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If you want to hike to Laguna 69, the city of Huaraz is where you need to be. It's an eight hour bus ride north of Lima, and the trip usually costs around 30 to 90 soles / 10 to 30 usd each way.
I spent over four months in Peru and Huaraz was by far my favorite place. No, the city is nothing special. It's the proximity to the Cordillera Blanca mountains that really sets Huaraz apart from the rest.
One of the most popular destinations that brings tourists to Huaraz is the the four-day Santa Cruz trek that National Geographic hails as one of the most beautiful hikes in the world. However, if you don't have enough time on your trip to complete it, but still want to see the beauty of the Cordillera Blanca mountain range, then a hike to Laguna 69 is another perfect day trip from Huaraz.
Keep reading to learn everything you need to know to make it happen, and then enjoy one of the most memorable days of your life on a hike to Laguna 69!
Step 1: Book a Tour
Booking a tour to Laguna 69 is easy. Multiple busses leave from Huaraz every day, and there were at least 100 people or more making the climb with us.
The tours cost 30 soles / 10 usd each but they don't include a lot. Basically, this is just the price for transportation out to the trailhead and back. Breakfast and lunch are not included and the guide was really only there to keep an eye on things. She didn't keep us together as a group or stop to give us any information along the way.
The trail to Laguna 69 is very easy to hike on your own, but paying for transport with a tour is definitely worth saving yourself the hassle of getting out there by yourself.
Step 2: Enter the Park
Our day started with a 5:30 am pick up at our apartment and a two hour drive out to the small town of Yungay. We stopped for breakfast at a restaurant here, then drove another 20 minutes to the park.
The entrance to hike to Laguna 69 is in Huascaran National Park. You can either pay 10 soles / 3 usd for a day pass into the park when you arrive at the gate, or you can pay 65 soles / 20 usd for a three week pass. If you want to camp in the park this pass will be necessary, and if you plan to do the Santa Cruz Trek later (which is in the same park) it's better to save money and purchase the three week pass now.
Once we entered the park, we stopped at the first lake in the series of three we were going to see that day. Honestly, these alone are worth the trip! The Llanganuco lakes are an absolutely stunning turquoise color, and we stopped for 10 minutes to take pictures before driving the final 20 minutes to the trail head.
Step 3: Start the Hike to Laguna 69
The hike to Laguna 69 takes almost three hours exactly. The trek actually isn't that long but the high altitude and uphill grind make it take much longer than it would in other parts of the world.
The lake lies at an altitude of 14,700 ft., and the trek is about 5 miles roundtrip. Although the beginning is flat, I would still classify the hike to Laguna 69 as moderately difficult because of the long uphill climbs required to reach the destination.
We started to the hike at 9 am with a one hour walk through a beautiful, flat, green valley, enjoying the sound of the rushing river and views of multiple small waterfalls. Next, the trail began to go up.
We climbed for about an hour, and when we reached the top of the mountainside I thought for sure we had reached the lake.
Just another grassy field with a large climb ahead of it. We walked by rivers and past rock walls, glaciers, and stunning white capped peaks, then began the second climb of the day. This one was 45 minutes, and the toughest part of the hike.
All of a sudden, we reached the top. The trail flattened out and opened up to a view of Laguna 69… wow. There are honestly no words to describe how beautiful the first sight was, especially after how hard we worked to earn it. The pale blue water, giant mountains, and shining sun made for a view I will never forget.
We snapped a few pictures, then sat down on the rocks by the river for a picnic. Make sure you pack a lunch, because we were far from any vendors and starving from the climb.
We spent over an hour at the lake laying in the sun, and I even fell asleep on the rocks for a few minutes! It was just that relaxing.
Finally, the guides began to round up the groups to begin the descent.
Step 4: Walk Back to the Bus
We walked back down the same trail we came up and it took two hours to descend. Lucky for us the cloudy morning cleared up and we got more views of glaciers and the different snow-topped mountain peaks along the way. So beautiful!
Finally, we got back to the clearing where we began our hike. The groups spread out a lot during the descent, so we had about 20 minutes to just relax in the sun by the flowing streams before everyone arrived and we boarded the bus back home.
Step 5: Relax at Home
The bus left the park around 4 pm and we arrived back in Huaraz at 7 pm. It was a quick and easy trek, but also one of the most beautiful I have ever done! If you are coming to Peru, this is a must-visit destination in the country. It's really one of the most magical experiences I've ever had.
I've spent over four months in country, and the hike to Laguna 69 is still one of my favorite treks ever. It's just unreal with the amazing pale blue colors and the imposing mountain backdrop, and definitely shouldn't be missed!
This is Part 5 in a 7 Part Huaraz Travel Series. Read the rest below!
Read This Before Traveling to Huaraz, Peru [Part 1]
The Best Restaurants and Craft Beer and Huaraz [Part 2]
How to Hike the Santa Cruz Trek Without a Guide [Part 3]
How to Take a $1 Huaraz Day Trip to Wilcacocha Lake [Part 4]
How to Hike to Laguna 69 [Part 5 – you are here]
Everything You Need to Know About Climbing Nevado Mateo [Part 6 – read me next!]
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- Cait on March 16, 2018 at 1:35 am
Hi! Sounds like an amazing trip. I'm thinking about doing this hike too, but I'm wondering how much time you spent in Huaraz before you did the hike? I only have one day to spend before and I'm wondering if this is enough time to get acclimated, or more realistically at least enough not to get seriously ill from altitude sickness!


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The provincial office of rights group Licadho has called on Koh Kong provincial politicians to help more than 1,000 families being forcibly evicted to make way for a sprawling gambling resort and other development, representative said yesterday.
More than 130 families, from three villages in Kiri Sakor and Botum Sakor districts in Koh Kong province, had filed complaints to Licadho between April and December last year, asking for intervention after staff from Chinese company Tianjin Union Development Group and military police allegedly tried to force them off their land.
"We would like to ask the company to stop taking military police to burn down villagers' homes, to stop forcing and threatening villagers – let them live on their land," the letter says.
Union Group is transforming 340 square kilometres of Botum Sakor into a resort that will include gambling as well as hotels and an ecotourism development.
Provincial Licadho coordinator In Kong Chit said he had sent the letter on March 5.
"We want Koh Kong parliament to intervene to stop people being forcefully evicted from their villages," he said, adding that 1,143 families were affected.
"We want a resolution for villagers who agree to go, and we want those villagers who have already moved to be provided infrastructure.
"The purpose of the economic land concession is to improve villagers' standard of living. This company is making villagers lose their jobs and become poorer and poorer."
In Kong Chit called for Koh Kong parliament to check that what Union Group had been granted – more than 40,000 hectares from two concessions – complied with the economic land concession law.
Ai Khon, a Koh Kong parliamentarian, could not be reached by the Post for comment yesterday. However, Chan Davuth, an administration officer at Koh Kong Parliament, said he had received the Licadho letter.
In a report in the Post yesterday, a Union Group spokeswoman, who did not want to be named, said allegations of forced eviction were "a problem between the Cambodian government and its people".

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Just when you think winter is gone, here it comes again. It is relentless. This is the first time in my life I am sick of winter and ready for it to get hot.
Fishing offshore has been severely impacted by this very cold winter. I've seen some crazy things this year. From catching whiting, croakers, bluefish, and spots, 10-15 miles off the beach, to catching a sheepshead 25 miles offshore, while fishing with squid, 20ft off the bottom for beeliners!
I believe typical migrations like cobia, kingfish, amberjack, sharks, barracuda, etc. will be pushed back a bit this year because of the cold water.
Bottom fishing inside 20 miles is limited to black bass, red snapper, beeliners, a few grouper, and ring tail porgy. Outside 40 miles bottom fishing is pretty good for beeliners, triggers, red porgy, amberjack, almaco jack, and a few muttons.
Remember, Greater Amberjack opened up March 1st and Grouper opens up May 1. There have also been some wahoo around, some periodic dolphin, and a few blackfin tuna on the troll. There a lot of bait showing up offshore on the sounder which is a sign things are about to speed up, but we need some consistently warm weather to really fire things up.
When it happens, I believe it will happen quick! We will keep you posted.


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Let's start out by saying that it is a great situation to have.
Based on my experience and the recommendation of the National Association of Realtors, here are some guidelines and areas to consider.
At what point is an offer binding between all parties?
An offer does not become a binding agreement until such time that it is fully signed, sealed and delivered to all parties in the transaction. Therefore, you may request to be notified if another agent has told your agent that may want to or have submitted another offer on your property up until the time that your signed agreement is delivered to the first agent. After that point, you may still request to see other offers and accept them with the understanding that they are in backup position only.
Will the offers be in writing or verbally given?
You can request that all offers be in writing.
You can receive verbal offers with the understanding that they are not binding until such time as they are in writing. This allows you to accept any other offer that may be submitted until a written agreement is reached.
Will the offers be presented in any particular order?
It is not a requirement that the offers be presented to you in any particular order, however, out of fairness to the agents submitting the offers, they are usually presented in the order in which they were received.
Can I counter offer any of the offers or more than one of the offers?
Yes to both questions. Here are some suggestions:
You can pick only one of the contracts and run with it. The only problem is the other buyer(s) might not wait and might be lost if this one is not accepted.
You can run with them all, which means that you can verbally counter all of the offers with a very specific price, terms, dates etc. By doing this you are saying that whichever buyer accepts your counter and returns a written contract which is acceptable to you will enter into a contract with you.
Set a deadline. Using this strategy, you do not counter any offer. Instead, all of the buyers are given a deadline by which they are asked to submit their best offer. (Highest & Best)


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From high-end, sit-down affairs to a quick burger while you stock up on gas and bait for the boat, here's a sampling of the culinary delights that await you in the Keys.
Didn't see what you're looking for here? Try recommendations from The Eater Miami: The Florida Keys' 13 Essential Restaurants
Do you know a great place we should include? Send us tips!
Barracuda Grill $$$$
4290 Overseas Hwy, Mile Marker 49. 5 Bay Side, Corner 43rd Street, Marathon | 305-743-3314
For 22 years, the Barracuda Grill has been serving fresh and eclectic dishes to locals and tourists! They do NOT take reservations.
Butterfly Café $$$$
2600 Overseas Highway, Marathon | 305-289-7177
Enjoy outdoor Marathon dining on Butterfly Café's covered patio, or revel in the impressive dining room inside with its soaring ceiling and casual yet sophisticated decor. The dinner menu features tantalizing offerings, including Florida Keys' Shrimp Cocktail, Tropical Crab Cakes, Horseradish Encrusted Florida Grouper, and TDF 'To Die For' Sticky Toffee Pudding.
Chef Michael's $$$$
81671 Overseas Highway, Islamorada | 305-664-0640
Dock to dish fish and more.
Latitudes $$$$
245 Front St, Sunset Key Cottages, Key West | 305-292-5394
Latitude's Restaurant was named the #1 Best Overall Restaurant in Key West by OpenTable in 2016, and one of the 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in America for 2017. More recently, the restaurant was just voted as OpenTable's Best Scenic Restaurants in America. Latitudes serves a fresh, flavorful island cuisine with free ocean breezes and gorgeous views of the Gulf of Mexico. A delicious, ever-evolving "work of art" menu incorporates locally sourced fresh fish and tropical fruit, and cuisine is based on what is in-season and includes daily fresh catch.
Pierre's $$$$
81600 Overseas Hwy, Mile Marker 81.6, Bayside, Islamorada | 305-664-3225
Guests may enjoy meals indoors, or on the veranda-accompanied by Islamorada's spectacular sunsets and tropical views. The Green Flash Lounge serves guests on the main floor and the downstairs veranda.
Featuring French Fusion cuisine with World influences, Pierre's was recently noted by Zagat's as "one of the top all-around dining experiences" in the Florida Keys.
Plaza Grill $$$$
5101 Overseas Hwy, Mm 50 O/S, Marathon | 305-743-7874
This Marathon restaurant captures the character of a neighborhood eatery combined with the ambiance of traditional "white linen" fine dining spot. Not the typical 'island seafood spot', it showcases creative fish and seafood preparations, steakhouse beef and chops that are sizzling and flavorful. New menu fare created by Chef Heather MacDonald has a decidedly rustic Italian vibe. We also feature cool seasonal salads, inventive small plates and lush desserts. Our wines and spirits are unique and global, our atmosphere is warm and inviting.
Tavern N Town $$$$
3841 N Roosevelt Blvd, Marriott Beachside Hotel, Key West | 305-296-8100
Your choices range from steakhouse favorites to the incomparable seafood bounty that has brought visitors to Key West for generations. You and your guests can sit directly in front of the Tapas Theater Kitchen, where you can watch as chefs embellish international favorites with the unique flavors of Old Key West.
Angler and Ale $$ – $$$
500 Duck Key Drive, Duck Key | 305-209-9991
Great food and the coldest draft beer in the lower latitudes. Order off the menu loaded with Florida Keys specialties. Or, bring us your filets for some great hook and cook options.
Blue Heaven $$ – $$$
729 Thomas St, Key West | 305-296-8666
Blue Heaven has become its own well-known destination in Key West. The chickens and cats roaming the premises are almost as famous as the food. Blue Heaven is al fresco dining, Key West style: canopies of tropical foliage, improvised art (a leopard-spotted mannequin, a rooster graveyard, jolly-colored coconuts and trap floats) and a sail strung between trees providing shade. But don't let the whimsical décor mislead you: the food is taken seriously.
Burdines Waterfront $$ – $$$
1200 Oceanview Ave, End of 15th St, Marathon | 305-743-9204
Florida Keys Steak and Lobster House $$ – $$$
3660 Overseas Hwy, Marathon | 305-743-5516
Winner of a 2018 OpenTable Diners' Choice Award, Florida Keys Steak and Lobster House features a Happy Hour between 11:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. along with daily specials.
Lighthouse Grill $$ – $$$
1994 Overseas Hwy, Faro Blanco Resort & Yacht Club, Marathon | 305-434-9039
Locals and visitors alike will enjoy exceptional dining and unique waterfront atmosphere. Stop in for a leisurely lunch, appetizers and drinks, or one of our chef-created, daily dinner specials. From fresh entree's and signature libations to inspired sunsets, a good time is always on the menu. Reservations accepted, but not required.
Sparky's Landing Fish and Cocktails $$ – $$$
13205 Overseas Highway, Marathon | 305-363-2959
Sparky's is not another cookie cutter Keys eatery – it's Marathon's best combination of great food and delicious cocktails that embraces both seafaring locals and vacationers alike.
Square Grouper $$ – $$$
22658 Overseas Hwy, Lower Keys, Cudjoe Key | 305-745-8880
One of the Florida Keys most popular destinations for unforgettable fresh local seafood, consistency and quality. Lynn and her staff have a dedication to excellence paired with a focus on detail which has defined The Square Grouper Bar and Grill as a must visit restaurant. Large selection of innovative small plates, ever changing specials, homemade desserts, boutique wine list and microbrews. We are also an environmentally friendly restaurant, "green", all paper products and straws are made from corn products.
Harriette's Restaurant $
95710 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo | 305-852-8689
The very best in Keys kitsch, conch fritters and the "world famous key lime muffins." It's a step back in time that's worth the drive. You can bet your conference staff will be stopping on arrival AND departure.
Bien $
1000 Eaton St, Key West | 305-517-6740
Authentic Caribbean food. Corn on the cob is highly recommended.
Island Time Diner $
5187 Overseas Hwy, Marathon | 305-204-4825
Open most days from 2:00 to 9:00 p.m. Go for the hand-pressed burgers and ice cream.
300 Petronia St, Key West | 305-517-6799
Open from 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. serving sweet and savory crepes and other treats.
La Nina Market $
1571 Overseas Hwy, Marathon | 305-517-6226
Authentic Cuban fare.
82200 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada | 305-664-8022
Unique breakfast spot open 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
8349 Overseas Hwy, Marathon | 305-743-6437
Historic diner open for breakfast on the weekend and breakfast/lunch on weekdays.
7007 Overseas Hwy, Marathon | 305-743-8383
This diner's open from 5:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and offers traditional breakfast fare, along with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options.


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If Something Happens to You ... Do You Have a Plan for Your Pet?
Dane County Humane Society 5132 Voges Road, Madison, Wisconsin 53718
If something happens to you... Do you have a plan for your pet?
Horn & Johnsen SC
Tuesday, April 28, 2015 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Find out how to protect your pet's future!
Dr. Sarah Kalstrup, owner of True Veterinary Care, will discuss costs of pet care.
Dera Johnsen- Tracy and John Horn of Horn & Johnsen SC will talk about how to incorporate your pets into your estate plan, including new legislation regarding pet trusts.
April Carlisle of Farmer's Insurance will cover insurance considerations.
Marisa Menzel of Wisconsin Financial Group will discuss options to finance your plan.
Limited seating. Preregistration required. Please contact Horn & Johnsen SC at (608) 829-2525 or online at www.hornjohnsen.com with questions.


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Update 22/08/2017
Due to increasing demand and the challenges with getting time to play qualifying golf we are going to experiment with Sunday Golf. Starting Sunday 16th July and repeated on Sunday 30th July we will be running an 18 Hole Open Stableford qualifying competition for men. This will be played off the White Tees.
We encourage all member to take part. Bring their friends!
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With construction crews working on the Charter Oak Greenway in sight of Bolton Notch, the logical question is: Where to next?
The newest ribbon of multiuse trail that runs from the banks of the Connecticut River in East Hartford through Manchester and into Bolton has made its way to the Route 6/44 exit of I-384. With the painted American flag of "Flag Rock" in Bolton Notch State Park glimmering in the distance, officials at the state Department of Transportation are determining the best way to get trail users safely from Bolton Notch into the Bolton Post Office shopping area along Route 44. Right now, bicyclists and walkers are prohibited from traveling on the Route 6/44 connector to 384.
Although the Hop River Trail — a former railroad — passes under Route 44 and Route 6, there is no access to either road from the path. A tunnel allows the trail to pass under the highways, and towering rock ledges prevent any access off the path.
While the greenway's eastern terminus will be Bolton Notch State Park and the Hop River Trail, the DOT is proposing what it calls a shared-use path to Quarry Road. That half-mile path would allow trail users to access Route 44 along a paved stretch on the northern side of 6/44. A concrete barrier would separate trail users from the busy road. The path would end at a crosswalk and traffic signal at the shopping center and Bolton post office.
The shared-use path is part of a larger, $7.7 million project that includes realigning Route 6 eastbound, relocating Notch Road farther to the west and removing a portion of the rock outcropping along the highways so the sight lines are better for those exiting Notch Road.
Right now, the trail and roadway improvements are in the early concept phase. And money for the project? Well …
"It's very dire times, fundingwise," said William Britnell, principal engineer for the project, adding that the DOT is scaling back on projects. "We're just saying this is an idea."
The plan calls to shift Route 44 a bit to the south into the grassy median. The path would be squeezed in along a ridge where a local landmark known as "Squaw Cave" is located. According to a local legend, it's the location of a cave where an Indian maiden and her Dutch lover hid from colonists.
The 2.75-mile trail has been completed well into Bolton on its way to Bolton Notch State Park. A newly paved section from Finley Street parallels the eastbound lanes of I-384 and along the eastern portion of Exit 5 to Route 85. Crews will be working along the westbound side of I-384 until winter sets in.
The Hop River Trail at the Notch runs east to Willimantic and north to Vernon. Both the trail and greenway are part of the 2,900-mile East Coast Greenway that runs from Calais, Maine, to Key West, Fla.
Bike Walk Bolton is a volunteer organization whose mission is to advocate for the expansion of safe, practical and accessible means of moving about the community for pedestrians, cyclists and the mobility challenged.
The group monitors a counter that records visitors using the Hop River Trail at the Notch. The counter records each time a person passes by. From Dec. 20, 2016, to Oct. 23, it recorded 23,210 hits.
"Build it and they will come," the group noted during a public hearing on the project last week.
Hard to argue with that.


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A&H 357 Topics in Philosophy is a Special Topics course in Philosophy, and has been designed with the idea of introducing students to specific THEMES and TOPICS in the world of philosophy. In this course the student will focus on a specific philosophical topic. In addition to thinking about the topic within the context of relevant historical personalities and cultures, the student will also be drawn to consider the topic interpretatively, in the light of relevant intellectual history and subsequent influence upon and importance to the creation of the Western paradigm. The semester topic of A&H 357 Topics in Philosophy B will be Hermeneutics, which will consider questions relevant to Interpretive Framing in the Arts, in the Sciences and the Social Sciences, as well as the role of Interpretation in Memory, the Creation of Identity, etc.
- Teacher: David Wyatt Aiken
In the 100 and 200 level courses in the religion track the emphasis is on gaining knowledge of the core ideas, texts and practices of specific religious traditions. Philosophical debates are touched upon - particularly in the 200 level course Wisdom of the East - but they are combined with historical and factual perspectives to enhance understanding of the tradition in question. In this course, however, several important philosophical questions regarding religion will take centre stage.
In the second half of this course we will focus on the internal debates within the major world religions regarding ethical questions. Controversial topics like war, terrorism and gender inequality will be addressed, as well as benign contributions such as peace projects, creating a more just society, inter-faith dialogue and enhanced personal well-being. Where possible the focus will be on religious figures who have had a strong influence on world politics such as Gandhi, Thich Nhat Hanh and Osama Bin Laden.
Whereas the second part of the course will deal with the response to certain philosophical questions by the religions themselves, the first part of the course will take a more external perspective. Here, the emphasis will be on examining the phenomenon of religion in general. Rather than focussing on specific well-known traditions, we will investigate how several philosophers and social scientists have analysed topics like the origins and functions of religion, the truth or falsehood of religious dogma, and the existence of God. In order to investigate these topics we will discuss the ideas of thinkers like Freud, Marx, Eliade, Weber, Jung and Campbell, all of whom devoted a great deal of time and energy to answering two important questions: 'Why is religion to be found everywhere? And what does it do?'
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Positive thinking will let you use the ability which you have, and that is awesome. – Zig Ziglar
Have you ever wished that you are awesome in the things that you do? In her TedX Talk, Tasha Eurich shared her 3-steps framework in being awesome.
Know thyself. Everything starts with awareness. Be honest, don't overestimate yourself. Recognize your own incompetence. First step in being awesome is to identify the lacking within you in achieving the awesomeness. Set objective measures and use it as a yardstick and see where do you stand.
Pick one thing to work on. You may be tempted to try out many things. A lot of ideas running through your mind. Don't stretch yourself thin. Remember the Pareto Rule – the 80/20 rule. Focus on the one thing that would make the most impact in achieving your goal.
Practise daily. Excellence is not inborn. Instead, what makes someone exceptional is that they earn it through daily practice. Remember 10000 hours of deliberate practice? Think what is it that you want to improve on, list out the steps to achieve it, and reflect on your effectiveness in achieving it.
Effort and commitment would bring you to achieve your goals. It is just a matter of time before you become awesome.
How would you use the 3-steps framework to be awesome?


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Farley Granger (1925-2011) was acting in theater in Los Angeles when he was contracted by Samuel Goldwyn. He debuted in THE NORTH STAR (1943) and appeared in THE PURPLE HEART (1944). It would be four years before he was able to make another film. In 1948 Goldwyn cast him in a supporting role in ENCHANTMENT, but the film fared poorly. He was then approached by Alfred Hitchcock for ROPE (1948) in which friends Granger and John Dall, whose chacaters are based on real-life killers Nathan Leopold and Richard Loeb, commit a "thrill kill." The film was not a box office success, but Granger received very good reviews. THEY LIVE BY NIGHT (1949) was his first starring role. Directed by Nicholas Ray and costarring Cathy O'Donnell, it was a film noir romance story that did well commercially and once again brought Granger strong reviews. During this time Goldwyn attempted to create a romantic couple in the eyes of the movie going public and so paired Granger with various actresses, including O'Donnell in SIDE STREET (1950). These films, with the exception of EDGE OF DOOM, were all fairly successful but not to the extent Goldwyn had oped. Once again, Granger was loaned to Hitchcock, this time for what became a genuine box office hit, STRANGERS ON A TRAIN (1951). It was the first major success of Granger's career. But his subsequent films were box office failures, and in the '50s his only mainstream success was THE GIRL IN THE RED VELVET SWING.
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Being gay and having no talent were definitely drawback in his career.
- 6/12/2008
What's gay gotto do with anything?
Half of Hollywood was in closet back in the day.
- 3/15/2010
This handsome talented hunk was under appreciated.
I adore his performances! The fact that he is still relevant today in so many films -- especially those directed by Hitchcock -- are testament to his gifts.
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"The leaves fall, the wind blows, and the farm country slowly changes from the summer cottons into its winter woods."
29.5 Degrees. Today marks the first freeze. The change of the season. And hidden in the smoky air the crispness of fall looms.
I was able to pick all the ripe tomatoes and harvest another crop of basil before the freeze took hold last night. Although I fear I am going to lose at least 100lbs of tomatoes and a great amount of basil I feel as if I have gotten out what I have put into the farm this season.


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The Royal Power of the Shepherd
"Who is this King of glory?" Psalm 24:8
This Psalm exalts the Lord as the compassionate Creator-King and Shepherd. The shepherding of God and His Lordship are intertwined. The experience of the first leads to the acceptance of the second. Likewise, to know Him as the King of new life opens us up to His shepherding nature.
Those who follow the Lord fully know Him as a shepherding King, who's filled with mighty power, and also compassionate towards the condition of our shame, secrets, scars, sin, and the struggles we face.
Our worship of God is never meant to be static, instead it leads to greater and greater discovery of the wonder of His presence.
The heart and mind overflow with admiration and amazement, our spirit wells up with worship and the soul cries out, "The Lord who is my shepherd," is none other than He to whom the whole earth belongs, He is the King of glory, He is the God who is able, He is our faithful Shepherd, the One who is our confident trust.
We have lived through strange days – of dislocation, doubt, discouragement, discomfort, long seasons of disease – we thought had no end. But all through the times and trials of life, He has been our Shepherd in the dark. The darkness caused us to ask, "Why is this happening to me?" "When will it ever end?"
We journeyed into the valley. The struggle extracted an anguished cry of "how long o Lord." But our prayers and pleas were met only with deafening silence. But something was taking place, something we were so unaware of. While we groped our way through uncertainty, we failed to realize we were learning.
We were learning of the royal power of the Shepherd. With each step, we learned to breathe with confidence and trust in the Lord. It's interesting to note that writer of this Psalm may have faced troubled times, but one would never know it. The direction of the Psalm moves upward toward the Lord. There are no complaints about the pains of sickness, or the treachery of enemies. But begins and ends with only grateful acknowledgement of the never-failing goodness of the Lord, our King and Shepherd.
Let the Lord shepherd you through your situations.


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Assembly in a snap! With each model containing less than 12 pieces, assembly and customization is right at your finger tips. Cleaning is simple, use water with a microfiber cloth to wipe down your Sound Prizm to expose the crystal clear layers.
Our project will start September 6th. As soon as we hit 50% of our goal, we will start production for guaranteed shipment to our first 25 backers by November 1st, granted successful funding. Let's make it happen.
With the pledge funds, will be able to secure a fair material price and allow us to place the production order. We will have this material shipped to a local manufacturer so we can start the cutting and engraving process. Parts will then be shipped to our shop for cleaning, assembly, packaging and shipping. Each part will be checked for functionality, defect, and precision before release.
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We started off knowing that we wanted to design a distinctive, stylish shape for our product.
Sound Prizm gets part of its charming good looks from 5 Acrylic layers. Did you know acrylic is also waterproof, anti-weathering, flexible and ultraviolet? We started drawing and laser cutting shapes from wood to test our different styles for the best sound amplification and docking profile.
We would like to thank you for taking a look at our project, and we look forward to sending you your reward!
Risks and challenges
Sound Prizm is a great product. People are always impressed when they feel how the sound is projected and how clean their sound comes from this device.
After figuring out how to market Sound Prizm, we are ready to venture into different devices. Our first challenge is to make sure that our project gets the exposure it needs to be successfully funded. We are going to be working with several blogs to help us get noticed. We are also counting on the support of our backers to help us spread the word.
We are currently putting the finishing touches on the packaging design and continue to test Sound Prizm dock to ensure we ship the best possible product.
We believe we are past the most challenging obstacles. After several iterations we've finalized the design and have lined up vendors. We have gotten prototypes made, we've made fully functional samples. Once funded, we will move from prototype to production models.Learn about accountability on Kickstarter
Funding period
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Kentucky Senior Photographer I Katelyn's Sweet Sixteen
Thought I would share these super cute invites we made a bit ago for Katelyn's party. We met in a field for a mini-session and designed+printed custom invites for her party. I think they're super fun - slid right into envelopes for easy sharing! Enjoy!


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I see Gossip Girl's Chace Crawford all the time.
"We get nice people coming up and telling us nice things all the time," the 22-year-old actor says. "New York loves the show, so it's great to be a part of."
Due to the writers' strike, Chace hasn't been working with the cast. He misses pigging out with his co-stars.
"They'd bring by Taco Bell. I'd indulge every once in awhile. We had Popeye's. It was fantastic. Fried chicken, I love it."
Now that he has lots of spare time, Chace says he likes to read, work out and take jogs.
How is he enjoying life in New York? "I love walking around, and the energy of the city is fantastic."
He can't get enough of girlfriend Carrie Underwood.
"She's a great girl," he tells me.


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Blue Highways: Nameless, Tennessee
Unfolding the Map
What's in a name? Evidently not much, if your town is Nameless. But wait, if it's Nameless, does it have a name or not? Perhaps Nameless is a name, or perhaps it could be a state of being. Now I'm confusing myself. Follow us as we track William Least-Heat Moon (LHM) on his journey around America. To see where Nameless lies, click on the map. Even though it's Nameless, I can guarantee this is the place.
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"Nameless, Tennessee, was a town of maybe ninety people if you pushed it, a dozen houses along the road, a couple of barns, same number of churches, a general merchandise store selling Fire Chief gasoline, and a community center with a lighted volleyball court. Behind the center was an open-roof, rusting metal privy with PAINT ME on the door; in the hollow of a nearby oak lay a full pint of Jack Daniel's Black Label. From the houses, the odor of coal smoke."
Blue Highways: Part 1, Chapter 16
Nameless, Tennessee
Why is Nameless Nameless? LHM gives an account of the reason the town has its name in Blue Highways, quoting from Thurmond Watts and his wife, Virginia:
I stepped in and they both began telling the story, adding a detail here, the other correcting a fact there, both smiling at the foolishness of it all. It seems the hilltop settlement went for years without a name. Then one day the Post Office Department told the people if they wanted mail up on the mountain they would have to give the place a name you couple properly address a ltter to. The community met; there were only a handful, but they commenced debating. Some wanted patriotic names, some names from nature, one man recommended in all seriousness his own name. They couldn't agree, and they ran out of names to argue about. Finally, a fellow tired of the talk; he didn't like the mail he received anyway. "Forget the durn Post Office," he said. "This here's a nameless place if I ever seen one, so leave it be." And that's just what they did.
Blue Highways: Part 1, Chapter 16
Apparently, this is not the only story of Nameless. According to Wikipedia, another legend is that when the application for the post office was sent in, the name of the community was left blank, and the word "Nameless" was stamped on the returned application. Wikipedia also reports that a local official wanted the town to be named Morgan after the county's attorney general, but the Post Office demurred, saying that the name was still too freshly connected with a Confederate hero. The official then said that if the name Morgan couldn't be used, he'd prefer that the community remain nameless. And now it is.
Place names can evoke lots of feelings, both pro and con. According to my sister, my hometown in California had a recent debate about placenames. Seems that some, perhaps new residents of the town, wanted to change the name. "Fort Bragg" was too confusing to people as it has the same name as a military base in North Carolina. It also, according to these people, had a bad past in terms of its conduct toward the local native population as it was founded as a reservation. These people suggested the name "Braggadoon" to evoke a sense of the magical and whimsical associated with the musical Brigadoon about a Scottish village that appears once every 100 years. Perhaps not coincidentally, a local art and sign shop in town is called "Braggadoon," so it stood to make a lot of business if the name change was effected. As you can imagine, there was lots of debate on each side. I'm sitting here now, in my mom's house in Fort Bragg, so obviously the name change didn't happen. But what was really interesting, especially reading the posts on the local newspaper's web forum, was how passionately people felt.
The interesting thing to me is speculating on whether Nameless, if given the chance today, would be able to get such a name at all. A post office was established there, but being an unincorporated city, it is doubtful that it would get a post office at all if it applied for one today. The Postal Service is cutting back, not adding, service. It now delivers mail six days per week, but is considering cutting back to five. The price of stamps seems to go up every six months or so as the Postal Service competes with e-mail. Applications by small communities that want a post office would probably be denied. So 100 years ago, Nameless could be Nameless. Today, Nameless would be part of a larger district, and people would address their letters to Cookeville, with a special zip code for people in Nameless. And therefore, today, many small, aspiring towns would truly be nameless, except in the minds of the locals. Is that sad? I'm not sure, because the feelings and thoughts of the residents are what truly matters. If residents wish to be Nameless or nameless, it's their business.
If you want to know more about Nameless
Cookville Herald-Citizen articles about Nameless
Nameless, Tennessee (Song by The Travelers)
Online excerpt from Blue Highways: Nameless
TripWow slideshow of Spring City and Nameless by Mary Pardue (including a photo of the Watts Store where William Least Heat-Moon visited)
Wikipedia: Nameless
Next up: Cookeville, Tennessee


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What I read today - Aug 23
- Mud Mavens: Mud Girls Founder Jen Gobby, Dwell
- This Study Got People to Make Huge Life Decisions by Flipping a Coin, NY Mag
Alex said he used to live his life by flipping a coin. It starts with the big stuff and then you can't make a decision without flipping a coin. But the premise is good. It's better to take action than submit to the status quo.
- How Peter Thiel Killed Gawker, Jacobian
- 7 Dream-Killing Habits (and How to Break Them), The Change Blog
Ugh. FML
- What I Think Every Time I See an Airbnb Renter in My Neighborhood, Next City
- 'I wasn't crazy': Homeless woman proves the U.S. government owes her $100,000, National Post
- The lingering effects of NYC's racist city planning, Hopes & Fears


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In practical applications, as a special equipment for solid-liquid separation based on the characteristics of petroleum drilling fluids, drilling mud centrifuges can complete the processes of feeding, centrifugal sedimentation, and unloading at full speed. Drilling mud centrifuges are mainly used to recover barite, remove fine solids, reduce the solids content of the drilling fluid, and control the density and viscosity of the drilling fluid.
It can be seen that, in fact, the operation and quality of drilling mud centrifuges will directly affect the performance of drilling fluids, and at the same time have an important role in achieving rapid drilling. The centrifuge is reasonable in structure, advanced in technology and fine in manufacturing, and has great applicability to mud separation and good separation effect. And after being used in market practice, it has achieved very good results.
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From the structural analysis, the drilling mud decanter centrifuges was first used in the design and production of a lot of new technologies, which makes the drum space has been effectively applied. At the same time, the processing capacity is greatly increased, and the proper cone angle is adopted to make the sludge dry and have a large amount of mud. Secondly, the device also has good energy-saving effect, saves water, rinses with a small amount of clean water at the time of shutdown, and does not require flushing at the time of starting. No cooling water is required. The
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Back to the Future
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Along the Malecón in Havana, Cuba, hundreds of cars from the 1950s line the streets as both a tourist attraction and a daily form of transportation for Cubans.
Film print from a Leica m3. 8x10 print in white 11x14 mat.
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With the opening of "All This Happened More Or Less" less than two days away, the 2nd year students are hard at work in the Canzani Center Gallery.
The gallery is quickly becoming more populated by student's artwork. The day I was in the gallery, there was a dozen MFA students with numerous helpers setting up work. These students worked well into the night, making sure their pieces were set up perfectly.
Come to the Canzani Center on Friday at 7:00pm for the opening reception. It is free and open to the public.


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Vista covers every angle with its latest IP and analogue camera launches
19th April, Reading UK
Vista is proud to announce the newest additions to the VK2 and HDA ranges. The camera launches were supported by the introduction of the new 'universal' brackets which greatly simplify installation and were developed in line with 'Voice of Customer' feedback. The collective aim of the cameras and brackets is to reduce installation time on site, therefore minimising cost. The use of the latest technology within the cameras and the intelligent product design mean that excellent quality images can be produced and adjustments can easily be made to meet future requirements.
The VK2 range has been developed with the customer in mind. The cameras are designed to reduce bandwidth and storage requirements along with minimising the time required on site installing and adjusting the cameras. Their ability to stream highly efficient H.265 video format, combined with Vista's advanced "Hi-Stream" bandwidth reducing function, means that storage and bandwidth requirements can be up to 75% lower than that of an equivalent H.264 stream. The VK2 cameras are available in 2MP and 4MP formats and produce crisper images compared to those achieved by general IP cameras. This is as a result of a user definable min/max shutter speed, True Wide Dynamic Range and IR Illumination.
The VK2L range has been designed for those who require a high quality video image at a cost effective price. These brilliant value cameras reduce bandwidth and storage requirements like their VK2 siblings and, due to a wide angle lens, minimise the number of cameras required on site. The key benefits shared by the VK2 and VK2L ranges can be found below:
- Compatible with all modern NVRs and VMS - H.265/H.264 compression formats making for a flexible system
- Reduced required levels of bandwidth and storage - Significantly reduced when used in H.265 mode and as a result of Hi-Stream Region of Interest which adds greater compression to areas with no motion
- Ensure a much crisper frozen image - User definable min/max shutter speed provides much clearer images than general IP cameras
The launch also included an analogue offering to set you apart. The newly released HDA cameras are capable of providing full HD 1080p resolution in TVI HDA format over coax cabling and provide a very flexible solution. A wide range of features make them suitable for many internal and external applications as well as providing excellent quality images without the requirement of an IP knowledge base. The HDA range makes for the perfect transition from analogue to IP and can be used in conjunction with existing analogue infrastructure.
All of the IP and analogue cameras included in the launch are perfect for use with the Vista Viper range of NVRs and DVRs and ONVIF compliance ensures they can also be used on multiple manufacturers' recording platforms if existing systems are in place. Alongside the cameras, the introduction of a new selection of 'universal' brackets simplifies installation and the process of selecting the correct bracket.
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Vista adds New Features and More Functions to Viper
27th February, Reading UK
Vista is pleased to announce the latest features and functions of the Viper Range. The Family was launched back in 2017 and Vista is continually working on developing the range in line with customer requirements and feedback to ensure that the perfect solution can be offered.
Although the range is under continuous development the overall purpose of the Viper Family is to provide a multi-format recording platform, allowing end users to pull together Viper High Definition Analogue DVRs and Viper IP NVRs into a single, seamless system. The Viper Virtual Matrix Controller gives you complete control of the system through the uniform and intuitive central management software. The flexible range gives users the opportunity to upgrade their systems at their own pace, with Vista providing high quality service throughout.
The latest addition to the range is Viper-Remote, the app that allows operators to be in constant contact with their security system. The app provides alarm notifications straight to the user's device, the ability to view live and recorded images remotely, various display options and an intuitive navigation system. The wide-ranging search options also ensure that time is saved when reviewing footage and important events can be found with ease. The app also allows for the management of devices in the system providing the opportunity to add and remove devices whenever necessary, from any remote location.
Vista has also been working to enhance the functionality of the H5 range of NVRs. The latest development is the de-warping function that allows 360 degree cameras to be viewed in a more user-friendly, 180 degree view. This helps to improve user experience by making reviewing images as simple as possible. In response to 'Voice of Customer' feedback and suggestions Vista has also been working on making the range compatible with Immix. This is another hugely beneficial function which is on its way.
Bob Forehand, Vista Technical Manager, comments: "The Viper Family is an incredibly flexible range that allows end users to 'mix-and-match' Viper units, combining both IP and Analogue systems. The flexibility of the range means that the solution can be developed over time, saving on upfront costs and accounting for the requirements of growing or developing systems. The addition of Viper Remote, Viper Central and the upcoming introduction of Immix make the already differentiated and comprehensive offering even more inviting."
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Vista Partners with BCDVideo to Enhance the qulu Offering
1st November, Reading UK
Vista is proud to announce its latest partnership with BCDVideo. As one of Vista's core technologies continual improvements and updates are always being made to the qulu range so that the best user experience can be offered. The IP video server is the heart of any video surveillance project. It communicates directly with networks, monitors, cameras, and every part in between and the new partnership means an even stronger server offering.
As the new supplier of qulu servers, BCDVideo can provide the support and technical developments required for Vista to continue offering an innovative, high end video storage solution that works seamlessly with its existing software package. The biggest enhancement to the range is the new SFF (Small Form Factor) server which replaces the current Microserver. The new SFF version provides additional features such as updated processing power and graphics capability, a more powerful CPU processor and increased performance via the on-board INTEL graphics processor unit. These improvements mean reduced costs for the end user as the SFF server now allows both live video and recorded footage to now be viewed, in addition to recording, meaning there is no need to purchase an additional viewing client PC.
Jeff Burgess, President/CEO BCDVideo comments, "Having had the privilege of knowing Gary Rowden for six years, his approaching BCDVideo about innovating new robust solutions for Vista made for an exciting endeavour. The payoff for the Vista customer is a synchronised solution born from the collaboration of two engineering teams functioning as one."
Designed by BCDVideo, the new qulu servers offer some of the best performing and efficient video management systems on the market today, whilst maintaining the same great qulu experience. The move to BCDVideo allows Vista to take advantage of the technological developments detailed above, but also to improve lead times and support.
Gary Rowden, Divisional Director for Vista comments, "Our partnership with BCDVideo will allow us to offer increased functionality and greater storage levels on our qulu server range and will benefit us and our customers with even higher levels of support. This is an exciting partnership that further enhances the qulu offering."
For more information, please speak with your Vista BDM or Norbain Account Manager, visit www.vista-cctv.com or contact us at firstname.lastname@example.com, or 0118 912 5000. For the latest news and events, please follow us on Twitter.
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Vista Unveils the New Viper Family
26th July, Reading UK
Vista is proud to introduce the new Viper family. The range consists of five innovative products and provides a solution for combining multi-format recording devices into a single, centrally controlled platform. The key benefit of Viper is that it allows for the flexibility of combining existing and new hardware in order to create the simple platform and seamless system that makes sense for you.
What's in the range?
Each product in the family plays an important role in simplifying your recording system. The Viper Virtual Matrix Controller (VMC) allows the system operator to view cameras from multiple remote Viper NVRs and Hybrid DVRs. These remote devices can be recording standard analogue CVBS, TVI, AHD or IP cameras. All cameras are displayed to the operator as one single system when using the VMC.
The Viper NVRs and DVRs can also be used as standalone systems. Their advanced 'Smart' and 'Thumbnail' search facilities greatly simplify the operator's task for finding and reviewing recorded footage. The unique patented 'WARP' function also allows a single NVR to become a master unit, allowing the operator to view, control and set up other Viper devices via its own main monitor output. This is extremely useful if space is limited.
Whether used as a combined system or used as stand alone recorders, the Viper family offers installers and end users a superb one stop solution.
Key features of the Viper family include:
- Full family of IP and analogue products - Tied together by the Virtual Matrix Controller, an entire system can be built from scratch or an existing system can be modified and pulled together into a centrally controlled system using the VMC
- Unique patented 'WARP' function - Allows control of multiple devices from a master NVR
- Advanced 'Smart' and 'Thumbnail' search functions - Make finding and interrogating recorded events very simple
Bob Forehand – Vista Product Manager – "This new Viper family from Vista incorporates 5 product ranges covering both IP and Hybrid Analogue allowing the installer to offer their customers a seamless single system to cover both video formats. The addition of the Virtual Matrix Controller that can be used to "tie" together multiple recorders provides a very intuitive and cost effective single point of control."
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Vista Releases qulu Version 3.0
13th June, Reading UK
Vista is proud to announce the launch of qulu 3.0, unleashing the power of cloud based VMS integration.
The latest update of qulu has arrived in the form of 3.0. Gary Rowden, Divisional Director of Vista, comments "qulu 3.0 contains a whole host of new features making it even more powerful than before. More excitingly it brings cloud based technology to our already innovative VMS solution with the added bonus of letting customers try before they buy."
qulu 3.0 includes the new addition of qulu Cloud (Qcloud). This means users can now login from anywhere in the world and share access to their system, saving hours in port-forwarding setup and coordination. An all new intuitive desktop client enables users to easily add, view, and interact with URLs within it. In addition, the innovative Q server now has a Lite Client with app based control, allowing users to set up the Q with a keyboard and mouse. Using the qulu2 mobile App you can also gain remote display control, displaying up to 4 live streams at a time. A large majority of the improvements to qulu have come about as a result of feedback from Vista's Voice of Customer initiative such as the addition of Joystick support with Axis T8311.
More developments include the addition of custom user roles, a faster propriety developed media player within the mobile app and a host of newly supported devices. For more information on what qulu 3.0 has got to offer you can read the full release notes.
With the qulu free trial licence you can test out all of the great software features for yourself. Vista BDMs are available to ensure customers are able to get the most out of the qulu free trial licence as well as highlighting the company specific benefits the latest update offers.
Steve Canning, Vista Technical Product Manager, comments "The new qulu Cloud login allows registered users to view any of their systems from anywhere in the world. This new level of freedom gives customers the power to control large systems from one place, saving time and resources. The abundance of features added to qulu 3.0 has not affected the user friendly interface, but has added another level of power to VMS systems as you know them."
Key features and benefits summarised:
- qulu Cloud (Qcloud) - is a new architectural addition to the qulu VMS platform
- Joystick Support Added [Axis T8311]
- All new desktop client - revamped for Windows, Mac, and Ubuntu Linux
- Q Lite Client - the Q now has a Lite Client with app based control
- Custom 'User Roles'
- New, faster mobile app - with a new, faster propriety developed media player, layouts and live thumbnails
- New device support
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Vista launches the redesigned Solutions Brochure
21st February, Reading UK
Vista is pleased to announce the launch of the latest Solutions brochure. The publication was redesigned around Vista's core values of listening, understanding, advising and supporting, with the customer in mind throughout the entire process. As a result of valuable customer and internal feedback prior to and during the creation of the brochure, a user friendly and informative tool has been produced.
The first section provides interesting information on all of Vista's services, the Voice of Customer initiative and details of how Vista can provide value right through the Project Lifecycle. This is followed by 'The Journey' section of the brochure which helps customers plan how best to maintain or upgrade their infrastructure and systems. Either way, the simple map based structure of the brochure allows for relevant products and services to be found quickly and easily.
From a product perspective the Solutions brochure now solely focuses on Vista's six core technologies and highlights the real world benefits of the range. The products fall under the categories of Analogue, IP, qulu VMS, VOLO Access Control, Smart Transmission and Vehicle Number Plate Recognition and as a whole form 'The Journey' mentioned above. The six core technologies, in conjunction with Vista's technology partners means that a complete, perfectly integrated solution can be provided from one single point of contact.
Gary Rowden, Divisional Director - Product Management & Business Development for Vista comments: "We have taken a fresh approach when creating the latest version of the Vista Solutions brochure. With the customer in mind, we wanted to create a tool that can easily be used as a guide to Vista's products and services. The brochure shows the real world benefits of our solutions and how customers can really benefit from talking to us."
Please click here or talk to Vista if you would like to get your hands on a copy of the new brochure.
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Vista Releases All-In-One Number Plate Recognition System
12th January, Reading UK
Vista is proud to announce the launch of the VS50 all-in-one number plate recognition system combining an HD camera and embedded PC. This new system allows the HD video to be processed inside the camera housing, therefore removing the need for the video to be transmitted over a network to an external PC. This combination is available in both a bollard or wall mount format, with or without an overview camera.
The VS50 utilises uncompressed HD video for high accuracy in number plate recognition when utilised in parking and access control systems. The high quality resolution enables the capture of the most challenging plates, including those with half height and stacked characters.
To make the installation stress free, the camera has a simple to use web page set up allowing the uploading of a database to the camera. Device rules can be set up against the database to enable multiple different output options to be controlled including barrier relay control, email output, Wiegand output and LED sign integration. Another feature of the system is that multiple cameras can be linked together via a server PC running parking software to give a complete parking management system including powerful features such as overstay analysis, car park counting, alarm management and ticketing integration.
The VS50 in itself can be a single lane barrier control system, but combined with VNPR servers, the system can be easily expanded to multiple lane operation.
Key features include:
- Full HD IP camera - The increased resolution allows a single camera to cover a 4m wide lane at the camera's specified read range
- Inbuilt IR illuminations and filtering - This guarantees quality images of number plates 24/7, even when the car's head lights are pointed directly at the camera
- 3-25m read range - The cameras come pre-configured in 3 different range options, covering read ranges from 3-25m, covering the vast majority of applications
- HD camera - Allows for higher accuracy in plate reading over a wider (4m) lane
- All-in-one design - Makes it simple to install
- Web page set up - Set up and commissioning is very simple, requires minimal training
Bob Forehand, Vista Product Manager, comments: "The VS50 is an exceptional new product within the Number Plate Recognition market, as either a bollard or wall mount format giving you flexibility for installation. This new system combines the HD camera and PC into one unit for high accuracy and quality images covering a variety of read ranges for all applications. The all-in-one design makes it simple to install saving time and money."
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Vista Releases 3 Christmas Crackers to make the Engineer's life a little simpler
15th December, Reading UK
Vista is pleased to announce the introduction of three new products, arriving at the perfect time of year as a gift to all engineers. The 3 new products have been specifically designed with the installation engineer in mind to make install as quick and simple as possible. The ease of install ensures only one engineer will need to be sent to the project and allows for the rapid commissioning of sites.
The '3 Christmas Crackers' consist of the VK2-3MPEFEDre Easy Fit Eyeball Dome, The DIAMOND multi function test monitor and the DJB Dome Junction Boxes. With the Eyeball Dome the lens functions and the positioning of the camera's viewing angle can be remotely controlled by the installation engineers from either a laptop, Viper NVR or from the qulu VMS software, as well as other 3rd party ONVIF compliant software. This means that the installation and commissioning of the camera can be simply and quickly carried out by a single person. The new DJBS IP66 junction box further simplifies the installation of the camera, allowing all connections to be made externally within a waterproof environment. The DIAMOND is the CCTV Engineer's ultimate test tool. The touch screen device is crammed with functions developed to make the job of installing, commissioning and fault finding of CCTV systems easier. As a basic test monitor The DIAMOND will accept virtually any CCTV camera format including IP, CVBS, TVI, AHD and CVI video.
Key features include:
- Remote control of the camera lens and positioning allows single person set-up
- The camera uses Sony's Starvis technology to produce excellent quality low light images
- The camera's Wide Dynamic Range function allows it to produce detailed images even in scenes of high contrast
The DIAMOND
- Viewing of IP, TVI, CVI, AHD and CVBS video formats
- Digital Multi Meter
- The monitor can output RS485 or HD analogue up the coax protocols to test most PTZ domes
- Approx 16 hour battery life after an 8 hour charge
Dome Junction Box – DJBS
- Provides a spacer to allow connection cables to be hidden making installation easier
- Supplied with a top plate that allows mounting of internal domes
Bob Forehand, Vista Product Manager, comments: "The VK2-3MPEFEDre, The DIAMOND and Dome Junction Box make the perfect gift for installation engineers. They save time, simplify installations and produce excellent quality results. "
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Vista Releases Ultra Low Light Camera Utilising 'Darkbuster' Technology
1st December, Reading UK
Vista is pleased to announce the introduction of the VK2-HD30LRIR-PM, a PTZ dome with 500m IR illumination. An addition to the VK2 range, this 1080p 30:1 optical PTZ pendant mount camera utilises a highly sensitive 1/1.9" Sony Exmor CMOS chipset to produce stunning quality colour images. An excellent image quality can still be produced at night when using the camera's Darkbuster mode for ultra low light situations.
For instances where there is no ambient lighting, the VK2-HD30LRIR-PM includes integral IR illumination. This tracks with the zoom function of the camera providing optimum illumination over the zoom range for balanced images at distances of up to 500m. For troublesome scenes of view, the VK2-D30LRIR-PM incorporates true WDR (120dB). Increased functionality is also facilitated thanks to 4 alarm inputs, 2 way audio and the ability to record directly to a Micro SD memory card. The camera has been designed with a quick fit, quarter turn bayonet adaptor which means it can be installed into any standard 1.5" NPT threaded bracket. This makes installation quicker and easier whilst also avoiding excessive twisting on the cabling.
The VK2-HD30LRIR-PM is ONVIF compliant and fully compatible with Vista's software and hardware recording and control solutions as well as other 3rd party manufacturers' VMS systems.
- Ultra low light - Uses Darkbuster technology to produce high definition colour images even in extremely low light scenes
- 500m Tracking IR Illumination - The integral IR is synchronised with the zoom function to provide optimum illumination up to 500m
- Full HD recording - Full HD 1920x1080 resolution ensures excellent images at up to 60ips
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Vista are proud to announce the launch of their new VVRD37V11HDAS vandal resistant camera – their first high definition analogue camera to include Starlight technology. The camera is a new addition to the Vista analogue CCTV range and is capable of providing full HD 1080p resolution in TVI High Definition Analogue (HDA) format over coax cabling. The use of a varifocal lens, coupled with an extremely sensitive Sony CMOS sensor, means that the VVRD37V11HDAS can also produce stunning quality colour images in extremely low light situations. An example of this feature can be seen in the video hyperlinked at the bottom of this article.
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Thank you to Cathy Mere and Mandy Robek for hosting the Nonfiction Picture Book 10 for 10 (#nf10for10). The rules are simple:
What: 10 nonfiction picture books you can't live without.
Hashtag: #nf10for10
Who: Anyone interested --- educators, media specialists, librarians, parents, and book lovers.
When: Thursday, February 19th
Where: All posts will be linked on the 2015 #nf10for10 page of our Picture Book 10 for 10 Google Community Site.
Last year, I did my first nonfiction picture book 10 for 10 challenge. When I have checked out the posts of other teachers/librarians/bloggers, I am excited to see what books are selected and how they are arranged. This year's theme came from a comment I made to some friends..."It is pretty much a given that I will like it if it has a bear in it." So I decided to do my favorite nonfiction picture books about bears. They are in no order and I haven't said a lot about them but they are all worth picking up and checking out. And go #teambear
If You Were a Panda Bear by Florence Minor; Illustrated by Wendell Minor (Katherine Tegen Books, 2013) - I love books with beautiful illustrations and Wendell Minor is one of my favorite illustrators. Beautiful illustrations and great facts about different types of bears.
Winnie: The True Story of the Bear Who Inspired Winnie-the-Pooh by Sally M. Walker; Illustrated by Jonathan D. Voss (Henry Holt and Co., January 20, 2015) - A picture book biography about the bear who inspired the Winnie the Pooh story. Did not know about this one but very touched by it.
Wild About Bears by Jeannie Brett (Charlesbridge, 2014) - Another fun fact book about different types of bears.
The Polar Bear Scientist (Scientist in the Field) by Peter Lourie (HMH Books for Young Readers, 2012) - Do I have to say much about this one? Love the Scientist in the Field Series.
Moon Bear by Brenda Z. Guiberson; Illustrated by Ed Young (Henry Holt and Co., 2010) - I did not know a lot about the moon bear so this one was enlightening to me.
Ice Bear: In the Steps of the Polar Bear by Nicola Davies; Illustrated by Gary Blythe (Candlewick, 2005) - Polar Bears are just so majestic and this book is a beautiful tribute to the great white bear of the north.
Waiting for Ice by Sandra Markle (Charlesbridge, 2012) - Markle always finds a way to connect emotionally to her readers and this story about an orphaned 10 month old polar bear will definitely touch you.
Fraser Bear: A Cub's Life by Maggie de Vries, Renné Benoit (Greystone Books, 2010) - Black bears are more common for many of us and this story of a cub's life will be an enjoyable read with younger students.
Eat Like a Bear by April Pulleye; Illustrated by Steve Jenkins (Henry Holt and Co., 2013) - For very young students, this book in verse looks at the life of a bear.
Mrs. Harkness and the Panda by Alicia Potter; Illustrated by Melissa Sweet (Knopf Books for Young Readers, 2012) - Though we cannot just take a bear out of another country these days, this story tells of a woman in the 1930's who traveled to China and brought a panda back to the United States. An interesting piece of history.
Check out the hashtag #nf10for10 on twitter for more nonfiction picture book posts by other teachers and librarians and bloggers.


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You might recognize the model leading the Stuart Weitzman Fall 2016 advertising campaign, she's become quite popular over the last few years. Gigi Hadid will be the focus of Weitzman's new Fall 2016 line, the company started previewing the new ad campaign this week, it will hit stores, online and billboards over the holiday season.
The new ads were shot by renowned fashion photographer Mario Testino for the 10th season, the black-and-white ads continue to embrace a distinctively minimalist aesthetic – this time with the dynamic addition of movement and a decidedly editorial approach.
Inspired by Gigi's real-life workout regimen, the campaign captures her power, agility and gracefulness with vigorous energy. From boxing to jumping to athletic-inspired moves, the beauty of a strong, confident and independent woman unfolds with each kick and punch.
In the world of Stuart Weitzman, "sexy" means being comfortable and confident in your own skin, and the campaign captures this essence in an effortlessly chic way while clearly showcasing the new season's essential silhouettes.
According to the company, the international advertising campaign will launch in the United States, Italy, France, England, Dubai, Germany, Spain and Asia. Outdoor advertising (billboards and kiosks) will run in Los Angeles, New York, Milan, Paris and Hong Kong. A behind-the-scenes video and additional creative content will be featured on stuartweitzman.com and in Stuart Weitzman boutiques worldwide.
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Session 6
Listen to find out how to use an everyday English expression.
Jechoota guyyuu of ibsuuf nu fayyadu akkaataa itti dhimma baanu hubachuuf caqasi.
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Activity 1
A can of worms
Look at the Session Vocabulary – make sure you know what these words mean:
- an earthworm/ a worm
- a can
- to deal with
Listen to Finn and Feifei talking about worms. As you listen, think about these questions:
1. Is Finn interested in worms?
2. Who knows more information about worms - Finn or Feifei?
Listen to find out the answers. Then check them on the transcript below.
Yooyyaa, qophii jechoota Afaan Inglizii keessaatti of ibsuuf si fayyadan English Expressions akkasumas haara ta'n akka bartuuf si gargaarutti baga nagana dhufte.
Har'a, Afaan Inglizii keessattii of ibsuuf kan si fayyadu 'a can of worms' xaasaawaa raammoowwan keessa jiran jedhu ni barana. Maal jechuudha jette yaada? Wal'aaltee? Tole ittifufii caqasi.
Finii fi Feeyfeeyiin caqasi. Fin waa'ee raammoowwanii 'worms' waan qorachaa tureef waan argate Feeyfeeyitti himaa jira. Waan inni hubate bira gahe caqasi.
Worms are great – don't you think they're really interesting?
Erm, yeah, kind of. But what's today's phrase?
Yeah, yeah, yeah, we'll come to that in a minute. But, did you know earthworms, the kind
you normally find in the soil, are both male and female in one body?
That is quite interesting.
And if you cut a worm in half – only one part of the worm will die!
Yes, the part with the fat little bump on it will survive. I knew that.
It's fascinating, isn't it? And earthworms can be really short – from only one millimetre – to a massive three metres!
Fin waa'ee raammoowwan dachee irraa 'earthworms' dubbachaa jira. Qaama tokkorratti 'male' dhiira, fi 'female' dhalaa akka ta'u danda'an hubateera. Walqixxeesitee yoo addaan kuttee, 'survive' lubbuun jiraachuu danda'uu jedha. Akksumas hanga meetira sadii 'three metres' guddachuu danda'u. Maaliif waa'ee raammoowwanii akka dubatu hubachuuf caqasi.
Finn, hang on a second, why are we talking about worms so much?
Sorry, yes, I was doing some research for today's programme. The phrase, today, is: a can of
Right. Well, 'a can of worms' is a phrase we use to describe a situation that causes a lot of
problems when you start to deal with it.
Yes, sometimes you want to deal with a problem, but you realise that by dealing with that
problem it will open up a whole set of new problems.
Fin waa'ee raammoowwanii baay'ee waan dubbiseef waantoota nama hawwatan heddu bareera. Feeyfeeyi garuu hama gaalee har'a barachaa jiru 'a can of worms' itti himutti sababa inni waa'ee raammowwanii hammana dubbachaa jiruuf hingalleef ture. Feeyfeeyiin haala rakko heddu fiduu danda'u ibsuuf 'a can of worms' fayyadamna jechuun ibsiti. Haalli isaa akka xaasaa 'can' akka ta'e rakkoon immoo raammoowwan 'worms' akka ta'anitti mee yaadi. Xaasaa sana yoo banne haala rakko sana keessa yoo of argine jedchuudha, sana booda raammoowwan xaasaa keessaa bahu, raammoowwan sana deebisanii xaasaa sanatti galchuun waan salphaa miti.Kanaafuu haala rakkoowwan garaagaraa hedduuf sisaaxilaniifi furmaata kennuuf ulfaataa ta'e ibsuuf itti fayyadamna. Jechama asiin gaditti itti fayadaman dhageefadhu. Xaasaan maal akka ta'eefi raammoowwan maal akka ta'an hubachuu dandeessaa?
When Frank asked why his brother arrived late to the party, his brother started telling Frank all about the problems in his life: his car, his health, problems with his friends… Frank realised he'd opened a can of worms.
A: Charles, have you finished writing that report about our fantastic sales figures this month?
B: No, because actually I realised our sales figures are all wrong. Someone has been giving us false information for months…
A: Oh no, what a can of worms.
Yes, well anyway – I hope everyone listening understands the phrase now. I think I'll get back
to my reading. 34,000 different kinds of worm, wow… They can live for up to 10 years!
Fascinating… They eat their own weight every day…
OK, well I think we've lost Finn there. I think I've had enough of worms for one day.
Finn waa'ee raammoowwan waan dabalataa akka hubatuuf itti dhiisna. Ati takkaa 'a can of worms' bantee beektaa? Maaltu ta'e? Waan hintaanetu si quunamee? Jechoota Afaan Inglizii of ibsuuf si fayyadan 'English Expressions' dabalataaf yeroo ittaanu walitti deebina.
1.Yes, very interested.
2.Finn knows more information about worms.
How do I use it?
When using the expression 'a can of worms' be sure to include 'a' before 'can', as 'can' is a countable noun and is usually singular here. Also, remember that 'worms' is always plural in this expression. 'A can of worms' is used with the verb 'to open', which is a regular verb, so we add 'ed' to make the the past simple and past participle forms. Look at these examples:
Careful! You'll open a whole can of worms if you try to make any suggestions about the way Peter works. He's done things the same way for years and making any changes will just cause more problems.
I opened a can of worms when I asked my boss a simple question about the company's finances. He discovered that somebody has been lying about our expenses for months!
Cindy only went to the dentist to have one of her teeth checked, but she's opened a can of worms. The dentist says she needs to fix two other teeth, as well, and it will cost her a lot of money.
A can of worms
3 Questions
Choose the correct answer.
Deebii sirrii ta'e fili.
Choose the correct answer.
Deebii sirrii ta'e fili.
karaarra buusuYaadadhu, gaalichi waa'ee raammoowwanii miti. Raammoowwan xaasaa keessa wanta biraa bakka bu'u.
Question 1 of 3
Choose the correct answer.
Deebii sirrii ta'e fili.
karaarra buusuXaasaa raammoowwanii yoo banne, waan gadhe meeaqtu uumama?
Question 2 of 3
Choose the correct answer.
Deebii sirrii ta'e fili.
karaarra buusuXaasaa tokko qofatu jira garuu rammoowwan hedduudha.
Question 3 of 3
Excellent! Great job! Carraa badaa! Qabxii argatte:
Over to you!
Have you ever opened 'a can of worms'? What was the situation? What happened? Come and tell us on our Facebook group.
Join us for our next episode of English Expressions, when we will learn more useful language and practise your listening skills.
Barnoota Essential English ittaanu kan dandeettii caqasuukee ittiin shaakaltuufi qooqa barbaachisoo barannutti walitti deebina.
Session Vocabulary
an earthworm/ a worm
raammoo lafaa
a can
to survive
to deal with
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Brie and Mike's reception took place at the brand new venue 214 Martin here in Raleigh on November 8th, 2014. This place was a vacant shell for years, but the owners have really stepped up and made a great space there!
Guests arrived after the ceremony and were treated to cocktails and hors d'oeuvres from Sisters Catering. I lined up the bridal party shortly after and brought them in to Pharrell's "Happy". Brie and Mike then had their first dance to Sam Smith's "Make it to Me" which was my first time playing this song. I love Sam Smith! Great choice. The food was blessed and the buffet opened. The food looked great! After dinner, toasts were given and the cake was cut. Mike and his mom actually did the first of the parent dances to "Wagon Wheel" by Old Crow Medicine Show. Everyone loved it and clapped along. Next up was Brie and her father. We made a custom edit for them of "I Loved Her First" that mixed into Paul Simon's "You Can Call Me Al". They did the whole routine from the video and everything! It was awesome!
Dancing opened after that and the floor stayed packed until the very end of the night when Brie and Mike sang Sam Smith's "Stay with Me" on my mic to the crowd just before the sparkler sendoff! What a great reception!


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Did it feel like the summer just blew by? It did to me! I spent Labor day weekend at the Portland Grand Prix. The Indycars returned back to Portland after their last race here in 2007.
It was estimated that 40,000 race fans showed up Sunday afternoon for the big race. Having always been a Indycar fan, I opted for spending a little more money and got the pit pass too. I think being in the pits is almost more interesting than the race. You get a chance to watch mechcanics put their final touches on the car before the start of the race. The best part is hearing the cars being warmed up, and they sound awesome too.
My first trip to the race was in 1984, and in those days its was three-day-party! We would ride our motorcycles down from Spokane, and meet up with my friends parents who would drive their motorhome down from eastern Washington. Fun times. Looking forward to next years race.


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Media Consumption and the Future of Public Connection
Low voter turnouts have intensified UK government concern about declining public engagement with the democratic process. Meanwhile the multiplying range of digital media risks fragmenting the national audience. What does everyday media use contribute to people's sense of themselves as connected to a public world, where issues of shared importance are resolved? This is the question we set out to explore by asking people across England to produce a diary for three months during 2004, interviewing those diarists on a number of occasions, and then conducting a nationwide survey in 2005 on the emerging themes.
This project ran from October 2003 to March 2005
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Project team
Professor Nick Couldry
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Project outline
The following is the text of the project's original proposal
Governments are increasingly concerned with the future of politics and citizenship. Underlying many views of democratic politics is an assumption that shared media sustain people's connection to the public spaces where politics goes on and citizenship is enacted. But how is that connection sustained, and how do individuals think about the ways in which they are, or are not, connected to wider public spaces? This project seeks to provide answers to these questions by generating detailed insights into what particular individuals do and think, as well as offering broader-based survey information on these questions. A key aim is to contribute to the developing policy debate about the conditions of citizenship in an age of increasingly diverse media consumption.
If we are steadily learning more about the complex and varied ways in which people use the range of media (including new media) now on offer to them, we know much less about how, if at all, they connect that media consumption to their lives as citizens. In this area of uncertainty, a research agenda converges with a growing policy agenda: the concerns of governments and social groups that people are less engaged with traditional spaces of citizenship and that, as media consumption becomes increasingly tailor-made for individuals, shared connections to public spaces through media can only decrease.
Against this background, this research will explore how changing practices of media consumption may be allowing for new forms of connection, citizenship, and participation, but with a specific focus on how individuals themselves understand the relationship between their lives as media consumers and their lives as citizens.
We certainly cannot make simple assumptions about how, and whether people consider that their media consumption provides them with the resources for citizenship that they feel they need. We can expect that individuals will, through reflection and practice over time, reach a wide variety of conclusions and this project is aimed to give a better sense of the fine grain of how people understand and resolve these issues.
The project seeks to answer several related questions:
The project will explore these questions through a two-phase approach, which is designed to generate both qualitative and quantitative data.
Phase One will involve recruiting a panel of 30 diarists from a range of socio-economic backgrounds and regions, and with a range of media resources (from the 'media rich' to the 'media poor'). Diarists will be asked to write over a six-month period diaries that describe their media consumption and their practices as citizens, and reflect on the relationship between these. The diarists will then be interviewed individually and focus groups will be conducted involving them, their families, work or school colleagues and friends. Phase One is due to be completed in December 2004.
Phase Two in early 2005 involves a national survey of 1000 people that aims to produce generalisable conclusions on the detailed issues about consumption and citizenship raised by Phase One, with the survey design tracking in detail those issues.
Possibilities for joint publications and further joint research projects are currently being explored between LSE and University of Illinois.
Through this two-phase research approach, a final report will be written that will combine broad, statistically significant conclusions about the relations between media consumption and citizenship, supplemented by the detailed insights of individual practice and reflections from Phase One (details which a survey in itself could not have generated).
Through a series of seminars, the importance of the project's research, both to ongoing policy initiatives on citizenship at national and local government level, and the possibilities for follow-up research, will be explored.