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Musica Nova - The Motets
see end of review for track listing
Singer Pur (Clauda Reinhard (soprano), Klaus Wenk, Markus Zapp, Manuel
Warwitz (tenor), Reiner Schneider-Waterberg (baritone), Marcus Schmidl
(bass)), with: David Erler (alto), Andreas Hirtreiter, Gerhard Hölzle
(tenor), Michael Mantaj (bass)
rec. May-July 2011, Church St. Vitus, Bezirksklinikum Regensburg,
Germany. DDD
OEHMS OC 835 [3 CDs: 76:40 + 74:25 + 74:30]
In 1559 a remarkable collection of compositions by Adrian Willaert
was published under the title Musica Nova. This title suggests that
it comprised new compositions but that is not the case. They all date from
the 1540s but had never been published before. A contemporary musician
stated that they unfortunately had been "hidden and buried" for many years.
This is remarkable considering the status of Willaert who was one of the
most celebrated composers of his time. It was not without reason that he was
maestro di cappella of St Mark's in Venice from 1527 until his death.
Also remarkable is the fact that the collection included motets and
madrigals. This was quite unusual: collections of motets were purchased by
court and cathedral chapels to be sung during liturgy but they had no use
for madrigals. However, the music in Musica Nova was not written for
the church. It is likely that in the years before publication the motets and
madrigals were performed in the circle of Florentine fuorisciti who
had been exiled from their native city because of their resistance to the
rule of the Medici family. One of them was Neri Capponi, at whose musical
soirées Willaert was a regular guest. Another participant was a
Florentine singer, Polissena Pecorina; she was the first owner of the
collection. In 1554 she sold the scores to the Ferrarese nobleman Alfonso
d'Este. She was aware of the value of the material as she asked and received
a high price. The printer was one of Venice's most famous, Antoine Gardane,
who performed his job with utmost care. The format and layout of the
partbooks was exceptional and the print contains a portrait of the composer,
the only seemingly authentic portrait which has come down to us. Moreover,
the connection between the notes and the syllables is very precise, which
leaves no doubt about which note should be sung on which syllable.
In 2009 the German ensemble Singer Pur started the project of
recording the whole collection as a remembrance of the first publication 450
years ago. The first part was a set of two discs which included the 25
madrigals, all but one on texts from the Canzonieri by Petrarca. I
reviewed this recording here.
Three years later the second part was released, comprising the 27 motets.
Like the madrigals they are scored for four to seven voices. These use
biblical and liturgical texts; there are no motets devoted to single saints,
except for the Virgin Mary. The lyrics in the booklet include references to
the time of the ecclesiastical year for which they were conceived, for
instance Dominica Resurrectionis (Easter). I assume that these
references are part of the original edition. Most motets are in two parts,
some in three. O admirabile commercium is unique in that it comprises
seven parts, which explains its exceptional length.
Willaert's motets are supreme representatives of the stile
antico and were widely admired. There are no madrigalisms in the motets
from Musica Nova, although here and there one can detect some modest
examples of text illustration. Aspice Domine is on a text from the
Lamentations of Jeremiah, and that could explain its dark mood: it is
performed here with tenors, baritones and basses. On the other hand, many
motets are on texts about penitence and sin and have a more 'conventional'
scoring. Moreover, the pitch is mostly left to the performers.
Singer Pur consists of singers who are former members of the
Regensburger Domspatzen. The five men were joined by a soprano and they won
an important prize in 1994. Since then they have made an impressive career
with repertoire which goes from the renaissance to avant-garde and jazz. It
is remarkable that they do not include an alto. That is the reason the
ensemble is extended by guest singers in projects like this. Even so, in
some cases I miss the alto voice. There is sometimes a kind of gap between
the soprano and the male singers. That is partly due to the fact that the
highest tenors seem a little overstretched now and then and are lacking in
presence. In this recording the motets in which the alto David Erler is
involved generally come off best. Actually, the top voice could have been
sung by him as well as its tessitura is well within his grasp, at least in
the pitch chosen here.
The recording is good, but the miking is a bit too close for
comfort. It allows the listener to follow the individual lines, but a little
more distance would have resulted in a better ensemble effect. The last
issue is the pronunciation of Latin. In my reviews I often complain about
the Italian pronunciation of Latin in compositions by German composers. Here
the reverse is the case: the singers pronounce Latin following common
practice in Germany, and that is quite odd.
These points of criticism shouldn't hold anyone back from purchasing
this set and the previous volume with the madrigals. Overall these
performances are very good. This project is of major importance and a worthy
tribute to one of the greatest composers of the 16th century. The booklet
includes all lyrics with a German and an English translation. It is a shame
that the original texts and the translations have not been printed side by
side; rather than one below the other. That is quite inconvenient if you
want to follow the original text and read the translation at the same time.
The liner-notes are informative and include everything one would wish to
Johan van Veen
Track listing
Huc me sidereo a 6 [9:25]
Dilexi, quoniam exaudiet a 4 [6:20]
Audite insulae a 6 [6:23]
Haec est domus Domini a 6 [6:43]
Verbum supernum prodiens a 7 [8:16]
Confitebor tibi Domine a 4 [8:51]
Te Deum Patrem ingenitum a 7 [6:36]
Beati pauperes spiritu a 5 [7:43]
Sustinuimus pacem a 5 [6:14]
Praeter rerum seriem a 7 [7:15]
Alma redemptoris mater a 6 [7:46]
Mittit ad virginem a 6 [12:35]
Benedicta es coelorum Regina a 7 [7:03]
Salve Sancta parens a 6 [7:06]
Inviolata, integra, et casta a 7 [7:04]
Sub tuum praesidium confugimus a 5 [4:48]
O admirabile commercium a 5 [27:35]
Aspice Domine a 6 [8:38]
Peccata mea a 6 [6:22]
Domine, quid multiplicati sunt a 4 [7:12]
Pater, peccavi a 6 [7:25]
Miserere nostri Deus omnium a 5 [6:29]
Avertatur obsecro a 6 [6:52]
Omnia quae fecisti a 5 [7:56]
Recordare Domine a 4 [8:44]
Victimae paschali laudes a 6 [6:48]
Veni Sancte Spiritus a 6 [9:29]


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Author: Joy
I am a writer, photog, mother of 3, wife to the love of my life and a seeker of Christ. I talk about this journey as a recovering narcissistic, self loathing, hypocrite. The goal is to start a conversation through either words or moments captured through the lens. Most importantly, it has to be authentic. Otherwise, what's the point?
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These darn christians I sat in front of and beside in science are just plain annoying. They just randomly started talking about how reincarnation is stupid. The girl was talking about how her pastor said that is you cared about someone, that they should tell them about Jesus; and if you didn't care about someone, let them go to hell. The boy thought it would be hilarious for me to die 64 times a day in eternal flames. They both came to the conclusion that it would be amusing if I was wrong, and that they were ashamed of me. That's great for them and all, but why do they even have to talk to me?
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it would be interisting to die 64 times a day. but it alos would be interisting if they were wrong, and when you all get to the void, then you can spend all eternity saying "i told you so" and if you say ont thing about my selling, or my grammer i will flood your comments with quotes from charlie the unicorn. got it???????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????
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About the author: Wade Shepard is the founder and editor of Vagabond Journey. He has been traveling the world since 1999, through 90 countries. He is the author of the book, Ghost Cities of China, and contributes to The Guardian, Forbes, Bloomberg, The Diplomat, the South China Morning Post, and other publications.


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Sydney, acting out proven coping methods for her gender, requested that we bake a different sweet together just about every day. We baked muffins, and vegan cocoa fudge cookies, and, with pretty much the last dregs of the pantry supplies, a heart-shaped cake.
You can use any standard cake recipe for a heart-shaped cake. I used the 1-2-3-4 cake from The Art of Simple Food, with an absurd number of substitutions due to the oddness of our pantry (I try to shop only every other week now, due to the oddness of our budget, you could say, so it's typical for recipes to turn odd after a week or so). Let's see...I actually used the eggs that the recipe called for, even though I don't normally eat eggs, because Matt eats them and he wasn't home TO eat them. Instead of milk I used the rest of the organic cow's milk yogurt and then the rest of the soy yogurt--together they came to exactly the right amount, yay! Instead of cake flour I used organic, unbleached all-purpose flour. Instead of the butter I used the rest of the homemade Mason jar butter that the girls and I made earlier last week, and Earth Balance.
Despite the way it sounds, the cake came out excellent--perhaps slightly on the dry side, which made it perfect for picking up and eating out of hand, which we all prefer, anyway.
The real trick to baking a heart-shaped cake is to divide the recipe, and bake the cake in both a square pan and a round pan:
The other option is to bake the square part of the cake in a rectangular cake pan and just cut it down, but that method wastes some cake, and this method won't.
Cut the round cake exactly in half:
Turn the square cake so that it's a diamond, with a point down and a point up. Put the flat side of each half-circle against one of the top sides of the diamond:
I made a batch of vegan buttercream frosting from Vegan Cupcakes Take over the World--don't shame me, but I was almost out of Earth Balance and I didn't have cow's milk butter, so I used Crisco from the can that I'm saving to make soap with! I don't regret it, though--that icing was perfectly white and pure-looking, and took food coloring gorgeously. I divided the frosting and let the girls each choose two colors--Willow chose purple and green, and Sydney chose two colors of pink that were practically identical, and refused to let me darken either one even a little.
Then, basically, I got out of their way:
A perfectly-decorated cake!
And delicious:
And because it's really two cakes, there are plenty of leftovers!


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Retired Slippery Rock professor killed in freak accident at sandwich shop
Glen Brunken, 69, suffers neck injury after falling through glass door
A retired Slippery Rock University professor has died after an apparent freak accident in which he fell through a glass door at a sandwich shop and cut his neck.
Glen Brunken, who used a cane to walk, was at Bob's Sub & Sandwich Shop on South Main Street about noon Monday when he apparently tripped and went head-first through the glass door.
"There was blood everywhere all over the sidewalk and then I saw -- looked to be a cane," said resident Amy Nevel, who lives near the sandwich shop.
He was semi-conscious when paramedics arrived at the store, officials said. Brunken, 69, was taken to nearby Grove City Medical Center, and later flown to UPMC Presbyterian in Pittsburgh, where he was pronounced dead.
Slippery Rock University officials confirmed to Channel 4 Action News' Andrew Del Greco that Brunken taught art at the school for 40 years, beginning in 1969 until he retired in 2009.
"It's terrible that he's so young, 69 is really not that old," said Slippery Rock student James Stevens.
"I knew him in college as a great guy, he always talked to people, he was very friendly, and helped people out whenever they needed it," said Slippery Rock resident Bill Sonntag.
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Guest artist Dorian Leljak will present a piano recital on Monday, Feb. 6, at 7:30 p.m. at Hope College in Dimnent Memorial Chapel.
The public is invited. Admission is free.
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He has appeared in recital and with orchestras including the Windstrings Orchestra, Wyoming Symphony Orchestra, Yale Philharmonia Orchestra, Belgrade Philharmonics, Belgrade Radio-Television Orchestra, Voyvodina Philharmonics, Yale Repertory Orchestra and many others. Leljak also enjoys a successful career as a chamber musician, establishing collaborations with cellist Istvan Varga and Pianist Ninoslav Zivkovic. In 2002 he made his debuts in Carnegie Hall and Boston Philharmonia Hall.
Leljak is professor of piano at the Academy of Arts in Novi Sad and also teaches at the Royal College of Music in London. His previous engagements include teaching at the Yale School of Music. He has studied with Arbo Valdma and with Boris Berman (DMA, Yale University).
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Enjoy the Marriage of Your Dreams
- Whitney Hopler Crosswalk.com Contributing Writer
- 2005 19 Mar
When you took marriage vows on your wedding day, you undoubtedly had many dreams for your marriage. You most likely still do, no matter what's happened in your marriage since then. And God Himself has great dreams for your marriage - that you and your spouse will enjoy close, loving relationships with Him and each other, and that your life together will bring about much good in the world.
But just like the ancient Israelites of the Bible, you may find that you haven't yet reached the Promised Land of which you dream. If your marriage is stuck in the wilderness of problems, don't give up. You can still enjoy the marriage of your dreams, with God's help.
Here's how you can make dreams for your marriage come true:
Spend lots of time together. Make your marriage a top priority. Schedule as much time as you possibly can to give each other your undivided attention on a regular basis.
Learn about each other. Strive to constantly discover new things about your partner - his or her likes, dislikes, personality quirks, etc. Understand that there is always more for you to learn about your spouse, no matter how long you've been married.
Live by your vows. Reject the idea of marriage as a contract that has an escape clause. Remember that it's a sacred covenant you made with God and each other, promising to stay together no matter what. Stay committed.
Don't stop having fun. Reminisce about ways you and your partner had fun together when your marriage was happy. Start doing those same things again. Enjoy each other.
Watch out for germs that can infect your marriage. Avoid withdrawal (leaving physically or emotionally whenever a conflict arises), escalation (increasing an argument's intensity or volume until it spirals out of control), belittling (calling each other insulting names or using demeaning language), and negative beliefs (believing a lie about your spouse, or accepting that something is far more negative than it really is).
Understand your fear dance. Think about the ways you "dance" in conflict as you deal with your fears. Describe a recent conflict or negative situation with your spouse - something that really "pushed your button." Then consider how that conflict made you feel about yourself. How did you react when you felt that way?
Identify what strategies you usually use to cope with that feeling. Know that once you understand your fear dance, you'll be able to break the unhealthy rhythm and learn new dance steps to create a healthier way of interacting with your spouse.
Take responsibility for your actions. Instead of focusing on what your partner does or doesn't do, focus on yourself. Take personal responsibility for how your own behavior affects your marriage. Realize that you can't control another person's behavior. Stop trying to change your spouse; know that only God can do that. Know that you can't force your partner to act in a way that pleases you, but you can decide to act in a way that will help your marriage.
Don't blame your spouse for pushing your fear buttons. Accept the fact that you are 100 percent responsible for yourself, your buttons, and how you react when your buttons get pushed. Rather than trying to force your spouse into your own dreams for your marriage, strive to discover what dreams God has for your marriage and submit to those dreams, trusting in His wisdom.
Learn to laugh. Expect that making changes to your relationship - even though they're good changes - will be stressful. As you and your partner deal with the uncertainty of change, use humor to relieve the stress.
Forgive your spouse. Understand that you must choose to forgive your spouse whenever he or she wrongs you, whether or not you feel like forgiving or you think that your partner deserves it. Know that since God has forgiven you of your own sins, He expects you to be willing to forgive others.
Rely on the Holy Spirit's help to go through the process of forgiveness, as often as your spouse hurts you. Realize that God doesn't expect you to forget the wrong or condone sinful actions, but He does expect you to release your spouse from ever repaying you or making the wrong right. Trust God to heal your wounds much better than a person could. Let God free you from the poisons of bitterness, rage, hatred, and vengeance.
Seek your spouse's forgiveness. Talk to your spouse gently and humbly. Remember that your approach sets of the tone of the conversation. Ask your spouse to let you know specific ways that you have hurt him or her. Acknowledge every aspect of your wrongdoing and commit to trying to do better in the future. Keep your focus on what you did to your spouse rather than on what your spouse did to you; clean up the only part of the mess for which you're responsible - your own behavior.
Learn to honor each other. Treat your spouse like the priceless treasure he or she is in God's eyes. Remind yourself that God made both you and your partner in His image and wants you to treat each other with dignity and respect.
Ask God to open your eyes to your partner's value. Make a list of all your partner's positive qualities. Believe in your spouse's dreams - including his or her legitimate dreams for your marriage - as you each deal with life's pressures. Encourage your spouse to express his or her opinions, concerns, and expectations.
Take good care of yourself. Remember that you can't give well to your spouse if you don't first take care of your own needs. Take care of your mind by regularly studying and gaining new knowledge. Take care of your body by getting enough exercise and sleep, eating a nutritious diet, and avoiding harmful addictions to things like cigarettes, alcohol, and caffeine. Take care of your spirit by praying regularly, participating in a biblical church, and studying the Bible, and constantly growing closer to God. Take care of your emotions by knowing what you're feeling when, and understanding how best to react to those feelings.
Think positive thoughts. Replace negative thoughts with positive ones. Ask yourself if you could have mistakenly interpreted your partner's actions in an overly negative way. Substitute a more reasonable response for the negative thought in question. Consider alternative explanations for what your spouse does.
Methodically focus on what your spouse does right. Understand that happiness is largely a choice, and you can make it.
Find treasures in your trials. Write down the most painful trails you've endured in your marriage. Then list all the benefits you've experienced as a result of those trials - ways God has used them to make you more mature. Remember that it's possible to find treasures in even the worst circumstances.
View conflict as a doorway to intimacy. Don't avoid conflict. Recognize that it can be a useful tool to build your marriage, if you and your spouse properly navigate it. When discussing an issue about which you disagree, take turns being the listener and the speaker. The listener should focus on the speaker's feeling and emotions, then repeat back what he or she heard for clarity, without editing, evaluating, or defending himself or herself.
The speaker should share needs or feelings using "I" statements rather than "You" statements that blame the listener. The speaker should stick to one subject and avoid bringing up past issues or starting a new argument. The speaker also should give bite-sized pieces of information that the listener can remember easily. When the speaker feels heard, understood, and validated and the listener has captured the essence of what has been said, you can switch roles.
Remember that you're both on the same team and will either lose or win together. Look for a win-win solution to the problem at hand.
Relinquish control to God. Depend on God's unlimited power instead of your own limited power to handle tough situations in your marriage. Know that you can overcome obstacles only with God's help. Pray with your spouse daily. Set healthy boundaries in your marriage (such as calling a time-out when an argument becomes too heated) so your heart doesn't harden toward your spouse. Keep your heart open for God to use to accomplish His purposes.
Create a marriage purpose statement. Think and pray about what principles you want to guide your marriage. Then write a statement with your spouse that expresses them and reminds you both of what's important as you interact with each other. Enjoy building the marriage of your dreams!
Adapted from The Marriage You've Always Dreamed Of by Dr. Greg Smalley, copyright 2005 by The Smalley Publishing Group, LLC. Published by Tyndale House Publishers, Wheaton, Ill., www.tyndale.com.
Greg Smalley earned his doctorate in clinical psychology from Rosemead School of Psychology at Biola University in southern California. He also holds a master's degree in counseling psychology from Denver Seminary. Dr. Smalley is the president and CEO of the Smalley Relationship Center, located in Branson, Missouri. He teaches at the monthly Marriage for a Lifetime marriage seminar across the United States. Greg and his wife, Erin, are the parents of two daughters, Taylor and Maddy, and a son, Garrison. The family lives in Branson, Missouri.


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'Gossip Girl' Star Leighton Meester Dating 'The O.C.' Actor Adam Brody
It's a match made in teen TV drama heaven! The actors, who starred together in the 2011 film 'The Oranges,' have been getting cozy. Do YOU think they make a cute couple?
Cue the primetime TV drama music — Leighton Meester, 26, and Adam Brody, 33, are now a couple! The Gossip Girl star and her fellow TV actor beau, who gained fame during his five seasons on The O.C., have been "hanging out," according to Us Weekly.
"They were always close and friendly," source tells the magazine.
The couple starred together in the 2011 film The Oranges, a comedy-drama that also featured Catherine Keener and Hugh Laurie.
Leighton had been dating Aaron Himelstein, 27, but the two split over the holidays. Adam, meanwhile, was linked to director Lorene Scafaria, who wrote Nick and Nora's Infinite Playlist in 2008.
Even though the new couple has been keeping their relationship low-key, they have already been spotted out and about. They traveled to Bangkok earlier in the year, and were spotted at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art on Feb. 1 checking out exhibits.
Adam first gained notoriety as the goofy comic book-loving teen Seth Cohen on The O.C., which premiered on Fox in 2003. Throughout the show's four seasons he also appeared in several films, including Thank You for Smoking, Mrs. & Mrs. Smith and most recently Seeking a Friend for the End of the World.
Leighton is best known for her role as Blair Waldorf on the CW's Gossip Girl, which ran for six seasons and ended in December 2012.
We love that these two teen heartthrobs have found each other — and hope their relationship lasts! What do YOU think of Leighton and Adam dating HollywoodLifers?
— Christina Stiehl
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In Our Own ImageEssays by Fred Ritchin
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Twenty years ago, Fred Ritchin's In Our Own Image presciently outlined many of the ways in which the digital age would transform society. This groundbreaking book was the first to ask pointed questions that are increasingly relevant today. By the time a second edition was published in 1999, many of Ritchin's predictions had come true: computer embellishment of imagery had become a staple in the media and, given the widespread use of graphic software, had significantly diminished photography's special role as a credible witness: Newsday had published the first "future" news photograph of two feuding ice skaters as they would meet the next day, and on its cover, Time magazine darkened and blurred an image of the celebrity O. J. Simpson in order to lift "a common police mug shot to the level of art, with no sacrifice to truth."Aperture is pleased to reissue this seminal text, featuring a preface by the author that contextualizes the book for a contemporary audience.
Fred Ritchin is professor of photography and imaging at New York University's Tisch School of the Arts. He was picture editor of the New York Times Magazine (1978–82), executive editor of Camera Arts magazine (1982–83), and the founding director of the Photojournalism and Documentary Photography Program at the International Center of Photography (1983–86). Ritchin is the author of After Photography (2009), as well as numerous essays and the blog afterphotography.org. He lives in New York City.
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Emma Stone and Jimmy Fallon had a heated lip sync battle on "The Tonight Show."
Before they faced off, Stone talked to Fallon about her new obsession: young mother blogs.
"This is a pretty amazing section of the internet," Stone, 25, said. "There are women my age who are mothers and I can't even get my life together enough to put furniture in an apartment."
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The actress also revealed an unexpected challenge director Marc Webb had while shooting "The Amazing Spider-Man 2" in New York. His crew would explode cars in the city, however New Yorkers would walk by them unfazed. Consequently, Webb actually had to hire people to act surprised for the film.
Finally, Stone and Fallon took turns on the mic and mimed songs like DJ Khaled's "All I Do Is Win" and Styx's "Mr. Roboto."
Although the late night host gave it his all, Emma amazed the audience with her ability to lip sync lightning fast lyrics.
Fallon has also held similar battles with John Krasinski, Paul Rudd and both Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Stephen Merchant.
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Summer vacation means it's time to go camping! This past weekend we headed up to Grand Lake, CO for some outdoor family fun.Camping with a family takes some serious planning. This isn't our first time, so we already have all the camping gear we need. That just leaves meal planning and packing up the car. This isn't exactly a "how to" post, just a glimpse of some ideas I have and some I found online that worked for me.
Our Meals:
Day 1 Dinner- Hot dogs and Brats
When you first get to your campsite you have a lot to do with setting everything up. Any easy dinner is best, no need to add to the stress.
Dessert- S'mores!
Day 2 Breakfast- Scrambled eggs, sausage, and biscuits
Cooked the sausage and eggs on our stove. I forgot to take a photo but this was the first time I made biscuits over a campfire! I got a tube of Pillsbury Grands, placed them in a foil baking pan and covered with foil. Set them on the grate over the fire. Worked great! The bottoms got a little burned but that easily peeled off.
Lunch- Tortilla Chip Tacos
I prepared beef with taco seasoning ahead of time and I added in a can of black beans. After the meat was cooled, I dumped it in a ziploc bag. This is super fast to heat up over a fire or on a stove. After meat and beans are heated up, just dump on some pre-shredded cheese, pre-chopped lettuce and I brought along some sour cream for me. Everyone can gather around and scoop up with tortilla chips. You don't even need plates!
Dinner- Chicken Parm Sandwiches
So these aren't exactly Chicken Parm since my chicken isn't breaded but close enough. Like my lunch, this meat was prepared ahead of time and just reheated. I took chicken breast and cut up into small pieces. I seasoned it and cooked on the stove top with some onions and green peppers. Allow to cool and place in a ziploc bag. For both this and the taco meat, I froze them at home. It stays cold longer and helps to keep the cooler cold longer. I reheated this over the fire in a foil baking pan. Place chicken in roll with some cheese then toast over fire! These were so good,I think I'll start making them at home too!
My daughter wasn't down with chicken so she used the pie iron to make make a spaghetti and garlic bread sandwich!
Dessert- Apple Crisp
Prep the crumble mixture at home ahead of time and place in a ziploc. I don't measure stuff but my mixture contains butter, brown sugar, white sugar, flour, oatmeal and cinnamon. This takes some time to cook the apples so start prepping this one same time as dinner. Cut up apples and cover with sugar mixture. Word to the wise...in the past I packed this in aluminum foil and cooked over the fire, occasionally flipping it over so it would cook evenly. Worked great. This year I placed in a foil baking pan and covered...it burned on the bottom. because of the sugar and maybe our too large fire. This one failed this year. I would definitely go back to the foil packet that you flip.
Day 3 Breakfast- Cereal or whatever you an find in the cooler while I'm packing!
It's already time to go and check out at this campsite is 11am. Some of us had cereal and others decided Chef Boyardee sounded good. Anything fast and not a lot of clean up is good for me.
The Dollar Store has some great supplies you can use for camping. Here's what I bought there before we left:
- outdoor solar lights
- plastic table cloth
- foil baking pans
- kid toys(shovel & bucket)
- plastic spoons
- hand sanitizer
- glow sticks
- playing cards
- kid flashlights
- matches
Entertainment is essential with kids. It takes about five minutes for them to get bored. Before we left I printed them maps to color in for the license plate game and a scavenger hunt list. I should have also printed them a real map to where we were going so they could follow along the route. I can't tell you how many times I was asked "How much longer?" We've stayed at this particular campsite before(Elk Creek Campground) and we come back because it's perfect for us. Besides the perfect location right outside of Rocky Mountain National Park, they have awesome bathrooms, a game room, playground, and small stream running through the property. My kids had a great time panning for gold and trying to catch minnows.
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Congratulations makers of "Black Swan". You found a way to make a minute long video of Natalie Portman dancing around the most unattractive thing I've ever seen. Here's what I assume the direction for this was like. "YES! That was good, now do it one more time with more German in your eyes. Ya! Das ist gut mein fraulein!"
Just when you think there's no good left in the world you find out that "The Walking Dead" scored 5.6 million viewers this past Sunday. This is actually more than the pilot episode and all signs point to this Sunday's season finale doing even better. If "Glee" ends up getting canceled my entire outlook on life is going to change.
For those of you who didn't get a chance to see "Hatchet II" before America flexed its biceps and yanked it from theaters, you're in luck. The slasher flick will get an On Demand release on December 1st and more importantly be available on countless torrent sites by the end of the week. I can't be the only one who wants to see the makers of this movie end up homeless. Somebody else chime in here!
Kevin Smith plans on screening his new creepy flick "Red State" at Sundance in 2011 and apparently wants to immediately auction off distribution rights after the screening. People of Hollywood I am speaking to you directly now. I've never asked you for anything but for this I will beg. Please, when that no talent overrated pile of turds starts the bidding please please please don't bid. I want to see what it looks like when a human actually cries cake frosting and this may be my only chance.
The writer of "Sorority Row" and "Piranha 3D" updates his blog with news/thoughts on both films, both of which he feels are going to turn out really well. "Sorority Row" is apparently completely finished at this point, and according to him lives up to his original script, which as he says was "Scary. Funny. Tense. Stylish. Bloody. Sexy". I did actually get most of that from the trailer, so consider me excited.
Here are the specs for the new "Night of the Creeps" DVD, and damn, I have to say they're going all out with the special features. Once this one's off our list, what's the next big horror title that needs to be released on DVD? My other major one was "Phantasm II", but that one was also announced recently.
Natalie Portman attached to Darron Aranofsky's supernatural thriller "Black Swan". Yes please.
Just as I was ranting on the podcast last night about how much I dislike Rob Zombie's "Halloween", up popped the news on Twitter that the full official site for the sequel is now live. It was interesting timing, to say the least.
Danny Trejo says that Robert Rodriguez is prepping to shoot "Machete" in 5 weeks time.


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As far as I can figure, thee should be the steps for a successful application:
1. Assign a control number.
2. Ensure the payment clears.
3. Check the paperwork for accuracy.
3a. If applicable, look at the trust documents.
4. Run background check(s) on applicant/responsible parties.
5. Mark the application as "approved.
6: Issue the stamp.
It took two months for NFA Branch to process and approve a Form 3.
My Form 4 (trust) is at 9 months and counting, and it is unfathomable to me why it would take so long.


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When I first came across Kitchen Creatures, I was intrigued with their no-frills dining concept. Simply put, all food at Kitchen Creatures are nett price. This means there are no extra costs, no government tax and service charge. Certainly, this notion was a welcome change and prompted me to give this restaurant a try last weekend during lunch hour.
Apart from the name of the restaurant, their menu was also creatively designed. Inside, a plethora of food were just waiting for us to sink our teeth into.
I took the Monster Platter (RM 15) for starters which came with fried shrimp, mushrooms, mini chicken wings and nachos. The waiter apologised to us as they ran out of calamari rings but promptly substituted them with additional shrimps. Clearly, the name itself was a good indication of the huge plate which they served the food on. The portion was also quite reasonable and can be considered as main course if you are not a big eater.
And speaking of the shrimps, they were fresh and nicely fried. The shrimps were also tasty.
The mushrooms were also equally good. I rarely had fried mushrooms but the ones at Kitchen Creatures have made me look forward to eating them in the future.
The nachos were very big in size but somehow it weren't as cheesy or spicy as I hoped they would be.
Thankfully, the chicken wings fared better. They were moist and tasty. I wished they would have given us at least two more pieces. Oh… that was gluttony speaking on my behalf.
The combination of sour cream with tomato ketchup had me dipping the food into these two sauces. I even asked for a second helping as the first one finished in no time at all.
Next up was the Chicken Shiitake (RM 15). It was basically grilled chicken breast accompanied with some buttered vegetables and spaghetti noodles.
Hmm… does buttered vegetables means they are fried with butter?
Ever heard of roasted capsicum sauce before? Well, it was the first time I came across it. The sauce was poured onto the chicken breast. It sure looks good and tasted even better! Slices of shiitake mushrooms were found underneath the chicken.
And what did yours truly had on that day? Behold… The Big Daddy Monster Burger! If you are game for something huge, this is it. The burger is so huge that you will gasp in awe when it is put on the table. It came with double patty (choice of chicken or beef), bacon, cheese and vegetables. For RM 18, I say it is value for money. You won't find any burger that big for that price.
Putting the size aside, how does it taste? Well it wasn't all the bad. I sliced the burger into two portions and the first half was rather dry in my opinion. The second half tasted much better as the sauce (presumably) was not evenly distributed.
In the end, I felt so full after eating the entire burger. I even skipped my dinner on that day and did not feel hungry the next morning.
Yeah, I guess Big Daddy Monster Burger sure lives up to its name.
Overall, I would consider Kitchen Creatures as nice place to eat. Of course, the no-frills dining concept will definitely means that what you eat is what you pay. Recommended!
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A sunrise over a strange and unfamiliar horizon, 7.08 am 20 March 2013, taken from the mouth of the Kallang River. It wasn't so long ago that the view would have been towards the pods of the former Oasis Restaurant; the silhouettes not of the clutter of tower cranes that have become all too common a sight in Singapore, but that of the floodlight towers of the old National Stadium.
The old stadium, home of the once feared Kallang Roar, with its many memories of days when football was played and supported for the love of the game, has since been torn down, and out of the ashes of the well loved grand old dame, a new stadium – the Singapore Sports Hub is rising. That is scheduled to be opened in April 2014.


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It is a Return-to-Base (RTB) warranty which means all faulty items must be returned to us for assessment. The original receipt/invoice must be provided as a proof of purchase.
Within the warranty period, if the phone has any mechanical malfunctions, we will provide repairs. A replacement will be offered if we are unable to repair the phone. A refund will be only provided if we could not repair the phone or offer a replacement. Our warranties will be covered by our own service department when possible.
To return a phone, the customer needs to cover his/her postage and we will cover ours. However, if there are no mechanical malfunctions or personal damages found in the phone or phone accessories, the customer will need to cover postage for both. A faulty item must be returned within 7 days upon a mutual agreement of return by both parties.
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Great news... amazingly as soon as I wrote the last post my new AW cells turned up...
I charged them straight away.... and the UI functions much better...
It is much easier to change from hi to low....
Great news... amazingly as soon as I wrote the last post my new AW cells turned up...
I charged them straight away.... and the UI functions much better...
It is much easier to change from hi to low....
The more experience I have with the 3S converter the more I realize that as the battery gets taxed for power while driving the LED at the high level, the more finicky it becomes in its ability to shift to low from high. The warm XP-G LED's I am working with seem to typically have a higher Vf than the cool and stock LED's and as a result are more demanding of the power source.
The SunDrops on the other hand with their lower drive current to the Nichia 083 are much easier to shift through levels even though they have relatively high Vf's.
I believe the controller could have been programmed to always come on at a given level but my choice was for it to come on in the last level used. If the controller was set to always come on in low for instance, I would guess that the shifting out of high would not be an issue at times but this is just a guess. These are black boxes to me. The point is moot though because I have a bunch of these drivers on hand and they will be lasting me for a while here. I am not compelled to make any change if and when the time comes to have a new run of converters made, either.
To anticipate an alternate suggestion for the future, I have a very strong aversion to a converter that is capable of being programmed via a bunch of presses and pushes and incantations. If I were capable of converter design and programming I might be more comfortable with such an approach but I'm not.
Anyway, glad to hear that the latest cells are more friendly in the light for you!!
Build Prices .... some mods and builds (not 4 sale) "Nature can be cruel- but we don't have to be."~ Temple Grandin
You were 100% correct about the batteries when you emalied me!
It is so much better ... I am thrilled...
Obviously those Ultrafires are not a patch on the AWs...
Is it worth trying the IMRs?
I want to start by saying the Haiku XR-E is a no bullsh** flashlight. I almost bought the thing just to prove to myself that all the hipe was nonsense. I figured that if it was I would just sell it and be done. Wrong! This thing is great. No rings in the beam at all that I can tell. The colors of everything I shine it on are as true to life as any light I own including my 20 or so incans. The feel in the hand is almost perfect and comfortable for my hand size. The power output is perfect for a lightweight portable daily use flashlight. I can do handstands and the clip keeps it in my pocket. It's attractive and well balanced. It doesn't get too hot running a long time on high. The switch is light enough to press comfortably but not too light. The grip is sure and solid but not sharp or rough. It's watertight. What the F! I can't find anything wrong with it!
I do have two questions though:
I just bought SFfanman's old Haiku. I don't see the PWM or flicker at all! What am I looking for? Is it supposed to look like a high speed blink. Could it be that my batteries ar different? Newer?
Also, this light must have been heavily carried because it is scratched very lightly all over. What can I do to polish it up?
Thanks in advance,
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A light shines through us upon things, and makes us aware that we are nothing, but the light is everything. ~Ralph Waldo Emerson You can't have a light without a dark to stick it in. ~Arlo Guthrie
And as GregWormald said, any good polish will take those scratches away. For a "just like new" look, get yourself some extra fine Scotchbrite pads and do a light buffing, then follow that up with a polish (I prefer Wenol - you can get it here - a tube lasts forever and you won't believe the amount of oxidization you'll remove) with a soft cloth and it'll look just like new!
Enjoy that light - it's a great first McGizmo - but I'll bet it won't be your last!
Glad you like the light! The only way I can see the PWM is by putting the light in low and waving it rapidly in hand and looking down at the source from the side. I can see a broken streak of light. I gather others can detect the PWM even with the light stationary but I am not one of those. I am confident that if you try wand waving with the light on low and likely medium as well, you will be able to detect the PWM.
On a related note, the 6V LE that I am now using in the Makai 6V 2x123 offering can also be used as a driver for a Haiku 2x123 although I would set the current down to the 650 mA range because of the smaller head. I don't plan to offer such a light in any wave but it can be built on request. The reason I bring this up is that I can't detect the PWM in the 6V LE on low even with the wand waving technique. I would be curious if those sensitive to PWM can detect the PWM in the 6V LE.
Build Prices .... some mods and builds (not 4 sale) "Nature can be cruel- but we don't have to be."~ Temple Grandin
Thanks to all for the help. Since I don't plan on waving it around I guess I'll just forget about PWM. I will try a few of the suggestions on polishing and let you know how it goes.
Edit: Thanks run4jc the Scotchbrite pads and Brasso worked perfectly (I didn't want to order the Wenol since I already had Brasso on hand). I can't see any more marks after a fair amount of elbow grease.
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A light shines through us upon things, and makes us aware that we are nothing, but the light is everything. ~Ralph Waldo Emerson You can't have a light without a dark to stick it in. ~Arlo Guthrie
Wonderful light. Very happy with the build, output, and tint.
1 question regarding the UI:
My light will not change levels unless the power interrupt is extremely short. I'm talking roughly 100ms or less. Nowhere near the 1 second stated. Is this normal, or may there be something wrong with this particular light.
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No mine is the same.....
Something to do with the driver..... seems to work better with fresh IMRs for some reason..... It is the only minor problem with the light IMO.
They seem to need some "break in" too. I know that doesn't make any sense as it is electronics, but mine were glitchier when they were brand new, but after I cycled through a couple dozen times, they change much more reliably, even with primaries. Maybe it was more a matter of training my thumb, but it seemed that after some playing, it cycled through the modes easier. Might be worth a try. Just quick click 30 times and see what happens..
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I would prefer a 100ms switch time. Nothing worse than switching the brightness unintentionally.
In no order: HDS/Malkoff/OVEREADY/McGizmo/Sky Lumen -PSM
The switching time is very short but is not difficult to master. IMO The mcclicky switch Is better than everything else on the market.
Trying to fast click a flat tail cap Like those on some other lights is nearly impossible for me. But I have no difficulty with this light.
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My Gizmo's switch levels much more irregularly on primary 123's, and on dying cells in general.
Gosh I love the McClicky switch.
Stay sharp and bright for life.
Have your knife and light handy at all times.
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I would love to get another haiku XML with a FETtie switch in it!
I will send Jesse a message and see if he can make one small enough.
what's the exact weight of the Titanium Haiku? (without batteries, and with batteries)
Exactly 79g (2.78oz) empty, 98.7g (3.450z) with an AW black label RCR. Which weighs 4.2g more than a SF primary. YMMV.
Thanks for the answer!! The 79g is then exact double weight of my quark AA (45g) which i edc clipped to my front left trouser pocket. i dont even want to pocket carry my p1a (59g!) because of the weight difference to my quark, i am serious about it.
so you Haiku owners dont really care about/mind the weight? (at least it's not as heavy as the HDS Ra Clicky lol)
i do like the looks and the material of Ti lights, but in terms of practicality (pocket clip reversible, weight, change heads/UI, dimensions, AA/14500, ..) imho the quark still beats the Haiku Ti. i dont want to launch a discussion; to each his own. If i owned the Haiku Ti, i'd use it as shelf-queen; and then ask myself over and over again why i had bought it if i prefer to actually use/edc my quark.
Too heavy for my taste. Same with HDS. Oh well. Not a big deal to you guys, so let's move on. Thanks again for the numbers!
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I carry a Haiku and a Mule clipped to my front left pocket. I haven't noticed the weight being an issue.
Besides, when you add in the weight of a leather wallet, an iPhone, a mid sized folder, a Prybaby, a Ti Mako, a chapstick, some keys, and whatever else finds its way into my pockets, what's a couple grams?
But if you really wouldn't carry it for that reason, don't buy it. McGizmos aren't made to sit on shelves anyways.
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Amen, nbp.
you win
Dont feed the trolls.
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You have to start wearing a belt, you can carry more cool stuff (like McGizmos) in your pockets without the weight sagging your pants.
All kidding aside, the Haiku "rides smaller" than its size would suggest. In jeans I find it is no problem to carry it, or carry two actually. The excellent clip has much to do with this. In dress pants I agree it is a bit large and I tend to go for something smaller, like a Muyshondt.
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The switching issue probably has more to do with getting used to the feel of the switch than anything else. Yes, the switching window is short, but it will always be "finicky" until your brain learns exactly how long the switching window is.
Not counting accumulated change from purchases during the day, I'm just under one pound in my pockets out the door on a work day. Two wallets, XM-18, cellphone, Haiku, Leatherman sideclip, generic ballpoint pen, mini SAK/ mini bic lighter/ EO1 on a splitring. This is despite efforts to streamline. Haiku is barely noticeable. I agree that the clip aids in this, it rides very securely without moving. I've carried lighter, I've not carried better. Haikus rule.
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OOO, good idea! I will weigh all my stuff at work tomorrow on our analytical scales. I imagine it is probably at least a pound as well. The EDC lifestyle requires sacrifices I suppose. But when need it, I'm glad I got it.
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nbp- I'll start a thread over in General flashlight discussion so as not to sidetrack Don's thread. I'd love to hear how much some of our fellow Flashaholics carry day in and day out. See you there!
Good idea my friend. Sorry Don!
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Does anyone know, and maybe Don will chime in. What is the output of a Haiku XP-G 6V LE? Can't seem to find anything with "search" but then again my search-fu is weak!
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Re: RPG: Assassins & Bodyguards
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Kent State Career Exploration and Development is responsible for the supervision of the entire student employment program at the University including the development of off-campus employment opportunities for students. Career Exploration and Development, in its provision of services to students, alumni, and off-campus employers makes no representations or guarantees regarding the opportunities listed on its website and is not responsible for the wages, safety, working conditions or other aspects of off-campus employment. It is the responsibility of students and alumni to take the necessary precautions when interviewing for and accepting part-time, full-time and/or internship positions. Applicants should never provide their Social Security numbers, birth dates, credit card numbers, bank account information or other private information when communicating with prospective employers or responding to employment opportunities online.
In addition, Career Exploration and Development's website contains links to other sites as a convenience to our students and is not responsible for the content of these sites. The opinions and views associated with these linked sites are not necessarily those of Career Exploration and Development.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
Career Exploration and Development and Kent State University adhere to EEO guidelines and offer employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, citizenship, or identity as a disabled veteran or veteran of the Vietnam era unless legally required. Furthermore, in good faith, Career Exploration and Development works only with those employers who subscribe to EEO guidelines. Career Exploration and Development abides by the Principles for Professional Practice set forth by the National Association of Colleges and Employers.
Employer Fee Payment and Event Cancellation/No Show Policy
Employer event registration fees must be submitted within 30 days following the event. Fees are non-refundable for an organization cancelling within five business days prior to the event. Future event registration for an organization with an unpaid balance due to late cancellation or nonattendance will not be approved until full payment is received. Access to all other recruiting services will also be denied.
Third Party Recruiter Policy
The policy of Career Exploration and Development is to educate students, alumni, faculty, and staff regarding a wide variety of employment search strategies, including third party employment services. Individuals can then determine whether utilizing these services will be of benefit to them. Career Exploration and Development does not investigate, endorse, or recommend any third party employment services.
- Definition:
According to NACE, the National Association of Colleges and Employers, third-party recruiters are defined as agencies, organizations, or individuals recruiting candidates for temporary, part-time or full-time employment opportunities other than for their own needs. This definition includes, but is not limited to, employment agencies, search firms, contract recruiters, and resume referral firms. (Note: Temporary agencies are not third-party recruiters. They are employers who pay individuals to perform work at a client organization.)
- Third-Party Recruiter Services:
- Third-party recruiters who are hiring for positions within their own organization may be granted on-campus recruiting privileges (excluding online resume search).
- Third-party recruiters who are hiring for positions outside their own organization may have positions posted provided they disclose the name of the clients they represent within the position descriptions. Career Exploration and Development reserves the right to verify this information.
- You may also contact Kent State's Office of Student Media for advertising through the daily, student-run newspaper (print and online), magazines, and TV and radio programs.
- Conditions:
By participating in these services, organizations agree that they will adhere to EEO standards in all recruiting activities, that no fee will be charged to any candidate at any time, and that organizations will not disclose student information under any circumstances to other entities without the student's prior written consent.
Prohibited Employment Postings
- All positions that would employ students for a private individual (i.e. babysitter, tutor, caretaker, etc.).
- Non-degreed student opportunities that are compensated only by commission, including independent contractor positions (i.e. that may require the individual to bear product expenses, be responsible for income taxes, and may not guarantee worker's compensation or unemployment insurance.)
- All positions that require a fee payment or investment prior to employment (i.e. entrepreneurial employers). Career Exploration and Development defines entrepreneurial employers as those organizations that require the employment seeker to make an initial financial investment or fee payment as a condition of employment. Entrepreneurial employers also include those organizations that provide financial incentives to staff who recruit new hires for the organization and for which the recruiting staff member receives a portion of the new hire's commission. Furthermore, entrepreneurial employers will not be provided access to either online or on-campus recruiting services through Kent State's Career Exploration and Development.
General Policy
- Career Exploration and Development adheres to the aforementioned policies and guidelines to ensure the quality of our services and reserves the right to modify these terms and conditions at any time.
- All decisions regarding recruiting services provided to companies or organizations are made at the sole discretion of Career Exploration and Development and Kent State University.
- Career Exploration and Development reserves the right to remove postings or opportunities that do not comply with our policies or are otherwise determined to be misleading or fraudulently placed.


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Iker Castanos, a student of Technical Engineering in Computerized Management at the University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU), has designed the very first live Linux distribution that, initiated either from a DVD or by installation, communicates between clusters of computers so that they can work in parallel.
Work on a nuclear fusion project to create cleaner energy took Castanos into the world of clusters. Professors Izaskun Garrido and Aitor Josu Garrido of the Advanced Control Group in the Department of Systems Engineering and Automation at UPV/EHU approached students looking for a volunteer to configure a cluster for their project. They were using ASTRA and MATLAB code to simulate a nuclear fusion reactor, and Castanos volunteered for the project.
In principle, Castanos only had to configure a cluster, but the project went well beyond that: "First I did the cluster. I installed a Linux distribution in a machine and modified and configured it manually in an ongoing manner. What happened was that, when I had finished, I realized that there were many Linux distributions on the market; specialized for ultra-lightweight computers, for editing videos...for everything. And I said to myself, 'There are programmers and researchers who do not have the knowledge required to build a cluster and thus undertake their research work. Why not link up the distribution being built, and save time in having to configure?'"
This is how the first version of ABC GNU/Linux arose, which was in trial phase by April 2009. It involves a free software-based distribution (Ubuntu), is live as well as installable, and is capable of automatically configuring a cluster of up to 254 computers. Castanos said, "100 PCs are purchased and my DVD is inserted into one of these and booted, either from the DVD or installed in the hard disk itself. This computer and the rest of the machines are connected together by a switch (a device that acts like a router). When the rest of the machines are booted, using a BIOS (basic in/out system) specifying which device is to be booted, they are told what to do by means of the network card. All are booted from the DVD itself -- or the hard disk if installed -- registered, and connections are created between them."
Encouraged by the Garridos, Mr Castanos submitted an article on his work to the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE), and the IEEE invited him to the ICCAT (International Conference on Computer and Automation Technology) last year in Sarajevo.
There were other, similar distributions when Castanos presented ABC GNU/Linux, such as Pelican HPC or Rocks, but none had the ABC GNU/Linux benefit of being both live and installable at the same time (for example, Pelican HPC is only live and Rocks is only installable).
There have been more than a thousand downloads of the distribution and Castanos see this a promising: "It is not a program for massive use, and so a thousand is quite a number."
The ABC GNU/Linux distribution is available from the Advanced Control Group of the UPV/EHU.


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Monday, 26 November 2012
Staff Reading Pick
Here is another reading pick from the Logan Library Staff.
Book: Liesl and Po
by Lauren Oliver
Recommended by: Sherrie
If you havent met Liesl or Po yet, you are missing out! Enter a world where strange magic is abroad, written by Lauren Oliver and read on CD by Jim Dale (narrator of the Harry Potter series.) In this loveable fantasy, a mix-up involving the greatest magic in the world has tremendous consequences for Liesl, an orphan who has been locked in an attic, Will, an alchemist's runaway apprentice, and Po, a ghost. Read as they are pursued by friend and foe while making an important journey. This story has now found a spot on my list a favorite JFiction.
Want more reading suggestions? View previous staff picks.
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A Laugh Out Loud Debut Novel For Anyone Who S Tried To Live The Perfect Life And Learned The Hard Way There S No Such ThingHolly Banks Could Not Have Made A Worse First Impression On The Seemingly Perfect Moms In Her New Affluent Community, The Village Of Primm Turns Out Wearing Pink Piggy Pajama Bottoms While Dropping Off Her Kindergartener Late To The First Day Of School Wasn T Her Best LookNot To Mention Holly S Worried Her Husband May Be Having An Affair, She Can T Get Her Daughter To Stop Sucking Her Thumb, Her Hard Won Film Degree Is Collecting Dust, And To Top It All Off, The Power Hungry PTA President Clearly Has It In For Her To Make Matters Even Worse, Holly S Natural Eye For Drama Lands Her Smack Dab In The Middle Of A Neighborhood Mystery Right As Her Own Crazy Mother Shows Up In Primm To Help Through It All, Holly Begins To Realize Her Neighbors May Be Just As Flawed As And Even Wackier Than She Is, Leaving Her To Wonder Is There Such A Thing As A Perfect Mom
10 thoughts on "Holly Banks Full of Angst "
Holly Banks Full of Angst is a must read for any mother who sometimes feels inadequate and what mother doesn t With vivid scenes that make us laugh and cringe in equal measures, Julie Valerie s depiction of motherly angst is palpable Valerie creates in Holly Banks a wholly relatable, refreshingly genuine protagonist, shamed by the seemingly perfect suburban mothers surrounding her With themes of new beginnings, the quest for perfection, motherhood and marriage, Valerie delivers lessons in hospitality, humanity, and hope, gently reminding us that we re all works in progress If you re looking for a fun escape filled with humor and heart, look no further than Holly Banks Full of Angst.
Excellent Read Full review to follow
Ever wonder what would happen if Liane Moriarty could channel the late Robin Williams Me neither until I read this astonishing debut, a modern allegorical marvel Holly Banks Full of Angst is as whimsical and charming as its namesake, but don t dare mistake it for simple fluff Valerie absolutely skewers Parenting While Privileged, and somehow pulls it off without preaching or condescending, thanks to the inimitable goofball heroine, Holly, the questionably sane person in the insane but wholly recognizable world of Primm Come for the humor, but stay for the honesty Some passages were so outrageously hilarious, I could not believe what I was reading Others rang with so much truth, the world fell away around me I m on my feet and clapping Brava
I was lucky enough to receive an ARC of this book and I could not put it down I loved the time I spent with Holly Banks in the Stars Hollow esque Village of Primm an eerily immaculate town with unwritten but unbendable rules and fast talking caricatures of people we all know in real life Holly is the perfect heroine flawed, impulsive and self deprecating, but also deeply relatable, lovable, and hilarious This book was pure fun but I cried a little.
Apple pies are too easy for this town, Greta said If it was easy it wouldn t be Primm What was the last book you read that made you laugh out loud Well, Holly Banks Full of Angst by Julie Valerie was just that read for me Holly Banks and her family have just moved to the community of Primm, with its prime real estate and highly sought after school system During her 5 year old s first week of Kindergarten, Holly faces a multitude of mishaps she can t seem to get her daughter to the bus on time, her parenting skills are called into question by her cable guy, she suspects her husband of having an affair, and she faces off numerous times with overbearing mom, Mary Margaret St James the PTA version of Regina George from Mean Girls Holly just wants to be the best mom she can be without losing her sanity Can she keep it all together Or will the move to Primm push her over the edge I m almost 100% positive that Holly and I would be fast friends in real life There were so many of her inner monologue moments that I know I ve had before I loved her sass, her sense of humor, and her tenacity And the sweet relationship she had with her daughter was so heartwarmingMake sure you check this one out when it hits shelves December 1st Thank you so much to NetGalley, Lake Union Publishing, and Julie Valerie for a digital ARC in exchange for my honest review
First, I want to thank netgalley and Julie for the digital copy of this book I absolutely adored this book and as a mom with anxiety this spoke to me on a level that so many women hide, moms are mean and you re always being judged I loved how the ending turned out because once you let go and start being yourself you see we are all in this together just trying to do our best for our kids without losing ourselves I hope there s to come and thank you again for a wonderful story of real life Forever on Holly s side
I would like to thank Julie Valerie, Lake Union Publishing, and NetGalley for a free advanced electronic copy of this book.Holly Banks Full of Angst is a must read for any mother who has felt the pressure to be perfect This book was unputdownable and the most laugh out loud funny book that I have probably ever read The main character, Holly, is completely relatable As the mother of a 5 year old son who just started kindergarten this year, I have felt the way Holly feels too many times to count This book follows Holly Banks life during the first week of her daughter, Ella, starting kindergarten The Banks family is new to The Village of Primm and Holly is completely unprepared for the pressure of being a school mom.Holly is every mother I ve ever known She feels inadequate, she feels like she is doing everything wrong, she thinks everything she says or does will ruin her daughter forever This is one of the things I love about this book Julie Valerie really captured that feeling that so many of us mothers have that we aren t good enough She was able to create a character who, despite all of her shortcomings, is an amazing, loving, and caring mother she created a character for all of the not good enough moms to look up to She shows us that it s okay not to be a perfect baker or super crafty or for your house to be Pinterest worthy What matters is your family and those closest to you.I want to talk about a few of the characters because they were so well developed and each added their own special touch to the story.Holly Is Hilarious I have not laughed this hard in such a long time I laughed out loud so many times while reading that my kids and husband kept looking at me like I was crazy Surprisingly, Holly doesn t curse So the things she comes up with to replace phrases that typically have curse words are so funny.Mary Margaret St James The PTA president The perfect mom The crafty mom The mom that bakes and sews and does it all The mom that makes you feel guilty for not being all of those things I picture Mary Margaret with a nasal, whiny, shrill voice I don t know why Holly didn t throat punch her at some point during this book She is the epitome of a mean girl.Greta Holly s mother She s a free spirit, sort of a hippie Holly didn t have the best memories of her childhood because her mother had been an alcoholic and a gambler But she is actually the sweetest person who adores her daughter and granddaughter and wants to do everything in her power to help Holly feel welcome in Primm.This was one of the most fun and lighthearted books I ve read in a while and I suggest getting the hello kitty onto and preordering a copy right now
A big thank you to julievalerieauthor netgalley and lakeunionauthors for the opportunity to read an advanced copy of this novel Holly Banks Full of Angst will hit bookstores on December 1, 2019Holly Banks is ready to settle in to her new home in the quaint Village of Prim.Everything is so perfect in Prim Beautiful homes, Pintrest worthy porches and scrapbooking, pie making, PTA Moms.Holly on the other hand is stressed out with unpacking, getting her daughter ready for Kindergarten, keeping up with her mother s gambling antics oh yea and wondering if her husband is having an affair Holly s adventures as she tries to fit into her new community get and hilarious and outrageous I really enjoyed Holly s inner monologues She s quirky and relatable and I often found myself giggling and laughing out loud A sweet, funny, lighthearted read 3.5 StarsI ll look forward to the next book in the Village of Primm series
With astonishing wit, razor sharp dialogue, and pitch perfect pacing, Julie Valerie has created a masterpiece about motherhood Holly Banks Full of Angst is absolutely hilarious yet also deeply poignant, with some of the best lines I ve ever read Both satire and upmarket women s fiction, this novel will be beloved by readers everywhere I received an advance reader copy.
In my opinion, any book that makes me laugh out loud so much that my husband stops what he s doing and asks me to read what is so funny is a five star book That is exactly what Holly Banks Full of Angst had me doing Holly Banks and her family have just moved into the prestigious Village of Primm where everything is perfect The school is perfect, the houses are perfect, and most of all the moms are perfect Each one plays an active role in their child s education by volunteering, thanks to Queen Bee and PTA President Mary Margaret St James When Holly arrives at her first PTA meeting and doesn t want to volunteer, Mary Margaret decides this means War What follows is hilarious and cringe worthy moments as Holly tries desperately to find her place in the Village of Primm, while also realizing that perhaps everyone, even seemingly perfect moms, have their flaws This book is for all the moms Any kind of mom If you re a mom whose kid has had a throw down fit in public because he she doesn t want to do something, this book is for you If you re a mom who feels like there is always another mom out there out moming you in every way possible, this book is for you I love this book Holly Banks makes every mom fail you ve ever had look like a picnic on a sunny day She is such a fun and relatable character because at some point, we ve all been Holly.I also loved Mary Margaret St James and the other moms of the Village of Primm I spent half the book with my mouth hanging open thinking OH my God Are these Moms Crazy Who Acts Like that They were so over the top it was funny This book was a light, funny read, and I can t wait to find out what happens next in the Village of Primm Thank you so much Julie Valerie for this copy and opportunity to offer a review


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The Archive Service has been working with Leeds City Council to provide improved accommodation for and access to the irreplaceable archive collections relating to Leeds District. We have explored several options for potential sites and partnerships and have costed remedial work to the Art Deco Sheepscar building. The Sheepscar building has a number of problems related to its age and construction and the National Archives has declared it no longer fit for purpose. Having explored a range of other options, none of which proved to be workable or affordable, we have now received approval from the Executive Board of Leeds CC to move out of the Sheepscar building and convert space for storage and public access at the Joint Services HQ complex at Gildersome. This option provides the best storage and access we can achieve at a reasonable cost in the immediate future. It also means that the collections currently held at Sheepscar will be located at the same site as those Leeds collections currently housed in our modern outstore at Joint Services HQ. For the first time, nearly two-thirds of Leeds archives will be accommodated on the same site.
This project will provide:
* Much improved storage conditions for collections, ensuring their preservation
* Much improved security for collections, staff and customers
* Fully-accessible, modern, customer accommodation
* Free customer parking
I am pleased to be able to assure you that, in spite of the problems the building gives us, no collections have been damaged. The staff and Conservation Team continue their vigilance and interventions and will ensure that archives remain safe until we can effect the move.
Katy Goodrum
Head of Archives


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What is Powerline and Why Do You Need It?
A Wi-Fi connection is typically the preferred method for most people with Wi-Fi devices, but it's not always the best one. Since Wi-Fi signals lose strength the farther you are from the router, some home designs and building materials can pose a real problem when it comes to staying connected. If you're seeking a way to support and maintain an otherwise unreliable signal, powerline connection just might be your answer.
What Is Powerline?
The electrical wiring in your home comes standard—but it can do a lot more for you than just keep the lights on. An alternative to running Ethernet cables through the walls, powerline adapters take advantage of the existing electrical wiring in your home to transfer network signals between rooms that otherwise would be out of range—all you need is a power outlet.
Powerline doesn't impact your electricity when the network is in use, despite being able to support a variety of frequencies without interference. Powerline connections also have less data loss and better speeds than regular Wi-Fi, regardless of how far your computer is from the router or how many obstructions there are between the two.
How Does Powerline Work?
To set up a powerline connection, you'll need a router, Ethernet cables, and at least two powerline adapters—one for the router and one for each device you want to connect. Plug the first adapter into the power outlet nearest your router and connect it to your router using an Ethernet cable. Then, in another room, use another Ethernet cable to connect the other powerline adapter to your media player, computer, or other Wi-Fi device. Once you plug the second adapter into a power outlet, the two adapters will use the electrical wiring running between the rooms to send each other network signals, creating an Internet connection where the router otherwise wouldn't be able to reach.
Who Needs Powerline?
Powerline is useful to anyone who needs to extend their network coverage. It's also a great way to achieve the fastest connection possible—to gaming consoles or streaming media players, for example—and connects old devices that don't feature built-in Wi-Fi connectivity. It's especially effective in larger spaces or old buildings with thick walls, concrete, metal or other obstructions—all of which interfere with Wi-Fi signals. For example, Europeans rely on powerline because their buildings can be more than two hundred years old and made of obstructive materials. Powerline is not, however, a good solution for a home that's been wired improperly or that's short on available power sockets.
Advantages of a Powerline Connection
The main advantage of powerline is its convenience, as it eliminates the need to run cables and relies on the existing wiring for a plug-and-play network that's up and running in a matter of minutes. Another advantage is its reach—it extends your network to the farthest outlets of your home, where a typical router may be unable to broadcast its signal. Additionally, it is a more secure connection because it sends signals using the copper wiring of your home, which can't be hacked.
Powerline as an Addition
Powerline isn't only for homes with poor Wi-Fi coverage. Because it bridges the connection between your router and Wi-Fi devices, a powerline system can be incorporated into a network even when there's a Wi-Fi hub already in place. Powerline supports more consistent speeds, extends the data to the far reaches of your home, and can be used with a range extender to get an even better signal on an otherwise operational network. Some adapter models also sport multiple Ethernet ports, which makes them a great solution for connecting multiple cabled devices in the same room.
Powerline Tips
- Look for an adapter with the highest data transfer rates you can afford, especially if you plan to use it for streaming or game play. The higher the Megabits per second (Mbps), the better speed you'll enjoy. Ideal models support 500 to 600 Mbps.
- Most powerline adapters won't work when they're plugged into an extension cord or surge protector. Plug the adapter directly into the wall socket for best performance.
- A basic powerline adapter may be boxy and large, blocking both outlets where it's plugged in. Look for a model with an electrical pass-through outlet so you can still use the outlet for other electrical devices.
- If your home's power outlets are located close to the floor, purchase an adapter that positions the Ethernet ports on the top to allow easier access for the cable.
- Disconnect mobile device chargers when downloading or streaming heavy data over the network as they might cause interference over your power lines.


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Warning to seniors on Medicare: If someone asks for your personal information for a state insurance exchange under the new health care law, he's probably a crook. Those exchanges don't apply to seniors.
No consumer, young or old, should give out medical information or pay up-front "enrollment" fees, the government says.
Those are just two of the scams that federal officials anticipate as state insurance exchanges ramp up under the Affordable Care Act, the official name of the law many call Obamacare.
U.S. & World
On Oct. 1, millions of people without access to job-based health care will be able to enroll online through new state insurance markets for coverage effective at the start of next year. Adding millions more people to the health care system is bound to create new opportunities for identity thieves and scam artists.
The Obama administration on Wednesday began a high-level effort to reassure Americans about the privacy and security of the information submitted under the ACA, hoping to blunt complaints from Republican opponents that not enough is being done to protect consumer data.
A toll-free telephone number (800-318-2596, TTY 855-889-4325) will connect consumers to federal call centers for reporting fraud or attempted identity theft. Officials also plan to promote several other initiatives, including a new computer system that will verify Americans' identities to prevent taxpayer-funded subsidies from going to criminals. An education blitz will seek to warn consumers what scams to be on the lookout for.
Attorney General Eric Holder, Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius, Federal Trade Commission chairwoman Edith Ramirez and other federal and state officials met Wednesday at the White House to discuss the security measures and promote the anti-scam initiatives.
Events later in the week at the Justice Department and at the Federal Trade Commission are designed to reassure Americans that their personal information will be safe — and are aimed at promoting ways to report criminal activity. Consumer fraud experts from state and federal agencies will also meet regularly and notify local law enforcement about what to look for as new scams crop up.
The law's Republican opponents, including Florida Gov. Rick Scott, have recently warned of lax security in relaying personal information such as Social Security numbers, birth dates and income statements, as people sign up under the health care law.
Attorneys general in 13 states sent a letter to Sebelius last month questioning whether there will be enough protection of consumer data in the program, and Republicans from around the country have questioned the system's security and privacy safeguards.
Senior administration officials said the efforts announced Wednesday were planned before the GOP attack on security in the state exchanges.
In Chicago, one advocate said that legitimate door-to-door outreach to inform people about the Affordable Care Act may open up opportunities for swindlers.
"I don't know how we're going to distinguish between legitimate outreach and scams," said Erin Weir of AgeOptions, suburban Cook County's lead agency on aging. "I am being told that legitimate people will have IDs and badges. But a savvy scam artist could mimic something like that."
Federal health officials say they've worked with personal information in the Medicare and Medicaid programs for decades and note the new technology infrastructure was designed to meet federal and health care industry standards for data security.


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This time around Lazarus has moved aside for Jamie Jones, which seems very emblematic of the current shift away from minimal techno and towards housier, 'deeper' tracks. And indeed this is also reflected in the music – it would be hard to imagine a more accurate sketch of the sounds that are big right now than this mix.
There are electrifying moments here like DJ Spell's 'Lisa', which hits very hard with sirens and aggressively punchy beats, or Jones' own 'Panama City', with its queasy, rolling bass giving way to rising metallic arpeggios. And then of course there is the obvious, but still dramatic inclusion of Larry Heard's 'The Sun Can't Compare'.
But the stand-out is probably Zander VT's fantastically named 'Dig Your Own Rave', and it stands out precisely because it doesn't fit into the neo-deep, neo-Detroit pigeonhole in which the rest of the mix resides. It has big overdriven riffs, but doesn't blare them at the listener Ed Banger style. Instead it folds, undercuts and phases them to create euphoria, which is made sublime by following it up with the aforementioned Mr. Heard.
Overall this feels like a mix that you want to like – it's well blended, up-to-the-minute and has nicely judged transitions. But, like a lot of the neo-deep house it champions, it just isn't terribly exciting. For many avid tech-house heads that isn't an issue – this is a style of mixing that prides itself on establishing drawn out, flowing grooves rather than euphoric peaks of excitement. However, I have to say that personally that I prefer a little more drama in my mixes.
That's not to say that Jones is a bad DJ. In fact he's a very good one – the transitions and programming here are beautifully judged and manage to make many of the tracks more exciting than might otherwise be. But it does feel as though he was under a certain obligation here to stick to the CTR 'house style' of mix CDs, which is that all the tracks must be recent and upfront (as opposed to say Michael Mayer's habit of using tried and tested personal favourites). Perhaps he felt restricted by the need to use what is currently popular.
So if you enjoy this new strain of 'deep' tech house, this is a great CD for you. However, I have to say that this particular musical evolution does worry me because, unlike electrohouse and minimal, this is very familiar territory for dance music. It's not territory that is very likely to excite those outside the current club scene, and youngsters attention is more likely to be swayed by the dayglo fashion shenanigans of the indie-dance posse.
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Tue / 15 May 2007
Words /
Jacob Wright
Tracklist /
1. Cassy – Alexandra
2. Plasmik – Pearls On A String
3. Tanzmann & Stefanik – High Heel Sneaking
4. Nico Purman – Lunatique
5. Jennifer Cardini & Shonky – Come Down To Earth
6. Ripperton – Tainted Words (Plasmik Remix)
7. DJ Spell - Lisa
8. Dennis Ferrer – P2 Da J
9. Jeremy Caulfield – Against The Rip
10. Sebbo – Fudge
11. Jamie Jones – Panama City
12. Franck Rodger – Turn Me Over
13. Zander VT – Dig Your Own Rave
14. Larry Heard presents Mr. White – Sun Can't Compare
15. Guillaume & The Coutu Dumonts – Concrete
16. John Keys – Rumba Twist