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The new faster MOS processor is supposed to give the FZ100 faster performance, but it's still a bit slow to start up, taking approximately three and a half seconds to start up and take a picture. In single shot mode at JPEG quality it has a shot-to-shot time of approximately 0.8 seconds, which is exceptionally fast, especially for such as complex and powerful camera. It is a little slower in Raw + JPEG mode, at around 1.0 second, but this is still very fast performance. In continuous shooting mode it lives up to its 11fps full-resolution claim, although only for 15 frames and only focusing on the first shot, however it will perform this well in both JPEG and Raw + JPEG modes. It can shoot at 5fps with continuous AF. Other high speed shooting options include 40fps at 5MP and 60fps at 2.5MP, as well as a high-speed movie mode which can shoot at 220fps in QVGA image size.
The autofocus system is the same as the FZ45. It is extremely fast and reliable, with very good low light performance, focusing just as quickly in twilight as in full daylight. It has a very bright and well-focused AF assist lamp with a range of about four metres, and focuses with this very quickly even in total darkness.
One cause for concern is battery duration. The FZ100 is a big complex camera with a lot of power-hungry features, and yet it is powered by a relatively puny 895mAh li-ion battery. Panasonic claims 410 shots on a single charge, but I found that the battery meter was down to two out of three bars after only a couple of days taking about 100 shots and a few short video clips, without using the monitor for playback very much.
The main selling point of the FZ series so far has been its excellent image quality, and the FZ100 I'm sure will be no exception, however it does have a couple of flaws. The lens quality is of course excellent, with minimal optical distortion and good corner-to-corner sharpness, but it does seem to be more prone to chromatic aberration at the corners of the frame than the FZ45, odd since they both have the same lens.
The level of detail is extremely high, but again there is a problem. Examining the results closely shows some fairly obvious artefacts caused by a combination of file compression and noise reduction, and this robs JPEG images of much of their potential quality. It is possible to avoid this by shooting only in Raw mode and applying lighter noise reduction, but this is probably a longer and more painstaking process than most users will be prepared to go though.
Other aspects of image quality are more encouraging, Colour rendition is excellent, and dynamic range is also better than expected from a small 14MP 1/2.3-inch sensor. Image noise is not so good though, with some colour mottling even at the lowest 100 ISO setting, and significant loss of detail at 400 ISO.
The Panasonic FZ100 is an impressive camera, with superior build quality, excellent handling, fast performance and a range of features better than almost anything else on the market. If you're looking for an all-purpose camera with high-quality full HD video it's worth considering, but less-than-stellar still image quality and limited battery duration are causes for concern.
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Can't help but think they've missed a trick here: flash hotshoe - tick, 1080i recording - tick, same old sensor and iffy low light performance - fail. I can understand why Canon and Nikon don't want their ultrazooms to impinge on DSLR sales but why the hell doesn't Panasonic add a bigger sensor to provide DSLR-like low light performance - after all it's the same premium pricing.
We understand that using such a small sensor is a must for those superzoom cameras in order to keep the bulk down, but we don't understand why most of the manufacturers insist on packing more & more megapixels on such a small sensor!!! I think 10MP is the acceptable limit for this size of sensor.
Would I be right in saying that with a larger sensor it would have to be physically larger to have the same effective zoom?
Epic: But a bigger sensor would cost more, plus it would also require a larger lens (pushing up the cost even higher) and also increase the size of the camera. I doubt they could get both 24x zoom and DSLR-like low light performance near this price. And aside from the technical difficulties, just as Canon and Nikon don't want to impinge on their dSLR sales, Panasonic don't want the ultrazooms to interfere with sales of their micro-Four Thirds "G" series.
This table shows how a lens is related to the sensor size.
Sensor Size 1/2.3" 1/2" 1/1.8" 1/1.7"
Diagonal (mm) 7.70 8.00 8.94 9.50
Crop factor 5.62 5.41 4.84 4.55
This means that a 100mm lens, for example, renders the equvalent of 562mm on a 1/2.3" sensor while it renders the equivalent of 455mm on a 1/1.7" sensor. In short, you can reach more with the same lens on a smaller sensor.
I just don't get why more manufacturers are not moving over to manual zooming like the HS10.
Watching the video it tooks weeks to zoom in and out not to mention the added power drain and noise.
Unless the image quality is head and shoulders above the HS10 then its manual zoom every time for me.
You can just instantly go from a nice wide angle to a super tight zoom so not to miss a jet screaming across the sky or a bird suddenly appearing, possibly not wearing much :)
I agree with Elie Boujaoude. The sensor size isn't such a big problem, but the amount of pixels is. Both Canon and Panasonic know this, which is evident by the fact that their premium compacts (Canon's S95 and G12, and Panasonic's LX5) all have only 10 Mpix each. And on top of that, they even have bigger sensors (1/1.7" and 1/1.63"), so it's completely unnecessary to have more than 10 Mpix on a camera with a 1/2.3" sensor.
Why Canon and Panasonic aren't limiting their superzooms to 10 Mpix is beyond me. I still don't think that the image quality would be high enough to win over people who want real DSLR image quality. And superzooms are way too big to hurt the real compact high ends (S95 and LX5) as well. So I don't see any downside to giving these superzooms a little higher image quality by limiting them to 10 Mpix. The upside would obviously be happier owners of superzoom cameras.
I own a Canon Powershot S3 IS myself, which I bought almost 4 years ago. And even though it's a great camera, I've wanted to upgrade it for a while now. I thought about getting a Canon SX1 IS, then an SX20 IS, then a Fujifilm HS10, then this Panasonic FZ100 or a Canon SX30 IS. But I'm still sticking with my old S3 IS because I'm disappointed in the image quality of all these other models. I don't think that image quality has improved as much as the other features have. I've started thinking about getting a Panasonic GH1/GH2 in order to get similar features and higher image quality, but I'm not sure I want to pay SO much more money for a camera with a significantly shorter zoom (GH1/GH2 are equivalent to 280mm, while my S3 IS is equivalent to 432mm and the newest superzooms are equivalent to 600-840mm). I'm not saying I need an 840mm equivalent zoom, I'd be happy with what I have right now (432mm). I'm just not sure I want to go all the way down to 280mm, and pay £1k in the process, despite getting much higher image quality.
AAAARRGH!!!! *Frustrated*
I've used a Sony H2, Canon S3, S5 then a Fuji S100, and finally a Panny FZ38. I loved the FZ 38's responsiveness, fast AF, incredible IS... However, I do make large prints,(60X80cm),and its IQ just wasn't in the same league as the others (except for the S5,which was one noisy-sensored camera).It's a wonderful camera, but all the others I had gave me better prints due to lower pixel density and greater photodiode size. People shots in sunlight would show unsightly noise in shadow areas of faces (fill flash notwithstanding), and full-zoom shots would show very digital-looking artifacts (even keeping ISO low and shooting RAW) when seen in large prints.I ended up selling the FZ38 and re-adquiring an S100, which is the best IQ I've found so far in superzooms. Obviously there is a price to be paid...it is a large, heavy, bulky camera limited to 400mm(eq)in zoom range due to its extra-large sensor.
Still, I prefer that to a very-long zoom lightweight camera with an excess of pixel density and so-so IQ.Increasing resolution in the FZ38's descendants was making an already existing problem worse.
Have you not considered a cheap SLR with 18-200 or 28-300 lens?
For years i had a Sony H9 and was pretty pleased with it tbh. The i moved on to a Sony A200 with a 28-300mm Lens. Now looking back at my H9 photos it looks like i took them with a cheap camera-photo in comparision and that SLR set up was by no means 'good'.
I now have a Canon 7D 15-85mm and 70-300mm and yes it takes some amazing photos and 8fps to sweet for HDR but its a small step up from cheap SLR and cheap lens compared to the massive leap from bridge camera to SLR.
As a matter of fact, I was using a D5000 with a 18-200 VRII.
Now I know what I'm about to write may seem strange, but at full zoom and compared side by side (I actually did this repeatedly), the S100's lens/sensor combination gave sharper,more detailed results (up to ISO 400). CA is a poblem at full zoom, but stopping down and/or shooting RAW takes care of that.
Obviously, as light levels fall, IQ from a bridgecam goes down the drain, but my particular long-zoom use is mostly in good light, so that becomes a non-issue. However, what seems to happen is that optical compromises for super-zooms will happen whether manufacturers make them for large or small sensors.
When comparing lenses only, the FZ38 comes out on top (to my eyes, of course;matter of opinion). However, sensor/processing issues make IQ way too inconstant.
One thing I really should emphasize is the fact that none of this really matters if one doesen't print posters, like I do.
You all seem to be professionals, so i hardly dare to ask a (stupid) question. Am I right that the Mpix do matter if you are e.g. in a game park taking pics of wild animals far away? That way you can crop to the size you want. Another question is do you really use a lens that is bigger than 500mm? Is it not so that it becomes increasinly difficult to get enough light? If I look at sample pictures on Flickr they all seem to be at around 500MM. And most of those photo's are close ups of insects etc. My camera (an old Canon Powershot) takes beautiful portrets and close ups but I am very disappointed at landscapes.
Yes, I also can't make up my mind if I need the FZ 45 or the FZ 100. So any help is appreciated.
MP certainly matter for blowups or agressive cropping.However, per-pixel sharpness is also vital.I still use a Finepix F31 which is "limited" to "only" 6MP, but which prints as well as lots of 10MP cams.This happens because when seen full size its images capture as much detail with 6 million large, high-quality photodiodes as some 10MP cams with smaller sensors. When you look at these full-size, they seem fuzzy and indistinct, and have noise even at base ISO which impedes one from printing at large sizes or cropping too much.
So MP do matter, but MP quality matters more.That is usually related to MP density, which is number of megapixels by a certain area (usualy square centimeters)- the less, the better (this is a general guideline, not a rule carved in stone, so beware).
The FZ38 has a noticeably better IQ than the FZ45, which would make cropping more of a possibility in the former, less MP notwithstanding - as a matter of fact, probably BECAUSE of less MP (FZ38: 43MP/Sq.Cm ; FZ45: 50MP/Sq.Cm).
As for actually needing more than 500mm,only you can say what your needs are.I have rarely needed more than that, but it has happened - especially with animals which are none too friendly, like jaguars, or way too wary, ike some birds.If you're really into wildlife, then get as much zoom as you can.
The light-gathering isuue will depend on the lens' maximum aperture at telephoto, not really on its reach.Longer zooms do tend to end up with smaller maximum apertures, but camera models vary widely. The FZ 35 has is max. ap. at 4.4 at maximum zoom, while the FZ 45 is liomited to 5.2. The Fuji HS10, which goes to 720mm(eq), has a max.ap. of 5.6, while Canon's SX30 with its monster zoom of 840mm(eq) is limited to 5.8.
In the end, it's all about checks and balances (or swings and roundabouts). Basically you have to asses your needs and find something which will cover most of them.Covering all would be great, but difficult and costly.
Keep foremost on your mind exactly how large you intend to print/crop, and whether you intend to post-process or not. That will set the bar for what compromises are acceptable or not in a camera.
PS, there is no such thing as a stupid question.Any professional who actually thinks he/she knows a lot and need not ask questions any more is the one being stupid. All of us are in constant learning, and that's one of the fun things about photography! Enjoy!
Not sure if you are allowed to put links in or not but i took this with my HS10, it does make me wonder why most of the time a carry around a massive heavy SLR with a bunch of lenses!
I pondered for a long time...my wife has a Canon Powershot A650IS, my son has Panasonic FZ38, both take superb pictures with ultra fast focus..finally I acquired an FZ100, ...so far it's taken really superb pictures, that long zoom from 25mm-600mm and beyond give great flexibility...amazing wide angle and super telephoto...esp. for sport shots and wildlife but also for every day and holiday shots. It has a stunning macro and encourages you to be more creative with your shots. Shots are bright and clear, colour and definition are top notch, it has full manual control.. you can select your own colour and resolution preferances.... ...I just took 700 shots of a National Championship Yacht Race and the results are as good as with a mid range DSLR. The battery is still going strong after two weeks of continuous shooting and is very quick to recharge..the FZ100 is great to handle, feels like a DSLR but SO much lighter. The flexible rotating LCD screen is extremely useful, and its much improved over previous models, it's the only LCD I have been able to use in very bright sunlight, it has adjustable brightness levels. The sensor, in camera processing and the EVF are also much improved, indeed the EVF is improved over the FZ38 despite apparently having the same spec, the EVF is now very bright and clear and totally useful in all light conditions...the price came down from £449 as tested here to £353 or less so pushing the test value rating up, where else can you get so much quality and flexibility in one camera.. it's one of the very best. If you have a need for a camera to use in very low light or for big poster prints then buy a very goood DSLR,starting with a Pentax KX... which takes std K mount lenses...if you don't need all that zoom, opt for the Samsung NX10, it has a full size sensor in a small interchangeable lens camera with an amazing AMOLED 3" screen and a 1.4MP EVF viewfinder, and the results are as good as a top end DSLR and at least as good as the Panasonic G1/G2 but a lot better value, otherwise the panasonic FZ100 will not dissapoint.
For a superzoom, I don't mind a slightly bigger body (even at the size of entry level DSLR) but if it has a bigger sensor size like those in Panasonic LX3 (is it 1/1.7"?) which theoretically will give better image quality, then why not?
Talking about size, the new Sony NEX-5 is using the big DSLR APS-C sensor in such a small body - so why can't Panasonic and other maker of this bridge/superzoom camera start using this 1/1.7" and make it as a standard - in a way it will then defined itself accordingly and it will be slightly different from the normal compact camera with standard 4x to 6x zoom.
Oh yeah, they don't want the bridge/superzoom camera to steal the market share from their mirror-less camera division - the Micro 4/3 and the rest of them.
By the way, Fujifilm did made the S100FS with the 1/1.7" sensor and from what I heard it is indeed a rare species of an excellent bridge/superzoom camera but no longer available now.
Bigger Mega Pixels of more than 10MP is not really needed and rather useless for majority of the amateur consumer. I believe 10MP is already good enough. The problem is, the marketing people from the camera maker always want to create an illusion to their new products - marketing verbs like "more powerful and more mega pixels" is just an gimmick really.
Nowadays, majority of the so call "normal consumer" who bought simple P&S digicam or this bridge digicam don't even print their photos - some still do, but not many I guess. They snapped 100 to 200 photos where it will eventually end up in Facebook or online album like Picasa, Flickr, Photobucket and so on for them to share with their friends and family.
So the question to Panasonic and all the other camera makers - is it necessary for them to increase more MP and on that small 1/2.3" sensor?
I wonder why the LX5 and Canon G11 only have 10MP? Sure we can guess the answer right?
Will this means that next year all these bridge/superzoom camera will end up with 15MP to 18MP and still with the "not so great" same image quality that we have today?
I am user of Fujifilm HS10 by the way....
An interesting debate on resolution.
I wonder how many people using digital cameras actually make large size prints? Most people will just view their pictures on a computer screen or television with a likely maximum resolution of 1920 x 1080 which is just over 2 mega-pixel. It can be useful to take picture with slightly greater resolution because this gives the opportunity to straighten and crop the photo but in my opinion 14mp or even 10mp just captures a lot of detail that is thrown away. This extra detail is often with poor quality, especially at low light levels and generates large files which take longer to save, fill up memory cards and take longer to email or upload.
Am I missing something somewhere?
For us non-professionals, a high quality 4 to 6 mega-pixel sensor with low compression is surely going to provide the best quality pictures for viewing electronically.
I like this camera because it has a HUGE zoom (50.6x Extra optical Zoom with 3 Megapixel quality) and POWER O.I.S is very stable to support its huge zoom.
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It is a pleasure to finally find comments from experts who have actually used various generations of this equipment, apparently in a professional capacity, and understand the technical aspects of the hardware. I confess technical ignorance but am slowly learning and have picked up a few points from your discourse.
Being retired, my wife and I are now able to travel which is where 90% of our photography takes place on the run. Thus, portability is important to us as we are not interested in carrying around a bag full of lenses, etc. A superzoom seems to be the answer except for all the flags I see raised regarding image quality. Image quality is important to us because we often present local travelogues of our trips using digital projectors on large wall screens.
My first digital camera was a 4MP Sony Mavica with 3X optical zoom. It actually recorded on a mini CD. Its many limitations are obvious by today's standards but it was a good introduction to the world of digital photography. Eventually, I graduated to a Canon Power Shot S5IS (8MP, 12X optical zoom). I have been reasonably satisfied with the overall performance of that cameraeven though I don't know the performance difference between various sensors or why lower MP in some cameras produces better image quality than some cameras with higher MP.
The concern is because my wife is ready to give up her digital point & shoot (she is a former SLR user) for a decent superzoom. She simply wants the best image quality and more zoom without having to go to a DSLR. She may not need 24X (we seldom use a tripod) but will go for it if there is no sacrifice in IQ. Does anyone have a recommendation?
@Dave R
IQ considerations will depend on what lighting you expect to shoot in, how large you intend to print, and whether you intend to shoot RAW/post-process your jpegs or use out-of-camera jpegs.
For good lighting and modest printing/viewing sizes, the FZ-100 will do fine. It gives you nice colors and vivid pictures, has an amazingly fast AF and IS, and is ridiculously lightweight (when compared to the stuff I lug around, at least).
If your interest is stills and not HD, the FZ 45 has a significantly better IQ (and is cheaper to boot, albeit without the tilting screen).
However, the S200 (Fuji) might still be found out there,and despite less zoom (14X) and greater weight, it wipes the floor with the Pannys (and Canon superzooms) when it comes to image quality, especially at higher ISO's.
As for Olympus,Nikon, and others in the superzoom fray...I wouldn't touch them with a ten-foot pole,unless no other option were available.
One thing to keep in mind is that Pannys,Canons and Fujis generally get the basics right (focus,color and metering), so small size images are ok in most of their superzoom models (emphasis on "most".Check out sample pics before you commit.).
Lastly, I believe in hands-on tryouts. No matter how great the images, if a camera is a pain for you to handle (and everyone is unique in this), it will sit idle until it is auctioned off.
Hope to have helped!
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Posted by Jennifer Belissent on April 16, 2010
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Last December I wrote about Building B2B Technology Markets, looking at how to penetrate a market with almost none of the traditional characteristics of a mature technology market? As technology vendors increasingly look to emerging markets as a significant opportunity and source of growth, this question becomes more pressing. The report explored some of the elements of Cisco's Country Transformation initiatives in order to identify steps in the process of building market infrastructure:
For example, the report looked at partnering with governments to encourage market-friendly policies and investment in the necessary technology infrastructure to support market development and overall economic growth. And, from a sales perspective, trade associations provided an alternative channel to reach small and medium businesses in markets where distributors and resellers weren't available.
But, another element critical to successful market development is the ecosystem of partners developing solutions specific to the particular market, or even just contributing local innovation for new approaches to broader global issues. Building B2B Technology Markets discussed finding local organizations to act as partners in the market, and even investing in educational initiatives, but missed the next step of how to help create these new local ecosystem partners.
IBM recently announced their Global Entrepreneurship Program which goes a long way toward facilitating the development of local networks of innovation, and potential technology and business partners. The program is only 2-weeks old but shows great promise in reaching out to local talent, and channeling it – in this case, toward a "smarter planet." According to Mike Riegel, VP of Marketing for IBM's ISV and Developer Relations team, over 200 companies have applied in the past two weeks – and thousands more have gone to the website to check out the program. The program offers private companies, less than three-years old:
- Access to free software on-premise for development and testing, or in the "cloud" through Amazon Web Services (cloud access comes with production licenses as well)
- Access to technical support from Project Resource Managers
- Mentoring, networking and educational opportunities through SmartCamp events, IBM Innovation Centers, and access to other industry expertise.
The program "comes to life" through the SmartCamp events, which are exclusive networking and mentoring events aimed at identifying early stage entrepreneurs. The first phase of the program includes SmartCamps held mostly in mature markets, except for India. But, the second phase expands the SmartCamps to more emerging markets with China, Brazil and Malaysia on the short list.
As part of the program, IBM works with local venture capital and entrepreneur organizations such as The Indus Entrepreneur (TiE) and Indian Angel Network in India, Endeavor and ABV Cap – venture capital organizations— in Brazil, and Zero-to-IPO – a network of VCs and entrepreneurs—and Asian Venture Capital Journal in China. IBM holds annual symposiums with these partners to facilitate ecosystem building.
While it does specifically channel these entrepreneurs toward IBM and "smarter planet" solutions, it also provides a channel to them to help kick-start their entry into the market, whether that market be local, regional or eventually global. The program helps develop local ecosystems of partners for IBM but also brings that local innovation to the broader global market.
I'd love to hear from anyone participating in the program, or planning on it.
More on IBM in China and Brazil
Comment from null on Mon, 04/19/2010 - 11:49
Jennifer, IBM has more to offer such as this in China and Brazil:
Examples of startups we have worked with in China
Gobi-backed CSDN. CSDN is collaborating with IBM across the board to develop the software development community in China, and as it expands horizontally, China's overall IT community. This is a classic ecosystem example and demonstrates that IBM is much more than just "a participating IT vendor." While CSDN brings its core competence of developing communities in China, IBM contributes key credible content, multi-disciplinary expertise, and worldwide linkages, such as an IBM technical expert group or a network of developers, and we have opened our top-ranked developerWorks environment to China through CSDN, and all qualified CSDN users can access this network.
DMG. This was a small company, funded by Gobi. They are now the largest digital media network operator for subway systems in China. They saw the opportunity early on, initially focusing on the subway segment because it offers superior demographics and huge growth opportunities. As the subway system continues to grow in China, DMG will continue to attract blue-chip advertisers. This is an impressive example, and one that shows how IBM's Venture Capital Group works with our VC partner (in this case, Gobi) and brought them into the IBM ecosystem. It's thrilling to watch how they've grown their footprint and impact in China.
Hoplon Infotainment: IBM Partner Hoplon Infotainment develops middleware platforms that support thousands of online users simultaneously in commericial applications such as online entertainment like MMOG (Massively Multi-Player Online Games) as well as corporate applications such as complex simulations.
Hoplon Infotainment's main business lines stand for the development of middleware and the implementation of cutting-edge information systems that support thousands of users simultaneously – in commercial and corporate applications, online entertainment and complex simulation.
Hoplon Infotainment, a Brazilian-based start-up and IBM partner, benefited from working with the IBM Venture Capital Group over the past year. The company develops large-scale online games, complex simulations, and other advanced information systems for both entertainment and corporate use based on IBM System z and Linux technologies.
"Partnering with IBM gave us credibility and a range of skills and business expertise that can't be matched," said Tarquinio "Tarq" Teles, the founder and CEO of Hoplon. "Access to the global reach, research, and sales and marketing expertise that comes from working with IBM, and the ability to get in front of the right venture capital firm are key to our company plans of raising new investments once we successfully take our product global."
Thanks for the details, Jon.
Comment from null on Mon, 04/19/2010 - 13:11
Thanks for the details, John. I look forward to updates about IBM's ecosystems of partners in Brazil and China are growing through the Global Entrepreneur program.
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Hi Thibault, I think letterpress is really difficult, as you need to create a metal die for each design. I suppose it could be done for a Moo template design but not for a bespoke one. Letterpress is not an effect but is actually a stamping process (embossing, debossing and foil blocking). You can always find printers specialised in print finish processes for that!
excellent! you made it. i was waiting for a paper like this. it looks fantastic. great vid tho
Got some bespoke ones already
Three different paper triplex lamination: 1050gsm cotton smooth paper with foil blocking finish print process. Don't have the luxury box thought!
Such class! When my order arrives I shall dress up in my finery and prepare my worktop with the best linen tablecloth to receive them!
I OVE LETTERPRESS! as an etsy shop owner this is exactly what ive been looking for for a more boutique professional feel to my brand thank you so excited to try this!
i been waiting for this… Such class and i am ordering some as soon a i get the cash… man that gonna bring my graphic design look up a 10 points
I can't wait till more colors come out!!
Love em. Do they come with rounded corners?
thanku moo for giving me such wonderful cards..
This Luxe product line looks awesome, this is a great concept. I'm planning a revamping of my Omnireso website that could match a redesign of my business cards as well. Mmmm…
These look awesome! Would love to see the Luxe line available for postcards and other sizes (3×5, 5×7, etc)… Any plans for that?
Hello Mia,
While there are no immediate plans for more Luxe products, we certainly haven't ruled it out either. We're very interested to see how well Postcards will work with the Luxe paper too.
As always, if enough people ask, we'll certainly explore the opportunity.
Product Manager, Physical Products @ MOO
We love the idea so much we blogged about them! http://www.adapt.co/blog/2012/02/01/seduced-by-a-business-card/ And tweeted the blog etc. Excellent marketing!!
I too would like to see more luxe products. Like the post card or even just a branded post card sized paper for me to hand write a thank you note on! I'm super excited to get my cards.
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Teeth in a Day – No More Dentures
Major advances in dental implant technology means we can provide fully fixed teeth in a day with just a single visit for almost anyone. Even if you have been previously told you do not have enough bone to support dental implants, we offer the ultimate in modern technology.
- Have you struggled for years with a loose or uncomfortable denture?
- Are you worried and are hanging onto wobbly, loose teeth because you want to avoid having to wear dentures?
Now we have the answer: With Teeth in a Day you can arrive at the clinic, with your denture or missing teeth, and leave that evening with a confident new smile, a full set of your very own fixed teeth!
How Teeth in a Day works
You arrive at Seapoint Clinic first thing in the morning on the day. Any problem teeth are removed and specialised dental implants are gently placed. Our in-house dental laboratory will then make your new teeth while you relax. Later in the afternoon, your new teeth are fitted securely in place. You can enjoy dinner that same evening with new, fixed, solid teeth.
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Is Teeth in a Day for me?
The best way to find the answer to that question is to have a free consultation with one of our Patient Coordinators. By taking an X-Ray, speaking to you and asking you a few questions, we can find out if this is the right choice. There are always options and choices for you. Modern dentistry can achieve almost anything for people, the solution is to get informed.
Are you unhappy, self-conscious or even embarrassed about your smile?
Many adults spend their entire lives covering their mouths when they laugh, smile or talk and going about their everyday lives. They feel stuck because they do not want to wear dentures or they are concerned that other procedures could be too invasive or too expensive. Now, there is an effective, safe and modern solution that fits your lifestyle and your busy schedule, allowing you to enjoy your personal time and lead an active, healthy life!
A revolutionary combination of proven dental techniques, strong modern materials, and innovative thinking – Teeth in a Day allows our team to gently place the dental implants, and create your beautiful new smile and fully fixed teeth.
Make the move towards improving your smile, your confidence and the rest of your life…
The Procedure, what will it involve?
- CT Scanning & Planning Software
- Implant Placement
- Fit Final Bridge
Once we have established that you are a suitable candidate for the procedure, you will undergo a CT scan so we can assess the quality of your bone. If we identify any badly decayed or very loose teeth, we will devise a plan to make your whole mouth healthy as part of the process.
The procedure of placing Teeth in a Day dental implants is entirely comfortable. We use the best and strongest combinations of topical anesthetic and freezing agents. We absolutely guarantee that you will feel next to nothing. It takes about 90 minutes in all. After this, a process known as osseointegration will occur, and your implants will eventually fuse with your body, like your natural tooth does, providing the maximum possible strength and stability.
What do Teeth in a Day implants cost?
If you would like to know more about the procedure or wish to enquire about tax rebates or how to make the most of your health insurance plan, get in touch with our lovely reception team and we'll do our best to answer any questions.
Call 01-2842570 now or email firstname.lastname@example.com for further information.
Our Patient Coordinators are on hand to answer any questions or queries you may have and to walk you through your whole Teeth in a Day procedure.
What is Teeth in a Day?
Teeth in a Day is an amazing procedure that allows you to come in with a denture or failing teeth and leave the same day with a new set of fixed-in teeth.
Traditionally with implants, we have to wait 6 -12 weeks to allow healing, before making teeth for you. This meant wearing an uncomfortable denture during this time, which some people find a horrible thought. With Teeth in a Day, there is no need for a denture, no need for adhesives or long healing times. You can come in and leave the same day with solid fixed-in teeth.
How can this all be done in one day?
At Seapoint Clinic, we have a full team of highly-skilled and experienced dentists, dental technicians, the latest technology in 3D CT scanning and a fully equipped laboratory on-site. The team all work together to ensure it can all be done in one day.
Many other dentists have to work with technicians based off-site, and sometimes in other countries, so difficulties in communication or in delivery can arise. We have everyone you need in one place so there can be no communication problems or delays.
Want to look and feel younger? Celebrating an important anniversary or wedding and want to regain your confident smile?
Seapoint Clinic has the answer with Teeth in a Day. If you have an important event coming up let us know and we will always try to accommodate your needs.
Have you been told that you will lose your teeth?
Teeth in a Day will allow you to replace the loose teeth with fixed teeth in just one day. No need to wear dentures.
Are you unhappy and uncomfortable wearing a denture?
Most people find wearing dentures an uncomfortable experience. With Teeth in a Day you will have fully fixed teeth. They will not move around causing sore gums or embarrassment. You will never need to take them out.
James, Westmeath - Dental Implants
"When my golf buddies are munching on their banana sandwiches, I'm tucking into a T-bone steak. I've told them all to come to Seapoint Clinic."
"Initially I was worried it would look a little bit fake, or that it would be painful, but the whole process has been so simple and there was no pain involved."
"I was very happy with my dentist, David, he was a gentleman the whole way through."
"I come back every four months to see the hygienist…and everything is great at the moment. I've had quite a good experience at the Seapoint Clinic."
Mary, Westmeath - Dental Implants
"The day I went home and kissed my husband denture free was the best day of my life. Thank you Seapoint."
"At Seapoint Clinic, there's no pain at all. I nearly fall asleep when I'm being treated."
Pauline, Dublin - Dental Implants
"Being able to get up in a morning and brush my teeth while they're still in my mouth is amazing. I go everywhere smiling."
Mary, Dublin - Dental Implants
"I felt so comfortable through the whole process and really at ease. I'm so happy with the final outcome too."
"I've had (my implants) a year now, and they are so much more comfortable than when I had dentures."
"I enjoyed having my photo taken at my son's wedding as my confidence has soared since the treatment. I'd be delighted if my experience helped someone take the first step."
"I visited different practices and I felt that this clinic was the best for me, that's why I came to Seapoint."
"I left with so much confidence…I have never left feeling anything less than amazing. I wish I had found out about Seapoint Clinic sooner; I would have saved myself a lot of pain and a lot of money."
How Does it work?
With our Teeth in a Day, you come into the clinic in the morning. You are given some sedation to help you relax and remain completely comfortable. Dental implants are placed and impressions are taken for our in-house laboratory to make your new teeth. You leave that same afternoon with a brand new set of fixed-in, beautiful teeth with no palate and no denture. You will then be seen for some review appointments over the next few months. A final set of teeth will be made after about six months, once you are happy with the aesthetics of your new teeth.
What's the next step for me?
To find out more and to see how this kind of procedure will benefit your life, call our team now for your Teeth in a Day consultation. You will meet the dental implant team who will be working with you for your time with us at Seapoint Clinic. Our experts will ask you a range of questions about your personal expectations. They will take X-Rays and will discuss your options and proposed treatment in detail. If you have a big future date in mind, that is important for you, we will always try and meet your expectations. You can be rest assured that you are in safe hands at Seapoint Clinic.
How will my new teeth look?
This decision is entirely in your hands. You have complete control over your new teeth and can change the teeth to fit your particular needs and wants. We even encourage people to bring in old photos of themselves. We can copy the original character of your smile into your brand new teeth. The results are therefore completely natural and suited to your natural smile.
How will my new teeth feel?
It takes a few days to get used to something completely new in your mouth, but usually after a few days, they feel just like your own. If you have worn a denture for a long time, the change can be amazing, as there is no palate covered and you can taste food and chew properly again.
Who is suitable for teeth in a day?
If you are in good health and have lost, or are about to lose all of your teeth in a jaw, you will often be a candidate for Teeth in a Day. Even if you have previously been told that are unsuitable for dental implants, modern technology allows us to provide solutions for virtually everyone.
Who is not suitable for teeth in a day?
Age itself is not a barrier for treatment and we have successfully placed implants for people of all ages. If you've been told that you have no bone, don't worry – there are always solutions. At Seapoint, we believe that nobody has to suffer with an uncomfortable mouth.
What New Technology is involved in Teeth in a Day?
At Seapoint Clinic, we have invested heavily in the latest dental technology including a cone beam CT scanner, 3D oral planning software and Cerec 3D. This allows us to plan your case in great detail, and to see exactly where your bone is, and to examine its quality and strength. We also have a full dental laboratory with technicians who have received detailed training in Teeth in a Day.
This puts us in a unique position. Most other dental practices would need to send you elsewhere for scans and need to send out impressions to external laboratories. This adds extra waiting time to your new smile and means you will have to wear a denture for a prolonged period of time.
I was told before my bone isn't 'good enough for' implants. Can you help?
Dental technology is continuously advancing, and with our cone beam CT scanner, we can check exactly what bone you have left in 3D. It is extremely rare that we cannot place implants for someone who is missing teeth even if they were previously told they could not have implants.
Is the procedure painful?
The procedure is entirely comfortable, from start to finish. When you arrive at the clinic, our friendly team will make sure you are relaxed and worry-free for the duration of your time with us. We use an effective sedative to ensure you are relaxed and so you don't feel any discomfort. The implants are gently placed and this unique procedure allows us carry out the entire process in one day, meaning less down-time and you.
How much does it cost?
On the day of your consultation, you will be given a full, printed and fully costed treatment plan. This procedure is tax deductible and some cases may be partially covered by your health insurance. If you would like to know more about the procedure or wish to enquire about finance options, get in touch with our lovely reception team and we'll do our best to answer any questions. Click here for our latest pricing options.
What's the next step for me?
Call us and come in for a consultation where you will find out more about the procedure and to see how this kind of procedure will benefit your life, call our team now for your Teeth in a Day consultation.
Take your first confident steps to a full smile today
At Seapoint Clinic we make sure that our patients have all the available information on hand to help them make the choice to regain that beautiful smile. If you would like further information or to book an appointment, please contact us. Our team look forward to hearing from you.


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12VDC power supply
Dear all,
I have diy a 12VDC power supply using a 220V to 15V AC transformer. but the measured DC ouput is 19V dc.
Is there any simple way to correct the voltage to 12VDC?
Check for LM317/LT108x for adjustable solution, or LM7812/LT108x-12 for fixed, 12V version. If you plan to use heavy loads, you probably would want to remove some windings, because linear regulators waste unneeded voltage in heat, but for low current applications small heatsink will do the trick.
Why don´t to try a switching regulator as ST´s L497x series? They come up to 10amp. output currents.
#1, How much current do you need to get out of it?
With what load current did you measure the output voltage? And what was the AC Mains voltage at the time?
If the load current is to be variable while the voltage needs to stay at about 12 Volts, then a three-terminal regulator might be a good choice, or, a switchmode regulator.
You first need to figure out what the likely range of transformer output voltages would be, with the minimum and maximum likely AC Mains voltage, transformer regulation, and the minimum and maximum load current.
You can calculate the required minimum smoothing capacitance, based on the worst-case combination of the transformer output voltage and load current ranges, to make sure that the bottom of the ripple voltage waveform Never causes the regulator's input minus output voltage to get too close to the regulator's specified dropout voltage (otherwise the output voltage gets really ugly). i.e. Calculate how much smoothing capacitance is required to ensure that the ripple voltage waveform, before the regulator, can never dip down too near to a voltage equal to the regulator's output voltage plus its dropout voltage spec.
All of the basic equations and concepts that you need are at the following link:
Unregulated Power Supply Design
Dear All,
I need at least 2A.
I measured the DC voltage directly at the output terminal without any load.
The input voltage was 220V at that time-stepped down to 15V via a toriodal transformer.
There is already a voltage regulator circuit in situ but the DC voltage was 19V instead of 12V. Is there any simple way to step down the voltage without rebuilding the whole circuit? Can I add resistors across the output terminals to bring down the voltage?
Try L4974, it is easy to make it work, and very reliable. I had used lots of them, and in some crazy ways...
manner, what kind of regulator there is? If there is some DC regulator already, probably you can adjust voltage by simply changing a few resistors. For a common 3 leg reg you could even parallel one resistor to get desired output voltage.
You just need to put a load on the output. 78 series regulators can show strange behaviour when they have no load.
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JMP Corp., an impeller/impeller pump manufacturer based in South Korea, is expanding to the U.S. marketplace.
The company has opened a U.S. branch, JMP Marine, which will be known as JMPUSA and is headquartered in Miami.
"Establishing this branch will increase our sales growth, help us fulfill orders even more quickly, and build a local presence to fortify U.S. business relationships while setting up distributorships," said Fred Leidecker, JMPUSA market development director, in a statement. "We'll be as successful here as we've been in other parts of the world.


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Phone MPES on 1300 366 776. Usually you can arrange instalment payments over the telephone.
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In some cases, you may be eligible for your penalty to be converted to a Monetary Penalties Community Service Order.


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By Craig Campbell, Dundas Star News

Parking rates in Dundas off-street lots are jumping to 75 cents an hour this week.

Ted Arnold, City of Hamilton manager of parking operations and maintenance, said the 15 cent an hour increase is being implemented only in Dundas, effective Friday, Jan. 10.

"We periodically increase the rates as a matter of inflation," Arnold said. "We were due for an increase in Dundas. In recent memory…I can't tell you the last time they were increased."

The jump to 75 cents an hour, from the previous 60 cents an hour, to park in six of Dundas' eight off-street lots puts Dundas above some areas of the city, but still lower than others. The new rate is less than most downtown Hamilton lots – except Car Park 49 at Barton and Caroline, which costs 50 cents an hour.

But there are 18 municipal lots in East Hamilton that cost 55 cents or 50 cents an hour, and two of the four Mountain municipal lots are 50 cents an hour. The other two Mountain lots are at the 75 cent rate.

There are no paid municipal parking lots in Ancaster, Stoney Creek or Waterdown.

Street parking meters in all areas of the city cost $1 an hour and will remain at that rate.

Stickers announcing the rate increase were attached to ticket dispensing machines in the Dundas parking lots late last week.

Two smaller Dundas parking lots with individually metered parking spaces will continue to charge the current street meter rate of $1 an hour.

Arnold said city council approval was not required for the rate increase, because the Hamilton Municipal Parking Authority has delegated authority to increase its parking rates as necessary. He said the department speaks to local area councillors before implementing a parking rate increase.

"We certainly spoke to councillor Powers before doing this," Arnold said.

Powers was on vacation last week and unavailable for comment by deadline.

"As we review our operations, we adapt our rates accordingly," Arnold said, adding hourly rates in busier municipal parking lots are higher than rates in less used lots.

In 2008, the City of Hamilton reviewed its parking fees, fines and considered a variety of possible ways to enhance revenues.

A consultant completed an in-depth review of Hamilton's municipal parking program six years ago and recommended that parking rates across the city be increased – and consolidated in to fewer categories.

The consultant specifically recommended that all municipal parking lots then charging 50 or 55 cents an hour should be increased to 75 cents an hour.

Since the report, this week's increase in Dundas is the first one to follow the recommendation.

Those rate increases, the consultant recommended, should only take place if the resulting revenues would be spent on maintaining existing parking facilities and building new parking.

"Secondly, the rate increases should be subject to some of the parking revenues being allocated for other improvements in the area where the additional parking revenues will be generated," the consultant's 2008 report states. "It would be up to the Business Improvement Associations and other representatives in these areas to determine how these additional revenues would be reinvested to address the needs of these areas."

The consultant report suggested its recommendations for rate increases for all areas of the city at the same time were an approach that worked towards "harmonization for the amalgamated city, while being cognizant of local differences and needs."

In 2011, the City of Hamilton hiked monthly parking rates in Dundas lots by $12 to $35 a month.

At the time, Arnold told the Dundas Star News: "We haven't had an increase in Dundas since amalgamation," Arnold said. "It's time to do it to keep ourselves in the black."


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"There is a wisdom of the head, and… a wisdom of the heart." – Charles Dickens
There is a natural human tendency to operate from a place of pure reason and pure emotion. When we are viewing the world through either lens, we miss out on the big picture. It can feel cold and lifeless to view events and relationships with nothing but logic and rational thought. Conversely, it can feel chaotic and disorganized to view our lives from the perspective of pure emotion. In order to live the most effective and balanced lives possible, it is advantageous to learn how to integrate reason with emotion. This integration is "wise mind."
Reasonable Mind
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), presents three basic states of mind: reasonable mind, emotion mind, and wise mind. When operating from reasonable mind, we view the world rationally and pay attention to observable facts and phenomenon. You may notice that you are in reasonable mind if you feel somewhat detached from the situation and find yourself noticing the facts and planning future behavior based solely on observable knowledge.
Emotion Mind
When you are in emotion mind, you may experience an intense subjective state wherein logical thinking becomes difficult or cloudy. You may notice the facts, but find yourself distorting them or amplifying them based on your current emotional state. In emotion mind, it is difficult to remain objective and you may engage in behaviors that are solely driven by your subjective perceptions and internal emotional state.
Wise Mind
Wise mind is the balance between reasonable mind and emotion mind… it is the "middle way." The core sense of wise mind involves a deep sense of intuitive knowing. In this sense, intuition goes beyond reason and what is perceived by the senses (Deikman, 1982). This deep-seated intuition comes from an integration of "direct experience, immediate cognition, and the grasping of the meaning, significance, or truth of an event without relying on intellectual analysis" (Linehan, 1993, p. 214).
People experience wise mind in different ways. For some, it is that still, small voice within that knows what is best. You may not always listen to that voice, but it quietly persists in its truth and wisdom. For others, wise mind is experienced as a "gut feeling" of what is the best course of action to take. We all have the capacity to access wise mind and harness its pure and loving wisdom. When acting with wise mind, you are taking effective action and doing what is in your best interest. You may not always want to do what wise mind knows is best, but listening to wise mind is part of making the choice to lead a life of meaning and contentment.
As with any new skill, getting into a state of wise mind requires practice. The idea of learning how to act from wise mind is that with enough practice, it will become natural. DBT does not suggest that one needs to live a life of struggle and lifelong painful practicing of skills. Once you practice new skills consistently and persistently, they become second nature. Recall that there was once a time when you didn't know how to drive a car. At this stage in your life, when you get into your car you are no longer thinking of each individual movement to make… it comes naturally. So it is with learning to act from wise mind.
Wise Mind Exercises
This week I attended a DBT mindfulness training, led by the founder of DBT, Dr. Marsha Linehan. She discussed multiple strategies that she uses with her own clients to help them act from wise mind. Consider which of the following wise mind practices you are willing to integrate into your own routine.
(1) Focus on Your Breath
Take a moment to settle yourself into a comfortable meditative position. Breathe in and out, drawing your conscious attention to your breath as it fills and leaves your lungs. Allow your attention to shift towards your center, settling yourself into the bottom of each breath. Now focus your mindful awareness towards the center of your forehead (your third eye) as you settle into the top of each breath. Notice how you can consciously control your attention as you focus on the top and bottom of each breath.
(2) Drop Into the Pauses
As you engage in mindful breathing, allowing yourself to notice the "pause" after each inhalation and each exhalation. This pause is much like the still space that exists when leaping between trapeze bars. Notice the stillness within each pause. Allow yourself to find awareness in the pauses at the top and bottom of each breath. Settle in to each pause and find stillness within.
(3) Stone Flake on a Lake
To engage in this visualization exercise, imagine that you are seated next to a crystal clear lake on a beautiful sunny day. Imagine that you are a small flake of stone, chipped from a much larger rock, that someone has gently thrown out into the center of the lake. You are gently floating there on the placid surface of the still water. Now you begin to gently and slowly float downward in the cool water toward the smooth, sandy bottom of the lake. Notice the look and feel of the water as you gently float to the bottom. Notice the feel of the smooth sand as you lightly rest upon it. Become aware of the peace and serenity at the bottom of the lake. This deep stillness and serenity is the calm center of yourself. Allow your attention to settle into this calm centered place within.
(4) Breathe "Wise" In, Breathe "Mind" Out
This exercise is particularly helpful if you feel stuck in emotion mind and are feeling overwhelmed. In these moments, it may be difficult to focus your attention on a longer visualization exercise. At times like this, simply notice that you are feeling intense emotions and begin to direct your focus toward your breath. As you pull the air into your lungs, say the word "wise" in your mind. As the air leaves your lungs, say the word "mind" to yourself. The idea is to focus your attention entirely on these words as you breathe in and out to begin to settle yourself back into a place of calmness and wisdom.
(5) Is this "Wise Mind?"
Many of us often know that we are doing or saying something that is not in our best interest, but for some reason we do it anyway. This can happen for a wide variety of reasons, such as directing passive aggression toward the self or choosing self-sabotaging behavior. If you find yourself experiencing even the slightest sense that you are about to do or are doing something that you will later regret, notice this and pause. As you pause, take a slow breath in and ask yourself, "Is this (action, thought, etc.) wise mind?" Listen for the answer… don't tell yourself the answer. Allow it to arise naturally within. Pause, breathe, and notice what answer presents itself to you. Now, it is up to you whether or not to do what wise mind knows is best.
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Linehan, M.M. (1993). Cognitive-behavioral treatment of borderline personality disorder. New York, NY: The Guilford Press.
Linehan, M. (October 17-18, 2011). Mindfulness, willingness, and radical acceptance in psychotherapy. Denver, CO: Behavior Tech, LLC.
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The Baby Shower
By: Eve Bunting / Illustrated by: Judy Love
Twins are a double blessing.
Brindle Cow is having a baby! All the delightful characters from Eve Bunting's The Wedding are back to celebrate the happy event, along with some adorable new characters. Don't miss the exuberant—and numerous—baby rabbits.
Judy Love's illustrations are packed with humorous details as the group of devoted friends show off their gifts and travel to Brindle Cow's baby shower. But when the friends arrive to greet the new baby—surprise! surprise!—it's twins.
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Author & Illustrator Bios:Eve Bunting, author
Eve Bunting has written more than two hundred books for young readers, including The Baby Shower, The Wedding, and Smoky Night, the winner of the 1995 Caldecott Medal. Born in Ireland, she now lives in California.
Read more about Eve Bunting.
Judy Love, illustrator
Judy Love is a graduate of Rhode Island School of Design and has illustrated numerous children's books, including First Day Jitters and Last Day Blues by Julie Danneberg.
Read more about Judy.
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Editorial Reviews:
Kutztown University Spring 2008 Book Review
Ms. Brindle Cow is having a baby. A happy bird spreads the news and soon Brindle's friends are on their way to the shower with cakes, booties and a song for the little one or ones as Brindle has twin calves. A rhyming story with wonderfully humorous illustrations by Judy Love. The bunnies are reading Peter Rabbit and Mrs. Pig is reading The Three Little Pigs to the piglets. The expressions on the animal's faces are worth the price of the book. –Carol Ann Gearhart, Professor Emerita, Kutztown University
School Library Journal
The animal characters from Bunting's The Wedding (Charlesbridge, 2003) celebrate a new arrival in this rhyming picture book. When friends of Ms. Brindle Cow and Mr. Bull learn that the pair is expecting a baby, they set off to share in the joyous occasion. Each one brings a gift for the infant along with well wishes for the parents-to-be. The predictably happy ending has a slight twist as the couple welcomes twins. Children will enjoy the rhyming couplets: "The moon and stars lit up the sky./Fireflies came dancing by./They kept repeating to each other,/'Brindle's going to be a mother!'" Love's illustrations, done in transparent inks on Arches watercolor paper, are a charming complement to the gently plotted story. Sharp-eyed readers will notice touches of humor, including a couple of the creatures reading books that connect to their particular species. While not an essential purchase, libraries that own the earlier title will want to consider this one. —Maura Bresnahan, High Plain Elementary School, Andover, MA
Wee Ones Magazine
Baby Shower is a lovely story about Mrs. Brindle Cow who is about to have a baby! A little bird spreads the news and soon all the animals nearby rush to greet the new baby. This sweet book is perfect for children who will soon have a sibling in the family. It's a wonderful way to celebrate birth, family and friends. Easy to read rhyme and colorful illustrations make this a story children will want to read over and over!
Yellow Brick Road
Charming verse and animal characters make Brindle's friends welcom for the new brindle calves May and Mike a delightful sequel to The Wedding.
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Registering a Provider
Last modified: July 09, 2010
Applies to: Office 2007 | Outlook 2010 | SharePoint Server 2010
This topic describes the Windows registry locations that are used when you install a Microsoft Outlook Social Connector (OSC) provider.
You must configure the OSC provider DLL to register using COM self-registration or regsvr32 during installation. COM registration of the provider DLL registers the OSC provider under the HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT registry hive.
An OSC provider developed in managed code has a COM-visible provider assembly. You should use a separate application domain for the provider component. Otherwise, the OSC provider uses the default shared application domain that is used by other components, and the provider may not operate as expected.
Each OSC provider must register a programmatic identifier (ProgID). The provider installer can choose one of the following locations to add or remove the ProgID:
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Office\Outlook\SocialConnector\SocialProviders—Your provider installer should use this location if the provider is installed for only the currently logged-on user.
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Office\Outlook\SocialConnector\SocialProviders—Your provider installer should use this location if the provider is installed for all users on the computer.
The OSC looks for the provider ProgID in the above locations, unless the client computer has 32-bit Outlook running on a 64-bit Windows operating system. In such a case, your provider installer should choose one of the following locations in the HKEY_CURRENT_USER or HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE hive:


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On the list of things that IT pros would rather never have to think about, software licensing takes a close second behind backups. Holding frequent license compliance checks and ensuring that licensing is purchased as it's needed is frequently a challenging, time-consuming process. All too often, these tasks are neglected, leaving many enterprises open to substantial legal liability. As I've noted before, the licensing landscape is no better when you move into the cloud. In fact, it gets substantially more confusing, both for users and for the cloud providers seeking their business. Most enterprises purchase their Microsoft software through one of Microsoft's volume licensing mechanisms, such as the Open Business, Open Value, Select, and Enterprise agreements. These licensing plans all differ in various respects -- primarily in terms of what kind of discount is granted (usually based on volume), how payment for the software is spread out, and whether the software is licensed as a subscription or as a permanent license. Regardless of which licensing channel you buy through, you're essentially buying the same usage rights, and you're always responsible for complying with the agreement's terms.
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"The relation between any two decently married people changes profoundly every few years… every change causes pain, even if it brings a certain joy. Marriage is a long event of perpetual change in which a man and a woman mutually build up their souls and make themselves whole." -D.H. Lawrence
This quote aptly describes the beauty and challenge of a marriage relationship. Only a Hollywood movie would have you believe that a perfect marriage exists with constant pleasures and few problems, but the truth is marriage is really hard. A healthy, surviving marriage takes intense, daily work. The powerful emotion of love does not make a relationship unsusceptible to difficulties, even in their most severe form. So as a single person who has high hopes, great dreams and a heart full of love looking for a lasting relationship, you must ask yourself the important question, "Why do I want to be married?" Make sure you have a concrete answer that is more than just "I want to share my life with someone special" before you embark on a serious relationship.
Many people have different reasons for getting married. Some love the idea of being in a committed relationship, having children, and growing old together. Some people see it as the next logical step in a relationship that's gotten serious. Some people see it as a safe haven; an escape from other difficulties. And the possibilities of what marriage means seem to be endless these days. However, your reason for getting married is an integral part of making your future marriage last.
There are some definite check points you can use to analyze your readiness for getting into a relationship that will last a lifetime. Here are two of the key points:
1. You must be willing to grant complete access. With the right person, you should be open and honest about anything and everything. This means more than just fessing up to obvious faults like admitting you are a back-seat driver or acknowledging the fact that you enjoy sports more than you do praying the rosary. When you're married you must be comfortable with your spouse knowing every last detail about you. Every tick, every embarrassing moment, every bad thing you've done and every weakness you have. There can't be any excuses, only acceptance. You must be ready to share your life on this level if you want your marriage to last.
That may sound uncomfortable, but I guarantee you that allowing your spouse to see you in those completely vulnerable moments becomes a foundational cement in your relationship; a level of security that no one else in your life could have. You shouldn't have anything to hide from your spouse. This exclusive knowledge of each other builds an intimacy that becomes this relational super glue. If you are willing to allow that type of intimacy, you are on your way to a solid, lasting relationship.
2. You must be willing to raise the bar. Couples fall in love and when the relationship begins to evolve and faults begin to reveal themselves, it is tempting to ignore the faults and focus only on what makes the relationship "feel" good. This is a recipe for disaster.
We are called to marriage for good reasons, and of course it is for happiness, love, and procreation. But we are also called to marriage because we are supposed to get each other to heaven. As you get to know each other and live life together, inevitably your faults will be known. You must be willing to raise the bar on your relationship. You must be willing to help each other overcome your faults – not with mockery and a lack of charity, but with love. It's like running a three-legged race where you both have your own legs but are tied together. Only by working together can you reach the finish line. You fall down, get a few bruises, laugh hysterically, and get back up to compete in the race and become a winning couple.
So as a CatholicMatch member looking for love, think about it… Why do you want to be married?


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Hungry Girl 1-2-3
Easy and fast recipes that save you from guilt, thanks to Lisa Lillien.Top Rated Diets of 2017
Hungry Girl 1-2-3: The Easiest, Most Delicious, Guilt-Free Recipes on the Planet is the latest cookbook written in the Hungry Girl series by Lisa Lillien.
Finding easy and delicious recipes can be difficult, but the Hungry Girl does not disappoint. With her signature creative culinary flair, Hungry Girl 1-2-3 provides you with a variety of recipes that are healthy and delicious.
The book contains 200 recipes that will satisfy both your hunger and your taste buds. Everything from appetizers, meals, snacks, desserts and slow cooker recipes are included.
Some of the recipes you'll find in the book require so little effort you don't need an oven or stove at all. There are even some microwave recipes included. Hungry Girl 1-2-3 gives you the tools you need to create and eat healthy meals that are tasty and easy to prepare.
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— A fan asked Jeff Jarrett at Wrestlecon on Saturday about his announcement on Monday. Jarrett said: "You'll see Monday and we'll be speaking on Monday. Bank on that."
— Adam Pearce is still up for being the PA announcer for the San Diego Padres. The online voting will determine a group of ten that the Padres will choose from. You can vote for Pierce by voting for him here or on Twitter with the hashtag #PadresPA23.
— There will be an announcement about Pro Wrestlers vs Zombies tomorrow morning at 10 AM at Wrestlecon.
— Colt Cabana's show on Thursday night was in a small venue that only held around sixty people, but it was full. The group watched No Holds Barred with Cabana, Marty DeRosa, Cliff Compton and "someone from the UK" providing commentary. Colt mentioned that he was wrestling Jeff Jarrett this weekend and hoped he didn't screw up so Jarrett would invite him to his new wrestling project.
— Jake Roberts, Gangrel and Jasmin St. Claire are all in the new horror film Catch of the Day. Check out the trailer here.
Wrestlemania 30 on Sunday. Sting May or may not appear at either wwe wrestlemania 30, or Monday night raw. JJ is making a wrestling announcement on Monday. I say, this should be a good time for wrestling on those days
The timing is not coincidental. Imagined if Sting did show up and cut a promo about Jarretts new project..
Unless the McMahons are involved in said project, Sting's mic would be cut off in 2 seconds and he'd ruin any chance he has of being used properly by the WWE. At that point, ole Vince would go out of his way to make a lesson out of Sting.
Pretty much. No idea why you were down-thumbed for your comment.
I guess some can't handle the truth.
I wouldn't give a thumb down any meaning at all. You probably have a stalker like me who thumbs you down within five minutes no matter what you say.
With the majority of the announcements made in wrestling today being major letdowns, I'm curbing my enthusiasm for Double J's big reveal just a little bit. I'm looking forward to hearing what he has to say, and if it is indeed a new promotion, it can only mean good things for the business as a whole(especially if it'll debut on CMT as rumors have stated). Solid competition will push the others to put forth better products, and give the performers themselves more options of places to work. Despite what anyone may say or think, the day that WCW was bought by the McMahons was one of the darkest days in pro wrestling history. TNA has strived to fill that hole, and while they were slightly successful, the turn over rate of the company does not bode well for it's future. TNA needs to devise AND stick to a long term plan and not keep throwing things at a wall to see what sticks. If they are going to dedicate themselves to this new "youth" movement, then they need to see it through to fruition.


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Many drummers prefer a more polite crash in the studio. Why? Softer cymbals reduce bleed into the drum mics, leading to a more controlled mix. The AAX Studio Crash is not only quieter than most of Sabian's stage cymbals, thanks to a thin weight and reduced bell size, but also decays quickly to avoid lingering cymbal wash. The Sabian AAX Studio Crash yields consistent dynamics, a full voice, and glassy sheen, all of which stand to your make your recordings sound the best they can.
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- Specially voiced for the recording studio
- Controlled output — reduces bleed into drum mics
- Fast decay — gets out of the way in a hurry
- Thin weight with a small bell
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LabourStart is composed of almost 900 volunteer trade unionists around the world. 85 in Canada alone (where I reside). We operate largely autonomously from each other. While Eric is prominent among them/us as webmaster and founder, he does not determine LabourStart editorial policy.
He can't because other than 'collect news from and about unions and workers organizations' we have none. Nor do we need one or have any structural mechanisms for determining one. Or, and perhaps I speak only for myself, any interest in developing one. Frankly I am not sure I would remain involved if we attempted to develop one.
We are not subject to any organizational discipline beyond the most basic (guided by, I am rather pleased to say, a modified version of the CUPE Equality Statement). We are not a political formation. Anyone joining our merry band with that expectation quickly moves on.
LS has other volunteers, including myself, who have taken much different positions than Eric on the current events in Palestine and on the BDS movement in their personal capacities and whose unions have taken a wide variety of positions as well. And many, frankly, who are of no opinion or who have not heard of the boycott call.
In fact LS has taken no position and won't - because it doesn't need to in order to do what it does. With or without a policy regarding the Gaza invasion or BDS it is our task to cover the trade union news relating to Palestine as we would in any other nation. You may have noted that to date LabourStart has covered both sides in the debate on a boycott of Israel and a wide variety of positions taken by unions around the world regarding the Israeli invasion of Gaza.
In the past we have covered similar controversies from all perspectives. We will continue to do so. Taking a position in any such debate would be both structurally difficult if not impossible for LabourStart, but would also (in my opinion) be contrary to our goals.
It would also likely be the end of LabourStart. Any global coalition like ours which tried to impose discipline on its participants on more than a very few very fundamental issues would be splitting on a regular and frequent basis.
LabourStart is a coalition of trade unionists who share only our interest in using the internet to better connect and inform trade unionists around the world. Beyond that we may or may not share analyses of any number of situations but this is irrelevant to what we do at LabourStart.
Another, though not as extreme, example of this is the question of faith-based trade unions. In my country, Canada, such things are anathema and the one 'union' that operates on this basis is shunned by the rest of the labour movement here. I personally will not post stories from this union to LabourStart and I encourage others to stop when I see such stories on our site.
However in other parts of the world confessional trade unionism is the norm. Where LabourStart volunteers from those countries have posted stories about the Christian Labour Association of Canada to LabourStart I have asked that they be removed and they have been. However I am not inclined to attempt to impose a 'no-confessional-unions' policy on LabourStart. Nor is there any mechanism for me to do so.
All that said, as volunteers all of us connected to LabourStart have other lives. We work, we write, we do our union and political work. In those capacities we have opinions and we express them. Eric is perhaps more identified with LabourStart than any of us, but that does not make his opinions LabourStart policy on this issue.
If Eric's views are somehow to be made synonymous with something perceived to be 'LabourStart's policy' or 'LabourStart's position' on the Israel-Palestine conflict then why not mine? Or why not those of our Indian or Ukrainian or South African or Dutch volunteers?
We as LabourStart have none now and have no intention of taking a position in future. What we do plan to do is cover as much of the trade union debate on the subject as we can find.
As individuals we of course do and we will, I would expect, organize and act in support of our personal positions and those of the unions and political formations we are affiliated with.
As LabourStart, other than collecting news, we provide a campaigning service available to the global labour movement – as we are currently doing by running a campaign the ITUC wanted regarding its call for a ceasefire in Gaza. If the critics of that call and the analysis behind it want to take it on I would suggest they do that through their unions and national central labour bodies. LabourStart is incapable of and has no desire to develop the capacity to analyze struggles around the world, determine if they are legitimate and build a strategy that does more good than harm. For that we must rely on the decisions of the institutions of the labour movement – unions, national centres, the GUFs and the ITUC. Otherwise we risk doing far more harm than good, despite out intentions.
My only (comradely I hope) suggestion for those who regularly try to make hay by attacking LabourStart as a way to get at Eric or as a backhanded way of taking on his analysis is that you take him on directly. It's not like he is hard to contact.
I challenge those who attack LabourStart because of Eric's association with it to present evidence of a bias in the stories we collect. Further, I'd invite them to apply for a LabourStart account and post the stories they think we're missing.
And in the meantime, recognize that LabourStart and Eric are two different entities and that attacking LabourStart only serves to undermine not just the most successful effort at global digital solidarity for workers there is, but the ONLY such effort around.


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This started out as a squeak from a cupboard door and with help from Iris it because this broken down calliope loop from a killer circus.
THX for your sample, I used it for built up one of my nightmare. If you think you can check it here: https://soundcloud.com/acetylcholin I gave a name Freaky forest.
Yeah it's from the America video, it even says it's from this page in the description on the YouTube video! Congratulations Corsica_S!!
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text: CALGARY, June 15, 2011 /PRNewswire/ - CE Franklin Ltd. (NASDAQ: - CFK, TSX: - CFT) announced today that Mr. Dharmesh Prasad, Global Materials Manager of Schlumberger Limited ("Schlumberger"), CE Franklin's majority shareholder, was appointed today as the new Schlumberger representative to the Board of Directors of CE Franklin. Mr. Prasad replaces Kjell-Erik Oestdahl who has stepped down from our Board due to time commitments and expanded responsibilities in connection with his recent promotion as Vice-President, Operations of Schlumberger. Mr. Prasad has extensive experience in various senior operational and corporate management positions within Schlumberger, working in ten different countries. In his current role, he is responsible for advising on the strategic and tactical direction for inventory management and the distribution, consolidation and optimization of warehousing across Schlumberger. He holds an MBA in Finance from the University of California and a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology. "We thank Kjell-Erik Oestdahl for his commitment and contribution and welcome Dharmesh Prasad to the Board. His extensive experience in the oilfield supply industry, including marketing and strategy development, complements the background and skills of the Board. This will be of benefit to all of our shareholders, as we continue to grow our business and advance our efficiency and diversification strategies," said President & CEO Michael S. West. About CE Franklin For more than half a century, CE Franklin has been a leading supplier of products and services to the energy industry. CE Franklin distributes pipe, valves, flanges, fittings, production equipment, tubular products and other general oilfield supplies to oil and gas producers in Canada as well as to the oilsands, refining, heavy oil, petrochemical, forestry and mining industries. These products are distributed through its 45 branches, which are situated in towns and cities serving particular oil and gas fields of the western Canadian sedimentary basin. Forward-looking Statements: The information in this news release may contain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and other applicable securities legislation. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, that address activities, events, outcomes and other matters that CE Franklin plans, expects, intends, assumes, believes, budgets, predicts, forecasts, projects, estimates or anticipates (and other similar expressions) will, should or may occur in the future are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based on management's current belief, based on currently available information, as to the outcome and timing of future events. When considering forward-looking statements, you should keep in mind the risk factors and other cautionary statements and refer to the Form 20-F or our annual information form for further detail. SOURCE CE Franklin Ltd.


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While the days are getting shorter, the list of events to cover is getting longer. There were a number of notable events this week, but by far the most interesting one was the ribbon-cutting ceremony/cocktail party at Valentino's on the Green in Bayside, which was formerly known as Caffé on the Green.
The new owners spent a fortune, more than $4 million to be exact, redoing the place, including installing an elevator. That was a wise decision, as the catering facilities are on the second floor and some of the grandpas and grandmas have difficulty handling stairs but still want to take part in celebrations.
The staff includes managing partner Giorgio Kolaj, chief partner Don Pintabona, wine director Don Castaldo, chef Jimmy Canora, pastry chef Lauren Ragone and general manager Michael La Hara, all of whom have been associated with many of the finest eateries in New York City.
The attendees at the ribbon-cutting read like a veritable who's who of Queens and beyond. We can't list them all, but some of the most familiar were Adrian Benepe, Dorothy Lewandowski, Betsy Smith and Estelle Cooper, all of the city Parks Department; Cardinal Edward Egan; state Sens. Frank Padavan, Joseph Addabbo and Toby Stavisky; Councilmen Dan Halloran, Peter Koo and Peter Vallone and his brothers Paul and Perry Vallone and dad Peter Vallone Sr.; U.S. Reps. Gary Ackerman and Peter King; and city Comptroller John Liu.
In addition to the above electeds were Claire Shulman, Dolly De Thomas, Debbie Markell, Gene Kelty, Marilyn Bitterman of Community Board 11, Sophia Gianosis and Jack Friedman of the Queens Chamber of Commerce, tennis great Martina Navratilova as well as my good friend Sal Bacarella of Garden Works, who did all the magnificent landscaping. Great job, Sal — the flowers were just beautiful!
It was a lovely evening and the new deck they had installed was a perfect place for the cocktail party and the hors d'oeuvres were to die for. In case you haven't guessed, I as well as all the other guests really enjoyed a spectacular evening. It looks as though we have all found a new, charming place to meet, eat and greet.
Let's not neglect all our politicos, both the incumbents and the wannabes. They have been scurrying around with all the last-minute preparations prior to the primaries, which this year were Tuesday. Unfortunately, some of the candidates' last-minute details include tearing down each others' posters, removing lawn signs and last-day horrific negative mailers, which may have a grain of truth buried in tons of lies — or should we say gross hyperboles? — to say nothing of interfering with each others' post office mailings, etc.
Hey, fellas, how about forgetting the schoolyard bully stuff and show us responsible, grown-up behavior which will give us confidence that if we elect or re-elect you, you will be able to competently handle the business of your constituents? What a nice, refreshing change that would be.
Primary Day was Tuesday, so we will have to wait until next week's paper to discuss the results. From all reports, Primary Day will be a day to remember. It will be the introduction of the new computerized voting machines. I understand in some sectors confusion reigns. How will this affect the results of the election? Perhaps after the fact next week we will have a better handle on things.
This election cycle is one of utmost importance for many reasons. No matter what your party or who you prefer as a candidate, get out and vote. Because if you don't, you can't complain about the results, can you?
See you at the polls!
Last Thursday, the Jefferson Democratic Club celebrated its 100th anniversary at the Douglaston Manor. The honorees were James J. Wyrnn Jr., Cathy Nolan, Rosemary Kelly and Freddie Delligatti. Congratulations to all.
Also last Thursday, Albert Baldeo held a buffet dinner at the Villa Russo honoring cricket great Clive Lloyd. It, too, was a fun evening.
That's it for this week.
I look forward to hearing from you with information on people, parties and politics or gossip.
I like receiving your voice mails at 718-767-6484, faxes at 718-746-0066 and e-mails at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Don't forget to check out the Focus on Queens page.
Till next week, Dee.
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