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'Full facts' promised on sixth forms and colleges
Proposed new performance tables for sixth forms and colleges in England will help pupils decide where best to study after GCSE, says the government.
The current league tables focus on A-level results and have been criticised as confusing.
The plan will also require institutions to meet minimum standards.
"It is high time parents and young people were given the full picture of performance," said Schools Minister David Laws.
"To build a stronger economy and a fairer society it is vital we raise standards so all our colleges and sixth forms perform to a high level.
'Positive impact'
"We are already seeing how both primary and secondary schools have responded to the challenge we set them - and we expect these new accountability measures in the post-16 sector to have an equally positive impact," said Mr Laws.
The government has launched a consultation on the proposed new tables, which would continue to highlight A-level grades but would also include separate lists for pupils' completion rates in a wider range of vocational and academic qualifications.
There will be new measures of students' attainment - what grades they achieve, their destinations - whether they go on to university or into employment, their progress from when they first arrive at college and a measure of how many actually complete their courses.
Institutions that do not meet required standards will face intervention, says the government.
The changes will reflect new rules on post-16 education - for example the government requires pupils to continue to study English and maths until they reach at least a C grade.
So the new tables will include an indication of how well schools and colleges do in achieving this.
From 2016, the performance tables will include information on Tech-level vocational qualifications, some of which will have A-level status and are due to be taught from 2014.
Malcolm Trobe of the Association of School and College Leaders cautioned that some of these measures, for example on GCSE English and maths, would be experimental and that parents and students should not necessarily rely on them.
He added that it was important for students "to look at the college's performance in the subject areas they actually want to study, whether it be maths, physics and chemistry at A-Level or a BTec in leisure studies, rather than focusing too much on the overall performance rates for the institution."
"There is a host of things to look at beyond performance data - for example the sort of learning support on offer.
'Crucial information'
"The vast majority of schools and colleges publish this information in their prospectuses."
Martin Doel of the Association of Colleges (AoC) welcomed the plan to apply the same measures to both schools and colleges but said the data needed to be "accurate and comprehensive" to be an effective tool for improvement.
"AoC has raised concerns in the past about the inaccuracy of some performance table data and the detrimental impact this has on the ability of parents and students to make sensible choices.
"Clear, reliable and comprehensive information of the kind being proposed is crucial if performance tables are to underpin student choice, new government policies or as a trigger for intervention in under-performing schools or colleges."
James Kewin of the Sixth Form Colleges' Association welcomed an end to the "narrow focus on raw attainment" in the current tables.
"We strongly support the inclusion of a progress measure and agree that this is a better way to assess the effectiveness of schools and colleges."
He added that new completion measures would help minimise confusion over pass rates: "While a 99% pass rate can seem impressive to parents and students, this measure does not tell you how many young people who started the course actually finished it."


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This is my new favorite thing to do since it eliminates all the crap from my mailbox. Yay!
**Do you remember when I was raving over that super cute Irish kid (mmm...Irish boys) Fionn Regan? Well, he just released some US tour dates, one including the Five Spot in Atlanta on September 20th. I'm going to use my cloning techniques to be in two places at once that night.
I demand you listen to this and go see him if you can. For real. It's amazing. Check out a sample taste here.
Fionn Regan - "The Underwood Typewriter"
**Some soundtrack news for you that perked my ears since I've predicted the comeback of grunge for about a year now...Eddie Vedder is lending his musical genius to the "Into the Wild" soundtrack. I've been sent "Hard Sun," which is the single, but I haven't been able to listen to the entire thing since the label sent a stream and it keeps freezing on me. But the tidbit I heard has me intrigued. Look for the movie and the music in late September.
**Division Day, a band with no plans to hit Atlanta yet, are releasing Beartrap Island on October 2nd, but you can get it on iTunes early, as usual. Here are a couple for you...
Division Day - "Every Shining Time You Arrive" (yes, it's a Sunny Day Real Estate cover)
Division Day - "Tigers"
**Sigur Ros will have a brand spanking new album and DVD hitting stores in November. This makes me happy because I don't think there are too many foreign bands I can fully appreciate when I have no idea what they're singing about. Can't wait for this one, seeing that Takk was amazing.
**Coming to the EARL on October 19th with Film School is Eulogies. I actually think I like this whiny stuff. No, really. It makes me think I'm a teenager again wishing I could be as cool as the older brother in "Clueless" that listened to Radiohead and NPR.
Eulogies - "One Man"
**Here's a special treat to snack on (and yes, all puns are intended). The Apples in Stereo are going to be playing Unplugged in the Park on September 23rd. Their music has been used in a Target commercial, and that automatically makes them bad ass since only cool music is used in Target commercials.
**Local band Like Clockwork's Jesse Astin is offering up their latest efforts, "That's Called Going For It!" for free download. You can click here and check it out. I have listened to his stuff before and I can never put my finger on what it reminds me of. It's probably because there are a ton of influences running through the music. Listen to "Big Brain." I'm singing along to it. That must be a good sign.
**Uh, got an email on this band, Old Time Relijun, and it says they're available for interviews. I'm tempted to request one so I can ask what the hell they're thinking. Judge for yourself.
Old Time Relijun - "Daemon Meeting"
This is only tolerable during the month of October...and in months that aren't October if you're into worshipping the devil or skinning cats for a living. Or something.
**Sharp Things (out of NY) have a cool little song that they sent me to share with you. And if I didn't think it was worth it, I wouldn't pass it on. Kind of funkish/jazzy/loungy/sexy. Think Marvin Gaye meets...Ben Harper? Eh. You get the idea. Leesten to eet.
Sharp Things - "Cruel Thing"
**PJ Harvey is back, and she's doing it with White Chalk. September 25th is the big day, and you can stream "When Under Ether" here It's the same eerie and haunting sound she's always stuck with, and I have a feeling if you were ever a fan, this is going to suck you right back in.
**Thanks to Love Like Fire for bringing themselves to my attention. They have a new EP they just released called An Ocean in the Air, and well, I like it. Good, strong vocals (from a chick!) and retro-tinged music that somewhat resembles the Sounds, and there's not a damn thing wrong with that in my book, 'cause I lurve them. They've got their EP streaming up on their website (link up above), or there's a couple of downloads you can snag as well.
LoveLikeFire - "From a Tower"
LoveLikeFire - "Unlighted Shadow"
Now back to deleting all the forwards about angels and mullets that my mom likes to send me...

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Paso Robles is getting closer to having fireworks this Fourth of July thanks to the efforts of a group of locals who are raising the money to fund the event.
The Paso Robles City Council on Tuesday decided the community's private Fourth of July fireworks show at Barney Schwartz Park might not fizzle out like last year.
A private three-person committee raised about $61,000 as of Wednesday and continues to seek more money, organizer Sally Reynolds said.
"The show must go on," she said. "We will be campaigning hard in the upcoming days."
City officials estimate the event, which attracts about 15,000 people each year, costs around $78,000 to put on the show, which isn't hosted by the city. The city can't help financially because of shortfalls to its general fund, as was the case in 2009 and 2010.
Tuesday's council approval authorizes the show's organizers to continue the pursuit of funds. It also confirms an understanding that the cost of any city staff time allocated to the event will be reimbursed by the fireworks group, public works director Doug Monn said.
The committee hopes to replace all paid positions from prior years with volunteers this year, Reynolds said.
Those interested in volunteering will receive a T-shirt and lunch for their work.
The group also plans to develop a website for donations and pledges now that the council has given its OK to proceed.
The fireworks event had similar financial troubles in 2009 and 2010, which led to a canceled show in 2010.
In 2009, the community raised enough money at the last minute.
Those looking to donate or volunteer can contact Reynolds at 237-8524 or firstname.lastname@example.com.


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2007 Apr by Veikko Huhtala*
We came by taxi from Ingushetia to Beslan. Beslan came famous some years ago when Chechnyan rebels kidnapped many hundred students in the school. We visited in this school which is now museum. There is hundreds photos on the wall, photos of students who died . We stayed one hotel night in Beslan. In the morning we proceed on to Kabardino-Balkaria and othern western Caucasus states.
2006 Dec by Jorge Sanchez
Please, read first my Dagestan page if you want to follow my journey.FIFTH REPUBLIC, OSSETIYA--------------------------------------Vladikavkaz is a wonderful city traversed by the river Terek. I walked during hours along the main avenues. There were romantic tramways, and the river Terek cross the town. I saw beautiful Orthodox churches and a ravishing mosque besides the hotel Vladikavkazn (see picture).I met Georgians coming from South Ossetia. They informed me that, in spite of the borders locking, they managed to cross to Russia thanks to their �generosity� with the officials at the borderWhile, making friends with the nice Ossetins and drinking raki in a horn with them, I told them that I just came from Ingushetia. They could not believe their ears, and one of them even touched my hand and pinched it to verify that I was real and alive. All were amazed to the limit at learning that I had not been kidnapped in Ingushetia, republic where (so they affirmed) the main industry is to take hostages to ask money to their families or Embassies for their release.After Ossetia I left to Cherkessk.(Please, go to my Karachaevo Cherkessia page in order to follow my journey)


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Our bereavement services team provides grief support to our patients and their families. We have experience working with adults, teens and children to help them through the bereavement process. Because children and teens require different services than adults, we have a specialized staff member dedicated to work with them, both before and after their loved one's death.
After the patient's death, we continue to stay in contact with the family for 13 months. We understand that each person's grief and needs are unique. Bereavement staff and volunteers make periodic phone calls to families to offer emotional support. Mailings throughout the year provide grief information and grief support group offerings. Grief support is also available in the form of home visits and counseling.
We offer adult grief support groups and a "Coping with Grief at the Holidays" program. We also work with the Hospice Coalition of the Greater Twin Cities Area, which offers a monthly Young Widowed Grief Support Group.
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Mr. StokesJanuary 2, 2014 1:14 pm Comments Off on Mr. Stokes
As you are aware, I was facing severe surgery when the work was programmed in to fit & supply window film to our conservatory. I can only say that the team that arrived to fit the window film were very tidy in their approach and made sure that all our belongings were safe & secure before starting. There was no mess and the finished job was superb.
We are now able to sit in our conservatory on the hottest of days and the added privacy is a bonus. It makes the conservatory look ultra modern with its mirror finish.
Finally I would just like to say that I shall be recommending Filmcote to all my friends & family and would just like to say a big thank you to all of them!
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The Blue Dragon - The dragon is considered to be a symbol of supreme power. Although fearsome and frightening, the dragon is also believed to be benevolent, just, and the bringer of wealth and good fortune. The dragon represents spring, wood, and the east, the colour blue, and propriety.
The White Tiger - The white tiger represents autumn, metal, and the west, and is said to be a fierce protector with the power to exorcise evil spirits and grant a good harvest. Representing the colour white, the tiger is believed to be the king of all animals and the lord of the mountains. The tiger is also believed to be the bringer of wealth and symbolic of a good marriage.
The Red Phoenix - The auspicious phoenix represents summer and the south, the colour red, fire and knowledge. Appearing in times of good fortune, the phoenix is symbolic of resurrection and immortality, and is believed to bring happiness to people.
The Black Tortoise - Representing winter, water, and the north, the black tortoise symbolises longevity, wisdom, knowledge, and reproduction. The tortoise is also considered to be the God of water. The ancient Chinese believed there were no male tortoises, and so the females were forced to mate with snakes. As a result, the tortoise is commonly portrayed in an embrace with a snake.
The coin's reverse portrays the four Chinese ancient mythical creatures with the yingyang symbol in the centre of the coin. The design includes the inscription CHINESE ANCIENT MYTHICAL CREATURES. The coin's obverse depicts the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the 2016 year- date, and the monetary denomination.
The coin's high relief reverse and obverse are minted on concave surfaces to ensure the optimum flow of metal is achieved by the strike of the die.
The Perth Mint will release no more than 5,000 of the 2016 Chinese Ancient Mythical Creatures 1oz Silver Proof High Relief Coin.
Each coin is housed in a classic display case within an illustrated shipper and accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.
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text: Servant leadership is a practice and philosophy of leadership. The philosophy is ancient, though Robert Greenleaf made the phrase known in our time. However, passages describing servant leadership are found in documents as old as the Tao Te Ching (China, sixth century BC). According to the Oxford Dictionary, a "servant" is a person who performs duties for others; "leadership" is the action of leading a group of people or an organization, or having the ability to do this. The meanings...Read More


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Disclaimer : Information contained in this post is updated as of 7th July, 2013. Please check with embassy for latest updates.
One of the important step in planning a trip to Turkey on your own is to understand visa requirements. Though the documents required for visa application is comparable to requirements of Schengen Visa, the process is quick if you have all documents ready. They just want to make sure you will not overstay and have sufficient funds to bear your expenses during approved time of stay. The embassy in Mumbai also responded to my queries via email with a very less turnaround time.
There are two options for getting a Tourist Visa for Turkey :
1. On Arrival Visa : Indian passport holders can get On Arrival Visa if they already hold a valid Schengen Visa. As mentioned on Wikipedia, applicable rule for Indian Passport holders is – , "Visa on arrival for maximum stay of one month for holders with valid Schengen or OECD member's visa or residence permit". In addition to that you first need to get e-visa as per latest changes. You can find information on this link : https://www.evisa.gov.tr/en/. This was not applicable for me hence this is not first hand information. Please double-check with embassy before you consider this option.
2. Applying for Visa from India: In case of any doubt its better to get Visa beforehand from India. Following is the list of documents that are to be submitted along with the completely filled application form.
- Visa application form filled with 1 white background photograph
- Two recent passport size photographs not older than 3 months
- Original passport with a minimum validity of 3 months and minimum 2 blank pages
- 2 photocopies of passport
- Confirmed return airlines ticket
- Hotel Reservations
- Trip Itinerary
- 3 months salary slip
- Original Bank Statement (With a minimum balance of Rs. 1 lakh per person) of last 6 months
- Photocopy of Credit Card
- NOC letter from company
- Original Leave Sanction Letter with company seal.
Important :
1. Make sure leave sanction letter is on company letterhead with company seal. Also should contain the signature of authorized person from company.
2. Bank statement should have bank seal in original.
3. Though the process takes 2-3 working days but still apply in advance to have sufficient buffer time. In case you are asked to submit any additional document, you must have sufficient days before your travel date to resend the document.
You can submit your application in person if you are in Mumbai or Delhi, otherwise it is easier to take help from a travel agent who can submit documents on your behalf.
Please see the following documents that I received from Consulate General of Turkey, Mumbai.
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Visa fees
1. Single entry -Rs 3300/-
2. Multi entry – Rs 10900/-
3. Double transits Rs 6600/-
4. Single transit – Rs 3300/-
Visa fees accepted in cash only, Visa processing time – 3 working days
Submission timing's – 9 to 12pm. Collection timing's – 3 to 4pm.
Passport holders applying for visa through travel agents can contact the Turkish Consulate directly regarding any queries about the status of application by sending an email to: firstname.lastname@example.com
Final Note : After reaching Istanbul airport, you can move to counter number 2 at immigration which is for India. Have your visa verified, and you are ready to put first step in Turkey :).


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Elgin Cathedral Graveyard. Tablestone, William McKandrew, 1734 Digital image of C/23408/23
Description Elgin Cathedral Graveyard. Tablestone, William McKandrew, 1734 Digital image of C/23408/23
Collection Betty Willsher
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Scope and Content Table tomb of William MckAndrew, Cathedral Graveyard, North College Street, Elgin, Moray This shows the end of the table tomb, with its heavy fluted baluster supports. Within the recessed panel are a number of death emblems, including a 'deid' (dead) bell, which was rung at funerals, coffin, bones and skull. A ribbon, inscribed 'Memento Mori' (remember you must die) is wrapped around the bones and over the skull to form a grisly 'banner'. Scottish gravestones feature a wealth of imagery and symbolic devices which represent trade emblems, symbols of death and resurrection, and Biblical scenes. They offer a fascinating insight into how our ancestors saw themselves and how they wanted to be remembered, as well as providing a store of information for people interested in family or local history, and folk art. This shows the end of a table tomb which commemorates William MckAndrew, who died in 1734. It is inscribed: 'THIS IS THE BURIAL PLACE OF/WILLIAM MCKANDREW YOUNGER GLOVER/BURGES IN ELGIN WHO DIED THE 9/OF FEBRUARY 1734'. Source: RCAHMS contribution to SCRAN.
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Re: Abernathy cemetery Tn.
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Caroline Schoch 1/25/04
I have info on an Abernathy Cemetary in Boone County Kentucky which according to my notes is located from the junction of Kentucky Hwy 22 and 467 in Dry Ridge, Ky, follow 467about 5-51/2 miles. The cemetary is located near the left side of the road. I know my great-great grandfather Richard L. and his wife Elizabeth (Chrisman) Abernathy are buried there along with several others.


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Friday, February 08, 2013
INTERVIEW: Writer/Director Roman Coppola on Charles Swan and Moonrise Kingdom
The surrealist comedy starring Charlie Sheen, Jason Schwartzman, and Bill Murray is now playing in select theaters as well as through video-on-demand, and its surrealist take on the internal struggles of a man (Sheen) dealing with the aftermath of a bad breakup is very much a personal passion project for the writer/director, who's also up for a Best Original Screenplay Oscar this year for his work co-writing Wes Anderson's Moonrise Kingdom.
I had a chance to chat with Coppola (son of legendary Godfather helmer Francis) last week for the MovieFilm Podcast, and here are some highlights from our conversation, wherein he discusses the genesis of Swan, what it's like working with Wes Anderson, and his thoughts on the Hollywood blockbuster machine and possibly directing an action movie sometime in the future:
First of all I just wanted to say thanks so much for coming on our show. I really appreciate you taking the time to talk to us.
It's my pleasure. Thanks for inviting me and I'm happy to have a chance to talk about the film.
I just watched it last night so it's very fresh in my mind. I was struck by how personal it is. It feels like a small movie and I don't mean that in a pejorative sense. It feels very intimate. I was wondering if you could walk us through the origins. Where did this story come from?
It sort of just grew out of... Well, let me rewind for a second. Basically, after I made CQ I was ready for that next thing to hit me and what it was the story I wanted to tell. I knew I wanted to tell a story, and CQ had a very introspective character who lived inside his head and was not very outgoing. I thought I'm going to do something now that's the total opposite. I'm going to do something with a very outgoing character that's filled with pizazz and someone who's just over the top and sort of wild. Those were just the place I was ready to explore.
Then I fused that I had an experience in my life where I got dumped by a girlfriend and that was a very interesting experience and that suggested a little kernel of the idea and I realized that the state of mind that I was in when I went through this breakup was very fractured and you're recalling that person and you still want them back. Then you realize you hate them and then you talk to your friends about it and they give you advice and then you get tired of hearing the stories and you're in this chaotic state of mind.
I thought wow, that would be an interesting way to have a movie experience that replicated that state of mind that you're in when you go through a breakup. All the people I talked to had so many of the same types of experiences of this love and this hate and confusion and fantasy etc. So, that was the long winded way of telling you how the idea came to me.
Then I took a couple of years to piece it together and I knew that I wanted a movie that was very free to just have any adventure that it saw fit to have and I wanted a movie that I could have a western scene or have Jason wearing a Carmen Miranda outfit or whatever it was. I just wanted it free and wild and took a bunch of time to piece it all together so that the audience would be able to go along for this ride with me.
Was this something you always intended to direct?
So, we're talking 12 years I believe almost from CQ to this; or 11 years.
What was it about this story that made you say, "This is going to be the one. This is my follow up."
It's so mysterious how these things work. You just get something stuck in your head. I guess there was a sense of fun that the movie represented to me and to be shooting out in the wild west situation with cowboys and Indians and to see my actors embodying these roles. You get this daydream fantasy life that's pretty much part of making a movie. I guess part of me was just...to see a 1941 Cadillac Fastback with fried eggs and bacon painted on it, like "Wow, wouldn't it be fun to see that and bring that to life and show people?"
It's very mysterious but there's just something that I connected to and related to and I thought other people might relate to. I really value distinctive movies, movies that feel that they came from a person that was really something that they had conceived and they made and is a reflection of who they are. So this film aspires to be of that type; something that once people see it they say "Wow." It pleases me very much because I showed it to some friends and they said "Wow, this movie is so you."
I feel that's a wonderful compliment. If everyone...more movies of that type, those are the ones that I want to see.
Now, how early in the process did you realize that Charlie Sheen had to be Charles Swan?
It was rather late. I actually wrote the script without writing it...I didn't write it for him. It did occur to me as I was wrapping up the script I happened to be in touch with him because Charlie and I knew each other as kids and as I was just wrapping up the writing we happened to speak. A mutual friend put us on the phone together and Charlie said "Hey, one of these days we have to make a movie."
I realized that thing that had been on my mind could be so suited for him. That became a little bit of a goal and, "Wow, if I could finish this we could show it to Charlie and that could be great." I felt like it gave me a purpose and a sense of there's a real chance that it could happen. Sure enough it did. I didn't write it for him but very happy that he came on to play the role because I'm very proud of his performance.
Given obviously the high profile he's had for various other stuff it feels like a character that is very much tailored to him. So it's interesting to say how he came on fairly late in the game.
Yeah, I think there are a lot of qualities that he shares in his real life with my character. He's the right age. He's a handsome guy. He has tons of charm and wit and his ability and this maybe tendency to use his charm to smooth over certain problems without really addressing them. I think that's something that may be something that comes from his real life. But in many ways, in most ways, the character is quite different from the real Charlie Sheen.
It's true, there's certain kind of ingredients like in my film there's a slightly crazy episode where the guy is really suffering and he's driving around and drinking a beer and doing whatever. You could go that seems like Charlie Sheen but to me it's really just that character who was suffering and just...It just come so natural. It's just a human nature kind of thing.
Now, obviously there's been a lot of buzz because of Moonrise Kingdom and that's a big favorite with our listeners. What my co-host, Brian Hall, actually asked me to pose to you about Moonrise is where did that idea germinate and how is that process like when you collaborate with Wes Anderson?
Well, it's a very distinctive process in that Wes, of course, is the director of the films that we've collaborated on. I worked on Darjeeling Limited and, of course, Moonrise Kingdom. We are two writers in service of Wes as the director. There is always that sense of him being the final authority. If we're making a choice between something even though I think it should be this way then mission accomplished. He's the director and he's kind of defining that.
So, on one hand it's kind of comforting and satisfying when you have someone who you're working with who has that leadership. At the same time working on my own separate work, it can be a little disruptive. You don't know. "Gee, is this right or this wrong?" It causes a lot of extra effort and stuff. But when you do complete the work it's very gratifying because it really comes so much from your own well spring of creativity or whatever.
Do you ever feel like, "I'd prefer to write and directing is just something that I have to do" or is it vice versa? Which is your preferred part of the process, or is there no real distinction between them for you?
Between writing and like directing and stuff or writing with myself versus writing with Wes?
Well, both, I guess, in terms of when you nurse an idea to completion on your own versus when you collaborate.
It's sort of just different things but it shares a lot of similarities. I can't say I have a preference. I mean, of course, working on your own personal work is very gratifying because it's just very much what consumes you. At the same time my work with Wes has been so fun and so...brought me so much new understanding of writing and storytelling so I'm just...I'm just a curious person by nature and just up for anything and everything. I guess I feel a little guilty picking something.
The reality is it's very seldom that I might read a script or read something that I don't originate that gets me that excited because there aren't just that many distinctive...I like things that are playful, that are a little far out, that are imaginative, that don't have a lot of set rules but are kind of willing to get creative. Our movie culture at this moment doesn't particularly celebrate that except for when people just manage to do in their own scrappy way. There's not a...Hollywood films don't tend to go for far out things that haven't been done before. That's just generally how it doesn't work at this moment.
I hear echoes in what you're saying with a lot of the things that I heard your dad say in his commentary tracks for the Godfather movies in terms of the individual voice having to poke through the big Hollywood machine and how difficult that can be sometimes.
Yeah, it's a whole long conversation but right now in the movie business, the Hollywood system is such that there's not a lot of interest in unusual work that hasn't already been tested and proven. It's not really an exploration ground. That's kind of left to others. It's left to the high net worth individuals to do that lifting; which we've seen in recent years all the distinctive movies are paid not by Hollywood but by others.
So, to me it seems like an industry that values creativity and talent and stuff it would seem like it would merit them to if you have a baseball team to have Little League and to support that and maybe buy some jerseys and give them some bats and whatnot that you could kind of nurture some of the up and coming people. But they're pretty much left to fend for themselves. It just seems like it would be beneficial for a business to support that younger generation.
What we tend to see happen a lot is a lot of unique voices gets scooped up into this studio machinery and then a lot of the uniqueness of what they offer gets sort of smooshed down a little bit.
I wouldn't disagree with that.
Well, this is great. Thank you so much. I really appreciate you taking the time to talk to me.
My pleasure. Thanks for spreading the word about my movie and just try to get a little far out and do something with some pizazz. I'm hoping that people will be curious and feel the need to go on a little trip with me and Charlie Sheen.
Many thanks to Roman Coppola for taking the time to chat up his film. For the full interview, be sure to download or stream the next MovieFilm Podcast, due up this Monday morning!
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For over a decade in the early 2000s and what are fondly thought of as "the Glory Days" of snowboarding, Scotty Arnold was one of the main faces on the forefront of the snowboard evolution. Scotty represented fresh talent on the scene hailing from the East Coast, and he became recognized during the golden era of MackDawg Productions and Robot Foods, the Grenade movies and all the way to the current insta-BOOM and digital disaster that's going on today. Throughout those years Scotty was in front of the lens stacking video parts and also being featured on the pages of all the major snowboard publications. He was signing contracts with major sponsors and nearly singlehandedly helped turn the ski company Salomon into a well-known and respected snowboard brand.
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The Berry Crush lipstick is very versatile which I love, as I don't always feel confident wearing it super dark on my lips for work. To wear this more subtly, I just dab onto my lips and smudge with my fingers before patting with a tissue and swiping Hurraw cherry lip balm over the top.
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To wear bold, I don't have a natural lip liner dark enough to match this shade, so I use a small lip brush to first line my lips before filling in. I does look fairly glossy on its own but you could wear a dark red lipgloss on top to give extra shine.
Anyone with naturally darker lips like me will fall in love with this lipstick. I usually find it quite difficult to find lipsticks that are both moisturising and give rich colour – and I even had this problem when I used both high-end and high-street cosmetics brands. I have very dry lips 365 days of the year so this product does a lovely job of keeping them in good condition 🙂
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By the time I started making comic strips on the web in 2002 David Willis was already an old hand at it, having helped initiate the medium with Roomies, followed by It's Walky, Joyce and Walky!, and Shortpacked. He recently started yet another new strip called Dumbing of Age about college students. Said students are the stars of today's guest Unshelved Book Club by David, for which we are eternally grateful.
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Journal of the American College of Cardiology
Observer variability in the quantitation of Doppler color flow jet areas for mitral aortic regurgitation
Author + information
- Received July 6, 1987
- Revision received October 15, 1987
- Accepted October 29, 1987
- Published online March 1, 1988.
Author Information
- Mikel D. Smith, MD, FACC∗,
- Paul A. Grayburn, MD,
- Michael G. Spain, MD,
- Anthony N. DeMaria, MD, FACC,
- OI Ling Kwan, BS and
- Claudine Banks Moffett, RDMS
- ↵∗Address for reprints: Mikel D. Smith, MD, Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, University of Kentucky College of Medicine, 8181 Rose Street, MN-670, Lexington, Kentucky 4036-0084.
Early studies using Doppler color flow imaging have suggested that measurement of the regurgitant jet area provides information regarding the severity of valvular insufficiency. This study was performed to assess the observer variability of mitral and aortic regurgitant jet area measurements using the Doppler color technique.
Color Doppler recordings from 45 patients were reviewed: 23 patients had aortic regurgitation and 22 had mitral regurgitation. To assess interobserver variability, the largest definable mitral regurgitant jets from three cardiac cycles were independently chosen and measured by planimetry by two observers who were unaware of other patient information. Measurements were repeated by both observers at a separate time to obtain intraobserver data. Videotapes from 23 patients with aortic regurgitation were similarly analyzed. Each observer measured the isovolumic aortic jet (before mitral valve opening) and the maximal aortic regurgitant jet (at any time during diastole) using computer-assisted planimetry.
Both intraobserver and interobserver correlations were excellent for mitral regurgitant jet areas (r = 0.97 and r = 0.93, respectively). The intraobserver correlation for isovolumic aortic regurgitant jet was r = 0.73; the interobserver correlation for this measurement was only fair (r = 0.57). For the maximal aortic regurgitant jet area, intraobserver correlation was good (r = 0.86) and interobserver correlation was fair (r = 0.72).
These findings suggest that intraobserver and interobserver reproducibility are acceptable for the measurement of mitral regurgitant jet area. However, the measurement of aortic regurgitant jet areas results in significant observer differences that appear to be related to problems with slow sampling rates for the measurement of isovolumic aortic regurgitation and to difficulties in separating mitral inflow from aortic regurgitation for the maximal Jet.
☆ This study was supported in part by a grant from the Kentucky Heart Association, Louisville, and was presented at the 59th American Heart Association Annual Meeting, November 17, 1986, Dallas, Texas.
- Received July 6, 1987.
- Revision received October 15, 1987.
- Accepted October 29, 1987.


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Money can't buy those Indians, Cape Wind rejected again
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The Aquinnah and Mashpee Wampanoag tribes say the project will interfere with the long-held religious practice of greeting the morning sun, and could harm ancient tribal burial grounds. Horseshoe Shoals, where the project would go, was dry land thousands of years ago.
The battle could end soon because U.S. Interior Secretary Kenneth Salazar has said that if the warring factions can't reach a compromise by Monday, he'll decide the project's fate by April 1.


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Eccles Squad; Danniel (Capt).
Charlie. Finn. Johnnie. Seb. Luke. Alfie. Maxwell. Sohan.
Sunday saw another fine display of junior rugby from three very good sides intent on enjoying the competition. As is the recent habit of the Eccles U8s, we failed to react first to the referrees whistle to start the game against Sedgley and paid the price by conceeding two early tries. With Coach Bates' words stinging their ears, Maxwell led the charge up the middle where the action was before getting tagged. Alfie was on hand to alter the line of attck to pull one back for his team in the corner. Finn continued in his silent-but-deadly art of taking tags so cleanly, only he knows he's taken them! Charlie continued his recent good form along the touch line when the ball reached him, with his turn of speed on one wing and Seb on the other wing, the game plan has to see the ball transfered quicker.
In the second game, Eccles took on Rochdale in a great physical encounter enjoyed by both sides! Rochdale took the lead after some great elusive running when their winger touched down in the corner. Eccles soon realised that missing tags would not help their game! Johnnie soon saw plenty of ball just playing behind Alfie who accompanied Maxwell in the middle of the park, as the pair began a strong looking partnership in the absence of Ollie. Maxwell then showed that he can too can do the sidestep with a lateral jinking run for a deserved score – this despite the referree shouting at him to straighten up! (don't you hate it when kids prove you wrong!)
Daniel added to the score with a Captains try.His work wasn't complete yet though as 'dale came back with strong running and great tag taking, Capt Bates made sure his team kept their shape. Luke contantly looked for the ball in his first game back and Seb nearly ended with a sore throat shouting for the pass as he persistently found space! A turn over following the maximum tag count deep in the Rochdale half, saw the visitors break out and level the scores on the final blow of the whistle. The efforts from both teams was plain to all at the whistle, with both sides enjoying the challenge layed down by each player. Well done to all! Thanks to Scot from Rochdale and Dan from Sedgley.
This weekend sunday 6th Oct ; training. We have to work on ball retention and passing without dropping it! Next game is away to Heaton Moor where we will need to be a bit slicker with ball in hand. As always; new players welcome.


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KSON Going Gold: Rocco Worley
September 12, 2017
Rocco is currently fighting cancer. His mother Julia shares his story:
After about two years of what doctors thought were migraine headaches and unexplainable neck and back pain, Rocco Worley was diagnosed with a rare tumor in his cerebellum. After brain and skull decompression surgery in January 2017, Rocco started chemotherapy and steroid treatments for Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis (LCH). So few people have had LCH in the cerebellum that there isn't a treatment specifically for kids like Rocco, so doctors and have tried several chemotherapies for Leukemia. He has finished one protocol, and he's halfway through the second with very slow results. He has doctors all over the world following his case, and discussing what to do next.
Rocco is now 11 years old. His life was once filled with friends, beaches and skateparks, and constantly on the go. With treatment schedules, appointments, along with emotional and physical struggles, Rocco hasn't been to school since December 2016. Life is so different, he wonders what friends will be in the hospital when he's admitted, rather than what he is going to play at recess with his friends. Rocco has been so brave and strong since diagnosis. On good days, he has found surfing to be the best therapy. Even if his body can only handle 30 minutes, that time doing something he loves helps push him through the next day. He just wants to be a normal kid. His family would do anything for him to be healthy again.


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Ensol in the video on the technology of the hybrid collector production.
Ensol company as a laureate of the Greenevo project – we encourage you to watch a short video on the production of the hybrid collector E-PVT 2,0.
Ensol company as a laureate of the Greenevo project – we encourage you to watch a short video on the production of the hybrid collector E-PVT 2,0.
In the edition no 5,6 of the Aluminium World magazine there is an article dedicated to the high-class elumatec machine for the processing of aluminium profiles and the way our company uses it. We encourage you to read the article.
In December's edition of photovoltaic magazine there is an extensive article about our hybrid collector E-PVT 2.0. We encourage you to read the article.
In October's edition of Sun & Wind Energy magazine there is an article on Intersolar 2013 Exhibition. Among particularly interesting innovative products on fairs there is also mentioned a new product of Ensol company – hybrid collector E-PVT 2,0. We encourage you to read the article.
In the issue no 08/2013 of a German magazine Photovotaik there is an information about the ENSOL's hybrid collector E-PVT 2.0.
Energetyka Solarna Ensol Sp. z o.o. became one of the eight and the only one from Silesia region laureate of this year's edition of GreenEvo contest. The award was given to ENSOL for designing a "hybrid solar collector PVT with high efficiency parameters", which is a combination of a flat solar collector and a photovoltaic module…
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Under the patronage of the Minister of Environment, Minister of Economy, and Minister of Foreign Affairs, green technologies enter the path of a quick develpment. Energetyka Solarna ENSOL Sp. z o.o. from Racibórz is one of the laureates of the GreenEvo contest.
Website instalacje b2b is for a building trade a source of information about the products and companies from the field of, among others, heat installations, water-supply installations, central heating, ventilation or fireplaces. In the tab Wydarzenia -> Gospodarka (Events -> Economy) you can find information about the laureates of this year's, IV GreenEvo Green Technology Accelerator contest, among which you can also find ENSOL Company.
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On page 19 of Puls Biznesu from the day 24-26 May, 2013 you can find an article about Ensol being in the group of laureates of the IV Green Evo Contest – Accelerator of Green Technologies.
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High Line Canal is a 66 mile long canal located in the Denver, Colorado area. The waterway runs from Waterton Canyon to the Rocky Mountain Arsenal through Douglas County, Arapahoe County, and Denver County.
The canal was originally designed to be an irrigation canal in the late 1800's by a businessman named James Duff. Mr. Duff hoped that building the canal would make it possible to turn the eastern part of the city of Denver into valuable farm land. However, the company that constructed the canal had difficulty getting water rights which would allow them to get enough water to use the canal in order to irrigate the land. Because of that, Mr. Duff's vision of farm land located in eastern Colorado never materialized. In 1924, Denver Water took over the project and closed the area. In 1970, Denver Water decided to open the area to the public as a recreation area. Denver Water also closed down some of the parts of the canal due to water conservation issues and inefficiencies of the canal as a source of irrigation. Today, the canal does carry some water to the Denver area, but is known mainly as a recreation area among local residents. Because of this, the High Line Canal area has been designated as a National Landmark Trail.
The area is open all year long and is a popular spot for hiking, mountain biking, jogging, roller blading, and horseback riding. Although horses are welcome on the trail, there are different regulations about riding on High Line Canal; call or check the website online before arriving. There are also some picnic tables located along the trail where travelers can enjoy picnicking. Information on the location of the tables can be found on the trail map. The trail at the High Line Canal is paved in different parts and at other parts, is just hard backed dirt. Because of this, it is possible for those with young children to enjoy walking the trail even when pushing a stroller or baby carriage. Most of the canal has a pathway which is shaded by cottonwood trees; this makes it comfortable to hike in various types of weather.
Many different types of wildlife can also be seen on the trail including fox, coyotes, and different types of birds including herons.
To get to the trail, take Colorado 470 to Colorado 121 south to the Kassler Center. The trail is open for the public from 5 am to 11pm each day. A guide to the area can be seen online at http://www.denverwater.org/docs/assets/30FCFB89-BCDF-1B42-D2F1D3F3353F164F/highline_printable1.pdf. For more information, contact the recreation department of Denver Water at 303-628-6526.


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We tried uploading our own artwork and artist statements in class today and it was so easy! This can be done at school or at home. Follow these EASY steps to learn how!
- If you have a QR code scaner and then follow steps:
If you do not have a QR scanner, follow these steps:
- Take a photo of your artwork using an iPad or camera (using a camera put it on your computer)
- Go to: www.artsonia.com/class
- Enter the class code
- Follow the steps - they are simple and we are learning how to do this in class as well, just read it : )
- Fill out the title and artist statement
- Submit your work and Mrs.Marshall will approve it so that it shows up on the site!


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Home improvement
Old chandelier, awaiting disposal in the garage. Butt-ugly!
Let there be light!
1-Oct-05. First Paul bought the house. Paul saw the chandelier in the dining room, and Paul said, "That is butt-ugly." Then Paul rented out the house. Paul's tenant saw the chandelier in the dining room and said, "That is butt-ugly. I will remove it and replace it with a fan."
Paul saw the fan and said, "Well, it's an improvement." And then Paul went on to paint, and repair, and replace, and undertake all manner of home improvements. And then he moved in.
But those who came saw the house and said, "It is void of decoration, and darkness lies upon the dining area." And Paul said, "Yes, so shall it be for the time being."
And then Paul found La Caja de Pandora and said, "It is a work of art. It is good. I must have it." But darkness still prevailed and it was as if the art were hidden under a bushel.
And Paul saw the darkness and was chagrined. And so the days passed, until Paul looked upon the darkness and said, "I shall drive thee out!" And it was so.
A wise electrician was summoned and bade make wires go where no wires had heretofore gone. And it was done. And lights were installed and connected to switches. And when the night came again, Paul said, "Let there be light!" And there was light. Paul saw the light and said, "It is good."
Yea, I say unto y'all, "It is good."
It could be worse. Couldn't it?
Track lighting under the beam.
La Caja de Pandora, lighted
A new area rug to delineate the dining area
My people now have their own dais to stand on
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One of my colleagues recently said they found it very useful to attend the Dynamiq Consultants U.K. negotiating skills training. They especially appreciated the concept of putting yourself in the shoes of the other party!
When any of us are negotiating we often go in with a pre-set frame of mind when all we tend to think about is "I want this – I want that – I want the next thing", rather than the other way round, by which I mean thinking about what's important to the other side, and why is that important to them?
Conceding reluctantly
They may want things which you can give them quite easily, but you should generally try to make sure that you get something back in return. The way to do this is to avoid making it obvious when what they want is not a problem for you! In this way you might get an ideal outcome from your angle when they might think that you've had to compromise more than in fact is the case.
They may want flexibility of design in the event or process you are offering to them. They might ask you to modify your designs and plans, having no real idea if this will be easy or difficult for you, though it is really important to them.
It may be very important to one of my clients that I be willing to restructure and modify the design of a training programme which I know I can modify pretty easily, in fact. But if I am a shrewd negotiator, I don't give that fact away for nothing. I do a little reluctant conceding In other words, I give the impression that I will be in some difficulties providing what they are asking for, but in reality it's not a problem, or only a little one, for me. They get something they value a lot from me, and my willingness to concede ground may increase their willingness to do so when I am seeking a concession of some kind from them.
Developing Leverage
This is all about developing increased leverage; some things I can give away relatively or very easily that the other side value a lot. In all negotiations, they want lots of things as, of course, I do!
Getting paid more quickly
In the case of one of my current clients, I reckon they could pay me a lot quicker than they do! I could renegotiate my invoicing and payment arrangements with them. I could suggest that, in exchange for a modest discount, they could pay me more quickly or on a monthly or on some other 'preferred supplier' basis reducing my running costs and business overdraft charges. This may be really easy for them and not an important issue, as they are a cash rich organisation to which my fees are a mere drop in their fiscal ocean! I must be aware, however, that they may – in turn – do some reluctant conceding before agreeing to this. They don't want it all to seem too easy, any more than I do!
As in all negotiating situations, you must try not to give the impression that many of the things being asked for or demanded are of little or no importance or difficulty to you. If an issue is very tricky or you think it could consume more time than is needed or available right now, then saying "Can we come back to that later, as it's really important and will need careful consideration?" can be a very useful expression if not overused!
If I am a relatively small enterprise, It may be extremely helpful to me to be paid very regularly, on a retainer or standing order basis for example, but I need not let on to them about that as a 'needy' issue – better to stress that it would simplify the project's cash flow and facilitate future programme planning, resourcing and co-ordination – to the benefit of both sides.
Another term for this is mirroring! Example …. "If you could pay us on a monthly standing order basis, representing 1/12th of our contracted business with you over the year ahead, then we could accommodate your requirement for a high degree of flexibility in our event and programme planning, which is a time and resource intensive issue for us!"
One key skill to be imparted in training people to negotiate successfully is to stress the importance of aiming for a WIN WIN outcome for all, or as perceived by all. Even the most skilled and successful negotiators need to keep remembering to use this skill in all their business negotiations.
Issues of importance to clients…
Some issues are especially important to clients including the flexibility of design, price, quality and standard of delivery. As you can see from our negotiating video and the accompanying articles on this website, good negotiators prepare in advance and give thought to all of the issues that you want to cover and how important those issues are to you. Then you think about your ideal outcome and compare it with the least that you might accept.
In my fee structure I might for example want to charge £12,000 ideally. Then I think about what concessions I might need to be willing to make, so I might be prepared to do the deal at £10,000 but not go lower than that. In this way I develop a realistic set of parameters for the piece of business in hand.
Unless anything radically changed! They might suddenly say they want twenty programmes, so I might modify my target fee structure.
The most important thing is to think about these possibilities in advance, so that you are prepared when they occur. Sometimes you will be working in a negotiating team when this is even more critical.
In our video on negotiation skills I talk about a colleague who worked in the Health Service as a Director of Procurement. He used to go with the Chief Executive of a PCT (a body that funds hospitals) to meet the Chief Executive of a Hospital Trust to negotiate. He told me that the only preparation he did was in the lift on his way to the conference room.
Does that mean that he was a highly skilled negotiator or just a lucky one?
He was unlucky I thought because he'd have been a lot luckier if he'd prepared. It's like the golfer, Arnold Palmer, who famously said "The more I practice the luckier I get!"
In part 2 of our series 'Negotiation Preparation and Success' we look at preparation in more detail, and what makes a negotiator successful. If you would like more help and guidance on negotiation skills, please contact us or call on 0114 2363781.
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Pros / LiveWatch is one of only two companies in our review that doesn't charge early cancellation fees.
Cons / The equipment warranty period lasts only two years.
Verdict / LiveWatch offers an outstanding selection of equipment you can install on your own and a customer-friendly contract with no early-cancellation fees.
Editor's Note: This product has been removed from our side-by-side comparison because it is now Brinks Home Security. You can still read our original review below, but Top Ten Reviews is no longer updating this product's information.
LiveWatch offers an abundance of choices for customizing your home security system. You can select a basic plan, one of the other, more sophisticated plans, or you can create your own unique system to safeguard you, your loved ones and your property.
LiveWatch's contract terms are the most fair in our review, giving you more control over your home security system than other companies we reviewed. The company has average customer support options and a basic equipment package that matches that of the competition.
This national company offers four home monitoring plans and two equipment packages. The Mobile Pro monitoring plan comes with security devices from the Plug & Protect Basic package and is one of the more affordable home security systems we reviewed in terms of its monthly monitoring fees. The starting costs for LiveWatch are comparable to those of other home security systems.
Your LiveWatch contract lasts for one year, shorter than the industry average of three years. After the year is up, the contract automatically renews on a month-to-month basis, which is typical of most home security systems. The contract doesn't include an early cancellation fee, making LiveWatch one of only two home alarm companies in our review without such a policy (and fees), SimpliSafe is the other. If you are dissatisfied, you can return the equipment within a year. No other company in our review offers such a generous equipment return policy.
A key selling point for LiveWatch is its ASAPer service, an alert feature that sends interactive alerts to a list of contacts you create when you set up the system. If an alert is triggered, ASAPer contacts everyone on the list simultaneously. This is substantially better than most home security systems that contact people or agencies one by one until the company finally gets an answer. Once someone answers, LiveWatch works with the individual to determine whether or not to send emergency services to your house.
With LiveWatch, you get cellular-based systems with optional internet connectivity. LiveWatch keeps tabs on your house 24/7. The wireless services are equipped with a two-way voice intercom via the control panel. This device lets you talk with a monitoring station representative through the panel in case, for some reason, you cannot get to a phone. If you trigger a sensor by mistake, you can inform the operator there is no real threat in your home. In an emergency, however, a representative can immediately contact the authorities. In addition, you can get alerts from your system's sensors through the smartphone app or through the control panel.
Self-installation is not everyone's cup of tea. However, LiveWatch pledges that its pre-programmed equipment is ready for you to use and all you need to do is plug it in. Most of LiveWatch's devices are easy to install, which usually involves removing the wax paper from a device's adhesive strip and placing it on the wall.
LiveWatch provides useful and convenient support options. There is a knowledgebase and support via live chat, an online ticket system and phone. You can also get customer support on LiveWatch's Facebook and Twitter accounts based on the public interactions we've seen.
Our experiences contacting LiveWatch were pleasant with helpful and friendly operators who answered our questions. One unique thing about LiveWatch's knowledgebase is that it's searchable: You can find useful resources by typing in a keyword or topic. Considering that all of LiveWatch's home security systems are self-installed, we appreciate its range of comprehensive support options and tutorials that simplify and speed up the installation process. One drawback is that the equipment warranty is only for two years, which is relatively short in the home security industry.
Beyond home security, LiveWatch offers convenient upgrades that allow you to implement home automation. You can upgrade the system to automate your thermostat, lighting and door locks. LiveWatch offers an excellent selection of high-quality video surveillance cameras so you see remote video feeds and know what is happening in or outside your home.
You can pick an indoor fixed, indoor night-vision or a remote-controlled pan-and-tilt camera. For outdoor surveillance, you can use LiveWatch's infrared bullet camera that records in color and switches to black and white at night. This provides a night-vision range of 39 feet. For basic purposes, you might try an image sensor that captures still photos if it detects any movement.
LiveWatch's least-expensive equipment package, Plug&Protect Basic, comes with a control panel, two door and window sensors, six window decals, two yard signs, a key fob and a motion sensor. You do not need to worry about false alarms if a pet crosses the room since the sensor does not detect pets weighing under 40 pounds.
You can augment this basic arrangement by adding more security devices. The Plug&Protect system lets you add as many as 40 security devices. Among other things, you also can install sirens, shock sensors and glass-break sensors to boost your system's effectiveness. You can also get add-on equipment such as sensors for carbon monoxide, natural gas leaks or frozen pipes.
LiveWatch's self-installed security systems may not be for everyone. However, the company delivers an exceptional customer-focused contract, a range of devices and around-the-clock home monitoring, which means you can set up the best home security system for your particular needs. With LiveWatch, you can do a great deal to keep your family, pets, home and possessions as safe as possible.


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Janet West
When Janet West, a second-year student from Morgantown, W.Va., began as a Graphic Design major at RIT, she found criticism of her work, normal for that course of study, so terrifying that she changed her major and graduated in 2009 with a bachelor's degree in Business instead. But after working nearly two years as a 401k compliance specialist for the U.S. Department of Labor, West realized that art is still what she is most passionate about, so she reenrolled at RIT to chase her dream.
"I used to take the criticism of my work personally, but now I use feedback more constructively to improve my skills," she says. "This time around I'm less anxious about 'getting it wrong' and more open to exploring new ideas."
West says her professors challenge her to think more creatively every day. "Their lessons have helped me enhance my design skills and boost my confidence. I apply that now to everything I do," she says.
Her passion for art extends to dancing and acting, and she has performed with the RIT/NTID Dance Company and NTID Performing Arts. This spring she will be a member of the cast of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. West also keeps busy as a member of Ruby's Women Bible Study group at RIT and Hands of Fire, a deaf Christian club.
She also is a Resident Advisor.
"What I like best about RIT and the Rochester community is the deaf-friendly environment," she says. "Communication is easy here — both on and off campus — and that is very important to me."
As one of seven children in a hearing family, West credits her mother with contributing to her success. "I am a twin, and my mother always said I could do everything my sister could. She never let me use my deafness as an excuse for anything," she says.
"Don't give up on your dreams" is what West would say to new students at RIT/NTID, and it's how she chooses to live her life. Her goals are to work as a graphic designer for Forever 21 or another apparel company, and someday open her own T-shirt business.
This story appeared in the Fall/Winter 2012 issue of FOCUS Magazine.