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Baseball Cap - six inches wide, four inches high and 7.5" deep, Gift Bag - seven inches wide, 11" high and four inches deep, Golf Bag - three inches wide, nine inches high and three inches deep, Soccer Ball - 5.5 x 5.5 x 5.5, and Tennis Card - 4.8" wide and 7.5" tall.
SCAL2, SCAL3, ECAL, MTC and Silhouette Studio Designer Edition. 12x6 and 8.5 x 11 mat users can only create the individual "flat" elements in the Extras folder, such as the tennis ball and baseball (not the 3D projects). 8.5x11 mat users can also create the Tennis Card (but not its envelope).
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Some Reflections on Ethics by my friend Ramendra Nath. His chapter on Epicurus is particularly interesting because of it's discussion of pleasure and happiness.
Happiness, according to Epicurus is found "not so much in positive pleasure as in freedom from pain, and a calm and contented mind."
Contrary to popular belief, Epicurus didn't advocate pleasure as the sole goal of life. He was advocating using reason to help make our whole lives happy. To this end, he advocated a simple set of principles, which we can use to guide our decisions to help us lead a happy and contented life.
According to Ramendra, here is Epicurus' recipe for happiness:
· Pleasure which produces no pain is to be embraced.
· Pain which produces no pleasure is to be avoided.
· Pleasure which prevents a greater pleasure, or produces greater pain is to be avoided.
· Pain which averts a greater pain or secures a greater pleasure is to be endured.
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By Bob West
The end of the first quarter brought a flood of digital media analysis reports to my in box, and they came from different people throughout our organization. One of our publishers sent me a "Global Video Index" report summarizing trends from 2014. A member of our marketing department sent me an email service provider's "Q4 2014 Recap" report. Meanwhile, our own digital analytics guy has been putting a slew of trend reports from our own properties in front of me … and they all point to one unquestionable conclusion: Mobile matters more than ever.
Those of you reading this post most likely work in some agriculture or specialty ag market, which is good because our markets tend to lag behind broader Internet consumption trends to a degree. But make no mistake: your customers use mobile technologies to consume digital information more than ever, and your opportunity to engage these people will decrease without an effective mobile strategy.
Don't believe me? Consider the following….
"Mobile clicks now account for almost 40% of all email clicks – a 10% increase year-over-year." – Yesmail Interactive
Yesmail Interactive sends millions of consumer- and business-oriented emails every week for its clients. Their broad perspective stems from tremendous access to email data. They cite an increase in the use of responsive design in emails and adaptive landing pages as clear signs of marketers' response to the mobile movement. (Two things we see very little of in ag marketing today.)
"Click-to-open rates for mobile emails jumped by 40% for marketers who use responsive design in all of their mailings compared to those who use it in none of their campaigns," notes the company in its report, "The Season of Mobile." "Implementing responsive or mobile-friendly formatting is the bare minimum marketers can do to cater to their mobile audience."
"More than a third of all video consumed online was watched on a mobile device during [the fourth quarter of 2014]." – Ooyala
Ooyala is a video hosting / serving platform whose clients provided video content to more than 220 million viewers in 2014. Again, a tremendous amount of data. And mobile is the trend that stands out most of all to them.
"34% of all video plays in Q4 (2014) were on tablets and smartphones," reports the company.
Ooyala went on to observe that the growth of mobile shouldn't surprise any marketer today. The acceleration of this growth is another story, however, putting mobile devices on a collision course with the long-time king screen, the television. "As phone screens grow in size and quality, they are joining tablets to become the 'screen of choice' for viewers both young and old," observes the company.
These reports come on the heels of Google's announcement that it is changing its search algorithm to penalize websites that aren't mobile optimized so that mobile viewers are directed to websites that will work with their device. (See our blog post here for more details on this big news.)
Clearly, only one conclusion can be drawn from all of this information – mobile matters more than ever. Meister Media has responded by re-building all of its websites on HTML5 to deliver the best mobile viewing experience possible, and work has begun on updating our enewsletter templates, too. You should likely be doing the same, too.
Bob West is Meister Media's Director of Interactive Sales. He would be happy to talk about helping your company update its technology to meet the growing mobile audiences. Call him at 440/602-9129 or email him at firstname.lastname@example.com.


text: The first Latin American Pope has come to Brazil with a message that challenges leaders to address the needs of the "have-nots" at a time when citizens have become increasingly restless about economic inequality. Will Pope Francis' message have an impact on Brazilian politics and renew interest in the Catholic Church among Brazil's youth? Paulo Sotero provides context.


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What is a Commercial Driver's License?
A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) certifies that you are a licensed and Professional Truck Driver. Your qualifications as a CDL Driver will vary based on your experience and certifications in the Industry. Additional certifications allow you to drive with special privilege on the road. Certain commercial motor vehicles require Endorsement certifications or background checks prior to operation.
Why do I need a CDL?
The Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1986 was signed into law on October 27, 1986. The goal of the Act is to improve highway safety by ensuring that drivers of large trucks and buses are qualified to operate those vehicles and to remove unsafe and unqualified drivers from the highways.
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has developed and issued standards for testing and licensing commercial motor vehicle drivers. Among other things, the standards require states to issue a Class A CDL to a commercial motor vehicle driver only after the driver passes knowledge and skills tests.
- CDL A – Any Combination-unit over 26,001 lbs
- CDL B – Any Straight Body Vehicle Over 26,001
- CDL C – Any Straight Body Truck Under 26,001
What Type of CDL do I need?
While there are many fields of service available to Professional Truck Drivers, the type of CDL License is dependent on the type of work you're looking for. Excel Driver Services offers Results Oriented Course Training (ROCT) Programs which can be added as additional certifications on your resume – which makes you more hireable!
Which CDL License is best for me?
Class A CDL License – Any combination of vehicles with a gross combination weight rating (GCWR) of 26,001 lbs, towing vehicle(s) in EXCESS of 10,001 pounds requires a Class A CDL License. With your class A CDL, you will also be eligible to drive across state lines (provided you are 21+ years old).
Class B CDL License – Any single-body vehicle with a gross combination weight rating (GCWR) of 26,001 lbs, towing vehicle(s) UNDER 10,001 pounds. Additional certifications are needed for Class B CDL License holders to cross state lines and are able to operate in the state in which the CDL was issued.
Class C CDL License – Any single-body vehicle with a gross combination weight rating (GCWR) UNDER 26,001 lbs, designed to transport 16+ passengers OR transport hazardous materials.


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The application is then supposed to display the random number, sum up all random numbers generated, display the largest and smallest number generated, and find the average of all the numbers generated. I'm having trouble figuring out how to display the largest and smallest number generated in a random number generator. Everything i've tried either displays the random number generated or it +1. This is what I have so far
Private Sub genrn_Click(ByVal sender As System.Object, ByVal e As System.EventArgs) Handles genrn.Click Try X = Integer.Parse(num1.Text) y = Integer.Parse(num2.Text) randomnumb = GenerateRandom.next(X, y + 1) Catch MessageBox.Show("Please enter in the smallest number on the left and largest on the right. No decimals", "error") End Try total += randomnumb invisible += 1 average = total / invisible randomnum.Text = randomnumb.ToString totalnum.Text = total.ToString largenum.Text = large.ToString smallnum.Text = small.ToString avenum.Text = average.ToString End Sub
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At Evolve most of our treatments are suitable for men and women but just so you feel extra special we have a number of treatments especially for you. From waxing to manicures…. a must for Grooms prior to their wedding day. We also offer gents wet and dry cuts in the hair salon.
- Back massage £25 (40 minutes)
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The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) proposed amendments to both the advertising rule and the cash solicitation rule under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 (the "Advisers Act") on November 4, 2019. Neither rule — adopted in 1961 and 1979, respectively — has been amended significantly since it was adopted, although the SEC and its… Read More
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SEC Clarifies Investment Adviser Standard of ConductPosted in Investment Adviser Regulation
On June 5, 2019, the SEC issued an Interpretive Release designed to "reaffirm, and in some cases clarify, the standard of conduct that investment advisers owe to their clients." The Interpretive Release highlights existing principles relevant to an adviser's fiduciary duty; it does not create any new regulation. The Interpretive Release sets forth the SEC's views… Read More
SEC Announces Settlements Resulting from the Share Class Selection InitiativePosted in Investment Adviser Regulation, SEC Enforcement
On March 11, 2019, the SEC announced settlements with 79 investment advisers who self-reported violations of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 (the "Advisers Act") in connection with the Division of Enforcement's Share Class Selection Disclosure Initiative (the "Share Class Initiative"). The advisers, collectively, agreed to return more than $125 million in fees and prejudgment interest… Read More
SEC Staff Closes Loophole on BDC Asset Coverage RequirementsPosted in SEC Enforcement
In a Guidance Update published on June 30, 2014 by the SEC's Division of Investment Management, the staff closed a loophole that allowed business development companies (BDCs) with wholly owned Small Business Investment Company (SBIC) subsidiaries to avoid meeting asset coverage requirements when the SBIC subsidiaries issue debt that is not guaranteed by the Small… Read More
SEC Staff: Measure Percentage Ownership by Fund, not by ComplexPosted in Fund Regulation, Investment Adviser Regulation
In its June 2014 Guidance Update, the SEC's Division of Investment Management said that series funds are individual investment companies for purposes of compliance with certain investor protections, including the 1940 Act's restrictions on principal transactions. Section 17(a) of the 1940 Act generally prohibits an "affiliated person" of a mutual fund, or an affiliated person… Read More
SEC Correction: Reinstating an Exception to an Exception to an ExceptionPosted in SEC Enforcement
No one could be blamed for having difficulty understanding the intricacies of the rules under Section 17(d) of the Investment Company Act, the statute that prohibits "joint transactions" without an SEC order. At the end of 2013, the SEC may have helped reduce some of the anxiety when it quietly reinstated a part of an… Read More
NFA Requests Comments on Need for CPO/CTA Capital RequirementsPosted in Fund Regulation, Investment Adviser Regulation
Should the National Futures Association (NFA) impose capital requirements on commodity pool operators (CPOs) and commodity trading advisors (CTAs)? On January 23, 2014, the NFA published a Notice to members seeking public comments on this controversial proposal. The proposal does not appear to exclude advisers of registered investment companies that are required to register as… Read More
Division of Investment Management Closes Loophole for Fund Advisers Providing Interim Services "At Cost"Posted in Enforcement, Investment Adviser Regulation
The SEC's Division of Investment Management has closed a potential loophole in the federal securities laws through which some fund advisers may have attempted to squeeze to avoid registration. The loophole involves the definition of an investment adviser. Section 2(a)(20)(iii) of the Investment Company Act of 1940 excludes from the definition of an investment adviser… Read More
Insider Trading in Mutual Funds: Do Traditional Theories Apply?Posted in Insider Trading, SEC Enforcement
A federal court of appeals recently held out the possibility that insider trading prohibitions—at least under the classic theory—do not apply to mutual fund redemptions. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit recently reversed and remanded a summary judgment granted to the SEC in a case alleging that a mutual fund's chief compliance… Read More
SEC Slaps Fund Directors for Violating Fair Valuation ResponsibilitiesPosted in Fund Independent Directors, Fund Regulation, SEC Enforcement
Eight former directors of five mutual funds recently settled SEC charges that they failed to satisfy their fair valuation obligations under the 1940 Act. No monetary penalties were assessed, but the former directors agreed to "cease and desist" from future violations (a relatively easy task, since the funds are no longer in operation). The SEC's… Read More
Fund Trustees Sanctioned for Inadequate Disclosures and Failure to Follow Compliance PoliciesPosted in Enforcement, Fund Independent Directors, SEC Enforcement
The SEC, it seems, is serious when they say that mutual fund trustees are "watchdogs" and "gatekeepers," and they are prepared to hold board members responsible for acting that way. For the second time in less than six months, the SEC named fund board members in an enforcement action. This time, the focus is on disclosure… Read More
SEC Accuses Fund Directors of Breaching Their Valuation DutiesPosted in Enforcement, Fund Independent Directors, Fund Regulation
The SEC has sued the former members of the board of several closed-end and open-end registered investment companies. In short, the SEC alleges that the directors failed to properly fair value a majority of the funds' holdings during an eight-month period in 2007. The complaint is fact specific and should provide fund boards with some insight… Read More


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How Mexico is forcing teams to innovate
Altitude, thin air, long straights, varied corners and very low grip are making the revamped Mexico City a huge technical challenge for Formula 1 teams. CRAIG SCARBOROUGH explains how they are adapting
The Hermann Tilke-reworked Mexico City circuit's high altitude, long straight and low-grip surface have forced Formula 1 teams to focus not on bringing upgrades this weekend, but on adapting their cars to a circuit with unusual and challenging requirements.
At 2240 metres above sea level, the air is thinner than at any other race, which affects engine power, cooling and downforce.
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1 - Plain, 2 - Plain (reduced), 3 - w/ Silver Leaf, 4 - w/ Silver Leaf (reduced & encased), 5 - w/ TerraNova2 Frit, 6 - w/ Silver Glass Frit (reduced), 7 & 8 - w/ Tuxedo, Copper Green, Opal Yellow, Ivory, and Peace
CiM Lapis is hands-down the best blue-purple opaque colour I've yet used. It is interestingly reactive, vibrant, and relatively inexpensive (compared to other purples and indigos) to boot.
On the surface of Lapis, silver spreads out and balls up in tiny little bits, mostly. What doesn't break up turns an interesting turquoise colour. If you reduce and encase the silver, the mottled bluish, turquoisey green effect can cover the whole bead surface under the clear. This effect is also faintly shiny, like mother of pearl.
Because Lapis is reactive with silver, it rises up in light halos around silver glass. You can see the light halos around all of the fritty bits in this picture. You can see also that all of my TerraNova2 frit turned purple, which is stage one of striking for it. Had I cooled and reheated the bead a few more times I would have gotten more interesting colours. To me, this means that Lapis is potentially a pretty decent base colour for striking silver glass colours.
I do this silver glass test with every colour just to see the differences in how the frit behaves when I run the test the same way each time. Some colours seem to magically accelerate the striking of silver glass while others seem to inhibit it. Lapis seems like a good one, but not a great one.
Here, you can see that just like with silver glass, Lapis rises up in halos around Tuxedo, and Lapis separates very dramatically when used on top of Tuxedo.
Copper Green separates on top of Lapis, with the lighter more turquoise bits in the middle of dots and stringer lines and the outside lines looking sort of dark and dingy. On top of Copper Green, Lapis separates so that it has a dark line in the middle of stringer lines and dark pinpoints in the middle of dots.
When Opal Yellow is used on top of Lapis, the Lapis at the edges of the dots and stringer lines fades and looks a bit mottled. Lapis separates very slightly on top of Opal Yellow.
Ivory separates and curdles on top of Lapis. Lapis separates on top of Ivory.
Like with Opal Yellow, Peace causes a light Lapis outer line to form around its edges. When Lapis is used on top of Peace, it bleeds and the Peace takes on a lavender appearance.
All of these beads contain Lapis:


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Welcome to our Belgian Bubble in London!
Ales Tales will be held on Friday and Saturday 1st and 2nd of June 2018.
UNLIMITED tasters of 70+ beers from 20 Belgian craft brewers, and live music from Boogie Belgique!
Plus, amazing food including Belgian cheeses, Belgian waffle and authentic Chips with mayonnaise !


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Cody Barlow planned to make the drive from the town of Hulbert to attend this year's Tulsa Pride, but he couldn't attend because he was helping family members move between residences.
Then he remembered a supermarket and craft store near his home sold duct tape in bright colors. The realization gave him another idea on how to be an ally to his LGBTQ friends, family and those who served with him in the Navy.
He and his mother purchased some tape rolls, which he used to cover the tailgate of his Chevrolet Silverado with a rainbow pride flag. On top of the flag was an all-caps message in black mailbox letters: "Not all country boys are bigots ... Happy Pride month."
"They (LGBTQ people) were a lot of really good people that I had learned from over the years," Barlow, who is heterosexual, said in an interview on Monday. "But growing up in an area like this in rural Oklahoma, these communities are not quite so friendly to that, I guess. They don't always really understand it. They don't accept it."
He posted a public photo of the tailgate on social media on Thursday, but said he didn't expect much fanfare outside of friends or family. But as of Monday evening, his Facebook post has nearly 130,000 reactions and more than 75,000 shares from people around the world, even drawing the attention of CNN.
"I think it was just kind of a matter of over time feeling more inclined to speak out," he said of his decision to post. "Being an average straight guy and driving a truck like I do, I don't deal with hate. I don't deal with judgment. I just wanted to do what I could to help out.
"I thought that being in my position, people around here would maybe be more accepting of it or be more willing to listen."
At first, feedback was predominantly anti-LGBTQ, something Barlow said he anticipated within his explanation on the post. The comments were at one point so negative he briefly considered removing it from Facebook.
But then came private messages and even more comments from LGBTQ people about their experiences with discrimination.
Now, Barlow, 28, can't accept any more friend requests on Facebook. Supporters — and in some cases critics — are sending him so many messages he said it's "nearly impossible" to respond to everyone in a timely way.
"The stories have been great, really touching stuff, from all over the world. Several different countries and continents," Barlow said. "People have told me they're tearing up and crying while reading my post. That meant a lot to me that they took the time to open up and tell me. It's probably not easy for them to talk about."
He said people have also largely been kind during in-person interactions in his community, citing an example of one person who thanked him for writing the post while he had his lunch inside his truck in a parking lot.
Barlow said he hopes the Facebook post and its message prompt people to open their minds, educate themselves and reach out to the LGBTQ people in their lives. The tailgate of his truck will remain decorated for the duration of June, he said.
"I hope that this can help even the slightest bit to encourage and support at least one person that needs it," he wrote in the post.


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Ah, we can't believe it's already been one year since we first introduced The Loop's annual Canadian Beauty Awards. (Time sure does move quickly…)
As you know, we here love all things beauty. Whether it's the stuff we put in our hair, on our lips, or on our cheeks, we're always keeping a lookout for items we think you'd like just as much as we do. Now what makes these particular awards even better is the fact that all of them hail from the great white north. Yes, these bad boys are homegrown and we think it's about time that they were celebrated.
So, what are you waiting for? Take a look at this year's Canadian beauty winners and show your Canadian pride by adorning your body with 'em.
The Loop's second annual Canadian Beauty Award winners are here
Best Canadian Hair ProductGraydon Clinical Luxury Hair Smoothie
This conditioner just feels healthy for your hair. We love everything about it from the super fresh 'green' scent to the way it runs through the hair. Use it in the shower and/or as a leave-in conditioner for some beach-perfect waves.
$24 at Clinical Luxury by Nature Graydon
Best Canadian LipstickBite Beauty Amuse Bouche Lipstick
If you've been searching for a bold lip colour, stop right here. This is the vibrant lipstick you need. For summer, we suggest the Sweet Cream Muted Peach, but really, that's up to you. The selection is incredible; if you can't find your colour here, it doesn't exist.
$30 at Sephora BITE
Best Canadian Sun ScreenSaje Sun Sense SPF30
Yes, sunscreen is sticky and gross, but wait! This one is made with all-natural ingredients and smells like summer (if your summer smells like lavender and chamomile). It absorbs quickly, isn't too greasy and moisturizes while protecting that precious skin of yours.
$10 at Saje Saje
Best Canadian FragranceThe 7 Virtues Afghanistan Orange Blossom
This product was on Dragons' Den, so you know it's good. This summery scent is so refreshing with a nice depth of jasmine and freesia. Plus, The 7 Virtues buys their orange blossom oil straight from Afghan farmers to help their economy.
$70 at The 7 Virtues 7 Virtues
Best Canadian Eye MakeupDaLish Metallic Eyeshadows Collection
This buildable eyeshadow is great for wearing all day and then adding a bit more pop for a night out. Or use it as a liner to add a little drama to a simple eye. You can also use the lightest shade anywhere on your face as a highlighter.
$24 at DaLish DaLish
Best Canadian Dual ProductNudestix Gel Colour Lip + Cheek Balm
We love love love this crayon for your face. You can use it on lips and cheeks, plus it's easy to carry with you for a mid-day refresh. Our favourite shade is Luxe but there are so many to choose from you'll definitely be able to find one that's as soft or bold as you like.
$28 at Sephora Nudestix
Best Canadian Face MoisturizerBelmondo 'The Cloud' Velvety Olive Oil Face Cream
We love using olive oil on our faces. Don't laugh, the ancient Greeks did it and they looked great. This face cream incorporates that miracle oil and is super moisturizing without being greasy or heavy. Now we can look like Greek goddesses.
$52 at Belmondo Belmondo
Best Canadian FoundationLise Watier Lumiere Cushion Compact Liquid Foundation-To-Go
We love buildable foundations for summer. Go for a light au naturel look or layer some more on for full blemish coverage. Our favourite feature? The compact is refillable. So, looks great and environmentally friendly. Win-win!
$46 at Lise Watier Lise Watier
Best Canadian Aromatherapy SprayRocky Mountain Soap Yoga Aromatherapy Spray
Spritz this in any room you walk into whether you're going to be doing yoga in it or not. Somehow the scent is calming and rejuvenating at the same time. Use it to refresh a space or to do yoga (if you're into that kind of thing).
$15 at Rocky Mountain Soap Co. Rocky Mountain Soap Co.
Best Canadian Face Cleansing WipesKaia Naturals Juicy Bamboo Cleansing Wipes
These wipes are heaven in biodegradable paper form. Not only will they remove your makeup, they also cleanse and moisturize your face. They are the end-of-the-night saviour you need when washing your face is just too much work.
$16 at Kaia Naturals Kaia Naturals
Best Canadian Nail PolishPure Anada '5 Free' Polish
Not only is this nail polish long-lasting and vibrant (which are both winning qualities in our book) it's also made free from the five most toxic nail polish ingredients. For the summer, we're loving Pool Side Pink and Melon Mania.
$12 at The Pure Boutique Pure
Best Canadian Facial MaskGraydon Clinical Luxury Superfood Mask + Scrub
This is one of the best wash-off masks we've experienced. It feels like these superfoods give us superhuman skin. It comes as powder in individual which you can then add to your favourite cleanser to create the paste.
$39 at Clinical Luxury by Nature Graydon
Best Canadian Essential OilSaje Rose Pure Essential Oil
Even if someone brought us fresh roses every day, we would still want to put this rose oil everywhere. The scent is great for relieving stress and pain and just makes everything feel fresh. You can't go wrong with the natural sweet-but-not-too-sweet scent of rose.
$39 at SajeSaje


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Demand Brands Shareholders are the Heart Of Our Mission
At Demand Brands, we understand that our shareholders are the heart and soul of our global mission. It's through each and every shareholder that we are empowered to help people live better lives around the world. We are a team with passion to continue building a real company with brands that change lives.
When you invest in Demand Brands , you are not simply investing in a company; you are investing in research, education, worldwide growth, and in Demand Brands mission to bring health concious brands to every corner of the globe.


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June 4th, 2012The vacation that was
We're back in Prague! It's been five days since we returned from our vacation in the Philippines. It was a short three-week visit, the shortest of all the vacations I had there; I usually stay there for three months.
It was short but well-spent. We got to see beautiful places, none of us got sick, and all the planning I did went smoothly except for some minor glitches that turned to our advantage. Mother's Day was spent in my uncle's place in Silay where they prepared lots of yummy Negrense food! I had my birthday in Boracay with the whole gang (Dad, Mom and my sister included); my pretty niece flew in from Cebu and we were able to visit the local scenic spots in Negros. Then M and I had our three days Palawan escapade without the kids; gazillion thanks to my sister Carey for taking care of the kids while we were away! We went to see the Underground River, which was recently named as one of the new 7 wonders of the world; we even managed to do the Honda Bay island hopping before we flew to Manila. We also toured Corregidor Island for a day.
Afternoon feast @ my uncle's place on Mother's Day.
Mother's Day dinner @ a thai resto.
@ Pacific Shores, Talisay City, Negros Occidental.
Going inside the Underground River in Palawan.
@ the Underground River, Palawan.
All in all, it was really a fun time spent with my loved ones, and I'm sure my family was glad to have us around and have enjoyed the company of the two adorable kids. M also had a lovely time seeing Philippines' beauty; he got to eat to his heart's content all the delicious seafood, mangoes, coconuts, etc. which he was prohibited to eat the last time we were there because he developed some skin disease after their Mt. Apo climb. It was a well-deserved treat for him!
Most importantly, I am fortunate that my parents are still around and are still very much healthy; they're the reason why I make sure we go home as often as we can despite the travel/vacation expenses. With the four of us, travelling can really be costly. The kids' fare cost about 75% that of the adult. Whew! We could have used the money to invest in some income-generating project or buy gold coins, but nothing is more important than being with the people we love!


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Our Favorite DIY Home Fresheners
It's around this time of year that we start to feel a little claustrophobic. Winter is fun at first with its wool socks, snuggly throws, and delicious, warming food. But now that we're a few months in, things can start to feel a little stale.
Since we're all spending a lot of time indoors (and will be for a couple more months), why not give your home a little pick-me-up with the help of a room freshener? If you're up for a DIY – and we're guessing you might be if like us you are spending a lot more time indoors – give one of these tried and true recipes a try:
DIY Lavender Home Spray
Fill a bowl or beaker with ½ cup filtered water.
Mix in 4 TBSP vodka (the quality of the vodka doesn't matter).
Add 15-20 drops of lavender essential oil.*
Pour the mixture into a spray bottle.
*When you tire of the scent, switch out the oil for another fragrance. We love rose, rosemary, or chamomile for a calming spray.
Simmering Pot Potpourri:
There are a variety of recipes for Simmering Pot recipes out there, but this one is a Clementine favorite!
Fill a saucepan about half full of water and bring to a boil.
Add cinnamon sticks, 2-3 orange rinds, and a sprinkle of cloves to the water and allow to boil for a few minutes.
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AGML II by Ample Sound is a Virtual Instrument Audio Plugin and a Standalone Application. It functions as a VST Plugin, an Audio Units Plugin, an RTAS Plugin, an AAX Plugin and a Standalone Application.
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AGML II is the lite version of AGM II, recorded on the Martin D-41 acoustic guitar, Natural sustain and resonating sounds of the guitar are unadulterated.
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Funding in the amount of $50,000 is available from Post-Polio Health International and International Ventilator Users Network for research to be completed in 2018. Application for the funds must be received by October 16, 2017.
Researchers can choose to apply for one of the two grants described below.
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The research must have the potential to improve the lives of polio survivors or users of home mechanical ventilation.
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text: Everyday Wellness Print Gas Pain Symptoms in Children By Vincent Iannelli, MD facebook Vincent Iannelli, MD, is a board-certified pediatrician and fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Iannelli has cared for children for more than 20 years. Learn about our editorial policy Vincent Iannelli, MD Medically reviewed by a board-certified physician Updated on October 20, 2019 Thanasis Zovoilis/Moment/Getty Images More in Healthy Kids Everyday Wellness Safety & First Aid Immunizations Food & Nutrition Fitness Although gas can lead to gas pain, it is important to remember that gas is often normal, especially in newborns and infants. Signs and symptoms that your child may have more than just simple 'baby gas' include that he is often fussy, has loose or foul-smelling stools, has difficulty feeding, isn't sleeping well, or cries for long periods of time when he has gas. On the other hand, babies who are happy, feeding well, and their gas doesn't seem to bother them likely don't have any kind of medical condition and may have normal 'baby gas.' Best Formula for Gas Pain When faced with gas, parents of babies who drink baby formula often make a formula switch at the first sign that their baby is having any gas pain. This is often unnecessary and is likely prompted by all of the cans of formula that has been designed and marketed for babies with gas. These new types of Sensitive/Gentle/Comfort baby formula include: Enfamil GentleaseEnfamil RegulineEnfamil ProSobeeSimilac Sensitive (formally Similac Lactose-Free)Similac Total ComfortSimilac Soy IsomilGerber Good Start SootheGerber Good Start GentleGerber Good Start SoyParent's Choice Gentle FormulaParent's Choice Sensitivity FormulaParent's Choice Tender FormulaParent's Choice Soy Formula While changing from a milk-based, iron-fortified formula is sometimes recommended, it is necessary much less often than most parents realize. For example, congenital lactase deficiency, in which babies can't digest the milk sugar lactose when they are born, is thought to be extremely rare. And since older children don't usually develop symptoms of a lactose intolerance until they are 4 or 5 years old, changing your baby to a lactose-free formula is often unnecessary. However, your baby might temporarily need a lactose-free formula, such as if he recently had a viral infection that caused severe diarrhea, such as rotavirus. Unlike lactose intolerances, newborns and infants can have true milk protein allergies. In this case, changing to a soy formula would likely seem to be a good idea. But since many of these babies can also have a soy allergy, an elemental formula, such as Nutramigen or Alimentum, is usually a better choice. Keep in mind that infants with milk and soy allergies will usually have more symptoms than just gas, including diarrhea, vomiting, hives, wheezing, bloody stools, and/or irritability. Breastfeeding and Gas Pain As with a formula-fed infant, breastfeeding moms should usually only consider gas a true issue if it is excessive or accompanied by other symptoms. Before restricting your diet too much when your breastfed baby has gas, consider eliminating all milk and dairy products from your diet for a week or so. If this helps your baby's symptoms, then he may have a milk protein intolerance (allergic colitis), and the milk proteins from your diet that are passing into your breast milk could be causing a problem. However, that isn't a reason to stop breastfeeding. Breastfeeding mothers could also avoid a few other true 'gassy' foods. Or just temporarily avoid those things that really seem to cause your child to have a lot of gas. If you have a foremilk/hindmilk imbalance, in which you time your breastfeedings and don't let your baby nurse until he is finished on one side, then he may have gas because he is getting too much 'sugary' foremilk. Your baby may have less gas if he breastfeeds until he is finished on each side and gets more hindmilk, which has more fat and less sugar. Older Children With Gas Although it can also be normal, older children with gas can have a medical condition causing their gas, including lactose intolerance, irritable bowel syndrome, malabsorption, or celiac disease. Fortunately, they can sometimes be better at describing associated symptoms, such as bloating, diarrhea, and abdominal pain, etc. And older children can sometimes recognize when their symptoms are being caused by specific foods, including milk, fruits, or vegetables. Dietary Modifications In general, although foods get the blame for causing kids to have gas, you shouldn't restrict your child's diet unless you have talked with your pediatrician. It can sometimes help gas and gas pains if your child:Avoids those foods that you are sure are causing your child to have gas.Avoids fruit juices with high sorbitol content, including apple, pear, grape, and prune juice.Avoids foods that include artificial sweeteners, including sugar-free drinks, candy, and gum.Avoids carbonated drinks.Drinks almond milk or rice milk instead of cow's milk if he has a lactose intolerance.Eats slowly and so doesn't swallow a lot of air when he eats. A high-fiber diet, which is not common among kids, can lead to excessive gas. Since a high fiber diet is considered healthy, don't restrict the fiber in your child's diet until you talk to your pediatrician, even if you think it is causing some gas. Surprisingly, a high fiber diet can be helpful for those with irritable bowel syndrome and gas. Treatments Avoiding 'gassy foods' is usually the best treatment for kids with excessive gas. Simethicone is a popular treatment for gas that is often tried by parents with fair success. It is available in many forms, including Mylicon Infant's Drops, Gas-X, and Mylanta Gas Relief, etc. Beano, available as drops or a chew tablet, is a dietary supplement that is supposed to relieve gas associated with eating many high-fiber foods, including beans, broccoli, and whole-grain bread, etc. If your child has lactose intolerance, instead of avoiding cow's milk and other dairy product, it may help if he takes a lactase enzyme tablet to help him digest milk. Newer versions of these tablets, such as Digestive Advantage Lactose Intolerance Therapy, can even be taken just once a day. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Get expert tips to help your kids stay healthy and happy. Sign Up You're in! Thank you, {{form.email}}, for signing up. There was an error. Please try again. What are your concerns? 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Dear Warren Hills Community,
The Warren Hills Regional School District is committed to providing a safe, secure environment for students, parents, faculty, staff and community on a daily basis. The district has implemented multiple safety protocols, procedures and strategies to ensure the safety of all members of the WH community. We continually evaluate and plan for upgrades to security protocols in all of our district facilities. However, the most effective way for us to maintain our secure environment is to support open lines of communication with students, parents and the community. Please reinforce with your children to utilize the "see something, say something" mantra and contact an adult immediately.
We are fortunate to have a positive rapport with the Washington Township Police Department (WTPD). Through this partnership we have secured School Resource Officers (SRO's) in both the HS & MS. This program provides an added layer of security to our already established School Security Program and our own School Security Personnel. As part of the signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) we constantly share information to ensure our community is as safe as we can make it.
When the administration is notified of a possible threat, an immediate, thorough and comprehensive investigation is conducted in collaboration with the SRO and the WTPD. This was the case last week and the combined investigation determined that the social media post and student comment were found to be false and not credible. Should there ever be a credible and/or imminent threat to the school district, you would be notified immediately via Honeywell, Genesis, Twitter and Remind with current information and guidance on next steps.
In closing, the primary goal of the district is to provide a safe and secure environment for ALL members of our community. This goal is best achieved when we work together for the betterment of our schools and community. By maintaining open lines of communication, following the "see something, say something" mantra, contacting an adult, School Administrator and/or the WTPD immediately, we can address issues effectively and efficiently. This practice allows us to provide accurate, first hand information. As noted in the joint statement from Chief Cicerelle and I, "social media posts that contain incorrect or exaggerated information only helps to cause panic and alarm." Together we can keep our community safe and secure!
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Lab improves Linux kernel patch testsSep 28, 2001 — by Rick Lehrbaum — from the LinuxDevices Archive — views
Peter Galli, writing at eWEEK, reports that the Open Source Development Lab (OSDL) has created a code benchmarking tool — known as the Scalable Test Platform (STP) — which supposedly allows developers to easily test their Linux kernel patches from a variety of tests and server configurations. Galli writes . . .
"Tim Witham, the director of the OSDL — an independent, non-profit lab designed for developers who are adding enterprise capabilities to Linux — believes the STP fulfills a critical need in the open-source developer community . . ."
"Until now, open-source developers have had no centralized means for testing kernel patches and upgrades or for recording the results, which has made scaling Linux more difficult . . ."
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Bhat, A (2005) Ecomorphological correlates in tropical stream fishes of southern India. In: Environmental Biology of Fishes, 73 (2). pp. 211-225.
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I studied ecomorphological correlations in 18 stream fish species (belonging to five families) commonly occurring in diversity rich habitats of rivers in the central Western Ghats (Southern India). Univariate and multivariate analyses indicated a clear segregation of species in morphological and ecological (habitat) space. Cluster analyses using morphological features segregated species based mainly on their body shape and feeding parameters while habitat parameters segregated species according to their position along the water column and preference to runs or pool habitats. Principal component analyses showed that body size, head dimensions, mouth position and eye diameter were important characters for species segregation in morphological space while run or pool habitat type and the position of the fish in the water column best explained segregation of species in habitat space. Consistencies in some of the species clusters obtained from analyses on morphological characteristics and habitat preferences warrant closer examination of the relationships between them. These were studied employing multivariate methods like canonical correspondence analysis and the Mantel test. The tests revealed weak correlations indicating that in addition to morphology, other factors like behavioural, physiological and evolutionary constraints together are likely to play an important role in ecosystem structuring of these complex tropical assemblages.
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Oprah and Palin: The Best TV interview EVER
How great is this?
The AP is reporting that Sarah Palin's first TV interview to promote her new book, "Going Rogue: An American Life," will take place on "The Oprah Winfrey Show."
Like watching the celebrity boxing match between Paula Corbin Jones trying to protect her nose job from the vicious swings of a breast-augmented Tonya Harding back in the day, this will be one of the highest points of American culture, is my guess.
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Cabinet hardware is an integral part of your kitchen. It contributes to the functionality of this space that you use every day. Yet many people are misinformed about what these simple knobs and pulls can do for them. Here, we'll examine some of the common misconceptions that you might find among a hardware buyer who's building a new kitchen or remodeling an existing one.
1. "Kitchen cabinet hardware" isn't just for the kitchen.
This is a FACT.
Just because an item is listed on a site that says, or features, "kitchen cabinet hardware" doesn't mean that you can't use it in other places. A whole host of cabinet hardware is usable in any type of location. Now, granted, some hardware types are less durable than others; for example, brass hardware will hold up better in the long term than zinc or aluminum. But, in general, if you want to use cabinet hardware on a furniture piece in your living room or office, or on a vanity in your bathroom, you should have no problems with it.
2. It doesn't matter what kind of cabinet hardware I buy.
This is some MYTH and some FACT.
If you're talking about aesthetics, it all comes down to personal preference (more on that later). If you're talking about material or the underlying quality of the product, of course that matters. You get what you pay for, and cabinet hardware is no exception. That's why Cliffside Industries' cabinet hardware is designed to be the highest quality.
3. I can put any hardware finish I want on my cabinetry.
This is a FACT.
While the type of cabinetry you pick and the style of your kitchen can have an impact on your ultimate hardware selection, it's truly your choice. That's why Cliffside's hardware line is so great. We have cabinet hardware suites for a reason: so that you can mix and match to get your own unique look and style.
4. I can only put contemporary hardware on a contemporary kitchen.
This is a MYTH.
The mixing of traditional style with contemporary elements is called transitional design. It's been popular for several years, and there's no reason to think that it won't always have some place. Sure, there will always be those who want that specific "up-to-the-minute" white or gray kitchen design, or who want a feeling of the old days and will turn back to cherry cabinets and polished brass hardware. But you can make the choice and put whatever hardware you like on the doors and drawers that you choose.
5. The style of the cabinet door determines what type of hardware I can use.
This is a FACT… to some extent.
One of the most important elements of cabinet hardware are the hinges. Without hinges, you have a wood box and some slabs. With them, you have cabinets with doors attached. Your cabinet hinges are determined by the type of door that you have: inset, overlay, etc. Additionally, there are some types of functional hardware, like cabinet latches and magnetic catches, that are designed to work with specific door types. But when it comes down to purely decorative hardware, like a knob or a pull, the sky is the limit.
6. I have to use all knobs or all pulls in my kitchen.
This is a MYTH.
It's extremely common to see designers and customers mixing knobs and pulls in a kitchen. This is exactly why Cliffside's cabinet hardware suites include both knobs and pulls. Cup pulls and latches make a great accent to set off a drawer or cabinet as well.
7. I'm stuck with the cabinet hardware I have on my kitchen.
This is totally a MYTH.
Generally, you can find cabinet hardware out there to replace almost any hardware you have. There aren't a lot of "types" of hardware: several different types of pulls (cup pulls, handles, ring pulls, drop and bail pulls, flush pulls), knobs, latches… and that's about all. So if you have something that you don't like or is going out of date, swing around the Web and take a look for some replacements.
8. The difference between a knob and a pull is the number of holes.
This is… COMPLICATED.
It used to be that you could easily tell the difference between a knob and a pull. Knobs were round, or some other blocky solid shape. They had one hole, took one screw, and it was really easy to replace them. Pulls, on the other hand, had two holes, and the only way to change those out was to find another pull with the same measurement on-center. What's that, you ask? The measurement on-center (sometimes called center-to-center or abbreviated CC) is a fancy way of saying the distance between the screw holes, measured from the center of one to the center of the other.
Nowadays, though, things have gotten a bit more complex. Pulls still have two holes… sometimes. Sometimes they can have three. Sometimes they can even have more, as many companies now make what are sometimes called multi-center pulls, or modular pulls. They are usually longer pulls that have a base with multiple different drill centers on the back. For example, one pull may have a 3″ CC drilling near the inside of the feet, and a 3.5″ CC drilling further out. Cliffside even carries a pull that has 5 different CC sizes in one item!
Even more complicated, knobs now can also have multiple screw holes as well. On some items, it's really important that the knob doesn't rotate out of position. Cliffside has some knobs that use a steel brad in the back to prevent rotation. More recently, however, some manufacturers have resorted to a double-screw solution. Sometimes you'll see tiny CC measurements like 16mm (which is around 5/8″) or 32mm (about 1 1/4″). That doesn't make these pieces any less of a "knob"; it just makes them… different.
9. Home improvement stores are the best place to shop for cabinet hardware.
This is unequivocally a MYTH.
A big box home improvement store is exactly that: a big box, filled with big boxes. No employee of a box home improvement store is going to know the specific ins and outs of cabinet hardware. "Is cabinet hardware really that complicated?" you might ask. If it wasn't, would we be writing this post? Box store employees have their heads full of lawn and garden supplies, appliances, and lumber. Without a doubt, you are going to get better service on cabinet hardware by going to a qualified designer or kitchen dealer, or by calling the company directly.
10. There's a difference between box store hardware and other brands.
This is most definitely a FACT.
Most of the hardware you'll find at box stores is packaged for bulk sale. This means you might be able to get the right amount of knobs or pulls… or you might not. If you have to buy a blister pack with 10 knobs, and you need 32… you have 8 extra knobs that you can't use. Waste of money! If you need pulls with a 5 inch center-to-center, or if you need pulls for one of those appliances the box stores love to advertise, you'll never find it at those places. All the hardware from the box stores is designed to sell in volume, but with high-volume mass production comes a higher risk that you'll buy something that's defective. Whether that's a short-term defect that will show up in a week or a long-term defect that will come out 2 years after you've finished your kitchen – I don't know. Can't tell you. What I can tell you is that if you want quality cabinet hardware from a brand you can trust, you should check out other companies. And if you're on the search for hardware right now, Cliffside Industries is a great place to start.


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Myth: The European Commission is to change the face of number plates across the EU by insisting that they all have black letters on a white or yellow background, and that each plate has a European flag in the top left hand comer and a letter denoting the country of origin immediately below.
Source: The Herald (25 September 1994)
Response: Although the Commission did at one stage do some work on this subject, it never resulted in any concrete action as it was never put before the Council of Ministers, being shelved in the interests of subsidiarity.
As it happens a number of Member States – Portugal, Ireland and shortly Germany – have taken up the Community model on their own initiative.


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And the nice thing is despite any change in mood--due to sleep deprivation or whatever--I have always felt joyful throughout this whole process (not to say that it is completely over). God has taken me too far to leave me now. I know that. I'd be stupid and utterly ignorant to forget His faithfulness. I am thankful that I've been able to be honest with God, myself, and others this time around instead of trying my best to be happy. And being a good Christian girl is one thing, but true forgiveness despite being able to see people for their faults is another.
It's so funny. Sometimes when you feel like this is the end and you can't take it anymore, something happens to make you aware that you're in a better place than you used to be--in different and wonderful capacities.
Today I was feeling a bit numb and indifferent and then after something (very small) happened, I realized the following:
No, I'm not in a coffin. I got burned by someone who chose to act in a
God did not forget me. People are sinners and we treat each other like crap, but that doesn't mean God has forgotten or is okay with that treatment.
I deserve better than what I had. I REALLY do... shockingly so...
The end.


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At the end of 2013, Viktor Yanukovych, Ukraine's president, postponed signing an association agreement with the European Union, choosing instead to pursue closer ties with Russia. Protesters began massing on Kiev's central square, known as the Maidan. Weeks of tension spilling into violence culminated with Yanukovych's ouster on February 22.
Russian President Vladimir Putin looked on with anger and alarm. Suppose that what had happened on the Maidan sparked similar protests in Russia?
Putin began to refer to the Ukrainian government as a "junta" in speeches. The term belonged to the Soviet propaganda lexicon: the Kremlin used it to describe the Latin American dictatorships the United States supported during the Cold War. Putin's revival of this language marked a steep downturn in relations between Moscow and Kiev. Russian state-controlled media took up a propagandistic narrative, in which the new Ukrainian authorities were illegitimate and Russia would not hesitate to "protect" the Russian-speaking citizens of Ukraine from these "fascist usurpers."
The actions Russia took after Yanukovych's ouster—the annexation of Crimea and the aggressive military support for pro-Russian separatists in eastern Ukraine—are well-known. For Putin, such moves signaled Russia's rebirth as a great power, ready to ignore world opinion in the pursuit of its national interests. And Putin's Ukraine policy was at first extremely well received domestically, benefiting from a sophisticated television propaganda campaign as well as a rise in popular revanchist sentiment.
Putin achieved a near record high of 86 percent approval in the months after annexing Crimea. As a result, he considers any concession on Crimea a redline he cannot cross without jeopardizing his hold on power. This position forecloses the possibility of reconciliation with Kiev for the foreseeable future, since the majority of Ukrainians will not accept the loss of the peninsula. Moreover, with presidential and parliamentary elections fast approaching in Ukraine, Russia sees a chance to return the country to its sphere of influence. The Kremlin wants to take advantage of the sharp
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Ever since joining the Great Swaps Girls- I feel like I have made a new group of stamping buddies- even though we have yet to meet! And one of those buddies, Cyndy Lawrence, has tagged me! You have to check out her blog! She is AMAZING!!!
So now I have to tell you 7 random or weird fact about me:
1. Some people are addicted to Starbucks. I am addicted to Wendy's! Seriously- I know everyone who works there.
2. I LOVE coke. But not coke out of a can. Yick. I LOVE fountain cokes!!!!
3. I cannot eat rice without applesauce. If we run out of applesauce- then I don't eat the rice.
4. My kids probably think that they are movie stars and I am the Paparazzi. I take about 500 pics per month. (Even more during the month of December!) I have taken pics of my toilet (don't ask), my purse, and most recently- a bottle of ketchup.
5. Speaking of ketchup- I like it on eggs, mac and cheese, chicken, mashed potatoes, and of course- fries from Wendy's!
6. I watch the Young and the Restless every day. It is set to record on Tivo and I never miss an episode. I have been watching since attending a babysitters house in the 3rd grade.
7. I have 4 kids and 2 puppies- and it is perfectly quiet at my house right now. Now that is weird!!!
Now I have to tag 7 different people:
3. Stamps Alot
Check these blogs out! They are awesome!!!!
I got a bunch more of the projects done from my To Do list. So check back tomorrow as it is too dark to take pictures right now.