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The INSIDER Summary:
- Model Kelly Brook was recently accused of altering her body in an Instagram photo of her wearing a swimsuit.
- In the past, Brook has admitted to using Photoshop.
- However, on August 28, she denied the recent accusations of using Photoshop over Twitter.
- "No photoshop! I have been Juicing and Detoxing dropping 3-4KG Feeling Amazing and am proud of my Body [sic]," she wrote.
Model Kelly Brook has had enough of body-shamers.
Since July, she's been targeted by online bullies who continue to post vicious comments under her bikini pictures on Instagram.
Making another attempt to defend herself, Brook took to Twitter on August 28 to shut down rumors that she recently used Photoshop to alter her famous body.
The tweet, which we first read about on Look, had over 9,000 likes at the time of this post.
—Kelly Brook (@IAMKELLYBROOK) August 28, 2017
"No photoshop! I have been Juicing and Detoxing dropping 3-4KG Feeling Amazing and am proud of my Body [sic]," she wrote.
On August 29, Brook was accused of editing this Instagram post to enhance her curves and make herself look slimmer.
Focusing on the middle image, some believed that the deck she is standing on looks distorted.
Earlier in August, Brook deleted one of her bikini pictures after a slew of online bullies suggested that she lose weight. One user even wrote that Brook looked like a "beached whale."
Hitting back on Brook's behalf, fans flooded her comments in support. One person took an extra step to tweet the model's original Instagram photo with an encouraging message:
—Jamie Jones 🔞 (@SawyerNo1Fan) July 31, 2017
"Let the haters hate Kelly, they're just missing out on what the rest of us enjoy!" they wrote.
Ultimately, Brook responded on Twitter to thank those who came to her defense.
—Kelly Brook (@IAMKELLYBROOK) July 31, 2017
"I have Lovely Smart people follow me on social media who i like talking with! I will not let the negativity of a few stop me sharing [sic]," she wrote.
Although the model has denied using Photoshop on this occasion, she has admitted to airbrushing her photos in the past.
"Sometimes if I see a picture and I can make it a bit better then I will, like everyone else does," she said in a 2016 interview with The Sun's Fabulous magazine. "I've been Photoshopped in every picture since I started modelling. I [don't] see any problem with it."
Regardless of whether or not someone has edited their appearance, body-shaming is never okay. Moreover, it's important to remember that no one — celebrities included — is required to respond to comments on their body or explain themselves at all.
A representative for Kelly Brook did not immediately reply to INSIDER's request for comment.


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Simple game with simple control, no complicated rules or menus, just tilt the device left to right or use your finger to change directions and race. Check out who is the one who get's the most far distance!
– Drive random tiny cars witch appears in each race.
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– Four themes supported.
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In the following articles I will introduce three types (levels) of mindful communication and one fundamental skill inherent in each of them.
'Mindless' communication plays a crucial role in our personal problems, interpersonal conflicts and global crises. On the other hand, 'mindful' communication is effective at cultivating understanding, rapport, trust and responsiveness – which are valuable attributes in any relationship, business, leadership and negotiation, as well as in wholesome parenting, teaching, training, mentoring, coaching and counselling.
Mindful Communication means listening and speaking with compassion and kindness while holding a specific type of awareness. The means to achieve this and the value of that 'special' awareness are outlined within the descriptions of the three types of mindful communication in the links below –


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Thumbnails tell a story and make an emotional connection? Aerial photos and videos give a unique perspective. This type of photography will enhance the client's emotional connection.
The average attention span of a goldfish is nine seconds while a human's attention span is only eight seconds. Therefore, if you're going to make an emotional connection with your intended audience you have eight short seconds to make an impression. Seems like, aerial photos allow your clients to make an emotional connection to the property almost instantly.
Still images cannot describe the house, property and the neighborhood. The emotional brain processes visual information in one tenth of the time. If a picture is worth a thousand words, you will be wise to include aerial photography in your next listing. Listings need a visual punch to stand out from all the other mundane listings. The best listings contain the facts of the home and use videos tell story of the property. Mediocrity does not compel people to buy. Homes must make an emotion connection to the buyer.
Home purchasing's comes with a lot of anxiety. Since, the key to successful closings is turning the anxiety to a tangible emotional connection. Most noteworthy, clients visually dream about the home. Thus, the less anxiety through negotiating and closing process. Successful sales people know how to 'ENGAGE' their clients emotionally. Hence, the affirming process is very important aspect of the purchasing process. An important aspect of the purchasing process involve the customers imagination. People will be more likely to purchase if they visualize themselves living in the home. In conclusion, aerial photos will help this process.
Studies show that buying decisions are always the result of a change in the customer's emotional state. While, the information may help change that emotional state. Therefore, it's the emotion that's important not the information. Also, studies show that buying decisions are 20% logic and 80% emotional connection. Most of all, listing's and aerial photos need to be striking. Seems like, we are visual generation.


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Aren't we fortunate?
I have just posted out emails to all members on email and had a lot bounce back.
If you know members on email who complain they don't get emails from the club, please ask them to email me so I can add or correct their addresses. Ta Allan.
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We have selected four videos that touch on subjects like using Engine Cleaner on wheel wells, Leather 3-in-1 on leatherette and vinyl, Speed Shine on chrome, and whether BOSS Finishing Cream is also a wax. Keep your eyes peeled for more info-laden footage in the future.
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Investigation continues into double murder
Delaware State Police homicide detectives this week were conducting an investigation into the murder of two Millsboro men after the men were found dead inside of a Millsboro residence early Tuesday morning.
Police were called to the residence on Harmons Mill Road on Jan. 14 at 1:08 a.m., after a family member of one of the victims, Cletis. T. Nelson, 29, found his body and that of 27-year-old William Hopkins.
According to the DSP, the family member had been unable to contact Nelson and went to the residence, where they found the two deceased victims and contacted DSP.
"Both victims were pronounced dead inside of the residence," said Sgt. Paul Shavack, director of public information for the Delaware State Police.
The bodies were to be removed from the residence, where the two men where living, and turned over to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner for a determination of the exact cause and manner of their death.
According to police, there was no indication of forced entry into the home, and they had no information on any suspects in the case.
"It does not appear to be a random act, at this time," said Shavack. "But the investigation is dynamic and ongoing, with further information to be released as the investigation progresses and it becomes available."
The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner classified the cause and manner of death of both victims as a double homicide, with both victims suffering multiple gunshot wounds to the upper body.
"[Some] details we may withhold," Shavack noted. "I don't want to speculate in this case, but in similar cases our investigators withhold some of those details as to not compromise any ongoing interviews or future interviews. Some of those details, the suspect may only know. Once they're satisfied that we're able to release that information, we'll release it."
Police have released very few details surrounding the murders, which Shavack said is due to the ongoing investigation.
"This is considered an active and ongoing investigation by the Delaware State Police Homicide Unit. Detectives have been given assignments, and there is a considerable amount of work and interviews to be conducted to determine the circumstances surrounding this incident. We are actively engaged with the investigation, following leads and conducting interviews. I do not want to jeopardize any of these efforts by discussing the investigative details."
Police said they will rely on investigative measures, as well as the public's help, to identify those who may be involved in the murders.
"We start with the preliminary information and the investigative evidence and look at that. Also, tips from the public help us out a lot. We also have other investigative measures or tools that we utilize to track down the suspect."
Shavack added that it is important for citizens to keep a watchful eye on their homes and community, and report any suspicious activity that may be occurring.
"We continue to remind the public that the first priority to reducing the risk of becoming a victim of crime is becoming aware of your surroundings. Utilize situational awareness when out and about, but also at home. We remind the pubic, do not answer the door to strangers. Be on the lookout for suspicious activity, in and around your home and your neighborhood.
"Call police to report any suspicious activity," he urged. "Don't hesitate to do that."
Police asked that anyone who has any information regarding the incident contact the Delaware State Police Homicide Unit's Detective Fred Chambers, at (302) 388-0196 or by using the Delaware State Police Mobile Crime Tip Application, available to download at, www.delaware.gov/apps. Information can also be provided to the Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or online at www.tipsubmit.com. Anonymous tips may also be sent by text, to 274637 (CRIMES) using the keyword "DSP."


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U.S. Navy Band Great Lakes performing in Sault Ste. Marie, August 3-4!
SAULT STE. MARIE, MICHIGAN - Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan will be buzzing with activity during the first annual Sault Ships and Sailabration event, a combination of traditional Downtown Days and History Fest, among other annual happenings.
The most exciting happenings to take place during the two-day Sailabration include multiple performances by the U.S. Navy Band Great Lakes, and excursions on the Inland Seas, a tall sailing ship.
Sault Ships and Sailabration's downtown activities include the annual Slashin' Ashmun Auto Show, the Lock City Motorcycle and Scooter Show, multiple children's games and activities, old-fashioned sidewalk sales, and of course U.S. Navy Band performances.
History Fest will take place on historic Water Street just a few blocks from downtown, and will feature a native encampment, historic re-enactors, and will also serve as the docking site for the tall ship, nearby at the Kemp Marina.
For a full and detailed schedule of each day's events, please visit www.downtownsault.org/events/sault-shipssailabration/.
To learn more about Sault Ships and Sailabration, or to register as a vendor, please contact Justin Knepper at the Sault Ste. Marie Downtown Development Authority, (906)635-6973.


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Table of Contents
- CEDAW: ratified on 26 March 2004 without reservations
- Optional Protocol to CEDAW: not ratified
- National CEDAW report (2013)
- Maputo Protocol: ratified on 5 October 2012
- United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325 (UNSCR 1325): no National Action Plan
- Gender Coordination Unit, Deputy Prime Minister's Office
- National Gender Policy 2010
Social Institutions
The Social Institutions and Gender Index (SIGI) measures gender-based discrimination in social norms, practices and laws across 160 countries. The SIGI comprises country profiles, a classification of countries and a database; it serves as a research, policy and advocacy tool for the development community and policy makers. The SIGI covers five dimensions of discriminatory social institutions, spanning major socio-economic areas that affect women's lives: discriminatory family code, restricted physical integrity, son bias, restricted resources and assets, and restricted civil liberties. The SIGI's variables quantify discriminatory social institutions such as unequal inheritance rights, early marriage, violence against women, and unequal land and property rights.
In the Social Institutions and Gender Index 2014 Edition , Swaziland has medium levels of discrimination against women in social institutions. It has lower discrimination in son bias and higher discrimination in restricted civil liberties. Read the full country profile and access the data here: http://www.genderindex.org/country/swaziland
Key Gender StatisticsWorld Bank (2015), World Development Indicators (database), http://data.worldbank.org/products/wdi (accessed16 July 2015).
- There is no recent data available on primary school enrolment rates.
- In 2012, the ratio of female to male secondary enrolment was 120%.
- In 2012, 39% of girls were enrolled in secondary school compared to 33% of boys.
- In 2010, 82% of women aged 15+ were literate compared to 84% of men.
- In 2010, women and men had on average 5 years of schooling.Barro R. and J.W. Lee (2014), Educational Attainment Dataset, v.2.0, http://www.barrolee.com/.
- In 2013, there were 120 maternal deaths, representing 310 deaths for 100 000 births.
- In 2013, the adolescent fertility rate was 69 births per 1 000 adolescent girls.
- In 2010, 13% of women had an unmet need for family planning.
- In 2013, 45% of the female working-age population was part of the labour force, while 73% of the male working-age population was part of the labour force.
- In 2013, women represented 39% of the total labour force.
- There is no recent data available on women's share of vulnerable employment.
- There is no recent data available on women's share of agricultural employment.
See Also
- The Gender and Land Rights Database
- Women, Business and the Law, 2012
External Links
- Social Institutions and Gender Index (SIGI)
- Gender and Land Rights Database
- Women, Business and the Law: Creating economic opportunity for women
- OECD Development Centre (2015), African Economic Outlook, Country Profiles
- MDG Report 2014: Assessing Progress in Africa toward the Millennium Development Goals
- Make Every Woman Count (2014), African Women's Decade 2010-2020, 2014 Annual Review


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Marketing your product is vital in the business world. At MWBEzone.com, you can find grants that help enhance the marketability of products or improve marketing strategies for businesses. MWBEzone.com is a site dedicated to minorities and women, especially those with small businesses, where you may search from hundreds of grants to select the right one for you.
Marketing 101
Sounds like a college class, right? Well, there are a few things your business can pick up from a marketing class. According to SBA.gov, there are two overseeing principles to marketing:
- Because you must reel in customers and keep them in order to grow, all of your codes and actions should be aimed at gratifying the needs of your customers.
- Profitable sales are more valuable than maximum sales.
To successfully apply these principles, a business should do the following:
Conduct Market Research
Market research is most easily conducted through customer questionnaires. Questionnaires and surveys are used across the world by many different businesses. Even industries like public health use surveys to discover problems in the delivery of healthcare. When conducting market research, be aware of the local economic climate and look into the market strategies of your competitors.
Develop A Market Strategy
A Marketing strategy focuses on a group of customers better served by you than by your competitors. The strategy should be directed to unmet customer needs with the most possible profitability.
Complete Target Marketing
Target marketing is best suited for small businesses rather than large corporations. By focusing on a few key market segments, small investments can reap the most return. There are 2 types of segmentation used in target marketing:
- Local segmentation
- Consumer segmentation
Local segmentation is the specialization of serving a population within a certain geographical location. Consumer segmentation is the identification and targeting of a group of people most likely to buy your product. When considering consumer segmentation, think of the characteristics a person interested in your product would possess.
Identify A Market Mix
Every marketing program has the following four keys:
- Products and Services
- Promotion
- Price
- Distribution
Marketing Program
Together, all of the aforementioned elements create a marketing program. You can alter and apply them as you progress. As your data and results change, you must remember to adjust your business accordingly.
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|Sat 26 Nov 2016, 8:00pm–12:00am
Additional fees may apply
Sons of Zion with special guest performances by Common Unity, Nofo Lameko, DJ Watties.
VIP Tickets Include:
- Exclusive Pre-Party
- Meet & Greet with Artists
- VIP Pass & Lanyard
- VIP only after party at Mint Cafe & Bar featuring Chad Chambers & Israel Starr
Still pumped from back-to-back tours of Hawaii and the North Island, Sons of Zion have announced a one-off show in Whanganui.
New Zealand's favourite sons of reggae will play a Hungover Tour encore show at The Whanganui War Memorial Hall.
The band (Rio Panapa, Samuel Eriwata, Joel Latimer, Zane Graham, Caleb Haapu and Matt Sadgrove) have spent the year playing to audiences around the globe, including a recent tour in Hawaii, shows in Australia and their 17-date sold out Hungover Tour of the North Island.
With a new album on the way, and a bunch of slots at some of summer's biggest festivals, including One Love in Tauranga on Waitangi weekend 2017, Sons of Zion will first make a whirlwind visit to Whanganui to show some love to their Whanganui fans.
Sons of Zion have gone from strength to strength since forming in 2007 and releasing their debut self-titled album in 2009. They hit their stride three years later with the release of the hit song 'Good Love', which has since clocked up an astounding 1.1 million plus views on YouTube. They followed it up with the equally successful 'Tell Her', scoring #1 Airplay on the NZ charts.
Their sophomore album Universal Love debuted at #3 on the Top 40 Album Chart, with the single 'Superman' establishing them as one of the country's leading roots, reggae bands.
Presented by: Native Sound System
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Kolkata, July 9 :
The Calcutta High Court Wednesday asked the West Bengal government to spell out its stand on the rape-and-violence remarks made by Trinamool Congress Lok Sabha member Tapas Paul.
On a writ petition filed by an advocate, Justice Dipankar Datta sought to know the state government's position on the remarks by the Krishnanagar MP which have been aired by TV channels across the country.
"Today, somebody is going around saying he will murder and rape. The state will have to take a stand on this," Justice Datta said, hearing the petition of advocate Samit Sanyal, a resident of Krishnanagar in Nadia district.
Justice Datta told state government pleader Ashok Banerjee that though he had the responsibility to defend his client, he also has a responsibility towards the society and the people.
The matter will again be taken up July 17.
Advocate Subrata Mukherjee, who represented the petitioner, said Paul's comments had far-reaching consequences. Though the constitution grants the right to free speech, it comes with reasonable restriction.
But Banerjee pleaded that the matter be considered as a public interest litigation, and not a writ petition.
Paul was caught on tape exhorting his party workers to kill CPI-M activists even as he himself asserted that he would gun down his rivals and let loose his "boys" to rape CPI-M women.
Notwithstanding the countrywide clamour for Paul's arrest and expulsion from parliament, the Trinamool has sought to end the matter with an apology which he tendered to his party and the media.
Paul has now been admitted to a Kolkata nursing home for "high blood pressure".
However, West Bengal's opposition parties claimed it was only an excuse to stay away from parliament, which is now in session.


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Ok, so now that I've finally made the last trek to my car for more art supplies to clutter my bedroom...I have recovered my sketch of the day. I drew this while Curtis and I sat at Cutter's Point discussing styles and techniques.
Not safe for some settings, so I apologize in advance. It's tasteful but still potentially risque.


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This moving historical account, drawn from the memories of those whose lives Dawson touched and from the author�s firsthand knowledge, will both encourage you in your faith and inspire you to action.
From his youth as a liar, gambler, and pool shark to manhood as an indefatigable witness for his Lord Jesus Christ, Dawson Trotman revolutionized the practice of evangelism and founded one of the most widespread and respected Christian organizations in the world today.
What moved and motivated this extraordinary man of God? In Daws, you'll experience the convictions and passions that guided Trotman's life: his deep love of God's Word, his lifelong dedication to prayer, and his determination to live out the Great Commission.CONTENTS:
"Dawson Trotman provides an example of what God can do with consistent commitment, purposeful passion, and relentless perseverance. His simple message--profoundly reflected in this book--that memory of and meditation upon Scripture will be a catalyst to a life of significance and service in the Kingdom of God. This commitment led me to reflect more than once throughout the book that all that Daws accomplished was without many of the advantages of today (the Internet, modern communication, etc.). And yet, my conclusion is that his commitment, passion and perseverance led to his significance and that the present day is so lacking in such individuals in large part because of the distractions that come with our heightened advantages. We are but children in the use of such tools. It is like 16-year-olds being given high performance sports cars with nowhere of note to travel. This book has been a major wake-up call for me to take note of the simple message that God's Word is worthy of great personal sacrifice and obedience. " - Mike Beavers
"Reading Daws opened my eyes to one of the major purposes in God's plan for the life of his people - to reach others with his love. Daws is an extremely well written biography that takes you inside Dawson Trotman's life and experience, but also takes you into his thoughts, showing you how he changed over a lifetime to understand the mission which had captured his heart - to know God and make Him known.
Towards the end, the book grows too focused on events on not on Daws' life, but it is otherwise an impacting, convicting, and inspirational read. A very worthwhile biography for anyone seeking to know God and make Him known. " - Matthew Green
Daws "is a fascinating story as told by a colleague who worked with him for many years...Ms. Skinner's book captures her subject's zest for life, his phenomenal energy, and also his faults."-Family Life
The author's "observations and judgments...contribute to making this a remarkably well-balanced account. These prevent it from becoming just another bland biography of a great man by an admiring disciple...Few will come away from the book without being challenged to reexamine the quality of their own spiritual lives."-Dr. Richard V. Pierard, professor of History, Indiana State University


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There is this magical place just south of my apartment in Minneapolis called France 44. If I had to design my own personal heaven, it would probably mimic this shop. If you enter to the right, you can find copious amounts of fine wines from every region across the globe, as well as select, rare, craft beers – the kind my brother covets, hunts, and trades for. (The world of hard-core craft beer seekers is scary. Surly Darkness Day anyone? I'll save that for another blog post…) Back to the cheese.
If you enter to the left of France 44, you'll be greeted by the friendliest cheese-loving man that ever walked the planet. He knows the story of every block of cheese that sits below the wooden chopping block. "Well, this cheese was produced by the son of a cheese maker in southern France. The young boy grew up watching his father make cheese, and he wanted to produce his own. He named the cheese Challerhocker – which translates to Cellar Dweller. We can only assume the young boy spent many of his days in the cellar where his father stored his cheese, which inspired the name of the cheese, and the packaging itself. See the image of a young boy on the rhine. Here, have a sample."
Can I have 14 more? K, thanks. Also, marry me?
The cheese side of France 44 is an exquisite European-style deli where they sell an assortment of finely-crafted, artistic nine-grain crackers, tomato-vodka sauces, rigatoni noodles, and almond-butter spreads. The kind of items that Ina Garten would casually have on hand at her Chateau in Chamonix. In addition, they craft some of the most delectable sandwiches I have ever consumed – my favorite being the classic Prosciutto and Brie. This sandwich is an absolute testament to "less is more." Layers upon layers of practically translucent prosciutto, a pungent but creamy brie spread, and a small drizzle of virgin olive oil across both side of the ciabatta loaf.
This sandwich is no joke. I dream about this sandwich on a fairly regular basis.
I'm rarely convinced to sway from my dream sandwich, despite dozens of other brilliantly blended cheese and meat combinations on their menu. But "Cheese Man" (as I call him) persuaded me on my last visit. He pointed to the Apple & Melted Cheddar sandwich – their much anticipated Fall special."We only buy apples from one local orchard here in Minnesota. It's the only place we will buy apples. So we buy what we need, and when the apples are gone, the sandwich is gone. And the people go crazy, and we simply have to tell them to come back next fall." I felt a strong surge of competitiveness flow through my fingers. I WOULD eat that apple sandwich. I opted for the honey ham add-on. Completely worth it.
While I waited for my sandwich to be prepped, Cheese Man and I talked about the best fondues for New Year's Eve parties and appropriate smoked sausage pairings. He knows a personal story for each and every tubular meat in his cooler. I can recall obscure details like the middle name of a client's daughter and her softball team mascot. But I'd much rather know "useless" facts about the two brothers from upper state New York that quit being hockey players to make smoked meats (I honestly can't remember if this was the exact story..but I do remember being blown away by the intricate details Cheese Man knew about every sausage-maker's life. Like…does he personally know all these meat men? Is there a Cheese Man and Meat Man convention I can go to? Where do these people hang out?)
I regress.
It's these subtle knowledge bombs that have solidified France 44 as more than just a deli – it's an endearing and educational experience that I look forward to on a weekly basis. Bi-weekly if my wallet can afford it. Cuz it's not just the sandwich….I always convince myself that I must support local farmers and buy the $26 block of gouda and a side of herb & salmon creme spread…
Everything there is an art. It's deliberate. It's authentic. There's so much pride that resonates inside the four walls of that deli – and it's evident in the stories they tell about each and every product that they sell. I wish I took as much pride as France 44 did in my…well…everything.
France 44 is more than just a food & beverage service stop to me. It's a haven that reminds me that life's greatest pleasures can be found in simple moments, if I would just take a couple minutes to listen.
I've found many gems like this exist in Minneapolis. But much like the Minnehaha Falls, many of my native Minnesota friends know nothing of these places. They live their whole lives in Edina, yet don't know about France 44. To all my Minneapolis friends – I suggest you find a bike with a basket, maneuver around Lake Harriet, and indulge in picnic essentials from France 44, before the brutal winter officially commences. You'll be pleased to know they also have a happy hour.
And if you find yourself as one of my lucky couch surfers, I guarantee I will bring you to France 44. You get the green olives, I'll get the gouda. We won't even need sandwiches after consuming all the complimentary cheese samples.
Note to the reader: I was not paid to write this post. And I'm fairly certain Cheese Man is happily married. But that would have made for a good love story, no?


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Good information security leadership demands focus on shared knowledge
At a SANS event, former NSA cybersecurity boss Tony Sager said effective information security leadership requires a holistic, disciplined approach.
BOSTON -- One of information security's most venerable thought leaders believes the evolution of leadership in the industry has reached a turning point and without a disciplined, holistic approach emphasizing shared knowledge, enterprise security programs will never achieve their desired results.
Good judgment comes from great experience; unfortunately, great experience comes from bad judgment.
Tony W. Sager,
director, SANS Innovation Center
During a keynote Wednesday at the SANS Security Leadership Summit, SANS Innovation Center director Tony W. Sager drew from his 30-plus years at the National Security Agency's defense-focused Information Assurance Directorate (IAD)-- a decade of which was spent running IAD -- to highlight the biggest challenges facing today's infosec leaders.
Sager said leaders like him with several decades of experience were forged during the 1970s and '80s, a simpler time when infosec was largely a government endeavor, led by the NSA, tasked with defending against a singular Cold War-era enemy. Society is different today, he said, and despite the rapid pace of technological evolution, the problems facing information security leadership are rooted less in technology and more in managing dynamic business problems and unpredictable users.
"Good judgment comes from great experience; unfortunately, great experience comes from bad judgment," Sager said. To be an effective infosec leader, "you have to make a lot of mistakes to be able to learn from them."
Emphasizing communications, incentives
Sager's talk highlighted key points in his career when he pursued resolutions to problems in a way that either drew from existing community knowledge or led to new frameworks that helped others solve the same problem.
"What I thought about was, what problems should I not have to solve on my own," said Sager, "and if I could, is there a greater good in doing this as part of a larger community focus? The more consistent we are in solving these problems; the better it is for everyone."
During Sager's early days managing the NSA's mythic Red Team -- the IAD group that uses adversarial techniques to find the weaknesses in government cybersecurity systems -- found many vulnerabilities, but few were ever fixed. He soon realized that the group not only had no incentive to ensure that flaws were fixed, but also often had to work through a maze of bureaucracy to determine which government agency could affect each necessary change.
Sager said he eventually managed to change how the Red Team's success was measured, shifting the focus to problems that it helped to fix. Realizing that about half of the Red Team's findings needed to be conveyed to someone besides the owner of the affected system, he also worked to foster a culture that downplayed specific exercises in favor of identifying stakeholders and working with them to achieve joint goals.
One of the biggest, government-wide infosec problems he encountered was the lack of consistent software configuration standards, particularly on desktop computers. Each agency was on its own to configure its machines securely and according to Sager, few were up to the challenge. System admins often didn't know how to implement secure configurations, or lacked the bandwidth to do so.
"We would ship machines to every poor, undertrained, underappreciated sysadmin in the DoD," Sager said. "They were these out-of-the-box, unconfigured versions of Microsoft Windows, and it was too much to ask them to manage this on their own."
Over time, that led to the creation of the Federal Desktop Core Configuration mandate and eventually the broader U.S. Government Configuration Baseline. Getting there, Sager said, required many government cybersecurity leaders to convince Microsoft and other IT vendors that selling pre-configured IT systems according to a limited number of baselines would actually save them money.
"The response from Microsoft was, 'You government guys don't get it. Every time you change configurations, things break,'" Sager said. "But eventually they realized that by having five or 10 or 15 configurations, based on roles, it cuts costs and streamlines their relationships."
The two keys to making it happen, Sager said, was the unified leadership throughout the government and private sector joining together to make the case to the vendors, and identifying the specific configurations so the vendors understood what was involved.
Good security leaders never work alone
Though the abundance of information resources available to information security leaders today may be seen by some as a positive, it's arguably made the job of managing infosec organizations even harder.
"Never before have we had so many tools, so much information, so many products and services. We are drowning in an incredible array of data meant to help us," Sager said, "and yet the problem seems to be getting worse faster than it's getting better."
Sager said information security leaders suffer from a "fog of war" effect not unlike combat commanders. Because it's so difficult to deal with the volume of data available, leaders struggle to identify the best course of action, resulting in imperfect decision making.
Sager's own struggles in this area eventually led to the creation of the SANS Top 20 Critical Security Controls, a set of broadly applicable defensive measures. He encouraged infosec leaders to adopt the controls as a tenant of their programs because they can help organizations prioritize, implement, sustain and automate standards-based defensive practices that have been proven to thwart the majority of cyberattacks.
Having worked with some incredibly powerful and effective leaders within the U.S. military "with many stars on their shoulders," Sager said the most common flaw among them was being great at identifying new things to do, but not so great at deciding what to stop doing.
"I've worked with amazingly brilliant people, but they don't see the problem that the workforce is already stretched," Sager said. "So I would say, 'give us some help in what we can stop doing.' Because if everything is important, nothing gets done."


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They say female sexuality is mysterious. Olivia Davis explores some things about female sexuality and anatomy even she didn't know.
I hope you don't learn anything from this article, but if you do I hope you'll tell your friends.
When I was four years old, my mother got pregnant with my oldest brother. In order to explain what was happening to her only child, my mother got me a book. It was about pregnancy, but was written specifically for young children. I pored over it, absorbing information. It was fascinating to me. I can still recall some of the illustrations: it had black and white photos of sperm fertilizing an egg and the subsequent cell division, diagrams of reproductive systems, and pictures of a pregnant woman in profile showing the fetus growing within her. I remember knowing the word "embryo." I don't remember my mom and I ever talking about the book, but I know that if I'd had questions, she would have answered them for me.
That my mom bought her four-year-old a book with a picture of a penis in it tells you a lot about her: she's pretty amazing; accurate information is really important to her; she values learning from books, etc. It also tells you about me: I have, for all of my life, been exceptionally well-educated about reproduction. I feel like I've always known where and what the clitoris is. As an adult, sex and gender have become important interests of mine. I've learned an awful lot about them. So I'd really expect that I should know most of what I need to know about my own body, especially with regards to sex.
And yet I'm still learning. I've picked up a startling amount of information in just the past six months. And not just kinky shit like "urethral sounding is something you can do to ladies," stuff I think I should have known. Stuff somebody should have told me. And I'm mad that I didn't know. The following is an informal survey of things I was wrong about until recently, as well as times when I could have been set straight.
The Hymen
What I thought: The hymen a thin membrane that covers the vaginal opening internally. PIV sex will "pop" it, but you can break it by doing all sorts of things, including gymnastics, horseback riding, and having bicycle accidents. All girls with hymens are PIV virgins, but not all girls without them aren't. Hymens sometimes bleed when broken, but not always. Breaking a hymen may be extremely painful, or it may not be.
What's true: Hymens are a thin membrane that cover part of the vaginal opening, not all of it. Excepting unusual anatomical circumstances, there is always at least a small opening. Hymens, therefore, aren't "popped," they're torn, and sometimes they can be grown back. If you're very careful with a hymen, and warm it up over a long enough period, you can successfully engage in PIV intercourse (or intercourse with a strap-on) without ever tearing it.
When I should have been told: I'm willing to cut the universe some slack on this one. First of all, I wasn't grossly misinformed. I knew a fair amount that it would have been easy to be mistaken about. I also always knew that people with hymens could use tampons because I did it myself. From that, I deduced that there was an opening big enough to put a tampon or fingers in, but not big enough for a penis. But information was never explicit enough for me to put two and two together—to actually realize that the hymen wasn't what I'd thought it was. This could have been clarified in a sex education class in high school, or the during "maturation" program I had in sixth grade that told me about my period. My parents might also have told me during "the sex talk," or when I first bought tampons. I'm not sure if they knew, though.
Vaginal Looseness
What I thought: You can stretch out your vagina by putting large things in it. If you do, sex with male partners will be less pleasurable for them since men enjoy vaginal tightness.
What's true: The vagina is a muscular organ. If you work at it, you can stretch it so that it can fit large things inside (e. g. fists, babies). You can also strengthen your vaginal muscles such that they can clamp tightly down on whatever you put inside. You can control of its capacity and tightness by exercising it, just like any other muscle. No vagina is irrevocably stretched out, or permanently tight.
When I should have been told: Sex ed again, or perhaps my first pap smear.
Periods and Birth Control
What I thought: Some hormonal birth control pills prevent the user from having a monthly period. Most do not. Though there's no medical reason to have a period, you can use hormonal birth control without interrupting your monthly cycle.
What's true: There's no medical reason to have a monthly period—as evidenced by the fact that women who take hormonal birth control do not have them. The monthly bleeding they may experience is called "withdrawal bleeding." While it's not a period, it is a good indicator that you're not pregnant: regular vaginal bleeding during pregnancy is very unlikely.
When I should have been told: The times I've been prescribed birth control. Informational packets about my birth control pills. While looking up information about my medication.
Female Ejaculation
What I thought: There is no such thing.
What's true: While not all women can ejaculate, the Skene's gland, or "female prostate" on the anterior wall of the vagina may produce fluid during sex. This gland may make up all or part of the "G-spot." It is more apparent in some women than others. The amount of fluid produced is dependent on the woman, but is often a few tablespoons' worth. It may be expelled during orgasm, or before. While the fluid has some similar characteristics with urine, it is not urine.
When I should have been told: Sex education. Pamphlets at my university's health center, or Planned Parenthood. Websites about having safe, happy sexual relationships. Anywhere that told me that orgasms are mostly clitoral should also have told me that female ejaculation exists.
Autoimmune Progesterone Anaphylaxis
What I thought: There is no such thing.
What's true: If you go on hormonal birth control, your hormones and their levels change. If you stop taking hormonal birth control, they return to normal. This can trigger an allergic reaction, as your body now views its own hormones as foreign substances.
When I should have been told: Autoimmune progesterone anaphylaxis is a rare condition, and I'm not a person with many allergies. But two doctors have prescribed me birth control and I've read the informational packets that come with the pill. I've also done research about birth control pills while deciding what method of birth control would be best for me, and the term never came up. I first heard of autoimmune progesterone anaphylaxis when I told a friend I was writing this article and she replied that I should talk about the condition. She'd never heard of it until it was too late: an allergist mentioned it to her when she went to see him complaining of chronic hives.
Let me reiterate: I'm lucky. I had mostly good information on the things I knew about. I'd never have been in a position to think that swallowing semen could get you pregnant. Long before I ever had sex, I learned that most women only orgasm clitorally. I first learned the exact ways that AIDS can be transmitted from an educational TV show I watched when I was a kid (hi, Mom). I always knew that you couldn't catch it from a cough or toilet seat. And yet there's so much about my body, how it works, and how the medication I've taken for three years changes it. These things are important, be it for peace of mind, decision-making, or just knowing what's going on. But I didn't know. Not because I'm stupid. Not because I'm ignorant. Because no one told me and because even when I looked for information, it wasn't always there.
A lot of talk in feminism is about empowerment. It's about women—but also people—having control over themselves and their actions. It's about them being able to do what they want, regardless of gender. It's about fair treatment, fair access to knowledge, and a lack of arbitrary constraint. The ability to act as a free agent, even in defiance of social codes is empowerment. It's the gaining of confidence, where there was none before. It's necessary. Scarcity of information makes empowerment more difficult and lies—like the ones women are told about flappy vaginas, hotdogs, and hallways—are direct impediments to empowerment.
It may seem like I've framed this as a women's issue, but it isn't one. The absence of accurate information about women's bodies affects their male partners. It can help cause unwanted pregnancies and assists the spread of disease. Silence on the subject of sexual function also keeps men from knowing about their bodies, as well. Many men don't know about the prostate, for example. It makes people have worse sex than they might otherwise. Some myths and misconceptions about sex, like the fact that many people don't know that female ejaculation exists, are comparatively benign. Others, like the idea that AIDS can be cured by sex with a virgin, or drinking bleach, are actively harmful. This must end. Sex can't just be something we do, it has to be something we know about. Knowledge is a means to empowerment and empowerment is the goal.


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Reuben Margolin, Jennifer Higdon, Chemi Rosado, Sara Rahbar
Season 2 Episode 5 | 26m 51s
Reuben Margolin attempts to evoke the natural world with his kinetic sculptures. Composer Jennifer Higdon makes classical music, but still loves Beyonce. The art of skater/painter Chemi Rosado-Seijo is founded in community activism. Rahbar has found the antidote to her existential angst in her work.
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It turns out that my sister, who swore she would never try a gluten-free diet, is giving it a try. I don't know what all of her symptoms are, I just know she has not been feeling well and the doctors tell her she is just fine. She had a blood test for Celiac, some allergy, and her thyroid and all came up perfectly normal. They just assume that means there is nothing wrong but with the way she feels I'm sure she would tell you otherwise. I was looking up information on Celiac.com and found that a lot of people who are gluten-intolerant but don't have Celiac end up with negative blood tests. And my son also had a negative test result and he is extremely sensitive to it. So she has decided to try the gluten-free diet to see if it makes a difference. I hope she doesn't have it, but at the same time it would be a relief for her to find out what's wrong and be able to find a solution to it.
UPDATE: My sister has been feeling much better on a GF diet. She did a trial for a few weeks and then ate gluten again--not a good result. Of course, real results are complicated by the fact that she is in the first trimester of pregnancy so morning sickness doesn't really help. But she was convinced enough to avoid all her favorite foods. People just don't go on a GF diet because it's fun, you know? If you really do feel better it is worth it!


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A spokesperson for State Senator Kevin Parker claims his boss was FRAMED, and provided this diagram in his defense.
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News and Nonsense from the Brooklyn neighborhood of Lefferts and environs, or more specifically a neighborhood once known as Melrose Park. Sometimes called Lefferts Gardens. Or Prospect-Lefferts Gardens. Or PLG. Or North Flatbush. Or Caledonia (west of Ocean). Or West Pigtown. Across From Park Slope. Under Crown Heights. Near Drummer's Grove. The Side of the Park With the McDonalds. Jackie Robinson Town. Home of Lefferts Manor. West Wingate. Near Kings County Hospital. Or if you're coming from the airport in taxi, maybe just Flatbush is best.
Monday, December 19, 2016
Local Politicians Continue To Lavish Girts on Young Constituents
In blatant disregard for campaign finance laws, elected officials in Flatbush continue to "buy" future votes with cheap trinkets, sugary treats and lavish girts. While most politicians refuse to RECEIVE girts in exchange for their votes, it appears that the use of girts is still prevalent in the less scrutinized world of so-called GIRTS FOR VOTES going the other direction, especially in the case of vulnerable and impressionable children. Case in point:
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** CADPower V 15.17
CADPower is a general purpose productivity tool for .dwg CAD that runs on BricsCAD & AutoCAD. Here is a roundup of new features added in the past few days.
New command added: CP_RECTLB (CADPower -> Draw -> Geometry -> Rectangle with dimensions):
The CP_RECTLB command creates a rectangle and places a 'Length' X 'Breadth' annotation inside it. You can specify a primary drawing unit as well as additional alternate units and have the annotation appear in either one or both units. This is a 'quick and dirty tool' to draw and place measurements on rectangular spaces in m, mm, cm, ft, inches, yards or combinations of any of these two units to create a multi-units dimension. Additionally, options exist to annotate imperial units in the style 6' 6" or as 6.5 ft. This is a handy tool for architects and engineers.
New command added: CP_MARKLEVELS (CADPower -> Annotation -> Mark levels above-or-below a selected datum):
The CP_MARKLEVELS command is used to do ordinate dimension labelling using simple text objects. You are asked to specify a datum point. All other picked points are annotated with text representing height relative to the datum height. This is a very quick and handy tool to specify the height levels in geographic, piping or other machine drawings where heights need to be shown for purpose of assembly etc. There is also an option to change the annotation label units and display the levels in another unit. Supported units are mm, cm, m, in, ft and yards.
New command added: CP_UNITCONV (CADPower-> Conversion-> Units change):
The CP_UNITCONV command converts (scales) entities from one unit to another. Use this command to convert an etnire drawing or parts of drawing created in one units to another. The following units are supported: mm, cm, m, in, ft & yards.
Enhancement: (CP_LENTEXT: CADPower -> Annotation -> Create/update length annotation):
The CP_LENTEXT command has been enhanced. It is now possible to simply pick two points on the drawing and create a distance annotation between them. The earlier method of picking existing entities also is available. The two point pick is enabled by pressing ENTER when asked to select an entitiy to do distance annotation.
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Whether you are a student, a business professional, or a traveler, there is a language course in Guatemala that is right for you. There are Spanish courses available for all fluency levels, ages and time durations. Just select a course type from the list below to get started.
General Spanish courses are for adults who want to improve their speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills in Spanish. Most general Spanish courses are for adults age 16 and up. 2 - 48 week courses available. Most courses average 30 classes per week.
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First Aid Course Rhos on Sea HQ 17th February 2018
Gift Aid Workshop Colwyn Heights Community Centre 6th March 2018
Validations at Rhos on Sea HQ 1st Wed and Thur of every month (ring for a time slot) or by appointment 01492 532349
We can provide training for young leaders, we also welcome students who would like some experience working with children before starting their employment in education.
Most modules can be done on line including Safeguarding and Safety. Just print the certificate out when complete, have a chat to your training advisor to have it validated and then your record will be updated.
See what leaders who have attended courses have to say.
Had a brill weekend camping at Rowen Met some great new Friends and had such a laugh, and the best ever I have finally learned how to set a map and take a compass bearing..(.A big deal for me) (Tracy SL)
I enjoyed all of these day/evening events and made new friends at them all – it's nice to have people you can get in touch with for advice or ideas. (Mererid ABSL)
They have helped fuel new ideas for programmes, help me build confidence to lead with strength and knowledge and, more importantly, I feel that the Cubs have got more out of the evenings as a result of me taking part in these evenings. They are free and they are run by professional, friendly instructors. (Julie ACSL)
I went on the Nights Away weekend at Caeathro and really enjoyed the experience, coming from a non scouting background everything was new to me but I was included in everything and instantly became one of the family! I put up a tent by myself, made a fire and cooked an egg on it in a tin can and tied knots all for the 1st time. I must say that I will never forget that weekend – and all my friends know that too!!!
Modules can be done in other Areas / Counties and even Gilwell Park
The Module 38 course is not essential but it is recommended that all leaders who require a "Nights Away Permit" should attend, below is the information on how to gain a permit. The Permit allows competent adults who have demonstrated they have the right skills and attitude to lead events, without seeking any further permission.
The information below is here to give an overview of the Nights Away scheme and provide resource links to aid in the Nights Away scheme.
The Permit gives authority for an adult to lead Members under the age of 18 years on a nights away event in one or more of these four categories:
- Indoor – for any Sleepover, indoor Pack Holiday, youth hostelling or similar event.
- Camp Site – camping on sites where there are toilets, water and waste disposal facilities.
- Green Field – for camping where all facilities need to be provided by the camp team – for example, a summer camp on a farmer's field.
- Lightweight Expedition– for staying at any site for not more than one night before moving on. The core activity is a form of expedition, not residential, and all the equipment is transported with the participants. i.e. QSA/DOFE hikes, expedition hikes, canoe expeditions.
An individual who gains a Green Field Permit is entitled to lead nights away events in the other three categories. Similarly, where an individual gains a Camp Site Permit, they may also lead Indoor events.
Gaining a Permit
An adult wishing to gain a Permit should first read factsheet FS120801 (Nights Away Permit Scheme – Applicants' Guide) and then download the application form from the links below.
This Application Form is to be used to apply for a Nights Away Permit in any category. It can be filled in online to be sent as an email attachment to speed up the process if required, or printed off and sent as a hard copy. Details of the different types of category permit it is possible to apply for can be found in the factsheet FS120800 Nights Away Permit Scheme.
One of the first things you need to do is start a file on all the Nights Away events you have attended and in what role, also keep copies of programmes, catering arrangements etc even if you were not responsible for them.
All completed application forms should be sent direct to Geoff Powell by post to 44 Yerburgh Ave, Colwyn Bay LL29 7NB or email email@example.com
Summary of the Challenging Behaviour Course
Be careful not to be constantly telling off the disruptive child as this will make them worse. It's much better to praise the child when they do something right.
If we do tell them not to do something then give a reason why they should not do it.
Avoid a one to one confrontation but use peer pressure to settle any disputes when your sections Code of Conduct can be consulted.
Try and have a list of do's rather than don'ts on you Code of Conduct.
If a member continually affects the smooth running of your meeting then it's better that they asked to leave rather then lose some of your other members and possible leaders / helpers as well.
We need to inform our GSL or DC if we intend to ask a member to leave.
If the young people respect our leaders and helpers then the chances of poor behaviour is reduced.
If we are not respected then perhaps we need to look at our discipline but be careful not to rule with a rod of iron.
Prevention is better than the cure so don't have free time, keep them busy and involve all your section members in the planning of future programmes.
In your planning meetings have a large wooden spoon so that only the holder of the spoon is allowed to speak.
If you run a game where people get "knocked out" then arrange something to do for those out of the game.
If you have tried everything then ask your GSL or a leader from another section to attend one of your meetings.
Talk to the parent and agree that the problem child could perhaps attend part of the meeting for a while.
Keep your ceremonies short and strict; this is the one occasion when you can rule with a rod of iron. Don't use ceremony time to give out notices.
Correct discipline at the ceremonies will help in promoting good behaviour for the rest of the meeting.
Parents should be invited to their child's investiture ceremonies and together with any helpers should be asked to stand during the promise and prayers, it is vital that our ceremonies are correct and conducted with professionalism. (check your Colony, Pack or Troop Essentials).
All leaders should be included in ceremonies and not left chatting away at the back of the room which is unacceptable behaviour.
For good order at your meetings please read the following-
Managing behaviour in the Colony and Pack FS 155054
Promoting Good Behaviour in the Scout Troop FS 315066
Managing Behaviour FS 185090


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Looking for information on extending voting rights to 16- and 17-year-olds for local elections? You're in the right place. Find popular resources here, and don't hesitate to get in touch if you don't see what you're looking for.
Vote16USA and Other Resources
Vote16USA Fact Sheet
A one-page introduction to the Vote16USA initiative and the issue of lowering the voting age
"Young Voices at the Ballot Box: Advancing Efforts to Lower the Voting Age"
Vote16USA's comprehensive white paper on the issue
Why lower the voting age?
Four of the best reasons to lower the voting age in local elections
Action Toolkit
A guide to start advocating for Vote16 in your city
Field Guide: Best practices from previous local campaigns
Learn what made previous Vote16 efforts successful
Talking Points
Get prepared to speak about the issue. This material is frequently updated. Send us a message to request the latest talking points resource.
FairVote Resources
An excellent compilation of resources from FairVote, which played a vital role in the successful push to lower the voting age in Takoma Park
Padlet Site
Even more resources for you to use such as other city campaign documents, training materials, and templates for campaign planning
Academic Studies
‣ "In Defense of Lowering the Voting Age," an essay in the University of Pennsylvania Law Review
‣ A Rutgers study finding that 16- and 17-year-olds are ready to vote
‣ An Austrian study found that 16- and 17-year-olds voted just as responsibly as older voters
‣ A study from Denmark shows that turnout is higher among those who can vote at a younger age
‣ The Vote16USA white paper cites several other academic studies that demonstrate the benefits of lowering the voting age
Reports that have Recommended Lowering the Voting Age
‣ "All Together Now: Collaboration and Innovation for Youth Engagement," the 2013 report of the Commission on Youth Voting and Civic Knowledge, led by CIRCLE
‣ "Next Generation Blueprint for 2016," from the Roosevelt Institute


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Asia Gasoil Crack Drops; Naphtha Falls a Fifth Day: Oil Products
Asia refining margins from naphtha, gasoil and fuel oil fell shrank as oil outpaced fuel prices. Naphtha swaps fell for a fifth day.
Light Distillates
December swaps for naphtha, a petrochemicals and gasoline feedstock, fell 0.9 percent to $872.50 a metric ton at 10:39 a.m. Singapore time, according to data from PVM Oil Associates Ltd, a London-based broker. Prices dropped for a fifth day, the longest declining streak since Oct. 27.
The swaps value was at a premium of $25.45 a ton above Brent oil from $27.07 a ton at the end of Asian trading yesterday, according to data compiled by Bloomberg.
Naphtha swaps have gained 5.5 percent since Jan. 31, trailing Brent futures which have risen 11 percent over the same period on London's ICE Futures Europe exchange.
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Gasoil's premium to Dubai crude fell 43 cents, or 2.1 percent, to $19.67 a barrel, the lowest since Nov. 10, PVM data showed.
December swaps for gasoil decreased 85 cents, or 0.7 percent, to $128.95 a barrel, the first decline in three days. Prices have gained 25 percent so far this year.
Jet fuel's premium to gasoil, also known as the regrade, narrowed 10 cents to $1.30 a barrel.
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High-sulfur fuel-oil swaps slipped $6, or 0.9 percent, to $689.50 a ton, PVM data showed.
Fuel oil's discount to Dubai crude, a measure of refining losses from the fuel, widened 50 cents, or 19 percent, to $3.20 a barrel.
The premium of 180-centistoke fuel oil to the 380-centistoke grade was at $13.50 a ton, unchanged from yesterday.


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Normal carpet cleaning chemicals work pretty well on everything except red stains and iron stains (rust from the metal feet of a chair or table that was placed on moist carpet would be a common source of rust stains)
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– Organics like fruit juices, red wine (probably most common) and tomatoes
– Non – organics like red dyes (including dyes added to apple juice to mike it look like a more expensive juice ) and medicines.
A ) Get a specialized red dye spotter targeted for whichever type of stain. janitorial supply distributors, many carpet stores, possibly Home Depot or Menards, and many better hardware stores will stock these.
B) Follow label instructions.
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OMG…. It's really been a month since my last post? I guess it has….. Although I did take a bit of a break after finishing the living room, we have been hard at work figuring out the details of our next (and biggest) project…. The kitchen….
Devastated, Just Devastated…
Why America? Why????? Why?????
Why must so many American's be so f*cking boring when it comes to style and design? Why is our country always ten years behind Europe before finally adopting new ideas?
Last fall when we were at Ikea Elizabeth to order a kitchen for both the rental and for us, we found out they were discontinuing Akurum, the cabinet system they have sold in North America for the past 20 years and introducing a new system in February of this year
I'm Still Here… And There is More to Come…
Lest you think I have abandoned my new blog, rest assured, I have not.
Life has just been busy…. I mean like extremely busy. I have been too focused on other things to sit down and write. But I have several posts started, and there is much more to come… In the meantime, I am going to post a few teaser photos to keep you interested (I hope).
Week One – The Good, The Ugly, and the Unexpected Surprise
Well it has been eight days since we closed on our dream home, and the dreams are quickly (as expected) turning into reality. It feels like a lot has happened, yet if also feels like nothing has happened, as we begin to scratch the surface of all we want to accomplish at the new apartment.


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When Are Butternut Squashes Ready to Harvest?
Astronomically, we're now in Autumn, which means that harvesting time for our butternut squashes is upon us. According to seed packets, the varieties I've grown this year are ready to be picked between September and October.
Of course, these dates are only guidelines, and before I go eagerly picking my squashes, I need to look closely to make sure they're ready. Harvesting at the right time is important, and if I jump the gun and pick too early the squash's flavour won't have matured fully.
So how do you know when a butternut squash is ripe for harvesting?
Skin Condition and Colour
The skin of a squash is the best indicator as to whether the squash is ready. Give the squash a stroke to feel the skin. If the surface is hard and firm, the squash is good to go.
For me, colour is the biggest sign that a squash is okay to be picked. To begin with, a squash is a pale greeny colour, with vertical stripes, like the ones pictured below:
As the summer progresses, the stripes disappear and the squash turns the more familiar yellowy-orange colour. When the whole fruit is this colour, harvest the squash.
Is the Vine Still Alive?
Squash plants are sprawling plants, and will soon take over an area of your veg plot. Tracking your vines can take some effort, but checking on their condition between the squash and the plant will help decide whether to pick or not.
A dead or dying vine will be brown and withered. Once a vine dies, the squash will not grow any more, and is ready for harvesting.
What's the Weather Like?
The weather is also important when working out whether to harvest. Staying on the vine to fully ripen is key, but if the squash is picked too late into Autumn it may start to rot. This is often the case if the weather turns wet or frosty.
Should the ground become wet before the squash is ripe, try putting straw underneath the fruit to keep it off the surface.
A few day of warm, dry weather is also useful, as you can leave harvested squashes out in the sun to dry off.
Picking and Storing
When picking a squash, make sure you snip off above the hard, spiky stalky bit at the head of the fruit. This will help the squash keep better and prevent damage to the skin.
If you do harvest a squash before it is fully ripe, leave in a sunny spot to develop. This can help divert resources into the smaller squashes left on the plant.
Store in a cool, dry place over the winter. Try to keep the squashes from touching each other and they'll last right through until the next spring.
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Thanks for the advice! We have had a monsoony type of summer here in Washington State and I have been worried about the wetness sometimes, as my garden was focused mainly on squashes this year. This is the first year I have grown butternut squash and I have several.
This is very timely advice for me-thanks! I've got 8 butternut fruits grown on my next-door allotment but now my neighbour wants his land back and the butternuts could do with another 2or3 weeks. Now I feel a bit better about bringing them home. I'll leave them in the sun and hope they'll ripen enough to enjoy.i also have 3 pumpkins- picked green but they are all turning orange. I hope that means that they are ripening and getting a better flavour. Planted in a pit filled with horse muck and watered only until they established, they still did well. I'm thrilled!
I actually only have 5 (does that count as several?), possibly 6. Glad I checked them the other day and took your advice to protect their undersides, as we have had great gushes of rain lately. Next year I want to plant the big squash I had seen your pics of but cannot remember the name (Prince something?). I think I have to get seeds from a specialty shop as I haven't seen them in stores.
I think Crown Prince must be a cross between Autumn Crown and Prince Regent. I'd heard good things about it but couldn't get it to germinate – I tried with two whole packets over about 6weeks but all failed. I had some seeds replaced by Suttons and will try again next year. Any tips?
Thanks so much for the offer of seeds! If I cannot locate them in the U.S., I will beg from you for sure.
Just read a reason they might not germinate is they should be placed vertically when started instead of lying flat as they tend to rot before germination. Am going to try that.
I forgot to use your mom's method of planting squashes, so spent a considerable amount of time watering this summer. Am going to try it for certain next year, thanks!
hi there
this year I grew Waltham butternut Squash and the results were very good. the plants were healthy and had a lot of fruit on each plant however our problem seems to have been pollination because after getting a lot of fruit on each plant many just went soft and dropped off. The ones that did grow are big and fat. We had a very dry hot beginning to the summer followed by a sudden cold and wet patch where the bees just didn't show up this seemed to coincide with the bulk of our female flowers and of course hand pollination which is iffy at he best of times was impossible in the wet.
am I expecting too much for you to have a solution to this, it did also affect the rest of our squashes and cucumber, cucimelons and marrows. err we grow a lot, they store well and we like them. what wasn't affected too much were the apple cucumbers and the lemon sparkle cucumbers.
I planted 2 Waltham butternut squash plants straight into a big manure pile from our pigs and have pretty much just ignored them over the months, the plant is now begining to die back and has revealed about 20 big fat squash, unfortuanetly they are not quite ripe enough to harvest yet. Would it be best to leave the squash in-situ until the plant completely dies back or crop them now and store to ripen.


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Pregnant women, the elderly and even adults are prone to hemorrhoids. This is a painful condition marked by swollen rectal veins. The inflammation is commonly caused by tremendous pressure on the veins. There are two basic types of hemorrhoids: external and internal. Each has its own hemorrhoid treatment but both can be caused by the same factors as well as avoided through similar indicates.
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Tuesday, March 4, 2014
Rupauls Drag Race Season 6 Episode 2 Review... Courtney Acts unimpressive debut.
If you watched the "Meet the queens" bios online Courtney makes the most impressive impression. Shes beautiful, talented, and came off as casual, fun, and "real" and I was excited to see her. One of life's keys to happiness is to lower your expectations, its a rule I ALWAYS FORGET which is why Im often a MISERABLE CUNT. I did it yet again with Courtney. After that preview and her reputation that preceded her I really was expecting much more. I have to say Im sadly disappointed. I feel she came off as kind of UNKIND and her runway look was empty, uncreative, and uncharming, and I wasn't seeing the body that the judges saw. Is she gorgeous, yes, is she passable, of course. Is that enough, I dont think so. I thought her Untucked talk about fucking straight guys wasnt about the subject at hand but clearly about her "flexing her fishiness" and the subtext of the entire conversation was "I pass, you don't, fear me." and I get it, its pretty girl warfare, but I thought bigger of her. I was hoping for more of a Goldie Hawn with a fierce edge, not Nicole Richie. Im also aware though that the producers are well aware of Courtney being the very clear lead in this race before the show even started so its also very possible they edited the worst of her to down play her to make the build up more interesting and Id love to see that because I do like Courtney a lot and Id love to see her win me over yet again.
Unlike Courtney someone who I had a negative pre-existing opinion on was Bianca Del Rio. I just never thought she was funny before. This episode she impressed me. Could she maybe stop firing off the quips in hopes to assert herself, yes please. Clever quips are impressive when timed correctly, when its done incessantly it comes off as desperate, needy, and controlling. Im not saying Bianca is desperate, I was impressed, but if she continues with trying to assert herself, which she doesnt have to I BELIEVE HER already, then I think she could win this thing. I again disagreed with the judges and found her make up totally impressive, like REALLY GOOD. That pinkie dab of iridescent indigo on the upper cheek was CHIC and is the little kind of thing that sets you apart from the some pageant queen. The dress she made was impressive as well. Who didnt impress me with their look was Milk. Again here I go raising my expectations and end up being let down. It wasnt THAT BAD, but I was expecting more. The look was convoluted and BLURRY, though I did appreciate her making pants! It wasnt the worst of the looks by any measure. I think the worst two looks were Courtney and Magnolia, not Darienne who was choosen to go in the bottom two. Darienne is operating on an insane degree of difficulty.
The name MAGNOLIA CRAWFORD, has immediately become an insult on the level of India Farrah (but not THAT BAD). Just this morning I sent a rotten text to my friend calling him HER saying "Today is a brand new world for you Magnolia. Its only up from here!" Poor Maggy, now Ive heard of "brown nosing" but THIS IS RIDICULOUS?! That nose SMEAR was so strange?! Id looked at her pics before and the pencil sharp contouring was kinda brilliant, like a COMMENT on nose contouring, not a MISTAKE but this was... this was... "Magnolia are you ok??" Like I dont know how that happened?!. She needed to go anyways. She didnt know what she was. I didnt know why she was there. It was a wreck. She basically walked in the room, found out it was just the seven of them, realized she was fucked, blamed an inanimate object and left in a huff. She might stab immigrants.
Jocelyn, Joselyn?? I dunno how you spell her name. She's not annoying yet and I actually like her. Shes more clever then the other queens give credit and I think she does her own thing and I feel bad that shes poor and her shoes were missing large chunks of swarowskis and her braclets are actually from the dollar bin (Ive seen them there at MR Joes on 36th and 8th). I think she sheems sweet, she strong enough to make herself vulnerable and so far I like her quite a bit. Do I want to hang with her, Im not so sure, but I like her. She seems genuinely kind and that is rare. Kindness is something I feel Trinity K Bonet is not receiving enough off. SHES FIERCE!?. Was her costume too goopey and cheap? TOTALLY but shes 22 and it was still better then everyone elses besides Bianca. I have a rule about being mean. I can be a pretty vicious mother fucker but Im not going to make fun of someone until they open themselves up to it by making fun of someone else or are committing an EGREGIOUS ACT OF TRYORY. Trinity has not yet been a twat and everyone is making fun of her teeth. Thats honestly just mean. You think she doesnt know that?! Can you imagine what it would be like to smile and SCARE PEOLE? It would be AWFUL and anyone who had the money to fix it WOULD. She clearly doesn't, she has enough $$$ for a grill when she performs but thats it and I think making fun of her fucked up teeth is unfair. I havent seen anything from my end that merits the balancing of scales by use of insult. Shes just been herself and nice and is receiving a curiously cruel amount of hate from perfect looking people on Facebook. I just try to put myself in her shoes and if when I was trying to express joy or happiness or kindness and people MADE FUN OF ME, Id think the world was a rotten place. Hopefully after the show Trinity will have enough dough to fix her chompers. I think shes quite impressive and I hope she goes far and gives these other, perhaps more privileged, beauties a run for their money.
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I was actually disappointed by group two. There were MANY MISSES (I can only remember the bad contestants by party -- the Ho Down, Quincie, St. Patricks and the Republican Party (poor gal didn't know the color for the Republicans is RED, not blue). And Milk, It's Drag Race, not Syfy's Face Off! Leave the monsters to the Syfy channel. I'm rooting for Gia Gunn!
- March 5, 2014 at 1:50 AM
- David Mason said...
Hmmm Well my concept for drag isnt so literal. Like I think Courtney who wore blue wore blue because thats what she was given not to mention it wast about looking the theme it was just about doing something in the theme. Milk I think is doing it right. Im bored with lady wig and lady face. I want to see something more interesting. Drag to me isnt FEMALE, its CHARACTER so you can be whatever you want in my opinion.
- March 5, 2014 at 8:45 AM
- David Mason said...
Gia Gunn is LOW RENT and NOT BRIGHT and SHORT and has horrible legs and worse style! :( Sorry thats just my opinion. you're fully entitled to yours :)
- March 5, 2014 at 8:46 AM
- Rico said...
Who is the true "club kid". Vivacious vs Milk. Where does Vivacious come off saying she is the last of the original club kids when she is more Dorian Corey. ( I wonder what Vivacious has stuffed in her trunk?)
Milk on the other hand carries on the Pyramid Club tradition of drag. Terry Toy, Sister Dimension etc. Winner of 'club kid' title. Obvious.
- March 5, 2014 at 12:11 PM
David, you know that contestants are marked down when they appear too butch, too goth or just too outside the box. Ru wants ladies, not experiments in drag. You can understand the pulse of the show when they told the Hawaiian party woman to "sissy that face." FEMALE illusion is the name of the game.
- March 6, 2014 at 12:46 AM
- David Mason said...
Then how did Sharon Needles win?
- March 6, 2014 at 10:04 AM
Sharon Needles won because she toned down the scary. I remember one particular episode where Visage told her to take out those white contact lenses! She got grief more than once for being a bit too scary so she got with the program.
- March 6, 2014 at 3:30 PM
David, I also want to say this about DR. Ru Paul really does set the tone and expectations for the show and you see it in how he dresses. It's always a long gown, flawless face and hair. If anyone could think outside the box about what Drag could be, it's RuPaul, but he doesn't. In part to protect his brand but also because he's showing what he expects from his gurls.
- March 8, 2014 at 12:33 AM
- Myle_cr said...
Your review is SPOT ON. Cannot get enough of Bianca and Joselyn *GASP*. Praise the Lord for Group 2.... also ... where is Episode 3 Review?
- March 11, 2014 at 6:27 PM


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