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News tagged 'ECID'
New 4.7-inch iPhone 6 Front Panel and Display Assembly Images from Feld & Volk
To be honest, I have already got tired of writing about the leaked parts for the next-generation iPhone. Nevertheless, I have to tell you that today several new images appeared online that show us the front panel and a display assembly for the 4.7-inch handset. We can also take a look at new Power and Mute buttons. The photos were shared by a firm called Feld & Volk and I must admit that they look legitimate.
Apple to Unveil iPhone 6 on September 9th?
Following the rumors that suggested that Apple will unveil its next-generation iPhone on October 14th, a new report from Re/code appeared online on Tuesday that denies such suggestions and says that the new handset will be released on September 9th. For several years in a row, September has been the month of the iPhone release and looks like the guys from Cupertino decided not to change the tradition. Bloomberg and the Wall Street Journal confirmed the date of the iPhone 6 launch.
Top 10 Stories of the Week
It is Sunday today, that is why I have decided to make a roundup of the most popular posts of the past seven days. I think you should take a look.
President Obama Has Signed Cell Phone Unlocking Bill
As it was expected, President Obama has signed the Unlocking Consumer Choice and Wireless Competition Act. The legislation, which successfully passed the US House of Representatives and the US Senate earlier this year, makes it legal for any user to unlock any smartphone purchased on the territory of the USA.
Samsung to Produce Apple's A9 Chips?
According to the latest rumors, Samsung will become the manufacturer of the A-series chips for Apple's gadgets in 2015, not Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company as it was reported earlier. Today's report comes from Reuters and cites KGI Securities analyst Michael Liu, who have reportedly talked to TSMC investors, so I think we can believe it.
First Batch of iPhone 6 to Include 68 Million Units?
According to Taiwan's Business Weekly, Apple has placed a huge amount of orders for the iPhone 6. In fact, the number of handsets the guys from Cupertino are planning to sell in the first weeks after the release is nearly 68 million.
Top 10 Stories of the Week
The week has nearly come to an end, that is why I've decided to tell you about the most interesting posts of the past seven days.
Mass-Production of Both 4.7-inch and 5.5-inch iPhone 6 Models to Start in July
According to the latest report from Bloomberg, the mass-production of both 4.7-inch and 5.5-inch iPhone 6 models will start in July. This means that the release of both handsets may take place at the same time - in September.
Top 10 Stories of the Week
It's Sunday today, so I've decided to make up a list of the most popular news of the past seven days. If you think you missed something interesting, take a look.
Tim Cook Visits Mac Pro Factory in Austin
Apple CEO on Friday visited the first US-based manufacturing facility where Macs are assembled. According to what he has tweeted earlier today, Cook is proud of this factory and the fact that at least some Apple computers are manufactured in the USA.
Court Bans Galaxy S2 and Galaxy Ace Sales in Netherlands
According to the latest reports, Dutch appeals court on Tuesday upheld the injunction against the sales of several Samsung handsets in the country. The verdict bans the sales of Samsung Galaxy S2, Galaxy Ace and a number of other devices, which infringe on Apple patents.
Apple and Samsung to Settle Patent Infringement Lawsuits Without Applying to the Court
According to the latest report from The Korea Times, Apple and Samsung are currently working on an agreement that would settle all their patent infringement lawsuits at once and without applying to the court. The two tech giants have begun the negotiations quite recently.
Patent War Between Apple and Google is Over?
Apple and Google have decided to stop the patent war. According to the latest reports, the company from Cupertino and Google's Motorola Mobility unit have recently agreed to end all the so-called patent battles. This, however, doesn't mean that the tech giants will start cross-licensing each other's patents.
Apple to Add HD Audio Playback to iOS 8 and Release New In-Ear Headphones and Lightning Cable
According to the latest rumors from various sources, Apple is planning to improve the quality of music playback in iOS 8. Apart from that, the guys from Cupertino may release new versions of both In-Ear Headphones and Lightning connector.
Apple to Hold 'Enormous' iPhone Upgrade Event Soon
Apple is expected to hold an "enormous" iPhone upgrade event in its retail stores. On May 8th, the guys from Cupertino will start sending emails to those users who have an older iPhone. They will be offered a discount on newer handset - iPhone 5s or iPhone 5c - if they decide to give their old one back to Apple.


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I'd been lusting after it for a long, long time and then I came across just one, seriously reduced, in my size. And Tuesday having been my birthday, I finally get to take him for a spin. (At this point I should probably add 'thank you, darling boyfriend'.) IT'S SO BEAUTIFUL. EEEEE. Phew, okay.
I know some of you might not be quite as excited about this as I am, but that's ok... Me and Smith, we're in love, and we don't need your approval.
P.S. I got some other pretty cool presents too!
nothing like a set of novelty salt & pepper shakers, eh? all from urban outfitters.

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So off I went in search of owls and other fascinating wildlife, Montreal held the promise of much. Of course even the best laid plans can go awry, especially if siad owls decide not lo leave their home in the Arctic. So, without further a do I will introduce you to my backup plan, found pretty much anywhere in Montreal....yes, even along the road. Parks, gardens and, in fact, any tree anywhere. They can be hand fed and most parks have banned the feeding of them. The are a nuicance? Aw come on, with that fluffy tail and cute set of peepers?
Both taken with Canon 7D, before it dies, and 300 2.8 IS L.


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There are two great options for meeting as the church every weekend. We would love for you to check out both service options! In the end, it's best if you can connect with one group in order that you might form deeper connections with those you're serving alongside.
weekend services
Sunday Morning @Thomas Haney
The attention that we give to kids' programs makes the Sunday Morning Service a very family-friendly choice for your Sunday mornings. Every week, we meet at Thomas Haney School. The service begins at 10am, but there will always be people there to help you find a coffee and find your way as early as 9:30am. Park out front and come in the school's main entrance. Follow the music and the flow of people. Typically, we sit down with a coffee at about 10am for music worship. This is followed by a time of welcome and announcements before a Bible-centered Message and one more opportunity for music worship. We generally get you out of there by 11:30, but there are always people around to connect with long after that.
Click the link for more information about WHERE we gather.
Saturday NightLife
The smaller venue for Saturday NightLife creates a noticeable closeness. This noticeable closeness is a part of a theme for Saturday Nights. The men and women who gather are in it together as they draw nearer to the One who offers hope. Though this isn't specifically a "Recovery Service", the tones of restoration and mending the brokenness are something you'll definitely notice every Saturday. Unlike Sundays, the focus is on adult ministry. As such, there isn't a regular kids' program on Saturday nights, but we don't want that to become a barrier for anyone, so just let us know if we can help! Click the link for more information about WHERE we gather.
small groups for adults
Ideally, everybody will find a place to SCATTER where they meet weekly in people's homes. Sometimes, a good place to start is in a pre-made small group. There are several different options for adults at NorthRidge. Below, you'll find a description of different small groups that you're always willing to check out. When you find something that you want to be a part of, check the CALENDAR to see when it's happening next!
women's study group
We have a very consistent opportunity for women to get together and study God's Word. This group looks closely at how to apply God's Promises and Instruction to daily life.
This small group meets out of theHUB.
Check out the CALENDAR to see when the Women's Study Group meets next!
You can always CONNECT for more information.
Authentic Manhood
Authentic Manhood is all about setting men up to live lives of truth, passion and purpose. Our resources offer clear and practical Biblical insights on God's design for manhood that are both refreshing and inspiring. We point men to a gospel-centered vision of life that sets them up to enjoy God's grace as they pursue the promises of His Word. Our resources, including the original Men's Fraternity curriculum created by Dr. Robert Lewis, have influenced millions of men around the world.
This small group meets out of theHUB.
Check out the CALENDAR to see when Authentic Manhood meets next!
You can always CONNECT for more information.
NR Playdates
NR Playdates (otherwise known as NorthRidge Playdates) is an opportunity for parents of young children (aged 0-5) to connect over coffee in a space where the kids can play safely.
This small group meets out of theHUB.
Check out the CALENDAR to see when NR Playdates meets next!
You can always CONNECT for more information.
Men's Breakfast
Sometimes a guy just has to eat. We want to encourage the "feeding" on good stuff. So if you're looking for a great meal with great men while receiving a great message, check out the next Men's Breakfast.
This small group meets out of theHUB.
Check out the CALENDAR to see when we host the next Men's Breakfast.
You can always CONNECT for more information.
northridge soccer team
Alpha is an opportunity to explore life, faith and God in a friendly, open and informal environment. It begins with a full dinner, follows with an informative video and ends with an opportunity to share your thoughts while enjoying dessert.
This small group meets out of theHUB.
Check out the CALENDAR to see when the next Alpha session begins.
You can always CONNECT for more information.


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Year Built: 1936
Square Footage: 7,200
Space Description: Performing Arts, Music Venue, Restaurant / Retail
The State Theatre was built and opened in March, 1936. Designed by architect Erle G. Stilwell, the 700 seat movie theatre was originally decorated in the Mediterranean Revival/Atmospheric style, complete with murals and a lighted star constellation in the ceiling. The theatre had both screen and stage capabilities. In the mid-1950's, the State Theatre was remodeled to accommodate more modern tastes and the Cinemascope format. The Mediterranean garden wall was removed, the murals painted over and a permanent screen erected. It was operated by the Wilbey-Kincey chain. In 1978, the State Theatre showed its final feature film and was closed. Urban Synergy acquired this building in 2014.
Building Features:
In the heart of Revitalizing Downtown Kingsport
Beautiful storefront
Steps away from night life, retail shops, 40+ annual concerts
Customizable space ready to be developed
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Over the past few weeks I have been eagerly planning a holiday to Mexico; dreaming of spicy margaritas, sunsets on the beach, wiggling sand between my toes, and diving into breathlessly blue cenotes. All my excited holiday anticipation has culminated in craving my favourite bean chilli, smoky, spicy and rich in flavour, cooled down with a smooth cold and creamy avocado sour cream.
Mexican bean chilli with avocado sour cream
serves 6
3 onions, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 dried ancho chilli
3 sundried tomatoes
½ cup hot water
2 tbsp ground cumin
1 tbsp smoked paprika
2 cups red wine
2 carrots, peeled and diced
1 tsp marmite
2 x 400g tinned tomatoes
1 ½ cup of chickpeas
3 ½ cups cannellini beans
1 cup black beans
Start by soaking the smoky ancho chilli and the sundried tomatoes in the ½ cup of hot water for 20 minutes. Meanwhile in a pot sweat the onions with a little canola oil, and the garlic, until the onions become translucent. Add the cumin and smoked paprika, and continue cooking for a couple of minutes, stirring continuously so that the spices don't burn and catch on the bottom of the pot. Add the red wine, and reduce until all the liquid has disappeared. Add the carrots, marmite, tinned tomatoes and the beans, and simmer on low for 1 ½ hours. Season with salt and pepper.
Avocado sour cream
1 cup cashews, soaked for 1-8hours
½ avocado
½ cup water
2 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Blend the soaked cashews with the water until smooth, then add the rest of the ingredients, blend again, and season. Put in the fridge to chill and firm up if you have time before serving.
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Company slow to provide promised, but not required, refund
(KUTV) When Liz Phillips booked a trip, she also booked an 11-day stay for her dog, Jax, at a kennel where the K-9 has stayed before.
Liz paid $349 up front.
Unfortunately, the kennel become unnecessary. A chemical imbalance in Jax' brain forced Liz to euthanize her young animal.
Liz says she called the company to notify them, and ask about a refund. Per the terms of contract, boarding fees are non-refundable but the company offered her one anyway.
Liz played a voicemail from Coddled Critters which stated that the owner would be issuing "a full refund in the next few days."
Those 'few days' turned into weeks. Two months after the refund was promised, Liz says communication with the company has shut down.
"I've called and called, nobody responds to my calls anymore," she said.
By phone, Coddled Critters' owner pointed out to Get Gephardt that she was being nice in offering the refund - one wasn't required.
As for the delay in the refund that had been promised, the owner blamed the delay on some technical changes at the company. She says she had changed credit card processors and Liz' refund got lost in the shuffle.
Coddled Critter immediately issued a refund.
Coddled Critters is an accredited business with the Better Business Bureau and maintains an A+ rating.
Utah law says that when a refund is due, it's supposed to be provided within 30 days.


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Veer Kunwar Institute of Technology (VKIT BIJNOR), Bijnor
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text: Ötzi the Iceman -- our favourite Copper Age corpsicle -- is the gift that keeps on giving. A recent analysis of the metal found in the Neolithic hunter's copper axe suggests a point of origin in Southern Tuscany, which is far from where Ötzi's frozen body was found. This suggests a long-distance trade route might have existed between central Italy and the Alps some 5300 years ago.


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Sargent Crabapple Bonsai (Malus Sargenti) 11 Yrs
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- Log into your account and submit a return request
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- Grocery items including food and beverages (Under US Food laws, food items are not returnable or refundable unless found to be out of date or the wrong item was shipped.)
- Undergarments and other intimate apparel
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There are 2 simple ways to file a return
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We will remit your money back within 12 Hrs after we have recieved your returned item back in our warehouse. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item.
You may return new, unopened items sold and fulfilled by GreenNBrown.com within 30 days of delivery for a full refund (minus actual shipping/handling cost and 10% restocking fee). Items should be returned in their original product packaging.
Please note that the return shipping cost will be borne by us if the return is a result of our error. (wrong item shipped in error)
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While we work to ensure that product information is correct, on occasion manufacturers may alter their ingredient lists. Actual product packaging and materials may contain more and/or different information than that shown on our Web site.
In rare instances of any discrepancy between product picture and product name and description, product name and description should be followed.
Customers are advised to review any order for product items that may be sensitive to melting or tainting due to summer heat prior to order finalization. By placing an order for heat sensitive items, customer expressly acknowledges that GreenNBrown cannot guarantee the quality of any heat sensitive product requested to be shipped.
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Sargent Crabapple Bonsai - Flowering Dwarf - 11 Years Old
Sargent Crab apple tree is a jewel amongst the many flowering bonsai. Where during cold weather, most of the trees may not perform well, crabapple bonsai being tolerant to cold weather remains one of the most popular of the flowering trees. It is a hardy, a spring star, a showy, bird attracting dwarf, suitable for most landscapes. It's ostentatious, clustered, white, fragrant, five-petaled blossoms bloom in early spring, even before the leaves show up and are later joined by green foliage. Crabapple bonsai tree bears fruit in summer and fall, its colors vary from purple-red to orange-yellow and some greens as well.
- 11 Years Old
- 11 Inches Tall
- Biological Name: Malus Sargenti
Crabapple Bonsai Care
Water: Sargent Crabapple Tree needs water regularly. Do not overwater the plant, but avoid letting the soil run dry.
Temperature: Sargenti enjoys full sun to partial shade. Keep it protected from sun during hot summer months
Pruning: Crabapple Bonsai does not require frequent pruning. If you have to prune, it should be done before July, as the flower buds start to form. Pruning Sargenti after the advisable time, may lead to reducing the flowering and fruiting for the season.
The Crabapple Bonsai tree is almost bare in the winters, dotted with fruits which survive the cold temperature. It is resistant to most disease and pests. It is a hardy, easy to care for and maintain.
Please note: During winters shipping of tender trees may have to be temporally delayed due to cold temperatures either in originating or its final destination. Tender trees subject to low, overnight temperatures below 30 degrees during transit may freeze and this may adversely impact the health of the tree. We will send a shipping notice once it is in transit so you know when to expect it
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Author's Note: This is Part II of this particular post. For How to Write Posts People Will Read (Part I) click here.
The Evolution of Search Engine Optimization
Alright, so you've written a great post, the most interesting article that anyone will ever read. You've taken the time to lay it out just so, picked your fonts carefully, adjusted your line height and margins perfectly. Now how the hell do you get people to get to your site? Let me tell you, it's tough.
The days of trying to scam google and other search engines are over.
A little history first… In the old days of SEO people would load their site with random keywords that they wanted to rank high on. They would cram them every place imaginable. If you've ever seen a "tag cloud" or a "geo block" you know what I'm talking about. Others would create entire fake blogs filled with keyword-laced pseudo-english posts. Then of course they would tack a link to the site they were actually trying to get traffic on. I'm sad to say people are still doing this. But…
The great news is this, the days of trying to scam google and other search engines (Yes, other search engines exist. I know this may come as a shock to you.) are over. Google is onto your little games. You know what Google really wants? Content. Relevant Content. If you want to rank highly for 17th century paintings then write about 17th century paintings. A lot. It's a novel idea, I know. But here's the thing Google's real end game is to provide the consumer with the content that is most relevant to what they were looking for. It's looking for good, quality articles. Gone are the days of keyword spamming; In fact, that can actually hurt you now.
A Basic Lesson in SEO
I've been doing this web design thing for a while now; most of my adult life actually. It's gotten to the point where I can no longer not build a site that is SEO optimized. First of all, why would I want to? Second, it's really not that hard. Seriously. If you know some basic html it's even easier. And if you know how to build a website from scratch it is unforgivable to not build it correctly. So, here are some quick tips to get you started:
- Page Position Matters: This one is pretty simple, the higher on the page an element is, the higher it's importance to search engines. Things that should be at the top of your page: Your name/Company Name, Navigation/Menu, and that's it. Maybe a phone number or address if you are trying to get conversions (phone calls and/or in-person visits). (side note: I realize it looks like I'm breaking my own rule with this site, but in my code everything in the sidebar over there is actually at the top. Nifty trick eh?)
- Links Are Important: Anything on your page that links anywhere is important in the eyes of a Search Engine. This means any external links to other websites as well as internal links that stay on your site. Ever wonder why there aren't many news articles that link to other blogs? It's because they don't want to give that other blog a boost in SEO.
- Backlinks Are Even More Important: Backlinks are links to your website from another website. When a Search Engine see these links it thinks, "Gee this site thinks Jeff-Putnam.com is a good authority on this subject, I should rank that site higher." So get your link out there. A good way to do that? Write good posts that other people will link to.
- Get Your Headers Sorted Out: In web design/development there is a built-in headline hierarchy. There are html tags for Headline 1 – Headline 6. Headline 1 or <h1> should always be your post title. Headline 2 or <h2> can be used as a section title. Headline 3, <h3> a sub-section title…. and so on and so forth. I rarely go lower than headline 3. Content in headlines is going to be more important that content in your paragraphs.
Get Out There and Promote!
The final nugget of knowledge I'll leave you with is this: If you want people to read your blog they need to be aware that it exists! As such, you need to become a social media mogul. You know those annoying people in your Facebook feed that post inane things constantly? You need to become that person. Hopefully your blog isn't inane though.
Limiting your reach to just Facebook isn't enough though. Post your blog on Twitter, Tumblr, Reddit… Hell, take a picture of it and post it on Instagram! More people seeing your social media sharing equals more possible visitors.
Another avenue to take is to let other blogs know that your blog exists. If they're willing to mention you then you can get a quick boost in visitors, especially if it is a well-known blog. In a similar vein, try posting on forums. Yes, they still exist. I was amazed to find out as well.
That's All Folks!
By no means is this the be-all and end-all post in relation to driving traffic to your blog, but it's a good overview. It's a jumping-off point. I'll probably write even more on this topic in the future. Maybe do an entire article on each of the sub-sections I laid out here. Basically, what I'm saying is, I'm tired of writing… So until next time!


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The Dead-end of Blame
I made a decision and I know that was how it had to be, and I did not blame anyone. —Czeslaw Milosz, "Yokimura" I. In the first years after our son's diagnosis, we attend only one autism conference. We're … Continue reading
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The Music of the Spheres
Colin, our son with autism, fell into crisis at his brother's birth—throwing more tantrums than ever, waking up at night, ignoring the usual comforts from us, and even refusing to eat. Such scenarios are common enough for children when new … Continue reading
What I Can Only Be Told
My parents tell me when I was an infant I didn't cry in the morning but waited quietly in my crib humming and playing with my toes until my parents arrived. On random Saturday mornings when my father didn't have … Continue reading
What the Sky Diver Knows
When we entered the neuropsychologist's office in January, 2004, our two-year old son, Colin, went straight to the crayons, puzzle pieces, marbles, board games, and colored wood blocks—moving from one object to the next, exploring the room, stopping only to … Continue reading
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One Boy's Way of Knowing
I won't skirt it—autism takes a whopping bite out of the natural sweetness of life—for both the one living inside it and the family living in its orbit. Autism also brings unexpected wonders. I'll admit, I felt the bite long … Continue reading
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Design. Create. Transform. We are HATLAB.
Search HAT People, Projects and Outputs
The HAT Global Innovation Network (GIN) Fund supports a global network of partners that aim to catalyse innovation on the HAT in their local territories.
I work closely with clients to design good experiences and interfaces for theirs users.
This paper sets out 11 principles of the HAT data ownership model as the basis for the legal, economic and technical engineering of personal data rights for individuals
HAT Community Foundation, HATDeX, HATLAB and HAT Accelerator respond to the government consultation on the Centre for Data Ethics and Innovation
HATLAB is the innovation space where new projects, MVPs, and pilots or proofs of concept are created before they go into the HAT live environment.
I am designing a methodology on the HAT using multimedia data which could serve for social sciences.
The DROPS project investigates the technology, business, economic and legal models of personalisation in a decentralised data economy.
I design security-focused system and application architectures. I also design semantics and common data vocabularies to ease data integration between systems with different data formats and languages.
Publication from TESCON project
I'm a lead UX/UI designer that specialises in working with innovative startups to design clear and simple user experiences across mobile apps and web interfaces
I design communications networks and communities. I'm always trying to bring professional networks and audiences closer together.
I design the HAT data rights. I investigate the mechanics of information flows within the legal and regulatory framework for complex cyber-physical products.
Shape Influence project develops the ability for the HAT platform to verify digital actions such as a HAT owner having tweeted or posted on social media.
I design Minimum Viable Products (MVPs), helping Startups build exciting products.
FOOD is a UKRI Network plus grant with a focus on IoT in the food industry, focusing on "farm-fork".
My focus is on value creation. I explore value streams, systems, supply chains and business models, that enable greater value to realised by a firms clients and hence bring mutual benefit to the firm.
Data from a wearable on heart rate and heart rate variability is already being collected via our proprietary hardware. This data from 50 students gives insights into stress (through HRV analysis alongside accelerometer data).
I design markets, economics models, ecosystems, incentives, platforms.
HARRIET was a research project from 2015-2017 conducted by Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG) in the University of Warwick.
PriVELT will address the two-sided challenges associated with offering a seamless and highly personalised end-to-end travel experience while balancing the privacy and security needs of leisure travellers.
I design modular processes for manufacturing and service organisations with emphasis placed on the integration and use of digital technologies to support these processes.
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Michael Jackson Is Dead
Yes, you read the title correctly; and no you didn't just wake up in 2009.
Many believe that Michael Jackson faked his death on June 25, 2009. But two and half years later it is difficult to see it still as some kind of hoax; or game.
Let us be honest here, for a while, no matter what your belief in the situation is and admit that dying has been good business for Michael Jackson and the whole Jackson family. According to the prosecution in the Conrad Murray case Michael Jackson would have made approximately $100 million. And since his death, up to June 2011, he, or his estate depending on your view, has earned over $1 billion.
So with profits like that it is no wonder Michael Jackson may have faked his death. But whether he did or did not is beside the point.
Looking at a couple of the theories that exist that suggest Michael Jackson faked his death; nothing adds up.
Death threats is one reason that is always thrown in to the pot as to why Michael Jackson may have faked his death. But that was two and a half years ago. If the threat hasn't gone by now it never will and therefore if he did fake his death he is never going to come out of hiding.
Witness Protection is another option that is always put out when considering Michael Jackson hoaxed his death. Two and a half years of protection for what? Witness protection is so you can testify against some major crime. That hasn't happened.
And the final option is that Michael Jackson faked his death to simply cash in and clear his debts. Well, if that is the case he better never come back because there is going to be a ton of pissed off people that would most likely mean his next death is not faked.
So, as I see it, and it is just my opinion, Whether Michael Jackson faked his death or not he may as well be dead because he is never coming back.
Labels: Cash, Comeback, Hoax, Hoax Death, Michael Jackson, Over
Christmas Is Here
Well, in actual fact it is just around the corner. And with that in mind is it time to start ending various things that are in the world.
Let us start with the fur trade. What sort of person really wants to wear the fur of an animal that was slaughtered just so they can get a nice fur lining on some piece of clothing? I mean, 50 years ago, the Nazis were making lampshades out of human skin and were classed as barbarians. What really gives mankind the right to slaughter an animal just for its fur? I mean the leather industry is fine - as McDonalds is going to make sure all the cows get killed any way so it is more of a by-product. But there is nobody eating an angora rabbit burger. Anyone seen wearing fur, fake or real, deserves to be covered in red paint.
Next; the Jehovah Witnesses. What the hell sort of Christian religion does not celebrate Christmas? Seriously, It is because Jesus was allegedly born in the Summer and therefore December is the wrong month. But does it matter if you celebrate the birth of the saviour of mankind in July or December? Surely as God-fearing Christians celebrating his son's birth is a good thing. These miserable bastards won't even celebrate their own birthday. Why not? Is it such a bad thing to celebrate Jehovah keeping you alive one more year? Even the Amish celebrate birthdays and them poor bastards have no electric, telephone, or television.
Movie remakes. Why? And who gets paid for these? It is not like anybody had to actually do any thinking. Just watch a movie from the seventies or eighties and shoot it again with different actors. But it isn't just that movie remakes are pointless; they are never as good as the original. The Omen, first created in 1976, and then remade in 2006 is a prime example of why movies should not be remade. The original was a horror based on atmosphere and suspense. The remake was an abortion in comparison; it totally lost the point of the original. A Nightmare On Elm Street is another great example. The original from 1984, starring Robert Englund, was a classic. Then in 2010 they remake it, without Robert Englund, without the wit and sarcasm of Freddy, and they just ruin it. They even spend nearly 15 minutes proving that Freddy was burned alive for being a pedophile. Nobody cares why Freddy was burned alive. It is not real; otherwise Freddy would of died in the fire.
Governments. What is the point? Governments do nothing but waste money and fuck things up. Looking at the U.S. you have two federal departments BCP (Border & Customs Patrol) and ICE (Immigration & Customs Enforcement) doing the same job by their department names. If BCP are patrolling the borders and doing customs surely they don't need ICE doing customs too? Its an overlap; it is a reason to throw money away. And by the media reports neither department is doing that great at what they are meant to be doing. If the government was a company that actually answered to shareholders and the like it would have been liquidated years ago. There is so much overlap in the U.S. government that nobody is doing anything because they all think someone else in a different department is doing their job. And it isn't just the U.S. government; the U.K. government is closing Unemployment Offices while unemployment rises. Shows just how much the government know, and care, when the people who need them get shafted. And then these politicians wonder why they only last 4 years in office.
People pretending to be homeless. And we are not talking about Homeless Dave who is a mere character. We are talking about the scum that go out on a daily basis pretending to be homeless and begging for cash from strangers. It is time for these fuckers to be arrested and charged for fraud. Because some people give to these fakes and then the real homeless people, the ones that really need help, miss out. These fake homeless people are worse than prostitutes; at least when you see a prostitute on the street you know she really is a prostitute and not some con artist who is only pretending to have sex for cash. And for those wondering you can usually tell the prostitutes by the way they walk - just imagine John Wayne.
Criminals. Nearly everyone at some time breaks the law. But you have a select that continually break the law and are in and out of jail and prison their whole life. There should be a cut-off point. Break the same law three times and you are executed in a public place while the public look on. Watch the crime rate drop.
Political correctness has to go. You can't say anything without offending someone. You can't say Merry Christmas because you may offend someone who doesn't celebrate. You cant say people are fucking stupid you have to be polite and say they are mentally challenged. Sorry, but if the worse thing that happens in your life is that someone says you are fucking stupid - your life will be fine without a bunch of soft bastards worried that someone may actually say what they think.
Christmas may be the season to be jolly but under no terms does it say it is the season we give up the right to think and say what we think.
I'm going to end this post with a famous Christmas quote: "Bah! Humbug."
Labels: Amish, Christmas, Homeless, Jehovah Witnesses, Movies, Political Correctness, Scrooge
Question Everything
If you were one of the few that started this long, long, journey back in 2009 you are 2 years in on a journey that may never end - kind of like a Mr Magoo Mystery tour.
But just because it may never end does not mean people should stop questioning things.
OK. That is the safe version over. So anyone easily offended may want to leave right now as it is about to go old school MJHDC.
What the fuck are some of these ignorant fuckers thinking? Following dumbass wannabe basement dwellers like mjviva on Twittter like they really are Michael Jackson; or when their story changes that they are in contact with Michael Jackson at the very least. And to avoid the whole retarded "mjviva never said they were MJ" shit from these dumb fucks that think mjviva is on the level I'll embed the video here with mjviva's tweets in it. So if you want to fucking complain that mjviva never said they were Michael Jackson - watch the video, go back read their fucking tweets and then decide if you want to look like a retarded abortion by defending the statement that "mjviva never said they were MJ".
As far as I am aware Katherine Jackson is not some mad scientist that has been cloning her children in the basement. How many fucking Michael Jacksons are people going to follow? Come on, there can only be one Michael Jackson.
I'm now going to name some people that you may or may not have heard of. These people were around at the beginning and may, or may not, still be investigating the hoax in their own way - AnnaK, Ghostie, Eternal, Tee, Souza, and many more. These people, along with countless others, put in the work at the beginning. Questioning every little detail. Questioning anyone who even hinted at knowing something. Tore apart every statement looking for the truth. Uncovered many details and many people claiming to be something they are not.
(Yes it pained me to include Souza. But in all seriousness her and Mo were damn good investigators in this whole hoax before they went off the rails. So credit where credit is due.)
But that was back then. Now is a bit different. Now people will believe anything and everything that some fuck throws their way. What has mjviva ever proven?
Did mjviva say they were Michael Jackson? Yes.
Did mjviva call the trial result? No.
Did mjviva say MJ would return in November or December? Yes.
Did mjviva then change that prediction to no comeback? Yes.
So over 1000 retarded waste of semen want to believe that shit and follow mjviva? Go ahead. But don't drag me into the same retarded world.
Do I believe? Sort of; there is some doubt. Do I want to be labeled a believer? Fuck no. Because to be honest, right now the believers are looking like a bunch of abortions with 1 brain cell shared among them. And the good news is that it is going to get worse and worse. Because any bored person who wants a bit of attention is going to pretend to be Michael Jackson on Twitter, Facebook, or Google+.
So in a few months time George W. Bush would leap over 300 burning believers to put Alex Jones out. And remember when that day comes you all created it by allowing.
But that is just a possibility. The future can be changed. Start questioning every little thing. Start asking people that are giving cryptic tweets to be clear. Make them answer clear 'yes or no' questions. If they won't answer with a clear answer, rather than the usual cryptic bullshit, you can pretty much guess they are hiding something - and it isn't Michael Jackson.
The vast majority I have seen involved in looking at the hoax have shown they are smarter, more intelligent, than the current state of the hoax. So now is either the time to prove it or go down in history as a bunch of delusional wastes of oxygen that spent months believing Michael Jackson was an egg.
But, and this is an important but, don't take my word for it. Go in the archives of MJ-Kit, the archives of MJHD, and other forums. See what was happening 2 years ago. And then you'll see why, whether people believe or not, the hoax is doomed on its current path.
Labels: Believe, Believers, Forum, future, Hoax, Hoax Death, Michael Jackson, mjviva
Open Source Software
"A method and philosophy for software licensing and distribution designed to encourage use and improvement of software written by volunteers by ensuring that anyone can copy the source code and modify it freely. The term 'open source' is now more widely used than the earlier term 'free software' (promoted by the Free Software Foundation) but has broadly the same meaning - free of distribution restrictions, not necessarily free of charge. There are various open source licenses available. Programmers can choose an appropriate license to use when distributing their programs." - The Free On-line Dictionary Of Computing
Whether you use Windows, Linux, or OSX Open Source software exists for almost anything you need to do with your computer. Creating a document or presentation - OpenOffice and LibreOffice have you covered there. Edit a photo or create a digital masterpiece - Gimp has you covered. Surf the web - Firefox and Chromium have your back. Need to edit an MP3 file - Audacity will sort you out. Need to boot your computer with an Operating System other than Windows - Ubuntu and OpenSUSE will have you running in no time.
So, without rattling Open Source software titles off without actually saying what they do, let me explain some of the vast Open Source software choices.
Operating System
Ubuntu - Possibly the most used Linux distribution for desktop and laptop computers. If you have ever installed Windows you can install Ubuntu. Its as easy as answering a few questions and then let it do its thing. (Linux)
OpenSUSE - An easy to use, fully loaded, Operating System. Again another easy install. (Linux)
Both Ubuntu and OpenSUSE come as a live CD; which means you can boot your computer from the live CD and test it without making any changes to your computer. If you like it install it. If you don't like it throw the CD away. But seriously what is not to like?
Another thing to mention is that Ubuntu and OpenSUSE are just two of many Linux distributions. The Live CD List website has a ton of information about all the live CDs that are out there to be tried.
Office Software
OpenOffice - Think of Microsoft Office now give it some features that Microsoft Office lacks. There you have OpenOffice. Database, Spreadsheet, Documents, and Diagrams it does it all. The only complaint I, personally, hear from people is that the layout is not the same as Microsoft Office. And to that the only answer is: "If you had never heard of Microsoft Office it wouldn't feel strange." Seriously, it is just laid out a bit different; but if you can use Microsoft Office you can use OpenOffice. It may just take a little bit of getting used to the menu and toolbar layouts if you previously used Microsoft Office. (Windows, Linux, Mac)
LibreOffice - Is actually a fork of OpenOffice (meaning they took the code of OpenOffice and improved it). What LibreOffice offers that OpenOffice doesn't is better handling of multimedia. (Windows, Linux, Mac)
As a sidenote there is some discussion about whether OpenOffice will remain Open Source or become Freeware (where the source code is not available). This discussion is due in part, if no wholly, because Oracle took over Sun. Personally, I have both installed as it is not like hard drives actually get full nowadays.
Graphic Software
GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program) - Think Photoshop. That is GIMP in a nutshell. Yes some of the features that everyone fell in love with in Photoshop are missing (such as grouped layers) but GIMP still gets the job done. Need to remove an ugly guest from a wedding photo GIMP can do it. Need to design a company logo GIMP can do it. Pretty much anything you can think of GIMP does. (Windows, Linux, Mac). And if you want the feel of Photoshop while using GIMP then take a look at GIMPshop which does exactly that. (Windows, Linux, Mac)
Inkscape - Similar to Adobe Illustrator. Graphic design using vector graphics rather than bitmap graphics - which basically means they are scalable (it can be 200 pixels or 20000 pixels and still be the same quality). Web graphics, technical diagrams, icons, creative art, logos, and maps - Inkscape will work for you. (Windows, Linux, Mac)
Web Browser Software
Firefox - The most popular browser at the moment. What you can you write about a web browser that has had everything written about it? Nothing; and according to statistics 38% of the people reading this are doing so in Firefox. (Windows, Linux, Mac)
Chromium - Is the web browser that Google Chrome is based on. In actual fact Chrome is 99.9% Chromium with rebranding and the auto-update feature. The big difference is that Chromium is Open Source and Chrome is not; which really isn't a big difference when you think about it. My personal reason for choosing Chromium over Chrome is I want to be in charge of when my software updates. (Windows, Linux, Mac)
Audio Software
Audacity - Software for recording and editing sound files. Audacity lets you mix, edit, and record sound files. Audacity also has a ton of effects (Change pitch, Remove static, hiss, hum, or other constant background noises, Alter frequencies with Equalization, FFT Filter, and Bass Boost effects, Adjust volumes with Compressor, Amplify, and Normalize effects, Echo, Phaser, Wahwah, Reverse). You can also load VST and LADSPA plugins. So get the Autotune plugin and who knows Audacity may make you the next Britney Spears or Justin Bieber. (Windows, Linux, Mac)
Video Software
VLC Media Player - Originally named VideoLAN Client - is a flexible media player. VLC plays all of the common media formats both video and audio - and plays your DVDs and today's popular DivX and MPEG4 movies. Most streaming media is supported as well including Windows Media (WMV) and QuickTime. (Windows, Linux, Mac)
Game Software
FlightGear - You'll fine a wide variety of aircraft from the Wright Brothers' first airplane to modern military jets and navigate using any major brand joystick or your mouse as a yoke. In addition, you can download the whole planet or squares off the website. You can program your own graphics, create airports, new aircraft and reprogram flight controls and response to suit your preferences. The game is limited only by your imagination. (Windows, Linux, Mac)
VDrift - Is a driving simulator that is definitely different. The core of the game is 'drift' racing, based on a recent racing movie and a single driving move that is next to impossible to pull off in the real world. Still, the game has simulation-grade driving physics that make it interesting, fun and challenging for most. (Windows, Linux, Mac)
That is just a small selection of the Open Source software that is available for Windows, Linux, and the Mac. There is so much more to discover in the Open Source community. A few links are:
osalt.com - Open Source as alternative
opensourcewindows.org - Open Source Windows
opensourcemac.org - Open Source Mac
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Monday: September 28, 2009
- Daily Grind: Calm
Name: Vin (aka shaggy)
How Vin feels today: Calm @ 1:18:00 PM
What Vin really wants today: Enjoy a quiet Monday at the office due to the holiday. Attempt to get a leg up on some upcoming work projects.
Music Stuck in Head: Nothing
...and it's kind of nice actually.
Stuff to do today:
- Convert some non-compatible iPod movies to compatibile versions with iTunes 9
- Converting... converting... converting...
- Holy crap, this is taking a long time
- Twiddle thumbs
- Start drawing up new DotComic strip for this week
- Note that season premier of Dexter was pretty good, creepy as always, but pretty good
- Thank Showtime for showing more than enough of John Lithgow for one week
- Post-rehab House should be interesting tonight as well
- Note that overall Fall television programming so far has been pretty entertaining
- Even Heroes was borderline decent
Friday: July 24, 2009
- Preview trailer for Season 4 of Dexter now online.
John Lithgow confirmed! Trailer (and Dexter in general) is not for the faint of heart.


text: New call to tax rich Hillary Clinton called Monday for a 4 percent "surcharge" on Americans making more than $5 million annually, the first of several proposals she plans to unveil this week aimed at ensuring the wealthy pay a higher effective tax rate than the middle class. "Right now we're behind and we have to get the wealthy and the corporations to pay their fair share," the Democratic presidential front-runner said at a campaign rally in Waterloo, Iowa. The measure would apply to annual income above $5 million, raising $150 billion over a decade, said a campaign official who asked not to be named. It would affect two out of every 10,000 taxpayers, the official said. Clinton has said a tax code that favors nurses and truck drivers over hedge fund managers could pay for job, infrastructure, and health research initiatives. Earlier this month she vowed to "go beyond" Warren Buffett's plan to set the minimum effective tax rate for those earning $1 million per year at 30 percent. The billionaire endorsed her in December. Clinton's surcharge proposal comes as her leading rival for the Democratic nomination, Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders, gathers strength in key early-state polls. He also wants to raise taxes on the wealthy and use the revenue to fund a range of proposals, including a single-payer health care system. Overseas, Clinton's "fair share surcharge" bears some similarity to a French measure introduced in 2011. The French version applies a 4 percent surcharge to incomes exceeding 500,000 euros, according to an analysis published last year by Ernst & Young LLP, which called such surcharges an "increasingly popular way for governments to extract additional revenue," particularly in Europe. French taxpayers earning from 250,000 to 500,000 euros pay a 3 percent surcharge. The Republican presidential field in the U.S., in contrast to the Democrats, is largely opposed to raising taxes. During a Monday speech in his home state, Florida Senator Marco Rubio charged that Clinton's "answer to every problem is to raise taxes and create a new government program," according to prepared remarks. And, he noted, some in the GOP—including Senators Ted Cruz and Rand Paul—back the introduction of a value-added tax. "It's not just her, or the avowed socialist running against her. Believe it or not, multiple Republican candidates for president support new taxes on the American people," he said. A rhetorical outlier: Front-runner Donald Trump, who said Saturday in Iowa, "Wall Street has caused tremendous problems for us. We're going to tax Wall Street." Jennifer Epstein with assistance from John Voskuhl in Washington ©2016 Bloomberg News SHARE


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Sanitation Salvage Archaeology In Empty Gulch
Author(s): Kenneth J. Feyhl
Year: 1966
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Finding Your Roots Oscar-winning actress Lupita Nyong'o ("12 Years a Slave"), NBA basketball star Carmelo Anthony and Republican strategist Ana Navarro learn about their ancestors during the Revolutionary War. 8 p.m. KOCE and KPBS
Fresh Off the Boat Louis (Randall Park) tries to make a romantic match between Grandma (Lucille Soong) and her teacher (guest star George Takei) in this new episode of the family comedy. 8:30 p.m. ABC
Bull Emmy winner Archie Panjabi guest stars as scientist enlisted by a drug company to help counter a claim raised by Bull's (Michael Weatherly) clients that their son's suicide was prompted by a drug being tested by the firm. Freddy Rodriguez, Geneva Carr, Christopher Jackson, Jaime Lee Kirchner and Annabelle Attanasio also star. 9 p.m. CBS
This Is Us Kevin's (Justin Hartley) old high school gives him an honor, while in flashbacks, Jack and Rebecca (Milo Ventimiglia, Mandy Moore) ponder their children's futures. Sterling K. Brown, Chrissy Metz, Susan Kelechi Watson and Chris Sullivan also star. 9 p.m. NBC
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The Mick Mickey (Kaitlin Olson) brings the family to the 100th birthday celebration of the kids' great-grandmother (guest star Judith Roberts). Concetta Tomei ("China Beach") also guest stars. 9 p.m. Fox
Major Crimes The search continues for the remaining missing kids, as Sharon (Mary McDonnell) finds her personal life threatening her career. G.W. Bailey and Tony Denison also star. 9 p.m. TNT
The Mayor The governor (guest star Tom Wilson) comes to town at the same time that one of Courtney's (Brandon Micheal Hall) old rap videos resurfaces. Wendy Raquel Robinson also guest stars. 9:30 p.m. ABC
Brooklyn Nine-Nine Vulture (guest star Dean Winters) strikes again, threatening to take something from Jake and Amy (Andy Samberg, Melissa Fumero), while Boyle and Rosa (Joe Lo Truglio, Stephanie Beatriz) search for the missing police horse known as Sergeant Peanut Butter. Andre Braugher and Terry Crews also star. 9:30 p.m. Fox
NCIS: New Orleans Guest star Christopher Mayer returns as Wade's (CCH Pounder) son, who needs Pride's (Scott Bakula) help after he's assaulted at the home of his girlfriend, who then disappears. 10 p.m. CBS
Law & Order True Crime: The Menendez Murders A hung jury in the brothers' first trial leads to a second — with Harry Hamlin ("L.A. Law") starring as defense attorney Barry Levin. Edie Falco and Mark Moses also star in the series finale. 10 p.m. NBC
Kevin (Probably) Saves the World Kevin (Jason Ritter) meets one of his heavenly counterparts (Will Sasso), and Yvette (Kimberly Hebert Gregory) has quite a time keeping watch over both of them at once. 10 p.m. ABC
American Horror Story: Cult The series ends its seventh season. 10 p.m. FX
The Long Road Home Capt. Troy Denomy (Jason Ritter) leads the first rescue team into Sadr City, where the Iraqi militia executes a well planned ambush. E.J. Bonilla and Michael Kelly also star. 10 p.m. National Geographic
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Steve Katy Mixon ("American Housewife"); chef Sunny Anderson. (N) 2 p.m. KNBC
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Sarawak Chief Minister Tan Sri Abdul Taib Mahmud said Penan communities in the state have greatly benefited from the generosity, cooperation and understanding of timber concessionaires in the state.
Penan watching 'development'. Location: Silat, Ulu Baram, Sarawak. Feb 2003
"There was time when our private sector (timber concessionaires) had to feed the Penans for months on end even though they were stopping the logs from being taken out from the timber concession areas," Taib said as reported in Borneo Post on Sunday.
Taib also said that it was not a common practice in the timber industry around the world to do such things.
"Only in Sarawak were there people (timber concessionaires) willing to look upon demonstrators humanely" added the Sarawak chief minister.
"Because of that there are reasons to forge partnership with the Penans and other communities in order to protect our forest.
"But we have to identify who our friends and enemies are and not to get their identities mix up," said Taib who is also Sarawak Forestry Corporation chairman.


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Read this tip to make your life smarter, better, faster and wiser. LifeTips is the place to go when you need to know about Baby Gift Tips and other Baby Shower topics.
There are plenty of tips out there for how to choose the best baby gifts, but let's talk about the gifts you should avoid giving. When a woman is pregnant for the first time, it is like an emotional roller coaster. She is very nervous and sensitive, so you want to be as supportive as possible. While you might think that "how to" or "parenting tips" books will be helpful, she could be completely insulted. She might think you do not have confidence in her as a new parent.
In addition to being emotional, pregnant woman are also very sensitive about their weight. Don't get her anything that has to do with weight-loss, like post partum workout videos or stretch mark creams. This will just make her feel even more self conscience.
Also, avoid anything that might embarrass her. Don't give her any breast feeding accessories, like nursing bras or breast pads. Even if you know she will be breastfeeding, these gifts can be uncomfortable to open in front of others.
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Case Study: Digital Clubhouse Network
The Writings On The Wall – Graphic Facilitation: Building Relationships and a New Multimedia Center.
How the Digital Clubhouse was born.
by Sean Griffin
We've all heard it before and perhaps now more than ever, "everything old is new again"; the same could be said for Graphic Facilitation.
Over 40,000 years ago, cave dwellers created wall paintings illustrating critical elements of their hunt for the great Wooly Mammoth. Cave dwellers understood that these drawings would allow them to visualize the vital steps needed to create their success prior to actually going out and gaining the sustenance needed to survive. Graphic Facilitation, is a creativity tool that elevates this ancient form of visual communication to new levels. Some have said that Graphic Facilitation is like an engine driving the generation of new ideas and strategies.
How Graphic Facilitation Works
Quite possibly, the greatest asset of Graphic Facilitation is its simplicity. Via the use of imagery, color, icons, distance, shapes and metaphor, Graphic Facilitation creates a cohesive visual representation of thoughts and ideas, illustrated in real-time, harvested from individuals participating in group meetings.
The result is the creation of what I like to call a "Modern Day Wall Painting."
Graphic Facilitation, however, is much more than just a way to present ideas and capture concepts. After 18 years of utilizing Graphic Facilitation involving more than 2,500 programs, I have discovered its true value extends beyond an ability to illustrate ideas in real-time. Perhaps more importantly, Graphic Facilitation has been shown to be an effective tool to enhance individuals' involvement and interest. Graphic Facilitation stimulates participants involved in group environments to contribute and expand their thinking by the illustration of their thoughts and ideas in real time on large pieces of butcher paper.
Boosting the creative thinking of participants is always a challenge in any environment. While there are many powerful techniques being employed by organizations all over the world, Graphic Facilitation has proven itself to be unequalled in its ability to tap the vein that motivates people to generate new and innovative ideas on just about any subject.
Boosting The Creative IQ
Integrating Graphic Facilitation into a traditional meeting setting creates non-traditional results by stimulating thinking and talking. Nuggets of hidden meaning become identifiable from the ideas illustrated during the discussion, frequently uncovering hidden keys – such as those that drive the success of marketing programs and product development.
One of the best ways to understand how organizations can benefit by utilizing Graphic Facilitation is to review a case history of the Digital Clubhouse Network, a community based multimedia digital learning center, targeting technologically disenfranchised consumer and business segments. The clubhouse was conceived, developed and refined through information obtained via extensive user group gatherings that employing visually driven programs. These Graphically Facilitated sessions lead to the development and refinement of The Digital Clubhouse Network business model. Here is the Digital Clubhouse story.
Case History: The Digital Clubhouse Network
In 1995, before the widespread acceptance of multimedia into virtually all segments of world culture, The NASA Ames Research Center, seed funded an ambitious endeavor to accelerate the development of networked multimedia technology and applications.
One of the primary outcomes of NASA's activities was The Digital Clubhouse Network – a new kind of digital learning center. The Digital Clubhouse Network was formed for the purpose of creating innovative ways of using the power of networked multimedia to develop stronger communities among consumer and business segments of the population who were technologically disenfranchised at that time – youth, seniors, teachers, women, the disabled and small business owners.
Envisioning The Future
These diverse segments were targeted based on the belief that they would gain the most from their full participation in a networked multimedia world. The use of Graphic Facilitation was instrumental in harvesting new knowledge from those in the target segments.
Specifically, the Graphically Facilitated programs were charged with the mission of obtaining concise and clear profiles of the complex relationships that exist between technology and human emotions and desires.
The research program consisted of several phases – initial intelligence gathering, assessment of potential offerings and refinements. Graphic Facilitation played a key role in each phase.
In the initial intelligence-gathering phase, some 25 Graphically Facilitated implemented mini focus groups (3-5 participants), focus groups (8-11 participants) and maxi focus group sessions (15-25 participants) across the diverse market segments being studied were conducted.
Output from these sessions included a series of Vision Murals representing real-time documentation of participants' thoughts, emotions and ideas. In essence, each mural represented the "detailed findings" harvested from each session.
Chuck Castellano, the senior NASA official assigned to oversee the program, said: "The use of Graphic Facilitation creates an environment where people feel heard, are able to listen to one another, and, in the moment, see a work of art unfold which reflects a shared vision and strong sense of community which they have created together."
The individual "detailed findings" murals illustrated during the 25 intelligence gathering sessions were summarized on one cohesive visual representation and action plan mural. Thereby, creating a "management summary" of the finding and recommendations.
Graphic Facilitation was the perfect vehicle to clearly and simply illustrate the complex thoughts and emotions obtained from the wide variety of constituencies.
Crossing The Digital Divide
During the second phase of the program – assessment of potential offerings – concepts and prototypes of specific new program ideas were developed and evaluated. Among the more than 50 new product ideas conceived and tested Producing the Producers, Webucation, Cousins of the Clubhouse, Project DigitallyAbled, and Youth Enterprise Zone are examples of those that were eventually introduced.
Once again, Graphic Facilitation played a critical role in the evaluation of each potential offering. Specifically, new product offerings "visions" were visually presented via Vision Murals that were displayed to participants. These "Vision Murals" provided all the information that would have been typically written in an executive summary or presented via a PowerPoint. The Vision Murals answered the questions of: What? Why? and How? for each potential program. The murals were used as stimuli during the sessions.
Development of Groundbreaking New Product Ideas
One of the cornerstones of the Digital Clubhouse Network is the building of community via the expansion of the digital and Internet knowledge and skills acquired at the Clubhouse. Towards that end, those participating in the program are required to teach others the networked multimedia skills they acquired at the Clubhouse.
Producing the Producers was designed to provide ordinary people with an opportunity to see themselves as filmmakers, visionaries, and technologists. Participants in this program included cross-generational groups – seniors, teachers, youth, women, and the "Differently-Abled" a term I coined during the creation of the Digital Clubhouse to better represent the people with disabilities. The program empowered participants to produce, write, direct and star in a short digital autobiographic movie. People opened their hearts and their photo albums to create short multimedia documentary style digital stories depicting important events in their lives. In the words of many involved, the result of this program is "magical."
During the refinement of the Producing the Producers program "beta tests" were run. These tests allowed individuals to actually produce their digital stories. Before completing their stories, beta testers participated in a Process Art lead group discussion to share ideas and emotions about their experience. This learning process supported the development and refinement of the program as well as identifying new opportunities.
One of the favorite programs I was able to develop through Graphic Facilitation is Project DigitallyAbled. A program targeting "Differently-Abled" individuals, this program included elementary school aged children with Down Syndrome, young adults with severe physical disabilities, adults with MS, the hearing and or sight impaired, as well as Dyslexics. The objective of this program was to equip these individuals with the skills necessary to effectively participate in the mainstream of the emerging Digital Age. An example of a successful application of this program was the creation of a "digital resume," designed to enhance employment opportunities.
Reflecting back on what has been created, it was a uniquely rewarding experience to have been part of and contribute to the creation of The Digital Clubhouse Network. Today, standing the test of time, almost fifteen years since the first initial Graphically Facilitated implemented user groups were undertaken, branches of the Digital Clubhouse Network continue operating. You can find a Digital Clubhouse at 55 Broad Street in the Financial District of Lower Manhattan and in the Heart of Silicon Valley at the History Park of San Jose, California.
To this day, The Clubhouse remains true to its original purpose and charter of building community and serving the needs of individuals taking part in its programs and services. Many of which were initially developed from the information and insight harvested from the Graphically Facilitated user group and strategic planning programs conducted during the start-up phase in 1995 – 1997.
A New Way of Thinking
One of our prime objectives in writing this article is to share my experiences with as many people as possible. The benefits of Graphic Facilitation that I share have been learned from projects conducted on behalf of Corporations, Universities, Governmental Agencies, Entrepreneurs, Not-for-profit organizations, as well as marketers and strategists. Moreover, personal experiences gained as a result of graphically facilitating thousands of programs provides me with a unique vantage point.
Breaking Out of The Box
Graphic Facilitation is powerful. I believe it can be a valuable enhancement to any group gathering or meeting environment. If you do not feel comfortable Graphically Facilitating yourself, there are a handful of professional graphic facilitators who are skilled and experienced.
At the same time, do not dismiss Graphic Facilitation because you "can't draw a straight line." Remember, it was Picasso who said, "We are all born artists the challenge is staying one." A few simple and easily learned icons, some straightforward templates, a large piece of paper and a pallet of colored magic markers (I prefer scented markers, for that extra kick of creativity) can add a great deal of creative power and effectiveness to your next meeting.
Like I always say during the introduction warm-up of any Graphically Facilitated sessions: "I promise you three things. You'll have a good time. You've never seen anything like this before. And, you know more than you know you know!"


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Monday, December 8, 2008
How I spent my weekend
Posted by Alyssa's Mom at 10:07 AM
8 comments:
- Accidental Mommy said...
It looks like you guys had a blast! Great tree too!
I want to do cookies with my kids but I don't know if it will work out, they are having a tough time.
I am happy for you and your family. Thanks for sharing :-)
- December 8, 2008 at 11:29 AM
- Dinah said...
- December 8, 2008 at 12:25 PM
- Lisa said...
What great fun!
I LOVE the pic of Alyssa!!!!
- December 8, 2008 at 4:42 PM
- Story of our Life said...
Looks like fun to me. Not sure if you are a Wisconsin-ite or not..but if you are it was mighty cold last weekend!!
I remember all too well last year at this time doing the same thing. This year we opted for a "fake" tree...
- December 12, 2008 at 12:13 PM
- Brenda said...
Yummm. Cute Christmas cookies! You've had quite a bit os snow!
- December 12, 2008 at 8:34 PM
- Lisa said...
Ok...Gerri...don't you think it's time to check in???? I've missed you here and on my blog.
- December 18, 2008 at 5:05 PM
- FaerieMama said...
OMG...FUN! The photos are awesome!
- December 19, 2008 at 5:38 PM
- Rick said...
Hey A's Mom! I've started my annual giveaway over at my blog. Please popl over for a chance to win something. I would be honored if you did.
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From The Sun Oct. 30-Nov. 5, 1844
Oct. 31: On Tuesday, the steamer Joh Jay, having in tow eight canal boats, started from Havre de Grace to Chesapeake City. When near Spetulia Island, the machinery became disarranged by the breaking of a rod, rendering her unable to proceed.
Nov. 4: The Black Tongue -- This dangerous disease has appeared in the neighborhood of Cincinnati, and caused a number of deaths.