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On Saturday I helped Roy and Ken run the Angling Trust Masters match. With calm conditions, sunshine and 102 anglers on the fishery it was never going to be easy and that's how it turned out. As Roy said at the results, it was a fishing match rather than a catching match.
It was great to see some old faces from down south, the Masters is like a who's who of the match fishing world, lots of great anglers and I'm really sorry that it was such a struggle for so many people. Wandering around the lakes, you could see where the weights were likely to come from, Uglies was chocolate brown whereas the small lakes (4, 5, 6 and 7) were very clear considering that we are supposed to be at the height of summer.
Anyways, the top two individuals were separated by just a pound, with Warren Martin having 216 lb against the 215 lb from Jase Brown fishing next to him. Top 3 weights all came from Uglies, no surprise there. The team result was equally close with Pino's Pals beating Frenzee Match Catch by a couple of pounds after they had tied on points.
The anglers and the manufacturers supporting some of the teams did an awesome job at supplying prizes for the biggest raffle you'll ever see, there must have been 100 prizes, so well done and thanks !!
Sunday the "away team" were on Geary's Big Lake at Packington. Conditions were the same as yesterday, flat calm and sunny, not great weather for bream fishing. We had a couple of people on holiday, so only 11 anglers but I still couldn't draw one of the flyers and pulled out Peg 11 (last time I was on Peg 9, I'm working my way towards the good end). There were plenty of carp cruising around in the middle of the lake but we fish pole only on this venue, so it was a case of trying to catch a few proper skimmers whilst hoping that the odd carp would wander into the edge later in the match.
I started in front of me at about 10 metres but after 3 or 4 put-ins hadn't had a sign. Switched to the right hand margin under an overhanging tree. The right hand side was about 6″ deeper than the left and I stayed there for the rest of the day, switching between 10ft from the bank and tight in the edge. Caught a few skimmers but you couldn't get them to settle, you'd get a decent skimmer then next cast a 4″ blob of slime…I really don't like little tiny skimmers!. The same thing would happen if and when a carp appeared, you'd get a carp, then next cast a 4″ skimmer, a sure sign that the carp hadn't moved into the swim in any numbers. I caught a few fish on 8mm JPz and a few on bunches of dead reds, all the time cupping in slop containing an assortment of loose offerings. Finished with an estimated 67 lb . Barry Rowlands had weighed in 67 lb 8 oz from feature peg 16 and I just scraped past him with 72 lbs. I'd have been happy to see Barry win this one, he's always willing to help with weighing in, work parties etc but isn't too successful on the matches. Anyways, he finished second and his wife Toni finished 4th, so a good result for them.
I'll probably fish the evening match on Wednesday, it might be the last one of the year…where has the summer gone?. Then it's the fifth round of Kev Sim's summer league on pool 1 on Saturday and a members match on Sunday.


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United announced yesterday that they are beginning to offer access to streaming content like movies and television shows you can watch on your own electronic devices, such as an iPad or laptop computer. Presumably this is linked to the roll-out of their new satellite-based in-flight Internet service, though they aren't equivalent.
GoGo (a ground-based service that works with several competitors, as well as United's p.s. routes) already provides the option to stream some content rather than pay for generic Internet access, and the same will be true with United's service. Streaming video over the Internet uses a lot of bandwidth. I assume the content is stored on the aircraft itself rather than being transmitted from land or space and only uses the local WiFi network on the plane for distribution.
Discussion in a related thread on FlyerTalk already includes a lot of criticism of this service, some of it complaining that because United doesn't provide in-seat power on many of its flights, customers run the risk of draining their devices' batteries. I wouldn't be too harsh. Watching a movie for half the flight seems better than no movie at all, or being forced to watch one of those large projection screens that United still uses in its economy class on some aircraft.
Do you want my version of hell? I was stuck in economy class on a 747 from Tokyo to San Francisco once, in a middle seat next to another passenger who would not shut up about how awesome Delta is. I would have paid to stream a movie to my iPad during a trip like this.
United reports that it will be adding the service to A319, A320, Boeing 747-400, and select Boeing 777-200 aircraft — that is, those planes with the most out-dated entertainment systems (or none at all). This isn't so much an issue on short flights like SEA-SFO, but I've also seen A319s used for SEA-EWR. Not fun, even in first class. Many of the Boeing 737, 787, and 777 aircraft already have seat-back televisions with either live or recorded content.
But United really needs to work toward a more cohesive entertainment strategy. I can usually rely on having GoGo on flights with American, Alaska, or Delta. I can't really rely on GoGo working well, but at least it's there. United has a mishmash of entertainment options include seat-back television, ground-based Internet, satellite-based Internet, overhead television, and nothing at all. Back when I still flew United, I never knew what to expect and resigned myself to reading or working on stuff that didn't require an Internet connection.
(Yes, you can check what amenities will be on your flight on United.com or by using the United app 48 hours before departure, but that's not the same as having consistent service every time I fly a preferred carrier.)
Assuming United can roll out this new service to the majority of its fleet — remember, it shouldn't require a satellite or ground connection to work if the media is stored on-board — that will be an improvement. I rarely watch live television and would prefer the chance to rent a movie other than the three or four on DirecTV.
When I first saw the email from United Airlines promoting "personal device entertainment" coming soon on select flights, I thought they were talking about something similar to the digEplayers on Alaska Airlines. Alaska is known for friendly service, but it's a pretty no-frills airline even in first class. The digEplayers are an efficient means to provide entertainment without massive investments that require installing any hardware. Low-tech, maybe, but something United could consider if it wants to speed things along.

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Willow Smith tells Teen Vogue: "I Don't Have a Crush on Justin Bieber!"
She may be only 10 years old, but check Willow Smith working the camera in the March 2011 issue of Teen Vogue like a pro! The pint-sized pop star not only gives great poses, but she gives a great interview, too. When asked about future tour mate Justin Bieber, Willow confesses, "Justin's like my big brother. I don't have a crush on him." That makes one of us!
What else did Willow have to say?
Here are more potable quotables from Willow's Teen Vogue interview, plus check out a behind-the-scenes video below!
On the meaning behind her smash hit, "Whip My Hair": "Whipping your hair means not being afraid to be yourself," Willow explains. "If people don't like you, then bunck them, you know?"
On her wacky fashion sense: "I wear anything I feel like. If I want to put on a pair of Converse with a pencil stuck through them, I will."
On her famous family: "They aren't strict. They won't be like, 'Willow, clean up your room!' They'll be like, 'Willow, will you please clean up your room?' And I'll be like, 'OK,' and do it."
On whether or not she'll be the next Lady Gaga: "Oh yes."
Do you think Willow's the next Lady Gaga? Tell us in the comments!


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Spartans to Host 5th Annual Men's Golf Invitational
Sep 17, 2013
DUBUQUE, Iowa - The University of Dubuque will be hosting their 5th Annual Men's Golf Invitational on Sept. 21-22 at Dubuque Golf and Country Club in Dubuque. Founded in 1898, the Dubuque Golf and Country Club is one of a very select few private country clubs west of the Mississippi that are over 110 years old.
The University of Dubuque will be hosting the following schools in the 2013 invite: Augustana, Central College, Clarke University, Carroll University, Coe College, Fontbonne University, Judson College, Kirkwood Community College, Loras College, Simpson College, Waldorf College, and Finlandia University.
Saturday's tee times begin at 9 a.m. and will continue every nine minutes until the last individual scheduled for 1:39 p.m. Sunday's round will begin with all individuals followed by the highest team total from day 1, with the first day leaders teeing off in the final groupings.
Dubuque Golf & Country Club
1800 Randall Place
Dubuque IA 52003
Clubhouse: (563) 583-9158
Golf Shop: (563) 583-9150
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It was just like any other afternoon at the Cricket store on Westheimer near Dairy Ashford. The front doors were open, and employees were helping customers who came in.
"I was walking and talking on the phone. I didn't think anything was going to happen," assistant store manager Joe Gonzalez said.
But on January 23, it did. A customer arrived in a hoodie and demanded money.
"He was just saying, 'I have the gun,'" store manager Bilal Khan said.
But as they handed the thief cash, they backed him against the wall.
"We just grab him from his neck and we were just fighting each other," Khan said.
That's when Gonzalez came in.
"I hear a big commotion," he said.
He checked the safe room and grabbed a chair.
"I was going so fast when I hit, I kept going into the wall," Gonzalez said.
The tangle continued, and the counter came crashing down. A hoodie no longer hid the suspect's face.
You see, this wasn't the first time this store was robbed in the last couple of months. In fact, the front windows are still nicked with bullet holes. Employees remembered December 7. Then, the thief had a very visible gun.
Houston police say there have been a number of cases of cell phone store robberies getting attention in the media in recent weeks. With many stores well equipped with cameras, the crimes are often captured on surveillance video.
But police say they need your help because they don't always end with the theatrics of this one. The thief's escape attempt was futile.
"I thought, let me close the door so he can't get out," Gonzalez said.
While the store was a mess and an employee's hand got cut, they held onto him until police got their hands on him.
"When I go to think back, I wouldn't want to be put in that situation again," Gonzalez said.
Police say they have a suspect in his 20's in custody in connection with that case. They are looking into whether he has ties to any other cell phone store robberies.
Employees received $100 from their boss for their bravery.
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It is my pleasure to share a review of Kimberly Reid's new book "Perfect Liars," published by Tu Books and Lew & Low, for this year's Multicultural Children's Book Day 2017. This Young Adult Mystery heist features Andrea "Drea" Faraday as the protagonist. She is a beautiful mixed race junior who attends the exclusive Woodruff High School in Atlanta, Georgia. Drea is blind to her shortcomings and family history until she has to face them head-on when she befriends three "juvies" at the Justice Academy; Xavier, Jason and Gigi. As the story unfolds, Drea and her older brother, Damon, realize that physical appearances are superficial because "no matter who you were, how rich or smart or perfect…there are lessons to be learned from everyone" (page 273).
Why would I recommend this book? I appreciate how the author challenges us to look beyond appearances, especially with those children involved in the juvenile and foster care system. I wish this book was around to read when I started my professional career with at-risk youth. If I had an opportunity today to use this book, I would assign "Perfect Liars" as required reading for anyone doing volunteer work with an at-risk student population.
It was clear to Drea and her friends that the mystery of the heist couldn't be solved without an element of trust between them. The way trust was built between them was sharing secrets that they held about themselves. The secrets dispelled assumptions or revealed common elements in their backgrounds. The one question that I would ask the volunteers and their clients to reflect on and answer honestly without judgement would be, "what is one secret that you wish to share about yourself?
The only way to get past initial judgements is to spend time talking and listening to each other. First impressions can be changed. The change in perception and attitude is a two-way conversation. Because Drea was an honor student, she tutored students that were placed in the day school program for juvenile delinquents. Even though Drea was the one going in to help them pass their classes, I believe the students also learned from her personal experiences too. In addition, Drea learned much from them.
I'm hoping we get to read more about Drea Faraday and the mysteries that she will solve with the help of her brother, Damon, and her new "juvie" friends. I believe they will help us appreciate the similarities that bind us together instead of the differences that could separate us.
Please read further about Multicultural Children's Book Day 2017
Multicultural Children's Book Day 2017 (1/27/17) is its fourth year and was founded by Valarie Budayr from Jump Into A Book and Mia Wenjen from PragmaticMom. Our mission is to raise awareness on the ongoing need to include kid's books that celebrate diversity in home and school bookshelves while also working diligently to get more of these types of books into the hands of young readers, parents and educators.
Despite census data that shows 37% of the US population consists of people of color, only 10% of children's books published have diversity content. Using the Multicultural Children's Book Day holiday, the MCBD Team are on a mission to change all of that.
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Report NEP-OPM-2010-05-29This is the archive for NEP-OPM, a report on new working papers in the area of Open Economy Macroeconomics. Martin Berka issued this report. It is usually issued weekly.
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- Gomes, Sandra & Jacquinot, Pascal & Pisani, Massimiliano, 2010. "The EAGLE. A model for policy analysis of macroeconomic interdependence in the euro area," Working Paper Series 1195, European Central Bank.
- Alexander Mihailov & Fabio Rumler & Johann Scharler, 2010. "Inflation Dynamics in the New EU Member States: How Relevant Are External Factors?," Economics & Management Discussion Papers em-dp2010-04, Henley Business School, Reading University.
- International Monetary Fund, 2010. "Fiscal Policy and the Current Account," IMF Working Papers 10/121, International Monetary Fund.
- Chakraborty, Debashis & Mukherjee, Jaydeep & Sinha, Tanaya, 2010. "The Structural Relationship between Current and Capital Account Balance in India: A Time Series Analysis," MPRA Paper 22806, University Library of Munich, Germany.
- Kareem Ismail, 2010. "The Structural Manifestation of the 'Dutch Disease'; The Case of Oil Exporting Countries," IMF Working Papers 10/103, International Monetary Fund.
- Xing, Yuqing, 2010. "The Yuan's Exchange Rates and Pass-through Effects on the Prices of Japanese and US Imports," ADBI Working Papers 216, Asian Development Bank Institute.
- Miankhel, Adil Khan & Kalirajan, Kaliappa & Thangavelu, Shandre, 2010. "Integration, decoupling and the global financial crisis: A global perspective," MPRA Paper 22837, University Library of Munich, Germany.
- Ashoka Mody & Alina Carare, 2010. "Spillovers of Domestic Shocks; Will They Counteract the "Great Moderation"?," IMF Working Papers 10/78, International Monetary Fund.
- Rachel Male, 2010. "Developing Country Business Cycles: Revisiting the Stylised Facts," Working Papers 664, Queen Mary University of London, School of Economics and Finance.


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Regardless of genre, plot, or how much we love making things up, writers learn early on that our stories demand to be researched. A reader wants to be entertained by a story that feels real. We want to write a story real enough that the reader can suspend disbelief and be entertained.
To do that, we often start with research.
For the majority of writers, the first place we turn for research is the Internet. Unless of course there is first hand knowledge, say a sibling with the same agoraphobia as our protagonist (I swear this is not about you, Sis) or a science professor who taught a student how best to make crystal meth. But is every subject searchable on the Internet without running a foul of the law? Could we search how to make a lethal nerve agent that an assassin in our next thriller might use to murder the half-brother of the dictator who hired him? Could we research clown pornography to accurately depict an obsessive demon of a wayward priest?
In the United States, almost anything is fair game to search on the Internet. The First Amendment of the Constitution provides citizens with freedom of speech, allowing us to research any darn thing that makes us happy. From apples to politics, porn to zumba, we have the freedom to search the Internet for most any information without it being a crime.
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There are plenty of laws that govern online activities and behaviors. For example, researching information about child porn falls under free speech, but viewing it is illegal. Or streaming films and downloading music, the action may be legal or illegal depending on where the content is downloaded from, i.e. authorized licensee vs. unauthorized counterfeiter.
Plus, these days, our search history says a lot about who we are and what we do in private. Even if the action of searching is not considered illegal, the browser search could be used as evidence. Something to keep in mind should you need to place your protagonist in hot water. For example, if your character searched "lethal karate blows to the back of the neck" and the wife ends up dying by a similar fashion, the browser search may become evidence in his murder trial. The one stumbling block with using this type of evidence is proving the one who committed the murder is the one who searched for the info in question.
Information from a suspect's computer can be collected via a warrant should police have probable cause to believe the browser history contains evidence of a crime (like attempted murder, or domestic violence). A prosecutor might subpoena information about a suspect's search history directly from the search companies and websites accessed by the suspect. Or the police might spy in real-time by using malware as a digital wiretap. In view of the recent CIA cache exposed by WikiLeaks, the last option is not that farfetched.
As our online life becomes more and more public and traceable, the more we open ourselves to the use of that private information in public. Just another reminder how little privacy exist online these days. And while at first glance, invading browser search privacy might make sense when used against pedophiles, serial rapists, murders, and terrorists, it does set a precedence for using such information with less egregious crimes.
All of which is helpful when looking for crafty ways to throw twist into our characters lives. So, research without guilt if you are searching for informational purposes. But if you are doing so because you are engaged in illegal activity, expect the FBI to eventually come knocking at the door.
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Here's something different from me. I saw this at Shelby Marie's blog. I had so much fun reading it, so I decided to do the same thing. So here I go...
- Would you rather lose all of your mascaras, eye-liners, lipsticks, and lip glosses or lose all of your palettes and eye-shadows? ~ I would rather lose my eye-shadows as I don't use them at all; maybe once or twice a year. And I use lip products on daily basis; eye-liner every now and then.
- Would you rather chop off all your hair or never be able to cut it again? ~ Definitely to never be able to cut it again. I would like to try short haircut, but long hair is my style.
- Would you rather have a coral cheek or a pink cheek? ~ Coral. I think it would go better with my skin tone.
- If you had $1000 to spend, would you rather buy clothes or make-up? ~ Although make-up is my big love, clothes are a bit higher on my list. So, definitely clothes.
- Would you rather apply lipstick as eye-liner, or eye-liner as lipstick? ~ I would use eye-liner as my lipstick because that sounds more normal and eye-liners can be easily used on the lips.
- Would you rather only shop at MAC or Sephora? ~ I know nothing about Sephora and I do own MAC products so I would choose MAC. I love the brand!
- Would you rather only use one eye shadow color or one lip color for the rest of your life? ~ As I said, I don't use eye-shadows as much so I could live with just one color. For the lips, however, I like wearing all different kinds of colors and that's pretty important for my look.
- Would you rather wear winter clothes in summer or summer clothes in winter? ~ Summer clothes in winter. I can't explain, but I think this would be more me.
- Would you rather have dark nails or bright nails all year round? ~ Tough one. But if I really have to choose, darker colors would win.
- Would you rather give up your favorite lip product or your favorite eye product? ~ I rarely put anything on my eyes, so I would give up eye products.
- Would you rather only be able to wear your hair in a ponytail or a messy bun? ~ I don't like either that much, but I would choose a bun since my head hurts less than when I'm wearing a ponytail.
- Would your rather never be able to paint your nails again or never use lip gloss? ~ I don't need to use anything as long as I have my nails done. Take my lip glosses.
- Would you rather shave your eyebrows and have none at all or sharpie them in everyday? ~ I have no idea. Haha. I would look so weird without eyebrows, but sharpie them everyday... I would probably shave them off.
- Would you rather live without make-up or nail polish? ~ As stated in question number 12, I'm a huge nail fan so make-up would have to go if I had to choose.
You're very welcome to check out Shelby's answers and give your own below in the comments!


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Nourish Naturally
A step up from the standard treatment, you can expect to enjoy watercolour nail polish, as well as three to five complimentary non-toxic nail polishes. Doesn't that sounds super cool? Nourish Naturally uses products that are made from the highest quality that's safe for you. Choose from sweet pastel shades to edgy metallic hues for your beloved nails. With a mission to adhere to all things natural, their facial treatments do away with machines and rely on the power of the human touch to knead away all of the knots and stresses in your daily lives. This is definitely a slice of paradise!
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Hyrate, rejuvenate, and nourish your skin with bespoke organic facial treatments that are safe, healthy and sustainable at Flare Wellness. Performed by warm and experienced therapists, unwind with their organic facials using La Maison Bio which carries an amazing range of Certified Organic products from Europe. Melt your stresses away and emerge with a brighter, smoother complexion. Choose from a variety of packages and our current favourite is the Bio Ageless Promo Package, where you can choose from five types of organic facials including anti-aging eye and neck treatments, massages and even aromatic foot soaks!
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Jiwon Hair Salon
If you want to get luscious locks that'll be the envy of many, Jiwon Hair Salon is the place to go to. Get pampered by full-fledged Korean hair stylists who are updated with the latest trends at this salon furnished with wood and lush botanicals. Not only will you get to bask in an ambience that boasts of nature, all their hair products contain plant-derived ingredients too. By marrying Korean hospitality, quality service and creative styling, you'll be walking out of the salon in great style.
Jiwon Hair Salon, 501 Orchard Road, #03-02 Wheelock Place, Singapore 238880, (+65) 6836 8419
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Body Inc.
Founded by local actress and celebrity Jacelyn Tay, Body Inc. is a one-stop solution that provides integrated holistic medicine, equipped with a wellness division that offers a wide range of body and face therapies. Inspired by her own personal health, Jacelyn was determined to help individuals achieve health and happiness by restoring the body's self-healing ability via natural remedies combined with complementary disciplines. Using only the finest natural ingredients, Body Inc. also offers a comprehensive range of natural healthcare & wellness products for your home consumption.
Body Inc., 391 Orchard Road #05-20, Ngee Ann City, Singapore 238872, (+65) 6333 5656
PortaSpa Nature Wellness Centre
First to introduce the concept of Foot Hydro-Therapy treatments in Singapore, PortaSpa's Quick Refresh! Treatments are designed to restore your health and relieve body aches and pains quickly and effectively. Enjoy refreshing treatments with a soothing waterfall environment and therapeutic hydro-massage treatment infused with aromatherapy fragrances that will instantly rejuvenate you mind, body and soul. With sessions as short as 15 minutes, you can definitely make some time for a quick perk me up during lunch!
PortaSpa Nature Wellness Centre, Blk 333 Kreta Ayer Road (Chinatown) #01-15, Singapore 080333, (+65) 6536 7759
The Nail Social
We should never forget to primp and care for our nails, because people can tell how meticulous we are as women through our nails! Located in a quaint and charming space, The Nail Social is a lifestyle nail salon that offers manicure, pedicure and foot reflexology services, coffee and desserts, as well as fair trade retail under one roof. They're humbly committed in ensuring that most of the products they use, serve or sell are non-toxic, eco-friendly and/or is cruelty-free. They're were also established with the aim to help local underprivileged women with a higher barrier to employment (girl power for the win!). Here, you'll be able to sit back and enjoy some quiet me-time by getting your nails done, catch up on some movies via a personal iPad and even enjoy a complimentary glass of wine on Fridays and Saturdays! Pretty nails and, a socially-conscious business and some vino? We're sold!
The Nail Social, 42A Haji Lane (2nd Floor), Singapore 189235, (+65) 6717 3221
Vedure NailSpa
Winner of over 20 prestigious awards including Harper's Bazaar's Best Manicure Award 2012, Vedure NailSpa carries over 10 brands of polishes, including the world's only sun reactive colour-changing polish, Ruby Wings! This completely vegan, '3 Free' polish is exclusively available to the salon and you know what they say – if it's exclusive, we're there!
Vedure NailSpa, 501 Orchard Road, #04-06 Wheelock Place, Singapore 238880, (+65) 6732 6448/6235 9101
This upscale Parisian-inspired nail salon and spa provides a full range of spa nail services, with the option of an Organic Spa Manicure and/or Pedicure, where only high-end, organic ingredients are used to smooth and soften your precious fingers and toes. A sweet indulgent treat that will surely make your day a little brighter, PrettifyMe strives to make even the simplest of manicures akin to a relaxing getaway – now that's what we're talking about! If you have a little cousin or niece that you'd like to bring with you, there are also non-toxic, child-friendly colours for her to choose from. Hey, you gotta start young right?
PrettifyMe, 100 Orchard Road, #02-64 Concorde Hotel & Shopping Mall, Singapore 238840, (+65) 6735 7728
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Helene Heigh, a character actress most recently seen in the film "Mass Appeal" and for years prior to that a frequent guest on episodic television, died Friday in a Silver Lake convalescent home.
Her longtime companion, Ronald Morse, said the versatile stage, film and TV actress was 86 and had recently suffered a stroke.
From her appearances on Broadway with Eva Le Gallienne and Joseph Schildkraut to her role as the grandmother-socialite in "Mass Appeal" she played a series of shopkeepers, servants and senile matriarchs in a career that ranged over six decades.
A graduate of the Pasadena Playhouse, she later taught acting and operated her own public relations agency in Los Angeles.
Over the years she was seen regularly in such long-lasting TV series as "Laverne and Shirley," "WKRP in Cincinnati," "The Perry Mason Show," "The Jack Benny Show" and "Studio One."


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The Osage was first flown as the civilian Model 269 in October 1956. It proved quite popular for training and with police and corporate owners. In 1964, it was selected by the U.S. Army as its primary helicopter trainer and was given the designation TH-55A and the name Osage. TH-55's served until 1988, but they saw the most use during the Vietnam War when the Army's need for helicopter pilots was virtually insatiable. Nearly 800 Osages were built for the Army and many of them found their way onto the civil market after they were retired where they remain a popular light helicopter.
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When do children with type 1 need retinal exams? Is it every year? Is it every year beginning with diagnosis or every year after they'd had diabetes for a certain number of years? Why does their blood sugar need to be in range for the exam? Does it need to be in range that day or for a day or more?
The consensus is that patients with type 1 diabetes should have annual dilated retinal exams beginning at five years after diagnosis because diabetic retinopathy is unlikely to develop before then, though (rarely) a patient entering puberty and with poor blood glucose control (glycosylated hemoglobin greater than 9.0%) may develop retinopathy earlier. However, it is important to remember that, just like the rest of the population, young people with diabetes can have other significant eye problems (e.g., congenital cataracts, retinal tumors, glaucoma - the list is long) that are best detected by having a comprehensive, dilated eye exam. Every child should have routine dilated retinal exams.
Blood sugars should be "normalized" as much as possible prior to the exam for several weeks and the day of the exam because blood sugar level affects the eyeglass prescription. You can read about this in my book, Diabetic Eye Disease. As a general rule, the A1c should be less than 7% for adults before checking for glasses and less than 7.5% for kids under 12 years of age.
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SEATTLE, WA – October 11, 2011 – Today Confio Software, the makers of the award-winning Ignite performance management software tools, launched its IgniteVM solution for SQL Server database administrators (DBAs) attending PASS Summit. Confio's IgniteVM is the first and only software designed specifically for DBAs to monitor the performance of SQL Server on VMware. By offering DBAs an unprecedented level of visibility beyond the database and into the virtual server layers, IgniteVM reduces the risk of database performance issues and connects IT directors, VMWare administrators, and DBAs to maintain their ongoing performance operations.
In addition to being the first software tool in the industry to help DBAs achieve high levels of performance across their platforms, Confio has earned VMware Professional Solutions Provider certification, so SQL Server DBAs utilizing IgniteVM can rest assured that Confio's solution – and the people behind it – have the knowledge, expertise and training to ensure a smooth customer experience.
"SQL Server is a wildly popular database platform, and DBAs have been virtualizing SQL Server instances under VMware for quite some time now," said Denny Cherry, a SQL Server consultant, Microsoft MVP and author of the www.MrDenny.com blog. "A big problem until now has been the lack of visibility into the VMware host platforms and the fact that some SQL Server performance monitor counters are inaccurate when viewed on VMware. IgniteVM bridges that gap so DBAs can continue to have the insight into their database's health without having to bother the VMware admin every time they want to look at metrics from both the host and guest side of things."
Already dozens of companies running SQL Server databases in VMware virtual environments have selected IgniteVM, making it the fastest growing and most popular database performance management tool developed specifically for the virtual space.
DBAs attending PASS Summit will have a variety of opportunities to learn about performance management solutions by Confio.New this year at PASS Summit is the First-Timers program. "First-timers" will be invited to a special reception sponsored by Confio Software and Red Gate, and all PASS attendees can see a demonstration of both Ignite8 for SQL Server and IgniteVM at booth no. 518/520.
"IgniteVM for SQL Server is the still the first – and only – software tool available to DBAs managing performance in a VMware virtual environment," said Don Bergal, chief marketing officer for Confio. "Our commitment to SQL Server stems from our long history of working alongside our DBA peers in the trenches. Because of this experience, we understand our customers' needs and we create solutions based on those, including IgniteVM for SQL Server. We hope all PASS attendees will find time to research what types of solutions Confio has to improve their abilities to get their jobs done."
For more information about Confio's solutions for SQL Server DBAs, please visit www.confio.com.
About Confio Software
Confio Software develops database performance solution for DBAs, IT managers, and database developers, for both physical and virtual server environments. Confio's flagship product, Ignite, helps eliminate bottlenecks, speed problem resolution, and reduce the cost of operations for SQL Server, Oracle, DB2 and Sybase databases and VMware servers. Since the company's founding in 2002, Confio products are developed and supported from the Boulder, CO headquarters. For more information, visit www.confio.com.


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Reformed education and natural ecology
Situated in East Africa, Tanzania is famous for its' wildlife conservation and natural ecology. This is also one of the best destinations for studying abroad in East Africa, since there are approximately 1,200 American students studying in Tanzania.
Despite the subsequence of economic difficulty in the past, Tanzania's education system has been considerably reformed and invested in these days, and as a result, school access has expanded rapidly. Higher education in Tanzania is offered by universities, including local institutions and foreign institutions. Higher education has the capability of awarding a Bachelor's degree to undergraduates and a Master's degree for postgraduates. There are various courses specialised in different fields of study such as Law, Computer Sciences, Education, Arts, Sociology and so on.
Apart from its' study opportunities, Tanzania welcomes its' students to enjoy and discover the exotic nature. There is usually a large number of tourists around to be impressed by Tanzania's indigenous wildlife and ecology. When you study in Tanzania, you can visit Serengeti National Park and see animals such as leopards, elephants, lions or rhinos in their natural environment. The tropical islands of Zanzibar and Mafia Marine Park are also interesting places for exploration as well. Nature and wildlife is always one of the most outstanding features of African countries.
Living in Tanzania doesn't cost a student very much. For instance, a meal in an inexpensive restaurant would cost them around $4. Transportation expenses are quite low as well. Students need to spend only $0.25 for a one-way ticket on local transport, and around $21 for an unlimited monthly pass. The prices of an apartment (1 bedroom) in the city centre is around $500 and $420 for an apartment (1 bedroom) outside the city centre.
Top 3 reasons to study in Tanzania:
- Reformed education
- Some of the greatest natural wonders in the world
- Affordable cost of living
Did you know this about Tanzania?
- Primary school tuition fees in public schools were eliminated in 2002, but families still must pay for uniforms, testing fees and school supplies.
- There are over 120 languages in Tanzania. Most of them are Bantu languages.
- The world's earliest human skull was found in the Olduvai Gorge in Tanzania.


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McGinnis-Chambers Funeral Home's annual Holiday Remembrance Service will be held on Saturday, December 2, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at our funeral home in Bettendorf.
The Holiday Remembrance Service is a service to honor all of the families we have served during the past year. Personal invitations will be sent out to those families, however everyone is invited and welcome to attend this public event.
Please RSVP to our funeral home if you are able to attend by Monday, November 27th.
We hope you are able to come and share in this remembrance tribute for your loved one and wish you peace and hope through this holiday season and in the days to come.


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The authorities sent letters to the companies in December telling them that some of their terms of service broke European Union consumer protection law and that they needed to do more to tackle fraud and scams on their websites. Some of the terms criticised by the authorities include not allowing users to go to court in their country of residence but requiring them to go to a California court where the companies are based, according to the letters seen by Reuters.
Other examples include not identifying sponsored content clearly, requiring consumers to waive mandatory rights such as the right to cancel a contract, and an excessive power for the companies to determine the suitability of content generated by users, according to the letters.
In the case of Google, the concerns were about its social network Google+.
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Google, Facebook and Twitter were not immediately available for comment.
The companies proposed some solutions to solve the issues and discussed them with the authorities on Thursday, the person said, adding that the meeting was constructive.
The authorities are being supported by the European Commission – the EU executive – and could impose fines if they are still not satisfied.
U.S. tech companies have faced tight scrutiny in Europe for the way they do business, from privacy to removing illegal or hateful content quickly.
The authorities also proposed setting up a standard communication channel with the companies whereby they could notify them of content deemed illegal and the action requested, according to the letters.


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A Local Nature Reserve since 1990, Ambarrow Court is an interesting woodland on the site of a former Victorian country estate. The site includes a nature trail suitable for use by wheelchair users. Car park, bins, benches and a picnic table are present.
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– Xolani Sithenjwa, Future Nation Schools' Lead Teacher: Sciences
Xolani is a passionate teacher who holds a Bed and a BSc Honours in Education. He is currently completing a Masters in Science Education at Wits University with a research topic looking at the development of a science teacher's Pedagogical Content Knowledge.
It is clear that there are major problems with regard to education in South Africa, especially in lower grades. The latest world rankings suggest that South Africa is sitting at number 58 out of 59 countries that participated in the Trends in International Maths and Science Study (TIMSS). The results are based on the 2015 Grade 4 and Grade 8 tests. I am not sure if this fact will put you at ease: South Africa was last in 1995, 1999, 2003 and 2011!
This shows that there is a need for change in our education system. The country at large has been changing the curriculum documents, the latest being the CAPS document. A few private schools have adopted different international curricula, some have adopted CAPS and use different examination boards, and the newer schools have decided to adopt different pedagogies. The newest of these private schools is Future Nation Schools (FNS) which has enhanced CAPS and adopted a pedagogy called the Project Based Learning (PBL).
It is important to consider that when one adopts a new way of teaching and learning, it might take time for results to be seen; and while implementation takes place, it might not happen as smoothly as one would anticipate. This is common in education, one would have seen the implementation of CAPS in schools did not happen smoothly in the first years and only now are teachers finding it easy to work with.
This brings me to a thought around the implementation of the Project Based Learning by Future Nation Schools.
Research shows that there are a few issues with regard to the implementation of PBL and if teachers, stakeholders and parents are aware of these, it might help when it comes to implementation. It would certainly help to know these issues before implementation so that solutions might be planned in advance. Studies show that teachers have problems with (i) recognising and accepting that roles and responsibilities change between the student and the teacher, (ii) getting comfortable with the new physical orientation of the classroom, (iii) tolerance for ambiguity and flexibility in managing the new learning environment, (iv) confidence in integrating appropriate tools and resources, including technology, (v) integration of new pedagogies with realities beyond the classroom, including the ability to balance the unique needs of individual students and keeping students, colleagues and administrators interested in projects, and lastly (vi) creating a culture of collaboration and interdependence in the school environment.
Specific to our context, the issues that we will need to overcome would be to align the CAPS curriculum in a concrete way to the Project Based Learning methodology. I predict another challenge will be to assess students and reporting what in a comprehensive way for parents and students to understand the student's development. A way to aid with content integration is to directly emphasise the content and learning goals. One way of facilitating content integration is to include more organised ways of helping students make the links between their enquiry activities and the content.
Some of the solutions that I suggest are (i) to support teacher's initial and ongoing efforts constantly, (ii) to encourage teachers to communicate with each other and with the students constantly, (iii) to keep students interested by designing projects that are not too broad or easy to manage, (iv) teachers should provide opportunities for students to have a voice and choice in the projects, (v) once it is clear what and how students are thinking, it is important to elicit and address student misconceptions or biases. Teachers will need to be involved in modelling the completion of tasks and any activities that are given to students. Constant reflection is critical to understanding experiences and to developing skills. Teachers and students must engage constant reflective conversations with one another to deepen the understanding of their experiences.
In education there can never be a single solution to any problems, and as a result, open engagement amongst scholars is important, and proactive thinking about issues and solutions will improve our practice and what we are trying to achieve as educators. I certainly hope that this blog will start a debate that will encourage educators to think proactively about what is happening as they teach and join each other in the quest for solutions. The Project Based Learning approach is noted as a good way to allow students to think freely and engage actively with their learning. It also allows students to gain the content proactively instead sitting and absorbing from the teacher.
Successful implementation of Project Based Learning methods requires teachers to assume a guiding role and to attend to many different aspects of the learning environment.


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A construction worker was injured seriously Friday when a half-ton piece of concrete piling slid from its foundation and pinned his left leg against steel sheets holding back the waters of the E-2 Canal west of Boca Raton.
The southbound lanes of Florida`s Turnpike were closed for nearly an hour while Mike Spence`s co-workers and Palm Beach County rescue personnel struggled to free him. The piling was lifted off -- 1/2 hours after the accident occurred -- by a 50-foot crane.
``Thank the Lord!`` one man shouted as he watched the piling swing free.
District Fire Chief Glen Kimberly said Spence, 39, an employee of C-Way Construction Co. of Edgewater, suffered a compound fracture just above the ankle. Had the chunk of piling struck him in any other place, Kimberly said, ``it could have just completely severed his leg.``
Spence was in good condition after surgery Friday night at Delray Community Hospital. Kimberly said he did not think Spence would lose the use of his leg.
The construction site is between the turnpike and the E-2 Canal about a mile south of Glades Road. The C-Way crew was preparing the footings for a bridge to carry the extension of Palmetto Park Road over the highway.
Spence and another worker, 25-year-old Joey Porter of Morgantown, Ky., were in a 6-foot pit cutting the tops off pilings that had been driven 6 to 7 feet into the soil. A curtain of steel sheets separated them from the canal.
The men`s task was to score the surface of each piling with a concrete saw so that the top could be snapped off -- much as a bottle would be scored to permit a clean break. Foreman Al Porter said the men may have cut too deeply on one piling, allowing it to break prematurely.


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Omni Cable named the award winners in the State Electric "Drive Up Sales" promotion. Mike Williams from Omni Cable's corporate headquarters and Brad Cook from Omni Cable's Philadelphia branch held a live drawing at State Electric's headquarters in Huntington, W.Va., to announce the winners for the Omni Cable-sponsored promotion. During the promotion sales personnel were awarded Wal-Mart gift cards and each order placed entitled them to a chance in the random drawing to win a Kawasaki ATV, iPad or iPod.
Bruce Payne from State Electric's Dunbar branch won the grand prize — a Kawasaki ATV. Runner-up winners were Dave Lunsford (State Electric's Clarksburg branch), who won an iPad and Gary Muovich (State Electric's Beckley branch) winning an iPod.


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Massively Multiplayer online games remain a unique genre. Despite a few attempts to change them, the most popular titles still use an ability-focused combat system that requires players to use a wide variety of keys. In addition, MMO gamers need access to voice chat for quick communication.
It's possible to get by with a simple keyboard and a three button mouse, but if you're a serious player, you'll need the right equipment. Let's look at the coolest MMO peripherals available today.
Razer Naga Mouse
A conventional mouse does surprisingly little work in a MMO. Yes, it points you in the right direction, but with only a few extra buttons available there's not much room for binding attacks. It's the exact opposite of a shooter, where the mouse can handle pointing, weapon selection and secondary attacks and the keyboard is responsible for movement and a few other actions.
Razer was the first company to decide and rectify this by building a mouse with MMOs in mind. The result was the Naga, which features a grid of programmable keys along its flank. These are incredibly useful, as they can be bound to secondary abilities that are difficult to activate on a keyboard.
You can buy the Naga in various flavors. The base model is usually $60 to $80 online, but special editions like the Star Wars Special Edition and the Epic can cost as much as $140.
Corsair Vengeance K90 Keyboard
There are a lot of gaming keyboards available today, and that makes it hard for any one keyboard to stand out from the crowd. Yet that's exactly what the Corsair Vengeance K90 does – and upon closer inspection, it's easy to see why.
The K90 is a mechanical keyboard How Does A Mechanical Keyboard Work? [Technology Explained] How Does A Mechanical Keyboard Work? [Technology Explained] For geeks, mechanical keyboards are the holy grail of input devices. They're relatively rare, they're expensive, and require some explanation for people to understand them. It's everything a geek could ask for. If you're not... Read More using Cherry MX Red switches. They require little force to activate, making repeated key taps easier. Up to 20 keys can be activated at once and your custom key profiles are saved to on-board memory. Along the left side of the keyboard is a battery of 18 customizable keys that can be bound to whatever function you'd like. Oh, and the keyboard is backlit.
All of this is backed up by amazing build quality. The chassis is constructed from aluminum, giving this product a sturdy feel rarely found in gaming keyboards.
Retail price on the K90 is $129.99, but it's so popular that many retails are sold out. As a result, you may need to pay over $150 to snag one. But you know what? I'd buy one even if it was $200.
Logitech G930 Wireless Headset
Back in the early days of MMOs, players had to make due with text chat. It's hard to imagine how players of games like Everquest managed to beat bosses without a headset. Today, such equipment is mandatory for anyone that wants to raid.
There are plenty of cheap headsets available, but quality can be spotty. If you want the ultimate in clear, crisp communications, the Logitech G930 is an obvious choice. It stands out because it offers both excellent voice communication and solid surround sound. Cheaper headsets tend to handle voice fine, but do a poor job of reproducing music.
As it is wireless, the G930 provides mobility. You don't have to worry about tripping over or disconnecting cords. It also includes programmable keys that can control the functions of your chosen voice chat client. Your significant other will appreciate the closed-ear design, which prevents noise from leaking out of the headset and into your home.
All of those features are great. But as with the K90, the real reason to buy this product is overall build quality. The combination of features and durability found in the G930 is unmatched by any other gaming headset on the market today. You'll pay about $180 for this product. It's worth every cent.
VisionTek Bigfoot Killer 2100
This isn't a peripheral. It's more of an upgrade. The title "3 Awesome Gaming Peripherals For Hardcore MMO Players – And A Network Card, Too" just wasn't working, alright?
The Killer 2100 is an internal network adapter that promises to provide a better experience in games by prioritizing network packets that carry game data. When the original version was released back in 2006, it was surrounded in controversy. Many people didn't believe that a network adapter could heavily impact performance.
Over the years there have been many reviews of the product. The general consensus seems to be that it works, though reviewers disagree about how well. Many end their reviews by pointing out the high price tag (about $90). That's a lot to pay for a piece of hardware that may have imperceptible benefits.
For hardcore MMO players, however, it's worth a shot. Some reviews have reported lower ping times, higher frame rates and fewer lag spikes. All of these can translate to a smoother and more enjoyable experience. This goes double for players who want to be able to download files in the background while questing.
This isn't a list of products that provide great value for money, but there's something to be said for quality as well. I've played MMOs on a $20 keyboard with a free mouse bundled with a desktop PC. I've also played MMOs on a dedicated gaming mouse with a keyboard designed for MMOs. The difference between them couldn't be clearer.
I'll go so far as to say that you should buy peripheral upgrades before hardware upgrades 4 Hardware Upgrades For Battlefield 3 Fans [Gaming] 4 Hardware Upgrades For Battlefield 3 Fans [Gaming] Battlefield 3 has finally been released, bringing a first-class shooting experience back to PC games. While consoles have received the game as well, for PC gamers it was a particularly notable release, as the game... Read More unless your computer can't run the MMO you want to play smoothly. Bumping up a game's graphics from medium to high is nice. Being able to game for four hours without fingers cramped by poorly placed keys is even better.
What peripherals for gamers would you recommend?
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Wooow Great gadgets. I'll buy them as soon as I got some money. never forget such goods. Love to become a real gamer with a gaming computer plus gaming gadgets..!
Grab the mouse! the rest is a waste of money! Save you dollars! Oh an while we are at it don't buy the gar with built in GPS kit! They don't update it any more after resale!
Got any recommendations for those of us who hold the mouse in our left hands? All those extra buttons look really nice, but my pinky isn't that coordinated.
Maybe this one will work for ya my wife is left handed and games more than anyone in the family and she likes it. http://www.logitech.com/en-us/mice-pointers/mice/devices/gaming-mouse-g300
the Nic is cheaper at TigerDirect by $20
I would like the keyboard (might buy it), the headset I can do without since I own a pair for 40 dollars normally priced at 90 dollars.
I bought the Razer Naga over a year ago. I can definitely say that it's the most amazing mouse I have ever owned...and GREAT for MMOs!


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7 years ago I went to the doctor for depression and he prescribed me Paxil. 1 month later he upped my dose, it works great but I have no emotions.
I feel like a robot, human trapped in a robot body and emotionless. I can't love or like or cry or even feel empathy. I haven't cried in years, I do feel sad but no tears come out.
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I last 15 minutes till I can [email protected] but before I only lasted 4 minutes. I can have complete control over that area.
2 weeks ago; I stabbed someone and had no feelings towards it. I just feel numb to everything so, Sadacha get on SSRI.
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Pleading in Civ Pro
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Pleading in Civ Pro
I am still a bit confused as to the different forms of pleading. From what I understood the common law pleading is no longer used, and it was replaced with the FRCP "notice pleading". So why do I keep reading about "code pleading" and code states? Are these just certain states that don't follow the FRCP? Same with "fact pleading." I guess I understand the differences between the types, I'm just not sure where each one would be applied. If someone could shed some light on this, I'd really appreciate it. Sorry for what is probably a really stupid question; I spent the last 3 months neglecting Civil Procedure, because I hate it and my teacher is gross. I could never decipher her rambling and that class just put me to sleep. Now that my other 3 outlines are nearly completed and up to date, I'm playing the catchup game with Civil Procedure and basically trying to learn the entire class. Not fun.
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Re: Pleading in Civ Pro
lawschoolproblems86 wrote:Are these just certain states that don't follow the FRCP?
I thought that every state has its own rules of civil procedure and while they may be similar to the federal rules, states don't use the federal rules.
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Re: Pleading in Civ Pro
Federal rules are for federal courts. State courts all have their own rules, though they are often almost verbatim the FRCP.
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kalvano wrote:Federal rules are for federal courts. State courts all have their own rules, though they are often almost verbatim the FRCP.
Certain states still follow Conley (WV does) and certain states adopted Twombly/Iqbal style. I think the vast, vast minority use simple Conley pleading, though. I know West Virginia outright rejected Twombly/Iqbal.
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My prof taught us that "notice pleading" is dead and that "plausible pleading" reigns supreme. Not sure what the reality of the situation is, though.
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If you're a 1L, I don't think it matters what the state rules are. Unless some schools do state civ pro for first years.
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Mitchell Ashley returns to Podcasting
My friend Mitchell Ashley reached out to me a few weeks ago and said "we had a great time when we used to do podcasts, we should do them again." Well he didn't have to twist my arm. Mitchell and I sat down to record a quick 20 minute show. We caught up with what he has been up to over the last few years. We also discussed the recent AWS re:Invent conference out in Las Vegas and how big public cloud and the Cloud in general has become.
We discussed DevOps, security automation and a bunch of other trends that Mitchell and I are seeing in the market. It was great having Mitchell back to podcast with again. We have already planned next weeks show which will feature a special guest as we discuss APT.
We mentioned a couple of links and articles in the podcast. Here are the links to these:
Mitchell's blog post on CIO role: https://goo.gl/fzH5K The CIO Role - From Tech Manager to IT Services Broker
AWS reference architectures -
- cloud bursting - https://devcentral.f5.com/articles/aws-reinvent-2013-cloud-bursting-reference-architecture-feat-pearce
- cloud migration - https://devcentral.f5.com/articles/aws-reinvent-2013-cloud-migration-reference-architecture-feat-pearce#.UoZvkGRgZIA
Welcome back to Mitchell, hope you enjoy and stay tuned for our next show.


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Renee Brida Named Sun Health Foundation's New Vice President of Planned Giving
Sun Health Foundation has named Renee Brida as its vice president of planned giving. Brida brings more than 13 years of experience in estate planning and development to the position.
"The importance of planned giving to Sun Health's future cannot be overstated," said Penny Cowden, Sun Health Foundation's vice president and chief development officer. "Renee brings a proven track record in this area, and we're delighted she's joining the team."
Most recently, Brida was owner of the Law Office of S. Renee Brida in Fayetteville, Ark. Estate planning, probate and charitable organizations were three major areas of emphasis within her practice.
Brida also served as University of Arkansas' director of planned giving in 2009-10, where she was responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding planned gifts to the university as well as advising and training staff on planned giving techniques, tax laws and related legal issues.
Throughout her career, Brida has served in numerous executive development positions including working as director of development for East, Inc.; serving as development director for Little Rock's Pulaski Academy; handling Arkansas Children's Hospital's comprehensive planned giving program and serving as a development officer for Mercy Foundation North.
Brida also has provided leadership for various professional organizations including serving as president of the Partnership for Philanthropic Planning, working as a board member and program chair for Leave a Legacy® Arkansas and multiple offices for the Arkansas Bar Association.
She also generously gave her time to numerous civic and community organizations including the Women's Giving Club for Rotary International, Downtown Little Rock Club 99 and the Fayetteville Rotary Club.
About Sun Health Foundation
Through a partnership with Banner Health, Sun Health remains committed to providing charitable giving and volunteer resources for Banner Boswell Medical Center, Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center and Banner Sun Health Research Institute. Following the formation of the partnership in 2008, Sun Health has contributed more than $42 million to health and human service programs for Banner Health. Donations to Sun Health Foundation also support community-based health programs such as Sun Health Care Transitions and senior living services such as the new health care and rehabilitation expansion at Sun Health Senior Living's La Loma Care Center.
About Sun Health
A long-standing community partner championing healthy living, Sun Health is a community-based health care organization providing pathways to Population Health through philanthropy, senior living, community programs and superior health care. Population Health aims to improve the health of an entire population.
Nonprofit Sun Health employs a variety of resources to develop healthy living programs that have the potential to enrich lives – for residents, patients, volunteers and donors. Its core service lines include:
- Philanthropy for local health care, community health programs and senior living,
- Senior living at The Colonnade (Surprise), Grandview Terrace (Sun City West) and La Loma Village (Litchfield Park), and
- Community Health Programs: Sun Health Care Transitions, Vial of Life/File of Life, Sun Health Medication Management, Sun Health Memory Care Navigator and Sun Health Community Education.
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Sonography revealed hepatomegaly with markedly hyperechoic echotexture consistent with severe steatosis; normal gallbladder without lithiasis and inflammation; absent biliary dilatation.
The visible pancreatic portions (+) did not appear enlarged. Peripancreatic effusion and fluid collections were not seen.
Precontrast images (a,b) showed effusion (*) surrounding the spleen and pancreatic tail, extending to the left retroperitoneal fasciae. Note hypoattenuating parenchyma consistent with marked liver steatosis.
Precontrast images (a,b) showed effusion (*) surrounding the spleen and pancreatic tail, extending to the left retroperitoneal fasciae. The pancreas (+) did not appear enlarged. Note hypoattenuating parenchyma...
After iv contrast, the normal-sized pancreas showed focal hypoenhancement at the tail (arrowheads) consistent with necrosis (<30%). Note peripancreatic and fascial fluid (*), marked liver steatosis, normal gallbladder.
After iv contrast, the normal-sized pancreas showed focal hypoenhancement at the tail (arrowheads) consistent with necrosis (<30%). Note peripancreatic and fascial fluid (*), marked liver steatosis.
Additionally, filling defect (thin arrows) indicating partial thrombosis of the splenic vein was noted. Note peripancreatic and fascial fluid (*), patent portal and mesenteric veins, marked liver steatosis.
CDUS follow-up showed patent splenic vein with normal flow spectrum (a) and direction (b) consistent with resolution of thrombosis.
Normal flow direction and spectrum in the portal vein.
At clinical relapse, the pancreas maintained normal size. A demarcated post-necrotic collection (arrowheads) had developed at the tail, corresponding to site of initial necrosis (Fig.2), with low T2-weighted signal...
At clinical relapse, the pancreas maintained normal size, without peripancreatic fluid on fat-suppressed T2-weighted acquisition. Note non-dilated main bile duct, normal-appearing gallbladder.
MR-cholangiopancreatography confirmed normal-appearing gallbladder, intrahepatic and common bile ducts. The Wirsung duct did not show appreciable abnormalities.
High (800) b-value diffusion-weighted images (f,g) showed increased signal in the pancreatic (+) head and neck compared to body-tail, with corresponding low apparent diffusion coefficient (h,i) indicating segmental...
The post-necrotic collection (arrowheads) did not show restricted diffusion (ADC map i, b800 image j).
On precontrast fat-suppressed T1-weighted images, the post-necrotic collection (arrowhead) at the pancreatic tail showed inhomogeneous, intermediate signal intensity consistent with partly fibrotic component.
Dynamic gadolinium-enhanced acquisition (b...e) showed normally enhancing pancreatic gland (detail of head an neck in b, body, in c, tail in d), absent enhancement of the distal post-necrotic collection (arrowheads in...
Bedside abdominal ultrasound at emergency admission
Unenhanced and post-contrast multidetector CT (24 hours after Fig.1)
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MRI (9 months later) - T2- and diffusion-weighted images
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Pre-Colombian exhibit
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Thanks to a generous donation from Laurence and Jean Horan, we have a collection of Pre-Colombian artifacts on exhibit in the Library Reference Room. The collection includes 35 pieces, including pottery and jewelry. To see photos of the collection click here.
In honor of the 2008 Summer Olympics…
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Stop by the library front lobby to see our Olympics display. If you are an Olympics addict, you can read all about the politics, history and economics of the Games. You'll also find the full set of rule books for all events from the Atlanta Summer Games in our Vertical File. And in our Reference […]


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Benchmark Structural MRI Marker(s) for Parkinsonian Syndromes
Guangwei Du, M.D., Ph.D.
Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine
Hershey, Pennsylvania
2016 Biomarkers Across Neurodegenerative Diseases Grant
Which specific features of MRI brain images can uniquely identify people who have early-stage Parkinson's disease?
One of the major goals of current research in Parkinson's and related diseases is the development of sensitive and reliable ways to diagnose the diseases in their earliest stages, when treatments are likely to be the most effective. In recent years, scientists have developed brain imaging methods that can be used to detect early-stage Parkinson's disease and distinguish it from other brain diseases that have similar symptoms. These methods involve the use of structural magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) which can measure changes in the shape and size of different brain regions.
For these MRI methods to be used routinely in medical clinics, physicians need a clear and simple set of criteria (benchmarks) that can indicate the presence or absence of Parkinson's disease and differentiate Parkinson's from other neurodegenerative diseases. To develop such criteria, scientists need to analyze MRI images from a large set of individuals known to meet other diagnostic criteria for Parkinson's, as well as individuals known to have related conditions that could be confused with Parkinson's.
Research Plan
Guangwei Du, M.D., Ph.D., and colleagues have proposed to analyze MRI brain images from two existing, large databases of people known to have Parkinson's or related neurodegenerative diseases. The researchers will analyze the images to identify which changes in brain shape and structure could be used as biomarkers to indicate the risk or presence of a disease. The goal of this work is to develop specific criteria that can be applied to brain images to accurately identify people who have early-stage Parkinson's disease and differentiate it from other neurodegenerative diseases, even before it can be detected by other diagnostic methods.
This research may provide key information on the use of MRI imaging biomarkers as a tool to aid in the detection and diagnosis of people suspected of having early-stage Parkinson' disease. The researchers will share their data and the methods they use to analyze the brain images with other researchers who can take advantage of these novel methods in their own studies. This approach could also help accelerate the identification of MRI biomarkers specific for other neurodegenerative disease such as Alzheimer's.


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Pearl Vision Birch VBL Shell Pack in Tobacco Burst (Pre-Owned)
The Pearl Vision Birch VBL Shell Pack delivers a dynamically balanced sound, and is ideal for the budding drummer looking to upgrade they're beginners kit.
Main Features
- 6ply Birch Shells
- 12x9, 13x10 and 16x14 Inch Toms, 22x16 Inch Bass Drum with SensiTone Steel Chrome Finish 14x5.5 Snare Drum
- Tobacco Burst Lacquered Finish
- Chrome Hardware
This drum kit is in good condition with some cosmetic imperfections due to normal playing use.
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Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Cruises is a Premium cruise product founded in 1988 by the Greek Chandris Group. However, in 1997 the company merged with Royal Caribbean International and since then the fleet has been completely replaced with new State-of-the-Art Luxury Superliners offering a contemporary cruise experience in the surrounds of superb innovative ship design and décor, impeccable service and unparalleled spa and dining options.
Although based in Miami, Florida at Royal Caribbean's headquarters, the company has maintained its roots with the signature "X" displayed on all the ships funnels representing the Greek letter "chi" for "Chandris". Each ship embodies the highest level of technical achievement and innovation. Celebrity Cruises are particularly noted for providing the finest suite accommodation at sea. The new Reflection & Signature Suites onboard the latest ship, Celebrity Reflection and the Penthouse Suites on Millennium-Class are regarded as among the very best in the industry at an average of over 1500²ft with facilities that have to be seen to be believed. The services of your own Butler Service come as standard to tend to your every need and to accommodate in-suite dining and private cocktail parties.
The excellence of Celebrity is personified by their Award winning Gourmet Cuisine at up to 12 different dining venues onboard together with some of the best wine vintages at sea - Many of which can be experienced at the superb Cellar Masters wine tasting lounge on Solstice-Class. Celebrity's Spa facilities are the largest at sea offering complete mind and body rejuvenation. On Millennium-Class you can experience all different types of climates to replenish the body including a "Sahara Desert" solarium, a Turkish bath and Tropical Rainforest showers.
The Celebrity ships are equipped to sail all the oceans of the world. The majority of the ships spend the summer months in Europe, sailing all areas of the Mediterranean & Northern waters where they visit fascinating cities such as St. Petersburg in Russia, Tallinn in Estonia & Oslo in Norway. During the winter months, the ships move further afield into the Caribbean, South America, Far East & Australasia offering a warm escape.


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The 2015 Ford Escape front-wheel drive with a 1.6-liter, four-cylinder engine has an average fuel economy of 23 miles per gallon city and 32 miles per gallon highway. Fuel economy varies for other years and models of the Escape.
There are five different models of the 2015 Ford Escape. The front-wheel-drive models with a 2.0-liter engine and a 2.5-liter engine both average 22 mpg city, but they average 30 mpg and 29 mpg highway, respectively. The all-wheel-drive Escape with a 1.6-liter engine averages 22 mpg city and 29 mpg highway, while the AWD model with a 2.0-liter engine averages 21 mpg city and 28 mpg highway.


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When officials in Washington speak these days, some of the most unexpected things come out of their mouths.
Take Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison and her speech on the Aviation and Transportation Security Act.
In the speech, Senator Hutchison, a Texas Republican with impeccable conservative credentials, said "federal" over and over in the most complimentary way. And, in fact, all of her Republican brethren in the Senate supported the bill, which has since been signed into law by President Bush. It will replace private security systems at airports with a 28,000-person federal workforce.
For the past few years, the road to privatizing the federal government has been a kind of one-way superhighway leading away from Washington. But in the wake of Sept. 11, things have changed. The federal government, long distrusted and disliked, has again become popular, seeing better poll numbers than it has in 30 years. And privatization has begun to hit some speed bumps.
"In general, the enthusiasm for privatization across the board is waning," says Don Kettl, a University of Wisconsin political scientist who has written extensively on privatizing. "And Sept. 11 has reminded us that more than profits and markets matter to us."
The question now is whether the privatization debate has fundamentally changed, or only temporarily slowed as the nation responds to a crisis.
The change in tenor is particularly noticeable for two major government entities: Amtrak and the Postal Service.
For Amtrak, a perennial money loser that Congress has considered dissolving, the attacks were an opportunity to show it could offer more than pleasant views and comparatively slow travel. In the days immediately following the attacks, as the skies remained closed, Amtrak and rental cars were the primary forms of transportation for stranded travelers.
But the company wound up with little to show for the month of September. Though Amtrak reported increases of nearly 60 percent in reservations, reservations don't require advanced purchase, and in the end, ridership was actually down 6.4 percent from September 2000.
Still, the terrorist shake-up weighed on the minds of the government-appointed Amtrak Reform Council.
In early November, the council released findings that the company would not be self-sufficient by 2002 and set in motion a chain of events that could lead to restructuring. But the council's vote to release their findings was extremely close - deadlocked at 5-5 until the eleventh member was reached by cellphone - in part because of Amtrak's increased visibility following Sept. 11. And the memories of closed airports make it unlikely that Congress will do anything drastic to Amtrak.
"I didn't expect any major changes in Amtrak before Sept. 11, and I think they are probably less likely now," says Robert Hahn, director of the American Enterprise Institute-Brookings Joint Center for Regulatory Studies.
The Postal Service also took a serious hit from the terrorist attacks. Postmaster General John Potter told a Senate committee that the attacks cost the service an estimated $3 billion. That comes on top of $9.3 billion in debt from fiscal year 2000.
The service's struggles had stirred some talk of privatization before the attacks. One leading advocate in favor of taking away its government monopoly was former Postmaster General William Henderson. But now, even as its debt grows, there is less discussion of any such change - and a recent Gallup survey showing more than 70 percent of Americans approve of the way the Postal Service is handling its duties is another disincentive for privatization.
The stream of government bailouts that industries from airlines to insurance are seeking makes privatization less appealing, Mr. Kettl says. "Why privatize the Postal Service, when they are just going to
end up asking for federal money ... anyway?"
In essence, the privatization debate, the battle between making a profit and providing a public service, looks as though it has shifted - for the moment. But how long that change lasts remains to be seen.
Kettl thinks the movement toward privatizing was already slowing before the attacks.
"Most of the easy targets, the low-hanging fruit, have been picked off by privatization advocates. There isn't much left that you can privatize," he says.
Others, however, feel the change is more ephemeral. Mr. Hahn, for instance, says much of the talk is overstated.
Hahn says the shock that came with the attacks has given people a newfound respect for police and firemen and the military, but that doesn't translate into a long-term change in people's view of government in general.
"The general feeling is: This debate can wait. Anything that doesn't have to do with the war in Afghanistan or homeland security is on hold."


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Did New James Bond Girl Olga Kurylenko Get Plastic Surgery?
December 23, 2008 in Celebrity Plastic Surgery by Lisa Stanfield | Leave a Comment
The 007 Film Franchise has long been as well known for its sexy Bond girls as for its gadgets. So when the new Bond film Quantam of Solace was released last month, Make Me Heal looked forward to seeing whether or not the new Bond girl, Olga Kurylenko had as much plastic surgery as her predecessors.
Before making her debut as an actress, the 29-year old Ukrainian beauty was a model. Many models undergo plastic surgery to help them fit in with their peers, and as Olga has no problem with nude scenes, it seemed likely that she had undergone a breast augmentation, a common procedure for models.
Olga's breasts are fairly large on her thin frame, but they aren't so large that they couldn't be natural, nor do they ride high on her chest, leading Make Me Heal to believe that they are natural breasts.
Plastic surgeon Dr. John Di Saia says agrees, telling Make Me Heal, "She seems without implants, from what I can see."
Olga also starred in this year's Max Payne and is sure to have an exciting career ahead of her.
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