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- Worship times
- Map and directions
- What to expect
- For your kids
- What we believe
- Meet our staff
Worship Times
We offer two contemporary worship services in the same format on Sunday mornings at 9:30 and 11am. At Crosspoint we believe that everyone was created for the sole purpose of worshiping God, and we desire to worship God not only as individuals but also in community. We believe this is vital, and our Sunday morning service is where our greatest expression of community worship takes place. We strive to craft our services in such a way that anyone who experiences a Sunday morning with us is impacted by the conviction of God's word, the miracle of his grace, and the hospitality of our congregation. Whether sharing in conversation over a cup of coffee from our coffee bar, or taking in a challenging message from one of our pastors, we are learning what it means to be God's people, together.
Getting to Crosspoint
We're located at 4601 Bellaire Blvd. Right at the corner of Avenue B and Bellaire Blvd, just one block inside the 610 Loop.
• 9:30 & 11:00am Contemporary worship services
• 9:30 & 11:00am Community Groups. Click here for more information.
• KidStuff Community Groups at 9:30am
• KidRally worship service for kids between Pre-K 4 and 5th grade at 11:00am
• Students 6th-12th grade meet in the Student Building near the main campus. Click here for more information.
• Nursery care for infant through 3 years old all morning.
For Your Kids
On Sunday mornings we have Kid's Bible Study offered at 9:30am. Classes are age divided.
KidRally is a special, kid-friendly worship time at 11am for kids in K-5th grade.
Child Care for children ages birth through 3 years is provided during all Sunday morning programming. Even very young children can learn that Jesus loves them, so an age-appropriate teaching curriculum is offered during Sunday School.
What We Believe
• God is the Creator and Ruler of the universe. He has eternally existed in three persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. These three are co-equal and are one God. (Genesis 1:1,26,27; Psalm 90:2; Matthew 28:19; I Peter 1:2; II Corinthians 13:14)
• Man is made in the spiritual image of God, to be like Him in character. He is the supreme object of God's creation. Although man has tremendous potential for good, he is marred by an attitude of disobedience toward God called "sin." This attitude separates man from God. (Genesis 1:27; Psalm 8:3-6; Isaiah 53:6a, 59:1 2; Romans 3:23)
• Man was created to exist forever. He will either exist eternally separated from God by sin, or in union with God, through forgiveness and salvation. To be eternally separated from God is Hell. To be eternally in union with Him is eternal life. Heaven and Hell are places of eternal existence. (John 3:16; I John 2:25; 5:11-13; Romans 6:23; Revelation 20:15)
• Jesus Christ is the Son of God. He is co-equal with the Father. Jesus lived a sinless human life and offered Himself as the perfect sacrifice for the sins of all men by dying on a cross. He arose from the dead after three days to demonstrate His power over sin and death. He ascended to Heaven's glory and will return again to earth to reign as King of Kings and Lord of Lords. (Matthew 1:22-23; Isaiah 9:6; John 1:1-5; 14:10-30; Hebrews 4:14-15; I Corinthians 15:3-4; Romans 1:3-4; Acts 1:9-11; I Timothy 6:14-15; Titus 2:13)
• Salvation is a gift from God to man. Man can never make up for his sin by self-improvement or good works. Only by trusting in Jesus Christ as God's offer of forgiveness can man be saved from sin's penalty. Eternal life begins the moment one receives Jesus Christ into his life by faith. (Romans 6:23; Ephesians 2:8-9; John 1:12, 14:6; Titus 3:5; Galatians 3:26; Romans 5:1)
• Because God gives man eternal life through Jesus Christ, the believer is secure in that salvation for eternity. Salvation is maintained by the grace and power of God, not by the self-effort of the Christian. It is the grace and keeping power of God that gives this security. (John 10:29; II Timothy 1:12; Hebrews 7:25; 10:10-14; I Peter 1:3-5)
• The Holy Spirit is equal with the Father and the Son as God. He is present in the world to make men aware of their need for Jesus Christ. He also lives in every Christian from the moment of salvation. He provides the Christian with power for living, understanding of spiritual truth, and guidance in doing what is right. The Christian seeks to live under His control daily. (II Corinthians 3:17; John 16:7-13; 14:16-17; Acts 1:8; I Corinthians 2:12; 3:16; Ephesians 1:13; Galatians 5:25; Ephesians 5:18)
• The Bible is God's Word to all men. It was written by human authors under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is the supreme source of truth for Christian beliefs and living. Because it is inspired by God, it is truth without any mixture of error. (II Timothy 3:16; II Peter 1:20-21; II Timothy 1:13; Psalm 119:105,160; 12:6; Proverbs 30:5)
• A New Testament church is an autonomous local congregation of baptized believers, associated by covenant in the faith and fellowship of the gospel; exercising the gifts, rights, and privileges invested in them by the Bible, and seeking to extend the gospel to the ends of the earth. (Matthew 16:15-19; 28:18 20; Acts 2:41-42,47; Ephesians 3:8-11,21; Colossians 1:18; 1 Peter 5:1-4)
• God has ordained the family as the foundational institution of human society. Marriage is the uniting of one man and one woman in covenant commitment for a lifetime. It is God's unique gift to reveal the union between Christ and His church and to provide for the man and the woman in marriage the framework for intimate companionship, the channel of sexual expression according to biblical standards, and the means for procreation of the human race. Children, from the moment of conception, are a blessing and heritage from the Lord. Parents are to teach their children spiritual and moral values and to lead them to make choices based on biblical truth. Children are to honor and obey their parents. (Genesis 2:18-25; Exodus 20:12; Deuteronomy 6:4-9; Psalm 139:13-16; Proverbs 22:6; Matthew 5:31-32; 19:3-9; Romans 1:18-32; 1 Corinthians 7:1-16; Ephesians 5:21-33; Colossians 3:18-21)
Meet Our Staff
Roger Patterson
Senior Pastor
Roger and his wife Julee have been at West University Baptist since 1997. They have two boys, Brady Jackson and Cooper Grayson, and one daughter Carson Claire, who are the joy of their lives. Roger received his doctorate degree (Doctor of Ministry) from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, his Master's of Divinity from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in 1998 and his Bachelor of Arts in Christianity and Speech from Houston Baptist University in 1995. Roger began his time here as the Minister to Students in 1997, and then in 1999 was named Associate Pastor. That role had many responsibilities, including staff and facility administration, strategic planning, construction management, and preaching/teaching. In May of 2009, Roger accepted the call to become the next Senior Pastor of West U Baptist and Crosspoint Church. He loves playing basketball and golf, but most of all he loves spending time with his family.
Click here to view our full staff.
Iglesia Crosspoint Bellaire
Bienvenido a Iglesia Crosspoint Bellaire! Si usted está visitando nuestra página de web por primera vez, esperamos que nos visite este domingo. Este tiempo es importante y una gran manera de desarrollar su relación con Dios y construir una comunidad a través de nuestros servicios y clases de estudio bíblico. A continuación, se menciona nuestro calendario. Puede obtener más información en nuestro mostrador de bienvenida o preguntando a uno de nuestros Ujieres al llegar a nuestra Iglesia. Esperamos que nuestra Iglesia sea un lugar de aliento y de compañerismo para usted.
12:45 P.M. Clases de ESL (inglés como Segunda Idioma) *
12:45 P.M. Clases Para Madres y Padres*
12:45 P.M. Clases de Estudio Bíblico
1:00 P.M. Bienvenida Café con Pan Dulce
1:45 P.M. Alabanza Y Adoración Bilingüe
2:30 P.M. Sermón Bilingüe*
3:45 P.M. Mi Experiencia Con Dios (Estudio Biblico)
Cada Domingo del mes, Comida y Compañerismo después del Estudio Biblico
* Clases Bíblicas para Niños, Jóvenes, Adultos y Cuidado infantil disponible
6:30-8:30 PM Cada semana Café Con Maribel y Café Con El Pastor, grupos de apoyo para la mujer y el varón. Grupo para Jóvenes y Estudios y temas edificantes. Comida y Compañerismo cada Miércoles!
A nuestro Pastor le gustaría conocerle y entregarle un obsequio después de nuestro servicio, así que por
favor pase por la área de Bienvenida y Recepción de Invitad.
Nuestra Visión
Guiar a las personas a descubrir, desarrollar y desplegar su influencia dada por Dios para Su propósito y gloria.
Campus Pastor
Iglesia Crosspoint


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VASCO awarded Golden European Seal of e-Excellence for MYDIGIPASS.COM
OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill., and ZURICH, Switzerland, February 7, 2013 - VASCO Data Security International, Inc. (Nasdaq: VDSI) (www.vasco.com ), a leading software security company specializing in authentication products, today announced that it has won the European Seal of e-Excellence in the Gold category for its MYDIGIPASS.COM platform.
The European Seal of E-Excellence rewards ICT & digital media companies with an excellent track record in innovation marketing. The European Seal of E-Excellence is bestowed annually by the EMF (European Multimedia Forum) and its national and regional partner associations. The jury experts assign points according to the originality of the innovation, its impact, its promotion and the benefits recorded by the company. With this award the organization recognizes companies that will lead the market tomorrow.
VASCO has been awarded the Seal of e-Excellence in the Gold category for its MYDIGIPASS.COM platform. MYDIGIPASS.COM offers website owners strong authentication to conveniently secure access to password protected content. The online authentication platform facilitates password management while adding an additional level of security to the access log-on procedure. Users can download a free DIGIPASS for Mobile application from the website which enables them to generate strong dynamic passwords on their smart phone, tablet or other portable device.
"We are truly honored to win the prestigious Golden European Seal of e-Excellence for our MYDIGIPASS.COM platform," said Jan Valcke, VASCO's President & COO. "This award is recognizes our endeavors to bring strong authentication within everyone's reach. With MYDIGIPASS.COM we offer website owners the opportunity to secure access to their online applications in an adequate manner while at the same time offering convenient security to every customer and consumer who registers on our platform. Winning this award acknowledges that we are on the right track and confirms that our business strategy is successful."
VASCO is a leading supplier of strong authentication and e-signature solutions and services specializing in Internet security applications and transactions. VASCO has positioned itself as a global software company for Internet security serving a customer base of approximately 10,000 companies in more than 100 countries, including approximately 1,700 international financial institutions. VASCO's prime markets are the financial sector, enterprise security, e-commerce and e-government.
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JCreamer necesitaba un nuevo diseño de logotipo y lanzó un concurso de diseño en 99designs.
Un ganador ha sido elegido entre 205 diseños de 52 diseñadores freelance.
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We are building a restaurant with a rooftop bar and outdoor deck on the water. This will be done on the same lot as a hotel so patrons will have a place to eat and drink. The hotel is built in the 60's style Googie Architecture so we are looking for the restaurant to look authentic and match the era. Something to look as if it has always been there. We are looking for a logo that will be able to translate to a sign that really gives a wow factor. We believe the logo and signage is more important than the interior design itself. The restaurant will be serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and cocktails. The lighting sceme will change so that the feel of the restaurant will change from morning to night.A very cool breakfast place and by night a great place to be outside for drinks and food.
We are focusing on a period in the 1960's where there was alot of suggestion. The beginning of the loss of innocence. Think of the style of the TV show madmen. We are interested in suggestion and innuendo. Some pictures of signs have been attached for the purpose of showing the architecture not so much the signage we are looking for. The photos are also not necessarily the logo style but more its potential impact
on you identifying who we are. The exterior sketch photo is a rough sketch of the 2 exteriors of the building. The olympic logo was placed just to show a rough placement of where the logo will be. Again not something we are looking for. We will be attracting locals and all types of travelers. A place where people see it and automatically have to check it out. Think WOW but not disneyland.
We need the logo to represent who the restaurant is and draw people to it. Real eye catching. Keeping in mind that we are using a lot of glass, metal and the one large corner tower is stone please feel free to use color you feel is appropriate. we are open to it at this point. if we like the design we may just ask the color to change.
We are not looking for it to be gimmicky. Think more classy sophisticated 60's. The show madmen. Martini glasses, high ball glasses. A little more class with underlying and hinting sexiness. Playful. The logo may not even need a graphic but more focus on the lettering.
Something that really stands out and gives a wow factor. The color scheme may dictate what we do exterior wise. The front of the building will have a lot of glass, stone and metal. Be creative and have fun.
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11 Questions you'd better ask A Flight School
Posted by: demetrioffr in Aviation Schools on Apr 16, 2010
Tagged in: What types of helicopters , job placement program , Is your school open year round , Instructor , How many instructors , How many aircraft , How long does it , Helicopter Flight Simulator , Heli-College Canada Training , Ground School , Fuel , Commercial Helicopter licence , Books and Equipment , Aircraft Cost , Accommodation
by Lyle Watts
A Commercial Helicopter licence is an expensive proposition to say the least. Most pilots pay anywhere from $46,000 to $120,000 for their training. In my 30 years in the training industry, I have only come across a few students who actually asked most (but not all) of these questions when checking out a school. I suspect that many candidates ask more questions of their used car salesperson. (You see, most students have to acquire an old 'beater' to drive while training, having sold their prized sports car to pay for the course.)
Here is the list of questions that should be considered carefully when looking for a flight training school.
The first few questions are basically financial in nature.
Let's get started.
1. What is the TOTAL cost of the training likely to be?
Ok, I have never met a prospective pilot that didn't ask this question. However, there is more to it than meets the eye. Total cost is not the only factor. Ask for a breakdown of costs. The final price may or may not include:
a) Aircraft Cost
This will vary from operator to operator, even for the same type of aircraft. Do not assume a lower cost is always better. Sometimes a higher cost here is really only a reflection of a newer, more modern training aircraft that will cost more to insure. This may be an acceptable expense. It could mean that they operate a more comprehensive maintenance program or have a superior classroom facility. Both these items directly affect the success and safety of the flight training program. They are very important, and you should be prepared to pay more for this valuable benefit. On the other hand, the school may simply be located in the 'high rent district' close to a major city centre, or possibly the owner's BMW needs a new engine.
b) Instructor
Most helicopter schools charge a flat rate per hour, therefore you pay the same rate for the aircraft whether you are dual (with instructor) or solo. Just make sure that you understand whether or not you are paying for the instructor's fee, on top of what you have already been quoted for the aircraft itself. Incidentally, you will probably pay the same instructor's fee, whether your instructor is a junior Class IV about to start on his first student (possibly you!), or an 8000 hour, Class I veteran of the flying industry. Which would you rather have?
c) Fuel
You've got to have it to fly, and it can cost anywhere from $35.00 to $160.00 an hour, depending on the type of training aircraft. Make sure it's included in your quote. Training schools usually include it automatically. Some "charter" companies, however, may not.
d) Insurance
The company operating the helicopter, is required by law to carry liability insurance. They are also probably required by their friendly banker, to carry hull insurance (for 'collision' damage). However, there is nothing to say they can't pass that cost on to you, their customer. I used to work for one outfit that routinely tacked $1000 on to the bill, to cover the "increased risk of flight training".
e) Pre (and Post) Flight Briefings
These are the short 10 to 20 minute preparatory briefings you should expect to get before and after each flight lesson. Although most airplane schools charge extra for this, most helicopter schools will tell you "it's included in the flight." A word of caution, however . . . Some schools take this statement literally! I said earlier that you want this briefing before you get in the aircraft. The instructor who waits until the engine is running to give you your briefing, is wasting a large sum of your money! Believe me, I have seen it happen all too often. This happens, mostly due to the fact, that instructors are often paid four to six times as much for flight instruction, as for ground instruction. Perhaps it's human nature to be that way, but I know of at least one school that guarantees you will get the briefing, or the flight is free! Obviously, that school appreciates the importance of a flight briefing.
f) Ground School
This is the all important and often overlooked part of your career training. Ideally, this should be taught by helicopter pilots that are also your flight instructors. To entice a highly qualified pilot out of the air and onto the ground, he will have to be paid according to his experience level. Since you, the student, will ultimately have to carry this cost, you can expect to pay more for this level of expertise in ground training. The result is high quality, comprehensive, ground school instruction. Believe me, it is worth it! Your performance in the air (the really expensive part) is directly related to your performance on the ground (the relatively inexpensive part). Do not accept a lazy instructor's suggestion that you can save a few hundred dollars by either "studying the books on your own", or "signing up for the $250 private airplane ground school next door". You need better than that to compete in today's job market.
g) Books and Equipment
Expect to pay $300 to $400 for a good set of course materials.
h) Licence Fees and Flight Test Fees
Expect about $350 for various licence and exam fees and up to $500 for flight test fees.
i) Safety Equipment
A helmet will set you back about $1600 if you buy a new one. You may not require one for the course, but if you are going to work as a professional pilot, you will probably want to buy one eventually. Why wait until you are finished with your training to purchase one? You might as well 'bite the bullet' and get the safety benefit of using the helmet while you train. On the other hand, some schools will rent you a helmet while you train. And speaking of safety, you might also want to ask if the school has had any student accidents.
j) Accommodation
Yes, you have to eat and sleep while you train, and if you are from out of town this is a significant cost. Some schools offer reduced rate or even 'free' accommodation while you train with them. Check if your intended school does.
2. What is your payment schedule like?
Unfortunately, not many training schools can offer financing. After all, they are supposed to be expert pilots, not bankers. But they too, have to pay their bills when they come due. It is not unusual for a school to ask for a deposit of around $1000 at the time you enrol, and then ask that you keep your account current at all times. This is a reasonable request. You should not, however, be required to put the whole $50,000 down when you start. I'll tell you why.
In British Columbia, Canada, where our school is located, all schools must be registered or accredited with the Private Career Training Institutions Agency (PCTIA). (Similar requirements exist in most provinces/states etc. around the world. But check in your intended area, .. these requirements are in place to protect you, the student!) A requirement of this registration is that schools must contribute a 1% fee to the Tuition Completion Fund, to cover student tuition deposits. In case of financial trouble with the school, this fund ensures that your money will not be at risk. (This assumes, of course, that the school is registered and has paid into the fund to cover all deposits!) The amount the school has to pay into this fund, is calculated according to the size of the tuition paid by the student. Be careful though ...the definition of tuition does not include the cost of the training equipment such as the helicopter. Therefore, out of a $50,000.00 course, only around $6000 to $8000 may actually be classed as tuition and therefore be covered by the Tuition Completion Fund. This would mean that any money over and above this amount that the student has on deposit will not be covered in case of financial difficulty with the school. It doesn't make good financial sense for you to give them very large deposits that won't be 'earned' until the actual flying takes place. You would be placing your own money at risk if anything were to happen to the school.
If you are training at an school that is not under this plan, then you are on your own, and none of your money is protected.
The only financial reason I can come up with for a school wanting a huge down-payment, is that they need your money to cover their past operating expenses. Why take the risk? Simply tell them that your Uncle Harry said that, "You can only make payments of $5000 at a time." Why not make that interest yourself? If you have to borrow to take the training course, you will at least be delaying the start of your own loan payments. If all of this seems too confusing for you, I'll simplify it . . . Don't make a large deposit . . . Pay as you go!
3. What is your refund policy if I choose to leave the course early?
In B.C., the Private Career Training Institutions Agency also sets a minimum refund policy. The problem is . . .the commission's refund policy was set up with much less expensive training courses in mind. As an example, if you have completed 30 hours of the course, and then decide to leave, the commission gives the school the legal right to keep 100% of the course fees (ie. All your money)! It is simply not a reasonable settlement, considering the high cost of helicopter training. A reputable firm will refund all but a small portion of your unused funds on deposit, regardless of what their 'legal' rights are.
Make sure you tie this down in writing before you sign up. Otherwise it could cost you a bundle, if for some reason you have to leave your course early. (Incidentally, this is another excellent reason not to make a huge down-payment!)
Now that most of the financial concerns are out of the way, lets focus on quality of training.
4. How many aircraft do you have on line at any one time?
Even if you are their only student, two aircraft 'on line' (available at a moment's notice) are better than one. Helicopters have a habit of occasionally going 'unserviceable' (requiring maintenance) and this may delay your training. While some delays are inevitable, I have known many a ship to be off line for weeks waiting for a part to arrive from the factory, or the maintenance engineer to get back from holidays.
Availability of at least one backup aircraft is desirable if you wish to reduce interruptions in your training.
5. What types of helicopters do you have available?
Each different type of helicopter that you are authorized to fly, must be listed on your licence. Let's say, for economic reasons, that you have chosen a light, piston engine helicopter as your primary training aircraft (such as the Robinson R22, Schweitzer 300, or even the old Bell 47). Ironically, it is unlikely that the first commercial operator you work for, will even have that type of aircraft in their fleet! You should realize, that the turbine engine helicopter, although far too expensive to complete all your basic training on, is the machine of choice in commercial operations. A turbine type endorsement is not required by the Ministry of Transport for the issue of the commercial licence, but you will be increasing your chances in the job market if you are endorsed on the Bell 206 or MD500. Ask if the school has turbine helicopters available for endorsement purposes, locally, not 500 miles away! But don't carry this idea too far, I do not recommend that you try to stuff 4 or 5 different types on your licence, before you leave the course (thereby becoming the proverbial "master of none").
6. How many instructors do you have on staff, and what Class Instructor rating do they hold?
It has been proven that your performance will likely be best, if you stay mainly with one instructor for most of your course. On the other hand, what if he comes down with the Siberian Flu or takes his accumulated 2 months holiday in the middle of your course. As with the aircraft, it is desirable to have a backup instructor as well, to minimize delays in your training program. It may also be helpful to have some experience with an alternate instructor to allow comparison of flying techniques.
Even instructors have to start somewhere! There are many flight exercises that even a junior Class IV instructor may teach adequately. In fact, a Class IV instructor must work under the direct supervision of a Class II or better. As mentioned earlier though, a Class I or II instructor has been at it a long time, and is likely to give you superior instruction in most exercises.
Another benefit to look for is a Designated Pilot Examiner (or DPE) on staff. You won't get any 'breaks' on the flight test, but there are two other distinct advantages. First, if there is an examiner on staff, you can bet that all the instructors are fully familiar with each and every flight test requirement. Your instructor will make sure that you are absolutely ready for the flight test before he recommends you. Secondly, if you have to go outside the school to book your examiner, you may have to wait several weeks for an open slot, if it's a busy time of the year.
7. Is your school open year round?
Some schools are operated by working 'charter' companies. This may be good, provided they don't abandon you in the summer to chase the bigger dollars up north.
If they are a larger dedicated school, they will be open year round, and possibly even seven days a week. While I don't recommend that you try to train seven days a week, having the option of weekend flying available to you is a valuable benefit. This is especially important if you are behind in your schedule due to circumstances such as poor weather, or illness.
8. Do you run a complete in-house Ground School Program?
As discussed earlier, you want to be sure that you are getting the attention you need in ground school. Don't be too concerned about your previous educational background. Unlike in public school, you will be highly motivated to learn this material. A good ground school instructor will be able to help you with any 'holes' they find. If your school runs their own ground school classes, they have a direct interest in your progress at all times.
Also, be sure to ask what sorts of training aids they have available. Features such as several classrooms, models, a reference library, computer assisted learning programs, video taped presentations, audio cassettes, simulators, and independent study areas, all work to provide more value per flight training dollar.
Ask how the students do on the written exam. Find out the average passing grade. Has anyone failed the exam recently? As I said before, you want to be sure that the school gives this particular question the importance it deserves.
9. How long does it take on average to complete your course?
Assuming full time attendance (5 days a week):
Less than 3 months is probably too short. You need sufficient time to absorb and retain all the information you will be presented with. If you try to cram it in too quickly, you will forget too much.
More than 7 months is probably too long. You must have as much continuity as possible to get the maximum benefit from your flight time. If there are large gaps in your flying schedule, you will waste too much time trying to catch up to where you were previously.
Somewhere in between is ideal. You must remember that factors such as the time of year (poor weather delays), part-time attendance (not everyone can afford to do this full time), aircraft or instructor unservicability (it can happen to the best of us), or personal financial delays (waiting for Uncle Harry to send that next payment) can all extend the time it takes to complete the course.
What you really need to know, is that the school is capable of successfully handling and adjusting to changes from the ideal program, to what you require.
10. Does the school have an IFR helicopter and its own Helicopter Flight Simulator?
The Canadian Commercial Helicopter Pilot Licence requires that 10 hours of instrument time be completed.
The first 5 hours may be taken either in an airplane simulator (a legal, yet again not very effective solution for a helicopter pilot), or a helicopter simulator. Obviously the Helicopter simulator is the most cost effective way to meet this requirement. If the school owns its own simulator, then they can coordinate your instrument ground training with the portion that must be flown in the helicopter itself.
You must take the remaining 5 hours in a helicopter. I suggest, that since this flight exercise is compulsory, you might as well get the most benefit from it. You can accomplish this by utilizing a properly equipped IFR helicopter (meets the requirements of Instrument Flight Rules), as opposed to a helicopter with the minimum instrument panel in it. If the helicopter was designed for instrument training it has a more efficient cockpit layout. This means that you will probably learn more in the same amount of flight time. Your demonstrated skill level on the flight test will be higher overall, and there will be a corresponding increase in flight safety.
While you're at it, ask if the instructor holds a Group 4 Instrument Rating (Group 4 means Helicopters). Surprisingly enough, an instructor is not required to actually hold the instrument rating to teach basic instrument flight. Given the choice of flying with an IFR instructor or not, I'd say take the IFR one . . . it will probably cost you the same anyway!
11. Does your company have a job placement program?
No matter what you may have been told, I know of no company that has been able to place all of its graduate pilots. No company can truthfully guarantee you a job before you start training, and expect to meet that commitment every time. Much of the hiring that goes on in the industry, is based on factors such as skill level, personality, attitude, flexibility in relocation, and salary requirements. It is practically impossible for anyone to accurately size up all these factors before you start training!
The best any reputable firm can do, is offer to consider you on a priority basis, if they hire internally, or do their best to keep you informed of any openings they hear of.
Training with a company that is primarily a 'charter' company (one that operates commercial helicopters for hire on a contract or daily basis) may be advantageous. After all, if they are going to hire someone, why not hire the pilot that they have just finished training. On the other hand, if they don't take you, you will always have other operators wondering why they didn't. Need I say more? This is a tough call.
There are, however, many training schools that are not primarily 'charter' outfits. Since they are not in direct competition with these charter companies, they can also offer advanced pilot training without creating a conflict of interest. If you are attending this type of school, you will have the opportunity to meet, network, and socialize with several high time working industry pilots. These contacts may prove to be invaluable later on. Most pilots remember how it was, getting that all important 'first job', and will often do their best to help you along if they can. Aviation is not a business where 'who you know' means everything, but . . . it helps.
One final note . . . Try to meet with your prospective instructor, and if all else looks good, ask to take a 'familiarization' flight. Make note of how interested the instructor seems in you, and your training needs. Does he seem like the sort of person whom you could get along with fairly easily? Remember, you will be relying on his or her personality and good judgment to get you through the course skilfully and efficiently. But ... it should also be a pleasant experience for you. We have discussed a number of important analytical questions to consider, but don't ignore your 'gut' feelings. They may also give valuable input to your decision.
The decision to enter a career in aviation should not be taken lightly. This is literally, your life we are talking about. Consider the implications of these questions carefully, and apply yourself to getting and documenting solid answers from those schools you talk to. I assure you, that you will be in a much better position to decide which school, is truly capable of giving you the most value for your training dollar. It should be clear by now, --- a decision based on price alone, could turn out to be disastrous. Search for quality and value!
Good Luck and Safe Flying!
About the Author
Lyle Watts holds an Airline Transport Pilot Licence valid for helicopters, endorsed with the Class I Instructor and Group IV Instrument Ratings. He has been involved with flight training in B.C. for over 30 years, and has served as a DPE in the Pacific Region since 1981.
He is currently the Chief Flight Instructor for Heli-College Canada Training Inc. located in Langley, B.C., Canada
This article was written by Lyle Watts and reprinted with their permission - Dec 16/09
Web Site: www.heli-college.com


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Is it possible to make an action link to a "layer" like a popup instead to a scene?
Now it's action to a scene.
Kind regards,
Is it possible to make an action link to a "layer" like a popup instead to a scene?
Now it's action to a scene.
Kind regards,
I don't think I fully understand your question?
Actions can be tied to scenes and objects.
Yeah now that I reread it looks kind of cryptic.
We have a page with a popup that contains a video.
What happens is that the popup is a "scene".
Long story:
http://editie4.greenzine.info - Flash
http://content.redactiepartners.nl/maaike/sencha/ - Sencha animator + custom
That is a flash magazine, we are recreating this in HTML5 using sencha animator and lot's of custom coding.
What we are doing now is more or less finding the best workflow to create and recreate these magazines.
So first we ask here if Sencha Animator can do things, if not I'll custom code it.
When you swipe to go to the next page the next scene comes up (which in this case is the popup of video 1) What I actually want is to add these video's into the same scene as the main scene but have to popup act like a "lightbox" of some sort instead of a scene.
I hope this clears it up a bit if you do have an iPad please check the 2nd link on there too
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Okay, now it makes more sense Nice animation!
If you want the popups to reside within the same scene, I'd create them in the scene, and then set the opacity:0 for each of them and give them a custom id. If you want to avoid them catching user input while they are hidden, you should also set the css property "display:none" for them using the start action of the scene or just move them off stage. Then use custom js on your action handlers to make each one visible as needed.
Yes thanks.
I'd figured it would be like this.
I'm actually creating a sort of second .js that we will host on our own CDN, that sort of extends Animator with basic magazine like functions.
This will be one function of the many (swipe, popups, swipe inside pages etc).
I do still have a lot of feature requests which I will just list in a new topic.
But I'm very happy with the software.
(outputted animations work so smooth in the new Chrome iPad app by the way)


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What is an HVAC system?
The letters in HVAC stand for heating, ventilation and air conditioning. An HVAC system enables you to regulate your home or building's internal temperature (thermal control) for comfortable living and working. You can bring heat levels down in the summer and up in the winter, keeping your home or office livable year-round. HVAC systems can also help with humidity levels and regulate indoor air quality in a home or office. There are many types of HVAC systems and technologies available.
Many homes have a forced-air HVAC system. Both the heating and the central air conditioning units share a ductwork system where they either push in or pull out warm or cooled air. There are also heating and cooling systems that don't require ductwork — such as ductless mini-splits — but work on the same principles of heat exchange. The national average to hire an HVAC specialist is $2,920-$3,670, with costs varying depending on the work you need done and the equipment you are installing.
How many years does HVAC last?
The number of years an HVAC system lasts depend on the type and brand of components that make up your system. The lifespan of an air conditioner averages between 15 and 20 years. The life expectancy of a tankless water heater is approximately 20 years, while a storage water heater is closer to 10-15 years. Ducts may need replacing within 10-15 years. Your equipment will have a longer life if you have regular tuneups and maintenance to keep everything in good working order. If you're having repair problems and your HVAC system is over 10 years old, it's a good time to consider the costs and benefits of repairing vs. replacing. Energystar.gov provides the following tips to help you decide whether to repair or replace:
- Your HVAC system needs frequent repairs and your energy bills are increasing.
- Your cooling or heating equipment is less efficient.
- Rooms in your home are too hot or too cold.
- Your heat pump or air conditioner is more than 10 years old.
- Replacing your system with an Energy Star-certified unit could save up to 20 percent on your heating and cooling bills.
- Your furnace or boiler is more than 15 years old.
- You may choose to replace your system with an Energy Star-certified furnace (which is 15 percent more efficient than a conventional furnace) or an Energy Star-certified boiler (which is 5 percent more efficient).
- Your home has humidity problems.
- Your home has excessive dust.
- Leaky ducts can pull particles and air from attics, crawl spaces and basements and distribute them throughout your house. Sealing your ducts may be a solution.
- Your heating or cooling system is noisy.
- You could have an undersized duct system or a problem with the indoor coil of your cooling equipment.
- Your score on the Home Energy Yardstick is below five.
- That means your home energy use is above average and you're probably paying too much for your utilities.
How much does it cost to get central air?
Prices for central-air HVAC systems will vary. The national average to hire an HVAC specialist is $2,920-$3,670 but can run as high as $5,000 or even $12,000 depending on the capacity you need and other factors. Installing central air conditioning requires an entire system that works together to draw hot air out of your home. The system includes an outdoor unit, which houses the condenser and compressor, and the evaporator coils. If you don't have an existing duct system, ductwork will need to be installed, which will affect labor and material costs. Leaking or damaged ducts will also need to be replaced.
How much does it cost for a new air conditioning unit?
If you're purchasing from a big-box store, you can expect to pay approximately $120-$1,000 for a window unit. Window units are appealing for their quick setup and relatively low cost, but they can use more energy over time than central air and only cool the room in which they're installed. The price will vary depending on the type of air conditioner you buy and its cooling capacity. Window units, which require minimal installation, are one of the most affordable options on the market. Portable air conditioners don't have the cooling power of a window unit, but they do have the perk of being transportable from room to room. Expect to pay between $225 and $800 for a portable air conditioner, on average. The cost of an air conditioning system with coils, condenser and line (not including installation or ductwork) can range from approximately $2,000 to $4,000 or more. If you don't have (and don't want to put in) ducts, a ductless mini-split air conditioner is a good option, although pricey up front. Pricing can range from $650 to $4,250 per unit on average; you'll need one unit for each room in which you want temperature control.


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It has been an unfortunate week for gentlemen suffering gastrointestinal distress on the soccer pitch, as at least two professional stars displayed their athletic acumen—and their lunch—before what we assume was a grossed-out television audience.
Above we have New England Revolution defender Kevin Alston, who tossed his cookies in the first half of last night's bout with Colorado, a 2-1 Revolution victory. If you're bold enough to watch the clip, it's quite the event, but as usual we're more concerned with how broadcasters address what they're showing onscreen. "That's not good television," we're informed by announcer Brad Feldman. (Alston was substituted a few minutes later.)
Sandro is a key midfield presence for Tottenham Hotspur, and the Brazilian has proven to be a major factor in Spurs' attempt to hold onto a spot in the UEFA Champions League. He also had a bit of the weak stomach during Sunday's match against Blackburn Rovers, when in the first half he too lost his lunch. David Pleat suggests Sandro's "got a bit of sickness," while Peter Drury drolly acknowledges that "it's not a pretty picture." Sandro soldiered on to the 86th minute and had an excellent game after expelling that which troubled him.
The manner in which announcers deal with onscreen sickness is no different than any other injury. Broadcasters have an obligation to tell the game story in pictures and sound, and players being sick is part of that. Much like any gruesome injury, though, fans may not want to see it a second time—relying on the commentary to describe the delay of the game or an unexpected substitution. [MLS,Fox Soccer]


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Ohio's strengths in basic and applied research are broad and deep, spanning a multitude of academic, business and industrial organizations. The spectrum of clients served by the Ohio Supercomputer Center likewise encompasses many fields of study. This diversity attracts to Ohio eminent scholars and innovative entrepreneurs, as well as a breadth of regional, national and global research funding. A review of several of these projects reveals a physicist who leverages supercolliders and supercomputers to unlock mysteries surrounding the birth of the universe. Other researchers are speeding up the world's fastest supercomputers even more by changing the way applications are developed and instructions are communicated. And, a political scientist has employed sophisticated statistical techniques to analyze the likelihood of armed conflict. The Center strives to assist customers with basic needs, while simultaneously meeting the requirements of its most advanced customers, as evidenced by the significant projects described on the following pages.
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We featured Ahmad Brooks's premature escalation briefly yesterday, but it seems the moment from yesterday's 49ers-Panthers game deserves a bit more inspection. After all, there's not one but two meaningful moments here: the flight of Brooks and the flop of Newton.
Indeed, Cam's reaction suggests he's been spraying himself in the locker room with Eau de LeBron. Who wore it worse, commentariat?
This is a Deadspin Video, in which strange sports moments are slowed down to ridiculous speeds and matched with indie music. This video features "Let Him Fly" by Patty Griffin. See previous episodes here.
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Winter activities, whether outdoors on the slopes or indoors by the fire, are fun ways to enjoy the season. Unfortunately, families frequently overlook some winter hazards that send thousands to the emergency room each year. Here are some safety tips for the winter season:
Space Heaters – Give Them Space
- Keep flammable materials, including curtains and bedding, at least 3 feet away from space heaters.
- Place the heater on a stable, level surface. Make sure it will not be knocked over.
- Never power the heater with an extension cord or power strip. Do not leave the heater on while you are not there or while you are sleeping.
- Have working smoke alarms on every floor and in every bedroom. The early warning provided by smoke alarms can save your life.
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Snow Blower Hazards – Clear Snow Safely
- Most snow blower injuries happen when consumers try to clear snow from the discharge chute.
- First, stop the engine. Use a long stick, NOT your hands, to unclog wet snow and debris from the machine.
- NEVER leave the machine running in an enclosed area. The exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide (CO) which can kill in minutes.
- Finally, don't add gasoline to a running or hot engine and always keep the gasoline can capped correctly.
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Carbon Monoxide – The Invisible Killer
- Use portable generators outside your home and place them at least 20 feet away. Never use a generator inside a home, basement, shed or garage. The exhaust from portable generators contains poisonous CO which can kill in minutes.
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- Most generator-related deaths from CO poisoning occur during the cold months. Have working CO alarms on every level of your home and outside sleeping areas.
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Rick2893746 necesitaba un nuevo diseño de otro y lanzó un concurso de diseño en 99designs.
Un ganador ha sido elegido entre 12 diseños de 3 diseñadores freelance.
Online tutoring company for advanced college students. I want the design to make use of our company logo and colors as found on the website. We want an image of being smart, technologically sophisticated and clever, for college kids. Our professionally designed website captures our brand image and should be the model for the color and design elements to be used for the flyer.
College students. The flyers will be on bulletin boards around campus, and the words "ECONOMICS TUTOR" needs to 'pop' out in big letters, since that's what college students are looking for when browsing bulletin boards for a tutor.
Company logo and slogan (From website) should be clear.
Flyer should use colors from our website.
Flyer should include pull-off tabs on the bottom for students to pull out.
Flyer should include all the information contained in the attached file.
I'm attaching my own crude flyer design which has all the text that should be used for the flyer. Feel free to arrange the design elements and text in whatever way you deem best.
The "new master file" attached below contains the logo and slogan used for the main website. let me know if you have questions about it or need more information.


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Survey hints at Call of Juarez research by Ubisoft
A new Call of Juarez title may be in the cards as a survey has been sent out to Call of Juarez: The Cartel owners, asking them what gameplay scenarios they'd like to see.
These answers are for an "as yet unannounced game", says the emailed survey. It hints at a return to the old West, ditching the modern day setting of The Cartel.
Call of Juarez: The Cartel 2nd in UK chart, Zumba Fitness still 1st
Dance fitness game Zumba Fitness has achieved its 9th week atop the UK all format chart, and its 5th consecutive week. It... just... won't... stop... selling!
Ubisoft's Call of Juarez: The Cartel entered 2nd, while Disney's Cars 2 arrived 8th. Earth Defence Force: Insect Armageddon managed to land 15th.
PS3 Child of Eden out September 23rd, PC Call of Juarez slips
It has been confirmed that PlayStation 3's Child of Eden will be releasing in stores September 23rd. Meanwhile Call of Juarez: The Cartel has its PC copy delayed.
Still on for this Friday is the Xbox 360 and PS3 versions of Call of Juarez, but PC now retails September 16th in Europe. Ubisoft's latest schedule revealed the slip.
Seven minutes gameplay footage for Call of Juarez: The Cartel
Over 7 minutes of gameplay footage has unleashed on the internet for Call of Juarez: The Cartel, featuring nightclubs, back alleys and highway action.
There's plenty of eye candy to feast on as Ubi brings the Call of Juarez series into the modern day drug addled world. Gunfights, helicopter crashes and cussing!
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Okay everyone, I'm pretty sure Pablo is a rooster, but after 16 weeks he still has not made any crowing sounds or behaved in an ungentlemanly like manner. Picasso follows Pablo everywhere and all the other hens love him/her.
Picasso is on the left and Picasso on the right.
We made a quick video this morning so those of you with rooster knowledge can weigh in. We've never had a rooster before, but I'm pretty sure Pablo is a roo, even if he hasn't made noise. Is it possible to have a nice rooster that doesn't crow? Have we spoiled him that much?
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Chad Marshall returned to Columbus Crew training on Tuesday for the first time since suffering a concussion on May 4. Having experienced concussions previously – he missed the final two months of the 2007 season because of the symptoms – this layoff left him contemplating the possibility of a future without soccer in ways that previous injuries have not.
"Definitely I was scared," he told MLSsoccer.com after practice. "Obviously, I like playing this sport for a living and I want to continue that. The uncertainty I had for a month wondering if the symptoms were going to go away was kind of scary."
The Crew captain has had several concussions in the past five seasons but always returned within a couple of weeks. This time was different.
"This one felt more like when I got hit in 2007," he said. "It just didn't feel right. I was mentally kind of foggy [and had] all the symptoms of a concussion, like sensitivity to light. It's hard to describe. You just know you're not as crisp as you should be. You can't watch TV or look at a computer too long."
Columbus head coach Robert Warzycha said Marshall will not play Saturday vs. Real Salt Lake, but could be available July 8 at Montreal.
"He needs to do some fitness," Warzycha said. "We don't want to push him too much because he can get injured. Usually what happens is you're out two months and you try to go too fast, there's a muscle injury and you're out another two months."
Marshall, a two-time MLS Defender of the year, could not do anything to raise his heart rate for the first month after the injury. Even just riding an exercise bike and jogging were off limits. With plenty of free time he couldn't help but think about what was ahead for him.
"The worst part was not knowing if you're ever going to be symptom-free," noted Marshall.
The injury occurred during practice the day before the match at Portland on May 5 when a volley by rookie Ethan Finlay from about eight yards during a small-sided game caught Marshall flush on the right side of his head before he could react.
"The [concussions] I've gotten have been significant hits," Marshall said. "It was reported that I got a concussion just heading the ball, which wasn't the case. [Finlay] hit a hard ball. I got smacked in the side of the face. That's a good thing, I guess. [The concussions are] not just [from] regular headers."
"When you get hurt it makes you sit back and really realize what you had," Marshall added. "Hopefully I'll take advantage of that."


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The Walking Dead: Season One review: breathing new life
Telltale has completed the first season of The Walking Dead, which has already earned a groundswell of fan and critical praise. Our review takes a holistic (and spoiler-free) look at the five-episode arc.
The Walking Dead has been doled out in small chunks to an already passionate fan base. As such, the game has earned its share of accolades. Now that it has completed the arc of its first season, and the full story has come into focus, I feel confident declaring it one of my favorite games this year, and one of the best narrative experiences I've had in any game, in any year.
It wouldn't be inaccurate to use the old cliche that "man is the real monster" in Telltale's opus. Man's inhumanity plays a prominent role, and often zombies aren't nearly as terrifying as fellow survivors. We've seen that scenario play out in countless games with mixed results, but what sets The Walking Dead apart is how it forces you to lose your humanity as well. You are the real monster.
This isn't to say that the lead character, Lee, is an awful person. Even the dialogue choices that make him seem abrasive or brash can fit within his generally good-natured personality. But throughout the five-episode arc, Lee is confronted with impossible choices. As he meets, cares for, and becomes committed to protecting a young girl named Clementine, you as the player have to make decisions with no correct or easy answer. Almost every choice is perfectly justifiable, but will also harm someone, be it a member of your group or a complete stranger. As the series goes on, and your litany of sins mounts, you're held progressively more accountable for them.
The game, then, becomes an exploration on the malleability of morality. It touches themes of hope facing hopelessness and trusting in friendship and family, while conversely noting that desperate people can do severely hurtful things to each other. It manages to navigate these minefields without a hint of triteness or preachy aphorisms. The final episode culminates in truly poignant moments that inform and reflect earlier ones. In short, this is a glimpse of what game narratives offer that no other medium can.
Granted, any two playthroughs will not be radically different. The game gives an illusion of choice without actually impacting the general direction of the plot. In most cases, if a character needs to die, or live, or leave, it will happen no matter what you answer. The results are concrete, but I found the process of thinking through my decisions satisfying nonetheless. What happened wasn't nearly as important to me as why it happened.
The most difficult choices were usually given a time limit, stressing their urgency. A split-second decision might be regrettable after a moment of rational thought. But then, that's how life works too.
The game occasionally has its moments of poor action prompts, or awkward shooting sequences. The engine wasn't built to take down zombies with ease. But the design of these action moments gets refined throughout the series, developing their own rhythm. In its worst moments, I would have to retry a section after dying. Telltale wisely kept failing these moments from impacting the story. It's a weakness of the series, but on the whole it's not a scarring one.
This also isn't the game to look for if you're hungry for difficult puzzling experiences. With one or two notable exceptions, the solutions are simple and straight-forward. It's uncommon to become "stuck" as we often see in adventure titles. Long-time adventure veterans might be disappointed that the solutions aren't more complex, but I found it kept the narrative flow moving at a steady pace.
The Walking Dead is easily the most focused and cohesive adventure game I've played to date. More importantly, it's a story that invites discussion and dissection, and a credit to the narrative power of video games. Those interested in these electronic diversions as a storytelling medium simply need to experience it.
This Walking Dead review was based on an early downloadable Xbox 360 version of the game provided by the publisher. The five-episode season is also available on PlayStation 3, PC, Mac, and iOS. A retail version of the game will be available on December 4th.
Steve Watts posted a new article, The Walking Dead: Season One review: breathing new life.
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May 2016 Construction Spending Growth Rate Continues to Decline.
Written by Steven Hansen
The headlines say construction spending slowed, and was below expectations. The backward revisions make this series wacky - but the rolling averages declined.
Econintersect analysis:
Unadjusted Construction Spending - Three Month Rolling Average Compared to the Rolling Average One Year Ago
last month's graph
this month's graph
Construction spending (unadjusted data) was declining year-over-year for 48 straight months until November 2011. That was four years of headwinds for GDP.
Indexed and Seasonally Adjusted Total Construction Spending (blue line) and Inflation Adjusted (red line)
This month's headline statement from US Census:
Unadjusted Total Construction Spending Year-Over-Year (blue line) and Month-over-Month (red line) Change
Unadjusted Total Construction Spending Year-Over-Year (blue line) Since 1993
Unadjusted Private Construction Spending Year-Over-Year (blue line) and Month-over-Month (red line) Change
Unadjusted Public Construction Spending Year-Over-Year (blue line) and Month-over-Month (red line) Change
Private construction had been fueling construction growth.
Caveats on the Use of Construction Spending Data
Although the data in this series is revised for several months after issuing, the revision is generally minor. This series is produced by sampling - and the methodology varies by sector being sampled.
The headline data is seasonally adjusted. Econintersect uses the raw unadjusted data.Econintersect determines the month-over-month change by subtracting the current month's year-over-year change from the previous month's year-over-year change. This is the best of the bad options available to determine month-over-month trends - as the preferred methodology would be to use multi-year data (but the New Normal effects and the Great Recession distort historical data).
The data set for construction spending is not inflation adjusted. Econintersect adjusts using the BLS Producers Price Index - subindex New Construction (PCUBNEW-BNEW). However in the inflation adjusted graph in this post, FRED does not have this series - andEconintersect has used Producer Price Index: Finished Goods Less Energy (PPIFLE), Monthly, Seasonally Adjusted which has similar characteristics.
Construction (which historically is an major economic driver) is a literal shadow of its former self. Its contribution to GDP is down $400 billion from its peak level in 2006. The main driver of construction spending is the private sector. Here is the historical breakdown. The graph below uses US Census seasonally adjusted data.
Obvious from the above graph that public spending on construction is falling off, while private spending is slightly trending up. The overall effect is that construction spending is near the same place it was in early 2010.
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I LOVE these jewel-y tones for Fall (or anytime!)! I especially love your ideas for the Rhapsody, Gold and Titanium palette. Our family room is predominantly purple (thanks to our couches), and I'm always looking for other accent colors that won't feel too dark or too technicolor-crazy :)ReplyDelete
That strip of pantone colors just makes me happy!! :) It's a rainbow of awesome and cheerful colors. I'm really loving that spring/summer/fall of 2012 have all been colorful and fun for home decor and fashion. Great post!ReplyDelete
These colors really are beautiful! I love the chartreuse, I think when it has olive undertones it looks the most classy and fall-ish. Thanks for sharing this palette with us!ReplyDelete
I don't think I'll ever get sick of yellow and grey! I love that room!ReplyDelete
I am DYING over those pink napkins with gold dots in the last picture!!! We are working on our master bedroom (finally after 3 years in this house!) and we decided to go with a Navy and grey with a shot of pink, for me. Love these colors!ReplyDelete
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Chartreuse is one of my favorite colors ever....love, pure love.ReplyDelete
Absolutely stunning. Love the Rhapsody, Gold & Titanium. Thanks for sharing!ReplyDelete
These are all such beautiful colors. Thanks for sharing and thanks for the inspiration!ReplyDelete
Love the execution of ultramarine Green! But I love the play of rhapsody, gold & titanium... it looks so bright and refreshing! :)ReplyDelete
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The National Guard serves a dual role. Most of the time, it's under the control of individual states, with the state governor acting as commander in chief. However, the president can activate the National Guard and place it under federal control. When this occurs, guard units are used to supplement the regular Army, bolstering its forces with additional combat units.
Soldiers in the National Guard train one weekend each month, with one two-week training period each year. They're typically called into action by a state governor, who can send them to the site of any officially declared emergency in the state. This is usually a weather-related emergency, but civil unrest or terrorist attacks are other emergencies they may respond to. Guard troops can also be used for security details at borders and airports. While state governors command their state's guard troops, each state has an adjutant general who acts as a liaison, interpreting the governor's orders into specific tactical decisions.
When the president federalizes National Guard troops, they can be used in domestic emergencies much like they are used in state emergencies. However, they are not limited to use within their home state. For example, National Guard units from numerous states were used to aid in Hurricane Katrina relief efforts.
Federalized Guard troops can also be folded into the regular Army, called up to active service in military operations overseas. In World War I, 40 percent of all U.S. combat troops came from National Guard units [Source: The National Guard]. In 2005, that same percentage was true of U.S. troops in Iraq, and one out of every six U.S. soldiers killed in Iraq came from a National Guard unit [Source: PBS].
Most of the time, when someone refers to the National Guard, they're talking about the Army National Guard. However, the Air Force has a National Guard as well. The Air National Guard is a separate organization with the same functions as the Army National Guard, but units (usually wings) can be activated to supplement the U.S. Air Force. The two guards were split in this way by a reorganization of the U.S. military after World War II.
The National Guard's existence is ensured by the Constitution, which has a series of clauses outlining the states' right to create militias and the federal government's right to utilize those militias. These are a long chain of federal laws, the most important of which are the 1903 Militia Act and the National Defense Act of 1916. A recent law, the John Warner National Defense Authorization Act of 2007, expanded the president's authority to activate guard units, eliminating the need for approval from the state governor.
About half of the states in the United States also maintain a state defense force. These forces are more like militias – all of the troops are volunteers, they receive no federal funding and often have to purchase their own uniforms and equipment. A state defense force is separate from the state National Guard, though they may be organized in parallel. Technically, the president has the authority to call on these state militias when needed, but in practical terms, state defense forces are largely immune to federal activation.
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- Army national guard. "About the National Guard." http://www.ngb.army.mil/About/default.aspx
- GlobalSecurity.org. "Army National Guard." http://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/arng.htm
- Meeks, Brock N. "Guardsmen on a rescue and relief mission." http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/9117367/
- Woodruff, Judy. "National Guard Underfunded, Not Prepared for Crises." http://www.pbs.org/newshour/bb/military/jan-june07/military_03-01.html


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Later, the first batch of students in Civil Engineering graduated in 1953 from the portals of NIE. Progress of the Institute was so rapid that in 1956 the State and Union Governments recognised NIE as one of the institutions listed for development during the second and subsequent five-year plans. In 1958-59, NIE got private-aided institution status under grand-in-aid code of Karnataka Government.


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NEW YORK (Reuters) - Lance Armstrong could be jailed and cycling could be dropped from the Olympics as a result of the disgraced American athlete's reported admission that he had used performance-enhancing drugs during his racing career.
USA Today and other media said on Monday that Armstrong confessed to the doping in an interview with Oprah Winfrey to be aired later this week. The talk show host confirmed the reports on Tuesday in an appearance on the "CBS This Morning" show.
"I'm sitting here now because it's already been confirmed," Winfrey, who interviewed the Texan for more than two hours on Monday in a hotel in Austin, Texas, told CBS.
It will not come as a great surprise that Armstrong admitted he cheated his way to the top. The mountain of evidence against him was already overwhelming and the pressure to confess was building.
From the moment it was announced last week that he had agreed to the interview with Winfrey, it was widely expected that the 41-year-old cancer survivor would make some sort of confession but even Winfrey was surprised by what he said.
"He did not come clean in the manner that I expected," she said, without elaborating on the specifics.
"For myself, my team, all of us in the room, we were mesmerized and riveted by some of his answers.
"I didn't get all the questions asked, but I think the most important questions and the answers that people around the world have been waiting to hear were answered."
If a damning confession emerges, Armstrong faces the prospect of jail time, according to at least one lawyer, and the return of millions of dollars in repayments for lying about his alleged use of performance enhancing drugs during his career.
Armstrong already had been banned for life and stripped of his race wins, including seven Tour de France victories, after a U.S. Anti-Doping Agency report last year described him as the ringmaster of the "most sophisticated, professionalized and successful doping program that sport has ever seen."
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Andrew Stoltmann, a Chicago attorney, said an admission that he lied and cheated his way to the top could have serious legal implications for Armstrong.
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"His past sponsors, including Nike, Anheuser-Busch and even smaller brands like FRS and Honey Stinger, could potentially sue him for brand damages associated with his admission."
CBS reported Armstrong was in talks about repaying part of the taxpayer money he earned during his career and might be willing to testify against others involved in illegal doping.
That could open up the possibility of a reduction in his lifetime ban but only if he owned up to the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA).
"Only when Mr. Armstrong makes a full confession under oath - and tells the anti-doping authorities all he knows about doping activities - can any legal and proper process for him to seek any reopening or reconsideration of his lifetime ban commence," WADA Director General David Howman said in a statement.
Cycling, one of the showcase sports at the Olympics, also could possibly be kicked out of the Games if the sport's officials are implicated, International Olympic Committee (IOC) member Dick Pound told Reuters.
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The International Cycling Union (UCI) has already acknowledged it received a $100,000 donation from Armstrong in 2002 but has denied the money was part of covering up a positive drug test.
The UCI recently set up an independent commission to investigate the case and wants Armstrong to testify under oath.
"The UCI notes the media speculation surrounding the interview and reports that he has finally come clean and admitted doping during his cycling career," the union said.
"If these reports are true, we would strongly urge Lance Armstrong to testify to the independent commission established to investigate the allegations made against the UCI in the recent USADA reasoned decision."
Armstrong's interview with Winfrey will be broadcast over two nights - at 9:30 p.m. EST on Thursday (0230 GMT on Friday) and 9 p.m. EST on Friday (0200 GMT on Saturday).
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