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Infortrend EonStor DS 4000 Series Wins "Disk Based Product of The Year" at Storage Magazine's Storage Awards
Jul 01, 2015, 10:00 ET
LONDON, July 1, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Infortrend Technology, Inc. (TWSE: 2495) EonStor DS 4000 series was awarded the title of "Disk Based Product: Small/Mid-range" at the 2015 Storage Awards. This distinction was awarded in recognition of the EonStor DS 4000's outstanding performance and enterprise-class solutions as voted by the readers of Storage Magazine.
With powerful dual host board design and all-around 12G/s SAS integration, the EonStor DS 4000 series goes well beyond what is expected in mid-range performance products, reaching new milestones for this segment. Delivering up to 11,000MB/s read, 4,200MB/s write and up to 1.3M IOPS, it supports comprehensive data services including remote replication, tiering and SSD cache, high scalability with up to 436 drives and superior flexibility with multiple hybrid host designs, usually only available in enterprise-class solutions.
All of these specifications, combined with Infortrend's long-standing expertise in providing great storage solutions, makes the EonStor DS 4000 a deserving winner and gives Infortrend the motivation to keep pushing the boundaries of what is possible in data storage.
Teddy Lin, General Manager of Infortrend Europe Ltd. said, "We are very honored to receive this award. We will continue to develop great storage products and enhance our collaboration with the channel to make sure our partners and users are winners too."
To see the full list of the 2015 Storage Awards winners, click here. For the details about EonStor DS 4000 series, please click here.
About Infortrend
Infortrend (TWSE:2495) has been developing and manufacturing storage solutions for businesses and organizations since 1993. Innovation joins impeccable quality thanks to a passionate team of professionals and an emphasis on in-house design, testing, and manufacturing. Infortrend storage delivers performance and scalability with the latest standards, backed by user friendly data services, personal after-sales support, and unmatched value. Core product families are EonStor DS, EonNAS, and ESVA. For more Information, please visit www.infortrend.com.
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An innovative new fitness app, FittFind, has won the top prize at the University of Hertfordshire's annual business start-up awards, Flare.
Economics & Sports studies Ba/Bsc Graduate Ibrahim Fagge, 22, won prestigious title of Best Growth Business category (sponsored by Santander Universities UK) for his company Fittfind. Fittfind has many divisions; the digital division is creating the new app to pair those looking for fitness services i.e. physiotherapists, nutritionists, personal trainers and gyms with those who can best meet their needs. The app also manages schedules and payments for users to make the business of finding the right professional as transparent and streamlined as possible. The sportswear division, which is due to launch at the upcoming 2018 LA fit expo, will sell high quality sportswear designs at reasonable, competitive prices.
Ibrahim impressed all four judges his attention to detail to every element of the development process, along with the sheer amount of hard work and dedication he has put towards launching both the app and his complementary line of sportswear clothing. The judges concluded that 'with Ibrahim at the helm Fittfind has huge potential for growth'.
Ibrahim said: 'I'm extremely honoured to be awarded Best Growth Business. This is no doubt an incredible achievement considering the quality of businesses in the final round of the competition and getting to this stage has been challenging. The flare award will help to fund Fittfind's launch at the 'LA fit expo' which is a great stepping stone for the brand. I'd like to personally thank all those involved in this great project!'
On the night, two further individual prizes of £5,000 were also shared with the University's young entrepreneurs. Dr Muna Aziz, 22, won the award for Best Business for her online retail business Mel Janac, which specialises in formal wear, tailored to suit all body shapes and sizes. Through her successful use of social media Dr Aziz has built up an international customer base.
Alessio Regalbuto and Devansh Sharma won £5,000 in the Best Idea category for their company Xultour, an innovative new software which allows users to enhance their e-learning, advertising and tourism content by inserting 360-degree video.
This year the Flare Ignite award, which celebrates in-curricular entrepreneurial work, was presented to sports science students Sam Marchant and Oliver Vagg. Sam and Oliver have developed an all-natural healthy cake bar called Suzero which has already sold over 500 bars in its first month of trading. The students have now moved into a commercial kitchen and are in talks with multiple retailers looking to sell their healthy snack bars to a wider audience.
The winners were announced at a prestigious awards ceremony held at the University's Weston Auditorium on its De Havilland Campus. The Flare competition final was attended by more than 250 people including past winners, local business men and women and business organisations, such as the Hertfordshire Chamber of Commerce (HCoC).
During the awards ceremony the audience also voted for their favourite business start-up idea, awarding a People's Choice award to Andrew Massingham for Creator Story.
Julie Newlan, Pro Vice-Chancellor Business and International Development, said: 'It has been a great honour to meet so many inspiring, innovative young entrepreneurs as part of this process. The standard of our winners, finalists and nominees this year has surpassed all expectations and I wish them every success as they continue to embark on their journey into the world of commerce.'
It is the 12th year of the competition and in that time more than 1,200 students and graduates have entered with over £190,000 being awarded to the budding business men and women.
The event continues to attract impressive sponsorship and partners. It was announced at the event that local pharmaceutical company Eisai Europe Ltd will be sponsoring an Innovation in Healthcare award as part of Flare 2018. Speaking at the 2017 Flare awards ceremony, David Jefferys, Senior Vice President at Eisai, said: 'Entrepreneurs contribute greatly to the country's economy, its health and wealth. As a major international research based innovative pharmaceutical company operating from the business park in Hatfield, Eisai is delighted to be sponsoring the Innovation in Healthcare award as part of Flare 2018, to help transform innovative ideas into great ventures.'

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A Research Study to Seek New Theatre Arts' Materials in European Countries and to Develop These Materials for Use in Theatre Education at Elementary and Teacher Training Levels. Summary, Theatre Arts' Materials' Research.
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This summary of a final report concerns a project that dealt with the problem of inadequate materials for use in theatre arts education at elementary and teacher training levels. Research during an eight-month period consisted of seeking, examining, assessing, and procuring materials in four large European areas. The status of children's drama as a theatre art throughout Europe may be attributed to the following factors: cultural tradition, subsidy, artistic quality, plays, philosophy, and creative and educational drama. The present position of children's drama in the United States appears to be due fundamentally to a lack of theatre tradition and a lack of philosophy that aims to provide theatre arts education for children and youth. The materials from abroad have potential use in the children's drama field in the United States. The complete final report contains 14 references and three appendixes. The appendixes list theatre materials, creative dramatic materials, and children's drama personnel. (DB)
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International Festivals
Main Street occasionally closes to traffic and allows for local festivals and celebrations in a family-friendly atmosphere. International festivals include: the Greenville Scottish Games, the Greek Festival, Oktoberfest, Hispanic Festival, A Day with India Event, as well as the Shinnehkai and Bon Japanese Festivals and the World Tai Chi Day.
Upstate International
Upstate International (www.upstateinternational.org) offers many services to internationals designed to integrate cultures and help them get involved in the community. See our International page for additional details or visit the organization's website.
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The Minority Economic Development Institute, Inc. (MEDII)
The Minority Economic Development Institute (MEDII) is a non-profit economic development organization founded in 2007 to serve as a state-wide resource which aims to increase the economic assets of minority individuals and minority-owned businesses. MEDII intends to function in the Upstate from a main location in Greenville, South Carolina. Its goal is to develop and implement programs to increase the per capita income of minorities through several initiatives including Business Development, Research, Policy, Advocacy, and Education and Training.
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A neuroscience research laboratory in the Department of Biology at the University of Maryland has an immediate full-time position opening for an experienced lab manager/technician to oversee general lab operations and contribute to original research on neural circuit development in the mammalian visual system. The Speer lab is a new research group that focuses on investigating structure/function relationships in the developing retina and central retinorecipient targets using a variety of methods for identifying and manipulating microcircuits including molecular biology tools, electrophysiology, and super-resolution structural imaging.
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B.S. biology/chemistry/psychology/neuroscience or related; four years' post-college research or work experience in a laboratory/scientific setting; ability to work independently and shift flexibly between varying work demands; strong organizational skills; experience with mouse husbandry/breeding/genotyping is required. Previous experience with laboratory management, stereotaxic surgery, immunohistochemistry/histology, or fluorescence/electron microscopy imaging is preferred, but not essential. This is a full-time position offering competitive compensation and benefits commensurate with experience. Initial contract will be for 1 year and, ideally, will be extended based on performance. To apply please send a cover letter/resume and three references to Colenso Speer directly at cspeer "at" umd "dot" edu.
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Disappointment, Thy Name Is ... Tempus!
I can see why people would rate Power Grid or Age of Steam highly, even though I personally don't care for them based on the meticulous calculations and limited margin for error. Heck, I can even see why some people rave about Ticket to Ride if they desire nothing more than entry level gaming. But I'm baffled why Tempus has so many 9s and 10s over on BGG.
I know I may preaching to the choir for some of these gripes, or to some of Tempus' biggest advocates, but I just gotta' get this off my chest. What a friggin' disappointment.
My initial rating after one play is 4.5/10 ... This is a fabulous concept that feels wholly incomplete. Nice components, and I like the evolution of the civilization tiers. But other than a few neat ideas, I am actually surprised Tempus was published in its current form. Tempus as released feels like an early concept prototype.
There are several major issues with the game.
1) The mountain spaces are worth no points and cannot have cities built, yet are the most common terrain element, severely restricting space and creating a lot of game clutter.
2) Movement is so incredibly limited early on that you can accomplish very little at the point in the game where you need the most flexibility and planning.
3) Meanwhile, the board is so cluttered by the end, you find yourself with the most actions available in the game (5 or 6 actions per round) with nothing to do because you can't have babies, can't build new cities, can't move into any better positions, etc. Lots of churning Idea Cards.
4) Combat is incredibly difficult to pull off, especially against a city. The stack limits prevent all but a massive card investment to succeed in taking on any sort of city, and then only if you guess right about what terrain the defender is going to call.
5) The artificial restriction of not being able to attack someone on 3 or fewer hexes is ridiculous -- buy a bunch of cities and then consolidate your stacks to make yourself immune to counterattack. It may prevent leader bashing, but it completely eliminates any sort of catch up mechanic... the only people you can go after are the people out of contention.
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Students Gather to Sign Beam for New East Halls Residence
East Halls, Penn State's largest residential complex, is in the midst of a facelift. The multi-year project began in January with the renovation of Findlay Commons. This fall, a new residence building, Earle Hall, is undergoing construction and expected to be open for occupancy by fall 2017. According to Penn State Housing and Food Services, the new building will have air conditioning, private bathrooms, improved student social and service spaces, and movable student room furniture.
Students were invited to Findlay Commons on Wednesday, Sept. 28 to sign two construction beams that will be installed in Earle Hall. The event was planned in collaboration with the Association of Residence Hall Students (ARHS), Clayco Construction, Residence Life, and Housing.
"It's a way to connect current students with future projects and engage them in the construction process," explained Director of Housing Operations Conal Carr, who described the signing event as a success. "By signing the beam, students get to be part of the project and when the building is remodeled or replaced in 50 years their names will be revealed."
The signing felt like a celebration, with design posters of Earle Hall on display and cookies from the Penn State Bakery. One feeling was unanimous amongst the hundreds of students who attended: the sense of Penn State pride.
"It's crazy; I'm so new here and I can still be a part of history," said first-year student Tory Cugini.
A second signing event is set to take place this week on Wednesday, Oct. 5 from 6 to7:30 p.m. in Warnock Commons for beams that will be placed in a new North Halls residence.


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We are grateful to be featured on the Event Source blog with our couple, Amy & Joe.
The article is titled, "11 Toronto Wedding Planners Share Their Favourite Events!"
"This was definitely my most memorable wedding of 2014. Not only is the couple beautiful on the outside, but they are both very warm, thoughtful and caring individuals who happen to be madly in love. They have two beautiful children together, and a daughter from a previous relationship who were included in every aspect of the wedding from start to finish, right down to the father and son matching custom-made suits.
On their invitation it stated that this would be the party of the year, and it really was! From the bride's dress change, and awesome wedding shoes to the traditional Romanian bridal capture, a double martini luge station, deluxe bar, non-stop delicious food, fireworks, samba dancers, a Romanian band who changed outfits three different times, the guests were truly wined and dined. The décor by Classic Creations Wedding Décor was exceptional, and the entire venue was draped to give the illusion of a night club where everyone young and old, danced the night away." – Tracey Manailescu


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Sweatshirt Dress
Happy Holiday's. Merry Christmas.
I wanted to share with you my Christmas Eve outfit. We are a low key family and don't do much. This year the husband and I are going to my mom's house to have dinner with her husband and his family. This dress will be perfect for the gathering. Plus it's super comfortable. I actually shot these pictures in 30 degree weather and wasn't cold except exposed skin (ankles).
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When I saw this bag on the Dress Lilly website I had to have it! I have been wanting a bucket bag and this will go with so many things. Not to mention it matches my shoes! I will be using this bag a lot! Dress Lilly has some great products, like the sweater I posted here.
I hope you have an amazing weekend, Merry Christmas, and be able to spend quality time with your family! Come back Tuesday for a fun New Years Collaboration I am apart of.


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Outfits Under $50
April 23, 2016 by admin
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I'm always on the lookout for a good bargain. Most of my scores are found at my favorite spots like Marshall's, T.J. Maxx and Ross but I will shop anywhere at anytime as long as it has the right fit. Lately I've been noticing that a lot of my outfits have been ranging from about $50-$100 so I decided to share my top 5 under $50 and next month $100. To start things off I decided to go with my latest buy a chambray top from Walmart. I already have a bunch of chambray tops (one with polka dots, one with florals and a thick dark denim one that I sometimes use as a little jacket) so I wasn't looking to buy more. However, I walked by the clearance rack at Walmart and spotted this light weight studded chambray top for $9 and I had to have it. At $9 it's got all the right details, a studded collar that I love, tab sleeves and the fabric is light enough to wear all year. Thinking it would be great to wear as a beach cover up… I have lots of plans for it but this time I wanted to pair it up with a mini and my brown sandals. Not bad for an entire outfit under $50. 🙂
What I'm Wearing:
Chambray Top – $9 at Walmart
The Formula: Denim Jacket
February 24, 2016 by admin
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~ The Formula: Denim Jacket ~
Still one of my favorite dresses.
Whenever I want to look pulled together but not too dressy I throw on a denim jacket. I've had this dress from Ross for years and I've worn it solo during the summer, with sweaters and tights when it's cold but my favorite is with denim. I was originally going to wear my deeper blue Levi's jacket (seen here) but I thought the distressed one from American Eagle went way better with the boho vibe. Tip: If you're lucky enough to get casual Friday's at work, a denim jacket is an easy replacement for a suit or blazer and you can wear it with any skirt or pants.
What I'm Wearing:
Dress $14.99 from Ross
Distresses Denim Jacket $39.99 from American Eagle (also seen here)
Bangles/cuff $12.99 from Macy's
Penny Wayfarer sunglasses c/o Stunglasses.com
Wedges from Charlotte Russe (also seen here)
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Pinspiration: Fall Florals
September 2, 2014 by admin
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I usually only wear florals in some form of accessory during the spring and summer but this year the dainty feminine print is big for fall. Look for florals with a dark glamorous twist and pair it with all your favorite rich fall colors like forest greens, mustard yellow and winter whites. Below are some amazing street style inspiration and some pieces that I love.
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Floral Bomber – $24 at Boohoo.com | Floral Flats – $34.99 at Modcloth.com | Floral Watch – $75 at Karmaloop.com | Floral Midi Skirt – $15 at CharlotteRusse.com | Floral Fringe Clutch – $42.99 at 6PM.com
Maxi Dress From Day To Night
November 21, 2013 by admin
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If there's one thing I've learned this pregnancy it's that a maxi dress is your best friend. I've always worn them but never have I appreciated them as much as I have these past couple of months. Besides being the comfiest thing to wear in between sizes, they're SO versatile and great for post baby as well. This one from meet mark has been sitting in my closet forever because it was too big but now it's a real life saver. I LOVE the blue and its lace cap sleeves. I've worn it a ton of times in so many different ways for day and night. For day I wear it with my green anorak, chain link necklace and my one of my favorite lucky brand bag (which comes in handy to when switching out heels for flats when your feet can't take it anymore). For night, I just added a sparkly necklace, metallic satchel and took off the jacket.
What I'm Wearing: Blue Maxi Dress c/o meet mark | Green Anorak from Ross (also seen here) | Clear Stone Necklace (also seen here) $10 from Target| Gold Satchel also seen here – $8.98 from Target.com | Chain Link Necklace c/o Twisted Silver | Animal Print Heels – $14.99 at Target.com | Bag from Lucky Brand | Timex watch c/o Timex | Penny Wayfarer Sunglasses (also seen here) c/o Stun Sunglasses
Glasses: The Necessary Accessory
October 17, 2013 by admin
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I can vividly remember the first time I was told that I needed glasses. It was the day of my 17th birthday and after a brief moment of panic, I decided on giving myself the gift of a quirky Lisa Loeb makeover and set out to find the perfect pair glasses to go with my new look . My first pair of glasses were a cat eye shaped pair by Armani and cost a whopping $400 (fortunately the purchase of glasses coincided with my getting a drivers license so my mom thankfully helped out). I wore them proudly for 2 years before I branched out and decided to try different styles to go with my outfits. I loved the idea of wearing glasses and they became a integral part of my accessorizing.
Not much has changed since then – I still wear glasses – but my selection of frames has evolved over the years. Currently black frames are my go to pair and I accessorize around them. Oftentimes glasses are the first thing that people notice, so why not make them fun and a extension of your personality! Look for discount eyeglassesso that you can buy multiple pairs to play with. Below are two outfits for day and night that I built around chic glasses.
A classic pair of black nerdy chic frames will never go out of style and they are perfect to wear with just about anything. I paired them up with a leather jacket, jeans and booties for a edgier feel.
These animal print frames are very similar to the ones I first had and I still love them! I like the idea of these glasses dressed for a sexy studious look. A midi length dress is the first thing I envisioned it with and of course red pumps….flawless!
Glasses no longer have a stigma…they're stylish fun and sexy…now's the time to flaunt them!
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July 3, 2013 by admin
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I've been pretty busy moving and getting radjusting to my new house. I haven't been able to take any photos of outfits and its been raining for about two weeks straight but I've been trying to snap some pics. Check out some of my Instagram shots below
In the middle of a food run for the hungry movers I found this striped piggy at Walmart and had to have it!
Even though I didn't do any major lifting I still needed a break. 🙂
Here's William with his new guitar. I still remember when he was three how he would wake up every morning put on his Shrek cd, grab his little guitar and sing his heart out. 🙂
One of the very first things I hung was my favorite metallic mirror.
It's been raining on and off for almost two weeks…I love it and I also love the new view from my backyard.
During the move I happen to find a box of old shoes and in it were my gold metallic flats that I've been looking for. YAY! 🙂
Hope everyone has a fun Fourth of July!
Rebecca Minkoff Ragini Slide Sandals
May 16, 2013 by admin
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When it comes to summer heels I like them to have a casual feel but still give me the sexy height. For the most part wedges do the trick, but sometimes I want a little more oomph and while looking around for a pair to wear all summer I found these Ragini Slide Sandals by Rebecca Minkoff and I instantly fell in love! What I like about this pair is that they manage to have every single detail that I was looking for: the wooden stacked heel is comfy and has the casual look I wanted, the ankle strap is dainty and the gold trim glams it up. I'm definitely going to be wearing these babies a whole lot!
What I'm Wearing:
Dress – $24.99 at Forever 21
Denim Jacket (also seen here) – $39.99 at American Eagle
Belts (also seen here) – $10.99 at Charlotte Russe
Rebecca Minkoff Ragini Slide Sandals c/o Shop Bop
Necklace c/o my dad for Mother's Day 🙂
Penny Wayfarer Sunglasses (also seen here) c/o Stun Sunglasses
High-Low Floral Top
May 13, 2013 by admin
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For the past week or so the temp here in Florida has been in the 90's, but luckily we got a short break from the heat and humidity and it's an easy breezy 80 outside. What does sthat mean for me? For one, it's the chance to wear something other than shorts and a tank! I originally bought this floral high-low top to wear over a white mini dress, but I pulled out my "skinny" skinny jeans and they actually fit…I was so excited that I threw them on instead.
High-Low Floral Top – $14.99 at Ross
Skinny Jeans – $29.99 at American Eagle
Wedges (also seen here) – $24.99 Local Boutique
Bag c/o Lucky Brand
Necklace c/o meet mark
Bangles $7 at Walmart
Crush Necklace wrapped around my wrist c/o Twisted Silver
Summer Ready Skin With Walgreens & Night at the W
May 9, 2013 by admin
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I'm on a first name basis with the beauty consultant at Walgreens (Brenda) and have been for quite a few years. She's always so helpful and quick to point out any new products that I might like. So when I was asked to review some Neutrogena products I was so excited! Brenda knows I love me my mascara and the fact that I go through an enormous amount, so as soon as I asked her which Neutrogena products she would recommend her immediate response was the NEUTROGENA® Makeup Remover Cleansing Towelettes. I then told her that with the summer heat starting to get a bit intense my current eyeliner was smudging way too easily – so she recommended NEUTROGENA® Nourishing Eyeliner (and because she knows me so well she grabbed Neutrogena's new revitalizing lip balm as well).
The NEUTROGENA® Makeup Remover Cleansing Towelettes are amazing! I wish I could have gotten the tub but they were out so I got the refill pack instead. Because I have sensitive eyes, I buy tons of cleansing towelettes and most other products are dry and scratchy. These were so soft and it slid my makeup right off which is important for me because I use a lot of mascara. The towelettes did the job! They were strong enough to remove it all but sensitive enough for my eyes.
When Neutrogena says its eyeliner won't fade boy do they mean it! I really put the NEUTROGENA® Nourishing Eyeliner to the test. I did my usual cat eye and it glided so effortlessly that it made my usual clumsy job look flawless! Then I headed out for a night of dancing and it lasted all night even through my sweating. 🙂
The NEUTROGENA® Revitalizing Lip Balm was probably my favorite item and I'm so happy Brenda pointed it out. It's got all the bells and whistles wrapped into one handy lip balm: it leaves my lips soft, has a slight tint and is SPF 20 (which is a must for me all year round). I'm hooked!
I usually try to keep myself to a monthly visit to Walgreens because I can be dangerous in there and also because I like to accumulate as many points on my Walgreens balance rewards card. I think I have a good $10 or $15 dollars on it right now which I plan on using for my next trip there for the Night at the W. The Night at the W at Walgreens is the ultimate in-store event. It provides a chance for ladies to speak directly with a Walgreens specially trained beauty advisor about facial skin care and cosmetics. The event will also give consumers an opportunity to get great deals on Neutrogena facial skin care and towelettes and free samples (while supplies last) AND customers will have an opportunity to enter the Night at the W "Expect the Unexpected" sweepstakes when they purchase participating Neutrogena products (qualifying products listed below).
ONE GRAND PRIZE winner will receive trip for two (2) to Arizona, five (5) nights' accommodations at Amara Hotel, Restaurant, and Spa. This fabulous retreat includes breakfast at the hotel daily, ground transportation, a $1,000 allowance for spa treatments and dinner at Cucina Rustica. FIFTY (50) FIRST PRIZE winners will receive a $50 Walgreens gift card. TEN (10) SECOND PRIZE winners will receive A NEUTROGENA® gift basket
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Casual Summer Outfit
May 7, 2013 by admin
Filed under Fashion Tips & Finds
I'm not a sun lover and during the colder weather I normally use L'Oreal's Sublime Bronze self tanning mist for a hint of color, but I try to get a real tan a few times a year and last week I managed to sneak away to the beach for the day. I'm not as tanned as I'd like to be but it's definitely an improvement and it looks great with my little white dress, orange blazer and new tan sandals. 🙂
What I'm Wearing:
White Dress c/o Yesstyle
Orange Linen Blazer – $14.99 from Marshall's
Envelope Clutch c/o Joules
Sandals (also seen here) – $24.99
Necklace c/o meet mark
Belts – $10.99 from Charlotte Russe


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How to Train Your Microservice
Doug Sherman reviews the efforts that took place in the initial phases which incorporated targeted parts of the Spring Framework, as well as more current efforts that leveraged Spring projects.
Spring MVC 4 Web Apps
Rossen Stoyanchev reviews the main features in Spring Framework 4.x and previews the work towards Spring Framework 5.
Modern Java Component Design with Spring 4.3
Jüergen Hoeller presents selected Spring Framework 4 component model highlights and a selection of Java 8 enabled features, illustrated with many code examples and noteworthy design considerations.
Spring Framework 5.0 and Reactive Spring - SpringOne Keynote
The authors keynote on Spring Framework 5, the roadmap to 5.1 and designing reactive applications with Spring.
Behind the OSS Curtain: How we Manage Spring
Baruch Sadogursky and Phil Webb discuss using Artifactory/Bintray to manage the code, issues and releases of the Spring Framework.
Modern Java Component Design with Spring Framework 4.2
Juergen Hoeller presents selected Spring Framework 4 component model highlights, with a focus on the upcoming Spring Framework 4.2 and a selection of Java 8 enabled features, also code examples.
SpringOne 2GX 2015: Technical Keynote
The keynote speakers cover the current status of various Spring projects - Grails, Groovy, Cloud, etc.-, what has been done so far and what are the plans for the near future.
SpringOne 2GX 2015: Opening Night Keynote
The keynote speakers present what to expect for Spring Framework 5.0, with highlights about Spring Cloud and Spring Boot, and what has been achieved so far.
Big Data in Memory
John Davies shows a Spring work-flow consuming 7.4kB XML messages, binding them to 25kB Java but storing them in just 450 bytes each, 10 million derivative contracts in-memory on a laptop.
Asychronous Design with Spring and RTI: 1M Events per Second
Stuart Williams takes a walk through the RTI architecture and explains how Spring performs at hundreds (and millions) of events/operations per second.
Spring Your Apps into the Cloud with a PaaS
Grant Shipley deploys an application to the cloud and then turns up the heat by leveraging the right mix of elasticity and auto-scaling.
Panel Session: Real World Boot-up Sequences
Erdem Gunay, Tim Hobson and Zach Lendon present their experiences with with Spring Boot.


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The life of a Chinese Emperor was that of extreme wealth and power, his role was to govern and unite the country. He was known as the 'Son of Heaven' and expected to have spiritual influence over the elements. Confucius ideology influenced the aristocratic place of the ruler; historically the roles had been degraded by a series of abusive and debauch rulers. Confucius believed in the feudal system however he intended that the leader would be honourable and exemplify the finer qualities of leadership. Parental care of the autocrat would aim to establish order amongst the obedient subjects.
Qianlong, fourth Emperor of the Quing dynasty (1644-1911), was one of Chinas most successful leaders and ruled for over 60 years (1736–1795). He brought prosperity and peace to the region, although he came from a military background. He was a descendant of the Manchu, which was a small ethnic group. Qianlong adopted Chinese manners and followed the guidelines of Confucius ethics, to influence the 150 million Han Chinese that he ruled. The treasures of this royal court are currently on display at the National Gallery of Victoria.
"The Victorian Government is grateful to the Palace Museum for entrusting the NGV with its treasures as part of a ground-breaking partnership between the two institutions." Mr. Foley said.
Dr Mae Anna Pang, Senior Curator of Asian Art, NGV and Curator of A Golden Age of China very generously gave time to the Melbourne Press and revealed details that are hidden within the beautiful objects, of the Forbidden City. She explained the Emperors interest in art. He employed artists to depict royal life, he collected art from around the world and he also practiced drawing and calligraphy.
There were two types of artwork in Imperial China, one that was to be shown and the other for private meditation. Some of Dr. Pang's favorite pieces in the exhibition are Qianlong's private drawings and his poetry. Private drawings were to aid inner contemplation, not to impress the viewer. She remarked that the exhibit is less grand than the surrounding works and could be overlooked, however the drawings give us insight into the state and mind of the Emperor.
The Emperors landscape scrolls are encased in a glass cabinet, they depict nature and the favorite places that he had visited. Dr. Pang explained that he was a determined traveler at a time when the task was a difficult one. When he was fascinated by a place he would attempt to recreate an aspect of it in his drawing or have its feature installed, in the palace gardens.
The visually beautiful characters of the Chinese language are an esteemed part of its literature. Although the language develops and changes, its intrinsic core meaning can still be understood in modern China. The Emperor was a prolific poet and wrote over 40,000 poems and 1300 pieces of prose. Dr Pang read the calligraphy of a large poem Poem about East Mountain Brush-rest peak that was written by Qianlong and is framed on the gallery wall. The poem elevates people that seek inner spiritual development over those that adorn themselves in jade and corals, who care only for outer appearances. Within the poem, he creates clever puns and plays on words to give them multiple meanings. This duality is represented in many of the works on display.
"Everything is not as it seems" Dr Pang explains.
Symbols and color are used to portray status, longevity and luck. The yellow silk costumes that are used for ceremonies are rich in such detail. Yellow was the distinctive colour of the ruler; it was exclusive to the royal court. A death penalty would be the punishment of anyone who breached this code and incorporated the color in his or her garment.
Leadership entitled the Emperor to a vast array of wives and concubines for his pleasure and procreation, however it also required eunuchs to service them. To ensure a faithful court, many men forfeited their patriarchal rights. They were often sons of the poor who had been sold to the Palace. They were donned with red hats to distinguish their rank, as depicted in the composition, Imperial Banquet in the Garden of Ten Thousand Trees by Giuseppe Castiglione.
"One of his 41 wives was Moslem" Dr Pang adds
Dr. Pang discussed the details of a large work of coloured inks on silk, titled Envoys from vassal states and foreign countries presenting tribute to the Emperor
The composition has a warped aerial perspective to show the viewer multiple angles. Walls, to ensure royal privacy, separate the private and public areas. At the entrance of the Palace, visitors are assembled from around the world. The flags depict the country that the ambassador is from and it includes European nations. Due to the successful leadership of Qianlong, China had become a great empire and was held in worldly renown.
Most of the items within the collection are adorned with symbols and references to good fortune. The Melbourne Press asked the Palace Museums Vice Director Song Jirong what the Chinese would regard as the most important 'type of luck'.
"A long life" she replied.
Many symbols of the artwork promote longevity. The court women adorned themselves with hairpieces that have knots embellished within the design, to represent an extended life. They also wore extremely long nail protectors and the pair that is currently on display is made of fine gilt silver wires formed into symbols of happiness and a long life. Some of the items on display incorporate storks, dragons and the number 9; these are keystone symbols that perpetuate the life-force. Many of the symbols used are unique to eastern culture and can be overlooked by western visitors. At the hem of a semi formal robe for the Empress are waves of colour that represent the sky. Chinese artists represent the sky as having many colours, not just solo blue.
The final room of the exhibition is a slide show of the Forbidden City so the visitor gets an idea of the expanse of the Palace. It's the size of a suburb, with magnificent engineering feats. It was built between 1406 and 1421 and involved a workforce of 10,000 craftsmen and 1,000,000 labourers. The Palace has 9000 rooms and the Forbidden City occupies a vast expanse of more than 72 hectares. The two dynasties of the Ming (1368–1644) and Qing (1644–1911) households and their 24 Emperors enjoyed this exclusive luxury. In 1925, the Palace Museum opened the heavy gates of the Forbidden City to the public.
One cannot underestimate the level of negotiations and the transport considerations of the exhibit. Valuable Chinese antique treasures are currently on loan at the NGV. Air China was given the task of the safe haul. Melbourne is in the entitled position of host to this important collection. It is an opportunity to view a cultural legacy in its prime.
Modern Art broke its ties to its European Masters and drew inspiration from the East. It is important to understand the influence that Chinese art has had on the West. It was exposure to these types of works that influenced artists such as Henri Matisse. Matisse worked extensively in the breaking down of image to essential form. Strong lines, negative spaces and flat dimensions became the new vision that the Modern Master employed.
Dr Pang remarked that the NGV and Melbourne reminded her of the Palace and prime places in China. She noted that both are very orderly and have garden areas that are reminiscent of Chinese aesthetics.
Rio Tinto is a major sponsor of The Golden Age of China; they have arranged free entry for all school children, to the exhibits. The Exhibition will be open to the public until June 21st. There will also be a series of talks and films for those that desire a deeper understanding of Chinese culture.
PHOTOS of ARTWORKS
QIANLONG EMPEROR Chinese 1711–99
Poem about East Mountain Brush-rest peak, calligraphy 弘历咏东山笔架峰贴落Qing dynasty, Qianlong period 1768
signed by Qianlong Emperor in the autumn of 1768 and with 2 seals of Qianlong Emperor
ink on paper 157.5 x 216.0 cm (image and sheet)The Palace Museum, Beijing
Envoys from vassal states and foreign countries presenting tribute to the Emperor 清人万国来朝图轴Qing dynasty, Qianlong period 1736–95
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MONTGOMERY, AL (WSFA) - Tim James announced in a Monday afternoon news conference that he will end his bid to be the next governor of Alabama.
James' did not endorse either of the two men looking to secure the Republican nomination.
James fought for two weeks in an attempt to pull into second place for a runoff for the Republican nomination. After a recount, James' narrow loss to Dr. Robert Bentley grew to just under 300 votes. Bentley picked up more than 100 votes in the recount.
Bentley, who took the second highest number of votes in the Republican primary, will face frontrunner Bradley Byrne on July 13 for the nomination.
The Alabama Republican Party proclaimed that "James puts party above self" after his withdrawal announcement.
Said Rep. Mike Hubbard (R-Auburn):
Today, Tim James demonstrated his selflessness and his character by putting best interests of the Alabama Republican Party and the State of Alabama ahead of himself. Tim's decision to withdraw his election contest allows us to focus squarely on the runoff election, which is certainly a benefit to our Party.
"Throughout his campaign, Tim has raised issues that have resonated with many Alabamians and he has contributed greatly to the enthusiasm of our Party. He is a quality individual, a true statesman and I am proud to have him as a leader in the Republican Party.
James is not counting out another run at political office, saying he's only 48-years-old. He joked to reporters that he has another 20 years or so to make a decision.
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How to Get In
Admission Requirements:
- A bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited (CCNE or NLN) program
- Undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) on the last 60 credits of the most recent baccalaureate degree
- Satisfactory scores on the Graduate Record Exam (GRE)
- Satisfactory academic references from individuals who can speak to your scholarly activities, research capabilities and potential for success in the doctoral program
- Satisfactory examples of two original papers or other scholarly work
- Essay
English Proficiency
If your native language is not English, or your undergraduate instruction was not in English, you need a minimum English proficiency test score: TOEFL = 580 (paper)/92 (internet-based), MELAB = 82 or IELTS = 7. Please refer to the Graduate School for more information.
You are exempt if any of the following applies to your situation:
- English is the exclusive language of instruction at the undergraduate institution you attended
- You earned a degree from a regionally-accredited U.S. college or university not more than five years prior to the anticipated semester of enrollment
- You have completed at least two full-time semesters of graded course work, exclusive of ESL courses, in a U.S. college or university, or at an institution outside the U.S. where English is the exclusive language of instruction, not more than five years prior to the anticipated semester of enrollment
An important part of the admission process involves identifying your major professor/advisor and your discipline for secondary concentration. The careful match of faculty and students research interests is important since your major professor will supervise your program and provide the research training experience. Visit the faculty page for more information.
You may contact any faculty member prior to applying. We are happy to arrange connections with current students as well. They can often provide special insight into the program, academic services and about life at the University and in Madison.
If you have any questions, would like to discuss visit options, or want to be connected with faculty members, contact us using the information at the bottom of this page.
Our program requires a minimum of 52 credits and is designed to be completed in 4 years. Graduate School cost of attendance is based on a nine-month period. Although the cost of attending UW-Madison will vary among all students, the university bases its financial aid awards on this budget:
Graduate School Cost of Attendance
Financial Support
We make a strong commitment to fund PhD students to support full-time study. Sources of funding include extramural, campus, and internal School of Nursing funding, including assistantship positions that may come with full tuition remission.
The majority of funding decisions are made in the spring for the following academic year. All students are encouraged to apply for funding.
Visit the Costs & Financial Aid page for full information about financial support.
The faculty admissions committee will review each candidate and consider an interview when all required application materials have been received. We will continuously review those who submit eligible and completed applications.
- Application opens: Early September
- Priority deadline for Fall: December 1
- Deadline for Spring: November 1
- After the priority deadlines, completed applications will be considered for admission and financial awards as available.
Every application is given a complete and holistic review. Interviews with potential faculty advisors are scheduled as part of the application process. Online interviews are scheduled for international applicants. Limited funding is available to cover travel costs for the interview process.
Once you have submitted your application, you will be able to track the Graduate School and School of Nursing's receipt of your materials through the online status system.
Submit these materials to the graduate school:
- Complete and submit the UW-Madison graduate electronic application.
- Official results of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) completed within the last five years. The UW–Madison code is: 1846.
- Official TOEFL or MELAB score (international students only).
- Names of three or four references to provide letters of recommendation. The references are submitted electronically in your online application for admission.
- Reasons for Graduate Study: This essay will be used to evaluate your potential for success in the PhD program at UW–Madison. The document should be no more than three typewritten, double-spaced pages (11-point font or larger). Please address each of the following:
Your Reasons for PhD Education—Describe the factors that led you to pursue a PhD in Nursing and how it will advance your career. For example, why do you want a PhD? What are your career goals? What kind of position or work will you seek after completing the PhD degree? How will having a PhD prepare you for your career path?
Your Research Interests—Describe the areas in which you would like to conduct research. If possible, identify specific populations, problems, or phenomena that you would like to study. Describe any specific research questions you would like to answer. In your response, indicate if you've had any previous research experiences and how they have prepared you for PhD study.
Your Reasons for Seeking Admission to UW–Madison—Discuss how your personal goals fit with the purpose and objectives of the PhD program at UW-Madison. Identify any faculty members at UW–Madison who appear to have shared interests (patient population, setting, health problem or research methods) and that you would like to have as a faculty mentor. Describe what you hope to learn from her/him. Comment on the discipline(s) you are interested in exploring as a minor area of study.
- Current curriculum vitae or resume.
- At least two samples of completed scholarly work. These may include publications, thesis or major papers.
Submit these materials to the School of Nursing:
Send one complete set of official transcripts or academic records from all institutions attended. International academic records must be in the original language accompanied by an official English translation. Documents must be issued by the school with the official seal/stamp and an official signature. If you are currently completing a degree, you will need to provide a final transcript indicating your degree was awarded.
Submit via postal mail to:
PhD Program Admissions
UW–Madison School of Nursing
Suite 1100 Cooper Hall
701 Highland Avenue
Madison, WI 53705
The Early Entry PhD Option is an innovative program designed for undergraduate students who are interested in pursuing a research career. With the assistance of a faculty advisory committee, early entry students plan an individualized program of study and research, drawing on existing undergraduate and graduate courses in nursing and related disciplines. The option consists of early and intensive research training, clinical practice, and required and recommended coursework.
Two degrees are awarded to students who complete this option—a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BS), granted by the UW–Madison School of Nursing and a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), granted by the UW–Madison Graduate School.
Our program requires a minimum of 52 credits and is designed to be completed in 4 years. Students complete core courses in the areas of Scholarly Inquiry, Theory and Practice of Nursing, Policy and Leadership, and Nursing Education.
The core is supplemented through intentional and collaborative coursework outside of nursing, and guided research experiences.
Our program is delivered in a face-to-face format to actively and personally engage students in the practice of scholarly inquiry and to allow students to take advantage of the expertise on the University campus.
Core Courses
SCHOLARLY INQUIRY: 18 credits min
N803 and N804 Advanced Research Design and Methods I & II (6 credits): The focus of these courses is on nursing and health related research traditions, the relationship between research paradigms and research designs and how various research designs have been used by nurse researchers. Both quantitative and qualitative methods and approaches will be examined.
N815 Knowledge Development in Nursing (3 credits): Examination of the history of the discipline of nursing, with emphasis on the evolution of debates regarding what is known and how it is known.
N816 Proseminar in Nursing Research (1 credit): Two semesters are required; one in the first year of doctoral study and one as the student is nearing completion of coursework (Year 3). This seminar focuses on professional development and socialization to the role of nurse scientist. Topics emphasize development of career paths that will lead to productive research, scholarly publication/presentation, master teaching, and academic leadership. Discussion includes current topics in nursing research, especially as illustrated by the planned and ongoing research of graduate students and faculty in nursing.
N802 Ethics and the Responsible Conduct of Research (1 credit): Ethical issues in the design, conduct, and reporting of research are examined in the context of the nature of the scientific endeavor, the structure of the research community, and professional and federal guidelines for supporting scientific integrity and controlling misconduct.
Advanced Methods/Statistics (6 credits)
POLICY & LEADERSHIP: 3-9 credits min
N703 Health Care and Public Policy (3 credits)
N817 Research in Communities, Populations, and Systems (3 credits): Students will examine concepts and methods of research directed toward health of communities, populations, and systems. The course provides a foundation for future research.
N847 Policy and Leadership Practicum (3 credits): Students will engage as participants and observers in varied public policy agencies that correspond to their research problems or populations of interest. The focus will be on examining how a particular set of policies can influence the health of individuals or a given population.
N817 and N847 are required if students select this area of emphasis.
THEORY & PRACTICE OF NURSING: 3-9 credits min
A Population or Phenomenon Course
N590 Contemporary Practices in Nursing – Various Special Topics (1-3 credits)
N702 Health Promotion and Disease Prevention in Diverse Communities (3 credits): Health promotion and disease prevention interventions are examined for populations, incorporating multidisciplinary approaches. Focuses on developing increased knowledge, appreciation, and skills for health promotion and disease prevention among diverse communities. Addresses epidemiological, individual, socio-economic, and environmental factors related to health status.
N722 Advanced Practice Nursing Theory: Adults and Older Adults (3 credits): This course will examine theoretical perspectives and evidence-based approaches to human responses to health and illness during adulthood and old age. Concepts and research from multiple disciplines will be examined as a framework for reflective practice with adults.
N741 Advanced Practice Nursing Theory: Family Process & Child Development (3 credits): Analyzes selected family and child development theories and research that inform advanced practice nursing. Applies these concepts to assess child and family needs, enhance the parent-child relationship, and develop family-centered, culturally responsive interventions in health and illness.
N751 Advanced Practice Nursing Theory: Psychiatric Mental Health (3 credits): Analysis and integration of selected theories and models in psychotherapy, neuroscience, mental health, psychiatric disorders, and advanced psychiatric mental health nursing in complex care settings with diverse patients, communities, and populations.
N818 Patient-Centered Research (3 credits): This course addresses conceptual and methodological perspectives in how patient-centered research is conducted from the development through the testing and implementation of interventions. Attention is given to various conceptualizations of patient-centeredness, to the behavioral and physiological origins of patient-centered interventions, and to the trajectory of testing such interventions, from descriptive studies to experimental trials.
N819 Clinical Field Practicum (3 credits): Students will engage as participants and observers in clinical or other care settings that correspond to their research problems or populations of interest. The focus will be on deepening knowledge of the health problems faced by patients in the care setting, development of research questions or proposals to improve their health outcomes, and understanding facets of the environment that influence how research is implemented there.
N818 and N819 are required if students select this area of emphasis
NURSING EDUCATION: 3 credits min
Three required credits may be earned in coursework focusing on nursing education. Suggested nursing courses (but other education-focused courses may be approved) include:
N785 Foundations of Curriculum Development and Evaluation in Nursing Education (3 credits): Examination and application of knowledge and skills related to curriculum planning, implementation and evaluation for nursing education. Emphasis on history and philosophy of nursing curricula, models of curriculum and evaluation, and strategies for change and innovation.
N786 Foundations of Teaching and Learning in Nursing (3 credits): The focus of this course is the planning, implementing, and evaluation of teaching and learning strategies for nursing education within diverse settings and student populations.
N787 Nursing Education Practicum (1-3 credits): Application of knowledge and skills in the nurse educator role in selected educational environments (classroom, clinical, laboratory and/or communities). Seminar component included for discussion of instructional experiences and issues.
RESEARCH/DISSERTATION/GROUP PARTICIPATION: 10 credits min
N799/N999/N990: Guided research, dissertation work, and participation in their faculty mentor's research group (or another research group agreed upon with the mentor) each semester.
PhD MINOR: 9 credits min
The purpose of the minor is to add breadth to a PhD major. Two minor options are available.
The Option A minor requires a minimum of 9 credits in a single department/major field of study. Examples of Option A minors include Women's Studies, Sociology, Educational Psychology, Prevention Science, Industrial Engineering, and Business.
The Option B minor, or distributed minor, requires a minimum of 9 credits in one or more departments and can include coursework in the School of Nursing.
There are a number of certificate programs that can be used to fulfill the minor requirement. Some examples include:
- Bioinformatics
- Consumer Health Advocacy
- Fundamentals of Clinical Research
- Gender and Women's Studies
- Global Health
- Humans and the Global Environment
- Patient Safety
- Prevention and Intervention Science
- Clinical and Community Outcomes Research
The purpose of our PhD program is to prepare researchers to develop, evaluate and disseminate new knowledge in nursing and health science. Our program provides nurses with the foundation to become leaders in research that advances the scientific basis of nursing and contributes to the health of the public.
We prepare graduates for roles as academic and clinical nurse scientists, with expertise in the theory and practice of nursing, health policy, and leadership. Our graduates hold positions at major universities (e.g., University of North Carolina–Chapel Hill, University of Washington, University of Pittsburgh, Virginia Commonwealth University, The Ohio State University), large health-care systems, and within the government.


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It has been a busy couple of weeks and I am so excited to share this post with you! We did it! We finally painted our kitchen cabinets and we couldn't be more happy with the results! Painting kitchen cabinets can be time consuming and a lot of hard work but it can also save you money. We don't have the money for a kitchen renovation but our dated kitchen was just sad. I mean yellow, dark, just sad!
I've been using a chalky finish paint to update furniture. This method saves us so much money I can't even begin to shout it's praises! Here's what it looked like before. Yes those are brownies sitting on the stove top. Come on over and I will make you some! Or if you want to make your own here's the recipe.
The first step is to prep the surface. Take down all doors (hinges and pulls) and clean them. I use a water and bleach solution to help lift the grim and polish off. Let that dry and you can begin to paint your cabinets. That's right no prep work! Just start painting kitchen cabinets. My chalky finish paint recipe is 1/3 cup plaster of paris mixed with 1/3 water and 1 cup (sample size) paint.
Next you will sand. Sand the paint smooth and sand areas you want to look antiqued. You can then wax all painted surfaces if you like the color as is. Or you can stain the surface to warm up the color and emphasize the antiqued look. The way you stain the color is to cover the surface completely with stain. Then you wipe the stain off. I like to wipe with the grain of the wood if possible. Be consistent because your strokes will show.
We plan to paint the upper cabinets white. We also decided to save more money by spray painting the hardware. (More on that here)
Are you considering painting your kitchen cabinets?
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Press Release
The Dagger Home and Hearth Bn as a unique noble initiative org a programme at Blind School, Kanispora. Though the youth and children in the Kashmir Valley are being engaged and channelized by various Op Sadhbhavana projects, the Blind and Special Children and their needs have been neglected in the civil society of the Kashmir Valley. To empower the Blind and other Special Children this project was implemented. This friendly project was executed to facilitate and empower the specially abled children of Blind School, Kanispora.
The occasion was graced by Maj Gen R P Kalita, SM, VSM, GOC Dagger Div and various civil dignitaries. The special children sang patriotic songs with full enthusiasm and delivered speech on peace. The GOC presented gifts to the children and wished them success in every sphere of life and complimented the staff for educating and taking care of these children.
Essential items for the Special Children such as Smart Canes, Stylus, Talking Calculator, Universal Braille Kit were presented along with Cricket Kit, Volley Ball Kit, Tables & Chairs and School Bags for the children.
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The Core Athletics Champions League seeks to provide a healthier alternative to showcase baseball and traditional travel ball tournaments with the convenience of playing locally. Our love of the game and our goal to develop talented athletes has brought this league to fruition. Click HERE to read more...
Cabarrus County. What makes us unique is our focus on instruction of players and parents.
Northwest Rec. partners with Core Athletics' professional instructors to oversee the skill development league wide and provide additional instruction for both players and parents.
Metro is offered for Summer and Fall seasons.
Summer 2018 Tryouts - Saturday, May 19th, 9:30am at Core
Tryouts are for players who want to play for Core Athletics coached teams.
**There will be a $100 commitment fee due on or before tryouts.
This fee will go towards the total cost of league play. The cost is $670 per player for Core coached teams**
TEAMS - If you are interested in entering your high school eligible team into the league, please email firstname.lastname@example.com
Core Athletics will be forming high school aged teams in Cabarrus County, Rowan County, and North Mecklenburg areas to play in the Metro League. Our goal is to provide an opportunity for players to get quality instruction and game experience. Our desire is to carry the instruction from the cage/bull pen into the game. From our years of experience working with college coaches and pro scouts throughout the east coast, we can provide realistic opportunities for players at the next level.
If you have questions or to register for Core coached team tryouts, please email us at firstname.lastname@example.com and include the following information; Player's Name, Grade, School, Age, Parents Name, Phone Number, Email, Positions Played, and Jersey Size.
Goals of the Metro League
1. Provide high school baseball players in the greater Charlotte area with the opportunity to improve their skills and showcase their talents
2. Provide professional coaching and instruction, as well as competitive summer and fall league play that will give the players the opportunity to display their drive and potential to excel
3. Help area high school coaches develop their players and their programs
4. Allow coaches to keep players together for summer & fall league play to help build "team chemistry"
5. Enhance a player's high school baseball experience
6. Offers parents a viable alternative to the baseball academy or travel teams
Player Eligibility
Players must at least be a rising ninth grader to be eligible. Graduating seniors, or players that have aged out of their high school eligibility (cannot turn 19 before Oct. 16th of said school year), will not be eligible for the Metro Showcase League, as one of the purposes is to help prepare for the next year's high school season
Team Composition
Teams can be formed through your high school. Additional teams through Core Athletics will be formed using high school boundaries as a guide. Area schools can combine to form on team if necessary, but all teams participating within the league have a strict 18 player limit per team.
Core Athletics' tryouts are for players who are not on an individual high school team. Eligible players must first seek out participation with their respective school before playing on a Core team. Once we hold tryouts, we will form teams to best fit all individuals involved by position and competitiveness.
Core Coaching
Each Core coached team will have two coaches, paid by Core Athletics. Additionally, we have roving instructors to help with specific skills in the areas of infield, outfield, catcher, base running, etc. The summer coaches will be members of our staff or area high school coaches
League Play
1.Teams will be placed into divisions based upon relative strength, to help ensure competitive play
2. The season will be comprised of 15 league games plus an end of season tournament
3. The summer season will be finished before August 1st and the fall before November 1st.
Many area travel programs are affiliated with Core Athletics by using our facilities and instructors. If you are looking for a team or if we can help with your team's instruction and facility needs, please contact us.
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Hometown Nursery, a Paso Robles retailer since 1976, is closing its doors after 34 years.
Twelve employees from the garden center at 201 Spring St. will be let go, general manager Mike Mitchell said. At least one will be retained to continue to run Hometown Nursery & Landscape with Mitchell, he said, explaining the landscape construction and maintenance company will remain in business.
The retail center's going-out-of-business sale began Aug. 23, and Mitchell expects its final day to come in mid-September before the property is deeded out of his family's trust and back to Heritage Oaks Bank.
Bankruptcy and foreclosure were not involved, he said, and financials were not disclosed.
The nursery's retail location, on an acre, first opened in August 2008, and featured a new 5,000-square-foot shop interior with furniture, pottery, plants and other gardening supplies. The nursery had previously operated on Spring Street between 18th and 19th streets since the late 1970s.
In 2009, shortly after the new location opened, Mitchell said sales dropped 28 percent and again by the same amount through July 31.
Mitchell said many factors contributed to the dip, including that people are not landscaping new homes during the recession.
The business "is almost all based on a customer's discretionary income, and people are holding on to every penny," he said.
The nursery has sold about three quarters of its stock during the closure sale, where items are now half price.
The landscaping division has always been a side business for Hometown Nursery, but it grew in 2009 and 2010, Mitchell said.
The Paso Robles-based company will continue to operate under the same phone number as the nursery and use the same vendors that stocked the retail portion of the company.
Mitchell hopes to reopen the retail nursery again one day, he said.
— Tonya Strickland
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Humankind Fair Trade, a store at 982 Monterey St. in downtown San Luis Obispo, will celebrate its first anniversary today.
Since opening last summer, HumanKind has provided about $35,000 to farmers and artisans in developing countries, according to Humankind Fair Trade board President Elizabeth Aebischer. For example, she said, 51-year-old Elizabeth Kumah, a bead artisan in Ghana, has increased her income by 80 percent.
The nonprofit store specializes in fair trade certified merchandise, such as jewelry from India, laptop bags from Nepal, olive oil from Palestinian territory in Israel, and fabrics from Guatemala, among other items from around the world.
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For a moment after entering the store, I had a thought that I might have taken myself out of my comfort zone by having had wine. I felt a teeny, tiny bit paranoid, but then had a look around and quickly realized that there was nothing I could possibly do to make myself look any weirder than anyone else.
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Friday, January 4, 2013
glitter bomb for NYE
Spending very little time online. Thus very little time on my blog. I'm sorry!
Perhaps a New Year's Resolution of mine should be to get back on the blogging-horse every day!
Especially considering I just reached 4,000 followers! WOOHOO! Thanks everyone!
I was going to set up a giveaway for this milestone but as it turns out, my blogaversary is just 2 weeks away... So we'll save it just a little longer. ;)
Today's manicure is a great one! Let's get right to the photos.
This was my New Year's Eve crazy sparkly manicure! Gotta have a glitterbomb for NYE.
Can you even handle all those glitters?!
I think the first picture is the best one, the rest don't show just how colorful and sparkly the manicure truly was. I'm sure you can imagine the amount of photos I took to try to capture all the sparkle...
This manicure started with a base of Color Club - Where's The Soiree?, my go-to black polish.
And then came the glitter. I layered all five polishes from the Models Own Mirrorball Collection.
Here are links to my swatches of all the individual colors if you missed the posts last week:
Boogie Nights
Hot Stuff
Disco Inferno
Freak Out!
Dancing Queen
I applied Freak Out! last because I wanted those colors to be on top.
Each one of the glitters dries fast enough that you're not going to kill yourself waiting to apply all 5.
This was ultra bumpy, as I'm sure you can believe. All those flakies are not going to lay flat.
I knew it was going to drive me crazy if it wasn't smooth, so I actually did the manicure shortly before bed, let it fully set while I got my beauty sleep, and in the morning I used a buffing block to (very gently) buff off the pieces sticking out. And then I added more topcoat. Perfectly smooth!
So. Much. Glitter.
Definitely worth the extra effort to layer all five of these together. So intense!
My nails rang in the New Year in glittery goodness. Did yours?
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OH MY...I love this!ReplyDelete
Unbelievable....I`m breathless....ReplyDelete
Oh wow, this is pretty! And very NYE appropriate :-)ReplyDelete
- AnonymousJanuary 4, 2013 at 9:20 PM
You're one of the most frequent bloggers I know, don't worry! :DReplyDelete
And your nails look amazing - though I don't envy the removal ;)
This is AH-MAY-ZING. I am lurving it...totally gotta try this sometime!ReplyDelete
UNGH Rebecca that's is just so B-E-A-UTIFUL!ReplyDelete
Your totally rocked New Year's!
This is gorgeous! Removing it is going to be hell though!ReplyDelete
Love your manicures, you always have the most beautiful and unusual polishes! =D
I love this! So pretty! and Happy Blogaversary!!! The new argyle looks so bright and happy too. Great way to start out the new year!!ReplyDelete
Love it! Its the best possible kind of glitter overload.ReplyDelete
Rock star nails to ring in 2013 for sure!!ReplyDelete
Amazing mani! I love it!ReplyDelete
Okay, this mani is all kinds of awesome ! I love it !ReplyDelete
Gorgeous! I almort always wear glitter on my nails, so of course NYE wasn't an exeption.ReplyDelete
Haha, I love the "awesome naps" :D :DReplyDelete
And that's one helluva glitter bomb!!
Wow. Just amazing!ReplyDelete
I had a black polish, New York Color 'Super Nova', Essence 'Night in Vegas' and Essence 'Circus Confetti' and on top with a silver striper 2013, with the 2 on my pinky finger, the 0 on my ringfinger, the 1 on my middlefinger and the 3 on my indexfinger of the left hand.
Gorgeous, it's perfect for NY : ) I tried this out over grey when I got mine and I loved it then too, but I think I may prefer it over Black ! :)ReplyDelete
Loooooveee it! They look so darn gorgeous together! And congratulations for reaching 4000 followers!! :D Its still the first week of Jan, so... Happy New Year! ;)ReplyDelete
Gorgeous combination!ReplyDelete
Happy new years! and congratulations on 4000 subscribers!ReplyDelete
This is so pretty! Did you find it hard to remove all that glitter? Even when I soak my nails in acetone I still can't get it all off. How do you do it?ReplyDelete
oh my god, it's awesome!ReplyDelete
Cool mani! And would love to see the blanket when it's finished :)ReplyDelete
It looks amazing :)ReplyDelete
Wow...that is great...I have been avoiding using sparkly nail polish tho I do love it cos of it being a biatch to remove.... Gonna do this next time
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Cops smashed a major cocaine ring by arresting five people and seizing $11 million worth of the drug at a Bronx warehouse, police said yesterday.
The bust occurred Monday afternoon at a warehouse at 866 E. 149th St. in the Hunts Point section, said Police Commissioner Ray Kelly.
He said Manhattan North narcotics cops observed a tractor-trailer enter the warehouse and saw the cab of the truck leave a few minutes later.
Cops got a search warrant, raided the warehouse and found 16 suitcases containing 383 kilos of cocaine in a white van, he said.
They also found $583,000 in cash in the refrigeration section of the trailer.
Cops believe the cocaine had been transferred from the trailer to the van while they were getting the search warrant. Kelly said it had a street value of $11 million.
The driver of the truck, Miguel Martinez, 45, and his helper, Carlos Aleman, 33, were arrested when they returned to the warehouse two hours later.
Three other people were also arrested: Joselin Perez, 33, of Lancaster, Pa.; Eddie Badia, 45, of Clinton, N.J.; and Jose Valera, 35, of 60 E. 104th St. in Manhattan.
Kelly said the truck had entered the United States from Mexico on Sept. 25 and the cocaine was destined for distribution in Washington Heights and The Bronx.
Special state narcotics prosecutor Bridget Brennan said the ring had been selling thousands of pounds of cocaine "on a regular basis."


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Roofing Set Up - Inquire These Questions Before You Employ A ExpertIt all happened a couple of months ago. My brother James and I experienced gone to 1 of the big chain house enhancement stores in our nearby area, to cost roofing supplies. All went nicely, until we moseyed up to the services counter and requested for a price on shingles from a extremely well recognized, expensive business. The associate dialed their quantity, and was instantly placed on maintain.
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The Channel Islands department out over forty miles, and include Santa Cruz, the largest, and closest to Anacapa. It's 22 miles lengthy, and two-six miles wide. Santa Cruz Island contains one of the globe's biggest sea caves called the Painted Cave. Santa Cruz' Mount Diablo rises over 2400 feet over sea degree. Seals and sea lions can be noticed here, as well as the island's Scrub Jay.
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It is important to be cautious about any roofers that go door to doorway. Numerous of these businesses are just scammers. They might offer a cheap price on a roof and anticipate the cash up entrance. Often when the person pays for the roof, the business then requires off and is by no means seen or heard from again.
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If 1 of your home windows demands a new display, but you are not able to find a substitute that matches, think about how simple it is to just make one of your own. You can cut a frame package to any dimension of window. Following that, it is a easy matter of screen attachment with cording and a cheap tool. Even though some home windows might use unique screens, they can still use an external screen many thanks to adapters.
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DVD Review: A History of Violence
This movie poses important questions that challenge American assumptions about violence, similar to how American History X challenged our assumptions about racism. It's in answering those questions that the movie becomes more than action film and transforms into a morality tale worth seeing. [MORE]
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Kanye West ft. Rihanna and Kid Cudi - All of the Lights
Album: My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy (2010)
Can Rihanna do wrong? She's like a hit making machine, so it will be interesting to see how high 'All of the Lights' can go on the charts. The video was finally released last week to what was one of the highlights from West's My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy (which really is a huge call, considering every song ranged from good to amazing), featuring not only Rihanna and Kid Cudi, but Fergie, Alicia Keys, John Legend, La Roux, The Dream, Elton John and more. None of the bonus acts get a feature in the video, but it's still good... very good. How good? Look for it to make a big debut on this weeks Top 20!
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2017 Holiday Boarding
November 18-26, 2017
December 18, 2017 - January 2, 2018
During these periods, we require a three-night minimum stay for Boarding. (More accurately stated, since we will easily fill our holiday space with longer term guests, you will need to pay for three nights...Your dog is not a prisoner)
In order to confirm your reservation, we will need a NON-Refundable deposit of $50/dog for each holiday boarding period.
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How To Get The Best Credit Card Out There
No one knows more about your own patterns and spending habits than you do. How credit cards affect you is a very personal thing. This article will try to shine a light on credit cards and how you can make the best decisions for yourself, when it comes to using them.
If possible, pay your credit cards in full, every month. Use them for normal expenses, such as, gasoline and groceries and then, proceed to pay off the balance at the end of the month. This will build your credit and help you to gain rewards from your card, without accruing interest or sending you into debt.
To help you get the maximum value from your credit card, choose a card which provides rewards based on the amount of money you spend. Many credit card rewards programs will give you up to two percent of your spending back as rewards which can make your purchases much more economical.
If you have credit cards be sure to check your monthly statements thoroughly for errors. Everyone makes errors, and this applies to credit card companies as well. To prevent from paying for something you did not purchase you should save your receipts through the month and then compare them to your statement.
You have to sign the back of your credit cards as soon as you get them. A lot of people don't remember to do that and when they are stolen the cashier isn't aware when someone else tries to buy something. Lots of venders will require a signature verification when purchasing from them.
If you have a credit card account and do not want it to be shut down, make sure to use it. Credit card companies are closing credit card accounts for non-usage at an increasing rate. This is because they view those accounts to be lacking in profit, and therefore, not worth retaining. If you don't want your account to be closed, use it for small purchases, at least once every three months.
Do not make purchases with your credit card for things that you can not afford. Credit cards are for things that you purchase regularly or that fit into your budget. Making grandiose purchases with your credit card will make that item cost you a great deal more over time and will put you at risk for default.
Make sure you are consistently using your card. You do not have to use it frequently, but you should at least be using it once a month. While the goal is to keep the balance low, it only helps your credit report if you keep the balance low, while using it consistently at the same time.
Students who have credit cards, should be particularly careful of what they use it for. Most students do not have a large monthly income, so it is important to spend their money carefully. Charge something on a credit card if, you are totally sure you will be able to pay your bill at the end of the month.
Many experts suggest that your credit limit on a given card should never exceed three-quarters of your monthly income. If your limit is larger than one month's salary, you need to pay it off as soon as you can. If you don't the interest you pay could quickly get out of control.
If you are new to the world of personal finance, or you've been in it a while, but haven't managed to get it right yet, this article has given you some great advice. If you apply the information you read here, you should be well on your way to making smarter decisions in the future.
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Upcoming Weekends for Young People at ECC
Winter Camp 2018: February 16-19, 2018 for students in 7th - 11th grade
Cost: $150.00
Enjoy camp in the winter! This camp allows us to see the camp a different way - covered in snow! Fun activities and games will be part of this camp, but if the weather allows we'll also be able to make snowmen, go sledding, and walk through the woods in the deep snow.
April Camp Weekend: April 27th - 29th for students in 7th - 10th grade
Cost: $100
Camp Weekends provide all the fun of a week at ECC on a smaller scale! Campers stay in (heated) cabins with ECC counselors. Activities take place in the main house and outdoors if weather permits. During the day we take part in small groups, exploring our weekend theme, and games and activities. At night we participate in fun evening programs. This is a great opportunity to get to know a smaller group of ECC friends and enjoy a cozy weekend at camp!


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SUSIE MacMurray switched from the bassoon to balloons for a striking change of artistic direction.
The Manchester-based artist has played with the Hallé Orchestra, but now expresses herself with feathers and balloons.
Her creations are in a new show at Manchester Art Gallery.
It features her display Flock, in the M.E.N. exhibitions gallery, in which she has wallpapered the room using thousands of black hand-dyed feathers.
And in the adjoining CIS Manchester Gallery, she shows Gladrags - a remarkable Victorian-style dress made entirely from pink balloons threaded into soft mesh.
The dress weighs eight stones and was first shown at London Fashion Week two years ago.
It is one of Susie's imaginative balloon garments which have brought her creations to worldwide attention. Her commissions are shown in Cairo, Hong Kong, Singapore, Moscow and Canada.
She was a freelance musician with the Hallé, then raised a family and retrained to be an artist at MANCAT and Manchester Metropolitan University.
A spokesman for Manchester Art Gallery said: "Susie works with tactile and sensual materials such as feathers and balloons to create extraordinary sculptures."
Flock and Gladrags is at the Manchester Art Gallery from Saturday, February 7.