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Very good article. Quoting from your article, this could have been me:
Quote:I have always followed harness racing, meaning I knew where the tracks were, knew about The Hambletonian and The Little Brown Jug and some of the other events that the sport offers. I never ignored it, but I didn't follow it on a regular basis.
Specifically the bolded parts. I really enjoy watching the horses/drivers race for the sport. I'm one of those people that could go watch harness racing without betting. I think it's one of the most interesting sports because you have the raw power of the animal being aided by the wisdom/skill of the human driver. Sometimes when I am at the track, I think they've lost the art of the sport. They need to play up the athletic accomplishment of the race rather than JUST the gambling outcome.
02-11-2017, 05:57 AM (This post was last modified: 02-11-2017, 06:04 AM by Johnny 228.)
(02-11-2017, 04:39 AM)Admin Wrote: Very good article. Quoting from your article, this could have been me:
Appreciate the comments----they need the gambling as we know---guys like us and the sport goes bankrupt. The key is to get more casual fans interested in coming out and betting once in a while.
(02-11-2017, 04:39 AM)Admin Wrote: Very good article. Quoting from your article, this could have been me:
Thanks for the nice words----if only guys like us went to the tracks, the sport would be bankrupt. The key is to get new people in so they can have fun with some $2 and $5 bets----have some fun, win some money, but more importantly, become a fan and keep coming back.
Love seeing Yonkers with three $50K races this weekend----that's what intrigues me.
Appreciate the comments----they need the gambling as we know---guys like us and the sport goes bankrupt. The key is to get more casual fans interested in coming out and betting once in a while.
Get new fans out----let them wager $5 a race and have some fun. If they won, they might come back and more importantly, become a fan of the sport.
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(02-11-2017, 05:57 AM)Johnny 228 Wrote: Appreciate the comments----they need the gambling as we know---guys like us and the sport goes bankrupt. The key is to get more casual fans interested in coming out and betting once in a while.
Agreed. I live close to a couple decent sized Universities. I wish they made an effort to draw these kids in to make a night of it. That is how my first time at the track was a long time ago.
When I was a kid, they would have the results from the races the previous night in the paper. I didn't think anything of it when I was a teenager or younger, but I was definitely aware of it because of the amount of space it took up in the paper each morning. That is something they need to replicate. They need to put their sport in front of youngsters so that they are aware of it. Then when they are ready, they can make a night of it at the races with their friends. Hopefully it would be a good experience and they would come back a few times a year.
That is so true---I am 48, I remember looking at Buffalo Raceway and Batavia Downs results in The Buffalo News (you could probably guess I grew up near Buffalo). My dad never took me to Buffalo Raceway and I have only been there a few times (I now live in Albany).
There used to be a sports show called Free Form Sports on WBEN 930 AM hosted by Buffalo broadcasting legend Stan Barron. He was on from 6 to 11 each night and always gave a recap of Buffalo Raceway results. The 11 pm sportscast used to give and tell you the DD at the end of their sportscast. I remember hearing Ed Kilgore saying the daily double of 4 and 7 paid $15.40. It planted a seed, it made you want to check out the paper.
We can't rely on newspapers anymore----they may never dye, but box scores are being eliminated, so if that is happening, there will be no space for harness or horse racing in the papers. Everybody says go online, but going online is very specialized. Runners go to running websites; harness racing fans go to harness racing websites and curling fans go to curling sites.
I see Yonkers had two $50,000 races tonight--one for pacers and one for trotters. That's a pretty serious pot of dough for a Saturday night at Yonkers. Can't the NY Post and the NY papers put four sentences together. Does the raceway send the results to the papers? If they don;t shame on them. Maybe they do, but they know that the newspapers won;t find space for them.
I live in Albany now---there are four local papers that send reporters to the Saratoga meet. The Times Union sends a a reporter for all 40 days, but The Daily Gazette, The Post-Star and The Record/Saratogian have scaled back and usually send reporters Thursday-Sunday. Still, it gets major league coverage. We have the Saratoga Harness track right there, too, and only The Record/Saratogian biother to cover it and the only reason they do is that track announcer Mike Sardella pens a weekly column. Last year, Wiggle It Jiggleit showed up and the papers barely covered his arrival and subsequent win in the $250,000 Jim Gerrity Memorial.
Heck, the facility is now called Saratoga Casino Hotel. They care so much about harness racing that they donlt even have the name in it. It used to be Saratoga Raceway and then Saratoga Gaming and Raceway when VGM were added. Why could't they called Saratoga Downs Casino?
I am a realist----today's outlets cover football, baseball and basketball. Hockey is neglected and so, too, is Major League Soccer, which continues to sell its stadiums out, yet can't get any mainstream media coverage.
I think there is a chance because today's "kids" are not glued to the TV---they are not watching football and other sports like we used to at their age. They have many more diversions and distractions. NFL ratings are down because young people do not turn the set on and invest 6 hours every Sunday. They can go to You Tube and get highlight of every game in 5 minutes per game. Why should they watch the entire game? Except for the Super Bowl and the conference title games, there is no need to.
I think young people like events more than we did and that is where harness racing can come in and recruit them. But, you have to try. The tracks should be going to colleges and grabbing them!
(02-12-2017, 06:09 AM)Johnny 228 Wrote: I think young people like events more than we did and that is where harness racing can come in and recruit them. But, you have to try. The tracks should be going to colleges and grabbing them!
This is the part that I'm not sure the tracks are even making an effort. Bringing in the college students is good for everyone. The tracks will make more money, the crowds will be bigger, and the gamblers will have better odds on their bets.
The worst thing that can happen at a track is for all the bettors to be professionals and bet down the favorites to such small numbers that it isn't worth it anymore. Having those rookie bettors throwing money at the longshots for the fun of it will make those favorites payoff a little better.
That's why Saratoga thoroughbred is good----the novices, the guys with the searsuckers and the hotties with their sundresses just bet names and faces and the odds are fair. You always get good odds at the KY Derby because of that.
Since it is pooled betting, we want more foolish bets to offset those that understand the system. Best nights to bet are date nights but those are mostly from a different era.
Date night!. I was telling my friend about Buffalo Raceway and Casino and he said that "that sounds like a fun place to take a date."
Next Sunday, Saratoga Casino Hotel opens season 76!!!!! 44 and sunny is the forecast..
I saw this article and thought it related well to this thread:
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Interesting that your article is on this page too, Johnny 228. Seems a battle is brewing right now to make this sport great again.
One idea that I would like to see a couple tracks play around with is letting college students "own" part of a horse. And then have that horse race every Saturday night. Even let designated students get a picture with the horse on their night if the horse wins.
I remember a feature like this at Northfield a long time ago but it wasn't targeted at new people, just at the regulars.
The Gural Rule I go back and forth on. On one hand, sports is about star power. On the other, if you own a great horse, shouldn't it be your right when to race him or retire him? If there is money to be made in breeding after the 3-year old season, should they be required to keep racing?
I give Gural credit for one thing. He seems to love the sport and he certainly is a believer in it. While I tend to agree with him on the relying too much on slots revenues, it must pointed that he owns three tracks---Meadowlands Tioga, and Vernon and two of the three have casinos. It was a bog blow when NY voters voted against a referendum that would have allowed a casino north of Atlantic City. But, Tioga Downs in a full-fledged casino with table games, poker and not just a racino full of VGMs.
Marketing is the key----the sport seems to be on the uptick, but there is more to do. Again, when I look at websites, I see the casion, the entertainment and the food highlighted and then......the harness racing.
Why can't they TRY to market the racing more? That will be the greatest challenge. Let's hope that they follow Gural's advice and spend some of that money on marketing the sport.
I've been looking through for some of the websites for the harness racing tracks. It's been disappointing the number of tracks that are very difficult to find. I think every track should have it's domain specifically for the race track. They could be under an umbrella site for all the other activities that are at that location but if you are a racing fan, it should be easy to find.
This reminds me, I've been wanting to start a thread for racetrack websites. Now is as good a time as any.
I can't remember the last time I saw an ad for a race track. I live in Northeast Ohio and can't remember seeing any ads for Northfield in quite a while. Usually it's just for the casino.
And....based on your user name, you remember the 1980 AFC Divisional Playoff Game at Cleveland Stadium, too! I was at Cleveland Stadium for the 1989 AFC Divisional Playoff title between the Browns and Bills; a game won by the Browns 34-30, back when both teams actually played playoff games! Those days seem to be gone now!
Yes, longtime suffering Browns fan. At least we've won an NBA championship, however, nothing would be better than winning a Super Bowl.
And, don't forget the Lake Erie/Cleveland Monsters---the Calder Cup Champions!!!!!
Back to the topic. How can you get the younger adults to visit the tracks? Just talking to someone last night that went to the casino and barely knows that there is a racetrack next door. They have all these gamblers within a couple hundred yards but they are doing nothing to get them to come through the doors of the track.
When I go to Disney, after each ride they force me to walk through a gift shop. Can't believe that the tracks aren't trying to take advantage of these captive consumers.
(02-15-2017, 12:03 AM)Johnny 228 Wrote: And, don't forget the Lake Erie/Cleveland Monsters---the Calder Cup Champions!!!!!
This was a great year for Cleveland/Ohio fans. The Cavs/Indians/Monsters/Blue Jackets/Buckeyes/Youngstown State/Mount Union
Outside of the Browns, football was great in the Buckeye state this year. Maybe we'll get over the hump in the other sports. Can't wait for Draft day. Looks like another hometown hero could be coming home to QB the Browns - Mitch Trubisky from UNC went to High School in Northeast Ohio.
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Welcome to luxury living in the Silicon Desert. This two bedroom, two and a half bath high-rise condominium in the heart of Phoenix is a perfect spot for a corporate rental in this dynamic city.
Located in the heart of Phoenix' booming Mid–Town, adjacent to the Willow Historic District of Phoenix, this three–building, seven–story high–rise is centrally located along the light rail just minutes from Downtown Phoenix. Its' neighbor to the east is the Heard Museum and the Phoenix Art Museum is just one block south.
Phoenix already hosts Fortune 1000 firms such as Avnet, Freeport-McMoRan, US Airways, Republic Services, PetSmart, Apollo Group, Insight Enterprises, Pinnacle West Capital Corporation, Amkor Technology, and Swift Transportation. The medical industry close by includes St. Joseph's Hospital, Banner University Hospital, and St Luke's Hospital. Arizona State University, is nearby.
NLJ 250 law firms operate here such as Ballard Spahr, Snell & Wilmer, Lewis and Roca, and Fennemore Craig.
The nickname "Silicon Desert" is due to its rising tech influence led by Intel, Infusionsoft, and Banner Gateway, First Solar, and ON Semiconductor. This tech influx has bred great demand for short-term housing in Phoenix.
The Mid Town area is full of energy, excitement and quality living. It's a ninety second walk to the Encanto CentralAvenue Light Rail Station and quick access to Downtown Tempe, Mesa, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, the Phoenix Art Museum, Copper Square and unlimited shopping and dining. The Heard Museum is walking distance and is a highly rated collection of local Native American culture. Also walkable is the Phoenix Art Museum, the city's stellar collection of art from photography, modern, traditional, to abstract; it features both permanent and rotating collections. That's just two of twelve nearby museums or galleries. Shopping, dining, and so much more can be found at Park Central, a small shopping center just a few minutes away. Encanto Park is the spot for outdoor recreation with a fishing pond, two golf courses, a swimming pool, and baseball fields, plus Enchanted Island Amusement Park. The Mid-town and downtown areas feature lots of music festivals and live shows, great restaurants,
You'll love this luxuriously appointed, CHBO Complete two-story condo, with two gated, assigned underground parking spaces and elevator access. Tapestry on Central is a friendly community of residents who live here in a quiet HOA with 24-hour security. Residents enjoy the beautifully landscaped interior courtyard, fitness center, sauna, lap pool and spa. There's a cinema room and clubhouse too, available with a deposit.
The condo is all new; carpet, tile, furniture, linens, the works. The living room, dining room, and kitchen combine in an expansive main living space with a full upgraded sleeper bed in the sectional couch in the living room A separate AC cools this level, and a second AC system the upper level. A tall pub style table and six leather seats comprise the dining room, and the kitchen of granite counters, stainless steel appliances, and all the fixtures you need for gourmet cooking. Behind the kitchen, there's a dedicated laundry room with full washer and dryer. A bar counter pass over has two additional seats for dining, and leads to a living room equipped with comfy sectional sleeper sofa facing an LCD TV with Cox DVR cable, high speed Wi-Fi and a gas fireplace. Plus, there's a ground floor patio with seating so you can enjoy city views of this beautiful area. Upstairs, choose from the two master suites. The grand master features an en-suite bath of huge walk-in shower, garden tub, double sinks, and separate toilet. A walk-in closet and dresser provide lots of storage, and a wall mounted 55-inch LCD TV is ready for your viewing pleasure. The second master bedroom has a full bath en-suite as well and another 55" TV.
This executive condo is so beautifully furnished you'll have a tough time choosing between a pampered day staying in and exploring the fun and excitement all around Mid Town.
- Minimum Stay: 3 Months
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2.5
- Approx Sq Ft: 1500
- Managed by: Owner
- Type: Condo
- View: City View
- Parking: Parking Included
- Air Condition
- Balcony
- Elevator
- Exercise Room
- Swimming Pool
- Washer/Dryer in Unit
- WiFi
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Cross streets: Central Avenue and Encanto Blvd
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THE AUTOMATIC DETECTIVE by A. Lee Martinez
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A. Lee Martinez has got one of the most violently twisted senses of humor I've ever seen. He takes a lot of chances with his writing, and with his fans, because he never seems to write the same book twice. He builds his audience through sheer narrative drive and pacing, and he takes his readers on macabre trips and sidereal reality.
The first book I've read of his was Gil's All Fright Diner, a novel about two aging backwoods friends who happen to be a vampire and a werewolf and who end up saving the world from a zombie apocalypse (among other things). I turned every page in disbelief, but I kept turning pages.
Now he's written The Automatic Detective, and it's a brilliant, fun mash-up of 1950s science fiction and private eye pulp. Max Megaton was originally created to destroy the world, but the mad scientist that created him didn't get to finish the job, so Max was left in limbo.
Since the job of destroying the world wasn't really allowed, Max ends up becoming a cab driver and working with a talking gorilla named Yung. Max is also in therapy sessions to become a for-real citizen of Empire City, also known as Tomorrow's Town.
Martinez's imagination runs rampant through this novel. There are flying cars, weird robots, mutants, and mayhem. In short, he's written a classic science fiction serial complete with all the science fiction tropes, and he's thrown in the private eye tropes for free.
When Max's next door neighbors go missing in an act of violence and the police don't seem overly interested in figuring out what happened to them, Max decides he's gotta be the one who does the finding.
During Max's search, he runs into plenty of bad guys, including a mutant with an uncanny ability to implant subversive subroutines in Max's computer tubes, a four-armed thug, and plenty of robots that aren't quite up to Max's caliber – and a few that could double as wrecking crews.
And then there's the femme fatale: Lucia Napier, who is just divine as a foil for Max. She's got a few new designs in mind for Max, and she's not a girl who's used to getting ignored.
I loved this book. It was fun and reminded me a lot of all the old science fiction novels and movies I grew up with as a kid. I only hope that Martinez brings out a new Max Megaton investigation.


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A quick update : Launched a new project recently where I curate the best B2B Product Management jobs in India. More here
Notes from Y Combinator Library: Ideas Collection
[Original Article]() : Why Smart People Have Bad Ideas by Paul Graham My Notes: If you're going to spend years working on something, … it might be wise to spend at least a couple days considering different ideas, instead of going with the first that comes into your head Having invested time in something[idea] doesn't make it good.Read more…
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It's Apr 2019, blog version of tweets that never got posted AI & ML are still hyped up. VCs and Softbank are still pumping money in startups with negative unit economics, Uber and Lyft are listed, when is Ola relieving thier investors No clue on Global warming Electric vehicles are slowly getting adopted, but only in developed nations Cant figure out which media outlet is genuine PUBG, Fortnite, TikTok are a rage, thatcourts need to intervene Modiji is trying for PM post again Starting is business is easier than ever, but starting a viable business is also tougher than ever Software continues to eat the world AI is coming
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I like what Zomato is doing with their Product. I like their mission "to ensure that nobody has a bad meal"[1]. Zomato today serves millions of users across cities/countries. It is my go to app to find a place to eat, when I go to new place and of course also when I am at home to learn about and try new places.Read more…
CES - yearly tech overload started yesterday and it's just fascinating to see the stream of announcements and launches that happen there. While a few of them do eventually make to market , some of them are plain concepts to get industry feedback.Read more…
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2017 is the year when AI & ML almost became integral part of every product/service built by major tech companies (AFGAM). At the same time there is another trend, where people predict that AI will eventually start replacing humans and we should start to learn to live alongside AI (robots) at work and home.Read more…


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Banner Elk, NC--In the final Conference Carolinas regular season match of the year, the men's tennis team took a 5-0 win in a weather shortened match over the visiting Pfeiffer Falcons Sunday afternoon improving their league record to 6-3 and knotting their season record at 11-11. The Falcons fall to 4-4 in the conference and 7-6 overall.
The Lees-McRae Bobcats, out to win their fourth consecutive match, began the day by sweeping the Falcons in doubles action. The only close contest came in No. 1 doubles where freshman Nandor Solymosi (Drebecen, Hungary) and Alek Mojski (Berlin, Germany) outlasted Johan de Wit/Philip Lawson 9-7. Both the second and third flights where decided by 8-2 scores in favor of the Bobcats. Shaun Sumner (Burlington, NC) teamed up with Travis VanHoy (Union Grove, NC) at the two, while the Gold Coast, Australia native Blair Propert played with regional player Romulus Teague (Hickory, NC) at the three.
In singles action only the No. 1 and 2 flights played in the weather-shortened contest. The Bobcats' Solymosi defeated Philip Lawson 6-4, 6-1 in the first slot, while Alek Mojski won a 6-1, 6-3 contest over AJ Flores at the two to seal the victory for the Bobcats. Mojski finished the year 8-1 in league play.
The Bobcats hope to carry the momentum gained in the last week into the Conference Carolinas Tournament April 18-20. The tournament, hosted by Erksine College, will be held at Sumter Tennis Center in Sumter, SC with matchups to be announced by conference officials later this week.
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"Sue has been our instructor for many years now and has helped us through lots of dramas and problems. Always calm and cheerful and always putting the horses best interest first. Sue has an uncanny knack of spotting the smallest of details and can suggest little changes that can have a huge effect on both horse and rider. Her lessons are always interesting and good fun (even in the pouring rain!) - she has so much experience and knowledge to draw on. Sue is very inventive-using simple, everyday "tools" and ideas, with great results. She is both a wonderful teacher and a very good friend."
Anne and Lyndsey Schaller
"I have had the pleasure of knowing Sue for a number of years now, what started out as instructor / client relationship has developed into one of advisor / business owner.
Sue has deepened my understanding of my horses resulting in improved performances and results. Her method of teaching, both on the horse or on the ground, empowers you as a rider/handler and I really feel I have aquired a tool kit of skills and techniques that I can adapt and utilise to suit various horses and situations.
Lately Sue has been a source of valued support to me as I set up my own business involving horses to help rehabilitate traumatised and abused young people. She continues to advise on all things equine as it is this information that our psychotherapists use to help our clients."
Kirsty Adamson
Horse Power Scotland
Sue has completely inspired me in all aspects of horsemanship. Especially dressage. Her natural teaching ability, vision and constructive positive attitude have been life-changing. She has a clear, calm, structured teaching programme which is tailored to each horse no matter what age or breed. She believed in me and my horse and encouraged me to reach for levels I never imagined possible
Flora Mackinnon-Pryde
Really impressed with Sue's empathetic way of training. Her manner is calm and approachable and she is always constructive in her critique of horse and rider. I feel that she gives me the tools to go away and work on improvements in between lessons. As such, I have noticed big improvements in both my horses.
Helen Higham
I'm a complete beginner. Sue has taught me from scratch even to tack up and get on my pony. I have regular lessons with her and can't tell how much I enjoy them. Sue has the patience of a saint she motivates and gives me confidence I've learnt so much since I met her, I wouldn't have anyone else teach me. I've also taken part in a number of 1 day courses which I thoroughly enjoyed , very professional but also very welcoming and friendly. I can't rate Sue high enough
Anne McCracken
I have lessons with Sue regularly and get so much out of each one. She is excellent at assessing horse/rider and explains corrections in a simple and easy to understand manner so it's easy to replicate when on your own.
Arwin Ogilvy
As a teacher, Sue is just amazing. She teaches in such a calm and controlled way, it makes you ride in a calm and controlled way! I leave every lesson I have with her on such a high and she has really helped build my confidence.....if I could have a lesson every day with Sue I would! Can't recommend her enough!
Lyndsey Ward
Lessons with Sue are the highlight of my week! Very patient with me and my rogue ponies - since having your help my confidence has soared :) Would always leave a lesson with lots of homework and both ponies and myself have come on leaps and bounds.
Highly recommend Sue, i can't begin to thank you enough for everything.
Mickaela Mackinnon
Sue has a great knack of making you feel relaxed and positive. She can pinpoint what is needing taught and listens to your needs and your horses too. Her method of teaching is both enlightening and creative fitting very much to you and how you are riding on that day. Cannot recommend her highly enough. Because she rides different types of horses herself I think that makes her a very astute teacher
Eleanor Gauld
"I met you in Cupar when I was doing the Equine assisted development course with Kirsty and Claire. You visited me then to give me advice with regards to my horse's behaviour.
Each time I was impressed with your calmness, quiet confidence and understanding of equine behaviour.
I thought your approach to horses is impressive and I wish you could sell yourself in a bottle. "
Claudia Hamilton
"Sue has been teaching me for the past two years. Her knowledge, commitment and dedication have not only progressed myself and my mare onto working at a good Elementary Dressage level, but helped me to gain control with our show jumping, and really opened my eyes to the value of groundwork in all aspects of dealing with horses. Can't thank her enough!"
Sara Stevens and Annie!
"Sue has helped me with my 2 very different mares, always encouraging, positive and enthusiastic. She has a calm and sympathetic approach to training horses and riders ; it is always inspiring to watch her train her own variety horses and follow their progress together."
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Post Tenebras Lux; After Darkness, Light!
Thanks for stopping by and don't be a stranger, sit down and join me while we reform our culture through the power of The Word.
I am a firm believer that in order to change our culture it is not about changing the condition of the environment, it's about changing the heart.
God's Church doesn't stay in a building, the church is active in and out of the building. I believe if we are to shape our culture with our gifts and abilities, we need to go back to the Word. Shape our craft with the Christian Worldview. And only then will there be light after darkness.


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History of AP
Amour Partagé is a unique, upscale and powerful style of training for those interested in the Domination and submissive lifestyle and/or BDSM. AP was formed in the 1950's in Europe with a structure and teaching style that was developed to offer an environment that promotes growth for both parties and a training platform that is safe, healthy, and immersive.
AP is rooted in a rich history, with strict attention to tradition. Many of these traditions are valuable and beautiful, and continue to influence the growth of AP. However, with a new generation rising to govern AP – including a new head of the board – AP is changing to take into account modern needs and contemporary alternative lifestyles. These changes will not only help AP to flourish in the 21st century but make AP available as resource to a wider audience.
Why AP is different
Many of the mainstream paths that exist today possess harmful elements that have marred popular perception of a true D/s relationship. While indeed some paths embrace a more intense approach and both parties seek that impact, this does not mean it should be done in a harmful or degrading manner. In some paths, it is believed that the submissive party should be torn down to be nothing more than a sexual toy or a pet. This notion does not apply to a submissive at all, but rather more of a slave. Though not without its place, for most submissives this approach is not productive or fruitful and can have a lasting negative impact on the submissive's life.
To clarify, Amour Partage supports simple pet and slave scenarios, but those elements are not part of the foundation within a D/s relationship. There is a healthy and harmful way to do just about anything.
AP training includes the development of ones own character and spirit. It requires dedication and commitment and is not designed for the bedroom Dom/sub relationship. Further, this training is not designed to feed fetish and kink aspects alone.
All Master Trainers in Amour Partagé are required to have a background in psychology. This is one unique characteristic you will typically not find in mainstream training programs.
Regardless of which role you possess, everyone must learn the basics of submission. There is no Dom/Domme in Amour Partage that has not been trained to embrace the aspects of a submissive role. To guide one, means to know one. This does not mean the Dom/Domme IS a sub. It merely means that the Dom/Domme learns to see from the perspective of a sub, which makes them a better Dom/Domme.
Amour Partage does not recognize the role of a switch. It is believed that every person's balance weighs towards a dominant or submissive nature. Therefore, you are trained to develop your stronger characteristic, which in turn will be more rewarding.
Another important focus to recognize within AP training is the emphasis on spirit, energy and self development. Self examination is a requirement of AP; you will learn to see yourself fully and to work through blocks you may have created based past experience. While training, you will overcome your weaknesses and build upon your strengths.
Another focus is on dealing with the issues which sometimes arise in a relationship. Most often when issues develop between a Dom/Domme and sub it is due to both being at different levels and different understandings on what exactly each party wants and needs. AP tackles that to help a sub connect with a Dom/Domme that meets that balance and vice versa.
Many members of AP have commented that training was a more spiritual experience than in mainstream D/s. There is a focus on meditation and the connection between partners and truly connecting with each other whether for lifestyle, scenes, etc.
How to get started
This is a very basic introduction into Amour Partage. For a complete Introduction session which will dive much deeper into AP and offer the chance for you to explore if AP is right for you, please visit our Vetting page to get started.


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Tofu Noodle Soup
Ingredients for 4 portions
Per portion: 1699 kJ / 406 kcal
Preparation time: 1h
Wash and trim the mushrooms, bring the vegetable stock to the boil and cook the mushrooms and kombu for approx. 15 minutes with the lid on. Remove from the heat and leave to stand at room temperature for another 30 minutes. Remove the mushrooms and kombu and place the mushrooms aside.
Dice the tofu and dip it in the flour until all sides are covered. Peel and crush the garlic. Thoroughly wash the spinach and spin dry. Heat the oil in a pan, fry the tofu until golden brown on all sides and remove. Fry the garlic and spinach in the cooking juices for 2-3 minute, then add the Teriyaki Sauce and stir.
Cook the noodles according to the pack instructions. Thoroughly wash the bean sprouts. Place the noodles, mushrooms, tofu, spinach and bean sprouts in bowls. Bring the stock to the boil again. Pour it over the content of the bowls and serve the Tofu Noodle Soup.
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After more than a week of negotiations, President Obama and fellow Democrats in Congress seem no closer to making a budget deal with Republicans in Congress that would avoid sending the U.S. over the fiscal cliff in January, when a $500 billion combination of tax hikes and spending cuts could throw the economy back into a recession. The president is vowing not to sign any deal that doesn't end income tax breaks for households making more than $250,000. Republicans have softened their opposition to tax increases, but they still want to raise the money by changing tax rules instead of raising rates. They also are pushing for Democrats to go along with deeper cuts in spending, including for Medicare and Social Security. Whose fault will it be if the president and Congress can't cut a deal? A recent Pew poll said more Americans would blame Republicans. Is that fair, or are Democrats in Congress to blame? What about the president? Talk about it!
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Helpful Tips on How to Clean Tile Grout
If you've ever done some radical kitchen or bathroom renovations, you have probably handled the task of installing new tiles. People tend to think mostly about how the size, colour, and design will be incorporated into the room they are purchasing the tiles for. The functional side of things, like maintenance, often times is overlooked. Don't get the wrong idea, tiles only need a few wipes with a paper towel to get all shiny again but grout, on the other hand, can be a major pain to keep clean. We are not talking only from a cleanliness point of view. Imagine this situation:
You have splurged on some fancy designer bathroom tiles. Over time the small spaces between the beautiful plates get all grey and icky. Now what? The amazing tiles don't look half as good with all the disgusting dirt around them. But what if we told you that grout cleaning is as easy as a snap of the fingers? Here are some maintenance tips on how to clean grout and enjoy a fresh looking (and smelling) bathroom.
So, if you:
- Are struggling to clean your tile grout;
- Are looking for tips on removing limescale and mould;
- Want to know more about regular grout maintenance,
Then look no further! This article will answer your questions.
How to clean tile grout
Still, despite having a daily cleaning routine, things like body oils and soap scum won't leave your bathroom tiles alone. Follow the next steps on how to clean tile grout with a DIY detergent that you can create only with the use of 3 ingredients laying around your kitchen:
- Find supplies – a small container, a sponge and a soft brush (old toothbrush works as well). It's important the brush is not abrasive, so metal brushes are a no-no.
- Prepare DIY cleaning paste – in the container mix together baking soda, hydrogen peroxide and maybe dish soap, depending on how dirty your grout is.
- Wipe surface – before applying of the cleaning solution, wipe the grout with a damp cloth. The point is to remove any particles of dirt, dust or even toothpaste. This will make the cleaning a little bit easier later on.
- Wet the area – before applying the product, make the cleaning area wet using a sponge.
- Apply cleaning solution – give the solution some 30 minutes to break down the layer of dirt. This principle applies for commercial products such as Cif as well.
- Scrub – this sounds straightforward, but remember to rinse the bush. The point is not to redistribute the dirt.
- Rinse – one you're done with cleaning your grout, wipe up the mess with a sponge. This is so no dirty cleaning agent remains.
How to remove limescale from tile grout
You have probably seen the milky white deposit on your drain, shower head or in your toilet. Because of its chalky-like texture, limescale is harder to spot on grout, but believe us – it's there. Limescale is harder to remove than mould or soap scum and can lead to tile discolouration. But don't panic, not all is lost. Keep reading to learn how to remove limescale from tile grout and combat discolouration.
How to remove limescale from shower grout
This method of cleaning looks a bit like a science project. Stir up equal amounts of vinegar and baking soda. The concoction will start to fuzz up a little bit. When vinegar and baking soda are mixed together, an acid-based reaction occurs. This is exactly what you want – acid eats through insoluble calcium carbonate which is the main component that forms limescale. Smear the mush on the grout and let it sit there for about ten minutes. After that, use a toothbrush and with circling motions "exfoliate" the surface with the paste. It's like a spa treatment for your tiles. Repeat the process if needed and wash away the excess with clean water.
Ways to remove tile and grout discolouration
If limescale gets in contact with certain types of metal that can be found in hard water, it develops a rusty, brownish or green colour. If you are not a fan of those hues decorating your bathroom, you can opt for bleach or tile cleaning detergents to lighten the stained spots. Keep in mind that you first have to get rid of any scale residue before application. Another solution is to try another home-made recipe. It requires combining lemon with borax and a lot of scrubbing. Still, there is no guarantee that the stains will come out.
How to remove mould from grout the fast and easy way
Cleaning mould from grout is far from an enjoyable experience but it is a necessary one because mould spores are known to be harmful to your health. Inhaling fungi fragments can lead to nasal congestion, coughing, and throat irritation. Here is how to remove mould from your bathroom tiles:
- Fill a spray bottle with warm water and section-spray all the areas where you see mould.
- Use a cloth or a brush to scrub the damped surface.
- If the fungi are on the stubborn side, spray the affected area with a mixture made of equal parts distilled white vinegar and water. Allow the cleaning solution to sit for about 30 minutes.
- Scrub the surface with a bristle brush.
- Wash away all of the dirt that came out with clean water.
- Dry out the grout with a clean towel.
Pointers on how to use grout sealer and the benefits of black coloured fillers
Seal the grout
When you install new tiles, always makes sure to seal the grout. Grout sealer keeps moisture from getting underneath the tiles. But why do you have to take this extra step? Doesn't grout act like a barrier by itself? Well, yes and no. Grout is used for a bit of extra reinforcement and can help your floor tiles look uniformed. On its own, it doesn't do a good job of preventing liquids from entering. One of the main components in grout pastes is sand, which is porous. So once the grout is applied and has settled, any sort of moisture gets sucked right in. That's why sealants are so important.
However, sealant pastes are a major pain to apply. The process itself is easy, you just have to fill all existing grout lines. Ok, now imagine you have to go around tiles that are 10x10cm in size with a microscopic paint brush. Sounds more like a punishment than anything else. For cases like these, opt for a spray sealant. Of course, bigger tiles compared to mosaic-like ones are an absolute joy to work on. They take half the time to seal.
Use black grout
At the end of the day, no matter how much you try to keep your bathroom grout looking new as if you just applied it, staining and discolouration will most likely occur. If you want a general solution to the problem, go for a dark coloured tile filling. It is less likely to change colour and it does a good job of concealing dirt and grime.
Usage of dark grout is also an interesting moderate twist interior-wise as opposed to just having a plain white wall of tiles. You can go for a black filling with black tiles and give your space a more edgy look or pick traditional light plates for a more substantial approach.
Make sure to clean your bathroom on a regular basis
Every single day after you take a bath or a shower, you have to make sure to wipe the whole area with the squeegee. Tiles, glass walls, shower screens and doors, you name it. Practically everywhere you spot excess water, you got to remove as much as possible. It's quite the tedious task but it will save you a lot of back pain in the future.
After you've made sure everything is wiped away properly, spray the areas with a daily shower cleaner. This will keep your bathroom tiles clean for a longer period of time, plus bonus points – it will smell fresh.
Benefits of regular tile and grout maintenance
As you can see, prevention is key when it comes to cleaning grout. Spending a few minutes a day to make sure there is no excess moisture in your bathroom, later on, can really make a difference in your overall grout maintenance routine. You'll see that with a bit of repetition the pesky task can transform into a healthy habit.
You get to enjoy your shiny new tiles longer
To get the shiny effect, most tiles are glazed with a special paste which prevents dirt and grime from settling in. If the surface is not properly maintained, that glaze gets destroyed and filth has a chance to penetrate. To preserve your tiles, make sure to clean them regularly.
You'll have an allergen-free home
Mould is definitely something you don't want living in your house. It can make your home look unkempt and it's bad for your health. Fungi can trigger a number of allergies that can affect your respiratory system. Make a habit to clean your tiles and grout as often as possible, so you don't find yourself sneezing and coughing without any apparent reason.
You'll develop a healthy habit that will keep your bathroom always nice and tidy
Tile and grout cleaning is not how you want to spend your day. Even more than that, if you do it the wrong way, there is a chance to do more harm, than help. In some cases, in the attempt to scrub out the dirt from the grout, you can actually push filth into the surface you are working on, and make the grout line look even ickier. To combat that, make a habit of preventing mould, soap residue or limescale spots to get out of hand. We can't stress this enough – clean bathroom tiles and grout as frequently as you can.
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- You can make a homemade cleaning solution using baking soda, hydrogen peroxide and dish soap.
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- Use grout sealer to prevent moisture from getting underneath the tiles.
- When it comes to grout cleaning, prevention is important.
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Welcome to EmpowHER. Thank you for reaching out to our community.
I am confused by what you mean by "bite is moving up your arm".
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4 Bedroom Residential Property in Silverthorne, Colorado
- 4 Beds
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- 1,882 SqFt
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Silverthorne, Colorado
UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY TO OWN TWO DUPLEXES comprising of 12 Bedrooms and 8.5 Bathrooms where you can live, rent and have flexibility of how you want to operate this property for rental income and/or personal use. True LOG CONSTRUCTION with a mountain cabin feel where hiking trails are out the backdoor. Centrally located to enjoy all that Summit County offers including easy access to 4 Ski Resorts..35 minutes to Vail, CO. Lake Dillon Marina is 10 minutes away...Gross Rental Income $160,000-$180,000.
S1012057 is a residential property located in Wildernest Sub, Silverthorne, COLORADO. This duplex home is located at 231-232 North Side Circle, 80498, and features 12.0 bedrooms and 8.5 bathrooms throughout 7103 square feet. Found in the Wildernest/silverthorne area, the location is close to a variety of amenities. Built in 1982, this property for sale is listed at $3,195,000.00.
Cable Tv, District Sewer, District Water, Electricity, Gas
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I began my professional career as a consultant in 1992, assuming a wide variety of technical, project management, and marketing roles for diverse businesses, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to mom & pop shops.
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Tips to Choosing Reliable Home Cleaning Service
The best way to have your home clean and elegant is by involving a professional residential cleaning company. More so to those who rarely get time to do it by themselves, there are reason why this is the soundest approach to apply. With so many players in the home cleaning market segment, it is wise to equip yourself with the best approach of hiring the right man for the job.
At the end of it all, what you yearn for and what you want the resources you spend hiring a home cleaning service provider is cleaning job that is very well done. All you want is a house that is very well cleaned even to the areas which you barely clean. To know that the company which you are just about to contract has requisite skills to handle your cleaning project, start by ensuring that it has a sound track record in the current cleaning industry. The company should be dedicated to offering cleaning services to the full client satisfaction. Talk of the nooks which are hardly cleaned using the DIY approach, the tiles and its grout, the shiny walls, the windows and curtains, doors, veranda and so on should be left spotless.
Professional residential cleaning company will always render customized cleaning approach. Homes are different and so are their cleaning needs. In fact it is upon examining the cleaning needs of your home that they give you the charges of the entire project; they don't just guess rates and figures. This is a show of accountability because they show that they are accountable for every cent which they charge you. Considering that it is your project, they give you a chance to chip in; they can as well include that idea which you want to e included in the cleaning project. They will then guide you accordingly. This is the reason why it is paramount for you to understand all your cleaning needs before you engage a professional residential cleaning company.
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Redefining Beauty: Meet Heather G.
Meet Heather - a long time Trusst customer, who was introduced to our brand by her husband when he found out we were looking for product testers. Knowing Heather's frustration with finding bras that fit, he emailed us to sign her up. Heather is the fourth customer we are featuring through our Redefining Beauty campaign. Like others, Heather challenges the traditional perceptions of what beauty is and what it stands for. To redefine beauty means to express yourself - however it resonates to you in your life.
Heather works part time as a pediatric speech-language pathologist in Pittsburgh. She also loves to work out; she recently started lifting weights and really enjoys seeing the results in her muscle tone. Heather also spends a lot of time with her two daughters, who she brought to the shoot at our studio. They love to paint, color, dance, read, or go on family field trips to places like the Aviary or museums.
Hear more from our interview with Heather:
Trusst: What is your favorite thing about the brand and/or products?
Heather: I love the comfort and support. No lumps. No "quadroboobs." No pulling up the straps all day.
Trusst: How have Trusst bras changed your life?
Heather: I used to order my bras from overseas because they didn't sell my size in the stores. It's really expensive to return bras overseas if they don't fit. Then I ordered from Amazon. A little better, but still. They fit and I didn't have to stuff myself into a Victoria Secret DD, that they insisted was my size cause it was as big as they had, and they were a game changer at the time, but my boobs just look so much better in Trusst bras, especially the Suzanne. My absolute favorite. I feel confident in a somewhat fitted shirt because I'm not worried about having lumps or being lopsided.
Trusst: What does beauty mean to you?
Heather: So many things can be beautiful. A song, a story, nature, a painting. A person can be beautiful in a standard beauty sort of way, but a person can also become beautiful because you love them, or because they are hilarious, or because of some quirky "flaw," or because of confidence. I think that my daughters are the most beautiful things in the world. They are these fully formed tiny humans with giggles, and silliness and seriousness and thoughtfulness. And some serious confidence. My oldest daughter once announced, while twirling, "I'm the most beautiful girl in the world!"
Trusst was founded by women who challenged the traditional stereotypes of bra design - through engineering, physics, and product design that is not typically seen in the lingerie industry. However, that passion for challenge extends further than just through design; it resonates in the way you live your life as well as the way you perceive yourself and others around you.
We will continue to share stories of other women like Heather who are redefining beauty. And we welcome you to share yours as well! Email us at email@example.com or share photos and tag us with #trusstyourself and #redefiningbeauty and we'll feature you in an upcoming blog post.
Thanks for all of YOUR support of our brand and mission - we wouldn't be here without you.


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eCommerce Analyst with SEO knowledge
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eCommerce Agency from Warsaw is looking for eCommerce Analysts for Digital Hub.
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1. eBook Edition
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- 40 pages
- 8.5 x 11 inches
3. Hardcover Edition
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Target Audience:
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Children's book, Dog, Boy, Giant, puppies, family, belonging
The Chair by the Side of the Road
Adrian Hawaleshka
Outside the village, a HUMONGOUS empty chair sat at the side of the road. The villagers tell stories of a nice little boy, Luka, the son of the grocer, who became a giant. Every year he grew twice as big as the year before and the villagers, who were only two feet tall, worried that he would destroy their village. They built a house in the woods and a big chair for him where he could sit by the road and do no damage. Luka was miserable sitting by himself but one day a big dog came along and changed everything!
This is a story of how it feels to be on the outside looking in... about the frustration that comes when you feel 'different'... and how the love of family can give you strength.
Luka shows us that family can come in many forms... even in the shape of a humongous dog!
About the Author
A life-long Manitoban, Adrian has been writing for as long as he can remember. The inspiration for this children's book came from playing with his nephew Maksym. There is a large chair by the side of a highway in Manitoba that had been placed there as a part of an engineering project at the University of Manitoba. When Maksym was three, he was terrified of it. He asked, "Who sits in it? Why is he watching me?" As Adrian drove past that chair every summer on the way to the beach in Gimli, he kept asking himself, "Who does sit in that chair?" With the birth of his son Luka and the support of his wife Joleen, Adrian decided to write his first children's book. He sincerely hopes you like it.
About the Illustrator
Natasha Boone comes from the west coast of Canada but now lives in Winnipeg, Manitoba with her husband, son, over-sized dog and elderly cat. Natasha has always loved doodling and is still most happy when putting pencil to paper. For more examples of her work, please visit her at natashaboone.blogspot.com or contact her at email@example.com
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July 5, 2005
Austria gets Iranian tongue lashing
[editor's note: this post was "pasted" in — it appeared originally at the old Dawson's Danube site, which is archived here.]
The reputable and freely-elected government of Iran apparently called in the Austrian ambassador to complain about reports from Austria that the president-elect, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, may have been involved in the 1989 murder of three Kurds in Austria. From Die Presse:
[Green Party MP Peter Pilz] apparently passed on a statement from an Iranian exile in France, with whom he has contact, to the [Austrian anti-terrorism office], Pilz said at a Tuesday press conference. According to this witness, Ahmadinejad belonged to an operations commando that carried out the assassinations.


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Social Workers
Contacting a school social worker often is a first step in seeking assistance when you don't know where else to turn. If you're not sure who to call and would like to talk with someone confidentially, please contact us.
- Crisis Intervention
- Chemical Health Information and Referral
- Support Service Coordination
- Mediation
- Support Groups
- Staff Consultation and Support
- Mindfulness Class
Computer Equity Project
We offer the "Computer Equity Project", which has been developed to help merge the gap between students who have access to technology at home with those that do not. Computers that are cycled out of Wayzata Public Schools are refurbished and offered to students who qualify for the devices. In order to qualify, students must first meet with a Wayzata High School social worker and an application form must be submitted.
This project is designed to increase student achievement and technology by expanding and enhancing access to technology. Students must keep the issued computer and understand that Wayzata Public Schools is not responsible for upkeep or maintenance. Recipients must provide their own transportation of the equipment to their home, access to software, technical support and internet access.
Computers are refurbished by students under the supervision of Tyler Shepard, Associate Principal. If you have any questions, contact a social worker.
Low Cost Internet
To qualify for $9.95 a month internet service and a low-cost computer, your household must meet all these criteria:
- Be located where Comcast offers internet service
- Have at least one child receiving free school lunches through the National School Lunch Program
- Have not subscribed to Comcast Internet service within the last 90 days
- Not have an overdue Comcast bill or unreturned equipment
How to apply:
Call 1-855-8-INTERNET (1-855-846-8376) to request an application.
Comcast will mail you an application. Complete and return it, along with lunch program documents from your child's school.
Comcast will notify you by mail about the status of your application. Allow 7-10 days for a response.
Once you are approved, Comcast will mail you a welcome package with everything you need to set up your Internet service and receive our free internet training. If you choose to purchase a low-cost computer, your welcome package will provide details.
Mindfulness Classes
Mindfulness classes will be offered each term. The seven session class will meet on Wednesdays during the last 40 minutes of class and will rotate between 1st, 2nd, 4th blocks and MyTime.
Mindfulness – non-judgmental, present-moment awareness – is a powerful, research-based practice that can help teens reduce stress and anxiety, and improve focus and concentration. The mindfulness class consists of seven sessions in which students will learn basic mindfulness practices and develop strategies for self-care and stress reduction. Topics will also include: working with difficult thoughts and emotions, managing test anxiety and cultivating kindness and empathy. The class is open to all interested students and will be taught by Sarah Rudell Beach, a former WHS teacher and Mindful Schools Certified Instructor.
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Travel marketers face a ton of new challenges. First and foremost, many competing marketers vying for visitors, which make it more difficult for consumers to decide. How could you possibly compete? To start, check out these new travel marketing trends and how you could leverage them to your advantage through a destination marketing application or widget.
People Are Now Conducting More Searches Before Booking AnythingConsumers now prefer shorter research sessions instead of longer research sessions. In turn, marketers feel the pressure of being always on top of SERPs, even if the possibility of getting these people to convert is low. If you want to take advantage of this trend but only have a limited budget, be very selective regarding whom and when to show your ads.
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People Prefer Their Smartphones for Booking and BuyingAccording to Google, conversion rates have increased up to 88% on mobile websites in the previous year. But Google also states that this percentage should be higher because according to mobile searchers, they switched devices for completing their booking instead of staying on their mobile device. The solution is a destination marketing application or widget that could scale to fit all types of screen sizes. Additionally, if your mobile conversion rates are low, you can reorganize your mobile landing pages. The main takeaway is—once a prospective visitor is prepared to book a service, make it as effortless and seamless as possible for them, regardless of which type of device they're using.Put simply, understand these marketing trends and look for new ways to use them in your marketing plan. Rather than just telling people to "avail of this promo now" or "book now", take advantage of marketing to acquire warmer leads and get the opportunity to convert those who are still undecided.


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For the purpose of Upper Limb rehabilitation, the use of mechanical and robot assisted rehabilitation the rapiesarenota new concept. Such system sallow patients to perform the rapies with minimalorno assistance. The complexity of such systems vary from being as simple as a custom made bars to highly so phisticated roboticexo skeletons. The advancement of robotics and motor control mechanisms has fueled interest in this domain and we see a lot of development in the field of robot assisted rehabilitation with in a comparatively short span of time. This paper presents a review and tabulates the results of a few selected rehabilitation devices. The devices include mechanical as well as intelligent robotics based rehabilitation devices.
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I think I'm finally going to do it…I'm going to delete the old blog, the one hosted by blogspot. I know most of you didn't even know it was still there, but a few of you make it here that way (so my stats page tells me) so I thought I would give you fair warning so you can fix your blogrolls before it's gone altogether.
So I guess Sunday will be the day. That's two full days, which should be plenty. By the end of the day Sunday, the blogspot address will no longer exist.
Why, you ask? For one, it's pointless to stay there. I transferred all the old posts here when I started this blog, so it's not like I want to keep it to remember all those early posts. Also, I'm considering using PicasaWeb as my new flickr-like picture sharing site because of how easy it is to get pictures from Picasa online, since I use Picasa anyway. But my PicasaWeb site automatically includes pictures from my blogger blogs. It seems that is the site that hosts the photos. If I share that page with family, they will be able to see pictures from ALL my blogger blogs. Yup, even the old Afterthoughts.
So if I want the site to be shareable with family, Afterthoughts at blogger needs to go. Of course, I'm only going by theory that deleting the blog will delete that album from my page. It's the only way I can find to get rid of it, so I'm going to try it. Like I said, it's not serving any purpose by taking up its little corner of space on the web.
So Sunday it is. Fix those blogrolls now if you've been as lazy about that as I have been about cleaning up behind myself.


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