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From jumping into the shower to using voice recognition software, these famous authors (some Booker Prize awardees) have their own idiosyncrasies. But all of them seem to agree on one hurdle: the dread of writer's block.
Most of us are nowhere near those heights, but we do our own form of writing, like blog posts or simple journaling. Even then, sometimes the words just refuse to come. That's when writing prompts can help. Let's look at ten unique websites that give a leg-up to the struggling writer with writing prompts and ideas.
Creative Writing Prompts
We start off with a popular site for writing prompts. The prompts, numbering 346 so far, are on display for you to mouseover and see the writing hints on display. Most of the writing prompts aren't about words or phrases, but they force you to cajole your brain into thinking more imaginatively"¦and then write.
Writing Fix
WritingFix.com is an educator's resource for writing lessons and language skills. Among the resources you will find different kinds of writing prompts. For instance, if you are into journal writing and need a daily prompt to trigger your typing, check the prompt generator here. The random writing prompt comes up with a click and a little note says that there are 566 of those published so far. You can also sign-up for "Daily Writing Prompts" and receive a week's worth of prompts every Sunday.
A prompt each day should help you light the spark of creativity. Plink has a nice interface with a prompt and a text field displayed prominently. You can use the prompt in your own work or just sign-up and answer it on the site itself. Either way, it should help you to think and write. With Plink, you can also add photos, playlists, maps, and more with a few keywords. You can also choose to share your answers on the social networks. You can also contribute your own prompts.
Fifteen Minutes of Fiction
The writer's site allows you to break the stranglehold of dullness with aids like Grab Brag – the randomly generated writing prompt that authors can use to get started on writing an essay, story or poem. Pick the number of words you want and the site generates writing prompts for you using randomly selected words or phrases. The site also has a weekly prompt which gives you a more detailed scenario to work on. You can subscribe to it as a RSS feed.
The Story Starter
How about 1,108,918,470 creative prompts to make you perk up and start to write? That's what Story Starter's idea generator gives you with a click of the button. Plus, there's 729 ideas reserved for kids in their junior section. The site hasn't been updated for some time but the story prompts are still there waiting for you to mine them.
Daydreaming on Paper
The site says that it can inspire you with its random prompts. Try it out with a mouse click. A pop-up opens to display a random prompt which you can build up or click again to get a fresh prompt. Again, the site lies un-updated, but as long as it keeps throwing prompts at you, it is useful.
Sunday Scribblings
There are database generated prompts and then there are the ones personally picked by a passionate blogger. This little effort is the latter. I found this blog accidently, and I must say that I liked it. Why didn't I think of it myself? The idea is very simple – the bloggers (Meg Genge and Laini Taylor) post a writing prompt on Saturday and invite you to post your writing (anything that gets your pen moving). Check out the 256 prompts on view so far.
Toasted Cheese
You can also call it the "toasted calendar". Writing prompts are arranged on a calendar, one for the day. You can change the display of course, but if this suits you, click the arrows to browse through any previous month's prompt ideas.
Seventh Sanctum
I have pointed the link straight to the page which houses all the writing tools you will need in case you get stuck on writer's block. Try out the Quick Story Idea Generator or the Quick Story Theme Generator. There are a few other tools too, like the Writing Challenge Generator which spits out writing prompt ideas according to a few permutations and combinations you can set with the dropdowns. The site also links to other generator sites, some of which are quite cool like The Forge – Fantasy Name Generator.
Storybase [No Longer Available]
A useful site for fiction writers who can't seem to go beyond the turn of the page; the writing prompt website gives you 3,900 narrative situations to pick and combine. You can use the story starters and writing prompts to flesh your stories with characters and conflicts. Select your characters, pick a mindset, and decide on an action.
If you have tried out any of the links before reaching this line, I hope you have hurtled over writer's block. If you haven't, then fret not; there are more resources you can tap into "
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Great list, there's enough ideas there to last a lifetime. If I can make a suggestion myself, I've been using the tool over on https://thestoryshack.com/tools/writing-prompt , which generates a number of elements to use, a word count and has a fun little possible bonus prompt that only shows up sometimes. Maybe it would be a nice addition to this list as well?
I have seen many writers struggling to come up with new words as they often tend to go the easiest way by using all their known words again and again. Therefore I would suggest adding http://www.randomwordgenerator.com to this list.
I see your point Jason but in all honesty I don't think it's as much hard work as you've mentioned. It doesn't take too long to do all of those things and for that price I think I'd want a flying donkey.
Then again I guess that's just my inner geek coming out. I hope the guys do really well in their new web venture, I really do!! :-D


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For over 25 years, Joe has been a member of the faculty and supported students with their goal of degree completion here at MU. He is currently the chairperson of the Department of Academic Advisement and Student Development. While he continues to see students on an individual basis, he has also created and implements institutional retention initiatives to support student transition and persistence. Joe sees his primary roles as that of "student advocate" and "academic coach". Additionally, he is the Veterans point of contact for advisement and registration assistance and provides resources and support to assist Vets in adapting to the personal and academic transition to the University.


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1982 KHS Graduate Roger Kilmer Performed as 'Chief Miami' Mascot
Knightstown is expecting great things from the varsity wrestling team this season. Coach Doug Johnson has a full compliment of wrestlers this year, including Mike Haltom, Darrell McCracken, Greg Back, Craig Waits, Brad Hayes, Ronnie Smith, Brett Ratliff, Darron Dulin, Pat Williams, Chad Henderson, John Jones, Steve Turpin, Brett Muncy, Mark Harmeson and Mike Julian.
Darin Hopping, a senior and linebacker for the Panther football team, was named to the Associated Press Class A All-State football team. He is the son of Rayanna and Edward Hopping of Knightstown.
Volleyball awards were presented last week to Diane Zinkan, who was named the team's most valuable player, while Diane Henry and Rhonda Barton won defensive awards.
Charmi Bonne was named the girls golf low medalist. Brad Ratliff was named tennis team most valuable player, Mark Swincher was the most valuable cross country runner, and Tom Sitler won the medal for most miles run as a cross country team member.
Knightstown's varsity boys basketball team opened its season with a pair of losses to larger schools last week. Mt. Vernon defeated the Panthers 62-59 and 9th-ranked New Castle won 58-39. Against the Marauders, Baron Magee scored 21 points, but Mt. Vernon hit 22-of-25 free throws in the contest.
Magee led the Panthers again in the New Castle game, scoring 17 points. Chris Waits had eight, Pat Spears had four, Larry Edwards, Jeff Brummett, Jeff Griggs and Ron Hammer scored three apiece. New Castle's Steve Alford scored 30 points. The previous night against Winchester, Alford scored 56 points. Knightstown's girls basketball team remained undefeated with a 40-36 win over Mt. Vernon, improving their record to 3-0 for the season.
Susan Foster led Knightstown with 12 points and three assists. Diane Zinkan had nine points and eight rebounds, while Rhonda Barton, Kelly Phelps and Kim Beavers all scored four points.
1981 Knightstown High School graduate Roger Kilmer will be performing as Chief Miami at Miami (Ohio) University. Chief Miami is the mascot for the university. Roger is the son of Rev. and Mrs. Mervin Kilmer of Knightstown.
Art Rose scored 22 points, but Knightstown's varsity basketball team lost to Lapel last week 59-51. Kirk Hochstedler had 11 points, while Bo Roland and Greg Whitfield scored six apiece.
Knightstown's freshman basketball team lost to Tri last week 45-39. Grant Wilfong and Kent Sullivan led the team with 10 and nine points respectively. Mike Neal and Chuck Helms scored 10 points apiece to lead the freshman "B" team to a 35-30 win.
Von Wasson and Ron Hammer led the Knightstown seventh grade basketball team to a 32-30 victory over Tri. Wasson had 12 points and Hammer scored nine. Kevin Hiner, Steve Richardson and Chris Waits were also cited by their coach as having played well in the game.
Knightstown wrestling team this season will include Verl Palmer, Roger Kilmer, Gary Kiser, Mark Smoot, Mark White, Greg Hahn, Mike Robinson, Mike Lewis, Barry Sneed, Dave Garmine, Kirk McCord and Gary Spence. The team is coached by Von Williamson.
Knightstown's junior varsity basketball team lost its season opener to Lapel 41-34. Tim Hamilton, Tom Jordan and Jim Stacey all scored six points apiece for the Panthers.
Doug Johnson, a member of the Indiana University wrestling team, placed fifth in the Wright State Invitational wrestling tournament over the weekend. Johnson is a KHS graduate and the son of Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Johnson.
Brian Hampton had 23 points and 15 rebounds, Bob Galyen scored 17 points and had 11 rebounds, and Rob Winters scored 15 points and nailed 11-of-11 free throws, in leading the Knightstown varsity basketball team to a 77-72, double-overtime victory over Mt. Vernon last weekend.
Knightstown juniors J.B. Vogle and Tony Butcher received all-state honorable mention in football results released last week.
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Lloydminster Comprehensive High School is hosting its 3rd Annual Film Festival at 4 p.m. on June 20, at May Cinema 6. Jessica Dempsey/Meridian Booster
Students at the Lloydminster Comprehensive High School (LCHS) have been gearing up all semester for their third annual film festival.
Students will be showcasing their short films at May Cinema 6, at 4 p.m. June 20.
"Students in our Grade 12, communication media 30 class spend the entire semester writing, producing and editing their final films," explained Alan Griffith, communications media teacher at LCHS.
This year there will be five films on display.
The students learn multiple aspects from making these films, and a big part, Griffith noted, was the preproduction process.
"This is where they learn how to successfully plan out their film. In Grade 10 and 11, students make a five to seven-minute film, but by the time they are in Grade 12, they are making a 20 to 30-minute film, and that's a whole different beast. It takes a lot of time, effort and planning to do it," he said.
Time management was a key part of learning in this course.
"They also get to work with the cameras and do manual camera control, and learn cinematography, special effects, all sorts of fun things," said Griffiths.
The students are able to choose the genres of their films, while most students choose to produce fictional films.
"This year we have a lot of drama in the selections," said Griffiths.
"There is one comedy, and some really interesting things," he said.
Daniel Rugama, a Grade 12 student at LCHS, not only put together his own film, but he acted in many of the other films.
His film, "Forest Subconscious," is dramatic and deals with a person who is in a coma.
"He wakes up in this different world, and the whole point is he has to have an epiphany in order to get out," explained Rugama.
The inspiration behind his film came from a multitude of ideas he had. In the past, he has produced comedies, but Rugama said he wasn't sure he could do a 20-minute film and keep people laughing.
"I was like, let's keep people interested in some beautiful stuff, and something people can connect to, so I switched it up to drama," he said.
The favourite part of the process for Rugama was the friendships he has made throughout.
Jade Shivak, Grade 12 student at LCHS, produced a film called "Encapsulated."
It is a dramatic/mystery, and she explained it's about a girl who unearthed a time capsule, where it brings memories and feelings from her past.
Throughout the process, she said an eye-opener for her was the work that goes into making films.
"You sit down and you watch a movie, you don't really see how much work goes into it. There's hours upon hours of even just getting the actors there, the set designed, getting your props, there are so many little things that go into making a film that you learn in this class," said Shivak.
While this isn't her future career— Shivak said she's going into oceanography—she will be able to use aspects she learned
Griffith said his favourite part of teaching this course was being able to work with the students creatively and seeing what they are able to do.
"When they come out of the course they have something they can be really proud of. A lot of our former students who have been part of this process will come back every year just to come to the film festival," he said.
Admission is free to see the student films and open to all.
After the film festival, the films will also be available on the YouTube channel, Barons Nation Films.


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AMULYA CELEBRATES 10th ANNIVERSARY
Amulya Infotech proudly celebrates the successful completion of first decade in 24/7 Outsourcing IT Services/Solutions on December 10th 2011.
Founders and MDs of Amulya Infotech, Mr.Sathish Saravanan.S & Mrs.Roopa Prabhakar were honored with "Rashtriya Udyog Ratna" award and "Quality Brands Award 2011-2013" by NEHRDO on 27th September 2011 at Mumbai.
They were also awarded with "Indira Gandhi SadBhavna Award and Gold medal for Excellence" by Citizens integration Peace Society - Dr. Bhishma Narain Singh, Dr. GVG Krishnamoorthy, HT Sangliana, Ch Randhir Singh and Harikesh Bahadur on 18th November 2011 at the constitution club of India, Vitthal Bhai Patel house, New Delhi.
Mr.Sathish Saravanan.S & Roopa Prabhakar have also been selected for the prestigious "Global Achievers Award 2011" by Citizens Integration Peace Society, which will be presented on Dec 27 2011 during an International Conference in Dubai. Before that, On Dec 24th, they are receiving the "Indian Achievers Award" honored by IERDA recognizing their individual excellence and contribution to the nation.
To sum it up, Team Amulya has bagged 2 International Awards, 6 National level awards in this year 2011 which also commemorates Our 10th Anniversary.
To make this day even more special we adopted a new logo that heralds a new beginning, with renewed focus. It has been a dream run all throughout and this has been possible one and only because of our team members!
Amulya takes this special occasion to thank each and every Amulyans for their dedication and contributions they have done for us to reach this long. Since Amulya being a 24/7/365 Outsourcing Company, each one of the employees had aspirations towards Amulya in their own ways - Working round the clock, going the extra mile to work in odd timings, in the weekends and even during celebrations. Many of them have sacrificed their personal time and sat back at work to complete a priority task.
Each and every Amulyan share the ownership and are equally passionate about Amulya as much as the management does. We bow down to all of them and sincerely thank them for all their contributions and made Amulya a Success...
INDIRA GANDHI SADBHAVNA AWARD and GOLD MEDAL FOR EXCELLENCE
Mr. Sathish Saravanan.S, Managing Director, and Mrs.Roopa Prabhakar, Joint Managing Director, Amulya were awarded the "Indira Gandhi Sadbhavna Award and Gold medal for Excellence" by The Citizens Integration Peace Society - Dr. Bhishma Narain Singh, Dr. GVG Krishnamoorthy, HT Sangliana, Ch Randhir Singh and Harikesh Bahadur at the constitution club of India, Vitthal Bhai Patel house, New Delhi on 18th November 2011. The Awards were given for their Outstanding individual achievement and Distinguished services to the nation.
RASHTRIYA UDYOG RATNA AWARD and QUALITY BRANDS AWARD (2011 – 2013)
Mr. Sathish Saravanan.S, Managing Director, Amulya was awarded the "Rashtriya Udyog Ratna Award" for Outstanding contribution to the Society and National Life and excellence in our field, and Mrs.Roopa Prabhakar, Joint Managing Director, Amulya received the "Quality Brands Award ( 2011 - 2013)" by National Education and Human Resource Development Organization, at Mumbai on 27th September 2011.
ACT celebrated its sixth anniversary
ACT Infoserve cheerfully celebrated its sixth anniversary on Dec.10th 2007. It was the day purely marked for non-stop fun where ACTians were found enjoying themselves, with the wind in their hair and sand at their feet...
For a change, the bright day was welcomed by ACTians at one of those resorts in Coimbatore called, The Green Valley. The entire place shined along the sun as it seemed like a perfect festive season.
This had been the most remarkable day in ACT history since the event contained the Re-Branding of ACT Infoserve as AMULYA Infotech.
The activities were all well-planned and arranged, bringing the hidden talents and skills of each and everybody to the lime-light. The noon was meant for games like Cricket, Volleyball, Swimming, Dog and the bone, and etc., highlighting the equality among the employers and employees. Resulting, the atmosphere echoed the giggles and laughter which knew no limit.
After refreshing themselves, an official meeting was arranged where everybody assembled maintaining the decorum for, which announced, the re-branding of ACT Infoserve as Amulya Infotech - the important happening of the celebration; and also the New Board Members.
Great announcements were followed by the exciting beginning of the cultural events like: Theme Show: 'Colors and Expressions' where the Amulyans paraded on stage, leaving the audience breathless. This show was followed by Singing, Dancing and Variety entertainment program which had a bunch of participants highly entertaining the crowd with their bewitching performances.
Thus the celebration of the year ended up accomplishing the slogan of Amulya: Eroding the gaps between different teams and different grades of officials, proving 'We grow Together!' and Encouraging overall dedication shown by each and every team members which is like this fun, non-stop!
ACT is now " Amulya"
ACT has re-branded itself as Amulya, Amulya is an ancient Sanskrit word which means precious or priceless. The re-branding is done due to many reasons including new board members, partnership with two other companies and also to differentiate itself from ACT, the CRM product. Aligned with the new name, also comes the new vision statement "Passionate Team. Priceless Service." Amulya will go the extra mile to offer more than what is expected and a mind blowing customer service. This is possible only through our passionate team working through days and nights with the kind of energy which is fully ON all the time, with a heart to serve and a determination to deliver excellent and outstanding service consistently. Amulya is not just a name change, We make the promise to improve, change, transform and reinvent in 2008.
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If you own a big lawn, garden or farmhouse then you require an efficient lawn equipment in your garage, that can mow the grass swiftly. Probably, your eyes looking for a best zero turn mower which works wonder for your cause. What is unique about Zero-turn mowers?
A zero-turn riding lawn mower is a standard riding lawn mower with a zero-degree turn radius, can turn inside in circle of any radius. Also, comes with significant advantages like faster mobility than a conventional riding mower, clear-cut finishing, and well within homeowner budgets.
Yes, they do cost more than a similar zone traditional riding mower with steerable front wheels, but all those superior edges have a total worth of it. Predominantly, such mowers come with a string attached that these machines shouldn't be operated at slopes more than ten degrees.
Everyone who falls for their green landscape or lush garden, it is a blessing to own. Such riding lawn mowers are suitable to use for both commercial landscaping and homeowners purposes. For beginners of zero turn lawn mower, it is recommended to test driving it first. These Zero-turn or Z-turn riding lawn mowers can pivot across 180 degrees without abandoning any uncut grass patches.
Now disclosing you the biggest advantage, they assist in delivering a very close cut around every stumbling block in the work area.In fact, Zero turn mowers are designed to one particular mission that is mowing grass. In fact, Zero turn mowers are designed to one particular mission that is mowing grass.
Furthermore, they mow very fast and reduce your time in trimming around obstacles. It is important to know that they are not made to pull any loads. Selecting the best zero turn mower out of the market is driven by an accurate factor-based analysis.
Which ultimately grant you an opportunity to get the finest grade, durable product. It is evident to get confused while navigating through such a vast sea of the product market.
If you are searching for the best zero turn mower but didn't get any breakthrough so far, this article will help to find your target. Here we made the best possible measure for all vital aspects of a quality zero-turn mower thus delivering the exclusive buyer guide for you. Also, access the most relevant reviews of present best ones.
Why should you use a Zero Turn Lawn Mower?
Before the final consideration of Zero Turn Lawn Mower, you must be aware of those facts and benefits associated with it.
Coming to the point, even the most affordable efficient ZTR cost you more than thousand dollars. But that investment is well worth for the luxury of a lush, resilient lawn and enchanted gardens.
Zero-turn mowers are much faster, safer, easy to handle, highly efficient and save you loads of time by gradually reducing mowing time by greater than 70 percent. These mowing machines are super maneuverable, much comfortable than any other riding mower designs. And they are available in a variety of size and capacity, suit best to your specific requirements.
Zero Turn Riding Mower's biggest expertise lies in precise close cutting irrespective of surfaces, obstacles like bushes, flowerbeds and more alike. Further, you don't need to spend extra hours on whacker to trimming thus delivering a time efficient operation.
Factors to check before your purchase:
Now, it's time we switch to the vital parameters that need to considered carefully while deciding on your product choice. It helps you to determine what is best for your needs and conditions.
When you able to purchase the best available ZTR Mower in the arena that serves the dual purpose of best machinery and value for money.
While evaluating, you must watch for zero-turn mowers that consist of rugged, stable frame and a robust, consistently reliable engine providing greater durability. Frame strength and construction of the deck are two crucial factors to determine the machine's durability.
Also, product specification about the steel frame size and design along with safety guard for the rear mounted engine indicate the machine strength. Perfect maintenance is key to your best zero turn mower experience.
Engine Design and Capacity
There are different quality engines built for homeowner, economy and professional applications; average horsepower ranges from 19-24. The V-twin engine delivers more power than a single-cylinder driving force, comes within 700 cc range. Also, provides less vibration, quieter operation with enhanced comfort.
Most standard transmissions in Z-turn mowers are the hydrostatic Hydro-Gear EZT 2200, 2800 and 3100 types. Best riding lawn mower boasts an excellent track record regarding maneuverability, ease of use and permanence. Each rear wheel with independent transmission imperative for the zero-turning radius.
Type of the Deck
Selection an appropriate deck size and design is entirely depend on practical and personal preferences. There are multiple factors to determine are; the movement space, nature and type of working surface, construction of the deck and internal components.
Average size ranges from 30 inches to 62 inches and more, four-bladed cutting deck proves ideal for cutting tall grass without hiccups.
In most of the Z-mowers, operating function went through twin throttles/lap bars or joysticks instead of a steering wheel controlling the rotational speed and direction of each drive wheel. Some Z-turns also equipped with a steering wheel that controls front steer wheels.
Rider Comfort
The Comfort factor is utmost when it comes to ZTR Mowers. The leg room, adjustable driving seat and Control levers, parking brakes, step bars and hand rails are crucial to your cause.
The properly designed seat provides you necessary back support while in work and control panel positioning should be appropriate within your reach. Vibration-less engine, improved seat suspension, and proper armrests help to make your mowing less tiresome task.
Prices are variable depending upon the model, make and features, high-end features, and durability proportional to the range of mowers. The residential zero turn mowers start from over thousand dollars and go up little more for the commercial models. Paying little more to your purchase and owning a mower with great features is a wise decision.
Large, wider wheels
Zero turn lawn mowers rely much on hand controls for any movement. One should look for a mower with large wide rear wheels that evenly distribute its weight and exert less pressure on lawn surfaces. Low center of gravity provides better traction and stability on uneven riding surfaces.
Height Adjustability of Cutting Deck
A swiftly adjustable cutting height mechanism is an integral part of good zero turn mower. At times, with the help of control levers, you can quickly elevate the deck for shorter durations. Cutting the grass up to a certain height is essential.
Pro-user features
Operating a zero-turn mower is quite different from other conventional lawn mowers/ tractors. The proximity of operator controls and fluid lever movement are keys to fatigue free mowing.
The 'Top-mode' drives max speed for mowing open and even surfaces, while 'Low-mode' gives maneuverability when cutting through narrow spaces. Cruise control mechanism allows you to engage the same rate to mow straight, longer stretches.
Are you not so familiar with zero turn mowers? Read here "How To Operate" a ZTR lawn mower.
Top Best Zero Turn Mower Reviews
Husqvarna 967324101 V-Twin
This Z200 series mower is a perfect combination of cutting edge design, finest performance, and next-gen features. Powered by B&S V-twin endurance engine superbly complimented by premium air filtration; chrome plated valves, super finished bearing surfaces and an oversized cooling fan.
Power flows through Dual hydro gear EZT transmission. 54-inch reinforced stamped cutting deck comes with top and bottom air intake, designed to improve grass lift and providing excellent cut. It also has four anti-scalp rollers and an electric clutch for smooth blade engagement. Thick steel reinforced construction infused extra strength and durability for maintenance free service.
The deck lift system and control panel are conveniently located thus keeping entire operation at ease. For operator safety, it has anti-slip foot space, bumper with integrated led headlights. The feature like, automatic park brake system and rear engine guard reflect growing sense of confidence.
Husqvarna MZ61 Best Zero Turn Mower Under 5000
This mighty mower from Husqvarna elevates performance, productivity and comfort to very next level. With 61 inches fabricated cutting deck and 27Hp B&S endurance V-twin engine, qualified for your complete property maintenance.
The heavy duty steel frame, intuitive operator interface and commercial grade hydraulic system good enough to produce the unique mowing experience. Paddle assisted cutting deck lift and three blade cutting system deliver fine-tuned results.
Its rugged fabricated steel deck has additional mulch and collection capabilities those makes your work much efficient. For operator's joyride, you found a high back seat with armrests and adjustable ergonomic steering levers. MZ61 is a gas-powered zero turn mower.
Poulan Pro P46ZX Best Zero Turn Mower Under 3000
Poulan Pro P46ZX is designed for entry level zero-turn mower segment and also, one of the most affordable riding mowers in the market. But this budget pricing doesn't come at the expense of any significant quality aspect.
If you own a large or medium sized garden with professional service requirements but lacks in finances, then it is your best bet on the board. It boasts of 22 HP Briggs V-twin Pro engine and 46″ stamped reinforced deck with massive ten years warranty. Big 3.5 Gallon fuel tank save you the time off due refueling while electric clutch and hydro gear EZT transmission make lawn maintenance a fun ride.
Pro P46ZX is capable of providing professional cut matching with any of high-league mower in the market. Dual wheel transmission ensures maximum maneuverability that translates into shorter mowing time. Other productive feature includes; foot assisted deck lift, bigger tires(11″front, 18″rear), and six position cutting adjustments.
For operator convenience, it has a digital hour meter, easy to access control panel and comfortable extra high back seat. In total, a finest mix of performance, durability, and comfort.
Troy-Bilt Mustang 54 Zero Turn Mower
The largest riding lawn mower from Troy-Bilt's house designed to mow your lawn in quick and efficient manner. Its powerful 25hHP 724cc twin cylinder engine loaded with dual hydrostatic transmission and an added oil filter aggressively leads the mission. While 54″ triple-blade side discharge deck targetted to cover the vast landscape with ease.
Integrated Electric power take-off(ETO) is perfect for fast and smooth blade engagement. Provided greaseable four castor deck wheels and a rear roller gives surplus efficiency. For rider convenience, it has two-way adjustable lap bars, fuel sight gauge and floating front axle. Dual deck wash assists to achieve a well-curated professionally serviced lawn.
Troy-Bilt's ergonomic design, eight cutting height adjustment, foot assisted deck lift and easily accessible control panel to deliver acute operational excellence. Comfortable high-back seat with dual suspension springs brings you smooth ride around obstacles.
Husqvarna RZ3016 Gas Powered
Best described by its bar-raising compact size, with uncompromised performance and enhanced values. This zero turn mower generate maximum efficiency with its rugged steel tube frame, maintenance less drive system, simple controls, and high-performance cutting deck for hassle free operation.
Vital features of Husqvarna RZ3016 Mower are 30″ stamped 13 gauge cutting deck and 16-1/2 HP Briggs & Stratton Endurance engine. Although it has a single-blade manual engagement system, then dual hydro-gear EZT drive system improvised it amazingly. Here you have a 3-gallon gas tank provided to take care off your refueling task.
Other intuitive additions consist of a 12-volt electric start, 1-1/2″ to 4″ cutting height, foam cushioned lever and vinyl seat with built in slide. The Air Induction mowing technology improves grass lift and delivers an excellent cut to your lawn.
Poulan Pro 967331001 Zero Turn Riding Mower
Another Poulan Pro ZTR Mower made to offer you the best of comfort, durability, and performance. It has some prime benefits such as increased maneuverability and shorter mowing time with excellent results.
With 24 HP Briggs V-twin pro engine, robust 54 inches(3 bladed) stamped reinforced deck and Dual wheel hydro transmission operator zip around obstacles swiftly. Six positions cutting height adjustment, four anti-scalp rollers, and Easy electric clutch blade engagement ensures you to spend less time on mowing.
For Rider's comfort, it has 15 inches high back seat, a digital hour meter, easy-to-operate dual levers with foam padded hand grips. You'll feel confident and comfortable on your lawn cutting job. Other intuitive features are 18 inches rear tires, 3.5-gallon fuel capacity, and up to 2.8 acres per hour cutting rate.
John Derre Z335E
This Z-track riding lawn mower specially designed for residential users searching for an efficient machine with unmatchable maneuverability and trimming capability. The 42 inches Accel Deep Deck combine with 20 HP v-twin John Derre engine resulting in enhanced cut quality and processing at greater speeds.
Accel Deep mower deck is unique with its Accel Deep mower deck is unique with extended near 5 inches depth shell, which maximizes airflow to lift grass up for most possible cut levels. While Dual EZT transmissions and 18 inches drive tires to ensure higher up to 7 MPH mowing speed for better productivity.
Heavy duty formed welded steel frame provide desired reliability and strength. Convenient controls, a foot platform flips up, and 15 inches adjustable seat gives ample comfort to the rider. Further multiple position motion control levers and on the go tracking adjustments allows you to easily operate from the seat.
Swisher ZTR2760BS Response
The ZTR2760BS is an industrial sized beast with sporty looks come from one of the biggest names in zero turn mowers -Swisher. A massive machine with high-powered performance well suitable for professional grade lawn mowing operations.
Powerful 27HP commercial turf B&S Engine and latest rapid response control system offers exceptional maneuverability. Also gives full 360 degrees quick turn capability. Large 60 inches cutting deck with pave super-wide paths and 3 Gator mulching blades optimized for rapid and smooth cutting. Heavy duty frame made up of high grade welded steel.
Despite its massive weight, hydro gear 2800 transmission ensures to put up continuously variable speeds. Other high-end feature includes foot assisted deck lift, 8-gallon fuel capacity, full engine wrap and 8MPH forward and reverse speed. For extended comfort, you got an hour meter, composite fenders with integrated storage, battery compartment, and 12-volt adaptor. This Swisher riding lawn mower is one of the fastest, powerful and top performers in its class.
Ariens ZOOM 50
As the tagline speaks "Don't Just Cut. zOOM", Arien packed comfort, convenience, and capabilities altogether inside its compact frame. zOOM 50 is an excellent residential mower, fully equipped to manicure your small to medium sized lawns without any trouble.
Mower backed by 21 HP Kohler 6000 Series V-twin engine which is capable of delivering powerful cutting performance. For the optimum cut quality, it has 12-gauge 60″ stamped Xlerator mowing deck. On the other hand, foot-operated deck lift gives you the benefit of variable 1.5″ to 4.5″ cutting height adjustments.
This machine facilitates a stable ride and continuous cutting performance, credit goes to the 4-point professional deck hanging system. Other vital features comprise of hydro-gear EZT Transaxles with 1″ axle shaft, 2-gallon fuel capacity and 18″ high back seat.
Husqvarna 967323903
Husqvarna managed to infuse performance and style altogether with the brand new Z200 Series model. Z246 mower powered by B&S 23HP V-Twin 724cc endurance engine featuring a large cooling fan, fine-tuned bearing surfaces, superior air filtration and chrome plated valves.
Here cutting-edge design, proven performance, and latest innovative features join hands to deliver an excellent lawn maintenance service. The 13 gauge, 46 inches reinforced stamped cutting deck fortified by heavy flat-stock steel provided necessary strength and durability. Robust frame and castors reduce chassis flex, and spring assisted deck lift system makes mowing a fun task.
This zero turn mower comes with some innovative features such as tube-style chassis with removable foot pan, ergonomic control panel, and bumper with integrated red headlights. It also has anti-slip foot area, rear engine guard, and automatic park brake system.
Ariens ZTR 60 – Best Riding Lawn Mower For The Money
Ariens Max zOOM offers you a commercial-standard performance by delivering finest cut and maximum productivity. Loaded with 25HP Kohler series pro-V-twin engine, 725 cc Hydro-gear ZT 3100 transaxle transmission proves an ideal option for quality seeking homeowners.
Due to 60 inches, triple blade cutting deck this mower provides incredible cutting time with fewer passes. Additional features include, 10-gauge fabricated with 25 gauge cast iron spindle deck welded steel frame, 6 deck wheels, and nine cutting heights. With its 13 inches front and 20 inches rear wheels this mower sprint at 8 MPH speed.
For Rider safety, there is foot-operated deck lift, fully welded steel frame, and an adjustable sliding high back seat with armrests. The control lap bars bettered with vibration insulators and are fully adjustable. Other feature including 4 points commercial deck hanging system, electric PTO foot, and big 6-gallon fuel capacity.
Swisher ZTR2766BS
Swisher owns 60 plus years expertise in consumer high powered mower, lawn and farm equipment. Here ZTR2766BS mower offers the user a unique ability to turn full 360 degrees quickly. This precisely built machine provides a professionally maintained lawn in less time and affordable budget.
The latest Rapid response control system The most recent rapid response control system got you improvised monitoring and comfort. Here are the key features of Swisher mower; 27HP B&S engine, Hydro-gear 2800 transmission and Ogura clutch, 66 inches 11-gauge fabricated cutting deck fitted with 3 Gator mulching blades.
Also, have a foot assisted deck lift allowing a smooth raising of the mower deck. It has robust commercial-grade heavy-duty welded steel frame, full engine wrap, battery slot, and a digital hour meter. Massive 8-gallon fuel capacity and 8MPH forward/reverse credentials covers almost entire arena. With such productive report card, it is your best riding lawn mower for the money.
Closing Thoughts
Zero turn mowers facilitate a highly productive mechanism for residential and commercial property owners who owns a lawn, garden, farms, and up to an acre or more land. Although, you have other regular, low maintenance, and budget-friendly options like standard rear engine riding lawn mower or tractor.
But when you thought of Mowing time, efficiency, high maneuverability, work quality and ease of use, nothing can match the class of zero turn mowers. Each of these mowers offers you high productivity, incredible performance, along with their specific cutting-edge features.
Here is the factor of investment, Yes they do cost more and require more commitment and additional budget to maintain properly. They mow lawns nearly two times fast as the average standard mower. Do apply these practices before you go for your zero turn mower – Make consultation or take a hands-on experience with one or more mowers, if someone in your social circle owns them.
This helps you to analyze them practically and find what is best for your lawn also, receive authentic user feedbacks. Now, browse the zero turn mower reviews and make a selection from your particular factors. Following these, you got a perfect idea about zero turn mowers and buy the best product out of your investment.


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The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) cooperated with the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) and the World Bank to hold a conference entitled "Vietnam as a New Processing and Manufacturing Center of the World after 2015".
In his opening remarks, Chairman of the Central Committee of the VFF, Mr. Nguyen Thien Nhan, said that Vietnam has recorded many achievements after 30 years of the "doi moi" (renovation) process. In 25 years GDP has increased 30-fold and export value by the same in the 30-year period, resulting in the country reaching middle-income status. A new phase of development is now beginning, with the government discussing plans for the 2016-2020 period and to 2030.
In recent years many international organizations have said that Vietnam could become a processing and manufacturing center of the world after 2015. "We must therefore clarify what Vietnam currently has and whether it can adapt to being a processing and manufacturing center," Mr. Nhan said. "Sixty-three per cent of our export volume is in processing and manufacturing and 56 per cent of foreign investment is in the sector."
He also said that Vietnam still holds advantages in low labor costs but it must be determined how long this advantage will last.
According to World Bank Country Director for Vietnam, Ms. Victoria Kwakwa, Vietnam has the opportunity to become a processing and manufacturing center of the world. In ten years about $90 billion will be invested into the field and the sector now accounts for 80 per cent of total export turnover. However, its ratio of smart phone and electrical component exports is much smaller than in regional countries such as China, Thailand, and Indonesia. Vietnam will continue to have an advantage in growth, she said, thanks to its convenient location and its large, low cost workforce. It is also opening up to trade and integration, and has huge market potential and a growing middle class.
SBV Governor Nguyen Van Binh told the conference that processing and manufacturing is a key sector in economic growth. If the country is to be a new center for the sector in the next 20 years it needs to identify trends, capacity, and resources and propose a comprehensive solution for synchronized economic development.


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"Man of Steel's" Zod is human
Michael Shannon wanted to make 'Man of Steel' villain Zod more human.
The actor - who plays Superman's arch rival in Zack Snyder's reboot of the classic superhero tale - feels his take on the character is more sympathetic than Terence Stamp's incarnation in 1980's 'Superman II' and hopes audiences will agree.
He said: ''As much as I love what Terence Stamp did in that movie, it was kind of opaque. It was impossible to have empathy for him. It was pure malice.
''We wanted to break down that wall a little bit so the audience might think, 'Yeah, I know what he's going through.' ''
Shannon says his character's name - General Zod - is a key to his on-screen alter-ego's personality and he isn't a typical villain.
He added to Empire magazine: ''His name's not Villain Zod or Monster Zod - it's General Zod. In the same way in the States we have General Patraeus. That's what he is. He's the best warrior on Krypton and he takes it seriously. I'm not saying he's a nice guy, but he doesn't exist just to be mean and give Superman a hard time.''
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Curios - those curiosities one use to find on travels and brought back home to remind them of an adventure and far off lands.
Somehow through the years, curios degraded into the world of trinkets and bric-a-brac - generally grouped classified into the dreaded term Knickknacks. There are knickknacks and then there are 'knickknacks'.
I am proud to say I have vintage knickknacks that share my bookshelf - definitely not as much as I used to. Even I like to keep things clean and in their place, but I have my little collections. One of my favorites is my menagerie of animals, mainly dogs, since I just happen upon those more than any other creature. Metal is my favorite medium and all the creatures must have a certain look in their eye. They must speak to me in some way. Looking at them today, they all seemed to be looking in one direction and ready to just hop off the shelf and set off for a group walk.
American decor magazines seem to intend to have everyone's home spic and span and neat as a button - eliminating all excess clutter. Bookshelves, if they are present, have a few books on one side with a big vase or art object next to it. Less is more, so the saying goes.
Sometimes though, it is just downright boring.
I think that is why I love certain British magazines - they can be clean style wise, but still show the homeowner's personality and character through unique furnishings and collections.
Every home needs a few knickknacks!
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At last,
they finished the tightrope
to the moon.
We walked on out our
window, and after some time
our shadows upon the earth were as
long and distant as a comet's tail.
We reached the moon and
strolled down her blue
unpaved boulevards,
and shopped in her
round empty windows,
and slept on her cool stone fields.
From a dewless savanna
we watched the world rise
half dark, turning like a sonnet
between sudden moonlight
and white dawn,
and we wondered what
new was burning.
The sun exploded and
engulfed the Earth.
"Isn't this fun?" you said,
as we rode the last beam
of light out past Mars,
and through the rings of
Saturn, through galaxies
as black and clear as Egyptian glass.
We went all the way around
the edge of the universe,
until we saw the familiar
sight of our own, old
moon, looking dimpled and crestfallen.
"Hold on now," I said,
as we sped past, out into nothing
I have never seen
this landscape
except, of course,
in my mind:
All it is is
a sea of pines,
split sidelong
by a chilly
trout stream
held firmly
by blue sky.
It is beautiful,
and I would like to
paint it,
so I wouldn't have
to work so hard
keeping it alive. The problem is,
I am no good at painting,
and, anyway,
if I were to
paint it, I could never
take it with me to such
wild places, or
look at it in
the dark.
To Autumn
I'm not sure
how alone
I feel
things always
go back
to leaves
this time of year
how they turn
pale before
red or yellow
how they die
first, then
and then there's the people
piling them
up in the yard
burying children
the old
hours to
see every last one
whole families
smiling in front of
the carnage
I will just look
at them
there goes another
if it lands in my driveway
I'll park on it
Chip Corwin teaches English at Heartland Community College in Normal, Illinois.
© Copyright 2009 Chip Corwin


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THE macabre history of elegant clothes to 'dye' for should open our eyes to those who still suffer in the name of chic
WE ALL love a pair of killer heels. But toxic socks, flaming flannelette pyjamas, sand-blasted jeans? These are just some examples of downright dangerous clothing that have led to serious injury and death as the fatal attraction of fashion lays claim to countless victims down a long and gory history.
In her brilliantly illustrated and fascinating book, Fashion Victims: The Dangers Of Dress Past And Present, Alison Matthews David lifts the lid on the clothes that have damaged the health of those who both made and wore them, focusing in particular on the 19th and early 20th centuries in France, the UK and North America, where putting fashion ahead of health led to death, disease and madness. She also brings it right up to date.
"We all wear clothes, not just an elite, so everyone can relate to this. We have all encountered health-related incidents in fashion and hopefully we're all becoming more aware of how things are made," she says.
Emerald green was suddenly all the rage for fashionable women in the 19th century after it became possible to produce a vivid colour that put the previous wishy-washy tones available in the shade. The key ingredient was arsenic, and people couldn't get enough of it. From cloth for dresses and brushed on to trimming for hats, it was everywhere.
"Green wasn't a colour that was easy to dye," says Matthews David, "but arsenic didn't fade and looked bright under lights. It was stunning and became hugely popular in clothes. A ball gown would contain enough arsenic to kill 200 people and a hair wreath 50. The amounts used were lethal. It was used in wallpaper and food colour too and there were reports of people in Glasgow being poisoned by the icing on cakes."
For those making the dresses and accessories, the effects were deadly, with the vulnerable girls developing ulcers and cancers.
In 1861, Matilda Scheurer, a 19-year-old artificial flower maker in London, died of "accidental" poisoning, the result of her job dusting artificial leaves with a green pigment made from arsenic powder. All day Scheurer inhaled the dust and ate off her hands at mealtimes.
More shocking than her death is the idea the deadly effects of fashion were not a secret. Hatters were well known to be mad, from the mercury they used in their trade, and to find one over 50 was rare. Everyone knew crinolines, with their wide, flammable skirts that acted like a flue, were killers – Oscar Wilde's half-sisters died at a ball in 1871 when the dress of one brushed past an open fireplace and the other caught fire trying to save her. Starch used in tulle combined with gas lamps on stage caused what was called a ballerina holocaust in the 19th century, and patent leather and gilding were toxic.
Commenting on Scheurer's death, the satirical magazine Punch said it was "about as accidental as it is when resulting from a railway collision occasioned by arrangements known to be faulty".
"The effects were very widely known," says Matthews David. "People wouldn't dance with a woman in a green ball gown and by the second half of the 1860s 'arsenophobia' had led to the fashion dying out – only to be replaced by magenta and red dyes that were every bit as harmful.
"In the 1860s they were putting new chemical dyes on the market. As well as dresses, brightly coloured striped socks became very popular for men. Many of the dyes being used, bright oranges and reds, reacted with sweat and caused horrible burns – so much so that they couldn't walk. One manufacturer had to recall 6,000 pairs," she says.
And so it went on into the 20th century with hobble skirts, another example of danger in design. When Edith Berg tied her skirt below her knees with a bit of twine so she could fly with her friend and pioneer pilot Wilbur Wright without the garment flying up around her neck, she had no idea she would start a fashion – or inspire the Coca-Cola bottle. Women raced to copy her and appear as if they too had friends with aeroplanes, but ended up falling out of omnibuses and breaking their ankles, or worse.
For Matthews David one of the most harrowing parts of researching the book was reading about children being burned by their nightgowns when flannelette was developed in the 19th century.
"Thick wool was expensive, so flannelette was considered a warm and healthy, cheap substitute, but it was dangerous. So much so that when a special non-flammable coating was invented in the 20th century the adverts loved to say it came recommended by coroners," she says.
In the course of researching and writing her book over the past ten years, Matthews David, who is an associate professor in the School of Fashion at Toronto's Ryerson University, has amassed a collection of alarming artefacts. There's the radium blanket she bought on Etsy and took into her university lab for testing (fortunately its danger had faded over time), the face powder with lead in it, along with the postcards and images illustrating the killer fashions.
"Some things were easier to find than others because they were elite or ubiquitous. Black men's hats survived because they were durable and very fashionable, but I had to hunt for arsenic products, and ask museums if I could see all their green hats and dresses. For the striped men's socks, Manchester Museum of Costume had some and the V&A had 1850s flowers that contained arsenic. Not enough to harm you now, but when they were made they would have been toxic."
But Matthews David is keen to point out that killer fashion is not just a thing of the past, especially for those making the products. Sand-blasting denim to create a distressed look brings us up to date with a legacy of silicosis for garment workers. "They don't have a lot of protection and get sand in their lungs," she says. "It was banned in Turkey in 2009, but still goes on worldwide.
"I want my fashion students to think about what they are incorporating in their clothes when they are designing a collection, and through the book, I want people in general to think about who is making their clothes, and how, to humanise the whole process and connect us to where our clothing is coming from. Awareness has changed the way we dress and I hope writing the book will increase that," she says.
"I'm ambivalent about fashion. I'm always going to appreciate the beauty, but I can't see it without seeing the dangers, the victims. From the slaves picking cotton to those working in the mills. And then there are those who wear it."
So next time you tell someone their outfit is drop dead gorgeous, remember that you might be closer to the truth than you realise.
Twitter: @JanetChristie2
• Alison Matthews David, Fashion Victims: The Dangers Of Dress Past And Present, Bloomsbury, £24.99


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My teenage grandson was over yesterday and I showed him how I rust cloth. He isn't into art, but he does like to see processes. I sprayed cotton muslin with a solution of vinegar and water (50/50). Then I sprayed a bunch o' rusty things and wrapped them up in the cloth. I covered them loosely with plastic and let them sit in the back yard overnight. I really like how it turned out.
Wabi-Sabi. Might be inspiration for a painting!
I'll bring some of this cloth to my upcoming classes at Art and Soul Retreat, Va Beach! Another instructor, Erin Keck made this lovely collage of the classes I'll be teaching!


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FREMONT, CA — PetersenDean has received Golden Gate recognition from Cal/OSHA Consultation Service for its efforts in maintaining and implementing an effective injury and illness prevention program at its Shea Homes job site in Livermore, California. PetersenDean is the largest, full-service, privately held roofing and solar company in the United States and works with some of the nation's largest builders.
The Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH), better known as Cal/OSHA, provides free safety and health assistance to employers, with the goal of preventing occupational injuries and illnesses.
Golden Gate recognition was developed to provide motivation and support to employers who proactively work with their employees and the Cal/OSHA Consultation Service. During the visit to PetersenDean's job site, the managers and employees demonstrated a commitment to continuously improve the effectiveness of its workplace safety and health management system.
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About Cal/OSHA: The Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH), better known as Cal/OSHA, protects workers from health and safety hazards on the job in almost every workplace in California through its research and standards, enforcement, and consultation programs. Cal/OSHA also oversees programs promoting public safety on elevators, amusement rides, and ski lifts. In addition, the division oversees programs promoting the safe use of pressure vessels (e.g., boilers and tanks). Please visit https://www.dir.ca.gov/dosh/ for more details.


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Milos Raonic looks for Wimbledon boost by seaside
Milos Raonic will hope for some valuable grass match touch after taking a wild card as top seed into the men's draw at the ATP-WTA Eastbourne International starting on Monday.sports Updated: Jun 16, 2013 07:30 IST
Milos Raonic will hope for some valuable grass match touch after taking a wild card as top seed into the men's draw at the ATP-WTA Eastbourne International starting on Monday.
The Canadian, ranked 15 in the world, crashed out of the Halle event in Germany in the first round to Gael Monfils after an early disappointment at the French Open.
Raonic and new coach Ivan Ljubicic will be keen for some confidence heading into Wimbledon.
The 22-year-old might take hope from last year's high profile wildcard, Andy Roddick, who won the title after his own last-minute entry on the English south coast.
"It's a positive change to get onto the grass," said Raonic. "I think it'll be good. But I've got a lot of work to do. I've got to get better on that surface. I need to pipe down and put in the work."
Raonic, second seed Gilles Simon of France, number three German Philipp Kohlschreiber and Argentine Juan Monaco, seeded fourth, all get first-round byes, with Raonic due to face the winner from Denis Istomin and Croatian Ivan Dodig.
South African Kevin Anderson is seeded fifth and faces a first-round test with Frenchman Julien Benneteau while sixth seed, Alexandr Dolgopolov of the Ukraine starts against Spain's Fernando Verdasco.
Italians Andreas Seppi, the 2011 champion, and Fabio Fognini complete the men's seeded lineup at the event, their last chance for grass play before next Monday's start at Wimbledon.
On the women's side, Agnieszka Radwanska, the 2008 titleholder, who lost in the first round a year ago, takes the top seeding ahead of former French Open winner Li Na.
German Angelique Kerber is third trailed by 2011 Wimbledon winner Petra Kvitova.
Former number one Caroline Wozniacki will want to find some immediate success after winning just one round at the French Open.
The Dane, who stood atop the WTA rankings for two seasons, lifted the title at Devonshire Park four years ago but was another first-round victim at the 2012 edition.
Wozniacki, seeded fifth, faces Tamira Paszek in the opening round with Austria's Wimbledon quarter-finalist at the last two editions only winning her first match since January this month at the Challenger level on grass.
Russian Maria Kirilenko begins her grass campaign as sixth seed with a meeting against Serb Bojana Jovanovski while former number one Ana Ivanovic of Serbia, a crowd favourite on the blustery south coast, starts against Russian Elena Vesnina.
Marion Bartoli, the 2011 champion, comes in unseeded at this edition but with excitement for the short grass campaign.
"The grass season is so short that it's really hard to play a lot of matches on the surface. So for everyone it's a matter of two, three, maybe the best four matches before going in," said the Frenchwoman.
Former US Open winner Samantha Stosur will play as an unseeded wildcard with her ranking down to 14th after a Paris third round loss. The Australian reached semi-finals in her last two Eastbourne appearances, in 2010 and 2011.
She faces a challenge from the start in a match with eighth seed Nadia Petrova.
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The bizarre attack left Avraham Berkowitz, an American who heads theFederation of Jewish Communities of the Former Soviet Union, sufferingfrom internal bleeding and other injuries.
In an interview earlier this week, Berkowitz, 28, said he isconvinced the Dec. 23 attack by two ``big, beefy guys'' was ordered byleaders of a rival Jewish religious group, but acknowledged he has noproof.
``It is unfortunate that it was not an anti-Semitic attack,'' saidBerkowitz, a member of the Hasidic Chabad Lubavitch movement who movedto Moscow last year with his wife and infant daughter. ``This is unheardof in the Jewish world -- to send non-Jews to beat a Jew. In Russia, ifyou tell three big guys to beat a Jew, they take it as a license to killhim.''
The local prosecutor's office has opened an investigation intocriminal hooliganism, but the police investigator in the case, IlyaAgeyev, said Tuesday ``only God knows'' when the case might beclosed.
Ageyev said he had no suspects, no motive for the attack and a shakygrasp of what actually happened.
Berkowitz said two gentile men dragged him down into the synagogue'sbasement, where they threw him into the mikveh (a Jewish ritual bath site) while he was still wearing his prayer shawl and winter overcoat. The men held him underwater for a time until Berkowitz, a former lifeguard, did the``deadman's float,'' he said.
The attackers and Berkowitz, who speaks Russian poorly, did notcommunicate.
But Berkowitz said he is certain the men were hired by peopleunhappy with his worshipping in the Choral Synagogue.
These organizations compete with Berkowitz's Lubavitch-dominatedFederation and Lubavitch Rabbi Berel Lazar, who, as of last summer, alsoclaims the title of chief rabbi of Russia's estimated 600,000 Jews.
Lazar appears to have the backing of the administration of RussianPresident Vladimir Putin, who joined the rabbi last month for thelighting of a Lubavitch-sponsored Hanukkah menorah.
Long-standing tensions between the ultra-Orthodox Lubavitch and theOrthodox and Reform organizations aligned with Shayevich reached newlevels in recent months as tussles broke out in Jewish communitiesacross Russia for control of local property and power. In Moscow,Russia's lively press chronicles the rival rabbis' feuding withaccusations of Kremlin meddling, hefty bribes and past KGB involvement.
One of the most outspoken critics of the Lubavitcher tactics ofwooing Kremlin support is Choral Synagogue Rabbi Pinchas Goldschmidt.While denying any knowledge of who might have organized the attack inhis synagogue, Goldschmidt said ``the mostly likely'' reason wasdiscontent within the synagogue with Berkowitz and other Lubavitchers.
Goldschmidt said he had no plans to beef up security, which alreadyincludes several uniformed guards and a metal detector designed toprevent a repeat of the bomb and knife attacks of recent years.
``The security is not geared toward internal brawls,'' he said.
``I saw the rabbi,'' said Berkowitz, describing how he was draggedaway. ``I begged him to help me.''
Goldschmidt denied being a witness.
Whatever the truth in the matter, some leaders worry the simmeringfeud and the negative publicity it brings to Russian Jewry will maketheir position all the more precarious in a country known, even today,for deep-seated, sometimes deadly anti-Semitism.
``In a country which is not sympathetic to Jews, we are reallycompromising ourselves,'' said Tankred Golenpolsky, publisher of theRussian-language Evreiskaya Gazeta (Jewish Newspaper). ``I think theseminor, stinky events will continue to happen until there is somedecision among the Jews themselves that this has to stop.''
Golenpolsky said he worries the infighting may cause aidorganizations to rethink their funding policies for Russian Jews, whoare heavily dependent on foreign Jewish organizations.
``The foreigners may start giving money directly to organizationsrather than to umbrella organizations,'' said Golenpolsky. ``This is away out in the meantime. No one wants to take sides because no one knowswho will win.''
Joel Golovensky, director of the American Jewish Joint DistributionCommittee Inc. for Russia, said he hasn't heard of any such changes andhopes they don't occur. The Joint Committee is by far the leading Jewishnongovernment organization working in Russia.
Golovenksy, who sat next to Berkowitz in the synagogue the day ofthe attack and helped him recover afterwards, said he is disturbed bythe infighting and is trying to organize a peacemaking meeting for theend of January.
``This intense conflict in Moscow is criminal. There is so much todo here. There is room for everybody to have success,'' Golovensky said.


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Bode Preto Premieres New Song
Brazilian blackened death metal horde Bode Preto - which translates to "Black Goat" in Portuguese - premieres a new song titled "Wraith/The Stage and the Meadow", taken from the upcoming new album "Mystic Massacre", which will be out in stores on January 2 via Iron Tyrant.
Check out now "Wraith/The Stage and the Meadow" below.
Bode Preto Releasing New Album
Iron Tyrant has set January 7, 2016 as the international release date for Bode Preto's second album, "Mystic Massacre."
Founded in Brazil back in 2009, Bode Preto - which translates to "Black Goat" in Portuguese - released the "Dark Night" EP the following year, and the classic "Inverted Blood" debut album in 2012 (streaming here).
Now arrives Bode Preto's second full-length, fittingly titled "Mystic Massacre," which was completed between Brazil and Hellfire Studios in the UK, where the album has been mixed and mastered. The track listing is as follows:
1. Intro
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MSE Scraps ChallengePosted by cazsmum at 21:46
Here's my 2nd card for the evening. The latest challenge on MSE is to use your old scraps (offcuts) of paper on a card. I've gone one further - the image was also a scrap. After I coloured the image I managed to guillotine through the little chap's head. For whatever reason, I didn't throw him away (pack-rat, moi?), so here he is with an extra bit of DST. ;)
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- flourgirl said...
WOW!! What a fab idea, great design too x
- 21 September 2009 at 22:07
- Rainmac said...
Fab card, I love it, brilliant use of bits and bobs xxx
- 21 September 2009 at 22:54
- Lauren said...
Good idea! I've got some images that I've coloured in but hate the colours but can't seem to throw them away lol!
- 22 September 2009 at 10:07
- Maria (mumhug) said...
Poor little behead chap. The card is lovely you would never ues it was made from scraps. x
- 22 September 2009 at 12:39
- Chocolate Orange said...
Awww, To say he must have a headache... You wouldnt tell. LOL.
What a beautiful card, i love it...
- 23 September 2009 at 09:47
- Dorato said...
I like the colours on this! I dont normally like those sorts of colours but it really works on this piece!
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Wow what a fabulous card love that sweet image and such great colouring.
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In terms of home wiring system, fuses and circuit breakers are safety devices located on your electrical panel to prevent over loading and fires. They stop the electrical current if it exceeds the safe level for some portion of the home electrical system. Overloading means that the appliances and lighting in the home regularly demand more electrical current then the home electrical system can safely deliver. If the demand for electrical current exceeds the safe level a fuse opens once and must be replaced to reconnect the circuit.
A circuit breaker trips its switch to open the circuit and the circuit is reconnected by closing the switch manually. There are at least two different types of circuit breakers. One has a control handle that swings all the way to OFF when it is tripped. The other has an intermediate position close to ON (sometimes it is difficult to see that it has tripped). Both types of circuit breakers must be reset with the hand control after problem has been eliminated. The first type should simply be move back to ON, the second moved first to OFF and then to ON.


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Congratulations to the Class of 2003
June 16, 2003
Lewis & Clark hosted three commencements this spring to celebrate the achievements of its graduates.
Undergraduate College
Commencement: May 11
Degree awarded: B.A.
Number of graduates: 368*
Oregon Governor Ted Kulongoski receives an honorary degree from President Michael Mooney as Henry Drummonds, professor of law, looks on. Kulongoski delivered the undergraduate commencement address to the class of 2003. Photo by Brian Foulkes.
School of Law
Commencement: May 24
Degrees awarded: J.D. and LL.M. in environmental and natural resources law (academic certificates awarded in criminal law and procedure, environmental and natural resources law, federal tax law, general business law, and small and emerging business law)
Number of graduates: 226*
Graduate School of Education
Commencement: June 1
Degrees awarded: M.Ed., M.A.T., M.A. in Counseling Psychology, M.S. in Counseling Psychology, M.S. in School Psychology (licenses awarded in educational administration)
Number of graduates: 240*
* Figure reflects winter, spring, and prospective summer graduates.
Graduates and their families enjoy the festivities of May 11 on the lawn in front of the Frank Manor House. Photo by Brian Foulkes.


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I just had an exam today. The question asked:
Solve the following simutaneous system of congruences:
(i) x^2 is congruent to 3 (mod 5^3)
and x^2 is congruent to 6 (mod 7).
I got that each of them had no solutions. Is that correct?
(ii) y^3 is congruent to 3 (mod 5^3)
and y is congruent to 1 mod 4.
I got that then y is congruent to 87 (mod 5^3)
and y is congruent to 1 mod 4.
But then I got stuck a bit. Now gcd (5^3, 4) = 1. So by applying the Chinese Remainder Theorem I got such a random answer which I just left unmultiplied in the end.
Was ALL this the correct idea/answers I have given. As I would quite like to know if I got it all right as my grade massively depends on this question!
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I get attached to "things". I believe that means I'm materialistic; I don't think so though. The things I get attached to are because I fall in love. Sometimes it's because it is a perfectly Cindy item, sometimes it's because of where it's from (ie my pebbles from the Acropolis in Greece) and sometimes it's because of who gave it to me.
This mirror is one of those items. I've always wanted a standing mirror. For Christmas a few years back, my son gifted me one. It was oak and matched my entertainment center, and so it sat in my apartment in the living room. It was perfect. For two years, I sat in front of this mirror on the floor, doing my hair and make up, listening to the morning news on the tv and preparing for work.
It sits in the master bedroom now and the oak wasn't really working. This is when the angels sing and a ray of ethereal light surrounds the laundry room cupboard over the Rustoleum 2x Spraypaint in Semi Gloss Black.
And then again, here at the mirror. She's a beauty! I could never part with her; she's one of my favourite things. She's been reborn…….. don't we all just wish we could re-invent ourselves in just this way, just a quick spray of paint and out the door we go…… and people would say, Who knew?!


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What's Included
- Canon PowerShot SX170 IS Digital Camera
- Wrist Strap WS-800
- Battery Pack NB-6LH
- Battery Charger CB-2LY
- (USB Cable Not Included)
- Lens Cap
- Canon 1 Year Warranty
The red Canon PowerShot SX170IS Point-and-Shoot Camera is a compact point-and-shoot featuring a 16 megapixel 1/2.3″ CCD sensor and DIGIC 4 image processor to produce high-resolution, well-detailed stills and HD 720p video.
Canon's powerful 16x Optical Zoom and 28mm Wide-Angle lens with Optical Image Stabilizer
Helps reduce camera shake so you achieve brilliant images whether you are up close or far away.
16.0 Megapixel sensor and Canon DIGIC 4 Image Processor deliver enhanced image quality.
Capture impressive 720p HD video in stereo sound
With a dedicated movie button and zoom while shooting.
Smart AUTO
Intelligently selects the proper camera settings based on 32 predefined shooting situations to help ensure the best possible image capture for stills or video.
High Speed AF
Greatly improves focus speed so you can capture every shot with ease.
Intelligent IS
Automatically chooses from six different modes to optimize image stabilization for shake-free images in a wide variety of conditions.
Large 3.0″ LCD offers easy viewing even from a wide angle.
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Allows for a more ergonomic design that makes the camera more comfortable to hold.
|Compact digital still camera
|Type: 16.0 Megapixel, 1/2.3-inch CCD
Total: Approx. 16.6 Megapixels
Effective: Approx. 16.0 Megapixels
|Focal Length
|5.0 (W) - 80.0 (T) mm (35mm film equivalent: 28-448mm)
|Digital Zoom
|Focusing Range
|Normal: 2.0 in. (5cm) - infinity (W), 2.0 ft. (60cm) - infinity (T)
Auto/Manual: 0.4 in. (1cm) - infinity (W), 2.0ft. (60cm) - infinity (T)
Macro AF: 0.4 in. - 1.6 ft. (1-50cm) (W)
|Autofocus System
|TTL Autofocus, Manual Focus
|Not available
|LCD Monitor
|3.0" TFT Color LCD with wide viewing angle
|LCD Pixels
|Approx. 230,000 dots
|LCD Coverage
|Approx. 100%
|Maximum Aperture
|f/3.5 (W), f/5.9 (T)
|Shutter Speed
|1-1/3200 sec.
15-1/3200 sec. (in Tv and M modes)
|ISO Sensitivity
|Auto, ISO 100-1600
|Light Metering Method
|Evaluative, Center-weighted average, Spot
|Exposure Control Method
|Manual Exposure, Program Shift, Safety Shift, AE Lock
|Exposure Compensation
|Still Images: ±2 stops in 1/3-stop increments
Videos: ±2 stops in 1/3-stop increments (not available during shooting)
|White Balance Control
|Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Custom
|Built-in Flash
|Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off
|Flash Range
|1.6 ft. - 9.8 ft. (W), 2.0 - 6.6 ft. (T) (50cm - 3.0m (W), (60cm - 2.0m (T))
|Recycling Time
|15 sec. or less (battery voltage: 3.0 V)
|Flash Exposure
|±2 stops in 1/3-stop increments
|Shooting Modes
|Portrait, Face Self-timer, Low Light, Snow, Fireworks
Fisheye Effect, Miniature Effect, Toy Camera Effect, Monochrome, Super Vivid, Poster Effect
|Photo Effects
|My Colors Off, Vivid, Neutral, Sepia, Black & White, Positive Film, Lighter Skin Tone, Darker Skin Tone, Vivid Blue, Vivid Green, Vivid Red, Custom Color
|Approx. 10-sec. delay/approx. 2-sec. delay/custom
|Continuous Shooting
|1) Normal: Approx. 0.8 shots/sec. (in P mode)
Normal: Approx. 3.2 shots/sec. (in Low Light mode)
2) AF: Approx. 0.5 shots/sec. (in P mode)
3) LV: Approx. 0.6 shots/sec. (in P mode)
|Storage Media
|SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card
|File Format
|Design rule for Camera File system, DPOF (Version 1.1) compliant
|Image Compression
|Superfine / Fine
|JPEG Compression Mode
|Still Image: Exif. 2.3 (JPEG)
Video: MOV (Image: H.264; Audio: Linear PCM (Stereo))
|Recording Pixels (Stills Large)
|16:9 4608x2592
3:2 4608x3072
4:3 4608x3456
1:1 3456x3456
|Recording Pixels (Video)
|HD 1280x720: 25 fps
Miniature Effect HD 1280 x 720: 5 fps / 2.5 fps / 1.25 fps
Miniature Effect 640 x 480: 6 fps / 3 fps / 1.5 fps
640 x 480: 30 fps (29.97)
|Playback Mode Still & Videos
|Auto Rotate (Automatic vertical/horizontal detection), Image Advance (Transition Effects, Scroll Display), Rotate, Favorites, My Category, Smart Shuffle, Group Playback, Slideshow (Repeat, Interval, Effect)
|Playback Modes Stills
|Single, Index (4-130 thumbnails), Magnification (2-10x), Information Display, Red-eye Correction, i-Contrast, Resize, My Colors, Histogram, Overexposure Warning
|Playback Modes Video
|Normal Playback, Skip Backward, Previous Frame, Next Frame, Skip Forward
|Erase Mode
|Select Image, Select Range, Select All Images
|Video Out
|NTSC/PAL (dedicated connector (female) with unified type of digital, audio and video)
|Audio Out
|Stereo (dedicated connector (female) with unified type of digital, audio and video)
|SD memory card slot; direct connection to Canon SELPHY, PIXMA Photo Printers & PictBridge compatible printers
|Power Source
|Battery Pack NB-6LH, AC Adapter Kit ACK-40
|Shooting Capacity
|Approx. 300 shots
Approx. 440 shots in ECO Mode
|Playback Time
|Approx. 7 hours
|Operating Temperature
|32-104degF (0-40degC)
|Dimensions (WxHxD)
|4.25 x 2.80 x 1.73" (108.0 x 71.0 x 43.9mm)
|8.85 oz (251g)
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Pictures of different transmission parts are available on the CarParts website. CarParts is an automotive part retailer that specializes in wholesale and individual distribution. The website also showcases all types of power train components and diagrams of how they work.
CarParts is one of the largest automotive distributors in the country. The on-site search engine allows users to chose the make, model, year and engine of the vehicle being worked on. This helps find the correct parts required to help repair and replace any damaged components found on the vehicle.
The CarParts website also hosts a sub-section called Classroom on the Web, which describes in detail how many of the power train components work. The page displays how a transmission transfers power to each wheel. It also lists each components such as the planetary gear sets, torque converter, governor, throttle cable and more, along with an explanation of their particular functions.
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I believe I was meant to be a hippie. Its not that I hate the generation I live in now. I pretty much like it. I just think I would have been a good hippie, since hippies were so different than the average person at the time. I like being different, so I would have fit right in with them.
I can't even tell you how many people call me weird, or a nerd, or a loser daily. Usually, I just think it's funny. It doesn't bother me. I take it as a compliment, agree with them, and go on with my day. Being different is for real one of the most important things you can do. It sets you apart from every one else and people wont ever forget you if you stick out in their mind. I don't really see the point in just being like everybody else. I can tell you right now I am way different than any of my friends, but I like it that way. Think about what you think when you hear the word hippie. Most people think of weird clothes, free love, and lots of drugs. Even if this isn't the best way to live, it was for sure way different. Just look at what they are now. The hippies have a movement, a generation, and a way of life all their own. I'm sure some people didn't like them, and just though they were stupid people looking for a reason to use drugs.
You know what else I like about the hippies? I like that they actually had a goal. Being different is always cool, but being different so you can get what you want blows my mind. That's why I wish I would have lived in the generation with the hippies. They were peaceful, different, didn't care what people thought about them, and were fighting for a cause in a peaceful way. I mean, anybody who can go to a festival for 3 days with an insane amount of people, and not get in any fights is for sure admirable in my book.
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Olivia Wilde shows off her fit body while heading to a spin cycle class on Friday (May 3) in New York City.
"Emma Stone and I need you to come hang out with us tomorrow: Saturday. In NYC. Don't stand us up!" the 29-year-old actress tweeted later in the day about the EIF Revlon Run Walk For Women.
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(Stormspell 2014)
As a student living in Boston in the late 1980s and early 1990s, I viewed Wargasm as my personal musical heroes. They were the loudest, fastest, heaviest, meanest, hairiest, ugliest band in the world, and they were right in Boston's backyard. They were the most kick-ass local band ever. While my thrasher friends in other parts of the country debated whether the Bay Area scene was better than the New York scene, or whether German thrash was better than U.S. thrash, I just smiled. We had the most killer thrash band in the world right here in Boston. So what if no one else ever knew it? One of the saddest weekends of my youth came in February 1995, when I attended Wargasm's last two shows at The Rathskeller in Kenmore Square. They were amazing, but then it was all over. There've been a couple of reunion gigs since then, of course, but nothing permanent. Adulthood, jobs, families, lives, careers … all that stuff has intruded, and deprived us of our beloved 'Gazum. Fast forward to today. Sadly, those seminal early Wargasm albums, especially 1988's 'Why Play Around?' and 1993's 'Ugly' are hard to come by. (WPA? was semi-officially repressed on CD a few months ago in a band-approved release that looks and sounds killer, so keep your eyes peeled if you don't have it.) Consequently, a whole generation of thrashers has grown up tragically ignorant of the glorious noise created by the Spillberg brothers and Bob Mayo in their heyday. So along comes Stormspell Records to fill the breach with a killer compilation of the band's demos from 1986, 1990 and 1991. These aren't dodgy tin-can sounding demos either. Wargasm recorded these demos in proper studios with engineers who knew what they were doing. They didn't play around. The resulting demo recordings are easily of album quality. The point is that 'Satan Stole My Lunch Money' isn't one of those demo anthologies that requires the patience of Job to endure because of the inferior sonics, degraded tapes, etc. The recordings sound massive, raw, powerful and clear. What we have here are 4 songs that later saw the light of the day on the legendary 'Why Play Around?' album, and another 7 that surfaced on 'Ugly' a few years later. All are pure, unadulterated Wargasm thrash at their best. Marvel at guitarist Rich Spillberg's one-man-army rifftastic performance. Bow down before Bob Mayo's powerful, distinctive and clear vocals that captured the whole range of human emotion. Shred your neck at drummer Barry Spillberg's savage kitwork. Then pull out the booklet and peruse Mayo's thoughtful, informative liner notes. You'll learn a thing or two about the struggles of one of the great unheralded heavy metal bands of all time. And maybe, just maybe, you'll come to appreciate the unbridled force that was Wargasm.
~ Review by Kit Ekman~