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NEW YORK — With three adult children, Teri Hurley made sure to book a house with three bedrooms for her family's Thanksgiving vacation in New York's Catskill Mountains.
She was stunned, as well as angry, when she discovered that the third bedroom of the rental property was down a narrow, steep set of stairs under a kitchen trapdoor, half hidden by a scatter rug.
"My son volunteered to play dungeon boy and took the basement accommodation," Hurley said. "When he wanted to enter the living area, he had to pound on his ceiling — our floor — so we could open the trap door to let him up!"
When Hurley got home, she complained to VRBO.com, from which she had booked the rental online, but ultimately decided not to go through with a formal complaint. The disappointing experience in 2008 has not stopped her from renting on VRBO.com, which stands for vacation rentals by owner. For 10 years her family has stayed at the same Florida villa she found on VRBO. And last Christmas, she rented a "stunning" log house on 10 acres (4 hectares) outside Woodstock, New York, also from VRBO.
The vacation rental market, booking a vacation property directly from the owner or from a property management company, is booming. A study released in 2009 by the travel industry research firm PhoCusWright Inc. estimated the market to be $24.3 billion or more than a fifth of the U.S. lodging industry (based on room revenue) of $107 billion in 2007.
Alexis de Belloy, vice president of U.S. business at HomeAway Inc., the world's largest vacation rental marketplace and owner of sites including HomeAway.com, VRBO.com and VacationRentals.com, says HomeAway facilitates more than 300,000 bookings a month with only a "handful of instances" of unsatisfactory rentals.
While he was not familiar with the particulars of Hurley's complaint, he says HomeAway has a staff of 100 who do customer support including investigating complaints. Documentation of a problem can lead to a listing being taken down. He also notes that the company offers rental insurance up to $10,000 that protects against Internet fraud and foreclosure, with the average cost for insurance about $44.
The demand for vacation rentals is being driven by a number of factors: a large supply of second homes, some purchased as investments; more travel by large, multigenerational groups including for family reunions; and economies of scale which can make a vacation rental a better value than hotels, especially for longer stays. Another driver is the Internet, which lets both rental companies and individual homeowners go online to market their homes.
But the industry is relatively new, fragmented and unregulated. Consider that Conrad Hilton purchased his first hotel in 1919 and that HomeAway was launched in 2006.
When HomeAway ran a Super Bowl ad this year featuring Chevy Chase and Beverly D'Angelo in a reprise of their roles as the Griswolds from the 1983 hit comedy "National Lampoon Vacation," it marked a sort of coming-of-age for the industry.
As with any new thing, consumers need to be cautious.
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Web photos can be deceiving. Online reviews can be planted by people with an agenda, good or bad. Even if a glowing review were once true, properties deteriorate if they are not maintained. What can a would-be renter do? Insist on a rental agreement. Pay with a credit card. Ask lots of questions, by telephone as well as e-mail. Ask for references. Take out rental insurance. Inquire about extra fees. Find out how and when the security deposit will be returned.
Also this: Keep records. Make photos or videos of substandard conditions. Complain promptly if a problem arises. Seek out the Better Business Bureau if you feel you were victimized. Finally, know your needs. If you are traveling to a mountain hideaway in winter, who will plow the road to the main highway if there is a blizzard?
Hurley's complaint about the "dungeon" third bedroom is mild compared to some of the horror stories online. John Romano, a vacation rental property owner who markets his properties on VRWD.com, which stands for Vacation Rentals Web Directory, started a companion site in 2006 called Vacation Rentals Watchdog — VRWD.org — where people can go to gripe.
There you will find scary stories about people who put down thousands of dollars in security deposits and travel hundreds or thousands of miles only to discover stained couches, cobweb-covered grills, dilapidated patio furniture, ant infestations and worse. Some stick it out. Others take the loss, spending additional thousands of dollars for alternative lodging.
Even rentals that do not prove to be disastrous can be inconvenient and provide a few heart-stopping moments.
Alicia Cackley, an executive with the federal government, took her 79-year-old parents to Italy a few years ago, booking apartments online in Rome, Assisi and Lucca.
All went well until they got to Lucca, where they planned to stay for a week and a half, taking day trips to Florence. The stone guest house on a larger estate was farther outside the city than she had expected and had very little heat, in October.
"Heat is not an amenity," Cackley observed. "We sat around wrapped up in blankets." After three nights they moved out and she had to scramble to find new lodgings in town without speaking Italian.
Such cautionary tales resonate with me because of my own experience last December, when my husband and I rented a studio apartment in Paris for 11 days through VRBO. We arrived to discover no heat in the kitchen or bathroom, peeling wallpaper, rusty burners on the stovetop, broken light fixtures, and clumps of hair and dust on the floor. The worst moment, perhaps, was when the bed frame collapsed when we lay down to take a nap a few hours after arriving.
After staying one night — the owner came that evening to repair the bed frame with packing tape — we moved into a hotel. Since we had paid the deposit by credit card, we disputed the charge and received a conditional credit. In addition, the owner refunded us three nights (minus a 50 euro fee) because he rented the place those nights.
We complained to VRBO after returning to the United States and found their Trust & Security Team professional and responsive. Over the next few weeks, we discovered reams about the vacation rental industry the hard way.
One is that VRBO is "not a party to any rental transaction" and "the truth and accuracy of the listings are solely the responsibility of each user." That disclaimer can be found by clicking the Terms and Conditions link at the bottom of the home page.
Yet despite my story and others like it, many people find great properties for good value. Douglas Quinby, senior director of research at PhoCusWright, found that 89 percent of people who booked vacation rentals say they would do it again within three years.
Also, the marketplace is growing.
FlipKey.com was launched in 2008 to help vacation rental property managers and owners promote guest reviews. In contrast to sites that let anyone post, FlipKey collects reviews by sending e-mails to people who actually stayed at a property. Late last year saw the launch of another business model, SecondPorch.com, which lets people list and find vacation rentals through social networks like Facebook.
Greg Gross, who blogs about travel at I'm Black & I Travel!, sings the praises of vacation rentals in a post about an apartment he rented in Paris last year.
"If you simply must have someone else making your bed and leaving a mint on your pillow every day, this may not be for you," he warns.
Then he goes on to list the advantages: a real kitchen, which cuts down on food costs; a washer and dryer, which could mean less luggage; and the invaluable perspective you get from rubbing shoulders with the locals.
"So if you like saving money and feeling more like a traveler than a tourist, consider a short-stay apartment for your next extended trip," he says. "And buy your own damned mints."
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Seriously? You're going to make me play a game about farming? A game where I have to plant crops and make friends with townsfolk? This is the game I'M going to be reviewing? Me? Really? I guess that if we live in a world where people willingly eat Vegemite, Sarah Palin can be a governor and Carlos Mencia is considered a comedian, then it only follows that I would be reviewing a harmless, well-meaning game like Harvest Moon.
Here are my impressions from Harvest Moon, broken down by how long I'd been playing the game:
5 Minutes
Slightly disappointing that I only have four characters for my little dude's name. I call him "Chet," because I hate that name and look forward to seeing someone named Chet fail miserably.
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I'm tired of talking to all of these people. Nothing they say is even remotely interesting, the one exception being the screenshot for this article where I'm 99% sure that lady was hitting on me. I never thought I'd say this, but I just want to start farming already. LET ME OUT OF THIS GODDAMN TOWN. I SUGGEST *YOU* LISTEN TO THE VILLAGERS A LITTLE MORE YOU STUPID PIECE OF BRIDGE BLOCKING SHIT
15 Minutes
Am I playing Harvest Moon, or am I playing IN THE MOUTH OF MADNESS? I want to leave town. Let me leave town. Why can't I leave town? I want to leave. I'm a free man. Boy. Whatever. Let me leave. Let me leave. I briefly consider going on a hunger strike in protest, but I'm physically incapable of going more than three hours without food, so it's not an option.
20 Minutes
This music.
It's looping.
I can't stand it anymore.
Please, just let me out. Let me out. LETMEOUTLETMEOUTLETMEOUT! Who do you want me to talk to? I'll talk to them! I'll blow them! Just let me across the bridge already, please. PLEASE! Oh…OH, OF FUCKING COURSE. Why didn't I realize that people would say something different to me if I WALKED AROUND THEIR COUNTERS. SILLY FUCKING ME NOT REALIZING THAT A COUNTER PREVENTS PEOPLE FROM CONVERSING PAST "WELCOME." AAARRRRGGGGHHHHHH
25 Minutes
The rancher Chet now has a free dog named Cory given to him by some desperate stranger. Is this the life of a rancher? Free dogs and croissant breakfasts? Time to get started on clearing out some rocks and shrubs!
26 Minutes
Wow, Chet is a pussy. Tired already? You little bandana-wearing bitch. Pick up that fucking hammer and smash more rocks. Look how much you have to clear! Smash them. SMASH THE ROCKS. HARDEN THE FUCK UP, CHET! No, don't fall over you little baby! I thought you were the son of a rancher! Why do you have the physical stamina of someone who spends all his time playing video games? I know I'm supposed to identify with you or something, but this is totally ridiculous. Fine, go back to bed, you fucking failure.
30 Minutes
Chet is done being a rancher. He can't handle it. How is someone who can't break rocks or cut shrubs for more than a few minutes at a time supposed to deal with all the responsibilities that come with livestock and girls? There's just no way. Chet stays in his shed drinking moonshine and waiting for blindness as harvest and festival days slip past his waning attention. The season turns as his vision dims. He hears a scratching on the door: it's Cody, and he's hungry. So hungry. In a fit of delirium, Chet opens the door and though near death, Cody finds the strength to rip out Chet's Achilles tendon, sending him screaming to the floor. Teeth rend Chet's carotid artery and the world slips blissfully away. Blood pulses across the dirty floor, and the moon shines through the window, illuminating the gory scene.
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one of my favorite gifts to receive is jewelry. whether it be simple, fancy or symbolic, it's such a lovely gift and makes a wonderful addition to any gal's collection. this year I've got my eyes on a sapphire ring {Orin's birthstone} to pair with my emerald {Wolf's birthstone}. here's a few other things that have caught my eye and would be lovely gifts.
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The HR internships programme is one that has grown in popularity under the Sydney/ Melbourne Professional Internship and Summer Internship progarmmes. With 90% of the head offices located in Sydney or Melbourne for the Pacific region, there are some fantastic HR departmers we can place into. Our interns are placed into busy HR departments or recruitment companies working in a range of industries.
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A tapas party is a great way to introduce friends and family to the traditional Spanish style of casual eating based on small plates and small portions. This wildly popular trend featuring Mediterranean–style snacks and appetizers is beloved for its high style, rich variety and healthful ingredients. It also offers the perfect setup for the low–maintenance host. From finger foods like olives, cheese and small bocadillo sandwiches to the more elaborate manchego–stuffed piquillo peppers, tapas dishes range from almost no preparation to creative recipes that spark your inner chef. Pottery Barn designer Celia Tejada shows you how to create an ambience inspired by the rustic, outdoor style of her California wine country ranch, Tejada Vineyards. Her videos give step–by–step instructions in cooking tortilla Española and albondigas meatballs, family tapas recipes from her Pyrenees mountain village in Northern Spain, and a refreshing cocktail featuring her homemade limoncello liqueur. In your own home, the friendly, communal nature of tapas invites guests to contribute their own small plates and wines to create something more than just a party – a new way of eating and a global way of living.
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In a tapas party, variety is truly the spice of life. The more guests who come, the more kinds of food there are – letting you get away with minimal cooking while creating an inherently fun and boisterous affair. Decide first if you want to keep the menu strictly Spanish or if you'd like to open it up to other Mediterranean foods, including italian, Greek and southern French cuisines. Ask each guest to bring one or two tapas and a bottle of wine to share, recommending local spacialty groceries and a cookbook of simple tapas recipes like Tapas: Sensational Small Plates from Spain by Joyce Goldstein.
Shoot for an outdoor space on a sunny afternoon, especially since tapas are traditionally daytime snacks. In the middle of the space, set a grand table or multiple tables lines together and covered with a pretty runner or simple linen cloth.
Dedicate another table – or even better, a wheeled bar cart – for wine bottles, openers and glasses. Spanish red wines like riojas and tempranillos pair perfectly with tapas. Also have a tub of ice ready for other traditional accompainments like delicate sherries, sparkling cavas and Lambruscos, crisp rosés and albariños. Encouraging guests to bring unexpected wines makes the event as much of a wine–tasting as a tapas party.
Take a casual decorating cue from Celia, and keep accessories earthy, the way it's done in the Spanish countryside. That means no fussy tablecloths, delicate glasses or fragile dishware. Instead keep outdoor decor simple and heavy duty. Serve – and even cook – in traditional clay cazuela dishes. With old–world authenticity, the red terra cotta of our Mezze serving set strikes the right rustic tone for the table. Offer guests simple white dessert plates that they can rinse and reuse, especially since paper plates don't wear well with constant refreshing.
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Serve your authentic recipes in the earthy, red clay vessels designed for them. The traditional terra cotta of our Mezze Entertaining Set brings to your tapas party a distinctly European appeal. Each hand-painted, glazed piece – tabouleh bowl, condiment set, chip and dip, appetizer plates and crudité platter – is designed to serve the ritual Mediterranean mezze of small–plate appetizers.
Full of weathered style, yet tough, light and affordable, Galvanized Metal is our favorite material for outdoor entertaining. Serve ice water and lemonade in the mini pitcher and use the double caddy for self–serve silverware. Designate the round trays for empty dishes and glasses. Our three–tiered stand saves space on a table laden with small plates.
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Let's face it, folks, Hillary Clinton lost the Democratic Party nomination to Barack Hussein Obama, a good campaigner and possibly a bigger liar than she was (though the jury is still out on that one). Now it's Hillary's chance, the year of the womyn, when the Democratic Party can slip the very first closeted gay woman into the White House as commander-in-chief and leader of the free world.
But wait...
Hillary has never demonstrably DONE anything constructive and her term as SECSTATE was not stellar. The e-mail scandal currently topping the news is only one. She is the Bitch of Benghazi too. I realize that doesn't matter because Barack Obama never had a straight job in his life and he was elected to the highest office in the land consecutively.
The Democratic Party has all of their eggs in one basket with Hillary Clinton's name on it -- unless poor, senile, perverted, old Uncle Joe Biden and Elizabeth (Fake Indian) Warren are viable alternatives.
The dark horse Democratic candidates like Jim Webb are not liberal enough for the Big Tent and may not appeal to the Democratic Party's base. SO if not Hillary? Who?
Biden's only claim to fame (besides groping women and being creepy) is keeping Barack Obama alive because NOBODY wants to hand him the nuclear launch codes.
Elizabeth Warren is known as being both a communist and a fake Indian...neither of which should bother the typical Obama/Democratic Party voter.
Here is a short list of the other Obama Administration's luminaries:
Lois Learner, IRS maven, proven to be willing to take one for the team. Would she be a good president of the ObamaNation? She'd likely be willing to keep up Barack's legacy of skulduggery.
Eric Holder, convicted of perjury and contempt before Congress --sure-- but when has that stopped a progressive vote? He's from Chicago for heck sakes.
John (Swiftboat) Kerry, couldn't get elected when he was up against George W. Bush, maybe it will be better this time. The fact that he's dumb as a box of rocks shouldn't deter voters from selecting him to be their leader.
Brian Williams, NBC Anchor, and war hero is looking for work. He is a Canadian, but the birth certificate thing would seem to be an easy fix.


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Duration: 4 Days (Advent season)
€ 195 p.p. in DB
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Duration: 4 Days (Advent season)
€ 195 p.p. in DB
all prices incl. VAT @ 19%
Enjoy a warm welcome in a 4 Star Hotel in Freiberg, with a schnapps "Grubenfeuer" that doesn't just warm the heart! In the evening, a hearty "Erzgebirge Menu" awaits you, with the finest specialities from the region.
Afterwards, our city guide steals you away on a fun-filled, torch-lit tour through the streets of Old Freiberg, decorated with traditional Christmas lights. Discover on your trip why so many windows are lit with figures of miners and angels...
Glittering – Gleaming – Galactic: Visit the terra mineralia, the largest and most beautiful mineral exhibition in the world , with over 3,500 exhibits in the historic ambience of Schloss Freudenstein (Freudenstein Castle).
Afterwards, enjoy a trip, with tour guide, through the romantic, snow-bejewelled Ore Mountains countryside to Seiffen, the "Village of Toys".
The day ends in true Christmas spirit with a visit to Freiberg's Christmas Market, one of the cosiest and most beautiful Christmas markets in Germany.
Day-trip to Dresden with a visit to the "Striezelmarkt" (Christmas Market) and a round-trip of the city, with plenty of free time for gift shopping!
It's time to bid Freiberg farewell. Perhaps in your suitcase (which our staff bring to the bus for you) you carry a souvenir of real Ore Mountains handcrafts, such as a miner, an angel or a "Räuchermann" wooden figurine incense burner.
3 Overnight Stays in DB with halfboard (three course menu) in one of our 4-star comforthotels in the heart of the city including welcome reception
Admission terra mineralia
ay-long guided trip to Dresden with city tour and visit to the Christmas Market
Half-day trip to Seiffen
Guided tour of Freiberg with a torch for each person
visit to Freibergs Christmas market
single room: add. € 36 p.p.
For every 21st paying guest one guest comes free!
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Municipality of Freiberg / Kultur-Stadt-Marketing
Schloßplatz 6
09599 Freiberg
Phone: +49 (0) 3731 273 662
Fax: +49 (0) 3731 273 656
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Schloßplatz 6
09599 Freiberg
Phone: 03731/ 273 664
Fax: 03731/ 273 665
What's the easiest way to Freiberg:
Discover with our qualified tour guides the historical old town core of Freiberg with over 500 designated buildings.
Municaplity of Freiberg / Kultur-Stadt-Marketing
Schloßplatz 6
09599 Freiberg
Phone: +49 (0) 3731 273 658
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Our annual convocation ceremony is one of the most important events of our academic year
This formal ceremony recognizes students who have or will earn their credential. The entire college comes together to create a great experience for our graduates at the Winspear Centre located in downtown Edmonton.
Enjoy these moments and memories from Convocations past.
Note: This video is about 1 hour, 22 minutes long.
Note: This video is about 1 hour long.


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When Will Taylor of Bright.Bazaar landed in Manhattan to start his #makeyousmilestyle US book tour this week, Justin Livingston of Scout Sixteen was there to show Will his favorite spots for a rainy afternoon in NYC.
Read on for Will's account of discovering Justin's need-to-know downtown locations, and get a local's perspective!
B Bar & Grill | 40 East 4th Street at Bowery
"Ducking out of the rain we made our first stop at B Bar for a bite to eat. We ensconced ourselves at a cozy booth and pursued the typographic menus as the rain lashed down against the windows. Yes, the cocktails and the food – I had an avocado BLT – were equally delicious, but the décor alone is reason enough to visit this stylish East Village eatery. Known as The Bowery Bar and Grill, I was intrigued to learn that the restaurant was converted from a Gulf Station in 1993 and led the way for the 'grit-to-glam' Bowery neighborhood revival."
John Derian | 6 East Second Street between 2nd Ave. and the Bowery
"Having stocked up on cocktails and carbs we hotfooted it through the rain a couple of blocks up to explore John Derian. With its warm, golden lighting and Aladdin's cave-like interior, the store was the perfect antidote to the driving wet winds outside. Justin and I explored the store, admiring John's decoupage plates, platters, paperweights, coasters and bowls – all of which are handmade in his studio in New York City. His eclectic mix of decorative accessories and personal furniture line is also joined by an assortment of vintage and antique imports, linens, stationery, lighting, and unique curios."
A. B. Biagi | 235 Elizabeth Street
"Knowing that yellow is my favorite hue, Justin kindly took me to see A.B. Biagi, a gelato shop that has the most charming bright yellow store front I've ever seen! A. B. Biagi is a fusion of traditional Italian gelato making with a taste of Brazil and was started because the owner Antonio Barros Biagi fell in love with gelato while growing up with his Italian family in the Brazilian countryside. I learned that the yellow façade is a nod to Brazil's national colors, while the interior design inside was inspired by Biagi's life in Sao Paolo and designed to recreate the warmth and comfort of a home kitchen. On a freezing NYC day, this was just what we needed! "
Maya Hayuk's Mural | Houston btwn Bowery and Elizabeth (far east on Houston, almost at 2nd ave.)
"Before jumping in a cab we made sure to swing by the breathtakingly bright mural by artist Maya Hayuks. Known for their symmetrical compositions, detailed patterns, and vibrant colors, Maya Hayuk's murals reference a variety of inspirations, from outer space views to traditional Ukrainian crafts and airbrushed manicures. Although based in Brooklyn, NY, Maya has painted her iconic outdoor murals all over the world, so I was excited to see one in person for the first time – this really is what I call make-you-smile style!"
Miansai | 33 Crosby St.
"As a fashion blogger, Justin has a little black book full of stylish stores in the city. He took me to see the Miami-based handmade accessories brand, Miansai, which has grown wildly from a single bracelet design in 2008. Alongside a tasteful edit of fashion accessories, from rope bracelets, watches and rose gold rings to leather tech cases, there's also a hot and cold tea bar. My warming lavender tea was the best cup of tea I've drank in years – given I'm British, that's saying something!"
Grom | 233, Bleecker Street (and Carmine)
"Can you tell Justin and I have a sweet tooth?! Well you soon will because we decided to make our second gelato stop of the day at Grom. This experience was extra sweet because we enjoyed our little pots of gelato (I went for pistachio and it was divine!) with a hot espresso poured over the top. The result was a hot and cold, sweet and bitter mix that worked a treat – a must try!"
Bubby's | 120 Hudson St
"We rounded out a fun afternoon of color hunting with cocktails and laughter at happy hour in Bubby's bar. I enjoyed a refreshing Village Green (vodka, fresh cucumber juice, lemon, mint) while Justin sipped on a Ginger Bourbon Smash (ginger infused bourbon, orange juice, lemon, Drambuie). It was the perfect way thaw off from a wet but oh-so-brilliant day exploring downtown NYC. Thanks, Justin!"
In Chicago or LA? Come celebrate with Bright.Bazaar and friends, and pick-up a signed copy of Will's book! And if you haven't already, subscribe to Front + Main for more city safaris to come.
Monday May 5th – Alaina Kaczmarski and Danielle Moss of The Everygirl celebrates with Will at west elm Chicago. RSVP here.
Thursday May 8th – Jonathan Lo of Happy Mundane celebrates with Will at west elm LA. RSVP here.
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Modify your hardware scan schedule
Use this command line utility to set the time and date on a client computer in order to run the hardware inventory whenever you choose.
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There may be a situation where you don't want hardware inventory to run immediately. For example, you may want to run it after a hardware upgrade is performed on a computer. This utility allows you to modify the client's hardware scan date and time in order to kick off the scan on a schedule you specify.
Note: This utility must be run from the command line. You can get the help screen for the utility by typing HWScanDate.exe by itself or by typing HWScanDate.exe /?.
Download SMS Installer script: 2056HWScanDate.ipf
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Thanks to Jack Nielson for the idea for this article.
Rod Trent, manager of myITforum.com and a Microsoft MVP, is an expert on Microsoft Systems Management Server. He has more than 18 years of IT experience -- eight of which have been dedicated to SMS. He is the author of Microsoft SMS Installer, Admin911: SMS and IIS 5.0: A Beginner's Guide and has written thousands of articles on technology topics.


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Acrylic on canvas, 30.5 x 40.5 cm, 2014.
From our house we have an unobstructed view of the sunset on every day of the year. In midwinter the sun sets over the middle of the uninhabited Tsoungria Island, tracks all the way along Skiathos, sidles onto the the Pelion and finally, on Midsummer Day drops down behind the mountains above Neochori, or thereabouts.
At that time of year the sun descends into a cauldron of flaming molten mountain and I tried to show that in this, the second of the sunset series.
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Village and Church NewsTHE PARISH MAGAZINE (Village & Church News) is delivered free each month to every house within the Mells Group of Parishes: Buckland Dinham, Chantry, Great Elm, Mells with Vobster and Whatley.
Besides church matters it publicises events and meeting times of various groups and clubs in the area. Letters from parishioners on relevant matters are also included and other contributions are welcome, space permitting. A "Contacts Page" provides contact information for Church personnel, County, Mendip District and Parish Councils, Police and Community Support Officers.Revenue is required to assist with printing costs and this, in the main, is generated by including advertisements from local trades-people, and also by donations from individuals.
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More than two dozen Shapleigh School students in grades five and six attended a Civil Rights Team Project student training workshop on Friday, December 1. Students that attended are part of Shapleigh's Civil Rights club, with club organizers Kelly Martin, Eva Diharce and Allison Le attending today's training at Congregation Bet Ha'am. The training focused on the themes of similarities and differences, with two important truths explored: we are different from each other in many ways, and in spite of these differences, we are all a lot alike.
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The Iditarod contenders might still follow the original 1,150 mile trail that was run a century ago, but it's going to be a completely updated race this March 5. Now, most teams are bringing high-tech outdoors equipment including custom-made sleds with adjustable runners for different types of weather conditions and GPS devices to track their progress, Reuters reports.
In addition to live tweeting, blogging and cell phone calls on their progress, it's easier than ever to keep tabs on the race. Alaska's General Communications (CGI), a telecommunications company, will live stream the coverage to subscribers over the Internet and to 130,00 cable viewers across the state.
"For us Alaskans, the Iditarod is a weeklong Super Bowl and delivering this year's race to the TV and PC is a key step in eventually offering a full 'TV Everywhere' service with live and on demand programming available for our subscribers on their TVs, PCs and mobile devices," said Greg Pearce, Vice President and General Manager of GCI's Business Services.
The race's official website will offer live broadcasts and video clips, in addition to more information about the race. Now, if only they offered a live puppy cam…
More on TIME.com:
YouTube May Be Streaming Live Sports By Second Half of 2011
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What Is Page Speed Optimization? – The 5 Main Factors
There has been a lot of interest in determining what is page speed optimization and our page speed optimization service ever since Google announced that page speed is indeed a ranking factor for websites in their search engine results. And there have been tons of articles published by both the web development and SEO community that try to make an already complicated process even more so. The purpose of this article is to define the term and provide you with some good resources to get you started doing this on your site yourself if you have a few hours on your hands.
What Is Page Speed Optimization?
Page speed is the measure of how long it takes a website to load from a hosting server onto a users' browser.
I could bedazzle you with tricky developer terms to make it sound more complicated, but it's really not.
The theory behind having a faster site is two fold.
First, as I already mentioned, Google publically came out and stated that page speed is a ranking factor. While the article says that fewer than 1% of the search queries are affected by page speed, we venture to say that that isn't exactly true.
All queries are affected by it.
One only needs to look at Google recent attempts to force Accelerated Mobile Pages on webmasters to understand how important they think this metric is. Especially considering how much emphasis they are putting on mobile accessible websites and features.
Second, users love fast websites, plain and simple.
KissMetrics created a wonderful infographic that contains several data points on why page speed is important.
This image below is a portion that we will use to emphasize the point that users want faster websites.
As you can see, the rate at which your page loads directly affects your bottom line in many ways.
Regardless if you are trying to gain increased rankings in the search results or looking to increase conversions, the loading speed of your website needs to be one of your top priorities.
5 Main Factors of a Fast Website
Step 1 – Pick a good host
If a website is running slowly this is the first place I start looking.
Recently, we had a client whose website was serving customers in Europe, however, their website was actually hosting in the United States.
After we did the optimization work, the site was loading at 1.23s from Dallas, great right?
Well, no actually, because the same testing tool showed the site was loading at over 4.45s from European servers.
The point here is, get a host that is located in the same country as your customers at the very minimum.
Also, cheaper doesn't mean better.
Neither does bigger.
I have used HostGator before to host sites, and their $5 a month hosting plans are very attractive. At least until you get any amount of decent traffic running on a regular basis.
Then you site slows because you are sharing so many resources with other users.
Eventually, it ends up being a lost cause.
These days I only recommend two hosting companies.
WPX Hosting: (formerly know as Traffic Planet Hosting) I recommend this host for people who no intention of adding a lot of content or doing a lot of changes to their websites.
This host actually ran this site for quite some time.
The only downfall I have with it is that the server administrators seemed to have the right to change things on our site. For example, they changed my cache settings that I specifically optimized to load my site in around 989ms because they thought they knew better.
In fact, it slowed my loading time to over 2.30s.
Needless to say, a hosting company changing settings on my websites without my permission didn't go over well so I moved my sites off their platform.
However, I still recommend them, and a lot of my clients are using them very happily as a result.
Their set up is very simple for people to use, regardless of knowledge level, which makes maintaining websites a snap.
Also, their support team is top notch.
I can't remember ever having an issue that they couldn't help me figure out.
The reason I recommend them for people who don't intend on changing a lot on their sites or adding content is because they turn off a lot of features a typical high-end host will have on anyway.
This isn't a bad thing, they do it for security reasons, which is another added benefit.
However, if you add, delete, or test a lot on your websites you need to have that stuff already there without having to submit a support ticket all the time.
LiquidWeb: This is by far my favorite hosting company.
It took me forever to move my sites over to LiquidWeb because the price point is a lot higher than most other companies.
However, once you actually get your sites on their servers and take advantage of their additional offers like moving your site for free for example, you will regret not doing it much sooner.
We use one of the Storm Platform VPS servers for our sites.
The benefit of this is that when we do a launch we can ramp up our resources instantly for the duration of the launch.
Then, when it's over, we can put the server back to normal.
It's a great benefit because it allows you to better manage your monthly costs.
Their support is hands down the best in the industry.
I have yet run into an issue that they didn't take the time to help me with, even if it was related to a feature on my site and not the server. They have this thing called "best effort" support for stuff like that, and it's just as good as if they were doing work on your server.
Step 2 – Research Themes
I have an addiction.
If you looked at the hard drive on my computer, I swear, you will find no less than 1000 different themes.
I know it is absolutely nuts, but it does have its purposes.
You see, not all theme developers are created equal.
Some themes are designed for a specific purpose by the developer and then they end up killing off the project.
In the meantime, they sold copies of it to a few hundred people who are now stuck with an outdated theme that has security flaws.
When looking for a theme you need to find one that not only fits your needs and skill level but one that is updated constantly.
Premium themes are well worth the investment and will save you a lot of headaches down the road.
Plus, if you have more than one website, you can use that same theme over and over again.
These premium themes have already gone through a lot of users and page speed is already considered when they code as well, making them much faster for users.
Step 3 – Image Optimization
First, only upload an image in the size that you need.
If your theme calls for an image that is only 800 X 800 there is no reason whatsoever to upload a 2540 x 2540 image.
Make it the right size before you upload.
There are some other things you can do with Photoshop or another image editing software, however, I won't go into those because unless your super retentive you'll just upload the image anyways.
Get an image optimization plugin.
WordPress comes with a ton of plugin options available but in my opinion, WP Smush Pro is the industry standard these days.
That wasn't always the case, EWWW Image Optimizer is a great solution as well, but the folks at WPMU put a lot of time into WP Smush Pro.
There is a free version, WP Smush if you are not going to be doing a lot of content which works well too.
There are several differences but the one you notice right off the bat is that free one limits you to 50 bulk images at a time.
In the Pro version, you can optimize ALL of your images.
We have had clients with as many as 3000 images, Pro really came in handy.
Step 4 – Cache Creation
There is a big debate amongst SEO and web developer professionals on which cache plugin is the best.
Let me end the debate by saying, it depends.
W3 Total Cache is the premier plugin for cache creation and overall WordPress page speed optimization, however, it can get complicated.
When I first started using it, I broke my sites several times, just learning what all the options do.
However, it may not be the best choice for you to use in every instance.
As an example, WP Rocket does an excellent job with sites hosted on LiquidWeb, it's set and forget.
However, on other hosts, W3 Total Caches beats WP Rocket hands down.
Then, there are times when neither works at all and Autoptimize is used.
My point is, there is no such thing as "the best" plugin when it comes to cache creation.
Your theme and host will typically dictate through trial and error which one is best for your specific situation.
Whichever you chose, you need to create a cache for your site.
In simple terms, a cache is a preloaded resource browser pull from of you site in such a way as to increase speed.
There are page caches, object caches, and database caches.
All work together to increase speed.
Step 5 – Combine CSS and JS
Finally, you need to apply minification to your website.
This includes your CSS and JS files on your theme and added by the plugins and you choose.
99% of sites break when applying minify using almost every optimization plugin and this can cause you a great deal of headaches.
W3 Total Cache makes it even more complicated because you can specify which files you want minified and which to exclude manually.
In the end, I highly recommend that if the default options don't work for you properly, just hire someone to do it for you.
We do WordPress page speed optimization for our clients and other agencies on a daily basis and still run into unique errors daily.
Page speed optimization can be a complicated process when looking at from the technical point of view. However, most website owners are not as technical as theme developers, hosting providers, and plugin creators. This leaves a large gap in between what we as developers know about the topic and what business owners know. Unfortunately, we typically didn't do a good job at bridging that gap, until now. If you follow the 5 steps to optimization you will accomplish your goal of creating a faster website.
If you don't want to bother learning this yourself and want our expert team to do the work for you, just click here: WordPress Page Speed Optimization Service


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ALM Busy Circuits - Akemie's Castle
Dual voltage controlled oscillator with authentic digital 4-operator FM using new-old-stock Yamaha ICs.Details
Each operator features individual control of level, frequency multiplier and waveform selection via potentiometers and CVs (!). Six selectable algorithms determine the interaction between operators and oscillators. Both oscillators have a feedback parameter and oscillator A offers a chord mode with voltage controllable inversion.availability ? ...€ 19% VAT excl. €449.58 € 19% VAT incl. €535.00
ALM Busy Circuits - Akemie's Taiko
The offspring of the Akemie's Castle and the Dinky's Taiko is a complete FM synthesis drum like voice which uses the same Yamaha FM chip as Akemie's Castle but with control and voicing more like a Dinky. It's also smaller, and cheaper but has only one voice, no chords and less precise FM control.
Its FM sounds are based around 6 algorithms with 2 or 4 operators and 64 waveform combinations. The direct control allows for quick and easy work andthe module offers plenty of interesting sounds: glassy, bell-like percussions, round basses or even rough stuff with strong digital character.Detailsavailability ? ...€ 19% VAT excl. €239.50 € 19% VAT incl. €285.00
ALM Busy Circuits - ALM-UT001
The adapter cable UT001 can be used to break out clock and run DIN Sync signals into mono mini jacks.Detailsavailability ? ...€ 19% VAT excl. €7.48 € 19% VAT incl. €8.90
ALM Busy Circuits - ALM-UT002
The UT002 is a MIDI-TRS adapter.Detailsavailability ? ...€ 19% VAT excl. €3.95 € 19% VAT incl. €4.70
ALM Busy Circuits - Beast´s Chalkboard
Dual octave switcher and voltage generator. For instance you can use this module to add a octave switch to a VCO that lacks one. On the other hand it can be used to transpose sequences by octaves or even as a buffered multiple.Detailsavailability ? ...€ 19% VAT excl. €105.04 € 19% VAT incl. €125.00
ALM Busy Circuits - Boss Bow Tie
Eight-way, bi-directional voltage controlled switch. It switches either one input to eight outputs or vice versa. Consider it a as the core of an A-152 but with added gating function for turning the switching process on and off.Detailsavailability ? ...€ 19% VAT excl. €125.21 € 19% VAT incl. €149.00
ALM Busy Circuits - Dinky''s Taiko
Dinky's Taiko is a rather experimental digital drum voice with a 12Bit resolution being processed by an fully analog EQ. The entirely voltage controllable sound source is a digital noise generator combined with a wavetable oscillator. Trigger inputs for accent and a choke function allow for rhythmical processing of the signal.Detailsavailability ? ...€ 19% VAT excl. €197.48 € 19% VAT incl. €235.00
ALM Busy Circuits - HPO
Do you have two HP left in your system? – Then why don't you get the HPO headphones amplifier? Clear, uncolored sound makes the module a great partner for nightly sessions. On stage, the HPO can be used as a stereo cue channel.Detailsavailability ? ...€ 19% VAT excl. €54.62 € 19% VAT incl. €65.00
ALM Busy Circuits - MCO
The MCO from ALM Busy Circuits is a very compact digital oscillator with a resolution of 16Bit/48kHz. The frequency range offers up to ten octaves, from 12Hz to 14kHz. Inspired from the 90s (Ensoniq, Kawai KX synths) it provides slightly crunchy digital sounds. The MCO features three outputs, including a morphing wavetable and a sub output. All parameters can be voltage controlled. Thanks to the hard sync input it can synchronise to another oscillator.Detailsavailability ? ...€ 19% VAT excl. €130.25 € 19% VAT incl. €155.00
ALM Busy Circuits - mmMIDI
The mmMIdi is a simple and compact MIDI to CV interface. On 4 TE the CV side offers two 1v/Oct, two Velocity and two Gate outputs. In addition, there is a 24 PPQN clock output and a run output which is high a gate as long as an incoming MIDI clock is playing. Ideal for playing two whole voices and other Eurorack sequencers and clock utilities. With the optional 3 TE wide mmT-expander, mmmMidi can be extended by eight additional gate outputs, e.g. to supply a drum section with triggers.Detailsavailability ? ...€ 19% VAT excl. €96.64 € 19% VAT incl. €115.00
ALM Busy Circuits - mmMidi Trigger Expander
The mmT module is connected to the mmMIDI-CV to Midi interface via the Expand socket. A suitable ribbon cable is included with the module.Detailsavailability ? ...€ 19% VAT excl. €79.83 € 19% VAT incl. €95.00
ALM Busy Circuits - Mum M8
Mum M8 is a low-pass with distinctive sound. It was modelled after the filter circuit known from the Akai S950 sampler. Compared to the original, the module offers various enhancements, including a resonance parameter, several CV inputs and an integrated VCA with clipping. Despite the new functions, the sound has remained classic. If you like classic drum & bass, jungle and breakbeat records, you'll love the Mum M8.Detailsavailability ? ...€ 19% VAT excl. €167.23 € 19% VAT incl. €199.00
ALM Busy Circuits - O/A/x2
An useful, small dual module featuring a bipolar attenuator and an offset generator per channel. Use it for editing CVs like changing phase, level and DC offset or for attenuating and mixing audio signals.Detailsavailability ? ...€ 19% VAT excl. €74.79 € 19% VAT incl. €89.00
ALM Busy Circuits - Pamela´s New Workout
Multichannel clock source, rhythm generator and LFO - Pamela's New Workout features eight outputs, which can emit clock signals as well as shapeable waveforms. By combining several channels, it is possible to create snappy beats. Humanize and swing parameters provide the right groove for every occasion. Lots of functions can be modulated. Thanks to the module's rewritten software and a new OLED display, handling the unit is as easy as with the predecessor. – Even though the functional range grew considerably.Detailsavailability ? ...€ 19% VAT excl. €209.24 € 19% VAT incl. €249.00
ALM Busy Circuits - PE-1
The PE-1 is a dual band parametric equalizer inspired by the EQs in early Tascam Portastudios. It has two inputs one of which has attenuation so it can also be used as a simple mixer. Sounds good and had s a variety of uses, be it for warming up digital sounds, for live performances or for tweaking feedback loops.Detailsavailability ? ...€ 19% VAT excl. €74.79 € 19% VAT incl. €89.00
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Expander module for Pamela's New Workout. The circuit adds MIDI and DIN Sync outputs as well as four gate connectors with fixed timing to the clock generator.Detailsavailability ? ...€ 19% VAT excl. €91.60 € 19% VAT incl. €109.00
ALM Busy Circuits - Pexp-2 / Px2
Expander module for Pamela's New Workout. The circuit adds a 3.5 mm MIDI jack with switchable wiring as well as run and x24 outputs to the clock generator.Detailsavailability ? ...€ 19% VAT excl. €71.43 € 19% VAT incl. €85.00
ALM Busy Circuits - Pip Slope
Super-compact yet powerful and snappy envelope generator featuring voltage control of time paramters, loop function, and alternative curve characteristics. More or less half of a function generator for low buck.Detailsavailability ? ...€ 19% VAT excl. €83.19 € 19% VAT incl. €99.00
ALM Busy Circuits - Quaid Megaslope
The Quaid Megaslope is a highly flexible five stage function generator. It can operate in three different modes: as a multistage complex envelope, inspired by the Juno and Casio CZ series, as an LFO (loop mode) or as a step sequencer (step mode) with per step programmable slides. There are two outputs, unipolar and bipolar, for perfect integration into your patch! Furthermore each stage features manual and voltage control of level and time.Detailsavailability ? ...€ 19% VAT excl. €234.45 € 19% VAT incl. €279.00
ALM Busy Circuits - S.B.G
S.B.G alias "Stompbox Gateway" is, as the name already indicates, a compact module for interfacing external effects with your Eurroack system.It provides both attenuation and amplification of audio signals for level matching together with a crossfade control to conveniently adjust the wet/dry mix of a processed signal. The module also offers regulation of outgoing CV signals for safer use of pedal expression inputs.Detailsavailability ? ...€ 19% VAT excl. €83.19 € 19% VAT incl. €99.00
ALM Busy Circuits - SID GUTS DELUXE
The SID GUTS DELUXE, an entire Eurorack synthesizer voice tailored around a SID sound chip* from the C64 computer, is the successor to the original SID GUTS module, with new features and inproved control. It has a main and a modulation oscillator, three waveforms and noise, an analog filter with four types and various cross modulation options. A perfect tool for friends of chiptune sounds!
*= A SID chip is not included and has to be sourced individually.Detailsavailability ? ...€ 19% VAT excl. €268.07 € 19% VAT incl. €319.00Excl. 19% VAT, Excl. shippingLieferzeit 1 Tag
ALM Busy Circuits - Squid Salmple
The ALM Squid Salmpler is an eight channel audio & CV sampler for Eurorack. It is designed for immediate real time sampling, editing and mangling. The module focuses on usability & instinctive operation thanks a user interface with minimal screen dependance & a fun, hands on experience. The Squid Salmple comes with a USB Stick containing approximately 90 banks of original carefully curated royalty free samples. This includes a wide range of sounds from classic drum machines & weird synths to field recordings & CV modulations. Thus the module is ready to be palyed out of the box!Detailsavailability ? ...€ 19% VAT excl. €377.31 € 19% VAT incl. €449.00
ALM Busy Circuits - Tangle Quartet
The Tangle Quartet contains four high-quality linear, bleed-free VCAs with low distortion and low noise.Details
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North Bay Stand Down in Dixon called a success
By Kimberly K. Fu/ email@example.com
Canopies fell, belongings packed and handshakes shared Thursday morning as military veterans wrapped the final day of the 12th annual North Bay Stand Down at the Dixon May Fair grounds.For the past three days, 260 veterans in need got aid at the event, from a hot meal to a health checkup to information on veterans benefits and myriad treatment programs to how to apply for other types of assistance.
"It's probably the best Stand Down we've ever had," said Jeff Jewell, Sacramento Vet Center director and Stand Down organizer. "We've had quite a few people who were inspirational."
So many volunteers came together to provide outreach, Jewell said, that the teamwork made the event a near-seamless undertaking. For example, when transportation became an issue due to the federal shutdown, Vacaville's City Coach and Mission Solano in Fairfield extended a helping hand. Funding issues, meanwhile, were eased by an $8,000 loan from Solano County and a $4,000 donation from American Legion Post 208.
"Everybody just seemed to be working together. Everybody's just calm," he said. "Everybody's coming up to me and saying they want to pay it forward. I tell them to go out and give to a veteran in need because it's the right thing to do."
Daniel E. Helix, director of men's ministries and services with Richmond-based Bay Area Rescue Mission, also called the event a success.
"North Bay Stand Down is probably one of the kindest stand downs in the country," he said. "They provide resources … with grace."
Helix brought 35 chaplains to the Stand Down to aid in lifting spirits and provide "help with anything." His team leaves with a handful of veterans, who will receive aid from his rescue mission (bayarearescue.org).
For Joni and Nathan Bragg of Sacramento, the Stand Down was an invaluable resource as well as an opportunity to give back.
"I always tell them, 'I don't need a hand out, I need a hand up,' " explained Nathan, a former Vacaville resident and an Army veteran who served in a K-9 Unit and as a military police officer. "It (the event) gives you an opportunity to rectify a lot of things that have gotten away — DMV, dental, haircuts. I got some dental done, got my vision done."
The camaraderie among participants is amazing as well, he continued. He met veterans from the Vietnam War — and even World War II. Everyone has a story to share, he said, and it's always fascinating. Meanwhile, he pointed out, while accepting resources, he's also provided some.
His contribution: his 4-year-old service dog, a miniature English bulldog named Mumzie.
"She's a mascot around here," said Joni, as participants and volunteers alike stopped by to pet the caramel-colored pup, who reacts when a seizure's about to happen and also alerts on other illnesses.
"She's a lifesaver," Nathan added. "I take her to convalescent homes and nursing homes. … The most grizzled veterans pet her."


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The 2011 Sturgis motorcycle rally ended earlier this month—the 71st anniversary Sturgis. Attendance at the 2011 rally was down from last year's, but not more than usual for a year after a big anniversary. This year's rally hosted more than 700 vendors, 50 vendors less than last year's. Among the vendors this year was Leatherup.com, and here we'll show you Part 1 of the many photos our staff took at the rally. Check Part 2 of 2011 Sturgis Photos, Part 3 of 2011 Sturgis Photos, Sturgis Motorcycle Rally 2011 Video, and Biker Girl Photos from Sturgis 2011.
Leatherup.com, the most popular online motorcycle store, offers motorcycle parts including Harley-Davidson exhausts, Harley-Davidson windshields, and Harley-Davidson mirrors.


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I have to thank my sister-in-law for this one. I finally have a picture of me in action!
And the park fox was so obliging....... my first photo of a fox!
Even though my energy fizzled out on me halfway through this trip, it was the best thing for me. Being out in beautiful nature exploring the wonders of the world. If I can do this for the rest of my life I will be a happy woman :)


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What is, "TreeHugger Is On Jeopardy," Alex.
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If you were watching Jeopardy last night, you might have had a particularly fun surprise when a contestant asked for Blogs & Bloggers for $400. Gawker was all excited about their inclusion in the show as the $1,600 question, and they showed the footage from the entire category. Surprise of surprise, TreeHugger was the first one on the video!
Though, the question seems a little easy, even for a $400 question -- after all, what color would a website like TreeHugger like best?
Still, it's fun to get a few seconds of prime game show spotlight!
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Well folks, it's been quite a week.
Sadly, my daytime blogging has been severely curtailed, but for good reason. After taking unpaid leave and spending an obscene amount of money on studying last year, I have finally been given the opportunity to work in a different section of our IT department. It's only temporary for the moment, while one of the lads is on leave for a month, but if I can pull it off then who knows what might happen in the future? In a nutshell, this job involves less brawn and more brain. Of course, the learning curve makes me feel like an ant embarking on a climb of Kilimanjaro but the stuff I learnt last year on my courses is coming back slowly but surely, and my boss seems quite happy to let me spend most of my day figuring stuff out, although I think I have been a little bit useful too.
And it is very cool to be thinking again, even though I was a little rusty at first!
On the down side I have moved into the desk beside my boss for the duration, so for the time being my blogging, emailing and internet surfing is being neglected.
Oh well, it's all about priorities...
Adding to my happy mood this week is the knowledge that in two days we're heading off to the Greek Islands for a week's holiday. Yippeeeeeeee!!!! So far only Crete and Santorini are the itinerary but we'll see what happens while we're there.
So at the moment even our wonderful Irish summer can't dampen my spirits - which is really saying something because today we were promised a high of 16 degrees ... yeah right!! It is cold and grey outside, the wind is howling at gale-force, and the rain hasn't stopped even for a minute the whole day.
Yep, this is what it looks like outside right now.
My shoe developed a leak on the way to work so I arrived with a soggy right foot and spent 5 minutes in the ladies' room with my sock billowing merrily under the hand dryer. Needless to say as soon as I put my sodding shoe back on the darn thing got wet again. Talk about a pointless exercise!
Oh well, look on the bright side - now I have a genuine excuse to buy a new pair of shoes :-)
Ah, there ya go, I just heard a weather report on the radio. "It's lashing with rain outside (no sh*t!) and will continue doing so for the foreseeable future (nice & specific, don't u think?) and it's 12 degrees." Twelve degrees! It's the middle of summer!!!!!
Haha, I don't care... two days from now I'll be in sunny Crete, woo hoo!!!
Speaking of which, now it's time for me to tear myself away from the computer (it's tough, but it has to be done!) so that I can give myself a pedicure. Gotta have pretty toes when visiting faraway sunny places ... to match the pretty shoes, understand?
I intend coming back with loads of photos to post on my blog, so then you can decide for yourselves if Santorini lives up to its reputation as one of the most beautiful places on earth.
Watch this space...
Thursday, July 28, 2005
Only 2 sleeps to go!
Well folks, it's been quite a week.
Posted by Terri at 5:57 PM
7 comments:
- Anonymous said...
Enjoy Greece!! You know of course that we, your faitfull readers, want to experience Greece vicariuosly through you... so lots of pictures and adventures is the name of the game.
"And its very cool to be thinking again.." - I had a good hearty laugh when I read this. Seems I am may be heading in the opposite direction.
- kyknoord said...
Ah Greece! The one place you can truly say, "It's all Greek to me". Remember to pack your factor 5 million sunscreen.
- kyknoord said...
Oh yes, I almost forgot. Whatever you do, don't refer to the locals in Crete as 'Cretins'. They take a dim view of this.
- Terri said...
Chitty: WOO HOO! I have 'faitfull' readers!! yay!!! I promise to tell u all about it when I get back. There's nothing like a bit of travelling to inspire me to write, so it's probably a good thing you seem to have more time on your hands at work these days.
KN: LOL! Cretins! ;-)
And yes 'Pa', I have sunscreen. And a BIG bottle of after-sun too.
- Underachiever said...
Well, have fun, while we all stand in the rain waiting for you to return(I'm so dramatic)
Bring me back a "My friend went to crete and all I got was this stupid shirt" shirt.
I'll be waiting.
- LiVEwiRe said...
I was all prepared to sulk because you are going to visit the 'Cretins' and I am not. Then I read about the soggy, billowing sock... they cancelled each other out. (And gave me quite a laugh.) Have a great time! =)
- Anonymous said...
Glad I found your blog. It is full of great information. I have a dental plans site as well. Hope you can visit!


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[SatNews] This week, nearly 500 climate experts, policy makers and representatives from space agencies and industry will join in the debate to identify how observations from current and future satellites will address the grand research challenges identified by the World Climate Research Program (WCRP).
According to EUMETSAT Director-General Alain Ratier, the purpose of the symposium "is to bring together scientists and space agencies to connect satellite observations to the climate challenges we are facing. This means not only to understand climate change but also to establish on the best possible scientific foundation the climate information services expected by decision makers," said Ratier.
The symposium will provide new inputs to the design of the global architecture for climate monitoring from space being established by the Committee on Earth Observation Satellites (CEOS) and the Coordination Group for Meteorological Satellites, in response to the needs of the World Meteorological Organization, the Global Framework for Climate Services (GFCS) and theGlobal Climate Observing System (GCOS). A number of high level speakers will open the symposium, including German State Secretary for Economic Affairs and Energy Brigitte Zypries, German Parliament Aviation and Space Group Chairman Klaus-Peter Willsch, WMO Secretary-General Michel Jarraud, and Group on Earth Observations (GEO) Director Barbara Ryan. Further key addresses will be given by WCRP Director David Carlson and Met Office (UK) Chief Scientist Julia Slingo.
The Climate Symposium 2014 is organised by the WCRP and EUMETSAT, with the support of the European Union, the European Space Agency, and the City of Darmstadt. Other sponsors are GFCS, GEO, JAXA, DLR, NOAA, CNES and NASA.
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WEDDING STYLISTAS: Candy Bar Cocktails
April 1, 2009
I have quite the sweet tooth. So imagine how happy I was to attend an event where I sampled a vanilla bean martini in a marbled chocolate cone. I savored it long enough to ask a few probing questions—and then have a second one. A New York-based catering company called Bar Candy is mixing up candy bar cocktails in flavors like vanilla bean, strawberry mousse, and cookies 'n cream, all served in edible chocolate swirl cups and sipped through pirouline cookie straws. Though Bar Candy only caters parties in the NYC area, they can ship the chocolate cones and glasses nationwide, and they'll send you the recipe for any of their custom candy/cake/cookie-tinis. Sweet! —Machell, Wedding Stylistas
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Bruce Gandy - Preparing Yourself for Competition [Vintage]
Bruce has competed at the top competitions in the world. In this class, he draws on that amazing experience and dives into how to best prepare yourself for competition. Bruce takes us through what is needed for optimal practice, rehearsal, and performance. He also walks through his list of how to deal with "nerves" on the day.
Date of Original Live Class: Wednesday, February 10th, 2016 at 7:00pm
Course Name: Special Events
Class Name: Preparing Yourself for Competition
Class Instructor: Bruce Gandy
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Fraser Island Adventure Tours conduct specialist Eco Tours daily to Fraser Island with a fleet of comfortable, modern, air conditioned 4WD tour buses – 5 buses in fleet – 17 pax each.
Touch on and appreciate Nature's magnificent paradox: seemingly endless golden beaches encompass towering hardwood forests; barren heathland, pristine rainforests, huge creeping sandblow deserts, crystal clear lakes, prehistoric ferns, mosaic coloured sands.
Enjoy an Aussie style BBQ lunch at beautiful Lake McKenzie where few can resist a "dip" in the crystal clear water. Morning and afternoon tea provided.
We are able to inform and educate our passengers in a relaxed/fun manner of its environmental treasures – "The Largest Sand Island in the World".
Our company specialise in charters from a small group of family or friends to larger groups including conferences, social/club outings, Christmas party's, educational school or university and special needs groups.
We have permits to visit other pristine areas on Fraser Island i.e. Lake Birrabeen, Eli Creek, Maheno Shipwreck.
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1. Question: Who can apply to have a Listed Status Club?
Answer: Any club, group or individual.
2. Question: Do you need a Committee structure?
Answer: No.
3. Question: Will the Kennel Club reduce its governance of fully registered clubs?
Answer: No, the KC is of the view that the current stipulations are the minimum necessary requirement to safeguard a club's membership.
4. Question: Will I/We be inspected by the Kennel Club?
Answer: No-The reference submitted by a local Dog Warden/Environmental Health Officer to confirm the safety and suitability of the premises/ground(s) being used for the purposes of dog training, will be the only inspection of the training venue. If you plan to hold a show, Field Officers will be sent as is the standard procedure for all KC licensed shows.
5. Question: Why are HTM shows that hold Kennel Club qualifiers called "Premier"?
Answer: A similar "Premier" type of show already exists in showing and Agility and it would be in keeping with current range of shows the Kennel Club has to offer.
6. Question: There are 2 different types of HTM shows, what do these entail and what are the differences?


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An individual was taken into police custody with a golden Buddha statue which has been excavated from an ancient stupa in Maha Oya- Akuloba police division on Wednesday (9).
The Buddha statue weighs 47 kg 900 g, Police Media sources stated.
The suspect was produced in Dehiattakandiya Magistrate's Court yesterday (10).
Mahaoya police seized a stolen golden Buddha statue few days ago at Thepalpola, Thekkawatee area. Police are to display in front of the Buddha shrine in the Mahaoya police station on the 10th the golden Buddha statues and other religious items which were seized on two occasions.
Mahahoya police station is frequented by a large crowd to pay homage to the golden Buddha statues.