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- THE GENERALIZATION GODS OR DOGS...."As soon as they leave, Leon says to me: "I disagree, sir. There are people who aren't insane, and I'm one of them. People who generalize are mentally ill."
― Milton Rokeach The Three Christs of Ypsilanti: A Psychological StudY"Yet it is unassailably true that so long as we lack omniscience and do not know all of the future, all our generalizations are fallible or only probable. And the history of human error shows that a general consensus, or widespread and unquestioned feeling of certainty, does not preclude the possibility that the future may show us to be in error."
― Morris F. Cohen, An Introduction to Logic and Scientific MethodISOSTATIC EQUILIBRIUM AND ECONOMIC EQUILIBRIUM DOES NOT EXIST IN THE EARTH SYSTEM THEY ARE MANY ISOSTATIC AND ECONOMIC ANOMALIES IN THIS YEAR 2014 THEY think OTHERS misunderstand engineering if you are thinking of it as value free.....A ECONOMIA TAL COMO A CROSTA TERRESTRE NÃO É HOMOGÉNEA É CONSTITUÍDA POR UMA GRANDE VARIEDADE DE ROCKS AND ROCK STARS ....NOMEADAMENTE AUSTRIANSGeneralization is flawed thinking only when applied to individuals. It is the most accurate way to describe the mass, the Wad. And yours is a democracy, a dictatorship of the Wad.GERMAN Engineers are frequently political and philosophical advocates LOOK AT MERCKEL . NOT A friend of mine SOMEONE developed the first spreadsheet, A VIRTUAL CONSTRUCT fully realizing that it would lead to decentralization of corporate information structure and computerization of small businesses and sole proprietorships.Another is a big free / open software advocate, arguing that the building blocks of computation should be as available as roads and streetlights, so let's not forget the engineers who developed our modern road system in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and restructured our civilization or the engineers who developed street lights and changed urban society,,,,,AND THAT IS FALSE BECAUSE STREET LIGHTS USED TO BE IN WHALE OIL AND AFTER IN GAS.....
It's easy to overlook others. TRUEArchitecture and political advocacy have gone hand in hand since the first "big man" built a fancy house as a feasting hall or posted some cave art where the light from a lantern would illuminate it.Biologists GENERALIZATIONare almost always political.All generalizations are dangerous, even this one."
― Alexandre Dumas-fils"Causing any damage or harm to one party in order to help another party is not justice, and likewise, attacking all feminine conduct [in order to warn men away from individual women who are deceitful] is contrary to the truth, just as I will show you with a hypothetical case. Let us suppose they did this intending to draw fools away from foolishness. It would be as if I attacked fire -- a very good and necessary element nevertheless -- because some people burnt themselves, or water because someone drowned. The same can be said of all good things which can be used well or used badly. But one must not attack them if fools abuse them."Look how much controversy their working hypothesis generates when all they are trying to explain is why there are edible plants and animals, and let's not get into birth control or disease control.In displaying the psychology of your characters, minute particulars are essential. God save us from vague generalizations!"
(Letter to Alexander Chekhov, May 10, 1886)"
The curious thing about individuals is that their singularity always goes beyond any category or generalization in the book."―― Wallace Stegner, On Teaching and Writing FictioN
European philosophers and historians often pick up on this kind of thing, sometimes to an absurd extent, but Madonna was onto something with her lyrics about being a material girl in a material world. You'd be surprised what you can learn about society and gender relationships when considering the design of a kitchen stove.
Economists, like just about everyone else, are stuck being advocates. If the facts speak for themselves, then the issue is what facts are collected and how are they measured. (For example, why is the denominator of efficiency usually a monetary quantity rather than a labor hour quantity?)Replies
- Anonymous8:31 AMBeyond Noah's comprehension. He would argue like a Japanese - say nothing! But, in the next blog he will be foaming at mouth like bunch of Jews arguing!!
Economists know they have fabricated a dope called measure of money and everybody is hooked on it because it avoids hunting for the most of us. We would much rather gather and protect through dope. Underlying all this is Darwinian and most economists fail to understand that.
- Zathras8:42 AMYou are interpreting the engineer/advocate split too literally (you must be an engineer). :) It's just a symbol for a dichotomy of different traits and characteristics, which are commonly understood to map onto a "engineer/advocate" dichotomy.and we don't argue much more than the average we the remains of the old jews
- In response to the question of whether to be advocates or engineers, it is pretty clear that Economics as a field has enough engineers. Most Economists I know are working for large corporations, and almost all of them are engineers within the company, not advocates (there are a few extremely annoying exceptions). They have to forecast demand and prices for their products, and this work does not allow ideology to get in the way. They build structural econometric models, and they let the chips fall where they may. Sometimes the models have implications which could be interpreted in a political way (yes, even microeconomic models of demand can have political implications), but that's not the objective of the analysis. I was at a business economics conference (NABE) a couple of years ago, where someone did a presentation on "Austrian Economics 101." The reaction of the audience was extremely negative, as they saw it either as making no useful predictions or coming from too simplistic assumptions. Business economists are not in a position to advocate in this way. So the job of advocacy falls to academic economists. After all, if good economists don't advocate, the only advocates will be bad economists.
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na alma em zero absoluto:
o brutus tem seus mometos
não pode ficar só bruto
é o sentir dos humanos
todo o brutus
tem brutos manos
brutos mas astutos
viver à míngua,
pai nosso do dia-a-dia,
de prezar no salame a fatia
que bem calha na vaca a língua.
não lhe dou facadas, pingo-a,
e logo faço planos,
eriçado por famintos esganos,
de trinchar o protesto,
e assim na fome manifesto
que a fome tem brutos manos
chamo à vaca fria artistas
que da vaca são especialistas,
eminentes bois professores,
ou os bois e vacas escritores
e também vários linguistas,
vacas em livros e revistas,
questionam, miram, escutam
e ignorando tudo. tudo refutam
coisa que é assaz aberrante
e se o acaso levar àvante
agente instante a instante
da alma calma disfrutam
e não lutam
pois lutar em país d'abril
é estar provavelmente senil
grafias alternativas
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em merdas tão peludas
em vontades que costantemente
como as consoantes mudas
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às pilhagens permissivas
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e pode ficar corruto ..
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By Bob Barnett
There has been a lot of talk in recent months about how "polarized" the world has become. Much of that talk stems from the recent U.S. election, which through the electoral college system produced what many people now refer to as red states and blue states. But the division is apparent at many levels.
In a Nov. 1 interview with NBC News Democratic presidential nominee John Kerry was asked why, if things were so wrong in Iraq and in America, the election was still so close. His answer: "Because its polarized. And because the Bush campaign has mostly run a very negative campaign to push the hot buttons of polarization."
After the election the Washington Post weighed in with a Nov. 14 editorial headlined: A polarized nation?
"This years political campaigns generated much regretful commentary about our polarized society, and those red-and-blue maps of the results reinforced the sense of a divided nation," the paper stated. It went on to say that polarization was both milder and more serious than presumed; that ordinary Americans are probably less polarized than in the past, but "several powerful forces are pushing them further apart." Radio and television talk shows, Internet sites, single-issue activism and political spending are some of the divisive forces the Post identified. "Although citizens are not deeply divided, the minority that dominates the political arena is genuinely polarized," the paper declared.
Perhaps taking a cue from earlier, simpler times, politicians, corporate leaders, activists and others seem to have increasingly decided issues are black and white; you are either with us or against us. The U.S. election and the Iraq war are only the most obvious examples, but everything from offshore oil drilling to privatization of government services to climate change to the opening of Flute Basin seems to be quickly boiled down to yes and no sides these days.
This isnt necessarily polarization. Differences of opinion are as inherent to human beings (and newspapers) as DNA. But at the end of the day there are often hard decisions that have to be made on complex issues; decisions that often come down to a yes or a no. Its the process we follow to get to those decisions that can leave concerned people feeling polarized or accepting of a decision.
Last week we had a letter to the editor from a North Carolina resident who said he no longer felt welcome in Whistler. This week we have several letters in response. They all demonstrate empathy for the original letter writer, but there are also differences of opinion.
In a town based on tourism, it is a huge concern when someone says they no longer feel welcome. It would also be an enormous concern if differences of opinion were no longer welcome. A forum for such public discussions is also inherently part of a newspaper.
At a time when polarization seems common on so many fronts, the tolerance of contrary views on many issues in the Sea to Sky corridor has been impressive. From the proposed logging above Pemberton to independent power projects to the opening of Flute Basin, the debates locally have been open, healthy and for the most part respectful. Consensus has not necessarily been achieved but we are stronger for having gone through the process.
To be sure, there have been some bizarre opinions expressed locally from time to time some of the comments on employee housing projects come to mind but for the most part Whistler people are pretty tolerant and open to engaging in an exchange of ideas. Its this dialogue, at a community level, about our policies, attitudes, faults, specific projects and even visitors, that is encouraging. The dialogue at national levels is frequently less encouraging.
Nine years ago, during a visit to Whistler, Myles Rademan, then the director of public affairs for Park City, Utah, discussed the importance of civic dialogue, calling it "the basis of democracy."
"To me the essence of community is one where the relationships are as important as the issues. We have to trust each other," he said. "My own experience is that places that work on their relationships are more successful. Local governments role is to bring people together, to foster relationships."
Relationships always need fostering, as issues need debate. At Pique Newsmagazine we endevour to play a role in both.


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From Benjamin Franklin to Vergennes, 8 August 1782
To Vergennes
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Passy, Augt. 8. 1782
Yesterday Mr Oswald communicated to Mr. Jay and me a Paper he had just received from his Court being a Copy of the King's Order to the Attorney or Sollicitor General to prepare a Commission to pass the great Seal, appointing him to treat with us &ca.4 and he shew'd me a Letter from Mr Secretary Townshend, which expresses his Concern that the Commission itself could not be sent by this Courier, the Officers who were to expedite it being in the Country, which would occasion a Delay of eight or ten Days; but that its being then sent might be depended on, and it was hoped the Treaty might in the meantime be proceeded on. Mr Oswald left with me a Copy of the Paper, which I enclose for your Excellency's Consideration,5 and am with great Respect, Sir, Your Excellency's most obedient and most humble Sert
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3. In the hand of WTF, except for the last six words of the complimentary close, which are in BF's hand.
4. Following a cabinet recommendation of July 25 (Fortescue, Correspondence of George Third, VI, 91), the King had Townshend write the order that same day. It asked that a bill be prepared for the King's signature empowering Oswald to negotiate with any commissioner or commissioners named by the thirteen "Colonies or plantations or with any Body or Bodies, Corporate or Politick or any Assembly or Assemblies or Description of Men or any Person or Persons whatsoever a Peace or a Truce with the said Colonies or plantations or any of Them, or any part or parts thereof": Giunta, Emerging Nation, I, 471–3; BF's copy, in L'Air de Lamotte's hand, is at the Library of Congress and another copy is at the AAE. Oswald's instructions of July 31 (Giunta, Emerging Nation, I, 481–4) authorized him to allow any persons with whom he treated "to describe themselves by any Title or Appellation whatever."
5. Oswald received the King's order (serving as a draft commission) and his instructions on the evening of Aug. 6. The following morning he showed the draft commission to BF. According to Oswald, BF was relieved to see it, since Vergennes' own negotiations with Fitzherbert were stalled until it arrived; Vergennes had told BF that "both treaties must go on together hand in hand." BF "seemed to be satisfied, and said, as on a former occasion, He hoped we should agree; and not be long about it": Morris, Jay: Peace, pp. 286, 292, 295.
Oswald then took his draft commission to Jay, who remarked that independence should be expressly granted by Parliament in advance of negotiations for a treaty: Morris, Jay: Peace, p. 287. On Aug. 8, BF and Jay called on Oswald, after having seen Fitzherbert, and informed him of BF's present communication with Vergennes.
The conversation between Jay and Oswald marked the beginning of a crisis which paralyzed negotiations until Oswald received a revised commission, issued on Sept. 21, specifically empowering him to treat "with any Commissioners or Persons vested with equal powers, by and on the part of the Thirteen United States of America": Morris, Jay: Peace, pp. 292–3, 298–308, 310–11, 360–2.


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Bhubaneswar, May 22:
In yet another populist move, Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik today ordered implementation of a scheme to facilitate pilgrimages by senior citizens of all religions to places of pilgrimage both inside and outside the state.
Patnaik issued the directive during his review and planning for the coming years of the Culture and Tourism department at the state secretariat here today.
Pilgrimage tours will be arranged through trains and buses for senior citizens of the state, said an official release.
Patnaik advised extensive development of infrastructure in the tourism sector since the state has witnessed a 12 percent growth in inflow of tourists.
It was decided at the meeting to take steps to attract foreign tourists in large numbers.
In order to attract flight operators to operate international flights from Biju Patnaik International Airport, the state government has taken steps for reduction of VAT on Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) from five percent to zero percent, which will be implemented very soon.
The Chief Minister asked the department to focus on tourism development setting the highest professional standards and create adequate employment opportunities for the youth in the state.
Besides, the Chief Minister directed authorities to fill up posts of district culture officers in each district. The number of such officers is presently 13 in the state.
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Category: Eskom
No Mr President, your narrative isn't true.
President Zuma' recent comments on the "nuclear programme" refers.
The narrative provided by President Zuma isn't true. In a recent address the president suggests it was pressure from the West which lead "the apartheid government to dismantle its nuclear weapons and programmes before the Communist Bloc-backed ANC could take over power at the end of the Cold War."
The campaign against nuclear energy was part and parcel of the campus revolts and anti-apartheid movement during the 1980s. Environmental groups such as Koeberg Alert and Earthlife Africa, campaigned alongside anti-apartheid activists, linking apartheid and the environment, during successive periods and under the banner "forward to a non-racist, non-sexist, nuclear-free continent".
Although South Africa's nuclear weapons programme was ostensibly abandoned in 1989. It was the Treaty of Pelindaba, requiring that parties "will not engage in the research, development, manufacture, stockpiling acquisition, testing, possession, control or stationing of nuclear explosive devices in the territory of parties to the treaty and the dumping of radioactive wastes in the African zone by treaty parties", which came into effect on 15 July 2009, ratified by 28 countries, which achieved the end-result. The African Commission on Nuclear Energy, was thus set up in order to verify compliance with the treaty,
None of this would have been possible, if the first conference on Environment and Development, held at UWC and attended by representatives from recently unbanned political parties had not accepted environmental justice and sustainable development as policies for our country. It was thus pressure from the broad campaign for environmental justice on the African continent which resulted in the eventual capitulation by the apartheid government and in turn the dismantling of the nuclear programme, alongside subsequent initiatives.
It is no surprise then that South Africa is the first country in the world to enshrine 'ecological sustainable development' in its constitution and to willingly give up its nuclear weapons programme. As such our Constitution adopted the peace principles and environmental priorities that defined us as a nation, and this without any intervention required by the Western Powers.
Energy commons a way out of Eskom's debt trap?
OPPOSITION leaders, including Musi Maimane and Mosiuoa Lekota have called for an end to the anti-privatisation fiasco, but the solutions on the table need not entail the wholesale privatisation of state assets.
Moving South Africa forward to a better economic future could include the creation of an energy commons. In this scenario Eskom would become merely the operator of the national grid. Allowing the generation of electricity to form the basis for new enterprises, each of which could compete for access to the consumer, by providing a host of services, including the provisioning of technology.
Think of mobile phone companies and the convergence which has occurred on the Internet. New virtual electricity companies could provide consumers with choices including access to dishwashers, microwave ovens and other household technology — choices in renewable energy, women-friendly companies and other solutions that are just not available under the current system.
An energy commons that served as a repository of energy for the good of the nation, would allow greater competition at the same time as maintaining government control over the fiscus. Thus un-economical energy systems and bankrupt energy companies would be allowed to whither away and die. Only the most efficient energy providers would be allowed to survive, removing the need for annual bail-outs.
Essentially what South Africans (and especially small business) require the most, is cost-effective wattage hours. But doing this would require the removal of the inefficient, apartheid-era, extractive and exploitative sale of bulk electricity, the system which has been the backbone of municipalities since the days of race segregation. Under the current regime, Eskom sells electricity to local municipalities who in turn sell energy to the consumer, resulting in a profit pyramid scheme.
Creating a more horizontal energy system that is localised and avoids wastage associated with highly centralised projects and transmission over distance, (some 6-15% of electricity is lost this way) presents a number of gains for the consumer. Instead of draining our economy, we would see new enterprises, greater employment and a bigger tax-base.
Allowing municipalities to invest in new energy start-ups, in the same way as the government owns shares in Vodacom, could provide a way out of this cash cow problem. Instead, Minister Nene is now selling these "non-core stakes" to cover his administration's bail-out of moribund and inefficient state-enterprises.
Think of the national grid as the backbone, and the energy commons as a pool of energy into which energy providers contribute, thus providing access to basic services, and then where value-added services are bolted to this mix, is one way of looking at the solution.
A 1998 White Paper, recommended that Eskom be split into separate generation and transmission companies to "assist the introduction of competition into electricity generation". Reform of a bloated "vertically integrated" monopoly that controls electricity supply from start to finish has been stymied by labour demands that boil down to maintaining a dirigiste economy in the form of state capitalism.
South Africa inherited the apartheid state apparatus, which included Eskom and Telkom. These two monopolies are government-run corporate entities known as parastatels. Both are dependent on annual bail-outs from the treasury.
The cost of the latest Eskom bail-out has been included in the 2015 budget announced by Minister Nene at a whopping R23bn, and this comes upon rate hikes and increases in the cost of Eskom services to the consumer.
Nene's rationale for maintaining the monopoly is exactly the same rationale as previous ANC administrations: "30% of South African's do not enjoy access to electricity, Eskom is the only way we can provide them with services". The policy of maintaining an energy monopoly which is responsible for most energy generation, while gradually opening up the market to a minority of new Independent Power Producers, has meant this figure has remained unchanged. In other words, like our unemployment figures, the percentage of South African's without electricity remains the same, since enterprise development is not able to keep up with the countries increase in population.*
Another factor is the peculiar ideological focus of the ruling alliance. The ruling party is in reality a centre-left alliance of union and business factions. The ANC thus balances its business interests with the interests of unions and the SACP resulting in a beast not unlike Dr Dolittle's pushmi-pullyu. The downgrading of Eskom's debt and the inquiry into its operations (there is only one electrical engineer on Eskom's board) all point to a crisis in South Africa's energy sector.
At the end of the day it is the consumer who stands to benefit from greater choice in energy providers that would be provided by a more efficient energy commons.
* South Africa's population grew by 15/5% since the ANC came to power in 1994. A one-child-per-family policy as implemented in China and the basis for the country's current economic success, could prevent the increase of the population from 52 million to 100 million over the next two decades.


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text: February 7, 2016 Kat Webster Daddy's top 5 benefits of practising yogaGolf, PlayStation, watch football, drink beer or yoga? While I know which pastimes Ru most definitely prefers, nevertheless he practises yoga about twice a week now. His initial motivations were to stop me nagging, tone his tummy and fall asleep at the end of class but lately he has noticed some very nice added benefits which he thinks are helping to relieve injuries and chill him out, maybe one day his finger nails might even grow back, but for now here are his top 5 benefits of practising yoga.1. Relieves aches and pains in his back, knees and neck. "Yoga, for me helps with injuries instead of creating them". Ru has a bad knee and suffers from back and neck pain after driving long distances for work or sleeping in a weird position, often with a puppy and a toddler on him, he feels like the yoga classes really help stretch out any tight areas and relieve tension. 2. He feels a bit more elastic. While sitting crossed-legged for Ru is still torture and any hip opening poses make him cry, he feels that slowly but surely his body is a little more open, free and youthful, hopefully helping to prevent the need for any knee or hip replacement operations in the future. 3. A sense of utter disconnection. "I love the amazing relaxed feeling you experience just after class". For one hour with no phone, no computer, no emails, no chores and no socks - trying his best to connect his breath with his body and move in a dynamic way, all he feels is absolute disconnection, it takes him a good 15 minutes to be able to speak coherently and remember his name afterwards. Surely that's a good thing. 4. Gives him more energy. Ru is the first to to fall asleep in savasana at the end of class and I see that in most men, they seem to be able to let-go into yogic sleep with a lot more ease than women, often snoring blissfully for a while. This 5-10 minutes deep relaxation at the end of class helps to eradicate the feelings of exhaustion that everyday life brings. Don't ever rush out of class and miss the best bit at the end, your body needs it more than you know. 5. Tone and fitness. "I really like the fact that you exercise parts of body never exercised in common sports and learn how to use the breath properly". Ru loves the upper-body strengthening poses such as chaturanga and planks - as most men do, he feels after 2 classes of yoga a week he doesn't have to do any other toning exercises, so much so he cancelled his gym membership at Christmas - seems like we really do have a convert! This year La Casa Del Yoga has seen a significant increase in men practising yoga and our retreats are becoming very popular with boys too - proving that yoga is not just for girls, hippies and people who can touch their toes. Fancy a full weekend of yoga in the Basque Country? We offer retreats all-year round, the yoga is fun, dynamic, accessible and truly relaxing, check Bilbao Yoga Retreats out here.


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By the end of my first year of residency, I knew I was in trouble.
I was overwhelmed by the 15-hour days, the unbearable sadness of the tragedies I witnessed, my feelings of impotence and my fears of making a mistake.
My life was my work and everything else seemed to be falling apart: my physical health, my relationships, my ability to sleep after months of night shifts.


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More than 90 per cent of accountants expect to see developments in technology change their jobs substantively over the course of the next decade.
That's according to research carried out by Thomson Reuters, which has been canvassing opinions on expectations for the future among accountancy professionals across the UK.
A majority of those asked said they expect cloud computing and the availability of real-time data to have a significant impact on their roles as accountants by 2028.
Almost two-thirds (59 per cent) of the people polled said they view real-time data as a positive tech-driven development for accountancy professionals.
No fewer than 96 per cent of the accountants asked said that they consider diversification of services to be an important operational issue as new technologies emerge and have an impact.
There was a widespread appreciation among accountants that they might need to add new skills and capabilities to their service offerings as automation technologies come to be increasingly in use.
Thomson Reuters' researchers have said that by 2028 accountants expect to be spending considerably more of their time focussed on advisory services and providing guidance in areas such as IT, business planning and tax consultancy.
"The tax and accounting profession is facing multiple sources of meaningful change, including new legislation and a wave of new technology that will impact both their own and their clients' businesses," said Charlotte Rushton, president of Thomson Reuters' tax professionals business.
"Accounting and tax professionals who increase their focus on adopting and becoming proficient with next-generation technologies, while incorporating higher-value advisory services into their mix, will position themselves for a stronger future."
Stephen Pell, founder of music accountancy firm Pell Artist, said: "Technology is going to make life much more enjoyable and rewarding for an accountant, and it will only bring benefits to the adviser, and to the client."
"In 10 years' time there will still be a need for my role as an accountant, as long as I progress with change and rebalance the core of bookkeeping services versus advisory services from a 50-50 split currently, to 25-75," added Freddie Faure, from CooperFaure Accountants.


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Even though I have been trying to get away from murder-related entertainment, I still sometimes enjoy watching some spooky YouTube channels. What I actually enjoy are the channels that discuss horror/scary things around the internet. I like hearing their theories about what the stories mean. Here are a few of my favorites, in no particular order:
Noir Ascii
Nexpo (formerly Nightmare Expo)
I hope that you enjoy their theories as much as I do. If you have any other channels that are similar, feel free to hit me up with a link either in the comments or on Twitter.


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We all look forward to spending our free time engaged in enjoyable social activities. The Arc's Recreation Department offers a wide variety of leisure time activities for children, teens and adults with special needs. All of the programs offer age-appropriate activities and instruction, which include drama, music, arts and crafts, cooking and swimming lessons, health and wellness activities, sports, community inclusion outings and other engaging activities.
Pre-registration is required prior to program placement.
Who benefits from our program: We offer recreation programs for children, teens, and adults.
What our program offers:
Day camp programs are offered during winter spring and summer school breaks. Day camps provide great social and emotional opportunities with a wide variety of engaging activities, community inclusion outings, learning activities, sports and instructional classes in swimming, music, drumming and health and wellness.
Inclusion day camp options are available during winter, spring and summer school breaks. Applicants must qualify for municipality registration guidelines and can meet the municipality ratio of 1:10 and up. Youth participate in an inclusive camp and are engaged in all activities and outings.
TEEN SUMMER DAY CAMP, Ages 14 - 22
A summer day camp program providing great social and emotional opportunities for teens ages 14 through high-school who have aged out of inclusion day camps. The teen day camp provides learning activities and instructional classes in drama, music, cooking, health and wellness along arts and community inclusion outings.
TGIF is a leisure social program for adults ages 18 and older who can join us on scheduled Friday evenings and some Saturdays. This adult program offers a wide variety of themed social activities, dances and community inclusion outings. Adults must have the ability to safely and actively participate with a 1:15 ratio during all activities and community outings.
This program is for adults aged 18 and older who are no longer enrolled in high school. The day program offers a wide variety of fun, themed social activities, life skills and community inclusion outings. Activities include cooking, learning activities, crafts, community awareness and health
and wellness. Adults must be able to safely and actively participate with a 1:10 ratio during all activities and community outings.
Our programs rely on support from the community. Please donate here.
We are always in need of volunteers, too. Please sign up here.
Thank you to our long-standing partners:
- The City of West Palm Beach has provided support since 1994
- The Palm Beach County Sheriffs' office has supported The Arc for 8 years, providing funding for fieldtrips, supplies and scholarships.
- The City of Palm Beach Gardens
- The City of Jupiter


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Video format is a annoying problem for video fans. It always blocks on the road when you try to make something or enjoy some videos. So video converters were therefore this annoying problem.
There are many third-party software on the market like the video converters to help you out. The converters can change the video file formats to one that is supported by your playable device. Well, I have tried some free video converters that will help you convert the different video formats to get video formats compatible to your video players. Today I'd like to talk about 4 top free iPod converters in my mind.
Leawo Free iPod Converter 18.104.22.168 (windows/mac)
I am really familiar with Leawo Video Converters. Leawo Free iPod Converter is a wonderful free iPod converter. It can converts popular video formats like WMV, WMA, AVI, MPG, MPEG, RMVB, RM, RA, MOV, QT, MP4, M4V, DV, DAT, MP3, AAC, etc. to MP4/M4A/MP3/AAC/WAV format for iPod, iPhone and Apple TV.
It can support batch process and convert multiple videos at a time. And it can merge several files into one. With several files merged into one file for output, then you'll enjoy a single long movie with a single click. Get original properties easily. This program allows you easily access the properties of the original video file for better controlling the video to iPod conversion.
Leawo Free iPod Converter is a free video converter. It will leave no watermark on the video converted. And it has no time limitation, you can keep use it freely forever. So I think it is a really free ipod converter.
But it has some advanced function like edit, crop videos if you pay for the PRO version. It is $9.95. lol. I am using the PRO version now.
Xilisoft iPod Converter 5.1.20.0202 (windows/mac)
I download Xilisoft iPod Converter from CNET yesterday. It is a popular video converter on CNET. So I decide to have a try.
It is a nice looking software as you see. I like the interface design.
This iPod conveter can get you iPod video MP4 and iPod music MP3, M4A from all popular video formats, including AVI, MPEG, WMV, DivX, MKV, MOV, RM, VOB. The video iPod converter also can convert audio files such as MP3, M4A, AAC from WAV, WMA, MP2, AC3, RA, OGG, CDA, APE to iPod and iPhone music.
Xilisoft can convert one to several iPod video files simultaneously, and it can make output files with file size you want.
But unfortunately, this video converter is not a real freeware. The free trail can only be use for 15 days, and free trail can only convert at most 5 minutes videos. So it can not be called free iPod converter. I am sorry. It is $29.95. A little expensive, right?
Videora iPod Converter 4.08(windows/mac)
One of my friends told me about Videora, so I decide to have a try.
Videora can convert all types of video files (avi, divx, xvid, flv, x264, vob, mpeg, DVD's, YouTube, etc.) into the proper video formats (MPEG-4, H.264) that play on the iPod.
I tried it yesterday, it is really a free iPod converter. But it is full of terrible ADS! As you see "white teeth"? And when i converted videos, there were many keywords ads, like "iPod Convert". So it made me wrong click the link.
What ever the converting progress worked well. You just need to click next, next... It is easy to use. But be careful, don't touch the ADs link. =]
It is understandable that a freeware has ADs. But I think it will be better if Videora can make some high quality ADs.
AVS Video to iPod Converter 2.2(windows only)
AVS Video Converter has many online advertizement everywhere. You can see their ADs on most many forums about video edit or iPod.
It can convert most popular video format to iPod like AVI, WMV, M4V, FLV, WAV, AAC etc.
It was said can convert DVDs for iPod. So I tried some VOB videos, it said the format not support. So I think unless you install DVD copy program, you will not be able to do that only with video to iPod converter.
AVS video to iPod converter can upload videos directly to iPod without launching iTunes. After the conversion finished, your video will go in to the iTunes automatically. It is a human setting, lol.
But AVS iPod Converter is not a free video converter, it will leave a big watermark in the video converted. I don't like watermark. If you want to buy the actived version, you can pay $39 for 1year version or $59 for unlimited version.
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It's a checklist that contains all the essentials that your baby actually needs. Perfect if you are on a budget or frugal living. So, without all the "fluff"!
This is a list of all the bad ingredients that you can find in beauty products. Attention! These can really be harmful to your baby during pregnancy!


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Tesco appeal halts Lidl expansion plan in Limerick
Discount retailer Lidl was seeking to expand at Punch's Cross
TESCO Ireland has blocked a major new store planned by Lidl in Limerick city.
The German discount retailer was seeking to expand at Punch's Cross.
It wanted to demolish its current outlet at the junction of Childers Road and Rosbrien Road on the southside, as well as the former Chadwicks building.
In their place, a new store would be build, measuring some 1,690 square metres.
While Limerick City and County Council gave the multi-million euro plans the green light – on the condition that the net size of the new store was cut to 1,250 square metres – An Bord Pleanala has overturned this decision.
Tesco, one of the store's main competitors, appealed against the local authority's decision, as did Lidl.
Lidl bosses stated that limiting the retail floor space would make its changes unviable, as all it did was match the size of its existing outlet.
The firm had planned to create 30 new jobs as part of a €4m investment.
Lidl accused Tesco of being "a serial objector" with a record of over 20 planning appeals.
Tesco, which has an outlet in the nearby Roxboro Road shopping centre, said the size of the proposed development was excessive for a site zoned as a 'local centre'.


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Ashley and Sarah
We were so incredibly lucky to have Jake as our Celebrant. Jake really made the effort to know and understand us and this was reflected in our ceremony - it was perfect. We were so lucky to have Jake by our side and what a positive energy! We can not recommend Jake enough - all our guests and other vendors made a point of saying how amazing he was. And for me so calming; thank you for helping make our day so special Jake; and not just the day but the meetings, emails, all the guidance and the willingness to help us with little things we wanted along the way. You are a true professional and it is so clear you are doing what you love! Thank you so much!


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About US
Otahi Marama, Mea Ho'okahi began as a small Hawaiian and Tahitian dance class for young children at Tribal Conneczion studio in 2013. Since then, OMMH has added classes for teens and adults, formed a competition team and a music team, and has showcased at multicultural events, talent shows, and festivals around the Central Valley.
As OMMH, we believe in perpetuating the Hawaiian and Tahitian culture through the arts of dance, music, costume making, and story telling. As teachers, we believe that through the beauty and strength of Hula and Ori Tahiti (beyond the benefits of exercise), students of all ages and backgrounds can learn to treat other cultures and people with respect, practice responsibility, and physically express their emotions in a safe space. As a family, we believe in the power of fostering community, cooperation, love & ALOHA.


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Bailing out the Ailing Local Governments
In order to bail out the ailing ones (and prevent it from snowballing through the system in the future) we need a total re-invention of the Local Government System, in line with the private sector.
1. Replace the existing Pension system with a 403 Matching System (match up to 6%), thereby preventing any unfunded liability. Unfunded liability poses serious financial threats to many state and local governments.
2. All Paid Time (Vacation, Sick, Personal days, etc.) must be reset each year (use it or lose it). No carry over! Though sounds trivial, this causes a serious problem to many large municipalities, especially when the exit door gets crowded.
3. All Overtime and Comp Time must also carry the same annual reset, with no cash conversion whatsoever! This adds more fuel to the regulation (#3) fire. At least, the carryover needs to be nipped in the bud.
4. Introduce Mandatory Retirement at age 67 (when Social Security and Medicare come into effect), with an incentive to retire early at age 62 (as the first SS qualification). Make cheaper forms of healthcare (e.g., HMO) free for the retirees, upping the ante (retiree contributions) for the non-HMO healthcare insurances. Unions must co-share retiree (who contributed to the unions for a period of time) premiums with the government.
5. Minimize Civil Service hiring. Use "Temps" to fill seasonal requirements and "Leased" employees to cater to the long-term requirements.
6. Outsource! Outsource! Outsource! Start outsourcing all non-essential services including analytics/modeling, research, assessment, appeals review, data collection, etc. (those private vendors face true competition in the marketplace so they are forced to hire the best and the brightest, hence much better value to the taxpayers!).
7. Take away all decision-making powers from the senior Government employees (pertaining to high value projects, outsourcing, etc.) in order to minimize fraud, nepotism and post-retirement revolving door options. Establish and empower public-private committees to vet and award such projects and contracts.
8. All Civil Service Interviews must be conducted by a duly elected/selected external body (Professors, CEOs, Industry Experts at the EVP/SVP level, Trade Association Chiefs, etc.), with right to reject ALL (needed!).
9. All Civil Service jobs requiring a college degree must have two-part tests: Part-1: College level Math & English, leading to Part-2: Regulation. Even re-qualification exams (say every five years) could be considered (Civil Service must not be a lifetime entitlement).
Of course, the counter case could be equally compelling. As long as these governments have unrestricted access to the "eternal" cash cow called homeowners, none of this might matter. Yet, the local governments must fight to institute these changes. For too many, it's already a race against time!
-- Sid Som, MBA, MIM
President, Homequant, Inc.
-- Sid Som, MBA, MIM
President, Homequant, Inc.


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Hi All
it's my first post on this forum, any contribution is welcome
I got a valentine one, considered as hs, when I put the current it starts,
then after a few seconds it hangs with intermittent buzzer. (pic 1),
during the disassembly no screw so it has already been opened,
I do not know this material but I think something is missing at the places encircled with red (Pic 2,3).
If a person could tell me if I'm going in the right direction.
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CIO strives to upgrade technology services
Nicolas Sonnenburg
October 23, 2014
Nestled in an office on the second floor of the library, overlooking the Benson Memorial Center plaza, Robert "Bob" Owen works to innovate and improve the information services Santa Clara provides.
As Santa Clara's new chief information officer and vice provost for information services, the Wisconsin native is ready to breathe new life into the Information Services department at Santa Clara.
Responsible for overseeing library services, media services, information technology and the information security office, Owen began his term by tackling Santa Clara's seven-year-old network.
He initially created a guest Wi-Fi network for campus visitors. Owen hopes to expand this effort by providing internet to the majority of outdoor spaces on campus within six months.
He also opened discussions with networking vendors to work towards replacing the university's outdated Wi-Fi network.
"Customer service and communication are core values of mine," he said. "We are going to take a look at everything we do in terms of how can we deliver better service to the user community."
Owen is set to create a special committee composed of faculty members, staff and students to help guide Information Services through the process of improving the university's network.
Owen is much more than just an "IT guy." Despite his highly technical job, Owen's interests are well-rounded.
A lover of music, he sang opera and performed in a barbershop quartet during his college days. He is also a self-described "cheesehead," and closely follows the Green Bay Packers and the Milwaukee Brewers.
Despite his Wisconsin roots, living in California caters tomany of his interests. Enjoying travel, warm weather, cooking, and wine, he describes California as the perfect place to "work and play."
Contact Nicolas Sonnenburg at firstname.lastname@example.com or call (408) 554-4852.


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Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a serious mental illness. It is diagnosed in women much more frequently than men (the ratio is about 3:1). The gender discrepancy in the disorder has been the subject of many scholarly papers and in-depth articles. Some attribute this difference between women and men in regard to the diagnosis to be related to neurological possible
Help for Young Adults With Asperger's
Many people wonder why young adults with Asperger's often struggle when it is time to transition to adulthood and independent living. Is it due to difficulties in the social world? Rigid thinking style? Challenges with day-to-day independent living skills? At OPI, we believe that it is a combination of all three. We have been successful in helping young adults with
Borderline Personality Disorder Questions and Treatment Approaches
When the phone rings in our Admissions Department, it may be a call from someone wanting information about or admittance to our Optimum Performance Institute. But in the case of our OPI Intensive program for men and women with BPD, that call is often made by someone seeking answers to our most frequently asked borderline personality disorder questions. Because May
Denim Day: Make a social statement with your fashion statement
This year, Denim Day is Wednesday, April 26. Grab your denim and help support the sexual violence prevention education campaign. Why denim you ask? Denim Day grew out of an Italian Supreme Court decision that overturned a rape conviction because the victim wore tight jeans. The Italian Supreme Court claimed that because the victim was wearing tight jeans, she needed to
Keep Calm and Hop On!
Baskets, candy, egg hunts, and bunnies must mean one thing… Easter is around the corner! This year, the Extracurricular Activities Department coordinated eggs-traordinary Easter festivities for participants and staff to enjoy throughout the week. The Easter bunny came early and helped fill over 400 eggs for two fun filled Egg Hunts. Friendly competition, laughter, and egg-citement filled the halls as
Practice What You Preach – Using DBT in Real Life
Storm of the Year was no joke. A few week ago while I headed from Ventura County to Orange County for a networking event. A commute that would normally take an hour and a half took over 3 hours as the relentless rain kept beating down. Knowing that the weather was going to be this way, I went into this
Help for College Students with Borderline Personality Disorder
Most students want a quality education but quickly discover that earning a college degree can be tough. College applications are grueling and finding classes that fit your schedule & interest can be frustrating. Then, once the semester starts, keeping your attention on books instead of friends can be a struggle. For college students with borderline personality disorder, the struggle can
Spread The Love!
Here at OPI, Valentine's Day is all about spreading love and joy to others! We believe February 14th is a day to emphasize how important friendships, happiness, and of course tasty candy is to all us. This year the Extracurricular Activities Department created treats for both participants and staff to enjoy on this joyful day. Participants received watermelon gummy treats
MLK 2017 Day of Service
Every year in January, Americans across the country join together to complete service projects in honor of Martin Luther King. Though OPI has regular monthly community service events, we decided to join in on the MLK Day of Service for 2017. This year we volunteered with the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank and had a fantastic time. The Los Angeles
Money Smarts: How to Budget Your Income for Independent Living
I remember moving out for the first time. There were a bunch of expenses I hadn't even thought of! When you're living at home or in a dorm, everything is taken care of for you. Of course, you might share the cost of your cell phone or gas or car insurance, but did you know that your financial backers (aka
Five Signs You Need New Friends
We've all been there – hanging out with the same group of people since who knows when. We've come to accept them for everything they are, faults and all. We've already forgiven them for the pain they will cause us in the future because we're best buds. But, you know what? Being made to feel less than YOU does not
Five Ways to Stay Motivated and Achieve Your Goals
Let's face it: this is the day and age of instant gratification. You want a coffee, order it on your app, and pick it up in 2 minutes. You want a book you heard about, it'll be at your door in 24-48 hours. No one has to wait for anything anymore. Thus, staying motivated is getting harder and harder as


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Your eyes are our world.
At Brennan & Smith Optometrists we take a multifactorial approach to eye care to ensure the best visual outcome for our patients. We are passionate about providing the best possible vision through a wide variety of frame and lens types. Our independence allows us to source a large range of products from multiple manufacturers. We also place equal importance on the early detection and prevention of eye health disorders. We have the latest technology in terms of digital retinal imaging and testing procedures for cataracts, glaucoma and macula degeneration, and all these ocular health diseases are screened for as part of every standard eye examination.
Eye Examinations
Our team of optometrists recommend regular eye examinations at least once every 2 years for people under the age of 65, and every 12 months for those over this age. This is due to the incidence of many eye diseases increasing exponentially with age. Every standard eye exam can be broken down into two main facets: testing for prescription glasses to achieve the best possible visual acuity and testing the eye health. The early detection of eye conditions means a better prognosis and visual outcome into the future. Many of our optometrists are also therapeutically endorsed meaning that they can prescribe eye drops such as antibiotics, steroids, anti-inflammatories and pressure-lowering agents to treat many eye conditions.
Eye Disease Diagnosis and Management
During an examination all our patients are screened for a wide array of eye diseases. Some of the most common problems include cataracts, macula degeneration, glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy. There are a huge number of other eye conditions which can be related to systemic health and since the eye is the only part of the body where you can see the blood vessels non-invasively, they provide a clue to the general health of a person. Some rarer eye conditions include retinal tears and detachments, melanomas and skin cancers, hypertensive retinopathy and stroke. All of these can be detected by our team through comprehensive eye examinations.
Digital Retinal Photography
We like to keep up with the latest technology and imaging techniques for capturing photography of the retina. This not only assists with the detection of many of the previously mentioned eye conditions, but it also provides an essential comparison tool, to check for change over time. We bulk bill all our routine eye examinations through Medicare, however, we may charge a small nominal fee for retinal imaging, to allow us to continue to upgrade these imaging devices ensuring we provide the best tools on the market to our patients.
Glaucoma Testing
Glaucoma has been quoted to affect roughly 10% of people over the age of 70, however, it has been known to affect people of all ages. Glaucoma is a progressive optic neuropathy, meaning that it can reduce peripheral vision and clarity of vision. We will measure the intraocular pressure within the eye, assess the optic nerve using sophisticated equipment to check the visual field of each eye. Collating these results, we can determine if someone is suffering from glaucoma, or if one is at risk of developing the condition.
Cataract Assessment and Specialist Referrals
Cataracts are perhaps the most common eye affliction and will affect almost every person as they age. When the intraocular lens becomes cloudy, it can give blurred vision, and this is what a cataract is. When severe, the cataract will need to be removed and replaced with a clear lens. We have a network of ophthalmologists who we regularly liaise with and can refer our patients to have their cataracts removed. We can work with you to book your appointment and assist with the follow-up procedures after the operation.
Diabetic Eye Examinations
Everyone with diabetes, both Type 1 and Type 2, need to be having their eyes checked at least once every 12 months and we will liaise with your general practitioner to ensure this. During these examinations, we will dilate the pupil to allow a better view of the retinal blood vessels. If the systemic blood sugar is too high, we can detect signs of haemorrhaging and leaking fluids throughout the retina. This in turn requires attention as it can cause serious loss of vision and even blindness.
Macula Degeneration
Macula degeneration is an age-related eye condition which can have devastating effects on eyesight. It is the number one cause for legal blindness in the older population and we can detect the very early signs and symptoms and modify risk factors to try and prevent further damage to the macula. We can also identify the type of macula degeneration and the best way to deal with it, including low-vison aids.
Laser Refraction Surgery
We understand that glasses or contact lenses are not the best solution for every patient. Environmental factors or harsh working conditions sometimes mean that these standard visual aids are not viable. We can provide information and referrals to have your eyes assessed for laser correction to improve your eyesight without the need for prescription lenses.
Behavioural Optometry
All our optometrists have a strong background in children's vision and understand that not only are the eyes important for clear vison, but also need to be working in harmony with the brain for higher order processing. Learning difficulties can often be attributed to an eye muscle problem or focusing disorder and your children's eyes need to be working correctly to allow them the best opportunity to learn effectively. We have several tests designed specifically for kids and can provide aids to help them throughout their schooling.


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"A great strategy implemented through poor meetings carries a high risk." - MindMeeting
You wouldn't ask your accountant to design your website.
The office manager probably isn't in charge of your cyber security either.
Why, then, do we insist on designing our own strategy meetings? Especially when - as is often the case for strategy meetings - they're so important to our success?
The pitfalls of a poorly planned strategy meeting
Let's take the "Acme Corporation", from Champaign, Illinois. Acme makes high-end tableware. They've just acquired their former competitor, "Spoonfull", and are holding a 2-day meeting to align their top-100 management and executives around the combined company's new strategy.
The Acme Board of Management's goal is for everyone to understand the strategy and to get enthused by it. They've secured a rather exclusive venue, with splendid food, great drinks and a golf course.
During the day, all board members will deliver presentations, explaining the strategy and underlying figures, as well as the implications for activities such as production, sales and marketing.
A renowned guest speaker will give an outsider perspective on the importance of strategic thinking. If there's enough time, there might be a quick Q&A after each session. To conclude, the Chairman will join to provide extra motivation. After that, it's time for fun, drinks and dining. Sound familiar?
This clearly qualifies as a strategy meeting. Acme is integrating an acquisition and announcing a new strategy, after all. In fact, the company's future depends on the success of meetings like this one. So why haven't they given it the consideration and planning that it deserves?
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When should you have a strategy meeting?
Aside from the example above, you may have a strategy meeting when:
- introducing new company-wide systems
- opening up completely new product lines or services
- opening up to new markets
- targeting wholly different client segments
- implementing a different business model.


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Series: Tales of an Irish M.D.
Series: Tales of an Irish M.D.
A celebrated Dublin surgeon learns how to diagnose the DTs (the Delirium Tremors) from a local scout.
- Added: Jul 05, 2006
- Length: 02:57


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Project Description
Wheatstone seeks an artful, experienced individual or team to provide full-service production of two social media-optimized video ads for its Christian Adulthood Trainings. Trainings are five innovative and effective one-day, on-site events that equip churches to invite their youth into Christian adulthood before they leave home.
Shots will be gathered from three sources: sit-down interviews with Wheatstone staff and youth pastors, live footage of youth groups in action, and staged footage of a Training event. More evocative or abstract B-roll footage may also be required.
The end result will be two ads, cut from the same footage. Their goals are to introduce people to Wheatstone Trainings and to sell Wheatstone Trainings, respectively.
The ads will feel confident, engaging, direct, relatable, and persuasive through a hopeful, upbeat, positive aesthetic devoid of sentimentality, danger/fear, over-stylization, or fads. They will skew toward the aesthetic of artful documentaries, rather than that of infomercials or short films.
Throughout, filmmakers will report directly to Wheatstone's Executive Director, Peter David Gross, who will approve final scripts and edits, and produce or solicit any music, graphics, or other resources needed for the successful completion of the project.
Outputs due November 19, 2018
4-minute Training video ad (Informative)
1-minute Training video ad (Inspiring)
Collaborative script/storyboard finalization with Wheatstone
Shooting and directing all footage
Excellent audio capture
Editing all footage
All equipment for shooting, audio capture, and editing
Music scoring or acquisition
Lighting equipment
Type animation
Submit a Quote
To be considered for this project, send a quote, a resume and/or website link, and samples of past work.


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One of the best acoustic guitarists you'll ever see is helping us close out the inaugural season of Artsville Saturday Nights. On May 10 we're very excited to present Willy Porter live at The Midnight Rooster. He's not just a phenomenal instrumentalist, but a great songwriter and singer to boot. And his stories aren't bad either. Seriously, don't miss this one.
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Hi Garden Families,
It is amazing to think here we are at the last week of the school year!
Thank you for joining us for our Family Tea on Friday. The Kindergartens and Grades children preformed so beautifully. We are so proud of them!
This past week the students completed title section dividers in their master books and worked on wrapping up a few projects. They also enjoyed playing some favorite math games. During Nature Study, Ki Sonya took us to our pond for a macro invertebrate hunt. They students found such a variety of creatures, some that helped us to see our pond is in good health as well!
This week we have planned a school-wide field day on Thursday morning. There will be games and activities rain or shine (unless there is thunder). Either way, getting wet will be part of the fun. 😃
Thursday afternoon the Grades children will be given their Master Books to bring home. They will have time to enjoy looking through them together as a group.
Ki Melissa and Ki Kathee


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Chapo Work - Club Thumpin' [Prod by DJ Plugg] - Listen
Chapo Work drops off this exclusive club record titled Club Thumpin' featuring Sy Ari Da Kid, Produced By DJ Plugg. It seems like this record forces you to get up off your seat if you were sitting down in the club and turn those bottles upside down because the club is gonna go sideways when the DJ drops this record.
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Well only if you live in Washington DC. The AB InBev app delivers Bud Light to your door within an hour, meaning a good night is only an hour away (for those of us who like Bud Light that is).
It will be interesting to see the effect this has on the sales of Bud Light. Convenience is everything for consumers and you can't get much more convenient than this!


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Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani, an attorney of President Donald Trump, took shots at former President Trump lawyer Michael Cohen's credibility, describing him as a "pathological manipulator" and "liar."
"We have complained" to Cohen's lawyers that "he's violated the attorney-client privilege, publicly and privately," Giuliani told ABC News on Saturday. Cohen, he said, is in "grave danger of being disbarred."
"Here's what happened: I found out, as everyone did, that he was surreptitiously recording his clients, which is a disbarrable offense," Giuliani also told Fox News on Sunday. "Obviously, if I knew that I never would have said he was a reputable lawyer, I'd have said he was a scoundrel."
By recording his then-client, Trump, Cohen "destroyed himself as a witness" in federal investigations. His comments come in light of reports that he could cooperate with federal prosecutors.
"I've prosecuted 5,000 cases. I'd never prosecute a case on this guy's testimony," Giuliani added. "He's contradicted himself so many times, you'd begin the cross-examination by saying 'which lies are you going to tell us today, Michael?'"
Audio recordings seized from Cohen by the FBI during an April raid were handed over to federal prosecutors, according to reports at the time.
Giuliani, in a separate interview with Fox News on Saturday, said the secretly recorded tape was "played" with. "Since we don't have the original, we asked for it," the former NYC mayor added. "Our expert analysis is done until we get the raw copy, which we are seeking."
On Sunday morning, Trump resurfaced an old tweet from Cohen in 2017 that showed him praising Donald Trump Jr. for his transparency regarding a meeting with a Russian lawyer at Trump Tower. "Do you think the Fake News Media will ever report on this tweet from Michael?" the president questioned.
"So proud of @DonaldJTrumpJr for being open, honest and transparent to the American people. This nonsense needs to stop!" Cohen, who was Trump's lawyer at the time, wrote on July 11, 2017, which is the same day Trump Jr. shared emails about the meeting ahead of a New York Times report that was in the works.
And on Friday, Trump wrote that Cohen is "trying to make up stories in order to get himself out of an unrelated jam (Taxi cabs maybe?)," adding that he "even retained Bill and Crooked Hillary's lawyer," Lanny Davis. "Gee, I wonder if they helped him make the choice!" he added.
Before, Trump blasted his former attorney for the secret recordings, suggesting that doing so might have been illegal.