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Featured Ingredient: Swiss Chard
I'm so pleased that our rainbow Swiss chard is doing very well in the community garden. Swiss chard is a relative of the beet, with a slightly bitter and salty flavor. Though I find the fresh picked stuff is less pungent than the bunches you find in the megamarts. The stalks, which are soft and crunchy, are very much edible. The more colorful stalks of rainbow chard are sweeter than the white stalks of common chard.
Chard is an excellent source of beta-carotene, an antioxidant that the body converts to vitamin A to boost the immune system. But where this leafy green shines is vitamin K. A cup contains more than three times the daily requirement. Vitamin K is required for proper blood clotting and bone strength. Further, a 2010 study in Diabetes Care found that as vitamin K intake increased the risk of developing type 2 diabetes decreased in subjects. Vitamin K may improve insulin sensitivity.
This quiche (slash) frittata recipe is really simple with outstanding flavor. If you don't have any chard, you can use spinach or other seasonal greens. I incorporated sage because it's also growing well in the garden. Other herbs such as basil and oregano would work as well. When working with eggs, I highly recommend silicon muffin cups to reduce the chances of sticking.
Mini Swiss Chard Quiche
6 eggs
1/3 cup milk
2 cups chopped Swiss chard
2 ounces soft goat cheese, chopped
2 tablespoons sage, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, lightly beat eggs. Mix in milk, Swiss chard, goat cheese, sage, salt and pepper. Divide mixture among 8 greased non-stick muffin cups. Cook until egg sets, about 20 minutes. Let cool slightly before unmolding. To unmold, you'll need to guide a butter knife around the edges.
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Cast changes in We Will Rock You from 10 Oct 2011
There are cast changes in We Will Rock You at the Dominion Theatre from 10 Oct 2011.
Joining the cast are Lauren Samuels (Scaramouche), Alasdair Harvey (Khashoggi) and Wayne Robinson (Britney).
Lauren Samuels previous West End experience includes Sandy in Grease at the Piccadilly Theatre. Alasdair Harvey's leading roles include such shows as Phantom of the Opera, Side By Side By Sondheim, Sunday in the Park With George, and Les Miserables. His television work includes Eastenders as Jane Beale's love interest Martin. Wayne Robinson joins the West End cast having performed the same role in the UK national touring production of the show. His other musical credits inlude Hairspray and The Lion King.
The show continues to feature Kevin Kennedy (Pop), Brenda Edwards (Killer Queen) and Rachel John (Meat).
With over 3,600 performances behind it, and holding the record for the longest running show ever at the Dominion, We Will Rock You continues to show no signs of slowing down as it approaches its 10th anniversary in London. With the London run recently further extended, the show is now booking through to October 2012.
We Will Rock You , which opened at the Dominion theatre 14 May 2002, following previews from 26 April 2002, has songs by Queen, book and direction by Ben Elton. Choreographed by Arlene Phillips, designed by Mark Fisher, lighting by Willie Williams.
We Will Rock You does not chronicle the story of the band, Queen, rather it incorporates the songs of the rock group. The time is the future. Globalisation is complete. Everywhere, the kids watch the same movies wear the same fashions and think the same thoughts. It's a safe happy, Ga Gaworld. Unless your a rebel. Unless you want rock. On Planet Mall all musical instruments are banned. The company computers generate the tunes and everyone downloads them. But resistance is growing. Legend persists that somewhere on Planet Mall instruments still exist......

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There will be a host of wonderful workshops at LEFF: Mark Olitsky teaches two levels of old-time banjo; Paul Kovac teaches bluegrass banjo; Bob Frank teaches blues guitar; Drew Bonnis – bass; Christine King – fiddle accompaniment; Two levels of ukulele; Fiddle from Scratch by Studio Strings; African Drumming; Barbershop harmony singing and more! Click here for more.
Music Workshops at LEFF
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Hey there! What's new? I just created a Facebook page! Check out the link in the sidebar if you want to go and have a look.
I have some nail art for today. It's been a while since I've last done some freehand painting so I'm a bit rusty. Boy, I missed doodling on my digits. I used 12 polishes on my thumbnail alone! BMO's one of my favorite characters to paint from Adventure Time. (I've done a lot of manicures based on this show in the past, like this one, since I'm a big fan! That's the only other Adventure Time manicure I have pictures of, though. I wasn't particularly fond of taking pictures before blogging.) The title will make more sense after the jump!
I started with three coats of Etude House Blue Mint. It's the turquoise blue creme from the Sweet Recipe Ice Cream Nails collection. The formula and the dry time were both good. It has a very intense smell though, stronger than most of my other polishes. And it did stain my nails a bit, even with a layer of base coat.
After letting the base color dry, I used The Face Shop BK901, a black creme, to draw all the outlines. I used a paintbrush for everything except for the tiny blue buttons. I used a toothpick for those. Here is the list of the rest polishes I used for this manicure:
The Face Shop YL702 - yellow creme for the cross-shaped buttons
The Face Shop PP402 - pink creme for the large round buttons
China Glaze Gaga for Green - muted green creme for the medium round buttons
Pupa N247 - blue creme for the small round buttons
The Face Shop GR501 - Tiffany blue creme for the triangular buttons
Revlon Fashionista - dark blue-green creme for the long rectangular buttons
Revlon Colorstay Indigo Night - indigo creme for the... I couldn't think of the name of the shape of these buttons at first. They're not exactly oval. I considered just putting "mitochondria-shaped buttons" but that sounds weird. Mini hotdogs? Still weird. "Rounded rectangular buttons" sounds boring and meh but it was my only other option. Indigo creme for the rounded rectangular buttons. I did a quick Google search and "squircle" came up but the ones on my nails aren't really wide enough to be squircles. Oh well, I'm fine with the previous one. It's a funny word, though. Squircle. Hehe. Anyway.
Orly Gumdrop - mint creme for BMO's face
Revlon Posh - green creme for the inside of BMO's mouth
The Face Shop WH002 - white creme for BMO's teeth
I finished it off with a coat of Seche Vite. When I was viewing this manicure from an arm's distance, it crossed my mind that this would make a nice matte glitter topper. Does cross-shaped glitter even exist, though? It would be awesome if someone made this happen! What do you think?


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2014-2015 Graduate Catalog
2014-2015 Graduate Catalog > Graduate Degree Programs, Certificates & Minors > Shared Degree Programs > Technical Communication Certificate
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Department of English and School of Communication, College of Arts & Sciences
Vision Statement
The Graduate Certificate in Technical Communication is designed for graduate students and industry professionals seeking a foundation in the theory and practice of Technical Communication. This foundation provides students with the kinds of competencies expected from technical communication professionals, including writing, editing, design, and software applications.
The Technical Communication Certificate is designed for the following students:
Program Contact Information:
Dr. Tracy Bridgeford, Graduate Program Chair (GPC)
Arts & Science Hall (ASH) 192
Application Deadlines:
Applications for this program are accepted on a rolling basis. All materials must be submitted prior to the beginning of the semester in which the student has elected to begin coursework.
Program-Specific Requirements:
3 credits
or other approved courses in consultation with your advisor.
Some courses from English or the School of Communication may be substituted with the director's approval.
Students will assemble a portfolio representing their achievement in the five courses (15 hours). The portfolio will contain at least one writing sample/project from each course and will be reviewed by the Technical Communication program director and one other member of the Graduate Faculty from the Department of English or the School of Communication. Faculty teaching these courses will be aware of this portfolio requirement and will assign work that can be used as part of the portfolio (e.g., a report, user's manual, web site, etc.).
Total Credit Hours: 15
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Seton Hall University polled a whole bunch of women on that Inez Sainz business that happened in the New York Jets locker room a couple weeks ago, and the results were interesting: almost three-fifths of women polled said that women don't belong in NFL locker rooms. Not surprisingly, almost 90 percent thought that this dress made them look fat.
The telephone poll conducted this week among 1,026 randomly selected adults nationwide found 59 percent of 556 women and 47 percent of 470 men said female reporters should be banned from NFL locker rooms. Thirty-four percent of the respondents said all reporters should be banned. The poll has a margin of error of plus or minus 3 percentage points.
"It is unusual to find women more than men in favor of limiting a woman's right, in this case a reporter in a men's locker room," Rick Gentile, director of the Seton Hall Sports Poll, said in a statement. –NJ Star-Led.
I don't really think of interviewing naked athletes to be a right in any sense, but rather a privilege extended to both male and female representatives of the media. I've asked this before: why is anybody other than athletes in there? The press can do their interviews outside, or at practice. The last thing this cruel world of ours needs is more penis.


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It can be somewhat difficult to start a blog. Since anyone can start a blog, you need to make yours unique so that it can rise above all the others. The article below discusses some of the ways that can help you become the owner of a successful blog.
Learn what you can about SEO, and use it in your blog. Since your ultimate goal is to have people read your blog, you will want to make sure that your blog appears in their search results for specified topics. Keywords should be contained within the title, and within the blog article itself, if the reader numbers are to be increased.
Blog about something readers want to know. Nobody is immune from daily tasks such as sweeping and cleaning the dishes. But, absent an innovative, engaging method of discussing such topics, you are unlikely to hold visitors' interest if you talk about them. Chose subject material that you feel confident readers will be interested in. Keep in mind that your overall goal is to gain regular readers for your site.
You should allow guest posts to help increase blog traffic. Through guest posts, you and your guest can form an alliance that may come in handy in the future. Do not disregard the importance of building cooperative relationships. You can ask for help, advice or even a shoulder to cry on.
Try to utilize images as much as possible. Pictures can show a lot more than words can say sometimes. That is definitely true in the area of writing a blog. Often, you will find that images can convey much more than words can alone. Thus, it makes sense to supplement your posts with images whenever you can.
Keep adding fresh content to your blog so that readers have new and interesting material to read and a reason to keep coming back. The best blogs have regular content posted to them at least once every day. If this seems intimidating, try coming up with a few weeks worth of content before you take your blog live. Then you have posts later that can fill in if you run out of ideas.
Don't let feedback effect you emotionally. Read it and respond to it. There is always a critic, no matter the subject. Those that are constructive can be used to improve your blog. Try to find a polite response to criticisms that are negative and do not dwell on it. You will appear to be the mature one, and that will only grow the number of readers of your blog.
Aim to start a mailing list for your personal blog as quickly as you can. Your list will have more time to grow the sooner you get it started. This list may prove profitable for you down the line. If you put off creating a mailing list, you might lose a lot of money, along with your wasted time.
Provide easy access to social media links on your blog, so your viewers can follow you. Using LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, and other popular social networks will make you much more visible in the blogosphere, as well as improve your profits. These outlets will allow you to communicate better with your followers and get more people to come to your site.
Patience is definitely key as you begin to grow your blog. People aren't going to magically stumble upon your blog over night; it takes time to buikd an audience. Additionally, you will have to build up your content so there will be a lot for the readers to view. As you stick with your blog, however, and add content, you will pull in readers that are attracted to different things.
It is very important that you blog about something that interests you. You are going to seem more sincere and more interesting, when you write about topics you are actually passionate about. Doing this will keep your readers interested and attract more readers.
When blogging, try not to keep things too simple. Learn constantly, always research and think of this like it's a business. Use seasoned bloggers as a good example to follow, and apply what you learn to your own techniques in a constantly evolving process. Keep moving forward by constantly learning and improving.
Keep in mind that a blog is a much more informal medium than certain other types of websites. Your blog should have a fun and social format. It is of critical importance that you make your blog in this format. You need to make a personal connection with your audience so they return for more content.
One key aspect of blogging is to enjoy yourself while doing it. You must have passion, however, if you are to manage a blog over the long term. Find what you love writing about and have fun. Be creative and really enjoy the topic and others will, too.
Never write lots of content just for its own sake. Conduct plenty of research so that your blog postings are all informative and intelligent. Writing about all the wrong subjects will never lead to success. Remember, the content you create is the most crucial component of your blog and its success.
Social media sites offer wonderful opportunities to increase traffic to your blog site. Social media represents the latest online trend, and not availing yourself of its benefits can be costly in terms of potential blog visitors. If you want to post your blog to Facebook or even Twitter, you can get lots of new visitors to make your blog a success.
Be sure to post new articles on a reliable schedule. With such a variety of blogs from which to choose, viewers will look elsewhere for entertainment and information if your blog is not updated on a regular basis. There are some exceptions, like holidays, but you should be sure to always provide regular and consistent blog posts.
Use internal links to connect blogs of a similar topic. This improves your readers' ability to navigate your site, making their experience better. It is tremendously frustrating to find a web page that you know holds volumes of information you would like to read but you can't efficiently find the information.
Encourage your readers to comment on your blog posts. Your readers will enjoy the fact that they can participate in the blog. Always make time to respond to these comments, as well. This way, your readers will keep coming back so they can keep reading as well as being a part of this ongoing conversation pertaining to your topic.
A great way to draw in more traffic is through contests and freebies. People always enjoy getting something for nothing, even if that something is small. You should give away lots of the product to achieve the biggest result possible. Many people will return to your blog often to find out if you're giving something new away.
If you have a lot to say about a particular topic, create a multi-part series of postings on that topic. Readers struggle to consume big blobs of information. Organize your blog into digestible sections, so it is easier to read by your intended audience.
Make sure you are using the correct font size for your blog. You have to use a font that is not too large or small so that readers can access your written content–the most important piece of your blog. You don't want a font that is too big, nor do you want a font that is too small; you will want to find the perfect balance.
You can pull in extra readers by offering them a freebie. There is not a single person who doesn't love getting free items. Your item doesn't need to be large for it to be effective. Give away as much as you can, and it could pay off greatly. Readers will check your pages more often, if they think you might be giving away freebies.
Write about classic, long-lasting topics. Blogs that focus on timeless topics will continue to bring in traffic over the next several years, whereas pop culture blog posts will bring in traffic now but die off over time.
Work on limiting each blog to a single subject area. Writing about various topics, at one time, can make your blog hard to follow. Focusing the content of your blog on one topic makes it clearer and more accessible.
You should always remember that blogging is very social. You should be easy for your readers to contact. You also need to get out there and speak to people in your specific niche. Success won't happen without work. Take an active role in your blog's success!
Consider how you can make your blog posts stand out from the crowd. Catch their attention by creating interesting titles and visually appealing headings. Bulleted lists are useful for holding the reader's attention as well.
Because many internet visitors prefer to read only select pieces of web content, it is important that your blog posts are unique and prompt. Use creative and interesting headings. Make your headings using a large, interesting font. Also, use bold text for your keywords within the blog's body to help attract your readers' attention. Bullet points are also great for snagging readers' attention.
You have to decide if your blog will have advertisements. Using advertisements is a common way to make income with a blog. This can pose a problem for some bloggers because ads are an obtrusive force that may interfere with the content and personality of a blog. The visitors will know instantly that you are attempting to make money.
If you have the time and money, attend a blogging conference. You will gain a vast amount of knowledge at a blogging conference and you can use it to improve your own blogging efforts. Also, you will meet bloggers who have achieved success, which can only help your own good fortunes.
The use of tabbed zones to show off your recommended articles can be a big help to your blog. One key hot spot is the area next to your sidebars. You can make a tabbed zone that has all of the essential articles for each of your categories that are most relevant. By organizing your content, specific material is easier to find and you can significantly enhance the click rate for all of your best articles.
Make sure you select an SEO-friendly theme. This will help you achieve higher search engine returns and, in addition, streamline your site's operations. Readers want to visit blogs which load swiftly, and they won't return to a site which doesn't. They'll move on to the next blog before looking at your content.
Work current events and big news stories into your blogs whenever possible. Be on the lookout for stories that will fit well with the rest of the content on your blog. For instance, if your blog is about dogs, you could post stories about local shows and competitions. Your readers are likely to find this kind of information interesting.
Try to avoid using tons of keywords. Choosing keywords selectively is crucial for your blog. However, quality is much more vital than quantity. Search engines are always tightening their criteria when it comes to good content. Blogs that contain too many keywords are flagged by search engines as being of low quality, and therefore undeserving of high rankings. Instead, choose keywords that are precise and proven to draw traffic.
Search Engines
At the same time, as you are building content on your blog, you should be working on building links to it. This is easy to do and is a powerful way to get more traffic, which helps bring in more income through blogging.
Don't cram your blog full to the brim with keywords. The right keyword is a vital part in getting people to read your blog, but quality should be the focus, not quantity. As search engines evolve, they are getting better and better at analyzing your page for content. A blog that is chock full of keywords sends a signal to those search engines that your focus is not on providing quality content. As a result, your rankings will drop like a stone. Choose a few effective keywords that specifically describe your page. Your keywords should be popular enough that many readers search for them if you want them to attract people to your site.
Videos can make your blog more appealing. That doesn't mean that you should forget about written content when you post videos. Be sure to post descriptions in text alongside videos you post. You can have keywords related to each video this way.
Now that you've read this article, you know what you can do to make your blog and its content better. In time, you should see yourself steadily becoming more successful. Use the tips suggested in this article if you want to increase your number of followers.
Utilize graphs, statistics and polls in your blogs whenever relevant. You will find that this helps make blog posts more engaging and greatly enhances their quality. Incorporating these types of content can improve the essence of your blog message.


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Luton's Shared Learning Trust is celebrating after a strong set of GCSE results from itsacademies with some pleasing improvements seen at the South and West Academies.
The South Academy, on Rotherham Avenue in Luton, saw top grades in Physics and Chemistry up by 15 percent and in Media Studies the number gaining A*-C grades rose 27% on last year.
South Academy Principal, Cathy Barr, said: "I am incredibly proud of our GCSE students. They have worked so hard throughout the year and many have given up their weekends and holidays for extra work and revision. Examinations are undoubtedly getting more challenging, but this year's students have shown that hard work and determination really do pay dividends".
It was also good news all round at the West Academy, on Leagrave High Street in Luton, where the number of students gaining the top grades increased. The achievement of students in Maths and English was particularly strong, with progress higher than last year's national average and 80 percent gaining A* - C grades in English, an increase of 5 percent on last year.
Andy Hardy, Principal of the West Academy, commented "Students and staff have worked tirelessly throughout the year and today the rewards have been reaped in the results gained. I look forward to welcoming students back to our sixth form in September. I am extremely proud of all our students and their achievements."
The Chief Executive of The Shared Learning Trust, Andrew Cooper, said: "These results reflect the hard work and determination being put in by teachers and students in all our academies. I'm incredibly proud of all that they've achieved".


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On June 28, 2012, LTC Partners & Insurance Services, with offices in Citrus Heights, announced a free service to help consumers learn about the financial risk of needing long-term care someday, and how to manage the risk. The service blends the best of technology with the best of humanity: real, live advisors on the phone. It`s a simple two-step process:
STEP 1: The consumer goes online to use a Cost-for-Care calculator that displays the going rate for care in their state or metropolitan area. The calculator shows costs per day, month, or year for care in a nursing home, assisted living facility, adult day care center, or one`s own home with a health aide.
STEP 2: The consumer then places a call to a local advisor, Sandra Stanley in this area, to learn their options for managing the costs through LTC insurance.
"Step 1 is likely to blow people`s minds," says Stanley, Citrus Heights-based agent with LTC Partners & Insurance Services. "Most people have no idea how expensive care can be. It`s through the roof now and likely to be in the stratosphere years from now when they need it."
Step 2 may be an eye-opener too, but in the opposite direction, according to Stanley. "Most people have no idea how affordable LTC insurance premiums can be, especially if they shop around and sign up early." When consumers call Stanley, they first answer questions about their age, health, state of residence, financial situation, and care benefits they want. Stanley, who is a licensed agent specializing in this coverage, then responds by supplying costs for policies from competing carriers. "Rates can vary widely depending on the carrier and other factors," says Stanley.
The calculator, supplied by one of the carriers LTCFP represents, is available at http://www.johnhancockltc.com/individual/cost-of-long-term-care-calculator/. Stanley may be reached at 888-316-8919 .
Stanley is a leading long-term care insurance agent in CA, serving consumers as well as organizations seeking long-term care insurance. "We`re glad to help them find the best, most affordable policy for their situation," Stanley says.


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So glad to share this fun card I did featuring the Cupcakes and Carousels Stamp Set with you.
I love the Vintage feel of it and think I captured some whimsy too. Hope you like it.
So what do you think? I used the Designer Paper "Cupcakes and Carousel Designer Series Paper Pack" to add some striking color and lightness to the card. Love how the delicate Lace Trim added to the Vintage feel of it as well.
...and what about that gorgeous Doily? Did you know that they are white on one side and Vanilla on the other side? Swoon!!!
I hope you liked my share today. You can purchase the items to recreate this at my online store if you are interested.
Hope to see you back here soon but in the meantime stamp something fun! :)


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Photography is a fascinating world. This art has many kinds of techniques you can explore. Photography is often an individual art, so you may not know which techniques suit your focus best. This article is filled with suggestions to help you develop your style.
Consider trying new things; don't be scared of taking pictures that are original. A great photograph should be not only aesthetically pleasing, but should also showcase a personal style. Try to refrain from taking classic pictures, which can be very mundane and unoriginal. Use unique angles that show off your creative side.
It is a common misconception that bright, sunny days are perfect for taking pictures. Actually, a lot of sun can make it difficult to take useable photos. The sun will cast awkward shadows along with glaring, and cause uneven highlights that will make your subjects squint when they look into the camera. The best time to capture outdoor shots is either early in the morning or late in the evening.
Serious photographers have dSRL cameras. The digital single-lens reflex is the best kind of camera for viewing your subjects as the photos are taken. Ideally you would get a full framed DSLR camera that gives you the largest image sensor with the highest detailed photographs.
Always highlight your very best images for showcases and displays. Keep things fresh and not repetitive. Just because you took a photo does not mean you have to show it. You photos will not be interesting and hold your viewers attention if you do not mix things up and photograph different subject matter. Change things up, and show variety in your photography.
Taking many, many pictures is one of the ways to capturing something great, so purchase a memory card that is big enough to hold large amounts of information. You don't ever want to be in a position where you run out of memory on the card, so by having a lot of space you never need be concerned about this happening. A large card will also allow you to use RAW format so you can take advantage of the additional flexibility it offers.
When taking pictures of people, make sure that the background is slightly blurred. If the background is just as in focus as the subject, it takes the eye away from where you the viewer should be looking. This is most easily accomplished by moving your subject further away from the backdrop.
When you are attempting to take a great photo, make sure you are close enough to the subject. Move closer if it is possible. Photos taken from far away don't tend to be all that interesting because details or colors are too small to see. Do everything you can to make sure your subject stands out and is seen clearly.
Broaden your photographic horizons by playing with your camera's features and the colors and angles you use. It is possible to take very interesting, high-quality photographs without focusing on traditional subject matter. Taking good photographs is about turning an ordinary object into something interesting, thanks to the photographers artistic talent and skill. Practice and experiment until you find your own personal style!
When working in low lighting conditions, many digital cameras have a built in flash feature that pops up automatically. While this type of auto-flash is perfect for point-and-shoot purposes, professional photographers often prefer to invest their cash in a separate flash unit that can be attached to the camera. Try to get a camera with what is known as a "hot shoe" that can take an external flash, and make sure to ask a professional camera shop if it will sync with the camera.
When you travel, take unusual photos of things such as souvenirs. Take photos of the shop where you made the purchase, or snap the item on its own with an interesting backdrop. Your souvenirs will have more meaning and provide future enjoyment for you if you can create a story about each one.
Find the right subject that will create an interesting photograph. If you don't have the perfect subject, then the quality of your equipment, or the amount of your composure skills won't amount to much. Think about it for a bit then carefully choose objects that naturally inspire you. You can also look for someone to model and pose for you.
When composing a shot, keep in mind the artistic axiom "less is more." There is no reason to clutter or add a bunch of elements to your shots. It's better to compose your picture with an eye toward simplicity.
Photography isn't an arcane art that only a select few can master. You will improve as you experiment. It's not necessary that you develop or keep every shot yourself, particularly with digital. Your proficiency will improve as you analyze your shots to see what you could have done differently if you could take the picture again.
Your landscape photos need three important things. The foreground is closest and sharpest in focus, the middle ground less so, and the background is remote, giving a sense of distance. These are the original basics that apply to all types of art, including photography.
If you would like to attempt film-based photography, you can easily get a suitable camera from a thrift store. Try getting some black and white film that has a ISO 200 rating; it is the best for all situations. When it's time to develop your film, try using different types of printing paper.
When you are shooting a photo, do so quickly. Be prepared to snap that image before it disappears. People can tire holding a smile, animals can run, or you could lose that "perfect" candid moment and then the moment will have passed. Don't spend all your time fiddling with settings while letting the opportunity for the shot slip away.
When you take photos in fluorescent lighting, change the white balance so it looks clearer. Blue and green light is usually given off by fluorescent lights, so subjects of your photos might take a tone cooler than you intended, unless you compensate with the red tones.
Always make your subject the main focus of your picture. A key building block to learning how to express your personal style through photography is understanding the importance of camera focus. Try to keep the main subject of your shot in full view and in the center, especially when you're just beginning. Do not worry about the background at first. This is something you will learn more about as you progress.
When going somewhere new, get an idea of what things you ought to be taking pictures of. To get an idea of the picturesque local sites, visit a shop with a postcard rack. You will want to create your own images and perspectives of these important places.
When you are ready to take a photo, you should first figure out if you need/want to expose the shadows or highlight of your subject. However, you can still take the photos in different conditions and then use a program such as Photoshop to combine them into a great picture.
There are three important factors you need to consider when the subject of your photograph is a landscape. A good landscape has interesting content in the foreground, in the background, and also in between the two, in the mid-ground. This technique of composition is well-established in many forms of visual art, and photography is certainly among them.
When approaching scenarios or subjects that are unfamiliar to you, don't hesitate to practice before the actual photo shoot. Practice shots can give you the confidence you need to take the best photos, even in unfamiliar situations. Lighting often changes, so take as many practice photos as necessary between shots to ensure your settings are correctly set.
Natural lighting is a key component. When taking outdoor photos, pick a time when the sunlight is low; generally late afternoon or early morning is best. When sun is high in the sky it will give you shadows that you do not want, or if you are taking photos of people they may squint. The sun should be hitting just one side of your subject.
Create an interesting silhouette. Most use the sunset for a silhouette, but there are other ways to accomplish this too. Any time the background is brighter than your subject, you will create a silhouette effect. You can easily create this effect by having a flash go off behind your subject or even just using a brightly lit window. Realize, however, that outlining someone's body or face and make deformities more apparent.
You may be tempted to shoot low-quality images so you can store more on your camera card. However, you may be sacrificing the print quality. Lower settings should only be used when you are one hundred percent confident that the images you are capturing will never see printing on paper.
It is possible to make any subject more interesting by shooting from another angle, adjusting the camera settings or utilizing alternative lighting. Experiment with these techniques beforehand so you'll be able to visualize how they'll affect your planned shot.
As you encounter different backgrounds, scenery or subjects, take multiple practice shots. The more practice shots you take, the more comfortable you will get with the environment. Every situation in photography varies quite a bit. Try taking pictures at different times of the day to get a different lighting.
Red Eye
If you do not use the ISO in your camera correctly, it will work against you. Understand that a higher ISO means that you have a larger view. Image noise is hardly ever acceptable and may leave your image looking artificial if you attempt to fix it in post processing.
Red eye is so ubiquitous that a lot of people accept it, but it's still a blemish that can spoil an otherwise-perfect photo. Avoid red-eye by not using flash, or if you have to have it, do not have the subject look into the lens directly. Many new cameras come equipped with a red eye reduction capability.
Vary the angle at which you take shots to increase their artistic value. Head-on shots are common; anyone can shoot those kinds of pictures. Look down at things from high up, or get down on the ground, and look up at them. Try taking a picture in a sideways angle, or diagonal to make the subject more interesting.
When you are using a film camera, you should consider what brand film you want to use. Nearly every photo artist has an opinion on which brand of film works best. There is not much difference between film brands, just make sure to get the right film format for your camera. Once you have found the right film format, film brand is up to you.
You should know where sharpness appears in photos and how it works. In general, sharpness will manifest itself mostly towards the center of the lens, as well as center of the image. From there, it progressively distorts as it nears the edges of your camera frame.
You can make your pictures more interesting by having focus points in the foreground if you are taking a photo of a landscape. Items that you can use include a tree branch or a small rock. This will help the person who is looking at the photo feel closer to the subject.
Always crop your pictures. Perhaps you have a perfect picture that contains one minor flaw. Other times, you could have a perfect picture; however, it wasn't lined up the right way, which caused it to be off the center. Simply fix the issue by cropping the photo.
Taking a picture from a low angle makes your subject appear more powerful. Alternatively, taking pictures looking down on the subject will make it look more vulnerable and weak. It's best to experiment with techniques like this so that you can get a feeling for when it'll be effective.
Keeping your camera at the same eye level as your subject is an important thing to consider when photographing people. This draws the subject into the photo, and gives it a much more personal feel. Photographing children often requires squatting down to get the right angles.
Photography contains a plethora of ways to get that perfect shot. Some people work best with one technique, others with another. That's fine. Learn what works best for you and run with it in order to be successful behind the camera.
Taking photos at night can be unique and creative. When shooting your photographs in low light situations, you will need to pay particular attention to maximizing whatever existing light is available or acquiring alternate sources of lighting. Proper exposure procedures include slower shutter speeds and changing your aperture settings.


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Five-Day Workshop: Paso Robles, CA, 4/27 - 5/1
Two of the most common feedback items I have gotten at the one-day lighting seminars over the last few years has been the lack of a student shooting component, and a desire for a longer format.
So this year, I am teaching two, five-day shooting workshops being hosted by two separate organizations. The first will be for Paso Robles Workshops (4/27 - 5/1) in Paso Robles, CA. The second will be for Santa Fe Workshops (10/18 - 10/25) at their San Miguel d"Allende campus in Mexico.
Registration for Paso Robles (almost exactly between LA and SF) is now open. Hit the jump for more info.
Wait, How Much?
Normally, I teach in a single-day, larger class format, the tuition for which is $159. But for Paso Robles, with the smaller class size (15 max) longer format (five-day) and overhead (models, food, location, logistical support, etc.) the tuition basically gets a zero added to it.
This is the hardest thing to rationalize for me, as my goal is always to make the process as economically efficient as possible. I will admit to being a little conflicted about it, too. But some people value a more intense, low class-size environment -- and the ability to immediately be working through new techniques. So, I am going to give it a spin (two spins, actually) and see how it goes. Paso Robles and SFW are the only 5-day lighting workshops I have planned for as far as I can see. So if you are interested in that format, those are the options.
Not that I am going all high end from here on out, 'cause I'm not. At the other end of the scale I am working on a project for next year that will take the current seminar costs down an order of magnitude, too. More on that later.
In a nutshell here is my most important thought on this workshop with respect to the price, and I am dead serious about this: If this workshop is a real stretch for you, money-wise, you shouldn't do it. Keep your powder dry for other things, and make use of all that the internet has to offer in terms of free info. Do meetups with other local lighting folks and leverage the peer-to-peer thing for all you can.
But even if that kind of money is no big thing for you, you still have a right to know what to expect.
No, This Doesn't Mean Long Pants
I was lucky enough to be a participant in the second Eddie Adams Workshop way back in the late '80s. So I understand how valuable an intense week of learning and shooting can be.
Not that I will compare this week to an EAW, 'cause I can't. That's basically like being plugged into the Photo Borg Collective. They say that if your head doesn't explode, it'll take five years of mistakes off of your career. My head didn't explode (came close) and that week has paid be benefits ever since.
So I am going to rationalize the price this way. First, we are going to go hard. Don't show up here looking for a nice, easy week.
Two, when we shoot we will work in small teams, and there will be a little competing involved. This is straight EAW influence, as it balances the shared learning concept with the little kick in the pants that competition can bring. Even more than the memory of being an EAW '89 member is my memory of being a Team Purple EAW '89 member. Those of you who are alums know exactly what I am talking about.
Three, as an offshoot of the above, this will not be a 1:15 teacher-to-student ratio. This will be a 16x16 network. Every person there will bring a different perspective, and I expect to learn things from each one of you just as I hope you will each learn things from me and each other. No one holds back.
The flash workshop will be taught in manual mode. If you are a TTL shooter, that's just fine. But working in manual gets us away from the specifics of brand and makes things far more universal. If you are a Nikon CLS guy, you will most definitely want to go with Joe McNally's workshop the week before at the same location. Joe will be going full-bore CLS, and there is no one better to learn that method of lighting from anywhere on the planet.
We will at first be looking at photos, talking and demo'ing light. Next, you will be shooting each other. Granted, some the subjects will be butt ugly (one of you will likely get the short straw and have to shoot me) but we will get some quick experience on both sides of the lens. Nothing helps your bedside manner as a photographer WRT subject interaction better than having the gun pointed at you occasionally. It's no coincidence that many photographers are uncomfy in front of a lens. Being in the hot seat will make you better behind the camera.
Next we'll be photographing models on location. You'll be rotating through roles as shooter, grip and assistant for each assignment. That way you'll not only be picking up tips on how other people are working, but be able to work with a support staff typical of a normal assignment. To the extent possible, your shooting level and your brand of gear will be taken into account so that you can learn from and/or pool gear with each other.
After shoots we will be editing, critiquing and working through some minor post processing, although the latter will not be stressed too much.
Lunches will be provided, and we will have a dinner together at the end of the week. I'm thinking there will probably be a visit or two to a local watering hole, too.
Couple Final Things
First, the "novice+ to intermediate" skill level.
We will hit some basic principles early in the week to make sure someone does not go through the whole process feeling like they are behind the eight ball. We won't be leaving anyone behind because we have the time and small class size to do it right. But if you are a been-there, done-that pro at this stuff, you'll probably resent the other 15 of us by the end of day two. And I really do not want anyone feeling short-changed on the week.
Second, we are going to leave it all on the field. So don't come here looking for a vacation. We'll have fun but you will work hard.
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Journal of Computer Assisted Learning (JCAL)
Vol.29, n°3, juin 2013
- Serious games as new educational tools: how effective are they? A meta-analysis of recent studies, C. Girard, J. Ecalle and A. Magnan
- Effects of traditional, blended and e-learning on students' achievement in higher education, Awadh A.Y. Al-Qahtani and S.E. Higgins
- Harnessing collective knowledge inherent in tag clouds, U. Cress and C. Held
- Argument graph as a tool for promoting collaborative online reading, Carita Kiili
- Instructional design or school politics? A discussion of 'orchestration' in TEL research, C. Perrotta and M.A. Evans
- The impact of text-based CMC on improving L2 oral fluency, P. Razagifard
- Natural, practical and social contexts of e-learning: a critical realist account for learning and technology, Z. Li
- Factors of learner–instructor interaction which predict perceived learning outcomes in online learning environment, M. Kang and T. Im


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In 1899, an American businessman
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the intention of constructing an integrated steel plant at
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This is for the weekly Catholic Carnival!
Be sure to visit RAnn at This, That and the Other Thing and check out some posts from other bloggers participating in Sunday Snippets this week. Why not join us and share a blog post or two from last week?
Question of the week: What is your favorite Bible verse and why.
My favorite Bible verse is 1 Corr. 15:16-17 (yes, two verses, but one sentence), "For if the dead are not raised, neither has Christ been raised, and if Christ has not been raised, your faith is vain; you are still in your sins." Since Christ has been raised from the dead, these verses remind me that my ultimate beliefs are hopeful, historical, reasonable, and not in vain.
For the week of February sixteenth:
February 17
Commentary on the Big Bang Theory Theme Song
The Big Bang Theory Theme Song Part V
February 18
Commentary on the movie Ender's Game
Ender's Game Part I
February 19
Commentary on Heidi Klum and Seal healing their marriage
Wacky Wednesday Klum and Seal
February 20
Commentary on California breaking into 6 regions
CA Splitting Up
February 21
Commentary on the movie Ender's Game
Ender's Game Part II
February 22
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From The Freethinker
On this date, July 23 in 1989, actor Daniel Jacob Radcliffe. above left, was born to a Protestant father and Jewish mother in London. Radcliffe was selected for the 1999 BBC television production of David Copperfield to play the young title character.
The film was well-received in Britain, and it helped land Radcliffe a small role in the 2001 Pierce Brosnan movie, The Tailor of Panama. During filming, there was a massive search in the UK to find someone to play Harry Potter in the film version of the J K Rowling creation. Jamie Lee Curtis, on the set of The Tailor of Panama, sized up Daniel Radcliffe and told his mother, "He could be Harry Potter."
Indeed, Radcliffe became immortalized as the star of the eight-movie Potter series. Radcliffe also acted in December Boys (2007), My Boy Jack (2007), and had his first theatrical role in the critically acclaimed West End play, Equus (2007).
Answering a question about what God would say to him when he arrives at the "Pearly Gates", he told James Lipton during a 2008 appearance on Inside The Actors Studio: "'Bet you're surprised to see me' … because I'm not, as I said, religious."
In an interview with Parade Magazine (January 8, 2012) he said: "I don't [believe in God]. I have a problem with religion or anything else that says, 'We have all the answers', because there's no such thing as 'the answers'. We're complex. We change our minds on issues all the time. Religion leaves no room for human complexity."
Woodrick Tracy "Woody" Harrelson was born on this day in 1961 in Midland, Texas. Harrelson grew up in Lebanon, Ohio, and graduated from Hanover College with a degree in theater arts and English in 1983.
Harrelson's television acting career began in 1985, when he was cast as bartender Woody Boyd on Cheers. After the series ended in 1991, Harrelson focused on his film career, notably appearing in Indecent Proposal (1993), Natural Born Killers (1994), and The People vs. Larry Flint (1996), for which Harrelson was nominated for a Golden Globe and an Academy Award for Best Actor.
More recently, Harrelson appeared in the award-winning No Country for Old Men (2007), for which he and the rest of the cast won a Screen Actor's Guild Award for Best Cast. In 2009, Harrelson played an army captain in The Messenger.
Harrelson is a vegan, and is very active in the green movement, working for organic living, veganism, and social change. Harrelson is also not shy in expressing his opinions about cannabis legalization, for hemp and marijuana, or his lack of religion.
In an October 2009 interview with Playboy magazine, he said: "I like the mellow vibe of herb, its uninhibiting effect. For me, it's a better drug than any of the others, and since we're all drug addicts, I don't think it's a bad choice … Whether your drug is sugar, coffee, sex, exercise or religion– everybody has something."
In the same interview, Harrelson discussed his personal loss of faith. "I was getting into theology and studying the roots of the Bible, but then I started to discover the man-made nature of it. I started seeing things that made me ask, 'Is God really speaking through this instrument? … My eyes opened to the reality of the Bible being just a document to control people. At the time I was a real mama's boy and deeply mesmerized by the church."


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Landline by Aakash Nihalani
Landline by Aakash Nihalani is a new series of installations by the New York artist that explore themes of isolation and community.
For his new project, the artist is using his usual style using neon tape to create isometric forms. The installation are not "simply" displayed on walls but they look as if the people are skewered. The pieces used are hand made out of tape, fluorescent paper, and corrugated plastic. Aakash also used a magnetic hanging system on the t-shirts.
Aakash worked with bold isometric forms created from bright neon tape, AA transforms outdoor spaces (and often people) into playful installations.
In these new outdoor works, colorful bars pass through individuals, connecting them to each other and functioning as extensions of the urban landscape. the participants examine their own insides and connections, a visual expression of both the isolation and community I often feel living in Brooklyn. We spend so much time existing in virtual reality, these works are a visible connection to the real world.
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Born in Queens (USA), but of Indian heritage, Aakash Nihalani (1986) utilizes colored, oftentimes fluorescent, adhesive tape to create simple geometric shapes that simulate three-dimensionality and function as deceptive continuations of the surrounding adjacent structures. Once the optical illusions are created, it is the human body that brings them to life, achieving a visual effect that is surprising and unexpected each time. In Aakash's installations people interact with the geometry as they would with 3-dimensional depth and perspective, as both players and as spectators alike. More
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The next monthly meeting of the Alaska Trappers Association is scheduled for Tuesday November 5 at Compeau's on Boat Street. The meeting will begin at 6:30PM. The meeting is open to the public.
The featured speaker for the evening will be TV star Marty Meierotto. The title of his presentation is "Tools and Techniques for Trail Maintenance." Marty will discuss the methods and equipment he has used over the years to clear and maintain trails on his wilderness trapline. In addition to his experience on the trapline trail, Marty has worked as a BLM Smokejumper for many years. In that position, he has been exposed to all of the best equipment for clearing trails in the Alaska wilderness. If nothing else, this presentation is sure to be entertaining.
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The heritage of arming and organizing
Memorize: "Is life so dear, or peace so sweet, as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery? Forbid it, Almighty God! I know now what course others may take, but as for me, give me liberty, or give me death!" — Patrick Henry, March 23, 1775
1.2.1 Give me liberty or give me death!
When the second revolutionary convention of Virginia met in March of 1775, the majority of those in attendance favored quiet preparations for war but wanted to continue seeking peace with the king of England and Parliament. So when resolutions were introduced proposing that Virginia formally assume a defensive posture in anticipation of war, the majority cringed at the prospect of war being inevitable. The resolutions were about to be defeated when Patrick henry rose to address the assembly. It was his speech that changed minds so that the resolutions were carried. It was his speech that first openly advocated war. It was his speech which arguably mobilized the American colonies for eventual victory.
I therefore will quote the speech in its entirety to set the context of the American Revolution and to remind us of the similar perils we face today. As you read it, keep several things in mind.
Keeping these facts in mind will keep us from mistaking Patrick Henry for an impatient, violent man and keep his speech in proper perspective. And now, let Patrick Henry's words speak for themselves.
"No man, Mr. President, thinks more highly than I do of the patriotism, as well as abilities, of the very honorable gentlemen who have just addressed the House. But different men often see the same subject in different lights; and, therefore, I hope it will not be thought disrespectful to those gentlemen if, entertaining, as I do, opinions of a character very opposite to theirs, I should speak forth my sentiments freely, and without reserve. This is no time for ceremony. The question before the House is one of awful moment to this country. For my own part, I consider it as nothing less than a question of freedom or slavery. And in proportion to the magnitude of the subject ought to be the freedom of the debate. It is only in this way that we can hope to arrive at truth, and fulfill the great responsibility which we hold to God and our country. Should I keep back my opinions at such a time, through fear of giving offense, I should consider myself as guilty of treason towards my country, and of an act of disloyalty towards the Majesty of Heaven, which I revere above all earthly kings.
"Mr. President, it is natural to man to indulge in the illusions of Hope. We are apt to shut out eyes against a painful truth, and listen to the song of that siren till she transforms us into beasts. Is this the part of wise men, engaged in a great and arduous struggle for liberty? Are we disposed to be of the number of those who, having eyes, see not, and having ears, hear not, the things which so nearly concern their temporal salvation? For my own part, whatever anguish of spirit it may cost, I am willing to know the whole truth; to know the worst, and to provide for it.
"I have but one lamp by which my feet are guided, and that is the lamp of experience. I know of no way of judging the future but by the past. And, judging by the past, I wish to know what there has been in the conduct of the British ministry, for the last ten years, to justify those hopes with which gentlemen have been pleased to solace themselves and the House. Is it that insidious smile with which our petition has been lately received? Trust it not, sir; it will prove a snare to your feet. Suffer not yourselves to be betrayed with a kiss. Ask yourselves how this gracious reception of our petition comports with those warlike preparation which cover our waters and darken our land. Are fleets and armies necessary to a work of love and reconciliation? Have we shown ourselves so unwilling to be reconciled, that force must be called in to win back our love? Let us not deceive ourselves, sir. These are the implements of war and subjugation — the last arguments to which kings resort.
"I ask gentlemen, sir, what means this martial array, if its purpose be not to force us to submission? Can gentlemen assign any other possible motive for it? Has Great Britain any enemy in this quarter of the world, to call for this accumulation of navies and armies? No, sir, she has none. They are meant for us: they can be meant for no other. They are sent over to bind and rivet upon us those chains which the British ministry have been so long forging.
"And what have we to oppose them? Shall we try argument? Sir, we have been trying that for the last ten years. Have we anything new to offer upon the subject? Nothing. We have held the subject up in every light of which is capable; but it has been all in vain. Shall we resort to entreaty, and humble supplication? What terms shall we find which have not already been exhausted?
"Let us not, I beseech you, sir, deceive ourselves longer. Sir, we have done everything that could be done to avert the storm which is now coming on. We have petitioned; we have remonstrated; we have supplicated; we have prostrated ourselves before the throne, and have implored its interposition to arrest the tyrannical hands of the ministry and Parliament. Our petitions have been slighted; our remonstrances have produced additional violence and insult; our supplications have been disregarded; and we have been spurned with contempt from the foot of the throne.
"In vain, after these things, may we indulge the fond hope of peace and reconciliation. There is no longer any room for hope. If we are to be free; if we mean to preserve inviolate those inestimable privileges for which we have been so long contending; if we mean not basely to abandon the noble struggle in which we have been so long engaged, and which we have pledged ourselves never to abandon until the glorious object of our contest shall be obtained — we must fight! I repeat sir — we must fight! An appeal to arms, and to the God of hosts, is all that is left us.
"They tell us, sir, that we are weak - unable to cope with so formidable an adversary. But when shall we be stronger? Will it be next week, or the next year? Will it be when we are totally disarmed, and when a British guard shall be stationed in every house? Shall we gather strength by irresolution and inaction? Shall we acquire the means of effectual resistance by lying supinely on our backs, and hugging the delusive phantom of Hope, until our enemies shall have bound us hand and foot?
"Sir, we are not weak, if we make a proper use of those means which the God of nature has placed in our power. Three millions of people armed in the holy cause of liberty, and in such a country as that which we possess, are invincible by any force which our enemy can send against us.
"Besides, sir, we shall not fight our battles alone. There is a just God who presides over the destinies of nations, and who will raise up friends to fight our battles for us. The battle, sir, is not to the strong alone: it is to the vigilant, the active, the brave. Besides, sir, we have no election. If we were base enough to desire it, it is now too late to retire from the contest. There is no retreat but in submission and slavery. Our chains are forged. Their clanking may be heard on the plains of Boston. The war is inevitable. And let it come! I repeat it, sir, let it come!
"It is in vain, sir, to extenuate the matter. Gentlemen may cry peace, peace, but there is no peace. The war is actually begun. The next gale that sweeps from the north will bring to our the clash of resounding arms. Our brethren are already in the field. Why stand here idle? What is it that gentlemen wish? What would they have? Is life so dear, or peace so sweet, as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery? Forbid it, Almighty God! I know not what course others may take, but as for me, give me liberty, or give me death!"
Thus was Patrick Henry's speech. Thus were the resolutions to prepare for war carried. Let me make a few more remarks so you can see the parallels with our situation today and so there is no misunderstanding.
1.2.2 The beginning of the American Revolution
Contrary to popular belief, the American Revolution was not fought because the colonists were taxed without representation. It is true that for years preceding the revolution, taxes and fair representation were the issues that energized patriots. These were the questions that first caused friction between the colonies and England. But no American patriot took up arms to kill a British soldier because he thought his taxes were too high.
American patriots took up arms against the British and began the revolution only when — and precisely because — the British attempted to disarm them.
The first incident was when the British tried to confiscate stores of gunpowder and weapons to disarm the militia in New England. Almost at the same time (news travelled slowly in those days) the British confiscated the colonists' gunpowder in Williamsburg. The events in New England resulted n bloodshed; in Virginia the bloodshed was averted. But both historic confrontations took place because the British attempted to disarm citizens.
March 23, 1775. Patrick Henry gave his famous "give me liberty or give me death" speech.
April 18, 1775. British soldiers set out from Boston to confiscate muskets, gunpowder, and cannons from the colonists. Paul Revere rode out of town to warn the Americans.
April 19, 1775. The British encountered their first resistance by minutemen at Lexington Green. After pushing on to Concord, the British were repelled, and then routed, by the American minutemen and sustained casualties.
April 21, 1775. Still unaware of fighting in New England, the governor of Virginia ordered British marines to confiscate all gunpowder held in the public magazine at Williamsburg.
May 2, 1775. Captain Patrick Henry led an armed militia of Virginians on a march to Williamsburg. Soon five thousand men sprang to arms and joined the march.
May 4, 1775. The British agreed to compensate the Virginians for the gunpowder that was confiscated before the armed militia arrived in Williamsburg, thus averting armed conflict.
Two lessons should be noted about these two incidents which really started the American Revolution. First, the British government's attempts to disarm American colonists, even though the colonists had not attacked the British, was considered to be an act of war by the Americans. They knew that if they were successfully disarmed, the British would be unchecked in their attempts to subjugate and enslave them.
Second, when the acts of war were perceived, it was not Americans acting under the authority of the British Crown that opposed them. It was ordinary armed citizens — outlaws as the British saw them — who fought.
Our country sprang into being and is founded on the principle of ordinary citizens like you and me arming and organizing ourselves to fight tyranny.
1.2.3 The Declaration of Independence
About a year after hostilities broke out at Lexington and Concord, the Continental Congress unanimously adopted the Declaration of Independence. This declaration officially severed political ties with England and established the thirteen American colonies as independent states.
On the one hand, it took quite a long time to finalize and ratify the Declaration of Independence considering that the country had already been at war with Great Britain for a year and there was no real prospect for a peaceful resolution. But what this delay accomplished was a consensus among the delegations from all thirteen colonies about the justification of revolution and independence. It is therefore enlightening to examine their rationale in the Declaration of Independence since it represents the universal position of the leaders of all the colonies as to why America was justified in its revolt against the king and Parliament.
The relevant text is the second paragraph of the Declaration of Independence which reads as follows:
"We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness. — That to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the government. That whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive to these ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or abolish it, and to institute a new Government, laying its foundation on such principles and organizing its powers in such a form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their Safety and Happiness. Prudence, indeed, will dictate that Governments long established should not be changed for light and transient causes; and accordingly all experience hath shown, that mankind are more disposed to suffer, while evils are sufferable, than to right themselves by abolishing the forms to which they are accustomed. But when a long train of abuses and usurpations, pursuing invariably the same Object evinces a design to reduce them under absolute Despotism, it is their right, it is their duty, to throw off such Government, and to provide new Guards for their future security. — Such has been the patient sufferance of these Colonies; and is now the necessity which constrains them to alter their former Systems of Government. The history of the present King of Great Britain is a history of repeated injuries and usurpations, all having in direct object the establishment of an absolute Tyranny over these States. To prove this, let Facts be submitted to a candid world. —"
What follows is an enumeration of particular abuses by Britain, many of which were particular to that day. I shall not comment on these except to say that one complain rings very literally true today: "He has erected a Multitude of New Offices, and sent hither swarms of Officers to harass our people, and eat out their substance." We also are harassed by every conceivable kind of regulatory agency, trivial law, and arrogant official which "eat our substance" through confiscatory taxes that get us coming (income taxes), standing (property taxes), and going (sales taxes).
Now for some relevant thoughts on the second paragraph:
If you become convinced that the federal government is bent on systematic violations of our personal liberties, it is your moral duty and obligation to join with others so convinced to restore true liberty for all Americans.
This is a radical conclusion, but our forefathers were "radicals" and this is the premise upon which our nation was founded and has its being.
1.2.4 Guns are not the problem
Americans have a rich heritage of arming and organizing themselves into militias. We have not even considered the Old West where virtually everyone had a gun for self-defense. Nor have we considered the fact that up until the turn of the century, states required by law that every able-bodied adult male citizen possess a gun and ammunition.
But aren't guns the cause of all kinds of evil? Ostensibly, recent movements to restrict private gun ownership or use have been intended to reduce accidents and violent crime. But facts simply do not support this.
Fewer accidents occur with guns than by many other common things in life.
There is no basis for the belief that restricting gun ownership or use will significantly reduce violent crime. While it would be stretching the truth to say that gun ownership prevents crime, it certainly does not cause it.
So-called assault rifles are not the weapon of choice among criminals. They are singled out for gun control not because they threaten the law-abiding citizen but because they threaten an unconstitutional government.
Do not believe gun control activists who claim they only want to regulate and not eliminate gun ownership and use by law-abiding private citizens.
1.2.5 Discussion questions
What were your first impressions of Patrick Henry when you read his speech? Do you think he was a realist or an alarmist? Subversive or patriotic? Principled or power-hungry? Bold or foolhardy?
Read Patrick Henry's speech again in the light of today's situation (substitute America for Great Britain, Congress for Parliament, etc.). Using a highlighter, highlight the statements and ideas that apply now. What are the main parallels between Patrick Henry's day and ours?
Patrick Henry said, "Give me liberty or give me death!" Christian theologian Loraine Boettner wrote, "We desire peace, but not the kind that is found in the slave camp or cemetery." What do you say?
Why do you suppose that the American Revolution was ignited over guns instead of taxes, even though taxes had been the main issue for so long?
What is your definition of a "right" and where do rights come from?
What is the purpose of the government and where does it gets its authority?
What is the proper, just, and moral response of an American citizen to a government which systematically violates the "unalienable rights" of the people? Why?
If a person would publicly advocate the ideas of Patrick Henry or the principles embodied in the Declaration of Independence today, how do you think he would be labeled and treated by the federal government? By the news media? By the typical American citizen?
What does this tell you about the direction this nation is headed?
What was your initial reaction when you read the statement, "If you become convinced that the federal government is bent on systematic violations of our personal liberties, it is your moral duty and obligation to join with others so convinced to restore true liberty for all Americans"? What is your reaction after having time to reflect upon it?
Are you ready, willing, and able to join in such a cause provided that you are convinced your personal liberties are in peril? What are your reasons?
Do you believe that wide-spread gun ownership causes crime, prevents crime, or is virtually irrelevant to the issue? Why?
Do you think it is a virtue or a vise to own an "assault rifle"? Why?
The main ideas of this section
American patriots took up arms against the British and began the revolution only when — and precisely because — the British attempted to disarm them.
Our country sprang into being and is founded on the principle of ordinary citizens like you and me arming and organizing ourselves to fight tyranny.
If you become convinced that the federal government is bent on systematic violations of our personal liberties, it is your moral duty and obligation to join with others so convinced to restore true liberty for all Americans.
There is no basis for the belief that restricting gun ownership or use will significantly reduce violent crime. While it would be stretching the truth to say that gun ownership prevents crime, it certainly does not cause it.
So-called assault rifles are not the weapon of choice among criminals. They are singled out for gun control not because they threaten the law-abiding citizen but because they threaten an unconstitutional government.
Further reading
At the very least, you should obtain, read, and absorb a copy of the Declaration of Independence.
If you desire to read and study these issues in more depth, I recommend the following books available from the Free Militia.
Gottlieb, Alan. Gun Rights Fact Book (Bellevue, Washington, Merrill Press, 1988), 168pp.
Gottlieb, Alan. The Rights of Gun Owners (Bellevue, Washington, Merrill Press, 1981), 235 pp.
Henry, William Wirt. Patrick Henry: Life, Correspondence and Speeches (Harrisonburg, Virginia, Sprinkle Publications, 1993 reprint), 3 volumes, 1946 pp. Written by the patriot's grandson.
Norval, Morgan. Take My Gun If You Dare! (El Dorado, Arkansas, Desert Publications, 1979), 103 pp.
Syrett, Harold C. (editor). American Historical Documents (New York, New York, Barnes & Noble, 1960), 427 pp. Excerpts and complete texts of important legal documents from 1606 through 1962.
Tyler, Moses Coit. Patrick Henry (New York, New York, Bert Franklin, 1898/1970), 454 pp. This is a fantastic and arousing biography of the great patriot. I highly recommend it.
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Party-list Representative Emmi De Jesus and Gabriela spokesman Arlene Brosas believe it is high time that the state give couples in abusive and irreparable marriages the option to divorce.
"Kung may karapatang pumasok sa kontrata ng kasal, dapat kilalanin na may karapatan din lumabas sa kontrata lalo na kung nasasangkot na ang emosyon at safety ng may relasyon sa marriage," De Jesus said.Gabriela explained that the proposed Divorce Bill takes into consideration the rudiments of Filipino culture and the general sentiment of preserving the sanctity of Filipino marriages, which is why the measure provides that divorce be granted only when certain conditions are met.
These conditions include:
- The petitioner has been separated de facto from his or her spouse for at least five years at the time of the filing of the petition and reconciliation is highly improbable;
- The petitioner has been legally separated from the spouse for at least two years at the time of the filing and reconciliation is highly improbable;
- When any of the grounds for legal separation has caused the irreparable breakdown of the marriage;
- When one or both spouses are psychologically incapable to comply with the essential marital obligations; and
- When the spouses suffer from irreconcilable differences that have caused the irreparable breakdown of marriage.
Maviv Millora, Secretary General of Divorce Advocates of the Philippines, also emphasized the hardship that broken families experience due to the absence of a divorce law in the country.
"Nung isang araw, tumawag kaibigan ko, tinutukan siya ng baril ng kanyang asawa, sabi ko anong magagawa ko, go to the police, go to PAO (Public Attorneys Office), o kaya sa Gabriela, pero iniisip niya kahihiyan nya. Anong gagawin natin diyan, 'till death do us part? Bigyan ninyo kami ng pagkakataon, kailangan din namin kumawala, tulungan nyo naman kami," she said.
"Hindi lang mag-asawa ang biktima, pinakakawawa ang mga bata. Kailangan ba nila lumaki sa magulong sitwasyon ng mga magulang? Nangyayari, tanggap na nila na ganun eh, bumababa ang moralidad natin" she added.
Quimbo said he believes that amending existing laws could already provide relief for suffering couples that a divorce bill may not be necessary.
"Palawigin natin ang mga existing laws para hindi habambuhay ay preso sa relasyong hindi tama. It's high time we start discussing so that annulment of marriages can be accessible to the poor," he said.
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Hundreds of people came together Friday night (March 29) in Clarksville to honor an officer who died in the line of duty earlier this week. Larry Johnson, the Director of the Fifth Judicial Task Force died in the line of duty Tuesday.
"At the end of the day, he was making this community safer," Clarksville Police Chief Greg Donaldson said. "That's the best thing I can say about him. My community is safer today because of Larry Johnson. You want to talk about a hero? He's a hero. He gave his life for what he believes in."
Johnson's wife, Theresa stood speechless as people poured in to the Fine Arts Center at Clarksville High School.
"I am overwhelmed," Theresa Johnson said. "You know, you know you have friends and you know there's going to be people here but I am just blown away. Words cannot explain how much this means to me right now."
On March 26, Johnson conducted a home visit to check in on a parolee. The man ran off, and Johnson collapsed while chasing him, according to the Clarksville Police Department. Police said they do not believe the suspect did anything to cause Johnson's death, other than flee.
"You always think that at the end of the day you're going to go home to your family," Donaldson said, as he fought back tears. "This time he didn't make it back home. And we're heartbroken over that. But I know in my heart that he died doing what he wanted to be doing and that was protecting this community."
Because of his sacrifice for this country, the United States Honor Flag will rest next to him. The United States Honor Flag is the same flag that flew over Ground Zero after the September 11th terrorist attacks.
The prestigious flag travels the world, paying tribute to those who died while protecting our country and our safety. Johnson was the director of the Fifth Judicial District Drug Task Force.
"This flag is world class reverence," explained Chris Heisler, the President and Founder of the United States Honor Flag. "It's a national treasure coming to honor a local hero."
The flag traveled all the way from Texas Friday to be presented at Johnson's visitation in Clarksville.
"I know what that flag means," Donaldson said. "You know we want to talk about freedom. Larry Johnson gave his life for that freedom. And that flag is about that freedom. So there's no better place that it could be right now than resting next to him. And him resting next to it."
The flag will stay at Johnson's side until after his funeral Saturday.
"I loved him dearly and I'm going to miss him," Donaldson said.
"We all will," Theresa Johnson added.
The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 30, at Clarksville High School Fine Arts building in Clarksville. The burial will follow at Patterson Springs Cemetery in Oark.
The Police Benevolent Foundation, Inc. and the Arkansas Division of the Southern States Police Benevolent Association has set up a memorial fund for Johnson's family. Click here to find out how you can help.


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Jeffery Gonsecki of Avondale, PA died on Thursday, March 8 at Christiana Hospital. He was 64. Born in Wilmington, DE, he attended St. Hedwig's School, Salesianum School, Class of 1971, and The University of Delaware, Class of 1975.
Jeff was in the Army Reserves for over 30 years retiring in 2013 as a colonel. During his career he served in the 358th Civil Affairs Brigade in Norristown, PA and was deployed to Bosnia in 1998 and Kuwait and Iraq from 2002 to 2003.
He also worked as a pipe fitter at Sunship Shipyard, and a management consultant for Proudfoot Consulting Firm and Princeton Productivity Institute. He was a military analyst for ITA International in Virginia Beach, VA until his retirement.
He served on the founding board of the Havre de Grace Maritime Museum in MD for three years. He was a member of the Rattle Snake Gulch Rod and Gun Club in Red Rock, PA. Jeff collected antique British motorcycles and was an avid reader.
He was pre-deceased by his parents Brunny and Stella Gonsecki. His survivors are his wife, Libby Green of Avondale, PA; daughters Laurel Ann of Edinburgh, Scotland and Louisa of Avondale, PA; his brother Gerald Gonsecki of Newark, DE and three nieces, Christine Bravin, Melanie Gonsecki, and Diane Gonsecki, and two grand nephews.
A celebration of his life will be at St. Barnabas' Episcopal Church, 2800 Duncan Rd, Wilmington DE on Friday, May 11 at 2pm. He was buried with full military honors at Delaware Veterans' Memorial Cemetery in Bear, DE on Tuesday March 13 with his immediate family present.
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GoldenEye director Hollis hopes for breakthrough
Martin Hollis, the popular director of N64 title GoldenEye who went on to found his own studio, is taking a break from coding in pursuit of creating "something genuinely new".
"I've been making games for so long that I'm no longer interested in the pure and simple goal, which should be respected, of just making a good game," said Hollis in an interview with Eurogamer.
"I'm more interested doing that and trying to push the field. Increasingly I feel the games that get made are typically from a fairly narrow set of possibilities, and I feel there's an incredible range of possible games that could be made."
Hollis, who founded the Cambridge-based Zoonami in 2000, finished development of the WiiWare title Bonsai Barber last year. The title gained ground and, by April this year, was available in Europe, North America and Japan.
Now the game designer is "recharging batteries".
Said Hollis: "I'm keeping my eyes open for new feelings, new kinds of game. I hope I'm not being too ambitious, but it's my aspiration to produce something that is genuinely new."


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As U.S. senators mull the competitive nature of the Google-Yahoo search advertising deal, Reuters reports that Time Warner is fishing to make a deal with Microsoft or Yahoo for AOL's Internet division.
Has the world gone crazy?
I ask because the next big deal that anyone should be considering regarding the so-called Microhoo fiasco is whether Yahoo shareholders will blow up Yahoo's current board at the annual meeting Aug. 1.
Or, if you prefer an even less likely scenario at this point, Yahoo could agree to sell its search assets or entire company to Microsoft before the meeting.
Reviving rumors from as far back as February, sources familiar with the discussions told Reuters that Yahoo could merge with AOL, with Time Warner taking a minority stake in the combined company. Meanwhile, a deal with Microsoft would likely be an outright sale of AOL, the sources told Reuters.
Six months ago, I might have been all for a Yahoo-AOL tie up as an alternative to Microsoft gobbling Yahoo. Now I'm not sure.
Since February, Yahoo has laid out a bold, broad plan to open up its search platform to the public, and knock down the walls of its network of more than 266 million Yahoo Mail users.
How does AOL fit into that? How do you rationalize Yahoo's bid to build a massive social network out of its e-mail base with AOL's Bebo users? What sway would Time Warner have over Yahoo in this regard?
What about Microsoft buying AOL outright? I'm not sure about this course either. It seems like a poor substitute for Yahoo, especially considering AOL's search share through its portal lies somewhere between 3 and 4 percent.
In Yahoo, Microsoft gets over 20 percent search share and the lion's share of display ads from the outset. But what does Microsoft get from AOL? Well, Microsoft has long craved an entr??«e into social networking, so Bebo fills the gap.
I asked Forrester's Shar VanBoskirk to help with the other bits and she wrote me:
"The greatest values of AOL today are its portal audience and its MapQuest and instant messenger applications. With this in mind, I think the most synergistic fit for AOL would be a purchase by Microsoft. Because AOL's greatest assets are MSN's greatest challenges today. Frankly, AOL doesn't have an exceptional online advertising platform, it has no search engine or search business to speak of, and its ad networks are healthy, but would be equally valuable to either Yahoo or MSN."
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Ah, but Yahoo has the search and it has the Web mail and instant messaging bases Microsoft craves. What makes AOL the better fit than Yahoo?
It's not, according to VanBoskirk, who said she believes the shenanigans and back and forth between Microsoft and Yahoo have sullied any deal potential. She believes Microsoft should ditch Yahoo and buy AOL to supplement its existing assets.
VanBoskirk told me Yahoo should have taken the Microsoft deal in May, but is now better served spending R&D dollars to integrate its existing businesses, including search, display, social media, consumer communities and user generated content.
In contrast, IDC analyst Caroline Dangson is keeping her eye on the Microhoo ball, as she wrote me:
"IDC still believes Microsoft will come back to Yahoo. Microsoft is just playing the dating game of trying not to look desperate and waiting for Yahoo to come crawling back, which would give Microsoft a better deal to negotiate a lower purchasing price. To compete with Google, Microsoft needs Yahoo and Yahoo needs Microsoft. Microsoft may be able to work out a deal where it gets both AOL and Yahoo, but AOL alone is not enough to make Microsoft a formidable competitor against Google. "
Since we're already in Loonyville by adding AOL to the mix, I'm going to close by proposing something loonier: Microsoft buys Yahoo and AOL. It uses Yahoo Search Monkey and BOSS as the blueprints for a big search platform, integrating Microsoft Live Search.
Using the Yahoo Open Strategy for rewiring Yahoo Mail to let users connect with one another and Bebo as the consumer-facing portal, it forges a massive Facebook-like social network that includes MSN, AOL and Yahoo Web mail users. It then sells ads against that to battle Google.
What do you think? Is this a little nutty or Jack Nicholson-in-"The Shining" crazy?


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|posted on 25th Oct 17 at 04:39
your loaded trailer cannot weigh more than the tow car and the weight of the whole train cannot weigh more than 3.5t basically.
|posted on 24th Oct 17 at 18:41
If I understand what youre asking, Im pretty sure theres no issue with insurance there.
|posted on 21st Oct 17 at 21:36
Another Skoda Octavia - believe 1800kgs
I don't want to pay another £250 a year on a car I will only drive a few times per year, would work out cheaper to rent something.
|posted on 12th Oct 17 at 20:03
I'm nearing the limit with a puma on the e39
|posted on 12th Oct 17 at 16:41
What is the tow vehicle? I think you'd overload that first.
|posted on 12th Oct 17 at 14:42
I thought a few years ago you were planning on towing your 'track' car. Did you not think of needing a license for that?
|posted on 12th Oct 17 at 14:18
Push it instead, no law on that
|posted on 11th Oct 17 at 21:57
Yeah need B+E, just being a bit tight on the insurance.
|posted on 11th Oct 17 at 21:52
Not unless you have the correct license.
|posted on 11th Oct 17 at 21:50
I've got a couple of insurance policy's in my name that allows me to drive other cars third party.


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Tuesday, March 10, 2015
The Pulse Project
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What wonderful news! Congratulations Patti! We had an unseasonably warm winter and two 70 degree days in a row here in Portland. Cheers for Spring!ReplyDeleteReplies
Hi Leslee...thanks for the warm congratulations! We to are enjoying a week in the 70s....I'm holding my breath, as I fear it won't last, but yes, Cheers for Spring!! All the best to you there in Portland!Delete
Thanks a million for sharing your creativity and your art for this project. Wish you could be at the opening as well -- but pictures will taken and shared.ReplyDeleteReplies
Thank you Seth, and to Paul, for showcasing the artists! Will look forward to seeing the photos...Delete
hope spring is in the offing there. Cheers!
The work you will be exhibiting at The Pulse Project is stunning! Love being in the show with such work!ReplyDeleteReplies
Thank you so much! I sure wish I could see the exhibition in person! Thanks for your comment...you've made my day!Delete


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