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Image Source: Charlie Foster
I often hear people say things like "I'm not great at communicating because my dad never showed me love" or "My mum always told me I would never amount to anything, so I struggle with intimacy as I don't want to get hurt."
The fact is we all know communication and intimacy play a vital role in the health of a relationship. And if we know that these things are a challenge for us, then we need to start to think about how we can address the hurdles that stand in the way of greater closeness and intimacy.
Don't get me wrong. I understand and empathise with how painful and difficult these experiences can be for someone. But as a relationship specialist what I am really interested in is this: what are you going to do about it?
One of the most important elements in the success of a long-term relationship, one with connection, intimacy and chemistry, is the degree to which we each take responsibility for the way we experience the world and our emotional response to it.
And to be honest, most of us aren't great at this.
What often ends up happening is that an expectation also develops that one partner should help the other work through an issue and essentially play the role of an intimate therapist.
Let me tell you, more often than not this is a number one relationship killer. And in my role as a relationship specialist I see it happening all too often.
It's an understandably easy trap for people to fall into; their partner is there, they are sympathetic, listening and supportive. And obviously from time to time, we all need to offer that nurturing support to each other in our low moments.
If a low moment or challenge is persisting however and the person experiencing this is not doing anything proactive to deal with it, other than leaning on their partner when their stuff comes up, this can place intolerable strain on a relationship.
The partner being the sounding board starts to tire of the role, of hearing the same thing over and over again without any positive change or progression. They begin to feel resentful of always being the supportive one (then in turn feel guilty for that resentment) and the respect for their partner diminishes, which then has a huge impact on the intimacy, connection and chemistry. It's like a ripple effect, fanning out into every area of the relationship.
Too often I see clients in relationships with this dynamic, struggling under the burden of resentment, exhaustion and strain. They don't feel that they can tell their partner how they feel without triggering accusations of heartlessness and blame and so they just feel stuck and overwhelmed.
We can't always control what happens to us in our lives, but the good news is that – while it may not feel like it at the beginning – we do have the ability to master and ultimately control our emotional responses to painful and traumatic experiences that threaten to define us.
It brings to mind a quote from the Dalai Lama: "Happiness is not something ready made. It comes from your own actions".
Taking responsibility for our own emotional wellbeing means that we understand that it is our job to deal with a personal issue, especially if it is impacting negatively on our lives. It is up to us to seek some outside help, be it in the form of reading or talking to someone.
Remember we are here to empower one another, inspire each other, to challenge the status quo and to grow together. But we cannot fix each other.
The challenge is there for the taking: you have the power to choose positive, therapeutic action for your own emotional wellbeing. While the going may seem hard, the rewards will be profound. Not just for you, but for those closest to you.

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|Nancy Mock
Department of Global Health Systems and Development Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine
|Nancy Mock currently serves as the director of the Tulane Center for International Resource Development, and is a tenured associate professor in the department at the Tulane School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine. As center director, she is responsible for the development and management of international projects valued at over 4.5 million dollars annually. She has nearly twenty years of international experience in health sector program design and research. Current projects include: a) the Support for Analysis and Research in Africa (SARA) Project, this project is designed to improve the gathering, generation, synthesis and dissemination of information about common health problems and emerging social issues in Africa in an effort to improve the efficiency of the health and social sectors, and b) Complex Emergency Response and Transition Initiative (CERTI), a crisis coordination project that aims to prevent and mitigate conflict, improve timely and appropriate response, and offers support to populations affected by conflict in transition. In addition, she is currently involved in the development of a school of public health in Rwanda. Mock has field experience in all major geographic regions of the developing world, is fluent in French and competent in Spanish.
|Research Interest
|Complex emergencies and disasters management; program evaluation; managing the development process Rose, D., Chotard, S., Oliveira, L., Mock, N., & Limbombo, M. (2008). A comparative evaluation of dietary indicators used in food consumption assessments of at-risk populations. Food and Nutrition Bulletin, 29(2), 113-122. Bhuiyan, A. R., Chen, W., Srinivasan, S. R., Rice, J., Mock, N., Tang, R., et al. (2008). Interaction of C825T polymorphism of G-protein â3 subunit gene and G894T polymorphism of Nitric Oxide synthase gene on carotid artery intima-media thickness in young adults: The Bogalusa Heart Study. Am J Hypertens, 21(8), 917-921. Mock, N., & Garfield, R. (2007). Health tracking for improved humanitarian performance. Journal of Prehospital and Disaster Medicine, 22(5), 377-383. Lobb, A., & Mock, N. (2007). Dialogue is destiny: managing the message in humanitarian action. Journal of Prehospital and Disaster Medicine, 22(5), 425-433. Bhuiyan, A. R., Chen, W., Srinivasan, S. R., Rice, J., Mock, N., Tang, R., et al. (2007). G-6A polymorphism of angiotensinogen gene modulates the effect of blood pressure on carotid intima-media thickness: The Bogalusa Heart Study. Am J Hypertens, 20(10),1073-1078.


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|Brynwood Needleworks - Scarf Neck Cardigan
Another project on the Christmas List "Finished" pile!
This was made from the Swoon pattern "Scarf Neck Cardigan" (FREE at Swoon (Click HERE for the sewing patterns page and scroll to bottom.)
|Brynwood Needleworks - Scarf Neck Cardigan Fabric
I used a luscious lycra/jersey knit blend purchased from Nancy's Notions a couple of years ago. I bought it to make t-shirts, but it was perfect for this project. It has a wonderful drape for a cardigan.
|Brynwood Needleworks - Scarf Neck Cardigan French Seams
All the seams are finished as French seams so there are no exposed edges. All that was left to do was turn the ham and top stitch.
It's a beautiful, soft and comfortable fabric that's almost fleecy on the inside (but much less bulky). I think the recipient will be able to wear it any time of year, and it'll pair with anything from jeans to dress slacks, skirt or a perfect LBD (Little Black Dress). I can't wait to hear what she thinks of it.
Today is my "deadline" day. I have two projects left before I can wrap and package everything that needs to be there by Christmas. I have a few other projects to make to ship, but it's not necessary that they be there by Christmas Day. I can finish those and ship next week to arrive later.
Grandson's jammies and one other gift are what I need to finish today. Gotta run. I'll be in The Workshop!


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Today's post comes from Jeff Evans (Olympia, WA) one of GigMasters' talented magicians. The topic is one that should be close to the hearts of performers and party pros of all types: getting great client testimonials.
You already know that client feedback is vital to your success on GigMasters. What we haven't yet mentioned is that it is also crucial to your overall success in this business.
Jeff knows that you won't get anywhere without happy clients and he was kind enough to share some of his tips for getting those all important client reviews:
I love getting client reviews because they help sell me to other prospects. It's always better when someone else tells the world how great you are!
In the "old" days, clients would write letters of recommendation on their letterhead and mail them. I still have several, dating back to 1991. I'd copy them and include them in my profile. Quotes could be lifted from these letters and used in brochures.
How do you receive relevant quotes? Simply ask a thrilled client, "Can you write a testimonial for me? I'd especially appreciate it if you could mention..." and prompt them with what you'd like them to say. If you don't give them a clue, all of your reviews will say, "Jeff did a fantastic job. We would re-book him in a heartbeat!" Although a nice review, the catch is that it's not specific. Perhaps you want to emphasize that you "arrived early" or "customized the show for my theme" or "were so impressive, that my guests have all asked for your return next year!"
I like to have testimonials in different places and in different forms. On my website you can read testimonials, find links to online review sites (Yahoo works best for me, while others prefer Yelp), and listen to audio reviews. Some of my friends rely on video testimonials. Use what you're comfortable with.
Understand that not all clients will want to be videotaped. Others get tongue-tied and aren't comfortable even speaking into a voice recorder. However, they may be eloquent writers. In that case, you send them a link by e-mail where they can post a review.
Match the kind of review that you request to your client. Was the client a Facebook fan who later hired you? Use the "Reviews" tab on Facebook and suggest that they share their experience. You can then reply to their comment, and in the process all of your fans as well as the friends of your client see the interaction. More visibility!
If you connected via LinkedIn, then use that platform. And of course, all GigMasters clients are prompted to rate and comment on their experience with performers.
Only ask for one type of review. Don't overwhelm the client, and of course if the situation isn't appropriate you can skip this altogether. However, once you have a great testimonial you can repurpose it and use it in many different ways. I've used audio testimonials to literally turn an un-usable piece of video (no audio!) into a mini promo piece: http://youtu.be/lUyLPS9Sps8
I've also taken written testimonials and added them to video. And if you have video, you can use only the audio portion or transcribe the words.
Sometimes clients can help you even more with an endorsement or a referral. These are powerful tools and deserve their own article.
What is your favorite way to collect reviews? How do you use them? I'm always looking to sharpen my marketing tools!
Check out Jeff's Profile to read a few of his stellar reviews and let us know your fail proof methods for scoring great client feedback. Any questions about Jeff's tips? Leave us a comment and we will pass it on.


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Cashmere Coffee Stripe Scarf
Cashmere Coffee And Cream Striped Scarf
Fabulous cashmere rectangle british stripe scarf made of pure 100% cashmere taken from the underbelly fleece of the Himalayan goat - Capra Hircus. They are so light and soft and the colours are gorgeous - a real wardrobe must have.
The rich coffee & cream colours look fabulous to snuggle up wiht in any outfit.
Check out this season's other colours, stripes, pastels and animal print.
Approximate size
Length – 135cm
Depth – 35cm


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|International Wrestling Organization Here is the home of the International Wrestling Organization, PWF's very own E-Fed!
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|09 May 2007, 05:04 PM
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I've got the power!
Promo Thread for Redemption Month 12 Week 4
All promos for this week are due by Tuesday May 15 at 5PM EST
The Road to Championship Dreams continues as we get one step closer to the King of the World PPV!
DC has asked for interview time to begin the show
Singles Match to determine the #30 entry in the Rumble
Joseph T. Schmo w/John Q. Public vs. Jack Crawford
Last Man Standing Match
Corey Taylor vs. Ravage
Tag Team Match
Riot Makers vs. Spice Boys
Singles Match
Cryptic vs. Tiger
Battle Royal
Vanilla Gorilla vs. Scorpion vs. Black Dragon vs. Ted Jingling vs. Jed Jingling vs. John Public
Hardcore Match
Unstoppable Force vs. Masque
Plus the drawing for spots in the rumble (note your number will be pmed to you after the show, so you can use it to promo)
Also for those of you that are off this week feel free to promo as it will build you up in the rankings. It also helps to move storylines along.
looking for my sig? look harder!
|11 May 2007, 04:49 PM
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I've got the power!
*DC is shown getting out of a car and heading into the IWO arena, Hugh stops him*
Hugh: DC, Last week we...
DC: Last week, you saw dominance. You saw what happen to not only Curry Muncher, but those sickos Masque and Joker...and this week you will find out the answer to everyone's dying question...But not until the show starts...
*DC shoves pass Hugh and heads into the building*
*Joker is seen watching a clip of last week's match....*
Joker: Revenge is best served cold, but first a beating must occur!
*joker laughs as the camera goes black*
*Public and Schmo are sitting in an office room*
Public: Like I said the plan always works just like last week, only this time you won't be the only one that comes out on the good end.
Schmo: You're right, first I dispatch of Jack Crawford and become the number 30 entry, and then you take care of all of those lesser wrestlers in the battle royal.
Public: Don't worry about me, I mean really after Force beat down that Gorilla, the competition is pretty much eliminated. I have should have no problem denying those clowns, and Scorpion hasn't seen a win in so long that tonight his losing streak will continue.
Schmo: What about Dragon
Public: What about him. His time is up, and his loan on getting a win is about to be rejected. It's all about investing, and I plan on stocking up before the match, and winning it all.
Schmo: Tonight is going to be a good night for, Schmo and Public.
*The two men close their briefcases and head out of the room*
looking for my sig? look harder!
|11 May 2007, 05:02 PM
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An Out of Body Experience
Join Date: Aug 2002
Location: Riding the Chariot of Fire
Posts: 797Rep Power: 288
*The last few images of the hardcore match at Flying High where Force heads back up the ramp smiling as Demon has his hand raised by tiger is shown. The screen fades to black as a message appears*
The signs of the end of the world?
*The screen fades out in fuzz as Demon Alexander appears on screen*
No! It is just a sign of a new beginning.
*The screen fades again as old footage of battles between Force and Demon Alexander and Tiger and Demon Alexander are shown*
*The screen fades to black as another message appears*
Enemies for life?
*The screen fades out again in fuzz as Demon Alexander appears on screen*
I've made no deal with the devil, but at times things make strange bedfellows. It seems that Force and Tiger is searching for some help against their enemies and if they want to step over to my side to extract some revenge than so be it, but you make a deal with me...I want something in return and if you don't give it to me...I will take it from you anyway.
*The screen fades for the final time*
|11 May 2007, 08:19 PM
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Dragon thought he had me, Dragon thought I was done, but since he took his eyes off of and started celebrating too early he ended up losing the match. Let this be a lesson to all other IWO members, don't take your eyes off of the Beast.
In other news Jack Crawford keeps his undefeated streak alive with a win in a battle royal, but this wasn't just another W in the Win column this win assured me, Jack Crawford either the 29th or 30th spot in the royal rumble. It's not like I need the opportunity to enter the rumble as one of the last two men to help me win the rumble. Hell I could win the fucking rumble if I entered as #1.
But since I do have the opportunity to enter the rumble I am going to take it and run with it. Apparently this guy Joesph T. Schmo is who is challenging me for the #30 spot in the rumble. I have been in IWO for what a month now, and everybody knows the name Jack Crawford. This guy has been around for God knows how long, and if you went up to any IWO star they would stare at you with a blank face, except his little life partner, Johnny Public. The #30 spot in the rumble is mine.
|12 May 2007, 12:12 PM
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*The camera shows the door to Mr Smith's office and it opens as Jason walks out with Stacy and a smile on his face,Chad Williard comes running up and then stops to catch his breath*
Chad - I can't help but notice that I just saw you walking out of Mr Smith's office...what were you doing in there?
Jason - Do you really wanna know?
Chad - Yeah
Jason - Really?
Chad - Yes
Jason - Really really really wanna know?
Chad - Yes yes YES!
Jason - Hey whoa there don't yell at me...
Chad - Sorry
Jason - It's okay but I can't tell you what I was in there for you'll just have to wait and see...now if you excuse me we got the night off and were gonna go spend some quality time together
*They walk off kissing as the camera goes black*
|12 May 2007, 06:52 PM
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The Peaceful One
Join Date: Dec 2002
Location: Peaceville, Iowa
Posts: 202Rep Power: 0
*Cryptic pulls up in a van designed in a peaceful theme*
*Cryptic comes out of the van as the camera man runs up to him along with April*
April: Cryptic, you wouldn't mind asking a few questions about your match tonight would you?
Cryptic: Oh, hello, oh peaceful one April, of course you may ask me some questions.
April: Thank you, ok, then Cryptic before i ask you about your match tonight with Tiger, i must ask about your thoughts about your match with Troy Alston a few days ago in which you emerged victorious. Many say had DC not got involved, you would have most probably lost and that streak of yours would have ended, what are your thoughts?
*Cryptic smiles*
Cryptic: Well you see April, DC did not actually get involved...
*before Cryptic can finish his sentence April quickly speaks while wondering just what Cryptic has been smoking*
April: DC did not get involved?! The cameras don't lie, Cryptic, it clearly show DC got involved, he disguised himself as a ref and handed you the victory to spite Troy.
*Cryptic smiles again*
Cryptic: Actually though it may have looked liked DC it was actually mother nature aiding me to victory...
*April looks on with a "WTF" look on her face as Cryptic explains*
Cryptic: ...You see, before my match i mentioned when i am wrestling i do not wrestle alone, i have mother nature by my side and with this advantage, my matches are similar to that of a handicap match. You see, though it may have been DC in body, it wasn't DC in spirit. Mother nature took over and together that thorn in my side known as Troy was hacked down, this shall be the case for every opponent i face. Should mother nature not appear in person like at the Flying High Supershow, then she flows through me and grants me with the strength and will power to enable me to victory.
*Cryptic grins and nods his head at the stars*
*April looks on like "is this guy serious"*
April: Ooookay then. Anyway tonight you face off against Tiger. A man you've defeated once, perhaps by luck, but a man you defeated none the less, what are your thoughts about this upcoming match?
Cryptic: I have nothing to worry about, though i am facing Tiger i have anticipated what to expect against him. How have i done this you may wonder?
April: Watched his matches on tape?
Cryptic: No. I have indeed been tiger training, yes thats right. I've been training a little baby tiger. Here look...
*Cryptic opens up the back doors of his van and lets out a baby tiger*
*April steps back*
April: Ok, Cryptic, put that tiger away.
Cryptic: No, look let me show you, i'm pretty good.
*Cryptic takes out some raw steak from his van and makes the tiger jump to get it outta of his hand*
Cryptic: See that, my peaceful sister? Wasn't that impressive? I've been to a zoo and got some tiger taming lessons. So you see tonight in my match against Tiger i have nothing to fear and i'm atually looking forward to it, perhaps i can make him meet Timba the baby tiger and they can be best friends, how peaceful!
*Cryptic grins at April like an excited kid*
April: In case you didn't realise, Tiger is not an actual animal, hes a man, you know a human being!
*Cryptic looks on confused*
Cryptic: No, though he may look like a fellow human being, he is indeed a tiger, just a deformed and ugly one, which is why i want him to mix with other tigers so he doesn't feel discriminated against, cause you know, that just ain't peaceful and if you ain't peaceful...
*the baby tiger finishes his steak but wants more, he looks at Cryptic and roars thus ending Cryptic's sentence*
*Cryptic looks at the tiger with a confused look*
Cryptic: Don't disturb, Daddy, ok Timba, i'm speaking.
*Cryptic goes to stroke the tiger, but it goes ape shit and tries to bite him*
*April steps back a couple of steps and looks at Cryptic with a worried look on her face*
April: I thought you had him trained?
*Cryptic looks at April and tries to remain calm*
Cryptic: I do, i do, hes just being a naughty boy, perhaps hes a little excited from seeing such a fine peaceful human being as yourself.
*Cryptic turns around and the tiger leaps on top of Cryptic and tries to scratch him, Crypitc tussles him off*
April: I'm outta here!
*April runs off like the world is about to explode*
Cryptic: Hey wait for me!
*Cryptic runs off like hes about to wet himself while the tiger follows chase*
*camera fades as Cryptic runs away*
|12 May 2007, 08:05 PM
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Together We Can!
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location: Wisconsin
Posts: 1,842Rep Power: 706
*Dragon is seen walking into the arena*
Hugh: Dragon what are your thoughts on the stunning battle royal?
Dragon: Repeatedly I get screwed, I had the victory in that pathetic match. I singly man slaughtered everybody in that match, and I continue to get screwed, but tonight someone else will get screwed. Tonight I show everyone, I'm no longer fucking around.
*Dragon shoves Hugh to the side and walks into Mr. Smiths office*
The War
You support pulling out, I say USE A CONDOM!!!!
|13 May 2007, 09:41 AM
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Never forget the name!
*Judge storms to the ring to loud boos and jeers of 'you got screwed' by the crowd. He grabs a mike.*
Judge: I got screwed? Yeah, I got screwed. Cos Blade knows when he's met his match. He knew he could not win at Flying High so he got himself DQ's giving me a victory but not the title. All that did was prove further what everyone already knows. I am better than you in every way Blade. The reason the commissioner refused to put me in the Last Man Standing match at Flying High was evident all along. He knew I would win and get that title and then the inevitable would happen. He would be forced to pit me against DC, his sell out champion, where I would beat him senseless and then come after the commissioner himself.
But you haven't stopped my plans commissioner and neither have you Blade. Whilst you may have your title you've proved your inferiority to me. You also made me realise something else. In holding the title the way you have Blade you have degraded it. So much so that it isn't even worth my interest anymore. Don't get me wrong I'll still be coming back to it and bringing respect back to that belt, a respect that will only come with my name engraved on it. But not yet.
See I know the commissioner and you would love for me to cash in my final rematch clause and then put me in some shitty stipulation match whereby I would be screwed out of what is rightfully mine without Blade even having to prove himself the better man. I know that because I'm smarter than you commissioner, I'm smarter than you Blade, I'm smarter than everyone in this stinking arena here tonight! *Crowd boos* But most of all I'm smarter than you DC and now I'm on a mission to prove it.
For now you can keep my title warm for me Blade and I'll return for it when I can get the matchup I deserve out of my rematch clause. I'll return when everything is in my favour and there will be no weasling out of getting pinned by me for the 1...2...3. But until then I'm going straight after the world title and I challenge someone to step in my way, I challenge someone to fuck me over like Blade did, cos I swear to god I will bring down justice on upon your foolish arse so swiftly you won't even know what hit you.
So IWO your all on notice. The Redemption for all the wrongs I have been done of late by the commissioner and Blade and all the fans starts at the next Redemption. My goal is the battle royale to face DC at championship dreams and I will not be denied, regardless my entry spot and regardless who stands in my way. So, all you complacent motherfuckers, get ready to be shaken up, get ready to ask yourselves one question. What you gonna do...what you gonna do...when the Judge...comes...for you!
*Judge storms off and on the way knocks a drink out of a fans hand to the sound of loud boos*
Props to Sly as Hell for the banner.
|14 May 2007, 05:50 PM
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Give it To Me..
What does hardcore mean to you?..For some people..It's a "lifestyle"..For others..It's just another match. For me..It's enjoyment. You see..I don't get to be in many hardcore matches. These things just don't come along every week. So I relish every time I get to legally crack someones head open with a chair, or rake their flesh across pericing barbed wire. Thats life ladies and gentlemen..Thats life in its most pure and simple form. This week Masque steps into the ring with me in a hardcore match. I know Masque is pretty experenced in these..But it's been a while since I have may someone bleed. It's been a while since I've heard the thud of an opponents body against steel steps. I want to hear that again..I want Masque to feel that again..And believe me...he will.
Momentum is important to me. It's important for my opponents to fear me..It's an edge that no one can overcome. Fear is a powerful thing..We all know that. Now theres the big Rumble coming up. 30 men..Each vieing for the ulitmate goal...And I want every one of them to fear me. I want everyone to have me in the back of their minds. How do I do this?..Simple..Make an example out of someone. See..I did that last week..I basically imploded the ring last week..It was something that was never before seen in the IWO. I don't want it to stop there..I want to add on to it. I want to add on more bloodshed and pain..And what a better atmosphere than a hardcore match to do that in?..I mean..Hell..If I implode the ring in a straight up one on one match..Can you imagine what I can do to someone in a hardcore match?..Let that rest on your mind for a little while.
I know you're wondering why I'm not complaining about not being in a higher profile match...Like I've done in the past. Truth is..This week..I don't care where I'm at on the card..Or who I am facing. I know my oppertunity is coming up. I don't have to push for it..I don't have to go on camera and plead for it. I will take it. I will win that rumble..And I will be the man once again. I'm sure Masque feels the same way...But I'll be truthful..I love to have an advantage. Every man that comes into that rumble less than 100 percent on their game gives me a better chance to come out on top. So..I plan on maknig Masque come into it far less than 100 percent. I plan on beating you Masque..Beating you brutally. Not for the purpose of just winning a match..But for a much bigger reason..To help me become IWO champion once again. You see Masque..In some strange way..You'll be doing a favor to me by opposing me. My thanks to you will simply be you leaving the ring on a stretcher once our match is over.
I made a statement last week..And I made it loud and clear. That ring implosion was just step one of me making an impact. I showed to all of you that the Force is still here..And I'm not going any place for a long time. That title is mine..And DC...And everyone here knows it. My statement making will continue this week. Masque..You're a marked man in my eyes..And that target that you have on your chest is blood red. I'm like a bull now Masque..I see that blood..I need it..I need to go after it. When all is said and done..You won't be standing...Because you won't be able to. Your slaughter will be to my benefit. I will make sure of it. This week..Masque..Pain is Mandatory..For you.
|15 May 2007, 04:53 PM
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Now, even sexier!
Join Date: Aug 2002
Posts: 16,844Rep Power: 5828
*Thugged Out are riding in the back of the shiny, black, pimped out stretched Hummer. Exo and Stick are speaking to each other, but the music is too loud to hear what they are saying. They are drinking champagne and watching some girls give each other lap dances. Suddenly, Exo motions wildly. He turns off the music, which mildly upsets the girls. Exo speaks into the intercom.
Exo: Yo, pull this party over. I gotta take a piss.
Stick: Aw shit man, that sounds like a good idea. Bout to piss all over the place.
*Thugged out take off into a field and pull out their enormous dicks and begin spilling a huge piss all over the place. One of the girls screams for them to write out their names. Thugged Out laugh a little as their minute long urination finishes. They admire their work and begin laughing at the mess they've made as they jog back to the hummer.
Exo: haha, that takes care of that. Let's get back to the show. We ain't got shit goin on but let's go chill for a while.
Stick: Fuckin see what these boys be up to tonight.
Exo: At least we see what's going down with Laughable Farce and DC. Shit should be getting real interesting.
Stick: Fuck da Force and his tired old Obi Wan faggotty ass. That bitch done get fucking Thugged Out twice and still begging for more. What a dumbshit. "Thugged Out is Mandatory..."
Exo:...for who?
Stick:..."FOR YOU!"
*Thugged Out laugh hysterically and jump back into the Hummer and speed off. The cameraman then turns around and inspects the damage that Thugged Out have left behind. The camera makes a startling discovery. Thugged Out, have just pissed on the grave of Masque.
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|15 May 2007, 06:58 PM
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*The Josh is shown with his artillery section*
"This week I might have the night off, as it were, but I have decided that it was time to really step up the war between Primate and I. Don't get me wrong, Primate, I'm not the only one that wants to kick your ass, but you and Oko have caused me a lot of problems. You think using a chair and aggravating the injuries you caused is cool? Well, I do have something for you."
*Cutaway to a car. It appears to be Primate's and Oko's*
"I know what you are all thinking at home: Why is a car being shown? Well it's Primate's and it is in the impact area of Yakima Training Center here in Yakima, Washington. My unit and range control gave the go ahead to using it for target practice. Now if you would excuse me, I have to do this fire mission."
*A call comes in over the radio for a fire mission on a grid in the impact area. The crew checks to see if the grid is safe, announces safe, and announces to send it to the cannons. The cannons start rotating to aim and fire. At the Josh's command, the cannons fire. We cut back to the car and hear a whistling sound until an explosion hits the car*
"See that, Primate? Keep thinking you are safe at night. You will make the worst mistake in your life, for I am the Josh, the King of Battle at all times!
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The NIU College of Business is considered one of the leading institutions in the country when it comes to incorporating ethics into coursework. The college's BELIEF Initiative, which incorporates ethics into nearly every class, is being studied and adapted by universities across the country.Read more
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Accounting honors
NIU's Department of Accountancy is one of the most highly regarded in the country: Graduates of the accountancy program ranked among the top 1 percent in the nation for pass rate on the 2007 and 2008 certified public accountant licensing exam. Professors around theRead more
Best in business
NIU's College of Business has been ranked among the best by BusinessWeek since the inception of the publication's undergraduate ranking in 2006. Corporate recruiters surveyed ranked theschool in the nation's top 50, while NIU students gave the college a grade of A for facilities andRead more
NIU Board approves ground lease agreement for new campus housing
The Northern Illinois University Board of Trustees today approved a long-term ground lease with the Collegiate Housing Foundation (CHF). The vote moves the university one step closer to the development of its first new undergraduate residence hall in more than four decades.Read more
NIU approves MBA collaboration
The NIU Board of Trustees today approved a new fast-track MBA program that will allow students to earn not only a master's of business administration from NIU, but also a master's degree in international management from the University Montesquieu Bordeaux IV, SchoolRead more
NIU team takes third at "Supermileage" challenge
A team of four Northern Illinois University engineering students designed and built a vehicle that took third place overall at the Society of Automotive Engineers International Supermileage Competition, squeezing 1,265 miles from a single gallon of gasoline. The competition, held June 10-11Read more
Accountancy students participate in IRS forensic accounting simulations
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For the most part, its been warm and rainy this fall. The warm is welcome, the rain not so much. The weather report shows still warm days ahead, but cooler weather is on the horizon.
One of my new favorite ways to layer for fall is with poncho or cape, and this asymmetric poncho is lovely. It's nice and light, yet warm enough for cooler nights.
I also love how versatile it is. I paired it with light and bright white and blue here, but it can go with a variety of different outfits all over the style spectrum. I'm thinking of pairing it with faux leather leggings next. Hmm…
Happy Friday, y'all!
Photos by Julia D'Agostino


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If you spent the last days of the year listing reams of abstract resolutions, only to know that you'll struggle to keep some (or one) for much more than a matter of days, we're encouraging you to avoid the same trap with our #DailyRetreats campaign - a month dedicated to making small changes that have a big impact on health, beauty and wellbeing.
So rather than setting yourself unachievable goals - many of which have a negative spin (who's promised themselves they'll 'spend less' or 'lose weight'??) - why not try to enrich every day with something guaranteed to bring the 'feel good' factor? And with FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING on all our wellbeing essentials, now's the perfect time to invest in those supplements you read about, or indulge in a special body wash to make your shower like a spa...
If you're stuck for ideas we've compiled a week-by-week 'check list' of suggestions - simple (and sometimes obscure) ways to lighten the January gloom and help cherish mind, body and soul. From switching your mid-morning caffeine fix, to committing to an early night to help ensure you get your full eight hours, our {Instagram} stories are laden with inspiration - some of which are brought to you by Team CB, who're taking a leaf from Cult Beauty's own book and adopting these tactics to ease the post-Christmas come down.
And you needn't spend a fortune! Hold off on buying those sleek running shoes and that branded athleisure (we've all fallen into that trap at some stage) and instead, try to set yourself 'bite size' goals. If you want to feel fitter then why not enrol in a class, go for a jog, or find a free yoga app to see which style of workout suits you and your lifestyle? Set yourself a target and reward yourself when you achieve it - you'll value those snazzy new sports tights much more if they represent three weeks of sweat!
Or why not dispense with the usual, common-or-garden 'new year new me' philosophy (we quite like the 'old us' thank YOU very much) and instead, make time to actually do the things you love doing the most. If you're a frustrated painter, then diarise time to practise your sketching skills, or if you long to be the next 'Great British Baker' then dedicate a night a week to making cakes (remember, these are promises not punishments!).
It's all about 'taking a moment'... reminding yourself about what makes you you, and remembering to take your foot off the accelerator every now and then to simply revel in some stillness and allow your mind and body to recalibrate. Life is often overwhelming but a hot bath has the knack of making everything much better (especially when laced with Roques-O'Neil's pink {Himalayan Detox Salts}) and whether you find five minutes or have the luxury of five long, languid hours, we're here to help you make those moments count.
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And keep an eye on the {site} and the blog, where we'll be launching a swathe of new supplements, elixirs and intensive treatment masks (we're all about the pampering), as well as interviewing specialists from several different fields - from aromatherapy to nutrition - to bring you tips and tricks for lifting spirits, enhancing energy and restoring your joie de vivre. Here's to a magical 2018!


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Our Fortnite Season 5, Week 4 Challenges Guide will tell you all of the challenges that have been given to you along with what is the best way for you to complete them without wasting any time. These Fortnite challenges include killing enemies in Dusty Divor, Flush Factory chests, damage challenges, and exploring different areas.
Fortnite Season 5, Week 4 Challenges
Each week we are given different challenges in the game and all of them help the player in progressing farther in Season 5. The challenges are quite different from one another and it will require you to be a complete player rather than a one trick pony in order to do them all in the time limit.
Let us go ahead and look at each of the challenges and what you will need to do in order to easily complete them. We will first look at the 3 Public Challenges and then the 4 Battle Pass Challenges.
Build Structures
This one is quite simple. You need to do as much building as you can whenever you get the chance. Of course, you will already be able to build them when someone is firing at you in order to protect yourself, but it is also a good idea to build them whenever you have some extra wood to complete this challenge.
Jump through flaming hoops with a Cart or ATK
You will need to pass through the flaming hoops at least 5 times in order to complete the challenge. Just try to practice this jump as much as you can and you will be able to do it eventually.
Kill 3 enemies in Dusty Divor
The best way to do that is to drop on the outskirts of Dusty Divor. Try to get your hands on the best gear that you can. Eventually, the enemies in Dusty Divot will drop down to a number comfortable enough for you to go in and kill 3 different enemies. Do not worry if you do not get it on the first few tries as it takes time and patience.
Now, let us go ahead and look at the 4 Battle Pass challenges that you can only do if you have bought the pass.
500 Damage to Opponents with Sniper Rifles
The sniper rifle works best if you use it from a distance. It is best to stay in open areas but behind as much cover as you can in order to take out enemies from afar. The main problem with this is that it takes a lot of time to find the rifle before you can use it. It is best to drop in to cities to find the weapon and then fall back to the open areas.
Search Chests in Flush Factory
You need to find 7 chests. There is no trick for it, move inside Flush Factory and try to find the chests while surviving. You do not need to find them all in one game so you will eventually be able to get them all.
3 Kills with Pistol
Pistols work best if you stay up close. It is best to use them at the start of the game before the others have found any advanced armor so that the pistol is still semi-competitive.
Search between a Gas Station, Stunt Mount, and Soccer Pitch
You should be aware of this drill by now. Look between them to complete the challenge as the hidden Battle Star could be in one of many different locations.
That is all we have for our Fortnite Season 5, Week 4 Challenges Guide. Let us know if we missed something using the comments section below!


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Chupacabra, Zombie Soldier, Lake Worth Monster
Season 2 • Episode 1
Texas is a hotbed of monster activity. The Lake Worth community is being terrorized by a hybrid man-goat; in Cuero Phylis Canion has proof of a Chupacabra; and in Brownsville a young couple is attacked by an aggressive Zombie soldier.
43 min|TV-PG|Premiered 12/16/2013


text: This collection of articles selected from Blue Book of Chinese Education 2015 published in Chinese reviews the condition of China's education development in 2014. The wide range of topics covered in this volume fall under two major themes: reform and equity. Chapters on reform focus on the college entrance exam (" Gaokao"), secondary vocational education, senior high school education, provincially and locally-funded colleges, private universities and junior high school admissions policies. Chapters in the second half of the book provide readers with an in-depth account of efforts made to improve equity in special and early childhood education, study-abroad preparation classes, and rural education. The appendix includes a report of budgetary expenditure on education and chronology of major events.


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With Christmas fast approaching, the team at Kidsafe Vic are preparing for the holiday season and reflecting on what has been a successful and busy 2017. Kidsafe Vic would like to thank you for your ongoing support and readership.
In the meantime, keep following our Facebook page for regular child safety tips over the Christmas break! Merry Christmas to all and we hope you have a great new year.
A Safety Reminder When Purchasing Christmas Presents
- Read the warnings and safety information to ensure that the item is safe for the person you are buying for.
- Check the age-grading recommendation on the packaging to ensure the toy is appropriate for the child.
- Check on productsafety.gov.au to ensure that the toy is not banned or recalled.
- Use the 'ChokeCheck' tool on productsafety.gov.au/chokecheck to ensure that there are no choking hazards on the toy.
- Inspect toys and gift cards for button batteries and keep them out of reach from small children. Button batteries can be found in many common Christmas items including singing greeting cards, novelty stocking fillers and decorations that light up or flash.
For a more extensive list of toy safety information and tips, please click here.
The Sun Turns Any Car Into an Oven
Victoria has already experienced several 30+ degree days and with Summer only just starting, there will be many more on the way. Now is the perfect time to remind everyone that leaving children unattended in a car, even for a short period of time, can be fatal.
The temperature inside a parked car can be 20-30 degrees hotter than outside, meaning a car could easily reach over 60 degrees in a matter of minutes on a 30 degree day. Children are particularly at risk because they can lose fluid quickly, become dehydrated and suffer from heatstroke.
Water Safety Week 2017
From December 4-10, the Play it Safe By The Water Committee ran a statewide Water Safety Week, consisting of community events and the official launch of the Victorian Drowning Report 2016/17.
The report highlighted that 45 people lost their lives to drowning on Victorian waterways in 2016/17 - including 4 toddlers. A key finding showed that over the past 10 years in Victoria, 69% of drowning deaths of children aged 0-4 in home pools/spas involved lack of maintenance of the pool/spa barrier as a contributing factor. You can read the full report here.
This reiterates the importance of all pool/spa owners checking the safety and condition of their pool/spa barrier this summer. Visit our website for some useful resources to help you make your pool and spa area safe, including Life Saving Victoria's home pool safety self assessment. And remember to always actively supervise children when playing in or near water.
Product Recalls
Veronica Shnoudi - Ice Cream Silicone Baby Teether
The teethers are smaller than the permitted dimensions and do not comply with the mandatory standard. The product may get lodged in an infant/child's throat and pose a choking or suffocation hazard. Consumers should stop using the product immediately and return to the place of purchase for a refund or replacement with different product. For further information please click here.
VTech Baby Pack & Go Travel Mobile
The white part of the clamp (which attaches the mobile to a cot or playpen) may crack and weaken. If the clamp fails the mobile could fall into the cot which poses an injury risk to the cot occupant. Consumers should stop using the product and go to https://support.vtech.com.au/ and raise a ticket on the support portal. Consumers will be given instructions on how to return the product and will be offered a full refund. For further information please click here.
VTech Baby Shake and Sing Elephant Rattle
There is the potential for the ear of the rattle to detach, which would expose a small, blunt, metal rod which remains attached to the rattle. If the ear comes off, the exposed rod may cause pain if pressed against the skin. Consumers should stop using the product and go to https://support.vtech.com.au/ and raise a ticket on the support portal Consumers will be given instructions as to how to return the product and will be offered a full refund. For Further information please click here.
Discoveroo Magnetic Stacking Owl
Toys "R" Us - Totally Me Clay Studio
Mould can be present in the clay. Mould poses a risk of respiratory or other infections in individuals with compromised immune systems, damaged lungs or an allergy to mould. Consumers should stop using the product and return the kit to a Toys "R" Us store for a full refund. For further information please click here.


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Here's a first: This Pun Shop Name was sent in by two different people on exactly the same day. From Berry NSW, thank you to both Georgia O'Brien and Jade Ramsey for bringing this Pun Shop Name into class. You both get an A+.
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It's been a busy week. Bitsy, my cat, has been throwing up for a few weeks. So far it has been $300 at the vet to figure it out. She is 12 years old and has always been small but she only weighs 6 lbs right now. We are trying various things to get her to stop but while the amount and frequency has gotten better, she is still throwing up.
My mom was supposed to have gallbladder surgery today but the surgery schedule got messed up and now she isn't having it until next Thursday. Poor thing was already to have the surgery and now has to psyche herself up again next week. Next week works better for me but I already moved my schedule for this week around. Now I move it back and adjust next week because, hey, it's all about me!
So the diet from hell.... I have 4 more days of Phase 1 (no sugar, no carbs). I am not sure it's working. I have not cheated..well I did have a few Hersey's kisses... but I have been eating veggies and meat and cheese and eggs in various ways for 10 days. I thought no sugar no wheat, carbs whatever was supposed to make you feel good. Not so much. I will weigh myself Sunday and can start adding "healthy" carbs back in to my diet Monday. The other thing is not eating sugar and carbs is supposed to "cure" you of the cravings. Again, not so much. I would kill for a Starbucks Chai!
I am off for a four day weekend with no plans! I am going to try to go see Iron Man and I do have gardening to do but I like being able to just do whatever I want and go with the flow for four days.
Have a safe and Happy Memorial Day!


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Just before 7AM this morning, Friday 4 January, police and other emergency services were dispatched by the 9-1-1 Communication Center to a report of a motor vehicle collision involving three (3) vehicles, one of which was an ambulance that was in the process of responding to an emergency call with its blue lights and siren on. There was not patient in the ambulance at the time of the collision.
Two persons involved in the collision received what is believed to be non-life-threatening-injuries and were transported to the hospital for treatment.
The matter is currently under police investigation and anyone with any information is asked to call the Traffic Management Unit at 649-6254 and speak with PC Matthew Thomas.
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BitDefender is a company that has been around since 2001 and has made its mark within the web security industry with its product offerings. The BitDefender Antivirus 2019 version has some impressive features to it and offers a different style of interface that makes it user friendly.
BitDefender Antivirus Plus 2019 has the main obligation for performing and protecting against viruses, but it has extended itself with so many extra features that it has the ability to afford some other types of security protection. The makers of this antivirus software have been sure to include the latest of technology when it comes to warding off viruses and other forms of computer attacks.
What you can expect from BitDefender is the eradication of any malicious attacks on your computer such as malware, viruses, ransomeware and Trojans. Getting rid of these is one step and the second is protection from second attacks which BitDefender certainly has the capability of doing.
Aside from the implementation of all that is required for the antivirus performance this software has additional features to it like password management, browser secure, file shredding and ransomware protection.
About the only negative thing that could really be said about the BitDefender Antivirus Plus 2019 is that it seems to take a little longer to perform a full antivirus scan compared to its competitors.
BitDefender Antivirus Plus 2019 is going to cost you $32.99 for a single computer usage for one year.
For those that don't like to take any chances when it comes to protection against computer viruses and like a few extra forms of protection, then BitDefender is obviously going to be a good choice. Maybe not as cheap as some of the others, but it does have more features that are good to have.


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In Whispering Willows, you take on the role of Elena, a determined young girl with the extraordinary ability to project her spirit outside of her body. In her spectral form, Elena can interact with the benevolent spirits and wicked wraiths that used to dwell within the walls of the sinister Willows Mansion - lost souls, stuck in time and space, who hold the secrets that Elena will need to traverse the terrifying old manor. Players need to make use of Elena's corporeal and ethereal forms to overcome obstacles, solve the riddles of the mansion's enigmatic specters, and find Elena's lost father.
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Developed byAbstraction Games
Release date8/28/2015
Approximate size2.24 GB
Age ratingFor ages 13 and up
CategoryAction & adventure
InstallationInstall on your home Xbox One console plus have access when you're connected to your Microsoft account.
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A French computer scientist says he calculated PI to a new record of digits on a desktop PC. Fabrice Bellard calculated PI to nearly 2.7 trillion digits, which is about 123 billion more than the previous record.
The big news here is that he used a desktop PC and the previous record was set on a Super Computer. The calculation took 131 days and fills a TB of HDD space.
Apparently the trick is in the algorithm he used to achieve this new record on inferior hardware.
More details on BBC.


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Lincoln Sunday League Division One
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First bragging rights of the season in Horncastle went to AFC Harpars as they beat local rivals Horncastle Town on the opening day of the season.
The home side were highly fancied going into the match, having been newly promoted as league champions and cup winners.
It was Harpars who went ahead in the first minute though, with new signing Tom Johnson scoring direct from a corner.
The visitors seemed the hungriest as the match progressed and were unlucky not to earn a penalty when Jonathan Seymour was brought down in the box after turning his man.
Early in the second half, Harpars doubled their lead when substitute Sean Rylance slotted home on his debut.
As the match progressed, the home side were limited to a number of long range efforts as the Harpars defence held firm.
In the 87th minute, Horncastle's Harry Hinkley rifled the ball home through a packed defence, but Harpars held on to claim the points.


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19-4808. (a) Within seven days after the initial contact between the victim of a reported crime and the law enforcement agency investigating the crime, such agency shall notify the victim compensation coordinator[*] of the report of the crime and the name and address of the victim or victims.
(b) A law enforcement agency shall provide the following information to the victim:
(1) The availability of emergency and medical services numbers, if needed;
(2) the police report number, in writing;
(3) the address and telephone number of the prosecutor's office that the victim should contact to obtain information about victims' rights pursuant to K.S.A. 74-7333 and 74-7335, and amendments thereto;
(4) the name, address and telephone number of the local board and information about victim compensation benefits, if any local board has been appointed in the county;
(5) advise the victim that the details of the crime may be made public; and
(6) advise the victim of such victim's rights under K.S.A. 74-7333 and 74-7335, and amendments thereto.
(c) A law enforcement agency may adopt any procedure to transmit such information which substantially complies with the provisions of this section.
History: L. 1990, ch. 321, § 9; July 1.
* Reference should apparently be to the property crime compensation coordinator.
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First BAE-IAP Roundtable meeting in Karachi was held on August 13th, 2016 at Beach Luxury Hotel to which all heads of Architecture School in the province of Sindh and Balochistan were invited. The meeting was hosted by IAP – Karachi Chapter. With the agenda of "Resource Sharing – Possibilities and Mechanism", the meeting was set to discuss the possibilities of sharing resources including human resources, physical resource and intellectual resources among various institutions in the provinces of Sindh and Balochistan to further reinforce the existing strength of the schools specially during the final year thesis. Moreover, suggestions were invited as to how to standardize the Final year thesis program and grading criteria across Pakistan.
Following members attended the meeting.
- Ali Zafar Qazi, President Institute of Architects, Pakistan (IAP)
- Arif Changezi, Chairman IAP – Karachi Chapter
- Arshad Faruqui, Chairman Board of Architectural Education – Institute of Architects, Pakistan
- Farida Abdul Ghaffar, Honorary Secretary, BAE – IAP
- / Plnr. Sadia Fazli, University of Karachi (KU)
- Rabi Siddiqui, Dawood University of Engineering and Technology (DUET), Karachi
- Azra Alvi, Balochistan University of IT, Engineering and Management Sciences (BUITEMS), Quetta
- Naeem Irfan, Mehran University of Engineering and Technology (MUET), Jamshoro
- Sami Chohan, Indus Valley School of Art and Architecture (IVSAA), Karachi
- Fazal Noor, Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology (SSUET), Karachi
- Bhai Khan Shar, Center of Excellence in Art and Design (CEAD), Jamshoro
- Anila Naeem, NED University of Engineering and Technology, Karachi
Leave of absence was granted to Dr. Ali Akbar Hussain, Nazeer Hussain University (NHU), Karachi.
Three architects attended the meeting as observers as follows:
- Jawed Makhdoom, Center of Excellence in Art and Design, Jamshoro
- Yasira Naeem Pasha, Dawood University of Engineering and Technology, Karachi
- Fahad Nizamani, Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Jamshoro
The meeting started with the recitation from Holy Quran by Ar. Arif Changezi, Chairman IAP – Karachi Chapter who welcomed the participants and requested Chairman BAE – IAP, Ar. Arshad Faruqui to formally begin the meeting proceedings. Ar. Arshad Faruqui invited Ar. Ali Zafar Qazi, President IAP for his opening remarks.
Addressing the audience, Ar. Ali Zafar Qazi informed the participants that 18 institutions in Lahore had a successful meeting and discussed various issues. He highlighted the presence of Ar. Sadia Fazli, Registrar PCATP whose input was highly regarded at the meeting. He also assured that IAP and PCATP are now determined to work together for common causes.
Chairman BAE – IAP, Ar. Arshad Faruqui then invited all participants for their formal introduction. He commenced the discussion by emphasizing the participation of academicians in the activities of IAP so as to bridge the gap between IAP and BAE.
After listening and debating various issues as shared by all participants pertaining to grading criteria, senior jurors' availability, faculty and student exchange programs, use of AutoCAD, resource sharing in the larger interest of cities addressing various urban needs, formation of semester rules, standardization of thesis report writing and many more.
Chairman BAE – IAP, Ar. Arshad Faruqui then requested the Honorary Secretary to present a summary of all points as shared by all heads of schools so as to pick a focused agenda for next meeting. During tea-break, the summary was prepared and presented to the house who agreed on following points to be elaborated in detail in upcoming meetings:
- Prepare resource list of senior jurors as per their expertise and experience.
- Establish appropriate grading criteria to remove discrepancies in grading ratio between external and internal jurors.
- Define rules for externals and criteria for jurors selection
- Define rules for the use of AutoCAD at schools
- Develop mechanism for adopting schools for faculty/ students exchange program
- Explore the network of visiting faculty
The meeting concluded at a vote of thanks and all participants were entertained at lunch by IAP – Karachi Chapter.


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Reviews of what I'm reading. Mostly in the Horror genre, but you never know.
Wednesday, September 12, 2018
Review: Kill Hill Carnage - by Tim Meyer
Well, that was nasty. Kill Hill Carnage begins with the most gruesome and violent prologue I've read in 2018. The year is 1991 and there is more than campers and counselors at Camp Christopher...
"It was here for mayhem and murder, and it would get what it wanted in large doses, oh yes it bloody would."
Years later, a group of five twenty-something friends crash the long deserted camp hoping for some kicks where so many lives ended all those years ago. Warren and Fiona are a couple. Jenna just broke up with her boyfriend and bad boy Dave and good guy Seth are both vying for her attention. Then there's Frank Harmon, hired to eliminate some potential threats on Kill Hill.
The teenage interactions really made this story for me. Believable, not forced at all. I loved Seth's meager attempts at talking to Jenna...
"But they both knew Seth had a better chance of impregnating a Kardashian than he did of sharing a kiss with Jenna Lamb."
Kill Hill Carnage does an excellent job of building suspense even when you have a pretty good idea about what's in store for our current day campers. This is my third Tim Meyer book and my favorite thus far, having previously read both Sharkwater Beach and The Switch House. This book is monster madness at its finest. There are even tentacles.
"Tentacles whipped in the darkness behind him with the fury of some ancient elder god."
I found Kill Hill Carnage to be dark, bleak, and terrifying. Definitely recommended.
Kill Hill Carnage is published by Sinister Grin Press and is available now in both paperback and e-book formats.
From the author's bio - Tim Meyer dwells in a dark cave near the Jersey Shore. He's an author, husband, father, podcast host, blogger, coffee connoisseur, beer enthusiast, and explorer of worlds. He writes horror, mysteries, science fiction, and thrillers, although he prefers to blur genres and let the stories fall where they may.
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Wait and Weight method on Directional Wells
Wait and Weight method on Directional Wells
During drilling operations on oil wells, there may to occur the inflow of formation fluids into the well, which is an undesirable condition. The driller should detect such events and shut-in the well immediately and to record informations corresponding to stabilization of pressures SIDPP (Shut-in Drillpipe Pressure) and SICP (Shut-in Casing Pressure) and the volume gain.
There are two methods more used to well control when the drill string (drill bit) is in the bottom of borehole (normally on drilling when reaches a formation with pressure bigger relative to the bottom hole pressure): The Driller's Method and the Wait and Weight Method (also named Engineer 's Method).
The Driller's Method is performed with two circulations. The first circulation with the original fluid to circulate the influx out of well and the second circulation to fill the borehole with a new fluid. This method can be started immediately after shut-in the well.
The Wait and Weight Method is performed just with a single circulation with the new fluid, but is necessary to wait a lag time until to prepare the new fluid to start the method.
The choice of the method
The choice between these two methods is a controversial question among professionals of oil & gas, but if the rig has already the new fluid available to control the well (the hydrostatic pressure of the new fluid is equivalent to the formation pressure), the Wait and Weight method is aplied and the control will be just with a single circulation in two steps:
Wait and Weight Method
Step 1
Replacing the original fluid in the drill string with the new fluid circulating until the drill bit. Start pump and bring the pump speed until the slow circulation rate, keeping the circulating pressure according the table "Pressure versus Pumped Strokes", starting with the Initial Circulating Pressure (ICP) and ending with the Final Circulating Pressure (FCP).
ICP = SIDPP + Circulating Pressure @ Slow Circulating Rate (recorded previously).
FCP = Pressure(@ scr) x New Fluid Density / Original Fluid Density
Vertical Wells
On vertical section, the rate "pressure drop / stroke" is constant and the calculations can be made in 10 steps.
Directional Wells
On deviated section, starting on Kick-Off Point (KOP), the rate "pressure drop / stroke" is not constant. The calculations will consider the steps by 100 strokes each.
Step 2
Continue the circulation with the new fluid to fill the all annular until the surface keeping the circulating pressure constant equal to FCP – Final Circulating Pressure.
Operational Limits
It is very important to monitor operational limits during the circulation to avoid fracture of the formation, usually at the shoe depth of the last casing.
The advantage of the "Wait and Weight" method is to provide a lower resultant pressure at the shoe depth before the gas reaches the shoe depth, that is, when the new fluid passes through the drill bit, increasing the hydrostatic pressure in the annulus before of the gas to reach the shoe depth.
The Wait and Weight method is advantageous when the rig has already the new fluid available to immediate circulation. Normally the new fluid need a lag time to be prepared. (1) On well closed, an influx of gas is moving up continuously and pressurizing the borehole all the time. (2) The calculations to control directional wells are relatively complex.
If it is not possible for the new fluid to reach the annulus before the gas reaches the shoe depth, due to (1) the lag time to prepare the new fluid or (2) the volume of the drill string is greater than the volume of the annulus above the gas until the shoe depth or (3) the difficulty to calculations on directional wells or (4) formations with low fracture pressure on deepwater for example, it is recommended choose the "Driller's Method" to start immediately after the shut-in the well, holding the circulation pressure equal to Initial Circulating Pressure until the circulation of the total volume of the annulus and to replace the fluid only in the second circulation of this method.
I hope that this simple explanation about the Wait and Wait method on directional wells helps on choicing the method most efficient.
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WCPT's new Executive Board met for the first time in June, just eight weeks after their election at the WCPT General Meeting in Singapore. As well as getting down to business – establishing a finance committee and deciding to set up a membership committee – the board set the groundwork for working together in the future.
WCPT President Emma Stokes said all the talents of the board members needed to be utilised. "It was important to spend a bit of time understanding our skills and how we are going to work together. That's what makes good boards very good boards and that's very important for the organisation."
Board member Melissa Locke, from the Asia Western Pacific Region, was appointed Honorary Treasurer and Chair of the new finance committee, with fellow board member Esther Munalula Nkandu from the Africa Region also on the committee. The board also agreed to begin the strategic planning process with the aim of producing a draft plan by the end of this year.
"It's important to harness the expertise we have available and use it appropriately," said Brenda Myers, WCPT Secretary General. "This meeting was about setting a style and culture which will ensure we all work together effectively as we move forward."
But there were one or two surprises for the new board members, as they met at WCPT's London headquarters for the first time. A presentation by Brenda Myers about WCPT's history revealed unexpected perspectives to modern challenges.
And Melissa Locke said she hadn't realised before that WCPT operated from a building with other charities, paying a reasonable rent compared to market rates. "I think that's great," she said.
Esther Munalula Nkandu was surprised to see how small the office and Secretariat team was: "There are just a few people in the office and many are part-time. It says a lot about the work ethic, and the commitment of the team to see WCPT succeed."
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AMARI AIR BASE, Estonia (May 8, 2014) –U.S. Special Operations forces, in support of Special Operations Command Europe (SOCEUR), participated in an opening ceremony for Exercise Spring Storm Monday. This opening ceremony kicked of the special operations portion of the Estonian Defense Forces' annual exercise.
The start of this exercise marks the beginning of a series of annual, multinational and bilateral special operations exercises. From May 18-30, Lithuania will host Flaming Sword 14, a multinational special operations exercise, with SOCEUR units and six European partners participating. SOCEUR will join Latvian special operations forces in Latvia's annual national-level defense exercise, Namejs 14 from May 19-25.
"Through these types of annual exercises, SOCEUR elements have developed lasting relationships and extensive interoperability with our special operations partners in the majority of countries bordering Ukraine over the last seven years. These relationships continue to pay dividends as we conduct combat operations in Afghanistan together as part of Combined Special Operations Task Force 10," said SOCEUR Commander Air Force Maj Gen Marshall B. Webb.
SOCEUR has also added a number of Joint Combined Exchange Training (JCET) events in five countries across the Baltics and Eastern Europe to be conducted over the next two months. These JCET events are the first in a series of expanded U.S. special operations training activities in Eastern Europe and the Baltic region; they are the first in a developing persistent rotational SOF presence in the region. These training engagements will provide U.S. Special Operations forces with valuable opportunities to hone their language skills, gain vital understanding of the environment and culture in which their partners operate, and sharpen their tactical skills. This is standard training for special operations units and is conducted at the request of the partner nation.
"The numerous small unit engagements conducted with our partners each year inevitably lead to stronger relationships and more robust operational capabilities. An important byproduct of these relationships is that we reassure our partners and allies of U.S. support to deter aggression and promote regional stability," said Webb.
SOCEUR is a subordinate unified command of U.S. Special Operations Command, under the operational control of U.S. European Command, exercising command and control of theater Army, Navy, and Air Force Special Operations Forces. As the SOCEUR Commander, Webb is responsible for special operations readiness, targeting, exercises, plans, joint and combined training, and execution of counterterrorism, peacetime and contingency operations.


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SAN FRANCISCO (MarketWatch) -- UnumProvident Corp. UNM, +2.72% said late Tuesday that third-quarter net income dropped 69% partly due to a $75 million regulatory settlement the disability insurer reached with the California Department of Insurance. Net income came in at $52.6 million, or 17 cents per share, down from $167.6 million, or 55 cents a share, in the same period a year earlier, the Chattanooga, Tenn.-based company said. Excluding the settlement, after-tax investment gains and losses and other non-recurring items, UnumProvident earned $135.7 million, or 43 cents, in the period. That matched the average estimate of 13 analysts in a Thomson First Call survey.
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War widow discovers long-lost grave of war hero grandfather after chance encounter on Virgin Trains service
Press release • Oct 02, 2018 16:45 BST
FOR Rita Armin, the whereabouts of her Grandfather's grave after he died fighting in World War One remained a 100-year-old mystery which her family had given up on solving.
But thanks to a chance encounter with a Virgin Trains employee, Mrs Armin was able to piece together the final resting place of the man she never met.
While travelling to London on a Virgin train from Stockport to Euston, the 85-year-old was assisted on her journey by Train Manager Wayne McDonald who just happened to be a war enthusiast.
The pensioner, who is a member of the War Widow's Association, was on her way to Buckingham Palace for a reception to mark Prince Charles' 70th birthday. Her husband, Corporal Henry Armin of the Royal Engineers (Airborne), died of the injuries he sustained in World War Two.
As Mrs Armin and Mr McDonald got chatting on the two-hour journey and it transpired that the family had been unable to find out where her Grandfather, Private Thomas Bryan of the 2nd Ox and Bucks Regiment, was buried since his death during the Great War in 1915.
She explained: "My Grandma used to talk about him fighting in France in the First World War, and she never saw him again after he left home to fight in his best suit.
"All she received after he died was a parcel with his suit in, full of French clay. This story had stayed with me, even though I was only a little girl when she talked about it."
She asked Mr McDonald if he could anything to help find out the full story as he had an interest in the history of the conflict. As they parted ways, Mrs Armin thought it was unlikely she would hear from the train employee again.
"I had tried previously but there were so many names the same as my Grandad, that I gave up," she said. "I gave Wayne as much detail as possible and he said he would come back to me if he found anything.
"A few days later I received an e-mail from Wayne with the most amazing information that he had tracked down the location of my Grandad's grave.
But Mr McDonald also discovered more surprising information: "Grandad had died in France, but unbeknown to me he was actually my Step-Grandad," she explained.
"Grandma had married again after her first husband had died, leaving her with five children the youngest being my father."
"Never, in a million years, did I expect to receive all that lost information about my paternal Granddad. For years I have wondered what he was like, where his remains are. I am so grateful to Wayne, I'm having difficulty in expressing the words to thank him."
Not only this, but Mr McDonald visited Béthune Town Cemetery where Private Bryan was buried to pay his respects and take a photograph of the burial site for Mrs Armin.
Mr McDonald, who describes himself as an amateur war researcher, found the grave with the help of some old census data and the Commonwealth War Graves Commission website, ahead of his visit to the cemetery in Northern France.
He said: "It was fascinating listen to Rita's family stories and an absolute privilege to help solve the mystery of what happened to Thomas."
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The network connects some of the nation's most iconic destinations including Glasgow, Liverpool, Birmingham, Manchester and London.
Virgin Trains is committed to delivering a high speed, high frequency service, offering shorter journey times, more comfortable travel and excellent customer service. Customers consistently rate Virgin Trains ahead of other long-distance rail franchise operators in the National Rail Passenger Survey (NRPS) commissioned by industry watchdog, Transport Focus.
Virgin Trains has a proud record of challenging the status quo - from introducing tilting Pendolino trains, to a pioneering automated delay repay scheme, introducing the industry-leading onboard entertainment streaming service, BEAM, and becoming the first franchised rail operator to offer m-Tickets for all ticket types.
Virgin Trains operated the East Coast route between March 1, 2015 and June 24, 2018. In that time, we invested £75m to create a more personalised travel experience, including over £40m in the existing fleet. Customers have benefitted from 48 additional services between Edinburgh and London every week, and an extra 22 Saturday services between Leeds and London – a total of 1.74 million additional seats since May 2015.
Working together, the partnership railway of the public and private sectors has published a long-term plan, called In Partnership for Britain's Prosperity, to change and improve Britain's railway. The plan will secure almost £85bn of additional economic benefits to the country whilst enabling further investment and improvement, and contains four commitments which will see rail companies: strengthen our economic contribution to the country; improve customers' satisfaction; boost the communities we serve; and, create more and better jobs in rail. For more information go to Britain Runs on Rail.
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Watch Benedict Cumberbatch fluff his lines in the Avengers: Infinity War bonus features trailer
The new Blu-ray commentary also reveals a clever Cumberbatch Easter egg left out of the movie
Benedict Cumberbatch's Dr Strange can summon space portals, cast kick-ass spells and deploy the mysterious Cloak of Levitation – but even he can fluff his lines.
Case in point: the trailer for Marvel's Avengers: Infinity War's digital and Blu-ray release, a sneak peek at the two hours' worth of making-of features, deleted scenes and bloopers. And it's in the latter where we can see Cumberbatch slurring his own name while striding towards camera. Because even the pros mess up sometimes.
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Interestingly, the DVD director's commentary reveals a classic Cumberbatch Easter egg that didn't make it to the film. Remember the scene when Strange and Robert Downey Jr's Tony Stark first meet in New York? Co-director Joe Russo and writer Christopher McFeely said they originally planned Stark to drop a reference to a role both actors have shared.
"Should've said, 'No s***, Sherlock,'" McFeely noted. "Everybody really wanted that joke."
So why was it dropped? "It's a meta-joke that requires you to be a fan of other movies," McFeely explained.
Russo added: "It is also a very obvious joke. Not that we can't be accused of having made obvious jokes before."
Cumberbatch, of course, played a modern-day Holmes in BBC's Sherlock series, while Downey played a Victorian version of the super-sleuth in two Guy Ritchie movies, in 2009 and 2011.
So there you have it: Marvel films may be stuffed with quips and pop-culture references, but there's some fruit simply too low to take.
Avengers: Infinity War is available digitally now and on Blu-ray from 14th August