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Rosemarie Auberson on staying fragile, unfinished, and voluntarily imperfect.
Rosemarie Auberson is a Paris based art director and illustrator whose clients include Hermès, Givenchy, and Rachel Comey, among many others. Every piece of work she lays her hands on seems to end up perfectly mussed & enviously undone, and we dream of of her collages in a way that is possibly becoming unhealthy. She also works on two of the most beautiful online journals we've ever come across…check them out and prepare to fall into an internet hole of epic proportions.
Q / Hi Rosemarie. Hope you are having a good morning! How do you usually start your day?
A / Coffee and tartines while listening to radio and a shower.
Q / Do you have a daily uniform? Anything you carry with you every day?
A / Easy and comfortable, pants and sweater are my favorites. I always have my iPhone with me…to text and take pictures…
Q / Is there a time of day that allows you to feel most productive?
A / Morning is always the best moment to work for me.
Q / Do you find lists helpful? How do you keep yourself organized with all the projects you have going on?
A / I should make more lists. A list in the morning to plan the day is a good way to be more organized, but I don't do it enough unfortunately! I am very instinctive in the way I work unless I have a short deadline, and in that case I am doing only one thing, the most urgent.
"I am very instinctive in the way I work unless I have a short deadline, and in that case I am doing only one thing, the most urgent."
Q / What is something you are good at? Something you struggle with?
A / Maybe I have good intuition and I struggle with my own doubts…
Q / Is there anything you will never take seriously? Something that's very important to you?
A / I will never take fashion too seriously but at the same time fashion and clothes are very important too!
Q / Where do you go to be quiet and think?
A / Home or I go for a walk.
Q / What is your favorite way to disconnect and relax?
A / Reading, movies, walks, and when it is possible, traveling is my favorite way to disconnect…
Q / What do you like most about illustration? What is the most challenging thing about it?
A / Doing some collages or paintings or drawings is the best moment to be with myself, connected with my mind. The most challenging thing is doing what you have in your head. That's the point…there is a big difference sometimes between what is in your mind and what you are doing. It seems natural and easy, but it's not. It can be painful and it is a very long process.
"…there is a big difference sometimes between what is in your mind and what you are doing. It seems natural and easy, but it's not."
Q / How do your illustrations factor into your work as an art director?
A / Both are visual, but illustration is a more personal way to work than the commissioned work of art direction. As an art director, you have to think according the subject, the clients, and the needs. Illustration is something more intimate and personal. It is a kind of breath which can inspire the artistic direction.
Q / Can you tell us a bit about your upbringing in Switzerland and how it led to your current career?
A / I started to study art and art history in Geneva, then I came from Switzerland to study art and design in Paris. There were more opportunities in Paris to work, so I preferred to stay.
Q / What led you to Paris and how is it different from where you grew up?
A / Paris is a very inspiring city. Museums, fashion, art…culture is everywhere here and I love the energy and the beauty of this city. Switzerland is beautiful too, much more relaxed and less sophisticated. It's a perfect place for a holiday, but to work and live, I prefer Paris for the moment.
Q / You have developed a strong presence in both the fashion and art worlds. Do you ever find it challenging to strike the right balance between those two industries?
A / I don't consider myself belonging to either the art world or the fashion world. I am more into something visual that can be applied to different fields and opportunities. Every medium feeds the other one. I need this balance I think. But especially here in France, it isn't easy to not be specialized in one thing. People are easily confused when you are doing too many different things.
"I am more into something visual that can be applied to different fields and opportunities."
Q / Was there anyone in your life who shaped your career in a formative way?
A / I would say magazines were very formative. I bought a lot of magazines as a teenager. Then I learned a lot during my first job at a very good art direction and design studio in Paris where I worked for two years. I discovered what exactly art direction is, working with photographers, etc. It was much better than school!
Q / How important do you think it is to work as an assistant or apprentice?
A / This is the best school! Real life. Afterwards, you have to learn to walk by yourself, without any influence.
Q / How did your parents feel about your career path? Does anyone in your family work in the same industry?
A / My father was a teacher and my mother was an artist when she was young. She is Japanese and she came to Paris to work with an artist, met my father and left for Switzerland…but she wasn't able to pursue her work in Switzerland…or she wanted a change, to start something different. We laugh because it's as if I am continuing what she has started…my parents were always very supportive.
Q / Do you have anyone who works with you now? If so, in what capacity?
A / Yes, I have different collaborators depending on the work. It is easier to work alone, but sometimes when the job is too big, it's really good to share different visions.
"This is the best school! Real life. Afterwards, you have to learn to walk by yourself, without any influence."
Q / Are there any specific references that inspire you or themes you find yourself gravitating to regularly in your work?
A / I think shapes and colors are very important to me.
Q / Do you keep any collections?
A / Not really besides old art books.
Q / How would you define your work?
A / Fragile, unfinished, voluntarily imperfect…
Q / How does your career affect the rest of your life?
A / Maybe it's not the perfect job to pay the bills. I am living "au jour le jour," and because it's a large amount of work that always needs time and reflection, I feel I don't have enough time to accomplish everything in a good way, personal and professional…I really have to find a solution to these questions.
Q / Do you have a system for creating or it is more of an organic process?
A / Completely organic, an idea or image that makes me think of something etc. etc…
"I am living "au jour le jour," and because it's a large amount of work that always needs time and reflection, I feel I don't have enough time to accomplish everything in a good way."
Q / How do you find that living in Paris affects your work?
A / I don't know. I've been here for almost twenty years now, maybe I'd have to live elsewhere to see the difference. I am sure it would change something.
Q / Social media and the internet play such a huge part in creative industries. How would you say they factor into your work?
A / Of course there are useful. I cannot imagine doing without them now. You can find so many inspirations, answers on the internet, and you can discover new talents too. It's a great tool for research, but I will continue buying books and magazines because it's a different pleasure, a different way to see things.
Q / Is there anything you find problematic about them?
A / Maybe it's too time consuming…
"You can find so many inspirations, answers on the internet…but I will continue buying books and magazines because it's a different pleasure, a different way to see things."
Q / How has the internet changed the way you work?
A / I can save my money to buy only the books I really want to have in my bookshelf. It makes me more selective. Books are for inspirations, internet for research.
Q / Do you use the internet on vacation or do you prefer to completely disconnect?
A / Being without wifi for a few days during this summer, I felt really disconnected and it was good! I should do this more often.
Q / Is there anything in particular that you do to take care of yourself and relax?
A / It's a bit too cliché but I do yoga and I just started meditation. But a good glass of wine and a good meal with family and friends is another good way to relax.
Books are for inspirations, internet for research.
Q / What part does beauty play in your work?
A / I like to look for beauty where it is not obvious. Beauty can hide everywhere.
Q / Between the solitary nature of illustration and inherently collaborative process of art direction, which aspect of your career do you enjoy most? How does this dichotomy factor into the rest of your life?
A / I love both and I need both of them. I need to switch between collaborations and more intimate work, for me it's a good balance.
Q / What makes you most excited about your work? What gives you the most anxiety?
A / The most difficult part of this work is to be satisfied and proud of what you have done when sometimes the client wants something else. I really need to be satisfied with my work and the biggest challenge is creating the good answers for me and the clients. The most exciting thing is what is coming next. The next adventure…the creative process, inspiration, when the idea arrives…
"I really need to be satisfied with my work and the biggest challenge is creating the good answers for me and the clients."
Catherine Litke
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This is such a beautiful time of the year here in NE, warm dry days and cool nights, and the leaves are just starting to turn, its a pleasure to be outside picking up apples.
You can see our sheltie Lucy is very attentive to possible accidental drops. Here I am cutting the apples into slices for the dehydrator.
Here is the final result. I strung the apples on linen carpet line, made them 4' long with about 3' of apples. I also dried some apples whole. It takes a lot longer, but the results are pretty great, see below.
If you'd like to buy some of these, you can go to my website, www.bluedogantiques.com
Thanks for looking, see you next week!

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Reasons why you should hire movers and packers
There is no denying the fact that relocating is one of the hardest things that a person will ever get to do in life. There is so much involved in the procedure that most people simply end up getting overwhelmed. To them, the toughest aspect of the entire procedure is that of packing, moving and unpacking their valuables and possessions. If this is what you are going through right now, then there is good news for you. You can now take on the services of professional packing and moving companies who will handle all the tiny bits related to this aspect of your relocation.
If truth be told, there are countless benefits that you can gain by taking on the services that are being offered by professional moving companies in dubai. The fact of the matter is that not all of us have the ability to pack, move and unpack our possessions in a professional manner. If you try to do so, there is always the probability that your personal belongings will somehow either get lost or damaged during transit. Instead of putting your personal belongings at risk, it is best for you to hire movers and packers who will manage everything for you at a small price.
When relocating, it is of utmost importance for you to make sure that your possessions and valuables remain safe at all times. The fact of the matter is that there is no way you will ever be able to know what is going to happen next. Instead of risking things, it is best for you to hire professionals who know how to manage everything in a safe and sound manner. The best part is that there is no need at all for you to worry about your items getting lost or robbed. This is because all moving companies offer insurance coverage, which adds to the safety bit of their services.
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With so many benefits to offer, it is highly recommended for you to hire the best packers and movers to manage things for you during relocation.


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By Eilis Flynn
Light is an ever-changing thing during the spring and summer and autumn (not so much during winter, when there's precious little of it, and around here, it's mostly in shades of light gray and dark gray, probably more than 50, even), and that's so clear in the days leading up to June 21, the official start of the summer season and what's confusingly referred to as midsummer.
I've noticed this year, more than previous ones, that I'm more sensitive to the earlier lightening of the day (as opposed to lightning, very different). And it's not just me: my hub has noticed it too. It's weird to wake up at something like four o'clock in the morning and be able to see because it's light out already. He's sensible in that he rolls over and goes back to sleep when that happens to him, but I tend to be an early riser and I have to fight not getting up. Because, you know, if it's light I should get up. But no! It's too early! It's not as if I have to get up, because right now I work at home. I could sleep in. By the time I do get back to sleep after this internal argument, I doze for a while and finally wake up for real by six o'clock, because, you know, the hub has to go to work.
Biorhythms are tricky things, and your internal clock is your own. Mornings are tough for me, because I have to work at not waking up too early. Night is another challenge because I get tired while it's still light out, because in this area and at this time of year not only does the light present itself early in the morning, it goes away late in the evening. It's light until almost ten o'clock, and by then, I'm ready to doze off. It's embarrassing, I tell you.
And the summer twilight is a fascinating thing. Seeing it (when it's not overcast around here) makes me appreciate the rich imaginations of composers who wrote music about it in earlier times, playwrights who used it as fodder for their work, and novelists who let it inspire them to reach into a magical otherworld (hey, like here!). It's the time of day when the eye plays tricks on you, making you wonder if you indeed see what you thought you saw. Or did you? If you've ever seen Shakespeare's Midsummer Night's Dream, you know what that's about.
But summer light ends quickly enough, and before too long (unfortunately, so, so soon), the twilight of magic is done. Autumn light is very different, and I don't know about you, but I've never glimpsed a magical otherworld where autumn is the norm. Come to think of it, why not? I guess I'll have to keep an eye out for it as I watch the summer light shift and change!
Eilis Flynn can be found to argue with at Facebook, Twitter, or at her website at www.eilisflynn.com. If you're looking for an editor, you can find her at emsflynn.com as Elizabeth Flynn. Either way, you'll find her online somewhere!


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Every day when LeBron suits up to go to work, he looks down at his wrists, reads the I PROMISE on his bands, and thinks about all of his Foundation kids and the journey they are on together. They PROMISE to do their best in and out of school, and LeBron PROMISES them to be their role model on and off the court.
One band, one wrist, for his Wheels for Education kids.
One band, one wrist, for his Akron I PROMISE Network students.
LeBron will wear the new On-Court Collection I PROMISE bands this season. The Homecourt I PROMISE band and the Lead The Charge I PROMISE band are the two bands included in the On-Court Collection and are available for purchase at LeBronJames.com/product/search
The proceeds of LeBron's I PROMISE bands are a major fundraiser for his Foundation and allow for these students to experience and try new things.


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Monthly Archives: December 2013
A Blueprint for a More Resilient Grid
While our electric power system is generally regarded as a major tool for mitigating greenhouse gas emissions, it is, itself, vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. More frequent and more extreme heat, drought, and storms are putting serious strains on our electric system, and we must find ways to ensure that we have a resilient, reliable grid without waiting for disaster to force the issue upon us.
Melissa Higbee (MCP '13) looked closely at the ways in which American electric utilities are preparing for climate change by conducting a survey of 26 utilities and developing in-depth case studies of three. She finds that some utilities are indeed preparing by looping climate change projections into their existing risk management and capital planning efforts. The main way that utilities have acted so far is by reinforcing their transmission and distribution systems, for example by adopting "smart grid" technologies or by moving important power lines underground.
But Melissa also notices the uneven pace of progress. The preparations that utilities make for climate change depend on their business models and the mood of their state and local regulators. She encourages regulators to require adaptation planning on the part of utilities and notes the useful role that governments can play by providing accurate and consistent forecasts of expected climate impacts. She also notes that, in the face of uncertain climate conditions, utilities would be wise to plan for a range of possible outcomes by incorporating scenario planning methods into their adaptation efforts. Read more about Melissa's findings and recommendations in her thesis, here.


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Care About the Australian League for a Second!
As mentioned in NotGraphs around the time of that wondersite's inception, Australian people now have a baseball league. In terms of the level of play currently going on there, Carson Cistulli isn't necessarily the guy to ask about that; however, the league features former and current Major and Minor Leaguers, so it's not, as Charles Barkley would probably say, completely "turrible."
In any case, with our vigorous, sunburnt friends now two months (about 30 games) into their season, I thought it might make sense to see which players have distinguished themselves.
SCOUT Leaderboards
Using SCOUT
As I have previously for the Arizona Fall League, I'll use SCOUT as the primary means of assessing performance in Australia. (Click here for more on SCOUT, the metric that's "sweeping" the "nation.")
SCOUT Batting Leaderboard
Here is the SCOUT batting leaderboard for the Australian Baseball League.
SCOUT Pitching Leaderboard
Same verse, very similar to the first.
A Quick Note on Those Names
Here's the percentage of those players I've ever even heard of before: 25.
Notes on Three Players
It appears as though three players, in particular, have distinguished themselves. They are: Grant Karlsen, Brandon Maurer, and Chris Oxspring.
Here's what the internet says about them:
Grant Karlsen, C, Melbourne
• Is only 25.
• Apparently signed with Phillies in 2003.
• Put up this line, in age-18 and -19 seasons, through Rookie and Low-A ball: .175/.243/.190.
• Now has five home runs against a single strikeout in 70 AB, easily the most impressive ratio in the league.
• Here's one of them (the home runs, I mean):
Brandon Maurer, RHP, Adelaide
• Is part of the Seattle system.
• Split time last year between the AZL Mariners and Low-A Clinton Lumberkings, striking out 20 of the 60 batters he faced.
• Sorry, that's LumberKings, capital-K.
• Will turn 21 on July 3.
• Was profiled by the Adelaide Advertiser, and faced reporter Ken McGregor, who uses the metric system extensively.
Chris Oxspring, SP, Sydney
• Is the only one of these players with Major League experience.
• Is also oldest by considerably margin (34 in May).
• Did this in 12 IP for San Diego back in 2005: 8.25 K/9, 4.50 BB/9, 35.5% GB, 4.28 xFIP.
• Did this in 342.1 IP across three Triple-A seasons (2004-05, 07): 8.2 K/9, 3.4 BB/9, 0.8 HR/9.
• That doesn't really seem so bad to me.
Carson Cistulli has published a book of aphorisms called Spirited Ejaculations of a New Enthusiast.


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What Is the Kingdom of Heaven?
Some Bible terminology can seem strange to our modern ears, and understanding its meaning can require some work. Here are some thoughts on the meaning of "the kingdom of heaven."
Christians Are Commanded to Be Apologists (Video)
In the second part of the "Why Apologetics?" series, Tim shows us where the Bible says Christians are commanded to be apologists.
Adam Harwood's Argument against Original Guilt
Tim looks at Adam Harwood's argument that infants inherit only a sinful nature from Adam, not guilt.
A Tribute to One of the Greatest Christian Apologists
After decades of service defending the gospel, Dr. Norm Geisler has gone on to rest and be with Christ. Tim talks about an aspect of his service that most people did not see.
Hell Interrupted – Part 3
Tim Barnett and Greg Koukl explain why the most natural reading of the full corpus of Scripture on Hell supports the church's historical position of eternal conscious torment and not nonexistence.
Training Students for War
We are at war. It's not a war of bombs and bayonets. It's not a war against flesh and blood. In fact, it's not a physical war at all. It's a spiritual war, and here's how we fight.
Did Jesus Die on a Torture Stake?
Christians and Jehovah's Witnesses have fundamentally different views not only on why Jesus died on the cross but also on whether Jesus died on a cross. Here are five reasons to think He did.
Is Faith Just Wishful Thinking? (Video)
What is faith according to the Bible? Are science and faith at odds?
Four Simple Ways to Grow Spiritually
If one of your goals in 2019 is to grow spiritually, focus on doing these four simple things.
Is God More Tolerant Today?
God relates to people in the Old Testament differently from how He relates to people in the New Testament, but it's not because of a change in His character. If God hasn't changed, then what has?


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You Will Love Coming Home to Lakeshore Meadows and Lakeshore Gardens!
Welcome to the home page of Lakeshore Meadows. We offer apartments and townhomes for rent located in Lodi, California. Our apartment homes feature fully equipped kitchens with Whirlpool appliances, gas range and oven, tile counters, oak cabinets and central heat and air. The spacious floor plans have a great room with vaulted ceiling. The grounds are well maintained with 2 tennis courts, 2 pools and 2 spas for your enjoyment. Please call today to learn more about Lakeshore Meadows.


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August 04, 2009
Help fight cancer despite difficult times
BY Bayan Raji
Americans are crunching budgets and cutting back on expenses, and millions have lost their jobs in recent months. But, cancer hasn't taken a break because the economy is in a rut.
Want to help but don't have the funds to make a monetary donation? Here's a list of ways to help a stranger, friend or relative with cancer.
For a stranger:
Donate blood -- Many cancer patients need blood transfusions for different reasons, including surgery or a low blood cell count. Donating is a quick and free way to save a life.
Volunteer at MD Anderson -- Extra hands often are needed to run gift shops, assist in outpatient facilities or run errands. Apply to become a volunteer.
Get a haircut -- Several non-profit groups, such as Locks of Love and Pantene Beautiful Lengths donate hair to people who lose their hair as a result of cancer or cancer treatment.
Some salons may provide a discount or even a free hair-cut, but hair donations must meet specific criteria. Ask a stylist for more details.
Donate an old car -- Have an old car you'd like to give away? Donate it to the American Cancer Society Cars for A Cure program and proceeds will fund cancer research or other initiatives to fight the disease.
For a friend or loved one:
Offer to keep a blog -- Many cancer patients use the Internet to keep others up to date on their condition or treatment. A Web page or blog reduces the number of times they have to repeat the same information. It is important not to provide personal information without obtaining permission first.
Clean -- Treatments such as chemotherapy or radiation dramatically reduce the energy level of most cancer patients. Lend a hand by offering housekeeping services, such as cleaning the bathroom or vacuuming.
Cook -- Make a meal at home and drop it off. Don't feel offended if you aren't asked to stay. Entertaining guests may take too much energy.
Go shopping -- Buying provisions for someone in a financial struggle is a nice gesture if you have the money. Taking time to pick up groceries is just as good. It saves a friend or loved one time and energy and shows you are thinking of them.


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Add to history
This new retelling of the ever popular Laura Ingalls Wilder books chronicles Charles Ingalls and his decision to uproot his family and move from their Wisconsin home to a new plot of land in Kansas. Their journey is full of danger and peril as they encounter rough terrain, wild animals and complete isolation. For young Laura and Mary Ingalls this new world is magical and full of adventure.


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We meet on the second Sunday of every month at 12:30pm at our new venue — the upstairs Function Room in The Dolphin Public House, Littlehampton.
All ages and abilities are very welcome, the emphasis is always on fun!
At each jam we'll play all our latest songs plus a random selection of earlier songs and songs from the Favourites Songbook. Please try to bring them all with you.
Our Next Jam — 11th November
Our next jam will be on Sunday 11th November 2012 at 12.30pm in The Dolphin (upstairs).
There are no new songs for this jam.
If you need to download any of our other songs you can get these on the Songsheets Download page.


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Last night we were afforded once again the despicably all too common opportunity to witness a black man being murdered by police when Minnesota man Philando Castile was shot and killed. A video, uploaded by his girlfriend live to Facebook during the aftermath of the fatal traffic stop is chilling, and still somehow surprising, despite our knowing that this is the reality of the country we live in.
Sadly, it wasn't even the first police murder captured on film this week, as video emerged of another man, Alton Sterling, himself being killed while being restrained.
Millions are justifiably outraged, but one voice has stood out among those online expressing their pain in the form of a video posted by an Ohio police officer named Nakia Jones. In the video, Jones calls out her fellow officers.
"How dare you stand next to me in the same uniform and murder somebody," she says. "How dare you! You ought to be ashamed of yourself! So, why don't we just keep it real? If you're that officer that knows good and well you've got a God complex, you're afraid of people that don't look like you, you have no business in that uniform! Take it off!"
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I too cannot get CHAT to work. I click on the red CHAT button on the MY DISH page and nothing happens or the virtual assistant asks for my name and when I enter it and click SEND nothing happens.
This new chat board really stinks, hard to get to, hard to use just junk


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Lost the Weight? Now What?
After Losing the Weight
Losing a massive amount of weight, or any weight at that, is quite a victory. Not only does weight loss require hard work and dedication, but it also requires mental strength to keep on going until you reach your goal weight. If you have recently lost a lot of weight, you may be stuck with an excess amount of skin around areas like your arms, thighs, and abdomen. If you feel skinny but still feel like you can't get into a swimsuit because of that extra skin that is quite literally hanging out, you should consider getting skin tightening surgery. Read on to learn more about this surgical procedure.
Ideal candidates for Skin Tightening surgery
In order to be deemed a suitable candidate for skin tightening surgery, you need to have lost around an average of 100lbs or more, or you need to be experiencing an unruly amount of excess and loose skin. Additionally, you will need to come directly into the Swamy Clinic for a consultation and examination. During the consultation, you and the doctor will determine what area(s) you would like to target and what the exact results are that you would like to see.
What to expect during Skin Tightening surgery
During the skin tightening surgery, you will be under anesthesia the entire time so you shouldn't feel a thing. Once under anesthesia, one of the doctors at Swamy Clinic will then remove the skin in multiple stages or surgeries in order to be able to properly lift the skin and tighten it, leaving you with a more taut looking appearance.
What is recovery like?
Because skin tightening is a fairly invasive surgical procedure, recovery will take around 2-3 weeks for you to heal. During the recovery period, you will be encouraged to wear compression sleeves around the areas in order to help ease the swelling and maintain a level of comfort.
Schedule a consultation
Weight Loss is a wonderful thing but it can also leave you with more skin than you know what to do with. Luckily, there is skin tightening surgery to help with that. To learn more about skin tightening or to schedule a consultation, contact Swamy Clinic today!


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You can update your passport information any time before the deadline by following these easy steps!
1. Log onto My Profile using your email and password or Connect with Facebook.
2. Click on "Traveler" on the left side of the page.
3. Next, click on the "passport" tab at the top of the page.
4. Add your passport details here. Easy!
We strongly recommend passports be valid for six months (and definitely need to be for at least one month) past the expected date of return.
Although this is not mandatory, it is strongly recommended as invalid passports may cause problems that delay or even deny access to your destination.
If you need to update your passport details after the deadline, there may be a fee of $150 to correct your name with the airline as we have will have to reissue the ticket.
**Note** If you are in the process of updating or applying for a passport, please enter your current or expired passport information provided that the new passport will be issued with the same name. There is no charge to update your expiry date, issue date or passport number.


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Jacquies words
Bowel cancer as many of you are aware is something that is very close to my heart. Bowel Cancer Support UK is a new charity who aim to bring awareness and support to people undergoing treatment for the disease and their carers. This is a vital support system, the hospital can give advise and support but being able to speak to someone who has gone through it can give a more insightful view of what its really like. Becky and I are running a 10k on saturday and would love to raise money for this charity so they can do what they do best support and raise awareness of this disease so please donate and help us to do this.
We at Bowel Cancer Support UK are pleased to have Jacquie and Becky as sponsored fundraisers.These fundraisers are are extra special as they were caring for Sonay throughout her two and a half year battle with bowel cancer. We wish Them all the luck so let's get behind them and dig deep to make a difference and help those who are suffering.


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The PDF file of the original article: Technology 101updated
In an era of continuous innovation, everybody is curious about where technology is
heading for this year. The big picture is that: Technology seems to have a bright year ahead
(neglecting the many unpredictable obstacles and problems that might show up on the way).
Artificial Intelligence and Augmented Reality are among the hot topics which seem to be very
promising and thus are being worked on and developed recently. According to Forbes, what
seems to get great attention during the next 12 months is "Bots' development", and if you are
wondering, these "bots" I am talking about are not something new, they have been around for
a long time, it's just that these days, they are being integrated into almost every aspect of our
daily life, without us, understanding how often we are using them.
How did humans come up with the "bot" idea?
First, let's start with an intro to what bots are and how they came to be such a broadly used
"tool" in our daily lives and one of the main development point in technology. Bots are a type
of Artificial Intelligence technology, a software application that can complete tasks in an
automated way, without needing human intervention. Artificial Intelligence of Modern times
starts with the Turing Test, however, "Artificial Intelligence" terminology was invented nearly
a decade later by a Mathematics professor at MIT.
Still, Alan Turing is known to hold copyrights of the first idea of the Artificial Intelligence.
Since the 1950s when Alan Turing came up with the Turing Test, many developments were
carried out in the field and many AI trials failed the Test, until 2014. In 2014, an AI model
developed in Ukraine is said to have been the first AI that passed the Turing Test. Further
advancement of AI encouraged the development of programming languages for AI and then
bots to stimulate psychotherapists (ELIZA is the first kind of chatbots we know nowadays,
developed in MIT's laboratories) or similar "talking" bots like Shakey. What made a
difference in the chain of Artificial Intelligence inventions was Freddie, a bot developed in
the 1970s in Edinburgh, which would not talk, instead, it would use visual perception to
collect different objects just by looking at them, without any interference from the outside
"human" world. Furthermore, in the 1970s, bots were for the first time integrated into
medicine. MYCIN and later on INTERNIST-1 were able to ask questions to collect data from
patients and give a possible diagnose of their illness, thus turning into a decision support
system to assist doctors during the diagnosis process. Despite medicine, bots became a
novelty in self-driving cars by the end of 20th century. ALVINN became the first computer
controlled and self-operated vehicle and it was used for military purposes. By the end of
20th century, the first robot races were out as well. These competitions were a watershed in
the history of Artificial Intelligence and technology. The race named RoboCup was officially
held for the first time in 1997 and it was a competition of robots playing table-soccer.
It was the 21st century that marked a boost in investment in Artificial Intelligence. Being
aware that this field had a huge potential to advance rapidly, great companies and research
departments of universities started paying more attention to further improve bots'
capabilities to carry out different activities. Computer games are thought to be an early
form of human-bot interaction. In 2000, people got amazed by the first chatterbot, simply
"an old version" of Siri, which included a significant amount of data you could search for. At
this time, technology saw a great achievement in self-driving cars, as Stanford University
created Stanley, a car that could traverse a dessert in less than 10 hours. The main turning
point in bots' "evolution" became voice search. No robot ever could understand the spoken language
before Siri was released by Apple in 2011. Siri could give answers to questions
without the user having the need to use a search engine. The next level of voice search was
Echo, a speaker with a built-in voice recognition that can hear from across the room. Echo
was powered by Amazon's assistant, Alexa, not only to answer questions and respond to
prompts but to control home functionalities as well. In 2015, Google released Google Home
and in April 2016, Facebook started integrating bots to its platform. In 2017, Olly was
created. Olly might look a lot like other personal assistants but what makes it different is its
ability to adapt to its owner's behavior (this was done by using machine learning). Nowadays
Facebook provides big companies with automated customer service and App-wise bots are
already a "common" thing.
Bots in daily life? They are almost everywhere.
We communicate with bots (chatbots) when we use electronic commerce apps, companies'
services to ask for help or clarifications. Moreover, we are interacting with bots when we want
informative platforms such as CNN to provide us with updates and the latest news or when we
want to set reminders, to schedule our meetings and to have things done. By handling all of
these tasks, bots are saving us a great deal of time. Keep in mind that we are also asking a bot
whenever we use specialized search engines like Poncho. There are other ways we incorporate
bots into our lives, such as for marketing purposes, business and enterprise services and many
What are bots up for this New Year?
We can remember watching sci-fi movies about all these tools that are now a reality; we
have them and we use them to make our lives easier. Silicon Valley companies are working on
the advancement of these tools to make them better, fancier, more sophisticated and even
more infallible. As Jay Samit (independent vice chairman of Deloitte) says in one of his articles,
bots will become "Sancho Panzas" and will make humans feel like "Don Quixotes" by
consistently telling them what to do, and reminding them of their daily tasks.
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"7.5 million Europeans between the ages of 15 and 24 are neither employed nor in education/training."
This reality seems to be symptomatic for the dramatic living and working conditions the European youth is facing since the economic and financial crisis triggered an even deeper European crisis, not just within Eurozone countries.
From my own experience respectively that of fellow young professionals in London I can confirm first-hand how tough the job market has become which to be honest I did not even get to know any differently myself but can conclude by what I am told by older colleagues.
And this is London; so what must the situation be like in Spain or let alone Greece where the youth unemployment rate lies well over 50 % respectively even 70%?
Why are those numbers shocking?
They are shocking because they imply lost opportunities for in some countries even more than half of the young generation which is supposed to take the lead in our society in only a few years.
Meanwhile, they young get deeply frustrated, not only because a lack of employment obviously means a lack of money and therefore normal living conditions.
But also because a lack of work, be it education or a professional occupation, means a lack of a sense of purpose, personal fulfillment and therefore quality of life.
Some experts and ironically even some from the US therefore speak of a "lost generation" in Europe.
This is obviously worsened by scapegoating "Europe" or "the EU" for intrinsic societal and national government failures which led to the current situation in the first place and are first of all national responsibilities and should be named and treated as such.
And this is not only a phenomenon in Greece, as it becomes crystal-clear in the Greek crisis right now, but just as much in the UK. Here not only Nigel Farage tries to pretend that, for instance, migration is the cause for problems which are actually resulting from general national infrastructure problem regardless of migrants.
We in the Young European Movement do not accept youth unemployment as a given fact. We believe something can and must change about this. As far as politics is concerned, we certainly believe that a first step is giving a voice to the young people whose future in Europe is actually decided on right now and this implies a vote for 16- and 17-year olds in the upcoming referendum on EU membership in the UK.
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When I saw the dead trees in your front yard, poisoned by gravel treated with pesticides, my heart cried in anguish.
We now have to be just as careful with what we put on our land as we do with what we put into our mouths. We live in a time where all processed foods should be considered potential carcinogens. And, it seems, we live in a time when mulch, gravel and lumber will also poison the land. There are no labels on our food saying "GMO Corn products inside—POISON." I'm sure there was no skull and crossbones on that treated lumber or gravel. But if we partake unknowingly, we are still at the effect of the contamination.
What a painful experience, Be. To feel the call of the land,YOUR land, the land you grew up on, the call to dig and plant and nurture and be nurtured… this is a call I know you feel in your bones, in your sinew, in your heart… But when you've answered that call, the masculine (in the over culture and in your home) has not just disrespected your efforts, the fruits of your labors. The masculine has poisoned, killed, and eradicated what you labored for and loved.
Even if that poisoned gravel, and the treated lumber, were hauled away, how many years would it take to return your land to it's previous condition of vitality? My heart aches for your land. And for you.
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My Book of Alphabet Games
About This Workbook
In this third book in the alphabet sequence, children learn to link uppercase and lowercase letters while working on strengthening their sense of alphabetical order. All of this is done with fun and familiar games used innovatively, like tracing, connect-the-dots, and color-by-letter.
8 1/4 x 11 2/3 inches. paperback. 80 pages. full color.


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I just got home right this very minute. Chris and Selene brought me home - THANKS GUYS!! These two people are my new BEST buds.. It was Chris' idea that made me decide to FINALLY go and watch the BSB Concert. Since HS - I remember telling everyone that IF and WHEN the Backstreet Boys will be coming for a concert I WILL SURELY WATCH THE SHOW. I've known since November 2005 that they WILL be here for a concert in January 2006, but at first I was hesitant because the ticket prices were so expensive! I've never bought a concert ticket that cost that much EVER before and with my own money ah!!
Just last Sunday - Selene texted me out of the blue saying that 'Chris said he's game to watch the BSB concert if you are daw' - OF COURSE, I thought about it (just of about 5seconds though) and replied 'I'M GAME!!' I've been trying to look for friends who will go with me to this ONCE IN A LIFETIME concert - pero WALANG GUSTO sumama with me - that is UNTIL Selene texted me. I remember her reply saying 'Seryoso ka?' YES, SELENE I AM/WAS SERIOUS!! I love the BSB!! I'm a big fan of theirs.. I NEVER admitted it to anyone but I AM A HUGE FAN!! (super deny to death ah.. I swear Lydia if you're reading this now FOR SURE you're smiling and laughing!) I love listening to their songs, and their MTV's - grabe - I want to drool (-over Nick Carter) that is...
It started late at about 9pm na - and when they got on stage - grabe, I was super happy na naiiyak ako sa tuwa!! I swear, (you can ask Selene and Chris) I was jumping up and down like crazy - and singing like crazy (to the songs na I knew the lyrics to) These are the only songs I remember them singing (in no particular order)
1) I want it that way
2) As long as you love me
3) Drowning
4) Shape of my heart
5) More than that
6) Quit playing games with me heart
7) Incomplete (I was so happy to hear this last year!! Backstreet's back officially)
8) More than that
9) All I have to give
But my ALL TIME FAVORITES ARE 1), 2) and most of all 3)!! I love this song so much!!
I so looooooooooove their dance moves!! They're so good!! I can go on forever watching them dance...:) I swear!!
Through the years we've all seen them grow up. But you know what? Age only made them better . I LOVED WATCHING THEM DANCE ALL NIGHT. I know it's dumb -but MAN - they CAN really DANCE VERY WELL. Imagine watching their dance sequences on music videos only this time - IT'S RIGHT IN FRONT OF YOU!!! I love them!!! Grabe, I swear it's so hard to get over the feeling and kilig-ness right now!!!
During the last few minutes - Kevin thanked the fans who followed their career of 13 YEARS!! Has it been that long? Yes, it's been 13 years - that's half my age next Wednesday!! Waaaaaaaah!! Ganyan na sila ka-tagal!!! And I'm STILL a HUGE fan.
I SWEAR - Chris and Selene - I LOVE YOU BOTH DEARLY - YOU'VE MADE MY DAY/YEAR/BIRTHDAY!! I loved the concert so much!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks for singing, dancing, and most importantly BEING with me during the concert. If it were not for your 'out of the blue' text and idea - for sure it will just be another boring Friday night - watching my usual telenovelas. It made ALL the difference. Thank you so very much!!
1) Janise and Kim were right - a BSB concert is worth it super to watch
2) They dance REALLY well - despite age and Nick's chubby-ness
3) They can STILL sing and dance - they've still got the RHYTHM - Yes, rhythm
4) They've all grown up (why does it sound better than 'ang tanda na nila!')
5) I've grown up too! (I was shocked to see kids line-ing up to get tickets and even ICA Alumnis - those 4 batches LOWER than I am!! Crazy!!)
6) They're just to fun and super sarap to watch!!
**I'm still recovering - I can't believe that I watched their concert!! If they DO come back again.. COUNT ME TO WATCH THEM AGAIN!!
***I have a feeling that I'll be buying a DVD of ALL their videos. As AJ said 'it's a trip down memory lane' - true to his word, IT WAS ....
*****When Selene sends me the pics - I'll upload them ASAP
Thanks Selene and Chris - thank you talaga SOBRAAAAAAAAA!!!
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Our camping facility is neatly mowed, and received a 100 score during its latest health inspection. It is centrally located to many attractions, which would enhance your vacation. It is located 13 miles from Lawrenceburg TN., 35 miles from the Alabama state line, and 60 miles from Nashville TN. All sites filled on a first come, first serve basis. This park is open, only during the events listed below. We cater to the music fan. Not permitted Alcohol/Drugs! Our intent is to provide a clean family oriented entertainment for deserving people.
Camp sites will be filled on a first come first serve basis and opens May 25.
Check out time 12:00 noon with the exception of Saturday when stage performances are scheduled. Check out time is 9:00 AM.
For those that cannot take advantage of the Bluegrass special camping rates are $15.00 per day on arrival plus admission tickets.
Primative camp site without power and water, required only an admission ticket. Tickets must be purchased and camp site approved prior to parking. If minimal power can be provided for these primative sites the rate will be $5.00 per day, sorry no air conditioners or micro waves, ect.
The BLUEGRASS SPECIAL this year includes 8 days camping with hookup plus admission tickets for two adults $120.00. This special offer will expire Sunday at 12:00 noon following the festival.


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In recent days, there has been a resumption of fighting in northern Myanmar. Fierce clashes between government forces and ethnic armed groups have forced thousands of Myanmar residents to cross the border into Chinese territory, seriously affecting the daily lives of Chinese people in the area.
The armed conflict between Myanmar government forces and ethnic armed groups is one of the longest lasting civil wars in the world. The conflict has severely affected the security and development of China's border areas, hindering especially the development of the China-initiated China-India-Myanmar-Bangladesh economic corridor, as well as the "One Belt and One Road" Initiative. It's high time that China gave serious thought to the matter, and find ways to get the parties involved to lay down their arms and return to the negotiating table.
The only way to achieve peace in northern Myanmar is for the parties concerned to agree to an unconditional truce as soon as possible, and then return to the rightful path of peaceful negotiation; seek consensus through a process of peaceful talks; and ensure that a framework for building and maintaining long-term peace is established. All parties involved should bear the responsibility for the deadlock in the peace process in northern Myanmar.
Since the government of the National League for Democracy (NLD) took office, led by Aung San Suu Kyi, it has been taking an inclusive approach to foster peace, which is in line with the spirit of the times. Myanmar's military forces should actively cooperate with the NLD government and participate in the peace process. It should adopt a more inclusive attitude and refrain from the oppression of ethnic armed groups, in order to win their trust and further facilitate a solution to the conflict.
As for the ethnic armed groups themselves, they should abandon their unyielding stance of turning their back on the peace process. They should realize that they have more to gain through peaceful negotiations, and can secure their legitimate interests and rights by integrating themselves into mainstream society. The ethnic armed groups should also give up unrealistic pursuits such as demanding military or diplomatic power.
Some ethnic minority militants in northern Myanmar, harbor unrealistic and impractical hopes of drawing China into the conflict, forcing and taking advantage of China to deal with Myanmar government forces. Such hopes are dangerous and will only harm China's interests. The ethnic minority militants in northern Myanmar should be under no illusions that such hopes will only lead to a dead end. China will never be taken in or turn a blind eye to their trouble-making acts.
Some of the ethnic armed groups in northern Myanmar have already gone too far. The armed conflicts involving the Kokang in 2015 forced many people into a life of vagrancy, plunging them into an abyss of misery. History has shown us such behavior benefits no one. During the current conflict in northern Myanmar, it seems these ethnic militants are up to their old tricks with even more unrestrained actions. They have blatantly attacked major economic and trade channels which are vital to the interconnectivity and intercommunication between China and Myanmar, including the Musa and 105-Mile trade zones, against the will of the people. Some militants have also hindered the construction of the Myitsone Hydropower Dam, being built with the help of Chinese firms. Others openly incite Chinese residents living among the ethnic groups to join in their cause, and illegally recruit personnel inside Chinese territory. China cannot tolerate such actions which cause widespread indignation and discontent.
The chaos in northern Myanmar not only harms China's national interests but also damages regional peaceful development and negatively affects China's image abroad. To break the deadlock, the difficult task of reaching a compromise between relevant parties inside Myanmar, must be achieved. Experience of similar peace negotiations around the world, has shown that coordination by a third party can sometimes be effective in solving a country's domestic conflicts. The Myanmar government, military, as well as the ethnic minority armed groups, all look to China to play a bigger role.
As a neighboring country with enormous potential, China has close contact with the parties involved in Myanmar's conflicts and is capable of influencing their decision-making. China should seize the opportunity and be brave enough to bear the responsibility. In recent years, China has made it clear to Myanmar, in a number of ways, that it will take a neutral stance and actively foster peace negotiations. China has even provided venues for peace negotiations between the Myanmar government and ethnic minority militants in the town of Ruili in Yunnan Province. Such coordination from China could be acceptable to all parties and accord with everyone's wishes. Only China can effectively give full play to enhance peace.
China should take the initiative to solve the chaos in northern Myanmar, move from a position of passive defense to active coordination, and promotion of the peace process, so as to help end the conflict which has lasted for decades. This is an important opportunity for China to actively shape peace and development along its borders and conscientiously play its role as a major power.
Courtesy Global Times
In recent days, there has been a resumption of fighting in northern Myanmar. Fierce clashes between government forces and ethnic armed groups have forced thousands of Myanmar residents to cross the border into Chinese territory, seriously affecting the daily lives of Chinese people in the area.


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Royals re-sign Raul Ibanez, elevate Christian Colon
Justin Maxwell, Pedro Ciriaco designated for assignment
The Kansas City Royals have brought back outfielder and fan favorite Raul Ibanez, and they have elevated infielder Christian Colon to the Major League squad.
In return, the Royals designated infielder Pedro Ciriaco and outfielder Justin Maxwell for assignment.
Ibanez, 42, spent three seasons with the Royals from 2001-2003, and hit .294 with 24 home runs and 103 RBI. He was an All-Star starter when he played for the Philadelphia Phillies in 2009.
Colon was chosen fourth overall in the 2010 draft. He was hitting. 296 with four home runs in 74 Pacific Coast League games.
The Royals acquired Maxwell in a trade with Houston last summer. He only had four hits and 15 strikeouts in 32 plate appearances this year. He may be best remembered as a Royal for his grand slam home run at the final home game of the 2013 season.


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A light and refreshing citrus ale for those who just can't wait for summer. Really easy drinking with coriander seed (included) and fresh lemon zest (add your own) finish off this recipe. Sweet, crisp and refreshing. You just need to add the bottles, and lemon for this flavour.
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You need: some basic kitchen equipment, such as a large pot; lemon; and 12 empty bottles.
Once your first brew is done you can make more by purchasing Refills (of ingredients) with the flavour of your choice.


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On the trail: Fun on the pass before it closes
The Aspen Times
Aspen, CO, Colorado
ASPEN – With Independence Pass near Aspen presumably poised to close for the winter today, a friend and I decided that an outing near the summit was in order last weekend.
She'd never been to Linkins Lake, though it's a pretty short hike from the Upper Lost Man trailhead. I tossed in the added promise of an interesting mine site above the lake though I later regretted mentioning it.
The trail to the ice-covered lake was mostly bare dirt. Brittle grass and patches of dry, sugary snow butted up against the near shore.
Then we noticed the weird sounds. The ice, not thick enough to hold a person up (I don't think), was making eerie creaks and moans, like a rusty hinge opening underwater. We debated trying to record its song with a cellphone but didn't.
Instead, we headed upward to the left of the lake. I recalled the old mine being somewhere just over the ridge that rings the far side of the water.
We tromped upward through ankle-deep snow and picked our way across bare ground wherever we could find it. But when I suddenly found myself knee-deep in snow at the bottom of the chute, we hustled to a steep, rocky stretch to pick our way up. The rocks weren't big, but a lot of them were loose, and they were laced with snow, which made the footing even trickier. I was not pleased with my situation at that point, and I'll admit that I was on my hands and knees once or twice. I might have uttered a bad word or two, as well.
We finally crested the ridge only to find no mine in sight. A small, snowy bowl and another ridge unfolded before us. Had I forgotten its location?
We were ready to give up, but I scooted up a grassy slope to my left, and there it was – the old cabin and the pile of rock waste extending outward like an entrance ramp from the mine tunnel. The black opening in the rocky hillside, framed with weathered timber, was entirely concealed by a snowdrift. (Old mines are dangerous; don't venture inside one.)
The wind had a real bite up there, adding to my appreciation of how arduous it must have been to toil at such a spot.
It was a fine exploration to mark the close of another season on the pass. Highway 82 over the pass, incidentally, is closing for the season at 1 p.m. Friday, with a winter storm approaching.
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Welcome to the hotel "Druzhba"!
If you and your guests appreciate comfort and cosy scenery you cannot find a better place for accommodation.
It takes 5 minutes to get to the railway station by car (15 minutes on foot).
|From the hotel "Druzhba" it is easy to get to the industrial area (7 minutes by car), the federal highway Moscow-Kazan (8 minutes by car), the international airport "Nighny Novgorod" (25 minutes by car), the railway station of Nighny Novgorod and the exhibition complex "Nighny Novgorod Fair" (65 minutes by car), the historical center of Nighny Novgorod (70-80 minutes by car).
In our hotel we can accommodate simultaneously 147 people in suites of different categories. We have cosy and comfortable de luxe suites, first class suites and economy class suites.
In the oldest restaurant in the city with its rich history and excellent cooking we will arrange your banquets, stand-up meals and corporative parties. Our restaurant has 3 halls and can seat 180 people.
For seminars and conferences there is a conference hall (for 35 people) and all necessary equipment.
Our hearty welcome, affable staff and high-quality service make a pleasant impression upon your guests and business partners.
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Price: 4200 rub/day
Comfortable room consists of a large sitting-room and a bedroom.
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The Massachusetts Office on Disability (MOD) is pleased to announce that we are now accepting submissions for our 2017 Call for Art and juried art exhibition. We are calling on talented Massachusetts residents of all abilities to submit an original work which captures the theme of "Breaking Barriers." Selected entries will be displayed at a public exhibition in late 2017 (date to be determined) and in an online gallery.
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Good news! We've updated our app for Android devices – ONLYOFFICE Documents – to version 1.3. Read the article to learn more about this update.
Good news, everyone! We've released the first version of our Android application for document management. The app offers mobile access to documents stored on ONLYOFFICE portals.


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In just one week, the Super Committee in Congress will release their decision on where to cut the budget
(As you may remember, the Super Committee was created in August, as part of a bi-partisan agreement to raise the debt ceiling. In turn, a group of 12 lawmakers was charged with getting the national debt under control by making spending cuts.)
And of all the cuts coming, the most anticipated is the reduction in the defense budget.
$350 billion in cuts are expected, however if law makers from both parties can't reach a broad agreement, automatic cuts will go into effect – and those automatic cuts take down defense by an additional $500 billion.
But trader Brian Kelly says the developments make one defense stock a buy – you read that right a buy.
He says play the whole thing longRockwell Collins .
"It's levered to replacement parts," he explains. "If cuts lead to fewer planes and tanks – the military will need more replacement parts."
And Kelly may not be the only one thinking this way. Even in a weak tape, Rockwell Collins has held up well.


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EncorENTERTAINMENT wants to help make planning your next party easy for you! So we're creating informative FREE ebooks with lots of great party tips!
In these ebooks, you'll learn:
* The newest and most popular party performers and entertainment
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Each ebook will focus on a special theme that will be of particular interest to readers during the season it's published in or will relate to some of the issues and questions our customers have presented to us through the years.
Some of the topics we will be covering in upcoming ebooks are:
Tips for Winter Parties-
Indoor Parties have their own unique needs and our ebook will address some of the particular issues that arise when you have indoor events. What are the best kinds of entertainment for house parties? And what considerations are needed when planning a party inside?
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Once Spring arrives everyone is shaking off the cobwebs and itching to get outdoors. The great outdoors offers unlimited space for interactive party equipment & lots more activities.
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This is a template-based web design system so you are limited to the possibilities within each template. You will want to play with several designs to find which comes closest to your vision and find workarounds for the things you don't like. I had a particular photograph in mind that I wanted to use across the top. But it had both light and dark spots in it. None of the templates I tried allowed me to relocate the title so I had to crop my photo and use a template that placed the title in a space where it wasn't lost in the color. The template I ended up with insists on all caps for headings, which limits the fonts I could choose from. The workaround the Weebly support team suggested is to not show the heading and build it directly into my photo in the spot where I want it to appear.
Weebly does not recommend cutting and pasting from MS Word because of the hidden formatting that goes along with your text. If you have already composed in Word, copy to a plain text document to remove formatting, then copy the unformatted text to Weebly. do your formatting in Weebly.
Other than links to your own page, you will want to set them to open in a new tab (NOT the default setting), so you don't direct readers away form your site.
Gallery did not work for me to display books. When users hovered the cursor over the thumbnail of the book cover to see the caption, it completely covered the book cover. It also didn't allow for more than a phrase or so, not my full tag in some cases.
Instead I used images with captions underneath. I could have linked them to separate pages for each book, but I have too many books and would have had to pay extra for each book to have its own page. Instead I used links to anchor the book cover at the top to the more complete information further down the page. In Weebly a photo can be linked to several things, including another web page, but not to an anchor. Weebly does allow for simple html, so this was my workaround:
1. Drag the icon for <embed code> to a point just above your destination. Cut and paste the following code in the box provided:
2. Replace the word destination with something that will remind you of what the destination is. In my case that was the initials of my title.
3. Drag the icon for <embed code> to a position beneath the book cover and caption. Cut and paste this code: Read more
4. Replace the word destination with the identical text you used in the code above. You can also replace Read more if you want something else to appear on the page as the link.
5. The link will only work AFTER you publish.
My page with descriptions of six titles got pretty long. There is no "Return to top" button in Weebly, so I created my own using the same kind of anchor.
1. Drag the icon for <imbed code> to the top of the page.
2. Cut and paste this code:
3. Drag the icon for <embed code> to any place on the page where you think readers might want to return to the top. (For me this was between each book description.)
4. Cut and paste this code: Return to top
5. Voila! You have a return to top link even if it isn't an actual button.
My old website had several mini articles and supplementary documents connected with each title. (discussion questions, stories about writing that book, book lists of titles with similar themes, etc.) The page was too crowded to put them all on it. Weebly has an icon for including a dowloadable file, but I found it messy and unappealing. Instead I posted the documents as blogs, using a date before I started blogging and omitting categories that might send someone on my blog to them. (They could still see them if they clicked on the archived month where they are posted.)
I used a button on the My Books page to link to that specific blogpost. At the bottom of the discussion questions and bibliography blog posts I added a button for a downloadable file (instead of using the downloadable file icon.) That way the material could be perused on an attractive page that matched my website and still have a clean print-friendly file for readers. I could even add photos to the blog post.
In order for the buttons to work properly, I had to publish the posts, go to the actual website (not the admin version) and cut and paste the actual post-specific ULR as the link in the button. Otherwise it would link to the admin version, and readers would be kept out because they aren't admins.
Designing a website is definitely a learning experience. I hope some of the things I learned in the process can be useful to you.


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We started the day by heading to Roskilly's, a working dairy farm and cafe! Before we got as far as the ice cream we had a look around the farm. The first piece of entertainment occurred almost as soon as we got out of the car, as a goat we were looking at casually jumped the fence keeping it in. It stood happily grazing just outside its enclosure as if to say "because I can". We went into the cafe to let someone know, and upon reporting the goat's antics were told that it was a regular occurrence and someone would come around and stick it back behind its fence soon. We were also asked if we would like a goat.
We moved on to the chickens and other fowl, and clearly inspired similar thoughts of escape. These fancy chickens lined up along the fence to pose for us.
We went back down to the cafe and had some delicious ice cream outside in the sunshine. There weren't many people around, but it was nice that the place was open given it's November. After we'd finished, it was back in the car.
I snapped a quick picture of Goonhilly as we went by. The huge satellite dishes just appear over the brow of a hill – very impressive.
The next stop was Perranporth. Perranporth is named for the patron saint of Cornwall, St Piran, who apparently arrived here from Ireland. It's a popular seaside holiday destination because of it's beautiful beach. Something about the place rung a bell for me…
There was another reason for visiting Perranporth, as if you needed one. Pieces of Lego have been washing up on Cornish beaches for a long time, and I had read about this recently in a BBC news article. It would be interesting to find some Lego washed up here.
We walked along the beach for a while and had a quick hunt around the more stony areas but to no avail. But what a gorgeous beach! It was when I saw these pools that I was certain – I came on holiday here when I was about eight.
By this stage I'm really starting to think that Jon's stories of Cornish bad weather are purely a fabrication.
We left the beach to go on a hunt for fish and chips – an ultimately fruitless search! Lots of cafes and chippies about, but none of them open when we were hungry. Happily, we managed to get our hands on some when we got to Truro, and they disappeared very quickly when we got back to Jon's.


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FROM: Peter's Pavement Pounders Walker
SUBJECT: Pounding out Cystic Fibrosis for my friend Peter
Dear _______,
My good friends the Butlers have a 4-year-old boy with cystic fibrosis (CF). The Butlers have put together a video about their CF story. I hope you will be touched by their experience. http://peterspavementpounders.blogspot.com/2010/03/join-peters-pavement-pounders-for-great.html
(Here's where you can write your personal experience with CF/the Butlers/Peter, etc.)
This year, I have joined their national team of walkers, Peter's Pavement Pounders, for the Great Strides CF walk on (Date), (Time of Walk) at (Location). The funds we raise for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation will help find new treatments, medication, even a cure for Peter!
I am asking my friends and family to sponsor my walk. Would you make $___-$___ donation? Of course, any amount would be welcome. You can donate by going to my Great Strides home page: ___________________________
If you are interested in joining our team, or in joining Peter's Pavement Pounders at a Great Strides walk in your area, see the "Walk with Us!" page on peterspavementpounders.org for more information. We would love to have you help us "pound out CF!"
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The worst part is that this banker was supposed to mail back January's cheque to us since we are moving and don't owe him it anymore (it was given in our first/last two years ago). So annoying. So annoying in fact that I woke Matt up on a Saturday morning freaking out. I am very good at managing my money so I always know what I should have in my account. I put as much as I can each pay period into savings so I have very little balance in my chequing. Luckily I had lots in my savings to float just in case stupid things like this happen.
Vent over.
PS - can't wait to have our HOUSE!


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Appellation : AOP Coteaux du Languedoc
Vintage: 2015
Color : Rosé
80% Syrah 20% Grenache
Age of Vines :20-30 years
Yield :45 hecto/hectare
Soil : Limestone clay soil
Bottling at the property
Style: salmon and shiny dress, nose exuding notes of intense red fruits. In the mouth, round and bold wine, framboisé and strawberry. Accompaniment to enjoy on grills, pastries or aperitifs.
Serve at : between 14 ° C and 15 ° C
Storage : from 1 to 2 years
Bois d'Eleins Rose
Appellation : AOP Coteaux du Languedoc


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Home / Adoption Fees and Agreements / Dog Adoption Agreement
I am adopting this animal to be my pet and companion. I will care for, feed, house and treat this animal in a manner acceptable to and in accordance with city ordinance and state law.
I understand that Pet Haven has a lifetime commitment to the animals it places into new homes. If for any reason I cannot keep the animal I have adopted, I may notify Pet Haven. I understand that Pet Haven will work with me to find an appropriate new home or make arrangements for my pet to be returned to Pet Haven.
I understand that during the 10 days following signing this Adoption Contract Pet Haven will provide advice for resolving behavior problems and will allow the animal to be returned and the adoption fee refunded. Accordingly, I will notify Pet Haven promptly of any health or behavior concerns during the first 10 days following the signing of this Adoption Contract.
I understand that Pet Haven will cover the costs of treatment (including office visit, diagnostic tests, and medication) for the following conditions, should they arise within 10 days of signing this Adoption Agreement: Upper Respiratory Infection (Kennel Cough/Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease, Feline Upper Respiratory Infection), Eye Infection, Ear Infection, Skin Infection, Pain Control (related to surgical sterilization), External Parasites (Fleas, Mites, Lice)
In order to be reimbursed for the above-mentioned conditions, I agree to provide Pet Haven all necessary billing statements and vet records pertaining to the treatment of my animal.
If an illness or condition other than those mentioned above is suspected, I may have my veterinarian diagnose and treat the condition at my expense or I can return the animal within 10 days of signing this Adoption Contract and receive a refund of the Adoption Fee.
Following the date of this adoption, on at least an annual basis, I agree to have this pet examined by a veterinarian and vaccinated according to the schedule the veterinarian and law requires, and to arrange for the retention of all records regarding vet visits and immunizations.
I will not euthanize this animal unless recommended by a veterinarian, and only when there is pain or suffering that cannot be alleviated, excessive destructive behavior that cannot be resolved, or aggressive behavior that presents a clear threat to the safety of people or other animals.
I understand that a licensed veterinarian has examined this animal on behalf of Pet Haven prior to my signing this Adoption Contract. I am aware that this animal could be carrying illness, disease, condition or disposition that has not been detected by this veterinarian exam or by Pet Haven, and that the medical records provided by Pet Haven are not a guarantee of medical health.
I hereby release and hold harmless Pet Haven, its Officers, Directors, Staff, and Volunteers from any and all claims, causes of action, damages, injury or liability in connection with this adoption.
By entering my name below, I acknowledge that I have read and agree to this Adoption Contract and that I am of legal age and have the capacity to make a binding contract.
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Post 10-day return policy: If you decide to return your adopted pet to Pet Haven after the 10-day grace period, Pet Haven will make every effort to find a suitable foster home for the animal as quickly as possible. Adopters are welcome to place their animal with friends and family - returning to Pet Haven is not a requirement.
Since Pet Haven is a foster-based organization with limited foster homes, we request at least 14 days to secure suitable placement in a foster home. We may ask that owners provide boarding for their animal in the interim, if necessary.
If an animal has posed a threat (i.e. bite history) Pet Haven may request the animal to be assessed by a professional trainer to ensure the animal is safe to place in a new home. Pet Haven may also offer to provide support services (such as offering a professional trainer assessment or a discounted class at a local training facility) to owners willing and able to work with through their animal's behavior issues.
Once an animal is returned, Pet Haven becomes the legal guardian and is solely responsible for using our judgment and discretion in placing an animal, including euthanasia decisions.
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Having rubbed most of the Amsterdam establishment the wrong way, with his creditors foreclosing on the loan for his house, and with the Church accusing him of living 'in sin' with Hendrickje, you'd think Rembrandt would be grateful for the attentions of the well-connected Jan Six and the odd lucrative commission he can still bring the ageing master's way. Instead the two don't stop arguing. Even the master's affection for his teenage son Titus expresses itself roughly. But when Rembrandt asks Six for a loan, and Six asks Rembrandt for a picture, it's bound to end in tears.
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Hope you had a wonderful weekend! Looking forward to an exciting week, with book signings at the This & that Axesoir boutiques in Montreal ( see the schedule below), a fantastic online book giveaway of over 60 books that includes two copies of J'adore New York and........my birthday! It's an important milestone this year and I feel blessed with all the great things in my life.
Have a great week mes amies! Hope to see you at the book signing events!
(First image via Ada & Darcy)