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It's been five years since writer-director duo Chris Miller and Phil Lord surprised the world by delivering a fun, witty, and at times, emotional film about LEGO bricks in The LEGO Movie. The seemingly impossible task (I mean, really — did you think a movie about LEGO, those little bricks that make so many of us adults cry out in pain after accidentally stepping on them, was going to be good? Exactly.) was not only super successful but it cemented Lord and Miller as a secret weapon for both animated and live-action comedies (the two had previously worked on Cloudy With Chance of Meatballs and 21 Jump Street). The duo returned to the world of LEGO for the sequel, this time as writers-producers, joined by director Mike Mitchell (Trolls), for The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part. And they knock it out of the park.
In Bricksburg, "Everything Is Awesome" as Emmet (Chris Pratt), Lucy a.k.a. Wyldstyle (Elizabeth Banks), Unikitty (Alison Brie), Batman (Will Arnett) and crew have defeated the evil Lord Business (Will Ferrell) and discovered that Emmet is the prophesied "Special" they had been waiting for. When the DUPLO toys come to attack (or you know, the kid sister is allowed to play, too), Bricksburg soon becomes a LEGO dystopia and the team learns how to survive in their everyday doom. Five years later, and Bricksburg has become Apocalypseburg, and while everyone has grown up a little bit, albeit more distressed and bitter, Emmet is still happily daydreaming of a home with Lucy and blissfully ignorant of the many reasons why his happy ending might never come.
The arrival of General Mayhem (Stephanie Beatriz) changes everything as she kidnaps Emmet's friends and takes them to her boss, ruler of the Systar System, Queen Watevra Wa'Nabi (Tiffany Haddish). All alone, Emmet embarks on an adventure to save his friends, and possibly, himself.
The LEGO Movie 2 not only meets the high bar the first film set but in many ways, it goes a step above. It's hilarious, smart and, well, just an absolute delight. Here are three reasons why you should be planning your next movie night with LEGO.
1. There's A Whole LEGO Universe Out There (And New Music & Characters, Too)!
World building is key for any franchise to thrive, and boy does LEGO 2 deliver. The Systar System, where the story takes place, holds many worlds, characters, cameos and more. The world beyond the former Bricksburg includes more than classic LEGO sets, but also LEGO Friends, DUPLO, several Warner Brothers properties, DCEU hero cameos, and even a hilarious cameo that I won't spoil here. Not to mention, Beatriz and Haddish's characters are a delight. They are smartly-written characters who are fun and far more interesting than your average baddie. You never know what they are really up to – are they good or bad? Hmm… well, there's a song in the movie to help you figure it out…or not!
Speaking of songs, there are several new songs, including two updated versions of "Everything Is Awesome", and "Catchy Song" which I dare you to not walk out of the theater humming.
2. The Story Will Make Everyone Nostalgic For Their Childhoods
One of the best things about the film is not just the use of one of our favorite childhood toys, but rather, how the script allows us to recall that sense of wonder, and all the emotions we experienced as kids. The two kids in the movie, Finn (Jadon Sand) and Bianca (Brooklynn Prince) are different ages, which offers two different perspectives on childhood. Finn is nearing his teens and Bianca is the little sister trying to hang on to her favorite playmate, and role model — her big brother — just a little longer. Without being too preachy, it also takes a look at the unique ways children play, especially siblings. As the oldest of three, I definitely related to Finn wanting his space, but at the same time, I looked back at all the times I chased my younger siblings out of my room and wondered if they were just trying to hold onto me by annoying me, too (if you two are reading this, no you still can't borrow my stuff!). But, even if you don't have siblings, it connects to that place that existed for a brief moment, that tiny window between childhood and adolescence, where everything was indeed awesome, and the world was still wide open and waiting for you.
Phew – that went deep! But you see what I mean? This isn't just a movie about LEGO bricks.
3. A Unique Take On Girl Power And Tackling Toxic Masculinity
Perhaps my favorite part of the film, however, is the subtle take on girl power. Without giving away too much, Wyldstyle initially views certain other women as the enemy. She learns over time that she was wrong to mistrust them and that by helping each other, they save the universe, as well. Women are more powerful than they know and they're even more powerful together. That's a strong statement considering too many movies like to pit women against each other. Lord and Miller also created a story that takes on toxic masculinity in the best way possible- by showing that empathy and kindness are what truly make the mini-fig.
Overall, I thought it was better than the original, fun for all ages, and I cannot wait to see where the franchise goes next.
The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part hits theaters on February 8th. Buy your tickets here with Atom Tickets!
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Cultivate the City mission is to help alleviate some of these challenges faced by farmers worldwide. We do this through supporting a non-profit organization: "Chetana Vikas" from Central India. https://www.facebook.com/ChetanaVikasWardha/
Chetana Vikas has been working at the grass root level in bringing back the selective methods in traditional farming techniques, with scientifically sound and sustainable practices that allow farmers to grow crops that are suited to their geographic region. Their model is focused on making the farmers self-reliant to grow their crops without having to depend on expensive seeds/fertilizers from large corporations.
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Thursday, 22 October 2015
Happy Mail with Geraldine
Hey! So, I'm very excited to share with you what I did with my gorgeous goodies from Mrs Brimbles September happy mail box! But first, I'm not going to start with happy mail. As you can see from the photo above I placed one of the postcards, featuring a painting by Anna Brim herself, in a white frame. Fortunately, there were two postcards in the box. One for my penpal and, well, one for me! And why not! I think it needs to be framed!
Next, I actually got down to the whole point of the box...writing to my penpals! I used one of the cute envelopes from Heidi Swapp's Wanderlust range.. They come in a pack of four. In the above photo it is the pink with gold spots. I added one of the Dear Lizzy labels and wrote my penpals name with one of the gorgeous Paper Doll pens. To buy separately from Anna's shop, they come in a set of three and are, at the time of writing, on sale. The second envelope in the photo above is from a collection of very cute notecards called Just A Little Note. They came in a beautiful tin with five sets of cards and envelopes. Using the 'Hello' self inking stamp, I stamped on the corner of the envelope for extra decoration. As a side note, I must add, I noticed these cute note card fit perfectly into the Heidi Swapp envelope I mentioned above. It just goes to show that there is so much scope for play and experimentation with these goodies.
Moving onto my next penpal, I again used a Heidi Swapp envelope to hold my penpals letter, one of the Dear Lizzy sticker labels...
and placed it with her gift...
I really hope you enjoyed seeing how I used Septembers Happy Mail Brimbles box. You can see other ways of how I use these boxes and my style over on my IG account, @geraldinejayne or my blog geraldinejayne.com
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Great post Geraldine! I love that you framed the post card. It looks fabulous and I think I will do the same. I like the shabby chic look of the frame. Those envelopes you used for your penpal letters were so pretty and colorful!ReplyDelete
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These all look fabulous, Geraldine!ReplyDelete
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Blue Yeti Microphone – this is probably the most popular microphone for podcasting out there and it's a great value at $100. You can easily record 1 person or several people gathered around the microphone. It also plugs right into your computer via USB which is really convenient. I highly recommend this microphone for it's functionality, but most people (including me) choose the Yeti because it looks cool. Many of these USB microphones are small and either look cheesy or kind of clunky where you have to get a big stand to hold it up. As you do the research, I think you will find that a decent microphone is going to cost a minimum of $50 and can then get really expensive really fast. I have yet to find anyone who is disappointed in the Blue Yeti though. The one downside to it though is that it's pretty big and heavy, so if you plan to travel with it I would look for a different option.
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Surgical Microscope Market size was over USD 400 million in 2015 and is anticipated to surpass USD 900 million by 2023, at over 10% CAGR from 2016 to 2023.
Factors such as development in healthcare facilities, requirement for high speed diagnostics, rise in drug discovery and life science research, increasing R&D investment, increase in the number of surgeries; upsurge in minimally invasive surgeries (MIS), and rising government funding are the major drivers of the segment. According to the WHO, geriatric population is the major demographic sector for these devices as they are highly disposed to the several chronic illnesses and age related abnormalities. Global geriatric population is expected to double by 2024, which will further drive revenue.
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According to the WHO statistics, cancer is accountable for over 10% deaths worldwide. This is forecast to spur the global surgical microscope market size, since these products help decrease the throughput time for patients and can be helpful in increasing the diagnostic efficiency. Oncology leads the application sector with around 20% share followed by neurology, which is expected to grow with a CAGR of over 10%. Ophthalmology and dentistry sectors are also expected to grow at a considerable rate with increased demand for rising number of cataract surgeries and cosmetic dentistry.
In contrast to this, high surgical microscope market price trend, application of excise tax by the government, heavy custom duty on medical devices; and high degree of technical expertise required for handling these products is hampering growth. Surgical microscope is a device which facilitates optimal surgical outcomes through high quality optical images, and is specifically designed for used for 3D visualization of an undergoing surgery. It offers movement to the surgeon, while performing critical medical surgeries and enables patients, staff and students to have the same view as the surgeon.
Based on application, the industry is categorized into neuro & spine surgeries, ophthalmology, plastic & reconstructive surgeries, oncology, gynecology & urology, ENT and dentistry. Oncology is the fastest rising application with around 20% share due to growing prevalence of cancer around the world. Based on end users, the operating microscope market is classified into physicians'/dentists' clinic and hospitals. Hospitals are the largest end users.
Growing number of surgeries and financial support by government, higher number of patients and surgeries and more financing capabilities of patients are the major drivers for this segment. Independent clinics are growing with a significant rate of 10% over the forecast period. The availability of smaller operating microscopes and growing dentistry industry is estimated to drive the demand for this sector.
The industry is categorized into tabletop, on casters, ceiling and wall mounted devices. The on casters microscopes held a major share in 2015 and are expected to grow at a lucrative rate during the forecast period. Compactness and better cleaning maintenance capability of these devices are the key features propelling growth.
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In 2015, North America surgical microscope market dominated global revenue generation, with over 30% share due to wide technical applications and improved healthcare facilities in the region. Asia Pacific is expected to exhibit high growth due to the presence of enormous potential associated with healthcare services in the region. India and China are expected to be the fastest growing countries in the region due to huge population base and increasing government initiatives towards healthcare improvement.
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Key companies contributing to the surgical microscope market share are Leica Microsystems, Alltion, Alcon Laboratories, Haag Streit Surgical, Accu-Scope, Arri, Carl Zeiss, FEI, and Takagi Seiko. New launches, improvement of products, technological innovation, and strategic partnership such as mergers and acquisition are the key initiatives in the industry. In 2014, Alcon acquired WaveTec Vision which is a developer of an intraoperative guidance system designed for cataract. This helped Alcon to strengthen its ophthalmic surgical product portfolio.
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The Arthouse … literally metres from the area's trademark red-lichen-covered seaside boulders.I'm one of the really lucky ones. Through writing I've had the opportunity to stay in some very fine hotels, both in and overseas.
Now, don't think for a minute that I haven't found those experiences rewarding and exciting, or that I've become the least bit blasé, but I've always found it especially exhilarating to stay in more personal accommodation — places into which individuals have poured hearts and souls, and inevitably shared something of their personalities.
Over recent months I've stayed in three such places — two on the stunningly beautiful east coast of Tasmania, the other at Lake Macquarie on the NSW coast between Sydney and Newcastle — and simply found the time spent there to be way too short to gain a full appreciation of the effort made for us.
Freycinet Peninsula has long been a favourite spot. Its mountainous seaside beauty is difficult to top, and in days when I was fitter the walk down to Wine Glass Bay was an essential part of the visit.
The starkness of the Hazards mountain range protecting Great Oyster Bay is breathtaking and there's something charming about Coles Bay, one of the towns which pioneered the idea of a plastic-bag-free existence.
The starkness of The Hazards is breathtaking.
For most purposes, the Hazards Hideaway (www.hazardshideaway苏州夜网)sits near the end of a suburban street, but walk into the house and through to the backyard and you immediately sense that you're in a special place.
There's a separate, free-standing Boat House as well the main Waterfront villa but in the interests of privacy they're only ever rented as a package to friends.
As in all three of these places, the appointments are simply stunning … and, yes, there is a fire set for you … and, yes, the wallabies do come up to the back yard … and, yes, apparently you can sometimes spot dolphins and whales from the deck or picnic table.
The largely untouched untouched scenery
A bit further up the Tasmanian coast, just north of St Helens at the gorgeous Bay of Fires is the Arthouse (www.arthousebayoffires苏州夜网.au).
That it's owned by a family of artists is immediately obvious, not just from the quite magnificent artworks adorning it, but through the inspired selection of décor such as accordions and weathered craypots. The place just exudes creativity.
The Arthouse … that it's owned by a family of artists is immediately obvious.
And it's literally metres from the area's trademark red-lichen-covered seaside boulders and a mostly uninhabited beach that seems to go on forever and leads to wonderful café-restaurant providing fabulous sustenance.
The bay's name, incidentally, was coined by a French explorer, Captain Tobias Furneaux, who marvelled at the string of campfires lit the Aboriginals along the beach.
Bluebell Retreat (www.bluebellretreat苏州夜网.au) is part of a newish real-estate development of Murrays Beach, and securely nestled within Wallarah National Park at Lake Macquarie.
And the development has been done extremely sympathetically to the surrounds, with many tall, beautiful trees right next to the house and stretching down to the waterfront and around the nearby café.
Bluebell Retreat … many tall, beautiful trees right next to the house.
The house is set up with three bedrooms, one of which can also be used as a study. The bedding is high-quality, the kitchen equipped for a gourmet chef and the sound system sensational.
And there's plenty to do in the immediate surrounds — kids' playground, jetty and boat ramp, a lake pool, foreshore promenade and cycling trails.
Indeed, much more than we had time to pursue in our short visit there, but we did take the opportunity of having breakfast in the nearby Lakehouse Café, which featured wonderfully prepared dishes that were of a size probably best described as being 'elegantly sufficient' rather than requiring the seemingly standard Lake Macquarie capacity of two normal people.
Breakfast at the Lakehouse Café … wonderfully prepareddishes.
Yes, indeed. They do seem to be handy on the tooth in that part of the world.
John Rozentals was a guest of tourism bodies in Tasmania and at Lake Macquarie.
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Satay Chicken Pizza
I've said it before, I'm not a fan of store bought pizza (except for the ones I got in Naples).
I do however, love making my own at home. I made 3 pizzas the other night. One for each of us. I'm posting my pizza today. The other two I have posted before.
I love pizza with satay sauce, chicken, just a little cheese, red onion and coriander…so very delicious.
The recipe for the dough I have published in a previous post titled Home made Pizza.
You could buy a really good ready made satay sauce or you could make your own. It's up to you. This is a great recipe for a home made satay sauce that makes a large quantity and you can freeze what you don't use for later use.
I sliced chicken thigh fillets and onions thinly and quickly fried them until they just began to colour. Then I spooned satay sauce over the pizza base (I put lots) topped with chicken and onions then added just a little cheese and topped with coriander. This only took 10 mins in a really hot oven. I added more coriander to the cooked pizza.
I really do love this pizza!
- Homemade Satay Sauce
- 15 shallots or 2 medium spanish onions, chopped
- 20 dried red chillies, stalks discarded, deseeded, soaked in boiling water until soft and drained
- 8 cloves garlic
- 2 cm galangal, chopped
- 2 stalks lemongrass (pale part only and remove any dry outer layers)
- 1 – 2 tbs tamarind paste
- 2/3 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp salt
- 200ml vegetable oil
- 1 litre water
- 2 tbs lime juice
- 500g salted, roasted, crushed peanuts
Homemade Satay Sauce
Using a mini food processor, blitz shallots, garlic, galangal, rehydrated chillies and lemongrass in small batches to achieve a fine paste. Please be patient and don't be tempted to add water as this will make the paste difficult to caramelise. You can instead use a mortar and pestle but you must add only small amounts of the ingredients at a time, ensuring you have a fine paste before you add more ingredients. Set aside.
Heat oil in a heavy based saucepan or wok till medium heat and pour paste in. Stir fry, continuing to make sure bottom isn't catching till there is very little steam rising from the sauce and you can definitely see it caramelising and smell it getting fragrant.
Add water and bring to boil. Add tamarind, lime, sugar, only one teaspoon of salt. Add half the amount of peanuts after adding water to the sauce. The other half added just before serving, for crunch.
Bring to boil again, remove from heat and set aside till required. You can make this a couple days ahead of time and keep in a glass jar in the fridge and then re-heat to serve.


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After a long and exhaustive search, countless hours researching cars, and far too many test-drives that my family has had to endure, I have finally come to the conclusion on what sports car I will be purchasing. On October 21st I had the opportunity to try a new Lotus Evora S in Carbon Grey Metalic. The car was striking, in both looks and quality. The Lotus Evora has long been on my list, however finding one to try has proven to be difficult. For this test drive, I needed to drive over 2 hours south where BMW dealership had taken the vehicle in a trade with just over 1000 miles on it.
The interior was of quality leather and materials, brilliant red piping stitched throughout, mechanical seat adjustments (YAY!) and a simple to use interior. The ergonomics were to be desired, but everything was pretty straightforward. Getting into this variant, the pre-400 model, was not as bad as I was reading by comparison. The backseat was suitable for small children, but even being only 5'9 I had to push my seat up to an uncomfortable position if my son were to sit behind me. Fortunately, my fiance is even shorter than me so he can sit behind her. The dash gauges were smaller than most cars, but then again this IS NOT like most sports cars. The paddle shifters were to my surprise made of aluminium, it seems everyone likes to produce cars with plastic flappy paddles but not Lotus.
This Lotus was equipped with the automatic transmission and while I have decided to make my next sports car purchase my first manual car, I never considered the automatic. I rather felt forced into this as no other options were available within a reasonable distance; the next manual Evora was a 9-hour drive to Pensylvania. While I was sceptical of the automatic, I went in with an open mind as the automatic does present its own positives regardless if its a slushbox. Initial justifications were lifetime maintenance costs, and well that was about it really. I found shifts to be smooth and fairly quick, much to my surprise really. I have read the latest transmission ECU flash from Lotus will help speed things up a bit, however.
My test drive was brief, we zipped through some decent back roads and I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to open the car up – get a real sense of what this fine automobile is capable of. What I was left with is something that cannot be written by explanation, this car handles like a dream. It triumphs all other sports cars I have tested in the last 6 months. At the end of the day, I was confident in saying I will be purchasing a Lotus in the very near future.


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Happy Christmas!
So this is Christmas, what have you done? Another year over, a new just begun..
Well that pretty much sums it up, but then John Lennon is one of the greatest songwriters ever! If only we could stop wars, but then we would have to abolish our Governments as they are the ones who put us on the front line to fight their squabbles. (I love to rant lol) I digress..
Hope you are having a great Christmas and are looking forward to 2014? Is it just me but does it feel like a "here we go again with another year to get through" maybe it is just me being a pessimist.
Right so, what have you planned for the New Year? I am just trying to adjust to bringing in a new year, although there are some firm plans already in place for She's Got Claws;
A single release ... Early Summer 2014
Album No:2 release (Name not confirmed yet) ... Summer 2014
Live performance videos ... throughout the year, please keep checking She's Got Claws' You Tube profile
So did you buy the Christmas single, Can we hope for Christmas? I haven't heard anything from my distributor as yet but then it is the holidays and things tend to slow down. Hopefully i will be able to give some money to Save The Children, this depends on sales. If you have supported this charity by purchasing this song from iTunes, Play.com and/or Amazon, then i would like to say a huge thank you to you. You have made a lot of people's lives more bearable in these times of austerity.
If you haven't got around to it then the Christmas single is still available to buy from as little as 69p. It isn't going to break the bank, it only takes one minute of your time to give others hope and a brighter future. Your support is truly appreciated. Please check out the direct links on the dedicated Christmas page on my website.
So here's to a brand new year with lots of new exciting adventures for us all!
All the best for 2014!
Micci Lou xx
She's Got Claws is donating money from the sales of her Christmas single to Save The Children, to help the families who are living in poverty in the UK. Over 1..6 million children are affected by these times of austerity and the harsh cuts that this coalition has forced upon us, leaving families going without basic needs such as food, warmth and shelter. Can We Hope For Christmas is available to download from iTunes, Amazon and Play.com. Please show your support xx
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Shervin Zoghi
The International Organization for Developmental Entrepreneurship (IODE) is an up-and-coming non-profit organization with the holistic goal of helping citizens in developing communities. While it is universally understood that entrepreneurship spurs job creation, increases disposable income, improves morale, and more, it is somewhat less known that many people have never had the opportunity to learn the basic skills necessary for being an entrepreneur. Our goal is to bridge this gap, by teaching these aspiring individuals on how to run a business, draft a business plan, access microcredit loans, balance budgets, file for intellectual property rights, and more.
As becomes immediately apparent, this increase in income also means more tax revenue for local governments, which means more investment in human capital (health, education, and infrastructure). This positive cycle is key for developing communities to achieve long-term success.
It is our duty as compassionate, educated individuals to do something about this injustice. As Einstein put it, "The world is a dangerous place, not because of those who do evil, but because of those who look on and do nothing."
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Rafaela Santillan
Rafaela Santillan is a full-time student at Fresno State. She is pursuing her bachelor's degree in Communicative Disorders with an emphasis in Speech Pathology.
She is the Founder of Naked Earth Project and creator of the Naked Earth kitchen Sponges and shower Loofahs. She Started Naked Earth Project during Dr. Stearns Entrepreneurship Mentor Program.
Her Business focuses on eliminating plastic waste in our homes, one sponge at a time. These sponges are made out of biodegradable materials taking less than one year to decompose. She is looking to eliminating plastic waste and eliminating our carbon footprints by providing sustainable solutions.
As consumers, we rely heavily on the production of plastic. It is our moral responsibility to acknowledge the effects of plastic and the negative impact it has on our natural resources. -Rafaela Santillan
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Infinite 3D Solutions
Sebastian Stafford
Infinite 3D Solutions provides 3D scanning & printing services, which includes scanning of people, pets, or objects and printing them into personalized 3D miniatures in an option of various sizes and materials.
Customers have the ability to schedule a scanning appointment by telephone or online. A scanning expert will be dispatched on the scheduled day to the agreed location. scans typically take 3-7 minutes per person.
Infinite 3D solutions cleans the scan data and sends it off to the printer. Once the print passes quality checks, it is then delivered to the customer. Customers can choose from a selection of options including: 3" Micro-me, 4" Mini-me, 6" 3D-me, 8" Tall-me, 10" Mega-me, Cake Toppers for weddings, Birthdays etc.
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Valley Prototyping
Shervin Zoghi
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How to Choose the Ideal CAD Package
Credit: 2 PDH
Subject Matter Expert: George Petrescu, P.E., Ph.D.
In How to Choose the Ideal CAD Package, you'll learn ...
- The typical process of choosing the ideal CAD package
- Technical factors to consider when deciding on a CAD package
- Performing an ROI specifically tailored to the use of CAD packages
- Additional costs related to owning a CAD package (annual subscriptions, training, hardware)
Whether the Engineering Department is starting up from a clean sheet of paper or whether the current drafting methods employed by the Engineering Department are in need of an overhaul, choosing the most appropriate CAD program is an important brick in the foundation of the Engineering Department. With the market offering a large number of CAD options, deciding on the best solution can be a daunting task. Usually the Company's technical needs are answered by a number of CAD solutions and the final CAD solution is then selected based on a Return on Investment (ROI) analysis.
This course presents the technical criteria for analyzing the candidate CAD solutions (2D vs. 3D, parametric modeling vs. direct modeling, integration with other CAE programs, etc.). It introduces an ROI analysis tailored for the CAD activities, along with a few examples that quantify the expected increase in productivity associated with the use of the proposed CAD packages. The ROI can be used to help the managers make the best financial decisions in regards to the new CAD package.
Additionally, the benefits of designating a CAD Manager are discussed, and a list of tasks usually performed by that function is presented.
In the end, a non-exhaustive list of CAD packages available on the market is provided.
This course will help Engineers, Engineering Managers, CAD Managers, etc. who are interested in improving the productivity of their department by selecting the most appropriate CAD package for their Company's needs.
Disclaimer: although a few CAD solutions are mentioned as examples, this should not be construed as a recommendation. The selection of a CAD package needs to be made according to each of the Engineering Department's particular needs.
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This course teaches the following specific knowledge and skills:
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- Technical factors to consider when deciding on a CAD package:
- 2D or 3D capability
- Direct modeling or parametric
- What additional modules are needed
- Is integration with other CAE programs (PDM, FEA, CAM) needed and how do you handle that
- How responsive is the Help function
- Are customized CAD solutions needed
- Are any other features needed
- What are the hardware requirements associated with the ideal function of the CAD
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You will be able to immediately print a certificate of completion after passing a multiple-choice quiz consisting of 15 questions. PDH credits are not awarded until the course is completed and quiz is passed.
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The Cruise Line nominated for Europe's Best Cruise Travel Agency by the World Travel Awards
The Cruise Line has been nominated alongside 3 other independent Travel Agents for the award of 'Europe's Leading Cruise Agents' .
The World Travel Awards is seen as the most prestigious and highly sought awards program in the global travel and tourism industry and we feel that this nomination is confirmation of our belief that our high standards of customer service and extensive cruise knowledge are amongst the highest in the cruise industry.
The winners of the cruise category will be announced on the 17th October 2009 at Europe Gala Ceremony which is being held at the Marriott Praia D'El Rey Golf & Beach Resort in Obidos, Portugal.


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Not a bad looking trail considering the 2016 snowfall
A stop along the trail
The official Easy Riders uniform? Ladies in red, men in black.
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Take notice that on October 20, 2005, Florida Gas Transmission Company (FGT), 5444 Westheimer, Houston, Texas 77056, filed in Docket No. CP06-9-000, an application pursuant to sections 7(b) and (c) of the Natural Gas Act (NGA), and part 157 of the Commission's regulations requesting: (i) Approval to abandon certain mainline pipeline; and (ii) a certificate of public convenience and necessity to construct, and operate mainline pipeline, valves, and ancillary facilities to replace the abandoned facilities. The project is designed to relocate a portion of FGT's pipeline system due to a widening project involving 11.3 miles of State Road 91 in Broward County, Florida to be undertaken by the Florida Department of Transportation/Florida Turnpike Enterprise (FDOT/FTE), all as more fully set forth in the application which is on file with the Commission and open to public inspection. The filing may also be viewed on the Web at http://www.ferc.gov using the Start Printed Page 67467"eLibrary" link. Enter the docket number excluding the last three digits in the docket number field to access the document. For assistance, please contact FERC Online Support at email@example.com or toll free at (866) 208-3676, or TTY, contact (202) 502-8659.
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Any questions regarding this application should be directed to Stephen T. Veatch, Sr., Director, Certificates and Tariffs (713) 989-2024, Florida Gas Transmission Company (FGT), 5444 Westheimer Road, Houston, Texas 77056-5306.
There are two ways to become involved in the Commission's review of this project. First, any person wishing to obtain legal status by becoming a party to the proceedings for this project should, on or before the comment date, file with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street, NE., Washington, DC 20426, a motion to intervene in accordance with the requirements of the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure (18 CFR 385.214 or 385.211) and the Regulations under the NGA (18 CFR 157.10). A person obtaining party status will be placed on the service list maintained by the Secretary of the Commission and will receive copies of all documents filed by the applicant and by all other parties. A party must submit 14 copies of filings made with the Commission and must mail a copy to the applicant and to every other party in the proceeding. Only parties to the proceeding can ask for court review of Commission orders in the proceeding.
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The Idaho Suicide Prevention Hotline (ISPH) celebrates five years of continuous operations this week. ISPH launched on November 26, 2012, and has grown steadily ever since, adding shifts to achieve 24/7 phone response in 2014.
ISPH implemented a combined voice and crisis text line, (208) 398-4357 (HELP) in 2016, and will now respond to crisis chats via a web portal, www.idahosucideprevention.org/chat. Outside Boise, help is available toll-free at 1-800-273-8255.
Crisis chat response hours will be the same as current crisis text response hours: 3 p.m. to midnight Monday through Friday, with expanded hours as staffing levels permit.
"We are so grateful for the tremendous support and commitment from our community partners, volunteers and staff, allowing ISPH to serve the needs of more Idahoans every year," said hotline Director John Reusser. "We've fielded nearly 8,500 crisis contacts this year alone, up from 999 in our first year, and volunteers have contributed over one million dollars' worth of their time staffing the lines since ISPH launched in November 2012."


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New music classes are now taking place at our music school in Kampala, Uganda.These lovely students that you can see in the pictures are now learning to play the guitar and the keyboard every Saturday morning. The sessions consist of one-to-one and group music lessons.
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Rising stars Regency Legend and Ugly Warrior in Sha Tin clash
The Class 2 Yuen Long Handicap (1200m) at Sha Tin on Sunday (27 January) could give a glimpse into the future of Hong Kong's elite sprint division if trainer Danny Shum's faith in the unbeaten Regency Legend is not misplaced.
Shum sent Little Bridge to Royal Ascot in the summer of 2012 and carried off the G1 King's Stand Stakes trophy. And, after Regency Legend quickened away from talented Class 2 rivals last start, the handler made mention of next December's G1 LONGINES Hong Kong Sprint for his latest emerging talent.
"Let's just take it one race at a time," was jockey Zac Purton's circumspect advice at Sha Tin this morning, Friday, 25 January.
"He's lightly-framed and he doesn't have the attitude to be a top horse at the moment, so he's going to have to wrap his head around that. But Danny thinks he's pretty good, so let's hope Danny's right.
"He's not a very big horse; he can work himself up a little bit pre-race," he continued. "He's carrying a big weight here so that might be a little bit of a concern. Apart from that he's shown that he goes pretty well and it's a small field so he gets his chance to try and do it again."
Purton acknowledged, though, that the three-year-old has shown exciting potential in his two Hong Kong runs. Those wins come off the back of an eye-catching two wins from three starts in New Zealand, his one defeat being a runner-up finish in a Group 2 contest.
"It's hard not to be impressed with what he's done, putting two solid performances together," he said. "He's not an impressive worker in the mornings, which is why he went out at the price (14/1) he did for his first start. He also wasn't trialling well on the dirt, which is why I didn't originally take the ride on him, but he's obviously a racehorse – when he gets on the grass he's a different horse."
Regency Legend will face rising dirt track star Ugly Warrior in the fascinating eight-runner contest. Me Tusi's four-year-old has raced exclusively on the all-weather track for five wins from seven races, so it remains to be seen whether Sunday's turf test will prove to be problematic.
"I'm the same as everybody – no clue! I haven't tried him on the turf so we'll see how he goes. His trials, gallops and races have all been on the dirt," jockey Vincent Ho said.
"He's still young, his form dropped a little just before his last run and that's why he was already under pressure on the turn but hopefully after this run his form will be back and then we'll see what his options are in the all-weather races coming up."
Sunday's 10-race card features the Four-Year-Old Classic Series first leg, the Hong Kong Classic Mile, as well as the Group 3 Centenary Vase Handicap (1800m), the latter featuring G1 winners Glorious Forever, Exultant and Time Warp.


text: Visiting my favorite place in Los Angeles, I met clothing designer/owner and USA Fencing Olympian Ibtihaj Muhammad at the Griffith Observatory. Just doing my usual.. strolling up and down the path ways to get that one beautiful shot that I probably have photographed a million times already, I stumbled upon a sweet soul. I glanced at her and her friends and was in total awe at how beautiful all three were. They asked if I could take a picture of them (probably because I was staring) but I said "of course" I then started to express how beautiful they all were, and asked if I could get a portrait of them. We talked for a little while about my journey as a photographer then immediately exchanged social info. Its been about 3 years and some change now since that first day I met them. When I got home to check out Ibtihaj's instagram page I had no clue this woman was part of the US Olympic team. She is best known for being the first Muslim American woman to wear a hijab while competing for the United States in the Olympics and is the first female Muslim-American athlete to earn a medal. She placed Bronze at the 2016 Rio De Janeiro Summer olympics! How exciting is it to see your friend bring home a medal and do with a hijab on!! She not only fences but owns the most beautiful Muslim clothing line "Louellashop" which I have been fortunate enough to shoot for 3 years now. Working with her is a breeze.. not only is she sweet, goal driven yet down to earth but she is strong. With all of the controversy going on about Muslims and the entire ban which recently happened, Ibtihaj seems to keep her head high. She is not phased by the ridicule or the prejudice comments that come out of some citizens mouth. She holds herself high and keeps going. If she can hold it down with fencing and whooping someones butt while picking out fabrics and color swatches for her clothing line, she can definitely surpass all of the madness and stay focused on what matters most. Go IBI !! Thats one fierce yet strong woman!


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When Apple introduced the fourth iteration of its smartwatch, the big new selling point wasn't a feature we typically associate with a watch or any sort of smart device. Instead, the company added a feature that had only recently arrived in the form of specialized consumer devices: an electrocardiograph (ECG), a device made for monitoring the heart's electrical activity.
But the watch was ready before the software was, meaning an examination of the technology wasn't possible in our comprehensive review of the Apple Watch Series 4. Last week, Apple finally enabled the missing features, and we've spent a few days checking them out.
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People who haven't used the Apple Watch may not realize just how much it's an extension of an iPhone. This includes the heart-monitoring software, which requires an update to both the Watch and iPhone OSes before it will work. (This caused a small bit of confusion when the software wouldn't launch after we upgraded only the watch's OS.) Once the update is done, the Health app on the iPhone will incorporate any ECG data generated using the watch. On the watch side, the update will install a new app.


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3D Car Cartoons Help Kids Learn Colors In Nonstop Video With Baa Baa Black Sheep
3D car cartoons help preschoolers learn colors in this catchy online free 20 minute nonstop video. See Green, Yellow, Blue, Red and Orange Dump Trucks with their colorful garbage. Sing along to Baa Baa Black Sheep and other nursery rhyme favorites. Enjoy online for free at SeeZisKids!


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Mental Health Recovery: The Pills
Pills, or Happy Pills - they have been labelled, have once again saved my life but this time I've finally given in and allowed them to work properly...for the time being.
I recently had a relapse in my mental health - no I'm not ashamed - and for reasons unknown. I'm not stressed nor am I severely worried or down about anything so I do wonder myself what has caused this to happen yet again? It's still under investigation. But in the meantime, I have taken necessary steps (again) to try to resolve this issue. I visited my GP. On this occasion, it has been pretty streamlined. My GP, thank God, is a psychiatrist and specialises in mental health so, despite only having 10 minutes with her, I felt heard, for once. She nodded but I knew she knew what I was talking about and understood how I was feeling. She admitted that when you're yo-yo'ed around the Practice, it can be difficult to get to the root of the cause when you're continually having to repeat yourself to various different doctors. I wish other NHS professionals took this approach but I am appreciative that they all have targets to meet each day.
I've been prescribed - a repeat, mind - fluoxetine, otherwise known as, Prozac. It's an anti-depressant, a green and white pill, very distinctive and is meant to help with depression (low mood) and anxiety and panic attacks. A higher dose of this medication is also said to treat eating disorders but I'm not quite there yet.
I have been taking this medication since February, admittedly intermittently - and yes my doctor did have a moan at me for this - so I'm pleased to be back on it now and to actually try to be patient enough to allow it to work. My doctor does appreciate that I am really impatient, not because I want the medication to hurry up but because my anxiety is so high at the moment it is interfering with my day-to-day life. In order to tackle this, she's prescribed me something else that should help short-term while I wait for my Prozac to kick in after four weeks. Meanwhile, I am taking sleeping pills to help with my sleeping pattern, alongside medication for my persistent migraines. So yes, I am feeling very grateful for not only my new GP who is willing to spend extra time with me by monitoring my health but also the NHS for being so easily accessible. Yes, my prescription was rather large (£30.00) but it will tie me over until the new year.
I used to be against medication but hindsight has made me realise I was only against it because I wasn't patient with it. You can't argue with science, but a few years ago, I thought I knew everything. When you know your body, you don't trust anything alien in it to work. When I began running, I believed running could solve everything. It made me feel good and during this time I wasn't taking medication because I didn't feel I needed it. I had previously been prescribed citalopram about four to five years ago before I started running, and I hated the way it turned me into this miserable, lazy, vegetable who would lay on the sofa and not move for days. I hated not being in control of my feelings. In fact, it took away all of my feelings. I couldn't be emotional (and I am an incredibly emotional person) I couldn't cry, I couldn't be sad or angry. I felt nothing. So my first experience with anti-depressants wasn't a good one.
On this occasion, however, it has been my anxiety that has been causing me so much pain. With low mood, I find that running and exercising can help me manage it. But anxiety is a completely different ball game. The headaches, the eye-twitching, the terrified feeling of having to leave the house, to be around people, to commute to work, to stand next to strangers on the Tube, to write a decent article to publish, to read it over and over again to spot mistakes. Everything, whilst anxiety is present, is almost impossible. It's almost as if my brain has gone into overload and is overworking itself to the point I am so exhausted then it reboots and I can't sleep because my brain has worked its way up again. It's a vicious circle, you get it.
But this time around I am willing to be patient. I want to be patient because I want to be better. Mental illness is still a confusing topic and a confusing health condition that people still don't understand. I still don't understand most of what I'm feeling or how to explain to others what it is, why I'm not returning their calls, why I'm hiding out in my house all the time, why I'm not coming into work today. Sometimes, I wish I had a cold because at least I know a cold will be cured after five days.
My doctor has asked me to be patient, so I will. She's a good doctor and I trust her. Trusting your doctor is definitely one of the things that people struggle with too. Especially if you have a mental illness. When I first had a psychiatrist when I was placed on Therapy4You - and don't get me wrong, it's a great service the NHS provides - I didn't trust my therapist. I had six, hour-long sessions with her and she faced the clock every time clockwatching. It made me feel uneasy, not listened to and just another patient she's ready to finish before she sits in the same room with another. It wasn't as organic as I'd hoped it would be. So this time around, I won't be using that service and instead, I'll be looking for something more tailored.
Either way, I hope these tablets work. It's the beginning of my treatment and realistically, it's the start of addressing something that has been eating me up for too long. It's not as temporary as some make out to be because it does come and go but I need to find a way of managing it in the best way I can so that I don't end up having these relapses that interfere with my working life.
As my doctor said, this is a journey. And she's with me every step of the way. Onwards.
- xo J


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8.30-10.30 AM | Thursday 28th February
500 Carlisle St East | Sheffield | S4 8BS
STAUFF UK Ltd is a member of a global organisation with operations in 19 countries.
Based in Sheffield with a state-of-the-art distribution and manufacturing facility of hydraulic hose assemblies and manipulated tube assemblies. STAUFF UK are perfectly placed to offer quality services.
Our regional branches in Aberdeen (Centre of excellence for clamps including the ACT clamp 'Anti Corrosion Technology'), Ireland and Southampton offer our customers a rapid service enforcing the group proposition of LOCAL SOLUTIONS FOR INDIVIDUAL CUSTOMERS WORLDWIDE.
Since 1977, STAUFF have serviced the UK hydraulic industry with expert advice, friendly service and flexible approach.
During this time the scope of products and services has grown considerably to establish the company as one of the principal players in the UK fluid power industry.
We are now able to offer an unrivalled package under the STAUFF brand of
• Hydraulic Pipework
• Components
• Accessories
• Services
Our purpose built Sheffield premises incorporating hose and tube manufacturing, with warehousing facilities creating a supply resource currently unequalled in the UK.
Sheffield boasts the ViaStore with 3 state of the art Viaspeed Automated Storage/Retrieval Systems, offering increased storage capacity of 65% with reduced picking times of over 30% compared to traditional methods.
With buildings covering more than 110,000 sq.ft. the facility for loose component supply is complemented by an impressive modern facility for manufacturing hydraulic hose assemblies and manipulated tube assemblies.
These events are a great chance to meet Made in Yorkshire members, MD's and CEO's of the manufacturing businesses in the Yorkshire area.
The event schedule is as following:
Arrive at 8:30am for networking, tea, coffee and breakfast.
Sixty seconds from all attendees to showcase your company, highlighting areas for collaboration within the group.
Short presentation from the host and factory tour
Further networking
10:30 am Event closes
Our Breakfast morning networking events are very popular. Please make sure you have booked your tickets early.


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I took Woori Soogi to Tammy and John's house yesterday.
Woori Soogi loved their Christmas tree :D
Jane: You look scared. Is everything ok?
Slinky: Ummm, no!!!!
Jane: What's wrong?
Slinky: Who the heck is on my roof?
Jane: Oh! That's Woori Soogi. She's very nice. You will like her.
Slinky: o2ujhwdejq;dk hoqwkl!!!
Slinky: (sniff, sniff) Hey, you! This is my roof! Get out of here!
Slinky: Hello? I need some help! I don't know what to do with this girl!
Slinky: Oh crap........! Nobody wanna help me!


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The hardest part of my job is paying for content -- the stuff I create.
The Web has always been tricky this way. At its core, the Internet is a free information sharing service. That, along with its ubiquitous presence, is what separates it from many other types of media.
And like other information sources, the Web is wildly competitive. It's this wonderful mix of professionals and amateurs alike, with every topic conceivable fair game for discussion.
I began my move from print to electronic in 1997 when I built storyphoto.com in the wee hours of the morning. It's still online, now as a historical document. I was a hobbyist then. I paid the rent with my day job.
In all of those years since, I've never had a hard time thinking of things to write about. The balancing act has been generating enough revenue while I create that content.
With The Digital Story Podcast for example, I've resisted putting commercials at the top of the show. My reasoning is that people want to hear the news or a feature when they first tune in, not an advertising spot.
Sponsors hate that. They want to be up front -- at the beginning of the show and at the top of the website, like a toll booth you must pass through.
Instead, my approach is advertorial. I look for products and services that I think have real value, and I tell their story, hoping to educate along the way. Even if you don't buy the product, you learn something new.
Even so, I have to add this ingredient in measured amounts. A little too much, and the scale tips the wrong way.
Not enough, well, then I'm back in 1997.


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Welcome back friends. I was inspired by a card I happen to see on Facebook. Mary Bush (a fellow Stampin' Up! demonstrator) posted her card and I was in need to create an Anniversary card too! See her card here. Mary says that she cased it from the Stampin' Success Magazine (an exclusive quarterly magazine for demonstrators) and you know what I have it and never saw this card. So very observant I am. Ha. Although I did case cards from this issue a few weeks ago.
Creative Color Combination
A monochromatic color palette for the silver anniversary.
Click the photo(s) below to purchase the products used to create this project directly from my online Stampin' Up! store.


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Why To Go For A Good Animation Maker
Today technological advancements have made audio video productions reach to a new level. They are no more simply a boring combination of an audio and a video. Instead, they are playing to their full potential and doing more in almost every field they are used in. For instance, they are made to make things/ information appear in graphical form. Use of animation technology in audio video productions has further added to their demands. Now advertising a product through an audio video production has become more attractive as well as interactive. They can also demonstrate the new as well as old uses of a product.
Animation technology uses special characters of an animal or a person in an audio video production. Such characters are given larger than life image to make the message of the video dominate through them. In such videos texts are combined with moving images, backed with sounds and different voices, to make the video enjoyable and informative at the same time.
A good animation maker can make the video:
- Attention grabbing.
- Capture the minutest detail of a thing.
- Beautifully knit around an impressive story line.
- Create an image of business into the minds of viewers.
- Simplify the communication of a complex message.
- Target a specific set of audience.
- At a lesser cost.
- In a lesser time.
- Garner traffic to it.
- Turn a viewer into a willful customer, and
- Attract testimonials from present and future clients.
The audio video production done by a capable animation maker can be uploaded on different networking sites such as YouTube and vimeo etc. These networking sites provide an opportunity to people to not only view such videos again and again but also to share them with many other people.


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Welcome Dacia!
Join us in welcoming our new Account Coordinator, Dacia Little!! We asked her a few questions and here's what she had to say:
- If you were stuck on a deserted island, what three things would you make sure to have?
A good book, a solar powered plane, and Jesus
- If you could live on any planet, which one would you pick?
- When you were a kid what did you want to be when you grew up?
A choreographer at one point, a teacher at another.
- What's the #1 played song on your iPod or music player of choice?
It changes frequently, but currently it is "Lean On" by Major Lazer
- If you could have any super power, which one would you want and why?
Invisibility, I like to know what's going on behind closed doors. I'm kind of inquisitive, but I think the world would be a better place if people tried to understand others' experiences and history.
- What is your favorite time (season) of the year and why?
September (late summer, early fall). The weather is perfect, there's a lot of festivals and outdoor events, and it's my birthday month!
- What is your favorite book?
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime
- What is your favorite quote?
"If your presence doesn't make an impact, then your absence won't make a difference."
- Is there anything else you would like to share?
I just like to have fun and make people happy. Live. Laugh. Love.


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subflooring out./
Chelsea and I have been attacking this project with a motto:
Where we can do nothing, do nothing.
Where we do something, do it right.
If we don't need to fix or change a piece of the Campbulance, we won't. An example of this would be the bench seat structure and the majority of the sliding cabinets. We can't improve upon the existing structure without an unreasonable amount of effort, so we're leaving them as is.
We planned on leaving the majority of the flooring by simply peeling off the original laminate, and sanding down the 3/4 inch plywood that made up the subfloor. We spent hours on this "save-the-sub-floor" project. I suppose, in the back of our minds, we knew that the right thing to do was tear the old plywood out, but we had a variety of excuses to keep us from this.
Then Shawn showed up.
Shawn's my R2 buddy. We were rookies at Vail together on Mountain Safety, and rookies at Timberline as well. He's the only one with whom I'll paddle many stretches of advanced rivers. When we're in a boat, he's the confident/overconfident one, and I'm the chickenshit. It works great.
He was the one that pushed us to pull the floor. I'd heard arguments against it; I need to hear his for it.
Shawn did a tricky thing. He talked us into cutting out the flooring most affected by the dry rot. After the first, the first, move towards removing any peice of the sub-flooring, I was hooked. It was coming out of the Campbulance, and it was coming out now.
We used a circular saw, many pry bars, even more hammer, a ball joint separator, and sweat to pull the floor out. We thought that it was only held down by adhesive, because we couldn't see any screws, but lo and behold it was the exact opposite. No (useful) glue, and hidden screws everywhere.


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Grasso Took the Fifth In SEC Trading Probe
Friday, March 17, 2006
NEW YORK -- Former New York Stock Exchange chairman Dick Grasso refused to answer questions from the Securities and Exchange Commission because his answers might incriminate him, a lawyer for New York Attorney General Eliot L. Spitzer said Thursday.
Grasso invoked his Fifth Amendment protection against self-incrimination in June during an SEC deposition about the NYSE's investigation of improper trading by the specialist firms that manage trading in particular stocks, New York Deputy Attorney General Avi Schick told a state court judge.
Spitzer is suing Grasso to force him to return his $139.5 million retirement package and wants a transcript of the deposition to bolster the state's claims that Grasso's compensation was excessive and that he misled the NYSE board, Schick said.
"The question here is whether the compensation [Grasso] received was reasonable. The stock exchange is first and foremost a regulator," Schick said. "He was questioned about his performance of his regulatory role."
The questions Grasso refused to answer had to do with his conduct during the NYSE's investigation of the specialists and his response to a complaint from former American International Group Inc. chief executive Maurice R. "Hank" Greenberg that AIG's stock was too volatile, lawyers said.
Five specialist firms paid $242 million in March 2004 to settle SEC allegations that they improperly profited at the expense of the stock buyers and sellers they were supposed to match up. The U.S. attorney's office in Manhattan has brought criminal securities-fraud charges against 15 individual specialists. The first seven go on trial next month.
The SEC also censured the NYSE for failing to police the specialist firms under Grasso's watch. Grasso was ousted by the exchange's board of directors in September 2003 amid a furor about the size of his compensation package.
Federal prosecutors and SEC officials declined to comment on the specialist probe except to say their investigations are continuing. No charges or regulatory cases have been brought in connection with the AIG volatility issue.
Grasso's lead attorney, Brendan V. Sullivan Jr., said in statement, "I am confident that Mr. Grasso is neither the subject nor a target of any SEC investigation." Sullivan also argued that Grasso's decision to invoke the Fifth Amendment during the specialist investigation "says absolutely nothing about his performance as the head of the New York Stock Exchange, or about the merits of Mr. Spitzer's novel civil case against him."
The attorney who represented Grasso at Thursday's hearing, Gerson Zweifach, criticized Spitzer's decision to raise the SEC deposition issue, saying, "It seems to me to be this ever-expanding effort to find something to smear [Grasso] with."
Zweifach said that Schick already has questioned Grasso about the AIG and specialist issues and that Grasso "answered every single question" except those that related specifically to the SEC deposition and Grasso's children's investment accounts. Spitzer's office disputed that account, saying Zweifach had directed Grasso not to answer questions about his conduct during the specialist investigation.
New York Supreme Court Justice Charles E. Ramos ordered lawyers for Spitzer and Grasso to submit written arguments on whether Grasso should be forced to turn over the SEC deposition transcript to Spitzer's office. Grasso is scheduled to answer additional questions in the case starting April 4.
If Ramos decides the SEC deposition is relevant and admissible, Grasso's decision to invoke the Fifth Amendment could hurt him significantly in his case against Spitzer, said lawyers not connected to the case.
Under civil court rules, Spitzer's lawyers would be able to tell a jury about Grasso's refusal to answer questions about his own performance as a regulator, said former prosecutor and SEC lawyer Jacob S. Frenkel. That could in turn bolster Spitzer's claim that Grasso did a bad job and did not deserve his enormous compensation package. Spitzer is involved in the case because, at the time, the NYSE was incorporated as a nonprofit institution. State laws bar nonprofit groups from paying excessive compensation. The Big Board is now publicly traded.
The case is scheduled for trial at the end of October, but Ramos said he was growing tired of mediating constant battles among the lawyers for Spitzer; Grasso; and two former NYSE compensation committee chairmen, Kenneth Langone and H. Carl McCall. "You've having a war, and I'm the civilian caught in the crossfire," Ramos said. "I've got 350 other cases. I can't spend my life on this case."


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Vaping and bleeding gums – contrary to what the anti-vaping community may tell you, if you've started experiencing bleeding gums while vaping, and you've recently switched from smoking to vaping, it's not the vaping that's causing the bleeding gums.
I know from experience – smoking caused me to replace all of my teeth with dentures. Fortunately, I quit smoking immediately after my dentures were in place.
I've been vaping now for over five years and have no problems with vaping and bleeding gums.
Guest post from Totally Wicked
Why Do My Gums Bleed Now That I've Switched to Vaping
People have been making the conscious decision to quit smoking and transition to vaping. However, many people making the switch are noticing a change in their oral health.
Have you recently made the decision to stop smoking? Have you noticed anything different? When making the switch, many individuals new to vaping are noticing an unfortunate side effect – bleeding gums.
A lot of you are probably wondering, "why doesn't this happen with smoking?" Well, you're in luck. We've come up with brief run-down as to why this happens.
Effects of Smoking
You've probably heard about all the long-term consequences of smoking cigarettes. But did you know that smoking is one of the leading causes of gum disease?
Gum disease is an infection in the gums that can severely affect the bone structure that is made to support your teeth. In many instances, if gum disease worsens, it can even cause your teeth to loosen and fall out.
How is Smoking Affiliated with Gum Disease?
Smoking is vaso-constructive. This means that blood vessels, like the ones in your gums, tighten and squeeze together every time that you have a cigarette.
Results from MRI scans of smokers have shown that even the blood supply to their fingers decreases by a significant amount, which is the same thing that will happen to your gums.
Not only that, but smoking also weakens your body's immune system, ultimately making it difficult to fight any gum infection you may have. If you currently have a gum infection, continuing to smoke will only make the healing process slower and it will also lower the chance of a successful treatment.
Why You Should Stop Smoking
Still can't find a reason to quit? Quitting smoking reduces your overall risk of developing gum disease and oral cancer. Gum disease is usually caused by a buildup of plaque, but when you smoke it is masked due to the vaso-constructive effect of tobacco.
When you quit smoking, your gums are no longer squeezed. This means that your gums can now function normally and oxygen and nutrient rich blood can be delivered to your gums.
As soon as you stop smoking, your gums can bleed if there is gum disease present, as vaso-constructive effects of smoking are no longer there.
Thus, while bleeding gums can seem like an unfortunate side-effect of vaping, it should instead be taken as an eye-opener to the negative effects of smoking.
In reality, it's not vaping and bleeding gums, it's not smoking that's causing the bleeding gums.
Although it can take time for your gums to restore themselves back to their original state, it's definitely well worth the wait if it prevents you from other problems in the long run.
Vaping and Bleeding Gums – Next Steps
If you have recently quit smoking and are a victim of bleeding gums, the first step you should take is to visit your family dentist. Be sure to get a proper cleaning, floss on a regular basis after every brush, and stop smoking cigarettes completely!
This is very important. If you don't take precautions and you allow for gum disease to develop, it can cause your jawbone to deteriorate and subsequently for your teeth to fall out.
It's not too late to make switching to vaping one of your New Year's Resolutions. Break a bad habit this 2018. Ditch the cigarette and pick up an e-cigarette!
Totally Wicked – If you're looking to make the switch to vaping, be sure to browse through our collection of Totally Wicked starter kits online today!


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You don't have to deprive yourself or follow a complicated diet to drop a few pounds. These weight-loss strategies are totally doable…
Time Your Meals
Set a timer for 20 minutes and reinvent yourself as a slow eater. This is one of the top habits for slimming down without a complicated diet plan. Savour each bite and make it last until the bell chimes. Paced meals offer great pleasure from smaller portions and trigger the body's fullness hormones. Wolfing your food down in a hurry blocks those signals and causes overeating.
Sleep More, Weigh Less
Sleeping an extra hour a night could help a person drop 14 pounds in a year, according to a University of Michigan researcher who ran the numbers for a 2,500 calorie per day intake. His scenario shows that when sleep replaces idle activities — and the usual mindless snacking — you can effortlessly cut calories by 6 per cent. Results would vary for each person, but sleep may help in another way, too. There's evidence that getting too little sleep revs up your appetite
Serve More, Eat More Veggies
Serve three vegetables with dinner tonight, instead of just one, and you'll eat more without really trying. Greater variety tricks people into eating more food — and eating more fruits and vegetables is a great way to lose weight. The high fiber and water content fills you up with fewer calories. Cook them without added fat. And season with lemon juice and herbs rather than drowning their goodness in high-fat sauces or dressings
When Soup's On, Weight Comes Off
Add a broth-based soup to your day and you'll fill up on fewer calories. Think minestrone, tortilla soup, or Chinese won-ton. Soup's especially handy at the beginning of a meal because it slows your eating and curbs your appetite. Start with a low-sodium broth or canned soup, add fresh or frozen vegetables and simmer. Beware of creamy soups, which can be high in fat and calories.
Go for Whole Grains
Whole grains such as brown rice, barley, oats, buckwheat, and whole wheat also belong in your stealthy weight loss strategy. They help fill you up with fewer calories and may improve your cholesterol profile, too. Whole grains are now in many products including waffles, pizza crust, English muffins, pasta, and soft "white" whole-wheat bread.
Eyeball Your Skinny Clothes
Hang an old favourite dress, skirt, or a smokin' pair of jeans where you'll see them every day. This keeps your eyes on the prize. Choose an item that's just a little too snug, so you reach this reward in a relatively short time. Then pull out last year's cocktail dress for your next small, attainable goal.
Sip Smart: Cut Back on Sugar
Replace one sugary drink like regular soda with water or a zero-calorie seltzer and you'll avoid about 10 teaspoons of sugar. Add lemon, mint or frozen strawberries for flavor and fun.
The liquid sugar in soda appears to bypass the body's normal fullness cues. One study compared an extra 450 calories per day from jelly beans vs. soda. The candy eaters unconsciously ate fewer calories overall, but not so the soda drinkers. They gained 2.5
Sip Smart: Use a Tall, Thin Glass
Use a tall, skinny glass instead of a short, wide tumbler to cut liquid calories — and your weight — without dieting. You'll drink 25 per cent-30 per cent less juice, soda, wine, or any other beverage.
How can this work? Brian Wansink, PhD, says visual cues can trick us into consuming more or less. His tests at Cornell University found all kinds of people poured more into a short, wide glass — even experienced bartenders.
Sip Smart: Limit Alcohol
When an occasion includes alcohol, follow the first drink with a non-alcoholic, low-calorie beverage like sparkling water instead of moving directly to another cocktail, beer, or glass of wine. Alcohol has more calories per gram (7) than carbohydrates (4) or protein (4). It can also loosen your resolve, leading you to mindlessly inhale chips, nuts, and other foods you'd normally limit.
Sip Smart: Go for Green Tea
Drinking green tea may also be a good weight loss strategy. Some studies suggest that it can rev up the body's calorie-burning engine temporarily, possibly through the action of phytochemicals called catechins. At the very least, you'll get a refreshing drink without tons of calories.
Slip Into a Yoga State of Mind
Women who do yoga tend to weigh less than others, according to a study in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association. What's the connection? The yoga regulars reported a more "mindful" approach to eating. For example, they tend to notice the large portions in restaurants but eat only enough to feel full. Researchers think the calm self-awareness developed through yoga may help people resist overeating.
Eat at Home
Eat home-cooked meals at least five days a week. A Consumer Reports survey found this was a top habit of "successful losers."
Catch the 'Eating Pause'
Most people have a natural "eating pause," when they drop the fork for a couple of minutes. Watch for this moment and don't take another bite. Clear your plate and enjoy the conversation. This is the quiet signal that you're full, but not stuffed. Most people miss it.
Shrink Your Dishes
Choose a 10-inch lunch plate instead of a 12-inch dinner plate to automatically eat less. Cornell's Brian Wansink, PhD, found in test after test that people serve more and eat more food with larger dishes. Shrink your plate or bowl to cut out 100-200 calories a day — and 10-20 pounds in a year. In Wansink's tests, no one felt hungry or even noticed when tricks of the eye shaved 200 calories off their daily intake.
Get Food Portions Right
The top habit of slim people is to stick with modest food portions at every meal, five days a week or more. "Always slim" people do it and successful losers do it, too, according to a Consumer Reports survey. After measuring portions a few times, it can become automatic.
Try the 80-20 Rule
Americans are conditioned to keep eating until they're stuffed, but residents of Okinawa eat until they're 80 per cent full. They even have a name for this naturally slimming habit: hara hachi bu. We can adopt this healthy habit by dishing out 20 per cent less food, according to researcher Brian Wansink, PhD. His studies show most people don't miss it.
Eat Out Your Way
Restaurant meals are notoriously fattening, so consider these special orders that keep portions under control:
- Split an entrée with a friend.
- Order an appetiser as a meal.
- Choose the child's plate.
- Get half the meal in a doggie bag before it's brought to the table.
Go Meatless More Often
Eating vegetarian meals more often is a slimming habit. Vegetarians tend to weigh less than meat eaters. While there are several reasons for this, legumes may play an important role. Bean burgers, lentil soup, and other tasty legume-based foods are simply packed with fiber.
Burn 100 Calories More
Lose 10 pounds in a year without dieting by burning an extra 100 calories every day. Try one of these activities:
- Walk 1 mile, about 20 minutes.
- Pull weeds or plant flowers for 20 minutes.
- Mow the lawn for 20 minutes.
- Clean house for 30 minutes.
- Jog for 10 minutes.
(Reviewed by Louise Chang, MD)