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01 of 09
Bonding with Their Humans
Cats are intelligent creatures, sentient, and quite aware of the things they like and dislike. For the most part, we can tell which things cats like the most, by the amount of time they spend with those activities. However, time isn't always the standard. We know, for example, that most cats spend 16 to 18 hours a day sleeping, however sleeping is not necessarily a cat's favorite activity.
It's difficult to arrange these pleasurable activities in numerical order, as "one size fits all" does not apply to cats at all. Like us humans, what was fun yesterday may make any given cat yawn today. As you read, you'll see that this list is interwoven and interchangeable. Cats know you can't get too much of a good thing. Reader activity will also play a role in the order of this list, so please keep your own cats' activities in mind while reading.
Bonding With Humans
When we bring cats into our lives, regardless of their ages, we become surrogate parents to them, cat moms and dads, and most of us consider our cats an integral part of our families. We and our cats bond in many ways, as other items on this list, such as petting, interactive play, grooming a cat, will demonstrate. It's rare to find even a novice cat parent who doesn't feel this bond quickly. And experienced cat parents often feel the bond immediately. I can't tell you how many times I've read shelter cat adoption stories, which almost always include something about "love at first sight" somewhere in the story.
Therapy Cats
Bonding with cats is a two-way street, as many of us have experienced. There is nothing quite so hypnotically relaxing as feeling a warm purring body next to us. It's little wonder that cats are coming into their own as therapy animals in hospitals and nursing homes.
Many Men Love Cats Too
Perhaps it's because all the men in my family have been cat guys, but there's a special place in my heart for men who love cats. One of my favorite cat dads is Avram, who originally wrote to me years ago. He was in a relationship and eventually wanted children, but wasn't sure if he could be a good father. He was fascinated with cats but was allergic to them. We worked together for almost a year, with a gradual program of acclimating himself to cats. He eventually adopted Arthur and Beowulf as kittens and adored those cats from the very first. Now, several years later, Avram is the father of a bouncing baby boy, and couldn't be happier. In my opinion, his son will grow up to be a responsible, caring person, as is the case of most kids with cats.Continue to 2 of 9 below.
02 of 09
Eating All the Food
Like many humans, cats love to eat good food and to snack between meals. Cat snacks are probably more healthful than most of our "junk food" snacks, though, as long as they don't over-do the snacking at the risk of snubbing their more healthful regular cat food.
Speaking of healthful, three basic forms of cat food are available commercially, with a fourth form which could be considered either a meal or "treat" food. In order of their recommendation by many cat nutrition experts, they are:
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- Fresh Raw or Freeze-Dried
Since Pottinger's Study in the middle of the 20th century, more experts are convinced that a raw diet is best for cats. Michelle T. Bernard, the author of Raising Cats Naturally, recommends her own raw diet for cats and has fed healthy cats for well over a decade on her diet. Learn more about Home Prepared Food for Cats.
- Canned Cat Food
The common ingredient in raw cat food and canned cat food is water, which makes canned cat food the next best choice for cats. My personal choices for canned cat foods:
Top Picks: Canned Food for Cats
Top Picks: Premium Canned Kitten Food
- Dry Cat Food
In today's two-earner society, with the humans away at work for long periods during the day, raw or canned foods are not always practical, so the cats are fed the best dry diets available.
- Fresh Raw or Freeze-Dried
03 of 09
Fresh Water
Ahhh...water, the stuff of life. Cats love cool running water, judging by the number of cats who drink out of the kitchen sink, given a chance. How much water does a cat need? Although difficult to quantify, it is likely no coincidence that about 67 percent of a cat's body tissue is water. Dry cat food contains minimal water, around 10 percent, and cats on a dry-only diet definitely need plenty of supplemental water to maintain that balance. Closely observe your cat's water intake, though, because excessive thirst cat be symptomatic of feline diabetes, feline hyperthyroidism, or chronic renal failure.
Some cats even enjoy playing in the water, especially breeds such as Turkish Van. There is nothing inherently wrong with this activity, and if you have a water-play cat, try putting a few inches of water in a bathtub along with a handful of ice cubes to bat around on a hot day.
Water Dishes and Automated Water Fountains
Use caution when purchasing water bowls. The plastic ones can scratch easily, allowing bacteria to grow in the tiny fissures, which sometimes result in "Kitty Acne." I have never observed this with the hard surface of Automated Water Fountains.
My personal preference for automated fountains is the Drinkwell Platinum. However, just like many other products, the Drinkwell, and other automated fountains need regular routine care, such as cleaning and replacing filters, for many years of service.Continue to 4 of 9 below.
04 of 09
Judging by the sheer amount of time most cats sleep every day, they really must like to sleep. It is well-known that cats sleep from 14 to 18 hours a day. That might seem excessive to us humans, but then most "owned" cats don't have to wake to go to work every day. Remember also that cats are nocturnal animals, and can see better at night, so sleeping during the day comes naturally.
It doesn't seem to matter to cats when, where, or with whom they may sleep. The pictured cat was apparently sleeping in a bed with his favorite man.
Cats may even give you wake-up calls when you are trying to sleep at night. These habits are not natural to us, which causes cat-related sleep deprivation for some humans.Continue to 5 of 9 below.
05 of 09
Cat play is serious fun for cats. From kittenhood on, cats will play chase, capture, and kill games with bits of lint on the floor, other kittens, shadows on the wall, moths and other insects, toys (of course) and their humans hands (which is a no-no) Cat play is a fallback to cats in the wild, where they must stalk and kill their prey in order to eat and survive. Cat toy companies keep this in mind when producing their products such as toy mice, birds, butterflies and other "prey" on pole toys, and "chase" toys, such as laser toys to chase a beam of light. Cats either have great imaginations, or they just get engrossed in the fun of the chase.
We humans share the penchant for surrounding our own kids with toys, by buying our cats every kind of toy we see and admire. Just as I used to enjoy coloring a crayon picture alongside my daughter, I enjoy playing a game of hide-and-seek or catch with my cats. While cats enjoy playing with us, they are quite comfortable playing alone, and it is fun to sometimes catch them in the act.
Favorite Toys and Games for Cats
These are some of my and my cats' favorite purchased toys and games: They include both interactive and play-alone games.
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- i-Pad Apps for Cats Only
- Top Toys for Cats
- Top Interactive Cat Toys
- Cat Toys for Home-Alone Cats
- Top Catnip Toys and Products
06 of 09
Watching Birds
Here's a rhetorical question: Why do cats love to watch birds? Probably the main reason is that birds are prey and cats are predators. And the sight of a chirpy feathered creature hopping around on a windowsill or even a T.V. screen with alert the immediate attention of even the most bored, sleepy cat. This same propensity to chase and capture can even fascinate a cat watching birds through a window.
One of the first things my son and I did when we moved to our home in a forested area was to buy bird feeders. Our trees were full of birds we hadn't seen in our previous home: tiny yellow American Goldfinches, Chickadees, Nuthatches, Jays, and a number of other birds I haven't yet identified. We first bought the least expensive type, such as the pictured "sock" feeder filled with nyger (thistle) seed, which birds (especially Finches) love. Later, we bought three or four suet cartridges and wire mesh holders, and attractive metal hanging bird seed holders, all of which we hung from the roof over our front porch, which is adjacent to two windows in my son's (and the male cats') bedroom.
All was well, and the birds and their harmless "hunters" were happy -- until this spring when the black bears came out of their winter sleep with their newborn cubs and discovered the feeders filled with tasty seeds, berries, and fruit which they also love. I've since learned a lot more about our wildlife, and we've taken down all but the finch socks from our front porch, but will put them back up in late fall when the bears have gone down for their winter nap.
Ways to Attract Wild Birds to Your Yard
- Plant Flowers That Attract Birds
There are also a variety of shrubs and trees that attract birds to your yard.
- Use Attractive Bird Feeders
- Make Your Own Bird Food
- Don't Forget the Hummingbirds
- Provide Housing and Nest Material
Cat fur from combings can be placed in shrubbery for birds' use in lining their nests.
- Water for Birds' Drinking and Bathing
Of course, if you live in a high-rise with nary a bird to be seen, you and your cats can watch them on television.Continue to 7 of 9 below.
- Plant Flowers That Attract Birds
07 of 09
Scratching and Clawing
One of cats' basic needs, which they thoroughly enjoy, is scratching various surfaces to "sharpen" their claws. Actually, what happens when the time is right is that the sheath which covers cats' claws gradually loosens, and scratching dislodges it, so that it remains in the scratching post substrate, falls to the floor, or otherwise hides somewhere.
Think about how good it feels to take a long stretch when your muscles feel tight and knotted. That is another reason cats scratch - to do those stretching exercises which both relax and energize them. It always makes me chuckle to see a cat come racing into the room, stand up and scratch the devil out of that post, then race ecstatically around the house.
Other Motivation for Cats' Scratching
Do you know any humans who bite their nails when worried or stressed? Cats also claw to comfort themselves during times of fear or stress. Single cats may rarely or never scratch, and then become scratch-maniacs when more cats enter the home.
Be sure to supply plenty of scratching posts to satisfy cats' scratching needs and a regular cat claw management program.Continue to 8 of 9 below.
08 of 09
Nothing feels better to a human than a hot shower to relax muscles and then to emerge and off with a fluffy Egyptian towel. Cats feel exactly the same after 15 minutes of self-grooming, or being brushed by their favorite human. The contented rumble of their purrs is evidence enough, and guess what they do when they finish? Bingo! They go to sleep'
We Can Groom Cats, Too
Most cats loved to be brushed or combed by their favorite humans. It must feel as relaxing as it feels to us to go to a spa for a shampoo and scalp massage, then visit the sauna, and enjoy a full body massage. One of the things to watch for with cats, though, is not to overstimulate them, particularly on the lower part of the back. Some cats, particularly those inclined toward feline hyperesthesia, may run off, or turn aggressive with too much stimulation. So select your grooming tools carefully, and observe your cat's reaction, so you'll know when to stop. And just like in a human spa, offer a treat once you're finished.Continue to 9 of 9 below.
09 of 09
People Who Pet Them
Cats love to be gently petted, especially when this attention is given by their favorite human.
Do you have a cat who seems to be stand-offish when you try to pet her? It's kind of sad and worrisome, isn't it? But consider this: how many times has she approached you for some loving and you've ignored her or worse, removed her from the room because you were too busy? I write this with deep shame because that happens too often with my Jenny. It's difficult trying to meet a deadline, or research, with a cat kneading tender skin on your legs, or trying to walk on the keyboard.
Turnabout is fair play, so please keep that in mind the next time you are snubbed when trying to pet your cat. Also, as in grooming, when you are enjoying a petting session, keep an eye open for signs of overstimulation, or you may find yourself the victim of a little petting aggression.


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Our center provides graduate level education, basic and applied research and organizes conferences, workshops, seminars for technology transfer. In addition, all the research is supervised by industrial partners and worldwide recognized scientific institutions.
The Center for Welding, Joining and Coatings Research (CWJCR) is located in Nathaniel P. Hill Hall on the Colorado School of Mines campus in Golden, Colorado. Golden is located approximately 15 miles west of Denver in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, in close proximity to research centers, welding related companies and the major mountain recreation areas.
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- Induction assisted laser welding has been developed by CWJCR
- Laser / Wire additive manufacturing capability developed by CWJCR
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If you're already a fan you'll remember that last year's HD2 was one of the best-looking, easiest-to-use business phones yet. It was far and away the best handset using Windows Mobile, the fiddly operating system from Microsoft. HTC cunningly overlaid Windows Mobile with its own interface, called Sense.
But despite the phone's neat styling and highly successful HTC Sense interface, some felt the HD2 was just too big – its 4.3-inch screen was good for viewing documents but just too hard to hold comfortably.
You'll guess, then, that the new HTC HD Mini is smaller than its predecessor. The screen is now 3.2 inches: still highly usable but small enough to mean the phone fits perfectly in the smallest hand.
Like the HD2, the Mini's look is demurely stylish. The rubberised case feels good and the smooth glass front with flush virtual buttons is easy to use. HTC's Sense user interface stands out again, sporting a cute weather and clock screen, complete with mist effects on cloudy days and windscreen wipers when it's tipping it down.
A carousel of shortcuts at the bottom of the screen takes you to the internet browser, stocks and shares information and email. Emails appear as a pile of papers: move your finger up the phone and the top paper floats off-screen satisfyingly. A tap on the Home button and you're back to the main display.
If on the home screen there are not enough shortcuts for the programs you want, by wiping a finger up the screen a grid of nine user-configurable squares appears.
Programs you can add to the home screen include Wi-Fi Router, to effortlessly turn the phone into a wireless hot spot, so you can connect your computer to the internet via the HD Mini wherever you can find a phone signal.
Of course, if you need the Microsoft programs, they're here too – there's a dedicated Windows home screen button to take you to them. Be warned, you quickly find yourself in the morass of hard-to-read small-font menus which are much less enjoyable to use than HTC's versions.
And, unlike the HD2, this phone will not be upgradeable to the flashy Windows Phone 7 Series later in the year so you're stuck with the current version. Even so, the HTC overlay is so successful, and the phone itself such a joy to use, that it deservedly wins a fifth star.
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Direct mail campaigns have been around nearly as long as advertising has. Referred to as "traditional marketing", some might be led to question what role direct mail campaigns play in today's market. What are the primary direct mail campaign benefits? Is direct mail a worthy investment for me?
Direct mail marketing is still very much a lucrative marketing tactic. In many cases, it is as effective as digital or other experiential tactics. Because of the complications and competition that has arisen in the digital space, it is often an even better option.
So let's answer the most important question we posed above.
What are the top direct mail campaign benefits?
- Avoid information overload.
The funny thing about email is…everyone is doing it. As desperate as people once were to fill their mailboxes, now more people are desperate to get their email inbox under control. That means most people are forced to implement a ruthless, cutthroat approach to email. Anything that is not truly essential or irresistibly intriguing gets the ax.
That's a hard barrier to overcome – especially when deleting is as simple as clicking a button. So at the top of our list of direct mail campaign benefits is ironically that: it is not email, and that is a plus.
Compared to email, direct mail per piece cost is higher. Nevertheless, direct mail has a powerful return on investment that digital marketing doesn't have a chance to beat.
Direct mail achieves a 3.7% response rate with a house list, and a 1.0% response rate with a prospect list.
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- Facilitate trust.
Trust in today's marketing space is a complex animal. The issue is working on so many levels, primarily the issue of consumer privacy. With new data collection technology coming out every day, most people do not feel safe on the internet, and are certainly wary of new materials from unknown or unfamiliar sources.
By comparison, a piece of mail feels less intrusive. It stands alone: it is not caught in a deep web of the digital database. In some sense, that's comforting. Not to mention – it takes work and commitment to print and mail a direct mail piece. It's less likely to feel like fishing.
- It feels personal.
From bright, engaging envelopes to a personalized message inside or out, one of our top direct mail campaign benefits is the ability to personalize the piece. The more specific the better, and the more likely the reader will be to open, keep reading, or take action.
Variable imaging and personalization take direct mail campaigns to the next level. You can add the name of the recipient on an image. For example, a car dealer could put the recipient's name on the license plate of an image of a car. A pet store could have an image of the kind of dog the recipient has. Hotels can offer discounts for restaurants that their customers visited on previous stays.
Getting personal helps build a better and more loyal relationship.
- Tangible = memorable.
Similar to the early note about deleting messages so easily, even a good email can slip your memory. Tangible pieces that we engage with and can physically hang on to (if we want to) can lead to better recall about what the offer was in the first place.
Keepsake direct mail, like magnetic menus, branded calendars, or even a simple pen with contact information, helps preserve your business in the eyes of the holder.
- Delivered as is.
Barring a catastrophe at the Post Office (which is rare), the mail you send out arrives in the same size and shape that you sent it in. With email or other digital platforms, there are a lot more variables at play, and therefore a lot more things that can go off course. Often, simplicity really is the best policy.
Have a question about direct mail campaigns? You can ask us here. We are always here to help. Feel free to reach out to us directly at 702.617.9000.


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A display in the lobby of the Decker Sports & Recreation Center that honors the current members of the All-Goucher team. The All-Goucher Team is selected by a panel of head coaches and athletic administrators and represents the 10 most distinguished student-athletes and most outstanding coach during an academic year. The All-Goucher team was established in 2010-11 and is selected annually.
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Discussion in 'General Gaming Discussion' started by science, Oct 23, 2007.
As you may know, I live in Canada (see flag over dere
As no one else is responding I'll help out a fellow Canadian.
I don't have an xbox either so it's not like I could use it for myself.
I dont think that will work man. You have already said you were from Canada on your tag.


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Open Thread: Talk About Clothes, Style, Fashion — Whatever the Heck You Like to Call It
Your place to come talk about clothes whenever you feel like it.
I'm currently at the point with my "winter" shoes where I have only two pairs left that don't desperately need to be resoled. New York City is notoriously hard on footwear, and though I love high heeled ankle boots with an unrivaled passion, I must admit that I am freakishly excited to put (most of) my boots into summer storage (and, let's be real, I'll probably throw a few pairs away too). I'll probably almost cry but whatever, footwear is important! It protects your feet from the elements and it stands between you and the ground! This is why I'm so excited that summer shoe season is almost here.
Some people think it's gross to wear sandals in the city. Personally, as long as I'm not wearing beach flip flops, I think it's perfectly fine (though I do a few questionably gross things, so I might not be the most trustworthy person this side of the Hudson river).
My definition of what constitutes a sandal is pretty all-encompassing and basically includes anything that exposes more than a third of your foot. Sandals and summer shoes are the best because — especially when you define them my way — there is so much variety to put on your feet. Every year, Fashion Week offers us multitudes of new variations on classic sandal and summer shoe forms, but there's always a few outliers that can change the summer footwear game.
I'm also the type of person who can have a very vitriolic reaction to a fashion trend, but then slowly grow to love it when exposed to it more (see: rompers, wide-legged jeans, normcore...etc). This season, there are few standout footwear looks that are divisive, but sneakily the next big thing you'll covet for your closet (do people keep sandals in their closet? I do, but once again, I'm weird).
Below, check out the five most interesting shoes you'll be seeing a lot of this summer — and not just on my feet (though definitely there too).
Huarache-Inspired Sandals
True huaraches are a type of traditional Mexican sandals that are made of leather and have to be handmade to be legit (sort of like how Bourbon has to be made in KY to be called bourbon). However, this year Thakoon displayed an alternative take on the huarache during his Spring 2016 fashion show and the summer sandal lines I've been seeing in stores have been heavy on the woven leather. I predict a huarache-inspired sandal waterfall come May and I certainly will be wearing them with maxi skirts or jeans and a flow-y top.
My Favorites
Mules certainly are not new on the scene, but nineties-meets-seventies chunky mules were displayed prominently in multiple 2016 fashion shows. They are not exactly sandals, but they're not exactly heels either, and I love how they give you height but they are also comfy as well (it's a small miracle, always).
My Favorites (for this summer):
Babouches also aren't technically sandals (I know, I know, they are more like flats), but they don't cover your entire foot, and they were one of the most buzzed about shoe trends from various 2016 Fashion Weeks. Though I'm not sure that the hype is entirely justified, the babouche — traditionally a slipper-esque shoe from the Middle East — made a prominent modern appearance in Celine's Resort 2016 collection, hence the furor over their trendiness this Spring. Even if you think the look is a bit too extreme or you have no idea how to style it (I think maybe wide legged culottes or long shorts could work?), I guarantee you'll be seeing fashion forward ladies flitting about in babouches (or at least pointed-toe slides) this summer.
My Favorites (in case you want to take a leap and buy your own):
Colorful sandals were everywhere on runways this year, and though I'm usually a total sucker for a classic all-black ensemble, I'm not mad about the new influx of rainbow. While it's so different from the neutrals, blacks, whites, and metals of the past few years, but in my humble opinion, it's nice to wear something bright on your feet sometimes, even when you're rocking a black romper, black shades, and a black hat (this isn't an entirely recommended styling choice, but you do you).
This trend toward multi-colored footwear reminds me of summer 2010 and I predict you'll be seeing a lot more multicolored sandals on the feet of people all over, not just the folks attending Coachella.
(Some of) My Favorites
Edgy and Chunky Platforms
I'm so, so, so into platform shoes. Even though I'm 5'9" — taller than the average American woman — I constantly want to be taller. Platforms allow me accomplish this goal while also looking chic and not hurting my high arches like stilettos always do. A few designers showcased some awesome edgy and chunky platforms for 2016 and though they were definitely in play last summer, I predict a new influx of fun platforms this summer.
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So far the only date confirmed is the July 30 visit to Villarreal, a side Liverpool could end up facing in the Champions League next term.
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Buffalo's TeraStation TS3210DN, TS3410DN, TS5210DN and TS5410DN win Red Dot for high quality design
Hoofddorp, The Nederlands - April 11, 2017. Four of Buffalo's new TeraStation series of products, designed for small businesses, home office and demanding users, have won the distinction "Red Dot" from the expert committee for the Red Dot Award: Product Design 2017.
Professor Dr. Peter Zec, founder and CEO of the Red Dot Award: "The Red Dot winners are pursuing the right design strategy. They have recognised that good design and economic success go hand in hand. The award by the critical Red Dot jury documents their high design quality and is indicative of their successful design policy."
Osamu Tomita, Marketing and Business Plan Director at Buffalo Europe: "We are very proud and thankful that our efforts in providing valuable products that combine high-end technology and quality design are recognised by the prestigious Red Dot Award."
The TeraStation™ 3210 series is a high-performance, cost-effective 2-bay Network-Attached Storage (NAS) solution. Together with the TeraStation™ 3410 (4-bay), they are ideal for small businesses and demanding small office and home office (SOHO) environments. The robust central processing unit (CPU) and 1GB of DDR3 RAM means it can run multiple services simultaneously. This allows businesses to focus on concurrent tasks with minimal performance degradation.
Buffalo's TeraStation™ 5210DN and TeraStation™ 5410DN series are 2-bay and 4-bay network storage solutions ideal for businesses and demanding users requiring a reliable RAID-based network storage solution, with a built-in 10Gigabit Ethernet port for business critical applications.
The significance of the international design competition, Red Dot Award: Product Design, with its headquarter in Essen, Germany is well established. It was already more than 60 years ago that a jury convened for the first time to assess the best designs of the day. Since then, an expert team has been awarding the seal of quality for good design and innovation to the outstanding designs of the year.


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Hungry for some Mila's Lechon?Mila's lechon is already an institution when it comes to cooking lechon. They have been serving lechon in their restaurant for many years. Aside from that, they have already established their name and a lot of consumers keep on coming back for more of their good lechon recipes. This patronage amongst consumers can reflect what kind of service and products people get when dealing with Mila's Lechon restaurant and catering services.
If you are thinking about getting a lechon for an upcoming party or celebration then you might as well go for the lechon from Mila's. This is because their products and services are already trusted by many. So why would you put your trust on other brands that might just ruin your party? Have a worry-free gathering when you order lechon from Mila's restaurants in Manila, Philippines. A party isn't really complete without the lechon but not just any lechon--it must be high quality and something that all your guests will enjoy.
But if you're not considering getting a whole lechon or roasted pig, then you can just visit their many restaurant branches where you can order just for yourself or for a smaller group of people. You can try out their other foods and recipes as well because they offer more than just delicious and crispy lechon. I'm telling you their recipe for lechon is something that is so unbelievable. The skin is so crispy and the meat is so juicy. I wonder how they're able to produce such quality of lechon. Surely it has something to do with their many years of experience and incentive to be better than the competition and be the best provider of lechon in the Philippines.
So what are you waiting for? Check out the Mila's Lechon Menu today in the branch that is near you! I am sure you will be able to find satisfaction and it will be worth the money and time you will spend!


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The Cancer Wellness Center receives operating support through the generosity of individuals, foundations, corporations, and businesses. Donations make it possible to offer our services to those diagnosed with cancer, as well as their family members - completely free of charge. Each and every donation is vital to the Center and, more importantly, to those whose lives are affected by cancer. The Cancer Wellness Center is a private, not-for-profit, 501(c)(3) organization, so your donations are tax deductible within the limits of the tax laws.
In addition to giving endowments, bequests and stock gifts, here are some other specific ways you or your organization can donate to the Cancer Wellness Center.
You can make a tribute gift to honor an event in someone's life: birthdays, anniversaries, survivorship, or in memory of a loved one. Your tribute is acknowledged through a note card sent to the recipient. The gift amount is confidential; we only acknowledge the sentiment.
Designating the Center as the choice for charitable contributions through a loved one's obituary creates a living memorial for that person. In addition, this public notification helps create greater awareness of the Cancer Wellness Center as a resource for others living with cancer. The name of your loved one will be added to the memorial plaque permanently displayed in the Center. Call for information.
The Center is pleased to provide a beautiful, meaningful and permanent way for you to memorialize or honor a loved one. We commissioned a grapevine sculpture that is prominently displayed at the Center. It continues to "grow" as support for the Center grows. Leaves in different colors and sizes, and grapes that may contain up to 10 names, are available for inscription. Call for information.
We invite corporations to sponsor a variety of fundraising events throughout the year, including Stepping Up to Wellness 5K Run/Walk, Annual Benefit, Annual Golf Invitational, Library Benefit and several professional conferences. In return the Center promotes these corporations' support for important work on behalf of cancer survivors and their loved ones. Call Nancy Bulzoni at 847.509.9595 for more information.


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Cocktails in summer around the pool or by the BBQ need a nice light and refreshing taste, try some of these mixes including mojitos, coladas and sangarias.
This is an easy drink made up by a good friend -pineapple juice and vanilla vodka in a martini glass. Garnish with a wedge of pineapple and a cherry.
For those who like their margaritas on ice-rather than fully blended-this is the one for you. A straightforward, classic margarita with no added sugar. Watch this recipe being made in the Allrecipes Grand Margarita Video. It's the perfect cocktail for summer days.
This is an authentic recipe for mojito. It's a very refreshing drink for hot summer days. You can scale the recipe up easily if you want more than one!
Freeze the bananas before you use them in this drink and you won't need to water the taste down with ice. The blend of bananas, pineapple juice, coconut and rum is fantastic and extra creamy without being gluggy. Cheers!
Orange liqueur, lime and cranberry juice team up with vodka for a sweet-and-sour drink that's almost too refreshing!


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Former All-Ireland winning captain Sean Og O hAilpin has been welcomed back into the Cork panel for 2012, which was announced by new manager Jimmy Barry-Murphy this weekend.
O hAilpin who has been out of the Cork side for the past 12 months hinted that he would be willing to come back into the fold having fallen out with ex manager Dennis Walsh.
Jerry O'Connor, who like O hAilpin is a former Hurler of the Year but is 32 , will not be part of it next year's pane, however there are a number of veterans including onal Og Cusack, John Gardiner, Tom Kenny, Ben O'Connor and Niall McCarthy.
Jimmy Barry-Murphy's Cork panel for 2012 is as follows:
Donal Og Cusack (Cloyne), Martin Coleman (Ballinhassig), Anthony Nash (Kanturk), Christopher Joyce (Na Piarsaigh), Stephen McDonnell (Glen Rovers), Conor O'Sullivan (Sarsfields), Eoin Cadogan (Douglas), Ross Cashman (Kilbrittain), Brian Murphy (Bride Rovers), Shane O'Neill (Bishopstown), John Gardiner (Na Piarsaigh), Sean Og Ó hAilpín (Na Piarsaigh), William Egan (Kilbrin), Jamie Nagle (Midleton), Patrick O'Mahony (Midleton), Damien Cahalane (St. Finbarr's), Lorcan McLoughlin (Kanturk), Pa Cronin (Bishopstown), Bill Cooper (Youghal), Daniel Kearney (Sarsfields), Tom Kenny (Grenagh), Cathal Naughton (Newtownshandrum), Ben O'Connor (Newtownshandrum), Michael O'Sullivan (Tracton), Eoin Dillon (Milford), Niall McCarthy (Carrigtwohill), Cian McCarthy (Sarsfields), Conor Lehane (Midleton), Luke O'Farrell (Midleton), Jamie Coughlan (Newtownshandrum), Patrick Horgan (Glen Rovers), Paudie O'Sullivan (Cloyne).


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New Ambrosia Curly Maple Mountain 4-string Hour-glass, with 2-band Electric, optional double-back
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Four-string Mountain Dulcimer measures 33" overall. Light-weight. easy to carry, easy to fret with 26.5" VSL (bridge to nut). Width 7". Hand-carved heart sound-hole patterns.
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The VendScreen Revolution was created to address many industry needs, nutritional information being just one. The Revolution retrofits to existing machines, and once installed, the operator is hands-off from a calorie disclosure standpoint.
Portland, OR (PRWEB) January 25, 2013
VendScreen, Inc. responded today to the announcement of an April deadline being set by the FDA for finalization of the rule on "Food Labeling: Nutrition Labeling of Standard Menu Items in Restaurants and Similar Retail Food Establishments". The VendScreen Revolution is an exciting solution for vending operators allowing them to display calorie and nutrition information prior to purchase. Operators who have installed VendScreen devices will be best positioned for compliance once the final ruling is made. The company has been shipping devices since the fourth quarter of 2012 and is scaling operations to meet customer demand.
"Having a date set by the FDA for this ruling lets the vending industry, and operators in particular, know that the calorie disclosure rule is that much closer to taking effect. The VendScreen Revolution was created to address many industry needs, nutritional information being just one. The Revolution retrofits to existing machines, and once installed, the operator is hands-off from a calorie disclosure standpoint." All product nutritional detail information is entered by VendScreen, and downloaded wirelessly to the device.
Nutrition information for vended products resides in VendScreen's cloud-based database and includes a wide-array of products, with new products being added as they come to market. The VendScreen Revolution communicates with the vending machine's existing system and updates wirelessly over the built-in 3G cellular connection. "The beauty of our platform is it doesn't require the operator to do anything extra to keep the device up-to-date. It was specifically designed to update content seamlessly and automatically," stated CTO Glenn Butler.
Ahead of the final ruling, the company has seen increased interest from operators inquiring about installing VendScreen Revolution devices on their machines. "Some of our first customers are deploying VendScreen on 100% of their machines. They are seeing the benefits of bringing their machines into the digital age, addressing the need for nutrition disclosure, but also adding cashless acceptance to all machines, a feature that industry data has shown can increase revenues by more than 20%. These operators are being positioned to take advantage of the other features VendScreen offers: data to improve routing efficiency, inventory control and merchandising as well as advertising and promotions capabilities," continued Butler.
About VendScreen, Inc.
VendScreen, Inc. is the inventor of the VendScreen Revolution™ smart device, founded by Paresh Patel and Glenn Butler; two longtime veterans of the vending machine industry. Patel is a lifelong entrepreneur with a passion for applying breakthrough technologies to established business models. At age 17, he founded Courtesy Vending to help pay for college, then propelled the company to become the largest independent vending operator in the Portland area. Anticipating the rapidly evolving technology needs of vending operators, Patel again applied his entrepreneurial instincts, business savvy and industry experience to launch VendScreen Revolution™; a game-changing product which advances vending's position in the retail channel.
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ForexNewsNow – Since President Obama signed into law the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act on July 21st, 2010, a slew of legislation was put into effect that addresses how online foreign exchange brokers with clients based in the United States must conduct themselves in order to continue executing forex trades for their U.S. based clientele.
The Dodd-Frank federal statute combined with the Food, Conservation and Energy Act of 2008 gives the Commodity Futures Trading Commission or CFTC broad authority in the regulation of off exchange retail foreign exchange transactions.
The National Futures Association or NFA follows CFTC regulations and requires all of its members engaged in off-exchange retail foreign exchange transactions to be registered with the CFTC in a variety of capacities.
CFTC Registration for Online Foreign Exchange Brokers
The CFTC and the NFA both require that an online forex broker doing business for U.S. based customers must be registered with the CFTC as a futures commission merchant or FCM or a new category of registrant called an RFED or retail foreign exchange dealer.
Also, any online forex broker which opens an online trading account for a customer, solicits orders, operates a trading pool or trades for others in a discretionary account must also be registered with the CFTC as either an associated person or AP, an introducing broker or IB, a commodity pool operator or CPO or as a commodity trading advisor or CTA.
Other provisions of the Dodd-Frank Act oblige foreign exchange brokers to maintain accurate records, give full disclosure of trading and financial activities, and maintain minimum capital requirements and other operational and procedural standards.
Financial Requirements for Forex Brokers
The CFTC's new capital requirement for an online forex broker that opens an online trading account for a U.S. based client in the capacity of a FCM or RFED is a minimum balance of $20 million dollars plus an additional five percent on retail forex customer's liabilities in excess of $10 million.
Also, leverage for accounts are subject to a security deposit requirement that is set by the NFA within the parameters established by the CFTC. Disclosure and other account statements must be sent to clients to comply with the reporting and record keeping requirements.
New NFA Requirements
In August of 2011, the CFTC approved amendments to the NFA requirements governing retail forex activities for NFA members. Under NFA Bylaw 306, NFA members are considered Forex Dealer Members if they are registered as RFEDs or FCMs with the CFTC and offer or act as counterparty to a retail forex transaction.
The new amendments also require Forex Dealer Members or FDMs to maintain an office in the continental United States, Alaska, Hawaii or Puerto Rico. The U.S. office would be responsible for the preparation and maintenance of CFTC and NFA records and reports and would be under the supervision of a listed principal and a registered AP of the Forex Dealer Member residing at that office.
Other amendments cover Procedures for Bulk Assignment or Liquidation of Forex Positions: Cessation of Customer Business and the Supervision of the Use of Electronic Trading Systems. The amendments were first published in a March 3rd, 2011 submission letter from the NFA to the CFTC.
The new regulations due to the Dodd-Frank Act are being gradually implemented with the CFTC and the NFA carefully assessing every detail to avoid forex fraud and provide traders with a secure trading environment. Nevertheless, many U.S. based traders are not happy with the new changes.


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Natural gas futures (NYMEX:NGQ14) headed for a sixth consecutive weekly decline in New York on forecasts for mild weather that would curtail demand for the power-plant fuel.
Gas prices last fell for six straight weeks in 2010. Temperatures are expected to be lower than normal in parts of the Midwest, Great Lakes region and South through Aug. 8, according to Commodity Weather Group LLC. The high in Chicago on July 29 may be 76 degrees Fahrenheit (24 Celsius), 8 below average, data from AccuWeather Inc. show.
"The weather is looking exceedingly mild," said John Kilduff, a partner at Again Capital LLC, a New York-based hedge fund that focuses on energy. "We're seeing below-normal temperatures for at least the next two weeks. The gas market is looking very bearish for the near term."
Natural gas for August delivery fell 4.2 cents, or 1.1 percent, to $3.805 per million British thermal units at 9:09 a.m. on the New York Mercantile Exchange. Volume for all futures traded was 10 percent below the 100-day average. Gas slid to $3.744 in intraday trading yesterday, the lowest since Nov. 26. Futures are down 10 percent this year.
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My Ghoul Friday
Everyone seems to be off to a convention this weekend. For those of us left behind, I offer a selection of creeptastic music.
The first is Rue Morgue's "Hymns From the House of Horror". You can download the music and the cover art until the end of the month.
If you're still not satisfied, head on over to Monster Spookshow Radio where the two year anniversary compilation has just been posted.
I don't need no stinkin' convention. I have ghoultastic grooves.
Now excuse me while I dance my pout away.
This morning I remembered I should post a link to my Halloween playlist on blip.fm. I've been adding tunes to the list for months. Just keep it open in a tab in your browser to listen to the collection while you surf the net or work within earshot of the computer.
It's a lot of rockabilly-style tunes with some classics mixed in. Hopefully I've unearthed a number of songs that are new for your listening pleasure.
While I was looking for an image to go along with this post, I came across this record of the Monster Cereal gang. Thought I would post that as well for your amusement.
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Spurs vs Fulham - Tim's preview
18 April 2014|Tottenham Hotspur
Tim Sherwood has called for a quick start from the lads against Fulham.
We host the Cottagers at White Hart Lane on Saturday lunchtime, keen to complete a league double over our London rivals after a 2-1 win in the reverse fixture back in December.
But after we found ourselves 2-0 down inside four minutes at West Brom last week, Head Coach Tim has called for ruthlessness from the very first whistle against Felix Magath's side.
"It was a one-sided football match at The Hawthorns but it was a poor start," Tim said. "That's been a common theme this season and we've got to try and put that right.
"Our fans are going to come to the game and expect us to score goals, but we need to make sure that we keep the door shut at the opposite end as well."
The Cottagers are in the thick of a relegation scrap heading into Saturday's match and, as such, will be keen to leave the Lane with all three points.
But Tim insists the visitors won't be the only ones determined to win the game.
"They're fighting for their lives and we know it will be difficult," Tim added. "But as I keep saying, our need is as great as theirs.
"There are no easy games but it's always been the aim to just get as many points as we can and finish up as high as we possibly can, so we'll continue in that vein on Saturday."


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Friday, March 18, 2016
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Altered Composition Books
9 comments:
- Karen said...
Love that bicycle, and the beach layout is wonderful---love the colors, the design, and the three cute tags! No crafting on vacation, but hoping to get a bit in during the few days we're home before heading out again.
- March 19, 2016 at 5:31 AM
- Juliann in WA said...
I have been trying to keep up with my FIT planner, journaling about my fitness and health. I also need to make a new sermon notes notebook to start on Easter. Plenty of blank books around to choose from at least 🤗
- March 19, 2016 at 8:55 AM
- Sandra said...
I've not done a whole lot of crafting recently and you always inspire me to get back into it x
- March 19, 2016 at 4:24 PM
- Becky said...
Love the beach layout - beautiful colours. I've been busy doing 12x12 layouts using some page kits I have put together using my stash. This week I am off work and plan to do a 6x9 pocket album challenge which my friend and I have set each other.
- March 20, 2016 at 2:34 AM
- Sian said...
We don't have composition books like yours, so when we were in Florida we bought a few because altering them is,as you have shown, a lot of fun! Still sock knitting and scrapbooking here
- March 20, 2016 at 2:38 PM
- Susanne said...
Oh lots of fun crafting going on there - the postcard is terrific! I've been sneaking in little bits of scrapping here and there - and telling myself that in April I can ensconce myself in paper and pretties. Craft on, Melissa.
- March 21, 2016 at 5:18 AM
- alexa said...
Lovely stuff! That beach page is so full of apricot tones and sunshine and you've really used those papers and tags to great effect. I like your postcard idea too. Up here, it's been learning Lightroom and working on my This Is Life 2016 album.
- March 22, 2016 at 2:15 AM
- Cheri said...
You've been busy! Your altered notebooks remind me that I have a drawer full awaiting some creative time...
- March 23, 2016 at 3:30 PM
- Patio Postcards said...
I like your layout & altered books - both I could do as a fellow scrapbooker. I really like the BB bike on your card.
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Northwestern University psychologist Douglas Medin will be honored with the William James Lifetime Achievement Award for Basic Research from the Association for Psychological Science. The award is the psychology association's most prestigious honor.
The award recognizes a lifetime of significant intellectual contributions to the basic science of psychology and honors Medin as one whose work has had a profound impact on the field of psychological science over the past quarter century.
Douglas Medin is the Louis W. Menk Professor of Psychology and holds a joint appointment in the School of Education and Social Policy. He joined Northwestern in 1992.
Best known for his research on concepts and categorization, Medin has recently extended his research to cross-cultural studies of biological categorization and reasoning, cultural and cognitive dimensions of moral reasoning and decision making, and culturally and community-based science education. In collaboration with the University of Washington, the American Indian Center of Chicago, and the Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin, Medin and his Northwestern colleagues are studying the role of culture as it relates to knowledge and reasoning about the natural world in children and adults.
Recently Medin served on the National Research Council committee on Informal Science Learning. The immediate past president of the Association for Psychological Science, he is a recipient of an American Psychological Association (APA) Presidential Citation and the APA Distinguished Scientific Contribution Award. He is also a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences and a member of the National Academy of Sciences. Medin was the recipient of a James McKeen Cattell Sabbatical Fellowship Award for the 2010-11 academic year. He was named to the National Academy of Education in 2012.


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Take it from me—medical incidents can and will happen when you're traveling. There was the time I was mildly electrocuted in Burma. The countless times my friends have contracted dengue around the world. And, oh yeah, the time I was quarantined in Japan because of food poisoning on a plane.
Throughout these adventures, my friends and I have been through many fine (and, admittedly, some not so fine) medical institutions, and despite our initial trepidation, we've all come out OK.
And if a mystery meat or a bug bite gets the best of you during a trip—you will, too. But a big part of that is knowing—before you go—how to stay healthy when you travel, and what to do in the case of a medical mishap.
Prepare for Anything
It's easy to get freaked out by the worst-case scenarios outlined in your travel guidebooks—but don't be. A few precautionary steps will prepare you in case something happens on your trip.
First, make absolute sure you get all the vaccines required for the country you're visiting, and read up on the diseases that are prevalent in the region. Common illnesses you might encounter abroad include dengue, E. coli infection, leptospirosis (in the developing world), and malaria. It's likely you would only be exposed to these in more rural areas, but it's still good to be familiar with the symptoms.
Next, plan to secure reputable travelers' health insurance that will cover both medical and flight expenses. This isn't something you want to skimp on—go for the full package. For business trips or riskier destinations, try SOS International, and for backpacking and vacations, I recommend World Nomads. Both companies have an excellent track record of handling emergencies professionally.
Train Your Body
Ready to hit Machu Picchu? Or climb the Great Wall? It's not going to be as easy or fun if you aren't ready for drastic changes in your elevation and diet. Travelers most often get sick upon arrival because of sudden changes in food and environment.
I recommend starting an exercise regimen at least one month before you go to build up your endurance. Also increase your water intake once you get there—often people fall ill simply because they're not used to the physical exertion in weather warmer or cooler than where they've come from, or aren't drinking enough water for the climate.
You'll also want to slowly transition into the cuisine of the region you're visiting (especially if it's spicy). Try starting before you go by slightly modifying your diet to incorporate the food of your destination.
Be Smart About Food and Drink
When they first traveled to India, my friends ended up doubled over because of E. coli (by some miracle, I've survived unscathed!), but there are a few tricks you can use to avoid that fate and help you stay healthy.
First, eat in restaurants that serve local home cooking (make sure it's hot) as opposed to some of the more touristy restaurants. You will find home cooking a bit simpler to digest, as opposed to a lot of the cream and oil bases in the tourist locales. Then, slowly get more complex with your meals: For instance, in India, I start out eating dal and rice, and then transition to some of the heavier, spicier meals later in the trip.
You might also hear that you shouldn't eat the street food. But if you follow that advice, you'll completely miss out! In Thailand and Vietnam, I eat on the street all the time (though, in India, I'm more cautious because street food is always cooked with unfiltered water). Stick to the vendors that are popular with the locals, or where both locals and foreigners are eating.
But while I encourage eating street food, I will say to be careful of the local water, which can carry unusual bacteria, even if it's bottled. In some countries, vendors have been known to refill opened bottles with tap water and resell them—so make sure that the seal on your water bottle is intact.
Pack or Plan for Medication
Despite your best planning, you should know what you need to do if you do get sick. The good news is, pharmacies around the world are very different than those in the U.S.—you can go to most any pharmacy at a mall or store, and get what you need without having a prescription. You can explain your symptoms to a pharmacist (many speak English, but you can always get a translator) if you have a common cold or stomach upset, or you can opt to purchase the medicine after you see a doctor. In some developing places, like Central Africa, you might want to pack your own meds (and always bring your own if you have a specific medical condition), but you'll be surprised at how easily accessible brand name medicine is throughout Europe, Asia, and South America.
At the same time, always make sure you go to a legitimate pharmacy—shopping malls usually have good ones. Always look for major brand names you know (like Bayer, Novartis, Pfizer, and Aventis, which have pharmaceutical companies around the world) and always pay close attention to the packaging and seals to make sure there is no damage or tears. And no matter what you do, never buy medication at night markets or from street vendors.
When You Need Urgent Care
In most countries, if you need to see a doctor, you'll go straight to the hospital or clinic, rather than making an appointment at a physician's office. Depending on the urgency of your situation and the kind of care you need, you can choose to go to an international hospital or a local one. At local hospitals, while the care may be good (and likely cheaper), language differences may be a barrier, making it more of a challenge to get the correct diagnosis. And some really rural local hospitals can be quite alarming. (I remember one near the tourist areas in India that had monkeys running around out front and hopping inside the windows.)
Your best bet is to get in touch with local expats for their recommendations. Make sure the place you choose is clean, and trust your instincts—even if you're in a new country, you'll probably know in your gut what is right for a hospital.
Recovery: Stay or Head Back Home?
If you have a mild illness, I would say to stay in the country and see if you can rest and recover where you are. Long-term expats who get sick typically end up staying to receive medical care and recover just fine. But if you happen to get sick for an extended period of time, don't hesitate to call your insurance company and arrange for travel home once you're well enough.
When you get home from a trip abroad, it's a good idea to visit your doctor for a full blood workup to ensure you're not carrying anything unseen. And be prepared for reverse stomach upset when you return to your typical diet!
Also remember to take note of what you did that kept you healthy during your time abroad (and what might not have helped). Did yogurt or coconut water calm your upset stomach? Did a local tea soothe your sore throat? Keep those remedies in mind to use for future trips.
As I travel across the world, I've learned that things don't always go as planned, and when it comes to health and wellness, you have to prepare for the unexpected. But, by being ready to address whatever situation comes your way, you'll never have to travel in fear.
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Natalie Jesionka has researched and reported on human rights issues around the world. She lectures on human trafficking, gender and conflict, and human rights at Rutgers University. When she is not teaching, she is traveling and offering tips on how students and professionals can get the most out of their experiences abroad. She also encourages global exploration through her work as Editor of Shatter the Looking Glass, an ethical travel magazine. Natalie is a Paul and Daisy Soros Fellow and served as a 2010 Fulbright Scholar in Thailand.More from this Author


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9 Tips for Managing Freelancers and Independent Contractors
Hiring freelancers and independent contractors for the first time is daunting. Here's our top nine tips to managing freelancers in your business.
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Internet sitemiz icin yurtdisindaki kaynaklari takip edip icerik yazacak freelancer editor ariyoruz. Kaynaklari kendisine biz verecegiz ve icerikleri Turkceye cevirip icerik olusturmasini talep edecegiz. Icerikler olusturulduktan sonra icerikler icerik yoneticisi tarafindan sayfaya girilecektir. Sitenin icerigi dijital pazarlamaya yakin bir konudur. Sosyal medya ve dijital pazarlamaya ilgili ki...
Dear All, This project is for someone who can copy existing content from a web site to its new designed version which is Joomla-based. Sorry, but only Turkish bidders, please. The ones located in Ankara will be given the priority. Content will be copied, but needs some artistic touch as well. While copying the content, side menus, image galleries, etc. will be properly created and adjusted. ...
[login to view URL] sitemizde 112 tane Türkçe makale bulunmakta, yanlışlıkla Türkçe karakterlerini bozduk. Her makalenin başlık ve metninde ? olarak görünen karakterlerin doğrularının yazılmasını istiyorum, yapar mısınız?
I have about 600 product images in google drive. I need them all resized for web. Maybe there is a way in photoshop to systematically do this. looking for several designers that can get started with that right away.
We're a SEO agency looking to place our clients on top news and magazine websites like Forbes. Fastcompany, TechCrunch, VentureBeat, INC, [login to view URL], Mycustomer, Mashable, Nytimes, BBC and others. We're NOT talking about one project but multiple projects, so this is going to be a long -term gig. Our clients are looking for both brand mention as well as full featured or inter...
Hello, We are looking for a perfessional service to market our website to get more traffic and increase our social media following. Please only respond if you already have provided such a service. We are not looking for SEO. Our website is forevermogul.com. The website is an online magazine that focuses on the business mogul culture. ' Take a look
I have about 600 product images in google drive. I need them all resized for web. Maybe there is a way in photoshop to systematically do this. looking for several designers that can get started with that right away.
I have about 600 product images in google drive. I need them all resized for web. Maybe there is a way in photoshop to systematically do this. looking for several designers that can get started with that right away.
We need someone who can create a Short Video Ad for our product and if you are good with photography as well, then we can do some lifestyle pictures as well with our products. Here is the link to a competitors video which is very close to what we want for our product :- [login to view URL]
Hello freelancers from Bulgaria. I need some help from Bulgarian freelancers who can speak English. This would be part-time job and will last long. If you can speak English or write in English then you can help me. New freelancers are welcome as long as he(not she) can speak English
Please help me with my paper work.
Needs to hire 2 freelancers I am looking for one or two Graphic Artists, who has international market exposure and experience. Images and basic guidelines will be provided. The graphic designer has to manipulate, edit and enhance - independently after. We need about 25 images - this work can be regular based on quality performance and timely delivery
Looking for someone to re-design my current contents with graphics and adding contents for health and wellness email marketing.
You will be get paid around 200 USD but you will only work for an hour. This is a well-paid job and I need to get a long-term relationship with you. There must be on-going works to you. Please feel free to contact me. Thanks.
Translators, Virtual assistants, Writing content, Financial management. Student preferred
I am searching for someone who can post projects, search and hire freelancers everyday. You will spend around 1 hour per day for this job. You will need to film your monitor while you working for my tasks and also to provide details what you have done. Please proviide price per month in your bid.
Looking to hire expert in wordpress, can turn into more and maybe be part of a team. Will see. I trying to launch a start up, already have 1 wordpress dev, but he not always available so looking for another dev to assist and work. must have skills! show me site you create in wordpress to be considered. I do alot of work so need best bid for long term relation.
Needs to hire fashion model Freelancers We are looking for female models for make photographs various poses in bath wear beach wear etc Therefore we are hoping to find someone who can be a regular contributor, so this would be an ongoing job. If you think you are the one for us, don't hesitate to apply and at the top of you application "Write your
Hi Freelancers, I'm wanting an Expert Ad Manager who has a wealth of knowledge in displaying Ads. Someone who can... Plan, Negotiate, Organise, Initiate market research and Develop pricing strategy and more.. The service you will be advertising is male escorts to join my membership website and women who are looking for a male escort. If you are
We are organizing travel roadshows in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane .One day event in each city with the cocktail evening. Looking for tourism students/freshers/freelancers who would be interested. Duties are Handling the registrations desk Greeting and assisting the exhibitors /visitors Managing the entire event from 11am - 5pm
...developer to help build/alter my website [login to view URL] and run an affiliate website for me. I would like the freelancer to help grow sales and work with other freelancers to market the website as well and grow sales for the website. Pretty much I am looking for someone to take over this website for me and help make it profitable. I need someone
Hola Freelancers, busco alguien para realizar una única y sencilla tarea. Las instrucciones están en el archivo .txt adjunto, estaremos en contacto permanentemente y respondiendo cualquier duda vía chat. Escribe la palabra FIGARO en tu propuesta para saber que leíste todo. Espero sus propuestas.
Hello freelancers, I am looking for someone who can be working online for full time, doing a SINGLE SPECIFIC specific thing. Payment will be in crypto ONCE WORK IS DONE. Initially you must follow the Instructions attached and contact me via chat. - We need to atleast have one detailed meeting a day, for daily work responsibility settings. - Additionally
I have seen many of the Indians are posting my project description mentioned below:- ''Are you above 18? Are you looking for a platform to earn money discreetly and work with full privacy at your spare time? if the above two answers are true, then bid now with your age and prefered time of work ! " I posted this job yesterday and still looking for serious candidates. I dont know ...
We are launching our bride guide book, we need girls who have more than 1000 followers on facebook and instagram. We'll pay them to promote our products online on insta and fb.
Requirements: 1 Logo 3 Email Signatures 1 Letterhead I'd like a logo design similar to the attachment. The logo will be for a financial service company MAXIMUM pay is $20 via Freelancer for this project Provide 2 examples of your existing logos. Project completion 2 days
I am looking for new talented freelancer who can work daily 6+ hrs with me.. I will pay 1000-1500 INR per day
We're a small agency serving small and micro clients in the Chicago area for 40 years. A local freelance graphic and website/app designer in the NW suburbs of Chicago, or nearby, is needed. Someone with a strong portfolio showing logo, print and website projects, including developing apps. Are you an experienced individual who is smart, friendly, and interested in working on small and micro p...
In order to sell my inventions I need some confirmed freelancers sales persons.
Hey freelancers, I run a Digital Marketing business in New Delhi right now. We decided to set up our business in Mumbai as well. So, now we are eagerly looking for professional, fluent and experienced freelancers (commission basis) who can help us with lead generation and should also have a sound knowledge of web development and digital marketing industry
We need to develop a character and create a series of animations for a female racing driver of the future. The animation will be aimed at children aged 14-18 years and we envisage it being in 2D or 3D, depending upon the cost. The purpose of the animation is to encourage young people to enter a competition in the UK focused on autonomous driving (driverless transportation) and to inspire them to j...
Our Company is located in Mysore & want to recruit candidates from Mangalore, Dakshina Kannada & Shimoga.
chandigarh tricity preffered , if u can be available full time
Hi Freelancers, B2B digital media company is looking for free-lancer to build a list of email addresses of businesses initially in the USA and Canada. Email addresses must be searched within specific market segments and geographies (cities and/or countries) as instructed by us (eg. restaurants, coffee shops, etc...). We request delivery of emails
We need an experienced salesman for cold calling to help us set meetings in U.K(it's very important that you are living in U.K). We need you for booking 3 meetings (reach him, get this valid contacts, arrange meeting with the target company...). If you are interested or have question please contact us. We are waiting for you!!!
My company needs freelancers from these countries for testing an application. Germany, Greece, Italy, Ireland and Spain. If you are any of these countries then apply. The job is very simple. New freelancers are welcome.
Need ongoing SEO PPC marketing and backlinks and work to get my sites listed. ALso need a specialist in the mobile markets that know how to push downloads and rati...SEO PPC marketing and backlinks and work to get my sites listed. ALso need a specialist in the mobile markets that know how to push downloads and ratings on android and ios market places.
Our Company needs a freelancer from the USA who is very perfect in Excel and spreadsheet. Your task will be to input/extract data from our computing system and enter them into spreadsheets or Excel...
I need someone who can edit images, and add numbers to the given images. I have thousands of images, that need to be numbered. Looking for someone who can start now...and finish at least 200 images in 12 hours from NOW.. EXAMPLE: [login to view URL] Look at the blue numbers.. You need to add Figure Number, and then number, each ACTIONABLE ITEM on the image, serially.. EXACTLY as shown in the ex...
Need freelancers from Ghana with IT background to help in doing some research
I need an iPhone/iPad app. I would like it designed and built. we will have a meeting in person
I am looking for someone who can add numbers to images, as shown in the example [[login to view URL]]. Only bid if you can number at least 100 images within 6 hours from award, for $5. Fixed budget. Mention in your bid, that you can do 100 images for $5, to win this project. WARNING: PLEASE CHECK THE SAMPLE BEFORE BID. ONLY BID IF YOU AGREE WITH PAY. No time wasters please.
I am a technology entrepreneur and an embedded firmware engineer by trade. I led a tech business from start-up to trade sale exit in 18 months via an appearance on BBC2 Dragons' Den. For my current start-up I need a quality web/cloud architect person to join me. The task will be to create an entire solution that receives IOT data from distributed embedded systems (currently using [login to vi...
Complete eCommerce website (including Admin Panel, Inventory Management) same like other big brands. a. Responsive design. b. Features l...Inventory Management should also be present. c. Faster. We are fine that if any open source application will be used and re-design it to suit our needs. Please do note that freelancers should be based out of Pune
Hi Freelancers, B2B digital media company is looking for free-lancer to build a list of email addresses of businesses initially in the USA and Canada. Email addresses must be searched within specific market segments and geographies (cities and/or countries) as instructed by us (eg. restaurants, coffee shops, etc...). We request delivery of emails
Hello dear freelancers. i am looking for freelancer to get software development projects on commission basis. Place your proposals below.
I am searching for someone who can post projects, search and hire freelancers everyday. You will spend around 1 hour per day for this job. You will need to film your monitor while you working for my tasks and also to provide details what you have done. Please proviide price per month in your bid.
We provide IT staffing, IT consulting, Custom Software services, Data solutions, Mobile App's Development. Our focus and priority are our talent and our process! We hire the best and optimize that with processes to deliver cost-effective solutions. CatoozAI has proven persistently to our clients that there is no substitute for "QUALITY" and "COMMITMENT" in services we off...
Hello Freelancers, I am looking for a professional team that will run our company's marketing. Our company specializes in Website Design, Graphic Designs, Logo's & Branding etc. I am looking for an experienced freelancing company that can put a plan together on how they will market our company & what targets we will reach. A detailed report
Hiring freelancers and independent contractors for the first time is daunting. Here's our top nine tips to managing freelancers in your business.


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The Power of Versatility: knog PWR Trail Bike Light...
- News & Features
- Road Cycling
- Christopher Jones December 27, 2017
Innovation is the calling-card for the young and iconic bike brand knog. Bike lights, bike locks and bells have all been 're-imagined' and today the brand has a legion of […]
Innovative Blaze Burner Bike Light Tops Kickstarter Goal
- News & Features
- Opinion
- Christopher Jones December 17, 2015
Following the success of the Blaze Laser Light, the newest design from UK designer Emily Brooke is the rear bike light called the Burner which has already captured the interest […]
The Blaze Bike Laser Light – how did it...
- Reviews & Tech
- Urban
- Christopher Jones October 16, 2015
In July we introduced the Blazing Amazing Bike Laser Light and investigated and answered questions on the legality. There are strict import restrictions on lasers, however the Blaze bike light has […]
Blazing Amazing – First Look Blaze Bike Laser Light
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- Urban
- Christopher Jones July 21, 2015
It is no surprise that some of the most exciting cycling innovations are reaching us courtesy of crowd funding platforms such as Kickstarter and Indiegogo; if you have a cool […]
Rethinking Visibility with DING – The Innovative Bike Light
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- Christopher Jones June 10, 2015
A cycling media colleague suggested I check out DING, a local bike product. It's not a bell, as the name may suggest, rather an Australian designed bike light moving to […]
Review: How cool is the TwoWheelCool Pilot Light?
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- Christopher Jones March 31, 2015
Sydney based industrial designer Bruce Hanlee launched TwoWheelCool (TWC) in 2012 with his first cycling accessory called airhead, a spikey looking silicon liner for your helmet to give you more […]
Review: Knog Blinder Arc 5.5 Road Cyclist Light
- Reviews & Tech
- Road Cycling
- Christopher Jones April 16, 2014
When Knog released their highly anticipated high powered lights, us Aussies were enjoying long and warm days. Early morning starts on the bike were already bright and this made it […]
Budget Bike Light Review: SingFire SF-539 1000 Lumen
- Reviews & Tech
- Commuting
- Stuart Jones September 11, 2013
Having your only source of light on an unlit country road go missing in action is not an experience I personally cherish. My trusty old light had become another victim […]
Review: Taking the Magicshine MJ-808E Bike Light Off-Road
- Reviews & Tech
- Christopher Jones June 18, 2013
Some cyclists believe that too much light is never enough and, as the weakest species on Aussie roads, this seems like a logical conclusion. Light power alone, however, will not […]


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KEWbic® COMPUTERISED MAINTENANCE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (CMMS)
KEWbic® COMPUTERISED MAINTENANCE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (CMMS)
KEWbic® CMMS software is based on Microsoft SQL Server CE for single user or Microsoft SQL Server multi user with networked sites.
Use KEWbic® to simply create your best practice procedures or use it as a complete CMMS system for work scheduling, asset health monitoring and data trending.
Download the KEWbic(TM) presentation here...
Download the KEWbic(TM) brochure here...
Features and Benefits of Using KEWbic® CMMS software:
- Consolidate lubricants and create easily identified colour and shape codes for each lubricant.
- Setup a "consumables store" within the hierarchy for easy reference to documentation such as the MSDS.
- Review all the assets at the plant and create a Hierarchy of machinery by area or by the ERP software tag.
- Identify each machine's upgrade needs for reliability.
- Assign detailed and specific 'Best Practice' procedures for each routine maintenance task against each piece of equipment.
- Embed annotated images in the software for clarity.
- Attach OEM literature (PDF format) for each piece of equipment.
- Use reports to aid planning and upgrades.
- Schedule work activity by area, priority, task type or personnel.
- Use the Record function to capture feedback from each task including saving images.
- Assign a Traffic light indicator on completion of each task indicating the machine health.
- Capture Condition Monitoring feedback with custom alarms and limits.
- Review the Asset Health Matrix for an at-a-glance indication of the plant status.
- Use reports to evaluate PMR activity and review Task compliance.
- Review captured feedback from each task and trend the data.
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Believing many students are talented in some areas, we seek to realize their potential and creativity. To install quality education, our school promotes effective learning practices in the classroom through the introduction of the Enrichment Course. Besides spotting high-end students by observing their performance, we will also help to identify and assess the hidden talents of the students. We will offer them pull-out programs inside school, hire coaches or tutors, and subsidize them to take courses run by tertiary institutions. Apart from academic training like Debating, Mathematics enhancement programs and Science enhancement programs, we also provide support to students with talents and skills in music, performing arts, sports and other areas.
Arrangement of the Gifted Education (School Teams)
a) Our school provides various school teams for our students.
b) The updated information of the school teams will be uploaded to the school homepage by the end of August every year.
c) Students can join the school teams of their own choice in mid-September every year. The selection of school teams will also be carried out at the same time.
The following chart shows the details of the Gifted Education (School Teams).
Arrangement of the Creativity Development Program
Creativity and imagination development is essential in school education. We want our students to be well-equipped for the ever-changing world and to always maintain a unique mind in the face of copious challenges ahead.
- Promote the value of creative activities and good quality leisure opportunities
- Increase students' self esteem, confidence and creativity
- Equip students in employing the six steps in the creative process
- Equip students to use creativity to generate ideas and do problem-solving
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These fruits and vegetables have so much soul, they're practically alive!
Really...How can you eat any of these? The following fruits and vegetables are all natural, no genetic engineering, no photoshop, no nothing. Just in their natural state. Alive!
We are all living beings. Humans, animals and plants. So it comes as no surprise that some fruits and vegetables look like they have a soul. The photos you're about to see of these special veggies and fruits will crack you up!
Angry green peppers
Carrots in love
Pumpkin duck
Heyyy, what's up?
We're not leaving each other!!!
Strawberry bear
Chinese discovery
Homer Simpson
What happens when romance develops between an obsessive compulsive mystery writer and his psychiatrist? Find out in It's Okay, That's Love
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The latest News from the book trade in Wales
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Literature Wales has recently announced that the next round of Bursaries and Mentoring is now open for submission. The schemes are open to emerging and experienced writers alike.
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Manon Steffan Ros has been awarded the Literary Medal at the 2018 National Eisteddfod for her novel, 'Llyfr Glas Nebo'.
The winner of the Daniel Owen Memorial Prize for 2018 is Mari Williams for her novel, Ysbryd yr Oes.
An event to launch the biography of the famous singer, Wynne Evans, will be held on the Wales YFC Stage at the Royal Welsh Show on Thursday, 26 July, to start at 13.30.
Mischief Managed at Merthyr Central Library as Cabinet Secretary for Education launches the 2018 Summer Reading Challenge.
The Welsh Books Council are in search of just that. For the best in Welsh language children and young adult literature throughout the years so that it can be shared with today's audience.
Robert Minhinnick wins the 2018 Wales Book of the Year Award for his "powerful and political" collection, Diary of the Last Man.
Griffin Books is hosting the seventh annual Penarth Literature Festival over the weekend 6th-8th July.
On 13 and 14 June, scores of children from 35 schools across Wales took over the Arts Centre in Aberystwyth for two days of keen competition. It was the national round of Darllen Dros Gymru, the Welsh Books Council's Welsh-language books competition for primary schools in Wales. All pupils were competing for a number of prestigious awards by discussing books and performing short dramatic presentations based on titles they had read.
A team of avid readers from Sant Baruc Primary School, Vale of Glamorgan, have been crowned the 2018 Champions of BookSlam, the Welsh Books Council's annual reading competition for children.
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Scholarship Society Chairman's Message
As Chair and President of the Scholarship Society for the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering thank you for all that you do to make BYU, and specifically the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, successful. Your support over the years has had a major impact on the lives of young aspiring engineers and throughout the world as they have shared their skills and talents in many locales.
This year, we are in the midst of exciting developments at Brigham Young University. I had the opportunity to attend the groundbreaking for the new engineering building. This new structure will provide an enhanced learning experience for students and better prepare them to go throughout the world practicing their professions. It will also help BYU continue to attract the brightest and best.
Even in the midst of the fundraising efforts for the new building, your participation has allowed us to continue to support our students and important department activities. During the 2015-2016 year the Scholarship Society was able to assist students with scholarships totaling in excess of $178,000. In addition to the scholarships you helped 51 students participate in study abroad courses (10 to China, 23 to the Dominican Republic and 11 to the Netherlands and 7 to Italy). You also helped the students participate in the Rocky Mountain Conference, the AREMA Conference, and the ITE Western District Conference.
These things are made possible because we have many of you contributing and when there are many hands the work is light. We recognize that every situation is different, but we are continually grateful to have so many contributing at the levels they can. We see contributions from current students all the way to those who have finished their working careers, and everything in between. Thank you for your commitment and generosity.
New Capstone Director
Dr. Balling had the privilege of being the key-note speaker for our college convocations for August 2016 Graduation. Read his convocation address here.
2016 Rocky Mountain Conference
Every year, students from the Civil Engineering Department at Brigham Young University compete in the ASCE Rocky Mountain Conference.
Getting Carpoolers Through
Grant Schultz and his students logged thousands of freeway miles to find out what percentage of cars used the HOV lane illegally during heavy traffic.
Korean Dignitaries Visit BYU
On Friday, August 5, Korean dignitaries Dr. Tae Sang Ryu and Dr. Sung Hoon Kim visited BYU to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The purpose of the agreement is to promote the sharing of water resource tools, technologies and trainings between BYU and K-water, South Korea's national water agency.
BYU Civil Engineer Receives ASDSO Scholarship
Civil engineering student Cali McMurtrey has been awarded the 2016-2017 Senior Undergraduate Scholarship from the Association of State Dam Safety Officials.
2016 Robert Ridgeway Award
The Brigham Young University student chapter of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) received the 2016 Robert Ridgway Award for the most outstanding student chapter.


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Hanshin Tigers: Day Off
by Gen on Feb.15, 2010 @ 3:02 pm, under NPB, Spring Camp
=== 11:03pm JST
...Kodai Sakurai spent about 40 minutes in the batting cages on his day off in preparation for a practice game against the Nippon Ham Fighters on Tuesday.
Sakurai batted fourth and went 0-for-2 with 2 walks against the Fighters on Saturday.
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...Ikketsu Sho was supposed to be the starting pitcher for Sunday's practice game against the Nippon Ham Fighters. He'll be making the start for the make-up game on Tuesday. Sho threw 110 pitches in the bullpen.
...Kyuji Fujikawa threw 40 pitches during his bullpen session on Sunday. Takashi Toritani stood in the batter's box partway through the session. Fujikawa is scheduled to throw BP on the 16th.
...Yuya Ando held a bullpen session on Sunday and threw 111 pitches -- that's 261 pitches over 2 days.
...Casey Fossum is scheduled to throw about 10 minutes of BP on Tuesday. He told reporters that while he doesn't plan on throwing any pitches inside. Instead, Fossum will focus on hitting the outside corners. He will also likely throw the Fossum flip a few times.
...Craig Brazell took 78 swings during BP on Sunday and hit 11 over the fence. He told reporters that he felt a little tired.
...Matt Murton took 45 swings and hit 5 over the fence during pre-game practice. After the game was canceled, Murton returned to the indoor training facilities in Ginoza and took BP in the cages. He also took party in regular BP and took 54 swings and hit 8 over the fence.
...Akinobu Mayumi is hearing good things about Kenichi Tagami. His greatest asset is his speed: Tagami runs a 3.2 between first and second, about the same speed as Norihiro Akahoshi, and can run the 50m in 5.7 seconds. Tagami will likely have a chance to show Mayumi what he has during Ichi-gun and Ni-gun joint intra-squad games on the 20th and 21st.
During a practice game against the SK Wyverns on Sunday, Tagami started in center, batted first, and went 0-for-3 .
...Tomoaki Kanemoto took during outfield drills designated for infielders on Sunday. He also took 54 swings during BP and hit 3 over the fence. At the Ginoza Dome, Kanemoto spent about 30 minutes in the batting cages.
Futoshi Nakanishi (baseball analyst) checked Kanemoto's lower body (specifically his thighs) and told reporters Kanemoto was in better shape this year, than last year when he was coming off knee surgery.
...The Tigers announced the number of Valentine's day chocolates players received on Sunday: Kanemoto and Akihiro Yano received 19; Tsuyoshi Shimoyanagi 12; Fujikawa 8; Toritani, Keiichi Hirano, and Wei-Chu Lin 6; Shinjiro Hiyama and Hirotaka Egusa 5; Ando, Takahiro Arai, and Keisuke Kano 4. Batting coach Yutaka Wada received 11.