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Ensuring optimal Data Quality is a difficult and often problematic task for many organizations. A study of 75 executives conducted over the last couple of years revealed that only 3 percent found that their departments fell within the minimum acceptable range of 97 or more correct data records out of 100, according to an account in The Harvard Business Review.
The research, carried out by Thomas C. Redman, President of Data Quality Solutions, with Cork University Business School Lecturer Tadhg Nagle and Professor David Sammon, also revealed that on average, 47 percent of newly-created data records have at least one work-impacting error. "No sector, government agency, or department is immune to the ravages of extremely poor Data Quality," the authors concluded.
Is it possible to drive high-performing Data Analytics with so much data of rather dubious quality? Yes, if you take a pragmatic approach to the work, advises Andrew Patricio, President of Data Effectiveness Inc., during his presentation titled "Practical Data Strategies in the Real World of Poor Data Quality" at the Enterprise Data World 2017 Conference.
"Data reporting must be clean enough to propagate up the stack. If you have a beautiful analytics machine but you put in stinky data you get garbage out," Patricio said.
Steps to Success
Solving Data Quality issues to improve Data Analytics starts with having the business users articulate not what they want – say, a Data Warehouse or Data Lake – but the problem they're trying to solve. That way, they're partners in the effort and are equally invested in ensuring that the solution to that problem isn't just about technology but also encompasses training and new processes where necessary. "If you're talking about the problem to solve, whatever changes may happen in getting to a solution, your goal is still the same," he pointed out.
When it comes to the technology quotient, he also said it's best to just "slightly lead" the data processes that are already in place. That is, evolve the data capture system along with the processes and have the reporting sophistication keep pace with Data Quality. "Lead it a bit to give them room to grow from one solution to the next," he said, because there's so much work that goes into transforming data that you'll save time by making small iterations rather than huge leaps.
Drawing on his past life as Chief Data Officer at the District of Columbia Public Schools, for instance, he explained how it would make sense for a school system to move from a Notepad data entry system with poor process sophistication, Data Quality and reporting sophistication to Excel, before progressing from data cells to data records with a system like Microsoft Access. Only then could the journey progress to a Student Information System with normalized data models for strong process sophistication and Data Quality and a separate reporting system to add reporting sophistication to the mix, too. In other words, don't charge ahead and build a formal Data Warehouse for Excel "data systems."
It's equally pragmatic to prioritize the data you need to get into shape. That means putting attention on the data that feeds the analytics that inform the decisions that are being made in support of organizational goals. Not every piece of data needs to be at the same level of quality as the data that is relevant to achieving an organizational goal, whether foundational or value-adding.
In the case of the D.C. public schools, for instance, it was more important to have high-quality enrollment data than high-quality attendance report data. Why? The former directly relates to funding, he said,
"So, if you missed information on a student you wouldn't get funded for that student. The organizational goal of having money led to the outcome of having the enrollment audit be correct, so the analytics had to be right, which meant data for the analytics had to be right."
Get in the CAR
Organizations have to improve Data Quality in the long term but also make data-driven decisions in the present, all in the face of data entry mistakes and legacy data that could, for example, change definitions as regulations or mandates alter. So, what makes data good enough to be relied on for doing the jobs that need to be done now?
To that end he recommended embracing the ongoing CAR (consistency, accuracy, relevancy) data cycle. Consistency is driven by reporting and relates to a metric having the same value for the same parameter regardless of who pulls it. "If I get different numbers then no one trusts the data even if one of the numbers is correct," he said.
The same metric in different reports must be able to be traced back to the same source, and care must be taken to ensure that it isn't confused with a metric that has different parameters (in a school setting, for instance, truant absences are different from sick-day absences). Also, the time factor has to be considered, as legitimate changes can be made after a report is run.
"You can't talk about accuracy until you have agreement of the values being discussed," he said. Accuracy, which is driven by Analytics, depends upon using only good data. If there's a bug in the query causing a metric to be inaccurate, fix it. If business rule definitions are wrong or inconsistent, correct them, for instance.
"Once there's agreement that the number is consistent and reflects reality, the question is, 'do we care?'" he said. That is, is the metric relevant – does it matter toward meeting the business' goal? If it's not, then either the goal or metric must change. In the case of his work at the D.C. public schools, for example, once its truancy number was deemed consistent and accurate, it became possible to analyze the impact of in-seat attendance (which counts all absences except in-school suspension) on academics.
Ensure Everyone is Invested
One aspect not to ignore when it comes to improving Data Quality is the need to drive a Data Quality culture. "In the end, people enter data," he said, "so they must understand the point of Data Quality."
Take the case of the front-line worker who is trying to enter data fast so as to keep the customer experience moving along. Speed might result in creating data inconsistencies that later impact that worker's ability to reap any real value from reports. While it's possible to put in place validations and restrictions around data entry to help keep quality high, "there's only so much a computer can do to stop people from doing silly things," he said. The key is helping them realize why they shouldn't do that thing in the first place – "stop it at the source so it doesn't impact the reporting side," he said.
The best way to get to that is by not thinking of data entry personnel as users but as part of the data team. It's a mental shift and a practical one, too, that requires they have tools and training of how to do things in a better way and how to avoid making entry mistakes that take a toll on report quality. At the D.C. public schools, the approach Patricio followed was to connect the dots for data entry personnel: "Let me tell you what happens when you do x and how it affects the report you complain about," he related of his conversations with staff like registrars who inadvertently created enrollment overlaps by working around data entry procedures in an attempt to keep the registration process moving forward.
Nine times out of ten, Patricio said, if you show and explain how the algorithm you use to process the data doubles truancy or enrollment counts or whatever it might be, "they realize that later they will feel the pain themselves."
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other hand, her own African army has been so far strengthened that it
can actively support the Rhine army.
This idea may sufficiently explain the Morocco policy of the Government,
but there can be no doubt, if the convention with France be examined,
that it does not satisfy fully our justifiable wishes.
It will not be disputed that the commercial and political arrangement as
regards Morocco creates favourable conditions of competition for our
manufacturers, _entrepreneurs_ and merchants; that the acquisition of
territory in the French Congo has a certain and perhaps not
inconsiderable value in the future, more especially if we succeed in
obtaining the Spanish _enclave_ on the coast, which alone will make the
possession really valuable. On the other hand, what we obtained can
never be regarded as a sufficient compensation for what we were
compelled to abandon.
I have emphasized in another place the fact that the commercial
concessions which France has made are valuable only so long as our armed
force guarantees that they are observed; the acquisitions in the Congo
region must, as the Imperial Chancellor announced in his speech of
November 9, 1911, be regarded, not only from the point of view of their
present, but of their future value; but, unfortunately, they seem from
this precise point of view very inferior to Morocco, for there can be no
doubt that in the future Morocco will be a far more valuable possession
for France than the Congo region for Germany, especially if that Spanish
_enclave_ cannot be obtained. The access to the Ubangi and the Congo has
at present a more or less theoretical value, and could be barred in case
of war with us by a few companies of Senegalese.
It would be mere self-deception if we would see in the colonial
arrangement which we have effected with France the paving of the way for
a better understanding with this State generally. It certainly cannot be
assumed that France will abandon the policy of _revanche_, which she has
carried out for decades with energy and unflinching consistency, at a
moment when she is sure of being supported by England, merely because
she has from opportunist considerations come to terms with us about a
desolate corner of Africa. No importance can be attached to this idea,
in spite of the views expounded by the Imperial Chancellor, v.
Bethmann-Hollweg, in his speech of November 9, 1911. We need not,
therefore, regard this convention as definitive. It is as liable to
revision as the Algeciras treaty, and indeed offers, in this respect,
the advantage that it creates new opportunities of friction with France.
The acquisition of territory in the Congo region means at first an
actual loss of power to Germany; it can only be made useful by the
expenditure of large sums of money, and every penny which is withdrawn
from our army and navy signifies a weakening of our political position.
But, it seems to me, we must, when judging the question as a whole, not
merely calculate the concrete value of the objects of the exchange, but
primarily its political range and its consequences for our policy in its
entirety. From this standpoint it is patent that the whole arrangement
means a lowering of our prestige in the world, for we have certainly
surrendered our somewhat proudly announced pretensions to uphold the
sovereignty of Morocco, and have calmly submitted to the violent
infraction of the Algeciras convention by France, although we had
weighty interests at stake. If in the text of the Morocco treaty such
action was called an explanation of the treaty of 1909, and thus the
notion was spread that our policy had followed a consistent line, such
explanation is tantamount to a complete change of front.
An additional political disadvantage is that our relations with Islam
have changed for the worse by the abandonment of Morocco. I cannot, of
course, judge whether our diplomatic relations with Turkey have
suffered, but there can be little doubt that we have lost prestige in
the whole Mohammedan world, which is a matter of the first importance
for us. It is also a reasonable assumption that the Morocco convention
precipitated the action of Italy in Tripoli, and thus shook profoundly
the solidity of the Triple Alliance. The increase of power which France
obtained through the acquisition of Morocco made the Italians realize
the importance of no longer delaying to strengthen their position in the
The worst result of our Morocco policy is, however, undoubtedly the deep
rift which has been formed in consequence between the Government and the
mass of the nationalist party, the loss of confidence among large
sections of the nation, extending even to classes of society which, in
spite of their regular opposition to the Government, had heartily
supported it as the representative of the Empire abroad. In this
weakening of public confidence, which is undisguisedly shown both in the
Press and in the Reichstag (although some slight change for the better
has followed the latest declarations of the Government), lies the great
disadvantage of the Franco-German understanding; for in the critical
times which we shall have to face, the Government of the German Empire
must be able to rely upon the unanimity of the whole people if it is to
ride the storm. The unveiling of the Anglo-French agreement as to war
removes all further doubt on this point.
The existence of such relations between England and France confirms the
view of the political situation which I have tried to bring out in the
various chapters of this book. They show that we are confronted by a
firm phalanx of foes who, at the very least, are determined to hinder
any further expansion of Germany's power. With this object, they have
done their best, not unsuccessfully, to break up the Triple Alliance,
and they will not shrink from a war. The English Ministers have left no
doubt on this point.[A]
[Footnote A: Cf. speech of Sir E. Grey on November 27, 1911.]
The official statements of the English statesmen have, in spite of all
pacific assurances, shown clearly that the paths of English policy lead
in the direction which I have indicated. The warning against aggressive
intentions issued to Germany, and the assurance that England would
support her allies if necessary with the sword, clearly define the
limits that Germany may not transgress if she wishes to avoid war with
England. The meaning of the English Minister's utterances is not altered
by his declaration that England would raise no protest against new
acquisitions by Germany in Africa. England knows too well that every new
colonial acquisition means primarily a financial loss to Germany, and
that we could not long defend our colonies in case of war. They form
objects which can be taken from us if we are worsted. Meanwhile a clear
commentary on the Minister's speech may be found in the fact that once
more the Budget includes a considerable increase in the naval estimates.
In this position of affairs it would be more than ever foolish to count
on any change in English policy. Even English attempts at a
_rapprochement_ must not blind us as to the real situation. We may at
most use them to delay the necessary and inevitable war until we may
fairly imagine we have some prospect of success.
If the Imperial Government was of the opinion that it was necessary in
the present circumstances to avoid war, still the situation in the world
generally shows there can only be a short respite before we once more
face the question whether we will draw the sword for our position in the
world or renounce such position once and for all. We must not in any
case wait until our opponents have completed their arming and decide
that the hour of attack has come.
We must use the respite we still enjoy for the most energetic warlike
preparation, according to the principles which I have already laid down.
All national parties must rally round the Government, which has to
represent our dearest interests abroad. The willing devotion of the
people must aid it in its bold determination and help to pave the way to
military and political success, without carrying still further the
disastrous consequences of the Morocco policy by unfruitful and
frequently unjustified criticism and by thus widening the gulf between
Government and people. We may expect from the Government that it will
prosecute the military and political preparation for war with the energy
which the situation demands, in clear knowledge of the dangers
threatening us, but also, in correct appreciation of our national needs
and of the warlike strength of our people, and that it will not let any
conventional scruples distract it from this object.
Repeal of the Five Years Act, reconstruction of the army on an enlarged
basis, accelerated progress in our naval armaments, preparation of
sufficient financial means--these are requirements which the situation
calls for. New and creative ideas must fructify our policy, and lead it
to the happy goal.
The political situation offers many points on which to rest our lever.
England, too, is in a most difficult position. The conflict of her
interests with Russia's in Persia and in the newly arisen Dardanelles
question, as well as the power of Islam in the most important parts of
her colonial Empire, are the subjects of permanent anxiety in Great
Britain. Attention has already been called to the significance and
difficulty of her relations with North America. France also has
considerable obstacles still to surmount in her African Empire, before
it can yield its full fruits. The disturbances in the Far East will
probably fetter Russia's forces, and England's interests will suffer in
sympathy. These are all conditions which an energetic and far-sighted
German policy can utilize in order to influence the general political
situation in the interests of our Fatherland.
If people and Government stand together, resolved to guard the honour of
Germany and make every sacrifice of blood and treasure to insure the
future of our country and our State, we can face approaching events with
confidence in our rights and in our strength; then we need not fear to
fight for our position in the world, but we may, with Ernst Moritz
Arndt, raise our hands to heaven and cry to God:
"From the height of the starry sky
May thy ringing sword flash bright;
Let every craven cry
Be silenced by thy might!"


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NCC Employees Participate in HLAA Walk4Hearing
Despite the unusual snow storm that fell over Washington, D.C. in late October, the weather was ideal for Team NCC and the other 43 Walk4Hearing teams who gathered at the beautiful Tidal Basin Park for a 5K walk to raise awareness and help eradicate the stigma associated with hearing loss. Fundraising efforts by NCC employees resulted in over $2,500 donated toward national and local programs that include advocacy efforts, education, and outreach to veterans. On November 6th, 20 NCC employees and their friends, loved ones, and even furry family members came together at the Tidal Basin, making it the highest turnout for our company in the three years we have participated in the Walk4Hearing.
Prior to beginning the walk, members of Team NCC prepped and hydrated themselves while enjoying live entertainment from jugglers, magicians, and clowns. Ronnie Adler, the Hearing Loss Association of America's (HLAA) National Walk4Hearing Program Manager, presented awards to the top individual fundraisers and announced HLAA had exceeded its fundraising goals for the year. She also read a motivational and appreciative message from the National Honorary Chairman, Washington Redskins Safety Reed Doughty (#37), who has been supported by HLAA as he copes with a genetic and progressive hearing loss.
As Ronnie fired up the soon-to-be-walkers, participants who were deaf or had a hearing loss could use their smart phones to view streaming CART text of her speech. When the ceremonial ribbon was snipped in two to launch the Walk, Team NCC joined over 300 walkers on foot to show their support. Members of our team posed for pictures and captured video to commemorate the brisk stroll around the Tidal Basin.
NCC's participation in the Walk4Hearing, including financial support from NCC employees who were unable to walk, reflects our company's dedication to supporting the deaf community and individuals with a hearing loss beyond our specialization in voice-to-text services. We congratulate HLAA on a record fundraising total that exceeded their original goal of $1.2 million, and look forward to supporting HLAA again at the 2012 DC Walk4Hearing.
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I saw a bug while I was treating a patient the other day. I still can't stop thinking about him.
Or her.
She was pretty, so let's call her a lady.
She was very small and roundish and was a delightful mix of shiny blue hues. Being a total pussy, I normally get pretty freaked out by bugs. But this one was endearing. I found her crawling around my Taoist altar, and from her tiny little point of view she seemed to be enjoying the arresting view of the vast landscape of hardwood floor and majestic chairs that seemed to thrust confidently into the heavenly ceiling… so I let her have her fun.
She scampered towards the wall against which the altar was laying adjacently, then slowly made her way over to the center of the altar. And she just sat there for a second. A part of me wanted to believe that she felt the energy there and wanted to bask in the glorious golden light of healing and tranquility that I've spent several painstaking months cultivating; the very golden light that allows us to realize that we're the manifestation of heaven and earth, and the eyes of the universe. The other part of me simply believed that she was just being a bug.
Maybe both are right.
But it any case, for a few moments, we stared at each other endearingly, or so I thought, then continued on our respective paths.
It was kinda nice. And I would be delighted to learn if she still thinks of me from time to time. Probably not.
I'm normally very protective of my space and of my patients. How bad would it look if a patient were to see random bugs all over my supposed-to-be-clean clinic? Pretty bad. Very bad for business. So normally, I would smack that bug into its next life, hoping its soul would shunt itself into a newborn human being (preferably with a rich family).
But this time around, this beautiful little bug reminded me of myself. Small, and wandering neither here nor there, possibly perpetually hungry and/or horny. I connected with her and saw myself in her, and I saw her in me. But before I turn this into a Kafka-esque rumination, it's moments like these (and there are quite a few of them) when I'm reminded once again that everything has spirit – from bugs to floors to trees to doorknobs – and that everything is still on an ongoing process of evolving from the initial creation of the entire universe.
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MoonCat's Astrology
Aquarians are a slippery lot. A fixed Air sign, it may seem that your water-bearing friend is always on a crusade or a mission. Well he is! When the Aquarian gets an idea in his head - there's no way of getting it out unless you come up with a better one. The Aquarian gets involved in a project, then in the wink of an eye he's off to start another. And every project has new, pressing importance.
So why are Aquarians slippery? Because the moment that Uranian lightning bolt strikes your ingenious friend, she will slip right out of your hands! Your Aquarian has the potential to save the planet, convert all her friends to a new religion, or take off on a dangerous adventure of discovery. And danger doesn't get in her way!
Your Aquarius friend or lover needs the freedom to follow inspiration, ideas and dreams. He thrives on communication and travel, excitement and changes, science and technology, the strange and extraordinary. Aquarius lives and breathes for new experiences. They help him to form his very solid opinions on life. You show your friendship best when you give him every opportunity to expand his mind to the fullest.
Also, your Aquarian makes friends wherever she goes, and each one is special in her heart. Understand that her openness is not a threat to you. Give her the freedom to make new and fascinating connections! Better yet, be a part of the adventure....
Feed your Aquarian with respect, friendship, unusual outings, group activities, modern clothes and new ideas. Show interest in his musings. Let her know how bright and intelligent she is. Protect your Aquarian from harm. You will be rewarded with devotion, fun times and a little wildness!!
The AIR signs, Gemini, Libra and Aquarius, are intellectual & mobile, they strive for reason and understanding ...............air is the mind, the first formation of ideas, the plan for creation
Fixed signs are stubborn and unmoving - Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, Aquarius
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Software developers and hackers are in a constant game of cat and mouse. When cybercriminals find new security bugs to exploit, tech companies have to quickly release a solution that secures those vulnerabilities. Just this month, Microsoft released a patch to eliminate a Word exploit designed to steal user information.
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There was a time when mobile phones were used exclusively for calling and texting. Now, they can do so much more. Regardless of your level of tolerance or skill for managing documents in such a small gadget, mobile devices allow you to send and receive email, download and upload media files, store data, and even […]
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text: Looking at modern dinosaurs, you will notice unusually rugose skulls in species that really like to kick the *#$^% out of each other (e.g. steamer-ducks, the Rodriguez Island Solitaire) so while obviously Dilophosaurus wasn't doing that, I wonder if some of the rugosity in, say, a Tyrannosaur skull relates to intraspecific agression. You can also see a picture of a very rugose giraffe skull in R. McNiell Alexander's "Bones", giraffes you will recall use those ossicones on the head to thwack each other in the sides. So I don't think claims of tyrannosaur head-butting are necessarily as far-fetched as they might seem- although obviously we shouldn't be overly quick to compare modern avians and giraffes with five-tonne monstrosites whose mouths are lined with six-inch teeth, either. > As far as the function of this ridge concerns, I haven't read > anything about it but I'd suppose (speculation of course) it was the > same of the cranial ornaments in e.g. neoceratosaurs, allosaurs and > tyrannosaurs: > intraspecific display. > > > > 2) How are the forelimbs of Desmatosuchus best described (choose > > one): > > > > -a bit longer than hindlimbs > > -same length as hindlimbs > > -a bit shorter than hindlimbs > > -much shorter than hindlimbs > > In Desmatosuchus haplocerus, the best known D. species, the forelimbs > seem to be about half as long as the hindlimbs, and quite more > gracile, the animal however undoubtedly being an obligate quadruped. > In Long and Murry's 'Carnian and Norian tetrapods from the > American Southwest' a figured humerus measures about 25cm, the femur > about 40cm. In the same volume a figured reconstruction of D. has > about the same limb proportions as in the well known 'Stagonolepis > reconstruction' which you find in every handbook. > However, I seem to remember Chatterjee mentioned a new, highly > derived Desmatosuchus species found in the Dockum near Post (Texas) > which he tentatively attributed a facultative bipedal posture (in > Padian's 'The beginning of the Age of Dinosaurs'); I haven't heard > anything more of this unfortunately, maybe someone else has. > > Pieter Depuydt > >


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It's a fact. Washington State is an amazing place to go to college. If you go to college in Seattle, Tacoma or Olympia, you've got easy access to all the big-city concerts, shows, nightlife and more you could want. Western Washington is filled with all kinds of places to enjoy the outdoors, from boating on the Puget Sound to hiking in evergreen forests or exploring Mt. Rainier National Park. And, after you graduate, there are employers in the area ranging from start ups to Fortune 500 companies.
Central and Eastern Washington also have educational hubs around Central Washington University in Ellensburg and Washington State University (UW's main rival) in Spokane.
But beyond the major universities, there are many smaller schools throughout the state also worth considering. To help you narrow down the choices, here's a list of large private and public universities in Washington State, including several state universities near Seattle.
Universities in Seattle
The University of Washington (UW) was founded in 1861 and is a state-supported institution of higher education. Fondly called UW (pronouned yoo-dub), this is the largest school in the state with 54,000 students and two other campuses in Tacoma and Bothell. UW is also an esteemed research university and draws graduate and research students around the world. This is an amazing all-around choice for degree-seeking students who want to live in Seattle, as well as those looking for continuing education opportunities as UW has a great certificate lineup.
Seattle Pacific University (SPU) was founded in 1891 and has a long history in Christian higher education. The school offers 4,100 students a comprehensive education based on the gospel. It is located just minutes from downtown Seattle. The school has 60 undergrad programs, 24 master's degree programs, and 5 doctoral programs.
Seattle University (SU) is one of 28 Jesuit Catholic universities in the United States. With 7,400 students, the school is large enough to have a solid range of programs, but small enough to have approachable class sizes (the average class size is just 19 students), which is a major boon for many students not wanting to go the full state school route. The school has 64 undergrad programs and more than 30 graduate programs.
Universities South of Seattle
Pacific Lutheran University (PLU) was founded in 1890 and is located just south of Tacoma. The university offers a strong liberal arts emphasis and is pleasantly sized with just 3,300 students. Class sizes are small and the school is known for its football team, its diverse student body and its publishing program. PLU offers a range of undergrad degrees, as well as master's programs in nursing, writing, marriage and family therapy, education and business.
University of Puget Sound (UPS) is the rival school to PLU and another solid Tacoma university. With 2,600 students, UPS is small and offers about 50 undergraduate degrees and limited graduate studies, but its size means small class sizes and approachable professors. Unlike PLU, UPS does have fraternities and sororities and it's also located in North Tacoma, which has many cultural attractions, restaurants and more nearby.
While UWT started as a branch of the University of Washington in Seattle, it has become a fully functional and independent campus (as in, you can earn a full degree without ever needing to go to Seattle). Its campus is still growing and uniquely intertwined with downtown Tacoma's community, as there are independent shops and restaurants located within the campus footprint. The degree offerings continue to grow and include undergraduate and graduate degrees as well as opportunities for professional development.
Evergreen is known for doing things a little differently. Grades are given in the form of narrative evaluations where professors give students thorough feedback rather than a single grade. There are few specific degree programs and instead students design an area of emphasis. The school also offers master's degrees, such as Masters in Public Administration. Evergreen is located in Olympia, which is about an hour south of Seattle, and is known for being laid back and a little quirky.
Universities North of Seattle
Western Washington University (WWU) is located one hour north of Seattle in picturesque Bellingham. It is known as a smaller public college with an enrollment of 15,000 students. This college is popular with students wanting to major in education. U.S. News and World Report has frequently ranked the school as the "best regional public university in the Pacific Northwest." Bellingham also has a lot to offer with lots of natural recreation, whale watching and a cute downtown.
Universities in Eastern Washington
The largest school in Eastern Washington (and second only to UW in the state), Washington State University (WSU) provides higher education to a student population of 28,000 statewide. The campus is located four and a half hours east of Seattle with locations in the WSU Spokane campus at Riverpoint, WSU Tri-Cities and WSU Vancouver (in Western Washington). The main campus in Spokane is located in Washington's second largest city, which has a much sunnier and snowier climate than Seattle.
Central Washington University (CWU) is two hours east of Seattle in Ellensburg. The university enrolls about 10,000 students and is a popular option for education majors. Central Washington offers a more rural college experience and Ellensburg is a small town not far from Yakima. Ellensburg is not far from the Cascade mountains, though, if you enjoy skiing and snowboarding.
Eastern Washington University (EWU) in Cheney has been around for 125 years. It is a regional, public university located four hours east of Seattle and only 17 miles outside Spokane, so even thought Cheney is a small town, students aren't too far off from city amenities. Programs by EWU are offered in Bellevue, Everett, Kent, Seattle, Shoreline, Spokane, Tacoma, Vancouver and Yakima. The school enrolls about 10,000 students.
Gonzaga University (GU) in Spokane was founded by Sicilian-born Fr. Joseph Cataldo. S.J. in 1881. It is a private, four-year Jesuit Catholic college and enrolls approximately 7,000 students. The university believes in educating the whole person as in mind, body and spirit.
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Iguana. Contentment. Fulfillment. Conserving energy and basking in the glow of the sun. Enjoying the moment. Slowing down to just simply BE. A simple yet powerful reminder.
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Living the Dream
One of my friends is in a band. It's a pretty good band. He's in it with another guy I know, and two other guys who I don't know. I used to jam with them a bit on weekends, and he told me that he wanted to see if he could actually make this work. And kudos to him, he's going and doing it.
His band, the Insurgentlemen, put out their debut CD, Cement, a few months ago. And even though I've listened to the CD, and it sounds good, and they've played a few shows, it was still pretty surreal seeing their CD on Amazon and iTunes.
Can't say that I'm not a tad envious, but I know that these guys aren't just partying it up, they're working very hard at their craft and I'm happy that they're catching a few breaks and building up a following.
If you make it big boys, make sure to think of me while you're having mad groupie love.


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Alphabet Soup of Skin Cancer (Part 2)
From news reports to marketing campaigns, we are inundated with the message to "wear sunscreen." It is valid advice, but I find most people do not really understand the letters printed across sunscreen labels. SPF…UVA…UVB…huh!? If you are not able to decode these letters and their subsequent numbers, how do you know that you are adequately protecting your skin from radiation from the sun? Let's shed some light on what these abbreviations mean.
1. SPF: This stands for "sun protection factor." In theory, this number tells you how many times longer you can stay out in the sun without burning than what you could if you were not wearing the sunscreen. Let's say you go out in the sun unprotected and you burn in 15 minutes. You decide to try a sunscreen with an SPF of 30. Theoretically, you could stay in the sun for 450 minutes (15 min x 30SPF) before you got the same sunburn.
I don't know about you, but I have never been able to stay in the sun for nearly 4 hours without experiencing a sunburn. Here's why: SPF factors are tested in very controlled environments. When sunscreen is applied to a test subject (either a person's skin or another surface which is used to measure UV light penetration) it is applied at a "thickness" of 2 milligrams per square centimeter. In order to cover the whole body, a person would need to use about 1 ounce of sunscreen (about 1 shot glass full) to achieve that coverage. Most people use half or ¼ of that amount and it's highly unlikely they are applying the sunscreen evenly over their body. Using less sunscreen reduces the effectiveness of the product. In addition, sunscreen gets gradually worn off with sweating, the rubbing of clothes on the skin, or spending time in water (even "waterproof" sunscreen needs to be regularly re-applied) and radiation from sunlight breaks down the protecting chemicals in that barrier over time. So, more UV rays are penetrating your barrier 2 hours after application than what was making it through in the hour before.
2. UVA and UVB: These terms refer to two specific types of ultraviolet radiation. UVA is ultraviolet light that can cause the skin to age. UVB is the ultraviolet light that is attributed to sunburns and skin cancer. (Think uvA for "aging" and uvB for "burn.") Because UVB is attributed to burns, it is important to note that SPF only measures protection against UVB rays…it says nothing about protection from UVA rays, which are also harmful.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA…I know…more letters) is implementing new regulations by the end of this year for more accurate labeling of sun protection products. A sunscreen labeled "broad spectrum" http://healthsavy.com/product/celexa/ should have an SPF of 15 or higher and should protect against both UVA and UVB rays. I have seen some products that specify they protect against both types of radiation, but anything with an SPF between 2 and 14 will not protect against UVA radiation.
3. Waterproof/Sweatproof: These are terms the FDA is not longer permitting as claims on sunscreen labels, in addition to the word "sunblock." Manufacturers can no longer make these claims because nothing can offer absolute protection and these terms may mislead consumers to believe they can. If a sunscreen is labeled as water resistant, it must include the amount of time (determined by standard testing) that a person can expect to have the same level of protection while swimming or sweating. (I was surprised to find the labels will say either 40 minutes or 80…no other time limits are permitted.)
I know some people that don't like to use sunscreen for various reasons such as fear of breakouts, concern about absorbing chemicals into their skin, etc. So, I should address other options available for skin protection when out in the sun. Smart choices in clothing, sunglasses, and hats can offer protection. When it comes to choosing your clothes for a day in the sun, pick something with a tight weave to minimize the light passing through the cloth. If you're not sure, hold the garment up to a light. The more light you can see through the cloth, the more sunlight will be able to penetrate to your skin. While even a ball cap is better than nothing, wide brimmed hats offer protection over your eyes, ears, and the back of your neck. Also, avoiding time in the sun between 10am and 4pm helps minimize the UV exposure you receive. Not only is this a great time to escape the heat and make a massage appointment (please pardon my shameless plug) but before 10:00 and after 4:00, the sun is lower on the horizon. At these positions, UV light must travel through more of the earth's atmosphere to reach the surface and so less UV rays make it through the atmosphere to your skin. Finally, be aware of how your environment can reflect light and expose you to more sunlight. Water, pavement, and the gypsum dunes at White Sands National Monument reflect more light than darker, rougher surfaces, leaving you prone to even more UV exposure.
I hope this information helps you avoid the misery and discomfort of sunburns and clears up confusion from those bottles at the drugstore. Be well and have a great summer!
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Dating back to the Western Jin dynasty, and re-published in Song Dynasty and Ming dynasty records before it faded away, the ancient Chinese appeared to classify aloeswood by the following terms 蜜香, 沉香, 鸡骨香, 黄熟香, 栈香, 青桂香, 马蹄香, ... [Read More...]
What is Kyara or Kynam?
Kyara/Kynam/Kinam is a tiny subset within aloeswoods in a very very small percentage. In a historical context, it refers to a special type/grade of aloeswood with unique and excellent fragrance properties. The Chinese have a saying that one needs an ... [Read More...]
Ranjatai – The Most Famous piece of Aloeswood
A large piece of fragrant wood drifting ashore onto Awaji Island in the 6th Century, and presented to the Empress Suiko was recorded in the Nihon Shoji. The ability of Prince Shotuku to identify this fragrant wood as aloeswood or Jin-Koh, suggests ... [Read More...]
History of Kyara
Kynam, qinan (奇楠), kyara. The esteemed names of a very precious fragrant material on earth that almost no one seem to truly know in the modern world today. Historically, the Vietnamese called it calambac, in Sanskrit, it was recorded as ... [Read More...]


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There is nothing more romantic than being in the vineyards of the Italian countryside. Natalie and Matt's special day was inspired by the food and culture of Italy that they fell in love with during their travels together. This fun, casual, romantic wedding took place in the quaint Giracci Vineyards under the magnificent oak trees and vintage historic buildings with the designing and planning talent of Bliss Productions. This beautiful day was captured by Scott Clark Photography with Bliss Productions having the honor to plan and design Natalie and Matt's special day.
Thank you to all the vendors for making the wedding so wonderful!
Planning & Design: Bliss Productions Wedding and Event Planning
Ceremony and Reception & Accommodations: Giracci Vineyards
Florist: Bloom of Time
Photographer: Scott Clark Photography
Rentals: Signature Party Rentals
Caterer: 24 Carrots
Videographer: Mission Visual
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Date: 05/27/2004
Writer: Linda Fresques, 575-646-7416, email@example.com
New Mexico State University graduate Valerie Fioravanti will participate in the 2004-2005 Fulbright U.S. Student Program to study creative writing in Italy.
nti, of New York City, received a master's degree in creative writing from NMSU in December 2003. She will be going to Italy to research a novel centered upon the experiences of two Brooklyn-born, Italian-American women as they question and explore heritage, nationality, tradition and disposition. The novel will investigate how Italian and Italian-American cultures and family life converge and diverge.
Fioravanti's short story, "Garbage Night at the Opera," received a special mention in the 2004 Pushcart Prize anthology. Her fiction has also appeared in "North American Review," "Green Mountains Review," "Cimarron Review" and "The Baltimore Review."
The Fulbright U.S. Student Program provides future American leaders with opportunities to study, conduct research and teach in other countries. Approximately 1,000 grants are awarded each year to pay for round-trip travel, maintenance for one academic year, health insurance and full or partial tuition.
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Serranocirrhitus latus Fathead Anthias / Sunburst Basslet
Anthias oh my dear Anthias, what beauty abounds our coral reefs non more so than in the sub family Anthiinae… for here lie the coral perches, without a shadow of doubt the most beautiful, delicate, gob smacking fish. No artist alive could create such vivid beauty. But slam on the breaks—do not go out and purchase just yet.
There are a few aspects to consider when looking at this group of fish. Forget about the colour, the reef compatibility, etc.—and let's look at their other traits. First and foremost is their diet. In the wild they hover around coral heads picking off small planktonic animals as they pass by. You will have to feed at least twice per day, the more feedings the better or they will stress out and quickly die. They also exhibit great shoaling behaviour, one that must be met in the aquarium, no less than five, and ten is better. This will take up quite a bit of stocking space and pressure on the pocket.
Another unusual fact like the clown fish they can change sex, if the large male dies then the largest female changes sex, in large groups, scientists removed all the males at once, the exact number of females then started to change sex.
I have chosen the fathead because they are the more hardy of all the family even though they are not the most colourful, yet gob-smacking in their own right. Also these will live happily on their own or in small groups of less than five. They shimmer in the light and are a fantastic sight to behold in any aquarium.
You will have to feed at least twice a day with small meaty foods such as brine shrimp, mysis, chopped cockle and mussel, and don't forget those vitamins to enhance vitality and coloration. Live brine shrimp once or twice a week will be gratefully received.
They originate from deeper down the reef slope so are not used to intense lighting. When acclimating to your aquarium turn off the lights, and leave them off for the rest of the day. In the morning you will have a de-stressed fish, that will live without light stress for the rest of their days.
The more hardy of this clan will still need a very high level of water quality, with total oxygen saturation, so they are only fish for the more experienced, and expect to pay around £30 – £40.00 each. If you decide to keep them it is a good idea to order as they are not common and you could wait a while for your dealer to acquire them for you.
You wont be disappointed with this beast, I personally would sell my body for one, but there are not many blind dealers around…
Family Serranidae
Name Serranocirrhitus latus
Location Indo Pacific
Size 9 cm
Feeding Small meaty vitamin enriched foods, at least twice per day
Reef Compatibility Great reef fish
Difficulty Medium/Hard, for the more dedicated aquarist


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Join me as we give our Savior back the first time in our day by dwelling on these verses first thing each morning. We cannot go through this season without giving the One it's named after glory for it. Make sure you keep me updated with what The Lord is teaching you through His word by contacting me or commenting on this post. Enjoy!
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Sinn Féin MEP Martina Anderson has said the Tory Brexit agenda will devastate the agriculture sector and rural communities.
Speaking after meeting with farmers and rural organisations and stakeholders in East Londonderry, Martina Anderson said: "On Thursday I has a series of engagements with rural stakeholder groups across East Derry alongside my party colleague Caoimhe Archibald MLA.
"We met with the Roe Valley Chamber of Commerce and Enterprise Agency and members of the Coleraine Chamber to discuss the impact of Brexit on rural areas.
"We also held a public meeting in Ballerin where we heard the concerns of farmers and those living in rural areas about the Tory Brexit agenda.
"These engagements are part of my commitment to keeping rural communities up to date with what is happening in the Brexit negotiations and how it will impact them.
"In all of those engagements it is clear that there is widespread concern about the devastating impact Brexit will have on our agriculture industry, the agri-food sector, rural communities and our rural way of life.
"In short, the future of the agriculture sector is in serious jeopardy as a result of this reckless Brexit agenda.
"In order to protect it we need to secure special designated special status for the north within the EU," she added.


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This laboratory exercise covers the following animals. You should learn this classification scheme and be able to classify the animals into these categories.
Phylum: Mollusca (Mollusks)
Class: Polyplacophora (Chitons)
Class: Gastropoda (snails)
Class: Bivalvia (Clams)
Class: Cephalopoda (Nautilus, Squid, Octopus)
Read Characteristics of Mollusks in the lecture notes.
Chitons (Class: Polyplacophora)
Chitons have a dorsal shell composed of 8 plates. A ventral foot is used for locomotion and for attachment to rocks. It pulls itself close to rocks for protection.
Observe the chiton on display.
Below left: chiton, dorsal surface; right: ventral surface
Snails - Class Gastropoda
Read Snails and Relatives (class Gastropoda) in the lecture notes.
Observe the snails and slugs on display.
Below: A slug. Slugs do not have shells.
Bivalves - Clams and relatives (Class: Bivalvia)
Read Bivalves - Clams and Relatives (Class Bivalvia) in the lecture notes.
Obtain a preserved clam for dissection and place it on a dissecting tray. Remove one of the valves (shells) by inserting a scalpel and cutting the adductor muscles on each side of the hinge. See the diagram below for the location of the adductor muscles.
Click on the images to view enlargements.
The photographs below show the anterior and posterior adductor muscles being cut so that the valves can be pulled apart.
The mantle is a membrane that surrounds the internal structures and is characteristic of all mollusks. The portion of the mantle from the exposed surface may have remained attached to the valve that was removed or it may be covering the internal structures. Find the mantle and if necessary, remove it to expose the internal structures of the clam.
Identify the foot, visceral mass, gills, and labial palps. The gills are large because they are used for filter-feeding as well as respiration. Food is trapped by mucus on the gills and moved by cilia to the mouth. Cilia on the labial palps also direct food and mucus to the mouth.
The heart can be found in the area dorsal to and slightly posterior to the visceral mass. The coelom of bivalves is reduced and limited to the area surrounding the heart. Because the coelom is reduced, it is difficult to see the digestive organs. Cut through the visceral mass and identify the intestine.
In the photograph below, the foot and visceral mass have been lifted so that the mouth can be seen. Notice the labial palps on either side of the mouth.
Squid, Octopus, Nautilus, and Relatives (Class: Cephalopoda)
Read Squid, Octopus, Nautilus, and Relatives (Class: Cephalopoda) in the lecture notes.
Examine representative cephalopods on display.
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Brian Shirley Sweeps MARS Weekend with Fayette County Speedway Victorymars
BROWNSTOWN, ILLINOIS – May 5, 2018 – The MARS Super Late Model Racing Series would complete its doubleheader weekend of racing competition in the state of Illinois at Fayette County Speedway in Brownstown, Ill. and Brian Shirley of Chatham, Ill. would sweep the weekend of the tour's racing action, picking up another $3,000 payday.
The win for Shirley would be second of the season with the MARS tour and his tenth career series victory and would come behind the wheel of the Bob Cullen owned Thomason Express, Kid's Castle Learning Center, Jayco Construction, Cheap Cars, Vallejo Inc., KBC Graphics sponsored #3s Rocket Chassis, Andy Durham Race Engines powered entry.
The drop of the green flag on the 40 lap, $3,000 to win contest would see Brian Shirley shoot to the early race lead, with Tanner English, Frank Heckenast, Jr., Tim Manville, and Michael Kloss in tow. The first of three caution flags would wave as the field worked lap two when Caleb Ashby would spin his machine in turn three and be finished for the night. The restart would see the top three positions unchanged, while Kloos would challenge Manville for the fourth spot and would claim the position on lap three. Shirley would extend his lead over English by lap ten and would start working slower traffic on lap twelve. As the race neared the halfway mark, Shirley would start to encounter more traffic, however, the caution would wave again on lap twenty-two when one of the tire barriers inside turn one would get knocked out onto the racing surface. The restart would see Manville work back past Kloos for the fourth position, as Shirley would begin to work the high side of the racing surface and put some distance back to second place running English. The final caution of the event would wave on lap twenty-nine when Logan Martin would slow in turn four and pull pitside for the night. The restart would see Shirley maintain the race lead, while Heckenast, Jr. would pressure English for the second position and take it on lap thirty. Manville and Kloss would battle for the fourth spot and Kloos would take the spot for good on lap thirty-one. Shirley would maintain a comfortable advantage over the final few circuits over Heckenast, Jr. and would claim the victory, while Heckenast, Jr. would settle for runner-up honors, with English coming home in the third position. Kloos and Manville would complete the top five finishers. The remainder of the top ten in the final running order would be Kent Robinson, Gordy Gundaker, Myles Moos, David Seibers, and Dean Carpenter.
The MARS Super Late Model Racing Series next events will be Friday May 11 at Farmer City Raceway in Farmer City, Ill and Saturday May 12 at Fairbury's American Legion Speedway in Fairbury, Ill., with both events paying $10,000 to win.
Further information on the MARS Super Late Model Racing Series can be obtained by calling Promoter/Race Director Chris Tilley at (606) 219-1723 or by visiting the official series website located at www.marsracingseries.com.
Official Summary of Results
Feature Results for MARS Super Late Model Racing Series at Fayette County Speedway in Brownstown, Ill. on May 5, 2018
1. Brian Shirley-Chatham, Ill.
2. Frank Heckenast, Jr.-Frankfort, Ill.
3. Tanner English-Benton, Ky.
4. Michael Kloos-Trenton, Ill.
5. Tim Manville-St. Jacob, Ill.
6. Kent Robinson-Bloomington, Ind.
7. Gordy Gundaker-St. Charles, Mo.
8. Myles Moos-Lincoln, Ill.
9. David Seibers-Chapel Hill, Tenn.
10. Dean Carpenter-Coldwater, Miss.
11. Richard Frost-Clarksville, Tenn.
12. Brent McKinnon-Carlyle, Ill.
13. Dane Dacus-Lakeland, Tenn.
14. Logan Martin-West Plains, Mo.
15. Tim Ratajczyk-Millstadt, Ill.
16. Charlie Cole-Wynne, Ark.
17. Caleb Ashby-Cunningham, Tenn.
Time of Race: 21 minutes, 48 seconds
Margin of Victory: N/A
Yellow Flags: 3 (lap 2, 22, 29)
Red Flags: None
Lap Leaders: Brian Shirley 1-40
Entries: 17
Wiles Driveshafts Top Qualifier: Brian Shirley 13.052 seconds
Provisional Starters: None
Heat One Finish (10 laps/all transfer)- Brian Shirley, Michael Kloss, Kent Robinson, Tim Ratajczyk, Dean Carpenter, Charlie Cole
Heat Two Finish (10 laps/all transfer)- Tanner English, Tim Manville, Myles Moos, Logan Martin, Brent McKinnon (DNS-Caleb Ashby)
Heat Three Finish (10 laps/all transfer)- Frank Heckenast, Jr., Gordy Gundaker, Dane Dacus, David Seibers, Richard Frost
Current MARS Racing Series Points (after May 5)
1. Tanner English-653
2. Tim Manville-635
3. Dean Carpenter-625
4. David Seibers-621
5. Caleb Ashby-619
6. Jason Jameson-388
7. Dennis Erb Jr.-386
8. Austin Rettig-380
9. Levi Ashby-366
10. Roben Huffman-358


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The way Du Ming Yue reacted caused Lin Shan to agree with the statement: The Heavens will never leave you with no path to walk on.
But very quickly, she was stressed again: Now that I am kicked out, where am I going to sleep tonight? I can't just wear this wedding gown and sleep by the door? If anyone saw me, I would lose all my face!
After pondering for awhile, Lin Shan suddenly felt hungry.
Whenever a wedding takes place, it is always the toughest for the bride and groom. They cannot eat for the entire day because there is just too much to do. However, although the bride doesn't eat, she doesn't have to move around a lot. Whereas, the groom has to handle and deal with all the relatives and guests. The worse is seeing all the food but not being able to touch any.
Now, her stomach was growling.
Ok! I'll deal with my stomach before worrying about where to sleep.
At this moment, a eunuch on his night shift walked by. Lin Shan swiftly reached out and pulled him over.
The poor eunuch only saw a pale white hand and a person wearing red from underneath the moonlight. He was scared shitless.
"Shhh!" Lin Shan covered his mouth, "Why are you yelling? I'm the Prince Consort!"
Prince…Prince Consort? The little eunuch snapped out of his fear and looked closely. With the help of the moonlight, it did look like the Prince Consort. Then, he started to panic.
Mother! Shouldn't the Prince Consort be with the Princess right now? Why is he here? And why is he looking at me in such a perverted manner?
It's over. Could it be that the Prince Consort ….has special preferences?
The little eunuch started to stutter: "P-Prince Consort…. w-why do you n-need my help?"
Lin Shan was smiling right now. She asked: "What's your name?"
"T-to respond back to the Prince Consort, m-my name is Fu Quan…"
Oh boy, this little eunuch looks like he has no guts. I can easily bully him! Lin Shan's eyes shone: "Xiao Quan, can you help me?"
Oh no. There is probably a 80-90% chance he wants me! Xiao Quan started to shake even more.
"P-Prince Consort….W-what can I help you with…."
"Take off your clothes."
I knew it!? Xiao Quan nearly fainted.
"P-Prince Consort…. although your s-servant is……b-but……"
"But your sister! Hurry and strip!" Lin Shan was frustrated. This little eunuch was way too nervous. I just want your clothes so I can change and grab some food. Why is he acting like I'm a ghost?
Unexpectedly, Lin Shan's angry reaction caused Xiao Quan to faint from fear.
"How troublesome!" Lin Shan frowned as she had no choice but to take the clothes off herself.
Fu Quan's body was rather small, so the outfit was very well fitted for Lin Shan. She was in a wonderful mood as she sneaked out towards the courtyard.
Scouting for food was extremely successful since she had this disguise. All she had to do was lie and say the Princess was hungry and wanted some pastries, and the servants immediately gave her the food.
This is what you call a modern person's intelligence!
Lin Shan was proud and happy as she carried the large case of pastries and found a random secluded spot to eat.
Wow, the food from the Ancient times sucks! It can't even compare to the potato chips from a supermarket. I don't even know how these Royalties eat this stuff?
Although Lin Shan was displease, her stomach couldn't afford to be picky. She stuffed a few down her throat and decided she had to find a spot to sleep. But she ate them so quickly that she started to choke!
"Water…water…water…." Lin Shan was desperately holding her neck. Originally, she thought her identity was going to be revealed and her whole family was going to be beheaded. What a depressing way to die. But she never thought she might die from choking. She wanted to cry from despair.
Water! I need water!
When one is rushed, one usually doesn't use the brain. Then again, Lin Shan normally doesn't really use her brain anyway. This time, she just relied on her instincts as she stumbled around.
She noticed a stranger in a metal uniform walking by and she rushed over and grabbed him by the arm.
"Water…I….need….water…." She was desperate and clung onto him like a crab.
The person appeared to be stunned but didn't do anything.
"Water…water…." Lin Shan felt like she was really not going to make it. Her eyes started wandering all over the place and it landed onto the person's wine bottle. Without a word, she took it and started gulping it down.
*cough cough cough* After coughing dramatically, the pastries finally went down her throat.
Phew! I didn't choke to death! Lin Shan was relieved and handed back the wine bottle to the guy: "Brother, thank you so much!"
The person still didn't say a word. He stood there like a statue.
Lin Shan didn't over-analyze because it was already late into the night. She was positive that the Royalties would have been asleep by now. She probably bumped into a guard or something. It shouldn't be a big deal. Therefore, she frowned: "Brother. Don't be so stingy. Your wine didn't even taste that great. If you're really that upset, I'll give you two bottles tomorrow! Hey.. why aren't you saying anything? Brother….."
Huh? Lin Shan was stunned.
Holy shit! This person is so hot!
She finally took a look at the guy. He was wearing a metal uniform and he looked extremely heroic. His nose bridge was straight and his eyebrows were on point. She could feel a powerful aura around him. If it weren't for the fact he was wearing a bodyguard uniform, she would have thought she had bumped into a Royal figure.
The Palace was really something else. You can randomly choose a few bodyguards and they will still look 360 degrees hot. Lin Shan suddenly felt that life was great.
"Brother, you look so handsome. Stop with the wooden expression. Smile. Come on, show me a smile!" She beamed.
The person's mouth twitched.
"Ai ya, Come on man. It's only a bottle of wine. Aren't you a bit too stingy? Oh I know! The Palace must be giving you a low salary! I'm telling you, they're all like that up at the top. They only care about filling their own stomachs and doesn't care about the well-beings of those under them. I wonder who deals with your salary?" Lin Shan went on a talking spree.
"The Crown Prince*." The person suddenly said.
Lin Shan was flabbergasted. Wow, not only is he hot, his voice is sexy too? How is anyone going to live?
"What? The Crown Prince is that free? He deals with the salaries? Actually, I guess that makes sense. After all, it's his family's money….ai ya. What type of wine is this? How come my head is spinning so much? Oh no. I can't handle it…." Lin Shan mumbled as she started to sway.
"Can you hold onto me? I can't stand still… I…." Oh my goodness, how come he wasn't moving? Lin Shan didn't care anymore and took the initiative and held onto the man's arm.
Then, everything went dark.
But before she totally lost consciousness, she didn't forget to touch a few times.
Hey! It feels pretty nice…! Ahh…losing consciousness.
*I'm not sure if the guy is referring himself as the Crown Prince, or whether he is saying the Crown Prince deals with the salaries. It was a bit confusing in the raws because he just said "The Crown Prince."
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Seven course 'wild dining' experience with Shropshire chef, James Sherwin, at Manor House Stables, Malpas.
This will be a lunchtime event and will include a 7 course surprise menu, Champagne on arrival and a guided tour of the world famous stables with the opportunity to see the race horses and their facilities.
Tickets are £70.00 per person but are limited so early booking is advised. For booking online, please click this this […]
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We will introduce you, step-by-step, to the essential elements you need to create a successful event. Whether you are holding a corporate event such as a product launch, road show, conference or […]
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Foodie Heaven at Stone Food and Drink Festival 2015
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The festival which includes tastings, live cookery demos, shopping, talks, drinks, live music, gourmet dining, adult and kids' cookery masterclasses, street food & a circus, is now in its 10th year and is busier than ever!
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The Prisoner of Heaven
Monday, September 10th, 2012
The Short Take:
This third entry in Zafon's cycle about writers and books, set in a magical Barcelona, is far gentler and more straightforward than The Angel's Game. Best of all the loquacious and highly entertaining Fermín takes a center role. As always, the writing is exceptional and the atmosphere moody.
The Angel's Game was so dark and complex it left a lot of readers scratching their heads. This volume is much closer in style and tone to the first book in this cycle, The Shadow of the Wind. That is good news indeed.
Though set in the late 1950s, a great portion of the book is a reminiscence of things that take place almost a decade earlier. It's Fermín's story and, as far as I'm concerned, anything that centers on this brilliantly humorous man is quite enjoyable.
Characters from both previous books appear, and others are mentioned in passing. A note at the beginning of the book claims each novel is meant to be a stand alone story, however, I would not recommend reading this one without reading Shadow first. You'll simply enjoy this story so much more if you do, plus you'll get all the joy that comes with reading that previous book. The Angel's Game, however, is not as necessary in my opinion.
A Little Plot:
Sempere and Sons Bookstore needs to punch up it's Christmas business. While Papa Sempere goes in search of seasonal window dressings, a dark and forbidding man enters the store, buys a very expensive edition of The Count of Monte Christo, and writes a dedication in it, leaving the book at the store for Fermín, who works there. Daniel, the son in the store's name, is both curious and concerned. He follows the man but learns little.
When Fermín finally sees the book, he goes white. Eventually he tells Daniel the story of his years in prison and the mysterious Prisoner of Heaven who changed his life — and who will still have an impact on both him and Daniel.
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What is Affiliate Marketing Affiliate Marketing is the model where marketer promote others products or services through a linked channel and get certain commissions from every sale. The Affiliate Marketing model is one of the most powerful, effective and rising marketing method in the world now. Amazon Affiliate Program Amazon is the largest ecommerce platform […]Continue Reading


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In all the cultures of the world, we have various symbols which can relate to abundance and wealth generation. I will provide the following 3 items which are symbols of wealth and good luck.
It is also related to the net. In the times of the vikings, the net and the diet of fish is critical to them. Hence the ability to catch fish is very import and a form of wealth. the Salmon and the fish is very important to everyone.
you see all the money and affects of the rich in the picture.