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Wednesday, November 24, 2010
The candy cane is a sweet and delicious symbol of all that is Christmas. During the holiday season, you'll see them in all their delicious forms and will probably pop a few of these sweet candies into your mouth before the holiday season is over. There are loads of creative ways to use candy canes in craft projects, home décor, and even Christmas recipes. Here are some candy cane ideas to make your upcoming Christmas celebrations special:
Candy Cane Idea 1: Use candy canes in Christmas recipes.
Candy canes are sweet and delicious on your own but they can provide another dimension to your Christmas recipes. Try crushing candy canes into fragments with a hammer and sprinkle them on ice cream, cakes, cupcakes, or pies. Add them as an ingredient to your chocolate chip or sugar cookies. Soften a pint of vanilla ice cream and add peppermint candy pieces. Add a touch of peppermint extract and mix thoroughly. Refreeze this mixture and you'll have candy cane ice cream for Christmas night. You also dip your candy canes into chocolate you've melted in the microwave. When they cool, you'll have chocolate covered candy canes which taste delicious. Don't forget about using candy canes to stir your hot chocolate or coffee.
Candy Cane Idea 2: Use candy canes to decorate your Christmas tree.
Candy canes are a natural for decorating your Christmas tree. Hang them as is or tie a pretty ribbon around the top of the candy cane before dangling them from the Christmas tree. Lay one candy cane on top of the other in a "x" shape. Attach a looped ribbon and hang them from the tree as ornaments. Be sure to hang them high enough so your dog or cat won't make a meal out of them!
Candy Cane Idea 3: Use candy canes to decorate your house.
Buy a grapevine wreath base at your local craft store. Attach bunches of candy canes to the wreath base interspersed with bright red ribbons and other Christmas symbols. Attach your with a hot glue gun and admire your beautiful handiwork. You can also use candy canes to make a decorative Christmas garland to adorn your Christmas tree. For an interesting look, attach candy canes to plant sticks and insert them into all of your plant containers to give your house a holiday look.
Candy Cane Idea 4: Use candy canes to welcome your guests.
Place a beautiful crystal bowl on a pedestal by the front door. Fill the bowl with candy canes to entice carolers and other Christmas guests. Give each guest a candy cane as they leave your house.
There are a multitude of candy cane craft projects for both children and adults to use those extra candy canes after Christmas. A quick internet search will yield instructions for making a variety of useful craft related items out of these sweet candies. You can never have too many candy canes at Christmas.
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My name is Rachel and I am an OFSTED registered 'Outstanding' childminder based in Worksop on Kilton Hill. I live with my partner John and my beautiful daughter Olivia age 6.
I am a qualified teacher, who up untill having my youngest child was employed by Myerscough College in Lancashire. Since the birth of my youngest daughter I have decided to focus on a career in childcare. I feel that my skills and experience gained throughout my teaching career would be better used in caring for children in the home environment. I hope to provide parents with the confidence to return to work knowing thier child is in a loving, caring and safeplace.
Throughout my career I have gained experience working with children with special educational needs. I found this area of my work very rewarding and felt very passionate about making a difference to these childrens lives.
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Voting machine security - Exactly!!! - Journal of Omnifarious
Aug. 15th, 2008
02:29 pm - Voting machine security - Exactly!!!
This xkcd cartoon has the perfect analogy!
Basically, cheaper and more accurate vote counting. One promise fulfilled, the other definitely not. Voting machines, as they currently stand, are much more open to fraud.
Edited at 2008-08-15 10:20 pm (UTC)
I do support that goal... just not at the price of giving up a fair election. I think we should be able to do both. It sucks that they want to make it either or.
That's a good argument for them as well. And I also agree that isn't worth unfair elections as the price.
We should be able to do both. I know that with a few hundred thousand in startup capital and a couple of really good engineers who knew hardware that I could make voting machines and a few other associated devices that were significantly better than the existing stuff.
Voting machines are one place where I can see 'trusted' computing actually being useful. I would design it such that the vote counts were clearly invalid if the software wasn't the official version. And the official version would have the signed binary published as well as the associated source code.
Edited at 2008-08-16 02:42 am (UTC)
Srsly, though, leora's explanation is what I've heard, too. Though, I bet the "shiny" explanation is nonnegligible also: in many areas (paying for things, writing letters, getting news) we've largely done away with paper in favor of electronic substitutes, and these seem to be generally an improvement on their predecessors, so why should voting be any different?
I actually think that electronic voting could be as good as paper voting, if the people implementing it really wanted it to be.
I mean, how many features do you NEED on a cell phone anyways? My cell phone users manual is half an inch thick. I will never use even HALF of the features on my cell phone. Bare in mind this is just ONE example.


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This tutorial explains how we can create simple Web Services using Visual Studio.
1. Create the Web Service
First create new project and select "New ASP.NET Web Service Application" and I'm giving the name "MyFirstWebService" to it, you can give any name to your project.
Now you can see auto generated code that you can add methods to create your web service. You can see simple method "HelloWorld" and in this sample code I have removed it.
I'm going to add simple method called "simpleMethod" which takes a string as an input and add "Hello" to beginning of that string. Now the code will appear like bellow.
using System; using System.Collections.Generic; using System.Linq; using System.Web; using System.Web.Services; namespace MyFirstWebService { /// <summary> /// Summary description for Service1 /// </summary> [WebService(Namespace = "http://tempuri.org/")] [WebServiceBinding(ConformsTo = WsiProfiles.BasicProfile1_1)] [System.ComponentModel.ToolboxItem(false)] // To allow this Web Service to be called from script, using ASP.NET AJAX, uncomment the following line. // [System.Web.Script.Services.ScriptService] public class Service1 : System.Web.Services.WebService { [WebMethod] public string simpleMethod(String srt) { return "Hello "+srt; } [WebMethod] public int anotherSimpleMethod(int firstNum, int secondNum) { return firstNum + secondNum; } } }
Then you can run your code and you can see the resulting page as bellow.
2. Create the Client Program
We have created our simple web service and we have to create small client program to use this web service. There you can open another instant of Visual Studio and create new "Console Application" project.
Then you have to add Service Reference so that you can access your web service. Here are the screen-shots.
Here you have to give the URL of the web service we created earlier. As I said before previously created web service application should be running on another instant of Visual Studio.
Note that I have set the "Web reference name" as "TestWeb".
Now you can update your client program using following code. Note the line 5 "using WebServiceTest.TestWeb;".
using System; using System.Collections.Generic; using System.Linq; using System.Text; using WebServiceTest.TestWeb; namespace WebServiceTest { class Program { static void Main(string[] args) { Service1 webservice = new Service1(); string srt = webservice.simpleMethod("Saranga Rathnayake"); Console.WriteLine(srt); Console.WriteLine(webservice .anotherSimpleMethod(4,3)); } } }
Now you can run the client program to see the result.
3. Publish Our Web Service in Internet Information Service (IIS)
Let's see how we can publish our web service in IIS. Otherwise you always need to run your web service application in separate VS instant. There first stop the web service application and go to the Solution Explore and Right Click on the project. Then select "Publish...".
Then the following window will appear and there you can directly publish to the IIS by selecting "Web Deploy" as the publishing method. But here I'm going to use the "File System as the publishing method. There you have to provide the target location. I have created new folder called "MyApp" in my D drive and selected it.
Now click "Publish" and check the "MyApp" folder. There you will be able to see Service1.asmx file, Web.config file and bin folder which contains the DLL file has been generated. Then copy this "MyApp" folder to "wwwroot" folder. You may find it in "C:\inetpub\wwwroot".
Now enable IIS in your computer and open IIS Manager. I'm going to add my service to Default Web Site. There Right Click on the "Default Web Site" and click "Add Application...".
There you will get following window. Now you can provide appropriate Alias (I have given testservice) and select the physical path of your application. There you can provide the path to the folder we copied previously as following figure and click Ok.
You have to make sure that the application pool identity has Read access to the physical path. So it is better if you copy your files to the "wwwroot" folder other than keep it in separate partition. Please check the following screen-shot
Now restart the IIS and goto http://localhost/testservice/Service1.asmx. You will be able to see the Web Service running.
Now you have published your web service in IIS and you can update the Client Program by giving the new Web Reference URL using Properties Window.
If you are interested in creating web services in java, please follow my post Create Web Service in Java Using Apache Axis2 and Eclipse


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Diagnosing Deep Vein Thrombosis
A woman using the birth control drugs Yaz, Yasmin, or Ocella may experience dangerous health problems because of the ability of these drugs to build blood clots in the bloodstream. Blood clots often form in the veins of the leg, sometimes causing a health problem known as deep vein thrombosis (DVT). This condition should be considered an emergency health concern and, if a person suspects they have it, they should be tested by a physician immediately.
If you have been experiencing pain in your leg in addition to swelling, you may be suffering from DVT and may require medical attention. These costs can prove substantial for many people. To learn more your legal rights if you have developed DVT after taking a birth control drug, contact a Yasmin lawyer of Williams Hart at 800-761-3187.
Testing for DVT
There are a variety of different tests available for a doctor to determine whether someone using Yaz, Yasmin, or Ocella has developed a blood clot in their leg. Some of the current options for testing for this condition include:
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Scott Driscoll was appointed as EDC's first Vice-President and Chief Compliance and Ethics Officer in July 2015. He is a seasoned senior banking executive with more than 20 years of regulatory compliance experience in both the public and private financial sectors. After more than 10 years with the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI), the primary federal financial institution regulator in Canada, Mr. Driscoll moved to the private sector, where his experience included senior management positions and C-level board appointments accountable for ensuring the ongoing development, assessment and monitoring of programs for compliance with regulatory expectations and requirements.
He has held roles including Chief Compliance Officer, Chief Anti-Money Laundering Officer, Chief Privacy Officer and Ombudsman. Scott holds a MBA, a Bachelor of Social Sciences and a Bachelor of Arts.
EDC's Vice-President and Chief Compliance and Ethics Officer role serves to enhance the Corporation's transparency and accountability. The Officer receives and reviews complaints from stakeholders which may include fielding internal inquiries with respect to EDC's Code of Conduct and Code of Business Ethics, the Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector, the Public Servants Disclosure Protection Act, and EDC's Wrongdoings Policy, as well as external inquiries regarding our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) policies and initiatives.
EDC employees are required to abide by the public-sector-wide Values and Ethics Code introduced on April 2, 2012. The Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector sets out high level values and principles which are consistent with EDC's own Code of Conduct and Code of Business Ethics. EDC's Chief Compliance and Ethics Officer is the contact person for members of the public who may have reason to believe an EDC employee is not complying with the Public Sector Code.
Any individual, group, community, entity or other party affected or likely to be affected by EDC's corporate social responsibility policies and initiatives can submit a complaint. If a complaint is being made on behalf of another party, that group should be identified and evidence of authority to represent that group provided. Anonymous complaints are not accepted, however, material can be submitted confidentially to support a complaint. This information will not be released without the consent of the party who provided the information.
The complaint must be in writing, or submitted electronically via our Request for Review Form. While it does not need to follow a specific format, it does help to speed up the process if we receive the following details:
You will receive acknowledgement usually within five business days.
The Compliance Officer will determine if a complaint falls within the mandate. Complaints that are accepted are registered in a database and given an identifying number to help ensure they are dealt with in a timely fashion. You will be notified immediately when a complaint has been accepted and given an estimate of how long it will take to review. If it is decided to reject the complaint, you will receive a letter outlining the reasons.
A preliminary assessment is done to evaluate the complaint and determine how it should be handled. This concludes with a decision of whether to proceed and, if so, an outline of the course of action proposed.
Depending on the nature of the complaint and the Compliance Officer's assessment, one of three options will be recommended to resolve the complaint as follows:
The Compliance Officer can conclude or close a complaint at any time if a satisfactory resolution has been reached or when it is felt further investigation or problem-solving techniques will not be useful or productive. You will be advised in writing if this decision is made. When this happens, the Compliance Officer has two courses of action available:
As part of the resolution, the Compliance Officer will include a process for follow up monitoring and review. The Compliance Officer can ask EDC to help ensure monitoring and follow up is done.
The ombudsman-like role works in such a way that the confidentiality of information needed to run an effective process is given priority over the actual product or outcome. The idea is that an open and flexible attitude toward problem-solving is more likely if resolution processes are conducted with a reasonable level of confidentiality. Therefore, communication with parties during the course of dispute resolution process will be regarded as privileged. Similar constraints will apply when confidential business information is received during investigations.
English and French complaints can be emailed to
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Staghorn SumacMichael Vertolli, RH July 1, 2008
Heals Inflammation and Boosts Circulation
One of the great things about summer is the incredible bounty of wild foods that are available. By far the most popular are the wild fruits because they are easy to recognize and taste great. In the northern temperate regions, most indigenous fruits are berries that are not only delicious, they are very nutritious and loaded with antioxidants.
The berry season starts with gooseberries in late June and ends with blackberries in late August. When I'm out wandering around in the woods and fields, I'm always grateful when I come across a good crop of berries and can enjoy a handful or two and then carry on, leaving most of them for the birds and mammals that depend on them for their sustenance.
When it comes to berries, not all of them are what they appear to be. One of my favourites are not particularly juicy and don't look very appetizing. They are the fruits of staghorn sumac (also spelled sumach). These clusters of fuzzy, red berry-like fruits make a refreshing drink that I love to enjoy on a warm summer day.
The best way to prepare it is to steep some of the fruits in water in a clear glass container placed in the sun for a couple of hours. This is what is called a sun tea. When it's ready, it will be similar in colour to pink lemonade. Strain it through cheesecloth to remove the fine hairs, put it in the fridge or add some ice, and enjoy! The flavour is somewhere between lemonade and cranberry juice. You can add a sweetener if you want, but you will need to experiment with the amount of fruits to use. Everyone likes it a bit different. Just remember that, like lemon or lime, it can get really sour and astringent if you use too much. If that happens, just dilute it with more water.
Staghorn sumac (Rhus typhina) is the most common of three species that grow in Ontario. The other two are smooth sumac (R. glabra) and fragrant sumac (R. aromatica). They are members of the Cashew family. The only other genus from this family that occurs in Ontario is Toxicodendron, which includes poison ivy, poison oak and poison sumac. These species, which contain a resin that many people react to, are very closely related to the sumacs and were formerly included in the Rhus genus. Although it is rare, a few people who are highly allergic to poison ivy may also react to sumac. Those most likely to react to it are people who also react to cashews, pistachios or mangos, which are from the same family. If you aren't sure, before drinking sumac, rub some of the tea on the back of your hand and let it dry. If you don't get a rash within an hour or so it should be fine to drink it.
Staghorn sumac is very common throughout most of Ontario. It is a small tree or shrub that grows up to about six meters high. It spreads partly by rhizomes and forms dense thickets that create a canopy of leaves at the top but have a lot of open space between the branches underneath, which provides excellent cover for birds and many mammals. It is one of the first tree species to colonize open areas that are left undisturbed for a period of time. Colonies of this species tend to grow in open fields, transition areas and along the edges of woodlands. You won't find sumac in a mature forest because it isn't very tall and doesn't tolerate being shaded by larger tree species. In the fall, sumac leaves turn a variety of intense shades of red. They are incredibly beautiful while the color lasts.
The sumacs, particularly staghorn and smooth sumac, have a long history of use as medicinal species by Native Americans. The leaves, bark, roots and milky latex have all been used, but it is the fruits that are used the most. They are harvested when they first turn red, some time from mid to late July depending on the area and weather conditions in any given year. It is important not to let them mature beyond this point because they tend to get wormy and some of the important water-soluble constituents that occur in the bristly hairs will get washed away by the rain.
I only use staghorn sumac because it is the most common species in our area. Historically it has been used interchangeably with smooth sumac and to a lesser extent fragrant sumac. The fact that the first two species can hybridize in areas where their range overlaps is another strong indication of their close relationship and the likelihood that they have similar constituents and therapeutic properties. Therefore the information presented here is likely to apply to all three sumac species that are native to Ontario.
Staghorn sumac is an excellent herb for the treatment of inflammatory conditions of the urinary tract whether or not they are due to infection. It will reduce inflammation, promote tissue healing, and help reduce infection due to many kinds of bacteria as well as Candida albicans. Although I am not certain, I suspect that sumac will help reduce prostate inflammation as well.
Sumac also has more general anti-inflammatory properties and is beneficial in the treatment of rheumatic conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and gout.
Sumac is helpful for the treatment of fever and respiratory infections. It helps to dry out the sinuses in colds, sinus infections and allergies. It is a very safe herb and can be used for the treatment of childhood fevers such as chicken pox and measles.
Sumac is an excellent herb for the treatment of cardiovascular conditions. It improves circulation, helps lower blood pressure and is a mild heart tonic. It reduces inflammation of the blood vessels in conditions like varicose veins, hemorrhoids, and even more serious conditions such as arteriosclerosis.
Another traditional use of sumac is for the treatment of diabetes. In my practice I have found it to be very effective for this application but it isn't clear whether it just lowers blood sugar levels or helps to restore pancreas function. I suspect the latter but I'm not certain yet.
Sumac has a moderate effect on the nervous system. It helps reduce nervousness, anxiety, tension headaches and general tension throughout the body. It also improves concentration and reduces mental fatigue.
Although sumac improves digestion somewhat, in the past it was primarily used to treat diarrhea. It also helps to improve other inflammatory conditions of the digestive tract such as gastritis and colitis.
Sadly, there is very little research available on the properties of our native sumac species. As is typically the case, most of the research is being done in Asia and to a lesser extent in Europe where researchers have been focusing on several Eurasian species. However, smooth sumac has demonstrated significant antimicrobial properties against a variety of bacteria and fungi. Based on my clinical experience, these properties definitely apply to staghorn sumac as well. Staghorn sumac has antioxidant activity that has been described as similar to and possibly even exceeding green tea.
The fruits can be dried and taken as a tea, or used fresh or dried to make a tincture. To make a tincture, use about 30% alcohol (three parts vodka to one part water). As with most herbs, I prefer to use the tincture of the fresh fruits. For topical use sumac can be used as a compress.
When using sumac as a medicine, the usual dosage is one cup of tea or 3-4 ml of either the 1:5 fresh fruit tincture, or 1:7 dried fruit tincture. These should be taken three times per day on an empty stomach, preferably 10-15 minutes before meals. To make the tea, add 2-3 teaspoons of the fresh or 1-2 teaspoons of the dried fruits to boiled water and allow it to steep for 15-20 minutes. It will taste much stronger than when it is prepared as a beverage.
Although it is a very safe herb, the degree of action of sumac on the female reproductive system is as yet undefined. For that reason I recommend that pregnant or nursing women not take it on a regular basis. As always, anyone who has a serious condition such as diabetes or heart disease, or is taking prescription medications should consult with an experienced herbalist or other natural health care practitioner who is familiar with this herb before using it.
Topically, sumac reduces bleeding or oozing from wounds, reduces inflammation and promotes healing. It will also help eliminate infection, being particularly useful for infected wounds and fungal infections such as ringworm. It is excellent for the treatment of burns and can be used topically to augment the internal treatment of vascular conditions such as varicose veins and spider veins.
The warm days of summer are a great time to make a commitment to spend a bit more time outdoors and connect with this beautiful world that we live in. If you happen to be out there mid summer and see some of those clusters of fuzzy red fruits growing on top of the sumac trees, take one home and try a sun tea. Hot or cold it's a refreshing summer drink. Enjoy!
Michael Vertolli, RH
Michael Vertolli is a Registered Herbalist practising in Vaughan (just north of Toronto). He is the Director of Living Earth School of Herbalism, which offers in-class and online general interest courses, certificate, and diploma programs. For more information: 905-303-8723, ext. 1. Visit his website: www.livingearthschool.ca Blog: michaelvertolli.blogspot.com
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July 01, 09:36 Wonderful article when talking about the medicinal uses you don't clarify whether we're talking about the berries or the leaves which of these relate to some of the uses that you talked about such as a UTI or diabetic helpfulnessSusan
Wonderful article when talking about the medicinal uses you don't clarify whether we're talking about the berries or the leaves which of these relate to some of the uses that you talked about such as a UTI or diabetic helpfulnessReply this comment


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Why a Website?
People Are Online… You may ask,
"Why do I really need a website?"
- Statistics have shown that nearly a third of the earth's population use the internet.
- The internet is used to find a business or service.
- Websites are accessed to investigate products, prices or services.
- Your website can advertise your business hours and location.
- Your customer can use your contact form to special order, reorder, or speak with an agent.
- The number of people that make use of the internet every day is on the increase.
- 70% of the earth's population has access to it.
- Online shopping has become a normal activity for many internet users.
Businesses large or small can profit when it comes to potential benefits from having a web presence:
1. To Inform
The old adage that nobody knows your business better than you is true, but wouldn't it be great if other people at the very least were able to know what you do? Having a presence on the Web helps others to learn more about who you are, what you do and how your products or services may ultimately benefit themselves. Your business may be the best kept secret in town but ask yourself this; how many secret businesses actually turn a profit? Let people in, enable people to get to know you and open your business to the world of unlimited opportunity.
2. To Say
Nothing of course compares to a personal visit to your store, office or headquarters but your Web site is the next best thing. Your Web site is your opportunity to make a lasting impression and can serve as your virtual environment and 24-hour salesperson. Consider what your Web site might say about your organization. It may portray that same professional quality that you normally invoke with your pamphlets, brochures and face-to-face meetings or just as poor customer service or a disorganized storefront can undermine the image of a company in the eyes of consumers, so too can a poorly designed, managed and coded website. Also consider what not having a Web site will say about your company.
3. To Do
Nobody develops a business Web site without expecting some sort of a return on investment, so how does investing in a Web site lead to ROI? There are many answers to that question, some are creative and some are straightforward. Is the goal to simply generate an order or is it to collect information such as names, phone numbers and e-mail addresses for the development of a qualified lead database? Do you want somebody to fill out an online questionnaire or just to click around and drive advertising rates? Put simply, if you don't have a Web site that does something, you are putting your business at a disadvantage.
4. To Transform
Think of a Web site as a virtual extension of your traditional business and use the Web to help transform your company to meet and anticipate new industry demands. It has the potential to be your top salesperson and your most helpful customer service associate, it is also a reusable, easily changeable brochure and your top advertisement. Use the Web to interact with customers and clients who are asking for better, more efficient ways of doing business with you because chances are, that your competition has already begun to take those steps to steal your customers and clients.
5. To Compete
If you build it they will come, right? Well, if you don't build it they will go to your competitor. Investing in the development of a Web site is the best, most cost-effective way to "keep up with the Jones' these days" and not having a Web site is the best way to count yourself out of the running before the race has even begun. If you don't have a Web site you won't be found by the millions of people (39.8 million online business searches per day according to Overture) that use the Internet daily to look for different types of goods and services online. Your competitor will be the one that is found instead.
45 Additional Reasons you Need a Web Site
- You have some information that is helpful or interesting
- You have a product you would like to sell
- You want to let people know about your business or organization
- You have customers who need your support
- You want feedback from your customers
- You want to make contact with others
- You want to expand your business, domestically or internationally
- You need to transfer information to other branches and salespeople
- Your message can be seen by millions of people
- Improve your image
- You're always open
- You can increase your productivity
- Your business gets the competitive edge
- Your message is always current
- Your Web site is cost-effective
- It's never been easier or more affordable
- A Web site cannot be sent to the wrong address or thrown out
- A Web site gives your customers instant access to your products
- A Web site may be changed on the spur of the moment
- Increases the chances of impulse buying
- Businesses without an Internet strategy are finding it hard to survive
- Technology know-how is a key difference in the marketplace
- Inexpensive, fast and effective customer-service
- There are no reproduction costs with the web
- customers can be referred to your web site for further information
- Reduce staff time
- Find more customers online (and take some of your competitors)
- Save time communicating electronically
- Work can be processed faster and more efficiently
- Demonstrate a progressive and expanding business
- keep archives of old information at no extra production costs
- Your competitors have Web sites and your prospects have seen them
- Deliver your message without spending money on printing or postage
- You are on equal footing with the world's largest companies
- You can reach a potential 50+ million people worldwide
- You have free demographics gathering capability
- Provide qualified leads for new clients or contacts
- You can gather information about your competitors
- Generate immediate orders from new and existing clients
- Enable customers to contact you or request more information
- Used as an inexpensive form of marketing research
- Builds credibility for your organization
- Will increase your competitive advantage
- Because everybody else has one
- Generate an online list of e-mail addresses for direct marketing


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This past Tuesday marked the end of my Foundation in Biological Sciences courses (FiBS) as part of my graduate curriculum at BU. I can't say I will miss those 7+ hours of FiBS lectures every week, but I am thankful they have helped me transition into a PhD student. These courses expose you to the basics of what current research has found and what tools you have available to continue research. You learn the experiments and results of great scientists who have won Nobel Prizes for their contributions. I have realized that scientific research requires enormous creativity.
To find out answers to how a cell works, which is obviously on a level too small to observe directly, you have to create clever tools that will act as your eyes into the cell. And because what you "see" is not always what actually is, you must also create adequate controls, or baseline comparisons, that hold your visualization technique up to a test of accuracy. The reasoning in the experimenter's head, e.g. adding input A creates output B, may have unforeseen intruders that are actually responsible for output B or unexpected results. Controls in experiments let you know with the most certainty possible that the result you measured were because of what you did, and not because of an extraneous variable.
This kind of diligence to quality control in science makes the process arduous, but also simplifies it. With the strict control measures, although possibly taxing and definitely time consuming, you can easily read the facts of your experiment and know how to proceed. If you keep studying the wrong conditions that you think give you the results you want, but really are not responsible for the results, you will waste time, resources, and much effort not only for yourself, but from other scientists who use your findings and try to build upon them.
The importance of quality control in science cannot be stressed enough. I believe one extremely unfortunate example of misleading science that has put people in danger is the "bad science" that claimed autism was linked to vaccines. From my perspective, this inadequate study claimed causation where there was only correlation. One reason this may have happened is that children are diagnosed with autism at the same age (1-3 years old) when their immune systems are matured enough to receive vaccines. Thus, it was observed that children are diagnosed with autism around the same time they are receiving immunizations. This observation has been thoroughly researched by many scientists and studied in millions of children, and many scientists believe the conclusion is simply a correlation – a coincidence. The cause of autism is still unknown. Unfortunately, the emotional component of this topic still has led many parents to decide not vaccinate their children.
Recent outbreaks of measles in the U.S., a disease that was before considered eradicated, are forcing parents to reevaluate where they get their information from, and if they should be resisting doctor's recommendations because of opinions and anecdotes they have heard. I believe the real problem with vaccination being an option in the parent's control is that children who are too young to receive vaccines and children in situations of immune compromise, such as receiving chemotherapy treatment for childhood cancers, have no option but to rely on the children around them to not be infected with disease and therefore not spread it. When you are lucky enough to live in the U.S. where vaccines are available and science is very advanced, I hope you get to take advantage of our medical privileges that keep us safe.


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We should all know by now that the Obama administration's plan to spend up to $200 million on civilian trials for terrorists is dangerous. It's also wasteful. Guantánamo Bay, Cuba, is a site perfectly suited to such trials–and detentions. If not there, then Adak, in the middle of the Aleutians would do just fine.
The Washington Post shows us why that $200 million is also a waste of money. The U.S. Coast Guard should play an important role in our homeland security. After all, that was the stated reason for moving the Coast Guard out of the U.S. Transportation Department and into the newly created Department of Homeland Security.
Liberals are forever going on about "first responders." Well, the Coast Guard should certainly be considered first among the first responders. Yet, the Coast Guard has come on hard times. The Post recently reported that of 12 major cutters assigned to Haitian relief earlier this year, ten of them broke down. Three were forced to limp back into port.
The Obama administration plans to cut 1,100 active duty personnel from the Coast Guard, the smallest of our military services. Funds for port security–our first line of defense–will be cut by $100 million.
Even Sen. Robert Byrd (D-W.Va.) calls the cuts in the Coast Guard's budget "penny-wise and pound foolish."
Rep. Hal Rogers (R-Ky.) is the ranking member of the House Appropriations Committee. Because of the administration's cuts to the Coast Guard budget, their cutters will not be able to keep pace with the Navy in important combined missions. The average age of a Navy warship is 14 years, while that of a Coast Guard vessel is 41 years. New York, San Francisco, and New Orleans will now be less secure, Rogers charged.
Meanwhile, the Mexican drug war is heating up. Last weekend, two U.S. consular officials were murdered. Congressman Rogers noted that it was foolish to spend money on unnecessary civilian trials for terrorists and for increasing the DHS bureaucracy in Washington, D.C.
The incoming Commandant of the Coast Guard, Admiral Robert Papp, has said he would have to consider cutting homeland security training and operations. This is tantamount to announcing to the terrorists "the coast is clear."
We have an administration that is grossly wasting money. They have doled out hundreds of millions in failed "stimulus" funds. Many of these projects have been shown to be going to ZIP codes and congressional districts that do not exist.
This administration is even spending $900 million on the Palestinians, people who name public squares and schools after suicide bombers. But when it comes to basic homeland security, they are cutting.
Hearing stories about cutting cutters, and ships breaking down for lack of funds for proper maintenance, we cannot help but think of the infamous "hollowed out" military of the days of Jimmy Carter. But why is President Obama still following in Carter's footsteps? He already has his Nobel Peace Prize!


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Saturday, January 22, 2011
Now I can rant and rave^--^
Let me just say that I have no idea why I put the picture of Megan's cat, Tony the Tiger on this blog. But it's really cute.
Thanks to Tobi I can now blog once again. Tobi is my personal blog fixer-upper. It looks great Tobi. You're a genius.
I have wanted to rant and rave on my blog about several issues in the last few months, but the thing that has driven most crazy is Google. My question is-----Who died and left them in charge? Suddenly I could not get into my blog. The email address and the password that I have used for years was not responding. Every time I tried to post I'd throw my hands up in despair, stomp off, and loose a lot of air. I am a world class sigh-er. I can let out enough air in one sigh to inflate the Hindenburg. Today was a little different. Yes I was still loosing a lot of air and ranting all over the house but I decided I just couldn't let this technology get to me. I settled into the computer chair determined to conquer. As I explored my options a memory came back to me. Oh yes, I changed to a google account several months ago but I couldn't remember my own address. The reason I changed is because I was forced by Google to do so. Ha ha! I found the address on my smart phone, and was able to get a new password. Thanks to Tobi I'm back, but I'm not sure anybody will notice. It's been a long time. Sigh!
Posted by Crazy Granny at 12:53 PM
3 comments:
- Megan Of Parker said...
I'm sorry you disagree with google taking over the world. But tony is so cute :D.
- January 22, 2011 at 1:52 PM
- Tobi said...
Google is indeed taking over the universe. I'm glad your blog is back and looking snazzy!
Tony is handsome as always!
- January 22, 2011 at 2:22 PM
- The Queen Vee said...
I just wish I had bought google stock when they went public then I would feel much better about them taking over the world.
I notice you all the time.
I have to write all passwords down with those low technology items, a pen and notebook.
- January 27, 2011 at 6:24 PM
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What a wonderful summer soirée ! I'd love to say thank you to everyone who came out on June 26th in support of Life-in-Travel! And braved the Dallas heat, that meant a lot to me. Life-in-Travel's Summer JetSet Must Haves was a hit with such a fashionable crowd. You all looked fabulous. It was very nice seeing you all, and I hope you had as much fun as I did. Thank you to the Joule for the opportunity to host the event, the beautiful setting, and beautiful views! Thank you Neiman Marcus downtown for letting me play with your wardrobe and styling-such amazing looks! Can't wait to see you at the next one!
Here are some pictures. I'm sorry that many of you don't have your picture in this post. I wish you all did. Next time then!
Also thank you Patron and Ultimat Vodka for providing drinks! One of the cool things was that the Joule let me (Life-in-Travel) had my own drinks, named by Merriman Wines . Thank you Merriman Wines for coming up with those fabulous names for the drinks, such as 'Life-in-Cocktails' and 'The Jet Setter'.
Here are the looks that I styled for the event. They are available for purchase at Neiman Marcus downtown. You can email Marjon at email@example.com for assistance.
Look 1: Relaxed, elegant, and stylish. It would look great with a pair of flats or wedges for day-time and bootie sandals for the night-time. Alaia v-neck white dress, YsL blue clutch, and random bracelets.
Look 2: Modern Mix. It looks great with a flat sandals for day-time or change it up with a fabulous pair of heels and a sleek clutch for a chic night out. Brunello Cucinelli silk top, Seven lace print jeans, Lanvin necklaces and cuff, Alexander Wang bag.
Look 3: Laces Trend. This evening look is elegant but edgy. Black is classic. It's great for any city you go to. Oscar de la Renta dress, Lanvin cross necklace, and vintage lace flapper.
Photos by Jason Acton. Thank you Jason for your beautiful photos!!
Thank you everyone for reading! Have a wonderful day ahead! xo…Hanh


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How to Replace Pipes Under the Kitchen Sink0
Leaking pipes under the kitchen sink will leave water stains or even puddles on the floor of the cabinet. In some cases the problem can be fixed by simply tightening the joints on the sink plumbing, but often the only cure is pipe replacement. Modern kitchen sinks use PVC pipes which are fitted without soldering and can be joined to older metal plumbing where necessary.
Plug the kitchen sink and fill it halfway with lukewarm water. Open the cabinet under the sink, pull the drain plug and shine a flashlight on the sink plumbing as the water drains. Look closely at the joints and the U-shaped trap pipe for water leaks. Look for small beads of water if the leak is not obvious.
Loosen the joints on either side of a leaking pipe or joint. Use an adjustable wrench to loosen the coupling nuts on metal pipe joints or PVC joints that are too tight to loosen by hand. Loosen the coupling nuts on the ends of both pipes joined with a cemented sleeve joint. Take all broken pipes to a hardware store or plumbing supply center for replacements of equal size.
Perform a PVC trap pipe replacement. Place the new rubber gaskets flat against the inside bottoms of the coupling nuts. Fit the threads of the trap pipe into the coupling nuts from the adjoining pipes on either side and tighten the nuts by hand.
Join pipes together that don't have coupling nuts. In a well-ventilated room, spread a coat of PVC primer on the wider inside sleeve fitting. Spread a thin coat of primer on the end of the regular size pipe that will fit into the sleeve. Allow two minutes for the primer to dry. Spread clear PVC cement on the same two sections. Slip the smaller pipe end into the sleeve and turn slightly as you force the two pipes together. Hold the joint firmly together and wipe the excess cement from the outer ring. Allow 10 minutes drying time before using the pipes, or adding another joint to either of them.
Install a tailpiece and drainage arm directly under the kitchen sink. Place the inner ring of the tailpiece washer into the upper end of the tailpiece pipe. Push the tailpiece up against the bottom of the strainer basket and thread the slip-joint nut from the pipe around the threads of the strainer basket. Tighten the slip nut firmly by hand. Join the bottom of the tailpiece to the drainage arm near the elbow bend with a coupling nut or by cementing the joint. Tighten the straight end of the drainage arm to the coupling nut at the trap pipe joint.
Install a vertical drain pipe by connecting the bottom to a PVC drain with a coupling nut. Use a flexible coupling to attach the bottom to a metal drain pipe. Spread a thin layer of pipe thread compound around the top 1 1/2 inches of the metal pipe. Slip one end of the coupling over the top of the pipe and tighten the band clamp around it with a Phillips screwdriver. Push the bottom of the vertical drain pipe into the top of the coupling and tighten the upper clamp around it. Use a coupling nut or sleeve to connect the top of the vertical drain to the elbow or T-pipe connected to the trap.


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Last show b4 Xmas. Big cast supporting Headliner Michael Shafer from Australia. Value for money is YES, a few hrs of raw comedy in a no holes (almost no holes) bared arena, you might be shocked AND you will be entertained.
I'm always surprised the it's not a PACKED HOUSE every week, easy location and Pub food and booze on site. more this show in https://goo.gl/Om4iHd


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The perfect companion for tracking your moods and emotions, and everything else that can affect how you feel. The fun yet powerful design will help you understand what causes your emotions to change, and get you on the path to feeling good. Track your mood and emotional state throughout your day, as well as other… Continue Reading
Toontastic Jr. Pirates
Let's make a story! From the creators of Toontastic (iTunes Hall of Fame, NY Times "Top 10 Apps"), Toontastic Jr. Pirates is a playful storytelling tool for swashbucklers and scallywags as young as 3 to create their own pirate cartoons. Pick a beginning, middle, and ending – then animate your story just like a puppet… Continue Reading
CHOMP: Funny Video Stories for Kids!
"CHOMP by Christoph Niemann" is the latest imagination from internationally renowned children's author and illustrator Christoph Niemann, whose App 'Petting Zoo' is already loved by millions of children and families around the world. 'CHOMP' combines playful, humorous, and lovingly hand-drawn animations with live video, enabling children and adults alike to slip into a variety of… Continue Reading
Calm: Meditate, Relax, Breathe
Relax with Calm, a simple mindfulness meditation app featured in the New York Times and LifeHacker, that will bring more clarity, joy, and peace of mind into your life, at work or at home. Fall asleep faster with over 25 soothing calming sounds which relieve you from outside stress and anxiety. There are 3 guided… Continue Reading
Pacify: Helping New Parents
The Pacify app connects you 24/7 to a dedicated, concierge network of nurses, lactation consultants, and dietitians who provide on-demand help to new parents on a wide range of pediatric issues. No appointments, no answering service, and no surprises. Sign up now and connect instantly to top experts in pediatrics.
PPD Gone!
PPD Gone! is a free, valuable resource for those suffering from postpartum depression (as well as for their family members and friends). Provided by Clinical Psychologist Dr. Shoshana Bennett, one of the foremost experts on PPD (who experienced severe PPD herself- twice) you'll find useful tools, tips, advice, strategies, audios and videos, but if needed,… Continue Reading
Glow Baby
Glow Baby will help you log and time all aspects of your baby's care: From bottle feeds, to breastfeeding, to diaper changes, sleep schedules, developmental milestones, medication and growth charts. Glow Baby has it all and is the single best resource for new parents!
Chore Pad HD
Chore Pad is changing the way families get their chores done across the world! Let your kids take an active role in maintaining their home, show them what they can earn along the way, and watch them shine! Delightful, effective and award-winning. Built for kids of all ages and families of all sizes! Get started… Continue Reading
Baby Names from BabyNames.com
Since its launch in 1996, BabyNames.com has been heralded as one of the top parenting sites on the internet! And now those same great features are available to you on-the-go through their mobile app! Browse more than 20,000 names and meanings straight from your phone. Save your favorites or enter a new name that inspires… Continue Reading
Science Museum Splash!
It's bath time and what better place to learn about water. Play with a wide range fun objects, which you and your child can drop, dunk and throw in to a bath of reactive, simulated water. Will they float or sink? What happens when they collide? What will make the biggest Splash! Using intuitive motion… Continue Reading
Cheer up grumpy animals by tickling them! Gigglebug is a new type of app for iPad that lets kids play and laugh together with friends. The game for kids based on the simple idea that laughter is contagious. Gigglebug is a tiny creature who's particularly good at laughing. But some of his friends are equally… Continue Reading
Kids too young to color can Uncolor! A simply beautiful app for babies and small children. By rubbing their finger across the screen, babies enjoy uncovering the pictures beneath. When finished, there is a surprise to make little ones giggle. The pictures are handcrafted by artist, Christina Merryman. She gets lots of wonderful input from her children. New artwork is added regularly. Thanks so much to our customers! We appreciate your kind words and thoughtful feedback. It's such a thrill to think about babies all over the world enjoying our app.
Brush Up- Make Brushing Fun!
Children love Brush Up and so do parents. Dental professionals love the results. Beyond just a fun timer and a great song, it is a true toothbrush training game. It's the only game proven to teach children how to brush better.
Heads Up! Pictures
If you love "Heads Up!" the game created by Ellen DeGeneres, played on her show and by millions of people around the world, then get ready for "Heads Up! Pictures," a hilarious and fast-paced party game you can play with your friends and family, no matter how old they are or what language they speak! From animals to actions to items around the house — give clues to help your teammate guess the picture that's on their head before time runs out! Whether you're waiting in line, on a road trip, or having a family game night, "Heads Up! Pictures" is the only game you need to keep the good times rolling!
Growth: Baby and Child Tracking
Be confident that your baby or child is growing at the right pace. This app plots your child's growth curves and calculates exact percentiles using the most authoritative growth reference data. This app is perfect for tracking all ages, including newborns and older children. It includes both the WHO (World Health Organization) and the CDC (Centers for Disease Control) growth charts. Determine exact percentiles of your baby's measurements, then email those results to anyone you want!
Lily: Period and Cycle Tracker
Lily is a remarkably powerful, yet beautiful and easy way to determine the fertile and infertile phases of your cycle. It is the perfect tool for you to learn more about your body, while being discreet, reliable, and absolutely private! Lily lets you evaluate your cycles either based on averages (comparable to the calendar method,) or based on your body's own symptoms using either FAM/NFP (Fertility Awareness Method/Natural Family Planning) from the US.
Close5: Buy and Sell Locally
Close5 is an easy and fun way to buy & sell locally. Find items for sale in your neighborhood and broadcast what you're selling to those around you in just seconds! It's classifieds made easier. Find deals on home goods, fashionable clothing, accessories, as well as baby & kid items.
Sleepy Sounds
This app turns your iPhone into a baby mobile / noise maker. Choose to play Lullabies, White Noise, or Nature Sounds to sooth your baby to sleep.
Start: Medication Manager for Depression
Start makes it fast and easy to take your medication and helps you decide if it's working as expected for your depression. The program lets you track side effects that matter to you most, monitor your mood, set goals, get helpful tips from pharmacists and people who've been there before, and – most important – decide how well your antidepressant is working.
Did you know that the color of your baby's poop might tell you if your baby has a gastrointestinal illness or a problem with the liver? Most baby poop colors, such as yellow, brown, and green, are perfectly normal and no cause for concern. The simple rule to remember is: ANYTHING BUT RED, BLACK, OR… Continue Reading
latchME: Breastfeeding Helper App
latchME connects you to breastfeeding resources instantly based on your location! It's like a breastfeeding tracker app that tracks helpful people, great advice, convenient places to feed, and other nearby resources.
Moms Pump Here
Moms Pump Here is the 1st online GPS tool helping nursing moms find, rate and share nursing room locations to breastfeed and breast pump!
The Nursing Log
If you're a breastfeeding mom who likes to keep track of time, this simple easy-to-use app may be the perfect fit for you! The built-in timer allows you to time virtually any portion of your breastfeeding experience- including keeping track of time since you last nursed your baby, the amount of time you nursed on right versus left side as well as the total amount combined. You even have a built-in "pause" button, if you need to take a quick break! Use the notes section to quickly add information about that session, then print all your results directly from your app to share with your lactation consultant!
Sleepasaurus: Dinosaur Sleep Trainer
Do your kids get up too early in the morning? Tired of negotiating with them when it's time for bed? With Sleepasaurus you can create a great bedtime ritual that can teach your kids to stay in bed until morning. Are your kids mad about dinosaurs? Allowing them to snooze with a Stegosaurus will make bedtime more fun. With 7 different dinosaurs to choose from, your kids can sleep with their favorite every night, or choose a different one for each night of the week. In the parents only section, you can set the time for the dinosaur to wake up, as well as music to soothe them to sleep or wake them up. The sleeping dinosaur will snooze until morning, teaching your kids that if the dinosaur is still sleeping, then they should be as well.


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Talk About a Pedigree!
Development studios come and go, each touting their own big name
developers that come from X game or have worked with Y studio. It isn't
every day, however, that you see the likes of Curt Schilling, Bob
Salvatore, Todd McFarlane, Steve Danuser, Mary Kirchoff, Scott
Cuthbertson, Jeff Murchie and Rich Gallup all gathered into one studio
to develop the worlds next great game. However, that's the case with 38
Studios, and Ten Ton Hammer's Garrett Fuller caught up with the team at
this year's New York ComicCon. His interview with them is informative
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Principle Centered Winning: The AOC Key Solutions Difference
AOC Key Solutions is focused on winning for our clients—but winning the right way. Principle Centered Winning (PCW) is a collection of proven best practices created by our founder, Jim McCarthy, for market assessment, capture support, and proposal development. We pledge to work with only one client on any given contract opportunity. No divided loyalties and no conflict of interests.
Principle Centered Winning is based on service and always placing the interests of our clients first.
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For over 34 years, government contractors have chosen AOC Key Solutions as their trusted partner for capture and proposal support. Here are just a few of the reasons why our clients choose us:
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Since Angela Ahrendts officially left her post as Burberry's CEO in early May to head up the retail division at Apple, and the British design house's long standing Chief Creative Officer Christopher Bailey stepped into his dual role (as CEO and Creative Officer), a number of other high profile changes have occurred at an array of design houses. From the upcoming departure of Christophe Lemaire, Hermès's womenswear director, and the subsequent appointment of The Row's Nadege Vanhee-Cybulski to take his place to Sebastian Suhl's move from one LVMH-owned brand, Givenchy to another LVMH subsidiary, Marc Jacobs, here is a quick look at some of the recent changes ...
Christophe Lemaire, who has served as the creative director of womenswear at Hermès since 2010, will be leaving the Paris-based design house in the fall to focus on his eponymous label. (See a look from his S/S 2014 collection for the house above). French designer Nadege Vanhee-Cybulski, who has currently serves as design director at The Row, will serve as his replacement. The Row has not made any statements yet as to who will replace Vanhee-Cybulski.
Marc Jacobs International has appointed Sebastian Suhl, the current CEO of Givenchy, as its new CEO. Suhl, the driving force behind Givenchy's rapid retail expansion, as well as its appointment of its first ever United states-based President, will be replaced by Philippe Fortunato, formerly president and CEO of Louis Vuitton's North Asia region.
After a one year stint, Joanna Skyes departed from British brand Nicole Farhi late last week. According to a statement from the brand, Skyes has left the brand "to focus on new projects;" she has not yet confirmed whether she will return to her eponymous label, Sykes, which she closed when she became creative director of Aquascutum in 2010. Skyes will not be immediately replaced. Instead, the brand will rely in its in-house design team.
Tiffany & Co. Chief Executive Officer Michael Kowalski will retire in 2015 after spending more than 15 years with the luxury jeweler. He will pass the chief executive reins to the brand's current President, Frederic Cumenal, a former champagne exec. Cumenal, 54, joined the jeweler in 2011 after a 15-year stint at LVMH. Tiffany is now searching for an individual to succeed Cumenal as president.
Olivier Theyskens has parted ways with Theory after nearly four years at the helm of the New York-based label. The Belgian fashion designer, who has been working with the firm since 2010, will be exiting the company to pursue other design ventures. His replacement has not yet been announced.
Also worthy of noting is the individual that fashion industry headhunters are keeping their eyes on: Serge Brunschwig, Dior's current Chief Operating Officer. No word on where he will go next, but according to a recent piece by the New York Times' Vanessa Friedman, many of those that work under Sidney Toledano, Dior's chief executive, ultimately move on to other companies. In fact, "Dior is increasingly seen as a training ground for future C.E.O.s." More to come …


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Toddler V Dog - Who Gets The Treats
Well at least someone is listening!
This hilarious video shows the competitiveness between a toddler and their pet dog - especially when treats are involved!
The mum is trying her hardest to get the toddler to say 'mama' and well... the outcome is not what you would expect!
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Effects of Introduced Plants on Native Phytophagous Insect SpeciesEPA Grant Number: U916220
Title: Effects of Introduced Plants on Native Phytophagous Insect Species
Investigators: Oliver, Jeffrey C.
Institution: University of Colorado at Boulder
EPA Project Officer: Lee, Sonja
Project Period: January 1, 2003 through January 1, 2006
Project Amount: $157,742
RFA: STAR Graduate Fellowships (2003) Recipients Lists
Research Category: Academic Fellowships , Biology/Life Sciences , Fellowship - Entomology
The objective of this research project is to determine if introduced plants are, or have been, facilitating introgression between two native insect species. Many, if not all, terrestrial ecosystems have been altered by the introduction of exotic plants. Some native species have taken advantage of these changes, while other native species have been detrimentally affected. Putative hybrids of two butterfly species, Lycaena xanthoides and L. editha (Lepidoptera: Lycaenidae), occur in two regions of California, where nonnative Rumex (Polygonaceae) species have become established. Interestingly, the hybrid butterflies specialize on these nonnative species, whereas many populations of the parental species retain their associations with native Rumex and Polygonum(Polygonaceae) species.
This research project will use historical records, analyses of molecular markers, oviposition preference and larval performance trials, and controlled interspecific crosses to test the hypothesis that nonnative Rumex species are facilitating introgression between two historically allopatric, genetically distinct butterfly lineages. Historical records, of host plants and insects, are available at herbaria and entomology museums, respectively. Distributions of native host plants, along with current distributions of the insects, will provide insight into the effect that introduced hosts have had upon the native insects' geographic ranges. Molecular marker analyses (direct sequencing of mitochondrial and nuclear genes, as well as Amplified Fragment Length Polymorphism analyses), will allow detection of recent demographic events, such as population expansion and gene flow. Female oviposition preference and larval performance trials assess the suitability of nonnative hosts relative to suitability of native hosts. Finally, laboratory crosses may measure the extent of potential gene flow and will aid in interpretation of the molecular marker analyses.
These combined analyses will allow me to assess the effects of introduced host plants on the species boundaries and genetic diversity of native phytophagous insects.


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Gary (Diller) Dalliday
Gary has been a fixture in the Peterborough sporting scene for 50 plus years. His career as a Sports Broadcaster began in 1975 at CHEX radio/television. Local sports were his priority and his coverage of sporting events endeared him to participants and fans. He was the on-air voice of lacrosse here for years. The highlight of his broadcasting career however, has been "colour commentator" for the Peterborough Petes along with son Peter, forming the only father-son broadcasting duo in the entire CHL. His tenure of 25 years is longest of any on-air personality at CHEX.
Gary's sports career included softball and hockey. He graduated from minor hockey and the Montreal Canadiens signed him to a "C" form at age 17. This resulted in a tryout with the Peterborough Petes. He was assigned to the Junior B Canucks and, although he played a few games with the Petes, spent most of the season with the Canucks helping them reach OHA semi-finals in 1961. Gary finished his competitive hockey with the Belleville Mohawks Senior A club. For 10 seasons he was a hustling shortstop and 3rd baseman in the Peterborough Mens' City Softball league. A great glove man he won a league championship with Norm Bowler Realty in 1969. Gary was an all-round athlete, a low handicap golfer and a stock-car driver at Peterborough Speedway. He coached in the all-star hockey system and coached one of the first girls' hockey teams in Peterborough.


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When God Says Move
She was the first face I saw when my family pulled into the church parking lot for the first time. With a toddler on a hip and a preschooler by the hand, Cliff and I asked Alice where the nursery was.
"I'm the nursery worker tonight," she fibbed.
And the rest is history. For more than 17 years, Alice has been a listening ear, a quiet cheerleader, a prayer partner, a faith builder, a selfless friend. My sons think of her as a second mom, and, boy, has her love for them been a comfort to this momma who needs all the help she can get.
Dave and Alice have been quietly serving Christ at the Heart of Mesa for more than two decades. They're the type who will do pretty much anything that needs doing just because they love Jesus and His people.
God's been doing some "shuffly nudgy" stuff in my friends' hearts. He told them it's time to move on.
Some folks change churches like they change clothes.
The pastor preaches one too many sermons on tithing. Time to change churches.
Sister Sue got the solo in the Christmas cantata even though she can't carry a tune. Time to change churches.
The new pastor doesn't do things just like the old pastor. Time to change churches.
The church opens its doors to people not quite like them. Time to change churches.


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At one site we have an MPLS single link with subnet 192.168.1.0/24 connected to L3 switches.At the other site we have another MPLS single link with subnet 192.168.2.0/24 connected to L3 switches.These should be configured Active/Passive , like all MPLS traffic should be flowing through site1 as long as that is up and thru site 2 if site 1 goes down.
These sites are connected with 2 P2P links . The problem we have , is that the requirement is to have a sort of DR in place for these buildings in such fashion , that if site1 MPLS goes down all traffic should flow through the site2 MPLS link.
The L3 switches will have a default route to the internet and static routes to point to the MPLS router as next-hop.There is no protocol running anywhere now .Building 1 is the existing building of this customer and building two will be coming up soon .What they want (save some cost as well) is : - Currently they have 2 MPLS at the existing site(Building1) which they want to split and move 1 link to the new site. From there , the story we have just narrated follows.They can not get the ISP to do any custom config so this is the issue they are faced with .Once they split these links , how will these two sites be aware of each other and more over do failover.
If you are not exchanging routes with the ISP then you can do this. Lets assume site 1 is active and site 2 is passive in normal operations,.This also assumes the the 2 MPLS routers can route to each other via EIGRP.
1) Configure a static default-route on site 1 router that connects to MPLS pointing to the next-hop for the site 1 MPLS connection.
2) redistribute this static into EIGRP. Note this will mean the static has an AD of 170 on all other routers in both sites.
3) Configure IP SLA on the site 1 router to track the availability of the MPLS link. You need this because you are not exchanging routes with your provider so you won't automatically know if the link has failed.
4) On site 2 router that connects to MPLS configure a floating static default-route pointing to the next-hop for the site 2 MPLS link. Note the AD of this route must be > 170.
5) On the same site 2 router redistribute static into EIGRP.
This works as follows -
1) The site 1 router connecting to MPLS redistributes the static into EIGRP. All routers in both sites see this route and they will all see it with an AD of 170.
2) The site 2 router also sees this route and because it has a lower AD than it's own static route then it uses this one. It will not insert it's own static route into the routing table and hence into EIGRP because it's own static route has a higher AD.
3) Under normal conditions all traffic follows the default-route out via site 1.
4) If the link or the remote provider router fails then site 1 router removes the default-route from it's routing table. It no longer gets redistributed into EIGRP and so site 2 router now no longer receives it.
5) site 2 router now installs it's default-route and redistributes into EIGRP and all routers receive this route. Note all routers except site 2 will see this route with an AD of 170.
6) If the link comes back up at site 1 IP SLA will reinstall the removed static route and then this will get propogated to site 2 router. Site 2 router will then see it's own default route with an AD > 170 and the new one with an AD of 170 and will use the new one. So it removes it's own default route from the routing table and stops redistibuting into EIGRP.
7) All intermediate routers will now use site 1 again.
Note - when site 1 comes back up and installs it's own route and redistributes every intermediate router will have 2 default-routes in their routing table temporarily until the site 2 MPLS router receives the site 1 redistributed route. Once it does and it removes it's own default-route that will no longer be redistributed into EIGRP and so all the intermediate routers will only have one default-route left which will be via site 1.


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If you have any experience with Quicksilver and use Eclipse then you'll love the Quick Access feature (ctrl+3) new to Europa. Thanks to my colleague Jon for pointing this out some time ago.
EJB 3, Glassfish, and Eclipse
I've been reading this book: Beginning EJB 3 Application Development: From Novice to Professional (Beginning: from Novice to Professional) which uses Glassfish as it's primary JEE application server.
Here's a quick setup tutorial for using Glassfish with Eclipse and developing EJB3:
If you're using Jboss, here's a recommended starter project for eclipse:
Spring Framework 2.5 Released
Too busy coding to update the blog so here's some news: Spring Framework 2.5 Released!
A much welcome new version with some great new additions from the Spring Team. I'm excited to try out the new testing framework and annotation based configuration!
Subversion Help – Books, Plugins, and Hosting
Subversion is the defacto open source source version control system these days and a great improvement over cvs. It's also a steal at the ripe price of free.
Great (and also free) documentation is available here: Version Control with Subversion.
You can also buy the hardcopy from Amazon.
Red5: open source Flash server
Red5 is an Open Source Flash Server written in Java. Here's a collection of links into the Red5 site:


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The Mills Brothers Great Hits
Genres: Jazz, Pop, Broadway & Vocalists
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Stereo tracks are much livelier than the original version.
firstname.lastname@example.com | 01/18/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Some Mills bros. fans feel that original songs' (from the 30's) sound quality is not up to par yet love the great harmony and so are willing to put up with it. This stereo disc from 1958 not only sounds great but the arrangements are more brilliant and there is a full rhythm section rather than just a guitar as with the original tracks. Now we need to push MCA to release the companion piece to this album called "The Great Hits Volume II" which features terrific versions of "Opus One" and "The Jones Boy" (also in stereo). I highly recommend this album especially for total novices to Mills Bros. music. You won't be disappointed, I assure you."
The best harmony ever!
G. Slusher | Eugene, Oregon | 04/08/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)
"You really can't beat the Mills Brothers for harmony. They don't need much instrumental backup, but this disc has great arrangements where the instruments augment, rather than cover, the superb voices. They are like additional brothers. In the incomparable "Glow Worm," the brothers show why they sold a million records--a much greater accomplishment then than now."


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Protest for Mario Deane in New York
The Mario Deane protest outside the Jamaican Consulate in New York, USA on (August 27) has been hailed a success.
The lawyer representing the Deane family, Miguel Lorne who is in New
York says a petition was presented to the Jamaican Consul with over
3,000 online signatures.
He says roughly 100 persons bearing
placards stood in the centre of Manhattan crying for justice. Mr Lorne
says he believes the point was made that the Jamaican government must
change course in relation to the rights and protection of persons in
police custody.
Mr Lorne says today's protest will place the
international spotlight on the Mario Deane situation, highlighting
several ills of Jamaica's justice system.These include treatment of
persons in police lock ups and also of persons arrested for ganja.
Mario Deane was severely beaten while in custody at the Barnett Street police lock-up in St James jamaica,
after being arrested for having a 'ganja spliff' and then denied
bail. He died after being hospitalised for three days in an unconscious
Six police officers have been interdicted and suspended,
while two inmates have been charged with murder as the probe into
Deane's death continues.


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Tuesday, 9 September 2014
US Air Marshal in 'quarantine' after syringe attack at Lagos airport
U.S. law enforcement officials told ABC News they were alarmed by the bizarre, unprovoked attack because the assailant was apparently able to inject an unknown substance into the back of one of the air marshal's arms. The air marshal was traveling with a team of other marshals when the attack took place in an unsecured area of the airport terminal in Lagos, the officials said. He was able to board the United Airlines flight to Houston he was scheduled to work and was met early this morning in Houston by FBI agents and health workers from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Continue
Amid fears the substance could contain some form of the Ebola virus, the air marshal was immediately put into quarantine.
The FBI said he was screened "on-scene… out of an abundance of caution." An FBI spokesperson said,
"The victim did not exhibit any signs of illness during the flight and was transported to a hospital upon landing for further testing. None of the testing conducted has indicated a danger to other passengers."
Health experts say most infectious agents would not immediately manifest or make the patient contagious. While the unknown assailant ran away and could not be located, officials said the other air marshals on the team were able to secure the needle and bring it on the flight for testing in the U.S.
U.S. air marshals travel undercover in plain clothes and it would not be immediately obvious to an attacker that his target was an American law enforcement agent, officials say.
"While there is no immediate intelligence to confirm this was a targeted attack, this is our reminder that international cowards will attempt to take sneaky lethal shots at our honorable men and women abroad," said Jon Adler, the national president of the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association.
Source: ABC News
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We were able to add two more winners to the scoreboard by last Tuesday courtesy of the Simon Capon owned pair of Rigoletto and Star Gypsy. The former did well to come from last to first in a steadily run Yarmouth mile maiden and can hopefully continue to improve considering the amount of improvement he made from his first start. Star Gypsy had a fairly easy time on the front end against a substandard field in his maiden, again over a mile, at Wetherby, but he was visually impressive and looked very professional. Both are clearly progressive so can hopefully make their marks in handicaps. Our third winner came courtesy of God Given (pictured), who went close to breaking her maiden at Newmarket in May, and made the most of a good opportunity to get off the mark at Haydock on Friday. The pace was slow from the outset and God Given was briefly caught out as the field began to sprint for home. However, she is very genuine and was on top of the field by over four lengths at the line. Hopefully she will be able to pick up some black type as the season progresses.
We had another crack at a mile and a half with Bedouin having put in a good effort when finishing fourth on unsuitably soft ground at York. He had good ground at Newmarket on Saturday, however, he was sluggish jumping out of the gates and then, once Adam Kirby had got him on to the bridle, he travelled too strongly for his own good. Adam produced Bedouin with a run with two furlongs to run but he could not sustain his effort and the general feeling was to drop him back to a mile and a quarter. Paris Rooftops finished fourth on her second start in a mile and a quarter maiden, at Goodwood on Sunday. She was forced to race prominently given the lack of pace in the race, and she was still green and a little unsure of herself in front in the straight. She should have gained plenty for that experience for that run and will tackle a mile and a half next time out. Kitty Boo made an encouraging seasonal reappearance when just getting touch off on the line over an extended mile at Nottingham on Sunday. She will have needed the race and hopefully she can shed her maiden tag next time out.
The week ahead is a busy one, starting with three runners on Tuesday. Pacharana is down in grade for a fillies' handicap over a mile and a half at Lingfield and should run well, while we also saddle La Rav and Dubara at Salisbury. La Rav is dropping back to seven furlongs from a mile which could be a little on the sharp side, although the stiff finish at Salisbury will help in that department. Dubara has not raced since her good third at Newmarket in April, mainly due to a lack of suitable opportunities. She was upset both in the preliminaries and after the race so has had some more training at home since then, which seems to have worked. We have two runners set for Wednesday, both of which are stepping up in trip. Beyond Recall, whose dam is a twice raced half-sister to the smart mile and a quarter winner Zomaradah, so she should appreciate the extra two furlongs at Yarmouth. Stylish Dancer will go up to a mile and a half for her second maiden start. The trip will help her, but she still has some learning to do, so she will come on for the experience.
Spinnaka features amongst our three intended runners at Newbury on Thursday. She has finished second on three of her four starts and should be capable of picking up a maiden at some stage. Pleasant Surprise is working well at home and will step up to Listed company in the Lord Weinstock Memorial EBF Stallion Stakes. It looks a competitive race and she will have to take another step forward from her Wolverhampton maiden win, but she is entitled to do so on just her third start. Later in the week we have City Limits entered over a mile and a half at Goodwood. Both sides of his pedigree indicate that he should relish a stamina test, and he should improve as he makes his handicap debut. Vuela will also step up in trip to a mile and six furlongs at Sandown on Saturday. She did well to win on her reappearance at Doncaster in a steadily run race, and should have a big chance of completing her hat-trick with the emphasis more on stamina. Chief Craftsman is up in trip for his third maiden start over a mile and a half at Doncaster on Saturday. He improved plenty when second at Nottingham last time but will need to take another step forward in what looks a hot race at this stage. Buxted Dream has been put up 6 lb by the handicapper for finishing second at Chelmsford last time. He will stay in maiden company for a six furlong race at Lingfield on the weekend and, provided he does not miss the break like he did last time, he should go close. Al Shaqab Racing's Mahabba may make her debut for us at Salisbury on Sunday. She is very well bred, by Galileo and out of a Group 3 winner, but might just need the run first time out.


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