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|About the presenter: Chris Roach, a forty-seven-year old native Texan, has traveled to over 45 U. S. states and numerous countries. His eclectic career of crisis management, banking and litigation consulting has taken him into simple rural middle-America settings and into the sophisticated urban business cultures of billion dollar companies. Having engaged literally thousands of individuals from all walks of life, he's accumulated fascinating observations of mainstream life, a journey particularly adventuresome due to his lifelong stuttering.
"Psst! Hey, you -- the stutterer. Come here. I'm gonna tell something you need to hear. You won't hear it from your family … or your friends … or even your support group. But you're gonna hear it from me, your little Internet buddy.""Okay, ready? Come closer… sure you're ready?""NOBODY WANTS TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR STUTTERING!!""What?! That's not what you've been told? You say you've been taught to always disclose your stuttering? To educate everyone you meet about stuttering?""Well, you're right. You should tell people about your stuttering but they really don't want to hear . . . ""What? You say you're totally confused? Insensitive! Me? Okay, just relax and let me explain. You've got a lot of catching up to do…"
Stuttering is a powerful force in our lives with its flailing tentacles. Like an octopus, stuttering crosses the spectrum of opposite perspectives. At one end, it's a hideous creature lurking beneath the ocean's surface, primed to engulf any fool who sets foot in the water. The fear of such doom is enough to avoid the water at all costs, to never view what lies beneath.
At the spectrum's opposite end, this odd-ball sea animal is merely another mysterious being among the ocean's grand world. The eight-legged freak is a harmless annoyance to be respected but not feared, while exploring the ocean's infinite vastness.As stutterers, our fundamental view of life closely mirrors the analogy of the octopus and the ocean. Regardless of our degree of disfluency, we must decide where we are on this spectrum of life. Content to remain on land and never test the waters? Or driven to leap headfirst regardless of the consequences? Perhaps, you're in the middle – longing to set sail into uncharted waters, but scared that stuttering will tether you to the dock. Your greatest fear is not of stuttering's choking tentacles but rather a life unfulfilled. Let's journey together to find normalcy and success in the mainstream of our modern world, taste the joys and rewards offered by life's conventional opportunities, and travel a path alongside thousands of others in full acceptance – all while talking a little funny!
What do we really want?
As stutterers, what is our true goal? A cure? Better fluency? Smarter tricks to hide it? I submit that our top goal has nothing to do with our speech. I believe we want most the opportunity to earn acceptance.
Throughout my life as a stutterer, I've wanted most (and admittedly still do) to be considered "normal." I want to be viewed as capable, stable, and competitive as anybody else, regardless of disfluency. Consequently, what motivates me most as a stutterer is the fear of being considered unequal simply because of my speech. The dread of diminishment and dismissal is the fuel that drives my fears. (But isn't that the same for anybody?)
Okay, I hear what you're thinking. Why does he let what others think about him control him? Poor guy -- a prisoner to his insecurities. What an ego!
Wait a minute! Who said a thing about "what others think?" Read my words again. "…acceptance…to be viewed as anybody else…considered anything less than normal…diminishment…" Whose opinion do I value most? Who am I trying to impress? Me.
I care what I think about me! To expect anything less than normalcy from myself would be an inexcusable infidelity. Ironically, though, the twist to this challenge for self-acceptance is best found through the eyes of others.Huh?! That makes no sense, you say. In order to feel good about ourselves, we must get others to feel good about us? But you thought I said I don't care what others think about me? I care only about what I thought about myself? No, not quite, but keep reading. You'll start to understand soon.
I learned in youth that the most rewarding times had a common denominator. Conversely, life's most shallow times shared the same ingredient. What is that common linchpin? Simple – people.
When my actions made a positive difference in the lives of others, I soared! Through striving to improve a condition, right a wrong, or soothe a rough edge for another, I found value and growth. No matter how minor or massive the stage, I discovered that my test of worth came from making a difference in the world around me. I also felt the painful sting when I failed to respond to another in need or chose to aggravate another's plight because of selfish apathy or insensitive competitiveness.
Beyond intentionally harming another, I believe there will be no greater accountability than for the crime of waste. To neglect the pursuit of one's potential is the ultimate sin and one we stutterers must particularly be vigilant to avert.
So you think I'm Pollyanish? Maybe. What's that, you say? This all sounds great, but I forgot something very important – we stutter. How can we afford to jump right in and do these wonderful things, help others, and be a player when there are so many obstacles thrown our way? Oh, you mean things like prejudice, ignorance and criticism because we stutter? Rejection because we're not accepted nor considered as normal? Perhaps even teasing, ridicule and condescension? Those things?
We have the privilege of choice -- people will react to us based on how we react to ourselves. Regardless of any individual's personal plight, whether a physical oddity, social stigma, or behavioral consequence, he can effect either acceptance or rejection from society. Through one's self-assurance and poise, handicaps become transparent and insignificant. The individual becomes empowered in others' eyes. Because he or she promotes who they are and what lies within them regardless of their hurdles, that's what the world sees.
But, beware, the plot can change. Through awkward uncertainty and cowering self-doubt, those same imperfections become magnified into a target. No different than sharks scenting blood, people smell the fear that shackles the hesitant stutterer's life. Because he or she promotes themselves as flawed victims of unfairness and misfortune, that's what the world sees.
Now, let's figure out how to dive into the world's mainstream, regardless of that octopus swirling around us, and pursue a full life without limitation. Granted, I don't have guaranteed answers, but throughout forty-seven years, I've been pretty lucky to have found acceptance and belonging in the eyes of thousands of individuals I've encountered along my journey – all while talking fast and funny.
Educate with immediate disclosure, then get off of it and get on…
Undoubtedly, disclosure of stuttering is an effective strategy to ease anxiety, defeat misperceptions, and pave the way for honest communication. But for whom do we disclose? The listener or ourselves? We do it for us – to make ourselves feel better. Then magically, because we feel fine, the listener feels fine.
Incessant advertising and advocacy, on the other hand, defeat the purpose of disclosure. Disclosure prepares the listener to cognitively process that our unique speech is simply stuttering, nothing more complicated or suspicious. But a barrage of self-focused anecdotes and unsolicited dissertations leads the listener exactly to where we don't want to – seeing only our stuttering. Why? Because apparently that's all we're seeing.
Never mistake simple politeness for genuine interest in our stuttering. Observe how we respond to individuals who openly tout their personal torments with societal pressures regarding weight, height, race, shape, gender, age, religion, mentality, disease, etc. The first confident reference is impressive and bolsters their ability to normalize. The tenth reference does not. Truly, "less is more." Sell you, not your stuttering.
Educate yourself about stuttering in order to intellectually defeat stereotyping.
To be considered normal, act normal. Use facts and truths when educating others about stuttering. Never waste the opportunity to correct a misunderstanding, shatter a false stereotype and dissect a myth. People will see a reasonable person respecting them for their capability to understand responsible information, rather than only an emotional reaction to their genuine ignorance of stuttering. Certainly, heartfelt feelings are essential to healthy lives, but mainstream success rewards equally those able to compete with their minds. What a beautiful chance to show that we can do both.
When asked about stuttering by the truly curious, our ability to react intellectually with rational explanation about what stuttering is and what it is not further desensitizes the mystery of stuttering. However, when we cloak ourselves in that shroud of embarrassment or denial, we'll be seen as anything but normal. But understand that social normalcy requires perspective – a proper time and place for everything. So educate others, but "get off of it and get on …"
Educate optimistically.
It's not cancer, not contagious, not a prison sentence…you get the point – it's only stuttering! Remember, that's what everybody else thinks. Only we feel the iceberg of interiorized fear and shame, not fluent society. People are consumed with their own daily worries: Mortgage payments, children's braces, hypertension, unemployment, sickness, aging parents, troubled teens, the cost of living -- (just like you, right?)
We shouldn't downplay the lifetime turmoil which stuttering has tarnished many of us with to different degrees, but we shouldn't promote our pain as the only flavor of stuttering for others to taste. To do that continues to perpetuate the myths of emotional confusion, limited capabilities and inability to coexist.
When you disclose stuttering, educate others about the disorder or react to its presence – SMILE, darnit! Exude an air of confidence and optimism. Be proud and unashamed. Look 'em in the eye and nod. Don't shy away. Don't look down. Raise your head. If we're so determined to prove that stuttering "is no big deal in our lives" as we've told so many for so long, then SHOW it's no big deal! There is no finer advocacy opportunity to promote the normalcy of stuttering than a positive image.
Integrate socially.
To be treated as a peer, be a peer.
Stuttering cannot justify prevention of participating fully in life. Nor can we justify feeling ostracized from the ability of doing so. As you leap into the mainstream, you'll find acceptance from society, not because you shun stuttering's claws, but because you embrace life. Whether it be the fun of pop culture, the thrill of sports, the reward of family, the stimulation of politics, the excitement of travel, or the depth in academia, a common bond will evolve among you and your peers, workmates, neighbors, friends and even strangers. Stuttering will have nothing to do with this acceptance. You'll be seen as "normal" simply because you "showed up, stood up and signed up."
Ever think about things such as these?
Take an evening class to understand investments
- Chaperone teenagers on a church outing
- Join your favorite performer's local fan club
- Manage an election booth or help a political campaign
- Play recreational co-ed softball
- Lead workmates to a new restaurant
- Organize a weekend fishing excursion
- Host a barbeque for new neighbors
- Train to complete a marathon for a worthy charity
- Jump on the bus to go play Bingo!
Now which one of those could you not do because you stutter? Aha! None, you say…keep going…
Integrate professionally.
For many of us stutterers, the workplace represents the most difficult, perhaps the cruelest, barrier. Because we stutter, we face possible economic consequences of rejection, suppression or even dismissal of our means to make a living and fulfill our intellectual potential. So, we think…
Acceptance in the workplace is as important as our intellectual contributions to our profession. Let me repeat myself. Success and fulfillment professionally are not limited to our solo contributions or our isolated efforts. There is no difference in finding acceptance in the workplace for stutterers than in the neighborhood, the clubhouse, the classroom, the sanctuary, or on the playing field. Those who find acceptance and succeed at the office share a common bond -- integration. They "show up." They participate. They contribute. They conform. They care.
When listing successful individuals within our professional environments, regardless of country, culture or class, characteristics as the following are universally noted: Hardworking, team player, confident, well-prepared, diligent, resourceful, dedicated, loyal, decent, ethical, fair, polished, presentable, capable, likeable, kind, industrious, …
Okay, now which one of these is not possible for us in the workplace because we stutter? Still not sure, huh? Keep going … Would you agree that successful employees are those individuals who volunteer when needed, speak up when asked, lead the way when required, and instill loyalty without complaint? Would you agree these same successful people seek personal growth, improvement, and continual knowledge and education to better perform their job? And would you agree that they are well respected, liked and admired because of how they treat others?
Now, which of these traits are just too impossible to accomplish because you stutter? You're not answering…
Integrate personally.
Now, how about you? Look into your heart and determine your true joys and dreams. We speak of acceptance in the mainstream, but more importantly of self-acceptance. Are there travels you've longed to pursue? Skills you're attracted to master? Relationships you've desired to formulate? Challenging responsibilities to tackle? Is there an activity you feel destined to excel within? Perhaps a place to live? Maybe an occupation to test?
Society offers a framework for any conventional pursuit or endeavor. An infrastructure of assistance and guidance can be found to facilitate any goal. People of experience and support can be found to pave the way for literally anything we want to consider in our modern world. The only requisite we require is to seek them out. To find fulfillment within our lives and pursue our private dreams, we need others. There is no shortcut.
Master integration within society and you'll master the ability to integrate within yourself.
No, we're not finished. There's one more important aspect of finding acceptance within the mainstream. Remember what I said earlier was the most important ingredient – people? Well, now it's time for a more important part – how you treat those people.
If all else fails, remember one word – encouragement.
We count in our lives a few, if sometimes only one person, who made a difference in our journey, never to be forgotten. These are "encouragers" -- people who motivate us to accept only our best. These angels of optimism along our life's path never criticize or condemn us, yet their presence discourages anything less than pursuing our full potential, simply by nurturing our strengths and beckoning us forward. As a model for all to emulate, particularly for the stuttering support community, encouragers hold the bar high, beyond reach of the tempting ease of mediocrity. What incredible respect for another's dignity!
What's their secret? They put our interests first. Always with a smile, they look at us and listen, often speaking the most precious word we know – our name. In their face, we see our own value.
Want acceptance in the mainstream? To all you encounter, all you befriend, and all you behold, be an encourager…who just happens to stutter.
"Psst! You, the stutterer, I'm finished. Now tell me, what part of stuttering prevents you from choices, behaviors and attitudes to pave the way to finding acceptance, success and fulfillment in the mainstream and within your own eyes?""Aha, I think you finally get it." "But don't forget -- NOBODY WANTS TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR STUTTERING…because they want to hear about you – your joys, your dreams, your life…"


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Meet the Team
Zoltan Rado, Chief Scientist
Dr. Zoltan Rado is the director of the Vehicle Surface Interaction research Center and the Crash Safety Research Center at the Pennsylvania Transportation Institute. His research interests include vehicle dynamics: vehicle surface interaction, dynamic frictional characteristics and braking; road surface characteristics; automotive-aviation safety: dynamic vehicle modeling and simulation, finite element analysis; and vehicle crash safety research; advanced vehicle technologies among many others.
Dr. Rado's applied research initiatives include real-time prediction of aircraft landing dynamics, braking friction and stopping distance from flight data recorder information; winter runway friction measurement research (sponsored by NASA, FAA, Transport Canada, EU); investigation of the braking and frictional behavior of a several different aircraft types involved in runway overrun accidents (Norway, USA, Canada, Japan) worked with different organizations on aircraft braking and aircraft friction modeling and analysis (NASA, NTSB, JAA); a multiphase project to research, define and develop the next-generation highway maintenance vehicle (sponsored by Iowa DOT, Minnesota DOT and Michigan DOT); and the development of one-of-a-kind variable slip friction measurement research equipment; the research and design of special digital algorithms and filtering for inertial accelerometer and inclinometer systems for use in braking and vehicle dynamics research, design and development of ultrasonic and special "Light Slicing" measurement of surface texture for friction research; development of an integrated truck-based surface characteristics measurement system (for The Ministry of Transportation and Water Management, The Netherlands). Dr. Rado presently serves as the chair of:
- Vice-Chairman of ASTM Committee E17 on Vehicle – Pavement Systems; Group II
- Member of the ASTM E17 committee on Vehicle – Pavement Systems
- Member of the ASTM F9 committee on Tires
Arthur Rubin, Chief Technology Officer
Arthur brings more than 25 years of experience in IT architecture, design, development, and testing. After receiving his BS in electrical engineering from the University of Illinois, Arthur took an engineering position at Motorola where he helped design Motorola's first commercial digital radio for the public service sector (police, fire, and other government agencies). Arthur received his MBA from Lake Forest Graduate School of Management and then moved into the financial industry working on real-time derivative pricing and risk management systems at Chicago Research and Trading Group (a leading Chicago-based derivatives firm sold to Nations Bank). At Nations Bank and then Bank of America, Arthur architected Bank of America's first web-based check image delivery system for the "Bank of America Direct" commercial cash management system. Arthur was one of the six founding consultants of STA Group. Arthur currently leads STA's Big Data Practice, and in 2011 became Director of Technology Consulting. As CTO of Aviation Safety Technologies, Arthur developed AST's SafeLand network and reporting system.
Kevin Dooley, Chief Technology Architect
Kevin is the Chief IT Architect for Aviation Safety Technologies with more than 26 years of experience as a Director, Manager, Consultant, Architect and Developer. Relying on his extensive years of experience providing technology solutions, he developed the Application, Technical and Data architecture for their flagship product, Safeland. Additionally, Kevin serves as Director of Technology Consulting for STA Group, LLC, a sister company, managing an advanced development center to support a leading P&C insurance company. Based in downtown Chicago, the development center provides premium resources and services to accelerate delivery of quality solutions enabling the client to meet its business goals.
Previously, Kevin was a Manager and Senior IT Architect for a project to develop a next-generation claims system for a leading P&C insurance company. Prior to his involvement in the claims project, Kevin helped jump-start their Enterprise Architecture program. At his previous client, Kevin was Manager and Senior IT Architect working to customize STA Group's Application Security Architecture (ASA) framework for the client's Enterprise Entitlement solution to support their Internet based treasury management system.
Mike Dahl, Senior Managing Director
Michael started his business career in the chemicals and plastics industry and began participating in a series of entrepreneurial ventures beginning in 1984. Dahl lead growth businesses in paints and coatings, building materials, plastic recycling, synthetic lumber manufacturing, and pipe extrusion. He has directed the diverse efforts of start-up organizations with no revenue and a handful of employees, as well as entities with hundreds of employees and hundreds of million dollars in revenue. In addition to his role at AST and Friction Sciences, Mr. Dahl serves as Director of WL Plastics Corporation, Rotating Equipment Specialists and Critical Process Systems. He is Chairman of the trade association The Alliance For Polyethylene Pipe, and is the past Chairman and Director of community cancer support organization Wellness House Foundation. Mr. Dahl holds a BS in Business Administration degree from Kansas State University.
Don Kane, Senior Managing Director
Don has been involved with AST since its inception in 2008. Don is a founder and Senior Managing Director of the Dillon Kane Group ("DKG"), an advisory firm and business incubator based in Chicago. Don drove the evaluation of the market opportunity to commercialize Dr. Rado's intellectual property. Working with Bob Francis, a former Vice Chairman of the NTSB, Dr. Rado and Mike Dahl, he met with Air Carriers, Pilots, FAA and other aviation industry participants over several years. The process lead to the development of a business model which included industry and FAA validation and the introduction of the SafeScan technology at airports. Don helps coordinate a wide set of resources within DKG supporting AST.
Don works closely with Joe Vickers to support the commercial rollout of AST's service offering. AST is evolving from a shared services to a dedicated resource model. He will continue to support efforts to build both domestic and international networks of connected fleets and airports. In addition, he is focused on the longer term strategy of AST's business model. AST will remain focused on developing new technologies and service offerings which are transformational for network participants.
Don founded DKG with David Dillon in 2001. Prior to founding DKG, he worked at Goldman Sachs for 14 years, leaving the firm as a Managing Director in the Investment Banking Division. He specialized in Financial Services and established the firm's Financial Institution's Technology Practice. He worked closely with senior management of major financial institutions evaluating strategic and financial options during a time of tremendous industry change.
Don is married with 4 children and graduated from the Kellogg Graduate School of Management at Northwestern and the University of Illinois.
David Dillon, Senior Managing Director
David has more than 30 years of experience in the application of advanced technology concepts and solutions for the financial services industry. As the CIO at CRT (a leading Chicago-based derivatives firm sold to Nations Bank), David led a global technology organization that built and supported real-time pricing, trade execution, and risk management capabilities that were instrumental in CRT's success and ultimate sale. At Nations Bank and then Bank of America, David was a leader in the Global Corporate and Investment Bank in finding innovative technology solutions for complex corporate banking problems. David then ran the New Ventures Group for Citadel Investment Group in Chicago before forming the Dillon Kane Group in 2001.
David's work in Dillon Kane Group includes:
- Identifying, sourcing and communicating with clients about innovative technology solutions to complex insurance and financial services problems
- Providing independent industry expertise to advise on the merits of various technology solutions without any financial stake in the result
- Advising clients on various process and organizational issues to help them optimize relationships, capabilities and results produced by the Business/IT partnership
- Conducting due diligence for clients on various technical considerations within potential partnerships or M & A candidates
Joe Vickers, Managing Director
Joe oversees the authorization, technical development and commercialization processes of the SafeLand and SafeScan reporting systems.
Previously, Joe's career centered on airline operation control centers. In addition to being responsible for United Airlines Operations Control Center (OCC), Joe was responsible for business process redesign and consolidation of UAL's OCC structure prior to and including the Continental Airlines merger. Joe developed the design requirements of the UAL Network Operations Control Center and has consulted internationally on OCC projects since he retired from UAL.
A career spanning deregulation, Joe held leadership roles in the OCC's of Midway and Altair Airlines. A CFI with multi-engine/instrument ratings, Joe remains active in general aviation and has served as a FAA Designated Examiner for almost 20 years. Joe has an MBA from University of Illinois at Chicago and his undergrad was at Florida Institute of Technology.
Richard Rado, Consulting Software Engineer
Richard Rado graduated from Penn State University in 2016 with his B.S. in Security Risk Analysis and minors in Telecommunications and Information Sciences. As an intern at IBM, he developed technical auditing web applications for internal company use. Prior to joining AST, Richard worked on SafeScan™ technology for Friction Sciences, LLC. He made significant contributions to the database architecture of the runway condition measurement website using automated sensor data and implementing full graphical user and program interfaces. The site takes sensor data transmitted via GPRS telephone network and displays it geospatially using state-of-the-art mapping technology.
Richard has experience in a range of programming languages, database architecture, and design. He has a passion for programming and continuously looks for challenges to broaden and deepen his knowledge of Security Risk Analysis.
Whitney Brown, Business Analyst – Carriers
Whitney received her B.A. in English, Mathematics, and Philosophy from Vanderbilt University. After graduating, she worked as an investment banking analyst for Wells Fargo Securities' Aerospace and Defense Group. In that role, she provided financial and strategic advisory services for aerospace, defense, and government services companies by monitoring market and industry trends, evaluating competitive dynamics, and assessing the intrinsic value, pro forma valuation, and credit impact associated with various M&A and capital markets transactions. Whitney went on to pursue her Ph.D. in Philosophy at Duke University, where she wrote her dissertation on the influence of emotion on judgment and taught undergraduate courses on logic and applied ethics.
At Aviation Safety Technologies, Whitney focuses on business development and carrier client service, working with airlines to ensure that they receive the maximum value from the SafeLand and SafeScan reporting systems. She supports new clients throughout the implementation process and helps established clients reduce costs and inefficiencies by leveraging airport surface condition data to its fullest potential.
Charlie Kane, Marketing Designer & Producer
Charlie received his B.A. in Film Studies and Philosophy with an emphasis on Music Theory at Vanderbilt University, and has since developed a breadth of experience in the entertainment, insurance, aviation, and information systems industries.
After a stint at Sonic Fuel Studios, where he assisted Hollywood film composers with recording sessions and helped to coordinate studio operations, Charlie took a marketing research position at Step Solutions, an innovative company using technology to help insurance carriers transform the issuance and management of insurance policies. Here, he evaluated the industry's largest life, health, and medigap providers across a variety of metrics to determine business needs and market opportunities. While working at Step Solutions, Charlie enrolled in the Design Certificate program at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, where he is learning industry standard production software.
He currently serves as Marketing Designer and Producer at Aviation Safety Technologies and Conuity Software, a sister company. Working in tandem with the Marketing Director, Charlie integrates market research with product messaging to produce low-budget, high-value marketing materials that demonstrate a product's impact for clients in a clear, engaging, and informative manner.
Bob Francis
Bob is the former Vice Chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board, a position to which he was appointed by President Clinton in January 1995 and confirmed by the United States Senate. After joining the Safety Board, Bob was the senior NTSB official at a number of transportation accident investigations, including the explosion and crash of TWA Flight 800 off Long Island, New York and the crash of ValuJet Flight 592 in the Florida Everglades.
In addition to his accident investigation work, he is actively involved as a member of NASA's Aerospace Safety Advisory Panel and of the Flight Safety Foundation's ICARUS Committee, a group composed of worldwide aviation experts who gather informally to share ideas on reducing human error in the cockpit.
Prior to his appointment to the Safety Board, Bob served as Senior Representative for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in Western Europe and North Africa and was based in Paris, France. Representing the FAA Administrator, he worked extensively on aviation safety and security issues with U.S. and foreign air carriers, transportation governmental authorities, aircraft manufacturers, and airports.
Bob currently works out of Farragut International, LLC, a broad-based advocacy consultancy specializing in transportation and related issues.
Mike Glawe
Mike Glawe has over 40 years experience in the aviation industry. Mike graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point in 1970 with a degree in Aeronautical Engineering and was commissioned in the U.S. Air Force. Mike joined United Airlines in 1978 as a flight officer and has been a Captain since 1990. He also graduated from Law School and was admitted to the Illinois and DC bars in 1990. Mike was elected Chairman of the Air Line Pilots Association at United in 1996, representing over 10,000 pilots, and served on the United Airlines Board of Directors during the Employee Ownership of United (ESOP). He represented 26% of the voting stock of United and had responsibility for all aspects of airline operations. During this time United:
- Achieved the highest growth and greatest productivity and profitability in company history, successfully adding the equivalent of a new airline to its operations each year.
- Successfully negotiateda labor agreement ratified by over 98% of voting pilots, while retaining superior levels of service and operational integrity. Operational integrity produced superior year over year results.
- Participated in creation of the Star Alliance, the first major international airline alliance.
- Represented United and ALPA with governmental offices, local, state, national and international legislative bodies, and agencies including the FAA, NTSB and ICAO. He effectively redrafted national legislation impacting airline safety.
In 2000, Mike was elected as a Director Emeritus of United Airlines, and has continued to serve as a senior B-777 international Captain with extensive experience in worldwide operations. Mike also served as an engineering test pilot and configuration manager for Texas Instruments from 1981-1985. He was a member of the development team for the first Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) navigation system, and was part of the development team for the forward looking infrared (FLIR) systems and terrain following aircraft radar systems.
Hank Krakowski
Captain Hank Krakowski is CEO of the Conure Aviation Group, a global aviation consultancy service. Hank previously served as the Chief Operating Officer of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). As COO, he was responsible for all aspects of the US air traffic control system – operations, maintenance, financial performance, research, acquisition of new systems & equipment and planning for NEXTGEN, the air traffic control system of the future.
Hank came to the FAA from United Airlines where he spent nearly 30 years in a variety of flight and senior management positions. His last position was Vice President of Flight Operations, and he was previously United's Vice President of Corporate Safety, Security & Quality assurance. Hank has flown the Boeing 727, 737, 747 and Douglas DC-8, DC-9, and DC-10, as well as a variety of commuter and corporate turboprop and jet aircraft. He is also an experienced aircraft dispatcher and certified Airframe & Powerplant mechanic. He has a Master's degree in Business & Management and a Bachelor's degree in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering. Hank has served as co-chair of the Collier Trophy winning Commercial Aviation Safety Team, chair of the Star Alliance Safety Committee, and a member of the Airlines 4 America Safety and Operations Council.
Brian Chapman
Brian Chapman, Principle Engineer at ChapAero has joined AST to lead aircraft performance engineering solutions for compliance, development, and efficiency-related programs. Retired United Airlines Engineer, Brian was responsible for the development and application of aircraft performance programs for takeoff and landing gross weights, weight and balance, flight planning performance, mission analysis, and new airplane evaluations.
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Whole grain food recipes - Pancakes made from Rice and sesame
You whole grain diet with pancakes made from Rice and sesame
Whole grain foods are full of health benefits. For example, studies show that consuming whole grain foods can reduce the risk of heart diseases and it is recommended for people living with diabetes for healthier alternatives than normal foods. It is also idle for people who are looking to control their diet to lose weight. For this article, we will have about ten whole grain recipes. Each recipe will contain the proper cook and preparation time, the ingredients and instructions how to properly make the dishes and finally, we will discuss the nutritional value each dish carries. So enjoy these health whole grain recipe dishes and try out these recipes at home and serve your guests, friends and families.
What are whole grain foods:
Whole wheat flour , Brown rice, Popcorn, Whole oats, Whole-grain barley, Quinoa, Whole rye, Wild rice , Buckwheat etc
To make pancakes made from rice and sesame, you will first of all need 1.5 cups of all purpose flour, if you wish to use whole wheat pastry flour instead, that will work fine too. Next, take out about 1 tablespoon of baking powder along with 1 teaspoon of brown sugar. 2 large eggs should be next on your list along with 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt, which is fine grain, and 2.5 tablespoons of sesame seeds, which are toasted. Moving on, also keep with you zest of about a single lemon, 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin (toasted), 1/4 teaspoon of ground cayenne and 1 sheet of nori, which is carefully toasted and crunchy. Lastly, grab 2 cups or nearly 490 ml of milk, 1/4 cup of butter (not salted), 1/8 teaspoon of sesame oil (toasted) and 2 cups of brown rice, which are cooked. This completes the entire set of ingredients for your whole grain recipe.
Instructions (How to make whole grain food)
- Now that we have explained to you what you need to make the rice and sesame pancakes, we will move on to discuss how to make delicious whole-grain pancakes out of the described ingredients. To begin, grab a large plastic bowl and add flour to it. After you have added the flour, add the following as well: baking powder, salt to taste, sesame seeds, some lemon zest, cumin, baking powder and finally cayenne. After this has been done, take the nori and crush and crumble it in to small flecks and add them in to the bowl with your hands. Next take a stirrer or a simple spatula and stir together all the ingredients in the bowl under they are properly mixed together. Put this bowl aside for a while.
- Next grab another large plastic bowl and start to add the following ingredients: eggs, butter, sesame oil and finally, milk. Once these ingredients are inside the bowl, take a wisk from the kitchen and blend them together. Now you will have two bowls with two set of ingredients mixed together. In the next step, mix the ingredients of each of the bowls and wisk them together in one. Now take the rice and add them to the mixture and you will have a complete set of ingredients neatly mixed together in one bowl. But a important reminder, do not mix the rice that you just added, just let them be in the bowl. Now towards the final step, take a pan in which you are suppose to make the pancakes and heat it medium-hot. Smear it with butter or oil. After the pan is appropriately hot, pour about one-third cup of the mixture at one time in to the pan. Cook your pancakes according to the color you usually prefer, a little advice is to wait until either side is deep golden color. Enjoy your delicio
Nutrition value
Pancakes made from Rice and sesame are made to keep in mind that any person eating it would end up with a healthy version of their traditional favorite dish of pancakes with maple syrup. This recipe contains a special treat for whole-wheat dieters. This particular recipe serves 12 pancakes and should be considered as a low calorie meal containing close to 300 calorie and even less if made with less butter and more fat free alternatives. Secondly, the meal also has low cholesterol content, which means it has close 20 mg of cholesterol and sometimes even less, as mentioned above if it is made with further fat free alternatives. Pancakes made from Rice and sesame are a low fat meal as they contain roughly 3g total fat content in the entire serving. Finally, it has carbohydrates content of 50 g or less. This whole grain recipe is highly nutritious and impressively delicious.
|Nutrition Facts
|Serving size: 2
|Calories from Fat
|% Daily Value *
|Fat 3 g
|Carbohydrates 50 g
|* The Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet, so your values may change depending on your calorie needs. The values here may not be 100% accurate because the recipes have not been professionally evaluated nor have they been evaluated by the U.S. FDA.
To summarize this meal, Pancakes made from Rice and sesame recipe is a healthy whole-wheat diet alternative to the traditional pancakes served with maple syrup. They are much healthier alternative then their more traditional counterpart, as they have low fat, low calorie and low cholesterol in them. Rice and sesame pancakes can be added to the diet of someone who is looking to lose weight or simply trying to stay in good health. They are perfect for people who only prefer to eat whole-wheat products. You can make them at home by mixing together ingredients, and frying them until they are golden brown. One last thing never consume hot food its bad for health makes you eat more in very less time and not good for any type of diet plan.


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Last week I shared a story with you about a little shih tzu that was hit by a car on Rogers Lane while chasing cars. Lucky for this little guy a soldier by the name of Zac Roberts happened to be on that same highway when this little pup was hit. He was able to get the dog to the Lawton Animal Shelter and they were able to help get him to a vet. You can read the beginning of the story HERE.
I have been keeping updated on this little guy that has been named "Lawton-Lucky" and here is what I have learned.
Because of a caring soul named Sharleen Gehers , Lawton-Lucky (Lucky) was transported to The Lone Star Shih Tzu & Lhaso Apso Rescue in Houston. Teresa Osborn, Executive Director of the LSSTLAR, has been keeping me updated through emails and Facebook. The cost for his care was skyrocketing and a plea went out on Petcaring.com to help raise the funds to get him the medical care he needed. The power of social media continues to amaze me, within a few short days over $8,700 was raised to help Lucky out. According to Teresa, all those funds were going to be needed. If there was any money left the money would be distributed to other dogs they are currently caring for at the shelter.
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I am humbled and amazed by the outpouring of support and well wishes that came from all over the country. You can find out more about the free fundraising website PetCaring.com by visiting their website. It is perfect for anyone looking to raise funds for animals including; humane societies, animal rescue, non-profits, service animals, pet owners and more. There is no fee for starting a fundraising effort. It was created for individuals and groups wanting to raise funds for our furry friends in need. I wish I would have known about this service when I was caring for my horse Nicki!
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Three forces have joined together in the battle against breast cancer – Fulton Homes, 98.7 The Peak, and Sheriff Joe Arpaio, all uniting for a good cause. Throughout the month of October, Peak listeners are encouraged to benefit the Susan G. Komen Foundation by purchasing a pair of Sheriff Joe's legendary pink boxers.
The Sheriff is notorious for making inmates wear pink underwear as a method to control inventory. Ironically, these boxers have created quite a demand among the public and Fulton Homes has channeled proceeds towards a good cause. Sheriff Joe will be signing this limited edition novelty item; date and location will be announced soon.
"This detrimental disease is unfortunately on the rise," noted Douglas Fulton, CEO of Fulton Homes. "Fulton Homes is committed to standing behind the battle against breast cancer and supporting the search for a cure."
Sheriff Joe Arpaio adds, "I am proud to support this wonderful organization and encourage people to take action by buying a pair of pink boxers."
Proceeds from pink boxers customarily assist The Maricopa County Youth Assistance Foundation (YAF), a non-profit organization which supports programs that prevent youth violence and promotes social development, good role models, and positive interaction with law enforcement.
Breast cancer is on the rise: It is estimated that about 192,370 new cases of breast cancer will be diagnosed in American women in 2009. According to the Susan G. Komen Foundation, in 1975 the incidence of breast cancer was 107 per 100,000 for white women and 94 per 100,000 for black women. Thirty years later in 2005, the number of new cases per year had risen to 126 per 100,000 for white women and 114 per 100,000 for black women. Purchasing a pink boxer assists in finding a cure for this deadly disease, as well as bringing awareness to breast cancer prevention.To purchase Sheriff Joe's limited edition pink boxer shorts and contribute to a good cause, please visit http://phxsgk.mediawebconnect.


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Born in Belarus in 1893, Chaïm Soutine was confronted with unimaginable, in part religious opposition to his desire to become an artist. The decision to study art in Vilna showed great daring and courage. His path took him to Paris in 1913, the capital of the European avant-garde. Like many Jewish newcomers from Eastern Europe, Soutine initially found refuge in the sociotope of the studio residence, La Ruche, and later at the Cité Falguière, where he worked alongside such artists as Chagall, Modigliani and Jacques Lipchitz. Beyond this small circle, Soutine led a largely isolated life.
The exhibition comprises some 60 works by Soutine, one point of departure of being the works of the Im Obersteg Collection on permanent loan to the Kunstmuseum Basel. Insightful juxtapositions with paintings by Soutine's friends – Modigliani, Chagall, or Utrillo – and artists like Picasso, Braque or Munch highlight the artistic context of Soutine's oeuvre.
Soutine was quite indifferent to one of the greatest achievements of modernism, the freedom of subject matter; he maintained an unwavering, lifelong devotion to the triad of still life, landscape and portrait. There is, in fact, not a single subject in Soutine's art for which one could not find a 17th-century model. It almost seems as if art historically sanctioned genres afforded him the security that he needed in order to venture into uncharted territory as a painter. Perhaps this explains why some connoisseurs can be less than enthusiastic about his oeuvre.


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"When we are in love we seem to ourselves quite different from what we were before."
--Blaise Pascal
This site is a listing of quotations I have found as inspiring, intriguing, intuitive, unique, insightful, and thought provoking. Hopefully, you will find them the same.
Search by Author or word or topic in search box at the top of the page, or by categories below. Also, if you want quotes with PICTURES, just put the term 'picture' in the search box.
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Quirky Fashion Ideas Celebs Experimented Which Looked Cool
Celebrity fashion is often innovative, timeless and elegant. Most of the A-list superstars have signature looks that are easy to replicate, but which don't make your heart jump a beat. But luckily, we also got the quirksters. These are the people who have a style of their own – a unique and fun way to dress up. Whilst not every quirky fashion idea is worth your focus, we've rounded up the celebrity experiments that worked. (image from: Giulia Mannini for Design SCENE Magazine by Dennison Bertram)
Lampshading fits the quirky celebrity trend well; it's funny and stylish at the same time. Lampshading refers to the look where you were a pair of over-the-knee boots with a board hemline. The hemline should reach right above the top of the shoes.
Who's responsible for bringing this look to the wider public? Unsurprisingly it was the Kardashian-Jenner clan. They've often pair tall boots with sweatshirt dresses. But it's not just the Kardashian-Jenner's that are at it; Kate Moss is also a big supporter of lampshading.
If you'd like to try lampshading this spring, find cool boots at JustFab and get your oversized sweaters from Pretty Little Things.
Monochrome by Linda Leitner for DESIGN SCENE
Black and White
The classic colour combination can be quite a quirky look. It's best used by combining different geometrical patterns with stylish cuts. For example, a staid uniform of black and white can look astonishingly fresh and yet timeless.
The master of black and white look is definitely Janelle Monae. But other big names like Kristen Stewart and Ashley Benson have also been spotted in beautiful monochrome looks. Little Black Dress is definitely a shop to check for recreating a monochrome look. You could also check out different black and white designs at H&M.
'Ugly' Platform Shoes
Now whether or not you find the platform shoes ugly or not, the chunky new design has definitely caught the attention of the fashion world. Big brands like Birkenstocks and Adidas created their own chunky platform shoes and celebrities have fallen in love with this quirky look.
Miranda Kerr has often paired her 'ugly' platform shoes with a laid-back dress. She also likes to keep the colours synchronized, often choosing an elegant white as her go-to colour.
Get your platform shoes from shops such as Zalando, Missguided and Schuh.
Spirit of Now by Antoine Larochelle & Rima Chahine for DESIGN SCENE
Brightly Coloured Hair
The days are gone for blonde hair being the favourite colour among celebrities. Quirky hairstyles have taken over and celebs have turned bright pinks and neon blues into adorable and rather elegant look.
First, you naturally have to mention Katy Perry, who's had more bright colours than you can remember. Then there's Nicki Minaj. It's fine to name extravagant singers, but have other celebs taken this trend? Well, last summer actress Jenny McCarthy sported a quirky pink hair!
If you don't want to spend money on colouring your hair at the hairdressers, you could find discount hair colours at Boots. Blue Banana website is specialized in bright hair colours, so it's worth checking out.
Almost Naked Dresses
Celebrities have always liked to flaunt their talents – we mean skin – and the previous year has seen plenty of quirky dresses in this category. The almost naked dresses can at first glance seem unappealing and tasteless, but many of them are actually rather elegant and good.
Beyonce's sparkling dress in the Met Gala on May last year was breathtakingly extravagant and cool. Jennifer Lopez also wore a glamorous red dress that left little to your imagination. Perhaps the quirkiest dress of them all was Nicky Hilton's white dress with strategically placed sheer panels!
While it's hard to get your hands on a diamond dress such as Beyonce's outfit, you can add this look to your wardrobe. Most retailers have stunning collections of revealing evening dresses. Check out Miss Selfridge and Pink Boutique, for which there are great voucher codes available at VoucherBin to save more on your shopping.
Playful Pins
Something a bit easier to copy on your everyday look would be the quirky pin trend. Celebrities are including fun clothing pins in their shirts, jackets and dresses. The pins come in a variety of different designs, making it an easy accessory to include to your look whether you are a hippy or a tomboy.
Actress Carey Mulligan included a number of quirky clothing pins to her light blue suit at the 2015 ELLE Women in Hollywood Awards. Male celebrities have also sported the trend. Pharell Williams, for example, has been a frontrunner in creating this quirky look.
You can find pins from websites such as Pintrill. They are often also available at accessory stores like Pink Boutique and Accessorize which is also quite a massive store chain. Celebrities can sometimes be boring with their style or a little too outrageous. But occasionally they find that sweet spot of fun and stylish, which is great to copy.
Let us know about your favourite quirky celebrity fashion ideas in the comments!


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Italian cosmetic products are recognized throughout the world for their quality, innovation and 'Made in Italy' excellence. In lieu to this, the Italian Trade Agency, is organizing a sponsored delegation for selected Indian buyers to a Cosmetic workshop that will be held in Taipei, Taiwan on the 17th & 18th of January 2018.
This initiative is designed to showcase the innovation and excellence of Italian Cosmetic manufacturing companies specifically designed for the Asian Pacific buyers and distributors from India, China, Japan, South Korea, Vietnam, Singapore, Thailand and Indonesia.
A total of 13 Italian manufacturing companies will be exhibiting their products at this workshop. Cosmetic products ranging from hair care, skin care, color cosmetic, fragrances, soaps and shower gels, sun care and much more will be showcased at this Workshop. The Italian Trade Agency will schedule individual B2B meetings based on the Indian delegate's specific interests and requests as communicated.


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A U.S. debt default would create significant confusion and uncertainty in financial markets and could prove as catastrophic as the failure of Lehman Brothers in 2008, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) said in a new report.
Lawmakers in the U.S. side-stepped a debt default at the 11th eleventh hour in October and brought an end to prolonged negotiations over raising the debt ceiling. But talks are set to resume in the new year with the debt ceiling extended until February 7 and funding approved until January 15.
"An outright default would have extremely severe effects" the OECD said in the report, released on Tuesday.
"It would be likely to create large confusion and uncertainty in financial markets given the importance of U.S. government bond rates in pricing financial instruments worldwide and the widespread use of U.S. government bonds as collateral in many financial operations, and trigger a systemic flight to liquidity that could prove as catastrophic and costly as that in the day following the Lehman failure in 2008."
Even the possibility of an outright default would unsettle financial markets worldwide, and damage confidence, the OECD said, calling for the scrapping of the nominal debt ceiling altogether, so that the borrowing implied by budgets and resolutions passed by Congress is authorized automatically.
(Read More: US fiscal 'fiasco' biggest threat for 2014: Nomura)
In another scenario, it predicted that if the lawmakers couldn't reach an agreement on the debt ceiling and an extension was not an option, it would have "large adverse effects on the stability and growth of the world economy."
"A failure to raise the debt ceiling would likely be accompanied by a severe deterioration in financial conditions, with significant declines in equity prices worldwide, a higher term premium on U.S. government debt and, possibly, a worldwide rise in risk aversion." it said.
It estimates that even in the absence of adverse financial effects, a contraction of at least 4 percent of GDP (gross domestic product) in federal spending would be required to achieve a balanced budget. The U.S. economy would be pushed into recession immediately, with large negative spillover effects on other economies and substantive disinflationary pressures, it added.
"If, as most likely, the expenditure reduction was accompanied by deteriorating financial conditions, the consequences for the global economy would be much more severe, with a contraction of at least 5 percent of GDP in federal spending required for a balanced budget. The OECD as a whole would be in recession, with more than an additional 5 million people becoming unemployed," it said.


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Burkert Fluid Control Systems is expanding its line of modular measuring and control instruments with versatile multiCELL transmitters/controllers, suitable for use with different sensor types.
Able to be adapted to different applications, the MultiCell multichannel transmitter/controller can be used for measuring flow rate, pH, ORP or conductivity.
Burkert Fluid Control Systems' multiCELL multichannel transmitter/controller is a complete and highly versatile analysis measuring system for a wide range of applications, including water treatment, foodstuffs and pharmaceuticals.
These multichannel transmitters/controllers are full-featured basic modular units which feature functions that can be individually enhanced as required by adding hardware and software.
The basic unit is supplied equipped with:
- large backlit display
- user-friendly softkey controls
- two digital and frequency inputs
- direct connections for various sensor types
- two digital and two analogue outputs.
With the multiCELL multichannel transmitter/controller, users pay only for the features they actually require. Since the multiCELL enables use of a standard transmitter type for different applications, such as analysis measuring technology for pH and conductivity, or flow rate measurement, the costs for employee training and warehousing of different variants are also reduced.
These transmitters/controllers are ideal for multi-variable measurements in combination with multichannel control functions, as well as use as a data logger.
Key facts and data on Burkert Fluid Control Systems' new multiCELL multichannel transmitters/controllers include:
- large graphic display with backlighting
- mainboard with power supply, 2 digital inputs, 2 digital outputs and 2 analogue outputs
- modular expansion with up to 6 I/O boards
- flow rate measurement via pulse input
- integrated temperature compensation for analytical measurements
- integrated test function for all I/Os
- storage of calibration and min/max values via SD card slot
- multipoint data logger with storage on SD card
- intuitive, user-friendly control via softkeys
- expansion through optional software packages:
- flow rate measurement parallel to analytical measurement PID control
- data logger
- dosing of chemicals
- concentration tables for selected fluids.


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AlphaNow highlighted yesterday that all nine S&P 500 technology companies that reported Q3 earnings last week (October 11 through October 17) delivered earnings beats.
Technology sectors snapshots
Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (NYSE:AMD) declared EPS of $0.04 and revenue of $1.46B that beat estimates by $0.02 and $0.05B respectively. The company's graphics business took up the slack from its PC processor division which is seeing a slowdown.
Semiconductors manufacturer Intel Corporation (NASDAQ:INTC) reported EPS of $0.58 and revenue of $13.48B that beat consensus forecasts by $0.05 and $0.01B respectively. The company recorded an increase in sales of data center chips like servers and storage, which offset the decline in PC unit sales and PC consumer demand in the emerging markets.
Internet major Yahoo! Inc. (NASDAQ:YHOO) reported EPS of $0.34 that surpassed estimates by $0.01. However, revenue of $1.08B was off estimates by $0.01B. The company appears to have gained a handle on the losses in its core business, but shares have been driven by the wealth effect from its holdings in Alibaba.com, which is likely to go public in the near future.
E-commerce biggie eBay Inc (NASDAQ:EBAY) delivered a $0.01 beat on its EPS which was $0.64. However, revenue of $3.89B failed to meet expectations by $0.01B. The company delivered soft guidance saying the macro environment was lackluster and the U.S. market was somewhat soft.
Google Inc (NASDAQ:GOOG) reported EPS of $10.74 that beat estimates handsomely by $0.37, and revenue of $14.89B that was ahead by $0.05B. The stock shot past the magical $1,000 number. The company reported robust growth in paid clicks that made up for softness in ad prices.
SanDisk Corporation (NASDAQ:SNDK) declared EPS of $1.59 and revenue of $1.63B that beat the Street by $0.27 and $0.06b respectively. The company reported solid demand for its SSD hard drives, particularly for mobile applications, led to a robust performance. Its earnings growth was 231% year-on-year. The company also issued optimistic Q4 guidance.
Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ:NFLX) reported Q3 EPS of $0.52, surpassing analysts' forecasts by $0.03 though revenues were in-line with estimates at $1.1B. The company reported strong subscriber growth in the U.S. and guided above estimates for Q4.
Can techs keep up this torrid pace?
AlphaNow says that the main companies where growth was expected have already reported, and hence the results this week may disappoint when compared to the stellar show last week.
Tailpiece: Techonolgy sector valuations still attractive, says Citi
Here's an interesting viewpoint from Citi Research. According to Citi, the IT sector stands out as full of promise considering various valuation approaches. An analysis of the sector using both trailing and forward P/E ratios shows that both are currently at multi-year lows, and in that respect have not kept pace with the multiple expansion witnessed in other sectors.


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In The Box
- 3 x Warming Gels: Full, 1/2, and 1/4 CTO
- 3 x Cooling Gels: Full, 1/2, and 1/4 CTB
- 4 x Colored Gels: Red, Yellow, Blue, and Green
- 0.6 Neutral Density Gel
- Frosted 1 Stop Diffuser Gel
Product Features
The Strobo Gel Starter Kit from Lastolite is a light modification system that will provide the basics for customizing an on-camera shoe-mounted flash. The Strobo Gel Starter Kit features the Direct to Flashgun Bracket and a gel holder. The kit also features a gel set with three CTO gels, three CTB gels, a 0.6 neutral density gel, a frosted 1-stop diffuser gel, and four colored gels.
This kit utilizes the Direct to Flashgun Bracket to attach directly to your flash's head. Once attached, magnetic connection points provide quick mount/dismount access for light-modification accessories.
The holders keep gels securely placed in front of your flash and the variety of supplied gels allows for creativity with the quality, power, and color of the light.


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West Sussex, Little High Street, Shoreham-by-Sea, BN43 5EG
13th January 2018 at 20:30
First Barnstormers Comedy show of 2018, and we're slightly out of the usual loop insofar as we're on the second Saturday of the month; a great way to see in the new year, nonetheless. As ever, a fabulous Barnstormers Comedy MC will be on hand to introduce three more great acts from the London Comedy Circuit and beyond. Tonight, they are: the delightfully engaging Danny Ward, 'He throws in sneaky puns and well-hidden one-liners that reward the attentive listener without alienating anyone that missed them. It's clever stuff' - Chortle; tremendously silly physical comedian Addy Van Der Borgh 'Addy's excellent. His flights of fancy and gentle manner are a brilliant combination' - Time Out; and the wonderfully offbeat Markus BIrdman. , 'Birdman is the all-round package; witty, controversial, hip, topical, silly. A master of timing and physical comedy, he made me laugh so hard it hurt' - BBC.


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Though staying true to his roots, Tom Phillips is not a man to sit idle.
Following thirty years of making music and seven studio albums, Tom has once again added to his portfolio with a new sound on his latest album, Plastic Machine. The album represents an evolution in Tom's sound, yet still remains genuine to the craft he has been practising over the entire course of his career.
"Plastic Machine" reunites Tom with producer Lorrie Matheson (producer of Tom's critically-acclaimed album, Mr. Superlove).
Tom has performed countless shows over the years all across the country with The Men of Constant Sorrow. However, it was at local favourite venue The Blues Can that he came together with other musicians to create the DT's (Difficult Transitions), the perfect group to compliment his new sound.
The band consists of Tim Leacock on bass and vocals, Ian Grant on drums, Geoff Brock on guitar and the Zadravec Sisters, Shaye and Sydney, on guitars and background vocals.
Tom Phillips and the D.T.'s perform their high-energy brand of music each Tuesday night at the "Blues Can" on the music mile in Inglewood.


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Saturday, February 03, 2007
6 comments:
- Marissa said...
That's an awesome picture.
- February 03, 2007 7:36 p.m.
- Crazy Eddie said...
ONE MORE DAY!!! I'm not even a hardcore Prince fan yet I feel excited and giddy for ya...
That really is an awesome picture.
PS. I finally saw Barbarella..LOL.
- February 03, 2007 7:42 p.m.
- maya said...
I dont think they show it here :(
- February 04, 2007 3:15 a.m.
- Tru said...
I've enver seeen the superbowl and a let this slip to a car full fo ym guy friends on thursday nite, needless to say they were in shock,lol
- February 04, 2007 7:05 a.m.
- S said...
Normally i am not one to watch the superbowl, or even the half time for that metter, but who knows, i might check it out this year...
- February 04, 2007 8:43 a.m.
love that picture!!! And all of the ones on PITNB.
woot for the superbowl
- February 04, 2007 9:32 a.m.
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Express buses in Brooklyn operate from Mill Basin, Canarsie, Sheepshead Bay and Gerritsen Beach to midtown and downtown Manhattan via Church Street and Madison Avenue. Services also run from Spring Creek to midtown Manhattan via Madison Avenue, and from Bay Ridge and Sea Gate to downtown and midtown Manhattan
Web.MTA.info offers full timetables for each Brooklyn express bus route. Click Schedules on the MTA homepage, and navigate to Brooklyn under New York City Bus. Scroll down to Express Routes under Brooklyn Bus Schedules and click a route to view the current timetable as a PDF file.
To view the Brooklyn bus map detailing all bus routes including the express service, click Maps from the homepage and select Brooklyn (Service Guide) under New York City Bus. The map highlights express bus routes in green.