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A new thermal boot was introduced in the early 1950s, for conditions in Korea, replacing the inadequate WW II vintage Shoepacs. The new boot was issued first to the Marine Corps then to the Army. The boot was designed with two layers of rubber with a layer of wool pile insulating material in between. They were referred to as thermos boots because of a sealed air layer within the insulating material. Neither air nor moisture could be exchanged with that layer due to the sealed rubber, preventing heat from escaping the foot, protecting the wearer from frostbite down to -20� F. By mid-November 1951, all Army and Marine Corps troops in Korea had the new boots. Their bulbous large size and black color quickly led to a new name: "Mickey Mouse" boots. The style is also sometimes called a "Blucher Boot."
In the 1960s, an air valve was added to equalize pressure in the boot during air transportation. A second version of the boot, in white, called "Bunny" boots, offered protection down to -60� F.
Boots, Extreme Cold Weather a.k.a. Mickey Mouse Boots.Photo courtesy Government Liquidation.com.
In the autumn of 1951, the 1st Marine Division received a new piece of cold weather clothing: the Boot, Combat, Rubber, Insulated (or Insulated Rubber Boot.) No one called it anything else but "Mickey Mouse Boots" since their outsized shape and black color gave the wearer some podiatric similarity to Hollywood's famous rodent. Other names for the hoots were less complimentary, but compared with the "shoe-pacs" they replaced, the Mickey Mouse boots quickly proved their value in preventing frozen feet.
The U.S. Army had conducted experiments with a cold weather boot during and after World War II, but by 1949 it had abandoned the effort since none of the experimental prototypes met Army standards for long-distance marching. Less concerned about the marching requirement, the Navy and Marine Corps conducted their own boot tests, 1948-1951, and concluded that one boot had merit. The field tests included wear in all Sorts of cold weather and terrain conditions, and
the Marines hiked in the boot and found it at least acceptable as winter footwear since no one marched very fast or far in inclement conditions anyway. The Mickey Mouse boots arrived in Korea in August 1951.
Cold weather experience in Korea showed that the Mickey Mouse Boots had to be used with caution since the boots could turn the unwary and careless Marine into a frostbite casualty. The boots trapped more than heat. They also trapped sweat, and even if the feet remained warm, the moisture - with its ability to transfer heat four times more rapidly than dry air - accumulated, too. If a Marine did not stay on the move, his feet cooled, and the more sweat-soaked one's socks, the faster one's feet froze. One hour of inactivity could bring on an attack of frostbite. The standard operating procedure, therefore, for Mickey Mouse bootwear included a provision that each Marine had to dry his feet and change to dry socks at
least once a day, preferably more often.
The next worst thing to having frozen feet, however, was preventing frozen feet. Changing socks and drying feet in the open air of a Korean winter tested the staunchest Marines. Units tried to establish a warming tent of some sort where the masochistic ritual could he performed with a hint of comfort and adequate time. Fortunately, the static winter war of 1951-1952 allowed such luxuries and cases of frozen feet in the 1st Marine Division dropped dramatically. The Mickey Mouse boots had come to stay.
This section adapted from US Marines in the Korean War, P466.
Boots, Extreme Cold Weather a.k.a. Bunny Boots (l) or Mickey Mouse Boots (r). Photo courtesy Government Liquidation.com.
Starting in 1951, during the Korean War, sealed insulated rubber boots have protected U.S. military personnel from cold injuries to the feet in wet-cold and dry-cold climates, superseding the World War II vintage shoepacs. The black rubber insulated boot, called the "Mickey Mouse Boot," have a seamless inner and outer carcass, direct molded sole, and sealed insulation. An air valve on the outside of each boot is used to compensate for air pressure differentials. The boots are constructed on a double vapor barrier principle, with an air chamber and insulating material sealed between two impermeable barriers of rubber. The outer boot wall or barrier protects the insulation against environmental water and the inner barrier next to the foot protects the insulation against foot perspiration and water vapor. By keeping the insulation dry, the double barriers eliminate the evaporation of moisture from the feet and socks, blocking a major cause of cold injury. The conception of the principle of the sealed insulated boot arose during World War II, with its design and fabrication for initial use in the Korean War.
Initially, the thermal boots were issued in black and offered protection to -20� F temperature in wet or dry conditions. That is, in addition to protection from cold they offered isolation of the feet from snow, slush, mud and water. They are specifically designed for combat personnel who may not have the opportunity to frequently change to dry socks. Insulating material is hermetically sealed into the sides and bottoms of the boots. The insulation takes the place of removable innersoles and the secondary layer of socks worn in other types of cold weather boots. Perspiration from the feet and water spilling over the tops of the boots cannot reach the insulating material because it is sealed-in and always remains dry. Moisture from outside sources or from perspiration may make the socks damp; this dampness is not harmful to the feet, provided they receive proper care such as frequent drying and massaging. If socks are not changed and feet dried regularly (at least twice daily) the skin becomes softened and is more readily chafed or blistered. These effects are occasionally mistaken for superficial frostbite. Only one pair of cushion-sole socks are worn with the boots. Additional socks should not be worn as the feet may become cramped, resulting in restricted blood circulation and cold feet.
Although initially procured for the Korean War, these boots remain an active component of the Extreme Cold Weather ensemble (ECWCS). Later nomenclature was similar to "Boots, Cold Weather, Men�s and Women�s, Rubber Black Insulated, with Release Valve," or "Boot, Extreme Cold Weather" under specification MIL-B-41816. There are a large number of NSNs that apply to these boots, depending on time period and size. The pressure release valve, part of the white boot design, was added to the black boot as well.
The boots and procedures for use are described in FM 31-70 Basic Cold Weather Manual.
Release valve for Mickey Mouse Boots.Photo courtesy Government Liquidation.com.
The insulated white boot, called the white Mickey Mouse or "Bunny Boot," is designed for wear in cold-dry conditions and will protect the feet in temperatures as low as �60� F. The boots have a seamless inner and outer carcass, direct molded sole, sealed insulation, and an outside air release valve used to compensate for pressure differentials. The sealed insulation exceeds that of the black boots for protection against the hazards of a cold-dry environment. Like the black boots, the white boots are worn over one pair of cushion sole socks. The air release valve provides airborne troops a means of equalizing external and internal air pressures when undergoing extreme changes in altitude. This valve must remain closed at all other times to prevent the possibility of introducing any amount of moisture into the insulation of the boot and rendering it permanently unserviceable.
These boots remain an active component of the Extreme Cold Weather ensemble (ECWCS). Later nomenclature was similar to "Boots Cold Weather, Men�s and Women�s, Rubber White, Insulated, with Release Valve" or "Boot, Extreme Cold Weather" under specification MIL-B-41816. There are a large number of NSNs that apply to these boots, depending on time period and size.
While the Mickey Mouse type Extreme Cold Weather boots are the most effective American boots for cold conditions, they have their drawbacks. They are very heavy and bulky and can inhibit rapid movements by soldiers wearing them. The top edge of the boot can chafe the calf on marches, quickly causing a painful sore. The wearer's feet tend to sweat a lot in these boots which can cause problems when clean, dry socks are not available in field conditions. However, the problems are small compared to the cold injuries prevented by these boots.
Later versions of the Mickey Mouse Boots have two labels stenciled on the outside of the boot (see photos):
In addition, near the top of the back are a size label and "US" markings.
Each pair of Mickey Mouse boots is issued with an instruction tag with this text:
Facts about the insulated boot.
(1) These boots have been designed to protect your feet from cold injury and frost bite in areas where
moisture and cold are critical factors, and where the mean monthly temperature ranges between 14�F
and 68�F. The boot should not be worn where temperatures fall below � 20�F
(2) The part of the boot that keeps the foot warm consists of layers of wool and felt that are sealed
between the rubber inner and outer layers of the boot so that no water can get into the insulation
(3) Marching, running, or heavy work for long periods will cause the feet to sweat, However, this moisture
cannot damage the insulation because of the water-proof rubber lining inside the boot. The feet, even
if damp, will stay warm, After a few days, your feet become used to this feeling. If these boots are worn
continuously, the skin appears wrinkled and white as if it had been soaked in water. Drying the feet
and putting on dry clean socks will cause this condition to disappear. If ice water spills into the boot, it
warms to body temperature rapidly.
(4) FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS: Wear with one pair of Socks, Wool, Cushion Sole! Fold the top of
the sock over top of boot to prevent slipping and wrinkling. Field trousers are to be worn outside the
(5) SIZES: Boots are supplied in whole sizes. Widths are Extra Narrow, Narrow, Regular, Wide, Extra
Wide. Try on the same size insulated boots as your leather boot. If you wear a half size in leather
boots, try on the next larger or smaller size for proper fit. MAKE SURE THAT INSULATED BOOTS FIT
PROPERLY. THEY HAVE A �SOFT" FIT. Be sure yours are large enough. Fit snug, but not tight. The
boot is double laced through the second eyelets. Loosen laces and draw boot onto foot, seating the
back of the heel firmly into the boot. Pull laces right about the second eyelet firmly to anchor the boot
to the foot. Lace rest of boot comfortably. Fold or tuck fullness of gusset rearward on outer side of leg,
per instructions imprinted on the boot. When doffing boot, loosen laces above second eyelet, then
complete by loosening laces directly below second eyelet.
(6) Change socks at least once daily.
(7) If your feet begin to get cold, button up all your garments and exercise the entire body by swinging
the arms, stamping the feet, and rapid movement of the toes.
(8) Wash the inside of boots with soapy water once a month.
(9) Boots should be inspected after each use for holes, cuts and punctures as the insulation can
become wet if the boot is accidentally punctured. Repair all outside and inside punctures immediately
to prevent moisture from wetting the sealed insulation, using the Emergency Individual
Repair Patch Kit for Insulated Boots. If this kit is not available, temporary repairs can be made by
patching with rubber or friction tape, pressure sensitive adhesive cellophane tape or even chewing
gum. Damaged boots should be turned in for repair or for new boots.
(10) The shelf on the heel holds a ski or snowshoe binding in place.
(11) For Type I Class 1, the air release valve on the outside of the boot equalizes air pressure at different
altitudes. To reduce boot swelling and foot discomfort when the boot is worn in unpressurized
aircraft or at high altitudes, open the valve allowing pressure to escape. Back at lower altitudes,
close again. Be sure to keep closed, except while airborne, to eliminate moisture penetration, DO
NOT TAMPER WITH AIR VALVE. USE ONLY WHEN NEEDED! For Type I, Class 2, no valves are
(12) Do not paint the inside of the boot for identification purposes or polish the boots with shoe polish as
this will result in deterioration of the rubber.
(13) Cleaning: Sprinkle lightly with general purpose scouring powder or similar cleaning powder. Wet a
soap impregnated steel wool pad and rub lightly. Rinse with water.
(14) Trench foot and frostbite are serious cold injuries which can cause painful and permanent disability.
These injuries can be prevented by proper care of your feet. No boot will keep your feet from freezing
if in sub-zero weather you remain motionless for several hours. Wear the insulated boot properly and
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Opening Reception: Thursday, October 20, 2016. 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. | Performance begins at 7:30 p.m. Free to public.
Thursday, October 20, 2016 – Sunday, January 8, 2017
835 N Kings Road
West Hollywood, CA 90069
The Stephanie Taylor Kong Boos—"song book," with first and last letters rearranged—is an installation of sculpture, print works, and music throughout the landmark Schindler House on Kings Road that illustrates and expands the narratives from six songs written by artist Stephanie Taylor between 2010 and 2014.
Stephanie Taylor writes music based on sound sequences she finds in sentences. Dividing all sounds into A, E, I, O and U, she creates melodies she finds within selected phrases. All of her work has rhyming as its starting point; connections are thereby made between things that sound the same. Her recorded songs are included as elements of her visual installations. For example, her 2002 sculpture, Bass, is a fish made of brass that takes its material from its name, and treats the connection as inevitable. Her 2007 sculpture, Hopper, is a rabbit cast in bronze and plated in copper. Using sound, Taylor makes a connection between Hopper and copper, Bass and brass. Form and function merge in rhyme. She uses this tongue-in-cheek conceptual strategy to make poetry from random strings of sounds, highlighting questions of meaning in and of language.
The Kong Boos at the Schindler House takes six of Taylor's songs and their associated character-based installations, and intermingles them, swapping characters and locations—a street vendor, a going-away-party, an Oil Man—and shifting plots throughout the property. As a whole, the exhibition features tales meandering from Boston to the English Channel, then over to Los Angeles. Songs included are: Pork Shank Stew, Goodbye Song, Rosángela, Swam Sea Span, Piston Toggle, and Mommy! The songs (as audio elements within the installation) play one at a time throughout. An additional song plays in the bathroom. Objects, photographs, and screen prints accompany each plot.
Placing Taylor's songs into the narrative-laden, architectural context of the modernist Schindler House presents the opportunity to add new layers to the experience of her work. Part of the significance of the House comes from the decades worth of stories amassed by its numerous and engaging residents. A presentation of Taylor's story-generating practice in a loaded environment as such provides her work with opportunities beyond the capacity of white-wall museum viewing environments.
A chorus of five vocalists and a pianist will perform the six songs from the exhibition, live at the opening on Thursday, October 20th, beginning at 7:30 p.m. The artist and chorus will perform an additional song not included in the Kong Boos: Kindler's Mouse, which tells the story of a mouse working for a kindler by one of the many fireplaces in the house at Kings Road.
Artist Lincoln Tobier designed the accompanying publication of illustrations and sheet music, published by the MAK Center (2016). Resting on a piano in the Pauline Schindler Studio for the length of the exhibition, visitors will be invited to play and sing from the Kong Boos. The book will also be for sale in the MAK Center bookstore.
Stephanie Taylor is an internationally celebrated Los Angeles-based artist. Her work has been shown in solo exhibitions at Galerie Nagel Draxler, Köln and Berlin; Los Angeles Museum of Art (LAMOA); and Daniel Hug Gallery, Los Angeles. Group exhibitions highlighting Taylor's installations have been mounted at the Generali Foundation, Vienna; LACMA On-Site; and Meliksetian Briggs, Los Angeles. She has completed performances and readings at venues throughout the area including P.D.A., Five Car Garage, MAK Center for Art and Architecture at the Schindler House, and the Printed Matter Book Fair at MOCA. Her work was first performed at the Schindler House in 2011, an event produced by SASSAS.

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It's not difficult to do, but backing up BI data takes time and effort. Without it, that hard-earned data could float away.
Mechanically, the backup of business intelligence data is easy. More arduous is the crafting of cohesive plans to protect strategic, analytical information that drives vital business decisions.
There's good news for executives worried about the preservation of BI data. Backup utilities are bundled into most BI products, and use of these functions seldom requires help from vendors or consultants.
But there's some not-so-good news as well: BI backup isn't automatic. Instead, corporate officials must devote energy to key data collection and retention decisions that will affect backup strategies mightily.
And while most companies that have embarked on BI projects perform at least some backup, the largest companies are doing less BI backup because their data warehouses are so big, according to Gartner analyst Donald Feinberg. For instance, Wal-Mart Stores reportedly backs up almost no BI data because of the size of its warehouses, which contain terabytes of data.
"The trouble with the backup of BI data is that you are forced to think about it, whereas with transaction data, you aren't," notes Mayur Raichura, director of information systems at Long & Foster Real Estate in Fairfax, Va.
Raichura and his staff are now sharpening Long & Foster's BI data collection policies -- moving away from initial attempts to capture metadata about every search conducted against the company's site. If all that data were to be captured, Long & Foster would generate more than 30 million rows of data in a single year, says Raichura. "How fast you decide to delete -- or not to delete -- your BI data and how you collect this information will impact your backup strategy," he says.
The first issue to think through is whether particular BI data sets need backing up at all. Consider the company that loses strategic BI data that's factored only into high-level decisions made at quarterly or annual meetings. It might be fairly easy to reproduce that lost data, because the information is highly aggregated and not very detailed, according to Keith Gile, an analyst at Forrester Research Inc.
On the other hand, tactical and operational data feeds more immediate decisions and likely requires more-hearty backup measures. "Tactical decisions are made over days or weeks and are more associated with specific business cycles. Under these circumstances, BI data backup is necessary," says Gile.
Having decided where to focus backup efforts, BI executives should then begin shaping BI data maintenance policies into sound backup strategies. It's an effort that can prove challenging for even the most seasoned organizations.
"We are pretty mature in this area," says Grant Felsing, decision support manager at Briggs & Stratton, a Milwaukee-based engine manufacturer. "In a lot of the conversations I've had with other companies, I've come across a lot of blank looks."
Briggs & Stratton's data warehousing infrastructure uses Unix-based servers running software from Cary, N.C.-based SAS Institute to churn BI data from dozens of operational sources into executive management information. Briggs & Stratton gathers transactional data from financial documents and backs that information up on a monthly basis.
Backing up this BI data is technically simple but is no rote exercise. "While the Unix backup tools are pretty thought-free, you've got to decide on the timing of the backups and set them up based on standard models that extract data from various sources," says Felsing.
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For companies with less BI savvy, there's also the risk that BI backup routines will be neglected. "My feeling is that not too many people are going through these exercises because they are so new to warehousing. But a company is smart not to overlook this," observes Jody Porrazzo, director of econometric risk strategy at Apex Management Group Inc., a consulting and insurance services firm in Princeton, N.J. Apex collects metadata and uses it extensively in reporting operations.
Apex is deploying a new SAS BI server, and backup functions are included as macros in the system. "It's very straightforward and very simple," says Porrazzo.


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3 - 7 June at 7pm
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Theatre Beating presents
Ollie Is A Martian
An Existential Love Poem told with beauty, simplicity and idiocy.
Performed by Oliver Cox. Directed by Barnie Duncan.
"There are many different worlds. Many different galaxies. Many different Universes. And many, many different creatures." - Ollie Is A Martian
After leaving his home on the delinquent red planet, a martian called Ollie arrives on Earth. It is wonderful! But why is he here? Moon hopping through the world Ollie asks the big questions about life, love and the universe.
Ollie Is a Martian is an existential tale of an outsider searching to find his place in the human world. Through physical comedy, solar systematic design, and playful, observant humour, this simple story of an alien far away from his home will charm and delight even the most cynical of earth humans.
Ollie Is A Martian is co-written, designed and directed by Ollie's uncle, actor, musician and comedian Barnie Duncan (Constantinople, Calypso Nights, ...Him).
With a deep familial tie of clown-based storytelling between its creators, Ollie Is A Martian is ready to set your heart in orbit during it's galactic full length debut.


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It's Complicated | When 3 Swords Pierce the Heart/
I knew something was brewing, but I didn't know how to face it. It was painful and heart-wrenching and beyond my control... or so I thought.
That's the tricky part of this Tarot card; the three of swords. In the Thoth deck (the one I use exclusively) it's called Sorrow.
In other Tarot decks this card appears with 3 swords piercing one heart & in all decks it demonstrates conflict between 3 people. It's not betrayal, like someone cheating on you, but it is a sort-of Love Triangle, that may not necessarily be between lovers... it's 3 individuals forcing their way in and ultimately, destroying whatever balance & harmony existed before.
All 3 swords aim and stab the center, decimating the delicate Lotus Flower.
In readings, I have actually seen this play out as a girlfriend calling "the wife" and a three-way battle ensues. I've seen it as a child getting caught in the cross-hairs of angry parents in a custody battle, and as gossiping teenagers being confronted by a heart-broken friend who found out.
It's painful confrontation.
When this card comes into play, it's (most often) the words that DO hurt us, not the sticks and stones this time. (But it could indicate physical harm or surgery, depending on other cards within the scope of a reading.)
This situation is shrouded in darkness. Every person involved is hurting, bringing their own pain & perception of the past in with them.
When this card shows up, it all comes to a head.
Thoughts of resentment cloud judgement.
It's unfiltered and quite often reveals toxins that may have been there all along, only now they cannot be ignored, no matter how hard you try to turn away.
2 of the swords are bending under the pressure of one dominant sword, showing that the one-on-one relationships within the Triangle are under pressure. It makes the whole thing what we call "complicated".
Add to that, some psychological manipulation that may be intentional or not... because we're dealing with hurt feelings here. We, as humans, defend ourselves when we perceive a threat and sometimes that involves manipulation in order to get our way. And we don't always realize we are doing this. #thatslife
While all swords are pressing down on one small flower, the Big Picture is lost.
Just like a sparrow searching for worms on the ground does not have the same expansive vision that an eagle has soaring high above.
Those involved in the conflict become fixated on their own pain, OR overly concerned for the pain of another involved.
With all swords pressing on the single, precious Lotus flower, when we do choose to Rise Above and take the Eagle's perspective, it doesn't take much to see the common goal...
All 3 involved in the conflict want what the flower represents: peace, harmony & love.
And it's through the murky waters of sorrow & heartbreak that we discover, ever more deeply, that forceful ways will not allow that to become our reality.
We could consider that the flower was already fading, naturally, as all flowers do. And each person has stepped in, drawn their sword in an attempt to control it and stop the flower from dying; imposing force on a natural cycle. Ultimately, just not wanting things to change.
But as revealed within that quote above by Zeigler, therein lies the solution.
The key to resolution of this kind of Sorrow is through The Empress.
You see The Empress of Tarot is also a 3 card. You could consider her the Highest or Purest Expression of this number vibe.
She is the Archetypal Mother, nurturer, caretaker. She is the embodiment of LOVE and creativity. It's in her power to give birth to new ideas and release the past that she thrives. Nothing NEW can come without releasing what has served its purpose.
The Empress knows when #TimesUp and lovingly lets go.
She embraces natural rhythms, especially within relationships, always sustaining her own Power as a Leader and Creatrix.
Sorrow gets stuck in the Mind.
It's the Heart that frees us.
When we find ourselves engulfed in sorrow, in these relationship triangles, it's important to draw on our inner Empress. When we are willing to lovingly nurture ourselves, we automatically bring compassion to table for others, especially when those "others" involved are our nearest and dearest.
And it will be a step by step process to heal these relationships. It will require commitment AND careful consideration of the needs of other people. (Lessons from Saturn and Libra on the 3 of Swords.)
It may take time. (Saturn) But it will lead to balance and harmony. (Libra)
Ask yourself if you have taken the time to ask those others involved what they need. And mostly importantly, listen when they tell you. These are steps we can easily skip when we are consumed with sorrow or locked in to our own perception. (swords)
Then, with that clarity you can make choices to clear the air. You can move toward resolution, and that may mean letting go of a relationship or redefining it.
When it gets complicated with sorrow, remember you can always choose a new, more loving and powerful, way of being in your relationships. Just like The Empress.
For even deeper understanding, I like to draw on the wisdom of the Queen of Swords, as well, because she has mastered the "swords" issues. To learn more about her, your inner Empress, and how to use this wisdom in your own Life, look into this.


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- Print a network configuration page on your printer and check the page to see if you have connected to the correct network. Check the name of the network as displayed under the SSID column.
- Modify the name of the network to something more unique and try to connect to the network. To avoid network interference, turn off other routers if any.
- Print a network configuration page and check the IP address of the printer.
- Update the firmware on your printer to the latest available version to avoid HP Officejet 6962 troubleshooting.
- After getting the new firmware installed on your system, try to connect your printer to the network,
- If the connection still drops, continue HP Officejet 6962 troubleshooting. Give your printer a manual IP address. See if this solves the problem.


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The other day we sat down for a rest in Vincent Massey park. Seemingly unfortunately, we were greeted with the sound of bagpipes. Obviously, we couldn't rest with that kind of sound going off in our ears so we walked to a new spot. A few minutes later this beautiful owl flew into a tree very close to us:
It was truly an amazing view, and we wouldn't have seen it if it weren't for those bagpipes driving us away!
This is in fact the second owl we've seen on our quest to see the world's birds (339 and counting). The first was the Rufous Owl that we saw in the George Brown botanic garden in Darwin:
Perhaps this means we'll see even more owls in the future?


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I have spent the last couple of days playing around.
Now don't get too excited I don't mean playing around as in having sex with others. I mean playing around as in playing with my blog. I have changed the page that was dedicated to my Anna and Jack Stories to become a place where you can now find any of the fantasies I have posted on this blog. I may have missed one or two in which case I will add them as I remember just as any new ones will be listed here. The fantasies on here are only a percentage of the ones I have written I will gradually rework some of my other fantasies and post them here in due course.
Wanting to make life easier for you I have added a new page where, once completed you will be able to read up on where each of the people (mostly men) who have featured on this blog fit into my life past and present. I shall gradually add more but to begin with I give you Karl and Fred (my two most recent fucks) and Adam who I wrote about in my first real sex post on this blog.
I have also been playing around in that I have been getting to know a few more men from illicit encounters. Some of them may become players you will get to read about in the future who knows. But I would like to say welcome to my blog to Vitamin who I chatted to on the phone on Wednesday lunch time. We have now become friends on IM, current circumstances mean that it is unlikely we will get to play together with any frequency but there may be the occasional tussle among the sheets. I took the risk of giving him the link to this blog which he tells me was an eye opener. He has in turn pointed me in the direction of a couple of blogs he reads, checking them out I discovered that both bloggers read one or two of the same blogs as me, I also recognise a few commenters. So who apart from Vitamin have I been making progress with.
I had a long chat as I sat in the sun during my short lunch break on Friday with Writer. That seems very promising, not only does he indulge in a little subtle domination but he also dabbles in writing erotica. We talked about the possibilities of visits to a fetish club. He lives about half an hour from me so that makes the chances of meeting regularly more reasonable as it is close enough to make frequent trips and yet far enough away to be reasonably safe from prying eyes.
There are also others I have exchanged emails with, two of them (Cutter and Banker) live not far from the University my son is going to in september so nobody will think it strange if I spend time in the area which is about an hour away from me. Then there is the very handsome Diplomat who lives by the sea mmm.
If there is anyone in particular that you would like me to add to the who is who sooner rather than later let me know.


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For my blog readers with business or personal concerns in Dubai International Financial Center (DIFC), I am pleased to report that my law firm is now positioned to offer you legal representation in the DIFC; having officially established our law offices at Office #31, Level 3, Gate Village Building 4.
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Rounding out the DIFC practice is partner Carlos F. Gonzalez, fluent in Arabic, Spanish and English, and myself.
Together, our DIFC practice will focus on the following areas of law:
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Forums » Collective Chatter » Flag football tournament in Calgary
Messages for Flag football tournament in Calgary
|Posted by Arthur
|May 21, 2017 01:12 AM
Hey winnipeg football collective !
If any teams have interest in travelling we will be hosting a tournament in Calgary Canada day long weekend
Here is the info
Mid Summer Blitz flag football tournament Canada day long weekend in Calgary Alberta.
June 30-July 2
A division
$600 to enter
3 games guaranteed
$1000 top prize to winning team
B division
$550 to enter
3 games guaranteed
$750 top prize
Feel free to check out our league at afflfootball.com to see what we are about
I can be reached at firstname.lastname@example.com
Thanks and good luck with the league boys !
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I lay across my brother's body, begging him not to leave me. In just a matter of minutes he was gone and his body lay lifeless. I was too young and not ready to take on the responsibility that he had left me with. How am I suppose to be strong for my parents and my newly wedded wife? The solution seemed to come in the form of sneaking into the living room in the middle of the night to burying my face in the sofa pillow while I unleash screams and sobs; a hidden sorrow. That wasn't the only thing I buried. I buried my emotions and my weakness. I buried my vulnerability and in the end, ability to heal. Like a dormant malignant tumor, eventually it was sure to rear it's ugly head. Ten years later to be exact. It came as unsuspected as an ice bath and in a most inappropriate time. I was busy with life, successfully planting and leading an amazing church. I was innovative and full of energy. "The next high impact missional pastor". None of that stopped me from hitting the wall and burning myself out, all the while secretly dealing with resurrected, unfinished grief.
In a matter of a few short months grief, laden with stress, sent my life reeling in a direction I never thought possible. I had become virtually non-functioning. Depression was full on. Not only was my body in excruciating pain form having twisted and kinked my spine into scoliosis from internalizing the stress, but my heart was black and suffering. I think of the words to Metallica's "One"…
"Darkness imprisoning me. All that I see
Absolute horror, I cannot live.
I cannot die.
Trapped in myself, body my holding cell."
I remember lying in a tub of water, sliding down to allow the water level to envelope my face thinking, "one deep lung full, and all this could be over", or driving down the road thinking, "one whip of the wheel and 'it's finished." Yeah, that dark.
I wonder if you've ever felt this kind of pain. I will spare much of the detail for now only to say that miracles ensued, healing eventually took its effect, and this experience left me with a life purpose to return the healing to those others who may feel as trapped or burdened by life. I'll touch on those details later on. My ministry now is to enact triage to the bleeding, recovery to the lost, and optimization and prevention to the high performer. Those that know me today, who knew before then, know a completely different person and can attest to a holistic, identifiable change. I want to share the two greatest concepts that I came to terms with as a way to encourage you and point you in a direction of hope.
1. 'Who' I am is not 'What' I do.
I mistook my identity in what I did. I was a "church planter". With that identity I believed more lies, like 'how I perform' or 'how well my church functioned', was a reflection on who I was and how pleased God was with me. Every day I awoke with a pressure to perform. I had to be reminded that 'who' I am is a child of God. That He just loves me. Period. He's my Father that loves me without me having to perform at a certain level. He wanted to be close to me, and care for me, and shepherd my heart regardless of my weaknesses and depravity. I realized I was loved.
2. I didn't need what I thought I needed.
I was seeking and needing acceptance from critics and enemies. I was needing affluence and applause from friends. I was needing a successful church. I was needing everything that I didn't need. As a matter of fact this revelation of what I actually needed came by a book that I've never read. The cover was enough to bring a life changing epiphany. The book is called "Jesus+ nothing =everything." I thought I needed Jesus + lots of other things. I realized,though, He was enough. His acceptance, His applause, His strength in me was enough. His love was enough. His fellowship was enough. His grace was enough. And I already had all those things!
My delayed grief from my brother's death was enough to trigger a severe power outage in my life for some time. We may never know or be prepared for what knocks us off our game. However, I have no doubt now what or WHO has the power to reconnect the power source and give life back; not just to live, but live with abundant life. If you're struggling, don't give up. Give in to the One that desires to sustain you, and heal you. He is Faithful and He is hope. And so, this is the primary role of Trent Holbert Fitness, to be a help to you to discover the healing you need, both physically AND physically.


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When Scholar Media approached us to create a sophisticated jazz accompaniment to client eMenu-International's latest promotional video, we summoned our jazz chops and got cozy with the piano. The result is a classy and intimate evening out, punctuated by lively conversation and the clink of silverware. Cheers!
Client: eMenu-International
Production Company: Scholar Media
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Information about the Komondor
The Komondor (Hungarian plural komondorok) is a large, white-colored Hungarian breed of livestock guardian dog with a long, corded coat.
Sometimes referred to as 'mop dogs,' the Komondor is a long-established powerful dog breed that has a natural guardian instinct to guard livestock and other property. The Komondor was brought to Europe by the Cumans and it was mentioned for the first time in 1544 in a Hungarian codex. The Komondor breed has been declared one of Hungary's national treasures, to be preserved and protected from modification.
The name Komondor derives from Koman-dor, meaning "Cuman dog". The breed descends from Tibetan dogs and came from Asia with the Cumans, whose homeland was near the Yellow River. In the late 900s, Mongols began to expand their territories at the expense of the Cumans, forcing them to move westwards. Fleeing from the Mongols, they reached the borders of Hungary in the 1100s. Cumans were granted asylum and settled in Hungary in 1239 under Köten Khan. Komondor remains have been found in Cuman gravesites.
The Komondor is a large dog (many are over 30 inches tall), making this one of the largest common breeds of dog, or a molosser. The body is covered by a heavy, matted, corded coat. The dogs have robust bodies, strongly muscled, with long legs and a short back, with the tails carried low. The body, seen sideways, forms a prone rectangle. The length of body is slightly longer than the height at the withers, approximately 104% of the height at withers.
The Komondor has a broad head with the muzzle slightly shorter than half of the length of the head, with an even and complete scissor bite. Nose and lips are always black. People unfamiliar with the breed are often surprised by how quick and agile the dogs are.
The minimum height of female Komondors is 25.5 inches (65 cm) at the withers, with an average height of 27.5 inches (70 cm). The minimum height of male Komondors is 27.5 inches (70 cm) with an average height of 31.5 inches (80 cm). No upper height limit is given. Komondor females on average weigh between 88-110 lb (40-50 kg) and Komondor males weigh on average between 110-132 lb (50-60 kg).
The Komondor's coat is a long, thick, strikingly corded white coat, about 20-27 cm long (the heaviest amount of fur in the canine world), which resembles dreadlocks or a mop. The puppy coat is soft and fluffy. However, the coat is wavy and tends to curl as the puppy matures. A fully mature coat is formed naturally from the soft undercoat and the coarser outer coat combining to form tassels, or cords and will take around two years to form. Some help is needed in separating the cords so the dog does not turn into one large matted mess. The length of the cords increases with time as the coat grows. Shedding is minimal with this breed, contrary to what one might think (once cords are fully formed). The only substantial shedding occurs as a puppy before the dreadlocks fully form. The Komondor is born with only a white coat, unlike the similar-looking Puli, which can be white, black, or sometimes grayish. However, a working Komondor's coat may be discolored by the elements, and may appear off-white if not washed regularly. Traditionally the coat protected the Komondor from wolves' bites, as the bites were not able to penetrate the thick coat. The coat of the Komondor takes about two and a half days to dry after a bath.
The Komondor's temperament is like that of most livestock guarding dogs;it is calm and steady when things are normal, but in case of trouble, the dog will fearlessly defend its charges. It was bred to think and act independently and make decisions on its own.
It is affectionate with its family, and gentle with the children and friends of the family. Although wary of strangers, they can accept them when it is clear that no harm is meant,but is instinctively very protective of its family, home and possessions. The Komondor is good with other family pets but is intolerant to trespassers and teasing, and is not a good dog for city life. The dog is vigilant, will rest in the daytime, keeping an eye on the surroundings, but at night is constantly moving, patrolling the place, moving up and down around the whole area. The dogs usually knock down intruders and keep them down until the owner arrives. Hungarian Komondor breeders used to say that an intruder may be allowed to enter the property guarded by a Komondor, but he will not be allowed to come out again.
The breed has a natural guardian instinct and ability to guard livestock. An athletic dog, the Komondor is fast and powerful and will leap at a predator to drive it off or knock it down. It can be used successfully to guard sheep against wolves or bears. The Komondor is one breed of livestock guardian dog which has seen a vast increase in use as a guardian of sheep and goats in the United States to protect against predators such as coyotes, cougars, bears, and other predators.
Due to the Komondor's size, power, speed and temperament, a lack of obedience training, which should start from a young age (4-8 months), can result in danger to others. Komondors generally take well to training if started early. A Komondor can become obstinate when bored, so it is imperative that training sessions be upbeat and happy. Praise is a must, as are consistent and humane corrections. Once a Komondor gets away with unfriendly or hostile behavior, it will always think such behavior is appropriate. Therefore, consistent corrections even with a young puppy are necessary to ensure a well-adjusted adult. Socialization is also extremely important. The Komondor should be exposed to new situations, people and other dogs as a puppy. Because it is a natural guard dog, a Komondor that is not properly socialized may react in an excessively aggressive manner when confronted with a new situation or person.
Given the proper environment and care, a Komondor is a responsible, loving dog. They are devoted and calm without being sluggish. As in any breed, there is quite a range of personalities, so your needs should be outlined clearly to your breeder. An experienced breeder can try to identify that personality which would be happier as an independent livestock dog, or that which wants more to please and would make a good obedience dog or family pet. Adolescence can be marked by changes in a Komondor's temperament, eating habits, trainability and general attitude. Many Komondors are "late bloomers," not fully mature until nearly three years of age.
Komondors do not suffer many hereditary problems. Perhaps because the breed has descended from centuries of hardy working stock, Komondors have few genetically linked problems. In particular, there is no evidence of the retinal eye problems found in other breeds, nor is there dwarfism or hereditary blood disorders.


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The Whispers Sneak Peek: "Traveller in the Dark"By Patty Gopez | Aug 20th, 2015
On Monday's all-new episode of The Whispers, one of the children is taken over by Drill, but not everyone is sure which one it is, leading to confusion and fear.
Tune in to The Whispers MONDAYS 10|9c.
The Whispers Recap: Drill Possesses His Next Victim in "Homesick"


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Trip Overview
The Khopra trek is one of the most awesomely beautiful untouched nature and newly opened territory for trekking sport. This trek is suitable for all opinioned trekkers. Parts of this trail are more strenuous while other parts are easier. The path goes through deeply lush thick pine, oak, rhododendron and bamboo forest with gorgeous vistas, crossing beautiful Magar, Gurung, Kami, Damai and Kshetri – Brahmin villages with its beautifully terraced farming lands. This trip can be done as a special combined tour and adventure hike up to Khayar Lake 4600m, the highest point, the most spectacular, picturesque and breath-taking views of snowcapped peaks and mesmerizing landscapes! On this trip you will have chances to observe real Nepali life styles (their culture, art of living and religion), stay together with the family at home stay, that's why you have chances to share experiences with the families, hiking in the lush pristine forest with great vistas and the best place being far away of crowd and hectic boring life!! Other main thing to do this trail is; very few tourist you see on the way, so it's quiet and peace trail also. Mountains views are just awesome 180 degree from Dhaulagiri 8167m, Annapurna I 8091m, Manaslu 8163m etc…. + green high hills, rhododendron forest and the southern green slopes with terraced farming lands. Khopra Trek or South of Annapurna region is one of Nepal's last Himalayan jewels; a glittering array of panoramas, gigantic peaks and peaceful nature awaits the adventurous explorer. However, as magnificent as the mountains are, it is perhaps the people of Nepal that are its greatest asset. Khopra trek is the diversity of ethno-culture, colorful festivals, temples and gompas, mixture settlement of friendly loving people. On this trip you will have chances to mix with those people and observe their lifestyle, culture and traditions. These things make this trip one of the best.
Trek to Mohare Danda, within the Annapurna region is definitely a new experience to alternative route of Ghorempani for the trekkers that support Magar communities. It's main purpose is to create sustainable economic stability by promoting tourism potentialities and possibilities in this area. Exploring the unexplored region, trekkers can enjoy the wonderful culture, nature, friendly people and stunning view of one of the longest chains of mountains. Mohare Danda (3300m) is the closest point to view the massive Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. The Mohare Danda Trekking is the perfect alternative of the overcrowded Ghorepani – Poonhill Trekking.
Mohare Danda is the 'high road' alternative to the Ghorepani Trek, and follows an alternative trail up from Pokhara itself up to Banskharka, along to Nangi and Mohare. The treks are along scented forests of oak, rhododendron and spruce and sometimes along exposed ridges that offer exhilarating views of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South dead ahead and the forked summit of Machapuchre to the east. You have a long circuit lasting a week to Dhankharka, or you can do a shorter five-day version fast-tracking through Tikot.
Mohare Danda Trek is an initiative of Magsaysay winner Mahabir Pun for developing a unique concept of eco-trekking that benefits the environment and development of the area.
Trekking in Annapurna Area, Poon Hill Trekking is a famous for short trekking who does not have enough holidays in Nepal, lies to northwest of Pokhara valley along Annapurna base camp trekking. Walking through the village, we see Magar and Gurung unique cultures and lifestyles. You are going to have the opportunity of talking to the native residents along the way who are known for their hospitality and warmth. It is one kind of experience to be one of them for a while and rejoice their hospitality. Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek starts the village with the river bank of the Modi River after short drive from Pokhara to Nayapul and keeps changing the settings as you ascend uphill, it transforms its natural landscapes from the river bank to the thick oak forests, rhododendron forests and from lush green grazing lands to the paddy field. It offer a variety of superb natural beauty from Ghorepani Poon Hill tower at 3210 mtrs, we see the spectacular views of the âfishtailâ spire of Machapuchare (6993m), Annapurna 1 (8091m), Dhaulagiri (8167 m) and Annapurna South (7219m) and many other peaks. We see unique settlements of Ghorepani and Ghandruk village where you can experience their rich culture and religion


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11 families homeless after tornadoes tear through Charlotte Co.
The National Weather Service confirmed that two tornadoes touched down during the midday tumult, and Charlotte County Fire and EMS officials said there were two main areas of damage -- one in Deep Creek and the second near US-41 and Murdock Circle.
Cars were damaged, and windows were broken.
Part of the living room roof was blown off, leaving debris and shattered glass strewn across the floor.
It all happened to Gerald Otten's home on Wednesday afternoon while he and his wife were inside.
"Things started crashing through the window and at that point the lights went out," he said. "And I don't know what happened after that."
Otten was painting, and his wife and their dog were on the couch in the living room when the couple believes a tornado came perilously close to their Deep Creek neighborhood home in Punta Gorda.
The National Weather Service confirmed two tornado touchdowns during the midday tumult, and Charlotte County Fire and EMS officials said there were two main areas of damage -- one in Deep Creek and the second near US-41 and Murdock Circle.
The tornado in Deep Creek was an EF-1 storm with winds up to 97 mph, while the one impacting Murdock was an EF-0.
"My wife was screaming, 'Are you OK? Are you OK?' and I said, 'Yeah I'm OK," Otten said. "We went through the house and saw the damage and it's terrible. The more I see the damage, the more I'm amazed we are alive. I mean, who could survive this?"
The bedroom floor is covered in glass and debris and the lanai door was completely blown off, ultimately landing on the other end of the room and partially stuck in the wall.
"I don't know what to think," Otten said. "I've never been through anything like this, and it still hasn't hit me."
His neighbors on Padre Lane are feeling the same way as they look out and see downed trees and power lines blocking streets, and some homes whose roofs were significantly damaged.
"It got really dark," said Mary Schoettmer. "The wind rumbled and it sounded like a train coming through. One, two, three and it was there. It blew our front door open."
No injuries were reported, and homeowners say they're waiting for insurance company representatives to come and assess the damage.
A big mess in Deep Creek
At least 11 families are homeless after a tornado ripped through Punta Gorda.
"You could hardly see anything it was raining so hard. You could hardly see anything, it was all the wind," said Dale Roback who lives in the Deep Creek area.
Nuremburg Boulevard was hit the hardest. Roofs were torn off houses and windows were shattered up and down the Deep Creek area.
Homes are scattered all over this neighborhood. Sporadic damage gutting houses. All it took was a matter of seconds to move a vehicle from the driveway through the front of the door to one home.
Words just don't do justice for the strength of this storm.
"Don't mess with mother nature, never know what she's going to do," said Sandy O'Sullivan.
Instead, the sounds of the working towards cleaning up speaks for itself.
"I see decking gone, all the roofing gone," said Robert Ward, a contractor from Torocon.
People living on Nuremberg heard that freight train whistle for only a few minutes.
"The wind just picked up and, 'Shoom!' It was all right there," said Roback.
Crews guess at least 55 homes were hit.
Robin Foss and her husband Michael Foss know they're lucky. Because just across the street, one family lost their home and are now looking for the strength -- the kind that's stronger than the storm they just faced -- to move on.
"The roof blew out of their house and it looks like a big fluorescent sign, like it might've been condemned," said Robin Foss, whose pool cage collapsed. "Their cars got moved off the driveway right in front of their house."
No one was hurt in this tornado.
Crews told us it could take as long as four months to get things cleaned up and roofs repaired. Charlotte County Emergency Management will be out here throughout the night.


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Kearney, NE. – The Tri-City Storm will look to bounce back tonight against the Dubuque Fighting Saints following a 4-2 home loss last night. Tonight's game will be the final home game of the 2017 calendar year for the Storm.
Opponent: Dubuque Fighting Saints
Game Time: 7:35 PM CT
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Broadcast: Watch: HockeyTV Listen: The Breeze 94.5 FM or Online
Tri-City is coming off back to back to losses for the first time this season ahead of tonight's game. The matchup against Dubuque will be the second and final of the season. With the loss last night, the Storm dropped to 4-1 vs. Eastern Conference teams this season. Dubuque is now just one game back of 2nd place in the Eastern Conference. Try-City remains the 2nd place team in the Western Conference.
The Storm penalty kill enters tonight's game as the highest ranked penalty kill in the USHL. The Storm have turned away 88.9% of opposing team's man advantage opportunities this season. The Fighting Saints power play dropped from 1st to 2nd in the USHL in last night's 4-2 win. The Dubuque power play is converting on 24.7% of its chances.
In the loss last night, Tyler Ward was named the 3rd star of the game. He scored his 5th of the season in the 3rd period to spark the Storm's comeback efforts. Hugo Blixt scored his 4th goal of the year shortly after but the Storm comeback attempt would ultimately fall short after a late goal from the Fighting Saints.
Jake Barczewski fell to 1-2 on the season in last night's loss. Jaxon Castor improved to 7-5-2-1 in the Fighting Saints victory. The Storm go for their 16th win today in the 22nd game of the season.
Tonight's game can be heard on The Breeze 94.5 FM and seen live online via HockeyTV. Puck drop is at 7:35 PM CT. The Viaero Wireless pregame show will begin at 7:15 PM.


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I say! What a bounder...
When one of my colleagues came through from reception asking for me, I knew I would have an odd or complicated query to answer.
Before I was a photographer, I was a senior wedding Registrar with almost 10 years experience and I had conducted around 2000 weddings. There was nothing I hadn't seen or heard of before.
At least that's what I thought.
There was a dapper old gentleman standing in the reception area. He wore a smart blue blazer with brass buttons and a neatly folded pocket square. His shirt was crisply ironed and his tie matched his outfit perfectly. His white beard was exquisitely manicured and he had a glint in his eye that belonged in a man in his twenties, not the man in his eighties that I had before me.
'How can I help you?' I asked.
'I want to get married,' he said.
'When and where do you want to get married?'
'I'm not sure of the venue yet,' he said. 'I think the ceremony would take place in the next six months.'
'Great,' I said. 'That gives you enough time to go through the legal formalities.'
'What are those?'
'Both you and your wife to be would need to make an appointment with us and give your notice of intention to marry. The details would go up on our notice board for 15 days, and after that if there were no objections you would be legally free to marry.'
'Can't I just give notice for the two of us?'
'I'm afraid not. Your partner would need to come in as well.' The old gentleman looked perturbed. 'Is that a problem?' I asked. The man shuffled his feet uncomfortably.
'Can your partner not come in? Does she live in Newcastle?'
'I'm not sure,' he replied.
'You're not sure where your wife to be lives?' I asked.
'Well, there are a couple of possibilities,' he said.
'I have a number of girlfriends and I haven't asked any of them to marry me yet, so I'm not sure which one will say yes.'
It was one of the few times in my life I have been lost for words. My mouth was flapping open and shut like a beached fish.
'I...er...I'm afraid you will need to ask your girlfriends to marry you first and then come back here when you have an answer.'
'I would far rather it was a surprise,' he said.
'It doesn't work that way. Sorry.'
'Very well young chap,' he said with a twirl of his cane.
'Good luck,' I said as he walked away.
I never saw him again.
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Dedryck Boyata hints at new Celtic contract on social media
Celtic defender Dedryck Boyata has left fans wondering whether or not he is set to sign a new deal at the club.
The Belgian took to social media to show off a document that looked suspiciously like a contract.
The image was partnered with a pen and paper emoji, sparking talk that a new contract could be on the way.
Boyata will see his current deal expire at the end of the season and he is yet to put pen to paper on a new contract.
Celtic could cash in during the January window, or lose him for nothing at the end of the season.
It looked like the player would leave in the previous summer window after an impressive World Cup.
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Times have changed when it comes to the different strategies record labels will come up with to help their music artists sell their records/music. Not many artists have the power to pour their heart & soul into a song, release it & it pull in great numbers in sales like acts Beyonce & country music star Taylor Swift. In a effort to make his forthcoming single a successful one r&b crooner Usher & his team have come up with a unique yet odd idea.
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Originally Usher had plans to release his new album titled UR, but it never seen the light of day & that's one of the reasons why is currently on tour. As most of you can remember some months ago he was seen in a Cheerios commercial alongside the cereal mascot Buzz The Bee where both used dance moves to his song "She Came To Give It To You" to promote the healthy benefits of eating the cereal.
Usher has once again teamed up with the Honey Nut Cheerios brand to sell & promote his next single "Clueless" according to Billboard. The single will be the prize in specially marked boxes of Cheerios that will be sold at Walmart stores across the United States.


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Unit 3: In the third unit, students will build on the themes from Unit 2's Eagle Song. They will read and interpret data related to conflict and bullying in school, and study magazine articles related to bullying and conflict resolution. Students will discuss what is going well in their school as well as imagine how the learning environment might change if a document such as the Iroquois Constitution were put into place and upheld by all members of the school community. Working with a partner, students will reflect on the conflict resolution strategies they read about and develop a section for a constitution that would help to resolve the issues presented in the data.
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Leveraging External Sources of Innovation: A Review of Research on Open Innovation
Journal of Product Innovation Management, 31, 4 (July 2014): 814-831, doi: 10.1111/jpim.12125
52 Pages Posted: 2 Jan 2013 Last revised: 29 Jul 2014
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Leveraging External Sources of Innovation: A Review of Research on Open Innovation
Profiting from External Innovation: A Review of Research on Open Innovation
Date Written: January 2, 2013
This article reviews research on open innovation that considers how and why firms commercialize external sources of innovations. It examines both the "outside-in" and "coupled" modes of Enkel et al. (2009). From an analysis of prior research on how firms leverage external sources of innovation, it suggests a four-phase model in which a linear process — (1) obtaining, (2) integrating and (3) commercializing external innovations — is combined with (4) interaction between the firm and its collaborators. This model is used to classify papers taken from the top 25 innovation journals identified by Linton and Thongpapan (2004), complemented by highly cited work beyond those journals. A review of 291 open innovation-related publications from these sources shows that the majority of these articles indeed address elements of this inbound open innovation process model. Specifically, it finds that researchers have front-loaded their examination of the leveraging process, with an emphasis on obtaining innovations from external sources. However, there is a relative dearth of research related to integrating and commercializing these innovations.
Research on obtaining innovations includes searching, enabling, filtering, and acquiring — each category with its own specific set of mechanisms and conditions. Integrating innovations has been mostly studied from an absorptive capacity perspective, with less attention given to the impact of competencies and culture (including not-invented-here). Commercializing innovations puts the most emphasis on how external innovations create value rather than how firms capture value from those innovations. Finally, the interaction phase considers both feedback for the linear process and reciprocal innovation processes such as co-creation, network collaboration and community innovation.
This review and synthesis suggests several gaps in prior research. One is a tendency to ignore the importance of business models, despite their central role in distinguishing open innovation from earlier research on inter-organizational collaboration in innovation. Another gap is a tendency in open innovation to use "innovation" in a way inconsistent with earlier definitions in innovation management. The article concludes with recommendations for future research that include examining the end-to-end innovation commercialization process, and studying the moderators and limits of leveraging external sources of innovation.
Keywords: open innovation, external innovation, outsourcing, technology acquisition, business models
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Which compact camera brand?
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Thanks to our unique annual survey of camera owners, we can reveal the best and worst compact camera brands for reliability.
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Our reliability survey is the only one of its kind. We surveyed more than 2,700 camera owners about their camera, from how long it stayed fault free to how happy they were with it. We've collated and analysed the data to highlight the best and worst compact camera brands.
No one wants a camera that fails to turn on when you want to take a holiday snap, or jams up when you're trying to take that once-in-a-lifetime shot. Our reliability survey ensures you can choose a camera that will stand the test of time.
Here, we report on seven compact camera brands, including big names such as Canon, Nikon, Sony and Panasonic, plus others like Fujifilm and Olympus, so you can see how they stack up against each other. Below, we've collated all our unique reliability ratings for compacts over a lifespan of five years. Overall, compact cameras are pretty reliable, but there are some differences between brands.
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There were some interesting results from our 2017 survey, with one big-name brand scoring significantly lower than expected over the five-year period - not what you would expect from this pedigree. Plus, a high-priced camera doesn't always equate to reliability over time.
Our survey collects data on products that Which? members have owned over the past five years, recording what faults occur and when. We also take the severity of faults into account. Similarly, older products becoming faulty are judged less harshly, as they're likely to have been used for longer.
We ask our respondents to describe their camera's faults as minor, major or catastrophic, based on the following guidelines:
- Minor - a fault that doesn't affect the product's performance significantly or a fault that only occurs occasionally with minimal impact. This issue may be irritating or annoying but it isn't frequently problematic, and you can easily work around it. For example, not being able to record videos with sound.
- Major - a fault that has a noticeable effect on the product's performance. This fault affects how you use the product and can be problematic. For example, a fault with the lens.
- Catastrophic - a fault that renders the product unusable, with the fault needing to be repaired or parts replaced before it can be used again. For example, problems with the shutter or failing to capture photos/video.
We think it's vital to consider reliability alongside our product testing, and asking owners to tell us about their experiences is the best way of judging a product's real-world performance. Because of this, we'll strip products of Best Buy awards if they get below a three-star rating for reliability. The most reliable brand is often not the best overall – but buying a product from a good brand increases your chances of getting one that will serve you well for many years.
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As part of our survey, we ask Which? members to share any compact camera issues they've had over the past five years. And for most owners we spoke to, a problem with the camera zoom is the top gripe.
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Issues with the zoom lens are the most common problem for compacts, with the lens sticking, jamming or malfunctioning. Typically, it's sand or grit interfering with the lens extension mechanism that caused it, or the camera has been dropped with the lens extended.
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Those of you who know me are probably getting tired of hearing about your car battery. The cooler weather here in Humble TX has alot of vehicles coming in on a wrecker, just because their battery is not strong enough. The average life of a battery in Texas is only 33 months. So if your battery is 3 years or older, please get it checked. The fact is that 70 percent of batteries don't make it for 4 years.
There are some things that you can do to extend the life of your battery. First, keep it clean. A dirty battery runs hotter and that shortens its life. If your battery terminals are corroded, clean them. If the corrosion has gotten into the battery cables, replace them.
Also running your battery way down is bad for it: Things like running the headlights or watching a DVD player with the car turned off can deeply deplete your battery. The typical battery can only take about 10 of those deep cycle depletions before it gives up the ghost.
Because we often take short trips around Humble and Houston with lots of stops for errands, our batteries can end up not getting fully recharged just by driving around. That also shortens battery life. You can hook up a good quality automatic battery charger at home from time to time.
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Where is the largest caribou herd?
Herd populations of the caribou (Rangifer tarandus) are cyclical, but three are consistently large: the Western Arctic herd, northwest Alaska (225,000); the Taimyr Peninsula herd, Siberia (500,000); and the George River herd, northern Quebec (750,000). Total world population is about 3 million domesticated, 2 million wild.
Slightly larger than deer, caribou keep moving—up to 3,000 miles per year—in search of adequate food. Herds tend to calve in the same area every year, but they will suddenly switch to different migration routes that have more abundant food. These changes affect the indigenous people who depend on caribou for food, clothing, and shelter. Since caribou is an important economic resource in many countries—for meat, milk, and clothing; for sport hunters; and as a tourist attraction—the long-term effect of global warming on caribou is a focus of worldwide research.


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How are our smart phones changing us? And should we be concerned? As followers of Jesus, we should care about how the use of technology affects our hearts, minds, and actions. In this workshop, we'll seek to build a theology of technology that reveals how God thinks about technology and how our use of technology is shaping us. We'll develop practical ideas to discern what action steps we can take in order to live as whole-hearted disciples of Jesus in the digital age. We'll seek to become wise people with smart phones.
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