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As a member of the Commonwealth Youth and Gender Equality Network (CYGEN) I chose to take part in the Social Agenda working group at the CHOGM Youth Forum in Malta. The priority for me was to ensure that matters relating to gender equality and young people – all young people and people of all gender identities – are immersed deeply into the outcomes and recommendations of the Youth Forum. Specifically, that matters relating to CYGEN Gender Five are delivered to the Heads of Government once the Youth Forum concludes.
For the next five days I am bombarded with new information and perspectives, many beyond my own comprehension. It is overwhelming, but welcomed. I am here to push an agenda, but I am also here to optimize on challenging my own ideas of what a peaceful society looks like. To my enjoyment, discussions ranged broadly and were purposeful, intending to build on consultations conducted by the out-going Commonwealth Youth Council members. Recommendations brought to delegates were typical in their layout – a mass of ideas pushed uncomfortably together for the sake of a two sentence maximum, as is standard for such proceedings – and displayed not only the collective needs of young people, but also the dexterity and understanding that younger members of the Commonwealth have.
On the first day, I was selected to take part in the drafting committee for The Social Agenda. It was an opportunity to take the strategies suggested by fellow delegates, in this case for inclusive and accessible education, and form action plans to support the relevant recommendations. Access to education, as we know, is fundamental to bolstering peace and security. Further to this, when we ensure the accessibility of participation in education by women and girls, and recognise the skills developed by young people outside of formal learning environments, we positively affect change in our countries.
In addition to working groups, the Commonwealth Youth Council (CYC) had called for the election of nine new members to continue representing the youth voice over the next two years. Out of the 47 candidates across all available seats, less than a quarter of these candidates self-identified as women. Representation and participation are of fundamental importance if we are to achieve gender equality, and what comes with that is the development upon equity standards and processes to ensure it can indeed occur from the start. Equity, for me, means the re-distribution of resources and opportunities, ensuring that women, girls and those of us from gender minorities are able to actively participate in spaces such as councils. In short, we give those who need more, more, and those who need less, less. Of course, in the space of gender – in both concept and reality – we cannot assume that one's gender identity alone is the defining point at which we begin and end when working within equity frameworks. To do so would be dismissive of other identity characteristics, such as culture, faith, class, colour, ability, and the myriad more that impact deeply with our gender. So I offered my assistance in lobbying for these women to be seen and heard in the CYC; they deserved better representation of the issues that mattered to them, and conversely, did not deserve to be dismissed because they are women.
Because of their tenacity, courage, and most importantly, because they were the best candidates, four women were elected to the CYC. Five men, who also believe that the lives of women, girls, and people of diverse genders matter, were also elected to council. For many of us, we call this a victory. It isn't equal, and there are many voices that are missing in action, but it is progress. It is a worthwhile congratulating these candidates, while pushing them to uphold their values and intentions as spoken during the pre-election. Progress is always worth celebrating.
My message to fellow young people, particularly those who feel they are often left out of the conversations held in spaces such as CHOGM and the Youth Forum, is to push yourself to be involved if you can. The opportunity to hear experiences from those who live them, to be active in a space where your thoughts and experiences matter, to fight for something that you believe in, is powerful. I've left the Youth Forum with an awareness I cannot gain from books, and colleagues and friends I may not have met otherwise. I have played part in achieving something that matters, small by inevitable comparison, but entirely worthwhile.
Your voice matters, and it deserves to be heard. Get it out there.
The views and opinions expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of The Royal Commonwealth Society


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This is the story of existence. Time and space are formed by a supernatural engineer yielding a profound look at the nature of the universe from its beginning to its end.
The Truth Shows the Way: Philosophers, Scientists and Atheists Struggle with Finding God
An account of author Thomas Balderston's struggle with faith and his attempt to alert readers to the world and the opportunities the Triune God has made possible.
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(MADISON, Tenn.) – On August 22, Les Clendenin will begin leveraging his 18 years in service and sales to run Experimac, the new concept that provides pre-owned computers and devices; repair and upgrade services for laptops, phones and tablets; trade-ins of existing devices; and sales of accessories, to Madison. Located at 1720 Gallatin Pk. Space 8H, Clendenin is bringing the newest concept from industry veteran United Franchise Group to serve customers throughout Northeast Nashville by providing popular Apple® devices at prices far below retail prices.
Prior to owning his own business, Clendenin spent 18 years working for UniFirst, a national uniform company, in both service and sales. Last July, Clendenin and his four children were hit with tragedy and he knew it was time to switch gears and build a new life for his family. "UniFirst was a great company to work for but I needed a new challenge," said Clendenin.
"After learning about Experimac I came away convinced that it was going to be the next big thing in computers," said Clendenin. "The more I learned about Experimac, the more excited I became. I knew this was the challenge that I needed, I was excited to start my new adventure."
The newest addition to the United Franchise Group, a family of brands that includes industry standouts such as Signarama, EmbroidMe and SuperGreen Solutions, Experimac is backed by a reputation of business success. This, said Clendenin, gave him confidence in the concept as a viable career choice.
"After 18 years in the corporate world I knew it was time for an exhilarating change and new career path," said Clendenin. "I am a homegrown part of the Goodlettsville community and am excited to give back with this new business. My grandfather opened the local Clendenin BI- Rite in 1946 and ran it for 30 years and I am confident I will be able to follow in his successful footsteps."
About Experimac
Experimac is the latest addition to the United Franchise Group family of brands, joining a team with Experimac is the latest addition to the United Franchise Group family of brands, joining a team with over 30 years of franchise experience. Capitalizing on a sustained demand for Apple® products, Experimac provides pre-owned computers and devices, repair of laptops, phones and tablets, trade-ins of existing devices, and sales of accessories. Experimac has more than 30 locations with 85 additional stores in various stages of development as of mid-2016. Projections are to open a total of 100 locations by the end of 2016 and 250 by 2017locations nationwide. For more information visit www.experimacfranchise.com.


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Are You Ready To Go Digital?
Two Way Radio comes of age with the change to Digital in the Petro-Chem Industry:
What does this mean to you?
How will it affect you?
How can you manage the migration from analogue?
All these questions need answering as the old GP340 ATEX Radio is being withdrawn and now you have to change, so why not find out what it means to Rig and Platform operators.
Digital Angel Radio Communications Ltd and their Solutions Partner Motorola are hosting an open day in Aberdeen on the 20th June 2013, focusing on the new range of Motorola Digital Atex Radios and Accessories - the first Atex Approved Digital DMR Two Way Radio in the world .
Come along to our Open Day at Provinder House, Lime Street, Waterloo Quay, Aberdeen between 11:00 and 16:00 on the 20th June, where representatives of Motorola and experts from Digital Angel Radio Communications Ltd will be on hand to explain what happens, how it all works and even why the change.
A light lunch will be served from 12:00 till 14:00 as well as tea and coffee throughout the day.
If you would like to come along and find out more, please register by contacting the Aberdeen Office:


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If you are asking yourself this question, you are off to a good start. Planning and preparation can go a long way toward creating a solid financial foundation for starting a family. Even if you have already started your family, it's not too late! The following tips can be a boon at any time in your family's growth.
Get Covered
Maybe you haven't paid that much attention until now, but if you are thinking of adding on to your family, now is a great time to look into your insurance policies. What does your health insurance cover in terms of pregnancy and birth? What will it cost you to add children to your coverage? Do you have life insurance? Is it enough to cover the care of a child should something happen to you? Do you have a will? It's a good idea to investigate these areas and get your affairs in order. Having children brings many surprises into your life, but not having insurance or a will is not the kind of surprise you want.
Figure Friendly
Recent estimates say you can spend as much as $250,000 raising a child to the age of 18-and no, that doesn't include the cost of college. While the figure may seem overwhelming, don't let it scare you off of the idea of having kids. Take a look at your monthly finances, your income and your budget's wiggle room. If you haven't started a savings account yet, it is never too late to begin. And remember, there is no dollar amount that can equal the hug of your son or daughter.
Feathering the Nest
You may spend a lot of money just in the first year of your child's life. From strollers to bouncy seats to diapers, there are a lot of gadgets available for new parents. Sure, some are helpful, and some are even necessary, but don't fall into the trap of thinking you need the latest and greatest of everything. Take your time and decide on the essentials for you and your family.
Stay or Go
Perhaps one of the hardest decisions to make concerns the care of your child. Before you decide to have a baby, sit down with your spouse or partner and talk about what you want for your child's care. Do you want one parent to stay home and watch the baby, and can you afford it? If this is your goal, but financially it seems out of reach, what can you do to make that dream a reality? If both parents prefer to return to work after the birth of a baby, you may want to look into daycare in your area now to find what is best for your family and your budget. Having a baby is a big adventure, both financially and emotionally. Asking the hard questions before you make the leap to parenthood can help you remain ahead of the curve. There is no "one size fits all" decision, but only what works for you. Be honest and be prepared to be patient. Always remember that when it comes to babies, no dollar amount will outweigh the joy you will get from adding on to your family.


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Colorado Springs: Our favorite food spots
Wander Tejon Street downtown — or at least, nearby — and you're guaranteed a run-in with some of Colorado Springs' most-loved dining spots.
Whether you're in town for the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo, or just want to help boost local tourism after the wildfires, these eateries are tried and true.
You can read up about the latest roundup of new restaurants in town here, but for a classic day-in-the-life of Springs food, check out these oldies but goodies:
Start the day with a locally roasted pick-me-up from Pikes Perk (14 S. Tejon St.) and then saunter down to Smiley's (323 N. Tejon St.) for giant pancakes galore.
Plan for a double lunch hour at Poor Richard's, (324 ½ N. Tejon St.) ideally spent browsing in the book store, playing at the toy shop, or starting happy hour early at the wine bar. Or take a mini Mediterranean vacation at the Heart of Jerusalem Cafe (718 Manitou Ave.; 4587 Austin Bluffs Pkwy) with plenty of hummus and baklava.
Stop by Jose Muldoon's (222 N. Tejon St.; 5710 S. Carefree Circle) for great tortilla chips, and Mexican food in general, with your afternoon drinks, or award-winning Bristol Brewing (1647 S. Tejon St.) for any and all beer lovers' desires.
Dinner at Nosh (121 S. Tejon St.) promises an innovative menu, or combine brews and billiards at "you must take your tourist friends here" Phantom Canyon (2 E. Pikes Peak Ave.).
Still hungry? The intimate atmosphere at Shuga's (702 S. Cascade Ave.) is perfect for late-night dessert, drinks, coffee or even a second dinner. Whatever you do, end the night cozying up in the comfy couches at Montague's (1019 S. Tejon St.) with a slice of cake and a cup of tea.


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There's so much going on going to the opera, and that's even before the curtain rises. Just watching people take their seats (and what they are wearing) has its own aspects of theater.
But once the curtain goes up, you'll be rewarded for your attention. Here are five people to watch in the season opening production of "The Daughter of the Regiment":
View the photo gallery: San Diego Opera season opener: 'The Daughter of the Regiment'
Tenor Stephen Costello
Costello's first act aria, "Ah! mes amis, quel jour de fête!." It has those nine high Cs that made Pavarotti "The King of the High Cs." If Costello nails them (and of course there are other considerations such as beauty and consistency of tone...), consider yourself lucky to be there. You've just had an opera moment.
Soprano L'úbica Vargicová
As Marie, the opera's title role, she's essentially playing Joan Sutherland to Costello's Luciano Pavarotti, which is no easy task. Vargicová made her company debut in 2009 as Gilda in "Rigoletto," a considerably heavier role; it should be intriguing to see and hear how she meets Donizetti's coloratura challenges.
Conductor Yves Abel
Of course opera is about singing. But it's also about music and drama. When those three elements come together (generally thanks to the conductor with an assist from the director), that's when your spine starts to tingle. The San Diego Opera has been largely a singers' company, but general director Ian Campbell is upgrading its conducting roster. Abel, the principal guest conductor at Deutsche Oper Berlin. has conducted in virtually every major house in the world. His company debut could be exciting.
Director Emilio Sagi
Like a lot of opera, "The Daughter of the Regiment" requires some serious suspension of disbelief (guy gets girl; guy loses girl because she'll only marry a soldier; guy joins the army to get girl; guy loses girl anyway... you get the idea). Sagi, who is making his debut with the company, conceived this production, so let's hope he'll be able to make it charming rather than seem ridiculous.
Soprano Carol Vaness
A San Diego native, a veteran soprano, and a longtime friend of the San Diego Opera, Vaness should be able to chew a little scenery in the speaking role of the Duchess of Krakenthorp (the mother of the groom Marie is being forced to marry instead of Tonio).
Donizetti's 'The Daughter of the Regiment'
When: 7 p.m. Jan 26, Jan. 29 and Feb. 1; 2 p.m. Feb. 3 Where: San Diego Civic Theatre, 1200 Third Ave., downtown Tickets: $45 to $275 Phone: (619) 533-7000 Online: sdopera.org


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If implemented, the renegotiation could also impact the credit profile of the Independent Power Producers (IPPs) and investment interest from the private sector, the agency said. "Significant uncertainty exists for wind-based IPPs which have recently signed PPAs based on feed-in tariffs. The same is estimated to be about 830 MW in Andhra Pradesh and 490 MW in Karnataka. Such cancellation or renegotiation, if finalized by discoms, may be legally challenged by the affected IPPs and the resolution of the same could be a protracted affair," Sabyasachi Majumdar, Senior Vice President & Group Head, ICRA said.
He, however, added that the agency understands the centre is trying to dissuade state discoms from such unilateral action on PPAs.
Apart from this, several PPAs tied-up by wind and solar power developers with state-owned discoms do not have any termination penalty clause related to any discom in the event of default, the report stated. These PPAs usually do not have any deemed generation clause and are based on single part tariff – which is linked to actual generation.
"As a result, the wind and solar energy projects with PPAs at a relatively higher tariff in comparison with average power purchase cost of the off-taker discom remains exposed to a risk of forced back-down / grid curtailment, a situation which has occasionally been seen in a few states in the past," the report said.
This also comes at a time reverse auction-based bidding mechanism has helped in lowering the wind power tariffs under the 1,000 MW scheme by the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE). It has prompted discoms to stop signing PPAs based on feed-in tariff and instead opt for the auction route.
"The visibility for actual wind-based capacity addition remains quite weak in near term. Nonetheless, long term demand drivers remain intact due to an improved tariff competitiveness of wind and solar energy against conventional energy sources, large untapped renewable potential and strong policy and regulatory support. However, the resolution of the PPA renegotiation or cancellation issue remains crucial to retain investor interest in the sector," Majumdar said.
The tendering process for projects as announced by discoms in Gujarat and Tamil Nadu and the second 1,000 MW scheme by MNRE is yet to be concluded.


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Transforming Adult School Culture Convening
Educator effectiveness initiatives and adult culture within schools are intertwined. Our recent "Transforming Adult School Culture" convening gathered together more than 50 education professionals from eight states.
The convening took a multi-stakeholder approach. Each state team was composed of teachers, principals, superintendents, state teachers' organization representatives and state department of education staff.
setting the stage
The convening featured three presenters:
- Susan Moore Johnson of the Harvard Graduate School of Education painted a picture of the school culture landscape. She spoke about what school culture entails, why it matters and the implications it has for policy and practice.
- John Jeffries of Montgomery Public Schools in Maryland spoke about examples of these implications, such as studying skillful teaching to maximize student learning.
- Gretchen Weber of the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards then placed adult school culture within larger systemic contexts. She discussed largescale transformations, such as elevating the teaching profession, changing discourse, setting high standards for teaching practice and ensuring authentic professional learning and growth.
Rolling up our sleeves
State teams worked together during breakout sessions. During these breakout sessions, each team:
- Talked about their experiences (either positive or negative) with adult school culture
- Rated how key elements of positive school culture are prioritized in their role
- Engaged in transparent conversations about how different stakeholders determined their ratings to better understand team members' lenses, assertions, assumptions and perspectives
- Brainstormed existing barriers to positive school culture within their state
- Prioritized which barriers to tackle first by plotting the expected input and effort that would be needed to address the barrier and the expected output and impact
- Collaboratively created a plan to address one of their chosen barriers by considering data, stakeholders, action steps, timelines and division of responsibilities
The educator effectiveness team will follow up with each state by mid 2017 about how implementation of their plan is going. We are looking forward to each state's progress and positive outcomes for adult culture and student learning.


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As I was recently told by a teacher of mine to start getting creative. One of her options was to create a blog on literally anything. As I don't have anything specifically to chat about, I decided to make a blog that is very random. It is just my thoughts, whether right or wrong.
So if you are interested in reading the blog, which will be growing over time. Please go to the link here http://chriscuzzy.wordpress.com


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BECU, the largest credit union in Washington state, has notified customers that its mobile banking applications for Android and BlackBerry will be discontinued as of December 30th.
"Due to unforeseen circumstances, the company that we worked with to develop the BECU Mobile Banking app for Android and BlackBerry is no longer offering the service," according to a message to members. "As a result, any version of BECU Mobile Banking downloaded prior to September 25, 2011 will not work after December 30, 2011."
BECU spokesman Todd Pietzsch tells GeekWire that the vendor responsible for the apps is exiting the mobile banking business, causing the credit union to find a new path.
As a result, BECU has decided to release a new Android version of the app, most likely around March. The BECU team is working "diligently" on the new Android app, according to the statement sent to members. It also will scrap plans for a separate BlackBerry app, saying the decision was made after "careful analysis of our members' usage patterns and current adoption rates."
BECU continues to offer an iPhone app, and the changes in vendor will not impact those users. The credit union boasts more than 725,000 members, and has more than $9 billion in assets.
Pietzsch said that mobile banking remains in its "infancy," but it is growing fast. He did not readily have figures available on the number of Android and BlackBerry users impacted by the decision.


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OK, we run James Jones out there in RF for the rest of the season. Let's say he's +5 runs over that time. You would then sit Trumbo and lose the potential benefit of his bat. Not that we're seeing any of that potential right now, mind you. Nelson Cruz is a better hitter as a RF than as a DH, over a long career, so you loe a bit of his bat. And Jones doesn't hit, if you will remember.
Would you gain anyting by DH'ing Cruz and putting a + glove in RF? You would if Trumbo contiues to hit like he is.
You could run Guti out in RF every day, but then you lose the platoon in LF AND you expose Guti's vR bat. Did you know that Guti is precisely as advertised: Not good vs. righties (0-6) and VG vs. lefties (4-8).
You could give Trumbo a DL stint, for some phantom-injury, move Cruz to DH....and bring up Romero, I suppose. He's killing the ball in Tacoma. But DL'ing Trumbo is unlikely.
So we get Cruz in RF, where he has been just fine....regardless of UZR, which long ago we all began to suspect.
BTW, the discussion on the air about Edgar's tweaking of Trumbo was interesting......but I thought a pretty technical fix to implement in the middle of the season. Trumbo has been terrible as a Mariner, 1 for his last 27 as we speak (my goodness, his OPS is .361 and his OPS+ is 4!!!), but he's likely slumped before and figured it out. If we're attempting tweaks that he's never used before, well then I'm not optimisteic we get full benefit. He's an experienced pro with some slugging pedigree, what has worked before will likely work again. And it will be something that he has buy-in on.
Edgar was a great hitter, but his success at a hitting coach will revolve around his ability to simpiify his instruction. The hardest skill to "master" in sport may be hitting a MLB pitcher; if you're approaching the plate with a bunch of technical thoughts bouncing around in your head then you're lost. I dn't know much about hitting a baseball, but I know more than a bit about teaching/coaching. KISS, Edgar.
And at some point, the best solution may be to sit Trumbo for a few games and let him get hitting out of his head. I think right now I would actually tell him, "no BP for you!" The guy has come to the plate almost 2500 times in his career. It is unlikely he has forgotten how he hit decently for the 2400 PA's before he came to Seattle. He's 29 years old, it is unliklely he's suddenly became physically enfeebled.
Perhaps Sims and Blowers overcomplicated Edgar's teaching approach. Perhaps Edgar is having him think about one simple thing in order to achieve something physical and Sims/Blowers referenced the physical thing that Edgar/Trumbo are hoping to achieve.
I hope that is it.
When Edgar told Ackley to "be greedy!" after two previous hits, I loved that approach.
A ripping Trumbo would help cure a bunch of our ails.
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Limerick Towns And Villages In Full Bloom
Limerick County Council has announced that the judging stage of the fifth annual Limerick In Bloom competition takes place from 17-19 July.
In spite of the poor weather conditions of recent weeks, the visual appearance of 44 County Limerick towns and villages has been transformed through the work of local community groups.
Limerick County Council, in conjunction with the JP McManus Charitable Foundation, have hosted the competition since 2008 as a motivational mechanism for the many small local based groups throughout the county to enhance the visual impact of their settlements by means of flower, tree and shrub planting.
The overall winners of Limerick in Bloom last year were Glin Homes for the Elderly. Competition categories are based on population size with a first, second and third prize in each category. Category 1 features villages with a population less than 300, Category 2 is for population centres of between 300 and 700 people, Category 3 caters for towns and villages with a population in excess of 700 and Category 4 includes Housing Estates and Community Areas.
Limerick County Council has praised participating towns and villages for their efforts, in spite of the recent, inclement weather conditions.
According to Councillor Francis Foley, Chair of the Social, Cultural and Community Development SPC: "On travelling throughout County Limerick, it is clear that a huge effort has been put in by individuals and groups in the participating towns and villages to enhance the visual appearance of their local communities. This considerable effort is complemented by the fact that the high level of participation in the competition in recent years has been sustained. Full credit must go to the respective communities for the pride they have shown in further enhancing the physical appearance of their towns and villages."
Josephine Cotter Coughlan, Director of Services, Community and Enterprise, said the involvement in the competition of so many communities was testament to the strong volunteer ethos and pride of place that exists in the County.
She continued: "The Limerick In Bloom concept has further been enhanced through the considerable involvement of community groups, tidy towns committees, residents associations and local businesses in the 'Limerick in Bloom Competition', since its inception in 2008."
"Now in its fifth year, Limerick In Bloom has developed into a wonderful mechanism for further enhancing the appearance of our towns and villages. While the competitive element of the competition does provide an added incentive to participants, it is clear that the people of this County are strongly committed to making their towns and villages more attractive to visit, live in and work in. Limerick County Council, with the support of the JP McManus Charitable Foundation, is delighted to have played its part in this process," Ms. Cotter Coughlan added.
The Limerick In Bloom judging panel includes Mr. Eamonn De Stafort, who is a member of the International Entente Florale Jury.
Further information relating to 'Limerick In Bloom' is available from the Community and Enterprise section of Limerick County Council on 061-496454.
To arrange an interview or for further information please contact Mark Dunphy of Dunphy PR on 086-8534900 or email@example.com


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If I want to watch a horror movie, I have to wait until everyone's either in bed or away from home. When one of these two conditions is met, then I have to search carefully for a movie that's worth watching: so many are compromised by poor acting, or they rely too heavily on special effects, or they peaked in their previews so there's no good material left unseen in the actual film. So many commit the fatal error of showing too much; the terror's in what you can't see. For any number of reasons, really, it's difficult to find a solid, truly scary movie, one that fulfills its implied promise, thereby making you afraid to enter dark rooms or look into mirrors. And I can't leave out the real terror: feeling like I've wasted a precious hour-and-a-half. Generally, for me these days, watching a horror movie at all is a precarious endeavor.
Last night, however, the fates aligned, it would seem. Everyone was in bed. I had roughly an hour-and-a-half before I'd start falling asleep upright in my chair, and I already knew of a couple of titles I wanted to try. Scrolling my list on Netflix, I settled on I Am the Pretty Thing That Lives in the House, a film with mediocre reviews but that I'm curious about anyway. The dark, opening screen appeared, accompanied by a spooky-sounding female narrative voice-over; the ghostly image of a standing girl in-profile, translucent, slowly glided backward across the screen, her face leaving a spectral smear of ectoplasmic mist; a baby cried out. What? Yeah, a baby. My daughter was awake and nearly distorting the monitor in the kitchen with the intensity of her crying. This was no couple of cries and then back to sleep; she was awake-awake, and from the sound of it, hungry. Being the one of her parents still conscious, it was only right that I get her (though I was tempted to linger in the hope her mother would get there first).
Her face was puffy and red from the crying, and from having just awakened. Her eyes squinted tight as I moved from the bedroom to the lamp-lit living room. The cries quickly tapered to nothing. I wiped and kissed her cheeks, snuggling her against my chest. For the briefest moment, she rested her head on my shoulder. Then she raised her face to mine and smiled, wielding a power I'm sure she'll always have–the power to absorb my attention fully. In an instant, none of my movie-watching plans even mattered.
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Yammy English MuffinFrom fucco 11 years ago
- Sponge (1cup + 1 1/2 Tbsp of flour,1/2 Tsp of dry yeast, 1 Tbsp of honey, 3/4 cup of warm water) shopping list
- flour mixture (3/4 cup + 1 1/2 Tbsp of flour, 1/2 Tsp of dry yeast, 2 Tbsp of powder milk) shopping list
- butter mixture (3Tbsp of softened unsalted butter, 1 1/4 Tsp of salt) shopping list
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- put all ingredients of spange in big bowl and mix well.
- cover spoge with flower mixture (don't mis. just cover surface)
- cover the bowl with plastic wrap, and rest it for an hour.
- add buttre mixture to ste3, and mix well with wooden spoon to make it all moisted.
- it rest for 20 min, then knead it untill dough become very smooth (10~15min)
- let it rest untill the dough become double in size (30~40 min in 40C tempture room)
- oil the surface of dough, and let it rest for another 20min ( ~24hours in fridge)
- prepare cornmeal bed.
- roll out the dough, and make it to 8 balls, and 15 min bench time.
- press the ball on to cornmeal bed . do it to both side and make it to 1 inch tthickness.
- grill them 150C electric griddle 5~10 min for each side or colored nice golden brown.
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When you hop onto your bike for your everyday travels, you want to know that your tires are going to get you where you want to go. You also want to be able to trust that they'll offer a smooth ride as you travel to work or to play. Here's a look at the top 5 brands that offer the most durable motorcycle tires around.
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A Southern California native, Jonathan grew up in Westchester and attended Loyola High School in downtown Los Angeles. He went on to receive a Bachelor of Arts from University of California San Diego in 2008, with a major in Political Science and a minor in Theater, something that still serves him well in his courtroom endeavors.
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Toss the carrots and celery together in the slow cooker. Add the onion, sprigs parsley, thyme, bay leaf and 1 teaspoon salt.
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While the noodles cook, remove and discard the chicken skin and bones and shred the chicken-it will mostly fall apart on its own. When the noodles are done, turn off the cooker, remove the parsley and thyme stems, and add the shredded chicken and 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Taste, and add more lemon juice and salt as needed. Stir in a good amount of pepper and the chopped parsley, and serve hot.
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makes a chart with candles representing open, high, low, and close prices for each date.
makes a candlestick chart for the financial entity "name" over the date range daterange.
Details and Options
- The dates datei are considered an ordered sequence of events, and are not shown on an absolute time scale.
- The date formats for datei are the same as used in DateListPlot.
- The "name" and daterange are the same as used in FinancialData.
- Data elements for CandlestickChart can be given in the following forms:
{datei,ohlci} a pure date and open-high-low-close (OHLC) pair {datei,Quantity[ohlci,ui]} a date OHLC with units wi[{datei,ohlci},…] a date OHLC and wrapper wi formi->mi a date OHLC with metadata mi
- Data not given in these forms is taken to be missing, and is typically excluded when generating the chart.
- Data for CandlestickChart can be given in the following forms:
{e1,e2,…},{"name",daterange} data without overall wrapper TimeSeries[…],EventSeries[…],TemporalData[…] time series, event series, and temporal data w[{e1,e2,…}], w[{"name",daterange}] data with overall wrapper
- The following wrappers can be used for data elements:
Annotation[e,label] provide an annotation Button[e,action] define an action to execute when the element is clicked EventHandler[e,…] define a general event handler for the element Hyperlink[e,uri] make the element act as a hyperlink Labeled[e,…] display the element with labeling PopupWindow[e,cont] attach a popup window to the element StatusArea[e,label] display in the status area when the element is moused over Style[e,opts] show the element using the specified styles Tooltip[e,label] attach an arbitrary tooltip to the element
- In CandlestickChart, Labeled and Placed allow the following positions:
Top,Bottom,Left,Right,Center positions within candlestick Above, Below, Before, After positions outside candlestick "Open","High","Low","Close" open, high, low, and close positions in the candlestick {{bx,by},{lx,ly}} scaled position {lx,ly} in the label at scaled position {bx,by} in the candlestick
- CandlestickChart has the same options as Graphics, with the following additions and changes:
AspectRatio 1/GoldenRatio overall ratio of width to height Axes True whether to draw axes BarSpacing Automatic spacing between candles ChartBaseStyle Automatic overall style for candles ChartElementFunction Automatic how to generate raw graphics for candlesticks ColorFunction Automatic how to color candles ColorFunctionScaling True whether to normalize arguments to ColorFunction DateFunction Automatic how to convert dates to standard form EventLabels None events to label GridLines Automatic grid lines to draw GridLinesStyle Automatic style for grid lines PerformanceGoal $PerformanceGoal aspects of performance to try to optimize PlotTheme $PlotTheme overall theme for the chart ScalingFunctions None how to scale the axis TargetUnits Automatic units to display in the chart TrendStyle Automatic how to style up and down trends
- The arguments supplied to ChartElementFunction are the box region {{xmin,xmax},{ymin,ymax}}, {datei,{oi,hi,li,ci}}, and metadata {m1,m2,…}.
- A list of built-in settings for ChartElementFunction can be obtained from ChartElementData["CandlestickChart"].
- Common settings for ChartElementFunction include "Candlestick", "OHLC", and "HLC".
- The arguments supplied to ColorFunction are date,open,high,low,close,close-open.
- With ScalingFunctions->sy the function sy is applied to all prices (open, high, low, close). ScalingFunctions only affects the display and none of the controls.
- Style and other specifications from options and other constructs in CandlestickChart are effectively applied in the order TrendStyle, ColorFunction, Style and other wrappers, and ChartElementFunction, with later specifications overriding earlier ones.
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Chart the prices from a list of values:
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Last night the members of the Congressional Transportation Conference Committee agreed on a bicameral long term transportation reauthorization bill. House GOP leaders now have until Saturday at midnight to approve the bill prior to the expiration of the current financing measure. The two year bill, which would provide $8.4 billion in funding each year, is similar in structure to a bipartisan bill passed by the Senate earlier this year. Industry leaders have been particularly vocal in encouraging the passage of a multi-year bill as another short-term extension would leave many projects around the country in jeopardy. Additionally, the transportation legislation will include a one-year freeze for government subsidized student loan rates. Off the hill, the TSA allows an additional airport to hire private screeners and states continue to look for alternative solutions to meet infrastructure needs in a difficult economic climate.
On the Hill
Early this morning the conference committee released a new long term surface transportation bill. The bill (H.R. 4348) represents the first agreement on long-term transportation funding legislation since 2005. Transportation Committee Chairman John Mica (R-Fla.) said that this "tentative agreement establishes federal highway, transit and highway safety policy and keeps programs at current funding levels through the end of fiscal year 2014. Unlike the last transportation bill, which contained over 6,300 earmarks, this bill doesn't include any earmarks. This bill also does not increase taxes." Funding has been extended nine times over an almost four-year period since the expiration of the last federal highway bill. The agreement came together when Republicans agreed to drop controversial provisions from the legislation, such as approval for the Keystone XL pipeline and the blocking of government regulation of coal ash. In return, Democrats gave up on $1.4 billion for conservation and agreed to allow states more leeway in how they use money that was once mandated for landscaping, bike improvements and pedestrian walkways.
Capping off a particularly productive week for Congress, Senator Kyl (R-Ariz.) has said legislators agreed to put a one-year freeze on government subsidized student loan rates. It is believed the transportation and student loan bills may combined and presented and voted on as a package. If an agreement was not reached, federal Stafford student loans would have doubled on July 1.
Elsewhere, the House is continuing work on the fiscal 2013 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development and Related Agencies appropriations bill. A vote on the final bill is expected by the end of the week. It is possible that certain levels in the appropriations bill will change based on the authorization bill being worked out by the conference committee.
According to Greg DiLoreto, the president-elect of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), U.S. infrastructure projects will probably keep their near-failing grade with the ASCE issues its next report on U.S. public facilities in 2013. The current grade for our country's infrastructure from the ASCE is a "D".
At the Agencies
On June 22, Transportation Secretary LaHood announced that 47 transportation projects in 34 states and D.C. will receive a total of almost $500 million from the U.S. Department of Transportation's TIGER (Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery) 2012 program. Applications for this most recent round of grants totaled $10.2 billion, far exceeding the $500 million set aside for the program.
On June 21 the Senate Commerce Committee questioned acting Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Administrator, Michael Huerta, who was nominated to the position by President Obama. The hearing included many questions regarding FAA's delayed safety rules and overwhelming number of whistleblower complaints. Unlike other high-level U.S. political appointees, who serve only as long as the president who nominated them is in office, the FAA job has a five-year term.
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has approved private airport security screeners for Orlando's Sanford International Airport. A program allowing for airports to hire private security screeners was included in the $59 billion FAA Authorization bill approved earlier this year.
Earlier this month, U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood awarded $37.5 million to the King County Department of Transportation to build new bus rapid transit lines as part of greater-Seattle's new six corridor rapid transit system. The new funding comes from the Federal Transit Administration's Bus and Bus Facilities Grant Program.
In the States
Florida: On June 14 Florida Governor Rick Scott held a ceremonial bill signing at the Port of Miami for a package of transportation bills totaling more than $450 million and enabling the bonding of another $450 million. Florida's 14 seaports handled nearly $149 billion worth of goods in 2011 – 50.4 percent of which came from South and Central American – and it is expected that this number will rise as a result of the widening of the Panama Canal. $60 million is slated to go directly toward improving the ports while the majority of the funding is to improve Florida's roadways.
New Jersey: Assembly Democrats are attempting to block Governor Chris Christie's plan to borrow $260 million for transportation funding. Although Christie's original transportation plan called for a reduction in borrowing, due to budget shortfalls – partly caused by a recently instituted tax cut – New Jersey is planning on borrowing even more in 2013 than it did in 2012. Assembly Democrats believe it is fiscally irresponsible to borrow money to pay for a tax cut the state might not be able to afford. Even if the bill is ultimately passed, it would put more pressure on the state's Transportation Trust Fund, which has not been able to cover yearly payments on its existing debt.
New Jersey/Pennsylvania: New Jersey Transit has approved a rapid-transit bus route to connect heavily traveled southern New Jersey roads with downtown Philadelphia. The $46 million project would let buses travel on highway shoulder lanes and the median for part of the trip. The route could be in service as soon as 2020.
New York: Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that $4.4 million has been awarded to 10 companies, municipalities, and other entities to enable more than 325 new electric-vehicle (EV) charging stations to be installed across New York State. New York State's electric-vehicle charging stations are supported by a joint effort by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority's Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment Demonstration Program and the U.S. Department of Energy. New York's transportation sector has considerable potential for energy efficiency. Transportation makes up about three-fourths of the state's oil consumption, and nearly 40 percent of the state's greenhouse gas emissions.
Last week New York City's Department of Transportation announced a plan to open bidding for the management of 80,800 parking spots across all five boroughs. While some critics are already drawing parallels to the disastrous sale of Chicago's parking meters in 2008, New York City intends to retain the power to set rates and enforce penalties. Further differentiating the plan from the Chicago plan is that NYC's objective is not to structure an upfront payment. In Chicago, it is estimated that motorists may pay a Morgan Stanley-led partnership at least $11.6 billion to park at city meters over the next 75 years, 10 times what former Mayor Richard Daley got when he leased the system in 2008. NYCDOT's request for qualifications is open through July 31.
Texas: Texas State Highway 130, which is currently under construction and will run between San Antonio and Austin, may become the first U.S. road to post a speed limit of 85-mph. Texas passed a law last year allowing speed limits of up to 85 mph on newly constructed highways deemed safe enough for such high speeds. Texas and Utah are the only states that even allow speed limits of 80-mph.
Virginia: Governor Bob McDonnell has recently recommitted to a series of public-private partnership projects, including the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel, Interstate 64 on the Peninsula, Interstate 95, and possibly the Port of Virginia. McDonnell's decision to rely so heavily on the private sector stems from frustration with the state's legislature. The governor of Virginia has the power to circumvent the legislature pursuant to the Public-Private Transportation Act of 1995, which allows private entities to enter into agreements to construct, improve, maintain and operate transportation facilities. All in all, there are eight projects that are designated with "candidate" status for public-private partnerships and an additional 14 in the "conceptual" phase. Virginia is currently seeking public comment on these P3 projects.


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The Sunnier Side of the Office – June 13, 2016
Gawker Files for Bankruptcy, will sell to Ziff Davis
Gawker Media and Founder/CEO Nick Denton announced they will file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Friday while also announcing the company will sell to ZIff Davis, owners of hot publications like IGN, PC Magazine, Computer Shopper, Ask Men and others.
Gawker is in the midst of battling the case brought by Hulk Hogan (Terry Bollea), which resulted in Hogan being awarded $140M, of which Gawker is responsible for $130M and Nick Denton $10M. Gawker is appealing the decision and maintains its confidence in reversing the judgement, but has been required to put $50M in escrow while the case is still being finalized.
Bankruptcy court will allow other suitors to bid on Gawker Media Group. So while Ziff Davis has offered $100M, they could end up paying more or GMG could end up under the ownership of a different company altogether.
This case presents many interesting points on modern journalism, what should and should not be reported on in the news media and how those with a lot of cash can potentially publications they don't like out of business. Watch Nick Denton's interviewwith Kara Swisher from the recent Code Conference.
Microsoft buying LinkedIn for $26.2B
Microsoft announced it will purchase LinkedIn for $26.2B or $196 a share in an all cash deal this AM.
This deal marks by far the largest acquisition in Microsoft's history (they bought Skype for $8.5B in 2011) and will bring together two leaders in the business tools/technology space.
With LinkedIn, Microsoft is back in the conversation as a business tools leader by getting access to useful utilities in the Recruiting/HR, job hunting, networking and professional content sharing space.
Wall Street seems to think LinkedIn will get stronger from the deal as well. LinkedIn had been struggling to convince the market of its value with shares dropping from a 52-week high of $255 down to $131 before the deal was announced. Post announcement LinkedIn shares jumped by almost 50%.
US Time Spent with Media Slowing
Overall US time spent with media in 2016 will increase by 5 mins, coming to 12 hours 5 mins/day. But growth is showing signs of slowdown, suggesting US media consumption is reaching a saturation point.
Non-digital TV still represents the single largest piece of a US consumer's consumption at 4 hrs 5 min each day. Mobile (non-voice) time spent is at 3 hrs 5 mins and desktop at 2 hrs 11 mins. When coupled together, digital consumption far exceeds linear consumption and simultaneous consumption is very present with 8 in 10 digital users reporting they consume TV at the same time.
By 2018, growth in US media consumption is expected to level off.
See full eMarketer US Time Spent with Media Report here.
Media Partner of the Week: Pac-12 Network
Pac-12 Network is the first-ever integrated media company owned by a college conference. The Pac-12 is one of the most popular and competitive athletic conferences in college sports, and the Pac-12 Network presents more than 1200 live events across their seven television networks (one national and six regional) and online at Pac-12.com.
The Pac-12 is great athletically and academically, featuring 4 of the Top 15 Global Universities (Cal #3, Stanford #4, UCLA #8 & Washington #11). As such, the audience on Pac-12 Network tends to be affluent and well educated including current students, alumni and Pac-12 sports fans.
The Pac-12 Network offers integrated opportunities for brands from linear broadcast, fan engagement through on-site activation, TV-visible signage, digital sponsorships, social and ticket/hospitality programs.
Here Come Dat Election
Twitter's growth may have slowed (we see you climbing the new users growth chart, Snapchat) and they seem to be on the decline when the tech industry talks about heavy-hitting social platforms. The week, however, reminded us that Twitter really is the best place for political figures to interact in real time and deliver tweets that can only be described as keeping it one-hundred or flame emoji x3.
On Facebook and Instagram we can see posts that feel rehearsed, edited, and planned out by a social team larger than some small colleges. Some of these posts may not even feel like they are authentically from the candidate's voice as they tend to lack personality. But then there's Twitter.
It's not news that Trump has been vocal on Twitter even before his presidential campaign began. His no-holds-barred, Kanyesque
We all know where this is going.
Move over, dat boi, here come Hillary (oh shit, waddup!). The three words that stopped social timelines and have become a legendary meme: Delete your account.
Hillary's tweet has now become one of the top 5 most retweeted tweets and is a subtle reminder that with the barriers of timeline algorithms and hard to share posts (looking at you, again, Snapchat), Twitter, like a common cold in kindergarten class, or norovirus on a cruise ship, still reigns supreme for spreading viral content.


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Let's see... first things first. Over the last few weeks I've received some sweet surprises in the mail! The first was a number of pieces of fabric from Rita. I had done a little stitching for her and she sent them as a thank you. I feel SO blessed!
Then I received this AMAZING pattern and floss that I won on The Blue Ribbon Sampler Blog. Direct from market, and *signed* by Belinda.
I want to start it now, but I have so many in progress! And then my dd gave me a kitted up HAED Tiny Treasure for my birthday this week (Cow over the Moon) and I was talking to Theresa, who just won the Traveling Stash Box (It's so exciting to see that it is still going! Head over to her blog if you want a chance at it next!) and she explained how to "park" threads, so I want to start that project, too. Then I saw the new LK Fat Men Series which is ADORABLE. And *then* I saw that the new 2012 Crazy Challenge is already open! What's a girl to do?????? {Take. Deep. Breath.} Remember, now, I'm the one that has three binders full of patterns and had my stitching planned for the next three years!! I'm going to do some thinking on the matter and I'll let you know what I decide when I get back from taking dd to college. : )
I've not done a ton of stitching, but The BookStore is coming along and I've done a little more on two or three of the other projects I have left from my Crazy 15.
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On the weekend I went to Chicago with my family. I'm home now, but part of me still feels like I'm in the windy city — steps away from shopping on the Magnificent Mile, walking in Millennium Park and alongside Lake Michigan. I've been to Chicago twice now, and there's something indescribable about the city that I just love.
This visit was made even more special because I had the opportunity to see Hamilton, AKA the best two hours and 45 minutes of my life. I think that experience warrants a separate post, but as you read on, remember that more is coming. I can't stop thinking about Hamilton, so I won't stop talking (and writing) about it. If you can't tell, that's kind of my unofficial blog mandate.
It was hard for me to narrow down photos to include in this post, but I've selected a group of photos that, to me, capture that indescribable feeling about my visit to Chicago. It's the ornate architecture juxtaposed against the trees in the park; it's the tourists milling around the stainless steel Bean and the locals jogging past Lake Michigan on a sunny morning. It's all of these things, and more. There's always more. But for now, here are some of my favourite photos. Enjoy!
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TCT Cancellation Policy In the event that the 31st Annual Transcatheter Cardiovascular Therapeutics symposium is abbreviated or canceled because of circumstances beyond CRF's control, including but not limited to civil disturbance; earthquake; electrical outage; explosion; fire; freight embargo; strike or labor unrest; flood, hurricane, tornado, or other acts of God; or an act of war, terrorism, any government (de facto or de jure), or any government agency or official, CRF reserves the right, at CRF's sole discretion, to unilaterally terminate the agreement between CRF and the exhibitor that is entered into and/or the license that is granted by virtue of the submission of this digital prospectus and its acceptance by CRF. In these circumstances, the exhibitor expressly agrees to waive any claim the exhibitor may have against the CRF, including but not limited to those for fees paid by or on behalf of the exhibitor for booth spaces, registration, workshops, satellite events, advertising, promotional opportunities, food and beverage, grants, audiovisual services, signage, housing, and travel.
Sponsor Cancellation Policy Receipt of a signed Letter of Agreement is a commitment to the above sponsorship opportunities at the 31st Annual Transcatheter Cardiovascular Therapeutics; therefore, notification of sponsor cancellation must be in writing and submitted to CRF, and sponsoring company will be required to pay appropriate fees or cancellation penalties outlined below:
Sponsoring companies that cancel their sponsorship opportunity will pay 100% of the total promotional funding amount as indicated above.
The Letter of Agreement is a binding contract when submitted to the Cardiovascular Research Foundation and indicates the applicant's willingness to abide by all contract terms, conditions, and general rules and regulations, as well as such additional rules and regulations that the Cardiovascular Research Foundation deems necessary to ensure the success of the 31st Annual Transcatheter Cardiovascular Therapeutics. These terms and conditions may be amended at any time by the Cardiovascular Research Foundation, and all amendments, upon publication, shall be equally as binding to all parties affected by them as the original regulations. The signer of the application also agrees to share the terms and conditions with all exhibiting company representatives who attend the 31st Annual Transcatheter Cardiovascular Therapeutics.
Note: It is the policy of the Cardiovascular Research Foundation to ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all of its sponsored educational programs. Commercial support from industry does not influence educational content, faculty selection, and/or faculty presentations, and therefore, does not compromise the scientific integrity of the educational activity. Discussion of off-label product usage and/or off-label product use during live or taped cases is made at the sole discretion of the faculty and is not endorsed by the Cardiovascular Research Foundation or the program directors for this activity. Faculty participating in continuing medical education activities sponsored by the Cardiovascular Research Foundation are required to disclose to the program audience any real or apparent conflict of interest related to the content of their presentation(s). Faculty not complying with this policy is not permitted to participate in this activity.


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I have a custom Analyzer which performs normalization on all of the terms as they pass through. It does normalization like the following: trees -> tree Sometimes my normalizer returns multiple words for a normalization - for example: leaves -> leaf leave The second and all subsequent terms have the position increment set to 0. The problem I am having now is that the QueryParser seems to ignore the positionIncrement values. If I create a QueryParser with my normalizing analyzer, and ask it to parse the following (default field of 'body'): 'something about leaves' - the query it generates is: 'body:something body:about body:"leaf leave"' which does not find results, due to the double quotes. I would have expected: 'body:something body:about body:leaf body:leave' Is there any way I can fix this? It is a bug? Or just a mis-use and/or unsupported use case of the Query Parser? Thanks, Dan -- **************************** Daniel Armbrust Biomedical Informatics Mayo Clinic Rochester daniel.armbrust(at)mayo.edu http://informatics.mayo.edu/ --------------------------------------------------------------------- To unsubscribe, e-mail: firstname.lastname@example.com For additional commands, e-mail: firstname.lastname@example.com
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To join this famous adventure broker, players should first choose their bet. The bet level is adjusted by the Level selector. Use the Coin Value selector to adjust the coin size from 0.01 to 0.5. "Rotate" starts the game, "Max Bet" rotates the reel with the highest bet, and "AutoPlay" rotates it for a preset number of times without interruption.
If you even need to ask what FIFA is or what it means, then this is wrong for you. This slot machine is one of the most well-known organizations in the football world, the International Federation of Football Associations. The team is responsible for hosting the most impressive sports glasses in the world, so the most important thing is that FIFA slot machines need your respect.
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Unique Types of Funds for Your Type of Giving
When giving to the Community Foundation of Jackson County, you can choose the right investment vehicle for you! We have several types of charitable funds available, and encourage you to pick the one that fits your unique, philanthropic intent. Take some time to review your options and feel free to contact one of our staff members with any and all questions:
Donor Advised Funds
With Donor Advised funds, you actively control the grant process. This type of fund allows you, as the charitable investor, to recommend projects and organizations you feel are in need. You can give to multiple non-profits easily via this method, and the Board of Directors will handle the approval process for you.
Designated Funds
Designated funds allow you choose a unique and specific cause or agency for your funding. The Board of Directors can allocate all funds for you to this endeavor, and redirect the funds to something similar should the charity cease to exist. This type of fund is especially useful for non-profits, as it allows them to grow their assets, meet present and future needs, provides them with a steady stream of annual income, and lets them focus on serving the community in perpetuity. Also, the central focus and benefit of this type of fund is the managerial oversight of our Board of Directors at The Community Foundation of Jackson County.
Field of Interest Funds
Field of Interest Funds support specific programs, areas of interest, or initiatives in a geographical area. The use of any funds is strictly restricted to the specific area of interest, but is still flexible enough to change with shifting circumstances.
Scholarship Funds
Scholarship Funds can benefit students or educational institutions at any level. Some donors choose to honor their loved ones through scholarships and decide to stay involved with the management and advisory of the funds. Others provide the donation and let our management team assist in the selection of the most worthy student or facility. Either way, The Community Foundation of Jackson County handles all the paperwork.
Unrestricted Funds
Unrestricted Funds serve the greatest needs of the community. Not assigned to any particular charity, organization, or cause, these funds can be used at the discretion of our Board of Directors and spread out to serve Jackson County's various and unique needs.
For more information on ways to give, and the correct process to do so with us, please call The Community Foundation of Jackson County a call at 812-523-4483 or contact us by e-mail at firstname.lastname@example.com.


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Pierre and Elianne Thivillon don't have any children. But they do have a 265-pound gorilla. The couple, both zookeepers, took in Digit 13 years ago, when her biological mother refused to breastfeed. They already had experience working with gorillas, but acknowledge that it's not an easy job.
Childless Couple Adopts Gorilla
June 30, 2011
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Fourth of July Pet Safety Tips
June 29, 2011
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Though fireworks sales have been banned and Fourth of July celebrations in many communities cancelled, it's still important to prepare your pet for the snap, sparkle and pop, just in case.
Central Park Carriage Horses Get Much Needed Vacation
June 28, 2011
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Everyone needs a vacation — even a horse. Working equines kick off their horseshoes and frolic freely at the Central Park carriage-horse version of Cancun: a farm in upstate Monticello.
More than 1,000 Species Discovered in New Guinea
June 27, 2011
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A new type of tree kangaroo, a 2.5-metre-long river shark, a frog with vampire-like fangs and a turquoise lizard are among hundreds of new creatures found and being documented in a report by conservationists working in the Pacific island of New Guinea.
Watch Video of Shark Jumping Over Surfer
June 26, 2011
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Sharks patrolling the waters off the Florida coast is not an uncommon sight but seeing a shark jump a surfer is a first for an Orlando photographer who was filming an action video of another surfer when he heard a voice exclaim "Dude, did you see that?"
Yoda the Chihuahua Crowned the World's Ugliest Dog
June 25, 2011
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They say beauty is in the eye of the beholder. And it definitely seems to be the case with this pooch who was kissed and cuddled by her owner as she bagged the title of the World's Ugliest Dog. In the dog-eat-dog world of contests Yoda managed to wow judges at a Northern Californian fair on Friday with her short tufts of hair, protruding tongue and long hairless legs.
Animal Care Service Careers Continue to Grow
June 24, 2011
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Employment of animal care and service workers is expected to grow 21 percent during the decade from 2008 to 2018, which is much faster than the average for all occupations, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.


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The Sunrise Leadership Academy (SLA), launched in 2009, is a hands-on, real-world civics program for Sunrise high school students. Through the SLA, the City seeks to expose teens to the many opportunities the public sector presents - from employment to activism. The program's ultimate goal is to foster a new generation of informed, civic-minded leaders.
Each academic year, the SLA is comprised of approximately 20 students selected by teachers and administrators from Piper, Plantation, and Western high schools. The SLA's highly motivated juniors and seniors meet the following criteria: a minimum grade point average of 3.2; an interest in government and civic leadership; a minimum of 10 hours of volunteer service; and demonstrated ability as a student leader, with active involvement in at least one extracurricular activity. In addition, students are required to submit an essay on the topic of leadership.
The SLA meets one day per month, October through April, during school hours. City staff members shape the SLA's core curriculum, while guest speakers contribute their expertise on a range of topics. Sessions have addressed such issues as career readiness, entrepreneurism, bullying prevention, and resource conservation. There is also a strong focus on team building, ethics and leadership.
In recent years, the SLA has included a service learning project completed by teens in collaboration with local businesses, non-profit groups and schools:
Students graduate from the program at a City Commission meeting in May, where they are honored with certificates of achievement. There is always a full house of family members and school representatives.
The SLA program is a recipient of the Florida League of Cities' Florida Citizenship Award and the Broward League of Cities' Community Spirit Award. However, the SLA's greatest achievement is its positive and lasting impact on students. Program alumni remain in contact with the SLA facilitators – often requesting letters of reference, resume help and networking opportunities.
For more information about the SLA, call (954) 747-4662.
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♦ The academy import students the practical and thorough instructions. It is not only imparts knowledge about ssb but also shows way how to approach in life as a human being. The facilities here are very practical and professional. The environment for study is outstanding.
♦ As a member of Indian armed forces I can see lot of change as human being through the academy. I become more positive and enthusiastic to achieve my goal after joining the academy.
♦ The infrastructure of academy is awesome. No other academy in India can be compared with Minerva. It is a unique. It is just live one part of Indian armed forces. I enjoyed my stay here.
♦ In my view I am positive and I can be able to clear my upcoming ssb after having joined in the academy. I think I have done exactly the right thing and right step to join in the Minerva Academy. The interview techniques were outstanding. I love it and enjoyed.
♦ Definitely there are many aspiring candidates in navy and other places. I would recommend them to join the academy.


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In acknowledgement of Deeside RFC's 40th anniversary, Apache North Sea Ltd has donated a 40-year whisky marking 40 years of drilling at the Forties Field.
The limited edition bottle, complete with two engraved crystal glasses in a wooden presentation box, are now the subject of a silent auction to raise funds for the club to further develop youth rugby in the area.
Other bottles of the whisky, distilled at Glenfarclas have been auctioned in the past and have achieved four-figure sums, so it is evident that this bottle is highly collectable and should provide a sound investment to the successful bidder.
Deeside RFC representative Martin Burgess said: "E-mail bids for the commemorative whisky will be accepted up to 5pm GMT on Friday, November 3, with the winning bid being announced at the 40th anniversary dinner and dance on Saturday, November 4.
"The successful bidder's details will not be announced unless prior consent has been provided.
"On behalf of Deeside RFC, I would like to express my gratitude to Apache North Sea Limited for this very generous donation."
Patricia Paterson, from Apache North Sea Limited commented: "It is with great pleasure that Apache continue their association with Deeside Rugby Club.
"We fully acknowledge the hard work that goes on at the club in furtherance of rugby in general, but particularly in respect of the life skills that the club are instilling in their young members from an early stage in their development.
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allan: Actually for a bunch of atheists, they don't sound very sure about it...
You are mistaking atheists for those who have the negative belief (in theistic areas), rather than those who hold no belief (in theistic areas), which is the definiton of atheism.
Granted, it's a difficult and sometimes grey distinction depending on who you talk to, but the statement on the billboard is totally fine with atheism.
There probably is no God (there probably is no FSM, Main-in-the-moon, or marsh mellow in the center of the earth), so stop worrying about it (because it's pointless to believe in something for which no evidence exists and which is neither provable or disprovable).
Tenuously still on topic, this thread is about religion right.


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Despite the fact that I normally like to mull over my posts for a few days before I publish them, this post isn't getting that treatment. There isn't time. In 48 hours I should know where I'm living next year. In 48 hours, for good or for bad, the anticipation will be over and a giant question mark will be removed from my life. And it's the anticipation that I want to write about. The venturing into the unknown, the bend in the road, the moments right before the moments that direct the course of our lives.
We've all felt it. In high school it was waiting for the drama director to post the cast list for the spring play. It was the waiting for SAT scores and college acceptance letters. It was the road trip to a university halfway across the country and the moment right before meeting new roommates. It was the intense emotions in the weeks leading up to our wedding and marriage. It was standing in my first classroom, looking over the yet-to-be-filled desks. It is jumping every time the phone rings during a drawn-out job hunt.
It's the intense heartbeat and the conscious effort to breathe normally, wondering how your life will change. It's watching first a calendar and then a clock, but not being sure if you want time to speed up or slow down. It's double checking to make sure your phone works and refreshing your e-mail page 100 times a day to make sure you don't miss anything, even though that's totally not necessary. It's knowing that you've done all you can, and now your future rests on variables entirely out of your control.
All you can do is hope, pray, wonder, and speculate. Then you try to stop speculating, because it doesn't help anything and you're driving yourself crazy. You're probably driving everyone around you crazy, too.
Or maybe not. Maybe you wait in silence, because talking about it makes it seem more real, more intense, and more out of your control than ever. You're careful. You try not to hope too much in order to avoid a bigger let-down if things don't go your way. But you really want a certain result anyway, despite everything. You want that role, that acceptance letter, that job, that placement. But it's out of your hands, and all you can do is wait.
We all have a reason to wait and a bend in the road that we can't see around. My nomadic life has probably given me more questions and ventures into the unknown than most people my age, but we all experience them at some point. And you know what I've discovered?
We get there, and life goes on. I've experienced elation and devastation Sometimes I got the part in the play, and then I was crushed when I didn't (senior year!). I was accepted into one college and wait-listed for another. I met my roommates that first day freshman year, lived with them for a month, and then decided it wasn't working out. My new roommate became Maid of Honor and is still one of my best friends. Marriage has been different from what I anticipated, but amazing nonetheless. Six years and five cross-country moves later, we're still going strong. Teaching has also worked out differently from what I envisioned, primarily because of those five cross-country moves, but rather than suffering, I have grown. I've discovered ambitions, dreams, skills, and talents that I didn't know I would possess when I first stood in that empty classroom. So I will survive these remaining hours of anticipation, and then we will move forward on the path laid before us, wherever it may lead.
At first I wondered if this topic fits in this blog. I mean, the main reason I want to write about anticipation because I'm currently feeling it. So I didn't know if I just wanted to write to get some of the intensity of waiting out of my system, or if it really fit into the theme of preparing teens for life.
But then it hit me.
This is life. This is emerging adulthood. A series of question marks, bends in the road, trying to figure out where to go, what to do, and banging our heads against the wall because of all the unknown variables. How many teenagers are trying to research colleges and careers right now without really knowing what anything is going to be like? How many high school seniors are watching that graduation date approach with the same feeling of anticipation of the unknown? And how many drama kids are waiting for the cast list to go up, wondering if they made it?
I survived. I'm still surviving. You will, too. I promise.


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The student has five years to complete the requirements for the SANS Master of Science program. A relevant course completed to the gold level is required for admission this reduces the number of courses that must be completed by one. The five years begins from the date of admission, not the date the student takes the first course. Students are expected to complete the exam component of a course within 4 months of the time they are authorized to take the exam, usually 7 to 10 days after the completion of classes.
Students may request an extension on taking the exams. The extension policy is described here. The research project of each course should be completed in a timely manner after the exam is finished, but students may have up to 6 months after the completion of the exam, if needed. If students do not complete the research project within that time, then they will receive a grade of Incomplete. They will need to resolve this matter by reapplying for GIAC Gold, paying the GIAC reapplication, and completing the research project with a passing grade within that six month time period. More information about GIAC Gold can be found here.