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Yes, you read it right. Salman Khan who always loves to remove his shirt and show off his body, has now removed his pants as well for a fight scene in, Sultan. Salman Khan, gets into the wrestling akhada wearing just a langot and the actor, is all set to shoot a fighting scene for his upcoming movie.
Check out the picture of Salman Khan in a langot here!
We all knew that Salman Khan is training hard for Sultan, but this picture has come as a surprise to all the fans. We imagined Salman Khan fighting in a boxing ring with track pants and shorts, but nobody ever imagined Salman Khan would also fight in a langot for Sultan.
Also Read: So Funny! 15 Pics Of Aishwarya Rai Clicked When She Was Not Ready
Salman Khan, is surely upping his game for Sultan and the actor surprises fans with each passing day.
The picture, showcases Salman Khan wearing a black langot and walking tall and proud into the akhada. Salman looks beefed up and very bulky as well. The background showcases a few people dolling the drums for Salman Khan's entry and a tent in which people are seated to watch the match.
Also Read: Too Cool! 15 Never Before Seen Pictures Of Aamir Khan
The walking style of Salman Khan shows that he's on it, and will surely win the fight against the opposition. Looking at the way Salman Khan is walking towards the akhada, any opposition fighter will have fear in his mind and heart.
This picture proves, that Salman Khan is taking the movie Sultan very seriously, and is giving his best for all the scenes. Also we've never seen Salman Khan in a langot before, and Sultan would be the first time audiences get to see the actor in a langot attire.
Sultan, starring Salman Khan and Anushka Sharma is scheduled to be released during Eid, 2016.
Also Read: It's True! Salman Khan & Katrina Kaif To Star In Karan Johar's Next


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Rancher Paul Schwennesen carves out a niche by raising Double Check Ranch cattle on natural grasses alone, without adding supplemental feed. It's a system, he notes, that is newly popular but is perhaps closer to the way things were done a century ago. At pastures near Winkelman, Schwennesen encourages native grasses to grow naturally.
The cattle graze on a mix of mostly native grasses and shrubs, but Schwennesen still adds a smattering of alfalfa for its nutritional value. The alfalfa, which is typically grown in fields, then cut and gathered as feed, grows from seed amid the other grasses at the Double Check, making it part of the whole "mixed greens" diet.
A native plant that grows wild in parts of Arizona, amaranth is a favorite of the cattle at the Double Check. It is often found near riverbeds and in soil that has been disturbed. It has become more common in some parts of the state in part because of overgrazing of other grasses and vegetation, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. Amaranth is also used by people as an herb and for its seeds.
The native tree grows in thick bosks near rivers and would take over the pastures at the Double Check if not controlled, Schwennesen says. Cattle like to graze on smaller shoots, and they get protein from the seeds, so instead of eradicating mesquite, the Double Check clears the pastures and lets the cattle eat what grows back. The trees that remain also provide shade and habitat for wildlife.
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Stardust: The Bette Davis Story
It was when she caught on fire during a school play that Ruth Elizabeth Davis realized she wanted to be an actor. As she was rolled into a carpet to avoid burning to death, Bette flailed her arms in dramatic fashion to make the moment last, for the attention that she was receiving gave her a thrill like nothing she had ever felt before. And hence the beginning of a wildly successful and long-lasting career.
Stardust: The Bette Davis Story is a documentary for those fans that truly are interested in passionate drive of this woman, and not necessarily her passionate love affairs. Oh, there is mention of Davis' private life, but this is no E! True Hollywood Story. Written and directed by Peter Jones, the film remains dedicated to Davis' stardom and storied acting career, refusing to compromise itself with the more sensationalized details of her personal entanglements. Jones is a man who knows how to give serious Hollywood fans what they want: an in-depth look at how Bette Davis came to be one of our most celebrated and beloved stars.
Davis never had the conventional Hollywood glamour look, nor did it interest her to cultivate one. As mentioned, she did indeed thrive on the attention received from her high-profiled career, but her drive and determination stemmed first and foremost from a pure love of the craft. She didn't care how she looked for any part, just so long as she was true to her character. Moreover, she never backed down from a confrontation when it came to matters of either her career or merely a single film. She battled mogul Jack Warner several times during her eighteen years at his famed studio, fighting for both greater creative control over her films and the ability to play more diverse roles. And although she greatly admired and for a short time had a love affair with the accomplished filmmaker William Wyler, that didn't stop Bette from objecting to his directorial style on The Little Foxes. So great was their falling out that they never worked together again.
Perhaps some would think that Davis was just another spoiled Hollywood actress who pouted when she didn't get her way. Rather, what Stardust makes unmistakably clear is that Davis was simply a woman ahead of her time. She started out her career during a period when Hollywood manufactured starlets like they were coming off an assembly line. Yet Davis refused to blend into the background. Once she had cemented her status as one of film's greatest stars, she then had to fight the discrimination and stigma attached to the "aging" actress. She even went so far as to post an ad in the trade papers to offer her services once the work started to dwindle. And into her final years, she battled both multiple strokes and cancer in order to save her very life. Yes, Davis will always be defined by her defiant and sometimes dramatic ways, but without that spirit and iron will, we may not have ever had the absolute pleasure and gift that is her astounding canon of films.
A documentary not to be missed, Stardust: The Bette Davis Story will premiere on TCM this coming May 3rd at 8 pm ET/PT. Peppered with excerpts from her many movies, stock footage from her numerous television interviews and clips of other famed actors expressing their adoration for this talented woman, Stardust is for all of us who treasure classic Hollywood and the celebrated stars that embody it. It doesn't get any better than Bette.


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Friend sends you a Risqué photo, location,date, and time. She now won't repond to txts or phone calls. Do you show?
hmmmmm...she prob isn't responding because she's already given you all of the information that you need...she doesn't want to talk abt it, she just wants you to show up...<br />
OR, it is a horrible joke and that would be awful.
I guess the only way to know is to show. If you're game for something to happen, it can't hurt to turn up. Unless the location and time is such that just being there would put you in a compromising position, then you don't risk much by checking it out. If she's had second thoughts, or was just pulling your chain, you turn up, find she's not there, and you have your answer. No harm done. I guess if you get far fetched, if she's a real prankster, she could be setting you up for some kind of embarrassing practical joke. But if you come prepared for that unlikely possibility (e.g. don't turn up to the location stark naked for the cameras) I can't see how you have much to lose by taking the chance. You might have a lot to gain. Your call, of course.
Sure, I show . . . it to my husband. And then we snicker together. My friends seriously know better than to try crap like this.
yes u should show
In what way is the photo risqué?
I'd think I'd show but follow prprognosticat's advice. And I would keep the picture.
Like if there is no tets or phone respond, why show up? I would not.


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I'm starting to get into landscape photography and I was wondering what the best way to focus is? usually I crank it to f22 and zoom to infinity but now i'm think i should zoom about midway to capture the foreground and bg better.
On a bit of a side note: I know people often shoot two pictures for one landscape photo (under exposed sky) and then the land. Do photographers ever shoot multiple focus points then merge them?


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Everki Beacon 18-inch Laptop Backpack w/Gaming Console Sleeve Review
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Form follows function at an affordable price. The Beacon stands above the rest with its multitude of features and carrying capacity. Built to last with a lifetime warranty, frequent travelers, students, and LAN party enthusiasts alike will have a hard time passing up this offering from Everki.
- Dedicated ultra-soft padded laptop compartment accommodates up to 18" laptops
- Gaming console sleeve included (suitable for Xbox 360, PS3, Wii, etc)
- Spacious storage compartment for gaming console, accessories, and documents
- Clever buckle system allows for both partial or full 180 degree opening of the main compartment for easy loading
- High contrast lining makes items easy to find
- Hip pockets for quick access to items like keys, media players, and mobile phone without taking the bag off your back
- Dual hand-carry handles for easy lifting
- Aero-flow padded back and shoulder straps
- 5-point balance strap system evenly distributes weight for comfortable carrying
- Water-resistant weather cover protects against dust, rain, or snow
- Integrated shoulder strap and hip-pocket headphone cable management
- Outer pockets for additional storage
- Ruggedized water-resistant bottom cover
- Self-healing zippers
- Backed by Everki's Limited Lifetime Warranty and world-class customer service
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|16 cm (6.3 in)
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We couldn't say for certain, but the notebook compartment is quite large, and it might be a squeeze, but i would be surprised if it didn't fit. I would try to find one of these at a retailer and see if they'll let you give it a shot!
If we see this notebook in a store and we have our Beacon on us, we'll try it out for you, but I wouldn't trust that it will fit, but rather find a way to test it out!
If we see this notebook in a store and we have our Beacon on us, we'll try it out for you, but I wouldn't trust that it will fit, but rather find a way to test it out!


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Healthy Broccoli and Onion Quiche Recipe
As you know, we're travelling to California and New Zealand in less than a week. This means we need to get rid of perishables ASAP! What is a good way to use lots of eggs in a yummy way? Oh yeah, quiche. Now, I've never made a quiche of my own, but I've always always been a fan. My parents both make wonderful quiches in such different ways and I was excited to try it. And I am amazed how easy it is to make it! Quiches are going to happen a lot more often in this household! I was planning to have it for breakfast or lunch tomorrow, but unfortunately…none of it survived (thanks, Chris). This recipe was adapted from Whole Foods.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 35 minutes
- Serves: 8 (well, I cut it into 8 pieces…obviously just served us 2, serve yourself more if this isn't enough and you don't have to feel guilty about it!)
- Calories: 98
- Fat: 4.4g
- Carbs: 7.4g
- Protein: 6.8g
- 4 eggs
- 1 small broccoli (roughly 1.5 cups)
- 1 white onion
- 1 cup milk
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- black pepper to taste
- paprika to taste
- 1/4 cup whole-wheat flour
- First, grease up a square or circle baking dish and pre-heat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Dice up the onion (don't forget your goggles so you don't cry!) and chop up the broccoli into small little pieces
- Heat up a pan with oil and cook the onions until tender. Then throw the broccoli in for 5 minutes or so.
- Put the cooked veggies into your baking dish
- Alrighty, let's move onto our egg mixture. Grab a large bowl and put the eggs, milk, Parmesan, salt, oregano, and pepper. Whisk whisk whisk! Then slowly mix in the flour.
- Now pour the egg mixture into the baking dish evenly.
- And that's it. Now we just put it in the oven for 35 minutes. After it's ready, let it cool before you dig in!
This recipe was so easy and so delicious. Like I said, we ended up finishing the whole tin in one meal. We are hungry and fit after all. This dish is great with some ketchup, too. I am so excited to play with this recipe and throw different veggies, spices, and meats (for Chris) into it and see what happens. To top it all off, this recipe is ridiculously healthy which helps me stay true to my goals. Just look at those macros above! Use this recipe to stay hungry and fit!
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Cabot Cheese is Delicious
Cabot's 'Horseradish' cheddar cheese is my absolute favorite cheese. Mild with a hint of fire, this cheese has so many uses on the menus I plan it is ridiculous!
One of my families repeat must-haves is 'Cheesy Rice' made with Cabot horseradish cheddar cheese slices. After boiling a basic pot of rice, I scoop out a bowl and add two generous portions of cheese and microwave for a few seconds. It is scrumptious.
What are some of your best Cabot Cheese recipes? Have you tried Horseradish Cheddar cheese yet?
Here are some ideas to entice you. Enjoy!
Horseradish Mac -n- Cheese
- Vegetable cooking spray
- 4 cups cooked elbow macaroni (about 2 cups uncooked)
- 8 ounces Cabot Horseradish Cheddar, grated (about 2 cups)
- 1 cup Cabot Cottage Cheese
- 3/4 cup Cabot Sour Cream
- 1/2 cup skim milk
- 1 large egg, slightly beaten
- 2 tablespoons grated fresh onion
- 1 1/2 tablespoons melted Cabot Salted Butter, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/3 cup dry breadcrumbs
- 1/4 teaspoon ground paprika
- Directions:
- Zingy Cabot Horseradish Cheddar is one of our most popular cheeses. Here it adds a grown-up touch to a childhood favorite, while sour cream and cottage cheese keep things creamy and comforting.
- 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly coat 2-quart baking dish with cooking spray.
- 2. In large bowl, stir together macaroni, cheddar cheese, cottage cheese, sour cream, skim milk, egg, onion, 1 1/2 teaspoons of butter, salt and pepper. Spoon mixture into baking dish.
- 3. In small bowl, combine remaining tablespoon butter with breadcrumbs and paprika. Sprinkle mixture over macaroni. Cover with lid or foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- 4. Uncover and bake 5 minutes longer or until golden.
Bacon Wrapped Pears with Horseradish Cheddar Cheese
- Makes about 2 dozen appetizers or 12 appetizer servingsIngredients:
12 slices bacon
3 small to medium ripe pears
About 2 tablespoons lemon juice
About 2 ounces Cabot Horseradish Cheddar
Wooden toothpicks
1. Preheat oven to 375ºF.
2. Line baking sheet with sides with foil. Place bacon slices in single layer on sheet. Bake for 8 to 12 minutes, watching carefully toward end, or until bacon is cooked but still very pliable, not crisp.
3. Meanwhile, cut each pear into about 8 wedges, removing any center core or seeds. Brush cut sides with lemon juice.
4. With vegetable peeler, make shavings of cheddar and drape some over each pear wedge.
5. While still hot, cut each cooked bacon slice in half and wrap around pear and cheese, holding in place with toothpick. Serve at room temperature.
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Tunisia Revolt Threatens Rulers Sharing Ben Ali's Regime Model
The violent ouster of Tunisia's Zine El Abidine Ben Ali last week may undermine rulers across the region who share his authoritarian regime model.
The rising living standards Ben Ali delivered during 23 years in power helped blunt resentment at his family's wealth and his habit of throwing critics in jail, according to analysts including U.S. diplomats who wrote a cable published by WikiLeaks in December. The month-long protests in Tunisia initially targeted increasing food costs and unemployment, showing how rising global commodity prices and struggling export markets have made it harder for leaders such as Ben Ali to placate their growing populations.
By the time Ben Ali fled Jan. 14 after at least 78 deaths, the protests had morphed into an uprising against what his opponents saw as the political ills of his government: nepotism, corruption, repression of critics and human-rights abuses. Such charges are routinely leveled by opposition movements in other North African nations including Egypt and Algeria.
"Events in Tunisia have certainly given food for thought for regimes in the region," said Hugh Roberts, a Cairo-based North Africa specialist and author of "The Battlefield: Algeria 1988-2002." "The thinking is that if it happened in Tunisia, it could happen elsewhere."
'Other Face'
Protests in the capital, Tunis, continued today as about 1,000 people including union leaders gathered to demand that Ben Ali's party be excluded from any successor administration. Prime Minister Mohamed Ghannouchi, a Ben Ali appointee, said on state television today that he'll keep the post in a provisional administration that will include at least two opposition leaders, pending elections to be held under international supervision. Political prisoners will be freed, he said.
Ghannouchi and his allies are "the other face of the former regime," Taieb Bouaicha, former secretary-general of the General Union for Secondary Education, said in an interview at the rally.
Investors in Egypt have shown they're alert to the risk of contagion. The benchmark EGX30 index fell the most since June, declining 2.4 percent to extend a 1 percent drop yesterday. Last week's 13 percent slump on Tunisia's Tunindex was the biggest in at least a decade, Bloomberg data showed, and the bourse today suspended trading and said it will resume tomorrow.
'Might Happen Here'
"People are selling because they think the same might happen here," said Alia Khalil, a senior equity trader at Cairo-based Pharos Holding for Financial Investments.
Egypt, Algeria and Libya all rank in the bottom half, well below 65th-placed Tunisia, in the latest survey of corruption perceptions in 180 nations by Berlin-based Transparency International. All Arab countries except Lebanon and Iraq are classified as authoritarian regimes in the Economist Intelligence Unit's 2010 Democracy Index.
Economic challenges, especially unemployment, are also shared across much of the region. The International Monetary Fund estimated in an October report that Tunisia's jobless rate reached 13.2 percent last year, rising above 15 percent among university graduates.
"The risk of a spillover of Tunisia's crisis to the rest of the Middle East and North Africa is not negligible," Barclays Capital wrote in a report today. "Unemployment rates in the region, notably among the youth, are some of the highest in the world, while inflation is running at elevated levels, and political freedoms remain generally constrained." Barclays forecast "some re-pricing in countries where political stability is considered fragile."
Largest Partner
Creating jobs to ease social tensions is made harder by the debt crisis dragging on economic growth in the European Union, which is "by far Tunisia's largest partner in terms of exports, tourism receipts, workers' remittances and foreign direct investment," the IMF said.
World food prices are adding to the pressure, rising to a record in December on higher sugar, grain and oilseed costs, according to the United Nations. They have exceeded levels reached in 2008, when skyrocketing food prices sparked protests and riots in Egypt and almost three dozen other nations.
The 82-year-old Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak, in power for three decades, hasn't said whether he'll seek re-election when his term ends this year. The government in October announced additional spending of as much as 3.5 billion pounds ($600 million) to cover the country's rising food bill, increasing the strain on a budget deficit that widened to 8.1 percent of gross domestic product in the fiscal year that ended in June.
'Uprisings Are Contagious'
"The people cannot live according to the same old model at a time when the ruling regime is unable to fulfill the need of its citizens," Osama El-Ghazali Harb, an Egyptian opposition leader, wrote in an editorial yesterday in Al Masry Al Youm newspaper. "Fortunately, revolutions and popular uprisings are contagious, and this is a historical fact."
Energy companies are among those with a stake in the region's stability. BP Plc is the biggest investor in Algeria, according to its website. The company is seeking to raise $21 billion to pay for the cleanup in the Gulf of Mexico, and Algeria's government said last month it's examining the possibility that assets in the country may be part of that sale.
The conditions that sparked revolt in Tunisia aren't entirely replicated in its neighbors, which allow disenchanted publics more room to vent their anger, lessening the risk of a political chain-reaction, said Amr Hamzawy, Beirut-based research director and senior associate at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.
'Repressive Apparatus'
"The security grip and the repressive apparatus of Ben Ali were unmatched," he said. "Egypt, Morocco and Algeria have always had a degree of freedom of expression and freedom of association." Tunisia also has a bigger and better-educated middle class, which led the confrontation with Ben Ali, he said.
Persian Gulf countries mostly have more financial firepower to subsidize living standards. While Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates both rank below Tunisia on the EIU's Democracy Index, they hold more than 27 percent of the world's oil reserves between them.
Some of Tunisia's neighbors are taking steps to forestall popular unrest stemming from economic woes. Jordan and Libya have cut the prices of basic food stuffs, and Syria yesterday doubled heating allowances for 2 million state workers.
Other nations are experiencing protests too. In Algeria, three people were killed and 420 injured in clashes with police this month during rallies against high food prices and a lack of public housing. Three men set themselves on fire, emulating the Tunisian university graduate whose self-immolation a month ago began the wave of demonstrations that culminated in the fall of Ben Ali, El Khabar newspaper reported. An Egyptian set himself on fire in front of parliament today, Al Masry said.
Jordan, Sudan
Protesters rallied in Jordan yesterday for the second time in three days demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Samir Rifai because of falling living standards. In Sudan, opposition parties in the north have called for mass rallies following the example of Tunisia to protest austerity measures that increased fuel and sugar prices.
Regional rulers must take political measures as well as economic ones, U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said last week. They need to go beyond the "timid" steps they have taken so far to broaden public participation in "stagnant," political systems and alleviate the frustration of youthful populations, she told a conference in Qatar.
Islamic Opposition
The U.S. numbers Saudi Arabia and Egypt -- countries where the main opposition to regimes comes from Islamic groups critical of their alliance with America -- among key supporters in a region where it's seeking to halt Iran's nuclear development and broker peace between Israelis and Palestinians.
For all the similarities and distinctions among the region's political and economic systems, predicting which of them -- if any -- will follow Tunisia into turmoil is almost impossible, Carnegie's Hamzawy said, noting that a month ago, "nobody had any expectations" of revolution in Tunisia.
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While your child was counting down the days until he left for summer camp, you were doing a countdown of your own, one tinged with sadness because your "baby" was leaving. On the fourth day of his independence, something strange happened. He called, crying, saying he was homesick and wanted to come home. You prepared yourself for hearing stories about him meeting all kinds of new people and even staying out late, but you never prepared yourself for this.
How Did This Happen?
Don't panic. Homesickness is a very common reaction for a first-year camper to have. Still, not everyone gets homesick. But, keep in mind that even though your child was really excited about this trip, he just moved away from everything comfortable and familiar. Just arrived in a strange place where he may not know anyone. He is living with strangers, trying to find the right words in French to express himself, learning to communicate with others in a new way, eating food that isn't quite home cooking, even if it is delicious French cuisine!
That is a lot of change to manage overnight, but you can rest assured that homesickness is almost always temporary and that on the other side there is a group of professionals that are there for him and that are trained to help him through these emotions, counselors are trained to recognize and deal with symptoms of homesickness !
What is homesickness?
Homesickness is, above all, a normal feeling. It is the natural result of separating from home and loved ones. Almost all children (and grown-ups!) feel homesick when they're away from home, the French children feel homesick too!
What You Can Do
Now, the 500 miles between you and your child feel more like 500,000. "What can I do? I'm so far away," you think. In fact, there's a lot you can do to help.
Here are a few strategies to help your child adjust:
- Validate your child's feelings: He is meeting new people and having many new experiences and may be overwhelmed. The best thing you can do is be supportive, tell him that you understand and agree that it must be hard. Just let him know that you are available if he wants to share these feelings.
- Tell your child that feeling homesick is normal: he may think he is the only one feeling homesick. Let him know that he is not alone. Even the kids down the hall who are always laughing and who seem to be doing great probably have moments when they feel homesick too!
When is it a problem?
Feelings of missing home 90% of the time disappear spontaneously after a few days at camp. Most feelings of homesickness are not problematic until they become a preoccupation. If these feelings of missing home become so strong that making friends, having fun, sleeping, eating, and participating in activities is difficult, something must be done, we will inform you if your child is in this situation
The best remedy: (1) Prevent homesickness at home, before it starts; and (2) Actively cope at camp, if natural feelings of homesickness reach problematic levels.
The best at-home prevention strategies:
Spending practice time away from home, such as a long weekend at a friend's house can definitely help.
The best in-camp interventions for homesick campers include:
- Staying busy,
- Talking with someone, writing letters home
- Remembering that you're not at camp for your whole life-just a few weeks
- Remembering why you chose this camp and all enjoy the fun activities!
Watch out!
The most common mistake parents make is the Pick-Up Deal. It's normal for children to ask, "What if I feel homesick?" Tell your child that feelings of homesickness are normal. But never ever say, "If you feel homesick, I'll come and get you." This conveys a message of doubt and pity that undermines children's confidence and independence. Pick-Up Deals become mental crutches and self-fulfilling prophecies for children as soon as they arrive at camp. Trust your instincts, you can also trust in our experience. The occasional child who is truly not enjoying anything, having a miserable time and not adjusting to camp life at all should be allowed to return home after a reasonable amount of time and efforts.
So, you may receive the first letter from camp filled with words of homesickness, Remember that you picked this camp because you felt confident that they could manage a homesick child. They can!
For a number of kids, homesickness can certainly interfere with a successful camp experience. But it doesn't have to be this way. This should not be a deterrent to sending your child to camp. By following these simple strategies, you can help your child develop the skills needed to combat it. This is important not only for sleep-away camp, but for all separations from home.


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1982c – Steam Man (a.k.a. Iron Man) – Tom Scherman (American)
When I first saw information on Scherman's Steam Man (2004), there was very little information about him. Scherman worked for Disney, and was the definitive person on Disney's Nautilus. His concept for a steam man is amazing.
A Vernian enthusiast posted some images (flickr) found in Scherman's friend Kendall roundhouse., also showing a pin-up board of his inspiration, Reade's Fictional Steam Man of the Prairies 1868 (not 1841 or 1892 as read in the images [although 1892 might be a re-issue date]).
A more recent article suggests that the Steam Man, referred to as the Iron Man, was proposed to Disney for a TV series around Nemo and Nautilus 2 (that Scherman had modelled). The Iron Man was to cart supplies around Vulcania.
Above 2 photographs property of John Patrick Burke (as per article).
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We did leak the APK few hours ago, there were people actively installing BBM on their Android phones and also got it working. While we had our hands on the app, BlackBerry doesn't seem to like what we did and hence they disabled their BBM services for Android. All you folks who downloaded the leaked APK won't be able to use BBM on your Android unless the Canadian OEM re-enables their service. You can stay updated for the new APK version on the same page.
While BBM for Android had to be released by 7 AM EDT on September 21 as promised by BlackBerry, they failed to do so after which an unreleased APK was leaked here at Hack My Android. This APK was posted on several other sites which caused more than 1.1 million active users on BBM for Android which caused some technical issues. This leaked APK seems to be the reason why BlackBerry could not release the app in the Play Store yet. We're sorry BlackBerry, we don't seem to resist ourselves from using BBM.
The official statement is as follows:
Prior to launching BBM for Android, an unreleased version of the BBM for Android app was posted online. The interest and enthusiasm we have seen already – more than 1.1 million active users in the first 8 hours without even launching the official Android app – is incredible. Consequently, this unreleased version caused issues, which we have attempted to address throughout the day.
Our teams continue to work around the clock to bring BBM to Android and iPhone, but only when it's ready and we know it will live up to your expectations of BBM. We are pausing the global roll-out of BBM for Android and iPhone. Customers who have already downloaded BBM for iPhone will be able to continue to use BBM. The unreleased Android app will be disabled, and customers who downloaded it should visit www.BBM.com to register for updates on official BBM for Android availability.-BlackBerry statement


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Outgoing Premier Dalton "Dad" McGuinty. Image via flickr user BC Gov Photos
WARNING: This column contains a nauseating level of commitment to a metaphor.
Among many insightful nuggets of wisdom, former Toronto Standard contributor Ivor Tossell's new e-book The Gift of Ford rightly points out that Toronto is a young megacity (amalgamated in 1998) and that Mayor Rob Ford is a manifestation of our rebellious teen years. Now, as if our own tendency to throw angsty tantrums wasn't putting enough strain on our provincial family, we're going through a divorce.
Dalton McGuinty's resignation and prorogation of the Ontario legislature is like a father finally walking out on his family because he couldn't take the endless squabbling. No doubt, many of those squabbles were of Premier Dad's own making — he never did get a handle on his lack-of-oversight-at-Provincial-agencies-like-ORNGE-and-eHealth habit — and the constant bickering has driven him out "after everything [he's] done for this family!"
Despite his imperfections, McGuinty made for a pretty decent Premier Dad to Toronto. The 2011 election results show that most Torontonians agreed that he was getting the "big things" right. He granted us the responsibility and power of self-determination we so desperately wanted with the City of Toronto Act in 2006. Most recently, he trusted us to make our own decision on what transit we wanted to build (even though he shorted us on our allowance – $8.4 bil when he promised us $12.4 bil). He stood by us when we changed our mind (Transit City is dead!) and didn't chide us when we changed our mind again (Long live Transit City!). Letting us make our own mistakes was part of his tough-but-fair parenting style.
But now, Dalton's going out for a ride and never coming back. Even though it's nothing we did wrong, and mom and dad still love us very much, it looks like another familiar outburst is coming: Mom is looking to get re-married, and maybe quick.
("Mom" in this metaphor is "Ontario" I think. Like, the land and the people and everything.)
Tim Hudak thinks he can just swoop in and suddenly everything will be back to normal? It's so clear he's manipulating mom in her fragile state before she can really take stock of what's in her best interest. Meanwhile, he's trying to buy us off with the promise of two Christmases (subways! And tax cuts!) But it's just a bunch of malarkey – he can't pay for it. He wants to take away the keys to our TTC, which we pay for with our own money. Apparently, Tim knows best.
He's pitting us against ourselves by digging up this old sore point that we had already put to rest, pretending he cares but all he wants is to get laid and move into our house. He just seems sleazy, but mom is really thinking about marrying him. That's crazy! What does she even see in him? Tim is the WORST. He probably reminds her of her dad and it just feels safe. Maybe Ontario wants that but Toronto needs to be in charge of our own future.
Is there any way Dalton can still be our Premier on weekends and holidays, just until we're old enough to move out?
Michael Kolberg is The Sprawl Editor at Toronto Standard. Follow him on Twitter for jokes @mikeykolberg
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It seems like the fashion industry has just about washed its hands with the waif-like male models from Heidi Slimane's reign. The March 2011 cover of Details magazine, featuring Sean O'pry, Noah Mills, Arthur Kulkov proved that it's once again okay to be masculine.
Male models aside, the shoot's emphasis on denim caught our attention! It reminded us why we appreciate so much the art of aging denim. With brands like PRPS, Cult of Individuality, True Religion, Little Brooklyn, and many more, how can you not love a perfectly worn in pair of jeans?
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La La Vazquez experimented with thick bangs in the past, but this is the most dramatic fringe we've seen so far. The top layer of these heavy, extra-long bangs is lightened to a brown sugar shade, and slightly curled under. They do draw attention to her gorgeous round eyes, but we like our La La better sans bangs.
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NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) – Eastbound traffic at the Berkley Bridge was stopped for more than an hour after heat caused problems with the bridge Wednesday.
Around 11:30 a.m., Elizabeth River Tunnels Tweeted traffic was stopped due to an extended bridge lift. The lift took place at 11 a.m.
Sgt. Michelle Anaya with the Virginia State Police told WAVY.com there was a structural issue with the bridge and troopers were helping with traffic eastbound. The bridge reopened around 12:15 p.m.
According to the Virginia Department of Transportation, the extreme heat caused the bridge to not lock in place.
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Main :: James Tyler Variax Guitars
Support community for JTV.
by phil_m on 2013-03-21 15:53:23.7970
I don't usually watch the show, but I had the TV on last night while practicing, and I saw this performance. The JTV-69 was front and center. I don't know this dude's name or whether this is a US version or a Korean model.
by jayson2 on 2013-03-21 18:03:23.0040
I think I remember something about a band member of the AI house band endorsing the variax and HD500. Or maybe that was the SLN guy. I do remember seeing a variax on stage before in another season.
by joegut on 2013-03-22 17:52:42.8830
Man, that was pretty good!
by tnickasn on 2013-03-22 18:51:53.8090
Hey all,
I saw it as well. paused the recording and showed my kids...who were of course not particuarly impressed
by adessmith on 2013-03-26 06:38:58.3600
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paused the recording and showed my kids...who were of course not particuarly impressed
I saw it too (Just last night... I had the show recorded).
I did the same thing to show my wife. Paused it and was like... "Look, its a JTV-69, the strat version of my guitar".... She did not care either.
I jumped on the forums to share the news when I found this thread.
Your post made me laugh.
My wife did find your comment amusing also (of course I had to read it to her). Then I think she mumbeled something about me being a dork or something... LOL
I first noticed it by the selector switch at the top of the guitar.
Makes sense though... They have to cover a wide variety of sounds.
I thought I saw a variax last season as well, but I never could get a good view of it.
by lindsayward on 2013-03-28 23:42:27.7990
+1 for pausing and wife saying something like "whatever" ... me too
I have always thought that Line 6 gear - JTV and POD would be absolutely ideal for this sort of thing where the band plays any and all kinds of music.
I play both at church, which is a bit similar - works great.
The information above may not be current, and you should direct questions to the current forum or review the manual.


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Most quality fishing reels will last a lifetime if they are kept clean and lubricated. A little maintenance is especially important at the end of the season so that corrosion does not build up over the winter. Here are a few tips to make sure your reels are ready to go when the kings arrive in April.
First, rinse your reel gently in fresh water and let it dry completely.
Some people like to submerge their reels completely in fresh water. This is generally not a good idea unless your reel is especially salty or has been overboard. If you do submerge your reel in water, be sure to tighten the drag first so that water does not get into the drag system.
After rinsing and drying your reel, it is a good idea to apply oil or grease. Be sure to lubricate all moving parts, including the handle, the level wind, and spool end bearings. You'll need to remove end bearings on most reels to lubricate the spool end. When you replace the end bearings, it is important to leave some side-to-side play in the spool; otherwise, you'll ruin the end bearings.
You may want to spray WD-40 lightly on the surface of the reel to clean and displace moisture. But remember: WD-40 isn't a lubricant; in fact, it cuts grease so it should never be used inside a reel.
Following just these two steps will greatly increase the longevity of your reel and increase the odds that your reels will perform well next season. However, salt water also can get inside reels, and when it does it cannot be removed by a surface rinse. Fortunately, it is easy to open most reels. Spinning reels are perhaps the easiest to open. After removing the handle, take out the sideplate screws and remove the side cover to expose the gears.
Opening conventional star drag generally requires removing four or five screws on the outside of the handle side of the reel. Be forewarned: Do not remove the screws (usually four) closest to the handle, unless you are mechanically inclined and not afraid of springs popping out and burying themselves in your shag carpet.
Once the reel is open, you'll be able to tell immediately if there is any internal corrosion. If there is, you've got two options: Take the reel to someone who can completely dismantle and clean it, or get a parts schematic - many are available online for free - and do the work yourself.
The point is that any visible internal corrosion almost always leads to problems that will get worse over time.
If there is no visible corrosion, you're in luck and need to do only a couple of things before putting your reel back together. First, apply a small amount of fishing reel grease - avoid using heavy grease such as wheel bearing grease - to the gears. Next, use a toothbrush to paint a thin layer of grease on all internal metal parts to reduce future corrosion. Finally, grease the side plate screws and put your reel together.
Clean, dry reels should be wrapped in a soft cloth or stored in the box they came in. Do not seal them in plastic bags or internal moisture will cause rust. Be sure the spool end bearings are loose and that the drag is backed off completely before you put your reel away for the season.
If you keep your reels clean and free of corrosion, this simple maintenance is enough to keep you catching fish for quite a long time.
However, some parts do wear and need to be replaced periodically. The most common parts that need replacing are drag washers. These are inexpensive but do require a complete disassembly of the reel before they can be replaced.
Drag washers need to be replaced if the line jerks when it is pulled out slowly at a moderate drag setting or if it is difficult to fine tune the drag; that is, turning the star a small amount quickly adjusts from a very light to a very heavy drag.
Levelwind reels will need to have their levelwind pawls and worm gears replaced periodically. There is a good chance your pawl is bad if the line does not lie evenly on your reel. On the other hand, if the levelwind gets stuck at one place, odds are that the levelwind worm gear and pawl both need to be replaced.
Bill Brown is an avid fisherman who runs a reel repair shop in Juneau. He can be reached at 789-2448 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
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A drinker was attacked and had £200 and his mobile phone stolen after three men followed him into the toilets of a town centre pub.
Northamptonshire Police have appealed for witnesses following the assault, which happened at around 9.15pm on Tuesday at The Auctioneers pub, in Northampton's Market Square.
A 21-year-old man went to the toilet, where the first attacker asked him why he had been looking at him.
When he said he hadn't, the man punched him, knocking him to the floor, where he was hit again and kicked. Police say he may have been attacked by two additional men while lying on the floor.
The victim had his mobile phone, £200 in cash and his keys stolen.
The attackers were seen leaving the pub and walking down The Drapery towards All Saints Church.
Police have said the first man was mixed race, in his mid 20s, around 5ft 10in, of medium build and with a tanned complexion. He had dark hair, stubble and was wearing a dark top.
The second man was white, clean shaven, stocky build with very short dark hair and was wearing a light blue polo shirt and dark blue jeans.
The third was a slim black man, 5ft 10in, with short black hair, wearing a dark jacket and dark jeans.
Witnesses to this incident, or anyone with information, can call Northamptonshire Police on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.


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Forward Performing Arts and the Madison Scouts are excited to offer MadSkills, a marching arts clinic for band students of all skill levels as well as their directors. Learn from some of the top instructors in the marching activity, play side-by-side with the Madison Scouts, and learn important skills that you can take back to your band program. Combined with attending a Drum Corps International tour event, this is an excellent opportunity to learn from some of the best clinicians and then see some of the best drum corps perform live!
The MadSkills clinic will provide you opportunities to improve your skills in:
Instrumental Ensemble – Brass & Woodwinds
Percussion – Snare, Tenors, Bass, Cymbals, & Mallets
Color Guard – Rifle & Flag
Conducting – Leadership – Visual Movement
Director's Track – Show Design & Technique
This summer the MadSkills clinics will be coming to three Wisconsin locations, including:
Whitewater – Saturday, June 23rd at 4 p.m. – The Whitewater Classic at 7 p.m.
Wausau – Thursday, July 5th at 4 p.m. – The Northwoods Encore at 7 p.m.
Madison – Sunday, July 8th at 4 p.m. – Drums on Parade at 6 p.m.
Clinic admission is free with a ticket to the show. Discounted GROUP show tickets available for your band. Bring your instrument (not required), wear comfortable clothing and athletic shoes, and bring a water bottle.REGISTER YOURSELF OR YOUR GROUP TODAY!


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Nuestra Familia Gang Member Pleads Guilty to Conspiring to Traffic Cocaine
28-Year Prison Sentence Part of the Agreement
|U.S. Attorney's Office September 10, 2010
SACRAMENTO, CA—United States Attorney Benjamin B. Wagner announced today that Bismark Martin Ocampo, 40, of San Francisco, pled guilty to conspiring to distribute cocaine. The plea agreement calls for a sentence of 28 years in federal prison. Sentencing is set for January 24, 2010.
This case is the product of an extensive investigation of the Nuestra Familia gang by the FBI's Stockton Violent Crime Task Force, the San Joaquin County Metropolitan Narcotics Task Force, the Stockton Police Department, the Salinas Police Department, the Watsonville Police Department, the Monterey County Sheriff's Department, and the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. According to court documents, the Nuestra Familia (NF) is a violent Hispanic prison gang based within the California prison system whose members exert control over street-level Norteño gang members engaged in drug trafficking and violent crime. This investigation revealed that NF members and associates were responsible for distributing large amounts of illegal, controlled substances, including methamphetamine, cocaine, marijuana, and Ecstasy throughout the Eastern and Northern Districts of California with supply lines from Mexico and distribution channels throughout the United States.
In his guilty plea, Ocampo admitted that beginning in the summer of 2006 and continuing up to June of 2007, he began operating outside of prison as a member of and under the authority of the NF. He engaged in drug trafficking in the San Francisco Bay Area along in furtherance of the NF gang. Ocampo discussed and obtained cocaine from Mario Diaz and others for the specific purpose of selling drugs for monetary profit or gain.
May 4, 2007 - Drug-Related Intercepts Between Ocampo and Diaz
According to court documents, on May 4, 2007, FBI agents intercepted a phone call between Mario Diaz and Ocampo. During the intercepted call, Ocampo used coded language to order approximately one and a half kilograms of cocaine from Diaz.
May 4, 2007 - Diaz and Associates Obtain 20 Kilograms of Cocaine
According to court documents, the FBI investigation revealed that Mario DIAZ and others obtained 20 kilograms of cocaine in the Los Angeles area and transported it to Northern California for further distribution. The 20 kilograms of cocaine were ultimately distributed throughout the Eastern and Northern Districts of California.
Ocampo Obtains and Distributes a Half- Kilogram of Cocaine
As part of this plea agreement, Ocampo admitted that he obtained and distributed approximately a half-kilogram of cocaine from Diaz, which was part of the 20-kilogram load on May 4, 2007. Ocampo admitted that he returned the proceeds from the cocaine sales to an associate for DIAZ in order to repay his drug debt.
This case was part of an Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force (OCDETF). The OCDETF program was established in 1982 to conduct comprehensive, multilevel attacks on major drug trafficking and money laundering organizations. The principal mission of the OCDETF program is to identify, disrupt, and dismantle the most serious drug trafficking and money laundering organizations and those primarily responsible for the nation's drug supply. Assistant United States Attorneys Jason Hitt and William S. Wong are prosecuting the case.


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Since we started this website over 14 years, and almost 5 millions page views ago, we have sold hundreds of copies of Phillip Ferranti's book, "140 Great Hikes in and near Palm Springs."
There is a good reason for this, it is a very comprehensive book, that is well written, and has fantastic diagrams. Just click the Amazon image to order …
Hikers in Southern California know that there's more to Palm Springs than world-class golfing. The mountain wilderness surrounding this desert resort town offers extensive trail systems where outdoor enthusiasts enjoy some of the best winter and spring hikes in the nation.
And there is no better companion for your adventures than 140 Great Hikes in and near Palm Springs — the area's most comprehensive hiking guide — by local author, hike leader, and Coachella Valley Hiking Club founder Philip Ferranti. This revised version of Ferranti's regional best-seller, 120 Great Hikes in and near Palm Springs, offers 20 new and exciting excursions for hikers of all ages and skill levels, as well as 58 user-friendly maps, 118 black-and-white photos, detailed trail descriptions, difficulty ratings, seasonal advice, safety tips, and more. So grab your CamelBak, other Hydration Pack or Hydroflask , slap on some sunscreen, and hit the trail with 140 Great Hikes in and near Palm Springs!


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Visa Inc. is a global payments technology company that connects consumers, businesses, financial institutions and governments in more than 200 countries and territories to fast, secure and reliable digital currency. Visa believes the most important financial tool is not a product – it is knowledge. That is why for more than a decade Visa has been developing financial literacy programs that teach individuals how to spend, save and budget responsibly.
On Monday, April 23, 2012 at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, Visa will co-host the sixth annual Financial Literacy and Education Summit with the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago. This year's Summit, International Solutions to Improving Financial Literacy, will address how governments and financial education leaders can work together to improve the state of financial literacy globally. The Summit will also feature the presentation of national and international financial education research.
There will be a live, webcast of the Summit, beginning at 9:00 a.m. Central on Monday, April 23 so we encourage you to register. For more information and to register, click here.
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Does this ever happen to you?
So there I was yesterday morning planning a nice trek through the woods behind my house, thinking that it sure would be nice to limit how much I carry. Usually I take what seems like a 100 pound pack of camera equipment and ?stuff?. I thought it would be nice this time to take one camera, one lens, a small belt pack with a snack and water bottle. I?d have room in the belt pack for a few filters, maybe some close-up filters, maybe those Chroma-Zone color cards I?ve been meaning to try out, a cable release; you know, the necessities of photo life. I would have to deal with the limitations of a single lens, but that would be well worth it to be able to move freely and lightly. Of course, the lens is slightly soft wide open (or so people say; I never really noticed it), and it does have more distortion than I would like, so maybe I?ll replace it with two lenses: a 24-85 and a 60 macro. That?ll give me better quality and, besides, isn?t that what interchangeable lenses are for? I can move my stuff into a waist pack instead of the belt pack to have room for the extra lens. In fact, now I?ll have room for several more filters and my right-angle finder, which I?ll need since I have the macro lens with me. And, there?s enough room for my 35 f/2 for low light situations, which always arise in the woods.
I remember last time I was out, I thought about carrying a flash for fill-in, and the waist pack has two water bottle holders built-in that would be great to carry the flash and the 60 macro right at hand, without having to dig through the inside of the pack. I can always attach a separate water bottle carrier. Now I have room for a note pad and pen to take notes on my use of the Chroma-Zone cards, too! And now that the 60 macro is outside the pack, I can carry my 85 f/1.8 for seriously low light photos. And since I?ve now got a 35 and 85, I don?t need the 24-85, I?ll just take my 24 f/2.8. All those lenses still take 52 / 62mm filters, so I won?t need much more space for different size filters. I do need my tripod, though, since I have the macro lens and right angle finder, and what good are low light lenses without a tripod? So I wear the waist pack around my waist, the camera over one shoulder and carry the tripod. That leaves one shoulder free for ... my 80-400! I?ve been meaning to carry it to see if I can get a shot of what I think is a mountain lion that my wife heard one night about a year ago. Everyone tells me there aren?t any mountain lions in this part of the country, but you never know. I?d hate to be looking around with my binoculars, see a mountain lion and not be able to take a picture. Binoculars! I need to fit them in somewhere.
So now I have five (count ?em: FIVE!) lenses plus a tripod for this simple trek through the woods, and I?m thinking that all this stuff would be much more comfortable in a backpack, and besides, then I?d have room for a snack and water bottle, since somehow a spare camera body has ended up in the strap-on water bottle carrier.
Next time, I am DEFINITELY going to limit myself to the 24-85 and 50 macro. Well, OK, and the 35 f/2 for low light, but THAT?S ALL!
Oh, and, no, I didn?t see a mountain lion, but why would I; there aren?t any in this part of the country.
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I Love You Blocks. Dimensions: 7.5 X 9.5 X 2.5". The blocks themselves are 1 and 3/4". Sugarboo is a working studio. Their pieces are custom made for you. Sugarboo orders are charged upon placement of order. Lead time: currently on quick ship 7-10 business days.


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Why do special units and police CONTINUOUSLY return to the 1911? Why is it still in high rate production almost 100 years later? Why does the Marine Corps spend so much effort in custom gun smithing 1911s? Why did we recall the m9 and re-issue the 1911s for a while? Why does it top Jeff Cooper(rip)'s recommendations?
Because it's top notch. Having more rounds per magazine doesn't necessarily mean more stopping power is at your disposal, and when accuracized properly, the 1911 becomes a tack driver and retains its durability and high MTBF. Pair a Kimber or equivalent with Wilson magazines and your reliability is pretty much assured.
The single stack design makes the handle quite slim and adds a lot to the comfort and accuracy. It also makes it, ironically, easier, for most shooters than double stack 9mms.
Personally, I think the 1911 is fairly ugly, but it works.
Rosco S. Benson on rec.guns Is the 1911 an Outdated Design?
Of course the 1911 is an outdated design. It came from an era when weapons were designed to win fights, not to avoid product liability lawsuits. It came from an era where it was the norm to learn how your weapon operated and to practice that operation until it became second nature, not to design the piece to the lowest common denominator. It came from an era in which our country tried to supply its fighting men with the best tools possible, unlike today, when our fighting men and women are issued hardware that was adopted because of international deal-making or the fact that the factory is in some well-connected congressman's district. Yes, beyond any shadow of a doubt, the 1911 IS an outdated design....and that's exactly what I love about it.


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Deer Hunting Tips/Techniques
If you goal is to shoot a trophy Canadian buck, here are some tips and techniques to help you deer hunting. Our deer hunts are done between Fort Frances in the Rainy River District and Dryden.
Deer Hunting Tips and Techniques
- Listen to your outfitter / guides. They have all the experience to know what and where to go in the area you are hunting. Trophy whitetail deer are numerous in our area and with patience you will be able to harvest a rugged Canadian whitetail deer.
- We hunt old logging areas. Either just inside the bush line or just along the edge of the cuts. Tree stands or ground blinds are used to sit in. We set you up along the rub / scrape lines or along feeding areas where the does are. At the resort we have guided deer hunts only. There is 1 guide for every 2 hunters. We will set you up in the morning and pick you up each evening.
- Ontario's deer herds are managed through a selective harvest system. During the gun season, for example, the opportunities to hunt antlerless (does and fawns) white-tailed deer are more regulated, while buck hunting remains open. At other times, the overall number of white-tailed deer tags available to hunters may vary, depending on whether conservation specialists have determined that populations should be increased, or whether they have reached a desirable point. In 2003, Ontario implemented a Chronic Wasting Disease surveillance and testing program; Chronic Wasting Disease has never been detected in Ontario deer or elk. There is no open season for hunting elk or caribou in the province.
About Ontario Deer Hunting
White-tailed deer in Ontario are trophies, requiring large bodies to weather the chilly climate. As a result, antler size is comparably vast. While most white-tailed bucks average 140 to 250 pounds (63 to 114 k), Ontario bucks can top 300 pounds (136 kg). Even the mild winters of recent years have contributed to buck growth. Some believe that now is simply the best opportunity to hunt deer in Ontario in the last 100 years.
Preference to track or drive white-tailed deer through farm country or through big forest can both be satisfied in Ontario. Farm-country hunters concentrate on woodlots and creek bottoms near agricultural fields. Most hunt from tree stands or ground blinds near trails, rubs, scrapes, feeding areas, or by using drives to push deer to waiting stands. Big-woods hunters use these same techniques in deer funnels and logging cuts, but also incorporate still-hunting and tracking into their bag of tricks. Incredible expanses of land and availability of game allow you to tailor your experience as you would hope.
Information for Hunters
As with any game in Ontario, you should be aware of the seasons and hunting licences required. In the case of white-tailed deer, there are some additional considerations you might want to keep in mind when planning your hunt:
- White-tailed deer season is notoriously changeable (warmish autumnal weather one moment, sub-zero and snowing the next). The warmer you dress, the more enjoyable your hunt will be.
- Hunters orange must be worn during open gun seasons for both white-tailed deer and moose.
- Non-resident Ontario hunters must hunt through an outfitter.


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Birding Region:
Delaware Bay Coast
Site #8: Woodland Beach Wildlife Area
Site Map
5 miles E of Smyrna (302) 284-1077
Managed by: Delaware Division of Fish & Wildlife
Taylor's Gut and nearby Florio Road, both part of Woodland Beach Wildlife Area, lie along Route 9, about 5 miles north of the entrance to Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge. From late October through mid-March, you may find the area teeming with Snow Geese and other waterfowl. Shorebirding is excellent when water levels are favorable.
Directions to Florio Road
(39°19'31.41"N 75°30'25.04"W - see map) Take Route 9 (Hay Point Landing Road) north from its intersection with Route 6 (Woodland Beach Road), east of Smyrna. In 0.9 mile, turn right (E) onto Florio Road, just before Route 9 makes a sharp bend to the left (E). This road goes about 0.5 mile, and overlooks several ponds and fields. The road itself is unmarked, but there is a large sign reading, "Woodland Beach Wildlife Area."
Directions to Taylor's Gut
(39°19'38.63"N 75°30'55.09"W) A good spot from which to scan Taylor's Gut is along the shoulder of Route 9 near a small culvert, 1.2 miles north of Route 6 (0.3 mile from the entrance to Florio Road).
Other Birding Sites in the Delaware Bay Coast Region:
Woodland Beach Wildlife Area
Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge
Little Creek Wildlife Area
Ted Harvey Cons. Area - Logan Lane Tract
Milford Neck
Slaughter Beach
Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge
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I have a spanking new XPS15 L502X with Core I7-2720QM and 8GB of memory. My task manager reports that the Realtek HD Audio Manager is constantly eating 13% of my CPU. My audio features (sound is on) are turned on but I am not processing any audio. Isn't this resource consumption a bit much? Do I have a faulty setting? Any suggestions?
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So I disabled startup of the Realtek software via System Configuration and disabled via Device Manager and rebooted. The result was no CPU usage and no sound at all. I then re-enabled all of the above items, re-booted, played a CD via Windows Media Player, Played an internet TV show via Windows Media Center, and played a DVD via CyberLink DVD. Task Manager reported the original 13% CPU usage on Image Name rtkngui64.exe. Now after the above fiddling, that Image no longer shows on Task Manager. Instead, RAVBg64.exe, Realtek HD Audio Background Process, is displayed with no appreciable CPU usage. That Image did not appear before.
In summary, it appears that the basic disabling and re-enabling of the tasks cleared up the problem.
Go figure!
Your version does not work!
After all done, still eats 13% CPU
Please Help!
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Yep, now again, when I view Task Manager I find that RtkNGUI64.exe is eating up 13% of my Core i7-2720 2.2Ghz system. This hardly seems acceptable to me. My sound is muted, speakers are off. So, I sent the following email to Realtek:
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Subject: RtkNGUI64.exe consumes 13% of CPU
Realtek PC Tech Support:
I have a brand new Dell XPS15 laptop (L502X) running 64bit Windows 7 and containing a Intel Core i7-2720QM CPU. For your reference, I have attached a Dell Support Center generated full System Information.html file to this email.
I have my sound muted and have executed no audio applications since shutting down and restarting my computer. Under these, and every other condition that I have checked in recent weeks, RtkNGUI64.exe shows up on my Task Manager as consistently consuming 13% of the CPU.
I went to Device Manager -> Sound, video and game controllers ->r Realtek High Definition Audio -> executed Update Driver and received the response: "Windows has determined the driver software for your device is up to date."
This constant and consistent 13% CPU usage on this system seems entirely unreasonable.
I will be posting this email and subsequent responses in the Dell Laptop Community Forum so a well reasoned response will be much valued.
Thank you...
I have the same problem with RealTek's ALC665 High Definition Audio CODEC. I had installed the latest Dell Driver v.6.01.6312, A04, released on 4/7/2011 before noticing the problem. So I wonder if the older driver has the same problem. Orrinsmith, which driver version do you have? (Version at: Dell Stage-Shortcuts-Dell Support Center-Detailed System Information-Multimedia / Sound Card - Realtek High Definition Audio)
I even uninstalled and reinstalled the driver - same 13% CPU use in Task Manager. I will say it took several days after reinstalling the driver before the problem appeared again.
Have you heard anything from Realtek? You may try a chat with Dell Support. Believe it or not, they can be of help. The chat does take time because the technician is multitasking with several customers. That may be one of Dell support's biggest problems - attention is not exclusive to you and your problem at the time you are chatting. So the tech has to reformulate the problem after every customer contact when he comes back to you. It does help though.
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You need to RUN MSCONFIG, Selective Start Up, Start Up Menu tab, and Uncheck the Reatek HD Audio Manager. Reboot. Walla, extra 13% CPU use is gone. The RtKNGUI64.exe will not show up in Task Manager. However, if you Push the Waves Button on the Control Strip, that will start the Realtek HD Audio Manager. The Realtek Audio Mgr is designed is to remain ON as a background process. Dumb design but that's the way it is. Now since you turned it on, it will stay on until you reboot. Since you unchecked it in the Start Up Menu, it will be OFF when Windows reopens.
U must be sure it is unchecked from the Start Up Menu.
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so yeah, i know this thread is kinda old, but my laptop had the same issue.
the issue is that the ravbg64 service is looking for a registry key that isn't there. it keeps looking and not finding it over and over.
you can see this by using a tool called procmon.exe (Process Monitor). Just google it.
You need to add two registry keys. to do this:
Click the Windows Orb button thing (Start Button)
In the search bar, type regedit
Navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE/SOFTWARE
Right click "SOFTWARE" and left click "New", then "Key"
Name it "SRS Labs" (without quotes) - that's one
Next, right click "SRS Labs", left click "new" then left click "Key" again
Name it "APO" (without quotes)
once you do this, it should get rid of the processor usage.
Hope this helps someone.
Magic! Did Process monitor actually show the value of the keys required by the ravbg64 service?
Thank you so much for posting this. seems to have fixed my problem - and hopefully also 118 sec additional boot time (according to Soluto) for loading RealTek HD Audio Driver ...
yes- it showed the service looking for the registry keys but them being "not found". once you make the keys, ravbg64 "Sees" them and stops looking for them over and over (which is what causes the 13% cpu usage). glad to hear it worked out
Thanks Man, this is awesome. The processor graph dived as soon as I created the key "SRS Labs".


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JA It's My Future provides practical information about preparing for the working world while still in middle school. Six volunteer-led sessions required.
Session One: My Brand
Through interviews, self-reflection, and creation of a personal logo, students explore the importance of building a positive personal brand for the future, starting in middle school.
Key Learning Objectives:
- Recognize that the choices they make in middle school can have a direct impact now and in the future
- Identify corporate and personal brands that represent positive reputations
- Design a logo as part of expressing a personal brand
Session Two: Career Clusters
Students explore career clusters and identify jobs for additional research. They also recognize the value of and need for all jobs.
Key Learning Objectives:
- Examine career clusters and the jobs in each cluster that they would like to further explore
- Understand the interconnectivity and value of all types of jobs
Session Three: High Growth Career Clusters
Students learn the four factors to consider in choosing a job, and they take a close look at some high-growth career fields.
Key Learning Objectives:
- Recognize the four factors to consider in choosing a job
- Describe industries that are forecasted to have high-growth
Session Four: Career Mapping
Students explore how to use life experiences to develop work skills and how to map a path to employment goals.
Key Learning Objectives:
- Recognize the four factors to consider in choosing a job
- Describe industries that are forecasted to have high-growth
Session Five: On the Hunt
Students are introduced to the basic aspects of job hunting through a scavenger hunt. They are given an organizing tool to keep all their vital job-hunting information in one place.
Key Learning Objectives:
- Recognize basic job-hunting tools, including applications, resumes, recommendations, and interviewing.
- Analyze where to look for a job
- Understand the importance of keeping a record of vital information
Session Six: How to Keep (or Lose) a Job
Students learn the difference between technical and soft skills, and they recognize the impact that their personal behavior has on their ability to succeed in a job.
Key Learning Objectives:
- Differentiate between technical skills and soft skills
- Describe specific soft skills they already possess and those they need to practice
JA It's My Future enhances students learning of the following concepts and skills:
- Concepts: Brand, Career clusters, Career mapping, Career planning, Employee, High-growth jobs, Interests, Job application, Job forecast, Job hunting, Job interview, Logo, Long-term consequences, Personal brand, Recommendation, Resumes, Short-, middle-, and long-term goals, Skills, Soft skills, Symbolism, Tagline, Technical skills, Working environment
- Skills: Analyzing data, Analyzing information, Categorizing data, Creativity, Following written instructions, Goal-setting, Interviewing, Mapping, Model building, Oral and visual presentation, Oral and written communication, Organizing information, Reading for Understanding, Self-assessment, Working in pairs and groups
JA It's My Future is a series of six sessions recommended for after-school students in grades six, seven and eight. The average time for each activity is 60 minutes. Extended learning opportunities were developed to enhance and extend core activities. Materials are packaged in a self-contained kit that includes detailed activity plans for the volunteer and materials for 24 students.
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The couple, who got engaged over the holidays, have remained tight lipped and extremely private about their engagement. Biel has yet to wear her engagement ring in public, although she did have it on at a recent Saturday Night Live after party.
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The 27th annual Foster Grandparent Training Conference will be held June 8-10 at Lake DeGray State Park Lodge. Approximately 180 retirees who volunteer as foster grandparents in 27 Arkansas counties are registered to attend.
This year's conference theme is "Yee Haw for Volunteers: Sharing Today to Shape Tomorrow" and is sponsored by Stryker Orthopaedics and Drew County Farm Bureau. The conference will include workshops, a health fair, fitness classes and other activities as well as an awards luncheon that will feature a celebration of the 45th anniversary of this national program. Exhibitors will include Twin Rivers Health & Rehabilitation, Courtyard Gardens Health/Rehab, Telecommunication Access program (TAP) and Arkansas Volunteer Lawyers for the Elderly.
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