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FLIGHT International, 23 August (973 353 Avion! Fly-by-wire for combat aircraft I N MAY 1972 a converted F-8C Crusader made what was claimed by Nasa to be the first flight of an aircraft relying entirely on electrical signalling to control the motion of the aileron, elevator and rudder. A num ber of other aircraft, including the Avro 707, SCI, TSR.2, VAK 191B and Concorde, had flown previously with electrical control-surface signalling (or fly-by-wire), but all had incorpor ated mechanical-link back-up. The BAE's two-seat Hunter has mechanical back-up (see Flight, June 28) but it is hoped to dispense with this later. The Nasa F-8C uses a fly-by-wire (FBW) system based on rate gyros and a central digital computer developed for the Apollo programme. The single-channel digital system is backed up by a three-channel analogue arrangement and the electrical signals are converted to a hydraulic output by an actuator specially developed for the FBW F-8. The original control stick and rudder controls are retained, and more than 15 flights have been made so far. While some undesirable con trol characteristics have been encoun tered, these have been eliminated by re-programming the computer, and flight-testing to date has been satis factory. The pilot is able to change the stability characteristics in flight simply by pushing a button on the instrument panel. Theoretically, FBW has a number of advantages over more conventional mechanical systems which employ cables, rods, bell-cranks and hydraulic lines. It should be lighter, and offers the designer greater freedom to choose unconventional layouts which would have unacceptable stability characteristics if it were not for the use of fully integrated stability aug mentation. These basically unstable designs promise benefits in terms of greater manoeuvrability, better range and improved performance. Because of the absence of mechanical linkages the requirements of access for mainten ance could be simplified. Periodic re- rigging is not necessary and built-in test equipment can be used to indicate failures, which should normally be isolated to fine-replaceable units. The use of modular construction helps to save space—always at a premium on high-performance aircraft Mechanical control system non- linearities such as stiction, friction and hysteresis are eliminated and pilot response and feel (stick force) can be matched to flight conditions through out the flight envelope. Complex blending and mixing linkages are avoided, as all signals are electrical and can be summed electronically. FBW permits the use of side-sticks or other miniature controllers, allow ing improved cockpit layout and a pilot position which reduces sensitivity to high-g manoeuvres. It is claimed that FBW helps to reduce workload. While the exploitation of these advantages has been the objective of the BAE and Nasa studies, the United States Air Force has indicated a par ticular interest in FBW as a means of improving the ability of aircraft to survive combat damage. In 1969 the USAF awarded McDonnell Douglas a $16-5 million contract to develop and test-fly a YF-4E Phantom with what the Service described as a survivable flight-control system. The aircraft made its maiden flight, with a three-axis quadruplex FBW system installed, in April 1972. While mechanical back-up is provided for longitudinal and directional control, it was decided that the F-4 could be landed safely in reasonable weather with lateral control inoperative, and mechanical back-up for this axis was not provided. Side-stick controllers The FBW F-4 is controlled by a centre stick in the front, cockpit with side-stick controllers in both front and rear cockpits. This allows a direct comparison to be, made between the performance of FBW and conventional controls. The monitoring system indi cates failures and a built-in test facility allows the system to • be checked before flight. When McDonnell Douglas was awarded the contract, it was intended that a system to demonstrate the dis tribution of power by wire would be incorporated. In this arrangement, electrical rather than hydraulic power would be transmitted from the engines I to the control-surface actuators. Hydraulic power would then be generated by electro-hydraulic pumps forming an integral part of the con trol-surface actuators. Each actuator could easily be protected against combat damage, while separate channels for power distribution would provide redundancy. At the end of last year, however, it became apparent that equipment for flight-testing would not be available within the tight schedule laid down by the USAF, and work on this part of the programme was terminated. Experience with the YF-4E indicates that the FBW wiring for the flight- control system must be isolated from that of other systems and that dis persal of each channel is necessary to minimise combat damage. The use of press connectors should be avoided (where they are necessary, they should be designed to eliminate the possibility of incorrect assembly), and jacket monitoring should be incor porated to detect faults before a system failure occurs. All connections must be positively sealed to exclude moisture and other contaminants. Obviously, the source of auxiliary power (like a ram-air turbine or even a battery) must have sufficient power to permit control during engine relight or a dead-stick landing. Testing to date To date the FBW Phantom has com pleted about 30 test flights. The first seven flights were made with little of the FBW system in operation, but following modifications the fully quad ruplex system is now available for longitudinal, lateral and directional control. Significantly, no in-flight mal function has created a situation which would have required a reversion to mechanical back-up to ensure the safe completion of the flight. The aircraft has been flown on FBW from power- on stalls under approach conditions to Mach 2 at 40,000ft and has pulled 5g. Both the electrical and mechanical back-up systems have been demon strated in flight, and formation flying, instrument flying, take-offs, landings and over-the-top manoeuvres (loops, etc) have been carried out using the FBW system with both centre-stick and side-stick controllers. Much effort has been devoted to the refinement of control responses. A structural feedback, excited by full rudder sideslip, was discovered and eliminated and it was found that the lack of an FBW trim significantly increased the pilot's workload. The aircraft has now been made available to US Governmental agencies for demonstration flights and it is planned to delete the mechanical back-up in the near future. While the side-stick controller has performed well, test pilots who have flown the aircraft suggest that it does not appear to be a substitute for the centre stick or a centre-mounted hand controller under ^the demanding conditions of a fighter versus fighter dogfight. It did, how ever, allow precise tracking, and pilots were able to line up targets faster and more accurately. FBW makes it possible to add vernier control at low cost and the USAF seems satisfied that it results in an overall improvement in the accuracy of weapon delivery-
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As the temps dramatically drop here in Philadelphia, I can't help but dream of spring. We are supposed to have some lovely warm weather this weekend, so in preparation I have selected a few items on my wishlist. Springtime has me loving both free-flowing bohemian looks + structured, elegant pieces. Which style is your fave?
Bucket Bag | Tassel Necklace | Espadrilles | Bow Elastic | Crossbody Bag | Layered Necklace

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Dale Monceaux - Process Technology Development and Process Design
Co-founder of AdvanceBio and renewable fuel and chemical technologist, with over 30 years of international experience in process technology development and plant design, construction, commissioning and startup.
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As VP of BBI International, oversees the development of advanced biofuels and biomass-based renewable energy projects, as well as engineering and consulting services for BBI.
Harry Gwinnell - White Dog Labs IP Attorney
Cargill's VP and Chief IP Counsel for many years.
Paul McWilliams - Plant Design and Construction
40 years of experience with Cargill, including leading process development, piloting, commercial plant design, construction and commissioning for corn-milling plants. lactic acid production and extracting GMO crops.
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Research focused on areas of systems biology, metabolic engineering, experimental and computational genomics with applications in stem-cell biology and prokaryotic biology for the production of biofuels and chemicals from biomass.
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Defined benefit plans often offer the largest deductions for funding retirement benefits. Contributions are determined using actuarial assumptions and retirement benefits stated in the plan document. In most cases a defined benefit pension plan must be funded each year regardless of business profits. Sometimes a range of contributions is allowed, which gives some flexibility in contributions. Changes in interest rates, investment experience, and employer demographics can alter the funding pattern of a plan.
Traditional Defined Benefit
- A traditional defined benefit plan bases monthly retirement benefits on a formula stated in the plan document. The formula is often an amount earned for each year of service. The amount is based on a specific dollar or a percentage of compensation.
- Contributions are actuarially determined each year based on the projected benefits at retirement and the current value of the plan account. The annual minimum required contribution must be deposited within 8-1/2 months of the plan year end to avoid penalty.
- When a distribution is payable upon termination or retirement, the normal form of benefit is a monthly annuity. If the participant is married, the normal form is a joint and survivor annuity.
Cash Balance
- A cash balance plan is a type of defined benefit pension plan which looks like a defined contribution plan. Each participant's benefit is expressed in the form of a (hypothetical) individual account. The accounts are credited annually with amounts specified in the plan document.
- Although contribution credits are specified in the plan document, actual contributions are determined actuarially. Contributions are not discretionary, as they are in a profit sharing plan, and they must be deposited within 8-1/2 months of the plan year end to avoid penalty.
- When a distribution is payable upon termination or retirement, the normal form of benefit is a monthly annuity. In lieu of the annuity, the participant may elect a lump sum distribution. If the participant is married, a joint and survivor annuity option must also be offered and the spouse must consent to any optional form of payment, including the lump sum.
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Driver Training Segment 1 provides 24 hours of classroom instruction and 6 hours of driving. The driving time may extend beyond the class dates. Students must be at least 14 years and 8 months to enroll.
June 14 - June 28
Friday, Saturday, Monday-Friday x 2
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Jerz > Writing > Professional > Résumés
The purpose of your résumé (and also your cover letter) is to set you apart from the rest of the pack. This doesn't mean that you should write in flashy colors or submit a music video. It does mean that you should tailor the content to fit the specific job you want, and tailor the appearance to fit your own personality. The résumé and cover letter sell the applicant to the company and are supposed to prove your worthiness for the position.
Avoid the MS-Word resume templates — in each class of 25 students, I typically get 5 who use the exact same default template, which tends to squish the text over to the right. I think it's probably better to have a plain resume than use a complex template without personalizing it and fixing the design flaw. -DGJ
- Résumés — Top 5 Tips
I regularly ask my students to submit résumés early in the semester. Here are tips to resolve the top 5 problems that typically cause stress for my students (and me) during this assignment.
- Résumés — Content
Employers read résumés in order to find evidence that a particular applicant is well qualified for a particular job. Experience, education, training, and personal qualities relevant to the job are all important. The résumé should describe what has led the applicant to where he or she is now.
- Résumés — Presentation
Many employers look for creativity and imagination when the job calls for it. However, it is best to aim for a professional, neat, and organized look for your résumé. If you are applying for a job that requires radical creativity, you can always include a portfolio of your wildest, most unbusinesslike work!
- Cover Letter — Top 5 Tips
A detailed résumé is only part of the game plan. You can't simply say "I am a good match" — you have to prove it. Your cover letter should emphasize why your experiences and attributes make you a good match for the job.
Fall, 1999 — first posted by Erin Vanden Wymelenberg
15 Jan 2000 — modified and reorganized (DGJ)
24 Apr 2015 — minor updates


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Vintage Shopping at Ardingly
Wow! Have you ever been before? I confess to being an Ardingly novice and don't know why I've not been before. Its amazing!! Well worth the wait, thats for sure & I will definitely be going again! The home of Ardingly which is an International Antiques fair is at the South of England Showground near Haywards Heath in Surrey and is run over two … Read More Vintage Shopping at Ardingly


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Okay, I don't know how to start all of this new blog thing so I'm going to say the basic information about me:
|Amalfi Coast, Italy
My name is Gaia, I live in a small city near Milan, Italy, I've got many hobbies and passions and one of the biggest is travelling.
I love exploring new countries and I think a lot of people want to explore mine and so here we come to what I want to do with this blog.
Most of the world sees Italy only as pizza, lasagne and mandolin but it's a lot more than this. Italy is not only made of Rome, Venice and Florence, but it's made of more than 200 beautiful villages, 50 UNESCO sites and thousands of beautiful places not a lot of people know. Italy is about small cities, it's about tradition, family, community...
I want to talk to you about the way we live, the way we see the world from our eyes, about how much we care about our history, our monuments, our Italy.
I'm just a girl who thinks she's one of the luckiest living where she lives. I saw a lot of places and I still think my home is one of the best.
|Puglia, Italy
I want to make you understand how beautiful and amazing this country is, It's more beautiful than everyone thinks. It's a perfect mixture of history, modernity, tradition and nature.
A lot of people look at what they're visiting with stiff eyes, I don't want to do that, I like to see things from every side, and a city is not only made of the center, the buildings and the suburbs; it's made of streets which have seen thousands of people walking, from the Roman soldiers to the street-dancers, it's made of the sky, the clouds, the sun, which make every single view an unique place that can make you feel every emotion in two seconds, it's made of the traffic of an eventful life or the peace of a country life. This is a city, and this is my point of view.


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Cosmetologists need a number of skills to be successful, such as creativity and technical skills to provide the styles and cosmetic results that each client is seeking. They also need to have business and time-management skills to compete in the changing beauty industry.
Cosmetologists have to rely on more than just their skills as stylists and makeup artists. They must have great customer service skills to retain and gain new clients through word of mouth. As many cosmetologists are self-employed, they must also have marketing skills to sell the services and products they offer.
Cosmetologists must also keep up with the latest styles and trends by attending additional technical classes for coloring, cutting and new techniques they can offer their customers. Stylists should have the physical ability to stand for long periods of time and repeatedly perform the same movements, such as combing, cutting and blow drying.
Requirements for becoming a cosmetologist vary by state, though each state does require a license, which is granted upon completion of cosmetology courses. Cosmetology education can take from nine to 15 months to complete, and in some states apprenticeships can be substituted to satisfy the requirements that apply to obtaining the cosmetology license.


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Attorney at Law, Partner
Ken Greenstein is an attorney who co-founded Greenstein and McDonald in 2001, a law partnership in San Francisco. He is in his 20th year as an attorney and he has been assisting Bay Area tenants for more than 20 years. In 2004, he was the lead counsel on the largest tenant settlement in Bay Area history for nearly 14 years in the amount of $3,825,000 and he has been instrumental in many of the largest verdicts and settlements attained by Greenstein and McDonald. Prior to becoming an attorney, he worked as a paralegal for many years, including managing the Oakland Eviction Defense Center for nearly two years.
Mr. Greenstein graduated with a B.A. from UC Santa Barbara in 1987 and was a national political organizer out of Washington D.C. in the late 1980s. In 1995 he graduated from New College School of Law.
He has worked on social justice, environmental and human rights issues for more than 30 years. Mr. Greenstein is currently on the on the Board of Directors of Amazon Watch. He has worked for Greenpeace and several other non-profits. He was also on the Board of Directors of International Rivers for 6 years, the Bay Area Chapter of the National Lawyers Guild for 4 years, and is also on the advisory board to another international NGO, the Accountability Counsel.
STEVEN J. McDONALD
Attorney at Law, Partner
Steven J. McDonald has been in private practice as an attorney specializing in tenant rights since 1995. He has time and again successfully defended tenants in unlawful detainer evictions and prosecuted wrongful eviction actions against landlords as well as actions for habitability and defective conditions, retaliation, nuisance, and harassment. He brings experience, aggressiveness, creativity and reputation to his practice of law.
Mr. McDonald along with his law partners have secured some of the largest awards at trial and settlement in Bay Area history. He has also been successful in the appellate courts.
Mr. McDonald's background includes working for civil rights at the ACLU and for environmental justice at Communities For A Better Environment during law school. He also has a background in the Arts and Humanities with Bachelor of Arts Degree and Master of Arts Degree from San Francisco State University as well as years of experience in the construction field.
Attorney at Law
Jaymee Faith Cadiz Sagisi, Esq. has been a part of Greenstein and McDonald since 2005. Her practice focuses on litigation in the area of landlord-tenant disputes, representing only tenants. Ms. Sagisi has successfully represented tenants in a wide variety of cases, including those involving wrongful evictions, habitability defects, harassment, housing discrimination, and nuisances. During law school, Ms. Sagisi was a N.Y. Public Interest fellow, taught as a student teacher for a program of the N.Y. Civil Rights Coalition, and participated in the Housing Clinic for Legal Aid. Prior to attending law school, she double majored in Political Science and Asian American Studies and served as the President of the student body at S.F. State University.
Ms. Sagisi has been involved in various organizations such as the Veterans Equity Center and Coleman Advocates for Children and Youth which are dedicated to correcting the injustices affecting seniors, youth and students, women, immigrants and low income families. Ms. Sagisi has championed many campaigns and programs geared at building communities and fighting for change, particularly her recent work to help establish the Bill Sorro Housing Program (BiSHoP) which provides free legal and social services related to housing for low income families.
Attorney at Law
Ari Gershon has been a practicing attorney since 2006. A dedicated advocate for tenants' rights, he focuses on tenant cases at Greenstein & McDonald, aggressively litigating affirmative civil lawsuits against landlords, and other tenant matters. He has defended tenants facing eviction in the San Francisco Court, and his tireless efforts in private practice as well as pro-bono volunteer work regularly achieves excellent results for tenants in need of habitability repairs and tenants who have suffered harassment and abuse at their homes.
Prior to becoming an attorney, Mr. Gershon counseled and represented tenants while a student at Golden Gate University School of Law, appearing in a variety of administrative hearings and advocating through the Tenderloin Housing Clinic Law Office, where he worked as an apprentice.
Prior to law school, Mr. Gershon worked as a technology professional specializing on internet application development, programming and design – and at times on progressive political and labor campaigns.
Attorney at Law
Kelli Shields has been a practicing attorney since 2011, and joined the Greenstein & McDonald team in 2012. Her practice focuses on litigating landlord-tenant disputes, solely representing tenants. Ms. Shields has successfully represented tenants in unlawful detainer actions and in numerous affirmative civil lawsuits including actions for wrongful eviction, habitability defects, retaliation, harassment, and nuisance.
Ms. Shields' background includes working on a variety of social and environmental justice issues. During law school, Ms. Shields was a clinician at the Environmental Law and Justice Clinic. After law school she joined Tenants Together's legal team, where she was an advocate for renters' rights throughout California.
Prior to becoming an attorney, Ms. Shields was a community organizer and office manager at the Center for Biological Diversity. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Environmental Geography from the University of Oklahoma, and a law degree from Golden Gate University School of Law with a Certificate of Specialization in Environmental Law with Distinction.


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While the Seattle Seahawks may have won last nights Super Bowl XLVIII, the real star of last nights event was Anthony Kiedis meggings worn during the Pepsi Halftime Show. Meggings, or male leggings for some, have been over the last year creeping into mainstream style and last night solidified that they're here to stay, at least for 2014.
While some find men in leggings confusing and outright strange, it really isn't a far cry from skin tight skinny jeans that have been on trend for a while now. With solid colors and out of this world prints, like the Jeremy Scott 'Internet' leggings Kiedis wore, there will definitely be a meggings style to fit any mood.
The key to meggings is styling them perfectly. Opt for some solid color meggings, like the Meggings Man Clothing Black Basic Megging and pair with some hi-top sneakers and a printed tank or tee to pull of a casual yet stylish look. For a more Kiedis inspired look get the Galaxy Meggings and stick to a solid color top and shoe to avoid clashing prints. Head over to Meggings Man Clothing website and check out the other meggings style they have to offer.


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Polenta Crouton Salad Recipe
This polenta crouton salad was my dear friend Carole's idea. Carole is the editor of PhamFatale.com, and someone recently gave her the title of "Literary Swiffer," which I completely approve of. She always comments on the meals I feature on the website. When I posted polenta fries, Carole suggested another version I hadn't considered. She used to eat at a Mexican restaurant in San Francisco that served polenta croutons in their salad and she told me she could have made a meal on the croutons alone!
To make the dish, cubes of polenta are deep-fried until crisp and tossed with mixed alfalfa sprouts, home-grown Sugar Sweet cherry tomatoes, fresh cubed mango and a bit of cheese. Thanks for the inspiration, Carole!
Yields: 6 servings1 (18-ounce) package pre-cooked polenta
1 clove pickled garlic, finely minced
1 cup vegetable oil
3½ cups mixed sprouted greens
1½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved
¾ cup cubed mango
¼ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
¼ cup diced sweet cheese (see tips)
½ teaspoon sea salt (or regular salt)
1 tablespoon curly parlsey, finely chopped
¾ cup your favorite vinaigrette
For the polenta:
I used store-bought sundried-tomato and garlic polenta. You can find it at Trader Joe's.
I used Karoun brand sweet cheese. You could replace it with any soft cheese such as mozzarella.
If you're not allergic to gluten, you could sprinkle the polenta croutons with a dusting of all-purpose flour prior to frying them.Published By: on September 23, 2013.


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Quickie Clean Up: the Living/Family Room
Are you ready for today's Quickie Clean Up? Let's get started! This is for your living room and/or family room. I live in an older two story farm house and we only have a living room, so that is what has served as our family room as well. There are homes that have both living rooms or sitting rooms and family rooms where you have your television, book cases, bins for toys and so on. This clean up session will work for both.
1. Start up high. Dust down any cobwebs. This is a possible tool for getting to the higher places. Obviously if you have vaulted ceilings you will need something more professional for reaching those high corners.
2. Dust picture frames, pictures and other items hanging on the walls. This would also be a good time to clean mirrors. Microfiber cloths are great for picking up surface dust. They are readily available at many stores This is one option.
3. Look around the room between shoulder and waist height. Are there things out of place or things that need to be discarded; a candle nub on the fireplace mantle; a vase of flowers that has wilted on the piano?
4. Dust at this level, not just the surface of the piano or bookshelves, but items also....clocks, book bindings, lamps, candle holders, etc.
5. Look at the other furniture in the room: chairs, couches, tables, coffee tables and so on. Is there anything that belongs somewhere else? Children's toys, that book you finished, DVD's the family was watching last night. Put things back in there appropriate places. If it doesn't have a place, make one or get rid of it.
6. Fold any throws or blankets in the room. Fluff and straighten the cushions and pillows in the room.
7. Dust or wipe down the chairs, tables, TV stand and other large items like bookshelves. The type of material the furniture is made out of will determine the cleaners that you use. For most things regular dusting with the microfiber cloth will keep things clean. However, real wood surfaces benefit from occasional cleanings with products like Murphy's Oil Soap or other wood cleaners. If your items are made from some sort of strong acrylic or glass, a cleaner like Windex Multi-surface is a safe bet. But know your furniture. Leather couches can be wiped down with a damp cloth and will look fresh. Microsuede or other cloth can be vacuumed.
8. Now look at the floor. What is out of place? If this is a gathering place for the whole family and everyone contributes to the "mess" then everyone should help clean up. I know this is a never ending battle until your children move out, but it is worth it to keep trying to get them involved in the care and keeping of your home. Often a good method is to assign everyone a bin or basket. Throughout the day, their items can be placed in their baskets. At the end of the day or the week, they take their belongings back to their rooms. Here are some possible bins and other things for assigning each member of the family: milk crate, decorative bin, basket.
(As you can see, I am not as adept as my daughter at putting in these links. I'll get there!)
9. Check over the floor for small items like lego pieces, bobby pins or fruit snacks, candies, changes and so on. Pick items up and place the non edibles in a small cup or dish to be redistributed later (the edibles should be pitched).
10. Vacuum.
Some will say to vacuum first and then do everything else as vacuuming can raise dust. If you have a decent vacuum, that doesn't explode dust every time you use it, and you change the bag regularly, you should be okay to vacuum last. I always feel that vacuuming finishes the project.
Hope these steps will inspire you to do a little more spring cleaning this weekend. Next week our focus will be Easter so be sure to check in for more fun.


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B.1989 Scranton, Pennsylvania
Lives and Works in Philadelphia, PA
2012 B.F.A-University of the Arts, Philadelphia, PA
Solo/Two Person Exhibitions
2018 Spring Dance, Jason Jacques Gallery, New York, NY
2015 Forbidden Fruit, Snyderman-Works Gallery, Philadelphia, PA
2013 Making It: Kishita/Souter, University of the Arts, Philadelphia, PA
John Souter, Snyderman-Works Gallery, Philadelphia, PA
Group Exhibitions
2018 Ceiling UNTLD, Thomas Hunter Projects, Hunter College, New York, NY
2016 National Clay, Traver Gallery, Seattle, WA
Summer Resident Exhibition, Archie Bray Foundation, Helena, MT
Fellowship Exhibition, Holter Museum of Art, Helena, MT
The Once and Future, New Now, Sherry Leedy Contemporary, Kansas City, MO
Sight Unseen, Kansas City Convention Center, Kansas City, MO
Archie Bray Foundation, Belger Crane Yard, Kansas City, MO
2015 Fellowship Exhibition, Archie Bray Foundation, Helena, MT
Summer Resident Exhibition, Archie Bray Foundation, Helena, MT
2014 Bray Resident Artists, Kolva-Sullivan Gallery, Spokane WA
2012 Nonesuch - Senior Thesis Exhibition, University of the Arts, Philadelphia, PA
2011 Hope For Hope, The Clay Studio, Philadelphia, PA
Midsummer Meltdown, Bookspace, Philadelphia, PA
Public Collections
Fuller Craft Museum, Brockton, MA
Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art, Overland Park, KS
The Knight Foundation, Miami, FL
Archie Bray Foundation, Helena, MT
2017 "Pandémique Céramique", IHeartMagazine, Charlotte Sarrola
2016 "National Clay", Art LTD, Matt Kangas
"Interview with John Souter", Title Magazine, Joe Bartram
2015 "John Souter Breaks Down Everything You Believe Is Real", CFileOnline, Justin Crowe
2013 "Fired Up", American Craft Magazine, Danielle Maestretti, December/January, pg. 16.
"Spotlight", Ceramic Review, July/August.
"Spotlight", Edge Magazine, Fall/Winter
2012 "Windgate Fellowships", Ceramics Monthly Yearbook, pg. 45.
Archie Bray Foundation, Helena, MT
Anderson Ranch, Snowmass Village, CO
Guldagergaad, Skaelskor, Denmark


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This infographic details why we should start to drink matcha more often, how can we use matcha, and what it can do for your health. What exactly is matcha? Matcha is finely milled green tea which creates a green tea powder. Check out the infographic below for all of the benefits of matcha.
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A traditional Christmas Scene by John Clayton.
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An Australian number plate firm called MyPlates have received hundreds of complaints due to a recent ad campaign.
The ad, targeted at female drivers, welcomes its audience to "man-proof" their cars by accessorising them with ... erm ... I guess you can say "girly" number plates?
It has proven controversial due to the picture of the male driver, who breaks wind and picks his nose, disgustingly wiping it on the interior of the car in unnecessary detail.
Obviously it is meant to be tongue-in-cheek (or finger-in-nose) but many are calling the advert outright sexist. Take a look for yourself:
As you can see MyPlates offers such elegant images such as shoes, hearts, flowers and tiger print for their woman-centric number plates. Not tacky at all.
But that one ad resulted in 350 complaints to the Australian Standard Bureau. Comments on the YouTube called the ads stupid and disgusting whereas others saw the funny side.
One commenter said: Apart from being disgusting and, in the case of the nose picking one, virtually unwatchable, they're highly sexist, implying that men are all filthy pigs and women have no unpleasant habits whatsoever. Nobody needs this kind of crap.
Plus YouTube comments include cries of "disgusting" and "stupid", and other things I'm not repeating.
So what do you think? Over-reaction? Is it sexist? Let us know.


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Why it's important sport makes a stand against Trump's Muslim ban
There are many who believe that sport and politics should not mix and yet history is littered with examples.
Take the Olympic Games alone.
We have seen the legendary Jesse Owens winning four gold medals in Berlin striking a blow to Adolf Hitler's vision of Aryan supremacy; Tommie Smith and John Carlos raising their fists to highlight inequality in the United States in Mexico City in 1968; and boycotts denying athletes the opportunity to compete at the Olympic Games most recently in Moscow in 1980 and Los Angeles four years later.
Politicians have long basked in the glory of national sporting success. Bob Hawke, the former Australian Prime Minister, essentially gave the nation a day off after Australia II remarkably won the America's Cup in 1983 and Ireland celebrated for days amid the fervour that surrounded Katie Taylor's London 2012 gold medal win in the Women's Boxing, to mention just two examples.
The International Olympic Committee states in its Charter that "The goal of Olympism is to place sport at the service of the harmonious development of humankind, with a view to promoting a peaceful society concerned with the preservation of human dignity.
"The enjoyment of the rights and freedoms set forth in this Olympic Charter shall be secured without discrimination of any kind, such as race, colour, sex, sexual orientation, language, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth or other status."
Sport gives individuals, communities and nations the opportunity to break down barriers, to forge new relationships and promote the principles of respect, teamwork and fair play that sit at the heart of sport's raison d'être.
So is it any wonder that sporting icons have been at the forefront of criticism of United States President Donald Trump, who signed an executive order which bans nationals from Iran, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria and Yemen from entering the U.S?
Among those who have spoken out, it is the criticism by Sir Mo Farah, winner of four Olympic gold medals, who was born in Somalia before coming to Great Britain when he was eight, which has caused much embarrassment to the White House.
Sir Mo originally thought that he may be banned from returning to his training base in Portland, Oregon, which turned out not to be the case after the Foreign Office clarified the situation.
In his statement, Sir Mo said: "On January 1 this year, Her Majesty The Queen made me a Knight of the Realm. On January 27, President Donald Trump seems to have made me an alien.
"I am a British citizen who has lived in America for the past six years – working hard, contributing to society, paying my taxes and bringing up our four children in the place they now call home. Now, me and many others like me are being told that we may not be welcome.
"It's deeply troubling that I will have to tell my children that Daddy might not be able to come home - to explain why the President has introduced a policy that comes from a place of ignorance and prejudice.
"I was welcomed into Britain from Somalia at eight years old and given the chance to succeed and realise my dreams. I have been proud to represent my country, win medals for the British people and receive the greatest honour of a knighthood. My story is an example of what can happen when you follow policies of compassion and understanding, not hate and isolation."
Farah's main sponsor, Nike, also condemned the order with CEO Mark Parker stating: "Nike believes in a world where everyone celebrates the power of diversity. Regardless of whether or how you worship, where you come from or who you love, everyone's individual experience is what makes us stronger as a whole."
Nike, remember, is one of the biggest brands in the world. It has the power to communicate to audiences that politicians just cannot reach, including young people passionate about sport and fashion.
Los Angeles, bidding for the 2024 Olympic Games, may also be compromised by President Trump's executive order, so it was understandable that LA mayor Eric Garcetti, who has become a face of the bid, stated: "Los Angeles will always be a place of refuge, where the most vulnerable people fleeing war, or religious or political oppression, can find a safe and welcoming home."
But it isn't just from within the Olympic world that criticism has come.
U.S. Soccer captain Michael Bradley expressed his shock, saying that he was "sad and embarrassed… the Muslim ban is just the latest example of someone who couldn't be more out of touch with our country and the right way to move forward."
NBA stars including Luol Deng and Thon Maker were born in Sudan while there are many other Muslims who are concerned about the precedent this order sets.
Brooklyn Nets' Rondae Hollis-Jefferson told the New York Post: "You can't judge a whole group by one's actions at the end of the day. You can't speak for all Muslims, because all Muslims' hearts aren't like that. Most of them are pure, really believe in a different way and a different livelihood."
Why do the views of sporting icons matter?
Perhaps they should be no more relevant than those of anyone else.
But the fact that they have become dominant voices as the situation unfolds once again undermines the power of sport to transcend national and international barriers in a way little else does.
The general population often takes more notice of athletes, sports sponsors and brands, and sports organisations than they do of politicians whose agenda they distrust.
Whether such vocal criticism prompts President Trump to review his position remains to be seen, but the worldwide outcry has certainly been well-served by the ire from the world of sport.


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Matthew Anderson: Co-Founder/Artistic Producer
Born and raised in Minnesota, spiced up and seasoned in Long Beach, Matthew has always been on board, shaping and shifting The Garage Theatre into what it is today. The resident sound designer, with a degree in acting and directing, if you've been to The Garage, you've certainly had yourself a taste of the deliciousness that Matthew Anderson brings to the stage, in front of and behind the scenes. Fascinated by the shared experience and unique dynamic between the audience and the performers, as well as the collaborative nature of theatre itself, he hopes to continue to alter and evolve your expectations on what theatre could be, and what you expect to experience.
Eric Hamme: Co-Founder/Managing Director
Eric was there with friends when The Garage Theatre was conceived over a few pints in college and has been involved with every production since day one. He received his Master's Degree in Theatre Management in 2008 and is currently the Operations Manage for the Center for the Arts at the Orange County School of the Arts. His directing highlights include Goose & Tomtom by David Rabe (twice), Killer Joe by Tracy Letts, the West Coast Premiere of Almost An Evening by Ethan Coen, and the World Premiere of Darkside by Tom Stoppard.
Jamie Sweet: Co-Founder/Former Lord Duke of Technology
Jamie Sweet (aka Jaminus Sweetimus, aka Yammy Swoot, aka King Cobra vs Mongoose, aka Lord Duke of Technology, aka Benjamin Sweet) has directed a plethora of shows at the Garage, lit more, and has even deigned to act in a couple. His melodrama saga spanned 5 years (twice) and as one of the founding members of the Garage he's pretty certain you missed at least one of his shows. At least one. So that means you might as well subscribe and catch up because there's a lot more of this bad-assery to come. Personal highlights include The Water Engine and Mr. Happiness, The Bald Soprano>The Chairs, and the second melodrama...no the 4th...no the second third one. Ahh they were all a lot of fun!
Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for supporting the arts in these, our modern times.
Rob Young: Co-Technical Director
Rob Young, originally a Bay Area hood rat, moved to Southern California in 2006. He studied acting at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in Hollywood. Rob joined The Garage Theatre in 2009. He acts, he designs and constructs sets, he loves GLITTER!
Danielle Dauphinee: Public Relations Director
Danielle co-founded Alive Theatre in very similar fashion to The Garage, over alcohol and right after graduating from CSULB's theatre department in 2007. The Garage Theatre's board was very instrumental in helping to guide Alive Theatre's formation and offering their venue for Alive's first few shows. Fast forward to 2016 and the two companies have been happily married for almost four years. Danielle just left a job in corporate aviation to run a farm to table event and catering company while she is not working hard on their love-child that is The Garage Theatre with her dear friends.
Matthew Julian: Board Member
Matthew Vincent Udoma-Julian has been a loyal member of the garage theatre community for a decade. He has appeared in many amazing productions and is thrilled to be part of the garages inner circle.
Ashley Allen: Co-Production Manager
Ashley Elizabeth Allen was born and raised on community theater, briefly thought she could quit the habit in college, and then fell in with the likes of the Alive Theatre a year after their inception. Her addiction has since flourished with the merger into the Garage Theatre where she happily acts, directs, choreographs, and lives in PB&J symbiosis with Jerica as co-production manager. She loves the irreverent and uncomfortable, and she thrives in the ever-shifting and open-minded space of the Garage, co-creating with a delightful group of theatre-makers. Her favorite past productions include Pink Milk: a magic tragedy loosely based on the life of Alan Turing, Ravens and Writing Desks, and LOLpera.
Thomas Amerman: Co-Technical Director
From his humble beginnings in a small desert town you've never heard of, Thomas grew up giggin frogs and wrastlin hogs. But it wasn't all glitz and glamor out there in the sticks so he struck out west to make his way as an actor.
Apple of his parents eye and the pride of his High School drama club, Thomas quickly discovered the harsh realities of Hollyweird and retreated to the safer shores of Long Beach. It was there that he met the degenerate alcoholics and chronic gamblers of the Garage Theatre who took him in as one of their own and bestowed upon him the title of "Co-Technical Director" (a mostly symbolic position). He hates GLITTER!
Joe Howells: The Final Say Director
Joseph Howells was born on a dewy morning in March. He loves hockey and Indian food, and is often regarded as being breathtakingly talented as well as modest.
Jerica Bornstein: Co-Production Manager
Jerica Bornstein found her heart and soul at the Garage Theatre in the fall of 2014 when she tried her hand at stage managing Scruples Scrutiny Scrufflepiklewickle and Sabotage. Since then, the Garage and it's good-looking and exquisite board members have become a second home to her, teaching, developing, and educating Jerica's heart, mind and soul. She splits her hours between stage managing as many productions as she can handle and co-production managing with the mover-and-shaker that is Ashley. A few of her favorite past productions include the World Premiere of Darkside by Tom Stoppard, Beh: An Improvised Play by Paul Knox, and her first acting attempt, Rod McGirdlebutt Strikes Back or The Sun Sets One Last Time On The Cyclone Racer- the final installment and showing of the Melodrama by Jamie Sweet. She hopes that the passion, love and gratitude she experiences at the Garage is felt by every newcomer, oldcomer, audience member and worker as well.
Paul Knox: Board Member
Sitting at the beach walk years ago, pilsner in hand, watching the sun set into the Pacific, to the sounds of a busker, playing; "What a day for a daydream," Paul Knox decided to relocate from back East to his new home here in Long Beach. Several years later, he fell in with the wild band of theatre adventurers that make up the Garage Theatre. Paul has been a long time collaborator and joined as a company member this season. His performance credits include: Goose & Tomtom, Measure for Pleasure, Babylon Heights, Frozen, The Last Days of Judas Iscariot, Almost an Evening, Tragedy a Tragedy, and last seasons World Stage Premiere of Tom Stoppard's Darkside. Paul recently created, directed, and performed in; BEH: An Improvised Play, for the Garage.
Catherine Elrod: Resident Costume/Makeup Designer
An accomplished FX Makeup Artist and Costume Designer, Cat Elrod's career began in the theatre, with design and management for the Richard and Karen Carpenter Center for the Performing Arts, International City Theatre, Long Beach Shakespeare and LB Playhouse! She transitioned to film after college while attending Joe Blasco Makeup Center West. In addition to film and television she is a personal make artist for Margaret Cho and Charlie Wilson. She now Resident Costume/Makeup Designer for The Garage Theatre as well as Head of Makeup and Costume for Delusion: Haunted Play and teaches the Fundamental, Intermediate and Advanced makeup programs at The Orange County School of the Arts. She hopes to continue in makeup, theatre and film, meeting her childhood idols and making pretty (gruesome) pictures...
Maribella Magaña: Jill of All Trades
Mari's first show at The Garage was 2014's Pink Milk directed by the lovely Ashley Allen. From that point on they couldn't get rid of her. The gang was all like, "don't you have a home or something?" And she was all "I do now!" You may also recognize her, and her many changing hair lengths, from Wet Hot... and Darkside. She is a graduate of CSULA and was born and raised in LA.
Nori Tecosky Schmidt: Artist Extrordinaire
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As of last week Thursday, we're practically homeowners. We did it. We found a house. We successfully applied for a home loan and it's finally happening. After three years of house-hunting, countless disappointments, innumerable hours spent traipsing around the most ermahgerd-awful houses and a couple hit-and-misses – we finally found one.
Look, it's by no stretch of the imagination what we were hoping for. It's not perfectly renovated or huge. It's not a dreamy Dutch-style house, nor a wistful Victorian many-splendoured thing with turrets and broekie lace and weather vanes.
It doesn't have pressed ceilings or a farm-style kitchen. There's no pantry and no pretty arched windows. No Victorian claw-footed baths. No stained glass windows. No rosewood kitchen cupboards with gas stoves and two ovens. There's no walk-in closet and there's certainly no bay windows.
It is, however, smack-bang in the middle of the neighbourhood that we wanted to be in. A lovely, enclosed, leafy-green, suburban-peaceful neighbourhood. The street we're in is lined with big green trees and there's a huge, welcoming park with swings and slides and merry-go-rounds. It has enough bedrooms for my expanding family, plus there's still a room leftover for an office or a study. There's a separate lounge and dining room (something we didn't have in our current open-plan townhouse) and a big kitchen. Two bathrooms. A pool and an outside laundry. A pool and over 1200 square metres of garden. Which is apparently about a third of an acre. (We're currently living on less than a third of that).
The garden is lovely. It has many of my favourite herbs already growing in abundance. Lemon trees. My favourite flowers, aplenty. There's a fireplace and I suspect that there is parquet flooring under the hideously revolting carpets. The bathrooms and kitchens are fucked, but not un-live-able. They can wait until we can figure something out to get them re-done. Most importantly is the fact that it was within our price-range. Sure, it will be a tight squeeze getting by each month, but that's what adults do, right?
It's ours and we can do with it as we please. We managed to get it, on our own. Without parents having to stand surety. It will be my name and his name on the title deed to the house. It's ours and it's a place to raise a family. It's a place where we're not living on top of our neighbours. It's a place where our kids will be able to run around and swim and exhaust themselves. It's as safe as we can get, outside of a secure estate. It's in an amazing area, and any money that we spend fixing it up will be made up if we decide to sell. It will also be a quick sell too, if it came to that, as we've watched houses in that area get snapped up within days of listing on the market.
It's a relief, too. It's a relief not having to stress about where, in our two-bedroom townhouse, we're going to make space for a 4th member of the family. It's a relief not to rush from work to yet another estate agent appointment. It's a relief not to troll the property websites day after day and to wait anxiously for the next issue of the Property Portfolio to come out.
We'll hopefully, if everything goes according to plan, move in to our new house in March 2013. I'll be due to pop Baby 2 at the end of May. So it's nowhere near as tight as it was, with The Kid. In that scenario we moved into our new house, a week before he made his arrival.
We did it. It took us three years. But we did it. Whew!


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Before the Move
- Experts say children need time to get used to the idea of moving. It's best to talk to kids about your big move as soon as possible to allow time for them to adjust.
- Kids, like adults, may have mixed emotions about moving ranging from excitement and happiness to apprehension and sadness. Keep the lines of communication open and answer their questions to the best of your ability.
- Find places your kids will enjoy near your new home such as parks, libraries, play places, sports arenas, and more. If they're old enough, have them help conduct the research.
- Give your kids jobs to help with the move. Children love contributing and knowing they are an important, valuable part of the family. Be sure to reward their efforts with praise and appreciation.
- Pack your kids' items as late in the game as possible, especially favorite clothes and toys.
- Allow kids to help pack their "first night bag" with their favorite pajamas, stuffed animals, night lights, favorite books, and clothes. Don't forget to pack toiletries like toothbrushes and toothpaste, too!
- Enlisting the help of family and friends for babysitting with smaller children while packing can reduce the stress of both parents and kids. Kids will enjoy playing and parents can focus on packing.
- Let kids have some fun with your moving boxes! Offer some crayons or washable markers and invite your kids to decorate each box or create a box city! You can even draw faces or make astronaut or race car helmets with smaller boxes!
During the Move
- If the move is long-distance, a portable DVD player or tablet can help entertain kids for long journeys. Be sure to bring charges and make sure all devices are fully charged before embarking on your travels. Books, crayons, and magnetic travel toys are also great options.
- Walk through your new home together when you arrive so your kids know exactly where everything is.
After the Move
- If possible, invite family and friends to your new home shortly after moving day so your kids see familiar faces from your old home.
- Let the kids help arrange, decorate, and unpack their rooms.
- Re-establish your regular routines and schedules as quickly as possible. Most kids are creatures of habit and thrive on routine. Returning to your regular routine will provide reassurance to your kids.
- Take walks and drives around your new neighborhood together, exploring new places to play, eat, and spend time together.
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Community is at the heart of all we do, and so we're taking that a step further with a Community Support Group on Facebook.
Many of the organisations we work with are facing the same challenges, and whilst we're always happy to help with them, we often find we end up talking about what another organisation has done, or what we have done with/for them.
If nothing else, the Facebook Group would enable these organisations to speak directly with each other and support each other directly, in addition to the support we provide. It gives a safe place to talk about the issues and challenges faced, and to support each other in them. Over time we'll be inviting other experts to share their knowledge and experience in the group, but everyone is welcome to share ideas, ask questions and help each other.
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California has some strong criminal and civil laws regarding elder abuse. The laws cover conduct from physical and financial abuse to conduct that results in physical harm or mental suffering. A criminal conviction can result in a fine or up to four years in prison, depending on the circumstances.
The IRS is calling? Hang up. It's a scam.
Scammers have been contacting taxpayers in California and Oregon lately telling them they owe money to the federal government. The taxpayer must pay immediately, the caller says, and only by wire transfer or temporary debit card. Saying no reportedly earns an aggressive response: The taxpayers are told they will be arrested or deported or will have their driver's licenses suspended, among other threats.
Sales and use tax overview for online purchasers
It must happen, but it is hard to imagine that an online merchant would not want to do business in California. With more than 38 million people, the state offers immense opportunity to sellers of the entire spectrum of goods and services. The opportunity does not come without obligation, though. Each Internet seller not only needs a seller's permit, it must also collect sales and use taxes for items delivered to California addresses (unless the goods are tax-exempt).
Conservative news agency speaks out against tax audit
Conservative news agency Breitbart News Network is reportedly speaking out against the Internal Revenue Service's decision to subject the network to a tax audit. The subject of the audit is the company's 2012 financial information. Sources say that it isn't clear whether the audit of the company is a matter of course or extraordinary, but Breitbart is convinced it is politically motivated.
California sales taxes can be tricky for online sellers
Life would be much simpler if we could just say that online sellers need to understand sales taxes and consumers need to understand use taxes. In some ways, it's true. As we explained in our last post, though, consumers really have to be aware of the laws about both. Why? Because if the seller does not collect sales tax (on a taxable purchase), the consumer must pay a use tax. However, California also refers to a tax collected by out-of-state sellers as a use tax, not a sales tax. It's tricky.
California sales and use taxes can be tricky for online shoppers
When we think of shopping online, we generally think of ourselves as consumers. We lay back on the couch or get comfortable in our ergonomic desk chair and wander through website after website. If we need something, we are confident we will find it; the Internet is our oyster.
Whose life insurance policy is it, anyway? p.2
The death of actor/comedian Robin Williams got a lot of people thinking about a lot of things. The connection for us was the question of suicide and life insurance benefits.


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Car Insurance FAQs
A comprehensive insurance policy will cover you against your own loss or damage as well as third party property damage. Loss or damage could result from an accidental collision, fire, burglary, external explosion, self-ignition, lightning, theft and any malicious act by a third party.
Third party liability policy is the basic coverage that is mandatory as per the UAE law and it covers death or bodily injury to any third party/person as well as property damage caused by the insured's vehicle. The policy does not cover damage/loss to the insured vehicle.
The current car value is calculated by comparing the average market value of the same vehicle. The car value is depreciated by 15% every year thereafter.
Comprehensive coverage can be provided as long as your vehicle is less than 10 years old. After that, the coverage will be underwritten on a case by case basis.
No Claims Discount or No Claims Bonus is a special discount on the insurance premium given to individuals who have an accident-free record for a minimum of 1 year.
Yes, We cover only Own Damage.
Agency repair is available up to 5 years from the year of manufacture of the vehicle.
Off-road cover is included for vehicles that have off-road capability (For example, Prado, Jeep, Land Cruiser, and so on).
Our policy includes AAA gold coverage and they will be able to assist you in the event of a vehicle breakdown. A card with your policy number and AAA telephone number (800 8181) will be provided in the final policy kit.
In agency repair, you can take your vehicle to the manufacturer's authorized workshop to fix any damage due to an accident. In non-agency repair, you can take your vehicle to any of our authorized garages to fix any accidental damage.
Sorry, we currently do not provide this service.
A hire car shall be provided for the duration of repair / or claim settlement is offered up to a maximum period of ten days per policy period in the event of an incident covered under Section 2 – Loss or Damage, of your insurance policy. You only need to write to us on email@example.com or call on +971 4 6014455 upon notifying a claim to avail this benefit.
You can cancel the policy in the event of either selling the vehicle or exporting the vehicle. Documents we require are either no plate certificate from the RTA, export certificate or the new registration card from the buyer. Once we have these documents, and subject to there being no claim reported against the policy, the cancellation request will be processed and a cheque for the pro-rata share of the premium will be refunded to you (subject to you having paid us the policy premium in its entirety) within 14 working days.
This is not possible as the insurance premium is calculated based on different factors including the driver's experience.
You'll have to obtain a police report and then contact our Service Center on 800 1 AIG (800 1 244) and give them the details. They will advise you on the next steps.
We recommend you to adhere to the following instructions immediately after an accident:
It is the amount that you pay to the insurance company in case of a non-recoverable claim.
We offer the following benefits for free with the car insurance policy:
We do provide insurance for these vehicles but it is on a referral basis only and has to be approved by the underwriter.
The excess or deductible mentioned on your policy schedule is applicable for each separate accident / incident generating a damage for which there is no identified Third Party responsible according to the police / traffic court judgment.
As per the UAE guidelines, the insurer of your vehicle is required to notify the loss to TP's insurance carrier if the estimate repair cost exceeds a pre-set amount (AED 5,000). It will take three working days for the TP's insurer to inspect the vehicle and agree on the repair cost with the repairer. This is required to recover the expenses incurred for repairing the vehicle from the TP's insurer and to maintain your No Claim Discount (NCD) as earlier.


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Just-in-time manufacturing/
Just-in-time manufacturing requires the creation of goods when customer orders are received. The intent behind this system is to avoid the waste that would otherwise arise from the excessive storage of inventory and the overproduction of goods. The result is a streamlined system that minimizes the investment in working capital, while also minimizing inventory obsolescence and production scrap. Orders to suppliers are usually in small unit quantities, and are only sufficient to meet immediate production needs.
Under the just-in-time system, inventory levels can be extremely low.


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University isn't just about what you study. It's about the friends you make, the adventures you take, and everything else that happens that makes you say "you had to be there" while you're earning your degree. Whether you live here full-time or just hang out during the day, campus life will be a huge part of your university experience.
The great thing about a small campus is there's always something going on, the student body is always involved and there is never a dull moment.
Whether you're a member of one of the 70 plus CBU societies, cheering on the CAPERS Athletics teams or racing robots during our annual Research Week, you're going to find something to pique your interest.


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Arrival Day
pick up→Senaru village
For your convenience and security, we will pick you up on your arrival days in all areas in lombok island such as at airports, harbours and other tourist attractions such as in mataram, senggigi, kuta and others.
And then we will take you to our office in senaru village to make the registration, payment, direction and preparation what is needed during the climb tomorrow.
And then we will drive you to your hotel room which we have provided for overnight and rest.
You can visit and enjoy the view of a popular and amazing waterfall in Indonesia that "sindang gile waterfall" and "Tiu kelep Waterfall" if you arrive in Senaru village at noon.
Trek Day 1
HOTEL – Senaru Village (start point) 601 m – Crater rim senaru 2641 m.
Wake up at 6.30 am, breakfast at 7 am, and than prepare for the trek,Our mountain car already will bring you to the start point in Senaru, only 5 minute drive from your hotel. Registration and than start to climb.The first 50 minute we walking in the open views and green plant of coffe, chocolate, bamboos and many other of the plant belong to the local people in senaru can be seen, than we reach on "the gate of the jungle" or named "JEBAG GAWAH" than we take short break about 10-15 minute.
For first day we will walk about 7-8 hours (include break and lunch) in the jungle, where we will shadowing by the sun, walk in the humid temperatures and we will pass any pos/shelter (where the place for break and make a lunch).
[acc_item title="POS 1 915 m"]Walking time about 40-50 minute from jebag gawah.
You can rest here or continue.[/acc_item]
[acc_item title="POS EXTRA 1.165 m"]Walking time about 1 hour from Pos 1
Take a rest here about 10-15 minutes for get some water, biscuit, and fruit from your guide. And than continue to pos 2.[/acc_item]
[acc_item title="POS 2 (1.500 m.)"]Walking time about 1 hours from Pos extra
We stop here for make a lunch about 1-2 hours. Porter and guide cooking, before your lunch ready, your guide and porter served hot tea, coffee or hot milk and some soft drink in the same time you can see the forest view. After finish lunch, we continue to pos 3.[/acc_item]
[acc_item title="POS 3 (2000 m)"]Walking time about 2 hours from Pos 2
Take a break here about 10-15 minutes for drink some water and we already out from the jungle and than we walk in the savana hills with open view,the trail quite steeps but beautiful scenery until senaru creater rim.[/acc_item]
[acc_item title="pos 4/cemara Lima 2481 m"]walking time about 1,5 hours from pos 3.
Rest here about 10-15 minute for drink some water and some biscuit from your guide and enjoing the view of savana hill, and than continue to the Senaru crater rim.[/acc_item]
[acc_item title="Crater Rim Senaru 2.641 m."]
Walking time about 25 minute from Pos 4 Cemara Lima
Reach here than you will find a great moment of your life from Senaru crater rim view of:
spectacular sunset over 3 gilis and Agung Mountain Bali.
smoke that trought out hole from the new volcano in the middle of the lake.
peak of rinjani mountain 3726 m.
best sleep under the stars.
Your guide and porter set up a tent and prepare for dinner. After sunset then have a dinner than sleep.
Good night and have a nice dream…!
Trek Day 2
Crater Rim Senaru 2641 m – Lake and Hot Springs 2010 m.
After breakfast and enjoying the sunrise, we will go down to Segara Anak lake 2008 m, walking time approximately 2 hours.
this route is quite steep down and slippery, then you have to be careful.
don't try to go head and far please wait instruction from your trekking guide and stay close with him or the porters.
ask help to hold your hand just incase and make sure that your step on the right way.
a long they way down the beautiful scenery in front of you more down and more exciting to taken the picture of the baby of the volcano as if just front of finally after 2 hours down from the crater rim, then you will arrive at the lake than you can do full relaxing as swimming on the lake, swimming in the hot spring, fishing and than have a lunch and over night here.
you may change the program to continue the trip to over night in Sembalun crater rim.
Trek Day 3
Lake & Hot Spring 2010 m – Crater Rim Sembalun 2639 m
Enjoy your leisure In the morning with superb nature view of Rinjani Mountain, lake, volcano, original air with great breakfast and hot coffee or tea. What a perfect…!
After lunch, about 11-12 am at noon. We start climb to Sembalun crater rim, walking time 3 hours climb, route and trail quite top steep up and stony, we need to be carefully.
Reach at creater rim than we set up the tent and than enjoy a great sunset with lovely dinner.
After dinner,we have to sleep earlier, keep your energi, because we will wake up early at midnight for climb to the summit.
Trek Day 4
Crater Rim Sembalun 2639 m – Summit 3726 m – Sembalun village 2010 m – Drop off
Wake up at 2.30 am and than before we start, your guide and porter served a light breakfast as hot bread with jam or chocolate and hot tea or coffe for your energi climb to the summit. It's time to go..!
There are 3 stage to arrive on the summit. First stage is a moderate climb with sand, little bit difficult about 1 hours climb. Second stage is easier but prolonged trek about 1,5 hours. The last stage or named letter E, here is very steep and difficult. There are many many loose stones, small rocks and gravels, as you take two steps forward and you will slip one step back, about 1 hour prolonged steep.
And congratulations….! Enjoy proud feelings of satisfaction and be amaze of sunrise view.
From the summit you can see all arround of lombok island, you can see agung mountain bali, tambora mountain sumbawa.
After sunrise and taking pictures, you have to back down to the tent for get breakfast and little rest and than we will return back to sembalun village. About 5 or 6 hours going down (include break and lunch on the way).
Arrive at sembalun village, our mountain car already waiting for us for bring us to senaru village to pick up rest of your luggage and than our private car will drop off you to the next destination as (gilis, Senggigi, Mataram, Kuta Lombok or airport).
Please Don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions About rinjani Trek Package 4 Days 3 Night Via senaru Or Read Our FAQ (Frequently Ask Questions)
Trek Summary
Trek Day 1 : Senaru Village 601 m – Senaru Crater Rim 2639 m
06.30 : breakfast in your hotel.
07.30 : start climb.
11.00 : lunch at pos 2 senaru.
16.30 : arrive in senaru crater rim.
Trek Day 2 : Senaru Crater Rim 2639 m – Lake and Hot Spring 2001 m
06.00 : wake up.
06.30 : breakfast.
08.00 : start going down to the lake and hot springs.
11.00 : Rest and relaxing all day at the lake and hot springs.
Day 3 : Lake and Hot Spring 2010 m – Sembalun Crater Rim 2641 m
07.00 : wake up
10.00 : start going up to sembalun crater rim
13.30 : arrive in sembalun crater rim and than lunch and than rest and relax.
Day 4 : Sembalun Crater Rim 2641 m – Summit 3726 m – Sembalun Village 1100 m – Senaru Village (by mountain car) – Drop off
02.00 : wake up for start to do summit program
02.30 : get a light breakfast with coffe or tea
03.00 : start climb to the summit
06.00 : arrive in the summit and waiting for the sunrise
07.30 : return to the camp.
09.00 : arrive in base camp/tent and than breakfast
10.00 : start going down to sembalun village
13.00 : lunch at pos 2 sembalun
15.00 : arrive in sembalun village.
The Mileage time in each Trek will be different depending on your speed walking,if your speed faster then mileage time mentioned above will decrease but if your speed slower then the mileage time mentioned above will be more.
The following items you should To brings during Trek 4 days 3 night.
- jacket (warm jacket and windproof jacket)
- long trek pants (windproof suggestion)
- torch/flash light/head lamp.
- suitable trekking shoes.
- sun block lotion.
- camera etc…
- spray for muscle/balm
- stick/pole (optional)
- binoculare.
- extra trail snack/energy bar.
- tips for your guide and porter minimal USD$10.
Read more about what items you should bring during climb.
please read the following of usefull guidelines during trekking in rinjani mountain before you start to climb rinjani.
Package Included
1 : Transport
- pick up on arrival day
- drop off after finish trek
- Transport from sembalun to senaru
- private boat if you go to gili after finish trek.
3 : Hotel a night in senaru village before climb.
4 . Local speak english guide.
5 . Local porter for bring all food and equipment.
6 . Food and water during in Rinjani Mountain.
- Lunch
- Dinner
- breakfast
- fruits.
- soft drink.
- biscuits.
7 . Tekking equipment.
- Tent.
- Foam Mattras 5 cm.
- Sleeping bag.
- pillow.
- toilet tent.
8 . Ticket entry Rp.150.000/day/person.
9 . accident insurance during in rinjani mountain.
10 . Rinjani Trekking Certificate.
11 . Rubbish Donation for bring down the trash from rinjani mountain 5 Dollars/person.
12.Visit two famouse Waterfall on your arrival day if you arrive in senaru village at noon.
Package Exclude
- Extra porters to carry your personal items/luggage
- Tips on included excursions,personal items: laundry, souvenirs, any extras
- Pre & post tour accommodation, optional excursions, alcoholic beverages, etc.
- Travel insurance
- Tip for guide and porter
for package price please read rinjani trekking package price list


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One of the most under appreciated and unrecognized traits of successful people is Enthusiasm. It's incredible actually, just how much enthusiasm can act as a counterweight to a deficiency in another area.
Companies often get funded based on the enthusiasm of the founder. Employees are given promotions over workers that might technically be more skilled because of enthusiasm. Acquisitions are completed because of enthusiasm.
Presidents are elected not on their experience or their intellect, but by the amount of enthusiasm they're able generate.
Of course, the reverse of this is also true.
People often get divorced not because of the intense arguments, but because of the absence of enthusiasm for each other's successes. You can be technically proficient, intelligent, etc., but if you don't like what you do, if you're not pleasant to be around, that can overwrite a great number of your qualities.
I think it's important to be aware of this reality on a regular basis. People shouldn't be disingenuous of course, but if you're able to regularly look at the world and your work through a lens of excitement, I think that's a special trait, and one that's likely to ultimately make you and others better off.
And of course, the real opportunity this presents is that Enthusiasm is free, requires no experience, and is a massive multiplier. The challenge is that it requires effort, insight and importantly requires you to be vulnerable.
Once again, therein lies the opportunity.


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For the auction, I wore a dress made by Noel Crisostomo. (Makeup by Victor Ortega of Emphasis Salon, Hair by Alex Carbonel of Studio Fix).
It was my first time to try Noel. I had met him years ago during a fashion show gala (forgot whose). Alex Vergara of PDI introduced me to him. Noel is also Filipino-Canadian. He studied fashion at Ryerson Polytechnical Institute in Toronto (now University). He had a career as a fashion designer in Toronto for many years until he decided to move back to Manila for personal reasons. Check out his work, featured in Canadian publications like Flare Canada, Elle Canada and Toronto Life here.
I like his work. It's clean. He can do pretty, he can do architectural. And he delivers in a very professional manner. I like designers who know how to cut and sew… not just draw and embellish. Noel also seems to have that quality I always look for in local designers but can't always find – restraint.


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During week four of CMA's I Have A Voice collaboration with The Cartwheel Initiative, students were asked to step in front of the mic and tell their story of moving to the US. Each participant started by describing his or her home country, family, and school and his or her experience growing up in their home country.
When asked about what it was like to move to the US, students told incredible stories of determination and hope. While most were anxious and a bit afraid to move away from home—in many cases leaving their families behind—they all believed that moving to the US meant they would have better educational and career opportunities. In so many ways, their image of this country is one of freedom and opportunity and they have all stepped into our community with the determination to work hard and make their ideas a reality.
While each student went into the recording session, the rest of the class continued to work on animating dotted lines showing their journeys to the US. For it being just the third week of animating, it is impressive to see how quickly everyone has become familiar with the concept and technique of animation, and how they are taking more initiative in their projects. We will next jump into a photography workshop over the next two weeks!


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Before Cycle 1 started, I made a little flip chart, like a portable memory work board, that would fit in a sturdy, small photo album. I keep my flip chart in my purse, and it's absolutely wonderful to have all the memory work for the year in such a handy place! I can't tell you how many times I go through this looking for something, almost daily, really (nerd alert!).
However, when we tried to upload it to C3, the file was too big and MS Word kept changing things after I'd already fixed them. So embarrassing! Well, a new friend, Rebekah, took the flip chart file and made it WORK! If I could, I would throw flowers and babies at her feet (that's what my color guard instructor always used to say when he wanted us to do well. "Make them throw flowers and babies, girls!" Ha! I've always just loved that... aaaaand, back to the flip chart....) ;) . Yes, Rebekah has done an amazing job, and she's given me permission to upload her new file to C3. If you'd like to make your own flip chart, you can find the file under username: melodystroud.
Oh, and if you were able to snag the original flip chart file I uploaded to C3 before I took it down a few months ago, you might want to take a look at Rebekah's new version. She improved it by adding all the Math and Latin memory work (where I had "5's and 6's," she actually has the numbers. Does that make sense?). It's complete now - woohoo! Thanks so much, Rebekah!
If you're interested, go check it out on C3!
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I know it sounds frightening — and it is. But there's hope. Now that we're starting to understand the source of the suffering for so many people with autoimmune conditions, we have the opportunity to stop it and vastly improve the health and longevity of our entire country at the same time. And it all starts with healing the gut.
Now, while autoimmunity is on the rise, full‐blown autoimmune conditions don't seem to happen to everyone — yet! — and that's great news. If we can figure out why some people get so sick and others don't, we can tackle autoimmunity at the source.
One of the distinguishing characteristics of both leaky gut and autoimmune disease is their progressive nature. Leaky gut typically starts off as general gut inflammation but over time will advance to nutrient malabsorption and food or other chemical sensitivities. One way to start the healing process? Start eating dirt.
In addition, you want to remove foods and factors that damage the gut, replace them with healing foods, repair with specific supplements, and rebalance with probiotics.


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We make breaking habits far more difficult than it actually is, placing them center stage in a self created drama that serves the purpose of addressing our moral and personal self judgments and fears while attempting to continue to fulfill our desires to indulge.
As mentioned briefly in "The Split Mind", all conflict surrounding breaking habits is formed by dividing the mind into at least two parts: one that wants to indulge, and one that wants to control the indulgence.
Of course there is only one mind, and the purpose of imagining there are two is not to resolve the issue so much as to avoid resolving it.
Essentially, there are two conflicting desires and only one possible outcome, which may be a compromise. The choice is usually quite simple and obvious, and yet we don't seem to want to resolve it since that means losing something we want. However, continuing the internal conflict is even less satisfying by virtue of the additional conflict.
We employ all sorts of tactics to keep the conflict unresolved and avoid actually breaking habits. One is to imagine we don't really have control over the indulgence in the habitual behavior. One way we pull this off is to pretend we don't notice, as though the body has a mind of it's own, or to declare that the body is addicted, which we demonstrate by trying to stop the habit, and observe that the body reacts negatively.
The truth of the matter is that the body does not become addicted, but rather the mind. The body merely responds to the thoughts, expressing them in a physical form. The more the mind is addicted to a behavior, the more violently the body will react if that substance is witheld or the behavior stopped. As a result, the more pleasure-producing the substance is, the more the body will react in 'withdrawal' as we try breaking habits. One may become addicted to heroine, or even chocolate, but nobody becomes addicted to carrots.
The body is a natural extension of the mind. It does not think or desire, nor does it ever crave a substance it does not need or adapt in such a way that a poisonous substance cannot be removed without it reacting negatively. The body does, however, respond immediately and quite miraculously to the most subtle thoughts, changing muscle tension, altering chemistry and changing the functioning of the body's organs. It's not nearly as true that 'you are what you eat' as it is, 'you are what you think'.
Dieting presents a good example. Overeating is one of those habits that usually results in a split mind. For most, instead of resolving the conflict by eating what the body needs, the conflict continues in the form of yo-yo dieting. The diet is also often sabotaged in various ways. While the body is capable of maintaining it's metabolism under rather severe conditions, the slightest hunger often results in a lethargy produced in the body by the mind as a means of calling for the end of the diet. The body does not go into 'starvation mode' when a meal is missed and the body has ample fat reserves. The body is niether frightened nor anticipating lean times ahead because it is not thinking at all. It's the mind that goes into 'starvation mode'.
Breaking habits does not require practice, training, reconditioning or any sort of internal conflict or struggle.
What it requires is a healing of the split mind, the willingness to make a choice and remain fully conscious of your choice and your attempts to sabotage that choice. In other words, it means no more mind games.
First, be very clear about what you want. Deciding that you want two things that are mutually exclusive simply doesn't work in any universe, and not wanting to admit this keeps the struggle going. If you want to continue the habit, how in the world are you ever going to stop it, and why are you trying? Do what you really want to do, but be absolutely clear about, and conscious of, the consequences. You may find that when there are no more games to play, and the choice is entirely in your hands, and you've taken full responsibility, what you actually choose from this place of clarity, will quietly and effortlessly change.
Phil Beaumont
From 'Breaking Habits' to 'Happiness Home'
Self Actualization
More Self Actualization articles:
Living Consciously: Understanding Denial and Projection
Living Consciously Part 2: How we form our experience
The Split Mind
When does feeling become suffering?
Breaking Habits by Healing the Split Mind
Is Struggle the Effect or Cause of Suffering?
Happiness is an Idea
Imagining Problems
Serial Problem Solver
The Delusion of Burt the Bunny
Realization Vs Thinking
Imaginary Feelings
Realization is Self Evident
Seeing Through illusions
The Habit Game
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Temperature for April 1992
In April 1992 the average high temperature in Northway, AK was 38.8°F, and this was 3.6°F cooler than the average of 42.5°F. The hottest day in April 1992 was 26 April when the temperature reached 48.9°F. Overnight the average temperature in April is 16.6°F and in 1992 the average overnight temperature was 0.6°F warmer at 17.1°F.