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Shanti Majhi's house - better than concrete!
The story of Shanti Majhi
Born into poverty, a mother of four and an earthquake victim - Shanti Majhi has now taken matters into her own hands. This is the story of her hardship, determination and joy in rebuilding an Earth Brick home for her family
Shanti, like many women born into poverty, was married and became a mother at young age. She lives in Majhigaun, a poor village suffering from social issues such as lack of education, hopelessness and alcoholism. Their situation was further worsened by the earthquake, turning family homes into rubbles and forcing them to live under tarps. When Build up Nepal came to Majhigaun Shanti, like many others, wished to have a new home. She was filled with joy when she heard the opportunity that Build up Nepal would support them to build their houses. Along with seven other families they agreed to do all the labor themselves. A few days later, they started training with Build up Nepal.
"It was the most difficult work I ever did in my life but it was satisfying to feel that I was capable to make my own bricks and build my house by myself. So, it felt good at the end of the day despite my body ached."
Shanti started getting up before sunrise – every morning – to take care of her children, in-laws and cattle, before starting producing Earth Bricks for her new house. She shares her stories of hardship as she decided to build her family a new home.
"It was summer when we started so we had to work under the scorching hot sun. Resting for few minutes and drinking water before getting back to work."
While building the house there were spectators coming by. Many were curious but Shanti also recalls people passing harsh comments. She felt hurt but she knew that those who passed the comments had no idea about Earth Bricks. She continued building and told them to wait until the house was finished…
"The time we installed the roof and painted the last corners I felt so satisfied. I was happy that I built the house by my own hands. After living under tarps for almost two years it was now so nice to have a comfortable home."
The people who once passed harsh comments was now admiring the house. Shanti laughs as she says, "Our house looks identical to a brick house, only it's much better". It is a great joy to see the people who build their own homes and now enjoy living in it. Remembering the earthquake and the following hardships puts Shanti at unease – the scorching hot summer, the rain, storms and the numbing winter, making their situation close to unbearable.
"Seeing our house turned into rubble, living under a tarp, building my own house and now living in it has been a story of hardship but also joy. I am proud that I had the strength and guts to attempt it and was able to build a home for my family."
Just like Shanti, the other seven families are also trying to adapt to their new situation. Each family have their own set of challenges but they surely also look content. They have successfully built new safe and comfortable houses and now the process to make them into their homes is still going on…


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Welcome!Thank you for visiting my studio website. I tailor each lesson to the interests and needs of all students of various ages and ability levels, from the earliest beginner to the most advanced pianist:
- Beginning pianists will learn how to read music (notes and rhythm), play with proper technique, and learn a variety of fun repertoire.
- Students interested in improvisation/jazz will learn how to read chord charts and play some of the great jazz classics of the modern era. Music theory will be a primary focus for these students.
- Accompanists will learn how to follow a conductor and play as a partner with the instrumentalists/choir. Students are encouraged to bring music from their schools to practice with me at their lesson.
- Advanced classical pianists will delve deeply into the various nuances of music literature. A focus of technique through scales and finger work will be paramount in this level of musicianship.
I look forward to building relationship with both you and your student as we explore the world of music together. As a mother of 2 young children, nothing brings me more joy than to witness children, teens, and adults find success through music.

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Hello everyone!
The Rovaniemi Marathon is organized by Lapland's long-distance running club – the Arctic Marathon Club. Members have travelled to marathons throughout the world and would now like to offer other international runners a unique marathon experience on their home turf – Rovaniemi, the capital of Finnish Lapland.
The heart of the marathon has always been top-notch services for runners. This year's event caters to a range of distances and styles (mini-marathon, 5K, 10K, HM and FM) and features a flat course that offers good finishing times for those out to set a new PR. The start and finish are near Lordi Square – the heart of town and mere steps from your hotel and a shower.
Santa Claus himself will be firing the starting gun, sending you south past the city's cultural and administrative center – the work of Alvar Aalto – onto a route treating you to a suburban panorama that is never far from the Kemijoki River, Finland's largest. The route has water stations every 4 to 5 kilometers.
At the finish every runner gets a meal and a chance to cool off with a dip in the river or the city pool. Admission to the pool – also no more than a short walk from the finish line – is free for runners. The three best runners in each series will receive prizes.
Rovaniemi Marathon Organizing Committee
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New Zealand's South Island is larger than its sister island in the north, but less densely populated. Because of this it has become a haven for those seeking to experience some of the world's most spectacular scenery without the chaotic, touristy bustle that you might expect, and that it definitely justifies. The landscape of much of the South Island was made famous in recent years following the film adaptation of Tolkien's Lord of The Rings trilogy, but there is plenty more to see and do besides what was included in Frodo's adventures. Here's my list of the top destinations in South Island...
1.Visit Christchurch
New Zealand's second largest city is affectionately referred to as the gateway to the South Island, whilst also being an official departure point for a number of Antarctic expeditions. To dismiss Christchurch as a mere stepping stone though, would be a big mistake. Despite suffering a series of terrible earthquakes in 2011, out of the ongoing rebuilding process a modern, vibrant and creative Christchurch is beginning to blossom.
2. Witness the Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers
The South Island's west coast is home to New Zealand's Glacier Country. The two most popular glaciers are the Fox and the Franz Josef which, aside from offering countless opportunities for icy adventure, provide a stunning, world renowned backdrop for any activities that you do decide to do. The glaciers can be found in the Westland Tai Poutini National Park, and a guided trek on either (or both!) is highly recommended. To take your trip that little bit further, consider a helicopter tour.
3. See one of the New Zealand's stunning lakes
Just west of Queenstown, Lake Wakatipu is the third largest lake in New Zealand, and is bordered spectacularly on all sides by dramatic peaks. A kayak trip on the lake is a fantastic way to appreciate the landscape, whilst there are also plenty of hiking trails that skirt around the water's edge. Alternatively, Lake Tekapo is a few hours south-west of Christchurch, and as well as being ridiculously picturesque, offers the chance for keen stargazers to look up with wonder after sunset within what is a UNESCO Dark Sky Reserve.
4. Spot the Sealife in Kaikoura
Kaikoura is a small, charming east coast town with a big reputation for whale watching. Various agencies provide trips all year round, giving you the chance to spot some enormous marine mammals whilst staying dry in the process. Daily tours can be taken by boat, whilst those seeking a little more adventure can take to the skies in a plane or helicopter. For an incredible spectacle that doesn't even require leaving dry land, check out the seal pups playing in the nearby Ohau waterfall.
5. Visit Milford Sound
Utterly captivating and deceptively named, Milford Sound is not a second hand record store, but in fact New Zealand's best known and most breathtaking fiord. Located in the Fiordland National Park, Milford Sound runs for 16km until it reaches the open ocean, and is one of several fiords which can be hiked, kayaked or simply appreciated.
6. Take the plunge with Deep Canyon at Lake Wanaka
If sitting back and admiring the scenery leaves you wanting a more extreme type of adventure, look no further than Deep Canyon, Wanaka- New Zealand's top canyon guiding company. They specialise in a variety of outdoor activities, including waterfall abseiling, climbing and diving. Many of the trips start with a helicopter drop off amongst Lake Wanaka's surrounding wilderness, ensuring an unforgettable experience in some of the country's most unspoilt locations.
7. Enjoy six of New Zealand's nine Great Walks
Walking enthusiasts visiting South Island are spoilt for choice when it comes to choosing one of the many famous routes to hike. Of the country's premier tracks and trails, six are found on South Island, namely the Milford, Routeburn, Kepler, Rakiura, Heaphy and Abel Tasman Coastal tracks. Each offers a unique, enchanting perspective on a different part of the South Island, and some take a long as a week to complete.
8. Seek some thrills in Queenstown
At the centre of New Zealand's adventure tourism is the city resort of Queenstown, which attracts adrenaline junkies and more casual visitors from the world over. There is plenty to do, including skiing, bungee jumping, fishing and skydiving, all which are all available on several nearby mountains and Lake Wakatipu. Just in case you hadn't noticed the recurring theme by now, all of these activities take place against a backdrop of spectacular alpine views, in this case the aptly named 'Remarkables', as well as the pristine blue waters of Lake Wakatipu.
9. Wander along the coastline in Abel Tasman National Park
Arguably New Zealand's finest coastal region is found in the National Park at the top of South Island. Abel Tasman has the more hours of sunshine all year round than anywhere else in New Zealand, making it a great destination in any season. Take a hike along the golden sands, but be wary of the area's famously large tidal ranges, which have been known to leave many a visitor surprised. And wet.
10. Drink!
New Zealand is widely appreciated as producing some of the world's finest wines, and there are several wine regions on the South Island alone. A must visit, or taste, is the wine from the Neudorf Vineyards in the north of the Island, who produce internationally acclaimed pinot noir, and welcome wine tourists all year round for tasting and other special events.


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WASHINGTON (CBSNEWS.COM) – The National Security Agency currently is collecting the telephone records of millions of U.S. customers of Verizon under a top secret court order, Britain's Guardian newspaper reported Wednesday.
The order was granted by the secret Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court on April 25 and was good until July 19, the newspaper said. The order requires Verizon, one of the nation's largest telecommunications companies, on an "ongoing, daily basis" to give the NSA information on all telephone calls in its systems, both within the U.S. and between the U.S. and other countries.
The newspaper said the document, a copy of which it had obtained, shows for the first time that, under the Obama administration, the communication records of millions of U.S. citizens were being collected indiscriminately and in bulk, regardless of whether they were suspected of any wrongdoing.
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Monthly Archives: October 2013
Tahlia / Newborn Photographers Saskatoon
This little precious girl was so amazing for her session and so was mommy and daddy.. When everyone works together some amazingness happens!
Very pumped with what we got!!
Another Favorite Family / Family Photographers Saskatoon
I have been enjoying photographing this family for almost 5 years and had begun to wonder if they were going to call this year as I hadn't heard anything… Then mom did and I was happy lol!
Fall Family / Saskatoon Family Photographers
The lighting was perfect… the location was perfect.. the family was perfect!
What more can I ask for?
Ryann / Saskatoon Children's Photographer
This little girl is so adorable! And she is so great at posing already..
I really enjoyed our time together!
One of My Favorite Families! / Steinbach Family Photographers
Anyone who knows me really well knows that me and tummy issues don't mix very well at all lol..
I will run in a very quick manner away from it… When we met to start our session it looked like the oldest wasn't feeling too well..
We made our arrangements to shoot at the museum and he...
Brianna and her niece too! / Steinbach Children's Photographers
I got the opportunity to go to Manitoba for my parents 50th anniversary and also got to shoot a couple of sessions while I was there!
Now I am playing catch up on my blogging!
Lovey Session Maya / Saskatoon Children's Photography
It was so enjoyable doing this session with this little girl.. Her and her brother were so well behaved and listened so well!
We did this session in Kindersley!
Benji / Saskatoon Newborn Photographer
This session was perfect in every way! We got amazing shots inside and we got a wonderful opportunity to go in a wooded protected area outside.. it is rare to be able to have a session with a new baby outside.. The weather has to be just right to do it!
Another Sweet Baby On Its Way! / Saskatoon Maternity Photographers
Another baby coming really soon! Can't wait for this wonderful time!
I love this direction of posing that I want to head with maternity photography…


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The administration officials however maintained that stamp duty will be hiked to 7 percent but only after notification. Notably TOI had first reported that the UP cabinet has approved hiking of stamp duty on homes by 2% in all cities, including Noida and Greater Noida. This will put an extra Rs 1-2 lakh burden on each buyer, while the revenue department expects to earn an additional Rs 100 crore. With thousands of flats routinely delivered late in Gautam Budh Nagar, especially those affected by the Okhla Bird Sanctuary (OBS) row, it will be a double whammy for many home buyers. Angry buyers accused a nexus between Noida Authority, developers and district administration for their misery. Developers said the decision will negatively impact GB Nagar real estate.
By issuing press release, additional district magistrate Rajesh Yadav said, "We have not received any notification or communication regarding stamp duty hike in Gautambudh Nagar. There is no need to panic. Registration will take place as per schedule. If any change, it will be communicated well in time." Yadav however maintained that stamp duty hike can take place anytime.
Meanwhile people are in hurry to get the registration of their properties done. Some government officials have advised home buyers and developers, to use section 23 of The Registration Act, 1908, which empowers home buyers to avoid stamp duty hike, with some riders. Section 23 of the registration act, 1908 cites, "Time for presenting documents, no document other than a will shall be accepted for registration unless presented for that purpose to the proper officer within four months from the date of its execution: Provided that a copy a of a decree or order may be presented within four months from the day on which the decree or order was made, or, where it is appealable, within four months from the day on which it becomes final."


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I know it is #TeaTuesday but I don't have any new tea right now. So, I will talk about something you might have heard of, Instagram Makeup or Instagram Beat. No, Instagram did not launch its own makeup line -- that would be kind of cool, kind of funny at the same time -- but Instagram Makeup refers to flawless, layers of product, not practical everyday makeup.
I see a lot of women complaining about the makeup looks they see on Instagram and how they are not very practical. The truth is, these looks are not meant to be practical. They are form of artistic expression for these young women and men to show the world their makeup skills.
Snatched 💁🏻#motd Makeup details : Brows @anastasiabeverlyhills brow definer in Ebony, Eyes: - glitter @urbandecaycosmetics in AMP - shadows - @anastasiabeverlyhills @nicoleguerriero Glow Kit in " Forever Lit " as eyeshadow on the lid, ( outer corners ) @kyliecosmetics Royal peach pallete, - eyeliner @urbandecaycosmetics long wear liquid eye liner in Perversion, Lashes @lillylashes in " Twin Lash " use my code " laura " to save, Waterline @marcbeauty matte eye crayon in Deja Blue, Lips @gerardcosmetics liquid lipstick in Bare it all, Foundation @tartecosmetics Amazonian Clay full coverage foundation in Medium beige, Contour @tartecosmetics palette, Concealer @tartecosmetics shape tape in Light Medium, Blush @tartecosmetics Exposed Highlight @anastasiabeverlyhills @nicoleguerriero Glow Kit in Glow Getter and Daydream, Nails @laurag_143 nail polish in Pink Champagne, #makeup #anastasiabeverlyhills #tartecosmetics #laurag_143 #urbandecay #brian_champagne #brows #wakeupandmakeup #topknot #hair
They know these makeup looks are not work-friendly for a regular 9-to-6 (you know employers don't pay for your lunch breaks) job. They know these makeup looks are not feasible for a basic weekend. These looks are for when you want to be extra. Whether it be a for a date, event, girl's night out, or just to make yourself happy, Instagram Makeup is for those special or extra moments when you do you.
Now stop complaining about Instagram Makeup and just appreciate it for what it is. Something pretty or interesting to look at and maybe experiment with.


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Let me tell you about two video games.
You may have heard of them. I don't know who you are or what you know. Here goes, anyway:
Tormentor X Punisher is out now on PC. This looks like heavy metal Smash TV. If you don't like foul language and violence, this ain't for you. Same goes for this post.
TxP's gameplay trailer shows it to be a fast-paced, carnage-filled dodge fest. Everything dies in one hit, including you, including bosses. When you're reloading, you're still shooting (switching between machine gun and shotgun). And it all takes place on the planet Fuck You.
I linked the gameplay trailer. I shall embed the launch trailer, and then let us discuss.
I. love. this.
Intense badassery aside, this is pure storytelling. It reminds me of Demon's Souls — hear me out. Demon's Souls begins like this:
"On the first day, man was granted a soul, and with it, clarity. On the second day, upon Earth was planted an irrevocable poison; a soul-devouring Demon."
Awesome. Beautiful. What more do you need? 1) Soul, clarity. 2) Poison, demon. Go!
It's not like it's lacking anything. It's a good story. I feel the same way about TxP. 1) Demons make me mad. 2) Found me some demons. "LET'S FUCKING DO THIS!"
WHAT MORE DO YOU NEED? Also it looks hilarious and the artwork in that trailer is wicked.
Okay, so there's that.
Next: The Swords of Ditto.
It's not out until early next year, but it will be on PC and PS4. It's got Devolver Digital's name attached to it so right off the bat I have high hopes. It's developed by onebitbeyond.
A live gameplay debut will be broadcast on Twitch on Monday, June 12, at 7pm CST, but for now, a reveal trailer will have to do. I'm curious to see how the game handles player deaths. Every time you die, a new legend begins, with a new hero. Apparently, each success and failure is recorded, and impacts the game. The way characters 'take up the sword' in the reveal trailer makes me think of Rogue Legacy's heir system but I'm really not sure if that's how it works in Ditto. One thing I do know is you can find your fallen hero's corpse and loot it.
There's a co-op mode, but there's definitely a boxy robot character in that trailer that makes me wonder if it's going to be like co-op in Enter the Gungeon, in which second player is quite limited. There's a not-so-boxy, not-a-robot friendly character in that trailer, too, though, so I don't know what to think.
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Bear Pepper Spray: Bear Defense Spray
How To Survive A Black Bear Attack
From: U.S. Forest Service
Bears have a natural fear of humans. This fear helps them survive up to 15 years in the wild.
Our national forests are a refuge for wild animals, including dangerous animals like bears, alligators and poisonous snakes. Wild animals can be upset by human presence and can unexpectedly become aggressive. Do not give them a reason or an opportunity to attack. Always keep your distance. Your safety is your responsibility.
Avoid Attracting Bears
Backcountry Travel
Special Considerations for Bear Country. When traveling in bear country the disposal of garbage takes on a new significance.
The primary concern here is safety, both for the visitor and for the bear.
- Personal safety is the first priority; a bear can be a very dangerous animal if provoked or habituated to humans. Habituated means the bear is comfortable or used to be being around humans.
- Safety of the bear is also a concern. Once a bear is habituated to people, usually because it associates people with food, it can rapidly become a problem bear and will have to be dealt with actively, sometimes at the expense of its life.
- Though black bears present less of a threat to the personal safety of backcountry visitors than grizzly bears, the potential for personal injury does exist and preparations should be taken.
- Hang food and strong smelling items at least 10 feet off the ground between trees and 4 feet away from the trunks of the trees.
- Messy kitchens and food odors can attract bears.
- Kitchens should be placed at least 100 feet from tent sites and, if possible, near streams or rivers. A conscientious low-impact camper always keeps a clean camp whether there are bears in the area or not.
- If you suspect bears are in the area, all food, items with strong odors (toothpaste, bug repellent, soap, etc) and trash food must be kept at least 100 feet from tent and kitchen sites and hung at least 10 feet off the ground between trees and 4 feet away from the trunks of the tree or limbs. (Or use special food storage boxes and cable systems if available.)
- Even with this preparation, black bears, who are adept at climbing, may still reach your food.
- Bear resistant canisters can also be carried. These canisters are made from a strong ABS polymer with smooth sides and rounded edges so bears have nothing to grip onto. Stainless-steel locks are easy for humans to open with a coin or screwdriver.
- Food brought to your tent invites danger to your sleeping area and;
- Food left in your pack may result in a destroyed pack as the bear searches for the source of food odors.
- Do not cook or store food in or near your tent (food odors on tent or gear may attract a bear.)
- If a bear approaches, frighten it by yelling, banging pans together, or throwing rocks.
- Do respect bears and admire them from a distance.
- Pack out trash -- don't bury it.
At Campgrounds and Picnic Areas
- Keep a clean site by properly disposing of:
- All garbage, including fruit rinds and cores.
- Aluminum foil (even from grills) that has been used to cook or store food.
- Plastic wrap and bags that have stored food.
- Cans and jars that are empty.
- Pick up food scraps around your site.
- Never leave food or coolers unattended (unless inside a vehicle or hard-sided camper).
- Wipe down table tops before vacating your site.
- If a bear approaches your site, pack up your food and trash. If necessary, attempt to scare the animal away with loud shouts, by banging pans together, or even throwing rocks and sticks at it. If the bear is persistent, move away slowly to your vehicle or another secure area.
- Do not feed or toss food to a bear or any wild animal.
- Keep children close at hand.
- Keep pets indoors or in a vehicle or camper.
- Do not approach a bear--they may be dangerous. If it changes its natural behavior (feeding, foraging, or movement) because of your presence, you are too close.
- Never surround or corner a bear.
- Never run from a bear -- back slowly away and make lots of noise.
- Encourage others to follow these instructions.
- In the extreme case that you are attacked by a black bear, try to fight back using any object available. Act aggressively and intimidate the bear by yelling and waving your arms. Playing dead is not appropriate.
Let someone know where you are going and when you plan to return.
- Read all signs at the trailhead.
- Hike in a group, keep children close at hand.
- Make your presence known (call out).
- Hike during daylight hours and stay on the trail.
- Avoid taking pets, they may attract bears to you.
- Watch for bear signs: scat, claw marks, diggings, logs or stumps torn apart, etc.
Cabins and Residential Areas
- Never leave unattended food or garbage outside.
- Do not feed birds between April and November.
- Do not leave pet food outside (especially overnight).
- Bear-proof bee hives, compost piles, and gardens with electric or chain-link fence.
- Do not leave food as bait for any animals or leave food scraps on the ground.
- If a bear approaches, move your family and any food indoors immediately.
Bear Facts
Bears are omnivorous, meaning they eat animals and plants. Their natural diet is mainly vegetarian and includes leaves, berries, nuts, grasses, roots, insects, fish, carrion and occasionally mammals such as deer. Bears have insatiable appetites and require large quantities of food.
- Black bears have a flat, "Roman-nosed" profile and no pronounced shoulder hump.
- Bears generally avoid humans. However, a hungry bear will enter a backyard or campground if lured by the smells from food or trash. Bears are natural scavengers. They will remember an easy source of food and will keep returning if food is available.
- Bears' sense of smell and hearing are far superior to humans and their eyesight is at least as good.
- Bears are fast. A bear can run 60 percent faster than the world's fastest sprinter.
- Bears are strong. They have been known to pry open car doors and windshields in search of food.
Although black bears rarely attack, they are powerful animals and are capable of injuring or killing humans. These steps may be helpful if you encounter a bear.
- If you see a bear in the distance, make a wide detour or leave the area.
- Do not feed or toss food to a bear, or any other wild animal.
- Pick up children or put them on your shoulders.
- Never approach bears - they are dangerous wild animals. If a bear changes its natural behavior because of your presence, you are too close.
- Give a bear plenty of room to pass, and it usually will.
If a bear approaches you:
- Don't run.
- Drop your backpack and then,
- Back away slowly.
- Face the bear, but don't look directly into its eyes.
- Keep it in sight.
- Make yourself look bigger by waving your arms and yelling.
- Make lots of noise and stomp your feet.
Remember, you can't outrun a black bear. They are extremely fast on the ground or climbing a tree. Warning signs of an attack include: a steady glare; ears laid back; smacking of the jaws and stomping of the front feet.
If the bear attacks, fight back with anything available. Act aggressively. Throwing rocks or hitting a bear with large sticks has been effective some cases.
Respect Wildlife
Learn about wildlife through quiet observation.
- Do not disturb wildlife or plants just for a "better look". Observe wildlife from a distance so they are not scared or forced to flee. Large groups often cause more damage to the environment and can disturb wildlife so keep your group small. If you have a larger group, divide into smaller groups if possible to minimize your impacts.
- Quick movements and loud noises are stressful to animals. Travel quietly and do not pursue, feed or force animals to flee. (One exception is in bear country where it is good to make a little noise so as not to startle the bears) In hot or cold weather, disturbance can affect an animals ability to withstand the rigorous environment.
- Do not touch, get close to, feed or pick up wild animals. It is stressful to the animal, and it is possible that the animal may harbor rabies or other diseases. Sick or wounded animals can bite, peck or scratch and send you to the hospital. Young animals removed or touched by well-meaning people may cause the animals parents to abandon them. If you find sick animals or animal in trouble, notify a game warden.
- Considerate campers observe wildlife from afar, give animals a wide berth, store food securely, and keep garbage and food scraps away from animals. Remember that you are a visitor to their home.
- Allow animals free access to water sources by giving them the buffer space they need to feel secure. Ideally, camps should be located 200 feet or more from existing water sources. This will minimize disturbance to wildlife and ensure that animals have access to their precious drinking water. By avoiding water holes at night, you will be less likely to frighten animals because desert dwellers are usually most active after dark. With limited water in arid lands, desert travelers must strive to reduce their impact on the animals struggling for survival.
- Washing and human waste disposal must be done carefully so the environment is not polluted, and animals and aquatic life are not injured. Swimming in likes or streams is OK in most instances but in desert areas, leave scarce water holes undisturbed and unpolluted so animals may drink from them.
- Pack It In, Pack It Out.This common saying is a simple yet effective way to get backcountry visitors to take their trash home with them. There is no reason why people cannot carry out of the backcountry the extra food and packing materials which they carried in with them in the first place. Though most trash and litter in the backcountry is not significant in terms of the long term ecological health of an area, it does rank high as a problem in the minds of many backcountry visitors. Trash and litter are primarily social impacts which can greatly detract from the naturalness of an area.
- Reduce litter at the source. Much backcountry trash and litter originates from food items. Perhaps the easiest way to practice the principle of Pack it In, Pack it Out is to plan ahead and prepare. It is possible to leave most potential trash at home if you take the time to properly prepare food supplies. Reduce the volume of trash you have to pack out and save weight by repackaging solid food into plastic bags and liquids into reusable containers.
- Another good idea is to keep your menu simple: For short trips, consider not taking a stove and taking only food that requires no cooking. This significantly reduces backpack weight and excess food packaging taken into the backcountry.
- Your first preference for dealing with trash should be to pack it out. Much trash is non able and not all outdoor settings are acceptable for building fires. Areas are often closed to fires due to high fire hazards or excessive campsite damage. Some areas, such as desert settings, are impractical for fires due to the scarcity of firewood.
- Under no circumstance should food scraps be buried! Discarded or buried food scraps becomes attractive to small animal life which live in the area. It is common to see chipmunks, ground squirrels, and various species of birds gathering around camp kitchens. These camp robbers have become habituated to campers as a food source. Human food is not natural to wild animals and their natural feeding cycles and habits have become disturbed. A contentious no-trace camper always keeps a clean camp.


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Do you want a game that is easy to learn and really doesn't require a lot of thinking while you play it? Well then Split is the perfect game for you. It's basically a game of making matches, but the key is the type of matches that you make (more like how I scourged for my new amazon tactical flashlight). My wife and I find this a fun game to play when we visit other friends who have kids because it's a game where it does not matter if you get interrupted in the middle of it to feed a baby or change a diaper.
The game is a set of playing cards, well sort of….. each card is actually just half of a playing card. You need to match it with another half to make a match and score points. All matches must be of the same rank, you can't match a 4 and a 6 in other words. A weak match is if you match two cards which are different colors, a strong match is if you match two cards of different suits but the same color. Finally, a perfect match is a match of the same suit. On your turn you can either play a match from your hand, or you can upgrade an opponent's match therefore stealing the match from them (i.e. make a weak match a strong or perfect match, or make a strong match a perfect match). For each type of match you get you have the options to do another action.
If you make a weak match you are allowed to trade any of your matches for one of your opponents matches (you can only trade a weak match for a weak one, strong for a strong, or perfect for perfect), as you accumulate more matches of the same rank your score increases. Also some matches are worth more than others, so this is why stealing can be a good strategy. If you make a strong match, you have the option of drawing another card at the end of your turn. Finally, if you make a perfect match, you can tell one of your opponents of your choice to color in one of their negative scoring circles.
The game ends when one player can discard their remaining card. At the end of the round you total up your matches and score them appropriately on the scorecard. When scoring it doesn't matter if they are a weak, strong, or perfect match. You are also penalized for each card you have left in your hand by coloring in a negative scoring circle. After three rounds the game ends, and you total up your points to see who is the winner.
As I said, this is a relatively simple game to learn and play. You can play it with starts and stops for breaks if there are distractions where you are playing. There is some strategy to the game, but it is not so intense it will give you a headache. This is the perfect game for a light relaxing evening, and the good news is you should have no trouble finding this game for under $8!!


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This has been an important year for migraine research and new migraine treatments. In 2015, we've also focused much needed attention on partnering with our doctors for more successful treatment and the importance of maintaining hope. As the year draws to an end, all of us at HealthCentral are looking back and featuring some of 2015's most significant content.
People often ask me the "secret" behind my migraine management success. One "secret" is that the success of my migraine management regimen fluctuates. Sometimes, treatments stop working; sometimes, I've had to reduce the dosage or stop taking them because of other health issues. Members of the HealthCentral staff helped Dr. Watson and me share my story and how we work together as true treatment partners. Dr. Watson and I both hope that sharing our story will help others form and strengthen successful partnerships with their doctors.
Decade of Progress in Migraine Research Marks Better Care
This article is based on a journal article by Dr. Peter Goadsby in which he outlines and discusses the incredible progress that has been made in migraine research and it's very real and significant implications for all of us who have migraine disease. In an interview, Dr. Goadsby told me:
"The review shows how much is going on and how much has gone on since the development of the triptans. We have exciting advances in acute treatment and in preventive management of migraine... And all this on a shoe-string budget in academic research. Why is it so slow to get to patients, even though the list of possibilities dwarfs all other neurology problems - there is simply not enough investment in the well-being of our patients. Its an era of better care dawning - lets get it moving"
Using the Spring TMS for Migraine - Oct., 2015, Update
A significant event of 2015 was the availability of the Spring TMS device (sTMS) for migraine treatment. When it was first approved by the FDA for the acute treatment of migraine, it was available from only six migraine and headache clinics and only to patients enrolled in new clinical trials of the sTMS for migraine prevention. It's now more widely available, and can be prescribed for patients not enrolled in the clinical trials.
New Class of Migraine Preventives
Raises Excitement and Hope
One of our biggest frustrations is that there are no treatments on the market that were originally developed for migraine prevention. We have many possible preventive options, but they were all developed for other conditions, then found to help some people with migraine prevention. There's an entirely new class of medications under development for migraine prevention - CGRP monoclonal antibody treatments.
10 Tips for Effective Migraine Management Goals
Setting effective migraine management goals is tricky. We want and need to be positive and hopeful, but we also need to be realistic. It's a combination of those features that make truly effective goals.


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A Study On The Dirtiest Parts Of Airplanes Revealed That These 4 Were The Worst
If you've ever gotten off a plane and felt the tingle of a cold coming on, there's a good explanation: airplanes are notoriously germ-y and, especially during the holiday season, increasingly crowded. These are the dirtiest places in an airplane, just in time for your holiday flight home. Don't worry, you still have plenty of time to stock up on hand sanitizer.
For those of us living and working far away from our hometowns, a hallmark of the holiday season is the inevitably, uh, horrible trek home. Crazy highway traffic, long lines at the airport, delayed flights — there's a reason so many Christmas movies feature travel disasters as central plot points. It's a wonder any of us make it home to see the unwrapping of presents.
This year, 6.4 million Americans will take to the skies between Dec. 23 and Jan. 1, according to a recent report by AAA. It's the fourth consecutive year of holiday air travel growth. So, no, you're not imagining things: those security lines really are getting longer. And, according to TravelMath, dirtier.
The travel-centric website recently sent a microbiologist to five different airports and onto four flights, where they collected a total of 26 samples. After sending off the germ-laden tests to a lab, they analyzed the number of colony-forming units (CFUs) per square inch. CFUs, by the way, are individual colonies of bacteria. So when I say that your cellphone harbors an average of 27 CFUs per square inch, I'm not talking about 27 individual germs. I'm talking 27 communities. Neighborhoods. Apartment buildings. Of bacteria.
The results prompted what I feel is a fair question: Where can one purchase a last-minute Hazmat suit and can one wear said Hazmat suit upon a flight?
Ick ick ick.
Studies have estimated that up to 20 percent of commercial airplane passengers develop a respiratory infection within a week of flying. It is a wonder that number is not 100 percent.
Now, the good news is that all 26 samples were negative for fecal coliforms like E. coli, which are not only contagious but carry the potential for far more serious infections than a head cold.
OK. Alright. You got your Lysol spray ready? Are you prepared to see the results? Let's dive in.
Tray Table
Yes, the tray table, upon which I personally used to nap during flights and onto which we dump our complimentary peanuts, was found to harbor the greatest number of CFUs per square inch: 2,155. For comparison, the average household toilet seat has about 172 CFUs per square inch. Help.
In the breakdown of their study, TravelMath posited that increased pressure on flight crews to minimize on-boarding and off-boarding turnover means bathrooms get sanitized for every flight but individual trays do not (they're generally cleaned once a day). The solution? Just don't touch your tray. If you gotta, bring baby wipes and clean your hands immediately afterwards.
Overhead Air Vent
An indication of how crowded flights have become? The overhead air vent button is the second most germ-laded spot in an airplane cabin. At 285 CFUs per square inch, it's grosser than the bathroom stall locks in an airport. Honestly, my dudes, bring your own heckin' travel fan. I have no idea whether that's allowed but there's no way I'm touching that ceiling button again.
Lavatory Flush Button
Predictably, the next-grossest spot on TravelMath's list was the bathroom flush button, at 265 CFUs per square inch. With airplanes becoming increasingly booked to capacity and seats shrinking (airlines call it "utilization of space," but passengers know it as "Unless I'm the second person to board, there will be no overheard storage space left"), it's not wonder that two bathroom for dozens of people results in some germ-y germs.
Seatbelt Buckle
I'm not sure how I feel about seatbelts, which are required and which every single person should be wearing at all times during a flight, are only the fourth germiest spot in the cabin, clocking in at 230 CFUs per square inch. Why are tray tables and the A/C button grosser?!


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Accro is slowly building a name as one of the most diverse producers in the game. With overlooked remixes for Neon Hitch and Sam Trocki (the vocals came from an unreleased project from super-producer Benny Blanco and James Definate), he's slowly building content that's palatable yet different.
'Use My Music' is Accro's first release. It spans from Dubstep to Moombahton to Trap, and does all quite flawlessly. Use his music. You can stream / download / enjoy here:


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I had spent around a week in Kashmir & each day was beautiful than the previous. The weather, rivers and mountains – all have a rhythm of their own. After our wonderful stay in Pahalgam, we returned to spend days in Srinagar.
Day 4 Srinagar
We spent our day visiting the gardens & Shankaracharya Hill Temple.
Nishat Bagh
It is the second largest Mughal Garden in Kashmir with twelve terraces. There are mountains in the background & splendid view of the lake in front. It was a sunny day & there families were enjoying picnic in the garden. The garden has a lot of variety to offer to the visitors & you are kind-of awe-struck!
Shalimar Bagh
The largest of all Mughal Gardens in Kashmir. It is another wonder of the Mughal Empire built by Jahangir to please his wife. All the gardens look similar, but it was disappointing as the fountains here were not working.
Chashme Shahi
This garden is famous for the story of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru getting the spring water to Delhi for his personal use. There is a fresh water spring which flows through the center of garden. It is believed to have medicinal properties. The people were collecting water in containers. It might have once been a source of pure water, but how can we be sure of it at present day!
Pari Mahal
It is located near to Chashme Shahi. The place is not too crowded. If you are interested in historical monuments, then the place would please you. It is inspired by Islamic architecture. You can get a bird's-eye view for the valley from here.
Shankaracharya Temple
The temple is located on a hill-top & you need to climb approx 250 stairs to reach the top. Camera & cell phones are not allowed and it is guarded by Army personnel. Interesting fact about the temple is that it also has some Persian inscriptions. Also, the temple is sacred to Buddhists. That's what I like about historical places; they are amalgamation of different cultures.
After spending the day exploring the city of Srinagar, we had done shopping for handicrafts in the local market. The whole day excursion was tiring we had dozed off to sleep soon.
Have you visited Mughal Gardens in Srinagar? Which one did you like the most? Do share your travel tales! 🙂


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Dance of the Violin, The Share this with a friend
by Kathy Stinson
illustrated by Dušan Petričić
Best Books for Kids & Teens, Canadian Children's Book Centre Top 10 Recommended Reads, TD Summer Reading Club Next Generation Indie Book Award finalist
Everyone deserves a second chance.
As a young student of the violin, Joshua Bell learns about an international competition to be held in Kalamazoo, Michigan. He chooses a piece of music, that his teacher suggests may be too difficult, but Joshua is determined: it's a piece of music he loves. At the competition, Joshua experiences the usual jitters. Once his name is called, he strides to the stage and begins to play, but almost immediately, he makes a mistake. As he is about to walk off the stage, he asks if he can try again. This time, the playing is impeccable.
Dušan Petričić's brilliant illustrations, full of movement and color, capture the sounds made by Joshua's violin, from the missed notes to the swirling, uplifting strains of the perfectly executed piece. Children will readily empathize with Joshua's misstep, but they will also learn that with perseverance, second chances are possible. The story behind the story appears at the end of the book.
"Magical realism is at its best in this delightful picture book . . . An excellent addition to most collections."
—School Library Journal, 04/17
"An original picture book."
—Booklist, 03/10/17
"[Petričić's] deft illustrations . . . lift the story far beyond the text and make the reader appreciate the impact of art."
—Quill & Quire, 01/17
"Petričić once again uses bright swoops and streaks of color to visualize the sensory joy that music can elicit as Stinson's direct writing underscores the rewards of dedication to one's art."
—Publishers Weekly, 02/20/17
"A picture book to remember."
—Canadian Children's Book News, Spring/17
"A joyful reminder that perseverance pays off."
—Kirkus Reviews, 01/15/17
"A picture book that hits all the right notes."
—National Reading Campaign, 06/27/17
"Children will readily empathize with Joshua's misstep, but they will also learn the value of being given a second chance."
—National Federation of Music Clubs Magazine, Autumn/17
"Should give heart to any child trying to master an art."
—New Jersey Online, 05/10/17
"Readers feel the joy that music brings to this young boy, and envision it through the mixed media artwork so brilliantly created by an accomplished artist."
—Sal's Fiction Addiction, 07/30/17
"Children will readily empathize with Joshua's misstep, but they will also learn the value of being given a second chance."
—Music & Vision, 04/27/17
"Delightful illustrations, and a story with a great message about perseverance."
—Violinist.com, 12/01/17
"A joyous story about music and persistence."
—Youth Services Book Review, 11/12/19


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Ken Baston
Shadow Minister for Northern Australia
Member for Mining & Pastoral
The Mining and Pastoral Region is an area of 2,280,730 square kilometers and includes the Legislative Assembly electorates of Eyre, Kalgoorlie, Kimberley, North West and Pilbara. Ken's background stems from a life spent on pastoral stations in the Gascoyne, where I was raised and spent the majority of my years operating a pastoral business.
Ken served as a Councillor and Deputy President of the Shire of Carnarvon, and also took a 2 year position as President of the Gascoyne Branch of the WA Farmers' Federation. He has been involved with a number of steering committees and task forces in relation to agriculture and pastoral issues, such as the WA Pastoral Wool Industry Task Force (Member, 1993) the Carnarvon Artesian Basin Advisory Group (Chairman, 1998-2004), the Gascoyne-Murchison Strategy (Board Member, 1999) and the Carnarvon Recreational Fishery Advisory Committee (Chairman, 1998).
When Ken first entered into a political career in 2005, his objective was to improve the economic and social wellbeing of all those living in his electorate. He is proud to acknowledge that the Mining and Pastoral Region has seen some major improvements in these areas. This is particularly true of the period since the Liberal-National Government was elected in 2008. Exciting developments including the Pilbara Cities Initiative and the Ord-East Kimberley Expansion will continue to enhance the quality of living in those parts of the state. Ken will continue to support policy that is beneficial to the people living in the region.
Parliamentary Party/Shadow Ministerial Appointments
Shadow Spokesperson for Lands: 22 May 2005 – 23 August 2008.
Shadow Spokesperson for North West: 4 February 2006 – 23 September 2008.
Shadow Spokesperson Assisting on Mines and Resources: 8 April 2006 – 23 September 2008.
Government Whip: 22 May 2009 – 2013.
Minister for Agriculture and Food; Fisheries: 2013 – 31/03/2016
Standing Committees
Member, Standing Committee on Environment and Public Affairs: 26 May 2005 – 17 August 2005.
Member, Standing Committee on Legislation: 17 August 2005 – present.
Member, Standing Committee on Public Administration: 4 June 2009 – 2013.


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I hope everyone had an enjoyable Easter. Easter is a time of reflection and celebration. We reflect on those dear to us and remember the impact on our lives. Maundy Thursday is celebrated as the day the of the Last Supper. We use this as a day of remembrance in Scottish Rite. It is the only time the Chapter of Rose Croix is actually closed.
As promised, the Masters of the respective lines have met with the Personal Representative and have set our expectations for the upcoming year. We will continue to focus on enriching the member experience. This includes many social and educational opportunities to enhance your relation-ships and improve your knowledge in Scottish Rite Masonry.
I will be meeting with the officers for the Lodge of Perfection to ensure we are all in sync with the expectations for this year and solicit their input on events that can be scheduled this year. If you have any events that you would like to have, please let one of the many officers know.
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Whether managing projects for the public or private sector, project management is the discipline of overseeing and managing all aspects of project work. In contrast with standard business operations, which tend to be ongoing, repetitive, and permanent functional activities, a project is usually defined as a temporary effort with an established beginning and end. Most projects are designed to investigate and implement changes to business operations and have specific goals, or deliverables.
Projects also often face constraints, such as resource availability, funding, and deadlines, which affect the course and final outcome of the project. The challenge for project managers is to direct a team to produce an optimal solution that meets the objectives of the project, all while operating under existing constraints. Because of the differences in the nature of business operations and project work, managing these two activities requires different skills sets and strategies.
Businesses and Organizations that Need Project Management Project management isn't just for large organizations. If an organization has goals and objectives that significantly impact the organization, it often follows that project work will be needed to accomplish these goals. Just about any business or organization could benefit from project management, including businesses in the construction, chemical, architecture, and information technology industries. Public sector organizations, including the government and the military, also need project managers.
Trends in Project Management The coming year should see some changes in project management driven by some larger scale trends affecting businesses and the economy as a whole. New practices are emerging, including virtualization, global workforces, and cloud computing, that will affect the nature of work teams and the ways in which they carry out their day-to-day tasks. Also, as countries like China and India make significant impact on the global economy, U.S. businesses will need to update their processes and innovate to remain competitive.
These trends will foster some changes in project work and project management:
- Programs, which are comprised of multiple related projects, will increase, requiring highly advanced skill sets supported by appropriate tools and methods to successfully execute. Businesses will likely invest resources into training and developing program managers in order to better support organizational goals.
- Collaboration software will become an essential tool for project managers and their teams. As projects become more complex, project teams will require more efficient ways of managing communication and work flow.
- Project management will require a tighter integration with business process management. As new projects are evaluated, those that have the highest likelihood of reducing internal costs will be ranked higher and project success will be judged on actual operating cost reductions and productivity or efficiency improvements.
Project Manager Duties A project manager is responsible for the overall planning, initiation, execution, and closure of a project. Project managers must have a variety of skills, including the ability to lead and manage diverse groups of people, resolve conflicts, and create and execute project plans. They also should possess general knowledge about the project topic. Project managers need excellent communication, management, and organization skills. They may also be responsible for estimating costs, developing a budget, documenting project work, and presenting project updates to senior management.
Project managers in the public sector may also need to be familiar with relevant legislation or other requirements that may impact the project outcome. Public sector projects are often subject to greater scrutiny, face more significant constraints, and may be impacted by political differences. To succeed within this environment, public sector project managers must have top notch communication and conflict resolution skills.
Project Management Job Outlook As more organizations in both the public and private sectors recognize the value that project managers can provide, the demand for skilled project managers should be on the rise. According to a study published in October 2008 by the Anderson Economic Group, an average of 1.2 million project management positions will need to be filled each year through 2016.
Those interested in a career in project management may pursue a master's of Business Administration degree or an MBA in project management. The Project Management Institute offers several certifications, including the PMI Agile Certified Practitioner. PMI certification is considered the gold standard in project management certification and can help create career opportunities.


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I loved Man on the Moon the first time I heard it. I was 13, just getting into music and went out to buy the album on CD; even though I didn't yet have a CD player I knew I wanted the album on a better quality medium than cassette! The album quickly became, and still is my favourite album ever - I think it's so beautiful and totally unique from start to finish. Next album I bought was Out of Time, which sealed my love for REM and so began a teenage obsession.
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It must have been 1993 when I first got in touch with R.E.M. During vacations I saw that outrageous video on MTV and felt in love with that band. It took some time to find out the name of that band, the only thing I could remember was that it has something to do with "if you believe..." ... that was a long time before google, itunes or even remhq.
The song started a longtime relationship between a 12 year old boy and the world's famoust band. That song represents my teens and is a huge part of my identity. Listening to this song makes me feel so good. I thank R.E.M.
In college, my roommate and I had this set of glow-in-the-dark stars and planets on our dorm room walls. We put the moon right over the door, and I stuck some little glowing action figure of some sort onto the moon so it looked like it was walking on the surface.
Some nights as I turned out the lights, my roommate would start singing, "If you believe... they put a man on the moon..."
I always joined in, and then she'd laugh and turn over to fall asleep. Happy memories.


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Snowskiing without snow, waterskiing in the creek, or something else? What can we do in our small town when we are bored? Like Mr. Metlock said, ´whatever we want!´
Sunny day, 16th of January, 2010, -2 degrees of celsia and we had a lot of fun. Enjoy our first short video.Lodenica Corporation Winter Jam Session,
This video was submitted by Tomas Urbanek.


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Spring Lookbook
The feminine dress – a classic look for spring. I compiled a few of my favorite looks here for inspiration. I'll add more when I start shopping for more spring clothes!! Add a great belt, a lightweight leather jacket, or a vest to turn a feminine dress into a bad ass look. Most of those dresses were from F21 and under $20! Great style does not equate to an expensive price tag, my ladies.
…..And I bought these fabulous Dolce Vita rope wedges for only $30 at Target today and they will go great with any spring dress!!!
Miss Louie


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We sell a wide range of yarns in lots of lovely colours!
The following is a list of all the yarn bases we currently use. Being on the list doesn't necessarily mean its currently in stock or its available in a particular colour, but if there is something you'd be particularly interested in, please let us know.
Yarns which we'd be happy making a pair of socks from, but which can also be used for other projects!
These are sock yarns that I stock regularly.
Pulsar and Galaxy are also available in 150g skeins for those larger projects
Sparkle's Stripes balls available on-line are produced using the Spirit sock yarn base.
These are yarns which I won't keep in stock on a regular basis, but are currently still available to a limited extent.
I have an exclusive sportweight yarn which is spun tight enough to produce hardwearing socks, or can alternatively be used for garments or shawls.
Laceweight yarns from relatively heavy lace yarns through to finer cobweb yarns. This also includes a few 4-ply yarns which are beautifully soft, but wouldn't stand up to being a pair of socks!


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So my theme is frogs, but I have never done anything about teaching about them. I have frog stamps, frog decorations, frog... yes pretty much everything!!!
This week we will hop to it and learn all about frogs and maybe some other amphibians too. We also learned about reptiles. My friend is part of our local Herp group. It is like a humane society for reptiles and other creepy crawlies. He brought in several creatures. This is TOTALLY out of my comfort zone. My students enjoyed it immensely.
This is an American Alligator.
A 66 pound tortoise.
A corn snake that weighs about the same as your pencil.
A bearded dragon.
A boa constrictor. They even put several animals on the floor to show us how they move. Very exciting!


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The developer: Roche, pRED
The drug: aleglitazar
The scoop: Roche's ($RHHBY) Basel-based pRED group knew it had a bad problem long before the diabetes drug aleglitazar was declared a total loss a few weeks ago. The pharma giant had decided to blow up its campus in Nutley, NJ, in 2012 in search of a workable strategy. John Reed was brought in from Sanford-Burnham last spring to take the helm.
The failure, though, underlined some important messages at Roche. Generalized medicine is out, Reed declared to FierceBiotech recently. You won't see any more programs like this at pRED--let alone its sister operation gRED in California.
The drug turns on protein receptors known as PPARs. In Phase II, a small group responded well to the drug. But four years ago, Dr. Bernard Charbonnel, of the University of Nantes in France, noted in a piece on PPARs that more than 50 such drugs had failed clinical trials due to safety concerns. The defeat of muraglitazar and tesaglitazar in Phase III was the crowning setback for many experts, casting a permanent pall on the whole field.
The latest failure also raises some important questions about GlaxoSmithKline's ($GSK) Avandia.While aleglitazar activated both PPAR alpha and gamma, Avandia targeted primarily the gamma receptor. Questions about its safety spurred European regulators to red-flag the drug while the FDA severely restricted its use. But an advisory panel recently called on the agency to loosen its restrictions.
Roche's decision to ax aleglitazar after a safety review also underscores another important trend in the global biopharma business. You don't have to wait until the final bit of data from the final study demonstrates utter futility before you call it a day. While the underlying scientific observations that drove this drug were discredited years ago, Roche gets a thumbs up for a better-late-than-never recognition that it can be far better to admit your defeats and move on than linger until the absolute bitter end.
For more:
John Reed sets out on a long-distance run at Roche's pRED
Roche scraps diabetes drug as pRED racks up another PhIII fiasco
Roche details pipeline strategy and its 10 leading programs


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Model Engineering
The art & science of model engineering as a hobby is well founded. For more than a century, many people both young and old have found much pleasure and satisfaction from designing, constructing, operating & maintaining models of all kinds. In a time of increased computerisation and often less manual activity, model engineering provides a real change – the satisfaction derived from building your own working model is immense. People involved in the hobby come from all walks of life and vocation – no matter what your job or training, model engineering is a hobby you will find as a useful distraction from today's computer driven world.
For more information of the hobby generally see: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Model_engineering
This stands for Model Engineering Association of New Zealand. Most model engineering clubs in New Zealand are members of MEANZ. This umbrella organisation acts as a conduit between clubs and represents them on important national matters. They also set guidelines and national standards for the hobby. A national convention is held every two years, hosted by a member club, alternating between North & South Islands. As a member of a model engineering club, you are eligible to attend as a registered participant.
2016 Tauranga Convention – Photo Jack Still.
For more information on MEANZ, see: http://www.pnmec.org.nz/meanz.php
Other websites related to the model engineering hobby you may find interesting include:
www.ejwinter.com.au – Bolten Scale Model Engineering Supplies www.hobbymechanics.com.au – Hobby Mechanics www.mesupplies.com.au – Model Engineering Supplies www.isme.org.uk – Institute of Sheet Metal Engineering
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Marylin and Kate find that boys can be just as complicated as friendship in this conclusion to the bestselling Secret Language of Girls trilogy, a "quietly perceptive tour de force" (Kirkus Reviews) from the bestselling author of Dovey Coe and The Secret Language of Girls.Marylin knows that, as a middle school cheerleader, she has certain obligations. She has to smile as she walks down the hall, be friends with the right people, and keep her manicure in tip-top shape. But Marylin is surprised to learn there are also rules about whom she's allowed to like—and Benjamin, the student body president, is deemed unacceptable. But maybe there is a way to convince the cheerleaders that her interest in Benjamin is for their own good—maybe she'll pretend that she's using him to get new cheerleading uniforms! Kate, of course, finds this ludicrous. She is going to like who she likes, thank you very much. And she just so happens to be spending more time than ever with Matthew Holler. But even a girl who marches to the beat of her own guitar strings can play the wrong notes—and are she and Matthew even playing the same song? She's just not sure. So when Matthew tells Kate that the school's Audio Lab needs funding from the student government, she decides to do what she can to help him get it. But there isn't enough money to go around, and it soon becomes clear that only one of the two girls can get her way. Ultimately, though, is it even her way? Or are both girls pushing for something they never really wanted in the first place?
Frances O'Roark Dowell is the bestselling and critically acclaimed author of Dovey Coe, which won the Edgar Award and the William Allen White Award; Where I'd Like to Be; The Secret Language of Girls and its sequels The Kind of Friends We Used to Be and The Sound of Your Voice, Only Really Far Away; Chicken Boy; Shooting the Moon, which was awarded the Christopher Award; the Phineas L. MacGuire series; Falling In; The Second Life of Abigail Walker, which received three starred reviews; Anybody Shining; Ten Miles Past Normal; Trouble the Water; the Sam the Man series; The Class; and most recently, How to Build a Story. She lives with her family in Durham, North Carolina. Connect with Frances online at FrancesDowell.com.
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Instituto Buena Bista (IBB)
Instituto Buena Bista. Curaçao Center for Contemporary Art.
The Instituto Buena Bista or IBB offers an orientation course for young talents whom are selected through scouting and then guided and supported towards a future in the creative field.
The institute is open for visitors on weekdays from 1 to 8 PM
Mohikanenweg 8
t +5999 736 36 05
Dutch Caribbean
The Instituto Buena Bista has 3 functions
– een international project platform
– an 'artist in residence'
– an educational track
These 3 tracks are interconnected which enables students and artists to make this institution an energetic and interactive art center that radiates both locally and internationally and to expand that network.
Images of students in training at IBB:
October 25, 2013: Versia Harris from Barbados, together with her IBB-students.
April 25, 2013: Big new exposition at the Instituto Buena Bista (IBB) with Avantia Damberg, Elspeth Diederix, Jeroen Kooijmans and students of Cleo de Brabander.


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RF Elements 20.5 dBi 30° Asymmetrical Horn TP Antenna
- Manufacturer: RF Elements
- Data Sheet: Download
- Availability: 310 In Stock (updated live)
Product Information
- Specifications
- Description
Specifications HG3-TP-A30
|Antenna Connection
|TwistPort™ - Quick Locking Waveguide Port
|Antenna Type
|UV Resistant ABS Plastic, Polycarbonate, HDPE, Aluminium, Stainless Steel
|Pole Mounting Diameter
|22-80 mm
|-35°C to +55°C (-31°F to +131°F)
|Wind Survival
|160 km/hour
|Mechanical Tilt
|± 25°
| 6.5 Kg / 14.3 lbs – single unit*
7.0 Kg / 15.4 lbs – single unit incl. package* 36.0 Kg / 79.3 lbs – carton (5 units)*
|Single Unit
|Retail Box: 41.2 × 40.0 × 40.0 cm*
|2 Units
|Carton Box: 50 × 17× 14 in
|Frequency Range
|5180 - 6000 MHz
|20.5 dBi
|Azimuth Beam Width -3 dB
|Elevation Beam Width -3 dB
|Azimuth Beam Width -6 dB
|Elevation Beam Width -6 dB
|Front-to-Back Ratio
|35 dB
RF Elements HG3-TP-A30
20.5 dBi 30° Asymmetrical Horn TP Antenna
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Asymmetrical Horn TP Antennas provide asymmetrical beam shape and game-changing TwistPortTM (TP) connector. Asymmetrical Horn TP Antennas provide excellent noise rejection, network scalability and throughput increase. Providing specific beam shape, increased antenna gain and excellent noise rejection, Asymmetrical Horn TP antennas complement the successful Symmetrical Horn Antennas.
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Gain Performance
Asymmetrical Horn TP Antennas provide increased gain when compared to Symmetrical Horn TP Antennas with the same azimuth beam width. Asymmetrical Horn TP Antennas cover ultra-wide frequency range: 5180-6000 MHz with excellent VSWR performance.
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Mainstream patch array sector antennas have radiation pattern extremely wide in azimuth and extremely flat in elevation plane. If an AP is deployed on a tall tower, customers near the tower suffer from low AP signal level. Asymmetrical Horn TP Antennas provide valuable extra degrees in elevation beam width, shrinking the null zone while preserving increased gain for long range performance.
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RF elements® Horn TP Antennas provide extraordinary scalability options. Asymmetrical Horn TP Antennas are new addition to the tool box. Unique beam performance, precise radiation patterns and increased gain push system scalability even further.
TwistPortTM Connector
Asymmetrical Horn TP Antennas feature our industry-changing TwistPortTM connector, a patent-pending quick-locking waveguide port. TwistPortTM is virtually lossless: there are no coaxial connectors or cables that attenuate signal. Connecting radios is ingeniously simple - "twist and lock" - with a single hand!
Cross-Platform Compatibility
Wide range of TwistPortTM Adaptors enables connection of the most popular connectorized radios of third party vendors, such as UBNTTM, MimosaTM, MikroTikTM or Cambium NetworksTM, directly to any TwistPortTM-enabled antenna.
Built Like a Tank
Asymmetrical Horn TP Antennas have solid aluminium body, built to last and resist any weather conditions. We use the most suitable materials: die cast, stamped and extruded aluminium; stainless steel, high quality ABS plastic and high density polyethylene.


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Tips For Getting The Best Tamarindo Costa Rica Vacation Rentals
Finding and choosing the right vacation rental property can be a difficult process for even the most seasoned traveler/renter. Adding the uncertainty of renting in an exotic tropical destination like Tamarindo can present its own set of worries and unique challenges. But that shouldn't deter you from seeking this out as a viable option for your vacation adventure in the Tamarindo area. There are many advantages when booking a vacation rental over other more common options like hotels or resorts. Just be open-minded and know that there are many options for travelers interested in renting a property that fits their needs.
In this series, we will tell you how to get the most out your stay and find the best Tamarindo vacation rentals. We will start this series with the first and most important step, finding the ideal rental property for your needs.
Okay, where to begin? You know you want to step out of your comfort zone and have an adventure in an exotic foreign destination like Tamarindo Costa Rica. Then again, maybe you don't want to step too far out, so renting a home, condo, or villa seems like a good option for you right? Right! The Tamarindo area has a great variety of options covering many budgets, and finding something that works for you shouldn't be too difficult. However, there are some important options to consider when looking for your ideal spot.
Online Vacation Rental Search and Booking Sites
This is often the first step for many travelers seeking the ideal property for their needs. You can get a good idea of pricing and what's available and you will soon realize that there are many options for short-term renters in the Tamarindo area. However, know that renting from private owners can be risky. One thing to consider is that anyone can put their property on the various booking sites and search listings, so you may not get the kind of service, or accountability when choosing to book from a private owner. One way to safeguard your choice is to look at the number and quality of reviews any given property has with the listing site. The best way to ensure your satisfaction is to see if the property is handled by a professional property management service. Which brings us to the next point of contact for finding the perfect rental.
Professional Property Management and Services
There are many property management services to choose from, all operating in the Tamarindo area. Using a quality property management service is highly recommended since you have the security of knowing that your needs will be met and that any problems that may arise in the course of your stay will be handled promptly and professionally. The other advantage of booking through a management company is personalized service and attention. A good professional management service will offer you choices based on your personal preferences and expectations and can use their knowledge of the local area to find a place that fits perfectly into your vacation needs. The best companies offer transportation, concierge service, and tours, along with providing vital information for visitors.
Regardless of how you find your vacation rental property, keep in mind that there are many choices available and there truly is something for everyone in the Tamarindo area. Choosing the right rental with the right company will make your stay even more enjoyable. Whether you seek a central location in the heart of town or the quiet privacy of a secluded beach, speaking with a good property management company is a great first step in finding the perfect match for your vacation needs. More tips on how to get the most out of your vacation are coming up in our next post.
HPV Tamarindo Vacation Rentals is located in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Horizon Pacific offers vacation rentals, property management, long-term rentals, as well as a complete concierge service. Providing you with a local contact during your stay, Horizon Pacific is a company you can trust, with the experience you need.


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Campofiorin Ripasso Veronese Masi Veneto Rouge Blanc 2004
Winemaker's Notes:
70% Corvina, 25% Rondinella, 5% Molinara Created in 1964, Campofiorin is the original product of the personal interpretation by Masi's technicians of an ancient vinification system used in Verona and technically known as "refermentation". Masi is proud to have created a completely new category in the ranks of Veronese winemaking, a class of wines that stands between the elegant simplicity of the classic wine types and the complex majesty of the Amarone, a benchmark category for other wines. Campofiorin, of course, with its unique personality, will always remain the primus inter pares of "Supervenetian reds." Deep ruby red color with violet tinges on the edges. Intense bouquet with hints of ripe berry fruit, baked plums and cherries. Ample on the palate, full-bodied and velvety with characteristic hints of bitter cherries and cooked fruit. Attractive aftertaste with a hint of walnut. Perfect with many different kinds of food such as pasta with rich sauces (based on meat or mushrooms), grilled or roasted red meats, game and mature cheeses.
The Boscaini family have been the owners of the Masi vineyards for six generations. Sandro Boscaini is the company president. The other members of the family involved are Sandro's children: Alessandra and Raffaele, and his brothers: Bruno who looks after the production processes, and Mario who is a sleeping partner in the company.
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TN: 2004 Masi Campofiorin Ripasso Veronese IGT Double-decanted.Medium purple with cherry hues. Definitely Montmorency cherry and leather with a touch of earthiness and mint. Fruit comes across lively but a touch neutral. Tannins are fine but prominent and acidity is quite high. There's a certain touch of greenness underneath the fruit. Finish is tannic and a touch dusty.This one requires food; it could have used a bit more generosity of fruit. However, quite pleasant, but needs air. Perhaps will improve a touch with a little more bottle age.85/100
excellent for the price, unusual
fantastic "baby amorone"
This was referred to me as a "baby Amarone". The wne is sturdy, with vanilla,cherry, and dark chocolate flavors. It gives a hint of what an amarone would tate like. The price and taste have convinced me to always have a bottle on hand.
Nice price, smooth and fruity.
A personal favourite. Flexible with a nice balance of dryness and tannins. Perfect on it's own or with pasta.
Four glasses
External Reviews for Campofiorin Ripasso Veronese Masi Veneto Rouge Blanc
Wine Tasting NotesIt combines simplicity and grace with power and majesty. It is rich, full-bodied, round and velvety, and has an ageing potential of 10 to 15 years. Campofiorin has uniquely been described as "a table wine of luxuriant size and complexity, the prototype for the new style of Veronese red.
Brolo di Campofiorin Rosso del Veronese IGT 2004 - Masi: Masi Brolo di Campofiorin Rosso del Veronese IGT 2004 - Masi AgricolaMit dem Brolo di Campofiorin, schufen Masi's Winemaker einen innovativen Wein, der auf schöne Weise Eleganz mit Ausdruck und Konzentration verbindet. Er begeistert durch Aromen von reifen Früchten - Kirschen und Johannisbeeren - und ein lang anhaltendes Finale. Passt hervorragend zu Pasta mit reichen Saucen oder zu gegrilltem Fleisch.Weingut: Masi AgricolaLand: ItalienRegion: VenetienRebsorten: 20% Rondinella, 80% CorvinaAlkoholgehalt: 14 Vol.%Säuregehalt: 5,5 g/lRestsüße: 4 g/lInhalt: 0,75 lEmpfohlene Serviertemperatur: 16 - 18°CLagerfähigkeit: 10 - 15 Jahre ab Jahrgang Suche nach Rebsorten > Rote Rebsorten > Rondinella
Masi Brolo di Campofiorin Rosso del Veronese IGT 2004: Empfohlene Serviertemperatur: 16-18°C, lagerfähig 10 - 15 Jahre ab JahrgangJahrgang: 2004Inhalt: 0,75 LRegion: VenetienWeingut: Masi AgricolaRebsorte: 20% Rondinella, 80% Corvina Restzucker: 4 g/LiterRestsäure: 5,5 g/LiterAlkoholgehalt: 0.14 Rotwein
Brolo di Campofiorin is a special selection of Masi's famous Campofiorin. The production technique is Masi's personal interpretation one that the company has developed over the past 40 years - of an ancient vinification system used in Valpolicella and known locally as refermentation. The wine produced with Corvina, with a small presence of Rondinella, referments today on a certain percentage of slightly dryed Corvina grape. This dryed Corvina, having concentrated sugars, aromas and glycerin, provokes an immediate second alcoholic fermentation which lasts 12-15 days. Then this fermentation goes on enriching the wine in alcohol, in colour and in tannins, as well as giving it new and more complex aromas and flavours. After the malolactic fermentation the wine is aged in small fusti Veronesi of Allier and Slavonian oak for 2/3 years. The wine rests in the bottle for minimum 6 months before release. Brolo di Campofiorin, like Campofiorin, carries the Ripasso trademark, which has been registered by Masi.
Intensive Frucht und Würze, inhaltsvoll und ausgewogen, sehr langlebig.
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The New Yorker, April 10, 2000 P. 94
MUSICAL EVENTS about Pierre Boulez... Boulez—composer, conductor, administrator, lawgiver, autocrat, eminence grise—is an affable, even mellow presence. He ends every performance with a self- effacing shrug, and quickly jumps off the podium in order to stand among the players. Last month, as part of a worldwide celebration of his seventy-fifth birthday, he led the London Symphony in four concerts at Carnegie Hall, and he seemed embarrassed by all the attention. The former hit man of modern music is now a bit like Brando's Don Corleone—he no longer needs to make a display of his power.Not since Wagner had a composer played the bully to such effect. Boulez's tactics were exuberantly brutal: he compared himself several times to the Bolsheviks and to the Chinese Red Guards. He placed Stravinsky in his neoclassical period at the head of the "useless." He accused Schoenberg, after his death, of the "most ostentatious and obsolete romanticism." Webern was "too simple." Berg suffered from "bad taste," Ravel from "affectation." Twelve-tone music in its extant form was overrun by "number-fanatics" who engaged in "frenetic arithmetic masturbation." Boulez's teacher, Olivier Messiaen, produced "brothel music." John Cage, who was at one time an ally of Boulez, became a "performing monkey," and Karlheinz Stockhausen, likewise, a "hippie." The American minimalists displayed a "supermarket aesthetic," the American serialists had a "cashier's point of view." Brahms was a "bore," Tchaikovsky "abominable," Verdi "stupid, stupid, stupid!" And so on. Boulez has stopped issuing proclamations of this kind, but no one should be fooled into thinking that he has changed his mind. What of Boulez the conductor and new-music guru? Works in the London Symphony mini-festival fell into three categories: first, those written for the series, by Peter Eotvos, Salvatore Sciarrino, Olga Neuwirth, and George Benjamin; then those that Boulez might consider "modern classics," by Ligeti, Luciano Berio, and Boulez himself; and, finally, masterpieces from the first half of the century, by Mahler, Schoenberg, Berg, Bartok, and Stravinsky. The new works were a mixed bag. Only Benjamin's "Palimpsest" displayed a distinctive musical personality. Boulez's programming is tied to a teleological theory of musical history; it spotlights assorted radical gestures in an effort to illustrate the alleged dissolution of tonality. But this narrative has itself become useless. It excludes far too many major twentieth-century composers—Sibelius, Shostakovich, and Britten, among others—to be considered a fair survey of the field.


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September 09, 2013 - Terry Jay
Coco Crisp and Mike Napoli are crushing the ball, and Daisuke Matsuzaka is struggling mightily. Each player finds a spot on this week's installment of Sizzling & Fizzling in fantasy baseball.
September 02, 2013 - Terry Jay
Cy Young contender Felix Hernandez is ice cold on the mound, while Ricky Nolasco is heating up. Both find a spot in our latest installment of Sizzling & Fizzling in fantasy baseball.
August 26, 2013 - Terry Jay
Khris Davis is on fire at the plate, while Starlin Castro isn't. Check out who else made our Sizzling & Fizzling list for this week in fantasy baseball.
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Miguel Cabrera and Jose Bautista are hitting the ball well, and they highlight Fantasy Wired's Monday look at who's hot and who's not in fantasy baseball.
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Francisco Liriano and Max Scherzer continue to dominate, and they highlight Fantasy Wired's Monday look at who's hot and who's not in fantasy baseball.
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Alex Avila turns things around, while Ernesto Frieri fades in Fantasy Wired's Friday look at who's hot and who's not in fantasy baseball.
July 29, 2013 - Terry Jay
Former Cy Young winners Justin Verlander and CC Sabathia continue to struggle, while former winner, Felix Hernandez, has been lights out. Find out who's hot and who's not in fantasy baseball in the latest Sizzling & Fizzling.


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Questions & Answers
Q:What is
it like I-Day morning?
Q: What do incoming Plebes
wear on I-Day?
Q: Can the Mids bring books
to study or read?
Q: Should I send extra
Q: Do the plebes get to
phone home during the summer?
Q: Do I send care packages?
Q: Do they need extra cleaning
Q: What about Plebe Parent
Q: For insurance purposes, I need to prove that my Mid
is at an accredited college. Is USNA an accredited college?
Verification of Attendance from the usna.edu website:
Sometimes more formal documentation of attendance is needed. Insurance companies and human resources departments, for instance, often have a unique form that must be submitted. Forms may be directed to the Office of the Registrar, United States Naval Academy, 589 McNair Rd., Annapolis, MD 21402-5031 or may be sent via telefax to (410) 293-2327. If such a form requests more information than dates of attendance and degrees earned, the form will need to be accompanied by the student's signed release for the information.
Letters of attendance are available upon request, with the same stipulations. These may be requested via a telephone call to the Office of the Registrar at (410) 293-6383. Such letters have been used to document USNA time that may count toward civilian retirements but that is not included on a graduate's DD-214. If a non-graduate requires a copy of the form DD-214 separation document, that must be requested in writing as private information is included on that document.
Q: But should I keep my student on our insurance
policy since every Mid is covered by tricare?
If you look in your MIDN's original USNA acceptance and information package, the Academy recommends you retain your private insurance. So my advice is that, unless the cost is very prohibitive, you should not remove your MIDN from your coverage. The DoD is working on legislation that will help our MIDN--but what I have seen will only provide pennies on the dollar for the cost of caring for the treatment of such illnesses.
Now I know our MID's all think they are indestructible; and we all know the chances of our MIDN developing such disorders as Crohn's, diabetes, or any form of cancer are slim--the fact is that just such an occurrence happens 6-8 times each year. Bottom line: It is near impossible to have coverage started when such conditions are already diagnosed. So keep your family coverage.
Q: What do I wear when we are supposed to wear formal attire?
Q: What's the difference
between Leave and Liberty?
Q: Is dating allowed?
Q: Sould we continue coverage under our family
Many homeowner policies do not cover loss of personal property on a Military Base. Since USNA is a base, it is a good idea to get insurance coverage for their personal belongings. USAA offers a very inexpensive policy. Call them at 1-800-292-856 for information. But first check with your homeowners insurance to see if your Mid is already covered.
Q: What happens if a Mid gets hurt while on Leave?
Q: What do we do if we have a family emergency?


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It's Time for Busy Ladies to Give It a Rest
What started as sniffles turned into a full-blown, wear-your-bathrobe-all-day cold. Nonetheless, I knew I would have no break from childcare, housework, or client demands. My husband pitched in more than usual, and I allowed the kids extra TV time. Otherwise, I plowed on, my "sick days" looking barely different than any other day—save for doses and doses of meds and piles of tissues.
According to Jessica Turner, author of the new book The Fringe Hours, and Brigid Schulte, author of New York Times bestseller Overwhelmed: Work, Love, and Play When No One Has the Time, my response is the norm for women today. Both write how women have become so caught up in today's quest to have and do it all that their bodies, minds, and souls have forgotten how to engage in of "me time," self-care, and leisure, even when they need it most.
We desperately need to be refreshed. Or even just a nap.
Overwhelmed begins with a disbelieving scene: sociologist and time ...1


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NEW DELHI: With an aim to increase its turnover to Rs 500 crore by 2020, leading lock manufacturer Harrison Locks has forayed into new segments, including builder hardware solutions and smart security equipment.
"We have entered into new areas such as builder hardware solutions, kitchen hardware and appliances, smart security equipment and automobile security. The move would help the company in achieving our turnover target of Rs 500 by 2020," Harrison Locks Managing Director Umang Monga told .
He said that the demand for these products in the domestic as well as international markets like Middle East and South East Asian countries are increasing.
"Our exports are increasing in these regions. It would also help in pushing our turnover. Under the 'Make in India' programme of the government, we are designing and innovating new products in our manufacturing units in Aligarh and Rajkot," he said.
Further, he said that with the gradual growth in the real estate sector in the country, the company is getting good orders for builder and kitchen hardware solutions.
"Currently foreign brands are holding majority share in this category but the cost is very high. But we are providing similar quality products at a reasonable rates, which is giving edge to our goods," Monga said.
He added that the company is targeting tier-II and tier- III cities and towns in the country to boost its domestic sales.
"Our young team is innovating new products, which are available at all e-commerce platforms and we are also selling through our dense dealer network across the country," he added.The company has also opened its franchise in others parts of the globe such as Dubai in Middle East.