Grace, not everyone liked Spot, but I loved him anyway.
- November 3, 2016 at 10:51 AM
- Vee said...
Great snapshot! I remember the good old days with the beautiful brown wavy hair and dashing mustache. Also remember your friend, Spot.
- November 4, 2016 at 9:14 AM
- vanilla said...
Vee, the photo is really much better than the reproduction here. Mine is framed behind glass, 11 x 14. Heide shot this on film, setting f-stops, timing and all that sort of thing back in the day before digital photography and Dick processed and printed in his own laboratory.
- November 4, 2016 at 6:12 PM


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Alfred Dunhill started his empire way back in 1893, when he opened his first shop in London. He was well connected in the City, and his shop was a reflection of those connections. The shop sold mainly automobile parts and accessories, something that could only be afforded by the well-to-do of the time. After a short time he considered that watches would make an excellent addition to his growing stock, and so started selling quality timepieces.
After a decade of running his shop successfully, Alfred became more interested in his watches and other timepieces and started experimenting with timepieces for varying purposes. His first patent was a device for measuring a specific portion of time, similar to a stop-watch function.
As time passed, he became more and more fascinated with watches and soon he was selling chronographs, waterproof clocks for airplanes and other time measuring devices that he sourced mainly from Switzerland.
Sometime in the 1920s he started selling wrist watches made by various manufacturers, including men's and women's designs. He also became famous for his tobacco and related products and his timepieces also ended up in cigar lighters, ashtrays and even belt buckles.
For the collector, interesting watches with the Dunhill name are likely to be from around the 1920s to 1930s, when some interesting and attractive models were sold by the company. Dunhill still makes watches today and is a part of the Vendome group of companies.
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Leaders who are resilient, adaptable, and flexible are hard to come by. There is no such thing as a one-size-fits-all management style; leaders must tailor their approach to suit the needs of various individuals according to changing circumstance. When someone who possesses these qualities leads a group of people towards a common goal, the results are nothing short of amazing. So how exactly does someone become this dynamic leader?
Be Confident In Yourself
You can't expect others to trust you if you can't trust yourself first. Even if your self-confidence isn't as high as it could be, it's best not to convey that to your peers. People are much more likely to flock to a strong, self-assured person.
Learn to Read People
Leaders with high emotional intelligence are naturally great at reading people. The best response at any given moment is influenced by the reception of your audience. Being able to read people will let you assess a situation and respond accordingly based on the demeanor of your audience.
Be an Active Listener
Being an active listener ties in with knowing how to read people effectively. There is a great deal of sub-context hidden in everyday jargon; knowing how to read between the lines and decipher hidden meanings can give you great insight on the situation at hand. In any given situation, the more variables you are aware of, the more adaptable and flexible your options become.
Accept Criticism
By definition, flexible leaders are able to handle and even thrive in the face of changes. To be flexible, you must be able to recognize your flaws and learn from them. Stubborn leaders who insist on performing the same mistakes over and over are going to fail eventually.
Think Outside The Box
Being an agile leader means using fresh, creative solutions when all else fails. It also means engaging in new or unorthodox patterns of thought when faced with unfamiliar obstacles. Continuously sticking to same paradigms of thought in the face of old and new challenges can cause you to become stagnant.
Being flexible in your management style is a key part of being successful as a leader. Keep in mind, however, that there's more to being successful than just adaptability. Qualities such as grit are arguably as important as flexibility when it comes to prospering as a leader. Behind every successful leader is a myriad of factors that work together to achieve the common goal.


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The popularity of vapes and e-cigarettes are on the rise, largely because for smokers it is seen as a safer alternative than smoking traditional cigarettes. It is easier to transition to a vape than it is to quit smoking cigarettes cold turkey. That being said, there is still nicotine in a vape and nicotine is still highly addictive. If you are considering switching from cigarettes to a vape pen then here is a beginner's guide to the cost of vaping. Brought to you by a vape shop online Canada.
What Comes in a Vaping Kit?
A basic vaping kit can cost you less than $50 and it is going to last roughly a year, depending on how you look after it. You may have to replace a piece during that time, but not that often. In the kit you will have a battery, vaporizer, atomizer, charger and a bit of the e-liquid to get you started. The atomizer is the part that heats the e-juice and creates the vapor. A basic kit is a relatively inexpensive way to see if vaping is for you and if you can switch from cigarettes to a vape.
Once you decide to vape rather than smoke then you will probably want to look at getting a better device. For a better vape kit you can expect to pay around the $150 mark. The reason most opt to switch is better battery life, for starters. Bigger batteries can give you up to two days of use, whereas the smaller kits you will be lucky to get through the entire day. These rates will depend on how much you vape during the course of the day.
The "Other" Costs
You're probably thinking that the costs so far are not that bad it's cheaper than smoking and less dangerous. But those aren't the only costs associated with vaping they are just the initial costs let's look at some other expenses you may end up paying.
- E-Juice: This is going to be an ongoing costs and a vial of the e-Juice can vary in price. A bottle can cost $15 – $30, but they will last roughly a month so that is significantly cheaper than smoking. However there are a dozens of different brands and flavors to choose from and you may end up buying a bottle or two that you never finish.
- Atomizer: The vape pen itself and the battery should last you 6 months to a year, but the atomizer will have to be replaced more often. You could end up buying a new one every six weeks or so. Particles from the e-Juice get clogged in there and it stops working. However atomizers don't cost that much, about $5 each.
When all is said and done your cost to vape will average out to about $40 per month, give or take. That is A LOT cheaper than cigarettes by a good margin and it is far less dangerous.


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Featuring man-made swimming pool, this hotel offers stunning views over the harbour and the Caribbean Sea. Ocean Terrace Inn Hotel offers its guests free transportation to the beach. This hotel features a pool-side bar, which offers cool drinks.
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MLB 10: The Show
Sony has been on a roll lately. The PS3 is now selling briskly in almost every region, and the system's already impressive library of games is being inundated with triple-a exclusive title after triple-a exclusive title so far in 2010. But what about the PSP? Sony's wide-screened handheld has gone through numerous iterations over the years, but still hasn't managed to find a comfortable place in a market dominated by Nintendo's touch screen wonder machine – the DS.
One sometimes has to ponder: what exactly is the point of purchasing a PSP when you could get Nintendo's handheld, with its superior library of games and unique, duel/touch screen feature set? The answer to this question is quite simple: only the PSP can run a game like MLB 10: The Show – a realistic, portable baseball title with broadcast quality presentation, life-like player animations and nearly all the features you'd expect from a blockbuster console sports offering.
When you think of portable baseball gaming, you probably think of iPhone or DS touchscreen batting, lots of homeruns and not much depth. Sony's in house development team would disagree with you. When creating MLB 10, they clearly focused on providing a proper "console" baseball experience for the PSP. Now, if you've played the last few years' iterations of the game, you already know this. Exhibition, Season, Homerun Derby and Manager modes are all here and accounted for, as well as the addictive Road to the Show – a career mode which allows you create, train and play as one player as he progresses from lowly rookie to World Series MVP. This mode is more appealing than many similar offerings in other sports titles because it doesn't force you to play though entire games. Instead, it gives you control of your player in a handful of important situations throughout any given game, and ranks you on how well you carried out your manager's orders and/or preformed in clutch situations. Road to the Show is perfect for on-the-go baseball gaming due to the fact that you can bust out a match in about five minutes or so.
Besides having most of the features you'd expect from a console baseball title, MLB 10 delivers the goods presentation-wise as well. Player animations are silky smooth, transition well, and look like they've been created from exhaustive motion capture work. Ball and bat physics and collision detection are also fantastic, with short choppers, crushing line-drives and hooking fouls all popping off the bat in exactly the way you'd expect them to – even when scrutinized closely in the game's impressive suite of broadcast-style replay angles. On the audio side of things, the play-by-play commentary by Matt Vasgersian and Rex Hudler gets the job done admirably, if erring a bit too much on the side of stuffy professionalism instead of disarming, friendly banter.
Of course, the PSP screen, impressive as it is, isn't quite up to snuff resolution-wise when it comes to displaying all of the intricate details and goings-ons further away form the player's point of view. So, for example, when paying in the Road to the Show mode, it can be hard to determine what direction the ball was hit (and how hard) if you are playing as, say, an outfielder. You do tend to get used to it though, and Sony did make the ball slightly bigger when it's far away from the screen for easier tracking. The PSP's ho-hum analog stick also poses a bit of problem, as precise pitch-aiming can be a bit harder to pull off than it should be. Once again, you get used to it, but spending five seconds trying to place the pitch cursor in the outside corner of the strike zone, when it should have taken one second, is annoying.
The last negative thing that can be said about the game is the complete lack of online functionality. This is especially mind-boggling because last year's iteration included both online play and smart roster updates, both of which have been cut this time around. What this means is that owners of MLB 09: The Show might be better off not picking up MLB 10 at all, and just updating their older games' rosters. In all honesty, though, the lack of online functionality isn't a huge loss, because most people who are really jonesing to dive into some online, competitive baseball will probably pick up the PS3 version, which is fully featured.
All in all, MLB 10: The Show is a superb baseball offering for the PSP. It's got gorgeous graphics, wonderfully detailed stadiums, professional commentary, and gameplay mechanics nearly as fine-tuned and realistic as those found in its acclaimed PS3 cousin. It is also extremely customizable, with an absolute ton of adjustable sliders and options for everything from batting accuracy and pitch speed to the type of music that plays during any particular player's walk-up. Add all of that together with the addictive Road to the Show mode (which seems perfectly suited for on-the-go gaming) and you have one of the most playable, realistic takes on America's national pastime available for a portable system. So, yes, go and get the game; but remember, sunflower seed oil fingerprints and glossy PSP screens don't make happy bedfellows.


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Five years have passed since Bay Area vocalist Masha Campagne made her recording debut, forging a simpatico alliance with pianist and arranger Weber Iago and emerging as one of the most surprising Brazilian stylists to ever navigate the Jobim and Caymmi songbooks. Surprising, that is, because Campagne is Russian by birth yet sounded straight from Ipanema, blending the wistfulness of Astrud Gilberto with the robust liquidity of Flora Purim.
A half-decade later, the sun-dappled voice is slightly richer, the bossa sensibility still predominant. While the masterful Iago is again onboard and remains the driving force, Campagne has widened her musical circle, adding Brazilian guitarist Guinga and German vibraphonist and harmonica player Hendrik Meurkens.
Jobim is represented by a shimmering "Outra Vez"; Carlos Lyra's 'Se E Tarde Me Perdoa" is provided an appropriately peppy reading; and "invitation, " though taken at a sprightlier pace that usual, fully retains its inscrutability. Among seven original compositions, four come from Campagne, with varying results. "My Hear Was Lost & Found for You" is pedestrian romantic fare, "Mystery Unwrapped" a rather clunky ode to self-actualization, and "Broke But Rich' a bizarre yet compelling pastiche that seems a crooked roadmap toward purity of soul. Best is the sweet, contented title track.
Guinga contributes the playfully meandering "No Fundo do Rio" and achingly gorgeous "Exasperada." But top marks are reserved for Iago, whose, dense, undulating "I Can See You Now" proves a deeply affecting closer.


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So, I guess I should get it out of the way: I'm a novice blogger, and a reluctant one at that. Not that I don't enjoy writing, but it feels like such a big commitment, and a great responsibility to provide information to readers…well, of course that's assuming I HAVE readers…on a regular basis. So I pondered whether to do this for quite some time.
But, I've been encouraged to share what I know, and what I'm learning, about eLearning. And I'm using the term eLearning pretty broadly, because it can encompass so many things: instructional design, graphic design, technical writing, needs analysis, screencasting, script writing, narration, video creation…to name a few eLearning eLements.
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Vday Baked Goods Tag
SUPPLIES: Cardstock: (white) Papertrey Ink Patterned paper: (Beautiful Branches, Dearest Dots from Be-Loved collection) My Mind's Eye Clear stamps: (tag from Rescue Remedies set) Waltzingmouse Stamps Dye ink: (Old Paper) Ranger Industries Specialty ink: (Dare to Be a Diva Red hybrid) Clear & Simple Stamps Accents: (red rhinestone) Michaels; (white angel wings) MemrieMare Fibers: (jute twine) May Arts; (peach ribbon) MemrieMare Dies: (large, small labels) Spellbinders Tool: (heart punch) Fiskars Finished size: 2 3/4" x 4 1/2"
1 Die-cut large label from patterned paper. Punch hole.
2 Die-cut small label from cardstock; ink edges. Stamp tag; adhere to large label with foam tape.
3 Adhere angel wings with foam tape. Punch heart from patterned paper; adhere with foam tape. Adhere rhinestone.
4 Tie on ribbon and twine.
Sweet Sentiments
This elegant tag will give your sweets just the right touch. Check out "Treats for the Sweet" in our January/February 2011 issue for a variety of projects that combine delicious treats with sincere sentiments.
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To execute a valid will, you must follow the requirements for your state. For example, Florida law requires the will to be signed by you in the presence of two witnesses who also sign the will. A benefit of a will is that it is relatively inexpensive and simple to create. However, if you choose to distribute your assets through a will, your estate will likely need to go through the probate process. If your estate must go through probate, having a will in place is a more desirable outcome than intestacy -- dying without a will -- because you can clearly identify what property you want to distribute to each beneficiary. In addition, in your will you can name an executor, the person who will manage your estate throughout the probate process.
If you die without a valid will, your heirs will receive your property according to your state's rules of intestacy. In most states, your spouse and children will receive the majority of your estate. If you die unmarried and have no children, your parents and siblings will likely receive your property. If you die without a will, your estate will go through probate and the court will appoint an administrator to handle the distribution of your estate.
Probate is the process of taking an inventory of your assets after death. The probate court identifies your assets and debts so that your estate can be distributed to your beneficiaries. Depending on the size of your estate and the laws of your state, your estate will most likely go through the probate process following your death, with or without a will. Probate can be costly and time-consuming. However, you may be able to avoid probate by creating a trust or distributing your property prior to your death.
A trust holds your property for the benefit of the people you name as beneficiaries, and is created through a written document. A living trust is one type of trust. It can be created while you are alive and is revocable up until your death. You can fund the trust by transferring your property into the trust, but you will still have access to the property during your lifetime. In addition, you must name a trustee to manage the trust. One benefit of a trust is that the property in your trust does not go through the probate court. However, any property you leave that is not included in the trust may need to go through the probate process. Creating a trust can be expensive and requires you to manage your assets, if you designated yourself as trustee, once they are in the trust.
Other Options
In addition to creating a will or trust, you can transfer property to your heirs prior to your death or set up your accounts to make them payable to your beneficiaries upon your death. For example, you can create a "payable on death," or POD, account. A POD account is created with your bank and enables the individual designated as your payable on death beneficiary to receive the account balance upon your death. You can also name beneficiaries to your insurance and investment accounts prior to your death or add beneficiaries to your home's title.


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Stew with Johnny's Au Jus
- 8Servings
- 00:10Prep Time
- 00:40Cook Time
- 4 Klondike Rose or Klondike Goldust potatoes
- 1 bottle Johnny's Au Jus Concentrate
- 1 cup onion, sliced
- ½ cup green bell pepper, sliced
- 2 cups carrots, sliced
- 1 cup peas, frozen
- 1 cup corn, frozen
- ½ Cup mushrooms, sliced
- ½ cup red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 lb. beef cubes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil
- Water
- In a large pot, brown the meat in a little oil. Stir until all the meat is nicely browned.
- Add the onions and bell peppers, sauté for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Add the celery and sauté for another minute. Add the mushrooms, carrots, corn, peas, and potatoes, and Sauté for 3 minutes -stirring frequently.
- Add the Au Jus Concentrate to the vegetables. Add just enough water to cover the vegetables in the pot.
- Simmer over medium heat for 30-40 minutes or until everything is cooked through. Serve hot.


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Cooked lentils
Serves 4
150g dried Puy lentils, soaked overnight in cold water
2 carrots, peeled and halved
2 banana shallots, peeled and halved
2 onions, peeled and quartered
2 sticks celery, halved
A few sprigs of fresh thyme
2 bay leaves
20g parsley stalks and leaves
8 garlic cloves, peeled and halved
30g smoked bacon
1 tsp salt
1 Place the lentils in a saucepan with 1 litre of cold water and bring to a simmer. Skim off the scum and add the vegetables, herbs, garlic and bacon. Continue to simmer for 1-1½ hours until the lentils are cooked and tender.
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The Virgo Personality: Understanding Your Own Innate Virgo Personality Traits and Virgo Characteristics to Become a Better Virgo Woman by Analise Zanardi. Available on both kindle or paper back provides information that aims on the readers' complete understanding of the Virgo woman. The book includes sections that focus on the better comprehension of astrology, identifying a Virgo woman, the symbology of Virgo, and others that pertain to the other aspects of being a Virgo.
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What good timing this little Kiwi Crate had for us! Thanksgiving is on Thursday, so miss J is home from school all week on holiday. I needed some things to help keep her busy and this was the perfect thing for today.
For those who don't know about Kiwi Crate yet, it's a company that puts together these awesome themed crates for kids 3-7 that contain materials for inspiring, educational, and fun projects. They have a monthly subscription service here or celebration crates here which can be purchased just one at a time. Right now they have some crates geared towards the holidays. We received the Gifts by Me Box c/o Kiwi Crate.
J had so much fun creating her pictures in the paint and then transferring them to paper. This was such a fun technique! I want to do some myself now 🙂
It was so sweet listening to her decide what she was going to make and who it would go to.
She also got to stamp on ribbon with the paint and the snowflake stamps that came with it.
We used some of the prints to make cards.
The others were added to these really nice journals. I have to say, I'm always impressed with the quality of products that they put in these crates. You are not getting cheap stuff. It's name brand items and high quality materials so that means what is left over is great to keep around for other projects. These make great Christmas gifts and I highly recommend them.
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Enjoy a bountiful garden harvest this fall with the informative articles in this third edition of the Mother Earth News How to Grow and Preserve Your Own Food. From cover to cover, this glossy-paged guide contains tips and techniques for growing your own fruits and vegetables, and preserving them using simple, easy-to-learn techniques.
Learn how to grow winter tomatoes indoors all through the season; harvest the freshest mushrooms with the help of a do-it-yourself kit; discover how to make sauerkraut; and more. This guide includes detailed articles on extending your growing season with greenhouses and cold frames, including how to build an easy hoop house for less than $1,000. You'll also learn how to build better soil with free organic fertilizers (including two you won't even need to pay for.)
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