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Not everyone with hip pain is a good candidate for hip replacement surgery. It's a decision you must discuss with your physician, orthopedic surgeon, and family. Although most replacements occur in patients ages 50 to 80, there are no age or weight restrictions for hip replacement surgery – decisions are based on patient pain and disability.
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What is the relationship between state corruption and economic collapse in Greece? Lina Theodorou, artist and creator of the board game 'Pawnshop', talks with Furtherfield's Ruth Catlow about Grexit, Brexit, and crisis in Europe.
Brett Scott examines the politics of the Bitcoin Blockchain and whether there will be a place for equality and democracy, as the power systems already in place begin to reshape new digital economies according to their own intentions.
Patrick Lichty's article explores shifts toward new forms of sociopolitical dissent. Such as cellular forms or resistance including asymmetrical warfare like global insurgencies, the use of social media. Examples would be Twitter and Facebook in their ability to lens dissent for actions in Syria, Egypt and Tunisia, Wikileaks and its ability to mirror, and politics that use anarchistic forms of collective action such as the Occupy Movement, what he calls an amorphous politics of dissent.
Flip-Offs and Handshakes by Thorrific 41.1 MB Quicktime. An audiovisual remix of Bush when he flipped the bird. The video image of Dubya is mediated through video components of 9/11, Saddam & Rumsfeld shaking hands, and Desert Storm footage.
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A Planetary Order is a terrestrial globe showing clouds from one single moment in time, thereby subtly highlighting the fragility and interdependence of the Earth's environmental systems.
Pete Gomes reflects upon his experience at the four day event Signal : Noise, held at the new Showroom space in London (UK). An experimental cross-disciplinary research project exploring the influence of cybernetics and information theory on contemporary cultural life by testing out its central idiom, 'feedback', through debates, performances, and events with artists, theorists and historians.
Conflict Kitchen (Kubideh Kitchen) is a take-out restaurant that only serves cuisine from countries that the United States is in conflict with. The food is served out of a take-out style storefront, which will rotate identities every 4 months to highlight another country.
Computer-mediated gaming to realise the Situationist dream of creating participatory spaces for collective play. Join the Class Wargames crew, Richard Barbrook, Fabian Tompsett, Ilze Black and others, in redefining political and contextual territories.

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The Carnegie Picture Show Closing Celebration is this Saturday, March 26th at the Walla Walla Public Library (238 E. Alder). Don't miss art activities suitable for children of all ages, from 10-1, and a special presentation from Dylan Farnum, President of the Walla Walla Foundry, at 11:00. Sponsored by Columbia REA, this event is free!
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Microsoft did not unveil the price for Kinect at the E3 2010. They only said it will launch on November 4th. The price for Kinect now appears on Walmart.
Walmart sets the price for Kinect to $149.96. You can actually pre-order it on Walmart already. Kinect should ship on November 4th says Walmart.
GameStop is also already taking pre-orders for Kinect at $149.99.
Amazon has not published a price for Kinect yet. They do not offer pre-order yet.
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The brilliant and inimitable Vincent Baker went to a horror convention and tried to sell horror role-playing games – and it didn't work.
It seems like it should have been the ideal situation. Dread does a remarkably good job of producing a horror-movie aesthetic. Vincent is smart, personable, and experienced at selling games. The place was full of horror fans.
Aha, I said to myself. If Vincent can't sell Dread to horror fans, something is going on here.
In fact, I think there are four things going on here, and all four are working against Dread becoming accessible to the mainstream.


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CallXML is a language based on the Extensible Markup Language (XML) that lets a company describe a phone-to-Web site application in terms of how the call would be handled at the Web site and how it would interact with the caller based on keyed-in or voice responses. CallXML is similar to other voice markup languages such as VoiceXML and Microsoft's WTE.
Basically, CallXML is used to describe the user interface of a telephone, VoIP, or multimedia application to a CallXML browser. A CallXML browser then uses that description to control and react to the call itself. According to a Voxeo, a vendor that supports CallXML, the markup language includes:
- Media action elements such as "playAudio" and "recordAudio" to describe what to be presented to the user during a call
- Call action elements such as "answer", "call" and "hangup" to describe how to control and route the call
- Logic action elements such as "assign," "clear" and "goto" to describe how to modify variables and interact with traditional server-side Web logic such as Perl, other CGI languages, PHP or ASP
- Event elements such as "onTermDigit," "onHangup" to describe how to react to things the user can do during the call, such as pressing digits or hanging up
- Block elements that logically group actions & events together, so that one set of event handling elements can be used for several sequential actions
Whereas VoiceXML, another computer telephony language, is used with voice-based applications that provide access to Web content and information, CallXML aims to make it easy for Web developers to create applications that can interact with and control any number or type of calls. VoiceXML 1.0 was created through a collaboration of AT&T, IBM, Lucent Technologies, and Motorola.
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- John Paul Ashenfelter's "Voice on Your Web Site: Now You're Talking," provides perspective on CallXML and VoiceXML.


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It's an American tradition to wear green on St. Patrick's Day—or else. Nobody knows exactly when schoolchildren began the tradition of pinching anyone not wearing green, but the practice is now widespread.
Some people believe that if you pinch a person who actually is wearing green, you can get pinched back 10 times.
Kissing the Irish
Another American invention for St. Patrick's Day is the practice of kissing anyone who's Irish for luck. Buttons with the phrase "Kiss me, I'm Irish" started popping up on the East Coast in the 1960s and 1970s. Doing so is considered--by the people wearing the buttons, at least--the next luckiest thing to kissing the Blarney Stone in Ireland.
Traditionally, green is considered an unlucky color to wear in Ireland because it is the color of fairies who might cause you mischief if you put it on. However, during the Irish fight for independence from Great Britain in the early 20th century, the color green was used as a symbol of Irish freedom, and green has been popularly associated with Ireland ever since.
St. Patrick's Blue
Originally, the patron saint of Ireland was associated with a shade of sky blue that's still used in some Irish symbols to this day.
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Some schools now police and even ban pinching. In 2010, two middle-schoolers in Memphis were suspended for pinching too hard. Anti-bullying and harassment rules often explicitly prohibit pinching in schools.


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DOCA doles out urban art grants to fight graffiti
For the second year in a row, the Denver Office of Cultural Affairs has awarded grants to local artists and organizations to fight graffiti and enhance community ties in urban areas.
DOCA today announced the 12 recipients of the 2010 Denver Urban Arts Fund from a pool of 19 applicants, doling out grants between $500 and $7,500 to reclaim graffiti "hot spots," provide safe social alternatives for youth and otherwise spiff up area parks and buildings.
Recipients include Cleo Parker Robinson Dance (for its Green Technology Summer Institute of Service program in the Northeast Park Hill neighborhood), the Gang Rescue and Support Project (for a mural in La Alma/Lincoln Park) and individuals such as Barth Quenzer and Jeremy Ulibarri (for an after-school mural club at Brown Elementary).
The Denver Urban Arts Fund grant program began in 2009 as an outgrowth of the city's Graffiti Task Force recommendations. To find out more about the program, call 720-865-4302 or visit denvergov.org/public_art_program.
Check out the full list of recipients below.
— Barth Quenzer and Jeremy Ulibarri for an after-school mural club at Brown Elementary and Creative Learning Academy
— Josiah Lee Lopez for a mural project in the Westwood neighborhood
— YouthBiz and 2Kool for the creation of a year-long traveling "Create Change" mural project
— Your Name In Graffiti for a graffiti art education program at St. Charles Recreation Center
— VSA Arts of Colorado/Access Gallery for the "Street2Studio" fellowship program in the Art District on Santa Fe
— GrowHaus for the "GetFRESH" mural program in the Elyria/Swansea neighborhoods
— Cleo Parker Robinson Dance for the Green Technology Summer Institute of Service program in the Northeast Park Hill neighborhood
— Gang Rescue and Support Project (G.R.A.S.P.) for a mural in the La Alma/Lincoln Park neighborhood
— Denver Public Library for the "Summer Reading of Graffiti Art" project at the Valdez-Perry Branch Library
— Center for Transitional Landscapes for the "Curating Vacancy" project utilizing 10 vacant lots owned by the City
— Prodigal Son Initiative for the Holly Peace Mural Project in Northeast Park Hill
— The bARTer Collective for a mobile "Stencil Exchange Project"


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Not only is there plenty of time to plant bulbs (which we'll talk about in a few days), now is also the time to plant some seeds for next year's garden too. A lot of flowers actually do better if you plant them in the fall; some need the period of cold to grow (like a bulb) and some end up starting weeks earlier than they would if you planted them in the spring. And since seeds are inexpensive, you can sprinkle now, worry later.
Both my sister and my parents had envious displays of Hollyhocks this past summer, and so naturally I decided that I desperately needed my own. I'm nothing if not a free thinker, right?
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Unfortunately, as hollyhock is a biennial and only produces leaves the first year, I won't have much to show next year... but it's all about patience. You know, patience? That thing I physiologically lack, but still keep trying to build? Thankfully my father also sent me home with a few first-year hollyhock plants so I might have a little bit of fabulousness spring up next year.
Yesterday I decided to plant the seeds I had been given by my sister, with a little help in the form of my six year old son Aidan.
Planting seeds like this is really simple (especially if you have a dad who was a plant biologist and grew up on a farm. Which admittedly you might not. But I do, so never fear. I pestered him for all of us.) Imagine the flowers that drop their seeds at the end of summer or in fall... they do just that; they drop them. Easy peasy... we'll even do nature one better, just wait.
Use a garden rake to loosen the soil, clear any large obstructions and level the ground. Scatter the seeds.
Then just use your hands to cover the seeds lightly.
This is where we improve upon nature's design. Instead of just leaving them there, make your kid walk on them. Tamp the earth down to keep your little seeds from blowing away or getting whisked away in a fall rainstorm.
And then next summer, enjoy your beautiful flowers. Or in the case of hollyhocks, enjoy their leaves. Ha! Happy planting, y'all.


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Microsoft retooling SQL Server Master Data Services after 'vexing' debut
Microsoft's master data management product in SQL Server, Master Data Services, drew tepid reviews from users, but the company has high hopes for a revamped release.
Master Data Services (MDS), released with SQL Server 2008 R2 Enterprise Edition, is Microsoft's offering for companies grappling with mounting stacks of all-important master data. The aim, as with all master data management (MDM) products, is to ensure the accuracy of information critical for strategic business decisions. But with users saying the interface is clunky and performance poor, whether MDS is meeting the challenge is up for debate.
Master data can provide companies with valuable information, including details about products, customers, processes or any other component essential to doing business. MDM systems capture and organize that data in an effort to synchronize analytical and operational systems, enforce compliance requirements and establish business processes that are auditable and repeatable.
According to Kirk Haselden, product manager at Microsoft, the goal of MDS is to provide organizations a way to consolidate domains of master data so downstream business intelligence (BI), analytical and line-of-business systems can consume the information.
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However, most users find MDS lacking in a number of areas, according to John Radcliffe, research vice president at Gartner Inc., an analyst firm in Stamford, Conn. "It needs merge facilities, better data quality tooling, data stewardship applications, better UIs [user interfaces] for business users, better workflows for authoring and managing tasks." Radcliffe also said the product must demonstrate scalability, availability and marketability in operational environments that are increasingly demanding.
Master Data Services: Innovation or regurgitation?
Mark Kromer, a SQL Server technology specialist for Microsoft, shared some of these concerns, saying that the initial release of MDS was mostly a repackaging of EDM+, an MDM system developed by software vendor Stratature. Microsoft acquired Stratature in 2007 as part of its strategy to deliver a unified MDM system that included SQL Server, Office SharePoint and other BI-related technologies.
Kromer said a primary reason to implement MDS is to provide data governance over an organization's assets, enabling businesses to build data domains based on their own business models. Within these domains, businesses can create reliable, centralized data stores for analyzing their master data in order to create "a single version of the truth."
That's easier said than done. As Radcliffe pointed out, the biggest challenge with MDM products is not the technology, "but getting agreement on the necessary governance and organizational roles." A product can do only so much without internal consensus, he said.
Yet even with a consensus, effective tools are needed to control the methods and processes used by data stewards as part of that data governance. Haselden said MDS addresses some of the key challenges around managing master data, and it solves the problem of how to grant secure access to the people who need it. "In the early days of the product," Haselden said, "the team called this the human factor—basically, delivering the data to the business users in their context."
But, Haselden said, the current release of MDS is not without its problems. For example, in feedback to Microsoft, users have reported that the UI is difficult to navigate. "Improved functionality is a priority," he said. "We know about the issues and are working to improve them."
Looking ahead with Master Data Services
The next version of MDS, which will be released with the upcoming SQL Server 2012, formerly called Denali, was designed to address many of those issues. According to Kromer, the new version will demonstrate that Microsoft has heard what users have been saying: The Web UI will be more intuitive and better geared toward business users. Page navigation will be improved through the use of the Microsoft application framework Silverlight. The workflow will be enhanced. Data staging will be simplified. And the product will be better integrated with SQL Server's BI tools.
"The Denali release of MDS starts to make this a much more integrated ecosystem with the SQL Server product suite," Kromer said, "which I think will go a long way in increasing the usefulness of MDS and the customer adoption rate."
Microsoft released the revamped MDS features in a community technology preview (CTP) of Denali in July, and users who've worked with the new version report that they're seeing improvements in the product. According to feedback, performance is better and the UI is more user-friendly, partly because it has been rebuilt in Silverlight.
Perhaps the most popular MDS feature in the Denali CTP is a new add-in for Excel. Haselden said Excel integration will further address concerns about the UI, improving the look and feel "to the extent that most business users will use Excel as the preferred experience."
Radcliffe was not so sure. Although he agreed Excel might be beneficial to people accustomed to the program, he said it should be only one of several UIs offered in MDS. "For example, many competitive MDM products have graphical UIs that allow you to visualize, transverse and manipulate hierarchies," he said. "I'm not sure that Excel is the best tool for that. And on the data stewardship side, again, people are looking for very visual analysis and reporting tools."
Microsoft might not have any choice but to deliver the tools it has, given the number of MDM products crowding the arena, such as SAP NetWeaver MDM, Oracle Master Data Management Suite, IBM InfoSphere Master Data Management Server and Informatica MDM. As Radcliffe points out, MDS comes at a good price -- it's free -- and that's definitely worth considering. Even so, he said, MDS "is still a long way behind the MDM competition."
A peek inside Master Data Services
MDS organizes master data into models. Each model contains a single domain of data—that is, data related in a meaningful way, such as product or customer information. Within each model, you can configure a set of objects that correspond to objects in the MDS database:
- Entity. A set of related data that corresponds with a database table.
- Attribute. An entity property that corresponds to a table's column.
- Domain-based attribute. An attribute linked to another entity's attribute (often corresponding to a column's foreign key).
- Attribute group. A collection of attributes used to group data in the MDS interface.
- Member. An entity record that corresponds to a row in the database table. Leaf and consolidated members support explicit hierarchies. A leaf member is at the lowest level of the hierarchical structure. A consolidated member can serve as parent to a leaf member or other consolidated member. A collection member is part of a collection.
- Attribute value. A specific data value in a member (corresponds to a row's value in a database table).
- Hierarchy. The hierarchical organization of members. Derived hierarchies are based on the relationships established by domain-based attributes. Explicit hierarchies are groups of data organized according to a user's requirements.
- Collection. A user-defined subset of members.
- Business rule. Business logic stored as a SQL expression and applied to imported data.
- Subscription view. A view created specifically for systems accessing the master data.
Think of MDS as a front-end application that lets you store and manage data within a SQL Server database. The application automatically takes care of table structures, relationships, constraints, permissions and other database components, letting you focus on the data itself.
Robert Sheldon is a technical consultant and the author of numerous books, articles and training material related to Microsoft Windows, various relational database management systems and business intelligence design and implementation. Find more information at http://rhsheldon.com.
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In working on my lecture on Foucault's 1970-71 course I have been rereading some related texts, including the "Nietzsche, Genealogy, History" essay. I know this text well, as I've taught it and it was a fundamental text in my PhD thesis, which was on Nietzsche, Heidegger and Foucault (and was reworked into Mapping the Present).
The final lines particularly struck me in relation to the newly available course. This is where Foucault is suggesting that the three modalities of history in Nietzsche's second Untimely Meditation are reworked within genealogy. The key one, for me, is the third. The translation in the Aesthetics volume of the 'Essential Works' (itself a modification of the earlier translation in Language, Counter-Memory, Practice) reads:
The critique of the injustices of the past by a truth held by men in the present becomes the destruction of the man who maintains knowledge [connaissance] by the injustice proper to the will to knowledge.
My standard practice is to check all quotes to the original language. That reads:
La critique des injustices du passé par la vérité que l'homme détient aujourd'hui devient destruction du sujet de connaissance par l'injustice propre à la volonté de savoir.
I'm not convinced that's very good. It is a bit clunky in the summary of the 1874 notion; but it gets downright misleading in the understanding of genealogy. Sujet is translated as man; 'maintains' appears for nowhere to make sense of that choice, when sujet de connaissance has a very different meaning; and propre is something of a false-friend in this context. Here's another attempt (comments welcome).
The critique of past injustices by the truth held by man today becomes the destruction of the subject of connaisssance by the injustice specific to the will to knowledge.
The last phrase, forming both the 1970-71 course title and the title of the first volume of The History of Sexuality, is itself complicated. Depending on context it also means 'the will to know', and Foucault clearly means both senses to be in play.
[Update: Clare O'Farrell has kindly posted this retranslation and comments to her Foucault site]


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"Hughes Hubbard Lands Another Aviation 'Deal of the Year'"
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For the fourth straight year, Hughes Hubbard & Reed served as counsel in a transaction named "Deal of the Year" by Airfinance Journal, the aviation industry's leading publication.
A Hughes Hubbard team led by Steve Chung advised on a matter selected as 2015's "North America Deal of the Year." In the previous three years, the firm has been recognized for its role in six transactions named "Deal of the Year." The prestigious awards recognize "a selection of the best financings of last year by both region and financing structure." The winners were announced at an awards ceremony in Miami on April 18. Hughes Hubbard represented a consortium of banks as joint bookrunners in a $1.21 billion debt offering of ECAF 1 Series 2015-1 notes issued by Canadian equipment finance company Element Financial. The asset-backed securitization (ABS) deal closed in June 2015 and was the first aircraft ABS issuance since 2008 to exceed $1 billion. "The deal has scooped the North American award for its size, complexity and its significance for Element, which is using the deal to consolidate this stage of its growth in the aircraft leasing market," Airfinance Journal said. The publication noted the deal achieved oversubscription across all three tranches, despite being issued in turbulent market conditions (the U.S. Treasury rate hit its highest point in the year during the marketing process because of volatility related to the imminent rate hike.) "Yet despite this, the deal attracted orders from 27 unique investors, including many which were new to the commercial aviation sector." In addition to Chung, the Hughes Hubbard team included Andrew Fowler, Chris Fickes, Jason Kaplan, AJ Macdonald, Emily Nordin and Hughes Hubbard alums Robyn Morris and Arinze Ike. Sarah Downie and Melissa Duffy provided Employee Retirement Income Security Act and Office of Foreign Assets Control assistance, respectively.
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FC: A YEAR IN REVIEW | Revelation in Math! | Adam Bunn
1: This Book is Dedicated to the lovely Mrs. Pitt
2: Graphing | - To graph an equation is to make a drawing that represents the solutions of an equation. - An x-intercept is a point (a,0). To find a, let y=0 and solve for x - An y-intercept is a point (0,b). To find b, let x=0 and solve for y
3: Symmetry | - Algebraic Tests of Symmetry: -x-axis: if replacing y with -y produces an equivalent equation, then the graph is symmetric with respect to the x-axis -y-axis: if replacing x with -x produces an equivalent equation, then the graph is symmetric with respect to the y-axis. -origin: if replacing x with -x and y with -y produces an equivalent equation, then the graph is symmetric with respect to the origin.
4: Variations | - Direct Variation: y=kx - Inverse Variation: y=k/x - Joint Variation: y=k(x)(z) - mostly in word problems
5: Complex Numbers | - the number i is defined such that i=square root of -1 i^2=-1 - A complex number is a number is a number of the form a+bi, where a and b are real numbers. The number a is said to be the real part of a+bi and the number b is said to be the imaginary part of a+bi
6: Quadratic Equations | - A quadratic equation is an equation that can be written in the form ax^2+bx+c=0 where a, b, and c are real numbers
7: The Remainder Theorem | - If a number c is substituted for x in the polynomial f(x), then the result f(c) is the remainder that would be obtained by dividing f(x) by x-c, that is, if f(x)=(x-c)Q(x)+R, then f(c)=R
8: Asymptotes | -Vertical: occur at any x-values that make the denominator 0 -The x-axis is the horizontal asymptote: when the degree of the numerator is less than the degree of the denominator - A horizontal asymptote other than the x-axis: occurs when the numerator and the denominator have the same degree - An oblique asymptote: occurs when the degree of the numerator is 1 greater than the degree of the denominator
9: Parametric Equation | - if f and g are continuous functions of t on an interval I, then the set of ordered pairs (x,y) such that x=f(t) and y=g(t) is a plane curve. The equations x=f(t) and y=g(t) are parametric equations for the curve. - The variable t is the parameter


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How to disable SSH in Cisco Devices?
We all know the importance of SSH, and it is one of most used method for remote access of Cisco Devices either it might be a Cisco Router or a Cisco Switch. Most of the Network Engineers I come across say it is so complicated to either enable or disable the SSH in Cisco Devices.
If you simply try to use "no commands" used to enable SSH it will not work. Here is the tip to disable the SSH in either Cisco Router or Cisco Switches.
Commands used to enable SSH in a Cisco Device
ITKE-AS1(config)#ip domain-name itke.com
ITKE-AS1(config)#crypto key generate rsa general-keys modulus 512
The name for the keys will be: ITKE-AS1.itke.com
% The key modulus size is 512 bits
% Generating 512 bit RSA keys, keys will be non-exportable…[OK]
ITKE-AS1(config)#aaa new-model
ITKE-AS1(config)#aaa authentication login default local
ITKE-AS1(config)#aaa authentication exec default local
Commands used to disable SSH in a Cisco Device
Do notice if you use the command "no crypto key generate rsa" it will not work rather the device will suggest you to use the 'crypto key zeroize rsa' command, amazing isn't it
ITKE-AS1(config)#no crypto key generate rsa
% Use 'crypto key zeroize rsa' to delete signature keys.
ITKE-AS1(config)#crypto key zeroize rsa
% All RSA keys will be removed.
% All router certs issued using these keys will
will also be removed.
Do you really want to remove these keys? [yes/no]: yes


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Contracts and Procurement
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NHS Eastern Cheshire Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) procures services from a range of providers. Contracts vary from small one-off purchases to large works or service contracts.
When procuring services we ensure fair opportunity, competition and value for money.
The form of procurement we use varies depending on the nature of the product or service being procured but can include Any Qualified Provider competitive and non-competitive tendering.
We follow public procurement regulations and guidelines when determining the form of procurement and our approach.
The regulations mean we cannot favour providers simply because they are already in contract with us, an NHS organisation, located in our area, or employing local people.
Monitor is the sector regulator for health services in England. It aims to protect and promote the interests of patients by ensuring that the whole sector works for their benefit.
The CCG adheres to the guidance which Monitor produce. Further information can be found here.
Closure of Supply2Health
Historically, all health related contract opportunities have been advertised on Supply2Health.
The Supply2Health website closed on Friday 21st March 2014, and has been replaced by the centralised Government website, Contracts Finder.
Providers will therefore no longer receive alerts from Supply2Health advising of forthcoming procurements or events in their local area.
In order to continue to receive alerts about providing health related services to any part of the NHS, or joint commissioning services which would affect other Government bodies or organisations, for example, Local Authorities, you will need to register on Contracts Finder at https://www.gov.uk/contracts-finder
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Smash, is among the series that won't be returning at NBC next season.
Originally a bright spot on NBC's scheduled during its first season, "Smash" started Season 2 off on a bad foot. After being off the air for about nine months, the new season debuted to disastrous ratings -- 4.5 million viewers and a 1.1 rating in the coveted 18-49 demographic -- and it only went down from there. Because of the ratings, it wasn't surprising that the network decided to cancel "Smash."
"Smash" is hardly the only show the network canceled: "1600 Penn," "Animal Practice," "Deception," "Do No Harm," "Go On," "Guys With Kids," "Up All Night," "Whitney" and "The New Normal" also got the axe. Plus, "30 Rock" signed off for good.
TVLine confirmed the cancellation, adding that the series will wrap up with a two-hour finale on Sunday, May 26.
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Friday, May 17, 2013
American Idol Season 12 Winner: Candice Glover!
Candice Glover is the new "American Idol" winner. The 23-year-old beat out Kree Harrison to take the "American Idol" crown for Season 12.
Glover is the first female winner since Jordin Sparks won "American Idol" Season 6. Third time's the charm it seems, this season was the third time Glover tried out for "American Idol."
The "American Idol" finale opened with group number featuring the Top 10 contestants singing The Wanted's "Glad You Came" to an audience filled with past "Idol" winners and contestants. Janelle Arthur took the stage with The Band Perry and the Top 5 "Idol" boys sang a medley with surprise guest Frankie Valli.
Mariah Carey finally took to the "American Idol" stage to sing a medley of hits, including her current single "#Beautiful."
In addition to Frankie Valli, there were plenty more celebrity cameos. Emeli Sande joined fourth runner-up Amber Holcomb to sing her hit "Next To Me" and Oscar winner Jennifer Hudson showed up to sing "Inseparable" with Candice Glover.
The Top 5 "Idol" women also did a medley with Aretha Franklin via satellite. The special guests didn't stop there: Jennifer Lopez returned to "American Idol" and performed with Pitbull.
"American Idol" returns for Season 13 in January 2014.
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Pickup Combinations - A Primer
Since we've been in the business of putting together preamp
systems for acoustic instruments longer than anyone else, we've
come across most of the configurations that players would like
to use with their instruments. The bottom line is that nearly
everyone wants something different, and needs a different approach
to achieving it. For that reason, we've tried to incorporate
as many features as you're likely to need both now and in the
future. Since most players find that one pickup can't do the
entire job, the SPS-1 is designed specifically for blending a
pickup with something else, be it another pickup, an internal
mic, or an external mic. What combination you choose depends
a lot on your playing style - flatpicking or fingerpicking, playing
solo instrumental music, accompanying vocals, or playing with
other instruments at high sound pressure levels. Even whether
you play in small clubs or with a concert sound system. The choices
you make also depend on whether you're playing live or in the
studio. Here are a few of the most popular combinations, and
why people use them.
Two External Mics
The faint of heart need not apply! If you're a purist, and
you're playing solo guitar in a studio environment, this is the
combination you're most likely to use. However, it requires a
pair of high quality condenser mics, and a great sounding room.
Since the SPS-1 has two studio-quality mic preamps, parametric
EQ and stereo output, it's the ideal preamp for going directly
to DAT or digital multitrack. Perfect for recording you solo
record yourself. No one would think of using this combination
live, however, and expect to be heard. Unless, of course, you're
doing a classical concert in a great European hall.
Pickup + External Mic
This is probably the ideal combination for solo acoustic performance,
when you're looking for a good representation of the sound of
your instrument but want some control over how 'woody' your guitar
will sound. In most cases the pickup will be some sort of string-sensitive
device, either a saddle or under the saddle piezo (that's pee-ay-zo
folks, not pee-zo or pie-zo) transducer or a magnetic soundhole
pickup. Some work better than others, some are easier to install,
and some are just awful! The idea here is to use the pickup to
provide the direct 'in-your-face' sound of the vibrating string,
and combine it with the ambient sound of the wood vibration the
external mic gives you. By varying the blend between the direct
and ambient sound, you can get a very reasonable representation
of your instrument. You can use more pickup in a very lively
room, and more mic in a dead room.
By using a single pickup or two pickup Preamp Module in one
channel of the SPS-1, and an external mic in the other, you can
have complete control over this blend on stage. Many players
find that piezo transducers flatter light fingerstyle playing,
but are harsh when the strings are hit hard. The best magnetic
pickups, on the other hand, don't fold up when played hard, but
are too 'round' sounding for players who prefer that 'brash'
piezo sound. The choice is up to you. Check out what your favorite
player is using, and see if it works for you. In addition, most
studio recording of acoustic instruments also relies on using
these two sound sources. During mixdown you can establish the
blend of pickup and mic that gets the guitar to cut through the
mix. The downside is that you have to have to stay glued to one
position for the mic to be effective. This doesn't work for everyone.
And, you can't use this setup with high stage levels or in a
band situation, since both feedback - and more important - leakage
of other instruments into the mic, will present major problems.
Mic selection and placement will often help solve some of these
problems, but not in all cases, or even in all rooms.
Pickup + Internal Mic
This is currently a hot combination, since it gives you the
benefits of an external mic, and you can move around. There is
a price to be paid, however, since a mic inside a guitar will
never sound as good as a mic out in front of your guitar.
It may come pretty close, and in many cases it works very well,
but it's still a compromise. After all, it's is a mic in a box.
All that said, it works quite well in many applications, particularly
for solo players or groups where the stage levels are low. The
problems encountered with external mics, namely feedback and
leakage, are also problems here. Feedback problems can usually
be cured by keeping the mic out of the stage monitors, which
the SPS-1's monitor output allows you to do. Leakage, however
is another matter. The mic is in a resonant box with a hole in
it, which acts as a 'magnet' for low frequency sound, particularly
drums and bass. You can roll off all the low end on the mic,
but isn't that what you wanted the mic for in the first place?
A word about soundhole covers: You may think that by blocking
the sound hole, you're blocking external sounds from reaching
the internal mic. This is true, but you're also preventing air
from moving inside the instrument. If the air doesn't move, neither
does the diaphragm of the mic. Consequently, the output of the
mic drops dramatically, and sounds pretty dreadful. Venting the
cover by putting a few holes in it sometimes works, but often
the results are less than satisfactory. Sometimes you see a gauze
pad over a soundhole, which lets the guitar 'breathe'. It only
attenuates high frequency leakage though, not kick drum and bass.
Mic placement is another matter. The two most popular positions
are at the 2:00 or 5:00 position (neck is 12:00, bridge is 6:00),
tucked inside the soundhole about 1-2", 1" below the
top, and aimed out at the strings. At certain positions inside
the instrument there are 'nodes' where the low end boominess
is less severe. Hunt around until you find a position that sounds
best without EQ. Some mics are less boomy to start with, particularly
hypercardioid capsules. Sometimes, pointing the capsule up directly
at the top, as close to the top as possible without touching
(sort of a PZM configuration), works well with large-body instruments.
A little time searching for the best position will pay off in
the long run.
To sum up: internal mics work well when stage levels are low,
the mic is kept out of the monitors, and you've invested some
time in hunting for a sweet spot inside the guitar.
Two Pickups
If you're playing in a band, and it's loud, you can rule out
any type of mic. In this case, there are a couple of options.
You can get a 'woodier' sound by blending a string-sensitive
pickup with a contact piezo transducer mounted to the top. Although
the contact pickup can feed back, the feedback occurs at the
cavity resonance of the instrument, which can easily be notched
out with parametric EQ on the SPS-1. The advantage, of course
is that leakage is no longer a problem. You won't get the sound
of the pick or your fingers hitting the strings, but at high
sound levels this isn't a great sacrifice. You will get some
body noise, though - the sound of your shirt sleeve scraping
against the top, or your perspiring forearm peeling off the top.
Another alternative is to blend two string-sensitive pickups.
A common combination is a saddle piezo pickup blended with a
magnetic soundhole pickup. Here, you're getting two different
tonal colors which you can blend to your liking. The piezo transducer
is great for that brash, 'in your face' sound, and a biting attack.
The magnetic pickup is ideal for getting harmonics out of your
instrument (especially for tapping), and does very nice things
for slide playing. It definitely opens a lot of possibilities.


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Andrew Zimmern: Why it's okay to eat seafood right off a Croatian beach
"Bizarre Foods" host Andrew Zimmern has racked up more than a few airline miles in his day.
The Travel Channel host and brave taste-tester came in to talk to use about his travel tips and best picks for vacation. So what is this world traveler's top spot? Croatia.
"It is what Italy was 200 years ago," Zimmern said of the Mediterranean country. "In Italy on the East coast, you can no longer - because of the boat traffic and the number of people - reach down in the water, and I'm talking about right off the beach, and pull out fresh seafood and eat it. Fifty miles across in Croatia, you actually can."
Zimmern says Croatia is one of Europe's best values. While Croatia is in the European Union, it still uses the country's currency, the kuna, instead of the euro. And with today's strong dollar, the exchange rate is a favorable 6.8 kuna to $1. (A beer is less than $2 and you can get a nice meal at a to tier restaurant for about $40).
Zimmern also says South America is a bargain because of the untouched beauty and what you see.
"The best deals in the world right now are in South America," Zimmern said. "Santiago, Chile is unbelievable. Ecuador – coastal Ecuador is one of the most beautiful spots on Earth and you never hear anyone say that they're going there."
But where ever you decide to go, don't let the prices be the only deciding factor, he says.
"Don't fall prey to the bargain hunters mentality, where you're going to waste your money, to take a trip just because it happens to be discounted," Zimmern said. "Find something you really like to do. If you don't like to sit on the beach and read a stack of books, don't go on a beach vacation."
If you're not looking to get your passport stamped, Zimmern suggests rediscovering new spots at home.
"Most people are forgetting how much fun it is to get in the car and drive one hour to the other side of town, or two hours to the town nearest to you, or six to seven hours and just explore," Zimmern said.
"The best vacation I ever – and I travel for a living nine months a year – we flew to California, my wife and son and I rented a car, and we had no agenda we just went. We knew when we were flying out of LA, so we just drove all around and discovered places and stayed in motels and watched stupid movies at night in our room and just had that kind of family fun that you can only have when there's no agenda."
Click here to hear the rest of the interview.
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Dior Brings a Fashion Show to Monaco (and the Stars Follow!)
Dior presented its 2014 resort collection in Monaco's capitol of Monte Carlo over the weekend, and the stars attending the Cannes Film Festival in neighboring France briefly left the scene to take in the design house's fashion show. Clad in head-to-toe Dior, Jessica Biel, Marion Cotillard, and Zhang Ziyi traveled the 50 minutes to Monaco to join Princess Charlene of Monaco to watch the Dior Cruise Collection make its way down the runway. Afterward, the stars stayed in Monaco to celebrate the sophisticated and feminine collection at a cocktail reception thrown by Princess Charlene in honor of her good friend and Dior designer, Raf Simons. Click the photo above to see the celebrities who sat front row at the show!
• Carey Mulligan at Cannes in Dior
• Dior's Fall 2013 Fashion Show
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We worship at 10:00 am every Sunday. Our worship blends traditional and contemporary music.
Our choir practices on Thursday evenings at 7:00 p.m. and sings at our Sunday worship services. The choir is often joined by other singers in our community to perform Christmas and Easter cantatas.
Kid Connect
Kid Connect, a children's program for toddlers to 12-year olds, is staffed by a trained team of volunteers. Kid Connect runs concurrently with our Sunday worship.
Violin Lessons
We offer children's violin lessons through Calvin Strings. The children perform occasionally at our worship services.
Calvin Clappers
The Calvin Clappers are a hand-bell choir that practice regularly and lead us in worship a few times a year.


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Youth at Risk: An Analysis of the Health Behaviors of Roanoke County Students
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The identification of key health risks among the adolescent population allows Roanoke County to develop and implement a youth risk behavior prevention program that is tailored to the needs of the students. This study provides Roanoke County Schools with a large sample of student survey data regarding youth risk behavior. The final sample includes 6504 student surveys. The research tool that was used for the study is titled the Youth Risk Behavior Survey. The instrument is designed to gather data in six categories: behaviors that contribute to unintentional and intentional injuries; tobacco use; alcohol and other drugs; sexual behavior; dietary behavior; and physical activity. Roanoke County students reported participating in at risk behavior more than their national counterparts in all six categories. Injuries, violence, drugs, and behaviors related to dieting, had the highest number of responses above percents reported in national YRBS data. Additional research is needed to determine the impact of prevention programs designed to deal with these problem behaviors.
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Once again we traveled up to Tulsa, OK, to attend Dillon's Korea Heritage Camp. Once again it was awesome. We hooked up with our adoption friends as we do every year and also met some new ones. The strong of adoption connects us all and will always be something we will have in common. Quinn loves it too and it is great for us well being to be around other adoptees and other Koreans.
We also learned that we might get Zane home sooner than people think.
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We also recently launched http://www.bradyspeers.org which is a resource for charities we believe in and try to support. You can learn more about Dillon there and would love if others would join us in supporting these organizations and efforts.
Brady Speers is a father of four and married to his amazing wife Julie. They have twin girls and two Korean born sons, plus two dogs! Brady and Julie live in the Dallas/Fort Worth Area and she is a homeschooling mother and he is a retirement income planner with Safe Retirement Experts. For more about his work visit. www.bradyspeers.net


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An exclusive 4x4 "Forest Experience" route through the Wilderness section of the Garden Route National Park awaits adventure lovers during the National Heritage weekend in September, with three routes to choose from.
SANParks Honorary Rangers Wilderness Region and the SANParks staff of the Wilderness section of the Garden Route National Park have organised the 4x4 trail excursions which will, for the first time, have access to certain areas in the national park not normally open to the public. The routes feature indigenous forests, fynbos and stunning mountain vistas.
The event takes place on September 23 and 24
Access to the 4x4 Exhibition - to be held at the Wilderness Common, the starting area of the 4x4 excursion - is open to the public. Participation in the routes is strictly controlled and each route excursion is restricted in the number of vehicles which can participate. A trained Honorary Ranger guide will accompany the vehicles during the excursion.
There are three routes, one crossing the Voortrekker Pass, one going up to Windmeulnek and a third accessing the Goldfields region of the park. The routes, all graded between 1 and 3, will provide public access to roads that are under normal conditions closed to the public.
The routes will all depart from the Wilderness Common at staged intervals. The Common will also be the venue for a 4x4 Exhibition where leading manufacturers of 4x4 goods will exhibit their wares.
The plan by SANParks Honorary Rangers is to organise the 4x4 Forest Experience as an annual fund-raising event and an opportunity to showcase the magnificent natural features of the Garden Route National Park.


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Tuesday, October 7, 2014
I often ask clients who are parents of a special needs child, "Have you decided who will be responsible for your child's financial and healthcare decision-making after their 18th birthday?" 99% of the time the response is, "What are you talking about? I'm their parent so I will be the decision maker after they're 18… (long pause)… right?" Wrong.
In Pennsylvania the law states that a person reaches the age of majority (adulthood) upon their 18th birthday whether they have special needs or not. What this means is that when your special needs child turns 18, the Commonwealth considers them adults capable of making their own decisions. But what if they can't?
An adult with special needs is considered incapacitated if they are unable to evaluate information and communicate decisions effectively, or are impaired to the extent that they are partially or totally unable to manage financial resources or meet the essential requirements for physical health and safety.
If your child is deemed incapacitated, then as their parent or legal guardian, you can petition a court to assign Guardianship for them. There are two kinds of guardianships: a Guardian of the Person, who provides shelter and makes the necessary healthcare decisions; and a Guardian of the Estate, who controls the financial decision making. A court will decide what is in the best interest of the incapacitated person and choose who the guardian(s) shall be. This process takes time and can be fairly costly, so parents are counseled to begin preparing for a guardianship situation about 6 months prior to their child's 18th birthday.
If your child is considered to have legal capacity, then they can assign their financial or healthcare decision-making (or both) to whomever they choose through Powers of Attorney documents. Most often a child will choose their parents to be powers of attorney and there is a smooth transition upon their 18th birthday. Powers of attorney take much less time, effort, and expense for the family.
Whether you think your special needs child needs guardianship or powers of attorney, knowing that you can still be legally included and involved in the decision making for their life will provide you with peace of mind as you approach their 18th birthday.
Thursday, September 25, 2014
I was fascinated by a recent New York Times article that talked about the one thing that common folk and millionaires alike agree on: they don't want to talk about death or inheritance. What was particularly stunning to me was that most of the people in this survey had already gone to the trouble of creating a will, yet most agreed that they were not likely to talk to their kids about it! Why go to all of that trouble, and then risk leaving behind a chaotic mess?
The vast majority of my own clients tell me they want two things out of an estate plan: they want to keep it simple, and they don't want the kids to fight. If that's the case, then by all means, BEGIN THE CONVERSATION. Whether that conversation is one-on-one, or guided by a professional, it is the very first step toward building a legacy plan that reflects your values. It is one of the greatest gifts of love you can give your children.
Friday, September 12, 2014
Interested in Special Needs Planning, or know someone who might be? Then consider coming out to the Child Guidance Resource Center's Fall Festival on Sunday, October 5th where HLO Attorney David Siegle will be discussing critical planning initiatives for parents of special needs children. Discover:
The festival runs from 1-6pm, with David's presentation running from 2:30 - 3:00. David will also be available before and after the talk for questions and discussion.
The Fall Fest will be held at the beautiful Fellowship Farm, located at 2488 Sanatoga Rd, Pottstown, PA. In addition to David's workshop the festival will feature:
* Live music* Petting zoo, nature hunts & ropes courses* Healthy food and drinks* Low-stimulation nature trails & pond area* Quiet, indoor art & reading activities* Educational workshops & speakers for parents,, and more!
For more information:Call: 484-454-8744email: email@example.com: cgrc.org/about-us/actvities-and-events/fallfest
Tuesday, August 26, 2014
Special Needs Trusts are designed to provide additional financial support to a person with a mental or physical disability. There are three basic categories of special needs trusts: Self-Settled, Pooled, or Third Party special needs trusts. This article will explore the features of self-settled and third party trusts; which comprise the majority of special needs trusts drafted today. Pooled trusts are not commonly used as they involve the pooling of assets from multiple trusts for investment purposes and do not always qualify as a special needs trust.
Special needs trusts provide you the option of utilizing them in conjunction with or in lieu of government benefits to provide for the needs of your disabled loved one. If you choose to use a special needs trust in conjunction with government benefits, a vital detail to remember is that the trust should "supplement" and not "supplant" those benefits.
Self-Settled Trust: Self-Settled trusts are a product of federal law 42 U.S.C. § 1396p (4)(d)(A), which is sometimes known as either a "(4)(d)(A)" or "payback" trust. The main features of a self-settled trust are:
While the self-settled trust is appropriate in certain situations, its lack of flexibility can be a drawback that would not make it an applicable choice for some families.
Third Party Trust: The third party trust is most commonly used by parents who are establishing a means to provide supplemental financial support to a child with a special need. The key features of a third party trust are:
Either trust, if properly planned and drafted will serve the function of providing supplemental financial support for a loved one with a special need; the choice on which to use should be based on your own personal situation and needs.
Tuesday, August 19, 2014
There's a story that estate planners have been telling clients for years about the need for people to have at least the basic documents (a will) of an estate plan prepared, just in case. Here's how it goes… James Dean was an actor in the 1950's. He starred in movie classics such as Rebel without a Cause, Giant, and East of Eden. James was raised by his aunt and uncle after he was abandoned by his father as a baby and he had no relationship with his father by the time that he became a star. Dean's movie career was cut short in 1955 when he was tragically killed in a car crash, creating the pop culture legend of James Dean that still survives 60 years later.
Dean's estate generates approximately $1-3 million annually through the licensing of his likeness on merchandise and in commercials. That's about $120 million dollars over the past 60 years. And who owns the rights to his likeness and runs his estate? His father, not the aunt and uncle who raised him since he was a baby. Why? Because when Dean died back in 1955 he had no estate plan, not even a will, and he died intestate. Under California and most States' intestate laws, Dean's father (as his closest living blood relative) was entitled to the estate. How fair was that?
But that was 60 years ago, surely people have learned from Dean's mistake, especially celebrities with a high net worth. Wrong. Philip Seymour Hoffman, Oscar winner for his title role in Capote, passed away earlier this year and because he didn't have an updated estate plan, two of his three children will be left out of inheriting their portion of his estimated $35 million estate. So even though he had an estate plan, he never updated the plan, and because of that two of his children may get nothing.
Protect your family, protect your loved ones, protect your assets, protect yourself. If it can happen to movie stars who are surrounded by lawyers, managers, agents, accountants, and assistants, then it can happen to you. But it doesn't have to happen to anyone. A properly planned and updated estate plan will help you avoid costly mistakes like Dean's and Hoffman's.
Thursday, August 7, 2014
August is here. That means the summer is winding down, fall is in the air, and children all over the country are starting to head off to college. They have packed up all the things they will need when they are away at school. As parents, you've doubled checked to make sure they haven't forgotten anything important. But are you forgetting something? Probably.
When we send our kids off to college we worry that they will be happy; we worry that they will healthy; we worry that they are safe; we worry. We are not their landlords any longer, but we will always be their parents. We believe that if our child gets hurt when they are away at school, we will automatically be contacted by the school or the hospital or the doctor. We are wrong.
Almost 20 million students were enrolled in college in 2009 and 99% of them were age 18 or older*. Legally, that 99% of college students are adults and their parents are now no longer able to make medical decisions or have access to the health information for them. Your son or daughter is only 18, they're still a child in your mind; you are their parent and you want to be informed if they are sick or hurt. You can.
There are two documents that every student should have prior to going off to college: a Health Care Power of Attorney (HCPOA) and a HIPAA release. When your child is unable to make medical decisions on their own, due to incapacitation, the HCPOA provides you with the ability to make those decisions in their place. The HIPAA release allows the hospital or doctor's office to legally discuss your child's private medical information with you so that you can have the knowledge to make the right choice for their care. We all want our children to go to school and have happy, healthy, and safe experiences; the Health Care Power of Attorney and the HIPAA Release are two legal documents that provide you with the peace of mind that you can be there for your children when they may need you most.
* Statistics provided by the US Census Bureau data for 2012
Thursday, July 31, 2014
Pets are more than furry companions; they are part of the family. And just like other family members, more and more Americans are looking for ways to care for their pets after they pass away. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, there are 70 million pet dogs and 74 million pet cats in America. Should we have to abandon or put down our pets just because we pass away, or should we just assume that our children or a friend will take in our pets? We shouldn't have to wonder what will happen to Fluffy or Spot, we can now plan for their care with a Pet Trust.
All across the country more and more states have passed laws that allow for Pet Trusts to be set up for the care of our beloved animals.Read more . . .
Thursday, June 19, 2014
Residents of Pennsylvania often find themselves procrastinating, even if they know the importance of meeting with a wills and trusts lawyer. The whole subject just seems so complicated, and there are certainly more enjoyable ways to spend one's time then pondering death and taxes. The fact that things can be really confusing seems to give us all the encouragement we need to just tell ourselves that we'll take care of the estate planning stuff "later."
Of course, you know what I'm going to say next! You never know when "later" is going to make an appearance, and if you're not set up in advance, all the legal advice about wills and trusts in the world won't be of any help. Yes, this truly is something you need to do in advance. Perhaps demystifying some of the terms involved with wills and trusts will give you the confidence you need to take the next step.
Friday, May 9, 2014
Thank you all Lehigh Valley ACE Advantage™ members for joining us at our Annual Client Meeting. In addition to a delicious dinner at Shula's Steak House, ACE members Millie Xu and her daughter, Jenny Bai treated us to a facinating presentation about Millie's remarkable life story, and how events in her life culminated in the creation of the Live Wright Society. We were particularly impressed with Live Wright's Legacy message:
"Carve your name on hearts, not tombstones.
A legacy is etched into the minds of others and the stories they share about you.
-- Shannon L. Alder"
We couldn't agree more, Millie. Thank you for delivering this thought-provoking message!
Thursday, April 3, 2014
For many older clients in Bucks and Montgomery Counties, Social Security benefits represent a very large portion of their post-retirement income. Because of the way that the system has changed since it was originated in 1935, it is extremely complex. Literally hundreds of amendments have been made in the nearly 80 years since the Social Security Act. It just may take an experienced lawyer to wade through the options with you.
And just what kind of options are you looking at? There are a lot of them to consider. While there is certainly good information to be learned from others who have already been through the process, it could be a big mistake to simply take someone else's word about what is the best approach to take. After all, what is right for one family or individual may not be best for another.
For example, did you know that you might not have to quit working entirely in order to begin collecting Social Security benefits? A lot of people are not aware of this, and it can have a huge impact on their income levels. There are at least four ways that a person can receive his or her Social Security, and that's just for those who are not married. Married couples find that they have a total of 16 different options. Again, having an experienced attorney go over all of the options is a good way to maximize the options available to you.
Speaking of married couples, chances are that the wife will survive the husband and then be eligible for his Social Security benefits. This is very important, as almost a quarter of widows and other single female seniors live below the poverty line. For this reason alone, the responsible thing is for a couple to spend a little time with the estate planning attorney in order to put together a comprehensive plan that will cover either spouse in the event that the other passes away.
While self-sufficiency is certainly an important part of our culture, decisions regarding retirement and estate planning are some that really should be informed by a knowledgeable professional. Estate planning attorneys are well-versed on how Social Security works and are able to provide solid advice on how to get the most of what you deserve. In this day and age, it's pretty simple to get on the Social Security Administration's web site and start submitting requests without having enough background information and knowledge to make the best choices.
When it comes to Social Security and things like Medicaid benefits, there is too much at stake to risk not hiring an estate planning attorney. Whether you will be living strictly off of your Social Security benefits, or they will be used in other ways as a part of your long-term retirement plans, this is not an area to take lightly.
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Perianal abscess is a condition that is always treated with surgical intervention. The procedure used is usually simple and performed under general anesthesia. It typically requires no hospital stay. During the first few weeks after a perianal abscess treatment procedure, your physical activity will be limited to prevent aggravating the surgical injury.
Step 1
Rest. The initial three to four days following the surgery should be spent resting and applying the local wound treatments advised by your surgeon. The rest period is longer if general anesthesia is used.
Step 2
Start with light-intensity exercises. Walking and extremely light-resistance upper-body exercises may be resumed during the month following the rest period. Bicep curls and dumbbell presses using lightweights are examples of resistance exercises that may be done after surgery. Do not engage in any lower-body resistance training; this can be painful and hinders your healing. Squats, lunges and leg presses are all examples of exercises that should be avoided.
Step 3
Avoid lower-body exercises. Lower-body exercises should only be attempted after clearance from your physician. If you receive clearance, start with exercises that do not place too much pressure on your perianal area. Recumbent biking and jogging are examples of exercises that place minimal pressure on the perianal area.
Stop exercising and consult your physician if you feel any pain or discomfort in or around your surgical wound.


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Must Know Tips For Traveling With Kids in Orlando
With a little planning and the right itinerary, taking the little ones to vacation in a new destination is a wonderful experience. It can sometimes be stressful for the adults, so use the following tips to help you plan the perfect trip for the entire family. Remember, you're always welcome at Floridays Resort Orlando!
Be Prepared for the Climate
Children will be happier when they are dressed properly for their surroundings. Check the weather before you leave and be prepared for it. If visiting a warm climate like Orlando, make sure you pack clothes that will be comfortable in the heat along with plenty of sunscreen. Also, be sure to set aside time to cool off in the pool.
Ask Ahead of Time
When making your hotel or resort reservation, be sure to let them know if you have any specific requests. If needing a refrigerator to keep milk cold for your children, find a resort offering suites that will guarantee this for you. If you are asking the resort for a crib, let them know ahead of time so it can be put in your room before you arrive.
Bring Comforts of Home
Make sure your kids are comfortable in an unfamiliar environment by bringing some items from home. A favorite blanket or toy, or some of their favorite snacks, will help them to relax and enjoy their time experiencing new things while on vacation.
Plan Your Meals
Research the area ahead of time to find family-friendly dining options close to your accommodations. Save money by not eating all of your meals out, many hotels & resorts offer kitchen facilities. At Floridays Resort Orlando, all of the suites are equipped with a full kitchen including utensils & dishes. When you arrive, head to a local grocery store or the resort marketplace to pick up food basics that will allow you to prepare some meals and snacks without leaving the room
Don't Skip Date Night
Add a little romance to your vacation. After the kids have gone to bed, order room service and relax with a bottle of wine while enjoying the view from your balcony. Or, choose a resort with suites so you can enjoy a meal in your private dining area without disturbing the sleeping little ones. At Floridays Resort Orlando, all suites come with a Master Bedroom that offers privacy and a large jetted tub.
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Sterling Silver Chicago Charm
DescriptionThe windy city takes centre stage in this entrancing sterling silver charm, enhanced by 'Chicago' wording against a blue enamel background. A fun addition to her existing collection.
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FREE delivery for all orders over $100. Orders under $100 will be charged a flat fee of $9.90.
Once your order has shipped, please allow 2-7 business days for delivery depending on your location. Orders requiring ring sizing take up to three (3) additional business days to complete.
If for any reason you are not 100% satisfied with your purchase, you may return it online or in-store within 30 days of delivery for an exchange or full refund. Subject to meeting the requirements of our refund policy.
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When you purchase any products from Emma & Roe by Michael Hill, you are welcome to have your piece cleaned and polished in store at no charge.
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Create 3 months worth of images, in one session,
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March 1987:
I moved into my new dorm room on the BSU campus, and was slightly dismayed at the news I'd have to take the elevator to the 6th floor of Woody/Shales, then walk up two more flights of stairs. Fortunately, since I was moving in, I could use the service elevator to move my belongings.
My new room was painted in rainbow colors, with lacy pink curtains at the window. I was to have the bed by the door, and my new roomie had gone home for the weekend. I later learned her previous roommate had committed suicide over the break between quarters, by overdosing on pain medication while in the bathtub. Most of the students had already departed; she simply swallowed her meds, took a bath, and went to sleep. I don't know if she eventually drowned, or if the tub was even full of water. All I know is a maintenance worker found her the next day.
When Valerie Martin walked in, we instantly clicked. We were both quiet, and shared a love of the same TV shows. She already had a television, so I'd sent mine back with my parents. My friend Carole was living down the road at the Baptist House, and invited me to join the choir. I also met Shawna, Shawn, and I'm blanking on Shawna's roommate's name. She had been Homecoming Queen at her HS. Anyway, I'd gone to the Back To School Dance with them, and when slow dances began, the four of us sat down. Instantly, four boys came over and snapped the others up, with the fourth one approaching me, but made a detour at the last minute, the expression on his face clearly saying, "Whoa, I don't know you!"
I didn't take offense; I simply enjoyed being around others and dancing again.
Classes began, and I enjoyed all of them.
Next Month: Meeting Bob....
Present Day:
Mom's had back pain this entire week, and finally went to the doctor on Wednesday. We've gone through the two chests and weeded out what she wanted to get rid of, plus went through two stacks of papers. Hopefully today, I'll be making a trip to the post office to mail some packages for her:) I'll be heading home tomorrow, arriving in time to sing at church, and go to karaoke tomorrow night.
Writing-wise, I've spent this entire week working on a new submission to the Crossroads Antho, as well as cleaning up a previously-unfinished one, to be titled Family Secrets, and replace the other one which was deemed 'too dark and disturbing' a week ago. Who knew I'd write a story in which a person *might* need a security blanket before reading it? Sigh.......guess they'd better never read Koontz, King, Andrews, or even Irving!
Spring Forward begins this weekend, so on Monday, I'll be sleep-deprived again. Fun, fun. Plus, Mother Nature continues her bi-polarism....the weather's been in the 60s all week, but today it drops into the 30s, with snow expected in my town and southward tomorrow. Boo....hiss!
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Miller Surfboards
Ellie Miller — Surfboard Builder
Its really inspiring to hear the Miller Surfboards story, of how Ellie started shaping surfboards out of nothing more than curiosity and necessity. From these initial explorations Ellies reputation has grown and she's becoming one of our most exciting and innovative home grown surfboard shapers.
How long have you been surfing? Can you remember that legendary first green wave? (though I can't remember mine)
I remember the exact moment. I was at Fontenella in Andalusia on my bic 7'9. the water there is so beautiful, and it was a glassy 2ft wave. I popped up and realsied I wasnt going directly towards the beach, but sideways along a glassy faced wave…. I didnt shut up for days!
How'd you get into making boards and starting Miller?
I just got into it because I had such an obsession with boards. constantly trawling shops to touch and feel and drool, but never really able to afford my habit! id borrowed a simmons, which i loved, but couldnt afford to buy one, so i decided i'd make my own. id been reading up on shaping and glassing for over a year, but hadnt built up the courage to commit to a blank and materials, but i decided that if i screwed it up, atleast i'd have tried. It actually turned out pretty good, infact i still ride it now. along with my first log, a pig, its the only board i will never sell. after my 4th board I got a couple of locals ask me to build for them, which i did. So I never set out to start Miller surfboards as such….. it just evolved, I can't think of it as a brand at all, its just me, in my little workshop, doing something I love, and making other people happy in the process.
Which shaper would you like to spend a week learning from and why?
If I had to choose one I think Skip Frye would be a decent chap to spend a week with. I respect the fact that he still makes all his own boards.. I'm sure he could have sold out a thousand times over. I'd love to shape one of his big section connectors with him, that'd be fun
Obviously you're governed by what a customer wants when it comes to colours and tints but all your boards I've seen look great (I guess they've all got good taste;) Whats been your favourite colour combo/design so far?
My Favorite board so far, in those terms is my current personal rider, a 9'6 'Slider', it has a solid maroon deck, with a clear bottom, and some quite intricate resin pinlining with volan inlays, insired by a sort of geometric box design I saw in a Bonobo album booklet. Although it looks simple it was outrageously hard to pull off, but it looks terrific. second would be another of my personal boards, a 6'4 single fin, with what a friend calls "french grey" deck, and a green silk fabric inlay underneath. I'm really into those kind of muted solid colours. The possibilities with glassing are endless!!, alot of people are quite happy to be lead a little, or even leave it completely to me… I like these customers very much! : )
You seem to make a lot of logs and mini-simmons style shapes (which are my boards of choice;) Is any particular shape becoming a speciality?
Well I've made more custom simmons than anything other design, so id have to say that was my speciality. its nice for me because it was the simmons shape that started it all off! my own take on the simmons the design, what I've dubbed'the blimp', has evolved to the point now that im really really happy with the design. Everyone who's ridden one has loved it, and I'm really proud of it. I've just begun developing a different simm design, with changes to concaves, and outline, and im playing around with tail shapes…the latest being a sort of 'whale' tail. there are so many branches to explore on the simmons design tree. Dont get me started on logs….. : )
Your recycled Clark Foam hand planes look rad and are a great use of old boards, how'd they come about?
They came about because i was getting large sections of foam left over when cutting out the simmons, so my partner decided to start making the handplanes, which also uses left over bits of resin I have hanging around, and off cuts of cloth. just a nice way to use up leftovers! when I ran out of off cuts, we put word out we take any old or snapped boards off peoples hands, and I just so happened the first one we got was made of old Clark Foam
Do you have any surfers that you support with boards, is a rider program something you could see happening?
No, not really. I'm not into the competitive scene atall, and I have some good local surfers out there buying and riding my boards because they like them. truth be told im a little bit a cynical about buying peoples favour, just doesnt sit right with me, but I guess it depends on the circumstances.
Whats in store for Miller Surfboards in 2014?
I think some of that lies in the hands of the surfers who will, or wont buy my boards! : ) im not one to push what im doing, its not my way. I'd prefer my designs, and the quality of my work to speak for themselves, and that will take as long as it takes. I'm getting a bigger workshop in the spring, which will allow me a bit more space and help keep me organised..i dont plan on upping production all that much…. in terms of workload I'd say things are just about right for me, but I think more space will be good for my head. its integral for me that what im doing remains fun, creative, and personal.
What music is usually playing over the drone of the planer?
Now that can vary greatly depending on what mood im in! last week I was shaping to classic 70′s disco, this week im glassing to Grimes, Nirvana, Flume, Fat Freddy's Drop and The Doors….
Is everything you own covered in dust?
Yes, and resin..lots of resin


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Hey everyone, I'm back with another Resource Roundup! For this post, I've focused in on Sales and Marketing tips. Sales and Marketing are essential to growing your small business, and the resources below give great tips and insight on how to optimize your efforts!
One of the biggest ways for your small business to grow and get leads is through Search Engine Optimization (SEO). SEO has a lot of moving parts and can be very time consuming and tricky, so a lot of small businesses opt to hire a firm to help out. This great article by Entrepreneur gives you 10 questions you need to get answered before hiring an SEO firm.
Technology is becoming more and more important in business operations, especially in Sales and Marketing. For a small business like you, harnessing technology, like CRM systems, is key. Check out this infographic from G2 Crowd on how to build a better Sales & Marketing team with technology.
Sales & Marketing are all about leads. A while back we wrote a blog filled with tips on how your small business can generate leads. Take a look!
Once you've acquired your leads by using SEO and some of our tips above, and have technology, like a CRM built for small businesses, in place to help you manage them, your Sales team needs to contact them! Uberflip has created an awesome article on how your Sales team can get personal with your leads…without being creepy. Check it out here!
I'll be posting my roundup of can't miss Small Business Tips regularly, covering everything from accounting, software, work culture and more! So check back often 🙂
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A new dawn is rising. And this time it's not just another day ahead, but a full year. A year that is still blank, to be filled with hopes, dreams and wishes.
Usually at the end of a year, I look back. Reflect on the beautiful and the bad moments. And look forward to next year: what is going to happen, what things do I want to do, make some nice resolutions.
But this year it's different. For the past year I've pretty much lived my dream: studying abroad. And because 2015 was such a dream year, I don't really have that many wishes for 2016. All I know is that I will be graduating from my bachelors next year and for the rest…
We'll see what happens. I don't want to set any goals, 2016 can come as it comes. I will enjoy the good of it and embrace the bad as well as possible.
So now that the new year is covered, let's look back at the highlights of 2015! Continue reading The Highlights of 2015


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This is a start, but I'm hoping to have swatches of all my eye stuff-MAC, at least! All swatches are done with a MAC 231 brush, and unless noted, over no base. Over time I will be adding swatches of other things, like eyeliners and so forth, and more brands than just MAC.
Bright Future, Bright Sunshine, Aquavert, Aquadisiac, Cool Heat, Moon's Reflection
Stars 'n Rockets, Beautiful Iris, Sunset B., Angelcake, Pink Freeze, In Living Pink, Evening Aura, Star Violet
Sushi Flower, Rose Blanc, Crystal Avalanche, Solar White, Claire de Lune, Goldmine, Amber Lights
Pagan, Plum Dressing, Juiced, Creme de Violet
Engaging, Play on Plums, Fresh Green Mix, Sea & Sky
Eyes on Manish: Nylon, Going Bananas, Bitter, Playful, Electric Eel, Deep Truth
Gem Eyes: Seedy Pearl, Crystal, Shale, Trax, Beauty Marked, Parfait Amour
Heatherette Trio 1: Hoppin', Mood Ring, Cloudburst
Rose is a Rose Quad: Seeds of Love, Petal Worship, Contrast (Solar White was already posted)
In The Gallery Quad: Lightfall, Look At The Eyes, In The Gallery, Private Viewing
Stila Barbie Palette
Stila Barbie Smudgepots: Cobalt Clutch, Purple Pumps, Little Black Dress
Napoleon Perdis Prismatic Eye Quad # 6
Urban Decay 24/7 eyeliners (all liners permanent as of fall 2009)
Top: Stash, Rockstar, Ransom, Lust, Deviant, Covet, Graffiti, Flipside, Electric
Bottom: Honey, Underground, Baked, Lucky, 1999, Bourbon, Gunmetal, Dime, Yeyo, Zero
Too Faced Starry Liners
Stalkerazzi, Silver Lining, Drunk Dial, Super Freak, Restraining Order, Mad, Mad Love, Ooh & Aah, Obsessed Fan
Too Faced Metal Liners
Brown Sugar, Get Lucky, Shotgun, Dirt Bag, Handcuffs, Twilight, Plum Crazy, Blackout
One Response to "Eye Swatches (Updated 8 Sep 09)"
6 August, 2010 at 10:15 pm
I enjoy using the Eye Swatches ,and I wish to use it ,do it myself.


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