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As Christmas bells are ringing in Sun City, Leaders of the Lowcountry TV brings more music to our ears in an interview with a special music maker, Mona Huff.
Huff serves as president of the Hilton Head Choral Society, is a member of its chorus and the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra board of directors, and director of the Hilton Head International Piano Competition. Learn about the Choral Society volunteer singers (some from Sun City) and its concerts, including one this month.
Join us at 1:30 p.m. and 11 p.m. through Dec. 15 on Sun City TV, Hargray channel 238, Time Warner channel 5 or www.suncityhiltonhead.org.
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- 2nd Half
- MumuniGyamfi81'
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- AshimeruTwum61'
- Kola Raimi58'
- CobbinahEsso47'
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- 1st Half
- Cobbinah45'
- Awal (P)44'
- Kola Raimi34'
- PaintsilMumuni23'
- Ogoulola20'
Ghana - Benin
International friendlies - 25 May 2017
International friendlies – Follow the Football match between Ghana and Benin live with Eurosport. The match starts at 16:30 on 25 May 2017. Our live coverage lets you follow all the key moments as they happen.
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text: Start by playing team conflict or regular conflict. Do not play Black Box until you have a silencer, AND KNOW THE LEVELS VERY WELL. It is VERY hard for people on your team to win when you insist upon sniping.....it makes us spawn where you are....which is VERY FAR FROM THE BOX. It makes your team lose. i know in your mind "hey i have 2 kills and no deaths" but that isnt going to cut it at all. When your team has to run across an entire map to get to the box it usually doesnt end pretty no matter what team youre on. please trust me...people like you make it impossible to win...if someone on your team is punching you it must be becuase your doin something really stupid....stop what youre doing and follow them. I cant tell you how many single digit (and people up into the 50's...yes 50's) people have lost us the match with their "sniping" (with a NON SILENCED WEAPON sometimes)You can not help especially when the box is inside a building.....your not hitting the box nor anyone around it. Please for the love of Bob (Rugrats refference) stop sniping....or for that matter stop playing black box till you fully grasp the ins and outs of the game. Last night i was on a team with all people in their teens.....they all quit and i was left alone becuase they sucked......needless to say i lost because it was two people in their 50's and two more people versus just me....i only lost becuase people who had no idea what they were doing decided to try and play a mode they were not ready for. IVE BEEN LEVEL 56 FOR OVER A YEAR NOW SO PLEASE TAKE MY ADVISE


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Author: owlrigh
Fandom: Crossover: Merlin and Wheel of Time
Pairing: Merlin/Arthur
Rating: Mature
Word Count: ~33k
Link: http://archiveofourown.org/works/83257
Author's Summary: In the last days of the war against the Dark One, Merlin returns to Arthur's side.
This is a Merlin - Wheel of Time crossover. Sound weird? It's not. I stumbled on it on AO3, and though it's been a million years since I've read any of the WoT books (I believe I stopped with 10, Crossroads of Twilight), I figured I'd check it out. I always loved that world, the characters, pretty much everything about it except for the fact that the books would be 350k and cover the span of about two days during which nothing happened.
The story takes place in the Wheel of Time world, in the days leading up to Tarmon Gai'don. Merlin, Arthur, Morgana, Mordred, Lancelot, Gwen all show up. Merlin is an Asha'man, Arthur a High Lord in Rand al'Thor's army, Morgana an Aes Sedai. It's possible the author played fast and loose with all things WoT and I didn't notice because it's been years, but it all felt very authentic to me. I certainly recognized all of the places, mentions of events, and the people; it didn't take much for the general story to come back to me. We briefly see Rand, Min, Mat, and others, and Merlin and Arthur are firmly ensconced in their world in a way that makes absolute sense. After having read this, I would happily read a whole series of books about Merlin and Arthur in this world.
[More stuff here so this entry doesn't look so longgggg.]
The story is told in "present" time alternating with flashbacks to when Merlin was Arthur's manservant. Through those, we find out how Merlin learned he could channel and what happened in the wake of that discovery, when he fled Uther's land (Tear), where, of course, Uther was against anyone (male or female) who could use the One Power.
I was so happy to find that one of my favorite concepts from WoT played a huge factor in this: bonding. Oooh yeah, bonding--I bet you can figure out how she used, too. So cool.
She covered a lot of ground in a 33k story--this easily could have been twice as long and encompassed even more plot, but in the end I was pretty satisfied.
A few comments on AO3 were from people who'd never read the WoT books and weren't at all familiar with the world but still really enjoyed this story. Robert Jordan's world is intricate and complex, and even if you don't have any intention of ever reading those books, this might be a fun glimpse into what that universe is like.
Merlin and Arthur are still very much themselves, and their story can stand for itself, I think, so I'd say it's good for any type of Merlin/Arthur fan.


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Location: Gustavia Harbor, St. Barths
Tropical depression, Collin, had us in a twist early this morning as we tried to figure out if Kristin would finally be able to learn to surf or if we would have to dock at St. Martin. After an OCE class learning about Zooplankton, we received a note that Eric and Kevin went surfing so there was much rejoicing. The mini van to Tuily, a scenic beach overlooking a bay, had three shuttles of people. As we all tried to cram under one umbrella many people attempted to show off their mad surfing skills; however, the waves and the urchins were not in our favor. More people stepped on urchins then caught waves. The rest of the day consisted of French bread sandwiches and awesome gummy smurfs, which magically disappeared while I was in the water. Coming back to the boat, some of us went for crepes, others sorbet or ice cream, but we all jumped for joy when we learned that as of five o'clock Collin has been broken up. After a pesto pasta dinner, we prepped O-star for our passage tomorrow and we had a MTE class.
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How this Smart Messenger App will help you save enough to get you to Disneyland!
Every parent dreams of being able to take their kids to Disneyland someday.
Problem is it's one of the most expensive trips you can take with the family!
How much actually is it?
- Tickets. A round £500, for a family of 4 for 2 days in 2 Parks.
- Accommodation. £250 for a family of 4 for 2 nights during Christmas holidays in a decent accommodation is doable (we looked on Booking.com)
- Transportation. £800 approx. This varies a lot based on if you go by plane, train or car.
- Extra cash. At the very least £200. You always need to expect some extras, the food in the Parks isn't cheap, little treats for the kids and the general unplanned.
That gives a total of £1,750. Ouch!
Luckily, there's a free and easy way to put money aside automatically and help you get there: Plum. In-fact, the average Plum user can save their way to Disneyland in a year or less without having to change a thing.
Recommended by Financial Times, BBC, and Money Saving Expert and with over 250,000 users in the UK.
Here's how it works:
1) You link Plum to your bank account so it can analyses your spending patterns and income. Using this, Plum calculates how much you can save without impacting your lifestyle AND give you some useful spending insights.
2) Then Plum crunches the numbers and puts small amounts you can afford aside automatically every few days, which quickly add up to a nice stash! It is clever enough to never take you on overdraft (and can actually help you save to get out of your overdraft if you want it to - just type 'overdraft').
3) Even though it is automatic, you can still adjust how much you want to save or if needed pause for a period of time.
4) Plum will whir away in the background automatically moving money into your savings.
The best part is that you can still use your own saving savvy to work out your budgets and put aside. Plum can help you save even more and stop potential savings falling through the cracks. Especially if your income or spending patterns aren't exactly the same each month and make sticking to a fixed budget tricky.
In fact most people using Plum have direct debits they know they can stick to as well and use Plum to give their savings an extra boost!
Try it now here - it's free.


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Keynote Speaking
Not afraid to tell it how he sees it James challenges students to realise their potential and define what they really want to come away with from their education. He keeps it real and to the point, calling out the behaviours students actually do which hinder their chances of strong exam performance and progression onto their first-choice career path. He provides solutions to some of the most common sticking points for students such as:
How to build a strong routine?
How to limit procrastination?
What revision techniques to use?
How to manage exam nerves?
How to manage friendships during exam time?
What techniques are best for effective smartphone management during exam time?
How to plan and adjust accordingly throughout the revision and exam period?
He can also pick up on key areas you'd like to be addressed for your students, though the general structure of any talk follows 'The Exam Coach Way' of doing exams. Let's get on the phone and talk it through! Drop us an email and we will be in touch. 😄👍


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In the middle of handling an empire worth billions and running one of the largest social foundations in the world, there is one thing that Bill Gates will never compromise on – his reading.
Everyone knows that the Microsoft Founder is a voracious reader. But did you know that he reads about a book a week on an average, in any given year? That's about 52 books a year! And let's not forget the man's impossibly hectic schedule.
This unwavering commitment to reading has been Gates' passion since he was a little child. In his recent blog post, he speaks about how when he was growing up, there was no internet, and hence no access of the kind we are privileged enough to enjoy today.
"When I was young, there were few options to learn on my own. My parents had a set of World Book Encyclopedias, which I read through in alphabetical order. But there were no online courses, video lectures, or podcasts to introduce me to new ideas and thinkers as we have today," he writes.
As a ritual, Gates has begun to share annually, a list of the books that made an everlasting impression on him. This year too, he has shared a list of his favourite five books which he binge-read over the year, heartily recommending that you to read over the holidays. Covering a wide range of topics, these books are sure to give you an insight into life, learning, and a fraction of what Bill Gates enjoys.
String Theory by David Foster Wallace
Goodreads rating: 4.24/5
The New York Times deemed Wallace the "best tennis-writer of all time", and with good reason. Writing about the book, Bill Gates says, "You don't have to play or even watch tennis to love this book. The late author wielded a pen as skilfully as Roger Federer wields a tennis racket." The book is a collection of five of Wallace's best essays on tennis, with an insight into the present and future of the sport, coupled with profiles on legends like Tracy Austin and, as mentioned above, Roger Federer. The author gracefully crosses over from the narrative of a sports journalist to someone who is a part of the game himself. The flow beckons the reader inside the mind of both the author and the player he describes, which is probably why Gates, who took to playing the sport recently, could relate to it so much.
The Gene by Siddhartha Mukherjee
Goodreads rating: 4.35/5
Siddhartha Mukherjee, the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Emperor of Maladies, has combined science, social history, and personal narrative to explore one of the most complex equations of life – human heredity and its impact and influence on our personalities, identities, and choices. To Gates, who works with technology that will determine the future, this book specially appealed to him, considering it deals with the "past, present and future of genome science with a special focus on huge ethical questions that the latest and greatest genome technologies provoke."
Shoe Dog by Phil Knight
Goodreads rating: 4.37/5
Knight's story of Nike's rise from an amateur startup to an iconic brand is personally appeals to Gates, for whom it is a "refreshingly honest reminder of what the path to business success really looks like: messy, precarious, and riddled with mistakes." The Founder and CEO of Nike started his journey with a borrowed $50 in his pocket and a vision to build one of the greatest sports brands in the world. As Gates articulately puts it, it isn't the fact that Knight is trying to teach his readers anything new. Rather, it is his starkly honest narrative that makes the story so relatable for anybody who has set out to achieve big with nothing but an iron will and a dream.
The Myth of the Strong Leader by Archie Brown
Goodreads rating: 3.55
In lieu of the recent US Presidential Elections, Gates believes that this is a book that is a must-read for anyone who was surprised with the results. Through a well-placed survey of over a 100 years of political leadership, Brown goes on to challenge the general norm that the 'strongest leaders' have to be successful, popular, and admirable. He speaks about how this holds true especially for democracies, where the advantages of a collegial style of leadership is often overlooked. Franklin D Roosevelt, Lyndon B Johnson, Willy Brandt, Mikhail Gorbachev, Tony Blair, and Margaret Thatcher are some of the names that Brown uses as case studied to prove the same. For Gates, this book features on his must-read list because he believes that people need to "recognize that no one person can or should have all the answers."
The Grid by Gretchen Bakke
Goodreads rating: 3.78
To Gates, "the electrical grid is one of the greatest engineering wonders of the modern world." Although once considered an 'engineering triumph', America's electrical grid has now grown old and desolate, desperately in need of repair. Bakke speaks about how it is this grid which stands in the way of humans adopting sustainable energy measures like investing in solar power, wind energy, and other environmental-friendly alternatives. Before building the Microsoft empire, Gates' first job had been to write software for the entity that controlled the power grid in the north-west of the US. The reason he recommends everyone to read this deeply insightful book, which explains the power-structures of the grid and the need for a change, is because the masses need to realise how difficult it is to 'modernise' the grid, thus halting the fast growth of a future petering towards clean-energy.
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From time to time I introduce local companies run by entrepreneurs. Today I would like to introduce AESIT Government Facilities, a twenty year old IT consulting company that helps commercial and government clients operate more effectively and efficiently, stretching their budget dollars. The company specializes in full lifecycle activities including requirements definition, system development and implementation, performance monitoring and business intelligence management. Key clients include CompuDyne, Department of Treasury, & American Institute of Architects. Earlier this year I had the privilege to meet and photograph their President & CEO, Kenton Wingfield.
You can learn more about AESIT at http://www.aesit.net and read an article in which they were recently featured on CIO Review: http://magazine.cioreview.com/magazines/August2016/EAM/#page=16
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In this video tutorial, I got a message from Anjalli Pawar about disabling the Submit All on the majority of slides. Not a complicated solution but I think this accomplishes what Anjalli was looking. At least I hope so. In either case, feel free to use this approach to have only one final submit button at the end of your quiz but still can move about the exam freely.
Submit All Improvements in Adobe Captivate
Sometimes Adobe will improve features in new versions of Adobe Captivate without listing them as a feature improvement. To my surprise, this was the case in Captivate 2017 with the submit all feature. Because I don't always use the submit all feature, I was unaware of this improvement covered in the video tutorial until now with Captivate 2019!


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June 1, 2018 – Council District 4
- EPS Variances
- Planning Board Meetings
- Landmarks Preservation Commission Meeting
- Design Review Panel Meeting
- Owings Mills Reservoir
- Dolfield Boulevard at Red Run Boulevard
- Dogwood Road Bridge
- Woodlawn Pedestrian Bridge
- Rolling Road Improvements
- Administrative Variances
- Development Meetings
- Zoning Hearings
EPS Variances
Environmental Protection and Sustainability (EPS) publishes a list of the environmental administrative variance requests along with their status. The requests are listed by County Council District.
Information: EPS Variances for District 4
Planning Board Meetings
Baltimore County Planning Board meetings are scheduled as follows:
- Thursday, June 7, at 4 p.m., in Room 104, Jefferson Building, 105 West Chesapeake Avenue in Towson
- Thursday, June 21, at 4 p.m., in Room 104, Jefferson Building, 105 West Chesapeake Avenue in Towson
Information: Contact Jeff DelMonico by email at firstname.lastname@example.com or by phone at 410-887-3521.
Landmarks Preservation Commission Meeting
The Landmarks Preservation Commission meeting will be held on Thursday, June 14, at 6 p.m., in Room 104 of the Jefferson Building, 105 West Chesapeake Avenue in Towson.
Information: Contact Kaylee Justice at 410-887-3495 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
Design Review Panel Meeting
The Design Review Panel meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 13, at 6 p.m. in Room 104 of the Jefferson Building, 105 West Chesapeake Avenue in Towson.
Information: Contact Jenifer Nugent at 410-887-3480 or email@example.com.
Owings Mills Reservoir
Baltimore County is painting the outside of the Owings Mills reservoir. The project, costing approximately $550,000, is scheduled to begin in July.
Information: Email email@example.com.
Dolfield Boulevard at Red Run Boulevard
Baltimore County is widening Dolfield Boulevard on the north side from Red Run Boulevard to Easter Court.
Information: Email email@example.com.
Dogwood Road Bridge
The Dogwood Road Bridge over Dogwood Run (B-0347) will be closed for repairs in 2018 for about six months. The $2.6 million project is expected to begin in June 2018 and be completed by December.
Information: Email firstname.lastname@example.com.
Woodlawn Pedestrian Bridge
The Department of Public Works has completed a design to replace the former pedestrian bridge at Woodlawn High School (Bridge B-0166), which was removed in 2014. Construction of a new structure began in late February and is expected to take five months to complete. Completion is expected at the end of June.
Information: Email firstname.lastname@example.com.
Rolling Road Improvements
Baltimore County is widening—to approximately 44 feet and four lanes—and adding curbs, gutters and sidewalks to portions of Rolling Road from Windsor Mill Road to Six Point Court.
Information: Email firstname.lastname@example.com.
Administrative Variances
Administrative Variances Pending include requests for Administrative Variances pending before the Department of Permits, Approvals and Inspections. These hearings are up-to-date as of publication of this newsletter and subject to change.
Information: Call the Office of Administrative Law Judges at 410-887-3868 or Zoning Review at 410-887-3391.
There are no Administrative Variances pending at the time of publication of this newsletter. Please visit the Development Management and Zoning Calendar for changes in District 4.
Development Meetings
Development Meetings include Community Input, Concept Plan, County Review, Development Review Committee and Hearing Officers Hearings. These hearings are up-to-date as of publication of this newsletter and subject to change.
Development Review Committee—Friedler Property
Date and Time: Tuesday, June 5, 2 to 3 p.m.
Property Location: 300 Red Brook Boulevard
Meeting Location: County Office Building—Room 123, 111 West Chesapeake Avenue, Towson, Maryland 21204
DRC Number: 060518B
PAI Number: 04-0414
Tracking Number: DRC-2018-00081
Request: The request is to build a five story, 95 unit residential apartment building.
Information: Contact Jan M. Cook at firstname.lastname@example.com or 410-887-3321.
Zoning Hearings
Zoning Hearings include Special Exceptions, Variances and other issues before the Office of Administrative Hearings of Baltimore County. These hearings are up-to-date as of publication of this newsletter and subject to change.
Information: Call 410-887-3391.
Zoning Hearings—4508-4514 Painters Mill Road
Date and Time: Monday, June 4, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Case Number: 2018-0274-XA
Property Location: West side of Painters Mills Road, south of Lakeside Boulevard
Legal Owners: Howard Hospitality, Inc., Amit Patel
Special Exception for a hotel.
Variance to 1. To allow a total of three wall-mounted enterprise signs, with a maximum sign area/face of 150 square feet each in lieu of the permitted one wall-mounted enterprise sign with a maximum sign area/face of 150 square feet
2. To allow a freestanding enterprise sign with a sign area/face of 30 square feet in lieu of the maximum permitted sign area/face of 25 square feet.
Hearing Location: Jefferson Building, 105 West Chesapeake Avenue, Room 205, Towson, Maryland 21204
Information: Contact the Zoning office at 410-887-3391


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Twitter is Opening Their Messaging API?
Lots of folks are talking about Twitter opening their SMS messaging API.
Let's leave the economic issues alone for a moment.
The Mobile Marketing Association (MMA) has a set of guidelines (pdf) about acceptable uses of Common Short Codes. Does not Twitter risk losing their CSC if some random person using their API promotes drug use, pornography or hate speech (or any of the other things MMA or the carriers find unacceptable)?
What am I not understanding here?


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Cover Redesign
by Carlyn Beccia
In publishing, a book's cover can make or break its success. The cover is often the public's first conversation with the book so it needs to start off with the right impression. The most difficult aspect of any book design is simply being noticed. Book covers today have to work even harder to stand out amongst crowded shelves, and to look arresting at short distances or shrunken down to thumbnail size on sites like Amazon.com.
In this tutorial, I will show you the steps I used to redesign one of my favorite childhood stories, Watership Down by Richard Adams. In this illustration, I used vector art to contrast with a soft portrait of the book's two main characters — Hazel and Bigwig. Sometimes, just adding a modern twist to a traditional painting technique can give an updated look to a classic story.
Software Used
Corel® Painter™
Hardware Used
Wacom® Pen Tablet
Watercolor Underpainting
Vector Art
Oil brushes
Impasto Effects
Step 1: Sketching a layout
Examining the past
In successfully redesigning a book cover, it helps to understand current trends. Although it certainly has nostalgic appeal, the original book design may not be bold enough for today's crowded bookshelf. I decided that I wanted to retain the nostalgia of the original tale while making it look more sophisticated (see Figure 1).
Figure 1. First edition cover, 1972.
I first made a sketch by using pencil and paper, and then scanned it. Despite the book's talking rabbits, Watership Down is quite a dark tale with many of its characters as ruthless as the humans that the rabbits fear. I needed elements to communicate this subconscious underworld so I chose to surround two of the main characters, Hazel and Bigwig, with thorny branches. This twisted frame of branches reminded me of the dark undergoing in the rabbit's warren (see Figure 2).
Figure 2. The cover does not need to tell the whole story but it should pique the viewer's curiosity.
Setting tone
Nature is an important theme in Watership Down, so I wanted the background color and pencil lines to have an earthy feel. In Painter, I put the sketch on its own layer and set its Composite Method to Multiply.
Next, I used the Paint Bucket tool to fill the background with a light, yellowish brown. I created a new layer above the sketch layer and filled it with a darker brown color. I set this new layer's Composite Method to Colorize. This will make my lines look more like brown Conté crayon (see Figure 3). Lastly, I dropped the Colorize layer and the sketch layer down to the canvas.
Figure 3. The browns will be the base color for the next step and set the tone for the subsequent paint layers.
Step 2: Creating a watercolor underpainting
Applying base colors
I created a new layer and selected the New Simple Water brush from the Digital Watercolor brush category. On the property bar, I changed the Opacity to 10%, Grain to 100%, Diffusion to 20, and Wet Fringe to 0 (see Figure 5). This creates a very soft tinting of color with some slight texture.
Figure 5. By varying the New Simple Water brush's settings as you paint, you can create a more spontaneous-looking underpainting.
Remember that with any brush that has a Grain option, your chosen paper will determine the shape of the texture. I wanted my brush to pick up a very fine pebbled tooth, so I chose the Sandy Pastel Paper from the Paper Selector (see Figures 4 and 4b). To display the Papers panel, click Window > Paper Panels > Papers.
Figure 4. and 4b. I often work up the background colors before painting in the foreground figures.
Adding more texture
To pick up even more texture, I next chose the Sponge brush from the Sponges brush category. On the property bar, I changed the Opacity to 20% and the Grain to 20%. I then created a new layer above the Base Color layer and painted in the mottled sponge texture. Lastly, I lowered the Opacity of this layer to reduce the amount of texture (see Figure 7).
Figure 6. If you want a finer tooth in your paper, lower the paper's scale (A).
You can also control the Contrast (B) and Brightness(C) of your paper.
I often vary these settings as I paint to avoid a tiled-looking texture.
Figure 7. The Sponge brush creates a mottled texture around the edges. This texture reminded me of aged paper.
Painting Grisaille figures
Next, I painted in the rabbits with soft gray tones by using the New Simple Water Brush that was used previously. I made sure to work from the outside in, keeping the edges darker. This creates more of a rounded feeling in the bodies that echoes my circular composition (see Figure 8).
Figure 8. Creating an underpainting in Grisaille (mostly gray tones) is an old master's technique made popular in the Renaissance.
This method allows you to better see your painting's values. Get your values right and you have conquered the most difficult part of any painting.
Step 3: Creating a vector frame with Pattern brushes
Creating a vector brush
Using the Pen tool on a new layer, I created a thorny branch in black (see Figure 9). If I needed to adjust the branch, I used the Shape Selection tool to adjust the points.
Figure 9. I drew the branches as vector art so that I would get a clean edge to contrast with the soft edges of the rabbit's bodies.
Adding a masked pattern
On my branch layer, I made a selection around the branch with the Rectangular Selection tool. I made sure to get enough space at the top and bottom. This step is important if you want to avoid feathering the black portion of your masked pattern. I then clicked the Capture Pattern button in the Pattern Libraries panel. To display the panel, click Window > Media Library Panel > Patterns (see Figure 10).
In the Capture Pattern dialog box, I named the brush Briar Branch 1, and set the Horizontal Shift, Rectangular Tile, and Vertical Shift to 0. I then repeated steps 7 & 8 five times to create five different Briar Branch brush patterns.
Figure 10. If your masked pattern does not turn out properly, there are a couple of common mistakes.
First, make sure that you are making your brush from left to right and not up and down.
Second, your branch must be on a transparent layer before you hit the Capture Pattern button.
Lastly, select enough space from top to bottom to get a clean edge to your mask.
Painting with patterns
On a new layer, I drew a rough black frame around my painting. I selected the Pattern Pen Masked brush from the Patterns brush category. From the Pattern Library, I selected one of my new Briar Branch patterns, and used my paint brush to paint in a swirling motion (see Figure 11).
Figure 11. Using Pattern brushes saves time with repetitive elements.
I then painted with each of the different Briar Branch patterns around the circle (see Figure 12).
Figure 12. The new pattern brushes will automatically follow the direction of my hand.
Step 4: Adding depth
Applying oil paint
Next, I switched to the Real Round brush from the Oils brush category. On the property bar, I set the Opacity to 20%, the Feature to 3.5, the Resaturation to 100%, and the Bleed to 100%. This creates a brush that is perfect for rendering hair. It paints with wet bristly strokes that blend with the underlying paint (see Figure 13).
Figure 13. As I paint, I vary the Feature setting of my brush.
A higher Feature setting creates a stiffer brush that has fewer hairs (left).
I also vary the Impasto amount so that the paint's depth varies (right).
Adding weight
Next, I further built up my paint by increasing the Impasto Effects (click Window > Brush Control Panel > Impasto). On the Impasto panel, I selected Color and Depth from the Draw to list box (see Figure 14 - A). Then, I chose Pressure from the Expression list box (see Figure 14 - C). With the Depth Slider (see Figure 14 - B), I started with around 2% and slowly built up to 10% making sure to add heavier paint to the lighter areas so that they appear more three-dimensional.
Figure 14. Remember to vary the depth of your Impasto Effects to create more realistic paint.
Figure 15. One of the most common mistakes that I see in digital art is that the paint lacks weight, meaning the paint's depth does not vary. Remember that you don't have to use Impasto brushes to get impasto effects. Impasto effects can be added to most of Painter's brushes.
Step 5: Adding texture
Creating cross hatch
Next, I wanted some light cross hatching on the background and the rabbit's edges to give it a bit more texture. From the Brush Selector, I chose the Pencil brush category, and then the Grainy Variable Pencil. I could start cross hatching manually, but there is a faster way to create this texture. First, I created a small pattern of cross hatches on a white background (see Figure 16).
Figure 16. A small cross hatch pattern on a white background.
Capturing a Dab profile
With the Rectangular Selection tool, I made a selection around the cross hatch pattern without selecting any white edges. In the Pattern Library panel (Window > Media Library Panels > Patterns), I clicked the Capture Pattern button, and named it Cross Hatch. Then, I changed the Horizontal Shift and Vertical Shift to 50% and clicked OK (see Figure 17).
Figure 17. You may choose to create several of these hatch patterns to add some variance in your painting.
Using a Pattern Pen
From the Brush Selector, I chose the Pattern Pens brush category and the Pattern Chalk brush. On the Dab Profile panel (Window > Brush Control Panels > Dab Profile), I changed the Dab Type to the Dull Profile dab so that my new brush would create a softer mark (see Figure 18 and Figure 19).
Figure 18. The Dab Profile panel allows you to change the shape of your mark.
The Dull Profile creates more of a feathered mark while the flatter brushes create a sharper mark.
Figure 19. The Pattern brush speeds up the hatching. I always apply this texture on a separate layer in case I need to remove some later.
Step 6: Capturing character
Adding a final wash of color
Next, I increased the warmth of the colors by clicking Effects > Tonal Control > Adjust Colors. I used the Hue Shift slider to select a warmer tone. With the Saturation slider, I increased the amount to 65% (see Figure 20).
Figure 20. You can increase the warmth of colors by using tonal controls.
Giving the bunnies a makeover
Lastly, I re-evaluated my characters and changed the face of Hazel (left-hand rabbit) to be a tad friendlier looking. I also had forgotten Big Wig's signature tuft of hair. So I increased the Feature setting of the Real Round brush to 6, and painted in some hair on the top of his head (see Figure 21).
Figure 21. A final makeover for the bunnies.
Adding text
Finally, I added in the text that best matched with the book cover's mood. I chose an elegant font to match the swirling vines, but kept the author's name in a modern font to give it an updated look (see Figure 22).
Figure 22. The redesigned book cover.


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Rebuilding from bits and pieces…
So, I had not one, but two of my wrist malas break within a week as preparations for Halloween and Day of the Dead kick into high gear. I'm taking it in stride and seeing if I can't find a nice arrangement for combining the elements I liked of each into one. The red bead is one of the two red cinnabar pieces I used to make a larger mala ages ago — the rest are blue lace agate, hematite and yak bone.
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A brief coverage of Iranian programs for the Migratory Birds Day 2013
Networking & hyperlinking for the sake of birds via birdwatching
Ceremony's subject: marking the international migratory birds day 2013
Occasion date:
Place of occurrence: City of Bandar abbas-Province of Hormozgan-iran
Inspirations & planning
Once it comes to birds, the enthusiast person from corner of this glob come to gather and works for the sake of heavens' livings.
Since the early days of announcing birds migratory days' motto & logo here in Iran, the eager birdwatcher groups, people and organizations and all devotee ones try to plan for and get ready to join this international occasion and as so 3 parties including Hormozgan department of environment, Tarlan birdwatching and ornithological group and Mashq-e-Afarinesh Companyput to gather their potentials and set some programs to cherish & mark this bird friendly occasions in Iranian environmental calendar.
The program was inspired from the global motto of this year; networking for migratory birds.One birdwatching group from the capital city of Tehran, one birdwatching NGO from south province of Hormozgan and one governmental body have managedto holdhand in hand these programs in province of Hormozgan in a cooperative mannerism.
The major members:
Mr. A. Hashemi head of Tarlan Birdwatching and ornithological Groupwith a group of people and their gears & gadgets traveled to city of Bandar Abbas and hosted by Hormozgan department of environment and Mashq-e-AfarineshNGO-Training Company in 2013 springtime.
Programs & activities:
Professional program:
Visiting int.wetlands& birdwatching tour
Tarlan birdwatching and ornithological group provided with a birdwatching tour within the international Azini&Khour-e-Khouran wetlands and visiting mangrove forest and observing regional native and migratory sea birds including (Bar-tailed Godwit- Eurasian Curlew- Slender-billed Gull- Curlew Sandpiper- Kentish Plover- Marsh Sandpiper- Gull-billed Tern- Grey Plover- Little Stint- Terek Sandpiper- Common Sandpiper- Whimbrel- Caspian Tern- Temminck's Stint- Sanderling- Broad-billed Sandpiper- Grey Heron- Ringed Plover- Little Egret- Black-winged Stilt- Greenshank- Lesser Crested Tern- Marsh Harrier- Great Knot- Swift Tern- Greater Sand Plover- House Crow)
Public program:
Seashore birdwatching & public awareness activity
Later on once the team has back to the city of Bandar Abbas then-by cooperation of 3 parties having a public program in Bandar Abbasseashore.this program was received a warm welcome by a group of enthusiastic people for birds or birdwatching .wide variety of people have participated in this program including Hormozgan environmental department's deputy and stuff, Islamic Azad university professor ,nationally renowned nature photographer, news agency and journalists ,members of Mashq-e-Afarinesh NGO, students and native people.
During this program, some interviews have been done which were published into local T.V channel & Mags that helps to raise the awareness level and better publicity among society.
Networking lunch& launch networking:
Well and truly, the program could translate this year's Motto into action and networking a professional birdwatching group from capital city of Iran with a birdwatching NGO in South seaside province of Hormozgan and one governmental body (Hormozgan Department of environment) with all people whom directly or indirectly taking part for the sake of migratory birds. Interestingly, all 3 parties have seated the same table and having lunch together to keep the maximum networking as possible. An hour later there was a farewell ceremony and since then networking for birds across the distances has kicked off.


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The countdown has begun to this weekend's Fife Pride – and organisers are gearing up for a fun-packed day full of musical performances and entertainment.
Saturday's event kicks off at noon with a colourful parade through Kirkcaldy town centre to the Town Square for a colourful, vibrant party which is open to all.
The parade, led by piper local councillor Rod Cavanagh, will celebrate Fife's lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender identity.
READ MORE: Here's what time Fife Pride 2018 starts
Neale Hanvey, co-convener of the new Fife Pride team, said everyone is hoping for a huge turnout to build on the success of last year's inaugural event.
He said: "Pride offers LGBT folk and those who support equal rights, the chance to come out for at least one day and to feel proud about who they are.
"It's a chance to be seen, to be heard and to state that we matter, that we contribute to our communities.
READ MORE: Here's the new route for Fife Pride 2018 parade
"We want Fife to be a better place for LGBT+ people to come and live, work and visit."
The 2017 Pride event – the first ever staged in Fife – was a ground-breaking moment, and one the town wholeheartedly supported.
It attracted an estimated 3000 people from all over Scotland with an estimated £160,000 boost for the town.
This weekend's event has a new route for the parade, and a re-worked marquee in the Town Square where the entertainment takes place throughout the afternoon and into the evening.
READ MORE: Here's everyone who is performing at Fife Pride 2018
A vibrant spectacular is planned with events including live music, a youth zone, charity stalls, trans space and a social justice zone – the first at any Scottish Pride event.
There is also a social justice zone, hosted by Fife Council and Fife Pride, in the ground floor of the Town House between 2-4pm.
It will allow festival goers to access a range of services and support from Police Scotland, NHS Fife sexual health and local councillors.
READ MORE Here's what time everything is happening at Fife Pride 2018
The Adam Smith Theatre is again hosting the youth zone – a huge success last year – from 2–5pm.
A whole host of activities are planned, from live music, sing-along movies and face painting to fruity mocktail making.
The proceedings will be officially launched in the Town Square by Depute Provost of Fife, Cllr Julie Ford, followed by live entertainment hosted by Fife's very own drag queen, Nancy Clench.
The marquee will also host a number of community stalls offering a range of support, advice and information on how to access and use their services – and it will have a bar.
Also available will be Trans space – a safe space for the Trans community to meet and get ready to party in style – which will be located in the main volunteer hub at New Volunteer House, East Fergus Place.
Meanwhile, Fifer Stuart Duffy, who helped launch Fife Pride, has been recognised by the Prime Minister for supporting LGBT communities across Scotland, with an award at Downing Street in London.
Stuart, the founder of LGBT equalities charity Pink Saltire, was honoured with the Prime Minister's 'Points of Light' Award at a special reception on Tuesday.


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Yesterday I rode the Max blue line through the Hollywood transit station. Two heroic men died defending two young girls, one of them apparently Muslim, yesterday. A third man is in the hospital with a slashed throat. I'm horrified and inspired at the same time. Horrified that a person would inflict such unprovoked hate and carnage on others; inspired that strangers would set aside their own safety to come to the aid of their neighbors.
They put their lives on the line, two of them paying the ultimate price. They responded to the need looking them in the face and did not ignore its desperate plea.
How can I, as a follower of Jesus, ignore the needs surrounding me right where I live? Hunger. Loneliness. Grief. Poverty. Isolation. Addiction. And so on.
When I arrived home, I conversed for about a half hour with one of my neighbors about what happened, as well as her sick child and life in general.
Mission is where you are, where you live, those spaces you in inhabit as you go about your day. It's also where God sends you, whether to distant ports of call or to others parts of your city.
I must go now. Mission awaits.
Don't just sit there. Mission awaits you, too. Be bold.
Break camp and advance…


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A growing number of workflows, tools, and guides to make you impossible to ignore.
We don't have to tell you that initiatives for lead generation involve hard work. There's ideation, execution, follow-through, and follow-up. There's also a matter of quality…it's gotta be highly professional. After all, this business is one of perception. Below is just a taste of what is available to you via Snappy Kraken.
Start conversations with your LinkedIn contacts by offering solid, general financial recommendations and showing the benefits of your expertise.
Use our simple wizard to upload your LinkedIn contacts and add them to this automated campaign to begin prospecting!
Launch a series of social media posts, emails, and a self quiz to show clients and prospects the dangers involved in investing extremes.
Position yourself as a source of knowledge, rationality, and support in turbulent times.
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Damascus Theatre Company - Board Members
Board meetings are open to all DTC members. If you wish to attend, please contact us for location information.
- President: Keith Tittermary
- Vice President: Megan McNellage
- Secretary: Melissa Anthony
- Treasurer: Ron Hays
- Executive Producer: Carol Boyle
Members at Large
- Justin Douds
- Patrick Thaddeus Jackson
- Melissa Law
- Nicki Mazza
- Jerilyn Nacht
- Elli Swink
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Catch the Science BugFall 2010 Website
"Catch the Science Bug" is like a changeable online science book. Based on the Rhode Island PBS television show of the same name, the website offers a selection of "science files" on (so far) eight different topics the show has covered. Each file includes a video clip, photos, some background information, several experiments to try at home, and occasional extras, like trivia questions and quizzes. In addition to the science files, the children can read about the scientists associated with the program, try experiments from the "Investigators Journal", and find out more about the TV program and associated events. The experiments are at an elementary school level and are generally easy to perform with household items. The site is safe, requiring no registration and thus collecting no personal data. The site, although regional in feel and not particularly extensive, is so comfortable, non-flashy, kid-friendly, that we very much look forward to watching it grow - and providing more ways for our children learn.


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It's a few steps to enable or disable access to the Quickship option on an account-wide basis. (To restrict access to Quickship on a per-user basis, check out this support article.)
Our Quickship feature allows users to skip the screen with rate details and shipping warnings during the label creation process, but it's not for everyone. You may have business needs that require your users to review the Cost Summary Screen every time they ship an order.
Enable/Disable Quickship
1. Click Settings (the Wrench icon in the upper right).
2. Select Account and then Display Options from the left-hand sidebar.
3. Find the General Preferences section and set the Quickship to either Enabled or Disabled, depending on your needs.
NOTE: If you disable Quickship this way, you will also disable the Label Queue.
4. Click Save Changes! You (and any other user on your account) will need to log out and back into ShipStaton to see the change reflected in the app.


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Back to School Fundraising Software and Program Updates
Back to School means back to fundraising for many school PTO and PTA groups. DoJiggy is here to help! DoJiggy supports school fundraising campaigns including Fun Runs and walk-a-thons, serve-a-thons and Service projects, spell-a-thons, fundraising golf tournaments, school carnivals, classroom giving drives and more. New Features In response to requests from our schools, we have… Read More »
How to Motivate Parents for PTO Fundraising Campaigns
The most treasured volunteers in a school are the parents volunteering in the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). They give the gift of their time, talent and leadership yet one of the most vital roles they play is to be the driving force behind PTO fundraising campaigns for a school. Parents are busy ensuring that their… Read More »


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Salad of Citrus Fruits and Poppy Seed Dressing
- 2 red grapefruits
- 5‐6 oranges
- 2 limes – optional – you can use more oranges or grapefruit if too tart
- 1 large shallot, thinly sliced
- ó cup coarsely rough chopped flat‐leaf Italian Parsley
- 1 tsp. finely grated lemon zest
- 2 Tbs. freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup crème fracihe or sour cream or Greek style yogurt
- 2 Tbs. pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp. poppy seeds
- Pinch of salt
- Leaf lettuce – rinsed and dried (optional)
Carefully peel oranges, grapefruits and limes (if using). Remove all the outer skin and bitter white pith. Work over a small bowl and catch juices from fruit as you cut in between membranes to release sections ofe ach fruit. Cut lime and grapefruit sections into thirds. Leave the orange sections whole.
Transfer all citrus to serving bowl. Add sliced shallot and chopped parsley. Reserve citrus juice for another use. In a second small bowl, whisk lemon zest with lemon juice, crème fraiche (or sour cream or yogurt) maple syrup and poppy seeds. Season dressing with pinch of salt. Pour dressing over fruit, toss gently. Plate a top leaf lettuce if you like. Serve immediately.
Note: Dressing can be made one day ahead and refrigerated. Whisk lightly before adding the citrus sections.
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Grenson was founded in 1866 by William Green and has been continuously making high quality men's shoes since then. The Grenson shoes have a timeless appeal and are renowned for craftsmanship. All the shoes in this collection are Goodyear Welted: an old shoemaking technique that ensures that the shoes are strong and last a long time. With this technique, the shoes takes up to 8 weeks to be created and have to be handled individually.
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Dramatic, diverse and wildly desolate, Alaska is America's most sparsely populated state. While it may not be known for its buzzing cities or lively nightlife, the region is home to a profusion of native wildlife species that roam its towering mountains, dense forests and chilly oceans. Put simply, it's a nature lover's paradise! Want to know more? Read on for a list of our favourite animals to keep an eye out for when cruising Alaskan waters.
These majestic mammals are renowned as one of the world's most powerful predators and can be found roaming the waters of Southeast Alaska. If you're lucky you may spot a pod from the decks of the cruise ship, otherwise there are plenty of orca expedition shore excursions on offer.
Mountain goats
It seems amazing that these shaggy goats manage to keep their footing on the sheer cliff faces that they prance around on. Glacier Bay National Park is a great place to spot these nimble goats, as well as the mountainous areas around Ketchikan, Juneau and Skagway.
Sea otters
These adorable mammals are sleek and inquisitive, with cute whiskered faces and a wonderful playful disposition. They love the shallow coastal waters of Southeast Alaska where they can feed on shellfish to their heart's content.
These iconic Alaskan birds have bright orange beaks and feet that make them easy to spot! They love to nest around the sheltered islands of Glacier Bay National Park where they can catch fish and soak up the sun. They're usually joined by other native Alaskan bird species, including glaucous-winged gulls, pigeon guillemots and oystercatchers. Don't forget your binoculars!
Steller sea lions
Chances are you'll hear these noisy seals before you see them! They're plentiful in Southeast Alaska and can be found basking on haul out rocks, as well as lounging around in fishing villages such as Petersburg and Glacier Bay's South Marble Island. Don't get too close though as the males are seriously chunky and can weigh over a ton.
Bald eagles
Alaska is home to around 30,000 bald eagles that soar, swoop and cruise the skies. Keep an eye out for nests high in the tree tops found along the shoreline. Sitka's Alaska Raptor Centre is a great place to get up close and personal with magnificent birds of prey that are being rehabilitated.
Salmon may not sound like the most exciting animal to spot however watching these determined fish flop their way upstream between late July and early September is quite the sight. When you sink your teeth into a tasty fillet you'll have a whole new appreciation for what you're eating!
Bears are one of the most coveted animals to spot on a cruise, and Alaska is home to two native species – black and brown. Spot them along shorelines in the spring and summer, as well as feeding from salmon streams. If you've got your heart set on glimpsing one of these beautiful creatures a bear oriented shore excursion is highly recommended!
Humpback whales
Every year over 500 humpbacks spend the summer cruising through Alaska's Inside Passage. Watching them breach and blow never fails to delight, especially when seen up close. Cruise lines offer fantastic whale watching shore excursions that will get you as close as possible to these gentle ocean giants.
Book Your Alaskan Wildlife Adventure Today
Images sourced via Flickr Creative Commons. Credits: Mike Charest, K Schneider, Diana Robinson, Lake Clark National Park & Preserve


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5 Social Media Tips for Entrepreneurs/
Social media is a powerful asset to include in your business strategy, but if you're new to the social landscape, no problem. Here we've outlined a few tips to help you get started.
1. Define and Outline the Specifics of Your Brand
A consistent voice and image on social media help establish and further your business narrative cohesively. That means determining who you're talking to, what action you want to them to take and how. What voice aligns with your business and your audience? Think of the values you want to highlight and set goals for progress.
2. Track Progress
Setting goals is the first step, just as you set growth goals for your business. As you move forward week by week, make sure you look at the numbers to see how your strategies are progressing. Many platforms have analytics that tell you how your posts are performing — from reach to engagement. They also give you audience insights so you know who's following you, when the best time to post is and how you can refine your strategy to make the best impression. As you track your progress, you'll know where you need to refine and improve to reach your incremental goals.
3. Plan, Plan, Plan
Every entrepreneur knows how vital planning is. When it comes to social, content calendars are your best friend. Map out your yearly content calendar as far in advance you can: Mark holidays and anniversaries in each month that you want to capitalize on, decide social promotions you may want to include throughout the year, and start penciling those into your calendar. Decide what kind of posts you want to share regularly — articles, photos, GIFs, videos — and when. After you get started, as you analyze your post metrics week by week, you'll know better which posts are more successful and when so that you can re-strategize appropriately. Be sure to keep abreast of social trends too — they're ever-changing and they'll affect the way you plan and strategize along the way.
4. Foster community
People can smell ingenuity from a mile away, especially if it's on social media. We know you want to see your business thrive while offering a product or service that improves people's lives in some way. Great! Now remember that when you're crafting your social media messages and when you're engaging with your audience on your platforms. Build trust and relationships with your audience just like you would with customers face-to-face. Answer their questions courteously and in a timely manner — even when you encounter the trolls. This step is crucial to establishing a loyal online audience that will further your story and vouch for your business. Plus, what would social media be without the "social" part, right?
5. Utilize paid content
Quality organic content is king, but paid content can further your reach more specifically by allowing you to pick the audience and piece of content you wish to promote. Facebook, for example, lets you boost a certain post, which keeps the appearance of organic content but functions as an ad. This is a great starting point for advertising your product or service on social media, extending reach, pushing for more engagement and more. Want to take steps to be a leader in your industry? Sponsored content on LinkedIn is the equivalent to Facebook boosted posts and is definitely an option you may want to try to further your professional reach and expertise too.
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It was a cold and blustery day when I stepped out of Narrative Coffee to go meet Gina & Ross. We had planned to meet up outside the Courthouse in downtown Everett an hour before their appointment with the Judge. The plan was to do some outdoor portraits of the couple before we headed inside. That was the plan, but the reality was it was freezing cold, 30 degrees to be exact, and what little warmth the sun had brought that day was receding fast. Would they still be up for it?
Turned out they absolutely were! Gina in particular was an absolute trooper and probably risked hypothermia but the results were definitely worth it I think. Thankfully the Courthouse had some pretty spots dotted around just outside the building so we didn't have to go too far. Once we had done the portraits, and were all losing feeling in our extremities, we headed inside for the service.
Joined by Ross' brother, his wife and two kids, we headed to Courthouse Four to meet with the Judge. The service was short but due to the couples choice to write their own vows, beautiful and filled with more than a few tears. Concluded with a passionate kiss, they were husband and wife and off to party late into the night with their nearest and dearest.
Planning a courthouse wedding of your own? Be sure to check out the Weddings page and if you like what you see head over to the Contact page and get in touch!


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A fantastic children's book called Around the World with Mouk, by Marc Boutavant has just come out in the UK. Mouk is a cute little bear who travels around the world and makes new friends along the way. Every page is overloaded with incredibly detailed and colourful illustration – and the kids love it. (This was recommended by my good friend, good mum, and great illustrator Muntsa Vicente.)
Bonus: it comes with stickers!


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Burger Chain's Health-Care Recipe
Paying More for Insurance Cuts Turnover, Boosts Sales and Productivity
Four years ago, executives of Burgerville, a regional restaurant chain, agreed to pay at least 90% of health-care premiums for hourly employees who work at least 20 hours a week. Today, the executives say the unusual move has saved money by cutting turnover, boosting sales and improving productivity.
Burgerville's experience is notable for the food-service industry, where turnover is high and fewer than half of chains offer health insurance for part-time hourly employees, according to People Report, a research firm. The chains...


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Out & About at Roberson
"Christmas Tree Forest & Sing-a-Long"
Thursday, December 14
2:00-3:00 pm
30 Front St, Binghamton, NY 13905
Join us for our end of the season international trip through the Christmas Tree Forest. We will discuss holiday traditions, share stories, and enjoy all the warm feelings that this season offers. The program will conclude with a joyful holiday sing-a-long.
Free, but registration is required. Call 607.240.6204.


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Search for your local events including IT training, volunteering opportunities or work placements, and other activities that give you lots of ways to get involved.
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3 House Club
3 House Club is a place for local families to make friends, learn about parenting, join fun classes for children and celebrate beautiful parties. We are OFSTED registered (EY448550), a welcoming, family friendly facility located in St John's Wood, London (NW8).
Our address
We are located just off St. John's Wood High Street, 3 min walk from St. John's Wood tube station. Our address is:
3 House Club
Bridgeman Street
London, NW8 7AL
Email: email@example.com
phone: 020 7586 9871
Opening Hours
We are open Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 17:30. Saturday and Sunday we are open for birthday parties or special workshops only.
We are only closed for Bank Holidays. We do run as usual during school, Christmas or summer breaks.
Everybody is welcome to come and have a look!
Make sure you check our Facebook page, Instagram, Youtube channel, Pinterest or Twitter profile!
3 House Club Ltd (co number 07798737) was incorporated on 5 October 2011 and registered at 7A Central Parade, Ley Street, Ilford, Essex IG2 7DE


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A core purpose of SIM Chicago is to give back to the community. SIM members are leaders who are generous with their time, talents and financial treasures to strengthen the IT profession.
SIM Chicago's philanthropy efforts support several worthy organizations including i.c.stars, college scholarships, Chicago Innovation, the Arts & Business Council of Chicago and Feed My Starving Children.
Through the generous donations of 35 sponsors and the individual contributions of 150 golfers, SIM raised $47,850 for i.c.stars at our 2017 Annual Charity Golf Outing. SIM Chicago has proudly donated approximately $168,000 over the past four years to i.c.stars.
SIM members also are generous donating their time and talents to i.c.stars. Several SIM members serve as Board Members, mentors for i.c.stars student projects and speakers at i.c.stars fund raising events. Why not donate one hour of your time to i.c.stars by speaking at a daily High Tea session. Click here for details.
Each year SIM donates $10,000 to sponsor scholarships at Loyola University and DePaul University to assist technology-related studies for promising students.
SIM's partnership with Chicago Innovation supports the mission of creating a thriving innovation ecosystem in the Chicago area. This week's event co-hosted by SIM and Chicago Innovation, "B2Me- Innovation Gets Personal", provided a great educational opportunity for the community.
SIM supports the Arts & Business Council of Chicago via our Winter Social which is held at intriguing art galleries each year. In 2017 SIM members gathered for our initial give back event which was held at Feed My Starving Children. Thirty members and guests donated two hours of their time to help a large crew of volunteers pack 36,936 meals formulated to feed malnourished children in Cuba.
The SIM Board of Directors and SIM Philanthropy team thank you for your generosity which has enabled our giving to these worthy causes. Your membership in SIM is an easy way to help others. Please renew your SIM membership now so we can continue our philanthropic good works in 2018.


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Commercial ROOFing
Protect your business and your investment
Your roof of your commercial property not only protects your building structure beneath it, but it protects your business and your investment. Making sure that your roof is installed with the highest grade materials by experienced professionals and maintained properly to extend the roof's longevity is critical.
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A Word: 3-31-2017
As an Empath, Starseed, Lightworker, we will feel pain in this life, what we do with it then is a matter of the ascension process:
Hitting a home run ball into the cosmos for many Awakening and ascending beings; Today's word from the Word of the day app. Weltschmerz: meaning sorrow that one feels and accepts as one's necessary portion in life; sentimental pessimism. — describes what we need to do and allow where it comes to our heartfelt contracts and agreements. As we awaken to all that we are, we understand the magnitude of what we are capable of in this life. However, our greatest gifts of enhanced and inspired intuition and sensitivities, that propel us upward into great blessings of knowing, healings, awakenings, and ascension, also make us aware of the position of our loved ones and our pre or prior life agreements, contracts and karma. We want to free ourselves and those we love from the bondages of a cycle of abuse, neglect, sorrows, feelings of being unloved and so forth and so on.
As we learn to break the bonds and cords that are no longer needed from the past or sympathies of the now, now knowing we are powerful beings, we can help in healing our-self and our loved ones from an advanced ascension position of power.
However we still have our sympathies for our loved ones, we can't help but feel what they may feel: confused, lost, alone, powerless, ugly, fat, sick, etc.; fearful.
Separating out our and their emotions is paramount in truly being able to help heal those that are in our life. When we see clearly their and ours "Weltschmerz," as a part of the constant cycle of evolution in our and their growth into Ascension we can grow and help them grow as well.
Feeling, then recognizing that which is in our life for expansion is "sorrow that one feels and accepts as one's necessary portion in life; sentimental pessimism." I would, however, strive not to be pessimistic, but instead hopeful, in faith, that our loved ones and we will ascend in this lifetime.
Vibrate/Sing: I am gifted in knowing the feelings of myself and my loved ones. I always know what the highest good is in all my feelings. I know how to respond in Love to every situation. I encourage myself and others by sending out pure white light healing love to any given emotional, spiritual or physical need of myself and others.


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Advent Family Celebration, with special invitation to grade 2 first communion families. We begin at 8:45am in Church, with overview of First Communion details. Father addresses parents, students, and parishioners at Mass. Breakfast and puppet show by JMT Productions follows. RSVP requested to the RE Office.
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Earlier Event: December 4Advent Prayer Services
Later Event: December 31Service Opportunities - Grade 7, 8 and High School Students!


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"Black Art Matters" is Austin Justice Coalition's (AJC) inaugural art show/ fundraiser to end this year's Black Unity Week. "Black Art Matters" aims to be an art show that highlights criminal justice, social justice and the Black Lives Matters movement.
In addition to an art show, there will be a silent auction where each artist would donate one piece and the proceeds from that would be apart of the fundraiser portion for AJC. Artists will keep their sales from all of their other pieces as we hope to encourage economic support of local Black artists.


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A collection of talking heads and film clips that benefits from being a little more in depth than some others I've seen and takes us from the dawn of cinema to the 'usual suspects' of the 70s classics and beyond.
With contributions from two of my favourite directors, John Landis and Joe Dante. American Grindhouse is easy to watch, and very informative. Narrated by Robert (Jackie Brown) Forster in a dry 'obviously just reading it' tone but the input from the academics and directors more than makes up for it. People like Fred Olen Ray, David (Last House) Hess, William (Maniac - also behind Blue Underground DVD) Lustig, Jack (Spider Baby) Hill, the wonderful HG Lewis, blacksploitation star Fred Williamson and in what was probably his last interview before his death in 2009, Ilsa director Don Edmonds, amongst others. The winner of 'tache of the doc goes to the wonderful Ted V. Mikels although Landis' beard always entertains.
|Don't be afraid! It's only Don Edmonds director of the Isla films
|Uncle Russ at work.
Very highly recommended. It's available on Region 1 DVD, but also in a double pack with another good documentary Nightmares In Red White And Blue.
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The company performed Father Figure at the Metcalfe Client Services Center in the village of Metcalfe. The audience was entertained by a troupe of 35 kids performing a two-act play that cheerfully pokes fun at fathers.
Thank you volunteers! This wouldn't happen without you!
In addition to our parent volunteer mainstays (Lisa, Karen, Joyce – thank you!) we were delighted to be supported by the following volunteers who lent their talents: Ellen, Michelle, Rosemary, Leanne, Kerry, Laura, Sarah, Laurie Ann, Jennifer, Pete, and Craig.
And a special thanks to those gorgeous muscly dads – Dave and Jeff – who helped us set up an entire kitchen for our set! You're the best!
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Dental ImagingFor an appointment call our office today at 901-767-3020 or Make an Appointment
Facts About Dental Imaging
Initial sessions with our dentist involve evaluation, testing and diagnosing dental issues that you may be experiencing. In many cases, the type of x ray used can deliver instant results, making it convenient for the dentist to identify the problem and determine a treatment.
Digital X-rays
Among the most commonly used dental imaging techniques, digital x-rays are useful as they do not expose you to as much radiation as film x-rays tend to do. The imaging results help our dentist identify any growths or abnormalities in the gums, teeth and enamel with ease.
The x-ray machine is connected to a computer that showcases the image within minutes of being taken. This not only makes your dental appointment shorter, it also allows our dentist to view the results immediately instead of having to wait hours or days.
Intraoral Camera
An intraoral camera is a small video camera that takes an image of the outside of the gum or tooth. The intraoral camera resembles an oversized pen. While simultaneously viewing a monitor, the dentist inserts the camera into a patient's mouth and gently shifts it about so that images can be taken from a variety of angles.
The intraoral camera is extremely helpful in diagnosing dental conditions such as tooth decay and cracked teeth and in educating the patient. Since the intraoral camera is used in tandem with a computer screen or television monitor, your dentist can easily show you, in real-time, if you have a fractured tooth or need gum disease treatment. A picture is worth a thousand words!
Time-savings that come with the intraoral camera are especially noticeable when your dentist needs to take several images at one time. Intraoral camera images are easy to re-take, print and duplicate. Printouts can be sent to dental insurance companies to strengthen claims. In fact, these images are so useful that some insurance companies now accept images via e-mail; the reduced paper trail cuts down on claim-processing time and is an environmentally friendly option as well.
For more information on the intraoral camera at Quail Hollow Family Dentistry, call us at 901-767-3020 today!
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Surgical Operating Microscopes
In endodontics, accurate treatment is not only dependent on the skills and knowledge of the dentist but also on clear, detailed visualization of the surgical field. As the outcome of an endodontic treatment is influenced by many factors that are not visible to the naked eye (such as additional root canals or anatomical variations), the high magnification and illumination provided by an endodontic microscope have become indispensable for both diagnosis and therapy. Today, it is widely agreed that the use of dental microscopes can provide significant visualization benefits at all stages of endodontic treatment.
The benefits of utilizing an endodontic microscope include:
- Improved visualization, magnification, and illumination of the root and tooth structures
- Improved diagnosis
- Increased precision and predictability in procedures
- Improved manipulation of tissues
- More thorough cleansing of root canal systems
At Quail Hollow Family Dentistry, we use the latest technology and equipment to ensure your good oral health. Call us at Quail Hollow Family Dentistry to schedule an appointment.
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... to blog. A tray full of almond croissants will be coming out of the oven in about 5 minutes. The blanquette, which we had for dinner last night, was excellent.
About that recipe: I have two copies, two separate editions, of the cookbook (Cuisine pour toute l'année by Monique Maine) that the recipe comes from. When I went to scan the recipe for the blog topic, I pulled out the old edition (1969, I believe). This morning I checked the newer edition (ca. 1980) and lo and behold, the wine no longer just sits on the kitchen counter to keep the cook company. It actually gets poured into the pot with the water, veal, carrots, and onion.
We spent an hour or more with Patricia Denis at the Domaine de la Renaudière yesterday afternoon talking about the wine, the winery, and the village. It was a really interesting tour and tasting, and I hope I'll find time to write about it later today or tomorrow, before my 59-year-old memory lets all the details of it slip into oblivion.
Today, asparagus-and-ham pie for dinner. More later about that and other activities.
While I'm thinking about it — I had to look it up — the name of the restaurant at CDG airport that I mentioned and like is the Bistrot Fontaine des Halles. It's between terminals 2A and 2C. It's a pretty standard bistrot, and remember that I like the standard French food and cooking a lot. Don't expect Paul Bocuse or Alain Ducasse to appear at your table.


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|Halong Bay and Sapa Tour. 3 days and 2 nights on the Oasis Bay Party Cruise and Freedom Island and 3 day and 2 nights Sapa Trekking Tour.
On this 3 Days and 2 Nights Oasis Bay Party Cruise & Freedom Island tour you will spend a day exploring and enjoying the magnificence Halong Bay and one night on one of our famous Junk style party boats with activities including kayaking, swimming and boat jumping. The first night is party time where you can really let go and then you will spend one day and night at the incredible Freedom Island. Our own private island, Freedom has it all. Two beaches, modern accommodation, hammocks, volleyball court, snorkelling, kayaking, swimming, rock climbing. There really is something for everyone..! This cruise is sure to be one of the highlights of your Vietnam trip!
Exploring Sapa and its beautiful valley for 3 days and 2 nights. The trek involves travelling from Sapa along the Muong Hoa River, during this you will pass through fascinating H'Mong villages. A great opportunity to take memorable photos, interact with locals and admire the spectacular scenery.
Pick up at your hotel in the Old Quarter of Hanoi where we collect most of the people that will be your shipmates for the following 2 days and 1 night of spectacular scenery along with fun. We will have a 3½ to 4 hour bus ride to Tuan Chau Harbour. The Party Cruise bus is comfortable and fully air conditioned so you can take the time to meet some of the other guests or get some sleep if you were out drinking late in Hanoi.
Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbour for a 30 minute break before taking a ferry boat to the Halong Party Cruise.
Check into your cabin put your bags down and then enjoy a real Vietnamese lunch while the boat begins to cruise majestically through Halong Bay. There is a magic or an energy that you feel when cruising through the Bay that is just lovely and amazing. Passing by Stone Dog Islet, Floating Fishing Village, Incense Burner Islet, and Swan Islet, Duck Islet…
Spend at least 2 hours kayaking through the tunnel to explore the off the beaten track area of Frog Pond in the fairy land of Halong Bay.
Sunset Party time with Boat Jumping and Swimming.
Re-board the Party Cruise, take a shower, and relax.
Evening meal in the dining room.
Party Time till late.
Breakfast served in the dining room, you will enjoy a sunrise cruise in the breathtaking scenery of Halong.
Transferring by small boat. Exploring Lan Ha Lagoon by cliff jumping, enjoying beautiful swimming time by jumping off from the top of the boat. Heading to private beach on Freedom island.
Have lunch.
Playing football, volleyball on the beach, floating mattress.
Have dinner
Party On!
Have breakfast, check out the bungalow.
The Cruise will head back to Tuan Chau Harbour.
Attend the Cooking demonstration, enjoy the last lunch on board and get back the bus to Hanoi.
Tour ends at your hotel in Hanoi or at our luxury hostel Cocoon Inn.
The tourist bus picks you up for your trip to Sapa. Overnight on sleeper bus.
The bus arrives at Sapa and you stay on bus.
Your tour guide meets you at bus station; take you to hotel for breakfast.
Start trekking, walk down to the South-west of Sapa (around 4 km) to visit Cat Cat village of the Black H'mong. Relax at the food of the stunning waterfall and the vestige of a hydroelectric power station that was constructed by the French during the colonial time in Vietnam.
Enjoy picnic lunch by the side of the river.
Keep trekking 6 km to Sin Chai, the village located at the foot of Fansipan Mountain, "the roof of Vietnam and Indochina". From here you can enjoy huge stunning landscapes.
Pick up back to Sapa
Arrive at your hotel in Sapa.
Have dinner
Have breakfast at hotel.
Start trekking, walk down 6km to the south east of Sapa along the side of Muong Hoa valley to Y Linh Ho village of the Black H'mong. Continue on 2km of trekking down to Lao Chai village of the H'mong.
Lunch at a local family and then walk through terraced rice fields to Ta Van village of the Dzay minority people where we stay for the night. It gives you a worth chance for you to learn about the local house architecture which is full of their daily life styles and exclusive custom. Enjoy the landscapes.
Arrive at homestay in Ta Van village.
Have dinner with local family
Have breakfast.
Continue on 14 km of trekking to visit 2 villages of the red Dzao, the H'mong. Visit a beautiful waterfall and rattan bridge. Enjoy landscape through bamboo forest.
Have lunch at Su Pan village.
Car pick up from lunch point to Sapa
Arrive in Sapa
Take a tourist bus back to Hanoi
Arrive at bus office in center of Hanoi.


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I consulted for this prestigious property development business in Mauritius. I developed a positioning strategy and was asked to support its execution, becoming a shareholder and interim marketing director until a shareholder dispute interrupted the business. Up until that point, the sales pipeline was beginning to yield very positive results.
I consulted for LG to help them develop a positioning and communications strategy for their entrance into the UK education market with a suite of classroom products. They successfully executed the communications plan we developed and enjoyed success at BETT 2009 and thereon.
Southern Housing Group
I consulted for Southern Housing Group to help them define and articulate the values they needed their organisation to adopt in order to deliver their new three year plan. I then supported the execution of communications that would engage staff with these values and embed them into their behaviour Southern Housing Group remains one of the most successful housing associations in the country.
European merchant bank
Our client is naturally private but is happy to provide references on request.
We started working with the partners in 2008 to define on their long-term corporate strategy. This resulted in a business re-organisation and injected a renewed energy in the team and re-vitalised their ambitions.
In 2009 we worked on their marketing strategy, talked to their customers and partners around Europe, analysed their financial data and worked with the team to define their go-to-market strategy.
In 2010 we project managed the development of a new corporate identity and first website . Later that year we worked on their investor strategy.
In 2011 we developed their sales collateral and presentations and in 2012 we joined their advisory board.
I worked with HP to help them evaluate their brand and products in the education market. View client feedback
I worked with the Product team for four years to position the product in the education space and promote it through the channel and to the education market. In a crowded space with over 40 competitors market share grew from 0 to 20% in three years. The brand still dominates in its market today. See client comment »
The chart below shows TurningTech's (the corporate owner of TurningPoint) market share (thick green line) according to DTC, the voting system industry analyst.
SMART Technologies
I consulted for Steljes, SMART's exclusive UK distributor with Nick Shepheard my Trinity partner. Together, we developed the UK strategy in 2003 and supported its execution until 2007. In this period SMART's UK sales grew by 148%, market share rose 36% (from 42% to 58% market share) and their nearest competitor Promethean declined by 7% points. SMART adopted Steljes' strategy worldwide and became global market leader in the process. See client comment »
I started out consulting for Steljes in 2003 with Nick (my Trinity partner) but joined the management team to help Steljes change into the organisation it is today. In this period, turnover grew 42% to £67million, GP grew 132% and margins grew 64%. View client feedback »
The chart below uses companies house data to report Steljes' gross profit and gross margins in the period I worked there.


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Since 1993, Brian has been working in the IT field implementing Microsoft solutions. In 1999, he obtained his first MCP certification and in 2006 received the MVP award from Microsoft, for what is now known as Skype for Business Server. In 2009, Brian decided to be part of the consultant world and set in motion BriComp Computers, LLC . He provides consulting services to companies large and small as an Architect and Subject Matter Expert in all things Infrastructure and Unified Communications related. In 2013 Brian attended one of the last rotations of the Microsoft Certified Solutions Master (Communications), and not only passed, but is 1 of 22 world-wide holding the certification. Brian holds many credentials including MCSM, MCP, MCSE, MVP and MBA; he resides in Gilbert, Arizona, has been married for over 23 years and has two boys, one attending ASU and the other Campo Verde High School.
Brian is also managing partner of The Best Damn IT Services (TBDITS), which began in 2009 with co-founder John Lockett. TBDITS is a Microsoft Silver Partner in Unified Communications and provides much of the same services BriComp Computers offers but with additional manpower when required.


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IndiaiStore.com, India's official website of Apple distributors in India and is owned and managed by Ingram Micro, Redington and Rashi Peripherals India. All three companies provide robust distribution support to Apple products nationwide. The website hosts affordability offers curated by these National distributors for Apple products like iPhone, Mac, iPad, Apple Watch and accessories.
Ingram Micro India Ltd.(a subsidiary of Ingram Micro Inc., USA) Established in 1979, IMIL today is the nation's No.1 IT distribution company with a nationwide presence in nearly 40 locations. Ingram Micro Inc. is the world's largest technology distributor, providing sales, marketing and logistical services for the IT industry worldwide. Ranked as No.76 in the 2013 FORTUNE 500 listings, the company operates in 39 countries, partnering with approximately 21,800 associates worldwide, and churning a revenue of more than $42.6 billion for fiscal year 2013. Ingram Micro's global regions provide the distribution of technology products and services, market development services and supply chain management services to nearly 170,000 technology solution providers and 1,400 manufacturers.
Redington commenced its Indian operations in 1993, and today, is positioned as the largest Supply Chain Solution Provider in emerging markets. With the corporate office in Chennai, it has 56 sales locations, 70 owned service centers and 292 partner service centers across India. In addition, through its subsidiaries both in India and overseas, Redington has 78 sales offices, 104 warehouses and 109 own service centers,along with 310 partner centers. A team comprising over 2200 highly skilled and committed professionals helps the Company deliver its products and services to every corner of the country.
Rashi Peripherals has emerged as one of the leading value added distributors in the country with a 25-year presence in IT distribution. Today, Rashi has 53 branch offices and 58 centers spread across India and more than 9000 Partners/Customers in 750 cities/Towns. The Rashi team of 300+ sales & marketing professionals help in building the brand with a strong channel engagement. Dedicated Marketing and PR initiative make Rashi the Real Value Added Distributor.


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Would it be possible to submit optimization task to DOCloud from one application and monitor / pickup the results from another, assuming the jobId is shared between the two? Application 1 would submit the task but would not block for results. And App 2 would monitor based on some common identifier and upon completion, would return the results. I'm thinking the common identifier could be jobId.
I've not been able to figure this out. My code always blocks in application 1 because of Future.get(). Would be great if there's guidance and Java sample that demonstrates how to break my task into 2 parts.
Thank you for your help. -Dipesh
Answer by DanielJunglas (2656) | Feb 14, 2018 at 04:40 AM
I think you can just
Create the job via JobClient.createJob() (which returns the new job's id)
Start the job via JobClient.execute(jobid)
In either application 1 or application 2 use JobClient.getJob(jobid) to get a reference to the job and query its status/progress/results.
Answer by DVPatel (0) | Feb 16, 2018 at 08:58 AM
Thank you for following up. I tried your suggestion but I kept getting HTTP 500 error. I'll separately post the code snippet I've been trying.
On a separate note, how can I get access to technical architecture for this service? One of the areas I'm concerned about is data encryption at rest and specifically for the results objects that are stored by the task processor. Does DOCloud support this as an option? And if so do I have the option of managing my own encryption key?
On a related note, how are issues around HA / FT addressed? Are jobs and results protected in the event of failure?
Would be extremely helpful if there's was a technical architecture document that can be shared with the open source community that addresses these types of concerns.
Thank you again for all your help. -Dipesh Patel
Please don't ask new questions in an answer. Instead add a comment or start a new thread. I think many (if not all) of your questions are answered by the FAQs on this page: https://developer.ibm.com/docloud/documentation/decision-optimization-on-cloud/pricing-plans-and-free-trial/ (in particular section "What happens to my data").
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SINGAPORE - The Singapore General Hospital (SGH) has screened 818 patients for hepatitis C, it said in an update on Wednesday (Nov 4).
These patients had stayed in Wards 64A and 67, which were affected by the outbreak, from January to September this year.
Of the 818 patients screened as of Wednesday 1pm, 712 had tested negative and three positive as announced earlier. They have all been informed. Still pending are 103 test results, SGH said.
A total of 315 staff have been screened. Of these, 314 results were negative and one is pending, the hospital added.
SGH announced on Oct 6 that 22 kidney patients had contracted hepatitis C while receiving treatment in the hospital.
Eight patients have died, with five of the deaths possibly linked to the infection.
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text: Home ARTICLE Date ArticleType 9/20/2018 Member News St. Petersburg Second Saturday ArtWalk on October 13, 2018 - SPOOKTACULAR ART FOR "ARTOBER" St. Petersburg Second Saturday ArtWalk on October 13, 2018 SPOOKTACULAR ART FOR "ARTOBER" Well over 200 artists representing painting, drawing, pottery, glass, sculpture, multimedia and more are featured in some 45 studios and galleries open for your discovery during ArtWalk from 5-9 p.m. You can choose to spend an entire evening just visiting your favorite type of arts. Ceramic Arts - Visit Charlie Parker Pottery, Brick Street Clay Studio, the Clay Center of St. Petersburg and the Morean Center for Clay to see over 75 potters and their creations. Fine Arts - Visit the Warehouse ArtsXchange with some 26 studios, ArtLofts with 18 studios, or Artworks with 18 artists or Five Deuces Gallery artists. Galleries including Articles, the Leslie Curran Gallery, the Resale galleries, Art by Art feature Glass Arts - over 20 working glass artists can be seen at the Duncan McClellan Gallery, Zen Glass and the Morean Arts Hot Shop. Craft Arts - Visit Craftsman House and Florida Craft Art for the finest crafts arts in Florida. Five Arts District come together as one arts destination. The Central Arts, EDGE, Grand Central, Warehouse Arts and Waterfront Arts districts unite once a month as Opening Night feature their studios and galleries. Download the map and list of all participating galleries, studios, trolley stops and free parking at stpeteartsalliance.org/artwalk Many of our ArtWalk galleries celebrate the opening of brand new exhibitions each month. It's an exciting time to see new work by local and national artists, enjoy refreshments and often live music. A very St. Pete informal community art fest as you meet with old friends and talk to new people who support the arts like you do. Make an evening of it with dinner, drinks or dessert at a nearby bar or restaurant. Many thanks to Courtyard by Marriott St. Petersburg and Duke Energy for supporting ArtWalk sop that the entire evening and trolley transportation is all free. The St. Petersburg Arts Alliance coördinaties the St. Petersburg Second Saturday ArtWalk with the EDGE District, the Grand Central District and the Warehouse Arts District associations. ArtWalk is a St. Petersburg Arts Alliance economic strategy to small businesses. Shop local! The Arts Alliance is the umbrella organization serving this vital arts and cultural community. Join us in advocating for the arts, facilitating the growth of our arts community and driving arts-related economic development in St. Petersburg.


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This is probably the optimal size for printing our landscapes. For colour images, we suggest a low sheen stock, such a this. If you have a specific requirement, please contact us and we can suggest the best solution for you.
this is the one only certified original print of this image ever to be sold. the print measures 50" x 60" and is on canvas, stretched over a timber frame. ready to hang as is or you can add additional framing if you want to.
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