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Tom Bashe is an associate broker at Coldwell Banker Residential, a full service Real Estate Brokerage specializing in Residential Real Estate Sales in Southern California. He began his career in real estate prior to graduating high school and was a licensed real estate agent before he received his high school diploma. In 2006, at the ripe old age of 21, Tom became one of the youngest Real Estate Brokers in the industry. In the 11 years since, his team has successfully sold hundreds of properties ranging in price from just over $50,000 to just under $5,000,000. He specializes in selling Single Family dwellings, condos, townhomes, multifamily dwellings, land and estates.
If you'd like instant access to new The Province listings, please send a quick note with what you're looking for, and we will send you homes matching your request!
Former Model Home and Entertainer's dream home. Romantic and elegant. Luxury defined. Constructed in 2006 with high end everything. Gourmet Kitchen with dual islands, 4 ovens, 2 dishwashers, commercial ice maker, heating bins, wine cooler. Includes top of the line Sub-Zero see through refrigerator, filtered water dispenser above the stove. The master bedroom is expansive with an island inside the closet. The master bathroom includes a steam shower, separate soaking tub, and dual vanities. The guest suite is a dual master, and the third bedroom currently being used as an office. You'll enjoy High ceilings, gracious arches, 2 Fireplaces, Triple Crown molding, 8' tall solid core doors and Plantation Shutters. French Doors open to the outdoor living area with a heated salt water Roman-style pool with new pebble tech coating, covered dining area, and Viking BBQ surrounded by 8.5' tall walls creating a private hideaway retreat. Watch the Virtual Tour Video.
This beautiful Tuscan design home located within the gated community of The Province, offers gracious arches, high ceilings, numerous French doors, and two fireplaces. The gourmet Chef's kitchen features beautiful granite counter-tops, stainless steel Subzero/Wolf appliances and a large island. A spacious master suite offers an enormous custom walk-in closet. The master bath is complete with separate vanity areas, a large tub and custom shower. 1 of 2 guest suites is a mini-master bedroom and bath with two sinks. The formal dining area separates both the living room and family room with several French doors opening to the outdoor living area offering a Roman-style pool and spa design. This private enclave offers low HOA dues and is located within minutes to the best dining and shopping that the Valley has to offer. As an owner in Indian Wells you will enjoy many city benefits.
This bright and airy house looks like a Model-Home. Its NEVER BEEN LIVED IN. Its located in the heart of THE PROVINCE. The Tuscan design offers gracious arches, mortar-washed brick finishes, high ceilings, limestone floors, crown molding, numerous French doors, plantation shutters & two fireplaces, a large master suite with an enormous custom walk-in closet, a beautiful full bathroom. 1 of 2 guest suites is mini-master bedroom & bath with two sinks. The gourmet Chef's kitchen features beautiful granite counter-tops, stainless steel SubZero/Wolf brand appliances, wine fridge & a very large island. The formal dining area separates both the living room and family room with several French doors opening to the outdoor living area with a Roman-style pool & spa design. This private enclave offers low HOA dues and a perfect location. Its only minutes to the best dining and shopping that the Valley has to offer. As an owner in Indian Wells, you will enjoy many city benefits.
The Province is a small Indian Wells gated community featuring luxury homes and access to Indian Wells Golf Resort, where residents can enjoy $35-rounds of golf. Neighbors are well within walking distance to fine dining, entertainment, and shopping. And just a mile away you'll find more shopping and restaurants at El Paseo, a popular California spot. The Indian Wells Resort and Hyatt Grand Champions are also close as is the PNB Paribas, which hosts the largest tennis tournaments in the world.
If that's not enough for you, in the neighboring city of La Quinta, the Humana Challenge is held each January. Formerly the Bob Hope Classic, many celebrities participate at the three world class golf courses. And for the golf enthusiast there are over 130 courses in the Coachella Valley to keep you busy.
Real estate in this area is a popular commodity since Indian Wells only allows exclusive stores and establishments. Big department stores, drive-through restaurants, and car dealerships are not allowed in this city. Residents also enjoy discounts with the City of Indian Wells Property Owner Annual ID that can be used at many places including the four major hotel properties.
The Province residents look forward to festivals that involve music, arts, food, and wine. In August, the Palm Springs Short Film Festival is held every year.
The stunning homes at The Provence offer peaceful, elegant living indoors and out. You'll find inviting family rooms with cozy fireplaces in some of these houses as well as rich cabinet work and designer furnishings. Outside, the hot dry weather is enjoyed with refreshing pools while the chef prepares dinner on an outside built-in cook center. This is an ideal location for privacy, luxury, and convenience.
Assigned schools for this community include Gerald R. Ford Elementary, Palm Desert Charter Middle, and Palm Desert High School.
47-950 Dune Palms Road, La Quinta, CA 92253-4000
(760) 777-4200
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November 29, 2013
The Tuscaloosa Police officer who shot a family's pet earlier this month has filed a lawsuit against a neighbor, claiming that she made untrue statements about the situation.
TPD Officer Mike Azwell is asking for $10,000 from Deborah Bosch, who lives next door to his mother in the Eastern Hills subdivision in Tuscaloosa County. Bosch is not the owner of the dog that was killed, but she did call Tuscaloosa Police and made statements about the incident, according to the suit filed in Tuscaloosa County District Court Friday afternoon.
The "slanderous, libelous and defamatory accusations" have caused the officer "injury to his reputation in the community, embarrassment, humiliation, suffered severe emotional distress, loss of sleep, emotional pain and anguish," attorney Mark Morrow wrote in the complaint.
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PM Says Fuel Increase is Due to World Market Prices
In responding to Briceño's concerns, PM Barrow attributed the fluctuating cost of fuel acquisition to prices on the international market, anticipating that the next shipment of fuel to Belize may see a decrease at the gas pump. In respect of B.E.L.'s request for another rate increase, the prime minister says the Public Utilities Commission will decide on the matter after a thorough revision of the application.
Prime Minister Dean Barrow
"The fact is that we all know that the biggest driver of price increases to the consumer is what happens on the world market, the acquisition cost of fuel which we have to import. And when the Leader of the Opposition says what the acquisition cost is currently, he doesn't say what it was a month ago or a couple of months ago. When there are increases, when there have been increases over the past year, it is in consequence of the increase in acquisition costs. The tax component of the fuel price formula has not changed over the financial year or the calendar year, it is the same. Government has not increased its tax take. So ultimately, it's a matter over which we have no control. The fact is, though, that given what you've said about where the acquisition cost currently is, I would expect that with the next shipment there is very likely to be a decrease. The nationalized B.E.L., I think, has done extremely well and in terms of what they are talking about wanting an increase, well you know that it's complicated. They're all sorts of pass through formulas, ingredients that must be taken into account. But the bottom line is that B.E.L. can say anything it likes, B.E.L. can ask for anything it wants. It is the Public Utilities Commission that will ultimately determine whether any prayed for increase can be granted."


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Jericho is the ultimate party rock covers band playing songs from great rock classics to modern top 40 hits.
This collaboration of four very experienced musicians guarantees a great night
for everyone. Add to this the added benefit of not one but two accomplished
lead singers and you have a band with versatility and a great repertoire.
With the ability to punch out songs from some of rocks greatest male driven
bands and some of the great female voices in the industry, Jericho delivers a
great night of non-stop hits that will keep the dance floor pumping.
Playing venues across south east Queensland and anywhere else a good time is
needed, Jericho will be sure to provide a night of music the is enjoyed by all.


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What Is Kbps
Kbps stands for Kilo Bits per second (that means thousands of bits per second). It is basically a measure of bandwidth which means 1000 bits per second. A bit is the smallest unit of data which means that it cannot be broken down into smaller units. A bit is either on or off i.e. it can be either 0 or 1. 'Kilo Bits per second' or Kbps represents the rate of data transaction in a network. The computer is designed in such a way that it assess only binary data i.e. in the form of 0s and 1s and if some other input is there, it first converts it into binary data and then executes the input. Whole computer architecture is dependent upon these two digits i.e. the binary data (or system). On the basis of the combination of string and character, the computer recognizes the strings and characters. Each string of 8 bits is called a byte or 1 byte = 8 bits and 1 kilo byte is equal to 1024 bytes and 1024 kilo bytes make 1 Megabyte and so on.
The rate of data transfer is measured in Kbps. Thus Kbps is a measure of bandwidth (bandwidth is the amount of data flown in a given time interval) on a data transmission medium. If the bandwidths are high then these are expressed in megabits per second (Mbps) or can also be represented in gigabits per second (Gbps).
The term KBps is totally different from the term Kbps. 'b' stands for bits while 'B' in the term KBps stands for Bytes which means that 1 KBps is equal to 8 Kbps (because to convert from bytes to bits, multiply by 8).
For example – Most contemporary modems operate at 56k (approximately 56,000 bits per second) as their speed. Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) Internet access is available to consumers which usually operate between 128 Kbps and 3 Mbps (approximately 3,000 Kbps). Broadband speeds for residential uses are often in the megabit range and the Internet Service Providers (ISPs) and many of the commercial entities have Internet network connectivity in gigabits per second or even in terabits per second ranges.
Hence the data transfer rates are typically measured in bits per second, while data storage capacity is usually measured in bytes per second.


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I've demonstrated the DIY Book Scanner all over the US and even in Canada. The most important thing I've learned is: to see is to understand. Every single person who has seen the scanner in person immediately thinks of at least one book they'd like to scan and share. So I highly, highly recommend checking out the DIY Book Scanner that Ben Varadi has constructed for the Tulane CIPLC. It's on display now:
Although it may not be immediately obvious, the screen on the top of the scanner, showing pages of scanned books, is a watershed moment for DIY Book Scanners. Though it hasn't been shared publicly yet, it's the first instance of a fully integrated scanner using a computer to control the cameras. It's ten steps in the right direction — one of our technological dreams is to create a Linux LiveCD containing everything you need to scan books from end to end.
However, the scanner is far from the most important thing there. Ben has not only been the main proponent of a 100% Free Software workflow — with extensive documentation — as well as producing some of the most complete and extensive hardware documentation on the forum to date — but he also works on the Durationator, which, in the fullness of time, will allow us all to check the copyright status of a given work. In other words, what Ben is working on not only uses DIY Book Scanner technology, it enables us all to make better use of scanning technology.
If I were anywhere near New Orleans, I would be checking out this meeting if only for the opportunity to meet Ben. Here are the details:
A news article about the event.
Automata Sculpture Show
Clattering Collection of Kinetic Art in the 9th Ward
The Candle Factory,
4537 N. Robertson St. (at Japonica Street),
As always: the proof is in the pictures. If you attend, please capture more:
Young book scanners at work!


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The Ultimate Guide to Surviving Group Assignments
Every uni student has gone through the struggle of group assignments. It all starts when you see the words 'Group Assignment' written under the assessments section of your unit outline and a sense of dread immediately overcomes your entire being. You seriously consider dropping out of the class or at least deferring it for another semester so you an older and therefore wiser, future version of yourself. Seriously, the prospect of being behind in your degree is marginally better than being forced to work with a group of strangers. The tutors may claim that these assignments will teach you valuable skills for the real world but all you really get out of the experience is the lesson not to trust people and how to poorly conceal violent rage.
Group assignments usually go either one or two ways. Firstly you're stuck with a group of people who apparently have no interest in actually doing the work and passing the class. So you reluctantly take on the role of group leader and end up doing all the work. The second way is when you luckily enough find people who are willing to do the work but unfortunately they have terrible ideas and an inability to listen to other's opinions. So you pretty much end up doing all the work anyway.
If you find yourself in either of these situations, there's only one possible thing that you can do: Just get through it. There's no use in dwelling on the cruel fate of randomly assigned groups or wasting time complaining about how much the whole assignment sucks to literally everyone you know. No matter what you do, you can't change your group but on the other hand you do have the power to change your grade and at the end of the day, that's the only thing that really matters anyway.
The first thing you need to do is organise a group meeting so you can start dividing up the work. There's always going to be the one group member who will find an excuse to miss every single meeting, but you just have to move on and catch them up later, you can't let one person slow down the entire team. When you're dividing up the work, don't forget to look out for yourself! Make sure you get your hands on the sections which you really want to write and don't get stuck with the really tricky stuff just because no one else is brave enough to attempt it.
Above all else, just try to divide up the work as evenly as you can. You may be a part of the most dysfunctional team in history, but you're still a team which requires everyone to pull their weight. It's also a good idea to keep in constant contact with your group, just to make sure that everyone is on top of their game and to ensure that there aren't any last minute surprises.
If you really feel like you can't trust any of your group to do the work, take on the additional role of assignment editor. Request that everyone have their individual sections completed a few days before the assignment is due so you can put everything together and go through it with a fine tooth comb to ensure that everything is up to standard. This way you know that everything is done and ready for submission by the due date.
So there you have it, group assignments may be unavoidable but they sure are manageable. All you have to do is make sure your whole team is organised, even if it means taking on extra responsibility. Just get it done and aim for the highest grade you can. And if all else fails, just remember that there's always peer evaluations forms to fill out! Revenge can be pretty sweet sometimes.


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The workbooks provides everything you need to think through and express the values and vision behind your decision to establish a charitable fund, foundation or bequest. A 24 page workbook style guide for individuals, couples or families, it provides an excellent starting point if you wish to accomplish one or more of the following:
- explore and articulate the origin and meaning of your charitable goals and intentions
- consider and reflect on the life of a deceased donor whose goals and intentions you wish to understand and respect
- empower successors or beneficiaries to carry forward and build on the foundation of your vision
If you are interested in purchasing this guide, please contact Sara D'Onofrio at 617-338-5884 or sdonofrio [at] tpi.org.
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Ian and I went on a trip to Philadelphia to attend The Podcast Movement 2018 Conference and live for four days in the city where Benjamin Franklin made history, over and over again,
It was the first time we'd been away together since he was 18 when we visited The College of Santa Fe during our hunt for universities.
In a nutshell we had a wonderful time, splitting up at the conference to go to different sessions and workshops, he to technical ones about editing and marketing, me to the more creative ones on writing, speaking and content.
We'd get together for the mid-day break, do a little sight seeing:
The Liberty Bell,
of course.
And Benjamin Franklin's grave,
in a very ordinary graveyard behind patina'd iron gates.
And city hall in the rain just opposite our subway stop for the conference at The Marriot hotel downtown.
We'd grab a bento box or a Philly cheese-steak sandwich for lunch,
or just eat a picnic brought from home when the days were too busy to pop out.
After the break we'd go to some more sessions (sometimes together), brainstorm with a meet-up group or just head for the subway,
which…compared to the public transportation in London was one of the dreariest stations I've ever been in during peak traffic times,
not a busker or a passenger in sight only miles of white and green tile and stainless steel. I was glad I had my film-maker son with me,
it was a little nerve wracking!
We'd jump on a train and go home to freshen up for an evening of networking at some fun venue hosted by one of the conference's sponsors, Triton Digital, Castbox or Jack Daniel's.
At the party we'd split up again, this time to schmooze, work the room, exchange ideas and podcast show names. I met people from all over the world including Australia, China, Spain and England.
Party over we'd go home and curl up in the spacious living room of The Urban Aerie with a glass of wine,
and settle in for a couple of hours of discussion about money, life, politics and religion, all the taboo topics,
but it was just the two of us…
Mother and Son.
We know and trust each other enough to slough off any chain rattling comments with a smile.
We've come to respect each other's opinions and listen closely to what the other is saying and sometimes have our perspectives changed.
We recognize each other's unique-ness and because we have history there's a lot of common ground, case in point, this Podcasting Craze.
On the final afternoon we sat together for the closing keynote speaker, a favorite of ours from years ago when we were driving to gymnastics or ballet in the afternoons,
Terry Gross,
and so the conference came to an end with a breath of Fresh Air,
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Hello, I have one group of 23 participants, they performed 2 exercise protocols and measures was assessed two times. After checking normality, a two way repeated measures ANOVA was performed but I want to divide the group of participants in 2 sub-groups (males versus females) to see if when i add a between subject factor (gender) I will have other outcomes or not. What statistical analysis I have to do? I'll really appreciate your help.
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Selections by Rayma Suprani
The following piece is presented as part of Illustrated PEN: 2017 PEN World Voices Festival Edition, a special edition of the Illustrated PEN that highlights participants of next week's PEN World Voices Festival. The New Yorker's Liza Donnelly introduces Rayma Suprani, a Venezuelan cartoonist born in Caracas. For 19 years, Suprani published her cartoons in El Universal. She is Member of Cartooning for Peace Association and one of the protagonists of the film Caricaturists—Foot Soldiers of Democracy. Donnelly will moderate the panel Women in Ink at the PEN World Voices Festival featuring Suprani along with Roz Chast, Liana Finck, and Emily Flake.
Donnelly writes: Rayma's work consistently expresses complex ideas in a few strokes. Always a joy to look at, her drawings often express a level of anger at injustice—and then she uses her easy humor to point to the ridiculousness of it all. An exile from Venezuela living in the United States, Rayma's view is unique and vital, in large part because of what she had to endure as a political cartoonist and a woman in her native country.
Rayma Suprani Is a Venezuelan press cartoonist who was born in Caracas. For 19 years, she published her cartoons in El Universal in Venezuela.
She is Member of Cartooning for Peace Association and one of the protagonists of the film Caricaturists—Foot Soldiers of Democracy, by Stéphanie Valloatto. In 2015, she gave conferences on the defense of human rights for Freedom House and the Oslo Freedom Forum.


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Seesaw Toddler Group
Seesaw Toddler Group meets at The Ashwood Centre during term time on Tuesday and Friday mornings from 9.30am – 11.15am
It is a very busy group with a large room full of exciting activities both children and parents/carers can get involved in. We also have a fantastic Soft Play Room as well. During the morning there is lots to do including craft activities, a story time, snack time and we end with a singing time where the children can grab instruments and join in. Seesaw is a free of charge playgroup, however people who come love to pop a donation into the "friendly piggy box" which goes towards refreshments and craft materials.
We love meeting new children and parent/carers – so you will receive a very warm welcome on arrival.
We operate with a number of volunteers who wear badges, so feel free to ask if you have any queries.


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Military Operations
Tuesday, February 9, 2016 - 07:04
Saudi Arabia's offer to send troops to fight Islamic State in Syria is as much about the kingdom's growing determination to flex its military might as it is about answering U.S. calls for more help from its allies in the Middle East.
Friday, February 5, 2016 - 06:51
Some 4,800 miles from Beijing, China is expected soon to start construction of its newest naval base in Djibouti, a tiny African nation where the mouth of the Red Sea meets the vast Indian Ocean. The permanent facility will be China's first overseas military outpost, granting Beijing access to the Arabian Peninsula and projecting force near its investments in sub-Saharan Africa.
Friday, February 5, 2016 - 06:33
Thousands of special forces could be deployed, likely in coordination with Turkey, Saudi sources told the Guardian
Thursday, February 4, 2016 - 06:12
Botswana's decision to increase its expenditure on the military has been condemned by an organization that represents the voice of private sector called Business Botswana, APA learnt on Wednesday.Responding to Finance Minister Kenneth Matambo's announcement that the defense budget in the 2016/17 financial year will be increased, Business Botswana said such increment was unnecessary considering the current tough economic environment.
Tuesday, February 2, 2016 - 06:31
Officially, there are now 3,650 U.S. troops fighting ISIS in Iraq. The real number of Americans involved in the war is closer to 6,000.
Tuesday, February 2, 2016 - 06:20
The commander of the U.S.-led coalition fighting the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria said he is drawing up a variety of proposals for accelerating the fight against the terrorist group — some of which may require more U.S. troops on the ground in Iraq.
Monday, February 1, 2016 - 06:46
France aims to scale back its military presence in Central African Republic by the end of the year, its defense minister said in a French media interview, as Paris continues to count on forthcoming elections to ease tension in the turbulent African country. France currently has around 900 troops in the country. That is down from a 2,000-strong force it deployed after widespread violence broke out in 2013 involving Muslim-led rebels and Christian militias, but is well above a pre-crisis force of 300.
Monday, February 1, 2016 - 06:22
The United States has carried out at least a dozen operations — including commando raids and airstrikes — in the past three weeks against militants in Afghanistan aligned with the Islamic State, expanding the Obama administration's military campaign against the terrorist group beyond Iraq and Syria.
Thursday, January 28, 2016 - 06:02
Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa hosted the 2016 East Africa Security Synchronization Conference Jan. 20-22, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. The EASSC is the only conference between U.S. Department of State and U.S. military representatives dedicated to aligning military and political priorities for East Africa.
Thursday, January 21, 2016 - 06:41
President Obama has made it easier for the military to get approval for strikes in Afghanistan targeting militias that have sworn allegiance to the Islamic State, according to several government officials.


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Wednesday, March 28, 2007
I knew he grew . . . but wow . . .
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Happy 1/2 Birthday to me!
Hi everyone! I am six-months old today!!! I just got home from the doctor and here are my stats:
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Monday, March 26, 2007
I've been doing a lot of sewing lately and have started a new blog about it which you can check out here. Because of this, Christopher has been high-alert daddy status and as you can tell, it's a tiring job! I shut them up in the bedroom a couple of days ago when a model came by to try on a dress and when I went back in, this is what I found.
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Wednesday, March 21, 2007
Kiss Me! I'm Irish!
We took Joseph down to King Street for the St. Patrick's Day Parade last Saturday. We were a little afraid that the noise would scare him but he seemed to enjoy it. Afterwards we walked through the market and down to the port to get a close-up view of the visiting cruise ship. Then we headed over to Tommy Condon's Pub where, after a 2-hour wait, we all enjoyed some corned beef on rye and Guinness. (Not Joseph of course! Thank goodness for comfy strollers that lull sweet babies to sleep.) We also ran into a ND Irish fan/alum named Joseph who stopped to admire our Joseph's attire.
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Friday, March 16, 2007
Toes are yummy
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Thursday, March 15, 2007
Baptism gown photo shoot
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Random pictures from the last couple of weeks. . .
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As you can see from the video below. . . Joseph is rolling. He rolls from his back to his tummy almost as soon as we put him down. Then, since he hates being on his tummy, he yells until we flip him back over. This is not crying . . . . this is actual yelling.
We went to Atlanta this past weekend to visit some friends. Joseph fell in love with little 2 1/2 year-old Emma and she loves him. He laughed at everything she did. In turn, she offered encouragement after every bit of food at meal time. "Yeah baby!" . . . followed by clapping. She was also quick to make sure he had Puppy and pacifier at all times. Unfortunately Joseph came down with his first illness while we were there. After a middle-of-the-night call to the doctor's office, we snuggled the little guy in bed with us where he promptly went back to sleep while Momma tried to keep him elevated and then stressed about his fever all night. He's feeling much better now although congestion is still causing him (and us) to get up at least once during the night. Hopefully our 10+ hour night-time sleeping baby will be back soon. I don't know how I did it before! :-)
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Thursday, March 8, 2007
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Monday, March 5, 2007
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Megan's Wedding
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Jeanine Braithwaite
Professor of Public Policy, Frank Batten School of Leadership & Public Policy
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Research Interests
Braithwaite has been a Senior Economist at the World Bank, most recently in the Social Protection Group, Human Development Network, where she worked on social protection, disability, and poverty issues. She specializes in the study of medium-income Africa (South Africa, Botswana, Swaziland, and Mauritius), Turkey, and the former Soviet Union (FSU), and has provided policy advice to governments while on negotiating missions and staff visits. She has written many Bank reports, including poverty assessments for Turkey, Russia, Armenia, Moldova, Hungary, and Ukraine. In addition, she has operational experience in Cambodia, Colombia, Nicaragua, Mexico, Jamaica, Bosnia, Kosovo, and Turkmenistan. Braithwaite also worked for the International Monetary Fund and the US Census Bureau. Braithwaite speaks excellent Russian, adequate Spanish, survival Turkish and beginning Hungarian, and reads French. She teaches courses on development, the international financial institutions, macroeconomic policy, and public policy. She has also taught at Georgetown, George Mason, American, Maryland and Kalamazoo College. An alumna of the University of Virginia, she served as a Resident Assistant while enrolled and was both an Echols Scholar and a member of the Raven Society. She went on to earn her master's degree in Russian Area Studies from Georgetown and her doctorate in economics at Duke University.
Braithwaite's current research is on orphanhood and government transfers in Botswana and Swaziland, following up on work on same in South Africa. Transfers are called "welfare" in the US, "social assistance" in Europe, and "social grants" in Southern Africa. She and a team of research assistants are looking at ways that Southern African governments can help people affected by HIV/AIDS, focusing on the most vulnerable—the orphans. Her work involves the use of household datasets for quantitative assessment of how well government transfers are reaching the poor in these countries.


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Personal wellness is increasingly becoming a hotter topic for many people. Clean eating, essential oils, products made with natural ingredients, decreasing your carbon footprint, eco-friendly manufacturing, solar power, green energy … it can get dizzying trying to keep up with all the newest topics for living healthier.
I like simple, easy. Some may call that lazy, but I think that if something that's supposed to be healthy stresses me out that's not worth the trade-off to me. Two simple products that are making a positive impact for me (without adding dreaded stress) are MONQ® Therapeutic Air® Personal Aromatherapy Diffusers and the Guardian Technologies Energy Light.
Aromatherapy diffusers are everywhere, I can't take two clicks on the internet without seeing something about diffusers or essential oils. I haven't decided yet whether I'm going to invest in a home diffuser, but I figured that trying MONQ® Personal Aromatherapy Diffusers would be a good way to see if the effects of essential oils would be beneficial enough for me to research further the possibility of adding one or more room diffusers to my home routine.
MONQ® personal diffusers are hand-held devices that contain essential oils. Each blend contains three main essential oils diffused into an organic coconut-based vegetable glycerin base. Each blend indicates three prominent ingredients but includes around a dozen ingredients total. You can see a complete list of ingredients on their product page for each of their blends. All products are organic, natural and free of tobacco, nicotine and artificial chemicals.
This is a great way to add aromatherapy to a busy lifestyle because you can slip them into your purse or pocket and have it handy no matter where your day takes you. Each one is a really pretty color and the end of the diffuser is decorated with a jewel (looks like a little diamond). I love the way they look. Another benefit over room diffusers is that you get the scent straight to your olfactory system without it being mixed with other scents in the air.
Their newest collection features scents found in nature. These new scents mimic the calming effects that can be found by immersion in nature. Forest air has terpenes and phytoncides which are natural fragrances that "reduce stress signals such as elevated blood pressure." (Source: MONQ®)
The three new blends are: Ocean (eucalyptus, lime, tangerine), Forest (black spruce, douglas fir, sandalwood), and Mountain (juniper leaf, peppermint, scotch pine). The ocean and the mountains are two of my favorite places to be because I feel a sense of serenity and peace that envelope me when I'm in either environment. It's not just the clean smells of these environments that I love, it's also the sounds, the silence other than the naturally occurring ones. There are no vehicles, no sirens, no other people talking — it's just peace and quiet. It centers me in a way I rarely get at home.
There are many scents available that have been formulated to address different health concerns. I've been using these four:
- Sleepy – for tranquility and calm (Chamomile, Kava & Lavender)
- Ocean – for adventure and opportunity (Eucalyptus, Lime & Tangerine)
- Vibrant – for energy and insight (Ginger, Lemon & Spearmint)
- Active – for purpose and passion (Bitter Orange, Black Pepper & Sage)
I love these aromatherapy diffusers because they are so pretty and very easy to use. There's a small hole in one end, you just inhale into your mouth through that little hole, hold it in for a few seconds and then exhale through your nose. It's recommended to take 2-3 gentle breaths from the diffuser 2-3 times per day and the product should last for 3-4 weeks depending upon personal usage.
My adult daughter latched onto Sleepy right away because she sometimes has trouble getting to sleep. She had heard about the MONQ® aromatherapy diffusers and was excited that I'd gotten some for us to try. She really likes it and I like that it's an extremely affordable way to help her address her sleep troubles.
I've been using the other three depending on what I felt I needed each day. Energy and purpose sometimes seem to be hard to come by. We all get into a daily rut on occasion which can cause us to feel listless and without direction. It's been great to take a moment, use the diffusers and just let my mind settle and see what of importance surfaces. Because I'm such a beach nut, it has been awesome to close my eyes and take a few puffs from the Ocean diffuser and try to place myself in the sand, looking out over the water until the next beach vacation.
No matter what issues you have to address, there's a diffuser that is specially blended to help. Check out all the available blends and choose which one you think would help you the most and give them a try. You will not be disappointed.
I should note some restrictions to consider when deciding whether to try this product. According to the company's website:
Pregnant or nursing women should not use MONQ, and neither should people with asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, acute respiratory infection, or other respiratory diseases. Those with allergies to certain essential oils should consider which blends to use, if any. No adverse reaction is anticipated when used as directed by those without these conditions. —– MONQ website
As much as our sense of smell affects our well-being, so does our sight. Every year lately it seems that winter time and the lower levels of light seem to affect me more and more. It's not so bad when it snows because the available sunlight reflects off of that white fluffy stuff and makes the world look a little brighter. Unfortunately, where I live is far enough south that snowfall in the winter time isn't guaranteed, it's the exception rather than the rule.
That's where the SPA50CA 10,000 LUX* Full Spectrum Portable Energy Light by PureGuardian is going to come into play to help me out next winter. I've been turning this light on in the morning and sitting in front of it for about ten minutes to see how I feel after using it for a couple of weeks.
You can choose the intensity of blue light or white light, whichever you feel does the most good for you. With timer settings ranging from 5-30 minutes, it's pretty easy to set it, sit down near it and forget about it. It turns off automatically when time's up, too. Which is good for me, because I'm not the best judge when it comes to the passage of time if I'm not looking at a clock.
It's really easy to work this into my morning routine because I like to wake up about 15-20 minutes before I have to get the kids up for school. I need that alone time to wake up because I'm not very verbally communicative right after crawling out of bed early in the morning. With this small amount of time, I can make a cup of coffee and either check my email, read a book, or watch some morning news and just ease into the day before getting the kids up to do their morning chore and to get ready for school.
The unit is very light, weighing only two pounds. And the stand folds against the unit, too, which makes this a great item to take along with you if you like to travel or want to take it to the office with you for a little lunch time therapy. Even the packaging is slim, so you can tuck the box into your suitcase or just tuck the unit itself in between your clothes to protect it from damage.
On the rear of the unit, where the plug adapter port is there is also a USB port so that you can charge a device such as a cell phone or tablet while using it. They thought of everything! Except for speakers, because you know, tunes. But, seriously, it's a really great device and I'm really enjoying the effects I'm seeing while using it.
I've been using it most mornings for several weeks now. Even though it's not winter and there is spring sunlight, we have had quite a few rainy overcast days recently with cold breezes that have kept me inside. Even though I was bummed about not being able to be outside in the warm sunshine, it was great to have this appliance sitting next to me giving me the light that I need.
As if it needed more great features, there's one I must mention. Whereas the sun's rays can cause skin damage if you forget your sunscreen, this spa light is completely UV-free. Get the light exposure your body needs with no worry about skin damage. No sunscreen needed!
So here's a quick rundown on the features of this SPA light unit:
- -Bright light exposure of up to 10,000 LUX* can help improve your mood, focus and energy levels.
- -Full spectrum white or blue, UV free light, naturally help beat the winter blues.
- -Customize your session of light intensity, blue or white light color, and 5 to 30 minute timer.
- -Compact size with adjustable tilt for easy use and includes a convenient USB to charge your phone. Portable enough to take to the office.
- -LED Technology eliminates the need to buy or change light bulbs.
- -1 year warranty —– Source: Guardian Technologies
I'm down to try new things, always, especially if they can make life easier and better. MONQ® personal aromatherapy diffusers and the SPA50CA 10,000 LUX* Full Spectrum Portable Energy Light are keepers in my book. I just think they are really cool products and I'm really glad to have them.
What kind of personal wellness do you incorporate into your life? Have you tried any products similar to those mentioned here? Share with us!
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Basement of the Petersen Meuseum (Boot Hill Express), a photo by bcmacsac1 on Flickr.
Basement of the Petersen Meuseum (Boot Hill Express)
Fellow Flickrite corbettclassics told me the Boot Hill Express (designed by Ray Farhner) was down in the basement at the Petersen Museum AND HE WAS RIGHT!!! This is my favorite model car from Monogram and now a childhood dream came true I got to touch it and take pictures of the actual horse-drawn hearse(now hot rod) of the mid-1800s era. I asked this guy that worked there if it was really in their basement, He said , " Sure is, you wanna see it?……. WOW so here are the pictures of whats in the basement. If you join as a Petersen museum member you get access to the basement on special occasions.
With an old West concept in mind, an old hearse provides a most unusual basis for a show car. Originally a horse-drawn hearse of the mid-1800s era, the "Express" was built by Cunningham of New York. The coach body with its beautiful ancient carriage styling and black velvet curtains has been beautifully reproduced in this fine model.
The interior is completely detailed including even the wood grain floor and coffin rollers. Mounted inside is a complete 500 horse Hilborn injected Hemi engine with many plated parts. Long plated intake stacks protrude through the roof adorned with six carved ornaments, and body-length plated exhaust headers run below the body.
The one-piece frame mounts a plated '48 Ford read end and a plated CAE straight tube axle up front. Wheels are American mags, steering arrangement is a slightly altered '63 VW topped by a model 'T' steering wheel. Moon hydraulic throttle, push-button transmission and Stewart Warner instruments finish off the power pack. The seat and backboard are diamond tuffed. This type of upholstery was quite often used on old carriages such as the hearse. The unusual brass headlamps and tail lamps on the actual car are relics from India.


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Mouse Work.
There is certain rhythm that you fall into once you do enough work. The cycle of audition, rejection, audition, then (hopefully) small success. Rinse and repeat. I was obviously over the moon about this job, but I knew in the grand scheme of things it doesn't amount to much. But to me, it was everything. … Continue reading Mouse Work.


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Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Low Top (Unisex)
Staff pick
For comfortable, stable, inexpensive weight-lifting shoes, we love Chuck Taylors.
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Converse Chuck Taylor All Star High Top (Unisex)
Staff pick
High-tops won't add ankle support, but some staffers feel the added tension from the laces is a benefit.
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The iconic Chuck Taylors (aka Converse All Stars) need almost no introduction. These century-old shoes—with their flat, white rubber soles and white-laced canvas uppers—were initially marketed for playing basketball, which, given their lack of arch and ankle support, seems an unlikely use these days. And though Chucks have generally become a speciality item (at best) when it comes to fashion, they've experienced an unexpected athletic resurgence in the weight room as lifting shoes—for the very reasons they're no longer considered great for shooting hoops.
"When it comes to squats and deadlifts, for example, the cushion of a squishy athletic shoe can actually compromise the lift," said Eric Emig, a certified personal trainer and co-founder of Evolution Fitness in St. Louis. "You want to be able to feel a drive through your heels into the floor, which can be difficult when wearing heavily padded shoes. The extra effort to keep the ankle stable [on a padded surface] can take away from your ability to produce power for the lift making your lift weaker."
Kathryn Alexander, an exercise physiologist and personal trainer in Austin, Texas, added: "Imagine trying to do a heavy squat on top of a mattress; [wearing running shoes to lift] is kind of like that." She has lifted in her trusty black-on-black high-top Chucks for years. "They're pretty irreplaceable to me," she said.
As a personal trainer myself, I've even encouraged clients to squat barefooted, just to see how that feels, so they can understand how certain shoes can destabilize even a light or bodyweight-only lift. (Although lifting barefoot is technically fine to do in general, doing it on a gym floor isn't very sanitary.)
Several of Wirecutter's most avid recreational lifters wear high- or low-top Converse sneakers while getting swole. "They're cheap, flat, and you can wear them to and from the gym, so you don't have to carry a second pair," said staff writer Chris Heinonen.
Kevin Purdy, another staff writer, agreed. "Every trainer I talked to about weight lifting said Chucks are all you need," he said, "and I like their look."
According to senior editor Nathan Edwards, who describes himself as a novice/intermediate powerlifter, "Chucks are not tight, so they give you a stable surface for weight lifting without pitching your heels or toes too high." Both he and Kevin are partial to high-tops, though Nathan noted that the extra, ankle-high material doesn't provide any extra support. Compared with low-tops, high-tops seem like they provide more tension from the laces, he said, which "may be more psychological than anything."
The only real drawback to Chucks is that they are not suitable for running (see our guides to the best running shoes for women and men). And for cross-training workouts, you're better off with shoes that have a snugger fit through the heel and better arch support, said Paul Langer, DPM, a sports podiatrist at Twin Cities Orthopedics. But at the end of the day, "Comfort is by far the most important aspect in selecting shoes for any given task," he added. "Chucks are perfectly suitable for weight lifting as long as the person wearing them finds them comfortable."
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Three seconds after my husband and I decided we wanted to have a baby, boom: Pinterest board. I made this particular Pinterest board "private," and would secretly pin enough baby related material to give someone carpal tunnel. I felt like a crazy lady (okay, fine. I was a crazy lady.) So many things excited me about one day, god willing, becoming a mom. With how much I love to cook for my husband, family and friends; Words cannot explain how anxious I became to one day cook for my sweet baby. And to then, one day, share my passion of cooking with her (or him.)
A few months later, the magic happened. I'll spare you the fine details. My husband and I were blessed with the news that we were expecting our first baby! A sweet little girl that we would name Emma. We were honestly freakin' terrified. I don't think anything, whether you are "trying" or not, can prepare you for that positive pregnancy test. Nonetheless, we were so excited, felt so blessed, and already smitten.
Now, time to get cracking on putting that old Pinterest board to good use. I knew for a long time that I wanted to make my own baby food. Not only because I love to cook, but for the peace of mind in knowing exactly what was going into my baby girls belly. Not to mention, you can save boatloads of money. I definitely put my hours in researching the "how to's." Blogs, books, and Pinterest will be your best friends, but always consult with your pediatrician before giving your baby solid foods.
Our Pediatrician believes early introduction to food is extremely important for two main reasons:
- Developing allergies. He stated that if you introduce your baby to most foods before the age of 6 months, they are much less likely to develop allergies.
- Hope that your baby will possess a diverse palate. This one really got me. I COULD NOT have a picky eater. It just wouldn't work and I'd have to give her back. (That's a joke.)
With that being said, at about 15 weeks old, Emma started showing signs of being "ready." Holding her head up on her own, fixing her eyes on our food, grabbing at our food, sticking anything and everything in her mouth, unsatisfied after her bottle, the list goes on. After asking our Pediatrician, he assured us we could start giving her extremely puréed foods. He reassured us that if she wasn't ready, she would make it pretty clear.
Shocking: She loved it! As if my offspring wouldn't. Now she didn't (and still doesn't) eat much. Maybe a teaspoon a day at first and about 2-3 teaspoons a day now (18 weeks old.) We started Emma with squash (recipe here.) Sweet potatoes followed the squash and then spinach (this was a big fat 'no' for Emma, but we'll try again later). The second week of our journey into discovered foods I gave Emma avocado and applesauce. You guys. It was like this child discovered gold. It was at this point that I was moving much too slow for Emma and she decided to start helping me feed her by grabbing the spoon (with my help, of course) and putting it in her mouth. "WOW," I thought…this baby is going to be a professional eater and my job here is complete.
I'll be posting tons of my favorite baby food mash-ups along the way; As well as some of tips and tricks that keep it simple and fun. I hope you all enjoy that first puree as much as I did and of course, that very first time you get to feed your little sweetpea! Make sure you get every smile, sour face, and projectile spit-out caught on camera (you'll be happy you did when they're a pesky teenager.)
My Favorite Baby Food Makin' Products:
Baby Food Processor: BEABA Babycook
Silicone Freezer Tray: BEABA Multiportions Tray
Glass Food Containers: OXO Tot Glass Containers
BPA-Free Plastic Containers: OXO Tot Baby Blocks
BPA-Free Plastic Storage Bowls: Babymoov Plastic Bowls (Leak Proof)
Silicone Bowl/Placemat: EZPZ Happy Bowl
Silicone Bibs: Bella Tunno Bibs
And because she's just so dang cute….
Emma's First Feeding
When we discovered avocados..
Bon Appétit,


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West Lodge is a delightful 19th Century gate lodge and at one time was the estate schoolhouse, which might account for the unusually ornate slatework on the roof, which makes it look a little like a gingerbread house!
Although it looks small on the outside the Lodge provides comfortable accommodation for 4 people, all on one level it is ideal for anyone with restricted mobility (although note that the doors may unfortunately be too narrow for some wheelchairs). The private garden makes a lovely spot to sit and enjoy the views and wildlife which abounds in the adjoining woods, hedges and fields all around the cottage. The birdsong here is a rich orchestral symphony which you can enjoy whilst having a BBQ and watching the sun set behind Criffel. The lovely enclosed cottage garden boasts two palm trees which are a feature of the mild local climate due to the affects of the gulf Stream! .
There are superb sea views over the Solway Firth to the Lake District hills, the Isle of Man, along the Colvend Coast to Southerness lighthouse and the Portling cliffs, there are also inland views to the areas outstanding land mark Criffel and the Waterloo Memorial at New Abbey. These latter two make good walks and there are also walks can be had from the back door over the Estate and not to me missed down onto Powillimount beach just 500 metres away. A slightly longer stroll which takes in the beach and leads you on to the village of Carsethorn with the Steamboat Inn where your efforts may be rewarded with really good food, it is also dog friendly and has outside seating on the water's edge, so that you can enjoy the views over the estuary.
Arbigland Estate is the ideal base for mountain biking, birdwatching, golf or collapsing and revelling in the amazing surroundings. The South Carse equestrian centre is close by so you can bring your horse with you and keep him in the livery yard tto allow you both to enjoy riding on the beach and around the bridleways on the estate. Local history in on the door step with the cottage that John Paul Jones, famous for being the founder of the American Navy was born on the Estate and now open as a museum to him, the Museum makes for an interesting visit.
The marvellous wildlife and birdwatching at the RSPB Mersehead Reserve just a few miles along the coast should not be missed. The reserve is particularly spectacular in winter with thousands of geese and other over wintering wildfowl present but in summer is also worth a visit with pleasant walks through the reserve woodlands down to the beach. During the winter the reserve also runs Badger Watching and other events.
Cycling and walking are particularly well catered for with numerous coastal walks and also Forestry Commission Woodlands including the 7Stanes Mountain Bike Routes which have been laid out in a number of the Forestry Commission properties across the region. The closest of these are at Dalbeattie and Mabie Woods both of which provide superb and spectacular settings for quiet walks or testing strenuous mountain biking routes. The famous Southerness Links golf course is close by, together with other less testing courses in the local area.
If you are looking to explore Scotland's culture and heritage you are spoilt for choice with numerous historic sites to explore including Sweetheart Abbey in New Abbey together with one of the oldest Corn Mills, also maintained by Historic Scotland. Connections with Burns can be explored in Dumfries and other villages including Ellisland Farm at Holywood where Burns farmed for a number of years.
Damage Deposit £150
Let weekly Saturday to Saturday, short breaks are accepted throughout the year but are only bookable if within 2 weeks of arrival during High & Peak periods
Accommodation for 4 on one level: Open plan Lounge/Dining Room/ Kitchen with wood burner; Double Bedroom; Twin Bedroom, Bathroom with over bath shower
Services: Central heating & Electricity included (allowance of 8hrs/day heating included in the price) * Wood burner with initial supply of logs * Bed linen & towels are NOT provided * Washing Machine * Dishwasher * Fridge & Freezer * Electric Oven & Hob * Microwave * Wifi * TV with DVD Player * CD Player * Cot & Highchair * Enclosed Garden * Bicycle Storage * Car parking for 2 cars *2 Pets welcome.
EXTRAS: £20 per dog/week.
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|£395 Per unit per week
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.


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By News and Media Relations, Strategic Commincations
"Joanna Regulska, vice provost and associate chancellor of Global Affairs, and Wesley Young, director of Services for International Students and Scholars, issued the following statement today (Jan. 30):
You have undoubtedly seen the news in the last few days regarding President Trump's executive order that prevents people from seven countries (Iran, Iraq, Syria, Sudan, Libya, Yemen and Somalia) from entering the United States.
We are very concerned about how this decision affects students and scholars in the UC Davis community. While we all understand the importance of keeping the United States safe, we also believe that this executive order is not consistent with the values that we know are an integral part of the university and the Davis community."
Read more at UC Davis News.


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Skinny 105 jeans in black power denim
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These 5-pocket skinny 105 jeans come in total black denim cotton denim. The style is finished off by the shiny branded tag on the rear and by the back pockets with mini-rhinestones that add sparkle and a touch of glamour to the outfit. A versatile, feminine style to wear morning and evening.
External fabric: 87% Cotton, 10% Elastomultiester-Elasterel-P, 3% Elastane-Spandex; Lining: 80% Polyester, 20% Cotton
Wash max 30°C / Do not bleach / Do not tumble dry / Ironing maximum temperature 110°C - without steam / Do not dry clean
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Community events are run in the Village Hall throughout the year for local residents. They are for all ages and everyone is very welcome.
Events for Sept to Dec 2019
Wednesday 11th Sept | Medi – Community Cinema – Fisherman's Friends
Doors open at 6.45pm. Tickets £5
Saturday 14th Sept | Medi– Quiz Night | Noson Cwis
7.30pm– 10pm.Village Hall– Test your general knowledge!
£5 to enter. Includes a Ploughman's Supper. Licenced Bar.
Sunday 22nd Sept | Medi– Boules and BBQ
12noon– 4pm. Parc Owain
Come and try your hand at boules and enjoy a burger and beer!
All ages welcome! Kid's games available on the day.
Saturday 5th October | Hydref– Children's Market.
10am till 12noon. Good quality, pre-loved clothes and toys.
£10 to book a table. Please call 07494555125
Wednesday 9th October | Hydref – Community Cinema – Rocketman
Doors open at 6.45pm film start 7.30pm . Tickets £5
Saturday 9th November | Tachwedd– Fireworks Night
Annual fireworks display and festivities! Food available from 6pm Fireworks 6.30 prompt. Tickets Adults £5 Children £2.50 Family £15 under 5's Free. Licensed bar.
Wednesday 13th November | Tachwedd – Community Cinema – Yesterday
Doors open at 6.45pm film start 7.30pm . Tickets £5
Saturday 16th November / Tachwedd – Community Cinema – Aladdin-
Our first Family Entertainment film!
Doors open at 2.30pm film start 3.00pm. Tickets £5 includes Popcorn and drink.
Sunday 1st Dec | Rhagfyr
Children's Christmas Party 12.00 – 2.00pm
Carols and Lighting the Christmas Tree 6.00pm on the green by the postbox.
Wednesday 22nd January | Rhagfyr
Change of Date
Senior Citizens Event 6.30pm
Contact Shena Sarjeant 01446774703
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Bathroom renovation and interior painting
This is my second time I hired Sullivan Handyman. Sidney and Honor helped me to do major renovations to my new house. My ensuite bathroom didn't have a door. They helped me install a door to separate the ensuite bathroom from my master bedroom. They did a great job. They also painted my dinning room, living room, kitchen and hallways. The paint job looks fantastic. Sidney is very knowledgeable and is able to solve all kinds of problems. Before finishing the project, Sidney in just 10 minutes helped us to solve and fix an 18-year old plumbing problem left by the previous owner. I will recommend Sullivan to my friends and family.
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you have a beautiful home. it was definitely a pleasure to work with you on this project. The colors you picked were just right for the layout. cheers and good luck in you home.


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Did you see Audi before multi-casualty collision in Radlett?
PUBLISHED: 13:58 05 June 2019 | UPDATED: 13:58 05 June 2019
Were you a witness to a crash in Radlett over the weekend?
Multiple people were hurt on Friday, May 31 in Radlett on Harper Lane, when at about 3.30pm a white Volkswagen Transporter shuttle, a white Audi A3 and a grey Volkswagen Passat collided.
East of England Ambulance Service sent a rapid response vehicle and eight ambulances to take patients from the scene to Watford General Hospital.
Although it was initially thought there were five people injured, it is now reported that nine people were involved.
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Seven people had minor injuries, one person sustained wrist and sternum fractures, and another person suffered injuries serious enough to require surgery.
Herts police officers are now appealing for witnesses to the crash.
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It seems American dance JoJo Siwa has become a big fan of Kim Kardashian's husband Kanye West after him at the rehearsals.
The "Only Getting Better" singer met West on Saturday and is all praises for him ever since. The dancer even posted about their encounter on her social media.
In the picture shared by JoJo, she looks perfect in her signature peace sign as she wears her trademark rainbow bow while graces the picture with his Stormi World shirt from Stormi Webster's first birthday party.
She not only appeared excited in the picture but also expressed her excitement in the caption of the photo. She wrote,
At Tour rehearsals today and Kanye was rehearsing in the stage next to us! seriously I've met a lot of people, and Kanye and Kim are literally 2 of the most wonderful people I've ever met! Thank you for being so supportive!"
Previously, JoJo also had a meeting with Kim Kardashian and Kanye's daughter North West as they appeared in her famous YouTube videos. The 15 years old spent her day babysitting Nort. They even played hide-and-seek and also made glitter slime, and danced as well.
North even remarked her day spent with JoJo as "the best day ever" as her mom Kim tried to get her out of the house.
Kim, however, did not mention the real reason behind her stay at JoJo's house initially but it seems it was to shoot North's cameo in one of JoJo's videos. In fact, Kim had hinted of it, days before 2019 Kids' Choice Awards.


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For EU citizens.
In principle, there are no border controls between Schengen countries (some temporary exceptions may apply). An ID is the minimum type of identification that may be required in case of control.
The first advice is to make sure you keep these documents safe while traveling, their loss is always a difficult moment and can in some cases lead to very complicated situations.
Airlines verify your identity for two reasons: to ensure that you are the passenger they have sold the ticket to and to ensure that you can actually enter the country you travel to as they could either receive fines or have to repatriate you in case of refusal of entry. Consequently Airlines tend to err on the "cautious side" and sometimes request more than actually needed. Their conditions of carriage should help you know what to do.
In case of theft or loss of your identity document, you should promptly report it to the local police who will issue a notice.
This notice could be sufficient for traveling, however we recommend to ensure it is the case by asking the customer service and keep track of what they tell you (preferably in writing) as cases of denied boarding still exist in such situations (different appreciations between customer service and ground agents).
A notarised copy of your passport will help you to obtain replacement but will not allow you to travel.
In any case, it is always better to contact your local consulate immediately in order to obtain a temporary travel document. As these are official documents, and despite having a limited validity, they will allow border crossing.
Once back you should follow the regular procedures of your country to obtain the replacement documents.
You should note that in most countries within Schengen once a the declaration of loss of an identity document has been filed, the document loses validity (don't try to re-use it if you find it, send it back to the authorities of your country).
Also remember that a driving licence is not considered as a travel document. Passports are, Id cards also but only within Schengen if you are a EU citizen.


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X-Ray Optics
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Part of the Springer Series in Optical Sciences book series (SSOS, volume 98)
Part of the Springer Series in Optical Sciences book series (SSOS, volume 98)
The generation of radiation with well-defined frequency and wavelength, and the ability to precisely determine these quantities, are of fundamental importance in physics and other natural sciences. Monochromatic radiation enables both very accurate structure determinations and studies of the dynamics of living and non-living matter. It is crucial for the realization of standards of time and length, for the determination of fundamental constants, and for many other aspects of basic research.
Bragg backscattering from perfect crystals is a tool for creating, manipulating, and analyzing x-rays with highest spectral purity. It has the unique feature of selecting x-rays with narrow spectral bandwidth. This book describes the theoretical foundations and principles of x-ray crystal optics with high spectral resolution. Various experimental studies and applications are presented and the author also addresses the development of instrumentation, such as high-resolution x-ray monochromators, analyzers, wavelength meters, resonators, and interferometers. The book will be a valuable source of information for all students and researchers working in the field of x-ray optics.


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Caglar Oskay delivered an invited lecture at Virginia Commonwealth University
Lecture Title: Bridging Computational Materials Science and Structural Mechanics: A New Paradigm for Predictive Simulation
Location: Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering Department, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA.
Over the past couple of decades, tremendous effort has been devoted to the development of multiscale computational modeling and simulation strategies for physics-based prediction of structural response. Among these strategies, concurrent multiscaling holds great potential in effectively bridging the "material" response to that of the "structure". Yet these approaches are so computationally intensive that they remained within the academic realm, and have yet to make impact on realistic engineering problems.
We propose the Eigendeformation-based Reduced Order Homogenization Method (EHM) for computationally efficient and accurate concurrent multiscale analysis. We build and demonstrate this method to predict the response of structures made of polycrystalline materials, where crystal plasticity finite element (CPFE) simulations are concurrently coupled to a large scale structural analysis. EHM employs the idea of precomputing certain information on the material microstructure such as the influence functions, localization operators and coefficient tensors through RVE scale simulations, prior to the macroscale analysis. The reduced order modeling is achieved by being selective in what "physics" we choose to embed at the fine scales, as well as by developing sparse and scalable computational algorithms that can very efficiently solve the resulting multiscale systems.
We demonstrate the efficiency of the proposed approach in simulating the response of large structural problems (resolving each grain throughout the domain of the structure!) with modest computational resources. We also demonstrate the ability of the reduced order model to accurately capture the local, grain-scale features (grain level stress, strain, dislocation density evolution) and failure initiation mechanisms in the context of a high-performance titanium alloy (Ti-6242S).


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GrandNode allows you to create unlimited vendors accounts. First part of article describes Vendors Settings, second desribes each aspect of multi-vendor support.
To manage vendors you should go to Customers -> Vendors.
If you want to add new vendor, just click button in the top-right corner "Add new". You will see following window:
Here you need to fill following fields:
Name - Vendor name
Description - Vendor description
Email - Vendor email
Picture - Vendor Picture
Store - You can assign vendor to the specified store (Only if you are using multi-store feature)
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Allow customers to select page size - Customers can choose how many vendors they want see on vendors navigation block
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25 June 2018
Energy & Natural Resources Norway
Regulation of emergency preparedness on NCS
Consequence of breach of regulation
Is more specific regulation required?
Operators and non-operating petroleum licensees on the Norwegian Continental Shelf (NCS) must establish emergency preparedness and implement measures to deal with any risks to their petroleum activities. Traditionally, this emergency preparedness planning has been directed towards conventional risks, such as:
Recently, due to increased digitalisation, integrated operations and the utilisation of digital data in the operation and monitoring of petroleum activities, cybersecurity is also becoming a major concern for the oil and gas industry. For example, several Norwegian government reports and industry initiatives have focused on information and communication technology (ICT) and cybersecurity. Incidents relating to both deliberate cyberattacks and digital errors have made the industry worldwide more aware of the potential risks relating to the sector's increased digitalisation. Recently, at least seven natural gas pipeline operators in United States were the victims of hackers that targeted the third-party communications system of Latitude Technologies, while other pipeline owners were also directly hacked. In the past decade, there have been plenty of incidents, such as the attack on the Baku-Ceyhan pipeline (Turkey, 2008) and the Saudi-Aramco malware attack (Shamoon virus, 2012). An example of an accidental digital security breach was the Mongstad incident in Norway (Statoil, 2014), in which outsourced IT personnel managed to accidentally access the operational systems for Statoil's loading terminal in its Mongstad facility, disrupting an ongoing loading operation.
This update presents an overview of the regulation of emergency preparedness and safety precautions against digital threats on the NCS.
Regulation of emergency preparedness on NCS
The Norwegian Petroleum Act and several other sector laws regulate the health and safety aspects of NCS petroleum activities, including emergency preparedness. The regulation is largely founded on a functional and risk-based system, establishing goal-oriented objectives and overriding principles, rather than technical and operational requirements. The responsibility for choosing individual solutions on how to reach these goals rests with the operator and the non-operating licensees, guided by detailed guidelines and industry standards adopted or endorsed by the Petroleum Safety Authority (PSA).
An overriding principle established in Section 10-1 of the Petroleum Act is that petroleum activities must be conducted in "a prudent manner" and, among other objectives, take due account of "the financial values which the facilities and vessels represent, including also operational availability". Cyber risks may well threaten operational availability. The overall health and safety objective for petroleum activities is stipulated in Section 9-1 of the act, which states that "petroleum activities shall be conducted in such manner as to enable a high level of safety to be maintained and further developed in accordance with the technological development".
This principle is relevant in the context of this update as it presupposes technological development as a means of enhanced health and safety levels, but also the creation of new types of risk relating to such technological development. An example of new technology that may make conventional risks more probable is drone technology, which is widespread and may be misused as a means to launch attacks on facilities.
Specifically addressing emergency preparedness, the Petroleum Act further requires that:
The licensee and other participants in the petroleum activities shall at all times maintain efficient emergency preparedness with a view to dealing with accidents and emergencies which may lead to loss of lives or personal injuries, pollution or major damage to property. (Section 9-2)
The licensee shall initiate and maintain security measures to contribute to avoiding deliberate attacks against facilities and shall at all times have contingency plans to deal with such attacks. (Section 9-3)
These provisions were enacted before cyber risks became a major concern for the industry and the preparatory works do not explicitly mention such risks. However, due to the functional regulatory approach and the overriding principles referred to above, the provisions are also being interpreted to cover emergency preparedness against cyber risks.
Section 9-2, quoted above, covers conventional risks, such as non-deliberate accidents and emergencies resulting from human mistakes, technical errors or weather conditions. These requirements apply to all participants engaged in NCS petroleum activities (both operators, licensees and sub-contractors within the whole range of the activity, including construction, service and supply and seismic acquisition).
The regulation of contingency planning against deliberate attacks (Section 9-3) only applies to licensees (both operators and non-operating partners), as these are the subjects owning or controlling the facilities in question. The term 'deliberate attack' covers a wide range of threats. Considering the requirement to develop safety measures "in accordance with technological development" (Section 9-1, quoted above), the interpretation is that this provision also covers deliberate cyberattacks.
The health and safety regulations elaborate on requirements relating to topics such as risk analysis and emergency preparedness assessments, emergency preparedness organisation and contingency planning and exercises. The requirements are general and functional with no explicit regulation of ICT threats or cyberattacks. The only reference to ICT risks covered by the entire health and safety framework is included in non-binding guidelines to a provision covering control and monitoring systems in the Facility Regulations. This provision recommends that "Norwegian Oil and Gas' Guideline No. 104 should be used as a basis for protecting against ICT-related hazards".(1)
Consequence of breach of regulation
Failure to comply with the regulation may result in various penalties and other formal and informal consequences. For instance, the PSA may order an operator to take specific actions to ensure the appropriate safeguarding of risks. Failure to address such orders or repeat serious breaches of applicable requirements may lead to more severe consequences, including loss of operatorship, revocation of the production licence or criminal charges.
The Petroleum Act stipulates that licensees have a strict liability for pollution damage to third parties. Should any breach of safety requirements lead to other damage to third parties, the operator and/or licensees will be held liable according to the general principles of the law of damages. Under the model joint operating agreement, licensee and joint venture party liability for such damages is joint and several.
The Petroleum Act also stipulates that licensees are jointly and severally liable for any such damages caused by suppliers and contractors engaged by the operator on behalf of the licensees. Internally, within the licence group (unincorporated joint venture), the operator may be liable towards the other joint venture participants if damage caused by non-compliance with safety requirements is the result of gross negligence by the management or supervisory personnel of the operator.(2) Failure to implement emergency preparedness or other precautionary measures against cyber threats could be considered grossly negligent conduct.
Is more specific regulation required?
According to the PSA's inspection practice,(3) the following are recurring ICT risk factors in the industry:
Could more explicit cybersecurity regulation contribute to lowering these and other security breaches?
The PSA's official view in this regard is that:
The PSA has taken steps to increase internal capacity and focus on cyber risks. While maintaining its support of the current legal framework, the PSA is assessing whether more specific cybersecurity regulation is appropriate or even required.
The functional legislative approach of the Norwegian health and safety regulations has the advantage of flexibility. Thus, substantial adjustments to cover the risks posed by the implementation of new technologies are not necessarily required. However, at least two separate government reports have questioned whether more specific regulation of ICT cyber risks could contribute to a greater focus on these issues by the industry. Further, the considerable scope of this type of risk – relating to virtually all parts of all petroleum activities – seems to justify a thorough assessment of whether clearer regulatory measures, more specific procedures and inspection practice is necessary.
For further information on this topic please contact Nikolai Brøvig or Gunnar Espeland at Advokatfirmaet Simonsen Vogt Wiig AS by telephone (+4751823200) or email (firstname.lastname@example.com or email@example.com). The Advokatfirmaet Simonsen Vogt Wiig AS website can be accessed at www.svw.no.
(1) This document provides guidance on how to implement information security baseline requirements in ICT process control, safety and support systems. In October 2017 DNV GL released a recommended practice tailored for the oil and gas industry, which provides a guide on how the industry should apply the International Electrotechnical Commission 62443 series of standards. The document was established by a work group consisting of industry participants and experts, with the PSA acting as an observer.
(2) Section 3.5 of the NCS Joint Operating Agreement.
(3) NOU 2015: 13 - Digital Vulnerabilities / Safe Society, an official report by the Lysne-Committee.
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Tue, 3 March 2009
My listeners may recall me talking about this, but for those who don't, here's a refresher:
The Bay County Historical Society had an antique appraisal fundraising event at the Bay County Historical Museum. The event featured appraisers from DuMouchell's , many of whom have appeared on PBS' Antiques Roadshow, and many of the appraisals were videotaped by the local PBS affiliate for possible inclusion in a local version of the Roadshow. The Partner (McGee) brought in a wooden statue of a centaur that caught the attention of everybody, and he agreed to go on camera with it. The program premiered on March 2, 2009, and indeed the centaur segment was featured. I don't have access to the entire program, but the trailer does feature an image of the centaur, and the PBS affiliate put the trailer on YouTube. The centaur is the last image in the montage just before the end of the trailer.
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