text: Cape York The Outback Travellers Track Guide (⇐ Back to the main page) Categories » Maps Books Compasses » Maps and Books of QueenslandCape York The Outback Travellers Track Guide $19.95 Cape York is just a magic location. Through the unbelievable Daintree National Park to the very tip of Australia, there is something around every turn. A majestic coastline, creeks and rivers with volumes of water, the Bloomfield road, Cooktown, Weipa and the roadhouses. Then there is Lakefield National Park, Chilli beach, and the awesome Old Telegraph track. You will need plenty of low range and water wings on the OTT. Across the Jardine ferry and into Bamaga, Seisia and Loyalty beach through to the tip, Somerset and Punsand bay, your adventure does not stop. This is some of Australia?s best 4 wheel driving and scenic beauty to be experienced anywhere. Includes: Cairns, Daintree, Cape Tribulation, Cooktown, Hope Vale, Musgrave RH, Coen, Archer River RH, Portland Roads, Weipa, Moreton TS, Bramwell Junction RH, Old Telegraph Track, Bamaga, Seisia, Loyalty Beach, Punsand Bay, Somerset, Hann River Rh, Laura, Lakeland, Mossman, Port Douglas. Enlarged section of track Track Notes GPS co-ordinates Distances to and from your origin Photographic references Specific landmarks Fuel, food, water Camping and accommodation Common sense along the tracks UHF radio channels Contact Details, Points of reference Road cautions Surround Roads and Tracks. Brand: ABC Maps28th June 2014Ask a Question« Previous | Next »


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I love angels and the Impression Obsession new angel die set makes two pretty angels perfect for Christmas cards.
If you haven't started your Christmas cards, hope this gives you the inspiration to start! Christmas will be here before we know it!!!
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Dies: Impression Obsession angel set, Spellbinders floral ovals
Stamp: Joy to the world
Embossing folder: Joy crafts
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The Lyric welcomes back The Bacon Brothers, and their signature gritty blend of rock 'n roll, country, folk and blues. Long before Kevin Bacon became a movie star and pop culture phenom, and before his brother Michael became a go-to composer for film and television, the Philadelphia-based sibling duo had begun their musical collaboration. Making their debut as a duo in 1995, The Bacon Brothers continue to impress audiences and critics over 20 years later with their soulful sound. With Michael on vocals, guitar and cello, Kevin on vocals, guitar, harmonica and percussion, they are a musical force to be reckoned with.
Michael and Kevin Bacon were born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Ruth Hilda, an elementary school teacher, and Edmund Norwood Bacon, a prominent architect who was on the cover of Time Magazine in November 1964. Michael started as a career musician in the 1960s, first playing gigs at Philadelphia's Electric Factory with younger brother Kevin tagging along. He later moved to Nashville to pursue songwriting, and his musical career took off. Now, an Emmy Award-winning composer, Michael is credited with many original scores for film and television. On March 18, 2016, the world premier for Michael's four-movement "Concerto for Violoncello and Orchestra" took place at The Schimmel Center in downtown Manhattan. Kevin always loved music but chose a different path. Best known for his acting roles in The Following, Footloose, Mystic River and Apollo 13, Kevin has appeared in over 60 films and television shows and has a Golden Globe win along with several Emmy and Screen Actor's Guild nominations.
Don't let their roots in Hollywood fool you. According to The New Yorker, "Hollywood hangs like an albatross around the neck of any movie star turned musician, but this duo shakes off the burden of fame with sharply executed rock that has a blue-collar, rootsy edge." With connections in Nashville and tour dates across the country, The Bacon Brothers may no longer be one of the industry's best kept secrets.


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Fire Emblem Heroes update 1.3.0 – Arena Tier Rewards, Voting Gauntlet & Other changes
Fire Emblem Heroes received today the awaited Update 1.3.0, which implements deep changes to the Arena, the Voting Gauntlet and several other novelties that were mostly announced during last month's Japanese live stream (all details here). Starting today, here are all the new content and modifications you'll find in the mobile game:
- Arena – Rank Rewards become Tier Rewards: players now receive rewards based on a tier system. The more victories you have, the higher you rank, and the more Orbs you'll receive with each battle. However, each loss will make you fall down the rank (details in the picture below). Tier ranks will change at each end of season. Promotion was based before on the player's high score, now it's based on your rank within the tier.
- Arena – Bonus Heroes now affect defense score: if a Bonus Hero is part of a successful defense, the score will be doubled.
- Arena – New maps with "Terrain Effects": these maps include defensive terrain, giving a damage reduction of 30% of Def or Res.
- Voting Gauntlet – New rule: limited-time boost (x3) for the army fighting at a disadvantage. Affects both the total score of the army and each player's personal score.
- Training Tower – Difficulty adjustment: lvl of enemies appearing in 8th & 9th Strata have been updated. Maps have also been changed.
- General changes: Units can now be sorted by Hero Merit and SP.
- General changes: Gameplay Tips on the loading screen.
- General changes: fixed the "!" not showing in uncleared Special Maps & Event.


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Harry Becker is an artist who is of particular interest to us here at Blondes Fine Art.
Did your father or grandfather know Harry Becker ?
Are you related to the brothers that played in Beckers home and allowed by Georgina to choose paintings after his death?
Did you move to remote Scotland and now looking to sell your collection?
If you have inherited work by Harry Becker, other Bushey School of Art artists, or have been told that an unsigned work is by this artist and are a little unsure, then please do contact us and we will help where ever possible.
He was a fine artist and we are genuinely enthusiastic about acquiring new work for the gallery. We will pay the best price we possibly can and have a very up to date feel of the current market in his original work. We - Melanie and I - work from our private "stable yard gallery" in Hertfordshire close to the Henry Moore House & Garden , where Melanie also works. We offer a friendly , professional and honest service that you can trust.
Harry Becker originals are Wanted right now so contact us and we will help you realise the best price.
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You cannot ignore the fact that online stores are here to stay. As you all know, our world is becoming more digitized, a fact that has a lot of advantages, especially for the wholesale and retail sector. That is why modern businesses are scrambling to have IT experts make their ventures more automated to help capture customers from far and wide. In reality, many clients are now turning to online shopping, specifically those looking for electronics. Therefore, there is no reason as to why you should get left behind. You can check www.buydig.com for more options.
From the look of things, online shopping is more advantageous than you could ever imagine. When it comes to shopping from an online electronics store, you get spoilt for choice. In truth, the electronic store has a vast array of items to select. The only hassle you need to do is go through a specific store's online catalog and select electronics that are most appealing to you.
You can easily get ripped off when it comes to a real store. However, online shopping proves to be more reliable since you have a lot of information at your disposal. Assuming you want to purchase a stereo, you can look at its reviews and decide whether or not such an item fits the bill. In most instances, consumers review things they have used, information that can help you arrive at a more informed decision. Just click for more info.
When you take the time to think, you discover that online shopping is way safer than when you choose to walk into a real store. The fact of the matter is that our world is full of uncertainties and that is why insecurity is more of a norm. If you want to buy an electronic from a real stall, you get forced to carry all the money with you. Unfortunately, you might get robbed on your way to the store. However, online shopping is way safer since all you have to do is to surrender payment via an encrypted internet platform.
Online shopping and convenience are two terms that coincide. Assuming you live in Africa, you can have an electronic device from Finland sent to you as shipment right at your doorstep. Thus, you no longer need to waste a lot of your time walking from one store to the other searching for a particular gadget. If you are a millennial, it is best you think of the online electronic store as an opportunity to getting hold of that quality TV set you have always wished for all your life. Check this video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OFR4njeryQA if you want to know more about the benefits of online shopping.


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I've decided balance isn't possible.
How's that for a depressing way to start out?
Maybe balance just isn't possible for me? At any rate, all I can hope for is the pursuit of balance–some days I'll win and some days not.
It's that search that makes things interesting.
Even before I got hitched and had a couple of kids, balance was a struggle but there were things I used to help center me and I've added a couple of others along the way.
- I play video games. My poison of choice is The Sims 3. I play because I like it, because I write about it and I play to lose track of my thoughts and daily worries. And there are the RPGs you can start playing and then look up and realize you've been playing for hours. Haven't done that in years though…maybe they just don't make games like they used to?
- I read. I like long series of books where they're all available to me. And they're not literary fiction, by any means. Nothing like a little damsel in distress to give your brain a chance to reboot.
- I annoy Tucker. I suspect I should do this more. Not only does it give me a chance to talk with an adult but it also brings me tons and tons of joy. You're welcome, Tucker.
- I bake bread. I'm not sure if there's anything better than starting with my head all screwed up and finishing with a house that smells heavenly and a big loaf of bread. Granted, my arms will probably be sore from the kneading but I definitely won't be hungry.
- I watch YouTube videos with Tucker. Yes. I'm a dork. But watching Philip DeFranco rant about politics or Mystery Guitar Man create some kind of insane music with a rubber band or something is an escapist's dream.
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Interest in on-site training? Ask hydrocomputing for a customized PITLAKQ workshop. They also offer commercial support on the software PITLAKQ.
PITLAKQ Workshop at IMWA Conference 2013 in Golden
Dr. Müller taught a well received 2-day PITLAKQ Workshop August 4 and 5, 2013 at IMWA 2013 in Golden CO, USA. See workshop details for more infomation.


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All of us here at Dallas Bonsai Garden wish you and yours a very Happy Holiday!
Our main goal at Dallas Bonsai Garden is to provide you with all the information and supplies needed for your enjoyment of this wonderful Hobby of Bonsai.
We feel it's extremely important to provide you with personal service along with what we offer over our website. We've been in this Hobby for 43 years and have met many very fine hobbyists during that time. During that time we have always been striving to find and offer you the very best of all things Bonsai that Japan has to offer.
We are extremely proud to offer you our extensive list of high quality Japanese Bonsai tools. It has taken many, many hours of time and much effort to assemble this huge array of tools and supplies for our loyal customers. By specializing in Japanese products we can concentrate all our efforts on finding you what you can consider the very best value for your money. After all, that's what it's all about.
Quite honestly, that is why we sell Fujiyama Brand Tools. They are higher quality than all the other brands (besides Masakuni) and since we buy so many at once, we can offer them at lower prices than anyone else can.
Can you tell I'm passionate about our products? 🙂
Again, Happy Holidays to Everyone! It is our sincere wish to all of you that the year coming will be the happiest, most prosperous year of your lives!
Here are some quick gift ideas for the Bonsai Hobbist:
Gift Certificates are an easy alternative to finding just the right gift and alieviate the problem of having two of the same gifts given to someone.
Books…You can never have enough of these. I figure that if I get just one idea from a book then it's paid for itself. Anything above that is a plus.
Whats happening at Dallas Bonsai Garden this month?
We just received a container of Japanese supplies and have many new items that we will be showing you in the next few days. We're busy filling orders now for tools, tool sets and supplies, but hopefully will have time very soon to gets these items up for you to see.
Just today we got in a container of Chinese Figures that we will have up after the Christmas Selling Season. It's always amazing to us to see these beautiful items at such low prices!!!
The plastic pots will be arriving next week and we will have our full group rounded out again.
All this means that we keep on striving to have for you the very best quality for the very best prices.
We thank you for shopping dallasbonsai.com and making us the largest Bonsai Supply in the world! Because of you, we are your Bonsai Supply Superstore.


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Miami-Dade County
Another Opening Day in Miami without a mayor to cheer the home team
On Opening Day, Miami-Dade Mayor Carlos Gimenez looks ready to extend his own remarkable baseball streak: five seasons without attending a home Marlins game.
Gimenez took office five years ago in part thanks to backlash over the 2009 deal that sent $370 million in borrowed county money to build Marlins Park, which he opposed as a county commissioner. The park opened in 2012, a year after Gimenez was elected mayor, but he has steered clear of seeing the Marlins there. In 2014, Miami Herald research found he was the rare mayor in a Major League city who has not watched a home game at the local ballpark.
Let's go! ⚾ #RaysUp #OpeningDay https://t.co/jTAJKJMa0K— Bob Buckhorn (@BobBuckhorn) April 3, 2016
On Tuesday, hours before the Marlins take on the Detroit Tigers for their first official home game of 2016, Gimenez confirmed he has yet to see the team in Marlins Park. And he wasn't sure if he'll catch a game this season.
"I don't know," he said. "We'll see."
Even six years later, the Marlins deal endures as one of the least popular decisions made by local officials in recent memory. Three sports teams pursuing stadium deals since — the Dolphins, the Heat, and David Beckham's as-yet unnamed Miami soccer franchise — have made selling points out of their contrasts with the Marlins agreement. And with the Marlins payroll still low by league standards, some fans have been quick to ask why more money can't be spent improving performance on the field. Team executives say poor attendance at Marlins Park hasn't helped the revenue picture.
Baltimore students paint Orioles-themed fingernails -- including the mayor's https://t.co/ajmjtwO5FQ— Dana Hedgpeth (@postmetrogirl) April 4, 2016
Gimenez's avoidance of Marlins Park has served as a barometer for the 2009 stadium deal's political toxicity. When the stadium opened in 2012, Gimenez attended a high-school game there but not a Marlins game. He stayed away for the first three seasons, and took time in his 2014 State of the County speech to note he "still wears his Marlins scars quite proudly."
But last year, when the Marlins hosted Major League Baseball for a ceremony to announce the 2017 All-Star game would be coming to Little Havana, Gimenez was there for the celebration. Two weeks later, he sounded ready to end his unofficial embargo of Marlins home games.
"I think it's time," he told the Herald. "You know, the stadium is there. If they put out a good quality product, which is what they promised the people of Miami-Dade County, then I may start to go. … If they don't put out a good quality product, which is what they promised the people of Miami, then I won't go to the game."
The Marlins ended up posting a losing season in 2015, with just 71 wins. Gimenez said Tuesday he wasn't ruling out a home game in 2016, but would be keeping an eye on how the team plays. "I'll play it by ear," he said. "It depends on the product on the field. We'll see."
As Gimenez gears up for a reelection vote this summer, his primary rival said she shares the incumbent's disdain for the 2009 deal. But Raquel Regalado, a two-term school board member, has taken in a few games and plans to be at Marlins Park later this month.
"You can carry this ideology to a certain point. But my kids love baseball," said Regalado, the mother of two. "At this point, I think we should just support the team. We don't agree on how we got here. But we're here."
Regalado is the daughter of Tomás Regalado, the Miami mayor who also came to office in part thanks to his high-profile opposition to the 2009 Marlins deal (which included city-built garages). He said he's attended Marlins games with his grandchildren, and would have been at the park tonight to watch U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson throw out the first pitch but had a conflict with a city function.
"I still think it was a bad deal," Regalado said. "But, hey, now we have to support the Marlins."


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Ordering From Us
Q. How do I place an order?
A. To submit an order, you need to make your selection through our website by using our wholesale cart.
Step 1: Begin by browsing through our wholesale products list.
Step 2: Select your product.
Step 3: Customize your product based on the choice given for each item by selecting color, model, and size.
Step 4: Add to your wholesale cart. Make sure you select quantity desired.
Step 5: Repeat Steps 2 through 4 for all your interested products.
Step 6: When ready to ask for your price list, go back to your wholesale cart and follow instructions by filling the template with your company details.
Our team is dedicated to serve our clients 24/24. Please expect 24-48 hours to receive a full detailed quote with price, minimum order quantity, and production lead time for each of your chosen products.
Q. How do I get a catalog?
A. Our entire wholesale catalog is available online. You can also request an online catalog per category by contacting us through our contact us page. Please make sure you indicate which category you want.
Q. Can I access your wholesale prices?
A. Currently, we can only give you pricing when you use our wholesale cart. It is company policy that we do not distribute price lists.
Q. Is there a minimum order quantity (MOQ) per product?
A. Keshmara Designs has a minimum order for each product. After our team receives your wholesale inquiry, a detailed quote will be sent to you, which includes MOQ per product.
Q. Can you ship smaller orders than MOQ?
A. If you are a small or new business that wants to order smaller amounts of each of our products as a start, it is possible that we accept a mixed order with fewer minimums.
Q. Can I order a sample?
A. Yes it is possible to order samples prior to making your importation. You will need to send us your carrier account such as DHL or FEDEX in order to receive our samples.
Q. Can I order custom colors and sizes?
A. Besides our wide selection of colors and sizes available to you, we do provide custom orders to our clients.
Packaging Our Products
Q. What type of packaging is used?
A. Corrugated brown carton boxes are used for packaging all our products. These boxes are packed on a wooden pallet or wooden box pallet for maximum storage and security.
Q. Is it possible to choose my own packaging methods?
A. Yes it is possible to custom make your own packaging at an extra cost.
Q. Do you offer OEM and Private Labeling?
A. We do offer our clients the option to have their company logo engraved on most of our products or just placed on the outside package.
Q. Is it possible to add shipping marks to my packages?
A. Shipping marks can be added to the packages or to the products themselves.
Shipping Our Products
Q. Do you handle shipping?
A. Since our terms of sale is FOB, we take responsibility of your goods up until the Port of Casablanca with no additional charges. Our clients who are familiar with trade have the option of working with their own shipping company. Keshmara Designs provides the total volume and total weight of the merchandize and handles the logistics with your freight forwarder.
In the case where you are not familiar with shipping, we do have our own freight forwarder who can handle and take care of the entire shipping process for you up to your customs.
Q. What is your loading port in Morocco?
A. Loading Port: Port of Casablanca, Morocco
Q. If you are handling shipping for us, at what stage can you tell us the approximate shipping costs to our destination?
A. Shipping costs are based on volume and weight of your entire order. Therefore, they can be provided to you only once you complete your entire selection of products.
Q. I have never imported before and do not have a transit company. Is it possible that you handle our shipping?
A. We do help our clients with shipping and handling of all paperwork from small orders to larger container orders. In this case, we will provide you with a shipping quote and include it in the invoice.
Q. How much time does it generally take for shipping?
A. Shipping depends on the destination and what method you use.
If you choose a full container, it generally takes between 20-32 days and depends on the final destination.
If you choose air shipping, it takes 48h for transit time.
Q. What are shipping costs for a full container vs. shipping costs for less than a container?
A. A full container has a fixed rate which only depends on total volume but not on weight, whereas if you choose less than that, you will have a rate based on the total volume and weight. If you choose to order only a few pallets, it will always be cheaper than getting your own container of course. However, the more pallets you choose, even though it doesn't reach the maximum pallets that a container holds (which is between 11-13 pallets), the closer the shipping rate reaches the container price. Therefore, Keshmara Designs is here to recommend to you the best option for your needs.
Q. Do you package and ship directly from Morocco?
A. All our merchandize is made, packed, and shipped from Morocco.
Q. Can we add insurance to our order?
A. If you choose to insure your products, you will need to ask your shipping company to handle this for you. However, if we are in charge of your shipment, we can provide full insurance coverage for you.
Q. If there are breakages during shipping, can you replace the products?
A. We provide the best packaging for your merchandize. All goods are well packaged in brown corrugated boxes and palletized in wooden box pallets so that there is no breakage. For container orders, your merchandise is also safely palletized in wooden pallets and safely loaded into the container.
We do not experience any breakage due to our professional packaging methods. Therefore, we do not replace breakages and cannot replace products. Insurance can be added if desired by the client.
Q. What is your return policy?
A. All returns must be sent prepaid at customer's expense unless prior agreements have been made. Please contact us for a return authorization and return address.
All returns and exchanges must be made within 7 days of the receipt date.


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Here's a list of books on the topic of adoption. I've read all but the last two (just started one and just bought the other!) and would HIGHLY recommend any of them.
Adopted For Life by Russell Moore
The Complete Book On International Adoption by Dawn Davenport
Both Ends Burning by Craig Juntunen
Choosing To See by Mary Beth Chapman
The Whole Life Adoption Book by Jayne E. Schooler & Thomas C. Atwood
The Connected Child by Karen Purvis


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Hydrogel Inks for Direct-Write 3D PrintingAbstract: Additive manufacturing (or 3D printing) has re-emerged into the spotlight in the last 5 years driven by the rapid progress in hardware and software. Along with these advances, new materials are required to meet the demands of emerging technologies. Herein, we present multi-stimuli-responsive hydrogels designed for direct-write 3D printing. These materials are reversibly stimuli-responsive to temperature and pressure, and can ultimately undergo UV-initiated cross-linking. The syntheses, characterization, and patterning of these materials will be presented. The application of these polymer hydrogels toward catalytically active living materials and anatomical models for human tissue will also be discussed.
Bio: Alshakim Nelson is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Washington. He received his PhD in organic chemistry from the University of California, Los Angeles in 2004, where he worked with Sir J. Fraser Stoddart on carbohydrate-containing polymers and macrocycles. He was then an NIH postdoctoral fellow at the California Institute of Technology working for Professor Robert Grubbs on olefin metathesis catalysts for the formation of supramolecular ensembles. Dr. Nelson joined IBM Almaden Research Center as a Research Staff Member in 2005, where he focuses on synthesizing building blocks that enable large area nanomanufacturing via self-assembly. His research interests also involved silicon-based polymers for lithographic applications, magnetic nanoparticles, directed self-assembly of nanoparticles, and hydrogen bonding block copolymers. Dr. Nelson has over 40 publications and 11 issued patents, and in 2011 he was designated as an IBM Master Inventor. He has also been recognized as an ACS PMSE Young Investigator in 2012 and a 2016 Kavli Fellow. His research group currently focuses on stimuli-responsive hydrogels for 3D printing.
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This weekly seminar brings together students, faculty and invited guests from various disciplines across campus to explore current trends in molecular engineering and nanotechnology. It is a forum for active interdisciplinary discussions. These talks are open to the public and attract a diverse audience of students and faculty.


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"Relationship between horizontal flow velocity and cell lifetime for supergranulation from SOHO Dopplergrams", Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society, vol. 347, pp. 1279–1281, 2004.,
"Phase transitions in A4Li (HSO4) 3 (SO4); A= Rb, K: Single crystal X-ray diffraction studies", Journal of Chemical Sciences, vol. 115, pp. 473–490, 2003.,
"Phase transitions in rubidium hydrogen sulfate: crystal structures at 293 and 200 K", Phase Transitions, vol. 76, pp. 923–934, 2003.,
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The soft muzzle and warm breath of a cow grazing your hand; the sheer joy of seeing a soaring eagle; the delightful dance of a goat in the barnyard --these and other memories are the gifts we at the Alice Ferguson Foundation give and receive year-round at Hard Bargain Farm Environmental Center. We love sharing these gifts with the thousands of students who visit us each year through classroom visits and with families who join us for our annual Spring Farm Festival and Oktoberfest.
This year you can show your appreciation for Annie, Sparkle, and the many other farm animals that make Hard Bargain Farm such a special place. Learn more about how you can 'adopt' and support our animals this holiday season and every day! You can also find many unique gifts AND ways support the Alice Ferguson Foundation at the same time through the 'Twelve Ways of Giving' below.
2012 has been an amazing year for the Alice Ferguson Foundation thanks to YOU! We appreciate your support and look forward to an even more exciting year ahead.
From our AFF family to yours, we wish you a very Happy Holiday!
Whoever the "true love" was in the carol "The Twelve Days of Christmas" was certainly creative--and even extraordinary--in his or her gift-giving. Five gold rings, though perhaps gratuitous, seems standard enough. A partridge in a pear tree is a bit more curious in its specificity and presumes some place to put such a gift. But by the twelfth day, the singer has a veritable aviary and marching band, yet still sings away in gratitude for such gifts. AFF does not really need swans or pipers, but there are equally creative ways to give to the organization that itself has been a gift to children, animals, staff members, gardeners, lovers of history, Oktoberfest revelers, and many others for almost 60 years. See if one of these ideas could be your way to give--extraordinarily--to AFF this holiday season.
Share the love. Enjoy these ways of giving to our loved ones while at the same time benefitting AFF.
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The Center for Disease and Prevention (CDC) recommended the following vaccines for travel to Laos:
Routine Shots: measles/mumps/rubella (MMR) vaccine, diphtheria/pertussis/tetanus (DPT) vaccine, poliovirus vaccine, etc.
Hepatitis A or immune globulin (IG) – in case of exposure through food and water
Hepatitis B -in case of exposure to blood or body fluids, have sexual contact with the local population, or be exposed through medical treatment (e.g., for an accident).
Typhoid –in case of exposure through food or water in rural areas.
Rabies –in case of exposure to animals.
Malaria Pills– only the city of Vientiane is safe. Supposedly, all other areas of Laos are not protected. ***
Regardless, check with your doctor a couple of weeks before you get on your flight.
***Update: Personally, the air is cleaner and fresher in the rural areas, but access to doctors and clinics is still limited outside the capitol.


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Bishop Lynch (BLHS) Class of 2005 Alumni List
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Photos from Brighton Rock, The Conspirator, The Fighter, Dwayne Johnson on the set of Fast Five and concept art of Kilowog in Green Lantern.
Posters for The Town, Due Date, The Tempest, Monsters, Buried, Piranha 3D, Hideaway and the Back to the Future re-release.
Jennifer Lawrence is keenly pursuing the lead role in "Craxy Heart" director Scott Cooper's potential next film, an adaptation of William Styron's Southern family-drama "Lie Down In Darkness"…" ( full details)
There's rumors that Ben Affleck will play the lead role in Terrence Malick's next project which already has the likes Christian Bale, Javier Bardem, Rachel McAdams, and Olga Kurylenko rumoured to be involved. Malick is currently in post-production on "The Tree of Life"…" ( full details)
"Zeitgeist Films has scored the U.S. rights to Caroline Bottaro's film "Queen to Play" and will release the French language film early next year…" (full details)
"Rian Johnson's ambitious sci-fi time-traveling thriller "Looper" is scheduled to begin filming in January. Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Bruce Willis star…" (full details)
""Elf" scribe David Berenbaum will pen a live-action and computer-animated hybrid feature featuring classic cartoon character Bugs Bunny for Warner Bros. Pictures. The film would mark the character's first appearance on screen since 2003's "Looney Tunes: Back In Action"…" ( full details)
"Marvel's "The Avengers" film is scheduled to begin shooting in February 2011 in Los Angeles, around fifteen months before its release date. Sources are pegging that the film will be fully shot in 3D rather than post-converted like "Thor" and "Captain America"…" ( full details)
"Filmmaker Guillermo del Toro is said to be finalizing a deal with video game publisher THQ to bring his vision to titles for the game label. THQ is behind such titles as the "Saints Row" series, "Red Faction" and "Frontlines: Fuel of War"…" ( full details)
"Jamie Bell has signed on to star in the British psychological thriller "Retreat" for Magnet Films. Cillian Murphy and Thandie Newton play a couple on a remote island who find a soldier in a biohazard suit washed up on the beach…" ( full details)
"Kevin Smith's upcoming black comedy "Red State" follows a group of kids encounter a crazed preacher who gives a whole new meaning to the term 'extreme fundamentalism…" ( full details)
""Toy Story 3" has become Pixar's highest-grossing film, overtaking "Finding Nemo" and earning an estimated $896 million at the worldwide box office. In eight weeks the film will cross the $400M domestic and $500M international markers by around the time you read this…" ( full details)
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Hispanic Federation Asks FTC to Investigate Herbalife
The Hispanic Federation is requesting the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) that the regulator investigate Herbalife, a multi-level marketing firm that sells nutrition products, claiming its marketing materials promise "richness for a few hours of work from home."
"You can imagine for immigrants, particularly those who are underemployed or have no papers, this promise can seem like their ticket to achieving the American Dream," José Calderón, president of the Hispanic Federation, wrote in a letter dated May 17, 2013 and addressed to FTC Chairwoman Edith Ramirez.
The letter, which was first published by Business Insider, continues: "A particular concern to us about Herbalife is whether distributors make money selling products or recruiting others to sell products. The latter is an indicator of a pyramid scheme."
In a statement sent to Portada, Los Angeles-based Herbalife said: "We regret that the Hispanic Federation has permitted itself to be the mechanism by which [hedge fund] Pershing Square continues its attack on Herbalife. No one from the Federation contacted Herbalife to ask questions about our business or express any concerns and the statements in the letter cause harm to our consumers and investors, and indeed all consumers and investors. Herbalife does not pay to recruit. All compensation paid to Herbalife distributors is related to the sale of product to consumers. Herbalife maintains close ties to the Hispanic community and values its relationship with Hispanic distributors."
Pershing Square is a hedge fund founded by Bill Ackman, who has reportedly been short selling Herbalife stock.
Los Angeles-based Herbalife last month reported 1Q net sales of $1.1 billion, a 17% increase from the same period the year before. In announcing the results on April 29th, Michael O. Johnson, Herbalife's chairman and CEO, said: "We continue to deliver record results in sales and profitability as our independent distributors successfully execute numerous growth strategies that enable deeper market penetration, developing customers using our weight management and targeted nutrition products every day."
Calls to the Hispanic Federation Wednesday morning were not immediately returned.


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Available Winter 2016 - Rare and lovely cultivar of beech with delicate, pale green leaves edged with handsome golden-yellow variegation. Once established this colourful foliage is particularly eye-catching against a backdrop of darker green trees!
Fagus sylvatica 'Bicolor Sartini' is an attractive brightly variegated garden tree with an elegant branching habit!
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Learn how to install contemporary ceiling fans in the home. An easy DIY project, ceiling fans will lower heating and cooling bills. Manufacturers include Hunter, and Hampton Bay.
Contemporary ceiling fans help homeowners conserve energy and save on heating and cooling bills by moving air efficiently in the home.
Ceiling fans also add appeal and style by dressing up the living room or bedroom. And this is a DIY project that any homeowner can take on. This article will show the weekend handyman how to install a ceiling fan.
Choosing a ceiling fan is the hardest part of the process. Things to consider are size, style, how much money to spend, and whether theres really a need for another remote control to hide itself in the couch cushions!
Choose a fan that is reversible. It should blow down in the summer and up in the winter.
Ceiling fans are heavy and they tend to vibrate so its important to use a fan-rated metal electrical
box. Cut out the drywall and insert the box into the opening. Secure it to the wood joists on either side
using a box brace. This is easiest done from the attic.
Wire the box after being certain that the appropriate circuit breaker is turned off Just like when
replacing an electrical light switchreplacing an electrical light switch. Of course this step isnt necessary if an old fan is being replaced.
There are two distinct ways to hang a ceiling fan. If the room has a high vaulted ceiling, the down rod fan mount is appropriate, especially if the fan is to be mounted on a sloping ceiling. Down rods are available in various lengths with a finish that matches the fan.
This is a good argument for buying a well known brand of fan such as a Hunter, Hampton Bay, Casablanca, Emerson, or Harbor Breeze ceiling fan.
How low should the fan be hung? At least two feet from the top of the head of the tallest family member. (Remember to pick up longer pull chains and down rod extension.)
For a standard eight foot ceiling, a flush mount is the way to go. This will usually involve using the (supplied) very short down rod with the ball. Most contemporary ceiling fans use the ball and socket approach.
Connect the down rod to the fan. The electrical wire leads from the fan should be fed through the rod. Slide the canopy and any trim down the down rod and hang the ball in the socket. This will make it easy to connect the wires.
Connect the house wires to the fan wires and use wire nuts to secure the connection. These will be supplied by any quality name brand ceiling fan, such as one of those listed above. The instruction manual will specify wire details for that particular model.
Secure the canopy and trim at ceiling level, being careful not to pinch any wires. Now attach the fan blades. Generally, these snap into place. Install the lights if so equipped.
Carefully examine the bottom of the fan. Sometimes the ceiling fan manufacturer puts rubber wedges in the bottom outside edge to keep it from spinning during installation. The installation manual usually omits this little fact.
This is a big frustration to the first time installer who is left scratching her head. The lights work but the fan doesn't? What gives?
Finally, turn the circuit breaker on and enjoy the tropical breeze. Ahhhh...
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Anyhow, I was thinking about all of this when the idea hit me that I needed more winter friendly dresses. I got myself over to a local chain fabric store on my lunch hour one day and started gandering at the Newlook book. I don't know why, but I always overlook the Newlook and Kwik Sew patterns. Newlook has some pretty great patterns. I found several dress patterns that had fun necklines and yet seemed like a quick sewing fix. That's what this Newlook 6144 (out of print now!) was and I knew it would be a perfect addition to the winter dress library.
Linton Tweed and it is pretty thick. Quite thick really, and warm - perfect for snowy days. The sleeves are a navy wool crepe I had and then I lined the dress in bemberg rayon lining - some bits and bobs that I had lying around so that I could get the pieces used up. I used an invisible zip and used a lining treatment for the vent that comes from my favorite Easy Guide to Sewing Linings book.
The tweed was marvelous to work with. It did what I wanted it to do and was very easy to press and shape. I had purchased this fabric a couple of years ago, from the pretty fantastic Linton Tweed online store. To be honest, if you're into fine fabrics much, the prices for these tweeds are not really as much as I was anticipating they would be - I mean don't get me wrong, they are expensive. I've seen them range from $25 - $75 per meter which seems standard when you're looking at fine unique wools. The shipping is fairly costly, but I remember I received my package within 3 days!
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CarerWatch members are outraged having learned of the latest details in a briefing paper recently released by DWP, Personal Independence Payment and Carer's Allowance, that will affect many carers. Details as confirmed by Esther McVey, Minister for Disabled People –
"Latest estimates project there will be a net reduction of 9,000 recipients of CA (where benefit is in payment) by the end of 2018 as a consequence of reassessment for PIP"
As the above will be the result of a person needing care having lost their Disability Living Allowance, the impact on family's incomes will be immense. This double blow will especially hit hard those families on the poverty line.
Add to this the introduction of bedroom tax, cuts to local services; we feel this shameless onslaught from the government has shown a total disregard for the services provided by carers. Services estimated to be £119billion per annum
Our society would not function without the care currently provided by unpaid carers and the consistent refusal by Governments to improve Carers lives has ripple effects throughout Social Services and the NHS. Precious few people receive the actual support they need and so many carers are just not receiving vital services and support.
These cuts contradict findings in the Breakthrough Britain report, undertaken by The Centre for Social Justice (CSJ), which was established as an independent think-tank by the Rt Hon Iain Duncan Smith MP, now the present Secretary of State for Works and Pensions.
It said –
"The low level of Carer's Allowance discourages people from providing care to family members. It is one of the lowest forms of benefit available but it there is a high level of expectation in terms of work, in return"
Removing Carers Allowance from 9000 (projected no.) people will result in less families being able to provide care.
Therefore, we call on Iain Duncan Smith, Secretary of State for Works and Pensions, to look past his fantasy and wishful thinking for these welfare reforms, and look at the reality of what these cuts and reforms are actually doing to many people with disabilities/ill health and their carers.
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Wissanu spells out Regent's role
politics October 16, 2016 01:00
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DEPUTY Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam has clarified the role of the 'Regent pro tempore' during the accession to the throne after confusion and doubt about the process spread on social media since His Majesty the King's passing.
At this moment, His Royal Highness Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn is the heir to the throne and elderly statesman General Prem Tinsulanonda is the Regent pro tempore.
The Regent acts on behalf of the King while the heir to the throne functions at royal ceremonies, Wissanu explained yesterday.
He also noted that the new royal reign began on Thursday, the day His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej passed away.
According to Wissanu, it is not necessary to announce that the Privy Council president, Prem, is the Regent pro tempore since the constitution makes it clear that the president of the Privy Council becomes Regent pro tempore, pending the proclamation of the name of the royal heir.
"In this case, there will be neither an official announcement nor a parliamentarian process of endorsement. Anybody in the position of Privy Council president is obligated to take the job," he told a special TV programme on Friday night.
His Majesty the King appointed his son heir to the throne in 1972 in accordance with the law of succession.
Article 23 of the 2007 Constitution, which is referred to in this case by the current draft charter, states: "In the case where the Throne becomes vacant and the King has already appointed His Heir to the Throne under the Palace Law on Succession, BE 2467, the Council of Ministers shall notify the President of the National Assembly. The President of the National Assembly shall then convoke the National Assembly for the acknowledgement thereof and shall invite such Heir to ascend the Throne and proclaim such Heir King."
However, the National Legislative Assembly did not do that during a session on Thursday night because the Crown Prince preferred to join people in grieving for his father before he will make a final decision on the succession ceremony, Wissanu said.
Therefore, according to Article 24 of the 2007 Constitution, the president of the Privy Council became the Regent pro tempore and functions in that capacity until the Crown Prince is ready to take the throne, which might take one year, he said.
As Prem became the Regent pro tempore, the Privy Council, an advisory body for the King, has to select its new president to replace him as he cannot have dual roles at the same time, according to Wissanu.
Prem, 96, became a member of the Privy Council after stepping down as prime minister in 1988 and was appointed chief of the council in 1998.
Prem, as the Regent pro tempore, is authorised to function on behalf of the King. He will endorse the new charter, Wissanu said, adding that many constitutions in history were signed by regents.
The heir to the throne has no authority to endorse a constitution.
The Crown Prince would preside over royal ceremonies such as the royal procession of His Majesty's body on Friday, he said.
"It is untrue that the Regent is authorised to propose the new King. It is the role of the Cabinet to inform the chief of Parliament [of the new King] and the Parliament will hold a meeting to acknowledge [that fact] and the head of Parliament will invite the heir to become the King," he said.
Wissanu said that by doing so the process of proposing the new King would be done "perfectly".
"The throne will never be empty. Indeed, the new reign began since October 13," he said.
Wissanu said it was the intention of the government, in accordance with the wish of the Crown Prince, to do it this way. "As it was the royal desire, there was no reason to do it another way. The late King is in our mind. Please think about the feelings of the Crown Prince. He is the son. So he needs times to prepare for everything," he said.
The deputy prime minister, who is the top legal expert of the government, urged Thais to trust and listen to official statements from authorised officials, rather than taking their lead from social media and rumours. The government wants the nation to be as stable as possible during this period, he said.
"HRH Crown Prince told the prime minister that he wanted to see everything remain the same as if His Majesty the King still existed," Wissanu told reporters.
"Don't make our land be empty, don't spend everything to the past so fast. Let it be at the present time. We are children, grandsons, granddaughters, nieces, nephews and relatives – we will do what we do for our parents," Wissanu said.


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Rhostyllen boss Gareth Parry looking to make an impact in Premier Division
Following back to back promotions, Rhostyllen FC manager Gareth Parry believes his side could be the Welsh National League Premier Division's "surprise package".
Parry who has taken Rhostyllen from competing in Sunday League as Middle Pub FC to the third tier of Welsh football in just 4 seasons, is expecting the club's most challenging season yet.
Clubs like Brickfield Rangers, Buckley Town, Mold Alexandra and FC Nomads of Connah's Quay are all involved this season and Parry is under no illusions as to how tough the division will be.
"The standard of opposition this year will be a lot tougher, looking at the fixtures there isn't a single game where you can be 100% confident of a win."
The manager also feels as though the squad is ready for the season following a number of friendlies and good training sessions.
"In terms of preparation we've had a good pre-season, the lads have worked hard in training, we laid out some tough sessions and they coped well. We had some tough friendlies, playing at Gresford was a real test for us and we played well despite the score line (4-1 to Gresford).
When talking about the Squad he's assembled for this season, including a majority of old faces mixed with a few new ones, Parry said.
"The lads are fit and ready for the off, the new signings have settled in well and we've a good team spirit as always".
"I think we've got a number of key players going into this division, Josh Jones in goal had a terrific season and kept us in a lot of games last year. Kev Roberts in centre midfield is the heartbeat of our team, when he plays well the team does well.
Steven Jones was our top scorer last season playing mostly in midfield, i'm hoping he'll continue to score next season, but he'll have Matty Williams to provide for hopefully.
Lastly Daniel Brown was my choice for managers player last season, he played across the back 4 last year and was consistently our top performer, i'm sure all 4 will be crucial during the season."
After a season in which Rhostyllen FC found the back of the net 114 times in 22 games, Parry gave an analysis of new additions to the striker position at the club.
"For the last 2 years we've scored a huge amount of goals and not really had a recognised striker so my main target was goal scorer, in Matty Williams I think we've got one.
He caused us problems last season when we played against Penley and he's had a productive pre season and been taking his chances and showing us what a clever player he is".
"We've also signed Keiron Taylor a young striker from Brymbo, he scored regularly last season in the WNL, has pace to burn which is something we have needed up top."
Two defensive minded options have also been added to what is already a solid a back line as the club sought new recruits to prepare for the upcoming season ahead.
"Sean Merryweather is someone we came up against 2 years ago when we were in the north east wales league, he's a physical player who can play either centre midfielder or centre half, there were a number of teams in this league trying to sign him so i'm looking forward to seeing how he improves us. Wil Roberts has only signed this week after leaving Corwen, again he can play in midfield or defence so gives us the flexibility and has played in this league for a number of seasons which will help."
Parry feels as though he has a very strong squad heading into the season and has set the club a good target for his side to achieve.
Nevertheless though he knows what to expect from fellow third tier opposition as he prepares his side to deal with a higher division this time round.
Every team in this league will be a tough game, we won't be able to take anyone for granted."
"As a club our aim is to establish ourselves in the new division."
Although the top spots in the league will likely not be occupied by Rhostyllen FC, Parry doesn't believe his team should be counted out as contenders for the league, in what could be a double promotion for his side.
"Personally I'm aiming to be the surprise package of the league. For the last 2 years the majority of games we've played we've been favourites to win, next year will be completely different and require a different mindset from all of us, and that's a challenge I'm looking forward to and i'm hoping the squad thrives on playing better teams week in week out."
And his prediction for the team that are favourites for promotion out of the Wrexham area's Premier Division? Brickfield Rangers.
"Brickfield have invested in some good players this season, I think they'll be the favourites going into the season."
Rhostyllen suffered defeat in their first competitive game of the season on Tuesday night losing to Cefn Druids 5-3 in the NEWFA cup, losing the game in the last 5 minutes following a sending off. But Parry is still excited for their league campaign.
"I'm really looking forward to getting started away at Llay on the 11th (August)."
The division new boys now begin life in a higher division against Llay Welfare on the 11th August, with a whole new season ahead of them.
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Top Ten Reasons Why Sofia the First Is Better Than PAW Patrol
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Sofia should get wrecked because mean characters and cosmic mischief Sofia is for 10+
This is about how Sofia is better than paw patrol
I would reverse that opinion and say this is how paw patrol is better than Sofia the 1st
Sophia the 1st is a horrible, unoriginal show with no redeeming qualities. PAW Patrol is honestly better in every way.V 1 Comment
No gender is superior to the other.
PAW Patrol is anti-feminist.
Girls aren't better than boys, neither is vice versa
Paw patrol's theme song is 1 minute whereas Sofia the first's theme song is 0:50 minutes. So 1 minute is better than 50 seconds.
Hey go to jail who add this
It is paw patrol
Yeah but sofias theme is more catchy. Longer=/=better
Ugh, agreed.
So? And talking dogs aren't real either. It's a show dude
Magic is not real. it is only in your imagination, in your brain.
I really love dogs. I really do. But I can't stand PAW Patrol. Give me something with paw patrol, I'll tear it apart
Ryder is a person so he's also star that's a person.
PAW Patrol teaches you to compete to celebrate holidays and even attack someone for something you did
One episode is about Sofia want do like mostly boys like riding.
Here's a list of some of their songs:
- Theme song 1:01 seconds (every episode)
- Hop, Hop, Hop song 31 seconds (Pups save the Easter egg hunt)
- Deck the Halls song 22 seconds (Pups save Christmas)
- Pup pup boogie length undetermined (multiple episodes)
- You Can Call on Me 35 seconds (Pups save a talent show)
- Sit and Stay 8 seconds (Pups save a Woof and Roll show)
- Pup like you 39 seconds (Pups save a Woof and Roll show)
- Friendship day song 1:03 seconds (Pups Save Friendship Day)
- Mer-pup song 33 seconds (Pups save the Mer- pups
That's all the songs I know.
Princesses are less cool then dogs are cool and princesses are not cool
No, they are not. PAW Patrol just sucks. I love dogs.
The Contenders
Sofia the first is horrible and it sucks
It is boring, lame, and annoying. Doesn't teach kids everything.
It actually isn't boring, plus Sofia the First sucks bad.
''At least it teaches SOMETHING, at the most.''
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Siri Speaker Enters Into Production, Might Be Unveil At WWDC: According to the latest report from Bloomberg, Apple's most awaited Siri home-based smart speaker has entered into a mass production. The Siri speaker will compete with the Amazon Echo and Google Home which are currently available home based speakers. The Siri Speaker is expecting to be announced by Apple at WWDC 2017.
In the report of Bloomberg, it is mentioned that Apple has started the manufacturing of Siri speaker, but it will not be ready to ship until later in the year. However, the Speaker will be introduced by the Apple at WWDC 2017.
Smart Speaker From Apple May Soon Enter Into Music Market
The Apple's Siri Speaker is rumored to be different from Google Home and Amazon Echo by having Virtual surround sound technology with superior sound quality. It is reported that the Siri Speaker will be louder and will be able to reproduce sound more sharply as compared to currently existing Amazon Echo and Google Home. It is also rumored that the device will have sensors that will measure the audio of room so that it will be adjusted by the device accordingly.
The Siri speaker will let users listen to music of their choice, it will give information by talking to it and will provide automatic control over the home appliances as well. The Siri technology of Apple is already present in iPhones, Macs and in Apple TVs which is working efficiently in them, but after debuting as Siri speaker this technology will evolve as a particular product of its own. If we are talking about its appearance then, it will have Mac Pro like a concave top and a fat body which would be covered in speaker mesh.
At the event, Apple is also expecting to unveil its new 10.5-inch and 12.9-inch iPad Pro along with the Siri speaker and updated software. The WWDC 2017 is scheduled to be held from June 5th to June 9th in Sane Jose, California. The opening keynote of the event is also going to be live-streamed as confirmed by the Apple on its official website.


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The Geopolitical Ecology of Empire's Ally
Interview with Greg Albo GA and Jerome Klassen JK, published on The Bullet, Socialist Project's E-Bulletin No. 923, by Jordy Cummings JC, January 3, 2014.
… JC: In terms of Canada's and others' efforts to "rebuild" the Afghan state, what hurdles have been faced, and how has Canada failed to manage and/or transcended such hurdles? If it is indeed possible to help Afghanistan, what can be done, not merely by the Canadian state, but by international assistance?
- JK: Canada's approach to state building in Afghanistan has been characterized by two key features. First, it largely followed the U.S.-led process of working with President Hamid Karzai and various warlords, commanders, and sectarian leaders, who filled the power vacuum in 2001. As part of this, the U.S. and the international financial institutions dictated a neoliberal development program for Afghanistan, one that was geared toward the privatization of state industries and the liberalization of trade and investment flows. International NGOs played a key role in this project, in particular, by providing services and building infrastructure in towns and villages.
- The result has been a highly contingent and unaccountable form of state building and development, one in which popular needs are not addressed or fulfilled by state institutions. In this context, there is some concern that the Afghan state may disintegrate if a civil war resumes after U.S./NATO forces withdrawal over the next year. The U.S.-led mission has done nothing for reconciliation and transitional justice after decades of civil war, authoritarian rule, and outside intervention. For example, at the present moment, the U.S. is trying to sign a Status of Forces Agreement for a long-term military presence in Afghanistan, one in which its troops will be given legal immunity from Afghan jurisdiction and sovereignty. This is a further example of how outside intervention has continued to limit or undermine efforts at sovereign state building in that country.
- It is important to recognize that Canada has enabled the U.S.-led project in Afghanistan through several contributions. In fact, it has tried to develop specialized props for the state-building effort. In our book, Anthony Fenton and Jon Elmer show how Canada's efforts at 'democracy promotion' were in fact based on an elitist model of institutionalizing popular sovereignty. Likewise, Angela Joya and Justin Podur show how Canada's development projects were linked to a militarized, neoliberal model of pacification. In these ways, the authors demonstrate the particular methods of Canadian imperialism in the Afghan theatre.
- What alternatives exist? As several authors in our book argue, Canada should withdrawal its remaining military forces and support active and transparent forms of conflict resolution involving the UN, the key regional powers, and the full spectrum of Afghan political forces. After this, Canada should provide aid and reconstruction funding to a future Afghan government, which must be allowed to set its own priorities for economic growth and social development. The Canadian state must also investigate any Canadian military, diplomatic, or security personnel who participated in potential war crimes, including the transfer of prisoners to torture.
JC: While Empire's Ally touches upon this, I'm wondering if you can say a bit more about the ecological dimension of Canadian foreign policy, such as the Canadian state's support and encouragement of ecologically destructive mining industries: … //
How Indigenous Mexicans Stood up against NAFTA Death Sentence, on Dissident Voice, by Democracy Now, January 3, 2014 – Zapatista Uprising 20 Years Later: on the same day North American Free Trade Agreement went into effect on January 1, 1994, the Zapatista National Liberation Army and people of Chiapas declared war on the Mexican government, saying that NAFTA meant death to indigenous peoples …;
Corporate Wake-Up Call: German Dads Demand Family Time, on Spiegel Online International, by Susanne Amann and Simone Salden, Jan 3, 2014 (Photo Gallery): Family friendly policies in German business have been targeted at women in the past, but the tables are turning. Men are demanding more flexible working conditions in order to balance work and family burdens, forcing big changes in corporate culture …;
Riga and Umeå become EU capitals of culture, on European Voice, by Dave Keating, Jan 3, 2014: Cities to receive €1.5 million in cultural funding;
NSA building a 'quantum computer' capable of breaking all forms of encryption, on Russia Today RT, Jan 2, 2014;
NSA leaks on Russia Today RT: related articles;
Britain's Luftwoofe: The Heroic Paradogs of World War II, on Spiegel Online International, by Lazar Backovic, December 17, 2013
(with 14 Photo in the Gallery): As they prepared for D-Day and the fight against Nazi Germany, the 13th Parachute Battalion of the British Army developed a new weapon: parachuting dogs. One heroic hound would even earn a medal for his service …;
What You Can't Get From Cookies, on GIGYA blog, by Rachel Serpa, Dezember 2013;
CERAC Investigadores Colombia asesinatos, May 2009, on wikileaks archives, July 8, 2009.


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I feel like a bad blogger. I haven't been keeping up with this blog like I used to, and the stuff that I do blog about is mostly just nonsense and blabber. A lot of the folks that I regularly read haven't been blogging as much lately, either. I'm wondering if maybe the big blog craze is dying out? Either way, I'm not abandoning ship, just struggling to find anything blogworthy to write about.
I've recently joined a round robin poetry group, and I'm enjoying the idea of focusing on writing again after all these years of not writing at all. I've never had a love affair with any of the poems that I've written, but just the process of writing again is enjoyable. And I'm in the company of some phenomenal writers, so it makes me work extra hard not to sound like an idiot.
I've been doing a lot of baking again. There's just something so relaxing about it! I love my KitchenAid mixer. It is, besides the coffee maker, the most used appliance in my kitchen. Jonas loves to help me, too. He's so smart! When I ask him if he wants to help me make dough, he'll say "Sure Mama, I'll get flour, sugar, egg." Cute!
Here's a pic of him helping me roll out some pizza crust.
And we've also taken a detour into the world of sweets lately. I'm not a big candy and chocolate fiend, but I do enjoy it from time to time. Here's J after helping to make a batch of fudge. Obviously, he has more of an affinity for it than I do.
In domestic news, we finally gave in last weekend and bought the gazebo that we've been wanting forever. Actually, it's a screened porch that we really want, but that's serious money. This is a compromise that is much more budget friendly. Wil made it home from work early enough last night to give me a hand assembling it. In other words, he watched J and lifted things when I needed him to. I am most certainly the handyman in this family. It was actually incredibly easy to put together. Just 8 screws in the whole thing. How insane is that? Of course, it might not have been the wisest investment right at the start of hurricane season, but if it blows away, it's a heck of a lot cheaper to replace than, oh, say, a roof. :)
So here it is, in all it's gazeboish glory. Yes, I'm aware that it's not level. Our yard is surprisingly un-level, and so we'll have to work on leveling out a spot this weekend. But it feels good to have it assembled. Today I'm going to work on getting the patio table and chairs cleaned up and dragged around. Maybe I'll get it done in time to enjoy a dinner al fresco tonight. Certainly would be a nice treat.
There's really no news on the knitting front. I'm still stalled in sock land. I'm just not in love with the pattern of these, and they're not the quick and appealing project that socks are supposed to be. Don't get me wrong, I love the result, but any sock that includes a k4tog will probably find it's way to the bottom of my "to knit" pile in the future.
I did do a swatch yesterday for a sweater I think I'm going to try. I'm about 1/2 stitch off on my gauge, but I'm wondering if I should just call that close enough? I'm a terrible swatcher and I admit it. Despite the fact that I KNOW it's saving me a buttload of time and heartache, I just don't have the patience for doing lots and lots of swatching. Bad knitter! No matter, I won't be getting started on the actual project for a while yet. More on that later. For now, I've got a little boy who needs to be convinced that it's potty time.


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Have you finally decided that you would like to embark on a fresh career as an ultrasound technician in Glenrock WY? If you have, you're going to join one of the exciting jobs in the health-care field. However, you're going to need to have the appropriate training and there are actually a number of excellent ultrasound technician schools near Glenrock WY. This training and education will be the cornerstone to your success as an ultrasound technician.You will discover hundreds of different schools and training programs available for ultrasound techs. But then how can you tell which one will be the best for you? Similar to any other vocation, there are several crucial details you must consider first before enrolling in any training program and sonography training is not any different.
Recommended Ultrasound Technician Schools Near Glenrock WY
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Listed here are five details you really need to think about before selecting an ultrasound technician training program.
The primary factor you should consider is the school's accreditation. This is really important as you want to make certain that you are obtaining the best possible training . Every single ultrasound technician training school should be accredited by the CAAHEP or a similar accrediting organization in your State.
The next detail to consider concerning your ultrasound technician training program is the focus. Some colleges place greater focus on the best way to work in a medical setting, while some focus more on studying the actual technologies of sonography.
Clinical Training
Another really important element you will have to consider is your practical training experience. This is your hands-on training , and this is where you are going to actually be instructed how to use the ultrasound devices. Some schools spend considerably more time on your clinical training compared to others. If your school is not spending a lot of time with practical training, you really should ask the reasons why. In the majority of States you will have to have a minimum amount of clinical hours documented until you are qualified to apply for licensing.
Class Size
Something else you should think about is your class size. The size of your classes can vary from school to school . You should always find out how big the classes are at the training program you may be going to as this can provide you with a better idea of the amount of one-on-one learning you can expect.
Graduation Rate
The final point you will want to look at before choosing an ultrasound technician school is the success rate of the school you're looking at. You should ask the number of people that graduate from the school, what their feedback was, and how many of them have actually moved on to become ultrasound techs.
Ready to Decide ?
Going over these five steps prior to choosing an ultrasound technician school can certainly make your choice more solid and allow you to become the best sonographer you can be. Once your choice is made its time to plan for the path that lies ahead, what exactly should you expect during your sonography training?
Ultrasound Technician Training Expectations
Ultrasound technician training consists of teaching future technicians how to find and identify a range of medical conditions by using sound wave technology to capture images of bodily organs and human tissue. There are plenty of accredited programs which offer this kind of training courses, which includes clinical, laboratory and classroom instruction.
Students allocate the majority of their time in school learning the abilities required to operate and take care of ultrasound devices . Allowing for them to produce medical images through the use of ultrasound procedures. Traditionally, employers prefer techs to have obtained schooling from accredited programs in addition to having taken and passed the assessment prepared by the ARDMS (American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers).
Those employed in this career must be educated in human anatomy, medical jargon as well as patient examination. Great communication skills will also be essential in order to comfort any fears or apprehension a patient might have as they go through technical procedures. An eye for good quality imagery in addition to competence in picking and analyzing images are likewise typically essential.
Formal Education
Formal training is usually obtained by registering for a training program offered by ultrasound technician schools, universities and colleges. The majority of aspiring ultrasound technicians choose to enroll in 2-year associate's degree programs, however bachelor programs are also offered. Hopefuls must possess a high school diploma with coursework having been completed in math, general sciences and health.
Associate of Science in Ultrasound Technology
An Associate of Science in Ultrasound Technology training program is focused on teaching students in the use of medical imaging equipment, as a way to determine various medical conditions as well as the treatments which should be applied . This kind of ultrasound technician training degree calls for a lot of hours spent in nearby health-care facilities, practical training in class room labs and in-class lectures . Generally , the subject areas of patient care procedures, medical ethics, anatomy, simple physics and acoustic physics, are taught. Other classes in abdominal scanning, vascular technology and obstetrics , can also be offered.
Bachelor of Science in Diagnostic Ultrasound Technology
Generally, this program requires 4 to 5 years to complete, and will provide an in depth examination of a variety of ultrasound specialties which are required for graduates to work as researchers, administrators or managers. Practical knowledge in gynecological, obstetrics and abdominal ultrasound procedures is obtained by way of clinical internships and classroom teaching. With a B.S. degree you will be in the upper half of all sonographers in terms of education and according to the U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median salary for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers is over $65,000.
Job Experience
Although the completion of an ultrasound technician training program is enough to get entry-level careers in the field, five years of ultrasound experience is needed for higher salaried positions that come with more responsibility, for instance administration and management positions.
Certification & Licensing
Technicians are not required be certified ; of course, the majority of companies would prefer to hire technicians that possess certificates from a certifying body, such as the ARMDS. The reason being that certification provides evidence that an individual has the competencies and experience necessary to work effectively and productively.
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Individuals hoping to achieve a RDMS certificate will have to pass the certifying examination set by the ARDMS . Once the examination is successfully completed, a certain amount of units in continuing education has to be completed, to be able to maintain your certification. This form of ultrasound technician training might cover a variety of specialties, including abdominal, nervous system or breast imaging.
Ultrasound Technician Training in Glenrock, WY reviewed by Amelia WELLS on May 24.
Great site for info on Sonography
Thank You for starting such a helpful site. I was able to locate info about the sonography programs in my city and located one that is perfect for me. I've now started my training and can't wait to become an Ultrasound Technician.


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Thursday, February 16, 2017
Morning Observation:
This morning in Huntington at 7:20AM it's currently 24 degrees and snowing lightly under overcast skies. Winds are out of the west at 2-4 mph. Relative humidity is 91%, dewpoint 21, barometric pressure 29.45" and rising rapidly. We picked up 3.75" of new snow in the past 24hrs and have 13" at the stake. Yesterday's high was 39, and the overnight low was 23.
A Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 7:00PM EST this evening.
The nor'easter off the New England coast will move east into Nova Scotia later today allowing wrap-around snowfall to gradually taper off across the region by this afternoon, with just a chance for some lingering snow showers tonight. A ridge of high pressure will build in on Friday bringing partly sunny skies and mild temperatures from Friday through the Holiday weekend.
We'll see snow today with additional snow accumulations a dusting to 2″ before it shuts down later this afternoon. Highs will be in the upper 20s with northwest winds 10 to 15 mph. Chance of snow is 80%. Tonight should be cloudy with a 50% chance of snow showers. Lows will be around 15 with northwest winds 10 to 15 mph.
Friday should be partly sunny with a slight chance of snow showers in the morning. Highs will be in the mid 20s with northwest winds 10 to 15 mph. Friday night should be partly cloudy with lows around 10 above and west winds around 10 mph.
Saturday should be partly sunny with highs in the mid 30s and south winds around 10 mph. Saturday night should be partly cloudy with lows in the lower 30s.
Last year on this date we had a high of 51 and a low of 25. We picked up 1″ of new snow and 0.10″ of icing. We had 5″ of snow at the stake.
Burlington averages for this date are highs of 31 and lows of 13.
The record high was 55°F in 2016 (we had a high of 51).
The record low was -26°F in 1943.
Sky Notes:
Sunrise: 6:49 AM EST
Sunset: 5:22 PM EST
Length of Visible Light: 11h 32m
Length of Day: 10h 33m
Tomorrow will be 2m53s longer.
The Moon is waning gibbous, 20 days old with 73% illumination.
Moonrise: 11:24 PM EST
Moonset: 9:43 AM EST
About Today's Photo:
I came across this coyote path while crossing the meadow at Windekind Farm the other day. It reveals the characteristic meader that a prowling coyote will take as it sniffs and listens for prey hiding under the snow.
Panasonic GX8, Lumix 14-140mm lens @ 14mm, ISO 800, f/16, 1/1600″ exposure.


text: Over the course of my career I have dealt with many professional photographers who swore they could shoot jewelry. Most of them couldn't. The only one who blew my doors of was Robert Diamante, one of the top jewelry photographers in the country. But he's expensive and you have to book time with him and ship your work off. I only had four shots done by him and three of them were publised in either books or magazines, so money well spent. This shot was by a local guy: A Robert Diamante shot of my wedding rings: Still needing to be able to document my work I tried to learn to shoot it myself with an old Canon AE-1 with a macro lens and light kit. However with the cost of tungsten balanced film and developing I just didn't get very far. Shot with the Canon: A few years ago, after belatedly entering the digital age, I picked up an Olympus point and shoot that had a macro feature, white balance, and RAW capabilities. It has served me well for shooting pics for the web. But it is limited and sucks at shooting anything other than what I bought it for. Shot with the Olympus: Kind of inconsistant but still better than the previous method. About a week and half ago I picked up a Nikon D7000 and a used 60mm Macro lens and have been wearing the thing out. Since I hadn't done any serious photography in a couple of years I was a bit rusty. Pulled out the light set up and tripod and went to work. Shooting with a DSLR makes learning so much more accelerated. With all the meta data right there to look at I can make little adjustments to achieve the desired results. In just 8 days I went from turning the thing on to getting practice shots like this. Also trying out different backgrounds for my oxidized silver work. First one is on white unryu paper: Second is with glass over the same paper. With the D7000 and the same lights I have gotten way better results than all those other pro photographers. With digital the learning curve has been exponentially shortened. The D7000 delivers, is easy to learn and down right addictive to shoot with.


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Friday, January 21, 2011
Back in the USSR... You Don't Know How Lucky You Are
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Very fascinating insider view. Thanks!ReplyDelete
Hi Rick, you are starting to sound like a Ukrainian who has lived abroad..ReplyDelete
The people will not become happy overnight for many reasons. I think the big picture is that it is in their national identity, borrowed from the Russians. The Russians think of themselves as "narod-stratadeletz." Now, Ukrainians have been oppressed by the Russians.
Every history page in the books is covered with examples of the oppressions by the Russians, the Vikings, the Mongols, the Turks, not in that order. It seems the it is the part of the national identity that the people do not even think about much.
It is not in our blood to be happy, so it seems.
Happiness in Ukraine is a fleeting moment, but it is that way everywhere. Having lived here for over 13 years - there are few people here, and many of them do not know that.
I recently read a book of national happiness:
There are some excellent insights into this enigma of national happiness.
Overall, I believe that just as people are individuals, so is their moment of happiness. The same goes for countries.
Keep up the writing, it is good to follow and think about.
I am from Ukraine but have been away for a while.
Thanks for writing such a great article, Rick! I've spent at least a year in all 3 countries - Slovakia, Ukraine, Russia. Based on my personal experience, I totally agree with your statement that Ukraine has a "lack of solidarity and community". The Slovaks are in general the best as far as that goes. There are also pockets of it in Russia (St.Petersburg comes to mind). I've never seen a trace of national pride in Ukraine.ReplyDelete
Purpose In Everything, I think Ukrainians aren't much unhappier than other nations, but it seems to be more acceptable to display unhappiness in public than happiness... It's like people keep their happiness to themselves but put on their unhappy masks in public.ReplyDelete
I know a country where just the opposite is true... :)
This is a very thoughtful assessment of Ukrainian culture (and other cultures relative to it). Almost 2 and a half years after this was written, not much has changed, but I do see glimmers of hope. My wife and I took part in a permaculture course last summer in a Ukrainian village. We lived with a group of like minded, cheerful, optimistic people for two weeks during the course. The atmosphere was so different I felt like we had traveled to a different country. In Lviv we see a lot of young people making a difference. They are being creative, fun, and inspirational. I'm seeing quite a few American style hipsters around. It's refreshing to see people that are "different" from the mainstream.ReplyDelete


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Finished 41, Now on to the maintenance
Yes!!!!!! I finally made it!!!!
The hardest part of the diet is over, which is 500 calories per day, for 41 days. Now, its on to the maintenance – 21 days of no starches and no sugars – Phase 1. Then – another 21 days of slow re-introducing starches and sugars back into your system – Phase 2.
During Phase 1 and 2, you can almost eat anything you want, but you still have to watch your weight. Weigh yourself everyday because it is very important to make sure your weight stays the same as your weight when you stop taking the HCG dose (s). If your weight goes 2lbs, or more over your last weigh-in, you get to do something that I thought would never work but it does. And, its call "Steak Day."
Steak Day begins with no breakfast, lunch, and a lot of liquids. As the evening approach, you get to have the largest steak you can find, and top it off with an apple or tomato. When you wake up to weigh yourself the next morning, surprisingly, your weight will correct itself.
I know, its a little hard to believe but trust me it works!
My last weigh-in was 254lbs, and in a couple of days I went up to 257lbs. I did the Steak Day and the very next morning I weighed 253lbs. I was more than surprised.
Since that day, my weight has been dropping slowly but surely. As of today, I'm going into my 2nd wk of phase 1 and I weighed 251lbs for the past couple of days. So that means as of today, I have lost….. 33lbs!!!!! Very excited to see how this ends.
#FCHW: Faith.Commitment.Hard Work – SpokenReasons
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