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A First Bilateral Effort
Negotiating a Migration Accord
Mexico and the United States announced actions today [June 22] that are intended to reinforce safety along their shared 1,900-mile border in a bid to protect the lives of Mexicans who attempt to enter U.S. territory illegally. Mexico's Foreign Minister Jorge Castañeda said that Washington "for the first time" has included migration matters on its bilateral agenda. This unprecedented accord will be integrated into a broader agreement that is currently being negotiated. The final treaty is expected to include measures granting temporary permits for Mexicans to work in the United States and residency status to undocumented Mexican immigrants already living there.
According to the communiqué presented simultaneously in Mexico City and Washington, D.C., the two governments agreed on urgent measures to prevent incidents such as the deaths on May 14 of undocumented Mexicans in the Arizona desert. They had been abandoned far from any road or town by traffickers and died of exposure.
The United States will review and, if necessary, modify its border-control operations. Mexico, for its part, has committed to launching information campaigns warning would-be emigrants of the risks involved and to helping prevent the entry of undocumented Mexicans into the United States.
The Mexican border police will be provided with nonlethal weapons such as rifles that fire rubber bullets and pepper spray to be used to "dissuade" those who attempt to emigrate to the northern country, said the authorities. The two governments indicated that they would coordinate efforts to attend to the problems that affect border security in order to reduce the risks confronting the migrants, the authorities, and the border communities.
The bilateral agreement also gives highest priority to cracking down on migrant smugglers and the criminal organizations that offer illegal passage into the United States. The smuggling rings charge each person in the thousands of dollars—often paid by family or friends already living there.
An estimated 838 Mexicans cross the border each day in search of greater opportunities in the United States, home to more than 20 million people who were born in Mexico or are the children of Mexicans. Since January, more than 157 people have died in their attempts to enter the United States illegally. The tragedies occur mostly because they have followed less-watched routes, and those are also the most dangerous. The migrants often face extreme heat in the desert, cold in the mountains, or perilous river crossings.
On May 25, after a telephone conversation, President George W. Bush and Mexican President Vicente Fox announced they would do everything necessary to prevent such tragedies from occurring again. The announcement of the border-security efforts was moved forward, though Castañeda had said that they would be postponed until a broader accord was reached, one that includes "permanent visas for Mexicans, a 'guest workers' program, and the legalization of the undocumented who are in the United States today." This could not be put off any longer, because human safety and lives are at stake, said Enrique Berruga, Mexico's deputy foreign minister.
But according to the Colegio de la Frontera Norte, a Mexican research center that studies the migration phenomenon, the United States maintains a police-heavy vision for controlling the immigration of Mexicans, making it impossible to eliminate incidents that end in deaths and to eradicate people-trafficking rings.
Mexico's National Population Council, a government entity, warned that emigration to the United States would continue even if all possible controls and barriers were installed. The flow of Mexicans northward occurs also because of ties with family members already residing in the United States, says the council. Fox made the suggestion to Bush that the U.S. government should eventually open the border for people wishing to cross into the other country. Bush received the proposal, but reacted with caution.
Despite the different perspectives on the migratory phenomenon, Fox has been the first to get the United States to discuss the matter openly and to try to hammer out a common policy. Migration-related problems prompted several clashes between Mexican President Ernesto Zedillo (1994-2000) and U.S. President Bill Clinton (1993-2001), mostly triggered by unilateral actions taken by Washington, migrant deaths, and human-rights violations committed by border police. Now the two countries are working as a team, Fox declared. Both he and Bush have stated that they maintain a close working relationship on the matter.
The negotiations underway about the guest-worker program, meanwhile, have won criticism from nongovernmental organizations (NGOs). The National Coalition for Dignity and Amnesty for Undocumented Immigrants, an umbrella for 250 NGOs in the United States, said it opposes the temporary work program because it does not offer residency rights and does not provide Social Security benefits for those who cross the border in order to satisfy the U.S. demand for cheap labor.


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Halloween is upon us! Whether you're visiting a haunted house with your friends or watching your neighborhood fill up with trick-or-treaters, it's always a good idea to stock up on your favorite hot cocoa, apple cider or a fresh cup of coffee with some seasonally appropriate stoneware mugs.
Sunset Hill Stoneware works with countless businesses that like to get scary during the fall or even all year long in some cases. Read on to find just a few of our favorite pieces of spooky stoneware that will make your Halloween.
Burial Chamber
We would be remiss if we didn't mention one of our local favorites for Halloween frights! Found just up the road in our hometown of Neenah, Burial Chamber is the largest haunted house complex in the Midwest and a unique way to get your thrills on a dark October night.
The complex hosts three different haunted house experiences to scare the pants off its guests, plus a burial simulation that's not for the claustrophobic or faint of heart. Burial Chamber has been voted as one of the most unique overall haunted houses through the Visitor's Choice Awards, along with a truckload of other accolades for its unorthodox scare methods.
To make up for being scared out of your wits multiple times throughout your journey, you can find unique logo mugs in Burial Chamber's gift shop. These beautiful mugs feature the chilling skull logo in the center of the medallion that'll give you a little fright every time you take it out for your morning cup of coffee.
Burial Chamber offers several stoneware styles for its guests to take home from year to year. For example, in 2018 visitors can find the Dale Barrel and Executive Slim mugs in Lava Rock and Galaxy Night, plus the Good Mornin' bowl. The complex has also offered the Potbelly and other smaller mug styles in the past as well.
Cat Coven
The apparel and mugs you'll find through online retailer Cat Coven are perfect for those looking for a witchy vibe, those who love cats and those who love covens.
The brainchild of Brooklyn-based illustrator Kjersti Faret, Cat Coven describes itself as "a lifestyle brand for the weirdos, the magical and the feminists." Faret designs all of the artwork for the products herself and does the bulk of the printing on her own as well. Moreover, much like Sunset Hill Stoneware's American-made products, all Cat Coven apparel and accessories are domestically made or otherwise responsibly sourced.
Sporting dozens of different T-shirt styles with Halloween-themed designs, Cat Coven is the perfect place to find accessories, art and home décor with a spooky touch. Whether it's tank tops or woven blankets, the shop's products tend to sell out quickly. It helps to follow the official Instagram and Facebook accounts to know when new products are about to launch.
Just in time for Halloween, Cat Coven released a set of mugs in some of our most popular accented black glazes, including Tigers Eye, Silvery Night, Galaxy Night and Dark Mint. Two of the newest styles feature two fuzzy kittens peeking out the eyes of a jack-o-lantern, plus a mug design featuring a cute rat wearing a witch's hat.
Other designs have been available on our Potbelly mugs through the brand's online store since early 2018, including designs featuring a dragon, a bat and a sphinx.
Iron Bean Coffee Company
Continuing its tradition of debuting seasonal stoneware around major holidays, Iron Bean Coffee Company debuted its 2018 Halloween mugs a few weeks before Oct. 31 with an extra dose of the spook factor.
Taking inspiration from slasher films like Friday the 13th and Nightmare on Elm Street, the medallions on Iron Bean's Halloween stoneware feature the company's mascots, Nori and Dylan, trick-or-treating as a couple and wearing creepy masks. The original edition of these mugs featured the company's name backfilled in our red glaze for a blood splatter effect to drive the slasher theme home.
This unique Halloween mug was released in our Potter's Delight mug style, along with a more exclusive run for the company's superfans in our Good Mornin' kitchenware bowl. Both styles were originally offered in our classic Midnight Black glaze.
Some of Iron Bean Coffee Company's luckiest fans also received a few twists on the Halloween edition mugs and bowls. A few bowls were backfilled with black glaze instead for a special monochrome look, while we took some of the mugs to the lab and experimented on them with the blood-red top of our Cranberry Bog glaze. The result was just as spooky as the original, with a red sheen that gave us a real fright when it came out of the kiln.
Since these were part of a limited-edition batch, the mugs may be hard to come by for new collectors of Iron Bean's merchandise. Find the company's complete line of Sunset Hill Stoneware products on our blog.
Warrior Culture Gear
While not strictly Halloween-oriented, the motivational mugs we make for lifestyle brand Warrior Culture Gear err on the side of scary and hardcore with plenty of skull designs. One of the more recent additions to the collection is a Java Taster in our brand-new Autumn Fire glaze.
Featuring designs that run the gamut from veteran-oriented to classic horror movies, Warrior Culture Gear appeals to the toughness in everyone. Appropriately for fall, the unique coffee mugs feature a skull in the medallion labeled with the phrase, "Death before decaf." As a limited-edition release, only 100 of these autumnal mugs were made and sold to Warrior Culture Gear fans.
While "Death before decaf" is a strong position, we can't disagree. Nor could scores of fans. These limited edition mugs sold out within a matter of hours through the company's Facebook page and website. More exclusive, unique mugs will likely be released in the future through the official Facebook page and other social media platforms as well to accompany the brand's coffee blends.
No matter which beverage you like to drink from them, your Sunset Hill Stoneware mugs can be just as unique as your business, with any sort of design from spooky to detailed and delicate to downright festive. The only limit to what we can create is your imagination.


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Star-spangled Friendship: Four U.S. Presidents, Eight Visits to Israel
Barack Obama, who's coming next week, was preceded by Richard 'No kippah at Yad Vashem' Nixon, Bill 'Beloved' Clinton, to name but a few.
When Barack Obama touches down in Israel next Wednesday, he will be the fifth sitting U.S. president to visit the country. Here's another statistic: he'll be the third who didn't drop by during his first term, but is coming in the second one.
How else does his visit stack up to those leaders of the free world who came before him?
Richard Nixon
• Date of visit: June 16-17, 1974
• Presidential term: Second
• Length of visit: 24 hours
• Accompanied by: First Lady Pat Nixon and Secretary of State Henry Kissinger
• Notable events: State dinner with Israeli leaders; visited Golda Meir at her home in Rehavia, Jerusalem; went to Yad Vashem.
In 1974, six months after the conclusion of the Yom Kippur War, U.S. President Richard Nixon became the first U.S. president to ever visit Israel. He arrived from Damascus with his wife and Secretary of State Henry Kissinger in tow.
His 24-hour jaunt began on June 16 of that year and ended the very next day. Yet he managed to include a visit with then Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin (who had just begun his first stint at Israel's helm earlier that month), to deliver what some pundits called a rambling speech on foreign policy, and to deliver a delicate dance around the subject of Watergate, which was already dogging him.
A short history of U.S. presidential visits to Israel
Nixon ruffled some feathers by initially refusing to visit the Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial and Museum in Jerusalem. He did finally acquiesce but refusing to don a kippah at the site.
While no agreements were inked during his time here, he made history simply by being the first incumbent American president to step foot on Israeli soil, paving the way for presidents to come.
Jimmy Carter
• Date of visit: March 10-13, 1979
• Presidential term: First
• Length of visit: Four days
• Accompanied by: First Lady Rosalynn Carter
• Notable events: Peace negotiations concerning Egypt treaty; live-broadcast of Knesset address; visit to Yad Vashem
Jimmy Carter was the second U.S. president to arrive, on March 10, 1979, just a few weeks before Egypt and Israel would sign their landmark peace agreement on the White House lawn.
His four-day visit, which was instrumental in brokering that deal, included a visit to Yad Vashem (kippah included), meetings with U.S. and Israeli officials involved in the peace negotiations, and an address to the Knesset, broadcast live on Israeli television. He arrived from Cairo with his wife Rosalynn Carter.
William Jefferson Clinton
First trip
• Date of visit: October 27-28, 1994
• Presidential term: First
• Length of visit: Two days
• Accompanied by: First Lady Hillary Clinton
• Notable events: Knesset address; met with senior Israeli official
Second trip
• Date of visit: November 5-6, 1995
• Presidential term: First
• Length of visit: Two days
• Accompanied by: First Lady Hillary Clinton
• Notable events: Attended the funeral of Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin
Third trip
• Date of visit: March 13-14, 1996
• Presidential term: First
• Length of visit: Two days
• Accompanied by: Alone; First Lady Hillary Clinton did not accompany him
• Notable events: Pledged $100 million to Israel for fighting terror
Fourth trip
• Date of visit: December 12-15, 1998
• Presidential term: Second
• Length of visit: Four days
• Accompanied by: First Lady Hillary Clinton
• Notable events: Last-ditch attempt to broker Israeli-Palestinian peace plan
No president has been more visible in Israel than Bill Clinton, who paid a total of four visits to the Jewish state during his two terms in office and became hugely popular among Israelis.
His first visit, from October 27-28, 1994, included a Knesset address and meetings with senior officials. The second visit was significantly more somber; Clinton arrived on November 5, 1995 to attend the funeral of Rabin. He left the following day.
He returned four months later, on March 13, 1996, for a two-day visit tied to an Egyptian peace summit and anchored by a $100-million commitment to help Israel fight terrorism. This was the only visit on which he was not accompanied by his wife Hillary.
Clinton's final stop in Israel as president came on December 12, 1998, when he labored over the Israeli-Palestinian peace process, took time to light Hanukkah candles with Israeli children, and like his predecessor two decades before him, dodged his own impeachment rumors.
George W. Bush
First trip
• Date of visit: January 9-11, 2008
• Presidential term: Second
• Length of visit: Three days
• Accompanied by: Alone; First Lady Laura Bush did not accompany him
• Notable events: Met with Prime Minister Ehud Olmert; met with President Shimon Peres; visited Yad Vashem
Second trip
• Date of visit: May 14-16, 2008
• Presidential term: Second
• Length of visit: Three days
• Accompanied by: First Lady Laura Bush
• Notable events: Celebrated 60 years of Israeli statehood; Tried, without success, to broker peace between Israel and the Palestinians.
George W. Bush first arrived in Israel at the twilight of his second term, squeezing in two visits during his eighth year as president.
The first, from January 9-11, 2008, included a parley in Ramallah with Mahmoud Abbas, president of the Palestinian Authority, and the outlining of concrete terms for a two-state solution, something he hoped to accomplish before leaving office.
He was not accompanied by his wife Laura, who had visited Israel solo in 2005 during a goodwill trip to the Middle East, but the first lady did accompany him when he returned in May 2008. That trip, from May 14-16, was made to promote Israel's 60th anniversary and carry out last-ditch efforts to broker a two-state solution before leaving office.
As for Barack Obama, this will be his first trip as a sitting president, though it isn't his first to the Holy Land. He's scheduled to come for three days, from March 20 to 22, though Rome-watchers had fretted that his visit could be truncated if the Vatican conclave chosen an American to be the next pope, necessitating a dash to Rome.
During his visit he'll be getting up close and personal with an Iron Dome battery, hold a joint press conference with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and give a speech not at the Knesset but directly to the Israeli public, complete with audience members handpicked by the U.S. Embassy via a contest on Facebook. He will be joined by newly-minted Secretary of State John Kerry and an entourage large enough to require booking the entire King David Hotel, as did George W. Bush before him.
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First let me start by saying upon arrival I have never in the 9 years of RVing been greeted by a more friendly, professional owner/staff. When first driving up to the gate house you can tell that this is a really nice RV resort. Fully gated with wrought iron gates and security cameras. You are given a key card at check in to re enter into the resort when coming back in after leaving. Very safe, easy and secure. When we were greeted by the owner and did the whole 2 minutes of paper work, which was ready for us when we arrived. He took us on the golf cart for a quick cruise around the park to show us were all the amenities and were the facilities were. We were then guided to our spot #15, what a great view of the lake. All sites are concrete w/30-50 amp service. The nicest and cleanest bathrooms we have ever been in. The laundry room was immaculate, new washer and dryers, folding table and again a great view of Lake Norman. They also have a huge outdoor bar/ pavilion that over looks the lake, with a flat screen TV and fans. Bring your swim suit and fishing pole, glad we did. You can go swimming, rent a pontoon boat, kayak, paddle boat or just enjoy sitting on one of 3 boat docks and fish. They are very pet friendly, with a gated dog area and doggie clean up bags and trash cans through out the park. This should be a must on your list of places to stay if anywhere near the Charlotte area. Also close to all the major race shops. We will definitely be returning to this resort. We camped at Lake Norman Motor Coach Resort in a Motorhome.


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"You can own a gun and still be responsible. For instance, I freeze mine in a block of ice. When I hear someone downstairs, I lift it out of the freezer and smash it on the ground. By the time I'm able to retrieve it, they've ran, or I realize it's someone I know. Water is free, and a used freezer is $400, but I'd pay for that over someone's life any day."
—Jeremy Renner
On owning a gun
"Writing's about failure. If someone reads a piece you wrote and doesn't rush to mail it in an envelope addressed to 'P.O. BOX CLOSEST FIRE,' you're not making progress."
—Ta-Nehisi Coates
On becoming a writer
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Myth 2: Carbs are carbs—it doesn't matter what kind of carbs you eat
Fact: Not all carbs are the same. There are simple and complex carbs, and each has different effects on our bodies
Simple carbs are digested easily and are usually found on processed foods and drinks. Because they're digested easily, they don't keep you full longer and cause blood sugar spikes which can lead to serious health problems such as diabetes, heart diseases, and damage to vital organs. Candies, biscuits, and soda are examples of simple carbs and are considered empty calories as they contain hardly any other nutrients.
Complex carbs on the other hand slow digestion, keep the blood sugar level and curb cravings. They contain complex chain of sugar, fiber, healthy fats, and other vitamins and minerals. Unrefined and wholegrain foods such as brown rice, wholegrain breads and pasta as well as quinoa and starchy vegetables like sweet potatoes and beans are examples of complex carbs.
Fruits are considered simple carbs, but they contain natural sugar (fructose), and are loaded with vitamins and minerals as well as fiber which aids in slowing down digestion, making them healthy choices.
Myth 3: White foods are bad
Fact: Let's not discriminate, shall we?
While it is true that white foods such as white rice and other processed grains and sweets can quickly raise blood sugar and are known to promote weight gain, there are other white foods that are rich in carbohydrates and other essential nutrients. These include potatoes, apples, beans, and even cauliflower. The key is to find foods that have a more robust nutritional profiles and, of course, exercise portion control. Anything consumed in excess is bad and is fattening. But a medium-sized baked potato can provide potassium, fiber, and even vitamin C, so please enjoy it!
Myth 4: Glycemic Index is all that matter
Fact: Glycemic index alone won't do the cut, it should be used along with other tools and common sense
Glycemic index (GI) is a relative ranking of carbohydrate in foods according to how they affect blood sugar levels. Experts agree that while it is a good tool, it shouldn't be used in isolation. Other qualities such as calories, nutrients, and fiber should all be considered.
We should practice our own discretion in choosing between an artificially-sweetened chocolate candy versus a mango or watermelon (which has a higher GI).
Myth 5: Low-carb diets are always healthier
Fact: Nixing carbs from your diet may have negative effects
Not really. Just because you are on a low-carb diet doesn't mean it's healthier. Remember that carbs are our bodies preferred fuel and consuming too less of them can leave us sluggish and affect our brain's performance. When we have too little carbs, our bodies are forced to convert fat into fuel (known as ketosis) and this can lead to buildup of ketones, a byproduct of the process. This has adverse health effects such as nausea, difficulty focusing mentally, and even bad breath.
Carbohydrates play an important role in a healthy, well-balanced diet. It's all about finding the right balance and opting for nutrient-dense foods while keeping to our calorie limits.
We fear what we don't know, hence we should look for credible sources and seek professional help. Don't write off carbs completely just because you heard a friend of a friend said it's evil.


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For a long time, malware has been the leading factor contributing to the downfall of may e-commerce websites. According to a report by Labs Threat Report by McAfee published on June 2017, more than 244 new cyber threats were reported each and every minute in 2017, which translates to more than four threats per second.
Unknown to many CIO's and eCommerce managers, these malware infections can have a very negative impact on their traffic and customer experience. While online shoppers are unaware of why this happens when shopping, the worst part is that site owners usually have no insight of these ongoing malware activities. What the managers see are their effects which come in form of unexplained decreases in their website's conversion rates which in turn leads to revenue loss.
In order to have success with your eCommerce website and be in a good position to compete with giant eCommerce stores like Amazon, eCommerce managers have to ensure that their websites provide optimal customer experience. This means ensuring that their website is free from competing for product ads and distracting pop-ups that tends to take away their website's hard-earned traffic. This mostly happens when consumers accidentally download malware as they go about shopping on your website by trying free software bundles, using bad extensions, and accessing unsecured WiFi networks.
Just a single successful attack on your website can lead to very serious damages on your business leading to financial losses, or worse still, affecting your brand's reputation. The good news is that you can protect your customer experiences by leveraging a number of security solutions. Some of these solutions include encrypting their data, updating their software regularly, putting a firewall, installing client-side malware protection, using strong passwords, avoiding storing very sensitive information and adopting a card verification system.
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Sisterhood of the Unraveling Pants or What Has Politics Done to Women? Huffington Post "There's a place in Hell reserved for women who don't help other women." Madeleine Albright, keynote speech at Celebrating Inspiration luncheon with the WNBA's All-Decade Team, 2006. I'm not sure if we're tired of that quote yet; it's been used and used again, sometimes mangled beyond recognition, by women making a point about sisterhood and who we're supposed to be rooting for.
A STUDY IN PINK: Convention Speeches Reveal Limited Political Roles for … The Horn (blog) Whether it's their clothes or their all-American romances, political wives draw attention for everything except their politics. But this isn't a case of gender stereotyping… it just reveals a larger gender hurdle.
Ann Romney, Michelle Obama use their star power to woo female voters The Hill During a cycle in which both presidential campaigns need to move the dial on the female vote, Michelle Obama and Ann Romney are making an obvious bid for their attention.
Women Voters Key for Obama's Re-election … frankfort.patch.com The First Lady's speech highlights how, in a 50-50 nation, the narrative that wins this fight may …
Fox News poll: Obama ticket has edge after conventions wrap up Fox News The president receives a five percentage-point bounce among women and a 12-point bounce among independents, in a Fox News poll released Wednesday.
Political parties must look beyond gender – Kpessa Whyte Citifmonline A Research Fellow at the Institute of African Studies, Dr. Michael Kpessa Whyte has advised political parties to look beyond "just the gender identity and look more for other variables that may broadly appeal to the electorate.


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As the debate around the fiduciary standard continues, lawmakers have once again expressed concern about whether the application of a fiduciary standard may raise the cost of advice for consumers, cutting off access to investment advice for the middle class.
Yet even as this anti-fiduciary argument persists, a closer look reveals just how ridiculous it is. The RIA marketplace is not less profitable than the brokerage world due to its fiduciary compliance costs; in fact, brokers are finding the fiduciary RIA world so much more appealing that the breakaway broker trend has persisted for years.
Instead, the real challenge is that the market for advice is so complex, consumers have trouble choosing at all, and as research has shown, such environments of "information asymmetry" can lead to a "market for lemons" where the quality declines as dishonest businesses drive the honest ones away. In turn, this suggests that in the end, applying a consistent fiduciary standard for those who offer advice may actually be the single best way to drive down the cost of advice for consumers!


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I have been looking at this quilt for a long time. It's the Snow Chateau by Michael Miller. When a LQS had it on sale. I bought it. I do love the quilt. I am trying to make a wall hanging for my house for each season. So I needed a winter one.
This quilt was nothing but problems. The directions....wrong. The cutting....wrong. The piecing....wrong. Directions had miss steps. The quilt turn out to be a different size then what it's supposed to be. Had to piece together some strips to make it work. The directions are just totally wrong. Then and since the center is off.....then the borders to fit it is off. Had to figure out what size for the border to be....to fit.
Well, it is done. The only good thing is.....I didn't had to purchase more fabric to make it work. That would be a whole different can of worms. I have contacted Michael Miller web site about this....and you know the drill....sorry about your....!! I have just contacted the LQS and I am waiting to see. But, after all of this, I do like the quilt. Wish the corner squares where a little different. If I had more fabric to fussy cut out better.
So a warning to you. Watch out for this quilt. There are just sooo many problems still with the directions. But it did push me to do some figuring and test me on my quilting skills....just a lot of moments that had me going .... HHmmmm....if I did this, would it work. And it did...!!


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No matter whether its TAKS or STAAR, there is an elephant in the schoolyard on Texas testing – and that is student performance. To quote a well-writtten op-ed piece in Houston Chronicle's Sunday Outlook Section, "in general, the percentage of students passing is high and continues to rise. But passing isn't good enough.
…students who simply pass the exams are not ready for the next level of study. Just passing third grade reading does not make you ready to move to fourth grade reading; just passing ninth grade math does not mean you will be successful in 10th grade math.
Lots of parents and students didn't know this under TAKS, and they still don't know it under STAAR. So what does predict readiness? in the TAKS system, students had to score a higher number of correct answers and earn a performance level called 'commended.' In the new STAAR system, this higher level is called 'advanced.'" Let's get the word out and get our students prepared for meaningful futures. If you want more information the not-for-profit Houston A+ Challenge is a great place to start!


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AT&T to Test ReplayTV
AT&T Broadband and ReplayTV will start a joint marketing trial of ReplayTV's personal video recorder (PVR) system to AT&T digital cable subscribers in Boston and Denver later this month.
The ReplayTV devices, which will be standard ReplayTV units with AT&T branding, will be marketed directly to AT&T customers at a "special offer" price, according to ReplayTV Vice President of Business Development M3 Sweatt. The units will be sold to up to 5,000 customers in each market for use with their existing Motorola DCT-2000 digital set-tops.
"We hope to mutually gain insight as to how the ReplayTV system adds value to digital subscriptions and impacts the retention and satisfaction of individual customers," says Sweatt. ReplayTV is also involved in PVR trials with Time Warner Cable and Comcast and has formed a joint venture with Charter Communications, Motorola and Vulcan Ventures to integrate PVR functionality into cable set-tops.


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Winter bites back: Freeze watch in valley, snow, icy conditions predicted for Sierra
How to protect tender plants from frost as temperatures drop
After a relatively mild, dry winter, cold temperatures are set to return to Northern California, which could affect travel plans during the latter part of the Presidents Day weekend, the state Department of Transportation warns.
Cold air pushing in on Sunday will see overnight temperatures drop to the upper 20s in Sacramento, according to the National Weather Service. A freeze watch is in effect for the valley through Wednesday morning, though no rain is predicted in the area, according to the weather service.
Sacramento has seen 7.8 inches of rainfall this weather season, which began Oct. 1. No rain has fallen in the city since Jan. 25.
Busy holiday travel weekend in the mountains! Snow expected Sunday afternoon - Monday evening. It won't be snowing that entire time but slick roads & chain controls possible periodically! Plan ahead! #cawx pic.twitter.com/yGWp9V8y7Q— NWS Sacramento (@NWSSacramento) February 17, 2018
The Sierra will see below-freezing temperatures, with lows in the mid-teens, and an expected 4 to 6 inches of snow. Snow levels will drop below 3,000 feet, meaning it will fall as low as the foothills.
Headed our way: potentially the coldest air of the season! So just how cold has it gotten so far this winter around interior NorCal? Take a look! #cawx pic.twitter.com/dzT6buNYr7— NWS Sacramento (@NWSSacramento) February 17, 2018
As a result, Caltrans has issued a traffic alert for the region through Wednesday, urging motorists to be prepared for "slick and icy conditions" on mountain roadways. Chain controls on Interstate 80 over Donner Summit and U.S. Highway 50 over Echo Summit should be expected Sunday night through Monday morning, Caltrans predicted.
Caltrans is also warning motorists to anticipate delays and closures, as road conditions "can change rapidly" during winter weather.
Barbara Harvey: 916-321-1821, @barbaraaharvey


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Software maker Macromedia announced a new product Monday based on RoboDemo, an application it acquired last year from San Diego-based eHelp for creating technical tutorials and other training presentations. Captivate automatically records all on-screen activity on a user's PC, for playback later as an interactive demonstration or simulation of a piece of software.
Captivate is intended for corporate trainers, tech support desks, salespeople and other workers who need to create easily shared demonstrations of software. "As more organizations invest in software as a critical component of their infrastructure, Captivate enables them to train users rapidly and more efficiently," Tom Hale, Macromedia general manager, said in a statement. Captivate is set to go on sale later this month, priced at $499 for the full version or $299 for those upgrading from a previous version of RoboDemo.


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Paper Craft Crew Challenge 279 – Altenew LLC Golden Feather
Welcome back to the Paper Craft Crew Challenge! This week we have an inspiration challenge.
So…Mardi Gras. No one I know sends cards for Mardi Gras. Do people do this? I can imagine a party invitation, but not a card. And I don't throw parties, so it's not something I'd do. Long ago I had a stamp set for this from Kitchen Sink Stamps, but I'm not sure I have it anymore. So looking at this, I decided to use feathers in the colors of Mardi Gras, but NOT to make a Mardi Gras card. Lookie:
GOJUS! I was skeptical that this would look like anything that I would like, much less anything else, but I was really happy with the bright colors with all the white card stock.
The mix of colors where the feathers lay over each other and the big splatter from Altenew's Watercolor frames really makes me happy. I also used My Favorite Things Distressed patterns because once I splatter, I have a hard time stopping! Adding the additional splatters with Altenew's Warm Sunshine ink really makes this card!
I decided to use the Altenew Inline Alphabet dies for my greeting. I cut the letters three times from 110 lb. Neenah Solar White and stacked them up to get more dimension. I also added that little bit of Little B washi tape there on the edge, and it added a nice finishing touch along with the purple Baker's twine.
A few sparkling clear sequins was just the right finishing touch! I was really pleased with how this came out.
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Below is my list of products that I used, and I have used compensated affiliate links where they were available, as I now participate in affiliate programs for Simon Says Stamp, Amazon, Ellen Hutson LLC, Scrapbook.com, Gina K, Sizzix, and Blick Art Supplies. Stampin' Up! links go to my BFF Wendy Weixler's store, who does not pay me except in eternal friendship, but you can change to your favorite demonstrator if you prefer. Buying through these links costs you nothing extra and helps support my blog and my artistic endeavors, and I thank you.
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Hobby Lobby Caught Smuggling Stolen Artifacts
"(CNN)Hobby Lobby agreed to forfeit thousands of artifacts from modern-day Iraq and pay a $3 million fine to resolve a civil action the Justice Department brought against the company, according to court documents.
The DOJ said the company received the falsely labeled artifacts from a United Arab Emirates-based supplier.
The artifacts, ancient cuneiform tablets and clay bullae, were smuggled into the United States through the United Arab Emirates and Israel, Justice officials said. Cuneiform is an ancient system of writing on clay tablets that was used in Mesopotamia, and clay bullae are balls of clay on which seals have been imprinted."
Read more here: http://www.cnn.com/2017/07/05/us/hobb...


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"Jesus was either a Liar, a Lunatic, or Lord."
- C.S. Lewis
Overview: The majority of early Christians were Jewish. During the time of the writing of the book of Hebrews (before A.D. 70), they were experiencing great persecution. Not only that, they were anticipating the return of Christ and it seemed His return was being delayed. Both of these two factors caused these early believers to question if becoming Christians was the right thing to do. Hebrews was written to these wondering Jews to remind them to continue to stand in their new faith in Jesus Christ. In chapter four, the author (unknown, but suggested to have been Paul, Apollos, or perhaps Barnabas) speaks of a rest that is found in God and he encourages them that they may enter into this rest now! He goes on in the chapter to speak of the power of God's Word. Lastly, he speaks of the believer's posture in prayer.
Memory Verse: Hebrews 4:12 - For the Word of God is living and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the division of soul and spirit, and of joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.
Hebrews 4
1 Therefore, since a promise remains of entering His rest, let us fear lest any of you seem to have come short of it. 2 For indeed the gospel was preached to us as well as to them; but the word which they heard did not profit them, not being mixed with faith in those who heard it. 3 For we who have believed do enter that rest, as He has said:
"So I swore in My wrath, 'They shall not enter My rest,'"
although the works were finished from the foundation of the world. 4 For He has spoken in a certain place of the seventh day in this way: "And God rested on the seventh day from all His works"; 5 and again in this place: "They shall not enter My rest."
6 Since therefore it remains that some must enter it, and those to whom it was first preached did not enter because of disobedience, 7 again He designates a certain day, saying in David, "Today," after such a long time, as it has been said:
"Today, if you will hear His voice, Do not harden your hearts."
8 For if Joshua had given them rest, then He would not afterward have spoken of another day. 9 There remains therefore a rest for the people of God. 10 For he who has entered His rest has himself also ceased from his works as God did from His.
11 Let us therefore be diligent to enter that rest, lest anyone fall according to the same example of disobedience. 12 For the word of God is living and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the division of soul and spirit, and of joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart. 13 And there is no creature hidden from His sight, but all things are naked and open to the eyes of Him to whom we must give account.
14 Seeing then that we have a great High Priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold fast our confession. 15 For we do not have a High Priest who cannot sympathize with our weaknesses, but was in all points tempted as we are, yet without sin. 16 Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need.


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Nov 25, 2016
Last night in Bon Accord more than 30 people gathered to learn about the Capital Region Board's recent studies into regional needs in housing and specialized transportation (i.e. seniors and persons with disability).
These Needs Assessments, done for the first time on a regional scale, were presented by the report authors in public meetings in Thorsby and Bon Accord after being approved by the Board earlier this year.
The Specialized Transportation Assessment by Dr. Bonnie Dobbs, Director of the Medically-At-Risk-Driver Centre at the U of A, brings clarity to needs that are intuitively understood - that is, the further a non-driver lives from the metropolitan core, the more dependent he/she becomes on family and the community for transportation, and often that means increased isolation and reduced quality of life.
Gary Gordon presented his findings related to the current housing distribution in the Edmonton Metropolitan Region. Gordon pointed to gaps in the availability of rental stock outside the City of Edmonton, and a growing need for affordable housing in general, emphasizing an immediate need for 30,000 affordable housing units across the Region, with that need growing by 1300 units every year in the foreseeable future.
Understanding and quantifying these needs is the first step to tackling the problem, which directly relates to the Capital Region Board's mandate for responsible long term growth planning for the Region. Planning for a doubling of the population to 2.2 million in 30 years, the Board looks at the impact of growth on all aspects of life - housing, transportation and land use, along with the corresponding interrelationships affecting economic development, agriculture and the environment.


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Donning navy blue Oscar t-shirts, the LiveGirls gathered to listen to the empowering advice of Anne Espiritu, VP of Communications and Corporate Social Responsibility at Oscar Health Insurance. Previously the Head of Global PR at Yahoo, Ms. Espiritu has made waves in the communications industry, currently using revolutionary technology and data to deploy new ways of delivering healthcare to customers through Oscar Health.
Born in the Philippines, Ms. Espiritu came to the US when she was very young, not knowing a word of English. Growing up and going to school, she have a tough time understanding her peers and teachers because they talked quickly. On top of that, she felt as if she couldn't fit in with her classmates, who grew up in wealthy households. As a result, she was a quiet kid, and spent a lot of time by herself.
However, Ms. Espiritu had a tenacious inner self. She was a competitive Thai kickboxer during her teenage years, worked hard in school, which led her to University of California at Berkeley, the number one public university in the nation, and eventually Yahoo, where she landed a prestigious position managing their communications platforms. Aside from kickboxing and her work ethic in school, she actually credits some of her success to her quietness as a child. It allowed her to be able to connect with people, a skill she calls her "inner brilliance". "I have always been empathetic," Ms. Espiritu said. "As a kid, I would spend a lot of time observing people, kind of being on the outside. Having been alone and without friends at points in my life, I understand what it feels like. I was able to take something that resonated with me when I was younger and use it to help me understand and relate to others."
At the end of her keynote speech, Ms. Espiritu left the LiveGirls with the advice to do something every day that's out of their comfort zone so they gain a little bit more courage each day to be bold and empowered. "You have to take one brave step every day," she said. "It can be small, but you've just deposited in your 'brave bank'. This allows you to be braver over time."
After hearing from Ms. Espiritu, the LiveGirls continued with the theme of empowerment and created skits demonstrating what it looks like to support and inspire others, then discussing in their mentoring groups how they can reach out to and empower others inside and outside LiveGirl. "Life is a mountain," one LiveGirl mentoring group said in their skit. "We have to help each other climb it, because no one can get to the top by themselves!" Ms. Domino asked each LiveGirl to reflect on the skits in their journals, so they can look back on it when LiveGirl is over to feel empowered and inspired. The LiveGirls finished up in their mentoring groups by passing around a ball and talking about their hopes for the future.
After lunch, the LiveGirls continued either multi-sports and their musical theatre workshops. "I feel like I can take what I learned in the morning and practice it during afternoon activities," one LiveGirl said. "Like in sports, we can empower each other by cheering each other on!"


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What Nisha wants
I want to be comfortable in my retirement now – but I don't want to be a financial burden to my children when I am older.
Nisha's idea
As well as having an immediate lump sum to play with, I'd like a small amount of regular income to supplement what I already receive from my late husband's final salary pension, before deciding what to do with the rest of my pension pot in a few years' time when I can also take my State Pension.
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She'll receive £1,500 per year, taxed at 20% for 6 years, with an amount of £13,278 at the end of the term (known as the maturity value)
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- State Pension age66
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- Pension pot£28,000
- Other income£6,000 a year
- Other savings£7,000
- Property value£155,000
Nisha's calculation
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|Final salary pension
|£6,000 a year
|Fixed-Term annuity income
|£1,500 a year
|Total income
|£7,500 a year
|Fixed-Term annuity maturity value
|£13,278 (after 6 years)
Important things to consider
The income Nisha receives from her fixed term annuity is a fixed amount for 6 years. As a result, the effect of inflation will reduce the buying power of her income over the term
If the maturity value at the end of the term is taken as a lump sum, this will be taxable and any tax payable will be taken off before it's paid out
If the maturity value is used to buy another retirement product, it won't be subject to tax although the income generated from the new retirement product will be
If she's opted to guarantee her income payments for the term of the plan, and she dies before it finishes, her children, as named beneficiaries,will continue to receive the remaining payments and will also receive the maturity value at the end of the term
The longer she lives, the further the £13,278 maturity value will have to stretch
Once a fixed term annuity is set up and the cancellation period has expired, she may not be able to cancel or change her options
Once Nisha has taken all the money from her pension pot, she'll have to rely on her savings, State Pension (when eligible) and her late husband's final salary pension for income in retirement unless she has any other assets she can use to give her an income or is able to claim any additional state benefits
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Owing to the huge number of queries that I've received on the first post "How to plan a trip to the Rann of Kutch?", I have compiled a list of the most popular questions on visiting the Rann Utsav, Rann of Kutch and other related queries and made a Rann Utsav festival guide. Hoping this makes it easier for those planning a trip; if not, leave your query, suggestion in the comment below and I might just add it to the post and build a more comprehensive travel guide to the Rann Utsav. Keeping this one in Q&A format for more clarity! Travel on.
Q. How to reach the Rann Utsav and the Rann of Kutch? Is public transport available from Bhuj to Rann Utsav?
A. Bhuj is the nearest big city for both the places and is very well-connected. While it also has an airport, flights are few in number. Your best way if you have the time is to take a train to Bhuj, available from all significant cities across India, or a Gujarat transport bus if you are already around. Direct cabs are available from Bhuj Railway Station as well as city bus stop for the Rann Utsav.
Related reads:
How to plan a trip to the Rann of Kutch?
Why you should not skip Diu on your Gujarat trip?
As for the public transport facility from Bhuj to the Rann Utsav, a number of camps offer AC and non-AC coaches to and fro from Bhuj Railway Station/bus station to the venue. Gujarat Tourism has also facilitated connectivity between the same; details are available on the official Rann Utsav website for the same. Book well in advance or you might have to take the costlier alternative of a private taxi.
Q. How far is the White Rann or the salt marshes from the Rann Utsav venue?
A. Well, the Rann Utsav takes place right in the middle of the White Rann! For those who do not know, the Rann Utsav ground and the campsite is pitched right in the salt land and you can pretty much see salt spreads for as far as you can see.
Q. Is staying at the Rann Utsav campsite a better option than staying at Bhuj or Devpur?
A. Since I believe more in experiential travel, regular hotels and organised campsites are never my first choice. Camps are supposed to take you into the wild, right! Writing for myself, I found the Rann Utsav camps pretty basic and exorbitantly expensive and nowhere near the wild. Bhuj is more of a typical city, thus I chose to stay at the Devpur Homestay that gave me a very real, local experience and some wonderful hosts in Mr Krutarth Jadeja and his family.
Q. How many days are enough for the Rann Utsav or while visiting the Rann of Kutch?
A. One day is more than enough for Rann Utsav, you might have some hours to spare once you have taken a round of the fair grounds. If you have even been to Delhi's Dilli Haat, you will know what I am talking about. I would suggest that you spend half a day in visiting the nearby villages, especially Nirona, where you can watch artisans at work. Also a good place to buy Gujarat's handicrafts, paintings, wooden toys etc. Prices are on the higher side though. So, 2 days are quite sufficient for Rann Utsav and around.
Q. What else is there to visit around the Rann of Kutch?
A. You might consider visiting Mandvi, it has a good run of a beach but should not be compared to Goa's beaches. These are more like picnic spots for locals and that is the sort of ambiance that the place has. Vijay Vilas Palace is another interesting site that calls for a visit; the archaeological site of Dholavira must be visited as well. It is what remains of the ancient Indus Valley Civilisation in India; keep in mind that there is no good place to stay near Dholavira so you need to start early in the day and make a trip back by the night.
Q. What is a perfect itinerary for Rann Utsav, Rann of Kutch and around?
A. A lot of readers wanted a day-wise itinerary for visiting the Rann of Kutch, here you go.
Day 1 – Bhuj to Rann Utsav (approx 3 hours cab ride) – Roam around the Rann Utsav ground, buy souvenirs, eat local, enjoy cultural performances. Try to plan your trip around a full-moon night; the white salt land looks quite fascinating under moonlight.
Day 2 – Visit nearby villages, go to Kalo Dungar if you must. Head to Mandvi, explore the ship-building yards, head out to the beach, visit Vijay Vilas Palace.
Day 3 – Or leave for Dholavira early in the day, explore around and be back by the nightfall. Hiring a local taxi is your most convenient way; cab drivers might be able to pull you in with other solo visitors and help in cutting back fare.
Day 4 – On your way back, explore Bhuj. I found that the city is very and rightly famous for ice-creams; buy Kutchi saris, you would be more than just happy. Great deals in the shops around the bus/railway station at Bhuj.
This Rann Utsav festival guide focusses on the Great Rann and the main fair; you can also visit the Little Rann if you have more time in hand. The Little Rann is more suited to wildlife enthusiasts, especially those who are into birding.
Still having trouble in planning an itinerary for Rann Utsav? Write to me in the comment section below, and I'll be happy to answer. Please do not send individual e-mails as that takes a long time to answer and is of little help to other travellers.


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Schnell Gelb posted a topic in 986 Series (Boxster, Boxster S)EDIT: The short version is the aftermarket tubes supplied with the engine rebuild kit were under size at the inner end and out of round ! Details 12 posts below. This is a request for ideas on what mistakes I must have made replacing the spark plug tubes and seals on my 2001 S.Yes. I searched and read lots of posts. I already have both the recommended diy tools for removing the tubes.With googling I found lots of successful installations but little discussion of stupid(me) mistakes ! I fitted all new spark plug tubes and seals when I rebuilt the engine. On an engine stand this is an easy job to do perfectly .Or it should be . Some of the seals leak.Some don't . The engine has run no more than 1 hour since the rebuild was completed What did I do wrong? All the tubes are set to the same depth int the camshaft cover.None are loose.In fact they are very tight and will be difficult to remove - the 0.90" washer+long bolt tool will help.The tubes are too tight for the transom plug tool to work. The worst leak is not sufficient to get past the seals on the coil - yet. The inside of the worst tube has a thick coating of oil after no more than 1 hour running time since rebuild. I know that (silicone)sealant is not recommended but read that some people do use sealer on the seals. They use 'sensor-safe" sealant a.k.a 'Form In Place Gasket" or Hardex. Good idea? The vulnerable seal seems to be the smallest one Part # 999-707-343-41.The large ,orange seal at the outer end of the tube is part # 999-707-25-40 and seems less likely to leak ? There is no significant pressure in the crankcase . So what is forcing the oil out ? Just a poorly seated seal allowing surface tension and gravity to leak? Specifically what sealer is recommended for tube seals that won't otherwise seal? Permatex black Ultra? Drei bond? I know if sealant is applied, only a very thin coating on the seal should be used. There are cautionary comments on excessive amounts of sealer drop off into the engine. I'll pull the tubes and buy new seals but need to learn from your suggestions on how to avoid getting more leaks before I waste more parts and time. Thank you for your ideas an help. Interesting to note that this tube design was upgraded for the 2004 model.


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Social media is about engaging real people. You want those real people to become advocates and loyal followers of you and this brand.
So instead of stressing about total followers, I always focus on the engagement rate.
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Carpet washing heralds Noruz
March 9, 2017
Iranian people usually welcome Noruz, the New Year starting on March 21, by spring cleaning including washing carpets and cleaning houses thoroughly. The photo belongs to a rug washing service in Hamedan province which is pretty busy these days as Noruz is approaching. Mehrnews/ Iman Hamikhah


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PRACTICAL MAGIC 102: Tips on Lighting Your Own Events from Expert Bentley Meeker
I sometimes think it's my mission in life to go around dimming lights, a habit I (thankfully) inherited from my mother. As it turns out, my mom and lighting expert Bentley Meeker have a lot in common. As you'll see in Meeker's tips for lighting your own events (the conclusion to our series on lighting), dimmers are a girl's--and an event's--best friend.
STYLE MANIAC: When you and your company produce a lighting design for an event, what is the single most important thing you want to achieve?
BENTLEY MEEKER: The greatest compliment I've had in a long time was when the esteemed event designer Susan Holland walked into a space we lit and said, "It 'feels' amazing in here ...." That's what I try to achieve every time.
What is the most important thing to keep in mind when lighting an event?
Dimming. Hands down, bar none, dimming.
What's the most flattering light for an event and how can we achieve it with a limited budget?
Candles, incandescent light and dimming. Change out switches to dimmers (should cost about $100 +/- per switch - and every venue would want that done if it isn't already) and use candles.
What is the biggest mistake people make when lighting an event?
They make it too bright, or use LED's to create bold colors but then throw unflattering light into rooms.
Can you give Style Maniac readers your three top tips to improve the lighting at any event without spending a lot of money?
- As evidenced by my book launch, I love candlelight. It still is the most beautiful...
- Color existing lights by changing bulbs or gelling high hats.
- Dim everything just a little darker than you initially think it should be. The eye adjusts and that becomes the "sweet spot" for ambiance.
Many thanks to Bentley for graciously sharing his secrets with all of us. For more on his work, visit Bentley Meeker Lighting & Staging Inc.
(Photos above via his website, except top photo from Light X Design: 20 Years of Lighting.)
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By Paul Bischoff
Business trips are an inevitable and often exciting part of many jobs. However, they don't come without their stresses. Aside from the jet lag, delays, and other travel hiccups, there are also the issues involved in trying to stay connected while you're away.
You'd think that with today's technological advances, staying in touch would be a breeze, no matter where you are. Indeed, a Carlson Wagonlit Travel survey found that 88% of travelers believe technology has made travel easier. However, there are various hurdles to overcome, including accessing your company accounts over unsecured networks, trying to avoid massive overage charges, and bypassing country blocks of certain applications.
Thankfully, there are tried and tested ways to deal with these and other problems, so you can stay connected and productive while on-the-go.
In this post, we explain the challenges that might arise when trying to stay in touch with the office while you're away, and what you can do to overcome them.
Connecting over public Wi-fi
One of the first things a business traveler looks for is access to Wi-fi. Data roaming charges can be extremely pricey, so it just makes sense to hook up to free Wi-fi when it's available. This way, you can check your emails, browse the internet, and use apps without having to worry about overage charges.
While it often seems like Wi-fi is everywhere, it can sometimes be difficult to find. Thankfully, there are some nifty apps available to help you find the closest Wi-fi hotspot. These include WiFi Finder for Android, and WiFi Finder + Map, and Wiffinity for iOS, all of which work offline. Plus, an increasing number of airlines are making Wi-fi available (some for free) and the quality of in-flight Wi-fi is improving.
Bear in mind that using Wi-fi is not as simple as joining a network and continuing as normal. While traveling, you're not protected by the security of your company network and there are plenty of cybercriminals waiting to get their hands on your information. As such, finding ways to keep information safe should always be front of mind. After all, you probably don't want to be the one responsible for a massive data breach at your company.
Here are some tips to bear in mind to use public Wi-fi safely and securely:
- Try to find a secure network and only visit secure websites.
- Avoid sending sensitive information such as login details and banking information.
- Turn off your device's Wi-fi and sharing settings when not in use.
- Use a VPN to encrypt all of your internet traffic (more on that later).
- Make sure your software is always updated with the latest version.
Overall, as with pretty much everything you do while traveling, using plenty of common sense when connecting to public Wi-fi can go a long way.
Creating your own Wi-fi hotspot
If you think there won't be Wi-fi available where and when you need it, you can always take it with you. One option is a portable Wi-fi router which will give you a Wi-fi connection wherever you are. As long as you set it up correctly, it should be more secure than using public Wi-fi, although flaws have been found in many products.
Another option which can save you money (depending on your provider and where you're traveling to) is to turn your smartphone into a Wi-fi hotspot, a process known as "tethering." In this case, you can share your phone's connection with your laptop, tablet, or other Wi-fi-enabled device.
There are a few methods to do this: USB, Wi-fi, and Bluetooth. Some smartphones have tethering options built in, while in other cases, you may need to download an app. Just bear in mind that some carriers will have terms regarding tethering, and some don't allow it at all. If that's the case, you may be unable to download the required app.
Taking things offline for easy access
You don't need to have access to the internet in order to work on projects, navigate to a destination, or stream music and videos. If you're organized enough and plan ahead, you could go old-school and download most of what you need before you hit the road (or the skies).
For example, location services can be a huge drain on data, but Google Maps lets you download entire areas and navigate them while offline. Similarly, the Evernote Web Clipper lets you save entire web pages (with highlights and notes), so you'll have easy access to all your travel- and work-related information.
If you do get any downtime on your trip, it's great to have some entertainment at hand. If you have a Spotify Premium membership, you can download music ahead of time. And Netflix lets you download videos to your device, so you can binge-watch at your leisure.
Dealing with exorbitant data charges
As alluded to earlier, data and charges can be astronomical while you're traveling. Using public Wi-fi or tethering where possible can help, but in some cases, travelers have managed to rack up thousands of dollars in data roaming charges in a short period. Some employees will be lucky enough that all expenses are paid and companies don't mind how much these things cost. For the rest of us, these expenses should be kept as low as possible.
On iPhones and other mobile devices, you should be able to check your data usage to make sure you're well within your limits. One thing many people forget to do is to simply inform their provider they'll be traveling. By doing so, you can get access to special discounts or packages that will help to slash charges. For example, Verizon offers a TravelPass with special rates, and AT&T offers its Passport plan.
If you travel to a certain location regularly, you may be able to get a package that combines your home and that location. For example, many Canadian cellular providers offer packages that include U.S. travel plans built-in. Alternatively, you may even consider getting a second device and plan from a provider in your frequently-visited destination.
One more often forgotten trick is to turn off any apps that you're not using, especially those that use data-intensive services like location tracking in the background. Even better, you can turn off cellular data altogether when you don't need it, to stop any internet connection being forged at all. If you're an iOS user, you can set your email to "fetch," which stops new emails from downloading automatically. You can then manually download them once you're connected to Wi-fi.
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Avoid massive calling charges
Similar to data, calling charges can easily rack up. The special plans and packages mentioned earlier will often include calling minutes alongside the data allowance, so it's a good idea to look into these before you travel.
One of the easiest ways to minimize costs is to avoid making phone calls and use Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) instead. Skype, Google Phone, and Apple's FaceTime are all solid options.
Bear in mind, you could encounter call quality issues, depending on the service you use, where you're calling from and to, the number of call participants, and whether you use video options. For improved quality, group calls, and online meetings, you might want to look into a conference calling service such as GoToMeeting or AnyMeeting.
Another option is to use Wi-fi calling, which allows you to make a call whenever you're connected to Wi-fi. This is essentially the same as VoIP but uses your regular phone number and phone app. It's supported by many providers, doesn't use up your call minutes, and doesn't require a cellular signal.
Accessing important documents
While you're traveling, no doubt you'll need access to your important business documents, such as presentations, marketing materials, or financial spreadsheets. While it seems convenient to simply save all of these files on the device you're carrying, this probably isn't the best option.
For one, this leaves documents exposed should anyone get their hands on your device (15% of IT theft occurs in airports and hotels) or hacks into your system. Plus, if the files are stored locally, you won't be able to access them from any other device.
A far more secure and convenient option is to store all your files in the cloud, using a service like Tresorit, Mega, or SpiderOak. Your files are stored securely and you can access them from any device.
If you absolutely need to store files locally and are at all worried about sensitive information being made vulnerable, you might consider encrypting your device. This way, even if it is stolen or hacked, the snooper won't be able to read the contents of the encrypted files.
Bypassing country restrictions
A major issue faced by both business and leisure travelers is restrictions placed on certain platforms, websites, and content. You may land in a country to find you don't have access to basic services such as Gmail (and other G Suite services), Skype, and Facebook. While many of these are used for personal activity, they are also invaluable tools for many businesses.
China is well known for its restrictions of these and other sites; other countries where you may have issues accessing certain sites include Russia, Iran, and North Korea.
So what's the solution? Thankfully, these restrictions can be bypassed with the use of a VPN (Virtual Private Network). This will encrypt all of your traffic and tunnel it through an intermediary server in the location of your choice. Because traffic is encrypted, you'll be able to bypass China's Great Firewall (and those of other regions), and visit whichever website you want. Note that this firewall is particularly advanced, and not many VPNs are still able to circumvent it, so you'll have to choose a provider carefully.
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If you're looking for a quiet, cosy place to unwind – try the Environments and Design Student Lounge.
This area is tucked away on the ground floor of the Baldwin Spencer building, and is easily missed by many. I stumbled across this lounge by accident! I was trying to find an alternate entrance to my lecture theatre.
Although they say it's a lounge for environments and design people, it's not like they're going to check your student ID and ask what you're studying and kick you out etc.
It's a nice, clean, brightly-lit space with several powerpoints around the room. Lots of couches around too – but I find the arm rests quite awkward. I used to go here to read books, or to have a sneaky nap.
The only downfall is that UniWireless is horrendous here. Don't count on being connected to UniWireless here.
Getting here
You know when you walk from Union House to Redmond Barry along that pathway near the Union Lawn/Architecture Building
Yep, walk on that path and you should find this entrance to the Baldwin Spencer Building.
Enter through here (it's probably the easiest way to find the lounge), and if memory serves me well, you want to keep turning right.
Enjoy the space!


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FCC Bringing Faster Internet to Public Schools and Libraries
by Will Smith | Jan 21, 2015 | UncategorizedRecently, we discussed an FCC program designed to bring high-speed Internet access to rural America. Now the commission updated its E-rate program, which once focused on older tech like phone lines, to better support relevant modern technologies like gigabit Internet. As part of these changes, the FCC added another $1.5 billion in funding to help bring faster Internet speeds to public schools and libraries. How's it Going to Work? Funding for the E-rate program comes from the Universal Service Fund tax that you can see on your phone bill every month; the extra funding will amount to less than $2 per consumer per year. Schools and libraries can apply for E-rate funds, and with the increase in funding, the program has a total of $3.9 available this year. It stresses flexibility, allowing schools and libraries to purchase or even build the Internet plans that they find best for solving their needs. With a five-year budgeting plan, those groups that receive the funds can spread construction costs out over multiple years. E-rate even provides incentives for matching state funds, and specifically seeks to fund rural and Tribal schools and libraries where construction costs are often higher than in rural areas. It's possible, of course, that with that fixed amount available, not every group that applies for funding will receive it, or receive as much as they requested. So, by all means, make your local school administrators and librarians aware of the program so your community can benefit from it. What's the Goal? An FCC press release describes "a fundamental reset" of the 18-year-old E-rate program with a view toward improving individual learning. "Broadband is transforming 21st Century education and life-long learning," the release says, and faster Internet speeds are necessary for digital learning applications. Why Now? The FCC notes that 63 percent of public school students, some 40 million, don't have access to broadband networks. The commission states that one-to-one student to device ratios are "increasingly necessary," but that 45 percent of public school districts lack the Wi-Fi capacity to do so. According to information provided to the FCC, 68 percent of all school districts in the country lack even a single school capable of meeting current high-speed networking targets. This lack of access is the "connectivity gap," and closing it will put all students in a better position to succeed in their academics and careers later in life. The FCC press release ends by stating, "While the cost to consumers of these changes to the E-rate program is small, the benefits to students, life-long learners, and the nation's competitiveness are great." Prepared students become prepared adults, and that preparation puts this country as a whole in a better position to maintain its status as a world leader in technology, engineering, and more. You're paying for it, so you should use it. Encourage your local leaders to apply for program funds. Once you get a feel for the new gigabit Internet connection at your local library, we get the feeling that you're going to want it for your own home. Image by Steven Vance/Flickr
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