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England was far from being the underdog and the claim that the RAF was outnumbered by two to one is wholly false. When Germany retaliated against England thirteen months after England's declaration of war they had a total of 702 single-seaters and 261 heavy fighters. A total of 963 aircraft. It was a year in which Britain produced 4,283 fighter aircraft compared with Germany's production of just over 3,000 single and twin-engine fighters. Contrary to propaganda, re-cycled and original, German aircraft were not superior to their RAF adversaries.
The predominantly used Messer Schmidt 109 although slightly faster was at a disadvantage when turning and maneuvering. Unlike the RAF fighter planes it offered no armor plated protection for the pilot. Furthermore, since most of the fighting was over British soil, German pilots and planes shot down were irretrievably lost. On the other hand downed British pilots often survived to fight again. Their planes were either salvaged or could be cannibalized for essential spare parts.
Finally it must also be remembered that the ME 109's cruising range was just 100 miles or 95 minutes in the air; it was constantly time vulnerable and unlike the RAF fighters had to break away prematurely to return to their distant bases. The also-ran ME 110, which had a top speed of less than 300 mph, was easily outpaced by Spitfires and Hurricanes.
5. Goering, the Luftwaffe commander, was incompetent
This popular myth is based on the idea that his tactical decisions placed the Luftwaffe in a very difficult strategic position unnecessarily. While it is true that Goering was ruthless and was tried for countless numbers of crimes against humanity, the issue of his military competence needs to be rectified to give an objective appraisal of the Battle of Britain.
First, the Luftwaffe was the singular most effective air force at the beginning of World War II. Its creation was totally Goering's doing, though its dominance and effectiveness cannot be completely attributed to him. Nevertheless, he had the command skills to put the air force exactly where it was needed and when it was needed. He was also very open minded about new and sometimes revolutionary ideas that would increase the effectiveness of the Luftwaffe during the course of the war.
Examples of introducing new aviation ideas were the use of dive bombers and creating escort squadrons to accompany long range bomber missions. The idea of a military airborne fighter force was completely new in the 1930's. He advanced the idea of night fighters, forming a group of fighters to experiment with the success of flying over enemy targets under the cover of darkness. The plane, the Messerschmitt Bf110, was considered to be best for this tactic. In June of 1940, Goering decided on Hauptmann Wolfgang Fauck to be in charge of the first night fighter unit, NJG 1.
More than a creative military mind, Goering inspired subordinates and other commanders alike. Hans-Jurgen Stumpff, a commander of Luftwaffe 5 during the Battle of Britain, described Goering as a Nazi officer "with a tremendous strength; he was full of bright ideas. After each meeting with him you felt strongly inspired and filled with energy."
4. The Messerschmitt Bf110 was an underachieving fighter plane
This perception of the Messerschmitt was due in part by the decision in September of 1940 to pull the plane from the battles along the English Channel and commit them to night fighter duty. The twin engine plane had received the reputation by some that it was because the plane had been "degraded" for general combat use.
The reality is that under pressure from Hitler and the German population in Berlin, the Messerschmitts were pulled to attempt to reduce the effectiveness of the night raids being made on Berlin and other German cities by the Allies. Goering's decision was to use his best planes, not his worst, for the defense.
The theory had been advanced that the Bf110 was not a good daytime fighter plane and was the reason for its withdrawal. The thinking was that it was inferior and was best suited for bomber escort duties. Yet none of these claims can stand up to close scrutiny of the facts.
The creation of the Bf110 was inspired by the war games conducted in 1934. With Goering observing the winter battles, he overturned the idea that "the bombers would always get through" – that a sufficient number of bombers could not be stopped despite being attacked by fighter planes and conventional air defenses, and that when the bombers reached their destination they would inflict significant damage.
The idea of the Bf110 was presented the summer after the war games, and was the result of a study conducted by the Luftwaffe to be a twin engine, heavily armed fighter equipped with cannons and machine guns – very revolutionary at the time. The Fb110 was designed to protect the bombers against enemy fighters by sending them on high altitude patrols to clear the sky of enemy aircraft before the bombers arrived at their target destination.
This use of the BF110 was historically successful. The ratio of enemy fighters shot down was higher than any other aircraft during the Battle of Britain when compared to Messerschmitt losses. Records, though admittedly scarce recording the German side of the battle, rarely give the Fb110 its proper place in historical accounts. Close analysis of the existing historical records show that the Fb110 performed admirably during the Battle of Britain.
However, there were times when the Fb110 suffered significant losses in battles. The reason for this was primarily due to the fact that the fighters were ordered to fly slowly to provide escort to German bombers. Whether it was the Bf110 or the B109, both aircraft suffered heavy losses when on such missions. RAF fighters had marked successes against both planes; once on August 15, 1940 the German air group I./ZG 26 air group had 6 planes shot down, while on August 31, 1940 German air group I./JG 77 had lost 5 airplanes due to such missions over the North Sea.
3. The F109 pilots of the Germans were superior to the RAF pilots
An objective comparison between the two groups show that they were fairly equal. Admittedly, the Germans had pilots such as Adolf Galland and Werner Molders who had significantly more experience than many RAF pilots. However, this is more a matter of popular perception than actual statistics, even though accounts of the Battle of Britain favor absolute German superiority in the air. Both sides had similar training, so there was no reason to assign the German pilots such an advantage.
One thing is clear about the Battle of Britain when it comes to air superiority – the RAF pilots fought with greater stamina than the German pilots. A dozen RAF pilots were known during the battle to climb high to engage superior numbers of German planes, even though their Hurricanes were generally considered to be obsolete. In contrast, entire German bombers squadrons released their bombs when encountering RAF aircraft and German pilots were content with a single run at RAF formations. RAF pilots were also known to intentionally ram enemy aircraft.
The ratio of 2 RAF airplanes downed for every one F109 plane has been proven to be wrong based strictly by the numbers. When adding in the RAF losses inflicted by the German Fb110's the ratio is considerably reduced.
A final point to be made about air combat during the Battle of Britain is the courage and effort of RAF pilots that have had to deal with claims that such courage was over exaggerated. Yet objective study of "The Few" demonstrates that without the contribution made by both the fighter pilots and bomber crews, the Battle of Britain would never have been won.
2. Goering's decision to turn his sights towards London was one of the reasons the Germans lost the Battle of Britain
One thing is true: the RAF fighter command ground organization was almost completely destroyed as a result of the German air raids. The change to bomb London beginning on September 7, 1940 was based on this fact. However, this allowed the RAF to repair its damage and get its ground organization back to normal operation. Two weeks later the RAF engaged the German air forces and was the critical reason that forced Hitler to reverse course and cancel the invasion of Great Britain.
After an examination of firsthand accounts, it is clear Goering was opposed to the change of plans, and did so only upon orders from Hitler.
1. Bomber command played a minor role in the Battle of Britain
Winston Churchill himself acknowledged the importance of the pilots in his speech on August 29, 1940: "Never in the field of human conflict was so much owed by so many to so few. All hearts go out to the fighter pilots, whose brilliant actions we see with our own eyes day after day."
Yet what is often missed is his own words in his historiography, "never in the field of human conflict was so much owed by so many to so few. All hearts go out to the fighter pilots, whose brilliant actions we see with our own eyes day after day, but we must never forget that all the time, night after night, month after month, our bomber squadrons travel far into Germany, find their targets in the darkness by the highest navigational skill, aim their attacks, often under the heaviest fire, often with serious loss, with deliberate, careful discrimination, and inflict shattering blows upon the whole of the technical and war-making structure of the Nazi power."
The entire objective of bombings is to destroy the enemy's industry and fighting spirit. The small scale bombing raids conducted by Britain with inadequate aircraft on Berlin beginning in August 1940 had a significant impact, an impact that if absent, may have resulted in the Battle of Britain turning out much differently.
American correspondent William Shirer wrote this in his diary: "The main effect of a week of constant British night bombings has been to spread great disillusionment among the people here and sow doubt in their minds. One said to me today: 'I'll never believe another thing they say. If they've lied about the raids in the rest of Germany as they have about the ones on Berlin, then it must have been pretty bad there."
The small scale raids are considered to be a major factor in Hitler's decision to ease up on attacking the RAF ground command and turn his sights to London. More than that, the continuous night raids were successful, according to German records, of disrupting the sleep of German pilots which resulted in serious consequences. Finally, the British bombers conducted successful missions against German barges in the invasion fleet, raising the spirits of British forces.


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Clinical studies have demonstrated a significant loss of respiratory function with age that results in reduced quality of life, increased propensity for other diseases, and ineffective aerosol drug delivery for the treatment of obstructive respiratory diseases. However, the cellular and molecular basis for this age-dependent loss of respiration is unknown. Airway smooth muscle (ASM) contractile state plays a significant role in regulating respiration by influencing the airway diameter and hence ASM is the target of drugs used in the treatment of obstructive airway diseases. Herein we propose to establish molecular changes that occur in the ASM that account for loss of respiratory function in the elderly using airways and ASM obtained from rats and human subjects. Preliminary studies demonstrate diminished contractile and relaxation responses of ASM in aged (""""""""Old"""""""") rats compared to """"""""Young"""""""" and """"""""Early Aged"""""""" rats. Additional data suggest aging promotes phenotype """"""""switching"""""""" in ASM in which the smooth muscle contractile phenotype is changed to a proliferative/synthetic phenotype. Expression of myosin heavy chain and smooth muscle a-actin (contractile phenotype marker proteins) is lower in ASM obtained from Old rats compared to Young rats. Furthermore, global transcriptome analyses of ASM cells reveal decreased expression of myostatin, a member of the TGF-b family known to inhibit the proliferation of myocytes. Lastly, preliminary data from ASM cells suggest diminished intracellular signaling with age to both contractile and relaxant agents that activate G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) on ASM. Based on these studies we hypothesize that ASM undergoes phenotype modulation with age that results in decreased contractile and relaxant responsiveness. We further hypothesize that alterations in 3 key regulatory features of ASM contractile underlie this phenotype switch: 1) GPCR signaling/pharmaco-mechanical coupling;2) electromechanical coupling;and 3) dynamic cytoskeleton assembly. Lastly, we hypothesize that reduced expression of ASM myostatin in ASM is the principal upstream mechanism driving phenotype modulation with age.
In Specific Aim 1, we propose to establish changes in ASM phenotype using rat and human airways and ASM cells from three distinct age groups, using novel tools such as myograph, optical magnetic twisting cytometry and traction microscopy.
In Specific Aim 2, we propose to establish the mechanistic basis by which age causes a loss of the contractile/relaxant capacity of ASM by identifying age-related changes in GPCR signaling and pharmaco-mechanical coupling, regulation of membrane de/hyper-polarization and its effectors, and in the regulation of ASM cell cytoskeleton assembly.
Aim 3 will explore the mechanistic role of myostatin as the principal upstream driver of the age-related change in ASM phenotype and those mechanisms underlying contractile function detailed in Aim 2. Collectively, these studies seek to identify age-dependent molecular changes in ASM function that contribute to the age-associated decline in respiratory function in the elderly population. Our findings may help develop tools to improve respiratory functions, and modify diagnostic and treatment regimens for obstructive pulmonary diseases in the elderly.
Respiration declines in the elderly population leading to difficulty in breathing and respiratory failure. Smooth muscle lining the airways is an important structural component that regulates respiration and hence is a target for most anti-asthma medications. Studies proposed in this research work will identify cellular and molecular changes in the airway smooth muscle that account for age-dependent change in respiration. The findings will help establish a mechanistic basis for the age-dependent loss of respiration, and ideally identify strategies to improve respiration and modify diagnostic tools and regimens for treatment of obstructive lung diseases in the elderly.
|Sharma, Pawan; Panebra, Alfredo; Pera, Tonio et al. (2016) Antimitogenic effect of bitter taste receptor agonists on airway smooth muscle cells. Am J Physiol Lung Cell Mol Physiol 310:L365-76
|Huang, Xi-Ping; Karpiak, Joel; Kroeze, Wesley K et al. (2015) Allosteric ligands for the pharmacologically dark receptors GPR68 and GPR65. Nature 527:477-83
|Robinson, Mac B; Deshpande, Deepak A; Chou, Jeffery et al. (2015) IL-6 trans-signaling increases expression of airways disease genes in airway smooth muscle. Am J Physiol Lung Cell Mol Physiol 309:L129-38
|Lakkaraju, Sirish Kaushik; Yu, Wenbo; Raman, E Prabhu et al. (2015) Mapping functional group free energy patterns at protein occluded sites: nuclear receptors and G-protein coupled receptors. J Chem Inf Model 55:700-8
|Pera, Tonio; Hegde, Akhil; Deshpande, Deepak A et al. (2015) Specificity of arrestin subtypes in regulating airway smooth muscle G protein-coupled receptor signaling and function. FASEB J 29:4227-35
|Morgan, Sarah J; Deshpande, Deepak A; Tiegs, Brian C et al. (2014) β-Agonist-mediated relaxation of airway smooth muscle is protein kinase A-dependent. J Biol Chem 289:23065-74
|Deshpande, Deepak A; Yan, Huandong; Kong, Kok-Choi et al. (2014) Exploiting functional domains of GRK2/3 to alter the competitive balance of pro- and anticontractile signaling in airway smooth muscle. FASEB J 28:956-65
|Saxena, H; Deshpande, D A; Tiegs, B C et al. (2012) The GPCR OGR1 (GPR68) mediates diverse signalling and contraction of airway smooth muscle in response to small reductions in extracellular pH. Br J Pharmacol 166:981-90
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text: Ecotourism is a form of tourism that involves visiting fragile, pristine and relatively untouched natural areas as a low-impact and often small-scale alternative to standard commercial mass tourism . This means responsible travel in natural areas, preserving the environment and improving the well-being of the local population. [1] Its purpose may be to educate the traveler, provide funds for ecological conservation , directly benefit the economic …Read More Ecotourism


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It's been ages since the last time I actually went shopping and bought 'decent shoes' per bambini mio (my kids in italian). Now that they have all grown into fine young men, I thought I'd spend a little extra e'comprare (and purchase) them a pair each. The best part is, this time around I let them choose the design and brand they like! Mamma Mia …… I could see the glow in their faces!!!
Pierre Cardin – Qayyum's choice
Since my gorgeous 23 year old Qayyum will be graduating next month, I reckon its the best time for me to present him with a pair of smart 'working shoes' when he starts reporting for duty in July 2008. After an hour of surveying his preference, he finally selected a pair of fine Pierre Cardin low cut boots priced RM219.90 (before discount of course hehehe). When Qayyum invited me to join him at De Palma Hotel Ampang for an event "Breakfast With Tun Dr Mahathir" recently ….. wow …. I saw him looking smart in his new booties. Pheewwiitttt!!
Qahar's POLO
Being a simple, 22 year old non-fussy lad, may it be in his dressings, diet, and all else (sometimes too simple pulak!), Qahar chooses a RM145 Polo to walk around with. I think he selected the brand because of his awareness on the product while he worked as a part-time POLO Men's Shoes sales promoter in SOGO recently. Otherwise, Qahar usually opt for simplicity. He wore it to class on his first day at Akademi Binaan Malaysia, only to learn later on the same day, that the academy subsidizes and provides all their Electrical students with a special boots. And whooossh ….. his POLO goes back in it's box!
A pair of CHEYENNE Camel for QUDDUS
My ever 'hyperactive' inquisitive 17 year old Quddus who is always up to something didnt take long to spot a pair which definitely matched his hyperactive personality. The cool low-cut boots on display caught his attention and he spontaneously sought my opinion and consent. He participates actively in his school's co-curriculum activities, his favourite being the School Police Cadet where he has been selected to attend a shooting training (M16) at the Police Training Centre in Kuala Kubu Bharu (am ok with that as long as he doesnt neglect his academics 🙂 )
Another son of mine who opt for simplicity more than anything else. 15 year old Qadir leaves it up to me to make the decision. As long as his size 10 is available in stock he is okay! I selected three different designs for him to choose and suggested him to pick his preference. He pointed out to a pair of BALENE. Not bad!
Finally my youngest 14 year old Qabid (he blushes these days if I call him Cute Bebet hehehe). Now this cute lad, takes quite an elegantly long time to decide! He wants to follow after his bigger brothers looking smashing in smart leather shoes and booties, but somehow, he looked a little awkward trying to fit into one. I suggested him a pair of sneakers, coz I felt that for his age, he looks best in one, but he refused. I got exhausted and sat, whilst his brothers ushered him around, most of the time trying to discourage him on the leather shoes and just agree with a pair of NIKE sneakers or something. He played deaf, and went on. He succeeded and picked up a pair of nice PELUCCA and amazingly lucky coz the store has his cute size in stock!
Well sons, I was rather amused and touched in the manner you boys teamed-up, discussed, advised, commented and complimented each other in the store that day. Whether you boys realised it or not, it was only about choosing a pair of shoes …. but the whole exercise answered my curiosity at last. Though we have not been living under the same roof for the past 4 years, the "brotherhood" bond you boys upheld and displayed, was truely a blessing and Shukran Allah, I'm glad I think I did a good job. The above incident maybe a "not so important activity" to some, but to me, its a start to a more challenging team decision making events in the future. Their future, that is ….. wallahualam.
A motherly expression by Dib Mossavi
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Much as trees, good restaurants become increasingly scarce the higher you climb. At 2,300 metres Val Thorens in the French Alps is surrounded by snow-clad slopes, overlooking the Three Valleys. With its Modernist design, you might think it only caters for hard-line skiers, but it also has a place for foodies. Chef Jean Sulpice, 35, has chosen to explore other peaks, making his brainchild the highest Michelin-starred restaurant in Europe.
It is nearly 11am on a February morning and already 40cm of snow has fallen. Indeed by early afternoon the road down to Moûtiers will be closed. But Sulpice's youthful team are very busy. First they must make lunch – fera [a popular local fish] tempura – for the staff, then for the village nursery – baby pancakes with chorizo and tarragon – one of their daily assignments. Only then will they turn their attention to the restaurant's customers who tramp in from the ski runs, their appetite whetted by the blizzard.
Sulpice could have opted for a less isolated location, like his stablemate Emmanuel Renault, who heads the three-star Flocons de Sel in Megève. But in 2002, aged only 24, he accepted the challenge posed by L'Oxalys, a hotel-residence looking for someone to turn its restaurant into a gourmet eatery. "I wanted a place that suited my character, and I was attracted by the young, sporting image of Val Thorens," he says.
For a chef there are other constraints apart from being geographically remote and at the mercy of the elements. Even the physical conditions are different: water, for instance, boils at 90C, wines mature more quickly and the air is so dry bread soon turns to rusk. And many of the resort's regulars are more interested in a hearty raclette than airy espumas.
In the early days Sulpice had to adapt, serving a skier's platter, similar to more humble establishments. But on the platter itself – custom designed by a local cabinet-maker – the chef served a squash velouté topped with Reblochon cappuccino, pot-au-feu made with foie gras, and a chocolate and Chartreuse granita.
Sulpice grew up in Aix-les-Bains, on the shore of Lac du Bourget. He struggled at school but at the age of 15 discovered that there could be scope for self-expression in cooking. At about the same time his elder brother, a cycling champion, had a serious accident and lost the use of both legs. For his sibling it was a lesson in persistence.
Happier staring at a plate than a blank page, the erstwhile dunce went to study under Marc Veyrat. In the mid-1990s the chef with the emblematic black hat was a local guru, raving about mountain herbs and reinventing Savoy cuisine. "Veyrat taught me that cooking is a form of storytelling," Sulpice explains. "He showed me you could find inspiration in childhood memories and the mountains."
As with any disciple, the young man took time breaking free from his master's influence. Indeed, reading between the lines of his menus, it is still apparent. Take the childhood theme, for instance: one of Sulpice's signature dishes is based on bread, parmesan and chestnuts. A smooth, boiling hot chestnut velouté contrasts with the airy bite of chill parmesan mousse. A pinch of grated truffle adds an earthy note and chestnut-bread croutons crunch.
As for the mountains his cooking is a constant reminder of the setting, but also completely transcends it. Much of what he serves is locally sourced, thanks to a network of local producers. For example he mixes a beaufort cheese mousse with heaps of herbs – willowherb, campion, pimpernel and lovage, among others – a bit like rolling a snowball in spring shoots. He makes liberal use of local fish too, often caught by Eric Jacquier, a champion angler on Lake Geneva. So you may choose from omble chevalier (a local variety of char) with Alpine pansies, fillet of perch with pistachio puree and a ginger and lemongrass sauce, or smoked fera with quail's eggs playing on the acidity of oxalis shoots (similar to sorrel) and cucumber water conjuring up the limpid waters of a lake.
Sulpice aims to keep things fairly simple ... within reason. His cooking is inspired by his surroundings but also the foreign countries he and his wife visit when the restaurant closes for a break in the spring. The contemporary design of the dining room itself is uncluttered and there are no tablecloths. The richness is in the dishes: a creamy, celeriac risotto with vin jaune and melted comté cheese; pigeon cooked in a salt crust flavoured with camomile; pike mousse with coffee sauce and pickled lemon; fera, sorrel and vanilla – all with lots of colourful, inventive touches.
The World Ski Awards 2013 named Val Thorens "world's best ski resort" and Sulpice's Michelin two-star restaurant no longer applies skier's platter prices: the menus range from €74 ($103) to €159. Diners can accompany their meal with Savoy wines, selected by Jean's wife Magali and her sommelière, Lorianne Brun, whose range includes a new generation of winegrowers (Berlioz, Magnin, Grisard, Quenard and Omont, among others) overturning stereotypes with just as much energy as the chef.
This article appeared in Guardian Weekly, which incorporates material from Le Monde


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October 13, 2016, 8:30 AM - February 4, 2018, 5:00 PM @ Riley County Historical Museum
Centennial celebration exhibit showcases 100-plus artifacts and photographs significant to the history of the Riley County community. Notable objects include a section of original seating from Wareham Opera House, penny-farthing bicycle owned by Guy Varney, hand-carved sunflower clock made from local wood for the World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago, 1893.Many objects on view have been rarely exhibited. Centennial exhibition accompanied by series of programs (watch for announcements and check calendar).
January 17, 2017, 10:00 AM - May 13, 2017, 5:00 PM @ Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art
Exhibition explores Curry as student and early professional through more than 30 drawings, paintings and magazine illustrations. Never-before-viewed objects from Burr Living Trust of Lewisberry, Penn., will be a centerpiece of the installation. Exhibition organized by Beach Curator Liz Seaton and members of spring 2016 seminar, comprised of students from K-State and UMKC.
February 7, 2017, 10:00 AM - June 17, 2017, 5:00 PM @ Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art
Photographic adventure and multifaceted representation of contemporary Kansas farm life. Mohr's photography challenges viewers to appreciate Kansas farmers with renewed vision.
March 4, 2017, 9:00 AM - February 28, 2018, 4:45 PM @ Eisenhower Presidential Library
Great War's influence on Dwight Eisenhower's budding leadership abilities. World War I proved crucial to the making of this American icon and future president.
March 14, 2017 - July 1, 2017 @ Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art
Friends of the Beach gift print artist Jason Scuilla was raised in Sarasota, Fla., and his drawings and prints have been exhibited in solo and group exhibitions throughout the U.S. Scuilla serves as associate professor of art at Kansas State University.
April 1, 2017, 8:00 AM - October 13, 2017, 5:00 PM @ Hale Library fifth floor gallery
K-State Libraries joins 150th anniversary celebrations of Chisholm Trail. "Chisholm Trail: History & Legacy" exhibit with artifacts, books, maps and photos allows glimpse into Kansas' Wild West era and turbulent relationship with Texas cattle trade.
April 1, 2017, 9:00 AM - May 30, 2018, 4:45 PM @ Eisenhower Presidential Library
Rare artifacts and historic photographs of life along the Chisholm Trail to celebrate the trail's sesquicentennial. Learn origins of the cowboy boot, and how the phrase "real McCoy" became a familiar phrase in American lexicon. Legendary stories behind near mythical figures like Wild Bill Hickok and others. Dwight Eisenhower developed a love for all things western ... find out why. This lil' cowtown raised a President!
April 8, 2017, 10:00 AM - May 20, 2017, 3:00 PM @ Strecker Nelson West Gallery
Other Worlds presents artists' visions of New World and Old World lands and people; memories of childhood, imaginations of the fantastical.
April 8, 2017, 12:00 PM - May 13, 2017, 5:30 PM @ Manhattan Arts Center
Open to artists 16 years/older; artists may submit up to four entries. Juried exhibit of 50 photographs by Kansas photographers located within 40-mile radius. Only digital submissions in three categories (people, nature, illustrative).
April 19, 2017, 4:00 PM - May 4, 2017, 5:00 PM @ Columbian Theatre, Swogger Art Gallery
Collection of works from Pawnee Mental Health Services
January 21, 2017, 10:00 AM - May 14, 2017, 5:00 PM @ Flint Hills Discovery Center
Explore the science of how maize has evolved over thousands of years to become one of the country's most significant crops, and discover why it continues to surprise us today through eye-popping graphics, hands-on interactives and much more.
Explore the world of healthy eating with Max & Munch! Exciting opportunities to experience hands-on benefits of healthy eating habits! To My Plate and Beyond was organized by Purdue Agriculture Exhibit Design Center and made possible through support of the American Dairy Association and Indiana's Dairy Farm Families. Sponsored by Via Christi Health.
April 21, 2017 - April 28, 2017 @ Kansas State University
Events on K-State campus support Earth Day; week-long events "hammocked" by Earth Day (April 22) and Arbor Day (April 29). Green Week cultivates knowledge, promotes collaboration between 'green' groups and individuals, and celebrates achievements in sustainability. Activities include Ride 2 Campus with GAB (Green Apple Bikes) and Sustainability How-To Carnival for students and faculty to participate in carnival-style booths and games.
April 21, 2017, 7:00 PM - April 22, 2017, 9:45 PM @ Forum Hall, Ground Floor, K-State Student Union
Three girls are kidnapped by a man with a diagnosed 23 distinct personalities, they must try to escape before the apparent emergence of a frightful new 24th.
April 21, 2017, 7:30 PM - 11:30 PM @ Wareham Opera House
Limited tickets available for buffet-style BBQ dinner; whole-roasted hog, abundance of delicious sides! Live music by Aye Oh (9:00). Cash bar available; $10 souvenir glass with complimentary beer refills and signature cocktail (while available). Limited selection of mixed drinks ($5); 21/above event. Proceeds benefit Manhattan Catholic Schools.
April 20, 2017, 7:30 PM - April 22, 2017, 10:00 PM @ Chapman Theater
Post World War I, fear of the deadly Spanish Flu illness fills town with paranoia. Once it spreads, citizens turn on one another in attempt to find scapegoat. Seven total performances at Nichols Auditorium, Mark A. Chapman Theater.
April 21, 2017, 7:30 PM - April 23, 2017, 11:00 PM @ The Columbian Theatre
Modern take on Grease as jealousies, schedules and high school play auditions seem to conspire against young couple trying to find love. Sponsored by Imagemakers and Manhattan Broadcasting. Dinner and the show? Opening Night (April 21) at the Columbian features delicious dinner catered by Friendship House!
April 21, 2017, 7:30 PM @ McCain Auditorium
Delightful show choir of both music majors and non-majors. In-A-Chord is a wonderful a cappella choir; both groups fun to watch and hear.
April 21, 2017, 7:30 PM - April 23, 2017 @ Manhattan Arts Center
Lovingly ripped off from 1975 film Monty Python and the Holy Grail, highly irreverent parody of the Arthurian Legend. King Arthur travels around England recruiting Knights of the Round Table. When he and his band of misfit knights finally gather in Camelot, they receive a charge from God to find the Holy Grail. The quest brings them to strange places and into the company of strange characters, challenged to keep their heads on straight or die terribly weird deaths.Book & Lyrics by Eric Idle. Music by John Du Prez. Directed by Penny Cullers. 2005 Tony Award winner for Best Musical comedy. Not recommended for young children. Theatre season sponsor: CivicPlus. Platinum Sponsors: Debbie Nuss & Brad Fenwick. In memory of Charlotte Edelman. Gold Sponsor: Manhattan Broadcasting Company.
April 21, 2017, 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM @ Fort Leavenworth
History of Col. Henry Leavenworth and beginnings of Fort Leavenworth with Mark Gerges, associate professor of history, Command and General Staff College.
April 21, 2017, 6:30 PM - April 23, 2017, 3:00 PM @ Tointon Family Stadium
BatCats won 2016 season series at West Virginia, start second half of conference play with 16-game stretch at Tointon Family Stadium (only game played elsewhere April 25 at Kauffman Stadium vs. Arkansas).
April 21, 2017, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM @ Memorial Stadium (Lot D1 parking; west of campus)
Public invited to join President Richard Myers and dignitaries to dedicate Memorial Stadium at Kansas State University. The historic stadium was built to honor World War I sacrifice of 48 fallen students, but was never formally dedicated. Witness the unfinished task of dedication during national WWI centennial anniversary. Remarks from President Myers, Kansas State University; Matthew Naylor, president/CEO, National World War I Museum and Memorial.
April 21, 2017, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ Bramlage Coliseum
Athletic department's largest annual fundraising event supports the Ahearn Fund, K-State's national fund for student-athlete excellence. Last year's event raised more than $400,000. Space is limited to first 500 guests.


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It's game on for composer Mick
AN IRISH composer beat off international competition to create the soundtrack for a big-budget computer game.
Mick Kiely spent 20 years playing in Dublin cover bands, but his music is now heard on the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360, courtesy of new game 'Bodycount'.
Two years in development, initially UK games company Codemasters had planned to use three different composers to score their new hi-tech console game.
But having heard recordings made by the Gorey-based musician, the company hired him to do the full soundtrack for the game, which features a secret agent engaged in global conflicts.
The six-figure commission saw the Dalkey man travel to Bulgaria to work with a 60-piece orchestra and to Switzerland to record ethnic instruments, but the majority of the music was done in his home studio in Co Wexford.
"It was a mammoth task, but hugely rewarding. I've played every venue in Ireland in bands like 'The Glam Tarts', 'Abbaesque' and '20th Century Gold'. All I really wanted to do was keep making music, and here I am coming out of PlayStation 3 and Xboxes," Mr Kiely told the Irish Independent.
"The global games industry is now bigger than Hollywood, but I'd like to work in both areas," he said.
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Have you ever thought about Darwin as inspiration for an event? We have! This weekend we will transform the Fernbank Museum of Natural History for their "signature gala," Beautiful Voyages: A Timeless Affair 2011. The gala will raise money for Fernbank's educational mission while focusing on their newest special exhibit, Darwin: Scientist. Naturalist. Serious to Do List.
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I hate to write posts like this; it's probably one reason I hardly do it.
Peter from Texas Hold 'Em blog has written some pretty harsh things, both on his blog (which he has deleted) and at Boots & Sabres about the election results. Wendy and Owen both called him on it and perhaps his frustration has led him to delete his blog.
I like Peter. He's a sharp guy. Unfortunately sometimes that sharpness was hidden by name calling and bitterness.
But hoping this country gets attacked repeatedly and wanting to put a bounty on the head of the president goes way beyond reasonable to me.
Again I like Peter. He has his style of blogging; I have mine. I won't take him off the blog roll. I don't blog roll that way.
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Project 52: Week 1
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Breathe. Last year's little word was "forward". For many reasons, I felt the need to remind myself that forward is where I needed to go. With the assurance everything was going to be OK, I did. 2012 was a whirlwind with its highs and lows. Some of those high moments were surreal - the kind of "pinch me I'm dreaming" type stuff. And the lows? Let's not get started on those. Instead, this year, I'm focused. determined. energized. I'm putting it on paper. Making a list. Starting with this one...
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Hola estoy probando Kubuntu 8.04, pero tengo un problema para configurar mi conexion a internet dial up.
He estado investigando sobre la configuracion del modem, baje y corri el scanModem y este es el resultado de de MOdemData:
Only plain text email is forwarded by the firstname.lastname@example.com List Server,
as HTML can contain viruses. Use as the email Subject Line:
YourName, YourCountry kernel 2.6.24-19-generic
With this Subject Line cogent experts will be alerted, and useful case names left in the Archive.
YourCountry will enable Country specific guidance. Linux experts in YourCountry
can be found through: http://www.linux.org/groups/index.html.
They will know your Country's modem code, which may be essential for dialup service.
Responses from firstname.lastname@example.com are sometimes blocked by an Internet Provider mail filters.
So in a day, also check the Archived responses at http://www.linmodems.org
-------------------------- System information ----------------------------
Linux version 2.6.24-19-generic (buildd@palmer) (gcc version 4.2.3 (Ubuntu 4.2.3-2ubuntu7)) #1 SMP Wed Jun 18 14:43:41 UTC 2008
scanModem update of: 2008_07_31
There are no blacklisted modem drivers in /etc/modprobe* files
Attached USB devices are:
ID 090c:1000 Feiya Technology Corp. Memory Bar
ID 03f0:7604 Hewlett-Packard Deskjet 3940
USB modems not recognized
For candidate card in slot 00:07.0, firmware information and bootup diagnostics are:
PCI slot PCI ID SubsystemID Name
---------- --------- --------- --------------
00:07.0 1057:3052 1057:3020 Modem: Motorola SM56 Data Fax Modem
Modem interrupt assignment and sharing:
16: 0 IO-APIC-fasteoi sata_sis
--- Bootup diagnostics for card in PCI slot 00:07.0 ----
[ 24.341288] ACPI: PCI Interrupt 0000:00:07.0[A] -> GSI 17 (level, low) -> IRQ 16
[ 24.341680] 0000:00:07.0: ttyS2 at I/O 0xd808 (irq = 16) is a 16450
[ 24.341903] 0000:00:07.0: ttyS3 at I/O 0xd810 (irq = 16) is a 8250
[ 24.341973] Couldn't register serial port 0000:00:07.0: -28
=== Finished firmware and bootup diagnostics, next deducing cogent software. ===
Predictive diagnostics for card in bus 00:07.0:
Modem chipset detected on
NAME="Modem: Motorola SM56 Data Fax Modem "
For candidate modem in: 00:07.0
0703 Modem: Motorola SM56 Data Fax Modem
Primary device ID: 1057:3052
Support type needed or chipset: slamr
----------------end Softmodem section --------------
1057:3052 has a Motorola chipset, poorly supported by Motorola itself
However Zello discovered that drivers written to support Smartlink modems do support the 1057:3052 chipset!!
It sufficed to add 1057:3052 to the list of modem cards recognized by the Smartlink slamr driver.
There is a ungrab-winmodem driver used in conjunction with slamr, which must have 1057:3052
similarly added. See messages from Zello:
and Alvaro Aguirre about the ungrab-winmodem fix:
For general guidance on ungrab-winmodem + slamr usage, read the DOCs/Smartlink.txt
The modem is supported by the Smartlink
plus the slmodemd helper utility. Read the
DOCs/Smartlink.txt and Modem/DOCs/YourSystem.txt for follow through guidance.
For 2.6.24-19-generic compiling drivers is necessary. As of October 2007 the current packages at
http://linmodems.technion.ac.il/packages/smartlink/ are the
ungrab-winmodem-20070505.tar.gz and slmodem-2.9.11-20080126.tar.gz
Writing DOCs/Smartlink.txt
============ end Smartlink section =====================
Completed candidate modem analyses.
The base of the UDEV device file system is: /dev/.udev
Versions adequately match for the compiler installed: 4.2.3
and the compiler used in kernel assembly: 4.2.3
Minimal compiling resources appear complete:
make utility - /usr/bin/make
Compiler version 4.2
linuc_headers base folder /lib/modules/2.6.24-19-generic/build
However some compilations and executable functions may need additional files,
in the FileNames.h (so called kernel "h"eaders) collection installed in /usr/include/ .
For martian_modem, additional required packages are n. The also required headers of package libc6 are commonly installed by default.
Compiling hsfmodem drivers does require linux-libc-dev and libc6-dev packages, for kernels 2.6.24 and later versions.
In not included on your install CD, search for them at http://packages.ubuntu.com
or comparable Repository for other Linux distros.
When compiling ALSA drivers, the utility "patch" will also be needed.
If a driver compilation fails, with message including some lack of some FileName.h (stdio.h for example), then
Some additional kernel-header files need installation to /usr/include. The minimal additional packages are libc6-dev
and any of its dependents, under Ubuntu linux-libc-dev
If an alternate ethernet connection is available,
$ apt-get update
$ apt-get -s install linux-kernel-devel
will install needed packages.
For Debian/Ubuntu related distributions, run the following command to display the needed package list:
Otherwise packages have to be found through http://packages.ubuntu.com
Once downloaded and transferred into a Linux partition,
they can be installed alltogether with:
$ sudo dpkg -i *.deb
Checking pppd properties:
-rwsr-xr-x 1 root dip 269256 2007-10-04 15:57 /usr/sbin/pppd
In case of an "error 17" "serial loopback" problem, see:
To enable dialout without Root permission do:
$ su - root (not for Ubuntu)
sudo chmod a+x /usr/sbin/pppd
or under Ubuntu related Linuxes
sudo chmod a+x /usr/sbin/pppd
Checking settings of: /etc/ppp/options
asyncmap 0
lcp-echo-interval 30
lcp-echo-failure 4
In case of a message like:
Warning: Could not modify /etc/ppp/pap-secrets: Permission denied
see http://linmodems.technion.ac.il/bigarch/archive-sixth/msg04656.html
Read Modem/DOCs/YourSystem.txt concerning other COMM channels: eth0
Which can interfere with Browser naviagation.
Don't worry about the following, it is for experts should trouble shooting be necessary.
Checking for modem support lines:
/device/modem symbolic link:
slmodemd created symbolic link /dev/ttySL0:
Within /etc/udev/ files:
Within /etc/modprobe.conf files:
/etc/modprobe.d/blacklist-modem:# Uncomment these entries in order to blacklist unwanted modem drivers
/etc/modprobe.d/blacklist-modem:# blacklist snd-atiixp-modem
/etc/modprobe.d/blacklist-modem:# blacklist snd-via82xx-modem
/etc/modprobe.d/alsa-base:options snd-atiixp-modem index=-2
/etc/modprobe.d/alsa-base:options snd-via82xx-modem index=-2
Within any ancient /etc/devfs files:
Within ancient kernel 2.4.n /etc/module.conf files:
--------- end modem support lines --------
Espero que alguien me Pueda ayudar porque necesito pasarme a linux ya....!
Gracias de antemano por las respuestas..!


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Author has written 7 stories for Flash, Birds Of Prey, DC Superheroes, and Batman.
"For the last two weeks I have written scarcely anything. I have been idle. I have failed." Katherine Mansfield, journal entry.
"Tell it, sister!" Yours truly, journal entry.
And who am I, you may ask? I'm a former Team Titan currently slumming on Earth-Prime (a.k.a. the intellectual property owned by DC Comics known as Mirage.) I am no one of consequence. I am a comic geek. I am someone who desperately wants DC Comics to be readable again. And I write fanfic.


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At Anna Marie Events, we're often asked to use company headquarter space as the venue for many corporate events. Samsung invited us to design and produce their recent year-end holiday celebration at their new San Francisco office. This amazing minimalist-styled, modern space was the perfect tableau to inspire innovation and challenge our creativity. Our challenge was to take a familiar space where employees spend most of their working lives and transform it into an exciting space worthy of a 5-star celebration. So how did we do it?
Find out!
Using light and sound, we were able to manipulate ambiance and atmosphere to completely change the event vibe at Samsung's event. By tenting and heating the outdoor area and furnishing this space with inviting lounge furniture, colorful screens and hedging, we were able to maximize event flow while also giving guests more options for mingling and relaxing.
For event lighting, we added uplighting, LED-lit colorful ice sculptures, market string overhead lighting, high-resolution gobo projections and gel over the industrial lights to warm up the interior. Custom music and playlists were added in the café and main lobby areas with a D.J. and a cover band on tap in the tent to add variety and alternative spaces for guests to enjoy.
An LED dancefloor completed the effect, a centerpiece attraction which invited guests into the action.
Each space at the Samsung headquarter's event was further differentiated through different decor elements. By adding pipe and drape around a center island in the commissary area, for example, and using formal linens and florals, we created an elegant dining experience in the café area a lot more like a 5-star restaurant and nothing like a cafeteria's.
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Tumble moved up to fourth with a hard fought 25-12 victory over visiting Llanybydder at a rain soaked Parc y Mynydd Mawr. The Magpies scored 2 first half tries through wing Michael Edwards and scrum half Iwan Morgan while outside half Steven Hewitt kicked a conversion and two penalties to make the score 18-6 at the interval. The second half saw ground conditions worsen with the field turning into bog in places. Llanybydder scored two penalties to bring the score back to 18-12 and this was how it remained until deep into injury time when wing Josh Davies scored a try wide out for the Magpies which was converted by Hewitt with the last kick of the game. Final score Tumble 25 - Llanybydder 12.
The Magpies now have two weeks without a fixture before welcoming undefeated league leaders Hendy to Parc y Mynydd Mawr on 22 October.
A copy of the match programme can be found at the following link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-69OGlm5tyIc2lPaWtXTE5mV0k/view?usp=sharing
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There is nothing better then a Champions League match-up. Let alone, a semi-final match between Chelsea and Barcelona that is tied at 0 after a scoreless draw in Spain 2 weeks ago. Dubbed "Beauty and the Beast", for the contrasting styles of play the outcome could of been decided by a coin flip and it pretty much was.
In the UEFA Champions League, you are rewarded for away goals. This meant, that if Barcelona scored 1 goal in London at Chelsea's home turf, it essentially counts for 2. So if the score ended 1-1 or 2-2, Barcelona would of went through on away goals. The Federation does this to try to bribe away sides from packing it in and playing for the 0-0 draw. It usually works.
Chelsea is an athletic, powerful, physical team. A kind of 3 yards and a cloud of dust team. Love to smash volleys, head in restarts, and score on quick, aggressive counterattacks. Barcelona is "The Beautiful Game" or "Total Football" in a nutshell. Barca loves to thread the needle, possess the ball until the defense gets lazy, and then combination pass behind and for a goal. The Catalans were coming off putting 6 goals up against bitter rival Real Madrid last Saturday.
With the contrasting styles of play, it would be foolish to bet on this game. It would come down to whoever could impose their will on the other for the entire 90+ minutes. Chelsea, true to form, raced up and down the pitch from the opening whistle. Micael Essien volleyed home one of the best goals you will ever see. Boosting Chelsea to a 1-0 lead in the 9th minute.
Chelsea then retreated to their own half, often with 9 or 10 men behind the ball. Barcelona controlled, actually dominated, possesion but lacked a real scoring chance. The giant Chelsea defenders made life a living hell for exciting Barca forwards' Eto'o and Messi.
Chelsea crowed for a few penalty kicks after counterattacks were chased down and thrawted by defenders and Barcelona got a terrible red card after the referee mis-judged a Chelsea player tripping over his own legs. While the London side complained heavily about the officiating, it, like always, balanced out.
Then, out of nowhere, Barcelona scored in the final minute of extra time, setting off an amazing celebration that bordered on delirious. I was shocked and happy to have watched this. Now it is on to Rome where Barcelona will face Manchester United for the big game on May 27th. It has a lot to live up to, but after today anything is possible!


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Like many of us, he tormented his blessedly understanding parents with his playtime career choice as architect.
These are just playtime politics, luxuries for the leisure class.
I was allowed to keep my two goats there, and to have them out at playtime.
Of course you have a Gorgeous Girl, too––but she is for playtime.
The playtime of childhood should be held sacred by the nation.
It is in this playtime that the boy expresses himself most fully.
Of anything other than toys and playtime she had no conception.
Theft—that is what it is, the playtime of the children coined into profits.
Now I am wiser, and know that life is not all bones and playtime, so to speak.
The time of representation was the night, the playtime for old and young in India.


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We had a lively discussion on the memoir of Ghada Karmi as well as insightful as none of us really knew much about the Israel/Palestine conflict. Reading it through the eyes of a young girl in Palestine who exiles to England facilitated a better understanding of how complex this conflict is.
Ghada starts the novel in her childhood with glimpses of the symbolic things she remembered the most such as Fatimah, her maid and Rex, her dog. Leaving them behind was easy when the thought was that her family would eventually come back to their house, but circumstances forced them to exile to England for their own safety and opportunity. This section was filled with details and historical facts that made it hard to get through, but once we got to the England section, we felt a more personal connection with Ghada.
We can feel Ghada's struggle to become very British, even though, ironically her family thinks the British as their enemy and how she grows up trying to define that identity and ultimately discovering that she cannot ignore her Arab heritage and how she became displaced from her own country. We also found it fascinating in her relationship with her family, especially her mother who refuses to speak English in the 40 years she lives in England.
It was a great story to find insight on a Palestinian perspective we rarely get to hear in the Western countries.


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Walking throughout Gwangju I always see the 'pocket gardens' I love so much.
They are cared for, kept weed-free, and always look so inviting. EXCEPT for the corner of EVERY garden that contains the junk heap. Immaculate and pristine … paired with garbage and debris.
People in Korea litter quite a bit, so some of the garbage is just wrappers, cups, and paper. Then you see a chair, a empty 5-gallon metal can, organic remains from last year's crop, pretty much anything. Larger items require a payment to dump, so people just put things outside their apartment.
Some of the things (in good condition) are taken away by a passerby, but a lot of it is just left in the heaps on the side of the road.
Gwangju is a clean city, unless you are in a part that is not clean. :o)
Here are some photos to demonstrate this 'Side by Side' phenomenon.
Going to the left of the above picture you (even) see organized dirt, and beans on the top right. But then on the bottom left you have your pile of waste.
Another garden:
Oh, there's the waste corner on the left …
One more garden:
I consider this 'Side by Side' phenomenon to be similar to that which is always seen on any good farm in the US. The tractor graveyard that yield's part for future need, the old tires that pile up, the junkyard (that might be called another name) that gets started because things have to go SOMEWHERE unless you haul it all to the dump.
Different countries but some things are the same … these mini farms just happen to be in the middle of the city and can't hard their garbage quite as well.


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I recently had the pleasure to meet up with fellow indie lover, Francesca (the owner of the fabulous Working with Monolids) and we had a lovely session of trading and decanting. She is the sweetest girl and thanks to her, I'm now the proud owner of a truckload of shiny indie goodness to dig into. I've always been envious when I read about meet and sniffs sessions that people organize. It's pretty rare to find an established community in Southeast Asia, so imagine how excited I was when Fran told me that she would be making a weekend trip to Singapore and suggested that we meet up. It's a great, and frankly, cost-effective way to try out new products too. After all, we international addicts need to band together. ♥
A quick brand overview
Today's mini review will be focused on three scents from Wiggle Perfumes. I've heard great stuff about this company for the longest time, and people on the BPAL forums seem to have a great fondness for their blends. I have to say that I was really charmed by the adorable name. The aesthetic of this shop is luscious and bold and reminds me of a sexy bombshell who knows exactly how to strut her stuff while smelling absolutely fabulous. Wiggle is currently undergoing a massive scent upheaval so many of her blends are currently on clearance sale. This is a great chance to try out the company and get an idea of her signature style, so you'll be prepared when the new permanent collection emerges from the wings.
Scent Reviews
I did a thorough test drive of all three scents and I have to say that across the board, I was extremely impressed by everything that I tried. Each blend is wonderfully complex and I cannot rave enough about how great the morphing power is. I actually had to keep my nose honed most of the time because the scents were constantly growing and blossoming and I didn't want to miss out on a moment. The wonderful thing is that I never would have expected to love these blends quite as I much as I did based on the scent notes so it was very much a pleasant surprise.
Reviews are based on my individual impressions from a test drive of the individual samples. Everything is subject to my own skin chemistry, so your mileage may vary.
Anna May
Lychee, peony, green tea notes, with a generous dose of wisteria layered over white musk, a touch of orchid, a kick of ginger, and the slightest hint of soft incense.
- First Sniff:
This is a sweet, sweet, beautiful peony with the freshness of green tea and just the tiniest whiff of incense. There is a light fruity note as well, and I have to say that at this point, I am in love. This is such a delightfully light and crisp fruity floral scent and I can only hope that it carries on along this tangent.
- Drydown:
The lychee gets a lot stronger on my skin and blends itself perfectly with the green tea to create this fresh juiciness. It smells so clean and crisp that I feel like I've just taken a shower. A minute later, the lychee tones down a little and I get a lovely exotic floral. I can't tell exactly if it's the orchid or the wisteria, but there is this tropical edge to it, that has an air of wistfulness. For all its freshness, this is a really deep, multilayered scent. It has a fruitiness at the top, cushioned by a layer of florals and everything gets rounded up by a splash of green tea. The green tea note reminds me a lot of the one in BPAL's Embalming Fluid, but I have a preference for Anna May because of the florals.The peony makes a reappearance a little later and it is so sweet and fresh. I have had some trouble with peony notes, most notably with the one in BP A'S Little Flora which went straight up old granny on me. This is youthful and fresh and I adore it. I absolutely can't imagine anyone not liking this scent. It's innocent and sweet, yet incredibly well-rounded at the same time.
- Silage
This has a pretty moderate throw on me and basically just whiffs around in a kind of scent aura. I'd imagine that this is a lovely scent to wear both on special occasions like a first date, the first day at a new job, the first time you're meeting your future mother-in-law… you get the idea.
- Longevity
This delightful little blend lasted strong for about 4 to 5 hours before mellowing down into a mild sweet fruitiness on my skin.
- Would I wear this again?
Absolutely! I might actually break my self-imposed no-buy just to get this blend before it goes sayonara on me forever. This is definitely big bottle worthy for me. I love how fresh and uplifting it is, without having that pesky air freshener effect that I got from Embalming Fluid (that absolutely devastated me because – that name. How could you not want a perfume with that name?)
Lemon cookie sweetness with touches of cinnamon, sandalwood, egyptian musk, and soft yellow rose.
- First Sniff:
I am always wary of lemon blends because it always ends up smelling like dish washing liquid on me. The only lemon scent that has ever worked on me was Violette Market's Miss Bonnie Rue. Wiggle's Maggie comes in as a very close second. This was a light and refreshing lemon cookie scent and I can't wait to try it on.
- Drydown:
The first whiff that I got was a wonderful rich creamy butter note and I thought, "wow, this is going to be deliciously gourmand." Then the lemon pushes its way through and I'm alarmed for just a split second. And then I fall in love. This scent embraces all that is beautiful about the fragrance of a lemon. It's soft and tart with that distinct lemon citrus sourness, but there's also a sweet, almost floral side to it. It's zesty and fresh, but never sharp and it plays so nicely with the butterscotch note. It is a lemon scent to convert anyone who has ever had misgivings about lemon in a perfume. Plus, it is absolutely mouthwatering and it actually made me feel a little peckish some hours into the blend.
- Silage
This wears itself pretty close to the skin, but I was able to smell while typing so I'd say that it has a decent throw.
- Longevity
This lasted for about 4 hours on me, after which it faded to a faint lemon scent on my skin.
- Would I wear this again?
This blend morphed the least on me, but I really didn't mind. While Bonnie Rue had a distinct cake note, Maggie was more of a crumbly lemon shortbread cookie. I don't know how I did it, but I somehow managed to stop myself from nomming my wrist. This was a delight and I would actually consider this big bottle worthy. At any rate, it has definitely raised the bar for all future lemon blends.
A rich, grown-up cocoa butter musk with touches of honeysuckle, warm hay, woodsmoke, and honey
- First Sniff:
Smokey dark chocolate with a musky edge that is very sexy. This made me think of BPAL's Dorian, and after comparing the two, I realize it's because the musk note is pretty similar. It's that same sweet smokiness with a slight puff of powder, although Selma runs a little darker because of the chocolate's bitterness.
- Drydown:
The honey becomes a lot more apparent ten minutes into the scent and the warm sweetness takes centre stage, pushing the chocolate to the background. The scent is a lot more feminine now. There is definitely something powdery at play, but thankfully, there is something keeping it from morphing into an old lady perfume. It smells so comforting and clean, but with an undertone of mystery.
This blend is such an active morpher; so far, only BPAL blends really morph that much on my skin, so I'm really pleasantly surprised by the complexity. The wood smoke is creeping out from under the honeyed musk, adding a bitterness that is almost herbal.
As time passes, the scent gains a spicy edge that adds more of a no nonsense bite to the muskiness. It's both sharp and soft at the same time and it smells like a high end classy lady's perfume.
- Silage
This had the strongest throw on me, and I'd rate this at about a 6.5 on a scale of 1 to 10. The person walking next to you would definitely be able to pick up a waft of it.
- Longevity
This lasted for about 5 to 6 hours on me and the scent lingers on for about another 5 hours as this delicious skin musk.
- Would I wear this again?
This could be so immensely sexy on the right person, but I generally am not a musky perfume kind of girl so I could live without a full bottle of this. I will be treasuring my sample though. This is currently sold out on Wiggle, but if you like musky and complex blends, definitely pick this up if it ever appears on the second hand market. Your olfactory senses will love you for it.
On the Whole…
I have to say that I am thoroughly impressed by my first Wiggle experience. Some of her blends are still available under clearance sale, so do check those out before they're gone forever. Her new collection will be created with natural components so the perfume oils will be priced at about $24 for 5ml to reflect this. While this is higher up the scale as far as indie perfumes go, Wiggle blends are incredibly well blended and complex, so I think they would be worth the price. As it is, samples will be available at $3 for 0.5ml so that will be a slightly less pricey option to try out new scents. I highly recommend the shop and am incredibly excited for the new scents coming our way.


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Mgt 230 Week 4 Paper
McDonald's has successfully met the demands of its customers by gradually adding to their menus. Breakfast meals, hamburgers, chicken, salads, salads and even desserts are provided by the restaurants which aids in the success of McDonald's. The organizational structure for McDonald's will be provided over the course of this presentation as well as an evaluation of its organizational functions and an analysis of organizational design. Organizational structure
"The McDonald's Corporation has a divisional structure, which is made up of a board of directors, a chief executive officer and vice chair at the top levels of the corporation. The board of directors consists of the CEO and vice chairman, the president and chief operating officer, and group of independent directors. McDonald's Corporation's Board of Directors is entrusted with, and responsible for, the oversight of the assets and business affairs of McDonald's Corporation in an honest, fair, diligent and ethical manner" (McDonald's Corporation, para. 1, 2011). There are several advantages and disadvantages of divisional structure. The divisional structure focuses the attention of employees and managers on results for the product, the customer, or the geographical area. Divisional structure is flexible and responsive to change, because each unit focuses on its own environment. Coordinating among different functions within the division benefits from singleness of purpose, because each division is a self contained unit, responsibility and accountability for performance are easier to target.
"Organizational structure types are the means by which companies group workers, processes and work flows to manage productivity" (Sharrieff, para. 1, 2011).
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Customer focused
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Allow for team approach Supports and enhances
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the most areas
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increase operating costs
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managers can cause
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Through the communication methods of marketing, branding gives an organization a recognizable face. This is done using colors, designs as well as images. McDonald's branding is the Golden Arches (McDonald's Corporation, 2008). McDonald's identifies its key audience and creates a marketing mix to appeal to these people. The marketing mix consists of product, price, promotion, and place (McDonald's Corporation, 2008).Market research analyzes the publics' reception of products, the prices customers will pay, and the medium customers view as well as the restaurants customers visit. This gives McDonald's information about the targeted group enabling the creation of a marketing mix that satisfies its...
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Energy is absorbed in this case.
Work Step by Step
Just remember that: - Energy must be absorbed to move an electron from a lower state (lower energy) to a higher state (higher energy). - Energy would be emitted as an electron moves from a higher state (higher energy) to a lower state (lower energy). We see that the radius of orbit has increased, or in other words, the hydrogen atom expands in this case. The expansion of the hydrogen atom is a sign that the electron has moved to a higher state, since the higher the state, the further from the nucleus the electron is. Therefore, energy has been absorbed.


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3M and TaKaDu recently signed an agreement designed to help water utilities learn how to improve efficiency ultimately save water.
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Episode 144: On A Roll
Once again, Emmett lets Mingan try her hand at running the show & it looks like she's on a roll...
11.08.10 playlist:
Florence & the Machine - I'm Not Calling You A Liar
Eli August - I Did Not Leave The Door Ajar
Cassandra Wilson - The Last Train to Clarksville
Amanda Palmer - Runs in the Family
Adam Ant - Kings of the Wild Frontier
The Ditty Bops - Sister Kate
Gypsy Nomads - House of Cards
Cher - Gypsy, Tramps & Thieves
Dandelion Junk Queens - (Dancing at a) Predator's Ball
Kate Bush - Experiment IV
Musee Mecanique - The Propellors
Tom Waits - What's He Building?
Babyshambles - There She Goes
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The FSA was initially planned to operate from the Architecture + Design Museum.
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In October 2016, Sister Rose Marita Riordan received the tragic news that she had been diagnosed with a return of colon cancer. She had battled the deadly disease only a handful of years before.
After receiving the news, Sister Rose Marita chose not to undergo treatment.
In November of the same year, Sister Rose Marita received the Sacrament of the Sick. In the Catholic Church, the Sacrament of the Sick is given by a priest and the gathered community to strengthen a person who is sick or about to have surgery.
"It's a prayerful occasion," Sister Rose Marita said. "It's an anointing for the preparation of death. It allows a person to spring back and gives them the strength to go on for a while longer, to enjoy life. Evidently, that has worked for me."
The sacrament breathed fresh air into Sister Rose Marita's lungs and since that November day, she has made it her mission to take time out of the week for one of her passions.
She loves to bake.
Currently, Sister Rose Marita ministers as a greeter at Providence Spirituality & Conference Center (PSCC) on Mondays and Fridays. But on Wednesdays, she heads to the Providence Hall activity room kitchen to bake.
And for most of that day, the kitchen belongs to her.
"I get up at 3 a.m., and start baking at 4 a.m.," she said.
All types of breads, from banana, chocolate chip to her famous Irish Soda breads. On every Wednesday, the aroma of the breads can be smelled throughout Providence Hall.
"It drives everyone crazy when they smell it," Sister Rose Marita said.
Some of her breads are sold at Linden Leaf Gifts. And she gives the loaves that do not sell back to her Sisters of Providence.
Everyone at The Woods knows how much Sister Rose Marita loves the art of baking. So much so that she has had recipes dropped off at her room anonymously.
Sister Rose Marita was born on May 2, 1921. She is 95 years old and has been a Sister of Providence for 77 years, having entered the Congregation on Jan. 5, 1939.
Prior to coming back to Saint Mary-of-the-Woods in 1990, Sister Rose Marita spent 50 years in education, including ministering as a principal in schools in North Carolina and Washington, D.C.
When she returned to The Woods, she ministered at Woods Day Care/Pre-School. But health problems forced her to end her time there, so she began ministering at PSCC.
In 2014, Sister Rose Marita said of her daily routine, "I enjoy life. I really do. I don't worry about things. I thank God every morning and say, 'Jesus, another day. Thank you.'"
Even her cancer diagnosis late last year hasn't changed Sister Rose Marita's outlook on life.
"I am just trying to enjoy life," she said. "After all, you don't turn the oven on to bake and stand around and watch it heat up."


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Stephen Curry Appears to Have Lost Bet, Dons Oakland Raiders JerseyNovember 28, 2016
Marc J. Spears @MarcJSpearsESPN
Give @StephenCurry30 credit, he's a good sport. @RAIDERS. Just Win Baby! https://t.co/wkDP54rHaQ
It's hard being a Carolina Panthers fan this season, even if you're Stephen Curry.
The Golden State Warriors star point guard, who is a proud Panthers supporter, apparently lost a bet and had to wear an Oakland Raiders jersey after the Raiders outlasted Carolina 35-32 on Sunday.
And for those questioning his allegiance to the Panthers organization, here's proof Curry was cheering on his team until the end of the game.
Marc J. Spears @MarcJSpearsESPN
Just so happened suite I was in was next to @StephenCurry30. Was little trash-talking done about my @raiders & his Panthers. Victory dance. https://t.co/PcIAvYD8uo
At least he's taking the loss with some dignity.
UPDATE: Tuesday, Nov. 29, at 9:35 a.m. ET
Curry swore his allegiance to the Panthers and confirmed that he indeed donned the Raiders jersey after losing a bet:
Stephen Curry @StephenCurry30
Never a doubt I'm riding with my @Panthers 4eva. #KeepPounding in my blood! But A bet is a bet! #RaiderNation y'all know how to do it right!