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It's been said that spring and early summer are the best times to sell your house. Competition among buyers can be fierce during these warm months and for whatever reason, the data has consistently shown that homes sell for more in spring and early summer. Maybe there's something psychological to warm weather that entices buyers or maybe it has something to do with the fact that families want to settle in before the school year starts in the fall.
Either way, it's not always possible to choose when to put your home on the market. But while spring might be the busiest time of the year for real estate transactions, homes get bought and sold every season of the year. Here are some tips for selling your home in the off-season.
Staging for Snow
In many parts of the country it gets cold and snowy during the winter. If you live in a climate where snow is prevalent, make sure that you stage the outside of your home accordingly. Shovel the driveways and be sure to clear ice away from walkways and doors. Buyers want to feel safe and comfortable when they're looking around.
Just because your grass is brown or your house is covered in snow doesn't mean you can't stage it successfully. Try to highlight the house with tasteful winter-themed decorations like Christmas wreaths and aesthetically-pleasing lighting.
Houses for sale in the winter tend to show especially well when they're decorated for the holidays. Seeing decorations, lights and presents under a Christmas tree can create a warm feeling for buyers. And it might help your house seem even more attractive than it would be in the warmer months. Make sure that you choose tasteful decorations, though, that will appeal to a wide variety of buyers.
Leave the Lights On
Once daylight saving time ends, it can get dark pretty early. Consider putting your outdoor lights on a timer. That way, when prospective buyers show up, the house will look bright and cheery instead of dark and dreary.
You can apply the same idea to the inside of your house too. Make sure that the heat is on before buyers arrive and that the place is clean, smells fresh and is warm. First impressions are everything in real estate so you really want to "wow" buyers when they pull up to your house and walk inside.
Stand Out From the Competition
During the winter months, there may not be as many buyers but there also aren't as many sellers. Often times, off-season buyers need to move quickly, whether due to job relocation or major life changes, so be ready for them.
In order to make your property stand out, consider adding a video to your listing or creating a small website to showcase your home. When there's less competition out there, you can end up getting more for your property if you're willing to go that extra mile.
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joeywarren needed a new logo design and created a contest on 99designs.
A winner was selected from 43 designs submitted by 14 freelance designers.
A local Audio Visual company, specialising in orchestral, choral, world and acoustic music recording and live sound. We are not-for-profit, and have existed entirely on word of mouth for work. We now need to get serious, and we're suffering from the lack of a corporate presence on the web and other places.
Charity Audio Visual
Of Sound Community Service (others are welcome too!!)
Desired Color Scheme:
Open, needs to be smart, readable on all formats of publishing. Purples, blues, greens?
Desired Style:
The style is open, and we expect our feedback to shape the final winner's design. This is why we 100% promise to feedback on each design! (no "graffiti style" through please!) Please try to reflect the genre of the music we generally provide PA & recordi
Accepted File Formats:
Full editable formats, plus rendered gif / jpg
We're looking for different ideas for website banner logos which can easily be adapted (and please show they can be adapted) for other uses - so flexibility is also important!
This contact will probably lead to a full web design contract for the winner, however the logos are what we need immediately!
The company name is "Charity Audio Visual" - and we like the idea of using "ChAV" as an acronym for the short versions of the logo. (in the UK, ChAV is a well-known term of "endearment" for a Burberry-clad footballers-wife!)
For longer versions of the logo (such as the banner logo??), we could use a strapline such as "Of Sound Community Service", or the longer company name.
We do recognise that some logos look too wordy, and will review anything which reflects the community, charitable and technical nature of the work we do.. the above are NOT rules, they are **just** our current ideas.
Colours are open, but avoid pinks please - these logos need to appeal to people like local young unsigned artists, event organsisers and local record label A&R.
The logos need to look current, ahead of the game, young.... but not too "street" culture please.
The style is open, and we expect our feedback to shape the final winner's design. This is why we 100% promise to feedback on each design!
We will review EVERY entry with a keen eye, and provide a full, frank and fair level of feedback !
We will also acknowledge your logo designs with your full contact details on any website we have designed with your work... fair's fair?!
Innovate and win!
(preferred payment is paypal)
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The Nissan N12 Pulsar EXA/NX Turbo (1981-85)
The Nissan EXA/NX Turbo N12 made it's debut to the world stage in 1981, in the era of hot front wheel drive turbo vehicles. Powered by a E15-ET Turbo engine, it shared all it's goodies with the N12 Pulsar ET, except for Pulsar's rear end disc brakes (which by the way can be fitted directly to the N12 EXA Turbo).
They were renown for their ability to produce vast amounts of power from it's small powerplant, coupled with a light body they made for lethal weapons on the race track. It took very skilled drivers to master the torque steer from this little baby.
Other not so well known variations of the N12 EXA/NX Turbos were the non-turbo E15E versions, and the factory convertible version.
The Nissan NX-21 Concept Car (1983)
While Nissan sales departments were busily shipping out N12's they were looking to the future, and wanted a radical new design for the upcoming NX/EXA series.
Chief designer Thomas Semple, the then president of Nissan Design America, took charge of this new and ambitious new project. Semple, was renown for the design of the Pulsar EXA/NX, the NX Coupe, and even the current 350Z.
What started out as rough sketches and quickly evolved into a drivable vehicle for the 21st century.
The NX-21 was to sport a more aerodynamic design complete with the now trademark slotted exa rear lights, gullwing doors, a modern interior with all the fancy electronics the 80's had to offer (including no rear vision mirror but a projector screen instead, a voice warning system, a smarter engine management system called ECCS), coupled with a powerful new ceramic gas turbine engine driving the RR (Rear engine/Rear drive) layout. The fuel efficiency was better than most modern diesels at the time, and could take various forms of fuel (including kerosine, light oil and alcohol). The power output was rated at 100PS.
(Pictures courtesy of our friends at Concept Car Central, benjamin3000, Eddie Ratley)
The Nissan EXA/Pulsar NX N13 Series I (1987-88)
The N13 model Nissan EXA first appeared in 1987. It sold for around $29,000 (Aust).
Unlike the N12 model, the N13 model was based on the chassis of the B12 Sentra (US model). It was powered by the all new CA16DE power plant - a double overhead camshaft, 16 valve, EFI 1.6 litre (as it proudly proclaimed on the sticker on the side of the car). Unfortunately the CA16DE's that made their way to North America and Australia/New Zealand had a lower compression than their Japanese counterparts (resulting in less power and torque) and never got their rear disk brakes either.
Compared to other Japanese car manufacturer's offerings it didn't fare so well, it was roughly this time the Honda CRX and Toyota MR2 entered the sports car market.
NISSAN EXA/Pulsar NX N13 Series II (1988-90)
Nissan quickly released the EXA with the Series II in 1988. Sporting a slightly larger motor, the CA18DE (1.8L), power and torque were more inline with the rest of the field. The interior got an upgrade with new cloth trim, but sadly the rear-drum brakes remained.
NISSAN EXA/Pulsar NX N13 Series III (1990-92)
The final N13 series was the Series III. It received the rear-disc brakes it was begging for, the interior once again got a revamp with new adjustable head-rest front seats. Many series III received power windows as standard also
The 1988-91 Grand Prix Edition. This limited edition run was only available in Australia between the years of 1988-91. There were roughly 500 made, each receiving it's own number plated on the dash.
The GP Edition received a more aggressive two piece front spoiler, Vector SSS alloys, and GP decals on the side. Mechanically it was indentical to the N13 Series II.
The Nissan EXA Solaire model did not differ alot from the Series III EXAs. The Solaires had different alloy wheels, and ugly pinstriping on the side of the car, with a Solaire logo. Many of these cars also came with factory power windows.
Photos courtesy of Trippa
NISSAN EXA N13 LA Type SE, SportBak (1988-91)
The sportbak versions of the EXA are a rarity and an oddity at the same time. Usually grey in colour they replace the standard hatch of the N13.
There is also a softbak version with the hatch taking a Mazda Miata/MX5 look.
NISSAN EXA N13 Factory Turbo (?)
The rumour has been going for years, we've been unable to find an owner of such a beast (yet). Word is that it is powered by either a CA18DET or CA16DET with an LSD gear box, and disc brakes all round from the factory. It is possible that it was made by Nissan for once-off race/rally use, but never saw the race track.
There has been unconfirmed sightings of factory turbo N13 EXA in Australia and New Zealand. It is also possible that side stickers read 16 Valve DOHC Turbo.
Will we ever see this unicorn? Time will tell.
Nissan discontinued the EXA in late 1991. They used the same design team to come up with it's successor - the NX Coupe. The NX featured a rounder, more modern design, and had a much easier to maintain motor in the sr20de. In the US, a nx1600 model was also released, which had the ga16de motor. The sr20de raised the power output to 105kW compared to the series III EXA's 93kW. Nissan discontinued the NX coupe in 1995.
Features of the NX Coupe included: Removable Glass Targa Roof, Chrome exhaust extension, Power door mirrors, Front 2 speed with intermittent wipers, One piece colour coded bumpers, Integrated high mount stop lamp, and a dual tone horn, Power Steering, Tilt adjustable steering wheel, Remote hood, fuel and hatch releases.
Nissan also released a special edition NX coupe called the NXR. This model came with everything that the NX got, with the following extras: Anti-skid Braking (ABS), Front air dam with integrated fog lights, Side skirts, Rear boot lid spoiler with integrated brake light, Pulsar SSS (n14) wheels, Cruise control, power windows, Central Locking, Leather 4-spoke steering wheel, Leather Gear knob, 4 speaker stereo with amplifier, and charcoal interior.


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22ndcentury needed a new logo design and created a contest on 99designs.
A winner was selected from 161 designs submitted by 40 freelance designers.
Apps Cafe
Apps Cafe is an exciting new retail concept that introduces digital products (mobile apps, games, videos and more) into a retail environment.
The Apps Cafe is:
- A place where the physical and virtual collide.
- Technology and Digital focus.
- Forward thinking.
- Social. (Making solitary behaviour a fun, social activity)
- Welcoming.
- The Convenience Factor, making it easy.
- Coming together of activities/an Infusion.
- An inspiring space for like minded passionate people.
When looking at the logo/brand identity people should feel that it oozes a welcoming, friendly vibe they would like to investigate further, be part of.
Target Audience
Broad target audience, balanced male/female appeal; age range 18-44 - ABC1.
If Apps Café were a city it would be: Amsterdam, London, Milan, Melbourne
If Apps Café were a band we'd be: Gorillaz, The Black Eyed Peas
If Apps Café were a fashion label it would be Marc Jacobs, Tom Ford, Miu Miu
If Apps Café were a meal it would be Tapas, a melting pot of different flavours and complimentary dishes
The Apps Cafe logo must be timeless - a recognisable icon that communicates the intrinsic values of social interaction and future technology; a mark that is extensible and can be applied to future sub-brands and categories.
Make a social media icon, think Web 3.0 - app-y.
When looking at the logo/brand identity people should feel that it oozes a welcoming, friendly vibe they would like to investigate further, be part of.
The Brand Design
- Modern.
- Clear.
- Creative yet clean, not overcomplicated.
- It should be futuristic, whilst still relatable and relevant to today. Less geek, more chic!
- Appeal to both sexes (broad target market 18-44)
- Fun, engaging.
- Social not corporate.
- Smart, switched on.
- Broad, global not limited to one service. More lateral than 'does what is says on the tin.'
Brand Integration with 22nd Century
Logo must sit comfortably with other 22nd Century brand identities (see attached images)
Colour scheme needs to be complimentary
Logo Applications
The logo must be able to scale and support the following applications:
- Retail Signage
- Printed Letterhead
- Marketing Material
- General Documentation
- Promotional Goods (T-Shirts/Mugs/etc)
- Website
- Mobile App
What We Don't Want:
- Obvious 'coffee' related themes (i.e., coffee cups, steam motifs, Starbucks look-a-likes, etc.) – this is not a café in the traditional sense.
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Tim Russert collapsed and died at the studio today. He was 58.
Really sad.
He had apparently just returned from Italy. NBC says the cause of death was a heart attack, but I've gotta put my money on a PE.
An obviously distraught (but professional) Tom Brokaw announces the news.
13 June 2008
Holy crap
Tim Russert collapsed and died at the studio today. He was 58.
Posted by shadowfax at 2:32 PM
13 comments:
I was just getting ready for work when I heard the news. I still live in Buffalo, and my husband went to the same High School he did (many years later of course). It has dominated the local news scene, and is the second significant political loss this city has dealt with in the last month.ReplyDelete
There is no one in the world who could replace him.
Also, my husband just posted a tribute on our blog.ReplyDelete
So do you think it was a PE because they had just returned from a long trip, or do you have another reason for suspecting PE?ReplyDelete
Obviously medical curiosity here. This is a tragic event for his family, colleagues, and fans.
- Anonymous6/13/2008 5:23 PM
The Vegas odds would still be on MI unless he had protein C and S deficiency, prostate CA, and a known untreated DVTReplyDelete
Not sure that I've ever shed tears over the loss of a "celebrity" before... this would be a first... so sad.ReplyDelete
My money's on Hillary.ReplyDelete
I agree with the PE call. First the whole "collapsed and died" thing doesn't really sound like an MI (perhaps sudden cardiac arrest, but that's also unlikely).ReplyDelete
Recent transatlantic flight in a somewhat obese person anyway? Yes probably a DVT that embolized. That wouldn't take a coagulopathy.
Geeze I'm an insensitive clod. Now that I've talked about him being an obese candidate for PE I should mention that it is a tragedy that he died and I do feel for his family.ReplyDelete
I was at the gym when I saw the broadcast on CNN! So sad. He spoke at my graduation from Providence College in 1999; Sunday mornings will not be the same.ReplyDelete
We thought perhaps a PE also, given that he'd just returned from Italy, but apparently the autopsy just showed cardiomyopathy and an MI.
May Tim Russert rest in peace.
- Anonymous6/14/2008 2:03 PM
dan-just curious why you consider sudden cardiac arrest unlikely? the syndrome occurs unpredictably and is more lethal than pulmonary embolism, although certainly in total the incidence of pe (detected and undetected) is probably higher than that of sca. the latest numbers i saw were 650k pe, 400k sca. given the highly unpredictable nature and the age/gender and what we know of his medical history, it seems just as likely as a lethal pe. obviously i have no way of knowing. jmo.ReplyDelete
- Anonymous6/14/2008 3:46 PM
I got the email update from the NYTimes on my PDA when it happened and gasped, what a shock. He was one of the few reporters/commentators on Cable who maintained some integrity in their work.ReplyDelete
Certainly a loss for the News in addition to the people who loved him.
So they did decide it was an MI...ReplyDelete
Well, just goes to show the fears of telemedicine are overblown :P My speculation about the PE versus SCA was just based on the relative incidence of SCA versus PE, nothing fancy (apparently misguided).
At least his family's taken care of. I went to get his book for my dad for father's day and I got the impression that every copy in the U.S. had sold in the last 3 days :P Jeeze.
Latest news I read stated new clot found in the LAD as the cause of death.ReplyDelete


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January 16, 2012
Indians, Squatters, Settlers and Soldiers in the "Old Southwest"
A Conference for the Nation's Genealogists
January 16, 2012 – Austin, TX. Registration for the 2012 Federation of Genealogical Societies Conference, scheduled for August 29 - September 1, 2012, in beautiful Birmingham, Alabama, is now open. This year's conference theme is "Indians, Squatters, Settlers and Soldiers in the 'Old Southwest'," and the local host is the Alabama Genealogical Society (AGS).
This year's FGS conference offers an exciting opportunity for anyone interested in researching their family history. Over 175 educational sessions and 13 luncheons are designed to balance the needs of genealogists at all levels, exploring a variety of records, strategies, and other tools available to those interested in researching their family history. Special sessions include a wide variety targeting members and leaders of genealogical and historical societies. In addition, special events, such as the Alabama Genealogical Society Opening Social at the Alabama Theater, the FGS Evening Social at the historic Sloss Furnaces, Spotlight on Societies, and daily sponsored lectures provide an excellent environment to meet and network with others interested in family history and genealogy.
Session sponsors include FamilySearch, Ancestry.com, findmypast.com, the National Archives and Records Administration, and others.
Conference Highlights
- Librarian's Day: On Wednesday, August 29, 2012, ProQuest is sponsoring a full day of sessions designed for librarians, archivists, and other information professionals serving family history researchers.
- Conference Sessions: A wide variety of genealogy-related lectures and workshops for all experience levels. Topics include Southern research, Settlers and Indians, soldiers, strategies and techniques, technology, and writing.
- Special Events: Include the AGS Opening Social at the Alabama Theater and the FGS Evening Social at the Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark—all providing an excellent environment to meet and network with others interested in family history and genealogy. This exciting week of genealogy closes with a Farewell Brunch on Sunday.
- Exhibit Hall: Filled with a wide array of vendors and organizations, Cyber Cafe and lounge area sponsored by RootsMagic, and a special Spotlight on Societies area will showcase local and regional genealogical and historical societies.
Learn More and Stay Connected
- Visit the Conference News Blog at http://www.fgsconferenceblog.org
- Follow the Conference on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/fgs2012 and on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/fgs2012
- Greater Birmingham Convention & Visitors Bureau at http://www.birminghamal.org
The Federation of Genealogical Societies (FGS) was founded in 1976 and represents the members of hundreds of genealogical societies. FGS links the genealogical community by helping genealogical societies strengthen and grow through resources available online, FGS Forum magazine (filled with articles pertaining to society management and genealogical news), and Society Strategy Series papers, covering topics about effectively operating a genealogical society. FGS also links the genealogical community through its annual conference -- four days of excellent lectures, including one full day devoted to society management topics. To learn more visit http://www.fgs.org.


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Gobel Traditional Finish Mini Round Tart Pans
Use these classic French pans to create enchanting single-serving tarts that show off fresh berries and other seasonal fruits. The choice of professional pastry chefs, the pans promote even baking and perfect browning, and their lift-off rings promote easy release of the delicate crusts.
- Heavy-gauge tinned steel ensures even and gentle heat distribution for consistent baking and professional-quality results.
- Ideal size for individual servings.
- Removable bottoms support the baked crusts while you slip off the pans' outer rings.
- Pan bottoms also aid in transferring the tarts to plates or platters.
- Pans are equally suited to preparing savory mini quiches.
- Made in France by a company that has produced quality bakeware since 1887.
- Set of six.
Dimensions & More Info
- 4" diam., 1 1/4" high.
- Made in France.
Use & Care
- Oven safe to 425°F.
- Use only wood, nylon, silicone or other nonmetallic utensils to avoid scratching the surface.
- When the tin is new, it is shiny. However, it will become darker with baking. This is normal and will not interfere with the properties of the metal.
- Hand-wash in warm, soapy water. Dry thoroughly before storing.
- Do not soak.
- Do not use abrasive cleaners such as metal scouring pads, as they can damage the surface.
Shipping Information
UPS can deliver most in-stock items within 3–5 business days. UPS is unable to deliver to P.O. boxes.
Shipping Rates
The shipping rate varies depending on your order total and shipping destination. View Shipping Options and Charges.
Next Day Delivery
For an additional charge of $26 per address, we can expedite delivery to most destinations. This service is not available for some oversize items, items shipped directly from the supplier (including perishable and custom-manufactured items), out-of-stock items and items to be shipped outside the contiguous 48 states.
Orders received by 9:00 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday will arrive the next business day; orders placed Friday through Sunday will arrive on the following Tuesday.
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At Williams Sonoma, we take great pride in the quality and craftsmanship of our products. Attention to design, materials, safety and construction are our priority. Upon receipt, please inspect your purchase and notify us of any damage; we will arrange for a prompt replacement.
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WhatIfSports.com unveils the 2012 NCAA bracket preview
Computer picks NCAA winners
DETROIT – Computers assist us in so many aspects of our lives on a daily basis so why not get a little help for your NCAA bracket?
WhatIfSports.com has unveiled its 2012 NCAA bracket preview which includes results for the three Michigan teams involved in the tournament.
Everyone will be trying to pick the Cinderalla teams of 2012, but WhatIfSports has used its college basketball simulation engine to help you make your picks. The site "played" every tournament matchup over 2,000 times.
For upsets, the site liked Belmont over Georgetown, BYU over Marquette, N.C. State over San Diego State, and Texas over Cincinnati.
In terms of the Michigan teams. the computer gave Michigan State a 7.5% change of reaching the Final Four. The Spartans were given a 3.3% chance to win the national title.
Michigan was picked to win the first round versus Ohio University. But, the computer selects Temple as the winner of the second round.
As for the UDM Titans, they are expected to lose to no. 2 seed Kansas.
The computer crowned no. 1 seed Kentucky as the national champion.
You can make your own simulations on WhatIfSports.com for free.
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Neil Young said Tuesday that he is picking up where Steve Jobs left off, working on a device that can offer digital music without sacrificing quality as iTunes, Amazon and others have done.
"Steve Jobs was a pioneer of digital music, but when he went home he listened to vinyl," Young told Peter Kafka and Walt Mossberg at AllThingsD's Dive Into Media Conference. "I have to believe if he lived long enough he would have tried to do what I'm trying to do."
The legendary rocker is working on a separate device that downloads each song at the highest possible resolution, but that also takes 30 minutes to complete a single download.
Young said he is trying to make legal music as convenient as possible, but some worried that the long download times would be inconvenient.
Young disagreed.
"While you're sleeping, your device is working for you," he said.
Young did not invoke Jobs' name at random. He said that he had been talking with Jobs about the project, but that since the Apple co-founder died in October there is "not much going on now."
In order for it to hit the market the "rich people out here" —meaning the conference audience— need to help.
Yet just because Young resents digital music and technology companies for reducing the quality of most audio content, that doesn't mean he takes a backwards approach to illegal music or the Internet.
"I look at Internet as the new radio and radio as gone," Young said. "Piracy is the new radio; it's how music gets around."
What does that mean for record companies?
Young hopes they hang around.
"I like Warner Bros. I like my record company," he told Kafka and Mossberg, the latter of whom asked what record companies can really do for someone of his stature.
"It's not what's for me but for other musicians," Young said. "What I like about record companies is they nurture an artist, they keep encouraging artists to grow. That doesn't exist on iTunes. That doesn't exist on Amazon."
But Young also acknowledged that the record companies make bad business decisions because they are music people who live "in another world form Silicon Valley."
Acknowledging those that proclaim record companies are obsolete, all Young could say was "maybe they are."


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DURHAM, N.H. – A year after sharing the award, UMBC senior Mallory McIntyre (Winnipeg, Manitoba/St. Mary's Academy) has been selected as the 2013 America East Setter of the Year, the conference announced at this season's awards banquet Thursday night at the University of New Hampshire.
In addition, McIntyre was named to the All-Conference First Team for the second year in a row and was joined by classmate Emily Witsaman (Medina, Ohio/Medina). Junior hitter Hannah Schmidt (Catonsville, Md./Mount de Sales), a 2011 All-Rookie Team honoree, was chosen for the league's Second Team. McIntyre and Schmidt were also honored on the All-Academic Team for their success in the classroom, as well as on the court.
"I'm really happy for all of our all-conference award winners," said ninth-year head coach Ian Blanchard. "It's a great accomplishment and speaks to the athletes we're recruiting.
"We're getting athletes of high-character that can work through adversity and are all excellent students. These athletes represent everything we want for our program."
A year after taking the reins of the Retrievers' offense and setting career-highs as a junior, McIntyre outdid herself in her final year in Baltimore. The senior led the conference with a 10.28 assists per set average, handing out 1,038 assists to bring her career total up to 1,960, the eighth-highest in school history. In addition to leading UMBC to the second-best hitting percentage in the conference (.203), McIntyre recorded a career-high 192 digs this season while registering nine double-doubles, the second most for the team behind classmate Ali Goc (Oshawa, Ontario/R.S. McLaughlin).
"This is Mallory's second year in a row winning Setter of the Year and I think her accomplishment reflects a lot of hard work, grit, and determination," added her head coach.
Equally as successful in the classroom, McIntyre has compiled a 3.42 grade-point-average (GPA) in her first three years at UMBC while studying for a degree in media and communication studies. The senior has also been working towards minors in American studies and management of aging services. She was recognized on the America East Commissioner's Honor Roll as a junior in 2012 after being mentioned on the America East Honor Roll each of her first two seasons. On campus, McIntyre has earned Semester Academic Honors three times for her work.
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"It hasn't been easy for her. She's had to work really hard to get better, and I think this award is a reflection of her desire to improve and her devotion to the team. Any time a setter gets an award like this, it is a reflection on her team."
Witsaman earns a place on the All-Conference First Team after missing nearly a year of competition due to an arm injury. Returning to the court against local rival Towson on Sept. 10, Witsaman sparked the Retrievers to a three-set sweep by powering down six kills on just seven swings. The senior went on tally a career-best 217 kills this season while hitting .302, the second-best percentage in the America East. Witsaman was also a force at the net, combining to turn away 67 block assists to jump to sixth all-time in UMBC history.
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In her studies, Schmidt has accumulated a 3.36 GPA while working towards a degree in biological sciences and studying to receive a minor in emergency services. She was recognized on the America East Commissioner's Honor Roll as a freshman and has received semester academic honors twice during her time at UMBC.
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I was rooting for Montego Glover of "Memphis." But most everything else went as expected: The high-falutin' art play, "Red," won, as expected, for best new play, and "Memphis" won for best new musical. If "Fela" couldn't win — and it couldn't, since they took the critics' votes away — I was just happy to see that "American Idiot" wasn't wrongly coronated simply on the pure, discombobulating coolness that Green Day gave Broadway by bringing their hipster punk to Times Square. Each year, the Tony Awards show just how chronically insecure Broadway can be in terms of pop-culture coolness. But "American Idiot" oughtta come with a snot rag.
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A video showing Rep. Cliff Stearns (R, Florida) announcing his desire to "sell off some of our national parks" was recently filmed and released on the Internet by the Florida Political Action Cooperative.
In a speech given at a town hall meeting in Belleview Florida, Stearns explained his position.
I got attacked in a previous town meeting for not supporting another national park in this country, a 200-mile trailway. And I told the man that we don't need more national parks in this country, we need to actually sell off some of our national parks, and try and do what a normal family would do is — they wouldn't ask Uncle Joe for a loan, they would sell their Cadillac, or they would take their kids out of private schools and put them into public schools to save to money instead of asking for their credit card to increase their debt ceiling.
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July 2007 – 'Celebrating Achievement' – Exhibition Guide
Dec 2007 – London Potters Magazine – 2 pages illustrating work
Mar/Apr 2008 – Ceramic Review – 'Naked Raku – the secrets exposed'
May/June 2010 Ceramic Review – Article on Fuming with Ferric Chloride
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H&M Blazer, Zara Trousers, Aldo pumps with Absolutely Audrey bow clip.
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Love how you've added some spice to those heels with the bow -too cute <3ReplyDelete
Me encanta tu blazer,te keda ideal ;)un besitoReplyDelete
El blazer y los zapatos me encantan! Pero tu pelo!!!! Qué envidia, tienes un pelo precioso!ReplyDelete
Oh wow... Amazing outfit!! Love everything about it! The blazer & shoes are just LOVE!!!! ... Your hair is also soo amazing :)ReplyDelete
Love the bow you added to your pumps and the blazer is divine! xoxoReplyDelete
hey . very cute shoes. you have such gorgeous hair.ReplyDelete
cute look Delmy, the bows on your heels are adorable.ReplyDelete
Clothes Are Cute
woooow! tienes un cabello preciosooo! me gusto mucho tu look! te ves muy bien!!ReplyDelete
es un tatuaje lo de tu pie? no lo alcanzo a ver muy bien pero creo que es una maripoza verdad?
me gusto mucho tu blog de verdad estas lindisima ^^
you look beautiful!!! I love the combination of grey-white-black, I think it's so elegant.ReplyDelete
I'm also starting with christmas tree this week, about Mariah's christmas album... I listen to it the whole year
great look! and these shoes are the cutest!ReplyDelete
I am so ready for Christmas albums!! Esp. Mariah, back when she was amazing...ReplyDelete
love the shoes..what a cute idea with the bows =)
You blazer is gorgeous and so is ur hair! love the way u curled it here! very old hollywood glam :)ReplyDelete
great blazer and shoes. i hope you're feeling much better!ReplyDelete
Glad to have you back! You look classically wonderful, like always! Love your shoes!ReplyDelete
Have a wonderful holidays!
adorable shoes and your hair is GORGEOUSReplyDelete
- AnonymousNovember 29, 2009 at 9:19 PM
how could there be nothing in your size online? you're like a size 4...ReplyDelete
Love this outfit!ReplyDelete
Great outfit!!! You look gorgeous!!ReplyDelete
Your hair looks so soft. :)ReplyDelete
I love the little bows. Where are they from?
Can you recommend some eateries in NYC to me? Wishing we could meet up if there is time?!
haha yep, i love how u noticed that, i got my bangs trimmed yesterday... i can see!! lolReplyDelete
your hair always looks so fabulous! very cute outfit.ReplyDelete
Love what you did with the shoes - and hurray for the awesome blazer!ReplyDelete
Good to see you back!ReplyDelete
You look great! Love the sleekness of this!
The blazer is amazing!...
My favorite time of the year, good food, holiday music and decorations! LOVE!
love that blazer, it looks fabulous on you. I always find double breasted blazers make me look enormous. what is your trick lady? hahaReplyDelete
x Niki
delmy, you are back and fabulous as always! i am so happy you pulled through.ReplyDelete
your hair looks amazing and i love your makeup, can you show us how to do this look?
Shoe clips! What an amazing thing that I've totally forgotten about until now...ReplyDelete
And I have a blazer JUST like that on my holiday wish list. I can't believe you found that one at H&M!
so effortlessly chic and ur hair is seriously stunnin wish my bob was like thatReplyDelete
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glad to see you're back and i'm loving the wendy williams reference... i LOVE her.ReplyDelete
your shoes are always perfect and i love your boxy blazer...
- AnonymousNovember 30, 2009 at 2:54 AM
Wow I love the blazer and the shoes!! Really amazing!!ReplyDelete
the shoe clips are brilliant. Your photos are so cute! I've searched forever for a nice blazer, but I find that blazers never fit me well.ReplyDelete
If it's okay with you, I'd love to link you to my blog to come back for more! I've just stepped into the fashion blogazines and I can't get enough - I'm terribly addicted. Your photos are def inspiring. If you link me back, I'd love all the support as I take off with my blog <3 I have to say, fashion bloggers are hands down the most down-to-earth people ever.
Keep up the amazing work
great as always!!love your style!!ReplyDelete
Estas preciosa y veo que recuperada de los malos días!! Me alegro mucho!!ReplyDelete
Esos zapatos me vuelven loca!! los podría encontrar en España??
Un beso guapa!!
- AnonymousNovember 30, 2009 at 4:03 AM
u look damn good. :DReplyDelete
love your grey blazer!ReplyDelete
Hey hun! I luv ur outfit, its super chic!!! Hope u well and have a stunning day!! : ) xxReplyDelete
Solo quería saludarte y decirte que me encanta la chaqueta y los zapatos, como siempre estás preciosa.ReplyDelete
Besos desde España.
Wonderful outfit, I love your shoooooes! And the blazer too, but especially the shoes...ReplyDelete
can i just come raid your closet?ReplyDelete
I wanted to tell you that I love your style and your hair, most especially your hair :)ReplyDelete
Lovely pumps, Delmy!ReplyDelete
Me encantan tus zapatos! tambien tu pelo!! debo decirte que intente peinarme como tu siguiendo tu tutorial...pero no me quedo =( jajajajaja como quiera lo voy a seguir intentando!ReplyDelete
Gorgeous, darling D!ReplyDelete
Love your blazer!
- AnonymousNovember 30, 2009 at 12:50 PM
your hair oh your hair. I love this cut.ReplyDelete
Very nice outfitReplyDelete
and great blog, inspiring :)
Classy outfit! Those heels are amazing!ReplyDelete
Black Friday is NOT for me anymore!! I remember it was a must that I go every year...i guess I grew out of it..but I was always smart about it..I'd wake up 5 am and was done my shopping around 1 pm, which was when the crowds moved in...anyways..I love your bows..too freakin cute!!!ReplyDelete
Glad to see you're back and on your 4 inch heels!ReplyDelete
-Janet from FashionAntics.blogspot.com
glad your back to your 4 inches!! you look radiant!ReplyDelete
and me too im trying to get into the spirit so bad i cant wait to go and get my xmas tree :) hopefully soon!!
I love your jacket. it is so perfect and adorable shoes!!!! love your blog girl!ReplyDelete
yeah, the heels are absolutely too cute!ReplyDelete
- AnonymousNovember 30, 2009 at 2:15 PM
i love the bows! :)ReplyDelete
- AnonymousNovember 30, 2009 at 2:27 PM
lovely! you can never go wrong with a blazer and heels! :)ReplyDelete
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this is so chic - those shoes are fabulous!ReplyDelete
i tagged you in my lastest blog post =]
I would kill for your shoes!! its too bad we don't have AldoReplyDelete
pumps are absolutely perfect:))ReplyDelete
wowwww girl i love your outfit!ReplyDelete
I really like this outfit -- it's really simple, and so chic. I love the bow detail on the shoes! - JoAnn, Sidewalk ChalkReplyDelete
Those shoes are fab!!! - Natalya of Wear NecessitiesReplyDelete
I love your blog lots! Your hair looks gorgeous, and your outfit is adorable.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousNovember 30, 2009 at 5:46 PM
CREATIVE BOW IDEA!ReplyDelete
The shoes look adorable with the bow clip!You look smashing as always doll!ReplyDelete
The pumps are fabulous!ReplyDelete
Love the whole Outfit, it's so simple but great...
#' Iv
thanks for the love <3 i linked you back. keep in touch !ReplyDelete
Can I have your shoes, please? :-PReplyDelete
- AnonymousNovember 30, 2009 at 9:25 PM
Wow, what a simple; yet beautiful outfit! Love those shoes!!ReplyDelete
Love your gorgeous style. Following. XOReplyDelete
delmy - could you share what color blush you use and how you apply it, what kind of a brush - the colors you use are always so subtle yet pretty, thanks!!!ReplyDelete
Nice blazer!ReplyDelete
So glad you're back to posting!! Loving your Audrey Hepburn look with those trousers and shoes! Adorable :)ReplyDelete
AMAZING OUTFIT AND EVEN MORE AMAZING SHOES!ReplyDelete
good to have you back! great shoes!ReplyDelete
sweet shoes!!!!!!!!!ReplyDelete
I´m in love with your picture!! Love your pants and shoes but your hair is awesome!! I love it!ReplyDelete
Love your blazer !!!Great look!ReplyDelete
i l-o-v-e your hair <3ReplyDelete
I adore those shoes!!! I've always wanted to wear duper sky-high heels, but my mom discourages me cuz she thinks i'm too young for it. well, I'm 16 already. And I'm Malaysian. We have Topshop, Zara, MANGO & Forever21 here in Malaysia, but not H&M or Target or those American Retail stores.. Maybe help me with some fashion tips? :) Thanks!ReplyDelete
love the simplicity of this outfit.ReplyDelete
amazing outfit!! your hair looks awesome in this photos btw!ReplyDelete
classic look. hope you had a wonderful thanksgiving. xoxoReplyDelete
- AnonymousDecember 1, 2009 at 9:01 PM
loving your makeup most! especially the eye makeup~please do make tutorial of this look... :)ReplyDelete
*to the spangler, well i'm Malaysian too babe! :D*
I realy love your outfit on this post.ReplyDelete
Amazing, kissssss
Love the blazer!!!ReplyDelete
Perfect proportions, Delmy.ReplyDelete
And the Audrey bow clips give the shoes a new lease on life.
Loving this look!
Hope you're having a fab week gorgeous girl!
great outfit, like always !ReplyDelete
Hiya, i think your blog is really cool! Your very pretty, and i love your posts. Keep up the good work!ReplyDelete
so classic & chic, love it!ReplyDelete
fabulous blazer! i stayed home too to shop online- bought 3 things from shopbop, but that's it!ReplyDelete
(oooh, I gave you a blogger award!!)ReplyDelete
WOW. Your hair is so amazing. Love those shoes. Great post. As for black Friday, I refused to get up that early. ;)ReplyDelete
love your shoes!ReplyDelete
Hello girl!!! You look super cute in that blazer. Love the shoes. The detail at the front is unique.ReplyDelete
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love this cardigan Delmy!ReplyDelete
you look fabolous :)
You look so stunning girl !!ReplyDelete
I really love hoe you did your makeup here and that blazer with those pants fit you perfectly:) Also I want your heels so bad <3333
I've just put up the Christmas tree at work today and its finally sinking in.I need to go gift shopping soon.
love this outfit so much!ReplyDelete
your absolutely stunning and your hair is amazing!
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Great look. Love it.ReplyDelete
- Aliza RobbartAugust 13, 2010 at 4:54 AM
wow! what a style and fashionable look..i liked your all wearing dresses..it's so beautiful.ReplyDelete
wow! what a style and fashionable look..i liked your all wearing dresses..it's so beautiful.ReplyDelete


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Unit leaders and other Scouters often ask the same questions about the rank advancement program and board of review process. Here is a quick reference guide of answers to some of those frequently asked questions.
Question: What is advancement, and what role does it play in Scouting?Answer: Education and fun are functions of the Scouting movement—as is the growth of our youth members—and make up the basis of the advancement program. As the Scout meets certain requirements, he may advance in rank. The Scouting program is designed to help young people have an exciting and meaningful experience. A quality Scouting program strives for the following:
Question: Rank advancement requires a Scout to demonstrate Scout spirit. How is Scout spirit defined and determined?Answer: Scout spirit applies to how a Scout lives and conducts his daily life. He shows Scout spirit by being a role model to his peers, living by the Scout Oath and Law. The concept of Scout spirit is not based on how many Scouting events or outings a Scout attends, but rather by how he helps bring out the best in others as a reflection of his own character and attitude in his daily life.
Question: In the Scout Oath, what does the phrase "duty to God" imply?Answer: Scouting has an ongoing commitment to encourage moral, ethical, and spiritual growth. While the Boy Scouts of America remains a nonsectarian organization, in the Scout Oath, "duty to God" reminds everyone that a Scout is reverent, and Scout leaders are expected to be a positive religious influence. The BSA believes that, to be the best kind of citizen as possible, a Scout must recognize his obligation to God. However, religious instruction is the responsibility of the Scout's family and his religious institution.
Question: For the Star, Life, and Eagle Scout ranks, how is "Be active in your troop and patrol" defined?Answer: A Scout is considered to be active in his unit if:
The unit leaders are responsible for maintaining contact with the Scout on a regular basis. The Scout is not required to attend any certain percentage of activities or outings. However, unit leaders must ensure that he is fulfilling the obligations of his assigned leadership position. If he is not, then they should remove the Scout from that position.
Question: What is a board of review, and what is its primary purpose?Answer: The troop committee conducts a board of review to periodically review each Scout's progress, from Tenderfoot through Life ranks, to encourage him, to learn whether he is enjoying his Scouting experience, and to evaluate the unit's effectiveness in conducting the Scouting program to benefit him. The review presents a good opportunity to monitor the Scout's advancement and keep him on track. It also gives unit leaders a chance to measure the effectiveness of their leadership. The troop committee appoints three to six individuals to conduct the board of review.
Question: How often is a board of review held?Answer: Whenever a Scout completes all the requirements for any rank, from Tenderfoot through Life, he appears before a board of review. He does so after having a conference with his Scoutmaster. Note that when a Scout has completed all the requirements for a board of review and then requests to have a board of review, he may not be denied a board of review.
Question: What is an Eagle board of review?Answer: The Eagle board of review is a bit different from other boards of review because it is the last major step for an Eagle Scout candidate. All his efforts peak at the Eagle board of review. It's akin to a job interview, but it allows the panel to determine whether the candidate is worthy of the recognition. The interview focuses on the Eagle candidate's attitude and his acceptance of Scouting's ideals.
Question: When must an Eagle board of review be held?Answer: Once an Eagle candidate has fulfilled all requirements of tenure, Scout spirit, merit badges, positions of responsibility, the leadership service project, and the Scoutmaster conference, arrangements must be made for the Eagle board of review to take place within the following 90 days. With the exception of the Eagle board of review, all requirements for Eagle must be completed before the Scout's 18th birthday.The board of review can be conducted up to 90 days after the Scout's 18th birthday. A board of review held between 90 and 180 days after that date must be preapproved by the local council; a board of review that falls after the 180 days have passed must be preapproved by the BSA National Council (Eagle Scout Service). When submitting the Eagle Scout Rank Application to the Eagle Scout Service, the candidate must include a statement by an adult explaining the reason for the delay.Without this last important step, the candidate cannot advance to the Eagle Scout rank. To make this happen, it is important for unit leaders and others to get involved with this process and have a clear idea of what is required of the Scout to pass the Eagle board of review.
Question: Who decides how the Eagle board of review will be conducted?Answer: Each local council decides at which level the Eagle board of review will be conducted (unit, district, council). Then the unit committee or the district or council committee responsible for the Eagle board of review decides how reviews will be conducted. The board of review for an Eagle candidate must have at least three members and no more than six members, all of whom must be at least 21 years of age. These members do not have to be registered in Scouting, but they must have an understanding of the importance and purpose of the Eagle board of review. However, the board must have at least one district or council advancement representative when conducted at the unit level. At the unit's request, this individual may serve as chair.
Question: How is the information from the Eagle Scout Rank Application assessed by the board of review?Answer: The unit committee reviews and approves the Eagle candidate's record before his application is submitted to the local council. If a unit leader or unit committee member does not sign or approve his application, the Eagle candidate may still be granted a board of review. However, the failure to secure such a signature may be considered by the board of review in determining the Eagle candidate's qualifications.
Question: How are the references of an Eagle candidate checked?Answer: The references on the candidate's Eagle Scout Rank Application are contacted by the council advancement committee or a designated representative either by letter, form (the local council may have one for this purpose), or telephone. The council determines the method(s) to be used. The Scout is not responsible for collecting or returning any completed reference responses to be used by the board of review.
Question: About how long does an Eagle board of review last?Answer: While a regular board of review will take about 15 minutes, an Eagle Scout board of review may last 30 minutes or more. At the review, each board member should have an opportunity to share a meaningful discussion with the Scout about important matters such as his goals, personal growth, and living up to the Scout Oath and Law in his everyday life.
Question: Is the Scout's unit leader allowed to attend an Eagle board of review?Answer: Yes. The Scout's unit leader introduces him to the members of the board of review and may remain in the room, but he may not participate in the board of review. The board of review members may call on the unit leader to clarify a point in question. However, in no case should a relative or guardian of the Eagle candidate be allowed to attend the review, even as a unit leader.
Question: How many votes must a Scout receive from an Eagle board of review?Answer: Because of the importance of the Eagle Scout Award, a unanimous decision must be reached when voting on the Scout's qualifications. If the board cannot reach a unanimous decision, the applicant, his unit leader, or the unit committee may request a new review.
Question: What happens when a Scout does not pass the Eagle board of review?Answer: If the Eagle board of review does not recommend the candidate for advancement to Eagle, the board members tell the candidate why he has not met the requirements and explain why he does not qualify. They discuss with him how he might meet the requirements within a given period. If the Scout disagrees, they explain the appeal procedures to him. A follow-up letter is sent to the Scout confirming the agreements reached on the actions necessary for his advancement. If he chooses to appeal, he is provided with the name and address of whom to contact. His unit leader, parents, or guardian also may appeal the decision on his behalf.
Question: What is the appeals process for a Scout who is denied the Eagle Scout rank?Answer: In ascending order, appeals are made at the unit, district, and local council levels. The final decision rests with the National Boy Scout Committee. Upon receipt of an appeal, the district or council advancement committee promptly reviews the request to determine the facts. This is done by interviewing all parties either individually or as a group. Any confrontation should be avoided. A written report containing all details must be prepared for the committee responsible for a decision or for forwarding to the National Boy Scout Committee, if necessary.
Question: What kinds of resources are there for more information about the advancement process?Answer: A number of helpful items are available to anyone who wants to more fully understand the Boy Scout advancement process. Here are the most practical ones.


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Dammit, I just realized I missed a golden opportunity. I should have talked to them about Thrive and Pivar and Fleury and Andrulis. Crackpot fringe developmental biologists all seem to have a thing for donuts.
Rats. Well, I'll just send all my students an email and tell them they have to come back. They don't even realize the importance of our little snack together.