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Buying e-books online has become a trend to internet society especially in US. It is fast and easy. But sometimes, it is costly and not handy (you cannot bring your e-book if you are not carrying or having your computer with you).
You can get a physical book for maybe half of the e-book price. Some of popular author wrote their books in both formats – physical book and e-book.
I've just looked around MPH portal (maybe this is the Amazon for Malaysia without the affiliate program.. hehe) for price of some books I would like to purchase (few are from US). The price is no more than RM100 for each. Quite cheap. If you buy an e-book the price usually no less than US47 (about RM170) or you can get it for half the price if you buy from your own affiliate link. That is what I did if I purchase e-book online.
Here are few important things you need to know when purchasing physical books online
- Payment via credit card (the fastest) or online banking
- Courier to your doorstep within 2 weeks time
- Return policy – within 7 days
- Courier charge is waived if your purchase value is more than RM80 (for West Malaysia)
Now I want to register and place my order. I will get my books in 2 weeks time. Hmm.. maybe that's why people love to purchase e-book. They get it immediately after they pay. Yep, most people can't wait if they really really want something.


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Group work is extremely important area we would like to implement. At the moment we have planned it for Q1 2015, but it it becomes more popular we can implement it earlier.
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We are adding a new feature which would allow instructor to add any text to copyright notice. It should be live within a month.
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Thanks we will try to make an online course. For now, most important information about Admin controls is stored here http://helpdesk.eliademy.com/knowledgebase/topics/66846-7-premium-featuresAnne Siv Sivertsen shared this idea ·
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More an more instructors ask us about SCORM hosting (mostly about Articulate Storyline packages). We have a working prototype already, but it need to go though rigorous testing. We plan to release it beginning of 2016.
If you have some specific SCORM package you would to work with Eliademy, please send us a sample for testing purposes.Anne Siv Sivertsen commented
Any progress regarding scorm?

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McCanns face child neglect charges for leaving Madeleine alone on night she disappeared
Kate McCann: Denies the claims
Kate and Gerry McCann could still face charges of neglecting their daughter Madeleine, official documents reveal.
The first published court ruling on the 13-month investigation shows Portuguese police have not ruled out neglect, abduction, or that Madeleine was killed and her body hidden.
Mr and Mrs McCann, both 40, strenuously deny any involvement in their daughter's disappearance.
They have also rejected claims that they neglected their three children by leaving them in their holiday apartment while they went out for dinner with friends.
The documents show the police inquiry still covers homicide, abandonment, concealment of a corpse and abduction.
The charge of abandonment carries a maximum ten-year jail sentence in Portugal, but only if prosecutors can prove the McCanns intended to neglect Madeleine.
The couple have repeatedly insisted they believed Madeleine, then three, and their two-year-old twins Sean and Amelie were safe in the apartment in Praia da Luz. They were eating only 50 yards away, which enabled them to check on the children regularly.
Details of the continuing investigation were revealed in court documents released by the Supreme Court of Justice in the city of Evora.
Public prosecutor Jose Magalhaes e Meneses had applied to the court for permission to seize the mobile phone records of the McCanns and their friends, the so-called Tapas Seven.
Investigators are interested in 18 text messages allegedly sent from an unidentified number to Mr McCann between May 2 and 4 last year. Madeleine vanished on May 3. Police also wanted details of calls made between April 28, when the group arrived in Portugal, and September 9, when the McCanns left the country to return to their home in Rothley, Leicestershire.
But the request was refused by the Supreme Court, which published its ruling. Such publication is unusual in Portugal, where police investigations are covered by strict judicial secrecy laws.
Explaining the decision, Judge Fernando Ribeiro Cardoso said: 'The details of the content of the messages can only be subjected to interception in real time, with due judicial authorisation.'
The McCann's spokesman, Clarence Mitchell, said they were pleased the documents showed police had not abandoned the theory that Madeleine was abducted.
He added: 'If there is any suggestion of neglect charges being considered that will be vigorously denied because the legal advice that Kate and Gerry have received, both in Portugal and Britain, is that everything they did that week was well within the bounds of reasonable parenting.'
Mr Mitchell said Mr McCann had no knowledge of the texts allegedly sent to his phone on May 3 and 4.
He said he only received a few calls to his mobile in the six days before Madeleine's disappearance.
Missing: Madeleine McCann
The charge carries a maximum 10-year jail sentence.
The McCanns, both doctors from Rothley, Leicestershire, have strongly denied negligence saying they were having dinner just 50 yards from where their daughter was taken.
Details of the investigation were yesterday revealed in a court judgement, explaining why Portuguese prosecutor Magalhaes e Meneses was refused access to the content of 10 mobile phones - believed to belong to Kate and Gerry and their seven friends.
Investigators were particularly interested in 18 text messages allegedly sent from an unidentified mobile number to Mr McCann between May 2 and 4 last year.
Mr Meneses also asked for a full list of all the calls made between members of the McCanns' holidaying group from when they arrived in Portugal on April 28 and when the McCann's left on September 9.
Judge Fernando Ribeiro Cardoso refused the request for the calls and texts, and in his written judgement revealed the directions of the continuing investigation.
He wrote: 'In the case files pending in the Public Prosecution Services... they are investigating the disappearance of M.M. and the eventual carrying out of the crimes of abduction, homicide, exposure or abandonment of a child and concealment of a corpse.'
Anguish: Gerry and Kate McCann are being investigated for allegedly neglecting Madeleine
The youngster disappeared from the couple's holiday apartment in Praia de Luz on May 3 last year while they dined with friends a short distance away.
Members of their group would return to the apartment at regular intervals to check on Madeleine and her twin siblings.
The youngster's fifth birthday was on May 12.
Clarence Mitchell, the couple's spokesman, said Kate and Gerry vigorously deny neglecting Madeleine and welcome the news that abduction is a line of inquiry.
He said: 'This court document outlines the areas of the investigation and in no way suggests Kate and Gerry will be facing any such charges.
'Equally we have heard nothing officially to suggest any such area of investigation is being considered.
The view from the tapas bar to the McCann's apartment in the bottom left of the picture
'However we do note that abduction is apparently one of the parameters and we welcome that because that is what Kate and Gerry and their friends have said and that is what happened.
'If there is any suggestion of neglect charges being considered that will be vigorously denied because the legal advice that Kate and Gerry have received both in Portugal and Britain is that legally speaking everything they were doing that week was well within the bounds of responsible parenting.'
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Rewa State
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Rewa State, also known as Rewah, was a princely state of India, surrounding its eponymous capital, the town of Rewa.
|The Govindgarh palace of the Maharaja of Rewa in 1882
|Flag of Rewa State in the 19th century
With an area of about 34,000 km2 (13,000 sq mi), Rewa was the largest princely state in the Bagelkhand Agency and the second largest in Central India Agency. The British political agent for Bagelkhand resided at Satna, on the East Indian railway. The Bagelkhand Agency was dissolved in 1933 and Rewa was placed under the authority of the Indore Residency.
Rulers of Rewa
The predecessor state Bandhogarh was founded c. 1140. The chiefs of Rewa were Baghel Rajputs descended from the Solanki clan, which ruled over Gujarat from the 10th to 13th century. Vyaghra Deo, a brother of a ruler of Gujarat, is said to have made his way into northern India about the middle of the 13th century and gained the fort of Marpha, 29 km (18 mi) north-east of Kalinjar. His son Karandeo married a Kalchuri (Haihaya) princess of Mandla, and received in dowry the fort of Bandhogarh which, until its destruction in 1597 by Akbar the Great, was the Baghel capital. In 1298, Ulugh Khan, acting under orders of Mughal Padshah (emperor) Alauddin, drove the last Baghel ruler of Gujrat from his country and this is believed to have caused a considerable migration of Baghels to Bandhogarh. Until the 15th century, the Baghels of Bandhogarh were engaged in extending their possessions and escaped the attention of the Delhi Sultans, in 1498–1499, Sikandar Lodi failed in his attempt to take the fort of Bandhogarh.
|Elephant Carriage of the Maharaja of Rewa, Delhi Durbar of 1903.
List of rulers
The following is a list of known rulers of Rewa (or its predecessor state, Bandhogarh), in chronological order by their reign. They took the title of Raja or, from 1857, Majaraja or Maharaja.
- Raja Shaktivan Deo, r.1495–1500, Raja of Bandhogarh
- Raja Veer Singh Deo, r.1500–1540
- Raja Virbhan Singh, r.1540–1555
- Raja Ramchandra Singh, r.1555–1592
- Raja Duryodhan Singh Birbhadra Singh, r.1593–1618 (deposed), 19th Raja of Bandhogarh
- Raja Vikramaditya, r.1618–1630. His accession gave rise to disturbances. Akbar intervened, captured and dismantled the Bandhogarh fort in 1597 after a siege of eight months. It is after this that the town of Rewa started gaining importance. It is said to have been founded by Raja Vikramaditya in 1618 (which perhaps means that he undertook the construction of palaces and other buildings there because the place had already assumed importance in 1554 when it was held by Jalal Khan, son of emperor Shershah).
- Raja Amar Singh II, r.1630–1643
- Raja Anoop Singh, r.1643–1660
- Raja Bhao Singh, r.1660–1690. He married twice but died childless.
- Raja Anirudh Singh, r.1690–1700, a grandson of Raja Anoop Singh, he was adopted by and succeeded his childless uncle, Raja Bhao Singh.
- Raja Avadhut Singh, r.1700–1755. The state was sacked by Hirde Shah of Panna, c.1731, causing the Raja to flee to Pratapgarh in Oudh (Awadh).
- Raja Ajit Singh, r.1755–1809.
- Raja Jai Singh, b.1765, r.1809–1835. In 1812, a body of Pindaris raided Mirzapur from Rewa territory, for which Jai Singh was called upon to accede to a treaty acknowledging the protection of the British Government, and agreed to refer all disputes with neighbouring chiefs to their arbitration and to allow British troops in his territories.
- Raja Vishwanath Singh, b.1789, r.1835–1854.
- Raja Raghuraj Singh Ju Deo Bahadur, b.1831, r.1854–1857 as Raja then as Majaraja 1857–1880. He helped the British quell the uprisings in the neighbouring Mandla and Jabalpur districts in the mutiny of 1857. For this service the Sohagpur (Shahdol) and Amarkantak parganas were restored to his rule (having been seized by the Marathas in the beginning of the century), and he was made the first Majaraja of Rewa, ruling until his death on 5 February 1880.
- Lt.Col. HH Samrajya Maharajadhiraja Bandhavesh Shri Maharaja Sir Venkat Raman Ramanuj Prasad Singh Ju Deo Bahadur, b. 23 July 1876, r.1880–1918, G.C.S.I. [cr.1897].


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I am Jordan Cathleen and I create opportunities. I carve lanes and spaces for deserving people, businesses and brands to tell their story to millions. To share why they started, where they're heading and why you should come along for the ride. I fuse strategic and creative thinking to come up with wholly unique earned media plans, tailored specifically to each individual client's needs — because no one story is the same.
Check out the rest of my site to learn more about how I'm getting people buzz.
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Shaking Crab
140 Boylston Street | Boston, Massachusetts 02116 | Menu
If you want to try a cajun seafood boil, you need to head to Shaking Crab ASAP. The Shaking Crab recently opened a spot near the Commons. My co-worker has been telling me about this place ever since she found out it was opening. We finally headed there after work one day and let me tell you - it did not disappoint.
The way it works is you order what you want by the pound - the lowest you can get is one pound of the item(s) you want. They also have select combo bags as well. You choose the item you want, tell the waiter what kind of spice you want then how "hot" you want it to be. I chose the Shakin' spice which is a cajun mix and for the hotness of the spices I said mild because I'm a wimp when it comes to hot food.
I decided to order the snow crab legs and steamers. You can add to your bag {ie. sausage, corn, etc.}. I chose to add corn to my bag. I also ordered cajun fries to snack on before our food came. When the food arrives, it arrives in bags with the spices, sauce and food. Each item you order comes in a separate bag. The waiter shakes the bag up for you then places it in front of you. They give you bibs so you don't get anything on yourself.
Be aware - you become extremely messy while you're eating this. My face was smothered with sauce, and although I was wearing gloves, some of the sauce went through the gloves since I accumulated more sauce on the gloves as I worked my way down the bag. It was also difficult to drink anything while wearing the gloves. I would recommend trying to move your glass of water as close as possible so you can easily take sips while you eat.
Overall, the meal was great. I enjoyed it and was in a little food coma once it was over. If you're looking for some cajun food - I recommend stopping here!
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LowComDom Performances Presents
Film Review - Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo
No need to see this film. If you have seen the trailer, I'm very sure, we've seen all the "good" stuff in this film. Just can't see spending money on this.
Film Facts
Directed by Mike Mitchell
Released in 1999
MPAA Rating: R
Reviewed by Mongo


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Does your pet suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder in winter?
With winter firmly set in, the tail-wagging companionship of a loyal dog or addictive purr of a feline friend is just the ticket to lighten the mood, making those dark cold nights all the more bearable. But, as with their owners, it seems even the happiest canines and fluffiest felines are likely to become a little down in the mouth throughout the winter months.
Vet and star of TV series 'Zoo Vet at Large' Matt Brash, said: "Although there's no evidence to show that pets suffer from what is called Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), as people often do, they are known to echo humans, becoming downbeat during the winter months.
"This is a time of year can be really dull for pets. They have had a great time over Christmas, lots of walks, and extra treats, and now that we have all gone back to work they can often get neglected. Boredom can lead to bad habits, like chewing the furniture, or messing in the house, so it is important to make sure that you keep them mentally and physically stimulated." Matt and Co-op Insurance share their top tips for keeping pets happy this winter.
7 tips to keep pets happy and well during winter
- Tone down the treats - If you and your pet have had one too many treats over the festive period, be sure to get them back on the straight and narrow with a nutritionally appropriate diet, in addition to regular walks or exercise.
- Winter walks - As we're all are prone to hibernating more in the winter months, due to the dark nights and poorer weather, we might walk our pets less, making them prone to putting on weight. This can lead to sad dogs, so it is important to make sure they still get their walks regardless of the dark nights. If you are unable to walk them, be sure to cut down on their food intake.
- Flea treatments - As the weather gets colder, we turn our central heating on to warm the house more frequently, however this can wake up dormant fleas, and so there may be an increase in flea activity in the house, leading to itching dogs, and people getting bitten. It is important to make sure flea treatments are up to date. How to deal with ticks
- Wash paws - If the weather gets really cold suddenly, then salt will be spread out on the roads and pavements to melt ice, this can be very sore on dogs and cats paws, leading to chemical burns. It's a good idea to bathe dogs feet when they come back in for a walk, and same with cats, when they've been out.
- Wrap up warm - Short-coated dog breeds, like Boxers, Greyhounds and Chihuahuas struggle to cope with the cold, so it's important to wrap them up with a coat when they venture outside for walks.
- Stay away from frozen lakes or ponds, making sure you keep your dog on a lead if you are near frozen water. If they happen to run on to the ice, don't go after them, try to beckon them back from the edge of the water.
- Bad habits - Both dogs and cats will spend more time indoors, not getting walks, which can lead to boredom, they can then start developing bad habits like chewing things like shoes, the carpet. So it's a good idea to make sure that they also have lots of things to do to keep them occupied.
How to brush your dog's teeth and how to save on pet care.
- There's more money saving advice in every issue of Yours magazine, out every fortnight on a Tuesday.


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It's been uttered time and again – 5G isn't just another G. It will usher in a new era of connectivity, acting as the catalyst for applications like AR/VR, V2I and V2V communications and the IoT.
The telecoms industry moves fast, and in the midst of updating legacy networks and evolving to SDN, operators are simultaneously planning their 5G deployments. The industry is rethinking network infrastructure as we know it, and a major component of this is building this out at the edge, removed from the network core where carriers have become accustomed to processing.
By upgrading the network with edge deployments, operators will see more flexibility and be in a better position to keep latency down while supplying the connectivity and bandwidth needed for key 5G applications. This is called Multi-access Edge Computing (MEC), and calls for service providers to structure their networks and include computing resources closer to the edge.
Moving towards the (smart, multi-access) edge
Why is MEC so integral to 5G infrastructure? It all comes down to efficiency, and edge computing provides the majority of compute and processing power right where the customer needs it.
The requirements for 5G will place great pressures on the network. In order to deliver the low-latency/high-bandwidth connectivity required to power autonomous vehicles and enable remote surgery, for example, operators shouldn't have data travelling all the way to the network core for analysis and decision making. Travelling across the network itself increases latency and the response time to the delay sensitive applications, such as mission-critical applications and the ones mentioned above where anything but real-time is unacceptable.
The industry is already convinced by the power of MEC. Trials have shown just how crucial it is to enabling live, real-time video streaming and connectivity in crowded areas like stadiums, for example. When operators run their applications and data analytics services at the edge, they can hugely reduce the amount of data traffic running across the network. Operators also have the ability to dial up and down network functions to accommodate user demands. This is a win-win for customers, operators and application vendors since it cuts costs while still allowing for other applications to transfer data.
Ahead of 5G, the distributed nature of MEC nodes in 4G and LTE networks allows operators to support high volumes of connected devices and the data transfer that accompanies them, today. However, when 5G is rolled out, mobile operators will be able to quickly and effectively deploy new revenue generating services for content delivery, Internet-of-things (IoT) connectivity, retail and enterprise applications.
Network slicing as a MEC-enabler
In discussing 5G MEC, it's difficult not to mention network slicing. Virtualized fixed networks will frequently utilize network slicing to help deliver ROI from the data travelling across the network. With 5G networks, operators can use network slicing to partition one physical mobile network into multiple virtual networks, increasing network elasticity and delivering on unique SLA profiles. Allocating appropriate slices to applications and service flows running in MEC will more easily provide the appropriate latency or bandwidth capabilities for a particular use case – whether that's real-time video streaming or V2V communications.
When it comes to enhanced mobile broadband (eMBB), slicing will be crucial in aggregating the best, most scalable aspects of the core, as well as the data processed at the edge, to ensure 5G services are not compromised by latency and poorly managed network traffic.
Balancing the load between edge and core
It's no secret that today's networks will need to undergo some drastic changes to accommodate 5G, whether that's future-proofing now or taking a wait and see approach. And while MEC will surely be a savior for many of the latency-sensitive applications served by 5G, it's not a 5G panacea. The network core remains important as many services, especially those with looser latency requirements, will still have data navigating across the network and to the core for processing.
In fact, MEC is most effective when utilized as a complementary methodology to existing solutions in the network core. When MEC is overused, it can become a costly alternative. Central intelligence and management is needed, not only to oversee operations and direct the network elements, but also to disperse the data traffic. At the same time, operators have to manage the "groundhog" effect where services often arise on one side of the network and then appear on the other side. Each of these instances highlights a need for dynamic and assured connectivity – at the core. To strike this balance and "connect the edges", some may consider a data-centric approach - using a dynamic virtual network layer over the current installed base. However, this method is unreliable since virtual overlays lack the assurance that is essential for premium 5G services.
Without increased activity at the edge to handle the amount of analysis, data and processing for high-bandwidth, low-latency applications, 5G quickly falls short of its promise. But we can't forget the unparalleled dynamicity of the network core. For 5G to reach its full potential, and applications like IoT, V2V/V2I communications and real-time video streaming to truly shine, operators must complement core networking with ultra-reliable, resource-friendly MEC solutions.


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Instagram: @beloved1906
Snapchat: @renaissance1906
What do you do? All your hustles!
I'm a recruiter for Facebook specifically for our PHD team for machine learning. Side hustle is event host and promoter for #rnbhouseparty, the party where it's okay to dance! We have successfully hosted this event in NYC and Chicago, and looking to expand in the next year!
One piece of advice to help others 'Spike' their life?
Be a good person! Smile! Have a pleasant demeanor! So many opportunities both professionally and personally have come my way because of my reputation and what people think about me when I'm not in the room. Secondly, you are selling yourself short if you are afraid to take risks and limit what you believe you can accomplish! ! My wife and I last year bought a condo while I started a new job and we planned/paid for our wedding. This year we are having our first son, while I am starting a new job, and moving across the country! ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE! LOL
On a scale of 1-10, how 'Spiked' is your life?
9.5 out of 10! There is always room for improvement, but I am one of the most on the go people on this earth. I travel a lot, I'm always lively, and I genuinely believe that 24 hours are in a day to be used.
What is your secret to 'Spiking' your
My secret to 'Spiking' my life is a sound understanding of prioritization and handling my business the way that I need to, so that I can enjoy the fruits of my labor that much more. #MORELIFE


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Finally we're in Ethiopia so now can be honest. It takes time to reflect and we often realise how we were feeling after we enter another state of mind.
Before Leaving to Ethiopia
Last month didn't belong to the easiest ones. We don't even know where to start but first we had so many technical problems with our laptops, cameras, then the microphone and phone...and the time was ticking by, and we had to have all fixed and ready to go before leaving to Ethiopia.
Then once again, updating our wardrobe, medicines and all the little bits and pieces that we found out we were missing whilst travelling around Asia.
To add to that, whilst living in London everything was so accessible that we forgot that not everything is in the reach of our hands, here, in Hanna's little hometown. So we had to order lots of things online, stress that they wouldn't reach us in time and obviously pay for the delivery. We even drove especially to Czech Republic just to pick up malaria pills because it was 3 times cheaper to buy them in UK and ship them to Europe than to buy them in Poland! And the company doesn't ship to Poland...
And then in the end, feeling excited but scared. You know, it's a feeling that you get before you go on a first date with someone or when you start a new job. You don't know what to expect, you haven't been in the exact same situation before, but you do know that you're excited about jumping into a new position.
This is how we've been feeling about going to Ethiopia. But of course we couldn't admit it there and then in front of our family, because they were worried enough without us talking about it. It's just this mixture of things we've heard that we didn't believe in, but stayed somewhere in the back of our heads. Pretty much every person who heard that we're going to Ethiopia, said they'd be scared.
Thanks, we thought. We now feel great. And totes jumping in the air to hear that you'd be scared.
Scared of what?
Scared of what, we were thinking? Probably of the unknown. Because the only thing, which we eventually realised was flowing around our minds involuntary, was the lack of knowledge. Of course, you can read about Ethiopia. Its history, culture, people. See documentary films about its beautiful animals. But everyone knows this is not the case when you find yourself out of the airport, all tired and surrounded by unknown things. All the stories and adventures seemed to be about backpacking in Asia, but we found very few people writing about travelling independently in Ethiopia. All the sources were at least 5 years old! This, or the articles were so general and not very helpful.
So all these things glooming over our heads made us think that we had had enough, and we just can't do it anymore. But they say, do what you can't. And so we did. Luckily there are two of us so somehow one always pulls the other forward...and that's how we roll!
The government advice left us wondering how it will be in Ethiopia once we land - we were pretty stressed because we should have 'reconsidered our need to travel', if we were to follow Australian's government advice...
Finally in Ethiopia
Here we are - we're writing to you from Ethiopia! We got here safe, we're not scared anymore. People are happy, we're happy. We managed to pull everything off in time. Food is yummy, we found our way from the airport. Nobody hassled us and made us feel unsafe, they all just smiled and were super helpful and welcoming!
So now we'll flood you with all this normal, everyday knowledge about going through Ethiopia on your own. Because everyone can do it and it's not scary at all in the end!
You can follow our adventures whilst we backpack through Ethiopia, and as we work on film and photography projects on the way, and also on Zach's Travel Vlogs released every 2-3 days. Here's the first one:


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Want to discover Runnemede, United States of America, from behind the wheel? There's nothing to it. You can reserve a rental car as quick as a few clicks with the help of CarRentals.com.
After you've left behind the chaos of Northeast Philadelphia Airport, waiting in a long line for a cab is probably the last thing you'll want to do. So why don't you grab a car right away? Two quality rental outlets are Dollar Philadelphia and Enterprise Philadelphia. They're both within easy reach of the terminal.
You might like to pick up a car in the city center. Located at 5 W. Clements Bridge Rd, Enterprise Runnemede is a leading option here.
The Runnemede area is waiting to be discovered. Now that you've got a car, you just need to choose where to go. Independence Hall is a famous site that's just 8 miles out of the city.
If you have an extra day up your sleeve, spend some time in Willingboro. This place is 16 miles out of Runnemede. Funplex and Neshaminy State Park ought to be among the first stops you make here, closely followed by Franklin Mills Mall. 16 miles away, Waterford Works is another destination that is well worth taking a detour for. While you're there, stop at New Jersey Pinelands National Reserve and the Sharrott Winery. If you have time, the Amalthea Cellars Winery is also worth a peek.
The 3-mile journey out to Fort Delaware State Park will feel much shorter now that you've got a car at the ready.
Is there anything better than a road trip? If you're not one to shy away from adventure, throw your bags in the car and begin the drive of 13 miles to Arlington. It will be well worth your time just to visit United States Capitol, an iconic attraction that has helped put this destination on the map.
There are so many reasons to have your own car here, so pick up those keys and get this show on the road!


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Affirmation Letter of the Week: "I'm here to tell you how beautiful you are."
Written & Read by Dear Black Woman Christiana, Michigan
I'm here to tell you about how beautiful you are.
I always knew you were beautiful. I mean, look at you. Your skin that glows and those lines that grace the corners of your mouth when you smile remind me of how happy you make me. Your hair...I still am in awe of how many different ways you wear it. You are magic. But damn...I never realized how authentically beautiful you were until I saw your mother in your eyes. Her strength. Her tough love. Her gentle love. Her spirit. It lies within you hun. And that shit is powerful. And that's just your external beauty. Don't get me started on your internal beauty that radiates through your pores. I know you're still trying to get right on your spiritual and/or religious paths to be your best self. I get it, trust me. It seems like sometimes it's a never-ending battle. Just know I see you boo.
I'm also here to tell you how wondrous you are.
How is it that you're able to inspire so many to be their best? How is it that you know just what to say when I'm feeling down? How is it that you are full of optimism and your presence alone makes me want to be alive? Your care free spirit makes me feel free. Whenever I'm with you, I never want to leave. I'm so thankful that I've been able to spend time with you, to learn more about you, and to witness all of your glory. You are a miracle.
Lastly, I just want to tell you how tenacious you are.
Yeah, I know, that's deep, huh? Persisting in existence and not easily dispelled is you. How do you do it? I admire you.
You inspire me.
I know you don't have all the answers. I just appreciate that you want to keep learning and growing.
Our journey together is far from over, but just know that as long as I have you by my side, with your insights, your sense of humor, your quirky sense of style, your good days, and even your bad, you'll always have me as your number 1 fan rooting for you.
I love you.


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King Abdul Aziz camel festival is known as the world's biggest Camel festival also popular as Saudi heritage festival, held with the support of ruling King. This festival mainly features camel beauty contest.
The contestant from across the Gulf countries travels with their camel herds to showcase their camel to win prizes in millions of Saudi Riyals. This competition was founded by a group of Bedouin people who went to seek support from the royal family in 1999.
This is not just like a beauty contest but this carnival also holds other activities like camel racing, riding, artwork, children fun activities, trading and many more.
Around 26,000 camels were presented for the beauty contest in this Camel festival which is held around the area of 30 million square meters.
The visitors love to visit here to see the originality of Saudi heritage, culture and civilization and the most important thing to visualize the beauty of desert and camel together or I should say people like me who love to see the ship of the desert in the sandy desert.
Every year the camel festival is known for something special but this year the King Abdul Aziz camel festival will be famous for presenting World's tallest camel.
No doubt to say that thousands of camels were presented in this competition but one camel received special attention from the visitors as it became famous in King Abdul Aziz camel festival.
That Camel is said to be the tallest camel from among all other camels that were presented in the same Camel festival.
Previously a Camel was presented whose height was said to be 1.9 meters but this camel whose height is 3 meters breaks the previous record, as said by Faris Al-Dalbji, the supervisor of the festival.
Dallbji said this Camel is eight years old and belongs to Sultan Al-Rashidi who is from Hail. Sultan has two other camels of the same breed but they are not as tall as this camel.
He further said they hope that this camel will make its name in Guinness World Record. They have contacted Guinness team and they have initially approved and said the work is underway to register this tallest camel.
It was said that some visitors offered SR 300,000 to buy this camel but the price of this camel will soon increase after its registration in Guinness world record book.
A team was sent to the Camel festival to examine the camel on Sunday, it took the samples and installed the electronic chip and said the health certificate will be issued later then the official registration process will resume.
If you want to see the world's tallest camel so visit King Abdul Aziz camel festival.
Source: Al Arabiya
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I heard on NPR the other day that a woman's self-esteem peaks at age 9. Nine. For most people, that's fourth grade. I was equal parts shocked and not surprised to hear this: shocked because I personally feel more confident now than I did 13 years ago, but also not surprised given the way a lot of girls come of age.
Girls at age 9 are not afraid. They're not afraid to be loud, to get dirty, to take up space, to speak out of turn, to tell on a classmate that has been mean to them. But something changes as girls grow up. It definitely has to do with the way certain traits are associated with masculinity—bravery, toughness, and loudness—and others with femininity, like being quiet and agreeable. Internalizing those stereotypes as a young adult has, I think, made many women more risk-averse than men.
Of course, I am myself aware of the perils of stereotyping. "Women" are not a monolith that can be characterized by a few adjectives (and the same goes for men). But a disparity of success and achievement among the sexes is undeniable. For instance, only 7% of partners at top 100 venture capital firms are women, a figure made more disappointing only by the fact that it is decreasing. There are many reasons for gender gaps in representation, but I think one change that would make a difference is building confidence in girls and young women.
I am not talking about the picture-book version of confidence, which looks like Elle Woods in a pink suit or even Sheryl Sandberg on the cover of Lean In. Start small. I spent the first few years of college being afraid: afraid to say the wrong thing, to look stupid, to try at something and fail. And I regret the time I wasted not using my voice or taking risks.
To me, having high self-esteem means applying for a job that I might not be totally qualified for, raising my hand in class when I'm not exactly sure what the answer is, or asking the person next to me if they want to be my partner for a group project. To you, it might mean negotiating your salary, learning to say "no," or pursuing a passion project. But it starts with a choice to recognize your own abilities and embrace risk.
The meek may inherit the earth, but women cannot wait for that.
lessons from the lab
I guess you could say I stumbled into engineering (as one does). I did well in my math and science classes throughout high school, so when senior year rolled around, it seemed logical to apply to engineering schools. I truly had no idea what it was going to be like; all I knew is that it would be a challenge. Actually, that's a lie. I did have one particular vision of studying engineering: one day being able to understand special relativity. And now I do! Well, sort of.
It wasn't always a pleasant journey. In fact, I wondered for a while if I'd even made the right choice. But now, at the tail end of my senior year, I can say that I have no regrets. Engineering challenged me in all the right ways and pushed me harder than anything else could have. Along the way, I learned some lessons that I later realized apply not just to engineering, but also to life in general. So here are some takeaways:
1. Know what you don't know.
It sounds simple, but it's actually not. Figuring out the holes in your understanding of a concept or problem takes a lot of work. You've got to do research and ask the right questions. Countless times, I have gone in to a professor's office hours with a list of specific concepts I don't understand—after spending an hour making that list. Do your homework.
2. Understand the problem you're trying to solve.
Yes, this sounds a lot like (1) but I promise it's different. And not just because I want 5 things on this list. I've noticed how most people, including me, tend to jump to solutions as soon as we're presented with a problem. If someone asked you, "How do you get millennials to save for retirement?" Maybe you'd immediately think, "Obviously they should save more of their paycheck."
But think harder. What's the real problem? Are millennials spending too much on bulletproof coffee and avocado toast? Or do we have different financial goals than our ancestors (the baby boomers)? Either way, you can't arrive at good solutions to any problem until you know the problem inside and out.
3. Learn how to work on a team.
Have you ever heard the saying, "If you want something done right, do it yourself?" Words to live by. Just kidding!!! I love working on my own, so it's always been hard for me to give responsibilities to others and share the work. But you always have to work in teams—whether it's in a marriage, or at work, or in school. So learn how to work well with others.
4. Failure is certain.
Okay I lied; there are 4 things on this list. But that actually dovetails well with my last point, which is about failure. My dad always says, "Success is an occasional visitor. Failure is a constant companion."
Social connectedness has made perfectionists of us all: we want to get everything right on the first try. But what if instead, we learned how to fail fast and smart. What if every time someone said "no" or "best of luck" or "we've decided to go with another applicant," we re-examined our strategies and tried again harder. After all, you only need to find one way to make the lightbulb work. (That was a Thomas Edison joke.)
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I had never fallen in love with a pair of headphones before—until the Plantronics BackBeat Fit.
I love many things about these Bluetooth headphones, including the battery life and the quality of the sound and the fact that I got it marked down on woot.com. But the earbuds are what make it an absolute winner. I would estimate that 80% of headphones on the market have ball-shaped earbuds. Take, for example, this Bluetooth headphone set:
This headset has over 10,000 Amazon reviews with an average rating of 4.2 stars. Maybe it works for very low-impact activity, such as listening to an audiobook or taking a conference call. But in my experience, as soon as you move around a bit, those spherical earbuds fall out of your ears.
Not with the Backbeat Fit. You can tell these were designed with regard for the physical shape of the ear canal, which curves in towards the front of your face. Paired with the flexible ear hook, these earbuds actually stay put when I walk, run, work out, or lie down. The buttons are unobtrusive and intuitive to use. There's nothing gimmicky about the design, either: no unnecessary long wires or annoying lights.
For a pair of Bluetooth headphones, I'd say it checks every box. They're the type of headphones that look like what Bluetooth headphones should look like. But, as with most great products, the cleanest and simplest design takes the most work.


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Brussels Sprout & Tangerine Couscous Salad
Toasted Israeli couscous with roasted brussels and crisp tangerine make this salad the perfect representation of winter meets spring.
I sort of discovered this pairing by accident. See, I eat a lot of weirdest combinations when it comes to food. I'm a food blogger and it sorta comes with the territory in order to avoid food waste. Well, this recipe was one of those instances. And thank God. Yum!
2 cups Israeli couscous
4 cups water
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon salt
1 pound Balsamic-Glazed Brussels Sprouts
½ cup cilantro, finely chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 tangerines
Sea salt, to taste
- Total Time:
20 minutes
- 5 minutes
- 15 minutes
- Servings:
- 5 servings
- Recipe Type:
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- Vegetarian
Step one is to make my Balsamic-Glazed Brussels if you have not already. The one thing here, you don't want the parmesan cheese and pine nuts. So exclude those.
Now we are going to toast the 2 cups of Israeli couscous. This name is a bit of a misnomer as, well, this stuff is just pasta. Add the tablespoon of butter to a sauce pan and melt it over a medium heat. Then add the couscous, stirring occasionally. It's toasted when it looks like the picture below.
Now add the 4 cups of water and the teaspoon of salt and bring it to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and let cook for about 10 minutes until the couscous is tender. Then remove it from the stove and let it cool.
Add the couscous, the 1/2 cup of chopped cilantro and 2 tablespoons of olive oil to a large mixing bowl. Mix it together. This is the step where I salt this dish too. So add your sea salt and work that in.
Add the roasted brussels sprouts and fold them in. I admit, I ate about 6 of these before I even got to mixing them in. You might want to make extra for this reason. These things are super duper good.
Peel your tangerines and separate the wedges, removing any extra pith. Then fold them in. Yup, I ate some of those too. I musta been hungry! It is a wonder this salad got finished at all.
Once it is all mixed together, place it in the refrigerator to chill. In fact, go chill-out yourself. You've been working hard and deserve it! Then come back in a few hours and this thing will be ready to eat.
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Shriya, Anita, Mahek doing item numbers
It looks like Telugu filmmakers are pulling out all stops to make their big-budget extravaganzas huge money-spinners.
Close on the heels of sexy starlets Charmme, Hansika and Deepika Padukone shaking their booties in item songs, it's now the turn of other Bollywood hotties Shriya Saran, Anita Hasanandani and Mahek Chahal to gyrate with T-town superstars. Even T-town's numero uno Anushka is joining the fray with a special number in Takita Takita. "Anushka has confirmed she'll do a special song in our film," said producer Bharat Thakur.
Meanwhile, Shriya's making a comeback to Tollyland with a racy number with Pawan Kalyan in Komaram Puli. Another screen scorcher Anita is also bouncing back with a foot-tapping chartbuster in Kalaver King. "It's a fascinating number and I really enjoyed dancing to it," says Anita.


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Two traditional houses with capacity for 26 people, just 11 km from the beach and 30 minutes from Barcelona!
An expansive property houses two independent villas of Catalunya Casas, one of which has capacity for 18 guests and the second one has capacity for 8 people. Rent one for your small group or both for a great family reunion!
(The indicated price is for 18. This property has a maximum capacity of 26. For prices for 26 people, consult).
Enjoy relaxing plunges in the private pool (measuring 5m by 12m, with a depth ranging from 1m to 2m) and dry on your relaxing sunbeds.
1. LARGE HOUSE (900 square meters)
Prepare your own meals in your fully equipped kitchen (including a dishwasher, washing machine, clothes dryer, refrigerator, freezer, stove, microwave, oven, coffeemaker, etc.). On the ground floor there is also a comfortable and inviting living room with a television; a dining room with a cozy fireplace; and one bathroom with a shower.
Casa Grande features 8 bedrooms for 18 people that are distributed as follows:
(1) one double bed with access to a second bedroom (2) with two single beds. Bedroom 2 is only accessible through Bedroom 1.
(3) one double bed
(4) one double bed with a bathroom
(5) one small studio with one small single bed (70 cm x 190 cm)
+3 bathrooms (one of which is ensuite in Bedroom 4)
(6) two bunk beds (for four people)
(7) one double bed
(8) two single beds
+2 bathrooms
SMALL HOUSE (450 square meters)
The smaller villa has a private dining room with fireplace, living room with fireplace, a kitchen with a refrigerator and dishwasher, and a WC on the ground floor.
On the first floor there are four bedrooms for 8 guests, distributed as follows:
(1) two single beds, ensuite bathroom
(2) one double bed, shared ensuite bathroom with Bedroom 3
(3) two single beds, shared ensuite bathroom with Bedroom 2
(4) one double bed, ensuite bathroom, fireplace
There is a total of 4 bathrooms (one WC and three ensuite bathrooms).
In the winter months this property does not have central heating; however there are electric heaters that can be placed in the bedrooms, and the maintenance staff keeps the fireplaces burning day and night for a truly authentic and comfortable stay.
A caretaker lives in a separate cottage on the property, but the garden, pool, and house are completely private and for guest use only.
Catalunya Casas specialises in hand-picked, exclusively managed family villa rentals (with pool and garden!) in Catalonia (Barcelona, Costa Brava, Costa Dorada) and the Balearic Islands. Our vacation rentals are close enough to tourist 'meccas' so as to enjoy all the benefits these areas have to offer, yet far enough 'off the beaten track' where our guests have the opportunity to enjoy and experience the real Catalonia/Spain.
Please note that we offer a variety of optional services for your convenience and vacation enjoyment. Below are just a few options that can be booked for an additional supplement after your reservation is confirmed:
In-villa catering (paella, tapas, Spanish BBQ)
Flamenco lessons
In-villa tastings of local cheeses, wines, cavas, chocolate, deli meats
Airport transfer
Car rental
Towels and linens (these are not included in your reservation fee)
Excursions / tours
Horse riding
Air conditioning/Heating (if available).
Cot/high chair
Welcome pack (filled with delicious local products)
Please feel free to ask for more information on any of the above!
Departure cleaning and maintenance fee: 280 EUR for one house (350 EUR for both houses)
Department of Tourism registration number: HUTB-016565-16
*This property does not allow groups under 25 years of age.
*This property does not allow pets
*Portable air conditioning units are available for this property for an additional fee. Please enquire for more information.
*Heating is available for an additional fee. Please enquire for more information.
* This house will accept 2 nights of rent outside of the summer season. Please ask!
* This house is rented from Sunday to Sunday from 29/07/19 to 25/08/19.
* Minimum stay is 5 nights in July and 26/08/18 – 08/09/18


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Our second trip downtown took us to the National Building Museum for an exhibit on Palladio. We studied Palladio and his villas in our Architectural History classes, at least the classes that we stayed awake in. When we arrived we were excited that the Lego Architecture exhibit was still available to see. So it looked like our day was already filled. The Museum is on F Street right across the street from the Judiciary Square Metro station, and was originally the Pension Building. It is quite a remarkable structure.
I couldn't wait to see the Lego exhibit so we headed there first. I'm sorry I did not lug my tripod along. It's tough handholding for shots that you know will need to be extra sharp and a decent depth of field. I shot at ISO 1250, 1/125 at f/10. The results were ok, but the tripod would have made this easy. Next time. The Lego models were all of famous skyscrapers and very well done. Luckily the exhibit hall was fairly empty so I could take my time.
No photos were allowed in the Palladio exhibit. There were rooms full of original drawings and some historical models. It was fascinating to see the drawings which were meticulously executed. Most of these materials were from British museums and collections. During their colonial period many of the antiquities were plundered by the British, but at least we have them to see and enjoy.
After a quick bite at the snack counter we headed next door to the American Art Museum and the American Portrait Gallery to see an exhibit of Norman Rockwell paintings owned by Steven Spielberg and George Lucas. There was also an exhibit on Remembering Running Fence, the 24 mile temporary sculpture by Christo. The most impressive view in the museum though was the ceiling in the Kogod Courtyard...remarkable. Washington DC is a very neat place and I wish we had more time to explore.


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Escape to the Wild - Poronui Elopement
When you're in the business of being front and centre at dozens of big white weddings every year, how do you decide to exchange your own vows? For Taupo celebrant Samantha Johnston, the answer was simple; very differently. With only eight guests (plus me tagging along in lucky 9th place), Sam and Brad eloped to exclusive New Zealand hunting lodge, Poronui, tucked away in the crisply beautiful Taharua Valley.
About half an hour from Taupo and a world away from real life, Poronui Lodge represents heartland New Zealand at its very best. Famous internationally for trophy stags and trout, it's also a great place to slow down, soak up nature and reflect on what really matters in life. After nine years together, Sam and Brad wanted to cement their relationship more by getting married but weren't so sure about doing this in front of a hundred guests.
"We wanted a party but wanted the ceremony to be a bit more intimate. It's a personal thing reading vows out. It wasn't very traditional but it was perfect for us," explains Sam.
And so they rented Poronui's Blake House, spent the morning making ham sammies and getting glammed up with just their immediate family, and then exchanged vows in a ceremony that had more laughter and tears than some of the biggest weddings I've been to. I got to pick the spot for the ceremony (frosty backlit deep shade beside epic views down the valley) and that was that.
Typically the weddings we shoot involve lots of meetings, plans and timelines. Which is all really important when you want an amazing day with all of your friends and family beside you. But the great thing about staying small is that we just roll with whatever feels right at the time. After some hugs, bubbles and family photos, Sam swapped her Louboutins for Uggs and the three of us went for a wander down to the river beside the lodge, where frost still covered the ground and low winter light gave everything a really magical feeling.
I'm a total wedding junkie and pretty much always feel that the wedding I've JUST done is the most awesome I've ever been to. Even after 14 years and about 500 weddings, I still feel this way. But I suppose after seeing so many 'I dos', I've had a good chance to reflect on what I feel matters most, and for me it's making sure a couple has time alone together to soak up the massiveness of what is going on, to be mindful of every fleeting moment, and to laugh heaps and be close and intimate in a way that reflects them. So the creative session alway involves a bit of time away from everyone where I shoot with a long lens, tell bad jokes and just encourage my couples to snuggle and hang out in a way that's natural to them without too much direction or 'posing'. Sam and Brad definitely had their own way of being intimate....including congratulatory fist pumps which I loved.
I spent only a couple of hours with Sam, Brad and their crew, but it was such a powerfully intimate time that I almost felt like I became a part of the family while I was there. After I left, a 'mystery location' party under the guise of an engagement saw all their friends and family brought out to Poronui, where the newlyweds flew in by chopper and jumped out sporting wedding bands and a truly great story about how they did it 'their way'.
Photographer: Eva Bradley // Venue: Blake House, Poronui Lodge // Dress: Astra Bridal // Flowers: Bloomin Flowers, Taupo // Hair & Makeup: Beauty on Location, Taupo // Celebrant: Belinda de Latour, Taupo. And Sam herself can be found at: Marry Me Sam


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(curatorial text for the exhibition Video games: Tales of Play, Adventures of the Unexpected, Centro Fundacion Telefonica, Lima, Peru, 2009)
"Video Games: Tales of Play, Adventures of the Unexpected" is an exhibition of artists' works on the fantasy worlds and the parallel realities of our times; on worlds that deconstruct actualities and reenact myths, tell tales and reveal truths, convey messages and subvert beliefs; on worlds that players come to inhabit to embody characters, to shape microcosms, to live and share experiences and emotions. Aiming to explore the gaming territories of the digital era, this exhibition is about the potentialities, prospects and surprises such spaces embrace.
Having been described as magic circles, temporary realities or make believe territories, games are systems that have their own temporal, spatial and social norms and depend on players' participation, decision and interaction. They have been examined as autonomous zones, having a temporary life of their own, forming vivid spaces that are lived by their participants. They offer experiences that are collective and individuated at the same time and a vast array of strong feelings that influence players' perception and behavior. Today however, as game culture continuously evolves and expands into different fields of the society and as our time spent between the virtual and the real has become one, can we still talk about "magic circles"? Can we locate environments and conditions for new types of make believe situations and roles? Can vividness, contemplation and excitement be experienced through new forms of playfulness?
"Tales of Play, Games of the Unexpected" reflects through the work of well known artists play tactics and behaviors that keep the play instinct alive, while they reform games' aesthetics, structures and mechanisms. It examines how play, games, art and fantasy in today's world can still allow room for new interrelations and encounters not only in between players, but also between players, the gamespace and the outside world.
The games presented in the context of the exhibition, that vary from screen based games and installations to interventions and performances, invite visitors to join gameworlds with uncommon characteristics hiding undiscovered situations:
Woods of well known fairytales, dreamy landscapes and uncommon environments welcome players to wander around them, to act beyond common tactics and norms, to find their own paths and aims and personalize their experience. Imaginary worlds and mindscapes with historical figures and legends reenact lost cultures and bring into light moments of inspiration, contemplation and enlightenment. Religion, fantasy and medieval scenery become an occasion ofinspiration but also of doubt in the gaming environments. Beliefs, fears and superstititions from real life blur with the worlds of games and pose questions for both directions. Everyday life objects become toys, cubes animate our perception and portable consoles are transformed into audio toys. A new merging between the virtual and the real occurs and an ambiguous and continuous feed is encouraged.
The gameworlds presented in the context of "Tales of play, games of the unexpected" can be seen as creative dialogues on today's play. They explore the interchanges and influences from the virtual to the real proposing new narratives for them; they encourage ingenuity, collaboration and creativity within game interactions embracing affection, intimacy and care as elements of the gameplay; they explore the gaming worlds as public spaces where 'words' can be spoken and actions can be taken; they challenge players by engaging them in surprising ways of interaction, reclaiming elements of playfulness that are not yet to be lost; they areoften skeptical for game culture itself but they retain the magic aspect of it by creating worlds that are based on the initiatives of the players, where goals are often to be discovered and rules to be broken.The magic circles can still exist in our times; they are hybrid and perplex but as the artistic practices show they can still be adventurous, surprising and fulfilling.


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Pork and Chives Gyoza
I have already professed my love for all foods wrapped in a previous post for potstickers - spring rolls, dumplings, wontons, samosas, rice dumplings, ravioli, I cannot resist these foods and will gladly eat them everyday for the rest of my life if I can, such is my endless love! Now, gyoza is a dish that I cannot pass up if I see it on the menu when I'm out at a Japanese restaurant. "Pork Gyoza in Spicy Chilli Oil"? Damned it, I'm game, order me up your largest portion. However, most of the gyozas that I have eaten at restaurants are, for a lack of a better word, scrawny. More wrapper than filling and most are cooked until they are so dry that you can use them to scrape the bottom of a pot. In short, I have yet to find a place here in Singapore that serves good gyoza. I don't have to anymore though, because I can now make my own.
My gyoza wrapping skills are amateurish right now and I actually watched a couple of Youtube videos to learn how to wrap them properly. It took me an hour to wrap 30 gyozas but the time and effort that it took was completely worth it because they actually look pretty alright this time. After all, the great thing about homemade food is in its imperfection, right?
Chives are a commonly used ingredient in Chinese cooking and its strong fragrance is intimidating to some. It is one of those ingredients that you either love or hate. Feel free to substitute chives in this recipe with spring onions if you do not enjoy the smell and taste of chives.
In this recipe, rather than mix ginger strips into the filling, I used grated ginger to marinate the ground pork instead. The bottoms of the dumplings are first pan-fried in hot oil before they are steamed to allow the filling to cook through so you will require a skillet that comes with a lid to facilitate the steaming process.
This is a great recipe to make ahead and store in the freezer for busy weeknights. Make a double portion of this recipe, get comfortable at the dining table in front of the TV and start wrapping these beautiful little nuggets of deliciousness.
These are by far the plumpest gyozas I have ever eaten, each one has filling that is almost bursting out of the wrapper and I definitely can eat these everyday. I hope you will love them too!


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The Rev. Ron Nowland, a retired pastor and chaplain in La Crosse, will present a program titled "Are You the Salt of the Earth?" during a Church Women United fundraiser Monday at St. Paul's Lutheran Church at 420 West Ave. S. in La Crosse.
The event, a benefit for Church Women United's scholarship fund, will feature hors d'oeuvres starting at 4:30 p.m., with the presentation at 5:15 p.m. The scholarship fund is to help women students at Western Technical College.


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so i told this one guy that i like him and he told me he had a girlfriend but then he said "if i wanted i could get with him too"
what should i do...i really like him..does he like me if he ask me to get with him too? ya i guess he is a player..ugh!..i always go for the bad boys!!!!, but i cant just forget.
iv liked him for 3 years...its kinda hard to just forget


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Caldwell, IDHome Menu
Winter Wonderland
After the 2018 Winter Wonderland Festival on November 16th, the light display in downtown Caldwell will continue to be on each night until January 15th! Grab your family and friends, come on down for a stroll under the lights and take lots of pictures! (Makes GREAT Christmas card pictures ;)


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It's no surprise to any Trampoline regular that Trina has some serious talent.
Also, it's pretty clear that Raeanne has it all figured out, too.
Here's what happens when the two of them combine on a project after work:
Check it out.
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Teamwork Makes the Dream Work
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3 comments:
- Derek said...
My favorite part: the authenticy with Trina's sig. Nice site ladies!
- April 24, 2008 at 8:35 PM
- Amy said...
So lovely! The bags and the site.
- April 25, 2008 at 6:27 PM
- Estilo Mercado said...
great bags these are what i look for crafted handbags
fantastic works and designs are amazing
- April 12, 2010 at 7:06 AM
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Knit in the round with worsted weight wool, the Journeyer Pullover is a comfortable, classic sweater you'll wear for years to come. One of three designs in the Open Road Collection, it features gentle A-line shaping, 3/4-length sleeves, and a flattering folded neckband.
The pattern is available for purchase on Ravelry, where you'll find complete information on sizes, yarns and yardage, needles, notions, gauge, and more.
To view all knitting patterns by Bonnie Sennott, visit my Ravelry designer page.


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I said it here on Slabbed just after the election that DC was a different world from being a Boss Hogg lackey in the legislature and it appears the Mississippi Press has noticed our new congressman Steven Palazzo is not only a legacy political hack but he is also a fluffer. I'll point out the coastal counties did not elect Palazzo so the snub should be expected. Here is a snippet:
IF IT'S not in the handbook for serving as the 4th Congressional District representative, it should be: Never miss a ship christening at Ingalls Shipbuilding in Pascagoula.
Freshman Rep. Steven Palazzo, R-Biloxi, was noticeably absent from the christening of the Arlington, LPD 24, on March 26, though his wife was in attendance.
Like Rebel I now wonder who was elected as Mississippi's 4th district congressman as the reasons for the departures of Wells and Samford comes into much sharper focus.


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Feedback from patients at BMI Gisburne Park Hospital in Gisburn has shown that 99% of those who received care there would recommend the hospital to their family and friends.
In addition, 97.8% agree that the quality of their nursing care was very good or excellent and 95.7% would apply the same high rating to the standard of their accommodation.
The figures for the independent hospital in Gisburn Park Estate were the findings of the independent survey operator Quality Health, which analysed responses of 1,526 patients who responded to a questionnaire last year.
Consultant General Surgeon, Mr Lyndon Jones said: "Receiving feedback like this is really important because it provides me, as a consultant, with the reassurance that patients are receiving excellent care at this hospital."
The figures have been well received by the hospital's 90 staff who provide care for NHS-funded patients, insured patients and those who choose to pay for themselves.
Over the past year, the hospital has seen developments including a new Ambulatory Care Unit designed to treat patients undergoing cataracts and pain management treatment.
Within the last year the hospital has also been rated as good by the independent regulator the Care Quality Commission.
The independent survey also showed high percentage scores across all assessed criteria, with "very good" or "excellent" for physiotherapy 96.5%, pharmacy 95.4%, and catering 92.7%.
In addition, 97.3% said that their overall impression of diagnostic imaging was very good or excellent.
Quality Health also provides the same survey analysis and questions across the NHS.


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I am a big fan of Paul Smith, I love the way he uses colour and pattern in his designs. This
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10 places with gorgeous weather, all the time
Lihue, Hawaii
Hawaii's weather does not change much throughout the entire year. While it is undeniably the warmest state in terms of year-round temps, it is never extremely hot. In cities like Honolulu, the high 80s are the norm during the summertime, but smaller cities like Hilo on the Big Island and Lihue on Kauai max out at about 80 degrees on average. In Lihue, the highest ever-recorded temperature was only 90. As anyone who has spent an extended amount of time on the islands can tell you, it rains frequently, but a majority of the precipitation is in the form of light, passing showers. Major storms do occasionally occur, with most cities hit several times per year mainly during the winter months. Nonetheless, a Hawaiian vacation will seldom be a complete washout and the temperatures are guaranteed to fall in that sweet spot between "too hot" and "too cool."


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We teamed up with session beer sensations & fellow Mass natives, Notch Brewing to learn the ways of lagers and brew together! In celebration of our friendship & collaboration, we're holding a 2 day event in 2 different locations! On Saturday February 3rd, the Notch crew (and of course their beer) will join us in the Trillium Garden at the Substation, and on Sunday February 4th, we'll return the favor in the Notch Taproom in Salem!
Join us for food, fun, and first tastes of our brand new collaboration beer: I Predict a Riot American Pale Lager!


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I've managed to acquire the colour data for the Luminance image acquired last January. The RGB date comprises of 7x 3min subs for the R,G and B channels. I initially processed this as an LRGB image, but wasn't happy with the result, so I overlaid the RGB data over the top and created a hole in that layer for the LRGB section of the nebula to show through. Yes, the stars are a little larger,…
My first deep sky image using the scopes on the iTelescope remote network. The images were taken over two days on the T14 and T20 scopes in New Mexico. Both scopes use the same Takahashi 106mm refractor and SBIG camera. The great thing about the remote iTelescope network – apart from the obvious dark and clear skies in places like New Mexico and Siding Spring, is that the raw FITS files you receive are ready…
I'm Back….I think!
It's been a while since I last posted. The weather here has just been terrible and to be honest I have given up on trying to do Astronomy here in Cornwall. Since my last post I have given variable star observing a go using the remote telescope network in the US. Yes, it's expensive at about one US dollar a minute, but if added up what I have spent on my observatory over the years,…
Observing Session 16, January
It's been a while since I got up at 'Stupid O'Clock' to do a bit of observing. But waking at 3am and feeling reasonably alert, a peek through the window confirmed perfect observing conditions and too good an opportunity to miss. Of the three Collinder Clusters I observed this morning, fate chose ones ones with huge 2 to 3 degree diameters, so for once all these had to be observed using the TMB. In retrospect, they would…
Observing Session 7, January
The first clear night of the year – although for only a couple of hours before the slow moving cloud started to roll in. Despite not having used the scope for two months, mount pointing was pretty accurate – with the first slew-to object only just outside the FOV of the 40mm. However, I wasted most of the session trying to keep the network up long enough to be allow the observing notes for Skytools 3 to…
Welcome to 2016
To put it quite frankly, the weather recently has been crap. Apart from one clear night on the 31st, December, where it looked pretty good until the point we got back from a New Year's party, I've not had one clear observing night since the end of October 🙁 2015 felt like a disappointing year for observations. The awful weather during the Spring and a rather lack lustre Summer wasn't looking too promising on making…
A New Toy: 4, November
While my Altair Astro Sabre Mount is great for star hopping, the stiction in the bearings starts to become a problem when you add a heavier scope. The TMB80 wasn't a problem, but with the long focal length 150mm RC, I was beginning to find that precisely centring the object would cause you to overshoot the target sometimes. The other problem is with this scope and the Van Slyke turret fitted, it was impossible to balance the…
Observing Session: 31, October
This evening was the first real test of my new SkyTee mount. Fitted with the turret, most of the star hopping done was made through the 14mm Delos – each hop being no more than a few FOV diameters from one object to the next. I also had another bash and trying to draw what I observe through the eyepiece, using the iPad and a stylus. The purpose is not to produce a work of…
Observing Session: 14, October
Well I guess the recent run of clear nights has probably come to an end. The high pressure that has been sitting over us for the last few weeks, has now made way for Low pressure, which is bringing in high winds and all the cloud from the North. Looking at the logs, I've had 12 observing sessions in a little under two months – a record number, which has included 50 unique objects observed….
Observing Session: 13, October
…and the clear nights continue to roll 🙂 Date: 13/10/2015 Time: 19:19 – 22:25 UT Seeing: II Mostly Stable, Transparency: I Extremely Clear, Temp:10.0c, Pressure: 1011mb, Humidity: 79%, Dew Point: 3.0 , Wind: 6.0mph, SQM: 18.3 NELM: 5.0 Collinder 401 In the Altair 250mm f/8 RC, 40mm Plossl, 51 X, 52′ West is to the 9 O'Clock I planted the scope on target and was expecting to see something that looked like an open cluster. NOTHING. So I checked the star field on Skysafari…
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Africa Reflection/
Our two weeks in Africa were JAM-packed. We came home utterly exhausted, but I think that is the sign of a trip of a lifetime. We fit in as much as we could. I wouldn't call it a vacation necessarily because that implies lots of relaxation and luxury and often all-inclusive style stays. Instead this trip was more of a backpacker style trip where we lived out of backpacks, stayed in simpler places, and spent many, many, many hours on buses, planes, boats, taxis, etc. Thank goodness for compression socks.
Being able to see Kate and an incredible number of animals made up for all of those transport hours though.
Transportation Tally:
We spent 4 days in Chileshya, Kate's village. It was rough for us, no lie. We are used to the amazing comforts of our home here in Michigan. I am just stunned at the conditions Kate has managed to live in for 2 years now. No running water, no electricity, cooking over charcoal, an outhouse for a bathroom (with no lights and plenty of spiders), spiders and critters on the walls/floors in the house, and when the sun goes down you are stuck with what you can do with a headlamp.
I also had to adopt somewhat of a mantra to get through the trip. I started repeating it about a week before our trip and said it every day and I truly think it helped me deal with the critters. So here it goes (I would say it fast and repeat it a few times) :
It's just a spider. Or a butterfly without wings.
That silly little phrase helped me stay calm and I recommend it to all my fellow spider-fearing-friends. :)
I will go into further details about Kate's village and all of our activities in later posts because for today I am just giving an overview of our trip.
After Kate's village, we took a few buses to get to Livingstone and we had a fabulous time in Livingstone with Kate! While there, we went on a safari, a fishing trip, and we visited Victoria Falls. Some seriously epic images and videos coming your way soon!
We then bused it back to Lusaka and flew home! After getting home I came down with the flu and jet lag, so it has been longer than I was hoping it would be for me to be able to share some images or video with you all! But the time is finally here! So here are few images from Kate's village to get us going! (We have tons of images and video to share in the future!)
Next post will be a recap of Kate's house and village lifestyle! Don't miss it! Follow me on Facebook or Instagram to stay in the loop!


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As a leader, creating a culture at your organization is in your hands. It happens gradually through the rules you set, the treatment of employees, the HR regulations, and more. Now, are you creating an employee-friendly workplace or the opposite is something you need to determine the company's progress.
Without a blink of an eye, we will say that it is very obvious that employees prefer working in an employee-friendly workplace. It does not have to be mentioned in a book or white paper. It is a given thing. An employer is also a leader, and even if you are not an employer a leader should also promote a friendly workplace in his tribe. So, how do you promote an employee-friendly workplace as an employer? Are you a self-less giver? Do you provide these things to your workforce so that they love working for your company?
A Welcoming Attitude
Many organizations boast of an open door policy, but how many of them really abide by the same? Do you have a welcoming attitude when your employee wants to talk about something with you? Employees feel like a priority when you allow them to discuss anything without being rude.
We do not, by any chance, mean to say that you should ignore some important task on hand to sit with your employee. But at least, you can politely ask them to come again in some time. Even better you can schedule a dedicated time for discussing stuff with your employees. This way they are assured that they can come to you whenever in need.
Also, once in a blue moon, if your employee comes to you with a personal problem, do not shoo him away. Showing empathy will make him more connected to you. Lend your ear and this may just turn out to be a motivational boost driving more productivity in your employee.
A Recreational Ambience
Do you have informal get-togethers at your organization every once in a while? Or as a leader, do you meet your employees over movies or dinner at times? If not, start doing so. Such things exude that you are not an employer or a leader who is not concerned about the workers recreational time. In fact, you are someone who makes sure that they get ample amount of refreshing activities in return for all the hard work that they put in.
A Culture of Recognition
Perks, praises, attention, zero tolerance towards a partial attitude, important information about things, all these are a part and parcel of how an employee feels recognized and valued at the workplace. Yes, criticism and feedbacks are very much important, but praises and appreciation are equally important as well. You just need to find a balance between both. If they are in a problem give them your attention, and help them. If they have achieved something, celebrate the same with them. Who won't feel at home in such a surrounding? The keystone for creating an employee-friendly workplace is not on a set of rules, but normal human psychology and behavior. Get that right, and your employees will definitely love coming to your organization every morning with an outlook as fresh as a flower.
Empathy and Understanding
We are saying about showing empathy, not sympathy. We are not saying that you should pity your workers to give them things. But when they are facing genuine issues show some empathy and provide the flexibility they need. If you provide them understanding in the times of need, they will certainly reciprocate the same towards the organization.
Dear leaders, every employee wants to work in a friendly atmosphere. No one wants to become a robot in a corporate jail. Trust us, providing such important aspects will only increase satisfaction levels and employee retention in your organization. If you don't believe us, try it for yourself.


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Local Doug Miller, a prolific painter, violinist and photographer, will talk about his life with members of the Laguna Beach Exchange Club, which meets at 12:15 p.m Thursday, April 14, at Watermarc restaurant.
Miller is a successful Sawdust Festival painter who has sold well over 10,000 paintings, mostly of small size. As well, he is generous with his musical skills,and recently finished a recording with vocalist Sasha Evans.
The meeting will be held upstairs at 448 S. Coast Highway. The cost for non-members is $20 and includes lunch.
The identities of other upcoming Exchange Club speakers can be found at LagunaBeachExchangeClub.org
Direct any questions to Katy Moss at 494-0703 or Jim Rue at 494-6684


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Creativity Is Madness
"We might say that both the artist and theneurotic bite off more than they can chew, but the artist spews it back out again and chews it over in an objectified way, as an external, active, work project…"
– Ernest Becker
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Product Praise: Drybar Detox Whipped Dry Shampoo
It's cold and dry out. My hair is in crisis. As much as I want to wash it every day, I know that will only make the situation worse because washing it is so drying. If you're washing your hair every day, it's time to stop that craziness. Think of your hair like your favorite t-shirt. If you washed your favorite t-shirt every day, what would happen? It would fade, lose its shape, look meh. Shampoo is basically laundry detergent for your hair. It strips it down and breaks down the structure. If you HAVE to wash your hair daily or most days, you can try this trick: just wash with water (it gets rid of 80% of the dirt and oil) and add conditioner to your ends. No shampoo. The rule: shampoo max 3x/week.
The main reason we wash our hair is to refresh our roots, so I'm a huge fan of dry shampoo. Use them all. Love most. So you can imagine the little dance I did when I was at Drybar recently and saw they have a new WHIPPED dry shampoo. I love this because it's ultralight and doesn't contain powder (which can sometimes show on my dark brown hair). If you haven't tried dry shampoo or are ready to try a new one, this one is different than the others and so far, I love it.


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Here's the truth man… DON'T try to get her back!
Ask yourself the following questions…
Why do I "need" her back?
Why do I feel "incomplete"?
How do I become better as a man?
The good news is that you can fix your situation my friend. You can stop being the BETA that got you dumped (which is why she dumped/cheated on you to begin with).
Are you going to cry and play the blame game or are you going to rise above it? Accept the fact that life on earth can be tough… and put in the hours?
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January 1, 2012
We are continuing our discussion of Michael Current's recent suicide. A professional football player during the '60s and '70s, Current often complained of headaches and other symptoms consistent with a brain injury. He was in the middle of a serious criminal matter in Oregon when he died earlier this month, but friends and family have not dismissed the idea that his brain injury contributed to his death.
We often write about the effect of repeated blows to the head and multiple concussions. Football players, especially professional football players, sustain an untold number of concussions over the course of their careers, and the results can be devastating. Many players and their families believe the NFL knew about the risks but kept the information — and the push for better protection — from the teams.
The suicide of another player, Dave Duerson, in 2011 brought the issue to national attention. He suffered from depression and memory loss. Before he shot himself, Duerson specifically asked his family to order tests for chronic traumatic encephalopathy, a condition associated with repeated brain injuries.
His family donated his brain to the Center for the Study of Traumatic Encephalopathy. The center is focused on addressing the "concussion crisis" in amateur and professional sports; to date, researchers have identified CTE in 20 deceased football players. Even the NFL is supporting the center — a dramatic switch from the league's long-time denial that there was such a problem.
Just a year after Duerson's death, the center announced that his brain did, indeed, show advanced evidence of CTE.
Source: HULIQ.com, "NFL player Michael Current kills self as Duerson," Dave Masko, Jan. 20, 2012
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A thought continued from my last post: I think I tend to view outside "experts" (assign that term what value you will) as oft-credible sources of information about Rwandese politics in part because it's difficult to get high-quality, objective information from within the country. I've stopped reading the New Times, as it's analytically not very helpful, and Rwanda Focus seems similarly uncritical. Beyond Nkunda Rwanda I've found few active Rwandese bloggers. If readers have links to additional resources, I'd love to hear about them. (Congo, on the other hand, has a comparative wealth of local papers and several good blogs, all in French.)
There is also, I think, the question of what right foreigners have to be blithely writing about politics and conflict in central Africa. It's a fair query; after all, I only lived in the region for a year, in capitals both times, and my Kinyarwanda and Lingala/Swahili skills are negligible. (My Tshiluba and Kikongo skills are totally non-existent.) I make no claim of privileged information on my own behalf. But that said, the entanglements of our globalized world are here to stay. I have to believe that, as a foreigner, working towards more proximately accurate understandings of such complicated regions – responsibly, honestly, and self-critically – is in the end more useful than withdrawing from conversation.
Update as of April 5:
- Via Tom of A View From the Cave, I've learned that Owen Barder has also written eloquently on the topic of privilege and African politics. He reaches different conclusions, though. Well-worth a read.
- James Wilson links to FSI language programs in Lingala and Swahili.
- Commentator zebrapad links to a useful Kinyarwanda vocab list.
- Another Kinyarwanda resource is Speak Rwanda.


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Hard Times on the High Seas - Episode 2
In this episode we continue our voyage south down the Baja peninsula of Mexico, and realize that cruising and being away from friends and family sometimes means missing out on certain life events. For more see our previous post: Darkest Before the Dawn.
We also finally making it to warmer water and get stuck at anchor in 35-40 knot winds for five days before crossing the Sea of Cortez to mainland Mexico! Let us know what you think, and what you want to see more of! We are currently putting together the videos from our last season and we'd love to hear some feedback.