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Future classics: 11 Suzuki Vitara (1st generation)
publication date: Dec 13, 2013
author/source: Kim Henson
The case could be made – justifiably – that the Vitara was the original compact 'Sport Utility Vehicle' (SUV). However, the beginnings of this particular story date back to previous Suzukis, so please excuse me if, to set the scene, I digress backwards a little…
The company has long been synonymous with excelling at producing small cars, and, applying a masterstroke of sensible thinking, in 1970 launched the 'Lightweight Jimny (LJ) 4x4'. This was intended to provide buyers with a small, affordable 'leisure' vehicle with real, effective all-terrain capabilities.
It was necessary for the vehicle to comply with the Japanese legal definition of a 'small' car, so it needed to be less than 3.2 metres (about 10 feet 6 inches) long, and had to make do with an engine having a capacity of no more than 360cc.
The result was a small, light in weight but capable all wheel drive vehicle, powered by a 24 bhp two cylinder, two stroke engine.
Development of this vehicle led to the more powerful LJ 80 of 1977, with a 40 bhp, 767cc four cylinder motor, and in due course to the 45 bhp, 1.0 litre SJ 410 of 1982.
In 1985, for the renamed 'Samurai' (SJ), the engine capacity grew again, this time to 1.3 litres, and output increased to 64 bhp.
From personal experience in undertaking comparative road tests at this time, including some very challenging 'soft surface' driving at military training grounds, I can confirm that the off-road performance of the compact all wheel drive Suzukis of this era was (and remains) highly impressive. This was the case even against some potentially more sophisticated four wheel drive vehicles, and was perhaps even more surprising when taking into account the relatively small size and modest asking prices of Suzuki's models.
For many buyers, the main aspect in need of improvement for general use on tarmac was power output, although the 1.3 litre models were considerably more lively than the earlier 1.0 litre models.
In addition to their effectiveness in difficult ground conditions, and when towing boats (etc.) the firm's all wheel drive models were increasingly seen as 'cool' and fun to own by the growing numbers of younger buyers looking for an affordable leisure vehicle.
Enter the Vitara. Just 3.57 metres (approximately 11 feet 8.4 inches) long, the smartly-styled three door newcomer offered much improved performance, courtesy of a 1.6 litre engine developing 80 bhp. The theoretical top speed of the new model was around 90 mph (having passed the 60 mph mark in approximately 14.5 seconds from a standing start). In everyday use this translated to much more eagerness from the motor, especially noticeable when accelerating off the line, and when hillclimbing.
Commentators and buyers found that the Vitara handled well on tarmac. Its off-road credentials gave contemporary rivals a run for their money too, with on-demand four wheel drive and reduction (low range) gearing helping to tame difficult terrain.
By mid-1989 two body styles were offered in Britain (where initially the designation was Vitara JLX); a three door hard top and a soft top convertible, complete with a roll bar which helped in terms of rigidity in off-road driving, as well as for safety reasons, in the event of a roll-over incident.
In December 1989 a 'Special Equipment' version was introduced in the U.K, featuring aluminium alloy wheels and power-assisted steering.
The improved formula for Suzuki's compact four wheel drive models proved to be popular with customers, and by 1989 some 64,000 Vitaras had found homes around the world.
The line-up developed further over the next few years, with an aluminium, 136 bhp 2.0 litre V6 petrol motor being offered from January 1995, and a year later a turbocharged, 71 bhp 2.0 litre four cylinder diesel engine provided a further option giving much improved fuel consumption (plus bags of low speed torque – 172 Nm or 127 lb.ft. at just 2,000 rpm).
The boldly-styled, well-equipped two seater Vitara X-90 was introduced at the 1995 Frankfurt Motor Show, and was seen as a futuristic, fun car. It was especially notable for its removable 'T' profile two-piece glass roof (which could be stowed on board when dismounted), its 97 bhp power unit, sports seats and uprated suspension.
The larger, second generation Grand Vitara was revised in most departments, and arrived in 1998 (a new three door variant soon followed). The model continued to attract buyers looking for a capable, reliable, practical four wheel drive machine.
By this time, the Vitara had become the best-selling four wheel drive vehicle in Europe, with more than 310,000 examples having been sold between 1988 and 1997.
Incidentally, in its home market of Japan, the Vitara was known as the 'Escudo', while in the U.S.A. it was designated 'Sidekick'.
Rugged, reliable, fun to drive and increasingly seen as desirable as a classic vehicle.

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200g Vinyl Double LP! Mastered From Original Master Tapes By Doug Sax with Gavin Lurssen at Mastering Lab! Pressed at Quality Record Pressings! One of the best-recorded, best-sounding female jazz vocal performances! Over the past decade, new talents such as Cassandra Wilson, Patricia Barber and Holly Cole have redefined the world of female jazz vocals. Cole's Temptation, a 1995 Blue Note release, is her musical tribute to the writings of Tom Waits. Besides being a superb audiophile recording (perfect in every production detail, from the rendering of Cole's amazing voice to the incredibly natural sound captured by producer Craig Street's team), this album has garnered kudos for her interpretation of Waits' unique compositions. Now hear how the Analogue Productions' 200-gram LP reissue makes this standout album even stronger! Doug Sax at the Mastering Lab, assisted by Gavin Lurssen remastered the 33 1/3 recording that gives Cole's vocals richer detail and greater body. Premium pressing by Quality Record Pressings provides flawless reproduction against a super-silent background for pure listening enjoyment. Lastly, top it off with a Stoughton Printing old-style tip-on jacket and this disc is a sure winner. A great addition to your jazz collection. Standout tracks include a catchy version of "Jersey Girl," which made it onto a number of radio playlists, and a rendition of "The Briar and the Rose," augmented by the Canadian Brass. Also included are "Take Me Home," "Train Song," "Temptation," "Falling Down," "Invitation to the Blues," "Frank's Theme," "Little Boy Blue," "I Don't Wanna Grow Up," "Tango 'til They're Sore," "The Heart of Saturday Night," "Soldier's Things," "I Want You" and "Good Old World." Features: • 200 Gram Vinyl • 33 1/3 rpm Speed LP • Mastered From Original Master Tapes By Doug Sax with Gavin Lurssen at Mastering Lab • Plated & Pressed at Quality Record Pressings • Old-style tip-on jacket by Stoughton Printing Selections: 1. Take Me Home 2. Train Song 3. Jersey Girl 4. Temptation 5. Falling Down 6. Invitation To The Blues 7. Cinny's Waltz 8. Frank's Theme 9. Little Boy Blue 10. I Don't Wanna Grow Up 11. Tango Til They're Sore 12. (Looking For) The Heart of Saturday Night 13. Soldiers Things 14. I Want You 15. Good Old World 16. The Briar And The Rose 17. Shiver Me Timbers 18. (Looking For) The Heart of Saturday Night 19. Last Rose of Summer


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Dumbarton 0-1 Alloa Athletic
Posted in Dumbarton FC at 12:00 on 15 May 2018
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SPFL Tier 2 Play-off Final, Second Leg, The Rock, 13/5/18.
Well; we all knew that the good times wouldn't last forever.
Yet for 93 minutes of this we were still a Tier 2 team.
Then all of a sudden no longer. That it was such a scruffy goal only put the knife in even more.
But after that I knew it was hopeless. Our defensive substitutions meant that there was no way we would be conjuring a goal in extra time. Our only hope was hanging on for penalties and that was unlikely given the momentum was against us and Alloa would be lifted and us deflated.
And the final nail in the coffin was driven in by an ex-Son in Jordan Kirkpatrick. Cracking goal though.
If only….
Kevin Nisbet had directed his header downwards more – or even to the near post rather than back across the keeper….
Andy Stirling had kept that rebound chance down instead of skying it….
Liam Burt had taken the ball for a walk to the corner flag instead of trying to score in injury time….
Alloa had scored from that double chance in the first, not the last minute. We'd have had to come out a bit and at least try to score. Froxy might even have been given a run-out….
We'd made the most of our breaks up the park in the second half last Wednesday….
Craig Barr hadn't been suspended again. Dougie Hill looked much less comfortable than he did against Arbroath and Andy Dowie seemed affected too….
We actually had a striker….
Manager Stevie Aitken was not so wedded to defensive tactics….
It was a game too far really. We looked leggy and inhibited. All those catch-up games and the Challenge Cup run had taken their toll.
And so the great adventure comes to an end after six years.
Back to proper football grounds again next season. Ones where you can stand, not sit, that you can walk round to the other end at half-time, where you're not stuck in a wee corner of the main stand. (New Broomfield, Stark's Park and possibly Ochilview excepted.*)
We've had seven promotions in my lifetime. And now eight relegations.
I wonder how long it will be before we get promoted again.
And from which division.
*Edited to add:- and New Bayview. I'd forgotten it's a one stand effort like ours at the Rock. Only the Angus grounds for the old-style experience, then. I can't see me making it down to Stranraer.
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Go to an elevator spot, then turn arround 40 degrees and press K or I if you cant stand up, press U to make you mouse sensity very low then lower the angle and press the other key (K or I).
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The usuall way copy the code at the end into your cfg or download it, extract, and paste the elevator.cfg into your main folder then type into you console : /exec elevator.cfg
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There is a terrible and growing mess all over our front steps—orange shreds of pumpkin flesh and hundreds of strewn seeds. I should take a broom to it.
I've watched the demolition of our Halloween pumpkin at the mercy of the deft claws and razored teeth of squirrels. It's taken them days to get a breakthrough but at last this morning they, spelling one another, get all the way through to the juiciest innards. The chow line forms. I grab for the digital and click away through the storm door. My favorite photo shows the tail end of one of the gray scavengers whose front body is completely submerged inside the pumpkin. She looks up every once in a while, sometimes to sniff— raised ears alert, eyes darting around, head aswivel, and sometimes to sit on her haunches and nibble to satiation, cheeks flapping, tiny jaws moving faster than she can fly from branch to branch—and that's fast.
As for me these silly gray rodents are my kind of gurus. A guru is a remover of darkness. The usual image of a guru is someone who embodies tranquility, evokes and emits energy from a still point at the center of the cosmos, a point that encompasses all things and also roosts in individual souls, a point called divine. A guru in any religious tradition is a wise soul who can teach you how to live happily in spite of it all.
My squirrels don't fit the bill. But they teach me this: be diligent after that which will feed you; pursue your passions working in teams; be watchful for dangers but do not let your fear keep you at bay for too long; when you have a breakthrough savor it, then share its juices; do not overeat; spit out pitts or other indigestibles; if you make a mess do it with joy; return often to visit the holy place.
I've felt dismal today, worried about many things. My gurus have lifted my darkness. I'm grateful. Maybe tomorrow they will topple the pumpkin and have a community Thanksgiving banquet.
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Unit proposal coordinators will need time to help prepare proposals for review and approval from OGCA before submission to the sponsor. The following information can help everyone plan for a successful submission. OGCA will always make every effort to submit a proposal in coordination with the unit and the PI.
In an effort to support collaborations and simplify unit workflow, OGCA reviews proposals piece-by-piece as the final elements become available for final review and endorsement. This is done in the event that a unit is unable to provide a complete and final submission package at the time final review and endorsement. This provides the unit and PI the flexibility to continue to work on the remaining pieces without delaying final review.
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When submitting via electronic systems such as Grants.gov, NSF FastLane, NASA NSPIRES, etc., the system marks certain issues with warnings and errors. Even if the items are not errors, it could prevent the proposal from being validated. With the proper time allowed, it is possible to give units the option and time to review and correct any items that the system marks as warnings. OGCA will then submit the proposal. This level of service is only available for proposals that arrive at OGCA with the full, five-day review window.
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What if the sponsor deadline is 11:59 pm EST? That means we have until 7:59 pm Alaska time.
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Dr. Rakish Rana describes himself as a Clear Coach and is a professional mentor.
He has over 16 years' experience (and counting!) in dealing with high end clientele in the high-pressured world of Investment Banking. He loves reading (lots of) books, enjoys English, Hindi and Punjabi movies and just switching off from the world, as well as being a round the clock dad and husband. As our guest columnist Dr Rana gives us an insight into business lessons and Bollywood. Yes that's not a typo, we are deadly serious we're talking business lessons with Salman Khan. Read on…..
I really do love Bollywood movies. I've previously talked about how watching Bollywood movies can be very motivational (you can read more on my blog www.theclearcoach.com) A Bollywood movie none more so than the latest blockbuster from Salman Khan; Bajrangi Bhaijaan (currently the second highest grossing movie in India of all time). A movie about a man (affectionately known as Bajrangi Bhaijaan with Salman Khan playing the titular character) with a magnanimous spirit, who tries to take a lost young mute Pakistani girl back to her homeland to reunite her with her family. It's taken me a while to get round to watching it, and I'm so happy I did.
It had the usual Bollywood feel good factor, friendship, comedy, romance, the obligatory song and dance routines (my favourite, the 'Chicken Song' which I'll leave for another blog), the hero defeating baddies and rescuing a damsel in distress (in this case a six year old mute girl), tear-jerker scenes and the happy ending that one expects from a Bollywood movie. The movie ran me through the whole gamut of emotions.
"The purpose of human life is to serve, and to show compassion and the will to help others" – Albert Schweitzer
Reflecting back on it I found myself thinking of Bajrangi's journey throughout the movie and that of an entrepreneur growing a business. In fact, my own journey in growing my coaching practice resonated immensely.
Below I've picked out key moments in Bajrangi's journey during the movie and how I believe they relate to that of an entrepreneur or anyone starting out on a new venture:
- Have an idea – Bajrangi's initial thought was to ensure that Munni (the young mute girl) was reunited with her parents. He didn't know how this was going to happen or who would do it, but he just thought that this needed to be done. We all have seeds of an idea which we look to grow, but it's knowing which ones to really go after. As with Bajrangi it can be part of your nature or it can be your passion or just that 'gut feeling'.
- Learn from failure – Bajrangi searched for Munni's parents, spoke with the police, and when on learning that Munni was from Pakistan, he tried the Pakistan embassy and even tried to get a travel operator to have her escorted over the border. None of which helped. It's then when he realised what he had to do and how he would help Munni. It's sometimes after our failures or at our most desperate times that we get the clarity to focus on our goals.
- Self-belief – Bajrangi learned from his failures and from them his eventual goal was defined, and it allowed him to clearly focus on the journey ahead. He decided that he would deliver Munni to her family in Pakistan himself and he knew how he would do it. He had the belief in himself and he never gave up. In life we attempt many things which don't always work out first time, but like Bajrangi, it's about having the resolve to not give up and to stick to your convictions.
- Ask for advice – When Bajrangi had realised that he would have to take Munni to Pakistan himself, he was in a dilemma. It's at this juncture he turned to his betrothed, Rasika (played by Kareena Kapoor) and sought her counsel. Starting your own business is never an easy task, and none more so for those doing it for the first time. So like Bajrangi, don't be afraid to ask for help when needed. We don't necessarily always have the right answers ourselves.
- Do the right thing – Bajrangi followed his conscience on a righteous path, and made sure he did everything his way; the right way. As we've seen with the recent Volvo scandal, there can be many temptations to take short cuts or dishonest ways to gain success, but it will always be to a detrimental outcome. Do the right thing; all the time, every time.
- Trust in others to help – Throughout Bajrangi's journey he meets many characters, but it's the news reporter, Chand Nawab (played superbly by Nawazuddin Siddiqi) that he befriends, who helps him on the noble cause of uniting Munni with her family. On our own entrepreneurial journeys it's key to build strong relationships and to learn to trust those closest to us. With all the best intentions, Its important to understand that we can't always do things on our own.
- Power of social media – The use of YouTube was key in helping Bajrangi and Chand help reunite Munni with her family and to eventually help build bridges between two nations. The use of social media, be it Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc. is key for business growth. Used correctly, as in the case of Munni, it helps you be found.
"Do the right thing. It will gratify some people and astonish the rest" – Mark Twain
Bajrangi Bhaijaan offers up many more lessons, including those in friendship, self-sacrifice, respect and humility. But one final take away is that of gratitude and recognition. This movie is a Salman Khan vehicle, and yet it was the lesser known actors, Nawazuddin Siddiqi and Harshali Malhotra (Munni), who rightfully took all the accolades. So as in life, we can achieve many things and grow our businesses to great success, but we should never forget to recognise and be thankful to those that helped us on our journey.
"Humaare dil mein Ram basein hain, humaare liya koi bhi cheez asambhav nahin hain." – Bajrangi Bhaijaan (Lord Ram resides in my heart, nothing is impossible for me)
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A satellite in stationary orbit 22,300 miles (35,680 kilometers) above the equator for handling up to 12 separate color television programs, up to 14,000 private-line telephone calls, or an equivalent number of channels for other communication services within the United States. Abbreviated DOMSAT.


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ORLANDO, Fla. -- Tua Tagovailoa got the start for Alabama in the Camping World Kickoff against Louisville on Saturday night and outplayed Jalen Hurts, but coach Nick Saban said after the 51-14 victory that he would continue to use both quarterbacks moving forward.
Tagovailoa led the first four series of the game, and the Crimson Tide scored touchdowns on three of those drives. The sophomore made plays with his arm and his legs, throwing beautiful drop passes and showing off accuracy on the run, too.
In all, Tagovailoa led six drives, and Hurts led four. Alabama did not score a touchdown when Hurts was behind center.
"We're going to continue to have both these guys be weapons for us on offense because I think they can, and I hope both guys can do a good job of preparing and managing to get ready for the games so they can contribute to our team in a positive way," Saban said.
"Tua played well and made some really good throws, very accurate throws, put the ball right on guys when they had halfway-decent coverage," Saban said. "He made good decisions for the most part. We've got to get him to get two hands on the ball. He's too loose with the ball in the pocket, and he's going to get the ball knocked out of his hand. Those are the kind of things that I'm talking about that doesn't get you 'til it gets you. So you've got to fix them before it gets you. But he played well. He executed. He did what he was supposed to do. He read the right things. He was well-prepared in the game."
Saban said he told both quarterbacks who would start on Thursday before practice.
"They both knew exactly what the situation would be in the game. It's how we practiced on Thursday, and I wanted Tua to play somewhere in the neighborhood of 20 plays, and then we're going to put Jalen in the game," Saban said. "It didn't matter what the score was. He did some good things and some things we need to do better, both of them."
The competition between Hurts and Tagovailoa has dominated headlines at Alabama this offseason: Would Hurts, 26-2 as a starter, keep his job after being benched in the national championship game against Georgia? Would Tagovailoa wrestle the job away after his impressive second-half performance to help the Tide rally and win the title in January?
Speculation has focused largely on Tagovailoa after his breakout performance in the title game. Tagovailoa, not Hurts, opened the season among the leading preseason Heisman Trophy favorites in Las Vegas.
Hurts, meanwhile, drew headlines in early August after he said coaches failed to communicate with him about the quarterback competition, though he dismissed speculation that he wanted to transfer.
Alabama didn't make either quarterback available for comment after the game.


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9 Chic Kitchen Backsplashes Ideas
Backsplashes not only protect your kitchen's walls from water and food splatter, they also add a visual appeal to the room. A backsplash is a great place to experiment with bold colors, designs, patterns and materials. If you're remodeling your kitchen, try one of these styles.
Subway Tile – White subway tile gives a classic look when it comes to kitchen backsplashes. Try placing it in a herringbone style or take it all the way up to the ceiling for a super clean finish!
Mosaic Tile – Mosaic tiles are the perfect way to add your own personal touch to your kitchen.
Textured Tile – A textured backsplash made of limestone, concrete, etc., can make for an anything-but-ordinary kitchen. It can add texture and depth to a kitchen.
Penny Tile – Penny tile is made of round, metallic tiles. These can give kitchens a very sophisticated look.
Glass Tile – Glass is 100% non-porous so you don't have to seal it after installation. This material also has a reflective surface, returning light to the kitchen and brightening it up.
Marble – The uniqueness of marble can create a perfectly imperfect kitchen backsplash with an appeal of a geometric design.
Mirror – Mirrored backsplashes have recently become very popular. They can make a small kitchen space instantly feel larger by reflecting light throughout the room.
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High school students, who are graduating school, are often bothered by thoughts on their future direction of studies. Last week, in the first part of this blog, we talked about how students can prepare for their future roadmap well in advance.
The first step for them was to understand their interests and their aptitude. We advised students to decide on a university after research, take mock admissions tests to be well-prepared and also to work towards a personal portfolio.In the second and final part of this series, we will talk about how else students can make sure they have a foolproof plan in place.
Personal Statement/Essays
Your Personal Statement/ Essay is one of the most important document in your admission kit which can create a unique impression about you to those who read it. You may base it on your past experiences, on aspects that motivate you to give your best, reasons why you believe you're a perfect match for your chosen field, and even your future prospects after your college education. What's significant is that writing an essay will help you define these things for yourself – a great way to introspect. This also gives a direction to your next course of action during school.
Use the College Essay
- To show the admission committee something they could not know based on the rest of your application
- To illustrate your uniqueness as a, motivated, curious, committed, or creative person
- To help the reader get to know you - using the essay as a window to your personality, values and goals
- To help the reader create a full (and hopefully memorable) picture of you
Explore Universities beyond Ranking… Be ready for Plan B
Keeping back-ups ready is a smart way to ensure that you stay on track.
There is a university for every student at differing levels of performance. It is important to look for a best fit rather than go by rankings only.
Decisions shouldn't be made based on what school is best, but on what school is best for you. Each student should seek out colleges that best fit their individual learning style, values, personal interests, academic and professional goals etc.
Use college rankings to make your decision, but use them wisely, and use them in a way that suits your own goals and desires. Evaluate your options with the help of Career Counsellor and stay focused on your goal.
School seniors have sort of 'been there and done that'. If you know of a school senior who is part of the university you are interested in, get in touch with them. Hit them with all course-related doubts and questions about college admissions. They're great sources of information and can reveal the lesser known secrets of the college they are studying in.They're especially helpful when you're looking for tips on how to crack a good SAT score, or when you are looking for specific information about their university (like scholarships), or if you want information on the career of your choice. Alumni success stories can be great inspiration for you so stay connected to your seniors.
These six steps will keep you in sync with your own requirements and make the road to a university of your choice or fit more fun. Happy journey!
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Rockton Memorial Day Parade reminded all of true meaning of the day
By Marianne Mueller
The Walter Graham American Legion Post 332 reminded everyone of the true meaning behind Memorial Day at this year's Memorial Day event.
American Legion Commander, Rueben Hernandez served as this year's parade organizer. The parade began at the bridge on Blackhawk Blvd, and moved down to Main Street, proceeded to Union Street and concluded at the Rockton Township Cemetery where a meaningful remembrance ceremony took place.
The Rockton American Legion Rifle Squad and Ladies Auxiliary members led off the action, which started with a special wreath throwing ceremony on Blackhawk Bridge. Adding a nice touch was the playing of taps by Hononegah band student, Matthew Freedlund. It was noted that both of Freedlund's Great Grandparents served in World War I.
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Poll: Do You Have an Online Portfolio?
I'm doing some research for my presentation at the Chicago Motion Graphic Festival and for my upcoming project, Contrast. I was wondering how many of my readers have a personal online portfolio. You may be wondering what the heck I mean by "personal online portfolio." An online portfolio is a website or section of a site that features your best creative work. Photo blogs don't count.
If you answer yes, I would love to see your site. Please link it in the comments. Thanks for your help.
Visit the site to take the poll if you are using RSS
I'm a 3D artist working my way up in Chicago. You're a great photographer and inspiration in motion design and effects. DK is awesome and you've done a lot of great work for them, keep it up.
I´m a returnig visitor for about the last 4 month and always happy about when my rss feed tells me there´s a new post on your blog.
So here´s my portfoliosite
My site is out of date, but it's still up at http://www.mdoane.com
I will be updating it soon, and I'm considering going with wordpress instead of all custom html. I'm no web designer, but it seems that it will be easier for me to customize wordpress rather than hacking together some html like I did last time. What's the ETA for Contrast? Sounds very interesting.
My site evolved out of a simple photoblog over the last couple of years and now has both a "gallery" and "projects" section that function as my photography portfolio.
Post Production and some mograph stuff. Trying to get more into design (thats why i read your blog)
Happy to Share!
I follow your blog by google reader every day!
Keep it up!
Great site, keep it up.
Nice going Nick! Can't wait for Contrast.
I enjoy getting the greyscale rss updates. My site started as something for me to keep my pix organized and before I knew it I had years worth of photos. It's still for me, but now I have more eyes on the site than I care to know about. Kind of odd, but if you put your stuff on the web what should you expect?
Unfortunately I'm closing in on two years without an update. Grad reel. Full time work has ruined me. I need to get crackin on the reel asap.
In the recent months I decided to be a stay at home Mom and go back to my photography roots. My portfolio is lacking and I hope to do a MAJOR overhaul on it in the next month or so. Your article about 7 things for an online portfolio has been bookmarked for the overhaul. I've actually learned a lot from the photos (and articles) you share with your readers. Thank you for all of your hard work.
Yeah, there's a portfolio – and it's personal because there's no 'company' – it's just me. I freelance as a designer and am moving to photography slowly. I have plans for separate websites for logo design [ http://www.aside.in ], artwork and paintings [ http://www.emotionvoid.com ] and photography [ http://www.studioaside.com ] and I'll move the 'personal stuff' to http://www.nainaredhu.com Phew! 🙂
http://www.erinsarofsky.com is my "archive" i have had it going forever… and i try to update often. but never often enough.
i think most people intend to have something going online but they bite off a project thats too big. my advice is to do something that grows with little effort to update it.
thats why these blog structures work nicely. no muss no fuss.
good luck with your research.
not yet, but i have the domain and stuff.
I'm a teacher and photographer trying to turn full time photographer. My site is http://www.lamb-photo.com. I love my site because it's easy for an html dummy like me to update and keep current.
just started mine, so not so many photos up there yet: http://nicodaros.smugmug.com/
keep up the good work, and good luck with your presentation.
I have a clean & simple CSS-based portfolio online: http://www.jamesdudleystudios.com
I do web design, graphic design, and photography. I use the "lightbox" css/javascript library to accomplish this. It's easy to implement, and looks real sharp!
I also follow this blog via google reader. Thanks!
I'm a web and UI video game designer who dabbles in photography. If you're interested check out my portfolio.
I am mostly a travel, landscape and nature photographer. I am a retired educator and now pursuing my life long passion for photography with a vengence. I've had a couple of shows and sold a few pieces. I am constantly striving to be a better photographer and eventually would love to see my work in a gallery!
i set mine up thru smugmug:
he! can't even spell the name of my own site.
there, that's better!
Nick, I enjoy reading/viewing your posts regularly via RSS.
My portfolio is here: http://www.nrwiesneski.com
Peace! And cheers from a fellow 'Nick'!
I've been into photography for only about two years now but since I'm a web designer I threw together a portfolio anyway (already in desperate of an update). http://www.mycommon.com/
I'm about to graduate college and I hope to try my luck with travel photography. I really enjoy reading your blog. Keep it up.
If you click the 'darkroom' link on the left side of the page, you'll see the photos I'm most proud of. Thanks so much for your blog!
great site! i've been following your blog for a few months now and i always enjoy your tutorials!
here's my website if you'd like to check it out: http://www.kamiljk.com
recent site uploaded, any comments + feedback wud b ace!!
recent site uploaded, any comments + feedback wud b ace!!
Newly publisshed exhibiiton work, also nick ur a legend, im hungry for more content, so keep up the ace work!!!!!
yes i have a website and shamefully it is flash and made with a wix.com template.
My school just shared your link with us and it is great to see your videos and talent. Really great work! I left my website with hope that you can give me some pointers whenever you have time. Thank you and I will be back here more often 🙂
Just found your site while surfing for C4D information and tutorials. I want to thank you for taking the time to contribute to our culture (animation/design). While I don't have any 3D posted on my site yet, I do plan to post up some very soon. Reading your article reconfirms my beliefs about what a portfolio site should be! Here is my site: vietquoctran.com
Let me know your suggestions when and if you get time to visit! I know, perhaps I should link a PDF of my resume on it too. Cheers.
Very nice site! is it yours too
ive got one but it will have a admin name soon .. wish you check it and check my 3D works using 3D max ,, Waiting ur Opinion 😀


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EAST CHINA SEA – The sound of wind passes by him with his cranial helmet on as he opens a compartment on the helicopter. His hands work quickly and skillfully to fix the small electrical problem. The interesting part about this job is that he's working on a military helicopter on a cruiser in the middle of the ocean.
Aviation Electrician's Mate 2nd Class Wilson Gamboa is assigned to the "Saberhawks" of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 77, currently deployed with the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Chancellorsville (CG 62). His work setting is located mostly on the flight deck and in the hangar bay. Gamboa said he didn't imagine himself working on aircraft in the middle of the ocean, but that he was proud he made the decision to join the Navy to end up where he is.
"What motivated me to join the Navy was a lot of things." said Gamboa. "My biggest one was to travel the world. I also wanted to better myself and to be something more, while also doing something for my country. I didn't think I would be in this spot where I'm at right now, but I'm pretty grateful for the people I've met and the countries I've been to."
Before the Navy, Gamboa said he wasn't much of a leader, but advancing through the ranks and gaining more responsibilities in the Navy has brought out the natural leader in him.
"The Navy isn't just a job; it's a lifestyle to me." said Gamboa. "The most influential mentor in my career was my previous Leading Petty Officer. His name was AM1 [Aviation Structural Mechanic 1st Class] Canon, now known as, AMC [Chief Aviation Structural Mechanic] Canon. His leadership style is what I valued the most. Everything he did, he strived for perfection. The standard he held himself to is the standard I work to achieve."
Gamboa, a 2011 graduate from Dr. Phillips High School in Orlando, Florida, joined the Navy as an Aviation Electrician's Mate (AE). An AE works with all electrical wires and components on aircraft to ensure the aircraft will be able to fly safely and effectively.
"I'm an Aviation Electrician's Mate 2nd Class." said Gamboa. "Basically I'm an electrician for aircraft. In the Navy, you can work on jets, helicopters, P-8's, and E-2's, but on this ship, I work specifically on an MH-60R helicopter. On a day to day basis I deal with testing, troubleshooting
and replacing electrical parts. That can range anywhere from flight components to basic lighting
Being on a ship, Gamboa says, is similar to being stationed on land in their Forward deployed
location at Naval Air Facility Atsugi, Japan. HSM-77 can deploy on multiple different ship
platforms. The only difference between being deployed with a ship and operations back in
Atsugi is flying off of a ship. The job is still the same, but the location for where Gamboa sleeps
and works is different.
"There is a difference between working on a Carrier versus being one of the select few chosen to
deploy with a cruiser or destroyer." said Gamboa. "I think I'm partly lucky and partly privileged
to be out here and be a part of this team. We're all different rates, so even though I'm an AE, we
all help each other with the tasks we are given. I'm not restricted to just doing my job. I can learn
and get other qualifications in the other rates. It keeps work interesting and fun."
Chancellorsville is one of three cruisers deployed to 7th Fleet which operates in the Indo-Pacific
region of operations. 7th Fleet's area of operation spans more than 124 million square
kilometers, stretching from the International Date Line to the India/Pakistan border and from the
Kuril Islands in the North to the Antarctic in the South. Usually, cruisers will have a deployed
squadron assigned to them.
"A squadron deploys with a cruiser or destroyer to assist with their air capabilities." said
Gamboa. "This is important, because we acquire information that ships are unable to. Without
these helicopters working properly, we can't do most of the missions that the Commander of 7th
Fleet assigns us."
Chief Aviation Electronics Technician Ben Jones is the leading chief petty officer for air
department onboard Chancellorsville. He can always be seen in the hangar bay or air department
office making sure everything is running smoothly.
"Petty Officer Gamboa is an exceptional leader, mentor and Sailor who continually exemplifies
the spirit, pride and professionalism that sets the Navy apart." said Jones. "He is the back bone of
the HSM-77 Combat Element. His hard work and experience ensures our success. His future is
limitless and he possesses the strength and determination to succeed as a future Chief Petty
Officer or to pursue a Commissioning."
With the last few months remaining with his Squadron before his next command, Gamboa said
he's going to miss a lot of good people he has connected with.
"The people that I work with are a great bunch of people." said Gamboa. "They have great
personalities and are hard workers. I'm lucky to be working with them. I'm sad to be leaving the
command soon to my next duty station. Hopefully I enjoy the next squadron as much as I have
enjoyed HSM-77."
Chancellorsville is forward-deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations in support of
security and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
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Medicare Supplement Insurance Plan C will covers almost all the gaps in Medicare that you'd otherwise be responsible for covering. The only thing it doesn't cover is the Part B excess charges.
This policy is especially popular in states that don't allow excess charges, such as; Connecticut, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and Vermont.
All Medicare Supplement Plan C polices are the same, no matter which insurance company you choose. You can find Plan C available in many states from various insurance companies
But you came here to see some Plan C reviews, so let's see how different insurance companies stack up.
Medicare Plan C Reviews
Because this is a Medicare Supplement (and not Medicare Advantage plans, which have hidden expenses), I gave them all an A+ on coverage and benefits. Just like I gave for Plan F and Plan G.
It's possible that you've been looking for a list of insurance companies offering Plan C with a 4 or 5 gold star traditional review. You won't find this since benefits for Plan C are the same with any insurance company.
In other words, there is no Plan C supplement policy out there that's going to pay any worse or better than the next companies Plan C policy.
Since Medicare standardized these policies, that means that every Plan C will cover the same gaps in Medicare. Plus, Medicare tells them when and what to pay; so, you never need to worry about your Medicare supplement denying coverage on a bill.
If Medicare pays its share, the Medicare Supplement must pay its share too.
So, in my opinion, every Medicare Supplement Plan C gets an A+ on benefits because it will pay exactly as Medicare has ruled that it will pay.
What are Part B Excess Charges
Part B excess charges include a surcharge that a doctor can bill beyond what Original Medicare will reimburse. Doctors are limited to a 15% charge past what Medicare pays. Many doctors won't charge excess charges; however, sometimes they do.
If this is concerning to you, the Medicare Supplements Plan F or G may be a more suitable choice for you. These two plans will cover excess charges; so, you won't need to worry about extra expenses.
When a Medicare doctor doesn't accept Medicare assignment rates, he can and likely will charge you an excess charge. This charge won't be over the 15% allowed Medicare charge.
The people who live in states that don't allow doctors to bill excess charges will find that Plan C functions just like Plan F, which is considered first-dollar coverage.
Part C vs Plan C
Medicare Supplement Plan C is one of ten different Medicare supplement options. Part C refers to a Medicare Advantage (MA) plan. MA plans aren't anything like supplements, they work much differently.
When you buy a Medicare Supplement Plan C, you get to enjoy the freedom to access top physicians and hospitals. You can be worry free when you have this supplement policy, it'll cover things like inpatient and outpatient deductibles.
Part C, Medicare Advantage plans, usually have a network of doctors and hospitals. MA plans change each year and networks can change in the middle of the year when you're unable to make a plan change.
Medicare Supplement Plan C has similar benefits for Medicare Supplement Plan F. If excess charges worry you, then consider obtaining quotes for the Plan F Medicare Supplement.
You'll notice that prices are nearly equivalent, making it quite cost effective to buy the coverage you really want.
Medicare itself has parts and when referring to a supplement, use the word plan.
Go for A or B rated Companies
Your benefits will be the same no matter which company you choose. There are so many different Medicare Supplement companies out there, and financial ratings from companies like A.M. Best can vary quite a bit.
This is my opinion:
There are so many competitively priced, reliable companies offering Medicare Supplement plans with A ratings. There isn't really a reason to settle for a company with an average or low rating.
With there being so many A and B-rated carriers that you can choose from, why would you want to settle?
Customer Service Comes From Your Agent
Basically, every insurance company has this huge call center where you can call in with a customer service issue. This is no fun, and it's a hassle.
Why would you want to call a huge company call center and talk to a stranger who doesn't know you and isn't familiar with your policy?
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La Donna Del Lago is the opera that comes round every couple of decades when a performer can command its staging. In the 1980s it was June Anderson who sang the role and now Joyce Didonato has been the compelling Elena of our times that has managed to sing the part since 2010 in Geneva, Paris, Milan and now good ol' Covent Garden. This was meant to be a co-production with La Scala and the Opéra but as the artistic director of the Royal Opera deemed it a disaster area and commissioned a new production (with a limited budget) by John Fulljames. The awful chain mail costumes that weighed down the singers may have gone, but what replaced them?
Fulljames took the second default setting of a contemporary opera director, after the 1950s…to set the piece in the era it was written. Not too silly a suggestion trying to take away any medievalism left in the work and make it look more polished. The set resembling a gentlemens club covered in wood panelling and complete with four small balconies on the sides for the onstage band to play from. The lady of the lake becomes an object of posh scientific fascination as Edinburgh's high society (the chorus) dressed in tails and top hats peruse her in a glass case accompanied by cases containing a model boat and another one with the regalia of Scotland. And then the naffest thing happens since the invention of time travelling productions…Walter Scott and Rossini show up on stage and remain on for the duration.
Repurposing the parts of Albina as Rossini and Serano as Walter Scott did not propel much the story it just seemed to have been his way to demonstrate he really had a solid concept behind the show. The main irritation from having Rosini and Scott on stage was their use as decorative additions in the extremities of the stage pictures adding very little interest and mainly spending the evening opening the panelling centre stage to reveal the revolving staircase that stood in for Elena's house. And later on, the king's palace. It is never made clear how the scientific specimen of La Donna gets reanimated, was this some secret knowledge society that had cryogenically preserved her, only to wake her up or were we just seeing a miracle making our leading lady mobile and singing? If you want to propose a thesis about the work's very nature better work out the transitions in a smoother fashion.
Having a performer of Joyce DiDonato's calibre treated like the famous singing fish must be immensely frustrating for such a physical actress. Thankfully when she comes out of the dreaded case she inhabited the role with such depth of feeling and ownership it was simply ravishing. The second victim of this production was Daniela Barcellona who was costumed in the frumpiest travesti way possible…ill fitting costume, ugly make up, terrible wig. If we need to be convinced she is a man there are simpler more elegant ways to achieve it. Thankfully a truly spectacular singer like her sang through this crap to deliver round tone, killer chest register and staggering volume alongside her measured acting.
Colin Lee was turned into a ridiculous comic book character complete with silly wig and costumed for a provincial production of Norma. All of his warriors were equally ridiculously costumed to drive home the obvious distinction between the townies and the highlanders, it was simplistic as it was crude. Flórez clearly must be good at saying no to the wig department as he was wearing his own hair and looked all the better for it. Mind you he was not spared a comically oversized crown that wouldn't look out of place as a stripper's prop and of course the final appearance as the king with acres of imitated ermine and bright tartan making him look like a cushion ready to match the curtains of the palace. His singing was unfailingly elegant but somehow he was outshone by most of his co-stars, notably Colin Lee who was much louder and much more attractively voiced on the night.
The one moment in the first Act I lost total faith in the direction (aside from the inexplicable reanimation of the cased heroine) was the dreadful rape scene which was a largely pointless addition and made no sense in 2013 where we do not need to see sexual violence portrayed as entertainment especially when the story does not need such diversions. It felt gratuitous and the deafening silence in the auditorium signified that I was not the only one to be appalled by this thoughtless addition. Fulljames deserves the scorn he receives on this aspect as it was utterly indefensible.
The chorus delivered some top class singing with very impressive volume and well drilled choreography. A show like this makes a big asset of the chorus and creates the only ebb and flow in a rather tension-free Rosinian romp. So credit to them and the chorus master for adding excitement and fabulous support to the soloists. The orchestra put in some juicy playing despite the very stop/start conducting for my liking. Mariotti must have ironed out a lot of problems that were reported from earlier in the run but somehow he doesn't seem to grasp the ideal of a sinuous bel canto line for the singers and the orchestra.
If you read my ramblings from time to time you will know by now how much I enjoy Joyce DiDonato's singing, She may not have the most colourful, most enchanting instrument on the planet but her deployment of her gift is so generous and exciting it is impossible not to be won over. The way she floated Rossini's high lying phrases all night with such robust support was the stuff of legends.
Her command of the stage was magisterial and the final 20 minutes possibly amongst the best live singing I have heard in my life so far. From when she utters Tanti Affeti in the most delicious hushed pianissimo to the final felicità she gave an unrivaled lesson on elegant use of legato for expressive means, sheer glamour and utter triumph at the top of the cabaletta. A more exuberant expression of on stage happiness is surely difficult to come by.
This opera may not be even in my top 20 operas but a stunning performance of such virtuosity elevates it to an evening never to be forgotten. Yes everyone, I am as smitten with Joyce as I have ever been and cannot wait to see her repeat this magic on the last show on the 11th of June. The performance of the 27th was streamed live in cinemas so expect it in your Christmas stocking for 2014 in Blu-ray and DVD…it will be worth the wait. An additional joy was that Janet Baker was in the audience and congratulated Joyce after the curtain fell.
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Wearable gadgets, curved smartphones and new game consoles defined technology in 2013. That�s why it�s no surprise they make up the bulk of our top 10 devices of the year.
Some of these devices are essentially much better versions of earlier gadgets, while others are new innovations that explore possibilities we haven�t seen before.
Here they are, in reverse order:
10. Motorola Moto X.
Motorola began advertising the Moto X before it was officially unveiled, partly to generate excitement over its possibilities. The Moto X is assembled in the United States, and buyers can customize the phones to their liking.
Unfortunately, the Moto X wasn�t as customizable as most users expected. Buyers can choose the aesthetics of the device, but they can pick between having only 16 or 32 gigabytes of storage. Despite these small disappointments, the Moto X is a trailblazer for customizable devices.
The Moto X makes the list (just barely) for its innovative spirit and Motorola�s pioneering efforts.
9. LG G Flex.
The LG G Flex isn�t on sale in the United States, but it launched in South Korea this year and features promising new technologies that we may see on more smartphones in 2014.
The G Flex is one of two devices that went on sale this year with a curved screen. Although in my experience the curve itself doesn�t offer much improvement when it comes to visual quality or ergonomics, the technology behind it is great news for users in terms of smartphone durability. The G Flex uses a plastic OLED screen. That type of screen is thinner than what we see in phones today, and it is far more durable than what modern-day devices currently use.
8. Samsung Galaxy Gear.
Pebble, a small Kickstarter project that went viral in 2012, brought smartwatches to the attention of the tech world. But Samsung introduced the technology to the masses.
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The device works only with select Samsung devices, it lacks any must-have apps, it�s very expensive at $299, and it�s kind of big for a watch.
7. Leap Motion Controller.
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6. Nokia Lumia 1020.
The Lumia 1020 is one of the most impressive gadgets we�ve seen this year, yet it had one of the worst launches.
The Nokia smartphone has top-of-the-line specifications, including a 720p HD 4.5-inch screen and the highest-resolution smartphone camera, with a whopping 41 megapixels. Typical smartphones have 8 megapixel cameras. The Lumia camera lets users take pictures they can then zoom in on without decreasing the quality of the image.
But the Lumia 1020 runs on the Windows Phone operating system, and when it came out this summer the platform was still missing many popular apps. At $299 with a two-year contract when it launched, it was also a bit pricey.
4. (Tie) Sony PlayStation 4 and Micro�soft Xbox One.
This year marked the first time Sony and Microsoft released new video game consoles in more than seven years. Sony came out with the PlayStation 4, and Microsoft launched the Xbox One.
The two systems are fairly similar, offering 500-gigabyte hard drives in similarly styled black shells. Sony is going after hard-core gamers, offering them the ability to easily share video of themselves playing games over the Internet by tapping a �share� button on their game controllers. Microsoft wants the Xbox One to be the center of users� home theaters.
By saying �Xbox on� followed by a command, users can control the entertainment systems with their voices. The Xbox One can also load up specific users� profiles and preferences by detecting them with the Kinect motion-sensor device.
For now, neither system has separated itself as the clear-cut top choice, and picking between them comes down to users� personal preferences. The PS4 retails for $399.99 while the Xbox One goes for $499.99.
3. Google Chromecast.
Chromecast is a digital TV receiver that functions much like Roku and the Apple TV, but at a far lower price and in a much smaller package. The $35 Chromecast plugs into the TV�s HDMI outlet and streams content from users� smartphones, tablets, laptops and computers with a Wi-Fi connection.
When it launched, Chrome�cast worked only with Netflix, YouTube and other Google services. Since then it has been updated to also work with HBO Go, Pandora, Hulu Plus and other online subscription services.
2. Apple iPad Air.
Apple has been noticeably absent on this list until now, and that�s because it didn�t really innovate in 2013. Instead it focused on evolutionary improvements, most of which were marginal � but not when it came to the fifth-generation iPad.
The iPad Air � a thinner, lighter, sleeker version of its popular tablet � came out in November. The $499 iPad Air is 0.29-inch thick and weighs exactly a pound. It�s also outfitted with Apple�s speedy new A7 64-bit chip, making it perfect for gaming. The iPad Air is an impressive redesign to an already innovative product.
1. Google Glass.
Glass has yet to be released to the public, but no other device has had as much public attention as Google�s high-tech eyewear. The pioneering smartglasses are the most expensive item on our list � at $1,500 a pair � and Google sold them to a few thousand selected users, most of whom seem to have fallen under the device�s spell.
Like smartwatches, Glass connects to users� smartphones to perform tasks like playing music, sending messages and making phone calls. Glass can also shoot pictures and record video.


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Trouw Nutrition opened new calf and beef research facility in the Netherlands
20 April 2016
Trouw Nutrition, the global leader in innovative feed specialities, calf milk replacers, premixes and nutritional services for the animal health industry, on 6 April 2016 opened its new Calf & Beef Research Facility, close to Boxmeer, the Netherlands. With state-of-the-art infrastructure and equipment, this new facility will engage in advanced studies alongside the group's two dairy facilities in Boxmeer and Burford, Canada, to accelerate innovation in ruminant nutrition.
Knut Nesse, CEO of Nutreco, and Prof Louise Fresco, President of the Executive Board at Wageningen University officially opened the facility at a special ceremony attended by more than 300 colleagues, representing industry and academia from all over the world. These guests also followed a two-day symposium, with presentations from the international leading scientists on calf and beef nutrition, tours of the research facilities and networking opportunities.
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Den Hartog adds: "A key trend in both dairy and beef production globally is the desire to gain a greater understanding of how to maximise the full genetic potential of the animal. Science steers us towards the start of life as the key period at which we can make significant gains in production. Our expanding research capacity is a recognition of these developments. By 2050 the world population is expected to grow by 30% and the demand for meat expected to double. Meeting this demand will be a challenge for the agricultural industry. This investment therefore plays a vital role in the development of new nutritional solutions that can tap into the recognised need to feed the world in a more efficient and sustainable way."
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