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As the week begins the Gregg family rises to new challenges. Parents toil for their living to maintain a roof over their heads. Children are off to school or some form of higher education. My grandson is making his normal rounds before off to pre-school while his sister is still asleep.
Greggs are out fishing for daily living while others are at their career best. We are a proud family and living life to the max.
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Map of the local innovation industry.
Meet some of the best and newest startups based in Boston.
Dev agency for API-driven startups.
Create flexible data endpoints, abstract the boring stuff & focus on buiding your app.
Build and surf data wormholes across the World wide web
"Search" is no longer about finding every web document with a set of keywords, it is about finding "diamonds" in the ocean of inaccurate, irrelevant, useless data. Would you rather spend hours trying to divine which key words to plug into search box and guessing ...
Predictive, collective threat intelligence.
GreatHorn is the world's first big-data driven predictive security platform, using deep learning to help information security professionals understand threats before they become breaches, and reducing the time, cost, and experience required to meet complex regulatory ...
StitchFix for menswear essentials
Most men shop in generic terms. Men know they need 'jeans, chinos and shirts for work,' but don't have the patience or interest to seek it out. Both online and in-store are time-consuming, chaotic and full of wasted effort. Men want an efficient, effective shopping ...
Connecting International Entrepreneurs with the US Market
Dat Venture's mission is to connect founders abroad with local US resources so they can build teams, validate ideas, and engage with potential customers and investors. The vision is to become the gateway for international startups to enter the United States via ...
Predictive Analytics for Manufacturing
Skedastic brings real-time predictive analytics to manufacturing.
Image search platform for Instagram, Tumblr, Twitter and Pinterest
750 million photos are shared every day on social media networks. Passionate fans post images of teams and products they love, but fewer and fewer of those photos are tagged with words or hashtags. Ditto has a proprietary visual recognition engine that discovers ...
Broadly integrate and curate many existing and future data sources efficiently at scale
Tamr was founded in the Fall of 2012 by Dr. Mike Stonebraker and Andy Palmer. Tamr is headquartered in Cambridge, MA, and is based on research conducted at M.I.T., Brandeis, and Qatar Computing Research Institute (QCRI). Tamr enables organizations to broadly ...
Invite-only mailing list.
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Apparel suggestions through Machine Learning
ClothesPin is an apparel ratings, reviews, and suggestions website currently in early development. It allows users to search, rate, and review fashion products. Rather than browsing through irrelevant and biased reviews found on large retail websites (such as Amazon), ...
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"Strikeforce: Destruction" competitors Scott Smith and Joe Riggs, who both compete on Friday's HDNet-televised main card, are booked as guests for today's edition of TAGG Radio.
Smith meets Terry Martin and Joe Riggs takes on Luke Stewart at the event, which takes place at the HP Pavilion in San Jose, Calif.
TAGG Radio, the official radio partner of MMAjunkie.com, airs at noon ET (9 a.m. PT) at www.taggradio.com.
MMAjunkie.com's John Morgan and Dann Stupp guest host.
As a reminder, MMAjunkie.com will be on scene for "Strikeforce: Destruction" this weekend and will have full coverage of the weigh-ins and Friday's HDNet-televised event, as well as all the post-show fallout.


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Questions arising about a former Packers player and his foundation. The I-Team looked into money given to the Santana Dotson Foundation and whether all of it went where he said it did. The investigation began after a tip from sports talk radio host Bill Michaels. He pointed us to a legal settlement involving Santana Dotson and a local woman.
Kristin Magolan from Mukwonago dated Dotson for a few years. She says she trusted him. But, in 2016 Magolan sued Dotson saying he never repaid loans totaling hundreds of thousands of dollars and accused Dotson of using her credit cards without permission.
"Rightfully that money's mine and my children's," Magolan said. She can't talk about the details of the settlement. The I-Team dug into court documents.
The settlement agreement from June shows more than $500,000 in loans to Dotson and the foundation. Magolan agreed to consider the loans a donation to the Foundation, making the $500,000 eligible for a tax deduction. Dotson agreed to pay Magolan $20,000 for personal debts.
"And that's where things get a little bit weird and different," said Joseph Wall, an accounting professor at Marquette University. We asked Wall to look into the Foundation.
Dotson has made several scheduled payments on the settlement, but it's unclear whether he is paying the personal debts. Copies of the checks show payments coming from his non-profit foundation.
"The check coming straight with his signature usually suggests that one of two things is happening. If it's done properly it's a payment from the Foundation to someone who lent them money, Or it's done improperly it's a payment to someone on a personal basis," Wall said.
Wall said it is possible for a foundation to make a loan to a board member, but said good accounting practices require the foundation to issue a loan as a lump sum- not as individual payments directly to a third party.
"It would make things not match up with what we can see," said Wall.
The settlement states the Foundation "does not currently have the ability to make any payments on said loans."
On September 3rd, Dotson appeared in Brookfield for his Foundation. According to an Instagram post about the event "they will be using the funds to help Houston children with school supplies and other necessities." The event raised almost $18,000.
The I-Team asked Magolan how she feels that Dotson is paying personal debts with the Foundation's money. She said she is "distraught."
Magolan got a $1,000 check from the Dotson Foundation just weeks after the September event.
Without transparency, Wall said the foundation's tax filings raise some questions about where donated money might be going.
"They had a stated goal of giving scholarships to the impoverished community. If they would show the paper trail for that, it would let us all know where the money went," Wall said.
Foundations only have to do that if they're bringing in or spending more than $50,000 a year. The Dotson Foundation hasn't filed detailed tax forms since 2011. Despite the fact that Magolan's suit alleges they got ten times that over two years.
Magolan sat down with us because she wants people to expect more from the former Packer and his foundation.
Magolan said she can't comment on whether or not fundraiser money going on now is going to where Dotson says it's going.
The I-Team called Dotson, and both emailed and called the foundation. No communication was returned.
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On August 24, 1981, Mark David Chapman was sentenced to 20 years to
life for the murder of John Lennon, a founding member of The Beatles.
On December 8, 1980, Chapman shot and killed the 40-year-old singer,
songwriter, outside Lennon's New York City apartment building, the
Dakota, where he lived with his wife Yoko Ono and their young son
John Lennon signs an autograph for Mark Chapman (right) – his murderer. December 8, 1980.
Mark David Chapman turned 64 in May.
Chapman's requests for parole have all been
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At first glance you'd think Kristin Jarvis Adams was your typical Eastside mom with two kids, a lovely home with a proverbial white picket fence, and a side business. That is what you may think but you'd be wrong.
Adams and her family survived one of the most gut wrenching and emotional ordeals over a 10-year period and luckily for all those who follow, she's written a book to tell her story.
The book, "The Chicken Who Saved Us: The Remarkable Story of Andrew and Frightful", is receiving rave reviews from parents and doctors alike. After reading it myself, I can only join in the accolades.
Adams grew up on the Eastside and attended Woodinville High School in the 80's. She attended the University of Washington and graduated with a BFA in Graphic Design. She married her high school sweetheart, Jon Adams, in 1990 and they started their family. Andrew was first then three years later Hannah joined the family.
"Andrew is autistic and didn't utter a word until he was four," according to Adams. From there he spoke in riddles and the family was always struggling to decode his language. When Andrew was 8 years old and Hannah was 5, the family went to DeYoung's Feed Store for the annual Chick Fest. Andrew discovered a bin of baby chickens on the far side of the room. They were Araucana hens and Tony the store clerk told him that they lay beautiful blue eggs.
A few minutes later, Andrew approached his parents gently cupping a splotchy brown and black chick in his hands and announced, "She is my new friend. I'd like to bring her home with me." Adams said that she was astonished he had spoken so clearly. That sentence along with the children's pleas were all they needed and next thing you know they are heading home with six chicks and all the items needed to raise them.
Andrew told his parents her name was Frightful. When asked why he called her Frightful he replied, "Because she told me that was her name." When pressed he added "She will be brave for me. Frightful will save me."
Frightful was not only Andrew's best friend but his confident as well with him admitting to her one summer afternoon "I think my body is trying to kill me."
Adams admitted, "Andrew was sick pretty much his entire childhood. It became critical when he was 16 years old."
In and out of doctor's offices, hospital emergency rooms, then eventually moving into to the hospital at 16 years old, Andrew was in constant excruciating pain. When he was finally diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder, the doctors were then baffled as to how to cure him or at least help lesson the pain.
Hannah adored her brother and throughout it all stayed strong and seemed to understand her role in the family, eventually saving Andrew's life.
Frightful of course couldn't visit at the hospital but stayed ever vigilant to her best friend at home on her perch by the window and via technology at the hospital.
Adams and her husband did what they could to save their son and keep their heads above water for what seemed like eternity. They are forever grateful for friends and family that stepped in and up so that they could focus on Andrew.
While reading her story, there were moments where I laughed out loud and other moments where I quietly sobbed. Adams captured the truism to dealing with a child's life-threatening illness within a family unit and at the hospital surrounded by other parents and caregivers. "There is a whole world going on inside these [hospital] walls," she said.
When asked why she decided to relive the ordeal and tell her story she said, "I felt the need and wanted people to know that you are not alone." I am confident that anyone who is a parent or caregiver would benefit by reading her book.
Adams admits that many people have reached out with thanks and the book has touched people in different ways. One man wrote to her and said, "Oh my God you absolutely changed how I looked at my family's situation." Adams said, "He was the Hannah in the story."
Frightful lived to the ripe old age of 10…just long enough to see her friend Andrew come home from the hospital. Adams said that the phrase "Chick, chick, chickadee" became one that she knows had a bit of magic in it. Andrew would likely say to this day "Frightful saved my life."
Andrew is now 25 years old and doing well. He was able to graduate from high school and worked for the past three years as a prep chef. He is now thinking of his next step and as a family they are feeling things through and trying things on for size.
I asked Adams her advice for other parents faced with a life threatening illness. She said "As a mama bear you protect your young over anything. That was the biggest thing for many years for my husband and I. When the illness blossomed like a mushroom cloud, it took over our lives. We tried to suck it up. Eventually I just called the church and asked for help." The church responded by offering support to the family in every way possible. When Adams first shared her story, the pastor said, "We've got this and we'll hold the story for you." From there she learned it is so important to share/tell your story so others can "hold it" for you. Be connected to community…they can help.
"The Chicken Who Saved Us: The Remarkable Story of Andrew and Frightful" has won the Gold IPPY Award. It is available wherever books are sold and at the Woodinville Barnes and Noble.
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Due to the fluidity of the situation surrounding COVID19, we will be implementing a monthly payment schedule rather than by 2-month and 6-month periods. We wish to give you the freedom to try as many classes as you may wish during this period, so we know exactly what to offer for our spring semester, as well as upcoming years. Percentage discounts will be given for 3-month and unlimited classes pricing (please request further information from instructors). Fall/Winter semester will start Monday, September 14th, for a prorated amount of 3 classes in Sept.
Performance Costume, DVD, and Picture Fees will be announced during the school year.
Yanlai Dance Academy provides many performance opportunities throughout the year for dancers to share the stage with local and performing artists. Dancers gain confidence to express themselves, acquire stage experience build team spirit, and as well as improve social skills. Thus, participation in performances enhances personal characters as well as dance ability. So we strongly encourage our students to attend as many performances as possible if their schedule permits. Especially for the group dance your attendance will be very important to other dance-mates. If you can't commit to the performance please immediately tell us, at most within a week after you get performance schedule.
We also encourage YDA students to participate individually in any dance competitions or some of performances that are not sponsored by YDA. However, students are required to inform Yanlai in advance of such an event. Prior to the performance, an announcement should be made both verbally and in the program book that the performer is a student from YDA.
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YDA's annual public performance is a non-profit event created for our students to showcase their talents. In order to cover the operational costs, we need each family to sell a minimum of four tickets. Please note that the family members of the student (parents, grandparents, siblings) will also need tickets to attend the performance. The design of the annual performance program is strictly at the discretion of the school director. Thank you for your support in advance!


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in: Holland: historisch tijdschrift 49.4 (2017) pp. 177-184.
This paper examines how the rich data from the Enqueste and Informacie, two late medieval surveys for the County of Holland, can be linked to historical GIS maps of Holland. This allows scholars to research demographic and socioeconomic developments in this important area of the Low Countries in new and more detailed ways.
The original source publications by Robert Fruin (and other related publications on the Enqueste and Informacie) can be found here.


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I found Scott Adam's recent thesis that we're entering a "golden age" to be interesting — it was the first time I had heard someone talk about events in the world the way he did. Adams' tweet came up as a suggestion to look at because I'm a Chance The Rapper fan, and I was following the thread around Chance and Kanye. I found Adams' thinking quite different than the norm, and thus I bookmarked it as interesting on Twitter with a retweet. Turns out that Adams had an unusual thesis because there was a subtext behind it that I wasn't aware of.
About an hour later, I quickly learned that for me to retweet Mr. Adam's post would signify something unintentional. A fellow alerted me passionately that I was doing a disservice by re-sharing that post. Huh? So I did a search on Adams because I only know him as the creator of Dilbert (which I love). I then learned more about Adams' current reputation. I thought, "Woah — so that means … if I retweeted something by Adams, then everyone will think … hmmmm." So I "un"-retweeted it because that it wasn't my intention to make a political statement.
What did I learn?
I used to use Twitter as a way to keep a "bookmark" of things that I found different and interesting. I've also used it as a way to ensure that I'm always hearing things that I might not like to hear — that way I can stay outside of my own comfortable bubble. Back in the day, nobody really used Twitter — so I found it to be a useful bookmarking and research tool. But the tenor of Twitter has changed so much over these recent years — that said I've found it worthwhile as a way to scan a lot of folks' "top-of-minds." Though I'm feeling more and more that it's time to use Twitter way differently than I have used it in the past.
I'm glad I've re-started blogging again … it's a lot less easy to be interpreted out of context. That said, I'm always glad to get feedback as I can learn quickly — whether by Twitter or F2F or by any means. Thanks, Stephen! —JM


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Udaipur : Monster Energy, the number one energy drink from the US, has launched their sugar free, no calorie product "Ultra" in India. For the launch, Monster Energy has collaborated with 6-times X Games gold
medalist and stuntman, Jackson Strong. Jackson will be recreating the infamous TukTuk chase scene from the classic James Bond movie Octopussy, which was filmed in Udaipur in 1983.
Upon arriving in India directly from his 6th gold medal win, Jackson comments: "I'm very excited to be here and to be part of this project with Monster Energy. I'm a huge fan of James Bond, especially for the stunts. It's my honor to get a chance to recreate the immortalized Octopussy scene after 36 years."
Monster Energy India's Country Manager, MuffadelJanjira comments "We are proud to announce the launch of our new sugar free, no calorie product "Ultra" in India. We believe this great tasting, citrus flavored beverage will continue to support the passions of India's active and social youth." Ultra is now available pan-India from the month of September.
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"In order to understand the world, one has to turn away from it on occasion." – Albert Camus
To step away from the machine…
is sometimes the most challenging move we can make.
There is ALWAYS another…
…call that could/should/would be made.
…project or follow-up that ought to be handled.
…hole in the dike or problem that should be managed.
…next-level vision or dream that needs to be implemented.
…and so on, and so forth, ad infinitum, ad nauseum.
We can become so hypnotized by the back-and-forth pocket watch of our work, business, routine, and schedule that the mere idea of retreating for sanity's sake is quickly rationalized away as impossible.
But what's possible inside a machine except more of the same? More of the same is never about possibility.
Think of it: a toaster's job is to make toast. There's no meaning involved for the toaster. It just makes toast.
Ideally, the difference between us and machines is that we can comprehend, appreciate, and be inspired by meaning.
A personal escape now and again — whether it be a 3-day silent retreat, a ski trip or hiking trek into the mountains, a regular walk on the beach every evening, or a simple 10-minute fresh-air flight from the cubicle — can reintroduce meaning to the machine.
Far better than a RE-treat, however, which implies going back, giving yourself a BE-treat makes you available for a less predictable future…because you're more present.
How can you betreat yourself into the present today?
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- Science
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Our Cousins Are Sick
Bonobos, along with chimpanzees, are our closest living relatives. Unfortunately the entire species has dwindled down to a few thousand survivors, all in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This morning I got a worrying email from Vanessa Woods, a bonobo expert who's at a bonobo research facility in DRC:
In the last month, a flu epidemic has hit the bonobo sanctuary where we work: Lola ya bonobo (www.friendsofbonobos.org). It is the only bonobo sanctuary in the world, with over 60 orphans from the bushmeat trade.
The virus has infected over 20 bonobos and counting, and has already killed four. Another 3 have died, we aren't sure of the cause, so it could be as many as seven, which means the sanctuary has already lost over a tenth of its population.
The symptoms are a dry cough, followed by a runny nose. But then the bonobos start hyperventilating, it's like they can't get enough air. They die as quickly as 72 hours after the initial symptoms. The problem is, the virus hasn't seem to run its course, it's been through the nursery twice, and is bouncing back and forth between the enclosures.
The only enclosure that is safe is the quarantined bonobos who will be released back into the wild in June this year.
Bonobos, known as the peaceful ape, are also the most endangered, with as few as 10,000 left in the wild. They share 98.7% of our DNA, like chimps, but unlike chimps who have murder, rape, and war in their societies, bonobos communities are female dominated and have very little violence. Their similarity to humans is why the virus could jump so quickly.
Lola ya Bonobo is critical to the conservation of bonobos, both through education (30,000 Congolese visit the sanctuary every year, most of them school children) and the release project which will be the first time bonobos have been released into the wild.
The economic crisis has also hit Congo, and the sanctuary is down $33,000 for food this year. No food = no medicine, and the drugs and equipment to treat this kind of epidemic are expensive.
If anyone has heard of anything like this illness in great apes, please write to firstname.lastname@example.com. If people would like to donate, please visit www.friendsofbonobos.org/support.htm .


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I do (subtle) cat-eye eyeliner every day (well, sometimes I give my eyes a break on weekends) and it really makes me feel like my day is starting and I am ready to go out into the world!
I feel prettiest when I have gone to a really great, sweaty, yoga class, taken a hot shower, moisturized, and then I put on my eyeliner and my chapstick (and my favorite bra ;) ).
I agree! I always feel really pretty after Bikram Yoga. :) And in my favorite Calvin Klein underwear. Will you please put an eyeliner tutorial on your blog? I would *love* to see the subtle cat-eye technique!!! xoDelete
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The big wow for today is Lunch Studio on Saveur's Sites We Love, on the Daily Fare front page! And if you're looking tomorrow when it has migrated to another page, here we are in all our glory!
That's a lot of exclamation marks, but I think deservedly so, no?
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congrats, ladies! that's tres exciting!
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Over the years, Custom Challenge Coins has had the privilege of working on some truly amazing military coin designs. While every coin we create holds deep meaning, there are a few that have really resonated with us or stuck in our memories. We've selected a few of our absolute favorite designs to share with you.
Talk about a fun design. Even if you haven't seen Guardians of the Galaxy (which you should, just for the talking raccoon), you can immediately appreciate all of the hard work and craftsmanship that went into this coin.
Let's start with its unique shape. When you think "coin," you're probably picturing something like a circular medallion, right? Well, our design process allows us to create different shapes and sizes with ease. This rectangular design was perfect for a recreation of the font from the film that inspired this coin.
As you can see throughout this military challenge coin design, the level of detail is impeccable. From the stars that are making up the galaxy to the sheen of the lettering itself, this coin was a true joy to craft. The coin uses translucent enamel to give it that perfectly shimmery look. It's almost glossy but in a way that isn't overly flashy or showy. On top of that, the back is intricately detailed and truly speaks to the heart of the design. Hats off to the Coast Guard members carrying this coin because it's a special one.
Just by looking at the finished project, you can tell that this is a standout amongst military challenge coin designs. From the striking imagery to the sharpness of the lettering across the coin, each and every detail is perfectly in place. While this coin design does use a more muted color palette, the small pops of red and the distinction between hues truly help create a one-of-a-kind coin. When you look at the back, you see even more of the finesse. With the bright flourish of the central focus against the black background, the color contrast immediately draws in the eye.
This coin was crafted with a mix of polished brass and black nickel. It then underwent a fairly unique sandblasting process that isn't incredibly common in coin creation. As you can see, that extra time and effort really paid off. From the clarity of the coin's details to the just-right tone, coloring, and texture, this creation was one that challenged us and really put our team's skills to the ultimate test. Not to pat ourselves on the back too much, but it's definitely a job well-done.
If you're designing a coin, you think you'd want it to be as polished and pristine as possible, right? The design intent behind this particular coin took a dramatically different approach. The purpose of many military challenge coin designs is to look a little flashy and bold. The Army Garrison Stuttgart coin took an intentionally rough-around-the-edges approach and the end result is truly a standout amongst many similar coins. Take a look at the front. While the design itself is impeccably recreated, the coin shows signs of purposeful wear and tear. The edges of the coin look chipped and the overall effect seems as though this particular coin has been in circulation for years, if not decades.
When you look at the back, it tells a different story. The lettering is precise and easy-to-read. The colors of the flags are distinct and the lines are clear while retaining their sharpness. While the coin itself represents the rough and tumble spirit of the garrison, the craftsmanship still holds true to our standards. It's a perfect mixture of seemingly conflicting styles that resulted in a brilliant finished piece. It was a risky choice but it really paid off in the end.
If you like a lot of colors, you're going to love this coin just as much as we do. It's bold. It's bright. It stands out from the crowd. This coin was truly a pleasure to work on and our passion definitely shows in the final design. Let's start with the front. Immediately, you see this bright, captivating blue that is contrasted by the brilliant red swords. The dragon's eye is also red so you have an interesting focal point. The black and silver edges of the coin help that central design stand out even more. However, this doesn't mean that quality was sacrificed around the edges. The silver lettering pops against the black background and, while it's distinct, it doesn't distract from the overall effect.
Then, when you flip the coin over, you get to see some truly intricate detail and coloring. The lines of the dragon are sharp and defined. The different splotches of camo serve a dual purpose as they almost look like a dragon's scales, too. Again, a bright pop of red lettering draws the eye but it quickly returns to the dragon with its lime-green eyes and flickering tongue. Not every design works with these many colors or details but this one is a coin that will be treasured by its carriers for years to come.
Of course, there are plenty more military challenge coin designs that we love and value. If we were being honest, we could list almost any of our designs here. However, these four are truly representative of the work we do at Custom Challenge Coins. We can create designs that are fun and whimsical. We can create coins that are serious and reflect the honor and integrity of the service members that hold them. Our passion and commitment go into each and every coin we create. The team at Custom Challenge Coins aims to create unique designs that carry the memories and traditions of every military member.
If you want to learn more about our military challenge coin designs or if you already have some ideas in mind, contact us today. We're happy to provide you with additional information and give you a quote for your military challenge coin design.


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What would I do without glasses?!
jessica is weird
Monday, February 3, 2014
Wednesday, January 29, 2014
January photo a day 29 "window"
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Tuesday, January 28, 2014
January photo a day 28 "dinner" plus we had another "ice day!"
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Monday, January 27, 2014
January photo a day 27 "something I bought"
I bought nothing today but we bought loads of fruit at the grocery store yesterday. Do you all think it's true that cutting the tops off strawberries helps them keep longer?
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January photo a day 26 "fun stuff"
I ended up over-doing the "fun stuff" but it was fun while it lasted. I went on my first walk with Bobby and the dog and it was gorgeous outside. I hate to say it but 75 degrees! (Chance of sleet tonight)
I should have done more of this:
January photo a day 26 "fun stuff"
I ended up over-doing the "fun stuff" but it was fun while it lasted. I went on my first walk with Bobby and the dog and it was gorgeous outside. I hate to say it but 75 degrees! (Chance of sleet tonight)
I should have done more of this:
Sunday, January 26, 2014
January photo a day 25 "a taste of winter"
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Friday, January 24, 2014
January photo a day 24 "my space"
Snow Day!
Outside our back door, "snow" blankets the patio and yard.
All schools, including UT, closed today! So many happy kids and teachers in the city right now. My center even got to be closed today. Figures since I'm off from work. But honestly the issue around here is icy roads. Every road seems to be elevated or includes a flyover so they easily freeze and we are not equipped with much salt, etc. to take care if it. There have been hundreds of accidents since last night so I am thankful that I do not have to go out there. But more snow really would have been awesome. You always want what you don't have. Am I right or am I right?
January photo a day 23 "bedtime"
Cold enough for a sweater
Big news around here is how cold it is (for Austin) and the precipitation! So far there's a two hour school delay due to icy roads.
This afternoon I was excited to see the tiniest bit of white stuff.
Today was full of typing up diaries and cuddle time with Choji. Hoping for more of that tomorrow.
Wednesday, January 22, 2014
January photo a day 22 "nice"
Girl, I tell you what...I thought I was going to be making a trip to the emergency room this morning. I was woken up at 6:30 by some of the worst pain I've ever experienced. Cold sweats and lots of cursing and whining took place until the pain meds kicked in about an hour later. So I am loving me some "nice." I am so lucky to be getting a lot of it from friends and family. Amazing how healing just feeling loved and thought of is. And the bonus nice? Gifts :)
My favorite tea from Susan. I want to go to Paris just so I can visit this tea shop.
Thank you ladies! These are such treats!
Most of my time at home this week has been spent working on my next Mortified piece for our Valentine's Day show. It is taking me forever so I'm thankful for some extra time on my hands. I've also watched Teen Mom 2 marathons and learned that there's a show called Paternity Court. SMH
Speaking of love and Valentine's Day, I busted out some scrapbooking paper, shopped my own knick knacks, and decorated our mantel for the holiday. It's fun to change things up in the house.
What a great excuse for me to incorporate more of one of my favorite colors: pink.
All in all, like I said yesterday, I can't complain. The "nice" is awesome.
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January photo a day 21"blue"
This was a neighborhood estate sale find and for some reason it spoke to me. Like what you like, right!?
Okay, I'm not gonna lie, I'm hurting today. Surgery was on Friday and I'm doing a pretty good job of taking it easy. Today I woke up with pain, had a decent first half of the day and then it got bad again. That's with an 800 mg ibuprofen. I caved and took a real pain med tonight and I'm still waiting for it to kick in. This whole time I've said I can't complain but now I'm complaining and getting frustrated. I've got five more days to rest but I am worried about returning to work on Monday. Okay, forcing positive thoughts now. Tomorrow is a new day! Good night and thank you ladies for the kind texts and emails! It means the world! XOXO
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MG Niche Flair Limited (Woven) is a 100% exported oriented garments factory of Mohammadi Group. The factory was established in 2016 with all the advanced technology, latest computerized machinery, and specialist technicians.
- Number of Line: 13
- Year of establishment: 2016
- Factory space: 1,20,000 sq.ft
- Number of employees: Male 919, Female 881, Total 1,800
- Production capacity: 300,000 pcs per month
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- Ground Floor: Child Care, Doctor's Room, Generator Room, Security Room. Sewing Floor, Finishing, Fabric Warehouse.
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New Details On Multiplayer And Editor For Iron Front: Liberation 1944
Recently, Deep Silver and X1 Software/AWAR revealed some new details on the Multiplayer and Editor of their upcoming title, Iron Front: Liberation 1944. The game is scheduled for a May 25th release, exclusively for the PC!
The Editor of Iron Front: Liberation 1944 allows you to create new battles varying from small engagements to large scale combat. Besides the basic combat units of both sides, players can use a big number of various buildings, military objects, destroyed vehicels, road signs and other things to design the missions and create an authentic atmosphere.
The Multiplayer mode of Iron Front: Liberation 1944 contains various game types. Next to common Multiplayer modes like "Capture the Flag" and "Deathmatch", "Tanks Only" and "Blitzkrieg" offer a more specific multiplayer experience to gamers: "Tanks Only", as seen from the name, is a team death match featuring tank units only. In "Blitzkrieg", players fight for the control of certain spawn points. The mission can be set with various amounts of infantry, tanks, vehicles and aircrafts. One team defends, while the other teams does a fierce storm of the enemy's strongpoints.
See new screenshots of the Multiplayer and Editor below! (Clicking on an image triggers the gallery for easier viewing).


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It's amazing the power that purchasing can have. By that I mean, after going to…
Simple Party Appetizer: Pancetta and Pear Bites
I really wanted to make a unique party appetizer, so I searched Google a bit and finally settled on using Bon Appétit's recipe as my foundation to spin off of. With this recipe, I went back and forth about using goat cheese or feta…I admit it, I have a strong love hate relationship with goat cheese. Sometimes it's the perfect addition, like the one I bought from Shepherd's Whey Creamy, and other times it just doesn't work for me. Unfortunately, this is one of those times I didn't really love it, but I'm willing to give it another try with some adjustments.
My own additions are the honey and pepper; next time I'll use feta cheese and I think it would be interesting to try prosciutto instead. Hmm, perhaps I'll update this post in the future with some of the changes I have in mind. For now, here's how it went!
What you'll need
2 Pears
Goat cheese
Thinly slice the pears into circles. I wish would have gone back and made a couple of mine more thin, but they aren't bad if they are a tad thick. In Bon Appétit's recipe, they place pieces of pancetta on a baking sheet in one layer and preheat the oven to 450°. They recommend cooking it for 10 minutes, but mine came out soooo crunchy, basically burned. I would not heat the oven to 450° again! Set your oven to a temperature you're comfortable with then check it often since the slices are thin.
Once the meat is done, start assembling the toppings on the pear slices. Put slices of pancetta down and crumble goat cheese on top, then crack a small amount of pepper over everything. Sprinkle on thyme and grab a spoon to lightly drizzle honey on top.
That's everything! It's so quick and easy that if you're in a hurry to whip something up for a get-together, here's your answer.
Did you try it out? Let me know what changes you made on Instagram and join the conversation on Twitter or #MyStyleFoods


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LEE COUNTY, Fla. – Local authorities are searching for a man seen stealing items from a car in Lee County.
At 2:30 a.m. Sunday, a resident in the 15000 block of Glendale Lane in Lee County heard a noise outside his home, according to Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers. When he went to check it out, he saw the headlights of his car on and an unidentified man inside the car.
When the victim started yelling, the burglar took off on a bicycle, Crime stoppers said. A few items were taken out of the car, but it's not known if other cars in the neighborhood were burglarized early Sunday morning.
Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-780-TIPS or submit an online tip.


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In the megahome market, $100 million is the new $50 million.
It wasn't that long ago that a $50 million home sale was big news. Now, $100 million home sales are becoming a monthly occurrence.
Three homes have already sold this year for more than $100 million. The latest, according to the New York Post, is an 18-acre oceanfront estate in the Hamptons that sold for $147 million. The buyer was reported to be hedge funder Barry Rosenstein of Jana Partners.
The deal came just a few weeks after the sale of Copper Beech Farm in Greenwich, Connecticut. The 51-acre waterfront estate sold for a reported $120 million, although the buyer hasn't been identified. That followed close behind the $102 million sale of the Fleur de Lys estate in Los Angeles. While the buyer in that deal also hasn't been identified, several have reported that it's a "secretive French billionaire."
Read More$237M apartment sale sets record
The sales may signify nothing more than three different properties finding just the right buyer at the right time. But prior to the Big Three, there were only two existing-home sales in the U.S. believed to sell for more than $100 million. The first was the Palo Alto Loire Chateau in Los Altos Hills, Calfornia, purchased for $100 million in 2011 by Russian tech tycoon Yuri Milner.
The second was a home in nearby Woodside that was purchased last year for a reported $117 million. The buyer was reported to be billionaire Masayoshi Son of Softbank.
Other properties that sold for nine-figures were mostly land—like Ron Baron's 2007 purchase of 40 acres of land in the Hamptons for $103 million. That land is also on Further Lane, where Rosenstein reportedly made his purchase of the $147 million property.
Read MoreConnecticut estate sells for a record $120 million
Yet the recent sales show that the rise of the $100 million home is no longer fantasy in the real-estate world.
"The trophy property phenomenon is not abating," said Jonathan Miller of real-estate appraisal firm Miller Samuel. "And this is a global trend, this is not unique to the U.S."
Indeed, nine-figure real-estate deals are part of a worldwide surge in megahome prices, driven by a jump in the number of billionaires looking for safer places to put their mounting piles of cash.
A 16,000-square-foot apartment in London just sold for $236 million, believed to be one of the highest—if not the highest— price ever paid for a piece of residential real estate.
Read MoreThese cities are rising real estate stars
Just a few years ago, sales of more than $80 million or even $50 million were big news in certain cities. Now, "those sales of $80 million or $90 million prices look quaint," Miller said. And once one billionaire pays $100 million for a house, it's easier for others to justify it—to the public and to themselves.
"It's like they get the green light," Miller said.
The most surprising fact about the $100 million home boom is that none of the sales was in New York City. While plenty of publications predicted a $100 million sale in New York City, the Big Apple has yet to see a confirmed sale at that price.
—By CNBC's Robert Frank.


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A long time ago in a galaxy really rather close to home, George Lucas unleashed Star Wars upon the moviegoing masses, introducing one of the very first high-profile space Westerns to light up the silver screen. Since then, the franchise has taken many cues from the Western genre both in terms of characters and locations – think of Boba Fett or the Mos Eisley Cantina. One such example of a Western trope is, of course, Han Solo, the roguish outlaw who will soon be placed front and center for Chris Miller and Phil Lord's 2018 origin story.
Expected to enter production soon after the turn of the year, Miller and Lord's anthology film is still in search of an official title – surely Han Solo: A Star Wars Story is too obvious? – though while speaking to Variety about the overall status of the rejuvenated Star Wars franchise (via /Film), Lucasfilm head Kathleen Kennedy noted that the Han Solo spinoff will incorporate elements of heist and Western movies.
This moves closer to a heist or Western type feel. We've talked about [Frederic] Remington and those primary colors that are used in his paintings defining the look and feel of the film.
That certainly makes a lot of sense. Solo is a character that thrives in those arid environments; he's a smuggler first and foremost, and is constantly evading law and order while plundering exterior planets for loot and treasure. As for the aesthetic, the painter Kennedy refers to here is Frederic Remington, a 19th century artist famous for his portraits of the American West. If Rogue One is set to chronicle a Rebel heist in gritty fashion, Chris Miller and Phil Lord look set to take the anthology format and craft a story that is decidedly different from the core timeline, and that can only be a good thing.
Lastly, with Emilia Clarke now on board, the principal cast for the Han Solo spinoff includes Alden Ehrenreich as the title lead and Donald Glover, who landed the role of the young Lando Calrissian only a few weeks ago.
Expect the Han Solo anthology movie to check into theaters on May 25, 2018. Next to tumble off the Star Wars conveyor belt is Rogue One on December 16 of this year, which is reportedly eyeing up an opening weekend in the realm of $130 million across North America.


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Mrs. Louisa Catherine Adams
Despite Abigail's disapproval, Louisa was an ideal wife for John Quincy while they lived within the circle of European and American elite; as a wife of a Bostonian, Louisa fails miserably.
Mrs. Abigail Adams
Abigail Adams, wife of John Adams, is the ideal eighteenth-century woman. Abigail's disapproval of Louisa (Johnson) as a suitable match for her son, John Quincy, provides insight into Adams' idea of women. He says that this moment of disapproval teaches the correctness of women's judgment.
Brooks Adams
While Adams teaches at Harvard, he rooms in the same house as his brother, Brooks, who was attending law school. Brooks, younger by a decade, influences Adams' thinking about history. Brooks "taught [Adams] that the relation between civilizations was that of trade." Due to Brooks' influence, Adams searches the ancient trading routes for "a city of thought" but does not find one.
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What better way to fight the quarantine blues than crafting to your little heart's content? We know just how difficult it can be to stay in your home day after day, avoiding other people and any sort of physical contact. You can start to feel a little stir-crazy, especially after the cabin fever that the winter season just dumped on us. Read on for some great projects to help you fight those quarantine blues and come out of this with some great projects under your belt.
A lot of people are getting started on their Christmas and holiday gifts early. And why not, now that you have the time? This is especially a great time to get started if you hit up those after holiday sales and bought an abundance of discounted materials. Festive quilts, knit scarves and blankets, macramé coasters and wall hangings, and candles—get your craft on and make something beautiful for all your friends and family members!
Diamond Puzzle
These puzzles are all the rage right now. They combine a beautiful mosaic with the fun of paint by numbers and cross-stitch. You place gems on a DMC-coded adhesive canvas to create a beautiful mosaic picture.
Sewing Clothing
What better time than now to fix the clothing you've been meaning to sew up for months? Replace buttons, sew on patches, and tailor your clothes to fit perfectly.
Master a New Skill
With all your extra free time, you can master a craft skill you've been wanting to try. Learn how to use your old sewing machine once and for all, or try out a new stitch. Start knitting, embroidering, or cross-stitching. Using this tutorial, you can even weave a beautiful wall tapestry. YouTube is your best friend right now; you'll find an abundance of tutorials to fulfill all your crafting desires.
There's no better time than now to pick up a new hobby or revisit a favorite! Creating something beautiful is a great way to relieve stress and harmful emotions. It will also take your mind off things—negative news stories included.


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Resignation by the RBI governor Mr.Urjit Patel after being in office for a little more than 2 years was a big surprise that has come after market hours on 10thDecember. 11th being a big event day with 5 state assembly election results where we are having shaky grounds and the markets having already lost ground, in line with the global markets.
Now, this new development will take a big blow in the markets. Though all the dark cloud will clear in a day or two, didn't expect this to happen. In the recent weeks there has been a continuous tussle between the finance ministry and the RBI on PCA, Liquidity and Reserves issues.
Slowdown in the economy which is forcing the government to resort to all possible ways to bring in growth. 11 out of 23 PSB's not allowed to lend due to PCA. Liquidity not available in the markets due to curbing of NPA's and reducing reserves of the RBI to fund governments deficit.
All of these are not good expectations. When we are fighting corruption and wanting to clean the economy, resorting to again funding without quality assessment will only result to further loss of capital. If the governor had resigned to ensure all of these claims do not happen, it is a good decision. At the same time a big blow to the government when elections are just a few months away.
We spoke about the market reaching the previous bottom in our recent video, didn't expect it will go there in such a hurry. Probably these events and their outcomes might keep the markets down for some more time to come. Pain for portfolios likely to continue.


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GULFPORT, Mississippi (AP) — A south Mississippi man has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for possessing child pornography.
Harrison County Judge Lisa Dodson sentenced 48-year-old Michael Ishee of Saucier on Friday.
Ishee also must pay a $10,000 fine, plus $1,000 to the Mississippi Children's Trust Fund and $300 to the Crime Victim Compensation Fund.
He was sentenced in Harrison County Circuit Court after entering a guilty plea to one count of child exploitation.
Ishee was arrested in July 2010 following an investigation by the Attorney General's Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.


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Throughout the years, many things in South Georgia have changed, but the way that Zeigler's packs our honey has remained unchanged.
We've taken the time to perfect our honey blends and production process by merging traditional honey packaging methods with modern day quality standards and practices.
That's what makes Zeigler's Uniquely Southern.
We are a simple, southern honey company that vows to continue providing you with only the best, 'Pure, Raw, and Unfiltered' honey.


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- From: Rik Cabanier <firstname.lastname@example.com>
- Date: Sun, 5 Feb 2012 20:55:38 -0800
- To: Israel Eisenberg <email@example.com>
- Cc: Tavmjong Bah <email@example.com>, Cyril Concolato <email@example.com>, www-svg <email@example.com>
- Message-ID: <firstname.lastname@example.com>
On Sun, Feb 5, 2012 at 2:21 PM, Israel Eisenberg <email@example.com> wrote: > > Hi Tav, > > > I don't have either Illustrator or Corel Draw. > > Neither do I, but I have a friend who let me use his ancient Illustrator > 10 > > FYI you can download a trial of the latest Illustrator from our website if you need to run some experiments: http://www.adobe.com/cfusion/tdrc/index.cfm?product=illustrator > > > * To edit a patch one seems to need two sets of control points. One set > > to control the geometric shape of the patch and one set to control the > > color spread. How does Illustrator handle this? > > You define your shape independent of any mesh, fill it with color and to > turn it > into a grad mesh you simply click the mesh tool and then click your shape, > which automatically covered with a basic 2x2 mesh. > Any corner you click, you can define a color which automatically diffuses > and > the control points associated with that point are activated. Editing the > controls > distorts the shape and the colors together. So if Illustrator uses two > sets of > controls, it's completely transparent to the user. > > I'm not sure I completely understand. When you create a 2x2 mesh in AI, it will creates a bunch of hidden patches with their own control point. Is the question how the colors of these points is calculated? > > > * How did you generate the right side image for > bilinear_combos_compare.html? > > Simple export as .jpg. I also exported the same mesh as SVG: > /basicMesh2x2.svg > > > * Having a derivative of zero along the edge handles the case where the > > color at the edge is at a maximum or minimum but we also need to > > smoothly join patches where the color along the edge is in between. > > If I understand correctly, by "in between" you mean colors with arbitrary > RGB > components, so let me just emphasize what I already wrote in my post: > > "No matter what color is at which corner, this configuration ensures > the derivative of the color change at all boundaries is zero." > > And that includes any color whatsoever. > > > (And the problem is more complicated when red, blue, and green all have > > different profiles.) > > What does a "profile" mean? Does it refer to an ICC profile? > > The configuration I suggest (degenerate Hermite + bilinear) doesn't > really care > if the red, blue, and green all have different profiles. It will smooth > colors at any > boundary, both the boundary where they start and the boundary where they > end, > regardless of their components profiles. > Sorry Tav, but the following paragraph from your page ( > http://tavmjong.free.fr/blog/?p=316): > > "Another case where it is impossible to obtain a smooth transition is when > the different > primary colors (red, green, blue) have different profiles. In general, > only the profile of one > color can be made smooth." > > Is no longer valid if colors are interpolated by the Hermite-bilinear > combination. > > Following is a demo of the blue, magenta, and yellow sample from your > page, > compared with same colors interpolated by Hermite-linear combo: > > http://owl3d.com/tests/Gradient_Mesh/lerpHermite.html > (fast production, inefficient messy code) > > May I suggest to test it with any imaginable colors to realize they are > *always* > smooth at *all* boundaries. > > > * I am rethinking our decision to use type 6 rather than type 7 meshes. > > PDF standard type 6 and type 7 differ only by the way they map the > interpolated > colors to the destination geometry. To interpolate the colors, both use > bilinear > interpolation which means both are inherently color-discontinuous at > boundaries > and generally, this cannot be corrected by any of their mappings. > > In the past, Illustrator uses types 6 meshes under the hood and type 7 was generated when a mesh was converted to a different colorspace. (different profiles have visible differences when you generate intermediate values. The hope was that type 7 meshes would lessen that effect since they provide a couple of extra control points.) > > To be honest, I haven't read the PDF standard too deep, but if those types > do not allow incorporating pre-bilinear smoothing interpolants, then I > think > the rethinking should be to not use any of them. > > > * I am open to making SVG meshes use something like an interpolant > > provided that: > : > > 3. There is a simple way to export them to PostScript/PDF. > > ??? I'm not sure I read this correctly :) Is this an SVG requirement? > > People do want to good quality from their meshes. If you invent a new construct that can't be expressed in PDF or PostScript, you will need to emulate it with an image. Not only will this generate larger output, you will also need to calculate the clip region (which is not trivial). In addition, the output might look worse, especially on high end devices that have support for 16bit screening. > Hello Jasper, > > > I'd recommend borrowing the path syntax. > : > > (I'm not sure whether it's worth allowing relative coordinates for > > colors, but even that would be doable, and might sometimes make sense.) > > I think latter remark is more realistic, path syntax is over-specified for > colors > and I'm afraid the implementers will reject it. > > I think you'll get better traction if you consider keySplines. They carry > all > the info you need - start slope, end slope and nicely curved inflection, > and > the implementers would love it because the algorithms are already inside > the UA's. > Just for the record, the degenerate Hermite I suggest, is precisely > equivalent > to keySpline="1/3, 0, 2/3, 1". > > I think also the designers will find it easy to edit: matching start slope > of one > keySpline to the end slope of its predecessor is not so difficult even for > those > who are less comfortable with math. > > <linear/radialGradient > <stop stop-color="" offset="" keySpline="" > > Please note this is the old, somewhat lame, definitely orphan, native > gradient. > The keySpline define the interpolation from this stop-color to the next, > and UA's which are yet to support it, will just ignore it. > > When the above implemented, with happy tears in my eyes, I'll be able to > finally visualize, while still alive, the gradient I dreamt about for so > many cold, > lonely nights: the ball/sphereGradient: > > <radialGradient> > <stop offset="0" stop-color="aqua" keySpline="1/3, 0, 2/3, 1/3" /> > > <stop offset="1" stop-color="navy" /> > > As for the mesh: > > <patch geometry="c..;c..;c..;c.." colors="..;..;..;.." > keySplines="..;..;..;.." boundaries="..,..,..;..,..,..;..,..,..;..,..,.." > > There is space for 4 keySplines, each for a boundary, and the lacuna value > is > linear (1/3, 1/3, 2/3, 2/3). Designers should be well educated in the spec > about > the different role of color keySplines as compared to the SMIL keySplines. > > Here I have a proposal for easier designing: allow the most used > keySplines > to be referenced by names. Same like 'red' for the machine is equivalent > to > rgb(255,0,0) let, for example, 'linear' be equivalent to '1/3, 1/3, 2/3, > 2/3'. > > Most used keySplines are very few. From the top of my head: > > linear (1/3, 1/3, 2/3, 2/3) Trivial. > hermite (1/3, 0, 2/3, 1) Best symmetric universal smoother there is. > quadOut (1/3, 2/3, 2/3, 1) ball/sphereGradient start from ball edge > quadIn (1/3, 0, 2/3, 1/3) climb a ball with quadOut, go down with quadIn, > slightly counter-intuitive, but this is the way it works. Look for the 0 > slope. > quadInOut (4/9 ,0 , 5/9, 1) not analytic but good approximation. > Very useful for Lambertian concave-convex combo. > Can also be used as a symmetric smoother but is more "bulgier" than > the Hermite, thus pulls the interpolated colors farther to the center. > > > Back to mesh syntax. > > "boundaries" is to inform the UA which boundary of this patch is shared > with which boundary of another patch. Thus, "boundaries" can contain 1 to > 4 > semicolon-separated triplets, each triplet is coma-separated. > > First part of a triplet is the index of this patch boundary (0,1,2,3) that > is shared. > Second part is a reference to another patch in which the shared boundary > is > part of its geometry. > Third part is the index of the shared boundary on the referenced patch. > > If the third part is missing, it means the reference of the second part is > directly to a cubic Bezier regardless if it is boundary of a patch. > > So for example: "0, url(#patch2), 2" means first boundary of this patch is > shared > with the third boundary of another patch with id="patch2" and "0, > url(#patch2)" > means first boundary of this patch is the path with id="patch2", which of > course > must be a cubic Bezier and M point replaced by last point of previous > boundary. > > Which brings us to the semicolons in "geometry". > The UA must be able to distinguish between a degenerate boundary, which > must be > explicitly described, and a missing boundary (;;) in which case it will > find the missing > geometry in a boundary referenced in "boundaries". > Without semicolons, the UA cannot tell which index boundary is missing. > > Needless to say, this system allows describing any boundary only once. > > Off the scope of gradient mesh, the geometry/boundaries syntax can be > adopted to maps composed of many states/districts/neighborhoods. > In maps of course, the number of boundaries will not be limited to 4 > as also a single boundary will not be limited to cubic Bezier. > > > > ...For example, if both interpolation types are cubic, then > > essentially you could just allow a user to select colors per control > > point (instead of only at the corners). > > If those cubics are Beziers, which generally do not interpolate their > control points, > how will you achieve precise control over the result color at control > points? > > But if precise control over non-corner colors is not a requirement, then > this is > certainly a fascinating feature: 16 different colors on a single patch(!) > what a trip... > > Regards, > Israel > >
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One of the biggest benefits of the keto diet is stabilizing your blood sugar levels.
For people who are pre-diabetic or diabetic, this can be crucial for making sure that your symptoms are under control, and for those of you who haven't yet had concerns in regards to diabetes, you're significantly lowering your risks.
The most important thing to do if you want to stay on top of your blood sugar levels is to lower the amount of sugar and carbs you consume from food.
This means excluding all food with added sugar, as well as food that is high in carbs because these foods can increase your blood sugar almost instantly.
If you stay at 20-25 g net carbs per day, your blood sugar will also stabilize, but it's also important where these carbs come from. You should avoid all processed food and focus on low-carb, nutrient-dense choices.
Additionally, there are some foods that can have a pronounced positive effect on blood sugar.
Want to know what these are?
Read on!
Healthy Fats (in General)
Fats do not impact insulin production, as they are slower to digest and aren't converted to glucose by the body.
Nevertheless, there are some sources of fat that are better than others – ideally, these are fats that have undergone minimal processing, and also animal fats, such as those contained in eggs and meat.
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Healthy fats are excellent for blood sugar management, as they have a minimal effect on your blood glucose. Extra virgin olive oil is an excellent choice for keto, as it is minimally processed.
Additionally, studies have shown that extra virgin olive oil can help reduce glycemic response in patients with type 1 diabetes after eating a meal that has a high glycemic index (1).
Although this is not directly relevant for you, as on keto basically any meal you'll be having is going to be with a low glycemic index, it's still important to know that which fats are particularly good for managing blood sugar.
Coconut Oil
Coconut oil contains medium-chain triglycerides, which are more readily burned off, instead of stored as fat.
Additionally, according to studies, coconut oil can help lower the risks of insulin resistance, which is one of the major contributing factors to type 2 diabetes (2).
When buying it, opt for virgin coconut oil, as it will be less processed than regular coconut oil.
Eggs contain a combination of protein and fat, and less than a gram of carbs, which makes them ideal if you're trying to keep your blood sugar low.
Studies have shown that having eggs instead of a high-carb breakfast can help keep blood sugar lower in the next 3 hours – but this is hardly a surprise for anyone who's doing keto (3, 4)
Protein contained in eggs is complete, so one more reason to add them to your diet if you haven't already.
Avocados contain a negligible amount of sugar, and because of that they have a very low glycemic index.
Additionally, the main type of carbs in avocados is D-mannoheptulose, which, according to studies, does not behave like sugar on a nutritional level, and might even have a positive effect on blood glucose levels (5).
Avocados help manage triglyceride levels, which is important for the successful management of type 2 diabetes.
Moreover, avocados are also rich in potassium and magnesium, which is excellent, if you're doing keto.
Seafood such as tuna, halibut, trout, salmon are generally very low in net carbs, except for mollusks, such as clams and mussels, which contain between 3 to 5 g net carbs per 100 g.
Fish is excellent for keto and for blood sugar management, as it has almost zero carbs, and is a good source of both protein and omega 3 fatty acids.
If you have diabetes or are at high risk for developing it, it's extremely important to have good control over your cardiovascular health, as diabetes puts you at risk for heart disease.
Foods rich in omega 3 are therefore excellent for diabetics, and you have plenty of choices. Tuna, salmon, trout, halibut are all good sources of omega 3 fatty acids, while having a minimal impact on your blood glucose.
You should still be aware of the fact that protein has an effect on blood sugar, although much less than carbs.
Related: A List of Omega-3 Rich Foods That Are Also Keto-friendly
Green Leafy Vegetables
Green leafy vegetables such as spinach, kale, chard, lettuce are one of the staples of the keto diet for many people, because of the fact that they're very low in net carbs, while having outstanding micronutrient profiles.
They're full of antioxidants, magnesium, and other essentials vitamins and minerals, and according to recent studies, they lower by 14% the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, if at least 1.35 of a serving is consumed daily (6).
What is considered a serving, you might wonder? A serving is 1 cup of raw or half a cup of cooked vegetables, so that's definitely not difficult to add to your diet.
Red Cabbage
The intense colour of red cabbage is due to its high anthocyanins content.
Anthocyanins are flavonoids, which is found in purple foods, and that have a beneficial effect on blood sugar and have a mechanism of action that helps improve insulin sensitivity (7).
Red cabbage is somewhat higher in carbs – 5 g net carbs per 100 g, however, you can still fit some in your macros.
Another low-carb vegetable that is rich in anthocyanins is the eggplant.
Blueberries also contain anthocyanins, and as such their consumption is associated with a lower risk for type 2 diabetes (8).
They are one of the lower-carb types of fruit out there, and although you shouldn't go overboard with them, a few berries at a time can even help satisfy a craving for something sweet.
If you look at the nutritional profile of 100 g garlic, you will notice that it is relatively high in carbs – it has 31 g net carbs per 100 g.
Nevertheless, what you'd typically consume as a single serving, a clove or two, would be completely reasonable for keto – one clove of garlic (of approx. 3 g) contains 0.9 g net carbs, which means that you can safely enjoy garlic and its many health benefits even when doing strict keto.
One of them has been demonstrated in a study from 2006, in which scientists discovered that garlic can be beneficial for lowering the levels of blood glucose, as well as of cholesterol and triglycerides (9).
Another review of a number of studies, which dates from 2014, has confirmed the hypothesis that garlic can help in lowering blood sugar (10).
Additionally, garlic aids in reducing blood pressure and has an antibacterial effect, which is why it's commonly advised to eat garlic if you're having a cold.
Apple Cider Vinegar
We have already covered apple cider vinegar (ACV) and its amazing benefits – if you have missed our article on it, check it here.
According to studies, ACV can improve insulin sensitivity and help keep blood sugar levels after a meal up to more than 30% lower than if no ACV is ingested, which is an awesome result (11, 12).
Definitely worth a try if you're trying to lower your blood sugar.
Additionally, ACV inhibits the growth of bacteria such as e. coli, and can even help you lose weight and lower the amount of belly fat that you're carrying.
Chia Seeds
According to studies, chia seeds lowers insulin resistance in rats and improves satiety and blood sugar levels in humans after a meal, on top of lowering blood pressure and heart disease risk (13, 14, 15).
More research is necessary to confirm these findings, however, they do look promising for the moment.
Additionally, chia seeds are packed with other important nutrients, such as fiber, omega 3 fatty acids, calcium, magnesium and phosphorus, on top of being keto-friendly. No reason to not give them a try!
Related: A List of Low-Carb, High-Fiber Foods for Keto
Raw Cacao and Very Dark Chocolate
Polyphenols contained in raw cacao and very dark chocolate (preferably raw, too, and with a cocoa content of 90% or more) have a number of health benefits, including improving insulin resistance and, as a consequence, lowering the risk of type 2 diabetes (16).
On top of that, in the same review of the research, the authors are pointing out that cocoa might also aid in blood sugar management by having a pronounced hypoglycemic effect.
You might be thinking that chocolate is probably not keto-friendly, but let us correct you right here – if you stick to very dark chocolate and consume it in moderation (as in, having a piece of 10 g or so), and make sure to check the carb count, dark chocolate can very well belong in a keto diet.
For more information on chocolate and its benefits, check out our article on the topic.
Cinnamon contains antioxidants that protect cells from oxidative stress, and this is important news from people with diabetes or pre-diabetic conditions, since they are more prone to it than healthy individuals.
Cinnamon is pretty amazing in another way, too – it mimics insulin in the body, thus helping lower blood sugar by improving the transport of glucose to the cells (17).
Its effects are diverse – it helps control blood sugar after a meal, and even lowers fasting blood sugar (18).
Additionally, it helps lower LDL cholesterol and triglyceride levels and helps prevent complications in diabetes patients – pretty awesome for such a common spice, right?
There are two types of cinnamon that are commercially available – Ceylon and Cassia, of which Cassia is cheaper and easier to find.
Although the antioxidant content is higher in the Ceylon variety, Cassia is the one that has been used in a big part of the studies on cinnamon, so it's a perfectly good option.
Cinnamon does contain some carbs, although for a serving of 1 tsp they're at 0.07 g (net), which will be easy to fit into anyone's macros.
Turmeric, and its active substance, curcumin, is another spice that certainly deserves more recognition for its benefits, among which is improving insulin sensitivity and lowering blood sugar through a number of different mechanisms of action (19).
In fact, a study from 2012 has demonstrated that curcumin supplementation in prediabetic patients can lead to a lower incidence of type 2 diabetes, as compared to a control group (20).
Additionally, turmeric can reduce fat accumulation in the liver, thus helping prevent fatty liver disease, and has anti-inflammatory properties (21).
Yet another reason to add it to a healthy diet – besides being a tasty spice with a complex scent.
Careful with your clothes and kitchenware, though – turmeric is bright yellow and stains are difficult to remove.
Green Tea
According to research, green tea slows down the digestion of carbs, and help maintain lower blood sugar levels in diabetics by decreasing insulin resistance (22).
Studies show that the risk of developing type 2 diabetes is lower in Japanese adults who consume 6 or more cups of green tea per day, compared to those who do not (23).
EGCG, short for epigallocatechin gallate, one of the polyphenols found in green tea, is found to mimic the effect of insulin in the blood, thus lowering the production of glucose by the liver (24, 25).
Additionally, because of its polyphenol content, green tea has anti-inflammatory properties, and also helps lower LDL (the "bad") cholesterol.
Green tea is best enjoyed unsweetened – if you're not used to the taste and flavour, it might take some time to start appreciating it, but you should definitely give it a try.
For those who are sensitive to coffee and caffeine, green tea might be an alternative worth exploring – it does contain caffeine, too, but the amount is lower and the effect is somewhat milder, with a slower onset.
Coffee, on the other hand, also has protective properties against type 2 diabetes for healthy individuals, however, actually raises post-meal blood glucose for people who already have it.
Our conclusion
Overall, the keto diet is an excellent strategy for managing your blood sugar levels and making sure they stay within a healthy range, and also for keeping type 2 diabetes at bay and improving your insulin sensitivity.
The diet is very low in carbs (less than 20-25 g net carbs per day is the most common recommendation), which means that your blood sugar will not spike after meals, and will start stabilizing soon after you begin your keto journey.
As you could see above, there are a number of low carb foods that can give you a boost in keeping your blood glucose low, and lower your risk for type 2 diabetes.
Moreover, we have selected foods that are awesome, tasty, full of essential nutrients and with a number of health benefits on top of improved blood sugar control. Make sure to incorporate these foods into your ketogenic meal plan to reap all the benefits.
Do you know of any other best foods that lower your blood sugar? If so, we'd love to add them to the list – just drop us a line with a link to the studies and we'd be more than happy to share the good news with our readers.


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Every occasion is celebrated with a cake whether it is merely a birthday or a grand event. Similarly, there is more to Easter 2019 than just going to church. Easter cakes not only bless our taste buds but add a flavor to the occasion. From the fresh cream fruity cake to mouth-watering chocolate cakes, we have picked our favorite cakes that will suit every Easter occasion with cake's pictures.
But hang on a minute,
How would you know which one is the perfect cake for your Easter occasion in 2019?
Don't you worry, we would love to help you with it. Firstly, you need to understand that every occasion has a certain feel to it. So along with some Easter decoration ideas you surely need a perfect blend of cake to make the occasion more bold.
Now, the cake you choose will depend upon that theme of the event, if you are planning to choose a cake that fits perfectly for your family feast.
Try these masterpieces:
1. Key-Lime Pound Cake
Key lime pound cake is the perfect blend of Italian cake with an inclusion of cocktail flavor. It doesn't matter if Easter falls in a summer season or a winter one, Key-lime pound cake is the right choice. In other words, it is a textural dream that will give you the refreshing feeling with a lemonish hit.
2. Carrot Cake
Who doesn't love carrots?
With that being said, carrot cake is a great way to celebrate Easter 2019. Symbolizing Easter occasion using the rich carrot flavors crafted beautifully with fresh cream is the next best thing. It will not only bring out the overlook of the table but will be a delight to cherish.
To top it off, you can place a chocolate Easter bunny on it.
3. Strawberry-Lemonade Cake
This soft beautifully wrapped strawberry-lemonade cake is the answer to all your Easter prayers. This cake is as beautiful as it is delicious which makes it a must on Easter holiday. A mix of lemonade freshness and strawberry frosting hits right at the sweet spot.
4. Buttermilk Pound Cake
Buttermilk pound cake is the real deal. The creamy duo of Cadbury chocolate and buttermilk makes it hard to resist. The taste of this Easter cake in 2019 will compliment every other item on the table. We guarantee you, your guests would have never experienced this pleasant taste before.
The surprise element – is the oozing chocolate that will flow out from every corner of the cake.
5. Ice-box Cake
Familiar to the name, the Ice-box cake is layers of sweetness with added tangy of lime. If you want to pull of something different on Easter this coming year, Ice-box cake is your savior. It is easy to make and consumes less time. The addition of lime juice after cooking the cake is the secret ingredient.
The best thing about Ice-box cake is that the serving of the cake is unique as well. Be ready to see the impressed faces on your Easter event this year, after you decorate it with the crackers.
Easter cakes are to Easter 2019 what chocolates are to Valentine's Day. It makes the occasion more special and shows the love you have for the occasion.
So, pick your favorite and surprise the guests with these decorated cakes.


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Dear Arno / Moderators,
I have been reading a lot about the fantastic guidance given by you on the forum and i am looking forward to you helping me out with the same. Travelling to Swiss for the first time. Giving below a 6 day plan I have with my family (2 adults and 2 kids - 6 & 9 yrs). Request if you can guide on questions and also let me know in case there is anything unrealistic here.
25 May - Arrive at Geneva Airport and stay at Geneva. Do sightseeing. (question - pls recommend a budget place near the railway station given that next day in morning we start for the trip. also recommend what can we do in Geneva on 25th)
26 May - Use the 4 day Swiss Travel Flex Pass to start a trip to Zurich. Go to Hotel in zurich. Do sight seeing in Zurich. (Question - recommend a budget hotel as per our itinerary. Also can we do Rhine falls on the same day?)
27 May - Use the 4 day Swiss Pass. Go to Rhine falls - and then travel to Lucerne (Pls suggest a budget hotel in Lucerne near the station given that next 2 days we will be travelling around Lucerne.
28 May - Lucerne to Engelberg and back - Buy return tickets. Buy the Mt Titlis excursion from Engelberg. (Pls advise if we need to see / buy apart from whats included in the Mt Titlis excursion ticket from raileurope.com)
29 May - Lucerne to Interlaken to Grindelwald for excursion to Junfrau. (use 4 day travel pass). Return to INterlaken for night. (Pls suggest a budget hotel at Interlake)
30 May - Take the Golden Pass Line from Interlaken to Montreux (use 4 day travel pass) and then to Geneva. (Question - is there sufficient time to do this? we have a to be at the airport by 3 pm).
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Thanks for your compliments! As for your accommodation questions I'd recommend to take a look at the manually selected hotel suggestions on our town pages. There are budget hotels listed as well. The town pages also suggest things to do:
If that does not fully answer your question you can post to the Accommodation forum and include details as requested here.
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Many thanks for your prompt reply.
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If you have always fancied having an upright vacuum to hoover up your pet hair but don't know which one to buy, don't worry we have you covered.
Below we go into detail, reviewing all the latest models on the market which are getting everyone excited about.
So why wait any longer? Read on to find out which was crowned the best upright vacuum for pet hair!
Overview Of The 7 Best Upright Vacuum For Pet Hair In 2021
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The Dyson Ball Animal 2 has a wide cleaning path with a strong suction to tackle the stubborn stains and the hard to reach spots that tend to accumulate dirt over time. Fitted with a self-adjusting cleaner head, this vacuum performs best on different floors like the carpet, wood, vinyl and tile floors. The HEPA filtration traps allergens and bacteria. Once you are done using the machine, you empty the dust contents out without having to get in contact with them.
The Shark Rotator is equipped with a detachable canister, LED lights (for easy visibility), advanced swivel steering, an extra-large dust bin, Anti-allergen Complete Seal Technology and a HEPA filter and a premium pet power brush. All these features aid in giving you the clean you deserve. It has a push button that when pressed, the canister lifts away to access the hard to reach areas. The brush takes in hair and debris to deep clean the surfaces.
The Shark Navigator NV352 features a detachable canister to enable portability. It utilizes the Lift-Away technology whereby, a push on the button lets you lift the canister away to clean hard to reach areas. Equipped with swivel steering, you can easily control the upright pet vacuum for easy moving around the surfaces. The completely sealed system together with HEPA filter traps the smallest dust particles and allergens. There is a brushroll shutoff button to switch between different surfaces. It is ranked as the best upright vacuum cleaner for pet hair.
If you want to see how the upright vacuum measures up against other types of hoovers, check out our best pet vacuum guide.
The Hoover WindTunnel T-series vacuum has intuitive features that enable you to work with the machine for efficient results. These include the fingertip power control and a cord clip below the handle. With a 5-position height adjustment knob, the machine allows you to set the preferred cleaning height. There is an on/off brushroll brush to enable you to switch depending on the surface type. It has activated carbon HEPA media bag to trap odors and allergens. In addition, there is a headlight and a bag check indicator to enable best performance. It is the best upright vacuum for pets.
The Bissell 9595A CleanView Vacuum has a lightweight design equipped with a powerful suction a brush design that enables you to have the best clean. People rush to get this hoover because it reduces the working time and saves you energy. The brush goes around and into the carpet to deep clean the surface. The cyclonic system aids in the powerful suction to separate dirt and debris to keep the filters clean for a long time. It comes with a TurboBrush tool to have your stairs, furniture and upholstery cleaned. When the canister gets full, you can easily empty it. Therefore, people love using this for pet hair. There is multi-level filtration and a washable foam tank filter.
Looking for a vacuum that can be used on multiple surfaces, the Eureka Airspeed as3011AA is suitable for these situations. It has a turbo driven nozzle that effectively cleans the pet hairs that get stuck on crevices, upholstery and furniture. The vacuum has a 5-height adjustment knob that enables you to clean multiple surfaces at once. The machine maintains powerful suction when at work. It features an 8 feet deluxe stretch hose that allow you to extend your vacuuming activity in areas that are hard to reach in no time. This is the major reason why these vacuum cleaners are preferred, to save time. The bagless pet vacuum has a washable and reusable dust cup filter which has low maintenance.
The Bissell Cleanview utilizes the Onepass technology on the powerful suction with innovative brush designed to deep clean the surfaces. The multi-cyclonic suction system helps to keep the dirt closed in the bin to avoid messes. It has a multi-level filtration that is responsible for dust and allergen reduction in a household. It has a lightweight design for easy portability. The bin has a capacity of 2 liters making it large enough and has a bottom that opens easily to enable mess-free dirt disposal. There is a five-height adjustment knob that ensures a 32ft stretch to clean higher surfaces. The features found on this vacuum and the price makes it loved since it is affordable.
Households with pets tends to have a tough task cleaning. The bag or bagless vacuum for pet come in handy to save you energy and cleaning time. What is the best upright vacuum for pet hair? You may ask, since the discussed have some of the best features in a vacuum. The Dyson Ball Animal 2 carries the crown as the best upright vacuum for pets. This is because it utilizes high technology to perform perfectly on multiple surface types. The price tag on it is a bit discouraging though, but when you look at the features involved, they match the price.
Buying Guide
Most of the above reviewed upright vacuum cleaners are lightweight. This will enable you to easily move it and conveniently clean room surfaces without breaking too much sweat. The vacuum that allows you to adjust the preferred height is good because you will work without any interruptions. You can have the best cylinder vacuum cleaner for pet hair or the best pet vacuum bag-less depending on how you like them.A strong and powerful suction yields the best performance in an upright vacuum cleaner. Having to get a vacuum that has these quality means that you will have fewer vacuum movements on a surface when cleaning. The powerful suction ensures that the time spent on cleaning is reduced. A vacuum cleaner that can work on different floor types is ideal for when you are on a budget. This will save you the cost of having to get different vacuums for different surfaces. The vacuum that you can easily move around makes work easier because you get to clean stairs, under the furniture and those hard-to-reach places.
For higher surface cleaning, a vacuum with a long and extendable wand helps you clean these areas. Using the accessories involved in achieving the best clean is always the best solution. It is clever to get an upright vacuum with upholstery brush to clean furniture as you work on the floors. A dusting brush cleans out the dust on dust collectors found in the homes. A crevice tool helps in deep cleaning hard-to-reach spots. The cordless ones let you reach a wider surface.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Between the best bagged vacuum cleaner for pet hair and the upright bagless vacuum cleaner for pet hair, which is the best choice?
A: Both works differently depending on the owner's preference. The bagged vacuum applies traditional method of using a bag as a filter to trap dirt. The bags are frequently replaced for efficient cleaning. The bagless vacuum, however, brings a lot of ease to the cleaning activity since you can clearly see the dirt and debris in the dust cup. Once it fills up, you just empty the cup. The latter seems so easy to work with.