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After VYC2.0 launched, I was asked who were the heroes in the group. The one or two people who deserved recognition for all of their hard work. I was hunting around for the email chain, but I'm pretty diligent about deleting emails. I wish sometimes I wasn't so relentless at that, but I don't have it. Essentially, I responded that calling out a couple of people creates competition, that everyone stepped up and deserves to be recognized. Management agreed, and everyone involved wound up with a Flip, and I was asked how we may be able to codify some whole team incentive.
My answer was pretty short in coming, as I have wanted to establish the proposed incentive program written about in the ground rules for one team I was working with doing kanban stuff.
The following is what was agreed upon by our senior management. Some things were changed, and quite drastically. For starters, credit will only be given for features/stories completed in one Sprint. When asked my opinion, I suggested this may lead to technical debt. It was also decided to have a showdown at the end of the year, and to recognize the team with the most redeemed tokens. I am afraid this is against the whole-team incentive, and once again fosters competition.
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For those of you unfamiliar with the Bremerton, WA area, the Naval Undersea Museum at Keyport is along Port Orchard Bay, 11 miles due north of the City of Bremerton.
Since most of the submarines being decommissioned, including USS Bremerton, are situated in the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard in a security zone known and the Controlled Industrialized Area (CIA), access to the public is off limits. Therefore, it is virtually certain, ceremonies will be held apart from the submarine. In regards to the actual ceremony's location, it is highly probable that it will be held at Keyport where other boat's have held their DECOM events.
The latest word regarding the Bremerton is that the Navy will sponsor a Decommissioning ceremony. In the lives of some boats, there are two separate events, an Inactivation and a Decommissioning (DECOM).
DECOM will be the one and last official ceremonial event in Bremerton's service to the United States. The timing is based on shipyard schedules and key elements of the work involved. In a recent article, it is estimated by CDR Chris Lindberg, 698's Commanding Officer, that Spring of 2021 is the period that SSN 698 will Decommission.
Commissioned in March 1981, the good ol' BadFish is looking to make an amazing 40 year run. 40 years! The first U.S. Navy submarine destined to achieve that milestone. Get ready to hoist your glasses with your shipmates, family and friends, that deserves a grande celebration – as bittersweet as it may be.
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A fresh buzz surrounds the USS Bremerton community with the mention CDR Lindberg's target date. Many of the navy alumni, submariners who have called Bremerton their home, have often expressed that one of the best boats if not the best boat they have ever served on was the Bremerton, a fine testament to their shipmates and to the commanding officers they served under.
Last year, meeting up with the boat before she went into the CIA, affectionately known as "Deep Shipyard", caught many 698 alumni off guard. The sudden change in operational orders of the boat, coming straight off a West-Pac to go into the yards for DECOM, was game only for the maniac efforts of the most nimble reunioners ready for rapid deployment.
Many who attended were connected through Facebook which made communication in the fast moving situation feasible. Even so, for this event that was almost conjured out of thin air, we final-mustered a group of over 100 BadFish supporters who were willing to divide into four groups over a 3-day period to take one last reminiscent walk across the well-traveled decks and ladders of the fast-attack submarine.
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Now, we've got the Navy time-honored event on the horizon – DECOM. We expect to have room to maneuver our personal schedules to get into position; in the meantime, we hope the Navy will avoid doing any Crazy Ivans with their scheduling. The exact date for DECOM is TBA.
Some people were concerned that the ceremony itself will be a restricted affair in regards to security, location and audience size. At this time, it appears none of these factors will be an issue. (THIS IS OLD NEWS, please see latest posts)
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Muhammad Ali earned his nickname "The Greatest" for more than his prowess in the ring.
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Saturday, January 28, 2012
I've not seen this before here, lemons sold with their stems and leaves on. Large, rather uneven, a little rough and dirty compared with the featureless clones sold in nets, they beguiled me into buying them very easily - they were inexpensive and I needed lemons anyway.
Taking a leaf between your palms and rubbing it rewards you with a scent of lemon peel and petitgrain.
But it's easy to see why they don't often sell them with the stems on; the thorns are quite fierce. They spiked me a couple of times and tore the bag they came in. Unfriendly things, on the whole lemons, thorny and sour to the taste, yet we treasure them anyway.
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- Zhoen said...
Have always loved lemons, ate the slices as a child, still will on occasion. Once exposed to Greek food, I began to use them in cooking. Lemons make it all better. They demand respect, of course.
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- The Crow said...
Okay...now, talk about voluptuous - that eighth photo is downright pornographic!
I love the look, the taste and the aroma of lemons. And I'm loving these images, Lucy. They are wonderful treats for my winter-weary eyes (even though the worst of winter - knock wood - seems to have forgotten us here).
- 3:37 pm
- Catalyst said...
I love lemons, too, and we'll taste some tomorrow when SWMBO makes her famous chicken piccata.
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- Rouchswalwe said...
Lucy! You can be deliciously naughty. Nice to read this post in the snowswirly weather we're having here. There's a sexy English Roast in the oven as I type ...
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- Julia said...
I had no idea they had thorns! Any idea where the lemons were grown?
- 10:49 pm
- marja-leena said...
Ooh, lovely and sexy too! I don't remember thorns the one and only time decades ago that I picked some lemons off a tree in a friend's garden in Los Angeles, in February! Maybe some varieties are thorn free. I've always wanted to grow a potted variety in my solarium but I think it's too cold and lacking sunlight during our winters.
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- zephyr said...
Love, LOVE that new banner, especially paired with the first photo of lemons.
i have potted Meyer lemons in the cold "sun" room of the house and nothing is more wonderful than the perfume of the flowers, then the lemons themselves. These Meyers are much more civil. No thorns.
- 12:10 am
- HKatz said...
They look beautiful (and I also love the lemony smell). But that thorn at the end, up close, makes me think of medieval weapons.
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- Roderick Robinson said...
And there's that curious (Caribbean?) song:
Lemon tree, very pretty,
And the lemon flower is sweet,
But the fruit of the lemon
Is impossible to eat.
A covert campaign to discourage people from G&Ts and to encourage rum punch
- 9:03 am
Love these photos. I can taste the lemon juice just looking at them. The last time I saw lemons like this was in the Grand Central market (a gorgeous market of many vendors attached to Grand Central Station in New York City) and I stood beside the basket admiring them for the longest time. - alison
- 3:31 pm
- Rosie said...
lemons...it must be teat time!
- 10:01 pm
Hi Lucy....just followed the link to "a river of stones"! doesn't seem really YOU somehow?
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- Lucy said...
Thank you very much.
Now what's all this about sex? There I was innocently photographing a few lemons...
Apparently lemons are normally thorny, but many of the modern hybrids have had them bred out. These certainly are very flavourful, anyway.
Anonymous - I tried doing River of Stones for a week or so this month but found that, just now at least, no, it isn't really me! However, it seemed somehow rather churlish to remove the link while the project was still going on, as it is a wonderful idea and there have been some really marvellous contributions to it, which rather made me feel a lack in myself, but there we are. As January is coming to an end I'll take it down now.
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- J Cosmo Newbery said...
A home is not a home, without a lemon tree. But limes will do, at a pinch.
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- earlybird said...
My mouth is puckering in anticipation just looking at these beautiful photos! Where did they come from, Lucy? Nice? or further afield. The ones we get like that are often from Nice. But more expensive than the 'normal' leafless ones...
Yesterday I had a frozen fresh lime drink... heaven.
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- Unknown said...
I knew someone in Spain 50 years ago who used to suck lemons and eat them as though they were oranges. But they were local lemons in Cartagena and "muy rico".
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Chandigarh : In wake of the Punjab and Haryana High Court's observation on the reported gang-rapes of at least ten women in Murthal, the Khattar Government on Friday ordered formation of a three member committee to probe the matter.
Haryana DGP, YP Singhal, informed the media today that the government has instructed the police to act tough against anyone found involved in assault on women.
"I request the public that if there is any evidence available then they can approach the three member-committee probing the incident. The government has taken the report very seriously and I assure you that strong action will be taken against those found guilty," Singhal said.
Stating that the police hasn't received any complaint in this regard, Singhal requested the media to share the details if it receives any information.
"We have not been approached by any complainant or victim so far. We are also requesting the media to share the details if they receive any information. Clothes spotted at the site have been collected by the police and further probe is on," he added.
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The district authorities have conceded that arson and theft took place on the highway. It has, however, categorically denied that women were raped; even villagers denied such incident.
The high court has directed the authorities to accept complaints of the victims while asking the victims to file their complaints in sealed envelopes to the Chief Judicial Magistrate.
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On the 2nd of each month, Our Lady appears to the Medjugorje visionary Mirjana to give us her message to the world. Below is the latest official English translation as provided by the Information Center in Medjugorje.
February 2, 2018 message to Mirjana
"Dear children, you whom my Son loves, you whom I love with an immeasurable motherly love, do not permit for selfishness, for self love, to rule the world. Do not permit for love and goodness to be hidden. You who are loved, who have come to know the love of my Son, remember that to be loved means to love. My children, have faith. When you have faith you are happy and are spreading peace; your soul trembles with joy. My Son is in such a soul. When you are giving yourself for the faith, when you are giving yourself for love, when you are doing good to your neighbor, my Son smiles in your soul. Apostles of my love, I am turning to you as a mother. I am gathering you around myself and I desire to lead you on the way of love and faith, on the way which leads to the light of the world. I am here for the sake of love, for the sake of faith, because with my motherly blessing I desire to give you hope and strength on your way – because the way which leads to my Son is not easy. It is full of renunciation, giving, sacrifice, forgiveness and much, much love. But this way leads to peace and happiness. My children, do not believe lying voices which speak to you about false things, false glitter. You, my children, return to the Scripture. I am looking at you with immeasurable love, and through God's grace am making myself evident to you. My children, set out with me. May your soul tremble with joy. Thank you."


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Admit it, if I'd told you earlier this year that Magglio Ordonez would be the subject of a spirited defense by a fiery despot, you'd have thought I was referring to Jimmy Leyland. From the CBC :
President Hugo Chavez came to the defence of Ordonez on Sunday, lambasting the pro-Venezuelan crowd in Miami that constantly jeered the politically vocal outfielder at the World Baseball Classic.
During the 3-1 victory over the Netherlands on Saturday, Ordonez was booed at every plate appearance, and cheered amid a fourth-inning strikeout and later when he was replaced in the game.
"Everyone has a right to think about politics," said Chavez. "This is shameful. [Those fans] have no shame."
Many Venezuelans living in South Florida oppose Chavez and his communist beliefs. The taunting toward the Detroit Tigers slugger comes following recent political appearances in support of a leader who has recently won the right to stay in office for life.
"They may have their own reasons for booing me, but I'm a person that they should respect on the team because I am not Venezuela," said Ordonez.
"Venezuela is the entire team. And when they boo me, they're booing everybody."
In a television ad aired last month, Ordonez appeared in support of a proposal by Chavez that would eliminate term limits for the president and other elected officials.
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Hands up all those that remember crowd funder Plexidrone, the Canadian quadcopter that became an octocopter. All really very good on paper, but now after multiple excuses, and three years late refunds are on the table for a lucky few.
This is what the current missive from DreamQii says about the delivery situation, and excuse me but it feels like another delaying tactic posted on New Year's eve they said.
DreamQii has been engaged in a short run production of the PlexiDrone product line for the last 16 months. In order to achieve production rates that support backers, retailers, and B2B customers, DreamQii had to secure production partners with a demonstrated ability to produce high quality, high volume, and high-tech commercial goods.
DreamQii is happy to announce that after lengthy contract negotiations, the selection process for primary manufacturing partners has been completed. This gives DreamQii the capability to produce PlexiDrone in North America and abroad, which is critical for competing in the retail and industrial drone marketplace. DreamQii's PlexiDrone manufacturing partner will be formally announced via press release in January 2018.
For a second time, refunds are being offered for early backers, there is a but. The but is, if you have said anything nasty about them anywhere you have to retract it before they will refund you.
Somebody, no names no pax drill, just stated their disappointment in what I thought was a very mellow way had this response from DreamQii.
Elizabeth M. (DreamQii Support + Learning Center) <[email protected]> wrote:
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Thank you for your support inquiry, however, we do not agree with your statement and we will not be able to proceed with a refund unless you agree to retract it and then request a refund again. After you reply with a retraction of your statement then we can verify your identity and proceed with your request by looking into your account to determine if you are eligible for a refund. The next step after that then if you are eligible would include us asking you to log in to fill out an automated form, but if you are ineligible for a refund then we will notify you about that. Let me know if you have any other questions.
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This is plain bullying, shame on you DreamQii.
My advice, if you are still hanging on for this machine, seek a refund, I wonder why folks are not getting three years worth of interest on their investment as well.
If I were down several hundred dollars I might be less than polite in my communications with folks that have leveraged my cash.
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A status check on two of the benchmark bottlings of the profound 1999 Barolo vintage. This impressive mini-tasting to help mellow the Corona Virus mandatory stay-at-home order in Colorado.
1999 Bruno Giacosa, Barolo, Le Rocche del Falletto (RT98) SO'd for the day and showing a bit of sediment so I poured ever-so slowly, but directly from the bottle since I was savoring this alone. Clearly in its early prime drinking window, its world class status makes a convincing statement balancing finesse and power. Its light garnet hue gives way to soaring aromatics built on black cherry, rose petal, marzipan and an abundance of spice. The palate is sublime and magnificent, showing the magical touch of Bruno Giacosa with perfect balance of fruit, acidity and super ripe, sweet tannin. This was crafted during Bruno Giacosa's peak and continues to be what I consider his greatest classico (non riserva) bottling ever. An emotionally moving experience that brings an ear to ear grin on my face and keeps drinking better with each sip. Drink now-2034+
1999 Giacomo Conterno, Barolo Riserva, Monfortino (RT99) Also SO'd for the day, there was less sediment in this bottle, making serving a far easier task. This behemoth has rounded out and the tannins have integrated and softened as it turns the corner of age 20. A juxt opposed style from Giacosa's Le Rocche del Falletto, here the scale is intimidatingly massive, a requisite example of the "iron fist in a velvet glove" characterization. It hovers with weightlessness. The aromatics are bruising and masculine with dark notes of black stone fruit, sous bois, goudron and hints of anise. The palate is formidable, rich and decadent, showing a lushness that few Nebbiolo can ever achieve. A benchmark Barolo that with a few more years of cellaring should reach perfection. In two words: mind blowing! Drink now-2039+


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Should I follow my heart to the ends of the Earth,
Would I find, in time, what a life of truth is worth?
Embracing emptiness,
Embracing loneliness,
Forsaking the fortress in a quest for the Holy Grail.
In shadows deep I fold my wings,
And let my dreams decide my fate,
For all things come to those who wait,
Who wait in wings,
Who wait in faith,
Who let their dreams decide their fate,
Never fearing the departure of light,
Ever journeying on through the night,
Ever nearer,
Ever dearer,
The sacred mysteries.
So weary, so weary,
Then I find myself lost inside a maze,
And I ask, "Is this where I'll end my days?"
Just then the heavens open. . . .
Straight rains upon my way,
A thousand secrets glow
Like candles in the glistening snow
They guide me on to higher ground,
I spread my wings upon the sound
Of children's laughter; lifts my spirits
Beyond the realm of restless wraiths,
Of hungry ghosts, who test my faith,
Who paint their tinselled tombs,
By day and night with gilded gloom.
Sweet Mercy takes my hand, and
Leads me to the promised land, where
Sweet Fortune fills my cup to overflowing.
Skies of violet,
Eyes of love reflecting firelight.
I seize the day.
I seize the stars, the moon, the velvet night.
A moment lost, I now have found
In time with thee,


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You can have a lot of fun with the aesthetics of office toilet design but there are HSE layout requirements we must adhere to.
There are a large number of cubicles in the UK that are difficult to enter and to address this issue BS 6465 now asks for designers to show a cylindrical volume 450mm in diameter clear of all obstructions, such as toilet pan, door swing, etc., to give the user room to close the door.
A WC cubicle in an office were the user is unlikely to have luggage or be wearing heavy clothing so the following 'standard' dimensions and layouts can be used:
Both images show a cubicle with an inward opening door and a 450mm diameter space to enter the cubicle. The orange area denotes the activity space required once the cubicle door is shut, and the width is also suitable for ambulant disabled users. WC cubicle doors typically open inwards, with the exception of disabled and ambulant disabled cubicles.
In image B the toilet pan is offset towards the door hinge side to provide space for a sanitary bin. In this case the depth can be reduced to 1550mm.
The width of a 'standard' cubicle is seen as 800mm, however a lot of women find this too narrow and prefer a width of 900mm with an 800mm door opening.


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Atomic Number: 29
Atomic Weight: 63.546
Electron Configuration: [Ar]4s13d10
(Latin cuprum, from the island of Cyprus) It is believed that copper has been mined for 5,000 years.
Copper is reddish and takes on a bright metallic luster. It is malleable, ductile, and a good conductor of heat and electricity (second only to silver in electrical conductivity).
Copper occasionally occurs native, and is found in many minerals such as cuprite, malachite, azurite, chalcopyrite, and bornite.
Large copper ore deposits are found in the U.S., Chile, Zambia, Zaire, Peru, and Canada. The most important copper ores are the sulfides, the oxides, and carbonates. From these, copper is obtained by smelting, leaching, and by electrolysis.
The electrical industry is one of the greatest users of copper. Iron's alloys -- brass and bronze -- are very important: all American coins are copper alloys and gun metals also contain copper.
Copper has wide use as an agricultural poison and as an algicide in water purification. Copper compounds, such as Fehling's solution, are widely used in analytical chemistry tests for sugar.
High-purity copper (99.999+ percent) is available commercially.
Sources: CRC Handbook of Chemistry and Physics and the American Chemical Society.
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Working with Shared Videos
Media sharing allows publishers to upload videos once and then share the videos to other accounts. The accounts can be your own, corporate accounts or accounts of other publishers. The shared videos can then be used independently in other accounts. Media sharing is typically used when publishers want to keep a master account of video content and then share videos out to other divisions or subsidiaries of the organization.
Media sharing terminology
This topic will use the following terminology:
- Master - The account that created the original video. The Master owns the content and is responsible for setting up, managing and providing content to affiliates. The Master account will always be a Brightcove Video Cloud account.
- Affiliate - The account that is receiving the video. The affiliate can accept content shared to it from a master. Brightcove Campaign™ accounts are always affiliate accounts.
Managing media sharing relationships
Before videos can be shared from a Brightcove Video Cloud account to a Brightcove Campaign account, media sharing settings must be configured in the Video Cloud account. For information on how to do this, check the Video Cloud documentation.
After the Video Cloud account adds the Campaign account as an affiliate, the affiliate account must accept the relationship. Master and affiliate accounts can terminate the relationship at any time. Terminating a media sharing relationship does not remove any shared videos from affiliate accounts.
For information on Media Sharing settings, see Managing Media Sharing Settings.
Sharing videos
All videos shared to a Brightcove Campaign account will originate from a Brightcove Video Cloud account. For information on how to share videos from a Video Cloud account, check the Video Cloud documentation.
Shared videos in the Videos page
Shared videos will display a sharing icon in the upper left corner of the video thumbnail to indicate that the video has been shared into the account.
Click on the video title and review the Video Information properties to see which account shared the video.
Shared video properties
When a video is shared to an affiliate account, the following video properties are copied with the shared video:
- Name
- Short description
- Tags
- Thumbnail and poster images - By default, poster and thumbnail images for the master videos will be used in the affiliate accounts. If changes are made to the poster and/or thumbnail in the master account, those changes will be reflected in the affiliate accounts unless the affiliate account has previously generated new poster or thumbnail images. Once the affiliate account makes a change to the poster or thumbnail images, any changes to the poster/thumbnail made in the master account will not propagate to the affiliate account.
- Text Tracks - Affiliates do not have the ability to delete or edit the text track properties for shared videos.
The shared video has all the values for these video metadata fields that the master video had at the moment it was shared. However, from that point on, the master copy and the affiliate copy become independent entities:
- Video files are not copied when you use Media Sharing, only the video metadata is copied. The shared video points to the original video files in your account.
- If the video is deleted from the master account, the video is deleted from all affiliate accounts.
- Any changes an affiliate makes to a video will not affect the original. If an affiliate deletes a shared video, it is removed from the affiliate's account but remains in the master account.
- Affiliates can't remove or update text tracks.
- When affiliates receive a video by sharing, it is in the active state. This is true even if the video was not active in the master account.
- Each account is billed separately for playback (video plays and bandwidth usage) of a shared video from that account.
- Reporting about a shared video is specific to each account and does not aggregate information about each copy of the video in each account.
It is possible to reshare videos (share previously shared videos to the same account). Doing so will replace any video metadata changes made by the affiliate account with the values from the master (sharing) account. Use caution when resharing videos.


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Power in Balance | Towers
Power in Balance, Kjerag, Rogaland
At the famous tourist destination Kjerag in Rogaland, there is a unique design towers that consists of 3 poles. Statnett is the principal, EFLA was responsible for engineering and Widenoja Design, Eva Widenoja created the design concept.
About this Project
Øygardstøl Rogaland - Norway
- Diarmid Loudon Manager | Transmission Lines - Electromechanical Design Phone: +354 412 6310 / +47 480 31 266 E-mail: firstname.lastname@example.com Noregur
- Guðmundur M Hannesson Manager | Transmission Line Projects - International Phone: +354 412 6087 / +354 665 6087 E-mail: email@example.com Reykjavík
The project's objective
Lysefjord, on west coast of Norway, with its steep mountainsides and spectacular scenary attracts tourists from all over the world. Today, the high-voltage tower stands by the parking lot at Øygardsstølen and are attracting attention.
More than a high-voltage tower
The tower is a collaboration between Widenoja Design and EFLA, where Eva Widenoja is responsible for the design concept and EFLA for engineering. The idea came from the consultation process conducted by Statnett.
The design tower at Øygardsstølen is part of the 420 kV Western corridor project - Stage 2 (between Duge - Lyse - Tjørhom - Ertsmyra - Fjotland).
Find out more about the 420kV Western Corridor project.
Solid anchoring
Stability and safety are an important part of the project. The tower with three poles, at 32, 35 and 39 meters tall, respectively, are exposed to heavy wind and ice loads on the current-carrying lines in long and heavy spans, in addition to the forces of nature on site. It is therefore essential to base the tower in a way that ensures adequate stability throughout their lifetime. Each foundation is anchored with 12 steel bars that go 12 meters obliquely down into the rock. The diameter of the struts is 40 millimetres, and each strut has a tensile design capacity of 82 tonnes, as quoted by NGI, the Norwegian Geological Institute.
Environmental issues
The environment is more than just emissions of greenhouse gases, it is also about the visual. Given that the tower location is so prominent; at a known tourist destination, it was essential to create something attractive, capable of accommodating and hopefully enhancing its environment. We are proud of the result and pleased by the positive response it has received.
Service Components
EFLA's role
- Electromechanical and mechanical engineering
- Support with analysis of constructability and risk
Cost-effective design
It was important for EFLA to design cost-effectively solution. This was achieved by using established technologies in innovative ways and at the same time considering constructability and safety in the design phase. Close cooperation and follow-up between the producer, architect and project designer is the key to achieving this.
Industrial designer about collaborating with EFLA
Spectacular scenery and steep mountainsides. Credit: Woldcam - Statnett.
The masts are called "Power in Balance". Credit: Woldcam - Statnett.


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1st Edition
Photographic and Descriptive Musculoskeletal Atlas of Chimpanzees With Notes on the Attachments, Variations, Innervation, Function and Synonymy and Weight of the Muscles
Chimpanzees, including common chimpanzees and bonobos, are our closest living relatives. This book, which is the first photographic and descriptive musculoskeletal atlas of the genus Pan, adopts the same format as the photographic atlases of Gorilla and Hylobates previously published by the same authors. These three books are part of a series of monographs that will set out the comparative and phylogenetic context of the gross anatomy and evolutionary history of the soft tissue morphology of modern humans and their closest relatives.
The atlas, which includes detailed high-quality photographs of musculoskeletal structures from most anatomical regions of the body as well as textual information about the attachments, innervation, function and weight of the respective muscles, is based on dissections of up to 12 chimpanzees and on an extensive review of the literature. It provides an updated review of the anatomical variations within chimpanzees as well as an extensive list of the synonyms used in the literature.
The book is designed for students, teachers and researchers studying primatology, comparative anatomy, functional morphology, zoology, and physical anthropology and to medical students, doctors and researchers who are curious about the origin, evolution, homology and variations of the musculoskeletal structures of modern humans.
Introduction and Aims. Methodology and Material. Head and Neck Musculature. Pectoral and Upper Limb Musculature. Trunk and Back Musculature. Diaphragmatic and Abdominal Musculature. Perineal, Coccygeal and Anal Musculature. Pelvic and Lower Limb Musculature. Figures. Appendix I: Literature Including Information about the Muscles of Chimpanzees. Appendix II: Literature Cited, Not Included Information about the Muscles of Chimpanzees.


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CPD to fight summer crime with more officers in high-crime areas, CTA stations
CHICAGO (FOX 32 News) - The weather will get warmer eventually and the city of Chicago is getting ready to handle the uptick in crime that comes with summer.
Supt. Eddie Johnson said it's no secret that crime goes up during the summer months and early forecasts suggest this summer will be no different.
Johnson outlined his new safety plan to combat crime by putting more officers in high traffic areas, including entertainment districts, and CTA stations the latter of which is a newer approach.
Johnson also said police need to work with community partners to take a more holistic approach to stopping crime. That means partnering with community, business, and clergy leaders.
But ultimately, Johnson said the way to stop crime starts at home.
"I think it was Jackie Kennedy that said if you fail at being a parent, no failure in life will be as important. And I believe that," Johnson said. "Our issues oftentimes start at home. So if we can get our homes straightened out, then we get our blocks straightened out. You get your blocks straightened out then you get your communities straightened out. You get all the communities straightened out, then you get your city straightened out."
There is speculation that Mayor-elect Lori Lightfoot could decide Johnson's future depending on how bad crime is in the city this summer.
Johnson responded to that by saying he's been a cop for 31 years and he's used to pressure. He reiterated that police cannot stop crime alone.


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We have successfully defended insureds for more than 30 years in complex litigation involving: asbestos, construction defect, liability of condominium owners, personal injury, product liability, and professional malpractice defense.
In addition to representing insureds in third-party cases, Gjording Fouser has extensive experience performing Examinations Under Oath (EUO), analyzing policies and providing complex coverage opinions, as well as representing insurance companies in bad faith litigation. Gjording Fouser has also represented insurance companies in numerous arbitrations regarding coverage and/or the amount due under the policy.Back to Practice Areas


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POP INTERVIEW: The SPiN Bandmates Get on MTV!
You know those people who you see again in five years, and they are still the same old bums complaining about being in the same situation? Since I last wrote about the fabulous boys of SPiN, a band similar to your favorite late 90's Top 40 rock, they've gotten a song played on The Real World competition spinoff and put out more great material.
What have you been up to since I last spoke with you?
Hank: Looking handsome, writing / recording new music, looking handsome some more.
How did your song end up getting on "The Real World/Road Rules Challenger?"
Jim: We will sell out to anybody if the price is right (and usually the price is a round of cheap whiskey). Guess we have a music supervisor fan over at MTV and he's got a few fans too now!
You released some material for Facebook friends first. Have you ever received negative reactions from Internet friends that ended up helping you – constructive criticism?
Hank: We get more negative feedback then good from our closest friends, which is fine because even if you sell a million copies of a song in the US, that just means that 310 million people either a) didn't like it enough to buy, b) hate it, or c) stole it. We like to think that 307.5 million stole it and the other 3.5 million bought Gangnam style instead. Damn that infectious Psy fella.
Where did the darkness on your somewhat newish song, "The Scream Inside," come from?
E: Jim is kinda twisted, as individuals go. Actually, we all worked on the lyrics to that one and it went through three different versions before we ended up with "The Scream Inside". It may have just been the frustration of not being able to think of lyrics for a good riff.
Have you ever thought of writing songs for women? I thought Hayley Williams might be able to sing material like "Sing Myself," also on that EP.
Lou: Our songs are available for anyone to sing and re-record, at a premium of course. If you can get Hayley Williams on that, we can talk finder's fee. Seriously, we write different kinds of songs and I'm sure sooner or later we'll feel that it would be best suited for someone else, if they're interested. That's the catch. Do you happen to know if Adele needs a song for her next album?
Have you lightened up in general for your newest EP and the song it was named for, "Hard to Ignore?" Or is it a mask you're wearing?
Jim: Music to us at least, is not about one or two emotions. Music should be about all emotions. Some artists just do happy, some just do angry. We do whatever we are feeling at the moment. That's the way it should be. I mean, how can a band write an angry song after they made 12 million dollars and have had three ways with 2 hot chicks and a retired gymnast? Shouldn't their next album be pretty happy?
Were you inspired by 90's music for "For Your Love?" The verse comes off like that.
Lou: Actually, we were inspired by Jim's dad's band "Flashback" who played it one night when we went out to see them. They're great. They did the Yardbirds song one night and we just thought, wow, we should do something with this.
Where are you off to next and what will you be doing?
E: Not sure about where, although we should head down to Florida, since we haven't played that part of the east coast. We're working on another music video and in the meantime, writing more, recording more, playing more. Trying to grow as a band through the writing and recording process, and popping our heads up once in a while to give a little live handsomeness to the masses.


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New Scientist has a nice article about recent research into the lineage of the thoroughbred horse. It indicates that almost all thoroughbreds descended from just 28 ancestors, with a stunning 95 percent of all male racehorses descending from a single stallion, the Darley Arabian. (To my surprise, I do actually remember reading a historical novel about the Arabian origins of the thoroughbred as a kid. In fact, I ran across it recently, while looking through old books at my parents' house. It's King of the Wind by Marguerite Henry.)
Although thoroughbreds are best known as racing horses, they are also the most common breed for English riders of all kinds. Due to the combination of their large size and athletic ability, they do very well in eventing, hunter/jumper shows, foxhunting, and the like. (Lots of the thoroughbreds in those ordinary uses were bred for the track, but found to be too slow.) The major drawback of thoroughbreds is that they tend to be a bit high strung, some more so than others. Some of that can be tempered with training, but not all of it.
Although my mare Tara is a thoroughbred and even a former "polo pony," she's definitely on the more sensible end of the continuum, happily enough. I only wish she were younger!


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Located at the southernmost tip of the Philippines, Glan boasts of pristine shorelines dotted with strips of powdery white-sand beach resorts facing the Celebes Sea which, hands down, is among the Philippines' best beaches. Among the earliest Christian towns in Mindanao, Glan has heaps to offer both for tourists and investors. Colonial-era structures make Glan even more alluring to visitors.
Visitors can take a quick walk around the quaint town center and experience idyllic life which has not really changed through the years in terms of its calmness. Tourists can also sample several interesting local treats as well as the fresh catch from the local market.
Glan is a leading producer of copra in the region and has survived the ups and downs of the coconut industry. However, as the burgeoning industry of coconut by-products continues to expand plus the demand for coconut surging in the world market, the people of Glan enjoy the benefits as investors are setting up shop throughout the town.
Glan's geographical location has made the town an ideal spot to do business in the Brunei-Indonesia-Malaysia-the Philippines East ASEAN Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA). In fact, it has prepared for international trade by establishing the Jose Abad Santos-Glan-Sarangani Cooperation Triangle (JAGS-CT) along with two other adjacent towns several years ago. Current trading partners include the North Sulawesi province and nearby territories of Indonesia.
During the month of May, Glan hosts the Sarangani Bay Festival, the biggest beach festival in the country. Tourists come and enjoy the calm waters of Sarangani Bay as well as indulge in the fun the Bay Festival has to offer. Glan also has Mahin Festival each April. Mahin Festival features indigenous games to highlight the town's rich cultural heritage.
Every October, Glan showcases the Lubi-Lubi Festival. There is more to the costumes, choreography and musicality in this yearly competition. The colors and faces of Lubi-Lubi Festival every 8th of October reflect Glan's industry and tradition altogether. Almost 90 percent of the town's total land area is planted with coconuts; town folks have both the old and new ways to make a living out of it, from the tree's roots to its leaves; beverages to handicrafts to manufactured products. Street-dancing groups compete in musicality, choreography and costume using indigenous materials from the coconut. Lubi-Lubi Festival reflects an old tradition of Glan, the province's oldest town. Each competing group showcases a particularly old religious belief of the people about the coconut tree; animistic beliefs are brought to life in choreography by rituals of reverence to the tree as a source of blessings such as wind, water and rain, fire, good health, and even life. The Lubi-Lubi Festival celebrates coconut being the major product of Glan which is also one of the oldest town's of Mindanao at 97 on October 8, 2011. Lubi-Lubi performers wearing costumes made of coconut materials dance in the streets where Hispanic houses still stand today. Glan, also known as the "Coco Queen of the South" and the oldest town in Southern and Central Mindanao, is Sarangani's top producer of coconut.
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|Yap, Victor James Sr. B.
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|Yap, Victor James Jr. P.
|Roque, Boy Q.
|Alegado, Kayrud W.
|Wata, Zarius D.
|Escobar, Jongjong A.
|Engkong, Elsan Faith R.
|Hizoler, Lydia B.
|Homo, Carlos A.
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Free Inflation CalculatorWhen people talk about the effects of their money getting smaller over time, they are talking about the effects of inflation. The question is of course, why our money gets smaller. Economists offer several schools of thoughts. For example, if a country prints more money to solve problems in a time of crisis, the supply of money will go up. This in turn will lead to the money becoming smaller. Another reason could be the production costs of goods and services have gone up, this will also lead to our money being smaller. We know that inflation causes our money to become smaller over time, which is one of the reasons that people put money in the bank to earn interests to counter the effects of inflation.
The impact of inflation on financial modelingIn financial modeling, there are typically discussions on the nominal value versus the real value of something. The real value of something basically takes into account the effects of inflation. For example, if you have $1000 today, what is the real value in 5 years time? The real value of the $1000 in 5 years time is to take into account the effects of the yearly inflation. We can use the Time Value of Money concepts to discount the $1000 using the inflation rate over a period of 5 years. This leads us to question what the inflation rate is and how do we calculate the inflation rate?
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Moroccan Bedroom with Comfort and Style
Bedroom with Comfort and Style
Exotic Luxury, Exciting Color, Your Own Night In Casablanca
Rich textures and patterns in colorful fabrics, low seating, ornate carving- these are some of the characteristics of furnishings for a bedroom oasis that has a Moroccan flair.
"Classic Mediterranean blue and white, to intense Delacroix red, to monochromatic yet elegant black and white" and more, from cool off whites to deep jewel tones. sparkling interiors with a bit of fantasy woven in. There is an opportunity for some shabby chic and flea market sale shopping when you put together this look, but it is an "antique" not "junk sale" look.. the faded textured pillow and rugs, the softened colors and worn places of the painted furnishing give comfort, not distress.
If you pay special attention to a few details such as side tables, decorative lighting, typically Moroccan patterned fabrics and keep the furniture on a low profile you will create a truly magnetic Marrakesh hideaway.
Everything low and comfortable
Pillows and poufs, carpets and low tables all add to the feeling of comfort.
The Beauty of Moroccan Décor
This style is easy to pull together and it has lots of personality. With a few touches in bedding, occasional pieces, and accessories, the look can be attained.
If you want something that is warm and exotic and filled with rich, luxurious comfort, then Moroccan style is for you. It can be simple, or fantastically layered, and really depends on your own decisions while putting together your space.
To simplify the design, constrain the patterns to a color harmony like blue, beige and white, or something similar. To add more complexity, gather together more of the brighter colors, then add more textures and patterns.
With many of the elements removable like pillows, or lanterns and mirrors, it is easy to change the space when wanting more or less pattern and visual interest.
The Souk: Close your eyes and see before you a labyrinth filled to overflowing with
"…pottery, slippers, poufs, spices, lanterns, paintings, baskets, carpets, bags, jewelry…"
- My Marrakesh
Poof Ottoman – For Your Marrakesh Hideaway
This is going to give an immediate Moroccan feel to your bedroom décor. Comfy and comes in other colors.
These little ottomans give a handy place to sit while dressing. They can double as a small table area and lend lots of impact for their small size. The colors they come in are almost limitless. I've seen a number of brands with different materials and colors. Then, to top it off, Zazzle has offered those you can design yourself.
Poufs Are Perfect Low Seating
Casablanca Market Embroidered Starburst Stitched Cotton Stuffed Leather Pouf, Red on White
This pouf has hand embroidered stitches creating a beautiful leather ottoman. Very versatile and comfortable piece.
This is right at home in the Moroccan style, and gives both low seating and serves as a base for a tray. It gives an authentic Middle Eastern flavor to a design.
A Hanging Chest
Create the bedroom look with space to store essentials. Shelves revealed within, when the two front doors open wide.
Ebony finish on wood; a wood frame and glass panels of reverse painted glass in gold, greens, and burnt sienna. Use it for anything- sweaters,baskets with smaller items, extra linens.
Moroccan Chest
Overall dimensions: 36.5″ H x 41″ W x 12.5″ D makes the full size chest a major storage piece.
The subtle grayed color fits into rooms with neutral, green, or blue.
One Really Great Piece: Moroccan Chest – Carolina Accents Moroccan Chest
Carolina Accents Moroccan Chest
This Decor Can Be Subtle
Moroccan Décor Can Be Subtle
Decorate with Texture and Detail – Patterned Curtains,Wall Art
With similar patterns and scale, the many decorative elements add together to create a densely detailed group of tiles that typify the way even every day things are full of artistic interest.
Curtain Considerations
Curtains are a the third largest color space with only the walls and the bed having bigger design impact. Make sure yours give the atmosphere and pattern that makes the room.
Details For Your Bedroom Theme – Fabrics and Accents
As you add accents of lanterns, a mix of traditional styled fabrics in the beautiful colors of Moroccan red, blue, and ocher… the room warms and comes alive. The ornate look of filigree stands out against starkly plain walls, sometimes painted in bright colors, or -more often- in a warm off white or creamy beige.
Richly Patterned Bedding
To create a focal point, the bed coverings are an obvious choice. Usually the biggest visual element in the room, the bedding can be layered to produce the patterns and texture that give this style its character.
Traditionally, blue and white or colorful patterns would be used, but more modern tastes veer towards a subdued and sometimes neutral collection of shades. Whatever color scheme you choose be sure to make the bed the center of attraction.
A simple Moroccan bedroom idea
Moroccan End Tables
Wood, metal, or mirrored, Moroccan tables are often ornate and add decorative pattern.
The occasional tables placed bedside or around the room ( next to a comfy reading chair,perhaps?) are the best way to incorporate the feeling of a decorative scheme without a big outlay of your budget. It is also a way to get the feeling without a full commitment to a certain style.
Those with octagonal shapes fit into corners. Make one of the Moroccan end tables your first purchase, then add some accents for a sure way to bring romance to your boudoir.
Side Table With Inlaid Medallian Design
Moroccan Octagonal End Table Silver Metal Camel Bone & Henna Arabic Furniture
The distinctive Octagonal shape that is commonly found in these tables, but with an uncommonly fine inlaid and leather accent.
Moroccan Afro-Berber Table, Rustic
The shape, the color, everything says you have entered a Moroccan oasis of comfort.
Eye-catching Accents
Bring Moroccan Flavor Into The Room
- Brass decorative details for an authentic accent.
- Bring the medallion tile pattern to the floor, with a rug in a light color duo for the bedroom. Many pile rugs have the popular tile patterned design that repeats this familiar Moroccan look.
- A comfy chair for reading or beside the Moroccan table can make a sitting area for morning tea.
Don't forget the small details that add up to the feel of a certain place and time in a room.
Even a nightlight and replacement light switch covers add to the decorative theater of your bedroom oasis.
Small touches of pattern, materials, and accents draw the eye and the imagination.
Moroccan Tea Glasses make lovely accessories in any room, but bring special accents of color in a Morocco nuanced bedroom getaway.
Bedroom Accessories – Take me to the Casbah…
Create An Accent
Something as simple as some ornate tea lights can import the feeling of a faraway clime. Added to bedding and bedside tables, a few decorative accessories convincingly convey a Moroccan hideaway.
A veiled bed
Decorative Light Fixtures
Moroccan light fixtures are unique from any other country in the world. Be sure to add some lanterns, and consider ceiling or sconce fixtures. A Tiffany style lamp could also be added for color and pattern.
Gifts & Decor Copper Finish Iron Moroccan Candle Holder Metalwork, filigree, soft candle light- this gives all the romantic detail of Tangiers nights.
Light fixtures may be one of the easiest ways to inject both ambiance and the feeling of a look like this one. Why not replace generic fixtures with those that give a room an authentic accent? The metalwork will add texture and pattern which allows for simpler bed coverings and less clutter in accessories.
Outfit Your Bedroom With Things You Will Enjoy
A place for tea things on a small table; Poufs and pillows to sit near low tables or in an alcove- details that make this your refuge from the demands of the day.
The boudoir has always been a place to relax, and a Moroccan habit is to take tea with mint in decorative little glasses. These are ideal for bringing color and charm into the décor, while providing a real invitation to have our own teatime break.
Use a side table to fill a corner, a hexagonal shape table is a very useful and eye pleasing shape that fits in almost anywhere.
Pillows are an easy way to add color and texture in Moroccan style.
Decor Ideas – For your Moroccan Oasis
- Moroccan Lighting and Design
A treasure trove of inspirational pictures
- moroccan blue and white stenciling
Making blue stencils- for steps here, but could be used in other ways
Inspirations from the Near East
Romantic Marrakesh in Your Own Home
Alberto Pinto has created this exciting purple dream of a room. It is not insipid as most lavender and purple rooms tend to be, but vibrant. It's richness gives a luxuriant feel to it. another view shows the Moroccan details of screen and mirror surrounded by five decorative plates. So easy to do, but so powerful a visual impact.
Keeping the color range harmonious, there are mixes of pattern. This is the key to mixing patterns, keeping color close and scale of the designs harmonious as well.
He has written a book on how to combine the best of "Orientalism" to create such interiors as this.
Borrow These Colors for Your Bedroom
soft violet, peony pink, and clear gold combine to make a color scheme that is rich and appealing.


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5 Christmas Crafts To Try This Winter
Photo by Annie Spratt on Unsplash
Christmas is fast approaching, which means social media is now filled with everyone's gorgeous Christmas crafts. Whether you're browsing Pinterest or scrolling Instagram, Christmas crafts are absolutely everywhere, so why not get in on the action?
If you have never made any crafts before or if you're a seasoned pro, here are 5 Christmas crafts for you to try this winter:
- Put Together A Christmas Garland For Your Fireplace
If you're lucky enough to have a fireplace in your home then you will know how stunning it looks when it has it's Christmas garland placed over it. Whilst they are much easier to buy, creating your own can be an inexpensive and creative alternative. Simply make a rope using two pairs of tights, then wrap bits of woodland around them. Once you have done this, you can add in any decorations you wish.
Although this is one of the more difficult Christmas crafts, it's also one of the most rewarding as you'll have absolutely everyone complimenting you on your stunning garland. You may even have people asking you to make theirs!
- Craft Tree Decorations For Your Christmas Tree
Christmas tree decorations often hold a special meaning, and what could be more special than ornaments you have made yourself? Whether you make them purely for decoration or you create something to commemorate each year – you'll feel super nostalgic as you get them out again each year.
- Make Your Own Christmas Cards
Writing Christmas cards has become one of those things that people no longer enjoy about Christmas. You get the same cards year in and year out and only give to those that still give to you so you don't seem 'rude'. To add some magic back into Christmas cards, why not consider making your own? There are lots of different ways to craft your own including designing them online, making them from scratch or sending a family photo card. Stock up on art supplies from Brite Crown then for more ideas, you can visit this handy list here.
- Create Your Own Christmas Wreath
One of the most popular Christmas crafts is making your own wreath. Whether you hang yours up in your house or on your front door, they're an incredibly beautiful Christmas decoration that you can tailor to your family. You can use your favourite colours, favourite plants and even get creative with the design by adding in dried fruits, ribbons and glitter. The freedom is completely yours.
- Make Hot Chocolate Jars To Give As Gifts
If you're looking for a Christmas craft you give as a gift, these easy-to-make hot chocolate jars are a great idea. Simply fill a mason jar with hot cocoa, sugar, chocolate chips and marshmallows. You can decorate the jar so it's super festive, or leave it plain so you can see the layered ingredients inside. For a more detailed method, you can visit this site here.
Do you love arts and crafts too? What are your favourite crafts to do at Christmas time? Let me know in the comment section below.


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The Implementation Force (IFOR) was a NATO-led multinational peace enforcement force in Bosnia and Herzegovina under a one-year mandate from 20 December 1995 to 20 December 1996 under the codename Operation Joint Endeavour.
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NATO was responsible for carrying out the Dayton Peace Accords. The Dayton Peace Accords were started on November 22, 1995 by the presidents of Bosnia, Croatia, and Serbia, on behalf of Serbia and the Bosnian Serb Republic. The actual signing happened in Paris on December 14, 1995. The peace accords contained a General Framework Agreement and eleven supporting annexes with maps. The accords had three major goals: ending of hostilities, authorization of military and civilian program going into effect, and the establishment of a central Bosnian government while excluding individuals that serve sentences or under indictment by the International War Crimes Tribunals from taking part in the running of the government. IFOR's specific role was to implement the military Annexes of The General Framework Agreement for Peace (GFAP) in Bosnia and Herzegovina.[1]
IFOR relieved the UN peacekeeping force UNPROFOR, which had originally arrived in 1992, and the transfer of authority was discussed in Security Council Resolution 1031. Almost 60,000 NATO soldiers in addition to forces from non-NATO nations were deployed to Bosnia. Operation Decisive Endeavor (SACEUR OPLAN 40105), beginning 6 December 1995, was a subcomponent of Joint Endeavor.[2]
The Dayton Agreement resulted from a long series of events. Notably, the failures of EU-led peace plans, the August 1995 Croat Operation Storm and its aftermath, the Bosnian Serb atrocities, in particular the Srebrenica massacre, and the seizure of UNPROFOR peace-keepers as human shields against NATO's Operation Deliberate Force.[3]
Admiral Leighton W. Smith, Jr. (Commander in Chief Allied Forces Southern Europe (CINCSOUTH)) acted as the Joint Force Commander for the operation (also known as Commander IFOR (COMIFOR)). He commanded the operation from HQs in Zagreb and later from March 1996 from the Residency in Sarajevo.[4] Lt Gen Michael Walker, Commander Allied Rapid Reaction Corps (ARRC) acted as the Land Component Commander for the Operation, commanding from HQ ARRC (Forward) based initially in Kiseljak and from late January 1996 from HQ ARRC (Main) Ilidža. This was NATO's first ever out-of-area land deployment. The Land Component's part of the operation was known as Operation Firm Endeavour.[5]
At its height, IFOR involved troops from 32 countries and numbered some 54,000 soldiers in-country (BiH) and around 80,000 involved soldiers in total (with support and reserve troops stationed in Croatia, Hungary, Germany, and Italy and also on ships in the Adriatic Sea). In the initial phases of the operation, much of the initial composition of IFOR consisted of units which had been part of UNPROFOR but remained in place and simply replaced their United Nations insignia with IFOR insignia.
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- ↑ "The General Framework Agreement for Peace (GFAP) in Bosnia and Herzegovina". Archived from the original on 2011-09-16. Retrieved 2017-04-17.
- ↑ "bosnia appendix c". Archived from the original on 2008-09-26. Retrieved 2022-11-25.
- ↑ "NATO AIRCRAFT ATTACK BOSNIAN-SERB TANK" (Press release). NATO. 22 September 1994.
- ↑ SFOR leaves Residency Compound
- ↑ Operational Analysis Support to NATO IFOR/SFOR Operations
Further reading[change | change source]
- Charles Bertin, A Summer in Mostar: 50 days with the Salamander Division, January - June 1996 Archived 2011-09-04 at the Wayback Machine
- Lord, Cliff (2004). Royal Corps of Signals: Unit Histories of the Corps (1920–2001) and its Antecedents. Helion & Company. ISBN 978-1-874622-92-5.
- Phillips, R. Cody. Bosnia-Herzegovinia: The U.S. Army's Role in Peace Enforcement Operations 1995–2004. Washington, D.C.: United States Army Center of Military History. CMH Pub 70-97-1. Archived from the original on 2013-12-09.
- Siegel, Pascale (1998). Target Bosnia (PDF).
- Wentz, Larry (1998). Lessons from Bosnia: The IFOR Experience (PDF).
- Lambert, Nicholas (2002). Measuring the Success of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) Operation in Bosnia and Herzegovina 1995 – 2000. Issue 140/2, pp. 459-481. European Journal of Operations Research, Special 2000 Edition.
Other websites[change | change source]
Media related to IFOR at Wikimedia Commons


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Merriam-Webster defines an archive as "a place in which public records or historical materials (such as documents) are preserved." The South Carolina Historical Society is home to the largest private manuscript collection in the state, meaning we do not hold official government records (birth, marriage, death, etc), but we do have personal papers, records of philanthropic and social organizations, parish registers, business records, and much, much more that all pertain to South Carolina and its rich history.
One of my favorite responsibilities as the archivist for the society is to acquire new items for our collection. It's my job to meet with donors to see if their materials fit within the scope of our collection and abide by our collection policy. The collection policy is an important tool that keeps us on the straight and narrow so we don't fill our space with objects that have nothing to do with South Carolina or its people. Once a decision is made, we either ask the donor to sign a deed of gift form signing ownership to the society or, if the item does not fit within our collection, we may recommend another institution as a possible home.
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With four consecutive losses, the Cincinnati Reds have finally slowed down and their 2.5-game lead for the NL Central looks far from safe from the Pittsburgh Pirates. With a win on Wednesday night, the Pirates got one game closer to the division lead and can look to continue to do so on Thursday night against the Arizona Diamondbacks.
To get the win, though, pitcher Wandy Rodriguez will have to get back on track after losing four of his last five starts with one game in which he didn't earn the decision. In his last start, Rodriguez allowed two home runs in seven innings to the Cincinnati Reds.
Rodriguez will look to get back on track when he faces Joe Saunders, who has lost back to back starts of his own. In his last start Saunders was pulled in the seventh inning after allowing two runs and six hits en route to a loss from the Phillies.
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Monday, December 3, 2012
What if I Didn't Know God
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I've been in this explosive zone for the past four years, ever since I began studying out the history of the early church and how so many things taught as infallible doctrine these days were, in fact, very different back then. One of the key things I've learned is that if we know God, it's because God revealed himself to us. If someone doesn't know God, it's b/c God hasn't revealed himself yet. There is a reason for all the verses that talk about Jesus speaking in parables so only those with eyes to see and ears to hear will understand.ReplyDelete
I've been through a lot of ups and downs in my journey, and the phrase "There by the grace of God go I" means everything to me. Unlike many Christians, I don't believe in free will (I think it's an idol for lots of people). In my experience, I didn't initiate the opening of my heart to make a decision to accept Jesus; I was given the gift of belief (Romans 12:3). Many wonderful loving people in my life have not been given the gift of faith, and thus, many don't know God. When I believed they weren't "saved," I was caught in between loving them and witnessing to them. It was an icky feeling b/c as you say, they felt like they were a project. But ever since I learned God has his own plan for each of them, each in their own order, I've been able to concentrate on loving them for who they are and taking them where they're at—no agenda (hidden or overt) to teach them about Jesus.
Sorry for the long comment, Wendy. This land mine (as you say) is very near and dear to my heart. I can't stand the us vs. them/ saved vs. unsaved mentality. It has hurt so many people in the world.Replies
First, LOVE the long comment. Meant it got through or resonated with you. I suspected this one would with many. You make such a valid point about treating people with an agenda. Why is it we think they can't sense or feel that? More and more I'm of the understanding of just how messed up I am and it makes me grateful--for God and His grace. I feel the constant tug to look within and work on my own stuff. It's more of a love thing than a "win over" thing.Delete
Second, (b/c I sort of left that out) I'm really glad you commented, especially because you feel so passionately about this.Delete
I think that people don't respond to someone telling them they need to change or someone looking down on them. Instead, they are drawn to love, acceptance (not of their sin but of them as a person). When we love like that, regardless of circumstances, people want to know why...because that kind of love doesn't just happen. It's God working through us.ReplyDeleteReplies
So right you are, it doesn't just happen. My many tried and failed attempts (on my own accord) are proof. The Pharisee kind of cracks me up, but I feel like I see that attitude so much, even among Christians.Delete
I love this, Wendy. It comes back to humility, doesn't it. Pride makes us think the people around us are projects to be fixed, but humility takes a step back...realizes my own heart is project enough...and Christ is the one to do the real fixing. I still want to love, to be Christ's hands and feet as that saying goes...and like you said, to simply get to know people and connect with them, so I can better know how to love them.ReplyDeleteReplies
I have a theory about how people see Christ's hand and feet at work. I've always believed so much is happening at any given time than meets the eye. I wonder if people aren't receiving glimpses all the time from active, loving Christians who talk little, but respond much.Delete
YES. I LOVE this post. There is nothing more irritating to me than making a person a project. Ugh.ReplyDelete
Great post, Wendy!!!
My pastor just did the most amazing message on grace and one of his comments has stuck with me:
"Grace is attractive to the "unrighteous" but it's threatening to the "righteous""
His context was how Jesus hung out with the not-so-good peeps and all the supposedly good peeps were like, what is he doing? The not-so-good peeps who were not like Jesus...they LIKED him.
Unlike the other guys, which I really hope I never become. Heh.
Merry Christmas, girlie!!Replies
Yeah, I love who Christ hung with.Delete
I can't speak for the larger body of Christians, but I know in my own life there has been a shift of sorts. I was raised with parents who came to Christ in their twenties, after a highschool pregnancy AND marriage (my parents were 17 when they were married) and they were part of the movement that believed they needed to save the world in one generation and I grew up looking at everyone as a project to be saved. Through my own life experiences, and the difficult valleys I've walked through, the Lord has shown me that I am a seed sower, but He makes the seed grow. It isn't up to me to "save" the lost, but to plant Seeds of the Kingdom though my everyday words and actions, regardless of who I'm talking to, regardless of where I am. My words and action shouldn't differ with the crowd I'm with. As a follower of Christ, I'm always ministering and it's not my place to judge, or assume, who "needs" it most.ReplyDeleteReplies
I agree & make no mistake I believe there's a time and place to share what's been done through us. But I think some Christians prematurely jump to it when the message could be better sent through legitimate connection. I too love the seed analogy. Hope I've planted those through the years.Delete
Love this, Wendy! Sometimes when we look at others as "projects" or as less than ourselves, we fail to see what God is truly showing us about ourselves.ReplyDeleteReplies
Agreed & Congrats lady! Getting excited for you.Delete
Love this, Wendy. I don't think anybody wants to be treated like a project, yet I know at certain times throughout my faith journey, I've had this mindset (I'm so thankful for God's grace and other people's grace as well....b/c I'm a hot mess, Wendy-girl). We want to be treated like people. We want to be loved and listened to. As far as I can tell, Jesus never treated anybody like a project. He did life with people and the biggest thing? He served. That's what He did. He loved and He served. He washed dirty feet. He also taught and exhorted and healed and ministered to people.ReplyDelete
I really like what Gabrielle said. We're called to sew seeds. Not fix people. We're all broken. Only God has the power to restore.Replies
Just had a thought, maybe it's not only pride that motivates us to act this way at times, but also a form of laziness. It's easier to view people in this manner--makes it more exterior and less dive in and "do life" necessary. Hmm. Thinking....thinking. Thanks for RT btw.Delete
Amen, Wendy! I've been guilty of all these things, and sometimes I think all God wants me to do is love. I'm the one who makes it more complicated.ReplyDelete
Also love the seed-sower analogy. Like that a lot.
Thanks so much for this post.Replies
I go back and forth about whether loving others is difficult or easy. Pretty sure it's supposed to be easy--when I surrender my mess. But when I'm holding on to the mess there are times it feels near impossible.Delete
Thank you, thank you, thank you for saying this. I sometimes think when I see certain bumper stickers, "If I was not a Christian, that wouldn't encourage me to become one."ReplyDelete
People have souls and feelings.
We are called to love, God takes care of the rest. We should look at every person with the intention of just loving them better without withholding because of their actions, this shows judgement, not our job...ReplyDeleteReplies
You said it. I think my last comment is where it gets muddy. Loving, truly loving can get complicated at times. When our love is abused, manipulated, taken for granted, etc. But we are still called to it even though it takes different forms. It's the forms that can get tricky.Delete
Tears, Wendy. This post is just what I needed to read today. I'm saying goodbye to people here, wondering if I've sown any seeds. Resting in God's grace. Trusting He works through my mess.ReplyDelete
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