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Gwen Stefani in Paige Verdugo Leggings in Black Silk Coated
Pregnant Gwen Stefani and her husband Gavin Rossdale were seen heading out to breakfast in Sherman Oaks, California after making a stop at a school.
Gwen wore a pair of Paige Verdugo Leggings in Black Silk Coated with an abstract printed black and white blouse, a checked coat and some black boots. She really seems to be loving her Paige jeans during her pregnancy! I know Paige's normal jeans are incredibly comfortable, so I'm sure the maternity jeans are even better! Have any of you tried them? You can buy Paige Jeans online at Shopbop.com.
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Gwen Stefani in Paige Maternity Skyline Jeans in Carson
Gwen Stefani was spotted dropping son Zuma off at school in Los Angeles, California. The pregnant singer wore her staple Paige Maternity Skyline Jeans in Carson with the Plaid teddy Jacket by Joe's Jeans and a pair of boots from her L.A.M.B line.
I love that Gwen does not sacrifice fashion for her pregnancy and she still looks very comfortable. She always gives it and looks amazing each and every time. You can click here to purchase these jeans from the Paige website for $189.
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Gwen Stefani in Paige Skyline Maternity Jeans in Carson
Gavin Rossdale took Gwen stefani's hand as he lead her through the crowds of paparazzi. They made their way through Tom Bradley terminal at LAX Airport in Los Angeles, California.
Gwen wore her Paige Skyline Maternity skinny jeans in Carson again, this time with a black coat and boots. I have noticed that she seems to be living in Paige jeans at the moment, whether it's her boyfriend jeans or skinny jeans. It's a good sign that they are incredibly comfortable for travelling while pregnant. Buy these jeans from the Paige website for $189.
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Gwen Stefani in Paige Maternity Skyline Jeans in Carson
Gwen Stefani was spotted visiting a friend in Studio City, California. The singer wore a pair of the Paige Maternity Skyline jeans in Carson with a wrap plaid shirt and some white wedged sneakers. I am not too keen on the shoes, but it is part of the distinct details along with the sunglasses that is true to Gwen's style.
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"I LOVE Puffins. Regular, Cinnamon, Peanut Butter - they are all delicious. I pretty much love any kind of cereal, I definitely have no self control - glad to know I'm not the only one..."
oh no...not the only one!...
--- I just tried the Cinnamon. Good. Not great. Like the PB Puffins. But good.
There's magic in the PB Puffins I've decided.
I bought a box of the PB for my husband. Using all my will not to eat any. Snuck in the other night for a quickie bite or 2, and on the inside box flap it says in thick black Sharpie writing "keep out!" - - make me feel like a junkie or something!
Hi, my name is Tonya and I am a recovered cereal addict. Captian Crunch was a favorite. Rice Chex, Cheerios, Rice Krispies, and Wheat Chex were also favorites. I always loved scraping the sugar off the bottom of bowl. I now eat eggs and veggies or oatmeal w/unsweetened applesauce and cinnamon. Yuck! I will have a bowl of cereal once in a while though. I always enjoy it.
Wow, this thread has inspired me to finally make an attempt to give up my cereal.
kashi crunch, good freinds cinna-raisin, peanut butter puffins...all three at once, perfect. I have a serious problem. I cut back from two bowls to just one, but then noticed i would sneak in another handful or two each.
it really is addictive...im going to give it a shot tomorrow. i cut out granola about a year ago after a 4 year addiction to eating it all day every day.
thanks for the inspiration!
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How do you prepare it? I was at Safeway the other day and waiting in the checkout when I saw the person in front of me with a bag of Quinoa in her basket (when I looked at her, she looked like a runner...then I looked at her shoes...then I was SURE she was a runner... !http://www.coolrunning.com/forums/smile.gif|src=http://www.coolrunning.com/forums/smile.gif|border=0!)
Sorry to take so long... you prepare the same was as you would rice. Its like 2 cups water to 1 cup quinoa. be sure to rinse the quinoa (pronounced keenwah... weird huh) and then add to boiling water and cook for about 15 -20 minutes. I add raisins cinnamon brown sugar... samt stuff as oatmeal... REALLY good!
Originally posted by tsiltman:
Hi, my name is Tonya and I am a recovered cereal addict. Captain Crunch was a favorite.
Hi Tonya ...
Cap'n Crunch always seemed like a sweet old man until I heard this:
Trials and Tribulations - Dude of Life / Phish
The Swiss Miss girl made her fortune
Doing commercials on TV.
But 'easy come, easy go' was
Her philosophy.
She spent all of her money;
She was searching for some cash.
So she went to her friend Cap'n Crunch
Whom she'd met at a Hollywood bash.
The second that he saw her
He said, "I bet you're in need
Of some dough."
Perplexed and confused she asked him,
"Oh but Captain how did you know?"
Laughingly he responded,
"It was really just a lucky hunch"
With tears in her eyes she pleaded,
"Will you help me out Cap'n Crunch?"
The trials and tribulations
Of the Swiss Miss girl.
She's got a famous reputation
And she's known throughout the world.
But life's no bed of roses;
She would change things if she could.
She plans to make a brand new start
And move out of Hollywood.
The Captain now was grinning.
He felt he had her in the palm of his hand.
He said, "Darlin' you're a penniless woman
And I'm a wealthy man.
You know the rules of the game by now:
I'll scratch your back if you scratch mine."
He said, "Let me take you out
And we'll talk about this
Over a bottle of wine."
The Swiss Miss girl was disgusted
And she smacked him right in his face.
Then she took his hat,
And she stamped on that,
Just to put him in his place.
But the old man was persistent.
He would not be undaunted.
The more that he'd been taunted;
The more she turned him on.
Then the Captain made a pass at the Swiss Miss girl
Tryin' to show her his affection.
She screamed for help and when she did...
Mr. Clean came to her protection.
The trials and tribulations
Of the Swiss Miss girl.
She's got a famous reputation
And she's known throughout the world.
But life's no bed of roses;
She would change things if she could.
She plans to make a brand new start
And move out of Hollywood.
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Awesome topic, I've had a good laugh this morning reading everyone's posts! !http://www.coolrunning.com/forums/biggrin.gif|src=http://www.coolrunning.com/forums/biggrin.gif|border=0!
I am currently addicted to Total vanilla and have been for the past 4 weeks since I tried it. I buy it 2 boxes at a time each week. I thought eating cereal would be sorta good for you so I haven't felt guilty about having a bowl or three...maybe I need to rethink my strategy? I am 4 lbs over my goal weight, which I did hit last year for the summer, but assumed I haven't hit it yet due to winter excess.
I don't wanna give up my cereal
I fell off the wagon.
Bought a box of Peanut Butter Cap n' Crunch. Ate the whole thing tonight....15 servings - yeah right.. try only 4 bowls for me and the big bowl. I feel happy yet guilty. Clean slate tomorrow......
I did use low carb milk though to save a few calories....

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My wife loves cereal, too, but I don' think she;s quite an addict. Try Total--it's lo-cal and good for you, so eating it in large amounts will minimize the damage. Also, do you drink skim milk?
I love my cereal ... I normally eat a double serving for breakfast with lowfat milk ... once in a while I'll have it dry as a snack with some craisins or nuts thrown in ... I don't see it as a negative since I don't do a lot of sandwiches and don't eat bread with many meals ...
I'd much rather have my cereal and milk than a donut (or 2 or 3) .. and I don't like eggs ... oatmeal with raisins is alright but I put brown sugar and cinnamon on it so it's probably worse than most of the cereals I eat, lol
I haven't a clue what Peanut Butter Bumpers are! But I do like Captain Crunch but rarely buy it ... I like the mixed grain cereals, oat-based, or variations of shredded wheat the best ...
I specifically bought some 12oz glass bowls to use for cereal eating when I want to keep it to one serving ... the line near the top is about 1 cup, so it works good ... most of the time I use a normal sized bowl, though ...
I've never heard of peanut butter bumpers either. After all this talk of them I feel obligated to try them. Are they a health food store thing?
Originally posted by randymar:
* Hi Tonya ...
Cap'n Crunch always seemed like a sweet old man until I heard this:
Re: Hi - My name is Jay and I am a cereal addictTrials and Tribulations - Dude of Life / Phish
I thought that I might find you in the cereal aisle
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That is those that are not familiar with PB Bumpers.
You are warned.
I am NOT responsible for any new addictions.
I do see it in regular grocery stores occasionally, with the 'special healthy' stuff that sometimes they'll carry.
Sorry to hear you fell off the wagon! It was fun though wasn't it?!??!
Just think, we all could be eating 18 pounds of bacon instead of all this cereal! - - it can't be THAT bad!
Originally posted by grrlwunder:
I've never heard of peanut butter bumpers either. After all this talk of them I feel obligated to try them. Are they a health food store thing?
Yes - Wild Oats had them.. actually super Target carries them too.
Originally posted by bdg1218:
Sorry to hear you fell off the wagon! It was fun though wasn't it?!??!
Just think, we all could be eating 18 pounds of bacon instead of all this cereal! - - it can't be THAT bad!
I think I gained about 3 pounds this week. I also ate some pumpkin seed flax granola and easter candy. Bad week to do this as I have a race tomorrow. Oh well Gonna have to be bad sometime.

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Apple's Latest Patent Could See Notification LEDs Arrive On iPad Smart Covers
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The iPhone, as you probably have realized by now, doesn't have many of the basic telephony and texting features that regular "dumb phones" have. One example is SMS delivery notifications. It can be very helpful, but iOS doesn't natively support it, so what can you do when you need it?
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New Dishonored Trailer is a Study in Stealth
Written Thursday, August 23, 2012 By Lee BradleyView author's profile
In Dishonored you can approach situations in a pleasingly open way, choosing between stealth, inventive destruction, or a combination of the two.
This latest video for the game is all about the stealth; explaining how to stay out of view by exploiting enemy line of sight, cover, noise levels and more. Watch as all is explained below.
One of the most exciting games on the horizon, we're rather taken with Dishonored. Read our latest preview here then look out for the game in North America from October 9th and Europe on October 12th.


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- A Brief Explanation of Discrete Trial Training
- Supporting Students with Asperger's Syndrome Who Present Behavioral Challenges
- Applied Behavior Analysis: A Focus on Outcomes
- A Challenge to Reframe our Thinking About Behavior
- Concerning Consequences: What Do I Do When...?
- Consequences, Behavior, and My Birds
- Don't Forget About Self Management
- Ever Had a Crisis Kind of Day?
- Movement Difference: A Closer Look at the Possibilities
- Movement Differences Among Some People with Autism: an Impetus to Re-Examine Behavioral Issues
- Observing Behavior Using A-B-C Data
- Positive Behavior Supports Creating Meaningful Life Options for People with ASD
- Ten Steps Towards Supporting Appropriate Behavior
- The Challenge of Combining Competing Input in the Classroom
- "Your Attitude Just Might Be My Biggest Barrier"
- Applied Behavior Analysis: The Role of Task Analysis and Chaining
- Tips for Choosing a Provider for Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
- What to Consider When Looking for a Qualified ABA Provider
- Transitioning from ABA Programs to School Programs
Observing Behavior Using A-B-C Data
Contributed by Cathy Pratt, Ph.D. & Melissa Dubie, M.Ed.
All members of the student's individualized education program (IEP) can observe behavior to learn about patterns and functions of behavior. Everyone who observes behavior probably looks for similar characteristics of autism spectrum disorders (e.g., communication challenges, social deficits, restricted area of interests, sensory needs, etc.) and the impact on behavior. How information is gathered may be different for each person collecting the data and depending on the complexity of the situation. One format involves directly observing and recording situational factors surrounding a problem behavior using an assessment tool called ABC data collection. An ABC data form is an assessment tool used to gather information that should evolve into a positive behavior support plan. ABC refers to:
- Antecedent- the events, action, or circumstances that occur before a behavior.
- Behavior- The behavior.
- Consequences- The action or response that follows the behavior.
The following is an example of ABC data collection. ABC is considered a direct observation format because you have to be directly observing the behavior when it occurs. Typically it is a format that is used when an external observer is available who has the time and ability to observe and document behaviors during specified periods of the day. It is time and personnel intensive. From this data, we can see that when Joe is asked to end an activity he is enjoying (we know that he enjoys playing computer games), he screams, refuses to leave, and ignores. We also can see that the response to Joe's refusal consists mostly of empty threats. If we follow Joe throughout the day, we may find that he is asked repeatedly to follow diections. In addition, the data reveals that Joe's family uses threats that are not followed through. Joe has learned that persistence, ignoring, and refusal will wear parents down.
|Parent asks Joe to stop playing on the computer.
|Joe screams, "NO!" and refuses to leave the computer.
|Parent tells Joe to leave the computer again.
|Parent tells Joe to leave the computer.
|Joe again refuses to leave.
|Parent starts counting to 10 as a warning to get off the computer.
|Parent starts counting to 10 as a warning to get off the computer.
|Joe does not move from the computer station.
|Parent finishes counting to 10 and again warns him to get off the computer.
|Parent finishes counting to 10 and again warns him to get off the computer.
|Joe stays at the computer and refuses to leave.
|Parent threatens that Joe lose computer privileges in the future.
|Parent threatens that the Joe will lose computer privileges in the future.
|Joe ignores and continues working on the computer.
|The parent count to 10 again and again threatens future computer use.
|The parent counts to 10 again and again threatens future computer use
|Joe ignores and continues computer use.
|The parent becomes angry and leaves the room.
While it is important to look at both the antecedents and the form of the behavior, the focus of this article is on the consequence portion of the data collection. Examine the consequence portion of the data collection form when identifying those responses that both increase and decrease problem behavior. For example, if attention seems to increase problem behavior, then it may be important to teach the individual to get attention in a more appropriate fashion or to use attention for positive behaviors. If escape from a difficult task seems to be a consistent theme in the consequence section, then it may be important to either change the task or to teach the child to ask for help. And we may choose to use downtime as a reinforcer. Our responses should always focus on strengthening desired behavior, promoting the use of the replacement behavior, and decreasing the occurrence of the problem behavior (Sugai, et. al., 2000). An important aspect of this prospect is understanding those responses or consequences that maintain, and either enhance or decrease behavior over time.
Assessment is the key to developing an effective program and tracking the progress of individuals. Yet there are barriers in collecting the data such as time, remembering in a crisis situation, and being consistent. We can overcome these barriers by planning ahead, matching collection strategies to the setting, and simplifying the data collection chart. Remember anyone (e.g., parents, educators, teachers, support personnel, administrators) can take the data when given clear direction and parameters. Here is an example taken from what Joe's parents know about his situation at home using the ABC approach. Notice the responses have already been established on the form. These are the responses that are typically identified as motivating behavior. While this system may be more efficient, you will note that much of the richness of the narrative is missing.
|Parent asks Joe to stop playing on the computer.
|Joe screams, "NO!" and refuses to leave the computer.
|Parent tells Joe to leave the computer.
|Joe again refuses to leave.
|Parent starts counting to 10 as a warning to get off the computer.
|Joe does not move from the computer station.
|Parent finishes counting to 10 and again warns him to get off the computer.
|Joe stays at the computer and refuses to leave.
|Parent threatens that the Joe will lose computer privileges in the future.
|Joe ignores and continues working on the computer.
|The parent counts to 10 again and again threatens future computer use
|Joe ignores and continues computer use.
Sometimes the ABC data collection form is used to document a behavior incident. At the end of this article is an example of this type of form. Remember that this type of form will give you limited data and focuses heavily on negative behaviors. However, it is easier when someone is not available to do more indepth observing. In truth, the ABC data collection should not be used just to document behavior incidents. It is best used as a narrative during a specified time of the day. Equally important is to document those conditions that surround positive behaviors. By documenting these, professionals and family members can identify effective strategies that can be replicated.
Once accurate and sufficient data is collected; placements, planning, modifications, instruction, and feedback are easier, more valid, and effective (Morton & Lieberman, 2006). ABC data collection can be used for all individuals with behavior issues at home and in school, not just individuals on the autism spectrum.
Sugai, G., Horner, R.H., Dunlap, G., Hieneman, M., Nelson, C.M., Scott, T., Liaupsin, C., Sailor, W., Turnbull, A.P., Turnbull III, H.R.; Wickham, D., Wilcox, B., and Ruef, M. (2000). Applying positive behavior support and functional behavioral assessment in schools. Journal of Positive Behavior Interventions, 2(3), 131-143.
Morton & Lieberman, 2006. Strategies for collecting data in physical education. Teaching Elementary Physical Education, 17(4), 28-31.
Pratt, C., & Dubie, M. (2008). Observing behavior using a-b-c data. The Reporter, 14(1), 1-4.


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Segen77, I figured how to updated it so that it works properlly. The problem, stim from 2.2 installs an older version of facebook (1.2). I went to...
With 2.2 the uninstall is greyed out for facebook
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7 harvest festivals around the world that make Thanksgiving look boring
There are better things than turkey and pumpkin pie.
Declassified document shows how close the US and Soviet Union came to nuclear war in 1983
The Soviets were convinced the US was planning a nuclear first strike. And they were ready to preempt it.
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US forces who launched a deadly airstrike on an Afghan hospital had intended to attack a nearby Taliban-controlled compound, US military officials said.
Here's an easy way to share your Thanksgiving meal with Syrian refugees
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Why the US should hold on to Indian students
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Women will start earning as much money as men do in 2133
The World Economic Forum says it will take a few more generations to close the global gender pay gap.
More Mexican migrants are leaving the US than entering
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Why refusing to accept Syrian refugees in the US is a terrible idea
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Don't believe everything you read on social media about the Paris attacks
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The US is pretty sure Metrojet Flight 9268 was bombed
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A long name with legs to match.
A long name with legs to match.
So Taylor Swift wore some skimpy black lingerie during her performances at the Victoria's Secret show on Tuesday. Our reaction? Legs. For. Days.
Victoria's Secret held their 2014 runway show on Tuesday night at Earl's Court in London. That Earl fella must be one helluva guy.
We tend to laugh at the lifestyle of high-fashion, but this set of Smoking-Hot Runway Model GIFs make us appreciate the business so much more.
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Minimum wage should be raised because as we go into a grocery store and from week to week find that a $10-12 item suddenly becomes a $13-14 item and a $12.50 item has suddenly became a $15-plus item.
I believe that since minimum wage was last increased, there has been roughly a 50 to 75 percent in the cost of merchandise. My measly 1.3 per cent raise in Social Security is eaten up every week when we go into stores because of their raising the prices daily.
The Board of Fish meeting is just about over and unless a last second reconsideration is made the commercial fishery plans are set.
The Board has put coho and chinook salmon as a priority fish in upper Cook Inlet but has not stated that in regulation and yet kept the sockeye salmon goals in place which creates a conflict.
With all due respect, I'd like to recommend that the Alaska State Legislature and the governor not pass another law until they've cleared up one critical and obvious issue: They must firmly and legally say "no" to the vast amounts of money being donated to them for political purposes!
It's getting ever more difficult to take the guys at the top seriously, when we (on the more humble end of the scale) all know that there's a lot of wining, dining, gift-giving, and gift-receiving that goes on behind closed doors.
Sorry to be so blunt, but someone's gotta say it!
Many years ago Dave Brude with Associated Pool Builders estimated the total costs to operate a pool the size of our three local pools at $300,000 to $350,000 per pool per year. I imagine they take into account all costs including major maintenance. One of the big costs is the utility costs associated with having to heat 210,000 gallons of water to 82 degrees, then bring in large volumes of fresh air and heat that air to 84 degrees and exhausting this air just as fast to keep the humidity down, and this happens 24/7/365, bathers in the pool or not.
To the members of the House of Representatives and the Senate of Alaska:
I have observed the invited testimony of the Senate Finance Committee on Feb. 3 and would like to share some observations and concerns regarding that meeting and the Senate Joint Resolution 9 which was under discussion.
My first concern was that no one with alternative points of view was invited. I sincerely hope that as you acquire information you explore both sides of the issues to be sure you are making an informed decision rather than a preformed decision.
What has happened to justice?
The Kenai Peninsula Food Bank extends a warm thank you to the Public Defender's Office and to the Office of the District Attorney for their participation in an inter-office food drive competition during November and December. The Defense Attorney's Office raised 72 pounds of food and $1,495, while the Office of the District Attorney raised 309 pounds of food along with $393. Food and funds together, the drive donated the equivalent of 9,821 pounds of food for combatting hunger on the Kenai Peninsula.
I would like to recognize recent contributors to the KPBSD Students in Transition Program for homeless children and youth: the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Sterling Ward Relief Society Sisters along with the Sterling Young Women (ages 12-18), the local Veterans of Foreign Wars, the local Order of the Purple Heart, the KPBSD Student Nutrition Services staff, and our local Fred Meyer store/the Kroger Foundation. Thank you for your generous donations and the time and energy spent on collecting them.
Cook Inlet Tribal Council, Inc. (CITC) wishes to offer clarification regarding to Mr. Alvin V. Steik's comments in a letter to the editor ("Corporations not fulfilling obligations to Alaska Natives") which published on Jan. 30:
It is very difficult to believe that with all the oil people in our State Legislaature they could in any way allow a refinery to shut down. I thought this was an oil state, but there are a bunch who need to be replaced. They give billions of dollars to oil company in tax relief and can't seem to help a refinery critical to the state of Alaska from shutting down.
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After pouring through different reviews, forums and any other info I could find on the latest and greatest for 2011, I narrowed my search down to the Panasonic GT30/VT30's or the LGPZ950. I saw a lot of good things about the VT30 from Panasonic but it seemed like the new LGs had a lot of the same features and some extras. The price was right and it was available while the panasonics still had a ways to go before launch so I took the plunge and ordered the LG. Sooooo glad I did. This TV is awesome. Set up was a breeze. The set looks beautiful. Sleek and seamless. The picture is as good or better than anything I've ever seen. Both 2D and 3D look amazing and i didnt get dizzy at all watching 3D like i do in the theaters or on other TVs I've seen at the big box stores.
The apps and media share are great features. The UI in the home screen is very easy to navigate. Setting up wireless connection was also very easy. Everything just kind of worked right out of the box. Integrated Netflix and YouTube is a nice touch, not to mention all the other apps for your social networking. I don't know how much I'll use that stuff since it's way easier just to check those things on a computer really quick, but the option of being able to do it on your TV is nice. The web browser is ok, definitely not going replace your laptop or PC but good enough if you don't want to get up and go to your other tech to look something up or post an update.
I am very pleased with this purchase. I may just be in the honeymoon phase but it is definitely a lot more than I expected. Cheers to LG for a great TV at a very reasonable price.
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thanks, miles. i am so glad you like your PZ -- and thank you very much for posting your review. i was starting to worry that there weren't any other owners out there. we've got the 50" and we're crazy about it. i quick question: are you by any chance running through a HD DVR cable box? we are, and i couldn't get audio with HDMI and had to use THX & audio cables. not a big deal, but just wondering. if not, no worry. i'm very new to all of this, so it's probably just something i'm doing wrong. i'll give the cable co. a call. regards & happy viewing!
In reply to an earlier post on Apr 20, 2011 5:18:31 PM PDT
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I have this tv and my installers said that lots of hd dvr cable boxes are not set up for HDMI. The cable company does have them, but mostly on the newest boxes. My dvr cable box was set up for it, so no problem. You probably need an updated box. I love the tv. the color and picture are amazing. Movies, sports and nature shows are crazy good and regular hd broadcasting is still excellent.
In reply to an earlier post on Apr 21, 2011 1:19:30 AM PDT
Hi sorry for the late reply...didn't check off that reply notice box. Loving this TV as well. I do have an HD DVR cable box. The way I have it set up is through an a/v receiver. I have the HDMI from the HD DVR feeding into one of the receiver's inputs and then one main output that goes into the TV's HDMI one slot. I have my PS3 hooked up to slot 2 on the TV and optical running from the TV to the receiver as well since my receiver is from 2009 and doesn't support 3D. Quick work around to get my PS3 working for 3D discs while still getting surround sound via optical. Hope that helps
In reply to an earlier post on Apr 25, 2011 10:23:17 AM PDT
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Has anyone noticed any fluctuating in the brightness levels when the screen gets bright with mostly a white screen? Does it dim automatically when the screen gets to bright? I have the new Panasonic which it does and it drives me nuts and I have read that Samsung is doing the same with their 2011 models. I'm running out of options and wondering if the LG's are doing the same. Thanks!
In reply to an earlier post on Apr 25, 2011 10:30:28 AM PDT
I haven't noticed anything like that on my PZ950. I've only had it for about three weeks though so I don't know if this would be helpful to you or not. I have the 60 inch version. I've probably put 100+ hours on it in THX cinema mode and now I have it in Sport/Game mode until I get a chance to calibrate. Picture has been rock solid. No complaints here.
In reply to an earlier post on Apr 25, 2011 2:42:41 PM PDT
V. DiG says:
@Miles - Thanks for the info. Does the TV buzz a lot? Have you found that it does a good job at not retaining images?
In reply to an earlier post on Apr 25, 2011 7:58:57 PM PDT
Hi Dig,
I have noticed zero buzzing even up close and have not seen any indication that an image is being retained. It was left paused on the same frame for about 15 minutes by another member of the household who didn't know better and I kind of freaked out but there was zero image retention that I could notice with 20/20 vision. I was always kind of iffy about plasmas because of all the horror stories I've read/heard that gave older plasmas a bad rep, but I gotta say...I am really impressed with this LG. I couldn't ask for more at this price point. I feel like I got the TV at a great price. kudos to Amazon too. I saw the price dip for a day or two and sent them an email and they price matched their own price and refunded me the difference. pretty sweet.
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The Supreme Court Keeps Crashing Rick Perry's Execution Party
For the second time in five days, the Supreme Court delayed the execution of a Texan.By Dan Amira
For the second time in five days, the Supreme Court delayed the execution of a Texan.By Dan Amira
He promises to do something neither Bill Clinton nor George W. Bush were willing to do: Move the U.S. embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem.By Chadwick Matlin
The Texas governor is having quite the NYC trip.By Joe Coscarelli
He really likes Dave Matthews Band, bro.By Noreen Malone
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Yesterday spoke to California GOP convention.By Andre Tartar
Unemployment was up in the month of August.By Noreen Malone
Awkward.By Dan Amira
Duane Buck won't be Governor Perry's 236th execution just yet.By Joe Coscarelli
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Surely.By Noreen Malone
He decided against bad pizza this time.By Dan Amira
Her personal anecdote gave way to one hell of a Twitter dialogue.By Joe Coscarelli
Kent Snyder was just 49-years-old when he was killed by pneumonia.By Joe Coscarelli
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He said he was "taken aback" by the audience's disturbing cheers last night.By Dan Amira
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Volume 120, Issue 1, July 2006
Rytov approximation of tomographic receptions in weakly range-dependent ocean environments120(2006); http://dx.doi.org/10.1121/1.2202891View Description Hide Description
An approximation method based on the Born and Rytov approximation is presented for the wave-theoretic prediction of acoustic arrival patterns associated with long-range pulse propagation in weakly range-dependent ocean environments. The environment is considered as a perturbation of a range-independent background state, and normal-mode theory is used, for the representation of the background Green's function. Using the Born and Rytov approximations, the perturbed Green's function corresponding to the range-dependent environment is expressed for each frequency within the source bandwidth in terms of the background Green's function and the medium (sound-speed)perturbation. The actual arrival pattern in the time domain is then computed through the inverse Fourier transform. Using the normal-mode representation, closed-form expressions for the first and second Born and Rytov approximations are derived, generalizing previous range-independent results, and indicating that the effect of range dependence on the acoustic field in the case of adiabatic perturbations is of second order. To cope with the multimodal nature of ocean acoustic propagation, a variation of the standard Rytov method is applied, proposed by Keller, according to which each modal component must be treated independently. A number of numerical examples demonstrate an advantage of the Rytov approximation (over the Born approximation) for time-domain calculations.
The viability of reflection loss measurement inversion to predict broadband acoustic behavior120(2006); http://dx.doi.org/10.1121/1.2206515View Description Hide Description
The viability of using reflection lossmeasurements for the determination of sediment parameters and the predictions of broadband acoustic behavior is studied as a function of frequency for a dispersive ocean bottom. For this study, a deterministic set of reflection loss values from an idealized dispersive sediment is calculated as a function of grazing angle over a large frequency band . In each of the four decades of frequency a simulated annealing optimization process is used to invert for the sediment parameters. In addition, a set of rotated coordinates is calculated that reveals the the relative sensitivities of the reflection data to each of the sediment parameters and therefore the ability of the inversion process to converge. The accuracy and precision of each estimate is analyzed. The predicted broadband acoustic behavior from the inverted parameters from each decade band was compared to the original model. Only the estimates obtained from data that include frequencies in the transition region can successfully predict broadband behavior.
Background noise cancellation of manatee vocalizations using an adaptive line enhancer120(2006); http://dx.doi.org/10.1121/1.2202885View Description Hide Description
The West Indian manatee (Trichechus manatus latirostris) has become an endangered species partly because of an increase in the number of collisions with boats. A device to alert boaters of the presence of manatees is desired. Previous research has shown that background noise limits the manateevocalizationdetection range (which is critical for practical implementation). By improving the signal-to-noise ratio of the measured manateevocalization signal, it is possible to extend the detection range. The finite impulse response (FIR) structure of the adaptive line enhancer (ALE) can detect and track narrow-band signals buried in broadband noise. In this paper, a constrained infinite impulse response (IIR) ALE, called a feedback ALE (FALE), is implemented to reduce the background noise. In addition, a bandpass filter is used as a baseline for comparison. A library consisting of 100 manatee calls spanning ten different signal categories is used to evaluate the performance of the bandpass filter, FIR-ALE, and FALE. The results show that the FALE is capable of reducing background noise by about 6.0 and better than that of the FIR-ALE and bandpass filter, respectively, when the signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) of the original manatee call is .
Theoretical detection ranges for acoustic based manatee avoidance technology120(2006); http://dx.doi.org/10.1121/1.2203597View Description Hide Description
The West Indian manatee (Trichechus manatus latirostris) has become endangered partly because of watercraft collisions in Florida's coastal waterways. To reduce the number of collisions, warning systems based upon detectingmanatee vocalizations have been proposed. One aspect of the feasibility of an acoustically based warning system relies upon the distance at which a manatee vocalization is detectable. Assuming a mixed spreading model, this paper presents a theoretical analysis of the system detection capabilities operating within various background and watercraftnoise conditions. This study combines measured source levels of manatee vocalizations with the modeled acoustic properties of manatee habitats to develop a method for determining the detection range and hydrophone spacing requirements for acoustic based manatee avoidance technologies. In quiet environments (background noise) it was estimated that manatee vocalizations are detectable at approximately , with a detection threshold. In louder environments (background noise) the detection range drops to . In a habitat with of background noise, a passing boat with a maximum noise floor of would be the limiting factor when it is within approximately of a hydrophone. The detection range was also found to be strongly dependent on the manatee vocalization source level.
A scanning laser Doppler vibrometer acoustic array120(2006); http://dx.doi.org/10.1121/1.2207569View Description Hide Description
Experiments confirm that a laser Doppler vibrometer can be used to detect acoustic particle velocity on a fluid-loaded acoustically compliant, optically reflective surface. In these experiments, which were completed at the Acoustic Test Facility of the Naval Undersea Warfare Center, Scotchgard™ reflective tape was affixed to the interior surface of a standard acoustic window. The polyurethane array window had a thickness of and a material density of . The surface velocity measured, using a commercial scanning laser vibrometer system (SLVS), was beamformed conventionally and flawlessly detected and localized acoustic signals. However, the laser Doppler vibrometer used in the experiments had relatively poor acoustic sensitivity, presumably due to high electronic noise in the photodetector, speckle noise, standoff distance, and drifting laser focus. An improved laser Doppler vibrometer, the simplified Michelson interferometer laser vibrometer sensor (SMIV), is described in brief. The SMIV achieves sensitivity of in a band at , which represents a acoustic sensitivity improvement.
Vector sensors and vector sensor line arrays: Comments on optimal array gain and detection120(2006); http://dx.doi.org/10.1121/1.2207573View Description Hide Description
This paper examines array gain and detection performance of single vector sensors and vector sensor line arrays, with focus on the impact of nonacoustic self noise and finite spatial coherence of the noise between the vector sensor components. Analytical results based on maximizing the directivity index show that the particle motion channels should always be included in the processing for optimal detection, regardless of self noise level, as long as the self noise levels are taken into account. The vector properties of acoustic intensity can be used to estimate the levels of nonacoustic noise in ocean measurements. Application of conventional, minimum variance distortionless response, and white-noise-constrained adaptive beamforming methods with ocean acoustic data collected by a single vector sensor illustrate an increase in spatial resolution but a corresponding decrease in beamformer output with increasing beamformer adaptivity. Expressions for the spatial coherence of all pairs of vector sensor components in homogeneous, isotropic noise show that significant coherence exists at half-wavelength spacing between particle motion components. For angular intervals about broadside, an equal spacing of about one wavelength for all components provides maximum directivity index, whereas each of the component spacings should be different to optimize the directivity index for angular intervals about endfire.


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Hotel Zephyros-Santorini Hotel
Kamari, Santorini, Greece
What's Included
- Breakfast
- Linen
- Towel
- Air conditioning
- Free Breakfast
- Free Wi-Fi
- 24 Hour Reception
- Bar
- Book Exchange
- Cable TV
- Currency Exchange
- Direct Dial Telephone
- Free Parking
- Hot Showers
- Hot Tub
- Luggage Storage
- Outdoor Swimming Pool
- Outdoor Terrace
- Restaurant
- Safe Deposit Box
- Swimming Pool
- Telephone Fax Facilities
- Tours/Travel Desk
Important Information
In order to proceed with your reservation we require valid credit card. The remaining amount of the reservation will be preauthorized on booking date and charged on arrival date by Travelmed Hotels Group. In case the pre-authorisation fails, we shall contact you for alternative card details. This should be arranged within 24 hours of our email, otherwise the booking will be cancelled without a refund of the advance payment. Full name and surname must be on reservation. Credit card holders name is obligatory and must be the same as guest name on reservation.
If you cancel within this period or a no-show 100% will be charged.
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Latest Check-out: 11:00
- Child Friendly
- Credit Cards Accepted
- Taxes Included
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About Hotel Zephyros-Santorini
Kamari was the first beach that become a big summer resort in Santorini and not without a reason. The beach is several kilometers long the water crystal clear and all across the beachfront are numerous tavernas, cafe and clubs.
Kamari is active also in the night. Many visitors keep it in mind as a place where you can spend your entire vacation.
The beach is several kilometers long the water is crystal clear and all across the beachfront you can find numerous tavernas, cafes and clubs.
It is a complex of buildings built in traditional cycladic style with the swimming pool in the middle surrounded by a flower garden.
A family business, hospitable, promises to make your stay in Santorini an unforgettable experience, creating a friendly atmosphere, we are positive that you'll be completely satisfied with.
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With a total of 44 impeccably furnished rooms, sweet water swimming pool, pool/snack bar, daily carefully cleaning service, 24 hours reception, lobby with bar, video and satellite TV, breakfast buffet in a wonderful garden, room service, laundry service.
Room facilities include:
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- Heating with individual control
- Satellite TV in the room
- Fridge
- Hair dryer
- Direct dial phone
- Private shower & WC
- Balcony
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Guest Services:
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- Medical care (on demand)
- Mail and postage facilities
- Transportation desk
- Taxi services
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Location Information
Zephyros hotel located in Kamari the most famous beach resort of Santorini. It lies at 250 meters from the beach, 5km from the airport, 14km from the port of Athinios, 8km from the Capital of Thira, 100 meters from the Bus stop.
Kamari - 9 Kilometers
Santorini Airport - 5 Kilometers
Kamari Beach – 250 metres
Athinios Port – 1.5 kilometres
Fira (island capital of Santorini) – 8 kilometres
Archaeological Museum – 8 kilometres
Cancellation Policy
Customers can cancel their reservation free of charge up to 3 days before arrival. After this date, charges will be applied by the property up to the first nights cost of the reservation, unless otherwise stated in the property's conditions. Deposits paid are non refundable.


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"If we're not fielding, we're failing; it's all about saving Soldiers' lives. It's not about technology demonstrations, not about how much money you can garner from the U.S. government, it's all about saving Soldiers lives."
- Lt. Gen. Rick Lynch, III Corps commanding general
Robotics Rodeo aims to save lives
Year of the Noncommissioned Officer
"The Army is not just for show. You are actually doing something."
- Sgt. Rosangela Crespo, a Reservist on active duty, like countless other NCOs advises new recruits to seek good mentorship and positive role models
Crespo: 'Army not just for show'
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What is it?
The U.S. Army Test, Measurement, and Diagnostic Equipment Activity (USATA) executes the Army's test, measurement, and diagnostic equipment (TMDE) calibration and repair support program. USATA is the Army's recognized leader for advanced, state-of-the-art metrology, i.e. precision measurements.
How important is this to the Army?
USATA provides the technical expertise and world-wide facilities for the Army's TMDE calibration and repair support program for every weapon system currently in the Army inventory. USATA also supports other Department of Defense, federal and state government agencies including the Army National Guard, Army Reserve, Department of Homeland Security, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), and the U.S. Coast Guard.
What is the Army doing?
USATA oversees and supports over 700,000 pieces of test equipment world-wide and carries out its mission with measurement accuracies traceable to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The Army's primary metrology and calibration laboratory, known as the Army Primary Standards Laboratory (APSL), provides the Army's highest level of meteorology and calibration services and ensures traceability for a hierarchy of TMDE support activities world-wide. As the standards go up the traceability chain, the accuracy of the measurement becomes more precise.
More recently, the APSL's Army Dosimetry Center (ADC) has developed a prototype self-contained Deployable Dosimetry Laboratory (DDL) for quick response to worldwide radiation incidents involving Army personnel. This mobile facility is designed to operate on site from the back of a high mobility multipurpose wheeled vehicle (HMMWV or Humvee) and provide rapid measurements of radiation exposure to Soldiers. During the last year, APSL personnel have participated in several field training exercises (FTX) at the Idaho National Laboratory (INL), Department of Energy (DOE), Idaho Falls, Idaho, the 1st Area Medical Laboratory at Fort Dix, N.J., and the Y-12 gaseous diffusion facility in Oak Ridge, Tenn. During the FTX's the DDL was integrated into the 20th Support Command and provided onsite measurements of radiation exposure to soldiers participating in the FTX.
What is planned for the future?
Based on the success of the ADC's participation in these exercises, the 20th Support Command has requested that the DDL and APSL personnel participate in the next FTX which is scheduled for November 2009 at the Y-12 facility in Oak Ridge, Tenn.
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(Updated) Three ex-housing employees get jail time in $500K theft case
The former Morgan City Housing Authority director and two other former employees were sentenced Monday to jail time for a conspiracy related to theft of over $500,000.
--The Daily Review/Diane Miller Fears
Morgan City Junior High guidance counselor Jill Tamporello goes through her files in preparation for this week's school orientation. (The Daily Review/Shea Drake)
The former Morgan City Housing Authority director and two other former employees were sentenced Monday to jail time for a conspiracy related to theft of over $500,000.
More than 50 barbecue enthusiasts participated in St. Mary Chamber of Commerce-sponsored cook-off that featured competitive cooking teams, corporate teams and St. Mary Parish teams, and a children's competition. The many teams included Smokin' D's Barbecue, top photo, composed of Chris Watts, left, and DeWitt Watts. (The Daily Review/Diane Miller Fears)
Rain early on Saturday didn't dampen the turnout or the cooks' spirits during the Fifth Annual Bayou BBQ Bash held under the U.S. 90 bridge in Morgan City.
Wade Vidos, who works for the Morgan City government, hangs a banner on Brashear Avenue to promote the 2016 Louisiana Shrimp & Petroleum Festival.
The Berwick Police Department and Berwick Volunteer Fire Department blocked access Monday afternoon to the levee at Rose Street and River Road after officials found a small amount of mercury on the
A 37-year-old woman and 21-year-old man were caught with ecstasy pills Friday after Morgan City police stopped a vehicle traveling more than twice the speed limit on Levee Road, Police Chief James
Morgan City Mayor Frank "Boo" Grizzaffi and two city councilmen will be returned to office after qualifying without opposition.
Qualifying for the Nov. 8 election ended Friday.
The following are the radio dispatch logs from the Morgan City Police Department. To report unlawful or suspicious activity, call the police department at 985-380-4605.
Aug. 6, 1931 ~ July 24, 2016
St. Mary Parish Sheriff Mark Hebert reported the following arrests:
Children and adults are invited to join employees at the Cajun Coast Visitors and Convention Bureau Monday and Tuesday to paint welcoming or inspirational messages on rocks as part of the "St.
Bad Influence Alterations held a benefit car show and sound competition Saturday for Franklin Senior High School's athletic department. The event raised $1,000, and there were 10-15 sound competition participants and 15- 20 car show participants. Organizers say the event may become annual. (Photos by Colin Murphey)
Jimmie Johnson's 20th annual Free Basketball Clinic was held Saturday at Morgan City High School.
The annual summertime barbecue competition is underway July 22-23 under the bridge in Morgan City.
Kara Rhodes and George R. Beattie were united in holy matrimony during a 1 p.m. double-ring ceremony June 11 at St. Bernadette Catholic Church in Bayou Vista. The Rev.
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More than half of the continental United States has been experiencing moderate to extreme drought conditions, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor. Fortunately, Americans can help save substantial amounts of water just by eating plant-based meals rather than meat, eggs, and dairy products.
Between watering the crops grown to feed farmed animals, providing drinking water for billions of animals each year, and cleaning away the filth in factory farms, transport trucks, and slaughterhouses, the farmed animal industry places a serious strain on our water supply. According to a special report in Newsweek, "The water that goes into a 1,000-pound steer would float a destroyer."
Please do your part to help conserve water: Go vegan—at least for one or two days a week. A plant-based diet requires only 300 gallons of water a day, while an animal-based one requires more than 4,000 gallons of water per day. See www.PETA.org for more information and tips on incorporating more vegan foods into your diet.
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Recount trial: Judges order a serious blow to Coleman
Yesterday we reported on the three-judge panel's order to consider opening just 400 absentee ballots that were previously uncounted. Everyone seems to know it: This isn't good for Norm Coleman's chances, but who is surprised by this news?
Coleman's team announced shortly after the order that they would appeal the decision to the Minnesota Supreme Court, which will add at least another month to the case. There is no sign Coleman would stop there as he could continue his appeals to the U.S. Supreme Court if he doesn't get his way.
Check out a roundup of details from yesterday's news below.
points out the nearly impossible chance that Coleman could win the case without an appeal. If all 400 votes were counted, Coleman would have to win nearly 80 percent of the votes to overcome Al Franken's 225-vote lead.
Making this decision wasn't an easy task.
"During its deliberation, the court reviewed 19,181 pages of filings. 1,717 individual exhibits. Testimony from 142 witness examinations. The trial evidence comprised exhibits offered in three-ring binders that, when stacked, equaled over 21 feet of paper copies. The court carefully reviewed each absentee ballot on a ballot-by-ballot basis to determine whether sufficient individualized evidence had been presented," the court said.
Franken also has the advantage in the ballots that are being reviewed, the PiPress reports. Almost 150 names were on Franken's ballot list and 125 were from Coleman's. Fifty of the ballots were on both of their lists. The remaining were not found on their lists.
Other news organizations are echoing Franken's chances. The New York Times calls the ruling "potentially decisive".
The response of the candidate's teams:
"We feel pretty good about where we stand," Marc Elias, a lawyer for Mr. Franken, said in a conference call with reporters. "But we're going to wait until Tuesday for these ballots to be opened and counted."
But Mr. Elias observed that "the math is the math."
Ben Ginsberg, a lawyer for Mr. Coleman, disagreed sharply with the court's ruling. "I just think they're wrong," he said. "I think it's wrong to disenfranchise voters. I think it's fundamentally wrong to sweep the problems of this election under the rug."
So what's next?
April 6: Local governments must send the requested ballots to the Secretary of State's office by noon.
April 7: The ballots found to be valid will be opened and counted at 9:30 a.m. The judges will use those numbers to make their final ruling.
The loser has 10 days after the ruling to file an appeal to the Minnesota Supreme Court. The appeal brief is due 15 days after that.
The state will not give the winner an election certificate until after that appeal is complete.
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City Council candidates LaToya Cantrell and Dana Kaplan will head to a runoff to fill the seat for the District B seat.
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