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Courteney Cox is revealing quite a bit these days. And no, we don't just mean how the 48-year-old actress declared at a Television Critics Association panel over the weekend that she'd be showing a lot of cleavage on the upcoming season of Cougar Town. Rather, how Cox talked openly about her ex-husband David Arquette during an appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show.
During the chat, which airs this Monday on NBC (check local listings), the former Friends star told the daytime host, ""He's my best friend in the world...I love him."" The pair, who started dating back in 1996 when they met on the set of Scream and married in 1999, filed for divorce back in June after having been separated since 2010. The two split custody of their 8-year-old daughter Coco.
""I appreciate David more now than I ever did,"" she said of Arquette, 41, later adding, ""I think we both appreciate each other more. I hope he does. I do."" While the two appear to be on good terms, Cox admitted the split is still not an easy thing for her and her family. ""I mean ... it's hard. I don't recommend divorce in general, but, you know, he is my best friend and we've both grown and changed.""
Even though it's sad about these two (wasn't this a Hollywood couple we were all actually rooting for to work out?) Cox's fans will, at the very least, get to watch her character Jules enjoy married life when Season 4 of Cougar Town begins on Tuesday, January 7 at 10 PM ET on its new network TBS.
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AFT News
December 2011
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Ambitious Partnership will Transform McDowell County (12/16)
Proposed Rules Will Benefit Home Healthcare Workers (12/15)
Communities of Color Oppose Punitive School Reform (12/05)
New York City Charter School Educators Join the Union (12/05)
Labor Leaders Laud 'Better Buildings Challenge' (12/02)
University Staff Keep Pressure On, Resist Givebacks (12/02)
November 2011
Agreement Provides Boost to St. Louis Students (11/28)
Rhode Island's Retirement Overhaul Will Slash Benefits (11/22)
Lack of Compromise Dooms Supercommittee's Efforts (11/21)
AFT Offers Support to Ongoing Occupy D.C. Movement (11/17)
Conference Arms Educators to Fight Bullying (11/17)
Unionists Train for Their Own 'Arab Spring' (11/16)
Education Week Looks at Labor-Management Cooperation (11/16)
AFT Reacts to Administration's Plans for Head Start (11/10)
Ohio Vote Is a Big Victory for the Middle Class (11/8)
AFT Members Shine at Early Childhood Conference (11/8)
Latest Employment Figures Show Need for Action on Jobs (11/4)
PEF Members Approve New Four-Year Agreement (11/3)
AFT Members Continue Push for Jobs and School Repairs (11/1)
AFT Conference Highlights Need to Work with Community (11/1)
October 2011
Ohioans Make Final Push to Overturn Anti-Worker Law (10/31)
Extended Learning Time Works if Done Well (10/25)
Connecticut Visit Highlights School Modernization Needs (10/24)
Weingarten: 'You deserve so much better than this' (10/20)
'National Spirit Day' Reinforces Anti-Bullying Message (10/20)
Lively Rally Urges Passage of Jobs Legislation (10/19)
Los Angeles Teachers Shine Under Intense Pressure (10/18)
AFT Members Rally for Jobs and Justice at King Memorial (10/17)
Public Schools Hardest Hit in September Jobs Report (10/12)
Red Cross Workers Vote Unanimously to Ratify New Contract (10/13)
AFT Members Join Obama and Biden to Promote Jobs Act (10/4)
Frontline Educators Make the Case for Pre-K Support (10/4)
AFT Unions March in Solidarity with Shipyard Workers (10/4)
September 2011
Teacher-Led Reform Shines in Massachusetts (9/26)
Bullying: 'Not Just a Part of Growing Up' (9/21)
Weingarten Protests Iranian Leader's U.N. Address (9/21)
AFT Advocates for Nursing Mothers (9/19)
AFT Expands Role in Combating Child Hunger (9/16)
University of Illinois-Chicago Faculty File for Union (9/15)
AFT Members Join the Push to Get Jobs Bill Passed (9/13)
Second National Teacher Town Hall Set for Sept. 25 (9/13)
Austin: Better Schools Start with Greater Trust (9/9)
Long Island: Collaboration Makes the Difference (9/8)
AFT Praises President Obama's Bold Jobs Plan (9/8)
Detroit: A Stronger Voice for Parents (9/7)
Labor's Story Left Out of High School History Textbooks (9/6)
State Employees' Wage Growth Is Flat; Pay Gap Persists (9/5)
School Support Staff Bring Fresh Hopes for New School Year (9/3)
Connecticut: Career and Technical Education at Its Best (9/2)
Union Plus Offers Assistance to Hurricane Irene Victims (9/1)
August 2011
Palm Beach, Fla.: Working Together for Students (8/31)
West Virginia: The Power of Partnerships (8/30)
Martin Luther King Jr.: A Friend to Unions and Workers (8/26)
Hurricane Postpones MLK Memorial Events (8/26)
Tours to Highlight AFT Members Who Are Making a Difference (8/25)
Union-Run Health Clinic in Haiti Open for Business (8/19)
Weingarten Stands with Striking Verizon Workers (8/18)
Wisconsin Voters Support Senators Who Stood by Workers (8/17)
Providence Teachers Rally Behind Job-Saving Contract (8/16)
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AFT Member Helps Expose Corporate Agenda for Education (8/3)
Taking back Wisconsin (8/2)
Save Our Schools Rally Calls for End to Teacher Bashing (8/1)
July 2011
AFT Family Members Awarded Union Plus Scholarships (7/29)
AFT Member Receives Reimbursement Under Credit Counseling Program (7/29)
AFT Leader Touts Value of Collaboration to Congress (7/26)
Union Members Beat the Heat to Curb Child Hunger (7/25)
New Site Exposes Secret Efforts to Kill Workers' Rights (7/14)
Working with the Community Makes All of Us Stronger (7/13)
AFT Awards Scholarships to Four Outstanding Students (7/13)
Everyday Heroes Honored for Service Above and Beyond (7/13)
Panelists Discuss Steps Needed to Make Standards Work (7/12)
Early Educators Push for More Professional Development (7/12)
Unions Key to Reviving the Middle Class, Krugman Says (7/12)
AFT Announces New Innovation Fund Grant Recipients (7/12)
School Health Professionals Address Barriers to Learning (7/11)
Weingarten Calls for a Quality- and Community-Focused Education Reform Agenda (7/11)
Speaker Offers Advice on Helping Struggling Students (7/11)
Mini-Institutes Look at Implementation of Core Standards (7/11)
AFT Healthcare Honored for Nurse Certification Efforts (7/1)
June 2011
AFL-CIO Announces Major Investment in Infrastructure (6/30)
More than 1 Million Signatures Filed for Ohio Referendum (6/29)
Senate Holds First Hearing on the DREAM Act (6/28)
AFT Spreads Our Message to Progressive Bloggers (6/22)
AFT's Florida Affiliate Sues Over Changes to Pension Plan (6/20)
Cortese Helps Send Off Special Olympians to World Games (6/20)
We Are Ohio Surpasses Signatures Needed for Referendum (6/17)
Red Cross Workers Return to Work and Resume Bargaining (6/16)
AFT's Anti-Bullying Campaign Kicks into High Gear (6/16)
AFT Affiliates Join Lawsuit Against Wisconsin Law (6/15)
Weingarten Keeps ESEA Priorities on the Table (6/15)
Union Opposes New York Pension Plan Proposal (6/9)
Weingarten's Detroit Visit Spotlights Teacher-Led School (6/7)
San Antonio's Lively Bilingual Event a Big Success (6/7)
Striking Red Cross Workers Bring the Fight to Washington (6/6)
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Illinois Federation Helps Stop Assault on Worker Pensions (5/31)
Recent Rulings Uphold Rights of Philippine Teachers (5/31)
AFT Public Employee Leaders Discuss Budget Pressures (5/27)
Judge Strikes Down Wisconsin's Anti-Bargaining Law (5/26)
AFT Leader Appointed to White House Advisory Commission (5/26)
Those Who Can, Teach. Those Who Can't... (5/26)
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Taking a Stand for Safety, Red Cross Nurses Strike (5/24)
Organizing Victories Keep Coming for AFT in Wisconsin (5/18)
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An Update on Senate Recall Efforts (5/13)
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Huge Crowd Rallies Against Proposed New York City Cuts (5/13)
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Nurses in Connecticut Vote for AFT Representation (5/12)
New Yorkers Rally Against Higher Education Budget Cuts (5/11)
Weingarten's New York Visits Highlight Collaboration (5/10)
New Hampshire Members Fighting Off Attacks on Rights (5/9)
AFT National Leaders Stand with Florida Educators (5/6)
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April 2011
AFT Ads Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week (4/29)
Weingarten Joins New Jersey Activists for Day of Action (4/28)
Classified School Employees Make Their Case in Congress (4/27)
Oregon Visit Highlights Work of Early Childhood Workers (4/26)
AFL-CIO's PayWatch Shows CEO Salaries Going Up and Up (4/20)
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Illinois Education Reform Legislation Puts Kids First (4/14)
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Faculty and Staff Speak Out To Protect Higher Education (4/11)
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Wisconsin Voters Reject Walker's Anti-Worker Agenda (4/6)
Conference Shows How Public Employees Are Fighting Back (4/5)
AFT Members Stand Together at 'We Are One' Events (4/5)
Weingarten Visits Two Innovative Schools in Boston (4/5)
March 2011
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University of Washington Lecturers Vote for the Union (3/29)
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AFT Marks 100 Years Since Triangle Shirtwaist Fire (3/25)
Another Group of Wisconsin Faculty Vote for the Union (3/24)
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Healthcare Reform Law Reaches a Milestone (3/23)
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In praise of financial resilience
Published on - December 5th, 2013 (by J.D. Roth)
Note: This article is from J.D. Roth, who founded Get Rich Slowly in 2006. J.D.'s non-financial writing can be found at More Than Money.
I had lunch with my friend Craig a few months ago. Craig is an architect, and he took me on a tour of his company's offices. "The cool thing about this building," he told me, "is that it's especially resilient." I could tell from the way he said it that the word resilient meant something a little different than what I might expect.
"What do you mean?" I asked.
Craig explained. "In architecture, resilience refers to a structure's ability to return to its original state after a disturbance. Say strong winds cause a skyscraper to sway or an earthquake shakes a house. If they're resilient, those buildings move with the outside forces but then return to normal when things calm down."
"Ah," I said. "When I talk about personal finance, I preach resilience."
"Sure," he said. "Resilience is a good thing, both in buildings and in people."
Ten years ago, when I was still struggling with money, my finances were not resilient. I had no savings, and I was living paycheck to paycheck on $50,000 a year. When even small things went wrong, such as car trouble, I found myself in crisis mode. How would I pay to fix the problem? How could I meet my other financial responsibilities?
When I began to turn things around, one of my first actions was to set aside a small ($500) emergency fund to cope with the unexpected. This idea — promoted by Dave Ramsey and many others — built some resilience into my budget, allowing me to cope with minor crises.
As time passed and my financial situation flourished, my ability to bounce back from unexpected blows improved. This was partly because having more money gave me more options. But it was also partly because I adopted an internal locus of control, accepting responsibility for the things that happened to me in life. Instead of waiting for someone or something else to fix problems, I decided that I would fix them myself.
The National Economy vs. Your Personal Economy
Over the past five years, I've come to hate the phrase "in this economy." After the market crash in 2008, the mass media seemed to adopt the notion that we're weathering an economic storm that simply will not stop. Even today — despite the fact that most economic indicators are positive — there are tons of articles built on the premise that the average person is being buffeted by forces beyond her control.
I disagree.
Besides, even when the national economy is bad, that doesn't mean your personal economy has to suffer. For a few years now, I've been sharing a metaphor I've come to love.
It's as if each of us is the captain of a ship sailing on the ocean. Sometimes the elements are favorable. Sometimes the seas are stormy. Yes, we can choose to surrender to the whims of the weather, but a smart captain does what he can to prepare for bad weather so that he can steer his ship safely to harbor. In short, the national economy does affect your personal economy, but you can't control the former while the latter is entirely in your hands.
To make your financial ship resilient, you must adhere to certain fundamentals, such as:
- Maintaining an adequate emergency fund.
- Limiting your use of debt.
- Practicing thrift.
- Investing for the future.
To paraphrase a famous philosopher, a resilient person is in the world but not of the world. You cannot escape the national economy. You cannot escape the mass media. You cannot escape your friends and family. But that doesn't mean you have to buy into what everyone else is doing. Most people have fragile personal economies that crumble when times get tough. You want yours to be flexible and adaptable.
Mind Over Money
It's also important to remember the psychological side of money management. Many of my financial tenets are based on the need for financial resilience.
- When I say that it's important to spend less than you earn, that's because a positive cash flow allows you greater flexibility to respond to life situations. If you're deficit spending, it can be tough to find the funds you need to cope with a crisis — especially if you have no savings. But if you have a "profit" at the end of each month, you have the ability to redirect some of the money temporarily to take care of business.
- I argue that the perfect is the enemy of the good because when you're obsessed with finding ideal answers, you set yourself up for frustration when you realize there usually isn't an ideal solution. Plus, perfection also produces procrastination and resistance, two natural enemies of resilience.
- Another aspect of resilience is the ability to respond to failure. Failure is okay. What matters isn't the mistake, but how you respond to the mistake. Successful people brush failure aside and continue marching toward their goal. (This is almost the definition of resilience!)
- And, of course, there's the motto of this site: Do what works for you. Each of us is different. We have different goals, personalities, and experiences. We each need to find the tools and techniques that are effective for our own situations. There's no one right way to save, invest, pay off debt, or buy a house. When you buy into the idea that there's just one right answer, you're subscribing to a fragile mindset. Resilient people are open to the idea of multiple paths to success.
In psychology, adaptability refers to how well a person can adjust herself to changed circumstances. Because we live in a constantly changing universe, your ability and willingness to adapt is a barometer that measures both your ability to thrive and your capacity for happiness.
In personal finance, adaptability and resilience are also barometers for ongoing success.
I love this article! I have written about a similar topic, but instead of saying I have resiliency, I said I was insulated.
I too was living paycheck to paycheck (actually not even, more like credit card to credit card) just a few years ago, and it really struck me how far we'd come when the first "financial cliff" started being discussed and it didn't even phase me.
In the past I would have been biting my nails worried that I would go down if the carefully balanced plates I was spinning got disturbed at all, but now it will take a whole lot more to pull me under.
Great article!
"Even when the national economy is bad, that doesn't mean your personal economy has to suffer."
I love that sentence!
Every day I have people continuing to blame the national economy for their own personal financial downfalls. When they continue to tell themselves that "hey, it's not my fault", their finances remain unchanged as they are waiting for something else to change. The problem is, when the national economy does change, their personal situation will still most likely be the same. Then, they find someone or something else to blame.
Thanks for the quote. I'll be using it daily now!
Resiliency is absolutely one of the most important parts of a good financial plan. It's the reason why I believe so strongly in having good insurance coupled with cash reserves. The cash reserves help you handle the smaller stuff and the insurance makes sure you're not devastated by the big stuff. Having that security actually gives you more freedom to take risk in other areas of your life that really matter to you. To me, that's invaluable.
Totally agree! Keeping your personal finances in order at all times give you a lot of flexibility, one example that comes to mind is buying investment properties at great deals when the national economy is bad to build further wealth. You don't want to have to rely on someone else inability to manage finances to affect your way of live.
Nice post!
We often have far more control over our personal finances than we care to admit. I like to think of it as a moat. The wider and deeper the better. The four items lending to greater resiliency are excellent:
•Maintaining an adequate emergency fund.
•Limiting your use of debt.
•Practicing thrift.
•Investing for the future.
I've just spent all of 2013 paying off a rental house. I just wrote a celebratory post about it. It widens and deepens my protective moat because I now have $425.00 less in monthly debt obligations and $425.00 more in income. Two more to go before FI. Should accomplish that in 2-3 years if I can stay on my compass heading.
Great article, like with houses and buildings financial resilience is a series of foundational elements that work together. Its interesting to observe the strengh of your own financial resilience without panicking like most people do.
Unfortunately this financial resilience is quite dependent on good financial literacy which I believe is generally lacking in our society. I didn`t learn much about my personal finances in school and my parents didn`t know enough thus I struggled for the early part of my adult life. This is a great reminder of the basics.
J.D., one of your best posts ever. Clear, straight forward and tells it like it is.
Love the word "resilience".
I like the idea that there are multiple paths to success. Far too long I got stuck in the mindset that I needed to have follow a formula to be successful financially (and other aspects of life) and therefore I am doomed because I didn't follow that for reasons within and beyond my control. Thankfully, eventually, I learned there are more than one ways to skin a cat.
The other aspect of my continued downfall was due to my belief that no matter what, I,/b> will always be a failure, so why try? I took more than financial literacy books and "common sense" for me to work out of that and it's still a work in progress.
Eeek! Didn't mean to bold everything.
Love the idea of resilience, being able to get back to your natural state after some event. I really believe that is why we need to have an emergency fund all throughout life. But most people don't want to believe that the good weather will have to give way to rain sometimes.
Great article!
I love this post. These reminders help me keep perspective with my own financial mistakes – and there were plenty! All I can do is take responsibility and move forward with a plan for the future and better money habits.
Great point about the "bad economy" effect your personal economy. I would suggest that the media and government want you to believe this so that they can sell you on the idea that we need more government for the solution.
Reading your description of nation economy vs personal economy reminds me of something I read that brought up a similar idea with inflation. Just because the nation inflation measurement goes up x% doesn't mean your personal spending also has to. You can find ways to keep your costs down so that your personal inflation rate is lower. This will also really come in handy when you are trying to make your money last through retirement. If the cost of beef skyrockets, turn to chicken or turkey. Or you can always mix the beef with cheap fillers like liver, rice, etc to stretch it farther.
I don't think it's quite so simple — if more people start eating chicken, then won't chicken become more expensive (supply and demand)?
I think we have a better shot at saving money when we go against the grain so to speak. I agree with you that we have to look at our own spending and find ways to cut costs rather than focussing on a number which may or may not represent what's happening with our budget.
I'm also a strong believer in "Do What Works for You". The pay yourself first strategy has worked well for me over the years. I've never been the type of person who budgets every dollar. I am however careful with the big ticket items.


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Local media outlets report that 47-year-old Paul Turley of Dunkirk was sentenced Friday in Niagara County Court, where his trial was underway in January when he left the courtroom and didn't return.
U.S. Marshals tracked him down, along with his wife, in Tucson, Ariz., in February. He and his wife, Diane, were found hiding out at a home of an acquaintance.
After taking off, Turley was found guilty of sexually abusing two young girls in North Tonawanda during the 1990s.
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Conset 501-11 Laminate Electric Sit-Stand Desk are designed to address a common problem with office work: staying seated for long periods of time can lead to discomfort and reduce productivity and alertness. The use of an electric height adjustable desk makes it possible to easily switch to a standing position. This desk features a Bosch motor with synchronized lifting, so it can lift up to 330 lbs, including the table surface, no matter whether the load is placed to the middle or to one side of the table. Height adjustment is controlled with a switch mounted on the front edge of the worksurface.
|Height range including desktop thickness
|25.75" - 48.25"
|Desktop thickness
|1" thick laminate
|Weight capacity
(including worksurface)
|330 lbs
|Travel rate
|Power supply
|80 W AC transformer
|Base color
|Silver or black
This ergonomic desk is available in several sizes. All desks have a height range from 25.75" to 48.25", including the 1" thick laminate desktop.
|Base dimensions
|Worksurface dimensions
|45.7" (116.0 cm) wide
28.2" (71.6 cm) deep
|46" (117 cm) wide
29" (74 cm) deep
|45.7" (116.0 cm) wide
28.2" (71.6 cm) deep
|58" (147 cm) wide
29" (74 cm) deep
|61.4" (156.1 cm) wide
28.2" (71.6 cm) deep
|70" (178 cm) wide
29" (74 cm) deep
|77.2" (196.1 cm) wide
28.2" (71.6 cm) deep
|82" (208 cm) wide
29" (74 cm) deep
Black and Silver powder coat finishes are available.
The worksurface may be ordered with a Maple, Beech, Oak or Cherry* veneer finish.
*Please note that Cherry is not a true cherry wood color. It is more of a dark beech color with a slight pink hue. Also, oak and cherry finishes have an 8 to 12 week lead time.
The Conset 501-11 is available with four shapes: a rectangle, a rectangle with a center cut indentation, and L-shaped desks that are longer on the left or right side. Exact worksurface dimensions can be found in the table below.
Note: Only models 63 and 79 can be ordered L-shaped. Also, the center cut shape is made to allow your body to sit closer to the reach zone of your desk. It is approximately 31 inches wide at the front of the desk and 8 inches deep at the deepest point. Most customers prefer the rectangular desk and do not order the center cut model.
|Center cut
|L-shaped left
|L-shaped right
|47.2" (120.0 cm) W
31.5" (80.0 cm) D
|47.2" (120.0 cm) W
39.4" (100.0 cm) D
|63.0" (160.0 cm) W
31.5" (80.0 cm) D
|63.0" (160.0 cm) W
39.4" (100.0 cm) D
|63.0" (160.0 cm) W
47.3" (120.0 cm) L
31.5" (80.0 cm) R
|63.0" (160.0 cm) W
31.5" (80.0 cm) L
47.3" (120.0 cm) R
|78.7" (200.0 cm) W
31.5" (80.0 cm) D
|78.7" (200.0 cm) W
39.4" (100.0 cm) D
|78.7" (200.0 cm) W
47.3" (120.0 cm) L
31.5" (80.0 cm) R
|78.7" (200.0 cm) W
31.5" (80.0 cm) L
47.3" (120.0 cm) R
The Advanced Wire Management Kit is a complete cable organization system for your height-adjustable desk. We developed this kit after years of desk installations. It's a proven way to easily manage all computer and electric desk cords. The kit includes the following:
Click the video below to get some helpful tips on making the most of your UpLift Advanced Wire Management Kit:
The included cable organization tray forms the crux of your wire management solution with a sleek, black design that seamlessly blends with your desk's design and mounts securely to the desktop with two self-tapping wood screws or a strip of included double-sided tape. At 3.6'' wide, this tray is wide enough to accommodate cords, power supplies and the included power strip, minimizing below-desk clutter. While we recommend adding the entire advanced wire management kit for a full cable management solution with the most customization, this wire management tray portion of the kit can also be added to your desk order on its own.
10 self-adhesive wire mounts and 100 single-use cable ties allow for cables to be bundled and pulled taut against the bottom of the desk, eliminating hanging wires.
As your workstation develops over the years, it's likely that you'll need to re-bundle wires for routing or storage inside the wire management tray. A set of 10 reusable cable ties is also included, allowing for modification of cable bundling as needed without needing to replace individual cable ties.
Additionally, the Advanced Wire Management Kit provides a desk-to-wall cable organizer to organize wires running from an outlet or equipment to your desk in a single bundle. The desk-to-wall cable organizer's heavy-duty "spiral" design protects the cables inside from wear and tear, while also allowing cables to be integrated into the organizer or removed from it easily. An included quick wire add/remove tool rapidly and efficiently routes cables into the organizer.
Finally, if you need more power outlets close at hand, or just need an all-in-one power solution, a clamp-on surge protector with USB charger can be added to the Advanced Wire Management Kit or ordered as a standalone product. This unique surge protector features six power outlets with space for two large AC adapters as well as a pair of ports for charging USB devices. Capable of clamping onto any surface up to 1 3/8'' thick, this surge protector can placed nearly anywhere on your desk for convenient outlet access. Please note that this surge protector will not fit inside of the wire management tray and must be mounted on the desk edge.
A monitor arm is almost always better than the stands that most monitors come with. Monitor arms allow you to easily move the monitor in and out, side-to-side, and up and down, while allowing you to make use of the desktop surface under the monitor. It is best not to use valuable and convenient desktop space with your monitor stand - most people push their monitor too far back to save desktop space and end up with a hunched back as they strain forward to see the screen. Most people that we sell a monitor arm to come back to us and say that they should have gone with a monitor arm years ago.
The Budget Single Monitor Arm allows you to elevate your VESA-compatible display off of your desk and easily move the monitor in the horizontal plane (in and out, side-to-side) by using your fingertips to move the monitor. To move the monitor vertically you need to adjust the vertical position of the arm where it mounts to the vertical pole at the back of your desk.
For users who want very easy adjustments, we recommend the UpLift Monitor Arm. This stylish, heavy-duty monitor arm comes in black, and provides complete fingertip adjustment for height, depth and lateral movement. It supports monitors weighing up to 17.5 lbs. and has an adjustable counterbalance system that allows for fingertip vertical monitor adjustment. If you are looking for a dual monitor solution, there is the option to add two UpLift single arms at the same great, discounted bundle price per monitor arm.
Add an UpLift Sit-Stand desk mat to your desk order, and receive an additional discount off the regular mat price. Our UpLift Sit-Stand anti-fatigue desk mats are extremely durable and comfortable. The padding is an inch thick and the surface is puncture-proof to withstand high heels or even the wheels of your chair. Choose from a 2' x 3' size or a 3' x 5' size.
Note: If you wish to use your UpLift Sit-Stand desk mat as a chair mat as well, you will need the 3' x 5' size.
When using a sit-stand desk, we recommend mounting your computer beneath your desktop to prevent cables from being stretched and pulled out of their ports when moving the desk from sitting to standing positions. We don't recommend leaving your CPU on the floor, as most cords aren't long enough to stretch from a computer placed on the floor to the standing height of your desk. While one option is to place your CPU on top of your desk, a CPU holder allows you to securely attach your computer tower to the bottom of your desktop to free up desk space. For an adjustable CPU holder at a discounted price when bundled with this desk, our own UpLift CPU Holder features a 360° swivel mount and a gliding track mechanism for easy access to your computer.
Click the video below to see the many features and benefits of the UpLift CPU Holder:
An ergonomic keyboard tray is an excellent accessory for your Conset desk, and our UpLift Large Keybord Tray, with its easy lift-and-release knob-free locking height adjustment that adjusts a full 8'', wheel tilt adjustment, and easy-to-read height and tilt indicators, gets your keyboard and mouse in the proper position whether seated or standing. The 27'' wide, low-profile phenolic keyboard tray also features a removable foam palm rest and a separate foam mousing platform with sliding mouse catcher and cord manager that can be switched from the right to left side for ambidextrous mousing. The low-profile, heavy-duty platform gets your keyboard and mouse even closer to your lap, allows for compact storage, and is wide enough to comfortably fit most keyboard and mouse combinations. This high-quality keyboard tray system is available at a discounted price when bundled together with this desk and comes with an 11" track to mount the keyboard tray without interference from your desk's support underneath. While the 11'' track length will not allow you to fully store your tray along the track under your desk, we find that most users never fully retract their tray even if they have that capability. You can also take advantage of the 360° of rear swivel at the mechanism to rotate your platform around underneath the desktop for storage.
For a little bit of extra storage, add an UpLift Half Circle Desk Drawer at a discounted price when bundled together with your desk. This half-circle-shaped, swiveling drawer easily attaches to the underside of your desktop via a central mount and pivots in either direction, rotating out to give you quick and easy access to smaller accessories that you don't want cluttering up your desktop. Featuring pen and pencil trays, a notepad slot, a tape dispenser, and storage compartments, the 13.6'' W x 7.4'' D x 1.3'' thick UpLift accessories drawer will help keep your height adjustable desk cleaner and more organized.
The Raynor Evo Chair is an extra-comfortable executive task chair. Covered in soft foam and upholstered in stain-resistant fabric, this chair is available in three fashionable colors at a significant discount when purchased with your Conset. You won't be sitting as often anymore, but it's still nice to have an attractive and functional chair. We don't recommend this chair for users who sit more than 3-4 hours per day, as they should buy a more ergonomic chair like the Raynor Nuvo chair.
The Raynor Nuvo Mesh Chair with Headrest has an array of ergonomic adjustments that include adjustable lumbar support, a seat slider and adjustable arm rests. The Raynor Nuvo also features extremely comfortable and breathable Italian Soft Touch Mesh upholstery and a removable headrest. Already a great value, bundle this chair with your desk and get a great discount!
Want to see all the features and adjustments available on the Raynor Nuvo chair? Watch the video below for a demonstration:
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Why Dow Could Continue its Rally This Week
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We've hit the middle of the earnings season, and already have a good idea of how things are shaping up in many industries. Yet, there's one that still has its bags full of surprises and disappointments waiting to be thrown up over the next couple of weeks: the chemicals sector.
Several chemical companies will unpack their bags next week, but Dow Chemical (NYSE: DOW) has its appointment right on top in my diary. The hugely-diversified company never fails to awe me, and its stock has held it tight for a month or so. An earnings beat is all it needs to keep the momentum going, especially when the company already seems to be doing a lot of things right.
Better than the Dog of the Dow?
Barring one, I am not expecting much growth from most of Dow's businesses, be it plastics, coatings, or electronics. Pricing pressure is likely to be high for its fourth quarter across most geographic regions, offsetting volume improvements. Europe is one great woe of Dow's life, and a twist in the story is still many pages away as the market accounts for more than a third of Dow's sales.
The business that saved Dow's third quarter could do it again this time. Those who watched Monsanto (NYSE: MON) stun the Street with solid numbers might have already guessed it: it's agriculture. If Dow's agricultural sciences division reported record fourth-quarter sales in 2011, it could be as exciting for 2012 as Latin America warmed up for what could be its best-ever planting season. Monsanto's sales shot up 21% riding on solid demand for seeds from the region together with pre-spring orders from the U.S. farmers.
Analysts are optimistic about Dow's fourth quarter, expecting its earnings per share to jump by a sharp 32% from a year ago. Now that's a huge deviation from where estimates for peer DuPont (NYSE: DD) stand – analysts expect its earnings to stall at just a fifth of what it earned last year. The interesting part is that both these companies reported dismal third-quarter numbers and laid out massive restructuring programs to tame costs. Yet, while DuPont's stock has lost nearly 5% since mid-October last year, Dow is trading just perfect with 13% gains. Why is the wind favoring Dow?
Double whammy
One major reason that's holding up Dow's stock this year is its decision to restart its idle-since-four-years ethylene cracker in Louisiana. Timing couldn't get any better: Ethane (a nat-gas component used for producing ethylene) prices hit a five-year low at around the same time Dow got the plant back to work. Look at what olefins (ethylene is an olefin product) did to LyondellBasell Industries (NYSE: LYB): operating profits at its largest segment, olefins and polyolefins – Americas surged 28% for the nine months ended Sep. 30, 2012. Lyondell predicted ethylene to turn out a winner long before Dow realized. Its stock has just hit a fresh 52-week high after clocking massive 49% gains over the past six months alone. Naturally, Mr. Market applauded Dow's move.
While this news will hold good space in Dow's upcoming earnings call, it won't have a bearing on its numbers, nor will it be the only highlight of the call. Here are points you should note down before plugging in the audio jack to your ears on Jan. 30:
- If Louisiana brought in good news, Dow also found itself mired in controversy as it stepped into 2013. Dow's latest herbicide-resistant corn, Enlist which was aimed at taking Monsanto's popular Roundup Ready corn head-on has met with strong criticism even before it is launched. So strong, that Dow could defer its launch by a full year. With the unpleasant event coming up just before spring planting, Dow could have much at stake. Analysts will hope for some clarification on the matter next week.
- Stakes could be much higher for Dow as it goes on trial regarding a long-pending lawsuit that alleged its role in fixing chemical prices. The company is ready to defend itself, and how things shape up will hopefully be known best in the upcoming call.
- Wait, the list doesn't end here, although I wouldn't dare call this one a controversy. After its CEO Andrew Liveris openly voted against the U.S. going for rampant gas exports in the future, Dow has made a brave decision to leave a powerful manufacturer's association that thought otherwise. I'm sure Liveris will have a lot to say on this next week, and this is one noise my ears will certainly perk up at!
So get ready for lots of opinions, action plans, and of course projections from Dow. Its guidance for 2013 should largely be an extension of the three primary objectives it outlined earlier – higher earnings and cash generation through cost efficiencies.
Excitement is building up
I am really excited to know about Dow's plan for 2013, because while at one end it is dialing back up to $500 million in capital spending this year, restarting the ethane cracker clearly proves that Dow isn't putting growth plans completely on the back burner. The aggressive restructuring moves it outlined in late 2012 should result in a whopping $1 billion of cost savings this year. How is Dow planning to go about it is what will keep me hooked on.
As the dividend aristocrat unveils its earnings report, stay tuned to know what you should make of those numbers. Simply click here to add Dow Chemical to your stock watchlist to stay updated.
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They're not quite at Steffi Graf and Andre Agassi levels, but Angela Rypien and Taijuan Walker would probably produce some incredibly athletic babies if they ever decided to have children.
Rypien, the daughter of former Washington Redskins quarterback Mark Rypien, and Walker, a top pitching prospect in the Seattle Mariners organization, are the newest athlete couple. They have been boyfriend-girlfriend for at least a few months based on what we can tell from their social media accounts.
Rypien plays quarterback for the Baltimore Charm of the "Legends Football League," which you know best as the league formerly known as the Lingerie Football League. She is listed at 6-foot and 149 pounds on the Charm's website. Her stats for the most recent season were 16-for-36 for 152 yards, one touchdown and four interceptions. She also rushed for a touchdown.
Walker is a former first-round pick by the Mariners. He was drafted 43rd overall in 2010. He signed with the team and began pitching in the organization as a 17-year-old in rookie ball. He started off last season at Double-A, moved up to Triple-A, and even pitched 15 innings with the M's last season. His career minor league numbers include a 23-26 record, 3.48 ERA and 400 strikeouts in 372 innings.
You may recognize Walker's name because he was mentioned consistently during the David Price trade talks. The Mariners are so high on him they said they would not trade him even for someone like Price.
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Summary: His ex-wife, kids, and alimony...can you deal with his past? With today's skyrocketing divorce rate, it's likely that you will date a separated or divorced man. However, these men are not like the typical single bachelors you're used to dating. They come with numerous unexpected challenges, such as children, difficult ex-wives, substantial financial obligations, and unresolved grief, guilt, or anger. Dating the Divorced Man prepares you to detect problems early on--and tackle them together, identify problems that "come with the territory" vs. those that are dealbreakers, and evaluate whether marriage is ultimately the right choice for you. Filled with real-life insight and advice, Dating the Divorced Man offers the tools you need to decide if you can deal with the issues and find long-term happiness--or if it's time to say goodbye.
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Imagine having Michelle Obama as a mentor.
It's not every day someone in the area gets noticed in a national magazine, especially by the First Lady.
15-year-old Jada Campbell from Beachwood got a shout-out from Michelle Obama in People magazine.
Jada Campbell attended the inauguration in January but when Mrs. Obama singled her out a couple of days ago she was beyond excited!
"I was like WOW, cause I didn't know she was actually doing a video and say my name. So that was a big shock," says Jada.
Jada sent the first lady a picture and question while Mrs. Obama was in Africa recently with the president and asked, "Did I capture your style?"
"I just sent her a picture. I had on a dress like she would wear and I said do I sort of have your style in this pic and she said yeah," says Jada.
That's not all the first lady said to Jada in the article.
"...as long as you're working as hard on the inside as you are on the outside then I take the compliment," said Mrs. Obama.
Jada is part of the young scholars program at Warrensville High School. If she keeps up her grades she'll get a free ride to the Ohio State University.
"I want to be a plastic surgeon," said Jada.
Jada's mother Wanda is almost as thrilled as her daughter.
"I'm absolutely proud of my daughter that Michelle Obama responded back to her. She has been great encouragement," said Wanda.
So being a good student has its rewards, including encouragement from Mrs. Obama in People:
"We're sisters in power, leadership – you and me, Jada. Change the world! I expect big things from you," Mrs. Obama.
Campbell says she is grateful to have been chosen to attend President Obama's Inauguration and Inaugural Ball.
She says she'd like to go back to Washington someday and meet Mrs. Obama, the girls and the president.
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This manual is a brief overview of AD, dementia, and caregiving. The primary intended audience is African-American church leaders who want to help families or individuals in their communities cope with dementia, particularly AD. African-American church leaders are in good position to be sources of information because "African-American families look to their churches and ministers for guidance in their times of need," say the authors. The manual is a cooperative effort by experts in dementia research and care; advocates for dementia and Alzheimer's disease research, education, and support; and members of the African-American faith community.
The information in the first three chapters provides important information for any group dealing with these diseases:
Chapter 4 discusses the impact of AD and dementia on African-Americans, noting that dementia is more common among African-Americans than Caucasians. Some theories about this disparity are examined. A chapter summarizes lessons learned by the Kentucky group through their experience working with African-American families. It concludes with a discussion of the role of faith and spirituality in caring for a person with dementia.
Several groups from other states have asked to replace the pictures and vignettes in this book with their own to make it more locally relevant. For example, the Texas Area Agency on Aging in Houston made changes and printed 15,000 copies.
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In 2007, our ADC worked with the faith community to develop a live performance, Granny Pearl, to educate African-American youth about AD. Actors were volunteers from our partner churches and the director was a volunteer recruited from UK's theater department. Three performances were held reaching 300. A DVD of the performance and a toolkit were developed and shared with local churches and the local Alzheimer's Association to continue local AD awareness efforts. Copies of the Granny Pearl CD and toolkit are available by request. Call 859-323-6040.
In a seven-minute video, available for viewing on the University of Kentucky's YouTube channel, Dr. Greg Jicha narrates the spinal fluid donation procedure as it is performed on him. Other researchers from the Sanders-Brown Center on Aging join Jicha in providing facts about Alzheimer's disease and the importance of spinal fluid in Alzheimer's research.(Viewer advisory: This video depicts an actual medical procedure. Hypodermic needles and blood are shown.)
For more information on spinal fluid donation and Alzheimer's, contact the Alzheimer's Disease Center at the Sanders-Brown Center on Aging (859) 323-5550.


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Epic Launches Free Unreal Development KitBy Chris Faylor, Nov 05, 2009 4:00am PST Gears of War and Unreal developer Epic Games today released its Unreal Engine 3 dev tools as a free download, aimed at providing noncommercial and educational use of the technology that powers many PC, PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 games.
The 563MB Unreal Development Kit can be found on FileShack, with various Unreal Tournament 3 assets included to help you get started. Two UDK-crafted sample games are also available: Psyonix's vertical puzzler Whizzle and Toltec's The Ball.
"I'm excited about the possibilities the Unreal Development Kit opens to those who are looking to get into the game business but don't otherwise have the means to acquire world-class technology and tools like ours," said Epic VP Mark Rein. "UDK is Unreal Engine 3, which has been used to create games in a wide range of genres, as well as military simulations, 3D architectural walkthroughs, animated movies and more."
Among the numerous titles powered by Unreal Engine 3 are Epic's own Gears of War 2 and Unreal Tournament 3, Chair's Shadow Complex, Rocksteady's Batman: Arkham Asylum, Gearbox's Borderlands, Swordfish's 50 Cent: Blood on the Sand, and the hospitality training software Virtual Heroes crafted for Hilton Garden employees.
In its present form, content created with the Unreal Development Kit is only usable on PC, with Epic noting that PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 support is "under consideration."
The tools include many "features and technological enhancements...that have yet to be seen in an Unreal Engine game," claims Epic. The company further pledged that it will be supporting the Unreal Development Kit with continuous upgraded builds.
Alongside the tools, Epic released more than two-hundred pages of documentation via the Unreal Developer Network, launched dedicated forums, and offered up licensing details for those seeking to use the technology in a commercial application.
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By: kaddar0 x Show Full PostGuys, ZZT 2009!Nov 08, 2009 6:11pm PSTGuys, ZZT 2009! : kaddar0
By: free2game365 x Show Full PostDoes anyone know what kind of support this has feature wise? Like do you have to use pre-computed lights or can you use all dynamic ones if you want to? Is there DX10, open GL, ect support?Nov 07, 2009 4:36pm PST
By: madspacemarinemustdie x Show Full PostWhat about doing this for UE2? Stand-alone games of all the mods for UT2k4 would be something really great. Or a freeware version of 2004, since there will never be something like it again. yeah, I know nobody would be interested. I will stfu now.Nov 05, 2009 5:48am PSTWhat about doing this for UE2? Stand-alone games of all the mods for UT2k4 would be something really grea... : madspacemarinemustdie
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It's illegal to make games with the ue2runtime and release them... *deja vu* : madspacemarinemustdie
But not with UDK! In fact we encourage it! We worked with the fine folks at Psyonix to release a cool l... : MarkRein
I know. : madspacemarinemustdie
Here I was in a rut, researching various languages, engines and technologies to use for future game devel... : lcizzle
Great post, thanks Mr. Rein. : Lightzout
What is the difference between the UDK and the tools that have been shipped with Unreal Tournament for a ... : danielbrauer
Thank you. : danielbrauer
I was never a big UT gamer, what made 2004 different? : steauengeglase
By: MamiyaOtaru x Show Full PostCan I use this to make UT3 Linux? :trollface:Nov 07, 2009 2:40am PSTCan I use this to make UT3 Linux? :trollface: : MamiyaOtaru
By: Stucky_101 x Show Full PostWow! First Unity becomes free and now this? I'm just not sure what to use now.
Well the fact that Unity doesn't support C++ scripts was a bit of turn off. Does anyone know what the main language for the Unreal Development Kit is?Nov 05, 2009 7:34pm PSTWow! First Unity becomes free and now this? I'm just not sure what to use now. Well the fact that Unit... : Stucky_101
By: Pulveri x Show Full PostIs it legal to use the included content (demo "UTGame" models, textures, sounds) in a stand-alone game?Nov 06, 2009 2:39pm PST
By: poopster2 x Show Full PostThis is pretty cool, but what do you do when you want to actually sell or distribute your creation? You still have to license the engine which is insanely expensive.Nov 05, 2009 7:40pm PSTThis is pretty cool, but what do you do when you want to actually sell or distribute your creation? You s... : poopster2
By: lcizzle x Show Full PostI posted this at www.garagegames.com
Looks like healthy competition isn't something GarageGames tolerates.
My blog was deleted with information reguarding this release.
The only reason I could see to delete it was the title of my blog "game over!".
Otherwise everything in the post and comments was informative.
Looks like a bad time not to be "the cheap engine" any more. (A bit of an inside joke that would need explaining)Nov 05, 2009 10:17am PSTI posted this at www.garagegames.com Looks like healthy competition isn't something GarageGames tolera... : lcizzle
By: eonix x Show Full PostSomething I've been making lately, using Unreal:
Nov 05, 2009 9:28am PSTSomething I've been making lately, using Unreal: http://dl.getdropbox.com/u/17188/uc_2009_WIP_03e.jpg ... : eonix
By: REDFROG x Show Full PostI'd just buy Unreal Tournament 3 instead.
imo they're doing a bad move there.
UT3 has been the only way to get the fingers on the Unreal Engine 3. Now people don't even buy UT3 anymore to do this.Nov 05, 2009 8:25am PSTI'd just buy Unreal Tournament 3 instead. imo they're doing a bad move there. UT3 has been the only w... : REDFROG
By: RisenAshes x Show Full Postis anyone elses boot-up screen for UDK freeszing when it gets to the shock rifle file load.Nov 05, 2009 10:59pm PST
By: RisenAshes x Show Full Postis anyone elses program boot-up screen freezing at the shock rifle life load.Nov 05, 2009 10:58pm PST
By: obsoleet x Show Full PostBeen raving about this on Gamasutra, Twitter, etc. Anyway, this is very cool and makes choosing an engine as an indie much easier.Nov 05, 2009 9:30pm PST
By: NukemFornever x Show Full Postcool story brah, now someone go make a fan made duke nukem gameNov 05, 2009 6:49am PST
By: nomaad x Show Full PostWow that is cool of themNov 05, 2009 5:47am PSTWow that is cool of them : nomaad
By: DeathStrikeVirus x Show Full PostThanks Epic Games!! Mark and Steve, thanks for stopping by and clarifying things for everyone.
I've put my own dream of getting into game design on hold for awhile 'cause I didn't know what to do. This is a great chance to make a name for myself and start a portfolio outside of art and sketches. I seriously jumped up and started yelling like a madman when I read this. Thanks Epic. :)Nov 05, 2009 7:05pm PST
By: PlayfulPuppy x Show Full PostSo what actually is this? I can't download it yet because I'm at work (And they've warned against installing it because of legal concerns). Is it just headers, prebuilt libraries + all tools, just an expanded toolset, a subset of the sourcecode? I haven't been able to find an answer yet.Nov 05, 2009 6:31pm PST
By: FuryVII x Show Full PostI was just thinking that it would be cool if Epic did this.Nov 05, 2009 6:11pm PST
By: jo3 x Show Full Postholy cow.Nov 05, 2009 5:00pm PSTholy cow. : jo3
By: two50six x Show Full PostDoes UDk have an exporter for XNA?Nov 05, 2009 4:48pm PSTDoes UDk have an exporter for XNA? : two50six
By: SpaecKow x Show Full PostThat's very cool and useful!Nov 05, 2009 4:36pm PSTThat's very cool and useful! : SpaecKow
By: jonin x Show Full PostWhat can a total newb do with this?Nov 05, 2009 7:39am PST
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Well many modders/map builders who cut their teeth with the Unreal99 editor parlayed their skills into re... : Lightzout
By: SockMonkeh x Show Full PostVery cool, Epic, very cool. Thank you.Nov 05, 2009 3:47pm PSTVery cool, Epic, very cool. Thank you. : SockMonkeh
By: Dr_Cube x Show Full PostThank you, MarkRein and Epic. This is EXTREMELY generous. I know there is a long term benefit to doing this, especially since competition from other engines is heating up and will only become more intense over the coming years, but the direct short term benefits are difficult to quantify. I would love to see if I can use this kit for advanced real time visualization and GUI workNov 05, 2009 3:38pm PST
By: holinka x Show Full PostAwesome step forward Epic!
I've seen Mark and Steve have both posted here, so I'm curious if Epic has anything planned to showcase UDK projects in the future. Like I said, I think Epic has done a tremendous service to the indie population here.
Here's an idea to take it one step further: Partnership with Valve to provide a dedicated marketplace for UDK created games. Producing the games is definitely one hurdle, but getting awareness of your work and providing a distribution channel to the consumer is the next major obstacle for small indie studios.
Again, nice work Epic!Nov 05, 2009 2:20pm PST
By: SiW. x Show Full PostThis is pretty fucking epic, in every way.Nov 05, 2009 1:21pm PST
By: disco_king x Show Full PostSo what do you guys think of the showcase games? I thought both of them were really good!Nov 05, 2009 12:22pm PST
By: st4rdog x Show Full PostI just blew my load.
Are all of these built in? UT3 had some of the worst lighting - not much better than UT2004.Nov 05, 2009 5:11am PSTI just blew my load. http://udk.com/features-lighting.html Are all of these built in? UT3 had some ... : st4rdog
By: Snipergen x Show Full PostGuys at Epic you have no idea how happy you made me today. I come home from watching Pixar's UP, the new Wolfmother CD arrived in the mail, and I read this! We almost purchased Unity for our project and now, just, wow, thanks!Nov 05, 2009 8:33am PSTGuys at Epic you have no idea how happy you made me today. I come home from watching Pixar's UP, the new ... : Snipergen
By: mopic42 x Show Full PostIs anyone else on Windows 7 64-bit getting a crash during install? It crashes for me when decompressing the FaceFx files, at the same point each time. The Windows error output says "System.UnauthorizedAccess". I've tried running as administrator and in compatibility mode with Windows XP SP3 and Vista SP2.Nov 05, 2009 9:26am PSTIs anyone else on Windows 7 64-bit getting a crash during install? It crashes for me when decompressing ... : mopic42
By: horsman x Show Full Postthis is so huge.Nov 05, 2009 4:50am PSTthis is so huge. : horsman
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Why? as far as I can tell there is no benefit with this over doing mods for GOW or UT3 or some other UE3 ... : Kristian Joensen
It is huge and better than doing mods because you can actually sell the stuff you make. If you read the ... : gothaggis
"In addition, it appears this is a more updated version of the engine than UT3 or the original Gears." ... : Kristian Joensen
That is pretty crazy. : Porkasaurus
Wow. great post. Thank you. This is appealing. Though I am leaning towards developing on other platfo... : matrixneo42
Just don't pick iPhone. : Tchest
By: Gauss x Show Full PostThis is awesome
I felt Epic stumbled a bit in their PC love during the UT3/Gears 2 period, but the Black/Titan pack release for UT3 and now this...
Now just remove dedicated servers so we can love you more :DNov 05, 2009 7:12am PSTThis is awesome I felt Epic stumbled a bit in their PC love during the UT3/Gears 2 period, but the Bla... : Gauss
By: matrixneo42 x Show Full Postholy crap....
Very nice of them!Nov 05, 2009 9:39am PSTholy crap.... Very nice of them! : matrixneo42
By: aasyranth x Show Full PostIf Bioware does this also, my year will be made.Nov 05, 2009 8:09am PST
By: Lukiopimp x Show Full PostEPICs answer to Unity being released for free. Good move.Nov 05, 2009 4:12am PST
By: unacomn x Show Full PostAfter UT3, that is honestly the last thing I expected Epic to do. I'm honestly speechless, shocked, surprised, flabbergasted, impressed.Nov 05, 2009 5:08am PSTAfter UT3, that is honestly the last thing I expected Epic to do. I'm honestly speechless, shocked, surpr... : unacomn
By: Tchest x Show Full PostAnyone else try it out yet? The documentation on the site seems rather sparse.. Took me ages just to figure out how to raise terrain (gotta hold ctrl...). Now I can't figure out how to put a texture on it.Nov 05, 2009 7:27am PSTAnyone else try it out yet? The documentation on the site seems rather sparse.. Took me ages just to figu... : Tchest
By: wytefang x Show Full PostIs this the version that offers Anti-Aliasing, something games have had for a while?
(All joking aside, this is a cool move by Epic and I'm sure the community will do really cool things with it.)Nov 05, 2009 6:40am PSTIs this the version that offers Anti-Aliasing, something games have had for a while? (All joking asi... : wytefang
By: Saleck x Show Full PostWow this is was unexpected. Thanks Epic.
This would be a good tool to use for my University Unreal Engine team project.Nov 05, 2009 7:16am PST
By: Mystery0000 x Show Full PostWow, I'll have to get this tonight and play around.Nov 05, 2009 6:58am PST
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Another location to find current events in Shambhala International is at The Shambhala Times.
Mar 9, 2012
Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche visited Northern California this past weekend to offer a public address and teach the Rigden program to people from all over the mandala. His public talk on Friday night was to a standing-room-only crowd of 1,200 people at the majestic Grace Cathedral in San Francisco.
To read the complete article on the visit with photos, please go to: http://shambhalatimes.org/2012/03/09/sakyong-teaches-1200-in-san-francisco/#more-29754
The Sakyong spoke eloquently about the "sense of bravery and self-reflection that everybody shares," and the nature of our collective work towards creating a global mood where basic goodness is acknowledged as inherent in human nature. He noted that, "Society is no more than all the thoughts and feelings we have right now, expressed in a myriad of ways."
He described the importance of meditation, and wryly noted, "My new book, Running with the Mind of Meditation, is not to be confused with meditation while the mind is running!" In encouraging us to practice in the face of obstacles, he observed that: "Even the great meditators weren't necessarily in the mood. But they continued."
The Sakyong went on to Craneway Pavilion to continue the Rigden weekend with 400 students who had completed the Way of Shambhala curriculum. Many newer students commented afterwards that up until then, the idea of "Sakyong" had been just that -- an idea. Now that they had met him they understood at a heart level what Shambhala is trying to do in the world.
(This announcement was from the Shambhala News Service)
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The Shambhala News Service is a free email service that brings you periodic
messages from Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche, the President and other leaders of
the Shambhala Mandala, along with news of major developments, programs and
events in our global community. In recent years, the service has carried
news of the visit of His Holiness the Dalai Lama to the Great Stupa of
Dharmakaya, the Sakyong's meetings with His Holiness the Karmapa and other
distinguished leaders, the engagement of the Sakyong and Khandro Tseyang and
the Blossoming of the Sun Festival, the launch of the Shambhala Social
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The Unknown Fields expedition to Chernobyl and Baikonur - fulcrum of my promised book Toxic Tourism - is steadily clearing its no/no-go checks and trundling towards the launchpad. The official launch will be on Monday with a frankly blockbusting public forum at the AA on Bedford Square, London. The line-up is simply incredible, extending beyond the participants in the expedition to include everyone from artist Paul Duffield to UFO folklorist Mark Pilkington - plus poets, sound artists, filmmakers, it really promises to be a really fascinating day. (Liam Young, Unknown Fields co-mastermind with Kate Davies, is also the creator of Thrilling Wonder Stories, so he knows how to put on an amazing day-long event.)
I'm also in the line-up, introducing my work and talking a little about my intentions and aspirations for Toxic Tourism. To give you a taster, I will be dealing with the lure of forbidden places and wildernesses, why places like Chernobyl, Aral and Baikonur tug at the imagination, and the ultimate in getting away from it all: excursions into a posthuman, postapocalyptic world.
So, please come along.
The photo at the top of this post shows the AA's 2009 summer pavilion, and is from my Flickr photostream.
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Church trial for Pennsylvania pastor who held same-sex wedding
The church trial of a Methodist pastor accused of violating the denomination's teachings by officiating at a same-sex marriage began on Monday in rural Pennsylvania, where scores of his backers gathered to show their support.
The trial for Rev. Frank Schaefer, who in 2007 officiated at the wedding of his son Tim and another man, kicked off with opening statements by a prosecutor and the defense before a presiding officer.
Thirteen pastors constitute the jury at the trial, which was expected to last two days at a church camp near Spring City, Pennsylvania.
Schaefer is pastor of the Zion United Methodist church in Lebanon, Pennsylvania.
Outside the trial, about 100 supporters were on hand to give Schaefer encouragement.
They unfurled a banner, several feet long, that read "We Are Open and Affirming" and had signs reading "Law or Love – Jesus Chose Love" and "Church trials are incompatible with Christian teaching."
"We oppose the homophobic position of the United Methodist denomination," said Rev. Hal Taussig of Philadelphia's Chestnut Hill United Church, which is affiliated with both the United Methodist and the United Church of Christ denominations.
The United Methodist Church has some 12 million members worldwide.
According to an article on an official Methodist blog, the trial is the first of its kind since 2012 when the church's governing body affirmed its stance that homosexuality is incompatible with Christian teachings.
But it is at least the eighth trial in the past 20 years of a member of the clergy accused of violating church law by performing a same-sex marriage or by acknowledging being gay, the blog report said.
In the blog article, Schaefer was quoted as saying his son had prayed "that God would change him and make him normal and when that didn't happen he became suicidal."
"When he came out, my wife and I just loved and supported him and told him there was nothing wrong with him," he said in the blog.
Deciding to officiate at the wedding, he said: "I knew I was putting my career, my ministry, on the line, but in another sense it was easy because my heart told me I had to do this."
The wedding was held in Massachusetts, which in 2003 became the first U.S. state to permit gay marriage.
Potential punishment for Schaefer could range from suspension to revocation of his ordination credentials.


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There are a number of good reasons to choose Maruggio for your next holiday. In addition to the amazing food and friendly people, you will also find mild weather, fun activities and interesting attractions. A holiday rental home in Maruggio will put you close to many of the most popular attractions. Each home is very well-appointed, ensuring that you will have everything that you need to enjoy your stay.
The beaches near Maruggio provide the opportunity for all manner of water related activities including swimming, fishing and boating. SCUBA diving is quite popular in the area. Lessons are available. Experienced divers love this spot, but even if you have never before put on a wetsuit, your holiday to Maruggio is the perfect time to try it. Tennis, hiking, cycling and golf are other activities that are popular in the area. Eating is also a favourite activity amongst those visiting Maruggio. Be sure to sample a variety of the delicious local cuisine. The food is likely to be one of the most unforgettable parts of your trip. A visit to a nearby winery is another good choice. You can participate in a wine tasting and learn about some local favourites.
If you enjoy exploring ancient architecture then you will find dozens of sites to see whilst on holiday to Maruggio. Visit the monastery that was completed in the 1500s. Armieri's Palace was built in the 17th century and Longo's Palace in the 16th century. A number of churches, including San Giovanni's Church and the Mother Church, built in the 15th and 14th century respectively, are also located nearby.
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The closest airport to Maruggio is Taranto Airport (TAR), located 26 km away. Another option is Lecce Airport (LCC), located 48 km from Maruggio. It is recommended that you have a car for use during your stay.


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Our fellowship trained radiologists encompass every subspecialty, and have designed custom protocols to diagnose diseases specific to your symptoms and body region. We care deeply about radiation safety, and
are constantly refining our techniques to achieve the lowest doses required to make an accurate diagnosis. Have a question? Feel free to share any concerns you may have before or after an imaging test. Our compassionate management team is here to ensure your experience at Seton Imaging is a safe and comfortable one, and meets your highest expectations.
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From Points North and South
From I-95, take Exit 50, Caton Avenue (toward Wilkens Avenue). Go north approximately 1/4 mile. Saint Agnes Hospital will be on your left. Seton Imaging is located on the hospital campus. From I-695 (Baltimore Beltway) Take Exit 13 (Wilkens Avenue), go east approximately two miles, and take a right on Caton Avenue. The main entrance to the hospital will be on your right.
Leaders in the Detection and Treatment
Combining clinical expertise with the latest tech¬nology allows Saint Agnes to be one of the area's leaders in the fight against lung diseases including emphysema, COPD and Lung Cancer. In addition to our advanced scanning techniques the team at the Lung Center utilizes the very latest in biopsy technology to ensure an accurate diagnosis.
GPS for Your Lungs
Saint Agnes Hospital is one of the few in the area to utilize the SuperDimension® i•Logic System, a form of Electromagnetic Navigation Bronchoscopy. This minimally invasive technology acts like a GPS system for your lungs. It enables a Physician to take a biopsy of nodules located in hard to reach areas that previously required a more invasive procedure. This system also enables physicians to diagnose the smallest lymph nodes and nodules that previously were undiagnosed until they were larger and more visible or symptomatic.
Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
EBUS, using ultrasound technology, presents direct visualization of endobronchial lesions and lymph nodes, allowing our Physicians to know precisely where to take the biopsy. This reduces complications and improves diagnostic ability. The samples obtained are immediately analyzed and accurate results are available to the Physicians in a very short time.
Pushing the Edge of Treatment
The Physicians at Saint Agnes take a multidisci¬plinary approach to the treatment of lung cancer. Our team of primary care physicians, nurses, pul¬monologists, radiologists, oncologists and thoracic surgeons create an individual plan to provide the best care for each patient. Lung diseases are often treated through thoracic surgery. Lung cancer is often treated through thoracic surgery as well and can be coupled with chemotherapy, radiation or both. The Thoracic Surgeons at Saint Agnes are committed to removing the tumor while maintaining as much of the lung tissue and function as possible. Our Thoracic Surgeons work very closely with our Pulmonary Physicians to develop the most effective surgery plan.
Contact the Lung Center
Lung Cancer and Lung Disease can be scary but the Lung Center at Saint Agnes Hospital is here to fight these diseases with you side by side. What our center does better than others is work as a team and our most important team member is you. To schedule an appointment with a Nurse Navigator or to receive more information call 410-368-2232.
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Leading the Field in Complex Surgery
Saint Agnes Hospital remains in the forefront of minimally invasive surgery. The hospital utilizes the da Vinci Surgical System, a state-of-the-art robotic technology that is the most advanced surgical equipment in use today. The da Vinci system provides higher resolution images, better vision for the physician and newer technology with more flexibility and articulation, more turning and bending, and more freedom, enabling for a precise operation. Saint Agnes was one of the first facilities in Maryland to use the da Vinci for robotic lung surgery. Today it performs more minimally invasive surgeries than any other hospital in Maryland. Besides being more precise and efficient, the da Vinci surgery system is better for the patient. Instead of having a large incision of up to eight inches in length the da Vinci uses four small incisions. This reduces pain and allows the patient to begin healing faster.
Eight of 10 Americans will experience a lifestyle-altering episode of back pain at some point in their lives. Ninety percent of single episodes of back pain become recurrent. While certain diseases and traumatic injury can cause back pain, research shows that the most common causes of back pain or injury are:
- Poor physical condition
- Poor posture
- Improper body mechanics
- Prolonged repetitive use of incorrect bending or lifting techniques.
At the Orthopaedic & Spine Institute at Saint Agnes Hospital, preventing and providing relief for back pain and spinal disorders is one of our specialties. We apply our clinical expertise to establish an accurate diagnosis quickly and develop a plan of care that fits the needs of each patient suffering from a spinal injury. It is our practice to exhaust every appropriate treatment option before considering spine surgery.
If surgery is required our physicians utilize the most minimally invasive procedures available to maximize the benefits of spine surgery with the least amount of risk, and to ensure a quick and full recovery and a solution that will last a lifetime.
If a surgical procedure becomes the right choice, our team of specialists is trained to effectively correct the problem.
Our team specializes in the treatment of:
- Kyphoplasty
- Traumatic and overuse injuries to the spine
- Spinal deformities, both acquired and congenital
- Whiplash injuries
- Systemic diseases affecting spinal function
- Degenerative spinal conditions
- Spondylolysis and spondylolisthesis
- Herniated disc lesions
- Soft tissue sprains, strains, and contusions
- Work-related back pain
- Mechanical back dysfunction
- Fractures, dislocations, subluxations
The Saint Agnes Comprehensive Spine Center wants to work with you to regain independence, mobility, and freedom from pain.
How Long Will I Be In The Hospital Following My Spine Surgery?
Typically following a spine surgery, you will have up to a three-day stay in the acute care hospital. During your acute care stay, you will meet with a case manager, who will assist you with your discharge plans. Based on your recovery status, the rehabilitation staff, and your physician will provide you with discharge recommendations.
How Can I Progress While In The Hospital?
During the first few days following surgery, you must rely on the hospital staff to assist you with many things. However, during this time, you can assist with your recovery in the following ways:
- Drink plenty of fluid
- Perform ankle pumps and deep breathing exercises frequently while awake
- Actively participate in your rehabilitation program
How Will I Manage My Pain After The Surgery?
Your spine surgeon can prescribe medication, or suggest therapy to control your pain.
Does My Insurance Cover The Cost Of Rehabilitation Or Home Care After I Leave The Hospital?
Some insurance providers do not cover these services, even if your doctor or physical therapist has recommended them. Call your insurance company in advance of your surgery to determine if these services are covered. Whether or not you are a candidate for rehabilitation or home care depends on your progress after surgery. Many insurance providers do not cover hospital beds, wheelchairs, tub chairs or grab bars for patients who have had spine surgery.
How Soon After Surgery Will My Pain, Numbness, Weakness Or Tingling Be Alleviated?
Every patient's recovery and results are different. Typically, you will notice changes within two weeks after spine surgery. However, it may be longer.
How Long Until I Can Return To My Normal Activities Following Surgery?
Typically, spinal surgery patients will be limited in their daily activities due to use of a brace for an average of six to 12 weeks. Within six months, you may be able to resume most of your pre-surgical activities, based on your physician's recommendations.
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At the Center for Total Joint Replacement, we apply our clinical expertise to establish an accurate diagnosis quickly and develop a plan of care that fits the needs of each patient suffering from joint pain or discomfort. It is our practice to exhaust every appropriate treatment option before considering surgery.
However, if and when a surgical procedure becomes the right choice, our team of specialists are trained to correct problems related to joint pain. Whether it's your hip, knee, or shoulder that's causing you pain, our top-notch team will help you get moving again so you can get back to the activities you love.
Our full-service approach, which integrates the patient's primary care physician and surgeon with a host of clinical support staff, is designed to return our patients to maximum function as quickly and safely as possible. Our surgical team has the ability to replace all major joints including those in the hip, knee, shoulder, elbow, and finger.
These surgical procedures in 3D help answer your frequently asked questions and get you familiar with specific surgical procedures before you see one of our surgeons.
There are many factors to consider before choosing joint replacement surgery. What is your current level of joint pain? What is your response to other methods of treating your discomfort? Joint replacement surgery is a personal decision. The information here is designed to help you make an informed choice.
Saint Agnes takes a results-oriented team approach to joint replacement. Your multidisciplinary team provides exceptional skill and lots of coaching. We host regular, free seminars to provide valuable information on joint replacement and to help you understand and feel comfortable with your decision to have total joint replacement.
The Saint Agnes Center for Total Joint Replacement wants to work with you to regain independence, mobility, and freedom from joint pain.
Watch Jim's Story
74-year-old Jim Filipczak continues his favorite hobby—serving as a volunteer scuba diver at the National Aquarium in Baltimore—because of the success of his minimally invasive anterior hip replacement at Saint Agnes Hospital.
Dr. Sam Sydney, Chief of Orthopaedics at the Orthopaedic and Spine Institute at Saint Agnes Hospital, discusses the one-of-a-kind treatment experience at Saint Agnes.
Industry peer groups applaud our Orthopaedic & Spine Institute for its quality of care and treatment. Recent honors include:
- Designated Institute of Quality For Spine, Hip and Knee surgery by the Aetna Institutes of Quality for Orthopaedic Care
- Achieved status as a Blue Distinction Center for Spine Surgery and Knee and Hip Replacement by CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
The physician's at the Cancer Institute at Saint Agnes Hospital understand that many factors must be considered when considering the best course of treatment. These factors include the type of cancer that you have been diagnosed with, the staging of the cancer, your overall health condition, as well as other factors. Once these factors have been discussed a cancer treatment program will be determined. There are three general methods utilized when treating cancer: chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and surgery. A typical treatment plan may include a combination of these three methods.
Receiving a diagnosis of any type of cancer can be an overwhelming experience. Choosing the right hospital for care can be just as overwhelming. The Saint Agnes Cancer Institute has met rigorous standards to become nationally accredited by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer with outstanding achievement, the American College of Cardiology, and the American Society for Clinical Oncology Practice Initiative. In a single phone call, you are quickly scheduled for one appointment with our full team of specialists, committed to providing you with an individualized and coordinated plan of care – from diagnosis through treatment and into survivorship.
You will receive our area's fastest diagnosis and most innovative technologies to fight the disease. At Saint Agnes, we are proud to offer you:
Leading physicians in all areas of cancer care bringing you the latest treatment technologies.
The first hospital in the state of Maryland to bring you the cutting-edge radiation technology Tomotherapy as well as offering advanced Digital Mammography, Mammosite, and Stereotactic Radiosurgery.
National Cancer Institute designation, increasing access to the latest clinical trials, and cutting edge scientific advances
Staging is the process of classifying tumors. It takes into account the size of the primary tumor, whether other tumors have developed, the rate of growth, presence in lymph nodes surrounding the tumor, the cancer cell type, and whether or not the tumor metastasized or spread throughout the body. The stage at which your tumor is discovered will greatly affect the course of your treatment plan and can be used to determine a general prognosis.
Staging is an evolving science much like the rest of cancer care. Stages are categorized as follows:
Stage 0 - The cancer cells have yet to infiltrate the cells of surrounding, healthy tissue cells (Carcinoma in situ).
Stage 1 - The cancer is localized to a single part of the body.
Stage 2 - The cancer is in one section of the body but is advancing.
Stage 3 - Similar to stage 2. The difference between these stages is often reliant on the type of cancer.
Stage 4 - The cancer has metastasized and spread to other portions in the body.
For more information on staging visit the National Cancer Institute's site on staging at cancer.gov.
At Saint Agnes, the tumor can be detected early, it can be removed minimally invasively soon after, and the patient is well cared for and on the road to recovery much sooner. Traditionally, patients could wait up to four weeks for a diagnosis. At Saint Agnes, that time is shortened as all of the care is provided through a multidisciplinary approach and with the latest technology.
Pulmonologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, thoracic surgeons, and other experts consult on all cases during the weekly team meetings to ensure the cancer treatment plan includes input from all disciplines. Patients receive results in a matter of days, not weeks.
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For more information on treatment options or any information regarding Cancer Institute at Saint Agnes Hospital, please contact us at
For more information please visit the following:
• The American Cancer Society
• The National Cancer Institute
To find a Physician please click here
or call 1-866-690-9355.
We're the only cancer center in Baltimore to have received three-year accreditation from the Quality Oncology Practice Initiative (QOPI) and Outstanding Achievement from the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer.
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