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I want to keep my posts shorter than I normally just bang out. It keeps things coherent.
I took a 15 days vacation in various parts of Thailand with the starting destination -Bangkok(I normally fly from Delhi International Airport in India). The occasion was to celebrate the publication of my book-Windows Malware Analysis Essentials, Packt 2015. I like travelling solo as I meet so many people that having another one tugging around is like taking care of extra baggage, not always but mostly so. Also it inhibits talking to other people cos you are always talking to your travel partner.
Since I travel often, I already have a hang of things like how much to carry, flight weight limits, where to find what etc – still I had surprises, of the not so good kind.
- Arriving at the wrong terminal on departure, but the guard letting you in anyways and messing up your timing
- Mismanaging your Visa On Arrival Cash at destination
- Losing your ATM card on the day you are charged and feel good about shopping
- Not having enough liquid cash to pay the hotel rent and staying at the owners liability
- Having to find someone to arrange money abroad for without having any guarantee that you will ever get your money back
- Booking the flight on a wrong date, and having to work around a solution, while being sleepy first thing in the morning, on the last day of your visa.
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Co-incidentally, I did not change my currency while still in Delhi which is 1000 Baht. Its just about 2000 rupees and even as I thought about it and asked the exchange guy in front of me – he was recommending that I will get better rates at Bangkok so I should do the exchange there.
First mistake – don't take people's word for it. Do the research. In India its not just misinformation, but even personal grudges or biases that can persuade a person to disseminate incorrect facts, especially when its relevant and can cause inconveniences without being overtly harmful. Another things about the petty mindset, if you look too cool or stand out from the crowd, in places like India, it attracts the wrong kind of attention sometimes and the inner evil starts to pour out. Just be aware and don't make decisions in a rush, take your time to judge whether you are being taken for a ride. This quite gender agnostic from my experience as anyone who qualifies for the above attributes are target by the ones who think they need some of it. Its the Schadenfreude mindset that is very prevalent in the Indian mindscape.
Moving on, I took out some cash from the ATM, which is always a good thing when travelling abroad because cash really is kind. ATMs can back out, banks can close and emergencies can happen – that is when the cash reserves can kick in and save the day. But in my naivety, I took out just 2500 INR thinking that I am landing in Bangkok in just about 3 hours, can't be much of a deal, and I have the bank cards anyways. This was the second mistake – I should have taken enough to last any incidental expenses too, like airport food or airport entertainment or services options.
Anyways, I waited 3 hours for the flight which was scheduled to leave at 4:30 in the morning. I arrived at IGI airport around 9:00 PM in the evening. So I had a good amount of time to checkin and rest in the meantime. Mistake to trust anyone these days — I found out that I was in the wrong terminal just less than 2 hours before the flight at around 2:00 AM. So I retraced my steps mentally to check where could I have made the mistake. My ticket was all set, I came on time – what happened was the security guard who checks the passport and ticket "deliberately" allowed me to enter the wrong terminal when the ticket explicitly mentions the terminal, which he too is supposed to check – after all he is the gatekeeper. But one look at my passport and then my overall getup, and the guard's face tightened up, I remembered. He then slightly annoyingly told me to get in and looking at me as if, I was now tricked- that look should have set the signals for me, but I was too excited and in a holiday mood anyways. Normally its easy for me to pull up such people as I have connections out here in India. But sometimes things are just not worth it.
These sort of things happen quite a few times with me, especially if the other person has some sort of deficiency that he gets reminded about. As far as I remember the guard had an oriental look, possibly from Sikkim or the North East, and then it clicked that my name reveals the fact that I too have roots in North East, something which he could never have guessed just by my looks. Given that he knew my destination and asked me about it – I told him it was for a vacation – he looked like he got jealous of it and wanted trick me into this predicament. He was not the supportive and same community person that one could have expected. It seems seeing others' success makes one a little uncomfortable and envious of their present circumstances.
I took the shuttle bus immediately after waiting for it for 30 min and then proceeded to the correct terminal.
In fact at the correct terminal another guard from North India, was again asking me in a slightly nostalgic and defeated tone as to what purpose I am going to Bangkok? I said vacation – he was trying to be friendly and probing what was my occupation etc…trying to figure out what makes my cash flow tick. Its just a vacation pal, and you gotta be a little resourceful yourself. You get to see these types a lot – but surprisingly in the Airport too? Its the one place where people come to fly out and away– still badgering me with questions — but since in India I command everywhere I go — I said, "brother, its okay, I'g getting late, I gotta move now". He amicably shook my hand and we parted. One of the better people I say. Not like the previous guard.
So anyways – boarding was done successfully.
I arrived at Bangkok around 2:00 PM Bangkok time. I wanted to reach out to give some cash to the exchange – SCB-Siam Commercial Bank outlets – the purple coloured booths. I found out that I do not have 2000 INR but am 300 rupees short. I casually asked for an ATM nearby. In the meantime I was trying to guess where had the extra cash gone. I then recollected that I did buy a sandwich at the airport. Bummer, when I found out that there is no ATM in the airport. At least what the SCB teller was saying. I asked around, then someone was telling me that going past the security check in the second floor, there is a small ATM hidden behind the SCB outlet. The security check area was little confusing for me, its not just straight, but till the end, almost. Then I met a security officer who gave me the right directions and said with authority that if asked say the official security has sent me. I did the same and went checking after finally finding it. No rupees – on Dollars and Euro amounts are accepted by the ATM which have to be exchanged at the SCB booth to Baht. I took out about 500 Euros. Got that exchanged immediately and breathed a sigh of relief. Now I had the cash, I rushed back and stood on the VOA line.
One funny thing about the VOA stamping counter waiting area – you get to hear the token numbers and between each number- a rather cute and kinky sequence of words are said in a female voice to break the monotony so that no one misses any token call. They sound something like "sa-phu—how-pow" as far as I can remember and said a quick and sweet tone in Thai of course. I took an exit to the MRT and then the BTS heading to Siam station, after which I had to change to National Stadium just one station after. This is the Siam commercial area with hotels all around in hopping distance, and the MBK as well as Central World all connected by the BTS Skywalk(overhead walking pathways).
I checked in at Lub.D hostel, which I honestly did not find appealing at all. So I shifted to The White Lodge and later to Reno Cafe Hotel and the Feel At Home Backers as well as Suk 11 for the rest of the journey in Bangkok.
MBK was indeed a great experience for me as the seven floors of shopping is cool in its redundancy and diversity. Also –very clean and organised. You can find your way around easily. Not at all like Dubai mall. Might be the biggest mall currently, but not much of life, the Reel Cinemas in Dubai are OK- though I found the Bangkok cinemas to be a lot better, screen size was larger and more engaging, also the screens were curved. Virgin Megastore sections are nice in Dubai mall and The Mall of the Emirates. But when you combine, MBK with Siam Paragon and Central World-as well as the Chatuchak market and the smaller markets like Patpong market — you realise that this is a unique and world class shopping experience, possibly second to only Singapore. Size is not everything. Also other things that matter to the shopper – like accessibility, price points, bargains etc.
I purchased a new Korg Synthesiser and controller from Central World. 3 Dry Tank bags from Karana and Feel Free. Both are outstandingly useful bags that I am still in love with with their utility and weather proof build.
Again I got ripped off in the MBK as the female shop attendant in the ground floor swapped the Feel Free Dry Tank bag I was demoing with another defective bag. I went after 5 days to Central World and told them about it, they exchanged it from Supersports store. Supersports is on the biggest sports sections I have ever seen in a shopping mall. Thanks to the brand warranty !
Food was the best deal for me in Bangkok – so many choices really. Hachiban Ramen was a regular choice for me at MBK. Sushi Boy is another nice restaurant where the 1 teaspoon full of Wasabi blew my head off – Wasabi and mustard. Deadly combo. I actually could not even call for help or "water", I was choked. The sensation I can describe is that Wasabi will taste very sweet immediately till in the next couple of seconds the "kickback" surges up and punches your nasal cavity and nerve system too..just flushes everything out. The kickback is so strong that its like and external orgasm that is as forceful as enjoyable. But its has to be in moderation.
The best deal I got in terms of the purchase was from Chatuchak market- a solid machete for just 250 baht. I bargained for 230 baht, cos its cheap already. Very happy with it. I also got a couple of Bear Grylls knives – Paracord survival knife and the Ultimate Survival Knife – from MBK — and you can bargain again. Just have a good idea of the original price for known goods and for unknown ones, start at the half price point, though as a compliment to the shop keepers I offer a higher starting point.
Chang Mai, Cambodia and Laos as well as Vietnam were an awesome experience and I just had to do it. I should be able to highlight some of the better rides in future posts.
I am going back a second time this month and I hope to see even more of Thailand.

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What are you thankful for? In the last 2 months I have asked myself that question A LOT!!! For those last 2 months it hasn't seemed like I had much to be thankful for. But I know that I really do have much to be thankful for. I am struggling this morning with so much but I am trying to keep myself going. I am trying to remind myself of what I do have & not be so worried about what I might not have or what I have lost. So I thought I would take a little time & put down what I am thankful for, what I do have.
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Health: I am healthy, my family is healthy, my friends are healthy. I know I could be healthier but I am thankful for how healthy I am right now. I know things could be so much worse...but they're not so I have to be thankful for that.
Home: I have a home to be at. I have a bed to sleep in, a car that runs well, clothes to wear & food to eat. I have everything I need to survive. Could I use more? Of course! But I also know from living in Puerto Rico that I can live on less. Is it going to be hard? Yes it is. I KNOW it will be hard. I know that there are some tough times ahead but we'll make it.
Hope: Okay so this is the one I'm struggling with today. I am excited about getting to be at home with Cael. I am excited about bringing new friends into our home for him to play with. I am excited to be able to teach a much smaller group of children and to get to take the best care of them that I can. But I am struggling because I'm impatient. I want to get kiddos in this daycare so I can move on with my life financially. I need to be able to support my family but still live comfortably. I know we'll probably still live paycheck to paycheck but we can handle that.
I am trying hard to be excited for Thanksgiving & Christmas but I'm struggling there, too. Right now I'm worried about too much to be too excited. Cael & I will be decorating for Christmas when we get home from Thanksgiving and maybe that will help out. My yard sign & business cards should be in today (I doubt before we leave though!) and Courtney brought home flyers yesterday. Hopefully I'll be getting phone calls by next week! I'm really looking forward to next year - I think 2012 is going to be a great year!
I hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving & start to the holiday season. I hope everyone takes a little time this week to stop & remember all that you have to be thankful for. Thanks for letting me get some things off my chest.


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This cartoon was carefully hand-crafted for all the candidates -- and their supporters -- who lost the U.S. mid-term elections. As the whole world knows by now, this appears to apply largely to the Republicans, who have discovered to their great surprise that the American people are done being slapped around by tyrants and war mongers.
Top political appointees are dropping faster than Dick Cheney's hunting buddies, and the party that invented the national pharmaceutical price fixing scheme will now need its own mega-dose of antidepressants just to muddle through the rest of the year.
This is all very good news for sane Americans.
But what are we to do with all the poor voters who feel depressed after seeing the Democrats sweep both houses of Congress and win back key governorships to boot? I say we give 'em a dose of their own medicine. Literally.
We should round up all the really dangerous psychotropic pharmaceuticals (you know, the ones that doctors prescribe to infants and schoolchildren) and write a lifetime prescription for every single lawmaker who conspired with drug companies to harm the American people through the Republican-led Medicare profiteering racket.
Big Pharma collaborators are worse than terrorists, and they've killed far more Americans than the terrorists ever did. That's not an exaggeration: At the time of this writing, FDA approved pharmaceuticals have killed 547,383 Americans since 9/11, vs. 2,986 Americans killed during the attacks on the twin towers. That's over half a million American souls killed by an industry that continues to harm over two million Americans each year and kill another 100,000... all in the name of corporate profits and the ridiculous pretense of "managing disease."
It's the equivalent of using a stealth bomber to drop a nuclear bomb on a sizeable U.S. city every single year. And the lawmakers who take money from Big Pharma are piloting that bomber, zeroing the target and letting the bombs fly. It is a travesty of justice and a hideous scar on the face of America. These professional politicians are guilty of taking money to support an industry that harms their own brothers, sisters, children and grandchildren. Have they no shame?
If there is a Congress in Hell, the Republicans will no doubt find themselves in the majority there. And perhaps they can dish out meds to each other until eternity. There will certainly be plenty of drug company executives standing around to hand them out. But for the rest of us who have a life to fulfill here on Earth, it's time to stop the medication madness and start teaching our brothers, sisters, children and grandchildren how to live healthful lifestyles based on real food, real nutrition and real medicine provided by Mother Nature.
This election has proven beyond a doubt that the American people still have enough wits about them to know when they're being screwed by politicians. My only hope is that they can soon apply that same skepticism to conventional medicine and realize just how completely they're being exploited, harmed and robbed blind by pharmaceutical companies.
With this election, we may have just witnessed the beginning of the end of Big Pharma's evil empire. "Accountability" is the new word on the street in Washington, and if Big Pharma executives, marketers, reps and drug pushers were held accountable for all the harm they've caused the American people, they'd be hanged alongside Saddam Hussein.
Do the math yourself. Hussein was convicted of killing 148 people. But in the last five years, Big Pharma has killed 547,383 people (just in America, too). By my calculation, that means Big Pharma has killed 3,699 times as many people as Hussein was convicted for. Our nation went to war to destroy Hussein, but it did nothing to stop Big Pharma's ongoing genocide. Where is the accountability for Big Pharma's crimes against humanity?
Want a real solution to all this? Put Eliot Spitzer in charge of investigating the FDA. Then you'd really see some heads roll.
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Galatians 5:5 But by faith we eagerly await through the Spirit the righteousness for which we hope.
We sometimes forget that Paul was painfully aware that he wasn't yet righteous by God's standards, and was simply wearing the mantle of Christ's righteousness. He had an even more strongly legalistic background than the Galatian believers to whom he was writing here, and he longed to be able to "dot all the i's and cross all the t's" at least as much as they did. However, he knew by revelation that God has imparted His righteousness to us through Christ Jesus. (1 Corinthians 1:30, 2 Corinthians 5:21) As glorious as that is, He wanted to be able to walk in that righteousness perfectly, and experience told him he wouldn't do that in the flesh. People who have been raised in a less legalistic environment might not identify fully with this feeling, but all of us should be desiring earnestly to respond fully to the love and grace that God has poured out on us. That is what this "righteousness" is all about, because the only way to "be right" before God is to be obedient to Him by faith. That said, it's significant that we have this hope of ultimate righteousness by faith and by the Holy Spirit. Faith is a gift, but it is our responsibility to receive it and exercise it so that it functions fully and strongly. The Holy Spirit is God's impartation to us. We cannot increase Him – He is infinite – but we can grieve (Ephesians 4:30) or even quench (1 Thessalonians 5:19) Him. To receive His help and blessings we need to be in step with Him, which Paul says right after this. (Galatians 5:25) If we are walking in faith and in the Holy Spirit we will indeed earnestly desire perfect righteousness, with the hope, the assurance, that God has provided it for us in Christ Jesus.
As a pastor I am continually urging others on toward righteousness, but I've got to keep tabs on my own. Like Paul I know that I won't be perfectly righteous on this earth, but that needs to be my desire on every level. The fact that I do have that desire is an encouragement to me! As Paul wrote the Galatians so strongly, I know that my imperfect righteousness could never earn God's seal of approval, but that He has made His salvation available to me anyway by grace through faith. I am never to think, much less teach, that actions don't matter, but I must never even imply that any sin is too horrendous for the blood of Christ to cover it. I run into people all the time who feel (this isn't rational "thinking") that their sins, their weaknesses, are more powerful than God; He can't save them. That's a lie from the pit of hell! I am to keep proclaiming the righteousness, power, grace and love of God, so that the lies of the enemy may be shown for what they are and people be brought out of darkness to light, from death to life, for the glory of God.
Father, thank You for this reminder just as I'm about to go to a meeting where the vast majority of attendees don't know You. Help Cathy and me be Christ in their midst, speaking Your words to them by Your Spirit, so that even this weekend many may be brought into Your kingdom, for their salvation and Your glory. Thank You. Hallelujah!


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Everyone is looking for a chance to have a blemish free face that glows and has that natural look without using so many chemical added products. Men and women globally have searched for ways that can help them deep cleanse their faces to get rid of dirt that compromises the texture of their skin.
Facial cleansing has been used for the longest time to give a deep cleansing treatment to skins that have dirt that cannot be seen on the surface leaving one's skin looking clean and blemish-free. For that natural glow and clean and bright skin, a good reliable, affordable facial steamer is essential.
We are going to take a look at some of the best facial steamers in the market that will give you the ultimate end result after using them. Below you will find a list of the top ten best facial steamers that will make you a comprehensive insight and guide on which is best suited for you.
Best Facial Steamers in 2018
- 10. Ivation Ultra Sonic Nicro ionic Facial Steamer
- 9. Conair True Glow Steam and Cool Mist Facial system
- 8. Icarus Jocasta Facial Steamer with Ozone.
- 7. Lure Facial Steam System
- 6. Belson Profiles Facial Sauna P1143
- 5. Esthology Facial steamer with Aromatherapy and Ozone
- 4. Revlon Facial Sauna
- 3. Kinga Nano Iconic Facial Steamer
- 2. Secura Nano Care Iconic Facial Steamer
- 1. Conair Facial Sauna System
10. Ivation Ultra Sonic Nicro ionic Facial Steamer
This facial steamer is famous for its double duty feature where one can either use it as a direct skin treatment or as an interior humidifier. It has the ability to unclog pores and remove dirty skin cells to give one a natural glowing look.
This facial steamer is designed to turn clean water into micro fine particles that produce a consistent mist through its ultrasonic atomizer. In addition to providing skin therapy, the steamer also provides aromatherapy treatment and can be used as an alternative to facial scrubs and chemicals.
9. Conair True Glow Steam and Cool Mist Facial system
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It has a system that lets one decide how long they want to have their facial as well as an auto-off system. For someone looking to have an affordable, easy to use facial steamer and at the same time do a facial just like the experts, this is the best facial steamer that one can use at home.
8. Icarus Jocasta Facial Steamer with Ozone.
Facial steam treatment with ozone is known to be very relaxing. The Jocaster Facial Steamer is known to have a twistable making it easy to use when doing facials. It is mostly used in spa and salons as it is relatively affordable and it offers required results all the time.
The steam that comes from this steamer is known to sterilize and open up pores thus giving the much needed deep cleanse while at the same time improving your blood circulation. Its adjustable arm is ideal for therapy as it allows one to move steam head around the face. The facial steamer has an auto shut-off feature that is used to automatically switch the steamer off when water levels are low.
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This broad face facial steamer is ideal and perfect for home spa treatments, deep pore cleansing and aromatherapy treatment.
It is a safe steamer to use as it is also known to give sinus treatments. Your skin is rejuvenated and its natural glow is retained due to the soothing effects of this facial sauna's steam.
5. Esthology Facial steamer with Aromatherapy and Ozone
Esthology Facial Steamer is a heavy duty steamer that has multi-functional ozone technology that is good for all skin types. This steamer has a roller base that makes it easier to move from room to room.
In addition, it has a diopter magnification lamp that has a UV bulb that enables it to sooth the skin and helps neutralize harmful skin bacteria.
4. Revlon Facial Sauna
Revlon is a world renowned manufacturer of various beauty products. The facial steamer is a new entrant to this manufacturer and it has gained popularity over the years due to its unique features.
It has a unique two-step steaming process that deep cleans pores efficiently and leaves your skin glowing, fresh and natural. It also has two cones that give nasal and face support during steaming. It is designed in such a way that it has a thermostat that helps in regulating temperatures thus minimizing the risk of getting burned by the steam.
3. Kinga Nano Iconic Facial Steamer
This budget friendly facial steamer is ideal for use at home as it is fast and efficient in steaming your face giving that desired natural look.
The Kinga Nano Iconic Facial Steamer is known to unclog pores as well as get rid of dead skin cells by melting them off. The steam generated from this steamer is sterilized making it a safe option when using it.
2. Secura Nano Care Iconic Facial Steamer
This facial steamer by Secura is one of the most reliable, fast steamers in the market. It is popular for its ability to generate vapor very fast enabling skin moisturization efficient and effective.
This steamer can be used as an alternative to face scrubs and other chemicals used for skin therapy as its versatility works well with every type of skin. it is also ideal for travelers as it's designed to make it lightweight and portable.
1. Conair Facial Sauna System
The facial sauna that has been reviewed as standing out from the rest is the Conair Facial Sauna. The most notable feature of this steamer is its timer which can be used to control the steaming process.
The cone shape design is made to make it convenient for steaming as the mist only concentrates on the face. In addition to the steamer a few bonuses that include an exfoliating brush, and a moisturizing sponge are included with every purchase of this steamer.
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adventures of c & k: a rose and a thorn
This was taken after my brother's ordination. Obviously, I am the rose and Karl one of the thorns. Karl isn't always a thorn, but he sure as hell is when he's around that other thorn. I guess a rose wouldn't be a rose without a couple of thorns, and they are rather handsome thorns… Eh! I suppose I'll put up with them.


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Sprinkled Cupcakes by Smiley Sweets and Creations
June 21, 2009
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These happy looking cupcakes come from the kitchen of Lisa Smiley aka Smiley's Sweets and Creations in Sacramento, California. I find something so childlike and joyful about eating a cupcake smothered in rainbow sprinkles.
You can view more beautifully photographed cupcake and sweet treats in Lisa's blog. If you're fortunate to live in the Sacramento area, you can purchase the cupcake of your dreams from Lisa's vast menu of gourmet cupcakes, cupcake truffles and beautiful cupcake rose bouquets.
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Building Capacity To Serve More Youth
Regina Snowden, Founder & Executive Director, Partners for Youth with Disabilities
At Partners for Youth with Disabilities (PYD), we empower young people with disabilities to reach their full potential through enriching mentoring relationships with adults. Our long relationship with Mass Mentoring Partnership as a member of their program network has given our organization countless opportunities to build our capacity to serve more young people who need our services.
In 2016 alone, MMP provided our organization with critical help in several ways. We received nearly $16,000 through the Mentoring Matching Grants state budget line item that MMP advocates for and administers. These funds helped us expand our mentor recruitment activities and offset the costs for intake, screening, matching, supervision and evaluation that are part of the mentoring process.
We participated in MMP's Highland Street AmeriCorps Ambassadors of Mentoring program again last year. Our AmeriCorps member, Ashley, helped us to provide better support for our matches and grow mentor retention as well as working with our staff to increase recruitment diversity by attending college fairs and helping to develop innovative recruitment strategies.
We were also proud to continue our partnership in the Mayor's Mentoring Movement, helping MMP and Boston Mayor Marty Walsh to reach the goal in 2016 of bringing 1,000 new caring adults into the lives of young people.
Mass Mentoring Partnership gives us the tools and resources to help make the work we do possible. Like us, they care about young people and the power of relationships!


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By James Lawler, for Fox News
In a non-exclusive, FOX has gained access to the Security Council's draft resolution addressing the recent Kenyan intervention in Somalia. Proposed by Morocco, key features of the resolution include:
– CONDEMNING the Kenyan intervention, demanding the withdrawal of Kenyan forces from Jubaland and endorsing sanction in the event of non-compliance.
– DEPLOYING a peacekeeping force to administer Jubaland AND a monitoring taskforce to monitor possible human-rights violations.
– REINDORSING the embargo on Somalian charcoal exports in an attempt to financially weaken Somali terror group Al-Shabaab.
In summary, this draft resolution bears all the signs of a classically misguided, bleeding-heart and utterly chaotic piece of liberal foreign policy.
Firstly, it puts blame in the wrong places. The resolution incomprehensibly blasts Kenya's occupation of the Jubaland region as an "annexation", despite the Kenya's previous statements that they'll withdraw troops as soon as possible. Yet, it utterly fails to condemn the Somali government's hapless inability to prevent its territory being used as a launch-pad for international terror. This sets a terrible precedent for international norms – the Security Council is fine states being riddled with terrorists, but unable to comprehend the notion of self-defence.
Secondly, the resolution is unworkable. It demands Kenya withdraw troops from Jubaland within 48 hours, although Kenya has already publically refused to follow such a timetable. As a stopgap measure, it demands the deployment of a humanitarian monitoring force in Jubaland. However, it might want to be noted that Jubaland is currently also a warzone, with Kenyan forces under siege from Somali troops and Al-Shabaab militants (something the Council seems to have forgotten, given that it also fails to even call for a ceasefire in the region). Hence, the resolution is effectively sending UN monitors off to die.
Compounding the likelihood of this resolution actually escalating the Jubaland conflict is the proposed deployment of a UN peacekeeping force in Jubaland. According to the text of the resolution, troops have the authority "to use all necessary measures to restore international peace and security". For those of you unaware of typical Council resolutions, this mandate is impossibly wide. Given Somalia is still battling to re-seize the region, it will effectively drag the UN into a war with Somalia – the country it is trying to save. Thus, our situation is clear – the Security Council has made a serious geopolitical boo-boo. It fails to effectively recognise the true belligerents of the conflict, deploys nonsensical forces which will likely obliterate rather than rescue Jubaland, and fails to effectively target the terrorists responsible for this whole horrific mess. FOX News condemns this draft resolution, condemns the Obama Administration for supporting it, and condemns all other Council members for being parley to such a travesty of international justice.


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NEW ORLEANS – A deputy director is suing her former employer alleging she was wrongfully terminated for expressing opinions on matters of public concern.
Frith Malin filed a complaint on Nov. 18 in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana against Orleans Parish Communications District alleging violation of the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.
According to the complaint, the plaintiff alleges that on July 29, she was terminated from her employment with the defendant after sending an email expressing her opinion on the CEO of a foundation. She alleges this email was a statement of hers made as a private citizen, not as a part of her official duties with the defendant. She alleges the termination caused her to suffer economic damages, emotional distress, humiliation and a damaged reputation.
The plaintiff holds Orleans Parish Communications District responsible because the defendant allegedly violated her right to free speech and failed to adequately address previous complaints she had made regarding the sexually hostile work environment created by another employee.
The plaintiff requests a trial by jury and seeks judgment in her favor for all damages she sustained, plus interest, attorney's fees, costs and other equitable relief she may be entitled. She is represented by Lisa Brener of Brener Law Firm LLC in New Orleans.
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana Case number 2:16-cv-16465


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MSA Elections happen each year in spring. In spring 2018, we will be electing the following positions: President, Professional Development Chair, and Member Representatives (3). The nomination deadline has now passed. The nominees will be announced shortly.
The following members comprise the MSA Board of Directors:
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Sunday, 26 June 2011
HURRAH! Who's with me?!
The house is in a disarray of half packed boxes because we are selling a lot of furniture on craigslist.
My finances are in a bit of a disarray because hubby hasn't found a job yet and is going to go back to school.
The gym job is moving locations this weekend so when I go in on Tuesday I will have to be given a tour and learn all the new things about it.
My life is a bit disorganized right now and that is very stressful for me. Plus, at the risk of TMI, I'm PMSing. All these factors contributed to me over eating last week, it could happen that way to anyone, and I am certain it won't be the last time it happens to me. So I'm not going to beat myself up over it. Today I will plan out my meals and activities, because that is what works for me. I'm simply going to step back in control of my eating and health and lose the weight I gained like I have been doing for more than a year now. Who can argue with results like this?
HURRAH! Who's with me?!
On another note, I've noticed that I'm about to post my 100th post and I'm only a few away from 100 followers. Seems like there might need to be some kind of mention or celebration for that. Any ideas?
PS: Found the following on a friends blog and found it to be moving.
"Obesity is never JUST a food issue. It's the manifestation of a vice – a bondage – an addiction. When you "see someone on the streets stumbling and slurring with a wine bottle in hand, their behavior and outer appearance is a manifestation of their condition. Their pain and torment caused them to take that drink and get to where they are today. It's no different with obesity. What you see on the outside of me, was a feeble attempt to apply salve to my wounds in the form of food. Just because it wasn't a bottle to my lips, or some powder snorted in my nose, or a needle in my vein – doesn't make it any less harmful or any less deadly."
I hope you will go and check out Heart On My (Gastric) Sleeve and lend some insight and motivation to his journey, or be inspired by his willingness to change.
16 comments:
- Anonymous26 June 2011 at 06:43
hurrah indeed!ReplyDelete
even with the set back, that is something to be proud of... keep up the hard work and youll be back on track right away
The thing about you, Evo C, is that you were beautiful at all stages of your weight loss. However, now you are healthier. I really liked the doo rag thing in your big pic. You did not let your obesity make you generic and hide behind black and baggy. I bet that what is in you is what has driven you so well in this journey.ReplyDelete
Keep on looking beautiful and keeping strong.
Thanks for your insightful post!
Camera lenses often need a good wipe out, or off,to regain their sharp focus so it looks like that's all you needed also. You're seeing clearly again, defeat that stress!ReplyDelete
- Anonymous26 June 2011 at 13:12
you look beautiful Cole!ReplyDelete
you are a winner in this ladies eyes!!!!!
keep up the good work and the commitment you have to yourself
love and light
Wow, you have done amazing!! Good luck with the new gym location this week - I know how hard it can be to adjust to new machines/set up.ReplyDelete
- Anonymous26 June 2011 at 14:05
Hurrah!! Lets' do it!ReplyDelete
- Anonymous26 June 2011 at 17:29
You look wonderful! I just want you to know that. You might have had a couple rough weeks but you will be fine. Sometimes we need to get off track a little so we can realize how much we need this. You will keep doing great! We are all here with you and for you.ReplyDelete
Lets try to accomplish all our goals this week okay? Lets do it! WE CAN AND WE WILL!!!! YAY!!!!
Self sabotage, why do we do that! Let's end it now! Nice on the 100th post, keep going and stay dedicated! I'll go back and click the link and check out that blog too, thanks!ReplyDelete
you have made immense life changes and the pictures show that - you are like a different woman from the outside.ReplyDelete
I know the gain wasn't want you wanted but you are right this is not going to stop you moving forward because you are strong and brave and resolute.
great news on the 2 100ths coming your way. I put up a 100th post rosette on my blog on the 100th post, do feel free to use it! A celebration is most definitely in order.
Well, the important thing is to get back on track, and you obviously know how to do that! I'll check out the blog you mentioned. Wish you the best with week 4.ReplyDelete
In the grand scheme of all you've accomplished, two pounds is merely a hiccup. Thank you so much for all of your inspiration!ReplyDelete
Not having things organised can definitely make things much harder, but at least it's only temporary and you're working on sorting things out now.ReplyDelete
May I ask how tall you are? Because although we aren't supposed to compare ourselves with others, I'm really comparing me to your "before".. because that 306 picture at the top of your blog looks just like my backside LOL I was 331 at my highest and currently I'm around 303 (tonight is weigh-in, so I'm not sure exactly). I am six feet tall. I so enjoy reading your blog! I'm sorry you are going through a stressful time...it WILL smooth out!ReplyDelete
WE all have bad weeks. Then we have good weeks. Have more good weeks and progress is made. :) And yeah, I accept that food and me are an addictive thing and I have to be vigilant. FOR LIFE. I have emo-eating, stress-eating, binge-eating, etc. And me and food will always have to look at each other and try to make a treaty to do me good, not ill. It's an ongoing process....and I thank God for more than a year without a binge. That in itself is progress...ReplyDelete
I wish us all a great week.
Look at that before and after pictures - they say so much with just the click of a button and a post!!! Hurrah Hurrah - all the way!!!ReplyDelete
Staying MOtivated MO
I love those before and after pics. You look amazing. I know lots of things are off in your life right now, but things will get better. You'll see. They will.ReplyDelete


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If I drank less, I'd remember more, but what fun is that?
The promise of four future residences.
That's what it takes for me to give a guy my number.
It's also always easier when I'm liquored up and haven't eaten dinner.
That the four promised residences are in LA, Paris, and NY aren't bad either. I don't remember exactly where in each city our future houses are going to be (hi, alcohol = memory like a sieve!), but I do remember that I asked and apparently he gave good enough answers. Oh, and the fourth residence is a YACHT.
I'm easily sold, sometimes. Because I'm a real estate whore like that. However, I'm not terribly interested in him, and if I remember correctly, he's definitely not my type (and I was far more interested in another guy at the party, but I'll be seeing him with friends tonight) but I would go out on a date or two because he was a good talker, and anyone who knows me knows how important that is for me, and also, he happens to be the brother of a rather notorious character. (Sadly, I don't remember his name. Goddammit. But I never remember anyone's name.) The stories, y'all. I go on dates for the stories.
But I will be fascinated if he can follow directions, as I specifically said to not call until after Friday, when my papers are over. I'm all sorts of demanding, you see. It is sad, but there have been guys in the past who have NOT followed a simple instruction like, "I promise I will call you on Monday, but I'm busy until then so please don't call." Nope. They call, I scowl at caller ID and chuck my phone across the room. I like guys who follow rules, as long as they're my rules. It really does make life so much easier.


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Nightlife in the capital
The nightlife offers many facets. Whether you prefer a cozy evening with your friend with a cocktail, in one of the mainstream clubs at EDM or want to experience something special. This city offers you not only in the day countless possibilities even in the night is something for everyone!
The club scene stands for parties with high musical quality. Not for nothing, electronic music is also a cause of international excitement. The parties range from chic to underground. Clubs like the Flex already have cult status. The program varies in the same way as in the other party locations of the city.
Cool music is not only played in clubs and discos. The scene also coincides with "hanging out" also in the coffee house and Beisl, in the former cinema or at the Naschmarkt. The people who are there are as colorful as the offer.
Stylish, classy and cool – with a large serving design. These are the in-premises. Here you can danced, dined and drunk – in a remarkable ambience. Style has not only the local, but also the audience, which is to be found here.
The belt is becoming more and more the central mile of nightlife with scene appeal. In addition to the classics like Chelsea, B72 or Q [kju:], new music lobbies are opening up under the subway.
Meal and cheers
Paris has its bistros, Madrid its Bodegas, Prague its pubs and London its pubs. W, on the other hand, has three types of gastronomic institutions: the coffee house, the Beisl and the Heurigen.
Here one knows a dozen ways to serve the coffee. There are first the large and small black or brown. The Melange is a coffee with a lot of milk and crowned by a little Schlagobers (whipped cream). For an Kaisermelange, an egg yolk is also added. The Fiaker is a mocha served in the glass. The Einspänner a Fiaker with a portion of Schlagobers. A coffee stretched with water is called lengthened.
The second culinary Hochburg of Vienna is the Beisl. It is back in fashion. Thanks to the miraculous rejuvenation of Viennese cuisine, which is a combination of Bohemian, Hungarian, Italian, Jewish and other Central European cooking traditions. The town of the Schnitzel and Tafelspitz, the dumplings and pancakes, were a decade. Meanwhile, a new generation has modernized the range.
The third institution, the Heurige, also enjoys uninterrupted popularity. These venues, mostly decorated with picturesque vaults, courtyards and gardens, are found all over the city. The real Heurigen, also called Buschenschanken, are to be recognized by a green Föhrenbusch above and a plate with the inscription "Ausg'steckt" beside the entrance gate.


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Hummus is one of my favourite snacks that is generally on the healthier side compared to a lot of other dips. However, if you buy them packaged how healthy are they really? They're full of preservatives with chemicals and a higher oil content in less desirable forms such as canola and/or vegetable oil (not to mention they're usually modified).
I have been craving hummus for a while now and instead of reaching for the Sabra brand that my mother brought home (tastes so good, but not to good for your body) I decided to make some homemade! It was extremely quick, easier and even better; simple, healthy and just as satisfying as the store-bought stuff.
Without further hesitation, my recipe is below :).
Homemade Roasted Red Pepper Hummus:
- 1 can of organic garbanzo/chickpeas (Yves), drained and rinsed
- 1 red bell pepper, roasted over a grill (no oil needed), seedless and diced
- 1/4 – 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons of Tahini (roasted sesame seed butter)
- 1 large clove of garlic, minced
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- lemon juice from 1/2 a lemon
- 1 tsp himalayan/sea salt
- 1 tbsp crushed peppers
In a blender or food processor, puree the chickpeas with oil. Once smooth, tahini, lemon juice and minced garlic; puree until smooth and well combined. Add roasted pepper and puree again. Last round, add garlic powder, salt and crushed peppers.
Let cool in the fridge or serve right away. Enjoy along side some vegetables or crackers 🙂
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Today I saw my rheumatologist for the first time since being off all of my medications. When I first arrived I actually had to check the building directory to make sure I remembered that he was on the 3rd floor. This not only made me laugh a little but it was a clear sign to me that my life was changing. I feel like I used to live there. I was there so often and it never was an appointment that I looked forward to, even though he really is a very nice man.
Today was an appointment that I was nervous about but equally excited about. Come to find out I had NOTHING to be nervous about and EVERYTHING to be excited about.
I have been given the "You're 100% better!" doctors sign off. I am no longer controlled by my disease! There is so much to be excited about and my future definitely looks bright!
I WILL continue my journey of "healing eating" to improve my health because there is no where to go but up!
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2010 Preferred Oscars Nominations- Dave
Labels: 2009 in film , 2009 Oscars , 2010 Oscars , 1 comments
Best Visual Effects
District 9
Star Trek
So pretty…
Best Sound Effects
District 9
The Hurt Locker
Inglourious Basterds
Star Trek
Best Sound Effects Editing
District 9
The Hurt Locker
Inglourious Basterds
Star Trek
BOOM goes the dynamite!
Best Make Up
District 9
The Road
Star Trek
I have often found myself wondering how this award is not sponsored by Max Factor or L'Oreal.
Best Costume Design
The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus
Inglourious Basterds
A Single Man
The Young Victoria
For costume design, I have three out of the five real nominees. Basterds gets added because of its scope and costumes for the women. Meanwhile, A Single Man gets added for its dead on fashion of the 1960s and because Tom Ford made it. You know it has to at least look damn good.
Best Art Direction
District 9
Inglourious Basterds
A Single Man
Where the Wild Things Are
None of the real nominees here, convention be damned!
Best Song
Crazy Heart – "The Weary Kind"
Fantastic Mr. Fox – "Petey's Song"
The Hangover – "Stu's Song"
It Might Get Loud – "Fly Farm Blues"
Where the Wild Things Are – "All Is Love"
Save "The Weary Kind," the Academy completely fumbled away this category. Songs should be memorable and fun/moving.
Best Score
Fantastic Mr. Fox
The Hurt Locker
A Single Man
Star Trek
Best Animated Feature
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
Fantastic Mr. Fox
The Secret of the Kells
Best Cinematography
District 9
The Hurt Locker
Inglourious Basterds
A Single Man
Awesome to the max.
Best Film Editing
District 9
Drag Me to Hell
The Hurt Locker
Inglourious Basterds
A Serious Man
The "It" Category.
Best Adapted Screenplay
District 9
Fantastic Mr. Fox
In the Loop
A Single Man
Up in the Air
I feel that this category, without compromise, is significantly more solid than the real one.
Best Original Screenplay
Drag Me to Hell
The Hurt Locker
Inglourious Basterds
A Serious Man
Solid choices abound…
Best Supporting Actress
Diane Krueger – Inglourious Basterds
Melanie Laurent – Inglourious Basterds
Mo'Nique – Precious
Julianne Moore – A Single Man
Lorna Raver – Drag Me to Hell
Last Woman Out: Vera Fermiga – Up in the Air
I cannot ignore Mo'Nique's career altering performance in Precious. The Basterds duo of Krueger and Laurent get my support giving the film a strong female presence. Julianne Moore has replaced Kate Winslet as the actress who always gets nominated, but has nothing on the shelf at home. Lastly, I am recognizing Lorna Raver for her wacky and dastardly turn in Drag Me to Hell. I just gave the horror industry legitimacy.
Best Supporting Actor
Peter Capaldi – In the Loop
Billy Crudup - Watchmen
Richard Kind – A Serious Man
Anthony Mackie – The Hurt Locker
Christoph Waltz – Inglourious Basterds
Last Man Out: Kylie the Possum – Fantastic Mr. Fox
I feel that Capaldi, Kind, Mackie, and Waltz are self-explanatory. Waltz is easily the most memorable character, with Capaldi in second. The fifth spot came down to Watchmen co-stars Crudup and Jackie Earle Haley. I chose Crudup's alienated and subdued performance over Haley's psychotic rendition.
Also, if a claymation possum could be nominated for an Oscar, Crudup gets dropped.
Best Actress
Sandra Bullock – The Blind Side
Alison Lohman – Drag Me to Hell
Carey Mulligan – An Education
Gabourey Sidibe – Precious
Meryl Streep – Julie and Julia
Last Woman Out: Helen Mirren – The Last Station
I just added more legitimacy to the horror genre.
Best Actor
Jeff Bridges – Crazy Heart
George Clooney – Up in the Air
Matt Damon – The Informant!
Colin Firth – A Single Man
Michael Stuhlbarg – A Serious Man
Last Man Out: Liam Neeson – Taken
A solid list… Up until you read Liam Neeson as the sixth man. Why Neeson? If you have a role that redefines who you are as actor and it establishes a mindset with pop culture, you have achieved something. After Taken, we all think the same thing when we see Liam Neeson now: Oh snap, Liam Neeson is about to start killing people. Keep in mind, Neeson once played Michael Collins and a psychiatrist in Nell.
Best Director
Kathryn Bigelow – The Hurt Locker
James Cameron – Avatar
Pete Docter – Up
Jason Reitman – Up in the Air
Quentin Tarantino – Inglourious Basterds
Last Man/Woman Out: Neil Blomkamp – District 9
Bigelow, Cameron, Reitman, and Tarantino are not strangers to this category this year. I chose Docter over Blomkamp because too often animated films are dismissed as solely a collaborative effort. Docter had a significant hand in every aspect of Up, and it was not a hindrance at all.
Best Picture
District 9
Drag Me to Hell
Fantastic Mr. Fox
The Hurt Locker
Inglourious Basterds
A Serious Man
Star Trek
Up in the Air
Last Two Films Out: In the Loop and A Single Man
Nine out of these ten do not need to be explained.
So, why did I put Drag Me to Hell here? One, it is a great movie. It makes you experience fear, sorrow, and sheer ridiculousness. Horror is often a genre – like science fiction and fantasy in years past – that gets overlooked. The Exorcist is the only true horror film to get a lot of accolades, which is a shame. Maybe the trend will be reversed someday for films that truly deserve it.
Inglourious Basterds – 12
District 9 – 9
The Hurt Locker – 9
A Single Man – 7
Avatar – 6
Star Trek – 6
Drag Me to Hell – 5
Fantastic Mr. Fox – 5
A Serious Man – 5
Up – 5
Up in the Air – 4
Crazy Heart – 2
In the Loop – 2
Precious – 2
Watchmen – 2
Where the Wild Things Are – 2
The Blind Side – 1
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs – 1
Coraline – 1
An Education – 1
The Informant! – 1
Julie and Julia – 1
Nine – 1
The Road – 1
The Secret of the Kells – 1
The Young Victoria – 1


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Hey Guys!!! EXAMS ARE FINALLY OVER!!!! HURRAY!!!!!!!!!!!! HAHA^^
Ok so jus a few things to post...
HAHPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY TO Hweeling, Fazlee & KaiLi!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! As their bdays were during the exam period so didn't hav a chance to say happy bday to them...Haha
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SRI International to focus in biological memory in AI applications under DARPA L2M program
MENLO PARK, Calif. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) officials selected SRI International to develop a next-generation artificial intelligence (AI) system able to learn continuously and apply that learning to become better and more reliable at performing new tasks. The contract will be supported under DARPA's Lifelong Learning Machines (L2M) Program.
Podcast: Speeding up DoD acquisition process, military artificial intelligence applications, DoD budget increase
The U.S. Department of Defense Fiscal Year (FY) 2019 budget request is considerably higher than last year with more funding slated for upgrades of air, land, and sea platforms. In this podcast with Mike MacPherson, Vice President, Strategic Planning, Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions, he discusses the impact for the budget increase on the defense electronics industry [...]
DoD budget increases impact on defense electronics suppliers
Every month the McHale Report will host an online roundtable with experts from the defense electronics industry – from major prime contractors to defense component suppliers. Each roundtable will explore topics important to the military embedded electronics market. This month we cover the Trump Administration's Department of Defense (DoD) Fiscal Year (FY) 2019 budget request. [...]
The path to smarter, autonomous radar and EW platforms
Data flowing from radar and electronic warfare (EW) systems to the analyst's screen will determine the course of action in any given mission. Bearing in mind that decisions need to be made, at times in seconds, it's critical for radar and EW systems to quickly sift through that data and turn it into actionable intelligence. To achieve this goal, the defense industry is using artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and deep learning (DL) techniques to program these systems and make them into smarter, more autonomous tools.
Human/AI collaborations improve via Army Research Laboratory program
ORLANDO, Fla. U.S. Army Research Laboratory scientists completed the Autonomy Research Pilot Initiative (ARPI) and developed ways to improve collaborations between humans and artificially intelligent agents.
Artificial intelligence & machine learning techniques to be explored in DARPA Causal Exploration program
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) officials tapped Raytheon BBN Technologies - a wholly owned subsidiary of Raytheon Co. - to explore artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques to develop tools that may enable military planners to understand how cultural and other factors combine to cause conflicts. The work Agency's Causal Exploration of Complex Operational Environments program.
Artificial intelligence (AI)…and artificial stupidity (AS)
WARFARE EVOLUTION BLOG: Isaac Asimov first published the three laws for super-intelligent robots in 1942, and we are ignoring them. Although Department of Defense (DoD) directive 3000.09, dated November 2012, says that a human must always pull the trigger or press the button on our weapons, we violated that when we created the Phalanx CIWS and the Aegis missile defense system, although those weapons are defensive. Now, everybody with a lot of money, or a lot of education, is claiming that Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) will take us to a "singularity," sometime between 2020 and 2040, where machines become exponentially smarter than humans. At that point, the machines and killer robots will eliminate humans and take over the world.
Radar, electronic warfare, AI, hot applications in growing European defense market
Every month the McHale Report will host an online roundtable with experts from the defense electronics industry – from major prime contractors to defense component suppliers. Each roundtable will explore topics important to the military embedded electronics market. This month we discuss the European defense electronics market, commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) use, and how the Trump Administration's [...]
DARPA launches Radio Frequency Machine Learning Systems program
ARLINGTON, Va. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) officials announced the new Radio Frequency Machine Learning Systems (RFMLS) program, which aims to further the cause of applying machine learning techniques to the realm of radio frequency (RF) signals.
DARPA's Colosseum testbed now available for use in SC2 challenge
LAUREL, Md. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) officials announced the grand opening of the Colosseum, a next-generation electronic emulator of the electromagnetic spectrum. The Colosseum is located in 30-foot by 20-foot server room on the campus of the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Laurel, Maryland.
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BENEFITING: New York Women's Foundation
EVENT DATE: Aug 01, 2016
Hi Friends & Family,
Please join me in raising awareness for The New York Women's Foundation—a voice for women and a force for change. The NYWF is a cross-cultural alliance of women catalyzing partnerships and leveraging human and financial capital to achieve sustained economic security and justice for women and girls.
With fierce determination, I'm challenging myself to 30 consecutive days of Bikram yoga at 105°F in an effort to mobilize hearts, minds and resources to create an equitable and just future for women, families and communities in New York City.
Anyone who would like to join is welcome as it's an independent initiative! I'll be practicing at Modo Yoga in the Williamsburg and West Village locations August 1st through the 30th although it can be done anywhere!
With Love, Kori
The Team: $190 TOTAL RAISED SO FARJOIN THE TEAM
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