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The lives of two fishermen from Portadown Pikers Club who died last year could have been saved if their poorly-repaired boat had been fitted with basic safety equipment.
Dublin's Marine Casualty Investigation Board revealed in an official report on Wednesday that there were holes in the 4.2 metre flat-bottomed craft.
Daryl Burke, 30, and David Warnock, 27, died after the vessel they had borrowed for a camping and fishing trip on Lough Ree sank last March.
A crucial joint between the deck and the hull was in poor condition, while several large drill holes were found on the upper side of the boat, known as the gunwale.
Furthermore, the accident investigators said the transom, or back of the boat, was poorly repaired after suffering previous damage.
"It had several holes in it, possibly as a result of fitting different types of outboard brackets over the lifetime of the vessel," it said in an official report into the tragedy.
It is believed these holes were 50mm below water level at the time the men set out on the boat from Hodson Bay towards their camping site and were letting up to three litres of water into the boat every minute.
A survivor said no significant wave hit the boat and that it sank very quickly from the stern, or the rear of the vessel.
While there were three people on board, the only safety equipment was two life-jackets.
"Had the boat been equipped with flares and a VHF radio it is possible that the rescue services would have arrived at the scene earlier and perhaps have saved the lives of the two casualties," the investigation found.
Mr Burke from Portadown left behind three young sons and his pregnant wife Louise, 28, who later gave birth to their first daughter.
Mr Burke and Mr Warnock, from Richhill, and a third friend, 60-year-old John Trimble, who survived, were among a group of six friends using two boats on a fishing trip on March 20, 2014.


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Lesley Bakker & Melanie Grattidge | Melbourne
Born out of a boyswear 'black hole', mr willo specialises in inspired, eye-catching shirts and well considered, practical wear for the littles in your life. Handmade in Melbourne, the unisex children's wear label by Lesley Bakker & Melanie Grattidge is designed for play, growth and freedom of movement in style! "We are mr willo and we love to play".
At mr willo you will not set your eyes on stereotypical 'boys stuff'. Dinosaurs, cars and robots give way to a signature style that incorporates luxurious cotton flannelette, denims, soft cottons and linen. Think unique, vintage notions and reclaimed leather detailing.
As designers, they strive to ensure longevity, sourcing high quality fabrics, offering traditional cuts with thoughtful tweaks and creating versatile, timeless pieces that can be passed on to special littles to enjoy time and again.
"We are passionate about quality and supporting local industry and also ensure that all of our clothing is made from natural fibres because comfort and practicality is as important as looking good. We strive to provide superior pieces that will withstand the tough wear that small children can inflict on their clothing and be passed down through families and dear friends for years to come."
The concept of Slow Fashion lies at the heart of this label with pieces designed and handmade locally in their Kensington studio. Thought is put in every step of the process. Mr willo also offer one of a kind shirts through their signature ◆ G U T H R I E ◆ range and exclusive short run pieces to ensure your little is an individual.
"We cut our fabric to ensure the off-cuts are as small as we can possibly manage and we keep all of our offcuts to repurpose in our designs, even becoming features. They are the patches on bottoms, reinforcements in knees and behind buttons and are pieced together to form completely new items wherever possible. No off-cut is discarded, it is held onto until we can find the perfect use for the piece."

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text: Having been in the IT industry long enough to remember when the idea of "ERP" first started making the rounds, I have watched with some fascination the struggle that organizations go through to decide how to justify an enterprise solution strategy. At the same time as a business owner or manager decides they must acquire the latest automated machinery with the belief that it will improve the business; often a decision about enterprise software is put on the back burner because the cost seems higher than anyone knows how to explain in the context of the overall business. Although it is obvious that I'm biased on this discussion, there is often a compelling case for understanding your business inputs, processes and outcomes more fully that is ignored, and opportunities to make the business function better are passed up.


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Recruiting Veterans for the College of Social Work
Removing the Boots Doesn't Mean Removing the Skills
The University of Tennessee, College of Social Work, actively recruits veterans to continue to serve beyond the battlefield. Military training has provided vital skills that are often needed in the social work profession. The versatility of our programs provides for leadership development in both the clinical practice arena and the organizational management or advocacy positions.
Social Work is an excellent way for returning veterans to "leave no soldier behind" (Dan Lapinski) here on the home front. We offer training and career opportunities for veterans to be supportive of each other and to provide resources to help fellow warriors heal and reintegrate into new and better civilian lives. For more information contact Susan Bryant, Coordinator, Student Recruitment and Student Affairs. email@example.com
A Yellow Ribbon College
The College of Social Work is on the quest to participate in assisting veterans to achieve their BSSW, MSSW, DSW or PhD in Social Work.
The College of Social Work was the second program at the University of Tennessee to receive approval to participate in the Yellow Ribbon G.I. Bill Education Enhancement Program, also known as the Yellow Ribbon Program. The College of Social Work will make a contribution to one individual student during the academic year, for a maximum amount of $3,000.00 per academic year. The Yellow Ribbon Program matches the scholarship, doubling the benefit to the student. This award will be granted on a first-come-first-served basis. The program agreement permits the school and the Veterans Administration to provide matching funds to cover all or a portion of the outstanding amount of established charges not covered under the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
The Yellow Ribbon Program is part of the Post-9/11 GI Bill and eligibility for the benefit at College of Social Work is open to DSW or MSSW graduate students in good standing.
For information about additional eligibility requirements, go to the UT Veterans Affairs page. The program agreement permits the school and the VA to provide matching funds to cover all or a portion of the outstanding amount of established charges not covered under the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
Continuing Education for Social Work Service Providers in Tennessee
For many veteran servicemen and women, the wars they have left behind become a silent war with invisible wounds when they return home. The reintegration process is often difficult, fraught with serious mental health issues, family reintegration struggles, depression and anxiety, fear of loss of purpose, financial worries, PTSD, and even homelessness. Social workers are actively involved in assessing these needs, and assisting veterans and their families with this adjustment.
Despite the 22% decline in veteran suicides, the number of individuals suffering in silence continues to climb. The demand for highly qualified military social workers is at an unprecedented high.
The UT College of Social Work is offering online training for Tennessee service providers at no charge. Based upon 8 face-to-face trainings offered during the 2013-2014 year, these online modules provide a breadth of training for social workers who are privileged to serve our veterans, military personnel, and their families. For full information, click here
Trauma-Informed Certificate Program with a Military Focus
The University of Tennessee, College of Social Work seeks to support veterans and their families throughout the reintegration process by providing specialized education and training to veteran service providers and social work students who have an interest in working with military families. As part of our MSSW Program, we offer a Trauma Certificate with a Military Social Work focus, which allows students to study the effects of trauma on the brain and its neuro-scientific consequences. As a result, we are able to study and apply cutting-edge, evidence-based interventions and related best practices.


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My 2015-2016 Reading List - Third Quarter/
Below is the full list of books that held my interest long enough to finish over the last nine months. If you want to take a look at previous years, you can click "Books" on the navigation bar or access them here: 2013-2014 and 2014-2015. You may also want to check out my list of Top 12 Life-Enhancing Books, as well as the top lessons learned from reading over 100 books.
The past few months have taken me in a number of directions, from philosophy and health, to economics and consumerism to learning and career management. The topics do vary a good deal but I find they complement each other nicely, similar to the multiple examples Steven Johnson (How We Got to Now) presents of how many of the great ideas come from multi-disciplinarians.
As was the case in a number of previous quarters, I abandoned a number of books without finishing them (these books don't make the list). I think this "book sampling" helps me better understand where my interests lie and what type of writer I most enjoy.
I read a good deal again this quarter, despite the fact that my life got more hectic with multiple trips, new projects and family matters. I think my continued focus on reading, despite a very full life was fuelled by some great recommendations, by the need for inspiration in my own life, and by the need to research posts I've been working on for this blog and other writing.
The 61 books I did manage to finish (23 in Q1, 19 in Q2 and 19 in Q3) varied a good deal. I read quite a bit about money (finance, investing, economics, the wealth gap), health and wellness (food and exercise), and philosophy and psychology (happiness, culture, and shopping vs minimalism). I also took a deeper dive in trying to understand how we learn about ourselves and others.
Sources of Inspiration
I have the following people/sources to thank for suggestions that made it on the list below: Eric Barker, Raptitude, Stacking Benjamins, Austin Kleon. I also tend to follow the book recommendations of authors whose books I enjoyed, so many of those listed early in the year lead me to books later in the year. Other sources of inspiration include Ted, documentaries available on Netflix and Vimeo, and a conference I attended in September.
The desire to research a topic I want to write about on this blog also drives my reading choices. My eagerness to attempt to offer well-informed commentary lead me to read and write about pharmaceuticals, urban living, balance, investing, thinking and the impact of lifestyle.
I do also appreciate the suggestions I receive from family, friends and F2P readers. (Though I admit that I've learned the hard way to ask what else someone has read and enjoyed when they choose to recommend a book. Context is everything.
Here's Q1, Q2 & Q3. If I've posted the book cover, it means it was a favourite, either because of the writing, the subject matter, or both.
April (12):
- The Power of Patience by M. J. Ryan
- Man's Search For Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl
- Stumbling on Happiness by Daniel Gilbert
- A Million Bucks by 30 by Alan Corey
- Learning to Breathe Fire: The Rise of CrossFit and the Primal Future of Fitness by J. C. Herz
- The Behavior Gap: Simple Ways to Stop Doing Dumb Things With Money by Carl Richards
- Why Am I Always Broke? How To Be Sane About Money by Albert Ellis and Patricia A. Hunter
- Born Standing Up by Steve Martin
- Le Petit Prince (The Little Prince) by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
- The Art of Stillness: Adventures in Going Nowhere by Pico Iyer
- The Happiness Advantage: The Seven Principles of Positive Psychology That Fuel Success and Performance at Work by Shawn Achor
- Spring Chicken: Stay Young Forever (or Die Trying) by Bill Gifford
May (4):
- A Life at Work: The Joy of Discovering What You Were Born to Do by Thomas Moore
- When The Sleeper Wakes by H. G. Wells
- Show Your Work by Austin Kleon
- Click: The Magic of Instant Connections by Ori Brafman and Rom Brafman
June (7):
- Overdosed America: The Broken Promise of American Medicine by John Abrasion, M.D.
- The Human Zoo by Desmond Morris
- Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America by Barbara Ehrenreich
- Little Bets: How Breakthrough Ideas Emerge from Small Discoveries by Peter Sims
- How to Be Free by Tom Hodgkinson
- Overdressed: The Shockingly High Cost of Cheap Fashion by Elizabeth L. Cline
- The End of Education: Redefining the Value of School by Neil Postman
July (10):
- Strategic Intuition: The Creative Spark In Human Achievement by William Duggan
- The Big Fix: How the Pharmaceutical Industry Rips Off American Consumers by Katharine Greider
- How to Watch TV News by Neil Postman and Steve Powers
- Dietland by Sarai Walker
- Tiny House Living: Ideas For Building and Living Well In Less than 400 Square Feet by Ryan Mitchell
- A Little House of My Own: 47 Grand Designs for 47 Tiny Houses by Lester Walker
- Jay Shafer's DIY Book of Backyard Sheds & Tiny Houses by Jay Shafer
- The Moneyless Man: A Year of Freeconomic Living by Mark Boyle
- Skipping Towards Gomorrah: The Seven Deadly Sins and the Pursuit of Happiness in America by Dan Savage
- Mating in Captivity: Unlocking Erotic Intelligence by Esther Perel
August (5):
- The High Price of Materialism by Tim Kasser
- First: What It Takes to Win by Rich Froning with David Thomas
- The Overspent American: Why We Want What We Don't Need by Juliet B. Schor
- Amusing Ourselves to Death: Public Discourse in the Age of Show Business by Neil Postman
- More Than Money: Questions Every MBA Needs to Answer by Mark Albion
September (4):
- Spent: Memoirs of a Shopping Addict by Avis Cardella
- The Hidden Persuaders by Vance Packard
- The One-page Financial Plan by Carl Richards
- Think, act and Invest Like Warren Buffett by Larry Swedroe
October (8):
- Stop Chasing Influencers by Kimanzi Constable and Jared Easley
- That Sugar Book by Damon Gameau
- The Antidote: Happiness for People Who Can't Stand Positive Thinking by Oliver Burkeman
- Affluenza by Oliver James
- Leap by Tesa Vigeland
- Microshelters by Derek Diedricksen
- The Art of Work by Jeff Goins
- The Secret Thoughts of Successful Women by Valerie Young
November (5):
- Why We Buy: The Science of Shopping by Paco Underhill
- On Bullshit by Harry G. Frankfurt
- The Five Secrets You Must Discover Before You Die by John Izzo, PhD
- Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: An Inquiry Into Values by Robert M. Pirsig
- BAD Or, the Dumbing of America by Paul Fussell
December (6):
- Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill
- The Ultimate Gift by Jim Stovall
- Off the Ropes: My Story by Roland Vandal
- The Invisible Thread by Laura Schroff and Alex Tresniowski
- Mistakes Were Made (but Not By Me) by Carol Tavris
- The Life-changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo
What's Up Next?
This time, I won't offer predictions about what I'll read next. I'm finding myself freer to change my mind on a whim. I'll follow my interests and see where they lead. Sometimes it's research, sometimes it's for the pure joy of reading and learning. We'll see what 2016 has in store. No matter what the list will include, I'm excited to get started.
What about you? Anything in the list above you loved? Hated? I'd appreciate hearing what you've found to be some worthwhile reads...and what to avoid!
And, if you have any questions about the titles above, drop me a line or leave a comment and I'll be sure to respond.
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Vivah is a big surprise. Why? Because itâs actually entertaining. Considering how hackneyed Hum Saath Saath Hain and how pathetic Main Prek Ki Deewani Hoon were, not much could really have been expected from Vivah. From the promotions, all the viewer can tell is: the music by Ravinder Jain is plain-out atrocious and the lyrics sound like they belong in a bad Govinda flick; Shahid and Amrita look amazing together (they look so good on screen, you would be quite happy to see them together in real likeâsorry Kareena). That being said, Sooraj Bartjatya comes up with the best, cheesiest family flick weâve seen in a long time without sending us back to the 1940s.
But letâs face it: had Hum Aapke Hain Kaun and Maine Pyaar Kiya been released in todayâs Bollywood, they would have not have become the classics they are. Vivah will never become a classicâit has nothing new going for it. Nothing to draw audiences for repeat viewing. Maine Pyaar Kiya was revolutionary in that romantic movies did not fare well against action movies in those days; it changed the very face of Bollywood. Moreover, it took us on a journey from friendship to relationship (cheesy once again, but never done so convincingly before). Hum Aapke Hain Kaun showed people how to get married, literally.
Vivah is the journey from engagement to wedding, of course, between Prem (what else could he be named?), played by Shahid Kapoor, and Poonam (maybe Nisha would have worked here), played by Amrita Rao. Their wedding is arranged in as desi a manner as possible, without looking completely orchestrated. Premâs family consists of his father (Anupam Kher), his bhaiya-bhabhi (Samir Soni and Lata Sabbarwal) and bhatija. Poonam is an orphan, cherished by her Chacha (Aloknath) and cousin Chotti (Amrita Prakash). However, her cousin isnât much of a looker when compared to Poonam. This has always made Chachi (Seema Biswas) hate Poonam. Of course, our heroine is tyaag ki devi and can do anything to make her Chachi happy.
All is lovey-dovey until Chachi refuses to take part in Poonamâs wedding celebrations and customs. Then, to add icing to the cake, Poonam and Premâs love is put to the ultimate test by a freak accident.
Did you notice somethingâno extended families! That right there is a reason to rejoice. You donât have to construct a mental family tree so see which relative is saying what. The smaller families allow each character to contribute to the enjoyment of the story. They cannot contribute to the plot because there really isnât much of one. Thereâs only enough content in the film to sustain a one-hour TV flick. The rest is all filler. Whatâs great is that itâs all so entertaining. Once you get passed how perfect and sweet everyone but the Chachi is, the movie is simple, lovey-dovey and makes you feel like the whole world is a beautiful place and everyone will have a happy ending. Escapist cinema at itâs finest.
Thus, you really have to give Bartjatya credit. He can keep you entertained without story development for 2 hours. Also, he uses Ravinder Jainâs horrible score such that you pay more attention to what you see, rather than what you hear. Thank you!
The dialogues reflect a modern approach to arranged marriage without becoming a lecture. The movie doesnât require much in the technical department and not much is done there either. Editing a song or two would be nice (if not to save our ears, then at least to make the film smoother).
The cast is also perfectly selected. Today, there is no better looking Bollywood jodi than Shahid and Amrita. Their chemistry is simply amazing. They are equally as impressive in scenes without each other. Their roles might be simple, but they are very far-fetched, so to pull them off with such conviction is most commendable. Amrita is the one with the better role (all the conflict surrounds her character) and truly becomes the small-town beauty. But Shahid really leaves his mark in the climax and is great as a love-sick puppy.
Aloknath and Anupam Kher perfected their Rajshri personas during Hum Aapke Hain Kaun and are as expected. Lata Sabbarwal is perfect as the ideal jethani. After seeing her villain on TV, you are really surprised at how at ease she as a good girl. Samir Soni is a natural. He also shares great chemistry with Sabbarwal. Amrita Prakash is another import from TV land who gets a lengthy role and flies with it.
For Ms. Biswas, Vivah is VERY different. She is best known for movies of higher quality and greater substance (Bandit Queen, Khamoshi, Company, Ek Haseea Thi, Pinjar, Water). To see her as the evil-spirited Chachi is immensely refreshing. It goes without saying that even if she sleepwalked through the role, she still would have been better than Bartjatya regulars like Remma Lagoo and Himani Shivpuri.
I canât think of a better way to forget your problems than watching a movie in which there is only one bad person. And I canât think of a movie that pulls it off better than Vivah.
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Former leadership spent more than $27.5 million dollars over a six-year period with little sign of benefits or investment in the Lubicon Cree community of Little Buffalo.
LITTLE BUFFALO, ALBERTA (September 9, 2014) – The Lubicon Lake Band Chief and Council are reacting to the results of an MNP LLP forensic audit into the Cree Development Corporation covering the period of March 1, 2006 to February 28, 2012.
The corporation, which was meant to provide economic development for the Lubicon Cree community, was controlled by former Chief Bernard Ominayak and his immediate family and supporters. In a period of just four years, Ominayak and his family paid themselves more than $3.3 million.
"For many years our community has suffered without basic necessities like running water, while a small number of people got rich," said Billy Joe Laboucan, the recently elected Chief of the Lubicon Lake Band. "Dictatorship rule has cost our community tens of millions of dollars and countless opportunities. This is a wake-up call that never again should we allow ourselves to be governed in this way."
The audit shows large sums being paid, including almost $1.5 million spent on financial and credit card payments and nearly $1.2 million on automotive costs. Community members say they do not have access to the cards or vehicles.
An open letter (http://ow.ly/BhcDW) has begun circulating in the community, calling on the former leaders to account for their expenditures and asking the current Chief and Council to hold restorative justice circles in the community.
"We may never know the full extent of what we have lost as a community financially, but we know what we have lost in trust," said Chief Laboucan. "We are hopeful that this will never happen again because our members have seen the truth, they have a voice and they are able to make fully informed decisions. It will take all of us working together to heal and rebuild our community."
The results of the forensic audit can be downloaded here: http://ow.ly/Bhf3X
The open letter can be read here: http://ow.ly/BhcDW
Contact Information:
Lubicon Lake Band
Andrew Frank
Communications Specialist
Forensic Audit Shows Former Lubicon Chief Collected $1.5 Million While Community Went Without Running Water
Former leadership spent more than $27.5 million dollars over a six-year period with little sign of benefits or investment in the Lubicon Cree community of Little Buffalo.


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[Images above] Credit: NIST
Ultraflat magnets: Atom-thick alloys with unanticipated magnetic properties
Substituting atoms in the process of making 2-D alloys not only allows them to be customized for applications but also can make them magnetic, according to Rice University scientists and their collaborators.
Building a barrier against oxidation
2-D materials could underpin a novel family of flexible, low-power electronic devices, but their success depends on ensuring the layers are chemically stable. A*STAR researchers now show that one 2-D material, phosphorene, can be stabilized with the right choice of substrate and an electric field.
Injecting electrons jolts 2-D structure into new atomic pattern
Electrostatic charge could be an efficient way to drive atomically thin electronic memory devices of the future, according to a new study. Scientists have found a way to reversibly change the atomic structure of a 2-D material by injecting it with electrons. The process uses far less energy than current methods for changing the configuration of a material's structure.
MOFs: A new miniature solution for storing renewable energy
One candidate material that can catalyze a revolution in renewable energy harvesting and storage is metal-organic frameworks (MOFs). Their biggest drawback has been their lack of conductivity—but it turns out that MOFs can conduct electricity in the same way metals do.
A Stanford battery based on sodium may offer more cost-effective storage than lithium
Industrial forecasts predict an insatiable need for battery farms to store renewable energy like solar and wind. Lithium-ion batteries may remain tops for sheer performance, but when cost-per-storage is factored in, a Stanford design based on sodium ions offers promise.
Solar energy: Prototype shows how tiny photodetectors can double their efficiency
Physicists have developed a photodetector to produce quantum mechanical processes that could revolutionize the way solar energy is collected. The researchers stacked two atomic layers of tungsten diselenide on a single atomic layer of molybdenum diselenide, which results in properties vastly different from those of the parent layers.
Batteries of the future: Low-cost battery from waste graphite
Lithium ion batteries are flammable and the price of the raw material is rising. Are there alternatives? Yes: Empa and ETH Zürich researchers have discovered promising approaches as to how we might produce batteries out of waste graphite and scrap metal.
Storage is renewable energy's greatest challenge—this low-cost sulfur battery may help
Motivated by the challenge to drastically reduce the cost of storing renewable energy on the grid while capturing more of it, a group of scientists has developed a battery powered by sulfur, air, water, and salt that is nearly 100 times less expensive to produce than batteries currently on the market and can store twice as much energy as a lead-acid battery.
Organic/inorganic sulfur may be key for safe rechargeable lithium batteries
We have come a long way from leaky sulfur-acid automobile batteries, but modern lithium batteries still have some down sides. Now a team of Penn State engineers have a different type of lithium sulfur battery that could be more efficient, less expensive and safer.
Mimicking two natural energy processes with a single catalyst
Researchers take inspiration from natural chemical processes based on hydrogenase and photosystem II, to produce a single metal catalyst with both fuel cell and solar cell functionalities. The combination of these two processes into one system suggests great potential for biologically inspired energy generation technologies.
How activated carbon could get toxins out of soil
New research from Michigan State University has shown for the first time that activated carbon—a substance widely used in water purification—can help eliminate the health risks associated with soils, sediments and surface water polluted by highly toxic dioxins.
Electric cars can become more eco-friendly through life cycle assessment
It is time to stop discussing whether electric cars are good or bad. Instead industry, authorities and policy-makers need to work together to make them as eco-friendly as possible. One researcher from Chalmers University of Technology now provides concrete advice and tools showing how life cycle assessment can assist in the development of electric cars.
Segregation-induced ordered superstructures at general grain boundaries in a Ni-Bi alloy
Randomly selected, high-angle, general grain boundaries in a nickel-bismuth polycrystalline alloy can undergo interfacial reconstruction to form ordered superstructures, a discovery that enriches the theories and fundamental understandings of both grain boundary segregation and liquid metal embrittlement in physical metallurgy.
Scientists stick to a new efficient magnet
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory researchers have developed a new, more efficient permanent magnet that removes the deficiencies of conventional samarium and neodymium magnets. The proposed magnet stems from the well-known samarium and cobalt magnet, but goes a step further and substitutes most of the cobalt with iron and nickel.
Arrangement of atoms is main source of increased entropy during transition in metallic glasses
A team led by Caltech recently solved a decades-old materials science mystery by tracking down the origin of entropy in metallic glasses. The team focused on distinguishing between the amount of "configurational entropy" and "vibrational entropy"—the two main sources of entropy in most materials—in metallic glasses.
Researchers image perfectly smooth side-surfaces of 3-D silicon crystals
A research collaboration for the first time used scanning tunneling microscopy to create images of atomically flat side-surfaces of 3-D silicon crystals. This work helps semiconductor manufacturers continue to innovate while producing smaller, faster, and more energy-efficient computer chips for computers and smartphones.
When a porous solid retains its properties in liquid form
Known for their exceptional porosity that enables the trapping or transport of molecules, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) take the form of a powder, which makes them difficult to format. For the first time, scientists have evidenced the surprising ability of a type of MOF to retain its porous properties in the liquid and then glass state.
Engineers develop a programmable 'camouflaging' material inspired by octopus skin
Engineers at Cornell University report on their invention of stretchable surfaces with programmable 3-D texture morphing, a synthetic "camouflaging skin" inspired by studying and modeling the real thing in octopus and cuttlefish.


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It seems as if this happened just yesterday and yet today that seemingly long-distant exhibition will close. The journey to this point has been at times a delight and at others a trial, nonetheless I would not change one moment of if.
I'm very grateful to everyone who helped me on the way to make the series of paintings that were my half of the show: to my supporters and patrons, to my family and friends, to Kevin, Alison and Rob and most of all to Megan. Being an artist can be a lonely calling. Without this network of special people, I might never have completed a series that contains some of my strongest work to date. Thank you all.
on sale. It is a square book of 74 pages with a clean, modern design, that includes close ups of what I regard as the key works. As a bonus, the book also features an edited selection of my journal entries made as I created the series, giving an insight into the whole process. I am particularly pleased with the colour reproduction of the printed photos, that make these images look very close to my original paintings.
For those who made it to the exhibition, or those too far off to drop by, this will make a great souvenir of a key moment in my painting career. I really hope you'll pick up a copy – please let me know if you do, as I would love to say thanks!
Ps. until May 2nd, you should be able use coupon code IHEARTMOM to get free shipping


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We've had a little break from the challenges, but now it's time to get back to blogging! A big part of blogging is sharing information and bringing issues and ideas into your posts. You have the power of the media when it comes to your readers and you have a responsibility to share your views and opinions.
Earth Hour is happening in just over a week. Here is the promotional video.
What do you think about this project? Do you support it? Do you participate in it? Why or why not?
Your eighth challenge this week is to post about something important. Take Action! This is a way to inform your readers about something that you think is important – something that you want other people to know about or participate in. Your issue can be related to Education, Poverty, Children's Rights, Animal Rights, The Environment, etc. You can also use Earth Hour if this is something that you're excited about. Just remember to pick something that you are truly passionate about – something that you want to raise awareness about. Your post needs to:– inform your readers (give them some facts and information) – inspire your readers (use pictures/videos to make it exciting) – empower your readers (tell them how to get involved)
* Don't forget to label your post with the category BBB so that your mentor can find it easily.


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Wen Cleansing Conditioner: 2 Months in and Still Loving it!
As I have previously announced last April, Wen Cleansing Conditioner is officially out in the market. Yay! Gotta love SLS/SLES-Free Shampoos, or for this matter, Cleansing Conditioner, which is essentially similar to what we got used to calling Shampoo and Conditioner in one. But then again, Wen is a league entirely different since this is the kick-ass type, with its 5-in-1 formula that includes:
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Our Wen Cleansing Conditioner just claimed its rightful spot on our tub. 🙂
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It is a good thing that ever since I started making my own Castile Soap and Shampoo, I have kinda sorta psyched my family to not fall dependent on the fallacy that lather translates to cleansing. Truth be told, lather almost always equals to harsh ingredients. I kid you not! The stripping of our hairs natural oils is what our usual commercial shampoos do. Wen Cleansing Conditioner does not merely do deep conditioning and all the nice things to your hair, it also keeps the hair color intact. (more…)


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Drivers May Soon Fuel Their Natural-Gas Cars at Home
Chesapeake Energy Corp. said it is working with General Electric Co. and Whirlpool Corp. to develop a $500 appliance that will allow natural-gas powered cars to be refueled at their owners' homes.
The effort would be Oklahoma City-based Chesapeake's latest push to promote compressed natural gas as a mainstream fuel and boost its own sales. It is the first attempt at overcoming one of the biggest challenges in putting natural-gas powered cars on the road—convenient refueling.
Chesapeake and other natural gas producers have felt a cash crunch as a technology-led increase in natural gas production has led to a supply glut and brought prices to a decade-low in April. U.S. natural gas stockpiles were 3.929 trillion cubic feet last week, the highest level on record, according to the latest data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration.


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My Tongue Piercing--I Nearly Fainted!
About two weeks ago, I got my third oral piercing. I had my first lip piercing on the right side done the day after Christmas last year, and my left side done about 2 months ago. They were both fairly painless, besides the fact that my left side squirted out blood. But that's besides the point.
Convincing my mother had to be the most difficult and painful part of the whole process. It wasn't literally painful, just a pain in the butt. I sauntered up to her and told her how much I loved her. Then, I did a bit of pouting and fake crying, and finally, she agreed to take me to get it done..on one condition: I had to make my room spotless.
She thought that this would slow me down and take me about a month just to get around to doing it, but she was oh-so wrong. I finished it at approximately 4 a.m. 2 days after the deal was made. Since I fulfilled my side of the compromise, she now had no choice but to fulfill her side.
So the next day, we went to Spider's Tattoo and Piercing Parlor. I also went there to get my snakebites done, so I returned for a third time. Despite what people say about Spider and the conditions of his shop, I like it. It's clean, the staff are more than tolerable, and there's a good vibe. Plus, I had a $10 off coupon, so going anywhere else was out of the question, since my mom's such a penny-pincher.
Since I'm only 15, my mom had to sign a consent form, and we had to get it notarized at a car shop across the street, which cost $5. Then, we went back to the shop and waited while Spider did whatever he was doing in the piercing room. There were other artists there, but they weren't legally certified to pierce, so I had no choice but to wait it out.
Waiting does things to your mind, I swear it does.One minute, you're extremely excited and want to get back there as soon as possible and get it done. But every minute you wait adds another brick of nerves to the pit of your stomach. I wasn't nervous about the pain. I knew I could handle it, plus most of my friends had gotten their tongues done by Spider. I was actually nervous for no reason at all. I guess it was just the mounting anticipation. Finally, Spider called me back there, and my mom had to come back too, because I'm under the age of 18.
First, he checked my tongue on both sides. All of a sudden, he was said, "Oh my God, look at that!" It scared the hell out of me, not because I thought something was wrong with my tongue, but because I thought I wouldn't be able to get the piercing. Then he added quickly, "Just kidding ya." I was so relieved, but the feelings of ease didn't last long. I gargled with mouthwash for about 1 minute. It burned so bad, and I expected the piercing to be about 10 times worse than the mouthwash. After I spit the mouthwash out, he put on gloves[[he didn't touch my tongue previously when he looked at it to figure the placement]], and then he placed a paper towel on my tongue to dry it out. After that, it was time for the clamp.
I've heard many accounts in which people claim the clamp was the worst part, but it's apparently untrue for me. Spider marked my tongue with a pen, although I didn't even notice because I was looking around at his odd collection of morbid dolls. Then, he fitted the clamp on my tongue, with the pen mark in the center, and he picked up the needle that had just been taken out of some antibiotic/sterilization ointment. He gave me another paper towel to hold underneath my chin in case I drooled or bled[[I guess he hadn't forgotten my most recent lip piercing, haha!]], and then he hovered the needle above the clamp.
"Now take a deep breath," he had told me. As soon as I breathed in, he pushed the needle through as I watched with fascinated eyes. I had barely felt it! What a relief! The needle hung there for about 10 seconds as he got ready to slide the barbell in. The piece of metal slid in without hesitation, and with much ease. I got up to look at it in the mirror, and I automatically fell in love with it. It was placed precisely in the center lower half of my tongue, and the shiny metal contrasted beautifully with the dark pink-red color of my tongue.
We paid Spider $20, although it would have cost $30 if I wouldn't have had the coupon. Altogether, it cost me $25 to get everything signed and completed, and that's including jewelry.
So after we paid the guy, I got in the vehicle and was feeling great and couldn't help but to check out my new piercing every 20 seconds or so. Then, all of a sudden, I started to feel dizzy. I thought the slight change in my vision was the product of not having my glasses on, but then bright white blotches started to appear, and I immediately noticed these as signs that I was about to faint. Last time I got an immunization at the doctor's office, the same thing happened because I hadn't eaten all day [[except I really DID pass out at the doctor's office]], so I knew that I immediately had to eat. I was very apprehensive because this was taking place only about 5 minutes after getting a new piercing, but then the tunnel vision started to kick in, so I got scared and asked my mom to take me to McDonald's.
I ordered a large drink and a McChicken sandwich. Not the best choices to keep my tongue happy and un-irritated, but it would have to do. I was surprised at how little my tongue ring affected my speech. As soon as I got some Coca-Cola into my system, I felt almost instantly better. Sucking on a straw was harder than I expected, but I soon got the hang of it. Eating solid food, on the other hand, was tougher than straw-sipping. I bit my tongue ring 3-5 times and bit my tongue once. My ring also got stuck in front of my teeth twice, which kind of sucked.
Now, my tongue feels healed, although I didn't follow most of the rules. I drank milk 3 days after getting it done, and I made out with people the day after it was done. The swelling was horrible. My tongue got HUGE, and it hurt when I tried to stick it out. I was popping Ibuprofens like crazy. 800mg every 6 hours, and then as soon as I woke up. The swelling went down after about 4 or 5 days, and the Ibuprofen helped a TON in reducing the swelling and accelerating the healing process. I have a dent in my tongue from where the roof of my mouth presses down on the ball when I sleep, but it doesn't hurt.
To anyone wishing to get a tongue piercing, I suggest that you eat a little something before you get your piercing done. If you're worried about your breath, just brush your teeth after you get done. And if you don't have time to eat, make absolutely sure that you drink a very sugary drink, probably something like Coke or Mountain Dew, to help keep your blood sugar up. Doing so will eliminate your chances of fainting. Also, take a painkiller before getting it done [[prescription Ibuprofen is definitely the best to use]], because it will slow down the rate at which your tongue swells, and help ease any [[physical]] discomfort during and after the piercing process. Lastly, brush your teeth at least once a day to help keep the piercing site and the jewelry clean.
All in all, the worst part of the experience was the mouthwash, and nearly fainting ranked a close second. But don't let these small worries get in your way of getting your tongue ring. Believe me, it's totally worth it.
submitted by: Anonymous
on: 23 Sept. 2008
in Tongue Piercing
Artist: Spider
Studio: Spider+Tattoo+and+Piercing
Location: Radcliff%2C+Kentucky


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Apple's iOS 8.1.3 fixes a number of issues involving ID names, Spotlight search and multitasking on the iPad. But you'd be forgiven for only noticing the one that said "reduced the amount of storage required to provide a software update." This time, you don't need to nuke apps to make space.
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This is a cover of a 1984 Robert Wyatt song and it features on his latest album, Pagodes (which is a Portuguese word used to describe a Brazilian samba subgenre - I had to look it up also). McCleery has also toured as a part of the touring One Taste collective (Little Dragon, Jamie Woon) and is about to embark on a European tour.
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Australian Federal Police officers arrested the man and charged him with importing a commercial quantity of border controlled drugs, contrary to section 307.1 of the Criminal Code 1995 (Cth).
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tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28304287.post3238702239214912009..comments2019-07-30T20:37:18.690-07:00Comments on Montreal Canadiens Legends: Ralph BackstromJoe Pelletierhttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-28304287.post-66806288705290436652017-05-06T18:31:21.468-07:002017-05-06T18:31:21.468-07:00I dated Bryan Watson back in the day and we often ...I dated Bryan Watson back in the day and we often went to Ralph's home in Aylmer, Quebec, in the summer when the guys weren't playing. He was a true gentleman and very polite. A credit to his parents.Nancy Griffith Marley-Clarkehttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-28304287.post-63804436824464620422015-10-28T22:35:54.102-07:002015-10-28T22:35:54.102-07:00Ralph was my favourite player. I saw him score an...Ralph was my favourite player. I saw him score an amazing goal stole the puck from Bobby Orr and proceeded to pass all the other Bruins before scoring. Very fast skater. He also player very well against the Russia with the WHA. I have a signed sweater with his number 6 hanging in my house
 Bob firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-28304287.post-22647437527705883762015-04-22T17:36:52.143-07:002015-04-22T17:36:52.143-07:00My sister Lorraine's health is not too good,sh...My sister Lorraine's health is not too good,she knows Ralph from Kirkland,he has always been her favourite player,if anyone knows hot to contact hi m it would make my sister a happy woman to receive a signed picture from Ralph to Lorraine "peanut", please let me know ,Jim 519 979 9214 Windsor ontarioJim Churchhttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-28304287.post-77799601173514978802014-05-08T11:33:43.337-07:002014-05-08T11:33:43.337-07:00Played a pick up roller hockey game at a local sch...Played a pick up roller hockey game at a local school when a local kid was demoing the in-line skates. We could tell even then that it was a vastly superior improvement over our roller derby skates. Too bad I didn't invest my paper route money in them back then. Pollack ripped off the Kings by trading Ralph to the Kings and stealing their first round pick either LaFleur or Dionne. Wow, Kings GM was such a sucker. cadvan3https://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-28304287.post-5295801875038095812013-11-30T15:55:10.125-08:002013-11-30T15:55:10.125-08:00I played with Ralph with Lions Club in Kirkland. H...I played with Ralph with Lions Club in Kirkland. He was small but had incredible drive. My mom once said after watching us play "there's a boy who is going to go places" She was prophetic.

He was a nice kid and according to everyone who knew him, he remained that way.

Eber email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-28304287.post-18715563369074474662013-05-08T02:29:03.965-07:002013-05-08T02:29:03.965-07:00is Ralph still involved in hockey at any level..? ...is Ralph still involved in hockey at any level..? Haven't heard of him in years. Where was he when the Rocket died, or the closing of Molson Stadium, or any of the other big Canadiens happenings of the past two decades. You see all the other former Habs at one time or another.Has he taken a vow of silence and seclusion away from the public eye?
Just wondering..always my favorite player !johnson firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-28304287.post-16809581513184017312011-12-22T14:42:52.470-08:002011-12-22T14:42:52.470-08:00I was there when Ralph Backstrom put on roller bla...I was there when Ralph Backstrom put on roller blades in the parking lot at Culver Ice Rink in Culver City, California. They had a couple of guys sweeping the parking lot. Stu Nahan, a very popular sportscaster was there with a camera man. All of us watching were amazed how much speed Ralph was able to get on those wheels and then he hit a stone? pebble? and became airborne. That was the end of that session. A great memory.
 George S.George S.https://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-28304287.post-53231326637512244302011-10-03T18:43:46.637-07:002011-10-03T18:43:46.637-07:00My Dad, a very astute hockey man, greatly liked Ra...My Dad, a very astute hockey man, greatly liked Ralph Backstrom . . because Ralph played the game the way it was supposed to be firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-28304287.post-49010715870315483022010-04-03T07:52:56.309-07:002010-04-03T07:52:56.309-07:00Greatest third-line centre in the history of the g...Greatest third-line centre in the history of the game. A Hall of Famer if he'd have played anywhere other than Montreal.

Habs got a bargain when he signed for a 500 dollar bonus. They were ready to go all the way to a thousandmike email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-28304287.post-52660939886012025882010-02-06T13:23:52.187-08:002010-02-06T13:23:52.187-08:00Ralph was my favorite becase of is name,Ralph Back...Ralph was my favorite becase of is name,Ralph Backstrom.Im just 49 (1960)but i remember him by my hockey cards by collected email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-28304287.post-78941120455890476512009-12-01T19:43:52.686-08:002009-12-01T19:43:52.686-08:00His impact on the game of hockey while Commissione...His impact on the game of hockey while Commissioner of RHI is largely overlooked. He was the innovator of 4 on 4 play (now used in overtime by the NHL) and, most importantly, the shootout to determine the winners of a tied contest. You want to continue the evolution of the game? Call Mr. Backstrom. I'm sure he has more quality ideas up his sweater sleeve.Steve Ponahttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-28304287.post-26754953528478761862009-03-05T15:22:00.000-08:002009-03-05T15:22:00.000-08:00I was a big fan of Ralph's when he played in Montr...I was a big fan of Ralph's when he played in Montreal. On several occasions he would win the faceoff cleanly and beat both the center and the goalie. I've seen others do this but not as often as Ralph. Excellent player....Allainhttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-28304287.post-31037043370900468022008-08-29T19:02:00.000-07:002008-08-29T19:02:00.000-07:00Holy crap could this guy skate...slow skaters back...Holy crap could this guy skate...slow skaters back then they say. I don't think so. I reviewed the 67 cup video on here and was just amazed at Backstroms firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-28304287.post-58436067736775655912008-04-22T17:14:00.000-07:002008-04-22T17:14:00.000-07:00Nobody, but nobody, could dig the puck out of the ...Nobody, but nobody, could dig the puck out of the corner like Ralph firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-28304287.post-1326142520518045682008-01-08T17:52:00.000-08:002008-01-08T17:52:00.000-08:00Ralph Backstrom, #6 for Les Canadiens, was my favo...Ralph Backstrom, #6 for Les Canadiens, was my favourite player while I was growing up in Montreal. He was a very hard worker and the fastest skater. Wish him and his family well. Fond memories,email@example.com


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An appeals court says there will be no new trial for a former District of Columbia judge who tried to sue his dry cleaners for $54 million over a lost pair of pants.
The D.C. Court of Appeals on Thursday rejected the request from Roy L. Pearson to overturn a 2007 ruling that denied him damages. Pearson had argued that Custom Cleaners failed to live up to its promise of "Satisfaction Guaranteed."
The court ruled that Pearson failed in every way to state a claim that would give him satisfaction. In fact, the court said he could not even prove that the cleaner lost his pants.
The case generated worldwide attention and was a nightmare for Soo Chung, the immigrant owner of the business.
Pearson had claimed that the the Chungs violated two signs they put up, "Satisfaction Guaranteed" and "Same Day Service." But the appeals court said it never constituted false or misleading statements, which was the core of Pearson's claim.
Three appellate judges agreed Pearson failed to show the store's advertising amounted to fraud and said his argument defied logic.
Pearson can still ask the entire nine-judge appellate court to review the case or appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court.
Pearson did not immediately respond to an e-mail or telephone message seeking comment.
— NBC News contributed to this report.


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The Memphis Infrastructure Project at the Intermodal Freight Transportation Institute.
The Memphis Infrastructure Project at the University of Memphis' Intermodal Freight Transportation Institute.
The lease and legislation regarding leases
After this chapter you will be able to understand a leaflet about legislation on lease contracts and be able to extract the necessary information.
AE CS5.5: 3D Focus and Stereoscopic Convergence
An oft-overlooked issue in stereoscopic production is how the point of convergence relates to the viewing plane. Chris Meyer demonstrates adding 3D depth of field blur to the equation to create more realistic, easier-to-view scenes.
Conférence d'Henri Chamoux
Conférence de Henri Chamoux
Conférence de Henri Chamoux
Polar Orbiter: Fly Up to Primary Landing Site with Altitude Map
Mars true color Viking sphere rotating to Polar Lander site in MOLA false color. white-red = high altitude (~3000 meters); blue = low altitude (~0 meters)
ART 231-01, History of Western Art I, Fall 2007
This course is the first half of a year-long survey of Western Art and students are encouraged to continue with ART 232. Students are not expected to have completed any previous courses in Art History. The primary objectives for this course are as follows: • Provide students with a comprehensive overview of major images, artists, and movements in Western art from Prehistory through the Middle Ages • Integrate these images with the broader cultural history of the period • Develop visual and
I-CAMP Chairs and Local Organizers
I-CAMP Chairs and Local Organizers
CBS Show Time Spanish – Lesson 05
In episode 5 of Show Time Spanish we launch our very own Spanish soap opera, Verano Español, which tells the story of Spanish dad, Antonio, Scottish mum Iona, and bilingual daughter Laura and their adventures one summer in Spain. Each episode will provide you with listening practice, language study and information about the Spanish-spea
HyperBrain: Pathway Quiz 18 - Limbic System (The Entorhinal-Parahippocampal Circuit)
One of eighteen quizzes on neuroanatomy accompanying the HyperBrain tutorial.
How to Celebrate the History of the 4th of July
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Dave Stewart's Fishing Report
Written by Dave Stewart | Originally published 02/29/2008
Kentucky Lake: Water Level at Ky Dam - 355.57 Surface Temperature - 45 Lake Barkley: Water Level at Barkley Dam - 355.65 Surface Temperature - 45 Both lakes are one and one half foot over winter pool. Kentucky Lake is stained and Lake Barkley is heavily stained. The reports I received this week on Kentucky Lake indicated a good bite on Largemouth on most days and some bite starting to develop on the Smallmouth. Reports from Barkley indicate a poor bite over the past week. I was on Kentucky Lake this afternoon for a short time and we had some nice Largemouth. I returned from the Indianapolis Boat Show on Monday and will start my guide season tomorrow. The weather looks good for tomorrow but high winds out of the south are forecasted for Sunday although it will be warm. The forecast for Monday and Tuesday at this time indicates a nasty cold front with some thunderstorms on Monday and snow with high north winds on Tuesday. Of course the forecast can change at any time during this time of year so be sure and check the latest forecast before venturing on the water. Remember, the water and air temperatures are definitely in the range for hypothermic conditions should you have an accident or even get wet so be prepared. Largemouth Bass: Largemouth are being taken on rocky main lake points and banks as well as rocky secondary points in the front halves of the creeks and bays on medium running crankbaits, suspending jerk and jigs. Largemouth are also being taken on humps and ledges near the old creek channels on the same afore mentioned lures. I have had reports and actually seen some pictures of Largemouth up to lbs. being taken over the past week. Smallmouth Bass: The Smallmouth Bass bite has not been as good as the Largemouth in numbers but some good fish have been taken by fishing main lake humps and ledges near the old creek channels and river channel on Ky Lake. These fish are being taken on suspending jerk and jigs. Some of the productive lures reported this week are: Lucky Craft Pointers in American shad, aurora black, and table rock shad, Rapallo Shadraps in black/silver, Strike King Custom Shop Flat Shad in shad patterns, Bomber Flat A in shad patterns, Rapallo flat sided DT series in shad patterns, finesse jigs (no name mentioned) in green pumpkin and black/brown. Crappie: Crappie are being taken by vertically fishing over brush piles and deep stake beds on the main lake and around the mouths of the bays in 12-20 ft of water with small jigs and small minnows. I am glad to be back home now and ready to start a new season of bass fishing. Thanks to all the folks that came by the Indianapolis Boat Show to say hello and see my seminars.
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The Trump carnival act has come to another fork in the road as his nascent squealing about President Obama and Hillary Clinton as "founders" of ISIS has been shushed by the Chair of the RNC. Sniveling little Reince Priebus reportedly met with Trump earlier today and delivered a dire message of wholesale GOP losses in the fall.
Of course, we know any meeting between Priebus and the erratic Trump will only temporarily influence Trump's short-term behavior. Trump is like an impetus child. He makes comments with well crafted plausible denial imbued as a foundation. He makes statements that completely contradict statements made mere years ago. Do you recall when Trump joined CNN for an opportunity to lay ISIS squarely on George W Bush (and company)?
Yes, CNN reminded us on Thursday of the extent to which Trump manipulates his supporters. Trump clearly told Wolf Blitzer in 2007 he felt Bush was responsible for the birth of ISIS.
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Donald Trump: Bush Admini "Everything is A Lie"
Flash to this morning. We have yet another Trump cleanse' of a lie. If there are any words other than "lie" for Trump's false claims, the word "Sarcasm" does not fit.
Merriam-Webster Dictionary
: the use of words that mean the opposite of what you really want to say especially in order to insult someone, to show irritation, or to be funny.
: the use of words that mean the opposite of what you really want to say especially in order to insult someone, to show irritation, or to be funny.
Was it O.J. Simpson trial Attorney Johnny Cochran who stated in closing arguments; If it doesn't fit you must acquit.
Ratings challenged @CNN reports so seriously that I call President Obama (and Clinton) "the founder" of ISIS, & MVP. THEY DON'T GET SARCASM?


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We worked on this BMW R100 RT from 1979 for an English citizen. He wanted something unique and quite "low profile".
We got inspired by the famous "B2" stealth aeroplane and from what we saw when he discovered the finished bike, we can say he was a happy man!
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Photos: Gary Jézégabel.
- 100% reconditioned BMW R100 RT from 1979;
- shiny black powder coating of the frame, wheels, handlebar, all engine covers;
- 100% hand made rear loop + bespoke seat.
- cobalt grey ceramic painting of exhaust pipes + mufflers (heat resistant up to 1000°C);
- Blitz Motorcycles battery covers.
Small speedometer mounted on the left side of the motorcycle.
Vintage Marchal reconditioned rally car headlight.
With a genuine yellow light.
- bespoke front and rear mudguards;
- Mini Bates tail light;
- Dunlop K81 tyres on both front and rear wheels.
- reconditioned Bing carburators;
- vintage Triumph handlebar;
- aftermarket front brake master cylinder + bespoke braking hoses.
- vintage Honda tank;
- we had it painted in mat dark grey to give this "stealth" look and feel to the motorcycle;
- brand new TCI / CDI ignition system.


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Welcome to Auckland. We have 2 bikes at Auckland City Hotel that guest can use for $0 by talking to reception. Ideal for riding the Pink Path, exploring K'Rd or enjoying the shopping at Britomart.
We also have 8 bikes at 2 stations at Hobsonville Point and the public can get the first 2 hours of every ride for $0 every time they ride, thanks to the Hobsonville Land Company. So grab some food from the weekend Farmers Market and head out for a picnic.
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Art Inspiration: Staff Cartoons Steampunk Tea Time: Steampunk Man (The Captain)
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'The aim of art is to represent not the outward appearance of things, but their inward significance.' Aristotle
'This world is but a canvas to our imagination.' Henry David Thoreau
'If you can dream it, you can do it.' Walt Disney
Inspiration and Imagination, something every artist needs and is elusive as an island of tranquility in a sea of chaos. Many people have told me that I inspire the children and people in general with what I do. Whether creating art, playing baseball or trying to improve my life, people say that I have inspired others to try new things and look inside themselves. I have always found this interesting because I get my inspiration from these very people. Whether it be a child asking me about Mythology or adults asking me about their children or even just talking to people about a number of different topics, they have inspired me to create and use my imagination to bring the impossible possible.
A prime example is when I draw the staff at my school as cartoon characters or caricatures. It started one year around Christmas when we have our Christmas concert and staff dinner. Always after the concert, we go out for dinner and we exchange gifts, such as a Chris Kringle. I wanted to liven things up and instead of giving Christmas cards, I decided to create my own with the staff members as a caricature.
This specific year the inspiration for the caricatures came from own person exploration of a style known as Steampunk. Steampunk is a subgenre of science-fiction and fantasy that came out of literary works such as Jules Vern and H.G. Wells to name a couple. But Steampunk can be best described by breaking up the word. "Steam" represents the era mostly the early industrial age around the Victorian Era. "Punk" represents rebellion or going against the norm.
The "Punk" or rebellion goes for going against what is expected on the technology level as well as societal norms. On the technology level you see cars that are steamed powered, flying dirigibles or airships the size and look of sailing vessels or steam-powered walking machines. Yet when it comes to rebellion on the societal side it affects women the most. During this time women were relegated to subordinates to the men, covering up themselves, not taking up employment or independent behavior. That is why in Steampunk you will see many women showing cleavage or wearing short skirts and showing a lot of leg to show off their stockings.
It took quit a while to create the caricatures but once the staff received them they loved the cards and caricatures. In the next few weeks I will be posting a few of the characters from the cards because these people inspired me to create these characters. Hopefully they can spur imagination and inspire others.
Steampunk Man (The Captain)


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Tunay na Dugo
Tunay na Dugo If you pag-ibig True Blood, you'll adore Spartacus Blood and Sand
brashcandy posted on Mar 27, 2010 at 04:24PM
Hi True Blood Fans! This is just to encourage you vamp loving guys and gals to watch the new show on the Starz network, Spartacus Blood and Sand. I'm convinced that anyone who loves True Blood will be absolutely captivated with Spartacus. I can say this wholeheartedly because I'm a True Blood fan, and Spartacus, whilst very different, is filled with the same sort of wonderful characters, intrigue, mystery and sex, and blood :) that we love in True Blood. So please watch the episodes online and join the spartacus fan spot here on fanpop. You won't be disappointed!


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Scenes from Stockholm
A recent trip to Stockholm. A weekend to explore the cold, sunny Nordic city and its fourteen islands (I ended up settling for three). Here are some scenes. Food comes later...and trust, it was AMAZING.
Phone booth in Södermalm.
Fall leaves on the cobblestones of Gamla Stan.
Thimbles from across the world, spotted on a window in Södermalm.
The market in Östermalm, full of mushrooms and tiny, ripe strawberries.
You just have to have the coolest tattoo shop ever, don't you, Stockholm?
Meats on display in Södermalm.
Matcha tea latte at Johan & Nyström in Södermalm.
The streets of Gamla Stan, old town.
And Stockholm by night, perhaps my favorite view. A big shout-out to my dear friend Ingrid for the great tips. Stay tuned for the FOOD.


text: The new fantasy story is still coming along nicely; I'm really getting into it now that the introduction is settled and the action is truly underway. Also: working on a first editing pass of the military science fiction story and a 2nd Edition of Nightglory. Excerpts from my urban supernatural release in February 2016 will be coming soon too.


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The simplest way to help drivers comply with
speed limits on the Australian road network
Operators are required by law to manage speed, utilising a range of techniques and systems, from Intelligent Speed Management (ISM) to incentive programs. The Chain of Responsibility (CoR) legislation dictates that everyone from the driver to the CEO is responsible for speed compliance within the organisation, keeping Australian roads safe.
Traditionally our society, including Australian law enforcement, has relied on drivers being deterred by speeding infringements and loss of demerit points. Whilst this reactive method is a successful way of penalising drivers, recent research has demonstrated that proactive speed management clearly has a greater impact.
What is SpeedAssist?
SpeedAssist is a driver tool that provides a simple and powerful interface to assist drivers in maintaining safe driving practices. It combines audio and visual tools and alerts to inform drivers of related issues and allow them to take preventative measures.
Speed management is a fundamental aspect of the Chain of Responsibility (CoR) requirements for the transport and logistics industry. Transtech's SpeedAssist significantly assists Transport Operators in maintaining their due diligence under Chain of Responsibility.
Intelligent Speed Management
Intelligent Speed Management (ISM) is a set of minimum operating requirements necessary to accurately measure vehicle speed using GPS enabled devices. ISM provides the tools for transport operators to create responsible driving incentive programs, helping reduce the number of infringements and demerit points gained due to excessive speeding. This proactive approach by operators is a great and responsible technique for the management of compliance within the Chain of Responsibility (CoR).
SpeedAssist is a solution designed to work in conjunction with the powerful iFace, an in-cabin touchscreen tablet. It uses Australian road map data to understand the signposted limits and warns drivers when they exceed the limit. Alternately, a company may choose to allow drivers to set pre-set speeds and are warned when they exceed the chosen speed. The flexible and simple operation also allows this threshold to be quickly changed for speed restricted operations such as container parks or wharf access.
The operation of the application allows for two styles of thresholds to be set. A company threshold and a driver threshold, where this driver threshold cannot exceed the company threshold.
SpeedAssist delivers event information to Fleet Managers and back-office administration staff to alert on excessive speed, location, duration and even information like a change in altitude (for example, driving down a long hill).
This intelligent and non-intrusive solution is designed to aid drivers rather than hinder their day-to-day driving tasks. Contact Transtech for further information regarding SpeedAssist or other compliance based solutions.
Key Features & Benefits
In-cab touchscreen based technology for simple user interaction.
Set pre-defined speeds via simple touchscreen actions.
Picks up the current road sign-posted speed limit.
Ability to set a corporate threshold that can't be over-ridden.
Operates on Transtech's iFace Gen2 in-cab computing platform.
Notifies driver when GPS signal is low or 'untrusted' and speed is not displayed.
Back office alerting with in-depth view on the speed event.
Provides the basis to assist adherence to COR requirements.
Audio and visual tools alert drivers to potential issues.
Different presets can be set for different roads or areas.
Easy to use interface minimises or negates driver training issues.
Corporate wide thresholds can be set for all vehicles.
Updates are provided 'over-the-air' to reduce maintenance tasks.
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For just $300, you get the full 30 Day Summer Slim Down Weight Los Challenge which includes access to a private Facebook group that provides daily nutrition coaching, advice and motivation. In addition, you also receive a RoughFit fitness membership for 30 days of unlimited classes and the following products:
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In addition, you are also eligible to win prize money! Our top 3 participants will enter a drawing to win prize amounts of $1000, $500 or $300. And an extra $200 will go to the person who achieved the highest percentage of weight loss.
The nutrition plan does the thinking for you by providing recipes for each day, and giving you a clear outline of how to nurture your body throughout the detox.
And enjoy your workouts with creative, fun and challenging workouts designed by our Master Trainers!


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metal toxicity
Heavy metals toxicity caused by increasing levels of pollution and use of chemicals in industry is a growing threat to our health and development of our children. High levels of toxic metals deposited in body tissues and subsequently in the brain, may cause significant developmental and neurological damage, including autistic symptoms, depression, increased irritability, anxiety, insomnia, hallucinations, memory loss, aggression and many other disorders.
Some possible sources of heavy metals poisoning include chemical products, fertilizers, industrial paint, building materials, fish that is high in mercury, silver dental fillings, and mercury preservatives in vaccines, nasal sprays, and many more.
Lead may be found in dirt near roads and is commonly present in paint from older houses. Children with pica or who eat paint chips may develop toxic lead levels. Cadmium is used in batteries, steel-belted tires, and plastics. The clear plastics used to cover foods may be a source of cadmium and it is also found in cigarette smoke. Mercury is used in batteries, dental amalgam, vacuum pumps, valves, and seals. High amounts of mercury from the dental fillings of the cremated deceased have caused contamination of the surrounding neighborhoods. Arsenic is high in seafood and may also be found in animals fed arsenic in their feed. Arsenic is also present in wood preservatives, fungicides, herbicides, corrosion inhibitors, and in lead and copper alloys.
Advanced laboratory testing will help determine levels of heavy metals deposited in body tissues and best course of treatments. People suffering from above mentioned disorders may respond favorably to removal of toxic metals. These patients may also have low values of essential elements like calcium, potassium, zinc, and magnesium, which can also be diagnosed with the test by the Great Plains Laboratory. Treatment of heavy metal exposure usually involves the removal of the heavy metal source and treatment with chelating agents.


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March 1, 2012
my sketchbook: making lemonade
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I love your attitude, your letters, and your art! We make the best wiuith what we have, and you have done so beautifully! I loooove it!ReplyDelete
I always wanted to do calligraphy too but also have the dreaded 'sinistro' going on..but I didn't know at first that the angle of the pen wouldn't work for me so it was a disire never to be filled. You are a true artist, not letting anything hold you back and so those letters are more beautiful than the 'proper' way..Good for you! xoReplyDelete
*I hear that they do make pens for us lefties now..Oh, I found a link - http://www.johnnealbooks.com/prod_detail_list/424
Beautiful! I bought myself a book also on how to do that as well a couple of months ago!ReplyDelete
I'm a lefty too! And you obviously learned well because these are beautiful.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousMarch 1, 2012 at 11:32 PM
Yup it is what it is... My fave of the hour is "the main thing is to keep the main thing the main thing"ReplyDelete
well it hardly matters that you didn't 'learn' calligraphy. You have developed your very own style and I love it. I love the creativity it displays and the fabulous colours you add. It sure looks like fun! And so effective!ReplyDelete
ha! me too. I had some calligraphy in school but I could only eek out a B on the projects because it is so difficult to produce the correct angle left handed....that would be AFTER I had to redo it several times because my hand would get in the way smearing ink!!!!ReplyDelete
I've worked really hard over the years to have beautiful handwriting, whether it is correct or not....It is interesting that there is a "switch" that I can turn off and go right back to my scrawliness which after so long isn't actually that bad ;)
How can you say that you will have more than letters in that sketch? What I see should be framed and hung on a wall! This is just beautiful...and I love that saying, as well!ReplyDelete
Very pretty. Great job and great philosophical sayings.ReplyDelete
Great message! I love lettering and yours is beautiful.ReplyDelete
I love calligraphy. I studied it in h.s. and do it as an amateur with my own invented alphabets for various people and organizations. I think that you fulfilled that dream for certain! If you ever decide to make your sketchbook prints available for sale, I will buy them! I want to have a piece of art on my wall for each word that I pick yearly. I have not found the right art as of yet for any of them, so I am a bit behind! If you would be interested in creating something custom for me for one of my words, let's talk! I would love to commission you to make me something to frame for my studio.ReplyDelete
Enjoy the day!
Ohhh I'm in love with these letters... You have a lovely talent... Truly lovely.ReplyDelete
What a very pretty page for your journal.
Jennie. X
This is some SERIOUSLY great art. I love it. Is there anything you dont do?? :)ReplyDelete


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Fiat Chrysler Automobiles' lucrative Ram 1500 truck is getting a significant overhaul, and it's about time– this generation was presented for the 2009 model year. We anticipate styling will be evolutionary which Ram will not follow Ford down the aluminum roadway, utilizing a steel bed and mostly steel body panels. The truck in these spy pictures is practically completely covered in camouflage, however peering through it as finest we can, it looks like if the grille will partly bleed into the headlights, an industry-wide style pattern. These images likewise reveal a huge taxi, perhaps showing the intro of the Mega Cab to the 1500 series (it formerly has actually been offered just on the sturdy designs) or just that the truck is growing. There likewise have actually been reports, stired due to a patent filing in 2014, that this next-gen Ram would have a split-door tailgate, however no center joint appears on this test truck. These shots offer a quite clear take a look at the interior, highlighted by a huge squared-off UConnect infotainment screen. The upgraded environment controls include a three-dial row below 2 radio knobs, and aeronautical-style switches can be seen at the bottom of the center stack. We likewise can see that Ram's rotary equipment selector endures the remodeling. 2019 Ram 1500
2019 Ram 1500 Review
Simply as the Golden State Warriors are clear leaders in the NBA, the Ford F-150 is the ruling champ in the pickup-truck area. However simply as the Cavaliers, Spurs, Rockets, and Celtics aren't merely rolling over, FCA's truck department is introducing its brand-new offensive for the 2019 model year.
The Ram will not just fight the F-150, it'll spar with the Chevrolet Silverado and the GMC Sierra, which likewise are going through redesigns. On the other hand, the chassis of this truck will underpin the upcoming Jeep Wagoneer, set to be among Jeep's most significant new-vehicle launches in years.
The 2019 Ram's body-on-frame truck platform likely will rollover much from the current-generation pickups. These images likewise validate the brand-new model will continue to utilize a coil-spring suspension.
There's a great deal of versatility in this building approach, and it's possible that in addition to a Mega Cab at one end of the scale, it might be adjusted to develop a mid-size entry to compete with the Chevrolet Colorado and the upcoming Ford Ranger.
Engine and Specs
Ram agents inform us that 75 percent of their truck sales have actually consisted of a Hemi powertrain, so it's safe to presume that the next-generation 1500 will bring the 5.7-liter V-8 with it. Documentation in these spy images is fuzzy, however it points out both the V-8 and the gas 3.6-liter V-6, along with the eight-speed automated transmission.
Reports recommend that this might be the very first Ram to include a V-6 with direct injection for more power and much better fuel economy. Extension of the turbo-diesel 3.0-liter V-6 probably will depend completely on the result of the existing legal procedures relating to possible cheater software application in the Jeep Grand Cherokee and Ram designs.
Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Ford F-150, GMC Sierra 1500, Nissan Titan, Toyota Tundra.
Release and Price 2019 Ram 1500
Try to find the brand-new Ram 1500 to make its launching early next year at the Detroit car program.
Rates needs to resemble today's, and we anticipate revamped sturdy designs utilizing matching styling hints to show up quickly later.
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I am a junior, originally from the Adirondack region of New York. My life can be summed up by my love of my golden retrievers (Riley, Lily, and Coda), hiking, camping, long and spontaneous road trips, and playing the guitar (especially if it's around the campfire with the best of friends).
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text: Mercedes has confirmed its new mid-range SUV - the GLC - will be available in the UK. The new model replaces the GLK which was only available in left-hand drive markets and features an all-new design upgraded technology and improved efficiency – with fuel consumption reductions of up to 19 per cent. All models feature 4MATIC permanent all-wheel drive while Mercedes is also offering a plug-in hybrid variant for the first time in the segment. Prices for the Mercedes GLC start at £34,950 OTR when is goes on sale later in the year.


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Why is Tech Talk Tuesday important?
Tech Talk Tuesday #48: How can we make the movement around TTT grow?
Screenagers came to life for two main reasons. The first: experience and science have shown us that excessive screen time can affect kids negatively. The second: the fact that there is now such an extreme pull of screens on kids, parents need support to thoughtfully help their children to have time off screens.
Given this is the biggest parenting issue of our time, we knew that a movie is a great start but that a real movement is needed and thus we created Tech Talk Tuesday (TTT). WE WOULD LOVE YOUR HELP TO HAVE IT SPREAD AND HELP MORE FAMILIES.
You can post it on Facebook, Twitter or email it to someone:
TTT is all about giving ideas each week that foster ongoing calm, short conversations with between kids and their parents, teachers and their students, and others.
We have lovingly written 46 weeks of TTT thus far! Click here to browse and I bet you will find a topic you have wanted to talk with your family about but didn't yet do it. Now is a great time!
This week is about the value of TTT and how we can all help to make it grow!
- Discuss with your kids whether they think you argue more than talk calmly about tech time in your lives?
- Do you have any innovative ideas that help you control your screen time?
- Share your innovative ideas with the Screenagers team here.
- Will you share TTT with your friends, families, workplace colleagues?