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Our Health Providers
George Zdravkov M.D. (Bulgaria), D.Sc./ L.Ac.
- Bulgaria: Medical University (MD), Residency in Neurology and Sub-specialty in Radiology.
- USA: Midwest College of Oriental Medicine (Racine, Wisconsin); Harvard AcupunctureChina: Longhua Hospital, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2014.
- Sri Lanka: Doctor of Science & Visiting Professor in the Open International University of Complimentary Medicine.
Fascinated by the potential of complementary medicine, he has been fusing Eastern and Western medical modalities in treating patients for over 20 years. Utilizing his personal research and bioenergy diagnostics, Dr. Zdravkov has published four books and seven articles focusing on fundamental theories in traditional Chinese medicine, as well as on the connection between traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine. His latest book, Qigong Hand Diagnostics: The Method of Bioenergetic Diagnostics will be available on Amazon.com in 2018.
Dimitrina Vizinas, DO
- Specialties: Board Certified in Family Medicine.
- Interests: Functional Medicine, Nutrition, Medical Acupuncture.
- Bachelors: Loyola University Chicago, Dual Bachelors in Biology and Psychology.
- Doctorate: Midwestern University/Chicago College of Osteopathic medicine.
- Residency & Chief: Advocate Lutheran General Hospital/Family Medicine.
- Fellowship: University of Arizona/Integrative Medicine Fellowship.
- Fellowship: IFM/ Functional Medicine Fellowship.
- Homeopathy Training: CEDH.
- Medical Acupuncture: HELMs Institute.
Dr. Vizinas has worked diligently over the years to expand her medical knowledge. She firmly believes that the power to heal lies within everyone but it sometimes just needs a little nudge. She works with her clients to create comprehensive and personalized healing plans to the utmost detail. When she is not immersed in further training or patient care, you will find her spending time with her family.
Our Supporting Staff
Vania Zdravkova, Office Manager & Front Desk
Vania oversees all activity in the office, from coordinating patient care to the finest details of our office operations. Vania's contributions to the practice and success of The Center for Integrative Medicine are invaluable.
Marylu Simental, Front Desk, Staff & Billing Supervisor
Marylu is an expert in patient and staff relations. Her expertise in billing and insurance policies allows us to provide a comprehensive array of affordable services to both insurance and self-pay patients. Marylu's patience and peaceful energy is essential to everyone in the practice.
Teodora, Imaging Services & Staff Support
Teodora is a cheerful team-member who can be seen wearing many hats on a day to day basis. She is a skillful Imaging Technician and is in charge of Thermography and Ultrasound services. In addition, she assists all our operations from in-office laboratory services to Front Desk tasks.
Ilona, Phlebotomist
Celeste is an exceptionally skilled phlebotomist. Not only is she proficient in the run-of-the mill standard of care testing, but she has an advanced training in Functional medicine testing. She easily works with pediatric and adult patients. Celeste strives to provide personal and efficient care to all of our patients.
Staff In Training
Our Clinic is a learning site for health providers of all paths. New faces are always welcome:
Araceli (Front Assistant): Monika is currently training as our Medical Receptionist. She has an excellent background in customer relations & is always happy to work with everyone.
Monica (Dr Vizinas's Assistant): Monika is a skilled phlebotomist who strives to achieve excellence in everything she undertakes. Her gentle compassion and desire to help all in health and happiness healthy have steered her out of lab to currently train as Dr. Vizinas' Lead Assistant.
Resident Physicians: Our Center is a learning site for the Family Medicine Department of Advocate Lutheran General Hospital. Resident Physicians rotate in our center for approximately 4 weeks at a time and use this opportunity to experience a window in the world of Integrative Medicine.


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Today I was thinking back to those first days at home after my latest downsizing, I remember a feeling of exhilaration at the possibilities of moving forward on my back-burner projects. I knew I'd have to balance job search activities with getting to the backlog of things that had been building while I'd been employed. The tempest of ideas swirling upstairs was nearly overwhelming. I needed a plan. I sat down with a sheet of paper and started listing my ideas.
At last, the mess of ideas was there: Documented, saved, I wouldn't forget those things. The next step was organizing and ordering. I knew I'd need to bounce between different tasks and not try to concentrate on doing each thing one at a time. The idea was to incrementally move along on several fronts. I came up with a few top level categories to bounce between:
- Job Search Activities
- New Skill Training
- Tech Projects
- Home Chores / Maintenance
- Yard Chores / Maintenance
- Computer Tasks
- Car Maintenance
- Shopping
- Errands
- Appointments
- Creative Projects
- Scouts
- Fun
- Books/Music/Movies to check out
Then I started prioritizing the sub-tasks. At that point I realized I'd benefit from some kind of organizational productivity software.
I'd previously used Excel for this kind of list, but that seemed cumbersome. Especially with prioritization. I was concerned with losing tasks during cut/paste or blendering columns during sorts. I wanted to be able to check off the list items on my cell phone while shopping, or look at the list while away from home. Google documents was a possibility in that sense, but still cumbersome.
I eventually found out about Todoist. I'm using their free version to keep and organize my lists. I like the Google cloud storage for the lists, the easy way to check off what's been completed, and the intuitive reordering.
[5/26/19 Edit: I've now heard of Trello (through the comments below) and have started using it. It's a little more complicated, but seems to handle teamwork a little better.]
I still use a good old composition notebook for working out my daily list of tasks and priorities, but Todoist holds the master list. The notebook also gives me a place to quickly work out some ideas before they get put into Todoist.
Today, I'm getting ready to start a new job adventure. Checking to see if I have anything to finish before I start next week. I'm also working out how to re-organize our family day and meal plans. I'm feeling a little overwhelmed at having not finished everything I carefully jotted down in those early days of the "break", but I'm also realizing that through that organization, I've accomplished a lot along the way.
Have you found any super-useful list management software? Please share it with us.

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Two-way loudspeaker project Pharaoh
The idea of a two-way loudspeaker with a low crossover point, a serious bass potential and an uncompromising frequency bands joining has not given rest to anyone for a long time. It would very much like to achieve the three-way speaker scale from a two-way one in a more compact size, while preserving the features of a two-way speaker as an excellent spatial sound picture and a lower cost.
With the advent of modern high-quality speakers that push the boundaries of the capabilities of modern two-way systems, namely the Satori MW19P-4 and BlieSMa T34A-4, dreams begin to take on reality.
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Just 16 dealerships were distinguished this year as 2018 Audi Magna Society Elite winners, and Audi Devon is the only dealership in both Pennsylvania and the entire Mid-Atlantic to have been awarded this superior distinction. We're proud to have won this prestigious award, and we'll keep giving our customers and community the best experience Audi has to offer.
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Emily gains Gold DofE Award!
Congratulations to Embley pupil Emily who has just achieved a Gold Duke of Edinburgh's (DofE) Award and will receive the award at Buckingham Palace.Read More
We are hosting our annual Teaching and Learning Conference on 27 June 2020. The theme of the conference is 'leadership at every level', with a focus on linking expertise in teaching, leadership and educational research to improving teaching and learning practice. Click here to find out more.
A Level student (2016-18)
"Being part of the British Youth Sailing Team, I had high and low moments whilst trying to juggle school with my sailing commitments. However the support from the teachers has been outstanding and I couldn't have asked for more. The Nightingale Lectures enable you to meet new people and be comfortable within your own skin. The Sixth Form at Embley has been amazing."
Hattie achieved A*AB in her A Levels and will study Ship Science at the University of Southampton.
Year 5
"I love this school because there are so many things to do – we cover lots of interesting topics in class and there are many sports and activities to try. All of the teachers are really caring and my friends are kind, playful and funny. I have an amazing Form Teacher who always encourages me to try new things and reach my personal targets."
Head Girl (2017-18)
"A lot of people remember those couple of teachers from their time at school, admittedly for good or bad reasons but I can say without a doubt that the teachers and students here had the most positive effect on both our lives and we will forever be thankful to the school and the people for their support throughout our time."
International Boarding Student
"From the first day I arrived, I was made to feel at home. The teachers and students are really supportive and I find my daily personal tutor meetings really beneficial. I've had experiences that I would otherwise not have had back in Italy; the school has provided plenty of opportunities to take part in different study and enrichment activities which have helped me consider my future career options."
Congratulations to Embley pupil Emily who has just achieved a Gold Duke of Edinburgh's (DofE) Award and will receive the award at Buckingham Palace.Read More
The Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park was the destination for our GCSE students' Geography field trip.Read More
'Fractals' were the topic of the latest Royal Institution Primary Mathematics Masterclass delivered by Embley A Level students.Read More


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Back in November, I told you about Glue. Then in January, I told you about SmartLinks. Well today is a special day. Glue has come out with a new updated version that is so much better than before if you can believe that! It is more interactive and keeps Glue as a valuable tool through out your book or other browsing from site to site.
About Glue
Glue is a contextual network that uses semantic technology to automatically connect people around everyday things - books, music, movies, stars, artists, stocks, wine, restaurants and more.
Glue appears on popular sites like Amazon, Last.fm, Netflix, Yahoo! Finance, Wine.com, Citysearch and many more, revealing friends and other Glue users who visited the same thing around the web.
- Glue connects in a smarter way: Finding out what friends think of the books, music, and movies that you visit is work. Logging into social networks, checking emails, and sending IMs - require leaving the page. Glue removes this friction by surfacing the social network in context.
- Glue builds the network automatically: Users participate in the network simply by browsing their favorite sites around the web - without changing their habits. Also, Glue enables users to leverage their existing Facebook and Twitter social graphs.
- Glue enables networking around popular sites: Glue is decentralized and distributed across popular sites. It does not matter when or where the users visit things, Glue automatically connects them. There is no destination site, the network is always in the user's context across the web.
New in This Release
- Connected Conversations: Glue enables web wide contextual conversations around books, movies, music and other everyday things. Now users can discuss the things they like with their friends regardless of which sites they all visit.
- Smart Recommendations: Glue automatically aggregates friends activity from across the web so that users can instantly see what books, music, and movies their friends like the most. Simply by using Glue, users implicitly recommend things to their friends and benefit from friends recommendations.
- Web Wide Top Lists: Glue features web wide top lists of popular books, music, movies and other everyday things. These lists are calculated based on the aggregate weekly activity of all Glue users. The lists reveal what things users are paying attention to as they browse the web.
Glue: Likes, Comments, and Replies from AdaptiveBlue on Vimeo.
Glue FAQ
1. What things/sites does Glue work on?
This release of Glue automatically recognizes books, movies, music, artists, stars, stocks, restaurants and wine on hundreds of popular sites around the web. Glue works on Amazon, Netflix, Last.fm, Rhapsody, IMDB, Google Finance, Citysearch, Wine.com just to name a few. Here is a full list of Glue supported sites.
2. How does Glue recognize things?
Glue uses top-down semantic recognition technology to identify everyday things in pages around the web. A mix of client-side and server-side algorithms are used to create a unique key that correlates, for example, a book on Amazon as the same book on Barnes and Noble and other book sites. Using this approach Glue rewires the web of pages into the web of things and facilitates a new way for people to connect.
3. How does Glue handle privacy and data security?
AdaptiveBlue is committed to privacy and puts the users in control of their data. Glue only focuses on things like books, music and movies, it is not active on other pages. The user information is stored securely using Amazon S3 and SimpleDB - popular and trusted Amazon Web Services. The users own their information and are able, at any time, to delete it from the system. AdaptiveBlue does not sell personal or aggregate information about the system. For more on this topic, please visit our Privacy Policy page.
4. How does Glue leverage the existing Social Graph?
Glue enable users to automatically connect with their Twitter and Facebook friends. The user can choose to automatically sync her friends from other social networks. So when new friend joins Glue or new relationship is created on Facebook or Twitter there is a mirror relationship in Glue.
I am excited, because now for example my friend Lindsey can leave her 2 cents on Glue on a book and then I can comment on her comment. I think it's great and it really brings us together more on items. The websites that I use that I frequent with Glue are: Netflix, Goodreads, Twitter, my blog, other blogs with Glue added, Facebook, Amazon, Borders, Barnes and Noble, and a couple others.
Glue is definitely an enjoyable part of my book organization online. I would hate to have to book blog without it.
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In an unnamed city in an unnamed state somewhere in America's"rust belt", two men meet. Mark, an overmodest young carpenter, comes to the aid of Ben, an overconfident reporter for the city's newspaper; soon Mark finds himself drawn into the crime and vice of local politics while simultaneously, unwillingly, falling in love with Ben. Comics Volumes One and Two of this serialized webcomic, plus bonus short stories, are now complete! Volume Three is updated regularly every Friday. The newest page is HERE. Links. Kyle & Atticus. Hello hello everyone, how are you?
I hope you are well. I'm making a post I probably should have made a few months ago, but things have been busy and weird and I only finally thought to do it now. The short of the long is: Kyle & Atticus is on hiatus. Though hopefully for only a little while longer! The back end of 2013 has swamped me- a lot came up very quickly (some of it very unexpected and entirely unplanned for) and though I am still committed to Kyle & Atticus (and plan to resume it in the new year) I still have a little bit more to shuffle off my plate before I can return to it. However that doesn't mean I haven't been working! I also began (and am now in the process of finalizing the contributor lineup) Beyond, a queer sci-fi/fantasy comic anthology that I am co-editing with Rachel Edidin.
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Unfortunately, I need to clean out my craft room as I need to down size from my current spot to a room with a lot less storage area.
All of the stamps come from a smoke-free environment and I have stored them all on the GKD binder sheets in either plastic or one of the binder boxes. Most of the stamps have been used very little. The categories below are as follows:
The prices listed below include postage (US shipping). If interested in any of the stamp sets please send me a "friend" request so that we can send private messages.
Thank you in advance for considering a purchase.
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I am very interested in the holiday frame fillers and the fabulous frame fillers sets. I am looking at others too, I just don't know what they look like by the name!
I would also like the wishing you joy set and enjoy the journey set. thanks!
I just sent you a friend request. Let me know which stamps sets that you want and we can arrange to for payment and shipment.
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I would also like the wishing you joy set and enjoy the journey set. thanks!
I have updated the list with the stamp sets that are in the process of being sold.
Let me know if there is one that you like in particular.
Please put me down for Petite Boarders and Signs of Spring!
Hiya Susan! Just wanted to let you know that we moved this to the Buy/Sell/Trade forum...in case you got to looking for it and couldnt find lol.!
Thanks Cat.
This was the first time that I actually created a new thread and didn't know that you exactly where to place it.
Was I suppose to send my email address along with a friend request.
I would like to buy
A year of flowers, stately flowers 4 dogwood and butterflies.
I have sent a friend request but not sure how this works. Please let me know how to proceed.
Thank you. Have a great day
Received y stamps today Susan. They are in beautiful shape and I'm very excited to have them.
Thank you. Hope work slows down for you.
This is Susan. A friend of mine took the stamps to try and sell. If you let me know which ones you are interested in, I can check to see if they are still available, but I won't be able to let you know until sometime next week.
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PriceWaterhouseCooper estimates that A.I. will add $15.7 trillion to the world economy by 2030. IBM predicts that blockchain technology's contribution will have reached $3.1 trillion by then.
"Artificial intelligence (AI) is the simulation of human intelligence processes by machines, especially computer systems"
"A blockchain is a decentralized, distributed and public digital ledger that is used to record transactions across many computers so that any involved record cannot be altered retroactively, without the alteration of all subsequent blocks."
Clearly, both technologies have the potential to be extremely valuable on their own. But teven more intriguing is their convergence.
Today, A.I. is a limited technology in its infancy. The hope is that that blockchains can speed up its development, making Aasimov-style robots a reality and helping usher in Industry 4.0.
In this article, we'll look at why today's A.I.s are limited; how blockchain technology can help improve them; what the far-reaching implications are. We'll start with...
3 Problems that Limit Modern A.Is
Today, artificial intelligence suffers from several straightforward but hard-to-solve problems.
1. The black box problem
Modern A.I.s rely on multiple sophisticated algorithms working in tandem to create "intelligence". These systems are so complicated that humans cannot readily understand nor edit them. If an A.I. learns to make mistakes, there's little we can do but roll it back. This is the black box problem.
2. Insufficient/unreliable data
Artificial intelligence uses data to predict future results. This creates opportunities for intentional or accidental bias. For example, one A.I. that analyzed hundreds of thousands of articles "learned" to view the words victim and woman as synonyms despite getting plenty of data. This is problem #2.
3. Overfitting
This problem overlaps with the previous one. When machines get too much data, they can create oversimplified, erroneous predictive models. In mathematical terms, this means A.I.s have a tendency to overlook outlying, off-the-curve data points.
All told, the current generation of intelligent machines is limited to making simple, straightforward predictions.
One example is "Siri" or "Cortana" predicting what you said based on millions of previous recordings. This is a cool, useful feature - but not true intelligence.
The hope is that in the near future, A.I.s advance to a point where they can do 2 things.
First, display their inner workings in a way that allows for easy human understanding and editing. Second, gain the ability to self-educate, eliminating problems that stem from overfitting and poor or unreliable data.
Once we get to this point - often called A.I 2.0 - it will be a (fairly) short leap to Aasimov's robots: intelligent machines that can not only learn effectively and independently, but create new A.Is and algorithms that go beyond current capabilities.
The question is, how can blockchain technology help solve the above problems in the coming years? Will blockchains help us get to A.I 2.0 and beyond, and if so, how?
How Blockchain Technology can Help Us Improve Machine Intelligence
A blockchain is an immutable ledger shared by multiple parties via a distributed network. Put more simply, a blockchain is a way for people and machines who don't know each other to share records of all past events using a decentralized database.
At first glance, blockchain technology can seem completely divorced from A.I. tech. One works to make accurate predictions by centralizing and analyzing vast amounts of data; the other focuses on decentralization.
But consider this. Vitalik Buterin, the brain behind Ethereum, envisioned a "World Computer" when creating his blockchain.
His ambition was to build a Turing-complete language that could simultaneously run on millions or tens of millions of machines simultaneously.
When you look at blockchains from this angle, their applications for A.I become readily apparent. We may not see Vitalik's dream come to fruition in the near future - but blockchains can certainly help solve some of A.I's problems. Here's how.
Blockchains and the Black Box Problem
Blockchains don't necessarily reveal the inner workings of a complex A.I. They do, however, give A.I systems immutable and transparent records. These can help humans and machines see how each specific A.I. decision was made, helping operators pinpoint instances where they need to get involved - and highlighting problematic decision trees that need to be fixed.
Blockchains and Data Reliability
Blockchains help improve data accuracy in two ways.
First, by giving other blockchain agents a clear audit trail that helps A.I bots know who to trust and distrust. Second, by feeding machines more data than they could find in a centralized system.
In both cases, data quality and quantity improve, reducing the likelihood of mistakes and speeding up machine learning. Taken to an extreme, blockchains can help power next-gen A.I applications like warm robotics with vast numbers of agents acting in concert in real-time. (This is something Asimov envisioned in his writing.)
Blockchains and Overfitting
Overfitting is one of the biggest problems in machine learning. Blockchains can help solve it by disincentivizing instances of overfitting as well as the decision trees that lead to them.
For example, imagine that an A.I makes a future prediction based on live data. If the prediction is right, we can use staking mechanisms to drive similar decisions. If the prediction is wrong (due to overfitting), we can downgrade the A.I that failed to make correct predictions. Eventually, we will end up with a more nuanced predictive model that helps us beat overfitting.
In 1964, Isaac Asimov predicted that "robots will neither be common nor very good in 2014". This was true 4 years ago, and it still holds today - both for A.Is and physical robots.
It's unrealistic to expect that blockchains are going to come in and solve all of A.I's current problems. Having said that, immutable, decentralized ledgers can certainly help with overfitting, data errors and the black box problem. We may not see a (beneficent) SkyNet or an Asimov-style world where robots do most of the work. But even from where we stand today, it's clear that blockchains powered by thousands or millions of machines certainly raise the ceiling for where A.I tech can go in the next decade.
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text: Angela (Green) Coccarelli, age 41, of Center Road, Fredonia, NY, died Saturday, January 13, 2018 at UPMC-Hamot Medical Center of Erie, PA following a recent illness. Angela was born on January 31, 1976 in Jamestown, NY, a daughter of the late Emra "Emery" Green and Sena (Elder) Green Houser of South Dayton, NY. She attended Ripley Schools and had lived in Clarion PA, where she finished her high school Diploma. She had a strong love for animals, was an excellent amateur cosmetologist, an accomplished cook, and was a proud homemaker in every sense of the word. She could fix almost anything, was handy at construction and had the gift of being an artist. There was never a day that went by that she didn't ask about, or talk about her beloved children; they were everything to her. They made her proud. In addition to her mother Sena (Elder) Houser and her husband Ronald of South Dayton, Angela is survived by her two sons, Valentino R. Coccarelli, III and Anthony Joseph Coccarelli both of Titusville, PA, as well as her loving companion, Michael J. Restivo, with whom she made her home. Angela is further survived by her six siblings, Melanie Green of Silver Creek, NY, Stephanie Green of Titusville, PA, Matthew Green of South Dayton, NY, Amanda Deatherage of Ripley, NY, Emily Green of Mayville, NY, Douglas Green of Nickelville PA, and her feline companion "Chieftain". Angela was preceded in death by her father Emra "Emery" Green and by her grandparents. Friends may call on Wednesday, January 17, 2018 from 12 noon until 3 PM at the MASON Funeral Home, 37 Clinton Street, Westfield, NY, and are invited to attend the Funeral Services there at 3 PM with Rev. Daniel Fiebelkorn officiating. Memorials may be made to Angela's family. Please mail contributions to Melanie Green & Michael Restivo, PO BOX 95, Silver Creek, NY 14136. Log on to www.masonfuneral.com to send Angela's family a message of sympathy, to light a Memorial Candle or for further information. She attended Ripley Schools, had lived in Clarion PA where she finished her high school diploma, She had a strong love for animals and was an excellent amateur cosmotologist, was an excellant cook, and was a proud homemaker in every sence of the word. She could fix almost anything and had the gify of being an artist. There wasn't a day that went by that she didnt ask about or talk about her beloved children; they were everything to her. She is further survived by her feline companion "Chieftan"


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I couldn't dream of living in a better place. The neighbors are incredible; the kind that bake you cookies, help find your purse or track down your runaway dog. Everyone waves, it is a suburban paradise. The neighborhood was built on the edge of a small town, so it borders the country. There happens to be a buffalo ranch which backs up to the development, and most who live in it have up-close "buffie" views. The lady who owns the ranch is also one of the sweetest people ever. Go in for some buffalo, come out with friendly stories, recipes, and hairdresser recommendations.
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We would like to invite you to join the Jesuits worldwide in commemorating the restoration of the Society of Jesus which took place in 1814.
A Thanksgiving Mass will be celebrated on May 1stA Conference and book launch to mark the event will be held on May 2ndAll are invited.You may view more details and the full programme of events here.
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Here's the latest video clip from UGK off the latest alblum UGK4LIFE – Go cop, if you want/ can
The alblum is consistently bawdy and a good alblum generally, but feels like a cut-out or bonus disc for some strange reason
There's alot of the usual subject matter on UGK4LIFE [Bun B box ticking I'd say]; Pimpin, Wood Grain, Pussy, Dick, Drugs, Sippin & Substance Abuse et cet. Shame we didnt get to hear Bun in socio-political-mode for a change.
There are cuts that sound like unfunny Devin – Swishas and Erb ft Sleepy Brown, one where Pimp felt it was important to get across his views about hirsute ladies – Harry Asshole [no, not a 'hairy' typo] as well as a truly unnecessary Akon addition, nooch.
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Halloween DIY's are one of my all-time favorite things! Today I want to share with you my Spooky DIY Eyeball Terrarium. Every time I see it "I always feel like… somebody's watching me" … ten points if you can name that tune! lol This DIY is easy to make and it won't break the bank.
I know that some DIY's can get expensive! Especially when you have to buy everything to make them. But, this one was right under $20 to make.
Let's get started!
There are more DIYs at the end of this blog post that you don't want to miss! A huge thanks to Krista of The Happy Housie for hosting this Seasonal Simplicity Fall Series!
Spooky DIY Eyeball Terrarium
1. Paint the round wood plaque and skewers with the black acrylic paint (I used ten skewers).
2. Paint the ping pong balls white with the acrylic paint. The dollar store ping pong balls already had an eyeball on them, but I wanted the ball a brighter white for a real effect. Let them dry completely and paint another coat on.
3. While the eyeballs are drying cut 1 inch thick pieces of the floral foam and hot glue it to the middle of the round wood plaque. Make sure it's an inch smaller than the glass vase, that way the vase is able to go over it.
4. Hot glue a thick layer of moss, covering up the floral foam.
5. Once the ping pong balls are dry start drawing the eye (check the tutorial below for detailed step by step).
6. Cut the skewers in different sizes. Start by measuring the tallest one and cut down from that. You want to make different heights for the eyeballs.
7. Once your eyeballs are dry, poke a small hole on the bottom and place the black painted skewers in them. Once you have the black skewers on start arranging them on the moss.
8. Place the glass vase over it and you are done!
Have a Spooktacular day and don't forget to check out MORE Halloween DIY ideas below!
xoxo -Norma
Today I'm joined by a talented group of blogging friends who are also sharing their Halloween DIY ideas with you! Just click on the links below the images to be taken to see their full post…
DIY Potion Bottles with Printable Labels at The Happy Housie
DIY Halloween Prop from $2 Flatware Box at Confessions of a Serial Do It Yourselfer
DIY Halloween Centrepiece at House by Hoff
Modern Farmhouse Halloween Entry at Tatertots and Jello
Halloween Nougat Candy at A Pretty Life
DIY Halloween Floral Headband at Two Twenty One
Halloween Mantel with Free Printable at The Handmade Home
Painted Hudson's Bay Blanket Pumpkins at The Heathered Nest
DIY Halloween Flag at Cassie Bustamante
Poison Apple Pumpkins at All Things With Purpose
Easy DIY Halloween Wreath at Modern Glam
Ghost Rice Krispie Squares at Life is a Party
How to Make a Halloween BOO Sign at My Sweet Savannah
Silly Spider Cookies at She Gave it a Go
Creepy Halloween Wreath at Hallstrom Home
DIY Potions and Magic Halloween Sign at Lolly Jane
Paper Staircase Mice at Sincerely, Marie Designs
Spooky DIY Eyeball Terrarium at Paint Me Pink
DIY Minimalist Halloween Wreath at Lemon Thistle
DIY Salt Dough Garland at Aratari at Home


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The morning commute to work is one of the worst parts of your morning. Getting up early to get everything ready, then jumping in the bus or car to drive all the way to work, then all the way back again when the day is over. With a home office, that commute is reduced all the way down to a couple of steps out the door, then a couple steps back in the house. Even those rainy mornings are made better when work is just a couple of feet away!
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I have an erect length 5.1 inches and a girth of 3.0 and I don't know if I should buy the X20 or X30?Reply
What's the perfect pressure for gaining? I read you shouldn't pump beyond your erect length. It probably depends on whether you enter erect or not. So if your erect length is 6 inches you shouldn't go over it inside the Hydromax, otherwise you will probably get edema and won't stretch the tunica correctly.Reply
I jelq for 10 minutes, then I do 3 sets of pumping (>80% erection level) for 6 minutes each set. I find that I reach longer measurements only in later sets. And I tend to lose some suction after a few minutes (I don't use the comfort ring). Do you suggest a single set of 20 minutes is more efficient instead?Reply
What you are describing is perfectly normal. You can continue with your current routine. Also, read our suggested routines page.Reply
My penis is about 18cm and girth about is 2 inches. Which pump I should get?Reply
I have EL-13 to 14cm and EG-12cm. Which Bathmate is best for me?Reply
Hello to you all! My girth in the middle of penis is about 5.9, length is about 6.7. When erect, the diameter of my shaft at the base of penis is about 5.2cm that is 2.05inch. I bought myself hydromax7. I am only asking if it's ok/safe to use it or should I buy the wide boy? Thank you for your reply.Reply
I'm 5.0 in length and 4.0 girth, which pump you think is right for me?Reply
7″ – 7 1/8″ bpel and 5 5/8″ – 5 3/4″ mseg. Which pump would you recommend for me? Not sure if I should go hydromax x30 or x40?Reply
I have an EL of 5.2 inches and an EG of 4.9 inches. Which pump should I pick – x30 or x20?Reply
Should I buy the x40 if my measurements are 7.5 in EL and 5 in EG? or the x30?Reply
Would it be better to buy the x40 even though I'm not at that recommended size yet? Would it not work if I do?Reply
Hello AHCAF,
After using my Hercules pump I measured 18.3 cm (7.08") long and 15cm (5.9") wide. I have the model Hercules and I would like to know if I can change to another model?Reply
Hello, my EL is 7.1 and my EG is 4.8, which pump should I get?Reply
What measurements would I need to hit to consider upgrading? I have been using my x30 for 6 months and have seen an inch of length gain but no girth. Girth is what I am looking for – my goal is 6 if I can get there or at least a 5.5.Reply
And also, my width is 1.9, and by the recommendations it says up to 2. So should I consider the x40 soon?Reply
If you already have the pump, you can tell if it is comfortable for you or if you have reached the size. Bigger pump does not increase the pressure.Reply
So if I'm looking for a girth gain, should I upgrade to the x40?
And also, the valve on top – should I close it after I reach a strong pressure and then re-open it when the pressure starts to go away to pump it again?Reply
Is your penis currently rubbing uncomfortably against the side of the pump? If not, there is no reason to upgrade.
The valve should be released when you want to let the pressure out and pump again.Reply
Last question. So when I saw the review, your girth was around mine. So did you just buy the x40? Because you were planning on using it for a couple years and you grew into it.Reply
I'm a newbie. Just 2 weeks into using Hydromax 7. Still using in the placid state.
However, when I start pumping and expanding, I feel a lot of pressure on my penis. It seems to not be able to expand in length because the skin needed to expand is outside the pump and cut off my seal.
Any suggestions?Reply
I'm 7″ BPEL and 5.5" EG. Would the Hydromax 7 wide boy be a good fit for me??? Or should I go with Hydromax 7 without the wide boy?? I just want the right one for me.Reply
My length is 5.5″ and girth 4.6″. Though within the x30 range, I am thinking I might quickly outgrow the girth limit within months. Should I rather get the wide boy in financial prudence?
I received a xx30 as a present a couple of months ago and I have been using it for two weeks now. My size is 6.7 inch in length with a circumference girth of 5.9 inch. At times, I get the feeling that the pump is too fit girthwise, fact which is confirmed by the comments on this website. I'm planning to train with my current model for three months and upgrade afterwards. Is the x40 model the right choice?Reply
When I'm using the x30 with a 90-100% erection, I can only get 1 full pump out of it. Every other pump has minimal water ejection as if I'm at maximum pressure. I have to do multiple kegels and do a few short pumps to get any noticeable expansion. After an 18 minute routine my penis is redder, heavier, and has a puffy, tip, but the temporary gains in length and girth only measure about a .10 of an inch for both. Is this normal? Should I upgrade to the x40?
For reference, my measurements are : EL 7.1 BPEL 7.5 EG 5.0
I'm a newbie to PE and am in my first 3 months using Bathmate; my 1st month using it with a full erection.
I'm 7'3 in length and around 6-6.6 girth at the base. Would the x40 be enough or should I go for x50? (I'm at least 2″ wide at the moment both glans and base). Looking for both length and girth.Reply
My erect length is 7.1″ and 5.0″ girth. I care more for girth than length. Would I run into problems using the x30 wide?Reply
I have 7.1 inch erect length and 4.5 inch erect girth… Any recommendations?Reply
Which Bathmate would you suggest for EL: 4.2″ and EG: 5″?
Would wearing an extender help after the Bathmate session?Reply
Not sure which would be best for me, xx20 or xx30. I'm 5.1″ erect to the bone, 12-14cm circumstance, 1.6″ 1.8″ width erect. Also my balls don't hang low. I'm concerned if I go with the xx30 I might be dealing with them getting sucked up. What would you suggest? ThanksReply
I am 5.2 inches length and 3.6 inches girth. Which one is right for me?Reply
I have a curved penis, that, when straightened, is 7.8 BPEL and 4.8 EG. My un-straightened BPEL is ~7″. I am wondering if I should use the Hercules or the X30 because my curve reduces my overall length to fit within the Hercules/X30 range, but when straightened, my erect size fits within the X40 range. Since my EG measurement is much more compatible with the X30/Hercules, I think that I would rather go this route all other things being equal because I've heard of some difficulty in using the X40, e.g., balls getting sucked and it just being too large of a size to get good results. Any advice?Reply
To be honest, I am not exactly sure whether a curved penis will be able to fit into the pump. But then again, I don't know how curved your penis is…
Take a note that the pump is 100% straight. And I heard that even guys with a straight penis sometimes complain that it is uncomfortable when the tip rubs against the side of the cylinder when pumping.Reply
I guess I don't know if the Bathmate makes your penis erect when pumped? Any comment?
If so, then my pronounced curve might not fit into the Hercules. If it were to just pull the penis like in measuring BPEL, I think I could be ok with the the Hercules.
This may be extreme, but when you said 'curved', the first thing that came to my mind was Peyronie's condition (look up some images).
Bathmate may make your penis erect at times. Sometimes, it would stretch it when flaccid.
If you are worried about your penis not fitting due to the curvature – get some lube and a slightly larger pump than your girth.
I would also suggest you to contact Bathmate directly with your question.Reply
If I am 9.5L and 6.25G, can I still use the x40 if I want to focus on girth?Reply
I'm 6″ in length, 1.75″ in width and 5.25, sometimes 5.5″ in girth… It appears the wide boy is no longer on the official site, I want at least 7″ in length and 6 in girth, is the x30 xtreme the right size for me and my goals?Reply
I'm currently 6.5″ in length and 5.5″ in girth, which pump would be good for me?Reply
Hi, I am 7.2 inches fully erect and around 8 inches when bone pressed. My girth is 5 inches.
My goal is to gain around 1.5 to 2 inches in girth and no more than 1.5 inches in length.
Which is the best product for me and why?
I´m 7.2 in length and 4.9 in girth. Which pump should I use, the x40 or x30?Reply
Back after 16 weeks.
No gain in girth or length.
I've been jelqing every day before pumping.
Pumping 6 days a week for 20 mints.
What's wrong??
Why I'm not getting any change??
That is very strange to be honest. Are you not getting 'ANY' change? Maybe you are not measuring your penis correctly? You should see 'SOME' change…
Similar to a person that has been working out in the gym intensely for several months, and claims that he is not seeing 'ANY' change. That is very unlikely.Reply
That's why I'm seeking advice.
I must gain some by now.
Could you tell me what I'm doing wrong?
Here are some troubleshooting and tips:
1. How many gains you got? Even half an inch is a fair start and I wouldn't call it 'nothing'.
2. Does the pump hold pressure well? Do you feel stress on your penis when pumping?
3. Have you tried the 2 days on, one day off routine we suggested?
4. Try some more basic penis exercises aside from jelqing.
I'm 8.25″ in length and 6″ in girth. Yet to start pumping. Which Bathmate is right for me? Thanks.Reply
I'm 5.5-6 inches length, and I bought the x40 Xtreme thinking that it will give me room to expand.
Should I downgrade to a smaller one?
I am currently 7 inches long and about 5.5 inches in girth. Which pump would you recommend?Reply
Which pump would you recommend with a starting length of 6.5" and girth of 5 3/4"?Reply
You are more girthy, so I would suggest you get the X30 Wide Boy. However, the X40 would fit you as well and will provide you with more future growth.
It comes down to what your final goals are – would you be happy with getting a length of 7.5″ and maintaining it? Then choose the X30. If you plan to keep pumping hard for several years and go over 7.5″ – get the X40.Reply
Why the color of my man starts changing to dark red after I start using X30??Reply
When you are using pump pressure with restriction on ANY part of the body, it will temporarily darken the skin as it is getting more blood flow. Having a darker penis means that you are actively training. The color will lighten up when you take a break from PE.Reply
I would say – after 3 days break – your penis color should return to normal.
And no, you are not pumping too hard. It is perfectly fine and you can keep training at this rate.
What about the little pain in the balls while pumping. Is it normal?Reply
Is that because your testicles get sucked into the pump? That is common. Try to warm your testicles up a bit before pumping, and attach the pump a bit higher.Reply
Now I'm taking 1 day/week as a break.
With 20 mints maximum pumping, I'm not getting any gain anymore.
I have to pump for 30 mints to see gains.
Is that ok??
You are pumping 6 times per week for 30 minutes? That is a bit too excessive…
Measure your gains once per month, not after every session.
And yes, there are plateaus along the way, just like with any long journey you may go through (whether it is weight lifting, weight loss, or even learning a new language).Reply
6 time per week for 30 mints may seem to you a bit too excessive…
But before, I used to pump for 20 mints, and I was able to see a clear, immediate gain in girth and length even though it's not permanent.
But now with the excessive pumping, I'm not able to see any immediate gain.
Why is that??
Beginners see gains faster than intermediate users. Your first inch is the easiest.Reply
I've been using x30 for more than 3 months but am not getting any length grow, only get girth increase for 3 to 6 hours, then get back to normal.
x30 was my fit.
Now I'm taking 1 day/week as a break.
With 20 mints maximum pumping, I'm not getting any gain anymore.
I have to pump for 30 mints to see gains.
Is that ok??
Hi, I'm a typical asian looking at X20. However, my circumference girth is 13cm, will X20 be too tight?Reply
In your case – I would suggest you get the X30.
Note that there are no big discomforts when using a slightly larger pump than you need. Penomet (for example) is manufactured in only one size – which is similar to the X50.Reply
At the very beginning – probably not. But after 3 months of use as you are getting bigger – it would get uncomfortable.Reply
Thanks for the advice.
For beginners, will it be better to follow your beginner schedule with resting or to pump everyday for 6 weeks?
We actually have a beginners routine here.Reply
I've been using x30 for more than 3 months but am not getting any length grow, I only get girth grow for 3 to 6 hours and then get back to normal.
x30 was my fit.
Why am not getting length grow??
3 months is still a short amount of time to assess gains. I would also recommend that you do some jelqing – this exercises helps length really well. Jelq for a few minutes before and after pumping.Reply
What would be the time expected to see length gains?
I do jelqing as well, but not in between. So should I do them in between??
I would say, measure your size after every month of PE exercises. You should see noticeable gains after 6 months.
"In between" – you mean in between pumping sessions? That is optional. I would suggest you do jelqing before and after pumping.Reply
Is it better to do the pumping with an erection?
What is a good timing for pumping? Is it 20 minutes or 30 minutes?
I'm in between the 20x and the 30x. I have a circumference girth of 4 inches and a 1/4 when erect and a length of 5.5-6 inches which would be towards the 30x. Which would be the right choice? Would the 30x fit?Reply


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Title : EVALUATION OF SKID ABRASION RESISTANT MATERIALS.
Descriptive Note : Final rept.,
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Personal Author(s) : Kreig,J. F.
Report Date : 10 MAR 1964
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Abstract : This program was conducted in an attempt to eliminate costly replacement of equipment platforms and runners subjected to skidding abrasion on concrete surfaces. It was desired to determine which of the twelve materials investigated (including eight metals and four non-metals) would be most suitable for use as wearing pads to be attached to the bottom of platform runners. The samples were subjected to drag runs of 50, 100, 200, and 500 feet. Runs were made on a concrete surface at surface pressures of 33 and 119 psi and drag speeds of 5 and 15 mph. The forces required to initiate and maintain motion of the different materials on the concrete surface were also measured. Finally, the relative magnitude of sparking among the different materials was determined. On the basis of the test results, Haynes-Stellite Alloy No. 1 was found to have the best wear resistance of the twelve materials tested. The relative sparking of this alloy was slight. (Author)
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If children ruled the world I'm sure it would be an interesting place. A bit of stereotypical speculation; most boys would be playing 'army' in parks, breaking stuff or simply hurling clumps of mud at each other. The girls would be dressing up with over-sized parental fashion accessories, playing 'hop scotch' or with small plastic horses. These marauding tribes of opposite sexes certainly wouldn't want to befriend each other; in fact they would barely interact. I expect that in this situation it would be difficult for any productive laws to be passed or policy to be created.
While this playground utopia will (likely) not come to pass, this doesn't mean that the ideas of young people should be ignored. When considering 'climate change' and 'environmental protection' the ideas of today's youth are particularly important – as the actions and efforts of us older folk today has a direct impact on the global youth. So, as politicians, activists and businesses try to address the issue of climate change, it is essential to keep in mind those who will live with the consequences, the future citizens of this world.
It is undeniable that climate change will affect us for many years to come. Whether its impact can be reduced by improving carbon emissions or burning less fossil fuels, or whether its encroachment is a force that cannot be stopped but must simply be managed, climate change will be one of the most defining challenges for the next generation and many generations to come. Considering this, adults and policy makers must act now to encourage the participation of children into this debate, to raise their awareness and stoke the embers of their imaginations, as it will take a considerable and united effort by these future generations to handle the various climate change scenarios that they will face.
Young people need to be included during the discourse about the future of our planet and its environment. We have a shared responsibility to ensure that climate change is effectively communicated to young people. Over the past ten years I have witnessed environmental issues appear with greater frequency and urgency in papers, journals, TV and films, and it's gaining more prominence in educational curriculum's around the world, creating more positive activism and awareness. However there is still much to be done.
Here at Odyssey 2050 we're reaching out to students and children across the world, from poor rural areas in Nicaragua to animated film festivals in Korea and schools in Africa, and it's our view that children must continue to be brought into this debate and to be given a platform to voice their concerns about their future.


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One thing I'm so happy about .... proud actually is that my son has creative juices in his brain. Since he was 2 years old I noticed he is good in doodling ... drawing ... creating anything he can find at home or sometimes uses my left-over scraps. There are moments when he is lazy to create hinself he would sit by my side and tell me what he wants to creat BUT the hitch is that he tells me then I execute it.
Last year, after staring at all the snowflakes I cut using Winter Lace Cricut Cartridge, he whispered in my ear that he wanted to make a Christmas wreath. And so he did!
Here's what he made - a very simple one but for an 8 year old I think it's awesome!
I wonder if my son has any idea for our wreath this Christmas. As for me, NO IDEA yet but it will come I know =)
A Simple Christmas Wreath Assembled by My Son
Posted by JEROSHA ÄRETUN at Sunday, October 28, 2012
2 comments:
- franzesjoi said...
ganda nmn....hayy ate di nmn po nkkapagtaka kung creative si pogy eh may dugong jewels aretun yan eh!
- November 6, 2012 at 4:51 PM
- JEROSHA ÄRETUN said...
Hi Joy! Minsan in awe din ako sa little boy ko eh. My golly! You should see his creations, grabe! I'm gathering all his creations from years and years ago and will post it at FB =) Thanks for leaving some love and kindness =) Puss o kram!
- November 6, 2012 at 4:58 PM
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About Vegan Majority
Welcome. We're thrilled you've found us.
Vegan Majority seeks to amplify the voice of the global vegan community at a time of perhaps unprecedented progress and hope — and also of nearly unfathomable greed, destruction and despair.
We will focus on the hope. Hope in the form of a burgeoning global community of vegans and those on their way to becoming vegan. Hope in the volume and reach of communication and conversation around animal rights and the importance of moving to a plant-based diet. Hope in the shift away from not only the exploitation of and violence against non-human animals, but the exploitation of animal agricultural industry workers, as well. Hope in the expanding awareness that we already know how to end some of the worst problems plaguing humanity — and by extension, our non-human animal friends and neighbors: climate degradation, species extinction, environmental racism, and more.
We at Vegan Majority are inspired by and share the view of leading thinkers and activists like Dr. A. Breeze Harper, Aph and Syl Ko, lauren Ornelas, Christopher Sebastian, and so many others who see both the growing compassion in the world and the community forming around that — as well as the unconscionable horrors being inflicted on non-human animals at an unfathomable scale by the animal exploitation industries, sanctioned by anachronistic cultural norms. While some may focus on the latter, we — like those who inspire us — choose the former. While we mourn every victim and are heartbroken at the sheer scale of the destruction, we recognize the current state of affairs for what it is: the last desperate efforts of a carnist culture in its death throes.
It is important to emphasize here that while Vegan Majority centers on living harmoniously with non-human animals and the planet, our values embody care and compassion for all living beings — including, of course, our fellow humans.
Our aim is to collaborate with our ever-growing community of contributors — which includes you — to amplify the message of hope and to inspire and support one another in taking action. Whether you read, comment on and share the stories you find here, submit pieces for publication or support our collaborative efforts in other ways, please join us.
We publish essays, interviews, fiction, creative non-fiction, poetry, cartoons, illustrations, photographs and other visual art having to do with veganism, animal liberation and advocacy, animal ethics, speciesism, and the emotional lives and experiences of non-human animals. We enjoy personal writing as well as pieces with a political or cultural focus. See detailed submission guidelines here: https://www.veganmajority.com/contribute/
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Get involved and Give It A Go with exciting activities for all Newcastle students and staff! Try something for the first time, meet new people, and gain experiences with activities from social sport sessions, to creative craft workshops, exciting day trips, discounted tickets, and lots more!
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Our primary concern with any activity is to ensure its safe, so that all students can enjoy and have the best possible experience. In order for us to ensure we reduce the inherent risks involved with activities ask everyone to read and understand the NUSU Activities Health & Safety Document. Our risk assessments play a fundamental role in ensuring that we take into consideration all the needs of our participants, therefore please let us know of any disabilities or presenting issues ahead of the activity. Profile pages should be up to date in accordance with our T&C's.
In order to provide wide-reaching experience for students we do use 3rd party and community partners, therefore it's advisable for all students to read the companies policies and procedures for participation by contacting us directly at email@example.com
We can give refunds and exchanges for Give it a Go activities where we have been notified 2 weeks or more in advance to the event date. All GIAG activities that include overnight accommodation are non-refundable unless in the event of cancellation.
Give it a Go is a great way for your club or society to gain new members. We are one of the biggest departments in the Students' Union, and it is a fantastic way to advertise your club or society to new and existing students.
Submissions are now open for our Term 1&2 Give it a Go programme. You can run as little or as many Give it a Go sessions as you would like.
In order to book in your Give it a Go session you will need to complete this form. If you would like to run several different sessions you will have to submit one form for each session – you don't need to do this if it's the same activity but over different dates, just pop the various dates on the form.
All Give it a Go activities are run at a basic introductory level and should be suitable for beginners. Please remember that you should run workshops which link to your activities. For example, society led Give it a Go sessions should relate to your society activity. You should run an event in what you are experts in.
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Car Reviews
Honda Rethinks its C-Class Full Review of the 2016 Honda Civic
As an 80's baby, going through high school in the late 90's, there was a growing trend in the automotive enthusiast world that exploded with the release of one movie, The Fast and the Furious. I owned an '88 Civic hatchback and – not long after that – an '88 Acura Integra, and was very much into the Japanese car scene that was growing on the streets of America. That's right…it wasn't just in California; even on the streets in and around Texas we were falling in love with small displacement, lightweight Japanese cars. I loved the Integra with its 1.6-liter DOHC 16-valve engine, pushing just 75-horsepower and matched up to a 5-speed manual transmission. It wasn't that it was fast, but it was light and nimble so it felt quick on the back country roads around Granbury, where I grew up. After The Fast and the Furious blew up these little cars began to gain even more popularity. And that, inevitably, let to people ruining them with park bench-sized wings, body kits, and turbos larger than the engine.
When txGarage grew large enough and Honda was finally ready to let me drive their new 2011 Civic, I was really excited. I hadn't driven a Civic in a long time, and never really forgot the way my first two cars made me feel and the driving dynamic they brought. If you go back that far in our archives and read my thoughts on the 2011 Civic you'll quickly see that – from my perspective – the Civic had definitely lost its luster. Honda was more about fuel efficiency and building a car to a price point than focused on building an enjoyable, dynamic car. In the four years since that review I really haven't driven a Civic that excited me, and when hearing they were dropping off the new 2016 Civic I really didn't pay it much attention. Would it be just another disappointment from Honda… or had they done something with the all-new 10th-generation Civic that could spark some life back into both the platform and the brand? Let's do a lap around the new one.
EXTERIOR: First, let's take a look at the new design. One of the things they seemed to do with both the 8th and 9th-gen car was to keep tweaking the design, hoping it would bring some life into the vehicle. This new car absolutely had to be more than just a redesign, and thankfully it's a great looking car. The front end boasts many aggressive lines, with LED headlights that could have come from an Acura. The front fascia, from the right angle, looks to have a completely flat nose, much like the aggressive and sporty designs of Mazdas these days. And from the side this sedan has a much more coupe (or sport hatch) profile. The new LED taillights are sharply angled, giving the rear of the Civic 4-door a more compressed, athletic look. I really like what they've done with the exterior, and this isn't even their most aggressive option. I can't wait to see what they do with the Si or Type R, which should be coming to the US as well.
INTERIOR: This is an area that needed a lot of work. The previous gen felt too cheap, while the electronics were busy and felt outdated. This new car, though, suffers from none of that. The leather inside is of really nice quality and spreads from the seats to the armrests, door panels, and along the dash. The steering wheel is also leather, and a good size – it really feels good in the hands. It was easy to get into the seat, which had a nice, low seating position, and to position the wheel in a good, comfortable position.
You have new buttons on the wheel with touch-sensitive controls. You could turn the volume up and down with just a swipe of your thumb. Thankfully, they also could just be clicked like normal buttons as the touch feature seems mostly gimmicky; as demonstrated by Honda's infotainment system a touch-only surface just isn't as good as a physical button while driving a car. Above the wheel is the new instrument cluster. Honda has gotten rid of the stacked cluster from previous generations (which we'll applaud), instead incorporating a more traditional setup. You get a temp gauge on the left, a fuel gauge on the right, and a big rpm tach in the middle with a digital speed readout in the middle of that. One really cool aspect of the new digital gauges is the Civic's startup animation. It's a nicely implemented feature that conveys a more premium look/tech touch.
In the middle of the Civic dash is a 7-inch touchscreen display controlling your navigation, audio, backup camera and just about everything else. This is a decent system, although I do still wish the buttons to the left were just regular buttons and not touch-sensitive ones. To see your climate controls you have one simple button reading out climate. When pressed it changes whatever is currently displayed on your screen to give you climate controls. Press it one more time and you're back to where you started; simple. You have two USB ports and a nice storage area with cable management built in. No matter what you think about the interface of the infotainment display it can always be changed. I took some time to play with Honda's integration with Apple's CarPlay and it was really impressive. I've also played with the Android equivalent (Android Auto) in other cars and like both systems and what they're doing for in-car infotainment.
Our Touring-level model also was equipped with heated seats in the front and rear, radar-guided cruise control, a lane assist system, push button start, keyless entry, and a slew of other great features you'd expect from an up-spec, modern car.
UNDER THE HOOD: Powering this newest-gen car is a new – although optional – generation engine. Honda offers either a 2.0-liter naturally aspirated engine or, as our new Civic was equipped, a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine. The smaller turbo is the premium option and it pushes 174-hp and 162 lb-ft of torque. In this car you can only have a CVT, although a manual trans remains available with the 2.0-liter engine. This means the car suffers from the same fun-killing side effects as most CVT-equipped vehicles, but most drivers won't really notice the difference; Honda has done a great job with programed shift points to make this setup work. If you're an enthusiast and super bummed that you can't have a manual with the 1.5-turbo engine, don't worry – this should be the package to expect out of the upcoming Si, and we'll see what Honda has in store for the Type R.
SUMMARY: Dynamically, the car brought back a lot of memories of why Civics were just so good. You get a lot of pep on the low end with the small displacement engine. The car is lower, wider and longer than the previous generation, but also has the wheels pushed out closer to the corners of the car. It feels planted and handles itself extremely well through corners. It didn't take long after driving the car to tell that the engineers at Honda really wanted to get this one right, returning to some of their 'fun-to-drive' roots.
Our Touring trim – with all the bells and whistles – came in at $27,335. In today's market that's not that bad, but you can get a larger car with just as many options for around the same amount; think Hyundai Sonata. If you're buying a Civic it's usually because you're looking for reliability and economy and that's something this new car should be able to deliver, just like any and all Hondas of the past. And don't discount resale, which is historically high for the Civic; it's a cost component that doesn't look to deteriorate.
If you're looking for both fun and affordable would I recommend the new Civic? I'd give it a qualified 'yes'. This new Civic has some great diving dynamics, a great new design, lots of room in its interior of this century – and it's a Honda! If you're looking for even more sportiness wait for the Si or Type R. There are still a ton of great cars in this segment today, including the Elantra GT, Kia's Forte, Ford's Focus and the Mazda3. Even sportier, albeit less practical, are the Scion FR-S or Subaru's BRZ, if you're wanting more fun for $27K.


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A central question in philosophy is "Can we know anything with perfect certainty?" Throughout history, philosophers have disagreed on the answer. One popular response is to say "We can't ever be completely certain – there's a sliding scale of certainty. Things aren't black and white, but rather, different shades of gray." The scale goes from not-so-sure to very-sure-but-not-completely.
This answer is humble. It seems reasonable to always keep an open mind and recognize the possibility of being wrong; new information might arise in the future and change our minds. In my own conversations, people with this perspective often view it as arrogant, naive, or dogmatic to think anything can be known with absolute certainty.
I love the idea of a sliding scale of certainty, as long as it slides to 100%. Shades of gray are book-ended by pure black and pure white.
We can indeed know things with absolute certainty. Other things, we can only have partial certainty, while others we can only guess at. By "certainty", I mean our confidence in the accuracy of any given proposition. Let me give some examples:
Low degree of confidence: One bitcoin will be worth more than $400 by the end of 2016.
I am sold on the technology, but it's unclear what the future price will be at any given time. Essentially, this proposition is a hunch.
Modest degree of confidence: Trans-fats are bad for human health.
I've done some research, and I'm pretty confident in concluding that trans-fats are bad for you. However, given the huge amount of knowledge we don't have about the human body, I wouldn't bet the farm on it.
High degree of confidence: The sun will rise tomorrow.
Every single time I've awoken, the sun has arisen. I have no experience otherwise, nor does anybody else I've spoken with. It doesn't mean I know with perfect certainty that the sun will rise tomorrow – it could explode this evening – but I'm highly confident that it will rise.
Perfect certainty: Perception is a real phenomenon.
I am 100% that perception is a real phenomenon in the universe. It happens. I know this because I experience it directly. I can't know anybody else experiences perception, nor can I know that my perceptions are accurate; I might be hallucinating, or I could be a brain-in-a-vat. But regardless of the accuracy of my perceptions – or the cause of them – they happen.
Notice, this isn't a tautological truth. It isn't self-evident based on the construction of the sentence. It's not definitional. It's not empty, nor is it a logical necessity – it could be otherwise. It is a claim about the nature of reality which you can know with perfect certainty. Nobody will ever be able to convince me that perception isn't actually a phenomenon in the universe – not because I'm naive, but because I have direct knowledge of the answer.
You could also rephrase the sentence to "Experience is happening." How can I know experience is happening? By being aware of it; if it's there at all, it's happening.
If what I've said is true, then the following is also true: anybody who denies that perception is a real phenomenon is wrong. I know with 100% certainty that the sentence "Perception does not happen" is false.
This example is not isolated. Consider several other propositions:
"Communication can be attempted."
"I do not know every fact about reality."
"Something exists."
"Perception might be illusory."
"Language is real."
"Some claims about reality are false."
"I doubt some things."
"Two plus two equals four."
"Not every proposition is contradictory and non-contradictory at the same time."
All of these can be known with certainty, when you think about them. And you can also know their negation is false.
The list of known-truths might be small relative to larger bodies of knowledge, but it's still there. It only takes a bit of imagination to discover. In fact, I would argue certain knowledge underpins all our other knowledge. Necessary, inescapable truths are presupposed by every sensible proposition, though they are often overlooked.
So, I agree that we should recognize the sliding scale of certainty. But we must recognize that it slides all the way to "perfect, 100%, black-and-white, absolute certainty."


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Lupin The Third
Episode 0: The First Encounter
Eastern Star
Produced for the 30th annivarsary of the series, Lupin The Third Episode 0: The First Contact, tells the story of how the diverse group of sometimes allies first found each other.
Master thief Lupin is out to steal the Clam of Helmeth, a cylindrical object made of a metal that is said to be stronger than diamond. Inside the clam is a scroll with the instructions on how to make this indestructible metal.
This being the 30th anniversary production, you are assumed to know the characters and their relationships. If you don't, it's not hard to figure out as they are larger-than-life archetypes, with highly defined and straight forward characterizations.
Lupin has two primary strengths. The first is an endless supply of new magical gadgets (the one real concession to fantasism in an otherwise real-word setting). He's not unlike James Bond in this way, which, given the fact that the show started in the late '60s, is probably no coincidence.
Lupin's second strength is his ability to make people underestimate him. His wacky personal and flamboyant style hide a cunning strategist
Lupin has one other positive trait that helps him in this movie, and that's a lack of arrogance. He recognizes superior skills in others, and rather than try to beat them, he seeks to join them. Accomplishing acts of great thievery is a pride and joy to Lupin, one he is happy to share with worthy partners.
Jigen is the mob gunman who was hired to guard the Clam. Lupin manages to escape Jigen's attack; which captivates Jigen because Lupin is the first real challenge he's ever had. Lupin is equally intrigued, though in his case it's by the potential value of Jigen as an ally. Jigen's quest to face Lupin again put him at odds with the Clam's owner, the mob boss Galvez, putting both Lupin and Jigen on the same side against a common enemy.
Fujiko is a mercenary. Through out the series she joins Lupin and company on their capers, but invariably tries to double cross him at the end, taking the loot for herself. She attracts Lupin's attention both because of his appreciation for her skills, but also his love of beautiful women. Fujiko comes to see the depth of skill possessed by Lupin, and concludes that hanging around such a successful thief will provide amble opportunities to steal in the future.
The last member of the gang is Goemon, who also has the smallest role in the film. He's an old-fashioned samurai, steeped in the code of Bushido, he's interested in the metal for its use as a sword material. Jigen has a similar reaction to Goemon as he did to Lupin, in that he is interested to find a true challenger; though in Goemon's case, it comes with more respect, perhaps because of Goemon's more serious tone.
The First Contact is a well plotted caper film. The execution of the thefts are creative and unpredictable. The overall plot is well paced, and allows all the protagonists to have their own arcs and moments. The one aspect of character development that's explored in the movie is the motivations of what drew the characters together, and it's done in a believable way, mostly driven by professional respect and self interest.
Video and audio quality are solid on this disc from Eastern Star / Discotek. Video is in 4:3 (this being a TV special, that's its OAR) and is uncut with the original Japanese credits. Audio is Japanese only, with optional subtitles.


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Date Posted:15/05/2018
Milton Keynes' favourite children's entertainment centre 360 Play has announced the winners of a prize draw linked to a campaign aimed at discovering what visitors love about the venue.
Held over several weeks during March and April, the Love 360 campaign gave visitors the chance to have their say and reveal what they like best about 360 Play. They were asked to note what their favourite attractions and facilities are and were also able to include how long they've been visiting 360 Play and share any favourite memories they have of family days out or other visits they've made to the centre.
The Love 360 campaign also provided guests with the opportunity to win an Annual Play Pass. All those who shared their experiences of 360 Play were entered into a prize draw to win one of two passes for the Milton Keynes centre at Knowlhill. As well as being sent to local media, the winners' stories have also been featured on 360 Play's social media pages, allowing others to hear about the venue from people who really know it and what it is all about.
Two winners who visit 360 Play Milton Keynes have now been announced, these being Nicolle Gibson and Gyn Lopez, who along with their children clearly Love 360.
"As a first time mummy I've been really nervous taking my little boy out to new places but cannot begin to express how much fun we now have visiting 360 in MK," said Nicolle. "It was one of our first outings and the first soft play centre we ever went to. My little boy loved it and didn't stop smiling! His face beams when he sees the carousel and the lights... it melts my heart."
Gyn also has nothing but praise for 360 Play, saying: "My kids love 360 Play. We arrive at 11am and stay till closure. They love the slide and the messy play room and my son loves the football space as he always makes new friends there. We all love 360 Play. The team are doing a brilliant job as well to make it work."
For more information on 360 Play visit www.360play.co.uk


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Perfect for a group or small office. Including elegantly arranged pepper jack cheese, water crackers, honey roasted peanuts, seasoned snack mix, caramel covered popcorn, milk chocolate covered pretzels, fine chocolate truffles, chocolate chip cookies, fruit candy, dark chocolate bar and assorted teas. Ideal for 4-7 people.
Deluxe: Add white cheddar cheese wedges, sesame breadsticks, double dipped chocolate peanuts and handmade vanilla caramels


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