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The chassis is made of 1/2" sheet aluminum. The bearings are pillow block bearings. The Main(RA) shaft is 2-5/8" diameter aluminum and the smaller(dec) shaft is 1-1/6" steel. The large worm gear was purchased cheaply from an astronomy website.
Hopefully my wife will let me spend a little more time in the shop now!
Do you know of anyone that has used a section of the heavy Green plastic sewer pipe which is available in diameters starting at 10 or 12 inches for this?
I have found the white PVC pipe locally that is 8 inches approx. in diameter.
Anything 6 inches or less is available in the plumbing supply / home improvement stores .
The problem is that once you get to the green commercial PVC piping the gets buried underground a ways , it also gets very heavy as the wall thickness is quite thick as it is schedule 30 or 40 so it won't crush when buried in the ground.
The Blue PVC underground piping is for water mains and has an even thicker wall on it than the green sewer piping as it needs to be schedule 80 and be able to take the municipal water pressure continuously .
If you know some one in the business and can get thick-walled PVC, go for it. You won't find a cheaper easier-to-work material and you won't have to go to the gym again ever!
Once the lenses are installed into it the tube I am very sure that the weight of these sizes of lenses won't be very light either.
I figure that it is going to take 2 people to set the scope up of that size on site anyway.
The ground or earth base , the mount system and then the scope tube and other parts will need to be assembled in pieces to be able to handle them .
In theory it could be "portable" with some work involved with the set up.
If you were going to make it portable and transportable what length and diameter of tube would you consider to be a maximum for such a project ??
What would a person use to anchor the thing into the ground without a hard pad to set it on?
Perhaps 3 of those large 36" or 48" tent spikes with plates welded on the ends that could be leveled ??
Would that give a steady enough base to install such a powerful telescope onto without worrying about vibrations etc.??
What kind of clock drive system would be best for tracking the stars OR moon for these larger scopes ??
No joke: when I started to get a feel for how heavy this thing was going to be I started lifting weights and doing back exercises so I wouldn't kill myself lugging it around. I have to drive about 45 miles to get to dark skies so the scope travels a lot. So far, no major issues but I hesitate to go larger/heavier without permanently installing it in my yard(not possible at this time)
With a scope as large as you suggest, a clock drive of 12" or better would be minimum, they get pretty pricey if you buy them off-the shelf. Last time I looked they ran from $900 to around $3,000.
If your scope is of Newtonian design, I would suggest an "Equatorial Platform"
Easy to construct on your own with good enough tracking even for basic photography. Google it to see what they look like.
Just saying.
Most of us do not live way out in the country .
But your point is well taken and I am sure that someday "someone" would come up with an instructable for building a stationary observatory facility at home.
Are you game?
I wonder WHAT the building inspection office will tell you when you go in to get your building permit for such a facility ,LOL .
How are you going to make it rotate to track the stars?
There will be all kinds of other structural questions they will ask of you.
They will probably tell you that you cannot design it yourself and you will need to get the service of a qualifies architectural and structural engineer.
I KNOW our building inspection office would tell ME that .
I like the minimalist design of yours. I camped next to an 8" f15 once at a star party and it's huge size made me decide on a 6" for myself... Who made your lens?
Best Wishes.
I set out with this project to prove that you didn't need a full-on engineering degree to make an accurate large mount. Frankly, Imprecise is my middle name, I measured very little during this project. It was more important for the parts to be square with each other rather than specific sizes.
Everyone's access to materials is different all over the world. One of the largest homebuilt refractor's (a dialyte)is in the UK with an objective of 32" or so. During the first year I was gathering parts, no dumpster was safe! I remember measuring pipe in my restaurant's basement for a pier I was thinking about mounting the scope on!
let me know and perhpas it will be for you. 2 scopes and crappy needs reapirs tripods. free for experimentals on LI.
Drop me a line through instructables and I will put you in touch. These will be free, but you gotta go get'm
PVC. Short lengths = Flower pots.
Split lengthways = Vegie Garden.
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"You won't miss the gluten in these fudgy, gooey, nutty brownies."
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1/2 cup
whole almonds*
1/3 cup
brown rice flour
1 cup
Ghirardelli® 60% Cacao Bittersweet Chocolate Chips
6 tablespoons
unsalted butter, cut into chunks
1/2 teaspoon
3/4 cup
1 teaspoon
vanilla extract
1 cup
walnut or pecan pieces
This is awesome. FYI: Ghirardelli is sold at Target at a good price! I used Almond meal (from Trader Joe's) & raw sugar and lower glycemic palm sugar and batter was a bit gritty looking, but came out fine. I used the brown rice flour as recipe called for, and was so good (I sometime use other gluten free flours, but this was just fine) and I sometimes cut sugar, don't do it here. I also used my metal kitchen aid mixer bowl to stack on top of a regular pan since I had no official double broiler. I have tried a couple recipes from Ghirardelli and it's ALWAYS wonderful!
These had good flavor, but they didn't have the texture I was after. I probably won't be making these again. They crumbled too easily for our taste.
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Very good flavor, although the texture was off. I made them twice, and the first time I use almond meal. The brownies were mealy and developed a thick crust on top. The second time around, I did as another reviewer mentioned and used almond butter— it made a huge difference. The brownies were much smoother and didn't have the thick crust on top. Nobody could tell they were gluten free, and my GF friends were delighted. Four stars for the recipe as written, but if you use almond butter instead, this becomes a five star recipe.
Fabulous brownies! Not too sticky or sweet. They held their form. Cracked, shiny tops are also a good touch. I used semi sweet chocolate chips instead of bittersweet and Earth Butter instead of butter because my mum can't have milk fat (or gluten). I also recommend using light brown sugar instead of white sugar for brownies in general. Otherwise, I followed the directions to the word. The only issue I had with the recipe was that 25 minutes was not nearly long enough. I had to leave them in the oven for an extra 10 minutes.
Amazing and awesome crackle-top brownies! My almonds weren't very finely minced, though, which made the texture a bit grainy. Next time, I'll substitute in almond butter for the almond meal. And trust me, there -will- be a next time!
This is truly a fool proof recipe. I've made them countless times with variations and they always come out perfect. The original recipe calls for 3/4 cup of sugar which was too sweet for my tastes. I use about a half cup of organic sugar and even still they are a bit sweet but no one's complaining! I also found 6T of butter is a bit much and if you reduce it to 5T it is hardly noticeable. I use smart balance too. So feel free to fool around with this recipe, it is adaptable. No one will ever miss the wheat!
I have to say that I had to cook this in a convection microwave oven, so it took me more like 45 minutes vs the 20-25 that the recipe says it will and I added a cup of white chocolate chips instead of walnuts or pecans... but I LOVED these. They are super yummy and my husband couldn't even tell they were gluten free when he ate them. Super easy to make. I did use the whole almonds vs the almond flour. May try the almond flour next time.
Quite nice. On the fudgey side. Doesn't carry the gluten-free stigma because they are delicious.
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Flourless Chocolate Brownies
Serving Size: 1/16 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 16
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 224
Calories from Fat: 146
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Reproduced from The Silver Platter, by Daniella Silver with Norene Gilletz, with permission from the copyright holders, ArtScroll/Mesorah Publications.Long slow cooking and marinating are the secrets to a delicious brisket. Within an hour of my beginning to cook this dish, the house has a wonderful, inviting aroma. My family can hardly wait for dinner.
1 beef brisket 4-5 lb.2 tsp. kosher salt1 tsp. black pepper1 Tbsp. onion powder1 Tbsp. garlic powder2 Tbsp. olive oil3 large onions, thinly sliced1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley1 can 6 oz. tomato paste2 Tbsp. honey3 bay leaves1/2-cup balsamic vinegar3/4 cup dry red wine or water
Coat a large roasting pan with nonstick cooking spray. Add brisket; sprinkle with salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder. Rub brisket with spices to coat on all sides.In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Sauté onions for 5 minutes, until softened. Stir in parsley, tomato paste, honey, bay leaves, vinegar, and wine. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Let cool.Pour sauce over, around, and under the brisket. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or overnight, turning occasionally.Preheat oven to 325°F. Bake, covered, for 3-3½ hours or until meat is fork-tender. Calculate 45 minutes per pound to determine the cooking time. Discard bay leaves. Let cool.Refrigerate several hours or overnight. Discard hardened fat from gravy. Trim excess fat from brisket. Slice against the grain to desired thickness.Reheat, covered, in pan gravy at 350°F for 25-30 minutes.8-10 servings
Slow Cooker Method: Season brisket and prepare sauce as above; add to slow cooker insert coated with nonstick cooking spray. Marinate overnight in the refrigerator. Place insert into slow cooker; cook on low for 8-10 hours.Ask your butcher to cut a very large brisket (8 lbs.) in half. Total cooking time will be the same as for one 4 lb.Brisket should be cooked "low and slow," with lots of onions. The internal temperature should not rise above 180°F on a meat thermometer; after it reaches 200°F, the brisket will become dry.
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Attached are pics of a Miller Bobcat 225 mounted on a trailer I built for the purpose. The Bobcat unit was purchased with the factory propane option and is fueled by "fork lift" propane cylinders.
Why propane? At least 50% of the justification for buying this unit was to serve as an emergency power back up supply..
Having worked for a small company that installs emergency backup power systems, a key lesson learned was to go with propane since it doesn't deteriorate in long storage and you never have engine/carburetor gum up problems as you do with gasoline power units.
A copy of NFPA 58 code and a local knowledgeable propane dealer was very helpful in laying this system out to ensure compliance with propane fire & DOT codes.
While I have done some welding for hire with this unit, it has been primarily a hobby welder and home emergency back up power source.
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Looks good. Appears that you didn't get time to make some cable cord holders. I bought a Trailblazer for emergency power too and it can weld too.
At least that's what I told my wife.
Nice little setup I bet with some torches and a toolbox that sucker will pay for its self in 6 months. I like it. I'm waiting on a TB300D from work and ill be looking into doing th e same thing. I like the propane if I couldnt get the diesel for so cheap I would be extremely interested in propane it burns the cleanest.Never Satisfied
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Nice setup I'd knock the corners off those angles at the front though. A 45 degree cut about 1/2 way out the leg would make it safer.-Meltedmetal
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Toss an O2 bottle on and use the LP for a torch set up.
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thanks for all the comments.. I bought the Bobcat after Hurricane Fran came through and swore from then on I'd have some back up emergency power..... had never planned to do any for hire welding... but ended up doing a fair bit just by word of mouth contacts.Hobby Welder for about 32 years
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Step 1: Anatomy of a Gopher Burrow
With the risk to my horses, cows and unsure steps of my elderly grandmother ... along with the destruction they are able to wreak upon my fruit trees and gardens, I have had to remove a few gophers in the past few years. Made a few videos that illustrate this post pretty well.
They do not eat insects. I don't know where you get your information, but it is false. The small amount of "aeration" their tunnels do (which is not the kind of aeration that encourages plant growth) is completely outweighed by the damage they do to their environment.
To sharpen their teeth, they often do what is called "girdling" trees. They will walk around the base of a tree chewing the bark until the bark is completely stripped from the base. This kills the trees, and is precisely the method used for years by many tribes of native Americans to cull/dry trees.
Gopher holes are particularly dangerous to equines, as they are just below the surface and cannot be seen. Every year, thousands of horses are injured, or even killed due to gopher holes. Many people have been killed while horseback riding on a horse that stepped in a gopher hole.
Gophers will breed dramatically quickly when natural predators (hawks, eagles, foxes, snakes, etc) are run out of a particular area. A gopher infested field is not only useless for growing crops, trees, bushes, or any other plantlife, but is also a danger to hoofed animals, particularly horses, cattle, deer, elk, etc.
"Filling up the holes with dirt" will do nothing to deter gophers. They will easily and quickly dig through the dirt and reconnect their tunnels. Relocating gophers is also not usually an option, as it's simply taking one problem rodent and moving it to another location to destroy. (There are, however, companies that use massive vacuums to suck them out of their holes humanely and attempt to relocate them. Usually to zoos.)
Gophers are the termites of the mammal world. They are a food source in the ecosystem, but when the ecosystem involves a garden, farm, orchard, cattle, horses or any other place that has been settled by humans, they are a very real, and even potentially deadly nuisance.
With a name like "Trees Need To Be Hugged" I am little surprised by your attempt to say "killing gophers is bad" but if you wish to pose a debate, please educate yourself on what the animal actually is first.
While a vegetarian may argue that it's unfair for a human to kill a gopher in order to grow the food to feed his family, what would be the argument between killing a gopher to keep numerous wild deer and horses from breaking legs leading to slow and incredibly painful deaths?
*steps off of his soap box*
Usually, it seems like people place traps just outside of the entrance/exit hole. I must give you credit for the explanation of intercepting the gopher's network of tunnels. It seems like a good way of catching them since they probably won't expect a trap inside their own tunnels... or maybe I'm over thinking this, haha.


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BACK TO SCHOOL: Eco-friendly school supplies
Going back to school not only means class registration and mentally gearing up for another year of concentrated learning- it usually involves a good deal of shopping. Texbooks are just the beginning- the little things like pencils, pens, paper, and notebooks, can really add up- for your wallet and for the environment. So make greener choices this year and go back to school in sustainable academic style. Here are some recommendations for eco school supplies…
Recycled Pencils
The good old #2 pencil isn't going anywhere anytime soon. The good news is that there are now some eco choices, including Paper Mate® EarthWrite™ Recycled Pencils made from 100% recycled materials, down to the lead and eraser. If you're in the market for something a little more fun, check out Smencils, made from recycled newspapers and infused with scents- for some scratchin' sniffin' writin' fun.
+ PaperMate EarthWrite – $4.39 for a box of 48 at Office Depot
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Eco-Friendly Pens
If you're more a pen person, there are a bunch of green pen options as well, including Pilot's recycled BeGreen Pens. Unfortunately they're only available in the UK and Canada, or through a few online retailers. Other options include biodegradable pens from Industries Of The Blind and Vegan Essentials.
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+ Biodegradable pens – $1.95 each at Vegan Essentials
100% Recycled printer paper
This should be an obvious one, and big retailers like Staples are now starting to carry 100% recycled paper more commonly. Look for acid-free papers with 100% post-consumer content that meets or exceeds the Government Printing Office and EPA's standard for recycled paper.
+ $6.49 for a ream or $47.99 for a case from Staples.com
Eco and super-cute notebooks
Who doesn't love a cute notebook that's good for the environment too? Ecojot notebooks are made from 100% post-consumer recycled paper and come in a variety of graphic designs and sizes. Their new site will launch in September, but in the meantime, buy a set from Delight.
A Reusable Lunchbox
You may have outgrown the traditional lunchpail from your childhood days, but this stylish and washable lunch tote bag from Built NY is sure to meet all your green meal needs- the perfect vessel to tote your organic fruits and vegetables. Ditch the brown paper bags and dine in eco-friendly style!
+ $19.99 from Built NY
What organized student can get through a semester without binders? Here's a greener option- these recycled binders from Re-Binder are not only eco-friendly, but sturdy and cheap.
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July 16, 2010 at 10:33 pm
Check out http://www.earthschoiceoutlet.com for a great selection of eco batteries, green cleaners, eco pencils, and more.
August 30, 2009 at 5:48 pm
You guys should totally partner up with staples/office depot. I would be one of your biggest Teen customers if you did. Buying online is out of the question for me i don't have a visa.
March 11, 2009 at 4:35 am
hey cool too bad i already bought supplies i could of gone eco
November 30, 2008 at 2:17 pm
I like to use Fish Lips Paper Designs gift wrap as book covers. Not only are they made with 100% recycled paper with really great designs, but the paper is very thick, so its lasts all school year. http://www.fishlipspaperdesigns.com
July 15, 2008 at 3:45 am
thats great that we have SO many cheap green options, too bad i hav to order most of them online.
January 2, 2008 at 5:58 pm
i really do need some school supplies
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I am looking for an eco-friendly binder that will hold approximately 100 pages. Please send me samples if possible to: Dr. Pat Hayden, 4740 Connecticut Ave. NW Ste. Ste. 1016, Washington, DC 20008.
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trailer axle source near Orlando
Good luck on finding a reasonably priced axle here in Fl., I deal with a company in Arkansas for all of my trailer needs but you must have your occupational license to purchase from them.
Redneck Trailer supply is probably the biggest supplier here in Fl. but they are mighty proud of their stock and their prices reflect that. Another source here in Fl. is The Expeditor located down in Boca Raton or Boynton, can't remember which.
You may find it cheaper to deal with Champion Trailer in La., or maybe ABC trailer parts, or another name to toss at you would be Gator Trailer in Ga. I don't have the phone numbers handy at the moment but all have web sites and are easily found with a google search. If you need more info send me a pm and I'll give you a list of vendors that I use for all of my trailer parts.
Who are you buying your steel from? I have found that Modern Welding in Orlando is generally cheaper than dealing with Alro Metals but Alro gives much better service. DaveIf necessity is the Mother of Invention, I must be the Father of Desperation!
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Modern welding carries a full line of mild and stainless steels. If you get a cheaper quote elsewhere they will normally match or beat the competition and offer free delivery. The only bad thing for me using them is that they only deliver down in my area on Mon. and Thurs., not sure how they do it in your area. Their number is 407-843-1270 or 800-641-6789If necessity is the Mother of Invention, I must be the Father of Desperation!
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What's been done?
In what could very well be the world's first ever sarcastic transfer window, Arsene Wenger has basically delivered a parody of an Arsenal summer, with noises about spending lots of money followed by further noises about 'no really we've actually got loads of money this time', they have thus far only recruited a 20-year-old from France. The only difference from other summers is that nobody appears to be sniffing around their best player. There could be a reason for that.
What still needs to be done?
Basically everything that needed doing at the start of the summer. They could still do with another goalkeeper, they still need some central defensive back-up, they still need someone with a little oomph in central midfield and they still need a striker. The failed pursuits of Gonzalo Higuain and Stevan Jovetic and the increasingly irritating toe-dipping for Luis Suarez and possibly Wayne Rooney have inspired many Gooners to press the panic button, then hammer on the panic button, then smack their head against the panic button.
The problem for nervous Gooners is that it doesn't look like their fears will be settled soon. "We are prepared to wait," said Wenger when asked about Suarez last week. "It looks unlikely before the Emirates Cup. We still have a strong squad but we are there on the market to try to strengthen our team. With or without additions we can be title challengers next season." If he'd like a hand, we helpfully compiled a list of potential alternative strikers here.
What's been done?
A tidy, if fairly low-key, summer thus far. Obviously the big business of the window was keeping hold of Christian Benteke, and his new contract means there is no real likelihood of lots of big moves at Villa Park. Most positions have been quietly strengthened, from Jore Okore and Antonio Luna at the back, Leandro Bacuna and Alexsandar Tonev in midfield and Nicklas Helenius up top.
What still needs to be done?
It wouldn't be an enormous surprise if nobody else wandered through the Villa Park door this summer. Paul Lambert hinted as much before their recent friendly against Luton: "We've got everybody in which is good. It's just a matter of getting them altogether and getting them playing the way you want."
The aim now seems to be to clear out the deadwood in Lambert's squad. While reading too much into squad numbers is usually the last refuge of the scoundrel and the moron, Villa weren't exactly subtle when they released theirs last week, making it very clear who's welcome and who isn't. It seems fairly certain that 35 - Shay Given will be encouraged to go, with Doncaster mentioned, oddly, while 40 - Stephen Ireland, 41 - Alan Hutton and 36 - Charles N'Zogbia are all on the 'Don't Let The Door Hit Your Arse' list. 42 - Barry Bannan's move to Blackburn may or may not be happening, while of course the big departure will be 39 - Darren Bent, for whom the market appears to be livening up. Newcastle and Fulham are finally removing their thumbs from their bottoms and making moves, apparently.
What's been done?
Until Wednesday evening, not a great deal. £7.5million for Andreas Cornelius, a man with one decent season in the Danish league under his belt, looks like something of a gamble, while John Brayford has arrived from Derby. However, the acquisition of Steven Caulker, with most Spurs fans scratching their heads and wondering what the hell Daniel Levy and Andre Villas-Boas are playing at, was quite the coup. The Tom Ince farrago looked embarrassing, but if the winger's motives for staying in the north-west because of the birth of his child are genuine, it was obviously unavoidable from Cardiff's perspective.
What still needs to be done?
A fair bit. As Sarah Winterburn wrote back in June, it's the defence that probably requires the most attention, noting that there's 'no real Premier League quality' in their backline ranks at present. Caulker obviously addresses that issue, but while Brayford is a promising full-back, they could do with some more help back there.
And it's not as if Cardiff aren't trying, or are not ambitious (if you believe the gossip pages), with a fee apparently agreed for Etienne Capoue, the Toulouse midfielder who very nearly joined Arsenal in January. "It's pretty delicate at the moment," said Malky Mackay of the move. "We're in discussions and negotiations but it's something that's ongoing." In addition, there is talk of gazumping Swansea for Espanyol's Hector Moreno, while they are also seemingly keen on bringing Joe Ledley back from Celtic.
What's been done?
The gallopingly unnecessary signing of Andre 'Don't Call Me' Schurrle was followed by Dutch midfielder Marco van Ginkel and a new pair of buttocks to fill the groove on the Stamford Bridge bench that Ross Turnbull spent four years working on, in the shape of Mark Schwarzer. The usual fleet of youngsters have been sent on loan too - by our count, Chelsea have loaned out 14 players, none of them likely to feature in Jose Mourinho's first team anytime soon.
What still needs to be done?
There are only a couple of areas that Mourinho really needs to beef up - specifically a holding/tackling midfielder if he (quite rightly) assumes John Obi Mikel isn't good enough, and a striker if he thinks Demba Ba isn't quite up to standard, Romelu Lukaku isn't quite ready yet and that the kindest thing to do with Fernando Torres is to send him to the same farm your mum sent little Snowy. Or sell him. Whatever.
There are a few candidates for the former position, the most likely and practical would seem to be Sami Khedira, who Mourinho insisted on signing when he arrived at Real Madrid, but the sexiest (in a few respects) is Daniele De Rossi. The one-sleeved Italian is theoretically available after Roma basically put their entire squad apart from Francesco Totti up for sale, but it remains to be seen if Mourinho thinks he's worth the bother (he has a...temper) and/or money.
As far as the striker goes, despite talk of everyone from Robert Lewandowski to Burak Yilmaz to even Didier Drogba, it seems Jose's heart is set on one man, or nobody. "At this moment we have made what you know; that bid which was public and official and after that nothing else," Mourinho said when asked about his interest in Wayne Rooney. "But we are calm as we told you that we are calm because we are happy with what we have."
What's been done?
Thus far, the construction of a forward line that you'd probably um and ah about fielding in the Championship, never mind the Premier League, signing Jerome Thomas which, on a free, could be a handy move if not an adequate like-for-like replacement for Wilfried Zaha, and recruiting midfielder Jose Campana from Sevilla, while Eliott Grandin's signing should probably be confirmed by the time you read this. Plus there's been an awful lot of hot air from Ian Holloway (including the irony of him getting a fan banned from Crawley because they were being a gobsh*te), which will hopefully be a reminder to those who wanted him back in the Premier League to pause and think about what they've done.
What still needs to be done?
It seems clear the Holloway wants another striker, and a bloody good job too. A move for Carlton Cole apparently fell through, while there is troubling talk that not only does he want Marouane Chamakh on loan, but that he's also willing to pony-up a good chunk of the Moroccan's mammoth monies. But hey - this is the guy that decided Dwight Gayle is worth upwards of £4million, so all bets are off there. Still, talk of a move for Peter Odemwingie seems to make a certain amount of sense, and word that they're also in for Johan Elmander is quite intriguing.
Elsewhere, that defence looks like it could do with some attention. Julian Speroni is perhaps one of the most underrated keepers in the country, but ahead of him there isn't a great deal to inspire confidence of Premier League clean sheets. Should they lin -up against Spurs on August 18 with a defence of Joel Ward, Danny Gabbidon, Damien Delaney and Dean Moxey...well, if Gareth Bale is still around then he'll fancy a fun afternoon.
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I found a filling recipe on the internet and took a few shortcuts - like using a box cake mix - since I just came up with this on a whim. I was pretty happy with it but would make a few slight changes if I made it in the future (I'll list them in the steps)
I ended up taking my finished cake to work and it was a big hit.
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- an oven-safe ceramic bowl 3-4" in diameter - I used a great little ceramic ikea bowl
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I will have to make some serious substitutions obviously!
Its going to have to be a 'from scratch' effort! And I only have one cake pan!
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MISSION: The mission of the Department of Psychology and Counseling is to provide challenging opportunities at the graduate and undergraduate levels that will enable students to acquire the necessary academics and leadership skills and cultural experiences to be successful in mental health and the behavioral sciences
GOALS: The Department of Psychology and Counseling is committed to encouraging and supporting scholarship by faculty and students, providing the best practices in teaching and learning, updating the curriculum to meet the needs of the psychology and counseling professions, and seeking diversity within the faculty and student populations to reflect and meet the needs of society at large.
WELCOME: The purpose of this site is to allow you to investigate our department so as to learn about our faculty, our students, and our staff. Some may be interested in our graduate and undergraduate programs while others may be interested in the research activities of our faculty.
The department is a community of scholars with expertise ranging from school and professional counseling to applied psychology and experimental research. We offer courses at the main campus in Stephenville, online, and at satellite locations in Fort Worth, Midlothian and Waco.
The Psychology major is one of the largest at Tarleton State University. Graduates earn the Bachelor of Science degree.
The Professional Counseling Program is also popular with students.
* Master of Science in CMHC (Licensed Professional Counselor)
Please feel free to contact me or any of the other faculty and staff in our department.
Robert Newby, Ph.D.
Department Head and Professor
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Servoz 6 km from des Houches: Chalet "Pierre Blanche", 2 storeys. In the district of Le Lac 1 km from the centre of Servoz, in a quiet position. For shared use: natural garden (fenced). Parking at the house. Shop 1 km, shopping centre 8 km, restaurant 1 km, bus stop 500 m, railway station "de Servoz" 450 m. Golf course (18 hole) 16.3 km, slopes 6.8 km. Please note: car recommended. 3-room chalet 60 m2 on 2 levels, simple furnishings: living/dining room with 1 double sofabed and TV. Kitchenette (4 hot plates, oven, dishwasher). Shower/WC. Electric heating. Upper floor: 1 room with sloping ceilings, ceiling height 110 - 230 cm with 1 double bed. 1 room with sloping ceilings, ceiling height 110 - 230 cm with 2 beds. Balcony, terrace, south-west facing position. View of the mountains. Facilities: washing machine. Please note: TV only FR.
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Jim Henson's 75 birthday. Who's Your Favorite Muppet? [VIDEOS, POLL]
Jim Henson would have been 75 today. Everyone knows who he is. A great puppeteer creator of The Muppets and performed on Sesame Street and The Muppet Show. Henson also created advanced puppets for projects like Fraggle Rock, The Dark Crystal and Labrinth


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Pike County – After 27 years of dedicated service to the Indiana State Police, Master Trooper Frank Coleman will be retiring to become the mayor of Petersburg.
Former Mayor Jon Craig resigned from his post in January to join Governor Mike Pence's team. Craig is now the Deputy Director of Community and Rural Affairs under Lt. Governor Sue Ellspermann.
After Craig's resignation, a Republican Caucus held a special election on February 2nd to choose the next mayor from six candidates. During that meeting, Coleman was selected as the next Mayor of Petersburg. Coleman will be officially sworn in on February 22nd.
Coleman joined the Indiana State Police after graduating from the academy in November 1985. He was assigned to the Evansville District where he primarily patrolled Pike County his entire career. Coleman has investigated countless crashes and conducted numerous criminal investigations resulting in hundreds of criminal arrests. He also was a counselor at the Indiana State Police Recruit Academy for two different classes in 2005 and 2006. Coleman has been an ordained minister since 1978 and has been a guest minister on numerous occasions at several area churches over the years. Coleman will continue to patrol for a few more days before he retires and officially becomes Mayor Frank Coleman.
"Master Trooper Coleman's service, loyalty and dedication to the Indiana State Police and to the community in which he served will be greatly missed," said Lieutenant Dennis Marshall, Commander of the Evansville District.
Coleman and his wife, Beth, have been married for 32 years. Their son, Frank Edward Coleman and his wife, Leigha, reside in Evansville with their one-year-old son, Frank Isaac.


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Spending a few hours this fall to button up your house and other valuables for the winter can save you big bucks down the line. There are plenty of easy and inexpensive ways to protect your possessions from harsh winter weather. Here's a checklist of preventive measures to consider before it turns cold:
Driveways, sidewalks and patios: Little cracks in concrete surfaces can quickly grow into big ones during the winter with the constant freezing and thawing of trapped moisture. Sealing cracks with ready-to-use concrete sealant is quick and easy: Just apply with a caulking gun or squeeze directly from the tube. A one-quart tube of sealant should cost under $10 at most home improvement stores and it goes a long way. By the way, rock salt used for winter snow and ice removal can erode concrete surfaces and kill surrounding grass and plants, so use deicing products that are safe for your surfaces and landscaping.
Gas grills: If you're through grilling for the season, turn off and disconnect the propane tank and store it separately, as winter cold is hard on the flexible tubing and can cause cracking, especially if it's still under pressure. Open burner valves to bleed off any trapped gas. Clean grates, flavor bars and grease trap using a wire brush and soapy water; add a little ammonia to help cut the grease. Be sure to clean out any ashes on the bottom of the grill because they'll trap moisture and may rust during the winter. Ideally, cover the grill and store indoors or in a dry outdoor location. If you store it outdoors, wrap the burners in plastic bags to keep moisture out and then cover the entire grill in a sturdy vinyl grill cover, which typically costs under $40 at home stores.
Lawnmowers/gas-powered garden equipment: Lawnmowers and other gas-powered garden equipment should be thoroughly cleaned, removing all caked-on grass, dirt and loose rust. A simple scrub pad made from repurposed aluminum foil works well for this job, particularly when used with a spray lubricant such as WD-40. Air and fuel filters should be changed, along with the oil. Most experts agree that the gas tank should be kept filled with gasoline that has been treated with a stabilizer, available at many hardware and auto supply stores. This keeps the gas fresh and prevents condensation and deposits from developing in the engine. Be sure to run the engine for about 10 minutes after adding the stabilized gasoline.
Motor vehicles: If you live in a cold climate, your car and other vehicles require a little TLC this time of year to make them safer and more efficient, and to help them last longer. Oil in the engine thickens in cold temperatures, making it less effective, so read the owner's manual and make sure you're using the right oil for winter conditions. Check and replace rubber parts, including hoses, belts and windshield wiper blades, as needed, since winter ice, snow and salt will wear them out at warp speed. Air pressure in tires typically drops as temperatures decrease, so check tire pressure more often during colder periods. Make sure you have the right mix of antifreeze in your radiator (get an inexpensive tester from an auto supply shop). If your car battery is more than three years old, have it tested to make sure it's able to hold a charge. When shopping for snow tires, it pays to compare prices. You might be able to save by buying tires online and having them shipped and installed locally.


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Benny Solis Race Report - Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca
NEWS August 1, 2012
Photo by Brian J Nelson
Courtesy of GoPro Daytona SportBike rider, Benny Solis:
(August 1, 2012) - So although Laguna was a tough weekend at the beginning, I feel like we ended up doing alright for the issues we had on and off the bike. I was quite excited to go out there in first free practice and start off at a fast pace but I couldn't get the bike to turn the way I needed it too. After sitting down with my dad, Robert Ward, Dave Brite and Lenny from Ohlins, we all agreed on a setup change that we were sure would help us get a good position in qualifying!
We were supposed to have our first qualifying the morning of Saturday, but unfortunately the weather wasn't on our side and we weren't able to turn any laps. Later that day though we were able to go out and run our qualifying session. I was quite motivated to get a good position since its every important for the race.
Immediately as I went out, I felt right away that the changes we made were a big positive change. My goal was to get a hot lap immediately and while I was pushing hard, I made a huge mistake on my side and I ended up high siding while coming down the world famous cork screw. I was seriously bummed when I stopped rolling because my first thoughts, other than my knees were hurting, was, "damn, I seriously messed up my chance to get a decent position on the grid."
It was quite frustrating for me but all I was focused on was taking care oh my knees the rest of saturday so I could ride hard for Sunday's race because I knew I was going to start from somewhere in the back, and I would need to make up many positions.
I was gridded in 17th position since my lap time from first practice was used. I jumped on my B bike for Sundays warm up and the bike felt great since the same set up as my A bike was put on. It was still very foggy and misty but I was able to get a good feel for the bike and I was excited for the race.
So for the race, I got a pretty good start and started making up positions right away. I had to be real aggressive because there was many riders in front of me. With about 5 laps to go, I was in 9th place and on the last few laps I charged hard because I was in a battle with 4 other riders and I had a chance to get into 6th place. I was stoked on some of the passes I made and I moved up to 7th place with 2 laps to go. On my final lap, I made a move going into the corkscrew for 6th place but I broke a little too late and ran wide. So I was back in 7th place and thats where I finished! It was definitely a fun race :)
I was hoping for my first top 5 or podium at Laguna, but I put myself in a tough position when I went out and crashed in qualifying. Like I said though, for the way the weekend started, I feel like I learned a lot this last weekend and I matched my best finish. I'm really excited for New Jersey though since I learned the track last season for the final, and now I learned from my mistake in qualifying at Laguna. So I'm shooting for a much better qualifying out there for me so I have a better shot to be closer up front for the race. I'm happy with the set up I have on my bike and I'm going to be training real hard so I show up at NJ as prepared as I can be. I'm hoping to get some track time in, also some dirt riding, and just working in my physical fitness. I'll post another update soon! Stay tuned everyone :)
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Returning to Work After Cancer
Watch the "Moving Forward" video series about work [1] from ASCO and the LIVESTRONG Foundation, adapted from this content.
After treatment for cancer, young adults often look forward to returning to the workforce. It provides opportunities to reconnect with colleagues and friends, focus on something other than cancer, get involved in interesting and challenging projects, and start regaining a sense of "normal". Although it is also a time of transition that may feel overwhelming, preparation may ease your anxiety about going back to work. Consider taking the following steps:
Know your rights
Get to know your workplace rights and responsibilities, which will help you plan the details of your return to work and prepare appropriate responses to challenges you may face.
Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) [2]. You have probably heard of FMLA and used it to cover your time off during treatment. Under FMLA, you may take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave in a 12-month period. To be eligible for FMLA benefits, you must work for an employer that has at least 50 employees within 75 miles. In addition, you must have worked for the employer for a total of 12 months and at least 1,250 hours over the previous 12 months.
FMLA does not have to be taken as 12 weeks in a row; it can be used intermittently, applying after you've returned to the workplace. For example, some people use FMLA to go back to work part time while they are regaining strength and transitioning to their responsibilities. Some employers require that their employees use available sick or vacation time for part or all of the 12 weeks, so check with your human resources department for information on your workplace's policies.
Other key factors in FMLA include the following:
- Employers are required to continue your group health insurance coverage while you are under FMLA on the same terms as if you were still working.
- You are entitled to return to your original job or to an equivalent job with equivalent pay and benefits.
Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) [3]. Federal and state laws protect the employment rights of cancer survivors with disabilities. For example, the ADA, enforced by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunities Commission, requires that your employer provide "reasonable accommodations" to allow you to do your job, as long as you are qualified to perform the essential duties of your position. Accommodations may include a modified or flexible work schedule, modifications to your job responsibilities, or physical changes to your workspace. In addition, the ADA prohibits your employer from discriminating against you because of cancer and protects you from being asked personal questions other than job-related medical questions. Learn more about cancer and workplace discrimination [4].
Decide when to return to work
Talk with your doctor about whether you are ready to return to work. The timing depends on the type of cancer and treatment you had and the type of job you perform. If your job is stressful or physically demanding, or if you work in a setting—such as a hospital or daycare center—where exposure to infections is common, you may need to wait longer before returning to work. Ongoing treatments or side effects, such as fatigue, may also cause delays.
Coordinate with your employer
When you decide it is time for you to return to work, set up a telephone or in-person meeting with your human resources department to discuss transition plans. Ask whether your employer has a formal "return-to-work" or disability management program. Other topics that you should cover include flexible work options, job accommodations you may need, and your insurance and benefits coverage.
Also consider taking these steps to make the transition easier:
- Set up frequent meetings with your manager to evaluate the transition and make any necessary adjustments.
- Inform your manager when you will have follow-up care appointments and how you plan to work around them, if possible.
- Adjust your daily routine, scheduling important meetings or tasks for times when you are feeling best.
- Schedule medical treatment appointments late in the day or before the weekend to give you time to recover.
- Modify your workspace, if possible, so that you can be comfortable and productive.
- Don't overload yourself with work; be realistic about what you can handle, and take small breaks during the day to help you maintain your energy level.
- Use lists and reminders or set meeting and task alarms on your office email system if you find that you have trouble concentrating.
Communicate with coworkers
It's your decision whether you choose to tell coworkers about your cancer experience. However, if you have been absent for a while or your physical appearance has changed, some colleagues may have questions. Decide what you want to tell people and how. You may decide to have private conversations with a few close coworkers. Or you may find it easier to tell everyone at the same time during a meeting.
It always helps to keep your explanation simple and let people know how your return to work will affect them. For example, you might consider saying, "I've completed treatment for cancer, and I'm currently doing well. It's good to be back at work. Just so you know, I will be here 20 hours per week for the next four weeks, and I will return full time after that. In the meantime, Joe Smith will be covering Projects A and B." Learn more about sharing your story [5].
Some employers and coworkers may not respond well. Their reactions may have more to do with their past experiences or lack of experiences with cancer. However, most cancer survivors find that their coworkers are supportive and caring. And people often take your lead; if you are comfortable as you talk about your experience with cancer, they will likely feel the same.
Find help
If you are having difficulty making the transition back to work, talk with a social worker [6] or join a support group [7] to learn from the experiences of other young adult cancer survivors.
Also consider talking with a vocational (job) counselor if your cancer experience has reshaped your career priorities and caused you to question whether they fit with your current job. These changes are common and may help guide your career in a new direction.
More Information
Going Back to Work After Cancer [8]
Cancer and Workplace Discrimination [4]
Finding a Job After Cancer [9]
Additional Resources
Cancer and Careers [11]


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Sacred Sands: A Strawbale B&B Guest Retreat
We are all in need of some good old R&R from time to time, and the Sacred Sands Guest Retreat in Joshua Tree, California is just the sort of (green) destination to cure what ails you. This two guest room B&B eco-lodge not only offers desert solitude, no frills pampering, and pristine views and panoramas, but also the opportunity to experience strawbale construction first-hand in this luxury outpost near the western entrance to Joshua Tree National Park.
We love that the proprietors at Sacred Sands have gone to great lengths to incorporate sustainable building methods into their guest retreat, particularly since Joshua Tree is a fragile desert ecosystem with a steady stream of tourists and recreationists from around the world. Strawbale construction is the perfect choice for the southeastern California climate and an excellent solution for the temperature regulation of the retreat's interiors. Strawbale construction is a green building method that uses straw bales as both structural elements and insulation. Compared to conventional building methods it is both affordable and energy efficient in its unusually high insulation value. Straw is also plentiful in most regions and serves as a sustainable, non-toxic alternative to chemically treated, harvested timber and other conventional construction materials.
The earth-tone walls at Sacred Sands are stuccoed on the outside and plastered with earth on the inside to create an adobe-like feel. Each wall is wide and flexible yet dense and air tight, allowing for greater performance and safety during earthquakes and fires (setting fire to a strawbale wall has been compared to lighting a match to a phone book; the density does not allow for air flow).
In addition to the peace of mind created by incorporating eco-friendly principles into this stunning retreat, the guest rooms also feature luxury bedding and linens and indoor showers with body sprays, rainhead fixtures, and river rock floors to massage your weary feet. Outside you can shower al fresco, or soak in your private spa as you view the desert sunsets. Guests can also nap in the sun or sleep under the stars on their very own terrace, complete with meditation platform. What better way to rejunvenate on holiday, explore the region's offerings, and support eco-minded hospitality and tourism in a unique and naturally rich environment? For those adventurers who happen to be in Joshua Tree in early May consider timing your visit to coincide with the site specific enviro-art happening, High Desert Test Sites.
Current Room Rates Per Night Double Occupancy :
$259.00 Sunday through Thursday
$289.00 Friday and Saturday
Two night minimum on weekends
+ Sacred Sands Guest Retreat
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+ Greenbuilder Straw Bale Construction Sourcebook
+ High Desert Test Sites
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April 2, 2010 at 11:03 am
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January 1, 2008 at 9:36 am
Nice place. What about it's 'systems' ? In particular, as it is sited in a desert, it would be interesting to know how they deal with water, graywater and waste water… if they are using solar panels and or wind turbines… and if so, which systems and why ? Is that a metal roof being allowed to naturally weather ? If so, what is the 'sandwich' they are using ? Are they using Structurally Insulated Panels (SIP's) and then the metal sheeting… and if so… what kind of foam is used in the SIP's ?
Are they 'off the grid' ? What are the floors made of ? Are the 'earth plasters' used for the walls Lime and earth, or cement and earth… or ?
None of this information is in your post or available at the sacred sands website.
If the focus of 'inhabitat' is going to be 'green'… Ithink it would have been a good idea to include information like this… AND, it probably would be a serious business booster for 'Sacred Sands' to include this info on their website.
December 31, 2007 at 6:05 pm
I stayed here the night before Thanksgiving and it was a dream – stayed in the hot tub (no chlorine, just tea tree oil!) gazing at the stars and full moon for hours. The next morning's breakfast nearly knocked the socks off my Thanksgiving dinner hours later!
Plus, its less than a mile from the splendor of Joshua Tree park…
December 29, 2007 at 7:51 pm
who is the architect?
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FOX TWP. – Rural Pennsylvania communities need to work together and join voices in advocating for policies that benefit them and showing why they are an attractive place to live and work, according to one Commonwealth resident familiar with the challenges and benefits of living in a rural community.
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Degree Completion Requirements — Graduate and Undergraduate
Graduation Requirements: Graduate
Students must apply for graduation by February 15th for May graduation, by June 15th for summer graduation and by September 15th for December graduation. To apply to graduate, a student must complete the application for graduation with the graduate coordinator, pay the graduation fee, and make sure that the Registrar's Offi ce has received all required documentation (graduation application, signed program of study, etc.) by the deadline. Failure to meet these deadlines could delay graduation. A student must have degree-regular status and earn a 3.0 overall GPA on graduate course work to meet graduation requirements. All required work for the degree program (comps, portfolio, thesis) must be completed before degrees will be awarded. There is no honor designation at Armstrong for
graduate students.
Graduation Requirements: Undergraduate
General Degree Requirements
Each student is responsible for fulfilling the requirements of the degree program chosen in accordance with the regulations of the university catalog.
Application for Graduation
Students must pay all fees before degrees will be conferred. Students must submit to the cashier a completed application for graduation form two semesters before graduation. Candidates for degrees, unless excused in writing by the Registrar's Office, must attend the graduation exercises at which degrees are to be conferred.
Catalog in Effect
Students will normally graduate under the catalog in effect at the time of their admission to the university. In the College of Health Professions, students will graduate under the catalog in effect at the time of admission or readmission (whichever is more current) to a particular health professions program. In the College of Education, students will graduate under the catalog in effect at the time of admission to the teacher education program. However, Armstrong State University reserves the right to change any provision listed in this catalog including, but not limited to, academic requirements for graduation, without actual notice to individual students.
Course Requirement Exceptions
Exceptions to course requirements for a degree are permitted only with the written approval of the appropriate dean, upon the recommendation of the department head. However, all exceptions to core curriculum requirements must have the approval of the Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs or Appointees.
Credit Hour Requirements
To qualify for the baccalaureate degree, a student must earn at Armstrong at least 30 semester hours of credit applicable toward the degree. Additionally, the student must complete successfully at Armstrong at least half of the upper division credits required in the major field of study. For students in teacher education programs, the major field of study is the teaching field. For the associate degree, a student must complete at least 15 semester hours of course work at Armstrong State University.
Double Major
Students wishing to receive a double major must satisfy major requirements of both disciplines, including all residency and institutional requirements for each major. Courses to satisfy both degree programs may be taken concurrently. Only one major will appear on the diploma. Both majors will be designated on the transcript.
Dual Degrees
Students wishing to receive a dual degree (two degree programs satisfied concurrently) must satisfy major requirements for both degrees, including all residency, institutional, and additional requirements for each degree. Courses to satisfy one program cannot be used to satisfy the other program (courses used to satisfy Areas F or above - major courses - cannot be used twice). The student will be issued a diploma for each program.
Exit Exams
All students must take major field and general education exit examinations.
History and Constitution Requirements
By state law, every student who receives a degree from a school supported by the State of Georgia must demonstrate proficiency in United States history and constitution and in Georgia history and constitution.
Course Work Taken at Other Institutions and Credit by Examination
To apply transfer credit and credit by examination toward degree requirements at Armstrong, students must obtain prior approval from the appropriate department head or dean before enrolling in course work at another institution or signing up for credit by examination. Failure to seek approval places the student at risk of taking course work that may not satisfy degree requirements.
Minimum Grade Point Average
To meet degree requirements, students must earn a grade point average of 2.0 or better in each of the following:
— all work at Armstrong;
— overall (all course work attempted);
— all courses in the major field.
Some degrees have higher grade point average requirements. Contact major department for complete details.
All grades for graduating seniors must be cleared 30 days following Armstrong's grade submission. This would include: CLEP scores, transient scores, grades for distance learning courses, "NR" (not reported) grades, "I" (incomplete) and/or "In Progress" grades, exchange program grades, grades for courses taken through other colleges, grades for study abroad courses, etc.
To earn a minor in conjunction with a degree, students must complete all requirements (as specified) at Armstrong. Specific course requirements for earning a minor are listed under each department.
Physical Education Requirements
All students who are enrolled in degree programs must adhere to the Armstrong physical education requirements.
Repeating Courses
Policy effective before Fall 2012:
When a course is repeated, only the last grade earned counts in earned hours requirements, grade point average hours and overall grade point average. All course work taken remains on the students' academic records. Students may repeat any course. However, the grade earned in the last attempt will determine the number of quality points assigned for calculation of grade point average.
Policy effective Fall 2012 and after:
Students may repeat any course. However, when a course is repeated, all grades earned for each attempt count in earned hours requirements, grade point average hours and overall grade point average. All course work taken remains on the students' academic records.
Second Baccalaureate Degree
A candidate for a second baccalaureate degree from Armstrong must earn a minimum of 30 additional credit hours and meet all requirements for the degree.
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Heres a video of me at the beach running my truck. Enjoy!
Slash VXL | HPI Wheely King 4x4
Thanks, Kevin.
Been There Done That....
3sLipo / VXLSlash
PLZ PM Gearing For Gladiatorz
"Offroad Madness" Staring 'Slash Bandicoot'
Stock Traxxas Slash with a Lipo.
N-Control Raceway, Austin Texas New Layout
Not sure of the vehicles on this video.
if you want me to i can break your truck for free!
Last edited by R-maxX 19; 08-04-2009 at 09:07 AM. Reason: Because Im tired and cant embed
ERBE ~ Rusty VXL ~ Pede VXL ~ 2 Slash 4X4's
forget i posted lol
Last edited by thecoolman101; 08-04-2009 at 09:01 AM.
if you want me to i can break your truck for free!
Race in Russia
here is a vidd from us.
my wife drives her MMM-Emaxx and our buddy Tim is driving my SW Slash.
Slash 4x4 50% PE, HV 4.5T, Velineon,2s 5000mAh
lol im the first ot embed the vids now all u are lol
if you want me to i can break your truck for free!
Me, Mozez and two other friends did some serious bashing today.
Camera work by Mozez and others, editing by myself. (HQ available on YouTube)
Sidewide-lineon 'Rockstar' Slash
Last edited by Cirkus; 08-07-2009 at 10:36 PM.
Vid of my friend Ty's track. The spotlights had just been added.
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When in doubt, throttle out!
Nice job..
On-Board video
guys please remember not to post non video posts
Race-bred SSC 4x4
Durango DEX410
Not great, but my girlfriend and I had nothing else to do, so why not?
RC enthusiast!
went for vacation w/ Baja Slash at Seaside, OR....... super fun!
Slash PE & Ja-two.
Jammin SCRT10 4x4
1/16 VXL Slash
Revo 3.3
Next video from Russia
...one more
Same location but with my iPhone.Originally Posted by Blone
my Slash with Proline Baja Bug shell and Proline switch tires jumping around a BMX track in Erftstadt, Germany. Video taken by my girlfiend. Picture and sound quality is far from perfect due to my crappy old photocamera. The Slash is equipped with a EZrun 12T/60A motor/esc combo powered by 2S2P Lipo.
Here's my video...
Me or the Rattlesnakes, One of us has to go !!!
here is a video of my slash doing a flip over a 50 foot gap and landing perfect on a landing ramp... MM4600/ maxamps 2s lipo
here is one of my sand videos
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Me or the Rattlesnakes, One of us has to go !!!
Just bashin around the baja bug with the mashers on it.....Enjoy
Me or the Rattlesnakes, One of us has to go !!!
how much fun can you have with a slash?
My video
Me or the Rattlesnakes, One of us has to go !!!
Slash VXL | HPI Wheely King 4x4
Thanks, Kevin.
I found this video on youtube, It has to be the best slash bashing video that I have ever seen. It proves just how durable the slash really is. I dont know where the spot is they are at but it sure looks like a fun place to bash. Enjoy it as much as I did !!!
Me or the Rattlesnakes, One of us has to go !!!
Hey Dude, check out my latest video of my Solo Flight 6000kv Slash!
Thanks for watching.
Been There Done That....
Been There Done That....
Thank you very much. This is my video (I'm the #66 in the video). I can only agree that the Slash is very very durable! The only things that broke was a spurgear and a small pin inside the blue Slash's gearbox.Originally Posted by LEGENDRIVER43
That was 2+ hours of bashing!
We drove in a big sand pit in the north of Sweden, Piteå.
Slash 4x4 PE
Again, another videos:
My brother's Slash:
Abadi Circuit:
Thanks for watching!
Been There Done That....
Dirt Race in Russia
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It doesn't matter if your style veers more Harley Viera Newton than Harley Davidson, a leather jacket is one of those fashion pieces that works in any girl's wardrobe. The moto jacket has that rare ability to make things you wear look more structured and more effortless, which is kind of a magical thing when you're already 10 minutes late and only half-dressed. Plus, it can dress down a fancy frock and make a T-shirt feel more elegant. And — did we mention? — it's warm but breathable, trendy but timeless, and will probably last you decades (if you buy the right one). Since leather coats literally go with everything, the hardest part is figuring out how you'll wear one today. So, if you need a bit of guidance, click through to see five recent examples of how it's done really, really right.
Photographed by Mark Iantosca