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Monday, January 19, 2009
With four Grade I winners pre-entered in next Saturday's $300,000 Sunshine Millions Sprint at Santa Anita next Saturday and two set to run, the seventh running of the six-furlong race has gathered increased status.
Pre-entered are Cost of Freedom (winner of the Grade I Ancient Title Handicap), Georgie Boy (winner of the Grade I Del Mar Futurity), Johnny Eves (winner of the Grade I Malibu Stakes in 2007), and In Summation (winner of the Grade I Bing Crosby Handicap in 2007, and back-to-back winner of the El Conejo Handicap).
"It shows how relevant Sunshine Millions day has become this early in the year on the racing calendar when these kinds of horses are attracted," said Santa Anita racing secretary Rick Hammerle. "We are obviously pleased and encouraged and hope the momentum continues."
Jorge Periban is rolling the dice with longshot Pistol Pete Afleet in the $1 million Sunshine Millions Classic at Gulfstream Park, but the Southern California-based trainer has been known to light up the tote board in the past.
"He hasn't won since I claimed him for $80,000 (in May of last year), but he's been close, and he jumped the rail and got hurt when I claimed him," Periban said. "He needed a couple months to recover, but he's been doing well since.
"In his last race (seventh by 4 ½ lengths in the Grade III Sir Beaufort Stakes) he had a little trouble, but we're going to be OK. I know he'll be a longshot in the Classic, but that doesn't bother me. I just need luck."
Florida-bred Pistol Pete Afleet worked five furlongs on Santa Anita's Pro-Ride Sunday in 1:00.40.
Probable for the Classic at 1 ¼ miles: Macho Again, Atoned, Delightful Kiss, Dry Martini, Hey Bryn and Palladio, each a Florida-bred.
Mike Machowsky hopes for better luck with Kelly Leak in the Dash at Gulfstream Park. The 3-year-old Runaway Groom colt was beaten a half-length in the Eddie Logan Stakes on Dec. 27, and lost a controversial nose in an optional claiming race at Hollywood Park last Dec. 4.
"He worked good Saturday (five furlongs in 1:00.60 on Pro-Ride)," the trainer said. "Kent Desormeaux has been calling me asking to ride him."
Carnacks Choice (Sprint) worked four furlongs on Pro-Ride Sunday in :48.40 for Todd Pletcher, while Briecat (Distaff) went five furlongs on Santa Anita's training track in 1:00.20 for Vladimir Cerin.
First post time Sunshine Millions Day is 11:45 a.m. Gates open at 10. All THOROUGHBREDS members in attendance will receive free the official Sunshine Millions AM/FM Beach radio with paid admission while supplies last.
Talkin to Mom Roo worked five furlongs on Pro-Ride Saturday in 1:02.40 for next Sunday's Grade II Palos Verdes Handicap. It will be the first stakes race for the Texas-bred son of You and I.
Trainer Ted H. West admits the 6-year-old owned by one of the trainer's principal clients, Jeffrey Sengara of Vancouver, B.C., will be entering uncharted waters in the Palos Verdes.
"It's a big step up, but he was second last time to a horse (Gayego) that ran a fifth off the world record (1:07 2/5 for 6 ½ furlongs at Hollywood Park last Nov. 30)," West pointed out. "I think he's talented enough to handle the jump up."
Time for Saturday's drill was moderate, but not out of the ordinary, according to West.
"We always go easy with him," he said. "He's a horse that doesn't need a lot of training. He ran a real big race off a layoff and he had trained for the least amount of time of any horse I've ever run before a layoff. He's a horse that keeps himself pretty fit all the time."
CashCall Futurity winner Pioneerof the Nile, a leading Triple Crown contender, worked five furlongs on Pro-Ride in 1:00.20 Sunday, according to Santa Anita clockers, but trainer Bob Baffert said the son of Empire Maker actually went six furlongs in 1:13. Joe Steiner was up.
"I worked him three-quarters," said Baffert, who is preparing the colt for his 3-year-old debut in Robert B. Lewis Stakes at 1 1/16 miles on Feb. 7. "He went nice. He didn't go fast. He went 1:13 and galloped out (seven furlongs) in 1:25 1/5."
Added Steiner: "He went really nice, real easy."
Santa Anita will offer holiday racing tomorrow, Martin Luther King Jr. Day. While supplies last, all THOROUGHBREDS members will receive a free wallet which will include a free general admission pass to Sunshine Millions Day, next Saturday, Jan. 24.
Also, 10 lucky patrons will find a $100 bill inside their wallet. First post time Monday is 12:30 p.m. Gates open at 10:30 a.m. Santa Anita is dark this Tuesday and Wednesday. Racing resumes on Thursday at 1 p.m.
FINISH LINES: It was business as usual Sunday morning for Alex Solis after he guided The Pamplemousse to a front-running two-length victory over 3-5 favorite Square Eddie in Saturday's San Rafael Stakes, an important prep on the Triple Crown trail. "Mighty impressive," Solis said between working horses. "He did something I haven't felt in a horse in a long time, and I've been very fortunate to ride some good horses. My son (Alex II) bought him and he owns part of him, so I'm very proud of him." . . . Patrick Biancone hopes Stream Cat turns in a good performance in Monday's Grade II San Marcos Stakes for older horses at 1 ¼ miles on turf. "I've only had him about six weeks, but he's come here in good form," Biancone said of the Kentucky-bred son of Black Minnaloushe trained by George Arnold for his last five races. Prior to that, Biancone conditioned the 6-year-old gelding . . . Hollywood Gold Cup winner Mast Track had his first breeze since coming back from Japan last November when he worked a half-mile on Pro-Ride Saturday in 47 seconds for Bobby Frankel. "He had a couple quarter cracks when he got to Japan, so he didn't run," said Frankel assistant Humberto Ascanio. "We had to give him a little time for his feet to heal." . . . Doug O'Neill said easy maiden winner Pinkarella was scratched from Saturday's Santa Ynez Stakes because "she tied up on me" a few days before the race . . . Mickey Hatcher's hair color resembled Roy Orbison's when the former Los Angeles Dodger player and current Los Angeles Angels' hitting coach presented a trophy to the winning connections of San Fernando Stakes winner Nownownow yesterday. When HRTV's Kurt Hoover interviewed him after the ceremony and asked him about the darker hue, Hatcher said, "It's been 20 years since my last World Series, so I colored my hair."


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Hurricanes and home insurance: 5 key questions answered
The approach of a hurricane is an awful time to discover that your home may not be adequately covered by insurance. Once a tropical storm or hurricane watch or warning has been issued, insurance companies will not allow homeowners to obtain new or additional insurance coverage.
Instead of nervously checking your insurance documents in the midst of hunkering down for a storm, you should make sure your home insurance needs – which may include homeowners, windstorm and flood coverage – are met before hurricane season (generally June through November) arrives.
This should include reviewing your policies to understand what is covered, and filling in any gaps you find. It's also wise to become familiar with your various insurance deductibles and other out-of-pocket expenses that may be required if a hurricane damages your home. Starting this process before hurricane seasons gives you time to start an emergency fund to cover these costs if necessary.
To truly know how to arrange your coverage, you need to know how various insurance policies work in the event of storm damage. Here are answers to five common questions on hurricanes and home insurance.
1. Does homeowners insurance cover damage from a hurricane?
There is no one insurance coverage that can cover all of the possible damage a hurricane can cause to your home. Instead, you may need a mixture of policies – home, wind and flood – to be fully covered.
Where you live can also impact your hurricane insurance needs. Across most of the U.S., a standard home insurance policy will cover damage caused by windstorms, hurricanes and hail, provided you don't waive the coverage. But if you live near the coast, you may be required to purchase a separate windstorm policy or wind and hail insurance to receive protection for damages from wind or wind-blown water.
You may also need to buy windstorm insurance if your home insurance is a named-peril policy that only covers listed dangers, such as theft and fire.
Having coverage through your home policy or the windstorm rider will allow you to make claims for storm damages such as:
- Blown off shingles
- Downed trees
- Windows shattered
- Rain entering your home as a result of wind damage (such as roof damage or broken windows)
If flooding occurs as a consequence of the hurricane, the ensuing damages will not be covered by your homeowners insurance. Rising water – in effect, any water that enters the home from the ground – is considered flood water and will only be covered by a separate flood insurance policy.
You should evaluate your homeowners coverage to make sure your home and personal belongings are insured for the amount it will cost to replace them. If the hurricane destroys your home, your home insurance policy will cover you for additional living expenses. Damage to your automobiles from a hurricane would be covered not by your homeowners insurance, but instead by your car insurance's comprehensive coverage (provided you have such coverage).
2. Do I need flood insurance?
If you're likely to need coverage for water that enters your home from the ground, you need flood insurance. Your home or windstorm insurance will not cover damage resulting from:
- A storm surge
- Pooling of water due to heavy rain
- Water from a swollen creek, river or lake
If the ground is saturated, and the water rises or seeps into your home, it's considered a flood by insurers.
The flood-damage exclusion in standard homeowners policies often comes as an unpleasant surprise to victims of rising waters.
"This is the biggest misperception that homeowners have," says Michael Barry, a spokesperson for the Insurance Information Institute (III). And it only gets worse if there is a dispute after a storm if the water intrusion was the result of wind damage (blowing in water) or flooding.
"You want to get a flood insurance policy, so there's no dispute over the origins of the water damage," says Barry.
Flood damage can be very costly to repair. As a result, private insurers largely have gotten out of the business. But flood insurance is available from the government-backed National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
Here are some key things to know about the NFIP:
- A flood policy comes with a 30-day waiting period from the time of purchase before it goes into effect.
- Building property (structure) coverage tops out at $250,000 for residential buildings ($500,000 for commercial).
- Personal possession coverage is capped at $100,000.
- Damage to basement improvements, decks, pools, walkways, trees or shrubs (landscape) is not covered.
- Additional living expenses you incur due to losing the use of your flooded home – such as hotel and food expenses – aren't covered by this flood policy.
Supplemental flood policies are also available from some private insurance companies around the country, says Jeanne Salvatore, senior vice president at the III. However, you can only buy excess flood insurance, which comes with much higher limits, after you have purchased a base NFIP flood policy.
3. Are there special hurricane deductibles I must pay?
Yes, if you live in a hurricane-prone area. To limit their losses, insurance companies in coastal states have homeowners take on more of the risk by attaching higher, percentage-based deductibles for hurricane damage instead of a flat-dollar deductible.
According to the III, 19 states and the District of Columbia have hurricane deductibles: Alabama, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Mississippi, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Texas and Virginia.
For a hurricane deductible to be due, a "trigger" event must have occurred. Triggers vary by state and insurance company.
For example, in Connecticut the legal trigger is when the National Weather Service (NWS) declares a hurricane that records winds of 74 miles per hour or more anywhere in Connecticut. The hurricane deductible remains in effect until 24 hours after the last hurricane warning terminates for any part of the state or 24 hours after the hurricane is downgraded from a hurricane by the NWS.
Remember, your deductible is the amount you pay out-of-pocket before your insurance kicks in. Hurricane percentage deductibles typically run from 2 percent to 5 percent of your home's insured value – though they can go higher, including up to 10 percent in Florida – so these costs can be significant.
In other words, if your home is insured for $350,000 with a 2 percent hurricane deductible, this would make you responsible for the first $7,000 of repairs. A 5 percent deductible would push it to $17,500.
In Florida, your hurricane deductible is applied on an annual basis. This means if you had to submit multiple claims due to multiple storms, you'd only have to meet the hurricane deductible once a calendar year. Once the hurricane deductible is met, the insurer can only apply your normal home insurance deductible, which is typically a flat amount and significantly lower.
"Deductibles vary from company to company and state to state, so everyone needs to read their policy or speak to an agent or company representative to find out exactly what the hurricane deductible is and when it applies," Salvatore says.
You should find your deductible information on the declarations page of your home or windstorm policy.
4. Is my home covered if I leave it during the hurricane?
The same home, windstorm and flood insurance coverages apply whether you stay or evacuate your home. You should, however, prep your home if you are fleeing from the storm (and remember to take insurance paperwork with you so it can't be damaged or go missing in the hurricane).
If you have storm shutters, put them on or use plywood to cover the windows. If it's safe to do, move loose outdoor items inside, such as patio furniture, potted plants and garbage cans, so that they won't become flying projectiles.
It's also wise to unplug appliances and turn off electricity and the main water valve. If you're ordered to evacuate or you leave on your own, make sure you tell someone — a friend or relative not in the storm-affected area — where you are going. And don't forget to take your emergency supplies, warm clothing, blankets and sleeping bags.
Expenses incurred for evacuating aren't covered by your insurance, but if you come home and find your home unlivable due to covered hurricane losses, then additional living expenses are covered by a standard homeowners policy.
5. What should I do after the storm hits?
Once it's safe to return home, you should promptly do so. Document the damage, with photos or video if possible, and take measures to prevent further damage to your home. For example, if a window is broken, seal it to prevent more water from coming in. If you have a hole in your roof, place a tarp over it.
If you fail to take reasonable measures to stop damage from occurring after a storm, your insurance company may refuse to pay for the added costs.
Keep a record of any temporary repairs you make and save receipts for all expenses, such as buying plywood and nails to board up a broken window, in case your insurer will reimburse you as part of your claim.
Here are some additional claim tips:
- Immediately notify your insurance company of your loss and submit a claim. Insurance companies and their adjusters may be swamped with claims after a storm and you don't want to be at the bottom of their lists. Promptly provide any documentation your insurer asks for to keep the claim moving along.
- Take inventory of your personal possessions and property. The easiest way to do this is to compare your inventory list that you prepared before the disaster to your new list – before-and-after photos and video are very helpful to insurers. Collect any receipts or proof of payment that proves the value of damaged items.
- Keep detailed records. Document your conversations and insurance contact information. Make sure to jot down your adjuster's name and contact information. List the dates, times and descriptions of your conversations with your insurer, adjuster and those repairing your home.
- Obtain repair estimates from trusted contractors. Get written bids – including details of materials to be used and prices on a line-by-line basis – from licensed contractors. This can speed up the claims process. Permanent repairs shouldn't be made until insurers have inspected your losses. Keep all damaged personal property until an insurance settlement has been reached.
- Keep receipts. If you make temporary repairs or have to relocate from your home while it is being repaired, keep records of your expenses since they are likely to be covered by your homeowners insurance policy.
- Negotiate. If you don't think you've been offered a fair settlement, don't be afraid to negotiate with your insurer. If you can't come to an agreement, you can take action by consulting an attorney or hiring a licensed public adjuster to act on your behalf. You can also contact your state's insurance regulator to check on your consumer rights and make a complaint if necessary.
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We like Sage in the Vocabulary Parade as Miss Alaineus because she is very happy in this part. Her costume has flowers, socks, pencils, keys, food, and candles stuck on it ? miscellaneous things. Gary?s miscellaneous box has all the trains that don?t fit on his HO track. Jocelyne?s family has a miscellanous drawer in their office, with a label maker and old pens in it. We think the word ?miscellaneous? should be on our spelling test!
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During her 60 year reign, Queen Elizabeth II's wardrobe has never lost its youthful and vibrant focus on colour. PANTONE and Leo Burnett London created this limited edition colour guide of the Queen's ensembles in honour of her Diamond Jubilee. The guide features some of the Queen's most notable colour choices including Primrose Yellow (the colour of her dress for William and Kate's wedding last year) or Crystal Blue (her most frequently worn colour group). Pantone noted that perhaps the Queen dresses monochromatically to add a more stately height to her 5'4″ frame. With this book and Vogue magazine's feature, the Queen has cemented her role as a true colour tastemaker… (I haven't quite figured out if this book is for sale yet? I would love to see it in person. I am hoping it features both the pastel shades and stronger, more jewel tone colours that anchor The Queen's wardrobe)
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HATFIELD, Pa. — President Barack Obama and House Speaker John Boehner (R-Ohio) finished another week without a fiscal cliff deal, not even agreeing on how the negotiations are going.
Obama expressed optimism as he took his case on the road here Friday, saying Democrats and Republicans "can and will work together."
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Boehner, however, countered: "Right now, we're almost nowhere."
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Obama struck a playful tone throughout his speech at a toy factory to warn Americans that they could be in for a "lump of coal" for Christmas if Congress fails to extend current middle-class tax rates.
"Everybody here, you'll see your taxes go up on Jan. 1," Obama said at a Rodon Group plant, where more than 95 percent of the parts for K'NEX construction toys are made. "I'm assuming that doesn't sound too good to you. That's sort of like the lump of coal you get for Christmas. That's a Scrooge Christmas."
But, the president said, House Republicans can prevent that fate "by doing what we all agree on" and extending current tax cuts on the first $250,000 of income. "Let's go ahead and take the fear out for the vast majority of American families," he said.
( Also on POLITICO: White House: No surprises in Geithner proposal)
As he has before, Obama vowed to quickly sign legislation extending the tax cuts. "There are no shortage of pens in the White House, and I carry one around for an emergency, just in case," he said.
"I've been keeping my own naughty and nice list for Washington," Obama said. "So you should keep your eye on who gets some K'NEX this year. There are going to be some members of Congress who get them and some who don't."
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The first storm of 2014 hit fast and furious in the middle of last night, blizzard conditions with gusts rumored to be up to 50 mph from the northwest. Storm watchers called it "Hercules" — Really?
I love a good snow day, and this one started early with a phone call from Charlene (our breakfast chef) letting me know there was no way she was going to be able to drive in due to the blizzard. I considered driving myself, but one look at the snow mound that covered my car I decided it would be easier to walk. In daybreak's grey light, I trudged thru the swirling snow to the Woods Hole Inn, stopping several times to attempt to capture the look of this gorgeous Cape Cod blizzard (see photos below or more on my Facebook page).
Inside, the Inn felt remarkably cozy and warm. I quickly dug out the front steps and fired up the first pot of hot coffee for our sleeping guests. The New York Times delivery guy handed me the paper as I was shoveling. Thanks, I said — Appreciated!
Something about the smell of hot coffee and guests started trickling out of their rooms, happy winter vacationers enjoying a respite from everyday life with a visit to wintery Cape Cod. I produced our usual breakfast spread — fresh cut fruit, Greek yoghurt, house made granola, cinnamon rolls, sausage quiche and slices of Charlene's spiced cranberry pumpkin loaf. I think they enjoyed experiencing the Cape Cod blizzard in their slippers with a great meal to start the day.
While guests watched the snow swirling from the warm breakfast room, I headed back for more shoveling. The drifts were incredible, and with the wind still roaring it was possible to toss each shovelful into the wind and watch the snow burst away. I managed to get the driveway and sidewalk cleared by about 9 am, although it was still snowing and I was sure it would need another pass.
Back into the house to begin the cleaning for the day, clearing up breakfast, washing the floors of the salt and sand that follows everyone inside in winter. Cape Cod blizzards are fun for guests, but lots of extra work for innkeepers. For me, finding pleasure in the small things that fill each day is the secret to happiness. That and taking pictures to share with you all.
Here are some photos of the rest of this glorious day. If you enjoy this blog, please consider sharing the link with friends. And thanks so much for all your support — we are deeply grateful to all our friends and customers for their help spreading the word about beautiful Woods Hole.


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Alfredo is one of my favorites, and I've found that it can be just as yummy in a lighter version. I'd love to try this one - it has sun-dried tomato pesto!
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LOS ANGELES—With a cast of superheroes and villains, "The Avengers" beat out its competitors to become the big winner at the MTV Movie Awards.
The action romp won three awards Sunday, including the top prize, movie of the year.
"What's the opposite of humbled? We're Biebered to be standing here," said "Avengers" writer-director Joss Whedon as he accepted the final golden popcorn trophy. "This is the award that means the most to me. I am so grateful and very excited for 2015; we're going to bring you 'Avengers 2.'"
"The Avengers" also won best fight and best villain for actor Tom Hiddleston.
Bradley Cooper and show host Rebel Wilson were each double winners. Cooper won the first prize of the night for his performance in "Silver Linings Playbook" and returned to the stage to accept best kiss honours for his smooch with co-star Jennifer Lawrence in that film.
Lawrence, who won the Oscar for her role in "Playbook," was also a double winner, though she wasn't on hand. In addition to the kiss award, she won the golden popcorn for her performance.
Jamie Foxx was a double winner, too. He shared the best WTF moment award with Samuel L. Jackson for their scenes together in "Django Unchained," and later thanked his daughter, parents and siblings in the audience as he accepted the Generation Award for his career in film.
Foxx stars in June's "White House Down."
Wilson, who opened and closed the show wearing Iron Man-style armour, won breakthrough performance for her work in "Pitch Perfect" and shared in the film's award for best musical moment. Its stars, including Brittany Snow and Skylar Astin, opened the show with a mash-up medley.
Other musical acts were Macklemore & Ryan Lewis and Selena Gomez, who debuted her new song, "Come and Get It," with a Bollywood-inspired performance.
The MTV Movie Awards are as much about the anticipated movies of the upcoming summer season as they are about the finest films of last year. Fans vote online for the winners in traditional and irreverent categories such as best fight, best kiss and best shirtless performance.
"Twilight" heartthrob Taylor Lautner won the shirtless award.
The show also included new footage from next month's "Iron Man 3" and the world premiere of "The Hunger Games: Catching Fire" trailer, introduced by one of its stars, Liam Hemsworth.
Stars from other summer films — including Chris Pine, Zoe Saldana and Zachary Quinto from the "Star Trek" sequel and Vin Diesel and Michelle Rodriguez from the "Fast & Furious" franchise — appeared as presenters during the ceremony.
Other presenters included Brad Pitt, Chris Rock, Adam Sandler, Seth Rogen, Zac Efron, Snoop Dogg/Lion and Kim Kardashian.
Hollywood has increasingly used the fan-driven MTV Movie Awards as a platform to promote its summer product. This year, the show was moved up from June to April to incorporate the entire blockbuster season, which begins in early May.
Emma Watson, a star of this summer's "The Bling Ring," received the Trailblazer Award.
Will Ferrell wore a three-piece suit covered in dollar bills to accept the Comedic Genius Award from "Game of Thrones" star Peter Dinklage.
"For those of you sitting here tonight who don't think I'm funny, I'll be happy to fight you in the parking lot after the show," said Ferrell, who is currently at work on "Anchorman 2," slated for release later this year.


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Sony Corp. is inviting media representatives to an event in New York City on Feb. 20, which is ostensibly for the purpose of revealing its next videogame console that has already been dubbed the PlaySation 4.
If true, it would give Sony a jump over arch-rival Microsoft Corp., which has not yet announced plans for its next Xbox, but is widely expected to do so at the industry's E3 gaming conference in June. Sony's actual release plans remain unclear, though unnamed sources told the Wall Street Journal that the console will hit the market "later this year." By the time of the PS4 launch, its predecessor console will have been on the market for seven years, with the Xbox 360 hitting its eighth year of life this fall.
The aging console cycle has been blamed for the sharp drop-off in game sales of late. Total sales of videogame products at U.S. retailers slid 22% in 2012, according to NPD Group. Electronic Arts cited the dynamic as part of the disappointing sales it reported for the December quarter earlier this week, and next week's reports from Activision Blizzard and Take-Two Interactive Software are expected to reflect the same pressures.
But this dynamic is not exactly new. In fact, NPD data shows that revenue from console sales in the U.S. has declined each year since 2008. That – ironically – is the same year that Apple Inc. launched its App Store, which enabled the iPhone and iPod Touch to become massively successful gaming platforms in their own right. While core gamers have continued to buy and use home consoles, much of the casual base has been lured away by the prospect of playing $1 games with no incremental investment in hardware.
That leaves the outlook for the next generation of gaming consoles unclear. Nintendo launched its Wii U in November, but announced this week that sales were a disappointing 3 million units – and included the warning that the current quarter may see only 1 million units in additional sales. Because Nintendo is considered to be the most exposed to casual options like mobile gaming, its lackluster results may not provide the best read-through for the PS4 or next Xbox. But it's not encouraging either.
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The great mass extinctions of the fossil record were a major creative force that provided entirely new kinds of opportunities for the explosive evolution and diversification of surviving species. Today, the synergistic effects of human impacts are laying the groundwork for a comparably great Anthropocene mass extinction in the oceans with unknown ecological and evolutionary consequences. Combined effects of habitat destruction, overfishing, introduced species, warming, acidification, toxins, and massive runoff of nutrients are transforming once complex ecosystems into simplified, microbially dominated ecosystems with boom and bust cycles of toxic dinoflagellate blooms, jellyfish, and disease. We can only guess at the kinds of organisms that will benefit from this mayhem that is radically altering the selective seascape far beyond the consequences of fishing or warming alone. Halting and ultimately reversing these trends will require rapid and fundamental changes in fisheries, agricultural practice, and the emissions of greenhouse gases on a global scale.
William and Mary B. Ritter Professor of Oceanography Scripps Institute of Oceanography, Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, winner of the 2007 BBVA Foundation Award for Scientific Research in Ecology and Conservation Ecology. Dr. Jackson is a marine ecologist and paleontologist whose recent research centers on the historical causes of the modern collapse of coastal marine ecosystems around the world, and on new ways to use this historical perspective for more effective ecological restoration and management. Recent books edited by him include Evolutionary Patterns: Growth, Form, and Tempo in the Fossil Record (2001) and Evolution and Environment in Tropical America (1996).


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(RealSimple.com) -- Readers offer small-budget holiday-gift ideas and other insights on cheap holidays.
Coupons, coupons, coupons! I begin early, and I'm diligent. Start collecting them, make your list, then try to use at least one coupon for each person. The savings will be dramatic. The trick? Don't buy more just because you saved money.
---Donna Panzarino; South Hempstead, New York
Shop with a plan. I never leave the house without concrete ideas and a list of what I am buying and for whom. And don't hit the stores willy-nilly. Go to the departments and aisles that have the items on your list, and do not detour to other areas of the store. You save money and precious time.
--Patti Byrne; High Ridge, Missouri
RealSimple.com: How to avoid holiday family fights
My friends and I exchange birthday gifts but not holiday gifts. Instead, we get together at someone's house to enjoy a glass of wine and wrap presents together. By limiting gift buying to family, it's much easier to stay within my budget.
--Dana Fowler; Santa Ana, California
I like to invent new ideas for saving during the holidays. One way is to come up with a theme for presents and then look for sales. One year I put together game-night packages, which included board games, dice games, or cards (and a green visor for the poker enthusiast). Another time, I created a movie-night motif. (Watch for DVD sales; some stores sell movies for $5 or $9, and you can put them together with popcorn, candy, etc.) Going with a theme helps me save money and is fun, because my whole family likes to get involved.
-- Fiona Lupis; Costa Mesa, California
I think back to the beloved PBS show Mister Rogers' Neighborhood, when Fred Rogers once proudly displayed one of his many signature cardigans -- knit by his mother. With that in mind, I focus on being thoughtful with each gift rather than mindlessly spending a lot of cash.
--Melanie Kalmar; Elk Grove Village, Illinois
RealSimple.com: 50 best holiday cookie recipes
I always keep candles and picture frames on hand that I've picked up for a few dollars on clearance. These small items suit everyone, so when you receive an unexpected present, you always have something ready to toss into a gift bag.
--Erin Brumley; Loveland, Colorado
To save money this holiday season, we will undergo major house renovations. Dollhouse renovations, that is. Instead of spending big bucks on less meaningful gifts for my daughter, we'll remodel a treasured toy that my grandfather crafted for me years ago. With just a few scraps of wallpaper, cedar pieces, and carpet remnants, a dusty relic will be recycled into a bit of Christmas joy.
--Beth Brady; Colebrook, Connecticut
Our family sets an overall budget, then we break it down into how much to spend on extended family, decor, food, and one another. We get cash for that amount and that amount only. As a motivator to stay under budget, any money left over goes toward a fabulous New Year's party.
--Korinne Armour; Prairie Village, Kansas
RealSimple.com: Creative holiday gifts that give back
I remember that Christmas was a holy day long before it was a holiday.
--Joann Speers; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
I spread my gift giving throughout the year. I share my garden and flowers in the summer and fall and baked goods in the cooler weather; I open my home to others all year just to connect. These things seem to be more important to my friends and family than gifts with a bow.
--Barb Brogan; Greenwood, South Carolina
We opt for a family present. One year it was a basket filled with specialty items from the state we live in. On another occasion, it was a Frantz Family Favorites basket, for which my husband and I and all our children chose one thing that was a favorite at the moment. It had everything from jalapeño potato chips to lip balm to college car stickers. This year I have some old family photos that I will copy and put in a frame or a scrapbook. I'm sure it will get us laughing and bring back good memories.
--Stephanie Frantz; Chesapeake, Virginia
RealSimple.com: Etiquette questions, answered: Holidays and gifts
By realizing that what I buy for one day of the year is not as important as what I do the other 364 days.
--Nancy Fawcett; Canfield, Ohio
The 2nd-Annual Big Show-Off Talent Show will, once again, replace gifts. Everyone participates. Last year family members were treated to a play, a rendition of "Santa Baby," an art class, a dramatic poetry reading, magic tricks, and jokes. My husband and I chose to perform with a pair of raw Purdue chickens, singing and dancing to "The Twelve Days of Christmas" while the whole family joined in. Our memories will last much longer than gifts.
--Leah Cupino; Charlottesville, Virginia
Last year I bought everyone books. I chose one on photography for my brother, one about feng shui for my sister-in-law, copies of Jeff Kinney's series Diary of a Wimpy Kid for my children, and a coffee-table book on the Washington Redskins for my father. It saved me money, wrapping paper (I just used beautiful ribbon), and time. It was such a success that I plan on giving books again this Christmas.
--Liza Malinis; Virginia Beach, Virginia
Recycle! My friends and I buy presents for one another from secondhand stores. We reuse gift bags and boxes from previous years and often present baked goods on old plates -- the pretty ones that are no longer part of a complete set. This year I am giving vintage recipe boxes (found at a secondhand store for a dollar or two) filled with my favorite recipe cards and a batch of my signature sweets, Oatmeal Scotchies.
--Tiffany Palisi; Mountain Lakes, New Jersey
RealSimple.com: New uses for holiday things
I make my holiday budget in January, just after all the past season's receipts are organized and the bills are paid. Having a budget based on real numbers and a full 12 months in which to plan helps me stay on track for next year's festivities.
--Amy Materasso; Firestone, Colorado
Last year I decided not to fly home for the holidays. Instead, I invited other holiday orphans over to my house for midday burritos and a movie. Everyone brought one ingredient for the meal, and we watched Pirates of the Great Salt Lake, one of my favorite independent films, in front of the fireplace. One couple even came dressed as swashbucklers (complete with eye patches and swords) for the occasion. It was such a hit, I'm doing it again this year. Only this time, costumes are strongly encouraged for all!
--Patty Malesh; Boulder, Colorado
For years I hosted the traditional sit-down holiday dinner, but everyone would get so full on appetizers that they couldn't really enjoy the meal. Then, 10 years ago, I decided to replace that feast with just hors d'oeuvres, drinks, and desserts. It feels more like a lovely cocktail party, with people mingling and laughing. Cutting out the big, fancy dinner slashed a huge expense from my budget, and we still get to have wonderful holiday food -- just in smaller bites.
--Inell Kirkpatrickv; Puyallup, Washington
RealSimple.com: The twelve lists of Christmas
I've learned that words from the heart are more valuable than what money can buy. I've written absurdly silly poems and little stories for my young niece and nephew, letters filled with recollections of treasured moments for others, and lists of things I adore about someone special. Recording my memories on paper is a gift for me as well as for the recipient.
--Julie Heikes; St. Michaels, Maryland
I host a snack-and-swap party for my girlfriends. Everyone brings over 8 to 10 things (clothing, books, household items, etc.) that she has never used, despite best intentions. We pour wine, eat cheese, display our goods, then "shop" for Christmas gifts in the comfort of my home. Inevitably we all find items that are perfect for our loved ones, without spending a dime.
--Amelia Winslow; Hermosa Beach, California
Each spring, I compile a list of gifts (scarves, afghans, dishcloths) that I can crochet for family, friends, and neighbors. I begin making things early so that when Thanksgiving and Christmas come around, I can relax and enjoy the holidays. It takes planning and time, but homemade gifts are cheaper and more personal. They come from the heart.
--Judith Vance; Olympia, Washington
RealSimple.com: Creative holiday gifts for tots to teens
In the fall, I make a note of which gifts each person would like, and I start comparison-shopping until I find the best deals -- even if that means buying my boyfriend's golf shoes in early November because that's when they are on sale.
--Brittany Garland; Murray, Kentucky
I enter every blog giveaway I can find. Certain sites, like bloggiveaways.blogspot.com, let you know where the free deals are happening. Last year I ended up winning most of my Christmas gifts: a darling handmade apron for my mother-in-law, jewelry for friends, candles to use as hostess gifts, books, a stuffed monkey for my daughter, and even a tie for my dad.
--Natalie Plummer; Chattanooga, Tennessee
I stopped buying gifts for people. I share my home; I share my help; I love them all year long. But I do make great cookies that they look forward to each December.
--Sandi LoConti; Mahwah, New Jersey
I pay cash. No exceptions, and no post-holiday woes.
--Caroline Ochoa; Riverside, California
RealSimple.com: How to save on seasonal items
I create homemade wrapping paper with stamped parchment or collaged magazine clippings. It makes packaging gifts a bit more personal -- and a lot more affordable.
--Brooke Ebersole; Arlington, Tennessee
Instead of buying presents for all our relatives, together we adopt a needy family through our synagogue. We all go to the mall and pick out gifts. It not only is fun and rewarding but also turns out to be less taxing on our budgets.
--Ellen Montoya; Baltimore, Maryland
I shop all year long for things on sale that I know people will love, then stash them away. The biggest difficulty is remembering where I've hidden them. It took me 12 years to find a gift I bought for my husband the first year we were married: a Dilbert key chain and business-card holder. Fortunately, they were still relevant!
--Susan Porath: Madison, Wisconsin
RealSimple.com: The dos and don'ts of sending a holiday letter
We have family all over the country. I have one rule: All presents we send to our relatives must fit in a U.S. Postal Service flat-rate box. It keeps gifts small, and it also saves on shipping.
--Andrea Schmitz; Killeen, Texas
I start with those after-Christmas clearance sales. I try to stock up on items I know people would like. If I find a great deal, I buy three or four of the same thing so I'll never be caught empty-handed. In addition to having less stress around the holidays, I save an incredible amount of money, and I can feel good about being generous with big presents that didn't cost as much as one might think.
--Melinda Redd ; Monticello, Utah
Making our gifts for family and friends helps us to spend less during the holidays. I once put my kids' painted footprints on a welcome mat for the grandparents. It was a great way to stay within my budget and give a personal gift at the same time.
--Lorraine Cross; Garden Grove, California
My family sticks to a $5 limit. You can go über-practical or über-silly. My favorite Christmas present last year? Toilet paper.
--Marissa Kreifels; Omaha, Nebraska
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Hotel de Ville, Brussells
Samuel Prout
The artist's lithographic reproduction of his watercolor
This work appeared originally in Sketches in France, Switzerland and Italy
Title inscribed lower right.
Source: Sketches by Samuel Prout, Plate XII
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|Baptism Record
In 1832, when he was only eleven, his mother, Geneviéve Benoit, died at the age of 32 years. His father remarried later that year.
Adele Guais dit Castonguais was also the great grandchild of a soldier who came from France to fight in the Seven Years War. That soldier was Martin Delmasse who fought in the Guyenne Regiment. She was also the great-great-great-granddaughter of Joseph Payan dit St.Onge, L'Admital de Lac Champlain
Here is one, followed by a closer view
the detail
Here is the other with a closer view
the detail
In the first image Solyme, Adele and their three girls: Mathilde 10, Cordelia 6, and Celenie are living with or in close proximity to Adele's parents Jean Guais/Guay and Angelique Delmasse. In the second larger image, Solyme and Adele with the same children are not in proximity to the Guais/Guay parents/grandparents.
We may safely conclude Solyme brought his family from Québec to Cohoes between the 1861 census of Canada and the 1870 US Federal Census. Perhaps the family moved after the marriage of Matilde in August 1962 but we cannot be certain. Solyme may have made the train ride north alone from Cohoes to St.Césaire for the wedding because the marriage document does not mention the presence of Adele, Mathilde's mother. Perhaps Adele remained in Cohoes with the children.
The last child in the family group is "Adolphine" who was born in Quebec in 1863....probably it was after Adolphine's birth when the family moved.
The Take Away....If you believe "Silliam Beoovah" is indeed the one and same as "Solyme Beauvais", you can believe the Solyme Beauvais family was established in Cohoes by the 1870 census.


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CHIPLEY � What if you wanted to open a facility making parts for airplane engines, but couldn�t find any employees locally with the skills to work the machines needed to machine the parts?
Manufacturing in Northwest Florida
Manufacturing is a key driver in the 12-county regional economy. The region is expected to receive $2.6 billion in total 2013 GDP (gross domestic product) from manufacturing.
* The manufacturing industry directly contributes 14,518 jobs across the Northwest Florida Economy and in the process, generates $985 million in total earnings. This equates to $67,872 in earnings for each worker employed in the industry. The leisure and hospitality industry, by comparison, employs 63,053 workers across the region and generates $1.3 billion in earnings. This equates to roughly $20,600 in earnings for each worker employed in the industry. Manufacturing has a higher economic impact (as measured by earnings) in the region per job generated than any other industry super cluster.
* The manufacturing industry also adds an additional 17,062 jobs indirectly to the economy. For every 1 job in manufacturing, an additional 2.175 jobs are generated in the region.
* Manufacturing is projected to grow more rapidly in Northwest Florida than in any other region in the state.
SOURCE: Northwest Florida Manufacturers Council
CHIPLEY � What if you wanted to open a facility making parts for airplane engines, but couldn�t find any employees locally with the skills to work the machines needed to machine the parts?
Increasingly, manufacturers are having trouble finding employees capable of doing the jobs that need to be done. But now, there is a new council forming that hopes to lay the groundwork for a healthy workforce in Northwest Florida by bringing the various factions of education together with manufacturing leaders to develop a skilled workforce.
The newly formed Northwest Florida Manufacturers Council wants to bring educators and manufacturers together to work on building this workforce, making Northwest Florida more attractive to industries that might want to locate here.
Northwest Florida Manufacturers Council Vice Chairman Allan Bense and Board Member Terry Ellis were in Chipley Monday discussing the new council.
�We�re getting people together and discussing the needs,� Ellis said. �We want to be a voice for all industry thoughout Northwest Florida.�
Bense is president of GAC Contractors in Panama City and served in the Florida House of Representatives from 1998-2006. Ellis is a founding board member. He is manager of West Point Home in Chipley and serves on the Washington County School Board.
Chipola College and Washington County Chamber of Commerce are charter members of the council.
Helping manufacturing companies grow is the aim of the council, Ellis said, which consists of representatives from area employers, educational institutions and economic development and workforce organizations.
The group has been meeting since January to discuss how existing manufacturers can be more successful and how to attract more companies to the region.
The result of those meetings is the formation of the council, which will help companies work together to compete in a global marketplace with a special emphasis on having a skilled workforce.
�We have to change the image of technical education,� Bense said. �There is that impression that students who go to a technical campus are not as successful as their college-bound counterparts, but technical jobs are good paying jobs.�
Bense said certified automotive technicians can earn $70,000 a year, for example. �A lot of the jobs begin at $30,000, and go up from there,� he said. Likewise, most skilled manufacturing positions that pay well above minimum wage require math and science knowledge as well as practical mechanical ability.
�One of the problems is, if you ask a room full of parents �who wants their child to go to college,� most of them will raise their hands. But the truth is we aren�t sending all our kids to college,� Bense said.
Ellis said that in Washington County, 75 percent of the graduates will not go to college. �We need to do a better job of providing that technical education or certification program for these students so they can get out of high school and earn a good living,� Ellis said.
Likewise, a skilled workforce is often a prerequisite for manufacturers to build a facility in a region.
�People aren�t looking at five-year plans anymore,� Ellis said. �They are looking 18 months down the road, and they want to know what you can do for them right now,� when it comes to providing things such as an suitable industrial site or a skilled workforce.
Ellis said there is likely to be a resurgence in manufacturing in the U.S., and to benefit from the resurgence Northwest Florida needs to begin planning now.
The council wants to start by initiating a dialog between public schools, colleges, universities and technical schools along with manufacturing leaders to start working toward the goal of providing essential workforce education, Ellis said.
�I�ve been told that if the students have a certain level of education, then they can be trained in other skills,� Ellis said. �It�s getting the students up to that level, and changing the perception that technical education is somehow lesser than college-oriented education, that we need to work on.�
The form the education will take, and the development of the technical academies, is something to be decided, but that discussion needs to begin as soon as possible, Bense said.
The council currently has more than 25 members and is looking to grow the membership.
�This new council exists to serve the needs of local manufacturers,� said Greg Britton, CEO of Fort Walton Machining and council chairman, in a news release. �By banding together we will increase our influence on a regional, state and national level to ensure our industry continues to prosper.�
Manufacturing is a high value-added industry in the economy, generating the highest earnings per worker of any industry. With more than 15,000 manufacturing jobs already in Northwest Florida, this sector is projected to grow at a higher rate than in other region throughout the state, according to Britton.
�The benefits of membership include promoting job creation and helping to build a skilled manufacturing workforce in the region,� Britton said. �And by speaking with one voice we can help tackle issues and address roadblocks.�
The council also is an affiliate chapter of the Manufacturers Association of Florida, which will offer statewide and national advocacy for members.
The board of directors for the new organization consists of leaders from several companies throughout the region, including Britton. Gulf Power President & CEO Stan Connally and Bense are the vice-chairs of the organization
�The availability of skilled technicians � everything from CNC machinists to welders to chemical process operators � is vital to growing the region�s manufacturing base,� Connally said in the news release. "This council will raise awareness of these high-skill, high-wage careers and will work with education partners throughout the region to grow training programs to prepare future workers for this industry." Other goals for the council will be developed through input from members.
�An organization like this has been needed in our area for a long time, and we hope that local manufacturing companies and partners will see the advantages of being a part of it,� Bense said. �We can make a lot more progress together than we can alone.�
The council is open to manufacturers of all sizes in the Northwest Florida region, as well as affiliate members and vendors who have an interest in the economic success of manufacturers.
The first membership meeting will be held in September. For more information, visit the NWFMC website here.


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I'm digging into our kitchen garbage can to recover items that someone threw into the wrong bin. It's become a ritual of sorts.
I find eggshells from this morning's breakfast, a paper cup, a couple of torn plastic bags and a banana peel.
My husband rolls his eyes and says "yes, yes" as I start my lecture about how every little action counts.
We live in a country that produces more municipal waste per capita than most nations, and where nearly 66 percent of the 250 million tons of garbage we generated in 2010 ended up in landfills.
This is bad news because garbage dumps are a major producer of methane gas in the United States and many other countries. Methane is that often-overlooked greenhouse gas that is 23 times more powerful than carbon dioxide and thus a major contributor to climate change.
(Anybody noticed some strange weather lately?)
Thankfully, I happen to live in a town where a recycling truck does rounds every week to pick up cardboard, plastics, tin cans and other items destined for a second life. Leaves and other yard waste is collected separately and composted into mulch that is later sold back to home owners.
More than 40 percent of my town's waste was recycled in 2011 through these voluntary programs, which everybody I know participates in.
It makes us part of a rapidly growing, green economy that is generating millions of dollars in revenue for forward-looking businesses and thousands of new jobs that didn't exist 10 years ago.
Our milk cartons, wine bottles, magazines, and empty cans are hauled to a nearby recycling sorting plant owned by Waste Management, one of the largest garbage collection and recycling companies in the United States.
The 85 million tons of trash that were recycled or composted in the U.S. in 2010 kept about 186 million metric tons of greenhouse gases from being released into the atmosphere. That is equivalent to taking 36 million cars off the road for a year.
What's more, some of Waste Management's workers who are not already busy recycling are now in the business of turning landfill methane gas into energy or fuel for trucks.
Of course, the less garbage we generate in the first place, the better off our communities and environment will be.
It's becoming increasingly difficult to build landfills in our country and for good reason. In the past, many dumps were located in poor and rural areas where people didn't have the resources or power to fight pollution.
Environmental regulations of such facilities have increased, but people's willingness to live next-door to a garbage dump has not.
This is where America's growing, $14-billion recycling industry comes in. Worldwide, this industry is now worth $200 billion, on par with the gross domestic product of countries such as Portugal and Malaysia, the Bureau of International Recycling reports.
Those banana peel and egg shells I dig out of our kitchen garbage have a job, too. They end up in a compost bin in our back yard where food scraps are slowly transformed into rich soil for the garden.
The compost bin is my very own, green economy.


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Susan Dalsimer Papers
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This isn't the kind of sheepdogs you would expect to read about on a knitting blog. Even an 'alternative, yarn bombing, knit graffiti' knitting blog. These are The Sheepdogs, a Canadian band from my hometown of Saskatoon, and they need your votes. (Plus, besides having a cool band name, they have a great sound)
Vote for The Sheepdogs, if they win, they will be on the Cover of the The RollingStone.
I've been knitting on another pair of seemingly endless stripey wool socks. Music seems to help speed things along, or, maybe just distract me from getting out the measuring tape AGAIN.
Knit On, Rock On


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Performing folk songs from the canon, many of which are featured in the forthcoming Coen brothers film "Inside Llewyn Davis" and its soundtrack, what followed on Sunday night was three-plus hours focused on hard truths and tested faith, on doubt, death and, of course, rocket ships to the moon.
A movie set in the Greenwich Village folk scene of the early 1960s, "Inside Llewyn Davis" features music curated by T Bone Burnett, and though the night bore his imprimatur, it was the artists who burned.
Specifically: Joan Baez, Patti Smith, Jack White, Gillian Welch & David Rawlings, the Punch Brothers, Elvis Costello, Marcus Mumford, the Milk Carton Kids -- take a breath, because the lineup was packed with talent -- Oscar Isaac, the Avett Bros., Conor Oberst, Secret Sisters, Willie Watson, the Carolina Chocolate Drops' Rhiannon Giddens and more delivered sharpened songs on acoustic instruments, singing in pitch perfect tone that left an oft-awestruck audience silently stunned -- then vocally thrilled.
One by one they came, drawn to a stage that over the years has supported some of the greats. It was Bob Dylan's gig at Town Hall 50 years ago, for example, that prompted the New York Times' Robert Shelton to write a rave that helped propel the erstwhile troubadour to stardom.
The Punch Brothers, led by Chris Thile, greeted the crowd with a languid version of "Tumblin' Tumbleweeds," then transitioned into the evening's backing band. Mandolin, banjo, bass, guitar and fiddle, the portable instruments that have carried the music through the decades, drove voices consumed by the spirit of hand-me-down folk.
"Hang me, oh hang me, and I'll be dead and gone," sang Isaac in "Hang Me, Oh Hang Me." The singer and actor plays the titular character in "Inside Llewyn Davis," and the song opens and closes the film. Loosely based on the late singer Dave Van Ronk, "Davis" focuses on the plight of a struggling singer to prove his gift to an often hard and unforgiving world. Isaac's portrayal succeeds because he's such a talented musician.
The night's narrative was driven by something more elusive than plot, though, and the wonder was divided equally between the songs themselves and the many thrilling interpretations. I don't know if I've ever been in a room with so many humans with perfect pitch. Notes soared with pure vocal and instrumental virtuosity as young voices embodied ancient emotions.
Gillian Welch and David Rawlings channeled the Carter Family for "Will the Circle Be Unbroken," a deathly ode to eternal bliss featuring dueling guitar and mandolin solos. Actor/singer Stark Sands, who plays an earnest Southern singer in the film, offered the sweet folk-pop song "Last Thing on My Mind." Lake Street Dive highlighted magnetic vocalist Rachael Price, drawing from folk and jazz for "Go Down Smooth."
Over and over, the boldfaced names proved their status. Jack White delivered a typically raw and honest version of "My Mama's Baby Child," a song over the years interpreted by artists including Bukka White and Lightnin' Hopkins. He also offered one of the evening's sweetest moments, in his song with the White Stripes, "We're Going to Be Friends." Marcus Mumford's rendition of "I Was Young When I Left Home" was utterly heartbreaking: honest, real and without pretense.
Amid a night of so many peaks, though, one raucous moment stood out: Elvis Costello, who was serving as Justin Timberlake's understudy, did a rendition of one of the highlights of "Inside Llewyn Davis." Called "Please Mr. Kennedy," the song is performed in the movie by Timberlake, Isaac and actor Adam Driver, and is a quick-tempoed time capsule to 1962 that features lines about rocket ships.
Onstage, Costello pleaded with the new president in song while Driver, best known for his role as Lena Dunham's off-and-on boyfriend in "Girls," offered wickedly funny harmonies: rocket sounds, lip-blubbers, meteoric accents. Combined with the Punch Brothers' backing, it was a joyous romp amid all the tragedy.
The only quibble was an omission. Though the evening was a celebration of folk music, it was also a benefit concert for the National Recording Preservation Foundation, a nonprofit whose mission is to "preserve and make accessible the recorded history of the United States." It's a noble, incredibly important cultural cause, and though the proceeds of the show will go to the organization, the mission wasn't mentioned during the concert. That was a shame, because the argument of the music's importance was utterly convincing on Sunday.
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|Oracle Workflow Administrator's Guide
Release 2.6.3
Part Number B10283-02
You can control a user's access to the Workflow Monitor in one of two ways. You can either depend on the workflow-enabled application to control access to the Workflow Monitor or provide direct access to the Find Processes web page.
Identify within the logic of your application code, the workflow process instance(s) that a user is allowed to view, and whether to run the monitor in 'ADMIN' or 'USER' mode for that user. You must also provide a means in your application's user interface to call a web browser application that supports Java 1.1.8 and AWT and pass it the Workflow Monitor URL that gets returned from the function WF_MONITOR.GetDiagramURL( )
. The returned URL will have a hidden password attached that provides the user access to the Workflow Monitor in either 'ADMIN' or 'USER' mode. See: GetDiagramUrl, Oracle Workflow API Reference.
Another way to access the Workflow Monitor is to pass the Find Processes URL to a web browser that supports Java 1.1.8 and AWT. The Find Processes page requires user authentication before access. Depending on whether Oracle Workflow is configured to use Oracle Self-Service Web Applications or Oracle HTTP Server security, the user must log in using the appropriate username and password if he or she has not done so for the current browser session. If the user has workflow administrator privileges, the Find Processes web page that appears lets the user search for any workflow process instance. If the user does not have workflow administrator privileges, the Find Processes web page lets the user search for only processes that the user owns, as set by a call to the Workflow Engine SetProcessOwner API. The user can then display the notifications or the process diagram for any of those process instances in the Workflow Monitor. See: Using the Find Processes Web Page.
The Find Processes URL looks similar to the following:
<webagent> is the web agent string that you can retrieve from the WF_WEB_AGENT token in the WF_RESOURCES table by calling WF_CORE.TRANSLATE( ). See: TRANSLATE, Oracle Workflow API Reference.
Note: You can also access the Find Processes web page from the Oracle Workflow home page. See: Accessing the Oracle Workflow Home Page.
For Oracle Applications only, you can add access to the Workflow Monitor to your application by using the Oracle Applications function FND_FNDWFIAS. This function calls the web page wf_monitor.show.
You can add this function to the Navigate menu of a user's responsibility or call the function from an Oracle Applications form. See: Menus Window, Oracle Applications Developer's Guide and Overview of Form Development Steps, Oracle Applications Developer's Guide.
If you call FND_FNDWFIAS without passing any parameters in the call, then wf_monitor.show displays the Find Processes web page.
If you want to specify a process instance to display, you must pass the function the following parameters:
When you pass these parameters, wf_monitor.show displays the Workflow Monitor Notifications List web page for the specified process instance.
You can call the function FND_FUNCTION.EXECUTE to execute FND_FNDWFIAS specifying your parameters. See: FND_FUNCTION.EXECUTE, Oracle Applications Developer's Guide. Use the following syntax:
' ITEM_KEY='||<item_key>||' ADMIN_MODE='||<admin_mode>||
' ACCESS_KEY='||(wf_monitor.GetAccessKey('<item_type>',
'<item_key>', '<admin_mode>' )));
The function FND_FNDWFIAS uses Oracle Applications function security to control user access. See: Overview of Function Security, Oracle Applications System Administrator's Guide and Overview of Menus and Function Security, Oracle Applications Developer's Guide.
Note: In Oracle Applications, you can also call the function FND_UTILITIES.OPEN_URL to open a web browser and have it connect to a specified URL, such as the Find Processes URL or a Workflow Monitor diagram URL. However, this function does not use Oracle Applications function security. See: FND_UTILITIES:Utility Routine, Oracle Applications Developer's Guide.


text: Hello, I have 3 ISPConfig3 stand-alone servers(1), each one provides DNS and mail accounts for its own websites. I'd like to replicate only the DNS changes between the 3 servers, regardless of where the changes are made. Is this possible with IC3? Thank you in advance (1) all the 3 servers are installed using "The Perfect Server - Debian Squeeze (Debian 6.0) With BIND & Dovecot [ISPConfig 3]".